2024: A Year in Review of Music, Film, and Celebrity Headlines
The year 2024 proved to be a whirlwind of events in the entertainment industry, filled with chart-topping hits, blockbuster movies, surprising reunions, and dramatic personal lives of celebrities. From record-breaking stadium tours to unexpected love splits, this year kept fans on the edge of their seats. This review recaps the major happenings, testing your knowledge of the key moments that defined the year’s pop culture landscape.
Music Scene Dominated by Tours, Reunions, and New Releases
The music scene in 2024 was electric with major artists embarking on ambitious tours and long-awaited reunions. Coldplay made history with a ten-night sold-out run at Wembley Stadium, while the unexpected announcement of an Oasis reunion tour sent shockwaves through the music world. McFly and Busted joined forces for a joint tour, exciting fans of both pop-punk bands. On the charts, electronic duo Chase & Status achieved their first No.1 with "Backbone," their collaboration with Stormzy. NSync delighted fans with their first new single in two decades, "Better Place," featured in the film Trolls Band Together. Solo artists also shone brightly. Taylor Swift captivated audiences with her "Eras Tour," while Jade Thirlwall, the last Little Mix member to go solo, debuted with "Angel Of My Dreams." Charli XCX’s album Brat sparked the “Brat Summer” trend, and Eminem scored his 11th No.1 single with "Houdini." Sir Rod Stewart followed in Shania Twain’s legendary footsteps, becoming the first act confirmed for the 2025 Glastonbury Legends slot.
Awards Season Celebrates Cinematic Achievements and Musical Milestones
Awards season recognized outstanding achievements in film and music. Emma Stone’s portrayal of Bella Baxter in Poor Things earned her the Best Actress Bafta. Miley Cyrus took home the Brit Award for Best International Song with her hit single "Flowers." Oppenheimer, the three-hour blockbuster, dominated the Oscars, winning seven awards. In the world of music, Eurovision saw Switzerland’s Nemo crowned as the winner, while The Beatles received a Grammy nomination for Record of the Year for their song "Now And Then." Raye made history at the Brit Awards, setting a new record for the most prizes won in a single evening.
Memorable Quotes and Television Moments
Throughout the year, celebrities made headlines with their candid and sometimes controversial statements. Chris Martin’s affection for Liam Gallagher, Sir Tom Jones’s strong dislike for Engelbert Humperdinck, Justin Timberlake’s offhand comment about his world tour, Dame Helen Mirren’s appreciation for GPS technology, and Gregg Wallace’s anticipated complaints about his remarks all became memorable moments. Television also provided its share of entertainment. Cat Deeley joined Ben Shephard as the new regular hosts of ITV’s This Morning. The Traitors, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, saw the Traitors emerge victorious. Danny Jones triumphed in I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!, and the comedy-drama Baby Reindeer, starring Richard Gaad, became a global sensation on Netflix. KSI made a guest appearance as a judge on Britain’s Got Talent.
Box Office Hits and Biopic Anticipation
The silver screen witnessed its own share of triumphs. Lady Gaga starred as Harley Quinn in Joker: Folie A Deux, while Winona Ryder and Michael Keaton reunited for the sequel Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, 36 years after the original film. Ariana Grande enchanted audiences as Galinda/Glinda in the movie adaptation of Wicked. Anticipation built for the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown, starring Timothée Chalamet. Moana 2 topped the box office charts upon its release.
Love and Loss in the Celebrity World
Celebrity relationships experienced both joyous beginnings and painful endings. Margot Robbie welcomed her first child with husband Tom Ackerley. Joseph Quinn from Stranger Things was revealed to be dating rapper Doja Cat. Justin Bieber and his wife welcomed a son, Jack Blues. Usher’s whirlwind wedding followed his Super Bowl halftime performance. Lana Del Rey found love with alligator tour guide Jeremy Dufrene. However, not all relationships fared so well. Ruth Langsford announced her divorce from Eamonn Holmes, and WAGS Annie Kilner and Lauryn Goodman clashed over footballer Kyle Walker. Dave Grohl’s admission of a child outside his marriage shocked fans. Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s two-year marriage ended in divorce, and Maya Jama and Stormzy’s on-again, off-again relationship came to a close.
Sabrina Carpenter’s Chart Domination and Other Notable Facts
Singer Sabrina Carpenter dominated the charts in 2024, spending an impressive 21 weeks at No.1 with her hits. Gladiator II hit theaters, reminding audiences of the original film’s release in 2000. Zoe Ball departed from her role as the host of the Radio 2 breakfast show after six years. Adele concluded her Las Vegas residency after a remarkable 100 shows. Other notable events included the final episode of Saturday Night Takeaway, the release of Beyoncé’s album Cowboy Carter, Phillip Schofield’s return to television on Channel 5’s Castaway, and the Girls Aloud reunion tour. The influential drama Mr Bates Vs The Post Office, starring Toby Jones, captivated viewers on ITV. These moments, along with countless others, contributed to a dynamic and memorable year in entertainment.
