Hello to the Wachowski Sisters
In 2012, Larry Wachowski who co-directed the action thriller ‘Matrix’ shocked the world with his transition from male to female. He is to be addressed as Lana Wachowski. Four years later, his brother Andy is toeing the same path. Andy now Lily revealed his new identity in a Chicago newspaper, Windy City Times. Titled ‘Sex Change Shocker-Wachowski Brothers now Sisters’, the 48 year-old film-maker said that he decided to make the revelation himself after a journalist tried to coerce him into an interview. Known for keeping their private lives out of the public radar, the news came as a real shocker to many. Lily also said that his wife and family are very supportive of his decision. They now join former athlete Caitlyn Jenner in promoting the LGBT community.
TRIBUTES ROLL IN FOR BEATLES PRODUCER GEORGE MARTIN
Another music heavyweight George Martin was snatched by the cold hands of death on Tuesday. Nicknamed the ‘Fifth Beatle’ his music career spanned seven decades and he is popular for producing most of the Beatles classics. The band members Paul McCartney- who described him as a second father- and Ringo Starr have paid tributes to the man who made them famous. Other celebrities who have paid tributes to the legendary producer include Lenny Kravitz, Josh Groban, Sean Ono Lennon, Cat Stevens, Roger Moore among others.
Martin was born to a carpenter in North London. Much of the Beatles career is owed to the musical genius who transformed the band to a world celebrity status. He also wrote film scores and worked with various artistes including Celine Dion, Sting and Elton John. Roger Moore in his tribute praised Martins for making his first Bond Film sound brilliant. He was an Oboist.
BETTE MIDLER AND KIM KARDASHIAN
Earlier this week, famous singer Bette Midler and celebrity Kim Kardashian went for each other’s jugular in a series of tweets.
The twitfight started when Kim K out of boredom posted a nude selfie of her with only censored bars covering the sacred parts online. Midler who appears to be nauseated by the act tweeted jokingly “If Kim wants us to see a part of her we’ve never seen, she’s gonna have to swallow the camera.”
Kim responded by accusing Midler of impersonating someone else just to be close to her. Other celebrities also joined in the twitfight which culminated with Midler challenging Kim to use her nude selfie for a charity cause.
HULK HOGAN’S SEX VIDEO CASE GETS MESSIER
The ongoing suit between pro wrestler Hulk Hogan and an online news platform Gawker keeps getting messier as both parties attempt to justify their actions. In 2012, the website Gawker published a sex video of Hogan in a steamy session with his friend’s wife. The
Editor-In-Chief Albert James Daulerio found the information newsworthy. But on Wednesday in court, Daulerio’s journalism ethics were questioned when he was asked where he drew the line in publishing celebrity sex tapes. He easily answered that he won’t publish that of minors.
While arguments ensued on the invasion of privacy by the media to increase popularity, Daulerio defended his action by accusing the wrestler of making his sex life a topic in every interview.
Hogan’s attorneys hope to win the jury to his side, citing about seven million eyes saw an intimate act that was very private.
HARD TIMES FOR PAWN STARS ‘CHUMLEE’
After spending a night in jail for a sexual assault allegation, Pawn Stars star Austin Russell popularly known as Chumlee is yet to get a breather. The reality TV character was arrested on Wednesday over following a sexual assault allegation. He was released on Thursday morning after posting a $62, 000 bail Right now, there are about 20 more charges against the 33 year-old star which include possession of firearms. His buddy on the show Rick Harrison in a statement said he and his team are ready to help Russell in this difficult time.
WHO WILL REPLACE ADAM LEVINE?
There are speculations that singer Adam Levine, one of the long-time judges in the music reality show ‘The Voice’ will be taking a bow soon. Levine’s decision is reportedly influenced by his desire to embrace fatherhood. A source told Life & Style Magazine that the 36 year-old singer had always wanted to start a family with his wife Behati Prisloo. The couple tied the knots in 2014.
The Maroon 5 vocalist has been a staple at the TV series and known for his sarcastic remarks and spinning his famous red chair. If he quits, he will join the list of judges like Usher, Shakira, who left the show.
Fans will definitely miss the singer and probably the question that will be asked after his departure will be if there will ever be another Adam Levine at ‘The Voice’?
WILL ERIN ANDREWS BE PAID?
It seems likely not. After being convicted of stalking sportscaster Erin Andrews and ordered to pay $27 million charges to her earlier this week, Michael David Barrett has no means of paying her. The accused is currently living in his father’s basement in Portland. The father Francis told reporters that his son would be unable to pay the judgment.
Barett was found guilty of stalking the Fox correspondent after he uploaded nude videos of her on the internet in 2008. Although, he claimed the videos made Andrews famous, Andrews said she suffered emotional abuse because of his actions.
LINDSAY LOHAN IS ENGAGED
In an exclusive interview with The Sun, the child star revealed that she is engaged to Russian businessman Egor Tarabasov. They met last summer. She also told the paper about the one-time One Direction’s singer Harry Styles came into her hotel room. It was awkward then and still awkward now. Her sister had been mad at her for not grabbing the opportunity then but Lohan is very happy where she is today. Lohan’s new Beau is a 22 year-old Russian heir to a business empire in Yeltsin land.
JOAN RIVERS PERSONAL ITEMS TO BE AUCTIONED IN JUNE
According to reports, the late entertainer’s jewellery, paintings, designer gowns from her penthouse in New York will be auctioned in June. Her daughter Melissa made the announcement on Tuesday. She said that over 200 items belonging to her mother will be auctioned online on June 16 and a live auction on June 22. Proceeds from the auction will be sent to ‘God’s Love we Deliver’ and ‘Guide Dogs for the Blind’ organisations.
CHARLIE SHEEN TO STAR IN 9/11 INDIE FILM
Fresh from his HIV drama saga, the ‘Two and a Half Men’ star will make a screen comeback in the new Hollywood thriller, ‘Nine Eleven’. He would be co-starring with Whoopi Goldberg, Luiz Guzman, Olga Fonda and Wood Harris.
Sheen is currently on set shooting. Directed by Martin Guigui, Nine Eleven revolves around five individuals trapped in an elevator in the World Trade Center during the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, and their struggle to survive.
AGAIN, JANET JACKSON POSTPONES TOUR
For the second time, singer Janet Jackson postpones her UK tour which was due to start at the end of March. This time she attributes the postponement to ‘scheduling’ issues.
Last December, the singer had to postpone her ‘Unbreakable’ tour due to an undisclosed ailment. Although she constantly denied that she does not have cancer, there are speculations that the singer may have the deadly disease. No new dates have been scheduled for the concert.
SETH ROLLINS REPORTEDLY TRAINING IN-RING
After suffering a knee injury last November, Rollins is reportedly working out in the ring with extra caution on his knee. The superstar was estimated to return to the ring in 6-9 months time. Before his injury, the wrestler dominated the WWE ring with his infamous wins. He was the major sellout in the Shield and ‘what’s best for business’ for the COO Triple H and his wife Stephanie McMahon.
TEAM LANA HEADS TO WRESTLEMANIA
In an interesting twist of event, Lana, Bulgarian Rusev’s long-time escort will be challenging Team Bella in WrestleMania next month. For some unknown reason, Lana has been stirring trouble for Brie Bella who is likely to retire after WrestleMania. Now that the two will be slugging it out in the ring, the question that begs for an answer is will the match be the opening chapter of a new phase in Lana’s life or just a one-off thing?