Victor Willis, the original lead singer for the iconic disco group the Village People, died on Tuesday after “a short but aggressive illness,” according to an announcement posted to the band’s social media. He was 74. Willis was recruited as the group’s lead singer by gay French music producer Jacques Morali, who targeted disco’s massive
While movies based off of video games have historically suffered, the past few years have changed the genre’s reputation. Some of the best video games movies have hit theaters recently, and Simon McQuoid’s pair of Mortal Kombat movies are definitely in that category. Following the 2021 original (which is streaming with a HBO Max subscription)
What makes a toxic-relationship story so irresistible? Just as the characters can’t seem to stay away from each other despite knowing it’s a Very Bad Idea, we can’t stop turning the pages to see what happens next, even if we suspect that finding out will be both electrifying and aggravating—perhaps even disturbing. Readers in search
Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen Make Rare Public Appearance at Brother Trent’s Wedding Jodie Sweetin has a full heart of love for Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen. The Full House alum shared that she and her former costars are still friends, despite the twins not returning for the 2016 revival Fuller House. “Everyone’s on good
It’s a holiday weekend, and that calls for time with family and friends, delicious food, and shopping! One of the first places we’re heading for the best deals? Lululemon’s Summer Sale, which includes limited-time low prices on workout gear and accessories. One of our favorite finds? This quilted mini shoulder bag for just $39 that
Exemplar Luxury Group (“ELG” or the “Company”), formerly Saks Global, the luxury collective that comprises leading multi-brand luxury retailers Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman, announced the successful completion of its restructuring process and emergence from chapter 11 under new ownership. With a substantially strengthened balance sheet, including a nearly 75% debt reduction,
Catalan composer and experimental musician Marina Herlop is readying a new album, Dja Dja. Herlop will self-release her follow-up to 2023’s Nekkuja on October 9. Below, listen to a new song from the record, “Jaque.” According to press materials, Dja Dja was inspired by the “the hero’s journey,” the narrative framework popularized by Joseph Campbell
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that states can continue enforcing laws that prohibit transgender girls and women from competing on girls’ and women’s school sports teams, a decision that marks another major legal setback for transgender Americans. The ruling upholds laws in Idaho and West Virginia, finding that the restrictions do not violate the
Published Jul 1, 2026, 8:41 AM EDT Nicholas Becher is a gaming journalist with an MFA in Creative Writing from FAU. With extensive experience playing video games, he covers all forms of gaming content at Screen Rant, from breaking news to the latest fan theories. Most-played games range from Clair Obscur to Civ to Elden Ring
Summer is not my favorite season by a long shot, but even I must admit that everything — the bright blue skies, the flourishing trees, the profusion of flowers — looks great at this time of year. And these freshly published graphic novels aren’t too shabby either. This month, you’ll find a lot of books
They were the members of the All-American League; they came from cities near and far. And their story—at least the fictionalized version told in famed director Penny Marshall's 1992 classic, A… View Original Source Here
In his private life, much of Willis’ career was plagued by substance abuse problems. “I got very depressed over the years and decided to just drop off the map,” he told the San Diego Union Tribune in 2015. “I spent the 1980s and ’90s… well, I got kind of drugged out, because I was disappointed with the
A buddy of mine flew into Milwaukee last fall wearing a navy cashmere crewneck, gray flannel trousers, and a pair of brown suede loafers that looked like they’d been polished by a butler. No logos. No flash. Nothing screaming “I have money.” He runs a private equity fund. And he looked richer than every guy
Dinosaur Jr. Tour07-10 Kingston, NY @ Ulster Performing Arts Center +07-11 New Haven, CT @ College Street Music Hall +07-12 Hammondsport, NY @ Point of the Bluff Vineyards +07-14 Richmond, VA @ Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden +07-16 Wilmington, NC @ Greenfield Lake Amphitheater +07-17 Asheville, NC @ Hellbender by The Orange Peel +07-18 Atlanta, GA @
Fanni Fajth, an 18-year-old student in Budapest, summed up the mood in the Hungarian capital on Saturday, as tens of thousands of marchers turned out for the first Pride celebration in the country since authoritarian leader Viktor Orbán was deposed in April after 16 years in office. “Everyone is just so much more uplifted,” she
