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‘The Girl from Ipanema’ singer Astrud Gilberto dead at 83

Astrud Gilberto, the Brazilian singer, songwriter and entertainer whose off-hand, English-language cameo on “The Girl from Ipanema” made her a worldwide voice of bossa nova, has died at age 83. Musician Paul Ricci, a family friend, confirmed that she died Monday. He did not provide additional details. Born in Salvador, Read More

Is Abel able? Sam Rubin questions The Weeknd’s acting in ‘The Idol’

After reshoots and scandalous articles, HBO’s “The Idol” debuted its first episode. The drama stars Lily-Rose Depp as the struggling pop star Jocelyn, who gets into a relationship with Tedros, a self-help guru and “contemporary cult leader,” played by Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye. Tesfaye is one of the show’s creators Read More

Directors Guild of America reaches tentative agreement with studios, streaming services; avoids strike 

The Directors Guild of America reached a tentative deal with Hollywood studios late Saturday night.  The three-year agreement is between the DGA, Hollywood studios and top streaming companies.  Directors were pushing for streaming residual payments based on how many subscribers were streaming their show from around the world.  Also included Read More