Michael Bublé teases Justin Bieber over his Tim Hortons partnership

Michael Bublé teases Justin Bieber over his Tim Hortons partnership
Michael Bublé teases Justin Bieber over his Tim Hortons partnership
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Justin Bieber‘s partnership with Tim Hortons is finally here, but it appears one of his fellow Canadians isn’t all that impressed.  Michael Bublé poked fun at the “Peaches” singer on Monday when telling the coffee chain why they should have partnered with him instead.

The video coincided with the arrival of Justin’s three new Timbit — or donut hole — flavors. For Justin’s Timbiebs, he whipped up a chocolate white fudge flavor as well as a sour cream chocolate chip and a birthday cake waffle offering.  

The Grammy winner previously said working with Tim Hortons “has always been a dream of mine” — but Michael aims to give him a rude awakening.

“Timbiebs, I get it.  It’s cute. I feel like it’s a bit of a missed opportunity,” the singer remarked.  He then mused over what he’d call his own line of Timbits and asked, “I mean, no one thought about Bublé balls or Bublé bits?”

Hilarious realization then dawns on Michael’s face about why those names would never work.

He captioned the video, “Congrats @JustinBieberon ur #Timbiebs. Hoping @TimHortons slides into my DM’s. I have a flavour in mind for my #Bublébits #Honeydippedcinnamonmaple.”

This isn’t the first time Michael has taken a swipe at a fellow Canadian.  In September, he called out Ryan Reynolds when the Deadpool star showed off his singing capabilities — causing the crooner to have a fake nervous breakdown because Ryan may be coming for his job.

“It’s taken me a solid week to process this discovery,” Michael captioned the video, which features him breathing into a paper bag and throwing a temper tantrum.

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Toto to kick off Dogz of Oz world tour in February

Toto to kick off Dogz of Oz world tour in February
Toto to kick off Dogz of Oz world tour in February
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Toto is already scheduled to join Journey for a tour in April of 2022, but the band has just announced a series of headlining appearances before that.

The Dogz of Oz World Tour kicks off in Las Vegas on February 25; tickets go on sale to the general public this Friday, December 3 at 10 a.m.  After the band wraps up its stint with Journey, it’ll head to Europe in July and August for a series of festival dates, as well as regular concerts.

The tour features the newest Toto lineup: Founding member Steve Lukather and longtime member Joseph Williams, plus new members John Pierce, Robert “Sput” Searight and Steve Maggiora, who are joining existing members Xavier Taplin and Warren Ham.

In a statement, guitarist Steve Lukather says of the tour, “We’ll be selecting a broader mix from the Toto catalog that includes deep cuts, the hits, and tunes from Joe’s and my recently released solo albums. Both of ushttps://totoofficial.com/ could not be more thrilled with the global response to these records.”

Lukather notes that currently, he and Williams are the “only long-tenured members of the band that want to be on the road continuing to bring music to our multi-generational fan base,” adding that it’s “something I’ll never stop doing.”

Williams adds of Lukather, “I can’t think of anyone else on Earth I’d rather launch the next chapter with than with this lifelong, loyal and gifted friend and band mate. We’re the last men standing…The Dogz of Oz.”

Visit TotoOfficial.com for a full list of tour dates.

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Just let him “Adore You”: Harry Styles launches his Pleasing beauty line

Just let him “Adore You”:  Harry Styles launches his Pleasing beauty line
Just let him “Adore You”:  Harry Styles launches his Pleasing beauty line
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Fans dying to get their hands on Harry Styles‘ new beauty line are in luck!  Just in time for the holidays, Harry launched Pleasing’s online store that offers an array of stocking stuffers.

“I started Pleasing to collaborate with people who inspire me, and to explore ideas that go beyond music,” the Grammy winner announced Monday. “I hope you love it as much as I do. It’s for you, it’s just the beginning.”

So far, only five products for nails and skin are for sale.  The polishes come in a pearl theme: a white color called Perfect Pearl, a black and blue hue called Inky Pearl, a pastel called Granny’s Pink Pearls and a top coat called Pearly Tops. Individual polishes are priced at $20 or a set of four goes for $65.  

The “Adore You” singer has your eyes and lips covered with The Pleasing Pen, priced at $30.  The pen, which has a steel ball roller on each end, is filled with two different serums meant to refresh and hydrate skin.  

The singer also released the Pearlescent Illuminating Serum, for $35, which bundles its moisturizing formula into little dissolving beads.

Pleasing’s website also takes an alternative approach when fans are redirected to its front page.  Instead of showing off new arrivals or advertising a sale, it features a tranquil, black and white video of the ocean.  Fans can either scroll down to view all the products or visit the website’s collections page.

Harry first announced his beauty line earlier this month, telling Dazed magazine that he wants his products to help consumers “feel beautiful” and create “little moments of joy” for them.

