Bon Jovi reigns with 2013's top-grossing tour worldwide

Bon Jovi not only has the year's top tour, but the rock band has achieved a career high.

The New Jersey-based act's worldwide tour grossed $259.5 million US this year, topping Pollstar's annual top 20 list and setting a record for the band itself.

Beyoncé is second with $188.6 million US. She ended her tour last week in Brooklyn, New York.

Pink, Justin Bieber, and Bruce Springsteen round out the top five.

The global concert business scored a record year with the top 20 tours, earning $2.43 billion US in primary ticket sales. It generated $1.96 billion US last year.

The top 20 list also included Taylor Swift, Elton John, Rihanna, Depeche Mode and One Direction.

The Rolling Stones' comeback tour ranked twelfth, a notch under Paul McCartney.

Pollstar Top 20 worldwide tours of 2013

1. Bon Jovi
2. Beyoncé
3. Pink
4. Justin Bieber
5. Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band
6. Rihanna
7. Cirque du Soleil's Michael Jackson: The Immortal
8. Taylor Swift
9. Depeche Mode
10. One Direction
11. Paul McCartney
12. The Rolling Stones
13. Muse
14. Fleetwood Mac
15. Kenny Chesney
16. Roger Waters
17. Bruno Mars
18. Jay Z and Justin Timberlake
19. Elton John
20. Cirque du Soleil's Corteo

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Actor James Avery, Uncle Phil on Fresh Prince, dies at 68

James Avery, the bulky character actor who laid down the law at home and on the job as the Honourable Philip Banks in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, has died.

Avery's publicist, Cynthia Snyder, told The Associated Press that Avery died Tuesday in Glendale, California, following complications from open heart surgery. He was 68, Snyder said.

Avery, who stood more than 6 feet tall, played the family patriarch and a wealthy attorney and judge on the popular TV comedy that launched the acting career of Will Smith as Banks' troublemaking nephew.

The sitcom, which aired on NBC from 1990 to 1996, was set in the Banks' mansion, to which Smith's character was sent from Philadelphia when things got tough in his own neighborhood. Fans came to know the imposing Banks as "Uncle Phil."

Avery liked to say that the way to be an actor was to act, and he had a busy and diverse career before, during and after Fresh Prince. His TV credits included Grey's Anatomy, NYPD Blue and Dallas, and among his many films were Fletch, Nightflyers and 8 Million Ways to Die. His voice alone brought him many jobs, notably as Shredder in the animated TV series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

According to Snyder, he will be seen in the film Wish I Was Here, directed by Zach Braff and scheduled to premiere later this month at the Sundance festival.

Avery grew up in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and served in the Navy in Vietnam in the late 1960s. After returning to the states, he settled in California and studied drama and literature at the University of California at San Diego.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara, and stepson, Kevin Waters.

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Sarah Polley, Blue Rodeo founders join Order of Canada

Actor and filmmaker Sarah Polley, Blue Rodeo's Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor, and retired Supreme Court of Canada justice Marie Deschamps are among the latest Canadians named to the Order of Canada.

Gov. Gen. David Johnston unveiled on Monday the 90 new appointments to one of Canada's highest civilian honours.

The Order recognizes outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation.

During the past 45 years, more than 6,000 people from different sectors have been honoured for their contributions to Canadian society.

Montrealer Deschamps, who retired from the Supreme Court in 2012, is among the four new companions, the Order's highest level. She is joined by:

• Donald Mazankowski (Sherwood Park, Alta.), former Conservative cabinet minister under former prime ministers Joe Clark and Brian Mulroney.
• Margaret McCain, New Brunswick's first female lieutenant-governor and philanthropist, now based in Toronto.
• Contemporary composer, music educator and environmentalist R. Murray Schafer (Indian River, Ont.).

Blue Rodeo's Jim Cuddy, left, and Greg Keelor were named officers of the Order of Canada 'for their contributions to Canadian music and their support of various charitable causes.'

Arts figures, philanthropists, activists, scholars and scientists abound in the list.

