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Yoko Ono Designs Swarovski Keys
Artist and activist Yoko Ono has designed a special collection of crystal keys to spread her message of hope and peace.John Lennon's widow has been commissioned by executives at Swarovski crystal jewellers to come up...
By WENN on 06 September 2012
John Lennon Killer Claims He Didn't Target Him
John Lennon's killer claims he didn't target the Beatles singer.The 'Imagine' hitmaker was shot dead outside his New York apartment in December 1980 by Mark Chapman but he claims he only killed him because he...
By Bang Showbiz on 30 August 2012
Yoko Ono To Host Anti-fracking Event In New York
John Lennon's widow Yoko Ono and the couple's son Sean are set to host an event against hydraulic fracturing in New York City on Wednesday (29Aug12) to protest drilling for natural gas.The mother and son...
By WENN on 25 August 2012
John Lennon's Killer Mark Chapman Denied Parole: Will He Ever Be Released?
Mark David Chapman, the man responsible for John Lennon 's death has been denied parole for the seventh time, prison officials said on Thursday (August 23, 2012). Mr Chapman, who shot dead the legendary Beatles...
By WENN on 23 August 2012
John Lennon's Former Home On Market For 15m
John Lennon's former home has gone up for sale for £15 million. The late music legend wrote a number of tracks for The Beatles' eighth studio album, the seminal 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band',...
By Bang Showbiz on 15 August 2012
Yoko Ono And Sean Lennon Launch Artists Against Fracking
John Lennon's widow Yoko Ono and their son Sean have launched a celebrity coalition campaigning against drilling techniques in the natural gas industry which could cause the contamination of water sources across America.The mother and...
By WENN on 16 July 2012
Stars Team Up In A Bid To Improve Control Of Weapons Around The World
Rockers Coldplay, John Lennon's widow Yoko Ono and singer Annie Lennox have teamed up to urge world leaders to regulate the international arms trade.Representatives from more than 190 governments met in New York on Monday...
By WENN on 02 July 2012
Yoko Ono Gave Smiling A Chance
Yoko Ono had to force herself to smile after the death of her husband John Lennon.The Japanese artist was inconsolable with grief after the iconic musician was shot dead in 1980 by deranged fan Mark...
By Bang Showbiz on 21 June 2012
Yoko Ono Opens London Art Exhibit
John Lennon's widow Yoko Ono has launched her first art show in London in a decade.To The Light features a collection of contemporary installations, performance videos and conceptual paintings the singer/artist has produced throughout her...
By WENN on 21 June 2012
Mad Men Producers Shell Out $250,000 For Beatles Track
The producers of Mad Men have shelled out an impressive sum of $250,000 in order to use a Beatles song in one of their new episodes. The New York Daily News revealed today that the...
By Lew Irwin on 09 May 2012
James Mccartney To Form The Beatles 2.0 With Sean Lennon?
Paul MCCartney's son, James Mccartney, has hinted that The Beatles - The Next Generation is a distinct possibility. In an interview with the Bbc, James explained that the idea of The Beatles: Version 2.0, featuring...
By WENN on 04 April 2012
Ono Dismisses Lennon Bulimia Claims
Yoko Ono has dismissed reports her late husband John Lennon suffered from an eating disorder.Author Debra Sharon Davis alleges in her book BackStage Pass Vip that Lennon had issues with food and would make himself...
By WENN on 07 March 2012
Yoko Ono And Bon Iver To Work On Flaming Lips Album
The Flaming Lips are set to work with Yoko Ono and Bon Iver on their new album.The psychedelic rockers frontman Wayne Coyne has named a list of stars who will appear on their upcoming release...
By Bang Showbiz on 13 January 2012
Yoko Ono To Present Artwork At Indian Gallery
Yoko Ono is working on a special art installation for a gallery in Delhi, India to highlight the challenges facing modern women.John Lennon's widow will present her creation at the Vadhera Art Gallery as part...
By WENN on 26 December 2011
Ringo Starr Asks For 'Peace' At Anti-weapons Initiative
Ringo Starr asked for "peace and love" as he launched a new anti-weapons initiative yesterday (08.12.11) on the 31st anniversary of John Lennon's murder.The former Beatles drummer called for tougher sentences for anyone caught with...