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Living jingle: Kim Fields tackles the holidays in the Great Outdoors tonight in ‘Adventures in Christmasing’

Living jingle: Kim Fields tackles the holidays in the Great Outdoors tonight in ‘Adventures in Christmasing’
Living jingle: Kim Fields tackles the holidays in the Great Outdoors tonight in ‘Adventures in Christmasing’
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Former Living Single star and Upshaws lead Kim Fields can be seen tonight on VH1’s holiday movie Adventures in Christmasing.

Kim co-wrote the movie, in which she stars opposite Adrian Holmes as a fish out of water.

“It’s a wonderful adventure where I play a talk show host, a very successful talk show host,” Kim explains, “and an equally successful host of a survivor adventure show invites me to be on his show. And to have a holiday adventure out in the wild.”

She adds with a laugh, “And of course, things go sideways. Things go left.” 

Some of that “sideways” includes very Man Vs. Wild-like gags, including fending off wildlife and rappelling off a helicopter, a stunt the stars did themselves. 

Adventures in Christmasing was directed by Bobbi Kristina‘s Rhonda Baraka, who called the shots on Kim’s last holiday movie, 2019’s You Light Up My Christmas.

Check out the movie at 9 p.m. tonight on VH1.

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Kanye West dedicates Sunday Service to the late Louis Vuitton artistic director Virgil Abloh

Kanye West dedicates Sunday Service to the late Louis Vuitton artistic director Virgil Abloh
Kanye West dedicates Sunday Service to the late Louis Vuitton artistic director Virgil Abloh
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Kanye West celebrated the life of the late Virgil Abloh by dedicating his Sunday Service to the Louis Vuitton artistic director.

Kanye and Virgil worked together for many years, dating back when they were interns for Fendi in 2009. Both grew up in Chicago, and Abloh previously served as a creative director for West. He designed the cover for Kanye and Jay-Z‘s 2011 album, Watch the Throne.

“In loving memory of Virgil Abloh, the creative director of Donda,” the screen read at the service, according to Billboard. As previously reported. Abloh passed away Sunday after a private two-year battle with cardiac angiosarcoma, a rare, aggressive form of cancer. He was 41.

A choir performed Adele‘s “Easy on Me” from her new 30 album, and added new lyrics in honor of Abloh.

In a reworked first verse, they sang: “I know your love flows like a river/ And I could wash myself in it forever/ I know there is hope in these waters/ But I can’t bring myself to swim/ When I am drowning in my sin.”

“Go easy on me, father,” Ye’s choir harmonized on the reworked “Easy on Me” chorus. “I am still your child/ And I need a chance to/ Feel your love around.”

Abloh, was the founder of fashion brand Off-White and the first African American to serve as artistic director for Louis Vuitton.

Numerous stars paid tribute to Abloh. Drake posted a photo of the two of them and commented. “My plan is to touch the sky 1000 more times for you. Love you eternally brother. Thank you for everything.”

Pharrell Williams wrote, “My heart is broken. Virgil you were a kind, generous, thoughtful, creative genius.”

“This is a devastating loss to culture and fashion,” posted Tracee Ellis Ross.

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Midnight Oil announce retirement from the road, but say they’ll continue “in some form or other”

Midnight Oil announce retirement from the road, but say they’ll continue “in some form or other”
Midnight Oil announce retirement from the road, but say they’ll continue “in some form or other”
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Legendary Australian rockers Midnight Oil have announced that while they’ll continue as a band, they’ll be calling it quits on touring.

On social media, James Moginie, a founding member of the “Beds Are Burning” band, writes that the group has rethought performing live since their longtime bass player Bones Hillman died in November of 2020 and that next year’s tour will be their last.

“We’ve played intensely physical gigs since our humble beginnings back in 1977 and we never want to take even the slightest risk of compromising that,” writes Moginie, adding, “With the passing of Bones much has been lost, so it now feels like we’re at the end of a cycle.”

“These will be sad and beautiful gigs but luckily we’re still capable of blowing the roof off any stage and that’s what we intend to do,” he continues. “You could call this a farewell tour, but Midnight Oil will still continue in some form or other as we’re brothers, family.”

Frontman Peter Garrett added, “Having always tackled every tour like it’s the last – this time it actually will be.”

Meanwhile, the band is releasing a new album next year called Resist, and its 12 songs represent the last recordings they made with Hillman.  As for future recordings, they explain, “Each of the members will continue their own projects over the years ahead. They remain very open to recording new music together in future and supporting causes in which they believe.”

In the U.S., Midnight Oil broke through with their 1987 album Diesel and Dust, featuring “Beds Are Burning” and “The Dead Heart.”  Their 1990 release Blue Sky Mining featured the hits “Blue Sky Mine,” “Forgotten Years” and “King of the Mountain.” Their last major U.S. success came with 1993’s Earth, Sun and Moon.

 

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BTS to livestream their upcoming Los Angeles concert

BTS to livestream their upcoming Los Angeles concert
BTS to livestream their upcoming Los Angeles concert
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BTS previously credited their fans for helping them through the pandemic and, to thank them, they will livestream their upcoming concert to the world.

