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Miami Herald
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Sir Rod Stewart left surprised after accepting Lifetime Achievement Award at AMAs
On Monday, May 26, the American Music Awards celebrated the music industry by handing out fan-voted awards to some of the biggest stars in music. At the end of the show, a musician who has been in the music industry for several decades was honored and celebrated. Sir Rod Stewart was given the AMA's Lifetime Achievement Award for his lauded career. Stewart is responsible for hit songs like 'Sailing,' 'The First Cut Is the Deepest,' 'Forever Young,' 'Maggie May' and so many more. Now, at 80 years old, Stewart is headlining a successful residency in Las Vegas and preparing for a 20-show tour called 'One Last Time.' After detailing Stewart's illustrious career, five of Stewart's eight children appeared on stage to present their father with the award. It was something Stewart had no idea was happening. As his kids congratulated him, a surprised Stewart appeared on stage telling the crowd that he thought his kids had made a video for him, not that they would be there in person. 'I'm flabbergasted. I didn't know they were here,' he said on stage. After thanking the fans for their support, Stewart closed out the awards show by performing 'Forever Young' as his kids watched on. And fans were in awe over the performance. 'Awww Sir Rod Stewart presented by his kids. Rod singing Forever Young afterwards,' one fan wrote. 'Rod Stewart just saved this whole show,' another viewer shared on X, formerly known as Twitter. 'I hope to have Rod Stewart energy at 80,' added another.
CNA
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CNA
Sailing-SailGP hopes to hook new fans with 'Uncharted' docuseries
NEW YORK :SailGP announced its first-ever docuseries on Tuesday, with the three-part project "Uncharted" focusing on Red Bull Italy SailGP CEO Jimmy Spithill, who is leading the team through their inaugural season. SailGP is the global sailing championship featuring national teams competing in identical, high-performance F50 foiling catamarans that can reach speeds of over 50 knots (93 kph). The league co-founded by billionaire entrepreneur Larry Ellison hopes to convert a new generation of fans amid ongoing growth in both attendance and television viewership, with big name sponsors lining up over the six years since its launch. "As an emerging league, content development is super important to us," said Melissa Lawton, the SailGP Chief Content Officer, who has been charged with ramping up the league's entertainment arm. "It's central to building our brand around the world and breaking down barriers of entry into sailing as sport." "Uncharted" launches next month amid a surge of popularity for sports documentaries, boosted by Formula One's "Drive to Survive," that helped develop a new crop of American fans. SailGP has drawn natural comparisons with Formula One and found its charismatic hero of the docuseries in Spithill, the former U.S. SailGP Team driver who has become one of the sport's most decorated athletes after winning the America's Cup at just 30 years of age. "These boats are very, very fast and very unstable. And if you put them at the wrong angle or have any kind of equipment failure, anything could go wrong," Ellison said in the documentary. "These boats even end up, upside down. Some of the athletes succumb to the pressure, but not Jimmy. He was much more formidable than I ever realized."
Scottish Sun
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Rod Stewart spotted with huge footballer after he splashes £100k to see him in concert
SCOT'S rocker Rod Stewart is all smiles as he poses with football star Jack Grealish – who hired a private jet to watch the Maggie May star. The kind-hearted £100million winger laid on a luxury plane for family and friends for the gig in Dortmund on Saturday. 2 Jack and Sir Rod pose for snaps. Credit: jackgrealish/Instagram 2 Rod smiles as he poses for snaps with Jack Grealish and his pals. Credit: jackgrealish/Instagram And the Sailing singer posed for snaps with the Manchester City star's loved ones. Grealish, who had been an unused sub for City on Friday night in their 1-0 Prem win over Wolves, was then pictured inside the venue where his group stood arm in arm dancing to the classic hits. He even showed off his own singing skills by belting out "I Don't Want To Talk About It" and shared the video online. Rod, dreseed in a white shirt and blaerz, beamed for the camera in a snap with Grealish. A source told The Sun: 'Jack gave his family and friends the night of their lives. 'It was a heartfelt gesture which brought them all so much joy. 'His parents love Rod Stewart and so Jack planned the trip meticulously - even letting his group meet the great man himself. 'It was an experience they'll all treasure forever. "Rod is a huge football fan, and so was only too happy to lay on a VIP experience for Jack and his gang.' Grealish himself called it an "incredible weekend seeing the legend live". Rod Stewart parties with Rolling Stones legend as he celebrates 80th birthday He added on Instagram: "What a lovely guy. It was a pleasure to watch and meet you."
