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Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events While the LGTBQ rights movement has made tremendous strides since that first rock was thrown at the Stonewall Inn in New York City in 1969, there are still many areas of the U.S. where the queer community doesn’t feel safe. In the new Hulu documentary, “We Live Here: The Midwest,” director Melina Maerker and producer David Clayton Miller chronicle queer families living in Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota and Ohio.

In the wake of a Donald Trump presidency of 2016, in addition to the rise of anti-Gay legislation which poised a threat to the marriage equality decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, filmmaker Melinda Maerker and producer David Clayton Miller took the time to check in on the LGBTQIA+ community in the Midwest.

Alecia Dixon-Kurschner, a TV distribution executive who held senior positions at MGM, Miramax and Starz before becoming an independent consultant several years ago, died of ovarian cancer at her home in the Minneapolis suburb of Excelsior, Minnesota, Nov. 23. She was 60.

“The Golden Bachelor,” star Gerry Turner 72, made his choice between Minnesota native Leslie Fhima, 64, and New Jersey’s Theresa Nist, 70. In the end, Turner went with Nist.However, amid reports that he had an alleged secret girlfriend, his runner-up contestant claimed that he “lied” to her.

Gerry Turner was forced to choose between Minnesota native Leslie Fhima and New Jersey’s Theresa Nist. In the end, Turner went with Nist.“I came to the realization that you’re not the right person for me to live with,” Turner, 72, told Nist, 70, on Thursday night’s finale before getting down on one knee. “You’re the person that I can’t live without.”And save the date — Turner and Nist’s wedding will be broadcast live on ABC on Jan.

Josh Dobbs has had an eventful NFL season thus far, having started the campaign with the Arizona Cardinals before being traded to the Minnesota Vikings at the end of October.

We’re having a hard time wrapping our heads around the idea of parents bringing their kids to a nudist camp. But for any out there who are considering it, this story may make them second-guess that instinct. According to a shocking criminal complaint obta

Jon Hamm needed “a dedicated nippleologist” to get his character’s prosthetic pierced nipples just right for Season Five of Fargo.The dark comedy crime anthology returns for its fifth season today (November 21) on FX in the US, and a day later in the UK on Amazon Prime Video.As seen in the trailer for the season, Hamm’s character Sheriff Roy Tillman has nipple rings, and when speaking to Variety this week, Hamm explained how they got it to work.“I had to have some very blue latex put on my nipples, and then they cast a resoundingly lifelike pair of nipples, which they then pierced and placed over my own nipples, and we shot said nipples,” he said. “The crew doesn’t get enough credit, but there was a dedicated nippleologist.”Early reviews of Season Five of the show have described it as a “return to form”.

Alison Herman TV Critic The typical season of “Fargo” starts at a simmer. Thanks to the famous opening disclaimer (“at the request of the survivors”; “out of respect for the dead”), borrowed wholesale from the Coen Brothers’ original masterpiece, the audience knows violence is in the offing. In translating “Fargo” into an anthology series, an interpretive exercise that now spans five different installments over nearly a decade, creator Noah Hawley has stuck to this structure.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Juno Temple has just learned about Jon Hamm’s “Fargo” stunt nipples, and she’s in awe. “A full, fake nipple?,” she asks, turning to her co-star at FX’s “Fargo” Season 5 premiere screening and panel on Nov. 15 at Nya Studios.

Josh Dobbs has had a wild NFL season thus far, having been the starting quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals before recently being traded to the Minnesota Vikings.

Lukas Gage is making his first red carpet appearance following news of his divorce.

“I mean, who are we kidding?”

Welcome to Plathville. Olivia Plath and Ethan Plath’s marriage is rapidly declining. The couple hoped that moving to Minnesota would help strengthen their fractured marriage. But things are not looking up.

Welcome to Plathville star Ethan Plath’s life has changed immensely since he and his family joined the TLC network. It seems there has been one drama after the next, not only for the eldest sibling but his entire family. But now it looks like he has been in trouble with the law.Ethan Plath of Welcome to Plathville appears to have been in hot water with the law.

Welcome to Plathville stars Ethan Plath and Micah Plath‘s road trip is therapeutic for the brothers. It gives them time to work through their issues with the family drama concerning Olivia Plath and Kim Plath. The trip also allowed them to re-strengthen their bond as brothers and talk about all the family issues, including their parents, Kim Plath and Barry Plath’s divorce.Micah and Ethan have been through a lot as brothers, especially over the past couple of years.

Jordyn Woods is getting candid about her relationship with Karl-Anthony Towns!

Fargo’s fifth season has been described as a “return to form” in early reviews.Created by Noah Hawley, the dark comedy crime anthology returns for its fifth season on November 21 on FX in the US.The show, originally inspired by the Coen brothers’ 1996 film of the same name, has explored new time periods and locations with largely a new cast in every season so far. In the fifth season, the series takes a more contemporary 2019 setting across North Dakota and Minnesota.A synopsis reads: “After an unexpected series of events lands “Dorothy ‘Dot’ Lyon” (Juno Temple) in hot water with the authorities, this seemingly typical Midwestern housewife is suddenly plunged back into a life she thought she had left behind.”Alongside Juno Temple, the fifth season’s ensemble cast includes Jon Hamm, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Joe Keery, Lamorne Morris and Richa Moorjani.Ahead of the show’s premiere, critics have shared their views on the first six episodes.

Valerie Wu Intern Guess Joy is hard at work for Pixar fans, because “Inside Out 2” has just dropped its first trailer. “Inside Out 2” is the sequel to 2015’s animated coming-of-age film “Inside Out.” The first film centered on 11-year-old Riley (Kaitlyn Dias) and the five emotions in her brain, led by a star-studded cast: Joy (Amy Poehler), Sadness (Phyllis Smith), Disgust (Mindy Kaling), Fear (Bill Hader) and Anger (Lewis Black). In the sequel trailer, a new emotion is introduced: the frazzled, orange Anxiety.

