The Grammys are rapidly approaching, and with the award show comes an opportunity to not only honor the standout acts of the years, but to also acknowledge the ones we lost. Last year, a true legend, Tina Turner, passed, leaving behind an indelible legacy which still resonates today in the works of artists like Beyoncé.
Perhaps that’s why the Grammys have selected Beyoncé to honor Tina Turner with a performance at this year’s awards. Beyoncé had already previously paid tribute to the late Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll during her Renaissance Tour last year, singing Turner’s 1966 song “River Deep – Mountain High.”
Beyoncé is tapped to honour the late Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll Tina Turner at this year’s Grammys
Beyoncé is not only a great choice because of the obvious Turner influences that run through her electrifying stage shows, but also because she is the most-awarded artist in Grammys history, bar none. Although many agree she was snubbed at the 2023 show for Album of the Year, she still surpassed every other name in the show’s history with her wins for Best Dance/Electronica Album, Best Dance Recording for “Break My Soul,” Best Traditional R&B Performance for “Plastic Off The Sofa,” and Best R&B Song for “Cuff It”
This year’s awards are scheduled for Sunday, February 4 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at the Crypto.com Arena (aka Staples Center) in Los Angeles, California. Trevor Noah will once again host, and even more icons will receive Lifetime Achievement Awards, including the Clark Sisters, N.W.A., and Donna Summer.
It seems, in all honesty, absurd that a man with a face like James Marsden has not achieved a God-like status amongst celebrities because he has been out-acting everyone since he first showed off those piercing laser eyes in X-Men. It’s taken a few decades of dramas, a handful of musicals, and one bunny buddy comedy, but Marsden is finally receiving the attention he deserves. And it was all because he was summoned for Jury Duty.
Marsden starred in the surprisingly hit “hoax” comedyJury Duty in which everyone in the courtroom was an actor besides the unsuspecting construction worker Ronald Gladden. Marsden received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor, and while he lost to Matthew Macfadyen, he is always a winner…to his mom.
The actor shared a screenshot (caught by People) of a text his mother sent him on the night of the Golden Globes which read:
My favorite moment of tonight was when they had your picture up with the other 5 nominees. Just like I’ve seen all my life of different nominee pics all together like that. And I saying to myself-my son is one of the 6 chosen and there he is up there on the tv screen next to the other nominees. MY son did that. I can’t quit smiling.
Marsden captioned the photo with a heart and said “My mom I love you.” And there’s always next year! Who knows, Marsden might get even more recognition this year when he stars in the highly anticipated film Unfrosted: The Pop-Tart Story.
It’s only been a few days since Halle Bailey and DDG announced the birth of their son, Halo, but they are already introducing him to the world of social media. Yesterday (January 9), the new parents launched an Instagram for him, and fans instantly flocked to follow it.
The account, @therealbabyhalo, has over 38,000 followers as of this post. “My stylist & dada @ddg run this page.. the flyest baby alive,” the bio reads.
However, for those who might have been expecting to see what Halo looked like, it might not happen for a while. In the first post on Halo’s Instagram, they blurred out the baby’s face for privacy reasons. All that can be seen is that he is rocking a black Nike onesie.
“Went all black nike tech today for doctor check ups… nun too crazy,” the caption reads.
This has left those interested a bit confused by the purpose. “What’s tha point in makin ah instagram for a baby who’s face yall don’t wanna show?” one user commented.
“Creating a page but don’t wanna show the face is wild,” another wrote with laughing emojis. “We supposed to like the baby feet?!?”
Others took a different approach and appreciated DDG for having fun with being a new father.
Hangout Festival is returning to Gulf Shores, Alabama this May for its breezy 13th iteration. The festival will take place over the course of three days (May 17 to 19) and feature an eclectic line-up of pop, rock, hip-hop, and R&B performers.
Scheduled to perform are Lana Del Rey, Zach Bryan, Koe Wetzel, Sexyy Red, Reneé Rapp, and more. And of course, with such a promising lineup, fans are dying to get their hands on tickets.
How to buy tickets for the 2024 Hangout Festival
Fans can purchase tickets from the festival’s official website beginning Friday, January 12 at 11 a.m. CST.
Ticket options include three-day general admission tickets, beginning at $299; GA Plus, beginning at $519; three-day VIP, starting at $1,299; and three-day $2,299. According to a press release, “all ticket types can be bundled into 4-packs and paired with shuttle passes or event merchandise for a discount, if added at the time of initial purchase. The Hangout team is also standing by to accommodate large groups looking to build custom vacation or staycation lodging packages for fans near and far.”
