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The South African
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
Shakira's record-breaking tour hits snag with cancelled show
Shakira's recent streak of concert cancellations has left fans disappointed, but the Colombian superstar remains resolute and grateful for their support. The 48-year-old pop icon was forced to cancel her third show in just a few days. The singer pulled out of her much-anticipated WorldPride 2025 opening concert in Washington, DC, at Nationals Park on Saturday, 31 May. The cancellation came as a direct result of production complications following her previous cancelled shows in Boston's Fenway Park, according to Daily Mail. City inspectors found structural issues with the stage setup in Boston, deeming it unsafe and below standard. This led to the abrupt cancellation of her shows there. These problems then cascaded, making it impossible to transport her full tour production to Washington, DC, in time for the WorldPride event. Shakira expressed her heartbreak over the cancellations. 'Due to circumstances beyond my control, I am sad and heartbroken that I will not be able to be in Washington, D.C. with you tomorrow. I hope that I can come back to D.C. as soon as I am able. Meanwhile, please know that I am eternally thankful for your unconditional support'. Despite the setbacks, she promised to do everything in her power to reunite with her fans soon. The WorldPride festival is the largest LGBTQ+ event globally and a significant celebration during Pride Month. It was set to kick off with Shakira as the headliner. The Capital Pride Alliance, organisers of WorldPride, expressed their disappointment. They assured fans that the event's opening ceremony would be relocated and restructured, with the rest of the citywide festivities continuing as planned. While the cancellations have been a blow, Shakira can still celebrate a major career milestone. Her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran tour has shattered records. It has becoming the highest-grossing Latin American concert tour by a female artist, surpassing Karol G's Mañana Será Bonito tour. The tour has grossed an impressive $130 million (approximately R2.7 billion) from 21 shows across Mexico and South America. This ranked it second globally on the 2025 midyear Billboard Boxscore Report, just behind Coldplay. Shakira's tour has not been without its challenges. Earlier in the tour, she was hospitalised in Lima, Peru, and had to postpone shows in Medellín and Santiago due to health and safety concerns. She also suffered a fall on stage during a high-energy performance in Montreal but continued the show professionally. Ticket holders for the cancelled Washington and Boston shows will receive automatic refunds through Ticketmaster and Fans who purchased tickets through other vendors were advised to contact their sellers directly. Despite the recent disappointments, Shakira's record-breaking success and will be back on stage soon, ready to deliver the unforgettable performances her fans deserve. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
USA Today
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Coldplay setlist: All the songs on their record-setting Music of the Spheres World Tour
Coldplay setlist: All the songs on their record-setting Music of the Spheres World Tour Show Caption Hide Caption Coldplay's 'Music of The Spheres' tour is the biggest rock tour ever Coldplay's 'Music of The Spheres' world tour is the biggest rock tour of all time, according to Billboard's touring archives. unbranded - Entertainment PALO ALTO, California - Seeing Coldplay live is pretty much the polar opposite of taking in a spontaneous jam band concert. And that's not a bad thing. The group's Music of the Spheres World Tour continues to deliver a tightly choreographed and dreamy production that has been touring the globe for three years. The show the British band put on May 31 at Stanford Stadium, which kicks off a final leg of a planetary peregrination that ends this fall in London, was good fun polished to a delirious sheen. Frontman Chris Martin and his longtime mates – guitarist Jonny Buckland, bass player Guy Berryman and drummer Will Champion – unveiled a two-hour-plus medley of hits woven into a technological tapestry that included light-up bracelets, 3-D glasses and endless fireworks and confetti. Call it a sing-a-long for the ages. The multi-part shows that make up the Music Of The Spheres World Tour finds the band digging deep into its many albums but with an emphasis on 'Music Of The Spheres' (2021) and 'Moon Music' (2024). The tour, which has already crossed the $1 billion sales mark, kicked off back in 2022. Coldplay will reprise their Stanford gig June 1, before moving to Las Vegas for two shows, and then on to Colorado, Texas, Massachusetts, Wisconsin, Tennessee and Florida. They'll hit Toronto and Hull, England before wrapping this mega-tour with 10 dates at London's Wembley Stadium. The last Coldplay show from this record-setting event is September 8. Catch them while you can. Coldplay Music of the Spheres World Tour Stanford Stadium May 31 setlist 1. Higher Power 2. Adventure of a Lifetime 3. Paradise 4. The Scientist 5. Viva La Vida 6. Hymn for the Weekend 7. Magic 8. God Put A Smile Upon Your Face 9. Yellow 10. All My Love 10. People of the Pride 11. Clocks 12. We Pray 13. Infinity Sign 13. Something Just Like This 14. My Universe 15. A Sky Full of Stars 16. Sparks 17. The Jumbotron Song 18. Fix You 19. Good Feelings 20. Feelslikeimfallinginlove
Buzz Feed
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
This Is How 20 Celebs Approach Their Children's Fame
