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Geek Tyrant
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Johnny Knoxville Set to Host FEAR FACTOR Series Reboot at Fox — GeekTyrant
Jackass actor Johnny Knoxville is all too familiar with gross and outrageous stunts, making him the perfect host for Fox's revival of the popular competition program Fear Factor , in which contestants would take on outlandish assignments, such as jumping on to a moving vehicle or eating live insects. In the new Fox version, a group of contestants will live together in a remote location, and grapple not only with dares and stunts but social-media challenges as well. The series, slated to be called Fear Factor: The Next Chapter , is set to premiere during Fox's 2025-2026 season. Sharon Levy, Chief Executive Officer, Endemol Shine North America, said of the host and the new series: 'When you reimagine a series as legendary as 'Fear Factor,' you need a host who is the epitome of daring charisma and spectacle, and that's Johnny Knoxville personified. 'We'll be pushing fear and social strategy to places that will redefine reality competition, which makes Johnny the perfect host for what will be a wild, unforgettable ride, and we're beyond excited to see him unleash all the fear (and the fun) on our contestants and our viewers.' The series was originally hosted by Joe Rogan on NBC, then by Ludacris on MTV. Over the course of each episode, contestants vie for thousands of dollars by taking part in stunts that may involve physical challenges, gross-out demands and even extreme-action scenarios. Casting for the upcoming series open to people over the age of 18, who are residents of the U.S. or Canada. More information can be found at via: Variety
Daily Mirror
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Justin Bieber opens up about his 'anger issues' in candid Instagram post
Justin Bieber had taken a swipe at wife Hailey last month on social media amid a worrying period, during which fans have expressed their concern for the popstar Troubled popstar Justin Bieber has confessed to being "broken" and "angry". The singer opened up about his "anger issues" in a new post on Instagram, the latest in a string of self reflections he has uploaded in recent months. Fans have become concerned for the star's mental health after disturbing social media posts included close-up selfies and blurry images. But in a candid post today, Bieber, 31, said: "People keep telling me to heal. Don't you think if I could have fixed myself, I would have already? I know I'm broken. I know I have anger issues... I tried to do the work my whole life to be like the people who told me I needed to be fixed like them. And it just keeps making me more tired and more angry. The harder I try to grow, the more focused on myself I am. "Jesus is the only person who keeps me wanting to make my life about others. Because honestly, I'm exhausted with thinking about myself lately. Aren't you?" Concern has also been shared for Bieber's relationship with wife Hailey, following spats played out on social media. Bieber blanked his wife on Mother's Day and, consequently, she chose not to wish him a public happy Father's Day on Sunday. They married in South Carolina in September 2019 and, in August last year, model and socialite Hailey gave birth to a son. Since then, the Biebers have had anything but domestic bliss and, earlier this year, the Canadian popstar admitted on social media he struggles with feeling like a "fraud". It is a far cry from Bieber's heady days as a confident 16-year-old prodigy when Baby, his track with Ludacris, peaked at third in the UK charts and fifth in the US. He would, within five years, top both charts with What Do You Mean?, a fun and summery number blasted out at parties across the world. Fans - reminiscent of that successful Bieber era - took to social media themselves recently to post messages of support. One person said: "Awh good love him seriously struggling it's looking like Liam Payne and Britney [Spears] someone needs to help him before it's to late." As a second wrote: "So hard and sad to watch. Why are the people around him not helping him when he's clearly struggling. He's not clear at all and hurting." "Babe. Please go get help," another chimed in, as a fourth commented: "Omg men u need therapy ur case is serious." "Bro you're 31, get some therapy for your sons' sake. Or divorce Hailey then get therapy idk man but you need to get yourself together for Jack," one added, with another writing: "I love you and I'm praying for you. You're so many peoples idols. You have an amazing voice. You're a father, whatever you're going through I hope you can heal."
