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ELVIS PRESLEY


Lisa Marie Presley wanted daughter Riley, not Priscilla, to take over legacy: Graceland exec

Managing Partner at Elvis Presley Enterprises, Joel Weinshanker, is speaking out about Lisa Marie Presley's last wishes, which include her daughter Riley Keough carrying on the family's legacy, not her mother Priscilla.

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Priscilla Presley disputes trust of late Lisa Marie Presley

Priscilla Presley has filed legal documents disputing who oversees the estate of her late daughter Lisa Marie Presley.

Couture season ends with clubbing, celebrity and glamour

The experimentalism and audacity of 1980s club kids inspired Valentino in one of the last high-octane shows of this Paris Fashion Week couture season.

How (and where) to watch Oscar-nominated films online

The nominations to the 95th Academy Awards are now out.

Family and fans say goodbye to Lisa Marie Presley

Crowds of mourners gathered Sunday to remember Lisa Marie Presley. The singer and sole child of Elvis Presley died earlier this month after being hospitalized following a cardiac arrest. Elise Preston reports.

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Mourners gather at Graceland for a final farewell to Lisa Marie Presley

Family and friends gathered at Elvis Presley's historic Graceland home in Memphis for a final farewell to Lisa Marie Presley. Elise Preston reports.

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Lisa Marie Presley’s pal Sarah Ferguson believes late star died of broken heart: ‘She’s with Ben now’

Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis Presley and Priscilla Presley, died on Jan. 12 at age 54. She is survived by three daughters: Riley Keough, Finley and Harper Lockwood.

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When the world said goodbye to Elvis Presley at his funeral

Memories of Elvis Presley’s public sendoff in August 1977 are bubbling up ahead of his daughter Lisa Marie’s public memorial at Graceland on Sunday.

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Vanessa Hudgens Has One Word For Ex-Partner Austin Butler And His 'Elvis' Voice

Fans pointed out that Butler’s voice still sounded akin to Elvis Presley during his appearance – and win – at the Golden Globe Awards earlier this month.

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Lisa Marie Presley’s grave being prepared near Elvis burial site, photo shows

Preparations for Lisa Marie Presley’s grave site have begun, with new photos showing how close it is to where her father and son were buried. Lisa Marie Presley is set to be laid to rest near the grave of Elvis Presley and directly next to her son, Benjamin Keogh, around a fountain at the Graceland mansion in Memphis, according to TMZ, which published the images Wednesday. Elvis’ parents are ...

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Memorial for Lisa Marie Presley to be held at Graceland

A public memorial service for Lisa Marie Presley will be held next weekend at Graceland, the famed Memphis home of her father, Elvis Presley.

Lisa Marie Presley net worth: Losses, lawsuits and Graceland

Presley, who inherited Elvis Presley's fortune, once claimed she had suffered an "11-year odyssey to financial ruin."

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Passage: Jeff Beck, Lisa Marie Presley and Bernard Kalb

"Sunday Morning" looks back on the lives of three notable personalities in the fields of music and journalism.

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The Saturday Six: Kate Winslet helps a young journalist, a ringtail cat recovered and more

In case you missed it, the Earth's ozone layer is recovering and a little girl found an ancient fossil hiding underwater.

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AFI Awards holds moment of silence for Lisa Marie Presley

The American Film Institute Awards opened its ceremony with a moment of silence for singer-songwriter Lisa Marie Presley.

Lisa Marie Presley to be buried next to her son in Graceland, representative says

The singer-songwriter's final resting place will be next to her son, Benjamin Keough, who died in 2020.

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Lisa Marie Presley remembered by Nicolas Cage and the Michael Jackson Estate: 'She lit up every room'

Nicolas Cage and the Michael Jackson Estate are speaking out about the death of Lisa Marie Presley at the age of 54 on Thursday. She was married to Michael Jackson in 1994 and Nicolas Cage in 2002.

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Lisa Marie Presley net worth: Losses, lawsuits and Graceland

Presley, who inherited Elvis Presley's fortune, once claimed she had suffered an "11-year odyssey to financial ruin."

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Lisa Marie Presley will be buried at Graceland next to son

Lisa Marie Presley will be buried at Graceland, her father Elvis’ mansion that on Friday was a gathering place for fans who were distraught over the singer-songwriter’s death a day earlier.

