Amazon And MGM Merger Complete

Chelsea are out of the Champions League despite a brilliant comeback that took the game to extra-time, but Karim Benzema left Thomas Tuchel's side feeling blue once again.The Blues trailed 3-1 on aggregate from a nightmare first-leg, but overturned the two-goal deficit after Mason Mount fired them ahead inside 15 minutes, and they levelled the tie within six minutes of the restart. Antonio Rudiger headed home from a corner before Timo Werner sent Chelsea into hysteria with just 15 minutes remaining, but Rodrygo muted their celebrations with a stunning goal to send the game into extra-time.For all of Chelsea's hard work, they undid their efforts with a lazy start to extra-time, and they allowed Vinicius Jr space to set up Benzema for the eventual winner - via yet another header.

Katie Price has revealed the result of another show-stopping makeover as she flaunts her dramatic new eyebrows on social media.The former glamour model, 43, posed up a storm in view of her her 2.7million Instagram followers after getting her eyebrows laminated.Mum-of-five Katie splashed out on the luxury treatment from two beauticians, which involves the eyebrow hairs being straightened and lifted, before being set in place with a chemical fixing solution.She also indulged in lash extensions as well as dermaplaning, which is designed to remove the fuzzy hair from the face in order to get rid of built up grimeGuys how good do my eyebrows look? And my lashes!” Katie exclaimed.“These gorgeous gorgeous girls have done the laminating, the eyelashes, and I've had a dermaplaning on my skin. I love it!” she added.Katie is renowned for going under the knife and undergoing dramatic cosmetic procedures.She visited Turkey last year, where she underwent full body liposuction, eye and lip lifts, liposuction under her chin, and had fat injected into her bum.Katie most recently showed off her biggest ever boob job while on holiday in Thailand with ex-fiancé Carl Woods.Discussing her recent tweaks, the Mucky Mansion star claimed that even though she's been 'picked on' because of her new look, she has no plans to stop going under the knife.Speaking on Lorraine Kelly, Katie said: “I’m in my 40s so why not? Everyone knows I’m gonna do it and everyone picks on me for it but I’ll try these things.“There’s so many people who have these tweaks and say "I’m natural".

Coronation Street fans were overcome with emotion as they watched Dame Maureen Lipman and Rula Lenska’s genuine friendship bloom as they explored their ancestry together.During Tuesday’s (April 12) instalment of ITV’s DNA Journey, the soap legends teamed up to learn a little more about their family history which originates in the heart of Poland.The dynamic duo is known for portraying their legendary characters on the popular soap with 75-year-old Maureen playing the role of Everlyn Plummer alongside her fiery co-star, 74, who portrayed Claudia Colby.And it’s fair to say the pair instantly clicked when they first started working together on the iconic Manchester Cobbles back in 2009.But viewers got to see their friendship offscreen for the first time as they ventured overseas to learn more about their family history.And what surprised fans was their coincidental connection as it turned their ancestors grew up in Warsaw in the heart of Poland, despite originating from two drastically different social classes.After digging through the archives, it turned out Rula is born from Polish royalty and her co-star's family come from humble beginnings as a shoe maker.Despite their differences, the two friends bonded throughout the eye-opening adventure and viewers couldn’t get enough of it online.One user penned: “Lovely to see the friendship between @RealRula and @maureenlipman and very moving to learn how their words collided in Warsaw #DNAJourney.”Another added: “Rula Lenska & Maureen Lipman are the biggest friendship goal #dnajourney.”A third penned: “The relationship between Dame Maureen and Countess Rula on #DNAJourney is wonderful seeing as they only met a few years ago on Corrie!”Rula went on to seal their life-changing

