#MAGFAB: Lucy Liu Covers VOGUE Singapore Magazine
She describes the painful feeling of being told again and again that there was nothing out there for her. “I struggled against so many different forces, both the lack of belief from my family and the lack of opportunity in the industry. There was so much pressure from every side that it almost created this sort of rocket,” she explains, steepling her hands together. “Ultimately, I think that was what pushed me to succeed.”
“Acting felt like a real job for me, even when I had nothing going on,” she reminisces. “Regardless of how many rejections I got, I had this fuel to keep going, look in different directions and push forward step by step. Somewhere inside, I knew that there was something more than what was being offered to me.”
She describes the painful feeling of being told again and again that there was nothing out there for her. “I struggled against so many different forces, both the lack of belief from my family and the lack of opportunity in the industry. There was so much pressure from every side that it almost created this sort of rocket,” she explains, steepling her hands together. “Ultimately, I think that was what pushed me to succeed.”
On Newsstands and digital now.
#RHOA: Kenya Moore Pens Children's Book with Daughter Brooklyn, 6, Brooklyn Bound: Paris!
Kenya Moore can add "best-selling children's book author" to her long list of accomplishments.
On Sunday, Nov. 3, the actress, producer, director, singer and reality star released Brooklyn Bound: Paris — her first-ever children's book. And the fans responded, buying out the title's entire first printing on Amazon within two hours.
It's an exciting milestone, but especially special for Moore, who wrote the book with her 6-year-old daughter, Brooklyn Daly, whom she shares with ex-husband Marc Daly.
"I'm so proud of Brooklyn," Moore, 53, says. "Part of being a mother is you always want to give your child opportunities that you never had. And for her to have this accomplishment as part of her legacy already, it's just a reminder that there are so many things in the future coming her way that are beyond what we can even imagine."
The book, which Moore imagines will be the first in a series, follows 4-year-old Brooklyn as she takes readers through her favorite spots in Paris during a trip to the City of Lights for her birthday. That's something Moore has been doing with Brooklyn regularly since her daughter's first birthday celebrations.
"I've always wanted Brooklyn to be exposed to different parts of the globe because I want her to be a global citizen," Moore says. "I don't want her to be close-minded. I want her to know the world is bigger than her backyard; bigger than our life in Atlanta."
"There are so many things we can see and learn and appreciate and grow from when we experience other cultures," Moore continues. "That's part of the reason why I have her in an international school, too. And why every night, I cook her cuisine from a different place in the world. I never grew up like that, but I want to do better for my daughter."
Brooklyn, Moore says, has "really embraced" the adventures, and Moore can already see the impact it has had on shaping her personality. "She's a very curious, very respectful little girl," Moore says. "She's not afraid to try new things, and you can see when she learns something, she really internalizes and appreciates other people's differences."
"The other day, she came home from school having celebrated Diwali there," Moore explains. "She was in the traditional garb, and was telling me about the bindi on her forehead. And I just felt so happy of her because she's being exposed to so many different cultures and she's really absorbing it all."
Moore witnessed that firsthand during a trip the mother-daughter duo took last month to Kenya. "In Africa, we visited the Maasai tribe," she recalls. "And we went to their village, went into their homes, and Brooklyn got to see what their lives are like. Where they sleep, where they eat; what they have and don't have... even how they prepare food. They taught us how to make fire, how their kitchen is set up. And it was all so fascinating to her."
Kenya will likely be the next location in the Brooklyn Bound series, Moore tells PEOPLE. "It's fresh in our minds, so I want to get started on that next," she says. "But I think we'll do Dubai after that. There's so much to explore, the possibilities really are endless."
The idea for the book actually came to Moore from Brooklyn herself.
"She's just starting to read real words now on her own, but Brooklyn has always loved books," Moore gushes. "I read to her every night and one day, she brought me this paper book she wrote with the help of one of our caregivers. It was about her and Bluey going on this adventure together, and she had drawn these pictures and stabled construction paper together so it pages like a real book. And I was so impressed because some of it actually rhymed. So I thought, 'Maybe we should write a book together?' "
Centering it around their adventures abroad was a no-brainer. Moore did all the illustrations herself but insists the writing process was collaborative. "We sat down at first and Brooklyn told me all the things she loved about Paris. And then when I was writing, I'd say, 'What rhymes with this paste?' And she's said, 'Waste! Taste! Haste!' So that's how we did it."
Narrated from Brooklyns' point of view, Brooklyn Bound: Paris sees the little girl visit everything from the iconic Eiffel Tower and the grand Arc de Triomphe to the Tuileries Garden and the Louvre. There are activities along the way, including a French cooking class. And even surprises, like a magical experience at Disneyland Paris.
"It's really born out of Brooklyn's experiences," Moore says. "And is not just about capturing the spirit of travel, but also about showing off that close bond that develops between mothers and daughters during getaways like this."
Moore hopes the series goes beyond print, perhaps into an animated show. "I haven't really seen an animated series following a Black girl around her age with a single mom," Moore notes. "So this gives me hope that maybe there's an opportunity there, especially with the travel element."
But until then, Moore is just hopeful other kids are inspired by the book.
"Reading opens your world up to everything," Moore says. "There's a world of adventure out there in the pages of books. And I hope that other kids, who may not be able to go to Paris or Kenya or wherever we end up, can really feel like they're there with Brooklyn, can learn from her, and can aspire to go there one day."
"Brooklyn has always been this beacon of hope in my life, ever since I had her, " Moore adds. "And I just know she'll be that to others after they read this, too."
On Sunday, Nov. 3, the actress, producer, director, singer and reality star released Brooklyn Bound: Paris — her first-ever children's book. And the fans responded, buying out the title's entire first printing on Amazon within two hours.
It's an exciting milestone, but especially special for Moore, who wrote the book with her 6-year-old daughter, Brooklyn Daly, whom she shares with ex-husband Marc Daly.
"I'm so proud of Brooklyn," Moore, 53, says. "Part of being a mother is you always want to give your child opportunities that you never had. And for her to have this accomplishment as part of her legacy already, it's just a reminder that there are so many things in the future coming her way that are beyond what we can even imagine."
The book, which Moore imagines will be the first in a series, follows 4-year-old Brooklyn as she takes readers through her favorite spots in Paris during a trip to the City of Lights for her birthday. That's something Moore has been doing with Brooklyn regularly since her daughter's first birthday celebrations.
"I've always wanted Brooklyn to be exposed to different parts of the globe because I want her to be a global citizen," Moore says. "I don't want her to be close-minded. I want her to know the world is bigger than her backyard; bigger than our life in Atlanta."
"There are so many things we can see and learn and appreciate and grow from when we experience other cultures," Moore continues. "That's part of the reason why I have her in an international school, too. And why every night, I cook her cuisine from a different place in the world. I never grew up like that, but I want to do better for my daughter."
Brooklyn, Moore says, has "really embraced" the adventures, and Moore can already see the impact it has had on shaping her personality. "She's a very curious, very respectful little girl," Moore says. "She's not afraid to try new things, and you can see when she learns something, she really internalizes and appreciates other people's differences."
