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Tyson Ritter is used to making audiences go wild as the frontman of All-American Rejects. But during a chat with radio host Stryker on his Tuna on Toast podcast, the singer-turned-occasional-actor shared an intense run-in he had with Machine Gun Kelly on the set of the recently released low-budget crime drama Johnny & Clyde that sounds pretty wild.
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In fact, Ritter said the confrontation was so fiery he used it as acting inspiration for his role in the upcoming film Prisoner’s Daughter with Kate Beckinsdale and Succession‘s Brian Cox. Ritter said among the plot points in the Johnny film — which he sighed is “kind of an okay… bad movie” — is Fox’s character, Alana Hart, teasing his henchman character Vince about putting a finger in her mouth.
Ritter thought it might be interesting to call back to that moment and put his fingers in Fox’s mouth during her death scene later in the film. “So I go over [to her trailer] and there’s her man in there with her. This Colson guy, who you know as Machine Gun Kelly,” he said of Fox’s rapper/rocker/actor fiancé. “I call him Pistol Pete. So I go over there and I was like, ‘Hey, Megan. I wanted to talk to you about this moment where, when you die, because you’ve been teasing putting my fingers in your mouth, that when you’re dead, I put my fingers in your mouth. And it’s like this sort of resolution to my character getting his revenge.”
According to Ritter, that’s when MGK allegedly lost it and gave him “the greatest gift” for his Daughter role. “Colson just goes from… zero to like awesome rage and awesome super angry… He was super-bummed about me asking if I could put my fingers in Megan Fox’s mouth. He just went ballistic. It kinda went maniac mode,” Ritter said, noting that he kept his cool as MGK was allegedly losing it. “I think the whole experience for me was, ‘What the actual f–k is happening?,’” Ritter recalled. ” He had this baby’s arm of a joint dangling out of his mouth. And he was fully unhinged.”
At press time spokespeople for Fox and MGK had not returned a request for comment.
Though it was off-putting, Ritter said the run-in helped him get into character for the other movie he was shooting at the same time, Prisoner’s Daughter, in which he plays a violent, hostile character. “I was like, this is what I’ve been looking for with my character on Prisoner’s Daughter,” Ritter said he thought while MGK was allegedly shouting at him. “Because the next day I had to shoot this scene in Vegas where this character goes in and confronts Kate Beckinsale, who’s his ex-wife, and he goes from zero to apes–t. And I didn’t, I was really struggling [with] how to flip that switch.”
While Ritter said he originally planned to use his relationship with his father to reach down deep for his character’s motivation, the alleged MGK incident helped him dial it in further. “I remember when Pistol Pete just started going ape on me, I was like, this is really confrontational, but also thank you, dude,” Ritter said. “A lot of my role, in that one moment especially, it’s not only my dad being his drunkest, wildest self, but there’s a little bit of Pistol Pete in my role for Prisoner’s Daughter.”
Johnny & Clyde dropped earlier this month and Prisoner’s Daughter is due out on June 30. All-American Rejects are slated to launch their first major tour since 2017 on June 16 at Phase Fest in Kansas City.
Watch the Johnny & Clyde trailer and the Stryker interview below.
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America’s Got Talent has returned to our screens, and the tears have already begun flowing.The auditions are always a mixed bag. To paraphrase Forrest Gump, you never know what you’re going to get. With the Mzansi Youth Choir’s debut performance on the season 18 opener, we got something special. The choir from South Africa was inspired by the story of the late Jane “Nightbirde” Marczewski, a talented singer who shone on the 2021 AGT stage, and blew away judges with her own audition. On that occasion, Marczewski scored a golden buzzer with an original song, “It’s OK.” Following that performance, the singer revealed that she had a 2% chance of survival from cancer that had spread to her lungs, spine and liver. The video garnered millions of views on YouTube and her performance warranted a standing ovation from all four judges.Nightbirde exited AGT weeks later to focus on her health. Her story ended in tragedy, when Marczewski passed away in 2022, aged just 31. She’s gone, but not forgotten. And on Tuesday night (March 30), Mzansi Youth Choir ensured her music would live on, and her legacy would continue, by covering “It’s OK”. Hailing from Soweto, a township of Johannesburg, the choir was formed 20 years ago as a safe space for youngsters to develop and grow.
