What’s Trending: Wednesday, August 25th, 2021
#OliviaRodrigo
o Her song “Good 4 U” has been named the song of the summer.
o Spotify made the announcement after the song earned more than 600 million streams globally between May 29th and August 22nd.
o Three of her songs also rank in the Top 5 in the U.S.
o Coming in second in the US is “Kiss Me More” by Doja Cat and SZA, “Stay” by The Kid Laroi and Justin Bieber was third, and “Deja Vu” and “Traitor” by Olivia were in the fourth and fifth spots.
#CharlieWatts
o The drummer for the Rolling Stones has died.
o The legendary musician had been with the Stones since their inception in 1963.
o A statement announcing the death red, “It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Charlie Watts.”
o It said he was “a cherished husband, father and grandfather” and “one of the greatest drummers of his generation.”
o Tributes to the legend have come from all over the world, including from stars like Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Ringo Star, and Sir Elton John.
o As of now, the Rolling Stones are still scheduled to go on tour and perform at Allegiant Stadium on November 6th.
#NinePerfectStrangers
o The show has now edged out Handmaid’s Tale to become Hulu’s most-watched show.
o The show stars Nicole Kidman and Melissa McCarthy and it’s based on the book by author Liane Moriarty.
o The show takes place at a boutique health-and-wellness resort that promises healing and transformation as nine people try to get on a better path.
o Kidman plays Masha, the resort’s director whose methods have yet to be exposed.
o The first three episodes are out with new shows every Wednesday.
#Lyft #Wienermobile
o The next time you order a Lyft, you could be picked up by a hot dog on wheels.
o That’s because starting today and running through Friday, Lyft riders who request a pickup by a Lyft XL have a chance at being picked up by the 27-foot rolling hot dog.
o You’ll also get music, free shirts, neon lights, hot dog masks and Weenie Whistles.
o Unfortunately, it’s only happening in select cities and so far, Las Vegas is not on the list.