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17-07-2025
- Entertainment
Heidi Klum challenges new 'Project Runway' contestants to make her a dress
Heidi Klum unveiled a fun challenge to the latest batch of contestants on "Project Runway" when she said, "Make me a dress for 'GMA.'" The challenge was announced Wednesday as contestants Ethan Mundt, Belania Daley and Jesus Estrada appeared on "GMA" and competed in the preliminary Caffeine Couture Challenge, which saw them sew sartorial creations in an ode to the caffeinated beverages so many of us love to sip each morning. Celebrity stylist Law Roach was on hand alongside designer and "Project Runway" season 4 winner Christian Siriano to critique the looks as they paraded down the "GMA" runway. Mundt, who previously competed on season 13 of "RuPaul's Drag Race" as Utica Queen, was first to display a dazzling creation in the form of a finely tailored tweed look that echoed the soft browns and creams one might encounter in a cappuccino. "That is a very expensive cappuccino," Roach said about the look, while Siriano called it "perfection" and "gorgeous." Daley's look was up next, a flowing ensemble modeled after a matcha latte with a sheer top layer over a boned corset, finished with mixed material pant utilizing ombre fabric to mimic the layered look of the drink. Roach noted the strong, clear reference to matcha throughout the look, while Siriano said of the look, "The movement is the best part." Estrada closed the segment with a three-dimensional floral top and high-waisted trousers done in various browns as an ode to mocha. The judges were in agreement on the beauty of the look, with Siriano announcing, "Mix my mocha up! I really need one!" After a short deliberation, the judges award the winning trophy and a $2,000 gift card to Daley, and a video message from Klum appeared, in which she asked the contestants the all-important question: "Would you please make me an outfit? Please, please, please, please, so I can wear it on the show?" Tune in on Aug. 6 when Klum appears on "Good Morning America" to reveal her outfit.
Chicago Tribune
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
What to do in Chicago: Blackpink, Phish and the Renegade Craft Fair
Our picks for events in and around Chicago this weekend. Blackpink in your area … specifically Soldier Field. The K-pop phenomenon — Jennie, Rosé, Lisa and Jisoo — roll into town on the heels of the release of their latest single, 'Jump.' It's been out for about a week and has been streamed about 40 million times on Spotify. Get ready to considered heirs of the Grateful Dead more than 40 years after the band's Vermont founding, Phish has become its own thing. Jam with them this weekend during their three-night stand at the United Center. Can't make it, but still a die-hard fan? Watch their webcasts — but is it really the same?Dance on the beach to Claptone, Hayden James and more EDM at Volleywood. It's a 21+ party promising 'pure summer chaos in the heart of the city' along with a silent back at the Hideout this weekend with Chicago-based Brittney Carter and two Louisville artists, Horace Gaither and Otez. Groove to their personal blends of rap and mellow wraps up a seven-week run on July 19 with Teatro ZinZanni's ongoing latest production of 'Love, Chaos, and Dinner.' Perhaps best known from 'RuPaul's Drag Race,' BenDeLaCreme got her start in Chicago while a student at School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Expect circus arts, comedy, live music and comedian Louis Katz delivers his rapid-fire style of stand-up at Zanies this weekend. In an era when stand-up comedy can veer into confessional storytelling, Katz is a bit of a throwback. In his act, it's all about the you could go to a club show without going to a club? Go to West Fest: Empty Bottle programs its two stages. In addition to the usual summer festival fixings — food, music, craft vendors and kids activities — swing by for Pet Fest. Your pup can try out an obstacle course, paw painting and sniff around for other pet demos and for Renegade Craft Fair in Logan Square this weekend, its latest marketplace. More than 250 artists and artisans will offer their wares, from felted mushrooms and handcrafted leather footwear to tattoo art and maybe you prefer the thrill of the hunt. Head to Andersonville for its Vintage Market, featuring a lot of old stuff, from vintage kitsch to antique treasures. This is also a good option if you want to browse an outdoor market but the prospect of Renegade overwhelms. The Vintage Market features a manageable 30-some weekend doesn't really end on Sunday in the summertime, right? Stretch it into Tuesday or Wednesday with the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Karen O and the rest of the gang will play the Chicago Theatre — and chances are, they'll play 'Maps,' their decades-old song that went viral last fall on social media.
