It was a Mother’s Day-themed edition of Saturday Night Live this past week, with former cast member Maya Rudolph taking on host duties, and Vampire Weekend serving as musical guest for the season’s penultimate episode.
Viewership for the Rudolph-led SNL was slightly below average. The sketch show hauled in an average of 4,251,000 total viewers and 899,000 P18-49 viewers on May 11, 2024, per live-plus-same-day data from Nielsen. That’s – 10% in total viewers and -11% in P18-49 from the most-recent episode — led by Dua Lipa on May 4. It’s the show’s smallest live-plus-same-day audience since the March 30, 2024 episode (hosted by Ramy Youssef). Delayed viewing data for the May 11 episode won’t arrive for several days.
Out of the 19 SNL episodes that have aired this season to-date, the Maya Rudolph-led show comes in at No. 11 in total live-plus-same-day viewers, and No.
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Viewership for the Rudolph-led SNL was slightly below average. The sketch show hauled in an average of 4,251,000 total viewers and 899,000 P18-49 viewers on May 11, 2024, per live-plus-same-day data from Nielsen. That’s – 10% in total viewers and -11% in P18-49 from the most-recent episode — led by Dua Lipa on May 4. It’s the show’s smallest live-plus-same-day audience since the March 30, 2024 episode (hosted by Ramy Youssef). Delayed viewing data for the May 11 episode won’t arrive for several days.
Out of the 19 SNL episodes that have aired this season to-date, the Maya Rudolph-led show comes in at No. 11 in total live-plus-same-day viewers, and No.
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- 5/14/2024
- by A.J. Katz
- LateNighter
Taylor Swift continues to reign on the Billboard 200 albums chart. Her latest 31-track opus, “The Tortured Poets Department,” held on to the number-one spot for a third week, this time with 282,000 equivalent album units based on its combined record sales, individual track sales and online streaming performance. Read all about this week’s chart here at Billboard.com.
It was a good week for Dua Lipa too, though, despite not coming close to challenging Swift for the top spot. Her third studio album, “Radical Optimism,” debuted at number-two (an all-time career high for the artist) with 83,000 album units (also a career best), including 51,500 in traditional album sales. Her previous album, “Future Nostalgia,” peaked at number-three but had tremendous staying power on the chart thanks in large part to its blockbuster singles “Don’t Look Now” and “Levitating.”
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It was a good week for Dua Lipa too, though, despite not coming close to challenging Swift for the top spot. Her third studio album, “Radical Optimism,” debuted at number-two (an all-time career high for the artist) with 83,000 album units (also a career best), including 51,500 in traditional album sales. Her previous album, “Future Nostalgia,” peaked at number-three but had tremendous staying power on the chart thanks in large part to its blockbuster singles “Don’t Look Now” and “Levitating.”
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- 5/14/2024
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
Dua Lipa’s new album Radical Optimism has arrived, and though it’s been met with mixed reception from critics and fans alike, it has debuted on the Billboard 200 at No. 2.
Featuring a neo-psychedelia-inspired sound with significant contributions from Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker, Radical Optimism is Lipa’s first full-length release since 2020’s Future Nostalgia. As Consequence’s Mary Siroky wrote in her review, the album’s 11 songs show that Lipa is “ready to soak up the sun and dance,” though the album as a whole “might not be quite as radical as one might have hoped.”
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Nonetheless, the album has performed pretty well, debuting at No. 1 on the UK Official Albums Chart with the biggest week of sales for any British female artist since Adele’s 30 in 2021. Likewise, earning the No. 2 slot on the Billboard 200 marks Lipa’s highest chart debut to date,...
Featuring a neo-psychedelia-inspired sound with significant contributions from Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker, Radical Optimism is Lipa’s first full-length release since 2020’s Future Nostalgia. As Consequence’s Mary Siroky wrote in her review, the album’s 11 songs show that Lipa is “ready to soak up the sun and dance,” though the album as a whole “might not be quite as radical as one might have hoped.”
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Nonetheless, the album has performed pretty well, debuting at No. 1 on the UK Official Albums Chart with the biggest week of sales for any British female artist since Adele’s 30 in 2021. Likewise, earning the No. 2 slot on the Billboard 200 marks Lipa’s highest chart debut to date,...
- 5/13/2024
- by Jo Vito
- Consequence - Music
It takes a village to mount a weekly production like Saturday Night Live, and cue cards are one of the most integral parts of it all.
Now the show is offering a rare glimpse at the cue card team at work during last weekend’s episode hosted by Dua Lipa in a new “Beyond Studio 8H” video posted to the show’s YouTube channel.
SNL famously relies on cue cards to guide its performers through a scene. Because script changes happen so often—right up until showtime—the performers can’t fully memorize anything in advance. These constant edits—and the show’s live nature—also mean an entire team is needed to update the cards by hand with every change.
Among the faces featured in the backstage video is one that viewers may recognize. Wally Feresten, the supervisor of the team, has worked on Saturday Night Live since 1990, and...
Now the show is offering a rare glimpse at the cue card team at work during last weekend’s episode hosted by Dua Lipa in a new “Beyond Studio 8H” video posted to the show’s YouTube channel.
SNL famously relies on cue cards to guide its performers through a scene. Because script changes happen so often—right up until showtime—the performers can’t fully memorize anything in advance. These constant edits—and the show’s live nature—also mean an entire team is needed to update the cards by hand with every change.
Among the faces featured in the backstage video is one that viewers may recognize. Wally Feresten, the supervisor of the team, has worked on Saturday Night Live since 1990, and...
- 5/11/2024
- by Nick Riccardo
- LateNighter
Is “SNL” new tonight? Yes. NBC’s late night sketch comedy series returns on Saturday night with host Maya Rudolph and musical guest Vampire Weekend. Rudolph was a regular cast member from 2000 to 2007, and this marks her third time as host following her stints in 2012 and 2021. The funnylady also took home a pair of guest star Emmys for “Saturday Night Live” in 2020 and 2021 for her role as Vice President Kamala Harris. In this week’s “SNL” promo video (watch above), Rudolph and Kenan Thompson do their best Dracula impressions in front of Vampire Weekend.
The regular cast members for “Saturday Night Live” Season 49 are, in credits order: Michael Che, Mikey Day, Andrew Dismukes, Chloe Fineman, Heidi Gardner, James Austin Johnson, Punkie Johnson, Colin Jost, Ego Nwodim, Sarah Sherman, Kenan Thompson and Bowen Yang. The featured players are: Marcello Hernandez, Molly Kearney, Michael Longfellow, Chloe Troast and Devon Walker. In a move of solidarity,...
The regular cast members for “Saturday Night Live” Season 49 are, in credits order: Michael Che, Mikey Day, Andrew Dismukes, Chloe Fineman, Heidi Gardner, James Austin Johnson, Punkie Johnson, Colin Jost, Ego Nwodim, Sarah Sherman, Kenan Thompson and Bowen Yang. The featured players are: Marcello Hernandez, Molly Kearney, Michael Longfellow, Chloe Troast and Devon Walker. In a move of solidarity,...
- 5/11/2024
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Classic rock songs from the 1990s definitely had a huge impact on the rap-rock of today but it’s hard to see its influence on Dua Lipa’s Radical Optimism or most of her songs. Regardless, the “New Rules” singer explained how a certain subgenre of 1990s rock had a big impact on her attest record. She said one 1990s song in particular takes her breath away.
Dua Lipa compared ‘Radical Optimism’ to 1 classic song
“Britpop” is one of those musical terms that is ubiquitous in the United Kingdom but lesser known in the United States. “Britpop” is the name of a genre of British rock music that became popular in the 1990s. It was a form of alternative rock with catchy melodies and upbeat lyrics that stood in stark contrast to grunge music. While grunge was inspired by punk rock, Britpop drew more from polished 1960s bands like The Beatles.
Dua Lipa compared ‘Radical Optimism’ to 1 classic song
“Britpop” is one of those musical terms that is ubiquitous in the United Kingdom but lesser known in the United States. “Britpop” is the name of a genre of British rock music that became popular in the 1990s. It was a form of alternative rock with catchy melodies and upbeat lyrics that stood in stark contrast to grunge music. While grunge was inspired by punk rock, Britpop drew more from polished 1960s bands like The Beatles.
- 5/11/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for Doctor Who, Baby Reindeer and the Met Gala.
