#FASHIONFAB: Jennifer Lopez for Coach’s Fall 2023 Ad Campaign!
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#RHOA: Shereé Whitfield Addresses Plastic Surgery Accusations in Outrageous Reunion Bonus Clip!
Shereé Whitfield is ready to check Kandi Burruss over her plastic surgery accusations.
The Real Housewives of Atlanta costars go to war over rumors about their appearances in E! News' exclusive sneak peek at Peacock's extended version of the Bravo series' season 15 reunion. The explosive exchange pops off after the She by Shereé founder denies altering her look as of late.
"You do the same," Shereé tells Kandi in the preview. "You had your body done four times, honey, at least. So, we all know you're a lover of plastic surgery."
When Kandi fires back with, "I have not had my body done four times," her castmate quips, "Was it three?"
However, Kandi does admit to some previous nips and tucks. "First of all, let's be clear: I have never denied getting plastic surgery," the Xscape singer clarifies before addressing Shereé. "You done had tummy tucks, you done had breast jobs, you got nose jobs multiple times. Before we even met you on this season, that was a nose job."
Although Shereé continues to deny the claims. "You're lying!" she tells Kandi before confirming the recent rhinoplasty by admitting, "This is my first tweak."
Kenya Moore and Drew Sidora laugh at Shereé's assertion this is her first nose job, with Drew commenting, "Well, maybe you didn't admit it. She didn't admit it, but we see it."
Sanya Richards-Ross chimes in, "You had a nose job, who cares?!"
And catch the extended and uncensored version of the RHOA reunion part one exclusively on Peacock Sept. 4. Part two airs Sept. 10 on Bravo.
#NewMusic from Syleena Johnson Releases New Single “Monsters In The Closet”
Syleena Johnson shares her vulnerability through the new single “Monsters in the Closet”. The accompanying video for the song offers an unusual twist, as a younger Syleena Johnson appears to be singing the words to the new song.
LISTEN HERE
#RHOA: Shereé Whitfield Addresses Plastic Surgery Accusations in Outrageous Reunion Bonus Clip!
The Real Housewives of Atlanta costars go to war over rumors about their appearances in E! News' exclusive sneak peek at Peacock's extended version of the Bravo series' season 15 reunion. The explosive exchange pops off after the She by Shereé founder denies altering her look as of late.
"You do the same," Shereé tells Kandi in the preview. "You had your body done four times, honey, at least. So, we all know you're a lover of plastic surgery."
When Kandi fires back with, "I have not had my body done four times," her castmate quips, "Was it three?"
However, Kandi does admit to some previous nips and tucks. "First of all, let's be clear: I have never denied getting plastic surgery," the Xscape singer clarifies before addressing Shereé. "You done had tummy tucks, you done had breast jobs, you got nose jobs multiple times. Before we even met you on this season, that was a nose job."
Although Shereé continues to deny the claims. "You're lying!" she tells Kandi before confirming the recent rhinoplasty by admitting, "This is my first tweak."
Kenya Moore and Drew Sidora laugh at Shereé's assertion this is her first nose job, with Drew commenting, "Well, maybe you didn't admit it. She didn't admit it, but we see it."
Sanya Richards-Ross chimes in, "You had a nose job, who cares?!"
And catch the extended and uncensored version of the RHOA reunion part one exclusively on Peacock Sept. 4. Part two airs Sept. 10 on Bravo.
#NewMusic from Syleena Johnson Releases New Single “Monsters In The Closet”
Syleena Johnson shares her vulnerability through the new single “Monsters in the Closet”. The accompanying video for the song offers an unusual twist, as a younger Syleena Johnson appears to be singing the words to the new song.
LISTEN HERE
It all serves to tie back to the story captured in the song which is very deep and personal.
This is the first new music we’re getting from Syleena Johnson since she released the deluxe edition of her album “Woman” in 2021.
#HipHopNews: A Two-Part Doc Highlighting The Megan Thee Stallion & Tory Lanez Case Comes Out This Week
Discovery Plus is releasing a two-part documentary about Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez on Monday (Sept. 4). The new doc is set to shed light on the controversial incident that has been the talk of the hip hop world. The forthcoming show promises to provide a deeper understanding of the events surrounding the altercation between the two artists.
Megan Pete, professionally known as Megan Thee Stallion, and Daystar Peterson, better known as Tory Lanez, were involved in an incident where Megan was shot in the feet following a Hollywood Hills party. The event led to legal battles, public accusations, and intense speculation.
The documentary, helmed by acclaimed filmmaker Emily Doe, seeks to uncover the situation’s complexities, offering an in-depth look at the events leading up to and following the altercation. Doe, known for her thought-provoking work, aims to provide a comprehensive narrative beyond the headlines and social media chatter.
While the specifics of the documentary’s content remain wrapped, it is expected to feature exclusive interviews with Megan Thee Stallion, Tory Lanez, and key figures involved in the case. Additionally, it will delve into the broader implications of the incident, including its impact on the industry and the conversation surrounding violence against women in hip hop.
The Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez saga has been a polarizing topic within the music community, sparking debates and discussions about accountability, respect, and much more. As the documentary’s release date draws near, anticipation is building among fans and industry insiders alike, eager to gain new insights into a case that has left many questions unanswered.
