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The Hindu
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Hollywood stars Mark Ruffalo, Kerry Washington, Jimmy Kimmel and more join ‘No Kings' protests against Trump's military parade
As U.S. President Donald Trump prepares to mark the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary with a military parade in Washington, celebrities across Hollywood have taken to the streets in cities from Los Angeles to New York, standing alongside thousands of Americans in the 'No Kings' protests. The rallies, timed to fall on Trump's birthday, target what demonstrators describe as his authoritarian ambitions and attacks on democracy. In Los Angeles, actors, musicians, and comedians marched with signs and shared their message online. The White Lotus star Natasha Rothwell posted a photo of herself holding a sign reading 'You are trash,' with the blunt caption: 'NO KINGS.' Julia Louis-Dreyfus joined the outcry, sharing an image of her sign: 'The only monarch I like is a butterfly.' Her post was tagged simply, '#nokings.' Singer Olivia Rodrigo added her voice, posting a photo of a protest sign with a crossed-out crown and the words 'in our USA.' Meanwhile, That's So True artist Gracie Abrams documented the scene on Instagram Stories, sharing shots of crowds with slogans like 'Free speech is not an insurrection' and a quote from Desmond Tutu: 'If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor.' In New York City, actor Mark Ruffalo was clear about why he stood in the rain alongside thousands. 'Because we see our democracy is in real trouble,' Ruffalo told MSNBC. 'We see a president who has made himself a king and dictator, and we don't see an opposition that's powerful enough to stand up against the trampling of our rights and the trampling of the Constitution.' Ruffalo criticised Trump's executive orders and his administration's immigration policies, calling out the separation of families and defiance of court orders. 'We're disgusted and we're scared, and we know that the only way to fight this now is for the people to come together,' he said. In San Francisco, comedian Jimmy Kimmel marched with his parents. 'A huge, inspiring and yes — peaceful — turnout in the South Bay,' Kimmel posted. 'I met many people who love this country and still believe it to be a force for good. The most important words ever spoken are 'Love one another.' It really is as simple as that.' Elsewhere, celebrities like Moby urged unity and action. Sharing protest footage, the musician wrote: 'No kings. We need to do everything we can to protect democracy: protest, donate, post, run for office, vote, organize. Also now is absolutely not the time for any in-fighting.' Los Angeles saw crowds filling downtown streets, with It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia's Mary Elizabeth Ellis summing up the mood: 'Felt great to peacefully protest this administration in the streets today with fellow Los Angelenos. #LA always shows up.'
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lorde Calls Charli xcx, Chappell Roan & Gracie Abrams on Live Radio & Catches One of Them Mid-Hangover
Lorde was on the air with BBC Radio 1 recently — and unbeknownst at first to Gracie Abrams, Charli xcx and Chappell Roan, they were, too. In a TikTok clip posted Wednesday (June 11), the New Zealand native played a hilarious game of 'Sitting or Standing' on the English radio station, during which she was tasked with guessing whether a few of the famous friends in her contact list were on their feet or seated at that very moment before calling to check. Starting with the 'That's So True' singer, Lorde incorrectly bet that she would be sitting. More from Billboard Everything We Know About Lorde's 'Virgin' So Far DJ Akademiks Denies Taking Payola From Drake During Kendrick Battle Raekwon and Ghostface Killah Release Trailer for 'Only Built 4 Cuban Linx' Documentary 'I'm standing, should I sit?' a confused-sounding Abrams answered after picking up the phone, sweetly adding, 'I love you.' The Auckland native was 0 for 2 when she also guessed that the 'Pink Pony Club' artist would be sitting down. 'I'm so sorry, I'm on Radio 1, I'm doing this horrible show where they make me ask this ridiculous question,' a playfully frustrated Lorde explained to Roan after hearing her answer, to which the perplexed latter asked, 'Wait, so is this on the radio?' When it came time to call Charli, the 'Von Dutch' singer was immediately suspicious as Lorde asked whether she was sitting or standing. 'What is happening?' she said warily. 'I'm lying down.' 'I'm so hungover,' Charli drawled as the 'Royals' singer laughed. 'Oh, hi everyone. I can't believe I'm on the radio like this.' 'You're perfect,' Lorde responded. 'Keep lying down, I love you. I owe you.' The two-time Grammy winner has strong friendships with all three of the artists she called. In her April Billboard cover story, Abrams gushed that her pal is 'like 800 years old inside … whenever we're together, I feel my nervous system regulate differently,' while Roan said last year that Lorde reached out and gave her a list of advice for handling the 'abusive' elements of fame. Lorde's relationship with Charli has been a little bumpier, with the two women going through a rough patch before publicly resolving their issues on the 'Girl, So Confusing' remix supporting Charli's Brat album. They would later team up to perform the track during Charli's Coachella set earlier this year. The 'Green Light' artist is now gearing up to drop an LP titled Virgin on June 27, marking her first full-length in four years. So far, she's shared two singles from the project: 'What Was That' and 'Man of the Year,' which has recently been taking flight on TikTok thanks to a trend that finds users posting screenshots of toxic messages sent by ex-boyfriends. Also on Monday, Lorde hilariously reacted to the trend by posting a video of herself widening her eyes and shaking her head in disappointment. 'These messages…….,' she wrote in her caption. Watch Lorde call up Abrams, Roan and Charli on BBC Radio 1 and check out her 'Man of the Year' TikTok below. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Express Tribune
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Eilish sweeps AMAs
