Entertainment News Roundup: George Clooney, Amy Grant, Gladys Knight, U2 receive Kennedy Center Honors; A slap, a maverick and some ABBAtars: the 2022 showbiz stories

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George Clooney, Amy Grant, Gladys Knight, U2 receive Kennedy Center Honors

Actor George Clooney, singer-songwriter Amy Grant, singer Gladys Knight, composer Tania León and rock group U2 were celebrated on Sunday for their contributions to the arts at a White House reception and a music-filled Kennedy Center Honors show. The Kennedy Center event, now in its 45th year, recognizes stars from music, stage and screen for their contributions to American culture.

A slap, a maverick and some ABBAtars: the 2022 showbiz stories

From a shocking Oscars slap to a virtual ABBA taking to the stage, this year has seen a range of entertainment stories dominate headlines. Below are some of the biggest.

(With inputs from agencies.)