#MAGFAB: Unveiling VMAN 53 Covers Featuring Lil Yachty.
VMAN 53: TAKING THE STAGE WITH LIL YACHTY
You’re either born with good taste or you’re not. Fortunately, for our cover star Lil Yachty and Creative Director of Burberry Daniel Lee, style is something they can talk about for hours on end
You’re either born with good taste or you’re not. Fortunately, for our cover star Lil Yachty and Creative Director of Burberry Daniel Lee, style is something they can talk about for hours on end
Lil Yachty is best known as one of the most creative, outspoken, genre-allergic artists in hip-hop.
Lil Yachty wears all clothing BURBERRY / All jewelry talent’s own
After establishing himself as a purveyor of what he’s called “bubblegum trap,” in the last few years the rapper has gone in a trippier, more psychedelic direction. His latest release, Bad Cameo, which came out this summer, is a moody collaboration with the esteemed English musician James Blake. Style is a moving target for Yachty in music, and, as he explains in this conversation with Burberry’s Daniel Lee, in fashion. From altering people’s sweats for extra cash as a kid growing up in Atlanta to serving a look for his latest music video, Yachty is always trying on new ideas of self through dynamic creative expression.
DANIEL LEE: What is the earliest memory you have of wearing a good outfit?
LIL YACHTY: In middle and high school, I used to wear uniforms. We could go with white, blue, or maroon, and my mom would go to TJ Maxx or Marshalls to get me polo uniforms. I’d have a polo shirt and could get a polo sweater to wrap around my neck. I thought that was sick, like, I thought that was hot.
I remember getting one dress-down day in sixth grade. The outfits were awful. This was before skinny jeans came back. Before then, they didn’t sell skinny jeans in stores. I remember going to see my grandma in North Carolina, and on the way home, we stopped at an outlet with a Rue 21 store. For months I had been trying to find skinny jeans before Hot Topic and Spencer’s were selling them. I couldn’t find them anywhere. I had a pair before they became popular.
The first outfit I thought was good was on my first day of high school. I’ll never forget wearing a Hundreds shirt. I loved Bobby Hundreds. It was The Hundreds’ collaboration with Lil B, the “Thank You BasedGod” shirt, with Abercrombie and Fitch camo shorts. I still have the picture. And Vans. That was my idea of a good outfit. Then in 9th and 10th grade, I really started learning fashion. I won best dressed senior year.
Lil Yachty wears coat BURBERRY / Ring talent’s own
DL: What was your style like as a teenager growing up in Mableton, Georgia?
LY: Hundreds, Diamond Supply, Supreme, and vintage clothes. I was shopping at thrift stores and there was a lot of 1996 Olympics gear. I love throwback jerseys, I still wear them. I wear 90s all-over print shorts, like 90s swim trunks. They just had crazy tribal patterns. I loved hockey jerseys. I had a fake pair of Cartiers. I always had a grill; I’ve been wearing a grill since the ninth grade. I used to wear a 16-piece grill, eight top, eight bottom.
I think I was one of the first people in my town to wear skinny sweats. You could get skinny sweats from Zara but Adidas didn’t make soccer pants yet so I used to take a sewing machine—my mom taught me how to sew—and I would alter them to make them tighter. I made a job out of it, sewing people’s sweats to make them tighter and that’s how I started making money.
DL: What were some of the first musicians you remember being influenced by, in terms of what they wear?
LY: 100% Kris Kross. When I was a child, my dad gave me a Kris Kross tape. They wore their clothes backwards. I never wore my clothes backwards but I did love the style, the fashion, the baseball jerseys, the big jeans, and then the hair. As soon as I got to high school, I started copying the swag. I started doing my hair like that. I grew out my locks. I started braiding it.
Lil Yachty wears all clothing BURBERRY / Grill talent’s own
DL: Where do you go, or what do you do, to find new ideas?
LY: I’m just on the internet, I’m outside, I watch movies. You just have to live. I find ideas by just living life and indulging in all life has to offer, good and bad.
DL: When do you feel at your most creative?
LY: While getting dressed or when recording music. It feels super creative when I’m filming. When I’m shooting a video, I honestly feel like a character. I feel creative in so many different spaces, whether it’s with fashion, music, or filming.
DL: What makes you feel confident?
LY: A fresh haircut and working on my appearance helps. I believe in myself and I believe in everything I say and stand on, so confidence comes from within—without worrying too much about how anyone else feels, you know? I wear what I want to wear, I say what I want to say, I walk how I want to walk.
Lil Yachty wears all clothing BURBERRY
DL: What is the most inspiring city you’ve been to?
LY: It’s between Tokyo and New York when it comes to fashion. If we’re talking just inspiring in general, probably Tokyo. Tokyo was really amazing and really different. Switzerland is also really beautiful. The scenery was really inspiring to me. It gives off really trippy and peaceful vibes.
DL: Having a supportive community is important. Who are some of your biggest mentors?
LY: Drake, Tyler, the Creator, Lil Baby, and Coach K, my manager. I’d say those are the people that I trust and can talk to and respect and really look up to.
DL: So far, what are you most proud of in your career?
Tank and hat BURBERRY / Jewelry talent’s own
LY: I’m proud of everything, you know? I’m proud of writing songs. I’m proud of the respect from guys in the fashion industry. I did so much at a young age, and have so much more to do.
DL: You have collaborated with Drake, A$AP Rocky, and Tyler, the Creator and, in June, released the album Bad Cameo with James Blake. What is next for Lil Yachty?