Veteran Toronto rockers Cuddy and Keelor, and former child star Polley (also of Toronto) are among those named new officers of the Order. Others include:

• Author and visual artist Douglas Coupland (Vancouver).
• Stage and screen actor Colm Feore (Stratford, Ont.).
• Daniel Ish (Saskatoon), former chief adjudicator of the Indian Residential Schools Adjudication Secretariat.
• Journalist and broadcaster Steve Paikin (Toronto).
• Designers Glenn Pushelberg and George Yabu (Toronto).
• Stem cell scientist Michael Rudnicki (Ottawa).
• Environmental engineer Daniel Walter Smith (Edmonton).

Fashion broadcaster Jeanne Beker (Toronto), bestselling crime writer Louise Penny (Sutton, Que.), and Sobeys Inc. founder and arts philanthropist Donald Sobey are three of the newest Order of Canada members. Others include:

• Family physician Dr. Ewan Affleck, a northern communities medical outreach specialist based in Yellowknife.
• Montreal composer and conductor Walter Boudreau.
• Choreographer, dancer and director Denise Clarke (Calgary).
• Construction executive and entrepreneurial champion Marc Dutil (Saint-Georges-de-Beauce, Que.).
• Jazz musician and composer Phil Dwyer (Qualicum Beach, B.C.).
• Community medical specialist and HIV researcher Catherine Hankins (Sutton, Que., and Amsterdam).
• Retired Banff Centre CEO Mary Hofstetter (Stratford, Ont., and Banff, Alta.).
• Inuit artist Elisapee Ishulutaq (Pangnirtung, Nunavut).
• Vancouver philanthropist Djavad Mowafaghian.
• Actor, director and Soulpepper Theatre Company director Albert Schultz (Toronto).
• Cancer research scientist Ian Tannock (Toronto).
• Sports journalist Marie-José Turcotte (Montreal).

These latest honourees will be presented with their insignias and officially invested into the Order of Canada at a later date, most likely during one of several investiture ceremonies held each year at Rideau Hall.

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Order of Canada facts:

• The Order of Canada insignia is a stylized snowflake with six points. A red circle at the centre contains a maple leaf and the Order motto: Desiderantes meliorem patriam  (They desire a better country). The circle is topped by St. Edward's crown.
• The Order has 3 levels. Companion status (C.C.) reflects recognizes national pre-eminence or international service or achievement. Officer status (O.C.) recognizes national service or achievement. Member status (C.M.) recognizes outstanding contributions at the local or regional level or in a special field of activity.
• Officers and members can be elevated within the Order in recognition of further achievement.
• All living Canadians are eligible, except federal and provincial politicians and judges while still in office.
• Non-Canadians can be considered for honorary appointments.
• Any person or group can nominate an individual for the Order.
• The Advisory Council for the Order of Canada, a diverse group chaired by the chief justice of the Supreme Court, selects recipients twice a year.

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U2, Adele, Stevie Wonder: anticipated albums of 2014

Video

CBC News Posted: Jan 01, 2014 12:03 PM ET Last Updated: Jan 01, 2014 12:10 PM ET

It's time to put blurred lines and wrecking balls behind us and look towards the fresh promise of 2014's musical landscape.

There's already a superb slate of new albums on the horizon, with favourite artists including U2, Ed Sheeran, Adele, Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen and Lily Allen all expected to launch their latest in 2014.

Watch the attached video for Laura Thompson's preview and check out what might just become the must-have music on your 2014 playlist.

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Sarah Polley, Blue Rodeo founders join Order of Canada

Actor and filmmaker Sarah Polley, Blue Rodeo's Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor, and retired Supreme Court of Canada justice Marie Deschamps are among the latest Canadians named to the Order of Canada.

Gov. Gen. David Johnston unveiled on Monday the 90 new appointments to one of Canada's highest civilian honours.

The Order recognizes outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation.

During the past 45 years, more than 6,000 people from different sectors have been honoured for their contributions to Canadian society.

