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Leeds United on Sunday was met with an outpouring of emotion from fans – and not all of it was directed towards the outgoing manager.Bielsa was sacked after Saturday’s 4-0 defeat by Tottenham left Leeds precariously placed in 16th position, two points above the relegation zone.The Argentine has been hugely successful with the Whites since taking over in June 2018, bringing them up from the Championship before securing ninth place last season.Leeds’ decision to let him go has sparked plenty of debate online, despite the team losing their last four games by an aggregate score of 17-2."This has been the toughest decision I have had to make during my tenure at Leeds United, taking into account all the success Marcelo has had at the club," said chairman Andrea Radrizzani.What Radrizzani didn’t address – but many fans did – was the fate of a familiar face: Bielsa’s interpreter.Andres Clavijo has endeared himself to fans by standing by Bielsa’s side in post-match interviews over the past three and a half years.Clavijo is the first team performance analyst at Leeds, but his grasp of Spanish and English has seen him take up a more prominent role.HAVE YOUR SAY! Who should Leeds appoint as their next manager? Comment below.His day job at Leeds means he surely won’t be following Bielsa out of the door at Elland Road, but his days of translating may well be behind him.Some Leeds fans felt the need to pay tribute to Leeds’ unsung hero on Saturday.“Ahh man, I’ll miss this iconic duo,” one fan wrote alongside a picture of Bielsa and Clavijo.“Naturally everyone upset about Marcelo Bielsa but spare a thought for Andres Clavijo his translator - thanks for your hardwork translating Marcelo's thoughts.” wrote one Leeds supporter.Want to be

A former Miss Grand Ukraine has been pictured holding an assault rifle.

Charles Bronson has a “close relationship” with a former model and enjoys letters and video calls with her from behind bars.The lag, who is known for crimes including attacks on other inmates and armed robbery, met Gemma Fernandez in December when she paid a visit to HMP Woodhill, in Milton Keynes.A source in the prison told The Mirror: “They’re very close. She had her first visit in December.

Ukraine. Russia has launched a full-scale offensive on the country, with air strikes and troops mobilising on the ground.

Parents were fuming after a drag queen was invited to teach primary school children as part of a diversity celebration.Dolly Trolley taught kids aged nine and above a dance before reading to pupils aged as young as five.The lessons at Hollymount Primary School in Raynes Park, south London, were part of its week-long diversity programme.But one mum raged: “We were not warned that this was going to be happening.“We have since looked Dolly up online and they have some very inappropriate – for children – content on their website and their social-media pages.“Some of the images are very revealing and sexual.

Luke Bryan has had the time of his life performing in Las Vegas of late, but like all good things, it's come to an end.MORE: Luke Bryan receives outpour of love as he shares bittersweet messageLuckily for the American Idol star, he will be back in June, but that didn't stop him from paying a heartfelt tribute to his time there so far.Following his last show on Saturday, the music icon posted a montage of video clips from the experience at Resort World, including photos of him meeting his fans.VIDEO: Luke Bryan calls on fans for help after incident in Las Vegas Alongside it, he wrote: "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas… it might be the last night of my first run at @resortworldlv, but I'll be back soon! See y'all there."MORE: Luke Bryan's home in Nashville has an emotional backstory - detailsMORE: Luke Bryan leaves fans thrilled with exciting career newsFans were quick to show their support for the country singer, with one writing: "Just WOW!" while another wrote: "You were awesome! Hope there are many more nights in Vegas." A third added: "Your show was so awesome, I so want to see you again in June!"A post shared by Luke Bryan Official (@lukebryan)Luke Bryan bid farewell to Las Vegas - for now - ahead of the start of American IdolLuke will be back in June, where he will kick off his Las Vegas residency again, but for now, he will be busy working alongside his co-judges Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, as the new series of American Idol kicks off on Sunday night.MORE: Luke Bryan's children star in emotional new videoMORE: Luke Bryan leaves fans in shock over generous offerThe trio will be on the lookout for the next big name in music, on the show that has seen the likes of Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson and Carrie

Steven Spielberg managed (rather unsurprisingly) to breathe new life into a beloved classic with his extravagant retelling of the cult-favorite musical, whichdepicts a beautifully tragic tale of rivalry and forbidden love on the streets of Manhattan's Upper West Side. (the 2021 version) proved — much like its predecessor — to be a hit among Academy members, with Spielberg's vibrant remake racking up a total of 7 Oscar nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director.