The K-pop sensations took over Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium this past weekend, which marked the first time in two years since they performed in front of a live audience.  The group is cycling up for another two-day takeover this week, with concerts set for Wednesday, December 1, and Thursday, December 2.

BTS knows not everyone can attend their first set of in-person concerts, so they will livestream their Thursday night performance and promise anyone — no matter where in the world they are — can watch.

Fans can access the show on the VenewLive streaming service.  According to the press release, the feature will include “‘Multiview’ live streaming technology” that “will be a groundbreaking experience, bringing BTS’ unmatched energy to audiences in the stadium and around the world simultaneously.”

Online viewers will be able to further “control and customize their views” by tapping into various cameras and choose the angle they like best.  Fans will also be able to let BTS know they’re tuning in through interactive features, such as a “Cheer” button.

BTS’ concert is set to kick off December 2 at 7:30 p.m. PST. 

When the septet took over SoFi on Sunday, they surprised fans by inviting Megan Thee Stallion onto the stage as they were singing “Butter.”  Meg was supposed to join the crew during the American Music Awards and perform their summertime smash, but had to pull out last minute because of an unknown personal matter.

 

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“Favorite time of year”: Thomas Rhett and family go Christmas tree shopping

“Favorite time of year”: Thomas Rhett and family go Christmas tree shopping
“Favorite time of year”: Thomas Rhett and family go Christmas tree shopping
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year — and Thomas Rhett and family have already picked out a tree to celebrate!

Following the Thanksgiving holiday, Thomas shared a snap of him and his wife Lauren and their two eldest daughters, Willa, 6, and Ada, 4, bundled in their winter wear next to a bonfire in the midst of Christmas tree shopping.

“Favorite time of the year,” the singer captions the sweet picture as they stand in the middle of rows of trees. “You’re a great family man. Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family,” one fan comments, with many others leaving such remarks as “beautiful family” and “nice picture.” 

Noticeably absent were the couple’s two youngest daughters, one-year-old Lennon and two-week-old Lillie, the latter of whom was born on November 15.

Fans can also get into the holiday spirit with a pair of Thomas’ Christmas songs, the original “Christmas in the Country” and a cover of “The Christmas Song.”  

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Miley Cyrus jokes about how fans should honor the 11th anniversary of infamous bong video

Miley Cyrus jokes about how fans should honor the 11th anniversary of infamous bong video
Miley Cyrus jokes about how fans should honor the 11th anniversary of infamous bong video
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 Hard to believe that it’s been over 11 years since the world first saw Miley Cyrus‘s infamous bong video.  

While the dust has certainly settled since that earth-shattering event, Miley reflected fondly on that career-changing video when celebrating its 11th anniversary on Instagram.

“11 years ago [cloud puff emoji],” she wrote while sharing a still from the video. “Can we petition for a national holiday?”

Although Miley was dragged through the mud at the time and became an instant punchline, the singer assured fans that she not only laughs at what happened — she wants everyone to laugh with her.

For those who may have forgotten the massive 2010 controversy, Miley just turned 18 at the time and was still starring in Hannah Montana when TMZ leaked the video.  

Since the then-Disney Channel star was regarded as a role model, the backlash was intense and the “Midnight Sky” singer had to go into full damage control mode.  During that apology tour, she revealed she had been smoking salvia, a hallucinogenic plant that is part of the mint family.

When marking the video’s 10th anniversary last year, the Grammy nominee called it a “groundbreaking video of a teenager smoking a bong & saying dumb s*** to their friends.”

She added, “(Not sure the director of this fine film should be considered a “friend” but…) Time really flew by. I remember this like it was yesterday….” before joking that she has no memory of the incident because she was on a powerful trip.

She also doubled down that she was smoking salvia, joking it packs a bigger punch than marijuana.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Break out the baby oil: Channing Tatum says ‘Magic Mike 3’ will soon be taking the stage

Break out the baby oil: Channing Tatum says ‘Magic Mike 3’ will soon be taking the stage
Break out the baby oil: Channing Tatum says ‘Magic Mike 3’ will soon be taking the stage
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On social media this morning, Channing Tatum announced that a third Magic Mike film is a go. 

“Well, world, looks like Mike Lane’s tapping back in,” the Free Guy co-star posted, referring to his exotic dancer character. 

“Let’s go!!” he enthused.

The film is bound exclusively for HBO Max.

The picture of the script Tatum posted also revealed the title: Magic Mike’s Last Dance, and its director, Traffic Oscar winner and Magic Mike series helmer Steven Soderbergh

The writer of both 2012’s Magic Mike and its 2015 sequel, Magic Mike XXL, Reid Carolin, also returned to the keyboard to complete the trilogy. 

The modestly-budgeted series has grossed more than $285 million in theaters worldwide, and spawned a global Chippendale’s-like stage show called Magic Mike Live.

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