Olivia Colman visits the IMDb Portrait Studio at Acura House of Energy on location at Sundance 2026 on Jan. 23, 2026, in Park City, Utah. (Mat Hayward/Getty Images for IMDb)
Olivia Colman has opened up about her personal connection to the queer stories she has been a part of.
The actress plays the parent of a nonbinary child in the new film Jimpa. In a recent interview with Them, Colman was asked how it feels to be part of so many stories rooted in the queer community.
“I find the most loving and the most beautiful stories are from that community. And I feel really honored to be welcomed,” Colman said.
The actress, who is married to actor Ed Sinclair, noted she has always felt as though she is “sort of nonbinary.”
“Throughout my whole life, I’ve had arguments with people where I’ve always felt sort of nonbinary,” Colman said. “Don’t make that a big sort of title! But I’ve never felt massively feminine in my being female. I’ve always described myself to my husband as a gay man. And he goes, ‘Yeah, I get that.’ So I do feel at home and at ease. I feel like I have a foot in various camps. I know many people who do.”
Jimpa‘s director, Sophie Hyde, agreed, saying the idea of binaries and gender are problematic.
“The idea of being a woman or womanhood. It doesn’t necessarily fit for all of us. I think these binaries of gender are problematic for many of us. It’s like, how can you fit? There are problems sometimes,” Hyde said.
Colman continued this thought, saying that these binaries limit men, too.
“And men are limited, too, in that — in the expectation they have to live up to. I think with my husband and I, we take turns to be the ‘strong one,’ or the one who needs a little bit of gentleness,” Colman said. “I believe everyone has all of it in them. I’ve always felt like that.”
Olivia Colman visits the IMDb Portrait Studio at Acura House of Energy on location at Sundance 2026 on Jan. 23, 2026, in Park City, Utah. (Mat Hayward/Getty Images for IMDb)
Olivia Colman has opened up about her personal connection to the queer stories she has been a part of.
The actress plays the parent of a nonbinary child in the new film Jimpa. In a recent interview with Them, Colman was asked how it feels to be part of so many stories rooted in the queer community.
“I find the most loving and the most beautiful stories are from that community. And I feel really honored to be welcomed,” Colman said.
The actress, who is married to actor Ed Sinclair, noted she has always felt as though she is “sort of nonbinary.”
“Throughout my whole life, I’ve had arguments with people where I’ve always felt sort of nonbinary,” Colman said. “Don’t make that a big sort of title! But I’ve never felt massively feminine in my being female. I’ve always described myself to my husband as a gay man. And he goes, ‘Yeah, I get that.’ So I do feel at home and at ease. I feel like I have a foot in various camps. I know many people who do.”
Jimpa‘s director, Sophie Hyde, agreed, saying the idea of binaries and gender are problematic.
“The idea of being a woman or womanhood. It doesn’t necessarily fit for all of us. I think these binaries of gender are problematic for many of us. It’s like, how can you fit? There are problems sometimes,” Hyde said.
Colman continued this thought, saying that these binaries limit men, too.
“And men are limited, too, in that — in the expectation they have to live up to. I think with my husband and I, we take turns to be the ‘strong one,’ or the one who needs a little bit of gentleness,” Colman said. “I believe everyone has all of it in them. I’ve always felt like that.”
Brent Smith of Shinedown performs at The Kia Forum on August 03, 2025 in Inglewood, California. (Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
The Rock the Country touring festival has released a statement regarding its scheduled stop in Anderson, South Carolina, for July 25-26, which has now been canceled.
The statement comes after Shinedown, which was set to play the Anderson stop, announced on Feb. 6 that they were no longer playing the festival. The bill was also set to include Creed and rapper Ludacris, who dropped off the bill in January.
“Rock the country was created to unite people together trough music,” reads a post to the Rock the Country Instagram. “Our lineups and our crowds reflect that sentiment — a wide range of voices, backgrounds, and stories that make up this country.”
“We’re truly disappointed we won’t be bringing the show to Anderson,” the post continues. “Our fans work hard for their money, and we refuse to put on a show that doesn’t meet the standard they deserve.”
Rock the Country, which is headlined by Kid Rock and country star Jason Aldean, has garnered controversy due to its association with conservative and MAGA circles. Rock is a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump, and performed at conservative organization Turning Point USA’s counterprogrammed halftime show on Sunday during Bad Bunny’s performance at the Super Bowl.
