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Economic Times
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Inside Eve Jobs' lavish $6.7million wedding to Harry Charles: Kamala Harris, Elton John confirmed guests
Agencies The extravagant wedding- rumoured to come at a hefty price tag of £5million - will take place over four days, starting on Wednesday Apple founder Steve Jobs' daughter Eve is all set to tie the knot in a dreamy $6.7 million wedding this week, New York Post reported. Eve Jobs is all set to marry Harry Charles, a British Olympian, well-known name in the equestrian Jobs will marry the Olympic equestrian gold-medalist fiancé at the stunning Estelle Manor country hotel set at Eynsham Hall, boasting family friend Kamala Harris on the guest list and a performance by Elton grounds of Estelle Manor, where rooms start at £795, is the scene of major preparations - while some guests are believed to be staying at the and the celebrity-famous Soho Farmhouse nearby. ALSO READ: Venus Williams announces engagement with Andrea Preti: Is she richer than her sister Serena? Check details Eve Jobs, 27, who once was named by society bible Tatler as one of its 'new generation of It Girls', and sportsman Harry, 26, got engaged last September. The two began dating in 2022, making their debut just a year ago at the Paris Olympic Games. The extravagant wedding- rumoured to come at a hefty price tag of £5million - will take place over four days, starting on Wednesday. And on the guestlist are a mixture of British sports stars, American politicians and even a sprinkling of US Vice President Kamala Harris is tipped to be among the VIP guests, with Sir Elton John reportedly set to be performing - for a rumoured fee of £1million - and even Princess Beatrice expected to attend, reports The Daily READ: Elon Musk's Tesla diner has robots serving popcorn, cybertruck food boxes and 66ft movie screens. Check full list of menu Also making the VIP guestlist are Kamala's daughter Phoebe and Bill Gates's daughter Jennifer, according to US media reports. They will be joined by celebrities including Arctic Monkeys star Matt Helders, Bruce Springsteen's daughter Jessica - an equestrian, Apple designer Jony Ive, Sofia Abramovich, daughter of ex-Chelsea owner Roman. Though details regarding Jobs' wedding looks have been kept under wraps this far, many have speculated that the blushing bride will opt for a unique couture gown for the main event. Last month, the 27-year-old jetted off to Capri for a lavish Italian bachelorette weekend — alongside close friends like Olympian Eileen Gu, and fellow Stanford fiancé's sister, Scarlett, and mother, Tara, also attended the glam girls' getaway. ALSO READ: $1,390 Stimulus check in 2025: Do Americans need to pay tax on the amount and who needs to apply? Born in 1998, Eve is the youngest daughter of Steve Jobs. She has two older siblings, Erin and Reed. She also has a half-sibling, is an established equestrian and has graduated from Stanford. Eve, despite maintaining a low profile since childhood, shared a Glossier ad she was part of in 2020, opposite Sydney Sweeney and Naomi Smalls. Eve reportedly ranks 5th out of 1000 best riders under 25, across the world. Eve is estimated to have an individual net worth of between $500,000 and $1 million. ALSO READ: Ozzy Osbourne's massive wealth exposed: How did the legendary rockstar make $220 million?Since graduating from Standford University, Eve Jobs has walked Paris Fashion Week runways for luxury labels like Coperni, competed in equestrian World Cup Finals and followed in her mother's philanthropic footsteps. Jobs is currently signed with DNA Model Management. In recent years, she has appeared on the cover of Vogue Japan — as well as a splashy Louis Vuitton campaign. Notably, the offspring of the late tech titan Steve Jobs will not inherit the Apple architect's billions, it has been widely reported.