LY: I never stopped doing music and I think getting into the fashion spaces, that’s what’s next for me. I’m starting my brand this year. That’s really important for me and I’m really excited.
DL: So much of life is online now. How important are real-life exchanges to you?
LY: I can’t stress enough how extremely important real-life experiences are between friends, family, loved ones, people you’re trying to get to know. Virtual reality can be so fabricated…it’s important to indulge in real-life experiences. I think what I was saying earlier about just living life, so much emotion gets lost in virtuality. Seeing real-life reactions, experiences, facial expressions, all that just means so much more.
Lil Yachty wears all clothing and shoes BURBERRY / Ring talent’s own
DL: What is currently on your playlist?
LY: I’m making an album right now, so… Sister Nancy, Luther Vandross, Antonio Adolfo, Con Funk Shun, Mazzy Star, Ben Flocks. I mean so much. Piero Piccioni. I’ve been listening to a bunch of jazz. Royel Otis. Cocteau Twins, PARTYNEXTDOOR, The Cranberries, Beach House. I love Beach House. Faye Webster of course, Nightlight, Ready for the World, Sampha. Definitely Sampha. I listen to DJ Screw. Seal, Frank Ocean, Bon Iver, Mark Fry, Oasis, BADBADNOTGOOD. I can literally keep going—you know John Carroll Kirby? Heavy. Elton John. Mel McDaniel. Michael Levy. So much, man.
DL: What do you enjoy most about performing live?
LY: It’s a free feeling. It’s all just so real, you know? You can’t fake it. I love that.
Lil Yachty wears all clothing BURBERRY / All jewelry talent’s own
After establishing himself as a purveyor of what he’s called “bubblegum trap,” in the last few years the rapper has gone in a trippier, more psychedelic direction. His latest release, Bad Cameo, which came out this summer, is a moody collaboration with the esteemed English musician James Blake. Style is a moving target for Yachty in music, and, as he explains in this conversation with Burberry’s Daniel Lee, in fashion. From altering people’s sweats for extra cash as a kid growing up in Atlanta to serving a look for his latest music video, Yachty is always trying on new ideas of self through dynamic creative expression.
DANIEL LEE: What is the earliest memory you have of wearing a good outfit?
LIL YACHTY: In middle and high school, I used to wear uniforms. We could go with white, blue, or maroon, and my mom would go to TJ Maxx or Marshalls to get me polo uniforms. I’d have a polo shirt and could get a polo sweater to wrap around my neck. I thought that was sick, like, I thought that was hot.
I remember getting one dress-down day in sixth grade. The outfits were awful. This was before skinny jeans came back. Before then, they didn’t sell skinny jeans in stores. I remember going to see my grandma in North Carolina, and on the way home, we stopped at an outlet with a Rue 21 store. For months I had been trying to find skinny jeans before Hot Topic and Spencer’s were selling them. I couldn’t find them anywhere. I had a pair before they became popular.
The first outfit I thought was good was on my first day of high school. I’ll never forget wearing a Hundreds shirt. I loved Bobby Hundreds. It was The Hundreds’ collaboration with Lil B, the “Thank You BasedGod” shirt, with Abercrombie and Fitch camo shorts. I still have the picture. And Vans. That was my idea of a good outfit. Then in 9th and 10th grade, I really started learning fashion. I won best dressed senior year.
Lil Yachty wears coat BURBERRY / Ring talent’s own
DL: What was your style like as a teenager growing up in Mableton, Georgia?
I think I was one of the first people in my town to wear skinny sweats. You could get skinny sweats from Zara but Adidas didn’t make soccer pants yet so I used to take a sewing machine—my mom taught me how to sew—and I would alter them to make them tighter. I made a job out of it, sewing people’s sweats to make them tighter and that’s how I started making money.
DL: What were some of the first musicians you remember being influenced by, in terms of what they wear?
LY: 100% Kris Kross. When I was a child, my dad gave me a Kris Kross tape. They wore their clothes backwards. I never wore my clothes backwards but I did love the style, the fashion, the baseball jerseys, the big jeans, and then the hair. As soon as I got to high school, I started copying the swag. I started doing my hair like that. I grew out my locks. I started braiding it.
Lil Yachty wears all clothing BURBERRY / Grill talent’s own
DL: Where do you go, or what do you do, to find new ideas?
LY: I’m just on the internet, I’m outside, I watch movies. You just have to live. I find ideas by just living life and indulging in all life has to offer, good and bad.
DL: When do you feel at your most creative?
LY: While getting dressed or when recording music. It feels super creative when I’m filming. When I’m shooting a video, I honestly feel like a character. I feel creative in so many different spaces, whether it’s with fashion, music, or filming.
DL: What makes you feel confident?
LY: A fresh haircut and working on my appearance helps. I believe in myself and I believe in everything I say and stand on, so confidence comes from within—without worrying too much about how anyone else feels, you know? I wear what I want to wear, I say what I want to say, I walk how I want to walk.
Lil Yachty wears all clothing BURBERRY
DL: What is the most inspiring city you’ve been to?
LY: It’s between Tokyo and New York when it comes to fashion. If we’re talking just inspiring in general, probably Tokyo. Tokyo was really amazing and really different. Switzerland is also really beautiful. The scenery was really inspiring to me. It gives off really trippy and peaceful vibes.
DL: Having a supportive community is important. Who are some of your biggest mentors?
