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SDCC 2023: Where to Buy Last-Minute Tickets to San Diego Comic-Con

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Comic-Con is back! The annual convention kicked off in San Diego on Thursday (July 20).

Like in previous years, San Diego Comic-Con will feature panels, immersive activations and more for fans to enjoy along with screenings and announcements courtesy of Prime Video, Paramount+, Peacock and other streamers.

However, things will look a bit different compared to last year, given the SAG-AFRTA and WGA strikes. Though fans won’t be able to see their favorite stars in person, SDCC 2023 will be packed with things to do. Keep reading for Comic-Con details and ways to buy last-minute tickets.

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When & Where is Comic-Con?

SDCC takes place at the San Diego Convention Center located in the city’s downtown district. The convention will be held from July 20 until July 23.

How Much are Comic-Con Tickets?

Comic-Con tickets typically range from roughly $360-$550 for a single-day ticket and approximately $700+ for four-day passes.

Are tickets to Comic-Con sold out? Technically, yes. But you can find tickets through resellers such as Stub Hub, Vivid Seats and Ticketsmarter, which means that the price will be higher and you might not be able to purchase certain kinds of passes.

How much can you expect to pay for tickets to Comic-Con? Prices can range from approximately $679 up to around $1,080 for single-day passes.

San Diego Comic-Con Single-Day Ticket

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Unfortunately, tickets for Thursday are sold out online, along with three-day and four-day passes. On the plus side, there are a select number of single-day passes still available for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Despite the lack of star power, Comic-Con will be packed with foot traffic. Although major studios like Sony, Universal Pictures, Netflix, Marvel, HBO and Lucasfilms dropped out of Comic-Con, an estimated 135,000 people will attend this year, which is around the same number as last year.

Billie Eilish’s Iconic Outfits: 11 Pieces Inspired by Her Style

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Billie Eilish isn’t just known for her hypnotic voice and chart topping songs — the “Getting Older” singer has made a name for herself as a fashion influencer. From ballgown looks shown off at the Met Gala to streetwear outfits worn on and off the stage, Eilish knows how to make a lasting impression through clothing.

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While neon green and black looks are her usual go-tos, the star made an appearance at the Barbie: The Movie pink carpet in a pink ‘fit that still boasted the classic Eilish aesthetic without sacrificing the Barbiecore fashion that has taken over our social feeds. For fans who want to add a bit of the Happier Than Ever artist’s style into their own wardrobe, we looked towards Eilish’s iconic outfits to get some inspiration.

Keep scrolling to shop clothing, footwear and even some accessories inspired by the singer.

neon green high top sneakers

GOAT

Jordan 1 Retro AJKO

$From $98

Neon green has become the color that the musician has been known to wear out and about, so it’s no surprise that Eilish’s Air Jordans sport the shade. You can still snag a pair of your own high top Air Jordan’s from the singer’s past collaboration — and for less than $100!

Hot pink tie

Amazon

Hisdern Solid Color Tie

$11.94 $29.99 60% OFF

Want to recreate her Barbie look? To start, grab a hot pink tie like this one, which will you’ll want to pair with a pink pinstripe button-up. Don’t have the top? We’ve got you covered with our next pick below.

pink and white striped shirt

Bloomingdale’s

French Connection Rhodes Poplin Stripe Shirt

$68

Complete your look with a pink and white striped button-up top that you can wear with jeans, trousers, a skirt and more. Make sure to tie a hot pink tie around it to sport your best Eilish style.

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Amazon

Victorious Elastic Cuff Fleece Sweatpants

$23.95

Go bold with a pair of neon green sweatpants that come with a soft cozy material you can lounge on the couch in. If you really want to channel the inner Eilish in you, then pair it with a matching graphic tee or black t-shirt.

model wearing black mesh paneled cargo pants

Amazon

Floerns Women’s High Waisted Sporty Drawstring Mesh Paneled Cargo Pants Black S

$32.99

Hone in on the streetwear aesthetic with a pair of trusty mesh paneled pants. The mesh material will provide ventilation to keep you comfortable while the elastic cuffs will look great paired with combat boots or high-top sneakers.

white high top nike air force sneaker

Nike

Nike Air Force 1 High

$125

The musician loves a good sneaker including these Nike Air Forces, which she has been seen wearing casually. The white shade makes it easy to pair with black jeans or cargo pants while the platform sole will add some elevation to your overall look.

