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Los Angeles Times
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
'Étoile' Stars Gideon Glick and Luke Kirby Reflect on Canceled Series, Dance Immersion, and Palladino Magic
Actors Gideon Glick and Luke Kirby of the Prime Video series 'Étoile' recently discussed the show's first season with Los Angeles Times moderator Matt Brennan. The Q&A, held on June 11 at the NeueHouse in Hollywood, covered various aspects of the series, which is set in New York City and Paris and follows two ballet companies swapping their star dancers to save their institutions. Glick and Kirby revealed they learned of the show's cancellation shortly before Glick received an award for the series. Both actors shared their introduction to the dance world for their roles; Glick, from musical theater, shadowed choreographers, while Kirby, with family ties to dance, took ballet classes, gaining appreciation for the art form's physicality and dedication. A significant part of the discussion focused on their collaboration with creators Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino, with whom they previously worked on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Glick likened the Palladinos' writing to Steven Sondheim, noting, 'It is all there and it's so well constructed and it's psychologically potent that for an actor it's pretty much a dream.' Kirby compared it to Shakespeare, explaining, 'You don't do the text, the text does you ... things are revealed in the writing in the moment.' Glick, who also worked in the 'Étoile' writer's room, described Amy Sherman-Palladino's creative bursts as 'being struck by lightning,' with dialogue 'spitting out almost word for word.' He also shared that his character, Tobias, was specifically written for him, an experience he called 'pretty life-changing' that expanded his ambitions to include writing. The actors also reflected on filming in Paris. Glick, who is hearing impaired, found the French accents challenging but noted, 'I did feel a little isolated and I felt it really helped me stay in Tobias's mind.' Kirby described the experience as 'just great to be in Paris,' highlighting the dedication of the French crew and the 'rare gift' of working with international talent. They reminisced about shooting pivotal romantic scenes, with Glick calling it 'the most magical day of shooting.' Kirby, recalling his scene, praised his co-star Lou de Laâge: 'Lou is exceptional and I was staggered by her, always staggered by her talent.' Finally, they touched upon the show's theme of art as a form of 'insanity' or 'ecstasy.' Glick described the creative process as sometimes 'manic,' akin to the Greek word 'ecstasis,' meaning 'to leave the body.' Kirby said, 'I think it's a shame if you've never been insane ... it's a great gift to know you have that option.' They concluded by expressing profound gratitude for the collaborative and enriching experience of making 'Étoile,' with Glick stating, 'It was one of the greatest artistic experiences of my life. Everybody was extraordinary.' Kirby added, 'I think it asserted the whisper that we all have within us. And to listen to the whisper, don't shut it down.'
Toronto Sun
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
Addison Rae is making the pivot from influencer to pop star look easy
Published Jun 10, 2025 • 3 minute read Addison Rae attends a special screening of "He's All That" at NeueHouse Los Angeles on Aug. 25, 2021. Photo by Vivien Killilea / Getty Images for Netflix In a world that requires celebrities to broaden themselves into multi-hyphenates, let's stop acting perplexed when a media personality takes up a new line of work. Especially if it's in the tower of song. Why are fame's transitive properties so fluid in pop music? Maybe because the fundamental nature of the gig involves transposing life experience into sound. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account We're probably more familiar with this than we'd like to be. As an early reality star, Paris Hilton embarked on pioneering adventures through the attention economy that surely taught her something about a head-turning pop hook. Being named NBA Rookie of the Year likely gave Shaquille O'Neal that extra smidgen of confidence necessary for making straight-faced rap records. And obviously, the platinum career arcs of Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, Miley Cyrus and many others have proven that the Disney Channel is something like pop's MIT. So instead of being surprised by the fact that TikTok influencer Addison Rae just released one of this year's very best pop albums, let's try to tune our ears to all the things she learned while plowing the fields of digital content creation. The 24-year-old Louisiana native got her start dancing to songs that were trending on social media, then quickly branched out into everything else. A little podcasting here. A little Netflix acting there. With her follower count on TikTok currently standing at 88.4 million, she remains finely tuned to what audiences are drawn to, what they return to, how to perpetually delight them without boring them, how to surprise them without scaring them off. