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In 1963, a live recording by a 12-year-old musical prodigy became the biggest song in America and made history in more ways than one.

“Fingertips Pt. 2” by Little Stevie Wonder wrapped up its three-week run at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 63 years ago today, capping an astonishing breakthrough for the young Motown performer.

Wonder was only 12 years old when the performance was recorded and 13 by the time it reached No. 1, making him the youngest solo artist ever to top the Billboard Hot 100, a record he still holds.

But that wasn’t the only history Wonder made.

As “Fingertips Pt. 2” sat atop the singles chart, its parent album, The 12 Year Old Genius, reached No. 1 on the album chart. According to music historian Fred Bronson’s “Billboard Book of Number One Hits,” it marked the first time an artist had the No. 1 single and the album containing that single at No. 1 at the same time.

And remarkably, the performance that accomplished all of that nearly went off the rails.

Stevie Wonder Recorded ‘Fingertips’ When He Was Just 12

Written by Henry Cosby and Clarence Paul, “Fingertips” had originally appeared as a studio instrumental on Wonder’s 1962 debut album The Jazz Soul of Little Stevie.

The version that became a phenomenon was something altogether different.

Wonder recorded the live performance during a Motortown Revue show at Chicago’s Regal Theater. The roughly seven-minute performance was included on Recorded Live: The 12 Year Old Genius, but Motown founder Berry Gordy didn’t initially consider something that long suitable for a single.

The audience response convinced him otherwise. The performance was divided into two parts for release, with DJs gravitating toward the second half.

“Fingertips Pt. 2” begins with Wonder calling out to the audience before launching into a feverish combination of vocals and harmonica. But some of the recording’s most memorable moments weren’t planned at all.

Toward what appeared to be the end, Wonder slipped the melody of “Mary Had a Little Lamb” into his harmonica playing. Then he appeared to finish the performance and leave the stage.

Except he wasn’t finished.

A Confused Musician Wound Up on the No. 1 Record

Wonder unexpectedly returned for an encore after the musicians had begun preparing for the next performer, Mary Wells.

That created a problem.

The bassists were changing over between acts, and Joe Swift had taken over from Larry Moses, apparently believing Wonder’s portion of the show was finished. When Wonder suddenly resumed playing, Swift had to figure out what was happening in real time.

His confusion became part of the record.

“What key? What key?” he can famously be heard calling out as the musicians scramble to follow Wonder.

Rock critic Dave Marsh highlighted the wonderfully chaotic moment in “The Heart of Rock & Soul: The 1001 Greatest Singles Ever Made,” where he ranked “Fingertips Pt. 2” at No. 178 and called its conclusion probably “the truest false ending in history.”

Yet Marsh’s larger point was how effortlessly the musicians recovered: despite the confusion, the performance sounds as though everyone had been preparing for that moment their entire lives.

The accident became part of the magic.

‘Fingertips Pt. 2’ Makes History

Released in 1963, “Fingertips Pt. 2” eventually climbed all the way to No. 1, beginning its three-week reign atop the Hot 100 in August.

Wonder was 13.

The achievement was particularly remarkable considering how early he was in his recording career. Bronson notes that Wonder’s first three singles had all failed to chart. “Fingertips Pt. 2” was only his fourth single, and it took him from an exciting young Motown talent to a history-making star almost overnight.

The recording also featured several musicians whose names would become legendary in their own right. James Jamerson played bass during the performance, while Marvin Gaye, then still establishing his own career at Motown, played drums.

For Wonder, “Fingertips Pt. 2” was only the beginning. He would grow from the child billed as “Little” Stevie Wonder into one of the most celebrated singer-songwriters and musicians in popular music.

But 63 years ago today, he was still a 13-year-old whose unpredictable live performance had simultaneously conquered America’s singles and album charts.

And all these decades later, nobody younger has managed to take his place as the youngest solo artist ever to reach No. 1 on the Hot 100.

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Stockard Channing skyrocketed to fame in Grease, but the star just revealed she has barely seen the iconic film!

Channing, 82, earned acclaim for her role as tough-talking Pinky Lady Rizzo in 1978’s film version of Grease alongside Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta. Over the years, she’s navigated endless memorable film and theatrical roles ranging from The First Wives Club to Practical Magic. On TV, she made waves on The Good Wife and as Martin Sheen‘s wife, Dr. Abbey Bartlett, on the beloved series The West Wing. But we’ll always love her for her role as Rizzo. In a rare new interview with BBC Scotland, the star, who recently shared that she enjoys a reclusive life, explained that she’s only seen Grease twice!

“I’ve only seen it twice. The first time it was out, and 20 years later,” Channing shared, wearing a hat and long hair. “I admire the film because I think it was so beautifully made. It looks extraordinary; it’s really well crafted… It became such a big part of my life and other people’s lives.

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Channing Prefers a Reclusive Life

Channing recently shared that she enjoys a quiet life in London these days. She relocated across the pond to Maine in 2019, following the death of her partner, producer Dan Gillham, in 2014.

