When it dropped in May, the audience response to Top Gun: Maverick was beyond incredible. The studio expected the film to be a hit, but they did not expect the movie to open at No.1 and stay in the top ten for an almost unheard-of 20 more weeks. Nor did they expect it to become the fifth-highest-grossing domestic release of all time, break a wild record for Paramount, or be the biggest box-office hit of Tom Cruise’s career. Yet, all those things Maverick did. And one of the film’s stars, Glen Powell (Hangman), says he wasn’t chosen for the role…
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Late-Night Jams Fresh off his sold-out Madison Square Garden show, Nigerian star gives fans one last performance before 2023 North American tour Fresh off his sold-out Madison Square Garden concert, Wizkid appeared on a much-smaller stage Friday as the Nigerian star performed his single “Money & Love” on The Tonight Show. [embedded content] The track appears on Wizkid’s latest LP More Love, Less Ego, which arrived earlier this month. “These are soulful, uplifting songs by Afrobeats’ top artist. He’s all about dropping heat, even as he continues to evolve,” Rolling Stone wrote of the LP, the follow-up to his 2020…
PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAWRENCE CORTEZ. HAIR, KIRSTEN KLONTZ/P1M.CA. MAKEUP, PATRICK RAHMÉ/PATRICKRAHME.COM Mantella’s Gucci collection is museum-worthy. “I remember each show, era and season, and every purchase is like a time stamp of where I was in my life.” By Annika Lautens Date November 18, 2022 Facebook Twitter Sylvia Mantella’s parents don’t know what to think about her Gucci collection. Now, that’s not to say they aren’t supportive — far from it — but the vice-president of marketing, sponsorship and philanthropy at Mantella Corporation admits that they’re often at a loss for words when they’re confronted by it. “I’m not shy with…
Sheets of rain blanket the 1978 New York skyline as a marquis comes into view, touting its message in bright, pink letters: Madeline Ashton in Songbird! Rather than flocking in, however, the theater’s patrons seem to be flooding out, stepping on water logged playbills sporting Ms. Ashton’s smiling face as they grumble their dissatisfaction. Still, inside, amidst the remaining audience members, at least one man stares captivated at the ingenue on stage as she launches into a number extolling her own virtues. He is Dr. Ernest Menville and beside him is his date, Helen Sharp. Her apprehensive gaze is not…
We need to pour one out for Judy Hale.Netflix released the final season for Dead to Me Nov. 17, revealing the bittersweet ending for best friends Judy (Linda Cardellini) and Jen (Christina Applegate). While the duo did not go down for the murder of Steve (James Marsden), Judy’s criminal ex-fiancé, they didn’t necessarily get their happily ever after. Why? Well, because Judy succumbed to her stage four cervical cancer in the series finale. This was particularly devastating for Jen, who wanted her BFF to fight the cancer until the very end. Alas, Judy had other plans, wanting to end things on…
Good people, great food, sweet memories and taking the time to reflect on everything we’ve been given is what this time of the year is all about. Whether you’re gathered up with the whole family or celebrating “friendsgiving” style, here’s a soundtrack for your Thanksgiving holiday from some of country music’s biggest names, then and now.From Hank Williams to Martina McBride to Thomas Rhett, we’ve found plenty to be thankful for all over the country music spectrum. Celebrating “Family Tradition” is one of country music’s favorite themes, along with the blessings handed down through the years.From the sacred to the silly, this…
All hail the Brenaissance! Between movies like The Mummy and George Of The Jungle, Brendan Fraser was a staple talent of the ‘90s and ‘00s, until he wasn’t. While the actor never completely left Hollywood, he’s only truly stepped back into the spotlight over the past year. And during this time, many have showered him with praise for his powerhouse performance in Darren Aronofsky’s The Whale. The biggest instance of that occurred during the prestigious Venice Film Festival, where Fraser received a 6-minute standing ovation that left him with tears in his eyes. Now, the star is opening about how that…
Blood on the Dance Floor “I’m in pain and as dancers know, dancing on an injury is not a good idea,” singer says after U.K. trek pushed to 2023 Florence and the Machine were forced to postpone their U.K. tour after Florence Welch broke her foot dancing during Friday’s concert at London’s O2 Arena. The injury occurred at some point during the show, with the singer – who performs barefoot – leaving a trail of blood on the stage; video later emerged of the road crew wiping the blood off dance floor between songs: However, the full extent of the…
A warning: this quiz is not for the faint of heart. It was made for those who know their covers and to which titles those covers belong to. It was made for those who can spot a detail and hold it fast in their memory. It was made for those who like a challenge and are sure they can win it. But it was also made for those who, like me, keep seeing similar covers in stores thinking it is one book we saw previously, and it turns out it is another. Check Your Shelf Newsletter Sign up to receive…
Photography courtesy of Dior Beauty Plus, two new must-see nail polish collections. By Lauren Knowles Date November 18, 2022 Facebook Twitter Dior.ca has arrived Photography courtesy of Dior Beauty Oh Canada, we’ve been spoiled by Dior. Virtually designed with meticulous detail and lavish Dior DNA, Canada’s first luxury e-boutique dedicated to Dior Beauty is now live. You can shop Dior’s coveted fragrance, makeup and skincare must-haves at one convenient digital address made for Canadians. Privy to limited edition and exclusive e-commerce collections throughout the year, customers also get first access to dreamy new releases. Right on cue for the holidays,…
Back in late 2019, comic book fans and horror enthusiasts were introduced to Count Crowley, actor David Dastmalchian’s (The Suicide Squad) four-issue Dark Horse miniseries which told the tale of Jerri Bartman, an alcoholic TV personality who loses her job after a drunken outburst during an on-air segment. With no other employment options immediately available, Jerri takes over for her station’s missing late night horror host, taking on his mantle as “Count Crowley” and introducing B movies in her own biting, snarky style. Jerri becomes a surprise hit for the station, drawing the attention of an increasing number of TV…
Kaley Cuoco is bumpin’ along.The actress, who is expecting her first child with Tom Pelphrey, shared an update of her pregnancy journey, posting a mirror selfie which showed off her growing baby bump. In the sweet snap, Kaley is wearing a grey fitted ribbed sweater under a fuzzy teal jacket and wearing her signature fringed hairstyle down and wavy. Over her belly, she added an animated GIF that read “Boop It!” Last month, the Big Bang Theory alum and the Ozark actor announced on social media they are expecting their first child together. “Baby girl Pelphrey coming 2023,” Kaley shared on Instagram. “beyond blessed and over…
According to a new report on Saturday (Nov. 19), Ticketmaster is now under investigation by the top legal authorities in three states after a botched rollout of tickets to Taylor Swift’s 2023 Eras Tour left millions of fans frustrated and empty handed.The Associated Press reports that the Attorneys General in Nevada, Tennessee and Pennsylvania have launched investigations into the massive ticket service after receiving a number of complaints from concerned citizens.A pre-sale for the upcoming concerts began on Tuesday (Nov. 15), but due to overwhelming demand, many fans experienced long waits that ended with being forcibly logged out of Ticketmaster…
Top Gun: Maverick shouldn’t have worked as well as it did by all past standards of measures when it comes to legacy sequels. It was a sequel released almost four decades after the original. Still, from its initial reception to wide release, Maverick proved to be a sequel delivering everything you want from a blockbuster. Part of what drew moviegoers to the cinema in flocks was the willingness of the Tom Cruise-helmed action movie to put in a level of effort big tentpole franchises don’t often take the time to do anymore. The movie’s director, Joseph Kosinski, has opened up…