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Following the TV performance, tears. On stage, at the judging table and in living rooms around the world.
“For anyone who doesn’t know, we lost a very very special person from our AGT family. Her name was Jane. Her nickname was Nightbirde, and she sang this song,” Heidi Klum recapped for the audience. “It was really beautiful. Thank you.”
“That was the perfect AGT audition, remarked Sofia Vergara.
Howie Mandel was moved by what he heard and saw: “I’ll always remember Nightbirde. And to see that it touched people on the other side of the globe, unbelievable. You deserve so much more than a yes. And to be here, you deserve a thank-you.”Judge Simon Cowell wore his emotions for the world to see. “This brought back so many memories for me,” he said, trembling and wiping tears from his face. “I know how much this would have meant to her. Right to the end she was so passionate about sharing her music…you’ve come back here with the most amazing tribute. It was perfect.”The singers wouldn’t be denied. They earned the Golden Buzzer, and with it, a slice of history. Passage through the competition was awarded by the audience, a moment never seen before in AGT.
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Ariana Grande can not only say she’s a Billboard Hot 100 chart-topping singer, but also a founder of a PETA-approved beauty brand.
When it comes to makeup and skincare, it goes without saying that Grande is a trendsetter. As we become more aware of what goes into our products (and on our skin), making sure our beauty products are clean has been a trend that isn’t going away anytime soon.
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Grande, though, has made it clear that her brand R.E.M Beauty is not just something she does on the side of filming Wicked and recording music. In fact, she takes pride in her beauty brand and even uses the products herself, as she showed in a recent TikTok debuting her tarot cards.
Soon, her products will be featuring PETA’s logo and be listed among PETA’s Beauty Without Bunnies list of products not tested on animals. This marks a major milestone, as the brand becomes one of more than 6,000 around the world to have banned all animal tests on their products, according to PETA. While R.E.M. beauty joins the growing list, there are still beauty brands that continue to test on animals, which PETA emphasized in a statement.
“Every cosmetics brand needs to break free from useless tests on animals, and thanks to Ariana’s fabulous cruelty-free line, R.E.M. beauty is now PETA-approved and leading the way,” PETA Senior Vice President Lisa Lange said.
For those new to the brand or if you just want to stock up on your favorites, Grande’s makeup products are available at Ulta Beauty or on the R.E.M. beauty website.
Here are just some of the bestselling R.E.M. beauty products that you can add to your cruelty-free makeup collection.
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Beauty Midnight Shadows Eyeshadow Palette
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This bestselling eyeshadow palette features a mix of pinks and rusty reds that’ll serve au natural looks and something smokey for a night out. It’s even in a compact travel case to slip in your bag for mid-day touch ups.
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Beauty Sweetener Concealer
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Cover blemishes, dark circles and more with this quality concealer you won’t need to constantly reapply. The formula boasts long lasting results that’ll go on smooth — not cakey and won’t leave your eyes begging for moisture.
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On Your Collar Matte Lipstick
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Whether you go for a nude or pop of color look, this matte lipstick is here to help serve all your makeup fantasies. It’s made from a creamy yet nourishing formula that’ll keep your color in place without leaving you reaching for the closest chapstick.
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Interstellar Highlighter Topper
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Bring some shimmer to your face with r.e.m. Beauty’s powder highlighter, which comes in 10 shades you can apply for a glowing, out of this world look.
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NBC’s America’s Got Talent is kicking off its 18th season on Tuesday (May 30), and Billboard is looking back at the 17 talented winners who made history on the series so far. Created by former American Idol judge, X Factor mastermind and Syco Entertainment founder Simon Cowell, the global talent competition premiered in the U.S. […]
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After walking away from the 2023 CMT Awards with three trophies and the most awards of the night, the rap-country music star Jelly Roll is now giving up an inside look into his life with a raw and emotional documentary.
