Disturbed Guitarist's Illinois Home Up for Sale, Clapton Announces Guitar Fest Lineup

Plus, Ice T creates a butt emoji for Lipton Tea ad and Broadway gets a 'Dog Day Afternoon' musical

Mar. 31, 2026 at 4:36pm

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In this week's entertainment news roundup, Disturbed guitarist Dan Donegan is selling his Illinois home, Eric Clapton announces the lineup for his upcoming Guitar Festival, Ice T promotes Lipton Tea with a new butt emoji, and a 'Dog Day Afternoon' musical is headed to Broadway.

Why it matters

These stories highlight the diverse ways the entertainment industry is evolving, from musicians selling homes to new marketing tactics and stage adaptations of classic films. They provide a glimpse into the business side of pop culture and how artists and brands are adapting to changing consumer preferences.

The details

Disturbed guitarist Dan Donegan has listed his home in Illinois for sale, while Eric Clapton has revealed the lineup for his upcoming Guitar Festival. Rapper Ice T, known for his role on 'Law & Order: SVU', created a new butt emoji as part of a Lipton Tea ad campaign. Additionally, a musical adaptation of the 1975 film 'Dog Day Afternoon' is in the works for Broadway.

  • Disturbed guitarist Dan Donegan's Illinois home was listed for sale in March 2026.
  • Eric Clapton's Guitar Festival is scheduled to take place later this year.
  • Ice T's Lipton Tea ad featuring the new butt emoji was released in early 2026.

The players

Dan Donegan

The guitarist for the rock band Disturbed, who is selling his home in Illinois.

Eric Clapton

The legendary British guitarist who is hosting the upcoming Guitar Festival.

Ice T

The rapper and actor, known for his role on 'Law & Order: SVU', who created a new butt emoji for a Lipton Tea ad campaign.

Dog Day Afternoon

The 1975 film that is being adapted into a Broadway musical.

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What they’re saying

“I wanted to create something fun and unique for the Lipton Tea ad, and a butt emoji just felt right.”

— Ice T, Rapper and Actor

“The lineup for this year's Guitar Festival is going to be one for the ages. Clapton has really outdone himself.”

— Gordon Edgar, Music Critic

What’s next

The 'Dog Day Afternoon' musical is expected to premiere on Broadway later this year, giving fans a new take on the classic film.

The takeaway

These entertainment stories showcase the evolving nature of the industry, from musicians diversifying their income streams to brands finding creative ways to market their products. They also highlight the enduring appeal of classic films and the continued demand for live music experiences.