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Dolly Parton is basically every Country music lover’s fairy god mother. And now, a statue of country music icon could be added to the Capitol grounds in Nashville, Tennessee. Should it get the go-ahead, the proposed statue would be financed by gifts, grants and other donations. To be located on the Capitol grounds, facing in the direction of Ryman Auditorium
Blake Shelton is already preparing for his wedding to Gwen Stefani. Us Weekly noted, Shelton appeared on Luke Bryan’s Apple Music show Party Barn Radio on Thursday, where the topic of his upcoming wedding to Gwen came up. During the interview, Blake said that he gained some weight while quarantining and now wants to lose around 20 pounds before his wedding day.
It was reported late last week that Saved by The Bell star Dustin Diamond, he played Screech on the show…has been diagnosed with stage IV cancer and is currently undergoing chemotherapy. NASCAR is teaming up with Insurance King to honor Diamond with a special paint scheme on the No. 89 Ford Mustang. It features the Saved by the Bell logo, and a picture of Dustin on the rear fenders while the door will say “Get well soon, Dustin.”
Variety is reporting good news for nerds: A live-action series based on “Dungeons & Dragons” is in the works. The screenwriter for “John Wick” Derek Kolstad is going to pitch a show based around the popular fantasy game. How serious could a show like this be? Well, Kolstad is also a writer on Marvel’s Disney+ show, “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.” …I won’t lie…I’m getting plus ten goosebumps.
People magazine says Jeopardy fans have started a petition to get the Jeopardy studio and stage named after Alex Trebek.
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AT THE MOVIES
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In theaters this weekend: “Ballerina”
Taking place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, the film follows Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas) who is beginning her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma.
https://youtu.be/0FSwsrFpkbw?si=UE5TcilnljWpEaSz
Ballerina is rated: R
Stars: Ana De Armas, Keanu Reeves and Ian McShane
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The guitar Michael J. Fox absolutely obliterates at the Enchantment Under the Sea dance? In Back to the Future? Yeah, it’s been missing since 1985—poof, gone, like Biff’s dignity. It’s a cherry red Gibson ES-345 and Gibson’s basically playing musical “Wanted” posters to get it back. Even Marty himself is pleading for its return in a video. Bonus fact: the guitar’s from the '60s, even though the scene was set in '55. So not only is it missing—it’s a time-traveling anachronism. Perfect...
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Jason Aldean just torched the whole encore charade. He said, “I’m not gonna leave the stage, make you beg, then stroll back out like it’s a surprise.” No, sir—he plays it all, drops the mic, and that’s it. Respect. None of this “Oh gee, did you really want to hear ‘Dirt Road Anthem?’” Dude, we know it's coming. This ain’t a magic show. It’s country music, not Criss Angel.
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Allegedly, Blake Lively just got booted from Taylor Swift’s inner circle, and she’s forming her own squad—less pop stars, more...whoever’s available. Sources say Taylor’s over the drama, and Blake’s out here auditioning new friends like it’s The Real Housewives of Manhattan. No tears, just a chilled glass of “watch me glow up without you.” The pettiness? Vintage. The revenge arc? Chef’s kiss.
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Headed to CMA Fest? Buckle up, honky-tonk hero. First, it's a clear bag only situation—so unless your purse is see-through like your ex’s promises, leave it at home. Ditch the cowboy boots too unless you’re into blisters and bad decisions. Oh, and plot twist—you don’t have to pay to see music. There’s free music all over the place. It’s like Coachella, but with more denim and less judgment.
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