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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences’ decision not to have performances of the nominated songs on the 97th annual Academy Awards on March 2, but to instead focus on the songwriters, has struck a sour note with Ashley Irwin , president of the Society of Composer & Lyricists. Billboard has obtained a letter that Irwin wrote to the Academy’s board of governors and the producers of the Oscar telecast asking them to reconsider their decision. Related 2025 Oscars to Shift From Live Performances of Best Original Song Nominees to Focus… 01/22/2025 “…This decision to exclude the song performances presents as just another example of the devaluation of music, and its creators,” Irwin wrote. “What should be an opportunity to elevate our craft, by an Academy tasked to represent the importance of music to a motion picture’s storytelling, will be lost. A performance shares the creation of a songwriter’s original work. To eliminate the nominee performances is to ...

T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach claimed they knew Matt James had plans for a future with Rachael Kirkconnell before “something changed” ahead of their shocking split. During the Wednesday, January 29, episode of their “Amy and T.J.” podcast , Holmes, 47, alleged that James, 33, discussed proposing to Kirkconnell, 28, adding, “Matt obviously wasn’t fooling her or trying to trick her. I had plenty of conversations with this dude.” Holmes felt comfortable sharing more personal insight now that Kirkconnell has broken her silence. “Now that she said it, I feel more comfortable saying it. He’s talked about marrying this woman. He’s talked about them having kids,” Holmes claimed. “He talked about it plenty privately. [I] had this conversation tons of times with this dude.” Bachelor’s Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell: A Complete Timeline After news broke about James and Kirkconnell’s breakup, Holmes realized “something changed” between the duo. “Something changed along the way,” he noted...

Marc Cohn has taken took Instagram to reveal his hope amid his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis. “I feel like it’s time to tell you, my fans, what many of my colleagues, friends and family already know. About 5 years ago, I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease,” he wrote alongside a photo of himself on stage. “I waited this long to tell you about the diagnosis because I needed time to process the unsettling news myself. But the good news is this: I’m doing everything I can to stave off Parkinson’s progression, and with those efforts, I have been able to continue playing shows for you all. Some nights have been more difficult than others, but there were moments of healing and deep gratitude for my ability to stand at the microphone and continue to do the job I love so much.” He continued, “These past few years have been a time of reflection and a reminder of the preciousness of every moment. Thank you for making my music part of your daily lives. I feel like I’ve been a guest at your ...

Jeff Probst likes to tell players that “you have to dig deep” to make it on Survivor , and for the 48th time, a group of castaways is hitting the beach to do just that. CBS has announced the cast for Survivor 48 , which premieres with a two-hour episode on Wednesday, February 26, at 8 p.m. ET. Probst, 63, returns to host — as he has every season since the show premiered in 2000 — and will guide the 18 all-new players through every challenge, twist and blindside that the journey has to offer. Like other seasons in Survivor ’s “new era,” the players will be split into three tribes of six, leaving no place to hide. “Even the strongest competitors will be tested and forced to dig deep mentally and physically to ensure their torch stays lit,” CBS teased in a release announcing the cast. This season’s group is diverse in age, background and occupation, with a debate professor, stunt performer and surgeon all set to hit the beaches of Fiji. Keep scrolling to meet the full Survivor 48 ...

On Friday (Jan. 31), two nights ahead of the 67th annual Grammy Awards, UPROXX and will.i.am will host “LA Check-In,” an event dedicated to supporting the LA music community and fire relief efforts. In partnership with the i.am Angel Foundation, the event will feature a performance by Coast Contra and special appearances by will.i.am, DJ Drama (a Grammy winner in 2022 for his work on Tyler, the Creator ‘s Call Me If You Get Lost ), DJ Hed, Samantha Ronson and more. Related Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, The Weeknd & More Musicians Who Donated to L.A. Wildfire… 01/28/2025 The event will be held from 8 p.m. to midnight at will.i.am’s FYI Campus in Hollywood (809 No. Cahuenga Blvd.). 100% of proceeds will be directed to the i.am Angel Foundation’s emergency fund, which provides immediate financial assistance to affected families, students, and communities. Donations will be distributed to the LAUSD [Los Angeles United School District] Foundation, Pasadena Educational...

Travis Kelce celebrates with Taylor Swift and mother Donna Kelce after the Chiefs defeated the Buffalo Bills 32-29 to win the AFC Championship Game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 26, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. Jamie Squire/Getty Images Taylor Swift and Donna Kelce sent a warning message to Travis Kelce ahead of the 2025 Super Bowl. “I owe New Orleans a little something,” Travis, 35, said on the field after the Kansas City Chiefs’ AFC Championship win on Sunday, January 26, per fan footage . Donna, 72, replied, “Yes, you do.” Swift, also 35, looked up at her boyfriend as she seemingly made a comment about Travis staying away from a famed street in New Orleans known for its bars and clubs. “Not going to Bourbon Street,” Swift appeared to say to Travis. Donna agreed with Travis’ girlfriend, adding, “We know your history.” The Chiefs tight end joked that he “won’t be having as much fun.” “I owe New Orleans a little something” *asks about the sugar bowl inci...

