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CTV News
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Connie Francis, ‘Pretty Little Baby' singer and actress, dead at 87
Connie Francis, a pop singer and actress whose hits such as 'Who's Sorry Now?' became a soundtrack for a generation of teens in the 1960s, has CNN Newsource Connie Francis, a pop singer and actress whose hits such as 'Lipstick on Your Collar' and 'Who's Sorry Now?' became a soundtrack for a generation of teens in the 1960s, has died, according to a post from her publicist and friend, Ron Roberts. She was 87. 'It is with a heavy heart and extreme sadness that I inform you of the passing of my dear friend Connie Francis last night,' Roberts wrote in a post on a verified Facebook page for Francis. 'I know that Connie would approve that her fans are among the first to learn of this sad news.' Francis was recently hospitalized for pain issues and had to cancel some appearances earlier this month, according to posts she shared on social media. The singer's hit 'Pretty Little Baby' had recently gotten attention from a much younger generation, thanks to a TikTok trend. Francis participated with a post of her on with the song on the platform. 'First time I've lip-synched to this 63-year-old recording of mine!' the caption read. Francis also shared a video to thank other artists, including Timothée Chalamet, Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift, for 'paying tribute' to her and her song. Born Concetta Franconero in Newark, New Jersey, a young Francis won first prize on Arthur Godfrey's popular television series 'Startime Talent Scouts,' which led to her singing on his show for several years as a teen. Godfrey convinced her to adopt the stage name 'Connie Francis' as he told her it was easier to pronounce than her birth name. Success didn't come easy at first for the singer, who was rejected by multiple labels before signing with MGM in 1955. That company released her first single, 'Freddy.' Disappointed in her career, Francis almost quit to go to college before her father convinced her to record a song that had been around before, 'Who's Sorry Now?' Other popular tunes followed, including 'Lipstick on Your Collar,' 'My Heart Has a Mind of Its Own' and 'Don't Break the Heart That Loves You.' Francis also found success on screen, starring in the films 'Where the Boys Are' 'Follow The Boys' in 1963, 'Looking For Love' in 1964 and 'When The Boys Meet The Girls' 1965. It was not something she herself was a fan of, Francis revealed during a 2017 interview. 'I asked the studio why they couldn't come up with a title without the word 'boys' in it!' she said. 'People knew ('When the Boys Meet the Girls') was another lame Connie Francis movie and they stayed home. I was so pleased it was my last one.' Francis faced challenge, including what came to be known as her 'decade of tragedy.' In 1974, Francis survived a rape and robbery in her hotel room following a performance at the Westbury Music Fair in Westbury, New York. She subsequently sued the hotel and won, but the attack led the singer into a deep depression. Three years later, nasal surgery caused Francis to lose her singing voice, which took her subsequent surgeries and lengthy time to recover. Her beloved brother, George A. Franconero, was murdered in 1981 at the age of 40. According to an article from The New York Times dated March 7, 1981, he was an attorney who 'had twice given law enforcement officials information concerning alleged organized-crime activities' and was 'shot several times in the side of the head by two men' who 'were said to have approached him as he scraped ice from the windshield of his car in his driveway.' She also was treated for bipolar disorder. Francis wrote about her hard times in her 1984 autobiography, 'Who's Sorry Now.' In a conversation about her book with Oprah Winfrey around its release, Francis also reflected on the joy she experienced through her career. 'One of the things I wanted the book to show was that every time there's a story about me, it reads like a Greek tragedy, and I don't want people to feel like I'm capitalizing on so many tragedies that did occur in my life,' she said. 'My life has really been a Cinderella life with the exception of the last 10 years.'
