As the epic recording session for “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” began on Nov. 25, 1984, Bob Geldof — the mastermind behind the all-star charity single — realized that one A-lister was MIA: Culture Club frontman Boy George. “I called him [and] I said, ‘Where are you, man?’ ” Geldof, 73, told The Post. “And … Read more
When legendary WBLS DJ Frankie Crocker broke McFadden & Whitehead’s “Ain’t No Stopping Us Now” — the 1979 Philly soul classic that has provided the soundtrack to many a cookout — he might as well have been establishing a theme song for the enduring legacy and listenership of the New York radio institution. Because there … Read more
When Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” was released 30 years ago on Oct. 29, 1994, it began her ascent to the Queen of Christmas throne. Three decades later, the 55-year-old pop superstar is everybody’s favorite holiday diva. “It’s the gift that keeps on giving — to her fans and to Mariah,” … Read more
The subway changed Rick McGuire’s life. No, he didn’t meet his forever person on the uptown A train like fiancés Anastasia Gregory and Spencer Seabaugh, nor did he find “American Idol” fame after launching a crooning career on station platforms like singer Just Sam. Instead, the subway system, which celebrates its 120th anniversary Sunday, gave … Read more
Jenny McCarthy and Donnie Wahlberg marked their 10th wedding anniversary with a vow renewal ceremony at the hotel where they first tied the knot. On Saturday, the 51-year-old TV personality McCarthy, and the 55-year-old “Blue Bloods” star Wahlberg shared videos on their Instagram Stories in which they were seen celebrating their milestone anniversary at the historic … Read more
Robin Williams’ son, Zak Williams, shared a special tribute to his late father on the ten-year anniversary of his tragic death. Zak, 41, posted an Instagram on Sunday with a photo of Robin as his alien character Mork in the ABC sitcom “Mork & Mindy.” “Dad, it’s hard to believe it’s been 10 years,” Zak began his … Read more
Robin Williams’ daughter, Zelda Williams, addressed a fake rumor about the late actor on the 10th anniversary of his death. Zelda, 35, responded to a viral post on X (formerly Twitter) that claimed Robin — who died by suicide at age 63 on August 11, 2014 — had a pet monkey. The post, shared by the … Read more
It was a tale of two classics, a tale of two eras, for Green Day at Citi Field on Monday night. Like a dog days double-header — in which the Mets home field was transformed into a melting mosh pit by the heat and humidity — this night was set in two acts as the … Read more
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck were apart on their second wedding anniversary. The “Let’s Get Loud” singer, 54, and the “Argo” actor, 51, were spotted on opposite coasts on Tuesday, which marked two years since their intimate Las Vegas nuptials. Lopez was photographed riding her bike in the Hamptons. She wore white overalls, brown sandals … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend and I rented an apartment six weeks ago. A friend of his needed a place to stay due to some marital problems, so we decided she could stay with us. At the beginning, she offered us $500, and we agreed to that. Abby, she hasn’t paid us a dime. She has … Read more
When a 9-year-old Leslie Uggams made her debut at Harlem’s historic Apollo Theater in 1952, she instantly won over the notoriously tough crowd as the “extra added attraction” on a bill with jazz great Louis Armstrong as headliner. “It was terrific … They loved me,” Uggams, now 81, told The Post about her 20-minute act, … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I disagree about when we can celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. We were married on June 16, 1974. I believe we will be celebrating our 50th anniversary on June 16, 2024. However, he insists that a child celebrates her first birthday after the child has lived through that first year. … Read more
A woman who shared her story of a 10th wedding anniversary gone awry received little sympathy from other users on Reddit, with one commenter calling the situation “toxic” and most slamming her for a lack of communication and thoughtfulness toward her husband. Her post received over 5,000 reactions in less than 24 hours with some … Read more
Prince William and Kate Middleton are marking 13 years of marriage with an intimate at-home celebration, The Post can reveal. The Prince and Princess of Wales tied the knot in a lavish ceremony at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011, and have acknowledged their special day in a post on social media. “13 years ago … Read more
With their 19th wedding anniversary fast approaching, King Charles III and Queen Camilla are gearing up to mark the occasion with a private celebration. The pair, who tied the knot on April 9, 2005, will make the most of their special day despite major health woes plaguing the royal family at this time. In fact, … Read more
“Happy Days” premiered on Jan. 15, 1974 — and primetime television was never the same. The ABC series, set in Eisenhower-Era Milwaukee, materialized on the heels of the 1950s nostalgia craze generated by the movie “American Graffiti.“ The show revolved around the all-American, middle-class Cunningham family: loving parents Marion (Marion Ross) and Howard (Tom Bosley), their … Read more
“The Sopranos” is hands down one of the most remarkable television series in history. Twenty-five years after the mob crime drama premiered on HBO, the cast and James Gandolfini’s son, Michael, united at an anniversary bash on Wednesday to celebrate the series’ legacy. The party, thrown by Max, was held at Da Nico Ristorante, which … Read more
Buddy the Elf, what’s your favorite color? Tuesday, Nov. 7, marks the 20th anniversary of the modern classic Christmas movie “Elf.” The movie stars Will Ferrell as Buddy the Elf — a human who is mistakenly raised among elves at the North Pole — as he takes a journey to NYC to meet his biological father, … Read more
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill continue to prove love is still alive. The country star took to his Instagram to celebrate their 27th wedding anniversary, posting a photo of the two of them on the night they met. “This is the very first picture ever taken of us, the very first time we ever met back … Read more
DEAR FINALLY FED UP: I don’t know Jack, and you have not listed even one of his virtues. Unless your idea of a happy future is supporting a recluse who refuses to hold a steady job, it’s time to sing, “Hit the road, Jack!” DEAR ABBY: My husband, “Randall,” was a widower when we met. … Read more