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‘Duck Dynasty’ stars react to news of family patriarch Phil Robertson’s adult daughter: ‘Bigger the better’

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The stars of “Duck Dynasty” are embracing family patriarch Phil Robertson‘s surprising news: he has an adult daughter, Phyliss, whom he had never met until recently.

Robertson also has four adult sons — Jase, Willie, Jep and Alan — whom he shares with his wife Marsha Kay.

“[T]he bigger the better ❤️,” Phil’s granddaughter Sadie Robertson captioned a post on her Instagram Story on Thursday, per People magazine. It featured a beach snapshot of the 22-year-old along with her mom Korie Robertson, her sisters-in-law and Phyliss, 45.

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Korie, who is the wife of Phil’s son Willie Robertson, also took to social media to share the post, writing: “We have a new sister! We found out not long ago that Phil has a daughter, and Willie and his brothers have a sister.

“It was as much a surprise to all of us as it probably is to you, but life is full of surprises, and this one is especially sweet!” Korie, 46, continued. “Our annual family beach pics were even crazier, and the Robertson men are now officially outnumbered so we’re feeling pretty good right about now, ha! Welcome to the fam, Phyllis; I promise it’s never boring 🙂 [link in bio if you want to hear the story of meeting her].”

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Meanwhile, Willie, 48, shared a photo of the family, captioning it: “So good finding my long lost sister. Can’t wait to share life with y’all’s family. Welcome to the nuttiest family around.”

Phil’s son Jase, 50, posted a snapshot of him posing with Phyliss, saying: “Yep, I have a sister. And she’s awesome.”

Jase’s wife, Missy, shared her own picture of the family gathering together.

“DNA results are back, and…I have a sister,” Missy, 49, wrote. “Words I will never forget my husband say as he stepped back in beside me at a worship conference just 3 short months ago.

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“The next few moments were emotional as we continued to praise and worship an amazing Father and Savior,” she continued. “The last few weeks have been even more amazing as we have been blessed to spend time with our new family members. God can make the most beautiful things out of our brokenness. He is the Redeemer!Welcome Phyllis and Tony, Grant and Julie, Joel and Kendall! You are loved ♥️💕♥️.”

On Thursday’s episode of his “Unashamed” podcast, the 74-year-old “Duck Dynasty” star revealed that he learned he has a daughter.

The family discussed Phil’s rambunctious past, which, they discovered, included fathering another child.

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Phil’s son Alan explained that he and Jase both received a letter from a woman, Phyliss, claiming her DNA test suggested she’s the daughter of Phil, making her their sister.

Alan and Jase spoke with a cousin about the situation, who offered to call the woman. Upon learning she wasn’t looking for money and that she’s also a Christian, Alan decided it was time to tell his parents.

Phil Robertson in A&E’s ‘Duck Dynasty.’
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“Dad didn’t remember anything, no specifics about it,” Alan said. “It was interesting because Mom remembered a lot more than [Phil] did.”

Phil agreed to a DNA test, revealing a 99.99 percent match between Phil and the woman.

“Bring her on down,” Phil remembered saying.

“It’s a pretty cool explanation of redemption, reconciliation, love,” the former reality star continued. “As it turns out, you have a daughter that you don’t know about and she has a father she doesn’t know about, 45 years doesn’t sound like very long, but you see, that’s a while.”

Fox News’ Nate Day contributed to this report

Sarah Ferguson pens sweet note to Princess Beatrice on what would’ve been her wedding day: ‘Love you’

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Sarah Ferguson penned a sweet note to her daughter Princess Beatrice on what would’ve been the royal’s wedding day to fiancé Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.

“Love you my darling Beatrice,” Ferguson, 60, wrote on Instagram on Friday. “You have given me more joy than I could ever wish for. I am so excited to celebrate yours and Edo’s love when we all are out of lockdown.

“The most important thing is health and love and today I send it to you and all the other people that were getting married during this time .. so proud of you all,” Ferguson concluded her message.

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Ferguson also shared a photo of Beatrice, 31, as a child.

