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Maya Rudolph is latest star to weigh in on the nepo baby debate.

Amy Winehouse biopic, Back To Black, is released today, which includes an original new song by Nick Cave.The film is directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson and follows the life and career of the iconic London singer, with the title role being taken on by Marisa Abela.The soundtrack, titled ‘Back To Black: Songs from the Original Motion Picture’, is set for release on May 17 via UMR/Island Records, and features three original recordings from Winehouse’s highly influential debut, ‘Frank’ and three songs from her multi-award-winning LP ‘Back To Black.It also includes a new original track called ‘Song for Amy’, which is sung by Cave.Cave, along with longtime collaborator Warren Ellis, composed and recorded the film’s score.A further five songs are included on the album, recorded by artists whom Amy Winehouse saw as an inspiration. These include tracks by The Shangri-Las, Billie Holiday, Minnie Riperton, Dinah Washington and Sarah Vaughan.The songs that appear in the film can all be found below.

Nick Cave and Warren Ellis have shared ‘Song For Amy’, a song they wrote for the new Amy Winehouse biopic ‘Song For Amy’ – listen below.The delicate, orchestrated track features over the opening credits of the film, which is out in UK cinemas now. Elegant strings underscore Cave’s deeply felt vocals as he sings, “You say that it’s time for us to call it a day / But I will love you anyway”.Listen to ‘Song For Amy’ below:Director Sam Taylor-Johnson’s Back to Black tells the Winehouse story in a feature film for the first time.

Amy Winehouse biopic, Back To Black, with it including an original new song by Nick Cave.The film is directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson and is set to be released in cinemas on April 12. It will follow the life and career of the iconic London singer, with the title role being taken on by Marisa Abela.Now, details of the official soundtrack to the movie have been shared – featuring songs by the singer herself, as well as tracks by other iconic artists.Titled ‘Back To Black: Songs from the Original Motion Picture’, the compilation album is set for release on May 17 via UMR/Island Records, and features three original recordings from Winehouse’s highly influential debut, ‘Frank’ and three songs from her multi-award-winning LP ‘Back To Black.It also includes a new original track called ‘Song for Amy’, which is sung by Nick Cave.Cave, along with longtime collaborator Warren Ellis, composed and recorded the film’s score.A further 5 songs are included on the album, recorded by artists whom Amy Winehouse saw as an inspiration.

Pregnant Kate Ferdinand looked stunning as she bared her ever growing baby bump as her due date gets closer. The former TOWIE star, who is married to football legend Rio Ferdinand, looked fresh faced and glowing as she revealed her bump wearing a black bralette and matching low-waisted joggers. She beamed in the photographs as she cradled her belly and stood in front of a large mirror in the couple's gorgeous home.

Soon-to-be mum-of-two Kate Ferdinand and husband Rio have already picked out the name for their baby daughter - with the help of Rio's kids. The former TOWIE star 31, announced her pregnancy back in January when she shared a black and white clip to her Instagram page, in which she showed off her baby bump. She penned the caption: "We’ve been praying for you …" and added the audio to the song Lovin' You by Minnie Riperton.

Kate, who is already a doting mum to son Cree, took to her Instagram to confirm the happy news on January 29 with the 31-year-old, who married former Manchester United star Rio in 2019, could be seen in a black and white video, set to Minnie Riperton's Lovin' You, walking away from the camera before she turned around as she beamed for the camera before lovingly placing her hand on her blossoming baby bump as she sported a figure-hugging dress and long-line coat. Kate, who is stepmother to husband Rio's children Tate, 13, Lorenz, 15, and Tia, 11, captioned the heartwarming post: "We’ve been praying for you…" with the happy news coming several months after the mum-of-one suffered a devastating miscarriage. READ MORE: Molly-Mae Hague sparks Tommy Fury confusion as he shares first message since going home after Jake Paul victoryAnd now, weeks after sharing their special news with the world, Kate and Rio, 44, have confirmed they'll be adding a baby girl to their growing brood.

Pregnant Kate Ferdinand has officially announced the gender of her and husband Rio's second child after their big reveal 'went all wrong'. The former The Only Way is Essex star announced that she and former footballer Rio were expecting their second child into the world later this year.

Sisters and superstars. Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and her sister Solange Knowles have always been each others’ best friends — and their biggest fans.

mental health. Low moods can affect anyone and everyone, whether you're in the public eye or not, as some of our favourite celebrities have proved.READ: Scarlett Moffatt admits she wanted to 'disappear for a little while' after I'm a Celebrity winIn honour of our Mental Health Digital Issue guest-edited by Scarlett Moffatt, we spoke to a handful of stars who shared what they do to lift their mood when they're feeling down.

Sister, sister! Chloe x Halle is the R&B duo made up of siblings Chloe and Halle Bailey.

Chloe Bailey is too hot for the internet to handle — and she ain’t sorry about it!

Chloe Bailey has, once again, set the internet ablaze, and she isn’t apologizing for it.

Chloe Bailey has, once again, set the internet ablaze, and she isn't apologizing for it. On Monday, the singer shared a video of her singing Minnie Riperton's 1974 classic hit, «Lovin' You,» and put her own sultry spin on the wistfully sensual tune. Unsurprisingly, the cover was a hit, with Bailey flawlessly managing to hit Riperton's high note and showcasing her impressive breath control.

Marilyn Monroe, on whose nameplate fans often leave a lipstick kiss. Next to Monroe is Hugh Hefner, who died 55 years after Marilyn, his first cover star, but paid $75,000 dollars to spend eternity lying next to her. A few steps on you’ll find the King of Cool, Dean Martin.

Caroline Framke Chief TV CriticThe announcement that Maya Rudolph would be joining “Disenchanted” — the sequel to Disney’s 2011 hit “Enchanted” — as a villain was exciting news, if not completely surprising. Rudolph has always had an eye — or more accurately an ear — for how music and comedy can combine.