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Taylor Swift can fill stadiums, is about to flood the zone in movie theaters and, we found out this week, she can also seriously get out the vote. Just days after Swift urged Swifties to register to vote on National Voter Registration Day in an Instagram Story, shocker, they listened and signed up to do […]
Showbiz has dished up some memorable odd couples.
David Bowie teaming up with Bing Crosby for a Christmas classic wasn’t on anyone’s bingo card. No one saw Metallica and Lou Reed coming, together. Nick Cave and Kylie Minogue melted minds with a one-off murder ballad in the mid-90s.
Add to the list a “country meets contortion” entry, thanks to Reba McEntire’s performance with Sofie Dossi for the America’s Got Talent results show.
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On Wednesday night (Sept. 20), McEntire and her band rocked their way through “Can’t Even Get The Blues,” with Dossi, a contestant back in season 11, who performed precision acrobatic moves and hair-raising stunts on stage, above it and on the judges table.
The collaboration was a reunion of sorts. It was McEntire, who, as an AGT judge back in 2016, gave Dossi her Golden Buzzer. Dossi, aged just 14 at the time, finished in the top 10 during that run, then returned for America’s Got Talent: The Champions, where she was eliminated in the preliminaries. Now aged 22, Dossi has over 9 million subscribers on YouTube, and a music career of her own (2022’s “Bunny” has more than 7 million plays on YT).
McEntire is buckling in for another long-stint on reality TV. The country icon is joining season 24 of NBC’s The Voice as its new coach. Starting from next Monday (Sept. 25), she’ll be seated next to John Legend, Gwen Stefani and Niall Horan.
McEntire and Dossi didn’t provide the only entertainment of the evening on AGT. Two acts were voted into next week’s finals — the vocal ensemble 82nd Airbone Division Chorus and acrobats the Ramadhani Brothers, while a last-minute instant save provided a lifeline for dance troupe Avantgardey.
They head into next Wednesday’s final, where they compete with vocal group Mzansi Youth Choir, singers Lavender Darcangelo and Putri Ariani, dance groups Chibi Unity and Murmuration, magician Anna Deguzman, comedian Ahren Belisle, and canine specialists Adrian Stoica & Hurricane.
Watch Reba McEntire’s performance with Sofie Dossi below.
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Steve Martin is showing off his musical chops in a brand new performance of “Which of the Pickwick Triplets Did It?,” which was written specifically for the popular Hulu series Only Murders in the Building by songwriters Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and […]
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Taylor Swift has officially deemed it fall in the trendiest way, and in what is arguably one of her best Swift outfits. On Monday, the Midnights singer met up with Barbie movie director Greta Gerwig as well as actresses Laura Dern and Zoë Kravitz for a dinner that boasted stardom and style.
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Swift opted to wear a chic-yet-cozy houndstooth coat from Vince that’s also available on Amazon — and is still in stock! How did she style the look? She paired the staple piece with black knee-high Christian Louboutin boots and a black dress.
The “Cruel Summer” singer has been spotted in New York City debuting the most stylish outfits showing her ability to not only dominate the Billboard Hot 100, but our closets as well. This latest look is no exception and already has us pinning it to our Pinterest fall fashion mood boards.
It’s currently priced at a splurge-worthy $845, but if you’re balling on a budget don’t worry we found some wallet-friendly alternatives.
Vince
Vince Houndstooth Long Classic Coat
$845
The Swift-approved long coat comes in an elegant houndstooth print that’s made from a recycled wool and polyester material for added warmth without sacrificing trendiness. The front comes with two on-seam hip pockets and should be dry cleaned only for the best care, according to the brand.
Keep reading to check out the similar styles we found.
Abercrombie & Fitch
Wool-Blend Dad Coat
$220
Abercrombie wasn’t messing around with its Dad Coat as it features a more relaxed fit you can dress up or down. It’s made with a wool-blend material to help keep you warm as the temps cool down and features a back vent for added comfort.
Amazon
Chouyatou Plaid Wool Blend Long Trench Coat
$65.99
Looking for something under $100? Amazon has a long trench coat that comes with a timeless plaid pattern and button front closure you can customize to your needs. If you’re a Prime member you can take advantage of Amazon’s one-day shipping, which gets you the coat faster without having to wait the standard seven day shipping timeline.
Not already a member? Take advantage of Amazon’s 30-day free trial and enjoy free one-day shipping as well as Prime Try Before You Buy, which allows you to try on eligible clothing for up to seven days before having to buy them.
