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Nostalgia alert! In a clip shared to TikTok, Selena Gomez recreated her iconic “Crazy, Funky, Junky Hat” song from Disney’s Wizards Of Waverly Place.

Gomez and her friend, IG model, and influencer Lauren Wolfe, gave fans a special treat in a clip posted to Wolfe’s TikTok account. The actress and Wolfe showed off their adorable dance moves while lip-singing to the classic track.

“What’s that? A hat? Crazy, funky, junky hat,” Gomez and Wolfe lip-synched. “Overslept, hair unsightly. Trying to look like Keira Knightley. We’ve been there, we’ve done that. We see right through your funky hat.”

The song was initially performed by Gomez’s character on Wizards Of Waverly Place, Alex Russo, alongside her best friend, Harper Finkle, on the fourth episode of the show’s first season, back in 2007. The show followed the Russo family, who were restauranteurs by day, and wizards by night, complete with a lair behind their kitchen.

The Disney channel series was one of the longest-running programs, in the network’s history, with nearly 106 episodes, before going off the air in 20212. Joining them is That’s So Raven, with 100 episodes, and Hannah Montana, with 98.

This past October, the show celebrated its 15th anniversary.

These days you can find Gomez portraying Mabel Mora on Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building, where she plays a young artist turned amateur sleuth alongside Steve Martin and Martin Short.

Forget the visuals, Beyoncé fans are about to have a new obsession over the next couple of days. She’s the latest artist to partner with Amazon Music for a special performance. However, while the Amazon Music Live series has included names like 2 Chainz and Megan Thee Stallion, Queen Bey is apparently looking to do something a little different, inspired by the concept behind her latest album, Renaissance.

Since the album takes inspiration from the underground club scene of the late ’70s and ’80s that spawned the electronic dance music movement, Beyoncé will be hosting a Club Renaissance event in Los Angeles this Saturday, December 17, and Sunday, December 18. And like the old raves that influenced her house-and-techno-tinged album, the location will be kept a closely guarded secret. It’s a 21+ event (sorry, Blue Ivy, it’s past your bedtime) and the non-transferrable tickets will be limited to one per person.

While details are secretive, there may be a possibility to get a preview of the rumored stadium tour that Bey’s supposedly been preparing for. Among the rumors are reports that she’s been requiring her crew to forego alcohol and do periodic check-ins to ensure a safe work environment. Since Club Renaissance is an Amazon Music event, though, don’t be surprised if at least one of the performances live streams on the app.

You can get more information here.

The Boston Celtics running out to the best record in the NBA through 29 games at 22-7 has been impressive for a number of reasons, not the least of which is that they’ve done so without their All-Defensive Team center Robert Williams.

Williams has been rehabbing from offseason knee surgery to repair a meniscus injury that he played through in Boston’s run to the Finals a year ago. In his stead, the Celtics have leaned on Al Horford (when healthy), backup Luke Kornet, and small-ball lineups with Blake Griffin and Grant Williams acting as the center. However, there’s no question that a healthy Williams makes a huge impact on raising Boston’s ceiling, particularly on the defensive end, and on Thursday some very positive news emerged on his status.

After recently ramping up his work to scrimmages, Williams will be back on court for the Celtics on Friday as they face the Orlando Magic.

We’ll find out what kind of minutes restriction Williams will be on when Joe Mazzulla talks pregame on Friday, but it’s a big boost for a Celtics team that, while still holding the NBA’s best record, has stumbled just a bit recently, going 1-2 to complete their long road trip. Williams’ return should give the Celtics a bit of a jolt that’s always welcome in the doldrums of the regular season, and Mazzulla can start working out his rotations with one of his key players back in the fold.

The latest name to pop up in Los Angeles Lakers trade rumors is Kyle Kuzma, a former Laker who was sent to the Washington Wizards as part of the trade that led to Russell Westbrook heading to L.A. According to Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report, the Lakers have reached out and expressed interest in a move that would bring Kuzma back to the team where he started his NBA career.

With out of the way, it sure is funny timing that Kuzma tweeted this on Thursday, isn’t it?

Ok, so, it’s not: The Wizards have back-to-back games against the Clippers and Lakers this weekend. But still, the fact that Kuzma sent out a tweet in which he expressed his love for California did not go unnoticed by a pair of NBA players, as Donovan Mitchell and Trae Young — both of whom seem to be very in touch with the latest trade rumors — accused him of tampering.

Kuzma pointed out that it is not tampering to say nice things about the place where he lives.

Of course, none of this is actually tampering. On the year, Kuzma is averaging 21.4 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3.6 assists in 35 minutes per game while shooting a career-high 46.2 percent from the field.