Nearly a year after Julia Fox debuted her first single “Down the Drain” at Charli XCX’s February 2024 Boiler Room DJ set, the actress is thinking big when it comes to the future of her music career. In fact, Fox is setting her sights on the Billboard charts. While partnering with MAC for a new campaign, the Uncut Gems star asks a Magic 8 Ball for some guidance on her goals as a musician — but the answer might come as a disappointment to those who are fans of her burgeoning sound. Related Julia Fox Comes Out as a Lesbian: ‘So Sorry, Boys’ 07/09/2024 “Will I be a Billboard [Hot] 100 artist?” Fox, sitting on a subway platform bench while dressed in a revealing nude dress and pale purple glam, asks the toy before giving it a shake. “My reply is no!” she quickly reports back, laughing. “I kind of had a feeling it was no.” The new video is part of MAC’s Eight Ball Questions series, which also includes new clips with Martha Stewart and Tiffany “New York” Pollard...

Madonna is calling out the Donald Trump administration following a number of anti-trans executive orders , including barring transgender people from serving and enlisting in the military, as well as banning   federal funding for youth gender-affirming care. “It’s so sad to watch our new Government slowly dismantling all the Freedoms we have been fighting for and WON over the years,” she wrote alongside a selfie via X on Tuesday (Jan. 28). While she didn’t indicate which freedoms she’s referring to, she added broken heart and Pride flag emojis to her post. “Don’t give up the Fight!” It’s so sad to watch our new Government slowly dismantling all the Freedoms we have been fighting for and WON over the years. 🏳️‍🌈💔 Don’t give up the Fight! pic.twitter.com/6FiziYa2zM — Madonna (@Madonna) January 28, 2025 Madonna has been clear about her disapproval of Trump over the years. After the election in November, she took to her Instagram Stories to post a photo of a yellow and or...

Snoop Dogg has responded to the “hate” he’s received since performing at the Crypto Ball last week to celebrate the inauguration of US President Donald Trump . READ MORE:   Entertainment world reacts to Donald Trump’s 2024 US election win: “We are all totally fucked” The hip-hop icon – alongside Soulja Boy and Rick Ross – performed at the inaugural Crypto Ball in Washington DC, an event described as a “celebratory setting” intended to honour “America’s first ‘crypto president’”. Snoop instantly received backlash online and initially responded by uploading a video of him and Ross having fun at the ball , with the caption: “Got a real Crip up in the Crypto Ball, bang bang.” Yesterday (January 26), the West Coast rap legend posted two videos of him smoking while driving and listening to music. Beneath the first post , many fans were disappointed that he hadn’t apologised for performing at an event that honoured Trump. One person brought up his race, saying: “He’s only black ...

UPDATE (Jan. 27): Country star Lainey Wilson has been added to the line-up for Steven Tyler’s sixth annual Jam for Janie Grammy Awards Viewing Party. She is set to join Billy Idol, Joan Jett, Tom Hamilton, Linda Perry, Matt Sorum, Nuno Bettencourt and Aerosmith, which is reuniting for a special performance at the Live Nation-sponsored event. “Having an amazing artist like Lainey Wilson stop in and join us is going to make this year’s Jam rock like something I could have never dreamed of,” Tyler said in a statement. Wilson is a 2025 Grammy nominee. Another 2025 Grammy nominee is still to be announced for this bill. PREVIOUSLY (Jan. 23): Steven Tyler’s sixth annual Jam for Janie Grammy Awards Viewing Party has been announced, with the charity event to be held on Feb. 2 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles (the site of the first live Grammy telecast in 1971). Hosted by Grammy-winning comedian Tiffany Haddish, the evening features a lineup of performers including Billy Idol , ...

At just 32 years old, Miley Cyrus has had a truly wild life and career. And in a sit-down with personal hero Pamela Anderson, the star confirmed that she has no regrets — except for maybe just a few small things here and there. While talking with the star of Gia Coppola’s The Last Showgirl , Cyrus — who recorded original ballad “Beautiful That Way” for the film — opened up about the many twists and turns she’s faced since stepping into the spotlight as a preteen on Hannah Montana . “I’ve had so many pivots and evolutions and — some might say ‘detours’ — within my path,” she began. Related Miley Cyrus Gets Emotional Over L.A. Wildfires While Reflecting on 2018 Malibu Home Loss 01/12/2025 “But it always ends up coming back around to make the next stage of what we are — something that’s more potent, something that’s more real,” the “Flowers” singer continued. “Funnily enough when I look back, all the mistakes, anything I was unsure of or I didn’t understand, I am...