Though these tickets may cost you a pretty penny, Hangout has some economical options available. Fans can set layaway plans with a down payment of 20 percent. The festival has also partnered with Klarna to help guests set up other flexible payment plans.
You can see the lineup for Hangout Festival 2024 below.
Hangout Festival
Some of the artists mentioned here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
Killers of the Flower Moon is finally coming to Apple TV+ this week. What about other Apple’s other likely Oscar contender?
Directed by Ridley Scott, Napoleon is a (loosely) historical epic starring Joaquin Phoenix as Napoleon Bonaparte and Vanessa Kirby as the French emperor’s wife, Joséphine. The film — Scott and Phoenix’s first time working together since Best Picture winner Gladiator — is available now on premium video-on-demand and for digital purchase, but there’s no Apple TV+ debut yet.
It took Killers of the Flower Moon three months to get there; following that same timeline would have Napoleon on the streamer in February.
Here’s more:
Napoleon is a spectacle-filled action epic that details the checkered rise and fall of the iconic French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, played by Oscar-winner Joaquin Phoenix. Against a stunning backdrop of large-scale filmmaking orchestrated by legendary director Ridley Scott, the film captures Bonaparte’s relentless journey to power through the prism of his addictive, volatile relationship with his one true love, Josephine, showcasing his visionary military and political tactics against some of the most dynamic practical battle sequences ever filmed.
You can watch the trailer for Napoleon, which also stars Tahar Rahim, Mark Bonnar, Rupert Everett, and Youssef Kerkour, below.
Sin Lil Nas X usually talks with his tongue in his cheek, it might be hard for some to understand when the rapper is joking and when he’s being genuine. For instance, yesterday (January 9), he shared what appeared to be a letter from Liberty University, accepting him into their Biblical Studies program. But, is that actually true?
Will Lil Nas X study Biblical Studies at Liberty University?
It doesn’t look likely, no.
Since that tweet was shared on X (formerly Twitter), a community note about who signed the supposed letter has been added, which reads, “This is an altered image. Jerry Falwell, the former president of Liberty University, passed away in 2007. The current President of Liberty University is Dondi E. Costin.” The note also links to an official page from Liberty that confirms Falwell’s passing.
Furthermore, Jerry Falwell Jr., who took over as the university’s president after his father’s passing, addressed Nas’s tweet, writing on X, “This is the real Jerry Falwell, Pres of Liberty University 2007-2020, and that is my signature. I know this is a joke but I wouldn’t have hesitated to sign that letter for you to enroll. Don’t believe all the lies that have been told the last 3 yrs! No judgment at LU, only grace!”
This is the real Jerry Falwell, Pres of Liberty University 2007-2020, and that is my signature. I know this is a joke but I wouldn’t have hesitated to sign that letter for you to enroll. Don’t believe all the lies that have been told the last 3 yrs! No judgment at LU, only grace!
With the Ted prequel series arriving this week, star Max Burkholder weighed in on the burning question on everyone’s mind: Who would win in a fight? Seth MacFarlane‘s foul-mouthed teddy bear, or the sweet and lovable Paddington. While you can probably see where this is going, Burkholder gave each opponent a fighting chance. Briefly.
“Ted! Ted 100%!” Burkholder told The Hollywood Handle. “Yeah, I mean, Paddington is a physical bear, he’s got claws and teeth but Ted would like just shoot him with a gun like, it’s not even close.”
Would Ted really shoot Paddington with a gun? The MacFarlane-voiced bear is packing heat in the trailer for the new Peacock series, but he’s also not the best shot or able to hold a gun without falling over. Plus, all the drugs, which in hindsight, makes Ted a wild card, so this probably wasn’t the best road to go down. Anyway…
Here’s the official synopsis for Ted:
In this comedic prequel event series to the Ted films, it’s 1993, and Ted the bear’s (Seth MacFarlane) moment of fame has passed. He’s now living back home in Framingham, Massachusetts with his best friend, 16-year-old John Bennett (Max Burkholder), along with John’s parents, Matty and Susan (Scott Grimes and Alanna Ubach) and cousin Blaire (Giorgia Whigham). Ted may be a lousy influence on John, but at the end of the day, he’s a loyal pal who’s always willing to go out on a limb for friendship.
