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☆ 26-foot Marilyn Monroe statue in Palm Springs set to be moved following controversy
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-10 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

A 26-foot statue of Marilyn Monroe that "up-skirts" the movie star is set to be relocated in Palm Springs. It was put up outside Palm Springs Art Museum in 2021. The back of the statue, which faces the Palm Springs Art Museum, shows Monroe's exposed underwear. AdvertisementA controversial statue of Hollywood legend Marilyn Monroe in Palm Springs is set to be moved after causing uproar among locals and visitors. The statue has been a controversial topic since it was returned to Palm Springs in 2021, with some locals arguing that it was inappropriate and sexist.

Persons: Marilyn Monroe, —, Marilyn Organizations: Springs Art Museum, Service, Business Locations: Palm Springs, Springs, New York City

☆ 17 couples competing at the Paris 2024 Olympics
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

German soccer player Lea Schüller competed at the Olympics for the first time this year alongside her partner, Austrian sailor Lara Vadlau. In a 2022 interview published on FC Bayern Munich soccer club's website, the pair discussed what it was like being in a relationship as elite athletes. "I find it really helpful because both of us understand what you have to do for your sport, that you're away a lot and don't see each other that often. "On the other hand, if I wasn't a sportswoman we could see each other a lot more often," Schüller said. Not because we live in different places - we live together in Munich - it's just one of us is always away," she added.

Persons: Lea Schüller, Lara Vadlau, Vadlau, Schüller Organizations: Olympics, FC Bayern Munich soccer Locations: Austrian, Munich, it's

☆ Zac Efron recovering after a 'swimming incident' in Spain landed him in hospital
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-04 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Zac Efron was taken to a hospital in Spain after a "minor swimming incident." TMZ reported that the actor was found in the pool by two employees who pulled him out. His representative told the publication that the actor has since left hospital and is doing "fine." AdvertisementZac Efron was taken to a hospital on Aug 2 after being involved in a "minor swimming incident" while at a villa in Ibiza, Spain, a representative for the actor told TMZ. The representative for the 36-year-old actor told the outlet that Efron was taken to the hospital as a "precautionary measure."

Persons: Zac Efron, —, TMZ, Efron Organizations: TMZ, Service, Business Locations: Spain, Ibiza

☆ 14 royals who have competed in the Olympics
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-03 | by ( Talia Lakritz | Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

In 1976, Princess Anne became the first member of the British royal family to compete in the Olympics. Princess Anne with Goodwill at the Olympics. PA Images via Getty ImagesPrincess Anne rode Queen Elizabeth's horse named Goodwill in the three-day equestrian event at the Montreal Olympics. During the event, her horse fell, taking Anne with it, but she got back on and rode through a concussion to finish the course. She is honorary president of the British Olympic Association.

Persons: Princess Anne, Queen, Anne Organizations: Montreal, International Olympic, British Olympic Association

☆ Aerosmith announces retirement from touring as Steven Tyler's recovery from vocal injury is 'not possible'
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-03 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Aerosmith has announced they are officially retiring from touring after Steven Tyler's vocal injury. "Sadly, it is clear, that a full recovery from his vocal injury is not possible," the band said. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementAerosmith has announced that their touring days are officially behind them as lead singer Steven Tyler's "recovery from his vocal injury is not possible."

Persons: Steven Tyler's, — Organizations: Aerosmith, Service, Business

☆ Extras kissed by Francis Ford Coppola in leaked video from the set of 'Megalopolis' share varying accounts of the director's behavior
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-03 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewTwo female extras who spoke out about Francis Ford Coppola's behavior on the set of "Megalopolis" have shared markedly different accounts of working with the filmmaker. However, according to one of the actors in the video, Coppola "did nothing to make me or for that matter anyone on set feel uncomfortable." "He was nothing but professional, a gentleman, he was like this cute Italian grandfather, running around the set," Menz added. Advertisement"I don't appreciate anybody speaking for me," Pagone told Variety on August 2 in reaction to Menz's comments. However, he previously addressed the Guardian report in an interview with The New York Times published in June, before the set video leaked.

Persons: —, Francis Ford, Coppola, Menz, Lauren Pagone, Pagone, Francis Ford Coppola, I've, I'm Organizations: Service, Variety, Business, Guardian, The New York Times

☆ From Lady Gaga to Tom Cruise, check out some of the stars who've been spotted at the Paris 2024 Olympics
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-29 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The 2024 Paris Olympic Games is underway in the French capital. Here's a look at some of the A-listers to have touched down in France so far. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementThe Paris 2024 Olympic Games are well underway following Friday night's opening ceremony. Here's a closer look at some of the A-listers to have touched down in the French capital so far.

