Deon Taylor To Direct ‘Freedom Ride;’ John Lewis-Led Group Risked Lives To Desegregate Deep South In 1961

Maren Morris is the friend you’d want in your corner. The 31-year-old country star posted a loving message of support for pal Mickey Guyton, 38, after the fellow singer revealed she was receiving nasty messages about her upcoming Super Bowl performance pertaining to her race.

“Look out for each other peeps.”Fellow celebrity friends of the star were quick to jump on to the comments to share their well wishes and sympathies.Joe Lycett wrote: “Very sorry to hear this xxx'.”Alice Liveing said: “Oh Ranj I’m so so sorry. Really hope you’re ok.Take care.”Oti Mabuse penned: “So sorry this happened to you.”Bryony Blake said: “Omg I’m so glad you’re okay my love, how scary.”Gaby Roslin also wrote: “No my darling.

A total whirlwind! Julia Haart and Silvio Scaglia Haart’s relationship was anything but conventional before their split — from butting heads as coworkers to highlighting their blended family on Netflix’s My Unorthodox Life.

These Team USA athletes are going for the gold — with the full support of their four-legged companions! Aside from earning the coveted title of Winter Olympians, several of these athletes are proud dog and cat parents.

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Jennifer Lopez is looking back at some of the defining moments of her career in Hollywood, including the first time she met the legendary actress Barbra Streisand.The superstar was asked during her latest interview with Rolling Stone if she had ever met one of her “personal idols.” Jennifer went on to describe the moment she was first introduced to Streisand during an Oscar party in the early 2000s.JLo explained that she was attending Ed Limato’s party, revealing that the Hollywood agent “used to throw a big party every year the night before the Oscars, it was called The Night Before party. Everybody used to go.

Antonio Conte had to be held back by members of his coaching staff as tensions boiled over during Tottenham'sPremier League clash against Southampton.The incident occurred midway through the second half, just after Spurs had retaken the lead in the contest through Son Heung-Min.Southampton's players were furious with what looked like a foul on on-loan Chelsea striker Armando Broja in the build-up to the goal. Broja went up for a header with Emerson Royale but came off worse in a bruising challenge as the Spurs star headed the ball forward to start the move.

Super Smalls, a children’s accessories brand that prioritizes wonder and self-expression. Jacobs found that she could mix her love of beautiful things (honed by all those years as an Accessories Editor) with her passion for bringing joy both to her girls and to kids everywhere. We caught up with this special family at their new home in the West Village.

This Morning's Dr Ranj Singh has revealed he was robbed on his way home from the BRITs.The 42-year-old medical professional attended the awards show which was held in the O2 Arena in London on Tuesday night.While he enjoyed the evening, Ranj revealed in an Instagram note on Wednesday that he had been robbed of his luxury Clogau watch on his way home from the venue.After confirming he had "the BEST night" at the ceremony, Ranj wrote: "Sadly, on my way home from Soho when I was walking to get a taxi, I was approached by a man who robbed me."It all happened so quickly and luckily I wasn't hurt at all (the git stole my watch though), but it could've been so much worse.""I foolishly chased after him, but he got away.

Katie Price admitted "I could have killed someone" as she spoke about her regret following the crash that happened close to her home in September.The former glamour model, 43, narrowly avoided a prison sentence in December after she appeared at Crawley Magistrates' court, following her guilty plea for drink-driving, driving while disqualified and driving without insurance.Ahead of sentencing, Katie's lawyer asked the courts to allow the mum-of-five time to check into The Priory for help - which was granted.After her stint in a mental health facility, Katie admitted on her Channel 4 Mucky Mansion show that she had been riddled with "regret" after rolling her BMW car.Speaking openly about the ordeal, the reality star said: "I can deal with a lot of things, stress, pressure, I've lived and breathed that, but behind closed doors there's dramas with everyone."Nobody is perfect. When it hits me personally that's what I can't deal with."She added: "I regret getting in the car, I could've killed someone, I could've killed myself, my kids might not have had a mum."I was rock bottom at that point.

