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    'The Voice' Season 20 Premiere Recap: Singers Perform for Blind Auditions

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    The first episode of brand new season 20 of the long-running NBC singing competition show kicks off with contestant Kenzie Wheeler performing for the Blind Auditions.

    Mar 2, 2021
    AceShowbiz – “The Voice” returned with brand new season 20 on Monday, March 1. The new season featured coaches Blake Shelton, John Legend, Nick Jonas and Kelly Clarkson returning. The first episode kicked off with contestant Kenzie Wheeler performing for the Blind Auditions.
    For his first performance, Kenzie opted to sing “Don’t Close Your Eyes” by Keith Whitley. He earned a four-chair turn but Blake was blocked by Kelly. “This guy has the triple threat mullet. I got screwed, but Kelly lost her block so that makes me happy,” Blake said.
    “Nothing has given me more pleasure than hearing your voice and Blake blocked. I tried to block Blake too, but it was already done. Blake is the best coach on this show, second to me, so it is an obvious choice,” Nick added. Kenzie eventually went to Team Kelly.
    The next singer was Dana Monique from Houston, Texas who sang “Freeway of Love”. Nick and John turned their chair for her. “Obviously you got the vocal power which makes me think that you have been singing for a long time. That was unbelievable and you have a choice to make between right and wrong. … I think you are absolutely exceptional,” Nick raved. The pitch apparently worked because Dana chose Nick as her coach.
    Cam Anthony from North Philadelphia then took the stage to sing “Lay Me Down”. Nick, John and Blake turned for him but John blocked Nick. “Your voice is so smooth. I mean it was incredible. You are probably thinking why would I pick Blake Shelton when Nick Jonas is there in a fresh Windexed jacket. I would be honored if you would be on Team Blake and I will keep that lane open for you,” Blake told Cam. The latter was convinced as he became the first member of Team Blake.

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    Following it up was Christine Cain from Pasadena, California. Singing “Watermelon Sugar”, she got Kelly and John turned their chair. Of her performance, John said, “I love that song and that was the most soulful version of that song. I just was captured by your tone, the energy of your voice, and the crackle. I would love to coach you. You don’t want to be on Kelly’s team.” Christine indeed went to Team John.
    Singing “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” was Madison Curbelo, though unfortunately no one turned for her. Up next was Pete Mroz from Nashville, Tennesse. He belted out “Can’t Find My Way Home” and it made both John and Blake hit their button. The coaches tried to get him on their respective team, but Pete eventually chose Blake.
    Devan Blake Jones then performed “Hard Place” and Nick was the only one who turned his chair. Later, Raine Stern hit the stage to sing “Electric Feel”. Everyone but Kelly turned their chair. Blake admitted to being speechless after the performance, while Nick said, “That was so electrifying, no pun intended. I am going to fight for you because you are the most unique and creative that we have seen on the show.” Devan went to Team Nick.
    Madison Marigold sang “If The World Was Ending” but no one hit their button. Corey Ward followed it up with a performance of “Dancing on My Own” and John and Kelly turned their chairs. Corey picked Team Kelly.
    Rounding out the night was Victor Solomon ifrom Peoria, Illinois. He performed John’s song “Glory” as John, Nick and Blake turned their chair. He received praises from John as he said, “You did some things that were better than I do for that song, you were better than me.” Victor chose to be on Team John.

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    Royal Expert Dubs Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Oprah Interview 'Ridiculous'

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    Royal biographer Robert Jobson claims in a new interview that the trailers for ‘Oprah with Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special’ are filled with ‘over the top, melodramatic nonsense.’

    Mar 2, 2021
    AceShowbiz – “Oprah with Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special” has yet to air, but Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have already received backlash following the release of its promos. In a new interview, royal biographer Robert Jobson claimed that it was “nonsense.”
    Speaking with Daily Mail on Monday, March 1, Jobson added that the promos were filled with “over the top, melodramatic nonsense.” He continued, “The queen and the royal family are not the Corleone family of Windsor.”
    “There are no hitmen or heavies going around silencing people. Meghan, whilst a working royal, was always protected by a team of Scotland Yard officers. Thankfully, she was never in danger physically and Harry knows that,” he went on to say.
    In one of the trailers, host Oprah Winfrey could be seen asking the Duchess of Sussex, “Were you silent or were you silenced?” In response to that, Jobson said, “Talk of being ‘silenced’ is just ridiculous. It suits a narrative, I suppose, but at what cost to the queen, Prince Philip and the royal family and our reputation as a country?”