Scottish Sun
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Jack Grealish splashes £100k to whisk family off to see Rod Stewart in Dortmund as Man City star shows off singing voice
Man City star lays on luxury plane to let his hair down at legend's concert JACK'S LYRICAL Jack Grealish splashes £100k to whisk family off to see Rod Stewart in Dortmund as Man City star shows off singing voice JACK Grealish hired a private jet to whisk family and friends to a Rod Stewart gig in an extravagant £100,000 act of love. And the Sailing rock star posed for snaps with the Manchester City star's loved ones. Advertisement 5 Jack Grealish had an 'incredible weekend' involving Sir Rod Stewart Credit: Instagram 5 The midfielder is not afraid to show himself at his most relaxed moments Credit: Instagram 5 Grealish looked blissful at the concert in Germany Credit: Instagram The kind-hearted £100million winger - criticised for his on-the-pitch displays this season - laid on a luxury plane for the gig in Dortmund on Saturday. He stood at the bottom of the jet's steps in a blue hoodie and baseball cap welcoming his family, including his parents, onboard. They were met in Germany by a chauffeur driven minibus and headed to the Westfalenhallen conference arena in style. Grealish, who had been an unused sub for City on Friday night in their 1-0 Prem win over Wolves, was then pictured inside the venue where his group stood arm in arm dancing to the classic hits. Advertisement He beamed for the camera in a white top and denim short, showing off his new trimline hair-do. And he even laid on a backstage meet and greet with Rod, who happily posed up with Grealish's family and friends afterwards. The Three Lions favourite shared a snap of his pal Henry sitting with father of eight Rod, wearing a white shirt and trousers, and wrote: 'Bbbbbuzin with the big man'. Rod's One Last Time worldwide tour is a last chance for fans to see the Da Ya Think I'm Sexy? 80-year-old star in major arenas. Advertisement 5 Grealish posed with his parents Kevin and Karen and the singer Credit: Instagram BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK A source told The Sun: 'Jack gave his family and friends the night of their lives. It was a heartfelt gesture which brought them all so much joy. 'His parents love Rod Stewart and so Jack planned the trip meticulously - even letting his group meet the great man himself. Advertisement Ruben Dias and Maya Jama's romantic debut at Baller League match 'It was an experience they'll all treasure forever. Rod is a huge football fan, and so was only too happy to lay on a VIP experience for Jack and his gang.' Grealish himself called the trip an "incredible weekend seeing the legend live". He added on Instagram: "What a lovely guy. It was a pleasure to watch and meet you." The Sun told last week how Grealish ditched his trademark hairstyle as he showed off a very different look - drawing comparisons to Hollywood heartthrob Orlando Bloom. Advertisement The England ace subbed out his trademark 'slicked back undercut'. Grealish's new look came just weeks after he hit the headlines leaving London's Chiltern Firehouse alongside model Emma Silverton. He was also spotted racking up a £5k bar bill during a night out with his mates in London. Last month, the former Aston Villa ace was the victim of an assault when a Manchester United fan slapped him across the face while he was leaving the pitch at Old Trafford following the Manchester derby. Advertisement He is a doting partner to influencer Sasha Attwood and dad to their four-month old daughter Mila-Rose. We told how Grealish showed off his nifty footwork as he staged a Michael Flatley-style Riverdance jig on a night out in Dubai. He lapped up the sunshine with Sasha and Mila Rose in what was their first foreign holiday together. The loved-up couple described her arrival as 'the most special moment of their lives'.Grealish, linked with a summer transfer away from City, was the toast of the North East earlier in April after walking into a social club and getting a round in. Advertisement The wideman bought 200 pints for lucky punters at the North Biddick Social Club in Washington.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Neighbourhood News for Rathmell
Dales Voices invite you to their Spring Concert in Rathmell Church on Saturday, May 3, at 7.30pm. The programme includes established favourites like Vaughan Williams' Linden Lea and Sullivan's The Long Day Closes, alongside more contemporary pieces such as Sailing by The Sutherland Brothers and Seasons of Love from Rent. Solo works by Gerald Finzi, Jeff Buckley, The Monkees, and Muriel Herbert will also feature, with accompaniment from Cathedral Organist, Shaun Turnbull. The entrance fee is £12, including refreshments, and may be paid on the door. Tickets can also be bought from Rosie (07816 826890) and from choir members.