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Nike x Billie Eilish S/S Tee

$From $55

Nike is another favorite of the singer’s and we found the T-shirt from her previous collab with the brand. On the front is the timeless Nike logo while the back of the shirt comes with “Billie Eilish” printed on the bottom corner in her classic font.

black bucket hat

Amazon

Umeepar Unisex Cotton Packable Bucket Hat

$11.99

If there’s one thing that’s for certain, it’s that the “bad guy” singer loves to accessorize. Complete your outfits with a bucket hat that’s similar to ones the star has sported in the past (just with a wallet-friendly price of $12).

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Prada Linea Rossa Sunglasses

$244.30 $349 30% off% OFF

When looking at the singer’s style, she seems to prefer more edgy and sport-centered looks much like these Prada sunglasses she’s previously been photographed in. It comes in a universal size with a wide-fit for added comfort.

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Burberry

Burberry Check Silk Shorts

$800

Just like Eilish, snag your own Burberry checkered set starting with these silk shorts that you can sport around the house or during wine nights with friends. Either way, you’ll be channeling one of the star’s favorite brands.

burberry checkered silk short sleeve top

Burberry

Burberry Vintage Check Silk Pyjama Shirt

$1,150

Complete the set with a matching silk checkered top that’s totally worth the splurge as it features the iconic Burberry print in a silky, lightweight material.

For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of Olivia Rodrigo’s ring trend, Barbie merch and the best platform boots.

Stray Kids’ Hyunjin Named Versace’s Global Brand Ambassador

Versace has found its newest global brand ambassador in a K-pop star. On Thursday (July 20), the Italian luxury fashion house announced that Stray Kids‘ Hyunjin is the latest celebrity to join its family, and shared an image of the idol in clothing from the brand.

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“I am delighted Hyunjin is joining the Versace family. I am constantly inspired by new voices defining culture around the world and for me Hyunjin has great new energy and creativity. I love his confidence and freedom of expression. He is a true Versace man,” Donatella Versace, the brand’s chief creative officer, said via the brand’s Instagram account, which posted a photo of Hyunjin in an all-white Versace look.

Hyunjin expressed his excitement in teaming up with the brand. “I’m so excited to be starting my Versace journey as a global ambassador and to make beautiful moments together,” he said in a statement. “I am both inspired and honored to play a part in the House’s truly amazing heritage, and that Donatella believes I have the Versace attitude! I’m filled with anticipation and can’t wait to experience the artistic synergy with Donatella.”

According to WWD, the K-pop star will be the official face of Versace’s Holiday 2023 campaign, which will consist of a series of images and videos; it is set to launch in November.

Up next for Hyunjin is a headlining spot at Lollapalooza Paris alongside fellow Stray Kids members Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Han, Felix, Seungmin and I.N. on Friday (July 21) in support of their latest album, 5-Star.

See Versace’s announcement below.

Ariana Grande Is Dating Her ‘Wicked’ Costar Ethan Slater Following Dalton Gomez Split: Reports

Love is in the air — defying gravity, one could say — on the set of Wicked. According to multiple reports, Ariana Grande is dating her 31-year-old costar Ethan Slater following her recently reported split from husband Dalton Gomez.

Slater, who starred on Broadway as the titular character in the SpongeBob SquarePants musical, is also reportedly split from his wife, singer Lilly Jay, with whom he celebrated his four-year wedding anniversary in November 2022. Both TMZ and People report that he and Grande started dating after both of their previous relationships were over; the “Thank U, Next” singer reportedly called it quits with Gomez in January, though they have yet to announce their split.

