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New York Post
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Poet Andrea Gibson, candid explorer of life, death and identity, dead at 49
Andrea Gibson, a celebrated poet and performance artist who, through their verse, explored gender identity, politics, and their 4-year battle with terminal ovarian cancer, died Monday at age 49. Gibson's death was announced on social media by their wife, Megan Falley. Gibson and Falley are the main subjects of the documentary 'Come See Me in the Good Light,' winner of the Festival Favorite Award this year at the Sundance Film Festival and scheduled to air this fall on Apple TV+. 'Andrea Gibson died in their home (in Boulder, Colorado) surrounded by their wife, Meg, four ex-girlfriends, their mother and father, dozens of friends, and their three beloved dogs,' Monday's announcement reads in part. Advertisement 4 Andrea Gibson, a celebrated poet and performance artist who explored gender identity, politics, and their 4-year battle with terminal ovarian cancer, died at age 49. Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP The film — exploring the couple's enduring love as Gibson battles cancer — is directed by Ryan White and includes an original song written by Gibson, Sara Bareilles, and Brandi Carlile. During a screening at Sundance in January that left much of the audience in tears, Gibson said they didn't expect to live long enough to see the documentary. Tributes poured in Monday from friends, fans, and fellow poets who said Gibson's words had changed their lives — and, in some cases, saved them. Many LGBTQ+ fans said Gibson's poetry helped them learn to love themselves. People with cancer and other terminal illnesses said Gibson made them less afraid of death by reminding them that we never really leave the ones we love. Advertisement In a poem Gibson wrote shortly before they died, titled 'Love Letter from the Afterlife,' they wrote: 'Dying is the opposite of leaving. When I left my body, I did not go away. That portal of light was not a portal to elsewhere, but a portal to here. I am more here than I ever was before.' 4 Gibson's death was announced on social media by their wife, Megan Falley (right). Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP Linda Williams Stay was 'awestruck' when her son, Aiden, took her to hear Gibson perform at a bar in San Francisco a decade ago. Their poetry was electrifying, lighting up the room with laughter, tears, and love. Gibson's poetry became a shared interest for the mother and son, and eventually helped Stay better understand her son when he came out as transgender. Advertisement 'My son, this morning, when he called, we just sobbed together,' Stay said. 'He says, 'Mom, Andrea saved my life.'' 'I know,' she responded. Gibson's poetry later helped Stay cope with a cancer diagnosis of her own, which brought her son back home to St. George, Utah, to help take care of her. They were delighted when Gibson accepted their invitation to perform at an event celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in southern Utah. 'It was truly life-changing for our community down there, and even for our allies,' Stay said. 'I hope that they got a glimpse of the magnitude of their impact for queer kids in small communities that they gave so much hope to.' Advertisement Gibson was born in Maine and moved to Colorado in the late 1990s, where they had served the past two years as the state's poet laureate. Their books included 'You Better Be Lightning,' 'Take Me With You,' and 'Lord of the Butterflies.' Colorado Gov. Jared Polis said Monday that Gibson was 'truly one of a kind' and had 'a unique ability to connect with the vast and diverse poetry lovers of Colorado.' 4 Gibson's books included 'You Better Be Lightning,' 'Take Me With You,' and 'Lord of the Butterflies.' AP In a 2017 essay published in Out magazine, Gibson remembered coming out at age 20 while studying creative writing at Saint Joseph's College of Maine, a Catholic school. Identifying as genderqueer, Gibson wrote that they didn't feel like a boy or a girl and cited a line of their poetry: 'I am happiest on the road/ When I'm not here or there — but in-between.' Comedian Tig Notaro, an executive producer on the documentary and Gibson's friend of 25 years, shared on Instagram how the two came up together as performers in Colorado. Hearing Gibson perform for the first time was like witnessing the 'pure essence of an old-school genuine rock star,' and their words have guided Notaro through life ever since, she said. 4 Gibson and Falley are the main subjects of the documentary 'Come See Me in the Good Light,' winner of the Festival Favorite Award this year at the Sundance Film Festival and scheduled to air this fall on Apple TV+. Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP Advertisement 'The final past few days of Andrea's life were so painful to witness, but simultaneously one of the most beautiful experiences of all of our lives,' Notaro said. 'Surrounded by real human connection unfolding in the most unlikely ways during one of the most devastating losses has given me a gift that I will never be able to put into meaningful words.' Gibson's illness inspired many poems about mortality, depression, life and what happens next. In the 2021 poem 'How the Worst Day of My Life Became My Best,' Gibson declared 'When I realized the storm/was inevitable, I made it/my medicine.' Two years later, they wondered: 'Will the afterlife be harder if I remember/the people I love, or forget them?' 'Either way, please let me remember.'