"The other day, she came home from school having celebrated Diwali there," Moore explains. "She was in the traditional garb, and was telling me about the bindi on her forehead. And I just felt so happy of her because she's being exposed to so many different cultures and she's really absorbing it all."
Moore witnessed that firsthand during a trip the mother-daughter duo took last month to Kenya. "In Africa, we visited the Maasai tribe," she recalls. "And we went to their village, went into their homes, and Brooklyn got to see what their lives are like. Where they sleep, where they eat; what they have and don't have... even how they prepare food. They taught us how to make fire, how their kitchen is set up. And it was all so fascinating to her."
Kenya will likely be the next location in the Brooklyn Bound series, Moore tells PEOPLE. "It's fresh in our minds, so I want to get started on that next," she says. "But I think we'll do Dubai after that. There's so much to explore, the possibilities really are endless."
The idea for the book actually came to Moore from Brooklyn herself.
"She's just starting to read real words now on her own, but Brooklyn has always loved books," Moore gushes. "I read to her every night and one day, she brought me this paper book she wrote with the help of one of our caregivers. It was about her and Bluey going on this adventure together, and she had drawn these pictures and stabled construction paper together so it pages like a real book. And I was so impressed because some of it actually rhymed. So I thought, 'Maybe we should write a book together?' "
Centering it around their adventures abroad was a no-brainer. Moore did all the illustrations herself but insists the writing process was collaborative. "We sat down at first and Brooklyn told me all the things she loved about Paris. And then when I was writing, I'd say, 'What rhymes with this paste?' And she's said, 'Waste! Taste! Haste!' So that's how we did it."
Narrated from Brooklyns' point of view, Brooklyn Bound: Paris sees the little girl visit everything from the iconic Eiffel Tower and the grand Arc de Triomphe to the Tuileries Garden and the Louvre. There are activities along the way, including a French cooking class. And even surprises, like a magical experience at Disneyland Paris.
"It's really born out of Brooklyn's experiences," Moore says. "And is not just about capturing the spirit of travel, but also about showing off that close bond that develops between mothers and daughters during getaways like this."
Moore hopes the series goes beyond print, perhaps into an animated show. "I haven't really seen an animated series following a Black girl around her age with a single mom," Moore notes. "So this gives me hope that maybe there's an opportunity there, especially with the travel element."
But until then, Moore is just hopeful other kids are inspired by the book.
"Reading opens your world up to everything," Moore says. "There's a world of adventure out there in the pages of books. And I hope that other kids, who may not be able to go to Paris or Kenya or wherever we end up, can really feel like they're there with Brooklyn, can learn from her, and can aspire to go there one day."
"Brooklyn has always been this beacon of hope in my life, ever since I had her, " Moore adds. "And I just know she'll be that to others after they read this, too."
#MusicNews: Joe, Eric Benét, and Musiq Soulchild Announces Dates for The ‘R&B Invitation Tour’
*R&B crooners Joe, Eric Benét, and Musiq Soulchild have announced dates for their co-headlining the R&B Invitation Tour, presented by North American Entertainment Group.
As Rated R&B reports, the North American leg kicks off Feb. 14, 2025, at the Altria Theater in Richmond, Virginia, and will make stops in Las Vegas, Baltimore, Dallas, St. Louis, Brooklyn, and Chicago, before wrapping up on May 10 at Bojangles Coliseum in Charlotte, North Carolina.
According to North American Entertainment Group, more dates are scheduled to be announced. See the full list of dates for the R&B Invitation Tour below.
Meanwhile, Joe released his final album, “#MyNameIsJoeThomas,” in 2016. He’s currently co-headlining a fall tour with Tamia
As for Musiq Soulchild, he most recently appeared on “Victims & Villains,” a collaborative album with super-producer Hit-Boy, per Rated R&B.
The tour announcement comes after Benét’s new single, “Something We Can Make Love To” reached No. 5 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart. The track is from Benét’s “Duets” album, released on Aug. 23 via his label, JBR Creative Group.
“If I look back on my entire career, I think my duets were some of the most powerful songs,” Benét told Rated R&B. “For the past 10 years, it’s always been in the back of my mind, like, ‘Yo, one of these days, I need to do a whole album where it’s all duets.’ This seems the perfect opportunity because I haven’t had a project out in like eight years.”
Benét added, “So if I’m going to come out after such a long time, don’t come out the same way, come out different.”
See the dates below for Joe, Eric Benét, and Musiq Soulchild’s 2025 R&B Invitation Tour:
Feb 14 – Richmond, VA @ Altria Theater
As Rated R&B reports, the North American leg kicks off Feb. 14, 2025, at the Altria Theater in Richmond, Virginia, and will make stops in Las Vegas, Baltimore, Dallas, St. Louis, Brooklyn, and Chicago, before wrapping up on May 10 at Bojangles Coliseum in Charlotte, North Carolina.
According to North American Entertainment Group, more dates are scheduled to be announced. See the full list of dates for the R&B Invitation Tour below.
Meanwhile, Joe released his final album, “#MyNameIsJoeThomas,” in 2016. He’s currently co-headlining a fall tour with Tamia
As for Musiq Soulchild, he most recently appeared on “Victims & Villains,” a collaborative album with super-producer Hit-Boy, per Rated R&B.
The tour announcement comes after Benét’s new single, “Something We Can Make Love To” reached No. 5 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart. The track is from Benét’s “Duets” album, released on Aug. 23 via his label, JBR Creative Group.
“If I look back on my entire career, I think my duets were some of the most powerful songs,” Benét told Rated R&B. “For the past 10 years, it’s always been in the back of my mind, like, ‘Yo, one of these days, I need to do a whole album where it’s all duets.’ This seems the perfect opportunity because I haven’t had a project out in like eight years.”
Benét added, “So if I’m going to come out after such a long time, don’t come out the same way, come out different.”
See the dates below for Joe, Eric Benét, and Musiq Soulchild’s 2025 R&B Invitation Tour:
Feb 14 – Richmond, VA @ Altria Theater
Feb 15 – Washington, D.C. @ DAR Constitution Hall
Mar 8 – La Vegas, NV @ The Theater at the Virgin Hotel
Mar 14 – Baltimore, MD @ The Lyric Baltimore
Mar 15 – Fayetteville, NC @ Crown Arena
Mar 28 – Austin, TX @ H-E-B Center at Cedar Park
Mar 29 – Dallas, TX @ Texas Trust CU Theatre
Apr 4 – Tanger Center @ Greensboro, NC
Apr 5 – Augusta, GA @ Bell Auditorium
Apr 11 – Cleveland, OH @ Playhouse Square
Apr 12 – St. Louis, MO @ Chaifetz Arena
Apr 18 – Buffalo, NY @ Shea’s PAC
Apr 19 – Brooklyn, NY @ Kings Theatre
Apr 25 – Louisville, KY @ KFC YUM! Center
May 2 – Chicago, IL @ Arie Crown Theatre
May 10 – Charlotte, NC @ Bojangles Coliseum
Get them tickets!