Elvis' daughter Lisa Marie Presley was music royalty but fame brought sadness and pain

Lisa Marie Presley died on Thursday night. The daughter of Elvis and Priscilla Presley she was only 54 years old. She was also married to Michael Jackson and later Nicholas Cage.

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Lisa Marie Presley made final public outing at 80th Golden Globes, applauding Austin Butler for 'Elvis' award

Lisa Marie Presley, who died Thursday, made her final public outing at the 80th Golden Globes Tuesday night at The Beverly Hilton, where she was seen clapping and smiling.

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Lisa Marie Presley's life growing up with Elvis and Priscilla in her own words

Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis Presley and Priscilla Presley, shared what it was like to grow up with the King of Rock 'n Roll as her father.

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WATCH: Lisa Marie Presley shared remarks at Elvis Presley's 88th birthday at Graceland days before her death

Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of icon Elvis Presley and Priscilla Presley, shared remarks at Elvis's 88th birthday at Graceland days before her own death.

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Lisa Marie Presley, singer and daughter of Elvis Presley, dies at 54

Ms. Presley, who was 9 years old when her father died in 1977, stake out her own musical career.

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Lisa Marie Presley, singer and daughter of Elvis, dies at 54

Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis Presley and a singer-songwriter dedicated to her father’s legacy, died Thursday after being hospitalized for a medical emergency.

Lisa Marie Presley, singer and daughter of Elvis, dies at 54

Lisa Marie Presley, a singer-songwriter, Elvis’ only daughter and a dedicated keeper of her father’s legacy, died Thursday after being hospitalized for a medical emergency. “It is with a heavy heart that I must share the devastating news that my beautiful daughter Lisa Marie has left us,” Priscilla Presley said in a statement. Presley, the only child of Elvis and Priscilla Presley, shared her father's brooding charisma — the hooded eyes, the insolent smile, the low, sultry voice — and followed him professionally, releasing her own rock albums in the 2000s, and appearing on stage with Pat Benatar and Richard Hawley among others.

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Lisa Marie Presley, singer and daughter of Elvis, dies at 54

Lisa Marie Presley is dead at 54.

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Lisa Marie Presley dies at 54 after hospitalization

Lisa Marie Presley is dead at 54.

Colin Farrell Unknowingly Asked Austin Butler For His Ex-Girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens’s Number And People Are Losing It

Austin made sure to steer clear of mentioning Vanessa’s name, but it looks like he’s accidentally drawn more attention to the awkward topic.View Entire Post ›

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Austin Butler Said That Not Seeing His Family For Three Years While Filming “Elvis” Was Definitely Worth It After Being Called “Insufferable” For Taking Method Acting Too Seriously

Despite going viral last month for what fans called an “insufferable” take on method acting, Austin is certain that his efforts were worth it.View Entire Post ›

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Sam Phillips, in a 'Morning Edition' interview, talked about Elvis' first recording

The man who introduced the world to Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis was born 100 years ago. In 1993, former Morning Edition host Bob Edwards talked to Sam Phillips, who died in 2003.

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On this day in history, Dec. 20, 1957, Elvis drafted by US Army while awaiting Christmas at Graceland

Elvis Presley was drafted by the U.S. Army on Dec. 20, 1957 at age 22. He was getting ready to celebrate Christmas at Graceland when he picked up his draft notice in person.

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On this day in history, Nov. 15, 1956, Elvis makes big-screen debut in 'Love Me Tender'

Elvis Presley dominated the radio airwaves with five No. 1 hit songs while making his movie debut in "Love Me Tender" on Nov. 15, 1956. He appeared in 30 more Hollywood productions.

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Family, fans bid adieu to music icon Jerry Lee Lewis

Family, friends and fans bid farewell Saturday to rock ‘n’ roll pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis at memorial services held in his north Louisiana home town.

Randolph E. Schmid, AP science writer with light touch, dies

A retired Associated Press science writer, Randolph E.

Jerry Lee Lewis, outrageous rock ‘n’ roll star, dies at 87

The untamable and often outrageous rock ‘n’ roll pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis has died at 87.

