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Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Singer George 'Fiji'Veikoso who co-wrote Baywatch Hawaii theme song dies aged 55 as heartbroken fans pay tribute to 'king of Polynesian music'
The musician who composed the theme for Baywatch: Hawaii, George ' Fiji ' Veikoso, has died at the age of 55. George passed away on Wednesday surrounded by his family on the island nation of Fiji where he was born, according to Hawaii News Now. His death was announed by the Polynesian News Network who said in a statement: 'He was a movement, a voice for the people, a light in the dark. 'There was, and always will be, only one Fiji. His music wasn't just something we listened to.' Born in 1970, George grew up singing in church and moved to Hawaii in 1987. He released his first album, Evolution, in 1994 while his second, Born & Raised, topped the charts in 1996. The musician co-wrote the theme tune for Baywatch Hawaii - which starred Jason Mamoa - and was filmed on the island from 1999 to 2001. He also tried his hand at acting, appearing in the 2002 surfer film Blue Crush alongside Kate Bosworth and Michelle Rodriguez. In 2014, he was awarded the Best Pacific International Artist Award at the Pacific Music Awards. In 2021, he accepted a Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to the Polynesian reggae stream. Fans took to social media to pay tribute to George following the news of his passing. They wrote: 'Man this one is tough. RIL George 'Fiji' Veikoso. Thank you for blessing the world with your voice and your music. One of the most talented Polynesian artists to ever do it. Your sound, your soul, your legacy will live on.' Fans took to social media to pay tribute to George following the news of his passing Another added: 'George 'Fiji' Veikoso has passed on. A true son of Fiji. Your melodies will always remain a timeless echo of your passion, your talent and the beauty you shared with the world. 'Thank you for the songs, the memories, and the inspiration. You will never be forgotten.' Others added: 'Wow so young, thoughts and prayers to his family'... 'Dang! So young too'... 'Wow, so young!! RIP'... 'Rest in peace to the king of Polynesian music'.
The Sun
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Nepo baby with A-list Hollywood dad and sitcom star mum walks the red carpet – can you guess his famous parents?
A NEPO-BABY with an A-list Hollywood actor dad and sitcom star mum looked a chip off the old block as he walked the red carpet. The 16-year-old stepped out for the premiere of his father's new Apple TV+ series and they were joined by his 17-year-old sister. 3 3 3 It's no surprise that the teen seemed right at home in front of the photographers while posing alongside the actor, who looked every inch the proud dad. Jason Mamoa beamed as he stood with son Nakoa-Wolf and daughter Lola to mark the release of Chief of War in Hawaii. He shares both of them with ex-wife Lisa Bonet, who shot to fame as Denise Huxtable in The Crosby Show in 1984. Jason, 45, and his teenage children co-ordinated their looks for the big day. In the new series, Jason plays war chief Ka'iana who is working to unite warring islands against colonizers. And Nakoa-Wolf is set to follow in his parents' footsteps after landing a part in Dune 3. Discussing his son's career choice, Jason told Entertainment Tonight: 'This, this kid, what the hell? 'I'm like, no, no, you can't act. No, you're not gonna be in. And then he literally—and he did it on his own. 'He's ready for the— I mean, listen, he's going to be way better than I have ever been, so I'm like that's what you want for your children. Jason added: 'He's loud like his father, so it's like we have that in common.' Jason Mamoa's iconic Rolls-Royce Phantom II transformed into 'whisper quiet' ride after huge transformation Lisa, 57, filed for divorce from Jason last year, two years after the couple announced their split. At the time, they said in a joint statement: "We have all felt the squeeze and changes of these transformational times. A revolution is unfolding - and our family is of no exception. "Feeling and growing from the seismic shifts occurring. And so, we share our family news. That we are parting ways in marriage."
