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Sydney Morning Herald
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
Why this week cruelly exposes wooden spoon favourite's halfback hoodoo
As Titans star Jayden Campbell declared his days as a fullback were over, with his future now in the halves, the man he replaced will highlight a concerning carousel the Gold Coast club needs to rectify. Tanah Boyd was released from Parkwood at the end of last year to take up a deal with the New Zealand Warriors, after managing just 23 wins from 67 appearances as both the side's No.7 and in stints coming off the bench. The Keebra Park product will make his first NRL appearance for his new side this week after Luke Metcalf ruptured his ACL, after coming up with 16 try assists and 10 linebreak assists from 13 New South Wales Cup wins this year. In doing so, Boyd ensures the competition's top four teams all field a halfback who was discarded from the Titans. Bulldogs general Toby Sexton, Melbourne superstar Jahrome Hughes, and Canberra leader Jamal Fogarty have all found success since being let go, while the Gold Coast have struggled to lock down a chief playmaker since Scott Prince's final appearance on the Glitter Strip in 2012. Loading Albert Kelly, Kane Elgey, Ashley Taylor, Tyrone Roberts, Ryley Jacks and Aidan Sezer have joined the aforementioned quartet in coming and going, while Cameron Cullen and utilities Daniel Mortimer and Will Smith were also infrequently used. It makes Campbell's retention as he comes off contract at the end of 2026 so crucial. But with the Perth Bears to join the competition the following year, the club could face a battle for his services. However, the son of Titans great Preston Campbell said he was yet to consider his long-term future.
The Age
10-07-2025
- Sport
- The Age
Why this week cruelly exposes wooden spoon favourite's halfback hoodoo
As Titans star Jayden Campbell declared his days as a fullback were over, with his future now in the halves, the man he replaced will highlight a concerning carousel the Gold Coast club needs to rectify. Tanah Boyd was released from Parkwood at the end of last year to take up a deal with the New Zealand Warriors, after managing just 23 wins from 67 appearances as both the side's No.7 and in stints coming off the bench. The Keebra Park product will make his first NRL appearance for his new side this week after Luke Metcalf ruptured his ACL, after coming up with 16 try assists and 10 linebreak assists from 13 New South Wales Cup wins this year. In doing so, Boyd ensures the competition's top four teams all field a halfback who was discarded from the Titans. Bulldogs general Toby Sexton, Melbourne superstar Jahrome Hughes, and Canberra leader Jamal Fogarty have all found success since being let go, while the Gold Coast have struggled to lock down a chief playmaker since Scott Prince's final appearance on the Glitter Strip in 2012. Loading Albert Kelly, Kane Elgey, Ashley Taylor, Tyrone Roberts, Ryley Jacks and Aidan Sezer have joined the aforementioned quartet in coming and going, while Cameron Cullen and utilities Daniel Mortimer and Will Smith were also infrequently used. It makes Campbell's retention as he comes off contract at the end of 2026 so crucial. But with the Perth Bears to join the competition the following year, the club could face a battle for his services. However, the son of Titans great Preston Campbell said he was yet to consider his long-term future.
Metro
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Katy Perry nearly falls from prop mid-air during performance
Katy Perry has been left clinging on to a prop after it began to tilt while she was suspended in the air. Since kicking off her Lifetimes world tour in May the Dark Horse singer, who is reported to have recently split from fiancé Orlando Bloom, has faced a string of close calls, including nearly plunging into a crowd, narrowly avoiding a wardrobe malfunction and having a fan rush on stage and grab her. This week the 40-year-old added another somewhat unsettling moment to that list when a prop she was dangling in appeared to malfunction. During a performance at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre in Australia on Sunday night, clips circulating on social media show Katy inside a large metal sphere that usually takes her soaring above the crowd. But as it began to rise, it started to tilt to one side, with the singer rushing to grab the frame to maintain her balance. The sphere was then lowered, and several crew members came running up to assist her, letting Katy out before working to fix it, with people who were at the show explaining they spent five minutes getting the prop fixed. Many who were there described what they saw as 'scary'. 'She got her wrist stuck in the aerial strap she uses to go upside down – she was trying to get out but couldn't so the stage crew came on to help release her and she disappeared into the stage pit to change whilst they fixed the sphere. It was maybe five minutes,' user LouLoulaBelle posted on X. 'Katy Perry handled it like a queen. So glad she got down safely,' user Narlee, who also shared footage, commented. Another concertgoer explained how 'everyone started clapping' when the singer got down. Although Katy is yet to comment on what unfolded, her mishap comes just a few days after Beyoncé faced a prop 'malfunction' of her own. On Saturday night's Cowboy Carter show in Houston, Texas she was performing her song 16 Carriages in a car suspended above concertgoers at NRG Stadium. However, in videos captured by those in the crowd, the prop then began to tilt mid-air. 'Stop, stop, stop, stop, stop,' she said into the microphone as the music cut out. Remaining suspended in the air, she looked at the ground and up again before smiling at the crowd as they cheered. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video After a few seconds, Beyoncé then told them 'thank y'all for your patience', before the car was lowered into the centre of the stadium. After the show, the singer's production and management company, Parkwood, released a statement regarding the incident. 'Tonight, in Houston, at NRG Stadium, a technical mishap caused the flying car, a prop Beyoncé uses to circle the stadium and see her fans up close, to tilt,' it shared on Instagram. 'She was quickly lowered, and no one was injured. The show continued without incident.' Metro has contacted representatives for Katy Perry for comment. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Keith Urban abruptly quits live interview after 'uncomfortable' Nicole Kidman question MORE: Khloe Kardashian lists every cosmetic surgery procedure she's had after transformation speculation MORE: Country icon cancels concert after extreme weather ruins equipment