New York Post
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Louis C.K. to headline New York Comedy Festival 8 years after sexual misconduct allegations
Can you call it a comeback? Comedian Louis C.K. is set to headline two nights of the New York Comedy Festival later this year – marking one of his first high-profile stand-up acts since being accused of sexual misconduct by five women back in 2017. Caroline Hirsch, the founder and owner of the New York Comedy Festival, announced the news in a statement on Monday, July 14. 7 Louis C.K. during the 10th Annual U.S. Comedy Arts Festival at the St. Regis Hotel in Aspen, Colorado. FilmMagic, Inc 7 Louis C.K. attends a boxing match at Radio City Music Hall in April 2013. Anthony J. Causi 'We're thrilled to unveil this year's incredible lineup – a dynamic mix of global headliners and rising voices that reflect where comedy is right now and where it's headed,' she told The Post. 'We're proud to continue to bring New York City the very best of the best.' 'In a constantly shifting landscape, we stay committed to spotlighting new voices, championing fresh perspectives, breaking form, and shaping a festival that sets the standard both creatively and commercially,' Hirsch added. C.K. is scheduled to perform his newest comedy special, 'Ridiculous,' at the Beacon Theater on Nov. 14 and 15 as part of the annual festival. 7 Louis C.K. arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in Beverly Hills in February 2016. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Other headliners include Margaret Cho, Hannah Berner, Pete Holmes, Morgan Jay, Ryan Long, Trevor Wallace and Michael Blackson. 'Strangers With Candy' creators Amy Sedaris, Stephen Colbert and Paul Dinello will also host a reunion to mark the 25th anniversary of the sitcom's cancellation. The news that C.K. will headline two nights of the upcoming comedy festival comes nearly eight years after five women accused the 'Louis' creator of sexual misconduct in a bombshell New York Times exposé. 7 Louis C.K. performs at the Beacon Theatre on October 13, 2012, in New York City. WireImage The women claimed that the comedian exposed himself and masturbated in front of them without their consent, and C.K. later admitted to the allegations and issued a lengthy apology. 'These stories are true,' the comedian began. 'At the time, I said to myself that what I did was okay because I never showed a woman my d–k without asking first, which is also true.' 'The power I had over these women is that they admired me,' C.K. added. 'And I wielded that power irresponsibly.' 7 Louis C.K. participates in the 'Better Things' panel during the FX Television Critics Association summer press tour at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills in August 2017. Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP FX, Netflix, Showtime and HBO quickly cut ties with C.K., and he joked in 2019 that he lost an estimated $35 million in income due to the scandal. However, despite his sudden fall from grace, the canceled comedian later returned to the spotlight to win a Grammy in 2022 for his 'Sincerely Louis C.K.' album. The 'American Hustle' star's award brought backlash, and one of his accusers spoke out after the surprising win. 7 Louis CK attends the 'Louis CK: Hilarious' premiere during the 2010 Sundance Film Festival at Library Center Theatre on January 26, 2010, in Park City, Utah. Getty Images 7 Julia Wolov arrives at the premiere of 'The Ridiculous 6' held at AMC Universal City Walk Stadium 18. Corbis via Getty Images 'Wouldn't it be nice if people would not be rewarded for bad behavior?' actress Julia Wolov, who was named in the exposé about C.K., said at the time. 'But what are you supposed to do?' 'These people voted for him. I guess that's what happens when comedy and music come together,' she added. 'I don't believe in cancel culture, but obviously, Louis is not canceled. He seems fine to me. He's touring. He's selling out. He's winning Grammys.' C.K. later returned to the stand-up circuit, too. He announced an international 2025-2026 tour, called the 'Ridiculous Tour', earlier this year. The Post has reached out to the New York Comedy Festival's organizers for comment.