“I’m happy being a recluse,” Channing explained in a rare interview with the UK’s Sunday Times, noting that Gillham’s death was “more devastating than I realized; it had a lag effect. The pattern of my life shifted, so I shifted my life from Maine.”

She went on to say that children didn’t end up being part of the plan.

“Children were thought about and, yeah, I think about them now because it’d be great to have someone taking care of me. But hey, children can be just as selfish as everybody else out there.”

The changing tide of American politics also contributed to her departure, she noted, sharing her move “vaguely coincided with Trump getting elected and the way politics has changed in the US.”

‘People look at The West Wing and go, “ Wow, wasn’t it great when politicians had an ounce of integrity?”’ Channing added, recalling the public’s adoration for the hit NBC political series.

She’s Tackling Directing

While Channing praised her reclusive life, it doesn’t mean she isn’t taking on exciting new challenges professionally. She’s currently making her directorial debut with a production of Krapp’s Last Tape at the Edinburgh Festival. She’ll also be participating in a bunch of events this fall for the premiere of Practical Magic 2, in which she reprises her role of Aunt Frances Owens from the original alongside Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman.

Check out the trailer for Practical Magic 2 below:

Related: Stockard Channing, 82, Opens up About Her Reclusive Life Nearly 50 Years After ‘Grease’

Jennifer Garner is opening up about how she initially “panicked” about her career and finances following her split from ex-husband Ben Affleck.

“I panicked when I was first out of my marriage and realized I had taken such a step back in my work,” she said while chatting on Emma Grede‘s Aspire podcast this week. “And I was suddenly like, ‘Wait a minute, I have to take care of myself. I have to take care of these kids.'”

Garner married Affleck in 2005, and the pair separated in 2015. They finalized their divorce in 2018. The two share three kids together: Violet, 20, Seraphina, 17, and Samuel, 14.

In the conversation, which also included discussion about her success with organic children’s food company, Once Upon a Farm, she said she feared her acting career wouldn’t be stable enough to support her kids.

“I don’t know how long I’ll be able to work. This isn’t a career that’s like, ‘Hey, you’re 60, you’re 55, you’re 43 — come on, let’s let’s pay you more than you’ve ever made,’ she said.

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So the Five Star Weekend star says she dialed it in and “got very calculated and still” in her next steps. Ultimately, she made the decision to solely work in Los Angeles where her kids were based.

“I can’t leave these kids for six months at a time,” she said. “I love going on location. That is not this time in my career.” She says she asked herself, “‘Okay, what can we make happen? How can we do it?’ And we just got really targeted and and still about it. And Once Upon a Farm was very much a part of that play. The crazy thing is it’s working.”

Once Upon a Farm went public earlier this year at $18 a share with a $724 million evaluation, according to Forbes.

However, Garner says she still doesn’t rest on her stardom when it comes to bringing in money.

“Life is expensive, and you still have to kind of figure out how you’re going to live,” she said. “And just because you’re well-known by people does not mean that there is some great living being provided for you … it became very serious to me really quickly as someone who had never given a lot of thought to money: ‘Oh, I need to be an earner here.'”

Years later, the former couple are regularly seen on family outings together.

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Ella Langley is remembering Dolly Parton with an emotional tribute after the country music icon died at age 80.

Langley turned to her Instagram Story to share a photo of Parton and a message about the singer’s influence as an artist and as a woman in the music industry.

“Dolly, thank you for standing up for yourself as an artist, a songwriter, a musician, a producer, an author, a creative, and most importantly a woman in this industry,” Langley wrote.

Parton’s death has brought a wave of tributes from across the music world. For Langley, whose own career has reached new heights in 2026, the loss of the country legend also served as a moment to recognize the path Parton created for women and artists who wanted to follow their own voice.

Ella Langley performs during Stars for Second Harvest with ERNEST & Friends at the Ryman Auditorium on June 2, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee.

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Parton died at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, surrounded by loved ones, according to a statement shared with People. Her representatives said she had faced a brief battle with cancer, though the type of cancer was not disclosed.

Her nephew, Bryan Seaver, also announced the news, sharing a video message on Instagram on behalf of the Parton and Owens family.

Langley’s message focused on the many roles Parton held throughout her life. Beyond being a singer, Parton built a career as a songwriter, musician, producer, author and creative force.

Langley thanked her for showing other artists that they could be themselves.

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“You paved the way for so many to be brave,” Langley wrote in her Instagram Story.

The message also praised Parton for being open about who she was and for refusing to hide her personality. Langley called her “a beautiful soul” and said the world would never see another person like her.

The tribute arrives during a major year for Langley. Her hit “Choosin’ Texas” has continued to dominate the charts, while she has also been traveling across the United States on her Dandelion Tour.

The song recently reached its 19th week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, tying it with Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” and Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus’ “Old Town Road” for the longest run at the top among non-holiday songs.

Parton spent decades building one of the most successful careers in country music. She was the best-selling female country music artist of all time and sold more than 160 million albums worldwide.

Her career began with her 1967 debut album, Hello, I’m Dolly. Over the years, she recorded and wrote songs that became classics, including “Jolene,” “9 to 5” and “I Will Always Love You.”