#HipHopNews: No, Young Thug Did Not Violate His Probation By Hanging Out With T.I.
Young Thug did not violate his probation by hanging out with T.I. upon his release from jail, contrary to claims made online.
After Thugger was spotted with the Grand Hustle founder earlier this week, speculation began running rampant that the rapper had violated his probation after less than a week due to Tip being a convicted felon.
As legal reporter Meghann Cuniff pointed out on X (formerly Twitter), though, the terms of Young Thug’s release do not prevent him from associating with felons, just “members or associates of a street gang.”
Thug’s probation conditions do, however, refer to avoiding “persons or places of disreputable or harmful character,” which Cuniff speculates is vague enough to be used against him.
One of Young Thug’s first public moves since being released from jail was to hook up with T.I., seemingly to bring the self-proclaimed King of the South out of retirement.
“Yeahhhhh YKWTFGO. The Kings have Reconvened #KingJeffrey #KingSr Guess I’m officially outta retirement [shrug emoji] For tonight [crying face emoji] #welcomehome,” Tip captioned an Instagram video of him and Thug in the studio, teasing a collaboration between the two.
The YSL rapper has received a warm welcome home from the Hip Hop community since taking a plea deal in his YSL RICO case, which kept him behind bars since May 2022.
Thug was sentenced to time served and 15 years of probation after pleading guilty to gang, drug and gun charges.
Before receiving his sentence, he stood up and gave a brief speech in court, telling the judge that he’s a “smart” and “good guy” who has “learned from [his] mistakes.”
Thug also asked the judge to “trust in me to do the right thing and never see you again, unless it’s at a bar in the future or something” and apologized to everybody involved in the long-running case.
Thug’s lengthy probation includes various strict conditions, including a ban on entering the Metro Atlanta area (unless for family or medical reasons), giving anti-gang and anti-violence talks in schools and performing 100 hours of community service each year.
He is also prohibited from promoting gangs in his music or on social media and contacting any of his former co-defendants with the exception of his brother Quintavious “Unfoonk” Grier and Gunna, with whom he has a contractual relationship through his YSL label.
After Thugger was spotted with the Grand Hustle founder earlier this week, speculation began running rampant that the rapper had violated his probation after less than a week due to Tip being a convicted felon.
As legal reporter Meghann Cuniff pointed out on X (formerly Twitter), though, the terms of Young Thug’s release do not prevent him from associating with felons, just “members or associates of a street gang.”
Thug’s probation conditions do, however, refer to avoiding “persons or places of disreputable or harmful character,” which Cuniff speculates is vague enough to be used against him.
One of Young Thug’s first public moves since being released from jail was to hook up with T.I., seemingly to bring the self-proclaimed King of the South out of retirement.
“Yeahhhhh YKWTFGO. The Kings have Reconvened #KingJeffrey #KingSr Guess I’m officially outta retirement [shrug emoji] For tonight [crying face emoji] #welcomehome,” Tip captioned an Instagram video of him and Thug in the studio, teasing a collaboration between the two.
The YSL rapper has received a warm welcome home from the Hip Hop community since taking a plea deal in his YSL RICO case, which kept him behind bars since May 2022.
Thug was sentenced to time served and 15 years of probation after pleading guilty to gang, drug and gun charges.
Before receiving his sentence, he stood up and gave a brief speech in court, telling the judge that he’s a “smart” and “good guy” who has “learned from [his] mistakes.”
Thug also asked the judge to “trust in me to do the right thing and never see you again, unless it’s at a bar in the future or something” and apologized to everybody involved in the long-running case.
Thug’s lengthy probation includes various strict conditions, including a ban on entering the Metro Atlanta area (unless for family or medical reasons), giving anti-gang and anti-violence talks in schools and performing 100 hours of community service each year.
He is also prohibited from promoting gangs in his music or on social media and contacting any of his former co-defendants with the exception of his brother Quintavious “Unfoonk” Grier and Gunna, with whom he has a contractual relationship through his YSL label.
Jason Lee Voted To Stockton City Council Following Landslide Victory
Jason Lee has been voted onto Stockton, Ca.’s, City Council after winning an election that was underlined with controversy and intrigue.
On Tuesday evening (Nov. 5), Lee was officially named a City Councilman once results from the election came in, with Lee winning the seat by a sizable margin over incumbent and Stockton’s Vice Mayor Kimberley Warmsley.
Lee will represent District 6, located on the south side of Stockton. On Wednesday morning (Nov. 6), the media maven took to Instagram to express his appreciation for the support he’s received during his campaign.
Jason Lee attends Paris Hilton Performs At The Hollywood Palladium In Celebration Of Her Album INFINITE ICON at Hollywood Palladium on October 24, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Rich Polk/Getty Images for 11:11 Media
“Deeply honored to have earned the support and trust of my neighbors, the voters of my hometown, and you,” the 47-year-old wrote. “Now I begin the work of creating safer and stronger communities, improving our quality of life and charting our next chapter.”
He continued, thanking the city of Stockton, adding, “Heck, forget the next chapter. We will write a whole new book!” Lee, the founder of Hollywood Unlocked, faced opposition from sitting City Council members during his race, as he was denied funding for a youth pilot program earlier this year.
Jason Lee attends the Recording Academy Honors presented by The Black Music Collective during the 65th GRAMMY Awards on February 02, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. Maury Phillips/Getty Images for The Recording Academy
He also garnered criticism for his attendance at a party held by Stockton Councilmember Michele Padilla, which was thrown using city funds, which is illegal.
Stockton, Ca., has faced various issues in recent years, as unemployment and crime have skyrocketed within the city.
Jason Lee has been voted onto Stockton, Ca.’s, City Council after winning an election that was underlined with controversy and intrigue.
On Tuesday evening (Nov. 5), Lee was officially named a City Councilman once results from the election came in, with Lee winning the seat by a sizable margin over incumbent and Stockton’s Vice Mayor Kimberley Warmsley.
Lee will represent District 6, located on the south side of Stockton. On Wednesday morning (Nov. 6), the media maven took to Instagram to express his appreciation for the support he’s received during his campaign.
Jason Lee attends Paris Hilton Performs At The Hollywood Palladium In Celebration Of Her Album INFINITE ICON at Hollywood Palladium on October 24, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Rich Polk/Getty Images for 11:11 Media
“Deeply honored to have earned the support and trust of my neighbors, the voters of my hometown, and you,” the 47-year-old wrote. “Now I begin the work of creating safer and stronger communities, improving our quality of life and charting our next chapter.”
He continued, thanking the city of Stockton, adding, “Heck, forget the next chapter. We will write a whole new book!” Lee, the founder of Hollywood Unlocked, faced opposition from sitting City Council members during his race, as he was denied funding for a youth pilot program earlier this year.
