Rita Moreno Wants to ‘Keep the Fires Burning for Those Who Aspire’ at Variety’s Power of Women Event

Finneas has shared a cover of Bon Iver‘s 2008 track ‘Flume’ for Spotify Singles – check it out below.Billie Eilish‘s brother and collaborator released his debut album ‘Optimist’ last October, and the new two-track live release also features a special version of the album track ‘Medieval’ alongside the Bon Iver cover.In a statement, Finneas said he was “honoured to finally be able to get into the brand new and beautiful Spotify Studios to record these songs in these special arrangements”.Listen to Finneas cover Bon Iver’s ‘Flume’ and play ‘Medieval’ for Spotify Singles below.Reviewing Finneas’ debut solo album ‘Optimist’ upon its release last year, NME said: “He made his name producing and writing for his megastar sister Billie Eilish, and now it’s Finneas’ turn to step into the spotlight. ‘Optimist’ has been a long time coming – it follows a whopping 23 singles released since 2016 – and fully justifies why he’s become the industry’s producer du jour.“The record takes two paths to do that – classic, timeless pop songwriting and something more modern and cutting-edge.

Cameron Diaz has told the world that, since stepping back from the Hollywood limelight, she has taken full advantage of freedom. Relishing no longer being under as much public scrutiny, she barely even washes her face.Cameron has confessed to seeing Hollywood as a "trap" and said that she scarcely considers her appearance now that she has left the showbiz circuit.The 49-year-old left the fast-paced life of Hollywood behind since her marriage to rocker Benji Madden and has not looked back since.She claims she has turned down nearly $100 million worth of movie contracts in the years that followed and has no regrets about declining them."I am absolutely a victim to all of the societal objectification and exploitations that women are subjected to," she revealed on Michelle Visage's BBC podcast Rule Breakers."I have bought into all of them myself at certain times."However, it now seems the opposite is true."I don't care [about my appearance]," she admitted."Literally the last thing I think about on a daily basis...

BBC Radio 1 presenter Charlie Hedges left her co-host Greg James stunned when she revealed that she's pregnant live on air.Speaking on the Tell Me Something Good segment of the show, the radio star dropped the bombshell on her unsuspecting co-star who was left speechless before congratulating her on the good news.Greg asked Charlie to tell him some good news, leading her to make the announcement.Charlie excitedly revealed: "I'm having a baby."Stunned, Greg replied: "You... what are you talking about?""You're having a baby!"Are you joking? What are you talking about?" he asked the star.Standing up to show off her bump, Charlie said: "I'm having a baby Greg! Surprise!"Responding, Greg said: "'Oh my God! What amazing news."Following the radio star's big reveal, BBC Radio 1 fans took to social media to congratulate Charlie.Twitter user @tomjamesclark wrote: "Omg goosebumps during Charlie Hedges announcing her pregnancy on Radio 1 today @BBCR1."The conversation and announcement between @charliehedges @gregjames was the best!"While @emsmusicalmind penned: "@charliehedges just casually dropping big news during 'tell me something good'."Congratulations Charlie! I loved @gregjames’ reaction."I think he was as shocked as everyone else was!"@LauraBaalham added: "Just listened to @charliehedges announce to @gregjames that she was pregnant."I am so happy for you.

Halle Berry looks amazing in a new set of social media snaps as she posed in her underwear on Instagram.The Hollywood actress, 55, put on a show-stopping display for fans on Tuesday (March 8) as she wore just a slogan t-shirt and her knickers.The Catwoman star posed for the camera and thrilled her 7.8m Instagram followers, many of which flooded the comments section.One fan said: "Halle Berry, you are a timeless beauty ageing like fine wine… cheers"Another quipped: "You trying to break the Internet."While a third penned: "International Women's Day March 8, 2022 You are beautiful brave intelligent smart loveable Kind compassionate fierce Stylish seductive and so much more You are enough and always will be.. I can't praise cherish treasure in language enough."This comes after she stunned in another set of snaps where she was spotted skateboarding while wearing teeny bikini bottoms.The stunning screen star went barefoot for her skateboarding session with her personal trainer.Halle looked the epitome of cool as she donned a knotted white t-shirt and floral bikini bottoms.The pretty pics showed her gliding her way down the street in her first image, before teaming up with her PT Peter Lee Thomas in further pics, who followed topless behind her.She wrote alongside the first photo: "Let’s get fit on this #FitnessFriday with @respin! Who’s joining us?"Alongside another, she scribed: "You already know what day it is! #FitnessFriday ….

Rita Moreno has worked hard and fought for her incredible career.ET caught up with the 89-year-old EGOT winner at Variety's Power of Women event earlier this week, where she shared some empowering words of wisdom for women pursuing their dreams.«I would say to stick to what you love, don't let anybody tell you what you should be doing,» she told ET's Lauren Zima. «If this is what you wanna do, be in show business, stick to it.

Variety invited audiences “On the Carpet” to take in all the action live on Facebook as Power of Women honorees Channing Dungey, Amanda Gorman, Lorde, Rita Moreno and Katy Perry arrived for the annual celebration.Three hundred people gathered for the glamorous outdoor event on Thursday night in Los Angeles. All eyes were on the star-studded arrivals, as presenter Angelina Jolie and her 16-year-old daughter Zahara posed with Gorman while Gayle King greeted her friend Perry, who chose a glamorous gown for her interpretation of “business cocktail.”The carpet interviews presented a true mix of powerful and playful moments.Take Dungey, for example.