Parton also created the Imagination Library, which has donated hundreds of millions of books to children. Her representatives said her generosity reached countless people and described her desire to help others as a guiding force throughout her life.

Parton had recently spoken about health issues she had been facing. Just days before her death, she said she was still healing but also continued to work on the many projects she wanted to complete.

Her death came more than a year after the loss of her husband of nearly 60 years, Carl Dean, who died in March 2025.

Related: Ella Langley’s Dance to Bee Gees’ 1977 Classic Catches Fans’ Attention

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Fall puts a lot of mileage on your shoes. Between back-to-school drop-offs, weekend festivals, game days, tailgates, pumpkin patches, and errands, there are plenty of days when you’ll be walking more than you planned and spending hours on your feet once you get there. While sneakers are an obvious choice, not every outfit calls for a shoe that looks like it belongs at the gym.

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In 1969, Neil Diamond wrote a deeply personal track that was so evocative, Elvis Presley couldn’t resist recording his own legendary version.

When the two entertainers crossed paths via the 1969 deep cut, “And The Grass Won’t Pay No Mind,” it created one of the most unique connections between two of popular music’s biggest powerhouses.

Diamond admitted the track was written more to capture a specific feeling than to weave a standard narrative. Yet, Presley saw the magic in its spontaneous energy and put his own unmistakable spin on it.

In a quote reprinted by a Facebook fan group of the singer, Diamond reportedly said of the track, “This song was pure stream of consciousness, written more to capture a moment in time than to tell a story. I still like the way it feels to sing this song.”

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Presley recorded the song at American Studios in Memphis for the album From Memphis To Vegas/From Vegas To Memphis, released in November 1969. Ironically, the studio cancelled a scheduled Diamond recording session to accommodate the king.

However, the two didn’t cross paths. They were said to have met once, when Diamond attended Presley’s Vegas show, and he introduced him from the stage.

Diamond discussed that moment in an interview with the website Elvis.com.au. He said the King of Rock and Roll was gracious in his introduction.

“He was electric, and he was wonderful, and halfway through his show, he introduced me. I was in the audience, and he introduced me, and it’s like worshipping a god and that god is saying, ‘Oh, stand up. I like this person. World, why don’t you meet him?'” Diamond explained.

Diamond added, “My God! So I stood up, and the audience started to cheer, and they started to say, ‘Get up on stage. You know, sing together.'”

The singer continued, “No, I couldn’t possibly. It’s – and he saw I was uncomfortable with it. He said, ‘Well, he’s on holiday now, so leave him alone. Let him enjoy the show’. And they did.”

However, that doesn’t mean that Diamond didn’t wonder what could have happened if the two had formally collaborated. He explained, “You know I thought about it over the years, what would I do, what songs would we do, and it’s not a good idea to come up and sing with another performer when it’s their show and it’s their band. I do know that.”

He concluded, “And I’m glad I didn’t because I don’t think it would have been a good idea to touch that, you know, the hem of the god. He was amazing. He was warm and very generous to me, and I think it’s best left at that.”

Additionally, Presley covered Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline” during his live concerts in Las Vegas in 1970. His version was notably featured in his concert documentary Elvis: That’s the Way It Is.

Diamond included “And the Grass Won’t Pay No Mind” on his 1969 album Brother Love’s Travelling Salvation Show. He later featured it on his live LP, Hot August Night. Though Diamond’s initial release gained traction in Australia, Mark Lindsay brought the track to a wider audience when his 1970 cover became a hit across the U.S. and Canada.

Related: 1969 Neil Diamond Classic, Written in Less Than One Hour, Remains Pop Culture’s Favorite ‘Reason to Smile’

In 1975, Dolly Parton released her hit track “Bargain Store,” and though the title tells part of the story, there’s more to it than what meets the eye (or in this case, the ear): the country classic was actually written with a double meaning. Decades later, the song is ranked among the legendary singer’s 10 greatest of all time.

In a new list published by Collider on Wednesday, Aug. 26, the track came in at No. 8. Explaining the rationale behind including it (her catalog is vast—it was, presumably, difficult to choose the Top 10), the publication wrote, “Dolly Parton could turn almost anything into a metaphor, and ‘The Bargain Store’ might be one of her greatest examples.”

Its double meaning lies inside the comparison between a woman recovering from heartbreak and an item inside a bargain store. “The emotional scars of the heartbreak have caused the woman to feel worthless while she waits for someone to willingly look beyond the scars and see her value,” the outlet further explained of the choice.

While the lyrics describe searching for a secondhand item inside of a thrift shop—”My life is like unto a bargain store / And I may have just what you’re looking for / If you don’t mind the fact that all the merchandise is used / But with a little mending, it could be as good as new“—they quickly divert to a woman yearning for genuine companionship: “Take these old, used memories from the past / And these broken dreams and plans that didn’t last / I’ll trade them for a future, I can’t use them anymore / I’ve wasted love, but I still have some more.”