Jason Lee attends the Recording Academy Honors presented by The Black Music Collective during the 65th GRAMMY Awards on February 02, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. Maury Phillips/Getty Images for The Recording Academy
He also garnered criticism for his attendance at a party held by Stockton Councilmember Michele Padilla, which was thrown using city funds, which is illegal.
Stockton, Ca., has faced various issues in recent years, as unemployment and crime have skyrocketed within the city.
Lil Rel Howery To Direct & Star In Comedy-Horror ‘Haunted Heist’ Featuring Tiffany Haddish
Lil Rel Howery is set to direct and star in comedy-horror Haunted Heist, alongside Tiffany Haddish
The Coven, fresh off the theatrical success of Terrifier 3, has signed on to represent the feature from a script by Carl Reid, writer of Hulu horror Mr. Crocket. It will mark Howery’s directorial debut.
In Haunted Heist, “four estranged friends reunite at what appears to be a typical house. But one friend has ulterior motives; he plans to rob the place and needs their help to find an antique worth a fortune. But the house is straight up haunted, and the group must squash their differences to survive the night and an insane pack of ghosts”.
Filming is being lined up for January 2025 with The Coven launching world sales at the American Film Market this week in Las Vegas.
Howery will produce Haunted Heist with Death Ground’s Josh Feldman and Sean King O’Grady — the team behind Howery’s Hulu movie The Mill — alongside Robinwood7’s Feras Majid Shammami and Jesse Ford. Priscilla Ross Smith and Kendall Anlian are executive-producing. Feldman and O’Grady also recently produced Mr. Crocket for Hulu.
This will be The Coven’s sophomore debut as a producer after their 2023 Canadian production Shadow of God, starring Mark O’Brien (Ready or Not) and Jacqueline Byers (Prey for the Devil).
Howery is best known for his roles in Get Out, The Mill, Free Guy and Judas and the Black Messiah. He will next appear in Universal’s Dog Man and Sony’s One Of Them Days. Haddish is well known for Girls Trip, Like a Boss, The Card Counter, and Bad Boys: Ride or Die. She previously collaborated with Howery on The Carmichael Show, Uncle Drew, as well as their Best Friends Comedy Tour in 2023.
“I’m so excited to be working on this project in front and behind the camera” said Howery. “It’s going to be so much fun.”
“We are always looking for something fun and fresh. The best Saturday night movie that an audience could hope for,” said The Coven’s Priscilla Smith. “Haddish and Howery will knock this out of the park.”
Howery is repped by UTA, Fourth Wall Management and Cohen & Gardner. Haddish is repped by UTA, Brillstein Entertainment Partners and Johnson Shapiro Slewett & Cole.
The Coven, fresh off the theatrical success of Terrifier 3, has signed on to represent the feature from a script by Carl Reid, writer of Hulu horror Mr. Crocket. It will mark Howery’s directorial debut.
In Haunted Heist, “four estranged friends reunite at what appears to be a typical house. But one friend has ulterior motives; he plans to rob the place and needs their help to find an antique worth a fortune. But the house is straight up haunted, and the group must squash their differences to survive the night and an insane pack of ghosts”.
Filming is being lined up for January 2025 with The Coven launching world sales at the American Film Market this week in Las Vegas.
Howery will produce Haunted Heist with Death Ground’s Josh Feldman and Sean King O’Grady — the team behind Howery’s Hulu movie The Mill — alongside Robinwood7’s Feras Majid Shammami and Jesse Ford. Priscilla Ross Smith and Kendall Anlian are executive-producing. Feldman and O’Grady also recently produced Mr. Crocket for Hulu.
This will be The Coven’s sophomore debut as a producer after their 2023 Canadian production Shadow of God, starring Mark O’Brien (Ready or Not) and Jacqueline Byers (Prey for the Devil).
Howery is best known for his roles in Get Out, The Mill, Free Guy and Judas and the Black Messiah. He will next appear in Universal’s Dog Man and Sony’s One Of Them Days. Haddish is well known for Girls Trip, Like a Boss, The Card Counter, and Bad Boys: Ride or Die. She previously collaborated with Howery on The Carmichael Show, Uncle Drew, as well as their Best Friends Comedy Tour in 2023.
“I’m so excited to be working on this project in front and behind the camera” said Howery. “It’s going to be so much fun.”
“We are always looking for something fun and fresh. The best Saturday night movie that an audience could hope for,” said The Coven’s Priscilla Smith. “Haddish and Howery will knock this out of the park.”
Howery is repped by UTA, Fourth Wall Management and Cohen & Gardner. Haddish is repped by UTA, Brillstein Entertainment Partners and Johnson Shapiro Slewett & Cole.
Nelly & Ashanti May Have A Las Vegas Residency Soon
Nelly and Ashanti may be taking their talents to Sin City in the near future! The rapper, who recently celebrated his 50th birthday in Las Vegas, and his songstress wife were asked by an Entertainment Tonight reporter about the possibility of doing a residency together in the Nevada city.
In response, Nelly stated:“That’s funny that you say that. There were talks not too long ago about that very thing. I’m not gonna say too much more but hopefully everything continues the course. I love Vegas, she loves Vegas. We both love Vegas for very different reasons.”
Nelly and Ashanti quietly tied the knot back in December of last year after rekindling their romance. Prior to reconnecting and jumping the broom, they dated for 11 years but split in 2013.
In July, the entertainers welcomed their first child together and are now seemingly ready to get back to work.
Nelly and Ashanti may be taking their talents to Sin City in the near future! The rapper, who recently celebrated his 50th birthday in Las Vegas, and his songstress wife were asked by an Entertainment Tonight reporter about the possibility of doing a residency together in the Nevada city.
In response, Nelly stated:“That’s funny that you say that. There were talks not too long ago about that very thing. I’m not gonna say too much more but hopefully everything continues the course. I love Vegas, she loves Vegas. We both love Vegas for very different reasons.”
Nelly and Ashanti quietly tied the knot back in December of last year after rekindling their romance. Prior to reconnecting and jumping the broom, they dated for 11 years but split in 2013.
In July, the entertainers welcomed their first child together and are now seemingly ready to get back to work.
The Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie is Your Favorite Cookie Only Much Bigger
The minds at Chips Ahoy! are known as “the cookie experts.” You don’t get that title without constantly innovating. That’s why Chips Ahoy! is excited to announce its BIGGEST news yet—the Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie.
This new cookie from the “Here for Happy” cookie-maker is over three times the size of a Chips Ahoy! Regular Chewy Cookie and comes in an individually wrapped pack. That makes it perfect for snacking on the go and splitting it with a friend.
The Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie isn’t just big, it’s also made with big ingredients, including extra large chocolate chips that are more than four times larger than the regular Chips Ahoy! Chewy Cookie.
The Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie comes in three flavors: Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie; Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie, Chocolatey Brownie; and Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie, Chocolatey Caramel.