Montrealer Deschamps, who retired from the Supreme Court in 2012, is among the four new companions, the Order's highest level. She is joined by:

• Donald Mazankowski (Sherwood Park, Alta.), former Conservative cabinet minister under former prime ministers Joe Clark and Brian Mulroney.
• Margaret McCain, New Brunswick's first female lieutenant-governor and philanthropist, now based in Toronto.
• Contemporary composer, music educator and environmentalist R. Murray Schafer (Indian River, Ont.).

Blue Rodeo's Jim Cuddy, left, and Greg Keelor were named officers of the Order of Canada 'for their contributions to Canadian music and their support of various charitable causes.'

Arts figures, philanthropists, activists, scholars and scientists abound in the list.

Veteran Toronto rockers Cuddy and Keelor, and former child star Polley (also of Toronto) are among those named new officers of the Order. Others include:

• Author and visual artist Douglas Coupland (Vancouver).
• Stage and screen actor Colm Feore (Stratford, Ont.).
• Daniel Ish (Saskatoon), former chief adjudicator of the Indian Residential Schools Adjudication Secretariat.
• Journalist and broadcaster Steve Paikin (Toronto).
• Designers Glenn Pushelberg and George Yabu (Toronto).
• Stem cell scientist Michael Rudnicki (Ottawa).
• Environmental engineer Daniel Walter Smith (Edmonton).

Fashion broadcaster Jeanne Beker (Toronto), bestselling crime writer Louise Penny (Sutton, Que.), and Sobeys Inc. founder and arts philanthropist Donald Sobey are three of the newest Order of Canada members. Others include:

• Family physician Dr. Ewan Affleck, a northern communities medical outreach specialist based in Yellowknife.
• Montreal composer and conductor Walter Boudreau.
• Choreographer, dancer and director Denise Clarke (Calgary).
• Construction executive and entrepreneurial champion Marc Dutil (Saint-Georges-de-Beauce, Que.).
• Jazz musician and composer Phil Dwyer (Qualicum Beach, B.C.).
• Community medical specialist and HIV researcher Catherine Hankins (Sutton, Que., and Amsterdam).
• Retired Banff Centre CEO Mary Hofstetter (Stratford, Ont., and Banff, Alta.).
• Inuit artist Elisapee Ishulutaq (Pangnirtung, Nunavut).
• Vancouver philanthropist Djavad Mowafaghian.
• Actor, director and Soulpepper Theatre Company director Albert Schultz (Toronto).
• Cancer research scientist Ian Tannock (Toronto).
• Sports journalist Marie-José Turcotte (Montreal).

These latest honourees will be presented with their insignias and officially invested into the Order of Canada at a later date, most likely during one of several investiture ceremonies held each year at Rideau Hall.

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Order of Canada facts:

• The Order of Canada insignia is a stylized snowflake with six points. A red circle at the centre contains a maple leaf and the Order motto: Desiderantes meliorem patriam  (They desire a better country). The circle is topped by St. Edward's crown.
• The Order has 3 levels. Companion status (C.C.) reflects recognizes national pre-eminence or international service or achievement. Officer status (O.C.) recognizes national service or achievement. Member status (C.M.) recognizes outstanding contributions at the local or regional level or in a special field of activity.
• Officers and members can be elevated within the Order in recognition of further achievement.
• All living Canadians are eligible, except federal and provincial politicians and judges while still in office.
• Non-Canadians can be considered for honorary appointments.
• Any person or group can nominate an individual for the Order.
• The Advisory Council for the Order of Canada, a diverse group chaired by the chief justice of the Supreme Court, selects recipients twice a year.

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Top songs of 2013 by Arcade Fire, Jay Z, Tegan and Sara

MUSIC

Tom Power's picks: Drake, Arcade Fire and Half Moon Run

MOVIES

FILM REVIEW: The Wolf of Wall Street

YEAR IN REVIEW

Alice Munro, Miley Cyrus and Breaking Bad: A&E year in review

FILM REVIEW

American Hustle filled with outrageous, spot-on performances

QUIZ

10 questions on the biggest arts stories of 2013

CBC BOOKS

10 Best Canadian books of 2013

Video

Will Ferrell on Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues

5:17

YouTube's top video of 2013 is What Does the Fox Say?

