#FASHIONFAB: NYFW Front Row: Janet Jackson at the Christian Siriano Fashion Show
Miss Jackson-If-You’re-Nasty came to Christian Siriano’s runway show at New York Fashion Week in exactly the manner we would expect from the Queen:
Serving a look, accessorized by an entourage of men in matching outfits. Because that’s how a diva does things.
#RHOA: Kenya Moore Reveals Plans To Adopt During RHOA Reunion
Kenya Moore is STILL going through “the world’s longest divorce” from her estranged husband, Marc Daly. The two also share ridiculously adorable four-year-old daughter, Brooklyn Daly, and unfortunately, have been battling in court over matters involving her as the divorce drags on. One thing Marc took issue with this season was when Marlo Hampton aggressively kicked Kenya’s hotel room door on the RHOA trip to Birmingham while Brooklyn was inside the room. This resulted in Kenya bringing a (blank) subpoena to The Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 15 reunion. She always love a prop!
With how messy Kenya and Marc’s divorce and co-parenting have been, it’s probably best for everyone that Miss USA has definitively decided against using her and Marc’s frozen embryos to give Brooklyn the baby brother or sister she’s been asking to share a bunk bed with, though she did ponder it. Kenya revealed during the reunion that she now has plans to adopt.
Kenya has said it would be very risky for her to be pregnant again
Kenya and her dad, Ronald Grant, had a conversation during Season 15 about her plans to give Brooklyn a sibling. Ronald voiced concerns because Kenya was high-risk and had almost died during Brooklyn’s traumatic birth. She lost a large amount of blood and ended up having an hours-long emergency c-section. She shared during that conversation that she was looking into having a surrogate carry one of her and Marc’s embryos instead of carrying the pregnancy herself.
Kenya added in a confessional, “I never thought about all of those risks. I don’t want to put myself at risk to the point where I may not survive having another baby, and leaving Brooklyn and another child motherless.”
Kenya now plans to adopt
Andy Cohen asked, “Kenya, are you any closer to getting Brooklyn her bunk beds and a baby brother?” at the end of the Season 15 reunion. The RHOA star says Brooklyn “actually has switched it to wanting a baby sister,” and that she has made the decision to adopt.
Shereé Whitfield followed up by asking what age child Kenya hopes to bring home. She answered, “um, maybe three [or] four. Yeah, maybe right after you know they learn how to walk and talk.”
Whether she chooses to adopt a boy or girl, they will join a house of Gone With the Wind fabulosity. Plus, they will always have good hair days due to the supply of KENYA! MOORE! HAIR! CARE! at their disposal.
TELL US – DO YOU THINK KENYA WILL ADOPT A BOY OR A GIRL?
#MusicNews: Samara Joy Returns With Self-Produced Fan Favorite ‘Tight’
Two-time Grammy-winning jazz artist Samara Joy has returned with her new single “Tight” – a fan-favorite track from her live shows.
The song was recorded at New York’s legendary Electric Lady Studios and was self-produced by Joy. It features her working band comprising pianist Luther Allison, bassist Mikey Migliore, and drummer Evan Sherman.
Originally written by Betty Carter, “Tight” allows Joy to showcase her incredible range to its fullest. It has been a frequent fixture of the young musician’s live shows, always proving to be a hit with her audiences. The accompanying music video captures footage from some of those sets, alongside glimpses into the recording studio.
LISTEN HERE
Miss Jackson-If-You’re-Nasty came to Christian Siriano’s runway show at New York Fashion Week in exactly the manner we would expect from the Queen:
#RHOA: Kenya Moore Reveals Plans To Adopt During RHOA Reunion
With how messy Kenya and Marc’s divorce and co-parenting have been, it’s probably best for everyone that Miss USA has definitively decided against using her and Marc’s frozen embryos to give Brooklyn the baby brother or sister she’s been asking to share a bunk bed with, though she did ponder it. Kenya revealed during the reunion that she now has plans to adopt.
Kenya has said it would be very risky for her to be pregnant again
Kenya and her dad, Ronald Grant, had a conversation during Season 15 about her plans to give Brooklyn a sibling. Ronald voiced concerns because Kenya was high-risk and had almost died during Brooklyn’s traumatic birth. She lost a large amount of blood and ended up having an hours-long emergency c-section. She shared during that conversation that she was looking into having a surrogate carry one of her and Marc’s embryos instead of carrying the pregnancy herself.
Kenya added in a confessional, “I never thought about all of those risks. I don’t want to put myself at risk to the point where I may not survive having another baby, and leaving Brooklyn and another child motherless.”
Kenya now plans to adopt
Andy Cohen asked, “Kenya, are you any closer to getting Brooklyn her bunk beds and a baby brother?” at the end of the Season 15 reunion. The RHOA star says Brooklyn “actually has switched it to wanting a baby sister,” and that she has made the decision to adopt.
Shereé Whitfield followed up by asking what age child Kenya hopes to bring home. She answered, “um, maybe three [or] four. Yeah, maybe right after you know they learn how to walk and talk.”
Whether she chooses to adopt a boy or girl, they will join a house of Gone With the Wind fabulosity. Plus, they will always have good hair days due to the supply of KENYA! MOORE! HAIR! CARE! at their disposal.
TELL US – DO YOU THINK KENYA WILL ADOPT A BOY OR A GIRL?
