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Jennifer Flavin Stallone files for divorce from Sylvester after 25 years of marriage

August 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Sylvester Stallone and Jennifer Flavin Stallone have split after 25 years together, according to People.

Flavin Stallone, 54, told the magazine she was “sad to announce” that she’s parted ways with the 76-year-old Rocky series star. She added, “While we will no longer be married, I will always cherish the more than 30-year relationship that we shared, and I know we are both committed to our beautiful daughters.”

Flavin Stallone also added, “I ask for privacy for our family as we amicably move forward.”

The pair share three adult children: 20-year-old Scarlet, 24-year-old Sistine and 25-year-old Sophia. Stallone has a son, Seargeoh, from a previous marriage; he’s in his 40s. Stallone’s son Sage died at 36 in 2012.

Incidentally, an anniversary Instagram post in which she celebrated their 25th anniversary has been deleted; Stallone’s remains up.

Two weeks ago, Flavin Stallone posted an Insta photo posing with her daughters, all embracing, with the model and entrepreneur noting, “These girls are my priority. nothing else matters. The 4 of us forever.”

On Monday, the Daily Mail noticed Stallone recently had a bicep tattoo of his now-estranged wife’s face covered up — with that of the mug of his late bullmastiff and former Rocky co-star Butkis.

Michelle Bega, a spokeswoman for the actor, insisted the ink wasn’t indicative of any trouble in paradise.

“Mr. Stallone intended to refresh the tattoo image of his wife Jennifer, however the results were unsatisfactory and, unfortunately, unfixable,” hence the face switch with the pooch, the flack insisted.

“Mr. Stallone loves his family. The Stallones are presently filming a reality show together which will debut on Paramount+,” Bega also told the paper.

Japan to end pre-departure COVID tests for fully vaccinated tourists in September

August 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

(LONDON) — Japan is ending its pre-entry COVID-19 test requirement for fully vaccinated travelers with at least one booster dose, making it one of the last countries to do so.

The country, which has enforced some of the strictest border measures since the pandemic began, had required a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of departure.

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced Wednesday the restrictions will end Sept. 7.

“We plan to gradually ease border controls to allow entry procedures to be as smooth as those of other Group of Seven countries,” Kishida said during a virtual press conference from his official residence, where he is isolating after testing positive for COVID Sunday. “We will speed up our efforts while balancing infection measures and social and economic activities going as much as possible.”

This makes Japan one of the last countries to drop pre-departure testing, with just a few left who are keeping the requirement, such as China and South Korea.

Kishida also announced the isolation period for people who test positive for COVID-19 will be shortened but did not provide specifics. Currently, those with symptoms are required to isolate for 10 days and those without symptoms for seven days.

However, other restrictions in the country will continue to remain in place. Japan will continue its cap of 20,000 daily visitors.

Kishida did say the government is considering increasing the daily cap on travelers next month. Local media reports suggest the government will more than double the cap to 50,000 per day.

So far, only 387,000 people have visited Japan between January and May this year, according to the Japan National Tourism Organization. This pales in comparison to the 31.8 million people who visited the nation in 2019.

Additionally, foreign tourists are only allowed to visit as part of a guided package tour and must apply for a visa. Independent travelers are not yet allowed entry into the country.

Currently, those allowed to enter include Japanese nationals, family members of Japanese residents, international students and certain business travelers.

It is unclear when a full reopening will occur.

The changes come as Japan battles a new wave of COVID-19 infections. According to the World Health Organization, Japan confirmed more than 185,400 cases Tuesday. At the beginning of July, the country was recording just 23,000 new cases.

COVID-19–related deaths have also been increasing. On Tuesday, the country recorded 269 deaths, WHO data shows. Meanwhile, at the beginning of July, Japan was reporting between 10 and 15 deaths per day.

Britney Spears shares extended clip of Elton John collab “Hold Me Closer”

August 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The other day, Sir Elton John performed his forthcoming Britney Spears collab at a popular French restaurant. Now, Britney has shared an extended preview of the song so fans can really hear what it sounds like.

The clip features Britney’s rich vocals as she sings lyrics and melodies from Elton’s 1971 hit “Tiny Dancer” and his 1992 tune “The One.”