LY: Drake, Tyler, the Creator, Lil Baby, and Coach K, my manager. I’d say those are the people that I trust and can talk to and respect and really look up to.
DL: So far, what are you most proud of in your career?
Tank and hat BURBERRY / Jewelry talent’s own
LY: I’m proud of everything, you know? I’m proud of writing songs. I’m proud of the respect from guys in the fashion industry. I did so much at a young age, and have so much more to do.
DL: You have collaborated with Drake, A$AP Rocky, and Tyler, the Creator and, in June, released the album Bad Cameo with James Blake. What is next for Lil Yachty?
LY: I never stopped doing music and I think getting into the fashion spaces, that’s what’s next for me. I’m starting my brand this year. That’s really important for me and I’m really excited.
DL: So much of life is online now. How important are real-life exchanges to you?
LY: I can’t stress enough how extremely important real-life experiences are between friends, family, loved ones, people you’re trying to get to know. Virtual reality can be so fabricated…it’s important to indulge in real-life experiences. I think what I was saying earlier about just living life, so much emotion gets lost in virtuality. Seeing real-life reactions, experiences, facial expressions, all that just means so much more.
Lil Yachty wears all clothing and shoes BURBERRY / Ring talent’s own
DL: What is currently on your playlist?
LY: I’m making an album right now, so… Sister Nancy, Luther Vandross, Antonio Adolfo, Con Funk Shun, Mazzy Star, Ben Flocks. I mean so much. Piero Piccioni. I’ve been listening to a bunch of jazz. Royel Otis. Cocteau Twins, PARTYNEXTDOOR, The Cranberries, Beach House. I love Beach House. Faye Webster of course, Nightlight, Ready for the World, Sampha. Definitely Sampha. I listen to DJ Screw. Seal, Frank Ocean, Bon Iver, Mark Fry, Oasis, BADBADNOTGOOD. I can literally keep going—you know John Carroll Kirby? Heavy. Elton John. Mel McDaniel. Michael Levy. So much, man.
DL: What do you enjoy most about performing live?
LY: It’s a free feeling. It’s all just so real, you know? You can’t fake it. I love that.
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#RHOA: Phaedra Parks Says She Hopes Kim Zolciak Returns to The Real Housewives of Atlanta Next
Parks is making her return to the long-running Bravo reality series for its 16th season
Phaedra Parks is reclaiming her peach and returning to The Real Housewives of Atlanta for season 16 — and she is keen to see another RHOA alum back on the screen with her.
During a conversation about her new IT Cosmetics “Keep It Real” campaign, Parks — who announced her return to the Bravo reality series on Instagram on July 29 — tells PEOPLE she is hoping Kim Zolciak rejoins the cast to spice things up.
"If Kim Zolciak comes back, I think that would be very interesting. Kim is TV gold. She’s always been TV gold," Parks, 50, says, while acknowledging Zolciak's busy plate at the moment.
In addition to starring in MTV's The Surreal Life, Zolciak, 46, is mom to six children — daughters Brielle, 27, Ariana, 22, and Kaia, 10, and sons Kroy Jr. (nicknamed KJ), 13, Kash, 12 and Kane, 10 — with estranged husband Kroy Biermann.
"Right now, she’s got a lot going on," Parks says of her former costar. "Who would’ve thought Kim, who went from two daughters, now has got a whole little basketball team of children!"
Still, The Traitors star believes Zolciak would be a welcome addition to the show for both the cast and the fans.
"I think everyone would love to see Kim come back," the Married to Medicine star says. "She’s fun. I think it would add an element that the girls wouldn’t be expecting."
As for her own triumphant return to RHOA, Parks tells PEOPLE it's been "a real welcome home feeling." While fans have been clamoring for her to come back for some time now, she says she was simply waiting for the right moment. When that moment arrived, "they called and I answered," Parks explains.
The lawyer — who first joined RHOA in season 3 and departed in season 9 — says she hopes to bring the popular TV show "back to its heyday."
"We were the No. 1 franchise of Housewives and I was a part of making that franchise a successful franchise. And I would love to bring the franchise back to its heyday," she says.
"I will say this, it’s going to be an amazing season," Parks teases. "I mean, it will definitely be reminiscent to the Housewives you love originally."
Phaedra Parks is reclaiming her peach and returning to The Real Housewives of Atlanta for season 16 — and she is keen to see another RHOA alum back on the screen with her.
During a conversation about her new IT Cosmetics “Keep It Real” campaign, Parks — who announced her return to the Bravo reality series on Instagram on July 29 — tells PEOPLE she is hoping Kim Zolciak rejoins the cast to spice things up.
"If Kim Zolciak comes back, I think that would be very interesting. Kim is TV gold. She’s always been TV gold," Parks, 50, says, while acknowledging Zolciak's busy plate at the moment.
In addition to starring in MTV's The Surreal Life, Zolciak, 46, is mom to six children — daughters Brielle, 27, Ariana, 22, and Kaia, 10, and sons Kroy Jr. (nicknamed KJ), 13, Kash, 12 and Kane, 10 — with estranged husband Kroy Biermann.
"Right now, she’s got a lot going on," Parks says of her former costar. "Who would’ve thought Kim, who went from two daughters, now has got a whole little basketball team of children!"
Still, The Traitors star believes Zolciak would be a welcome addition to the show for both the cast and the fans.
"I think everyone would love to see Kim come back," the Married to Medicine star says. "She’s fun. I think it would add an element that the girls wouldn’t be expecting."