It can be difficult for celebrities to maintain a certain level of privacy when it comes to their families. Some celebrities want to keep their children's lives away from the spotlight as much as possible, while other celebrities have no problem sharing their kids and their lives online. In fact, many of these celeb kids are almost as popular as their parents. So which celeb parents keep their kids private and which celeb parents have children in the public eye themselves? Let's break it down. First, here are the celebrities that keep their children's lives more on the private side: Dax Shepherd and Kristen Bell Actors Dax Shepherd and Kristen Bell have daughters Lincoln, born in 2013, and Delta, born in 2014. The couple keeps their kids very private. When they do post pictures with them on social media, they make sure to cover their faces to ensure as much privacy as possible. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and actress and activist Meghan Markle welcomed a son, Archie, in 2019 and a daughter, Lilibet "Lili", in 2021. Archie and Lili's voices and outlines are shown briefly on social media posts but are otherwise kept out of the public eye. Julia Roberts and Daniel Moder Actress Julia Roberts has three children with cinematographer Daniel Moder. The couple welcomed twins Hazel and Phinnaeus (Finn) in 2004 and Henry in 2007. The children have largely stayed out of the spotlight, aside from rare appearances on their parents' social media pages and Hazel walking the Cannes red carpet with Moder in 2021. Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Actors Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds have four children, daughters James (born 2015), Betty (born 2017), Inez (born 2020), and son Olin (born 2023). The kids made cameo appearances in Reynolds movie Deadpool & Wolverine, with their characters being masked to protect their privacy. Fans of Taylor Swift know that James, Betty, and Inez are mentioned in Swift's songs on her album Folklore. Katie Holmes Actress Katie Holmes gave birth to her daughter Suri in 2006 with her then-husband Tom Cruise. While Suri grew up in the spotlight because of her parents' public relationship and divorce, her life still remains somewhat private behind the scenes. She does not have public social media pages, and Holmes has seemed very intentional about raising Suri with as much normalcy as possible. Angelina Jolie Actress Angelina Jolie has six children, three adopted and three biological with actor Brad Pitt. Aside from a few red carpet appearances in recent years, her children Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, and twins Vivienne and Knox are kept away from the public eye and seem to live fairly normal lives as teenagers and young adults. Gigi Hadid Model Gigi Hadid welcomed daughter Khai in 2020 with former One Direction band member and singer Zayn Malik. The couple seems to try to keep five-year-old Khai's face out of the limelight, opting not to reveal her face. Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow Coldplay's Chris Martin and actress Gwyneth Paltrow have a 21-year-old daughter, Apple, and a 19-year-old son, Moses. Apple has been seen on social media, appearing at a debutant ball recently, and is credited as a writer on one of her dad's songs. However, Apple keeps her social media accounts private, and not much else is known about her. Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis That '70s Show actors Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis have a daughter, Wyatt (born in 2014), and a son, Dimitri (born in 2016). Other than the few times their kids have accompanied them to a couple of public sporting events, the pair keeps their children's lives very private. Adele Singer Adele welcomed a son, Angelo, in 2013 with her then-husband, Simon Konecki. She has chosen to keep the 12-year-old out of the public eye as much as possible, rarely mentioning him in speaking engagements and opts not to include photos of him on her social media pages. And here are the celebrity whose kids can claim the name of celebrity themselves: Cindy Crawford Model Cindy Crawford and her husband Rande Gerber's daughter Kaia Gerber is a model and actress herself, securing roles in the TV show Palm Royale and recent movie Saturday Night among others. The 23-year-old has 9.9 million followers on Instagram. JJ Abrams Abrams, director and screenwriter on movies in the Star Wars and Star Trek franchises, shares three kids with his wife Katie McGrath. Their daughter Gracie Abrams is a singer and songwriter and can definitely use the title of celebrity herself. Gracie opened for Taylor Swift's "Eras Tour" in 2023 and 2024 and currently has three albums out. Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis Actor Johnny Depp shares two children, Lily-Rose and Jack, with French singer and model Vanessa Paradis. Lily-Rose, who is currently 25, is a celebrity in her own right, appearing in several movies and taking up her mother's passion for modeling. She has also been featured in music videos and is a brand ambassador for well-known companies. Beyoncé and Jay-Z Singer and actress Beyoncé is mom to three children with husband, rapper Jay-Z. Their oldest daughter, Blue-Ivy, has been performing with her on the current "Cowboy Carter" tour and acted alongside her mom in the live-action The Lion King movie that premiered in 2019. Blue-Ivy occasionally attends award shows and events alongside both of her parents and has become a recognizable name at just 13 years old. Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Reality star and media personality Kim Kardashian shares four kids with rapper Kanye West. Their oldest daughter, North, especially, has become well-known as she's gotten older. The 11-year-old has been featured on Ye's rap tracks and has appeared on-stage with her father as well. The TikTok account Kardashian has with North has 19.3 million followers. Judd Apatow and Leslie Mann Director and producer Judd Apatow and actress Leslie Mann have two daughters, Maude and Iris, who are famous in their own right. From a young age, they acted in their parent's projects like This is 40 and Knocked Up, in addition to their own individual acting credits on various movies and TV shows. Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman Actors Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman share two children together, 26-year-old Maya and 23-year-old Levon. Maya is a notable actress and singer herself, releasing music and obtaining roles in movies and shows like Stranger Things and Inside Out 2. Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe Actors Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe have two kids together. Ava, who is 25, and Deacon, who is 21. Ava is a model and made her acting debut just recently on the show Doctor Odyssey. She has one million followers on Instagram and is often recognized for the uncanny resemblance she has to her mom. Will Smith and Jada Pickett Actors Will Smith and Jada Pickett's son Jaden and daughter Willow have been in the spotlight since they were children, acting in roles alongside their parents. They are both singer/songwriters and have followings outside of their parents' realms. Adam Sandler and Jackie Titone Actors Adam Sandler and Jackie Titone Sandler have two daughters, Sadie and Sunny. They both have made cameo appearances in their dad's projects and rose to popularity when they starred in the 2023 film You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah.
San Francisco Chronicle
a day ago
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Coldplay at Stanford Stadium: Prepare for traffic, fireworks and big crowds
Coldplay is set to launch the next leg of its record-breaking Music of the Spheres world tour this weekend with two sold-out performances at Stanford Stadium, marking the band's only Northern California appearances this year. The British rock group — singer Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman and drummer Will Champion — is scheduled to perform Saturday, May 31, and Sunday, June 1, in support of its latest album, 'Moon Music,' released in October. Originally launched in 2022, the Music of the Spheres tour recently became the first by a rock band to gross more than $1 billion, joining Taylor Swift's Eras tour in reaching that milestone. Fans can expect a mix of Coldplay classics — including 'Yellow,' 'Viva La Vida' and 'A Sky Full of Stars' — along with new material from the band's 10th studio album. If you're planning to attend, here's what to know before you go: When to arrive and what to expect at the venue The parking lots and box office open at 2 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m. each night at Stanford Stadium, which holds just over 50,000 people. Willow is set to open the show around 5:25 p.m. While set times may vary slightly, Coldplay is expected to begin shortly after the opener, probably between 6:30 and 7 p.m. The venue, which typically serves as home to Stanford University's football team, warns there will be fireworks throughout the performance, with a grand finale just before the 10 p.m. curfew. Getting there: Driving, directions and parking Stanford Stadium is located on the university campus, with access via El Camino Real. Drivers should turn onto Sam McDonald Road to reach the venue directly. Parking is available near the track and field stadium or at Town & Country Village, which is less than a mile from the entrance. Ride-hailing drop-off and pickup zones will be clearly marked near the stadium. Be prepared for delays after the show due to high demand. Traffic will be heavy. Palo Alto police advise giving yourself extra time to arrive and park. Taking Caltrain Caltrain is encouraging concertgoers to take the train to Palo Alto Station, which is within walking distance of the stadium. Staff will be on-site to assist riders. The last northbound train is scheduled to depart at 11:58 p.m. and the last southbound train at 12:56 a.m. There will be no additional train service and no service at Stanford Station. Caltrain operates on a proof-of-payment system, and tickets must be purchased in advance at machines or through the Caltrain mobile app. Ticket availability Though primary tickets are sold out, resale options remain available, with prices for Saturday's show starting at $267 on StubHub. Sunday seats begin at $242. Weather forecast Prepare for warm, sunny days and cooler nights this weekend. Saturday is expected to be sunny with a high near 87 degrees, and light winds, according to the National Weather Service. Saturday night will be mostly clear, with temperatures dipping to around 55 degrees. Sunday will be a bit cooler, with sunny skies and a high near 75 degrees. Sunday night will also be mostly clear, with a low around 52 degrees. Be sure to bring sunscreen, stay hydrated and consider packing a light jacket for the evening. Bag policy Stanford enforces a clear bag policy. Approved bags include: clear plastic, vinyl or PVC, maximum size 12 by 6 by 12 inches. Small clutches with a maximum size of 4.5 by 6.5 inches) are also allowed. Unapproved bags must be returned to your vehicle or checked, if that service is available. Can I bring food or drinks? Outside food and beverages are not allowed. Concessions will be available inside the stadium, including vegetarian and vegan options. Nearby areas including downtown Palo Alto and California Avenue have several late-night food options if you're hungry after the show. Is merchandise available at the venue?