Related: 1992 No. 1 Hit Ranked the Greatest Dolly Parton Cover of All Time

“This type of song could easily have fallen flat in another songwriter’s hands, but Parton again displays her greatest strength. That strength was her ability to take ordinary objects and situations and find something deeply human inside them. The song demonstrates the sophistication behind Dolly Parton’s songwriting and emotional intelligence, which is why this song makes the list,” Collider added.

The “9 to 5” songstress’ album of the same name, The Bargain Store, included such offerings as “Kentucky Gambler,” “On My Mind Again,” “When I’m Gone,” “I Want to Be What You Need,” “Love to Remember,” and more.

Fifty-one years later, the tune remains a timeless country anthem. At the time of writing, “The Bargain Store” had been streamed over 12 million times on Spotify and racked up 461K YouTube views.

News of Dolly Parton’s death at 80 was revealed on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026.

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Ricky Schroeder is facing backlash for his politics-fueled tribute to Dolly Parton.

Schroeder, 56, rose to stardom on the hit ’80s sitcom Silver Spoons. The show, which ran from 1982 to 1987, followed the young son of wealthy playboy Edward Stratton III as they lived a fun life in his mansion. In adulthood, Schroeder starred on NYPD Blue for three seasons. Now known for voicing his politics on social media, Schroeder took to Instagram to honor Parton, whom he got to know while starring in the 2015 American made-for-television drama film Coat of Many Colors, which was based on the legendary musician’s life. Parton died at 80 on Tuesday, Aug. 25, following a brief battle with cancer, PEOPLE shared. However, it was his statements in his tribute that are currently fielding significant backlash.

“I didn’t agree with her advocating for Transgender & Covid Vaccine support…but Loved her anyway. Thank you for choosing me Dolly to be your Movie Daddy,” Schroeder captioned his photo, which showed the actor smiling alongside Parton. In the comments, several people voiced their distaste for his statements.

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Schroeder is Almost Unrecognizable These Days

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A frequent face on social media, Schroeder shares his political views regularly. But for most fans who were raised on Silver Spoons and remember him as Ricky Stratton from the show, the star is nearly unrecognizable. Sporting long hair, glasses, a beard, and a hat, Schroeder recently spoke about the killing of Charlie Kirk.

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Not really. Schroeder’s last appearance onscreen was in 2016’s Dolly Parton’s Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love, the sequel to Coat of Many Colors. In the film, Schroeder’s character, family patriarch Lee Parton, makes sacrifices to have enough money to buy his wife the wedding ring he could never afford, while the children also sacrifice their own Christmas presents to give their mother this special gift.

To see the trailer for the original Coat of Many Colors, watch below:

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The 1960s produced many hit songs that have since been covered by plenty of music legends to come. One of these songs is the Drifters’ 1964 single, “Under the Boardwalk,” which came out in June that year.

Written by Kenny Young and Arthur Resnick, the production of “Under the Boardwalk” had a rough start, as the day before the band was set to record the song, the Drifters’ lead vocalist Rudy Lewis suddenly died. That left the group scrambling to figure out who would sing the main vocals for the song without having to reschedule the recording session.

Instead, the band decided that the other lead vocalist, Johnny Moore, would take over Lewis’ part. Clearly, it worked out for the group, as the single was released within a month and became a huge hit.

The song soared up the music charts in the U.S. and a few other countries after its release. It peaked on the Billboard Hot 100 at No. 4, while it topped the U.S. Cash Box R&B chart. It also broke into the Top 10 in Canada, New Zealand, and Australia, while it peaked at No. 45 in the U.K.

But what is really impressive is the enduring legacy of “Under the Boardwalk.” The song remains one of the Drifters’ biggest hits, and it has been covered by many major musical artists over the years.

Related: 1964 Rock Song, Co-Written By Sonny Bono, Is Still a Global Hit 62 Years Later

The first to cover the song was the Rolling Stones in 1965, yet it was only released as a single in Australia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe (known as Rhodesia at the time). It’s a wonder why they didn’t widen the release later, as the song became the band’s first No. 1 in Australia. It also topped charts in South Africa while it peaked at No. 2 in Zimbabwe.

Throughout the 1980s, Tom Tom Club, John Mellencamp, Bruce Willis, Lynn Anderson, and Bette Midler all released their own versions of “Under the Boardwalk.” While they all did relatively well, Willis’ version was the only one to break into the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at No. 59. It also peaked at No. 2 in the U.K.

In the years since, many others, including the Beach Boys, have also taken a chance on the song, but even now, the Drifters’ original version is still the biggest and most popular of the bunch.

Related: 1984 Folk-Rock Song, Written by Leonard Cohen, Among ‘Greatest Rock Lyrics of All Time’

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There’s something to be said about whimsical luxury. Pieces that capture the essence of this trend break from traditional styles, proving that things can look high-end without following the norm. From playful silhouettes to quirky accents, this style is a reminder that it’s okay to have some fun and not take life too seriously.

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Naomi Osaka once again delivered a head-turning moment as the tennis star teased her first look at the 2026 US Open.

The 28-year-old player, who is known for her stylish and sometimes eccentric looks, is locked in not just for the Grand Slam tournament but also for a fashionable run on and off the court.