Persons: —, Ariana Grande, Tom Cruise, Here's Organizations: Service Locations: It's, France

☆ Stevie Nicks says she postponed 2 shows after an infection 'went crazy' and landed her in hospital
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-28 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Stevie Nicks said she was hospitalized for two days after getting a "crazy" infection. Speaking onstage in Glasgow, she said that was what caused her to postpone two tour dates. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementStevie Nicks has opened up about the health issue that caused her to reschedule two shows on her UK tour and left her in the hospital for two days. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: Stevie Nicks, Nicks, —, Fleetwood Mac frontwoman Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Glasgow

☆ 40,000 Taylor Swift fans got themselves a free Eras Tour show in Munich as 'Taylor-gating' hit a new level
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-28 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

More than 40,000 Taylor Swift fans listened to an Eras Tour show from outside a venue in Munich. The trend, known as "Taylor-gating," has been popular since Taylor Swift began the tour last year. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementThousands of people who couldn't score tickets to a Taylor Swift's Eras Tour show in Munich enjoyed the concert from a hill nearby. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: Taylor Swift, —, Taylor, Swift Organizations: Service, Süddeutsche Zeitung, Business Locations: Munich, Munich's Olympiastadion

☆ A London museum has launched a Taylor Swift exhibition packed with iconic memorabilia. Check out all 13 installations and the Easter eggs to look out for.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-28 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The Victoria and Albert Museum in London has launched a new exhibition celebrating Taylor Swift. A range of clothing, accessories, and items from Swift's iconic musical eras are on display. Taking cues from Swift, the museum has planted Easter eggs connecting the looks and its collection. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementThe Victoria and Albert Museum in London has opened a new, free exhibition dedicated to Taylor Swift ahead of her return to the city for her Eras Tour later this summer.

Persons: Taylor Swift, Swift, —, Taylor Organizations: Albert Museum, Service, Business Locations: Victoria, London

☆ Céline Dion 'full of joy' as she makes comeback at Paris Olympics following stiff person syndrome diagnosis
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-27 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Céline Dion performed at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony on Friday. It was the Canadian singer's first live performance since 2020. Dion announced in late 2022 that she had been diagnosed with stiff person syndrome. AdvertisementCeline Dion closed out the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony on Friday, marking the Grammy-winning artist's first live performance in four years. Following the performance, Dion wrote in an Instagram post that she was "honored" and "so full of joy to be back in one of my very favorite cities."

Persons: Céline Dion, Dion, —, Celine Dion, Édith Piaf Organizations: Paris, Service, Business Locations: Canadian, French

☆ This ‘once in a generation’ £1.5 million Scottish cottage is up for sale. But there’s one key quirk
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-21 | by ( Jack Bantock | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

For the golf fanatics of the world, it could soon all be yours – so long as you have a spare £1.5 million ($1.93 million) to part with. “The sale of Blackrock House is one of those rare times where you can safely say there isn’t anything else like this available in the world,” Strutt and Parker selling agent Annabel Blackett told CNN via email. Spectators walk past Blackrock House and its "for sale" sign. It would be another 45 years before the course hosted its first Open Championship, with this week marking its 10th time staging the major. “This will be a bittersweet Open for us,” Andrew Kelly told the Associated Press ahead of this week’s tournament.

Persons: Woods, Viewings, Strutt, Parker, “, ” Strutt, Annabel Blackett, Jon Super, Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson, ” Blackett, Jason Cairnduff, David, Isabel Kelly, Andrew, John, Sweden’s Henrik Stenson, Phil Mickelson, ” Andrew Kelly, ” Organizations: CNN, Blackrock House, Royal Troon, –, Troon, Associated Press Locations: Blackrock, Firth, Clyde, Isle, Arran, South Ayrshire, Scotland, ”

☆ 'Twilight' put Forks, WA, on the map. Now, local residents want to put an end to the 'vampire tourism' boom.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-20 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

However, not all residents of Forks' roughly 3,400-strong population are happy about the attention their hometown is getting, with some locals hitting out at "vampire tourism," The Times of London reported. "I work at the local school — which the Twilight characters 'went to' — and they'd be out there, crying about how much they loved this vampire guy." At the height of the "Twilight" hysteria, Forks wasted no time in embracing its new fame, with new "Twilight" tours showing off famous locations from the films. AdvertisementMeyer chose to set "Twilight" in Forks after searching Google for the place with the highest rainfall levels in the US. The spot provided the perfect setting for her vampire characters, who mustn't be exposed to sunlight, so they could go about their lives without being detected by humans.