Gabby Logan seemed to be the talk of the town during the first episode of BBC's Freeze the Fear with Wim Hof, as many fans were obsessed with her ageless beauty.The 48-year-old presenter faced her fears as she took part in the icy challenges presented to her by Dutch motivational speaker Wim.But although there were a lot of things going on, several fans couldn't seem to take their eyes off of the sports host.Jumping on Twitter, fans shared their thoughts.One person said: "How amazing is Gabby's figure middle age means nothing."Another shared: "Gabby Logan is just incredible."A third added: "Gabby Logan near 50 want a woman hot as hell." Meanwhile, a fourth impressed fan penned: "I do like Gabby Logan…nice lady."The brand new BBC series presented by Holly Willoughby and Lee Mack will follow eight keen celebrities as they give up their warm cosy lives to live in the Italian mountains in blistering cold conditions.During the next few weeks, the celebs will be faced with several daunting and cold challenges which will push their minds and bodies to the limit.As well as Gabby, the other celebrity participants include Patrice Evra, Alfie Boe, Tamzin Outhwaite, Owain Wyn Evans, Dianne Buswell, Professor Green and Chelcee Grimes.But despite the promising start, some viewers were unsure whether it was worth the watch.Taking to Twitter, one spectator wrote: "Seriously. There’s a program about 'celebs' squealing about jumping into cold water directed by an utterly bizarre German guy.

dog" Logan walking with just his front two legs after losing his rear ones to horrific abuse.In the clip, shared on Tuesday (April 12) the excited pitbull terrier is wagging his tail while trotting along with the strength of just two legs.Although he is a bit wobbly, the pooch seems to be adapting really well after surviving emergency surgery on his limbs.Logan was discovered by Animal Care and Control Team of Philadelphia in the US three weeks ago covered in blood and with a wire wrapped tightly around his rear legs. Pennsylvania SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) took over Logan's care and described what happened next.

Russian "Popeye" has altered his face in a bid to look like an alien despite docs warning his extreme surgeries could kill him.Kirill Tereshin, 25, has decided to get further cosmetic treatment even after he was told he would die when he underwent surgery to get fake "superman" muscles.The former soldier, who has become a walking time bomb, was urged to get the lumps of hardened petroleum jelly and dead muscle removed from his biceps but he refused.Now, he has taken his extra-terrestrial look a step further and has boldly paraded his enlarged lips and cheekbone fillers.In a video, he admitted to having his lower jaw and forehead shaped and complimented his new look. "I'm an ideally handsome male,” he claimed in the clip.

Great British Bake Off fans were floored on the latest episode of the celebrity special series after judge Paul Hollywood shocked viewers with a crude jokeThe 56-year-old baker was gathered around Olympic champion Mo Farah’s cooking station with fellow judge Prue Leith as he prepared for the first challenge of the competition.As co-host Matt Lucas began making small talk with the trio, he introduced Prue as a dame, Mo as a Sir and himself as a queen. He then asked Paul: “so what are you?”Paul stunned viewers by replying: “a master baker”Fans immediately too to Twitter to express their shock at the comments.One viewer said: “Did Paul say master baker or masturbater...??” followed by three laughing emojis.Another viewer replied: “Master baker.

Liverpool fans have been left counting their lucky stars over the prospect of facing Villarreal instead of Bayern Munich.The Yellow Submarine shocked the world when they dumped the German giants out of the Champions League on Tuesday evening. Reds target Arnaut Danjuma had fired Villarreal ahead in the first leg before Robert Lewandowski hit back in the second leg for Bayern.But Samuel Chukwueze silenced a stunned Allianz Arena when he notched the Yellow Submarine ahead again in the 88th minute.

Gilbert Gottfried, who passed away at the age of 67 after a “long illness,” was known to the world as a talented actor and comedian, but he was also a loving husband and father. The late star is survived by his wife Dara Kravitz, 52, and their two children, Lily, 14, and Max, 12, who will surely the closest people to him in his life. Since around 2007, Gilbert and Dara have lived their love life in the public eye and have seemed to live their lives together happily. Shortly after Gilbert’s death, his family released a touching statement about him on social media.

Hollywood is mourning the loss of beloved comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried, who died on Tuesday, April 12 at the age of 67. He was battling Recurrent Ventricular Tachycardia brought on by Myotonic Dystrophy type II. Gilbert’s family shared the heartbreaking news in a statement that was posted on the late star’s Twitter account.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West were one of Hollywood’s most watched power couples. And, they’re one of few duos to receive their own nickname, hence: “Kimye.” Since 2012, Kim has been the only one who can make a sometimes poker-faced Kanye smile. Throughout the past ten years, their relationship has certainly weathered its fair share of ups and downs.

