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Toronto Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
Kelly Clarkson's concert crew 'blindsided' by last-minute cancellation
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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 It appears Kelly Clarkson's concert crew was 'blindsided' by the last-minute cancellation of the opening night for her Las Vegas residency. According to a report, many workers said they felt 'so disrespected' after they found out on social media that the July 4 show at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace would not take place. 'Everyone working behind the scenes was in complete shock,' an insider told The U.S. Sun . 'They woke up Friday expecting a normal day of work and began their day like always. 'It wasn't until hours into the work day everyone was told the news. A lot of the crew found out on social media which is utterly disrespectful.' Clarkson said she was 'beyond grateful' for her fans who always show up to support her, but had to cancel the shows to protect her voice. 'The prep and rehearsals have taken a toll on my voice,' she wrote on the X platform. 'I want the shows to be perfect for y'all and I need to protect myself from doing serious damage so I am taking this weekend and next week to rest up so that we can deliver what you all deserve.' 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. We have been working 24/7 to make Studio Sessions the most intimate and extraordinary experience with and for my incredible fans. I am beyond grateful that you always show up for me and I am devastated to have to postpone tonight and tomorrow's opening at Caesars. The prep and… — Kelly Clarkson (@kellyclarkson) July 5, 2025 The source said many fans were already waiting outside for the doors to open when the cancellation was announced around dinner time. Some fans 'burst into tears' at the news. 'The crew was setting up like normal and bam, it hit. Fans crying about wasting thousands of dollars, fans who flew from outside of the country to see Kelly for the first time,' the source said. 'She doesn't realize the depth of how much she let people down and most of them were crying they can't afford to come back another weekend.' However, the source said upcoming shows for Friday and Saturday are expected to happen. 'Everyone has been showing up every day to do their job and put on a good show,' the insider said. 'Now we just need Kelly to show up. I think people will be walking on eggshells and on edge until she actually hits the stage because of how last minute she cancelled.' 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Newsweek
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Bookmakers Release Odds for UFC's White House Fight Night
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. has released betting odds for what could be the most unprecedented event in mixed martial arts (MMA0 history. Following President Donald Trump's announcement that he is considering hosting an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event at the White House to mark America's 250th anniversary, the sportsbook created an extensive menu of creative proposition bets for the potentially historic July 4, 2026, occasion. Newsweek has previously contacted the White House and UFC via email for comment. Why It Matters This potential UFC event represents an unprecedented fusion of politics and sports entertainment, forming part of Trump's broader America 250 celebration plans. The president's enthusiasm for MMA, combined with his friendship with UFC President Dana White, has transformed what might seem like an outlandish idea into a legitimate possibility that's captured betting markets and public attention. The event would mark the first time a professional combat sports event has been held on White House grounds, potentially accommodating 20,000 to 25,000 spectators to watch the "full fight" according to Trump's estimates. President Donald Trump and UFC CEO Dana White attend a UFC 316 event at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on June 7. President Donald Trump and UFC CEO Dana White attend a UFC 316 event at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on June 7. FRANK FRANKLIN II/POOL/AFP via Getty Images What To Know Speaking at the Iowa State Fairgrounds on Thursday, Trump outlined his vision for the event: "We're going to have a UFC fight, think of this, on the grounds of the White House. We have a lot of land there." White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed after the speech that Trump was "dead serious" about hosting the event. A UFC official told CNN that the organization is "in discussions with the White House about hosting a UFC event on site." Which Fighters Could Be in the UFC White House Main Event? Dustin Poirier leads the main event betting at 5/2 odds, followed by Max Holloway at 3/1 and Sean O'Malley at 4/1. Justin Gaethje sits at 9/2, while Sean Brady rounds out the top five at 11/2. Notable fighters further down the list include former champions Jon Jones at 8/1 and Conor McGregor at 10/1. Who Could Be a White House UFC Ring Girl? The political ring girl category features GOP Alabama Senator Katie Britt as the favorite at 8/1, with Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem at 9/1 and GOP Colorado Representative Lauren Boebert at 10/1. Leavitt sits at 12/1, while members of the Trump family including Tiffany Trump (16/1) and Ivanka Trump (25/1) are also featured. Some prominent Democrats are also listed. Former first lady Michelle Obama and former Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg sit last on the list at 500/1. Where Could the White House Octagon Be Located? Location betting heavily favors the South Lawn at 1/2 odds, while the Tennis Court and Putting Green area sits at 5/2. The Rose Garden carries 4/1 odds, with indoor locations like the West Wing (8/1) and East Wing (12/1) considered less likely venues. Presidential Involvement Betting markets show strong confidence Trump will personally present the championship belt, with "Yes" odds at 2/3 compared to "No" at 1/1. For Trump's first octagon appearance, dancing carries 1/2 odds while speaking on the microphone first sits at 3/2. What People Are Saying President Donald Trump on Thursday: "So every one of our national parks, battlefields and historic sites are going to have special events in honor of America 250. And I even think we're going to have a UFC fight." Monica Crowley, the chief of protocol of the U.S., said: "We've had so much division and so much polarization over the last many decades, but certainly over the last few years, that to be able to bring the country together to celebrate America's 250th birthday through patriotism, shared values and a renewed sense of civic pride, to be able to do that in the center of the country, is incredibly important." What Happens Next? While officials have not confirmed a specific date or provided logistical details, the betting markets suggest confidence that the event will proceed.