Many fans do not necessarily enjoy the idea of a documentary profiting from the back of such a traumatic event. One fan took to Twitter to say, “First the [Depp v. Heard] documentary on Netflix and now this? Women’s trauma is just clickbait to these studios, and they genuinely do not care about how Amber and Megan were dogpiled by the media just for being honest, and I’d go as far to say that they encourage this mistreatment.”
The project is set to be a pivotal moment in the ongoing narrative of this controversy, offering an opportunity for both artists to share their perspectives and for the public to engage in a more informed conversation about the incident that has shaken the industry’s core.
Prince Harry Looks Unimpressed At Beyonce's 'Renaissance' Concert With Meghan Markle
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were among the attendees at Beyonce Knowles' "Renaissance" tour stop at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles Friday night, September 1. While the Duchess of Sussex seemed to have the best night of her life, it wasn't the case for her husband.
In a photo from the night, the Duke of Sussex appeared to look "bored." The 38-year-old British prince could be seen staring into the distance with a stoic expression. He also had his hands in his pockets.
At one point, Harry was also pictured checking his phone. As for Meghan, the mom of two totally enjoyed the show as she was dancing to Queen Bey's hits alongside her mom Doria Ragland.
Harry was pictured putting his attention at his phone at Beyonce's concert.
For the show, Harry donned a gray T-shirt underneath a matching outer that he paired with white pants. Meghan and the rest of their entourage, meanwhile, got Beyonce's birthday request as they stepped out in silver outfits. The former star of "Suits" opted for a white sleeveless top and a sequined skirt for the fun-filled night.
Upon catching wind of the pictures, one Internet user joked that Harry looked as if he was "being held hostage" during the show. Another said that he appeared "positively bored out of his skull."
A third person, meanwhile, wrote, "Harry, the most miserable man to ever watch a Beyonce gig. Clearly in a foul mood and doesn't care who sees it." One other noted, "Dude looked miserable."
Some others defended Harry with one saying, "I need someone to tell me if Jay-Z smiles and jumps around for the duration of every Beyonce concert. You peeps need to stop analy[z]ing every single thing Harry does." Another called it "admirable" and "sweet" of Harry to go out and celebrate Doria's birthday, which falls so close to the anniversary of Princess Diana's death.
Kanye West And Wife Bianca Censori Banned From Boarding Venice Boat Over Alleged Lewd Act
Kanye West and his "wife" Bianca Censori are banned for life from boarding a Venice boat company's vessels after the rapper flashed his bare butt on board. The boating firm has called out the pair for the obscene behavior and banned them from ever boarding one of its boats again after the 46-year-old was photographed with his pants down during a boat ride in Italy with his wife.
Venezia Turismo Motoscafi told Daily Mail Australia, "The driver had to keep a lookout for traffic and did not see these obscenities. If this had happened, he would have immediately disembarked and reported the transgressors to those in authority."
A third person with the couple "obstructed the captain's view" into the back of the boat. They continued, "We completely dissociate ourselves from such acts and behavior. Mr. West and his wife will certainly no longer be welcome on board our company's boats."
Controversial Ye exposed his bare bum to tourists in neighboring boats while riding the river taxi in Venice's famed canals, while Bianca is regularly seen wearing revealing outfits. And his ex-wife Kim Kardashian is said to be "desperately embarrassed and worried" by his pantless antics. During his bottom-baring outing, Kanye was dressed head-to-toe in his signature black, while Bianca donned a leather trench coat with little to nothing under it.
A source told The Sun, "It's hard for (Kim) because as soon as she thinks she can move on, something like this happens and she's pulled back into it. It's like every time Kanye and Bianca pull these nearly-naked stunts, it reminds everyone that Kim dressed up in skintight nude outfits during the marriage. She'd rather put it behind her and forget about it."
Chris Rock and Diplo escapes Burning Man festival as 70,000 fans remain trapped due to rainfall
Chris Rock is among the few who managed to escape being stuck on the grounds of the Burning Man festival this weekend in the Nevada desert. Authorities say that around 70,000 people remain stranded with dwindling food and water supplies in the swamped area.
As of Sunday (Sept. 3), at least one death is being investigated, according to CNN. “The family has been notified, and the death is under investigation,” the Pershing County Sheriff’s Office told the news outlet. The person, whose identity has not been made public, was found in a dry lake bed. No other details about the tragedy have been revealed. Attendees were told to hunker down as they weathered the storm.
“Burning Man is a community of people who are prepared to support one another. We have come here knowing this is a place where we bring everything we need to survive. It is because of this that we are all well-prepared for a weather event like this,” said organizers in a “2023 Wet Playa Survival Guide” that was posted on the event website.
Roads surrounding Black Rock Desert have been closed since Friday (Sept. 1), when a torrential downpour flooded the grounds, causing thick mud to trap RVs and cars. The comedian, however, got out just in the nick of time with Diplo sometime on Saturday (Sept. 2).
The producer shared a video of himself, Rock, and several others huddled on the back of a vehicle as they sped through what appeared to be no man’s land. “Just walked five miles in the mud out of Burning Man with Chris Rock, and a fan picked us up,” he tweeted. Despite the circumstances, the stand-up comic seemed in good spirits while sporting a smile, dark-tinted shards, a New York Knicks jacket, and speaking about his desire to get a “cold brew right now.”
