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Daily Mail
an hour ago
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- Daily Mail
Sabrina Carpenter shows her support for former love rival Olivia Rodrigo at her BST Hyde Park gig - four years after their alleged feud over mutual ex Josh Bassett
Sabrina Carpenter showed her support for former love rival Olivia Rodrigo as she attended her BST Hyde Park gig in London on Friday. The Espresso hitmaker, 26, could be seen smiling and dancing along as Olivia, 22, took to the stage to headline the festival in the capital. The pair share a mutual ex-boyfriend in the form of Joshua Bassett, 24, with the singers embroiled in awkward love triangle rumours back in 2020/2021 amid their romances with the actor. However, Sabrina appeared to have put their alleged feud firmly behind her as she happily sipped on a glass of wine while enjoying the show. Slipping into a semi-sheer baby doll dress and black glasses, the US songstress - who is headlining the same festival next week - looked in great spirits as she watched from a balcony. Meanwhile, Olivia was on fine form as she strutted her stuff on stage, with one look seeing her stun in a tiny silver fringed crop top and matching mini skirt. She was later joined on the stage by surprise guest Ed Sheeran, 34, for a duet of his mega 2011 hit The A Team. Together the pair strummed their guitars while belting out the iconic lyrics while the 65,000 strong audience cheered in delight. Joshua has long been rumored to be the subject of Olivia's January 2021 breakup ballad Driver's License, which catapulted her to superstardom. The pair reportedly dated while shooting the first two seasons of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, which premiered on Disney+ in 2019. Due to the assumptions made about the song, Joshua became a target online to Rodrigo's protective fanbase. Fans also suspected that Carpenter was the 'other woman' referenced in the song's lyrics as Olivia notably sings about 'that blonde girl' who 'made [her] doubt' the relationship. She also notes in the lyrics that the unnamed blonde is 'much older than me.' Olivia is 22 and Sabrina is 26. Sabrina, who also got her start on Disney Channel, was reportedly linked to Joshua in mid-2020 but they were broken up by 2021. However, Sabrina appeared to have put their alleged feud firmly behind her as she happily sipped on a glass of wine while enjoying the show Sabrina couldn't keep the smile off her face amid Olivia's gig Olivia and her ex Joshua have never publicly confirmed or denied anything relating to their alleged romance and breakup. The Deja Vu singer is now happily dating 22-year-old actor Louis Partridge, while Sabrina was in a high-profile romance with Barry Keoghan throughout 2024. It was a busy day for Sabrina as just hours earlier, she looked uncharacteristically conservative in a grey pleated skirt suit at the star-studded Dior Homme Menswear during Paris Fashion Week. The singer was the epitome of chic as she rocked an elegant grey blazer that cinched her in at the waist, teamed with a knee-length pleated skirt. Her look was a far cry from the risqué outfits she usually slips into when performing on stage. Sabrina boosted her height in a pair of nude peep-toe heels, while her blonde locks were kept off her face with a simple black hair slide. The Please Please Please hitmaker showed off her demure look as she greeted fans while arriving at the show to check out the Spring-Summer 2026 collection. Sabrina was in great company at the fashion show as a number of A-listers were in attendance including Rihanna, Donatella Versace, Daniel Craig and Robert Pattinson.
Daily Mail
13 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
Olivia Rodrigo leaves crowd stunned as she welcomes surprise superstar guest Ed Sheeran on stage and duet one of his mega hits at BST Hyde Park
the BST crowd stunned when she welcomed surprise superstar guest Ed Sheeran on stage during her set at Hyde Park set on Friday. The American songstress, 22, sent fans wild and joined the singer songwriter, 34, in a duet of his mega 2011 hit The A Team. Together the pair played their guitars while belting out the iconic lyrics while the 65,000 audience cheered in delight.