“For over 60 years, Chips Ahoy! cookies have been the go-to cookie for chocolate chip cookie lovers of all ages,” said Jen Levin, Senior Brand Manager for Chips Ahoy! US. “Now, with the launch of Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookies, we're excited to be their on-the-go cookie choice.”
The Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie drops nationwide this month. Each 2.5 oz pack retails for $2.29 at your local convenience stores.
The minds at Chips Ahoy! are known as “the cookie experts.” You don’t get that title without constantly innovating. That’s why Chips Ahoy! is excited to announce its BIGGEST news yet—the Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie.
This new cookie from the “Here for Happy” cookie-maker is over three times the size of a Chips Ahoy! Regular Chewy Cookie and comes in an individually wrapped pack. That makes it perfect for snacking on the go and splitting it with a friend.
The Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie isn’t just big, it’s also made with big ingredients, including extra large chocolate chips that are more than four times larger than the regular Chips Ahoy! Chewy Cookie.
The Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie comes in three flavors: Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie; Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie, Chocolatey Brownie; and Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie, Chocolatey Caramel.
“For over 60 years, Chips Ahoy! cookies have been the go-to cookie for chocolate chip cookie lovers of all ages,” said Jen Levin, Senior Brand Manager for Chips Ahoy! US. “Now, with the launch of Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookies, we're excited to be their on-the-go cookie choice.”
The Chips Ahoy! Big Chewy Cookie drops nationwide this month. Each 2.5 oz pack retails for $2.29 at your local convenience stores.
Plies Accuses Megan Thee Stallion, GloRilla, Cardi B, and Soulja Boy of Stealing Beat in New Lawsuit
Plies is accusing Megan Thee Stallion, GloRilla, Cardi B, and Soulja Boy of copyright infringement in a new lawsuit.
According to court documents filed on Wednesday and reviewed by TMZ, the 48-year-old rapper alleges that his 2008 track “Me & My Goons” introduced what he calls an “infrared countdown beat” that was subsequently used by Soulja for his 2010 hit “Pretty Boy Swag.”
Plies accused Megan and Glo of using the same beat on “Wanna Be” and a remix of the track featuring Cardi. According to Billboard, the original version of the track, first released in April, debuted at No. 11 on the Hot 100.
The remix with Cardi, which features a scathing verse aimed at rival BIA, helped the track rebound from No. 39 to No. 15 on the same chart in June.
Hot Girl Productions, Collipark Productions, Universal Music Group, Collective Music Group, and Interscope Records are all named as defendants in the complaint.
According to court documents filed on Wednesday and reviewed by TMZ, the 48-year-old rapper alleges that his 2008 track “Me & My Goons” introduced what he calls an “infrared countdown beat” that was subsequently used by Soulja for his 2010 hit “Pretty Boy Swag.”
Plies accused Megan and Glo of using the same beat on “Wanna Be” and a remix of the track featuring Cardi. According to Billboard, the original version of the track, first released in April, debuted at No. 11 on the Hot 100.
The remix with Cardi, which features a scathing verse aimed at rival BIA, helped the track rebound from No. 39 to No. 15 on the same chart in June.
Hot Girl Productions, Collipark Productions, Universal Music Group, Collective Music Group, and Interscope Records are all named as defendants in the complaint.
Bowen Yang Apologizes To Ariana Grande For Over-The-Top Kiss On 'Saturday Night Live'
"Saturday Night Live" star Bowen Yang has apologized to his co-star Ariana Grande for kissing her too passionately during a sketch they performed when she hosted "Saturday Night Live" in October. During an episode of his "Las Culturistas" podcast, Yang confessed, "I really have to apologize to you in person. I opened up my mouth too much when we kissed on 'SNL'."
Grande replied, "You absolutely did. I was shaking after. Not in a bad way. Just in a disarming way."
The kiss occurred during a sketch titled "Charades with Mom", in which Grande played a competitive mother who clashed with Yang's character, her son's boyfriend. The kiss was not initially scripted, according to both stars. Grande revealed that she had the idea during rehearsal, but hesitated to suggest it because she feared being seen as "insane."
However, Yang had the same thought, and they later agreed on the kiss during dress rehearsal. Grande joked that Yang had "opened his mouth entirely too open," but ultimately defended the moment as appropriate for the characters.
Yang and Grande praised each other for their improvisation skills and the electric atmosphere during the sketch. "It felt like what these people needed at that time," Grande said. "It felt like what these characters required." Yang added, "I kissed you too much, but I'm glad we did it."
The apology and insights into the kiss provide a glimpse into the creative process and onstage spontaneity that make "Saturday Night Live" a beloved comedy institution.
Grande replied, "You absolutely did. I was shaking after. Not in a bad way. Just in a disarming way."
The kiss occurred during a sketch titled "Charades with Mom", in which Grande played a competitive mother who clashed with Yang's character, her son's boyfriend. The kiss was not initially scripted, according to both stars. Grande revealed that she had the idea during rehearsal, but hesitated to suggest it because she feared being seen as "insane."
However, Yang had the same thought, and they later agreed on the kiss during dress rehearsal. Grande joked that Yang had "opened his mouth entirely too open," but ultimately defended the moment as appropriate for the characters.
Yang and Grande praised each other for their improvisation skills and the electric atmosphere during the sketch. "It felt like what these people needed at that time," Grande said. "It felt like what these characters required." Yang added, "I kissed you too much, but I'm glad we did it."
The apology and insights into the kiss provide a glimpse into the creative process and onstage spontaneity that make "Saturday Night Live" a beloved comedy institution.
Democrat Sarah McBride of Delaware to become first openly transgender person to serve in Congress
Delaware state Sen. Sarah McBride has been elected to the U.S. House and will become the first openly transgender person to serve in Congress.
McBride easily defeated Republican John Whalen III on Tuesday in the race for Delaware’s lone House seat. Whalen is a retired construction company owner and former state trooper who ran a shoestring campaign in his first bid for public office.
McBride, meanwhile, has established a national profile as an LGBTQ activist and raised more than $3 million in campaign contributions from around the country. She achieved national recognition at the 2016 Democratic National Convention as the first openly transgender person to address a major party convention in the United States.
“Tonight is a testament to Delawareans that we have shown time and time again that in this state of neighbors, we judge candidates based on their ideas and not their identities,” McBride said.
“I didn’t run to make history. I ran to make a difference for my state and this country,” she added. “I think this is a powerful message that Delawareans are fair-minded and that our democracy is big enough for all of us.”
As a state senator, McBride has earned a reputation for working on health care issues, including successfully sponsoring legislation to create a statewide paid family and medical leave insurance program. McBride also sponsored legislation to address Medicaid reimbursement rates for home health care services and expand access to dental care for low-income Delawareans. Another bill she sponsored imposed a 3.58% tax on net revenue of Delaware’s hospitals as a way to leverage additional federal Medicaid funds. All those measures were enacted into law.
Democrats have held Delaware’s U.S. House seat since 2010. The seat was left open last year after Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester opted to run for the U.S. Senate spot being vacated by fellow Democrat Tom Carper.