Persons: —, Stephanie Meyer's, Forks, Leslie Graham, Dora Maxfield, they'd, Maxfield, Christina Horsten, Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Lissy Andros, Andros, Meyer Organizations: Service, Business, Information Center, Times, Getty, Publishers, Office Mojo, Google Locations: Washington, Forks, London, Forks , Washington, Oregon, Canada, Texas

☆ Alec Baldwin, who still faces civil lawsuits over the Halyna Hutchins case, says he may sue prosecutor and sheriff over criminal trial
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-18 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewThe involuntary manslaughter charges against Alec Baldwin over the 2021 death of "Rust" cinematographer Halyna Hutchins has been dismissed, but the actor isn't able to put all the legal proceedings behind him just yet. While a New Mexico judge dismissed the case after determining that the state withheld key evidence from Baldwin's defense, the actor still faces civil lawsuits from Hutchins' family. Baldwin's lawyers have sent letters to New Mexico prosecutor Kari Morrissey and Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza asking them to preserve documents for future litigation, according to Reuters. Related storiesArmorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, who was responsible for the film's prop weapons, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in March and was later sentenced to 18 months in prison. On Tuesday, Gutierrez-Reed filed a motion to dismiss her conviction after the involuntary manslaughter charges against Baldwin were dropped.

Persons: —, Alec Baldwin, Rust, Halyna Hutchins, isn't, Hutchins, Gloria Allred, Allred, Baldwin, Kari Morrissey, Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza, Joel Souza, Hannah Gutierrez, Reed, Gutierrez, wasn't, Ramsay de, Morrissey, Mary Marlowe Sommer Organizations: Service, Business, Saturday, Santa Fe County Sheriff, Reuters, FBI, New York Times Locations: New Mexico, Santa Fe County

☆ Kate Middleton to make 2nd public appearance since cancer diagnosis at the Wimbledon men's singles final
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-14 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Kate Middleton will attend the Wimbledon men's final on Sunday, Kensington Palace has confirmed. The princess will present the trophy to the winner — either Novak Djokovic or Carlos Alcaraz. It will be the second time she's officially been seen in public since sharing her cancer diagnosis. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementKate Middleton is set to make her second public appearance of 2024 at the Wimbledon Championships men's singles final on Sunday, Kensington Palace has confirmed.

Persons: Kate Middleton, —, Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, she's Organizations: Wimbledon, Service, Business Locations: Kensington, Wales

☆ Indian PM Modi steals limelight at lavish Ambani wedding as route to the ceremony lined with posters
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-13 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi seemed to divert some attention from the lavish Ambani wedding in Mumbai. Posters bearing the PM's face lined the route to the ceremony for Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding. Anant Ambani is the son of Mukesh Ambani, Asia's richest man. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has seemingly stolen some of the attention away from the lavish Ambani wedding in Mumbai this weekend.

Persons: Narendra Modi, Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant's, Mukesh Ambani, —, Kim Kardashian, Mike Tyson, John Cena — Organizations: Indian, Service, Business Locations: Mumbai

☆ Kevin Costner seems set to continue with 'Horizon' saga despite the 1st film flopping and the 2nd being pulled from theaters
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-13 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewThe second installment of Kevin Costner's "Horizon" film series will no longer be coming to theaters next month following the first film's disappointing box office performance — but that doesn't appear to be fazing the star. Despite the setback, Costner seems set on proceeding with the remaining two films of the "Horizon" tetralogy. Kevin Costner directing on the set of "Horizon." In 2014, he also provided the entire $9 million budget for "Black or White," a drama also starring Octavia Spencer and Bill Burr. It brought back more than double his investment at the box office, taking home over $21.5 million.

Persons: —, Kevin Costner's, Max, Costner, Kevin Costner, Richard Foreman, Warner, Oscar, It's, he's, Octavia Spencer, Bill Burr, hasn't Organizations: Service, Hollywood, Business, Pictures, Variety, Warner Bros, Territory Pictures Locations: Costner, Santa Barbara

☆ Netflix ordered to remove sex scene depicting a convicted drug trafficker and pay him $16K for violating his privacy
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-06 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Netflix was ordered to remove a sex scene that depicted a Spanish drug trafficker, The Times of London reported. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementA Spanish drug smuggler has sued Netflix and forced the streamer to remove a sex scene from a hit series. Netflix has now been ordered to pay the 78-year-old Oubiña 15,000 euros (roughly $16,200) for violating his privacy, while the company was also forced to cut an "explicit sex" scene that appeared at the start of the first episode of the show.

Persons: Laureano Oubiña, Oubiña, — Organizations: Netflix, Service, Business Locations: Spanish, London

☆ Ed Sheeran branded the whole of London as 'sketchy.' The millionaire pop star is said to own more than 20 properties there.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-06 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Ed Sheeran branded the entirety of London as "sketchy." Sheeran made the comments in an episode of "This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von." Sheeran reportedly owns more than 20 properties in London. AdvertisementEd Sheeran branded the entirety of London as "sketchy" in a recent episode of Theo Von's "This Past Weekend" podcast — despite the pop star reportedly owning more than 20 properties in the UK capital. Asked about the most dangerous part of the UK, Sheeran, 33, said: "Here?

