Katharine McPhee is giving fans a peek into celebrations for her 40th birthday, which turned out to be a week-long party.
The Smash and Country Comfort actress celebrated the big 4-0 alongside friends while spending the day on a private yacht.
“It’s been such a magical week! Thank you all for all the birthday love. I guess turning 29 isn’t so bad...
The Smash and Country Comfort actress celebrated the big 4-0 alongside friends while spending the day on a private yacht.
“It’s been such a magical week! Thank you all for all the birthday love. I guess turning 29 isn’t so bad...
- 3/29/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the New York Civil Liberties Union (Nyclu) are teaming up once again to present the annual Sing Out for Freedom benefit concert. The latest, 21st installment is set to take place at NYU’s Skirball Center on Nov. 13.
The theme that night will be “Sing Out for Freedom: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Fabulous” and the program will spotlight actress and entertainer Peppermint who will be feted with the Michael Friedman Freedom Award. Host, writer and performer Amber Ruffin has been tapped to serve as the night’s emcee. Michelle Buteau, Alexis Michelle, Hayley Kiyoko, Cheyenne Jackson, Taylor Iman Jones, Pia Toscano, Vincint and Liana Stampur, among others, will take the stage to perform.
Tickets are on sale now. Sing Out For Freedom was established to shine a light on social injustices and civil rights issues through a curated night of song,...
The theme that night will be “Sing Out for Freedom: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Fabulous” and the program will spotlight actress and entertainer Peppermint who will be feted with the Michael Friedman Freedom Award. Host, writer and performer Amber Ruffin has been tapped to serve as the night’s emcee. Michelle Buteau, Alexis Michelle, Hayley Kiyoko, Cheyenne Jackson, Taylor Iman Jones, Pia Toscano, Vincint and Liana Stampur, among others, will take the stage to perform.
Tickets are on sale now. Sing Out For Freedom was established to shine a light on social injustices and civil rights issues through a curated night of song,...
- 10/6/2023
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Global Lyme Alliance (Gla), the leading nonprofit dedicated to conquering Lyme and other tick-borne diseases held the Gla Global Gala 2022 at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City.
The event raises Lyme disease awareness and funds for research to improve diagnostics and treatments and ultimately find a cure for Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. The spectacular and one-of-a-kind gala was a night to remember for invited celebrities, business leaders, and top scientists alike.
The evening’s honored guests included Kim & Atty Cleworth, A mother and daughter who have been impacted by Lyme. They are also Executive Producers of the film, I’m Not Crazy I’m Sick. An exclusive preview was shown to the audience of the documentary about their struggle.
A highlight of New York’s philanthropic calendar, this year’s event raised more than 1.85 million to advance Gla’s mission to conquer Lyme. A live auction led by...
The event raises Lyme disease awareness and funds for research to improve diagnostics and treatments and ultimately find a cure for Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. The spectacular and one-of-a-kind gala was a night to remember for invited celebrities, business leaders, and top scientists alike.
The evening’s honored guests included Kim & Atty Cleworth, A mother and daughter who have been impacted by Lyme. They are also Executive Producers of the film, I’m Not Crazy I’m Sick. An exclusive preview was shown to the audience of the documentary about their struggle.
A highlight of New York’s philanthropic calendar, this year’s event raised more than 1.85 million to advance Gla’s mission to conquer Lyme. A live auction led by...
- 10/21/2022
- Look to the Stars
Capital Concerts announced today the return of PBS’ National Memorial Day Concert for a live presentation from Washington, D.C. hosted by Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna and Emmy Award-winner Gary Sinise, acclaimed actors who have dedicated themselves to veterans causes and supporting our troops in active service.
Featuring all-star musical performances and tributes, the 90-minute broadcast of the 33rd annual National Memorial Day Concert will air on PBS and stream on YouTube and www.pbs.org/national-memorial-day-concert on Sunday, May 29, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. E.T., honoring our men and women in uniform, veterans, their families and all those who have given their lives for our country.
A more than three decades long tradition unlike anything else on television, this deeply moving and reverential night takes us back to the real meaning of the holiday through personal stories interwoven with musical performances by top stars with the National Symphony Orchestra.
Featuring all-star musical performances and tributes, the 90-minute broadcast of the 33rd annual National Memorial Day Concert will air on PBS and stream on YouTube and www.pbs.org/national-memorial-day-concert on Sunday, May 29, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. E.T., honoring our men and women in uniform, veterans, their families and all those who have given their lives for our country.
A more than three decades long tradition unlike anything else on television, this deeply moving and reverential night takes us back to the real meaning of the holiday through personal stories interwoven with musical performances by top stars with the National Symphony Orchestra.
- 5/25/2022
- Look to the Stars
The National Memorial Day Concert will return as a live presentation on May 29, with plans including a tribute to General Colin Powell and commemorations of Gold Star families and to those who lost their lives in the Vietnam War.
The 90-minute broadcast once again will be hosted by Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise and will once again feature a lineup of musical performances along with tribute segments. It will air on PBS and stream on YouTube starting at 8 Pm Et.
Dennis Haysbert will be featured in the tribute to Powell, who had regularly spoken at previous concerts. Powell, the former Secretary of State and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, died last year.
Gil Birmingham will appear in Generations of Service, a tribute to the 58,000 lives lost in the Vietnam war and those who served during that era. Among the stories to be featured is that of Francis Whitebird,...
The 90-minute broadcast once again will be hosted by Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise and will once again feature a lineup of musical performances along with tribute segments. It will air on PBS and stream on YouTube starting at 8 Pm Et.
Dennis Haysbert will be featured in the tribute to Powell, who had regularly spoken at previous concerts. Powell, the former Secretary of State and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, died last year.
Gil Birmingham will appear in Generations of Service, a tribute to the 58,000 lives lost in the Vietnam war and those who served during that era. Among the stories to be featured is that of Francis Whitebird,...
- 5/23/2022
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
Sixth months after Peter Samuelson and Jonathan Prince launched PhilmCo Media, the production banner is gearing up its first project “1660 Vine,” a musical film that producers hope to adapt as a Broadway show.
“1660 Vine,” follows a group of influencers who move into a Hollywood apartment complex to help each other pursue social media stardom. The film will feature influencers and social media celebrities, with Prince Khemuni Norodom of the Cambodian Royal Family leading the cast that also includes TikTok stars Cheryl Porter and Chris Olsen and “American Idol” alum Pia Toscano.
The movie is set to begin filming in Los Angeles June 2022, and release on specialty musical platforms StreamingMusicals.com and BroadwayOnDemand.com. After launch, the film will roll out on other streaming services. Producers plan to make the script available next year to license for stage productions in student, community and professional theaters. Following the launch of the stage version of the film,...
“1660 Vine,” follows a group of influencers who move into a Hollywood apartment complex to help each other pursue social media stardom. The film will feature influencers and social media celebrities, with Prince Khemuni Norodom of the Cambodian Royal Family leading the cast that also includes TikTok stars Cheryl Porter and Chris Olsen and “American Idol” alum Pia Toscano.
The movie is set to begin filming in Los Angeles June 2022, and release on specialty musical platforms StreamingMusicals.com and BroadwayOnDemand.com. After launch, the film will roll out on other streaming services. Producers plan to make the script available next year to license for stage productions in student, community and professional theaters. Following the launch of the stage version of the film,...
- 5/19/2022
- by Wilson Chapman
- Variety Film + TV
“American Idol” continued with the 19th episode of Season 20 on Sunday, May 15. This installment of the ABC reality TV competition saw the Top 5 singing songs from the Carrie Underwood songbook in Round 1 and a second song of their choice in Round 2. As always, judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie provided commentary. This week’s mentor was Underwood herself, who was crowned the “American Idol” champ for Season 4 in 2005.