Britney also lavished praise onto the legendary hitmaker, writing in a lengthy Instagram caption, “Since most say they are honored TO KNOW ME SO WELL and only want happiness for me … you can bet your bottom dollar that THIS collaboration will heighten my year by joining your brilliant hands of play.”

Britney said, “Sir Elton I did it thanks to your genius, creative, and legendary mind !!! I am so grateful !!!”

Elton quickly commented on the “Toxic” singer’s post: “Can’t wait for everyone to hear what we’ve been working on!”

The two have also shared a snippet of what appears to be the track’s music video. The clip opens to a field of pink roses before a rocket blasts off into the pastel-colored sky.

The British singer also took to his Instagram Story to share a “‘Hold Me Closer’ pop quiz,” where he asked fans how they are feeling about the forthcoming track, if they presaved the song and how excited they are to finally hear it when it comes out on Friday.

The Wanted’s Tom Parker posthumously honored with National Television Award nomination

August 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The Wanted‘s late singer, Tom Parker, has been posthumously nominated for a National Television Award — essentially the U.K.’s version of an Emmy Award — for his documentary Inside my Head.

Parker died of brain cancer in March of this year.

BBC reports the “Glad You Came” singer is up for Best Authored Documentary for his film, which shared an unflinching look at his cancer diagnosis and how he tried treating his brain tumor. In addition, the movie followed Tom as he arranged a star-studded charity concert — of which Ed Sheeran, Liam Payne and more were part of — to benefit Stand Up To Cancer.

The special premiered five months before he died, airing in October 2021.

Also nominated in Parker’s category is Caring for Derek — a film about Good Morning Britain‘s Kate Garraway caring for her husband, Derek Draper, during COVID-19 — as well as a few other documentaries.

Winners are determined by public vote and will be revealed during a ceremony set for September 15 in London.

Parker was diagnosed with an inoperable glioblastoma, a stage 4 brain tumor, in October 2020 after experiencing seizures. He and his band achieved fame in 2012 with their hits “Glad You Came” and “Chasing the Sun.”

Lady A named this year’s recipient of the Nashville Symphony’s “Harmony Award”

August 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Lady A is getting a spotlight at the Nashville Symphony’s annual Symphony Ball this December. The country trio will receive the organization’s “Harmony Award,” an honor presented each year to a Nashville-connected artist, group or industry figure.

According to the Tennesseean, the “Harmony Award” — which celebrates those who “exemplify the harmonious spirit of Nashville’s musical community” — will be presented at the symphony’s fundraising gala, set to take place at Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center.

Others who have won the award in the past include Maren Morris, Kelsea Ballerini and Toby Keith.

Over their years as a band, Lady A has been the recipient of many awards and honors, including recognition for the charitable efforts and contributions to the Nashville community.

Recently, though, the band has kept relatively quiet: They postponed their planned Request Line Tour a year in order to support bandmate Charles Kelley’s decision to get sober.

“So, right now in order to be the healthiest, strongest and most creative band we can be, Lady A will take the time with the support of our families and team of professionals to walk through this together,” the band said in a statement at the time.

The group will receive their award at the Symphony Ball on December 10.

Paula Abdul sprinted down Broadway barefoot to make it to musical on time

August 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Paula Abdul knows what it’s like when people arrive late to her shows — so that may explain why she recently ran down Broadway barefoot to make it to a musical on time.

Page Six reports that the “Straight Up” singer was set to watch MJ: The Musical on Saturday, but she realized she was cutting it a little too close to show time. Eyewitnesses say Paula ripped off her high heels and sprinted down 52nd Street, which is located in New York City’s Midtown area.

According to a source, the speedy 60-year-old singer “made it into her seat seconds before the curtain went up.” She also reportedly screamed “You killed it!” to lead Myles Frost, who portrays Michael Jackson in the stage production.

MJ: The Musical is playing on Broadway’s Neil Simon Theatre. Apparently, Beyoncé and Jay-Z also saw the musical that day. But, unlike Paula, the pair were fashionably late. Apparently, the couple chose to head into the venue when the lights were off so they wouldn’t cause a scene.

The pair also dipped after the curtain fell and rushed into their waiting SUV. As for the former American Idol judge, she chatted up the cast and gave them hugs.

It should be noted Paula was discovered by the Jackson family and was hired to help choreograph Janet Jackson‘s music videos.