Mercury
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mercury
Beyonce left dangling in the air mid concert as car prop malfunctions
Don't miss out on the headlines from Music Tours. Followed categories will be added to My News. Beyoncé was left dangling midair in a car while performing during the first Houston Cowboy Carter tour stop. On Saturday, the US singer was catapulted into the air in a red car for the performance of her country hit 16 Carriages. While the vehicle was supposed to make its way around the venue so fans who don't have floor seats could get a closer look at Beyoncé, the car began leaning to one side and came to a complete stop. After finishing the first verse of the song, the mother-of-three yelled, 'Stop, stop, stop, stop' as she sat at a standstill above screaming fans below. Beyonce's car prop malfunctioned during her show. The singer had to be lowered to safety. After crew members rushed over, the red car was lowered to the ground and Beyoncé was safely removed. In true Beyoncé fashion, the pop star walked back over to the stage to finish belting out the song. After videos of the incident went viral, her entertainment company, Parkwood, took to Instagram to explain what happened. 'Tonight in Houston, at NRG Stadium, a technical mishap caused the flying car, a prop Beyoncé uses to circle the stadium, and see her fans up close, to tilt,' the statement read. 'She was quickly lowered and no one was injured. The show continued without incident.' Beyonce is in Houston for the latest leg of her Cowboy Carter tour. Picture: Instagram Earlier this month, the Grammy winner effortlessly bounced a wardrobe malfunction while kicking off the London leg of her tour. While performing her 2022 hit I'm That Girl, Beyoncé's metallic fringed chaps fell to the floor mid-dance move. However, the singer handled it like a pro and slowly slid down to the floor during a music break to pick them back up. One of her backup dancers then assisted in helping secure the pants so the show could go on. Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour continues for a second night in her hometown on Sunday. This story originally appeared on New York Post and was reproduced with permission Originally published as Beyonce left dangling mid-air during Cowboy Carter set
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Terrifying moment: Beyoncé's stage rig tilts mid-air during Houston Show, fans left stunned
Fans got scared when Beyoncé's car prop tilted in midair during her performance on Saturday night during her Cowboy Carter tour in Houston due to a technical glitch. On social media, a number of images and videos of the incident surfaced. At the NRG Stadium, Beyonce gave a performance. At her Houston show, Beyoncé gets scared of a car tilting in midair The videos, which were posted on X (formerly Twitter), showed Beyoncé singing 16 Carriages while seated in a car. Suddenly, the vehicle began to tilt to one side. As the car leaned further, the audience screamed and gasped, raising questions about the star's safety. Then, Beyonce repeatedly said "stop" as she paused her song. A few seconds later, she was safely lowered to the ground. After landing safely, Beyoncé reassures her fans "If I ever fall, I know y'all will catch me," Beyoncé smiled as she reassured fans after taking the stage again. The audience responded with loud clapping and cheers. Later, in an Instagram Stories statement, her company, Parkwood, confirmed the incident. It said, ""Tonight in Houston, at NRG Stadium, a technical mishap caused the flying car... to tilt. She was quickly lowered, and no one was injured. The show continued without incident. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo " Responses to Beyoncé's videos on the internet Fans posted bits of the performance on X (formerly Twitter), claiming that despite Beyoncé's smile, she appeared "terrified." "The way she was trying to smile through it and keep her composure, don't get back in that car again, Beyoncé, and I'm serious," was the caption posted alongside a video of the incident on X. One fan responded to it by saying, "Beyonce, no more car. It was cute at first, but I can't let you do this. " "This is what makes her legendary." A person wrote, "Not just the greatness during great moments, but the grace and stoicism during unpredictable challenges." Another fan tweeted, "This had to be beyond terrifying." Another person tweeted, "Bless her heart! She's staying so strong, but she looks terrified!" "That car has lowkey always been a danger, tbh." An X user remarked, "Crazy how she can remain so professional while in danger, like???". One tweet said, "She's definitely a professional, scared and all." "One thing for sure, I know she was not just concerned for herself but for the fans beneath her," tweeted another fan. Even if she was considering continuing, she knew there were multiple safety issues on the line.' Regarding Beyoncé, her performances Beyoncé's 22-date Cowboy Carter tour included the Houston performance. Following her upcoming July 4 and 7 shows in Washington, DC, she will play her final shows in Atlanta on July 10 and 11. Beyoncé became the first Black woman to win Album of the Year after Lauryn Hill in 1999 when she won three Grammy Awards for her Cowboy Carter album earlier this year.
