Entertainment

The Art Forger: Minnesota art museum showcases painting made by master faker

March 15, 2020 10:19pm CDT

In the 1960s, the art world was sent into a tailspin when fake masterpieces started turning up in prestigious galleries and museums. The forger was a Hungarian artist by the name of Elmyr de Hory and his story may have gone largely untold -- if it hadn't been for a man from Hopkins, Minnesota.

First Avenue, other venues postpone all shows as part of effort to slow spread of coronavirus

March 13, 2020 10:32pm CDT

First Avenue and a number of other music venues in the Twin Cities are following the call of lawmakers and postponing shows as government officials up their response to the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak.

Disney sends 'Frozen 2' to streaming three months early for housebound families

March 13, 2020 10:03pm CDT

The Walt Disney Co. will release “Frozen 2” on Disney Plus several months early to give families cooped up by the coronavirus a welcome distraction — and give its streaming service a boost.

Tom Hanks, Rita Wilson taking diagnoses 'one day at a time'

March 13, 2020 7:49pm CDT

Tom Hanks said he and wife Rita Wilson were taking their new coronavirus infection “one day at a time" while Australian television hosts who had interviewed Wilson were awaiting test results Friday.

AMC, Regal Theaters reducing seating capacity by at least 50% due to coronavirus outbreak

March 13, 2020 4:23pm CDT

AMC Theatres and Regal Entertainment Group -- the nation's two largest movie theater chains -- announced Friday that they are reducing their maximum capacity by at least 50% due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Weinstein sentenced to 23 years in prison in landmark #MeToo case

March 11, 2020 4:27pm CDT

Harvey Weinstein is back in court Wednesday for the final act of the rape trial that landed him behind bars: a sentencing hearing where the once-powerful film producer will learn just how long he’ll stay in prison for his landmark #MeToo conviction.

Former NFL star Rob Gronkowski signs with WWE

March 11, 2020 1:38pm CDT

The former New England Patriots player will make his pro wrestling debut on the March 20 episode of “Smackdown.”

Coachella, Stagecoach festivals postponed until October over fears of spreading coronavirus

March 10, 2020 8:44pm CDT

Coachella Music Festival has been postponed amid fears that coronavirus could spread after California declared a statewide emergency due to the virus.

Miranda Lambert, rapper NF announced as Minnesota State Fair Grandstand acts

March 10, 2020 5:17pm CDT

The Minnesota State Fair announced two more acts for its 2020 Grandstand Concert Series.

'Exorcist' actor Max von Sydow dies at age 90

March 9, 2020 8:08am CDT

Max von Sydow, the self-described “shy boy”-turned-actor who played the priest in the horror classic “The Exorcist,” has died.

Minneapolis rock act Gully Boys miss out on big gig with SXSW cancellation

March 8, 2020 6:28am CDT

It is one of the biggest events of the year, and a huge opportunity for any band, but South by Southwest will not go on this year.

SXSW canceled for 2020 due to coronavirus

March 6, 2020 4:10pm CST

SXSW says they are "exploring options to reschedule the event and are working to provide a virtual SXSW online experience as soon as possible for 2020 participants, starting with SXSW EDU."

Selfie lovers rejoice! Museum of Memories opens at Mall of America

March 6, 2020 11:49am CST

A selfie-worthy art exhibit is now open at the Mall of America.

Taylor Swift donates $1 million to help victims of deadly Tennessee tornadoes

March 5, 2020 5:05pm CST

Taylor Swift is donating $1 million to disaster relief after devastating tornadoes ripped through Tennessee, killing 24 people.

Katy Perry confirms pregnancy in new music video

March 5, 2020 7:14am CST

The 35-year-old singer released the video for her newest song "Never Worn White" on Wednesday night, and the last few seconds confirmed what fans have been speculating all day: she's expecting.