#MusicNews: Samara Joy Returns With Self-Produced Fan Favorite ‘Tight’
Two-time Grammy-winning jazz artist Samara Joy has returned with her new single “Tight” – a fan-favorite track from her live shows.
The song was recorded at New York’s legendary Electric Lady Studios and was self-produced by Joy. It features her working band comprising pianist Luther Allison, bassist Mikey Migliore, and drummer Evan Sherman.
Originally written by Betty Carter, “Tight” allows Joy to showcase her incredible range to its fullest. It has been a frequent fixture of the young musician’s live shows, always proving to be a hit with her audiences. The accompanying music video captures footage from some of those sets, alongside glimpses into the recording studio.
LISTEN HERE
The release continues a whirlwind year for Joy, in which she has already taken home the Grammys for Best New Artist and Best Jazz Vocal Album. She has also shared a deluxe edition of her acclaimed album Linger Awhile, which includes brand new music and more fan favorites, like “Guess Who I Saw Today” and “Can’t Get Out Of This Mood.”
Since those breakout Grammy wins, Linger Awhile has rocketed to the top of Amazon Best Sellers, Billboard Jazz, Pandora Trendsetters, iTunes, and Amazon’s digital music and CD sales, among other charts. The record has captured the hearts and imaginations of music fans worldwide, boosting her social media followers over the 1 million mark and helping her tour dates rapidly sell out.
In January, Joy recorded a Spotify Singles session, delivering a live version of her 2022 cover of Nancy Wilson’s “Guess Who I Saw Today” and a new cover of Adele’s heartfelt 2011 hit ballad “Someone Like You.” The latter reimagined the song with her rich, luxurious vocals over a minimal, poignant organ backing.
Speaking in an interview with CBS ahead of the Grammys, Joy reflected on introducing jazz to a new generation. “People come up to me [and say], ‘I saw you on TikTok, and then I found out you were coming to my city, and I bought tickets immediately just because of how much your voice impacted me,’” she said.
#HipHopNews: B.G. Hints At Dropping 8 New Albums In Facetime Call With 2 Chainz: 'I Got Too
B.G. is all set to hit the ground running following his release from prison, and he has told 2 Chainz about his plans to make his presence felt in music once again.
On Saturday (September 9), the Georgia native shared a clip of him talking to the Hot Boys MC in which the latter revealed his goals now that he has the freedom to continue his career in Hip Hop.
“If everything work out, man, I should be back on the road by November, man, December,” he could be heard saying through the phone speakers. “I’m lookin’ forward to it, but I’m boutta get in this lab – do me about seven, eight albums right quick, and just get to leakin’ that shit, man, puttin’ that shit out, floodin’ the streets.”
In 2012, B.G. was condemned to 14 years behind bars after pleading guilty to two counts of possession of a firearm and one count of conspiracy to obstruct justice stemming from a 2009 traffic stop arrest. Earlier this month, he was released after serving the majority of his sentence.
Soon after, Birdman announced that the 43-year-old will be rejoining the label he called home during the height of his career now that he’s a free man. On Friday (September 8), Stunna confirmed on The 85 South Show that the New Orleans rapper will once again be a member of the Cash Money family.
“For the record, I just want n-ggas to know that my n-gga [B.G.] official Cash Money — ain’t no cap in that,” Birdman declared. “Ya heard me? Ain’t nobody he can ever sign with beside this shit. I’m bringing all this shit together. B.G. signed to Cash Money so y’all don’t got to hear it from nowhere else.”
Birdman’s comments may have possibly been aimed at fellow rap mogul Gucci Mane, who offered to give B.G. a $1 million record deal upon his release from prison last year.
“My 1017 family help me welcome home the living legend @BGHollyHood!” Guwop tweeted after since-debunked rumors of B.G.’s release began circulating in 2022. “Glad u home bruh! Got so much love and respect for u as a man and artist! Get at me, I got a milli for u! Wanna sign u to 1017!!!!! #1017Mafia [money bag emojis].”
Aaron Rodgers Injured, Carted Off Field After First Drive of NFL Season
Aaron Rodgers‘ football season appears to be in jeopardy after just one play.
The 39-year-old quarterback is making his debut with the New York Jets and things aren’t looking great after the first moments of his first game.
Aaron was injured during the first drive of the game during a Monday Night Football match against the Buffalo Bills on Monday (September 11) at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.
During the first down of the Jets’ first offensive possesion of the game, Aaron was sacked by Bills player Leonard Floyd.
Aaron has been facing a calf injury during workouts this year and his leg appeared to be what was injured. He was helped off the field and then carted to the locker room.
The official Jets account tweeted that Aaron is “questionable to return” to game and noted that his ankle was affected.
Zach Wilson is now playing for the Jets in Aaron‘s place.
Lil Nas X's Brother Says Singer Helped Him Come Out as Bisexual and 'Opened Doors for a Lot of People'
Lil Nas X's outspoken nature in regards to his sexual identity has impacted many members of the LGBTQ+ community — including his own brother.
The "Industry Baby" musician's new documentary Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival over the weekend, and Entertainment Weekly reported the movie finds his brother opening up about how the performer inspired him to come out as bisexual.
"My brother really opened doors for a lot of people," Hill reportedly says in the film. "Yeah, he opened a door for me. What I mean by that, like, I'm not gay, though, you feel me? I'm bisexual. He helped me be real with myself. My brother made me more open to it."