Winnipeg Free Press
4 hours ago
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Maeve Kyle, Irish trailblazer and 3-time Olympian, dies at 96
DUBLIN (AP) — Maeve Kyle, who became Ireland's first female track-and-field Olympian when she competed at the 1956 Melbourne Games, has died. She was 96. The Olympic Federation of Ireland said Wednesday that Kyle was a 'trailblazer for women's sport.' The cause of death was not announced. 'She competed at three consecutive Olympic Games – Melbourne 1956, Rome 1960, and Tokyo 1964 – at a time when women had to overcome huge prejudice and when opportunities in international athletics were extremely limited,' the federation said in its announcement. The federation also praised the breadth of Kyle's career. 'A sprinter and middle-distance runner, she represented Ireland in the 100m and 200m sprints in 1956 and 1960, and went on to reach the semifinals of the 400m at the age of 36 in Tokyo 1964, cementing her status as one of Ireland's all-time greats on the track,' the statement added. Kyle also represented Ireland more than 50 times in field hockey. 'We have lost a legend of Irish Olympic sport who rose to the top despite huge challenges in 1950s Ireland. She was an inspiration to us all. May she rest in peace,' OFI president Lochlann Walsh said. ___ AP Sports:
Leaders
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Leaders
Tony Hawk Impressed by Esports World Cup's Scale in MENA Region
From skateboarding in drained swimming pools to becoming the global face of the sport, Tony Hawk has witnessed the incredible growth of an industry. Skateboarding has evolved from backyard sessions to the Olympic Games during his lifetime. Similarly, gaming and esports have rapidly transformed into global phenomena, captivating millions worldwide. At the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, even Hawk felt astonished by the scale of this ambitious event. 'This is my first time ever in Saudi Arabia and in Riyadh at the Esports World Cup. I think the most surprising thing is the size of it,' explained Tony Hawk. 'I thought it would be one arena with games coming in and out. It's multiple arenas, thousands of competitors, and it kind of takes over the whole city. It's very impressive.' Upon arriving in Riyadh, Tony seized the opportunity to check another country off his skating bucket list. He broke out his board to carve the streets of Saudi Arabia and explore the local skate scene. 'I think there's a lot of potential here, especially in skateboarding or action sports,' Tony said. 'I see a growing passion for skateboarding. They could really seize the opportunity and create a thriving skate scene very quickly.' Engaging with Local Fans Soaking in the atmosphere and touring the Esports World Cup Festival, Tony Hawk attracted significant attention from local fans eager to interact with a skateboarding icon. 'I am surprised any time I get recognized, especially in foreign countries that are not very skate-centric. It's always a shock because I never got into skateboarding to be famous. No one was famous in skateboarding; in fact, it was the furthest thing from fame you could do when I started.' 'All these interactions I just think are entertaining because I get recognized, but people don't expect me to have gotten older since they last saw me, usually from a video game. They're like, 'It looks like that guy, but he can't be that old.' And that's fine with me.' Parallels Between Skateboarding and Gaming Having been at the forefront of an industry that accelerated from a niche activity to a global sport, Tony Hawk sees significant parallels between gaming and skateboarding. He believes esports will continue to grow, providing passionate gamers worldwide with opportunities to pursue impactful careers in the industry. 'I see a lot of parallels between skateboarding and gaming,' Tony said. 'Especially in the early days, you did it because you loved it. It was the furthest thing from cool; there was no future, no career,' he added. 'Mostly, you were told you shouldn't be doing that, especially by adults.' 'Gaming is the same. When playing games as a kid, I'm sure parents thought you spent too much time doing it. They believed it wasn't productive and that it ate into your homework or social life. Now it's a huge industry, and you can become a professional, just like skateboarding.' 'I feel like the people who were there in the earlier days understand it on a deeper level because they were chastised for it. These days, if someone gets into skating or gaming, they know they could make a living out of it without question. Their parents might even encourage it. That's kind of wild to me. No parents were really encouraging skateboarding in my day.' Opportunities in the Gaming Industry With the gaming and esports industry thriving globally, alongside the growth of streaming and social media, pathways into the gaming industry have emerged. These pathways create opportunities for young people to forge careers in the industry they love. What seemed impossible a few years ago is now becoming a reality. The gaming industry continues to grow, offering opportunities for those with the ability, dedication, and creative spark to become professionals. 'My parents were the rare exception; they were supportive of my skating, but they didn't think it would be a career either,' Tony said. 'They wanted me to go to college. I was a professional skateboarder, buying a house in my senior year of high school, and they wanted me to enroll in college. So, they didn't believe it would be my future either.' 