A chaotic year calls for a chaotic response, and who better to deliver than the Simpsons.
27.05.2020 - 21:57 / deadline.com
By Mike Fleming Jr
Co-Editor-in-Chief, Film
It has been a terrible years for graduating classes all over the country. To pick up the spirits of grads everywhere, here is a speech that director John Waters gives today in virtual fashion to the graduating class of the School of Visual Arts. The irreverent Baltimore-based director of films from Hairspray to Pink Flamingos, Polyester and Serial Mom seemed to be determined to motivate and energize a class of grads heading into the most precarious
A chaotic year calls for a chaotic response, and who better to deliver than the Simpsons.
Schitt’s Creek teamed up for a virtual graduation performance with a very special guest: Mariah Carey.Nearly two hours into YouTube Originals’ Dear Class of 2020 commencement, the main cast — Eugene Levy (Johnny), Catherine O’Hara (Moira), Dan Levy (David) and Annie Murphy (Alexis) — reunited as the fictional Rose family during a Zoom call.
After delivering an impassioned speech during a Black Lives Matter protest in London earlier this week,one of many major anti-racism demonstrations that have taken place around the world following the death of George Floyd on May 25, John Boyega is speaking out for the first time to thank everyone for their "love and support." "I want to thank you all for the love and support you have shared over the last few days, although nothing I have done is for praise, or is truly even enough, in the grand
After being rescheduled by a day to pay their respects to George Floyd and Black Lives Matter, Dear Class of 2020 came rushing through and helped students have an epic graduation ceremony, even though it was virtually. And, to say that it was star-studded would be a huge understatement.
Taylor Swift shared a comforting message for the Class of 2020.
Despite coronavirus cancelling the plans of graduates across the world, celebrities and public figures joined together on Sunday, June 7, for YouTube Original's 'Dear Class of 2020' special. The prerecorded event featured speeches by the performers like BTS, Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Alicia Keys, Taylor Swift, and more.
Beyoncéis encouraging young high school and college graduates to continue to advocate for underrepresented communities, to continue to do the work to achieve a better tomorrow and to "keep investing and keep betting on yourself." As the Class of 2020 virtual celebrations continue due to the ongoing coronavirus crisis, the 38-year-old is stepping up and empowering the future generations through her speech during YouTube's "Dear Class of 2020" livestream on Sunday, June 7. "Thank you President
Billy Porter had some powerful words for graduates during YouTube’s virtual “Dear Class of 2020" commencement celebration on Sunday (June 7).
During a message to new graduates during YouTube Originals’ “Dear Class of 2020” live stream on Sunday (June 7), Demi Lovato confirmed that all the students watching were currently at a crossroads. “It’s nerve-wracking and anxiety-inducing, right?” she asked. But when Lovato hammered home on the common theme of her speech: perseverance.
Leave it to Queen Bey to steal the spotlight during a star-studded virtual commencement ceremony: Beyonce delivered a stirring, extended speech during YouTube Originals’ “Dear Class of 2020” live stream on Sunday (June 7), touching upon recent protests, sharing her secret to success and generally providing the class of 2020 with a beautifully rendered image of motivation.“Dear graduates: Please remember to take a little bit of time to give thanks to your family members and the community who’s
Barack and Michelle Obama took part in YouTube's Class of 2020 broadcast.The virtual graduation ceremony featured a plethora of celebs delivering commencement speeches to this year's graduates.The coronavirus pandemic has impacted upon so many aspects of everyday life, and that includes graduation ceremonies.
Star Wars actor attracted attention for his impassioned speech at a London rally for racial justice on Wednesday (June 3).“I want to thank you all for the love and support you have shared over the last few days, although nothing I have done is for praise, or is truly even enough, in the grand scheme of things,” Boyega wrote on Instagram in his first post since the speech.“This is an intense time for our community, and the most important thing is for us to maintain momentum and not lose sight of
Star Wars actor John Boyega was so inspired by the worldwide protests in support of the Black Lives Matter movement over the past week that he joined one in London to make sure his voice was heard.
Michelle Keegan, Holly Willoughby, Mrs Hinch and a whole host of other British celebrities have joined the social media blackout to show solidarity with anti-racism protests.The stars took to their Instagram pages to post a black square on their feeds to support the Black Lives Matter protests that are happening across the globe following the brutal death of American man George Floyd at the hands of the police.
Conan O’Brien delivered a virtual commencement speech to the 2020 graduating class of his alma mater, Harvard University, and it’s as hilarious as his fans would expect.
By Bruce Haring
© Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP Beyonce poses for photographers upon arrival at the 'Lion King' European premiere in central London, Sunday, July 14, 2019. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP) YouTube has added superstars Janelle Monae and Beyonce to its growing list of speakers for its virtual "Dear Class of 2020" commencement address.
Through their latest docuseries, Break The Silence, BTS are revealing their innermost thoughts regarding the fame and fortune that has enveloped them over the past few years. Given that they are now global superstars, there are pros and cons to stardom and the septet is not shying away from talking about the struggles that come with their popularity.