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  • Celebrities standing for COVID vaccines on TV special

    Celebrities standing for COVID vaccines on TV special LOS ANGELES (AP) — President Joe Biden, former President Barack Obama and a slew of celebrities including Billy Crystal, Jennifer Hudson and Lin-Manuel Miranda are part of a special aimed at boosting COVID-19 vaccination rates. “Roll Up Your Sleeves,” airing at 7 p.m. EDT Sunday on NBC,…

  • ‘In the Heights’ kicks of Tribeca Film Festival

    The Tribeca Film Festival begins this year on June 9. It was canceled last year due to the coronavirus pandemic. The drama features every day life in a Dominican suburb of Washington D.C. The Associated Press has the story: New York’s Tribeca Film Festival resumes this year with a Dominican-themed drama NEW YORK (AP) —…

  • Black actress Viola Davis receives Hasty Pudding Award

    The actress who has received the most Oscar nominations for a black woman has just received a Hasty Pudding Award. Viola Davis, famous for her roles in movies depicting racial issues, was given the award by Harvard University. The Associated Press has the story: Hasty Pudding’s Woman of the Year Award goes to Viola Davis…

  • Harry Potter actress Helen McCrory dies at 52

    After a battle with cancer, the actress known for “Peaky Blinders” and the “Harry Potter” movies has died. Helen McCrory was 52. The Associated Press has the story: British actress Helen McCrory dies of cancer AP – British actor Helen McCrory, who starred in the television show “Peaky Blinders” and the “Harry Potter” movies, has…

  • Oscars start to welcome the disabled as times change

    Hollywood hasn’t always treated the disabled well, but things may be changing as the Oscars welcome the disabled, including making the podium accessible for them. There are multiple movies involving the disabled up for Oscars this year. The Associated Press has the story: Disabled hope Hollywood is finally welcoming them as they prepare for the…

  • J.Lo and Selena Gomez, for the world’s poorest countries

    J.Lo and Selena Gomez, for the world’s poorest countries NEW YORK (AP) — Backed by an international concert hosted by Selena Gomez and headlined by Jennifer Lopez, Global Citizen is unveiling an ambitious campaign to help medical workers in the world’s poorest countries quickly receive COVID-19 vaccines. The anti-poverty organization is announcing the musical event…

  • Will Smith pulls film out of Ga. over voting law

    There is a backlash taking place against Georgia’s new voting law, which makes it more difficult to commit voter fraud. Some believe the law is racist and will disproportionately hurt blacks and other minorities. However, the major studios have remained quiet. Actor Will Smith is pulling production of his forthcoming slavery movie “Emancipation” from Georgia…

  • Big win for ‘Nomadland’ in British Academy Film Awards

    Big win for ‘Nomadland’ in British Academy Film Awards LONDON (AP) — Gig-economy Western “Nomadland” won four prizes including best picture on Sunday at the British Academy Film Awards, which were handed out during a pandemic-curbed ceremony that recognized a diverse array of screen talent. “Nomadland” filmmaker Chloe Zhao became only the second woman, and…

  • Rapper DMX dies after cardiac arrest

    After several days in the hospital on life support, hip-hop artist DMX passed away from catastrophic cardiac arrest. He suffered a history of substance abuse, which may have led to his hospitalization. The Associated Press has the story: One of rap’s most distinctive voices, DMX, passes away at age 50 NEW YORK (AP) — DMX,…

  • Dolly Parton’s uncle and musical mentor dies at 85

    Dolly Parton’s uncle and musical mentor dies at 85 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Country songwriter Bill Owens, who was a mentor and early songwriting partner to his niece Dolly Parton and helped start her career in country music, has died. He was 85. Parton’s publicist confirmed his death on Wednesday, and Parton wrote a lengthy…