‘Cruel’ rumor about The Mamas & the Papas star’s cause of death debunked in new book

Lily Allen has opened up about her relationship with the press, saying that fame once “became an addiction in itself”.During a recent interview with the New York Times, the singer-songwriter and actor questioned why she had agreed to speak to the publication when such situations often lead to “criticism”.Allen, who hypothesised that an element of narcissism could be at play, explained: “It’s been my life since I was like 18 years old.”Having struggled with binge drinking and drug abuse in the past, the ‘Smile’ star has now been sober for over four years.“From 18 to about four or five years ago just feels like a bit of a haze, because I was literally just off my face the whole time,” Allen told the NYT.“I was using fame as well — that was an addiction in itself: the attention and the paparazzi and the chaos.”During the early days of her music career, Allen explained how she had an “addictive personality”, but said that she “[didn’t] want to be hanging over a toilet seat snorting coke when I’m 50”.Allen spoke candidly about her sobriety back in March, saying that her life had “changed so much” in recent years.The artist obtained a court order to stop paparazzi following her around London in 2009, per the Guardian. “It’s not a very nice feeling,” Allen told the NYT, remembering the level of attention she used to get.

Fearing they won’t be able to set casts for film packages to sell at key festival markets, indie film producers are appealing to SAG-AFTRA to fast-track interim casting agreements that are holding things up.  

. In a new trailer for season 3 of Apple TV+'s Emmy-winning series, a major security breach threatens everyone at UBA.As network exec Cory Ellison (Billy Crudup) frets over the «nuclear» ramifications of the leak, anchor Bradley Jackson (Reese Witherspoon) tells viewers that «personal things that were never meant to be shared» may soon come to light.

Kim Cattrall makes her triumphant return to the Sex of the City universe today with her cameo in the season 2 finale of And Just Like That.

Ellise Shafer The U.K. version of Netflix dating series “Love Is Blind” has revealed Emma and Matt Willis as its hosts. “Love Is Blind: U.K.” is set to launch next year.

Blueface is on the mend after being involved in an altercation at a boxing gym in L.A.

McKinley Franklin editor Come on, Barbie, we’re heading back to Malibu! Mattel’s new animated series, “Barbie: A Touch of Magic,” will premiere on Netflix on Sept. 14. Barbie “Malibu” Roberts and Barbie “Brooklyn” Roberts are enjoying their life by the beach in Malibu when they come across a mysterious, mystical baby horse.

Four green spaces in Manchester have received coveted Green Flag Awards, with two more retaining their awards for another year. The internationally recognised accolade is given to parks, cemeteries and green spaces which meet its high standards and are dished out once sites have been assessed by judges.

Universal Studios Group Chair Pearlena Igbokwe has said there is determination from all sides to find an “equitable” solution to the Hollywood labor strikes.

Oppenheimer‘s VXF supervisor Andrew Jackson has denied claims that there are no special effects in Christopher Nolan‘s latest film.In the lead up to the movie’s release, headlines spread after Nolan stated there were no computer-generated images in Oppenheimer, which lead some people to believe that the film didn’t feature any visual effects at all.“Some people have picked that up and taken it to mean that there are no visual effects, which is clearly not true,” Jackson told The Hollywood Reporter. “Visual effects can encompass a whole lot of things.” That includes computer-generated imagery and “in-camera” special effects created on set.One VFX moment is the scene re-creating the Trinity Test, in which J.

Sofia Coppola’s upcoming film about Priscilla Presley will not feature any of Elvis’ music, it has been confirmed.The upcoming movie, titled Priscilla, is written and directed by Coppola for A24, and is set for release later this year.Now, it has been announced that the project – centred around the life of Elvis’ wife – will not include any songs from the late singer’s discography, after his estate turned down the request.Elvis Presley Enterprises is mostly owned by American brand management company, Authentic Brands Group, who possess 85 per cent of the estate. The remaining 15 per cent are owned by the late musician’s surviving family members.Now, in a new statement shared with The Hollywood Reporter, the film’s director has confirmed that she reached out to the estate to request permission to use a selection of his songs in her upcoming project, but had her offer rejected.