Baby Reindeer FYC event
Writer, creator and star Richard Gadd joined co-stars Jessica Gunning and Nava Mau, director Weronika Tofilska and editor Peter Oliver for a For Your Consideration panel in L.A. on Tuesday.
Jessica Gunning, Richard Gadd and Nava Mau
Doctor Who premiere
Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson walked the red carpet at the L.A. premiere of their Disney+ series, alongside showrunner Russell T. Davies, on Wednesday.
Russell T. Davies, Craig Erwich (president, Disney Television Group), Ncuti Gatwa, Millie Gibson, Ayo Davis (president, Disney Branded Television) and Charlie Andrews (executive vp, live action and unscripted series at Disney Branded Television)
Loot FYC event
Apple TV+ kicked off its “Think Apple TV+ Emmy House” on May 3 with an FYC event for Loot,...
Baby Reindeer FYC event
Writer, creator and star Richard Gadd joined co-stars Jessica Gunning and Nava Mau, director Weronika Tofilska and editor Peter Oliver for a For Your Consideration panel in L.A. on Tuesday.
Jessica Gunning, Richard Gadd and Nava Mau
Doctor Who premiere
Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson walked the red carpet at the L.A. premiere of their Disney+ series, alongside showrunner Russell T. Davies, on Wednesday.
Russell T. Davies, Craig Erwich (president, Disney Television Group), Ncuti Gatwa, Millie Gibson, Ayo Davis (president, Disney Branded Television) and Charlie Andrews (executive vp, live action and unscripted series at Disney Branded Television)
Loot FYC event
Apple TV+ kicked off its “Think Apple TV+ Emmy House” on May 3 with an FYC event for Loot,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The music from Dua Lipa’s Radical Optimism sounds very modern. Despite this, one of the album’s creators explained how Motown songs inspired it. He picked out one Smokey Robinson tune in particular as a model for the songs on Dua Lipa’s newest record. Notably, Robinson said he had a lot to say about his legacy as a musicians.
A producer compared Dua Lipa’s ‘Radical Optimism’ to a Smokey Robinson song
Lipa is a high-tech, modern pop star. Her music is filled with synthesizers and the latest genre trends. However, even the most forward-thinking pop stars can look to the past for inspiration. The classic hits of Motown inspired the construction of songs from Lipa’s Radical Optimism if not its sonic palette.
Danny L Harle is one of the producers of Radical Optimism. During a 2024 interview with Grammy.com, Harle discussed one of the concepts behind the album.
A producer compared Dua Lipa’s ‘Radical Optimism’ to a Smokey Robinson song
Lipa is a high-tech, modern pop star. Her music is filled with synthesizers and the latest genre trends. However, even the most forward-thinking pop stars can look to the past for inspiration. The classic hits of Motown inspired the construction of songs from Lipa’s Radical Optimism if not its sonic palette.
Danny L Harle is one of the producers of Radical Optimism. During a 2024 interview with Grammy.com, Harle discussed one of the concepts behind the album.
- 5/9/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Hollywood Reporter has landed 44 nominations for the 66th annual SoCal Journalism Awards, including print journalist of the year for Rebecca Keegan and best website.
Other nominations were bestowed upon THR’s Songwriter Roundtable, podcasts Awards Chatter and It Happened in Hollywood, and the Live Feed and Heat Vision blogs, in addition to THR’s original photography, videos, criticism and social media posts.
The awards are handed out by the Los Angeles Press Club, which noted that more than 2,300 entries were submitted this year. The winners will be announced at an awards dinner gala June 23 at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles.
Below is a list of THR’s nominations. See a full list of noms.
Journalist Of The Year
Print, over 50,000 circulation
Rebecca Keegan
All Media Platforms — Print, Radio, Podcast, TV or Online
Multimedia Package
Mesfin Fekadu, THR Photo Team, THR Video Team,, “The Hit Squad: Billie Eilish,...
Other nominations were bestowed upon THR’s Songwriter Roundtable, podcasts Awards Chatter and It Happened in Hollywood, and the Live Feed and Heat Vision blogs, in addition to THR’s original photography, videos, criticism and social media posts.
The awards are handed out by the Los Angeles Press Club, which noted that more than 2,300 entries were submitted this year. The winners will be announced at an awards dinner gala June 23 at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles.
Below is a list of THR’s nominations. See a full list of noms.
Journalist Of The Year
Print, over 50,000 circulation
Rebecca Keegan
All Media Platforms — Print, Radio, Podcast, TV or Online
Multimedia Package
Mesfin Fekadu, THR Photo Team, THR Video Team,, “The Hit Squad: Billie Eilish,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Kimberly Nordyke
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
When inspiration strikes artist Derek Eads, he’ll “run with it.” And this week, that creative spark came in the form of Saturday Night Live’s “The Anomalous Man.”
The black-and-white short set in Victorian London features Ms. Emily (host/musical guest Dua Lipa), a beautiful young woman who attends a play and is so moved by the writing that she requests to meet the writer. “I feel like our souls are one,” she explains, before being warned that she may be “shocked” by his appearance.
She’s introduced to the playwright, Peter (Sarah Sherman), who sits alone in the dark and describes himself as “a monster.” But Miss Emily is smitten, and boldly takes him into her home and her bed… which is when she hears his phone(s) blowing up with texts from other women. “Wash that ass,” “I’m trying to show you what this snout do,...
The black-and-white short set in Victorian London features Ms. Emily (host/musical guest Dua Lipa), a beautiful young woman who attends a play and is so moved by the writing that she requests to meet the writer. “I feel like our souls are one,” she explains, before being warned that she may be “shocked” by his appearance.
She’s introduced to the playwright, Peter (Sarah Sherman), who sits alone in the dark and describes himself as “a monster.” But Miss Emily is smitten, and boldly takes him into her home and her bed… which is when she hears his phone(s) blowing up with texts from other women. “Wash that ass,” “I’m trying to show you what this snout do,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Jennifer M. Wood
- LateNighter
So much of modern music feels like it was created by a computer algorithm to appeal to as many people as possible while having little artistic value. Dua Lipa’s Radical Optimism is the antithesis of that. The album’s producer discussed his history of working with avant-garde musicians and why he brought the same energy to working with the “Levitating” singer.
The connection between Dua Lipa’s ‘Radical Optimism’ and Charli Xcx
Danny L Harle is a songwriter and producer who has worked with artists such as Charli Xcx and Rina Sawayama. More recently, he was one of the producers of Lipa’s Radical Optimism. During a 2024 interview with Grammy.com, he was asked if he approached Radical Optimism differently than his work with underground singers.
“Not at all,” he replied. “My approach to this stuff, especially these days, is that I can just do my thing. I’m...
The connection between Dua Lipa’s ‘Radical Optimism’ and Charli Xcx
Danny L Harle is a songwriter and producer who has worked with artists such as Charli Xcx and Rina Sawayama. More recently, he was one of the producers of Lipa’s Radical Optimism. During a 2024 interview with Grammy.com, he was asked if he approached Radical Optimism differently than his work with underground singers.
“Not at all,” he replied. “My approach to this stuff, especially these days, is that I can just do my thing. I’m...
- 5/9/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
If this story were a hard-boiled detective novel, the title might be The Case of the Mysteriously Shrinking Album.
Over the past few weeks, both Beyoncé and Taylor Swift unveiled projects that seemed to include every piece of music they had ever recorded for their respective albums: Cowboy Carter stretched out to 27 tracks, the complete version of The Tortured Poets Department to 31. But while critics and some fans grapple with that overload of material, another diametrically opposed trend is shaping up. For some modern pop artists, and a few veterans,...
Over the past few weeks, both Beyoncé and Taylor Swift unveiled projects that seemed to include every piece of music they had ever recorded for their respective albums: Cowboy Carter stretched out to 27 tracks, the complete version of The Tortured Poets Department to 31. But while critics and some fans grapple with that overload of material, another diametrically opposed trend is shaping up. For some modern pop artists, and a few veterans,...
- 5/8/2024
- by David Browne
- Rollingstone.com
South by Southwest has found some new directions on the compass: In June 2025, SXSW London will bring the leading global festival, in its biggest expansion ever, to Europe.
Badges will go on-sale this October for the London event which, like the original in Austin that has steadily grown over 40 years, will feature panel discussions, tech presentations, film screenings, music performances, networking events, sponsorship activations, and so much more. Register your interest in attending here.
