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Ben Stiller was reminded of Wicked: For Good star Ariana Grande‘s prodigious talents when the singer signed on to play his future daughter-in-law in the upcoming episode in the Fockers quadrilogy, Focker-in-Law. “It’s crazy how talented [she is],” Stiller told Jimmy Fallon on Wednesday night’s (Nov. 12) Tonight Show.
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“She’s so sweet. I didn’t know her before,” Stiller said, before quickly realizing that they had previously had a meet-weird on set. “Actually, I had met her before because she did a cameo in Zoolander 2 10 years ago. She was in an orgy scene we had. But I haven’t seen her since the orgy. She’s so great with comedy. She’s amazing in Wicked and she’s such a good singer, obviously, too,” he recalled.
Stiller described how Grande would wander around set humming and singing to herself, mimicking the vocal exercises the singer would do to keep her instrument prepped. He described the murmurations as “incredible, operatic… kind of soliloquy. And that’s just her humming. It doesn’t sound like I just did it. That sounds like I was possessed or something.”
Though Grande’s dramatic chops are on full display in both Wicked movies, the 32-year-old superstar who got her start in light comedy on Nickelodeon’s Victorious and Sam & Cat more than 15 years ago still has her comedy chops fully intact according to Stiller. “She’s so good with comedy. She’s just like a total natural,” he told Fallon. “I feel like she could do anything.”
Grande recently confirmed that she’d finished her time on the Fockers-in-Law set while sharing a sweet message to her co-stars and some pics from the shoot. “these past few months have been so, so unimaginably special. i love my Fockers, and i love my Byrnes… so, so very much. i will miss this bunch terribly. see you next november!” Grande wrote on on Oct. 31 in a post that featured her pointing to a nameplate with her character’s name (Olivia Jones) and hugging Stiller.
Fockers-in-Law, which also stars returning cast members Robert De Niro, Teri Polo and Blythe Danner, will be in theaters on Nov. 25, 2026.
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The final season of Stranger Things premieres on Netflix on November 26 and the hit sci-fi series is teaming up with a number of fashion and lifestyle brands to mark the occasion.
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GAP just unveiled a retro-themed Stranger Things collection with 80s-inspired denim, T-shirts and sweats, while footwear brand Aldo debuted a collection of whimsical Stranger Things shoes and bags earlier this fall. But perhaps the buzziest release was the latest collaboration between Nike and Netflix, with the Stranger Things x Nike Dunk Low sneaker, which dropped November 6.
The sneakers, which retailed for $155, quickly sold out on the Nike site and they are only available now on resale sites like Stockx, as of this writing.
Nike Dunk Low x “Stranger Things”
The distressed navy and white sneakers are the latest release in the Nike x Stranger Things collab, which was first introduced in 2019, and included footwear and apparel inspired by the show (previous models in the collaboration are also available starting from $115 on StockX.com).
Though the Stranger Things Dunk Low is no longer available on the Nike site, fans can still pick up a couple of new pieces in stock from the collaboration. One of them is this Caitlin Clark Indiana Fever jersey, re-worked with a Stranger Things-inspired twist.
Caitlin Clark Indiana Fever x ‘Stranger Things’ 2025 Rebel Edition
The Fever’s normal red, gold and blue jersey is re-imagined in the red, white and black colorway of the new Stranger Things season, and nods to the show run throughout the piece, from claw marks from the demogorgons in the Upside Down, to 80s-style red splatter paint detailing. The Caitlin Clark Stranger Things jersey is available in sizes XS to XXL.
Another official piece in the Nike x Stranger Things collection is this unisex crewneck sweatshirt, which features a slightly oversized fit and a cozy brushed fleece construction. The navy sweatshirt features the phrase “Friends Don’t Lie,” one of Eleven’s (Millie Bobby Brown) most iconic lines from the show. The caption “All Strangers Welcome” sits below the main graphic.
Nike x ‘Stranger Things’ Fleece Crew
The back of the unisex sweatshirt features large Nike lettering running from shoulder to shoulder.
