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Billy Bush to leave ‘Today’ over Trump tape scandal

NEW YORK

Billy Bush will not be returning to the “Today” show.

Bush, 44, who was suspended indefinitely Sunday after he was heard in a leaked 2005 video engaging in lewd, sexist conversation with Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, is in negotiations to exit NBC News, according to people familiar with the discussions.

An NBC News representative declined to comment.

In the tape, made while Bush was co-host of NBC’s syndicated news magazine “Access Hollywood,” Trump obscenely boasts about his ability to grope women with impunity because he is a celebrity. Bush is heard chuckling and encouraging Trump even as the reality show star crudely talked about how he tried to have sex with then “Access” co-host Nancy O’Dell.

Rod Stewart becomes Sir Rod at palace

LONDON

Sir Rod, you wear it well.

Rocker Rod Stewart donned tartan trousers – a nod to his Scottish heritage – and a scarlet-trimmed military-style tunic to be knighted by Prince William at Buckingham Palace.

The raspy-voiced singer of “Maggie May,” “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy” and “You Wear It Well” was honored “for services to music and charity.”

The 71-year-old star will be able to call himself Sir Roderick David Stewart.

He was joined by wife Penny Lancaster and sons Alastair and Aiden for Tuesday’s ceremony.

Bieber, Spears to perform at Jingle Ball

NEW YORK

Justin Bieber, Bruno Mars and Britney Spears are some of the acts set to perform during the 12-date “Jingle Ball “ tour this holiday season.

IHeartMedia announced Tuesday that the tour will kick off Nov. 29 in Dallas and wrap Dec. 18 in Miami.

The lineup, which varies by city, includes Ariana Grande, Fifth Harmony, Meghan Trainor, Backstreet Boys, The Chainsmokers, Shawn Mendes, One Direction’s Niall Horan and others.

Tickets go on sale Oct. 17.

Wire reports