The usual edition of SXSW in Austin will also take place March 7-15, 2025, without any alteration.
“As a life-long fan of SXSW I truly believe that it’s more than an event — it’s a movement, a platform where the world’s greatest minds, musicians and motivators come to share their passion and their vision of the future,” said Randel Bryan, managing director of SXSW London.
“I am delighted to welcome SXSW to London for the...
Badges will go on-sale this October for the London event which, like the original in Austin that has steadily grown over 40 years, will feature panel discussions, tech presentations, film screenings, music performances, networking events, sponsorship activations, and so much more. Register your interest in attending here.
The usual edition of SXSW in Austin will also take place March 7-15, 2025, without any alteration.
“As a life-long fan of SXSW I truly believe that it’s more than an event — it’s a movement, a platform where the world’s greatest minds, musicians and motivators come to share their passion and their vision of the future,” said Randel Bryan, managing director of SXSW London.
“I am delighted to welcome SXSW to London for the...
- 5/8/2024
- by Christian Blauvelt
- Indiewire
The South by Southwest festival is expanding to London in June, 2025.
The SXSW brand, which originated in Austin, Texas almost four decades ago, has grown to become synonymous with the celebration of the convergence between creativity, culture and technology. London is the latest expansion outpost, after SXSW launched a branded festival in Sydney, Australia last year.
Like the festivals in Austin and Sydney, SXSW London will combine entertainment, music and technology, and the debate and discussion of challenging issues including AI, climate change, politics and society.
Since 1987, SXSW has hosted leading speakers and participants across a multitude of disciplines, including Christiane Amanpour, Deepak Chopra, Mark Cuban, Melinda Gates, Dave Grohl, Sadiq Khan, Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Steven Spielberg, Dr. Lisa Su, Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, Tilda Swinton, Taika Waititi, Elizabeth Warren, Amy Webb, Michelle Yeoh, and Mark Zuckerberg.
SXSW also provided early showcases for musical acts including Amy Winehouse,...
The SXSW brand, which originated in Austin, Texas almost four decades ago, has grown to become synonymous with the celebration of the convergence between creativity, culture and technology. London is the latest expansion outpost, after SXSW launched a branded festival in Sydney, Australia last year.
Like the festivals in Austin and Sydney, SXSW London will combine entertainment, music and technology, and the debate and discussion of challenging issues including AI, climate change, politics and society.
Since 1987, SXSW has hosted leading speakers and participants across a multitude of disciplines, including Christiane Amanpour, Deepak Chopra, Mark Cuban, Melinda Gates, Dave Grohl, Sadiq Khan, Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Steven Spielberg, Dr. Lisa Su, Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, Tilda Swinton, Taika Waititi, Elizabeth Warren, Amy Webb, Michelle Yeoh, and Mark Zuckerberg.
SXSW also provided early showcases for musical acts including Amy Winehouse,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
The best music videos take inspiration from unexpected places. For example, Dua Lipa’s “New Rules” video was partly inspired by iconic model Naomi Campbell. Lipa saw a deeper meaning in one of Campbell’s advertising campaigns and she incorporated some of its imagery into the “New Rules” clip. Lipa’s choreographer revealed how “New Rules” was meant to empower women.
Dua Lipa felt a Naomi Campbell ad showed female strength
What makes the “New Rules” clip so fascinating is its choreography. The music video depicts Lipa surrounded by female friends. Through a choreographed dance routine, Lipa’s friends prevent her from returning to a bad ex-boyfriend. In a music landscape where fewer and fewer superstars know how to dance well, the “Hotter than Hell” singer did a routine on a par with Michael Jackson at his best.
During a 2019 interview with The Cut, the “Cold Heart” singer discussed the idea behind “New Rules.
Dua Lipa felt a Naomi Campbell ad showed female strength
What makes the “New Rules” clip so fascinating is its choreography. The music video depicts Lipa surrounded by female friends. Through a choreographed dance routine, Lipa’s friends prevent her from returning to a bad ex-boyfriend. In a music landscape where fewer and fewer superstars know how to dance well, the “Hotter than Hell” singer did a routine on a par with Michael Jackson at his best.
During a 2019 interview with The Cut, the “Cold Heart” singer discussed the idea behind “New Rules.
- 5/8/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
2023 was the year Barbie took over cinemas, but few would have predicted that she would take over music as well. Barbie: The Album featured several hit songs, including Dua Lipa’s “Dance the Night.” Lipa revealed how that song came together. She also explained how “Dance the Night” encapsulates her personal philosophy.
Dua Lipa co-wrote ‘Dance the Night’ from ‘Barbie’ with major musicians
“Dance the Night” was written by Lipa and regular co-writer Caroline Ailin as well as Andrew Wyatt (Lady Gaga’s “Shallow”) and Mark Ronson of “Uptown Funk!” fame. During a 2023 interview with IndieWire, the “New Rules” singer revealed that she penned the song for Greta Gerwig’s Barbie. Lipa wanted the tune to match up with a dance sequence from the film.
“We went back and we redid the verses and the melody a little bit, and then I wanted to tailor the lyrics like a score,...
Dua Lipa co-wrote ‘Dance the Night’ from ‘Barbie’ with major musicians
“Dance the Night” was written by Lipa and regular co-writer Caroline Ailin as well as Andrew Wyatt (Lady Gaga’s “Shallow”) and Mark Ronson of “Uptown Funk!” fame. During a 2023 interview with IndieWire, the “New Rules” singer revealed that she penned the song for Greta Gerwig’s Barbie. Lipa wanted the tune to match up with a dance sequence from the film.
“We went back and we redid the verses and the melody a little bit, and then I wanted to tailor the lyrics like a score,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
This year’s Met Gala was attended by a memorable guest list of musicians including Bad Bunny, Lana Del Rey, Dua Lipa, Janelle Monáe, and Cardi B, but Katy Perry was not among them. However, AI-generated photos of the singer on the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art fooled many people into thinking otherwise — including her own mother.
AI renderings of Perry “attending” the annual event quickly went viral on Monday night, purportedly showing the artist wearing a billowing floral gown that would have fit with the dress code of “The Garden of Time.” So many social media users were tricked into thinking she went to the Met Gala that Perry herself had to debunk the images.
“Couldn’t make it to the Met, had to work,” Perry clarified in the caption of an Instagram carousel featuring two of the fake photos. She also shared a text message from her mother,...
AI renderings of Perry “attending” the annual event quickly went viral on Monday night, purportedly showing the artist wearing a billowing floral gown that would have fit with the dress code of “The Garden of Time.” So many social media users were tricked into thinking she went to the Met Gala that Perry herself had to debunk the images.
“Couldn’t make it to the Met, had to work,” Perry clarified in the caption of an Instagram carousel featuring two of the fake photos. She also shared a text message from her mother,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Music
Austin City Limits will return in October with headlining performances from Dua Lipa, Tyler the Creator, Chris Stapleton, Blink-182, Sturgill Simpson, and Pretty Lights. The annual music festival, which will be held over two weekends, will also feature appearances from Reneé Rapp, Foster The People, Dominic Fike, the Marías, Leon Bridges, Kevin Abstract, Chappell Roan, and more.
Acl 2024 opens on Oct. 4 and runs through Oct. 6 before picking back up for its second weekend, scheduled for Oct. 11 through 13 at Zilker Park. The event will hold performances across nine different stages to accommodate dozens of artists.
Acl 2024 opens on Oct. 4 and runs through Oct. 6 before picking back up for its second weekend, scheduled for Oct. 11 through 13 at Zilker Park. The event will hold performances across nine different stages to accommodate dozens of artists.
- 5/7/2024
- by Larisha Paul
- Rollingstone.com
Austin City Limits has revealed its 2024 lineup, led by headliners Dua Lipa, Tyler, the Creator, blink-182, Sturgill Simpson, Chris Stapleton, Khruangbin, Leon Bridges, and Pretty Lights.
Other notable acts set to play the festival in Austin, Texas this fall include Carin León, Kehlani, Norah Jones, Reneé Rapp, Orville Peck, Foster the People, The Marías, Vince Staples, Tyla, Jungle, Chappell Roan, Something Corporate, Remi Wolf, Kevin Abstract, Santigold, Kenny Beats, The Beaches, Catfish and the Bottlemen, Mickey Guyton, Mannequin Pussy, Flo, Asleep at the Wheel, Hermanos Gutiérrez, and more.