FILM

FILM REVIEW: The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug

LIFE AFTER DEATH

Family Guy's Brian Griffin and other revived fan favourites

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The pull of choir: Choral singing in Canada

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Smithsonian adds video games Flower, Halo 2600 to collection

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New music sets: Bob Dylan, Great Big Sea, Fleetwood Mac and more

Retiring?

Justin Bieber 'retiring': Prank brings forth tears of joy, grief

HOLIDAY MUSIC

Jingle Bell Rocks digs into underground Christmas music

Retro Ralphie

How 'A Christmas Story' became a cult film classic

How your province/territory stacks up in Lego

FILM

The fantastical world of Hayao Miyazaki

Rare Beatles tracks briefly on sale to extend copyright

Video

The Nutcracker's young stars brave the spotlight

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Evangeline Lilly, The Hobbit's newest elven warrior

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Justin Bieber's entourage accused of assaulting limo driver

Investigators believe Justin Bieber was in the limo at the time of the alleged attack. (Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

There are allegations a member of Justin Bieber's entourage assaulted a limo driver who was driving the pop star and several others around Toronto.

Police say it's unclear whether Bieber himself is accused in the attack or simply one of his companions.

Const. Victor Kwong says officers were called either late last night or early today, but little else is known about the incident.

Bieber, 19, was seen at the Air Canada Centre during last night's hockey game, but investigators believe he was in the limo at the time of the alleged attack.

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Bon Jovi reigns with 2013's top-grossing tour worldwide

Bon Jovi not only has the year's top tour, but the rock band has achieved a career high.

The New Jersey-based act's worldwide tour grossed $259.5 million US this year, topping Pollstar's annual top 20 list and setting a record for the band itself.

Beyoncé is second with $188.6 million US. She ended her tour last week in Brooklyn, New York.

Pink, Justin Bieber, and Bruce Springsteen round out the top five.

The global concert business scored a record year with the top 20 tours, earning $2.43 billion US in primary ticket sales. It generated $1.96 billion US last year.

The top 20 list also included Taylor Swift, Elton John, Rihanna, Depeche Mode and One Direction.

The Rolling Stones' comeback tour ranked twelfth, a notch under Paul McCartney.

Pollstar Top 20 worldwide tours of 2013

1. Bon Jovi
2. Beyoncé
3. Pink
4. Justin Bieber
5. Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band
6. Rihanna
7. Cirque du Soleil's Michael Jackson: The Immortal
8. Taylor Swift
9. Depeche Mode
10. One Direction
11. Paul McCartney
12. The Rolling Stones
13. Muse
14. Fleetwood Mac
15. Kenny Chesney
16. Roger Waters
17. Bruno Mars
18. Jay Z and Justin Timberlake
19. Elton John
20. Cirque du Soleil's Corteo

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Sarah Polley, Blue Rodeo founders join Order of Canada

Actor and filmmaker Sarah Polley, Blue Rodeo's Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor, and retired Supreme Court of Canada justice Marie Deschamps are among the latest Canadians named to the Order of Canada.

Gov. Gen. David Johnston unveiled on Monday the 90 new appointments to one of Canada's highest civilian honours.

The Order recognizes outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation.

During the past 45 years, more than 6,000 people from different sectors have been honoured for their contributions to Canadian society.

Montrealer Deschamps, who retired from the Supreme Court in 2012, is among the four new companions, the Order's highest level. She is joined by:

• Donald Mazankowski (Sherwood Park, Alta.), former Conservative cabinet minister under former prime ministers Joe Clark and Brian Mulroney.
• Margaret McCain, New Brunswick's first female lieutenant-governor and philanthropist, now based in Toronto.
• Contemporary composer, music educator and environmentalist R. Murray Schafer (Indian River, Ont.).

