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Robert Redford, Oscar-Winning Actor and Director, Dies at 89

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Robert Redford, a five time Golden Globe Awards winner died at the age of 89. His family confirmed that he passed away peacefully at his home in Sundance, on Tuesday 16 September.

Redford was an actor, director, producer, and a champion of independent film. He became popular in the 1960s with roles in “Inside Daisy Clover” and “Barefoot in the Park”. He also starred in classics like “Butch Cassidy” and the “Sundance Kid”, “The Sting”, “All the President’s Men”, and “Out of Africa”.

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As a director, he won the Academy Award for Best Director for Ordinary People in 1980. The movie also won Best Picture.

Aside acting and directing, Redford founded the Sundance Institute and the Sundance Film Festival. During his tenure, Sundance became an important platform for filmmakers outside the mainstream.

In August 2018, Robert announced that he would be retiring after making The Old Man & the Gun, inwhich he co-starred alongside Glover Danny, Casey Affleck, Waits Tom and Sissy Spacek. “Never say never, but I pretty well concluded that this would be it for me in terms of acting, and I’ll move towards retirement after this ’cause I’ve been doing it since I was 21,” he said at that time.

After a while, he was spotted back on set,

He said “I think it was a mistake to say that I was retiring because you never know. It did feel like it was time, maybe, to concentrate on another category.”

The legend was back on screen few months ago after 6 years. His last screen role was a cameo in 2025 on Dark Winds.

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His personal life had ups and downs. He was married twice and had children. One of his children died in 2020, James Redford. He died at age 58 from bile-duct cancer in his liver.

Redford is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren, who continue to be involved in the Sundance organizations and philanthropic efforts he built. He will be remembered not only as an actor and director but also in the institutions he built.

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After the announcement of his death, family and loved ones across the film industry are paying their respects. Actress Meryl Streep said “One of the lions has passed.” Jane Fonda described him as “a beautiful person in every way” and praised his belief in an America worth fighting for. Journalist Bob Woodward, whose reporting inspired All the President’s Men, called him “a noble and principled force for good.” Actor Mark Ruffalo shared that Redford was his hero and thanked him for his generosity as a mentor.

The legacy of Robert Redford will never be forgotten.

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Robert Englund Gets His Hollywood Walk of Fame Star on Halloween Day

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On October 31, 2025, Robert Englund was honored with his own Hollywood Walk of Fame, star a fitting date for the horror legend’s honor. The ceremony took place outside the Larry Edmunds Bookshop on Hollywood Boulevard. He received the 2,826th star awarded by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.

For the occasion, Englund posed beside his new star while wearing a dark suit and his iconic Freddy Krueger glove. He is known for portraying the razor-gloved villain Freddy Krueger in “A Nightmare on Elm Street”. For close to 50 years, Englund has built a legacy in the horror genre. He has also appeared in hit series like Stranger Things,The Goldbergs and in films such as Urban Legend.

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During his induction, fans dressed in Elm Street-themed costumes gathered to show their support to the actor.

At the ceremony, he was honored by director Eli Roth and actress Heather Langenkamp who portrayed Nancy Thompson in “A Nightmare on Elm Street films”.  In her speech she recalled how Englund would always rehearse until they rolled the camera, describing how even his posture conveyed menace.

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Langenkamp also praised director Wes Craven’s creative vision, saying his idea for Freddy’s bladed glove captured “that primal fear we all have of something lurking, ready to strike.” She concluded that those elements became part of Robert performance from the earliest days of filming. Director Eli Roth also praised the actor, calling him ‘a man who understands how to find humanity, even in a monster.

When Englund took the mic to express his gratitude, the crowd erupted, chanting, ‘Freddy! Freddy!’ The 78-year-old actor, thanked his collaborators and fans. He ended his speech with a line only he could pull off: “Trick or f—ing treat!”

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With his name now on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Robert Englund will always be remembered as one of horror’s defining figures.

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A$AP Rocky Proposes to Margaret Qualley in New York City a Secret Channel Project.

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On Tuesday afternoon, New Yorkers witnessed a romantic scene in the East Village when  A$AP Rocky proposed to Margaret Qualley in front of the Astor Place subway station. According to the French house, the two were filming during a secret project for  Chanel.

“We are working on a project that is still confidential; we will share more information at the appropriate time,” the brand said in a statement.

The scene took place weeks before Chanel’s upcoming Métiers d’Art show in New York, which will be the first runway show in the city in seven years and Matthieu Blazy’s first Métiers d’Art as the brand’s creative director. Thanks to paparazzi, photos from the set quickly surfaced.

 

A$AP Rocky and Margaret Qualley filming for Chanel in New York City — GC IMAGES

“I am delighted that Matthieu Blazy has chosen New York for his first Métiers d’Art show,”Bruno Pavlovsky  , president of fashion at Chanel SAS, said, adding that “He will make the creative energy of the city he knows so well resonate with the exceptional savoir-faire of the house.”

Chanel released a graphic teaser to promote the upcoming show. It had a double-C logo placed on an old New York subway map.

Rocky and Qualley each have celebrity partners. Rocky and Rihanna have been in a public relationship since 2019, while Qualley has been married to producer Jack Antonoff in 2023.

 

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One of Chanel’s most notable brand ambassadors is Qualley. She has worn the company’s creations to numerous red carpet events. She also participated in Chanel’s spring 2024 runway show and starred in campaigns for the French brand. Though Rocky is not a brand ambassador he has also been seen wearing Chanel clothing in many public appearances.

Together, A$AP Rocky and Margaret Qualley’s surprise scene has not only sparked curiosity but also helps build anticipation for Chanel’s next big reveal.

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Drake Appeals Court Ruling in UMG Defamation Case Over Kendrick Lamar Diss Track

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Drake isn’t done fighting. The rapper has filed an appeal after a federal judge dismissed his defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG), pulling his long-running dispute with Kendrick Lamar back into the spotlight.

The issue traces back to Not Like Us, Lamar’s explosive track released in May 2024 during their very public rivalry. The song dominated streaming platforms, sparked endless debate online, and became a cultural lightning rod. But behind the viral success was a line that Drake’s lawyers say went too far. They claim it falsely painted him as something he’s not, damaging both his reputation and his brand.

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Earlier this month, U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas threw out the suit, finding that Lamar’s lyrics were part of rap’s long-standing battle tradition: provocative, exaggerated, and not meant to be read as literal fact. In her ruling, the judge said the track was “non-actionable opinion,” meaning it fell under the umbrella of artistic expression.

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Drake’s legal team disagrees. The newly filed appeal asks a Manhattan court to decide whether UMG’s involvement in distributing and promoting the song could make the label responsible for amplifying defamatory claims. It is an unusual argument, one that questions how much accountability major labels carry for the content they release when personal attacks reach a massive audience.

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UMG has maintained its position, saying Drake’s complaint misrepresents how rap culture operates. Diss tracks, the label argues, have always lived in a space of creative combat where bravado and exaggeration are part of the game. But Drake’s latest move points to something deeper: a belief that the old boundaries no longer fit the modern music landscape where streaming turns every feud into a global headline.

If he wins, the outcome could set a major precedent, not just for artists but for the business that profits from their rivalries. For Drake, this is no longer just about a song. It is about control, reputation, and how far the industry will go in the name of entertainment.

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