Last month, it was revealed that Beatrice and Mozzi’s nuptial reception would not be taking place on its originally scheduled date of May 29.

At the time, the couple was still also said to be reviewing their plans for the ceremony, which was set to take place at St. James Palace in London. Instead, the couple was looking into a “private marriage” that might have taken “place amongst a small group of family and friends,” while the lavish reception at her grandmother Queen Elizabeth’s garden at Buckingham Palace was nixed entirely amid the novel coronavirus pandemic.

This undated photo released by Buckingham Palace shows Britain’s Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, in Italy. Prince Andrew and his former wife Sarah Ferguson announced on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2019, the engagement of their elder daughter, Princess Beatrice to Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.
(Photo by Princess Eugenie/Buckingham Palace via AP, File)

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A spokesperson for the couple previously told Fox News: “Princess Beatrice and Mr. Mapelli Mozzi are very much looking forward to getting married but are equally aware of the need to avoid undertaking any unnecessary risks in the current circumstances. In line with government advice for the UK and beyond, the couple are reviewing their arrangements for 29th May.

Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, and Princess Beatrice of York arrive for the royal wedding of Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle, Windsor, Britain October 12, 2018.
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“They are particularly conscious of government advice in relation to both the wellbeing of older family members and large gatherings of people,” the spokesman continued. “Therefore, the planned reception in the Buckingham Palace Gardens will not take place. The couple will carefully consider government advice before deciding whether a private marriage might take place amongst a small group of family and friends.”

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The couple’s decision came after the U.K. government extended the nationwide lockdown.

According to reports, Beatrice’s big day had already been rescheduled twice due to her father Prince Andrew’s public scandal regarding his ties to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Fox News’ Julius Young contributed to this report

Guitarist Bob Kulick dead at 70: ‘I know he is at peace now,’ brother says

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Bob Kulick — a guitarist known for performing with KISS, Lou Reed and Meat Loaf — has died. He was 70.

Kulick’s brother shared the tragic news on social media on Friday, writing: “I am heartbroken to have to share the news of the passing of my brother Bob Kulick. His love of music, and his talent as a musician and producer should always be celebrated. I know he is at peace now, with my parents, playing his guitar as loud as possible. Please respect the Kulick Family’s privacy during this very sad time.”

No other details about Kulick’s death are currently known.

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Following the announcement of his passing, tributes came pouring in.

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“We are heartbroken. Our deepest condolences to the Kulick family in this difficult time,” KISS wrote on its official Twitter account.

Keyboardist Derek Sherinian tweeted: “I am very sad to hear about the passing of Bob Kulick. I played on several tribute records in the 90s that Bob produced. My condolences to his family and especially Bruce. R.I.P. #BobKulickRIP :(.”

Singer Jeff Scott Soto wrote: “Ugh, another peer, colleague & someone I considered friend has passed. I worked with Bob Kulick on many recordings through the years, most notably the many tribute albums he produced. My condolences to his brother Bruce and extended Kulick family.”

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From left, Eric Singer, Gene Simmons, Bob Kulick, and Bruce Kulick backstage at KISS Army Night and jam session at Rocktoberfest at L.A. LIVE on October 18, 2012 in Los Angeles, Calif. 
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In 1972, Kulick initially tried out for a then-unknown band — now KISS — but the guitarist gig ended up going to Ace Frehley, who had auditioned right after Kulick, according to Yahoo! Entertainment.

Per the outlet, five years later the band — which also consisted of Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, and Peter Criss — hired Kulick for their record “KISS Alive II” and he secretly recorded for them. From there, he would go on to lend his talents — albeit under wraps — to more albums for KISS including, “Unmasked,” “Killers” and “Creatures of the Night,” in addition to Stanley’s 1978 eponymous solo album, Yahoo! reported

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In 1984, Bruce Kulick officially joined KISS until 1996. Bob and Bruce performed a 13-song setlist of KISS music live together for the first time ever in 2017 on the annual KISS Kruise, according to the outlet.

In a 2018 interview with Ultimate Classic Rock (UCR), Kulick said he didn’t have an issue with keeping his work with KISS a secret.