We’ve been flush with well-made music biopics on legendary talents as of late. 2018’s Bohemian Rapsody told the story of Queen’s Freddie Mercury, 2019’s Rocketman likewise did the same for Elton John, and most recently, Baz Luhrmann gave us an exhaustive look at Elvis this year. Now the latest musical biopic to be announced is Whitney Houston’s I Wanna Dance With Somebody, and the iconic singer’s story definitely bears telling.

Houston will be played by Naomi Ackie, but her singing voice will still be all Whitney Houston’s original vocals. “When it came to Whitney, we just didn’t think anyone could capture her vocal genius, so it will be the Whitney voice in the film,” executive producer Clive Davis said in an interview with USA Today. So what else is there to know about the film? Well, everything. Check out our guide below to the release date of I Wanna Dance With Somebody, the plot, cast, and trailer.

Release Date

I Wanna Dance With Somebody will be in theaters on December 23. It’ll be exclusively in theaters (at least at first), so just in time for a holiday trip to the movies with the fam.

Cast

The role of Whitney Houston will be played by Naomi Ackie, who you might know from her role as Jannah in Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker. Stanley Tucci (of the popular Searching For Italy food documentary series) plays music executive Clive Davis, credited with discovering Houston. Also included in the main cast are Ashton Sanders, Tamara Tunie, Nafessa Williams, and Clarke Peters.

I Wanna Dance With Somebody will be directed by Kasi Lemmons (Harriet) and the screenplay was written by Anthony McCarten, who was nominated for an Oscar for Bohemian Rhapsody. Clive Davis executive produced the film.

Plot

The official plot of I Wanna Dance with Somebody calls it, “A powerful and triumphant celebration of the incomparable Whitney Houston.” It elaborates further, adding that, “The film is a no-holds-barred portrait of the complex and multifaceted woman behind The Voice. From New Jersey choir girl to one of the best-selling and most awarded recording artists of all time, audiences are taken on an inspirational, poignant—and so emotional—journey through Houston’s trailblazing life and career, with show-stopping performances and a soundtrack of the icon’s most beloved hits as you’ve never heard them before. Don’t you wanna dance?”

Trailer

Watch the trailer for I Wanna Dance With Somebody below.

There’s no denying how influential Nipsey Hussle was as a rapper and entrepreneur. His life’s legacy was literally defined by giving back to the local economy and the community of Crenshaw that he called home and the surrounding areas. Now, a college-level course called “The Marathon Continues: Building Brand Through Culture” will be taught around, “The art of branding ‘The Marathon Way’” and “Brand building strategies and tactics that are motivated and driven through cultural influence.”

Taught by Nipsey Hussle’s longtime business partner, David Gross, the course is coming to Los Angeles’ Loyola Marymount University School of Business Administration, an institution where Nipsey Hussle himself was once a professor. “The class will focus on Hussle’s genius and authenticity in his approach to business and life,” Gross wrote on Instagram.

Gross also gave some context surrounding the class that he and Hussle taught in the past and how it has led to this new course:

I gotta give flowers to Mitchell Hamilton, a tenured professor and the head of the Marketing Department at Loyola Marymount’s business school. He reached out to me and Nip in 2017 and asked if we’d teach a class at the business school. He gave us carte blanche, with the caveat that we were authentic and didn’t water anything down because we were in a university environment. The class was a hit, and it lead to a second class the following semester. This was Spring of 2019, so we never got to finish the class. Mitch has reached out to me several times in the following years, extending the opportunity to return and teach another class. He always told me I could teach whatever I wanted if it would both challenge and inspire his students….It’s finally time like to go back this Spring to teach a the class that honors Nip’s enormous legacy, and analyzes how he was able to put a dent in the universe by creating the most resonant brand to come out of the culture #TMC

And while a life-sized wax figure of Hussle just debuted in honor of the rapper in Ohio, an academic class about how his business mind works seems to be a far more compelling way spread the gospel of his legacy.

Nipsey Hussle is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Besides being an earth-conscious way to get around, traveling by train offers unrivaled views of the parts of the world in which they run — often because they deviate from congested roads and tread lightly through wild spaces. When winter comes, it doesn’t get cozier than sipping wine or cider from inside of a train while watching the transformed vista roll by, soft snow blanketing the landscape, sparkling all around.

There are many scenic train rides that make the most of winter around the world — ranging from Santa Claus-themed rides to hardcore journeys into the ice to winter-spirited trains in places where snow doesn’t fall. The choice of which one to ride is all yours. Here are 10 of the best options out there for taking a scenic train ride in winter.