USA Today
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
As brands retreat from Pride, this company stepped up for visibility in rural towns
World of Wonder, the Emmy-winning media company behind "RuPaul's Drag Race," has spent over three decades redefining global pop culture. With international adaptations of Drag Race in more than 15 countries, from the U.K. and France to Brazil and the Philippines, their unapologetically queer empire spans continents. However, the company's reach goes far beyond reality TV. From producing acclaimed documentaries like "The Eyes of Tammy Faye" and "Mapplethorpe: Look at the Pictures" to launching live events such as RuPaul's DragCon, a Las Vegas residency, and the Drag Defense Fund in partnership with MTV and the ACLU, World of Wonder is no stranger to queer visibility and celebration. Now, as many major brands retreat from LGBTQ+ sponsorships, World of Wonder co-founders Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato are doubling down on community and connection by investing in Pride events in small towns and cities across the U.S., including Augusta, Georgia; Buffalo Grove, Illinois; and Portsmouth, New Hampshire. "Whether it's ten people or a million, a parade moves forward," Bailey told USA TODAY. "That's what Pride is. Moving forward." The following Q&A was edited for length and clarity. You're known for iconic LGBTQ+ experiences in major cities. What inspired you to support smaller-town Pride parades this year? Fenton Bailey: This year, we're seeing a big walking back of support for Pride from corporations, probably because they're afraid of the current political climate. We realized that while we don't have the reach or deep pockets of those companies, we could still make a difference. Small is beautiful, and these local Prides matter deeply. Randy Barbato: Pride is a time to celebrate our community and our allies, but it's also a time to resist. The LGBTQ+ community is under attack, and a lot of corporate America is buckling under pressure. We felt a responsibility to step in, even in a small way, to support local Pride events. How did you choose locations like Augusta, Buffalo Grove and Portsmouth? FB: Big cities already get a lot of attention. But local communities, that's where people really need to feel supported. And many people at World of Wonder have ties to these towns, so it was personal. RB: Exactly. It's a reminder that these parades are just as meaningful, if not more. These towns are where values are shaped. Love, tolerance, non-judgment – those start at home. Do you see your involvement drawing LGBTQ+ travelers to these smaller Prides? RB: For us, it's not about size. It's about connection. These events are incredibly intimate and powerful. If anything, I hope more people travel to these small towns to experience that kind of community. ... When one community is under threat, we all are. Pride is celebration, but also a reminder that we must keep showing up. For ourselves, and for each other. FB: One example, we sponsored the Buffalo Grove Pride Parade, where Kahmora Hall marched. Through that event, I met a local mom who started a greeting card program for LGBTQ+ folks without family support ... I signed up to help ... That kind of connection – that's what local Pride can offer. What message do you hope this support sends to travelers and companies? FB: I wish more companies would show up. Just look at Budapest Pride. Even with a ban, tens of thousands marched. That same spirit of resistance is needed here. This is not the time to run and hide. RB: It's heartbreaking to see how far we've slid. Visibility has always been at the core of what we do. And now, just being yourself is a political act. So we're going to be more ourselves than ever. What's your most memorable Pride experience? FB: Marching in New York (in the late '80s during the AIDS crisis), we did a "die-in" on Fifth Avenue. Lying down in silence amid the noise of a parade was powerful. It was a moment of clarity – we're here because others fought for us. We have to keep marching. RB: I'd cosign that. Also, the first Pride I brought my kids to ... right on Hollywood Blvd. Watching them wave flags from strollers – that was unforgettable. Any packing tips for travelers heading to Pride events? RB: Sneakers, sunscreen, your black book, your phone – you're going to meet people – and water. Hydrate! FB: And no weapons. The only weapon you need is love.
Axios
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
7 upcoming movies and shows that feature New Orleans
New Orleans is about to take center stage as a wave of movies and TV shows debut with the Crescent City as their backdrop. Why it matters: It's welcome news for the city's film industry, which has seen a post-pandemic slowdown. The big picture: While New Orleans was recently the country's fourth largest production hub, rising costs and industry shifts have pushed many projects overseas or to other states, writes Verite's Jasmine Robinson. The industry is also figuring out its future amid the growth of streaming services. Gov. Jeff Landry signed a bill into law in June that gives the state flexibility with its tax credit program to help lure more film productions, Robinson writes. Between the lines: Productions for three shows based on books by New Orleans author Anne Rice appear to be moving elsewhere. "Interview with a Vampire," which shot two seasons in New Orleans, filmed its third season in Toronto. The next season of "Mayfair Witches" will be set in Salem, Massachusetts, and a new show was shot in the U.K., according to TV Insider. Watch now/soon 💃🏽 "Big Easy Queens" on Hulu: This feature film is a darkly comic drag thriller staring "RuPaul's Drag Race" queen Suzie Toot and cabaret drag artist Miss Bouvèé. It's set in New Orleans but was filmed in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, a publicist tells Axios New Orleans. (Trailer) 🌀 "Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time" on Hulu & Disney+: This five-part documentary series from executive producer Ryan Coogler ("Sinners") premieres July 27 on National Geographic. It "offers an unprecedented, heart-pounding look at the disaster directly from those who lived through it," ABC says. 