RTHK
04-07-2025
- Politics
- RTHK
Trump hints at staging UFC fight in White House
Trump hints at staging UFC fight in White House Donald Trump and UFC president Dana White watch a UFC 316 fight at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, in early June. File photo: Reuters The Octagon likely is coming to the White House next year. President Donald Trump plans to have the UFC hold a fight card at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in 2026 as part of the United States' 250th birthday celebration. The Republican president, who is close with UFC president Dana White, made the announcement on Thursday during an appearance at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. Trump said, "Does anybody watch UFC? The great Dana White? We're going to have a UFC fight. We're going to have a UFC fight – think of this – on the grounds of the White House. We have a lot of land there. "We're going to build a little – we're not, Dana is going to do it. Dana is great, one of a kind – going to be UFC fight, championship fight, full fight, like 20,000 to 25,000 people, and we're going to do that as part of '250' also." Trump has attended numerous UFC events, including UFC 314 at Miami in April, when he sat with White. On the last night of the 2024 Republican national convention, White made the introduction when the once and future president accepted his party's nomination. Trump said on Thursday, "Every one of our national parks, battlefields and historic sites are going to have special events in honor of 'America250.' " (Reuters)
New York Post
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
How much are the cheapest tickets to see Tyler The Creator at MSG?
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Tyler The Creator dropped his critically-acclaimed, eighth studio album 'Chromakopia' way back in October 2024. Now, nine whole months later, the 'Flower Boy' Hip-Hop icon is finally making his way to the Big Apple and Garden State to debut the record in the Tri-state as part of his 'Chromakopia Tour' with special guests Lil Yachty and Paris Texas. First, the former Odd Future frontman hits NYC's Madison Square Garden on Monday, July 14 and Tuesday, July 15. Two days later, he'll take the train to Brooklyn for a pair of Barclays Center gigs on Thursday, July 17 and Friday, July 18. The two-time Grammy winner will conclude his Northeast trek at Newark's Prudential Center on Sunday, July 27 and Monday, July 28. At the most recent show on the international run, the 34-year-old performed a sprawling 30-song set, according to Set List FM. Highlights included fan favorites 'See You Again,' 'Like Him' and 'I Hope You Find Your Way Home' along with choice cuts from 'Chromakopia' like 'St. Chroma,' 'Rah Tah Tah' and 'Noid' among others. However, this wouldn't be a Tyler tour without a striking visual element. And, based on what we've seen on Instagram, the ambitious artist is painting on a large-scale canvas to deliver a one-of-a-kind show. Costume changes, colorful apocalyptic backdrops, cheeky 'Eras Tour' references, hazy green smoke and aerial catwalks all separate 'Chromakopia' from your typical rap concert. This is a show not to be missed. Stereogum raved 'the music was lush and expansive, the lyrics soulful and contemplative, the visuals highly stimulating…we've come a long way from 'kill people, burn s—, f— school.'' Need to be there? As of now, last-minute tickets are available for Tyler's six NY and NJ concerts. At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find for any one of his septet of shows in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Newark was $93 including fees on Vivid Seats. Other shows have tickets starting anywhere from $102 to $173 including fees. For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about Tyler, The Creator's 'Chromakopia Tour' concerts in New York and New Jersey below. All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation. Tyler The Creator 2025 NYC and New Jersey ticket prices The six New York and New Jersey 'Chromakopia' concerts' dates, venues and cheapest tickets available can be found here: Tyler The Creator NY and NJ dates Ticket prices start at July 14 at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY $173 (including fees) July 15 at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY $145 (including fees) July 17 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY $102 (including fees) July 18 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY $93 (including fees) July 27 at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ $136 (including fees) July 28 at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ $93 (including fees) (Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn't noted, will include additional fees at checkout.) Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event. Still curious about Vivid Seats? You can find an article from their team about why the company is legit here. Tyler The Creator tour schedule 2025 A complete calendar including all other upcoming North American tour and festival dates, venues and links to buy tickets are listed below. Tyler The Creator 2025 festival appearances Once the tour is complete, Tyler will headline a quintet of festivals to end his year onstage (unless, of course, he announces another Camp Flog Gnaw). In the event you'd like to see him at a multi-day musical extravaganza, here's what you need to know about each of his four 2025 festival appearances. Tyler The Creator 2025 festival dates Lollapalooza July 31 through Aug. 3 at Grant Park in Chicago, IL Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, Gracie Abrams, Luke Combs, Rüfüs Du Sol Hinterland Music Festival Aug. 1-3 at the Avenue of the Saints Amphitheater in Saint Charles, IA Lana Del Rey, Kacey Musgraves, Clairo, Bleachers, The Marías Osheaga Music and Arts Festival Aug. 1-3 at the Parc Jean Drapeau in Montreal, QC, CA Olivia Rodrigo, Gracie Abrams, Doechii The Killers, Glass Animals Outside Lands Music Festival Aug. 8-10 at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, CA Hozier, Doja Cat, Gracie Abrams, Vampire Weekend, Doechii Tyler The Creator set list Most recently, TTC took his talents to Chicago's United Center on June 30. Set List FM reported he played these songs: 01.) 'St. Chroma' 02.) 'Rah Tah Tah' 03.) 'Noid' 04.) 'Darling, I' 05.) 'I Killed You' 06.) 'Judge Judy' Catwalk Stage 07.) 'Sticky' 08.) 'Take Your Mask Off' 09.) 'Tomorrow' B Stage 10.) 'EARFQUAKE' 11.) 'A BOY IS A GUN' 12.) 'THANK YOU' 13.) 'I THINK' 14.) 'Happy Birthday to You' (Mildred J. Hill & Patty Hill cover) (Sung to girl in Loiter Squad cosplay) 15.) 'Yonkers' 16.) 'Tamale' 17.) 'Rusty' 18.) 'IFHY' 19.) 'LUMBERJACK' 20.) 'DOGTOOTH' 21.) 'SORRY NOT SORRY' Catwalk Stage 22.) 'Who Dat Boy' 23.) '(Unknown)' (New song) 24.) 'WUSYANAME' Main Stage 25.) 'Thought I Was Dead' 26.) 'Like Him' 27.) 'See You Again' 28.) 'NEW MAGIC WAND' 29.) 'Balloon' 30.) 'I Hope You Find Your Way Home' Tyler The Creator new music On Oct. 28, Tyler, The Creator released his eighth studio album 'Chromakopia.' Made up of 14 sonically-diverse tracks, the record is a much-needed shot of adrenaline that's as urgent as it is gorgeously arranged. Call it a stampede symphony. Standout songs here include the whispery, chant-heavy, all-over-the-place 'St. Chroma,' creepy, bouncy 'Rah Tah Tah,' nervy 'Noid,' soulful, sensual 'Judge Judy' and goofy 'Sticky' featuring GloRilla, Sexxy Red and Lil Wayne. Don't skip a single track, though; otherwise, you might miss the dancefloor-ready 'Thought I Was Dead' and space-y flow of 'I Hope You Find Your Way Home.' Both are essential Tyler. If you'd like to hear the ambitious record for yourself, click here to listen to 'Chromakopia' in full. Tyler The Creator special guests Our fearless headliner isn't going it alone at his arena shows. Before Tyler takes the stage, Lil Yachty and Paris Texas will warm the crowd up. To make sure you're familiar with their unique sounds, you can find each singular artist's most-streamed track on Spotify below. Lil Yachty: 'Flex Up' Paris Texas: 'FORCE OF HABIT' Hip-Hop stars on tour in 2025 Need more high-octane shows in your life? You're in the right place, Hip-Hop heads. Here are just five can't-miss artists that might be headed to a venue near you in the next few months. • Wu-Tang Clan • Lil Wayne • Ken Carson • NBA Youngboy • Wiz Khalifa Who else is out and about? Take a look at our list all the biggest stars on tour in 2025 to find the show for you. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
New York Post
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Pete Davidson exposes abusive family member during comedy show: ‘He used to beat me'
Pete Davidson exposed some family secrets during his recent stand-up gig. The comedian, 31, performed alongside Jon Stewart and John Mulaney at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on Friday during the North to Shore Festival when he shared his childhood trauma. While on the stage, Davidson spoke about his maternal grandfather, sharing with the crowd that 'he got the lung cancer and I'm not that close with him.' Advertisement 9 Pete Davidson backstage at the comedy show. thewatchkingnyc/Instagram 'I'm close with my dad's dad,' the 'Bupkis' star explained. 'I don't like my mom's dad.' As for why there is no love lost, Davidson revealed, 'He used to beat the s–t out of me and I don't like him very much.' Advertisement 9 Pete Davidson backstage at the North to Shore Festival. thewatchkingnyc/Instagram 'He's old school, he's very Irish,' the actor said about his 81-year-old grandfather. 