See ‘American Idol’ winner predictions 2022: Leah Marlene vs. Noah Thompson vs. HunterGirl
At the end of the night Fritz Hager and Nicolina were sadly eliminated. So who was the best from Sunday night? And have they continued to improve each week? Below I rank each hopeful from the least impressive (but with room to grow) to a possible Season 20 winner. Hit the lights and let’s go!
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See ‘American Idol’ winner predictions 2022: Leah Marlene vs. Noah Thompson vs. HunterGirl
At the end of the night Fritz Hager and Nicolina were sadly eliminated. So who was the best from Sunday night? And have they continued to improve each week? Below I rank each hopeful from the least impressive (but with room to grow) to a possible Season 20 winner. Hit the lights and let’s go!
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Below is the...
- 5/16/2022
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
“American Idol” marked its 20th birthday on Monday night with “The Great Idol Reunion,” a one-hour special featuring past “Idol” contestants and judges and celebrating the show’s history, both during its years on Fox and its current home on ABC.
“Tonight we are opening the Idol yearbook,” said host Ryan Seacrest as he revealed the “Idol” VIP area, which included such familiar faces as Tamyra Gray, Pia Toscano, Anthony Federov, Brooke White, Justin Guarini, William Hung, and Seacrest’s unforgettable frosted hair.
Wasting no time getting to Hung, whose name is “synonymous with ‘American Idol,'” noted Seacrest, he returned to the stage to reprise his epic Ricky Martin performance of “She Bangs” as former judges Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson felt right at home alongside the current panel of Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie.
In classic Abdul form, she kicked into Paula-speak, which fans surely fondly remember.
“Tonight we are opening the Idol yearbook,” said host Ryan Seacrest as he revealed the “Idol” VIP area, which included such familiar faces as Tamyra Gray, Pia Toscano, Anthony Federov, Brooke White, Justin Guarini, William Hung, and Seacrest’s unforgettable frosted hair.
Wasting no time getting to Hung, whose name is “synonymous with ‘American Idol,'” noted Seacrest, he returned to the stage to reprise his epic Ricky Martin performance of “She Bangs” as former judges Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson felt right at home alongside the current panel of Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie.
In classic Abdul form, she kicked into Paula-speak, which fans surely fondly remember.
- 5/3/2022
- by Michele Amabile Angermiller
- Variety Film + TV
Hasan Minhaj has been tapped to host Wednesday’s Vax India Now, the virtual fundraiser to support India in its fight against Covid-19.
Liam Neeson, Annie Lennox, A.R. Rahman, Pia Toscano, Zubin Mehta and Fareed Zakaria and have joined previously announced participants Gloria Estefan, Sting, Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, Yo-Yo Ma, David Foster, DJ Alan Walker, Asif Mandvi, Nishat Khan, sisters Ranjani-Gayatri and Matteo Bocelli.
Proceeds will support Unicef’s Covid-19 relief efforts and vaccine rollout. Vax India Now is said to have sparked from an idea by Anuradha Palakurthi, who runs a foundation out of New England that supports and promotes Indian culture. After seeing the devastating ...
Liam Neeson, Annie Lennox, A.R. Rahman, Pia Toscano, Zubin Mehta and Fareed Zakaria and have joined previously announced participants Gloria Estefan, Sting, Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, Yo-Yo Ma, David Foster, DJ Alan Walker, Asif Mandvi, Nishat Khan, sisters Ranjani-Gayatri and Matteo Bocelli.
Proceeds will support Unicef’s Covid-19 relief efforts and vaccine rollout. Vax India Now is said to have sparked from an idea by Anuradha Palakurthi, who runs a foundation out of New England that supports and promotes Indian culture. After seeing the devastating ...
Hasan Minhaj has been tapped to host Wednesday’s Vax India Now, the virtual fundraiser to support India in its fight against Covid-19.
Liam Neeson, Annie Lennox, A.R. Rahman, Pia Toscano, Zubin Mehta and Fareed Zakaria and have joined previously announced participants Gloria Estefan, Sting, Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, Yo-Yo Ma, David Foster, DJ Alan Walker, Asif Mandvi, Nishat Khan, sisters Ranjani-Gayatri and Matteo Bocelli.
Proceeds will support Unicef’s Covid-19 relief efforts and vaccine rollout. Vax India Now is said to have sparked from an idea by Anuradha Palakurthi, who runs a foundation out of New England that supports and promotes Indian culture. After seeing the devastating ...
Liam Neeson, Annie Lennox, A.R. Rahman, Pia Toscano, Zubin Mehta and Fareed Zakaria and have joined previously announced participants Gloria Estefan, Sting, Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, Yo-Yo Ma, David Foster, DJ Alan Walker, Asif Mandvi, Nishat Khan, sisters Ranjani-Gayatri and Matteo Bocelli.
Proceeds will support Unicef’s Covid-19 relief efforts and vaccine rollout. Vax India Now is said to have sparked from an idea by Anuradha Palakurthi, who runs a foundation out of New England that supports and promotes Indian culture. After seeing the devastating ...
On Saturday night, event chair and host Barbara Davis and co-chair Dana Davis led a star-studded line-up of talent for the 2020 Carousel of Hope Ball, put on by the Children’s Diabetes Foundation, which raised over $1 Million for clinical care and diabetes research for the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes.
Tony Bennett appears/performs during the 2020 Carousel of Hope Ball
Credit/Copyright: Getty Images/Getty Images for Children's Diabetes Foundation
In what was an extraordinary celebration of the illustrious history of this event, guests who tuned in were treated to once-in-a-lifetime performances by Tony Bennett, Andrea Bocelli, Deborah Cox, Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, Cynthia Erivo, David Foster, Kenny G, Josh Groban, Gladys Knight, Adam Lambert, Barry Manilow, Blake Shelton, Sam Smith, Gwen Stefani, Sir Rod Stewart, Pia Toscano, and Dionne Warwick, and special appearances from Burt Bacharach, Carole Bayer Sager, Sir Michael Caine, George Clooney, Dame Joan Collins, David Copperfield, Clive Davis,...
Tony Bennett appears/performs during the 2020 Carousel of Hope Ball
Credit/Copyright: Getty Images/Getty Images for Children's Diabetes Foundation
In what was an extraordinary celebration of the illustrious history of this event, guests who tuned in were treated to once-in-a-lifetime performances by Tony Bennett, Andrea Bocelli, Deborah Cox, Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, Cynthia Erivo, David Foster, Kenny G, Josh Groban, Gladys Knight, Adam Lambert, Barry Manilow, Blake Shelton, Sam Smith, Gwen Stefani, Sir Rod Stewart, Pia Toscano, and Dionne Warwick, and special appearances from Burt Bacharach, Carole Bayer Sager, Sir Michael Caine, George Clooney, Dame Joan Collins, David Copperfield, Clive Davis,...
- 10/14/2020
- Look to the Stars
Event chair and host Barbara Davis and co-chair Dana Davis announced today that Sir Michael Caine, David Copperfield, John Elway, Kenny G, Tom Hanks, Jennifer Hudson, Lionel Richie, Maria Shriver, Sam Smith, Sir Rod Stewart, Pia Toscano, and Usher join the incredible line-up of talent for the virtual 2020 Carousel of Hope Ball on Saturday, October 10 at 6pm Pt / 9pm Et.
In partnership with People, the legendary biennial event, which is dedicated to raising funds for clinical care and diabetes research for the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes and Children’s Diabetes Foundation, will stream exclusively on People.com/Carousel, PeopleTV, People social platforms (Facebook and Twitter) and People YouTube. This marks the first time in its illustrious history that the Carousel of Hope Ball will be available for public viewing. This year’s event will celebrate two very significant occasions – Davis’ 90th birthday, and the 40th Anniversary of the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes.
