Los Angeles – Artists at the Emmy Awards used the stage to denounce what they called Israel’s genocide in Gaza. Several participants voiced solidarity with Palestinians and criticized the humanitarian crisis caused by the ongoing war. Some pledged to boycott Israeli institutions they consider complicit in the conflict, urging the global creative community to take a stand.
Rock band Def Leppard received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, celebrating a career that includes over 110 million albums sold. All five current band members attended the ceremony, joined by close friend and fellow rock legend Jon Bon Jovi.
Country singer Cody Johnson has canceled all remaining 2025 tour dates after doctors discovered a ruptured eardrum requiring immediate surgery. Johnson apologized to fans, saying his focus now is on recovery and promising to return to the stage once cleared by his medical team.