Under The Skin has been named the best British film of the 21st century in a critics poll.Conducted by MASSIVE Cinema, the poll consisted of 60 film reviewers from national newspapers, leading film magazines and freelance critics. Any British film released from January 1 2000 was eligible, with 179 films receiving at least one vote.Directed by Jonathan Glazer, Under The Skin starred Scarlett Johansson as a shape-shifting alien who drives around Glasgow to prey on unsuspecting men.

Rihanna is a rule-breaker, and making a statement comes naturally to her. The singer, actress, and businesswoman is a legit fashion influencer; therefore, her maternity style is far from basic or what society considers appropriate.

died Tuesday at the age of 67, wasn’t afraid of pushing boundaries with his salacious stand-up routines. The controversial comedian — whose family said he suffered from a “long illness” — frequently hit headlines for jaw-dropping jokes that many deemed “tasteless and offensive.” The foul-mouthed funnyman came under fire for quipping about the 9/11 terror attacks just weeks after they took place, and he lost a lucrative gig with Aflac after making jokes about the 2011 Japanese tsunami that killed more than 15,000 people.

now-defunct Kardashian-Jenner official apps.DeFino, 32, first blasted the reality show royals back in March after Kim Kardashian boldly declared: “I have the best advice for women in business.” “Get your f – – king ass up and work,” Kardashian said. “It seems like nobody wants to work these days,” she added in the now-viral video shared by Variety, which was subsequently mocked online.

After holding two separate town hall meetings for Amazon Studios/Primetime Video and MGM employees earlier today, Mike Hopkins, SVP Prime Video & Amazon Studios, sent a followup memo to MGM employees Friday afternoon. In it, he shared more details about the interim organizational reporting changes that will be implemented as Amazon prepares to start the integration process following the close of its $8.5 billion acquisition of the stories Hollywood studio.

Brent Lang Executive Editor of Film and MediaA few key details were revealed about what life will be like at Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer now that its $8.5 billion sale to Amazon has closed. In a town hall at Amazon’s Culver City lot, Mike Hopkins, Amazon Studios and Prime Video SVP, unveiled an interim leadership structure.

Amazon bought MGM for its history — but not necessarily its standalone future.The e-commerce giant surprised Hollywood on Thursday by announcing the completion of its $8.5 billion acquisition of MGM, an iconic Hollywood brand whose presence in the modern entertainment industry has diminished over time and numerous changes in ownership since the mid-1980s.The Federal Trade Commission had suggested it might object to Amazon’s purchase of MGM, raising the prospect of a long fight. On the heels of Thursday’s closing announcement, the FTC still raised the threat of a future challenge to the combination.Analysts expect the tech company to try and exploit MGM’s best-known pieces of intellectual property for future gain — but don’t believe the studio has a long path ahead as a separate, influential entity.

EXCLUSIVE: We hear that Amazon Studios and Prime Video SVP Mike Hopkins sent a warm, welcoming email to MGM staffers this morning about the streamer’s acquisition of the near-century old studio, telling them that “we look forward to working with you as we create the next phase of MGM’s rich history together.”

Jennifer Maas TV Business WriterAmazon has closed its $8.5 billion acquisition of MGM first announced last May, the companies said Thursday.Per Amazon, “The storied, nearly century-old studio—with more than 4,000 film titles, 17,000 TV episodes, 180 Academy Awards, and 100 Emmy Awards—will complement Prime Video and Amazon Studios’ work in delivering a diverse offering of entertainment choices to customers.”The completion of the transaction comes two days after the Amazon-MGM deal received clearance from the European Union’s antitrust regulator, which “unconditionally” approved Amazon’s proposed acquisition of MGM, in part because “MGM’s content cannot be considered as must-have.” The European Commission, in its antitrust review, found that the overlaps between the Amazon and MGM businesses are “limited.” At that time, the deal was still pending approval by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, which had been given a mid-March deadline by Amazon to issue a decision on approval of the transaction, the Wall Street Journal reported.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorThe European Union’s antitrust regulator “unconditionally” approved Amazon’s proposed $8.5 billion acquisition of MGM, in part because “MGM’s content cannot be considered as must-have.” The deal is still pending approval by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.The European Commission on Tuesday announced the approval of the deal, announced in May 2021.