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R.I.P. Sean Connery, James Bond Actor Dead at 90
Sean Connery, the Academy Award-winning Scottish actor who portrayed James Bond in seven films, has died at the age of 90. According to BBC News, Connery passed away overnight in his sleep, while in the Bahamas. He was said to be ill for some time. Connery was the first actor to play the British super spy in film, starring in seven Bond pictures between 1962 and 1983. He led the franchise’s first five installments — Dr. No (1962), From Russia with Love (1963), Goldfinger (1964), Thunderball (1965), and You Only Live Twice (1967) — and later reprised the role for 1971’s Diamonds Are Forever and 1983’s Never Say Never Again. To this day, Connery remains a beloved figure in the Bond franchise, and is considered the favorite Bond among fans and critics alike. In a recent poll conducted by...
Daniel Craig Honors Sean Connery: “He Defined an Era and a Style”
Current Bond Daniel Craig is honoring original Bond Sean Connery in light of his death. “It is with such sadness that I heard of the passing of one of the true greats of cinema,” Craig wrote in a statement issued on Saturday. “Sir Sean Connery will be remembered as Bond and so much more. He defined an era and a style. The wit and charm he portrayed on screen could be measured in mega watts; he helped create the modern blockbuster. He will continue to influence actors and film-makers alike for years to come. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones. Wherever he is, I hope there is a golf course.” Meanwhile, the estate of late Bond actor Roger Moore paid tribute to Connery on Twitter: “How infinitely sad to hear the news Sir Sean Connery has passed away. He and Roge...
The Rolling Stones Share First-Ever Live Performance of “Sympathy for the Devil”: Watch
The Rolling Stones’ legendary 1996 concert film Rock and Roll Circus documents the band’s last performance with their original lineup in 1968. Today, they’re sharing a coveted clip that didn’t make it into the movie: The Rolling Stones’ first-ever public performance of “Sympathy for the Devil”. Watch it below. Filmed during that December 12th, 1968 gig, the previously unreleased clip captures the raw energy of The Rolling Stones in their initial configuration with Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bill Wyman, Charlie Watts, Ian Stewart, and then bandleader Brian Jones. It’s sourced from a Dolby 4K restoration of the concert film that’s available online for the first time. The band had just dropped Beggars Banquet six days prior to this performance and were clearly riding high on that post-...
Dave Chappelle to Host Saturday Night Live’s Post-Election Episode
Dave Chappelle famously hosted Saturday Night Live’s first episode following Donald Trump’s unexpected victory in 2016. Now, the veteran comedian is set to return to Studio 8H for SNL’s first episode following the 2020 election. The 2016 episode marked Chappelle’s first time hosting SNL, and featured several sketches addressing the results of the election. Most notably, Chappelle and Chris Rock appeared in a skit spoofing an election party attended by horrified liberals. The episode earned Chappelle an Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series. Chappelle’s return to SNL follows news that both Netflix and HBO Max acquired non-exclusive streaming rights to Chappelle’s Show and will begin streaming episodes today, November 1st. Below, revisit the aforementioned sketc...
Joy to the Polls Enlists Swizz Beatz, Billie Joe Armstrong, Maggie Rogers & More for Voting-Inspired Playlists
Need some music for Election Day on Nov. 3? Look no further than a new playlist series on Spotify from non-partisan group Election Defenders, whose Joy to the Polls campaign has helped develop voting-inspired playlists from artist like Swizz Beatz, Billie Joe Armstrong, Maggie Rogers and others. “We’re thrilled to announce these playlists from so many wonderful partners, people and communities in every corner of the country,” Nelini Stamp, campaign director at Election Defenders, said in a statement. “We are calling on all voters to make their own playlists to deliver a clear, joyful message that we will protect our democracy from this pandemic and from voter suppression wherever it shows up.” You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined ...
Ashlee Simpson and Evan Ross Welcome Second Child Together
In the sweet photo, Ziggy is sound asleep while swaddled in brown blanket with both of his parents’ hands resting gently on his chest. “I’m in heaven,” Ross wrote in a separate post. Simpson and Ross already share one child together, 5-year-old daughter Jagger Snow. The “Pieces of Me” singer also has an 11-year-old son, Bronx Mowgli, whom she shares with ex-husband Pete Wentz. See the Simpson and Ross’ new bundle of joy here. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back their fair share of Internet revenue...