Hill reportedly told cameras he was concerned about how publicly coming to terms with his own sexuality could impact various relationships in his life. Ultimately, he was inspired by Lil Nas X, 24, to live his truth.
"If you f--- with me, you f--- with me. If you don't, you don't. Bye. Get out of my presence. I don't need you," said Hill, per EW, in the documentary.
He reportedly added, "At the end of the day, people are going to f--- with who they f--- with, so stop trying to chase a friend. A friend is going to always be there."
The film follows Lil Nas X on his Long Live Montero Tour and features footage of him in rehearsal, hanging with his large, boisterous family and meeting Madonna.
During its premiere on Saturday, the "Old Town Road" singer said he hopes viewers “get some realness from it because I'm always like, joking and trolling like 24/7," adding, "I hope they get a real side of me, and hopefully they love it."
Lil Nas X may have inspired his brother to come out, but the Grammy winner wasn't the first musician to embrace his sexuality in public. In an interview with Heavy earlier this year, he spoke about looking up to fellow queer pop star Adam Lambert for paving the way.
"I did thank him in person, actually. I really appreciate all the love that he’s shown me and I definitely don’t take it for granted. And I appreciate all the doors that him and people like him opened," said Lil Nas X at the time.
Lambert later responded to his comments during an episode of Watch What Happens Live. "That was very flattering that he even knows who I am," said the American Idol alum. "I think he’s such a rock star, and so bold and brave, and I love what he’s doing."
‘The Jennifer Hudson Show’ & Sherri Shepherd’s ‘Sherri’ Renewed
Warner Bros. Discovery has confirmed that The Jennifer Hudson Show will return for a second season on Fox Television Stations this fall, which will see the EGOT winner back in the hot seat and chatting with an array of famous guests.
Meanwhile, Fox Television Stations also confirmed that Sherri Shepherd‘s talk show Sherri will return for two more years, taking the series through the 2024-25 season.
The Jennifer Hudson Show premiered in September 2022 and became one of the 2022-23 season’s No. 1 new first-run series in its premiere week. It was also the only new program to be nominated for a 2022 People’s Choice Award in the Daytime Talk Show category.
“Working on this show alongside my incredible team and our amazing partners has been one of the greatest joys of my career,” Hudson said in a statement. “We have been on this journey together from day one and I am so thrilled to take it to the next level.”
The Respect actress continued, “I could not be more grateful to audiences across America for letting me into their homes everyday as we empower and inspire one another. I can’t wait to show you what we have up our sleeves in season two!”
“Jennifer is an incredible talent and can literally accomplish anything she sets her sights on,” added Mike Darnell, President, Warner Bros. Unscripted Television. “This show is second to none because of her and all of the talented producers and crew who work daily to make every single episode special. A season two pick-up this early on proves that this show is here to stay.”
Sherri, meanwhile, launched earlier this fall as a replacement for The Wendy Williams Show, as Williams has remained off-screen due to a prolonged illness.
“I launched this show with the mission to give daytime viewers a ‘good time,’ just like my theme song says,” Shepherd said (via THR). “I am so appreciative that Fox and Debmar-Mercury have partnered with me to continue bringing more laughter, joy and inspiration to my audience.”
“We initially sold Sherri for one year based on our strong belief that this extraordinarily talented host would be successful, and her show would become a long-term talk franchise,” added Debmar-Mercury Co-Presidents Ira Bernstein and Mort Marcus.
“Our thanks go to our good friends and longtime partners at FOX, who shared in our enthusiasm and have renewed their faith in Sherri with this long-term commitment.
Spain soccer chief Luis Rubiales resigns following forced kiss on player during World Cup celebration
On Sunday (Sept. 10), Luis Rubiales, the president of the Spanish Football Association, announced that he is resigning from his position following backlash over a nonconsensual kiss to a player on Spain’s women’s national team during their recent World Cup victory.
“After the quick suspension carried out by FIFA, plus the rest of the open proceedings against me, it is evident that I will not be able to return to my position,” he said in an open letter in Spanish that was shared on social media. “Insisting on waiting and clinging to it is not going to contribute to anything positive, neither for the federation nor for Spanish football — among other things, because there are powers that be that will prevent my return.”
Earlier this month, Rubiales was given a 90-day suspension from his post amid an investigation. Last week, the player that he kissed, Jenni Hermoso, filed a complaint of sexual assault and coercion with the Spanish high court. In light of the situation, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) Territorial Presidents released a collective statement requesting that Rubiales step down
“After the latest events and the unacceptable behaviors that have seriously damaged the image of Spanish football, the presidents request that Mr. Luis Rubiales immediately present his resignation,” the statement read.
In addition to the aforementioned letter, the disgraced official appeared in a new interview with Piers Morgan, where he further explained the ultimate reasoning behind his decision. “I cannot continue my work. My father, my daughters, I spoke with them,” he explained in the above clip. “They know it is not a question about me, some friends very close to me, and they say to me, ‘Luis, now you have to focus on your dignity and to continue your life. Probably you are going to damage people you love.'”
5 Ex-Memphis Officers Involved In Tyre Nichols Beating Death Indicted On Federal Charges
Five former Memphis police officers were charged Tuesday with federal civil rights violations in the beating death of Tyre Nichols as they continue to fight second-degree murder charges in state courts arising from the killing.
via: BET
The ex-officers – Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, Justin Smith, Emmitt Martin III and Desmond Mills Jr. – face several charges, including deprivation of rights, the use of excessive force and conspiracy to witness-tamper.
