signed into effect by Republican Gov. Bill Lee last year, a building that has multi-user restrooms and allows people to use facilities matching their gender identity must post an 8-inch by 6-inch sign outside each restroom reading: “This facility maintains a policy of allowing the use of restrooms by either biological sex, regardless of the designation on the restroom.”Violators of the law who refuse to post a sign matching the exact specifications of the law — including things like background and text color, font size, and wording — could face a maximum fine of $500 or a misdemeanor charge that could result in them serving up to six months in jail.Shortly after the law’s passage, Davidson County District Attorney Glenn Funk, who represents Nashville and its surrounding environs, announced that his office would not enforce the law by prosecuting business owners who don’t comply.A month after the law’s passage, the American Civil Liberties Union and its Tennessee chapter filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of Robert Bernstein, the owner of Fido, a Nashville-based restaurant, alleging that the law — dubbed the “Business Bathroom Bill” by opponents — is unconstitutional because it violates’ business owners First Amendment rights by forcing them to engage in compelled speech.In July 2021, with the help of GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders and the National Center for Lesbian Rights, Curb Records and the Mike Curb Foundation filed a second lawsuit challenging the law, which is currently pending.
Cheslie Kryst's Stepdad Addresses Speculation About Her Law Career Before Her Death (Exclusive)
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Cheslie Kryst's death. In an exclusive clip from an upcoming episode of , David shut down speculation about his stepdaughter's law career that swirled after she died by suicide in January.«We didn't want to have an interview that was a soundbite,» David said of himself and April, Cheslie's mom.
«There's been speculation about what happened and we've had to see things posted that's not true.»«She was an attorney for a while,» he continued of Cheslie, a former Miss USA who was serving as a correspondent at at the time of her death.«There was some speculation that we were trying to push her back into law,» David said. «Even up until a few weeks before she passed, I was texting her, saying, 'Here's how many hours I've billed this month,' and [saying] how happy I was for her that she would never have to do that again.»In fact, David said, «I was always saying, 'You're having more impact in your current role than you would going back to law.'»So, when David saw the chatter about Cheslie's law career, he thought of the individuals sparking those rumors, saying, «You people don't really know.»After Cheslie's January death in New York City, April mourned her 30-year-old daughter in a statement to ET.«I have never known a pain as deep as this.
I am forever changed. Today, what our family and friends privately knew was the cause of death of my sweet baby girl, Cheslie, was officially confirmed,» the statement read. «While it may be hard to believe, it’s true.
Cheslie led both a public and a private life. In her private life, she was dealing with high-functioning depression which she hid from everyone — including me, her closest confidant — until very shortly before her death.»«While her life on this earth was short, it was filled
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Cairo-Based MAD Solutions Takes Stake in New York’s D-Street Releasing
Nick Vivarelli International CorrespondentCairo-based film marketing and distribution outfit MAD Solutions has taken an equity ownership stake in New York’s revived arthouse distributor D Street Releasing.The partnership will extend the reach of MAD Solutions’ theatrical distribution operations, giving it an inroad into the U.S. arthouse sector where so far Arab cinema has been largely reliant on festival exposure.MAD Solutions, which is a top distributor of specialty Arab cinema across the West Asia region, now plans to release between five and seven standout titles from Saudi Arabia, Egypt and other Arabic-speaking countries to North American audiences.D Street Releasing, which has been largely dormant in recent years, is a division of D Street Media Group, the New York-based production, distribution and music publishing company with affiliate operations in the U.S., Germany, Ecuador, Argentina and South Africa.
‘The Crow’ Reboot With Bill Skarsgård & FKA Twigs Heads To Market With FilmNation — Cannes Hot Package
EXCLUSIVE: The anticipated reboot of cult classic The Crow is heading to the Cannes market with FilmNation Entertainment where it will be among the hot packages.
Simu Liu Receives IMDb’s STARmeter Award And Celebrates Asian Heritage Month
On Tuesday, “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” actor Simu Liu was presented with IMDb’s “Fan Favourite” STARmeter Award.
