Keke Palmer doesn’t appear to appreciate the recent social media conversation comparing her career to that of Zendaya. A Saturday tweet drew attention for claiming that a perceived difference in mainstream popularity between Palmer, who currently stars in Jordan Peele’s Nope, and Zendaya is “one of the clearest examples of how colorism plays out in Hollywood.” The Twitter … [Read more...]
Shonka Dukureh Singer Who Starred in ‘Elvis’ as Big Mama Thornton Dies
Shonka Dukureh, the singer and actor who portrayed Big Mama Thornton in Baz Luhrmann’s “Elvis,” was found dead in her Nashville, Tenn. apartment on Thursday, police confirmed. She was 44. According to a tweet from the Metro Nashville Police Department, no foul play is evident in Dukureh’s death. “Dukureh, a Fisk Univ graduate, was found dead in the bedroom of her Kothe Way apt … [Read more...]
Mary Mara ‘ER’ and ‘Law and Order’ Actor Dies at 61 in Apparent Drowning
Mary Mara, the actor best known for her recurring roles in “ER” and “Law & Order,” died in Cape Vincent, N. Y. Sunday from an apparent drowning. She was 61. In a report published Monday, the New York State Police confirmed that Mara was discovered in the St. Lawrence River in Cape Vincent around 8:10 p.m. on Sunday by various officers. According to a statement from a … [Read more...]
Google Doodle pays tribute to Amanda Aldridge British opera singer and
Today’s Google Doodle is in honor of Amanda Aldridge, an opera singer and esteemed composer of parlour music. Amanda Aldridge was born on March 10, 1866 in London, England, to a family of actors and musicians. Her mother was a Swedish opera singer, while her father was a renowned African-American stage actor. Having a natural talent for music, she studied vocals and harmonies … [Read more...]
Amanda Aldridge was a pioneering opera singer Google’s Doodle is
The most recent Google Doodle honours a groundbreaking opera vocalist who recorded over 30 songs and produced dozens of musical tracks. On this day in 1911, Amanda Aldridge gave a piano recital at Queens Small Hall, the pre-war principal music venue in London and the original home of the BBC Symphony and London Philharmonic Orchestras. Sign up to our NationalWorld Today … [Read more...]
Google Doodle celebrates Black opera singer Amanda Aldridge
Black British composer, teacher and opera singer Amanda Aldridge is being remembered today as the latest Google Doodle celebrates her life and career. Google Doodles often change the classic Google logo to incorporate a historical figure or special occasion relating to a specific date. The Google image for Friday, June 17 features a pairing of Aldridge with a doodle of musical … [Read more...]
Who was actor Brad Johnson and what was his cause of death
ACTOR Brad Johnson achieved fame for his roles in several movie and television productions. Prior to Brad's death, he was recognized by audiences for his parts in Melrose Place, Flight of the Intruder, and Steven Spielberg's Always.2Brad Johnson is remembered for his parts in Always and Melrose PlaceWho was Brad Johnson? Born on October 24, 1959, most of Brad Johnson's early … [Read more...]
Connecticut man arrested for throwing smoothie at Robeks employee
A Connecticut man was arrested after hurling a smoothie at an employee and repeatedly shouting profanities during a heated incident at a Robeks drinks store, police said. The man, identified as 48-year-old James Iannazzo, purchased a smoothie at the location in Fairfield on Saturday, then allegedly returned shortly afterward and claimed the drink contained peanuts, causing his … [Read more...]
When We Were Young music fest boasts extremely stacked emo lineup
Some of the most popular musical artists from the early 2000s will take to the stage in Las Vegas for a single-day festival. The newly announced When We Were Young music festival has a lineup that’s a who’s who of emo-pop with Paramore and a reunited My Chemical Romance headlining. Some of the other acts include The All American Rejects, AFI, Bring Me the Horizon, The Used, … [Read more...]
‘Laverne & Shirley’ Star Eddie Mekka Dies At 69
Eddie Mekka, who portrayed Carmine Ragusa (aka “The Big Ragoo”) on ABC sitcom Laverne & Shirley, died on November 27 at his home in Newhall, California. He was 69 years old and no cause of death was given. Born on June 14, 1952, in Worcester, Massachusetts, Mekka rose to early fame in 1975 in Broadway musical The Lieutenant, which resulted in a Tony Award nomination for Best … [Read more...]