As for her own triumphant return to RHOA, Parks tells PEOPLE it's been "a real welcome home feeling." While fans have been clamoring for her to come back for some time now, she says she was simply waiting for the right moment. When that moment arrived, "they called and I answered," Parks explains.
The lawyer — who first joined RHOA in season 3 and departed in season 9 — says she hopes to bring the popular TV show "back to its heyday."
"We were the No. 1 franchise of Housewives and I was a part of making that franchise a successful franchise. And I would love to bring the franchise back to its heyday," she says.
"I will say this, it’s going to be an amazing season," Parks teases. "I mean, it will definitely be reminiscent to the Housewives you love originally."
Porsha Williams also will be returning for season 16 following a two-season absence — and Parks is excited to reunite with her friend and deliver some entertaining moments. "Of course, I love Porsha," Parks tells PEOPLE. "We are the original frick and frack."
The season 16 cast will also include Drew Sidora, Shamea Morton Mwangi, Kelli Ferrell, Brittany Eady and Angela Oakley. Former main cast member Cynthia Bailey will appear as a friend.
The season 16 cast will also include Drew Sidora, Shamea Morton Mwangi, Kelli Ferrell, Brittany Eady and Angela Oakley. Former main cast member Cynthia Bailey will appear as a friend.
#MusicNews: Vanessa Williams Introduces her new single ‘iLike Moonlight’ Ahead Of New Album ‘Survivor’
Vanessa Williams is ready to make what will likely be a stunning comeback with her upcoming album Survivor. The industry veteran has shown us that she indeed still has it thanks to solid singles “Legs (Keep Dancing)” and “BOP!” leading her charge. She’s ramping things up now that the set’s release is imminent, dropping off her latest single “iLike Moonlight.”
Where “Legs” and “BOP!” reminded us of the dance floor fillers she brought to us throughout her career, “iLike Moonlight” taps into her other strong suit: adult contemporary. It’s not a stirring ballad like her signature cut “Save The Best For Last,” but the midtempo cut does slow things down a bit with a sultry groove. It begins with soft Spanish guitar set against programmed drums and snaps as Vanessa delivers honeyed vocals as she describes some of her favorite things.
Though she never specifies that the song is about a romantic encounter until the bridge, the feel is there. Especially on the chorus, with her singing, “Come with me in the twilight zone / Better hurry ’cause I’m moving on my own / I’m dancing ’til the night is gone / Excited and I’m never gonna hide it / You know how I like it / I like moonlight.”
“iLike Moonlight” is sure to delight her fans, especially those who have been rocking with her from day one. It should also inspire even more interest in Survivor, which is set to arrive this Friday, August 23rd. Get into the sultry side of Vanessa Williams when you listen to “iLike Moonlight” right here and then watch her radiate beauty in the song’s lyric video below. Then, stick around to view Survivor’s cover art and full tracklist.
Vanessa Williams is ready to make what will likely be a stunning comeback with her upcoming album Survivor. The industry veteran has shown us that she indeed still has it thanks to solid singles “Legs (Keep Dancing)” and “BOP!” leading her charge. She’s ramping things up now that the set’s release is imminent, dropping off her latest single “iLike Moonlight.”
Where “Legs” and “BOP!” reminded us of the dance floor fillers she brought to us throughout her career, “iLike Moonlight” taps into her other strong suit: adult contemporary. It’s not a stirring ballad like her signature cut “Save The Best For Last,” but the midtempo cut does slow things down a bit with a sultry groove. It begins with soft Spanish guitar set against programmed drums and snaps as Vanessa delivers honeyed vocals as she describes some of her favorite things.
Though she never specifies that the song is about a romantic encounter until the bridge, the feel is there. Especially on the chorus, with her singing, “Come with me in the twilight zone / Better hurry ’cause I’m moving on my own / I’m dancing ’til the night is gone / Excited and I’m never gonna hide it / You know how I like it / I like moonlight.”
“iLike Moonlight” is sure to delight her fans, especially those who have been rocking with her from day one. It should also inspire even more interest in Survivor, which is set to arrive this Friday, August 23rd. Get into the sultry side of Vanessa Williams when you listen to “iLike Moonlight” right here and then watch her radiate beauty in the song’s lyric video below. Then, stick around to view Survivor’s cover art and full tracklist.
Vanessa Williams Survivor tracklist:
1. iLike Moonlight
2. Legs (Keep Dancing)
3. BOP! (feat. Trixie Mattel & LION BABE)
4. Survivor
5. La Costa
6. Vuelve (feat. Missael Manon)
7. Junk Man
8. Zaz Zuh Zaz (feat. Wynton Marsalis)
9. Come Dance with Me
10. On the Other Side of the Tracks
11. Here’s to You
12. I See You
13. Being Good Isn’t Good Enough
14. Come Dance with Me (John “J-C” Carr & Bill Coleman 808 BEACH Jukebox Remix)
2. Legs (Keep Dancing)
3. BOP! (feat. Trixie Mattel & LION BABE)
4. Survivor
5. La Costa
6. Vuelve (feat. Missael Manon)
7. Junk Man
8. Zaz Zuh Zaz (feat. Wynton Marsalis)
9. Come Dance with Me
10. On the Other Side of the Tracks
11. Here’s to You
12. I See You
13. Being Good Isn’t Good Enough
14. Come Dance with Me (John “J-C” Carr & Bill Coleman 808 BEACH Jukebox Remix)
#HipHopNews: Philadelphia Rapper, Who Dug Up Enemy’s Grave, Shot Dead
Philadelphia rapper YBC Dul, who went viral for digging up one of his enemy’s graves, has been shot and killed.
