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Toronto Star
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Star
‘Star Wars' goes symphonic and the return of a cosy mystery: what the Star's Culture team is loving right now
TV: 'Poker Face' Maybe it's because I'm old enough to remember watching 'Columbo' with my parents, but I welcome the return of 'Poker Face,' Rian Johnson's delightful — dare I say cosy? — comedy-mystery series (Citytv+, CBC Gem). With her weathered-cherub voice and ginger Troll mane, Natasha Lyonne remains a hoot as Charlie Cale, the human lie detector, and the twisty episodes so far satisfy. Season 2's opener features an Emmy-worthy turn by Cynthia Erivo as multiple siblings who think they're entitled to an inheritance from their horrible mother. The show promises even more high-profile guest stars. I can't wait. —Doug Brod Comedy: Katherine Ryan As Canadians are wont to do, comedian Katherine Ryan made her name by leaving her home country. The 41-year-old Sarnia native honed her standup act in England and appeared in TV series there, both as a host and an actor, before creating her London-set, semi-autobiographical Netflix comedy 'The Duchess.' Now Ryan, who expertly taps her life with her Canadian husband and three British-born kids for laughs, is back in Toronto for two shows at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre (190 Princes' Blvd.) on Saturday. Limited tickets were still available at press time. —Debra Yeo Concert: 'Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert' Hearing John Williams's iconic score for 'Star Wars' performed live by a full symphony orchestra is an otherworldly experience — and a must for any fan of the film saga. From next Thursday to Sunday, Toronto audiences will have that opportunity when the Toronto Symphony Orchestra presents four screenings of 'The Empire Strikes Back' (the series' fifth — and best — episode) in concert at Roy Thomson Hall (60 Simcoe St.). Australian composer and conductor Nicholas Buc will lead the TSO in his debut with the orchestra. —Joshua Chong ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Album: billy woods, 'Golliwog' In 2023, billy woods established himself as one of underground hip hop's most compelling storytellers with 'Maps,' a remarkably original (and occasionally hilarious) concept album that offered a glimpse into the chaotic misadventures of a middle-aged rapper on tour. On his new album, 'Golliwog,' woods takes a left turn into horrorcore, weaving dense lyricism into a sinister tapestry of sound — woozy string samples, staggering beats, occasional screams of terror — assembled by an all-star roster of producers. ' The English language is violence, I hotwired it / I got a hold of the master's tools and got dialed in,' woods raps on opener 'Jumpscare,' setting the stage for a brilliant and bleak journey into the heart of darkness, and an exploration of the revolutionary, post-colonial school of thought that might offer an escape route. —Richie Assaly On 'Golliwog,' rapper billy woods dips into horrorcore. Alexander Richter
Tatler Asia
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
8 celebrity exes who still like each other
2. Will Smith and Sheree Zampino Before Jada Pinkett came into the picture, there was Sheree Zampino, Will Smith's first wife and mother to Trey Smith. And while tabloids would love some drama, these two remain the picture of grown-up grace. Will has publicly praised Sheree's parenting and even once called her his 'best friend' in raising their son. Sheree and Jada also get along and have discussed their journey to blended family bliss on Red Table Talk . If that's not the plot of an Emmy-worthy family dramedy, what is? 3. Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck Above Ben&Jen met on the set of the box office flop 'Daredevil' (Photo: IMDB) Post-breakup, Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck have shown up for co-parenting like it's their full-time job. She's the grounded supermom baking cookies and walking the kids to school; he's the Oscar-winning dad who sometimes looks like he just lost a fight with a Dunkin' order. Together, they're a surprisingly effective parenting duo. They've been spotted trick-or-treating with the kids, attending school events and even doing casual drop-offs with new partners in tow. These exes prove you don't need a Batmobile to be superhero parents. See more: Yes Day: Why parents should attempt Jennifer Garner's annual tradition 4. Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon may not be together anymore, but when it comes to raising their twins, Monroe and Moroccan, they are perfectly in tune. They've spent Christmases together, posed for coordinated family photos and maintained a relationship that's 90 per cent love, 10 per cent cheeky digs and 100 per cent good for the kids. When it comes to parenting, Carey once said they're like 'two peas in a pod'. 5. Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow taught us what 'conscious uncoupling' meant. Though the term initially sounded pretentious, it actually works. The Coldplay frontman and the Goop founder have turned their breakup into a lifestyle brand. They vacation together, dine with their new partners and somehow make co-parenting look like a dreamy Italian art film. They've even called their divorce a success, which is either inspiring or deeply confusing, depending on how your last breakup went. Don't miss: 6 celebrity-owned self-care and wellness brands 6. Ellen Adarna and John Lloyd Cruz Filipino actors Ellen Adarna and John Lloyd Cruz dated in the mid-2010s and ended up having a son together. They broke up in 2019, but have enjoyed co-parenting. The actress and hotel heiress even said in an interview that Cruz had asked how much their son needed every month, to which she replied PHP10,000 (US$178) because she also had to own up to her responsibilities for him. The usually private Cruz has openly discussed how fortunate he is in their co-parenting setup. He and Adarna's husband Derek Ramsay have also spoken up about their mutual respect. 7. Jodi Sta Maria and Pampi Lacson Award-winning Filipino actress Jodi Sta Maria married Pampi Lacson, son of former Senator Panfilo 'Ping' Lacson, in 2005, and had a son together. They split in 2011 and officially annulled their marriage in 2024. Sta Maria and Lacson have what they describe a blended family, and the exes often spend holidays and milestones together, alongside Lacson's long-time partner, actress Iwa Moto. 8. Alex Rendell and Toey Jarinporn Thai actors Alex Rendell and Toey Jarinporn dated for three to four years before breaking up in 2016. However, they've acknowledged each other as best friends and have remained business partners. They both run EEC Thailand, which helps educate children on sustainability by allowing them to experience marine life, wildlife and indigenous camps.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