Guitarist Bob Kulick arrives at the 2013 Vegas Rocks! magazine music awards at The Joint inside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on August 25, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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“In this circumstance, being friends with Gene [Simmons] and Paul [Stanley], it was important to me that when they said ‘This has to be between us and us only,’ that I’m going to keep my word,” he told the outlet at the time. “It’s all about integrity, and that’s how I’m able to keep going.”

Kulick continued: “I make great music; I don’t settle. I never went for the easy way: ‘Oh, just take the money.’ I never did that, it’s just not me. I never recorded an artist and took their money if I thought they were below the bar line, like ‘this is going to be embarrassing.’ It wouldn’t help them, it wouldn’t help me.”

Per UCR, in addition to his work with KISS, Kulick was the lead guitarist on Lou Reed’s 1975 record “Coney Island Baby.” He also worked with the likes of Meat Loaf, Michael Bolton, W.A.S.P. and Diana Ross.

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Bob Kulick released a solo album titled “Skeletons In The Closet” in 2017. He also worked on the “SpongeBob SquarePants” song “Sweet Victory.”

Co-stars who reportedly didn’t get along off-screen

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From movie to TV sets, there are always a bunch of different personalities among Hollywood stars — and sometimes they just don’t mix well.

Between stars apparently refusing to act opposite one another to tension being felt even among their co-stars, fans might be shocked to learn about the behind-the-scenes drama that happened when the cameras weren’t rolling.

Here’s a look at some celebs who reportedly didn’t get along during their time working together:

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Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron

The two actors were famously embroiled in a feud while on the set of “Mad Max: Fury Road,” with Charlize Theron, 44, even speaking about it publicly in 2015, telling Esquire at the time that she and Tom Hardy, 42, “f—in’ went at it.”

The pair’s co-star Rosie Huntington-Whiteley recently said it was the differences between the stars’ approaches that led to “tension.”

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“There was a lot of tension, and a lot of different personalities and clashes at times,” Huntington Whiteley, 33, told The New York Times earlier this month. “It was definitely interesting to sit in a truck for four months with Tom and Charlize, who have completely different approaches to their craft.”

Meanwhile, Theron explained to The Times that, at the time, she wasn’t taking into consideration the pressure that was placed on Hardy to play such an iconic character, Max Rockatansky, having been played by Mel Gibson in several films beforehand.

Charlize Theron and Tom Hardy in ‘Mad Max: Fury Road.’
(Warner Bros. Pictures)

“In retrospect, I didn’t have enough empathy to really, truly understand what he must have felt like to step into Mel Gibson’s shoes. That is frightening,” Theron said. “And I think because of my own fear, we were putting up walls to protect ourselves instead of saying to each other, ‘This is scary for you, and it’s scary for me, too. Let’s be nice to each other.'”

She added: “In a weird way, we were functioning like our characters: Everything was about survival.”

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Hardy agreed.

“I think in hindsight, I was in over my head in many ways. The pressure on both of us was overwhelming at times,” he told the outlet. “What she needed was a better, perhaps more experienced, partner in me. That’s something that can’t be faked. I’d like to think that now that I’m older and uglier, I could rise to that occasion.”

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Tyrese Gibson 

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and Tyrese Gibson filmed installments of the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise together. 
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In 2017, reports swirled about a rift between Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Tyrese Gibson after rumors came out that Johnson was being tapped to do a “Fast & Furious” spinoff based off of his character, Lucas Hobbs, pushing back the release date of “Fast 9,” according to People magazine.

Gibson, who plays Roman Pearce, even took to social media at the time, issuing an ultimatum to no one in particular, saying he wouldn’t appear in the ninth installment of the franchise if the former wrestler signed on.

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However, per People, the pair’s feud appeared to calm down when Johnson, 48, went into production on “Hobbs & Shaw.” And in a 2018 interview with TMZ, Gibson, 41, admitted it was “not professional” and “not cool” for airing out his and Johnson’s feud publicly.

But then, according to People, in November 2019, Gibson appeared to reignite the feud after the spinoff premiered in August of that year, calling the movie — in a since-deleted social media post — “not a win.”