Billboard has reached out to reps for Grande and Slater for comment.

Grande plays Glinda opposite Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba (aka, the Wicked Witch of the West) in Jon M. Chu’s upcoming pair of live-action films based on the Broadway show Wicked, which itself was inspired by the best-selling novel of the same title by Gregory Maguire. Slater is playing Boq, a munchkin boy who, ironically, harbors a crush on Glinda. He was spotted with Grande and others in a photo posted on Instagram in March by Michelle Yeoh, another Wicked costar.

Ethan Slater

Ethan Slater attends the 37th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards at NYU Skirball Center on May 1, 2022 in New York City.

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The reported romance comes just days after reports surfaced that Grande and Gomez, who married in 2021, were separating. One day prior, the pop star was spotted at Wimbledon with Andrew Garfield, Tom Hiddleston and fellow Wicked star Jonathan Bailey, her left hand visibly missing her wedding ring.

The pop star is reportedly on good terms with her soon-to-be ex-husband.

‘Barbie’ Movie Funko Pops: Where to Buy the Adorable Collectibles Before They Sell Out

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Funko is making a strong case for one of the cutest Barbie movie collaborations that fans need to get their hands on. The adorable collection includes Gold Disco Barbie, President Barbie and Western Barbie and Ken as miniature Funko Pop! figurines which retail for $12.99 each.

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The Pops are decked out in some of the eye-catching fashions from the film such as the sequin bodysuit and gold headpiece that Margo Robbie’s Barbie character wears on the dance floor, and the hot pink vest, bell bottoms and white cowboy hat (you might remember seeing both outfits in the Barbie movie main trailer).

Not to be outdone in the fashion department, Western Ken is ready to saddle up in a black, fringe shirt with matching pants and a white cowboy hat just like the movie character, played by Ryan Gosling.

President Barbie goes glam in a perfect replica of the blush pink gown and gold sash that Issa Rae (a.k.a. President Barbie) wears in the film. All four Funkos measure around 4-5 inches tall.

The Funko Pop! collectibles are available for pre-order at Amazon and Entertainment Earth. They won’t officially drop until Aug. 13, but it’s always a good idea to get your order in early — before they go out of stock.

Looking for more Barbie collabs to shop? You might want to add Barbie movie Crocs to your collection and be sure to check out our roundups on how to get tickets to the World of Barbie immersive experience, and what to wear to see the one of the most anticipated films of the year. Mark your calendars, Barbie: The Movie hits theaters this Friday (July 21).

Pre-order Barbie movie Funkos below.

Funko Pop! Movies: Barbie – Western Barbie

$12.99

Funko Pop! Movies: Barbie – Western Ken

$12.99

Funko Pop! Movies: Barbie – President Barbie

$12.99

Funko Pop! Movies: Barbie – Gold Disco Barbie

$12.99

7 Beauty Deals to Shop from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

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Clear some space off your bathroom shelf as the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is currently going on, which means slashed prices on some of the hottest beauty products. Whether you’re looking to revamp your skincare routine or want to refresh your makeup collection, there are tons of beauty exclusive deals you can take advantage of until the major shopping event ends on Aug. 7.

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This includes brands like Supergoop!, Nars, Bobbi Brown, Drybar and many more. Deals can get close to 40% off meaning you can snag some luxe brands without breaking the bank.

Not sure where to start? We scoured the sale and rounded up the best beauty exclusive deals from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for you to score some major savings. Don’t wait too long though! The sale is only going on for a limited time and it’s not uncommon for products to go out of stock. Make sure you hop on these deals ASAP before your must-haves are sold out — or, even worse, they go back to being full priced.

Keep reading to shop our picks below.

