Yahya Abdul-Mateen II calls acting in ‘Aquaman’ “clown work”

Yeah Yeah Yeahs played a small show in Chicago earlier this week, where the trio debuted a new song from soon-to-be-released fifth album ‘Cool It Down’.The show was announced earlier this month and took place at the Metro in Chicago on Monday night (September 19). The band played unreleased song ‘Lovebomb’ – a slow-burner built around shimmery, atmospheric synths – and four other cuts from the band’s first album in nearly a decade, which is set to arrive next week.Other ‘Cool It Down’ tracks on the setlist included the album’s lead single – the Perfume Genius-assisted ‘Spitting Off The Edge of The World’ – and last month’s ‘Burning’, along with the unreleased ‘Fleez’ and ‘Blacktop’, both of which the band have been previewing on tour in recent months.

Marva Hicks, the singer and actor who made her Broadway debut in 1981’s Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music and most recently appeared in 2013’s Motown The Musical, died in New York City on Sept. 16.

Kim Kardashian got candid about her four kids, as the reality television star opened up about multitasking as a mom.  At the second annual A Day of Unreasonable Conversation event, the 41-year-old beauty entrepreneur participated in a panel called "How to Get Sh*t Done in a Divided America," according to People.  A topic of conversation included how Kardashian’s work day can include last-minute Zoom calls.The SKIMS mogul said her kids like to make a special cameo and sometimes interrupt her calls.  "So embarrassing," the mom of four told the panel. Kim Kardashian got candid about her four kids, as the reality television star opened up about multitasking as a mom.  (Getty Images) Kardashian and film producer Scott Budnick, who also spoke at the panel, noted that "no matter how many doors she locks, she cannot keep the kids out of the room." She added that "they figure out a way in," according to the media outlet.

Yeah Yeah Yeahs have announced a surprise show at Chicago’s The Metro. View ticket details below.The announcement comes ahead of the band’s fifth album, ‘Cool It Down’, which is set for release later this month.

Wilson Chapman editor Get ready for Halle Bailey to be part of your world. The first footage of the highly anticipated “Little Mermaid” live-action remake has been unveiled at Disney’s D23 expo, revealing the acclaimed R&B star and actor in the iconic role of mermaid princess Ariel. Director Rob Marshall, of “Chicago” fame, celebrated the fact that this was a live action musical. Bringing up his Oscar-winning movie from the past “When we started this journey it was very important to honor the original” but also reimagine and “bring some depth” to the new film Marshall explained. The director also asked “Little Mermaid” longtime Disney alum and Alan Menken to link up with the award-winning Lin-Manuel Miranda to come up with four new songs. “They’d never collaborated together before, and it’s magical…. We still retain the beauty of the original score by the late great Howard Ashman.”

No bad blood. Kim Kardashian still gushes about Pete Davidson in her Interview cover. The SKIMS founder revealed how she felt about her ex-boyfriend when she was asked candidly about their relationship.

MIDTOWN IS BACK-ISHThe biggest story of the year is still the evolution of Rockefeller Center, where buzzy newbies Le Rock, Lodi and Pebble Bar will now be joined by Five Acres (30 Rockefeller Plaza), the first Manhattan restaurant from Brooklyn boy wonder Greg Baxtrom, known for his hit Olmsted. The name is a nod to his family’s farm outside of Chicago. Expect a veggie-forward menu.

The defence started presenting their arguments in the latest R Kelly trial last week. Things got underway with the confirmation that Kelly himself will not testify, but his former business manager Derrel McDavid, a co-defendant in the case, will.Kelly, of course, is facing a new round of charges, this time in his hometown of Chicago, in relation to the allegations of sexual abuse that have followed him around for decades.

Page Six, and the rapper claimed that Jenner tried to “ruin” her: The musician certainly didn’t mince words here and has been equally outspoken when talking about the situation in years past. Though the fact that he commented on Ye’s social media post is a bit surprising, considering what occurred earlier this year. The sex tape scandal once again became a topic of discussion this past spring, thanks to an episode of The Kardashians (which is available to stream using a Hulu subscription).

Taking time for himself. Pete Davidson’s getting better with Kim Kardashian’s breakup. The former Saturday Night Live star is taking the breakup with the SKIMS founder slow and steady.

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is opening up about the differences between starring in superhero movies and more dramatic hits.

Kanye West has made his return to Instagram and is calling out members directly involved with his family he shares with Kim Kardashian. On Thursday, West uploaded several posts where he said he won’t be "discriminated" against by brands such as Adidas as well as saying his children will not be in Playboy like Kris Jenner got Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner involved in.  West also noted that "I’m the kids father," and said where his four children go to school is not up to his estranged wife.

Actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II has been quite the in-demand actor of late, starring in Oscar-prestige bait and genre projects.

The defence in the current R Kelly trial in Chicago will start calling witnesses to the stand later today, after the prosecution rest their case on Tuesday. Kelly’s lawyers haven’t confirmed whether or not he will testify, although it seems unlikely.

EXCLUSIVE: Kids podcast company Wonkybot found agency. The company, which is behind the hit children’s audio series Tara Tremendous, has signed with CAA.

Zack Sharf Yahya Abdul-Mateen II’s career thus far has included an Emmy-winning turn on HBO’s “Watchmen,” awards buzz for playing Bobby Seale in “The Trial of the Chicago 7” and movies like “Candyman,” “Aquaman” and “The Matrix Resurrections.” Such an eclectic balance of film and TV projects is the result of Abdul-Mateen’s curation, as he’s made it a priority to balance out comic book tentpoles like “Aquaman” with more serious dramatic fare. The actor recently told Vulture that acting in a movie like “Aquaman” is “clown work,” so it’s important for him to flex his acting muscles in other projects. “Everything should be about getting to the truth. But sometimes you got to know which movie or genre you’re in,” Abdul-Mateen said. “Something like ‘Aquaman,’ that’s clown work. ‘Aquaman’ is not ‘The Trial of the Chicago 7.’ You have got to get over yourself.”

A post shared by Tracy Spiridakos (@spiridakos)The news of Soffer’s departure broke Monday, with the actor sharing his thanks with the longtime fans of the show, who’ve followed his story line since the series debuted in 2014.“This is sad but true. Just want all the fans to know how grateful I am,” Soffer tweeted Monday. “You guys are why we do it! It has been an honor.

A post shared by Kim Kardashian (@kimkardashian)"Kim K is notorious for Photoshopping out her traps," the user said. "Why? I don't know.

Earlier this week The Cleveland Cavaliers had officially pulled themselves out of the running for Utah Jazz star and three-time all-star Donovan Mitchell. It is not that the Cavaliers don’t have the right pieces to make a trade happen, it is that the Cavaliers refuse to give up any of the three players, Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen. The Cavaliers refuse to give up any core players for what seems like any player.The Cleveland Cavaliers’ plan to keep their young core together is for good reason.