EXCLUSIVE: CAA Sports Media has made one of its first major signings under new UK and Europe boss Alex McGuire.
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EXCLUSIVE: UTA has signed comedian Matt Rife for representation in all areas, with an eye toward expanding his opportunities in film and TV and beyond.
Currently on his “ProbleMATTic World Tour” — one of the largest comedy tours in over 20 years, which sold over 600,000 tickets in under 48 hours — Rife has recently exploded to become one of the biggest comedians in the world through his top-performing Netflix special and remarkable engagement on social media, where he has amassed over 18 million followers, and more than two billion views globally.
Recently selling out four shows at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Rife is set to return to Los Angeles on May 8, when he’ll become the youngest comic ever to headline the Hollywood Bowl.
From a small town near Columbus Ohio, Rife started performing at the age of 15 and moved to Los Angeles two years later in pursuit of a career in Hollywood. Self-releasing his first one-hour special, Only Fans, and releasing it through YouTube in 2021, he again bet on himself two years later as he took the same approach with his follow-up, Matthew Steven Rife.
After putting out the YouTube crowd work special Walking Red Flag, which has amassed over 10 million views on the platform, Rife unveiled his first Netflix special Natural Selection, which garnered over 10.3 million views in its first two weeks, earning a Top 10 ranking in 42 countries including #1 in the U.S., Canada, and South Africa last fall.
It was in 2015 that Rife made his television debut as the youngest cast member in the history of MTV’s Wild ‘N Out. He then moved on to other MTV properties, hosting a reboot of TRL and appearing on The Challenge. Other screen credits include Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Fresh Off the Boat, BET’s North
EXCLUSIVE: CAA Sports Media has made one of its first major signings under new UK and Europe boss Alex McGuire.
Penelope Cruz is officially 50 years old! The Spaniard is among the talented women celebrating the milestone this year, just days after Victoria Beckham. Cruz was in good company, surrounded by famous friends and her husband, Javier Bardem.A post shared by Penélope Cruz (@penelopecruzoficial)Cruz’s actual birthday was on April 28th, and she celebrated by attending Bad Bunny’s concert. She then partied with some friends.
Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Hollywood legends gathered Saturday night to celebrate Nicole Kidman as she received the prestigious AFI Life Achievement Award, the highest honor bestowed by the American Film Institute. The annual tribute was held at Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre, where some of Kidman’s closest friends and colleagues, including Oscar winners Meryl Streep, Morgan Freeman, Reese Witherspoon and Oscar nominee Naomi Watts, paid tribute to her illustrious career. Wearing a form-fitting gold sequin gown, Kidman entered the theater Saturday night to a standing ovation as a recording of “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” played overhead.
So many stars stepped out to celebrate Nicole Kidman at the 49th AFI Lifetime Achievement Award Gala Tribute on Saturday night (April 27) in Hollywood, Calif.
Tony Hinchcliffe, the idea of conforming to these restrictions is as likely as finding a unicorn at a rodeo. “There’s no room for victim mentality here,” Hinchcliffe tells Variety. “When you step into a dark, dingy comedy club, what do you want to see? Think about it like a strip club.
Matt Healy, frontman of the band The 1975 and son of Loose Women's Denise Welch, has responded to the so-called "diss track" on Taylor Swift's album which is rumoured to be all about the singer.The musician, 35, briefly dated singer-songwriter Taylor back in June 2023, and her album track The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived is believed to be about their romance. The album, The Tortured Poets Department, became the most-streamed album in a single week on streaming service Spotify following its release on Friday, and rumours about who she's been writing about have been swirling on the internet.