Edmunds
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- Edmunds
These Are the Most Popular Cars in Music
Hip-hop is rife with car references, more than any other modern genre. That's no surprise, as, like in rock music decades before it, cars represent success, status and self-expression in the stories of its songs. The influence goes beyond just name-dropping, though. In a song like Ludacris' 'Roll Out (My Business),' his Mercedes becomes part of the story. Benzes, Bentleys, Ferraris, Lamborghinis all assume character roles in many modern hip-hop lyrics, as rappers boast of the wealth they've amassed in order to afford them. Decades before, pop and rock artists used cars as symbols of freedom, rebellion, and romance in chart-topping hits and underground anthems. The Beach Boys rightfully get credit for mythologizing the early 1960s Southern California lifestyle in songs about surfing and driving, proclaiming their love for Ford hot rods ('Little Deuce Coupe') and Chevy V8 engines (' 409'). They weren't the only ones though, as a cottage industry of artists, records and songs about cars sprung up in the 1960s and 1970s, ranging from rockabilly artists like Vince Taylor, whose 'Brand New Cadillac' became a popular deep track when covered by The Clash, to Commander Cody's 'Hot Rod Lincoln.' Cars were even central to the birth of rock music. 'Rocket 88,' by singer Jackie Brenston and future soul superstar Ike Turner, was released in early 1951. It's widely considered one of the first 'rock' recordings for its vigorous shuffling beat, lively guitar and horn parts, and song structure that became a template for rock songs for the next two decades. Naturally, the song was about a car, in this case the Oldsmobile Rocket 88 that had been introduced only a couple of years earlier. Finally, one of the most famous songs of the 1980s was a lyrically loaded ode to love and romance wrapped in the metaphor of America's premier sports car. Prince's 'Little Red Corvette' cracked the Top 10 singles chart in the U.S., U.K., and Australia. In America, it reached number 6 in 1983. In 2016, following Prince's death, it reached Number 4. The single has sold nearly 1,000,000 copies to date. Trucks and tradition Hip-hop and rock artists love their luxury cars, sports cars, and hot rods, but country artists tend to prefer trucks as their mobile muses. Pickups are the original utility vehicles, combining strength, capability and dependability — themes that are also rich for material in country music lyrics. Our data shows a wide variety of truck mentions popping up across music genres, covering everything from classic pickups to luxury SUVs often called "trucks" in song lyrics. The Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado get plenty of shoutouts, showing their iconic status in American culture, especially in country and rock music. Even SUVs get an occasional nod. The Chevrolet Tahoe is the seventh-most mentioned song in the dataset, merging the widely recognized truck brand with its popular SUV model. Going a bit deeper, we looked at recent truck sales data to understand how popular trucks compare in the real world to their musical mentions. According to the latest data, the Ford F-Series dominates U.S. vehicle sales with 765,649 units sold in 2024, maintaining its place as America's best-selling truck. The Chevrolet Silverado follows closely, both results mirroring their prevalence in song lyrics. The relative absence of lyrics for Ram pickups, on the other hand, suggests Ram's marketing team has some work to do. From motors to monikers
Newsweek
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Hysterics As Millennial Mom Plays Her 90s Playlist for Teen Son: 'His Face'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Social-media users have hailed a millennial mom who is determined to educate her teenage son on some of the most-iconic 90s and 2000s songs—although he isn't too impressed. Back in the good old days of the 90s, Carmen Moreno Aultman used to love blasting out her favorite songs on her Sony Walkman before meeting friends at the club. They would dance the night away to Ludacris, Spice Girls, and Usher, and everything felt so joyous. While life is certainly different in 2025, Aultman, now 43, still can't get enough of those club classics. She told Newsweek that listening to those older songs "takes [her] back to being a teenager again." So, whether she is on the school run or just in her Greenville, South Carolina, home, Aultman will undoubtedly be playing music from the 90s or early 