The Philadelphia Inquirer reported that the incident took place on Friday (Aug. 23) on the 5500 block of North Sixth Street in Olney, where Dul was shot multiple times in the chest and his right hand.
The rapper, né Abdul Vicks, 25, was then transported to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead twenty minutes after the shooting. A white Hyundai SUV, which was spotted at the scene of the crime, is being held by investigators to explore possible connections to the deadly shooting.
Authorities considered Vicks the “ringleader” of a dangerous gang based in West Philadelphia known as the Young Bag Chasers. Vicks, rapping as YBC Dul, went viral for digging up the grave of a deceased foe from a rival gang. YBC had been embroiled in a “war” with about six other local gangs when his clip caught the attention of the masses.
The news publication detailed another incident involving the YBC that went down in early August. Reports recall Quamere Hall, 22, an alleged associate of Vicks and YBC affiliate, being arrested and charged for the death of a 34-year-old man named Sharif King, which transpired in 2023.
YBC took another hit in mid-August when member Arshad Curry was sentenced for the murder of three teenagers and wounding two other people in 2021. During the recent hearing, Curry was sentenced to 42½ to 85 years in prison.
“I applaud the excellent prosecution of this case by Assistant District Attorney Cydney Pope,” District Attorney Krasner expressed in relation to Curry’s sentencing. “Thanks to her work, a significant driver of gun violence has been taken off of the streets. This case is also a testament to the power of modern law enforcement techniques. By improving law enforcement’s forensic capabilities, we can solve more cases quickly and hopefully prevent more tragedies like this.”
The Philadelphia Inquirer reported that the incident took place on Friday (Aug. 23) on the 5500 block of North Sixth Street in Olney, where Dul was shot multiple times in the chest and his right hand.
The rapper, né Abdul Vicks, 25, was then transported to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead twenty minutes after the shooting. A white Hyundai SUV, which was spotted at the scene of the crime, is being held by investigators to explore possible connections to the deadly shooting.
Authorities considered Vicks the “ringleader” of a dangerous gang based in West Philadelphia known as the Young Bag Chasers. Vicks, rapping as YBC Dul, went viral for digging up the grave of a deceased foe from a rival gang. YBC had been embroiled in a “war” with about six other local gangs when his clip caught the attention of the masses.
The news publication detailed another incident involving the YBC that went down in early August. Reports recall Quamere Hall, 22, an alleged associate of Vicks and YBC affiliate, being arrested and charged for the death of a 34-year-old man named Sharif King, which transpired in 2023.
YBC took another hit in mid-August when member Arshad Curry was sentenced for the murder of three teenagers and wounding two other people in 2021. During the recent hearing, Curry was sentenced to 42½ to 85 years in prison.
“I applaud the excellent prosecution of this case by Assistant District Attorney Cydney Pope,” District Attorney Krasner expressed in relation to Curry’s sentencing. “Thanks to her work, a significant driver of gun violence has been taken off of the streets. This case is also a testament to the power of modern law enforcement techniques. By improving law enforcement’s forensic capabilities, we can solve more cases quickly and hopefully prevent more tragedies like this.”
#BoxOfficeNews: ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Returns to No. ‘The Crow’ Bombs and ‘Blink Twice’ Falters
After a blip that allowed another film to sell some tickets, “Deadpool & Wolverine” returned to the top of box office charts in its fifth weekend of release. Marvel’s superhero adventure towered over the (albeit anemic) competition as two newcomers, “The Crow” and “Blink Twice,” misfired in their debuts.
Director Zoe Kravitz’s twisted thriller “Blink Twice” led among new releases but faltered in fourth place with $7.3 million from 3,067 theaters. Meanwhile, Lionsgate’s R-rated reboot of “The Crow,” starring Bill Skarsgård as a murdered musician who is resurrected to avenge the deaths of himself and his fiancée, bombed with $4.6 million from 2,752 theaters to open in eighth place. Critics were fonder of “Blink Twice” compared to “The Crow,” as the former landed a 79% on Rotten Tomatoes while the latter was saddled with a 20% “rotten” score. Audiences were mixed, giving both films a “B-” grade on CinemaScore. So, it remains to be seen how word-of-mouth will affect the rest of their theatrical runs.
“The Crow,” a grisly reimagining of the graphic novel-turned-1994 film, cost $50 million to produce. It’s the second consecutive miss for Lionsgate following this August’s “Borderlands,” which tumbled to the wasteland of 16th place with $500,000 from 1,147 venues in its third weekend of release. The $115 million-budgeted video game adaptation, starring Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart and Ariana Greenblatt, is one of the year’s biggest flops with $15 million in North America and $23 million worldwide. In the case of “The Crow,” Lionsgate is only distributing the film after acquiring U.S. rights for roughly $10 million.
“Blink Twice” didn’t resonate internationally either, bringing in $6.7 million from 73 territories for a global start of $14 million. The film is the directorial debut of Kravitz, known for her roles in the “Fantastic Beasts” franchise, Matt Reeves-directed “The Batman” and Steven Soderbergh’s crime drama “Kimi.” The R-rated psychological thriller “Blink Twice” follows a tech billionaire (Channing Tatum, Kravitz’s fiancée) who invites a cocktail waitress (Naomi Ackie) to his private island for a luxurious party where things begin to take a sinister turn. “Blink Twice” reportedly carries a $20 million budget before reshoots, so it’s not catastrophically positioned in its theatrical run despite failing to hit double digits in its debut. Amazon MGM is distributing the movie in the U.S. while Warner Bros. is handling the theatrical rollout in the rest of the world.