On Instagram, Diplo wrote, “Legit walked the side of the road for hours with my thumb out cuz I have a show in D.C. tonight and didn’t want to let y’all down. Also, shoutout to this guy for making the smart purchase of a truck, not knowing it was for this exact moment.”
At this rate, festival organizers believe that a mass exodus will not be viable until late Monday, but even that is contingent upon today’s rainfall and the condition of roadways.
#RIPSteveHarwell, Former Lead Singer of Smash Mouth, Dies at 56
Steve Harwell, the former lead singer and frontman for Smash Mouth, has died. He was 56. Harwell died at his home in Boise, Idaho, on Monday morning. The musician was in hospice care after serious health complications.
Harwell’s manager Robert Hayes confirmed the news to Variety, writing in a statement, “Steve Harwell was a true American Original. A larger than life character who shot up into the sky like a Roman candle. Steve should be remembered for his unwavering focus and impassioned determination to reach the heights of pop stardom. And the fact that he achieved this near-impossible goal with very limited musical experience makes his accomplishments all the more remarkable. His only tools were his irrepressible charm and charisma, his fearlessly reckless ambition, and his king-size cajones. Steve lived a 100% full-throttle life. Burning brightly across the universe before burning out.”
Harwell co-founded Smash Mouth in 1994 with drummer Kevin Coleman, guitarist Greg Camp and bassist Paul De Lisle. The band was known for such hits as “All Star” and their cover of The Monkees’ “I’m a Believer.”
#BoxOfficeNews: 'The Equalizer 3' Makes Second Best Labor Day Opening in Box Office History
'The Equalizer 3' Makes Second Best Labor Day Opening in Box Office History. The Equalizer 3 is making a big splash in its opening weekend!
The action movie directed by Antoine Fuqua stars Denzel Washington, Dakota Fanning, and Eugenio Mastrandrea. In the film, Denzel‘s character, Robert McCall, reconciles his dark past and makes new allies in Southern Italy while taking on local crime bosses.
The Equalizer 3 will reach $42 million over the four-day Labor Day weekend (Sept. 1-4), which is the second-best opening of the holiday weekend in box office history
The Equalizer 3 ranks behind only Marvel Studios’ Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, which released in 2021 and generated $94.5 million in it’s Labor Day opening weekend.
The franchise’s third entry currently holds a 76% “fresh” critic approval score from 95 reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, a step up from The Equalizer 2‘s 52% “rotten” score and The Equalizer‘s 61% “fresh” score.
Fans are accusing Victoria's Secret of copying Savage x Fenty.
These days, Rihanna is known for far more than just her music career. The Super Bowl LVII halftime star is the founder of makeup brand Fenty Beauty by Rihanna, and the founder of size-inclusive lingerie, sleepwear and loungewear brand Savage X Fenty. Although she stepped down as the brand’s CEO this year, the "Work" singer is still eponymous with the line, and with spotlighting how brands such as Victoria’s Secret may have fallen out of touch.
Rihanna fans are pointing out that Victoria’s Secret's design for the brand's upcoming runway show looks quite similar to one used for Savage x Fenty's show. But what do we really know about the longstanding drama between Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty show and Victoria’s Secret?
Why is everyone talking about Savage X Fenty and Victoria’s Secret?
Fans allege that VS copied the backdrop of Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty 2019 fashion show for the brand’s upcoming runway show short film, The Victoria's Secret World Tour.
Both designs feature models standing beneath archways. Victoria's Secret design is pink, while Savage x Fenty's is gray-blue. The comments section of Victoria's Secret Instagram post, which revealed the backdrop, quickly lit up with commenters who pointed out the similarities.
“Victoria’s Secret on its Savage X Fenty era,” commented an Instagram user.
“We all know this is the set from Savage X Fenty first show back in 2019,” wrote another.
Reps for Victoria’s Secret, however, told The Cut, "The brand was inspired by the stunning architecture on set at the Corberó Space in Barcelona where the Tour was filmed."
What happened to the original Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show?
The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, which was once a fashion industry darling, exited stage left in 2019 amid record-low viewership, growing demands for size and casting inclusivity from consumers and accusations of sexual assault within Victoria's Secret and its parent company, L Brands, during the height of the #MeToo movement.
Following the cancellation of the show, the brand introduced a series of initiatives aimed at promoting inclusion, including getting rid of their "Angels" in favor of more diverse representatives.
In 2020, the New York Times dropped an exposé on the toxic corporate culture at Victoria's Secret. Over 100 models including Christy Turlington, Amber Valletta and Alyssa Miller co-signed a letter to Victoria’s Secret CEO John Mehas urging the company to address its culture of "abuse."
Why might Victoria’s Secret be looking at Savage X Fenty?
After the Victoria’s Secret Fashion show ended in 2019, Savage X Fenty caused quite a splash with its first-ever runway debut. The 2019 Amazon Prime-streamable event featured models of all colors and genders, as well as bodies of all sizes.
And they were all “undeniably sexy,” Elle noted, adding, "Sorry, Angels, your time is up."
That anti-Victoria’s Secret vibe was felt by reporters in attendance, with Harper’s Bazaar noting the brand had "swooped in where Victoria's Secret failed, adopting a body-positive, size-inclusive approach to lingerie that celebrates and empowers a diverse spectrum of women." The Daily Beast called it a "celebration of female power."