3-pack of supergoop sunscreen

Nordstrom

Unseen & Play Sunscreen SPF 50 Set

$52 $78 33% off% OFF

Pamper your skin with an SPF set of three from Supergoop. Not only will you get the popular Unseen Sunscreen, but you’ll get a mini version of the formula as well as everyday lotion to keep your skin protected whether you’re swimming in the pool or walking to the office.

white and blue bottle of self tanner

Nordstrom

St. Tropez Jumbo Self Tan Bronzing Mousse

$49 $88 44% off% OFF

Consider this a one-size-fits all self tanner mousse made with ingredients that aim to tailor to your skin tone, resulting in a more sun-kissed appearance. Simply apply the formula to freshly exfoliated and moisturized skin then wait up to eight hours before showering for the best results.

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Nordstrom

Kiehl’s Creme de Corps Body Moisturizer

$64 $96 33% off% OFF

Give your skin a boost of hydration with Kieh’s beloved body moisturizer. It’s not only 33% off, but comes with antioxidants and coco butter to help smooth and hydrate your skin.

eyeshadow palette next to tube of mascara

Nordstrom

Mac Cosmetics In Hindsight Eye Set

$42 $62 32% off% OFF

Whether you’re going for glam or a natural look, Mac Cosmetic’s eye set is here to help you out. It features six shades to mix, match and build with as well as a lifting mascara to complete your look with.

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Nordstrom

Nars Climax Mascara Duo

$32 $50 36% off% OFF

Stock up on mascara by taking advantage of Nars’ duo deal, which provides two tubes of their Climax Mascara for just $32 total (a.k.a. $16 each!). The formula is buildable and aims to provide volume to your lashes without clumping. The black shade will also help deliver maximum pigment to really help your eyes pop.

clear bottle of olaplex shampoo

Nordstrom

Olaplex No. 4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo

$77 $96 20% off% OFF

Color treated hair? Your strands will thank you once it drinks up Olaplex’s strengthening shampoo. The ingredients look to repair most hair types using a paraben- and gluten-free formula that aims to maintain hair bonds and re-link broken strands.

white and rose gold blowdryer with head attachments

Nordstrom

T3 Featherweight StyleMax Dryer

$133.90 $199.99 33% off% OFF

Skip the hair appointment and give yourself a salon-worthy blowout using the T3 Featherweight StyleMax Dryer. It not only features a sleek and modern design, but comes with four head attachments to customize your styling too.

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Beyoncé Announces First New Perfume In Almost 10 Years

On the heels of the launch of the North American leg of her blockbuster Renaissance World Tour, Beyoncé has announced yet another new venture. This time, the “Heated” singer is returning to the fragrance world.

On Wednesday (July 19), Beyoncé announced the imminent release of her first new perfume since 2014’s Rise. As with most news from Queen Bey, details surrounding the new scent are scarce. According to her website, the untitled “eau de parfum” will cost $160 and only be available in the U.S. and Canada as a Beyonce.com exclusive. The fragrance’s description also reveals that bottles will begin shipping in November, and a “special gift” is included with each purchase. The perfume’s top notes include clementine and golden honey, with base notes of Namibian myrrh and golden amber, and heart notes of rose absolute and jasmine sambac.

Beyoncé has released a plethora of perfume lines, including Heat (2010), Pulse (2011), and Rise (2014). Heat is by far the “America Has a Problem” singer’s most successful fragrance, spawning seven different spin-off scents. Heat is one of the best-selling celebrity-endorsed perfumes of all time. While a new perfume isn’t exactly what fans meant in their demands for the Renaissance visuals, Queen Bey’s latest scent is sure to be a success, if her prior perfumes are anything to go by.

According to Beyoncé’s website, the new perfume was created in France and will be “encased in art” — two potential clues that may point towards a link between the fragrance and her Renaissance album. The “Plastic Off the Sofa” singer is currently traveling across the United States on her Renaissance World Tour. The stadium tour grossed $154 million and sold one million tickets in Europe alone.

Click here to find out more about Beyoncé’s mysterious new perfume.