“This is an average opening for an original crime thriller,” says David A. Gross, who runs the movie consulting firm Franchise Entertainment Research. However, he believes “Blink Twice” will benefit from its theatrical run. “It’s going to raise the film’s profile in every ancillary market it plays in, and eventually lift it to profitability.”
Overall, this was the third-lowest grossing weekend of summer with $94 million in revenues across all films in the marketplace. After late-season surge from “Inside Out 2,” “Deadpool & Wolverine,” “Twisters” and “Despicable Me 4,” the domestic box office is 13.8% behind 2023 and 25.8% behind 2019, the last pre-COVID year. Yet movie theater attendance may remain light until Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” lands on the big screen in early September.
“Deadpool & Wolverine” reclaimed No. 1 with $18.3 million from 3,840 locations in its fifth frame, dropping just 39% from last weekend. The R-rated comic book sequel, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, has generated a mammoth $577.2 million in North America and $1.21 billion globally to date. It’s the second-highest grossing movie of the year following Disney’s Pixar adventure “Inside Out 2” ($1.64 billion). “Deadpool & Wolverine” now stands as the eighth-biggest installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, having passed “Captain America: Civil War” ($1.155 billion) and will soon overtake “Iron Man 3” ($1.215 billion) to claim the No. 7 spot.
Last weekend’s champion “Alien: Romulus” dropped to second place with $16.2 million from 3,915 theaters in its sophomore outing. Those ticket sales mark a 62% decline from opening weekend. So far, the newest chapter in Disney and 20th Century’s sci-fi horror saga has collected $72.6 million domestically and $225 million worldwide.
“It Ends With Us,” too, paced ahead of “Blink Twice” and “The Crow” as the adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s literary sensation secured the No. 3 spot with $11.8 million from 3,839 venues. After three weekends of release, “It Ends With Us” has amassed a stellar $120.8 million in North America and $240 million globally.
Biblical drama “The Forge” rounded out the top five with $6.6 million from 1,818 locations over the weekend. The faith-based movie, backed by Affirm Films and released by Sony, has been embraced by audiences, who awarded “The Forge” an “A+” on CinemaScore. Directed Alex Kendrick, the spinoff to the director’s 2015 feature “War Room” follows a directionless high school graduate named Isaiah, who gets a push to start making better life decisions. It cost $5 million.
“The faith-based audience loves this movie [and] the production budget was small,” says Gross. “‘The Forge’ is going to do well after all domestic ancillary income is counted.”
After a blip that allowed another film to sell some tickets, “Deadpool & Wolverine” returned to the top of box office charts in its fifth weekend of release. Marvel’s superhero adventure towered over the (albeit anemic) competition as two newcomers, “The Crow” and “Blink Twice,” misfired in their debuts.
Director Zoe Kravitz’s twisted thriller “Blink Twice” led among new releases but faltered in fourth place with $7.3 million from 3,067 theaters. Meanwhile, Lionsgate’s R-rated reboot of “The Crow,” starring Bill Skarsgård as a murdered musician who is resurrected to avenge the deaths of himself and his fiancée, bombed with $4.6 million from 2,752 theaters to open in eighth place. Critics were fonder of “Blink Twice” compared to “The Crow,” as the former landed a 79% on Rotten Tomatoes while the latter was saddled with a 20% “rotten” score. Audiences were mixed, giving both films a “B-” grade on CinemaScore. So, it remains to be seen how word-of-mouth will affect the rest of their theatrical runs.
“The Crow,” a grisly reimagining of the graphic novel-turned-1994 film, cost $50 million to produce. It’s the second consecutive miss for Lionsgate following this August’s “Borderlands,” which tumbled to the wasteland of 16th place with $500,000 from 1,147 venues in its third weekend of release. The $115 million-budgeted video game adaptation, starring Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart and Ariana Greenblatt, is one of the year’s biggest flops with $15 million in North America and $23 million worldwide. In the case of “The Crow,” Lionsgate is only distributing the film after acquiring U.S. rights for roughly $10 million.
“Blink Twice” didn’t resonate internationally either, bringing in $6.7 million from 73 territories for a global start of $14 million. The film is the directorial debut of Kravitz, known for her roles in the “Fantastic Beasts” franchise, Matt Reeves-directed “The Batman” and Steven Soderbergh’s crime drama “Kimi.” The R-rated psychological thriller “Blink Twice” follows a tech billionaire (Channing Tatum, Kravitz’s fiancée) who invites a cocktail waitress (Naomi Ackie) to his private island for a luxurious party where things begin to take a sinister turn. “Blink Twice” reportedly carries a $20 million budget before reshoots, so it’s not catastrophically positioned in its theatrical run despite failing to hit double digits in its debut. Amazon MGM is distributing the movie in the U.S. while Warner Bros. is handling the theatrical rollout in the rest of the world.
“This is an average opening for an original crime thriller,” says David A. Gross, who runs the movie consulting firm Franchise Entertainment Research. However, he believes “Blink Twice” will benefit from its theatrical run. “It’s going to raise the film’s profile in every ancillary market it plays in, and eventually lift it to profitability.”
