Not here for it. Francia Raisa raised eyebrows when she refused to answer any questions about her friendship with Selena Gomez amid feud rumors.
13.04.2023 - 06:07 / nme.com
IVE, has spoken out about her temporary hiatus.Earlier this week, Rei’s agency Starship Entertainment announced that the singer would be taking a temporary hiatus in order to “focus on her heath”. The sudden news came less than a day after IVE released their debut studio album ‘I’ve IVE’.Today (April 13), Rei released a handwritten letter to address the situation, per South Korean news publication OSEN.
“Right now, I’m pausing for a moment to take good care of myself,” she wrote, as translated by Soompi.“After becoming a member of IVE, I diligently raced forward hand in hand with the five best members ever, […] I’m slowly making efforts so that this time doesn’t become meaningless,” she added.“As this is our first full-length album, all of the members worked really, really hard together on preparing for it. All of my IVE members are really cool and admirable, and I hope that they can receive love from people across the entire world,” she said.Rei ended off by saying that she misses the group’s fanbase, also known as DIVE, and that she wishes love for everyone while she’s on hiatus.
“I hope that all the people I love will be happy,” she added.IVE’s new studio album ‘I’ve IVE’ features the singles ‘I AM’ and ‘Kitsch’. Last year, IVE released two singles – ‘After Like’ and ‘Love Dive’ – both of which were featured on NME’s list of the best K-pop songs of 2022.Meanwhile, IVE recently signed a record deal with Columbia Records to expand the girl group’s presence in the North American market.
Not here for it. Francia Raisa raised eyebrows when she refused to answer any questions about her friendship with Selena Gomez amid feud rumors.
Jem Aswad Senior Music Editor Celebrating the 10 th anniversary of her hit “Brave,” Sara Bareilles has announced the “Brave Gowns Collection,” a series of garments for children’s hospitals in partnership with the California-based company of the same name, started by Summer Germann, who lost her own younger brother to cancer. The collection includes a line of colorful hospital gowns for children intended to provide an alternative to traditional patient wardrobe. Dupporters can gift these gowns to children in hospitals across the United States or contribute a donation of any amount. Head here for more information. Bareilles said, “Over the years, I have seen healthcare communities adopt ‘Brave’ as an anthem — weaving my song into all kinds of stories of patients and their families as they face different challenges and continue to meet each moment with resilience and grace. I am so inspired by the very difficult work being done on the front lines by our health care facilitators and hospital staff and especially by the young patients in hospitals all over the country showing up every single day, even when it’s hard, with bravery and strength. This collection is meant to remind them all HOW BIG THEIR BRAVE IS and how much we love them!”
Donald Sutherland has been cast in a key recurring role in Taylor Sheridan’s Lawmen: Bass Reeves (fka Bass Reeves), exec produced by and starring David Oyelowo.
James Corden may be closer to Prince Harry than many people would expect, as he got a text message from the Duke of Sussex during a recent interview and refused to weigh in on the ongoing Royal dramas as he didn't think it fair.
Joel Kinnaman (For All Mankind) is attached to star in They Found Us, an alien abduction thriller to be directed for AGC Studios and Temple Hill by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Neill Blomkamp (District 9), which will head into production in Australia later this year.
She’s back — and as stylish as ever! Blake Lively made a triumphant return to the red carpet after welcoming her fourth child with husband Ryan Reynolds.
Tricks of the trade. Kelly Clarkson offered some meaningful advice about not letting emotions affect a performance.
Meghan Markle's decision to not attend the King's Coronation was part of a "brilliant" strategy, according to a royal expert.There had been mounting speculation for months as to whether the Sussexes would attend the historic event on 6 May, until they finally announced their decision. It was revealed by Buckingham Palace that Prince Harry would attend the Coronation of his father, King Charles, alone, whilst Meghan stayed back at home in the US with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Len Goodman left Bruno Tonioli in tears when he made the emotional decision to quit Dancing with the Stars. Last November, the former Strictly Come Dancing judge announced on Dancing With The Stars that he would be hanging up his scoring paddle for the last time at the end of that series.
