TXT's European Tour & Notable Entertainment Headlines

This brief covers current entertainment news including TXT's inaugural European tour following a break, Gerard Depardieu's court admission in a sexual assault case, and Conan O'Brien's acceptance of the Mark Twain Prize, which included remarks critical of former President Trump and his allies' influence on the Kennedy Center.

K-pop sensation Tomorrow X Together, or TXT, is poised to make its European tour debut. The popular South Korean boy band, managed by Big Hit Music, is set to reconnect with fans after a two-month hiatus intended for rest and family time. The break followed group leader Soobin's announcement of taking time off due to health issues.

In a recent court appearance, French actor Gerard Depardieu admitted to grabbing a woman by the hips but denied allegations of sexual assault, attributing his behavior to a bad mood. Accuser Amelie K, a set decorator, testified that Depardieu groped her and trapped her on a film set in 2021, adding gravity to the proceedings.

Comedian Conan O'Brien received the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center. During the event, O'Brien and fellow comedians took the opportunity to critique the influence of former President Donald Trump and his affiliates on the arts, underlining shifts within the celebrated cultural institution.

(With inputs from agencies.)