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Austin City Limits takes place over two weekends, October 4th-6th and 11th-13th, at Zilker Park. While a majority of the announced acts will play both weekends of the festival, there are a few exceptions — as detailed via the lineup poster below.
Tickets to Acl 2024, including three-day Ga, Ga+, and VIP passes, will go on sale beginning Tuesday,...
Other notable acts set to play the festival in Austin, Texas this fall include Carin León, Kehlani, Norah Jones, Reneé Rapp, Orville Peck, Foster the People, The Marías, Vince Staples, Tyla, Jungle, Chappell Roan, Something Corporate, Remi Wolf, Kevin Abstract, Santigold, Kenny Beats, The Beaches, Catfish and the Bottlemen, Mickey Guyton, Mannequin Pussy, Flo, Asleep at the Wheel, Hermanos Gutiérrez, and more.
Get Austin City Limits 2024 Tickets Here
Austin City Limits takes place over two weekends, October 4th-6th and 11th-13th, at Zilker Park. While a majority of the announced acts will play both weekends of the festival, there are a few exceptions — as detailed via the lineup poster below.
Tickets to Acl 2024, including three-day Ga, Ga+, and VIP passes, will go on sale beginning Tuesday,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Scoop Harrison
- Consequence - Music
The Singer Shared Hilarious Text Exchange After Mom Fooled By AI Image(Photo Credit –Instagram)
Katy Perry’s Mom was reportedly hoodwinked by an AI Image of her daughter attending the Met Gala, prompting a hilarious text exchange between them. On Monday, May 6, The California Gurls singer, who skipped the Met Gala, appeared to share a text message in which her Mother was fooled by a fabricated image of her attending the coveted fashion event of the year in New York.
In the text, her Mom, seemingly impressed by her ensemble, wrote, “Ha Feather! I didn’t know you went to the Met. What a gorgeous gown. You look like the Rose Parade; you are your own float.” An amused Katy Perry, who was not at the event, replied: “lol mom, the AI got you too, Beware!”
In a caption of the post, the pop star explained that she had...
Katy Perry’s Mom was reportedly hoodwinked by an AI Image of her daughter attending the Met Gala, prompting a hilarious text exchange between them. On Monday, May 6, The California Gurls singer, who skipped the Met Gala, appeared to share a text message in which her Mother was fooled by a fabricated image of her attending the coveted fashion event of the year in New York.
In the text, her Mom, seemingly impressed by her ensemble, wrote, “Ha Feather! I didn’t know you went to the Met. What a gorgeous gown. You look like the Rose Parade; you are your own float.” An amused Katy Perry, who was not at the event, replied: “lol mom, the AI got you too, Beware!”
In a caption of the post, the pop star explained that she had...
- 5/7/2024
- by Anushree Madappa
- KoiMoi
Saturday Night Live returned on May 4 after a two week hiatus, and viewers flocked to an episode which seemed to get better as it continued.
With singer-actress Dua Lipa pulling double duty as host and musical guest, the sketch show delivered an average of 4,741,000 total viewers and 1,009,000 P18-49 viewers on May 4, 2024, per Nielsen live-plus-same-day data. That’s up +1% in total viewers and +3% in P18-49 from the most-recent episode — led by fellow Barbie alum Ryan Gosling on April 13.
Out of the 18 SNL episodes that have aired this season to-date, the Dua Lipa-led show is now the third most-watched in real-time, and the most-watched since the Oct. 28, 2023 episode hosted by Nate Bargatze.
The aforementioned numbers will grow substantially as delayed viewing data trickles in over the next week.
Continue reading Dua Lipa-Led SNL Delivers Largest Live+Same Day Audience Since October at LateNighter.
With singer-actress Dua Lipa pulling double duty as host and musical guest, the sketch show delivered an average of 4,741,000 total viewers and 1,009,000 P18-49 viewers on May 4, 2024, per Nielsen live-plus-same-day data. That’s up +1% in total viewers and +3% in P18-49 from the most-recent episode — led by fellow Barbie alum Ryan Gosling on April 13.
Out of the 18 SNL episodes that have aired this season to-date, the Dua Lipa-led show is now the third most-watched in real-time, and the most-watched since the Oct. 28, 2023 episode hosted by Nate Bargatze.
The aforementioned numbers will grow substantially as delayed viewing data trickles in over the next week.
Continue reading Dua Lipa-Led SNL Delivers Largest Live+Same Day Audience Since October at LateNighter.
- 5/7/2024
- by A.J. Katz
- LateNighter
Join the Saturday Night Network as we take a dive deep into all of the most interesting moments from this weekend’s Saturday Night Live with host and musical guest Dua Lipa (S49 E18). This week on our roundtable podcast, host Jon Schneider is joined by panelists and SNL superfans Morgan Killoren, Amanda Mitchell, & Gary Seith.
Our roundtable show streams live Mondays on SNL weeks beginning at 8:00pm Et. To watch the episode, click the YouTube embed above.
Meet your panelists:
Jon Schneider is the main host of the Saturday Night Network. Jon has seen every episode of Saturday Night Live going back to 1975 and loves discussing how new episodes affect the legacy of the show. His favorite SNL cast member of all time is Will Forte.
Morgan Killoren is pop-culture guru who loves following all of the latest trends. She has been podcasting with the Saturday Night Network...
Our roundtable show streams live Mondays on SNL weeks beginning at 8:00pm Et. To watch the episode, click the YouTube embed above.
Meet your panelists:
Jon Schneider is the main host of the Saturday Night Network. Jon has seen every episode of Saturday Night Live going back to 1975 and loves discussing how new episodes affect the legacy of the show. His favorite SNL cast member of all time is Will Forte.
Morgan Killoren is pop-culture guru who loves following all of the latest trends. She has been podcasting with the Saturday Night Network...
- 5/7/2024
- by Saturday Night Network
- LateNighter
Barbie dolls have had a shockingly huge impact on pop music. Perhaps the most famous example is Dua Lipa‘s “Dance the Night” from the soundtrack of Greta Gerwig’s Barbie. Lipa explained what she was trying to accomplish with the song and how she felt making it.
Dua Lipa’s ‘Dance the Night’ is 1 of many songs inspired by Barbie
For a piece of plastic, Barbie is surprisingly musically influential. She inspired Aqua’s classic bubblegum hit “Barbie Girl” and its various derivatives. In addition, Nicki Minaj calls her fans “Barbies” and repeatedly references the doll in her songs and music videos. Avant-garde director Todd Haynes directed Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story, a film with no actors other than stop-motion animated Barbie dolls.
Perhaps the doll’s greatest musical moment was Barbie: The Album. The album served as the soundtrack for Gerwig’s Barbie and featured contributions from Minaj,...
Dua Lipa’s ‘Dance the Night’ is 1 of many songs inspired by Barbie
For a piece of plastic, Barbie is surprisingly musically influential. She inspired Aqua’s classic bubblegum hit “Barbie Girl” and its various derivatives. In addition, Nicki Minaj calls her fans “Barbies” and repeatedly references the doll in her songs and music videos. Avant-garde director Todd Haynes directed Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story, a film with no actors other than stop-motion animated Barbie dolls.
Perhaps the doll’s greatest musical moment was Barbie: The Album. The album served as the soundtrack for Gerwig’s Barbie and featured contributions from Minaj,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Updated with latest: The first Monday in May marks the opening of The Costume Institute’s spring exhibition, and theme to The Met Gala’s theme, Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.
The coveted golden ticket to fashion’s big night out will be attended by a select few guests including Hollywood royalty, politicians, chart-topping musicians, and power players from all walks of life. No awards will be handed out tonight, accolades are traded for applause and gasps instead. Guests will transform into living works of art, each vying for the coveted title of Best Dressed.
Guest included Lily Gladstone, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Pamela Anderson, Sydney Sweeney, Sarah Jessica Parker, Dua Lipa, Doja Cat, Gwendoline Christie, Lana Del Rey, Nicole Kidman, Kylie Minogue, Luca Guadagnino, Keke Palmer, Ariana Grande, Riley Keough, Nicholas Galitzine, Donald Glover, Demi Moore, Steven Yeun, Greta Lee, Taylor Russell, Lily James, Penélope Cruz, Dan Levy, Greta Gerwig, Josh O’Connor,...
