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Jared Leto takes over 'Wheel of Fortune' hosting duties in April Fools' Day prank

Jared Leto took April Fools’ Day to another level. In a surprising turn of events during Monday’s episode of “Wheel of Fortune,” the Oscar-winning actor shocked fans as he seemingly took over hosting duties for longtime host Pat Sajak. “Here are the stars of our show, Jared Leto and Vanna White,” the show’s announcer said as Leto and White walked …

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David Bowie's hairdresser, 'tour madam' recalls warning singer he was hanging out with 16-year-old fan

Suzi Ronson was more than just David Bowie’s hairdresser – she was also his “tour madam.” While on the road, the stylist took on the “less glamorous” role of picking up fans who wanted to meet the band, as well as keeping a close eye on those who followed the entourage in cars. And sometimes looking out for “the prettiest …

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John Sinclair, a marijuana activist who was immortalized in a John Lennon song, dies at 82

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — John Sinclair, a poet, music producer and counterculture figure whose lengthy prison sentence after a series of small-time pot busts inspired a John Lennon song and a star-studded 1971 concert to free him, has died. He was 82. Sinclair died Tuesday morning at Detroit Receiving Hospital of congestive heart failure following an illness, his publicist …

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Taylor Swift has influenced the way Travis Kelce listens to music: ‘Very eye-opening’

Travis Kelce can’t help but gush about girlfriend Taylor Swift. In a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end said he’s constantly amazed by Swift and her ability to keep finding new sources of inspiration to write new music. “I mean, it’s definitely been fun to experience her taste in music for sure,” he told the …

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Klaus Mäkelä, 28, will take over as music director for the Chicago Symphony in 2027

Klaus Mäkelä was hired Tuesday to succeed Riccardo Muti as music director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and will become the youngest head since its start in 1891. A Finn who turned 28 in January, Mäkelä has had an astonishing rise in the music world, becoming principal guest conductor of the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra in 2018-19, then chief conductor …

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'American Idol' contestant and Luke Bryan have awkward tiff, mocks judge’s country twang

“American Idol” is heating up with so much drama this season. On Sunday’s episode, which culminated in the final 24 contestants moving forward to the next round, judge and country crooner Luke Bryan got into a tiff with contestant Madaí ChaKell, 22. The singer took issue with his commentary, choosing to mock his Southern accent at the end of her …

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Beach bands in Mexico are allowed to continue playing music after complaints threatened to end the noise

Bands who play the thumping tuba-and-drums songs of northern Mexico on beaches in the resort city of Mazatlan appear to have emerged victorious this week after noise complaints had threatened to silence them. But anybody who planned to witness the April 8 eclipse in a moment of awed silence will likely be disappointed. Mazatlan, on the Pacific coast, will be …

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Cher recalls being 'down and out,' not able to find a job while honored with iHeartRadio icon award

Cher opened up about the hardships she faced throughout her career while being awarded the iHeartRadio icon award on Monday night. The 77-year-old took the stage to perform “Believe” before actress Meryl Streep presented Cher with the award. She was joined by Jennifer Hudson for the performance. “I want to tell you this because I don’t usually talk about it, …

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iHeartRadio Music Awards: Katy Perry, Tori Spelling and Lainey Wilson heat up red carpet

The 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards kicked off with head-turning looks on the red carpet at Dolby Theater in Los Angeles on Monday night. Lainey Wilson stuck to her uniform of bell-bottom pants. She tied the look together with a black and brown feathered shawl and a black cowboy hat. The country music singer wore a silver pendant necklace and long, …

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs returns to social media, restricting comments following Homeland Security raids

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs returned to social media on Easter Sunday, posting adorable photos of his young daughter, nearly one week after several of his properties were raided by Homeland Security. The embattled rapper strategically disabled comments on his Instagram post, wishing followers a Happy Easter from his 1-year-old daughter, Love. Combs has six older children, none of whom were featured. …

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