Davao News Today — September 17, 2026
Dolly Parton Accepts Lifetime Achievement Award in Heartfelt Video Recorded Before Her Death and more — today's davao signal.
The world of entertainment is abuzz with a mix of tributes, collaborations, and industry shifts. In a heartwarming tribute, legendary singer-songwriter Dolly Parton recently accepted a lifetime achievement award in a pre-recorded video, which has been making waves online. Meanwhile, celebrity wedding planner Mindy Weiss has announced a sweet collaboration with Ring Pop candy, combining her expertise in weddings with a popular treat.
In other news, the creator convention VidCon is set to leave Anaheim after teaming up with LIONS, the parent company of Cannes Lions. There's also been a significant acquisition in the streaming world, with Macro taking over the Allblk streaming service from AMC Global Media. However, the entertainment industry is also grappling with some controversy, as actor James Ransone's wife spoke out about his exclusion from recent Emmys and Oscars In Memoriam tributes, sparking a conversation about recognition and representation. These stories highlight the dynamic and sometimes unpredictable nature of the entertainment industry.
Today's signal:
• Dolly Parton Accepts Lifetime Achievement Award in Heartfelt Video Recorded Before Her Death (rollingstone.com)
• Celebrity Wedding Planner Mindy Weiss Says “I Do” to New Ring Pop Candy Collaboration (variety.com)
• VidCon Is Leaving Anaheim After Creator Convention Combines With LIONS, Parent of Cannes Lions (variety.com)
• Macro Acquires Allblk Streaming Service From AMC Global Media (variety.com)
• ‘The Wire’ and ‘It’ Actor James Ransone Was Excluded From Emmys and Oscars In Memoriam Tributes; His Wife Says ‘It’s Simply Not Right’ (variety.com)