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Gene Maddaus Senior Media Writer The National Association of Television Program Executives (NATPE), which holds trade shows for the TV industry, announced on Monday that it will file for bankruptcy. The organization said the pandemic had forced it to cancel its flagship events, leading to a drop in revenues and requiring it to draw on reserves. A bankruptcy filing was expected as soon as Tuesday. NATPE said it will restructure under Chapter 11, and that it still plans to hold its annual conference on Jan. 17-19, 2023, in the Bahamas. “NATPE is looking at all possible options to restructure, including raising funds through strategic alliances, and continue to operate NATPE as a more streamlined and reorganized operation,” the group said in a statement. “For almost 60 years, NATPE has been the leading global professional association for content producers, distributors, developers, streamers and buyers across all distribution platforms. NATPE is optimistic that it will emerge from the reorganization process in the same position.”

NATPE traditionally holds its flagship conference event in Miami in January, with producers, station owners, syndicators and other major executives in the TV industry attending. But over the past two years, the world has seen a spike in COVID-19 cases in January thanks to new variants of the virus that increase transmission, forcing NATPE to cancel those events.

Kelly Ripa bared her soul with her debut as a writer, as the newly released Live Wire shares all kinds of stories from her life, upsetting or hilarious.MORE: Kelly Ripa's husband Mark Consuelos shares intimate birthday tribute - see photosThe TV star detailed one incident that verged on both sentiments as she described encounters during family vacations that left her rather flustered.VIDEO: Kelly Ripa's son Joaquin shares glimpse into lavish family vacationWhile gushing about her home state of New Jersey, she marveled at the uncanny ability for people from Jersey to find her during international holidays."I've met people from New Jersey in Italy, France, Greece, Canada, Bahamas, Croatia, Corsica, UK, Nevis, Turks and Caicos, Mexico, and, of course, Florida, the New Jersey of the actual South," she wrote.She explained that the pattern of the encounters usually featured a group of people loudly calling out to her while in a relatively quiet place, like the Sistine Chapel, as she'd urge them to quiet down.MORE: David Muir's birthday tribute to close friend Kelly Ripa is too cute to missKelly even quipped that she'd learned how to apologize in four languages "including English, for this very reason."The Live with Kelly and Ryan star then shared another incident from a vacation to Nice, France in 2011 with her husband and kids, just after Hurricane Irene made landfall in New York and Jersey.

NATPE, which has convened annual gatherings of producers, syndicators, station owners and other TV stakeholders for decades, has filed for bankruptcy.

Shania Twain has many hit songs under her belt but last April she was feeling particularly reflective about her 1993 song What Made You Say That.SEE: Shania Twain looks unrecognizable with big curly hair in throwback prom photoThe 57-year-old took to Instagram where she opened up about the track which was her first music video directed by the late Steven Goldmann. Steven is known for directing other hit music videos like Bruce Springsteen's Born In the U.S.A and LeAnn Rimes' This Love.WATCH: Shania Twain films inside her epic Bahamas propertyShania also shared a clip from the music video, and the star looks like she has barely aged a day since! Reflecting on the difficulties of the music video, she revealed: "I remember I had a really small budget for my wardrobe, everything you see in the video was from a local department store and customised by me to keep costs down!"SEE: Shania Twain steals the show in elaborate gown with thigh-split at ACM HonorsMORE: Shania Twain's secret to her incredible figure revealedThe star still looked incredible, as she danced around in a flirty white dress, and a small black top with long sleeves, paired with some beautiful black leggings.Fans were shocked by how the star appeared to be ageless, with one writing: "You're still the sexiest woman ever," and a second added: "Beautiful then, beautiful now."A post shared by Shania Twain (@shaniatwain)Shania's fans were blown away by her ageless appearanceA third echoed the sentiment, as they said: "Hot back then, and even today!"The star was also complimented on her hard work for the video.

A judge in Spain has approved a request for Shakira to stand trial for tax evasion in the country, after she refused to settle claims that she has failed to pay 14.5 million euros to the Spanish government.Prosecutors said that they planned to take the singer to court last month, after settlement negotiations failed, adding that they are pushing for an eight year prison sentence if she is convicted.The dispute relates to a disagreement over where Shakira was primarily based between 2012 and 2014. The Colombian pop star, who is married to Barcelona football player Gerard Piqué – although they separated earlier this year – became a full resident, and therefore tax payer, of Spain in 2015.However, Spanish authorities believe that she was also a resident of the country between 2012 and 2014 – despite actually registering her residence in the Bahamas – and therefore should have been paying tax on her worldwide earnings in the country during this time too.Anyone who spends more than six months of a year in Spain is considered liable for tax in the country.

A sticky situation. Shakira is caught in the middle of a heated battle with Spanish authorities over the allegation that she failed to pay nearly $14 million in taxes.

Shakira might need to face a judge in Spain. The Colombian global sensation will have a trial where she needs to clear her name after being charged with tax fraud.

Shakira is going to have her day in court.

The trial against Shakira is set to go forward.