People reported that the film’s debut had the lowest box office numbers in the franchise since the third movie was released in 2006.

Sarah Jessica Parker and Kim Cattrall

Sarah Jessica Parker starred as Carrie Bradshaw, while Kim Cattrall starred as Samantha Jones in the TV series, ‘Sex and the City.’
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A long-rumored feud has marred former “Sex and the City” co-stars Sarah Jessica Parker and Kim Cattrall for quite some time.

But in October 2017, things started to become public when Cattrall revealed to Piers Morgan that she never developed a close relationship with her co-stars — Parker (Carrie Bradshaw), Kristin Davis (Charlotte York) and Cynthia Nixon (Miranda Hobbes).

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“We’ve never been friends,” Cattrall, who starred as Samantha Jones on the HBO series, said at the time. “We’ve been colleagues and in some ways, it’s a very healthy place to be because then you have a clear line between your professional life and relationship and your persona.”

“They all have children and I am 10 years older and since specifically the series ended, I have been spending most of my time outside of New York so I don’t see them,” Cattrall explained. “The common ground that we had was the series and the series is over.”

‘Sex and the City’ former co-stars from l-r: Kristin Davis, Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kim Cattrall.
(Reuters)

The 63-year-old actress also said she turned down the chance of portraying Samantha in the rumored “Sex and the City 3” movie.

“Not for me,” Cattrall said. “That was part of turning 60… I feel that the show is the best when it was the series and the bonus was the two movies. I haven’t killed Samantha. I have released Samantha.”

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Following Cattrall’s interview, Parker, 55, told Andy Cohen during an appearance on his show “Watch What Happens Live” in February 2018 that she found it “upsetting” that Cattrall felt that way despite working together on the show for years.

“I found it very upsetting because that’s not the way I recall our experience,” Parker said.

Just days after Parker’s comments, the war of words became a bit more public when Cattrall announced the untimely death of her brother on social media. Parker was the first “Sex and the City” actress to comment on the post, sharing a brief note of condolence with Cattrall.

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“Dearest Kim, my love and condolences to you and yours and Godspeed to your beloved brother,” she wrote at the time. Not long after, Cattrall posted a response to Parker’s condolence message.

“I don’t need your love or support at this tragic time @sarahjessicaparker,” she wrote in a text image.

The caption continued: “My mom asked me today ‘When will that Sarah Jessica Parker, that hypocrite, leave you alone?’ Your continuous reaching out is a painful reminder of how cruel you really were then and now. Let me make this VERY clear. (If I haven’t already).”

Kim Cattrall and Sarah Jessica Parker sparked a very public feud.
(Reuters)

“You are not my family. You are not my friend. So I’m writing to tell you one last time to stop exploiting our tragedy in order to restore your ‘nice girl’ persona.”

Fast-forward to October 2018, Parker addressed the rumored feud between the two women in an interview with Extra, saying: “If one more person calls this a catfight… I’m not in a fight. I never fought with Kim. I don’t have to send any gifts to Kim, because I’ve never done anything.”

“She has felt perfectly comfortable to say lots of things — that’s the beauty of living in a democracy — but I have no apologies, meaning, this isn’t a catfight,” Parker continued.

“This is someone who chose to talk about something and myself, I remain grateful for her work and the role she played on and off camera for all the years we spent together.”

Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj

Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj were judges on ‘American Idol.’
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Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey memorably bickered throughout their time on “American Idol” for Season 12, which started with the auditions.

In October 2012, TMZ released footage of Minaj, 37, seemingly shading Carey, 50, reportedly during auditions of the show in Charlotte, N.C.

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“I told them I’m not f—-n’ putting up with her f—-n’ highness over there,” Minaj says in the video.

However, according to People magazine, in January 2013, the ladies appeared cordial during a panel promoting the reality singing competition series ahead of its season premiere.

“The whole thing is convoluted,” Carey said at the time. “It’s a distraction from the show. It’s a distraction to the contestants. It should be about the contestants.”