Jelly Roll: Save Me is a new ABC News documentary that will provide an in-depth look at how the “Son of a Sinner” singer went from struggling with addiction and his mental health to country stardom. You’ll be able to catch his life story when it premieres Tuesday (May 30) on Hulu right before his new album Whitsitt Chapel drops on Friday.
The documentary announcement described the film as a highlight reel leading up to his hometown show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. Before then, it’ll be showing us his life before including his incarcerations as an adolescent and adult, becoming a breakout star in 2022 and how the singer grapples with his sudden rise to fame. In the midst of it all, we’ll get a peek at how he balances philanthropic work at a juvenile delinquent center (the same one he was in and out of as a adolescent) where he shares his story and attempts to help at-risk youth.
How to Watch Jelly Roll: Save Me
The country star’s documentary is considered a Hulu Original, which means it’s exclusive to the streamer and you won’t find it anywhere else. If you’re already a subscriber, then you can watch it for free for no additional charge.
For anyone looking for the best streaming platforms, Hulu is one of the most popular options due to its wallet-friendly pricing and library of shows and movies.
Hulu $Starting at $7.99/month after 30 days
Hulu offers different pricing plans that you can customize based on your needs. Currently, eligible subscribers can get 30 days free on Hulu’s standard, ad-supported package which is $7.99/month (or $79.99/year) to stream thousands of episodes of TV and movies in the Hulu library like Only Murders in the Building, The Beautiful Things, The Kardashians, How I Met Your Father, Dollface, Nine Perfect Strangers, The Handmaid’s Tale, Dopesick and other Hulu originals; along with most new episodes from network TV and cable shows the day after they air.
Hulu’s ad-free plan is $14.99/month ($139.99/year) for everything in the cheaper package but you also get to download programs and stream them offline. There’s a bundle plan with Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+ for $13.99/month. You can even customize your channels by adding premium options like Starz for an additional cost.
And if you enjoy watching live television, Hulu + Live TV ($69.99/month) lets you access over 75 live channels in addition to the Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+ streaming libraries. Hulu lets users create up to six profiles under one account. Stream from up to two different screens at once from any device including a smart TV or laptop.
Check below to watch the trailer for Jelly Roll: Save Me premiering Tuesday (May 30) on Hulu.
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The ultimate competition of undiscovered talent is kicking off as America’s Got Talent‘s 18th season gets ready to premiere Tuesday (May 30). Judges Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and Sofia Vergara are returning to their table to assess a new slew of performers, ranging from singers, daredevils, comedians and more.
Talent of all ages enter the competition as they vie for the championship title, $1 million prize and a Las Vegas residency. Those with cable TV can watch the show on NBC, which will vary depending on your TV provider.
If you’ve unplugged your cable and are looking for the best streaming options, you can still catch all the action through DirecTV’s promotion going on with Peacock. Currently, when you subscribe to DirecTV Stream, you can get Peacock Premium for $2 off a month.
Peacock $Starting at $4.99/month
If you subscribe to DirecTV Stream now, you’ll also receive $10 off the first three months taking the monthly $74.99 down to $64.99/month. Since Peacock is considered an add-on, you’ll need to go to your account settings, find premium channels and add Peacock. It’ll automatically add the deal to your bill so instead of paying an additional $4.99/month for Peacock Premium, you’ll pay $2.99/month.
With your subscription you’ll not only be able to catch AGT’s season 18 premiere, but you’ll have access to over 30 regional sports networks, unlimited hours of cloud DVR space, unlimited simultaneous DVR recordings, the ability to stream on as many devices as you want and access to ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX and PBS.