Looking for more Stranger Things-inspired pieces from Nike? We like this New York Knicks “Halloween” T-shirt, which applies the same eerie vibe of Stranger Things to the Knicks basketball logo. Though it’s branded as a “Halloween” tee, this is a shirt you can really wear year-round. The lived-in look and feel, and relaxed fit, adds to the vintage appeal.
Nike Knicks Halloween NBA Max90 T-Shirt
This unisex tee is available in sizes small to 3XL. Nike also sells a similar T-shirt style for the Phoenix Suns and the Golden State Warriors.
And you can keep the 80s vibes going with this vintage-inspired Jordan Brooklyn tee, which features a stylized graphic of Michael Jordan slam dunking a basketball, along with the year 1985 etched in bright orange letters, marking the year the NBA star broke into the league.
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The front of the T-shirt features the same Jordan and net and backboard graphic, along with an orange Air Jordan logo. Pick this up in sizes XS to 3XL.
The final season of Stranger Things premieres with the first four episodes out on November 26, followed by three episodes on Christmas Day.
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Have you ever wanted your Christmas tree to reflect your music taste? If so, you’re in luck.
ShopBillboard is getting into the holiday spirit by sharing our favorite musician-themed ornaments so your tree can finally reflect some of the greats on your playlist, from Taylor Swift and BTS to Elvis Presley and Freddy Mercury. Each ornament chosen is extremely expressive and detailed, depicting its respective artists in colorful hues, sometimes with glittering accents.
Kurt Adler Grateful Dead™ Glass 60th Anniversary Ornament
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A Grateful Dead-themed glass ornament
If you’re looking to decorate your tree with a little music flair, this Grateful Dead glass ornament is for you. The piece features the iconic skull and rose imagery accompanied by glittering accents and vibrant hues of blue, red and silver. This ornament was released for the band’s 60th anniversary in August, and makes a great keepsake for the Grateful Dead fan in your life.
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Elvis Presley Blow Mold Christmas Ornament – White Suit with Red Cape Holiday Decoration
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An Elvis-themed ornament.
The King just got a whole lot cooler with this new decor. Clad in his iconic white bedazzled jumpsuit, this Elvis Presley ornament is the spitting image of the “Burning Love” singer down to his bright red cape and coiffed hair.
Zilker Home Taylor Swift Era-Music Tour Christmas Ornament
A Taylor Swift-themed ornament.
Ready to get into your Christmas Era? This Taylor Swift-themed ornament will surely get you on your way. Retailing for $13.99, this ornament is made of durable ceramic that can withstand drops and comes affixed with a motif of Swift in a Santa costume on the front, strumming a guitar with the phrase “In my Christmas Era” on the front. A gold string is looped through a hole on the top of the ornament, making it easy to hang.
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A The Beatles ornament.
The Beatles were very serious about Christmas, so much so that they released their very own holiday album in 1970, aptly titled The Beatles Christmas Album. If you want to get into the spirit, throw on that album and hang this Kat + Annie The Beatles Ornament on your tree. Retailing for $26.95, this ornament is made of glass and comes with a hook to attach to the tree. The front is equipped with black and white motifs of members John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr, along with their signatures. The back and front read “The Beatles.”
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A David Bowie ornament.
David Bowie was another musician who was pretty active during the holidays. As far as Christmas is concerned, the star once collaborated with Bing Crosby on a track titled “Peace on Earth/Little Drummer Boy” in 1977. The song features Crosby singing the 1941 standard “The Little Drummer Boy” while Bowie sings the counterpoint tune “Peace on Earth.” In any case, this ornament of Bowie is a keeper, depicting the ever-popular Ziggy stardust, Bowie’s alter-ego, in the center of a metal snowflake-shaped motif. This is one of the more intricate entries on our list, and one that we’re sure would look great alongside your more traditional ornaments.
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A George Michael ornament.
You can’t possibly celebrate the holidays without hearing George Michael’s sweet voice. Alongside Wham!, Michael produced some of the most iconic Christmas tracks to date like “Last Christmas,” which was released in 1984. With his contribution to the holidays, or at least your holiday playlist, in mind, we’ve included a George Michael ornament from Target retailing for $29. The ornament depicts Michael in glittering glory with a gold string attached to his head.
