Brandi Carlile Pens Essay On ‘Queer Parenting’: It ‘Lacks A Manual’

Reginal Hall and Wanda Sykes already tapped for hosting duties, the Academy has revealed which of their star-studded guest list will grace the stage to hand out the Oscar trophies in its 24 televised categories. The presenters’ list includes fellow stars from the film world, including former Oscar recipients like Daniel Kaluuya and Tyler Perry, as well as celebrities from the music world like H.E.R.

Spencer Matthews shared a gushing post over his pregnant wife Vogue Williams as he named her as the new face of his "Alcohol Free Spirits" campaign.The former Made in Chelsea star revealed the savvy project was being unveiled just in time for Mother's Day, as he posted a stunning new snap of the mum-to-be.The 33 year old dad of two called his wife, 36, "beautiful" as she posed in a striking black and white shot. Wearing a white shirt undone and showing off her blossoming baby bump, Vogue also donned a pair of jeans with the top button undone, hi-rise underwear, and styled her blonde locks swept back into a low ponytail.

Keeping Up With The Kardashians may have come to an end last year, but it won't be long until the famous family are back on our screens again. New reality show, titled The Kardashians, is set to air in April on Hulu and Disney Plus, following 20 successful series of KUWTK.

Christina Ricci is rejoining the Addams family. The 42-year-old actress, who played Wednesday Addams in two '90s films, will have a role in the upcoming Netflix series , the streamer confirmed.«Yes, it’s true — the magnificent Christina Ricci is joining the cast of the new Wednesday Addams series as an exciting new character *snap snap*,» Netflix tweeted.The live-action series from Tim Burton will star Jenna Ortega in the titular role, with Ricci set to appear as a series regular, according to .

Jodie Turner-Smith and Joshua Jackson are bringing the heat with their latest photo shoot. On Monday, the actress shared a series of photos on Instagram, from her and her husband’s date night at the 27th annual Critics Choice Awards.The photo carousel led with a picture of Turner-Smith, wearing nothing but a headband, and posing on a balcony while Jackson — who is fully dressed in a tux — stands behind her and covers her butt with his hand.

Outcast Vasilis Barkas has told Celtic he wants to leave this summer having been frozen out of the Parkhead first-team.

Pearl Jam have confirmed that they have started working on a new album.Stone Gossard has said the grunge legends have started sessions on the follow-up to 2020’s ‘Gigaton’ and some tracks have already been recorded.“We’ve recorded some songs. We’re on our way. We’re making music,” he told Consequence Of Sound.He also confirmed that producer, guitarist and songwriter Andrew Watt, who has a history with Justin Bieber and recently worked on frontman Eddie Vedder‘s album ‘Earthling’, is on board.“We’re psyched,” Gossard said.

Hamilton Park Racecourse has announced its prize money for the new season is set to exceed £1.6m for the first time.

Ted Lasso might go beyond just three seasons.

When it came to preparing for his role in Moon Knight, Oscar Isaac relied on his family for help.

former Disney princess shared the key to getting hired as one of the iconic characters: having a “forgettable pretty face.”Melanie, who withheld her last name for privacy reasons, told Insider about her experience landing a role as a Disney performer at the popular theme parks. The TikTok and Twitch star began auditioning at Disney when she turned 18 and tried out for different roles 13 times before being cast as Drizella Tremaine, one of Cinderella’s evil stepsisters.

Vladimir Putin says his erratic behaviour during the Ukraine invasion has demonstrated how much he has derailed in the space of a mere few months. Allan Pease, who has been dubbed 'Mr Body Language', says he has known the Russian president for 30 years and described him as a "fast learner".

World Cup in Qatar with the tournament just eight months away.There is plenty of ill-feeling surrounding the tournament already, with the human rights abuses in the country as well leading many to question how the tournament ended up being hosted there. The reports of thousands of migrant dying as they attempt to construct the stadiums for the tournament in horrendous working conditions has also led to widespread anger. And former Manchester United boss Van Gaal has been open in his feelings towards the upcoming tournament.

Premier League's big six clubs.The 19-year-old Bologna left-back has impressed so much in Serie A that scouts of each side have been sent to watch the youngster in action, according to 90min. The Scot was signed by his current club Bologna from Hearts in 2020 for a reported £1.5million - and has gone from strength to strength since.90min claim that Hickey has been compared to former Manchester United star Denis Irwin by scouts and that he is as good with both feet, while also being able to play well on either side of defence. Some of the clubs looking at the wing-back include Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham.