Your Peacock subscription also means you can watch some of the hottest TV shows and movies including Yellowstone, the Vanderpump Rules reunion, the Indy 500, The Voice, Praise This, Poker Face, Love Island, Angelyne, The Office, Parks and Recreation, 30 Rock, A.P Bio, American Ninja Warrior, M3gan, Baking It, Below Deck: Down Under and more.
The season 18 premiere of AGT will happen Tuesday (May 30) at 8 p.m. ET.
Check out the latest trailer for the new season below.
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It’s game time! The Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat will face off in Game 1 of the 2023 NBA Finals at Ball Arena in Denver on Thursday (June 1). The game will broadcast live at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
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The Heat advanced to the finals after beating the Boston Celtics 103-84 in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference on Sunday.
If you don’t want to miss all the NBA Finals actions, we’ve put together a comprehensive list of ways to watch and stream games from your TV, laptop, desktop, tablet and any other compatible device along with links to buy tickets to games.
How to Stream the 2023 NBA Finals Online for Free
The 2023 NBA Finals kicks off on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. ET/5:30 p.m. PT on ABC. Those who already have cable or local channels through a TV antenna, can check local listings for additional channel information.
Basketball fans can also watch the NBA finals live on ABC.com in addition to ESPN outlets such as ESPN+, ESPN2, ESPN Radio and ESPN Deportes.
No cable? No worries! You can stream the 2023 NBA Finals games live and with a free trial from DirectTV Stream, YouTube TV (the official sponsor of the NBA Finals), Fubo and Express VPN — if you’re streaming outside of the U.S.
Shopping for the best streaming deals? DirectTV Stream is discounted $30 over three months, plus a free trial for five days. DirectTV Stream’s cheapest plan — the Entertainment package — is $64.99 (regular $69.99) for 75+ channels including ABC, NBC, Fox, CBS, ESPN, TNT, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, VH1, TLC and HGTV; access to on-demand content and DVR storage.
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DirectTV Stream also offers free Max, Starz and other channels with higher-priced plans, which range from $89.99-$99.99.
Although Sling TV doesn’t offer a free trial, new subscribers can join at a discounted rate starting at $30 for the first month. Sling Blue lets you access dozens of channels including ABC, Fox, NBC, ESPN, ESPN2, A&E, AMC, MTV, BET, E!, VH1 and Bravo (DVR storage included).
Can you watch the NBA Finals on NBA League Pass? Finals games will not be available to watch live but subscribers can listen live on ESPN Radio and watch on NBA League Pass three hours after the game airs.
Elsewhere on the roster of affordable streamers, Fubo TV’s Pro package is $74.99/month after a free trial for a week. You’ll get access to 160 channels (100+ sporting events), cloud DVR and streaming on up to 10 screens.
Hulu + Live TV starts at $69.99 to stream 75+ live and on-demand channels — including ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC, ESPN, ESPN 2, ESPN News, ESPN U, FS1, FS2, Fx, MTV, TruTV, BET, Food Network, Lifetime, Paramount Network, ID and TLC — along with everything on Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+. Another similarly priced streaming option, Vidgo starts at $69.99/month for 110+ live channels, on-demand and DVR.
Want to watch the NBA Finals live and in person? As you’ve probably guessed, tickets are pretty steep but passes for Game 1 start at around $530-$700 for general seating and upwards of $10,000 for courtside, VIP seating. Find tickets via StubHub, Vivid Seats, Ticketmaster and SeatGeek.
Want to show your team spirit? Visit NBA.com and Fanatics.com for official NBA gear and gifts for Father’s Day. Save up to 70% off clearance items at Fanatics and enjoy free shipping on orders over $24 at the NBA store.
2023 NBA Finals Schedule: Denver Nuggets vs. Miami Heat
Game 1: Thursday, June 1 at 8:30 p.m. ET, ABC
Game 2: Sunday, June 4 at 8:00 p.m. ET, ABC
Game 3: Wednesday, June 7 at 8:30 p.m. ET, ABC
Game 4: Friday, June 9 at 8:30 p.m. ET, ABC