The Sun
15 hours ago
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- The Sun
Olivia Rodrigo sends fans wild as she brings out Ed Sheeran at huge sold out BST gig ahead of Glastonbury slot
OLIVIA Rodrigo sent her fans wild tonight when she surprised them by bringing out Ed Sheeran at her sold out BST gig in Hyde Park. Just two days before she closes Glastonbury Festival, Olivia proved why she's one of the best pop stars on the planet with a set jam-packed with catchy, angsty anthems. 5 5 5 And superstar Ed's cameo was the icing on the cake of a glorious sunny day in the capital. Drivers License singer Olivia, 22, dressed to impress for her huge headline show, kicking off in a black sequined leotard. Ahead of the performance, she was able to unwind in her own private sanctuary with organisers adapting the backstage area with wildflower planters. And it was much needed as Olivia used up every ounce of energy in a lively set split into three parts. It was in the final part that Ed came out for a rendition of his early hit The A Team, having watched the show from the side of the stage. Olivia introduced him as "one of the best songwriters of all time". There were famous faces in the crowd including James Corden, who stood beside Olivia's boyfriend Louis Partridge, and Sabrina Carpenter, who will perform on the same stage next week. Ed's no stranger to guest appearances, having stepped on stage with everyone from Limp Bizkit to Stormzy and Taylor Swift. And his acoustic anthem lent itself perfectly to California girl Olivia's meteoric rise to fame has taken her from Disney Channel starlet to 46million monthly listeners on Spotify, 14 Grammy nominations and collaborations with David Byrne and Lily Allen. Olivia Rodrigo praised for her 'iconic' FireAid performance - but fans all have the same complaint In 2016, Olivia was cast in Disney's Bizaardvark and three years later she starred in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, a mockumentary that sees a bunch of teens putting on a stage production of the hit. Between High School Musical takes, the young actress worked away on her guitar, writing more music, until eventually Disney bosses invited her to create an original song for her character to sing in the show. The piano ballad that emerged — All I Want — went viral, and she was soon in line for a record deal. But unlike others who went from Disney favourite to superstar, such as Miley Cyrus and Selena Gomez, Olivia shunned the in-house label and decided to do things her own way. Everything changed overnight in January 2021 when Olivia released her debut single Drivers License in the middle of winter lockdown. It became the first song on Spotify to hit 80million streams in just seven days. The tune also shot straight to No1 on charts globally and propelled her into what she called a 'crash course in adulthood'. 'That was the craziest time of my life,' she said back then. 'I was sitting in a grocery store parking lot, and I called my A&R guy. 'It had just gone No 1 on Apple music, which is hard for a pop act to do. 'We were looking at each other on FaceTime, speechless. 'That was the moment I knew that it was going to be something bigger than I expected.' Her second single, Deja Vu, was certified four times platinum in the States, then May 2021 saw the release of her debut album Sour, with pop-punk hit Good 4 U going six times platinum in the US. She earned rave reviews from critics, while artists including Taylor Swift and Avril Lavigne heaped praise upon her. Her first live performance in the UK was at the Brit awards in 2021, while her festival debut here was at Glastonbury the following year. In just a few short years, she's now at the very top of the pile, holding her own beside fellow headliners The 1975 and Neil Young. 5 5
Yahoo
18 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Glastonbury fans declare the 'best thing to happen' as they 'work out' identity of secret performer
Glastonbury Festival fans and attendees believe they've figured the identity of one of the enigmatic 'TBA' (to be announced) slots that's due to take place at the event today (Friday, June 27). While many people have been trying to unravel the mystery surrounding the act known as Patchwork appearing on the Pyramid Stage on Saturday night (June 28), speculation has continued over the elusive 'TBA' act. Many eagle-eyed fans noticed a short gap on the Pyramid Stage on Friday, lasting just 35 minutes between 4.55pm and 5.30pm. Rumours circulated about the likes of Radiohead, Ed Sheeran, Lorde and Lewis Capaldi were all thrown into the mix. However it appears that to be all but confirmed that the TBA slot will be none other than the Glasgow-based singer, Lewis Capaldi. Posts appeared on social media earlier this week of two billboards, one in Somerset and one in Lewis' hometown of Glasgow, with mysterious lyrics and a phone number. READ MORE: Steps star shares reason why the hit pop group rejected iconic Glastonbury gig READ MORE: First-ever musical act broadcast at Glastonbury Festival recalls 'amazing experience' A post shared by @thearchbishopofbanterbury from a user called John read: 'Two mysterious billboards have popped up overnight, one at the site of Glastonbury festival and one in Glasgow.' The billboards read, 'I've had my share of Monday mornings when I can't get up,' and 'I refuse to spend my best year rotting in the sun'. To add more fuel to the fire, Lewis launched his return