2000s. She even loves introducing that generation of music to her 14-year-old son, Stone, at every opportunity. Carmen Moreno Aultman and her teenage son Stone listen to 90s music in the car. Carmen Moreno Aultman and her teenage son Stone listen to 90s music in the car. @carmenann40 / Instagram "As a teenager in the 90s, I loved all types of music, from alternative, pop music, rap, pop rock, and alternative rock," Aultman said. "When I hear certain songs, I can remember an exact moment from my life." The millennial mom loves reliving those days through the music, but Stone usually gives her "the head shake" accompanied by an unimpressed straight face. Oftentimes, he will ask her, "this again?" when she plays yet another Ludacris track. But that won't stop Aultman, who said she thinks it is going to be hard for any current music to top the 90s songs. "My teenage son thinks that most of the music I like is boring or cringe, but I personally think that 90s and 2000s music is better than the music of today," she continued. Aultman shared a hilarious video on Instagram (@carmenann40) showing the music education she is giving her son. As she played 90s music in the car, and put on quite the lip-synching performance, Stone's facial expression remained unamused. The clip has delighted social-media users, leading to more than 8.3 million views and over 357,000 likes on Instagram at the time of writing. Layered over the video, the caption jokes: "When you have to listen to your mom's playlist." Aultman has been blown away by the online response, adding that internet users seem to have related strongly to the clip. Even though her son doesn't enjoy her music that much, Aultman loves that her millennial mom anthem can bring a smile to so many people. Indeed, in just a matter of days, the viral post has amassed over 10,000 comments on Instagram so far. One comment reads: "There will never be another time like the clubs in the 90s and early 2000s." Another Instagram user wrote: "Your son's continual blank expression … so real." A third person added: "They just don't make 'em like they used to." Another comment reads: "How are we the parents now?" Do you have any viral videos or pictures that you want to share? We want to see the best ones! Send them in to life@ and they could appear on our site.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Big Tigger Revives ‘Rap City' Freestyle Booth With Ludacris, Kevin Hart At 2025 BET Awards
In one of the most nostalgic and high-energy moments of the BET Awards 2025, Big Tigger resurrected the iconic Rap City: Tha Basement freestyle booth for a special tribute performance that brought the crowd to its feet and the culture full circle. Opening the set with his signature voice and presence, Big Tigger stepped back into the booth and kicked off the session with a stanza calling for the classic show's return. 'Holler at me when you ready to bring back the booth,' he rhymed atop an instrumental served up by the legendary DJ Kid Capri on the 1's and 2's. Tigga's stanza doubled as a rallying call that set the stage for a showcase of lyrical fire and hip-hop heritage. First up was Southern rap titan Ludacris, who reminded everyone of his lyrical dominance with crisp wordplay and charismatic delivery. He dropped bar after bar, with witty one-liners like 'Bow to the master punk, Luda Bruce Leroy,' amid nods to both New York and streaming star Kai Cenat. Luda also gave props to a former Leader of the New School, rhyming, 'Cuz I flip modes when I bust rhymes for my conglomerate.' The surprise of the night came when Kid Capri teased the audience with, 'Somebody special that's gonna come up from Philly.' That 'somebody' turned out to be none other than Kevin Hart's rapping alter ego, Chocolate Droppa, making a dramatic entrance in a hoodie and durag. Rhyming over the gritty beat, Droppa unleashed a playful and braggadocious set filled with punchlines. 'Eat my food whenever I want/ Smoking big boy blunts,' he rhymed, hilariously struggling to find his footing atop the beat. However, the moment was in good humor and served as one of the more memorable moments of the night. With the return of the booth, the BET Awards not only honored a golden era of hip-hop but proved that the mic still holds power in 2025. Watch Big Tigger, Ludacris, Kevin Hart freestyle at the BET Awards 2025 below. More from 'The Real Husbands Of Hollywood' Reunite At 2025 BET Awards 2025 BET Awards Delivers '106 & Park' Reunion With Original Hosts And Nostalgic Performances Lil Wayne To Perform At 2025 BET Awards
