The actor was found dead at his home in Austin, Texas. He was 43.
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Norman Lear, a true pioneer in the television industry, who has left an indelible mark on the world of sitcoms. Lear, who recently died at the remarkable age of 101, has been celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to the world of entertainment.
The actors are ending 2023 atop a wave of awards season buzz for their chilling performances in "May December."
Former England goalkeeper David James has raised concerns about the use of snus among football players, drawing from his personal experience with the tobacco product. Snus, a small pouch containing tobacco that is placed under the lip, releases nicotine into the bloodstream. The Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) has reported a growing number of players using snus, leading to concerns about addiction and its potential impact on players' performances.
Struggling in the Premier League with a series of disappointing results, Sheffield United has taken decisive action by sacking manager Paul Heckingbottom. The club's ownership has turned to a familiar face, appointing former manager Chris Wilder as his replacement. This move comes as Sheffield United finds itself anchored at the bottom of the Premier League table, facing the daunting challenge of a four-point gap from safety after enduring 11 defeats in the first 14 games of the season.
The highly-anticipated film "Wonka," featuring Timothée Chalamet as Willy Wonka in an origin story based on Roald Dahl's iconic character, has received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised Chalamet's performance and the film's entertainment value, others noted the absence of the darker elements seen in previous versions of the character.
One of the well-known grassroots music venues in the UK, Moles in Bath, is set to close its doors after 45 years, marking the end of an era. The club, where acts like Oasis and Ed Sheeran gained early recognition, has played a crucial role in the careers of numerous artists, including Manic Street Preachers and Supergrass.
The prestigious British Fashion Awards took place at London's Royal Albert Hall, drawing top models, designers, and Hollywood stars, including Pamela Anderson, Anne Hathaway, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Stormzy. At this glamorous event, designers Sarah Burton and Jonathan Anderson, along with model Paloma Elsesser, emerged as winners in their respective categories.
Protests have erupted across New Zealand as thousands rally against the new government's intention to overturn policies that enhanced Indigenous rights. Prime Minister Chris Luxon's right-wing administration aims to reinterpret the nation's Indigenous treaty and diminish the use of the Māori language. Māori leaders criticize the three-party coalition as "anti-Māori," while the government asserts a commitment to improvements for both Māori and non-Māori.
India's southern Andhra Pradesh state is grappling with heavy rains and strong winds as a severe cyclonic storm makes landfall. Nine individuals, including a child, have lost their lives in rain-related incidents in Andhra Pradesh and neighbouring Tamil Nadu. Thousands of residents have been evacuated from low-lying areas, with flooded residential zones and videos depicting cars floating in water.