The Seattle Seahawks will join a very active coaching carousel this offseason in the NFL, as rather shocking word broke on Wednesday that longtime head coach Pete Carroll is stepping down from his role as coach in 2024.
Carroll has been the coach in Seattle for 14 years, making him one of the longest tenured head coaches in the league, winning one Super Bowl in 2013 and compiling a 137-89-1 record over his time with the Seahawks. The 72-year-old will stay with the franchise in an advisory role, but the team will now make a coaching change and join the Falcons, Raiders, Titans, Panthers, Commanders, and Chargers as teams searching for a new head coach — with the Patriots potentially joining the fray.
The Seahawks are certainly an intriguing destination for coaching candidates, as there’s clearly a willingness to give coaches space and time, as Carroll’s teams have had ups and downs in recent years and been able to work through them. It also raises questions about what their long-term plans are at quarterback, with Geno Smith facing a 2024 guarantee date on his contract of February 16, and if they’re looking to reset their timeline with a new coach, he could be an intriguing option for the many teams looking for quarterback help.
In any case, Seattle will be making a coaching change for the first time in 15 years, and we’ll find out exactly what direction they want to go in as a franchise. It didn’t take long for current Cowboys defensive coordinator and former Seahawks DC Dan Quinn to be named as one of the top candidates for the job.
Dan Quinn expected to be among the leading candidates to return to the #Seahawks, this time as head coach. https://t.co/9z0W2KTKO6
These days, it’s next to impossible to scroll Instagram without seeing the “travel the world” folks. You know who I’m talking about… The hostel-hopper dude scuba diving with manta rays in Mexico on a Tuesday at 2 pm. Or that chick from your high school who’s been traveling non-stop for the past six months selling courses on how to “travel while broke.” And yes, the lifestyle looks amazing but… even when they say it’s attainable… it’s tough to believe.
Are these trust fund babies? OnlyFans success stories?
Maybe. But likely not. After being thrust into full-time travel myself two years ago thanks to a condo fire (0/10 stars, don’t recommend!), I found that it’s not all that complicated to travel the world — er, parts of the world — for practically free. Work exchanges, house-sitting gigs, and getting a job in the travel industry are the main methods of the madness. Though there are always new ones emerging.
Here’s what you’ll need to leap off the proverbial edge (besides courage and/or house fire) and hit the road. If you’re interested in reading more about my story, click here!
You’re probably not going to travel the world “for free” in the lap of luxury. Maybe you become an au pair for a wealthy Parisian family or the muse of a world-renowned hotel photographer, but in many cases — especially if you’re going the work-trade route — you’ll be in some unglamorous (see: nearly feral) living conditions. That said, hostel work and agriculture-based volunteer ships are great character builders!
You can also expect to spend some money along the way on transportation, visa fees, personal care, and random life stuff. Remember, nothing is actually free in life. You’ll have to contribute to something outside of yourself to make this “travel for free” lifestyle a reality. If you’re still interested, there are of websites and resources online to help you make this happen. So we’ve put the essentials right here at your fingertips, Uproxx style.
A tried and true way to travel the world for free is through work exchange or volunteering. Which can sometimes include pay. I found a volunteer position at a beautiful eco-lodge on a volcanic crater lake in Nicaragua. I taught yoga and led marketing and web design for three months. On top of free accommodation and food, and making some money teaching yoga, I left with meaningful (and valuable) connections and a sharper skill set.
Pretty priceless perks, if you ask me.
Volunteer positions and work trades are unique and plentiful! Get to work on a farm through a volunteer program like WWOOFING (stands for world wide opportunities on organic farms), live abroad teaching English in Thailand, check in guests as a receptionist at a hotel or hostel in the Caribbean, or provide home and childcare for families all over the world.
Ask yourself what you can offer, where you want to travel, and what kind of environment you want to be in. If you’re hoping for a serene vibe, maybe don’t apply to bartend at that hostel! Once you find a host whose needs match your offerings, apply, and don’t be afraid to negotiate more projects for extra benefits once you’ve established a relationship. (We’d warn against asking for a better deal before you’ve proven yourself!)
Here are some essential volunteer programs and work exchange websites:
There are thousands of people all over the world looking for someone trustworthy (like you) to watch their house while they’re away. Many house sits are long-term (a month or more) and include watching pets.
House sitters have room and board in exchange for house care, yard maintenance, and any other agreed-upon duties outlined by the owners. The downside is that you can’t really leave to explore the country the way you can with off-days during volunteerships. Another way of looking at this is as a retreat in another country, where you get to intimately know a city/town as a local!