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Levi’s Relaxed Blazer Coat, Multi Houndstooth
$200.00
Levi’s is proving they’re not just stellar jean makers, but also know how to make luxurious outerwear too. Their Relaxed Blazer Coat comes with a more oversized fit designed with two front pockets decorated with flaps and a chic collar.
Madewell
The Carlton Coat in Houndstooth
$318
If you’re willing to splurge a little bit on a new coat, Madewell’s houndstooth version brings the timeless pattern in a green and black shade you can pair with jeans and a turtleneck or a comfy sweater dress. It’s completed with two front open pockets and notched lapels for added style.
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Tanming Long Plaid Wool Blend Peacoat
$49.99
This long peacoat isn’t just under $50, but features a classic plaid pattern made from a soft wool blend material you won’t want to take off.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best parkas and puffers, affordable varsity jackets and denim dresses.
We’re still more than a year out from the 2024 U.S. presidential election, but one particularly unlikely name seems to have The View co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin’s vote. During a heated Wednesday morning (Sept. 20) roundtable discussion about the imminent government shutdown, Griffin controversially claimed that Taylor Swift is doing more for the economy than […]
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The wait is over as American Horror Story (AHS) is back for a chilling 12th season. Antsy for some spooks and thrills? The popular anthology series returns to screens Wednesday (Sept. 20) at 10 p.m. ET on FX, and the next day on Hulu.
This season, titled AHS: Delicate, takes inspiration for the first time from a novel — Delicate Condition by Danielle Valentine — and to call it creepy is an understatement. Emma Roberts returns as a lead character named Anna, an up-and-coming indie actress who is desperate to have a baby and start a family with her husband Dexter (Matt Czuchry). She undergoes grueling IVF treatment and finally becomes pregnant, but the good news doesn’t last as she soon comes to believe that sinister forces are plotting against her.
Series creator Ryan Murphy is back with a star-studded cast, including The Kardashian’s star Kim Kardashian, model Cara Delevingne and Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, who are all joining the show for the first time. Other newcomers include Annabelle Dexter-Jones, Maaz Ali and Juliana Canfield. Returning cast members include Denis O’Hare, Billie Lourd and Leslie Grossman.
Keep reading to learn your streaming options to watch the show.
How to Watch AHS: Delicate
AHS: Delicate premieres on FX on Wednesday (Sept. 20) at 10 p.m. ET, and available on Hulu the next day. Unlike most AHS seasons, season 12 will be split into two parts, with the first part containing five episodes that will air every Wednesday until Oct. 18. The second part has yet to receive a premiere date.
Anyone with the FX channel can watch the series as it airs — just check your program channel guide to find the network. If you don’t have cable, you might be able to stream the series live using an HD antenna. Hulu subscribers will be able to watch the series for no additional cost, just go to the homepage and look under FX Originals.
Not already subscribed? Hulu offers a 30-day free trial, which means you can watch the series premiere and more for free. After the free trial is over, you’ll be charged a subscription price of $7.99/month (for the ad-supported plan) or $14.99/month if you choose the ad-free plan.
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$7.99/month after 30 days free
The ad-supported plan gets you instant access to thousands of movies and TV shows, including a variety of content from ABC, NBC, Fox, FX and other networks, in addition to Hulu Originals such as Only Murders in the Building, The Bear, The Handmaid’s Tale, Dollface, The Dropout, White Men Can’t Jump, Back in the Groove, Darby and the Dead, The Mighty Ones, Welcome to Chippendales, Nine Perfect Strangers, Pen15, Sex Appeal, Motherhood, Dead Asleep and The Kardashians.
Hulu’s ad-free plan ($14.99/month) includes everything in the ad-supported plan, plus you get to download programs and stream them offline. Additionally, you can subscribe to Hulu + Live TV, which includes the entire Hulu streaming library along with over 75 top channels, live sports, news, events and access to Disney+ and ESPN+. You can also bundle Hulu with Disney+ for $9.99/month or add ESPN+ for $12.99/month to stream with ads and $19.99 for commercial-free streaming.
Other Ways to Stream AHS: Delicate
There are additional ways to save money on streaming by taking advantage of promotions and free-trial plans through platforms such as Sling TV, Vidgo or DirecTV Stream for live and on-demand programs. (Vidgo has local channels in select areas.)