Aurora Winter Train, Alaska

On weekends between September and May, the Alaska Railroad runs the Aurora Winter Train from Anchorage to Fairbanks, a 12-hour journey with several stops punctuating the stark winter wilderness of America’s largest state. The cozy railcars offer full views into the winter wonderland beyond the windows, including Denali coming into view over the Susitna River, and wildlife like moose. Add on dog sledding or a “flightseeing” tour to see even more angles of Alaska’s wild winter.

Visit the Alaska Railroad website for timetables and fares

The Polar Express, Norway

Norway’s longest continuous rail route is nothing short of a spectacular journey, especially in winter when snowy views can be backdropped by the beautiful Northern Lights — take the night train for the best chance. This 453-mile (729km) train trip from Trondheim to Bodø crosses 293 bridges, goes through 154 tunnels, and even takes passengers into the Arctic Circle. Wildlife like sea eagles and reindeer can be seen from the train, and there are even World War II sites to explore.

Visit Norway has all the info you need to book a one of a kind journey into Norway’s wintry north

Napa Valley Wine Train, California

While the closest thing to snow you’ll see during winter from the Napa Valley Wine Train is frost collecting on last season’s grapevines, it still makes for an excellent seasonal train ride. And while it’s true any time of year is the right time to drink wine on a historic train, their winter programming pairs very well with Napa vintages and vistas. Kid-friendly jolly journeys include cookie cars, table-side visits from Santa, and hot mugs of cocoa. If you’re looking for something more grown up, their Murder Mystery experiences are an incredibly fun, engaging way to experience Napa Valley.

Visit the Napa Valley Wine Train website for more info on Jolly Journeys and other experiences

Conway Scenic Railroad, New Hampshire

Nothing beats winter in New England, and the heritage railroad out of Conway in New Hampshire is one of the most delightful ways to experience the region when it’s covered in snow. They offer various excursions in vintage train cars, ranging from an hour through the Conway Valley to almost six hours over 60 roundtrips miles of New Hampshire. Santa’s Holiday Express is the perfect journey for the season, taking one and a half hours during which families can enjoy cookies and milk, take a treasure hunt, and of course, meet Santa himself.

Learn more about the Conway Scenic Railroad here

Churchill Polar Bear Expedition, Canada

If there’s one place you’re likely to see the rare and awe-inspiring polar bear, it’s in Churchill in the far northern reaches of Canada. Canadian Train Vacations offers a thrilling eight-day trip from Winnipeg to Churchill, during which passengers are treated to the incredible sight of Canada’s boundless wilderness during their two days and nights aboard the train. Once in Churchill, polar bear sightseeing tours and dog-sledding adventures are just the beginning of the experiences one can have in this remote corner of the world.

Learn more about this trip on the Canadian Train Vacations website

Winter Park Express, Colorado

Getting to a stellar ski resort in Colorado is now possible by train. The Winter Park Express is an Amtrak service that takes powderhounds from Union Station in Denver to Winter Park, less than two hours away. And because there’s a train coming from Denver International Airport, this entire ski trip can be planned without ever renting a car — or having to drive it in snow. The Winter Park Express not only drops passengers off at the slopes, it offers a scenic view of the Rocky Mountains along the way, thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows.

See Winter Park Express timetables and fares here

Glacier Express, Switzerland

Visiting the Swiss Alps is always a good idea, and seeing their glory over the course of an 8-hour train trip may be the best idea of them all. The Glacier Express is a train route that takes passengers through the three cantons of Valais, Uri, and Graubünden, starting or finishing in the famous resort town of St. Moritz.

When not glued to the panoramic views of the sheer, snow-capped cliffs the train snakes through, passengers are treated to a five-star, three-course meal and the finest European wine.

Learn more about the Glacier Express on their website

Amtrak Vacations: Yellowstone in the Winter, Utah

Amtrak Vacations offers an incredible range of train-based vacations in the United Stations, and this 5-day journey from Salt Lake City to Yellowstone is one of their best. America’s first national park is absolutely transformed in winter, replacing crowds of tourists with soft snow and valleys full of wildlife gathered to wait out the cold. While your nights will be spent at hotels along the route, your days will be filled with the most beautiful views of the American West dressed in its winter finest.

Check timetables and fares on the Amtrak Vacations website

Golden Eagle Danube Express, Central Europe

Described as a luxury hotel on wheels, the Golden Eagle Danube Express offers a voyage of a lifetime through Central Europe, where winter creates entirely new adventures. Austria’s snowy peaks, Budapest’s unique urban landscape, the spires of Prague: this train trip takes you through the heart of Central Europe’s singular beauty. And think of all the Christmas markets you’ll get to explore! Their Viennese New Year trip from Hungary to Budapest allows passengers to ring in the New Year with a champagne toast unlike any other.