The coveted golden ticket to fashion’s big night out will be attended by a select few guests including Hollywood royalty, politicians, chart-topping musicians, and power players from all walks of life. No awards will be handed out tonight, accolades are traded for applause and gasps instead. Guests will transform into living works of art, each vying for the coveted title of Best Dressed.
Guest included Lily Gladstone, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Pamela Anderson, Sydney Sweeney, Sarah Jessica Parker, Dua Lipa, Doja Cat, Gwendoline Christie, Lana Del Rey, Nicole Kidman, Kylie Minogue, Luca Guadagnino, Keke Palmer, Ariana Grande, Riley Keough, Nicholas Galitzine, Donald Glover, Demi Moore, Steven Yeun, Greta Lee, Taylor Russell, Lily James, Penélope Cruz, Dan Levy, Greta Gerwig, Josh O’Connor,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Robert Lang
- Deadline Film + TV
The first Monday in May has arrived, which means it’s Met Gala time.
For its 2024 edition, the annual fundraiser benefiting the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute was hosted by Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny, Chris Hemsworth, and Anna Wintour with the theme of “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” (the title of the Institute’s latest exhibition), and a dress code of “The Garden of Time,” a reference to the 1962 J.G. Ballard short story of the same name.
Accordingly all the stars arrived in New York City donning the finest horticulture-inspired couture, with natural designs and floral garnishes abound. Below, you the outfits worn by Lana Del Rey, Dua Lipa, Rosalía, Ariana Grande, Charli Xcx, FKA twigs, Jennie of Blackpink, Stray Kids, Lil Nas X, Tyla, plus Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Ayo Edebiri, Lily Gladstone, and Uma Thurman.
Notably, 2024 marks the most expensive year in history for the already-uber-ritzy Gala,...
For its 2024 edition, the annual fundraiser benefiting the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute was hosted by Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny, Chris Hemsworth, and Anna Wintour with the theme of “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” (the title of the Institute’s latest exhibition), and a dress code of “The Garden of Time,” a reference to the 1962 J.G. Ballard short story of the same name.
Accordingly all the stars arrived in New York City donning the finest horticulture-inspired couture, with natural designs and floral garnishes abound. Below, you the outfits worn by Lana Del Rey, Dua Lipa, Rosalía, Ariana Grande, Charli Xcx, FKA twigs, Jennie of Blackpink, Stray Kids, Lil Nas X, Tyla, plus Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Ayo Edebiri, Lily Gladstone, and Uma Thurman.
Notably, 2024 marks the most expensive year in history for the already-uber-ritzy Gala,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Alex Young
- Consequence - Music
Deadline’s Most Valuable Blockbuster tournament is back. While studios during Covid wildly embraced the theatrical day-and-date model when cinemas were closed, they soon realized there’s nothing more profitable than a theatrical release and the downstreams that come with it. If anything, theatrical is the advertisement for a movie’s longevity in subsequent home entertainment windows. Entering the conversation in 2023 were the streamers, such as Apple, who have also realized the necessity of theatrical to eventize their movies. The financial data pulled together here for Deadline’s Most Valuable Blockbuster Tournament is culled by seasoned and trusted sources.
The Film
Barbie
Warner Bros
The road to riches for a live-action Barbie movie was long. The most recent ramp-up had come in 2009, when Universal and Greatest Showman producer Laurence Mark became attached. Then the project segued to Sony with Laurie MacDonald and Walter F. Parkes attached as producers, and at...
The Film
Barbie
Warner Bros
The road to riches for a live-action Barbie movie was long. The most recent ramp-up had come in 2009, when Universal and Greatest Showman producer Laurence Mark became attached. Then the project segued to Sony with Laurie MacDonald and Walter F. Parkes attached as producers, and at...
- 5/6/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
The publisher behind Kristi Noem’s new political memoir, No Going Back, may be wishing they could take it all back.
On Monday, Noem again ducked questions about her claims of meeting North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un, once again refusing to discuss her interactions with world leaders when questioned by a panel on CBS Mornings.
“Did you tell your ghostwriter to write that?” host Natalie Morales asked.
Noem hedged: “No, I have specifically worked on policy for 30 years. And over that time I have traveled around the world and...
On Monday, Noem again ducked questions about her claims of meeting North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un, once again refusing to discuss her interactions with world leaders when questioned by a panel on CBS Mornings.
“Did you tell your ghostwriter to write that?” host Natalie Morales asked.
Noem hedged: “No, I have specifically worked on policy for 30 years. And over that time I have traveled around the world and...
- 5/6/2024
- by Nikki McCann Ramirez
- Rollingstone.com
Whoopi Goldberg Opens Up About How Her Mother Couldn’t Recognize Her After Shock Therapy. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
American actor Whoopi Goldberg is a multifaceted woman who has won multiple honors, including an Oscar, Emmy, and a Grammy award. She is in the news for her upcoming new memoir, Bits and Pieces: My Mother, My Brother, and Me,” where she opens up about a tragic time in her childhood when her mother forgot Goldberg. Keep scrolling for the deets.
For the unversed, Whoopi was born Caryn Elaine Johnson and is one of the few entertainers to win the Egot, short form for Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony awards. She got her breakthrough in acting with the movie The Color Purple. She received her Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in the fantasy film Ghost. Goldberg is also an accomplished voice actor who has lent her voice in 1994’s The Lion King and Toy Story 3.
American actor Whoopi Goldberg is a multifaceted woman who has won multiple honors, including an Oscar, Emmy, and a Grammy award. She is in the news for her upcoming new memoir, Bits and Pieces: My Mother, My Brother, and Me,” where she opens up about a tragic time in her childhood when her mother forgot Goldberg. Keep scrolling for the deets.
For the unversed, Whoopi was born Caryn Elaine Johnson and is one of the few entertainers to win the Egot, short form for Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony awards. She got her breakthrough in acting with the movie The Color Purple. She received her Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in the fantasy film Ghost. Goldberg is also an accomplished voice actor who has lent her voice in 1994’s The Lion King and Toy Story 3.
- 5/6/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Ava Phillippe Called Out Social Media Users For Commenting On Her Weight ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Reese Witherspoon’s 24-year-old daughter Ava Phillippe condemned unsolicited comments on her weight, sardonically stating she reached a milestone as a woman online and finally received her first “Toxic” body shaming message. On May 3, the cruel Intentions stars Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe’s daughter ripped into online users over two negative comments on her weight.
The Legally Blonde star’s lookalike daughter, who attended Uc Berkeley, has a successful modelling career, working with major brands including Ivy Park and Pat McGrath Labs.
In a TikTok video, Ava Phillippe shared comments she received from two different “strangers” contradicting one another. She revealed one user accused her of being too thin, while another labelled her overweight and suggested she should take the weight loss supplement Oz*mpic. She said, “The first said I should get on...
Reese Witherspoon’s 24-year-old daughter Ava Phillippe condemned unsolicited comments on her weight, sardonically stating she reached a milestone as a woman online and finally received her first “Toxic” body shaming message. On May 3, the cruel Intentions stars Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe’s daughter ripped into online users over two negative comments on her weight.
The Legally Blonde star’s lookalike daughter, who attended Uc Berkeley, has a successful modelling career, working with major brands including Ivy Park and Pat McGrath Labs.
In a TikTok video, Ava Phillippe shared comments she received from two different “strangers” contradicting one another. She revealed one user accused her of being too thin, while another labelled her overweight and suggested she should take the weight loss supplement Oz*mpic. She said, “The first said I should get on...
- 5/6/2024
- by Anushree Madappa
- KoiMoi
Kate Beckinsale Reacts To Plastic Surgery Accusations. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Kate Beckinsale recently took to her Instagram page to address the onslaught of “insidious bullying” of her appearance. The 50-year-old actress, who has been relentlessly plagued with Plastic Surgery accusations, finally addressed the persistent speculation over her looks, pleading with people to stop harassing her.
The Underworld actress, who recently returned to the red carpet after a health scare, took to her Instagram Page and addressed haters who have repeatedly accused her of going under the knife. According to Et, in a since-deleted video, Kate Beckinsale denied ever cosmetically altering her appearance, including getting Botox and fillers. Here’s what she had to say.
Kate Beckinsale began her address by saying she was impelled to speak out after being relentlessly bullied for her appearance. She said – “I hate talking about this because I hate adding to this conversation, but I...