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The A-listers trading first-class travel for London's e-bikes as Pedro Pascal, Olivia Rodrigo, and Timothée Chalamet all jump on the city's hottest mode of transport
While fame often comes with fast cars and red carpets, some celebrities are proving that simple pleasures still have their appeal. Swapping high-end lifestyles for everyday moments, these stars like to remind their fans that they're not always living in the fast lane. Pedro Pascal was the latest to be spotted enjoying a more grounded mode of transport, riding a Lime bike through London's Soho this month. The actor, estimated to be worth around £10 million, kept it casual in black jeans and a white top as he cycled through the busy streets. He joins a growing list of A-listers ditching their luxury vehicles for a more eco-friendly ride, with day passes for the e-bikes costing as little as £2.99 for half an hour. MailOnline takes a closer look at the famous faces spotted swapping chauffeurs for handlebars. Timothée Chalamet Timothée Chalamet made a splash in June when he arrived at the London premiere of the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown on a Lime electric bike. But the Academy Award nominee's two-wheeled red carpet transportation — that went viral on social media — ended up costing him. Timothée revealed on the French chat show Quotidien, just days after he received a £65 fine ($79) for incorrectly parking the e-bike at BFI Southbank. 'There was a traffic jam,' said Timothée, who spoke in French, of his reason for choosing to take an 'ecological' bike to the premiere instead of a chauffeured car. Unbeknownst to the actor, he parked the e-bike in an area where he wasn't allowed to park. 'I got a £65 fine and actually it was horrible because it was actually kind of an advert for them,' Timothée told host Yann Romain Barthès. Timothée rode the red carpet on the green bike before ending his ride via Lime's mobile app — though he later discovered that he received a parking violation. The star looked dapper in a black blazer and matching trousers, with a blue patterned satin shirt underneath as he posed for photos ahead of the film's screening. Olivia Rodrigo Olivia Rodrigo shocked fans when she posted a TikTok video of herself on a Lime bike back in April. In the clip, the American pop star, 22, recorded herself cycling through the city in a white polka dot dress. Pulling a cheeky face to the camera, she played Lily Allen's 2006 hit song LDN over the top. And as fans wondered why she was in the city, it turned out she was visiting her boyfriend, Louis Partridge. The couple hard-launched their relationship on Instagram after Glastonbury last month. Harry Styles and James Corden Harry Styles is no stranger to a Lime Bike as he's been spotted on them many times. Last year, the One Direction star, 31, cut a casual figure as he enjoyed a bike ride through London's Primrose Hill on an electric rental bike with pal James Corden. The best friends were seen weaving through traffic while out on identical eco-bikes, James' favoured mode of transport since relocating to the United Kingdom with his family. Pedaling through leafy London, Harry suggested he knew his way around the cycling proficiency test by signaling to passing drivers whenever he prepared to make a turn. Following close behind, James - easy to spot in a garishly patterned Gucci sweater - copied the former One Direction star's signals as they rode their matching e-bikes. But they appeared to get their Highway Code a little muddled by appearing to cycle through a red light as neighboring cars waited in line. Harry's casual bike ride comes just weeks after his huge net worth was revealed as the singer paid himself a whopping £67million after his sold-out world tour. Harry was named the UK's richest young star under 30 for a second year running in 2023 with a fortune of £175million. He broke the £150 million barrier for the first time in 2023 after reaping the rewards from two years trotting the globe on his Love On Tour roadshow, which has grossed an astonishing £508 million. Minnie Driver Last year, Minnie Driver enjoyed a ride on one of the pay-as-you-go electric bikes in Notting Hill with some goodies from the Wrap London clothing shop stowed in the basket. Unlike fellow Lime bike fans, who shunned safety when recently cycling around London's Primrose Hill, Minnie dutifully put on a black helmet for her ride. Despite taking it seriously on the safety front, this short hop would have been easy for Minnie. In 2023, she joined her good pal Countess Bathurst for a leg of her 1,000-mile charity cycle ride from Land's End to John O'Groats. Though this time it was low-key jeans and a white gilet rather than head-to-toe lycra. Joe Alwyn Joe Alwyn was spotted looking less than merry in December last year as he was seen riding a Lime bike on Boxing Day. The actor, 34, was spotted flying around London on the rental bike looking slightly downcast after Xmas. He's bundled up in a black jacket and pale blue jeans as his hair flapped around in the wind. While it's unclear if Joe was down or if he just wasn't jolly during his ride, it's been a tough couple of years for the actor since his split from Taylor Swift. Taylor and Joe reportedly met when they crossed paths at the 2016 Met Gala. They were first pictured together in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2017. They were an item, keeping their relationship under tight wraps, until April 2023. Following their split, Taylor began dating Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce later that summer, and the two are going strong.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
EXCLUSIVE: Timothée Chalamet on Modern Money Etiquette and His Go-To Bodega Order