McBride easily defeated Republican John Whalen III on Tuesday in the race for Delaware’s lone House seat. Whalen is a retired construction company owner and former state trooper who ran a shoestring campaign in his first bid for public office.
McBride, meanwhile, has established a national profile as an LGBTQ activist and raised more than $3 million in campaign contributions from around the country. She achieved national recognition at the 2016 Democratic National Convention as the first openly transgender person to address a major party convention in the United States.
“Tonight is a testament to Delawareans that we have shown time and time again that in this state of neighbors, we judge candidates based on their ideas and not their identities,” McBride said.
“I didn’t run to make history. I ran to make a difference for my state and this country,” she added. “I think this is a powerful message that Delawareans are fair-minded and that our democracy is big enough for all of us.”
As a state senator, McBride has earned a reputation for working on health care issues, including successfully sponsoring legislation to create a statewide paid family and medical leave insurance program. McBride also sponsored legislation to address Medicaid reimbursement rates for home health care services and expand access to dental care for low-income Delawareans. Another bill she sponsored imposed a 3.58% tax on net revenue of Delaware’s hospitals as a way to leverage additional federal Medicaid funds. All those measures were enacted into law.
Democrats have held Delaware’s U.S. House seat since 2010. The seat was left open last year after Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester opted to run for the U.S. Senate spot being vacated by fellow Democrat Tom Carper.
Halle Bailey Calls Out Ex DDG for Putting Their Son Halo on Livestream Without Her Consent
Halle Bailey is putting her ex-boyfriend DDG on blast. While making an appearance on YouTuber Kai Cenat‘s Twitch livestream on Wednesday (November 6), DDG, 27, brought out his and the 24-year-old The Little Mermaid actress’ 11-month-old son Halo.
After the livestream ended, Halle took to X, formerly Twitter, to call out DDG for exposing their son to millions of people without her consent.
“hi everyone. just so you know i am out of town and i don’t approve of my baby being on a stream tonight,” Halle tweeted.
“i wasn’t told or notified and i am extremely upset to have my baby in front of millions of people,” she continued. “i am his mother and protector and saddened that i wasn’t notified especially when i am out of town.”
DDG has not publicly responded to Halle‘s comments yet.
Halle and DDG first started dating in 2022 and welcomed Halo in January 2024. The rapper confirmed their split early October.
Halle Bailey is putting her ex-boyfriend DDG on blast. While making an appearance on YouTuber Kai Cenat‘s Twitch livestream on Wednesday (November 6), DDG, 27, brought out his and the 24-year-old The Little Mermaid actress’ 11-month-old son Halo.
After the livestream ended, Halle took to X, formerly Twitter, to call out DDG for exposing their son to millions of people without her consent.
“hi everyone. just so you know i am out of town and i don’t approve of my baby being on a stream tonight,” Halle tweeted.
“i wasn’t told or notified and i am extremely upset to have my baby in front of millions of people,” she continued. “i am his mother and protector and saddened that i wasn’t notified especially when i am out of town.”
DDG has not publicly responded to Halle‘s comments yet.
Halle and DDG first started dating in 2022 and welcomed Halo in January 2024. The rapper confirmed their split early October.
Russell Simmons’ Accuser Disputes His Retirement Status in Indonesia
*Russell Simmons faces renewed legal scrutiny from a former Def Jam employee who claims he raped her in his New York apartment in the mid-1990s.
Rolling Stone reports in the new legal documents, the woman, known as Jane Doe, is urging a judge to dismiss Simmons’ argument that he is beyond New York’s jurisdiction after he was granted a retirement visa by Indonesian authorities. Russell reportedly cited his “stateless” status to avoid a deposition in the U.S.
We reported earlier that the 66-year-old Def Jam Recordings co-founder faces accusations of avoiding answering questions under oath as part of a sexual harassment lawsuit. Doe sued Simmons in February under New York’s Adult Survivors Act. According to The Blast, she accuses Simmons of raping her at his apartment during her stint as a staff member at Def Jam. Jane Doe wants Simmons to attend a deposition via Zoom and answer questions under oath about the lawsuit.
Simmons has not answered any questions that could help move the case forward. The accuser believes a deposition would “obviate the need for his answering the interrogatories.”
“This lawsuit chronicles the account of how a woman who, while pursuing her career passion as a music executive, was sexually harassed, assaulted, sexually battered, and raped by her boss, Russell Simmons,” Jane Doe explained in the lawsuit.
“Defendant is running from the court’s jurisdiction to avoid taking accountability for his actions,” the plaintiff stated in a new filing.
According to Doe, Simmons continues to cover the costs of a Manhattan apartment for his children and keeps an office in New York. She argues that his ongoing business affairs in the U.S. contradict his alleged retirement status, which is required for his Indonesian visa.
“Any purported retirement visa requires recertification every few years that one is, in fact, retired. Building an empire and being retired are mutually exclusive,” Doe wrote in her Nov. 1 filing, per Complex.
Doe’s new filing also points to remarks Simmons made in a 2024 interview with AllHipHop, where he described America as his “home.”
“People saying that I somehow can’t come home when I’m there all the time wears on you,” Simmons told AllHipHop at the time. “It wears on me after a while to keep hearing the same narrative, which is false. I’m always in L.A., I’m always in New York and Miami. And I’ve never had any reason to feel unsafe in America.”
Rolling Stone reports in the new legal documents, the woman, known as Jane Doe, is urging a judge to dismiss Simmons’ argument that he is beyond New York’s jurisdiction after he was granted a retirement visa by Indonesian authorities. Russell reportedly cited his “stateless” status to avoid a deposition in the U.S.
We reported earlier that the 66-year-old Def Jam Recordings co-founder faces accusations of avoiding answering questions under oath as part of a sexual harassment lawsuit. Doe sued Simmons in February under New York’s Adult Survivors Act. According to The Blast, she accuses Simmons of raping her at his apartment during her stint as a staff member at Def Jam. Jane Doe wants Simmons to attend a deposition via Zoom and answer questions under oath about the lawsuit.
Simmons has not answered any questions that could help move the case forward. The accuser believes a deposition would “obviate the need for his answering the interrogatories.”
“This lawsuit chronicles the account of how a woman who, while pursuing her career passion as a music executive, was sexually harassed, assaulted, sexually battered, and raped by her boss, Russell Simmons,” Jane Doe explained in the lawsuit.
“Defendant is running from the court’s jurisdiction to avoid taking accountability for his actions,” the plaintiff stated in a new filing.
According to Doe, Simmons continues to cover the costs of a Manhattan apartment for his children and keeps an office in New York. She argues that his ongoing business affairs in the U.S. contradict his alleged retirement status, which is required for his Indonesian visa.
“Any purported retirement visa requires recertification every few years that one is, in fact, retired. Building an empire and being retired are mutually exclusive,” Doe wrote in her Nov. 1 filing, per Complex.
Doe’s new filing also points to remarks Simmons made in a 2024 interview with AllHipHop, where he described America as his “home.”