Rape allegations aired against '70s Show' actor Masterson

A Los Angeles prosecutor says rape allegations by three women against “That ’70s Show” actor Danny Masterson contain some of the same disturbing elements.

Jerry Lee Lewis, Keith Whitley join the Country Hall of Fame

Early rock pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis and bluegrass performer-turned-country star Keith Whitley were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Illustration released of unidentified woman who drowned in Thames

Locate International is hoping to jog the memories of people in London in 1977 to solve the case.

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Jacob Elordi cast as the next Elvis Presley in new Sofia Coppola movie 'Priscilla'

Jacob Elordi has been cast as Elvis Presley in Sofia Coppola's upcoming film "Priscilla." He will star alongside Cailee Spaeny, who will play Priscilla Presley.

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New this week: John Legend, 'Serpent Queen' and 'Pinocchio'

This week’s new entertainment releases include fresh music from John Legend and Kane Brown, Samantha Morton stars as the 16th-century queen Catherine de Medici in an edgy Starz series and a race between two upcoming “Pinocchio” films begins with Robert Zemeckis’ adaptation.

Elvis death anniversary increases tourism at his birthplace

The Elvis Presley Birthplace and Museum in Mississippi is welcoming an increasing number of visitors as fans commemorate the 45th anniversary of Presley’s death.

Run, Laal, run: Aamir Khan stars in Indian 'Forrest Gump'

Indian actor Aamir Khan enjoyed “Forrest Gump” so much that he’s starring in a Hindi remake of the iconic film.

Shonka Dukureh, blues singer and ‘Elvis’ actress, found dead at 44

Tributes poured in for Shonka Dukureh, who played Big Mama Thornton in the recent "Elvis" movie. Director Baz Luhrmann wrote: "A special light went out today."

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Pete Seeger gets own stamp; ceremony planned at Newport Folk

Pete Seeger is the latest American musician to appear on a U.S. postage stamp.

Priscilla Presley on the story behind the famous photo of her waving goodbye to Elvis

Priscilla Presley shared stories about Elvis Presley and reflected on her own style through the years in a recent "Life In Looks" video for Vogue.

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'Elvis' is king, alone, of box office after final tallies

“Elvis” has won its box-office dance-off with “Top Gun: Maverick.”.

'Minions: The Rise of Gru' Set To Kick Off Crowded Month In Theaters

The “Despicable Me” franchise and its “Minions” spinoffs already rank as the highest-grossing animated film franchise ever.

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'Elvis,' 'Top Gun' tie for box-office crown with $30.5M each

Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis Presley biopic “Elvis” shook up theaters with an estimated $30.5 million in weekend ticket sales, but — in a box-office rarity — “Elvis” tied “Top Gun: Maverick,” which also reported $30.5 million, for No. 1 in theaters.

Review: Can’t help falling in love with Austin Butler as ‘Elvis’ in Baz Luhrmann’s new biopic

A 30-year-old actor named Austin Butler has given us his take on the famed performer in the new theatrical film: “Elvis,” and he has simply hit the ball out of the park.

How Baz Luhrmann depicts Elvis’s contested ties to Black artistry

"You can’t tell the story of Elvis Presley without telling the story of Black American rhythm and blues,” said "Elvis" director Baz Luhrmann.

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Baz Luhrmann's 'Elvis' is a disorienting jumble

Austin Butler stars as Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann's mixed-up, muddled film portrait of the late singer.

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What to watch on Tuesday: ‘The Future Of’ premieres on Netflix

Tuesday, June 21, 2022 I The "Joel Kim Booster: Psychosexual" comedy special airs on Netflix.

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Elvis-themed wedding chapel’s message to licensing company: Don’t be cruel.

Last month, the firm that controls the Elvis brand sent cease-and-desist letters to multiple Elvis-themed chapels ordering them to stop using The King’s likeness in ceremonies.

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Company to Las Vegas chapels: No more Elvis-themed weddings

Las Vegas chapels of love that use Elvis Presley’s likeness could find themselves becoming Heartbreak Hotels.

Ronnie Hawkins, U.S. rocker who found fame in Canada, dies at 87

After moving to Canada, he recruited musicians who later became the Band.

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Rocker Ronnie Hawkins, dies at 87, patron of Canadian rock

Ronnie Hawkins, a brash rockabilly star from Arkansas who became a patron of the Canadian music scene has died at age 87.