Shocking police bodycam video shows several officers pulling Nichols, 29, from his vehicle during a Jan. 7 traffic stop for alleged reckless driving and brutally beating him for no apparent reason. Nichols, the father of a 4-year-old son, died three days later in a hospital. According to authorities, the traffic stop led to a “confrontation” and Nichols fled the scene on foot as he was pursued by police.
In a separate state prosecution, the officers pleaded not guilty in February to second-degree murder, aggravated assault, two counts of aggravated kidnapping, two counts of official misconduct and official oppression.
In July, the Justice Department launched a pattern or practice investigation of Memphis and the Memphis Police Department to determine whether the police systemically uses excessive force and discriminates against Black residents.
Street Named After Beastie Boys in New York City: ‘Beastie Boys Square’
*A street corner in New York City’s Lower East Side is officially named after the legendary rap group the Beastie Boys.
As People reports, Adam “Ad-Rock” Horovitz and Michael “Mike D” Diamond attended the unveiling on Saturday on the corner of Ludlow and Rivington. The intersection appears on the cover of their 1989 LP “Paul’s Boutique.”
The New York City Council first voted against renaming the area “Beastie Boys Square” in 2014, but approved the name change eight years later, in 2022, Rolling Stone reports.
“We walk around these streets and we don’t really think about who they’re named after, like Ludlow Street, Irving Street, Father Demo Square,” Horovitz, 56, said, per Rolling Stone.
“But it makes me really happy to know that some kid on their way to school 50 years from now is gonna pass by this and look up and be like, ‘What the f— is a Beastie Boy and why the f— do they have a square?’”
Horovitz also thanked the city of New York “for teaching us what to look at, what to listen to, what to wear, how to love, how to live.”
Beastie Boy Adam Yauch, better known as MCA, died in 2012 from parotid cancer. After his death, the group disbanded.
“The second we heard rap music, it was so revolutionary and so exciting, the fact that we somehow got to go from being literally kids listening to every hip-hop record, mixtape, song we could possibly try to memorize every word, thinking that we’d be able to actually make a rap record, and go on to make those rap records, and now here we are all those years later, thank you so much for everything,” Diamond, 57, told the crowd Saturday, per Rolling Stone.
“I wanna thank everyone that loves Beastie Boys music,” Ad-Rock said. “I don’t really understand why, but I know that I love it, so in a way that makes us kind of friends, like we bonded over these weird records, so thank you.”
The Instagram account for the Beastie Boys Square initiative celebrated the street naming in a post that read: “Ladies & Gentlemen after almost 10 years of hard work via @heterodoxxinc it is with great pleasure to welcome all to #BeastieBoysSquare. Formally unveiled and dedicated September 9th 2023, which included utilizing art to make a difference, new mural by @daniellebknyc, and additional fence street art by #HeteroDoxXInc. Salute to @beastieboys @garbagefeet, @miked, and #RIPMCA”
The post continued, “S/O to their families, Beastie Boys team, friends, and fans, for the #BeastieBoysSquare support over the years, despite being voted against 24 to 1 by the local community board, then they attempted to sabotage the campaign, including I democratically banning it for five years, however the fight was right and #HipHopDontStop, in turn now @beastieboys is another Hip Hop landmark on the map via #HeteroDoxXInc. Happy 50th Anniversary to Hip Hop, and thank you Beastie Boys for your significant contribution to the art & culture.”
#BoxOfficeNews: ‘The Equalizer 3’ Earns $100 million at Global Box Office
*“The Nun II” pushed Sony’s “The Equalizer 3” out of the top spot at the box office this weekend.
“The Equalizer 3” earned $42 million across its four-day debut and $100 million at the global box office, Collider reports.
Warner Bros. “The Nun II” earned an estimated $32.6 million across the U.S. and Canada, with a global opening of $85.3M.
Taissa Farmiga leads the cast as Sister Irene in “The Nun 2”. Per What to Watch, the official synopsis states: “1956 – France. A priest is murdered. An evil is spreading. The sequel to the worldwide smash hit follows Sister Irene as she once again comes face-to-face with Valak, the demon nun.”
Meanwhile, Washington returns as Robert McCall for the third installment in “The Equalizer” action movie franchise, and once again, he’s protecting Dakota Fanning from bad guys.
Per the official synopsis, “Since giving up his life as a government assassin, Robert McCall (Washington) has struggled to reconcile the horrific things he’s done in the past and finds a strange solace in serving justice on behalf of the oppressed. Finding himself surprisingly at home in Southern Italy, he discovers his new friends are under the control of local crime bosses. As events turn deadly, McCall knows what he has to do: become his friends’ protector by taking on the mafia.”
According to Urban Hollywood 411, Sony Pictures said this is “the final chapter” of the franchise.
As TheWrap reports, “The Equalizer 2” earned $190 million at the box office in 2018 compared to “The Equalizer” which earned $193 million in 2014.
Meanwhile, “Barbie” rounded out the top 5 at the U.S. box office with $5.9 million. The film has earned $1.4 billion worldwide.
Escaped Killer Danelo Cavalcante Now Considered “Armed and Extremely Dangerous” After Stealing Rifle from Garage
An escaped killer is now armed as he continues to evade law enforcement.