Ahead of her first-round match in the competition, she brought major fashion energy, as seen in Osaka’s Instagram update.

In her latest post, the Japanese tennis star lit up Arthur Ashe Stadium in a bright orange ensemble that complemented her complexion.

Osaka’s outfit featured a strapless, flowy top with floral appliqués and sheer fabric that revealed her tan lines, paired with a matching skirt with cascading sheer orange fabric that flowed effortlessly with every movement.

Naomi Osaka of Japan looks on during a women’s singles match against Ashlyn Krueger at the Mubadala Citi DC Open 2026

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Adding to the look, she opted for a white handbag with floral details, high-heeled dark brown peep-toe sandals and silver hoop earrings.

Of course, the four-time Grand Slam singles champion’s pre-game look was not complete without a tennis racquet in hand.

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The comment section was filled with fans swooning over her look.

“If Carrie Bradshaw played tennis,” one wrote, saying that the look gave off Sex and the City vibes.

“Already serving,” another added.

“Serving on and off the court!” a commenter remarked.

“The tournament hasn’t even started yet and you’re already serving so hard,” a follower echoed.

Fellow tennis star Taylor Townsend also hyped Osaka, saying, “So cuteeee.”

Osaka is expected to showcase her hard-hitting game at the 2026 US Open singles main draw, which will kick off on Aug. 30.

The 2018 and 2020 US Open champion is recognized for bringing avant-garde fashion to the tennis court and sees fashion as a form of self-expression.

During her Wimbledon press conference, Osaka expressed her gratitude to fans who show “care” and enthusiasm for her fashion choices.

“I feel like I’m a lot more equipped to talk about my clothes than to talk about my tennis. It’s strange because I’ve been playing tennis for 20 something years but some days i dont feel like an expert on it but if we were to talk about my outfit I feel like i could keep going on and on and on but i find it really fun that people care and people are doing like these deep dives into the fabric and the making of stories, so I dont mind.

The stylish appearance suggests tat fans can expect more fashionable looks from Osaka throughout the 2026 US Open.

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Planning a bucket-list cruise through the Last Frontier is about to look very different for travelers who love upscale amenities and expansive ocean views.

As part of its newly unveiled global schedule for 2028 and 2029, Celebrity Cruises announced that Celebrity Equinox will officially make its Alaska debut in 2028. The move anchors Celebrity’s most extensive Alaska season to date, placing three distinct vessels in the region to meet surging demand for glacier viewing and immersive wilderness adventures.

Joining Celebrity Edge—which returns for its fifth consecutive summer in the region—and Celebrity Millennium, which heads back to North America after sailing in Asia, Celebrity Equinox gives cruisers an elevated new way to explore the rugged coastlines of Alaska and Canada.

“We’re delighted to give our guests more ways than ever to experience the world’s most extraordinary destinations in 2028 and 2029,” said Laura Hodges Bethge, president of Celebrity Cruises.“From the breathtaking fjords of Norway to the untouched beauty of Antarctica, these itineraries offer endless opportunities to explore, pairing immersive destinations with the elevated hospitality and unforgettable moments that define The Celebrity Way.”

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For its inaugural season in the north, Celebrity Equinox will operate seven-night open-jaw sailings between Vancouver, British Columbia, and Seward, Alaska. By sailing one-way routes rather than standard round-trips, the ship allows travelers to venture deeper into the state’s interior, offering up-close views of towering tidewater glaciers, snow-capped peaks, and historic coastal fishing towns.

To take the adventure even further, travelers on Celebrity Equinox will have the option to extend their voyage with land-based Cruisetours led by guides with deep local roots. These multi-day land packages feature stays at authentic wilderness lodges and scenic travel along remote rail and road routes, with dedicated stops in Anchorage, Talkeetna, and Denali National Park.

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Round-Trip Options and a Warm-Weather Twist

Travelers looking for alternative ways to explore the Pacific Northwest and beyond will have plenty of options across the fleet. Celebrity Millennium will offer convenient round-trip sailings from Vancouver, while Celebrity Edge continues to showcase its innovative, outward-facing architectural design along the Inside Passage.

For vacationers who prefer tropical breezes over glaciers, Celebrity Equinox is also scheduled to operate new round-trip sailings to Hawaii from Los Angeles before heading south for an extended South America and Antarctica season.

Bookings for Celebrity’s 2028 Alaska, Hawaii, and South America voyages officially open to the public on September 1, 2026, making late summer the ideal time to lock in prime balcony staterooms and suite categories ahead of the rush.

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Bachman-Turner Overdrive is kicking 2027 into overdrive.

The legendary 1970s hard rock band has just announced their No Speed Limit Tour, a 10-week, 24-date U.S. run kicking off Jan. 7 in Orlando and wrapping up March 20 in Carlton, Minnesota. Pit stops along the way include San Antonio, Nashville, Tucson, and Des Moines.

“I was a rock ’n’ roll child at 14 after quitting classical violin and seeing Elvis on TV,” Randy Bachman said in a press release announcing the tour, via Ultimate Classic Rock. “I feel fortunate and amazed to tour the first half of 2026 with Burton Cummings as The Guess Who—it’s exciting to see all the zillions of fans everywhere grooving once again to those hits.”

