Award-winning Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado dies at age 81, his institute says
Photographer Sebastiao Salgado waves to photographers during the presentation of his exhibition, 'Kuwait: A Desert on Fire', at the Galleria Meravigli, in Milan, Italy, Oct. 20, 2017. Salgado, known for his long-term projects and images of nature and humanity, died at age 81, the Instituto Terra confirmed on Friday, May 23, 2025. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno, File)
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CTV News
8 hours ago
- CTV News
Carrie's voice is back. So is the show's soul as ‘And Just Like That…' grows up
Nicole Ari Parker, from left, Kristin Davis, Sarah Jessica Parker, Sarita Choudhury and Cynthia Nixon pose together at the premiere of "And Just Like That..." Season 3 at the Crane Club on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, in New York. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP) PARIS — 'She's messy. It can be messy. But it's real.' So says Cynthia Nixon — not just of Miranda Hobbes, the character she's embodied for almost three decades, but of the show itself. 'And Just Like That...,' HBO's 'Sex and the City' revival, has come into its own in Season 3: less preoccupied with pleasing everyone, and more interested in telling the truth. Truth, in this case, looks like complexity. Women in their 50s with evolving identities. Not frozen in time, but changing, reckoning, reliving. Queerness that's joyful but not polished. Grief without melodrama. A pirate shirt with a bleach hole that somehow becomes a talisman of power. At its glittering European premiere this week, Nixon and co-star Sarah Jessica Parker, flanked by Kristin Davis and Sarita Choudhury, spoke candidly with The Associated Press about how the show has evolved into something deeper, rawer and more reflective of who they are now. A voice returns Season 3 marks the return of Carrie Bradshaw's iconic internal monologue that once defined 'Sex and the City.' The series has always followed Carrie's rhythm, but now it brings back something deeper: her voice. Literally. 'We've always loved the voiceover,' Parker said. 'It's a rhythm — it's part of the DNA.' The decision to restore it, producers say, was deliberate. The voiceovers return just as Carrie rediscovers her direction — offering viewers a renewed sense of intimacy and connection. That growth is echoed in her rekindled relationship with Aidan and her acceptance to step back for him to focus on his troubled son. The character who in 1998 first stopped a cab in Manolo Blahniks — and once floated through Manhattan chasing shoes and column deadlines — is now grounded in reinvention, the wounds of loss and cautious hope. The word is: grown up. 'She doesn't burst into tears or stomp out of the room anymore,' Parker said. 'She asks smart, patient questions. That's not effort — that's just her nature now.' 'People seem surprised that she is mature,' Parker added. 'But that's just basic developmental stuff — hopefully, simply by living, we get better at things. It's not surprising. It's just real.' Warts and all If Carrie is the compass, Miranda is the seismic shift. Miranda's arc — which now includes a late-in-life queer awakening — may be the show's most radical contribution to television. And for Nixon, who publicly came out as queer while still playing straight in the original 'Sex and the City,' that evolution is deeply personal. 'There's never a 'too late' moment. Miranda comes to queerness at 55,' Nixon said. 'That doesn't mean everything that came before was wrong. It just means this is her now. And it's messy. It can be messy. But it's real.' That embrace of imperfection lies at the core of Nixon's philosophy — and the show's power. On television, where characters linger in our lives for years, there's a unique intimacy and empathy that develops. 'Television puts someone in your living room, week after week. They're imperfect, they make you laugh, and eventually you say, 'I know that person. They're my friend.'' she said. 'That's more powerful than one mythic, perfect film. That's where the change happens.' That change includes how queerness is portrayed. Nixon recalled how earlier generations of LGBTQ+ characters were forced to be flawless, or two-dimensional, to justify their screen time. 'There was a time when gay people on screen had to be saints or martyrs,' she said. 'Now, we can be characters like Miranda — who've had rich, fulfilling heterosexual lives and now stumble upon queerness, and not in a tidy way. There's collateral damage. That's important.' That depth, Nixon said, comes not just from character, but from the format. Unlike film, which requires resolution in two hours, television lets people grow — and falter — in real time. 'The writers are smart' And Miranda's transformation isn't just personal. It's political. In Season 3, she's seen retraining in human rights law, joining protest movements, and wrestling with systemic questions — mirroring Nixon's own off-screen life. In 2018, the actor ran for governor of New York on a progressive platform, bringing her activism directly into the public arena. That convergence isn't accidental, she says. 