“People saying that I somehow can’t come home when I’m there all the time wears on you,” Simmons told AllHipHop at the time. “It wears on me after a while to keep hearing the same narrative, which is false. I’m always in L.A., I’m always in New York and Miami. And I’ve never had any reason to feel unsafe in America.”
California Court Upholds Conviction of Nipsey Hussle’s Killer
Eric Holder won’t be able to sidestep his conviction for the murder of Nipsey Hussle. According to AllHipHop, the conviction was upheld by a three-judge panel.
The appeals court notes: “Nothing in the trial court’s rulings prevented appellant from arguing objective and subjective provocation to the jury or from clearly articulating the defense theory that ‘appellant acted in the heat of passion as a result of being publicly called a snitch’ by ‘the famous, the great Nipsey Hussle,’ The trial court did not abuse its discretion in prohibiting defense counsel from telling the jury what appellant was thinking and feeling at the time of the shooting to explain appellant’s conduct.”
Holder was previously sentenced to 60 years in prison after being found guilty of first-degree murder, attempted voluntary manslaughter, assault with a firearm, and possession of a firearm by a felon.
Introducing Gucci’s Pet Collection For This Holiday Season
With the gift-giving season just around the corner, many pet owners make it a point to treat their animals to something special. For those who enjoy spoiling their pups with a touch of luxury, Gucci offers a line of stylish dog outfits, perfect for a fashionable holiday season.
Gucci’s pet collection has several eye-catching options, from collars to doggy bowls. However, the clothes catch the attention of owners who want to match their dog’s fly. Gucci’s canine garments focus heavily on coats and knit sweaters, perfect for the fall and winter.
One of the standouts is the Pet GG coat. This features the classic Beige and ebony GG Supreme canvas and an attached hood to protect the dog’s heads during rainy walks. The Pet GG coat will cost owners $930, making it the most expensive outfit in the collection.
The Wool Jacquard pet sweater is a stunning sweater. It appears in two colorways: grey and white GG wool and dark blue and burgundy dégradé GG wool. These adorable looks are only $460.
The Pet wool blend sweater with Interlocking G is another bold look for only the most stylish puppies. The beige and brown wool blend includes a brown knit rib trim and interlocking G patch. This adorably fashionable piece will cost $460.
The collection is crafted with high-quality materials and is designed to be both functional and stylish, catering to pet owners who want the best for their four-legged babies. This is the perfect gift choice for those looking to bring high fashion into their pet’s wardrobe, offering a blend of comfort and style that’s hard to resist.
Gucci’s pet collection has several eye-catching options, from collars to doggy bowls. However, the clothes catch the attention of owners who want to match their dog’s fly. Gucci’s canine garments focus heavily on coats and knit sweaters, perfect for the fall and winter.
One of the standouts is the Pet GG coat. This features the classic Beige and ebony GG Supreme canvas and an attached hood to protect the dog’s heads during rainy walks. The Pet GG coat will cost owners $930, making it the most expensive outfit in the collection.
The Wool Jacquard pet sweater is a stunning sweater. It appears in two colorways: grey and white GG wool and dark blue and burgundy dégradé GG wool. These adorable looks are only $460.
The Pet wool blend sweater with Interlocking G is another bold look for only the most stylish puppies. The beige and brown wool blend includes a brown knit rib trim and interlocking G patch. This adorably fashionable piece will cost $460.
The collection is crafted with high-quality materials and is designed to be both functional and stylish, catering to pet owners who want the best for their four-legged babies. This is the perfect gift choice for those looking to bring high fashion into their pet’s wardrobe, offering a blend of comfort and style that’s hard to resist.
Equatorial Guinea Official Suspended After 400 Explicit Videos Surface; Government Orders Surveillance in Offices
Equatorial Guinea officials are taking drastic steps to restore public trust after a high-ranking government official was caught in a scandal involving hundreds of explicit videos filmed in his office. Over the weekend, Vice President Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue announced that Baltasar Ebang Engonga, head of the country’s National Financial Investigation Agency, had been suspended and placed under investigation for recording sexual encounters with multiple women in his office. Some of the women allegedly include wives and relatives of other government officials, adding to the scandal’s shockwave.
According to ABC News, investigators searching Engonga’s belongings uncovered up to 400 videos showing explicit acts, sparking widespread outrage within the government. Shortly after Engonga’s arrest on corruption charges, several videos leaked online, causing a surge in national internet traffic. To curb the spread, telecommunications companies have reportedly slowed internet speeds across the country.
Engonga faces further investigation on allegations that he may have knowingly endangered public health by spreading disease. Equatorial Guinea’s chief prosecutor, Anatolio Nzang Nguema, stated that if Engonga is found to have a sexually transmitted disease, additional charges for endangering public health could follow. Officials are also investigating whether the encounters were consensual, as no complaints have yet been filed by the women involved.
In response to the scandal, Vice President Mangue announced that all government offices would soon have surveillance cameras to prevent similar incidents in the future. “Any official caught engaging in sexual acts in their office will be suspended,” Mangue stated firmly.
Engonga, who reportedly expressed regret on Facebook by sharing a photo of himself with family members captioned, “Family is everything,” remains under investigation as the country’s officials push for accountability and transparency.
According to ABC News, investigators searching Engonga’s belongings uncovered up to 400 videos showing explicit acts, sparking widespread outrage within the government. Shortly after Engonga’s arrest on corruption charges, several videos leaked online, causing a surge in national internet traffic. To curb the spread, telecommunications companies have reportedly slowed internet speeds across the country.
Engonga faces further investigation on allegations that he may have knowingly endangered public health by spreading disease. Equatorial Guinea’s chief prosecutor, Anatolio Nzang Nguema, stated that if Engonga is found to have a sexually transmitted disease, additional charges for endangering public health could follow. Officials are also investigating whether the encounters were consensual, as no complaints have yet been filed by the women involved.
In response to the scandal, Vice President Mangue announced that all government offices would soon have surveillance cameras to prevent similar incidents in the future. “Any official caught engaging in sexual acts in their office will be suspended,” Mangue stated firmly.
Engonga, who reportedly expressed regret on Facebook by sharing a photo of himself with family members captioned, “Family is everything,” remains under investigation as the country’s officials push for accountability and transparency.
Charlamange Tha God Assault Case Dismissed
Two years ago The Breakfast Club co-host, Charlamange the God, was sued by a woman claiming she was drugged and rxped by Charlamange when she was a minor [click here if you missed that].
The case has been dismissed because the statute of limitations has run out..
From In Touch
Charlamagne Tha God shut down his sixual assault accuser’s lawsuit and the case has been officially dismissed, In Touch can exclusively report.
According to court documents obtained by In Touch, on September 30, a federal judge in New York dismissed the claims of sixual assault and battery brought by Jessica Nicole Reid against Charlamagne (real name: Lenard Larry McKelvey).
The order noted that the claims were filed past the statute of limitations. Further, the court dismissed Jessica’s claims for defamation.