Tubi, the survey also found the average person reportedly streams a whopping 1,112 hours of content a year. It’s about 21 hours a week, which equates to a part time job.Wyoming was the most likely state to stream more than 50 hours per week, with 40% of respondents doing so.And Nevadans surpassed other states in streaming the most TV shows or movies, with 40% currently watching more than 10.If you’re a fan of true crime, though, you may find a friend in Minnesota, where this genre is most popular (53%).Indiana is all about dramas — nearly half (48%) named it their favorite genre to stream.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor CAA has signed Haley Kalil, a scientist turned Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue model, comedic content creator and actor. The Minnesota native attended St. Cloud State University where she graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor of science degree in medical biology and psychology and a minor in chemistry.

Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks will bring their co-headlining ‘Two Icons, One Tour’ to Minneapolis, MN’s US Bank Stadium.And if you’ve always wanted to hear “Piano Man” and “Rhiannon” live in the same night, it isn’t too late to grab last-minute tickets.As of now, seats are available for the huge show at the Vikings’ home field.Better yet, given that you’ll be getting two Rock and Roll Hall of Famers in a single night, some seats are surprisingly cheap.At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find on tickets was $102 before fees on Vivid Seats.For those that are hoping to get closer to the action, floor level seats can be picked up for $151 before fees.Now, that’s a true steal.Need a bit more information before committing?You’re in the right place.We’ve got all the details you’re looking for and more about Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks’ Minneapolis concert below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete breakdown of all the best prices on tickets by section for the Nov. 10 concert can be found here:Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and include additional fees at checkout.)Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.

Maisie Peters duetted with Ed Sheeran last night (November 3) at Wembley Arena – watch the footage below.Peters has just wrapped up her ‘Road To Wembley‘ tour, where she played her biggest headline show to date at the arena. To celebrate, she brought out Ed Sheeran, who she supported in Australia/The US and whose label she is signed to.

An inquest has opened into the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson, who died after sustaining "serious injuries" during a match.

Police have issued an update following the tragic death of ice hockey star Adam Johnson.

Adam Johnson's fiancé has paid tribute to the American hockey star who died following a freak accident during a match on Saturday night.

died Saturday at 54 after apparently drowning in the hot tub at his Los Angeles home.TMZ reported illegal drugs were not found at the scene Saturday, and foul play is not suspected. Prescription drugs were reportedly found inside the home, per TMZ sources.Perry achieved global fame for his “Friends” role, even as he struggled with drug and alcohol addiction.“The Whole Nine Yards” star reported last year in his memoir that he had attended 6,000 AA meetings, gone to rehab 15 times, and been in detox 65 times.Perry once estimated he spent around $9 million trying to get sober.Here’s a look at Perry’s personal battles. After having his first drink at 14, Perry was drinking consistently by 18.Perry’s addiction to drugs began after the “17 Again” star was involved in a jet ski accident on the set of “Fools Rush In” in 1997 — about three years after “Friends” premiered in 1994.He was prescribed Vicodin.His addiction became so bad, he admitted to ingesting 55 of the pills per day, causing his weight to plummet to 128 pounds at one point.

Will Tizard Contributor The story of a Lakota Native American man torn between his ancestral home and a career in the big city inspired two U.S. filmmakers to invest 13 years into “Without Arrows.” Their doc, which is slated to premiere onscreen in December or early next year, was one of eight U.S.-made projects pitched at the Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival this week as part of the New Visions Forum development program.

Rep. Dean Phillips (D-MN), who represents a suburban Minneapolis congressional district, launched a challenge to President Joe Biden for the Democratic nomination.

Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic have revealed that Nirvana once made producer Steve Albini prank call Eddie Vedder and KISS‘ Gene Simmons.While appearing on the Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend podcast, the surviving members of the iconic grunge band and Albini shared that they would help pass the time while in the studio by prank-calling people.This was during their time spent at the Pachyderm Recording Studio in Cannon Falls, Minnesota. They recalled how there wasn’t very much to do.”This was in February, in the dead of winter, in the middle of fucking nowhere,” said Grohl.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter FX has released the first official trailer for “Fargo” Season 5. As previously announced, the cast for the season of the critically acclaimed anthology series includes: Juno Temple, Jon Hamm, Joe Keery, Sam Spruell, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Lamorne Morris, David Rysdahl, Richa Moorjani, and Dave Foley. See the full trailer below.

UPDATED, 7:40 AM: “Well, sir, there’s no easy way to say this, your wife isn’t who she says she is.” So begins the first full trailer for the fifth installment of FX‘s Fargo. In the trailer, we also get a glimpse of Jon Hamm in a hot tub, and Juno Temple as Dot whose attempts to shield her past from her family are quickly unraveling. Jennifer Jason Leigh also stars. Watch the new trailer above.

FX has a stacked release calendar this Fall, but no title may be more anticipated than “Fargo” Year 5. The limited series features a new cast every season, as well as a new set of droll crimes escapades set in the Minnesota and North Dakota region.

The Kills have shared a new single titled ‘Wasterpiece’ and revealed details of a 2024 US tour. Find out more below.Released today (October 24), the new single is the latest to be released from the rock duo’s forthcoming album, ‘God Games’.

Peyton Manning, LeBron James and Michelle and Barack Obama are looking to team up with Netflix for an NBA docuseries modeled after Quarterback.

George Kittle is the star tight end for the San Francisco 49ers, and we’re taking a second to meet his lovely wife Claire!