Birds of a Feather singer Billie Eilish landed the top honour on Monday at the American Music Awards, winning artist of the year in Las Vegas at a red-carpet ceremony that celebrated winners selected by fan votes. Pop singer Eilish claimed the artist prize over Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, Morgan Wallen and other nominees. Eilish won all seven categories in which she was nominated, including album of the year and favorite touring artist. "This is so crazy. I feel speechless," Eilish said in a video message from Europe, where she is on tour. "I wish I could be there tonight." Eilish, 23, released her third studio album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, in May 2024. That's So True singer Gracie Abrams, winner of new artist of the year, also sent a recording to accept her honour. She thanked her fans, who she said "I have been lucky enough to learn from." "They have reminded me of the light that exists out there," Abrams said. SZA took home AMA accolades for female R&B artist and for R&B song for Saturn. Becky G was named favorite female Latin artist. Many big names on the nominees' list did not attend the show, which was broadcast live on CBS from the Fontainebleau Las Vegas hotel. One absentee was Beyonce who claimed favorite female country artist and favorite country album for Cowboy Carter, her first AMA wins in country categories. Post Malone was named favorite male country artist. Lamar went into the ceremony with a leading 10 nominations. He earned one award, favorite hip-hop song, for Not Like Us. The festivities opened with host Jennifer Lopez singing and dancing to a six-minute medley of 23 hits by the nominees. The songs included Eilish's Birds of a Feather, Sabrina Carpenter's Espresso and Beyonce's Texas Hold 'Em. Reuters
MTV Lebanon
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- MTV Lebanon
Billie Eilish wins big at American Music Awards 2025
Pop singer Billie Eilish claimed the artist prize over Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, Morgan Wallen and other nominees of the American Music Awards. She won all seven categories in which she was nominated, including album of the year and favourite touring artist. 'This is so crazy. I feel speechless,' Eilish said in a video message from Europe, where she is on tour. 'I wish I could be there tonight.' Eilish, 23, released her third studio album, 'Hit Me Hard and Soft', in May 2024. 'That's So True' singer Gracie Abrams, winner of the new artist of the year, also sent a recording to accept her honour. She thanked her fans, whom she said, 'I have been lucky enough to learn from.' 'They have reminded me of the light that exists out there,' Abrams said. SZA took home AMA accolades for female R&B artist and for R&B song for 'Saturn'. Becky G was named the favourite female Latin artist. Many big names on the nominees' list did not attend the show, which was broadcast live on CBS from the Fontainebleau Las Vegas hotel. One absentee was Beyonce, who claimed favourite female country artist and favourite country album for 'Cowboy Carter', her first AMA wins in country categories. Post Malone was named the favourite male country artist. Other no-shows included Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar. Lamar went into the ceremony with a leading 10 nominations. He earned one award, favorite hip-hop song, for 'Not Like Us'. The festivities opened with host Jennifer Lopez singing and dancing to a six-minute medley of 23 hits by the nominees. The songs included Eilish's 'Birds of a Feather', Sabrina Carpenter's 'Espresso' and Beyonce's 'Texas Hold 'Em'. Janet Jackson was honoured with the Icon award, a tribute to artists with global influence. 'I don't consider myself an icon,' Jackson said on stage. 'The one thing that I hope for is that I'm an inspiration for others to follow their dreams and succeed.' Eighty-year-old Rod Stewart received a lifetime achievement honour and danced and sang to his pop hit 'Forever Young', which was released in 1984. Stewart said that when he started his career, 'I had this burning ambition to sing.' 'That's all I wanted to do. I didn't want to be rich or famous,' he said.
Observer
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Observer
Billie Eilish takes top prize at American Music Awards
"Birds of a Feather" singer Billie Eilish landed the top honor on Monday at the American Music Awards, winning artist of the year in Las Vegas at a red-carpet ceremony that celebrated winners selected by fan votes. Pop singer Eilish claimed the artist prize over Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, Morgan Wallen and other nominees. Eilish won all seven categories in which she was nominated, including album of the year and favorite touring artist. "This is so crazy. I feel speechless," Eilish said in a video message from Europe, where she is on tour. "I wish I could be there tonight." Eilish, 23, released her third studio album, "Hit Me Hard and Soft," in May 2024. "That's So True" singer Gracie Abrams, winner of new artist of the year, also sent a recording to accept her honor. She thanked her fans, who she said "I have been lucky enough to learn from." "They have reminded me of the light that exists out there," Abrams said. SZA took home AMA accolades for female R&B artist and for R&B song for "Saturn." Becky G was named favorite female Latin artist. Many big names on the nominees' list did not attend the show, which was broadcast live on CBS from the Fontainebleau Las Vegas hotel. One absentee was Beyonce who claimed favorite female country artist and favorite country album for "Cowboy Carter," her first AMA wins in country categories. Post Malone was named favorite male country artist. Other no-shows included Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar. Lamar went into the ceremony with a leading 10 nominations. He earned one award, favorite hip-hop song, for "Not Like Us." The festivities opened with host Jennifer Lopez singing and dancing to a six-minute medley of 23 hits by the nominees. The songs included Eilish's "Birds of a Feather," Sabrina Carpenter's "Espresso" and Beyonce's "Texas Hold 'Em." Janet Jackson was honored with the Icon award, a tribute for artists with global influence. "I don't consider myself an icon," Jackson said on stage. "The one thing that I hope for is that I'm an inspiration for others to follow their dreams and succeed." Eighty-year-old Rod Stewart received a lifetime achievement honor and danced and sang to his pop hit "Forever Young," which was released in 1984. Stewart said that when he started his career "I had this burning ambition to sing." "That's all I wanted to do. I didn't want to be rich or famous," he said. —Reuters