In partnership with People, the legendary biennial event, which is dedicated to raising funds for clinical care and diabetes research for the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes and Children’s Diabetes Foundation, will stream exclusively on People.com/Carousel, PeopleTV, People social platforms (Facebook and Twitter) and People YouTube. This marks the first time in its illustrious history that the Carousel of Hope Ball will be available for public viewing. This year’s event will celebrate two very significant occasions – Davis’ 90th birthday, and the 40th Anniversary of the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes.
- 10/9/2020
- Look to the Stars
On Friday, September 4, Multiple Sclerosis (Ms) advocate and Center Without Walls founder, Nancy Davis welcomed guests to the Rose Bowl for a very special reimagined live drive-in Race to Erase Ms Gala.
Marg Helgenberger Attends 27th Race To Erase Ms Drive-In
Credit/Copyright: Rich Fury/Getty Iamges
For the first time ever, in light of the current pandemic, guests were invited to “Drive-In” for an evening of socially distanced music, celebration, and raising funds and awareness for this life-altering disease. The event raised over $1.4 Million to benefit the Race to Erase Ms and its Center Without Walls program, a collaboration of top Ms research centers working together as a team on ground-breaking research with the goal of treating and, ultimately, finding a cure for Ms. The event honored Davis’s son Jason, who passed away earlier this year, with a very special posthumous “Medal of Hope.”
The event opened with...
Marg Helgenberger Attends 27th Race To Erase Ms Drive-In
Credit/Copyright: Rich Fury/Getty Iamges
For the first time ever, in light of the current pandemic, guests were invited to “Drive-In” for an evening of socially distanced music, celebration, and raising funds and awareness for this life-altering disease. The event raised over $1.4 Million to benefit the Race to Erase Ms and its Center Without Walls program, a collaboration of top Ms research centers working together as a team on ground-breaking research with the goal of treating and, ultimately, finding a cure for Ms. The event honored Davis’s son Jason, who passed away earlier this year, with a very special posthumous “Medal of Hope.”
The event opened with...
- 9/10/2020
- Look to the Stars
The American Cancer Society presents Share The Light – a virtual live streaming event hosted by Carrie Ann Inaba, moderator of CBS’s daytime series The Talk and judge for ABC’s Dancing with the Stars.
American Cancer Society Share The Light
On Thursday, July 16 at 7 p.m. Et, this magical event will gather celebrities and friends to celebrate the spirit of cancer survivors and bring vital attention to the unique needs of the cancer community during this unprecedented coronavirus pandemic.
“I know the cancer journey intimately,” said Share The Light celebrity co-host Carrie Ann Inaba. “Both of my parents have had devastating later stage cancer diagnoses and I understand what it’s like to care for and watch those you love fight for their lives. That’s why this night and the work of the American Cancer Society is so important. And I couldn’t be happier to join them...
American Cancer Society Share The Light
On Thursday, July 16 at 7 p.m. Et, this magical event will gather celebrities and friends to celebrate the spirit of cancer survivors and bring vital attention to the unique needs of the cancer community during this unprecedented coronavirus pandemic.
“I know the cancer journey intimately,” said Share The Light celebrity co-host Carrie Ann Inaba. “Both of my parents have had devastating later stage cancer diagnoses and I understand what it’s like to care for and watch those you love fight for their lives. That’s why this night and the work of the American Cancer Society is so important. And I couldn’t be happier to join them...
- 7/15/2020
- Look to the Stars
The centuries-old adage no good deed goes unpunished is a common refrain for star music manager Scott Rodger of late. Rodger, who represents Paul McCartney and Andrea Bocelli at Maverick, says his client Matteo Bocelli, the son of the opera star, was stiffed out of promised expense reimbursement by the American Icon Awards.
The event, held in May at the Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills, honored Al Pacino, whom longtime friend and colleague Robert De Niro introduced with a lively speech that included a dig at Donald Trump, along with Quincy Jones for music and Evander Holyfield for sports, among others recognized for humanitarian efforts. Those in attendance included Sylvester Stallone, Joe Mantegna, David Foster, Naomi Campbell, Sebastian Maniscalco, Jake Hoffman and NFL veteran Devon Sill. Martin Scorsese is listed as the event’s honorary dinner chair.
Philanthropy is at the heart of the six-year-old American Icon Awards, which, according...
The event, held in May at the Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills, honored Al Pacino, whom longtime friend and colleague Robert De Niro introduced with a lively speech that included a dig at Donald Trump, along with Quincy Jones for music and Evander Holyfield for sports, among others recognized for humanitarian efforts. Those in attendance included Sylvester Stallone, Joe Mantegna, David Foster, Naomi Campbell, Sebastian Maniscalco, Jake Hoffman and NFL veteran Devon Sill. Martin Scorsese is listed as the event’s honorary dinner chair.
Philanthropy is at the heart of the six-year-old American Icon Awards, which, according...
- 7/15/2019
- by Shirley Halperin and Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
One of the most anticipated events of the season, the annual Hot Pink Party was hosted by the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (Bcrf) on Wednesday, May 15 at the Park Avenue Armory, raising $6 million for breast cancer research.
David Foster and Katherine McPhee at Hot Pink Party 2019
This year’s gala commemorated the incredible impact Bcrf investigators have made on research since the organization’s founding in 1993. Bcrf has been deeply involved in every major breakthrough in breast cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment and survivorship; since the establishment of Bcrf 25 years ago, breast cancer mortalities in the U.S. have declined by nearly 40 percent. As the top breast cancer charity in the U.S., Bcrf raises more money for metastatic research – and breast cancer research in general–than any other private funder in the world.
Elizabeth Hurley at Hot Pink Party 2019
Hosted by Global Ambassador of The Estée Lauder Companies’ Breast Cancer Campaign Elizabeth Hurley,...
David Foster and Katherine McPhee at Hot Pink Party 2019
This year’s gala commemorated the incredible impact Bcrf investigators have made on research since the organization’s founding in 1993. Bcrf has been deeply involved in every major breakthrough in breast cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment and survivorship; since the establishment of Bcrf 25 years ago, breast cancer mortalities in the U.S. have declined by nearly 40 percent. As the top breast cancer charity in the U.S., Bcrf raises more money for metastatic research – and breast cancer research in general–than any other private funder in the world.
Elizabeth Hurley at Hot Pink Party 2019
Hosted by Global Ambassador of The Estée Lauder Companies’ Breast Cancer Campaign Elizabeth Hurley,...
- 5/17/2019
- Look to the Stars
On Saturday, March 23, 2019, stars and athletes from around the country, gathered at the J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Celebrity Fight Night.
Reba McEntire speaks onstage during Celebrity Fight Night Xxv
Credit/Copyright: Amy Sussman/Getty Images for Celebrity Fight Night
Grammy Award winning superstar of country music Reba McEntire returned for her fifteenth year as emcee.
Lonnie Ali introduced this year’s illustrious honorees, and was joined by each of them on stage. Dr. Michael Crow, president of Arizona State, was honored for his unparalleled work as an educator, knowledge enterprise architect, science and technology policy scholar, and higher education leader. Muhammad Ali’s neurologist, Dr. Abe Lieberman was recognized for not only his dedication and achievements professionally, but for his commitment to the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center. More than 40,000 patients received treatment from Dr. Lieberman during his 50 years as a neurologist.