Danelo Cavalcante has been on the run since August 31 after successfully pulling off a prison break. Surveillance footage captured the moment Cavalcante climbed a wall, then the roof, and fled the Chester County Prison in Pocopson Township in Pennsylvania. Since then, there has been a manhunt for Cavalcante, which has taken a disturbing new turn.
Monday night, a homeowner spotted Cavalcante in his garage. After breaking in, the convict snatched a .22 rifle. That is when the homeowner fired several rounds at Cavalcante and the 34-year-old ran off with the gun.
Pennsylvania State Police Lt. Col. George Bivens says they have no reason to believe Cavalcante was injured by the gunfire.
Just last month, Cavalcante received life in prison without parole for stabbing his ex-girlfriend in 2021. His mother, Iracema, says he also killed another man in his native Brazil in 2017. Even though she would like her son to turn himself in peacefully, Iracema told the New York Times that if it comes down to it, she’d prefer her son be killed quickly rather than live his life behind bars.
Authorities believe that Cavalcante’s upbringing in rural Brazil is why he could likely survive for a while on the run. His being armed now is only adding to those concerns. Law enforcement officers are urging anyone who may encounter Cavalcante to get away from him as quickly as possible and notify the police. The search for the murderer has now grown to over 500 officers, with the FBI, Pennsylvania State Police, and U.S. Marshals all hunting Cavalcante. An arsenal of resources is being used to locate the fugitive, including K-9s and helicopters. Detectives believe Cavalcante has made contact with former affiliates for assistance, though it doesn’t appear he is being aided.
Friends of Kanye West’s Wife Are ‘Extremely Concerned’ About Her Wellbeing Amid Italy Boat Ride and Ban.
Kanye West and his wife Bianca Censori have made numerous headlines this week after their questionable conduct on a boat while in Venice, Italy, went viral online.
Their controversial moment infuriated the water taxi company, Venezia Turismo Motoscafi, so much so that they issued a lifetime ban on West and Censori, prohibiting them from stepping on their property in the future.
Now, friends of the 28-year-old have voiced their concerns about her recent behaviors and stated their fears about the influence her supposed 46-year-old husband has over her.
According to Daily Mail, Censori’s friends described her as “stuck.”
“Her friends are trying to save her, but no one can because of the blockades Kanye has put up [around her],” a friend told the outlet.
They continued, “Everyone is extremely concerned. This isn’t who she is. She is an incredibly outspoken and lively person who is never one to keep her mouth shut.” The insider also noted that Censori “has no one right now and it’s scary.”
Censori’s peers also believe that her relationship with the “Gold Digger” rapper is comparable to his former marriage with Kim Kardashian, in the sense that West heavily influences her style choices and views her as his new muse.
“Kanye is trying to make Bianca into a radicalized version of Kim – almost like Kim 2.0,” the source said. “The difference is that when Kim was with Kanye he was respected in the fashion world. He has since lost this respect.”
The friend confirmed that Censori “knew what she was getting” herself into by being romantically linked with West, but yet “she found him charming.”
Reports about Ye finding love again two months after his divorce from the “Skims” founder was finalized came to be in January. TMZ was the first to break the news, reporting that the Grammy winner had married his architectural designer.
The alleged newlyweds said their “I do’s” in a private ceremony. However, they have yet to obtain an actual marriage license.
West’s high-profile relationship with Kardashian began when the two popped out as an item in 2012, and they quickly became a power couple in Hollywood.
Their decade-long union ended in 2021, and today they co-parent four children together: 10-year-old North West, 7-year-old Saint West, 5-year-old Chicago West, and 4-year-old Psalm West.
Since those breakout Grammy wins, Linger Awhile has rocketed to the top of Amazon Best Sellers, Billboard Jazz, Pandora Trendsetters, iTunes, and Amazon’s digital music and CD sales, among other charts. The record has captured the hearts and imaginations of music fans worldwide, boosting her social media followers over the 1 million mark and helping her tour dates rapidly sell out.
In January, Joy recorded a Spotify Singles session, delivering a live version of her 2022 cover of Nancy Wilson’s “Guess Who I Saw Today” and a new cover of Adele’s heartfelt 2011 hit ballad “Someone Like You.” The latter reimagined the song with her rich, luxurious vocals over a minimal, poignant organ backing.
Speaking in an interview with CBS ahead of the Grammys, Joy reflected on introducing jazz to a new generation. “People come up to me [and say], ‘I saw you on TikTok, and then I found out you were coming to my city, and I bought tickets immediately just because of how much your voice impacted me,’” she said.
#HipHopNews: B.G. Hints At Dropping 8 New Albums In Facetime Call With 2 Chainz: 'I Got Too
On Saturday (September 9), the Georgia native shared a clip of him talking to the Hot Boys MC in which the latter revealed his goals now that he has the freedom to continue his career in Hip Hop.
“If everything work out, man, I should be back on the road by November, man, December,” he could be heard saying through the phone speakers. “I’m lookin’ forward to it, but I’m boutta get in this lab – do me about seven, eight albums right quick, and just get to leakin’ that shit, man, puttin’ that shit out, floodin’ the streets.”
In 2012, B.G. was condemned to 14 years behind bars after pleading guilty to two counts of possession of a firearm and one count of conspiracy to obstruct justice stemming from a 2009 traffic stop arrest. Earlier this month, he was released after serving the majority of his sentence.
Soon after, Birdman announced that the 43-year-old will be rejoining the label he called home during the height of his career now that he’s a free man. On Friday (September 8), Stunna confirmed on The 85 South Show that the New Orleans rapper will once again be a member of the Cash Money family.