The event was choreographed by dancer Parris Goebel, who had the models twerk and dance during the show. Rihanna told the Business of Fashion that she liked how Goebel "makes everything sexy despite society’s ideal of what sexy looks like. I don’t care about any skinny Victoria’s Secret model when I look at Parris. I want to be that woman on the inside. I want to feel that confident, I want to feel that bombastic… That is the Savage brand."
So how has Victoria’s Secret tried to keep up?
In June 2021, Victoria's Secret launched the VS Collective, a move designed to "shape the future" of the brand and demonstrate its commitment to inclusivity. The cohort included models Adut Akech, Paloma Elsesser and Valentina Sampaio, as well as athletes like skier Eileen Gu and soccer star Megan Rapinoe.
"So often I felt myself on the outside looking in with brands in the beauty and fashion industry and I'm thrilled to be creating a space that sees the true spectrum of all women," Rapinoe shared.
In 2023, Emira D’Spain became the first Black trans woman to work with Victoria’s Secret.
"I'm a really big believer in change and growth," she told Yahoo as she explained her approach to the partnership. "I was like, I'm gonna make history and every other little brown and Black, person of color, trans person, queer person...honestly, there are so many categories of people that were going to see that that would be inspired or know that they could do something similar or even open their mind to it."
Coco Gauff beats Caroline Wozniacki to reach The US Open quarters
The second set was slipping away from Coco Gauff in the US Open's fourth round Sunday, so maybe she was frustrated by that ... or the stumble that left her doing the splits while getting broken ... or the pair of double faults that helped Caroline Wozniacki take that game.
Or perhaps it was simply that the last thing she wanted to hear at that moment was the near-constant chatter coming from Brad Gilbert, one of her two coaches sitting in the front row at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Either way, Gauff turned toward Gilbert and said, "Please stop." Then, during the next game, which allowed Wozniacki to force a third set, Gauff told him, "Stop talking."
That was while Wozniacki was in the midst of grabbing four consecutive games and going up a break early in the third set. And then, just as the match seemed to be slipping away thanks in part to a slew of unforced errors, Gauff straightened out her strokes and pulled away. She collected the last six games for a 6-3, 3-6, 6-1 victory over Wozniacki, the 33-year-old mother of two who recently came out of retirement.
During her on-court interview, the sixth-seeded Gauff described the interaction with her entourage as a "stress reaction."
"I was getting frustrated. It wasn't really directed at him. It was just that I needed to reset," the sixth-seeded Gauff said. "In that moment, I just didn't want to hear anything. I just wanted to think about what I was doing."
It turned out to be a good call. With the victory, Gauff became the first American teenager since Serena Williams more than two decades ago to reach the quarterfinals at Flushing Meadows in consecutive years.
In 2022, Gauff lost to Caroline Garcia in that round; this time, the opponent will be No. 20 seed Jelena Ostapenko, who defeated top seed Iga Swiatek, 3-6, 6-3, 6-1 in the fourth round.
Gauff, whose best showing at a major was reaching the final at the 2022 French Open, has now won 15 of her past 16 matches. That run follows a first-round exit at Wimbledon in July and includes the two biggest titles of her career, at the DC Open and in Cincinnati. It also coincides with the additions of Pere Riba as her full-time coach and Gilbert in a role that has been described as a temporary consultant.
TV microphones have been picking up Gilbert repeatedly offering his thoughts to Gauff during matches over the past week.
Against Wozniacki, the 2018 Australian Open champion and twice the runner-up in New York, Gauff was trying to find the right balance between being the aggressor (what she wanted) and not going for too much (what Gilbert wanted).
Gilbert's "scouting reports are quite accurate," Gauff said. "Sometimes you have to change things up. Today I had to change things up."
It was the hottest day of the event so far, with the temperature reaching 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32 Celsius), and Gauff kept missing the mark in the second set, to the tune of 22 unforced errors. But she cleaned that up considerably down the stretch, with just eight miscues in the last set.
"She's always been a great athlete," Wozniacki said. "She's always had the backhand, the serve, the fighting spirit. I feel like right now, it's all kind of coming together for her."
In the third set, with the playing surface covered in shadows, Wozniacki told chair umpire Louise Azemar Engzell it was difficult to see the ball and requested that the stadium lights be turned on.
"I would really appreciate it," Wozniacki said.
Didn't happen. And Wozniacki, the 2018 Australian Open champion and twice a runner-up in New York, was not able to match Gauff stroke-for-stroke down the stretch.
"She's back and it's like she never left," said Gauff, who has won three of her four matches in the tournament in three sets. "To be out here on the court with her today was an honor."
Another women's quarterfinal matchup will be No. 10 Karolina Muchova against No. 30 Sorana Cirstea.
Muchova, a finalist at Wimbledon in July, reached the US Open quarterfinals for the first time by beating Wang Xinyu 6-3, 5-7, 6-1. Cirstea hadn't been to the final eight at any major since the 2009 French Open and got back to that round by defeating No. 15 Belinda Bencic 6-3, 6-3.
Beyonce Slammed For Not Showing Concert On Monitors At LA Show
Concertgoers of Beyoncé’s second show in L.A. aren’t happy with her. They’re calling her out and comparing her show to Taylor Swift’s recent show at the same venue.