The Hindu
a day ago
- Business
- The Hindu
'India well poised to become global hub for production, export of professional audio, lighting, AV solutions'
India's fast growing urbanising population—expected to exceed 600 million by 2030—is reshaping demand for smart, immersive, and integrated audio visual (AV) solutions across sectors. As digital-first consumption deepens and user expectations evolve, the Coldplay convert organised in Ahmedabad in January at Narendra Modi Stadium and the recently held World Audio Visuals Entertainment Summit (WAVES) in Mumbai which was inaugurated by the Prime Minister has highlighted the importance of the gig economy powered by events and entertainment professionals. The entertainment and OTT boom, growth in premium real estate, and a rapidly evolving event and hospitality industry has created a base for the adoption of advanced audio, video, and lighting technologies in the country said industry executives and experts. Moreover, the infusion of artificial intelligence (AI) into AV workflows—powering automation, personalised content, and predictive maintenance—is transforming how experiences are delivered, they added. 'From a global perspective, India's growth in the professional AV and entertainment technology space over the last few years has been remarkable, often surpassing the momentum seen in more mature markets,' Jaime Albros, Senior VP, Global Sales, Harman International said while speaking at the industry event PALM AV-ICN Expo, organised by Informa Markets in India in Mumbai. His colleague Amar Subhash, Vice President & General Manager, Harman Professional Solutions, India & APAC, added 'India remains one of the fastest-growing and most strategic markets for Harman Professional.' 'Today, AV forms the backbone of key sectors—including hospitality, retail, education, transportation, and smart infrastructure—driving seamless communication, engagement, and operational efficiency,' he said. 'With strong government investments in digital infrastructure and AV-led transformation, the country is well-positioned as a global leader in this space,' he said. According to industry offices the Indian Pro AV market is projected to reach $17.3 billion by 2031 from $6.5 billion in 2025, growing at a CAGR of 12%. The LED segment estimated at $5 billion in 2024 is projected to reach $26.7 billion by 2033 at a CAGR of 19.35%, further highlights the rising demand across interconnected sectors, they added. Anil Chopra - Founding Director, PALM Expo, said 'There is immense growth potential of India's professional entertainment technology industry. We are at a transformative juncture where the integration of IT, AI, and broadband is revolutionizing product development across these domains.' He said India was strategically positioned to lead this evolution, not just through innovation but through large-scale manufacturing — a key focus of the government's industrial agenda. 'Recent reforms in the MSME sector, particularly the redefinition of size thresholds, have enabled numerous AV rental companies to access institutional funding under the CGTMSC scheme. This has significantly boosted investment in advanced equipment and infrastructure,' he said. 'While we remain reliant on imported components for now and exports are still at a nascent stage, the strength and scale of India's domestic demand are driving rapid expansion. India is well on its way to becoming a global hub for the manufacturing and export of professional audio, lighting, and AV solutions,' he emphasised. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India, the organisers of the show said 'India's professional audio, AV, and lighting industries are going through a transformative phase, driven by a growing demand for immersive experiences and the country's commitment to smart and sustainable infrastructure.' 'Strategic programs like the Smart Cities Mission, Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, and various urban renewal initiatives are propelling the adoption of advanced lighting and integration technologies across sectors,' he said. 'As India moves towards becoming a $5 trillion economy, the rising urban population and expanding entertainment, hospitality, and live event ecosystems present immense opportunities for growth,' he added. Harshal Kothari, VP West, Event and Entertainment Management Association (EEMA) India said 'With AV becoming an essential part of sectors like education, hospitality, retail, and infrastructure, the need for skilled professionals and unified industry representation is more important than ever.' With increasing demand from Gen Z and millennials aged 25–35, the demand for immersive AV experiences—from LED walls and curved screens to high-end sound systems —has grown exponentially, even for private events.
