Music
Steve Lawrence, One Half Of Popular Singing Duo Steve & Eydie, Dead At 88
Steve Lawrence, a Grammy and Emmy-winning pop singer who frequently performed with his late wife Eydie Gormé as the pair Stevie & Eydie, died Thursday, according to a statement from his publicist distributed to several sites.
He was 88.
Susan DuBow, Lawrence’s spokeswoman, reported his death in Los Angeles from Alzheimer’s illness. CNN has contacted DuBow for comment.
Steve Lawrence, One Half Of Popular Singing Duo Steve & Eydie, Dead At 88
David Lawrence, his son and a composer, said in a press release shared with Deadline: “My father was an inspiration to so many people. But, to me, he was just a nice, gorgeous, and hilariously amusing guy who sang frequently, sometimes alone, sometimes with his immensely gifted wife. I consider myself extremely fortunate to have him as a father, and I am immensely pleased to be his son. “I hope his contributions to the entertainment industry will be remembered for many years.
Carol Burnett, whose variety show Lawrence frequented in the 1970s, recalled him.
“Steve was one of the most popular guests on my variety show, appearing 39 times. He was a good friend, and I considered him ‘family.’ “He will always be in my heart,” Burnett stated in an Instagram post.
Lawrence was also an actor who appeared in many films and television shows over his career, including “The Blues Brothers,” “The Nanny,” and “Two and a Half Men.”
Lawrence, born Sidney Liebowitz in Brooklyn, New York, began his musical career as the son of a cantor, singing and composing songs throughout his adolescence.
He was a teenager when he won the “Arthur Godfrey Talent Scouts” television show, which allowed him to sing for a week on Godfrey’s radio show.
Steve Lawrence, One Half Of Popular Singing Duo Steve & Eydie, Dead At 88
In 1952, the silky balladeer recorded the single “Poinciana” under the stage name “Steve Lawrence”. Soon after, he became a regular on Steve Allen’s New York show, which later became “Tonight” when it went nationwide in 1954.
Lawrence met singer and fellow cast member Eydie Gormé then, and the two married in 1957. The following year, Lawrence was drafted into the United States Army, where he sang in the army band.
As a solo performer, he scored successes like “Go Away Little Girl,” “Pretty Blue Eyes,” and “Party Doll.”
He and his wife were well-known for their repertoire of American favourites when rock and roll were gaining popularity.
The couple starred together in the Broadway musical “Golden Rainbow” in the late 1960s, and a song from that production, “I’ve Gotta Be Me,” became well-known as part of their duet act.
Steve Lawrence, One Half Of Popular Singing Duo Steve & Eydie, Dead At 88
As Steve and Eydie, they rose to prominence on the variety TV show circuit and on stage in Las Vegas while maintaining independent careers.
Gormé, Lawrence’s partner and father of two sons, died in 2013.
SOURCE – (CNN)
Celebrity
American Who Made Social Media Threats Against Taylor Swift Detained Ahead Of German Concert
BERLIN — An American man who made threats against Taylor Swift on social media was seized before her first concert in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, and will be held in custody until her gigs there end, authorities said Thursday.
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American Who Made Social Media Threats Against Taylor Swift Detained Ahead Of German Concert
According to police, the accused stalker, a 34-year-old whose name has not been disclosed, had a ticket to Taylor’s concert at Gelsenkirchen’s Veltins-Arena on Wednesday. They stated that he was detained at event admission checks because an early assessment could not completely rule out a risk.
According to police, the man threatened Taylor and her partner on social media. They say he was detained after receiving tips from the event’s organizers.
The American superstar will perform in Gelsenkirchen on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday as part of her Eras tour. According to authorities, a local court has ordered that the suspected stalker be detained until Saturday.
They went on to say that Swift and the audience were always safe. The event drew approximately 60,000 people on Wednesday evening and went off without incident.
American Who Made Social Media Threats Against Taylor Swift Detained Ahead Of German Concert
Before the concerts, Gelsenkirchen temporarily renamed the town “Swiftkirchen” and honored the singer on a “Walk of Fame” dedicated to local luminaries.
Taylor has plans to perform in two more German cities after Gelsenkirchen: Hamburg and Munich.
SOURCE | AP
Nobody puts Britney Spears in a corner.
The singer was highlighted on a recent episode of “The Osbournes Podcast,” in which Ozzy Osbourne stated that he was “fed up with seeing poor old Britney Spears dancing on social media.”
“You know, it’s sad,” the renowned rocker admitted. “Very, very sad.”
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Britney Spears Has A Message For Ozzy Osbourne After He Called Her Dancing ‘Sad’
His family agreed, including his wife Sharon and older children Kelly and Jack Osbourne.
Britney, who routinely posts videos of herself dancing on social media, noticed and responded with a lengthy comment.
She began her essay by mentioning Kate Beckinsale’s 2001 film Serendipity and stating that “incredibly cruel people were talking about [Beckinsale] needs more age-appropriate content.” Beckinsale, who is in her fifties (as Britney also highlighted), has been known to confront social media bullies.
Britney then reacted to the Osbournes’ complaints. She stated that she rarely dances and responded to Sharon Osbourne’s description of her as “a poor little thing” by saying, “I’m not poor at all!!!”
Britney Spears Has A Message For Ozzy Osbourne After He Called Her Dancing ‘Sad’
“I taught dance lessons to a few adolescents last week… Spears wrote, “A lot of the kids were too thin, and some were too big.” “I know what it’s like to be judged, so it’s a ridiculous and stupid subject initially, but I think it’s important to HELP EACH OTHER and invite each other to places that help our souls to grow!!!”
Spears closed her email to the Osbournes, whom she described as “the most boring family known to mankind,” by ordering them to “kindly f**k off.”
SOURCE | CNN
Tenacious D, the comedic rock duo comprised of Jack Black and Kyle Gass, has postponed the remainder of their tour following Gass’ remarks about the murder attempt on Donald Trump.
On Sunday, while onstage at a concert in Sydney, Black presented Gass with a birthday cake and urged him to “make a wish”. Gass responded, “Don’t miss Trump next time,” an apparent reference to the previous day’s rally shooting, which left the former president with a damaged ear. The footage of Gass was widely shared on social media.
Jack Black Ends Tenacious D Tour After Bandmate’s Trump Shooting Comment
“What was mentioned during the broadcast on Sunday caught me off guard. “I would never condone hate speech or encourage political violence in any way,” Black wrote in an Instagram post on Tuesday. “After much thought, I no longer believe it is right to continue the Tenacious D tour, and any future creative plans are paused. I appreciate the fans’ support and understanding.”
Following Black’s statement, Gass apologized on Instagram.
“The line I improvised Sunday night in Sydney was highly inappropriate, dangerous and a terrible mistake,” the comedian wrote Tuesday. “I condemn all forms of violence against anyone. What happened was a tragedy, and I sincerely apologize for my lack of judgment.”
The band recently finished touring in the United States and Europe. Their “Spicy Meatball Tour” is set to resume Tuesday night in Newcastle. This month, they will visit most major cities in Australia and New Zealand before returning to the United States for a few chosen dates in October.
Jack Black Ends Tenacious D Tour After Bandmate’s Trump Shooting Comment
“Frontier Touring regret to advise that Tenacious D’s concert tonight at Newcastle Entertainment Centre has been postponed,” their touring firm stated on Instagram Tuesday. “Ticket holders are asked to hold onto their tickets until further information is available.”
A band representative referred the Associated Press to Black’s remark when approached for further comment. Details about reimbursements for the remaining tour dates were not immediately available.
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