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Harry Styles Courts Controversy and Anger, Endorses Fan Who Yells “Viva, viva Palestina” During Amsterdam Show (Watch)

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Harry Styles Courts Controversy and Anger, Endorses Fan Who Yells “Viva, viva Palestina” During Amsterdam Show (Watch)

Harry Styles has so far managed to walk a fine line politically.

But the British pop star crossed that line tonight in Amsterdam at one of his shows.

When a fan yelled, “Viva, viva Palestina!” Styles responded, “Correct!”

This puts a new spin on Styles, who’s taking a stand here against Israel. How will his Jewish fans feel? Or the people who helped make him a star?

There’s going to be a lot of back pedaling tomorrow morning, especially since Harry is counting on his 30 shows at Madison Square Garden this fall to wild successes. “Viva Viva Palestina” is not the rallying cry here, no matter what anyone thinks.

Stay tuned…

Happy Ending: Chris Christie Finally Gets His Picture with Bruce Springsteen After It Seemed Like He’d Been Snubbed at A Concert

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Happy Ending: Chris Christie Finally Gets His Picture with Bruce Springsteen After It Seemed Like He’d Been Snubbed at A Concert

A couple of nights ago at Madison Square Garden, former NJ governor Chris Christie had a bad time.

It looked from video like Bruce Springsteen, on a big swing around the crowded stadium, snubbed him. (see at bottom)

Everyone thought so, at least, and the word spread quickly. Must have been a political thing, right?

But you know Bruce would not do that, even to Trump. He’s too much of a gentleman. And, of course, they do share a love of New Jersey.

Christie showed up again last night, which surprised everyone. And now the man behind Bridgegate got his wish — a backstage visit and a photo, now posted to social media.

Christie is certainly a music fan. In 2015, he sat in front of me for the Adele concert at Radio City Music Hall. He was very nice, but that was a long time ago, before all this Trump debacle began. It was after the Bridge incident, but I didn’t snub him, either.

Saying Goodbye to Dr. Hook, aka Dennis Locorriere, of the Medicine Show, Dead at Almost 77: From “Sylvia’s Mother” to “Rolling Stone”

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Saying Goodbye to Dr. Hook, aka Dennis Locorriere, of the Medicine Show, Dead at Almost 77: From “Sylvia’s Mother” to “Rolling Stone”

Sad news for folks my age.

Dennis Locorriere aka Dr Hook of the famed medicine Show, has died of kidney disease at age 76, a couple of weeks short of his birthday. He was married three times.

Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show were the kind of pop act that could survive in the 1970s with catchy singles. They didn’t win Grammy Awards and they weren’t hip. But they were the sort of group where you’d ask, Who sings that? And be surprised at the answer.

Dr. Hook had several hits starting with “Sylvia’s Mother,” one of a few songs circa 1973 where the narrator is at the sad end of a telephone call. “Sylvia’s mother said Thank you for calling.” It was a story, back when songs with them were appreciated. It probably helped that the group sing and play instruments.

Dr. Hook was also self-referential. That’s what made “The Cover of the Rolling Stone” take off. There was actually a time when acts wanted to be on that cover. Eventually, they made it.

Other hits included “When You’re in Love with a Beautiful Woman” and “Only Sixteen” (don’t worry, the narrator was, too).




Tonight’s “60 Minutes” Will Be the Last of Its Kind as At Least Two Correspondents are Leaving, and Maybe the Executive Producer

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Tonight’s “60 Minutes” Will Be the Last of Its Kind as At Least Two Correspondents are Leaving, and Maybe the Executive Producer

Everyone get your handkerchiefs out.

“60 Minutes” ends its season tonight. It will not return in the same condition.

The most respected news program on TV will not see its 60th birthday in 2028 wit the same independence and courage of its convictions.

Probably leaving: correspondents Sharyn Alfonsi and Bill Whitaker.

The former saw her El Salvador prison story postponed and then played on a night no one was watching. CBS News chief Bari Weiss sees Alfonsi as a threat to her world domination and string pulling by Trump.

Watch Alfonsi’s CECOT story here.

Whitaker, who’s done such a great job, turns 75 this summer, and is Black. Weiss isn’t crazy about either trait. He’s going to retire, at least from CBS. He should be given a huge send off, but Weiss will probably get him a gift card to Sephora.