to the music scene, releasing a sneak peak of his new song 'Survive' at midnight on Friday. In an Instagram post, the singer wrote: 'It's been a while…' View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Archbishop of Banterbury(@thearchbishopofbanterbury) Fan account Secret Glasto appeared to validate the rumours, encouraging fans to watch Lewis' return. The account wrote: 'Already widely known, but Lewis Capaldi will be playing the TBA on he Pyramid stage between 1655–1730. He's had a tough few years so go give him some Glastonbury love.' Glastonbury fans shared some love for the singer, with Dave writing on X (formerly known as Twitter): 'Good to see lewis capaldi back, was in the crowd last time at glastonbury and could see how much he was struggling. Hope he smashes it today back there.' Coral agreed: 'The best thing that can happen today is for Lewis Capaldi to make a comeback on Glastonbury pyramid stage. The love he will feel will be another level, his new song today…' Lewis last appeared at Glastonbury in 2023, where he was seen struggling to continue singing due to the impact of his Tourette's. The crowd continued to sing his songs back to him. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lewis Capaldi (@lewiscapaldi) Later on the singer addressed his performance, announcing a break from touring for the foreseeable future. In an Instagram post, he wrote: 'Hello everyone. First of all, thank you to Glastonbury for having me, for singing along when I needed it and for all the amazing messages afterwards. It really does mean the world. 'The fact that this probably won't come as a surprise doesn't make it any easier to write, but I'm very sorry to let you know I'm going to be taking a break from touring for the foreseeable future. 'I used to be able to enjoy every second of shows like this and I'd hoped 3 weeks away would sort me out. But the truth is I'm still learning to adjust to the impact of my Tourette's and on Saturday it became obvious that I need to spend much more time getting my mental and physical health in order, so I can keep doing everything I love for a long time to come. 'I know I'm incredibly fortunate to be able to take some time out when others can't and I'd like to thank my amazing family, friends, team, medical professionals and all of your who've been so supportive every step of the way through the good times and even more so during this past year when I've needed it more than ever. 'I'm so incredibly sorry to everyone who had planned to come to a shower before the end of the year but I need to feel well to perform at the standard you all deserve. Playing for you every night is all I've ever dreamed of so this has been the most difficult decision of my life. I'll be back as soon as I possibly can. 'All my love, always, Lewis.' Lorde has also appeared to self-confirm her appearance on the Woodsies stage at 11.30pm on Friday. She shared a snapshot of the iconic tent to her Instagram story followed by the message, '11.30am BST'. For information about how to watch Glastonbury from the comfort of your own home, read here. If you want ideas and inspiration to plan your next UK adventure plus selected offers and competitions, sign up for our 2Chill weekly newsletter here
Forbes
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘F1': Brad Pitt's New Blockbuster Comes With A Killer Soundtrack
Apple's F1 movie aims for a cultural splash with a soundtrack featuring Doja Cat, Ed Sheeran, Rosé, ... More and Hans Zimmer, blending pop, rap, and electronic sounds. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 16: Brad Pitt attends the World Premiere of F1® The Movie in Times Square on June 16, 2025 in New York City. (Photo byfor Warner Bros. Pictures) For decades, a hit movie soundtrack has had the power to launch a film beyond the big screen and into the pop culture conversation at a much deeper level. From Saturday Night Fever to the Bodyguard to Despicable Me 2 via Pharrell Williams's 'Happy,' audiences don't just remember the stories, they hum the songs for years, or perhaps even decades after the movie leaves theaters. This summer, Apple and Atlantic Records are betting that F1, Joseph Kosinski's adrenaline-fueled look at the world's fastest sport, will continue that tradition. Judging by the ambitious, cross-genre soundtrack — which is packed with original tunes from superstars like Doja Cat, Chris Stapleton, Ed Sheeran, Tate McRae and Rosé — the odds look good. Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer – who knows a thing or two about placing a smash song into a film – and directed by Kosinski, F1 was always envisioned as a global spectacle. It wasn't until production began on real racetracks across the world that Kosinski realized how important a role music would play in the film. 'That came from going to a bunch of races and seeing how much there is kind of soundtrack to them,' he explained during a recent conversation about F1. 'There's almost like a festival — [there's]That global spirit is more than a marketing slogan. For Atlantic Records, the label behind the Barbie and Twisters soundtracks, the goal was to create an album that could stand on its own, while also feeling organically tied to the film, as the projects connected to those two previous blockbusters became. Kevin Weaver, Atlantic's President, said he and David Taylor, Head of Music, Apple TV+ & Original Films, were deliberate from the outset. 