All posts tagged: Katharine

Katharine McPhee turns 40 – see American Idol alum’s then-and-now photos

Katharine McPhee turns 40 – see American Idol alum’s then-and-now photos

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[ad_1] Katharine McPhee is ringing in a milestone birthday today warranting a walk down memory lane in her honor. The star has come a long way from her days on American Idol when she was runner-up to winner, Taylor Hicks, on season five. Despite narrowly missing out on the win, Katharine  went on to carve out a successful career in the entertainment industry as both an actor and a singer.  You may also likeWATCH: Inside Katharine McPhee and David Foster’s beautiful home She’s also happily married to music producer, David Foster, 74, and they adore parenting their son, Rennie, three. Here’s how she’s blossomed in her style, career and personal life since she burst onto the scene at the age of 21. © GettyKatharine with her husband David American Idol  Katharine was convinced to audition for American Idol by her eventual husband, Nick Cokas, and her parents. She was an instant hit when she rocked up to the San Francisco auditions and sang “God Bless the Child”. Katharine on American Idol in 2006 Her cute, girl-next-door style was …

David Foster, 73, Katharine McPhee, 39 reveal their secrets to a successful marriage

David Foster, 73, Katharine McPhee, 39 reveal their secrets to a successful marriage

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[ad_1] David Foster and Katharine McPhee’s marriage is a testament to the power of compromise, collaboration, and mutual respect.  This dynamic duo, who have captured the hearts of many with their talent and partnership, recently shared insights into their marriage, careers, and parenting style in an enlightening interview with People. David, a celebrated music producer aged 74, and Katharine, a versatile singer and actress aged 39, have been navigating the waters of marriage since their beautiful ceremony in London, June 2019.  With no strict guidelines to confine them, David eloquently describes marriage as a “moving target,” a sentiment echoed by many who understand the complexities of a shared life.  © GettyKatharine McPhee wore a pretty blue second wedding dress “If you’re a parent, then you absolutely know,” he adds, acknowledging the challenges and joys of parenting.  The couple’s approach to raising their three-year-old son, Rennie, is grounded in understanding and flexibility, embodying the essence of their partnership.  Katharine and David welcomed their son, Rennie, in 2021 David, who brings experience from parenting five older children …

Katharine McPhee, 39, and David Foster’s, 74, son Rennie, three, makes adorable drumming debut

Katharine McPhee, 39, and David Foster’s, 74, son Rennie, three, makes adorable drumming debut

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[ad_1] In a heartwarming moment that captivated audiences, Katharine McPhee, 39, and David Foster’s son, Rennie David, made his adorable debut on the musical stage during their show in Washington D.C.  The three-year-old toddler, donned with headphones, was seen emulating a drummer beside his father, 74, an acclaimed Canadian record producer, at the piano, and Katharine, an American Idol star and proud mom, beaming with joy from the side. Katharine shared this precious family moment on Instagram, expressing her pride with the caption, “Had a VERY special guest join us on stage for the first time #ProudMom.”  However, she clarified that the drumming heard during the performance was the work of the legendary John JR Robinson, and Rennie was merely copying his movements, unmic’d. “It was cute to watch his first stage debut,” she added, ensuring her followers understood the context of Rennie’s participation. The video not only melted the hearts of Katharine’s 935K followers but also garnered admiration from celebrities and fans alike.  Nicole Scherzinger exclaimed: “Omg I cannot even!!!!!!! A child prodigy!!!” while …

Fashion designer Katharine Hamnett bins her CBE in protest for Gaza ceasefire

Fashion designer Katharine Hamnett bins her CBE in protest for Gaza ceasefire

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[ad_1] Stay ahead of the trend in fashion and beyond with our free weekly Lifestyle Edit newsletter Stay ahead of the trend in fashion and beyond with our free weekly Lifestyle Edit newsletter Fashion designer Katharine Hamnett has thrown away her CBE due to what she considers Britain’s part in Israel’s ongoing assault on Gaza. The designer, known for her political slogan T-shirts, expressed her “disgust” with the British government’s response to the killings and destruction in the Palestinian state since 7 October, when Hamas attacked Israel. Hamnett, 76, was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire for services to the fashion industry in the 2011 New Year Honours. However, she did away with her medal in a video posted on Tuesday (20 February), while wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with the phrase: “DISGUSTED TO BE BRITISH.” “I’m disgusted to be British for our role in genocide in Gaza,” the 76-year-old designer says to the camera with her medal in hand, outside of a residential property. “This is my CBE. It belongs in the …

Katharine Birbalsingh defends ban on school prayers in high court | Schools

Katharine Birbalsingh defends ban on school prayers in high court | Schools

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[ad_1] The headteacher of a school facing legal action over a ban on prayer rituals has defended the policy, arguing that it was vital in order to “maintain a successful learning environment where children of all races and religion can thrive”. The case against Michaela community school in Brent, north-west London, which has been the subject of a two-day hearing at the high court in London this week, has been brought by one of its Muslim pupils, who claims the ban is discriminatory and is seeking to have it overturned. Michaela’s founder, Katharine Birbalsingh, often described as the strictest headteacher in Britain, said she had to introduce the ban after a number of pupils began praying in the playground, against what she described as a backdrop of “violence, intimidation and appalling racial harassment of some of our teachers”. Jason Coppel KC, representing the school trust, told the court on Wednesday the prayer issue had triggered “an unprecedented outbreak of poor behaviour among pupils” at the school, which is famed not just for its exceptional exam …

Katharine McPhee jokingly reveals why she married David Foster

Katharine McPhee jokingly reveals why she married David Foster

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[ad_1] Stay ahead of the trend in fashion and beyond with our free weekly Lifestyle Edit newsletter Stay ahead of the trend in fashion and beyond with our free weekly Lifestyle Edit newsletter Katharine McPhee has hilariously hit back at some of the criticism she’s faced since marrying her husband David Foster. The 33-year-old singer took to TikTok on 8 January to briefly address her relationship with Foster, who she’s been married to since 2019. In the video, McPhee, who was wearing a leather shirt and pants, and had her hair in a slicked-back bun, could be seen looking in a mirror. As she turned her head towards the camera, text over the video showed a question she often gets about her relationship: “Why’d you marry David Foster…?” When responding to the question, McPhee simply recited a line that Kim Kardashian said during an episode of The Kardashians. “Because it’s iconic,” the American Idol alum mouthed in the video. “And I love doing iconic s***.” The TikTok video has quickly gone viral, with more than …

Guardian Europe: a new venture for our times | Katharine Viner

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[ad_1] Three years ago, as Britain left the European Union, the Guardian made a commitment to becoming more, not less, European. It wasn’t just because of our strong opposition to Brexit; it was because being European is part of who we are. The Guardian has always been internationalist, open to the world and other cultures. We have been on the ground covering European affairs for more than 200 years. War, revolution, elections, cultural shifts, sporting heroism, social change – we have reported on it all, from the death of Napoleon to two world wars to the collapse of communism and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Brexit, then, was no time for us to retreat. Many of our biggest problems can never be fully understood if we are unable to see the bigger picture. From our changing climate to our volatile global economy, from the pandemic to the energy crisis to mass migration, organised crime and the digital revolution, our most pressing challenges do not have borders. We cannot bury ourselves in a narrow national conversation and …