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Alf Clausen, Emmy-winning composer for 'The Simpsons,' dies at 84
Published Jun 02, 2025 • 2 minute read Animated character Homer Simpson is projected on screen at the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards, Sept. 22, 2019, at the Microsoft Theater 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. LOS ANGELES — Alf Clausen, the Emmy-winning composer whose music provided essential accompaniment for the animated antics of 'The Simpsons' for 27 years, has died. 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 His daughter Kaarin Clausen told The Associated Press that Alf Clausen died Thursday at his home in Los Angeles after struggling with Parkinson's Disease for about a decade. He was 84. Clausen, who also scored TV series including 'Moonlighting' and 'Alf' ('no relation,' he used to joke) was nominated for 30 Emmy Awards, 21 of them for 'The Simpsons,' winning twice. Al Jean, an early 'Simpsons' writer who was one of the key creative figures on the show in the 1990s, said in a post on X Friday that 'Clausen was an incredibly talented man who did so much for The Simpsons.' While Danny Elfman wrote the show's theme song, Clausen joined the Fox animated series created by Matt Groening in 1990 and provided essentially all of its music until 2017, composing nearly 600 scores and conducting the 35-piece orchestra that played it in the studio. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. His colleagues said his music was a key component of the show's comedy, but Clausen believed the best way to back up the gags of Homer, Marge Bart and Lisa was by making the music as straight as possible. 'This is a dream job for a composer,' Clausen told Variety, which first reported his death, in 1998. 'Matt Groening said to me very early on, 'We're not a cartoon. We're a drama where the characters are drawn. I want you to score it like a drama.' I score the emotions of the characters as opposed to specific action hits on the screen.' Groening, in a 1996 interview, called him 'one of the unacknowledged treasures of the show.' Clausen was born in Minneapolis and raised in Jamestown, North Dakota. He graduated from the Berklee College of Music in 1966, and moved to Los Angeles seeking a career in music. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. In the 1970s he was a musical director on several TV variety shows including 'Donny & Marie.' Clausen worked as an orchestrator for composer Lee Holdridge in his scores for 1980s films including 'Splash' and 'The Beastmaster.' It was Holdridge who first got the composing job on 'Moonlighting,' the late-80s ABC rom-com detective series starring Bruce Willis and Cybil Shepherd, but he handed the gig off to Clausen, who would get six Emmy nominations for his music on it. Clausen won his Emmys for 'The Simpsons' in 1997 and 1998 and also won five Annie Awards, which honor work in animation in film and television. He was fired from 'The Simpsons' in a cost-cutting move in 2017, to the outrage of his collaborators and fans. He sued over his dismissal. Clausen is survived by his wife Sally, children Kaarin, Scott and Kyle, stepchildren Josh and Emily, and 11 grandchildren. Olympics Toronto Maple Leafs News Sunshine Girls Celebrity
Newsweek
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
AMAs Accused of Muting Taylor Swift Cheers During Show
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Taylor Swift fans are accusing the American Music Awards (AMAs) of muting the singer's cheers during Monday's show. Newsweek reached out to Penske Media Corporation, the company behind the AMAs, via email for comment on Tuesday. The Context The AMAs took place at the luxury resort Fontainebleau Las Vegas, with Jennifer Lopez hosting the event for the first time in a decade. Kendrick Lamar dominated the nominations with 10 nods, though only took home one award for Favorite Hip-Hop Song. Billie Eilish won in all seven categories she was nominated, but Swift—who was up for six awards—didn't win any. The billionaire pop star, 35, was nominated for: Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Collaboration of the Year (with Post Malone), Favorite Touring Artist, Favorite Female Pop Artist and Favorite Pop Album. She did not attend the ceremony. Taylor Swift poses during the 2022 American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theater on November 20, 2022, in Los Angeles. Taylor Swift poses during the 2022 American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theater on November 20, 2022, in Los dcp What To Know On Tuesday, social media account tscrazier took to X, formerly Twitter, to share a viral video from the AMAs of the Artist of the Year announcement. "AMAs muting the cheers when Taylor was announced was so nasty and disrespectful," she wrote. "this is how you treat your most awarded AMA artist??" At the time of publication, the clip had racked up more than 281,500 views. .