Logic & Wife Brittney Noell Welcome Second Child: ‘We Couldn’t Be Happier’

Logic is a father of two! On Wednesday (July 19), the rapper’s wife Brittney Noell revealed that she recently gave birth to their second child together, a son named Leo.

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“Our beautiful Leo was born and we couldn’t be happier,” she wrote on Instagram, along with a white heart emoji. “We are all (especially Bobby) so in love.”

The images featured newborn Leo resting while swaddled in a blanket, a pink and blue striped hospital beanie covering his head. One photo showed Noell and Logic’s eldest son, Bobby, looking beside himself with excitement while holding the newborn, who wore a mustard yellow onesie and gray beanie.

The “1-800-273-8255” rapper first announced that he and Noell were expecting their second child in a New Year’s Day Instagram post to kick off 2023. “Happy New Baby!” Logic captioned a video on his feed, which shows Noell in a doctor’s appointment for an ultrasound viewing

Noell also shared the baby news with the world at the start of 2023 by posting an announcement of her own to Instagram. “Baby Hall #2 coming 2023,” she wrote, along with a video from her ultrasound appointment.

Logic — whose real name is Sir Robert Bryson Hall II — and Noell welcomed Bobby in 2020. The pair tied the knot a year prior in 2019.

See Noell’s Instagram post announcing the arrival of baby Leo below.

Amazon Deal: How to Get 1 Month of Audible for Free

Amazon has become known for more than just its wide selection of products and fast shipping — the online site is now a hub for top-tier entertainment as well. And now, Amazon is offering up one of its best-ever deals for entertainment with a free trial offer on Audible.

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Right now, Audible Premium Plus is offering one month of service for free with zero commitment. The deal gives you unlimited access to Amazon’s library of Audible Originals, audiobooks, podcasts, sleek tracks and meditation programs. Plus, if you go with the Audible Plus Premium plan, you’ll get one free title from Audible’s library a month to keep in addition to everything included in the Audible Plus plan.

Audible Free Trial

New users will also get 30% off of any additional books that are purchased. An Audible Premium Plus membership usually costs $14.95 a month, so with the one month free, users will save $15. Even if the free trial is canceled, users will keep all downloaded books.

From female musician memoirs to edge-of-your-seat psychological thrillers, there’s something for everyone within the Audible library.

After one month, the price goes up to $7.95/month for the Audible Plus plan and $14.95/month for Audible Premium Plus.

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Kevin Jonas’ ‘Really Special’ Children’s Book Becomes a Bestseller In a Week: Here Are All the Ways to Buy It Online

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Between the Jonas Brothers tour kicking off next month and a new season of Claim to Fame, Kevin Jonas already has a lot to celebrate, and he can now add bestselling children’s book author to his list of accolades.

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There’s a Beach in My Bedroom ($18.99), the second children’s book written by Kevin and Danielle Jonas, hit No. 1 on Amazon less than a week after being released. The “imagination-focused picture book” teaches kids “how to overcome the rainy-day doldrums” and “find the fun in every situation.”

There’s a Beach in My Bedroom is available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, AbeBooks, Thrift Books and Target.

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There’s a Beach in My Bedroom

$17.09 $18.99 10% OFF

“The book is really special,” Kevin said Monday (July 17) during an interview on The View alongside Danielle. “As we all know, disappointment for kids can be a little hard to understand,” he added before explaining the book’s plot.

“The whole family’s about to go out to the beach sadly, it’s raining, and they can’t do that. [The book is about] turning that moment into something fun as a family, even without having something you’re supposed to have. I think we all deal with that, whether it’s adults [or] children.”

The couple, who tied the knot in 2009, released their first children’s book, There’s a Rock Concert in My Bedroom, last year.

The father of two, who married wife Danielle in 2009, went on to chat about making “memorable” moments with their two daughters.

“We always want to make them feel special,“ he explained. “It’s about making those moments memorable. With us, as busy as we are, I think it’s about time and being present. Especially when I’m tour, I’ll fly home on a day off, just so I can be there. “

Watch the full interview below.


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