Reba McEntire speaks onstage during Celebrity Fight Night Xxv
Credit/Copyright: Amy Sussman/Getty Images for Celebrity Fight Night
Grammy Award winning superstar of country music Reba McEntire returned for her fifteenth year as emcee.
Lonnie Ali introduced this year’s illustrious honorees, and was joined by each of them on stage. Dr. Michael Crow, president of Arizona State, was honored for his unparalleled work as an educator, knowledge enterprise architect, science and technology policy scholar, and higher education leader. Muhammad Ali’s neurologist, Dr. Abe Lieberman was recognized for not only his dedication and achievements professionally, but for his commitment to the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center. More than 40,000 patients received treatment from Dr. Lieberman during his 50 years as a neurologist.
- 3/27/2019
- Look to the Stars
Celebrity Fight Night is returning to Phoenix, Arizona in March.
Celebrity Fight Night will be hosted by Grammy Award-winning superstar of country music Reba McEntire. This will be McEntire’s fifteenth year hosting Celebrity Fight Night. The black-tie evening will begin with a welcome reception, followed by dinner, an exciting live auction, an array of special performances and more. Grammy winning songwriter and producer David Foster will be returning for his 20th consecutive year as the evening’s Musical Director. This year’s sponsors include Parsons Xtreme Golf, USA Today Sports, Patrón Spirits, M Group Scenic, iHeart Media, and Go Media.
Expected to attend are: Honorees Dr. Michael Crow, Quincy Jones, Dr. Abraham Lieberman, and Renee Parsons, Performers Barry Manilow, Caroline Campbell, Gunnar Gehl, Angelica Hale, William Joseph, Brian McKnight, Shari Rowe, Michael W. Smith, Pia Toscano, and Rita Wilson, Music Director, David Foster, Special Guests Randy Jackson, Bo Derek,...
Celebrity Fight Night will be hosted by Grammy Award-winning superstar of country music Reba McEntire. This will be McEntire’s fifteenth year hosting Celebrity Fight Night. The black-tie evening will begin with a welcome reception, followed by dinner, an exciting live auction, an array of special performances and more. Grammy winning songwriter and producer David Foster will be returning for his 20th consecutive year as the evening’s Musical Director. This year’s sponsors include Parsons Xtreme Golf, USA Today Sports, Patrón Spirits, M Group Scenic, iHeart Media, and Go Media.
Expected to attend are: Honorees Dr. Michael Crow, Quincy Jones, Dr. Abraham Lieberman, and Renee Parsons, Performers Barry Manilow, Caroline Campbell, Gunnar Gehl, Angelica Hale, William Joseph, Brian McKnight, Shari Rowe, Michael W. Smith, Pia Toscano, and Rita Wilson, Music Director, David Foster, Special Guests Randy Jackson, Bo Derek,...
- 3/7/2019
- Look to the Stars
WildAid announced it raised $2.5 million at its annual fundraising gala, “An Evening in China,” on Saturday, Nov. 10 at the Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel.
Sponsored by Bently Heritage Estate Distillery, the gala is the organization’s largest fundraising event. Danai Gurira and Bryce Dallas Howard were honored as this year’s Wildlife Champions for their partnerships with WildAid for PSAs in support of the organization’s message, “When the Buying Stops, the Killing Can Too.”
Gurira was in attendance to accept her award and spoke of her childhood growing up in Zimbabwe and her deep connection to wildlife from a young age.
“I got to spend time with the astounding wildlife of my nation for the first time in the second grade…I was enamored and have remained so,” Gurira said before condemning the world’s treatment of its majestic creatures. “It was recently stated that humanity has wiped...
Sponsored by Bently Heritage Estate Distillery, the gala is the organization’s largest fundraising event. Danai Gurira and Bryce Dallas Howard were honored as this year’s Wildlife Champions for their partnerships with WildAid for PSAs in support of the organization’s message, “When the Buying Stops, the Killing Can Too.”
Gurira was in attendance to accept her award and spoke of her childhood growing up in Zimbabwe and her deep connection to wildlife from a young age.
“I got to spend time with the astounding wildlife of my nation for the first time in the second grade…I was enamored and have remained so,” Gurira said before condemning the world’s treatment of its majestic creatures. “It was recently stated that humanity has wiped...
- 11/22/2018
- Look to the Stars
"There were a lot of blessings that came from Idol. A lot of open doors and amazing opportunities. I had gotten a recording contract with Interscope and I got to tour with the Idols around the world. There were a lot of really great experiences, but with that also came a roller coaster, you know?" That's Pia Toscano, the presumed frontrunner on season 10 of the Fox-turned ABC reality hit American Idol whose early ousting still stands as one of the show's most shocking eliminations ever, opening up to E! News about life was like once the season wrapped and it was time to return to, well, reality. After finishing ninth in her season, Toscano seemed poised to do big things in the music world,...
- 11/10/2018
- E! Online
With the iconic Hollywood sign at sunset as a backdrop, two of the stars of “Westside,” Netflix’s first music reality series (arriving November 9) — and arguably its most experimental and ambitious show to date — describe their real lives as aspiring stars. Meta enough?
“What I love about ‘Westside’ is that it’s the first of its kind,” says Pia Toscano, who may be the most recognizable cast member, having placed ninth on season 10 of “American Idol.” “I’m finally able to tell my story and peel back those layers and write and collaborate with other incredible artists [on the show]. But we weren’t competing with each other, so there was this camaraderie — we became a tight-knit family. We really grew and learned from each other. It wasn’t like: Who’s going to win this week? And who’s going to get voted off?”
“I don’t necessarily consider this a reality show,...
“What I love about ‘Westside’ is that it’s the first of its kind,” says Pia Toscano, who may be the most recognizable cast member, having placed ninth on season 10 of “American Idol.” “I’m finally able to tell my story and peel back those layers and write and collaborate with other incredible artists [on the show]. But we weren’t competing with each other, so there was this camaraderie — we became a tight-knit family. We really grew and learned from each other. It wasn’t like: Who’s going to win this week? And who’s going to get voted off?”
“I don’t necessarily consider this a reality show,...
- 10/30/2018
- by James Patrick Herman
- Variety Film + TV
Real Music. Real Struggle. Real Life. Nine talented musicians are offered the opportunity of a lifetime, but will they rise to the challenge or miss the mark? Meet the cast of Netflix’s new unscripted series, Westside, premiering on Netflix Nov. 9.
Check out the featurette below:
Westside offers an unscripted and deeply personal glimpse into the journeys of nine young L.A.-based musicians as they follow their dreams. Each episode sheds light on their creative processes and personal struggles, interspersing cinema verité-style documentary footage with beautifully produced music videos featuring original songs.
Cameras capture the nine musicians as they develop an ensemble performance for a potential live showcase at an L.A. nightclub, but also follow each of them in their daily routine of multiple jobs, dwindling bank accounts and long-distance love. Throughout the season, viewers watch as one cast member get married, while others end relationships, confront substance...
Check out the featurette below:
Westside offers an unscripted and deeply personal glimpse into the journeys of nine young L.A.-based musicians as they follow their dreams. Each episode sheds light on their creative processes and personal struggles, interspersing cinema verité-style documentary footage with beautifully produced music videos featuring original songs.
Cameras capture the nine musicians as they develop an ensemble performance for a potential live showcase at an L.A. nightclub, but also follow each of them in their daily routine of multiple jobs, dwindling bank accounts and long-distance love. Throughout the season, viewers watch as one cast member get married, while others end relationships, confront substance...
