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Actor and activist Danny Glover says he has Alzheimer’s disease

NEW YORK (AP) — Actor and activist Danny Glover says he has Alzheimer’s disease. The “Lethal Weapon” star, who turns 80 on July 22, was diagnosed three years ago. He told “Today” and People magazine that he’s still coming to terms with the disease. Alzheimer’s affects more than 6 million people in the U.S. and millions more worldwide. Glover earned four Emmy nominations and an honorary Oscar in 2022. He also received awards from the NAACP and Black Entertainment Television. From 1998 to 2004, he served as a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations Development Program.

California to institute Bruce Lee Day, a first for a Chinese American in the state's history

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese American in California history with an annual namesake day. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law Tuesday officially designating May 17 as Bruce Lee Day. That's the date in 1959 that an 18-year-old Lee returned to San Francisco after spending his childhood in Hong Kong. Lee’s daughter, Shannon, says the honor is a testament to her father’s enduring legacy as a bridge between cultures. Lee is credited for challenging racial stereotypes with his portrayal of a strong, Asian male through martial arts cinema.

Victor Willis, who co-founded the Village People and co-wrote 'Y.M.C.A.,' dies at 74

NEW YORK (AP) — Victor Willis, who co-founded the Village People and co-wrote some of the disco group's biggest hits, including “Y.M.C.A.” and “Macho Man,” has died at age 74. The group announced his death on Facebook, citing “a short but aggressive illness.” Willis, who performed dressed as a police officer, helped form the Village People in 1977 with producer Jacques Morali and Henri Belolo. The group's debut album was released that year, followed by hits like “Y.M.C.A.” in 1978. The song became an American phenomenon and was added to the National Recording Registry in 2020. The group's music remains a staple at events and celebrations worldwide.

Eurovision, eh? Canada will compete at the glitzy song contest in 2027

LONDON (AP) — Canada is set to compete in the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time next year. The European Broadcasting Union and Canadian broadcaster CBC announced that Canada will join the contest in Bulgaria in May 2027. It's the first new country to enter Eurovision since Australia in 2015. CBC President Marie-Philippe Bouchard said this will showcase Canadian talent on a global stage. Eurovision Director Martin Green noted it shows the contest's global reach. Details on Canada's entry selection will be announced later this year. The campy, colorful celebration of pop has faced recent protests and boycotts over Israel's participation.

The Motown Museum's $75M expansion aims to honor Detroit's musical legacy

DETROIT (AP) — The Motown Museum in Detroit is undergoing a $75 million expansion that is slated to open in 2027.  The original Motown hub known as Hitsville USA is where legends including Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye developed and recorded their early hits. Supporters hope the revamped museum campus will boost Detroit's visitor numbers. Former Motown arranger Paul Riser Sr. believes the Motown Museum deserves the same recognition as landmarks such as New York City's Times Square. The museum currently attracts over 100,000 visitors annually. The expansion will include a theater, recording studio and more. The project highlights the importance of preserving Motown's legacy and promoting Detroit's musical heritage.

NYC police are bracing for July 4, World Cup action, searing heat and a pop star's wedding

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Police Department is bracing for a slew of massive Independence Day celebrations along with a World Cup match this weekend, scrambling thousands of officers on land, sea and air to handle security measures as an intense heat wave bears down on the region. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said Wednesday that there are no known specific or credible threats to this year’s celebrations, which include Sail 250, the Fourth of July fireworks show and one other star-studded event — the wedding of pop star Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce. A massive police presence is planned, as temperatures reach sweltering levels.

What, like it's hard? Newcomer Lexi Minetree put in the work to play a teen Elle Woods in 'Elle'

Lexi Minetree stars as a teenage Elle Woods in a new “Legally Blonde” prequel series for Prime Video. Executive producer Lauren Neustadter says Minetree impressed by recreating Elle's Harvard admission video. The series debuts Wednesday. Minetree says she watched the original film about 200 times to prepare but aimed to bring her unique touch to the role. The story begins at Elle's 16th birthday party before her family moves to Seattle in 1995. The students at her new school are initially unfriendly, and the series explores themes of self-acceptance and kindness. Season 2 has already wrapped, and a third “Legally Blonde” film is in the works.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding in New York: Here's what we know

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce really are having a wedding this weekend at Madison Square Garden. That's according to what a source has told The Associated Press. Frenzied speculation that the superstar singer and football player’s wedding would take place over July Fourth weekend at the iconic New York landmark had intensified over weeks. And crews have unloaded equipment from trucks outside the venue even as city officials publicly wouldn't confirm. A law enforcement official briefed on security plans told AP Wednesday that the wedding will be held Friday, with a smaller rehearsal dinner Thursday night. The official spoke on condition of anonymity because they weren’t authorized to discuss the events publicly. The superstar couple hasn't commented publicly or confirmed plans.

Movie Review: Millie Bobby Brown returns as Sherlock's sister in 'Enola Holmes 3'

The “Enola Holmes” movies have done nothing so much as chart Millie Bobby Brown’s evolution from child actor to movie star. She was 16 when the first “Enola Holmes” debuted in 2020. As “Enola Holmes 3” arrives on Netflix, she's 22. All three movies have been driven by Brown’s natural charisma, writes Associated Press Film Writer Jake Coyle in his review. “Enola Holmes” runs on her asides, glances and eyebrow raises. Everything else in these tales of Sherlock Holmes’ younger sister can be a bit over-amped and over-stylized. But “Enola Holmes 3,” like the two previous chapters, is spirited and fleet of foot, and, crucially, doesn’t take itself too seriously.