Kate Beckinsale recently took to her Instagram page to address the onslaught of “insidious bullying” of her appearance. The 50-year-old actress, who has been relentlessly plagued with Plastic Surgery accusations, finally addressed the persistent speculation over her looks, pleading with people to stop harassing her.
The Underworld actress, who recently returned to the red carpet after a health scare, took to her Instagram Page and addressed haters who have repeatedly accused her of going under the knife. According to Et, in a since-deleted video, Kate Beckinsale denied ever cosmetically altering her appearance, including getting Botox and fillers. Here’s what she had to say.
Kate Beckinsale began her address by saying she was impelled to speak out after being relentlessly bullied for her appearance. She said – “I hate talking about this because I hate adding to this conversation, but I...
- 5/6/2024
- by Anushree Madappa
- KoiMoi
Dua Lipa Opens Up About The 2018 Dance Meme. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
In a Recent Interview with the Guardian, Grammy Award Winning Artist Dua Lipa reflected on becoming a viral 2018 meme that mocked her dancing skills during the Brit Awards performance. The singer added it took her two years to recover from the embarrassing ordeal. In an article published on May 4, the 28-year-old English-Albanian singer recalled her flat performance during the 2018 Brit Awards that immortalized her as a meme.
In 2018, a clip of Dua Lipa performing New Rules at the Brits was posted on YouTube, which prompted a user to quip, “I love her lack of energy. Go girl, give us nothing!” The response went viral online and spawned a meme used for years to describe other bland performances.
Dua Lipa told the Guardian that it was a humiliating experience and that she had to go off social media to avoid...
In a Recent Interview with the Guardian, Grammy Award Winning Artist Dua Lipa reflected on becoming a viral 2018 meme that mocked her dancing skills during the Brit Awards performance. The singer added it took her two years to recover from the embarrassing ordeal. In an article published on May 4, the 28-year-old English-Albanian singer recalled her flat performance during the 2018 Brit Awards that immortalized her as a meme.
In 2018, a clip of Dua Lipa performing New Rules at the Brits was posted on YouTube, which prompted a user to quip, “I love her lack of energy. Go girl, give us nothing!” The response went viral online and spawned a meme used for years to describe other bland performances.
Dua Lipa told the Guardian that it was a humiliating experience and that she had to go off social media to avoid...
- 5/6/2024
- by Anushree Madappa
- KoiMoi
Dua Lipa hits the stage during a surprise performance in Times Square on Sunday night (May 5) in New York City.
The 28-year-old singer performed songs from her new album Radical Optimism at a pop-up in the city.
Dua‘s surprise mini-concert came just several hours after she made her Saturday Night Live hosting debut, and served as musical guest.
The morning after her SNL episode, Dua took to Instagram to share a long post about her experience on the show.
Keep reading to find out more…
“what an unbelievable week to have been a part of and to have witnessed the magic behind Saturday Night Live!!! An experience unlike any other,” Dua wrote. “So grateful for all the trust to have me host and perform. Thank you Lorne for making my dreams come true. Thank you to the incredible cast and all the writers. I’ve had the most incredible...
The 28-year-old singer performed songs from her new album Radical Optimism at a pop-up in the city.
Dua‘s surprise mini-concert came just several hours after she made her Saturday Night Live hosting debut, and served as musical guest.
The morning after her SNL episode, Dua took to Instagram to share a long post about her experience on the show.
Keep reading to find out more…
“what an unbelievable week to have been a part of and to have witnessed the magic behind Saturday Night Live!!! An experience unlike any other,” Dua wrote. “So grateful for all the trust to have me host and perform. Thank you Lorne for making my dreams come true. Thank you to the incredible cast and all the writers. I’ve had the most incredible...
- 5/6/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
JoJo Siwa is sharing her thoughts on Chloe Fineman‘s impersonation of her!
The 35-year-old actress/comedian spoofed the 20-year-old “Karma” performer on this weekend’s Saturday Night Live during the “Weekend Update” segment. She even dressed just like her in the song’s music video.
Keep reading to find out more…
In the skit, Chloe as JoJo recreated the viral dance moves, talked about her new look, being in her “bad girl era,” and “inventing” gay pop.
The next morning, JoJo saw the skit and revealed how she feels about it on her Instagram.
“Iconic. I literally don’t know what to say. This is f-cking crazy. 3 and a half minute skit on SNL….” JoJo wrote on her story, sharing the SNL video.
If you missed it, Dua Lipa hosted and served as musical guest for the sketch show this weekend. Check out her opening monologue, and re-watch her performances!
The 35-year-old actress/comedian spoofed the 20-year-old “Karma” performer on this weekend’s Saturday Night Live during the “Weekend Update” segment. She even dressed just like her in the song’s music video.
Keep reading to find out more…
In the skit, Chloe as JoJo recreated the viral dance moves, talked about her new look, being in her “bad girl era,” and “inventing” gay pop.
The next morning, JoJo saw the skit and revealed how she feels about it on her Instagram.
“Iconic. I literally don’t know what to say. This is f-cking crazy. 3 and a half minute skit on SNL….” JoJo wrote on her story, sharing the SNL video.
If you missed it, Dua Lipa hosted and served as musical guest for the sketch show this weekend. Check out her opening monologue, and re-watch her performances!
- 5/6/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
From “Fortnight” to “The Manuscript,” the latest episodes of Rolling Stone Music Now dive into every single track of Taylor Swift’s longest album ever, The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology. Along the way, we debate larger issues, including whether Swift intends all 31 tracks to be seen as the album proper, or if the latter half — added by surprise on the night of release — is actually more of a collection of bonus songs.
Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt for the discussions, which also place every song...
Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt for the discussions, which also place every song...
- 5/5/2024
- by Brian Hiatt
- Rollingstone.com
One day after the release of her third studio album, Radical Optimism, Dua Lipa pulled double duty as host and musical guest of Saturday Night Live. Though her overall screen time constituted over 36% of the May 4 episode, her specific sketch time of less than 16 minutes is the lowest for a Season 49 host so far.
Scroll down to see how Lipa stacked up against each of the show’s named performers, including surprise guests Jerry Seinfeld and Troye Sivan. Note that our screen time data is calculated using a method that prioritizes face time, meaning that any contiguous (off-screen but in-scene) moments and practically all partial body appearances do not count. Screen time in the show’s opening credits, bumpers and goodnights are not included, nor do those portions factor into our assessment of the episode’s total running time.
Dua Lipa – 23:06 / 36.31%
Lipa’s first SNL hosting gig coincided with her third musical guest stint,...
Scroll down to see how Lipa stacked up against each of the show’s named performers, including surprise guests Jerry Seinfeld and Troye Sivan. Note that our screen time data is calculated using a method that prioritizes face time, meaning that any contiguous (off-screen but in-scene) moments and practically all partial body appearances do not count. Screen time in the show’s opening credits, bumpers and goodnights are not included, nor do those portions factor into our assessment of the episode’s total running time.
Dua Lipa – 23:06 / 36.31%
Lipa’s first SNL hosting gig coincided with her third musical guest stint,...
- 5/5/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- LateNighter
The best dance music knows how to take pain and set it to a disco groove. Dua Lipa’s “Hotter than Hell” has a fun title but it came from some dark places. For example, the “Cold Heart” singer revealed that “Hotter than Hell” was inspired by a man who put her down constantly. Lipa wrote the song in question to make the situation seem different than reality.
Dua Lipa didn’t want ‘Hotter than Hell’ to show her personal weakness
Lipa might make colorful, vibrant music videos, but her tunes deal with negative emotions. Songs like “New Rules,” “Break My Heart,” and “Cold Heart” have an emotional tension that you won’t find in your average dance track from Madonna or Katy Perry. During a 2017 interview with The New York Times, the star explained her approach to songwriting. “Heartbreak makes good stories, so sometimes, as much as heartbreak sucks,...
Dua Lipa didn’t want ‘Hotter than Hell’ to show her personal weakness
Lipa might make colorful, vibrant music videos, but her tunes deal with negative emotions. Songs like “New Rules,” “Break My Heart,” and “Cold Heart” have an emotional tension that you won’t find in your average dance track from Madonna or Katy Perry. During a 2017 interview with The New York Times, the star explained her approach to songwriting. “Heartbreak makes good stories, so sometimes, as much as heartbreak sucks,...