“For the record, I just want n-ggas to know that my n-gga [B.G.] official Cash Money — ain’t no cap in that,” Birdman declared. “Ya heard me? Ain’t nobody he can ever sign with beside this shit. I’m bringing all this shit together. B.G. signed to Cash Money so y’all don’t got to hear it from nowhere else.”
Birdman’s comments may have possibly been aimed at fellow rap mogul Gucci Mane, who offered to give B.G. a $1 million record deal upon his release from prison last year.
“My 1017 family help me welcome home the living legend @BGHollyHood!” Guwop tweeted after since-debunked rumors of B.G.’s release began circulating in 2022. “Glad u home bruh! Got so much love and respect for u as a man and artist! Get at me, I got a milli for u! Wanna sign u to 1017!!!!! #1017Mafia [money bag emojis].”
Aaron Rodgers Injured, Carted Off Field After First Drive of NFL Season
Aaron Rodgers‘ football season appears to be in jeopardy after just one play.
The 39-year-old quarterback is making his debut with the New York Jets and things aren’t looking great after the first moments of his first game.
Aaron was injured during the first drive of the game during a Monday Night Football match against the Buffalo Bills on Monday (September 11) at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.
During the first down of the Jets’ first offensive possesion of the game, Aaron was sacked by Bills player Leonard Floyd.
Aaron has been facing a calf injury during workouts this year and his leg appeared to be what was injured. He was helped off the field and then carted to the locker room.
The official Jets account tweeted that Aaron is “questionable to return” to game and noted that his ankle was affected.
Zach Wilson is now playing for the Jets in Aaron‘s place.
Lil Nas X's Brother Says Singer Helped Him Come Out as Bisexual and 'Opened Doors for a Lot of People'
The "Industry Baby" musician's new documentary Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival over the weekend, and Entertainment Weekly reported the movie finds his brother opening up about how the performer inspired him to come out as bisexual.
"My brother really opened doors for a lot of people," Hill reportedly says in the film. "Yeah, he opened a door for me. What I mean by that, like, I'm not gay, though, you feel me? I'm bisexual. He helped me be real with myself. My brother made me more open to it."
Hill reportedly told cameras he was concerned about how publicly coming to terms with his own sexuality could impact various relationships in his life. Ultimately, he was inspired by Lil Nas X, 24, to live his truth.
"If you f--- with me, you f--- with me. If you don't, you don't. Bye. Get out of my presence. I don't need you," said Hill, per EW, in the documentary.
He reportedly added, "At the end of the day, people are going to f--- with who they f--- with, so stop trying to chase a friend. A friend is going to always be there."
The film follows Lil Nas X on his Long Live Montero Tour and features footage of him in rehearsal, hanging with his large, boisterous family and meeting Madonna.
During its premiere on Saturday, the "Old Town Road" singer said he hopes viewers “get some realness from it because I'm always like, joking and trolling like 24/7," adding, "I hope they get a real side of me, and hopefully they love it."
Lil Nas X may have inspired his brother to come out, but the Grammy winner wasn't the first musician to embrace his sexuality in public. In an interview with Heavy earlier this year, he spoke about looking up to fellow queer pop star Adam Lambert for paving the way.
"I did thank him in person, actually. I really appreciate all the love that he’s shown me and I definitely don’t take it for granted. And I appreciate all the doors that him and people like him opened," said Lil Nas X at the time.
Lambert later responded to his comments during an episode of Watch What Happens Live. "That was very flattering that he even knows who I am," said the American Idol alum. "I think he’s such a rock star, and so bold and brave, and I love what he’s doing."
‘The Jennifer Hudson Show’ & Sherri Shepherd’s ‘Sherri’ Renewed
Warner Bros. Discovery has confirmed that The Jennifer Hudson Show will return for a second season on Fox Television Stations this fall, which will see the EGOT winner back in the hot seat and chatting with an array of famous guests.
Meanwhile, Fox Television Stations also confirmed that Sherri Shepherd‘s talk show Sherri will return for two more years, taking the series through the 2024-25 season.
The Jennifer Hudson Show premiered in September 2022 and became one of the 2022-23 season’s No. 1 new first-run series in its premiere week. It was also the only new program to be nominated for a 2022 People’s Choice Award in the Daytime Talk Show category.
“Working on this show alongside my incredible team and our amazing partners has been one of the greatest joys of my career,” Hudson said in a statement. “We have been on this journey together from day one and I am so thrilled to take it to the next level.”
The Respect actress continued, “I could not be more grateful to audiences across America for letting me into their homes everyday as we empower and inspire one another. I can’t wait to show you what we have up our sleeves in season two!”
“Jennifer is an incredible talent and can literally accomplish anything she sets her sights on,” added Mike Darnell, President, Warner Bros. Unscripted Television. “This show is second to none because of her and all of the talented producers and crew who work daily to make every single episode special. A season two pick-up this early on proves that this show is here to stay.”
Sherri, meanwhile, launched earlier this fall as a replacement for The Wendy Williams Show, as Williams has remained off-screen due to a prolonged illness.
“I launched this show with the mission to give daytime viewers a ‘good time,’ just like my theme song says,” Shepherd said (via THR). “I am so appreciative that Fox and Debmar-Mercury have partnered with me to continue bringing more laughter, joy and inspiration to my audience.”