Barbra Streisand, Desmond Child Encourage Voting Through ‘Lady Liberty’ Lyric Video: Watch
Barbra Streisand and songwriter Desmond Child on Saturday (Oct. 31) shared a new lyric video for the track “Lady Liberty,” which appeared on Streisand’s 2018 album, Walls, and features lyrics that urge others to make their voices heard. “I recorded ‘Lady Liberty’ in 2018, but the message seems more urgent now than ever,” said Streisand in a statement. “The key lyric, ‘The real danger lies in the sound of silence.’ So make your voice heard, please vote!” You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give u...
Cardi B Terrifies With Snake-Haired Medusa Halloween Costume
In her IG post, Cardi gave a shout-out to self-proclaimed “metal and chain queen” Laurel DeWitt for creating the costume’s intricate gold accessories and credited designer Baba Jagne for fashioning the snake body. On Friday, Cardi shared a short clip on Instagram of Ciara and her 6-year-old son flaunting their hip-hop-themed Halloween costumes. In the video, Ciara is dressed as Cardi from her Invasion of Privacy album cover, while the singer’s son is swagged-out as Offset. “I’m gagging! I love it! I’m so hype!” Cardi captioned the post. “I’ve always been a huge fan of @ciara and became an even bigger fan after I met her! She is the most sweetest and the most nicest person in the world! A true peach! Staying sweet and humble was the prayer!” S...
Deena Cortese Reveals Sex Of Baby Number Two
“Get the freak out of here you crazy“: Deena Cortese is revealing the sex of her second meatball baby! Is it a boo-y or ghoul? The Jersey Shore: Family Vacation star is pregnant with munchkin number two — and Deener Deena happily shared that she and husband Chris Buckner will welcome another son. “Looks like CJ is getting a little Brother !!!” Deena captioned the album from their Halloween celebration, Coco costumes and blue-filled cake included. Pretty soon, CJ — who is turning two in January — won’t be an only child and will have a playmate for life! Stay with MTV News for all Baby Buckner #2 updates before he/she makes his/her grand debut in May 2021, and be sure to watch Season 4 of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation featuring Deena, Chris and...
Marshmello Moves to Stop L’Oréal from Registering “The Marsh Mellow” Trademark
Marshmello is unpredictable, to say the least, but a new submission by the producer to the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board may provide insight into the plans for his next venture. L’Oréal received pushback from the masked music producer over the company’s request to trademark “The Marsh Mellow” for a forthcoming makeup-related product. The opposition brief alleges L’Oréal is not only using the phonetic equivalent of Marshmello’s name, but states they are infringing on the artist’s natural zone of expansion covered by his own trademark. At this point you may be wondering how a dance music producer could claim that a makeup brand is infringing on his business. The two industries are entirely unrelated. That’s where things get in...
ANTHRAX Celebrates 35th Anniversary Of ‘Spreading The Disease’ With Quarantine Version Of ‘Gung-Ho’
In celebration of the 35th anniversary of the release of ANTHRAX‘s second studio LP, “Spreading The Disease”, the five members of the band recently came together to record a quarantine version of the album track “Gung-Ho”. Drummer Charlie Benante uploaded the video to his YouTube channel and wrote in an accompanying message: “In honor of Our Spreading the Disease album having a Birthday, we decided to Thrash this one out. Hope ya dig it!” Produced by ANTHRAX with Carl Canedy, the 44-minute “Spreading The Disease” marked the first ANTHRAX album to feature singer Joey Belladonna and bassist Frank Bello (joining drummer Benante and guitarists Dan Spitz and Scott Ian), and set into motion the core elements that would become the essence of A...
SCORPIONS Celebrate MIKKEY DEE’s 57th Birthday With Pro-Shot Video Of Drum Solo
In celebration of drummer Mikkey Dee‘s 57th birthday, SCORPIONS have uploaded a professionally filmed video of one of his drum solos, filmed on tour with the hard rock legends. Check it out below. In September 2016, the Swedish musician was named as a permanent replacement for SCORPIONS‘ longtime drummer James Kottak, who was dismissed from the band during his well-publicized his battle with alcoholism. Dee, who spent almost 25 years as the drummer of MOTÖRHEAD, filled in for Kottak for a few months before being upgraded to the positon of a full-fledged member. In 2017, he spoke to the “Talking Metal” podcast about how the transition came about. “Overall, we clicked really right away — all of us together — and it sounded really good,” he said. “I w...
