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Stars Rally for Immediate Closure of ICE’s Dilley Detention Center
politics11 days ago

Stars Rally for Immediate Closure of ICE’s Dilley Detention Center

Madonna, Gracie Abrams, Muna and dozens of other artists signed a Change.org petition calling for the immediate closure of ICE’s Dilley Detention Center in Texas and an end to detaining children and families, urging transparency and reforms; the effort has thousands of signatures and follows reports of detainees at Dilley facing inadequate food and medical care, with broader immigration detention concerns cited by NBC News and AP.

Time to Rename and Reframe the Rock Hall of Fame
culture1 month ago

Time to Rename and Reframe the Rock Hall of Fame

OutKick columnist Austin Perry argues the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s latest nominees are top‑heavy with non‑rock acts and overlook major rock/metal bands, calling the branding misleading. He suggests renaming it to a broader “Music Hall of Fame” and rethinking inductees to better reflect the rock genre’s legacy, noting debates over Madonna, ABBA, Tupac, Mariah Carey, and others as examples of the Hall’s evolving (and controversial) identity.

Lyricist Behind Madonna’s Like a Virgin and Lauper’s True Colors Dies at 75
obituaries1 month ago

Lyricist Behind Madonna’s Like a Virgin and Lauper’s True Colors Dies at 75

Billy Steinberg, the prolific songwriter who co-wrote Madonna’s Like a Virgin, Cyndi Lauper’s True Colors and other ’80s anthems, died in California after a long cancer battle, aged 75. A longtime collaborator with Tom Kelly, he penned hits for Whitney Houston, The Bangles, Heart and more, was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2011, and left a lasting legacy as a lyricist and hitmaker across generations.

Charli XCX Steps Into the Frame: Pop-Star Cinema Gets a New Muse
entertainment2 months ago

Charli XCX Steps Into the Frame: Pop-Star Cinema Gets a New Muse

Ringer critic Adam Nayman analyzes Charli XCX’s The Moment as a sharp meditation on fame and persona, placing it in a long lineage of pop-star cinema from Madonna to David Bowie and Lady Gaga. The film satirizes the gaze of the industry while showcasing Charli’s growing acting presence and suggesting she’s beginning a rebranding as a film-ready artist within this tradition.

Madonna Celebrates Youthful Love in Bold New Campaign
entertainment3 months ago

Madonna Celebrates Youthful Love in Bold New Campaign

Madonna is embracing her attraction to younger men, showcasing her provocative style in a Dolce & Gabbana campaign and dating 29-year-old Akeem Morris, with whom she shares a close relationship. Despite concerns from her friends about her pattern of dating significantly younger men, Madonna remains confident and focused on her personal and professional life, influenced by her current relationship and her spiritual beliefs.

entertainment6 months ago

Madonna Opens Up About Custody Battle, Suicidal Thoughts, and Spirituality

Madonna revealed in a podcast interview that she contemplated suicide during her difficult custody battle with ex-husband Guy Ritchie over their son Rocco, and credited her spirituality and faith for helping her through the dark times. She also discussed reconnecting with her estranged brother and the importance of forgiveness and spiritual life for success.