David Allan Coe, who wrote 'Take This Job and Shove It' and other country hits, dies at 86
Outlaw country singer-songwriter David Allan Coe, who wrote the blue-collar anthem "Take This Job and Shove It'' and created a singing career after a stint in prison, has died. He was 86. A statement to People said he died Wednesday. The cause was not disclosed. Coe had a cult following based on his raw, often-obscene lyrics and a checkered plus somewhat mysterious past. His hits included "You Never Even Call Me by My Name" in 1975 and "The Ride" in 1983. He was also the first country singer to record “Tennessee Whiskey,” which has since become a genre standard.
Prosecutors say singer D4vd stabbed 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez to death to silence her
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Prosecutors say singer D4vd killed 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez by stabbing her multiple times. The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office shared what they said the evidence would show in a document filed Wednesday. The form says D4vd (pronounced “David”), whose legal name is David Burke, met Rivas Hernandez when she was 11, began a sexual relationship with her when she was 13 and he was 18, and killed her when she threatened to reveal their inappropriate relationship. Burke has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and other counts. His lawyers have said he did not cause the girl’s death.
‘Mormon Wives’ star Taylor Frankie Paul and ex-partner push for protective orders against each other
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Attorneys for reality TV star Taylor Frankie Paul and the father of her 2-year-old son are set to present dueling petitions for protective orders against each other. The case could determine who gets custody of their child. Both Paul and ex-partner Dakota Mortensen have asked a Utah court to turn short-term protective orders into long-term arrangements as the two have accused each other of domestic violence. Paul rose to fame on “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” and was supposed to star in the new season of “The Bachelorette” before its cancellation. Paul and Mortensen's son, Ever, will have a court-appointed lawyer present at Thursday’s hearing.
'Disclosure Day' answers questions from 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind,' Josh O’Connor says
Josh O’Connor says working with Steven Spielberg on “Disclosure Day” was surreal. The British actor, known for playing Prince Charles in “The Crown,” felt like he was living a dream on set. The film, which opens June 12, is said to answer questions from “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.” O’Connor plays a cybersecurity expert with a mysterious connection to Emily Blunt’s character. He describes Spielberg as having an infectious energy and excitement. O’Connor shared a humorous story about a text from Spielberg that unintentionally helped him with a scene. The film’s plot remains mostly under wraps.
Cultural groups urge federal judge to block Kennedy Center renovations
WASHINGTON (AP) — Cultural and historic preservation groups are urging a federal judge to block President Donald Trump from renovating the Kennedy Center. They argue the changes could violate preservation rules. The groups want a preliminary injunction to halt construction before the July 6 start date. Justice Department attorneys say the plans are limited and within the board's authority. Trump has shown interest in the Kennedy Center since returning to office last year, replacing its leadership and announcing renovations. The center is a major arts venue and a “living monument” to President John F. Kennedy.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Singer D4vd, pronounced “David,” is charged with killing and dismembering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. At a hearing planned for May 26, witnesses will be called and evidence will be presented to see if he should go to trial. The 21-year-old singer whose legal name is David Anthony Burke has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and other felony counts. Prosecutors allege he stabbed Rivas Hernandez multiple times to silence her when she threatened to reveal their relationship and ruin his career. They say they have evidence to show he used chainsaws to cut up her body in his garage. His lawyers say he did not cause her death.
Movie Review: Adam Scott gets spooked in a haunted hotel in ‘Hokum’
Adam Scott plays a famous American novelist who goes to a quaint hotel in Ireland in the new horror film “Hokum.” His objective is to scatter his parents' ashes near the place where they had their honeymoon. But this hotel is haunted by more than their memories. In her review for The Associated Press, film writer Lindsey Bahr writes that the film lives up to its title and contains a mess of ideas, some better than others, but also is a pretty scary time at the movies. “Hokum,” in theaters Friday, is rated R.
Taylor Swift files 3 new trademark applications. One expert says it is to curb AI threats
NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift filed three new trademark applications with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office Friday. A legal expert theorizes it is to protect her voice and image from potential misuse through artificial intelligence. Two of the applications are sound trademarks covering her voice. One is of her saying “Hey, it’s Taylor Swift.” The other is “Hey, it’s Taylor.” And the third application is a visual trademark, a photograph of Swift on stage holding a pink guitar. Intellectual property attorney Josh Gerben theorized that the trademarks are “specifically designed to protect Taylor from threats posed by artificial intelligence.” Swift has been a target of AI misuse in the past.
A timeline leading up to D4vd's murder charge in the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Alt-pop singer D4vd has been charged with sexually abusing, murdering, and mutilating a 14-year-old girl. Los Angeles County prosecutors say Celeste Rivas Hernandez's decomposed remains were found in his abandoned Tesla. The allegations date back to 2023. That was just a year after the singer's first single made it onto the Billboard Hot 100 chart. D4vd's legal name is David Burke. He has pleaded not guilty and his attorney says he did not cause her death. The timeline of events as described by prosecutors is interwoven with Burke's career. Rivas Hernandez was last heard from two days before Burke's debut album dropped.
Summer Movie Preview: Jon Favreau wants to inspire a new generation to fall in love with Star Wars
Jon Favreau finally has his own Star Wars movie coming to theaters. He’s been dreaming about this since he was a kid. Favreau has been involved in Star Wars projects before, like “The Mandalorian,” but “The Mandalorian and Grogu” which opens in theaters May 22 is different. It isn’t just season four on the big screen. Favreau says it’s important to invite new fans into the Star Wars universe. The film features familiar characters like Din Djarin and Grogu and introduces new ones. Favreau is excited to bring the spectacle of Star Wars to IMAX, with bigger sets and more time to create.
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