Country music star Blake Shelton expresses his immense admiration for his wife Gwen Stefani’s electrifying performance at the 2024 Coachella festival. Despite not being physically present at the event, Shelton watched a video of Stefani’s set and was thoroughly impressed by her energy and connection with the audience.
Paramount’s Pluto TV, a free ad-supported streaming service, has launched a ‘South Park’ category featuring a dedicated main channel and character-themed channels in various international markets. This expansion follows the success of ‘South Park’ as a top-performing series on Pluto TV, ranking among the top 10 in multiple markets and number one in Canada, France, and Italy.
A seismic shift is occurring in how we use our vehicles. Nearly two-thirds of young adults now view their cars as a “third space”—a destination unto itself for work, socializing, and relaxing, distinct from home or office. This trend is being driven by a unique confluence of social shifts enabled by technologies that are evolving at an exponential pace. As electric vehicles and even autonomous cars become more common, we’ll all be spending more downtime in our cars and looking for more in terms of entertainment and the tech that’s making it possible.
Today marks the 114th day of 2024, with 252 days remaining until the year’s end. On this significant date, we commemorate the passing of labor leader Cesar Chavez in 1993. History books record the passing of the renowned playwright William Shakespeare in 1616. Events of great consequence unfolded on this day, including the declaration of war between Spain and the United States in 1898, the tragic Rhythm Night Club Fire in Mississippi in 1940, and the historic home run hit by Hank Aaron in 1954. The year 1969 saw the sentencing of Sirhan Sirhan for the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy, while 1971 witnessed Vietnam War veterans’ protest by discarding their medals in protest against the conflict. Notable milestones were reached in 1988 with the implementation of a ban on smoking during domestic airline flights, and 1992 with the opening of the first McDonald’s restaurant in Beijing, China. In 2005, YouTube’s journey began with its first uploaded video. Tragic news struck in 2018 with a van attack in Toronto, resulting in numerous casualties. Amid the turmoil of the COVID-19 pandemic, 2020 witnessed President Trump’s controversial comments on disinfectants, and 2021 saw the resumption of Johnson & Johnson’s vaccine rollout after a temporary pause. Today, we extend birthday wishes to prominent figures such as Alan Oppenheimer, Lee Majors, Michael Moore, Judy Davis, Valerie Bertinelli, John Cena, John Oliver, Kal Penn, Dev Patel, Gigi Hadid, and Chloe Kim, among others.
Today, April 23rd, is a day of celebration for several famous faces. Join us as we take a closer look at the lives and careers of these beloved celebrities who are turning a year older today.
Step into the world of K-pop and unveil your destined group role! Answer our 10-question quiz, encompassing both K-pop trivia and random questions. Our algorithm will determine your ideal position as a member of a K-pop group, revealing your unique strengths and charm. Share your results and let us know what role you’d fill in the K-pop scene.
Malayalam actor Fahadh Faasil believes that Malayalam cinema has gained enough goodwill to experiment with unconventional themes but avoids religious subjects.
Faasil, known for his role in the film ‘Aavesham,’ discussed his movie ‘Trance,’ which attempted to expose the religious industry in Kerala but failed to resonate with audiences who prefer entertainment over harsh realities.
Despite the film’s critical acclaim, Faasil expresses reservations about addressing religion in his future projects in Kerala due to lack of public interest in such discussions.
The actor also highlights the need for entertainment in films, even those with awareness-raising themes, and acknowledges the censorship challenges faced by ‘Trance.’
Faasil emphasizes his preference to be seen as a performer rather than taken seriously outside of his acting roles.
Bollywood icon Aamir Khan unveiled a new rendition of his hit song ‘Papa Kehte Hain’ from his debut film ‘Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak.’ Titled ‘Papa Kehte Hain 2.0,’ the track is featured in the upcoming movie ‘Srikanth,’ starring Rajkummar Rao.
Escape into the surreal world of reality TV! From dating dramas to tear-jerking singing competitions, we’ve compiled the ultimate list of 32 captivating shows that will keep you glued to your couch.
For over two decades, American Idol has been a platform for aspiring singers from across the United States to showcase their talent. This season is no different, with the names of the final 10 contestants being announced on Monday evening’s live broadcast on ABC. For over a decade now, Billboard has been first in line to sit down with each finalist and conduct their first in-depth interviews.
Emotions ran high on Sunday (April 19) as the top 14 performed songs by members of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (the Rock Hall’s Class of 2024 was also revealed during the episode by Ryan Seacrest and Rock Hall member Lionel Richie). At the end of the two-hour episode, Jordan Anthony and Nya were eliminated from the competition.
On Monday night, the theme was Billboard No. 1 Hits, a subject first presented in season two and again in season four. The end of the episode saw the end of two more journeys, with contestants Roman Collins and Jayna Elise leaving the show.
In total, 10 contestants remain in the competition. Here’s a look at each of them, in alphabetical order:
**Jack Blocker**
* Age: 25
* Hometown: Dallas, Texas
* Musical Influences: John Prine, Willie Nelson, Townes Van Zandt, OutKast, Tyler the Creator, White Stripes, Green Day
**McKenna Faith Breinholt**
* Age: 25
* Hometown: Mesa, Arizona
* Musical Influences: Adele, Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift
**Abi Car**
* Age: 19
* Hometown: Indio, California
* Musical Influences: Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, My Chemical Romance, Paramore
**Julia Gagnon**
* Age: 20
* Hometown: Guatemala City, Guatemala
* Musical Influences: Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Jennifer Hudson, Cynthia Erivo
**Triston Harper**
* Age: 15
* Hometown: McIntosh, Alabama
* Musical Influences: Johnny Cash, Charles Johnson
**Kaibrienne**
* Age: 20
* Hometown: Ogden, Utah
* Musical Influences: Katy Perry, Adele, Carrie Underwood
**Kaleb Lee**
* Age: 22
* Hometown: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
* Musical Influences: Bon Jovi, Journey, Whitesnake, Queen, Ed Sheeran
**Mia Matthews**
* Age: 18
* Hometown: Gadsden, Alabama
* Musical Influences: Dolly Parton, Kelsea Ballerini, Kacey Musgraves
**Will Moseley**
* Age: 23
* Hometown: Hazlehurst, Georgia
* Musical Influences: Bob Seger, Chris Stapleton, Luke Combs, Blackberry Smoke
**Emmy Russell**
* Age: 34
* Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee
* Musical Influences: Taylor Swift, Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez, Miley Cyrus