Toronto Sun
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
Unreleased Beyonce music stolen during 'Cowboy Carter' tour
Published Jul 14, 2025 • 2 minute read FILE - Beyonce, left, accepts the Innovator Award during the iHeartRadio Music Awards, April 1, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Photo by Chris Pizzello / Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Unreleased music by Beyonce along with footage, show plans and concert set lists were stolen from a car in Atlanta rented by the singer's choreographer and one of her dancers, according to a police incident report. The theft of the materials, stored on five thumb drives, happened on July 8, two days before Beyonce began a four-day residency at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Beyonce was set to take the stage Monday evening for her last night in the city. The Atlanta Police Department said in a news release Monday it has secured an arrest warrant for a suspect whose identity was withheld. Two MacBook laptops, Apple headphones, as well as luxury clothing and accessories were also reported stolen, according to the incident report. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Beyonce's choreographer, Christopher Grant, and dancer Diandre Blue told police they parked their rental car, a 2024 Jeep Wagoneer, at a food hall in the city at about 8:09 p.m. The pair returned to the car just after 9 p.m. to discover the trunk window had been damaged and two suitcases had been taken. Grant told officers that 'he was also carrying some personal sensitive information for the musician Beyonce,' the police incident report stated. The report identifies a possible suspect vehicle as a 2025 red Hyundai Elantra. Responding officers were able to identify 'light prints' at the scene, and security cameras in the parking lot captured the incident, according to the report. Officers canvassed an area where the stolen laptop and headphones were tracked by using the devices' location services, the report stated. Beyonce kicked off her highly-anticipated tour in late April, taking her Grammy-winning album, Cowboy Carter , to stadiums in the U.S. and Europe. The singer will end her tour with two Las Vegas nights in late July. RECOMMENDED VIDEO Love concerts, but can't make it to the venue? Stream live shows and events from your couch with VEEPS, a music-first streaming service now operating in Canada. Click here for an introductory offer of 30% off. Explore upcoming concerts and the extensive archive of past performances. Columnists NHL NFL Golf World
Calgary Herald
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Calgary Herald
What to know before you attend the Weeknd concert this weekend
The Weeknd performs a medley during the 67th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, in Los Angeles. Photo by Chris Pizzello / Invision/AP If you're One of the Girls or a Starboy or just a big fan of The Weeknd, and are going to Commonwealth Stadium on Saturday to see the Canadian music star perform as part of his After Hours Til Dawn tour , the city is giving out some tips to ensure your concert experience will run smoothly. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Calgary Herald ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Calgary Herald ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and guests are expected to arrive early since they will go through security screening lines at Commonwealth Stadium. Fans are encouraged to not bring bags. If you're needing to bring a bag, it's important to know Commonwealth Stadium's clear bag policy for all events. Your weekday lunchtime roundup of curated links, news highlights, analysis and features. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and don't exceed 12 inches x 12 inches x six inches are allowed. Small clutch bags that aren't clear, and don't exceed 4.5 inches x 6.5 inches are also allowed inside the stadium. Fans without bags can use the express lanes. Exceptions to this policy will be made for all medically necessary items after inspection and approval. A limited bag check for a $20 fee will be available on a first-come first-serve basis. The service is located on the east side of Stadium Road, near the Gate 9 entrance. While there will be several merchandise tables and locations around the stadium, there will be an opportunity to beat the long lineups. Starting at 12 p.m. merchandise will be available for sale on the west side, by Gate 6, and east side by Gate 9. If you're taking transit to the concert, show your ticket as proof of payment when boarding any ETS bus or LRT, and your concert ticket acts as a transit ticket. It's valid far up to 90 minutes before the concert. Park and Ride is available from several locations including Eaux Claires lot (97 Street and 157 Avenue), NAIT lots (109 Street and 118 Avenue). An ETS shuttle will also run from Churchill Station (100 Street and 102 Avenue) to take concert-goers to and from the event. There is no parking at Commonwealth Stadium and there are parking restrictions in the neighbourhoods around the stadium. Only residents with valid parking passes can park on the streets around the stadium. The Commonwealth LRT parking lot closes at 5 p.m. on Saturday. It's encouraged to consider other forms of transportation to get to the concert.
