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Country singer Joe Diffie tests positive for coronavirus

Country singer Joe Diffie tests positive for coronavirus

NASHVILLE — A publicist for Joe Diffie says the country singer has tested positive for COVID-19. Scott Adkins released a statement to The Associated Press from Diffie that said he is under the care of medical professionals and is receiving treatment.

Top 20 Global Concert Tours from Pollstar

The Top 20 Global Concert Tours ranks artists by average box office gross per city and includes the average ticket price for shows Worldwide.
Stars of 'Contagion' reunite for a PSA

Stars of 'Contagion' reunite for a PSA

NEW YORK — The stars of the 2011 virus thriller “Contagion” — a prescient film these days — have reunited for a series of public service announcements to warn about COVID-19.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens

'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens

WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Cast members of Netflix’s “On My Block” say they feel honoured to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes.
R Kelly seeks release from jail, cites coronavirus risk

R Kelly seeks release from jail, cites coronavirus risk

CHICAGO — R&B singer R.
Kristen Bell hosts Nick pandemic special for kids, families

Kristen Bell hosts Nick pandemic special for kids, families

LOS ANGELES — Kristen Bell is hosting a Nickelodeon special with a “kid’s-eye view” of the coronavirus pandemic to address youngsters' concerns and help families weather the crisis, the channel said Friday.
Academy postpones reveal of Canadian Screen Award winners until 'time is right'

Academy postpones reveal of Canadian Screen Award winners until 'time is right'

TORONTO — This year's Canadian Screen Award nominees will have to wait a little longer to find out if they're receiving a trophy.
'Baby Shark' earworm reworked for the coronavirus outbreak

'Baby Shark' earworm reworked for the coronavirus outbreak

From finding ways to help others cope to sheltering in place to cancelling events, here’s a look at some of the ways the entertainment industry is reacting to the spread of the coronavirus, which most people recover from but can cause severe illness
Theatrical actors and directors isolated by COVID-19 produce novel online plays

Theatrical actors and directors isolated by COVID-19 produce novel online plays

HALIFAX — The online theatrical piece starts in a faraway forest, moves across a parched desert, roiling seas and towering mountains before ending with a savage battle involving a furry beast. Not bad for a production that spans five minutes.
Review: In 'Uncorked,' a full-bodied coming-of-age tale

Review: In 'Uncorked,' a full-bodied coming-of-age tale

The wine movie is not exactly known for a bouquet of tasting notes. From “Wine Country” to “Bottle Shock,” they are usually light, amiable movies that amble through sunny fields of vines.
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