‘Squid Game’ guards patrol London before BAFTA TV Awards
Netflix’s hit K-drama Squid Game made surprise appearances at locations around London today, ahead of the BAFTA TV Awards.The show, which premiered on the streaming platform last year, was nominated for two categories at tonight’s (May 8) ceremony – International and Virgin Media’s Must-See Moment for its “red light, green light” game.Before the event kicked off, the ominous, red-clad figures surprised fans across London, popping up at landmarks including Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus. The three costumed guards posed for selfies and recreated The Beatles’ iconic album cover at Abbey Road.Other locations visited by the anonymous guards included Embankment Bridge, Southbank and the Royal Festival Hall.
Family of former Miss USA Cheslie Kryst raises awareness of high-functioning depression after tragic death: Wh
She competed as a Division 1 athlete, fought for social justice, earned two Emmy nominations for her work as an "Extra" correspondent, and made history as the oldest woman to ever win the Miss USA pageant. So why did Cheslie Kryst commit suicide at age 30? Former 2019 Miss USA Cheslie Kryst committed suicide Jan.
'Never Have I Ever' Season 3 Premiere Date Revealed: See First Photos
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, will drop its 10-episode third season on Friday, Aug. 12, the streaming service announced Sunday as part Netflix Is a Joke.
Jada Pinkett Smith breaks down in tears talking to the mother of late ex-Miss USA Cheslie Kryst
Jada Pinkett Smith had a hard time introducing the latest guest to her talk show, Red Table Talk, the mother of ex-Miss USA Cheslie Kryst, who died by suicide in January this year. Before Cheslie’s mother April Simpkins joined Pinkett Smith, her daughter Willow Smith and mother Adrienne Banfield-Norris, the trio watched a montage about the pageant winner’s life and career.
Cheslie Kryst’s Mother Shares Her Daughter’s Heartbreaking Final Message On Red Table Talk
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Cheslie Kryst’s Mother Reflects On Her Daughter’s Struggle With Depression And Shares Her Last Words
Cheslie Kryst’s mother, April Simpkins, is opening up about her daughter’s longtime battle with depression and death on Jan. 30. In the latest episode of “Red Table Talk“, April and her husband, David, sat down for their first interview after their daughter’s death, discussing her final words and the legacy she’s left behind.
Cheslie Kryst’s mother recalls Miss USA 2019’s battle with depression before her tragic death at 30
Cheslie Kryst’s mother is opening up about the struggles the star endured leading up to her death. The 2019 winner of the Miss USA pageant and "Extra" correspondent passed away in January of this year at age 30. Police said Kryst jumped from a New York City apartment building and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Cheslie Kryst's Mother Reflects on Her Daughter's Struggle With Depression and Shares Her Last Words
Cheslie Kryst's mother, April Simpkins, is opening up about her daughter's longtime battle with depression and death on Jan. 30. In the latest episode of , April and her husband, David, sat down for their first interview after their daughter's death, discussing her final words and the legacy she's left behind.Cheslie was born in Jackson, Michigan, and graduated with honors from the University of South Carolina.
Blake Lively Transforms Her Met Gala 2022 Dress, Poses With Husband Ryan Reynolds Before Cohosting Gig
The couple that cohosts together, stays together. Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds were all smiles at the 2022 Met Gala before turning on the charm as the event’s co-chairs.
The striking 'last ever' photo of Ian Curtis taken just days before his death
An original passport picture of Joy Division frontman Ian Curtis is thought to have been the last picture taken before his death.
Anna Wintour, Naomi Campbell, & More Celebrate Andre Leon Talley's Life at Memorial Service Before Met Gala 2022
Lots of stars from the fashion world are honoring the life of Andre Leon Talley ahead of the 2022 Met Gala.
‘American Idol’ Laine Hardy linked to two women before arrest for ‘spying’ on ex
being charged with planting a listening device in his ex-girlfriend’s living quarters at Louisiana State University.The country crooner, 21, was taken into custody after his former flame found the voice recorder at her campus accommodation this month. The female student is not named in the booking document released Friday by the 19th Judicial District Court in East Baton Rouge — but the report does state that she dated Hardy between November 2021 and February 2022. The “Memorize You” singer has been notoriously private about his personal life and did not debut a girlfriend during those dates.The singing sensation has kept tight-lipped about his dating life since winning “American Idol” back in 2019.