‘Jay Leno’s Garage’ revs up Elon Musk, Kelly Clarkson, Post Malone and more for season 7

August 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Jay Leno’s Garage is revving up for its seventh season, and it’s as packed with Hollywood horsepower as it is the vehicular kind.

The CNBC Prime celebration of all things cars will once again take a peek into stars’ garages, and this year guests will include Elon Musk, Post Malone, Stranger Things’ Gaten Matarazzo and Kelly Clarkson.

This season is dedicated to electric vehicles, with Oscar-winning actress — and Nissan pitch woman — Brie Larson kicking things off in the season premiere, putting Jay through his paces both on the track and in a wind tunnel so he can fly like the Captain Marvel star.

The new season will also feature Pitbull, Jamie Lee Curtis, James Marsden and former NASCAR driver Danica Patrick, among other guests.

Jay Leno’s Garage returns Wednesday, September 7, at 10 p.m.

Miranda Lambert + hubby Brendan McLoughlin step out at the PBR Ariat Music City Knockout

August 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The Professional Bull Riders organization brought its Ariat Music City Knockout to downtown Nashville for two nights this week, and they had at least one major country star in the audience.

Miranda Lambert posted a selfie from the crowd, decked out in cowboy getup befitting her Texas roots and recent single, “If I Was a Cowboy.”

With her in the audience was husband Brendan McLoughlin, who seemed to be enjoying himself just as much as his superstar wife, even if he doesn’t have quite the same Western-leaning background. Brendan hails from New York City and is a former NYPD officer.

The pair frequently turn out for industry events together, however: Miranda has said that Brendan loves the glamor of being at awards shows and on red carpets, and he never minds getting gussied up to play the role of arm candy to his superstar wife.

Earlier this summer, the pair wrapped a trip out West in their Airstream camper, which they dubbed “The Sheriff.” Both Miranda and Brendan documented the trip on their social media accounts.

Keith Urban, Tim McGraw + more feature on Rita Wilson’s ‘Now & Forever: Duets’ album

August 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Keith Urban, Tim McGraw and Willie Nelson are just a few of the featured collaborators joining Rita Wilson for her new ‘70s cover album, Now & Forever: Duets.

The track list features a span of guest vocalists from a variety of different genres — for example, Smokey Robinson and Elvis Costello each get a feature — but country music is especially well represented. Jimmie Allen and Vince Gill also join Rita for a track.

According to Billboard, Rita chose to focus on ‘70s covers because of the personal significance the decade holds for her.

“I wanted to honor where I came from with songs from the ’70s,” the singer explained. “It was really about showing enormous appreciation for the songwriting of that period — how these songs are still relevant even though they’re 50 years old. This album is really a continuation of sharing who I am musically, and what it is that I want to say.”

Now & Forever is due out September 27.

Harry Styles wrote an original song for ’Don’t Worry Darling’

August 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Harry Styles does more than star in the psychological thriller Don’t Worry Darling; he soundtracked a part of it, too.

Director Olivia Wilde revealed to Variety the “As It Was” hitmaker wrote a “sweet and creepy” original song just for the film. The tune has been dubbed the “trigger song,” which Florence Pugh‘s character, Alice, hums to herself for unknown reasons.

“In prep, Harry called me and said, ‘What’s the trigger song? Like, what’s the melody?'” Wilde recalled. “I said, ‘I don’t know. I’m going to [ask] different writers to write it. Do you have anything in mind?'”

Harry told her he’d “think about it” — but apparently he didn’t have to think too hard. “Five minutes later, he sent me a demo from his piano, and it was what ended up in the film,” Wilde revealed. “He called me and said, ‘What about this?’ And I was like, ‘Yeah, that’s it. That’s it. And that’s really insane that you did that in five minutes.'”

Harry went on to explain his vision for the song, saying he “wanted something that could be both sweet and creepy, entirely dependent on the context.”

“I remember first playing it on the piano, and it had a sort of homemade nursery rhyme feel to it. Applied to the different moments in the film, I think it takes on a couple of different lives — I hope,” the Grammy winner added.

While Harry won’t show off his vocal talents in the upcoming thriller, he does get to demonstrate his fancy footwork. “’Twas I, tap-dancing,” he cracked. “I feel like I’ve been waiting for someone to require a 35-second tap routine from me my whole life.”

Don’t Worry Darling arrives in theaters on September 23.

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