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Denzel Washington's "Gladiator 2" Shatters Box Office Records, Plus Max Verstappen's New Documentary

Denzel Washington’s new film, Gladiator 2, has made a powerful splash at the box office, earning an estimated $55.5 million in its opening weekend—making it the highest debut of his illustrious career. The action-packed sequel is thrilling audiences and critics alike, with Washington proving once again why he remains one of Hollywood's biggest stars. Meanwhile, Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen is featured in a new documentary, Max Verstappen: Anatomy of a Champion. The film, now available for streaming on Viaplay in the U.S. and U.K., dives deep into the life and career of the Dutch racing legend, who recently clinched his fourth straight F1 championship. In a heartfelt tribute, this year's Media Access Awards, which honor films and TV shows inclusive of disabled characters, took a moment to remember TV legend Norman Lear. Lear, who passed away last December at age 101, was praised by Jimmy Kimmel for his groundbreaking work in tackling tough subjects like racism and disability. The 2024 ceremony premieres today on PBS stations. From record-breaking box office successes to inspirational documentaries and inclusivity in entertainment, it’s a big week for Hollywood!

By: NBC Palm Springs

November 25, 2024

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Alice B. has announced it’s closing its doors. It’s cozy atmosphere and unique seasonal menu made it a must try and even landed it in the Michelin guide. @susanfeniger and @marysuemilliken left their mark on the desert over at Living Out and it will be missed. Here’s a clip from one of our last interviews with Susan.

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Cathedral City City Council votes to rename “LGBT+ Days” to “Cathedral City Pride”. The council approved the change in a 5-0 vote during its latest meeting, updating the official name of the city’s annual celebration. Stay tuned with NBC Palm Springs to see what this means to the Coachella Valley Community #CathedralCity #pride #CityCouncil #CoachellaValley #LocalNews

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Discover the Coachella Valley with the Everything Palm Springs app. From iconic attractions and hidden gems to local restaurants, shops, entertainment and even filming locations, the map-based app is designed to help both visitors and locals find more of what the desert has to offer. Creator Lindsay Kinkle is also expanding the app with video tours and narrated guides, giving users another way to explore Palm Springs and the surrounding communities. Local businesses like Buena Matcha are also getting a chance to connect with new customers through the platform. As Lindsay says, there’s so much to do and enjoy here — you just have to know where to look. #PalmSprings #CoachellaValley #EverythingPalmSprings #PalmSpringsApp #VisitPalmSprings DesertLife LocalBusiness CoachellaValleyBusiness NBCPalmSprings

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What’s next for Palm Desert? Join community leaders, local businesses and regional stakeholders for the 2026 State of the City Address. Topics: • Economic Development • Infrastructure • Public Safety • Community Programs • Palm Desert’s Future CTA: Friday, September 18 | 11:30 AM JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort

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Former Silvercrest CEO, William Rodriguez is expected back in court today in connection with the deadly 2024 Cathedral City hit and run that killed a woman. The murder charge was dismissed, but Rodriguez still faces felony hit and run and suspended license charges.

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Murder suspect Vicky Kim has once again not been cleared to appear in court. Kim is accused of killing her husband at their Palm Desert condominium complex. Her arraignment has now been delayed three times. Stay tuned with NBC Palm Springs as we track the latest developments in this case. #VickyKim #PalmDesert #CoachellaValley #BreakingNews #CourtUpdate NBCPalmSprings

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Palm Springs is mourning the loss of beloved entertainer James “Gypsy” Haake, who has died at 94. Haake began his entertainment career at just 19 years old as a Broadway chorus dancer. After retiring from the stage, he returned to performing at 82, becoming the host of Carnival Cabaret at Oscars in downtown Palm Springs. A longtime friend of our station, Haake was a familiar and beloved figure in the Palm Springs entertainment community — and his contributions were recognized with a star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars. His career spanned more than seven decades, proving that the spotlight never truly left him. ❤️ Rest in peace, James “Gypsy” Haake. Your legacy will live on in Palm Springs. #JamesGypsyHaake #PalmSprings #PalmSpringsWalkOfStars #CarnivalCabaret #PalmSpringsEntertainment #OscarsPalmSprings #PalmSpringsHistory

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Denzel Washington's "Gladiator 2" Shatters Box Office Records, Plus Max Verstappen's New Documentary