Barack Obama warns Democrats against complacency
Barack Obama warned Democrats against being “complacent or smug” about the presidential race at a grassroots fundraiser on Tuesday for presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden.
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Barack Obama to hold joint fundraiser for Joe Biden
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden is getting some help from his “former boss” Barack Obama as he looks to fill his campaign coffers and unify the Democratic Party ahead of the November election.
Taylor Swift shares support for voting method criticised by Trump
Taylor Swift has again placed herself in opposition to Donald Trump as she voiced support for a voting method the president has frequently attacked.
Beyonce delivers powerful speech for class of 2020
Beyonce has joined a host of stars in delivering a message for graduates, as part of YouTube’s Dear Class of 2020 virtual graduation series.
Joe Biden secures Democratic presidential nomination
Joe Biden has officially clinched the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination, setting him up to meet Donald Trump for the leadership of a country beset by the coronavirus pandemic and civil unrest.
Barack Obama becoming a key figure in 2020 race for the White House
Two-term president Barack Obama last ran for the office in 2012 but he is emerging as a central figure in the 2020 election.
Judge baulks at rubber-stamping Flynn case dismissal
A US federal judge has said he will not immediately rule on the Justice Department’s decision to dismiss its criminal case against former Trump administration national security adviser Michael Flynn.
Obamas announce Netflix documentary exploring Michelle’s Becoming book tour
A new documentary will provide a “rare and up-close look” at the life of Michelle Obama as she embarked on a tour to promote her memoir, Netflix has said.
Kanye West indicates he will vote for Donald Trump in presidential election
Kanye West has confirmed he intends to vote in the upcoming US presidential election – and indicated he will be supporting Donald Trump.
Elizabeth Warren becomes latest former presidential rival to back Joe Biden
Elizabeth Warren has become the latest of Joe Biden’s onetime Democratic rivals to back the former vice president as the party moves to project unity against Donald Trump going into the November election.
Obama endorses Biden, saying former vice president has ‘the qualities we need’
Former US president Barack Obama has endorsed Joe Biden, giving the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee a boost from the party’s biggest fundraiser and one of its most popular figures.
Barack Obama ‘to endorse Joe Biden’ for presidency
Former president Barack Obama plans to endorse Joe Biden in a video address, giving the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee a boost from the party’s biggest fundraiser and one of its most popular figures.
Clint Eastwood appears to lend his support to Democratic presidential hopeful
Hollywood great Clint Eastwood appears to have given his backing to billionaire former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg for president.
Stars of politics and entertainment lead tributes to Kobe Bryant
US President Donald Trump and the stars of show business have paid tribute to retired basketball player Kobe Bryant after his death in a helicopter crash.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge says Obama’s praise for Fleabag was ‘extraordinary’
Phoebe Waller-Bridge has said it was “extraordinary” to receive praise from Barack Obama for her TV series Fleabag.
Oscars: Stars react as nominations are announced
Sir Sam Mendes said he “couldn’t be more thrilled” as his film 1917 was nominated for 10 awards at the Oscars.
Emilia Clarke shed tears and told ‘terrible jokes’ as she met Barack Obama
Emilia Clarke has said there were tears and “terrible jokes” when she met her “hero” Barack Obama.
Documentary backed by Obamas’ production company launches on Netflix
The first project backed by Michelle and Barack Obama’s production company has begun streaming on Netflix.
Ice Cube recalls early meetings with Boyz n The Hood director John Singleton
Ice Cube has revealed how meetings with a university-aged John Singleton led to him starring in classic film Boyz n The Hood.
Leon Bridges: I needed alcohol to perform but I was never an alcoholic
American soul singer Leon Bridges has said he needed alcohol to perform live – but denied he was ever an alcoholic.
Barack and Michelle Obama to launch first feature film with Netflix
The production company launched by Barack and Michelle Obama has created a documentary charting US industrial decline.
Selena Gomez latest celebrity to condemn treatment of migrant children in US
Selena Gomez has joined the chorus of celebrity voices condemning the treatment of migrant children in the US, describing it as “absolutely inhumane”.
Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda announces next Broadway project
Hamilton and In The Heights creator Lin-Manuel Miranda has announced his next Broadway project.
Obamas to produce podcasts with Spotify
Barack Obama and wife Michelle have agreed a deal to exclusively produce podcasts for streaming platform Spotify through their production company.
Oscar-nominated director John Singleton to be laid to rest in Los Angeles
The funeral for Oscar-nominated director John Singleton will be held in Los Angeles on Monday, his representative has said.
Barack Obama: John Singleton opened doors for filmmakers of colour
Barack Obama has said director John Singleton “opened doors for filmmakers of colour” with movies such as his acclaimed crime drama Boyz N The Hood.
Stevie Wonder and Snoop Dogg pay tribute to Nipsey Hussle at memorial service
More than 20,000 fans and a host of stars have paid tribute to US rapper Nipsey Hussle during a public memorial in Los Angeles.
Obama congratulates Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez on engagement
Barack Obama sent a sweet congratulatory message to Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez following their engagement.
Ruth Jones is fiercely proud of her ‘very special’ Welsh identity
Ruth Jones has revealed how much she treasures her background and “very special” Welsh identity.
Lin-Manuel Miranda releases Hamilton song remix featuring Barack Obama
Lin-Manuel Miranda has released a remixed version of a song from his hit musical Hamilton featuring Barack Obama.