Variety Staff Follow Us on TwitterVariety‘s Power of Women Presented by Lifetime dinner bought 300 people from across the entertainment industry together on Thursday to celebrate the achievements and philanthropic work of this year’s five honorees: Katy Perry, Amanda Gorman, Rita Moreno, Channing Dungey and Lorde.For many, the gathering was a post-COVID vaccine-era coming-out party of sorts. Attendees were full of exclamations about the simple joy of being together (with strict protocols in place) in a beautiful Beverly Hills setting under the stars.

Cynthia Littleton Business EditorKaty Perry sang “What Makes a Woman.” Amanda Gorman recited “We Rise.” Lorde called for protection of the earth and indigenous peoples. Channing Dungey defined her power as only she could, and Rita Moreno dazzled with her 89-year-young vitality.Variety‘s Power of Women Presented by Lifetime event on Thursday night was an intimate dinner with a big helping of inspiration for about 300 peoplefrom across the entertainment industry, who gathered under the stars on a made-to-order balmy night in Beverly Hills.The evening, supported by Cadillac as premier sponsor, had plenty of star power thanks to the five honorees who were feted for their accomplishments and philanthropic endeavors.

Katy Perry is giving a special shout out to Orlando Bloom.

Rita Moreno is being honored at Variety’s Power of Women Presented by Lifetime event.

Katy Perry brought fiance Orlando Bloom as her plus one to Variety's Power of Women event held at the Wallis Annenberg Center in Beverly Hills on Thursday evening.The 36-year-old superstar was seen modeling a very billowy lilac gown for the occasion while receiving many adoring gazes from the 44-year-old actor.Perrysnagged herself a recognition at the event for her philanthropic work by way of her Firework Foundation, and the star studded dinner honored a handful of powerful women in attendance.The American singer joined Amanda Gorman, Lorde, Channing Dungey, and Rita Moreno as they were recognized at the event for their philanthropic work.

Jenna Dewan was seen attending Variety's Power of Women event in Los Angeles on Thursday evening.The 40-year-old performer appeared to be enjoying the spotlight while spending time on the function's red carpet, where she was spotted posing for several photos.The actress' appearance comes just days after she shared a heartwarming snap that featured her fiance and the happy pair's son to her Instagram account. Katy Perry, Lorde, Amanda Gorman, Channing Dungey, and Rita Moreno were among those recognized at the event held at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills for their philanthropic work.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterWarner Bros. Television Group Chairman Channing Dungey called on others to use their power for good during Variety‘s Power of Women event presented by Lifetime.“I was lucky enough as a young woman in this business to be mentored by women who taught me that if we are in a position of power, it’s our obligation and our responsibility, to empower others,” she said.

Matt Donnelly Senior Film WriterOn a night of overwhelming inspiration and the in-person return to Variety‘s Power of Women celebration, host Chelsea Peretti brought some much-needed levity.The stand-up comic and “Brooklyn Nine Nine” star played emcee for the Thursday event, where she loosened up a crowd of honorees including Lorde, Amanda Gorman, Katy Perry, Warner Bros. executive Channing Dungey and EGOT icon Rita Moreno.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorVariety is the first entertainment industry publication to dive into NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, which provide a way to verify ownership of digital content.The publication’s NFTs will debut at Thursday’s Variety Power of Women: Los Angeles event in partnership with Sweet.io, which specializes in creating and hosting eco-friendly NFT digital collectibles for entertainment and consumer brands.Each guest attending Power of Women will be gifted an NFT of the event invitation, for a total of 320 editions. In addition, four of the honorees — Katy Perry, Rita Moreno, poet Amanda Gorman and Channing Dungey, chairman of Warner Bros.

Katy Perry delved into balancing motherhood with her busy career in her cover story for Variety's Power of Women issue.The 36-year-old singer–songwriter gushed about finally finding her 'balance' as she learned to live in the 'real world' with her fiancé Orlando Bloom, 44, and their one-year-old daughter Daisy Dove.Joining Katy on alternate covers were a bevy of female icons and visionaries, including Lorde, Rita Moreno, Warner Bros. Television CEO Channing Dungey and poet Amanda Gorman.

Rita Moreno is opening up about West Side Story and her long career.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter“The Wire’s” Felicia Pearson and Ed Burns are teaming up to develop a limited series based on Pearson’s life, Variety has learned exclusively.The show is currently titled “A.K.A. Snoop” and would delve into the hardship Pearson endured growing up in Baltimore.

You can’t stop Rita Moreno! The 89-year-old Academy Award-winning actress revealed that she doesn’t plan to ever stop acting in an interview for Variety’s “Power of Women” issue, released on Wednesday September 29. Even after gracing the silver screen for over 70 years, Rita is still just as passionate about acting as ever, and from the sound of it, she’s going to keep being an unstoppable actress, ready to find an alternative to anything that could possibly get in her way. “The only way I can retire is if I can’t walk. And even then, there’s always a wheelchair — or roller skates,” she told Variety.

William Earl The “On the Carpet” pre-show of Variety’s Power of Women: Los Angeles, presented by Lifetime, will be livestreamed exclusively on Variety’s Facebook page from 5:45-6:45 p.m. PT on September 30.

For the 2021 Power of Women issue, Variety spoke with several women in the entertainment industry who are using their voices to benefit worthy causes. For more, click here.Rita Moreno may be turning 90 in December, but the actor dreads the thought of being typecast as a woman over a certain age.“Why should I have to play a grandmother simply because I’m old? Can I be a lawyer? A scientist? So far, the answer is … not so much,” she says wistfully.