White actor cast as Michael Jackson responds to critics
q producer Mitch Pollock scans the latest arts and entertainment headlines to keep us in the know.
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What are culture vultures discussing 'round the water cooler today? q producer Mitch Pollock scans the latest arts and entertainment headlines to keep us in the know. Today:
- $1.5M Arctic Inspiration Prize split among 3 finalists, a program to support Arctic performing artists
- White actor Joseph Fiennes responds to critics after being cast as Michael Jackson in an upcoming film
- Rihanna's new album Anti is leaked online, forcing the pop star to speed up the real release