Jay and the Americans singer Jay Black dies at 82

Jay Black, frontman for ’60s pop-rock group Jay and the Americans, has died at 82. Black’s family confirmed toRolling Stonethat he died of complications from pneumonia on Friday night. The mag reported he had also suffered from dementia. Jay and the Americans.Jack Mitchell/Getty We’ll always remember The Voice." Black was born David Blatt in 1938 in Brooklyn, New York. The band split in 1973, later reforming in 2006 with another “Jay” for frontman....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 89 words · Mr. Daniel Taylor

Jay Electronica'sA Written Testimonyis a righteous step forward: Review

The long-awaited debut album from the rapper is an impressive, noteworthy performance. But he’s often outshined by Jay-Z. Eleven years ago, Jay Electronica was poised to be the biggest rapper in the world. PHILADELPHIA, PA - SEPTEMBER 03: Jay Electronica attends 2016 Budweiser Made In America Festival - Day 1 on September 3, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Shareif Ziyadat/WireImage).Credit: Shareif Ziyadat/WireImage Jay Electronica was very much of that ilk....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 214 words · John Bentley

Jay Starrett teases rivalries, romance, and aSurvivoralliance onThe Challenge: Double Agents

“I just came in with a better mindset,” he tells EW. ), and more. Maybe I could train probably to get there, but I’ll definitely never be as heavy. Credit: MTV And at least this time around you’ve got an ally in fellowSurvivoralumNatalie Anderson joining the cast.I know! Isn’t that so sick?! I mean, she almost won the last season ofSurvivor,Winners at War. MTV She got second place! She’s a beast....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 351 words · Lauren Garcia

Jay-Z's first move in NFL partnership is free concert with Meghan Trainor, Meek Mill, and Rapsody

Trainor, Mill, and Rapsody have been named the first Inspire Change Advocates in advance of the concert. It was also announced that Inspire Change will sell apparel later this year. They were willing to do some things, to make some changes, that we can do some good. Craig Barritt/Getty Images; Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 53 words · Jeremiah Nicholson

JD Robinson reacts to the 'poorSurvivorplay on my part'

“I actually liked kind of having the Fabio edit, because I can’t be mad at that. It’s how I looked while I was playing out there.” Survivor 41claimed its fifth victim, as JD was unanimously voted out of his tribe. Jairus ‘JD’ Robinson of ‘Survivor 41’.Robert Voets/CBS So how is the superfan dealing with his early exit? Does he have any clarity now on why he was cut loose? And how does JD feel about Shantel humming her evil theme song while crushing his dreams?...

May 1, 2025 · 7 min · 1283 words · Timothy Fuller

Jean Smart & Co. are taking the show on the road inHacksseason 2 first look images

In this exclusive first look, the stars and series creators preview whats to come on their grand adventure. Adds Aniello: “Deborah’s hustle and grind never ends. That’s part of the genius and madness of Deborah Vance.” Hannah Einbinder and Jean Smart on season 2 of ‘Hacks’.Karen Ballard/HBO Max “But I proceed to practically swindle the person who’s running it out of something fabulous. teases, with a sly laugh, that things get “a little physical....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 313 words · Shane Warren

Jean Smart is a Sin City stand-up staple inHacksfirst look

WhenJean Smartwas a kid, she fantasized about being a stand-up comic. “I wanted to be Phyllis Diller,” the three-time Emmy winner tells EW with a laugh. “I went to a costume party in middle school as her.” Jean Smart in HBO Max’s ‘Hacks.'.HBO Max Now she’s living out that dream inHacks, a new HBO Max series debuting in early summer. Deborah Vance isn’t so quick to let that happen, though....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 329 words · Tracy Frey

Jean Smart says she got herWatchmenrole because Sigourney Weaver turned it down

“So, thank you, Sigourney,” Smart said in a new interview with Variety. Jean Smartis having a moment. “They hired me two days before I started,” Smart told Yang. Mark Hill/HBO; Andreas Rentz/Getty Images “I’ll be really honest: I had Sigourney Weaver to thank for turning down the role. So, thank you, Sigourney.” The HBO series, created by Damon Lindelof, picks up 34 years after the events of the comic. TheWatchmenseries wasn’t just rooted in comic books, but also America’s racist history....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 110 words · Jennifer Watson

Jean-Marc Vallée,Dallas Buyers ClubandBig Little Liesdirector, dies at 58

The filmmaker died at his cabin outside of Quebec City, according to his publicist. “My heart is broken. I love you,” Witherspoontweetedin response to the news. Jean-Marc Vallée.Rich Polk/Getty Images “The world has lost one of our great and purest artists and dreamers,” she wrote. “And we lost our beloved friend. Our hearts are broken.” Shailene Woodley shares a message about the passing of ‘Big Little Lies’ director Jean-Marc Vallee.Shailene Woodley/Instagram...

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 304 words · John Hernandez

Jean-Paul Belmondo, French New Wave star ofBreathless,dies at 88

Actor Jean-Paul Belmondo, an icon of the French New Wave film genre, has died at age 88. His lawyer confirmed the news to the Associated Press on Monday. French actor Jean-Paul Belmondo.Pierre Vauthey/Sygma/Sygma via Getty Images Actor Jean-Paul Belmondo attends the 2018 French Open.Stephane Cardinale/Corbis via Getty

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 47 words · Amanda Randolph

Jeanine Mason andRoswell, New Mexicoshowrunner preview season 3 of the extraterrestrial drama

What is Mr. Jones up to? Plus, watch an exclusive clip from the season premiere. Are you ready to head back toRoswell, New Mexico? John Golden Britt/The CW Well, one Max and one Mr. Jones who looks exactly like him, plus an impressive beard. Where’s Isobel (Lily Cowles) at on her road to self-discovery? And can we hold out hope that Liz and Max will find their back to one another?...

May 1, 2025 · 5 min · 933 words · Penny Campbell

Jedi: Fallen Ordersequel is officially confirmed along with two otherStar Warsgames

Fallen Order has not fallen. The story of Cal Kestis isn’t over, it seems. The ending, which included a noteworthyStar Warscameo, left things open-ended to continue his journey. Cameron Monaghan’s Cal Kestis in ‘Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order.'.Respawn Entertainment/Electronic Arts Since then, Quantic Dreams wasannouncedto be makingStar Wars Eclipse, a game set in the High Republic era. EA, however, confirmed at the time that this didn’t mean they would no longer makeStar Warsgames....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 83 words · Heather Johnson

Jeen-Yuhsdirectors on how 'things start to click' seeing Kanye West with his mother in Netflix doc

Like Kanye, his decision to follow his dreams at all costs underlines a central theme in the film. “So it was impossible not to show her.” It’s important that you get to feel Ms. West. ‘Jeen-Yuhs’ co-director Clarence “Coodie” Simmons Jr. and Kanye West in the Netflix doc.Netflix You get to feel the love that she had." The filmmakers hope both his and Coodie’s success provide an inspirational lesson to audiences....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 96 words · Crystal Gregory