Tom's Guide
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
How to watch 'A Minecraft Movie' online and from anywhere
Barely two months after it originally hit movie theaters, "A Minecraft Movie" is already coming to streaming in various Steve-loving territories around the globe. Here's how you can watch "A Minecraft Movie" online and from anywhere with a VPN. "A Minecraft Movie" gets its U.S. streaming premiere on Friday, June 20.• U.S. — HBO/Max on Prime Video• Watch anywhere — try NordVPN risk-free When "Minecraft" first hit video game screens in 2011, the developers could hardly have imagined it would develop into a transcendent cultural phenomenon that would bridge generations. And, after the financial success of recent "Sonic the Hedgehog" and "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" adaptations, it was only a matter of time that its blocky stylings would transition from the small to big screen. Jason Mamoa ("Aquaman") and Jack Black ("School of Rock") are the stars of the show, with the latter taking on the role of familiar default avatar Steve. Together they must lead a team in the Overland to conquer the evils of the Nether — not to mention the occasional brush with a chicken jockey! Video game behemoth turned box office hit, "A Minecraft Movie" is set to be a streaming success as solid as a diamond pickaxe. Read on to discover how you can watch "A Minecraft Movie" online with all the streaming details you need below. "A Minecraft Movie" gets its U.S. streaming premiere on Friday, June 20, when it will hit HBO's online Max platform. Max prices start at $9.99/month. You can also subscribe to Max via Amazon Prime Video. The Max add-on costs $9.99/month after a 7-day free trial, on top of your Prime membership ($14.99/month after a 30-day free trial). Traveling outside the States? You'll need to use a VPN to unblock Max when abroad. If you want to watch on TV, "A Minecraft Movie" debuts on HBO on Saturday, June 21 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. If you're traveling overseas and "A Minecraft Movie" isn't streaming where you're currently located, that doesn't mean you have to miss the movie while you're away from home. With the right VPN (virtual private network), you can stream "A Minecraft Movie" from wherever you are. We've evaluated many options, and the best VPN you can get right now is NordVPN. It meets the VPN needs of the vast majority of users, offering outstanding compatibility with most devices and impressive connection speeds. You can try it risk-free for 30 days if you take advantage of NordVPN's no-quibble money-back guarantee. There's a good reason you've heard of NordVPN. We specialize in testing and reviewing VPN services and NordVPN is the one we rate best. It's outstanding at unblocking streaming services, it's fast and it has top-level security features too. With over 7,000 servers across 115+ countries, and at a great price too, it's easy to recommend. For a limited time only, new subscribers in the US and Canada can also get up to $50 of Amazon vouchers. Get over 70% off NordVPN with this deal Using a VPN is incredibly simple. 1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite. 2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're overseas and want to view a U.S. service, you'd select a U.S. server from the location list. 3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Head to your streaming service app — so Max via Prime Video, for example — and watch "A Minecraft Movie" online from wherever you are in the world. To access "A Minecraft Movie" in Canada you will need Crave which includes the majority of HBO content. Plans begin at CA$9.99/month for the mobile version with the premium ad-free coming in at $22.99/month. Outside Canada right now? Use one of the best VPNs to log in back home to use Crave as usual. Our favorite is NordVPN. The Max streaming platform still isn't due to come to the U.K. until 2026,. The knock-on effect is that "A Minecraft Movie" hasn't yet got a streaming platform in the country. It means those on vacation to the U.K. from somewhere that "A Minecraft Movie" is streaming will need a good streaming VPN to log in back home to use their domestic platform as they will be geo-blocked when not at home. Alternatively, several of the usual VOD platforms (e.g. Amazon Prime, Sky Store, Apple TV, etc) have "A Minecraft Movie" available to rent or buy from £16.99. Aussies will be able to watch "A Minecraft Movie" exclusively on the recently launched Max streaming service Down Under. We're expecting it to become available on the same day as it does in the U.S. — Friday, June 20. The Max price in Australia costs from $11.99/month, with pricier options available to add extra devices, enable downloadable content and upgrade to 4K and Dolby Atmos. Note that if you're an existing Foxtel subscriber, you get online access to the Max Basic with Ads plan for free. The official Warner Bros. "A Minecraft Movie" trailer dropped on February 27. You can watch it below: We test and review VPN services in the context of legal recreational uses. For example: 1. Accessing a service from another country (subject to the terms and conditions of that service). 2. Protecting your online security and strengthening your online privacy when abroad. We do not support or condone the illegal or malicious use of VPN services. Consuming pirated content that is paid-for is neither endorsed nor approved by Future Publishing.
NBC News
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
'Chicken jockey' stunts at 'Minecraft Movie' screenings create chaos, new rules at theaters
After young moviegoers caused an "unfortunate situation" as part of a disruptive and chaotic "chicken jockey" trend during a screening of "A Minecraft Movie," a New Jersey movie theater has banned children from seeing the film without an adult. The Township Theater in Washington Township, Jersey, announced Saturday that all minors who want to see the movie must have a parent or adult with them after an incident Friday night involving a group of unsupervised boys who 'engaged in completely unacceptable behavior, including vandalism.' The theater said the behavior resulted in multiple complaints. The theater warned: 'unaccompanied groups of boys will not be admitted.' 'If your son was at Township Theatre last night, we strongly encourage you to have a conversation with him about his behavior. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe, respectful, and enjoyable environment for all of our guests,' the theater said on Facebook. 'A Minecraft Movie,' based on the wildly popular video game, opened in theaters Friday and stars Jack Black and Jason Mamoa.