Shinedown said in their statement, “Our band’s purpose is to unite, not divide.”
“Our focus remains where it’s always been: supporting our artists, honoring our fans, and delivering unforgettable nights throughout the country,” Rock the Country’s statement continues. “The shows ahead represent the heart of what Rock the Country stands for: music, community, and pride in where we come from.”
The festival concludes, “Loving America isn’t political; it’s who we are.”
Oscar-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter on ‘Good Morning America’ on Feb. 9, 2026. (ABC News)
Academy Award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter made history in January when she received an Oscar nomination for best costume design for Sinners.
Carter is already the most nominated Black woman in Oscar history with five nominations, and has won more awards than any other Black woman in Oscar history. But it’s a distinction she says she didn’t aim for when she was younger.
“I didn’t set out to be a Black costume designer or anything like that. I set out to be a great costume designer, and I had such good support along the way,” Carter told Good Morning America on Monday.
Carter likened being a world-class costume designer to being a top-tier athlete.
“There’s a lot of training, a lot of preparation, a lot of study, a lot of research, a lot of sacrifice,” Carter said, while noting, “When you love what you do, you never work a day in your life.”
Carter won her first two Oscars in costume design for her work on the Black Panther series, helmed by filmmaker Ryan Coogler, with whom she teamed up again for his 2025 Oscar-nominated horror film Sinners.
“He’s a maverick,” Carter said of working with Coogler. “He is really a genius, and working with him and seeing his writing and hearing him talk about his passion, everything roots out of passion.”
Carter said she feels “so lucky” for her career longevity and would thank her younger self for staying the course.
“I would thank her, and I would say, ‘You listen to your voice,'” said Carter. “That’s the advice I give to young people, to keep going and listen to that inner voice inside of you telling you that you want to do this, and you want to be good at it.”
Carter said she plans wear one of her own designs to the 98th Academy Awards.
The 2026 Oscars will air March 15 on ABC and Hulu.
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Alex Warren celebrated the one-year anniversary of the release of “Ordinary” Saturday in a unique way: He ate Fruity Pebbles and Cocoa Pebbles out of his bowl-shaped Spotify award for 1 billion streams of the song. The Pebbles Cereal account commented, “we can’t tell what is more iconic, you or you eating our cereal.”
It seems as though Justin Bieber has tapped his wife, Hailey Bieber, to star in a new campaign for his Skylrk brand. He posted a video on Instagram showing Hailey posing in a Skylrk jacket, along with the news that the full campaign will arrive on Friday.
A Levi’s ad during the Super Bowl featured scenes of famous butts wearing Levi’s jeans, including the late George Michael’s iconic booty from his “Faith” video. George’s official Instagram Story reposted the scene from the ad and wrote, “Thanks @levis for giving George’s rear the celebrity it deserves.”
While performing “Sally, When the Wine Runs Out” Sunday night in Sydney, Australia, Role Model delighted fans by bringing out three members of The Wiggles to dance along to the song. At the same festival on Saturday night, the crowd yelled for Chappell Roan to take part in the Australian tradition of doing a “shoey” — which means drinking beer out of a shoe. Her reaction? “No, no, no, no. I wanna talk about being gay instead.”
Grammy-winning “Don’t Know Why” singer Norah Jones is developing a stage musical version of the 1998 Sandra Bullock/Nicole Kidman film Practical Magic. Norah is co-writing the score for the production with noted producer Gregg Wattenberg.
Rep. Thomas Massie arrives for a House vote on the funding bill to reopen the government, February 3, 2026, in Washington. (Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)
(WASHINGTON) — Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, a key member of President Donald Trump’s Cabinet, is facing bipartisan calls to resign over new revelations about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Documents released by the Justice Department late last month show Lutnick remained in contact with Epstein as recently as 2018, years after Epstein pleaded guilty to sex crimes including soliciting prostitution from a minor.
“Look, Howard Lutnick clearly went to the island if we believe what’s in these files. He was in business with Jeffrey Epstein. And this was many years after Jeffrey Epstein was convicted. You know, lightly sentenced, but was convicted for sexual crimes,” Republican Rep. Thomas Massie said on CNN’s “Inside Politics” on Sunday.
“So, he’s got a lot to answer for. But really, he should make life easier on the president, frankly, and just resign,” Massie said.