New York Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Will Reeve reveals first impression of Superman David Corenswet
Up, up, and away! Will Reeve, who is the son of the late Christopher Reeve, recently sat down with The Post for an exclusive interview ahead of the new 'Superman' movie, now in theaters. While Will, 33, discussed everything from his cameo in the new superhero flick to how the cast and crew of the film paid tribute to his legendary father, he also revealed which of the many iconic Superman costumes is his favorite. 21 Will Reeve at the Los Angeles premiere of 'Superman' on July 7. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP 21 David Corenswet at the Los Angeles premiere of 'Superman' on July 7. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP 'I think the classic, with the cape and the trunks on the outside and the big red boots and the vibrant colors,' he said. 'That works for me.' Even though Will's famous father donned one of the most iconic Superman outfits in 'Superman: The Movie' and its three sequels, the outfit has a lengthy history. Before Christopher Reeve wore the blue, red and yellow ensemble for the first time in 1978, the costume was worn by Kirk Alyn in 1948 and 1950 before George Reeves in 1951. Both Alyn and Reeves' costumes were made of knit wool with muted colors to film in black and white. Reeve's suit was the first to depart from knit wool, and it was made of custom-woven and stretchy nylon material, plastic, and small metal elements for the snaps and zippers. 21 Kirk Alyn climbs through an open window as the Man of Steel in an episode of the Columbia serial 'Superman' in 1948. Corbis via Getty Images 21 George Reeves as the Man of Steel in the 1950s series 'Adventures of Superman.' Mptv/Kobal/Shutterstock 21 Christopher Reeve as the Man of Tomorrow in 'Superman: The Movie' in 1978. THA/Shutterstock After Will's father donned the red cape one last time for 'Superman IV: The Quest for Peace' in 1987, it was put on ice until actor Brandon Routh picked up the Man of Steel mantle for 'Superman Returns' in 2006. Routh's costume marked the first time a live-action Superman suit was given texture. During an interview with CBS News in 2006, costume designer Louise Mingenbach described the outfit as 'high-tech and ultra-thin' and made of a spandex blend she called Milliskin. More recently, the Krypton crest was worn by Henry Cavill until, finally, David Corenswet was cast as the latest Man of Tomorrow for James Gunn's new blockbuster. Where Cavill's thick suit was woven with multiple layers of thin mesh, chainmail, and foam latex, per costume designer Michael Wilkinson, Corenswet's was created with custom 3D-printed fabric. Judianna Makovsky, who designed the newest Superman suit, described Corenswet's costume as 'a little more clothing, less spandex' in a recent interview about her creation. 21 Brandon Routh as Superman in the 2006 movie 'Superman Returns.' REUTERS 21 Henry Cavill as Superman in 2013's 'Man of Steel.' AP 21 David Corenswet as Superman in the newest 'Superman' movie. Warner Bros. Pictures Although Will doesn't own any of his father's ensembles, he noted that one of the original costumes is where it belongs: on display at the Smithsonian Museum. 'I don't personally have anything from 'Superman,' but I think something that's a great honor for our family is that the Smithsonian Museum in Washington, DC, has one of the original costumes that my dad wore,' he shared. 'I think that any Superman memorabilia, or items from the set, are better served in public display for the millions of people who love the character, and who loved my father more than it might have on my mantle,' he added. Reeve met Corenswet, 32, and Nicholas Hoult (Lex Luthor) for the first time last year on the set of 'Superman.' 21 Will Reeve during an episode of 'GMA3' on May 27, 2025. ABC via Getty Images 21 David Corenswet as Superman in James Gunn's new 'Superman' blockbuster. Warner Bros. Pictures 21 David Corenswet (Superman) and Nicoulas Hoult (Lex Luthor) at the Los Angeles premiere of 'Superman' on July 7. Warner Bros. via Getty Images 'In May of 2024, I visited the set in Atlanta, where they filmed much of the movie, and I got to meet David and Nick on that day and watch them work for a little while,' the ABC News correspondent recalled. 