👑 "A King Like Me" on Netflix: This is a documentary about the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club and the impact COVID had on the krewe. It also dives into how Black culture has shaped New Orleans and the nation, according to the film's description. The film debuted at South by Southwest last year and started streaming June 19 on Netflix. (Trailer) 🎥 "Fatal Destination" on HBO Max and ID: A new episode of Jessica Biel's true crime show focuses on the 2003 murder of Shawn Johnson, who was found dead in a hotel hot tub in the French Quarter. (Trailer) 🪩 "America's Got Talent" on NBC: A New Orleans-based group called EDT Dance Team will be on the July 7 episode. 🔥 "Sinners" in theaters: This blockbuster from Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan continues to rake in money. The Warner Bros. movie was shot in southeast Louisiana and set in the Mississippi Delta. Catch "Sinners" streaming on Max beginning July 4. In the works 🎸 "Spinal Tap II": The sequel to "This is Spinal Tap" is scheduled to premiere in September, Variety says. The movie filmed in New Orleans and brought several big names to the city, including Elton John and Paul McCartney. (Photos from filming) 📹 "Primetime": Robert Pattinson of "Twilight" fame is producing the movie that filmed in New Orleans this year. The story follows a "journalist who takes on an underworld of crime and ends up changing television forever," according to a casting call. The movie is supposedly inspired by NBC's "To Catch a Predator," a quasi-reality show from the early 2000s that aimed to expose alleged sexual predators with undercover cameras, Variety reported. 🂣 "Last Hand": This movie wrapped up filming in New Orleans last week, according to information from the state. It's about a bridge player who leads her team of misfits to the world bridge championships to save her sister's New Orleans bridge club, according to IMBD. 🔫 "NOLA King" on Paramount+: Samuel L. Jackson will star in this New Orleans-set crime drama, according to Deadline. It's a spinoff of Sylvester Stallone's "Tulsa King" show. 🍿 "Ella McCay": This Disney movie filmed in New Orleans last year and stars Jamie Lee Curtis, Woody Harrelson, Emma Mackey and Kumail Nanjiani. (Full cast) Its current release date is Dec. 12, Deadline says. 🧛🏻 "Interview with a Vampire" on AMC: Season 3 drops next year. It was filmed in Toronto, according to TV Insider. 🧙🏼 "Mayfair Witches" on AMC: While the first two seasons were filmed and set in New Orleans, TV Insider says the third season will be set in Salem. No word yet where the crew will be filming. 🕵🏻♂️ "The Talamasca: The Secret Order" on AMC: This TV show is inspired by New Orleans author Anne Rice's books. It was primarily filmed in the U.K. and premieres in October, TV Insider says. 🏝️ "People We Meet on Vacation" on Netflix: This romcom movie, based on Emily Henry's popular book, filmed in New Orleans last year. No word yet when it will start streaming. 🎞️ "Is God Is": This movie, an adaption from a play, filmed in New Orleans last year. It features Sterling K. Brown, Vivica A. Fox and Janelle Monáe, according to Deadline. No release date yet.
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Heidi Klum Returns to ‘Project Runway' in Season 21 Trailer
One day you're in, the next day you're out … but then one day you could be back in again. That's the case for Heidi Klum, who returns to host 'Project Runway' as seen in the Season 21 trailer out Tuesday after exiting the fashion design competition at the end of Season 16 in 2017. 'We're in a new home, with new rules,' the supermodel teases in the trailer, which also showcases a revamped workroom. Joining her will be Season 4 winner Christian Siriano as mentor — since Klum's former 'Making the Cut' co-host Tim Gunn will not be returning — as well as series mainstay Nina García and new judge Law Roach. Meanwhile, some notable contestants this time around include 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Season 13 star Utica, aka Ethan Mundt; as well as three previous 'Project Runway' contestants — Jesus Estrada from Season 7, Caycee Black from Season 19 and Veejay Floresca from 'Project Runway Philippines.' The remaining designers are Jesus' twin brother Antonio Estrada, Alex Foxworth, Angelo Rosa, Belania Daley, Joan Madison, Joseph McRae, Madeline Malenfant and Yuchen Han. Joining the judges' panel as guests this season will be Christian Cowan, Harris Reed, Jenna Lyons, Joan Smalls, Mickey Guyton, Nikki Glaser, Sara Foster, Sofía Vergara and Tyra Banks, as well as former regular judges Michael Kors and Zac Posen. 'Project Runway' Season 21 premieres July 31 on Freeform, Hulu and Disney+. The post Heidi Klum Returns to 'Project Runway' in Season 21 Trailer appeared first on TheWrap.
