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On This Day, Aug. 25, 1970: Elton John played his first-ever show in North America

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

On This Day, Aug. 25, 1970 ...Elton John played his first-ever live show in North America, kicking off a six-night stand at The Troubadour in Los Angeles.According to setlist.fm, Elton’s nine-song set opened with the now-classic “Your Song” and also featured “Border Song,” “Take Me to... Read More.

Multiple guests join Jonas Brothers at Fenway Park; Kevin Jonas debuts first-ever solo song

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

During Jonas Brothers' current tour, they've welcomed special guests at some of their tour stops, but their Saturday show at Boston's Fenway Park upped the ante. Not only did they have three special guests, but Kevin Jonas did something onstage he's never done before: performed... Read More.

Taylor Swift’s back in the top 10; Travis Kelce’s parents weigh in on her ‘New Heights’ appearance

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

Taylor Swift hasn't even released her new album yet, but she's already back in the top 10 on the Billboard 200 albums chart.While The Life of a Showgirl won't be out until Oct. 3, her previous release, The Tortured Poets Department, has jumped from... Read More.

‘Harry Potter’ director Chris Columbus does not want to be involved in upcoming HBO series

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

Chris Columbus is not interested in being involved in HBO's Harry Potter series.The director, who launched the film franchise by directing the first two Harry Potter movies, recently told Variety he is done with the wizarding world.“No, I’ve done it, you saw my version,” Columbus said. “There’s nothing left for me... Read More.

Drake has seemingly purchased Tupac’s Death Row chain

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

Drake, who made headlines in 2023 when he bought Tupac Shakur's iconic crown ring, has seemingly purchased another iconic piece of the late rapper's jewelry.Drake posted on Instagram a close-up photo of Tupac's Death Row Records chain, including... Read More.

Kumail Nanjiani thought ‘Eternals’ would bring Marvel roles ‘for the next 10 years’

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

Kumail Nanjiani expected his time in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to lead to many more jobs.The actor portrayed Kingo in the 2021 Chloé Zhao film Eternals, for which he underwent a major physical transformation. Nanjiani spoke about his experience after the film was released during a recent appearance... Read More.

Travis Decker search: FBI conducting investigation at campground where 3 daughters were found dead

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- An FBI investigation has prompted the closure of several roads, trails and campgrounds in Leavenworth, Washington -- including the site where Travis Decker allegedly murdered his three daughters -- as the search for the fugitive father nearly reaches the three-month mark,... Read More.

Snoop Dogg speaks out on LGBTQ representation in kids films

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

Snoop Dogg wishes kids films these days didn't have LGBTQ characters -- because he doesn't want to have to explain it to his grandchildren.While appearing on the It's Giving podcast, Snoop related a story about the time he was watching... Read More.

Neil Young plays Crazy Horse song ‘Long Walk Home’ for first time in 36 years

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

Neil Young played his song "Long Walk Home" for the first time in 36 years during his concert in Wantagh, New York, on Saturday."Long Walk Home" was originally recorded for Young's 1987 album Life with Crazy Horse, and he last performed it in 1989. In breaking it... Read More.

Dua Lipa thanks fans after 30th birthday celebrations: ‘I love this life’

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

If you follow Dua Lipa on Instagram, you've got to admit, her life looks pretty great — and in a post thanking fans for their support following her 30th birthday on Aug. 22, she confirmed that it is."I love this life, I love this... Read More.

Author: ABC News

On This Day, Aug. 25, 1970: Elton John played his first-ever show in North America

Multiple guests join Jonas Brothers at Fenway Park; Kevin Jonas debuts first-ever solo song

Taylor Swift’s back in the top 10; Travis Kelce’s parents weigh in on her ‘New Heights’ appearance

‘Harry Potter’ director Chris Columbus does not want to be involved in upcoming HBO series

Drake has seemingly purchased Tupac’s Death Row chain

Kumail Nanjiani thought ‘Eternals’ would bring Marvel roles ‘for the next 10 years’

Travis Decker search: FBI conducting investigation at campground where 3 daughters were found dead

Snoop Dogg speaks out on LGBTQ representation in kids films

Neil Young plays Crazy Horse song ‘Long Walk Home’ for first time in 36 years

Dua Lipa thanks fans after 30th birthday celebrations: ‘I love this life’

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