'Kids who aspire to game for a living have a chance now, and their parents may support that decision. I don't know if it's going to happen every time, but it's kind of like skateboarding in that way too. There are so many ways to do it. You can be a streamer, have your own niche, or create your own brand or personality. With skateboarding, it's the same. You don't have to compete. If you're making good content and putting it out there, you can still thrive.' The Legacy of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater Upon release, the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater series became one of the most popular video game franchises of all time. It defined a generation and accelerated the growth of skateboarding and gaming culture worldwide. More than 20 years later, the re-release of the original titles and updates to the franchise continue to capture gamers' imaginations. These updates connect them to the nostalgia of the originals while engaging a new generation of gamers. 'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 just came out, and it's a remake of our third and fourth games from over 20 years ago,' Tony said. 'I think the reason we even get to do those now is that there is a very deep nostalgia for these games. For people, I think it defines a time in their lives where they formed their taste in music and learned about something other than mainstream sports, specifically skateboarding, but also other fringe and alternative sports. I hear a lot of people say that it was their best days playing that game or that it's the reason they failed college. Either way, I take it as a compliment.' 'I think what set Tony Hawk's Pro Skater apart in the early days was that it was authentic. It represented skateboarding in all its forms: the culture, the music, the fashion, the skaters, the tricks, and the renegade attitude of hopping fences. To bring it back in 2025, we had to update it in all respects. I wanted to reflect how skateboarding is now, how much more inclusive and international it is, and I think we did that well. We chose some new skaters, brought back most of the iconic legends, and even added three new levels. I feel we've entered a new era.' Short link : Post Views: 23
The Star
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Olympics-Hollywood executive Peter Rice named head of ceremonies for 2028 Olympics
FILE PHOTO: Peter Rice, Chairman and CEO, Fox Networks Group, speaks during the Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills, California, U.S., May 3, 2017. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson/File Photo LOS ANGELES (Reuters) -Organisers of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics have named TV and film executive Peter Rice as head of ceremonies and content, marking the first time a major Hollywood figure will oversee the creative production of the Olympic and Paralympic ceremonies. Rice, who has had senior leadership experience with 21st Century Fox and The Walt Disney Company, will serve as lead executive producer for both the Opening and Closing Ceremonies in Los Angeles. "Our ceremonies will capture the energy, innovation and creativity of Los Angeles as well as the emotion that exists at the heart of every Olympic Games," Rice told Reuters in an interview. "The challenge is to welcome the world in a way that's not only memorable, but truly representative of LA's unique spirit - a city that stands at the crossroads of creativity, sports, and art." The British American producer will shape the creative vision and oversee production of all four ceremonies at two iconic venues: the historic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and the newly built SoFi Stadium. He said his experience with global sporting events like the Super Bowl, World Series, and FIFA World Cup has prepared him for the task, and emphasized that assembling a world-class production team was his top priority. "We need people with deep Olympic experience who can also tap into LA's creativity and energy," he said, adding that the selection of a production company is expected by year's end. LA28 Chairperson Casey Wasserman expressed enthusiasm for Rice's appointment, citing their 25-year friendship and Rice's unique blend of business, technical, financial and creative skills. "I knew he was our number one draft pick," Wasserman said. Rice, whose projects have earned 51 Academy Award and 293 Emmy nominations, hopes the ceremonies reflect Southern California's spirit of optimism. "It's a place where people go to pursue their dreams, and the Olympics are all about people's dreams," he said. The LA Games open on July 14, 2028, with the Paralympic Games following in August. It will be the first time Los Angeles has hosted a Paralympics. (Additional reporting by Dawn Chmielewski; Editing by Peter Rutherford)
RTÉ News
6 hours ago
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Irish athletics trailblazer Maeve Kyle dies aged 96
Maeve Kyle, a pioneering figure in Irish athletics and a former hockey international, has died at the age of 96. Kilkenny native Kyle racked up 58 caps for Ireland's hockey team before shifting her focus to athletics after meeting her future husband Sean Kyle in 1953. Kyle became the first woman to represent Ireland in track and field at an Olympic Games when she contested the 100m and 200m at Melbourne 1956 as a 28-year-old in a career that became even more remarkable for its longevity. The honour of representing her country came at a financial cost, with the Ballymena-based athlete required to stump up £200 to make the trip Down Under. Kyle went on to compete at Rome 1960 and Tokyo 1964, reaching the semi-finals in both the 400m and 800m in her final Games as a competitor. Two years later, Kyle claimed a bronze medal in the 400m at the European Indoors in Dortmund in what was then West Germany. Gold medals and records in multiple disciplines at World Masters level were attained in the following years, while the Ballymena & Antrim Athletics Club continued to flourish under her tutelage and that of her husband. Kyle enjoyed tenures as manager of both Team GB and the Ireland team, figuring in a fourth Olympics for Ireland when serving as a coach to the Ireland team at Sydney 2000. Voted into the RTÉ/Irish Sports Council Hall of Fame Award in 2008, Kyle was honoured by multiple athletics bodies on the Ireland of honour and in the UK, and was elected as a life vice-president of Athletics Ireland. Predeceased by her husband Sean in 2015, she is survived by her daughter Shauna and her granddaughter Indy.