Tommy Fury has shared a heartfelt message as he headed on his first holiday as a family with partner Molly-Mae Hague and their baby daughter Bambi. Giving his verdict on fatherhood after welcoming adorable Bambi on January 23, Tommy posted sweet words on his Instagram with a photo of himself holding his daughter on the flight to Dubai.
Caitlyn Jenner said she is “heartbroken” after the death of her mother at the age of 96. The former Olympian turned reality TV personality announced that Esther Jenner died on Thursday morning a “few weeks shy” of her birthday. In an Instagram post which featured an image of her mother with birthday balloons, Caitlyn wrote: “I am heartbroken to announce my mom passed away yesterday morning, peacefully.
Marta Balaga Stormy Daniels becomes a dating show host in Canada’s “For the Love of DILFs,” combining two groups of “internet’s favorite gay archetypes: Himbos and daddies.” Produced by Daddy TV, it premiered in January. “I was brought here by Doctor DILF, a mysterious gay relationship expert, to help these singles find the man of their dreams. I know it sounds kind of weird but hey, the check cleared. And I love a good check, so here I am,” she said in the trailer presented at MipTV’s Fresh TV Formats, hosted by The Wit. According to The Wit CEO Virginia Mouseler, moderating the showcase, “The Traitors” and “FBoy Island” are the true trendsetting formats of the season.
Prince Harry has been confirmed to be attending his father King Charles III's Coronation next month. The Duke of Sussex, 38, will attend the King’s Coronation but the Duchess of Sussex, 41, will remain in California with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, Buckingham Palace has announced.
Joe Jonas has visited a Wetherspoons pub, which he did not appear to enjoy, saying he “likes other places”.The American singer-songwriter and his siblings Nick and Kevin form the band Jonas Brothers, who are in the UK promoting their upcoming sixth record The Album. In a clip released by Heart Radio on Wednesday, he spoke about their new single, Waffle House, named after the American restaurant.The 33 year old singer said the trio used to stop at the chain during US tours, and compared it to Wetherspoons in the UK.
Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), the chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, led a delegation of lawmakers last week for meetings in Hollywood and Silicon Valley, with an eye toward gathering information on how the two California-centric industries interact with Beijing.
John Mayer made a shocking confession about one of his songs — on the same weekend Taylor Swift‘s breakup news went public. Hmm…
McKinley Franklin author David Finfer, the Academy Award-nominated film editor of “The Fugitive,” died on Monday following complications that resulted from a heart attack. He was 80. Finfer was nominated for the Oscar as well as the American Cinema Editors and BAFTA awards for editing the 1993 film “The Fugitive,” which starred Harrison Ford. He worked with Albert Brooks on several movies including “Real Life,” “”Lost in America,” “Modern Romance” and “Defending Your Life.” Finfer’s career as a film editor took off with his first feature credit on “Ya Gotta Walk it like You Talk it or You’ll Lose that Beat.” He continued to work on a number of comedy and teen/family movies including “Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey,” “Romy and Michelle’s High School Reunion,” “Snow Day,” “Waiting…” and “The Tooth Fairy.”
Walt Disney Co. CEO Bob Iger and other industry executives are meeting privately this week with members of Congress to discuss how to respond to China’s strong-arm tactics to stifle and censor filmmakers.Several members of the House Select Committee On the Chinese Communist Party attended two meetings with filmmaker groups Wednesday, and plan to meet Friday with Apple Inc.
Kevin Costner’s neo-Western drama Yellowstone has quietly become one of the world’s most popular shows.Created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson, the series follows the Dutton family, owners of the Yellowstone Dutton ranch, and the conflicts they face from groups along their shared borders – including an Indian reservation, a cattle ranch and land developers.Alongside Costner as John Dutton III, the show’s cast includes Luke Grimes, Kelly Reilly, Wes Bentley, Cole Hauser, Kelsey Asbille, Jefferson White and Danny Huston.At the time of writing, the show has broadcast 47 episodes in total. Yellowstone is currently in its fifth season which has been split into two parts, with the remaining six episodes set to air later in 2023.Yellowstone’s first season consists of nine episodes, while seasons two, three and four all have ten.
Khloé Kardashian has been keeping the name of her baby son quiet, but she’s now revealed it starts with a “T” — just like her daughter, True, and her babies’ father, Tristan Thompson.