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Loggins demands removal of Trump's AI-generated video using ‘Danger Zone’

NEW YORK (AP) — Kenny Loggins is objecting to the use of his music in a social media post featuring an artificial intelligence-generated video of President Donald Trump. The video was posted on Trump's Truth Social platform and shows the Republican president dumping excrement from a fighter jet on the “No Kings” protests. The video uses Loggins' song “Danger Zone” from the 1986 Tom Cruise movie “Top Gun.” Loggins says he was not asked for permission and wants the video removed. As of Tuesday morning, the video remained on Truth Social. The White House has responded to a request for comment with a still from “Top Gun” with the caption “I FEEL THE NEED FOR SPEED," paraphrasing a line from the movie.

Sundance Film Festival reveals details about Robert Redford tributes and legacy screenings

The Sundance Film Festival plans to honor Robert Redford’s legacy in 2026. Redford, who died in September at 89, founded the institute over 40 years ago. This January, the festival will feature a screening of his first independent film, “Downhill Racer,” along with restored Sundance classics like “Little Miss Sunshine” and “House Party.” Festival director Eugene Hernandez says many artists want to participate and that more details will be revealed soon. The 2026 festival will be the last in Park City, Utah, before moving to Boulder, Colorado, in 2027. Tickets go on sale Wednesday.

MusiCares names Mariah Carey its 2026 Person of the Year

NEW YORK (AP) — MusiCares will honor Mariah Carey as its 2026 Person of the Year. MusiCares is an organization that helps music professionals who need financial, personal or medical assistance. Organizers said Tuesday that Carey was selected for providing support to many different underserved communities. Those efforts include providing relief for those impacted by Hurricane Katrina and the COVID-19 pandemic and founding Camp Mariah to support underserved youth and advance health, education and social welfare. Carey will be honored at the 35th annual Person of the Year benefit gala at the Los Angeles Convention Center on Jan. 30. That is two nights before the 2026 Grammy Awards.

Mass to honor salsa singer Celia Cruz draws hundreds in Cuba after authorities shut down performance

HAVANA (AP) — Hundreds of people in Cuba have attended a Mass to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Celia Cruz’s birth just days after authorities canceled a theater performance in honor of the revered singer without explanation, drawing criticism over what some say was an act of censorship. Activities to remember the illustrious Cuban artist — one of the island’s most prominent voices internationally — were organized around the world on Tuesday except in Cuba, where she never returned after going into exile in the United States in 1960 and openly defining herself as a radical anti-Castro activist.

M. Night Shyamalan's latest plot twist? Teaming with Nicholas Sparks on a novel and upcoming film

M. Night Shyamalan, known for dark films like “The Sixth Sense,” has teamed up with Nicholas Sparks for a new project. After finishing three intense movies, Shyamalan wanted a change. He found it in “Remain,” a supernatural romance he co-authored with Sparks. The collaboration is unique because Shyamalan wrote the screenplay first, and Sparks adapted it into a novel. A film starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Phoebe Dynevor has already wrapped production. Sparks and Shyamalan previously crossed paths years ago when Shyamalan was considered to adapt Sparks' “The Notebook.” The job went to someone else, but Shyamalan says Sparks’ work “always represented something magical to me.”

Auction house to sell Gene Hackman's Golden Globes, watch and paintings he collected and created

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — An auction house plans to sell off a variety of actor Gene Hackman's possessions. They include Golden Globe, a wristwatch and paintings he collected and created himself. Live and online auctions next month follow Hackman's death in Santa Fe, New Mexico, this year at age 95. The two-time Oscar winner enjoyed painting and wrote novels in his later years. Auction items include a still life painting of a Japanese vase by Hackman and awards from roles in “Unforgiven” and “The Royal Tenenbaums.” Hackman's art collection highlights postwar and contemporary masters.

The Louvre reopens 3 days after thieves took French crown jewels in daylight heist

PARIS (AP) — The Louvre has reopened to the public, three days after thieves forced open a window and stole French crown jewels in a daring, daylight raid on the museum. The Apollo Room where the theft occurred remained closed to visitors, while crowds — hundreds deep — waited outside the museum’s glass pyramid entrance. The Louvre is normally closed on Tuesday and had been shut since the theft for investigation. No arrests have been announced, and the stolen jewels remain missing. The Paris prosecutor said Tuesday the stolen crown jewels were worth an estimated $102 million, not including their historical value to France. About 100 investigators are involved in the police pursuit of the suspects and jewels.

Adam Driver on Jarmusch, 'Star Wars' and putting filmmakers first

NEW YORK (AP) — In an interview with The Associated Press, Adam Driver says he developed a Kylo Ren “Star Wars” movie that would have been directed by Steven Soderbergh. They spent two years developing and scripting “The Hunt for Ben Solo.” Ultimately, Walt Disney Co. executives nixed it. Driver says the script was one of the best he's ever read. It would have taken place following the events of 2019's “The Rise of Skywalker.” Representatives for Disney declined to comment. The studio has multiple other “Star Wars” projects in the works.

Michael Jordan is going to be part of NBC's NBA coverage. His reason: to give back to the game

Michael Jordan has made his debut as a special contributor to NBC Sports' return to NBA broadcasting. Speaking with Mike Tirico on Tuesday, Jordan said he wants to give back to basketball while prioritizing family time. He emphasized his obligation to share messages of success and dedication. NBC's broadcast blended past and present, featuring the return of the iconic "Roundball Rock" theme and the voice of the late Jim Fagan. Jordan, now 62, still feels competitive but rarely plays basketball. He shared a recent experience of shooting a free throw for kids, which made him nervous but ended with a successful shot.