Overall, this was the third-lowest grossing weekend of summer with $94 million in revenues across all films in the marketplace. After late-season surge from “Inside Out 2,” “Deadpool & Wolverine,” “Twisters” and “Despicable Me 4,” the domestic box office is 13.8% behind 2023 and 25.8% behind 2019, the last pre-COVID year. Yet movie theater attendance may remain light until Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” lands on the big screen in early September.
“Deadpool & Wolverine” reclaimed No. 1 with $18.3 million from 3,840 locations in its fifth frame, dropping just 39% from last weekend. The R-rated comic book sequel, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, has generated a mammoth $577.2 million in North America and $1.21 billion globally to date. It’s the second-highest grossing movie of the year following Disney’s Pixar adventure “Inside Out 2” ($1.64 billion). “Deadpool & Wolverine” now stands as the eighth-biggest installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, having passed “Captain America: Civil War” ($1.155 billion) and will soon overtake “Iron Man 3” ($1.215 billion) to claim the No. 7 spot.
Last weekend’s champion “Alien: Romulus” dropped to second place with $16.2 million from 3,915 theaters in its sophomore outing. Those ticket sales mark a 62% decline from opening weekend. So far, the newest chapter in Disney and 20th Century’s sci-fi horror saga has collected $72.6 million domestically and $225 million worldwide.
“It Ends With Us,” too, paced ahead of “Blink Twice” and “The Crow” as the adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s literary sensation secured the No. 3 spot with $11.8 million from 3,839 venues. After three weekends of release, “It Ends With Us” has amassed a stellar $120.8 million in North America and $240 million globally.
Biblical drama “The Forge” rounded out the top five with $6.6 million from 1,818 locations over the weekend. The faith-based movie, backed by Affirm Films and released by Sony, has been embraced by audiences, who awarded “The Forge” an “A+” on CinemaScore. Directed Alex Kendrick, the spinoff to the director’s 2015 feature “War Room” follows a directionless high school graduate named Isaiah, who gets a push to start making better life decisions. It cost $5 million.
“The faith-based audience loves this movie [and] the production budget was small,” says Gross. “‘The Forge’ is going to do well after all domestic ancillary income is counted.”
Nicki Minaj Is Being Sued By Barb For $5 Million
A barb has left the dollhouse, so-to-speak. Tameer Peak who is at this point, a former Barb, is suing Nicki Minaj for $5 million for damages to his reputation, emotional distress, and loss of finances.
Things got ugly between Peak and Minaj, according to the former Barb in 2017, when the rapper went through what he describes as the “Nicki Hate Train,” that included a stint when she accused some fans of being moles sent to sabotage her.
During an Instagram live with Minaj, Peak claims he was berated by the rapper during a session that had over 100,000 viewers. The complaint filed by Peak also says that during Superbowl 2020, he was battered by Kenneth Petty, Minaj’s husband.
TMZ reports, “In one session, Nicki allegedly wrote, “It’s clear they’re not necessarily, you know, a full basket umm at the picnic.” Peak took that to mean he was mentally unstable or intellectually deficient. In another, he says Nicki accused him of being “one sandwich short of a picnic” and receiving a check from the government, implying he was on welfare.”
Minaj hasn’t made any comments directly, but her attorney Judd Burstein says, “Mr. Peak has been harassing Nicki on social media for years on end to no avail.” He told told TMZ, “He has now graduated to seeking to shake her down financially with manifestly false allegations and legally frivolous claims. He will regret having gone down this disreputable road when he is forced to pay her legal fees as required by California law.”
The charges against Minaj have been filed in Los Angeles Superior Court.
Things got ugly between Peak and Minaj, according to the former Barb in 2017, when the rapper went through what he describes as the “Nicki Hate Train,” that included a stint when she accused some fans of being moles sent to sabotage her.
During an Instagram live with Minaj, Peak claims he was berated by the rapper during a session that had over 100,000 viewers. The complaint filed by Peak also says that during Superbowl 2020, he was battered by Kenneth Petty, Minaj’s husband.
TMZ reports, “In one session, Nicki allegedly wrote, “It’s clear they’re not necessarily, you know, a full basket umm at the picnic.” Peak took that to mean he was mentally unstable or intellectually deficient. In another, he says Nicki accused him of being “one sandwich short of a picnic” and receiving a check from the government, implying he was on welfare.”
Minaj hasn’t made any comments directly, but her attorney Judd Burstein says, “Mr. Peak has been harassing Nicki on social media for years on end to no avail.” He told told TMZ, “He has now graduated to seeking to shake her down financially with manifestly false allegations and legally frivolous claims. He will regret having gone down this disreputable road when he is forced to pay her legal fees as required by California law.”
The charges against Minaj have been filed in Los Angeles Superior Court.
Cardi B Threatens Legal Action Against YouTuber Storm Monroe For False Claims Of Fighting Offset’s Mother & Offering Money For Abortions
Cardi B is threatening legal action against YouTuber Storm Monroe for allegedly making false claims that she fought Offset’s mother and offered his side chicks money for abortions.
In a live stream, Storm said: He [Offset] does have another woman pregnant. I don’t know if it’s the girlfriend we see him with, but he does have another woman pregnant. Cardi B tried to put the girl on an NDA and tried to pay the girl to have an abortion. And she would not. So, Cardi decided to get pregnant to try to compete with the girl.
But, that ain’t the tea… The tea is that Offset’s mama and Cardi had a fight. And that was the final straw. Offset’s mama and sister have never liked Cardi. Ever. They never approved of this relationship.