On what would have been her 74th birthday, Olivia Newton-John was celebrated by those closest to her. The "Physical" singer, who passed away in August after succumbing to her long battle with cancer, was honored by her dear friend, John Travolta, in a touching, yet simple post on his Instagram.

Shakira will be heading to court on charges of tax fraud in Spain, the reports. The 45-year-old Colombian pop star is accused of neglecting to pay 14.5 million euros — $13.9 million — in taxes on income she earned between 2012 and 2014. It was during those years that Shakira notably joined the judges panel for  in the United States and released her self-titled tenth studio album.

Olivia Newton-John was beautifully honored on Monday on what would have been her 74th birthday. Both her husband, John Easterling, as well as her former co-star, John Travolta, penned touching tributes to her on Instagram. For Easterling, he chose to reflect on the wonderful times he spent with the late actress beforeshe died in August. «I remember the first birthday when we were together and I took Olivia on a week-long adventure in the Out Islands of the Bahamas surrounded by a beautiful, peaceful, spectacular turquoise water,» he wrote, noting that they chose to stay in a secluded house with no roads, that required boat travel for anything they would need. “There are so many islands there you almost always have an island in sight when you’re out on your boat.

Olivia Newton-John's 74th birthday on Monday by hosting a special dinner in her honour. The 36-year-old posted an emotional video to Instagram showing the celebration. It was an intimate restaurant gathering with Olivia's widow John Easterling also in attendance, as well as close friends and family.

Olivia Newton-John was beautifully honored on Monday on what would have been her 74th birthday. Both her husband, John Easterling, as well as her former co-star John Travolta penned touching tributes to her on Instagram. For Easterling, he chose to reflect on the wonderful times he spent with the late actress beforeshe died in August. «I remember the first birthday when we were together and I took Olivia on a week-long adventure in the Out Islands of the Bahamas surrounded by a beautiful, peaceful, spectacular turquoise water,» he wrote, noting that they chose to stay in a secluded house with no roads, that required boat travel for anything they would need. “There are so many islands there you almost always have an island in sight when you’re out on your boat.

John Travolta has taken to Instagram to wish his former Grease co-star Olivia Newton-John a "happy birthday", seven weeks after her death from breast cancer.MORE: John Travolta shares pride for daughter Ella as she makes her catwalk debutThe actor took to his Instagram Stories and alongside a still from their popular 1978 film, he simply wrote: "Happy Birthday my Olivia."WATCH: John Travolta shares heartwarming message in candid postOn what would have been Olivia's 74th birthday, her husband, John Easterling, 70, also shared a moving tribute.MORE: John Travolta pours his heart out about his family in emotional tributeREAD: John Travolta mourns loss of Grease co-star Olivia Newton-John following her deathTaking to his and her Instagram, John shared a beautiful photo of the pair looking happy whilst on holiday. "A birthday memory to @therealonj - swipe right to read: Happy Birthday Honey - I Love You! - Amazon John," he captioned the post.

who passed away at 94 in January — was already at death’s door.“I was not expected to live,” says Poitier in the new documentary “Sidney,” which premieres on Apple TV+ on Friday. “I was born two months premature.”The film traces Poitier’s remarkable journey from his father tucking him into a shoebox as a sickly infant to growing into a screen icon and the first black man to win the Best Actor Oscar, with “Lilies of the Field” in 1964.“I remember thinking, ‘If he could do that, I wonder what I can do,’ ” says Oprah Winfrey, who produced the documentary, about how Poitier’s groundbreaking career inspired her.“It was the first time I’d seen a black man assert his power,” says Halle Berry — who became the first African-American woman to win the Best Actress Oscar in 2002 — of Poitier’s impact on her.

allegedly failing to pay $14.7 million in taxes when she lived in Spain between 2012 and 2014, a time she claims she did not live in the country. Prosecutors insist Shakira did live in the country during that time and said she bought a home in Barcelona in May 2012. They said she lived there with her former partner Gerard Piqué and their son, who was born in Spain in 2013.At the time, Shakira’s official residence was in the Bahamas but prosecutors claim she spent most of her time in Spain. “I’ve paid everything they claimed I owed, even before they filed a lawsuit,” she told Elle magazine.

Shakira feels confident that "justice will prevail" in her favour in her upcoming tax evasion trial in Spain. The Colombian popstar has been accused by the Spanish government of failing to pay her taxes in the country between the years 2012 and 2014. They argue that she spent over 183 days per year in Spain during that time, making her a resident for tax purposes, while her team insist that her main residence was in the Bahamas.

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The King and Queen Consort hosted world leaders and official overseas guests at Buckingham Palace on Sunday 18 September. His Majesty, 73, and Camilla, 75, were also joined at the event by Kate Middleton and Prince William in what the King’s spokesman described as an “official state event”.

The funeral of Queen Elizabeth II will take place on Monday 19 September after she passed away at the age of 96 on 8 September. Ahead of the day, world leaders have been flying into the United Kingdom to meet with King Charles and members of the Royal Family.