Beyoncé performed her Renaissance tour at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood these past couple of nights and Swift performed a few weeks ago to cap off her U.S. leg of her Eras Tour.
Apparently, some people attended both shows and pointed out the difference between the two, the monitor system. Beyoncé didn’t have them.
SoFi has a 360-degree, circular video board — which hangs suspended in the middle of the facility and has massive LED screens all around it, TMZ reported. It helps people with further out seats see better.
In Beyoncé’s case, it appears only one monitor on the circular video board was on, while Taylor had them all on. And uh doesn’t help that some of the seats had limited views, so the monitor would have been helpful.
The venue may charge performers when they use the monitor, leaving some to feel Bey cut costs by not using it.
Fans of the artists are also bickering over a recent data chart that claims Beyonce’s Renaissance tour had broken a record by becoming the highest-grossing tour by a solo female artist since Madonna’s Sticky & Sweet Tour, raking in $461 million so far. However, it fails to acknowledge that Taylor’s Eras Tour is expected to reach billions.
California Middle Schooler Collapses And Dies After Being Forced To Run In Sweltering Heat
A 12-year-old boy collapsed and died Tuesday at a California school after running on the field on a hot day.
Yashua Robinson was participating in his physical education class at Canyon Lakes Middle School when he collapsed and became unresponsive. Despite the response of medical professionals, the boy tragically passed away at the hospital.
The family believes that the sweltering heat wave the area is experiencing played a part in Robinson’s death. NBC Los Angeles reports that the temperature reached the low- to mid-90s.
His aunt, Amarna Plummer, told the outlet that her nephew was not dressed appropriately for P.E. and told him to run as a consequence. She said that, according to other students, he complained of not feeling well.
“He was reaching out to the teacher, saying he needed some water,” she said. “He said he couldn’t breathe. He was telling the kids this.”
Additionally, Plummer told the outlet that Robinson’s mother is a P.E. teacher at a different school in the district. With the intense heatwave, she allegedly warned school administrators that it was too hot for students to be outside for P.E. However, details of the complaint are unclear.
The Lake Elsinore Unified School District confirmed that a student died on campus.
“In this difficult moment, we are deeply saddened to confirm the passing of one of our students due to a medical emergency on one of our LEUSD campuses,” it read. “Our hearts are with the family, friends, and our school community. This is a time of great sorrow for the entire community.”
The school district also said mental health and grief counselors will be available to students and staff.
Robinson’s family said they’re still awaiting official autopsy reports.
This is the first new music we’re getting from Syleena Johnson since she released the deluxe edition of her album “Woman” in 2021.
#HipHopNews: A Two-Part Doc Highlighting The Megan Thee Stallion & Tory Lanez Case Comes Out This Week
Megan Pete, professionally known as Megan Thee Stallion, and Daystar Peterson, better known as Tory Lanez, were involved in an incident where Megan was shot in the feet following a Hollywood Hills party. The event led to legal battles, public accusations, and intense speculation.
The documentary, helmed by acclaimed filmmaker Emily Doe, seeks to uncover the situation’s complexities, offering an in-depth look at the events leading up to and following the altercation. Doe, known for her thought-provoking work, aims to provide a comprehensive narrative beyond the headlines and social media chatter.
While the specifics of the documentary’s content remain wrapped, it is expected to feature exclusive interviews with Megan Thee Stallion, Tory Lanez, and key figures involved in the case. Additionally, it will delve into the broader implications of the incident, including its impact on the industry and the conversation surrounding violence against women in hip hop.
The Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez saga has been a polarizing topic within the music community, sparking debates and discussions about accountability, respect, and much more. As the documentary’s release date draws near, anticipation is building among fans and industry insiders alike, eager to gain new insights into a case that has left many questions unanswered.
Many fans do not necessarily enjoy the idea of a documentary profiting from the back of such a traumatic event. One fan took to Twitter to say, “First the [Depp v. Heard] documentary on Netflix and now this? Women’s trauma is just clickbait to these studios, and they genuinely do not care about how Amber and Megan were dogpiled by the media just for being honest, and I’d go as far to say that they encourage this mistreatment.”
The project is set to be a pivotal moment in the ongoing narrative of this controversy, offering an opportunity for both artists to share their perspectives and for the public to engage in a more informed conversation about the incident that has shaken the industry’s core.
Prince Harry Looks Unimpressed At Beyonce's 'Renaissance' Concert With Meghan Markle
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were among the attendees at Beyonce Knowles' "Renaissance" tour stop at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles Friday night, September 1. While the Duchess of Sussex seemed to have the best night of her life, it wasn't the case for her husband.
In a photo from the night, the Duke of Sussex appeared to look "bored." The 38-year-old British prince could be seen staring into the distance with a stoic expression. He also had his hands in his pockets.
At one point, Harry was also pictured checking his phone. As for Meghan, the mom of two totally enjoyed the show as she was dancing to Queen Bey's hits alongside her mom Doria Ragland.
Harry was pictured putting his attention at his phone at Beyonce's concert.
For the show, Harry donned a gray T-shirt underneath a matching outer that he paired with white pants. Meghan and the rest of their entourage, meanwhile, got Beyonce's birthday request as they stepped out in silver outfits. The former star of "Suits" opted for a white sleeveless top and a sequined skirt for the fun-filled night.