If you've ever found yourself in the middle of a money-related conflict, whether it's figuring out who to tip or the best way to pay at the farmers market, you're not alone. In fact, Oscar-nominated actor Timothée Chalamet can relate—though, your experience probably didn't take place while you were shopping for rare produce in a deserted, dreamlike grocery store. In a new partnership with Cash App, Chalamet explores opposing intergenerational views around finances in a commercial that finds him observing an argument between a father and teenage son, played by Izaac Wang (the titular character in the 2024 movie Didi). The duo, who own the otherworldly market, struggle to see eye-to-eye on methods of payment. Chalamet catches the son staring him down while the father shows off his mangelwurzel varietal (which is indeed a real thing: The oversized root vegetable is part of the beet family and used primarily as livestock feed), and it gets even more cryptic when the son asks his father if he's 'told him yet.' Chalamet interjects, rightfully confused, 'Told me what?' After explaining that they only accept certain forms of 'outdated' payment, like iron ingots, salts, and cowrie shells, the dad gets a bit defensive: 'What do you want? You want a robot? You want a robot as a father?' But the son points out that modernizing their banking doesn't mean they have to change who they are. The commercial ends with them exchanging a look as Chalamet asks, 'How do I pay for this?' You see him walking out of the bodega with his bags, and you can assume he got what he came for (the mangelwurzel, we hope). Ahead of the commercial's official reveal, Chalamet shared his own takes on payment etiquette exclusively with BHG—along with his go-to bodega order. Related: When the Sign Says 'Pay What You Want,' Here's What You Should Actually Do Modern Money Manners (and Bodega Orders) with Timothée Chalamet Q: Do you usually add a note or emoji when you send or request money on Cash App? You definitely have to add a note or emoji, for context and for jokes. If you don't make a joke out of it you're suspicious. Q: We're in a new era of money manners—is it ever OK to wait more than a couple days to respond to pay-back request? I think you've got a 48-hour window before it feels shady! Q: What are your favorite bodega finds to share with friends? Bacon, egg, and cheese on a roll, salt and pepper with ketchup. I would eat this 90% of my life if I wouldn't explode. About the Cash App Collaboration In addition to the commercial, Cash App is introducing limited-edition Cash App Card stamps designed with Chalamet in the coming months. This isn't the first time Cash App has partnered with major public figures on similarly creative or meaningful ventures: In 2025 alone, Cash App has partnered with musician Shaboozey, director and writer Ramy Youssef, and WNBA athlete Angel Reese on various endeavors. The commercial featuring Chalamet was directed by Aidan Zamiri and written by Elijah Bynum, both of whom have collaborated with Chalamet in the past, Zamiri on various photography projects and Bynum on 2017 movie Hot Summer Nights. You can watch the commercial online now, and the spot is also being featured in movie theaters across the U.S., preceding summer blockbuster Superman and The Fantastic Four: First Steps. To promote it, Cash App surprised a few Timmy fans on social media with $25 to see a movie—giving them the opportunity to catch the ad on the big screen. 'We wanted to give Timothée a platform to encourage open conversations around money across age groups in a way that felt fresh and authentic to who he is as an artist,' said Catherine Ferdon, chief marketing officer at Cash App, in a press release. 'We've always empowered our partners to use their own voice and creative lens when sharing Cash App with their audiences, and we're thrilled to continue that momentum with one of the most prominent and influential actors of his generation.' 'Financial literacy across all age groups is important and this spot seeks to emphasize that,' Chalamet said via press release. Related: Stanley Tucci's House Rules: Clean the Bottoms of Your Pans and Serve Post-Meal Cheese Read the original article on Better Homes & Gardens Solve the daily Crossword
Business Wire
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Introducing: Timothée Chalamet for Cash App
DISTRIBUTED-WORK-MODEL/SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Cash App announced Timothée Chalamet as the platform's newest collaborator, marking the actor's first-ever partnership with a financial services platform. The integrated brand campaign includes a 2-minute commercial spot, out-of-home advertising across New York City and Los Angeles, limited edition Cash App Card stamps designed with Chalamet, and more. Previous Chalamet collaborators Aidan Zamiri and Elijah Bynum were enlisted to direct and write the advertisement. The spot offers a glimpse into differing intergenerational views around money, with Chalamet unwittingly bridging the divide between a father and son. Chalamet visits a produce store selling rare vegetables and learns something peculiar: the owner only accepts antiquated forms of payment including iron ingots, salts, and cowrie shells. The owner's teenage son, played by Izaac Wang ('Didi'), argues that these outdated currencies aren't best serving his father and offers banking through Cash App as a better, modern solution. As Chalamet looks on with his mangelwurzel in hand, the shopkeeper has a breakthrough moment and realizes that embracing easy-to-use financial tools doesn't change who he is or his values. The advertisement is currently in movie theaters across the United States airing before the blockbuster hit Superman, and will also appear ahead of The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Today, the spot was published on Cash App's social media channels. Content related to the campaign was also posted on Chalamet's social media channels. Click here to watch the full video on YouTube. 