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Elon Musk has defended his Twitter subscription plan after it was criticised by Star Trek actor William Shatner.After acquiring the social media platform in late 2022, the billionaire introduced Twitter Blue, a service that allows anyone to purchase a blue tick/verified account for a monthly subscription fee.Previously, blue ticks were typically given to notable accounts, such as high-profile figures, celebrities, major companies, politicians and members of the media.However, as part of his new plan, Musk has warned that these “legacy accounts” – those who received blue ticks before his takeover – will lose their verified status unless they pay the monthly subscription fee.“Hey @elonmusk, what’s this about blue checks going away unless we pay Twitter?” Shatner tweeted Musk on Saturday (March 25).“I’ve been here for 15 years giving my [time] & witty thoughts all for bupkis. Now you’re telling me that I have to pay for something you gave me for free? What is this-the Colombia Records & Tape Club?”In defence of his new program, Musk wrote: “It’s more about treating everyone equally.

EXCLUSIVE: Peacock is developing drama series Queen of Flow, a premium adaptation of Caracol Television’s Colombian telenovela, La Reina Del Flow. Jorge Reyes is attached to pen the script for the project, fromWestbrook Studios and Universal Television. Singer and actress Becky G (Good Mourning, Power Rangers) is in early negotiations to lead the series, Deadline understands.

is going back to paradise! In the latest installment of the franchise, fans will see the steamy love stories of some familiar — and new — faces. In the latest trailer for the series, viewers are treated to under-the-sea make-outs, steamy first meet-ups, shocking reveals and, per usual, things that make family members and friends have their doubts. Coming back for the journey this season are Carlos and VaLentine. The Colombia native and his Los Angles bae learned to check their «alpha male» personalities and formed a union last season.

More love and more drama! 90 Day Fiancé: Love in Paradise is returning for its third season with five new couples and one returning duo who are navigating the ups and downs of their complicated romances.

Ana de Armas is set to make her debut in Saturday Night Live with Karol G! The Hollywood star who is booked and busy with many film projects this year, will be appearing on the popular show on April 15.The Colombian singer will also be making her first appearance on SNL as a musical guest star on the same day, following the success of her new album ‘Mañana Será Bonito,’ which became the first all-Spanish album by a female artist to hit #1 on the Billboard 200 chart.Karol G will be performing songs from the new album, while Ana de Armas is set to host the show, with fans already sharing their excitement about her opening monologue, which is usually the most important segment for newcomers. The singer is also preparing to make history in one of the most important music festivals in the world, as she is the first female Latin artist to headline Lollapalooza, following her incredible performance in Coachella last year.De Armas recently made headlines for her stunning look at the Oscars.

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Shakira and Gerard Piqué. A new insider revealed to The Sun that Piqué’s mom Montserrat Bernabeu, had knowledge of the romantic relationship between the soccer player and his new girlfriend Clara Chía, while he was still married to the Colombian singer.It was also reported by El Popular that she even helped his son to cover up the affair. “It’s all because when the relationship between Piqué and Clara Chia began, they took refuge in a house that Piqué‘s parents have in Cabrils, Spain,” Spanish journalist Laura Fa claimed, adding that Shakira was really hurt when she found out Bernabeu “was an accomplice in hiding this new relationship.”The report details an alleged argument between Shakira and Piqué’s mom, sharing the statement of a close source to the celebrity family.

Actress Ana de Armas, who was nominated for a Best Actress Oscar for playing Marilyn Monroe in “Blonde,” will host “SNL” for the first time on April 15, NBC announced on Monday. Her action comedy “Ghosted” with Chris Evans premieres April 21 on Apple TV+. “SNL” alum Molly Shannon returns to host for the second time on April 8.

Shakira reportedly has a new man in her life.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Is Elon Musk’s move to grant verified blue check-marks only to paying Twitter users designed to prop up the company’s revenue — or is it supposedly to democratize the social network? After actor William Shatner groused about Twitter’s plan to revoke legacy blue check-marks as of April 1 and force users to pay for the privilege, the multibillionaire tech baron claimed the subscription-based verification program is about fairness, not lucre. “It’s more about treating everyone equally,” Musk tweeted Sunday evening in replying to Shatner. “There shouldn’t be a different standard for celebrities imo.”

Shakira’s dance coach was featured on a show called “First Dates,” where he made some comments about working with the Colombian superstar. He revealed that he’s worked with Shakira on various occasions, sharing that she’s very sweet and hard working. He also revealed some information about Gerard Piqué’s dancing skills.

Sead Haksabanovic has sparked injury fears after the Celtic winger was surprisingly hooked at half-time during Montenegro's win over Bulgaria.

