An assassin’s bullet hit Bob Marley - then he made his greatest statement
In December 1976, Bob Marley survived an assassination attempt just days before a politically charged concert in Kingston, Jamaica. Shot and wounded, he still took the stage before 80,000 people, delivering a performance that would become one of the most legendary moments in music history. But the real story begins afterward. Leaving Jamaica behind and entering self-imposed exile in London, Marley transformed his frustration, fear, and spiritual conviction into Exodus — the album that elevated him from reggae superstar to global symbol of resistance, unity, and hope. Drawing deeply from Rastafarian beliefs, anti-colonial politics, and the struggles facing oppressed people around the world, Exodus balanced calls for revolution with visions of peace, love, and liberation. It was Bob Marley at his most political, most spiritual, and perhaps most radical.
2026-06-04T11:22:03Z
This week's must-watch movies, shows & music
Looking for the best movies, TV shows, music, and live events this weekend? We've got you covered! In this week's Must List, we break down Christopher Nolan's epic The Odyssey, the highly anticipated Interview With the Vampire: The Vampire Lestat season finale, Quicksand's explosive new album Bring on the Psychics, and Jennifer Nettles' bold new musical Giulia: The Poison Queen of Palermo. Whether you're planning a movie night, binge-watching your favorite series, discovering new music, or catching a live performance, these are the biggest entertainment picks you won't want to miss. Which one are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments!
2026-07-19T12:57:41Z
Hollywood stars who dated their directors
Sometimes, the biggest love stories in Hollywood don’t happen on screen; they begin behind the camera. Over the years, several actors have found romance with the directors they worked alongside, with some relationships lasting long after filming wrapped. One of the most talked-about recent pairings was Zoë Kravitz and Channing Tatum. The couple reportedly started dating in 2021 while working on Kravitz’s directorial debut, 'Blink Twice'. According to Us Weekly, a source said the pair were “having a lot of fun together” and saw “serious potential for the long term.” However, they ultimately called it quits in 2024. Florence Pugh also found love with director Zach Braff after collaborating on the short film 'In the Time It Takes to Get There'. The pair were first spotted together in 2019 and dated for around three years before quietly ending their relationship in 2022. Pugh even starred in the 2023 film 'A Good Person', which Braff directed. Harry Styles and Olivia Wilde made headlines after meeting on the set of 'Don’t Worry Darling'. Styles joined the cast in 2020, and just a few months later the pair were photographed holding hands at a wedding, confirming the romance rumors. One of Hollywood’s longest-running filmmaker romances was Helena Bonham Carter and Tim Burton. After meeting on the set of 'Planet of the Apes', they went on to collaborate on multiple projects, including 'Big Fish', 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', 'Sweeney Todd', and 'Alice in Wonderland', before separating in 2014. Another famous director-actor couple is Sam Taylor-Johnson and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, who met while making ‘Nowhere Boy’ in 2009. They married in 2012 and later welcomed two children together. However, their relationship has faced vast public scrutiny over their age gap, with Aaron being 18 and Sam 42 when they first met on set. Despite the ongoing discussion surrounding their 24-year age difference, the couple have remained together for years and are considered one of Hollywood’s longest-lasting director-actor pairings.
2026-07-17T12:57:06Z