Learn more about Golden Eagle’s winter trips here

EDITOR’S PICK: The Sunset Limited, Southwest United States

Clocking in at just under 48 hours, the Los Angeles to New Orleans route of Amtrak’s Sunset Limited is certainly a marathon and not a sprint. But at some point in your life, it’s worth the time investment for the glimpses of Americana it provides, glimpses that people who don’t travel by train really get to see. Running through Louisiana swamps, on through Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona — sometimes directly through people’s backyards and downtown areas of small-town America — on its way to California from New Orleans, and vice versa.

Be sure to spend some time with your camera and/or a book in the observation car, especially at sunset when passing through the deserts of the southwestern U.S. And you never know who you might meet dining at a communal table in the dining car! — Brett Michael Dykes

Learn more about the Sunset Limited here

Showtime is showing a lot of faith in Yellowjackets. Season two doesn’t premiere until March 26, 2023, but the lost-in-the-woods horror series — with television’s best non-Succession theme song — has already been renewed for season three.

“With Yellowjackets‘ runaway success in season one and the pent-up anticipation for season two, we wanted to maximize the momentum by fast tracking season three now,” Showtime CEO and president Chris McCarthy said in a statement. “The show’s ambition is only exceeded by its execution, and I thank the incredible creative team behind it, including [creators Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson], Jonathan [Lisco], eOne, and the Showtime team, for turning this into such a success.”

Lyle and Nickerson have previously revealed that they have a five-season plan for the show — but things could change. “I believe we’ve said five seasons earlier in interviews and have regretted it every day since, because people really latched onto that,” Lyle told Vulture. “I think what we’ll say about that is that we have a plan, and we do feel very good about the potential for story moving forward. But we have no interest in beating a dead horse or dragging things out longer than the story dictates.”

Five seasons should be enough to put a Tori Amos song in at least one episode.

(Via the Hollywood Reporter)

The Warriors dropped to 2-13 away from home on Wednesday night, losing to the Pacers in Indianapolis, but more concerning than another road loss was the early exit from Stephen Curry.

The Warriors’ star guard had to leave the game in the third quarter with a left shoulder injury after reaching in for a steal and quickly pulling his arm away, grasping at his shoulder before leaving for the locker room. There was little in the way of an official update on Wednesday night, as Curry and the team awaited Thursday’s MRI to determine the severity of the injury. While it appears he’s avoided a significant injury, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reports Curry is expected to miss “a few weeks” with the shoulder.

That timetable means he’s going to miss the Warriors’ game on Christmas Day against Memphis, and likely won’t return until early January, which is a considerable loss for Golden State (and the NBA). Curry has been carrying the Warriors offensively, averaging 30.0 points, 6.8 assists, and 6.6 rebounds per game this season, boasting 50.0/43.4/91.9 shooting splits. Without Curry, the Warriors are going to have to hope that Jordan Poole can regain his form of last year as he figures to get bumped into the starting lineup.

For a team with depth as its biggest issue so far this season, having to navigate a few weeks without Curry will be quite the challenge to even tread water and hang around the West playoff picture, as they currently sit 10th at 14-15.

GloRilla taps into her vulnerable side for her latest music video, ” No More Love,” off her EP, Anyways, Life Is Great…

Throughout the three-minute video, the Memphis rapper reflects on some of her life, past relationships, and the pitfalls of love.

“Sometimes I just sit back and just wonder, ‘What’s my purpose here?’ (I don’t know) / I need an answer ASAP ’cause I’m gettin’ a little nervous here (Woo),” she raps. “If they can’t see your worth, you gotta let ’em know they worthless here.”

GloRilla can be seen walking through what is presumably the streets of her old neighborhood, where friends and foes surround her.

“We was solid as a rock, but ’bout that paper, had to cut some h*es / It was f*ck the world with them, but now I’m just like, ‘F*ck them hoes’ (F*ck ’em),” she continued. “Catch one of them b*tches now, no doubt I’ll probably up that ho (Baow, baow).”

The “Tomorrow 2” rapper has been everywhere lately. From her debut performance at the 2022 BET Hip Hop Awards and releasing her recent album to being nominated by the Grammys for Best Rap Performance and preparing for her upcoming 2023 tour. It doesn’t seem like the Big Glo train is slowing down anytime soon.

Check out the video for “No More Love” above.