has heard the backlash against her new Netflix film, Purple Hearts.The movie, which has been watched for , follows a liberal singer-songwriter (Carson) who marries a conservative marine (Nicholas Galitzine) for his healthcare benefits after being diagnosed with . Yes, the title “Purple Hearts” is not just a play on military jargon, but also represents what you get when someone from the blue party falls in love with someone who probably voted for Trump in the 2016 election.While the film has been trending on Netflix for two weeks, the streaming service is also facing a hefty amount of criticism for Purple Hearts, which many Twitter users claim brushes Luke's racism and other problematic behaviors aside in order to serve the love story. This content can also be viewed on the site it from.This content can also be viewed on the site it from.This content can also be viewed on the site it from.This content can also be viewed on the site it from.This content can also be viewed on the site it from.By Bianca LondonBy Emily TannenbaumBy Whitney Perry Sofia Carson, who also executive produced the film, doesn't see it that way.
Billy Corgan holds benefit concert for Highland Park shooting victims
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announced plans for the fundraiser, titled “Together and Together Again,” earlier this month.Corgan’s charity gig served as a moment of reflection and an opportunity to remember those lost, as well as provide a sense of financial relief for surviving victims.“The reason I named it ‘Together and Together Again’ is we won’t stop. We will always come together,” Corgan said.
“We will always bond around what we care about, our community and our love for one another. No one can take that away from us.”“And tonight we begin to reclaim that for Highland Park, and we want to bring that message to the world.”The three-hour show was held at Madame Zuzu’s, a plant-based tea house that Corgan owns with his partner Chloe Mendel, located on the same strip where the senseless attack took place.Mendel, along with her and Corgan’s children, planned to attend the Fourth of July parade the attack took place, but they were delayed by a later flight.
Seven people were killed after a gunman opened fire using a “high-powered” rifle. More than 40 people, ranging in age from 8 to 85, were injured in the shooting.
A grand jury indicted the accused gunman on 117 felony charges earlier on Wednesday.While the crowd was intimate, the show was streamed for free on the Smashing Pumpkins YouTube page.Corgan raised $57,878 as of early Thursday morning. He performed Smashing Pumpkins’ hits “1979” and his own single “Aeronaut.”Jane’s Addiction frontman Perry Farrell joined Corgan on stage in a surprise appearance for the final song of the evening, “Jane Says.”Viewers were encouraged to donate to the Highland Park Community Foundation.“The incident on July 4 demonstrated the absolute worst in human nature,” said Highland Park Police Chief Lou Jogmen in a
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Sofia Carson Discusses A Potential ‘Purple Hearts’ Sequel
Sofia Carson is sharing a positive update for fans who loved her new Netflix movie, “Purple Hearts”.
Sofia Carson Dishes On If 'Purple Hearts' Will Have A Sequel
Sofia Carson is weighing in on a possible sequel to her new Netflix movie, Purple Hearts.
Sofia Carson Defends Her Film ‘Purple Hearts’ Amid Viewer Criticism Over Problematic Themes
Silencing the critics. Despite viewer backlash to several allegedly problematic themes in Purple Hearts, star Sofia Carson is proud of the project.
Sofia Carson Reveals How She Helped Pick Nicholas Galitzine to Play Luke in 'Purple Hearts'
Sofia Carson was involved with the movie Purple Hearts from the very beginning and she’s opening up about finding the right actor to play the role of Luke.
‘Purple Hearts’ Producers Sofia Carson and Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum on the Possibility of a Sequel and How They Found the Perfect Male Lead
Emily Longeretta For the first time in her career, Sofia Carson got to be part of a film from the moment pre-production began until the very end — and then some. In fact, five years ago when director-producer Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum met Carson on “Pretty Little Liars: Perfectionists,” the two clicked immediately. Rosenbaum asked one of her producer friends to keep an eye out for a script the two could do together.
Sofia Carson Defends Her Netflix Movie ‘Purple Hearts’ Amid Backlash
Sofia Carson is speaking out about the backlash facing her popular new Netflix movie, “Purple Hearts.”
Sofia Carson presents scholarship during the Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation event
Sofia Carson attended the Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation event to present a scholarship given out in her name. The 29-year-old Latina actress wore a blue lace mini dress paired with black platform heels, black earrings, and her signature side sleek ponytail.After posing on the red carpet, the Colombian-American star met with the Sofia Carson Prodigy Scholarship recipient Valentina García.
