Amid renewed attention on Black voices and culture, the holiday known as Juneteenth may be enjoying its most high-profile year ever. Observed on June 19th, Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 that Union soldiers announced to enslaved African American people in Galveston, Texas that they’d been freed by the Emancipation Proclamation. (Of course, Abraham Lincoln
Month: June 2020
The 2020 edition of CineEurope got underway online today with executives chiming in on what exhibition and distribution will look like as coronavirus restrictions ease. The studios normally would have been in Barcelona this week to show off their upcoming slates to European exhibitors. Instead, Film Expo Group did a nice job of pivoting to
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said on Wednesday that, after his 111th daily coronavirus briefing on Friday, he’ll call time on the practice and only hold them “as needed.” The press conferences started on February 29, nominally as a way to provide regular updates on the crisis that the state would eventually become the epicenter
Kadir Nelson is a multi-award winning author and illustrator for children’s books. His 2019 release, The Undefeated, won the prestigious 2020 Caldecott Award, as well as a Coretta Scott King Award. In addition to writing and illustrating for children’s books, Nelson’s work has graced the covers of numerous magazines, as well as album covers and
Catra and She-Ra in the opening credits for ‘She-Ra and the Princesses of Power’ (Screenshot: Netflix) Netflix’s She-Ra massively flipped the status quo by centring a lesbian love story on a kid’s TV series — but the show’s creator has revealed that it almost didn’t happen. Warning: major spoilers ahead for season five of She-Ra
Exclusive George Floyd‘s name seems to be heading toward foundation status — ’cause his family is already making moves to lock up the rights to something called just that … TMZ has learned. George’s brother, Philonise Floyd, recently applied to trademark the phrase “The George Floyd Foundation” — and if he gets it, he’ll be
Cinemark CEO Mark Zoradi said the chain is in “active discussions” with Universal over windows but choses to do it privately instead of entering “the media fray” that exploded when AMC Entertainment threatened not to show Universal films. “I know that Universal is committed to the theatrical business” for big films like Jurassic World 3:
That’s not to say turning their audience into a virtual one, represented only by a number count and steady stream of comments on the screen rather than physical bodies, didn’t come without a major adjustment. “At first, we were like, ‘This is weird. It’s definitely not as fun for us. We don’t get that connection,'” Halpern admitted.
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com H.E.R. wants to send a powerful message with her new song honoring George Floyd — one that captures the feelings and concerns millions of Americans have since he was killed. The Grammy winner tells us why she had to write, “I Can’t Breathe,” after conversations with fellow artists, and herself,
Dame Vera Lynn—the English singer who performed for troops during World War II—died Thursday morning (June 18), the BBC reports. She was 103. Her best known songs include “We’ll Meet Again,” “There’ll Be Bluebirds Over,” and “There’ll Always Be an England.” She was appointed as a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Like the Fairy Godmother transforming Cinderella into the belle of the ball, LaQuan Smith‘s magical touch does the same to just about anyone who dons one of his pieces. There’s no such thing as too sexy in Smith’s world where body-confidence and luxury reign supreme. Beyoncé, Rihanna, Serena Williams, and Jennifer Lopez are all fans.
What happened to Octavia? On The 100 Season 7 Episode 5, our hero got to learn about a whole new world, but did it change her as much as her captors thought it would? Meanwhile, Clarke continued to work with the new villains, while fully hoping she would be able to save Bellamy’s life. Elsewhere, Murphy
Kanye West had ‘many discussions’ with his future competitors — Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner — about expanding into the beauty business. A source reveals what exactly these talks have entailed. The KarJenner ladies will have a new competitor in the cosmetics and beauty empire, one from their own family: Kanye West! They’re happily making
‘Tiger King’ Joe Exotic was jailed for trying to have an animal rights activist murdered. (Netflix) Tiger King star Joe Exotic has likened prison to the “American slave trade” in a letter invoking the name of George Floyd and asking Black Lives Matter supporters to push for prison reforms. In an open letter, Exotic referenced
Check out the official Teaser Trailer for The Nest starring Jude Law! Let us know what you think in the comments below. ► Visit Fandango: http://www.fandango.com/?cmp=MCYT_YouTube_Desc Want to be notified of all the latest movie trailers? Subscribe to the channel and click the bell icon to stay up to date. US Release Date: September 18,