@AMAs muting the cheers when taylor was announced was so nasty and disrespectful. this is how you treat your most awarded AMA artist?? — ariana ♫ (@tscrazier) May 27, 2025 In a follow-up clip from Swift fan svviftlet, which showed a different angle, tscrazier wrote, "she was cheered for LOUDLY btw." Swifties—the nickname given to Swift's fans—were hoping for a big announcement during the AMAs. In recent weeks, fans pointed out what they thought were clues of a new album. The speculation began when they noticed Swift's online store spelled out "AMAs" with the first letters of the words: Apparel, Music, Accessories and Sale. There were also 12 items for sale on her website at 26 percent off. Per Swifties, those numbers were noteworthy, as the Grammy Award winner's next album will be her 12th, and the AMAs were on May 26. Fuel was later added to the rumor when "Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor's Version)" was featured in a recent episode of The Handmaid's Tale. That being said, the tune had previously debuted in 2023's Wilderness. What People Are Saying Swift's fans vented their frustrations with the AMAs on X. X user hayleytv13 wrote in a comment with 273,100 views and more than 7,800 likes: "Why does it feel like something happened? They muted the fans during her part, they didn't include her in the mashup and she didn't win one award or have any acknowledgment, not even Taylor nation showed up. WHAT?!??? I'm confused." taybehere said in a note with 62,600 views and 2,500 likes: "A side-by-side comparison of how the audience actually reacted vs. what the AMAs showed. They muted the cheers. if this doesn't prove that the whole thing is completely rigged, then idk what to tell you." chartstswift added in a message with 111,100 views and 5,300 likes: "If the @AMAs muting the crowd cheering for Taylor during the category announcements isn't proof that these wins were heavily manipulated, I don't know what is." repvtaylor shared: "The AMAs really muted when people cheered for Taylor, this says everything we need to know." What Happens Next Swift has largely been staying out of the spotlight following her record-breaking Eras Tour, though she was recently seen on a date with her boyfriend, Travis Kelce. However, Kelce—who is a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs—will resume his regular NFL season in September, which means Swifties may soon catch a glimpse of the "Cruel Summer" singer in the crowd cheering him on.
Mint
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
American Music Awards 2025: Jennifer Lopez's steamy kiss shocks fans; netizens say, ‘You're not Madonna'
Jennifer Lopez marked the opening of opening of 2025 American Music Awards at Fontainebleau in Las Vegas on May 26 with a stellar show. The 'Jenny from the Block' singer kicked off the gran event in style and shook a leg to a medley of hit songs from the previous year as she took the spotlight. The fans of the 55-year-old singer were shocked to see the popstar making out with her dancers on stage at the 51st edition of the Music Awards. However, the showstopper was Jennifer Lopez' dance during Benson Boone's "Beautiful Things" when the singer kissed not one but two of her dancers in steamy embraces. Mixed reactions flooded the internet, some online users appreciated her performance while others were alarmed to see J lo's daring moves. A user stated, 'Jennifer Lopez is literally one of the greatest performers of all time. This lady is almost 56 years old and performing better than people half her age.' Another user remarked, 'Isn't it pathetic that every award show has to devolve into this weird crap? Jennifer Lopez is 55 fricken years old. This is an embarrassing cry for attention.' A third user joked, 'the second dancer been waiting her whole life for that moment.' A fourth user replied, 'you're not Madonna… and you're 55! Unacceptable!' A fifth user wrote, 'Madonna already did this years ago.' Jennifer lead an all-star lineup last night. Notable performances that followed were that of Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton Benson Boone, Gloria Estefan, Lainey Wilson and Reneé Rapp. Previously, J Lo hosted the 43rd Annual American Music Awards in 2015 which was held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California on November 22. Sharing excitement before the show, the pop star said, 'I've been rehearsing for a couple of weeks on the number,' adding 'So I'm excited about that' E! News reported.
