We’ve heard about a lot of concert mishaps lately, but not usually because of the stars themselves!
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was arrested in February 2022 at a Moscow airport while traveling to Russia to play for a professional team there during the WNBA offseason. A cannabis vape cartridge was allegedly found in her luggage.
The WNBA All-Star pleaded guilty to drug possession charges in July 2022 and was sentenced to nine years in a forced labor camp in Mordovia. At one point, former basketball star Dennis Rodman threw his hat in the ring to go to Russia on an unsanctioned diplomatic mission – but he backed down.
She was released after being held for nearly 10 months on Dec. 8, 2022, as part of a prisoner swap with Russia, in exchange for handing over international arms dealer Viktor Bout, known as the “Merchant of Death.”After Griner’s release, her wife shared an emotional message thanking the many supporters who advocated for the Olympic gold medalist’s release in an Instagram post.“Yesterday my heart was made whole thanks to the collective efforts of MANY! I’m humbled by their hearts,” Cherelle wrote.“To care for another, a stranger to some, a friend to some — is humanity in its purest form,” Cherelle said.
“As BG and I start our journey to heal our minds, bodies, and spirits — I wanted to personally say thank you to some of the hands; seen and unseen, that helped make it possible for me to see my wife again!” “I’m proud to partner with ESPN and Disney to share this very personal story,” Brittney’s statement announcing the upcoming projects continued. “Because of its incredible potential to inspire hope around the world and their proven ability to do just that.”
.We’ve heard about a lot of concert mishaps lately, but not usually because of the stars themselves!
David Lynch had some hesitations about acting in Steven Spielberg‘s The Fabelmans. However, once he took on the role of John Ford, he had one simple request — a bag of Cheetos.
Sometimes you read a quote and think that it can’t possibly be real. You check the source, make sure it’s not The Onion, and if you’re lucky, then you’ve found something so amazing, you just have to share it with the world.
Zack Sharf Digital News Director Charlie Hunnam revealed to Entertainment Tonight while promoting his new film “Rebel Moon” that he was heavily considered to play Anakin Skywalker in George Lucas’ “Star Wars” prequel trilogy. While child actor Jake Lloyd played Anakin in 1999’s “The Phantom Menace,” a time jump for 2002’s “Attack of the Clones” and 2005’s “Revenge of the Sith” required Lucas to cast an older actor as Anakin. Hayden Christiansen won the part, but Hunnam said he also met Lucas in person to discuss the role.
Zack Sharf Digital News Director Comedian Kate Micucci has announced she is cancer free after undergoing a successful surgery for lung cancer. The actor, best known for roles on television series such as “The Big Bang Theory” and in films like “The Little Hours,” shocked fans earlier this month when she revealed she had lung cancer despite not having a history with smoking. “Hey everyone! I just wanted to thank you all so much for the good wishes and all the love that I have received this past week,” Micucci said in a health update published on her TikTok profile.
While Francis Coppola plans to set cinema alight in 2024 with his final epic Megalopolis, the Oscar-winner will begin the year with a revisit of one his most misunderstood efforts, One From The Heart. That’s the 1981 picture that Coppola threw himself into so hard, creatively and financially, that his American Zoetrope had to declare bankruptcy when it failed to draw audiences. It took Coppola years to build back his fortune with film hits and a win empire, to the current situation where he was able to self finance the $100 million+ Megalopolis.
When it comes to hair colour trends, 2023 has been all about the red-tinged hues, with cowboy copper, cinnamon cookie and apple cider all making their way onto our styling mood boards over the last 12 months. However there’s one crimson shade that’s been slowly creeping into our peripheral vision, and its a much more subtle way of getting a red haired hue without quite so much commitment.
Kevin Costner and Jewel are going strong in their relationship. The singer and the actor were recently spotted spending a romantic moment in the Caribbean, and while their romance is fairly new, the pair have been getting along for a while, according to their friends.KEVIN COSTNER AND JEWEL’S ROMANTIC MOMENT IN THE CARIBBEANCHRIS PRATT SHARES RARE PHOTO OF DAUGHTERS LYLA AND ELOISE WITH WIFE KATHERINE SCHWARZENEGGERCAMILA CABELLO AND DRAKE SPARK DATING RUMORS AFTER TURKS AND CAICOS RENDEZVOUSA close source to the couple revealed to Us Weekly that they are perfect for each other and continue to get along as their relationship moves forward.
Variety. The value of the deal is not yet known.“Brittney is an exceptional athlete whose hardship and resilience are nothing short of extraordinary,” Burke Magnus, the president of content at ESPN, said in a statement.
Filmmaker Stephan Komandarev, whose credits include two previous Bulgarian Oscar entries including the shortlisted The World is Big and Salvation Lurks Around the Corner, wrapped a movie trilogy about the social ills of post-communist society with Blaga’s Lessons, about the harrowing journey of a retired teacher through the dangerous world of phone scams.
Skull & Bones has received yet another release date at The Game Awards 2023. It’s the game’s sixth planned launch following a series of delays.Skull & Bones is set to release on February 16 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
A year after WNBA star Brittney Griner was released from a Russian prison, she has signed a sweeping deal with Disney.
Brian Steinberg Senior TV Editor Disney wants to get into the Brittney Griner business. The inspirational WNBA All-Star, who was arrested and held in Russia in 2022 and sentenced to nine years in prison, will give Disney the exclusive rights to share her story via a documentary feature from ESPN Films, the development of a scripted series through ABC Signature and an exclusive interview with ABC News anchor Robin Roberts.
controversy surrounding “Yellowstone” as of late. The series is one of the most popular on television. This means that fans have a lot of opinions about the characters, storylines, and more.
Kate Middleton and Prince William have arrived at Buckingham Palace's annual reception to highlight the UK's diplomatic relations and the role of the monarchy within it, as they put on a united front after the ongoing "race row" as a result of Omid Scobie's Endgame book. The Prince and Princess of Wales, both 41, looked spectacularly regal as they posed side by side in photos for the event, which came days after they appeared at the Royal Variety Show at the Royal Albert Hall, with mum-of-three Kate donning a stunning blush pink Jenny Packham gown.
Rudie Obias editor If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. With the holidays quickly coming up upon us, students from across the country will be going back home for winter break. However, since the price of flights being outrageously high and maddening these days, Amazon has joined forces with StudentUniverse to give students some financial relief on flights home.
Rudie Obias editor If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Smart home devices aren’t just “smart” because they can connect to the internet. In fact, some smart home devices are designed to help you save money in the long run too.
Robert Downey Jr.‘s closest friends and collaborators are speaking out about his life and legacy.
When it comes to party season, you’re going to want makeup that has a little bit of sticking power. Rather than spending all night in the bathroom reapplying your lippy after every drink or snack, you want something you can swipe on in the morning and have it still looking perfect by the end of the night, which is exactly where Wonderstain comes in.
The Pogues fans have been rallying to get their track ‘Fairytale Of New York’ to the Christmas Number One after the death of frontman Shane MacGowan.MacGowan’s death was confirmed today (November 30) in a joint statement by his wife, Victoria Mary Clarke, as well as his sister Siobhan and father Maurice.“It is with the deepest sorrow and heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of Shane MacGowan. Shane died peacefully at 3am this morning (30 November, 2023) with his wife Victoria and family by his side. Prayers and the last rites were read which gave comfort to his family,” read the statement.