The 1975 frontman Matty Healy has responded to Taylor Swift‘s newest album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ – see what he had to say below.While unconfirmed, it is strongly believed that Healy is the subject of several songs on ‘The Tortured Poets Department’, namely its title track and ‘The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived’ among others.When approached by paparazzi in Los Angeles on Wednesday (April 24), The 1975 was asked how he felt about his “Taylor diss track”. While it’s unclear which exact song the paparazzo was referring to, Healy replied: “My diss track? Oh! I haven’t really listened to that much of it, but I’m sure it’s good.”Watch Healy’s response below.Matty Healy admits he hasn't listened to all of Taylor Swift's new album 'The Tortured Poets Department' but is "sure it's good." pic.twitter.com/pKNaSwaYRA— Entertainment Tonight (@etnow) April 24, 2024Since the album’s release, fans have taken to social media to dissect Swift’s lyrics, and have theorised that a hefty portion of ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ focuses on Matty Healy, with whom Taylor had a brief romance in 2023, rather than Joe Alwyn, who she dated for six years.‘The Tortured Poets Department’ scored a three-star review from NME upon its release, with Laura Molloy writing: “The pitfalls that mire her 11th studio album are all the more disappointing — she’s proven time and time again she can do better.
Taylor Swift‘s fans have come to the general consensus that many songs on her new album The Tortured Poets Department are about her ex-boyfriend Matty Healy… and now he’s finally commenting on the music.
EXCLUSIVE: Emerging Irish comedian Kyla Cobbler has signed with UK agency Host Talent Group.
David Beckham is suing Mark Wahlberg! Uh-oh!
Matthew McConaughey recently shared a picturesque moment on his Instagram account, capturing a romantic scene featuring himself and his wife, Camila Alves, enjoying a serene moment together in an infinity pool against a breathtaking sunset. However, it wasn’t just the stunning view that caught the attention of fans—it was the playful banter that ensued between the couple in the comments section.The photo quickly garnered thousands of likes and comments and showed McConaughey and Alves sipping tequila.
Ethan Shanfeld YoungBoy Never Broke Again has been arrested in Utah on six charges, including possession of a dangerous weapon by a restricted person and for a pattern of unlawful activity — both Class 2 felony charges. The 24-year-old rapper, whose real name is Kentrell DeSean Gaulden and who previously went by NBA YoungBoy, was taken into custody by the Cache County Sheriff’s Office at 2:50 p.m., according to police records. No bail was set.
Katy Perry and Lizzo shared a very cute moment together on the red carpet while attending the 10th Annual Breakthrough Prize Ceremony on Saturday night (April 13) in Los Angeles.
Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston coordinate in black outfits while promoting their hit series The Morning Show at PaleyFest LA on Friday (April 12) in Hollywood, Calif.
When the late, legendary filmmaker William Friedkin called Kiefer Sutherland to gauge his interest in playing the lead in the Showtime and Paramount+ film The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial, the actor hung up almost immediately. But not because he wasn’t interested in working with the director he’d long revered, Sutherland explained. “I thought it was one of my friends making a joke.”
Angelina Jolie’s new musical, ‘The Outsiders,’ is now on Broadway! Opening night was April 11, and Angelina, who serves as producer, walked the red carpet with her daughterVivienne Jolie-Pitt, who took on the job as her assistant. The 15-year-old looks like a mini version of both her parents, but there is no denying she has many of her father, Brad Pitt’s features.Vivienne is no stranger to red carpets, and she has supported her mom in the past with her siblings, but this is the first time she has gone alone, playing a role in the production.
Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor Global talent, entertainment, sports and advisory company UTA has signed dancer and choreographer Rio Henderson for representation in all areas. Known as Cornithea “RIO” Henderson, his recent work includes choreographing Usher’s “My Way” Las Vegas residency. Henderson was the mastermind behind Usher’s dance moves during his Super Bowl Halftime performance.
Matthew McConaughey made his way into Hollywood 30 years ago, but had some highs and lows along the way.In an interview with People, McConaughey shared that there’s an “initiation process” in the industry, and he wouldn’t have it any other way.“I, like anyone, have had my ups and downs,” he told the outlet. “My star meter has been higher, my star meter has been lower. I’ve won Oscars.
Joe Otterson TV Reporter Mortal Media, the film and TV production company co-founded by Blake Griffin and Ryan Kalil, has signed with WME for representation, Variety has learned exclusively. WME will rep Mortal Media’s scripted and unscripted slate, while also helping the company expand into brand partnerships and creative marketing services. In addition, Griffin has signed with WME for off-court representation.
Just days before its debut, Fallout looks to be assured a second season thanks to a $25 million tax credit from California.