Lesley Stahl, in her 80s, will probably stay until Weiss does something really bad to her. Scott Pelley? It’s 50/50 he’ll come back in the fall. But Weiss can’t really do the show without him.

Executive producer Tanya Simon is also a coin toss. She comes from establishment CBS News. Her father was beloved correspondent Bob Simon, who survived being kidnapped and all kinds of other atrocities only to die in a rogue Uber on the West Side Highway. Simon will have to decide if she can go forward with a “60 Minutes” for Fox News viewers, or go elsewhere.

The clock is ticking. You can hear it. Loudly.

Barbra Streisand Follows Jacob Elordi as Second Hollywood Star to Skip Cannes Over Injury: Knee Problems Prevent Closing Ceremony Attendance

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Barbra Streisand Follows Jacob Elordi as Second Hollywood Star to Skip Cannes Over Injury: Knee Problems Prevent Closing Ceremony Attendance

This is the Cannes from hell.

With new Hollywood stars, Thierry Fremaux was counting on Barbra Streisand to attend closing ceremonies and receive her honorary Palme d’or.

Now she says she can’t make the trip because of a knee injury. I’m sorry, she didn’t know that when she accepted?

Streisand is now the second actor to cancel Cannes over an injury. Earlier, Jacob Elordi said he broke his toe.

Are these real injuries? We don’t know.

I feel bad for Thierry. Everything has gone awry this year. No big studio movies. Few stars on the Croisette. Lots of D listers roaming around. No deals for distribution. And now, this.

Streisand said in a statement:

“On the advice of my doctors, as I continue recovering from a knee injury, I am sadly unable to attend the Festival de Cannes this year. But I am deeply honored to receive the Honorary Palme d’or and had so been looking forward to celebrating the remarkable films of the 79th edition.

“I was also very much looking forward to spending time with colleagues whom I so admire – and, of course, returning to France, a place I have always loved. While I regret that I can’t be there in person, I want to extend my warmest congratulations to all of the filmmakers from around the world whose extraordinary talent and creative vision are being celebrated this year.

“My heartfelt thanks to the Festival, and to everyone who continues to support and champion the art of cinema.”

The Festival says they will still put on a tribute Saturday night. Maybe Barbra can send a taped message, or appear via Zoom.

Watch Paul McCartney and Band Perform “Band on the Run” on “SNL,” Listen at the Start for the Delighted Gasp from the Audience

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Watch Paul McCartney and Band Perform “Band on the Run” on “SNL,” Listen at the Start for the Delighted Gasp from the Audience

Paul McCartney’s first song on “SNL” last night was a new one, “Days We Left Behind,” which is kind of a mix of “Things We Said Today” and “Days of Auld Lang Syne.” It’s from his new album, coming May 29th.

So we assumed the second number would also be a new one. But Paul surprised us, and the audience, with “Band on the Run.” Listen to the audible gasp of delight in the room. I swear, I did the same thing at home. It was like someone brought you the best gift ever.

Over the closing credits of the show, Paul and band performed “Coming Up.” Apparently they played two more songs after the cameras were off. Paul turns 84 next month. God bless him.

Cannes Annual Vanity Fair Party Lacks Celebs But Guests Included “the Ruling Family of Qatar,” And “a Cute Girl Taking Video from Meta Glasses”

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Cannes Annual Vanity Fair Party Lacks Celebs But Guests Included “the Ruling Family of Qatar,” And “a Cute Girl Taking Video from Meta Glasses”

Let’s start with the parties.

Thanks to Perpetual Guest Carl Tabor writing on Instagram we know the Vanity Fair party last night was a bust. No celebs, lots of advertisers. Took place a the Tetou pop-up revival way out on Cannes beach just as I told you the other day.

No one knows what Carl does, or how he gets into parties. But I’m sure glad he goes. This is what he says. You’ll notice a scarcity of A list names. Gone are the days of De Niro, Ford, Fonda, et al. Where was even John Travolta or Vin Diesel or James Franco, the festival’s main ‘gets’ this season? Did they have someplace better to go?

“The #vanityfair #Cannesfilmfestival #party for the last 15 years the vanity fair cannes party was always held at hotel du cap eden roc. But this year the relocated tetue restaurant was the place to be vivi nevo shows up late with the head of LVMH Bernard Arnault. a cute girl starts taking video from meta glasses while a guy shines a bright light they are from meta and are getting the stars to take pictures using the video glasses. The ruling family of qutar are in the house there is a ex military type in plain clothes standing with a huge Louis Vuitton at his feet looking at the crowd suspiciously. Over all a magical nigh and the good part is its right by my apartment over looking the Croisette.”