Upon catching wind of the pictures, one Internet user joked that Harry looked as if he was "being held hostage" during the show. Another said that he appeared "positively bored out of his skull."
A third person, meanwhile, wrote, "Harry, the most miserable man to ever watch a Beyonce gig. Clearly in a foul mood and doesn't care who sees it." One other noted, "Dude looked miserable."
Some others defended Harry with one saying, "I need someone to tell me if Jay-Z smiles and jumps around for the duration of every Beyonce concert. You peeps need to stop analy[z]ing every single thing Harry does." Another called it "admirable" and "sweet" of Harry to go out and celebrate Doria's birthday, which falls so close to the anniversary of Princess Diana's death.
Kanye West And Wife Bianca Censori Banned From Boarding Venice Boat Over Alleged Lewd Act
Venezia Turismo Motoscafi told Daily Mail Australia, "The driver had to keep a lookout for traffic and did not see these obscenities. If this had happened, he would have immediately disembarked and reported the transgressors to those in authority."
A third person with the couple "obstructed the captain's view" into the back of the boat. They continued, "We completely dissociate ourselves from such acts and behavior. Mr. West and his wife will certainly no longer be welcome on board our company's boats."
Controversial Ye exposed his bare bum to tourists in neighboring boats while riding the river taxi in Venice's famed canals, while Bianca is regularly seen wearing revealing outfits. And his ex-wife Kim Kardashian is said to be "desperately embarrassed and worried" by his pantless antics. During his bottom-baring outing, Kanye was dressed head-to-toe in his signature black, while Bianca donned a leather trench coat with little to nothing under it.
A source told The Sun, "It's hard for (Kim) because as soon as she thinks she can move on, something like this happens and she's pulled back into it. It's like every time Kanye and Bianca pull these nearly-naked stunts, it reminds everyone that Kim dressed up in skintight nude outfits during the marriage. She'd rather put it behind her and forget about it."
Chris Rock and Diplo escapes Burning Man festival as 70,000 fans remain trapped due to rainfall
Chris Rock is among the few who managed to escape being stuck on the grounds of the Burning Man festival this weekend in the Nevada desert. Authorities say that around 70,000 people remain stranded with dwindling food and water supplies in the swamped area.
As of Sunday (Sept. 3), at least one death is being investigated, according to CNN. “The family has been notified, and the death is under investigation,” the Pershing County Sheriff’s Office told the news outlet. The person, whose identity has not been made public, was found in a dry lake bed. No other details about the tragedy have been revealed. Attendees were told to hunker down as they weathered the storm.
“Burning Man is a community of people who are prepared to support one another. We have come here knowing this is a place where we bring everything we need to survive. It is because of this that we are all well-prepared for a weather event like this,” said organizers in a “2023 Wet Playa Survival Guide” that was posted on the event website.
Roads surrounding Black Rock Desert have been closed since Friday (Sept. 1), when a torrential downpour flooded the grounds, causing thick mud to trap RVs and cars. The comedian, however, got out just in the nick of time with Diplo sometime on Saturday (Sept. 2).
The producer shared a video of himself, Rock, and several others huddled on the back of a vehicle as they sped through what appeared to be no man’s land. “Just walked five miles in the mud out of Burning Man with Chris Rock, and a fan picked us up,” he tweeted. Despite the circumstances, the stand-up comic seemed in good spirits while sporting a smile, dark-tinted shards, a New York Knicks jacket, and speaking about his desire to get a “cold brew right now.”
On Instagram, Diplo wrote, “Legit walked the side of the road for hours with my thumb out cuz I have a show in D.C. tonight and didn’t want to let y’all down. Also, shoutout to this guy for making the smart purchase of a truck, not knowing it was for this exact moment.”
At this rate, festival organizers believe that a mass exodus will not be viable until late Monday, but even that is contingent upon today’s rainfall and the condition of roadways.
#RIPSteveHarwell, Former Lead Singer of Smash Mouth, Dies at 56
Harwell’s manager Robert Hayes confirmed the news to Variety, writing in a statement, “Steve Harwell was a true American Original. A larger than life character who shot up into the sky like a Roman candle. Steve should be remembered for his unwavering focus and impassioned determination to reach the heights of pop stardom. And the fact that he achieved this near-impossible goal with very limited musical experience makes his accomplishments all the more remarkable. His only tools were his irrepressible charm and charisma, his fearlessly reckless ambition, and his king-size cajones. Steve lived a 100% full-throttle life. Burning brightly across the universe before burning out.”
Harwell co-founded Smash Mouth in 1994 with drummer Kevin Coleman, guitarist Greg Camp and bassist Paul De Lisle. The band was known for such hits as “All Star” and their cover of The Monkees’ “I’m a Believer.”
#BoxOfficeNews: 'The Equalizer 3' Makes Second Best Labor Day Opening in Box Office History
'The Equalizer 3' Makes Second Best Labor Day Opening in Box Office History. The Equalizer 3 is making a big splash in its opening weekend!
The action movie directed by Antoine Fuqua stars Denzel Washington, Dakota Fanning, and Eugenio Mastrandrea. In the film, Denzel‘s character, Robert McCall, reconciles his dark past and makes new allies in Southern Italy while taking on local crime bosses.