“We initially sold Sherri for one year based on our strong belief that this extraordinarily talented host would be successful, and her show would become a long-term talk franchise,” added Debmar-Mercury Co-Presidents Ira Bernstein and Mort Marcus.
“Our thanks go to our good friends and longtime partners at FOX, who shared in our enthusiasm and have renewed their faith in Sherri with this long-term commitment.
Spain soccer chief Luis Rubiales resigns following forced kiss on player during World Cup celebration
“After the quick suspension carried out by FIFA, plus the rest of the open proceedings against me, it is evident that I will not be able to return to my position,” he said in an open letter in Spanish that was shared on social media. “Insisting on waiting and clinging to it is not going to contribute to anything positive, neither for the federation nor for Spanish football — among other things, because there are powers that be that will prevent my return.”
Earlier this month, Rubiales was given a 90-day suspension from his post amid an investigation. Last week, the player that he kissed, Jenni Hermoso, filed a complaint of sexual assault and coercion with the Spanish high court. In light of the situation, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) Territorial Presidents released a collective statement requesting that Rubiales step down
“After the latest events and the unacceptable behaviors that have seriously damaged the image of Spanish football, the presidents request that Mr. Luis Rubiales immediately present his resignation,” the statement read.
In addition to the aforementioned letter, the disgraced official appeared in a new interview with Piers Morgan, where he further explained the ultimate reasoning behind his decision. “I cannot continue my work. My father, my daughters, I spoke with them,” he explained in the above clip. “They know it is not a question about me, some friends very close to me, and they say to me, ‘Luis, now you have to focus on your dignity and to continue your life. Probably you are going to damage people you love.'”
5 Ex-Memphis Officers Involved In Tyre Nichols Beating Death Indicted On Federal Charges
Five former Memphis police officers were charged Tuesday with federal civil rights violations in the beating death of Tyre Nichols as they continue to fight second-degree murder charges in state courts arising from the killing.
via: BET
The ex-officers – Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, Justin Smith, Emmitt Martin III and Desmond Mills Jr. – face several charges, including deprivation of rights, the use of excessive force and conspiracy to witness-tamper.
Shocking police bodycam video shows several officers pulling Nichols, 29, from his vehicle during a Jan. 7 traffic stop for alleged reckless driving and brutally beating him for no apparent reason. Nichols, the father of a 4-year-old son, died three days later in a hospital. According to authorities, the traffic stop led to a “confrontation” and Nichols fled the scene on foot as he was pursued by police.
In a separate state prosecution, the officers pleaded not guilty in February to second-degree murder, aggravated assault, two counts of aggravated kidnapping, two counts of official misconduct and official oppression.
In July, the Justice Department launched a pattern or practice investigation of Memphis and the Memphis Police Department to determine whether the police systemically uses excessive force and discriminates against Black residents.
Street Named After Beastie Boys in New York City: ‘Beastie Boys Square’
As People reports, Adam “Ad-Rock” Horovitz and Michael “Mike D” Diamond attended the unveiling on Saturday on the corner of Ludlow and Rivington. The intersection appears on the cover of their 1989 LP “Paul’s Boutique.”
The New York City Council first voted against renaming the area “Beastie Boys Square” in 2014, but approved the name change eight years later, in 2022, Rolling Stone reports.
“We walk around these streets and we don’t really think about who they’re named after, like Ludlow Street, Irving Street, Father Demo Square,” Horovitz, 56, said, per Rolling Stone.
“But it makes me really happy to know that some kid on their way to school 50 years from now is gonna pass by this and look up and be like, ‘What the f— is a Beastie Boy and why the f— do they have a square?’”
Horovitz also thanked the city of New York “for teaching us what to look at, what to listen to, what to wear, how to love, how to live.”
Beastie Boy Adam Yauch, better known as MCA, died in 2012 from parotid cancer. After his death, the group disbanded.
“The second we heard rap music, it was so revolutionary and so exciting, the fact that we somehow got to go from being literally kids listening to every hip-hop record, mixtape, song we could possibly try to memorize every word, thinking that we’d be able to actually make a rap record, and go on to make those rap records, and now here we are all those years later, thank you so much for everything,” Diamond, 57, told the crowd Saturday, per Rolling Stone.
“I wanna thank everyone that loves Beastie Boys music,” Ad-Rock said. “I don’t really understand why, but I know that I love it, so in a way that makes us kind of friends, like we bonded over these weird records, so thank you.”
The Instagram account for the Beastie Boys Square initiative celebrated the street naming in a post that read: “Ladies & Gentlemen after almost 10 years of hard work via @heterodoxxinc it is with great pleasure to welcome all to #BeastieBoysSquare. Formally unveiled and dedicated September 9th 2023, which included utilizing art to make a difference, new mural by @daniellebknyc, and additional fence street art by #HeteroDoxXInc. Salute to @beastieboys @garbagefeet, @miked, and #RIPMCA”
The post continued, “S/O to their families, Beastie Boys team, friends, and fans, for the #BeastieBoysSquare support over the years, despite being voted against 24 to 1 by the local community board, then they attempted to sabotage the campaign, including I democratically banning it for five years, however the fight was right and #HipHopDontStop, in turn now @beastieboys is another Hip Hop landmark on the map via #HeteroDoxXInc. Happy 50th Anniversary to Hip Hop, and thank you Beastie Boys for your significant contribution to the art & culture.”