Massie, along with Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna, led the push for the Justice Department to release its files on Epstein and has since raised questions about the department’s transparency on the matter. Massie, Khanna and other members of Congress on Monday are visiting the Justice Department to view unredacted Epstein documents.
Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia, the ranking Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, wrote on X: “It’s now clear that Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has been lying about his relationship with Epstein. He said he had no interactions with Epstein after 2005, yet we now know they were in business together. Lutnick must resign or be fired. And he must answer our questions.”
Lutnick, who lived next door to Epstein for over a decade, previously suggested he had distanced himself from Epstein back in the mid-2000s prior to Epstein’s conviction in 2008.
“So, I was never in the room with him socially, for business or even philanthropy. If that guy was there, I wasn’t going because he’s gross,” Lutnick said on the “Pod Force One” podcast back in October.
“That’s my story. A one and absolutely done,” Lutnick said.
But one email from Epstein’s schedule for May, 1, 2011, showed plans for drinks with Lutnick.
And in December of 2012, other documents showed Lutnick and his family planned to visit Epstein’s private island. That same month, both Lutnick and Epstein invested in the same business, according to legal documents.
A spokesperson for the Department of Commerce told ABC News on Monday, “Mr. and Mrs. Lutnick met Jeffrey Epstein in 2005 and had very limited interactions with him over the next 14 years.”
The White House stood by Lutnick when asked about the latest reports detailing their relationship.
“President Trump has assembled the best and most transformative cabinet in modern history. The entire Trump administration, including Secretary Lutnick and the Department of Commerce, remains focused on delivering for the American people,” White House spokesman Kush Desai said in a statement.
ABC News Capitol Hill Correspondent Jay O’Brien asked House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, who is leading the panel’s investigation into Epstein, if he plans to add Lutnick to the panel’s list of subpoenas.
“We’re going to try to get these five [subpoenas] nailed down,” Comer said, referring to the individuals the committee has called to testify, including former President Bill Clinton, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, billionaire businessman Les Wexner and others.
“We’ve got a lot of very important people we’re trying to bring in that to answer questions. We don’t want to do anything to jeopardize the five that we have on the books. So we’ll see what happens here, and we’ll move forward,” Comer, a Republican, said.
The chairman added, “We’re interested in talking to anyone that might have any information that would help us get justice for the survivors.”
Democrats, many of whom have begun calling on Lutnick to step down, were also asked if they’d be open to calling Lutnick’s testimony.
“It’s really important for folks to understand that in order for us to subpoena anybody, the majority has to consent. And so while we appreciate that there is bipartisan cooperation in this case, we have a whole list of individuals we would like to subpoena before the committee that they have not consented to,” Rep. Melanie Stansbury, a New Mexico Democrat, said. “Of course, we would like to speak to Secretary Lutnick, and I personally believe that Mr. Lutnick needs to step down immediately.”
Massie, on CNN on Sunday, was asked on CNN on Sunday if Lutnick should come and testify before Congress about Epstein.
“No, he should just resign,” Massie said.
ABC News’ Isabella Murray and Hannah Demissie contributed to this report.
Kirk Franklin, Mannie Fresh, Andra Day and comedian Kevin “KevOnStage” Fredericks are among the artists set to appear at the inaugural FamiLee Day.
Hosted by influencer and food critic Keith Lee, the event will feature food, families and fun, along with musical performances from Kirk, Mannie and Andra. Additional performers and DJs include Subtweet Shawn, DJ RBD, Rude Jude, Ha Sizzle, DJ Keith Scott, Neace Robinson, DJ Arie Spins and Shamar.
The festival aims to celebrate community, give back to the city of New Orleans and support independently owned restaurants.
“New Orleans showed my family and me so much love and that stayed with me,” Lee said in a statement. “FamiLee Day is my way of giving that love back, bringing people together, supporting local businesses, and celebrating the culture and food that makes New Orleans so special.”
FamiLee Day is scheduled for May 16 at UNO Lakefront in New Orleans. Tickets go on sale Tuesday at 10 a.m. CT via famileeday.com.
Pink and Kelly Clarkson perform on ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ (Weiss Eubanks/ ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’)
The Kelly Clarkson Show will be temporarily hosted by a powerhouse pop vocalist who isn’t Kelly Clarkson.
Pink will fill in for Kelly during a special week of episodes starting March 2, in honor of Women’s History Month.
When it was announced on Feb. 2 that the show would be concluding with the current season, it was also revealed that “a few special guest hosts” would be stepping in for Kelly.
