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British singers Adele, Ed Sheeran refuse to perform at King Charles' coronation
The 'Hello' hitmaker, 34, rejected the invitation while 'The A-Team' singer Ed, 32, found it "difficult" for him to perform at the May 7 show at Windsor Castle due to his gig in America, reports aceshowbiz.com.
The Sun reported on Sunday that Adele has nothing publicly scheduled for May 7 or after March 25 when her Las Vegas residency is set to end, but she is apparently.
'Bittersweet time', says Austin Butler as he honours Lisa Marie after BAFTA win
"It's been a really unimaginably tragic time, you know, and grief is a long process," Butler said in the winners' press room following his win, according to 'Variety'. "And so my heart and my love was with [the Presley family] always. I feel honoured to have been welcomed into the family. It's a bittersweet time." Butler also expressed how lucky he felt to portray the legendary singer, a thought that often crossed his mind while he was making the film.
76th BAFTA: All showbiz people use same Netflix account, says Jamie Lee Curtis
Before handing out the trophy for Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer to Charlotte Wells for 'Aftersun', Jamie had some insider information for 'all the newbies' as she has been in the showbiz for "long enough". The 'Everything Everywhere All at Once' actress said from the stage, "All showbiz people are on a WhatsApp group, the admin of which is Emma Thompson."
76th BAFTA: Best Supporting Actor, Actress go to 'The Banshees of Inisherin'
The film has won Best Original Screenplay, Best Supporting Actor and Best Support Actress awards. While the Best Original screenplay was awarded to Martin Mcdonagh, who is also the film's director, Best Supporting Actor was bagged by Barry Keoghan. Keoghan interestingly edged out his "The Banshees Of Inisherin" co-actor Brendan Gleeson to clinch the award.
76th BAFTA: Indian film 'All That Breathes' loses to 'Navalny' in Best Documentary race
"All That Breathes", which has been internationally co-produced, has been directed by Shaunak Sen. The film's intricately layered portrait reveals an evolving city and a fraternal relationship bonded by purpose as it follows siblings Mohammad Saud and Nadeem Shehzad, who rescue and treat injured birds. The film was the only Indian nomination at the BAFTAs this year.
76th BAFTA: Best Actor for Austin Butler, Cate Blanchett Best Actress
Austin defeated his contenders like Colin Farrell, Brendan Fraser, Daryl Mccormack, Paul Mescal and Bill Nighy while Cate defeated Viola Davis, Danielle Deadwyler, Ana De Armas, Emma Thompson and Michelle Yeoh. Earlier, "Elvis" took home the honours for Best Make Up & Hair, Best Costume Design, Best Casting. "Tar", which was nominated in five categories of Best Film, Best Direction, Best Sound, Best Original Screenplay and Best Actress, could only manage to win one trophy in the Best Actress category.
76th BAFTA: Edward Berger gets Best Director for 'All Quiet
After winning the honours for Best Cinematography, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Film Not In The English Language, the film has now clinched the Best Director award for Edward Berger, Best Sound and Best Original Score. The film is the top contender at this year's BAFTAs as it's leading the pack with 14 nominations. Of these, the film has already won six awards.
William and Kate top up procession of celebs at 76th BAFTA Film Awards
The royals were the last to arrive, says 'Variety', following a parade of nominees, presenters and guests, notably Michelle Yeoh, Eddie Redmayne, Jamie Lee Curtis, Ariana DeBose and Daryl Mccormack. Kate paired a floor-length white Alexander McQueen dress, which she has worn previously, with black gloves and gold earrings. When the royal couple walked in, many of the people gathered outside shouted "We love you, Kate".
Kristen Stewart joins Berlin Film Festival red carpet protest against Iranian regime
They also demanded the release of imprisoned journalists and an Iranian rapper, reports 'Variety'. Actress Golshifteh Farahani, who is also on the jury; "Holy Spider" actress Zar Amir Ebrahimi; and "The Siren" director Sepideh Farsi were among dozens of Iranian film professionals participating in the protests hosted by Berlinale co-directors Mariette Rissenbeek and Carlo Chatrian.
76th BAFTA: Guillermo del Toro's 'Pinocchio' takes home Best Animated Film Honour
The film, which uses stop-motion animation, is a musical dark fantasy directed by Guillermo del Toro and Mark Gustafson, with a screenplay by del Toro and Patrick McHale from a story by del Toro and Matthew Robbins.
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