British-American actress and public figure
The Independent reports that the 48-year-old New York-born actor is joining General Hospital as William Baines, joining a wave of casting changes. Debuts are set for Thursday, September 3, as the soap continues its long-running tale in Port Charles. The moves follow recent departures and recastings, including Jack Brennan’s kill-off and Ethan Lovett’s recasting.
Fans from New York to London recount cherished moments with Tim Curry, praising his warmth, humor and magnetic presence. The Guardian letters reflect a lasting impact of his work, with anecdotes about stage and screen performances that endear him to audiences worldwide.
Taylor Swift has released a deluxe edition of The Life of a Showgirl, titled The Encore, adding four new songs. The move follows mixed reviews of Showgirl and signals Swift’s continuing prolific output as she expands her catalog with fresh material after the original release.
Prominent film and TV actress Eva Marie Saint has died at her Los Angeles home. A career spanning six decades included On the Waterfront and North by Northwest; she won an Oscar for best supporting actress in 1955 and an Emmy in 1990. She is survived by two children and a long marriage to director Jeffrey Hayden.
A round-up of fashion campaigns and premieres from the tail end of Dubai Fashion Week and related campaigns. The week features Miu Miu, Gap, and Saint Laurent campaigns, with Hadid, Al-Jasmi, Abdelnour, and other designers in focus.