Blue Rodeo's Jim Cuddy, left, and Greg Keelor were named officers of the Order of Canada 'for their contributions to Canadian music and their support of various charitable causes.'

Arts figures, philanthropists, activists, scholars and scientists abound in the list.

Veteran Toronto rockers Cuddy and Keelor, and former child star Polley (also of Toronto) are among those named new officers of the Order. Others include:

• Author and visual artist Douglas Coupland (Vancouver).
• Stage and screen actor Colm Feore (Stratford, Ont.).
• Daniel Ish (Saskatoon), former chief adjudicator of the Indian Residential Schools Adjudication Secretariat.
• Journalist and broadcaster Steve Paikin (Toronto).
• Designers Glenn Pushelberg and George Yabu (Toronto).
• Stem cell scientist Michael Rudnicki (Ottawa).
• Environmental engineer Daniel Walter Smith (Edmonton).

Fashion broadcaster Jeanne Beker (Toronto), bestselling crime writer Louise Penny (Sutton, Que.), and Sobeys Inc. founder and arts philanthropist Donald Sobey are three of the newest Order of Canada members. Others include:

• Family physician Dr. Ewan Affleck, a northern communities medical outreach specialist based in Yellowknife.
• Montreal composer and conductor Walter Boudreau.
• Choreographer, dancer and director Denise Clarke (Calgary).
• Construction executive and entrepreneurial champion Marc Dutil (Saint-Georges-de-Beauce, Que.).
• Jazz musician and composer Phil Dwyer (Qualicum Beach, B.C.).
• Community medical specialist and HIV researcher Catherine Hankins (Sutton, Que., and Amsterdam).
• Retired Banff Centre CEO Mary Hofstetter (Stratford, Ont., and Banff, Alta.).
• Inuit artist Elisapee Ishulutaq (Pangnirtung, Nunavut).
• Vancouver philanthropist Djavad Mowafaghian.
• Actor, director and Soulpepper Theatre Company director Albert Schultz (Toronto).
• Cancer research scientist Ian Tannock (Toronto).
• Sports journalist Marie-José Turcotte (Montreal).

These latest honourees will be presented with their insignias and officially invested into the Order of Canada at a later date, most likely during one of several investiture ceremonies held each year at Rideau Hall.

---

Order of Canada facts:

• The Order of Canada insignia is a stylized snowflake with six points. A red circle at the centre contains a maple leaf and the Order motto: Desiderantes meliorem patriam  (They desire a better country). The circle is topped by St. Edward's crown.
• The Order has 3 levels. Companion status (C.C.) reflects recognizes national pre-eminence or international service or achievement. Officer status (O.C.) recognizes national service or achievement. Member status (C.M.) recognizes outstanding contributions at the local or regional level or in a special field of activity.
• Officers and members can be elevated within the Order in recognition of further achievement.
• All living Canadians are eligible, except federal and provincial politicians and judges while still in office.
• Non-Canadians can be considered for honorary appointments.
• Any person or group can nominate an individual for the Order.
• The Advisory Council for the Order of Canada, a diverse group chaired by the chief justice of the Supreme Court, selects recipients twice a year.

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Catherine Bégin, Quebec actress, dead at 74

Her most recent role was in Xavier Dolan's Laurence Anyways

The Canadian Press Posted: Dec 30, 2013 5:18 PM ET Last Updated: Dec 30, 2013 5:18 PM ET

Quebec actress and comedian Catherine Bégin died Sunday night following a short illness. She was 74.

The news was confirmed by her agent, Ginette Achim, who said the theatre world had experienced a major loss with Bégin's passing.

Achim said Bégin was an exceptional and exquisite woman, adding that the actress gave back to younger generations by teaching them stage arts.

Known for her dramatic roles, Bégin played roles in a number of Quebec-made theatre, television and cinematic productions.

In recent years, she appeared in Xavier Dolan's Laurence Anyways (2012), Martyrs (2008), La secret de ma mère (2006) and Stardom (2000).

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