Fellow Music Artists Pay Tribute To The Late B.J. Thomas

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefKicking off at its 70th anniversary edition in August, the Melbourne International Film Festival is to introduce a trio of new prizes. The best film award will come with a A$140,000 (approximately $100,000) cash reward, making it the richest film prize in the southern hemisphere.Contenders in the new, annual, ten-title MIFF Film Competition can be from any genre, including documentary or animation.

Holly Jones Set in Costa da Caparica, Portugal, amidst the 2008 economic crisis, “Vanda” – which screened at Berlin Film Festival’s European Film Market – tells the true-to-life story of distressed hairdresser turned unlikely criminal Dulce Caroço.Our titular character, played by Gabriella Barros (“Al Berto”), is introduced as she lies on the floor, vacant-faced, smoking a cigarette. Moments later, we see her doused in disguise, a blond wig and oversized sunglasses.In this hour-long, crime-heist episodic, created by Patrícia Müller (“Madre Paula”) and directed by Simão Cayatte (“A Viagem”), Vanda goes from surviving to destitute in a matter of scenes.

Amanda Holden marked her birthday this year with a stunning snap of herself clad in just a bra.The Britain’s Got Talent star looked fabulous in a new Instagram post shared with her 1.8 million followers today as she said turned 51 in style.Sharing a picture of herself against a black background, the star simply penned: “Hello 51.”In the snap, Amanda could be seen ruffling her wavy hair as she looked fierce for the camera.The TV star wore nothing but a bra for the shot, which she complemented with some curtain diamond earrings that boasted a diamond-encrusted heart shape as the centrepiece.She paired the statement jewel with a dainty necklace and a bangle.A post shared by Amanda Holden (@noholdenback)Amanda’s makeup showcased her stunning features, with long eyelashes and a nude lip paired with a light contouring.Fans and friends of the Heart Breakfast host rushed to the post’s comments section to wish her a happy birthday.TV presenter James Stewart said: “Happy birthday you absolute beaut!“Can’t wait to catch up next week.”Television personality Sara Khan typed: “Happy Birthday Beautiful lady! Looking amazing.”Instagram user The_holdenites penned: “Happy birthday sweetie!“You are so incredible and gorgeous. Be yourself all the time.”Mrmusels added: “Many happy returns Amanda.“You look absolutely gorgeous sweetheart.“I hope you have most blessed happy day.

Prince Andrew has settled his US civil sexual assault case with Virginia Giuffre out of court.This has led to a mix of opinions around the world, with Good Morning Britain's Alex Beresford calling the situation to be "covered in batter and grease".Alex posted a picture yesterday evening of the country's main newspapers, with each front page being about Prince Andrew and the out-of-court settlement.He captioned the post in view of his 247,500 followers: "‘Today’s news is tomorrow's chip paper’ Perhaps not in this case?"However, this story is covered in batter and grease."Many social media users took to the comment section to express their view on today's newspapers and the Prince Andrew situation.Tiredmammy21 said: "Who's at fault? Him for paying for something he said he didn't do or her for accepting?"If it was me I would want to face my abuser in court."Madpantha added: "If you're guilty, why pay millions to stop the trial?"If you're telling the truth, why accept a payout?"JunieCam commented: "She's taking the money.

Brian McFadden's appearance on This Morning was quick to get viewers talking.

A man who harassed his ex-girlfriend has kicked off over his police mugshot.

Rylan Clark has revealed that he felt as though he was "hit round the face" following his split from Dan Neal after six years of marriage.TV and radio presenter Rylan took four months off work on BBC Radio 2 and was later hospitalised after "losing" himself over the separation. Now, the 33 year old, who recently shared a health update after being rushed to hospital with a mystery illness, has opened up on his mental wellbeing on his podcast Ry-Union, where he explained the break up was "hard to deal with". “I’ve never in my life thought that I would go through a crisis like that," he shared.

Berlin Film Festival has staged its first in-person edition since 2020, soldiering on amid a wave of the COVID omicron variant in Germany and a last-minute virtual pivot for the European Film Market. Here are our main takeaways below:Film Industry Pining For In-Person Meetings Despite the EFM being online, a clutch of buyers and sellers made the trek to Berlin where they held a mix of online and physical meetings in the Marriott and a very bare Gropius Bau.

Emily Atack appeared to take a swipe at Jack Grealish, following rumours the pair had met up last year. Inbetweeners actress Emily, 32, was linked to footballer Jack, 26, following the claims they had formed a friendship. Emily did not publicly respond to the speculation but Jack denied the claims in an Instagram post.

Emmerdale fans were left in hysterics after Vinny Dingle held a large baguette in an unfortunate position.The character, played by Bradley Johnson, surprised his girlfriend Liv Flaherty (Isobel Steele) with a romantic Valentine’s Day indoor picnic in their lounge in Tuesday night's episode. But fans were left in stitches by Vinny’s unfortunate placement of the baguette by his waist as Liv walked in and he exclaimed: “Surprise!” One fan tweeted: “Ooo Vinny! That’s a long one!! #emmerdale” Get exclusive celebrity stories and reality tv news straight to your inbox with OK! daily newsletter.

