Singer-songwriter Andrea Martin - who wrote songs for Monica, En Vogue and SWV - passes away at 49

Tasmanian Liberals have named Jeremy Rockliff as the state’s next Premier. Michael Ferguson will be the Deputy Premier.While Rockliff has a record of voting for marriage equality and other pro-LGBTQI laws, Ferguson has been known to have opposed and voted against laws for LGBTQI equality.In November 2015, Tasmania was the third state after New South Wales and Western Australia to pass an in-principle motion in support of same-sex marriages. Rockliff and then Premier Will Hodgman had voted for the Greens-sponsored motion that passed the House 15-9.In a speech in Parliament during the debate on the motion, Rockliff said that he had been a supporter of marriage equality for a few years and welcomed “the opportunity to express my views for the first time publicly, and I’m absolutely unequivocally in favour of same-sex marriage equality.”“I believe very firmly that those who are committed and in a loving relationship should have the ability by law and the eyes of the law in society that if they have chosen a significant other to spend the rest of their lives with then they should be able to get married.

Vulnerable people are waiting days for emergency Covid medicine when they should be contacted within 24 hours, a patient said. The 37-year-old dad from Heaton Chapel claims he was forced to chase the treatment multiple times after reporting his positive test to the NHS on the same day.

A family missed their Barcelona flight to celebrate a Ruby wedding anniversary due to Manchester Airport queues - and say they had to fork out £614 for new tickets to salvage their trip. Mike Turner, 41, had travelled to the hub from Stockport with his husband Luke Hartbottle and parents Tom and Marie Turner, on a special holiday to celebrate 40 years since their marriage. The easyJet tickets, he says, had set him back around £630.

A driver has been left infuriated after his car was stolen from a Bolton NCP - before his calls for help were not returned. Dad-to-be Jamie Hoole parked up his Ford Fiesta ST at the Deane Road multi-storey car park at 12.56pm last Thursday (March 31), believing the building was safe for his pride and joy.

She's due to give birth to her second child soon.And Katherine Schwarzenegger made sure to fit in some time to pamper herself ahead of her new challenging schedule as a mother-of-two as she stopped by a nail salon in Pacific Palisades on Thursday afternoon.The 32-year-old author appeared to be ready for the spring season wearing a breezy black dress which showed off peeks of her growing baby bump as the expectant mother strolled down a sunny street in Southern California. Out and about: Katherine Schwarzenegger made sure to fit in some time to pamper herself ahead of her new challenging schedule as a mother-of-two as she stopped by a nail salon in Pacific Palisades on Thursday afternoonKatherine rocked a long black maxi dress with a ruffled hem paired with white leather sandals as she stepped out in the affluent neighborhood near the Pacific Ocean.

Kim Kardashian and sister Khloe Kardashian were total bombshells as they arrived to the premiere of their family's new Hulu Series, The Kardashians, at Goya Studios in Los Angeles on Thursday night.Kim, 41, whoarrived to the screening holding hands with her boyfriendPete Davidson, slipped her famous curves into a skintight silver gown that showcased her ample cleavage and famous derriere.Meanwhile, Khloe wowed in a low-cut nude gown with a cut-out corset top, matching heels and a pair of oversized sunglasses for the event. Bombshell behavior:Kim Kardashian and sister Khloe Kardashian were total bombshells as they arrived to the premiere of their family's new Hulu Series, The Kardashians, at Goya Studios in Los Angeles on Thursday nightKim couldn't keep her eyes off Pete as she prepared to walk the red carpet in her plunging gown with a daring slit up in the back.The 41-year-old reality star wore her chocolate brown tresses in a romantic updo with a few strands cascading down the sides of her face.

Bob Odenkirk was front and center on the red carpet at Thursday's premiere of Better Call Saul in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Legion Theater for the AMC show's sixth and last season.Odenkirk, 59, looked dapper in a navy blue suit with a black button-up top and black shoes.The veteran actor, who plays Jimmy McGill on the series and Saul Goodman on its predecessor Breaking Bad, had his hair neatly combed back as he posed with co-stars at the debut for the show's final season. The latest:Bob Odenkirk, 59, was front and center on the red carpet at Thursday's premiere of Better Call Saul in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Legion Theater for the AMC show's sixth and last seasonOdenkirk is less than a year removed from suffering a heart attack last July as he was filming Better Call Saul in New Mexico, and was subsequently rushed to a nearby hospital.In February, Odenkirk spoke with The New York Times about the harrowing incident, recalling how it happened after an all-day shoot on the AMC series.

Ryan Phillippe ditched his shirt as temperatures were on the rise in Los Angeles, while heading out for a run.The 47-year-old actor was spotted going on shirtless run around Griffith Park in Los Angeles.The MacGruber showed off his toned frame as he took a brisk jog on a sweltering Thursday afternoon that saw temperatures in the mid-90s. Run:Ryan Phillippe ditched his shirt as temperatures were on the rise in Los Angeles, while heading out for a runRyan stepped out for his run with maroon shorts and no-shirt, showing off his muscular frame and several tattoos on his chest and arms.He kept the blistering sun out of his eyes with black aviator-style sunglasses, listening to some tunes with white AirPods in his ears.