Selma Blair and Charlie Sheen

Selma Blair and Charlie Sheen’ appeared in the TV series, ‘Anger Management,’ together.
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Selma Blair was reportedly fired by her “Anger Management” co-star Charlie Sheen in 2013 after she allegedly complained about the actor’s work ethic.

At the time, Deadline reported that Sheen, 54, sent Blair, 47, a text message, in which he allegedly called her a “c—” before delivering the news the show was getting rid of her.

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Blair’s exit was later confirmed when Lionsgate TV studio released a statement saying: “We are confirming that Selma Blair will not be returning to Anger Management and we wish her the very best.”

Before her departure, Blair reportedly got on Sheen’s bad side when news spread that she was allegedly complaining about having to work with the actor, citing his tardiness and unpreparedness, according to TMZ.

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Producers apparently tried to see if the issue could be resolved, however, Sheen allegedly became adamant he would quit if Blair was not axed, TMZ previously reported.

Blair played the therapist to Sheen’s Charlie Goodson on the show, which reportedly was not recast. Meanwhile, Blair tweeted a message at the time thanking her social media followers for their “support and love.”

Jennie Garth and Shannen Doherty

Jennie Garth starred as Kelly Taylor, while Shannen Doherty starred as Brenda Walsh in the ’90s show, ‘Beverly Hills, 90210.’
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“Beverly Hills, 90210” co-stars Jennie Garth and Shannen Doherty found themselves at odds while filming the hit ’90s series, in which the two played frenemies Kelly Taylor (Garth) and Brenda Walsh (Doherty).

In her 2014 book, “Deep Thoughts From a Hollywood Blonde,” Garth reflected on the on-set drama, writing: “We were locked in this sound stage for 14-16 hours every day. There were times when we loved each other and there were times when we wanted to claw each other’s eyes out,” according to People magazine.

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The 48-year-old further explained in her book why she and Doherty, 49, were at opposite ends, writing: “It was more of just young girls finding their way and finding their individual voices,” Garth said, according to E! News. “Shannen and I are both Aries women, we’re both very strong, independent women, so we butt heads a lot. Now, as grown women, we happen to get along as well.”

It is, in fact, water under the bridge for the women as they have since gone on to appear in CW’s reboot of the show, “90210,” as well as star in FOX’s “BH90210.”

Freddie Prinze Jr. and Kiefer Sutherland 

Freddie Prinze Jr. and Kiefer Sutherland starred in ’24.’
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Freddie Prinze Jr. apparently had a tough time working with his “24” co-star Kiefer Sutherland so much so that he almost quit acting over Sutherland’s “unprofessional” behavior.

“I did ’24,’ it was terrible. I hated every moment of it,” Prinze told ABC News in a 2014 interview. “Kiefer was the most unprofessional dude in the world. That’s not me talking trash, I’d say it to his face, I think everyone that’s worked with him has said that.”

“I just wanted to quit the business after that. So, I just sort of stopped,” added Prinze Jr., who appeared as Cole Ortiz alongside Sutherland’s Jack Bauer on the series in 2010.

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However, the feeling wasn’t mutual, according to a rep for Sutherland. “Kiefer worked with Freddie Prinze, Jr. more than five years ago, and this is the first he has heard of Freddie‘s grievances,” Sutherland’s rep said shortly after Prinze, Jr.’s interview.

“Kiefer enjoyed working with Freddie and wishes him the best,” the statement added.

Sutherland also had nothing but kind words for Prinze in 2009.

“We have some great actors joining us — Mykelti Williamson is the head of CTU, Freddie Prinze Jr. is playing my partner,” Sutherland said in an interview with Parade for Season 8. “So, it’s this great balance between something that’s new and what fans will find familiar.”

Fox News’ Nate Day and Tyler McCarthy contributed to this report

Anthony James, ‘Unforgiven’ and ‘In the Heat of the Night’ actor, dead at 77

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Actor Anthony James, who starred in the films “Unforgiven” and “In the Heat of the Night,” has died. He was 77.

According to an obituary announcement posted by a funeral home in Cambridge, Mass., James — real name Jimmy Anthony — died on Tuesday of cancer.

