Kelly Clarkson Covers A Classic Elton John Hit, Chats With ‘1883’ Star Faith Hill Who Swore She Would ‘Never’ Act Again

Speaking ahead of the show, Elton said: “You still have to be very vigilant because the pandemic is still out there.The effects of Covid now are not so strident as they were before, and I just think people really now want to get on with their lives.  “But it's difficult because now we have inflation, we have the cost-of-living index going up and up and up, so it's still not great.

Elton John wowed concert-goers on Friday with a spectacular farewell gig which kicked off the American Express presents BST Hyde Park 2022  concert series - but it was his kids, Zachary, 11, and Elijah, 9, who got the biggest cheer of the night when their dad gave them an emotional shout out in the crowd, and pictures of their little faces were beamed onto the huge screens either side of the stage. RELATED: 10 rare photos of Elton John's childrenStaying up past their bedtimes to watch one of their father's last ever performances in London as part of his Goodbye Yellow Brick Road tour, the two little boys melted the hearts of concert goers when the doting father took a moment to thank them for coming along and cheering him from their special VIP seats.  The camera panned across Elton's kids and their school friends (PHOTO CREDIT BST)The Rocket Man paused his performance mid-way to give thanks to the important people behind the show - including his band. But the crowd went wild when he revealed that his two sons were actually watching the gig that evening, and he went on to then name both the boys, and also their school friends who had come along for the event. SEE: Elton John's husband David Furnish melts hearts with incredible video of their sonsMORE: Elton John and David Furnish 'so proud' of sons as they make a surprise appearance with Lady GagaThe big screens on either side of the stage then cut to a video showing the kids waving wildly, wrapped up warm in hoodies, beaming with pride from their exclusive vantage point. A post shared by Elton John AIDS Foundation (@ejaf)Elton is a proud dad to his two boysElton's performance was a real crowd-pleaser, kicking off the BST Hyde Park event in style for 2022.

Brandon Blackstock has purchased a $1.8 million home in Butte, Montana after moving out of the ranch he once shared with ex-wife Kelly Clarkson.Blackstock, 45, bought the stunning property this past April 18, following the finalization of his split with Clarkson, 40, US Weekly reported after reviewing a deed transfer on the property.The home was listed for $1.8 million by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Montana Properties, and it was not immediately clear how much Blackstock paid for the property. The latest:Brandon Blackstock, 45, has purchased a $1.8 million home in Butte, Montana after moving out of the ranch he once shared with ex-wife Kelly Clarkson, 40According to Berkshire Hathaway, the four-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom home is spread over 4,800 sq.

Moving out and moving on. Kelly Clarkson‘s ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, has purchased a $1.8 million home amid the former couple’s contentious divorce.

Kelly Clarkson is calling out for anyone to listen.

Yard Act are set to release a new studio version of their track ‘100% Endurance’ featuring Elton John.The reworked track is slated to release on July 1, and will feature vocals and new instrumental arrangements from John, per a press release.Yard Act first released the original cut of ‘100% Endurance’ in January as part of their debut album ‘The Overload’. The track served as the album’s closer.In a press statement, Yard Act’s James Smith revealed how the collaboration came to be: “Elton John saw our stuff and he started telling the press he thought we were good and then we chatted on the phone and after a few calls I said ‘Elton, do you want to come to the studio and play piano on a tune?’ because, fuck it, it doesn’t matter if he says no.

Sir Elton John got some Sunderland fans riled up at his show at the Stadium of Light – for mentioning rivals Newcastle.The Rocket Man star stunned the 30,000-strong crowd on Sunday as he performed tracks from his record-breaking back catalogue of hits.And at his first – and final – show in the North East city, bidding goodbye to live performances as part of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour – Sir Elton found himself reflecting on the past.As reported by The Sun, the 75-year-old told audiences about his first-ever concert in the North East, at Newcastle’s City Hall in 1971.And at the mere mention of the city, some in the crowd began to boo, leading Sir Elton to play along.Smiling, the Tiny Dancer singer responded: ‘Sorry, I can’t help it!’He explained there was ‘nowhere to play in Sunderland’ at the time, adding again: ‘I couldn’t help it.’Sir Elton, himself a huge football fan, would have been keenly aware of the rivalry between Sunderland and Newcastle.He seemed to enjoy the reaction that came with his comment, reciprocating the banter easily.The father-of-two went on to praise fans in the North East, saying he would ‘never forget the love and loyalty and kindness you have shown me over the years.’His Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour is finally on the road after being delayed by the Covid-19 pandemic and Sir Elton’s recent health issues, including a hip injury for which he underwent surgery.The star insists he is now in ‘top health’ and ready to bid farewell to his millions of fans across the globe, with a massive concert to be held this week in London.Sir Elton had played over 40 arena dates across North America before jetting off to Europe and the UK, including for some rescheduled dates.Huge sinkhole opens up across

SIR Elton John was booed in Sunderland — for mentioning a gig in their rival city. The Rocket Man, 75, was telling his fans about his first-ever ­concert in the North East — at Newcastle’s City Hall in 1971.

