Bohemian Rhapsody
Freddie Mercury's memorabilia sells at lucrative auction
Freddie Mercury 's prized piano that he used to compose "Bohemian Rhapsody" and other hits by Queen sold for more than $2 million on Sept. 6 as some of the late singer's massive collection of flamboyant stage costumes, fine art and original lyrics were auctioned in a sale that broke records.
Freddie Mercury's private collection goes on show in UK
From fanciful costumes and working drafts of "Bohemian Rhapsody" to ashtrays and art, hundreds of items Freddie Mercury owned go on show in Britain on Friday before being sold next month.
Freddie Mercury’s draft lyrics unveiled
A trove of Freddie Mercury's previously unseen handwritten draft lyrics for some of Queen's biggest hits goes on show Thursday in New York, ahead of their sale in London later this year.
The manuscripts include working drafts for "Bohemian Rhapsody," which Mercury initially planned to call "Mongolian Rhapsody," "Don't Stop Me Now" and "Somebody to Love."
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Queen’s music catalog could sell for over $1 billion
The songs of Queen are known the world over, and the band's body of work might soon sell for a staggering sum.
The band is reportedly in the early stages, which could include everything from their 1973 self-titled debut through their 1995 album, "Made in Heaven," Queen's15th and final album following the death of Freddie Mercury in 1991.
Rock group Queen open London store
British rock legends Queen opened a pop-up store on London's historic Carnaby Street this week to mark five decades of performances, despite the death of lead singer Freddie Mercury in 1991.
"Queen The Greatest" opened its doors yesterday to take visitors back to the early days of the band, which was formed in 1971.
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The life of Whitney Houston to be made into feature film
The Oscar-nominated screenwriter behind "Bohemian Rhapsody" and "The Two Popes" has been lined up to write and co-produce a new feature film on the life of Whitney Houston, U.S. media reported April 22.
Queen's Guitarist Wants a Second Live Aid
Queen's guitarist Brian May is hoping for a big concert similar to Live Aid in 1985, but this time dedicated to fighting climate change. The rock band was part of the music show featuring U2, Phil Collins, Madonna, Elton John, David Bowie, Mick Jagger and many other popular musicians. The concert was broadcasted in over 150 countries and watched by nearly 1.5 billion viewers.
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Lanthimos' 'The Favourite' wins one Academy Award
Yorgos Lanthimos' period drama "The Favourite" won one Academy Award Sunday.
The award went to Olivia Colman for Best Actress.
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Bohemian Rhaspody wins Golden Globe in major surprise
Queen biopic "Bohemian Rhaspody" pulled a major upset at the 76th Golden Globe Awards, which were handed out Sunday in Beverly Hills, taking home two top prizes -- best drama film and best actor for Rami Malek, who played the band's frontman Freddie Mercury.
The Movie About "Queen" We've Been Waiting For So Long
"Bohemian Rhapsody" for the exciting story of the band.
The premiere of one of the most anticipated films of the fall is coming. Bohemian Rhapsody has been holding the fans of the great Queen and Freddy Mercury for months. Is the movie really good? Judging from the trailer, the director totally nailed it.