James created his stage name because there was already another actor with the moniker Jimmy Anthony, per the obituary.

Born in Myrtle Beach, S.C., on July 22, 1942, James dreamed of becoming a movie actor while growing up, so at the age of 18, he “persuaded his mother that they had to go to Hollywood,” the obituary states.

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And “with almost no money, the two of them took a train to L.A. His mother cleaned houses and Jimmy got a ‘scholarship’ to an acting class which he paid for by cleaning bathrooms,” it adds.

Anthony James in Clint Eastwood’s 1992 Academy award-winning film, ‘Unforgiven.’
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James landed his breakout role at the age of 26 in the 1967 Oscar-winning movie “In the Heat of the Night.”

According to his IMDb, he went on to star in movies such as “Vanishing Point,” “The Culpepper Cattle Co.,” “High Plains Drifter,” “The Teacher,” “Hearts of the West,” “Burnt Offerings,” “The Fifth Floor,” and “Ravagers,” among others.

In addition, he appeared in television shows, including “The High Chaparral,” “The Big Valley,” “Gunsmoke,” “Hawaii Five-0” in 1970, “S.W.A.T” in 1975, “Charlie’s Angels” in 1976, “Starsky and Hutch” in 1977, as well as “The A-Team” and “Star Trek: The Next Generation” in the ’80s amid other projects.

His final role was in Clint Eastwood’s 1992 “Unforgiven” — another Academy Award-winning film — in which he played Skinny Dubois, a contentious brothel owner.

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After he retired from Hollywood, he moved to New England to focus on his paintings, which were sold in galleries across the U.S. and Japan, per the obituary. He also wrote poems, which were featured in the 1994 book “Language of the Heart,” which also included his artwork.

Anthony James starring in the 1967 Oscar-winning movie ‘In the Heat of the Night.’
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In 2014, he published his memoir, “Acting My Face.” According to The Hollywood Reporter, he dedicated the book to his mom.

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“I never considered myself a celebrity, just a sometime recognizable face,” he told The Spectrum in 2016 of the title.

Per the obituary, James  — who never married and had no children — is survived by his many friends.

Ultra Music Festival faces lawsuit after allegedly denying refunds over rescheduled event

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The organizers of Ultra Music Festival — a three-day electronic dance music festival in Miami — are being sued by two men who claim they were denied refunds after the event was canceled back in March due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The lawsuit from Samuel Hernandez, of Miami, and Richard Montoure, of Washington state, was filed in Miami federal court on Tuesday. In addition, they are seeking class-action status to obtain full refunds, with interest, for ticketholders.

Ultra, which draws thousands of people from around the world, was set to kick off the weekend of March 20 at Bayfront Park in downtown Miami, but strict social distancing guidelines imposed by state and local governments earlier that month to combat the spread of the novel virus banned all large gatherings, including festivals and concerts.

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Following negotiations with the city of Miami, Ultra organizers announced they were postponing the festival until March 2021, according to the lawsuit. Organizers allegedly offered to honor the tickets for the 2021 or 2022 events, in addition to special deals, ticket packages and merchandise discounts, but hadn’t mentioned cash refunds, Rolling Stone reported, citing the suit.

The lawsuit alleges that Ultra is keeping the money rather than offering refunds, and that is unjust and inequitable. Although the company’s terms and conditions state it reserves the right not to offer refunds if the event is postponed, the lawsuit claims the terms are unenforceable and should be voided.

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Joe Sauder of Sauder Schelkopf LLC — the plaintiffs’ representation in the case — told Rolling Stone in a statement on Wednesday: “We understand that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every part of the global economy but we do not believe that gives the Ultra Music Festival the right to shift the burden of this extraordinary crisis onto its customers, who, in some cases, paid hundreds of dollars to attend this festival and now the COVID-19 pandemic has or will preclude them from ever using any credit.”

Paul Oakenfold performs on stage at Ultra Music Festival at Bayfront Park on March 25, 2018 in Miami. 
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“We look forward to seeking to recover cash refunds for our clients and the class members,” the statement concluded.