Ed Meza @edmezavarZDF Enterprises has struck further deals for the first season of post-apocalyptic disaster thriller “Sløborn,” including sales in the U.K., Russia and Japan.The eight-part series is produced by Christian Alvart’s Berlin-based Syrreal Entertainment in co-production with ZDF, Tobis, Nordisk Film and ZDF Enterprises. Alvart, who also penned and helmed the Netflix series “Dogs of Berlin,” co-wrote and directed “Sløborn” along with Adolfo J.

Irish folk duo Hudson Taylor have released the music video for their new single, You Me Myself. 

She may not be back together with her baby daddy, but a pal close to Lauren Goodger has claimed she’s doing everything she can to put on a united front with her ex, Charles Drury. The former couple broke up when devastated Lauren, 35, found out that the 24-year-old builder had allegedly slept with Instagram model Amy Gilbert during a break in their relationship last November. In an interview with new last month, Lauren – who’s more than four months pregnant with her second daughter with Charles – admitted she was “really hurt” by his fling but that her love for him “will never go”.

Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden has marked her 51st birthday by sharing a snap of herself looking stunning in latex lingerie. The radio presenter often posts sexy snaps on Instagram and she's pulled out all the stops for her birthday. In the beautiful picture, the 51 year old wears a latex bra teamed with heart diamanté drop earrings and a silver bracelet.

Hollywood star Gwen Stefani rocked the top of the charts with Don't Speak.The No Doubt singer hit number one on this day in 1997 with the track, after rising to fame with the band following songs including Just A Girl.Gwen Stefani showed off a number of stunning looks in the video for the song, including a sweet ditsy print dress and a crop top and trousers onstage, which showed off the singer's toned abs.To pay tribute to the 25th anniversary of the hit song, Daily Star has taken a look at some of Gwen Stefani's hottest looks.Gwen Stefani channelled inspiration from Las Vegas showgirls for her glam Met Gala 2019 look.The singer walked the red carpet wearing a white bodysuit, encrusted with multi-coloured jewels that were draped over her sizzling curves.The high fashion look from designer Moschino was completed with black fish net tights and a white faux fur coat, completing the stunning outfit.Designer Jeremy Scott told Vogue: "The look I designed for Gwen is a mix of all the kinds of camp iconography that she and I love.

as reported by Teesside Live. The Mill gave them a deadline of 4pm on Tuesday to cough up the cash before going to the police.They posted on social media: "To the lovely couple that racked up a hefty bill consisting of fillet steak and lobster, numerous bottles of wine…."Whilst we’re sure it was an honest mistake on your part that you left without paying, please pay your bill by 4 o'clock today."You were sat opposite a camera and the CCTV couldn’t be clearer."The pub later said that they had made contact with the couple and had been told that they would pay up on Wednesday when the male half of the couple got paid.However, at just after 8pm on Tuesday night, The Mill announced that the £179.20 bill had been paid by a female.They posted online: "The bill has been paid by an anonymous female believed to be his girlfriend! Bless, who said romance is dead."A number of people took to social media to condemn the couple's actions.

Melbourne Film Festival Launches $100K Best Film Prize; Southern Hemisphere’s “Richest” Feature CompetitionThe Melbourne International Film Festival is introducing a feature film competition ahead of its 70th anniversary edition.

TikTok user @kenzjee, who works as a waitress at the restaurant chain, demonstrated purchasing the hosiery from a vending machine in the restaurant bathroom.The $5 (£3.70) tights, which come in different skin tone colours, must be worn as part of the uniform, which also consists of tiny orange shorts and a low-cut white shirt with the Hooters logo on it.And many TikTok viewers were stunned to find out that the tights weren't provided by the company and that waitresses had to pay for them themselves.Talking on the video, @kenzjee said: "People always ask me about our tights machine and I have to buy tights today so I'll just make a video about it."In the clip, which has now been viewed more than 4.7million times, she inserted a five dollar bill into a vending machine that sold the tights.She then chose the size and skin tone colour that she wanted before getting her pair.The vending machine was made by a company called Peavey Hosiery, which charges $8.49 (£6.30) for the same tights - called Suntan Hosiery - on its website. So at least they get them a little cheaper, we guess.Kenzjee explained that the reason Hooters doesn't give employees the tights for free is because they are considered 'undergarments,' so they have to 'sell them through a third party company.'She also said that the item of clothing is tax deductible as a work-related expense.However, many people still said that the company should not make their employees pay for the tights if they are required as part of the uniform.Some even blasted them the firm in the comment section.One exclaimed: "It's a company uniform, so company should pay for it.

cancer.The hitmaker was best known for his recordings of Hooked On A Feeling and Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head.The singer's death was announced by his Twitter page with a photo of the late star alongside a message that read: "It is with profound sadness we confirm the passing of BJ Thomas."BJ passed away from complications from stage four lung cancer, at his home in Arlington, Texas yesterday (May 29).He had publicly declared his diagnosis in March this year and was receiving treatment at the time of his death.BJ was a five-time Grammy Award winner, who sold millions of records worldwide across genres. His career took off with his 1966 gospel-style cover of Hank Williams' I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry.He went on to score a No.

Haley Bosselman editorB.J. Thomas, the Grammy Hall of Fame inductee and award-winning country singer behind hits like “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on my Head” and “Hooked on a Feeling,” has died.

B.J. Thomas has died at 78.