Did you know Jacksonville’s Florida Theatre is behind one of Elvis’ most iconic looks?

The Florida Theatre, which has been anchored in downtown Jacksonville for nearly a century, is behind one of Elvis Presley's most iconic looks.

Jerry Lee Lewis, Keith Whitley to join Country Hall of Fame

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Jerry Lee Lewis and the late country singer Keith Whitley will join the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Movies love a comeback story. This summer, it's their turn.

Hollywood is bringing out some of its biggest and most reliable players for the 2022 summer movie season, which unofficially kicks off this weekend with the help of Marvel and Disney’s “Doctor Strange and the Multitverse of Madness” and runs through the end of August.

Dolly Parton, Eminem, Richie get into Rock Hall of Fame

Eminem, Lionel Richie, Carly Simon, Eurythmics, Duran Duran and Pat Benatar have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a list that also includes Dolly Parton, who initially resisted the honor.

Photographer Ron Galella, sued by Jackie Onassis, dead at 91

Celebrity photographer Ron Galella has died at age 91.

Red carpet highlights from the 2022 Met Gala including Blake Lively, Kim Kardashian, more

The Met Gala returned to the first Monday in May, and USA TODAY's Anika Reed was on the red carpet as the stars arrived to the "gilded glamour" bash.

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75th Cannes to feature Cronenberg, Chan-wook and 'Elvis'

With tensions around the war in Ukraine as a backdrop, the Cannes Film Festival plans to host some 35,000 people as the movie industry looks to reclaim its pre-pandemic glamour.

Bobby Rydell, 60s teen idol and 'Bye Bye Birdie' star, dies

Singer and teen idol of the early 1960s Bobby Rydell has died at age 79.

Rock Hall of Fame to Dolly: Voters will decide if you're in

Dolly Parton is still on the list of this year’s nominations for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame despite the country icon asking to be removed because she hasn’t “earned that right.”.

Dolly Parton to Rock Hall of Fame: Thanks but no thanks

Dolly Parton has announced she is pulling out of this year’s nominations for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, saying she hasn’t “earned that right.”.

A Showgirl to the End

On weekends, the Fabulous Mrs. Unruh performed in the Buckhorn’s lounge, in Mt. Baldy.

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Fired police chief sues city of Miami, commissioners

The embattled former police chief of Miami is suing his former employer and city commissioners, saying his public firing three months ago was in retaliation for him speaking out against corruption.

'All Madden' documentary a labor of love for Fox Sports

Many gamers will be receiving the latest edition of the “Madden” video game for the holidays.

Final goodbye: Recalling influential people who died in 2021

They both carved out sterling reputations as military and political leaders over years of public service.

Nancy Sinatra recalls working with Elvis Presley in ‘Speedway’: ‘He would call me late at night’

The songstress, known for "These Boots Are Made for Walking" and "Bang, Bang," described what it was like working with Elvis Presley.

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10 celebrities who served in the military

Here are 10 notable celebrities with military backgrounds.

Ronnie Tutt, drummer for Elvis Presley and more, has died at 83

"The Legendary Drummer, Ronnie Tutt, 'has left the building,'" his daughter, Teri Tutt, wrote on Facebook.

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Miami's top cop flames out after acrimonious 6-month stint

The man once billed as the Michael Jordan and Tom Brady of policing ended up being “not the right fit” for the city of Miami.

Miami police chief being fired after 6 months on the job

Miami officials have decided to fire the city’s new police chief six months into his stormy tenure, after he was lambasted by the city commissioners he accused of meddling in the police department and internal affairs investigations.

In Cuban Miami, police chief's reform agenda hits tight spot

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez praised Art Acevedo as “America’s best chief” when he recruited him to lead Miami’s police force just six months ago.

Priscilla Presley on why she didn't want Elvis going anywhere alone — even the dentist

Presley was married to the King of rock 'n' roll from 1967 to 1973.

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Elvis died on this day 45 years ago. Why the world could be one year closer to learning more

There might not be a celebrity death more clouded in suspicion, rumor or mystery than Elvis Presley’s.

Yola embraces wide musical range on empowering new record

British-born singer Yola fully embraces a multi-genre style on “Stand For Myself."