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Among the acts that were scheduled to perform at the South Florida event were David Guetta, The Chainsmokers, Afrojack, Cash Cash, Martin Garrix and Galantis, according to the Ultra website.

Ultra did not immediately respond to Fox News’ request for comment.

The Associated Press contributed to this report

The best reality shows on Hulu

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Are you looking for a new reality series to watch — or hoping to view reruns of your favorite ones?

Well, grab a snack and get ready, because Hulu has plenty of options to choose from.

Here are a few selections available on the streaming platform:

THE BEST 10 MOVIES TO STREAM ON HULU

“Shark Tank”

(From left) Barbara Corcoran, Daymond John, Mark Cuban, Kevin O’Leary, Robert Herjavec and Lori Greiner are the ‘Sharks’ on ABC’s ‘Shark Tank.’
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In “Shark Tank,” aspiring entrepreneurs pitch their businesses to the “Sharks” — Barbara Corcoran, Daymond John, Mark Cuban, Kevin O’Leary, Robert Herjavec and Lori Greiner — in hopes of landing an investment.

Seasons 1 to 8 as well as Season 11 are available.

“Fixer Upper”

‘Fixer Upper’ first premiered in 2013. 
(HGTV)

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Chip and Joanna Gaines help families in Waco, Texas turn fixer-uppers into their dream home.

Seasons 1 to 5 are available.

“90 Day Fiancé”

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“90 Day Fiancé” follows international couples and their journeys as they decide whether or not to tie the knot within 90 days of their hopeful-future spouse arriving in the U.S.

Seasons 1 to 5 are available in addition to Seasons 1 to 2 for the spin-off “90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days” and Seasons 1 to 4 for the spin-off “90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?”

“Lego Masters”

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FOX’s “Lego Masters” — hosted by Will Arnett  — sees 12 teams of two compete against each other with brick-building creations in hopes of winning the cash prize.

Season 1 is available.

“The Masked Singer” 

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In this singing competition series from FOX, stars dress up in over-the-top costumes — to hide their identities from both the audience and panelists — as they perform their hearts out.

Seasons 1 to 3 are available.

“Top Chef”

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“Top Chef” follows a group of aspiring chefs — all competing in culinary challenges for the grand prize: the prestigious title of “Top Chef” and cash.

Seasons 1 to 16 are available.

“Property Brothers” 

‘Property Brothers’ first aired in 2011. 
(HGTV)

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Twin brothers Drew and Jonathan Scott, a real estate expert and a contractor respectively, team up and use their skills to help clients look for, buy, and transform their homes.

Seasons 1 to 13 are available.

New recording of John Prine’s ‘Angel From Montgomery’ released by Recording Academy for COVID-19 relief

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A little over a month since his death, the Recording Academy has released a new recording of John Prine’s “Angel From Montgomery.“

The proceeds of the late singer’s song will support the MusiCares COVID-19 Relief Fund.

Prine, one of the most influential artists in folk and country music, died in April from complications associated with the coronavirus.

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In a tweet on Friday, the official Twitter account for the Recording Academy wrote: “We tragically lost music legend @JohnPrineMusic to COVID-19 complications. We can honor his legacy by helping the music community through this pandemic. Donate to @MusiCares  #COVID19 Relief Fund to help creators get the assistance they need #MusiCaresForUs.”

The new recording features artists, musicians and engineers who also are elected leaders in the Recording Academy, including singer-songwriter Christine Albert, Brandon Bush of Sugarland, John Driskell Hopkins of Zac Brown Band and Jeff Powell, an acclaimed Memphis engineer/producer.

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Tammy Hurt, vice chair of the Recording Academy and one of the contributors on the recording, said in a statement that Prine — a two-time Grammy winner — was known for his giving spirit and the new “Angel From Montgomery” recording is a tribute to honor that spirit.

FILE – In this Sept. 11, 2019 file photo, John Prine accepts the Album of the Year award at the Americana Honors & Awards show in Nashville, Tenn. 
(AP Photo/Wade Payne, File)

On Thursday, it was announced that Prine’s family and record label, Oh Boy Records, will present an online tribute titled, “Picture Show: A Tribute Celebrating John Prine” on June 11.