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited Queen Elizabeth's coffin lying in state at Westminster Hall on Saturday (17. 09. 22).

Kate Middleton joined the Royal Family to host Commonwealth leaders at a reception at Buckingham Palace on Saturday 17 September afternoon. The Princess of Wales, 40, was part of the members of the Royal Family greeting the dignitaries alongside Prince William, 40,  King Charles, 73, and Camilla, 75. Kate, 40, looked elegant as she wore a black dress and long three-strand pearl necklace and matching bracelet, while meeting the leaders of the nations that have the United Kingdom’s monarchy as their head of state.

A low-key royal couple. Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex had a traditional royal wedding in 1999, but the early days of their romance were decidedly less formal.

King Charles has already got to work by hosting a Buckingham Palace reception with Commonwealth dignitaries, including officials from Antigua and Barbuda who are threatening to ditch the crown. The new British monarch smiled through his grief at losing Queen Elizabeth as he met with VIPs with Queen Consort Camilla on Sunday (11. 09.

King Charles III has arrived at Buckingham Palace, where he will meet with Commonwealth general secretary Patricia Scotland. Crowds lining the roads cheered and waved as his black car drove down The Mall and into the Palace gates accompanied by a motorcade of four cars and four police motorbikes. Charles, 73, appeared teary-eyed as he could be seen waving to people through the car windows.

The great acting legend Sidney Poitier died in January at age 94. He did not live to see the thrilling new documentary on his life and career, Sidney, which had its World Premiere Saturday night at the Toronto International Film Festival. However it had its blessing, and that of his family, for the film which has been percolating and in development and then production for five years. And although Poitier himself didn’t get to see the finished work, everyone else will beginning on Friday September 23 when it begins streaming on Apple TV+ and playing in selected theatres.

Michael Strahan certainly knows how to enjoy himself! The TV host jetted off on the most incredible vacation with his twin daughters, Isabella and Sophia - and the photos are stunning. While Michael is back in the studio now, his teenagers are still dreaming of the Bahamas getaway they took over the summer. MORE: Michael Strahan's on-air joke leaves Robin Roberts speechlessTaking to Instagram, Isabella shared several snapshots of their adventure as they soaked up the sun on the white sandy beaches and relaxed in the crystal blue waters.WATCH: Michael Strahan's family life all we know The group appeared to be having the best time and Isabella and Sophia modeled bikinis while also posing for silly photos with their famous father. Michael's youngest children are growing up fast and are entering their last year at school, but have also carved out a career in the modeling world. MORE: George Stephanopoulos' wife Ali Wentworth shares hilarious update on family breakMORE: Michael Strahan's photo with teenage daughters left fans wondering the same thingAhead of summer, they both stormed the runway in white and black KB Swim bikinis and Isabella shared one of the professional Getty photos on Instagram and captioned it: "@shopkbswim takes on Miami."A post shared by Isabella Strahan (@isabellastrahan)Michael's daugher Isabella shared the photos from their beautiful vacation She wore the all-white number while her sister donned a black two-piece with white trim.

Bradley Cooper's 5-year-old daughter Lea De Seine looked utterly adorable alongside her famous parents in New York on Wednesday.MORE: Lady Gaga finally addresses Bradley Cooper romance rumours following that Oscars duetIn photos obtained by The Daily Mail, little Lea could be seen holding hands with her parents Bradley, and Russian model mum Irina Shayk.WATCH: Bradley Cooper heaps praise on co-star Lady GagaOpting for a spectacular purple shimmery dress adorned with giant yellow stars, the trendy tot certainly stood out from the crowds.READ: Lady Gaga has the best nickname for co-star Bradley CooperMORE: Who is Irina Shayk? Everything you need to knowExes Bradley, 47, and Irina, 36, put on a united front as they warmly embraced on the sidewalk before crossing the street with their only daughter. The couple announced their split in 2019The Silver Linings Playbook actor sported a laid-back look comprising a pair of grey joggers, a simple black T-shirt, and a pair of white athletic trainers.

EXCLUSIVE: Rakontur has wrapped production on The Last of the Cocaine Cowboys, a four-part documentary miniseries on Medellín Cartel co-founder Carlos Lehder.

Shavez Hart has tragically died.

Sir Sean Connery’s granddaughter is dating the grandson of fellow Hollywood legend Gregory Peck. Film student Natasha Connery - whose Bond legend granddad passed away in 2020 aged 90 - has found love with another descendent of Hollywood royalty - 23-year-old fellow student Harper Peck - after being brought together at a mutual friend's Halloween party last year. The pair had previously gone to school together, but didn't reconnect until they found themselves at the same bash while both studying at New York University and they are now living together in the Big Apple.

John Travolta is "so proud" of his 11-year-old son who just completed a new level of ninja training.  Travolta, 68, shared a video with fans this week of his son climbing and swinging from monkey bars. "Ben just achieved a level 3 ninja and I'm so proud," he captioned the video. Many cheered him on in the comments section.