Scout Willis showed off quite a bit of skin as shetraipsed around Los Angeles on Thursday.The actress, 30, donned a black button-front tank top that showcased her toned midriff.She styled the skimpy top with a sexy black miniskirt and a pair of quirky butterfly patterned cowboy boots. Sizzling:Scout Willis showed off quite a bit of skin as she traipsed around Los Angeles on ThursdayWillis showcased her flawless complexion by going makeup-free for the her solo outing.

Hilary Rhoda took to Instagram on Thursday to share her gratitude for birthday wishes in a bikini.The 34-year-old model showed her flat abs in a pink Devin Windsor two-piece while also wearing a Cuyana wide brim summer hat in a selfie.'Thank you for the birthday wishes yesterday! it’s 90° in LA this week and I just laid out in the sun like it was 2004,' Hilary wrote in the caption for her roughly 451,000 followers. Pink bikini:Hilary Rhoda took to Instagram on Thursday to share her gratitude for birthday wishes in a pink bikiniThe Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue model and husband Sean Avery, 41, have 20-month-old son Nash together.Hilary announced in November 2013 that she was engaged to the former National Hockey League player and they got married in October 2015 in New York.

Gloria Estefan and her husband Emilio were honored with the Legend and Groundbreaker Award during Variety's inaugural Miami Entertainment Town breakfast in Miami, Florida on Monday afternoon.The 64-year-old Cuban singer, who has earned three Grammys over herfive-decade-long career, and spouse,69, were recognized for bringing the sound of their native Cuba to the American mainstream.Additionally, the longtime couple were applauded for helpingpave the way for the crossover explosion of Latin music of the late Nineties until today in front of a star-studded crowd that included the cast of The Real Housewives of Miami. Power couple: Gloria Estefan and her husband Estefan were honored with the Legend and Groundbreaker Award during Variety's inaugural Miami Entertainment Town breakfast in Miami, Florida on Monday afternoon The Music of My Heart singer was dressed to impress for the occasion as she rocked a bright red skirt suit with a black blouse and a coordinating pair of strappy platform shoes with a floral heel.

Former child star Joey King flashed her underboob cleavage while wearing a tiny nude bra-top with matching pants and a faux fur coat in a paid partnership post she shared on Thursday.The 22-year-old Emmy nominee - who boasts 37M social media followers - was modeling Fendi's yellow petite 'Peekaboo ISeeU' bag, and she captioned her slideshow: 'My favorite pop of color!'Joey's Instagram post received glowing comments from her Kissing Booth co-star Molly Ringwald and The Girl from Plainville actress Elle Fanning. '#ad':Former child star Joey King flashed her underboob cleavage while wearing a tiny nude bra-top with matching pants and a faux fur coat in a paid partnership post she shared on ThursdayThe Italian luxury fashion house charges $3,150 for the purse, which is made from 100% lamb leather - not sheep, lamb.It was ironic how much Kevin Smith's daughter Harley Quinn gushed over King considering she's such an outspoken vegan that her Instagram bio reads: 'A friend to all animals.' The In Between producer-star is newly engaged after News & Documentary Emmy-nominated DP Steven Piet popped the question on February 2 at Joshua Tree National Park after three years of dating.Jewelry designer Mark Broumand told Seventeen he estimated the Mociun-made three-carat oval diamond engagement ring could've cost Joey's 30-year-old personal photographer about $120K.

Lori Harvey showed off her chiseled physique in a skimpy bikini on Instagram this Thursday.Sharing a brief clip with her 4.3million followers, the 25-year-old model appeared in an orange and purple floral two-piece.For the sizzling footage, Lori struck several poses while Beyonce, Jay-Z and Childish Gambino's song Mood 4 Eva played overtop. Bikini babe:Lori Harvey showed off her chiseled physique in a skimpy bikini on Instagram this ThursdayThe daughter of Steve Harvey added some impressive bling to her ensemble including a set of gold necklaces and matching hoop earrings.

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Andrea Martin was an R&B singer and songwriter who wrote hits for artists including Toni Braxton, Monica, and En Vogue.Martin was best known for her songwriting, with hits including “I Love Me Some Him” for Toni Braxton and “Before you Walk Out of My Life” for Monica. Often working with her writing partner, Ivan Matias, Martin also wrote En Vogue’s Soul Train Award-winning single “Don’t Let Go (Love)” as well as Angie Stone’s “Wish I Didn’t Miss You” and Leona Lewis’ “Better in Time.” Also a recording artist, Martin had moderate success with her own singles, “Let Me Return the Favor” and “Share the Love” in the late 1990s.

the statement read. “Andrea will always be remembered for her passion and dedication to her family and friends.