Sigma have spoken NME about their upcoming appearances at Reading & Leeds 2023 – where they will close out the festivals by hosting the world’s largest silent disco.The silent disco will be the first of its kind to be held at the festival – which will take place this weekend (August 25-27) – and will see the Brit-nominated duo end the three-night run with a bang as they will each hold their own DJ sets at the two sites.With an expected 60,000 at both locations, Sigma’s silent DJ set will simultaneously take place on the main stage on Sunday night of each, following performances by this year’s headliners Billie Eilish, Sam Fender, The Killers, Foals and Imagine Dragons.Speaking to NME, Sigma’s Joe Lenzie has told us about what the mammoth set means to the group, and shed insight on how he and bandmate Cam Edwards have plans to custom-tailor their show to make it their most unforgettable night yet.Lenzie: “I’m good, I’m good! Always busy… best way to be though. Lots going on.”“To be honest, we’ve actually never done a silent disco, so I don’t know what the implications of people wearing headphones are!“I’d imagine that you don’t get to feel the bass because you don’t have the massive rig, but I’ve never actually been to one, so I don’t know what the actual experience is like.

The Justice Secretary has ordered an independent inquiry into the circumstances and handling of Andrew Malkinson’s case after his conviction was quashed by the Court of Appeal last month.

Police have released a picture of a man 'believed to be responsible' for multiple car thefts in Bolton.

Celebrities like Stacey Solomon and Amy Childs have garnered huge social media followings.They give their fans a real and honest insight into "mum life" and parenthood. They also often share hacks to help others through, from meal inspiration to cleaning. Even though they receive a lot of praise online, particularly from other mothers, they also have a lot of trolls.

RB Leipzig chief Oliver Mintzlaff has confirmed Dani Olmo will not be leaving the club this summer, amid transfer links with Manchester City.

Louis Saha has passionately defended Manchester United playmaker Bruno Fernandes amid question marks over his performance levels and leadership credentials.

Elle King is getting candid about her wellness journey since becoming a mother. The 34-year-old singer shares that she suffered a state of «deep depression» amid her pregnancy and postpartum journey, and offers a glimpse into her weight loss routine as she strives to be the healthiest version of herself. King took to Instagram on Wednesday to post a video documenting her daily skincare and exercise regimen, issuing a lengthy caption about her experience in the two years since welcoming her son, Lucky, on Sept.

And we couldn't help but wonder, what exactly is going on in Manhattan? The season 2 finale of the reboot,, was more vague and open-ended than Anthony's Italian boyfriend's poetry career. It started off on a good note with Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker) taking a delightful phone call from her former bestie, Samantha Jones (Kim Cattrall). The previously teased exchange was light and fun, with a little reference to a past bit.

Lizzo intends to countersue the former members of her dance team who have accused her of inappropriate and unfair conduct, one of the lawyers representing the musician has said.The lawsuit filed by three former members of Lizzo’s Big Grrrls dance outfit is a “sham”, according to attorney Marty Singer, who reckons that photos and videos already in circulation counter many of the claims made in that litigation.As a result, he adds, he expects the case to be dismissed, after which Lizzo will likely pursue her own legal action in order to protect her reputation.Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams and Noelle Rodriguez make a number of allegations in their lawsuit against Lizzo and her Big Grrrl Big Touring company.Among other things, they claim that their former employer made false allegations of unprofessional behaviour against her dancers and then forced them to go through a “brutal” twelve hour re-auditioning process, while also weight-shaming members of her team in contrast to public statements about body positivity.Elsewhere, they say that “Lizzo pressured plaintiffs and all her employees to attend outings where nudity and sexuality were a focal point and disregarded any apprehension from plaintiffs”.On one such occasion, at a club in Amsterdam, the lawsuit adds: “Lizzo hounded Davis to touch a performer despite Davis repeatedly expressing she did not want to.

CNN, whose brief foray into subscription streaming was snuffed out shortly after the close of the WarnerMedia-Discovery merger in April 2022, is officially getting real estate on Max.