'On long-running shows, if the writers are smart, they start to weave in the actor,' Nixon said. 'When I started, Miranda and I were very different. But now we've grown closer. We're almost the same person — in temperament, in values.' Season 3 narrows its scope, pulling focus back to the emotional cores of Carrie, Miranda and Charlotte. Several side characters are gone, including Che Diaz, and what remains is a cleaner, more character-driven story. 'I think one of the great things about our show is we show women in their 50s whose lives are very dramatic and dynamic,' Nixon said. 'You get to this age and there's a lot going on — if you choose to keep moving forward.' Friends, friction, and freedom Kristin Davis, who plays Charlotte, noted that those life shifts come fast and often overlap. 'She really starts to unravel,' Davis said. 'But the joy is her friends are there.' Sarita Choudhury, who plays real estate powerhouse Seema, echoed that sense of late-blooming autonomy. 'She's feeling that, if you have your own business, your own apartment, your own way, you get to say what you want,' Choudhury said. 'There's power in that.' It's a subtle rebuke to the long-held media narrative that midlife is a decline. Not just fashion — declaration Fashion, as ever, is present — but now it feels more personal than aspirational. Parker described insisting on wearing a ripped vintage Vivienne Westwood shirt with a bleach hole. 'It had to be in an important scene. It meant something,' she said. Even the show's iconic heels, still clacking through New York's brownstone-lined streets, feel louder this season. And yes, Carrie is writing again — not her usual musings, but a 'historical romance' that lets the show wink at its own pretensions. Taxis become carriages. Voiceovers drift into period drama. Her beloved blouse — vintage, shredded, almost costume — fits the mood perfectly: century-leaping fashion for a century-leaping Carrie. The protagonist, as ever, walks the line between costume and character. 'And Just Like That...' is a show that's learned to walk — loudly — into its next chapter. 'You're better today than you were 10 years ago,' Parker said. 'That's not just Carrie — that's everyone.' Season 3 of 'And Just Like That…' premiered on Thursday on HBO Max
CBC
13 hours ago
- CBC
Justice's best advice for artists: revel in your mistakes
French electronic duo Justice have three Grammy Awards, but they have no interest in going to expensive studios or working with famous producers. They insist on recording all of their songs in their home studio setup. "Non-professionalism is a very big component of the music that we make," says Gaspard Augé, in an interview with Q guest host Garvia Bailey. "Although we are not mixers, we've all always engineered and made things ourselves.... I always say you should mix it yourself. Because even if it's gonna sound less good, it's going to sound better. Because as the artist, you are the most relevant person to give that personality to your record." Justice's music has no shortage of character. They have a wide variety of musical influences, ranging from Funkadelic to Nirvana. The duo have also taken a lot of inspiration from Michael Jackson — they dedicated their 2007 hit song D.A.N.C.E. to him, and their new collaboration with The Weeknd sounds like a reimagined version of Thriller. Originally, Justice's song with The Weeknd was only supposed to be a short instrumental opening track. But in the end, Wake Me Up became a full five minute song with lyrics. WATCH | Official audio for Wake Me Up: "[The Weeknd] said, 'Yeah, can we make something like classical orchestrated music?' So we did that," Xavier de Rosnay explains. "And then we made like ten seconds of music just to show him that it could lead onto something else. And he's like, 'Oh yeah! That's cool!'... I think he liked the idea to once and for all concretize this kind of connection he has with Michael Jackson." After multiple decades in the industry, many music groups end up burning out or breaking up. But Gaspard Augé and Xavier de Rosnay say that they're bonded for life, and they could not be more in sync. "From the moment we met, it was really like a fusional type of relationship," Xavier de Rosnay recalls. "I think we met and two months after that, we were really spending all of our lives together. And that's still the same thing today.… I behave with him the same way I behave with myself. Like almost one entity." I behave with him the same way I behave with myself. Like almost one entity. - Xavier de Rosnay, on his relationship with Gaspard Augé "It's a bit crazy when you think about it," Gaspard Augé says. "And I still love you very much, so that's great — but it's a weird thing." The full interview with Justice is available on our podcast, Q with Tom Power. Listen and follow wherever you get your podcasts.
