Posts

Showing posts from May, 2020

On This Day: 31 May 1930

Image

Tracee Ellis Ross, Dakota Johnson, and Ice Cube star in "The High Note"

Image
The High Note is a movie about a struggling assistant and singer Grace Davis. According to the trailers, Dakota Johnson plays the assistant Maggie while Tracee Ellis Ross plays diva Grace Davis. Johnson's character is interested in producing music for Grace while Ice Cube portrays Jack Robertson, a music industry professional, who appears to be opposed to the idea of Maggie producing. According to IMDB, Grace must make a choice that could change their careers.

Today in History for May 30th

Image

Daily Mail: Lady Gaga wore 28 Million diamond on her way to Taco Bell

Image
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-8369027/Everyone-freaked-Lady-Gaga-reveals-caused-panic-wore-28m-diamond-TACO-BELL.html?ito=social-twitter_dailymailceleb I'm concerned about Lady Gaga's safety! According to the Daily Mail, Lady Gaga wore a 28 million diamond on her way to Taco Bell after the Academy Awards. In 2019, Lady Gaga won the Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Shallow" in the movie A Star is Born. Luckily, the singer was pulled over by Tiffany's security who removed the Tiffany's necklace. I hope Lady Gaga is more careful next time!

E News: Cancer patient dances on Tik Tok during treatment

Tia Stokes: A mom, a warrior, an inspiration. This mama has the most amazing spirit and keeps dancing her way through cancer treatment. 💖 pic.twitter.com/oK4HBDdRjC — E! News (@enews) May 29, 2020

Actors on returning to work: 'No one's health is worth a TV show'

Image
Actos including Anna Kendrick, Jessica Alba and Tracee Ellis Ross share their concerns about going back to work after lockdown. (May 29) AP

'Legendary' heralds loud, proud ballroom culture

Image

Artist honors NY first responders with portrait

Image
A New York artist Jorge Rodriguez-Gerada is nearing completion of a 20,000-foot portrait honoring frontline workers in the fight against COVID-19. (May 28) AP

Guetta raising spirits and money for COVID-19 relief

Image
David Guetta set up shop on a Miami rooftop and blasted party music while neighbors danced on balconies or joined in via Zoom. Donations went to organizations including WHO, Feeding America, and Fondation Hopitaux de Paris. (May 28) AP
I'm honored to have been selected for the Maxim Covergirl competition. Please vote for me. https://maximcovergirl.com/2020/terri-saunders

Today in History for May 28th

Image

ShowBiz Minute: Union, Walt Disney, Cruise

Image

On This Day: 28 May 2000

Image

Sofia Richie and Scott Disick break up

I'm a fan of Sofia, but I'm team Scott Disick and Kourtney Kardashian. According to ENews! Sofia Richie and Scott Disick have broken up! Richie and Disick dated for three years. According to Keeping up with the Kardashians, Kourtney and Scott dated for ten years. Disick and Kardashian are the parents of three children. Their kids are Mason, Penelope, and Reign. Also, Disick is close to the entire Kardashian family. I hope  Kourtney and Scott rekindle their romance.

On This Day: 27 May 2018

Image

ShowBiz Minute: Floyd, Bocelli, Rowling

Image

Kip Moore reflects inward on new record

Image
Country singer Kip Moore says releasing an album in the middle of a pandemic has caused a lot of confusion but that he hopes his introspective new record helps people. (May 27) AP

Anna Kendrick helps launch HBO Max with 'Love Life'

Image
Actress Anna Kendrick is helping to launch the new streaming service HBO Max, which debuts Wednesday, May 27, with the release of a scripted comedy called "Love Life." (May 27) AP

#MeToo, phase 2

Image
Documentary "On the Record" explores heavy burden on women of color. (May 26) AP

Stars say more 'Barkskins' possible even during pandemic

Image
"Barkskins" stars Marcia Gay Harden and David Thewlis say they could start production on a second season of their new colonial-era drama even during the pandemic. The 1690s-set series premieres Monday on National Geographic. (May 25) AP
Hello friends, acquaintances, readers, and viewers, I am honored that I've been selected for the Maxim Covergirl competition. My name is Terri Saunders. I am a model. Please help me by voting at least once every 24 hours for free at the link below. Additional votes cost $1 and benefit Wounded Warriors. Thank you so much for your support. I appreciate you all. https://maximcovergirl.com/2020/terri-saunders

