Kelly Asbury dead: Shrek 2 director has died 'peacefully' following cancer fight aged 60

Cheers erupt from the audience the moment she bursts into the opening lyrics of Someone Like You with a mezzo-soprano vocal range that also sounds hauntingly familiar.The hits keep coming – Easy On Me, Chasing Pavements, Rolling In The Deep and more – with most of the crowd on its feet demanding more by the end of her set.This may be Vegas but the star on stage is definitely not Adele and her audience is less than one-tenth the size of a full house at the 4,100-capacity Colosseum theatre in nearby Caesars Palace.We are actually a one-and-a-half mile stroll down the famous Vegas Strip at the Tropicana casino resort’s compact Legends in Concert Theatre, which holds a mere 356.Performing there six nights a week is 45-year-old New Yorker Janae Longo – an Adele impersonator who bears a striking resemblance to the Tottenham-born diva.Last week, Janae’s bosses at the Tropicana offered free entry, to any of her shows, to frustrated fans of the real Adele.Some had blown small fortunes flying to Sin City to hear their superstar kick-off her first Vegas residency, only for her to cancel the day before opening night on January 20.Scores have already taken advantage of the Tropicana deal.

Paola Diana, who successfully campaigned for a law in Italy that requires every company board to be at least 30 percent female, insisted women’s rights must not be eroded. Last week, Adele won the inaugural Artist Of The Year Brit award after female and male categories were eliminated.Taking to the stage, she said: “I understand why the name of this award has changed, but I really love being a woman and being a female artist.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterMere months after Tom Holland ignited box office charts with “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” the 25-year-old British actor is swinging back to movie theater marquees with “Uncharted.”Ahead of its domestic debut on Feb. 18, Sony’s big-screen adaptation of its popular video game series opened at the international box office to a solid $21.5 million from 15 overseas markets.“Uncharted” had the biggest start in the United Kingdom, landing in first place with $6.4 million.

Dancing On Ice after a tense skate-off against Kye Whyte.The latest episode of the hit ITV show was marred by a number of trips and falls, with stars including Happy Mondays' Bez and professional dancer Regan Gascoigne stumbling over their steps.Poor Liberty ended up flat on her face after her pro partner Joe Johnson tried to life her off the ice.The stumble didn't affect Regan's score in the end though, as he tied at the top of the leaderboard alongside Kimberly Wyatt, with both of them scoring 36.5 out of 40.Stef Reid and Brendan Cole were next up, with both of the celebrities scoring 34 out of 40 for their routines.At the other end of the leaderboard was Bez, who performed a bee-keeping inspired routine to Walking on Sunshine by Katrina and the Waves, scoring just 19.5 out of 40.After the public vote was added to the judges' scores, it was revealed that Kye Whyte and Liberty Poole would be facing off in the latest skate-off.Liberty had scored a 28 for her rollercoaster routine to Right Round by Flo Ride and Kesha, while Kye scored 28.5 for his skate to Supermassive Black Hole by Muse.It wasn't a unanimous vote to eliminate Liberty, as judge Oti Mabuse chose to save her over Kye.However Ashley Banjo, Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean all voted to save Kye, which meant the majority won and Liberty was sent packing.Ashley described the choice as "tough", saying: "You guys did a great skate off and it was really, really close."Oti said it was "really difficult" too, as she said: "My heart is with both of you and I really want both of you to do well."Following her elimination, Liberty told viewers: "I've enjoyed every second, I'm proud of myself."Last week, Kye went up against S Club 7 singer Rachel Stevens, but it was