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He added, “And now, I also get to tour across the U.S. with BTO as we announce our No Speed Limit Tour for next year! I’m thankful to all the rockers who keep on rockin’ and inspire me!”

The No Speed Limit Tour marks the band’s first U.S. tour in two years. Pre-sales start today, Aug. 26, at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster, with a general on-sale starting Friday, Aug. 28, at the same time.

A powerhouse Canadian rock outfit, Bachman-Turner Overdrive helped define the heavy, blue-collar boogie-rock sound of the 1970s. But their path to BTO came after a few twists and turns.

Following his departure from The Guess Who in 1970, guitarist and songwriter Randy Bachman formed Brave Belt with his younger brother, Robbie, in 1971. Fred Turner joined as bassist, and the group evolved into Bachman-Turner in 1973, with another Bachman brother, Tim, also joining the lineup.

Performing as Bachman-Turner, they tacked on the “Overdrive” after seeing a trucking magazine with the same name on the counter at a truck stop in Windsor, Ontario. The name perfectly suited the heavy, industrial image they were after.

By the mid-1970s, they dominated radio and arena circuits, earning five Top 40 albums in the U.S., along with multiple gold and platinum certifications.

Adding “Takin’ Care of Business,” “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet,” “Let It Ride,” and “Roll On Down the Highway” to the canon of classic rock’s greatest hits, BTO was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2014.

Though the band underwent several changes through hiatuses and reunions over the decades, they always found their way back to the stage. Today, they’ve sold more than 30 million records worldwide, and their fans, affectionately known as “gearheads” after the band’s gear-shaped logo, have followed them throughout.

In 2023, Randy Bachman revived BTO as a family affair with son Tal Bachman on guitar and daughter-in-law KoKo Bachman on drums, along with Lance Lapointe on bass and Brent Knudsen on guitar. It’s this group who will be rocking through No Speed Limit. 

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Busy Philipps is opening up about undergoing two surgeries after discovering she had a malignant brain tumor.

Philipps, 47, appeared on Freaks and Geeks before hitting Dawson’s Creek as the college roommate of Joey Potter, the character made famous by Katie Holmes. She later showed off her comedy chops on Cougar Town and Girls5eva. But despite her comedy skills, Philipps has faced some serious issues of her own. In a new interview with PEOPLE, she reveals that she discovered she had a malignant brain tumor in February after getting a full-body MRI scan. Treatment meant undergoing two complicated surgeries to remove it.

“I’m grateful that I’m alive,” said the actress, who called the experience “the weirdest six months of my life.” 

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Discovering The Tumor

Philipps discovered that she had a grade 2 oligodendroglioma, a rare, slow-growing tumor, when she underwent a Prenuvo scan, which she had heard about on Instagram.

“I didn’t know why I wanted to get this scan except for the fact that I just did,” Philipps shared, noting that she didn’t have any obvious symptoms, like seizures. She scheduled the scan for Feb. 12. Her beloved Dawson’s Creek costar James Van Der Beek died of colon cancer the day before. 

The scan showed a lesion on her brain. Based on the shape, doctors were able to rule out glioblastoma, which has no cure. But she was advised to get a follow-up MRI as soon as possible.

“‘This is a real tumor, and it’s inside your brain. And Busy, it’s got to come out,’ ” Philipps recalls her physician saying on the phone. “I was hyperventilating and trying to breathe.” 

The news came just weeks before the actress was set to start filming her new CBS show, Cupertino. She had to tell her daughters, Birdie, 18, and Cricket, 13.

Facing Setbacks

After the surgery, Philipps contracted staphylococcus in her incision and needed debridement surgery to clear it. They also had to remove one of the tiny titanium tacks put in her skull during the initial surgery to hold the bone in place, the piece continued.

Now healthy, and thanks to the support of her ex-husband, Marc Silverstein, and her best friend Michelle Williams, Philipps is feeling great.

“We are frequently told by doctors that there is nothing to worry about [when] you kind of know that there’s something to worry about,” she said. “There’s nothing to be afraid of in having information. It’s only empowering.” 

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Working on Saturday Night Live can be a dream come true for comedians, but getting a sketch onto the air is another story entirely.

Even some of the show’s most celebrated performers have experienced the particular heartbreak of watching material they worked on all week get cut. During a 2025 conversation with Variety, Mike Myers opened up about just how emotionally difficult that process could be, and revealed the surprising lesson that eventually changed his outlook.

The conversation also featured Colin Jost, Marcello Hernández and Sarah Sherman, who discussed the highs and lows of making SNL as part of the show’s 50th-anniversary celebrations.

Mike Myers Used to Go Into a ‘Depression’ When His Sketches Were Cut

For Myers, 63, the emotional roller coaster began at the show’s dress rehearsal.

Every week, SNL puts its sketches through a dress rehearsal before the live broadcast. The cast and writers may have dozens of pieces of material, but only a fraction ultimately make it into the finished episode.

Myers admitted that he found the process particularly difficult.