Bob Saget's widow is remembering him one month after his death. The comedian died at the age of 65 on Jan. 9, 2022, in Florida.

Jeremy Clarkson went on his Twitter account to slam BBC’s South Today Oxford programme for their latest report concerning the growing rise of badgers in rural areas.

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It’s tough to imagine any other actor than Tom Hardy in the title role of “Mad Max: Fury Road”, but there was some tough competition for the role.

WHJL-11 reported on Tuesday.The benefit goes to Dollywood’s 11,000 full-, part-time and seasonal workers of all ages at any of their 25 attractions across the US, including The Harlem Globetrotters and New Jersey’s Adventure Aquarium, starting on the day they’re hired.“When our hosts strive to grow themselves, it makes our business and our community a truly better place,” said Dollywood Company president Eugene NaughtonHerschend Enterprises, which jointly owns Dollywood alongside the country queen herself, said they aim to encourage employees to follow their dreams. “We care about our hosts’ development and we want their future to grow because of love, not loans,” said Andrew Wexler, CEO of Herschend Enterprises, in a statement.A chorus of fans, including actors, politicians and journalists, are now cheering “Parton for President” as the “9 to 5” singer proves, once again, that she’s a “national treasure.”“She’s an angel,” said Rosie O’Donnell in response to the news.Said Congressional candidate Charles Booker of Kentucky, “Dolly, you truly are appreciated.”“Dollyocracy now,” added Bitch Media writer Andi Zeisler.“Jill and Joe really quiet since this dropped,” wrote one fan, referring to failed plans by the Biden administration to make community college free for all Americans.

PS5 fans hunt for the consoles.UK retailers will be re-stocking soon and it looks like there's going to be a few more PlayStation 5 consoles to buy this week.The Sony PlayStation 5 was launched back in November - but a lack of stock amid a component shortage has led to many frustrated fans being unable to get one.However, gamers might be in luck as there are two big restocks expected this week, Birmingham Live reports.Here are the latest updates:GAME is tipped to be bringing back consoles for fans to buy on Wednesday, February 10 - but when?A new update shared via the PS5 Instant UK Twitter account suggests that PlayStation 5 pre-order will be available again between 9am and midday.This is a prediction being made by a third-party, meaning

Freedom Ride, an upcoming period drama based on first-person accounts by several original Freedom Riders, including U.S. Congressman John Lewis.The film is set in 1961 and follows a multiracial group of young activists — led by Lewis — and their actions just years before the future congressman suffered a skull fracture after being attacked by an Alabama state trooper as he and other civil rights protesters crossed the Edmund Pettis Bridge.

A handful of gamers managed to get their hands on a PlayStation 5 at the weekend when Smyths' latest batch dropped online.

direct to your inboxWith many gamers in the UK still waiting to get their hands on a Playstation 5 console, people are constantly checking retailers like GAME, Currys, Argos, John Lewis, Smyths and Amazon.Countless gamers have tried to secure one of the consoles, but have failed due to high demand and limited availability.However, it has been reported that more Sony PS5 consoles will be available to buy in the UK 'very soon'. A PS5 stock account on Twitter says stock is expected on February 18, reports BirminghamLive.

Clayton Davis D-Nice, Viola Davis, Regina King, Trevor Noah and Tyler Perry are nominated for entertainer of the year at the 2021 NAACP Image Awards.The nominations were virtually announced Tuesday on the NAACP Image Awards’ Instagram by Anika Noni-Rose (“Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey”), Chloe Bailey (“Grown-ish”), Erika Alexander (“John Lewis: Good Trouble”), Nicco Annan (“P-Valley”), and TC Carson (“Living Single”).This is King’s third consecutive nomination for the top award and Perry’s second since 2014. Davis was previously nominated consecutively from 2015-2017.

well-circulated petition seeking to have the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama, renamed after Rep. John Lewis, who marched across it more than 50 years ago in a landmark moment for the civil rights movement.It would be a fitting testament to the man's legacy, which began before he marched alongside Martin Luther King Jr.