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Yola on Playing Sister Rosetta Tharpe in Baz Luhrmann’s ‘Elvis’: ‘It’s Important We Claim Space’
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Wilson Chapman editorThis June, acclaimed singer-songwriter Yola will be making her film acting debut in Baz Luhrmann’s hotly anticipated “Elvis” biopic. On the Grammys red carpet, Yola discussed her excitement about portraying Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the Godmother of Rock and Roll, in the film.“It’s just the privilege I have to speak her name, and to speak on it,” Yola told Variety senior entertainment writer Angelique Jackson.
“Everyone can talk about it, but the role I have is so central and mainstream and in the purview of everyone, everyone knows about it. So the privilege I get to transmit this message, of rock and roll, and the diaspora’s ownership of this genre, along with everything that it gave birth to, that gives me life.” During her interview with Variety On the Carpet presented by DIRECTV, Yola also talked about working with Luhrmann, calling him the “king.” According to Yola, the director made it a priority in the film to address how Black American music impacted Elvis Presley’s work, which led to the large role that Tharpe plays in the film.
Yola says the film will explore how Tharpe helped invent rock and roll and discovered many influential artists, including Little Richard.“The thing that touched me is it was [Luhrmann’s] mission to address this balance as well,” Yola said. “It wasn’t just pulling people in and making a token gesture at it, it’s profound within him.
And that spoke to me, that was my motivation.”At the Grammys, Yola was nominated for two Grammys, in the Americana album and American roots song categories. She has been outspoken about the inclusion of Black women in the country and roots genres.
Molly Shannon Says Gary Coleman Sexually Harassed Her
Molly Shannon is opening up about her experience with Gary Coleman.
Molly Shannon Claims Gary Coleman Sexually Harassed Her: ‘I Wish I Could Have Stood Up for Myself More’
Speaking out. Molly Shannon accused the late Gary Coleman of sexually harassing her during a meeting when she was younger.
Molly Shannon says she was sexually harassed by actor Gary Coleman
Molly Shannon has alleged she was sexually harassed by "Diff'rent Strokes" actor Gary Coleman years ago. Shannon, 67, recently appeared on "The Howard Stern Show," where she opened up about an encounter with Coleman that took place at the Plaza Hotel in 1987.The incident is also something she details in her new book, "Hello, Molly!" Speaking of the encounter, Shannon said she and Coleman shared the same agent, Mark Randall.The three met for tea at the Plaza and while there, Shannon confirmed Coleman invited her up to his hotel suite. She said she was thinking nothing of it. "And I was a virgin so I wasn't even thinking about that," Shannon said.
Molly Shannon Says Gary Coleman Sexually Harassed Her: ‘He Was Relentless’
Zack Sharf Molly Shannon said on a recent episode of “The Howard Stern Show” (via People) that she was sexually harassed by comedian and “Diff’rent Strokes” star Gary Coleman. The “Saturday Night Live” veteran also detailed the alleged incident in her new memoir, “Hello, Molly!” Shannon said she had just signed with Coleman’s manager at the time and got the chance to meet him at his penthouse hotel room.“I think he was like, ‘Sit down [on the bed].’ It was very sweet,” Shannon said. “And then he’s, like, tickling me a little.
Molly Shannon Details Creepy Hotel Room Encounter With 'Relentless' Gary Coleman
Gary Coleman wasn’t always as “cute” as he seemed, according to Molly Shannon.
Molly Shannon Remembers Gary Coleman Sexually Harassing Her In His Hotel Room: ‘I Wish I Could’ve Stood Up For Myself More’
Molly Shannon is opening up about her unpleasant experience with Gary Coleman.
Global publishing deal struck over Elvis Presley’s back catalogue
Elvis Presley‘s back catalogue.Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) and Authentic Brands Group (ABG), a global brand owner, marketing and entertainment company and owner of Elvis Presley Enterprises, have today (April 12) announced a deal over the late icon’s worldwide hits.Excluding the UK, it will cover the likes of classic hits such as ‘Can’t Help Falling In Love’, ‘It’s Now Or Never’, ‘Memories’, ‘A Little Less Conversation’, ‘Don’t Be Cruel’, ‘Jailhouse Rock’, ‘Love Me Tender’, ‘Viva Las Vegas’, ‘Teddy Bar’, ‘Amazing Grace’, ‘All Shook Up’ and ‘Tears On My Pillow’.Marc Cimino, Chief Operating Officer at UMPG, said: “Elvis Presley has had an unprecedented and lasting global impact on music and pop culture. Jody Gerson and I, along with UMPG’s teams around the world, couldn’t be more excited and honoured to work with ABG in making sure that Elvis’ iconic legacy endures for generations to come.”“2022 is shaping up to be a banner year for Elvis, highlighted by the highly-anticipated theatrical release this June of Elvis directed by Baz Luhrmann, as well as the debut of Netflix’s upcoming animated action series Agent King,” said Marc Rosen, President, Entertainment at ABG.
Jimmie Allen, Little Big Town & Monica Walk The Pink Carpet Ahead of Their Performance at CMT Music Awards 2022!
Little Big Town hit the red carpet together for the 2022 CMT Music Awards on Monday (April 11) at the Nashville Municipal Auditorium in Nashville, Tenn.
Gary Coleman chased Molly Shannon around hotel, put hands under her shirt
Hello Molly,” out Tuesday, how she was visiting Los Angeles in 1987 and had just been signed by Coleman’s agent, Mark Randall. Coleman had just left his sitcom and was still hugely popular.“I was over the moon,” writes Shannon, then an NYU student. “If he signs me, I thought, his clients will be me and Gary Coleman! I’ll have a talent agent who represents Gary Coleman.”In the fall of 1987, when Shannon was back in school, Randall asked if she wanted to meet him and Coleman for tea at the Plaza Hotel.
John Lennon 'hated' Elvis Presley's new single - 'Don't like him anymore'
John Lennon abandoned the rest of The Beatles to appear on the BBC TV show Jukebox Jury. During the show, Lennon was tasked with judging the latest and greatest singles from the music world.
Bus driver loses tooth in unprovoked attack - police now want to speak to this man
A bus driver lost a tooth following an unprovoked attack in Wigan .
Elvis: ‘Disgusting! I was turned off' Priscilla's shocking first impressions of The King
Elvis Presley had to put a pause on his music and movie career for two years of US Army service in West Germany. During his time overseas from 1958-60, The King had many flings as a handsome young pop star but he was particularly taken by the 14-year-old Priscilla Beaulieu, who he met at a party. Fans know just how romantically struck the future husband and wife were with each other, but before being charmed by the star, the teenage girl was not impressed at all.
Cannes Confirms ‘Elvis’ World Premiere, Unveils New Image of Austin Butler as Rock and Roll King
Variety has previously reported, “Elvis” Baz Luhrmann’s drama about the rock-and-roll legend Elvis Presley, starring Austin Butler (“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood”) and Tom Hanks, will have its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in May.Cannes confirmed the premiere on Tuesday, adding that Luhrmann, Hanks and Butler will attend the premiere screening alongside Olivia DeJonge (“The Visit”), who plays Priscilla Presley in the biopic. They also released a new image of Butler as Elvis.The film is set for North American release on June 24 through Warner Bros.