The picture from Carl’s Instagram puts him squarely in the center of the action!

Meantime, Charles Finch’s dinner was a far cry from the old days, also at the Eden Roc, with Mick Jagger and so on. He’s moved to a restaurant as well, shedding A listers. Sponsor Montblanc, pen in hand, must have wondered about the ball point of all this money spent.

Box Office: “Michael” Moonwalks All Over “Devil Wears Prada 2,” Unknown “Obsession” Scores, “In the Grey” is in the Red

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Box Office: “Michael” Moonwalks All Over “Devil Wears Prada 2,” Unknown “Obsession” Scores, “In the Grey” is in the Red

The juggernaut of “Michael” and “The Devil Wears Prada 2” continues unabated.

The real news there is “Devil” is starting to slow down at the box office while “Michael,” inexplicably, is getting hotter.

“Michael” took the number 1 slot this week with $26.1 million, bringing to closer to the $300 million mark. Worldwide, “Michael” is at $700 million. Shamone!

“Prada” was a distant second place with $18 mil, and a total of $175 million. Worldwide is $546 million.

These movies are big hits, although it’s unclear where that will put them in awards season. They’re perfect for the Critics Choice and Golden Globes, but Oscars may not be so easy.

The other big success of the weekend is a horror thriller called “Obsession” which made $16.1 million. No stars per se unless you include Conan O’Brien sidekick Andy Richter. “Obsession” is from Jason Blum’s Blumhouse Pictures, one of the great success stories of all time.

On the losing end came “In the Grey,” with two big movie stars — Jake Gyllenhaal and Henry Cavill. It’s a Guy Ritchie special, but relegated to a distribution company with a name similar to deli meats — Black Bear. No one knew it was coming, so no one went. Total $3 million. Next time, maybe, send some sliced turkey or a screening invite.

Paul McCartney Gets Rare Three Songs on “SNL” Season Finale Including Five Minute Version of “Band on the Run,” Plus a Sketch

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Paul McCartney Gets Rare Three Songs on “SNL” Season Finale Including Five Minute Version of “Band on the Run,” Plus a Sketch
Lorne Michaels knows how to end a season. He gave musical guest Paul McCartney a very rare three songs, including the five minute “Band on the Run.” Acts never get such long songs. The two other numbers were “Days We Left Behind” from the new album, and the show closer “Comin’ Up.” McCartney also was in a sketch and was very funny. It was a great season finale with Will Ferrell especially good as Jeffrey Epstein in the cold open with James Austin Johnson as Trump. Other guests included Molly Shannon, Aziz Ansari, and Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. What will we do for the next three months on Saturday nights? We’ll find something! PS Some thought Ringo would join Paul on the “SNL” stage. But I think that reunion might happen this week on Stephen Colbert to send off the Ed Sullivan Theater…Bari Weiss is turning it into a Sephora…

Swatch Has to Close Some Stores After Riots Break Out to Buy a Plastic Watch on A Lanyard That Isn’t Even a Limited Edition

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Swatch Has to Close Some Stores After Riots Break Out to Buy a Plastic Watch on A Lanyard That Isn’t Even a Limited Edition

Swatch, the plastic watch company known for its innovative designs, is having a bad morning.

The company has had to close some stores because riots are breaking out in the streets.

The cause of the uproar is a plastic watch face that comes on a lanyard, has no watch band, and isn’t even a limited edition.

It’s the latest Swatch collaboration with a “real” watch maker, in this case Audemars Piguet.

The watch is called Royal Pop, it comes in eight colors, and costs around $400.

Public response has been like the Gold Rush of the 1890s. Prospectors — aka re-sellers — think they can score a few and flip them for thousands of dollars.

They will be sorely mistaken. After this initial crush, Royal Pop will be available everywhere, and for a long time. And it’s unclear who will want it aside from a few collectors. It’s very expensive. For $400 you could buy a nice vintage watch on ebay or almost anywhere.

Replying to a customer’s frustration, Swatch Tweeted back: “We do our best to fulfil demand, and we hope that anyone who is a fan of this collaboration will soon be able to get their hands on one of these watches. We recommend that you check back regularly with your nearest selected store.”

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