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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Events to celebrate Juneteenth at a Dayton Metro Library
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — There are several events on tap at Dayton Metro Libraries that will celebrate Juneteenth, beginning today. The following events are for guests of all ages to enjoy and will be happening throughout the month. Family Storytime: Holidays and Celebrations, Wednesday, June 4, 4-4:45 pm, Burkhardt Branch: Enjoy books, songs, and activities that recognize Juneteenth. A screening of '12 Years a Slave,' Saturday, June 7, 2-4 pm, Southeast Branch: The movie released in 2013 and is rated R. Teen DIY: Craft Stick Wall Hangings!, Tuesday, June 10, 3-5 pm, Southeast Branch. Coloring for Adults, Wednesday, June 11, 10-11 am, Northwest Branch: Registration is required. A screening of 'Selma,' Saturday, June 14, 2-4 pm, Southeast Branch: The movie released in 2015 and is rated PG-13. Juneteenth Bingo and Crafts, Monday, June 16, 4-5 pm, Trotwood Branch: For students in grades 1-4. African American Genealogy, Monday, June 16, 7-8 pm, Northwest Branch: A presentation by Shawna Woodward, a DML Genealogy Librarian. Registration is required. Teen DIY: Juneteenth, Tuesday, June 17, 3-5 pm, Southeast Branch: A craft making session that will also feature a history on Juneteenth. Juneteenth Paper Freedom Quilt, Tuesday, June 17, 6-7 pm, Trotwood Branch A Juneteenth Discussion, Tuesday, June 17, 7-8:15 pm, Northwest Branch: Karen D. Brame of DML's Special Collections Department and community guests will speak about the holiday and its global impact. Juneteenth Jewelry Making, Wednesday, June 18, 1:30-2:30 pm, West Branch: For students in grades 1-4. Black is Also a Rainbow Color Storytime, Wednesday, June 18, 4-4:30 pm, Trotwood Branch: A reading of 'Black is a Rainbow Color,' as well as craft making. This event is for babies and toddlers. Juneteenth: The Hate U Give, Saturday, June 21, 2-4 pm, Southeast Branch: A screening of 'The Hate U Give,' which released in 2018 and is rated PG-13. Juneteenth Attire Fashion Show, Saturday, June 28, 3-5 pm, West Branch: Those interested in modeling need to register beforehand. Spots are limited. All Dayton Metro Library locations will be closed on Thursday, June 19, the day the holiday is observed. To register for events visit the library's website or call the help line at 937-463-2665. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Pink Villa
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
From Lupita Nyong'o to Ke Huy Quan, Here's List of 7 Most Iconic Oscars Speeches of All Time
Winning an Oscar is the ultimate dream for many artists, who strive not only to please the audience with their performances but also to work hard to earn an Academy Award or a nomination. While some may still have that dream, many have already achieved it and experienced what it felt like to get on the stage and receive that trophy. This feeling has often been reflected in the speeches that they have delivered after winning the Academy Awards. These acceptance speeches have been nothing less than inspiring. If you want a dose of motivation, here's a list of the 7 most iconic Oscar speeches. 1. Frances McDormand, Best Actress, 2018 Film: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri Award: Best Actress The veteran star made a powerful speech when she went on stage to accept the Oscar. After thanking her husband, Joel Cohen, and their son, Pedro, along with her co-stars of Three Billboards. The actress also asked all the female nominees who were nominated to stand with her that night. She urged Meryl Streep, who was sitting in the front row, to do it so everyone else would follow. She asked the men in the room to meet with all the women who stood and lend an ear to their career ambitions. She also mentioned, 'I have two words to leave with you tonight, ladies and gentlemen: INCLUSION RIDER." 2. Hattie McDaniel, Best Supporting Actress, 1940 Film: Gone With the Wind Awards: Best Supporting Actress Hattie McDaniel made history by becoming the first African American to ever win an Oscar in 1940. She was reportedly not permitted to be a part of the ceremony, but the film producer, David O. Selznick, asked the then segregated Ambassador Hotel for permission to let McDaniel in. She was given a separate table, away from her co-actors. But this did not stop her from giving a moving speech after she won. McDaniel stated, 'It has made me feel very, very humble, and I shall always hold it as a beacon for anything I may be able to do in the future,' adding, 'I sincerely hope I shall always be a credit to my race and to the motion picture industry.' 3. Lupita Nyong'o, Best Supporting Actress, 2014 Film: 12 Years a Slave Award: Best Supporting Actress Lupita 's Oscar speech not only made her emotional but also everyone watching her win the Oscar. She thanked her 12 Years a Slave co-stars, mentioning her best friend and her brother in the speech. Igniting that ray of hope, Lupita made a powerful statement: 'May this remind you that no matter where you are from, your dreams are valid.' Apart from her speech, she also received immense love for the angelic gown she wore, which was by Prada. 4. Ariana DeBose, Best Supporting Actress, 2022 Film: West Side Story Award: Best Supporting Actress Ariana DeBose truly took it upon herself to inspire others with her win, and she was successful with that. The actress embraced being an openly queer woman of color and made sure to tell the crowd that there was 'indeed' a place for them. She went back in time and recalled being a child, sitting in the backseat of a white Ford, adding, 'Look into her eyes.' She further stated, 'You see an openly queer woman of color, an Afro-Latina, who found her strength in life through art. And that is, I think, what we're here to celebrate.' 