LAUREN Goodger shocked fans tonight as she posted a pictures of her painful-looking red face writing simply: "Ouch." The 35-year-old former Towie star is pregnant and expecting her second child with Charles Drury. She shared videos of them with their first daughter Larose - who is named after her - at Pizza Express.

Michelle Keegan showed off her sizzling tan and gorgeous locks in a candid selfie as she returns form a luxury getaway with husband Mark Wright.The Brassic star stunned in a beige sun hat as she showcased her glowing tan and highlighted tresses.The gorgeous star posed in a leather jacket, with gold necklaces and bright green nails, complementing her natural beauty with a smattering of light make-up.Looking effortlessly chic, the former Coronation Street star styled her sleek brunette locks loose over her shoulders.Posing from her car, the brunette babe said she was celebrating St Patrick’s Day in the UK after returning from a sun-soaked trip to California.She wrote alongside the new snap: "St Paddy's Day was a few days ago but still here reppin."Michelle shared a series of intimate snaps during her American getaway as she enjoyed a sunset stroll and frolicked on the beach in Malibu.The star went barefoot in a flowing white shirt and fitted three-quarter length trousers as she happily ran towards the camera with her flip flops in hand.Michelle and husband Mark Wright jetted to Los Angeles to enjoy the holiday of a lifetime as she shared an "unbelievable" sunset from their luxury mansion.Filming the sun going down from their Hollywood Hills pad, Michelle showed off their stunning views over the entire cityShe walked the length of the huge terrace area filming the picturesque skyline.It came after a fun trip to Universal Studios that saw Michelle admit she's never seen any of the Harry Potter films.The LA holiday saw the pair enjoy theme park visits and a ski day at California's Big Bear Lake.Michelle also boasted beach front bike rides and boozy nights out at swanky bars and fancy restaurants.The couple's amazing holiday

Amanda Bynes' days of living under her parents' control is ending. According to new legal docs obtained by TMZ, the judge overseeing Amanda's conservatorship case issued a tentative ruling on March 21 saying the conservatorship is "no longer required."It's widely expected that the judge will formally terminate Amanda's nine-year conservatorship on March 22. The "Hairspray" actress' parents on in support of the termination, as is Amanda.The conservatorship came after a lengthy series of bizarre behavior, but Amanda has largely cleaned up her life.In November 2018, she said she's been sober for four years, but she returned to treatment two months later after what was reported to be a "stress-related relapse." In 2020, she got engaged to Paul Michael, who she met in Alcoholics Anonymous.Last week, TMZ reported that Amanda found a home to rent in Los Angeles, and Paul is set to move in with her once the conservatorship is formally removed.

Jennifer Maas TV Business WriterA “feel-good” medical procedural from Michael Strahan, Constance Schwartz-Morini and “The Resident” executive producer Marc Halsey is in development at ABC, Variety has learned.Titled “The Front Line,” the potential series is centered around Sebastian “Bass” Clark, a professional athlete-turned-doctor who left the front line of the football field to start over on the front lines of healthcare as a medical resident — a transition that a handful of real-life NFL players have actually made. The project follows Bass and an ensemble of doctors and staff at a prestigious Pittsburgh hospital as they navigate high-stakes medical cases with all the adrenaline, warmth and big-heartedness of a great sports movie.

Harry Potter author JK Rowling and former GMB host Piers Morgan have both spoken out about the latest optical illusion on social media.

Binky Felstead has shared a selection of stunning wedding dresses from her latest trip to the bridal boutiques and revealed she's finally chosen her gowns for the day. The former Made in Chelsea star took to her Instagram page to give her followers a glimpse of her wedding party planning journey on Monday, March 21.The 31 year old mum of two, who shares daughter India, four, with her ex Josh Patterson, and baby son Wolfie with husband Max Darnton, who she married in a small ceremony in July 2021, looked gorgeous in all four dresses.

Brandi Carlile has shared her Soundgarden collaboration ‘A Rooster Says’ on streaming services.The two-track 12″ vinyl was originally shared for the second edition of 2020’s Record Store Day series.The single features versions of Soundgarden tracks ‘Black Hole Sun’ and ‘Searching With My Good Eye Closed’, recorded with the band’s surviving members.Until now, they’ve only been available in physical form, but to welcome 2021, the two tracks are now available to hear online – listen to both below.In an interview with Rolling Stone about the Record Store Day collaboration, Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil and drummer Matt Cameron shared their admiration for Carlile’s cover of Searching With My Good Eye Closed, “one of Chris [Cornell’s] greatest