Lloyd Price, singer and early rock influence, dies at 88

Lloyd Price, a New Orleans mainstay and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, has died.

Elvis Reenters the Building

In rural Ohio, a performer bookends a year of struggle and survival.

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Wind, rain pound South amid flood fears and water rescues

Relentless wind and rain have pummeled large swaths of the South, causing tornadoes, sparking a flash flood emergency in Alabama and damaging homes from Texas to Virginia.

Retired Ohio sheriff and tiny K-9 partner die the same day

A retired Ohio county sheriff from outside Cleveland and his tiny K-9 partner were inseparable.

Graceland plans in-person events during Elvis Week

FILE - In an Aug. 15, 2017 file photo, fans wait in line outside Graceland, Elvis Presley's Memphis home, in Memphis, Tenn. Elvis Presleys Graceland says it will reopen Thursday, May 21, 2020 after it shut down tours and exhibits due to the new coronavirus outbreak. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill, File)MEMPHIS, Tenn. – On the 44th anniversary of Elvis Presley's death, fans will get to celebrate the musician once again at the annual Elvis Week event in Memphis, Tennessee. Presley's Graceland is preparing to host visitors and offer in-person events for Elvis Week from Aug. 11 through Aug. 17. The event will feature appearances by celebrities and musicians, live concerts, panel discussions, parties, bus excursions and the Elvis Presley tribute artist contest, officials with Elvis Presley Enterprises said. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, Elvis Week events were mostly held online last year.

No sign of Grand Slam drought ending soon for American men

The last American man to win a Grand Slam tournament was Andy Roddick at the U.S. Open in 2003, and there's no sign the drought will end anytime soon. “But I don’t see it being what it once was ever again.”AdOpelka, for one, isn’t surprised the United States has the same number of seeded men in Melbourne as, say, Bulgaria or Norway. The United States has four seeded women in Melbourne, including Kenin and Serena Williams. That’s a challenge, because those kids want to play basketball and football.”The United States Tennis Association has inner-city programs in more than 250 locations. Opelka (ranked 38th), Fritz (ranked 31st), Tommy Paul (53rd) and Frances Tiafoe (64th) are all 23 and good friends who root for each other.

Elvis Presley's Graceland starting live virtual tours

FILE - In an Aug. 15, 2017 file photo, fans wait in line outside Graceland, Elvis Presley's Memphis home, in Memphis, Tenn. Elvis Presleys Graceland says it will reopen Thursday, May 21, 2020 after it shut down tours and exhibits due to the new coronavirus outbreak. The tourist attraction in Memphis, Tennessee, said Sunday that it has adjusted its tours, and restaurant and retail operations, since it closed in March. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill, File)MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Elvis Presley's Graceland is now offering live online tours for fans around the world, including those who can't travel to the Tennessee tourist attraction during the coronavirus pandemic. Graceland said the two-hour guided tours will take virtual visitors into Presley's former Memphis home, which has been turned into a museum, and through the Meditation Garden, where he is buried. Graceland was closed for several weeks last year and is now open for limited-capacity, in-person tours.

A record 39 holiday songs dominate Billboard Hot 100 chart

(Apple TV+ via AP)NEW YORK – Tis the season to be jolly: A record 39 holiday songs have dominated this week's Billboard Hot 100 chart, including nine holiday tunes in the Top 10. Other holiday songs in the Top 10 include Dean Martin's “Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow” at No. Some acts have multiple holiday songs on the chart, including Bing Crosby, Kelly Clarkson, Michael Bublé, Perry Como and Carrie Underwood. Here's a full list of the 39 holiday songs on this week's Billboard Hot 100 chart:— No. 8, Dean Martin, “Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow”— No.

New this week: Jingle Ball 2020 & 2 doses of Meryl Streep

MOVIES— Travel may seem closed off right now but how about a cruise with Meryl Streep, Dianne Wiest and Candice Bergen? — If one Streep film wasn’t enough for you, she’s again in typically fine form in “The Prom,” parodying a diva actor in Ryan Murphy’s adaptation of the 2018 Broadway musical. — AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSIC— Jon Bon Jovi has already produced an album this year with “2020” and the concert film "On a Night Like This — Bon Jovi 2020." — AP Entertainment Writer Mark KennedyTELEVISION— This season’s winner for lengthy title: “High School Musical: The Musical: The Holiday Special,” debuting Friday on Disney +. — The CW’s “iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2020,” a 90-minute special based on the annual concert, will air at 8 p.m. EST Monday, Dec. 14.