The Equalizer 3 will reach $42 million over the four-day Labor Day weekend (Sept. 1-4), which is the second-best opening of the holiday weekend in box office history
The Equalizer 3 ranks behind only Marvel Studios’ Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, which released in 2021 and generated $94.5 million in it’s Labor Day opening weekend.
The franchise’s third entry currently holds a 76% “fresh” critic approval score from 95 reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, a step up from The Equalizer 2‘s 52% “rotten” score and The Equalizer‘s 61% “fresh” score.
Fans are accusing Victoria's Secret of copying Savage x Fenty.
Rihanna fans are pointing out that Victoria’s Secret's design for the brand's upcoming runway show looks quite similar to one used for Savage x Fenty's show. But what do we really know about the longstanding drama between Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty show and Victoria’s Secret?
Why is everyone talking about Savage X Fenty and Victoria’s Secret?
Fans allege that VS copied the backdrop of Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty 2019 fashion show for the brand’s upcoming runway show short film, The Victoria's Secret World Tour.
Both designs feature models standing beneath archways. Victoria's Secret design is pink, while Savage x Fenty's is gray-blue. The comments section of Victoria's Secret Instagram post, which revealed the backdrop, quickly lit up with commenters who pointed out the similarities.
“Victoria’s Secret on its Savage X Fenty era,” commented an Instagram user.
“We all know this is the set from Savage X Fenty first show back in 2019,” wrote another.
Reps for Victoria’s Secret, however, told The Cut, "The brand was inspired by the stunning architecture on set at the Corberó Space in Barcelona where the Tour was filmed."
What happened to the original Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show?
The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, which was once a fashion industry darling, exited stage left in 2019 amid record-low viewership, growing demands for size and casting inclusivity from consumers and accusations of sexual assault within Victoria's Secret and its parent company, L Brands, during the height of the #MeToo movement.
Following the cancellation of the show, the brand introduced a series of initiatives aimed at promoting inclusion, including getting rid of their "Angels" in favor of more diverse representatives.
In 2020, the New York Times dropped an exposé on the toxic corporate culture at Victoria's Secret. Over 100 models including Christy Turlington, Amber Valletta and Alyssa Miller co-signed a letter to Victoria’s Secret CEO John Mehas urging the company to address its culture of "abuse."
Why might Victoria’s Secret be looking at Savage X Fenty?
After the Victoria’s Secret Fashion show ended in 2019, Savage X Fenty caused quite a splash with its first-ever runway debut. The 2019 Amazon Prime-streamable event featured models of all colors and genders, as well as bodies of all sizes.
And they were all “undeniably sexy,” Elle noted, adding, "Sorry, Angels, your time is up."
That anti-Victoria’s Secret vibe was felt by reporters in attendance, with Harper’s Bazaar noting the brand had "swooped in where Victoria's Secret failed, adopting a body-positive, size-inclusive approach to lingerie that celebrates and empowers a diverse spectrum of women." The Daily Beast called it a "celebration of female power."
The event was choreographed by dancer Parris Goebel, who had the models twerk and dance during the show. Rihanna told the Business of Fashion that she liked how Goebel "makes everything sexy despite society’s ideal of what sexy looks like. I don’t care about any skinny Victoria’s Secret model when I look at Parris. I want to be that woman on the inside. I want to feel that confident, I want to feel that bombastic… That is the Savage brand."
So how has Victoria’s Secret tried to keep up?
In June 2021, Victoria's Secret launched the VS Collective, a move designed to "shape the future" of the brand and demonstrate its commitment to inclusivity. The cohort included models Adut Akech, Paloma Elsesser and Valentina Sampaio, as well as athletes like skier Eileen Gu and soccer star Megan Rapinoe.
"So often I felt myself on the outside looking in with brands in the beauty and fashion industry and I'm thrilled to be creating a space that sees the true spectrum of all women," Rapinoe shared.
In 2023, Emira D’Spain became the first Black trans woman to work with Victoria’s Secret.
"I'm a really big believer in change and growth," she told Yahoo as she explained her approach to the partnership. "I was like, I'm gonna make history and every other little brown and Black, person of color, trans person, queer person...honestly, there are so many categories of people that were going to see that that would be inspired or know that they could do something similar or even open their mind to it."
Coco Gauff beats Caroline Wozniacki to reach The US Open quarters
The second set was slipping away from Coco Gauff in the US Open's fourth round Sunday, so maybe she was frustrated by that ... or the stumble that left her doing the splits while getting broken ... or the pair of double faults that helped Caroline Wozniacki take that game.
Or perhaps it was simply that the last thing she wanted to hear at that moment was the near-constant chatter coming from Brad Gilbert, one of her two coaches sitting in the front row at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Either way, Gauff turned toward Gilbert and said, "Please stop." Then, during the next game, which allowed Wozniacki to force a third set, Gauff told him, "Stop talking."
That was while Wozniacki was in the midst of grabbing four consecutive games and going up a break early in the third set. And then, just as the match seemed to be slipping away thanks in part to a slew of unforced errors, Gauff straightened out her strokes and pulled away. She collected the last six games for a 6-3, 3-6, 6-1 victory over Wozniacki, the 33-year-old mother of two who recently came out of retirement.