Sofia Carson Defends Her Netflix Movie 'Purple Hearts' From Backlash
Sofia Carson is speaking out about some of the backlash to her new Netflix movie, Purple Hearts.
‘Purple Hearts’ Star Sofia Carson and Director Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum Defend Netflix Film After Backlash: ‘Our Intentions Are Very Pure’
Emily Longeretta The numbers don’t lie. Currently in its second week, Netflix’s “Purple Hearts” has been watched for more than 100 million hours. The drama, starring Sofia Carson and Nicholas Galitzine, follows a liberal musician who agrees to marry a Marine in order to get health insurance.While the movie has become a huge hit on the streaming giant, it has also faced criticism about misogynistic and racist themes; during one scene, a Marine makes a toast and says, “This one is to life, love and hunting down some goddamn Arabs, baby!” While Carson’s Cassie calls him out before storming off, Galitzine’s Luke brushes it off and it’s soon forgotten, as are his more conservative views she was once unhappy about.Although director Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum has focused on the positive reactions to the film, she has seen the criticism.
Katie Price 'in trouble' with ex as 'alarm bells' ring over video of daughter Bunny
Katie Price has reportedly found herself in hot water with her ex husband Kieran Hayler over a video she shared of their daughter Bunny online. A representative for Kieran reportedly said "alarm bells" rang when he watched the video, which has since been deleted by the former glamour model. The three-minute video showed eight-year-old Bunny eating a lollipop.
Katie Price vows to make wedding number four 'different' as she looks at venues in Italy and Spain
Katie Price has vowed to make sure her fourth wedding is "different" as she plans to marry fiancé Carl Woods in an intimate ceremony abroad later this year.The 44 year old – who has already been married to Peter Andre, Alex Reid and Kieran Hayler – has been plotting to marry car dealer Carl, 33, for many months after he popped the question in April 2021. And after setting fresh split claims straight, a source tells OK! the pair have "already started looking at wedding venues in Italy and Spain".They continued: "Katie wants to have a small ceremony abroad.
Watch Porno For Pyros and Billy Corgan cover Led Zeppelin’s ‘When The Levee Breaks’ at Lollapalooza
Perry Farrell‘s Porno For Pyros and Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan joined forces for a cover of Led Zeppelin’s ‘When The Levee Breaks’ at Lollapalooza.Farrell’s band stepped in for Jane’s Addiction, after the latter band cancelled at the last minute due to guitarist Dave Navarro’s ongoing battle with COVID.“I love y’all, Chicago, we love coming every year. [We love to] party with you all.
Kenny Chesney 'devastated' after fan dies at concert: 'Life is precious'
Kenny Chesney was "devastated" after learning that a fan had died while attending one of his Colorado concerts. Chesney, 54, performed at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver on Saturday. A woman died following the performance after she fell from an escalator railing, according to multiple reports.
Dave Grohl to play solo set at Joe Walsh’s veteran benefit concert
Dave Grohl will play a solo set at Joe Walsh’s veteran benefit show ‘VetsAid’ later this year.The Foo Fighters frontman is billed as a “special guest” at the event, which is due to take place at the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio on November 13. He’s joined on the line-up by Nine Inch Nails, The Black Keys and The Breeders.Walsh’s band James Gang – completed by drummer Jim Fox and bassist Dale Peters – will headline the show, performing together for the first time in over 15 years.
Sofia Carson Reveals the First Piece of Advice She Gives Young Actors (Exclusive)
Sofia Carson has some sage advice for young actors. ET's Denny Directo spoke to the 29-year-old actress on the latest episode of , and she revealed the best advice she has for up-and-comers in the business.«Whenever I do see younger actors, the first thing I say is, 'Keep your mom close,' because there's nothing like having family in this business,» she said. "… I've been so lucky that [my mom and I are] on this journey together.
JLo Performs At UNICEF Concert For Ukraine, First Stage Appearance Since Marrying Ben Affleck
Jennifer Lopez took to the stage on Saturday night to perform at the LuisaViaRoma for UNICEF charity gala in Capri, Italy, marking her first performance since her surprise wedding with Ben Affleck two weeks ago.