In their prayers. Amid the Russian invasion of several Ukrainian cities, many of Maksim Chmerkovskiy’s Dancing With the Stars friends and loved ones are sharing their support for the dancer, who is still in Kyiv as the unrest continues.

Tom Holland is making his support for his girlfriend Zendaya known! On Sunday, the star shared a picture of her look from Saturday night’s53rd Annual NAACP Image Awards. “Last night for the NAACP Image Awards in this beautiful 1956 @balmain ♥️ @luxurylaw,” the 25-year-old captioned the picture. “Shot on my Leica M10, with the help of @mills.stills,.”  In the photo, Zendaya gazes towards the sky while she shows off the green strapless top with the flowing burgundy skirt.

She's playing the iconic 'bunny boiler' character Alex Forrest in the stage production Fatal Attraction, but Kym Marsh looked the picture of marital bliss as she left Manchester Opera House with her hubby.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorSouth by Southwest Conference and Festivals has announced that Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg; author and host of the New York Times podcast “Together Apart” Priya Parker in conversation with Anand Giridharadas; and writer and author Charles Yu as Keynote Speakers, along with a new round of Featured Speakers for SXSW Online.The virtual event takes place from March 16-20, 2021.Buttigieg, Parker, and Yu join the Keynote lineup that includes previously-announced sessions from entrepreneur, political leader and author Stacey Abrams in a Keynote conversation with author N.K.

st day, of the 21st year, of the 21st century,” as Rowland wrote in an Instagram caption last month, she welcomed her second son, Noah Jon, with husband Tim Weatherspoon. Now, on the 19th day of the second month of the year, she’s released her fifth album, “K.”“I felt like I was going to be in trouble,” Rowland tells ESSENCE laughing as she remembers bracing for fans to be disappointed her big announcement this past October was that she was expecting a baby versus releasing a new EP.

Viola Davis and Stacey Abrams know how to harness their power.These bold, towering figures may come from vastly different professional backgrounds, but the outspoken women share much in common, not the least of which is giving voice to pertinent issues in their respective fields and attaining success in their careers against all odds.Their primary connection, however, lies within their core principles.

Variety.Speaking on Carey, who released her memoir, “The Meaning of Mariah Carey,” in September and premiered her Magical Christmas Special” on Apple TV+ this past December, Robertson continued, “Given a career of her magnitude, we really could have done it anytime. At this point, she’s more than earned the right to be recognized at some point.

Angelique Jackson The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) has selected Mariah Carey, George C. Wolfe, Stacey Abrams’s “All In” and Netflix as its special achievement award honorees for the 12th annual AAFCA Awards.Carey will receive the Innovator Award, while Wolfe earns the Salute to Excellence.

Gallery: Kelly Rowland at 40: 10 things you didn’t know about the Destiny’s Child star (BANG Showbiz)“Much like a professional dancer, when it comes to the art, she’s a machine. It’s everything around her that’s insane.

Kelly Rowland gave her three-week-old newborn son Noah a starring role in her new music video for Black Magic.The 40-year-old songbird could be seen laughing with joy as she cradled her baby, making sure to keep his face away from the camera.Noah got a kiss on the forehead from his six-year-old big brother Titan in the video, which is a tribute to talented black people in many fields. Baby mine:Kelly Rowland gave her three-week-old newborn son Noah a starring role in her new music video for Black MagicKelly shares both her sons with her husband Tim Weatherspoon, who was her manager before they were a married couple.The music video includes footage of Kelly dancing in a stylish striped robe with a sky blue pattern against a hedge.

Television’s wackiest extreme sports competition is returning to TV, with a new network and new hosts, and fans now have a first look at the new revival.

 Kelly Rowland  is living her best life with both of her kids right by her side.The 40-year-old mom welcomed her second child with husband Tim Weatherspoon, son Noah Jon, on January 21.

Stacey Abrams will headline South by Southwest as a keynote speaker, event organizers announced Thursday morning. The Democratic politician and voting rights activist will sit for a conversation with writer N.K.

With its film line-up previously announced, the SXSW Film Festival has unveiled its keynote and a very robust second round of featured speakers. This year’s online edition of SXSW kicks off on March 16 and continues through March 20.