EXCLUSIVE: Warner Bros and Color Force have set up-and-coming Chinese-Australian writer Amy Wang to pen Crazy Rich Asians 2, Deadline can reveal, replacing Peter Chiarelli and Adele Lim following the 2019 controversy around pay parity.
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Adele’s latest album ’30’ and The Weeknd’s ‘After Hours‘ single ‘Save Your Tears’ were the world’s best-selling records of 2021.Music industry body the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) has revealed that Adele’s 2021 album sold more than five million copies in two months. It’s also the biggest-selling record on vinyl and CD.The Weeknd’s ‘Save Your Tears, which was released in 2020, topped the charts in 18 countries and was streamed 2.15billion times. In 2020, The Weekend also had the biggest record of the year with his other ‘After Hours’ single ‘Blinding Lights’.You can see the rankings below.Top 10 global singles 2021:01 The Weeknd – ‘Save Your Tears’ (2.15billion streams)02 The Kid LAROI, Justin Bieber – ‘ STAY’ (2.07billion streams)03 Dua Lipa – ‘Levitating’ (1.88billion streams)04 BTS – ‘Butter’ (1.76billion streams)05 Olivia Rodrigo – ‘drivers license’ (1.73billion streams)06 Justin Bieber (ft. Daniel Caesar, Giveon) – ‘Peaches’ (1.72billion streams)07 The Weeknd – ‘Blinding Lights’ (1.61billion streams)08 Olivia Rodrigo – ‘good 4 u’ (1.61billion streams)09 Lil Nas X – ‘MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)’ (1.60billion streams)10 Ed Sheeran – ‘Bad Habits’ (1.57billion streams)Top 10 global albums 2021:01. Adele – ’30’02. Olivia Rodrigo – ‘Sour’03. Justin Bieber – ‘Justice’04. Ed Sheeran – ‘=’05. The Weeknd – ‘After Hours’06. Dua Lipa – ‘Future Nostalgia’07. The Kid LAROI – F Love (Mix Tape)08. ABBA – ‘Voyage’09. Morgan Wallen – ‘Dangerous: The Double Album’10. Doja Cat – ‘Planet Her’The three album charts compiled by the IFPI (overall sales, physical sales and vinyl) “reflect the truly global nature of the industry today,” chief executive Frances Moore told the BBC, “with albums by artists
.EXCLUSIVE: Warner Bros and Color Force have set up-and-coming Chinese-Australian writer Amy Wang to pen Crazy Rich Asians 2, Deadline can reveal, replacing Peter Chiarelli and Adele Lim following the 2019 controversy around pay parity.
Deadline notes, the action-packed filmhas dethroned from its spot as the third highest-grossing movie in history. Starring Tom Holland, Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, Marisa Tomei, Jamie Foxx, Alfred Molina, and Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange, is available for pre-order now on Amazon Prime Video and Vudu. The digital copy comes loaded with a ton of special features.
Just like us regular folks, celebrities can have strange middle names that were the last thing we’d expect to go with the rest of their name. Although we’re used to stars giving their children creative and sometimes unusual names, we’re less used to hearing their unusual middle names, if we even know them at all. However, many of your favourite stars’ middle names have interesting back stories, with some being nods to beloved relatives, inspired by TV shows or are actually middle names being used as stage names.
Around 8.5 million people in the UK are now gluten-free, and there are many famous folk who have adapted their food choices to gluten-free goodies, including Jessica Alba and Megan McKenna. Kourtney Kardashian has previously spoken about going gluten-free and the positive effect it has had on her three children - Mason, Reign and Penelope.
John Travolta has been announced as one of the celebrities who will be presenting awards at the Oscars – and everyone is making the same joke. Eight years ago, Travolta spectacularly mispronounced Idina Menzel’s name at the Oscars, ahead of her performance of the song “Let it Go” from Frozen.
Alan Carr admits he learnt a lot from his first series presenting reality show Interior Design Masters, although he’s still not convinced he’s getting it exactly right in his own home. “You’re supposed to have a coffee table book out, and someone gave me a big pop-up 3D penis book, so I used that,” he laughs. “It should be more like Homes & Gardens, but I’ll tell you what though, it’s the most-thumbed book on my table!” Having said that, inspired by the series, Alan reveals that he has been renovating his bathroom.
