VANCOUVER — A Vancouver casino says it “categorically” stands against racism after Drake accused it of “profiling” him. In a post on Instagram, the Toronto rapper called Parq Vancouver “the worst run business” he has ever witnessed. He says the casino did not allow him to gamble, despite his providing “everything they originally asked” him…
Norm MacDonald Dumped From Tonight Show Visit
NEW YORK — Norm Macdonald’s comments about the MeToo movement and fellow comedians Louis C.K. and Roseanne Barr led to the “The Tonight Show” cancelling his appearance and spurred apologies from the comedian that could bring their own problems. In a statement, NBC said it cancelled Tuesday’s appearance “out of sensitivity to our audience.” The…
Actor Burt Reynolds dies at 82
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS – Burt Reynolds, whose good looks and charm made him one of Hollywood’s most popular actors has died at age 82. Linda So has more information in this Reuters News video report.
Brett “The Hitman” Hart Given Blackfoot Name
CALGARY — Bret (The Hitman) Hart may go with a new nickname in the future. The legendary wrestler, who made his in−ring debut in 1978 and took part in nearly 3,000 matches before his retirement, was given an honorary Blackfoot name at an Indigenous ceremony in Calgary on Thursday. Hart’s new Blackfoot name is Iyiikitapinna…
Aretha Franklin “The Queen of Soul” Dead at 76
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS – The incredibly talented Aretha Franklin died Thursday at the age of 76. Aretha, who was appropriately crowned the Queen of Soul died at her home in Detroit. The reported cause of death was advanced pancreatic cancer. She was the first woman inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame in 1997,…
Margot Kidder’s Death Ruled a Suicide
HELENA, Montana — “Superman” actress Margot Kidder’s death has been ruled a suicide, and her daughter said it’s a relief to finally have the truth out. Kidder, who was born in Yellowknife and played Lois Lane opposite Christopher Reeve’s Superman in her most famous role, was found by a friend in her Montana home on…
Michael Buble Among 2019 Hollywood Walk of Fame Honourees
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Canadian crooner Michael Buble will be getting his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame next year. The singer from Burnaby, British Columbia, is one of the entertainers named by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce for the honour. Others in the class of 2019 include actors Robert De Niro, Anne Hathaway…
De Niro Apologizes to Canadians for Trump’s Comments
TORONTO — With diplomatic tensions between U.S. and Canada rocked by recent comments about trade by President Donald Trump and his advisers, some Americans are finding ways to acknowledge Canada’s other exports in popular culture. From Neil Young and Drake to poutine and northern hospitality, many of Canada’s internationally known trademarks became fodder for compliments…
Fans Flock to to Bourdain’s Restaurant
NEW YORK, NY – Fans of celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain, who officials say committed suicide in France on Friday, flocked to the New York restaurant where he was an executive chef to pay tribute to him. Nathan Frandino has more information in this Reuters News video report.
Anthony Bourdain dead at 61 – CNN
NEW YORK, NY – The celebrity and TV chef, Anthony Bourdain, has been found dead at the age of 61. CNN reported that Bourdain was in France working on an upcoming episode of his popular show. CNN also reported they have confirmed that his death was a suicide. “Low plastic stool, cheap but delicious noodles,…