For the most part, working on the Harry Potter movies sounds like a dream. Can you imagine being one of those kids who grew up making those movies? It must have felt like they were actually going to Hogwarts. Plus, the cast of professors and such were played by prestigious and acclaimed actors that must
The Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota—the setting for my novel Wisdom Corner—remains one of the most impoverished areas in the United States. More than half of the residents live below the federal poverty line, unemployment rates top 75% and many citizens live in substandard, overcrowded housing while battling food insecurity. However, as a young child
Caroline Flack’s Brother Paul Flack Dies 6 Years After Love Island U.K. Host’s Death Six years after Caroline Flack—host of Love Island U.K. from its debut season in 2015 until 2019—died by suicide in 2020, her brother Paul Flack has died, according to a Norfolk coroner’s report. The formal inquest stated that Paul William Flack—son
Step right up, and enter the world of Bath & Body Works‘ haunted carnival! Bath & Body Works is celebrating summerween with the first release of their Halloween collection, and it’s frightfully good! From 3-wick candles you’ll want to burn right now, to the luxe body products you don’t need to wait until fall to
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Tuesday. Marc Jacobs Stages Spring 2027 Runway Show Marc Jacobs held its Spring 2027 runway show on Monday evening, marking its first collection since LVMH announced the brand’s sale to WHP Global and G-III Apparel Group. The Spring 2027 collection bursts with bright colors, sheer layers
Just as they’ve pushed the boundaries of what can reasonably be called an LP, YHWH Nailgun are now testing the limits on visual albums, too. The New York experimental rockers have shared a music video set to Magazine, their new 11-minute, 10 track album. Directed by Lane Stewart, the nocturnal short follows several mysterious characters
Pride Month closed on a bright note in New York City as Tony Award nominee Luke Evans helped illuminate the Empire State Building in the colors of the Inclusive Pride Flag during a special ceremony celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride. The Welsh actor joined leaders from The Trevor Project and the Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative on
The mutant heroes of the X-Men are undergoing a surprise genre shift, as Marvel confirms an ongoing transformation for their adventures. Here’s everything you need to know, and how long the change is likely to last. Superheroes are famously genre-fluid, with even A-list characters varying between sci-fi, fantasy, crime and kitchen sink stories. However, the
It’s not uncommon to hear the refrain that it’s harder to write a short story versus a full-length novel; encountering powerful short fiction can feel akin to sitting in on a storytelling masterclass. In my reading life, especially as I’ve developed a deeper appreciation for short stories and fallen in love with novellas and novelettes,
“I know his fans will be so excited to see him,” she added, “and I think he gives a beautiful performance in the show.” While Van Der Beek gave everything to his craft in the toughest moments of his cancer battle, the actor also emphasized he didn’t put anything above raising his six kids alongside
Ruby Rose’s summer isn’t starting swimmingly. The Orange is the New Black alum revealed she had to head to the hospital after accidentally slipping on the ledge of her pool and hitting her side on a wall as she fell in. “RIP to my ribs, and to the rest of my summer,” she captioned the
Victoria’s Secret, the market-leading retailer that strives to inspire confidence, spark joy and celebrate sexy with modern, fashion-inspired lingerie, loungewear, sport collections, fine fragrances, body care, as well as Victoria’s Secret PINK collections, welcomed its India Brand Ambassador, Triptii Dimri, to its newly opened store at Phoenix Avenue of Stars, Pune, India. The visit marks
The staff of Pitchfork listens to a lot of new music. A lot of it. On any given day our writers, editors, and contributors go through an imposing number of new releases, giving recommendations to each other and discovering new favorites along the way. Each Monday, with our Pitchfork Selects playlist, we’re sharing what our
California state Sen. Scott Wiener (D) says he was “verbally and physically” harassed while trying to attend San Francisco’s annual Trans March by a group of people he claims misrepresented his stance on Israel and Gaza. In a statement posted to Instagram on Saturday, the gay Jewish lawmaker said he was on his way to
Though many dozens of 2026 movie releases are still on the way, it’s never too early to start looking ahead to 2027, as there are already several upcoming horror movies, animated sequels, upcoming Marvel films and much more with dates already locked down for when they’ll hit theaters and streaming services. We’re talking new Pixar,
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