All articles tagged with #cultural icon
Originally Published 14 days ago — by The Washington Post
Brigitte Bardot, a legendary French actress and singer known for her sensual roles and as a symbol of the sexual revolution, has died at 91. She later became an animal-welfare advocate and a controversial right-wing figure.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by DCist
A portrait of Oprah Winfrey has been unveiled at the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C., honoring her as a cultural icon and influential figure. The portrait, created by artist Kadir Nelson, captures Winfrey's powerful presence and impact on American society.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
The Sydney Opera House, Australia's iconic architectural masterpiece, celebrates its 50th anniversary on October 20. Valued at $11.4 billion by Deloitte, the Opera House is recognized globally for symbolizing Australia. Beyond opera, it offers a diverse range of programming, including contemporary music, talks, and children's events. The Opera House aims to be a "people's house," welcoming both tourists and locals alike. With efforts to make its offerings accessible online and in multiple languages, the Opera House strives to serve a wide audience and highlight the First Nations community.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Chicago Sun-Times
Lana Del Rey closed out the weekend at Lollapalooza in regal fashion, captivating fans with her iconic presence and exceptional music. With a set filled with passion and emotion, Del Rey's performance was a delicate and feminine experience, complete with elaborate stage details and graceful dancers. From her mesmerizing delivery of hits like "Blue Jeans" and "Ultraviolence" to the enchanting atmosphere she created, Del Rey proved why she is a cultural icon and queen of pop noir.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
HBO's "Being Mary Tyler Moore" documentary celebrates the life and career of the iconic TV star, highlighting her comedic gifts and groundbreaking roles in "The Dick Van Dyke Show" and "The Mary Tyler Moore Show." The film also explores the mores of the time, including the network's discomfort with a show built around a divorced woman, and the not-so-subtle sexism Moore faced. Despite a lackluster movie career, Moore left a mark beyond her work on screen, championing quality TV through her production company and advocating for women's rights and diabetes research.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WESH 2 Orlando
Jerry Springer, the longtime TV talk show host, has died at the age of 79 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Known for his namesake show's tabloid-style drama and chair-throwing, Springer also had a political career, serving as Cincinnati's mayor and making an unsuccessful run for Ohio governor. He later became a news anchor and commentator before returning to television as a talk show host and star of "Judge Jerry."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WMTW Portland
Jerry Springer, the longtime TV talk show host, has died at the age of 79 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Known for his namesake show's tabloid-style drama and chair-throwing, Springer also had a successful political career, serving as Cincinnati's mayor in 1977. He later became a news anchor and commentator before transitioning to a talk show host in the early '90s. Springer bid farewell to Cincinnati in 1993 and continued to make a splash with his podcast and courtroom show "Judge Jerry."