If you’re viewing from outside the States, make sure to use ExpressVPN or NordVPN. You’ll get a free trial with most of the platforms mentioned above, which means you can watch the AHS: Delicate premiere for free.
Watch the trailer for season 12 below.
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If you’re just coming down from the “Rush” of Troye Sivan’s last single, don’t fret — he’s ready to get you started all over again
On Wednesday (Sept. 20), Sivan gave fans yet another new song in the form of “Got Me Started,” a sweltering R&B-pop jam that sees the singer connect on a deeper level with his lover. Sampling Australian duo Bag Raiders’ viral hit “Shooting Stars,” Sivan urges his lover to take him to the edge. “Boy, can I be honest? Kinda miss usin’ my body,” he sings in a pitch-shifted chorus. “F–k it up just like this party did tonight.”
Alongside the new single, the Australian pop star shared a dazzling music video for the track. Shot in Bangkok, the clip shows a series of vignettes of couples around the city sharing tender moments, as Sivan breaks out his best choreography for the song’s chorus. As the tune progresses, so does Sivan’s night out in Bangkok: The star visits a drag club, where he tries on a few looks himself, dances through the streets and eventually winds up on a rooftop as the sun rises, still dancing the night away.
A teaser for the clip, posted to Sivan’s Instagram on Tuesday, showed clips from the lush video with the singer narrating a soliloquy over an entrancing beat. “After the last couple of years, I really thought that I, like, was incapable of feeling anything for a long time,” Sivan’s voice says. “Just even to feel a little bit of butterflies, or f–king … just feeling. I don’t know what you did, or how you did it. You said to me, ‘This is one of life’s greatest pleasures.’ And you know what? You were right.”
In an interview with Apple Music 1′s Zane Lowe, Sivan described the song as “the euphoric moment of total freedom, realizing that you’re completely fine on your own and that also this is not a moment of sadness, but a moment of endless possibilities.”
“Got Me Started” is the second single off of Sivan’s upcoming third studio album, Something to Give Each Other, due out Oct. 13 via Capitol Records. Watch the full music video above.
Singer-songwriter Maren Morris is putting her money where her mouth is when it comes to standing up for the LGBTQ community. On Wednesday (Sept. 20), Morris announced a special show to celebrate the release of her new EP The Bridge, featuring singles “The Tree” and “Get the Hell Out of Here.” Taking to the first […]
Who better to teach kids about hip-hop than Wyclef Jean? The Haitian musician will be joining the popular Apple TV+ animated preschool series, Interrupting Chicken, with a guest star role. Jean will be playing JD, a friend to the main character Piper’s father. In an exclusive clip shared with Billboard, Jean’s character teaches the kids […]
Latin spirit tells only a small part of Gabriel Henrique’s unique talents. The Brazilian singer showed the full arsenal when he performed Tuesday night, Sept. 19 on America’s Got Talent, for a spot in the finals.
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Henrique earned Sofia Vergara’s Golden Buzzer earlier in the season, with a performance of Whitney Houston’s “Run to You”.
Now, with his spot in the Qualifiers round, Henrique swung for the fences with a rendition of Jacob Banks’ “Something Beautiful,” combining pitch, power and an array of high notes that climbed to whistle range, a skill that would make Mariah Carey proud.
The room delivered a standing applause, as did all four judges.
“I don’t even have anything to say. It was perfection,” Vergara later enthused. “It was just like an angel. You are definitely a star. It was beautiful.” And it was goosebumps material, she declared, showing off the effect on her arm to her fellow judges.
Simon Cowell remarked, “You could have sung something less obvious. The fact that you sung this song…you absolutely nailed it. It was way better in my opinion than your first audition.” Just “maybe” with that performance, the Brit remarked, Henrique might have booked a spot in the final.
“You have an unbelievable talent,” was Heidi Klum’s opinion. “Especially from the second part of the song, you showed what sets you apart from the other singers. I feel like you busted out some tunes that are unhuman. It was incredible what we just heard.”
Speaking last, Howie Mandel admitted his initial concerns about the song choice. Those worries quickly disappeared. “Once you hit that note, that’s what makes you stand out. That’s why people are going to remember you.”
Just two contestants can go through from tonight’s round. Now, it’s America’s turn to vote.
Speaking through an interpreter, Henrique shared a parting gift. “I like to say what I feel in my heart,” he noted. “And if it’s not with love, then it doesn’t mean anything.”
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