5. Ke Huy Quan, Best Supporting Actor, 2023 Film: Everything Everywhere All At Once Award: Best Supporting Actor Is there anything more iconic than Ke Huy Quan himself? Yes, the Oscar speech that he gave right after winning Best Supporting Actor for the hit film Everything Everywhere All at Once in 2023. It is a fact that the majority of people thank their God or their mother while accepting the honor, but what sets Quan apart was the way he said, 'My mom is 84 years old and she's at home watching. Mom, I just want an Oscar.' The actor mentioned that he started his journey on a boat and somehow he ended up on 'Hollywood's biggest stage.' He added, 'They say stories like this only happen in the movies. I cannot believe it's happening to me. This is the American Dream.' 6. Halle Berry, Best Actress, 2002 Film: Monster's Ball Awards: Best Actress When Halle Berry won this prestigious honor back in 2002, she not only created a historic moment by becoming the first Black woman to win the Best Actress honor but also delivered one of the most iconic Oscar speeches of all time. Clearly emotional, Berry stated that the moment was a lot 'bigger' than her. The veteran actress added, 'It's for every faceless, nameless woman of color who now has the chance because this door tonight has been opened.' 7. Brendan Fraser, Best Actor, 2023 Film: The Whale Awards: Best Actor This is by far one of the most emotional moments, not just for Brendan Fraser, but for many of his fans who missed his screen presence until he made a grand comeback by starring in The Whale. As the actor got tears in his eyes, he told the people who worked in the abovementioned movie with him that they 'laid your whale-sized hearts bare so we could see into your souls like no one else.' He also noted, 'Things, they didn't come easily to me... I just want to say thank you for this acknowledgement.' Bonus: Viola Davis, Best Supporting Actress, 2017 Film: Fences Award: Best Supporting Actress Viola Davis has proven to us time and again that she is one of the greatest living actresses of our time. Her performances in various projects are a testament to that. But it's not just her acting but also the statements she makes that make her iconic, and her Oscars speech also falls in the same category. After winning the Best Supporting Actress award for Fences, she was not afraid to showcase her emotional and vulnerable side while reflecting on the impact that her parents had on her life and her professional front. She paid tribute to her husband and their family. Davis stated, 'I'm so glad you are the foundation of my life.'
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sarah Silverman Says ‘SNL' Makes 'You Feel Like a Piece of S***,' Praises Conan O'Brien for Being the 'Best Thing' After Firing
Even though Sarah Silverman was only on Saturday Night Live for one season, she still remembers how the show's 'energy' could make her 'feel like a piece of shit.' During the early start of her career, the two-time Emmy Award winner joined the sketch-comedy show as a cast member in 1993. However, after just one season, Silverman was fired, and she recently reflected on her time with SNL being 'so magical' and 'amazing,' despite the 'anxiety' that comes with being a part of the cast. More from The Hollywood Reporter Taran Killam Recalls Being Told to Stop Saying to 'SNL' Hosts He Starred in '12 Years a Slave' 'SNL' Star Chloe Fineman on Playing a Stripper for 'Summer of 69' and Finding Time for Films Sarah Sherman Says She "Obviously Never Meant to Hurt" Aimee Lou Wood's "Feelings" With 'SNL' 'White Lotus' Parody '[SNL], it's so magical, it's so amazing, but there is just something about it where they just have this energy that puts you in your place where you feel like a piece of shit and terrified [with] the anxiety,' she said during an appearance on the Howard Stern Show. 'It's very hard to be zen and chill there.' After the Wreck-It Ralph star was fired from the show, Silverman remembered being 'totally thrown for a loop' and being in 'such like denial about it.' However, the comedian said that 'the best thing for' post-SNL was appearing on Late Night With Conan O'Brien during his first year hosting the series. 'His first year [hosting Late Night] was my first and only year at SNL, and he put me on all the time even after I was fired,' she said. 'And that was the start for me, and I wouldn't have been able to be on Conan without SNL.' '[SNL] was an incredible kind of boot camp experience,' she added. Earlier in her chat with Stern, the host asked if Lorne Michaels was the one to fire her, to which she responded, 'I guess, yeah.' 'I got a call from my agents and managers, like you know when they call you together it's either great news or terrible news,' Silverman said. 'I was so new to the industry, and they were like 'Yeah, you're fired,' and I was in such denial about it — I couldn't believe it.' Best of The Hollywood Reporter 22 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in Television History A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise 'Yellowstone' and the Sprawling Dutton Family Tree, Explained
Express Tribune
18-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Michael Fassbender on failed Bond audition
