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Theatre pioneer Jatinder Verma: ‘I was simply not wanted’

Image copyright Talulah Sheppard Image caption Jatinder Veerma says the push for diversity must continue at full strength Forty-two years ago Jatinder Verma and some friends decided it was time Britain had an Asian theatre company. Now, as Verma prepares to hand over Tara Arts to a new artistic director, he says true diversity in […]

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Brad Pitt Calls Ex Jennifer Aniston A ‘Good Friend’ At Golden Globes

It seems like two famous exes are officially “Friends” again. Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston — who were married from 2000 to 2005 — were both nominated for Golden Globes Sunday night for their roles in “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” and “The Morning Show,” respectively. And since Aniston announced she separated from husband

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American rapper Ludacris becomes Gabonese citizen

Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Ludacris has won three Grammy awards African-American rapper and actor Ludacris has become the latest US celebrity to take the nationality of an African country. Ludacris, whose real name is Christopher Brian Bridges, celebrated Christmas and rang in the New Year in Gabon, where he received the citizenship. The

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As Weinstein’s Trial Begins, His Accusers Call Out Bad Men For Making Comebacks

As the criminal trial of disgraced movie mogul and accused serial sexual abuser Harvey Weinstein began Monday, more than 20 of the now 100 women who have spoken out about his alleged abuse gathered near the courthouse in New York, calling out his defenders in Hollywood and the pattern of accused and admitted sexual predators

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Jonathan Coe’s Brexit-themed novel among Costa Book Award winners

Image copyright Costa Book Awards 2019 Jonathan Coe’s book Middle England, which takes a humorous look at life in Britain before and after the Brexit referendum, has been named the best novel of 2019 at the Costa Book Awards. The book was described by the prize’s judges as “the perfect novel for now”. Award organisers

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Brad Pitt Cracks ‘Titanic’ Joke While Thanking Leonardo DiCaprio At Golden Globes

Brad Pitt made quite a colossal joke about “Titanic” on Sunday night. At the 77th annual Golden Globe Awards, Pitt won for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture for his portrayal of Cliff Booth in “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.” During his acceptance speech, he teased co-star Leonardo DiCaprio with

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Golden Globe Awards: Michelle Williams praised for women’s rights speech

Image copyright Reuters Michelle Williams has been praised by fellow actors after giving an impassioned speech about women’s rights at Sunday’s Golden Globe Awards. The 39-year-old made the comments, which alluded to abortion, after picking up one of the acting awards. “I wouldn’t have been able to do this without employing a woman’s right to

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See Bill & Ted With Their Daughters In ‘Bill & Ted Face The Music’

Call it “Bill & Ted, The Next Generation.” “Bill & Ted Face The Music,” the hopefully bodacious third entry for Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter in their rock ‘n’ roll lunkhead franchise, recently released a photo of Winter’s Bill and Reeves’ Ted with their onscreen daughters. (See it below.) The still picture shows the four

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Harvey Weinstein appears in New York court for sex assault trial

Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionUsing a walking frame, Harvey Weinstein arrives for his trial on sexual assault charges Film producer Harvey Weinstein has appeared in court in Manhattan to face charges of rape and sexual assault. He has been accused of sexual misconduct by more than 80 women, but faces charges

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Russell Wilson’s ‘Class’ Words To Eagles Coach Put Seahawks’ Win In Perspective

Instead of just exchanging “good game” pleasantries, Wilson expressed concern for Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz, who left the game a few plays after a controversial but unpenalized hit from Seattle’s Jadeveon Clowney. “Carson OK?” Wilson asked. The brief encounter was watched by millions of fans on Twitter, many of whom applauded Wilson for a “class” move. 

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