Kelly Clarkson Joins Spotify’s Billions Club; Judi Dench Shares Health Update; New NYC Tree Documentary Debuts

It’s a big week in entertainment as several stars make headlines across the film and music world.

Kelly Clarkson has officially joined Spotify’s exclusive “Billions Club.” Her Grammy-winning 2004 hit “Since U Been Gone” has now surpassed one billion streams on the popular music platform. The iconic anthem remains a fan favorite and continues to be one of the most recognizable pop songs of the early 2000s.

Meanwhile, screen legend Judi Dench is speaking candidly about her worsening eyesight. In a recent conversation with ITV, Dench revealed that she can no longer recognize faces, read, or watch television due to age-related macular degeneration. The actress, known for acclaimed roles in films like “Shakespeare in Love,” has been open about her diagnosis since 2012 and says the challenges are increasing — but she remains determined to keep working as long as she can.

And for holiday lovers, a new documentary is shining a spotlight on one of New York’s busiest seasonal businesses. “The Merchants of Joy,” now streaming on Prime Video, follows five families who dominate the city’s Christmas tree trade. Describing themselves as friendly competitors — or “frenemies” — they hustle each season to help New Yorkers bring home the perfect tree.

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