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Her fantastic debut album, 'Addison,' was co-written with Elvira Anderfjärd and Luka Kloser, two Swedish song factory supervisors who know how to push synthesizer patches and bass melodies in all kinds of unexpected directions. As for Rae, she's clearly a student of Lana Del Rey's dead-eyed sotto voce ('Diet Pepsi'), Madonna's regal pomp ('Aquamarine'), Ariana Grande's aspartame coo ('Summer Forever'), with her overall aesthetic falling square in the nuclear green shadow of Charli XCX – and if this is the first great post-'Brat' album, may a hundred summers bloom. Timbre-wise, though, Rae's closest contemporary parallel is Billie Eilish, an intimacy-minded singer who understands our ears as well as she understands her own voice. There's a breathy, ASMR-like softness tucked into most of Rae's songs – as well as some louder fourth-wall breakage during the finale of 'Money Is Everything' when a fleet of Addisons materializes to shout along with the refrain, prompting us to do the same. On the album opener, 'New York,' the big cue to heed Rae's loudness-softness is lyrical, describing the thump of a nightclub subwoofer and a masticated rhythm that only exists inside your head: 'Kick drum, chew gum.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Even better is 'Fame Is a Gun,' a dreams-come-true anthem that spins Gwen Stefani's 'What You Waiting For?' and Laurie Anderson's 'O Superman' into a new kind of cotton candy. 'There's no mystery. I'm gonna make it, gonna go down in history,' Rae sings in the exquisite second verse. 'Don't ask too many questions. God gave me the permission,' her voice suddenly shooting upward in the middle of the word 'permission' as if she were nudging heaven. Is it a perfect pop song? There's no such thing. We're reminded of that whenever someone gets this close. And so it seems that the best way for an influencer to truly supplant a pop singer in this overstimulated digital world is to literally become one. It's hard to imagine the thrill of amassing nearly 90 million TikTok followers – or becoming a television star, or winning an NBA scoring title – coming anywhere close to having made something as wonderful as music like this. Love concerts, but can't make it to the venue? Stream live shows and events from your couch with VEEPS, a music-first streaming service now operating in Canada. Click here for an introductory offer of 30% off. Explore upcoming concerts and the extensive archive of past performances! Toronto Maple Leafs Toronto Blue Jays NHL Columnists World
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dwyane Wade's daughter Zaya Wade's modest birthday became a bold stand for something bigger
On the surface, it looked like a glamorous 18th birthday bash, bright lights, bold fashion, and a buzzing Hollywood venue. But behind the sparkle, Zaya Wade's big night held a powerful secret. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now With just a $20 entry ticket, guests weren't only stepping into a party, they were stepping into a movement. Just days before Pride Month, Zaya, alongside her father Dwyane Wade, revealed something far bigger than a celebration. This wasn't just a birthday. It was a mission disguised in glitter and grace. Zaya Wade and Dwyane Wade turn a birthday into a moment of support The event was called The Venus Ascension Ball. It happened just two days before Pride Month started. The location was NeueHouse in Hollywood, California. Zaya planned the night with a clear goal. Tickets cost $20, and every dollar went to Translatable, a platform she created in 2023 with her dad, Dwyane Wade. Translatable is a digital space that supports LGBTQ+ youth. It offers tools, education, and personal stories. It helps young people feel seen and gives families guidance to support them. Many people came to the ball. Dwyane Wade was there. So was his wife, actress , and their daughter, Kaavia Wade. The family showed love and support the whole night. Big brands also helped out. MAC Cosmetics gave $100,000 to the Trans Wellness Center in Zaya's honor. Other sponsors included H&M, the Utah Jazz, and Folx Health. The Trans Wellness Center, run by Marian Marroquin, was the nonprofit partner. It helps trans people in Los Angeles with health care, housing, and education. The party wasn't just about raising money. It was a true ball. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Guests dressed up. There were runway contests with $15,000 in cash prizes. Zaya wore a strapless beaded gown, then changed into a short lace dress. Her cake showed The Birth of Venus, a painting about beauty and new life. Zaya later said, 'It was indescribable. Imagine an explosion of love and light wrapped up into one magical night.' Zaya and Dwyane Wade speak from the heart about their bond Zaya's family has supported her from the start. She came out as transgender in 2020, at just 12 years old. At the time, the Wades were living in Florida. But due to new laws against LGBTQ+ rights, they moved to California. Dwyane Wade said, 'The community wasn't here for Zaya, so the community wasn't here for us.' In May 2024, Dwyane Wade shared a podcast where Zaya joined him as a guest. They talked about their close bond. Dwyane said people don't see how much they work together. He also shared that they received the Elevate Prize Catalyst Award. This award supports their mission to help LGBTQ+ youth. Dwyane explained that Translatable gives these young people a safe online place to connect. It also helps families learn how to support them. Zaya's birthday looked like a party. But it was really about hope, love, and a strong mission. Also Read:
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Fulfillment Fund Raises $1.28 Million for First-gen College Students at Annual Sip & Celebrate Gala