2025 kicked off with a slew of celebrity breakups. Two months after first sparking split rumors, Jessica Simpson announced that she and Eric Johnson had called it quits after 10 years of marriage. “Eric and I have been living separately navigating a painful situation in our marriage,” she told Us Weekly in a January 13 statement. “Our children come first, and we are focusing on what is best for them. We are grateful for all of the love and support that has been coming our way, and appreciate privacy right now as we work through this as a family.” The exes wed in 2014 and share kids Maxwell, Ace and Birdie. Just two days before announcing their split, Simpson put her Los Angeles home back on the real estate market at an asking price of $17.9 million. Meanwhile, news broke on January 8 that Jessica Alba and Cash Warren separated after 16 years of marriage . Alba was nine months pregnant with the pair’s eldest child, daughter Honor, when they tied the knot in 2008. They went on t...

Central Cee freestyled a new song called ’24 hours’ while on livestream moments after the release of his debut album, ‘Can’t Rush Greatness’ . READ MORE: Central Cee – ‘Can’t Rush Greatness’ review: the face of UK rap gets deep To celebrate the release of his long-awaited debut on Friday, the rapper went on PlaqueBoyMax’s live stream for an ‘In The Booth’ studio session. Before recording, Max unveiled an iconic red British telephone box as Cee’s “custom booth”. Then, over a dreamy, emotive drill instrumental, the Shepherd’s Bush rapper reflected on his past life “trapping” and selling drugs: “Can make 10 thou’ off a random town, in a crackhead’s house / But I’m not too proud, but everything happened for a reason.” He also expressed his desire for peace and move beyond past conflicts, controversially saying: “I’ll keep it real, fuck drill / I can’t wait ’til the beef dies out and they don’t come ’round / For now, we’re still gonna stand our ground.” Other moments of the str...

Courtesy of Sharon Baldoni/Instagram Justin Baldoni ’s mother, Sharon Baldoni , reflected on the importance and perseverance of “justice and truth” on her son’s birthday in light of his ongoing legal drama with actress and It Ends With Us costar Blake Lively . “Happy Birthday Justin ~ remembering a wonderful moment after the final ending of Jane The Virgin ,” Sharon wrote via Instagram on Friday, January 24, sharing set photos from Justin’s tenure on The CW telenovela. “[It was] a moment where joy and love permeated the set, where friendships and family were born and kindness and integrity permeated the hearts of all the actors and crew, where sadness only entered because it was the final scene of a wonderful journey ~ and the beginning of the rest of our lives.” According to Sharon, the 2019 series finale of Jane The Virgin was marked by a “happy, loving and generous memory with hearts exploding with possibilities.” “Life has its moments and also its surprises — as you keep y...

If it feels like it takes several months to find the perfect winter coat , you’re not alone. Finding a luxe coat to elevate any winter ‘fit takes time, and you don’t want to settle for another puffer coat! Luckily, we found a stylish rich mom coat at RTA (Road to Awe) . Spoiler alert: It’s replacing all of our other coats! The brand is known for its signature pieces that combine luxury streetwear with functional elements to help you stay warm without sacrificing your style this winter. Meaning, no more bulky coats that make you look like a marshmallow. We’re adding it to our winter wardrobe immediately. See it! The RTA Thiago Jacket easily retires the current picks in your closet — it’s that good. It’s crafted with a faux fur polyester blend and includes a zip-up closure, oversized collar and front pockets. Better yet, the zippers easily glide up and down (unlike some luxury coats we’ve tried). The coat’s relaxed silhouette is flattering on all figures. Style the faux fur coat w...

Graham Denholm/Getty Images Novak Djokovic earned the wrath of the Australian Open crowd after retiring during his semifinal match against Alexander Zverev .  Djokovic, 37, was forced to withdraw after the first set of his match against Zverev, 27, on Thursday, January 23, unable to continue due to a muscle tear in his left leg. Zverev had secured the lengthy 81-minute first set in a tiebreak.  In response, the crowd at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena booed Djokovic as he left the court. The 24-time Major champion gave two thumbs up to the fans as he made his way to the locker room.  Djokovic sustained the injury during the opening set of  his quarterfinal victory over Carlos Alcaraz on Tuesday, January 21.  Novak Djokovic Says Pickleball Is Making Tennis an ‘Endangered’ Sport Zverev — who advanced to face defending champion Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open men’s final on Sunday, January 26 — did not take kindly to the crowd’s treatment of his opponen...