BTS Christmas Tree Ornament | K-Pop Holiday Decor
A tree-shaped ornament with the members of BTS on it.
We’ve always thought that Christmas was heavily lacking in K-Pop. Thus, we’ve included this cute BTS ornament from Etsy, retailing for $12.99. This ornament is shaped like a Christmas tree and comes in purple. The shape of the tree is created with each member’s name stacked on top of one another, all adorned with a star at the tippy top.
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A Freddie Mercury ornament.
If you can believe it, Queen has a song called “Thank God It’s Christmas.” It was a B-side of the single “A Winter’s Tale” from the 1995 album Made in Heaven. While he doesn’t scream Christmas spirit, this Freddie Mercury ornament for $30 was too good not to include in this list. Like our George Michael pick, this ornament is a glittering bust of Mercury with a crown sat atop his head, along with a string to attach the ornament to your tree.
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Lil Uzi Vert may be hip-shaking all the way to the courtroom after being hit with a lawsuit for his song, “Just Wanna Rock.”
An artist named Rief Rawyal is alleging that Lil Uzi Vert stole elements from his song, “Pain and Pleasure.” The track marked Rief’s reintroduction to music after taking a few years off. He claims the Philly rapper’s hit song “copies the original hook, melody, and theme” of his own. One part in particular stood out and made users online raise an eyebrow when Rawyal chants, “When I rock ah ah.”
In the words of Soulja Boy, he may have taken his flow, “bar for bar” (allegedly).
Vert dropped the “blickin” anthem on October 17, 2022, a track that had everyone and their mama in a chokehold. In fact, Lil Uzi’s hometown team, the Philadelphia Eagles, used “Just Wanna Rock” as their Super Bowl tunnel song in 2023, where he also performed the record while walking the team out. Since then, it looks like he may have to cough up some cash for the hit. Rief Rawyal says he originally sent a cease-and-desist to Atlantic Records, which he believes was met with a response in the form of a parody from Lizzo (also under Atlantic) mocking his song “Pain and Pleasure.”
Rief is currently seeking $110 million in damages from a gang of people, including Uzi, Atlantic Records, Roc Nation, Generation Now, and Warner Music Group.
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Adidas has teamed up with Disney to drop a Zootopia line of apparel and footwear that’s fun for the whole family. The collection comes just in time for the film’s long-awaited sequel, Zootopia 2, releasing in theaters on Nov. 26.
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If your little ones are big fans of the 2016 animated film, you’ll want to shop this collection at Adidas’ website before it sells out. Adidas took it upon themselves to create a smash-hit set of sneakers and apparel, capitalizing on the success that was, and still is, Zootopia. From lifestyle sneakers to tracksuits, each piece is pure fun, equipped with little nods to the movie, including character cameos and ultra-colorful prints for kids and toddlers. The best part? Most, if not all, of the pieces are heavily on sale so you can give your kids their Zootopia fix without breaking the bank.
If you’ve been living under a rock, Zootopia is a Disney animated film that came out in 2016. Get excited because the film’s sequel, aptly titled Zootopia 2, will be released this year on Nov. 26. The first film centers around Judy Hopps, a tough bunny who dreams of becoming a detective on the Zootopia police force. We’re also introduced to Nick Wilde, a scheming fox who makes Hopps’ job even harder.
The second film sees Hopps and Wilde on the twisting trail of a mysterious reptile who turns the mammal metropolis of Zootopia upside down. The film features a slew of new characters including Gary De’Snake voiced by Ke Huy Quan, Nibbles voiced by Fortune Feimster and Dr. Fuzzby voiced by Quinta Brunson.
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Adidas’ famed Samba silhouette with colorful printed graphics.
Some of our favorite new creations in the collection are based on some of Adidas’ famed sneaker models, namely the Adifom Superstars 360, Superstar II, Gazelle and the Adifom Samba 360. The Adifom Superstars 360 is transformed with a graphic, colorful print depicting iconic characters like Nick Wilde, Judy Hopps and, everyone’s favorite slow-going friend, Flash.