- 5/5/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Many of the biggest pop stars of all time rarely wrote their own music. On the other hand, Dua Lipa said she prides herself on writing her own songs — but the “Cold Heart” singer had no role in writing “New Rules.” The pop diva explained what she thought performing “New Rules” even though she didn’t pen it. She also discussed what she thought of the song and the people who wrote it.
Dua Lipa wasn’t present when ‘New Rules’ was written but she feels like she was
During a 2018 interview with GQ, Lipa was asked her feelings on songwriting. “I still take a lot of pride in being able to write my own songs,” the “Houdini” singer said. “My story’s coming from me. But ‘New Rules’ is a song that I felt like I had been in the room and written.
“I’m so close with Emily...
Dua Lipa wasn’t present when ‘New Rules’ was written but she feels like she was
During a 2018 interview with GQ, Lipa was asked her feelings on songwriting. “I still take a lot of pride in being able to write my own songs,” the “Houdini” singer said. “My story’s coming from me. But ‘New Rules’ is a song that I felt like I had been in the room and written.
“I’m so close with Emily...
- 5/5/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Dua Lipa is having a fun weekend. On Friday, she unleashed her third studio album, Radical Optimism, and on Saturday, she pulled double-duty on Saturday Night Live, hosting and performing her songs “Illusion” and “Happy for You.”
Kicking off the show with a monologue that featured a shout-out to her parents and a display of her “radical optimism” for any situation, Lipa performed well throughout the episode, especially for her musical segments.
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Introduced by Troye Sivan, Lipa delivered an upbeat rendition of the Radical Optimism single “Illusion” with the help of a tight ensemble and a crew of backup dancers. For her second song, Lipa pulled out the album closer, “Happy for You,” belting the climatic final chorus with passion. Watch videos of the performances below.
Other highlights of the episode included a sketch about “teeny tiny statement pins” that celebrities can wear to award...
Kicking off the show with a monologue that featured a shout-out to her parents and a display of her “radical optimism” for any situation, Lipa performed well throughout the episode, especially for her musical segments.
Get Dua Lipa Tickets Here
Introduced by Troye Sivan, Lipa delivered an upbeat rendition of the Radical Optimism single “Illusion” with the help of a tight ensemble and a crew of backup dancers. For her second song, Lipa pulled out the album closer, “Happy for You,” belting the climatic final chorus with passion. Watch videos of the performances below.
Other highlights of the episode included a sketch about “teeny tiny statement pins” that celebrities can wear to award...
- 5/5/2024
- by Jo Vito
- Consequence - Music
Recording artist Dua Lipa just released her latest album this past week, so there's no better time for the pop star to pull double duty as the host and musical guest of "Saturday Night Live." Of course, her first time taking on the honor unfortunately comes after Ryan Gosling hosted a banger of an episode, packed with viral gems like the Beavis and Butt-Head sketch. But if your expectations were firmly in check, then you probably enjoyed this lukewarm, fairly amusing but not raucously hilarious episode of "SNL."
Thankfully, Dua Lipa turned out to be a solid host alongside her musical guest duties. She was game to jump into a variety of characters, didn't severely derail any sketches with subpar performances, and she was even willing to make jokes at her own expense during the monologue. However, the sketches were not exactly of the highest quality, and though Dua Lipa did her best,...
Thankfully, Dua Lipa turned out to be a solid host alongside her musical guest duties. She was game to jump into a variety of characters, didn't severely derail any sketches with subpar performances, and she was even willing to make jokes at her own expense during the monologue. However, the sketches were not exactly of the highest quality, and though Dua Lipa did her best,...
- 5/5/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
Dua Lipa knows how to bring the party. And apparently it runs in the genes. While making her “Saturday Night Live” hosting debut last night, the award-winning pop star acknowledged how she’d made her television debut in the same building eight years ago and gave a special shoutout to her parents — who were in the audience cheering her on — telling a story about an unlikely run-in she had with her folks one night.
“As you can see,” she said, “they’re kind of cool. They love to party. One night, I was out with my friends and we ended up at the club at three o’clock in the morning and who do I bump into but my parents. Which is embarrassing, cause the last thing you want to see when you’re super high and drunk-off-your-ass is your daughter.”
The punchline got a huge laugh, particularly from her parents up in the balcony.
“As you can see,” she said, “they’re kind of cool. They love to party. One night, I was out with my friends and we ended up at the club at three o’clock in the morning and who do I bump into but my parents. Which is embarrassing, cause the last thing you want to see when you’re super high and drunk-off-your-ass is your daughter.”
The punchline got a huge laugh, particularly from her parents up in the balcony.
- 5/5/2024
- by Harrison Richlin
- Indiewire
As soon as "Challengers" hit theaters last week, we had a feeling "Saturday Night Live" would be planning some sort of parody around it. Although not a major box office hit, the movie is huge on social media thanks to how absurdly horny and chaotic its love triangle is. It's a conversation-starter for sure, not to mention it's filled with some memorable churro-based phallic imagery.
Although "SNL" sadly couldn't get the movie's lead stars Zendaya, Mike Faist, or Josh O'Connor to host an episode, they have given us the next best thing with a "Challengers"-themed sketch. Only this time, the love triangle's based around Sonny Angel dolls instead of tennis, and Bowen Yang is one of the dolls. Using some charmingly clumsy practical effects and the movie's "stressful but horny" soundtrack, the live sketch lets us watch as Yang's tiny character flirts and argues with Hernández's boyfriend character,...
Although "SNL" sadly couldn't get the movie's lead stars Zendaya, Mike Faist, or Josh O'Connor to host an episode, they have given us the next best thing with a "Challengers"-themed sketch. Only this time, the love triangle's based around Sonny Angel dolls instead of tennis, and Bowen Yang is one of the dolls. Using some charmingly clumsy practical effects and the movie's "stressful but horny" soundtrack, the live sketch lets us watch as Yang's tiny character flirts and argues with Hernández's boyfriend character,...
- 5/5/2024
- by Michael Boyle
- Slash Film
Dua Lipa has been in the entertainment industry for a long time and throughout her career, the singer-songwriter has faced several forms of criticism. From her singing to her dancing, there always seems to be something that she does wrong. However, the greatest criticism she has ever faced was back in 2018, when one comment on her performance video went viral and birthed one of the most popular memes of all time, Go Girl Give Us Nothing.
Dua Lipa (Image: Instagram | @dualipa)
Although Lipa was initially hurt by the meme, she recently gave a befitting retort to her haters in her SNL monologue. And netizens can’t help but declare her as the Goat for her response and the way she handled the situation.
Dua Lipa Was Deeply Hurt By The Go Girl Give Us Nothing Meme
Dua Lipa during her New Rules performance at the Brit Awards (Image: YouTube | Dua...
Dua Lipa (Image: Instagram | @dualipa)
Although Lipa was initially hurt by the meme, she recently gave a befitting retort to her haters in her SNL monologue. And netizens can’t help but declare her as the Goat for her response and the way she handled the situation.
Dua Lipa Was Deeply Hurt By The Go Girl Give Us Nothing Meme
Dua Lipa during her New Rules performance at the Brit Awards (Image: YouTube | Dua...
- 5/5/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Dua Lipa went all in on Saturday Night Live for the NBC show’s May 4 episode.“I’m here, I’m hosting, I’m performing, I’m making the wigs, I’m dealing Adderall to the writers, I’m doing it all,” she said in her opening monologue. “So tonight, I promise you, I’m gonna give you everything.” She also dealt out Radical Optimism — the name of her new album — to audience members in tough spots… though she couldn’t help South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem (played by Heidi Gardner). Check out highlights from Lipa’s episode below. Kenan Thompson’s Columbia dad supports other people’s kids protesting In a discussion with other college parents in a cold open, Kenan Thompson’s Alphonse was supportive of the pro-Palestine protests taking over campuses across the country… as long as his daughter, a Columbia student, wasn’t one of the protestors.
- 5/5/2024
- TV Insider
During Saturday’s Weekend Update, Chloe Fineman embodied our generation’s most iconic good girl gone bad: JoJo Siwa.
Donned in Siwa’s now-trademark black eye makeup and dazzling outfit, Fineman began the Saturday Night Live sketch by announcing: “I used to be rainbow sparkles and now I’m black sparkles!”
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In case you aren’t familiar, the...