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According to the Tennessean, the celebration plans to “feature family and friends sharing memories and songs while raising money for several charitable organizations,” which includes the National Alliance on Mental Illness and Alive.

The Associated Press contributed to this report

Bryce Dallas Howard accomplishes ‘dream,’ graduates college after enrolling in 1999: ’21 years in the making’

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Bryce Dallas Howard couldn’t be happier. The actress just accomplished a dream of hers, one that has been in the making for over two decades.

On Thursday, the “Jurassic World” star took to Instagram to share that she had graduated from New York University (NYU).

“I am so overcome with joy to share that I have officially graduated from NYU!! 💜” Howard, 39, wrote.

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She continued: “I first enrolled in undergrad in ’99, then took a leave of absence to start working as an actor, so this has been 21 years in the making!”

“It’s been a long dream of mine to complete my formal education and though all of us NYU grads couldn’t wear glorious purple robes together today, I want to say thank you to everyone who supported and encouraged all of us graduates every step of the way,” the actress added.

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Howard concluded her caption with a special message for the university’s graduating class.

“To the class of 2020, WE MADE IT 🎉🎓 There’s a special letter to the class of 2020 and my fellow Nine Muses Lab graduates in my bio! #NYU2020,” she said.

Bryce Dallas Howard shared on social media on Thursday that she has graduated from New York University. 
(Associated Press, File)

Howard is the daughter of Oscar-winning filmmaker Ron Howard and his wife, writer Cheryl Howard.

In 2018, Bryce Dallas Howard opened up about what it was like growing up with an Academy Award-winning father, sharing that she wasn’t able to appear in movies until she turned a certain age.

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“I wasn’t allowed to be in the background as an extra,” she said during the Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s HFPA In Conversation podcast at the time. “The rule was we had to be seven.”

As for her first film appearance? She revealed that she made her debut in father Ron Howard’s 1989 comedy “Parenthood” starring Steve Martin.

“But I was sitting in his [director’s] chair, on his shoulders, hanging out kind of nonstop on set. I think that was really an incredible experience for me,” the actress said.

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Since then, Bryce Dallas Howard has gone on to star in a handful of projects, including the “Jurassic World” franchise.

Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner heat up Instagram with bikini photos

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Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner are heating up social media.

On Friday, the half-sisters each shared snapshots of themselves wearing teeny-tiny bikinis on Instagram.

For Kardashian’s part, the 39-year-old’s pictures feature the KKW Beauty mogul rocking a leopard-print bikini paired with sneakers while posing on workout equipment.

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“Quarantine Workout,” the mom of four captioned the photographs.

Meanwhile, Jenner, 22, posted several photos of herself sitting poolside in a neon green bikini, which she accessorized with gold hoop earrings and a watch.

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The Kylie Cosmetics founder, who is mom to 2-year-old daughter Stormi, captioned her pictures with emojis.

The sisters are no stranger to bikini pics, with the pair posing together back in March for a swimsuit snapshot. In the pic, Kardashian opted for a black string bikini and Jenner chose a nude-colored off-the-shoulder bathing suit.

“Yin [and] Yang,” Kardashian captured the snap.

As of late, both Jenner and Kardashian have been keeping fans updated on what they’ve been doing amid the coronavirus quarantine via their social media pages.

The sisters have also been doing what they can to help with relief.

Kim Kardashian West and Kylie Jenner attend the 2020 Vanity Fair Oscar Party at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on February 09, 2020 in Beverly Hills, Calif. 
(Taylor Hill/FilmMagic)

In March, Jenner donated $1 million to aid in the fight against COVID-19, and the money, which she donated to her OB-GYN, was to be used to purchase the personal protective equipment desperately needed during this trying time.

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Meanwhile, Kardashian’s SKIMS line has created face masks for people to purchase, with federal health officials now advising to wear a homemade face mask while in public, and in some states, a face covering is even a requirement while being out.