Jennifer Hudson Says She’s “Heartbroken” Over Death Of ‘Idol’ Vocal Coach Debra Byrd: “She Will Be Dearly Missed”

Pat Saperstein Deputy EditorMovie, TV and music fans are already remembering notable figures who have died since the start of 2024. “An Officer and a Gentleman” Oscar winner Louis Gossett Jr., “Curb Your Enthusiasm” actor Richard Lewis, “Starsky and Hutch” star David Soul and “Honeymooners” star Joyce Randolph, who played Trixie, are among celebrities from the world of television who have died. In film, cinephiles are remembering “Moonstruck” director Norman Jewison and “Mary Poppins” actress Glynis Johns.Last year, the entertainment community said goodbye to celebrities including musicians Jimmy Buffett, Shane McGowan, Robbie Robertson and David Crosby, actors Andre Braugher and Matthew Perry, writer-producer Norman Lear and director William Friedkin.David Soul, who starred as Sergeant Kenneth Richard “Hutch” Hutchinson in the TV series “Starsky & Hutch,” died Jan.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Hulu‘s new reality show about the drama-ridden Vanderpumps is finally here.

Matt Donnelly Senior Film Writer Scandal at a film festival is usually generated by provocative auteurs or loose-lipped actors stirring up drama at press conferences. Last weekend’s laid-back Sonoma International Film Festival, held in the heart of California wine country, was a different story. Numerous indie film players spotted Sundance Film Festival director Eugene Hernandez at the event, alongside his two predecessors in the role: John Cooper, who left in 2020, and Tabitha Jackson, who stepped down in 2022.

Thania Garcia The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has upped Michele Ballantyne to President. She will also continue to serve as chief operating officer, running daily operations and managing the 56-employee team. Ballantyne serves on the executive leadership team alongside Chairman and CEO Mitch Glazier.

Tim Chan If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Beyoncé’s big week continues tonight as the superstar performer takes the stage at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards. Fresh off her new album, “Cowboy Carter,” the singer is set to appear at tonight’s show to be honored with the “iHeartRadio Innovator Award.” The 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards take place live tonight, Monday, April 1 from Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Zoe Saldaña was asked on an upcoming episode of The Playlist’s “Discourse” podcast if she was “done” playing Gamora in the Marvel Cinematic Universe now that James Gunn’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” trilogy has ended. Gunn has moved on to DC, and some of Saldaña’s co-stars like Dave Bautista (Drax the Destroyer) have vowed that “Vol. 3” was their last “Guardians” movie.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director “The X-Files” creator Chris Carter is not involved in the upcoming reboot, which is being shepherded by “Black Panther” filmmaker Ryan Coogler. In a new interview with Inverse, Carter said he has no reservations about letting someone else put their stamp on his beloved franchise. “It’s interesting, people say, ‘Aren’t you possessive of it?’ And I say, ‘No, I’m looking forward to seeing what somebody else does with it,’” Carter said, adding that he had a “really nice conversation” with Coogler when the latter first pitched his idea for an “X-Files” reboot to Fox.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Rumors always seem to be swirling on social media that Sam Raimi is going to reunite with Tobey Maguire and direct a fourth “Spider-Man” movie. The duo jump-started a blockbuster age for comic book movies with 2002’s “Spider-Man” and delivered the genre one of its most acclaimed entries with 2004’s “Spider-Man 2.” Although 2007’s “Spider-Man 3” wasn’t a hit with critics, it still pulled in $895 million worldwide to become Raimi and Maguire’s biggest entry. There was a time when Raimi was developing a “Spider-Man 4” at Sony, with Tobey Maguire back in the title role.

The Scottish Government would need to plug a £15million blackhole to get Scotland matches on free-to-air TV.

A mum has sparked a debate online after her husband told her off for her choice of school run outfit.

John Kennedy believes leader Callum McGregor can give Celtic another huge lift for Sunday’s title showdown against Rangers.

Phil Rosenthal — the creator of “Everybody Loves Raymond” and star of “Somebody Feed Phil” — has shows lined up all over the country from April through June.New Yorkers are in luck, too.Rosenthal is scheduled to drop into Albany’s The Egg on Thursday, April 11, New York City’s Beacon Theatre on Saturday, April 13 and Buffalo’s Buffalo State Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 27.Wondering what Rosenthal has planned for the live show?“I tell funny stories about my 30 years in show business,” Rosenthal explained on Instagram. “Then we open it up to question and answer from the audience…I’ve learned a lot and I can impart this wisdom to you.”If this sounds like a good time to you, tickets can be scooped up for all shows to see the 64-year-old funnyman live.At the time of publication, prices start at $37 before fees on Vivid Seats.Other shows have tickets going anywhere from $41 to $147 before fees.Want to feed see Phil live?We’ve got everything you need to know and more about Phil Rosenthal’s 2024 tour below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and include additional fees at checkout.)Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.

Coronation Street's Tracy Barlow is saying 'goodbye' to the cobbles after her iconic character uncovered a shocking betrayal. After an amazing run of 47 years, Tracy – played by actress Kate Ford – is leaving Weatherfield after discovering that a heartfelt letter from her sweetheart Tommy Orpington had been destroyed.Tommy had poured out his heart in the letter, expressing his dream of starting anew with Tracy in sunny Spain.

Emmerdale star Hayley Tamaddon revealed that she had to rush her son Jasper to hospital when he could not stop vomiting. Hayley first revealed that her little boy was ill when she wrote on a post on her Instagram stories: "It's 5 am. Been awake since 4.

Francesca Farago is gonna be a momma!

Michael Stuhlbarg got a lot more than he bargained for when he stepped out for some exercise over the weekend. On Sunday, the Call Me By Your Name st

If you only listened to right wing talking points the past week, you’d think the godless Joe Biden was doing everything he could do exorcise Christ from Easter.

Chance Perdomo‘s most recent posts feel chillingly foreboding in wake of his sudden passing.

If you like glamour and sensuality… then Dita Las Vegas by @DitaVonTeese and company at the @HorseshoeVegas is a MUST! No one else is doing a show like his in Las Vegas! It’s what Vegas needs! And you do too!!!!

Princess Catherine‘s kids are staying strong for their mom.

Uh-oh! Now photo agencies are casting doubt over Princess Catherine’s cancer diagnosis video!