The sneakers, like the other shoe models in this collection, are made for play. The stretchy uppers and slip-on construction allow for easy on and off, giving the kicks a flexible fit that was manufactured with children’s sense of adventure in mind. In the same vein, these shoes are lightweight and flexible, moving with how your child moves.
Similar to the Adifom Superstars 360, the Adifom Samba 360 comes alive with more character graphics that pop against the black and white uppers. As always, the Samba’s iconic three-striped branding is kept intact. The sneaker is equipped with comfort in mind, made up of a stretchy Lycra upper and elastic gore that lets kids step into their shoes all by themselves. Ultra-soft EVA midsoles give way to flexible outsoles that give your kids the freedom to move and explore to their heart’s content.
Adidas Disney Zootopia Superstar II Comfort Closure Shoes Kids
Adidas’ Superstar II with gold accents and embroidered Nick Wilde detailing.
The Superstar II is a stripped-down model, foregoing the colorful prints for a simpler design centered around the ever sly Nick Wilde. You’ve got smooth leather uppers that transition into contrasting gold accents mixed in with cheeky motifs of the beloved character. For ease of wear, this style comes with velcro straps that are a little less involved for those kids who still aren’t comfortable with laces.
The apparel is also a major stand-out in the collection. You’ve got three pieces total, including a tracksuit, crew neck set and a onsie, all in sporty styles. Each piece aptly marries the street style ethos found in all of Adidas‘ products with the whimsy and fun of Zootopia.
Adidas Disney Zootopia 3-Stripes Bodysuit Kids
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A Zootopia-themed onesie.
Adidas Disney Zootopia SST Track Suit Kids
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A Zootopia-themed track suit in black and white.
The onesie comes in two colorways, Black / Off White and Blue / White. The piece seems to draw inspiration from athletic joggers and letterman jackets, hence the striping motifs and large “A” lettering on the front. The fabric is an ultra-soft jersey that allows for a wide range of movement during playtime.
The tracksuit makes for a super cool addition to your child’s wardrobe. Imbued with street style swag, the tracksuit comes in Black with white striping and letterman graphics fixed to the front. The fabric is smooth and plush, keeping your kids nice and cozy no matter where their adventures take them. The apparel offerings also include a Crew Set Kids, which includes a crewneck sweater and joggers in either Blue or Off White.
Below we’ve included a few more favorites from the collection that you can shop at Adidas.com.
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Adidas Disney Zootopia Kids Backpack
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A blue Zootopia-themed backpack.
Adidas x Disney Crew Set Kids
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An Adidas x Zootopia track suit in cream and black.
Adidas SST Disney Track Suit Kids
A classic black Adidas kids tracksuit with Zootopia graphics.
Adidas Disney Adifom Adilette Slides Kids
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Adidas foam slides.
Trending on Billboard The Devil Wears Prada is officially back in vogue, with the first teaser for the film’s long-awaited sequel arriving Wednesday (Nov. 12) featuring a perfect song sync from Madonna. In the 50-second clip, viewers are transported back to the fictional Runway magazine office in New York City as the one and only […]
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Kevin Gates’ mantra is he doesn’t “get tired”, but after his last Instagram live, he may wanna take a seat.
The Louisiana rapper has been dating 26-year-old Jelenny Tejada. Whio is a US Marine Vet and an influencer. The couple was first seen on iShowSpeed’s stream at the LSU game. A clip went viral of Speed asking Jelenny if she was hungry, where Kevin redirected the conversation to him and told the streamer only to ask him questions.
Since then, they’ve popped out many times together. Gates recently went on Instagram Live to share his two cents on dating. Implying that men do not want an older woman, “Don’t no n*gga want no old washed up a** b*tch man. What n*gga don’t want a young h*e man? You don’t like it, eat my d*ck, straight up.”
Before his relationship with Jelenny Tejada, Gates was involved in a controversial relationship with Brittany Renner. During their time together, Brittany made a complete 180; she stopped wearing revealing clothes, converted to Islam, and began covering her hair to start a new chapter in her life. Her transformation received mixed reactions online.