Persons: Ed Sheeran, Sheeran, Theo Von, —, Theo Von's, Von, Louis Vuitton Organizations: Service, Business Locations: London

☆ Jamie Foxx says his medical complication started with a 'bad headache.' Here's everything we know about his condition.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-02 | by ( Eve Crosbie | Olivia Singh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Jamie Foxx "experienced a medical complication" on April 11, 2023, according to a family statement posted the following day on his daughter Corinne Foxx's Instagram account. Corinne Foxx and Jamie Foxx at the Directors Guild Of America in October 2022 in Los Angeles, California. Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic/Getty Images"We wanted to share that my father, Jamie Foxx, experienced a medical complication yesterday," Corinne Foxx shared on her Instagram account on behalf of the Foxx family. We know how beloved he is and appreciate your prayers," the statement continued. The family did not share details about what caused the health issue at the time.

Persons: Jamie Foxx, Corinne Foxx's Instagram, Corinne Foxx, Bauer, Griffin, Foxx, Cameron Diaz, Glenn Close Organizations: Of America, Axelle, CNN, Netflix Locations: Los Angeles , California, Atlanta

☆ Kevin Costner is leaving 'Yellowstone' before the final season is over. Here's a complete timeline of the behind-the-scenes drama.
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-21 | by ( Eve Crosbie | Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Costner blames Paramount and 101 Studios for the "Yellowstone" negotiations drama. Cam McLeod/Paramount NetworkIn May, Costner shared his side of the "Yellowstone" negotiations drama during an interview with Deadline, saying that previous reports about the situation weren't "truthful." Costner accused Paramount and 101 Studios of mismanaging the situation and not sticking up for him when stories came out that he didn't want to be on set. Costner said he always made "Yellowstone" his "first priority," but said the show kept moving shoot dates, which affected the schedule for his "Horizon" movies. Costner added that he returned across three months to shoot season five, part two, but said the scripts weren't ready, so they couldn't shoot anything.

Persons: Costner, Kevin Costner, John Dutton, Cam McLeod, I've Organizations: Paramount, Studios, Paramount Network, Business Locations: Yellowstone

After 23 years, Braun announced the end of his management career. He described himself as "a father first, a CEO second, and a manager no more." Scooter Braun at Crypto.com Arena on December 6, 2023. Allen Berezovsky/Getty ImagesNearly one year after Bieber, Lovato, Grande, and more severed ties with Braun, the mogul said his time as a manager had come to an end. So for my entire adult life I played the role of an artist manager on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Persons: Braun, Scooter Braun, Allen Berezovsky, Bieber, Lovato, Yael Cohen, he'd Organizations: Crypto.com Arena Locations: America

☆ Gordon Ramsay shows off a scary bruise on his torso after getting in a 'really bad' bike accident: 'I'm lucky to be alive'
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-16 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay says he's "lucky to be alive" after a cycling accident in Connecticut. Wearing a helmet saved his life, Ramsay said on Instagram. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. AdvertisementGordon Ramsay said he's "lucky to be alive" after being involved in a "really bad" accident while cycling in Connecticut earlier this week.

Persons: Gordon Ramsay, he's, Ramsay, —, Instagram Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Connecticut, Instagram, British

☆ Olivia Cooke says it's 'hysterical' that she's 30 and playing a grandmother in 'House of the Dragon'
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-16 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Olivia Cooke spoke to The Times about the age gap between characters on HBO's "House of the Dragon." Cooke, 30, plays Alicent Hightower. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementOlivia Cooke has shared her thoughts about playing a grandmother in "House of the Dragon," despite being 30 years old. The British actor portrays Alicent Hightower in the "Game of Thrones" prequel series, which returns for its second season on June 16.

Persons: Olivia Cooke, Cooke, Alicent Hightower, —, Alicent, King Viserys Targaryen, Paddy Considine Organizations: Times, Service, Business Locations: British

☆ Taylor Swift's ex Joe Alwyn denies ever visiting the London pub namechecked by the singer in her latest album
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-16 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Joe Alwyn has set the record straight about his association with The Black Dog pub in London. The actor, who dated Taylor Swift for six years, said he has never visited the pub. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. AdvertisementTaylor Swift's ex, Joe Alwyn, has denied ever visiting "The Black Dog" pub in London.

Persons: Joe Alwyn, Taylor Swift, —, Taylor, I've Organizations: Service, Sunday Times, Vauxhall, Business Locations: London, Vauxhall

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