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    In the explosive trailers, Prince Harry also voiced concern about whether the tragedy, which killed his mother Princess Diana, would happen once again to his wife. “I’m just really relieved and happy to be sitting here talking to you with my wife by my side because I can’t begin to imagine what it must have been like for her going through this process by herself all those years ago,” the 36-year-old shared.
    The Duke of Sussex then admitted that “it’s been unbelievably tough for the two of us. But at least we have each other.”
    According to CBS, “Oprah with Meghan and Harry” features Oprah speaking with “Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, in a wide-ranging interview, covering everything from stepping into life as a Royal, marriage, motherhood, philanthropic work to how she is handling life under intense public pressure.”
    The pair will later be joined by Prince Harry as they speak about their move to the United States and their future hopes and dreams for their expanding family.
    “Oprah with Meghan and Harry” is set to air on CBS on Sunday, March 7 at 8 P.M. PT/ET and 7 P.M. CT.

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    T.I. Not Returning for 'Ant-Man 3' Following Sexual Abuse Allegations by Multiple Women

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    It has been reported that the ‘Get Back Up’ spitter won’t be part of the cast for the ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp’ sequel as he and his wife Tiny are facing accusations of sexual abuse.

    Mar 2, 2021
    AceShowbiz – T.I. may have lost a job amid sexual abuse allegations against him. The rapper/actor has reportedly been dropped from “Ant-Man 3” after a lawyer calls for an investigation on the allegations by multiple women against the star, whose real name is Clifford Joseph Harris Jr.
    According to The Hollywood Reporter, T.I. won’t be returning for the follow-up to “Ant-Man and the Wasp”. In the first “Ant-Man” movie and its 2018 sequel, the 40-year-old star portrayed Dave, a friend to Paul Rudd’s Scott Lang/Ant-Man who helped him on his adventures along with ex-convicts Luis (Michael Pena) and Kurt (David Dastmalchian).
    While side characters such as T.I.’s Dave might have been expected to return, “Ant-Man 3” is still in development and there was never an official confirmation that T.I. was slated to return for the third movie. THR also notes that it’s unclear if the decision to not have T.I. in the upcoming installment has anything to do with the recent accusations of sexual abuse he is facing along with his wife Tiny Harris a.k.a. Tameka Cottle.

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    Attorney Tyrone A. Blackburn, who represents 11 people claiming to be victimized by the hip-hop couple, is seeking criminal inquiries on behalf of his clients, who accuse the couple of sexual abuse and assault. He sent letters to state and federal prosecutors Georgia and California on February 19. The attorneys general in those two states also received similar letters.
    At a virtual press conference on Monday, March 1, Blackburn detailed the allegations brought by six anonymous women claiming that T.I. and Tiny had abused them, with some describing instances of drugging, kidnapping and rape. He added that he’s withholding the names of the women because of concerns about potential intimidation.
    Through their lawyer Steve Sadow, the couple has denied the allegations. “Clifford (T.I.) and Tameka [Tiny] Harris deny in the strongest possible terms these unsubstantiated and baseless allegations,” he said in a statement. “We are confident that if these claims are thoroughly and fairly investigated, no charges will be forthcoming.”
    The lawyer insisted, “These allegations are nothing more than the continuation of a sordid shakedown campaign that began on social media. The Harrises implore everyone not to be taken in by these obvious attempts to manipulate the press and misuse the justice system.”

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    Taylor Swift Rips Netflix for 'Deeply Sexist Joke' in 'Ginny and Georgia'

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    The Sarah Lampert-created drama series upsets the ‘Shake It Off’ hitmaker and her fans after its season one finale features 15-year-old Ginny taking a jab at the pop star’s love life.

    Mar 2, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Taylor Swift has laid into Netflix bosses and writers behind TV show “Ginny & Georgia” for including a “deeply sexist” joke about her love life in the season one finale.
    The pop superstar’s fans initially took issue with the throwaway line on Sunday night, February 28, after viewing episode 10 of the comedy-drama, which focuses on the life of a mixed race teenager and her young mother in a fictional New England town.
    The instalment in question was written by creator Sarah Lampert and Debra J. Fisher, and featured the mother and daughter arguing about relationships, as 15-year-old Ginny quipped, “What do you care? You go through men faster than Taylor Swift.”
    The backlash was swift as the singer’s devotees took to social media and turned “#RespectTaylor” into a trending topic, and the “Shake It Off” hitmaker herself has now weighed in on the controversy, making it clear she wasn’t laughing.

