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Forbes
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Olivia Rodrigo Dazzles At BST Hyde Park With Surprise Ed Sheeran Duet
BST Hyde Park. Olivia Rodrigo @sophiajcarey © Sophia J Carey Pop powerhouse Olivia Rodrigo lit up BST Hyde Park on Friday night with an electrifying 19-song set, delivering a flawless performance to 65,000 fans ahead of her highly anticipated Glastonbury 2025 headline debut. The 22-year-old chart-topper, currently touring her GUTS World Tour, brought high energy, raw emotion and megawatt stage presence to the Great Oak Stage, proving once again why she's one of the most influential pop stars of her generation. In a standout moment, Rodrigo welcomed Ed Sheeran to the stage for a surprise duet of his emotional hit The A-Team , prompting a wave of cheers from the packed Hyde Park audience. 'I want to introduce one of my favourite Brits and one of the best songwriters of all time,' Rodrigo said as Sheeran joined her with guitar in hand, the pair sharing a touching performance under the summer night sky. BST Hyde Park. Olivia Rodrigo and Ed Sheeran @jrcmccord © jrcmccord From High School Musical to Pop Royalty Rodrigo's evolution from Disney star to award-winning global artist was on full display. Switching between electric guitar, acoustic guitar, and piano, she performed hit after hit— Brutal, Vampire, Drivers License, Get Him Back, Good 4 U , and more—showcasing both her musicianship and her deeply resonant songwriting. The energy in Hyde Park on a balmy summer evening was electric–the crowd going wild–with thousands of emotional young girl singing every lyric as Rodrigo strode across the stage. Rocking a glittering silver fringe outfit and no nonsense biker boots, Rodrigo mesmerized the crowd with poetic lyrics about heartbreak, insecurity, and self-discovery. Her vocals soared, her band—featuring powerful performances from the women drummer and guitarists—matched her intensity, and the production included pyro effects and a sky full of streamers. 'I think London is my favourite place right now,' Rodrigo told the audience, who were in the palm of her hand from the beginning of the high- voltage set. 'So many special moments in this park… this is like my dream gig!' Rodrigo is a heady mix of Girl Power, Emo angst and Rock n'Roll riffs–Alannis Morisette meets the Spice Girls with a hint of 80s Madonna. Rodrigo's poetic lyrics speak of broken hearts and the pressure to live up to beauty standards–sentiments that resonate with her army of girl fans. Underneath the doe-eyed, feline exterior Rodrigo possesses an inner steel and determination that comes across in the way she confidently strides around the stage, rocking the guitar and belting out hit after hit while the adoring crowd remain captivated by her energy, her voice and her sheer star wattage. BST Hyde Park. Olivia Rodrigo @sophiajcarey @sophiajcarey Star-Studded Audience & Feminine Rock Energy The crowd wasn't just packed with fans. Celebrities including Sabrina Carpenter (also performing at BST this year), Luke Newton of Bridgerton , James Corden, and Rodrigo's boyfriend Louis Partridge were all spotted soaking in the show. Supporting Rodrigo on the main stage were the raw talents of all-female Indie rock band The Last Dinner Party, who opened the evening with a high-octane set. Dressed in pre-Raphaelite-inspired gowns and performing on a stage styled with Roman columns, they delivered fan favourites like Mirror and Nothing Matters . Lead singer Abigail Morris brought confident, theatrical energy, channelling Florence Welch, Stevie Nicks, and Mick Jagger in equal measure. The band paraded along the catwalk into the audience, guitars aloft, in a Bacchanalian procession of musicality and theatricality. Morris told the crowd: 'It's so lovely to be back here… We got a spot when the Stones were playing. To be back supporting Olivia Rodrigo is so special.' BST Hyde Park. The Last Dinner Party @sophiajcarey © Sophia J Carey Celebrating Women in Music BST Hyde Park's Friday lineup was a celebration of rising female talent. girl in red performed powerful tracks like bad idea ! and I Call You Mine , while floweroflove made a dramatic entrance from a giant stiletto to kick off a standout set. Over on the Rainbow Stage, Caity Baser headlined, with support from Katie Gregson-MacLeod and Ruti, all showcasing the depth of talent among Gen Z artists. BST Hyde Park. Olivia Rodrigo @ISHASHAHPHOTOGRAPHY @ISHASHAHPHOTOGRAPHY BST Hyde Park 2025 Continues BST Hyde Park continues through July with major performances still to come from Noah Kahan, Sabrina Carpenter, Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts, Stevie Wonder, and Jeff Lynne's ELO. Tickets are available now via BST Hyde Park. Olivia Rodrigo, Ed Sheeran @sophiajcarey @sophiajcarey
Scottish Sun
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Peter Kwong dead at 73: Big Trouble in Little China movie star, martial arts expert & acting veteran dies in his sleep
The star started his career as a TV actor in the 1970s STAR GONE Peter Kwong dead at 73: Big Trouble in Little China movie star, martial arts expert & acting veteran dies in his sleep Peter Kwong, the movie star, martial arts expert and acting veteran has died, aged 73. Kwong died in his sleep on Tuesday night, according to one of his representatives. Advertisement 3 The actor starred in nearly 90 film and television roles Credit: Splash 3 One of his most well known roles was in the classic Big Trouble in Little China Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 3 Kwong died in his sleep aged 73 Credit: Shutterstock Editorial The actor played Rain in John Carpenter's 1986 action classic Big Trouble in Little China. Kwong starred in nearly 90 film and television roles over the course of his career. He began as a TV actor in the late 1970s and 1980s in shows such as The A-Team, Wonder Woman, Little House on the Prairie and Miami Vice. His first film role came in 1977 in the drama Panic in Echo Park. Advertisement In 1986, Kwong took up one of his most famous roles as Tommy Tong in Eddie Murphy's comedy-adventure The Golden Child. That same year Kwong appeared in perhaps his most famous