- 10/30/2018
- by Kristyn Clarke
- Age of the Nerd
Netflix unveiled its first unscripted music show today. “Westside,” which premieres globally on Nov. 9, is a genre-defining eight-episode series that follows the lives, loves and assorted struggles of nine aspiring artists (including former “American Idol” finalist Pia Toscano) as they pursue ever-elusive success in the modern-day music industry. Eschewing the standard competition-style format, this innovative approach intersperses raw docu-series footage with slick music videos and 20 original songs that emphasize the show’s themes and character story arcs.
The production quality of the series’ cinema-verite approach, along with a gritty, unfiltered look at the reality of struggle for success in Hollywood, makes “Westside” the polar opposite of the sanitized fantasy-like “Cinderella” story approach of a show like “American Idol.”
“Westside” also features original music written by some of today’s top hitmakers, among them Diane Warren, Philip Lawrence, Ryan Tedder, Shane McAnally, Jason “Poo Bear” Boyd, Pat Monahan, Johan Carlsson, Ross Golan,...
The production quality of the series’ cinema-verite approach, along with a gritty, unfiltered look at the reality of struggle for success in Hollywood, makes “Westside” the polar opposite of the sanitized fantasy-like “Cinderella” story approach of a show like “American Idol.”
“Westside” also features original music written by some of today’s top hitmakers, among them Diane Warren, Philip Lawrence, Ryan Tedder, Shane McAnally, Jason “Poo Bear” Boyd, Pat Monahan, Johan Carlsson, Ross Golan,...
- 10/12/2018
- by James Patrick Herman
- Variety Film + TV
In today’s TV News Roundup, Sanaa Lathan has joined Jordan Peele’s “Twilight Zone” reboot and “Upload” at Amazon adds two to its cast.
First Looks
Netflix has released the trailer for “Westside,“ a new unscripted series that looks into the journeys of nine L.A. musicians as they struggle to follow their dreams. Debuting on Nov. 9, each episode features original songs and music videos. Cast members include Sean Patrick Murray, Pia Toscano, James Byous, Arika Gluck, Austin Kolbe, Caitlin Ary, Leo Gallo, Alexandra Krekorian, and Taz Zavala. Assisting them along the way are a few industry giants, including music producer Philip Lawrence, acting coach Susan Batson, and music director Keith Harrison.
Casting
Sanaa Lathan has joined the first season of “The Twilight Zone,” a CBS All Access reboot of the original CBS television show. The series hails from Jordan Peele, who will also serve as the narrator. Lathan...
First Looks
Netflix has released the trailer for “Westside,“ a new unscripted series that looks into the journeys of nine L.A. musicians as they struggle to follow their dreams. Debuting on Nov. 9, each episode features original songs and music videos. Cast members include Sean Patrick Murray, Pia Toscano, James Byous, Arika Gluck, Austin Kolbe, Caitlin Ary, Leo Gallo, Alexandra Krekorian, and Taz Zavala. Assisting them along the way are a few industry giants, including music producer Philip Lawrence, acting coach Susan Batson, and music director Keith Harrison.
Casting
Sanaa Lathan has joined the first season of “The Twilight Zone,” a CBS All Access reboot of the original CBS television show. The series hails from Jordan Peele, who will also serve as the narrator. Lathan...
- 10/11/2018
- by Margeaux Sippell
- Variety Film + TV
On Saturday, October 6, event chair Barbara Davis hosted her iconic Carousel of Hope Ball at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills.
Robert De Niro and Jay Leno at Carousel of Hope Gala
The gala, a Hollywood institution since 1978, honored longtime supporter Robert De Niro with the “Brass Ring Award” for his philanthropic efforts and continued dedication to the cause. Patrons of the evening were treated to show-stopping performances by legends Gladys Knight, Kenny Babyface Edmonds, and David Foster. The Carousel of Hope Ball has raised more than $100 million to date, with proceeds benefitting the Children’s Diabetes Foundation and the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes. This year’s gala alone raised over $1.9 Million.
Award-winning director David O. Russell took the stage to present his friend and frequent collaborator Robert De Niro with this year’s “Brass Ring Award.” De Niro delivered a heartfelt speech, recognizing the awe-inspiring work being...
Robert De Niro and Jay Leno at Carousel of Hope Gala
The gala, a Hollywood institution since 1978, honored longtime supporter Robert De Niro with the “Brass Ring Award” for his philanthropic efforts and continued dedication to the cause. Patrons of the evening were treated to show-stopping performances by legends Gladys Knight, Kenny Babyface Edmonds, and David Foster. The Carousel of Hope Ball has raised more than $100 million to date, with proceeds benefitting the Children’s Diabetes Foundation and the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes. This year’s gala alone raised over $1.9 Million.
Award-winning director David O. Russell took the stage to present his friend and frequent collaborator Robert De Niro with this year’s “Brass Ring Award.” De Niro delivered a heartfelt speech, recognizing the awe-inspiring work being...
- 10/8/2018
- Look to the Stars
Event chair and host Barbara Davis announced today that award-winning gospel icon Gladys Knight, 11-time Grammy Award-winner Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, and award-winning record producer David Foster will perform at the 2018 Carousel of Hope Ball on Saturday, October 6.
Together, they will perform for a star-studded audience alongside Fernando Varela, Pia Toscano, and Shelea Frazier. As previously announced, longtime supporter Robert De Niro will be receiving the “Brass Ring Award” for his philanthropic efforts and continued dedication to the cause.
The biennial event is committed to increasing awareness for type 1 diabetes, raising funds for clinical care and research at the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes, and supporting programs run by the Children’s Diabetes Foundation. Funds are raised through sponsorships, dinner tickets, a live and silent auction, and contributions. This year, guests have the chance to bid on a wide range of one-of-a-kind items including a Serena Williams autographed tennis racket, a...
Together, they will perform for a star-studded audience alongside Fernando Varela, Pia Toscano, and Shelea Frazier. As previously announced, longtime supporter Robert De Niro will be receiving the “Brass Ring Award” for his philanthropic efforts and continued dedication to the cause.
The biennial event is committed to increasing awareness for type 1 diabetes, raising funds for clinical care and research at the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes, and supporting programs run by the Children’s Diabetes Foundation. Funds are raised through sponsorships, dinner tickets, a live and silent auction, and contributions. This year, guests have the chance to bid on a wide range of one-of-a-kind items including a Serena Williams autographed tennis racket, a...
- 9/26/2018
- Look to the Stars
“Celebrity Fight Night in Italy” returned for its fifth annual event, taking philanthropic donors and special guests to Italy’s most beautiful regions, where they were treated to the very best arts, entertainment, and culture in the region.
Josh Groban and Andrea Bocelli
Over its 24-year history, Celebrity Fight Night has earned the title as one of the largest grossing charity events in the country, sending more than $86 million to charities, most significantly to the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center at Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, Az. The proceeds from this year’s event will benefit the Andrea Bocelli Foundation and the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center.
On September 4th, over 100 philanthropists traveled to Italy to participate in the extraordinary philanthropic adventure, which kicked off with a memorable dinner under the stars in the Gherardesca Garden}. The following day guests were taken on a journey to the sea where they cruised along...
Josh Groban and Andrea Bocelli
Over its 24-year history, Celebrity Fight Night has earned the title as one of the largest grossing charity events in the country, sending more than $86 million to charities, most significantly to the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center at Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, Az. The proceeds from this year’s event will benefit the Andrea Bocelli Foundation and the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center.
On September 4th, over 100 philanthropists traveled to Italy to participate in the extraordinary philanthropic adventure, which kicked off with a memorable dinner under the stars in the Gherardesca Garden}. The following day guests were taken on a journey to the sea where they cruised along...