Newsweek
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
How To Watch 2025 American Music Awards: Live Stream The AMAs, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The American Music Awards are returning after a three-year break and will air live on Wednesday across the country from the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas. Hosted by Jennifer Lopez and beginning at 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT on CBS. LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 09: Jennifer Lopez performs onstage during the 2018 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on October 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 09: Jennifer Lopez performs onstage during the 2018 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on October 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. Phillip Faraone/WireImage/Getty Images CBS has teased plans to pay tribute to America's troops, making it more than just a music awards show; it's a celebration of service and sound. Part of that tribute includes the Veterans Voice Award, which will be awarded to Zac Brown for his ongoing work supporting veterans. How to Watch the 2025 American Music Awards: Date: Sunday, May 26, 2025 Time: 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT Channel: CBS Stream: Fubo (Try it Free!) The 2025 AMAs will be full of tributes and performances that you won't want to miss. Janet Jackson will receive the prestigious Icon Award, recognizing her decades-long impact on pop culture, dance, and music. Rod Stewart will be honored for his lifetime achievement, proving the classics never go out of style. Kendrick Lamar leads the pack at this year's show with 10 nominations, showcasing his impact across multiple major categories. Post Malone is right behind with eight nominations, while Billie Eilish, breakout alt-pop star Chappell Roan, and genre-crossing artist Shaboozey are all in the mix with seven nominations each. Kendrick Lamar performs during the 2023 Governors Ball Music Festival at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in New York City on June 11, 2023. Kendrick Lamar performs during the 2023 Governors Ball Music Festival at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in New York City on June 11, 2023. Photo by YUKI IWAMURA/AFP via Getty Images 2025 American Music Awards Nominees Artist of the Year: Ariana Grande Billie Eilish Chappell Roan Kendrick Lamar Morgan Wallen Post Malone Sabrina Carpenter SZA Taylor Swift Zach Bryan New Artist of the Year: Benson Boone Chappell Roan Gracie Abrams Shaboozey Teddy Swims Tommy Richman Album of the Year: Beyoncé Billie Eilish Chappell Roan Charli XCX Gracie Abrams Future and Metro Boomin Kendrick Lamar Post Malone Sabrina Carpenter Taylor Swift Song of the Year: Benson Boone Billie Eilish Chappell Roan Hozier Kendrick Lamar Lady Gaga Bruno Mars Post Malone Morgan Wallen Sabrina Carpenter Shaboozey Teddy Swims Performers: Benson Boone Blake Shelton Gloria Estefan Janet Jackson Jennifer Lopez Reneé Rapp Gwen Stefani Lainey Wilson Rod Stewart Becky G Manuel Turizo Alex Warren Live stream the 2025 American Music Awards on fuboTV: Start your subscription now! If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
Newsweek
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
The AMAs Are Back After 2 Years—Here are the Performers Taking the Stage
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors After a two-year absence, the American Music Awards are finally returning for 2025 in Las Vegas, NV. The American Music Awards are TONIGHT on @CBS and @paramountplus! Tune in at at 8pm ET | 5pm PT for a night of ✨SHOW STOPPING✨ performances and winners selected by ✨YOU✨! #AMAs — American Music Awards (@AMAs) May 26, 2025 More Entertainment: Get Ready for the 2025 AMAs Tonight: All Your Burning Questions, Answered So let's take a look at every artist who will be performing at the American Music Awards' big comeback. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 24: (L-R) Camila Cabello, Taylor Swift, and Halsey perform onstage at the 2019 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 24, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 24: (L-R) Camila Cabello, Taylor Swift, and Halsey perform onstage at the 2019 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 24, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. Emma McIntyre/AMA2019/Getty Images for dcp What Time Does the 2025 AMAs Start? The American Music Awards start at 8:00 p.m. ET/5:00 p.m. PT and can be watched live on CBS as well as the Paramount+ streaming service. The event can also be streamed live on different Penske Media platforms, including The Hollywood Reporter, Rolling Stone, Gold Derby, Variety, Billboard, Deadline, WWD, and IndieWire. Who is Hosting the 2025 AMAs? The AMAs will be hosted by Jennifer Lopez for the second time. She had previously hosted the event in 2015. On top of that, Lopez is a three-time American Music Award winner, having won the awards for Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist and Favorite Latin Artist twice. Who is Performing at the 2025 AMAs? Alongside JLo, the AMAs have announced eight additional performers who will be taking the stage. Both Janet Jackson and Rod Stewart will be performing as recipients of the ICON Award and Lifetime Achievement Award, respectively. More Entertainment: Why Frank Ocean Fans Think a New Album Is Coming Additionally, Benson Boone, Blake Shelton, Gloria Estefan, Gwen Stefani, Lainey Wilson, and Reneé Rapp will perform. Here are the songs we know will be performed: Benson Boone: "American Heart" Lainey Wilson: "Somewhere Over Laredo: Reneé Rapp: "Leave Me Alone" Who is Nominated for the 2025 AMAs? Here are the artists with the most nominations at the 2025 American Music Awards: Kendrick Lamar: 10 Nominations Post Malone: 8 Nominations Billie Eilish: 7 Nominations Chappell Roan: 7 Nominations Shaboozey: 7 Nominations Taylor Swift: 6 Nominations Beyoncé: 3 Nominations Other artists nominated include Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Charlie xcx, Gracie Abrams, The Weeknd, and Jelly Roll. Who Were the Winners of the Last AMAs? The last American Music Awards were held in 2022, with Bad Bunny earning the most nominations with eight total and taking home two awards. However, the big winner for the evening was Taylor Swift, who won six total awards, including Artist of the Year, Favorite Female Pop Artist, and Favorite Music Video. With 40 total American Music Awards, Swift has won more than any artist in history. Other big winners included Beyoncé, Morgan Wallen, BTS, Harry Styles, Kendrick Lamar, and Dove Cameron. More Entertainment: Billy Joel Cancels All Concerts Due to Neurological Condition Billy Joel's Diagnosis Explained as Tour Canceled 'American Idol' Winners: Where Are They Now? For more music and entertainment news, head on over to Newsweek Entertainment.
