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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
250 Celebrities Sign Full-Page Ad To Support Planned Parenthood Amid Trump's Attacks
More than 250 celebrities and influencers, including Kamala Harris' stepdaughter Ella Emhoff and actor Pedro Pascal, signed a statement that ran as a full-page ad in The New York Times on Wednesday in support of Planned Parenthood. The statement, which can be viewed on the nonprofit's website, was endorsed by a range of popular figures across generations, from singer Stevie Nicks and actor George Lopez to British pop star Harry Styles and the outspoken indie singer Clairo, whom Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) opened for at this year's Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. The public figures' names appeared under the words 'I'm For Planned Parenthood,' along with several statements in support of the reproductive health care organization. 'Because I'm for freedom. Americans are losing more of our freedom to decide how we live our own lives,' read one line. 'Because I'm for you and me — not the government — deciding what care we need and where we can go to get it,' read another. Planned Parenthood's ad comes as President Donald Trump and other conservatives are working to defund the nonprofit. Earlier this month, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said Trump's economic agenda will include defunding 'big abortion,' a phrase used by anti-abortion conservatives to refer to Planned Parenthood. Actor and LGBTQ+ activist Laverne Cox, who also signed the ad, said in a release obtained by Rolling Stone that she is 'for Planned Parenthood because they provide a space for queer people to feel safe, supported, and affirmed in who they truly are.' 'Trans people need health care providers they can trust, just like everyone else. Planned Parenthood health centers are a lifeline for so many across this country who rely on them for inclusive care,' Cox said. Other notable signatories are singers Sheryl Crow and Cyndi Lauper, as well as actors Kerry Washington and Christina Ricci. 'Every day, Planned Parenthood health center staff open the doors of health centers to ensure patients — no matter who they are — can get access to the essential health care they need,' Planned Parenthood President Alexis McGill Johnson wrote in a statement. 'Planned Parenthood health centers play an irreplaceable role in our health system. I applaud these cultural changemakers and everyone across the country who have said, loud and clear: I'm for Planned Parenthood.' New Trump Cuts Would Majorly Hurt Planned Parenthood Cecile Richards, Ex-President Of Planned Parenthood, Dies At 67 Suspect In Arson At Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro's Residence Planned To Beat Him, Documents Say
New York Post
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Federal court once again strikes down Florida drag show ban as likely unconstitutional
ATLANTA — An injunction barring the enforcement of Florida's drag-show ban will remain in effect after a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the law is likely unconstitutional. A three-judge panel for the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals voted 2-1 to back a lower court decision that described Florida's law, purportedly aimed at protecting children from drag shows, as overly broad and vaguely written. The case now returns to the Middle District of Florida, where a federal bench trial can be scheduled. Advertisement Trixie Mattel performs on stage during the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California, USA, 12 April 2025. CAROLINE BREHMAN/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock Attorney Melissa Stewart, who is representing Hamburger Mary's, a drag-themed casual-dining restaurant, said they're thrilled the First Amendment rights of Floridians will remain protected as the case continues. 'The Court's opinion recognizes this law for what it is -– an egregiously unconstitutional attempt to censor the speech and expression of citizens,' Stewart said. Brian Wright, a spokesman for the Florida governor's office, called the ruling an overreach by a federal court. Advertisement 'No one has a constitutional right to perform sexual routines in front of little kids,' Wright said. 'We will do everything possible to have this lawless decision overturned.' The Hamburger Mary's in Orlando, which filed the lawsuit in 2023, regularly hosted drag shows, including family-friendly performances on Sundays that children were invited to attend. The restaurant closed its downtown location last year but plans to reopen at a new spot in nearby Kissimmee. Advertisement Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during a public event, May 6, 2025, in Miami. AP The restaurant's owner has said the Florida law violated First Amendment rights by chilling speech. Championed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis, the law seeks to punish venues for allowing children into what it called 'adult live performances.' Though it did not mention drag shows specifically, the sponsor of the legislation said it was aimed at those performances. Venues that violated the law faced fines and the possibility that their liquor licenses could be suspended or revoked. Individuals could be charged with a misdemeanor crime.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kali Uchis announces 'Sincerely' tour stop at Acrisure Arena in August: 3 things to know