movie role in Big Trouble in Little China where he played Rain, one of the three super-powered martial artists. He starred alongside Kim Cattrall and Kurt Russell. The film has emerged as a cult classic over time despite failing at the box office at the time of release. Advertisement The 1990s saw Kwong appear in a range of other TV shows, in both drama and comedy, including Renegade, Malcolm & Eddie, The District, My Wife and Kids, JAG and Curb Your Enthusiasm. He also appeared in other film roles including The Presidio, Gleaming the Cube, I'll Do Anything, Paper Dragons and Cooties. His final role was the voice of Mike in the comedy series Pepito's Mamadas. In addition to being a film star, Kwong was also a martial arts expert. Advertisement He worked in Northern Shaolin kung fu, Chinese kata and a range of weapons including swords, staffs, spears, and nunchaku. Kwong was also a professional dancer which included ballroom, martial arts fusion, disco and breaking. Outside of Hollywood, he was on the SAG National Board of Directors for more than a decade and was also a member of the AFTRA National Board of Directors. He also served on the Television Academy Board of Governors and the Actors Branch Executive Committee of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Perth Now
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
‘Big Trouble in Little China' actor Peter Kwong dead aged 73
Peter Kwong has died aged 73. The actor, best known for his role in John Carpenter's cult classic 'Big Trouble in Little China', passed away in his sleep on Tuesday (28.05.25), according to a statement from his team. Deadline, which first reported his passing, said: 'His reps told Deadline that Kwong died overnight Tuesday in his sleep.' Over a career spanning more than four decades, Peter appeared in nearly 90 film and television roles and was widely respected for his contributions to the screen and the acting community through his work in industry organisations. Born in Los Angeles in 1950, Peter began his acting career on television in the late 1970s, landing roles in series such as 'Wonder Woman', 'Little House on the Prairie', 'Miami Vice' and 'The A-Team'. His first appearance in film came in the 1977 drama 'Panic in Echo Park'. In 1986, Peter landed two of his most notable roles. He portrayed Tommy Tong opposite Eddie Murphy in the fantasy comedy-adventure 'The Golden Child', and Rain, one of the three elemental martial artists in 'Big Trouble in Little China'. The latter, which also starred Kim Cattrall and Kurt Russell, was a commercial disappointment upon release but has since grown into a cult classic. Speaking about his role in the Carpenter-directed film, Peter once said: 'The character of Rain was something special. The fight choreography, the costume – it all came together in a way that stuck with people. 'Even decades later, fans still come up to me and talk about it.' That same year, he also appeared in 'Never Too Young to Die'. Beyond his on-screen work, Petr was active in promoting representation and supporting actors' rights in the industry. He served on the Screen Actors Guild's National Board of Directors for more than 10 years and was a member of the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists' National Board. The actor and martial artist also held positions on the Television Academy's Board of Governors and the Actors Branch Executive Committee of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Daily Mirror
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Iconic Big Trouble in Little China star dies as tributes pour in from fans
Big Trouble in Little China star Peter Kwong has died aged 73, his representative have confirmed. The actor and martial artist was best known for playing Rain in John Carpenter's 1986 classic film alongside Kim Cattrall and Kurt Russell. The actor died in his sleep on Tuesday night, with his representative sharing no further details. The Californian actor took on roles in The A-Team, Wonder Woman, Little House of the Prairie and Miami Vice throughout the '70s and '80s. Since the sad news broke, Peter's fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to the iconic film star. One wrote on X: "Peter Kwong who played Rain in Big Trouble in Little China has sadly passed away. Another small piece of our childhood gone. RIP." Another tweeted: "This is shocking and I'm saddened that Peter Kwong, the actor who played "RAIN" has passed away in his sleep overnight at the age of 73. Peter, will forever be to me, RAIN, the coolest cat, ever with long locks to wear a two piece suit! #RIP."
The Irish Sun
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Peter Kwong dead at 73: Big Trouble in Little China movie star, martial arts expert & acting veteran dies in his sleep
Peter Kwong, the movie star, martial arts expert and acting veteran has died, aged 73. Kwong died in his sleep on Tuesday night, according to one of his representatives. Advertisement 2 Kwong died in his sleep aged 73 Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 2 The actor starred as Rain in Big Trouble in Little China Credit: Shutterstock Editorial The actor played Rain in John Carpenter's 1986 action classic Big Trouble in Little China. He began his career as a TV actor in the late 1970s and 1980s in shows such as The A-Team, Wonder Woman, Little House on the Prairie and Miami Vice. His most well known role came in Big Trouble in Little China in which he played Rain, one of the three super-powered martial artists. He starred alongside Kim Cattrall and Kurt Russell. Advertisement The film has emerged as a cult classic over time despite failing at the box office at the time of release. Kwong also starred in Never Too Young to Die in 1986 alongside John Stamos and Vanity. He also appeared alongside Eddie Murphy and Charles dance in The Golden Child. Outside of Hollywood, he was on the SAG National Board of Directors for more than a decade and was also a member of the AFTRA National Board of Directors. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity He also served on the Television Academy Board of Governors and the Actors Branch Executive Committee of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