Faith Hill felt some real growing pains in taking on her Margaret Dutton character in "1883."The Grammy winner revealed in a chat with Courteney Cox that she had to stop shaving her armpits to make the character more believable with the time period of the Paramount series.In recalling the request, Faith said she was at a wedding with her husband, Tim McGraw, when series creator Taylor Sheridan called. "Taylor actually called my husband," Faith said during aVariety Actors on Actors discussion. "We were at a wedding, our nephew's wedding, and he [Taylor] said, 'Who's gonna be the one to tell your wife that she has to stop shaving under her arms?'"Considering the setting, Faith wondered if the armpit conversation could wait, but Taylor was adamant that there was no time to waste and she needed to stop shaving from that point on. Still, in a last ditch effort, the "This Kiss" singer noted that several men had their beards glued on.

Faith Hill looked stunning in a two-piece outfit at the Paramount+ UK Launch event in London on Monday.The country singer posed for cameras at the event along with her husband, Tim McGraw, 55. Both stars have roles in the Yellowstone prequel, 1883, and play husband and wife as James and Margaret Dutton.The series follows the Dutton family as they make their journey from Texas to Montana in order to escape poverty.

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Faith Hill has learned the hard way that acting in a Western series is not so glamorous.The 1883 star, 54, said she was asked by show creator Taylor Sheridan, 52, to stop shaving her armpits in order for her character, Margaret Dutton, to appear in line with the time period in the much praised Paramount series.Faith and her husband, Tim McGraw, 55, played a married couple in the gritty Yellowstone origin story who plan to travel from their native Tennessee to the Oregon coast with their teenage daughter, Elsa, played by Isabel May, 21, and their young son, John, portrayed by Audie Rick, six. Request: Faith Hill, 54, said she was asked by 1883 show creator Taylor Sheridan, 52 to stop shaving her armpits for her role in the Yellowstone prequel 1883; seen inMayThe revelation came during a Variety Actors on Actors discussion between Courteney Cox, 58, and the Grammy winner, 54, when the Shining Vale star asked if Faith had received a request to take that step out of her grooming routine.

Faith Hill is opening up about her time working on Taylor Sheridan's  series in which she stars opposite her husband, Tim McGraw. Calling the production «a once-in-a-lifetime experience,» Hill sat down with ET's Cassie DiLaura and talked all things acting, co-stars and her immense passion for this project. Speaking at the Londoner Hotel ahead of the Paramount+ launch in the U.K., Hill revealed that working on  set the bar really high for future acting jobs.

Tim McGraw and Faith Hill have hit a personal and career milestone. The pair, who star on, are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their first debut, “It’s Your Love,” and the couple is reflecting on the video.  “Girl, I was so pregnant,” Hill tells ET’s Cassie DiLaura during the Paramount + U.K. launch event.

Kelly Clarkson's divorce drama has finally come to a respite, for now. The star initially filed for divorce from Brandon Blackstock in June 2020, and the two years since have been filled with legal drama.MORE: Kelly Clarkson's peculiar eating habit will take you by surpriseHer ex has challenged her on various fronts, including over custody for their two children, River Rose and Remington Alexander, child support payments, and property rights.One of the points of most contention has been their dispute over Kelly's ranch in Montana, which Us Weekly reports Brandon has finally moved out of.WATCH: Kelly collapses after being upstaged by Anne HathawayMORE: Kelly Clarkson announces surprising break from show as she reveals highly-anticipated summer plansThe former couple's argument over the ranch, which the singer is listed as sole owner of, began when her ex-husband, who is a talent manager, revealed he wanted to leave the entertainment industry and become a full-time rancher.When his ex-wife announced she planned to sell the ranch, the father-of-two fought against it, insisting that he needed the sprawling property for his ranching business.In August 2021, a judge ruled that if he planned to work on the property and gain profit from it, he would be responsible for the costs of maintaining it, which Us Weekly lists as approximately $81,000 per month.A tour of the epic ranchStill, Kelly continued to challenge her ex-husband, though in December she lost a bid to evict him.MORE: Kelly Clarkson has hilarious debate with unexpected stars live on-airMORE: Kelly Clarkson prepares for impending move as her talk show takes over Ellen DeGerenes' daytime slotNow the talk show host finally has a victory under her name.