National Post
19 hours ago
- National Post
Dakota Johnson Named Global Brand Ambassador for Roberto Coin: Award-Winning Actress and Advocate Stars in New Jewelry Campaign
Article content NEW YORK — Roberto Coin, the renowned Italian maison known for its sophisticated design, romance, and impeccable craftsmanship, proudly announces actress and advocate Dakota Johnson as its new Global Brand Ambassador. Article content Article content This landmark partnership ushers in a dynamic new chapter for Roberto Coin, highlighting the brand's continued evolution through bold storytelling and artistry. A celebrated actress with a career spanning over two decades and a vocal advocate for mental health awareness, Johnson embodies Roberto Coin's philosophy of turning life's moments into extraordinary expressions of beauty, passion, and purpose. Article content Starting in June 2025 and running through May 2027, Johnson will star in a stunning new global campaign photographed by the legendary Craig McDean. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Venice, the campaign captures the fusion of classic Italian beauty and contemporary elegance that defines Roberto Coin. Article content Venice serves as both the inspiration and the soul of this campaign. For Roberto Coin, the brand's founder, the connection to this iconic city is deeply personal. Born in Venice, its essence has profoundly shaped his creativity over the years. The city's rich history, majestic architecture, and vibrant artistic culture have long influenced his designs and inspired many of his collections. As such, Venice becomes the perfect backdrop and muse for this new campaign, a city of timeless beauty that perfectly mirrors the brand's elegance. Article content The campaign, featuring video and still photography, highlights Dakota wearing pieces from the brand's most iconic collections: Love in Verona, Venetian Princess, Navarra, Obelisco, Tiaré, and Cobra. Article content Released in two phases, the campaign's first half will launch in June, with the second installment debuting in May 2026. The full campaign will run through May 2027 across global platforms. Article content 'I've always believed that jewelry tells a story—of who you are, where you've been, and what you love,' said Dakota Johnson. 'Roberto Coin's pieces are full of depth and meaning, and I'm honored to help bring that spirit to life through this collaboration. There's romance, strength, and bold femininity in every design.' Article content In addition to the campaign, Johnson will make global appearances and participate in creative initiatives, helping share the Roberto Coin story with a new generation. Article content 'Dakota Johnson is a true original. I love her expressions—an artist with authenticity, depth, and a unique ability to connect,' said Roberto Coin, Founder and Creative Director. 'We are proud to welcome her to the Roberto Coin family and to collaborate on a campaign that speaks to the heart of who we are.' Article content Roberto Coin has been an icon in the jewelry industry for nearly 50 years. His designs include his signature collections like Appassionata, Animalier, Pois Moi and the current iconic Venetian Princess Collection. His collection is available in over 60 countries, in 200 points of sales and over 20 owned or franchise boutiques worldwide. Since 1977, Venetian jewelry designer Roberto Coin has devoted his life to a passion for innovative design, based on a deep knowledge of Italian art and craftsmanship tradition. Finding inspiration in the most unlikely of places, experimenting with light, texture, color, and pattern, Coin's style is ever evolving. His diverse collection, designed to fit every woman's uniqueness is defined by a common thread – a thoughtful balance of elegance and creativity. Included in every piece of Roberto Coin jewelry is his signature ruby. The ruby symbolizes peace, prosperity and happiness and is a special wish from the designer. Article content The distribution in North America is owned and operated by Watches of Switzerland Group, a leading luxury watch and jewelry retailer known for its prestigious portfolio of brands and commitment to exceptional service and client experience. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content
