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Luann De Lesseps on the 'Game-Changing' Fragrance She Uses 'for Dates and for Boys'
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Sir Tom Jones' pal Richard Marx says The Voice axing was 'bad' amid 'significant backlash'
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Martell was a star who studied under Streisand yet loved the Barras: THIS week’s Scottish Icon was a Broadway star and understudy to Barbra Streisand ...
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Peter Frampton receives the Icon Award at the Newport Beach Film Festival: The documentary "Frampton" opened the 2026 festival with a compelling look ...
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‘Just out of the shower?’ – Fans left stunned as EFL icon steals the show on Sky Sports with bizarre outfit
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Paul McCartney Reveals Big Issue With New Beatles Movies: The Beatles icon says he has a major concern about the film series’ casting.
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Music Icon, 83, Sees Comeback Unravel After Bizarre Exit: Barry Manilow’s return to Sin City was cut short by an unexpected illness.
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Rock icon Slash announces headline show at Scarborough Open Air Theatre: Rock icons Slash featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators are coming to Yorkshire next ...
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Thai teen phenom Nene Royal to open for US metal band after winning America’s Got Talent
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Dead Kennedys Icon Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis, Vows to Keep Playing ‘As Long As Health Allows’
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Suspect identified in killing of Afrigo Band icon Moses Matovu: Bloodstains covered with ash were also found on the ground near Matovu’s car
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Boy George to return to Israel for Tel Aviv concert after defying boycott calls: British pop icon will perform at Menora Mivtachim Arena on Nov ...
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George Michael beats Queen and Michael Jackson to be named greatest music icon: The former Wham! star achieved multiple UK number one singles
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Rock icon Angry Anderson hospitalised: Australian rock icon Angry Anderson has been hospitalised following a medical emergency.
news.com.au/entertainment/music/angry-anderson-hospitalised-after-suffering-medical-emergency/news-story/b761cd95ca705776fed9f156e908198d
Tim Curry: 9 Essential Movies: From Transylvania's corseted doctor-in-residence to the world's most evil clown — the roles that turned Tom Curry into a ...
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Key FactsMedia Report Tim Curry’s Death at 80
Aug 26, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: faz.net
- Born in Cheshire on April 19, 1946, Curry entered the stage world after studying drama and English and had an early success with „Hair“ in 1968.
- He played Dr. Frank-N-Furter in „The Rocky Horror Show“ from 1973, while the 1975 screen version, „Rocky Horror Picture Show“, expanded his international fame.
- Curry also earned recognition as Pennywise in the 1990 television adaptation of Stephen King’s „It“ and as King Arthur in „Spamalot“ from 2005.
- Following a stroke in 2012, Curry used a wheelchair and continued performing, while multiple media outlets consistently reported that he had died.
I'm just a sweet transvestite, from Transsexual Transylvania.— Dr. Frank-N-Furter, fictional character in The Rocky Horror Show / Rocky Horror Picture Show (sung as the character)
Royal Family Pay Unique Tribute to Dolly Parton: The country icon died on Tuesday at age 80.
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Dolly Parton Tributes Pour in From Taylor Swift, Billy Ray Cyrus, Jane Fonda, Reba McEntire, Kacey Musgraves and More
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Country music icon’s kids going after his estate for child support: ‘Long-overdue’
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Coventry music icon honoured with re-release of historic football anthem: Ray King was a legend in Coventry and known as the godfather of the 2-Tone movement
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Daily Sabah Aug 16
Ariana Grande thanks fans before stepping back from spotlight: U.S. pop icon Ariana Grande has thanked fans for their "overwhelming” support as she began ...
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Legendary musician Ayub Bachchu remains one of the most influential figures in Bangladeshi band music. One of the pioneers who helped shape the country's ... Show more
Before his voice became iconic, Ayub Bachchu composed these classics
Before his voice became iconic, Ayub Bachchu composed these classics
Music maestro Pal Akalonu gets grand farewell: Owerri prepares for the grand farewell of music icon Pal Akalonu, whose funeral from August 19-23 will celebrate ...
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ON SALE: Yorkshire UK tour date for Hollywood and music icon Vanessa Williams at Bradford Live – buy tickets
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’80s Music Icon Says He’ll Fire Band Members Who Refuse To Perform His New Song: The singer has faced a flurry of backlash over “We Will Dance Again ...