- 9/14/2018
- Look to the Stars
[[tmz:video id="0_nxvaqza2"]] David Foster kept it light at a cancer fundraiser, telling the crowd his songs have a label ... "pussy music." David was performing at the Yescarta fundraiser on the Sony lot in Culver City over the weekend, when he told the audience the label fits because his music helps produce untold numbers of babies. He's not lying ... tracks that Foster produced or wrote include Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You," Celine Dion's "Because You Loved Me,...
- 11/1/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
After four divorces, David Foster says he’s open to getting married again amid rumors he’s dating singer Katharine McPhee.
Having finalized his divorce from his fourth wife Yolanda Hadid earlier this month, the Canada native, 67, hasn’t completely sworn off women, having most recently been spotted with McPhee.
“It’s quite obvious by my track record that I love being married, so I wouldn’t say no to being married again,” Foster tells People exclusively. “I like the concept, I’m just not that good at it.”
His daughter, Erin Foster, recently had nothing but praise for McPhee.
Having finalized his divorce from his fourth wife Yolanda Hadid earlier this month, the Canada native, 67, hasn’t completely sworn off women, having most recently been spotted with McPhee.
“It’s quite obvious by my track record that I love being married, so I wouldn’t say no to being married again,” Foster tells People exclusively. “I like the concept, I’m just not that good at it.”
His daughter, Erin Foster, recently had nothing but praise for McPhee.
- 10/30/2017
- by Dana Rose Falcone
- PEOPLE.com
Legendary musician David Foster is getting candid about his four divorces and opening up about his ex-wife, Yolanda Hadid’s, battle with Lyme disease.
“We just always did our best,” he said about living with Hadid’s illness, while talking to Et at the Grammy Museum’s third annual gala at The Novo in Los Angeles, California, on Tuesday. “We had some other issues as well, but everybody’s in a good place now. The main thing is that she’s healthy and in remission. She worked really hard at it and now she’s reaping the rewards of that.”
Exclusive: Yolanda Hadid Opens Up About Health and Finding Love Again -- With Her Kids' Help!
In her new book, Believe Me: My Battle With the Invisible Disability of Lyme Disease, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star claims the debilitating illness, which is spread by ticks, created cracks in her marriage, which ended in...
“We just always did our best,” he said about living with Hadid’s illness, while talking to Et at the Grammy Museum’s third annual gala at The Novo in Los Angeles, California, on Tuesday. “We had some other issues as well, but everybody’s in a good place now. The main thing is that she’s healthy and in remission. She worked really hard at it and now she’s reaping the rewards of that.”
Exclusive: Yolanda Hadid Opens Up About Health and Finding Love Again -- With Her Kids' Help!
In her new book, Believe Me: My Battle With the Invisible Disability of Lyme Disease, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star claims the debilitating illness, which is spread by ticks, created cracks in her marriage, which ended in...
- 9/21/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
Et has the latest on what some of your favorite celebs have been up to recently that you might have missed.
Dad-to-be George Clooney was spotted in his home state of Kentucky on Super Bowl Sunday. The Oscar winner watched the Patriots take home the Lombardi Trophy at the Augusta Irish Pub in Augusta, Kentucky. The Kentucky native was seen holding a bottle of his own brand of Casamigos tequila, which he owns with Rande Gerber, his friend and Cindy Crawford’s husband.
On Wednesday, Shaquille O'Neal threw down a hands-free Oreo cookie dunk to launch the Oreo Dunk Challenge in New York City. Later that same day, Tinashe was also in the Big Apple, serving up John Frieda Hair Care's newest campaign #HairTalks.
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Former Bachelorette Kaitlyn Bristowe hosted a Divas Galentine's Day party with celebrity wedding planner Mindy Weiss and Wedding Paper Divas in Los Angeles on Wednesday.
Dennis Kwan
Chef Chris Santos...
Dad-to-be George Clooney was spotted in his home state of Kentucky on Super Bowl Sunday. The Oscar winner watched the Patriots take home the Lombardi Trophy at the Augusta Irish Pub in Augusta, Kentucky. The Kentucky native was seen holding a bottle of his own brand of Casamigos tequila, which he owns with Rande Gerber, his friend and Cindy Crawford’s husband.
On Wednesday, Shaquille O'Neal threw down a hands-free Oreo cookie dunk to launch the Oreo Dunk Challenge in New York City. Later that same day, Tinashe was also in the Big Apple, serving up John Frieda Hair Care's newest campaign #HairTalks.
Craig Barritt/Getty ImagesMichael Simon
Former Bachelorette Kaitlyn Bristowe hosted a Divas Galentine's Day party with celebrity wedding planner Mindy Weiss and Wedding Paper Divas in Los Angeles on Wednesday.
Dennis Kwan
Chef Chris Santos...
- 2/11/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
While Camila Cabello is surely riding high from positive reviews to the first single of her solo career, "Love Incredible," which leaked on Friday -- it sounds like her former bandmates might not be having such a good time.
Fifth Harmony canceled a scheduled appearance to sing the national anthem at the 2017 NHL All-Star Game on Sunday, a source inside the NHL tells Et, just "minutes before" they were scheduled to go on, due to illness -- although it was not immediately clear which member was ill. Et has reached out to Fifth Harmony reps for comment.
Watch: Fifth Harmony Delivers First Performance Without Camila Cabello, Wins Favorite Group at People's Choice Awards
This is the second high profile cancellation in two days for the NHL, which saw Robin Thicke drop out of an appearance on Friday, at the NHL100 Gala, where he was to honor his late father, Alan Thicke.
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Fifth Harmony canceled a scheduled appearance to sing the national anthem at the 2017 NHL All-Star Game on Sunday, a source inside the NHL tells Et, just "minutes before" they were scheduled to go on, due to illness -- although it was not immediately clear which member was ill. Et has reached out to Fifth Harmony reps for comment.
Watch: Fifth Harmony Delivers First Performance Without Camila Cabello, Wins Favorite Group at People's Choice Awards
This is the second high profile cancellation in two days for the NHL, which saw Robin Thicke drop out of an appearance on Friday, at the NHL100 Gala, where he was to honor his late father, Alan Thicke.
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- 1/29/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
It’s wedding bells for Pia Toscano.
The American Idol finalist married professional dancer Jimmy R.O. Smith in front of friends and family in New York City on Saturday.
“I married my best friend today. I am on a cloud 9,” the 28-year-old singer shared on Instagram.
According to Entertainment Tonight, the bride wore a custom dress designed by Project Runway contestant Michael Costello. The silk gown featured extravagant flowing sleeves and lace embellishments. Toscano completed her elegant look with a beaded headpiece to complement her updo.
Smith looked dashing in a mustard-colored jacket and bow tie.
“I’ve dreamed of...
The American Idol finalist married professional dancer Jimmy R.O. Smith in front of friends and family in New York City on Saturday.
“I married my best friend today. I am on a cloud 9,” the 28-year-old singer shared on Instagram.
According to Entertainment Tonight, the bride wore a custom dress designed by Project Runway contestant Michael Costello. The silk gown featured extravagant flowing sleeves and lace embellishments. Toscano completed her elegant look with a beaded headpiece to complement her updo.
Smith looked dashing in a mustard-colored jacket and bow tie.
“I’ve dreamed of...
- 1/8/2017
- by Stephanie Petit
- PEOPLE.com
Pia Toscano just tied the knot! The American Idol alum married longtime love and dancer Jimmy R.O. Smith in a romantic ceremony on Saturday, Entertainment Tonight reports. The newlyweds' closest family and friends gathered at the Metropolitan Building in Long Island, New York for the joyous occasion. According to the outlet, Toscano looked stunning (as per usual) in a custom silk gown designed by Michael Costello. The modern look featured elaborate lace embroidery and a cascading sheer train. American Idol fans will remember the songstress from the series' 11th season. Her elimination in the tenth round shocked viewers, but she's gone on to lead quite a...