Pink’s week of shows will feature surprise performances and “candid conversations with trailblazers in entertainment, alongside everyday people making a difference in their communities,” according to a press release. It will highlight how the show celebrates women who “inspire change, break barriers and uplift one another.”
“The only thing that bums me out about Pink hosting a week of The Kelly Clarkson Show is that I’m not going to be able to be there to watch her,” Kelly said in a statement. “I have been a fan for so long and have always been inspired by her music and her person. I love her!”
“I’ve played stadiums and danced on the side of buildings, but stepping in to guest host for my girl Kelly Clarkson is a brand new feat,” Pink added. “Let’s celebrate women, joy, resilience and whatever else comes our way!”
Kelly announced that she was ending her show so she could “prioritize my kids.”
L-R) Bassist Gerald Casale, singer Mark Mothersbaugh, guitarist Josh Hager, and guitarist Bob Mothersbaugh of Devo perform at PNC Music Pavilion on October 24, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Jeff Hahne/Getty Images)
Devo has added some new dates to their 2026 tour.
The “Whip it” rockers have extended their Mutate, Don’t Stagnate tour until June, with the latest additions beginning June 2 in Indianapolis and wrapping June 13 in Mashantucket, Connecticut.
Tickets for most shows go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. local time.
Devo’s Mutate, Don’t Stagnate tour begins April 3 in Wheatland, California. It includes performances at the Coachella Festival on April 10 and 17.
“We can’t wait to hit the road in 2026 and perform for our fans across the West Coast,” Devo said when the tour was first announced. “It’s incredible to see our music resonate with fans of all ages. From those who’ve been with us since the beginning more than 50 years ago to a whole new generation discovering Devo for the first time.”
They added, “This tour is a celebration for everyone who’s been part of our journey.”
Following the June U.S. shows, Devo will head overseas with The B-52s for two Cosmic De-Evolution tour dates, June 20 in London and June 21 in Manchester.
A complete list of Devo dates can be found at ClubDevo.com.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine delivers remarks during the NCAA Football Championship celebration at Ohio Stadium on January 26, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. (Jason Mowry/Getty Images)
(CLARK COUNTY, Ohio) — Schools and county offices in Ohio’s Clark County received multiple bomb threats targeting the Haitian community on Monday, prompting classes in Springfield to be canceled for the day, according to Gov. Mike DeWine.
There is no credible threat to the public at this time, according to the FBI’s Cincinnati office, which said it is “aware of a number of hoax threats in Central Ohio.”
The emailed threats were directed at schools and public facilities, according to Springfield Mayor Rob Rue. County offices began receiving threats referencing pipe bombs around 7:45 a.m. Monday, DeWine said.
“These are threats that also referenced Haitians,” DeWine said during a press briefing on Monday. “The whole essence of the threats were the Haitians should be out, get rid of the Haitians.”
Duffel bags were found outside the Clark County Municipal Court and Public Safety Building in Springfield, DeWine said.
Police responded and no suspicious devices were found, according to Springfield Police Division Chief Allison Elliott. There are “no substantiated threats to the community,” the chief said in a statement.
The Springfield City School District said it is closing all buildings on Monday “out of an abundance of caution.”
“This is a despicable act,” DeWine said. “It’s caused kids to miss a whole day of school today.”
“We will do whatever we need to do to keep the schools open,” he later said.
Several streets that closed off in downtown Springfield have since reopened, officials said.
The governor said threats were also received in other parts of the state with “similar rhetoric,” but it’s unclear if they were from the same people. The threats were also emailed, according to Elliott.
The FBI is investigating.
“While we have no information to indicate a credible threat, we are currently working with our local, state, and federal law enforcement partners to gather, share, and act upon threat information as soon as it comes to our attention,” the FBI Cincinnati said in a statement.
The region is no stranger to these kinds of threats. In September 2024, several bomb threats rattled Springfield after then-presidential candidate Donald Trump and running mate JD Vance doubled down on false claims that Haitian immigrants were abducting and eating pets.
These latest threats come as the Trump administration fights in court to end Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians.
Addressing Monday’s threats, Rue said the community “has faced a familiar situation that understandably caused concern.”
“I want to be clear, there is no immediate or credible threat to the public at this time,” Rue said in a statement. “These matters are being taken seriously and addressed with the highest level of caution and professionalism.”