Eminem's stunning daughter Hailie Mathers is no stranger to grabbing attention just like her famous dad. Hailie was the first born child of Marshall Mathers who is better known as Eminem and his ex-wife Kimberly Anne Scott.As much as the man behind the Slim Shady's alter-ego might despair, Hailie has become quite a social media pin-up in her own right in recent times.She now boasts a staggering 2.2million followers on Instagram and often shares scorching content of herself during travels around the world.To mark Eminem's hugely anticipated performance, Daily Star are sharing some of her hottest looks from 2021.From sizzling bikinis, skintight leather trousers and shorter-than-short hot pants, we've found it all.Hailie now has an army of fans from all over the globe who tune in on a frequent basis for her red-hot content - and it's easy to see why she is so in demand.Not giving away the far-flung location, the rap stars daughter posed up a storm at sea wearing a striking green two-piece.Swooping her hair away from her face, she glanced off into the distance like a real professional in front of lens.She simply captioned: "Aye aye captain."Eminem's eldest child certainly knows how to rock the latest must-have trends.A few months back, she turned up the heat in festival-chic attire including a bikini top that was teamed with long-cut denim shorts.Adding sex appeal, she popped on some killer heeled cowgirl boots in white snakeskin.She told fans: "These boots were(n't) made for walkin'...

love life has suffered – as she’s been single for the past seven years. Speaking to Hooked on the Look on YouTube, Natasha said: “My last relationship was seven years ago. I am pretty extreme, so I think people are afraid of me.

Jamie Carragher fired a cheeky Valentines joke at Sky presenter Dave Jones after the presenter "pulled his groin" attempting the NFL Keepy Up challenge.A host of guests in the Sky Sports studio have been attempting to do kick-ups with an American football ahead of Sunday night's Super Bowl between the Cincinnati Bagels and the LA Rams.The likes of Jamie Redknapp and Micah Richards had attempted the challenge prior to Sunday's games.It was Carragher and Jones' turn to attempt the challenge - but Jones ended up injuring himself after stretching to regain the ball following a wayward touch.And fans were left in stitches after Carragher snuck in a cheeky Valentines joke while Jones was hobbling back to his seat.The ex-Liverpool man quipped: "The groin! On Valentine's weekend as well!"While nobody has done themselves harm like Jones, the segment has been a hit for Sky ahead of Sunday night's Super Bowl showdown.Fans were in hysterics after Kelly Cates and Chris Hughton were captured in the background of Redknapp's attempt the previous day ignoring the former Reds man's attempts.Who do you think made the best attempt at the Keepy Up challenge? Let us know in the comments section below.But his attempt wasn't a patch on Jones and Carragher's.Although Jones misfortune caught the eye, it wasn't the only incident on Super Sunday that left fans amused.There was no love lost ahead as Richards took a cheeky swipe at Carragher's allegiance to Everton as a child before his iconic playing career for the Toffees bitter rivals.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your

shark was found on a beach by a gobsmacked coast-goer.The massive great white was discovered dead washed up on the shore in Hatteras, North Carolina.Dana Rose stumbled across the ocean beast while shelling and decided to share the magnificent find, Daily Caller reported.Pictures uploaded to social media show the large great white lifeless on the sand.Another photo is a close-up of the animal's razor-sharp teeth.Dana Rose wrote: "Shelling right now and rolled up on this big boy!! Rip mr shark!! But just think this is what swims with us!!! It’s their ocean we are the visitors!! Was cool to see!!!"Some shocked commenters have reacted to the woman's find, remarking at how its size "put things into perspective".One person wrote: "Wow!!! I’ll still get in the ocean!"Another said: "Poor baby- but super cool!! The circle of life."Others tried to figure out how the creature had ended up on the beach.Someone suggested a "sharknado" may have displaced the poor creature.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here."Check the forecast. Might have been a sharknado recently.

Continuing the feud. As Kim Kardashian’s romance with Pete Davidson has continued to heat up, her estranged husband, Kanye West, has attacked his ex’s new man on social media and in song.

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Pete Davidson is starring in the Hellmann’s Mayo 2022 Super Bowl Commercial alongside legendary Patriots linebacker Jerod Mayo…and ouch, this must have hurt!

NBC has a huge night tonight as they’re hosting the 2022 Super Bowl broadcast.