#BoxOfficeNews: ‘The Equalizer 3’ Earns $100 million at Global Box Office
*“The Nun II” pushed Sony’s “The Equalizer 3” out of the top spot at the box office this weekend.
“The Equalizer 3” earned $42 million across its four-day debut and $100 million at the global box office, Collider reports.
Warner Bros. “The Nun II” earned an estimated $32.6 million across the U.S. and Canada, with a global opening of $85.3M.
Taissa Farmiga leads the cast as Sister Irene in “The Nun 2”. Per What to Watch, the official synopsis states: “1956 – France. A priest is murdered. An evil is spreading. The sequel to the worldwide smash hit follows Sister Irene as she once again comes face-to-face with Valak, the demon nun.”
Meanwhile, Washington returns as Robert McCall for the third installment in “The Equalizer” action movie franchise, and once again, he’s protecting Dakota Fanning from bad guys.
Per the official synopsis, “Since giving up his life as a government assassin, Robert McCall (Washington) has struggled to reconcile the horrific things he’s done in the past and finds a strange solace in serving justice on behalf of the oppressed. Finding himself surprisingly at home in Southern Italy, he discovers his new friends are under the control of local crime bosses. As events turn deadly, McCall knows what he has to do: become his friends’ protector by taking on the mafia.”
According to Urban Hollywood 411, Sony Pictures said this is “the final chapter” of the franchise.
As TheWrap reports, “The Equalizer 2” earned $190 million at the box office in 2018 compared to “The Equalizer” which earned $193 million in 2014.
Meanwhile, “Barbie” rounded out the top 5 at the U.S. box office with $5.9 million. The film has earned $1.4 billion worldwide.
Escaped Killer Danelo Cavalcante Now Considered “Armed and Extremely Dangerous” After Stealing Rifle from Garage
Danelo Cavalcante has been on the run since August 31 after successfully pulling off a prison break. Surveillance footage captured the moment Cavalcante climbed a wall, then the roof, and fled the Chester County Prison in Pocopson Township in Pennsylvania. Since then, there has been a manhunt for Cavalcante, which has taken a disturbing new turn.
Monday night, a homeowner spotted Cavalcante in his garage. After breaking in, the convict snatched a .22 rifle. That is when the homeowner fired several rounds at Cavalcante and the 34-year-old ran off with the gun.
Pennsylvania State Police Lt. Col. George Bivens says they have no reason to believe Cavalcante was injured by the gunfire.
Just last month, Cavalcante received life in prison without parole for stabbing his ex-girlfriend in 2021. His mother, Iracema, says he also killed another man in his native Brazil in 2017. Even though she would like her son to turn himself in peacefully, Iracema told the New York Times that if it comes down to it, she’d prefer her son be killed quickly rather than live his life behind bars.
Authorities believe that Cavalcante’s upbringing in rural Brazil is why he could likely survive for a while on the run. His being armed now is only adding to those concerns. Law enforcement officers are urging anyone who may encounter Cavalcante to get away from him as quickly as possible and notify the police. The search for the murderer has now grown to over 500 officers, with the FBI, Pennsylvania State Police, and U.S. Marshals all hunting Cavalcante. An arsenal of resources is being used to locate the fugitive, including K-9s and helicopters. Detectives believe Cavalcante has made contact with former affiliates for assistance, though it doesn’t appear he is being aided.
Friends of Kanye West’s Wife Are ‘Extremely Concerned’ About Her Wellbeing Amid Italy Boat Ride and Ban.
Kanye West and his wife Bianca Censori have made numerous headlines this week after their questionable conduct on a boat while in Venice, Italy, went viral online.
Their controversial moment infuriated the water taxi company, Venezia Turismo Motoscafi, so much so that they issued a lifetime ban on West and Censori, prohibiting them from stepping on their property in the future.
Now, friends of the 28-year-old have voiced their concerns about her recent behaviors and stated their fears about the influence her supposed 46-year-old husband has over her.
According to Daily Mail, Censori’s friends described her as “stuck.”
“Her friends are trying to save her, but no one can because of the blockades Kanye has put up [around her],” a friend told the outlet.
They continued, “Everyone is extremely concerned. This isn’t who she is. She is an incredibly outspoken and lively person who is never one to keep her mouth shut.” The insider also noted that Censori “has no one right now and it’s scary.”
Censori’s peers also believe that her relationship with the “Gold Digger” rapper is comparable to his former marriage with Kim Kardashian, in the sense that West heavily influences her style choices and views her as his new muse.
“Kanye is trying to make Bianca into a radicalized version of Kim – almost like Kim 2.0,” the source said. “The difference is that when Kim was with Kanye he was respected in the fashion world. He has since lost this respect.”
The friend confirmed that Censori “knew what she was getting” herself into by being romantically linked with West, but yet “she found him charming.”
Reports about Ye finding love again two months after his divorce from the “Skims” founder was finalized came to be in January. TMZ was the first to break the news, reporting that the Grammy winner had married his architectural designer.
The alleged newlyweds said their “I do’s” in a private ceremony. However, they have yet to obtain an actual marriage license.
West’s high-profile relationship with Kardashian began when the two popped out as an item in 2012, and they quickly became a power couple in Hollywood.
Their decade-long union ended in 2021, and today they co-parent four children together: 10-year-old North West, 7-year-old Saint West, 5-year-old Chicago West, and 4-year-old Psalm West.
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