Two years ago The Breakfast Club co-host, Charlamange the God, was sued by a woman claiming she was drugged and rxped by Charlamange when she was a minor [click here if you missed that].
The case has been dismissed because the statute of limitations has run out..
From In Touch
Charlamagne Tha God shut down his sixual assault accuser’s lawsuit and the case has been officially dismissed, In Touch can exclusively report.
According to court documents obtained by In Touch, on September 30, a federal judge in New York dismissed the claims of sixual assault and battery brought by Jessica Nicole Reid against Charlamagne (real name: Lenard Larry McKelvey).
The order noted that the claims were filed past the statute of limitations. Further, the court dismissed Jessica’s claims for defamation.
The judge denied Jessica the opportunity to amend her lawsuit noting, “[Jessica] has not demonstrated that an amended complaint would cure any of the pleading defects.”
The judge ordered the case to be closed. Jessica filed her lawsuit against The Breakfast Club host in 2022. She accused him of sixual assault, battery and defamation.
According to Jessica, the alleged incident took place in 2001, when she was 15 and he was 22.
Jessica did not cooperate with authorities during the investigation. Charlamagne denied the accusations and took a DNA test for police. The radio host ended up pleading to a reduced charge of contributing to the delinquency of a minor and was sentenced to three years’ probation.
Liam Payne's 'Friend' And Two Hotel Staff Emerge As Persons Of Interest In Singer's Death
Further investigation into Liam Payne's death has led Argentinian police to conduct a fresh round of raids on the homes of a friend of the singer and two hotel employees.
The individuals are being treated as key persons of interest in the case, particularly concerning how Payne may have obtained the drugs he ingested during his stay in Argentina.
An autopsy report previously revealed that the drugs Liam Payne consumed contributed to a breakdown that likely played a role in the erratic behavior he exhibited before his fatal fall.
Following Payne's shocking death in October, Argentinian police launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding his passing.
The investigation recently led to a new raid on the home of two employees who worked at the hotel where the singer plunged to his death.
According to TMZ, Payne had stayed at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires and was reportedly contacted by these workers before the fatal incident.
In addition to raiding the homes of hotel employees, authorities also searched the home of one of Payne's friends. This individual is seen as one of those who may have sold Payne drugs, as his name was repeatedly spotted in suspicious text messages on the singer's phone.
It is still unclear what authorities discovered during the raids, as no details have been made public yet. However, it is known that Payne's friend was unavailable when the raid was conducted.
As part of the recent raids, the authorities also visited the hotel where Payne died to search the lockers of the employees. During the visit, they reviewed security footage to search for more evidence that could help the case.
In a different raid that occurred at the hotel last month, the authorities obtained "elements of interest for the investigation," per LA NACION.
It was mentioned that "documents and videos" from the lobby and courtyard were part of what was obtained at the time. Other items like the hotel's computers, phones, and other devices were also taken away to be analyzed.
Although the investigation into Payne's death looks far from over, a previous autopsy report ruled that there was no foul play involved.
The individuals are being treated as key persons of interest in the case, particularly concerning how Payne may have obtained the drugs he ingested during his stay in Argentina.
An autopsy report previously revealed that the drugs Liam Payne consumed contributed to a breakdown that likely played a role in the erratic behavior he exhibited before his fatal fall.
Following Payne's shocking death in October, Argentinian police launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding his passing.
The investigation recently led to a new raid on the home of two employees who worked at the hotel where the singer plunged to his death.
According to TMZ, Payne had stayed at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires and was reportedly contacted by these workers before the fatal incident.
In addition to raiding the homes of hotel employees, authorities also searched the home of one of Payne's friends. This individual is seen as one of those who may have sold Payne drugs, as his name was repeatedly spotted in suspicious text messages on the singer's phone.
It is still unclear what authorities discovered during the raids, as no details have been made public yet. However, it is known that Payne's friend was unavailable when the raid was conducted.
As part of the recent raids, the authorities also visited the hotel where Payne died to search the lockers of the employees. During the visit, they reviewed security footage to search for more evidence that could help the case.
In a different raid that occurred at the hotel last month, the authorities obtained "elements of interest for the investigation," per LA NACION.
It was mentioned that "documents and videos" from the lobby and courtyard were part of what was obtained at the time. Other items like the hotel's computers, phones, and other devices were also taken away to be analyzed.
Although the investigation into Payne's death looks far from over, a previous autopsy report ruled that there was no foul play involved.
Chris Evans' Dramatic Transformation Stuns Fans At 'Red One' Premiere
Chris Evans, known for his iconic role as Captain America, debuted a distinct new style at the London premiere of "Red One". The 43-year-old actor sported a dark rugged beard and long, slicked-back hair that complemented the new facial hair.
Evans' transformation from the clean-cut superhero to a more rugged, bearded man captivated fans. He completed his outfit with a black T-shirt, black jeans, a blue denim jacket and brown suede boots, accessorizing with a gold chain.
While promoting the film alongside co-stars Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Lucy Liu and J.K. Simmons, Evans' appearance stole the show. Liu wore a long red dress, Johnson opted for a burgundy sweater and black slacks, and Simmons sported a dark red button-up and bomber jacket.
The film's synopsis follows Santa Claus's kidnapping, leading to a globetrotting mission by Evans' bounty hunter character and Johnson's Head of Security. Evans recently portrayed Johnny Storm in "Deadpool & Wolverine" and married Alba Baptista last year.
Fans took to social media to express their delight over Evans' new look, with many expressing their approval. One fan remarked that he looked like a "Greek god," while another praised his "whole different vibe." Despite the style change, Evans' undeniable charm remains a popular topic among his fans.
Evans' transformation from the clean-cut superhero to a more rugged, bearded man captivated fans. He completed his outfit with a black T-shirt, black jeans, a blue denim jacket and brown suede boots, accessorizing with a gold chain.
While promoting the film alongside co-stars Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Lucy Liu and J.K. Simmons, Evans' appearance stole the show. Liu wore a long red dress, Johnson opted for a burgundy sweater and black slacks, and Simmons sported a dark red button-up and bomber jacket.
The film's synopsis follows Santa Claus's kidnapping, leading to a globetrotting mission by Evans' bounty hunter character and Johnson's Head of Security. Evans recently portrayed Johnny Storm in "Deadpool & Wolverine" and married Alba Baptista last year.
Fans took to social media to express their delight over Evans' new look, with many expressing their approval. One fan remarked that he looked like a "Greek god," while another praised his "whole different vibe." Despite the style change, Evans' undeniable charm remains a popular topic among his fans.
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES
“Finally found the piercing I need”
That confidence to put on the kind of outfit tho!
EVENING GOODIES: Meet Davin
Meet Davin! You can see more when GO HERE TO SEE THE PICS! And remember to exercise CAUTION AT WORK!
DISCLAIMER: WE DO NOT OWN any images posted on this blog. All images are found online or submitted.
Enjoy!
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND ALL!!!
EFREM
No comments:
Post a Comment