The way I’ve found to travel the world for free is by working in the travel industry. Travel writers (as just one example) have the opportunity to go on press and media familiarization trips to review hotels or even tour entire countries. There are plenty of other options if writing isn’t your vibe (sorry but, how? It’s like talking but with the power of a redo button).
Take a look at the tourism/travel industry job listed below. Also, if you’re really good at what you do, you can work freelance for international companies that will fly you out for events and projects. Hell, one time in an airport I met a woman who works for a produce company and gets flown around the world just to sell apples!
Travel Based Jobs:
Travel/Food/Beverage writer
Flight Attendant
Travel influencer
Travel agent
Work on a cruise ship
Captain/skipper/yacht hand
Travel nurse/doctor
PART V — Other Ways to Travel For “Free”
Remember that traveling for free is rarely that — there’s usually sqweat equity involved. And if you’re going to be “working” to some degree, either you should be 1) getting a fair wage, 2) learning a new skill set, 3) gaining desired experience. If making a fair wage is your aim, in many situations you’ll find that making American dollars is more desirable than local wages. Meaning that you can tutor online to American students and actually afford that hotel in Nicaragua — without having to spend 10 hours a day behind the desk.
If “free” is your aim — you can rely on the kindness of strangers and find accommodation on Couchsurfing, Be Welcome, and Host A Sister (sorry dudes, ladies only). The only exchange in those cases is a modicum of kindness. And really, if you can’t offer that — maybe it’s time to get off the road and do some soul searching.
A lot of parents are tired of being told how technology is screwing up their kids.
Moms and dads of the digital age are well aware of the growing competition for their children’s attention, and they’re bombarded at each turn of the page or click of the mouse with both cutting-edge ideas and newfound worries for raising great kids.
But beneath the madness of modernity, the basics of raising a moral child haven’t really changed.
Parents want their kids to achieve their goals and find happiness, but Harvard researchers believe that doesn’t have to come at the expense of kindness and empathy. They say a few tried-and-true strategies remain the best ways to mold your kids into the morally upstanding and goals-oriented humans you want them to be.
Here are six practical tips:
1) Hang out with your kids.
This is, like, the foundation of it all. Spend regular time with your kids, ask them open-ended questions about themselves, about the world and how they see it, and actively listen to their responses. Not only will you learn all sorts of things that make your child unique, you’ll also be demonstrating to them how to show care and concern for another person.
2) If it matters, say it out loud.
According to the researchers, “Even though most parents and caretakers say that their children being caring is a top priority, often children aren’t hearing that message.” So be sure to say it with them. And so they know it’s something they need to keep up with, check in with teachers, coaches, and others who work with your kids on how they’re doing with teamwork, collaboration, and being a generally nice person.
3) Show your child how to “work it out.”
Walk them through decision-making processes that take into consideration people who could be affected. For example, if your child wants to quit a sport or other activity, encourage them to identify the source of the problem and consider their commitment to the team. Then help them figure out if quitting does, in fact, fix the problem.
4) Make helpfulness and gratitude routine.
The researchers write, “Studies show that people who engage in the habit of expressing gratitude are more likely to be helpful, generous, compassionate, and forgiving — and they’re also more likely to be happy and healthy.” So it’s good for parents to hold the line on chores, asking kids to help their siblings, and giving thanks throughout the day. And when it comes to rewarding “good” behavior, the researchers recommend that parents “only praise uncommon acts of kindness.”
5) Check your child’s destructive emotions.
“The ability to care for others is overwhelmed by anger, shame, envy, or other negative feelings,” say the researchers. Helping kids name and process those emotions, then guiding them toward safe conflict resolution, will go a long way toward keeping them focused on being a caring individual. It’s also important to set clear and reasonable boundaries that they’ll understand are out of love and concern for their safety.
6) Show your kids the bigger picture.
“Almost all children empathize with and care about a small circle of families and friends,” say the researchers. The trick is getting them to care about people who are socially, culturally, and even geographically outside their circles. You can do this by coaching them to be good listeners, by encouraging them to put themselves in other people’s shoes, and by practicing empathy using teachable moments in news and entertainment.
The study concludes with a short pep talk for all the parents out there:
“Raising a caring, respectful, ethical child is and always has been hard work. But it’s something all of us can do. And no work is more important or ultimately more rewarding.”
This article originally appeared on 06.16.15
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