Some fans online called his fling with Renner a rebound from his marriage to Drake Gates, which ended after nine years when she sought spousal and child support from the rapper.
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Adele is slated to make her acting debut in the upcoming Tom Ford adaptation of Anne Rice’s 1982 novel Cry to Heaven. According to Deadline, Adele, 37, will join the star-studded cast of the movie that will also be written and produced by Ford through his Fade to Black production shingle.
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Among those reportedly lined up to feature in the film set in 18th century Italy are: Nicholas Hoult, Aaron Taylor Johnson, Ciarán Hinds, George MacKay, Mark Strong, Colin Firth, Paul Bettany, Owen Cooper, Daniel Quinn-Toye, Hunter Schafer, Josephine Thiesen, Thandiwe Newton, Theodore Pellerin, Daryl McCormack, Cassian Bilton, Hauk Hannemann and Lux Pascal.
The film is reportedly in pre-production in London and Rome now, with principal photography set to begin in mid-January for a planned late fall 2026 release. At press time a spokesperson for Adele had not returned Billboard‘s request for confirmation on her debut film role.
The singer known for going off the radar between albums, has been quiet since completing her massive Weekends with Adele residency series in Munich, Germany in August 2024. Her most recent album was her fourth LP, 2021’s 30, which featured the songs “Easy On Me,” “Oh My God,” “Can I Get It” and “I Drink Wine.”
The Rice novel tells the tale of a Venetian nobleman and a castrati singer from Calabria who are both trying to make their names in the opera world. Director and fashion designer Ford has directed two other films to date, beginning with his debut, 2009’s period romance A Single Man about a gay British professor (Colin Firth) living in Los Angeles in the early 1960s.
He followed that with the acclaimed 2016 neo-noir thriller Nocturnal Animals starring Amy Adams, Jake Gyllenhaal, Michael Shannon, Taylor-Johnson, Isla Fisher, Armie Hammer, Laura Linney and others in a story about an art gallery owner (Adams) who receives a manuscript for a novel written by her estranged ex-husband (Gyllenhaal) which appears to mirror their failed relationship. The latter won the 2016 Grand Jury prize at the Venice Film Festival and landed an Oscar nomination for Shannon for best supporting actor.
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Dancing With The Stars celebrated its own, 20th Birthday Party on Tuesday night (Oct. 11), and Robert Irwin was handing out the gifts.
Party night featured two unique rounds of dance. The first saw couples complete routines set to the songs of freestyle routines from earlier DWTS seasons. Then, each celebrity performed with a former Mirrorball champion in the relay dance round, which pitted two couples, toe-to-toe.
Irwin, the Australian conservationist, and his dance partner Witney Carson completed the first perfect individual score of the season, nabbing 40 out of a possible 40. They did so to the tune of his elder sister, season 20 champ Bindi Irwin’s freestyle song as a tribute to their father, the late Steve “Crocodile Hunter” Irwin.
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In an embarrassment of riches, Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach; Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy; and Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas also scored perfect rounds.
For his Relay Jive, Irwin teamed up with Xochitl Gomez (season 33 champion), facing off against Alix Earle and Joey Graziadei, swinging their hips to Olly Murs’ “Dance with Me Tonight.” Dressed in baby blue, Irwin looked at home as he does in a lion’s den, as he completed floor slides, leaps and showed off his fancy footwork. Earle and Graziadei, wearing red, had the second use on the ballroom floor. Irwin and Gomez were deemed winners, collecting the two bonus points.
The party ended on a bum note for Andy Richter and Emma Slater, who notched the lowest number of points and were eliminated from the competition.
Next week is Prince Night, which also serve as the semi-finals, while the winner will be crowned Nov. 25 following ABC’s three-hour finale. Watch Irwin’s Relay Jive below.
20th Birthday Party Leaderboard Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas: 42Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach: 42Robert Irwin and Witney Carson: 42Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy: 40Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa: 39Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten: 36Andy Richter and Emma Slater: 29 (ELIMINATED)