Jennifer Lopez honors heroes

Image
Jennifer Lopez is honoring Veterans. She shared an Instagram message on social media on Monday,  May 25th, 2020 on Memorial Day. Jennifer shared, "Today, #LetsGetLoud for our heroes! We honor all those who served our amazing country and made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. #Memorial Day." Happy Memorial Day! View this post on Instagram Today, #LetsGetLoud for our heroes! ❤️🤍💙 We honor all those who served our amazing country and made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸🙏 ✨ #MemorialDay 📸: MTV A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo) on May 25, 2020 at 10:44am PDT

ShowBiz Minute: Memorial Day, Wallen, Prince Charles

Image

Indonesian dancers take digital stage amid Corona virus

Image
Some dancers in Indonesia are finding a way to keep their art and incomes alive during the new coronavirus pandemic. Two choreographers in Jakarta have given a traditional system for tipping artists, saweran, a modern twist -- posting videos of dancers' work on YouTube and asking for donations. (May 25) AP
Image
Khloe Kardashian unveiled a drastically different look on Instagram. The reality star shared photos on social media on Friday, May 22nd. Perez Hilton allegedly speculated her nose and chin looked altered. Khloe also showed a new brunette hairstyle. 

Kim Kardashian gives 'brother' Kirby Jenner a shout out

Kim Kardashian West is giving a shout out to her "brother" Kirby Jenner. Kardashian West called Kirby "the best-kept secret" on social media. Kim tweeted about Kirby Jenner's new parody show on Quibi. According to Wikipedia, Kirby Jenner is an internet celebrity. Jenner is known for his Instagram account where he poses as Kendall Jenner's fraternal twin. Kirby has been nominated for website awards called the Webbys, and Shorty Awards in social humor, best photography, and parody accounts. Kendall Jenner follows Kirby Jenner on Instagram.
Image
😊 ☺️😊

US actress, husband plead guilty in college scam

Image
“Full House” star Lori Laughlin  and her fashion designer husband, Mossimo Giannulli, plead guilty to felony charges in college admissions scam, await judge's word on whether he accepts or reject plea deal that will send the couple to prison (May 22) AP

Kevin Hart on new audiobook: ‘I'm stepping into this space of inspiring’

Image
Kevin Hart has released a new audiobook, “The Decision: Overcoming Today’s BS for Tomorrow’s Success.” The comedian, actor, and author says the message is “how you equip yourself with the tools to just improve.” (May 22) AP

Nav tops Billboard chart again

Image
Canadian-Indian rapper Nav's "Good Intentions" topped the Billboard 200 albums chart again this week. "The music just cut through again," he says. (May 22) AP

Tom Hanks shares his yearbook photo on Instagram

"Angels and Demons" actor Tom Hanks shares his yearbook photo on Instagram. In the photo, Hanks  has long hair. The "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood" and "Cast Away"  actor shared the picture on Friday, May 22nd. He captioned the photo, "Big Day for Skyline High School in Oakland, CA. Glad to be part of it! Hanx '74."  View this post on Instagram Big Day for Skyline High School in Oakland, CA! Glad to be a part of it! Hanx, ‘74. A post shared by Tom Hanks (@tomhanks) on May 22, 2020 at 6:50am PDT

On This Day: 22 May 1998

Image

Elle Fanning, Nicholas Hoult say 'The Great' is perfect quarantine viewing

Image
When their wildly comical new show “The Great” premieres on Hulu this week, stars Elle Fanning and Nicholas Hoult plan to celebrate quarantine-style. (May 14) AP  

US actress, husband to serve time for college scam

Image
"Full House" actress Lori Loughlin and her fashion designer husband, Mossimo Giannulli, agree to serve prison time as part of a plea deal in the college admissions bribery case (May 21). AP

Michigan lake left nearly empty after dam fails

Image
Those who live along Wixom Lake in Michigan are wondering when, or if, water will return to their beloved lake. (May 21) AP

Drake calls Kylie is a Side Piece than apologizes

Drake calls Kylie a side piece in a song. According to Urban Dictionary, side piece means the other woman. Drake’s song continued on, “I got 20 motherf****ing Kylie’s”. According to the Daily Mail, Drake has since apologized for the rap.Kylie has not commented on social media about the song. View this post on Instagram my days are made up of zoom meetings and playing dress up ☁️⚡️⚡️ A post shared by Kylie 🤍 (@kyliejenner) on May 21, 2020 at 2:44pm PDT

Oprah gives $12M to 'home' cities during pandemic

Image
Media icon Oprah Winfrey has announced she'll give grants to organizations helping underserved communities in cities she's lived in - Chicago; Baltimore; Nashville, Tennessee; Milwaukee; and Kosciusko, Mississippi, where she was born. (May 20) AP