The Event Helped to Mark the Organization's Strong, 48-Year History of Making an Educational Impact and Celebrated the Transformative Power of Philanthropy Fulfillment Fund Board Member Brian Werdesheim Honored with Luminary Award During Event LOS ANGELES, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Fulfillment Fund, a Los Angeles-based non-profit organization dedicated to making college a reality for students growing up in educationally and economically under-resourced communities, announced today that it raised $1.28 million at its 2025 Sip & Celebrate Gala. Held this year on May 21 at NeueHouse Hollywood, the event is critical to the organization's mission of supporting first-generation and low-income students on their path to and through college—and into meaningful careers. The gala helped to mark the organization's 48th anniversary, with the evening shining a spotlight on the lasting power of mentorship, education, and philanthropy to change lives—and entire communities. This year's event also honored board member Brian Werdesheim, Managing Director and Financial Advisor at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc., who received the Luminary Award in recognition of his extraordinary 25-year partnership with Fulfillment Fund. A steadfast advocate for educational equity, Brian's legacy of mentorship and investment in students has helped shape a generation of young leaders. "For me, this has always been about more than financial support," he said. "It's about being present, staying connected, and never giving up on a young person—especially when the odds are stacked against them." Broadcast journalist and television personality Michaela Pereira was the event's host, while world-renowned violin virtuoso Elizabeth Pitcairn performed. The evening also included remarks from Fulfillment Fund Board Chair Wendy Spinner and CEO Amy Grat, who celebrated the organization's nearly five decades of impact and reaffirmed the importance of expanding access to higher education for all. "Educating just one student initiates a powerful chain of impact—uplifting families, strengthening communities, and shaping a more promising future," said Grat. "Brian's unwavering support of the Fulfillment Fund reflects his belief in the transformative power of education. The 2025 Sip & Celebrate Gala served as a powerful tribute to that vision—and a compelling reminder of the role each of us can play in shaping a more equitable future." About Fulfillment Fund:Founded in 1977, Fulfillment Fund works to make college a reality for students from under-resourced communities in Los Angeles. Through its partnerships with local schools and community organizations, Fulfillment Fund delivers high-quality, individualized programs that empower students to achieve their educational and career goals. For more information, visit Media Contact:Cyndi OttesonEmail: communications@ (323) 939-9707 View original content: SOURCE Fulfillment Fund Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Forbes
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Rihanna Pushes Two Albums Back To The Same Chart — And Right Next To One Another
Nearly a decade after her last album, Rihanna sees Anti and Good Girl Gone Bad return to the same ... More chart together, and next to one another. HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 18: Rihanna attends the FENTY x PUMA Sneaker Launch Party at NeueHouse Los Angeles on December 18, 2023 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by) Rihanna hasn't released a new full-length album in more than eight years – this is one of the most-talked-about topics in pop music – and yet she continues to be found regularly on the Billboard charts. Fans have been eagerly awaiting a follow-up to Anti for nearly a decade, and while the singer has dropped hints and made promises, a new project still hasn't materialized, and likely won't for some time. The superstar keeps a pair of projects on the charts this time around. Anti and Good Girl Gone Bad are both still present, and the similarities between their placements are uncanny, which points to fans consuming them in similar ways and numbers. Two Rihanna Albums Return to the Same Chart Both of Rihanna's studio efforts this week find a home once more on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. Anti, her most recent full-length, is back on the tally at No. 48. Not far behind that set comes Good Girl Gone Bad, which returns at No. 50. Rihanna's Albums Climb Side-by-Side As was the case last week, Anti and Good Girl Gone Bad are sitting next to one another on the Top R&B Albums chart. Both projects make modest gains on the genre-specific tally, inching up by just one space each. Anti advances to No. 14, while just beneath it is Good Girl Gone Bad, now at No. 15. Rihanna Slips Slightly on the Billboard 200 The similarities continue over on the Billboard 200, where both Anti and Good Girl Gone Bad also settle this frame. While they don't move together in perfect lockstep, the trajectory is the same. Anti drops two spaces to No. 142, while Good Girl Gone Bad falls five rungs to No. 146. Anti Has Hit No. 1 on All Three Charts — Good Girl Gone Bad Hasn't Of the two Rihanna albums currently charting, Anti is the bigger commercial and critical success. It has reached No. 1 on all three of the charts it currently appears on — the Billboard 200, Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums, and Top R&B Albums rankings. Good Girl Gone Bad, despite standing out as a defining moment in her discography, hasn't managed to conquer any of those same lists. It peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard 200, rose as high as No. 3 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums tally, and stalled at No. 4 on the Top R&B Albums roster.