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Latin jazz icon Bill O’Connell making most of rare West Coast jaunt: Acclaimed New York-based musician opens string of 8 concerts at San Jose's Hedley Club
mercurynews.com/2026/08/13/latin-jazz-icon-bill-oconnell-making-most-of-rare-west-coast-jaunt/
Review: Classic rock icon stays true to himself on closing night of tour: John Mellencamp brought Dancing Words -- The Greatest Hits Tour to Shoreline ...
mercurynews.com/2026/08/13/john-mellencamp-concert-tour-review-shoreline/
Last chance to see icon Vivienne Westwood designs in stunning North East setting: Major 'blockbuster' show will close on September 6
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Yorkshire Live Aug 09
Sheffield icon Paul Heaton honoured in BBC special as fans praise 'amazing' show: The BBC paid tribute to the Sheffield singer-songwriter and his career spanning ...
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EastEnders cast 'furious' as Shane Richie to appear in court: The EastEnders cast is reportedly "furious" as soap icon Shane Ritchie is due to appear ...
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TV icon daughter's £3.95m Oxfordshire swimming pool mansion unsold: The £3.95m Oxfordshire mansion and swimming pool belonging to the daughter of TV icon Dame ...
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Key FactsBlenheim Farm remains unsold at £3.95m asking price
Aug 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: oxfordmail.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: oxfordmail.co.uk
- The sale was announced in spring, and Savills is marketing the property for £3,950,000, but it has yet to gain a new owner.
- Belles Berry and her husband designed and built the house in 2020 on the site of a former bungalow in the South Oxfordshire countryside, overlooking 10 acres of land.
- The property includes two kitchens, a games room, a swimming pool and a tennis court.
- The grounds also contain a currently let, three-bedroom barn-style cottage with three en-suite bedrooms and a large loft providing additional reception space.
The joy of designing your own house is you can have two dishwashers, two washing machines, two fridges and six bins if you want to – and we did.— Belles Berry, describing the design choices for Blenheim Farm, the family home in South Oxfordshire.
Boy George releases pro-Israel anthem ‘We Will Dance Again’ honoring Oct. 7 victims
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Key FactsBoy George Sparks Controversy with Pro-Israel Song
Jul 28, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
- Boy George released a song titled “We Will Dance Again” that supports Israel’s military actions and denies genocide claims in Gaza.
- The track condemns the pro-Palestine movement and musicians criticizing Israel and is not available on streaming services.
- UN investigations have reported over 73,000 Palestinian deaths and accusations of genocide by Israel, which Israel’s foreign ministry denies.
- The song provoked strong backlash on social media, with some former friends condemning Boy George while others expressed support.
You say genocide, I say war When you’re attacked, that’s what the army’s for Does it get ugly? You bet it does When I know you wanna kill every last one of us.— Opening lyrics from Boy George's pro-Israel song 'עוד נרקוד' ('We Will Dance Again'), as quoted in The Independent article about the backlash.
Gig Review: Loyle Carner Live at Kirkstall Abbey, Leeds: The south London hip-hop icon honours a historic venue.
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Rock icon, 64, abruptly ends show: Jon Bon Jovi abruptly ended his show at New York’s Madison Square Garden on Thursday as he struggled to get through his set.
news.com.au/entertainment/music/tours/not-getting-best-jon-bon-jovi-abruptly-ends-show/news-story/049aac98316b9325809de33ebf42783a
Rock legend dead days after public plea: A 90s rock icon has died just days after going public with the news she was living with an aggressive form of brain ...
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It’s not that Kafe Blue is typically short on musical energy, but vocalist Aneela Maraj-Wallace, her cast of accomplished singers and The Smooth Operators Band ... Show more
Kafe Blue celebrates Sade
Kafe Blue celebrates Sade
Disney Channel's Popular 23-Year-Old Trilogy Is Officially Getting A New Sequel As Original Icon Confirms Return
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Sir Tom Jones at Scarborough Open Air Theatre this weekend: Sir Tom Jones, arguably Britain's biggest music icon, is staging a huge outdoor headline show in ...
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As music venues continue to shut, this Melbourne icon is hitting its high note: Though the number of live music venues across the city has dropped by 20 per cent ...
theage.com.au/national/victoria/as-music-venues-continue-to-shut-this-melbourne-icon-is-hitting-its-high-note-20260721-p60h7z.html
'70s Punk Rock Icon Postpones Tour 50 Years Into Career After Serious Injury
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Coronation Street legend joins Denise Welch in LA for Matty Healy's wedding: Matty Healy had a soap icon in the congregation for his wedding to Gabbriette ...
