CityNews: Recent Entertainment News

Justin Bieber to play Toronto's Rogers Centre Dec. 1

2012-05-23T08:43:05.00-04:00

Get ready, Beliebers! The tour starts Sept. 29 in Glendale, Ariz with tickets on sale June 1.

Marvel Comics planning wedding for gay superhero

2012-05-22T21:12:39.00-04:00

The speedster Northstar, otherwise known as Jean-Paul Beaubier, will wed Kyle Jinadu in the pages of "Astonishing X-Men" No. 51, which is set for release on June 20.

Brad Pitt arrives in Cannes

2012-05-22T08:06:18.00-04:00

He's promoting his new film, 'Killing Them Softly.'

‘The Avengers’ tops weekend box office

2012-05-22T07:27:13.00-04:00

It’s the third straight weekend the superhero blockbuster has dominated movie theatres.

Whitney Houston’s final song is released

2012-05-21T17:02:31.00-04:00

The track 'Celebrate,' a duet with singer Jordin Sparks was released Monday.

Adele, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry take home hardware at Billboard Music Awards

2012-05-21T13:44:51.00-04:00

Adele won 12 awards for “21”. Bieber was named most social artist.

Michael Jackson’s 'Bad' to be re-released for album’s 25th anniversary

2012-05-21T09:53:35.00-04:00

The re-release will feature demos and songs that didn’t make the original cut. It’s due out in September.

Robin Gibb, Bee Gees Co-Founder, dead at 62

2012-05-20T19:00:42.00-04:00

The singer had been battling colon and liver cancer.

Gloria Allred calls on Trump to revoke Miss Universe pageants that discriminate

2012-05-20T17:13:41.00-04:00

Jenna Talackova fell just outside the winner's circle Saturday night, when she was cut after making the Top 12.

Italian movie 'Reality' premieres at Cannes

2012-05-20T12:12:12.00-04:00

The film explores the corrosive power of instant fame and the desire to be watched.

Actor Paul O'Sullivan dies in car crash near Peterborough

2012-05-20T11:40:18.00-04:00

O'Sullivan was a longtime performer with the Second City improv troupe.

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg updates relationship status to 'married'

2012-05-19T22:04:31.00-04:00

In fitting style, Zuckerberg, 28, revealed the news via his Facebook profile Saturday, posting a photo of the two and listing the event on his timeline.

Which movie should you see this weekend?

2012-05-19T11:19:51.00-04:00

Which movies are fun for the whole family and which ones are treats just for you? Find out!

EVENT: Doors Open a rare chance to see historic Toronto buildings

2012-05-18T10:30:29.00-04:00

Nearly 150 buildings will throw open their doors to the public May 26-27.

EVENT: Luminato arts & culture festival will 'blow your mind'

2012-05-18T10:30:04.00-04:00

The arts and culture festival runs June 8-17 in downtown Toronto.

ATTRACTION: Toronto Islands a ferry hop to festivals & fun

2012-05-18T10:29:35.00-04:00

People will hop on a ferry to take part in the dragon boat race, the Festival of India and other events on the island.

Call at Cannes for more women directors

2012-05-18T10:16:52.00-04:00

Celebrities attended an event on the French Riviera Thursday honouring women in the industry.

Like! U2's Bono becomes richest rock star with Facebook IPO

2012-05-18T07:41:41.00-04:00

His investment firm's 2.3% stake is worth $2.5 billion as website goes public

Some Miss Universe Canada supporters complain of transgender spotlight

2012-05-18T06:16:55.00-04:00

Friends and family of contestants believe Jenna Talackova is overshadowing the competition.

Victoria Day 2012 fireworks & events across Toronto

2012-05-18T05:41:45.00-04:00

Prince Charles and Camilla will be taking in a fireworks show at Ashbridges Bay Park on Monday night.

Disco legend Donna Summer dead at 63

2012-05-17T11:53:07.00-04:00

The singer had reportedly been suffering from cancer.

Major shakeup of kids super-group The Wiggles

2012-05-17T10:42:27.00-04:00

Three of the four founding members announced on their website Thursday that they are retiring after 21 years.

Miss Universe Canada pageant kicks off in Toronto

2012-05-17T06:31:23.00-04:00

Jenna Talackova made history as the first-ever transgendered contestant to compete at the Miss Universe Canada pageant on Thursday night.

EVENT: The stars align at TIFF

2012-05-16T20:11:13.00-04:00

The Toronto International Film Festival has become one of the most important and prestigious stops on the film festival circuit.

Bieber ranks 3rd on Forbes list of 100 most powerful celebrities

2012-05-16T14:47:11.00-04:00

At just 18, the Stratford, Ont., native earned $55 million US in the past year.

City and Colour to perform at Bonnaroo festival

2012-05-16T13:57:48.00-04:00

The Toronto band will perform at the legendary Tennessee festival on June 10.

Last-minute preparations underway for 65th Cannes Film Festival

2012-05-16T07:53:52.00-04:00

For the next 11 days, the famous and not-so-famous will walk and watch the red carpet

Banksy graffiti accidentally destroyed by Melbourne builder

2012-05-16T07:42:55.00-04:00

It is the third work by Banksy in the city to be destroyed within two years.

John Travolta sexual battery case could be headed to trial

2012-05-16T07:29:48.00-04:00

John Doe No. 2 claims that the 58-year-old Pulp Fiction actor tried to aggressively coerce him into sex.

Bratz go bald for cancer patients

2012-05-15T14:26:54.00-04:00

The ‘True Hope’ dolls will go on sale this summer and a portion of the proceeds will support the Starlight Children’s Foundation.

Norah Jones performs live on Breakfast Television

2012-05-15T08:38:17.00-04:00

The five-time Grammy winner played a song from her latest album Little Broken Hearts.