Adele is reportedly in talks to move her Las Vegas residency show to a new swanky venue in Sin City.The 33 year old singer cancelled her residency shows at the last-minute in a tearful video in January, explaining the show "ain't ready". And now, after sharing her desire to perform the residency gigs this year in the hopes of having a baby next year, Adele is said to have been approached by Planet Hollywood’s Zappos Theatre for the gigs.
Justin Bieber has earned the title of one of the best-selling music artists of our time. He was discovered at the age of 13 by Scooter Braun, his current manager.
Tyler Perry has revealed that both Beyoncé and Adele are big fans of his memes, referencing his famous character Madea.During a recent appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, the Hollywood actor talked about his upcoming movie A Madea Homecoming and mentioned some of the funny memes he has posted on Instagram in recent weeks, including the two singers photoshopped into the character.A post shared by Tyler Perry (@tylerperry)Tyler posted an image of ‘Ma-Delle’ in January, writing in the caption, “After many years Ma-delle releases her new album, 90. Tune in for a very special interview with Oprah where she talks about her divorce and the new album.
Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission.JBL might be best known for their speakers, but their wide-ranging line of wireless earbuds — consistently updated with new models — has quickly become one of the audio company’s best-selling products.The popularity of JBL’s earbuds means a lot given the competitive market, with many flocking to the Samsung-owned brand for a more affordable version of Apple AirPods. Now, JBL’s best-selling earbuds are 50% off on Amazon, bringing their price down to less than $50.
As the temperatures continue to plummet and as the rain continues to pour, we can’t help but think about brighter days ahead. But fortunately for us, Aldi have us covered with their newest Specialbuy - the Intex Inflatable 4 Person Hot Tub. With this new release, it turns out that there’s never been a better time to start daydreaming and making plans for the sunny days in the not-so-distant future.The fan favourite, which has sold out year after year, is perfect for the whole family thanks to its 795 litre capacity.The octagonal hot tub can comfortably fit four adults as it measures 201 x 201 x 71cm.
BTS have been named IFPI's Global Recording Artist of the Year Award, beating the likes of Taylor Swift, Adele and Drake to the top spot.
Adele’s boyfriend Rich Paul has reportedly been left “spooked” after the singer recently joked that she may have to cancel her Las Vegas residency if she falls pregnant.The 33 year old was due to begin a highly anticipated residency at Caesars Palace last month, but she was forced to cancel the shows at the last minute after Covid caused delays and she admitted the show “wasn’t ready”. Adele recently appeared on The Graham Norton Show, with the Irish host poking fun at her postponement announcement.
Tyler Perry chats about those Madea memes on Wednesday’s “The Ellen DeGeneres Show”.
Adele and Rich Paul only met last summer, when their paths crossed on the dance floor at a mutual pal’s party. But their romance appears to be so strong that fans of the Grammy-winning star are already speculating about them being engaged – or having even already tied the knot. Rumours started swirling after Easy On Me singer Adele flaunted a diamond ring on her engagement finger at the Brit Awards earlier this month.
Adele is saying hello from the sideline. On Sunday, the singing superstar was one of the many famous faces sitting courtside for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game in Cleveland, Ohio. The event doubled as a date night for the performer, who is in the process of rescheduling her Las Vegas residency. She and boyfriend Rich Paul were seated together, Adele unmissable in a leopard-print statement coat.
Adele, 33, looked absolutely fabulous as she attended the NBA All-Star game with her boyfriend Rich Paul and is trying to keep her spirits high after having to postpone her Las Vegas residency. The “Easy On Me” singer certainly looked easy on the eyes as she rocked an elaborate leopard print coat. Her legs peaked through from the bottom of her coat, showing off her sheer black tights. See her fabulous outfit here.
Disney's Encanto soundtrack continues its massive chart success in the UK, netting a seventh consecutive week at Number 1 on the Official Compilations chart.