Rufus Wainwright changes the game on 'Unfollow the Rules'

Star Trek legend William Shatner admitted he wasn’t impressed after finally making it to space in real life.The 90-year-old - James T Kirk in the hit sci-fi series - realised a lifetime ambition when he went in a shuttle a few months ago.But when he finally made the trip he said it wasn’t all it was cracked up to be.He moaned: “I looked back, and I could see a wake, like a submarine under the water might leave.“The air was tumultuous, filling in as the ship went through it.“Then my eyes went up, and there was impenetrable blackness – the kind I’d seen once in a cave.“It’s blackness that’s almost touchable. There was no spinning stars and the majesty of space.

Wayne Rooney, 36, have been together since they were 16, with their 20-year relationship being the centre of many scandals.The pair put on a very united front as they attended the premiere for their new tell-all documentary, Rooney, which will detail the former footballer's boozy nights and affairs.The loved-up couple were the picture of a happy marriage as they attended the Rooney film premiere this evening.The new documentary will open up about how the very public allegations that have affected their family throughout their 20-year relationship.Coleen went for an all black look tonight, as she wore a fitted blazer with shoulder pads, and a sheer blouse underneath.She styled the blazer with a pair of black fitted trousers with a slit on the ankle, while holding a black velvet Chanel clutch.She wore her brunette tresses swept back in an updo and opted for a smokey eyed makeup look.Meanwhile, Wayne wore a dark blue suit for the occasion, with a white shirt and striped tie.Many friends attended the event with their respective wives and girlfriends.Those that attended include Harry Maguire, Michael Carrick and Phil Bardsley.Wayne spoke candidly about the "mistakes" he has made in his relationship with wife Coleen ahead of the premiere.Speaking to the Mail on Sunday he said: "I used to hold almost everything in and keep it to myself and it would build up.

Liam Neeson has had quite the acting career with nominations for an Academy Award, a British Academy Award, two Tonys and three Golden Globes. The 69-year-old Irish thespian found himself in a bit of a Hollywood renaissance later on in life with the Taken film series, playing a retired CIA agent who will stop at nothing to rescue his kidnapped daughter. Liam is a remarkable father in his personal life as well, raising two sons, Micheál Richardson and Daniel Neeson, with his late wife Natasha Richardson.

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Katie Price was left gobsmacked on Wednesday's third episode of Mucky Mansion as her family surprised her with a room makeover in sweet scenes. During the final instalment of the Channel 4 series, Katie's, 43, sister Sophie, 32, and mum Amy, 70, decided to surprise her by giving her garden room a makeover.

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Rufus Wainwright captured a liberal’s lament with American politics in his dramatic song “Going to a Town.”“I wrote it under Bush Junior, but since Trump’s been elected, it’s kind of come back with a vengeance,” the singer-songwriter says. “The song is a kind of perennial of sorts, so it’s a bit disconcerting.

Unfollow the Rules is about as close to a conventional Rufus Wainwright album as you can imagine. Aside from “You Ain’t Big,” a quick foray into country, he mostly cleaves to his signature brand of piano pop, marked by orchestral flourishes and his characteristically languid vocals.

first opera, “Prima Donna,” is due to stage a new production in Stockholm this fall. “It was an amazing time.

Rufus Wainwright tells NME of his mindset after four months in lockdown. “I seem to keep either encouraging myself or deluding myself that this is all part of the parcel of a brand new scheme of things – whether that’s the world or my career.

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In an effort to support LGBTQ nightlife workers affected by the coronavirus pandemic, the Stonewall Gives Back Initiative partnered with World of Wonder Productions for a live-stream concert on Thursday featuring Rufus Wainwright, Cyndi Lauper, Kristin Chenoweth, Troye Sivan and more. The event was hosted by Michelle Visage and Tyler Oakley, with proceeds going toward an emergency fund for industry workers.

From his new album 'Unfollow The Rules', due out today but delayed by coronavirus

Despite canceled tour dates and a delayed album release, Rufus Wainwright is still working hard in lockdown. Every morning, he takes to his piano at home in Los Angeles for what he has coined his “Robe Recitals,” or “Quarantunes,” where he performs a track from his extensive back catalogue — in a bathrobe — on Instagram.“Even before this pandemic, I would practice every morning in my bathrobe,” smiled Wainwright, speaking before a session earlier this month, adding that the robe was a necessary addition.

A live streamed benefit concert in support of LGBT community night life

The run includes a pair of shows at The London Palladium

"I am proud to be one of the first artists to give a Royal Albert Home concert from my home"

Physical versions of the album are currently "stuck in the warehouse"

The big kahuna among this weekend’s music live-streams is a half-day marathon Saturday being put on by Twitch. The 12 hours of performances on “Twitch Aid” feature a wide array of artists from multiple genres, including Barry Gibb, Luke Combs, Marcus Mumford, Yola, Garth Brooks, Ryan Tedder, Rufus Wainwright, Diplo, Charlie Puth, Ashley McBryde, Steve Aoki, Lindsey Stirling, Lady Antebellum, Brandy Clark, Jordin Sparks, Ingrid Andress, members of Young the Giant and Cage the Elephant, and literally dozens more. (See below for a full list of artists and times. Watch it here.)

"Now it is more important than ever for humanity to come together and realise that we are all one"

"I wish I was speaking figuratively but it was pretty hairy at times"