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Phoebe Bridgers Hits First Solo No.1 Album From Hospital Bed, Reschedules UK Shows to December
Phoebe Bridgers' third album "Lost Weekend" debuted at No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart while she was hospitalized with appendicitis. The Kingston, Brighton, and Bristol shows that were canceled due to her illness have been confirmed to be rescheduled for December.
'Dune: Part Three' Ticket Rush Crashes Booking Systems as 71-Minute IMAX Footage Debuts
Denis Villeneuve's "Dune: Part Three" caused ticketing systems to crash instantly after early-bird sales opened, while a 71-minute expanded-aspect-ratio segment shot on IMAX cameras was also released. The film gets an early launch in U.S. 70mm IMAX theaters starting December 14.
Lily Allen Fires Back at "No Interaction" Criticism: Talking Would Ruin the Show
On the "West End Girl" tour, Lily Allen lip-syncs to a backing track throughout and never speaks to the audience. Facing criticism that she's "too cold," she says talking would pull her out of character and ruin the integrity of the entire performance.
Laufey's 'A Very Laufey Day' Turns Four With String Candlelight Concerts in 75 Cities
Laufey will hold the fourth "A Very Laufey Day" on August 23 across 25 countries and 75 cities under the theme "A Celebration of the Arts," featuring candlelight concerts in 10 cities, film screenings, and fan meet-ups. She told the Associated Press about wanting to close the gap between fans and high culture.
Christopher Lee Calls Chris Wu a 'Closet Flirt' in Bad Blood Cleaners
Netflix crime series "Bad Blood Cleaners" has released character featurettes, with Christopher Lee and Chris Wu playing an odd-couple pair of "cleaners"—one older, one younger—whose age and background contrast make them the show's most compelling duo. The series premieres September 17.
Spotify's Hidden Ticket: Only 'Top Listeners' Can Attend These Hometown Shows
Spotify is launching its "Hometown" concert series, with Jorja Smith, Nemzzz, and Beabadoobee returning to their hometowns for shows this September. Tickets won't be sold to the public — only each artist's top listeners will be invited.
Reading & Leeds 2026 Drops Full Stage Times — Leeds Gets Its First-Ever Thursday Show
Florence + The Machine, Charli XCX, Fontaines D.C., Dave, RAYE and Chase & Status take turns headlining the main stages at both sites, as Leeds is approved for a Thursday show for the first time ever and the main stage gets a full rebrand.
Paris Jackson Opens Up About Septum Hole from Drug Use, Six Years Sober
Ahead of her new album *Happiest Day Of My Life* dropping this Friday, Paris Jackson opened up on a podcast about the hole in her septum left by drug use, describing the scar as something that whistles and lets you see straight through.
Robin Williams' Instagram Revived After 12 Years, His Kids Fight AI Deepfakes with Real Footage
Twelve years after Robin Williams passed away, his three children Zak, Zelda, and Cody have reactivated his Instagram account—not for nostalgia, but to dilute the flood of AI deepfake content online with authentic material.
'KPop Demon Hunters' Joins the Criterion Collection, Director-Approved 4K and Blu-ray Arrive This December
Netflix's animated smash hit "KPop Demon Hunters" is getting a special Criterion 4K UHD and Blu-ray release on December 31st, now available for pre-order, with cover art starring HUNTR/X and fan-favorite side character Derpy.
Bruce Willis Makes a Rare Appearance in a Tender Black-and-White Photo at Daughter Tallulah's Wedding
Bruce Willis, who stepped away from acting three years ago, made a rare public appearance at daughter Tallulah's wedding to Justin Acee. A black-and-white photo released by Vogue has become the family's most tender public moment in recent years.
Ariana Grande Opens 10-Night London O2 Run in What May Be Her Final Tour Stretch Before Stepping Back
On August 15, Ariana Grande kicked off the first of ten London shows at The O2, marking the final leg of her tour before her team announced she'd be "stepping back from the spotlight." The stage recreated the surreal, ruin-strewn world of "Brighter Days Ahead."
'Heroes' Star Hayden Panettiere Dies Suddenly at Age 36
Hayden Panettiere, best known for "Heroes," the "Scream" franchise, and "Nashville," has died at age 36. Her father confirmed the news in a statement, though the cause of death has not yet been disclosed.
Stray Kids' THIS & THAT Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200, Ties Rolling Stones Record
Stray Kids' new album "THIS & THAT" topped the Billboard 200 with 369,000 units, making it nine-for-nine at No. 1 and tying The Rolling Stones' historic record.
How Sebastian Stan's Trump Performance in The Apprentice Got Under Everyone's Skin
Netflix's The Apprentice traces Trump's early rise, with Sebastian Stan watching 562 videos to prepare for the role — leading a co-star to refuse joint interviews, while Trump's legal team threatens to sue.
Fans Think They've Cracked the Fake Name Hidden in "Lost Weekend" Credits
Phoebe Bridgers just dropped the full credits for "Lost Weekend," her first album in six years, with Alex G, Conor Oberst, and the boygenius crew all on the list. But it's a mystery name called "Son-John Johnson" that's got everyone talking.
TWICE's Second Departure: Chaeyoung Stays with the Group, Launches New Project "LIL FANTASY"
Following Dahyun, TWICE's rap powerhouse Chaeyoung has also confirmed her contract termination with JYP via a handwritten letter—but she stressed the group won't be affected, while teasing her personal music project "LIL FANTASY."
Phoebe Bridgers Hosts Listening Party on Roller Skates: Her New Album Lives in Real Life, Not on Your Phone
Ahead of the release of "Lost Weekend," Phoebe Bridgers skated around a Los Angeles rink playing the record for fans, while personally explaining why she chose poster campaigns over online hype.
"The Apothecary Diaries" Season 3 Premieres October 2, Yorushika Takes on the Theme Song
Maomao and Jinshi's story is about to enter its third season, with the official reveal dropping a key visual, main PV, new character casting, and movie info all at once — here's what you need to know before the October 2 premiere.
Madonna Turns 68: London's Outernet Lights Up with Fan Messages
London's Outernet will launch a free interactive exhibition on August 16, projecting fan messages and photos for Madonna onto its 360-degree mega-screen to celebrate her 68th birthday—echoing her "Confessions II" party held at the same venue just last month.
Streetwear It-Girl Remu Suzumori Reveals Her Real Dream Was Becoming a Surgeon
From being spotted alongside Edison Chen as a streetwear darling to pulling all-nighters on an internal medicine ward as a nurse, one short video from Remu Suzumori just showed fans a whole other side of her beyond the camera.
Before Becoming Zelda, Bo Bragason Wanted to Play a "Bit of a Mess" British Girl First
22-year-old Bo Bragason is about to go global with the live-action Legend of Zelda movie, but first she's playing a British girl who's made a bit of a mess of her life in Megan Park's new Prime Video series, Sterling Point.
Stopped by Mexican Police, Matthew McConaughey Talked His Way Out with a "Wedding Planner" Namedrop
Matthew McConaughey revealed he got pulled over crossing the border late at night, and in a panic, brought up his 2001 rom-com "The Wedding Planner" with Jennifer Lopez — the officers ended up asking for a photo before letting him go.
Nicole Kidman Cameos in Music Video, Troye Sivan Says "The Feminine" Saved Him, Not Work or Men
Troye Sivan has announced his fourth studio album, She's the Best, set for release on October 9. The music video for the title track features a cameo from Nicole Kidman, and he describes the album as chaotic, layered, and alive.