'You know those old Irish Jews that are so Irish, they're like pink, right?' 'His veneers are somehow brown. He's just an old school dude, and he's dying.' Davidson is close to his paternal grandfather, Stephen Davidson, who is the dad of the actor's late father, Scott Davidson. Stephen, 85, was featured in Davidson's 2020 movie 'The King of Staten Island.' Advertisement 'I want to be there for my mom,' the comic continued regarding his mother's dying father. 'She's sad about it.' 9 Pete Davidson performs onstage at The Bill Graham Stage during Colossal Clusterfest at Civic Center Plaza and The Bill Graham Civic Auditorium on June 4, 2017. FilmMagic The 'Saturday Night Live' alum said: 'I'm low key, thrilled. I'm like, die slow motherf–ker.' Davidson explained to the audience that his grandfather has emphysema, a long-term lung condition that causes shortness of breath, per the Mayo Clinic, adding he hopes his grandpa 'f–king rots.' Advertisement Davidson admitted it's a 'tough' spot for him to be in because, of course, he wants to support his mom, Amy Waters Davidson, but he is 'so stoked.' 9 Pete Davidson on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.' Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Images 'I don't want to be rude to my mom,' he shared. 'I think I have the best mom in the world. I'm very, very lucky. So I've been trying to remember a good time that me and my grandpa had so I could hold onto it.' Davidson did recount a 'few positive experiences' with his grandpa, including an inside joke about an internet personality 'cake fart girl.' The 'Riff Raff' star has been candid about his rocky upbringing in the past, telling People in April: 'I had a really sh–ty childhood and like the worst thing that ever could have happened to me, happened to me when I was seven.' 9 Pete Davidson and his sister. davesirus/Instagram At age seven, Davidson's dad, a New York City firefighter, died while responding to the 9/11 terrorist attacks in 2001. Throughout his life, the star has continued to talk about their bond and honor his late father. Davidson explained to the outlet how the loss has altered his mindset over the years. Advertisement He noted, 'I've kind of just been like, 'F–k it. Like who the f–k cares?' You know? And like, 'F–k everyone.'' Davidson — who has had very public relationships over the years, including with Ariana Grande and Kim Kardashian — has 'obviously fallen into traps' in the past. 9 Pete Davidson in NYC. Felipe Ramales / 'Trying to be of service to others and not take care of myself,' the star, who is now dating model Elsie Hewitt, confessed, 'and like just try people please.' Advertisement Despite his fractured relationship with his mom's dad, Davidson is also close to his only sibling, sister Casey Davidson, 28. 'At the end of the day, it's like your family matters and your two or three friends that you have matter. Everybody else can go f–k themselves,' he stated. 'And you don't have to put all this pressure on yourself.' 9 Pete Davidson out in NYC. Felipe Ramales / 'This is sort of newer for me,' Davidson said of his mindset. 'But I think it kind of shows if you see me now… it's a little different because I went through something pretty tough.' Advertisement 'I just think who cares what people you don't even know think?' he expressed. 'Like who the f–k cares You don't know them.' In 2023, Davidson shared how he discovered his dad had died. 9 Pete Davidson. Raymond Alston / Alston Media Group 'My dad told me he was going to pick me up from school on 9/11. I got picked up by my mom. She didn't tell me what was going on for like three days,' he said on the 'Real Ones' podcast at the time. 'She kept telling me, 'Dad's at work,' 'He's coming home,' whatever. I had no idea.' Advertisement 'Then one night, I turned on the TV and I just saw my dad on the TV,' he recalled. 'I was like, 'Oh, OK.' And they were like, these are all the firemen that are, like, dead.' 'It was weird because we didn't know he was dead for, like, three weeks,' Davidson added. 'They were finding people, you know? They were pulling people out of s–t, and there was just some sort of hope. Like, it was just up and down and nobody knew how to deal with it.' 9 Elsie Hewitt and Pete Davidson. Getty Images The tragic death caused abandonment issues for the 'Bodies Bodies Bodies' vet. 'You know, Dad says he's coming to pick you up and he doesn't. For life, I'm like, I don't believe anyone, and I'm trying to learn how to believe people — and Hollywood isn't exactly the greatest place to learn that skill,' he continued. Looking back, Davidson said he appreciated how much his mom stepped up during that tragic time. 'My mom was f–king, like, 30 … I'm about to be – I wouldn't know what the f–k to do,' he detailed. 'And that's why as I get older I'm like, 'Man, my mom was awesome. F–k, she really loves me.''