'We wanted to give Timothée a platform to encourage open conversations around money across age groups in a way that felt fresh and authentic to who he is as an artist,' said Catherine Ferdon, Chief Marketing Officer at Cash App. 'We've always empowered our partners to use their own voice and creative lens when sharing Cash App with their audiences, and we're thrilled to continue that momentum with one of the most prominent and influential actors of his generation.' 'Financial literacy across all age groups is important and this spot seeks to emphasize that,' added Chalamet. In the coming months, Cash App will introduce limited edition Cash App Card stamps designed with Chalamet. Follow the Cash App Newsroom and social channels for more updates. About Cash App Cash App is the money app. Banking* on Cash App is easy: customers can receive paychecks early with direct deposit, spend money where Visa is accepted with a personalized Cash App Card, and grow their money with a separate savings balance - all without hidden fees. Customers can also create a unique $Cashtag to share with anyone to get paid fast, make purchases with Cash App Pay, trade stocks and buy and sell bitcoin, and pay over time with Cash App Afterpay. Download Cash App for free at *Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App will pass through a portion of the interest paid on your savings balance held in an account for the benefit of Cash App customers at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Member FDIC. To earn the highest interest rate on your Cash App savings balance, you need to be 18 or older, have a Cash App Card, and deposit at least $300 monthly into Cash App. Sponsored Accounts are not eligible to earn interest. Other exceptions may also apply. Savings yield rate is subject to change. See for more details. Brokerage services provided by Cash App Investing LLC, member FINRA / SIPC, subsidiary of Block, Inc., formerly known as Square, Inc. See our BrokerCheck. Bitcoin services provided by Block, Inc. Investing and bitcoin are non-deposit, non-bank products that are not FDIC insured and involve risk, including monetary loss. Cash App Investing does not trade bitcoin and Block, Inc. is not a member of FINRA or SIPC. For additional information, see the Bitcoin and Cash App Investing disclosures.
The Independent
4 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
Your morning coffee just met its match with the Club Lloyds perk-filled bank account
Disclaimer Picture this: it's the weekend, and you're sinking into your sofa with a hot cup of coffee, ready to binge-watch your favourite reality show. The snacks are at the ready, and your bank account is the last thing on your now. What if your bank didn't just help you manage your money, but actually enhances those Saturday night rituals, too? Enter Club Lloyds, the current account that gives you access to a whole host of perks to make your day-to-day a little more exciting. Whether it's scoring cinema tickets for the latest Timothée Chalamet blockbuster, enjoying discounts on your morning matcha or dining out for less at top restaurants, Club Lloyds makes life a little sweeter. The hardest part? Choosing which benefit you want to enjoy. But it's not just about the fun stuff, Club Lloyds also works hard for your finances. Sure, banking doesn't have to be boring (with Club Lloyds, it's far from it), but the bonuses of charge-free spending abroad and competitive interest rates aren't to be overlooked, either. This isn't just another app to clutter your home screen – it's a lifestyle change. Ready to make your money go further with a few perks along the way? Keep reading to discover how Club Lloyds is more than just a bank account. Benefits to keep life brew-tiful Plans that make it out of the group chat are rare, but six cinema tickets for the latest Marvel instalment should do the trick. Or perhaps 25 per cent off at Caffè Nero (cheers, Coffee Club!) will kick it over the line? After all, the gworls do love their iced lattes. There's even discounts on dough balls at PizzaExpress plus many many more restaurants, if a one-year Gourmet Society membership is more your bag. With Club Lloyds, the good life comes to you – and the pals, if you're feeling generous. Say sayonara to squabbles about who owes who, the gang's got bigger issues to contend with: which one* of these juicy deals are we cashing in on? With everything from 12 months of Disney+ Standard with Ads to the excitement of glossy mags landing on your doorstep for one full turn around the sun, who would've thought your bank account would be the key to luxe living? *Club Lloyds customers are entitled to one lifestyle benefit Banking with bonuses Forget the days of watching your money gather dust in your account. With Club Lloyds, your balance can actually earn you some extra pocket change. With up to 3 percent interest (AER%) on your balance, you'll start seeing those pennies add up without lifting a finger. That's 1.5 percent interest for those putting away up to £4k and, if you're set to exceed that (go on, chief!), you'll see an extra 1.5 percent interest AER added*. Planning a trip abroad? Great news, Club Lloyds has you covered with zero surcharges on exchange rates across spending, withdrawals and foreign transactions. AKA, your pistachio ice creams and Aperol spritzes are still on the (debit) cards. And, for those trying to get onto the property ladder, preferential savings rates and exclusive mortgage offers will bring that ambitious housing goal oh-so-much closer. Your bank account just became your financial BFF. Deposit the cash, ditch the fee All those lucrative perks we've talking about? You can cash in on them for just £5 a month. But here's the kicker: if you have the means to deposit £2000 a month, that fee gets refunded. Poof. So, whether you're putting your paycheck to good use or saving up for something big (ski trip 2026, incoming), those perks can be yours to enjoy without the £5 nibble off your balance.