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    “Hey Ginny & Georgia, 2010 called and it wants its lazy, deeply sexist joke back,” Taylor tweeted on Monday. “How about we stop degrading hard working women by defining this horse s**t as fuNny (sic).”
    She then turned on Netflix officials, with whom she had worked for her hit 2020 documentary “Miss Americana”.
    “Also, (Netflix) after Miss Americana this outfit doesn’t look cute on you,” she added, alongside an emoji of a broken heart. “Happy Women’s History Month I guess.”

    Taylor Swift called out ‘Ginny and Georgia’ for taking a jab at her love life.
    Representatives for Netflix or the “Ginny & Georgia” writers have yet to comment on the uproar.

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    'Oprah with Meghan and Harry' Teases 'Shocking Things' in First Promos

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    According to CBS, ‘Oprah with Meghan and Harry’ features Oprah speaking with Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle as well as her husband Prince Harry in a wide-ranging interview.’

    Mar 1, 2021
    AceShowbiz – “Oprah with Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special” has released the first two promos for the highly-anticipated interview between Oprah Winfrey and Meghan Markle as well as Prince Harry. In the promos, which were released on Sunday, February 28, the couple seemingly gets candid in the interview.
    “You’ve said some pretty shocking things here,” Oprah says to Prince Harry. The said shocking revelations seemingly are about the Duke of Sussex’s late mother Princess Diana.
    The British prince goes on to share, “My biggest concern was history repeating itself. I’m really relieved and happy to be sitting here, talking to you with my wife by my side because I can’t begin to imagine what it must have been for her going through this process by herself all these years ago.”
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    According to CBS, “Oprah with Meghan and Harry” features Oprah speaking with “Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, in a wide-ranging interview, covering everything from stepping into life as a Royal, marriage, motherhood, philanthropic work to how she is handling life under intense public pressure.”
    “Later, the two are joined by Prince Harry as they speak about their move to the United States and their future hopes and dreams for their expanding family,” the statement continued.
    Prior to this, it was said that Meghan and Harry would potentially lose all of their royal privileges ahead of the 90-minute tell-all sit-down. Harry allegedly was more than likely to be stripped of his three remaining honorary military titles, his patronages with the Rugby Football Union, Rugby Football League and the London Marathon. Additionally, he might lose any other links with the Royal Family organizations.
    As for Meghan, the former “Suits” actress might also have to step down as patron of the National Theatre. The report further claimed that Meghan and Harry most likely need to give up their links with the Commonwealth.

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    Rumors of Amber Heard Being Fired From 'Aquaman 2' Deemed 'Inaccurate'

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    Earlier reports suggested that the ‘Pineapple Express’ actress violated a clause in her contract for the Warner Bros. superhero movie because she’s gained weight.

    Mar 1, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Amber Heard isn’t being kicked out of the “Aquaman” franchise despite latest rumors stating otherwise. Reports swirled on the Internet anew that the actress was fired from “Aquaman 2”, though it’s not directly related to a petition asking for her removal from the upcoming movie or due to her ongoing defamation case against ex-husband Johnny Depp.
    Instead, according to the unconfirmed reports, the 34-year-old beauty was let go because she didn’t meet the physical requirement for the “Aquaman” sequel. She reportedly violated a clause in her contract for the Warner Bros. superhero movie because she’s gained weight.
    “Amber Heard did not pass her physical examination,” a source told Australian site Sausage Roll. “She’s put on some pounds and is in terrible shape. There is a clause in her contract which says she is required to be in good form ahead of shooting and she violated that.”
    The site additionally noted that Heard’s role demands her physical fitness to perform the stunts and the studio terminated her because she’s not in shape to handle such demanding task. It’s further reported that the studio was eying “Game of Thrones” alum Emilia Clarke to replace Heard.
    But before the rumors spread like wildfire, it has been debunked. The Hollywood Reporter’s staff writer Ryan Parker put to question the reliability of the information about Heard’s firing as he tweeted on Sunday, February 28, “Told by a reliable source that reports of Amber Heard being fired off ‘Aquaman 2’ are inaccurate.”

