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We hope you had a great 4th of July celebration, Alan Jackson was one of the multiple performers during PBS’ annual Fourth of July broadcast, A Capitol Fourth, on Sunday, and the country star took the stage to perform his hit “Drive (For Daddy Gene)” during the show. A/J was at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, other performers during this year’s A Capitol Fourth included Mickey Guyton, Jimmie Allen, Jennifer Nettles.
Mike Eli Of Eli Young Band says they LOVE Fireworks but with family is better … “Because when you have young kids, that nostalgic moment of them sitting there with you watching the fireworks, it’s hard to beat that.” Fireworks goin off all night…just the best..especially when you’re trying to sleep.
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos is preparing for his space trip on July 20th. He will be accompanied by famous aviator Mary “Wally” Funk, who just turned 82 and will be the oldest person to fly in space. Jeff asked Mary when they return..open the hatch what the FIRST thing she’s going to say to her husband. “Honey, that was the BEST thing that’s ever happened to me.”
The Hollywood Reporter says there was something for everyone at the July Fourth box office. Universal’s F9: The Fast Saga kept the pedal to the metal in its second outing with a four day holiday haul of $30.1 million estimated take. It was closely followed by The Boss Baby sequel and The Forever Purge in third place.
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What weather event happens when warm air and cold air meet?

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Hollywood lost a true action legend today. Chuck Norris, the martial arts star and longtime “Walker, Texas Ranger” icon, has died at age 86, according to statements from his family. Beyond the screen, his larger-than-life reputation exploded online through viral “Chuck Norris facts,” turning him into one of pop culture’s most enduring memes.
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Arnold is back forging steel abs in Venice - Schwarzenegger is grinding at the legendary Gold’s Gym again, training for a Conan sequel. He wants real muscles on screen, even if Hollywood quietly sprinkles in some CGI seasoning.
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Luke Combs battled wings like a true warrior - Luke became the first country star on Hot Ones, turkey calling between bites and comparing spicy wings to a home invasion. Nashville just found a new extreme sport.
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Lainey, Riley, and Cody bringing stadium energy - The ACM Awards are heading to Vegas, and this trio is set to light up the MGM Grand stage. Rhinestones, roar, and probably at least one cowboy hat thrown in victory.
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