“I used to go into a depression when my sketch got cut,” he said during the Variety roundtable.

It wasn’t simply about losing a few minutes of television. For the writers and performers, a sketch can represent days of work, rewrites and rehearsals. And by the time it reaches dress rehearsal, everyone has become invested in seeing whether it works.

Current cast members Sherman, 33, and Hernández, 29, acknowledged that the process can still be emotional. Hernández compared the experience to sports, explaining that SNL‘s competitive nature can leave performers upset when something they’ve worked on doesn’t make the cut.

But Myers eventually learned not to take the cuts quite so personally.

Conan O’Brien Changed Mike Myers’ Perspective

The person who helped Myers develop a healthier attitude toward rejected material was another SNL alum: Conan O’Brien.

Myers recalled a week when O’Brien, 63, had worked with a particularly difficult host who had put him through a frustrating creative process. When O’Brien discovered that one of his sketches had been cut, however, his reaction surprised Myers.

Instead of being devastated, O’Brien essentially treated the rejection as proof that everything was going according to plan.

That moment made Myers realize that a sketch being cut didn’t have to mean the entire week had been a failure.

“He taught me how to say, ‘OK. It’s not the end of the world,'” Myers explained.

It was a lesson that stuck with him.

Myers, who was a cast member from 1989 to 1995 and later returned for SNL‘s 50th-anniversary festivities, also said he now appreciates the editing process differently. He even joked about enjoying cutting material when he returned to the show to portray Elon Musk.

“If you’ve got eight jokes, three of them are OK and the five of them are strong, let’s just go with the five!” he said.

For a show where performers have just minutes to make millions of viewers laugh, sometimes knowing what to leave out can be just as important as knowing what to keep.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are back in the United Kingdom.

Multiple British media outlets report that the couple, along with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, were flown privately into Britain from California.

The Telegraph further reported that they landed around lunchtime on Wednesday, Aug. 26, at Birmingham Airport. Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet are set to begin school next week.

Their return comes six years after they made the decision to leave the UK for North America in 2020. The move earned the name “Megxit.” Since then, they have also had a public fallout with other members of the Royal Family.

 “I can’t see a world in which I would bring my wife and children back to the U.K. at this point,” he told the BBC in May 2025.

However, Harry has gone back to the United Kingdom for the funeral of his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, in 2022, as well as the coronation of his father, King Charles III, in 2023.

Over the summer, Harry and Meghan, along with their children, visited King Charles and Queen Camilla at Highgrove, their private country residence in Gloucestershire, England, marking the first time Charles had seen his grandchildren in four years.

Following news of their decision to move back, Page Six reported that the decision was largely based on Markle and Harry wanting to be closer to Charles. An insider then told the outlet that Charles “looks forward” to spending more time with his son and his grandchildren, Prince Archie, 7, and Princess Lilibet, 5. He was also told about their decision to move back a few days before it was made public.

“I know that Charles is the reason they are moving back,” a royal source told the outlet.

As for how long Markle and Harry intend to stay in the UK, it is being labeled as an “extended period of time,” according to ABC News.

Barbara Eden has had an emotional month.

The I Dream of Jeannie star, who celebrated her 95th birthday on Aug. 23, has lost two important people in her life in a short amount of time.

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On Aug. 24, the actress took to Instagram to react to the death of Shelley Fabares.

“Oh goodness, what can I say about Shelley Fabares,” her post began. “Dear sweet Shelley. I learned just now of her passing on Saturday. While I’m saddened by the news, I am filled with happy memories of filming ‘Ride the Wild Surf’ with her, Susan Hart and all the boys!”

Indeed, the two women co-starred in the 1964 Columbia Pictures surf drama Ride the Wild Surf in which Fabares played Brie Matthews and Eden played Augie Poole. The two women became friends on set, sharing a small home together in Oahu, Hawaii, while filming.

Fabares died on Aug. 22 following a “brief illness,” according to People. She was 82.

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It seems the whole world is in mourning following the sudden loss of country music icon, Dolly Parton. And Eden was also deeply affected by the loss.

“Dolly, words cannot define the enormity of your talent, the breadth of your kindness, the depth of your compassion and the expanse in which your legend will carry on in perpetuity,” the actress captioned an Instagram post on Aug. 25. “It was an honor and privilege to have met you at the Country Music Awards. I knew then as so many others have said; you were not only someone whose smile and presence were larger than life, your heart was even larger.”

Parton died of cancer, though she kept her diagnosis private.

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On Aug. 17, just days before celebrating her birthday, Eden posted a tribute to Heroes star Hayden Panettiere. Although the two weren’t close, Eden wanted to share her condolences.

“I’m saddened and shocked by the news of Hayden Panetierre’s passing,” she captioned a photo of her and Panettiere. “Our paths crossed on the convention circuits over the years. She was so sweet, such a lovely girl. Losing someone at such a young age (regardless of the cause) often seems to hurt more and is truly devastating, especially to her family. My deepest condolences to her family and friends.”