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Peatbog Faeries threaten inhibitions...and the bedrock of civilisation: THIS week’s Icon presents the curator of this wholesome, some would say magisterial ...
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90s grunge band L7's Jennifer Finch dies aged 59, days after confirming cancer diagnosis
metro.co.uk/2026/07/19/90s-grunge-band-l7s-jennifer-finch-dies-aged-59-days-confirming-cancer-diagnosis-29173294/
60s rock legend teases Glastonbury comeback 13 years after headlining Pyramid Stage
metro.co.uk/2026/07/16/60s-rock-legend-teases-glastonbury-comeback-13-years-headlining-pyramid-stage-29154735/
Popular ‘80s rock icon falls ill on tour, misses multiple shows: Fortunately, his son has been able to fill in for him.
oregonlive.com/entertainment/2026/07/popular-80s-rock-icon-falls-ill-on-tour-misses-multiple-shows.html
Beloved Alabama musician gets spotlight at music hall of fame : Dearly departed blues icon Microwave Dave subject of new new Alabama Music Hall of Fame exhibit.
al.com/life/2026/07/beloved-alabama-musician-gets-spotlight-at-music-hall-of-fame.html
Wet Wet Wet legend Marti Pellow in love with North East town after 'magical' holidays there
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The Globe and Mail Jul 11
Country music icon Tommy Hunter introduced several stars to Canadians: He showcased Johnny Cash, Michelle Wright, Garth Brooks, the Judds and a teenaged Shania ...
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Original ‘Big Bang Theory’ Icon Finally Sets Acting Return 7 Years Later: Nearly a decade after the end of 'The Big Bang Theory,' Johnny Galecki (Leonard) will ...
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Rock icon made disturbing claim when backing out of Donald Trump’s July 4 celebration
oregonlive.com/entertainment/2026/07/rock-icon-made-disturbing-claim-when-backing-out-of-donald-trumps-july-4-celebration.html
'80s Rock Icon Says He Would 'Rather Die' Than Reunite With Former Bandmates
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Mad Max Franchise Icon Dead at 76: Kjell Nilsson, best known as Lord Humungus in Mad Max 2, has died at the age of 76. Read on for more details.
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‘Michael’ Just Became The Highest-Grossing Biopic Of All Time
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Village People leader Victor Willis was more than a disco icon. Revisit our interviews with him.
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Key FactsVictor Willis, Village People Star, Passes at 74
Jul 1, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.co.uk
- Victor Willis was the lead singer and co-writer behind the Village People’s iconic disco hits.
- He left the band in 1980 and secured half ownership of key songs following a 2015 copyright ruling.
- Willis rejoined the group in 2017 and performed at a major political event in 2025.
- YMCA reached number one in 17 countries and was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2020.
Teyana Taylor Breaks Down In Tears As Janet Jackson Presents Her With BET's Icon Of The Year Award
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Ray J Is The Ultimate Chaos Agent At The BET Awards — And His Antics Became A Running Joke
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Lizzo Braves The Spotlight After 'Soul-Crushing' Album Flop
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Hardwicke Circus' 'mind-blowing' nights with Elvis Costello: A local band has spoken of the "mind-blowing" experience of supporting a music icon.
newsandstar.co.uk/news/26230809.hardwicke-circus-mind-blowing-nights-elvis-costello/
1987 Dance-Floor Anthem Became a Beloved Icon's Fourth Straight No. 1 on This Exact Day
star-telegram.com/entertainment/article316297474.html
Scouse icon unbarred from Liverpool pub after 65 years: The superstar was originally barred back in 1961
liverpoolecho.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/scouse-icon-unbarred-liverpool-pub-34192995
Daryl Braithwaite’s sad announcement: Australian icon Daryl Braithwaite has revealed he will no longer play live gigs in a blow to thousands of fans.
news.com.au/entertainment/music/daryl-braithwaite-says-he-wont-do-anymore-live-gigs/news-story/b0f5c904c295ea81f47dfd86700d7062
Bob Dylan's ties to Texas are old and enduring: The folk-rock icon returns to Whitewater Amphitheater on Tuesday with a show that may delight and confound fans ...