Foo Fighters‘ ‘My Hero’ in tribute to the band’s late drummer Taylor Hawkins – watch below.Tomorrow (March 25) will mark one year since Hawkins was found dead in a hotel room in Bogota, Colombia aged 50.To commemorate the anniversary, 100 drummers joined forces with Belgian rock band Black Box Revelation to play a special live rendition of the aforementioned 1998 Foos single.The performance took place at Belgium’s largest concert hall Sportpaleis Antwerp, which was the last venue in the country Hawkins played with Foo Fighters.In a statement, Black Box Revelation said: “Taylor Hawkins was the best drummer of our times. Honouring him with this tribute was an experience we will never forget.”Gino Kesteloot, one of the participating musicians, added: “It’s the first time I played together with 100 other drummers.

Gerard Piqué has unapologetically moved on following his breakup from Shakira after a decade together.

Colombian star Maluma catches the New York Knicks face off against the Miami Heat during a basketball game on Wednesday (March 22) at Miami-Dade Arena in Miami, Fla. The Heat beat out the Knicks in an exciting game, 127-120.

Karol G is opening up about some of the toughest experiences she’s lived through. In a new interview, the Colombian singer talked about her new album “Mañana Será Bonito,” and some of the life experiences that have impacted her music, including her notorious break up with Anuel.Karol G makes history as first woman to score No. 1 on Billboard 200 with all-Spanish albumKarol G to make history at Lollapalooza: Lana Del Rey, Billie Eilish and more to performA post shared by KAROL G (@karolg)In an interview with El Pais, Karol G opened up about her break up with Anuel, which occurred in early 2021, in the midst of the pandemic.

Shakira’s creative roll is not stopping any time soon. Ed Sheeran just revealed that he’s collaborating with the Colombian artist, writing some songs for her upcoming record, which has yet to have a name or a release date.

Our hearts are with Shakira and her loved ones right now.

EXCLUSIVE: Fledgeling U.S. production company Catalysts Studios has announced eight-part docuseries EmpowHer going behind the scenes of the films on its inaugural slate driven by six female and non-binary directors and producers.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Mother’s Day is fast approaching and whether you’re desperate for a last-minute gift or want to surprise the mom in your life with a spontaneous delivery, you can’t go wrong with a thoughtful flower arrangement.Bouquets make for great gifts because you can personalize them to anyone’s liking and, best of all, they can be bought and delivered in as fast as one day.

Her whole word! Shakira is the proud mom of two sons — and she can’t help but gush about what it means to have her little ones by her side.

Ed Meza @edmezavar The Barcelona-set feature “La nit no fa vigília” and Argentine film “Hidden City” (“Ciudad Oculta”) won the Malaga Festival Work in Progress awards for Spanish and Latin American projects on Friday. “La nit no fa vigília” (which roughly translates to “The Night Does Not Keep Watch”) centers on a young man who lives with and cares for his aging, frail grandmother, but still finds time for a nocturnal social life. It was among the frontrunners to win at the awards ceremony. A joint project from a student collective comprising Laura Corominas Espelt, Laura Serra Solé, Clara Serrano Llorens, Gerard Simó Gimeno, Ariadna Ulldemolins Abad and Pau Vall Capdet, “La nit no fa vigília” also won the industry magazine Cine y Tele prize.

BreAnna Bell Warning: This story contains major spoilers for “BMF” Season 2, Episode 10, titled “New Beginnings.” Seduction was the leading theme of “BMF” Season 2, but showrunner Heather Zuhlke and the rest of the creative team are ready to up the ante and take the show “out of this world.” As the former “50 Boyz” end their season, brothers Meech (Demetrius Flenory Jr.) and Terry Flenory (Da’Vinchi) end the latest chapter with the hopes of expanding their drug business to Atlanta. Now that they have a new Colombian connect and a friend in the club business down South, Meech sets out on the road to Atlanta and Terry is left to defend Detroit.

Kyogo’s exclusion from the Japan squad is “unfair” because he’s performing at a higher level than Celtic teammate Daizen Maeda and that the coach must be watching edited videos of the Hoops’ games.

Pamela Anderson made a show-stopping entrance as she opened the Hugo Boss Miami fashion show on Wednesday night.

The Cinema Audio Society has its new board of directors and officers.

