All articles tagged with #publicity stunt
Comedian Nicole Arbour claims Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo are staging their divorce as a publicity stunt to launch a new career move, while the couple says their split is amicable and they remain on good terms.
Nicole Arbour claims Jelly Roll and Bunny Xo’s divorce is a staged publicity stunt meant to launch a new project, noting the couple’s split comes after Jelly Roll filed for divorce in May following a 10-year marriage. Arbour, who has long accused Jelly Roll of harassment (claims not corroborated by charges), says the press scandal would precede a planned launch, while Bunny Xo describes the split as amicable and reps declined to comment on Arbour’s allegations.
Toronto fire crews melted a 25-foot ice sculpture erected to promote Drake's forthcoming album Iceman after crowds used tools and blowtorches, prompting safety concerns and drawing on the heels of a nearby explosion tied to a Drake video; Drake appeared at the site and city officials stressed public safety as the release date surfaced online.
Sydney Sweeney posted footage of herself and a production crew scaling the Hollywood sign to promote her lingerie line Syrn, a stunt reportedly conducted without permission. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and the Hollywood Sign Trust say it was not authorized and are investigating; bras appear to be draped over the letters in the video. The incident could bring legal trouble for Sweeney and adds to her history of high-profile publicity stunts.
Actress Sydney Sweeney filmed a bras-over-the-Hollywood-Sign stunt to promote a lingerie line. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce says the production was not authorized and would require a license to access the sign for commercial use, potentially raising trespassing and vandalism concerns; LAPD reports none yet, and Sweeney has not commented as the bras were removed after filming.
In the film 'Marty Supreme,' Timothée Chalamet insisted on performing a real spanking scene with a ping pong paddle, refusing a stunt double, which led to a lengthy and intense filming process. The scene has garnered attention and added to the film's buzz, which is already popular and Oscar-contending.
After thieves used a Böcker Agilo lift in a Louvre heist, the company humorously capitalized on the event with a social media campaign highlighting the speed of their machinery, which garnered widespread attention but did not yet translate into sales, while emphasizing their opposition to criminal acts.
Sources deny reports that Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson faked their relationship for publicity, with insiders claiming their connection is genuine and not staged, despite rumors suggesting it was orchestrated for promotional purposes.
Reports claiming Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson broke up are false; their on-screen chemistry was a coordinated publicity stunt to promote their film, with no real relationship between them.
Howard Stern faces renewed criticism after a resurfaced 2003 interview where he made lewd comments to Sofia Vergara, prompting calls for his cancellation and speculation about his future with SiriusXM amid contract renewal rumors.
GameStop is auctioning off a damaged Switch 2 and a stapler used in an incident for charity, raising over $108,895 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, turning a negative incident into a positive action.
The article discusses how Sabrina Carpenter uses provocative imagery and statements as a strategic way to generate publicity for her upcoming album, a tactic historically employed by pop icons like Elvis Presley and Madonna to challenge societal norms and boost fame.
Gigi Paris, ex-girlfriend of Glen Powell, criticized the actor for faking a romance with Sydney Sweeney to promote their film 'Anyone But You,' expressing feelings of betrayal and disrespect amid the staged publicity.
Writer Gabriel Smith pranked the public by faking an email from singer Charli XCX asking to use the title of his forthcoming debut novel for her next album, garnering millions of views and likes. Charli XCX responded, denying any knowledge of Smith and his book. Smith, known for internet pranks, enjoys provoking people and has a history of controversial stunts. Other authors, such as Jennifer Belle and Susan Meachen, have also pulled attention-grabbing publicity stunts, with some having darker implications. Thriller author Mark Davis staged a kidnapping as a publicity stunt and eventually secured a book deal with a small publishing imprint.
UFC president Dana White abruptly walked off Howie Mandel's podcast after just 30 seconds, citing exhaustion from doing podcasts. Mandel had showered White with compliments, including calling him a philosopher, which may have contributed to White's flustered reaction. While the incident could be a publicity stunt, White's history of antagonism towards media adds complexity to the situation.