As we say every year, the annual Songwriters Hall of Fame ceremony is a combination of an awards show and a family reunion — an annual gathering of superstars virtually everyone recognizes, iconic behind-the-scenes songwriters that a few people recognize, and top executives from the music industry who hardly any normal person recognizes. And every … Read more
During Taylor Swift‘s 21-minute acceptance speech when being inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame on Thursday, the star quoted Yellowstone‘s John Dutton when sharing words of wisdom for young artists. “I would say you really have to prioritize what you love down to your very core, because you’ll need that if your song ever gets … Read more
Taylor Swift gave an epic 21-minute acceptance speech at the Songwriters Hall of Fame 2026 induction ceremony, which took place at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City on Thursday night. Before her acceptance speech, which occurred just past midnight, Sombr paid tribute to Swift with a performance of her songs “Cardigan” and “Dear … Read more
Taylor Swift reflected on her career and celebrated the craft of songwriting as she was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday, June 11. Swift recalled words of wisdom actress and Steven Spielberg’s wife, Kate Capshaw, once told her: “Good and true things are easy.” The Grammy winning singer-songwriter continued, “I look back at … Read more
Mariska Hargitay arrived at Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs on Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden after matinee and evening performances of “Every Brilliant Thing” at the nearby Hudson Theatre. At first, she was spotted wearing a black shirt, but quickly changed into a customized orange and blue t-shirt … Read more
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. There are plenty of good-luck charms the superstitious can credit with helping the Knicks pull off the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history on Wednesday night: Jordyn Woods’ orange ostrich purse, which she’s carried … Read more
Chalamet sheds his shirt, Swift waves the rally towel, Rihanna shoots hoops in NYC, and more celebrate after historic comeback win Celebrities shed their usually stoic veneer to fully embrace their wild side in the aftermath of the New York Knicks’ historic Game 4 win Wednesday, taking to the hallways of Madison Square Garden and … Read more
It was a who’s who on the sidelines of Madison Square Garden as the New York Knicks fronted a miraculous comeback against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. NYC staples like Spike Lee, Larry David, Adam Sandler, Jerry Seinfeld, David Zaslav, Timothée Chalamet, Mariska Hargitay, Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, John … Read more
While celebrities showing up courtside for NBA Finals aren’t anything new, a Knicks Finals game has a different kind of appeal — especially when it’s the team’s first NBA Finals appearance since 1999. As the New York Knicks face off with the San Antonio Spurs, the showdown has brought together fans and famous faces from across … Read more
Taylor Swift, who’s been spotted sitting courtside at Knicks games in the past, showed her support for New York’s team while wearing a “Stevie Knicks” tee alongside the Haim sisters when she attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday. The Knicks were playing against the San Antonio Spurs. Swift was often seen at … Read more