'F1 is a massive global brand,' Weaver shared. 'We really were deliberate in trying to A&R and aggregate new music that felt very global and very broad and hit multiple genres.' Taylor echoed that focus on worldwide authenticity, saying, 'The teams are a huge part of the community and culture of F1, and music is a universal language… We let the movie help guide us with how to…find artists and music that feels representative.' It's a strategy that sounds and feels like it will pay off. F1 features 15 original songs in the film and 17 on the official soundtrack, and the bevy of tunes includes pop, rap, Latin, Afrobeat, and electronic influences. That cross-genre approach to curating the album mirrors the vibe of Formula 1 itself. 'Similar to that of the drivers — if you look at them, they're from all different countries, they all have their music tastes,' Taylor noted. The film's most high-profile musical moment comes in the form of 'Lose My Mind,' an anthem crafted from a collaboration between Hans Zimmer, Doja Cat, Don Toliver, and producer Ryan Tedder. The song started as a cinematic theme Zimmer composed, the kind that carries a melody tailor-made not just for an action-packed summer flick, but also a top-notch pop song. 'Hans had a rough of the F1 movie theme,' Weaver recalled. 'We had set out to see if there was a path to accomplish taking that, interpolating it, flipping it, and turning it into a modern kind of pop-type anthem record.' Taylor added, 'We just iterated, iterated, and it turned out great.' 'Lose My Mind' served as the lead single from F1, and the pop/dance/rapped hybrid earns a very special spot in the movie itself. So far, the track hasn't become a breakout smash – it peaked at No. 20 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 – but the release of the movie itself may change the cut's fate. The process of finding the right music for the hugely-anticipated movie was nothing new for Kosinski, as the director is already known for his use of sound and songs. From the futuristic tones of Tron: Legacy to the M83-created score for Oblivion, or the nostalgic score of Top Gun: Maverick, he's managed to do so before – and he relied on a genre he's focused on in the past. 'Electronic music actually has the ability to do that,' Kosinski explained while discussing the difficulty that comes with finding songs and a score to rise above the roar of car engines. 'Which is why even parts of the score that Hans did are very electronic… He was excited to go back, fire up the old synth collection, and build a score using that kind of palette.' F1's chances of becoming commercially successful on the music front are helped by Atlantic, which has become something of a go-to label for blockbuster soundtracks. The company's recent success with Barbie and Twisters in back-to-back years not only set a high bar, but established a business model where music drives cultural conversation, and helps generate long-term interest in the movie. Bruckheimer, who has been in the producer's chair for a number of films that claim some of the most memorable soundtracks of the past 40 years, praised the partnership. 'Kevin's a very enthusiastic guy and he delivers, and that's what you want,' he said. 'You want somebody who's got great musical taste and delivers what you need.' But even with all the planning and star power, Bruckheimer insisted that the priority was always the film itself, and not just about scoring a chart smash or earning award nominations. 'It's always about the emotion that the song creates in the scene and playing it,' he stated. 'And if it becomes a huge hit, that's fantastic…but the movie's got to work. If the movie works, the music — everything — works.' Still, no one denies that a hit song can elevate a movie's legacy. Bruckheimer has seen it firsthand, via films like Top Gun, Flashdance, Armageddon, American Gigolo and countless others. 'I think it helps if you have a song that's moving up on the charts,' he said. 'It certainly helps promoting the movie, and we'll use it in advertising.' Kosinski agreed, describing how the right tune can push a project beyond its core audience: 'Music has this amazing ability to spread far and wide," and the director added the music can sometimes be 'bigger than the film." 'Some of my favorite albums are film scores and soundtracks.' The result is an album that feels as big as the film itself. When audiences sit down to watch Brad Pitt and Damson Idris speed down racetracks in countries all around the world, they'll hear songs designed to perfectly match the scope and size of the picture. Everything is big and loud – the way a summer blockbuster is supposed to be. The soundtrack's diversity also means there's a good chance at least one of its tracks will break out into the mainstream, and perhaps even earn some love months from now at major award ceremonies, like the Golden Globes, the Grammys, and, perhaps most important of all, the Academy Awards. Whether any single track will become this year's 'Dance the Night," 'What Was I Made For?' or "Ain't No Love in Oklahoma" is yet to be seen, but even before its official release, F1 is on the precipice of showing that a blockbuster film with a world-class soundtrack is still one of the most powerful combinations in entertainment. There's a lot of excitement around the movie, as well as massive expectations – and hopes that the music will help the project remain culturally relevant long after the summer is over.
