Taylor Frankie Paul faces protective order hearing in Utah after 'Bachelorette' cancellation
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A Utah judge is expected to hear arguments on a protective order sought by a former partner against Taylor Frankie Paul, star of Hulu's “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.” Paul and Dakota Mortensen are expected to participate remotely Tuesday while their lawyers appear in person. Mortensen is the father of Paul’s 2-year-old son. He is asking the court to extend a protective order. About three weeks ago ABC opted not to air a new season of “The Bachelorette” with Paul at its center. Production has also been paused on her Hulu series. It often featured Paul and Mortensen's tumultuous relationship.
Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd reunite for 'Charlie's Angels' 50th anniversary
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith, and Cheryl Ladd have reunited to celebrate the 50th anniversary of "Charlie's Angels." The show debuted in 1976 and became a top-10 hit for ABC, turning Farrah Fawcett and her feathered hair into an icon. Smith told an audience at PaleyFest LA that the show was special because it featured "three women chasing danger instead of getting rescued." Critics called it "jiggle television," but Jackson says they were breaking the glass ceiling. The show remains popular in reruns and DVDs. The trio will reunite again in May for the Paley Honors gala in New York.
Ye offers to meet UK Jewish community as calls mount for him to be ditched from Wireless Festival
LONDON (AP) — The British government says Ye should “absolutely not” perform at London’s Wireless Festival. The rapper, formerly known as Kanye West, has faced backlash for making antisemitic remarks and expressing admiration for Adolf Hitler. He is scheduled to perform in July, but organizers are facing pressure from sponsors and politicians to cancel. Last year, Ye released a song called “Heil Hitler” and advertised a swastika T-shirt. He apologized in January, attributing his actions to bipolar disorder. In a statement on Tuesday, Ye offered to meet with the U.K.'s Jewish community to show he has changed. Organizers are standing by him, urging forgiveness. But Health Secretary Wes Streeting dismissed the organizers’ statement as “absurd” and said Ye should “absolutely not” perform.
Wireless Festival boss stands by Ye headlining concerts as sponsors pull out
As sponsors pull out from London’s Wireless Festival over headliner Ye, its organizer is standing by the rapper formerly known as Kanye West. Festival Republic's managing director, Melvin Benn emphasized forgiveness and second chances in a statement Monday. The rapper formerly known as Kanye West is scheduled to perform for around 150,000 attendees on mid-July. He has drawn widespread condemnation in recent years for antisemitic remarks and expressing admiration for Adolf Hitler but apologized in January. Sponsors like Pepsi and Diageo have withdrawn from the festival but Benn noted Ye's music is widely accessible and emphasized the focus on performance, not opinions.
Man cleared in the killing of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay could soon be freed
NEW YORK (AP) — A man who was convicted and then cleared of killing of rap star Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC could be freed within days. A judge granted Karl Jordan Jr. $1 million bond on Monday. Jordan wasn’t automatically freed after he was cleared because he still faces drug charges unrelated to the pioneering DJ’s 2002 death. For now, he remains behind bars while prosecutors consider whether to appeal the bond decision. Federal Judge LaShann DeArcy Hall gave them until Friday to decide. Jordan's lawyers declined to comment after court. Some 17 of Jordan's loved ones have agreed to cosign his bond. If released, he will be under electronic monitoring.
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Rapper Offset shot in Florida, spokesperson says he is stable
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It’s-a-hit: ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ box office blasts off with $372.5 million globally
“The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” has scored the biggest opening of the year for a Hollywood film. Studio estimates on Sunday say the Illumination and Nintendo co-production earned $130.9 million over the weekend and $190.1 million in its first five days in North America. Released globally on Wednesday, the film capitalized on kids’ spring break vacations. It earned an estimated $182.4 million from 80 overseas markets, totaling a $372.5 million debut. Despite mixed reviews, audiences were enthusiastic. The movie features returning voice actors like Chris Pratt and Jack Black. It played in over 4,000 theaters in the U.S. and Canada.
Mahreen Sohail's story collection 'Small Scale Sinners' wins the PEN/Faulkner prize
NEW YORK (AP) — Mahreen Sohail’s short story collection, "Small Scale Sinners," has won the PEN/Faulkner Award for fiction. The collection features stories set in diverse locations ranging from college campuses to training camps for child soldiers. On Monday, the PEN/Faulkner Awards Committee praised the book for its sharp prose and exploration of humanity. Sohail is originally from Pakistan and now lives in Washington, D.C.. She said she spent a decade working on the book. She aimed to explore ways of being an independent woman. The award includes a $15,000 prize and has previously honored authors including Philip Roth, Don DeLillo and Ann Patchett.
Celebrity birthdays for the week of April 12-18 includes Patricia Arquette and Seth Rogen
Celebrities having birthdays during the week of April 12-18 include actor Patricia Arquette, singer Win Butler of Arcade Fire and singer-designer Victoria Beckham of the Spice Girls. Actor Sarah Michelle Gellar turns 49, actor Rob McElhenney hits 49 and actor Andy Garcia welcomes 70. Other celebrities with big days include country singer Vince Gill, actor Seth Rogen and Broadway actor Kelli O’Hara. Actor Sadie Sink of “Stranger Things” turns 24, actor-comedian Martin Lawrence hits 61 and actor Jennifer Garner reaches 54. Others celebrating include TV personality Kourtney Kardashian and talk show host Conan O’Brien.

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