ShowBiz Minute: Lauer, Beyoncé, Kaling

Image

On This Day: 20 May 1997

Image

'DC's Stargirl' pays tribute to its creator's late sister

Image
Geoff Johns is keeping the spirit of his sister alive with the new series "DC's Stargirl," debuting Tuesday on The CW. It features Brec Bassinger as Courtney, a heroic teen with a strong moral compass. (May 19) AP

You can help a healthcare worker by donating a graduation gown

The Live with Kelly and Ryan show featured an organization that uses graduation gowns to help healthcare workers. According to the Live with Kelly and Ryan tv show, nurses, doctors, and other medical workers don't have the personal protective equipment they need in the battle against Covid-19.You can help by donating extra graduation gowns to healthcare workers. The link for the website is below: https://www.gowns4good.ne t

J. Lo's Super Bowl: ‘It was definitely a highlight in my career’

Image

On This Day: 19 May 2006

Image
Hit musical "Dreamgirls" had a 15 minute preview screening at the Cannes Film Festival. (May 19) AP

The-Dream on co-writing ‘Savage’ remix, new album and going back to college

Image
Grammy award-winning songwriter “The-Dream” reveals how the “Savage” remix came together. He also talks about his new solo album, “SXTP4” and enrolling in the Savannah College of Art and Design to study luxury fashion. (May 18) AP

Sean Penn helps add COVID testing sites in Chicago

Image
Actor Sean Penn joined Mayor Lori Lightfoot at a COVID-19 testing site in Chicago. Penn's charity, CORE, helped the city open six new sites in black and brown communities. (May 18) AP

On This Day: 18 May 2001

Image

ShowBiz Minute: Schwarzenegger, Graceland, Cash

Image

‘Modern Family’ and ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ actor Fred Willard dies

Modern Family and Everybody Loves Raymond actor Fred Willard died. Willard played Frank Dunphy on Modern Family. Willard played Hank MacDougall on Everybody Loves Raymond. According to Fox News, Fred died on Friday night. He was 86-years-old. Actress Patricia Heaton and others from Everybody loves Raymond Tweeted about their beloved co-star. Rest In Peace Fred Willard. https://twitter.com/raymondtvland/status/1261733297702539266?s=21

Trudeau: Canada to begin first vaccine trials

Image
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Saturday Canada will begin its first clinical vaccine trials for the coronavirus. At a briefing in Ottawa, Trudeau said the National Research Council of Canada will be working with the manufacturers on the trials which will begin shortly. (May 16). AP

Cuomo: Race tracks in NY can reopen with no fans

Image
In another step toward reopening its economy going into the summer, New York will allow horse racing tracks and Watkins Glen International car track to reopen with the coronavirus outbreak easing, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said on Saturday. (May 16). AP

Kindness comes one slice of pizza at a time

Image
When Shalinder Singh's temple closed temporarily due to the pandemic, he and his family found a new way to give back to the community, by buying and delivering pizza to Detroit's first responders. (May 17)

Baby pygmy hippo makes a splash at San Diego Zoo

Image
A baby endangered pygmy hippopotamus is getting used to his surroundings at the San Diego Zoo. (May 15) AP

Keith Urban plays drive-in concert for medical workers

Image
Country star Keith Urban played a concert for medical workers at a drive-in movie theater in Tennessee. (May 15) AP

'Snowpiercer' stars Jennifer Connelly and Daveed Diggs talk timely apocalyptic show

Image
Jennifer Connelly and Daveed Diggs star in a new TV series about the end of the world, how small decisions can have big effects and how problematic a class system can be, especially during end times. (May 15) AP

Social distancing drive-in movies open in NYC

Image
A diner in New York City has converted its parking lot into a drive-in movie theater during the coronavirus pandemic. (May 15) AP

Muppets aim to help during pandemic

Image
Loveable monster Cody - from new series "Helpsters Help You" - offers comfort during the COVID-19 pandemic. (May 15) AP

Karl Lagerfeld store reopens in Paris

Image
The Paris Saint-Germain-des-Prés branch of Karl Lagerfeld's store is now open for shoppers. Accessories are obligatory and include masks, gloves and disinfectant. (May 15) AP

Rita Wilson talks about background of her Wheres my Country song?

Rita Wilson talks about the background to her Where's My Country song? The actress, who is married to actor Tom Hanks, shared a video on Instagram on May 14th, 2020. Rita writes, Here's a little background on Where's My Country song? It's for women who do so much behind the scenes to keep our country going and our lives going. Thank you @lackofcoloraus for the hat!" View this post on Instagram Here’s a little background on Where’s My Country song? It’s for women who do so much behind the scenes to keep our country going and our lives going. Thank you @lackofcoloraus for the hat! A post shared by Rita Wilson (@ritawilson) on May 13, 2020 at 2:13pm PDT