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    Rumors of Amber Heard being fired from ‘Aquaman 2’ are debunked.
    Back in 2020, more than one million people called for Heard’s removal from the “Aquaman” franchise amid her prolonged legal battle with her ex Depp. As petition urging Warner Bros. to replace the actress crossed the 1 million mark, the “Justice League” star countered it by declaring that she’s returning for the sequel.
    “I’m super excited about the amount of fan love and the amount of fan appreciation that ‘Aquaman’ has acquired and that it has garnered so much excitement for ‘Aquaman’ and Mera that it means we’ll be coming back,” she said last November. “I’m so excited to film that.”
    She went insisting, “Paid rumors and paid campaigns on social media don’t dictate (casting decisions) because they have no basis in reality. Only the fans actually made ‘Aquaman’ and ‘Aquaman 2’ happen. I’m excited to get started next year.”
    The petition gained a lot of support after Warner Bros. decided to remove Depp from “Fantastic Beasts 3” following his libel case loss against The Sun newspaper editors, who called him a “wife-beater” in a story.

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    Ice Cube Accuses Warner Bros. of Holding 'Friday' Film Franchise Hostage

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    Venting his frustration on social media, the rapper playing Craig Jones in the family comedy movie claims that the studio bosses do not allow him to take his ideas to other studios.

    Mar 1, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Rapper/actor Ice Cube has accused Warner Bros. studio bosses of holding his “Friday” film franchise hostage by refusing to green light a new sequel.
    The hip-hop icon previously revealed his planned final “Friday” instalment had stalled following the 2019 death of his movie dad, John Witherspoon, and now Cube claims film executives don’t want to move forward with the project at all – or allow him to take his ideas to other studios.
    Taking to Twitter to vent his frustration on Friday, February 26, he wrote, “#freefriday from the jaws of Warner Bros. who refuses to make more sequels. They have hi-jacked the happiness of the culture (sic).”

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    Sources tell TMZ Cube wanted to pitch the sequel plans to other production officials, but Warner executives would not release the rights to the franchise for him to do so.
    Fans have been calling on Cube to reunite his movie family for a long-awaited follow-up for years, as the original “Friday” debuted in 1995 and spawned 2000’s “Next Friday”, as well as the most recent sequel, “Friday After Next”, which was released in 2002.
    Warner chiefs have yet to respond to Cube’s allegations.
    Back in 2019, Cube shared his plans for the fourth sequel of “Friday”. During an appearance in an episode of ESPN’s “The Jump”, the 51-year-old claimed that “Last Friday” has had a completed script, and he was aiming to release it on April 26, 2020, which was the original film’s 25th anniversary.
    “We are pushing for it, we finished the script, we are getting notes from the studio and it’s going back and forth,” he shared. “Get into pre-production and start hiring. It would be nice for this to come out on the 25th anniversary.”

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    Jennifer Love Hewitt Has This to Say About Killing Real-Life Husband in '9-1-1'

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    Having met and fell in love with Brian Hallisay on the set of ‘The Client List’, the Maddie Buckley Kendall depicter in Ryan Murphy’s emergency services drama talks about reuniting with him onscreen.

    Mar 1, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Actress Jennifer Love Hewitt reveled in the opportunity to kill off her real-life husband Brian Hallisay in her U.S. drama series “9-1-1”.
    The stars, who met and fell in love on the set of “The Client List”, reunited onscreen in Ryan Murphy’s emergency services drama for its third series, and although Jennifer felt lucky to share her “scary scenes” with Brian, she also had a ball killing him off on TV.
    “He plays a really bad guy in 9-1-1 but it was lots of fun for us,” she told America’s “The Drew Barrymore Show”. “We had a great time getting to do it, but it was nice for us because we had to do some really scary scenes and we obviously trust each other so much that it made it really nice that it was him. I actually got to murder him, which is kind of crazy! And no therapy!”

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    Elsewhere in the interview, Hewitt opened up about the time she got drunk with Betty White. “One of the only times that I’ve been like super drunk was with Betty in public and she veered off into a bush and I thought, ‘Oh my gosh I’m going to kill the national treasure Betty White’, ” she confessed to host Drew Barrymore.
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    Spilling on what the veteran comedienne enjoyed, the 42-year-old actress noted, “Pizza and vodka are her favorites, she also loves hot dogs and she cheats at Scrabble horribly, but she’s Betty White so you just let her win.” She added, “And then [White] loves to end her nights with you by eating gummy bears. She’s everything you want her to be, she’s the best and I just love her to pieces.”

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