In the high-stakes world of Hollywood casting, actors often find themselves vying for the same coveted roles. However, Michael Fassbender's recent revelations offer a refreshing narrative of camaraderie and unexpected advocacy. The acclaimed actor, known for his roles in films like X-Men and 12 Years a Slave, shared that during his own audition for James Bond, he inadvertently championed Daniel Craig for the iconic role. During an appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Fassbender recounted his experience auditioning for Casino Royale, the 2006 film that marked a reboot of the James Bond franchise. Reflecting on his meeting with producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson, Fassbender admitted, "I was never sure I was in the mix." He went on to say, "But I remember going into that room and meeting with Barbara Broccoli and Wilson, and I think I was like, 'Daniel Craig is ' I don't know why I was promoting him. I should've been promoting myself." Ultimately, Craig was cast as James Bond, debuting in Casino Royale and revitalising the franchise with a grittier, more nuanced portrayal of 007. Craig's tenure spanned five films, concluding with No Time to Die in 2021. Fassbender acknowledged Craig's impact, stating, "Obviously, Daniel did a fantastic job and went on to be, I think, the most successful Bond in history." Fassbender also opened up about his struggles with auditions, candidly sharing his less-than-stellar experience auditioning for Mad Max: Fury Road. He recalled arriving nearly an hour late to Warner Bros, admitting, "I arrived, and I was like, 'I'm so sorry,' and they were like, 'Fine.'" The process became increasingly uncomfortable as he worked with director George Miller's acting coach, describing it as "excruciating." Despite being classically trained, Fassbender felt the ordeal was unnecessary, explaining, "I have my process - there's an objective the character has, and activities I'm gonna play to get it. This guy really got on my nerves." The future of 007 While Fassbender made it clear he is not in the running to replace Craig, he did have a few suggestions for who could take on the iconic role next. He named his Black Bag co-star Regé-Jean Page as a strong contender, stating, "Regé, who's in this movie, could be a frontrunner after people see his performance." Craig also backed Aaron Taylor-Johnson for the part, saying, "I thought Aaron Taylor-Johnson was a really good call. He works out, and he's also very good." Page, celebrated for his role as the Duke of Hastings in the hit series Bridgerton, has addressed rumours about his potential return to the show and the ongoing speculation about him taking over the Bond role. Despite the hopes of many fans, Page confirmed that he is not planning to return to Bridgerton, expressing his support for the cast and their success. The possibility of Page becoming the next Bond continues to generate buzz, with figures such as Fassbender and Naomie Harris endorsing him for the role. However, Page stated that he is currently focused on other projects, including the spy thriller Black Bag, where he stars alongside notable actors like Cate Blanchett and Pierce Brosnan alongside Harris and Fassbender. The James Bond franchise has seen various actors bring their unique flair to the role, from Sean Connery's suave demeanour to Roger Moore's charm and Pierce Brosnan's sophistication. Craig's tenure introduced a rugged, emotionally complex Bond, resonating with modern audiences. As the search for the next 007 continues, the legacy of the character remains a testament to the enduring appeal of Ian Fleming's creation.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
The Powerful Reason Why White Folks Are Afraid of A Possible American Dystopia, But Black Folks Say 'Bring It On!'
A lot of folks believe that President Donald Trump and his administration are ushering in dystopian America of sorts — one in which only wealthy white people will be able to survive without needing to fight one another over will presumably only consist of the rodents we're fortunate enough to catch. But while many prepare to adjust for this new 'normal,' it'll be business as usual for Black have lived in a dystopia since the day we were torn from our homeland. That's why you always hear Black folks say 'we gon' be alright.' Because we've lived through worse. According to the Oxford dictionary, a dystopia is an imagined state or society in which there is great suffering or injustice. But when have we not lived in such a state? Was not the separation of children from their parents, brother from sister, the destruction of Black families an example of a life lived in the bitter embrace of injustice? What about living through chattel slavery? Being told that the divine created us for a life of servitude? Our ancestors had to fight for everything they received. Freedom, the right to vote, the right to live where we pleased. These were all gained not because they were given, but because they were acquired by those who would not take no for an answer. Those brave Black men and women who dreamed a better future for their children and grandchildren. Who would not rest until the rights they saw others enjoy was theirs. That is what it means to live in a dystopia. What we have survived is as bad, if not worse, than any author or filmmaker could envision. You may say 1984 by George Orwell is a dystopia, but what about 1719? The year the first slave ship arrived in Louisiana. Perhaps you think Margret Atwood's 'A Handmaid's Tale' is an unrivaled dystopic vision. I suggest you research the experience of Black women in America. Or, better yet, just watch '12 Years a Slave' (a dystopian film if ever there were one) and watch how Massa treated Patsy. Or watch Roots and observe how Chicken George came to be. Living in a dystopia is nothing new to us. We were born in one. Live in one. And yet, we never lost our joy. We created art that white people tried to steal. We created food that was filled with soul. Our dystopic experience never beat us down for we were even able to find love. So, is going through a reckoning of its on making. Those who voted thoughtlessly have welcomed a dystopia of their own making. But we know how to survive a dystopia. In fact, we can thrive in spite of living in one. For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