Editors’ Note: Deadline’s Reopening Hollywood series focuses on the complicated effort to get the industry back on its feet while ensuring the safety of everyone involved. Our goal is to examine numerous sides of the business and provide a forum for leaders in Hollywood who have a vision for how production could safely restart in the era
Outer Banks star Madison Bailey is sharing her truth. After coming out as pansexual on TikTok last month, the 21-year-old actress opened up about her loved ones’ reaction to the news, and why she doesn’t “believe in straight people,” during an Instagram Live with actress Lacy Hartselle on Wednesday. “I have very accepting friends, a very accepting family,
Exclusive 2 Chainz‘s got more drama over his ATL joint, and this time it’s beef with the keepers of Pablo Escobar’s name … who are suing the rapper over the restaurant’s name. Pablo Escobar‘s family company, Escobar Inc., is suing 2 Chainz for at least $10 million … claiming his Escobar Restaurant and Tapas —
The Brooklyn-based independent record label Ghostly International has joined Secretly. The label and its publishing arm Ghostly Songs (now administered through Secretly Publishing) join Bloomington, Indiana’s Secretly Group (Secretly Canadian, Jagjaguwar, and Dead Oceans) and Chicago’s Numero Group as Secretly affiliates. Ghostly International founder Sam Valenti IV is now a managing partner of Secretly, and
Christian VierigGetty Images While some brands are understandably struggling with the devastating impact of coronavirus on business, others are thriving. Namely, Rebag, a luxury retailer specializing in used designer handbags. As customers continue to buy less, more thoughtful, sustainable purchases are becoming more of a priority. According to Thredup’s 2019 resale report, the secondhand industry
A dark, gritty reboot of the golden oldie Perry Mason? At first, it sounds like a joke, or like a Jack Donaghy idea from 30 Rock. The classic legal drama debuted way back in 1957, which leaves quite a thick layer of dust to brush away, but HBO’s reboot — premiering this Sunday at 9/8c;
CinemaBlend participates in affiliate programs with various companies. We may earn a commission when you click on or make purchases via links. Can you imagine the emotional rollercoaster of being the child of a character actor like Josh Gad? Sometimes he’s an animated singing snowman named Olaf, another time he’s Gaston’s sidekick LeFou in Beauty
“That ’70s Show” actor Danny Masterson was charged with the rapes of three women in the early 2000s, Los Angeles prosecutors said Wednesday, the culmination of a three-year investigation that resulted in a rare arrest of a famous Hollywood figure in the #MeToo era. The three counts of rape by force or fear against Masterson
Check out the new viral video for Frozen II starring Kristen Bell! Let us know what you think in the comments below. ► Buy Tickets to Frozen II: https://www.fandango.com/frozen-ii-185800/movie-overview?cmp=CSYT_YouTube_Desc Want to be notified of all the latest clips and behind the scenes footage? Subscribe to the channel and click the bell icon to stay up
All the times the Pawn Stars were screwed over demonstrate why trading is gambling. For this list, we’ll be looking at transactions or categories of products where the Pawn Stars got a raw deal. Our countdown includes fake Rolexes, Shoeless Joe Jackson fake, Willie Mays uniform, and more! WatchMojo ranks the times the Pawn Stars
Exclusive Brian Austin Green and Courtney Stodden are definitely together … in the friend zone, we’re told, but they are talking about getting creative. Sources close to the situation tell TMZ … Brian and Courtney are just friends who met about a month ago via social media. We’re told the initial communication was about sharing
As Los Angeles slowly reopens, Arena Cinelounge Sunset in Hollywood is stepping forward to be the first physical theater in the city to open its doors since the start of the coronavirus lockdown. The arthouse theater will reopen on June 19 with special engagements of The Unbearable Lightness of Being and Babyteeth. Arena Cinelounge is set to
The music world has lost a young star. Yohan, a member of the Korean boy band, TST, has died, according to multiple reports. The singer, née Kim Jeong-hwan, was 28 years old, The Guardian reported. Per The Guardian, KJ Entertainment, TST’s record label, confirmed the news, stating, “We are sad to relay the most unfortunate, sorrowful news. On June 16,
Kids — do NOT try this at home!!! Lil Jon just took CRUNK to a whole ‘nother level … with the rap legend joining a pro Trophy Truck driver for the most INSANE joyride you’ll ever see!!! But, don’t worry, everyone was wearing a helmet. The “Turn Down For What” hype man joined 2020 Baja
Bob Dylan is set to release his next album Rough and Rowdy Ways this week on June 19. He previously shared the tracklist, as well as the singles “Murder Most Foul,” “False Prophet,” and “I Contain Multitudes.” Now, it’s been revealed that Fiona Apple and Blake Mills were among the recording personnel on the album,
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