Donned in Siwa’s now-trademark black eye makeup and dazzling outfit, Fineman began the Saturday Night Live sketch by announcing: “I used to be rainbow sparkles and now I’m black sparkles!”
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In case you aren’t familiar, the...
- 5/5/2024
- by Claire Franken
- TVLine.com
Here’s a little observation, bordering on an axiom, which has slowly developed over the years—as in, approximately half a century:
When Saturday Night Live returns from a hiatus, the first show back struggles to find both its rhythm and sketches that are well conceived and consistently funny.
SNL’s return last night carried with it a special challenge, because the last show before the break, hosted by Ryan Gosling, was arguably the funniest of the season, with one sketch, the Beavis and Butthead unaware look-a-likes, now the most-viewed clip of the current season.
And so, when the cold open tiptoed into risky territory, trying to find a way to get laughs out of the divisive and decidedly unfunny protests against the war in Gaza, a familiar sense of “oh it’s that hiatus issue” set in.
It even seemed as though the writers were sending a signal about...
When Saturday Night Live returns from a hiatus, the first show back struggles to find both its rhythm and sketches that are well conceived and consistently funny.
SNL’s return last night carried with it a special challenge, because the last show before the break, hosted by Ryan Gosling, was arguably the funniest of the season, with one sketch, the Beavis and Butthead unaware look-a-likes, now the most-viewed clip of the current season.
And so, when the cold open tiptoed into risky territory, trying to find a way to get laughs out of the divisive and decidedly unfunny protests against the war in Gaza, a familiar sense of “oh it’s that hiatus issue” set in.
It even seemed as though the writers were sending a signal about...
- 5/5/2024
- by Bill Carter
- LateNighter
Dua Lipa joked around about the “give us nothing” meme while delivering her opening monologue on Saturday Night Live, but she gave her fans everything when it came time to perform as the musical guest.
The 28-year-old Radical Optimism pop phenom hosted and belted out her hits on the May 4 episode of the popular late-night show.
For the musical portion, she highlighted her creative range. First, Dua worked her way through a dance-heavy rendition of her single “Illusion,” complete with an extended dance break in the middle.
Keep reading to find out more…
After that, she showed off her more emotional side and pulled the vocal trigger while performing “Happy For You,” which closes out her new album.
If you were unaware, Dua unleashed Radical Optimism this week. You can listen to it here!
During her opening monologue on the show, the hitmaker also poked fun at the belief that she’s always on vacation.
The 28-year-old Radical Optimism pop phenom hosted and belted out her hits on the May 4 episode of the popular late-night show.
For the musical portion, she highlighted her creative range. First, Dua worked her way through a dance-heavy rendition of her single “Illusion,” complete with an extended dance break in the middle.
Keep reading to find out more…
After that, she showed off her more emotional side and pulled the vocal trigger while performing “Happy For You,” which closes out her new album.
If you were unaware, Dua unleashed Radical Optimism this week. You can listen to it here!
During her opening monologue on the show, the hitmaker also poked fun at the belief that she’s always on vacation.
- 5/5/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Saturday Night Live host and musical guest Dua Lipa performed two entries from her third studio album, Radical Optimism, which came out Friday.
After leading off with the dance track “Illusion,” the British pop star returned with “Happy For You,” the album’s closing single.
Lipa, Rolling Stone‘s cover artist back in January, told us then of her latest album: “I want to capture the essence of youth and freedom and having fun and just letting things happen, whether it’s good or bad. You can’t change it.
After leading off with the dance track “Illusion,” the British pop star returned with “Happy For You,” the album’s closing single.
Lipa, Rolling Stone‘s cover artist back in January, told us then of her latest album: “I want to capture the essence of youth and freedom and having fun and just letting things happen, whether it’s good or bad. You can’t change it.
- 5/5/2024
- by William Vaillancourt
- Rollingstone.com
Is that Tashi Donaldson or Dua Lipa?
Saturday Night Live audiences were treated to a nod at Luca Guadagnino’s latest film Challengers during a sketch featuring host Dua Lipa as a somewhat intense woman who had invited a date over to her apartment — aka SNL featured player Marcello Hernández.
Naturally, one of the first things he notices when he walks into the room is the hundreds of Sonny Angel dolls she has lining her walls.
“They’re companions for 25-year-old working women,” she explains. But, she assures, her date won’t need to compete with her 650+ dolls for her affection…just one.
Cue Bowen Yang, dressed as one of said dolls. Oh, and the Challengers soundtrack.
“I haven’t seen the movie,” Hernández admits, to which Yang replies: “Well, don’t worry, cause you’re about to live it.”
Dua Lipa, impressed by their “volleying back and forth” turns...
Saturday Night Live audiences were treated to a nod at Luca Guadagnino’s latest film Challengers during a sketch featuring host Dua Lipa as a somewhat intense woman who had invited a date over to her apartment — aka SNL featured player Marcello Hernández.
Naturally, one of the first things he notices when he walks into the room is the hundreds of Sonny Angel dolls she has lining her walls.
“They’re companions for 25-year-old working women,” she explains. But, she assures, her date won’t need to compete with her 650+ dolls for her affection…just one.
Cue Bowen Yang, dressed as one of said dolls. Oh, and the Challengers soundtrack.
“I haven’t seen the movie,” Hernández admits, to which Yang replies: “Well, don’t worry, cause you’re about to live it.”
Dua Lipa, impressed by their “volleying back and forth” turns...
- 5/5/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
On “SNL,” a Weekend Update segment playfully poked fun at 20-year-old singer JoJo Siwa’s transformation into an edgier and more adult persona.
Chloe Fineman appeared as Siwa at the Weekend Update desk dressed in head-to-toe black glitter and a black body suit, the same outfit from Siwa’s music video for her new single “Karma.”
“Wow, oh my god, JoJo!” said Weekend Update co-anchor Colin Jost upon seeing the singer’s new look and dark glitter eye makeup. “That’s right, Colin; I’m a bad girl now!” Commenting on her attire, she said, “Yeah, it’s a pretty big change. I used to be way more sparkles and now I’m black sparkles.”
As a teen, Siwa appeared as a dancer on the show “Dance Moms” from 2015-2016, and her 2016 songs “Boomerang” and “I Can Make U Dance,” were major hits with millions of views. The Nebraska native...
Chloe Fineman appeared as Siwa at the Weekend Update desk dressed in head-to-toe black glitter and a black body suit, the same outfit from Siwa’s music video for her new single “Karma.”
“Wow, oh my god, JoJo!” said Weekend Update co-anchor Colin Jost upon seeing the singer’s new look and dark glitter eye makeup. “That’s right, Colin; I’m a bad girl now!” Commenting on her attire, she said, “Yeah, it’s a pretty big change. I used to be way more sparkles and now I’m black sparkles.”
As a teen, Siwa appeared as a dancer on the show “Dance Moms” from 2015-2016, and her 2016 songs “Boomerang” and “I Can Make U Dance,” were major hits with millions of views. The Nebraska native...
- 5/5/2024
- by Anne McCarthy
- Variety Film + TV
Saturday Night Live is poking a bit of fun at a common form of activism seen on red carpets.
The sketch comedy series put together a fake ad for the “teeny tiny statement pins” frequently seen on red carpets, supporting a variety of causes.
With the Met Gala approaching, SNL figured it might be the perfect time to promo these pins for “if you don’t know what to say but you want something that sounds like it could be important.”
Host Dua Lipa helped promo the pins because, with them, “I can say whatever I want and no one has to know.”
“It’s the perfect statement piece to style it with any outfit because it’s invisible. I’m even wearing one right now,” an Anna Wintour lookalike added, as the camera zoomed in on her pin that read “The Devil Wears Prada is not about me.”
Not sure what cause to support?...
The sketch comedy series put together a fake ad for the “teeny tiny statement pins” frequently seen on red carpets, supporting a variety of causes.
With the Met Gala approaching, SNL figured it might be the perfect time to promo these pins for “if you don’t know what to say but you want something that sounds like it could be important.”
Host Dua Lipa helped promo the pins because, with them, “I can say whatever I want and no one has to know.”
“It’s the perfect statement piece to style it with any outfit because it’s invisible. I’m even wearing one right now,” an Anna Wintour lookalike added, as the camera zoomed in on her pin that read “The Devil Wears Prada is not about me.”
Not sure what cause to support?...
- 5/5/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
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