'And it was a treat,' Will continued. 'I felt so welcomed and included. And I did say to David in that moment where we met, I wanted him to know that I, my brother, and sister, and our whole family are just excited for them.' Before having Will with wife Dava Reeve in 1992, Christopher welcomed son Matthew, now 45, and daughter Alexandra, now 41, with his former partner, Gae Exton. 21 Christopher Reeve in New York City in 1970. Getty Images 21 Christopher Reeve in 1977. Getty Images One thing the younger Reeve made clear when he met Corenswet for the first time was that he and his siblings are 'not the gatekeepers of Superman' despite their father's seemingly inseparable connection to the character. 'I keep saying we're not the gatekeepers of Superman, just because our dad is so inextricably linked with that role,' Will told The Post. 'So I didn't want anyone involved in this new project to think that we were anything but supportive and excited as fans and friends.' Will first crossed paths with Corenswet when the actor was with his wife Julia Best Warner and their then-newborn daughter. 21 Will Reeve at the Los Angeles premiere of 'Superman' on July 7. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP 21 David Corenswet at the Los Angeles premiere of 'Superman' on July 7. WireImage 'David was in his full Superman costume, pushing his daughter in her stroller while she was napping, you know, like sort of rocking back,' he recalled, laughing. 'It looked like something that Norman Rockwell would have conceived.' 21 James Gunn, David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult and Peter Safran attend the 'Superman' photocall at the Corinthia Hotel London on July 3, 2025, in London, England. Getty Images 21 Peter Safran, Nicholas Hoult, Rachel Brosnahan, David Corenswet and James Gunn attend the premiere of 'Superman' at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, California, on July 7, 2025. REUTERS As for the new movie, Will said it is 'everything that a great superhero blockbuster movie can and should be.' 'It's just so fun,' he shared. 'I think that Superman, the character, is a bit quirky and slightly corny, earnest. Pure of heart, so on and so forth. And that shines through.' 'I think that's what made my dad's version so resonant with audiences back when it came out and through to the present day, because he played the character as it was ideally conceived, and really, he embodied it,' Will added. 21 Will Reeve at Disney Upfront 2025 on May 13 in New York City. Disney via Getty Images 21 David Corenswet participates in the ceremonial lighting of the Empire State Building on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, in New York. CJ Rivera/Invision/AP He also praised Corenswet's Superman performance and his ability to portray both the Man of Steel and his alter ego, Clark Kent, in particular. We're Tracking Prime Day Live! Unlock exclusive NYP codes and real-time deals on everyday must-haves. See Your Deals 'I don't know what it's like to play Superman, but from what I can tell, there's a trick you have to pull off, and I commend David for doing that, and for picking up the torch,' Will acknowledged. 'I think that that was my dad's greatest work in Superman was convincing audiences to believe not only that a man could fly, but also that the same being was also Clark Kent, who was a bit bumbling and awkward.' The James Gunn-directed action sci-fi also stars Rachel Brosnahan (Lois Lane), Nathan Fillion (Green Lantern) and Skyler Gisondo (Jimmy Olsen). 21 Peter Safran, Nicholas Hoult, Rachel Brosnahan and David Corenswet at the Los Angeles premiere of 'Superman' on July 07, 2025, in Hollywood, California. Warner Bros. via Getty Images 21 Will Reeve at the premiere of 'Superman' in Los Angeles on July 7. REUTERS Will previously reunited with Corenswet for a 'Good Morning America' interview that aired Thursday. 'That was a special thing for me,' he said regarding interviewing the new 'Superman' star. 'And I was honored to get to speak with David.' 'As he ventures off on this great journey, he doesn't need my or my family's permission to be Superman or to be great as Superman,' Will concluded. 'But we're certainly cheering him and the whole Superman team on.'