Rafer Johnson, 1960 Olympic decathlon champion, dies at 86

Rafer Johnson, who won the decathlon at the 1960 Rome Olympics and helped subdue Robert F. Kennedy's assassin in 1968, died Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020. (AP Photo)LOS ANGELES – Rafer Johnson, who won the decathlon at the 1960 Rome Olympics and helped subdue Robert F. Kennedy’s assassin in 1968, died Wednesday. Johnson won a gold medal at the Pan American Games in 1955 while competing in just his fourth decathlon. Johnson, Yang, and Kuznetzov had their way with the record books between the 1956 and 1960 Olympics. Johnson won over the Soviet audience with his gutsy performance in front of what had been a hostile crowd.

Outlaw country artist Billy Joe Shaver dead at 81

FILE - Artist Billy Joe Shaver poses backstage following his concert "Billy Joe Shaver presented by WMOT/Roots Radio" at City Winery Nashville in Nashville, Tenn. on April 1, 2017. Shaver, who penned songs for Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and Bobby Bare, has died. (Photo by Laura Roberts/Invision/AP, File)NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Outlaw country singer songwriter Billy Joe Shaver, who wrote songs like “Honky Tonk Heroes,” “I Been to Georgia on a Fast Train” and “Old Five and Dimers Like Me,” has died He was 81. His big break came when Jennings recorded several of Shaver's songs for his 1973 album “Honky Tonk Heroes," which helped popularize the outlaw country genre. Shaver wrote songs that were covered by Elvis Presley, Patty Loveless, George Jones, Tex Ritter, Tennessee Ernie Ford and John Anderson.

Tom Hanks, Rita Wilson test positive for coronavirus

(L-R) Rita Wilson and Tom Hanks attend the 77th Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 05, 2020 in Beverly Hills, California. Academy Award-winning actor Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson have tested positive for the coronavirus, Hanks revealed Wednesday. Hanks and Wilson are in Australia for the pre-production of Baz Luhrmann's currently untitled Elvis Presley film from Warner Bros. Hanks is set to play Presley's longtime manager Colonel Tom Parker. To play things right, as is needed in the world right now, we were tested for the Coronavirus, and were found to be positive." While the untitled Elvis film isn't due into theaters until October 2021, Hanks has three movies slated for release in 2020.

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Calendar: Week of January 4

"Sunday Morning" takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead, from a memorial service for the San Bernardino shooting victims, to a celebration marking the 81st birthday of Elvis Presley.

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From the archives: Release of the Elvis stamp

From the archives: Release of the Elvis stamp The most popular U.S. postage stamp ever was one honoring the singer Elvis Presley. In this "CBS Evening News" report originally aired on January 8, 1993, correspondent Reed Galin visits Graceland, in Memphis, Tenn., where fans of the King gathered to mark the stamp's release.

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Fans, family celebrate Elvis Presley's birthday

Fans, family celebrate Elvis Presley's birthday Elvis Presley would have been 80 years old on Thursday, and his family and friends celebrated at Graceland. Also, Jessica Chastain is up for a Golden Globe for her role in "A Most Violent Year." Suzanne Marques reports on the day's top entertainment headlines.

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1/8: Massive manhunt in France; Celebrating 80 years of Elvis

1/8: Massive manhunt in France; Celebrating 80 years of Elvis France is on its highest terror alert with more than 80,000 security forces deployed across the country to find the missing gunmen; and, as Graceland plays host to an 80th birthday bash for Elvis Presley, CBS News looks at the "The King's" remarkable career

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MoneyWatch: Who doesn't like free shipping; Elvis' planes up for auction

MoneyWatch: Who doesn't like free shipping; Elvis' planes up for auction A new analysis finds expanded free shipping perks over the holidays doesn't give everyone a dose of holiday cheer. Also, Elvis Presley's private planes are set to depart from Graceland. Lauren Lyster reports on the day's top MoneyWatch headlines.

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