Thousands of fans celebrate life of legendary Grateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Thousands of people gathered at San Francisco’s Civic Center to celebrate Bob Weir, the legendary Grateful Dead guitarist who died last week at 78. Musicians Joan Baez and John Mayer spoke on a makeshift stage. Fans passed around long-stemmed red roses, which are integral to the Dead’s music and art. They wrote appreciative notes of gratitude and love. The San Francisco Bay Area native joined the Grateful Dead in 1965. The Dead played music that pulled in blues, jazz, country, folk and psychedelia in long improvisational jams. Their fans crossed generational divides and often followed them on tours. Weir died Jan. 10.
Kianna Underwood, former Nickelodeon star, killed in hit-and-run
NEW YORK (AP) — Law enforcement officials say Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child star, was killed in a hit-and-run in New York. She was 33. The New York Police Department says Underwood was crossing an intersection in Brooklyn when a black Ford Explorer SUV hit her. While lying in the street, she was then struck by a black and gray sedan. Police say both drivers left the scene and have not been identified. The investigation remains ongoing. Underwood appeared in Nickelodeon’s series "All That" in 2005 and voiced Fuchsia in the Nick Jr. show "Little Bill."
Actor Timothy Busfield's attorneys say an investigation undermines state's child sex abuse charges
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Emmy Award-winning actor Timothy Busfield’s attorneys told a court he should be released while he awaits the outcome of child sex abuse charges against him. Busfield's attorneys said in court filings Friday an independent investigation undermined the state’s allegations and the parents of his accusers have a history of fraud and dishonesty. His attorneys also say he passed a polygraph test. Busfield was ordered held without bond at his first court appearance earlier this week after he turned himself in to face charges stemming from allegations that he inappropriately touched a minor on the set of a TV series he was directing in New Mexico.
Julio Iglesias calls sexual abuse allegations against him 'absolutely untrue'
MADRID (AP) — Julio Iglesias has denied allegations of sexual assault made by two former employees. Media reports allege the singer assaulted the women at his residences in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas between January and October 2021. Spanish prosecutors are studying the claims. Iglesias denied the accusations on Instagram, calling them false and distressing. A joint investigation by elDiario.es and Univision Noticias was published on Jan. 13. A Spanish high court received formal allegations against Iglesias on Jan. 5. Iglesias, 82, is one of the world’s most successful musical artists, having sold over 300 million records.
Colman Domingo, Liam Hemsworth and Noah Schnapp pack Ralph Lauren's Milan Fashion Week show
MILAN (AP) — Colman Domingo, Liam Hemsworth, and Noah Schnapp packed the Ralph Lauren front row to launch a Milan-centric season. The season will include dressing Team USA for the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics ceremonies. Hemsworth paused an Alpine skiing trip to attend the show. Hundreds of fans wait for K-pop star Mark Lee, who expressed gratitude for K-Pop's global appeal. Nick Jonas and Tom Hiddleston joined David Lauren, the brand leader. Schnapp shared excitement for future projects after Stranger Things. Domingo praised the collection's modern feel, blending vintage and luxury elements.
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Kathleen Kennedy, steward of 'Star Wars,' steps down from Lucasfilm
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Actor Timothy Busfield ordered held without bond in New Mexico child sex abuse case
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Snoop Dogg's NBA analyst role underscores why his on-air presence and global appeal keeps growing
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Former Universal chair David Linde named CEO of Sundance Institute
David Linde, former chairman of Universal Pictures and CEO of Participant Media, has been named CEO of the Sundance Institute. The nonprofit organization announced Thursday that Linde will assume the role on Feb. 17, after this year’s festival concludes. His responsibilities will include overseeing the Sundance Film Festival’s transition to Boulder, Colorado, in 2027 and managing year-round programs like artist labs and fellowships. Sundance has been operating under interim CEO Amanda Kelso since early 2024. Linde, a Hollywood veteran, has worked across television and film for decades, cofounding Focus Features and overseeing numerous Oscar nominees and winners.
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