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Another Cult Classic Sci-Fi Icon Meets Unfortunate Star Wars Fate: Two members of the 'Farscape' cast have now had brief forays into the Star Wars universe ...
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OpinionPaul Weller 'didn't realise' as music icon moved by Liverpool response: ECHO reporter Ryan Paton was in attendance for Paul Weller's set on night one of On The ...
liverpoolecho.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/paul-weller-didnt-realise-music-34150185
Mavis Staples, 86, showed us why she’s the American music icon we need most in 2026
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From Harbor High to global icon: Remembering the genius of Oliver Tree: Santa Cruz-based journalist Mat Weir, who has known Oliver Tree for 13 years ...
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‘There is only now’: Jazz icon Abdullah Ibrahim, 1934-2026: Abdullah Ibrahim, South Africa’s internationally renowned pianist and one of the pioneers of Cape ...
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Key FactsAbdullah Ibrahim: Legacy of Jazz and Resistance
Jun 16, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: faz.net
- Born in 1934 in Cape Town, Abdullah Ibrahim blended jazz with South African musical heritage.
- He dedicated his life to fighting racism and apartheid, earning the silver Ikhamanga award.
- Following his conversion to Islam, he changed his name from Dollar Brand to Abdullah Ibrahim.
- He resided in Bavaria and had upcoming concerts scheduled shortly before his passing.
He enriched our lives with his musical talent and his commitment to a better world. May his soul rest in peace.— Cyril Ramaphosa, President of South Africa, in a tribute to Abdullah Ibrahim after his death, highlighting the musician’s anti-racism stance and cultural impact.
Music duo 'honoured' to see rock icon at pub supporting local festival
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In this exclusive interview, Jon Anderson says 'I feel like I’m in Yes again' since recruiting a band he first encountered in a YouTube video ... Show more
Why Jon Anderson's new bandmates make him 'feel like I'm in Yes again'
Why Jon Anderson's new bandmates make him 'feel like I'm in Yes again'
Lola Young review – buoyant, brilliant return from British pop’s great oversharer
theguardian.com/music/2026/jun/11/lola-young-review-o2-apollo-manchester
Grammy-Award winning Beauty and the Beast singer Peabo Bryson dies aged 75 as family pays tribute to ‘generous spirit’
thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/39292556/peabo-bryson-dead-disney-singer/
Key FactsPeabo Bryson: Beloved Voice Behind Disney Classics
Jun 3, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Peabo Bryson gained fame through Disney duets like “Beauty and the Beast” and “A Whole New World,” passing away at age 75.
- His career began as a background vocalist in the 1960s before releasing successful R&B albums and singles.
- Bryson earned two consecutive Grammy Awards in the early 1990s for collaborations with Celine Dion and Regina Belle.
- After a 2019 heart attack, he suffered a stroke in 2026 and was hospitalized prior to his death.
While our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing how deeply Peabo was loved and how many lives were touched by his voice and his generous spirit. His legacy and music will live on for generations to come.— The Bryson family, in a statement released Tuesday
70s music icon rushed to hospital – as A&E staff sing his hit that sold more than 30 million copies
thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/39338208/70s-music-icon-ray-dorset-rushed-hospital-staff-sing/
'F**k You!': Punk Icon Shreds MAGA Audience Members, 'P.O.S.' Trump In Onstage Takedown
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What punk icon Malcolm McLaren told Kate Ceberano in just four brutal words: After a 40-year career, Ceberano is to be inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame ...
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Show celebrating music of Sir Rod Stewart coming to Blyth: A night celebrating a music icon will taker place at The Phoenix Theatre in Blyth next month.
northumberlandgazette.co.uk/whats-on/arts-and-entertainment/show-celebrating-music-of-sir-rod-stewart-coming-to-blyth-8653412
Cult icon who suffered infamous TV blunder is coming to Devon: Before viral videos existed, John Otway shocked five million viewers on live TV - and now Devon is ...
plymouthherald.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife/cult-icon-who-suffered-infamous-10994915
Only James Gunn Can Redeem Alan Ritchson's Abandoned DC Spin-off: Alan Ritchson isn't known for superhero media, but maybe he should be. He has played a DC icon ...
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Indie rock icon Pete Doherty to headline Scotland’s first alcohol-free music festival at Queen’s Park Arena
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