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Insecure star Issa Rae was honored with the first-ever key to Inglewood on Saturday.MORE: Kerry Washington celebrates Super Bowl weekend with brand new lookThe city, in the county of Los Angeles, is home to So-Fi Stadium and the Los Angeles Rams, and the ceremony came as the city celebrated  Saturday's Taste of Inglewood festival, a day before the 56th Super Bowl.WATCH: Issa Rae stars in Insecure"I'm a little emotional, I'm trying to be a thug right now," Issa said in a teary speech.Wearing a black linen suit with bold gold buttons running down the blazer, the 37-year-old added: "The mayor really flabbergasted me in that this is the first key in 114 years. It's a huge honor and I just want to thank you all so much for your support.MORE: Issa Rae’s five major glow-up style moments that cemented the girl boss as a total fashionistaMORE: Super Bowl party essentials 2022: 17 must-have party supplies for your Super Party"Thank you to the mayor, thank you to the city of Inglewood for making it so easy for us to film here, for helping us to showcase this city that I love so much."Issa filmed much of the five seasons of Insecure in the city, and spotlighted the local area in her HBO Max reality series Sweet Life: Los Angeles.

According to a representative for Asbury, Nancy Newhouse Porter, Asbury died on Friday morning in Los Angeles following a long battle with abdominal cancer, reports variety.com.Asbury, who started his career at Walt Disney Feature Animation in 1983, directed five animated feature films during his career -- "Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron", "Shrek 2a in 2004, which he co-directed with Conrad Vernon; "Gnomeo & Juliet" in 2011; "Smurfs: The Lost Village" in 2017; and his final directorial effort was 2019's "Ugly Dolls", for which he got stars like Kelly Clarkson, Nick Jonas, Janelle MonAie, and Blake Shelton on board.His other work includes credits on aceThe Little Mermaid", Tim Burton's "The Nightmare Before Christmas", "James and the Giant

Kelly Asbury, the respected animator who directed such films asSpirit: Stallion of the Cimarron,Shrek 2andGnomeo & Juliet, has died. He was 60.

Kelly’s representative Nancy Newhouse Porter of Newhouse Porter Hubbard confirmed the sad news.She told Deadline: “He was one of the most admired and beloved people in the industry."She added: “It’s heartbreaking for everyone.”According to TMZ, the multi-award nominated director passed away "peacefully" after being diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.Kelly directed the film Shrek 2 in 2004, which starred the voice work of Mike Myers and Cameron Diaz.Kelly also provided "additional voices" in the hit animated comedy.Kelly’s work on Shrek 2 helped to create a blockbuster hit, raking in $919.8 million on a $150 million budget.The film also achieved Oscar and Annie Award nominations. The director, who was born in Texas, had several film credits to

Shrek 2 director Kelly Asbury has died aged 60.The Oscar-nominated star, who worked on some of the greatest animated films of all time, died in his Los Angeles home on Friday morning after suffering from abdominal cancer.According to TMZ, the director and voice-over artist died "peacefully" in his Encino home.Asbury’s representative, Nancy Newhouse Porter of Newhouse Porter Hubbard, confirmed his death in a statement shared with Deadline.Nancy said: "He was one of the most admired and beloved people in the industry."She added: "It’s heartbreaking for everyone."Animation star Asbury is famed for directing both Shrek 2 and Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron, earning two Academy-Award nominations for his work.

Kelly Asbury, best known for directingAcademy Award-nominated animation films --Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002) and Shrek 2 (2004) -- has died at the age of 60.The Texas native passed away Friday morning at his home in Los Angeles of complications from abdominal cancer.'He was one of the most admired and beloved people in the industry,' his representative, Nancy Newhouse Porter of Newhouse Porter Hubbard, told Deadline.

Klaritza Rico Kelly Asbury, an animator who directed Oscar-nominated films such as “Shrek 2” and “Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron,” has died.

pic.twitter.com/kXxGTi1afLMEMORIAL THREAD: Today I learned that Kelly Asbury, my director on "Uglydolls", has passed away from cancer. I am shocked and quietened, but here are a few words about the man who made my first ever animated feature gig so much warmer and less stressful than it could have been… pic.twitter.com/GZA6TldKZpKelly Asbury has died.