By Bang Showbiz on 09 December 2011
Ono Launches Songwriting Contest
Yoko Ono is set to hand out $20,000 (£12,500) in scholarships as part of a songwriting competition launched in memory of her late husband John Lennon.Aspiring songwriters have been asked to submit original compositions for...
By WENN on 06 December 2011
Paul Mccartney And Ringo Pay Tribute To George
Sir Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr joined to paid tribute to George Harrison yesterday (02.10.11).The two surviving members of The Beatles joined with their bandmate's widow, Olivia Harrison, his son Dhani, producer Sir George Martin,...
By Bang Showbiz on 03 October 2011
Julian Lennon Releasing New Solo Album
Julian Lennon is releasing his first solo album since 1998, 'Everything Changes'. The son of Beatles musician John Lennon had mainly been concentrating on philanthropic work and his photography career over the last decade, but...
By Bang Showbiz on 13 September 2011
Yoko Ono Places Wreath At Hiroshima Memorial
Yoko Ono has placed a wreath at a memorial for victims of the nuclear bomb attacks on Japan.John Lennon's widow is in her native country to receive an award for her charity work and promote...
By WENN on 29 July 2011
Yoko Ono To Receive Japanese Art Prize
John Lennon's widow Yoko Ono is to receive the Hiroshima Art Prize for her efforts in spreading world peace.The 78 year old will pick up the accolade next summer (12) at a special ceremony in...
By WENN on 26 July 2011
Ono 'Threatens To Sue Over Lennon Pub'
Yoko Ono has allegedly threatened legal action against the owner of a bar dedicated to her late husband John Lennon.Mike Craig spent thousands on memorabilia for his Beatles-themed venue, Lennon's Bar, in Dundee, Scotland, and...
By WENN on 11 July 2011
Lady Gaga Wants Mainstream Performance Art
Lady Gaga says it's always been her ambition to make performance art mainstream.The 'Edge of Glory' hitmaker is known just as much for her on-stage performances and eccentric outfits as she is for her singing...
By Bang Showbiz on 09 July 2011
Yoko Ono's Busy Schedule Keeps Her Looking Young
John Lennon's widow Yoko Ono credits her hectic work schedule with her youthful appearance - because she's always on her feet.The 78 year old admits she struggles to stick to healthy eating programmes and work-out...
By WENN on 05 July 2011
Ono Donates To Tornado Auction
Musician Yoko Ono is auctioning off a personalised iPad and a signed photo to raise funds for the victims of the tornado-hit city of Joplin, Missouri.The Japanese star has donated a black and white shot...
By WENN on 15 June 2011
Yoko Ono Backs Non-violence Project With Artwork
Yoko Ono has thrown her support behind the Non-Violence Project and unveiled her interpretation of the organisation's iconic knotted gun symbol in memory of her late husband, John Lennon.The Non-Violence Project's signature logo, a gun...
By WENN on 19 April 2011
John Lennon's Lyrics To Be Auctioned
John Lennon's handwritten lyrics to the Beatles song 'Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds' are set to make £122,000 at auction. The lyric sheet features the song's third verse and the opening lines of 'She's...
By Bang Showbiz on 14 April 2011
John Lennon's Peace Tower Lit For Ono Wedding Anniversary
John Lennon's Imagine Peace Tower is lighting up the skies over Iceland again - to celebrate the former Beatles star's marriage to Yoko Ono.The beam-of-light art installation on Vioey Island in Reykjavik was launched by...
By WENN on 23 March 2011
Yoko Ono And Lou Reed To Play Tsunami Benefit Shows
Yoko Ono, Lou Reed and Sonic Youth are to perform at special fundraising gigs to boost aid efforts in tsunami-hit Japan.The Japanese widow of John Lennon will be joined by their son Sean Lennon, rockers...
By WENN on 18 March 2011
Yoko Ono And George Takei Urge Help For Fellow Japanese
Japanese artist/musician Yoko Ono and Star Trek actor George Takei have urged fans to support relief efforts in Japan following the devastating earthquake in the region.Hundreds were killed when a tsunami, sparked by the 8.9-magnitude...
By WENN on 11 March 2011
Yoko Ono's Dance Success Guilt
Yoko Ono feels "guilty" about being a dance star.The 78-year-old musician - widow of Beatles legend John Lennon - has just scored her sixth consecutive number one track in the US dance charts with 'Move...
By Bang Showbiz on 09 March 2011
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