During her on-court interview, the sixth-seeded Gauff described the interaction with her entourage as a "stress reaction."
"I was getting frustrated. It wasn't really directed at him. It was just that I needed to reset," the sixth-seeded Gauff said. "In that moment, I just didn't want to hear anything. I just wanted to think about what I was doing."
It turned out to be a good call. With the victory, Gauff became the first American teenager since Serena Williams more than two decades ago to reach the quarterfinals at Flushing Meadows in consecutive years.
In 2022, Gauff lost to Caroline Garcia in that round; this time, the opponent will be No. 20 seed Jelena Ostapenko, who defeated top seed Iga Swiatek, 3-6, 6-3, 6-1 in the fourth round.
Gauff, whose best showing at a major was reaching the final at the 2022 French Open, has now won 15 of her past 16 matches. That run follows a first-round exit at Wimbledon in July and includes the two biggest titles of her career, at the DC Open and in Cincinnati. It also coincides with the additions of Pere Riba as her full-time coach and Gilbert in a role that has been described as a temporary consultant.
TV microphones have been picking up Gilbert repeatedly offering his thoughts to Gauff during matches over the past week.
Against Wozniacki, the 2018 Australian Open champion and twice the runner-up in New York, Gauff was trying to find the right balance between being the aggressor (what she wanted) and not going for too much (what Gilbert wanted).
Gilbert's "scouting reports are quite accurate," Gauff said. "Sometimes you have to change things up. Today I had to change things up."
It was the hottest day of the event so far, with the temperature reaching 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32 Celsius), and Gauff kept missing the mark in the second set, to the tune of 22 unforced errors. But she cleaned that up considerably down the stretch, with just eight miscues in the last set.
"She's always been a great athlete," Wozniacki said. "She's always had the backhand, the serve, the fighting spirit. I feel like right now, it's all kind of coming together for her."
In the third set, with the playing surface covered in shadows, Wozniacki told chair umpire Louise Azemar Engzell it was difficult to see the ball and requested that the stadium lights be turned on.
"I would really appreciate it," Wozniacki said.
Didn't happen. And Wozniacki, the 2018 Australian Open champion and twice a runner-up in New York, was not able to match Gauff stroke-for-stroke down the stretch.
"She's back and it's like she never left," said Gauff, who has won three of her four matches in the tournament in three sets. "To be out here on the court with her today was an honor."
Another women's quarterfinal matchup will be No. 10 Karolina Muchova against No. 30 Sorana Cirstea.
Muchova, a finalist at Wimbledon in July, reached the US Open quarterfinals for the first time by beating Wang Xinyu 6-3, 5-7, 6-1. Cirstea hadn't been to the final eight at any major since the 2009 French Open and got back to that round by defeating No. 15 Belinda Bencic 6-3, 6-3.
Beyonce Slammed For Not Showing Concert On Monitors At LA Show
Beyoncé performed her Renaissance tour at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood these past couple of nights and Swift performed a few weeks ago to cap off her U.S. leg of her Eras Tour.
Apparently, some people attended both shows and pointed out the difference between the two, the monitor system. Beyoncé didn’t have them.
SoFi has a 360-degree, circular video board — which hangs suspended in the middle of the facility and has massive LED screens all around it, TMZ reported. It helps people with further out seats see better.
In Beyoncé’s case, it appears only one monitor on the circular video board was on, while Taylor had them all on. And uh doesn’t help that some of the seats had limited views, so the monitor would have been helpful.
The venue may charge performers when they use the monitor, leaving some to feel Bey cut costs by not using it.
Fans of the artists are also bickering over a recent data chart that claims Beyonce’s Renaissance tour had broken a record by becoming the highest-grossing tour by a solo female artist since Madonna’s Sticky & Sweet Tour, raking in $461 million so far. However, it fails to acknowledge that Taylor’s Eras Tour is expected to reach billions.
California Middle Schooler Collapses And Dies After Being Forced To Run In Sweltering Heat
A 12-year-old boy collapsed and died Tuesday at a California school after running on the field on a hot day.
Yashua Robinson was participating in his physical education class at Canyon Lakes Middle School when he collapsed and became unresponsive. Despite the response of medical professionals, the boy tragically passed away at the hospital.
The family believes that the sweltering heat wave the area is experiencing played a part in Robinson’s death. NBC Los Angeles reports that the temperature reached the low- to mid-90s.
His aunt, Amarna Plummer, told the outlet that her nephew was not dressed appropriately for P.E. and told him to run as a consequence. She said that, according to other students, he complained of not feeling well.
“He was reaching out to the teacher, saying he needed some water,” she said. “He said he couldn’t breathe. He was telling the kids this.”
Additionally, Plummer told the outlet that Robinson’s mother is a P.E. teacher at a different school in the district. With the intense heatwave, she allegedly warned school administrators that it was too hot for students to be outside for P.E. However, details of the complaint are unclear.
The Lake Elsinore Unified School District confirmed that a student died on campus.
“In this difficult moment, we are deeply saddened to confirm the passing of one of our students due to a medical emergency on one of our LEUSD campuses,” it read. “Our hearts are with the family, friends, and our school community. This is a time of great sorrow for the entire community.”
The school district also said mental health and grief counselors will be available to students and staff.
Robinson’s family said they’re still awaiting official autopsy reports.
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