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Looking to expand your fall shoe collection with fresh, comfy, and fashionable options? We are too, which is why we’re shopping at retailers like Amazon. The website has tons of high-quality brands being sold at a discount, spanning from these super cute Clarks slip-ons to these classic Mary Janes flats. We’re now curating the perfect seasonal footwear trio with the Teva Flatform Universal Sandals, since they’re up to 44% off.

The sandals originally cost $80, but have been reduced to as low as $45 in the retro stripes colorway. The shoes are being sold in 10 other hues and patterns, spanning from a classic black for everyday to floral patterns for a fun pop of color. Keep in mind, sale prices vary by color, spanning from the retro striped hue at $45, to the tigerlily color at $67. Several shoppers purchased multiple colors for different occasions, with some recommending sizing up if you’re in between two sizes (the sizes range from 5 and 12). 

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Due to the fact that you “can walk around all day in these shoes pain-free,” you can pair them with nearly any outfit. Some customers wore them with exercise sets, while others sported them with dresses and skirts for a night out on the town. Since they’re not bulky and “super comfortable,” they’re also an ideal travel shoe.

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As the world celebrates the life and legacy of country great Dolly Parton, one of her most stunning collaborations is a reminder of the singer’s vocal gift and enduring partnerships. A 1999 performance on The Late Show with David Letterman, in which Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt performed a stunning cover of Neil Young’s “After the Gold Rush,” is being called one of the greatest harmonies of all time. Rewatching the performance, it’s clear the statement is anything but hyperbole.

Dolly Parton was one of country music’s most iconic solo artists, but her collaborations, from 9 to 5 alongside Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin to her 1987 and 1999 Trio releases with Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris, produced some of Parton’s most significant career moments. Some of her most memorable work came in partnership with other music and screen legends.

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With news of Dolly Parton’s death on August 25, this 1999 performance feels especially poignant. Parton, Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris came together on The Late Show with David Letterman to perform Neil Young’s “After the Gold Rush,” creating one of those rare television moments that feels even more meaningful with time. Parton’s unmistakable soprano, Ronstadt’s rich, soaring vocals and Harris’ crystalline harmonies blend with almost effortless precision.

Three Legendary Voices Become One

It’s not just the synthesis of their voices that makes this such a staggering performance. It’s the way neither jockeys to overshadow the other. In this performance, the real star is the vocal harmony, and each performer is happy to surrender the spotlight.

Together, they demonstrated something that is easy to lose sight of when talking about legendary performers: greatness isn’t always defined by being the biggest voice in the room.

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Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris Made the Song Their Own

Neil Young’s “After the Gold Rush” moves between images of the past, present and an uncertain future. Sung by Parton, Ronstadt and Harris, the song becomes more intimate, even haunting.

The effortless blend of their voices gives the song a warmth that creates a beautiful contrast to its darker themes. There are no vocal gymnastics, nor does any of it feel forced. The power of this cover comes from three music legends knowing exactly how to blend—and being willing to do just that.

It’s a masterclass in musical chemistry.

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The news of Dolly Parton’s death makes performances like this even more special. Parton’s career was marked by enormous moments, from hit songs and movie roles to countless awards. But some of the singer’s most revealing moments were quieter ones, when she simply stood alongside other musical greats and added what she could to make the music better.

Her collaboration with Ronstadt and Harris was an important part of that legacy.

Dolly Parton may be gone, but moments like this keep her spirit and stunning voice alive. She didn’t just leave behind a catalog of music. She left behind moments in time that can be rewatched over and over again and still stop us in our tracks.

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It’s almost time to say, “Bon voyage!” to Paris is Always a Good Idea. The limited series starring Lacey Chabert and Scott Michael Foster is nearing the end with the finale to air this week. Will Chelsea (Chabert) end up with Knightly (Foster) or will she remain single? Who will get married and who will get engaged? And will anyone find love anew?

Read on for more about this week’s finale of Paris Is Always a Good Idea, including an exclusive sneak peek.

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Career-driven nonprofit executive Chelsea Martin (Lacey Chabert) travels to Paris with her confident rival-turned-ally, Jason Knightly (Scott Michael Foster) to secure a major donation. But a heartfelt message from her late mother — and a loving push from her sister Annabelle (Rebecca Hanssen) — sends her on an unexpected journey to reconnect with the three great loves she once left behind. From the rolling hills of Ireland to the magic of Paris and the sun-kissed vineyards of Spain, Chelsea retraces old footsteps and discovers that sometimes, moving forward means first looking back.

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In “Marcos, Revisited,” last week’s penultimate episode of Paris is Always a Good Idea, Chelsea is encouraged by Knightly to seek out answers to the last few lingering questions about her past loves, Chelsea heads to Spain, and to Marcos’s (Alejandro Albarracín) vineyard.

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In “Knightly, Revisited,” this week’s finale of Paris is Always a Good Idea, change is in the air as Chelsea looks back on all of her loves and losses, now finally ready to face the future and anything it may hold for her.

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How to watch Paris is Always a Good Idea

Paris is Always a Good Idea streams exclusively on Hallmark+. The “Marcos, Revisited” episode of Paris is Always a Good Idea premieres on Thursday, Aug. 27.

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