EastEnders actress Jessie Wallace, 50, has been cautioned for an alleged attack in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, this weekend.The BBC star, who has played Kat Slater on and off for two decades, allegedly assaulted a police officer outside Verve nightclub.Jessie has accepted the caution after the alleged attack occurred in the early hours of yesterday morning.The incident is said to have happened at around 2am yesterday, with a police spokesman confirming that a 50-year-old woman was cautioned after being held on suspicion of assaulting a police officer and drunk and disorderly conduct.The Suffolk Police spokesman said: “A 50-year-old woman was arrested early on Sunday morning in St Andrew’s Street, Bury St Edmunds, on suspicion of assaulting a police officer/ drunk and disorderly conduct and was released without charge after receiving a conditional caution.”A source said the star was accompanied by a man when she was held by three officers after becoming abusive, according to the Mirror.READ MORE: Elton John ‘booed by crowd’ at farewell tour after Newcastle quipA MailOnline video clip clearly shows the actress being arrested, with an officer claiming: “You’ve assaulted me.”Express.co.uk have contacted Jessie’s representatives for comment.Jessie’s press representative declined to comment, while her agent is yet to respond.In order to accept a conditional caution, a suspect must sign a document confirming an admission to the offence along with details of what they did.It is not a conviction, but it is used as an alternative to a charge and is recorded on the Police National Computer.It is marked as spent three months after the date of issue but can still be used in any possible future criminal proceedings as evidence of

He didn’t go quietly. Kelly Clarkson‘s ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, has moved out of the singer’s Montana ranch two years after their split, Us Weekly confirms.

Brian Wilson is today (June 20) celebrating his 80th birthday, and a number of stars have flocked to wish the legendary musician many happy returns.To celebrate the Beach Boys icon’s eight decades on the planet, his official social media channels have shared a seven-minute video featuring tributes from the likes of Elton John, Chuck D, Fleet Foxes, Bob Dylan, Carole King, Graham Nash, Smokey Robinson and many more.“You’ve inspired me all my life. To me you’re the only real pop genius in the world, and I love you very much,” John says as the video begins, followed by an impromptu rendition of ‘Happy Birthday’ from Robinson.After messages from Don Was and Lyle Lovett, one-time Beach Boys members Al Jardine and Blondie Chaplin chime in, followed by Wilson’s current touring band.In addition to musicians, a number of film stars also jump in to celebrate the life of Wilson, including Jeff Bridges, Cameron Crowe and John Cusack (who played Wilson in the biopic Love & Mercy).“Happy 80th Birthday Brian from your fellow performers!” the video’s caption reads.

Thania Garcia Elton John has made his entrance into the world of web3 by partnering with Jadu and Sweet to auction a Rocket Man NFT hoverboard that will let Metaverse avatars fly in style, with all sales benefiting the Elton John AIDS Foundation.In addition to the NFT hoverboard, John will also be releasing a series of access tokens that will unlock a series of fan experiences as part of the Rocket NFT Club.On the partnership, John commented, “Whilst I’m no metaverse expert (!) I wanted to make sure that my first NFT was something true to me, and collaborating with LGBTQ+ artist Voxel Bunny and Jadu on something so unique which benefits the Elton John AIDS Foundation for Pride month was the perfect opportunity.” He continued, “Web3 has the potential to bring people from across the world together like never before and I’m excited for the opportunities to connect with my fans in a vibrant and growing community.”Produced by Jadu, the Rocket Man hoverboard is one of the rarest items within the company’s collection, which also includes boards created in collaboration with Grimes and Snoop Dogg. Created by Voxel Bunny, the Rocket Man hoverboard design references a keyboard pinball machine, paying homage to Elton John’s “Pinball Wizard” music video from 1975 and features John’s emblematic star glasses, piano keys and music notes from the song “Rocket Man.”“As a fellow LGTBQ+ artist, it’s hard to put into words the pride I feel paying tribute to Elton John and his legacy which continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of so many,” added Bunny.

Elton John and David Furnish rarely share photos of their two children, Zachary, 11, and Elijah, nine, on social media, and when they do, they make sure their faces are not visible.MORE: Elton John shares rare photo of sons as he posts sweetest tributeSo, fans were surprised and delighted on Sunday when David proudly showed off a never-before-seen photo showing the family all smiling for the camera.WATCH: Elton John's sons ski like pros in unbelievable videoZachary, who was a toddler when the snap was taken, can be seen sitting on dad David's shoulders, whilst baby Zachary is being held in Elton's arms. Both parents are beaming with joy whilst wearing sunglasses.SEE: 15 beautiful LGBTQ celebrity weddings: Rylan Clark, Ellen DeGeneres & moreRELATED: Meet the LGBTQ mums and dads and their adorable children: From Elton John to Tom Daley"Happy Father’s Day.