- 1/7/2017
- E! Online
Pia Toscano is officially off the market!
The 28-year-old singer, who was a contestant on season 10 of American Idol, married dancer Jimmy R.O. Smith at the Angel Orensanz Center in Manhattan, New York, on Saturday, Et exclusively confirms.
Watch: 'American Idol' Alumni Pia Toscano, Kelly Clarkson and More Share Sweet Pics Ahead of Series Finale
The blushing bride wore a stunning silk gown -- which featured a plunging neckline and beaded embroidery on the shoulders -- custom-designed by her close pal and Project Runway alum, Michael Costello. Stylists Eduardo Ponce and Oscar Pallares Gomez brushed her brunette tresses into a beautiful updo topped with a beaded white headpiece, while makeup artist Lyndsay Zavitz gave Toscano's elegant look the perfect final touches.
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"I've dreamed of this magical day since I was 4-years-old, and I hoped to find my King," Toscano gushed to Et just moments before saying "I do."
"Today, all of...
The 28-year-old singer, who was a contestant on season 10 of American Idol, married dancer Jimmy R.O. Smith at the Angel Orensanz Center in Manhattan, New York, on Saturday, Et exclusively confirms.
Watch: 'American Idol' Alumni Pia Toscano, Kelly Clarkson and More Share Sweet Pics Ahead of Series Finale
The blushing bride wore a stunning silk gown -- which featured a plunging neckline and beaded embroidery on the shoulders -- custom-designed by her close pal and Project Runway alum, Michael Costello. Stylists Eduardo Ponce and Oscar Pallares Gomez brushed her brunette tresses into a beautiful updo topped with a beaded white headpiece, while makeup artist Lyndsay Zavitz gave Toscano's elegant look the perfect final touches.
Jay Lim Studio
"I've dreamed of this magical day since I was 4-years-old, and I hoped to find my King," Toscano gushed to Et just moments before saying "I do."
"Today, all of...
- 1/7/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
You might want to grab some tissues. Tonight's all-new episode of Hollywood Medium With Tyler Henry was a heartfelt and poignant roller coaster for both Tyler Henry's celebrity clients and us viewers. It was impossible not to be affected by all the emotion as E! News host Maria Menounos, American Idol alum Pia Toscano and Parks and Recreation actress Retta opened up and got personal while connecting with their loved ones who had passed away. But one of the most unforgettable moments came when Larry Birkhead reunited with ex-girlfriend Anna Nicole Smith who tragically died almost a decade ago when their daughter, Dannielynn, was just a baby. Because of her sudden death, Anna Nicole still had a lot she wanted...
- 9/22/2016
- E! Online
Update: Botched's Dr. Paul Nassif, Pia Toscano, Larry Birkhead, Reza Farahan, Tiffany Haddish and Joanna Krupa will also join the previously announced lineup of celebrities in the new season of Hollywood Medium With Tyler Henry! ________ Get ready for Hollywood Medium With Tyler Henry's star-packed return! Tyler Henry will be back to deliver more powerful readings to even more celebrities when season two of E!'s breakout show premieres in August. In the first season, the medium, clairvoyant and medical intuitive amazed and touched the likes of Carmen Electra, Snooki and Amber Rose with his emotional connections to the beyond, making the show the network's most-watched unscripted...
- 7/11/2016
- E! Online
There’s a “Raging Fire” descending on Phillip Phillips’ life — but this time it’s got nothing to do with his 2014 hit single.
The American Idol Season 11 champ is being sued for more than $5 million by 19 Entertainment, one of the producers of the recently wrapped Fox reality juggernaut, according to TMZ.
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19 Entertainment claims Phillips ceased payment of management fees to the company in 2015, after attempting to get out of his contract with them. At the time, Phillips argued to...
The American Idol Season 11 champ is being sued for more than $5 million by 19 Entertainment, one of the producers of the recently wrapped Fox reality juggernaut, according to TMZ.
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19 Entertainment claims Phillips ceased payment of management fees to the company in 2015, after attempting to get out of his contract with them. At the time, Phillips argued to...
- 6/2/2016
- TVLine.com
American Idol Season 2 finalist Rickey Smith was killed in a multi-car accident Thursday night, according to TMZ.
Smith, who memorably donned a disco-fabulous Afro wig for a performance of Earth Wind and Fire’s “Let’s Groove” and wound up finishing eighth behind Ruben Studdard and Clay Aiken, was 36.
He was also known for smiling and chanting “Hercules! Hercules!” during his run on the show.
According to TMZ, Smith’s vehicle was hit head-on by another car traveling the wrong way down Oklahoma’s I-240. That driver was booked for DUI.
Several of Smith’s Idol compatriots took to social...
Smith, who memorably donned a disco-fabulous Afro wig for a performance of Earth Wind and Fire’s “Let’s Groove” and wound up finishing eighth behind Ruben Studdard and Clay Aiken, was 36.
He was also known for smiling and chanting “Hercules! Hercules!” during his run on the show.
According to TMZ, Smith’s vehicle was hit head-on by another car traveling the wrong way down Oklahoma’s I-240. That driver was booked for DUI.
Several of Smith’s Idol compatriots took to social...
- 5/6/2016
- TVLine.com
Dutch progressive house duo Vicetone must have known they had a hit on their hands with “Siren” featuring Pia Toscano well in advance. It hasn’t even been a month since they released the track, but they’ve already unveiled a cinematic music video to accompany its festival-friendly rhythms.
The clip depicts a man trying to track down a lost love, presumably in the wake of some sort of tragic misadventure. In between locating her belongings in the forest where the video is set, he intermittently catches glimpses of her ethereal visage which spur him forward to the next step of the breadcrumb trail.
“Siren” is but one of five songs on Vicetone’s Aurora Ep, which came out through Spinnin’ Records around the same date. Upon its release, we said that the track has “all the ingredients necessary for it to spread through the festival circuit at an unstoppable pace,...
The clip depicts a man trying to track down a lost love, presumably in the wake of some sort of tragic misadventure. In between locating her belongings in the forest where the video is set, he intermittently catches glimpses of her ethereal visage which spur him forward to the next step of the breadcrumb trail.
“Siren” is but one of five songs on Vicetone’s Aurora Ep, which came out through Spinnin’ Records around the same date. Upon its release, we said that the track has “all the ingredients necessary for it to spread through the festival circuit at an unstoppable pace,...
- 5/4/2016
- by John Cameron
- We Got This Covered
Last week’s results episode of The Voice ended with the most shocking (musical) fatality since got bumped off . Indeed, Emily Keener, the third highest-selling artist on the iTunes singles chart from Top 12 night, wound up in the Bottom 2 — yes, Virginia, Facebook and Voice app voting counts too — and failed to score the Twitter Save.
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Would there be a return to sales-driven logic and predictability for the Top 11 Week elimination? The forecast looked hazy at best after Nick Hagelin — whose brutally flat “Your Body Is a Wonderland” ranked third-to-last...
RelatedThe Voice Top 11 Performance Recap: Always Gonna Be an Uphill Battle
Would there be a return to sales-driven logic and predictability for the Top 11 Week elimination? The forecast looked hazy at best after Nick Hagelin — whose brutally flat “Your Body Is a Wonderland” ranked third-to-last...
- 4/27/2016
- TVLine.com
Geez, thanks a lot, Beyoncé!
With tracks from Bey’s new Lemonade album occupying eight slots on the iTunes Top 10 singles chart, there’s no place for any member of The Voice Top 11 to get in formation for the coveted “iTunes bonus.”