Grammy Award-winning artist Kali Uchis announced she will be taking her "Kali Uchis - The Sincerely, Tour" to Acrisure Arena in August. The singer will perform at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert on Saturday, Aug. 23. The 25-city North American tour comes in time for her fifth studio album, "Sincerely," which was released last week. Joining Uchis on all dates are Thee Sacred Souls, the 11-piece band from San Diego that performed on the main stage of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival last month. Tickets will be available, starting with various presales beginning 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 14. Verizon will offer an exclusive presale for customers. Tickets for select shows will begin 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 14, until 10 p.m. Thursday, May 15. For more details visit American Express card members can also purchase tickets in Canada before the general public beginning 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 14, through 10 p.m. Thursday, May 15. General ticket sales begin 10 a.m. Friday, May 16 on The tour will also offer a variety of VIP packages and experiences for fans. For more information, visit Palm Desert isn't the only stop in California for Uchis' tour. Other performances include: Sunday, Aug. 17: Golden 1 Center in Sacramento Monday, Aug. 18: Chase Center in San Francisco Wednesday, Aug. 20: The Kia Forum in Los Angeles Sunday, Aug. 24: Pechanga Arena in San Diego The tour kicks off on Aug. 14 in Portland and will wrap up on Sept. 25 in Denver. Uchis' fifth studio album, "Sincerely," has been described as her most intimate and vulnerable body of work to date. The 14-track record showcases deep love and represents the way Uchis romanticizes life and her inner world. The project arrived alongside an official music video for standout track "All I Can Say," which was inspired by classic film noir and the 1950s as Uchis transforms into a timeless on-screen siren. With forays into R&B, alt-pop, reggaeton and Latin strains, Uchis has blazed her own trail in the music industry. She won the Grammy Award for best dance recording for "10%" with Kaytranada in 2021, and her fourth album "Orquídeas" launched her career to new heights. Uchis has also performed at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival a few times in recent years, including just last month with Blackpink's Jennie. Ema Sasic covers entertainment and health in the Coachella Valley. Reach her at or on Twitter @ema_sasic. This article originally appeared on Palm Springs Desert Sun: 3 things to know about upcoming Kali Uchis tour stop in Palm Springs
San Francisco Chronicle
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Portola Music Festival 2025: LCD Sound System, Christina Aguilera and Prodigy among headliners
LCD Sound System, Christina Aguilera, Moby and the Prodigy are among the artists set to perform at the fourth edition of Portola Music Festival in San Francisco. They will be joined at the two-day electronic dance music event, set for Sept. 20-21 on Pier 80, by more than 50 acts including the Chemical Brothers, Rico Nasty, Zack Fox, Blood Orange, Ravyn Lenae, Caribou, Dom Dolla, Neil Frances and Magdalena Bay, among many others. Produced by Goldenvoice, the promoter behind Southern California's Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, the waterfront event boasts a range of genres such as house, techno, pop and hip-hop. Others on the bill include Charli XCX collaborator the Dare, Peggu Gou, Mau P, Anti Up, Duke Dumont, Kelly Lee Owens, Arca, Brutalismus 3000 and Boy Harsher. Despacio, the state-of-the-art immersive sound system created by LCD Sound System frontman James Murphy and Belgian electronic band Soulwax, is expected to deliver tunes during its pop-up dance party on both days of the festival. Ticket presales start at noon Wednesday, May 14, with General sales beginning at noon Thursday, May 15. Single-day tickets start at $279.95, while two-day passes are priced at $399.95. Last year's festival drew more than 42,000 attendees per day, and included performances by controversial rapper and producer M.I.A., 'Unwritten' singer Natasha Bedingfield and Rebecca Black, who rose to fame as a teen for the viral hit 'Friday.' Hosted outdoors along the San Francisco Bay, the event has had a history of noise complaints from residents in Alameda, Oakland and Berkeley since its inception in 2022. In 2024, it received 224 complaints over the festival weekend, despite enhanced efforts to reduce noise during performances, such as reorienting its two outdoor stages, hiring someone to monitor noise levels and enlisting additional call-center staff. Its venue, Pier 80, serves as San Francisco's primary cargo terminal and spans more than 60 acres. Performances will be hosted both indoors and outdoors.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
GloRilla Announces Inaugural ‘Glo Bash' Memphis Concert
GloRilla has revealed big plans for her hometown. The chart-topping rapper shared the official announcement for the inaugural Glo Day, a special engagement in her hometown, set for this summer. The news comes as the 25-year-old wrapped her Glorious tour during the second weekend of the 2025 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. When the aforementioned tour was announced, the Memphis date was noted as TBA. 'MEMPHIS !!!!! I'm coming home!!!!' exclaimed the Grammy-nominated rapper as she shared the promotional flyer on Instagram. 'I'm so excited to announce the 1st Annual Glo Bash in my hometown on Friday, July 25th at the FedExForum. Tickets for the GloRidaz are available tomorrow at 10am local, and general on-sale is on Friday at 10am local. Hit the link in my bio for more info! see y'all there dis gone be one for da books.' The Glo Bash is just one part of the Fenty Brand ambassadors' stacked summer. The 'TGIF' performer is also booked to kick off the month of June at Roots Picnic in Philadelphia. From there, she will continue her East Coast takeover at the HOT 97 Summer Jam on June 20th at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The VIBE cover star is also slated to perform at the ESSENCE Festival of Culture 2025 during the Independence Day Holiday weekend in New Orleans. GloRilla's most recent project, her debut album Glorious, was named VIBE's best Hip-Hop release of 2024. The album features Latto, Megan Thee Stallion, Kirk Franklin, Muni Long, T-Pain, and more across 15 tracks. While no special guests have been confirmed for the Glo Bash, the aforementioned collaborators could likely pop out. GloRilla also has songs with Cardi B, Sexyy Red, and of course, her CMG home team, including label boss Yo Gotti. Get tickets for Glo Bash at the official website. More from Erica Banks Shuts Down Comparisons To Any Other Women Rappers After GloRilla Claims The White House's Official X Account Quotes GloRilla Lyrics, Social Media Reacts HOT 97 Announces Summer Jam 2025 Lineup: GloRilla, A Boogie, Gunna, And More