, Gabe worries that his fiancée, Isabel's, father won't accept him once they tell him he's transgender and Isabel admits she doesn't know if she can walk away from her father if he objects to the relationship.Isabel says her father is «very religious» and «totally not open-minded.» Meanwhile, Gabe tells cameras he didn't know Isabel's father was as conservative as he is.«But I didn't know the gravity of the situation, that there was literally like a list of reasons why he wouldn't accept me,» he says. «The only negative comments that I get online are either from trolls or religious people saying I'm a sinner, I'm going to burn in hell, that I have to repent before God strikes me down.

Thania Garcia TelevisaUnivision has revealed the full list of nominees for the Latin American Music Awards with Bad Bunny leading the list at 11 nominations, followed by Becky G and Daddy Yankee with nine each. The big show is set to take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 20. The awards show will also honor Colombian singer-songwriter Carlos Vives and ranchera music champion Pepe Aguilar during the awards show’s eighth iteration and with a pre-ceremony special titled “Latin AMA’s: Legacy” on April 4 via UniMás. They will each sit down for an interview and perform remotely from their respective homes in Bogotá and Mexico City.

Thania Garcia Colombian reggaeton and música urbana singer-songwriter Feid is hitting the states and Canada for a 29-city trek dubbed the “Ferxxo Nitro Jam Underground Tour,” which will kick off after he wraps a slate of Latin American arena shows that launched in mid-February. Produced by Live Nation, the North American leg will open on April 20 at the WAMU Theater in Washington and run through such cities as Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York, Toronto and more before wrapping up in Orlando at the Hard Rock Live on June 17. See the full tour lineup below. Tickets for the “Ferxxo Nitro Jam Underground Tour” will first go on presale starting March 14 at 10 a.m. local, while the general on-sale starts March 16 at 10 a.m. on LiveNation.com.

Jem Aswad Senior Music Editor Amazon Music has announced the launch of two new weekly flagship music series: the hip-hop-focused “Rotation Roundtable” and the Latin/pop culture show “La Semanal Live.” “Rotation Roundtable,” premiering March 15, comprises a hybrid Twitch livestream and 90-minute podcast experience inspired by Amazon Music’s “Rap Rotation” and “R&B Rotation” playlists. It is hosted by journalist and executive producer Speedy Morman, Power 105.1 host/ producer Nyla Symone, “On the Radar” creator Gabe P and veteran journalist Rob Markman. Each episode will feature a “Big Questions” segment meant to incite discourse about current events in hip-hop. The show will also consist of “Hot Takes,” guest interviews, and a debate segment fueled by chat participation.

Shakira has broken a whopping 14 Guinness World Records following the release of her brutal diss track aimed at her ex. The hitmaker, 46, released her song Music Sessions Vol. 53 alongside Bizarrap in January this year, and it's been topping the charts ever since.

Argentina, 1985 Leads 2023 Platino Awards NominationsSantiago Miter’s political thriller Argentina, 1985 leads this year’s Platino awards nominations with 14 nods, including Best Director, Screenplay, and Best Ibero-American Fiction Film. Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s latest pic Bardo, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths trails with six nominations alongside Spanish filmmaker Rodrigo Sorogoyen’s The Beasts and Lullaby by Alauda Ruiz De Azúa. On the TV side, the Colombian series Noticia de un kidnapping also notched six noms. This year’s Platino awards take place on April 22 at the IFEMA Municipal Palace in Madrid. Check out the full list of nominations here.

Annie Gonzalez has her next big project line up. The actress will star and produce in a biopic based on Jenni Rivera’s life. Rivera was one of the most iconic Latin artists, crossing over to a male dominated field and making hits that blurred the line between Mexican Regional and pop music.

Shakira is heading to New York City for a very special performance. The Colombian singer, who is currently enjoying the success of her latest song with Bizarrap, is preparing for their first performance on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,’ and she is sharing the moment with her kids Sasha and Milan.The musician recently revealed that she shares a lot of her creative process with her kids, as they have a lot of great ideas, including the collaboration with Bizzarap, which came as a suggestion from milan.

EXCLUSIVE: Paramount+ is developing Vice City (working title), a new original series from Lionsgate Television, Paramount Television Studios, and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson‘s G-Unit Film & Television, Deadline has learned.

Matt Donnelly Senior Film Writer Dove Cameron has landed at WME. The multi-hyphenate actor and singer will be represented by the agency in all areas. Cameron exploded musically in 2022 with her chart-topping single “Boyfriend” and has simultaneously been building a film and acting resume. The 27-year-old began releasing original music in 2019 via Colombia Records. Since then she has collected awards, including best new artist at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards and the American Music Awards, and was nominated for best new artist at the People’s Choice Awards. She’s currently nominated for best new artist at the 2023 iHeart Radio Awards and outstanding breakthrough music artist at the 34th annual GLAAD Media Awards.