White Lotus star Carrie Coon reacts to her sprint scene in season finale going viral: ‘I'm a New Yorker'
The White Lotus star Carrie Coon has explained her mindset going into her character's now-viral sprint scene from the season three finale. *Warning — Major spoilers for 'The White Lotus' season three finale ahead* In the climax of the HBO show's season three finale — released on Sunday — Coon's Laurie and Kate (Leslie Bibb) accompany their celebrity friend Jaclyn (Michelle Monaghan) outside the White Lotus resort to take photos with the owners, Sritala (Lek Patravadi) and her husband, Jim (Scott Glenn). While the group is posing for pictures, Walton Goggins's Rick spots an opportunity to enact revenge on Jim, whom he believes killed his father. As he walks up to Jim, he manages to steal the gun from Jim's coat pocket before firing a couple of rounds into the old man's chest. Immediately after the gun goes off, Laurie makes a mad dash to safety with Jaclyn and Kate trailing behind. The scene has become an instant hit with fans, who've not only praised Coon for her impressive speed but have also found humor in her character's clear focus on self-preservation. 'Not Carrie Coon delivering that Emmy-worthy monologue about friendship only to leave them to die once the shooting started lmao,' one X user quipped. 'Okay but could we actually find out what Laurie/Carrie Coon's 40 time is?? She is MOVING,' added another. Speaking to Variety in a new interview about the fan-favorite moment, Coon shared that her speedy getaway was based on personal instinct rather than any particular directing note. Not Carrie Coon delivering that Emmy-worthy monologue about friendship only to leave them to die once the shooting started lmao #TheWhiteLotus — xule (@20051628lch) April 7, 2025 'There wasn't direction,' she revealed. 'I knew the gunshot was going to happen, and we were going to run into the bushes, essentially.' Coon, 44, added that she pulled on her experience living in America, where gun violence is among the highest in the world. 'Look, I'm an American and I'm a New Yorker,' she said, 'and if you think I don't know where the exits are in any building I'm in, then you're not paying attention to the news. I thought, what would a person do? A person would f***ing run, would book it, and I'm fast.' The Ohio-born actor is a former collegiate athlete for the University of Mount Union. While she was recruited to play soccer for the school, she also ran track and field. In 2000, she placed second at the Ohio Athletic Conference Championships with a 400-meter dash time of 59.36 seconds, according to Runner's World. 'I'm not as fast as I used to be!' Coon acknowledged. 'Some polite Thai workers were kind of scampering through in the background. I was like, 'No, no, you need to have some Americans sprinting and hitting the deck, and jumping in the lagoon. The Americans are not playing. They know what this means!'' In a three-star review of the latest White Lotus season finale, The Independent's Adam White found it to be 'a violent end to a bad season.' 'Rumors of cast fallouts and creative clashes make sense once you see the show's third season in its entirety,' he wrote, 'with this climax being a mixed bag of total genius and crushing disappointment.'
The Independent
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
White Lotus star Carrie Coon reacts to her sprint scene in season finale going viral: ‘I'm a New Yorker'
The White Lotus star Carrie Coon has explained her mindset going into her character's now-viral sprint scene from the season three finale. *Warning — Major spoilers for ' The White Lotus ' season three finale ahead* In the climax of the HBO show's season three finale — released on Sunday — Coon's Laurie and Kate (Leslie Bibb) accompany their celebrity friend Jaclyn (Michelle Monaghan) outside the White Lotus resort to take photos with the owners, Sritala (Lek Patravadi) and her husband, Jim (Scott Glenn). While the group is posing for pictures, Walton Goggins's Rick spots an opportunity to enact revenge on Jim, whom he believes killed his father. As he walks up to Jim, he manages to steal the gun from Jim's coat pocket before firing a couple of rounds into the old man's chest. Immediately after the gun goes off, Laurie makes a mad dash to safety with Jaclyn and Kate trailing behind. The scene has become an instant hit with fans, who've not only praised Coon for her impressive speed but have also found humor in her character's clear focus on self-preservation. 'Not Carrie Coon delivering that Emmy-worthy monologue about friendship only to leave them to die once the shooting started lmao,' one X user quipped. 'Okay but could we actually find out what Laurie/Carrie Coon's 40 time is?? She is MOVING,' added another. Speaking to Variety in a new interview about the fan-favorite moment, Coon shared that her speedy getaway was based on personal instinct rather than any particular directing note. 'There wasn't direction,' she revealed. 'I knew the gunshot was going to happen, and we were going to run into the bushes, essentially.' Coon, 44, added that she pulled on her experience living in America, where gun violence is among the highest in the world. 'Look, I'm an American and I'm a New Yorker,' she said, 'and if you think I don't know where the exits are in any building I'm in, then you're not paying attention to the news. I thought, what would a person do? A person would f***ing run, would book it, and I'm fast.' The Ohio-born actor is a former collegiate athlete for the University of Mount Union. While she was recruited to play soccer for the school, she also ran track and field. In 2000, she placed second at the Ohio Athletic Conference Championships with a 400-meter dash time of 59.36 seconds, according to Runner's World. 'I'm not as fast as I used to be!' Coon acknowledged. 'Some polite Thai workers were kind of scampering through in the background. I was like, 'No, no, you need to have some Americans sprinting and hitting the deck, and jumping in the lagoon. The Americans are not playing. They know what this means!'' 'Rumors of cast fallouts and creative clashes make sense once you see the show's third season in its entirety,' he wrote, 'with this climax being a mixed bag of total genius and crushing disappointment.'