RelatedThe Voice Top 11 Performance Recap: Always Gonna Be an Uphill Battle
In fact, only one Season 10 artist managed to crack the Top 20 at the close of voting (Tuesday at noon Et) — and that was Paxton Ingram at No. 18 (a complete turnaround from last week’s dismal, last-place chart position of No. 163). What a difference a Gospel track can make for a flailing artist!
With tracks from Bey’s new Lemonade album occupying eight slots on the iTunes Top 10 singles chart, there’s no place for any member of The Voice Top 11 to get in formation for the coveted “iTunes bonus.”
RelatedThe Voice Top 11 Performance Recap: Always Gonna Be an Uphill Battle
In fact, only one Season 10 artist managed to crack the Top 20 at the close of voting (Tuesday at noon Et) — and that was Paxton Ingram at No. 18 (a complete turnaround from last week’s dismal, last-place chart position of No. 163). What a difference a Gospel track can make for a flailing artist!
- 4/26/2016
- TVLine.com
It’s the cliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimb!!!
Oh, forgive me, fans of The Voice. I got caught up for a hot minute in the cauldron of delicious, melted, processed cheese of Miley Cyrus’ breakout hit — and wasn’t sure I wanted to get out.
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But that is no way to start a recap. Or, as T.S. Eliot so poetically puts it — he is a poet, after all — “That is not what I meant at all; That is not it, at all.
Oh, forgive me, fans of The Voice. I got caught up for a hot minute in the cauldron of delicious, melted, processed cheese of Miley Cyrus’ breakout hit — and wasn’t sure I wanted to get out.
RelatedTV on the Radio: Listen to New Tracks from Idol‘s Kris Allen, Haley Reinhart, Fantasia, Pia Toscano and More!
But that is no way to start a recap. Or, as T.S. Eliot so poetically puts it — he is a poet, after all — “That is not what I meant at all; That is not it, at all.
- 4/26/2016
- TVLine.com
American Idol is over — shhhh! don’t tell my heart! — and The Voice doesn’t exactly trumpet the post-show output of its alumni. So what’s a reality-singing competition junkie supposed to do to discover new tunes from the shows’ most-talented artists?
VideosReality Check Finale: American Idol‘s Best (‘Tasia!) & Worst (Randy?) Ever! Plus: Trent Wins, Allison Rocks & More
Welcome to TV on the Radio, TVLine’s brand new roundup of current and kick-awesome tracks from singers who got their careers underway beneath the unwavering scrutiny of the TV cameras.
I’m in an old-school kinda mood, so for this edition,...
VideosReality Check Finale: American Idol‘s Best (‘Tasia!) & Worst (Randy?) Ever! Plus: Trent Wins, Allison Rocks & More
Welcome to TV on the Radio, TVLine’s brand new roundup of current and kick-awesome tracks from singers who got their careers underway beneath the unwavering scrutiny of the TV cameras.
I’m in an old-school kinda mood, so for this edition,...
- 4/22/2016
- TVLine.com
This is how Reality Check ends — not with a whimper, but a bang.
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Since TVLine’s launch in 2011, we’ve been bringing you a weekly deep dive into all things American Idol — hosted by yours truly, upgraded starting in 2012 by “Season 6 standout” Melinda Doolittle’s mic-dropping expertise and edited to madness and beyond by “the great Jason Averett.” Reality Check was itself an upgrade of Idolatry — an EW.com series that launched in 2007 — and I’d be remiss if I didn’t pause here to thank TVLine’s...
RelatedFarewell for Now, American Idol, and Thanks for All the Memories
Since TVLine’s launch in 2011, we’ve been bringing you a weekly deep dive into all things American Idol — hosted by yours truly, upgraded starting in 2012 by “Season 6 standout” Melinda Doolittle’s mic-dropping expertise and edited to madness and beyond by “the great Jason Averett.” Reality Check was itself an upgrade of Idolatry — an EW.com series that launched in 2007 — and I’d be remiss if I didn’t pause here to thank TVLine’s...
- 4/20/2016
- TVLine.com
American Idol has a lot in common with the country it's named after — a swift rise, fueled by lofty populist ideals and naked aggression, world conquest, such giddy heights, then the tragic skid into despair and and it's all somehow Fox's fault. The end of the Idol empire should have been a much bigger deal. It should have been an event. But instead, last night's farewell episode just kind of dribbled away, like the final season overall. "Let's do a Bowie tribute, except instead of Adam Lambert or Fantasia, we'll...
- 4/8/2016
- Rollingstone.com
A new American Idol may have been crowned last night ... but the real winner was season 10 contestant Pia Toscano. The sexy singer -- who was voted off the show way too early despite her amazing voice and killer good looks – showed up and showed out during last night’s performance at the series finale, reminding America the mistake they made five years ago. Check out the gallery to see Pia’s sultry snaps and to...
- 4/8/2016
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Kieran, turn out the lights.
Our American Idol “journey” has come to an end, but let us not weep for what’s been cancelled, let us instead go to iTunes and download the Season 15 winner’s new single. Hey, from a songwriting vantage point, it may not be “Home,” but it definitely ranks above “No Boundaries” and “Inside Your Heaven” — and we bought those, too. And if this show can produce one more bona fide radio/touring superstar, maybe the inevitable reboot will happen sooner than expected, no?
RelatedFarewell for Now, American Idol, and Thanks for All the Memories...
Our American Idol “journey” has come to an end, but let us not weep for what’s been cancelled, let us instead go to iTunes and download the Season 15 winner’s new single. Hey, from a songwriting vantage point, it may not be “Home,” but it definitely ranks above “No Boundaries” and “Inside Your Heaven” — and we bought those, too. And if this show can produce one more bona fide radio/touring superstar, maybe the inevitable reboot will happen sooner than expected, no?
RelatedFarewell for Now, American Idol, and Thanks for All the Memories...
- 4/8/2016
- TVLine.com
Before Pia Toscano begins her next chapter, she's looking back on her American Idol past. Watching the TV show that "completely changed" her life come to a close has been sad for Toscano, but as she tells People, "All good things must come to an end." Adds the singer, 27, who will appear on the show's grand finale Thursday: "It's a celebration of all this amazing talent and this monstrous platform that has provided opportunity to so many artists, so I'm sad to see it go. It's such an iconic television show and I'm definitely bummed about it, but I'm super...
- 4/7/2016
- by Nicole Sands, @nicolesands901
- PEOPLE.com
Hush, Idoloonie, don’t you cry-y-y-y.
Oh yes, I have spent the last week (Ok, actually the last 15 years) reviewing, rewinding and re-listening to the greatest performances in American Idol history — and the time has come to count down the definitive Top 30.
Related2016 Renewal Scorecard: What’s Coming Back? What’s Getting Cancelled? What’s on the Bubble?
It’s an impossible task, if I’m being honest. How do you separate raw, gut-busting emotion from pure, mind-blowing perfection? How do you leave out Pia Toscano and David Archuleta and Carly Smithson and Kree Harrison and Trenyce (oh, Trenyce!) and Sarina Joi-Crowe?...
Oh yes, I have spent the last week (Ok, actually the last 15 years) reviewing, rewinding and re-listening to the greatest performances in American Idol history — and the time has come to count down the definitive Top 30.
Related2016 Renewal Scorecard: What’s Coming Back? What’s Getting Cancelled? What’s on the Bubble?
It’s an impossible task, if I’m being honest. How do you separate raw, gut-busting emotion from pure, mind-blowing perfection? How do you leave out Pia Toscano and David Archuleta and Carly Smithson and Kree Harrison and Trenyce (oh, Trenyce!) and Sarina Joi-Crowe?...
- 4/5/2016
- TVLine.com
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