Storm Monroe proclaimed, “Oh, I’m spilling tea TEA, b**ch!”
He continued, “Who won the fight? The mama. I’mma tell y’all how it was described to me. His mama whooped her a**—in their own house—and turned her every which way but loose.”
Storm Monroe proudly took to Instagram to announce he is “official in these celebrity streets” because Cardi B slid into his DMs to threaten legal action.
“Just got a DM from Cardi B this morning—looks like ya boy is official in these celebrity streets! Guess I need a lawyer now too. Anyone know one that takes payments in memes? #iaintgotit 🤣🤣.”
In her DM to Storm, Cardi B denied his claims and promised a lawsuit would be on the way.
The way I’m gonna sue your a** for that story you made up… for you to say I offered to pay anybody for an abortion AND say that me and Offset’s mom put hands on each other is crazy!!
I would never disrespect my kids’ grandmother or put my hands on someone’s MOM. That’s not even her character or mine.. then to claim that I’m paying someone to take a child’s life is insane but you will be getting a lawsuit your way.
Storm ain’t no fool. He swiftly pulled the video down and responded to Cardi with his best pleasantries.
Than you for reaching out to me regarding the video the allegations were made. I appreciate you bringing this to my attention and giving me the opportunity to remove the video. The video has been removed from the YouTube platform in short form and removed from the original livestream.
Storm Monroe still attempted to monetize the mess by going live to share why he removed the video.
Cardi B is threatening legal action against YouTuber Storm Monroe for allegedly making false claims that she fought Offset’s mother and offered his side chicks money for abortions.
In a live stream, Storm said: He [Offset] does have another woman pregnant. I don’t know if it’s the girlfriend we see him with, but he does have another woman pregnant. Cardi B tried to put the girl on an NDA and tried to pay the girl to have an abortion. And she would not. So, Cardi decided to get pregnant to try to compete with the girl.
But, that ain’t the tea… The tea is that Offset’s mama and Cardi had a fight. And that was the final straw. Offset’s mama and sister have never liked Cardi. Ever. They never approved of this relationship.
Storm Monroe proclaimed, “Oh, I’m spilling tea TEA, b**ch!”
He continued, “Who won the fight? The mama. I’mma tell y’all how it was described to me. His mama whooped her a**—in their own house—and turned her every which way but loose.”
Storm Monroe proudly took to Instagram to announce he is “official in these celebrity streets” because Cardi B slid into his DMs to threaten legal action.
“Just got a DM from Cardi B this morning—looks like ya boy is official in these celebrity streets! Guess I need a lawyer now too. Anyone know one that takes payments in memes? #iaintgotit 🤣🤣.”
In her DM to Storm, Cardi B denied his claims and promised a lawsuit would be on the way.
The way I’m gonna sue your a** for that story you made up… for you to say I offered to pay anybody for an abortion AND say that me and Offset’s mom put hands on each other is crazy!!
I would never disrespect my kids’ grandmother or put my hands on someone’s MOM. That’s not even her character or mine.. then to claim that I’m paying someone to take a child’s life is insane but you will be getting a lawsuit your way.
Storm ain’t no fool. He swiftly pulled the video down and responded to Cardi with his best pleasantries.
Than you for reaching out to me regarding the video the allegations were made. I appreciate you bringing this to my attention and giving me the opportunity to remove the video. The video has been removed from the YouTube platform in short form and removed from the original livestream.
Storm Monroe still attempted to monetize the mess by going live to share why he removed the video.
TikToker Jools Lebron Tearfully Addresses 'Very Demure, Very Mindful' Trademark
Jools Lebron is on the brink of losing her rights to "Very Demure, Very Mindful" catchphrase. The TikToker, who popularized the phrase with her viral video titled "How to be demure at work," can't help feeling sad after someone else filed a trademark for the popular phrase first.
In a since-deleted video posted on her TikTok page, the Internet celebrity bawled her eyes out as she expressed her feeling. "I've just invested so much money and time into this," she tearfully said. "And I feel like I did it wrong. I feel like I didn't try hard enough."
Jools said she hoped to make some money from the viral trend to help her family and fund her transition. "I wanted this to do so much for my family and provide for my transition and I just feel like I dropped the ball," she shared. "Like, I feel like I f**ked up and someone else has it now. I don't even know what I could've done better because I didn't have the resources."
She additionally wrote over the clip, "When you didn't trademark fast enough."
TMZ previously reported that a person from Washington state named Jefferson Bates applied for the trademark. As per court documents obtained by the site, it listed the reason for trademarking as an intent to market, advertise and promote.
Jools has since received support from many people, with one explaining, "Trademarks take time... months to be officially registered and approved. The original creator can still file and contest the other trademark that was filed. There is still time and the usage on social media is proof that she was the original creator. Go get what is yours!!!"
"Oh no! Thats so unfortunate," another commented. "You brought fun to learning words again babes and your light won't go away. Something big is coming." A third sympathized with Jools, "I know it seems like it's not a big deal but it was their content that made the phrase popular. That was shady and underhanded."
"We will NOT be buying any merch from anyone that isnt you love," someone is ready to boycott any merchandise launched by the person who filed the trademark. Another similarly declared, "About to boycott any merch I see with 'Demure' on it since the proceeds aren't going to Jools."
"I really hope Jools can challenge the trademark process!!!! They deserve to be able to sell merch! They made the word go viral. Period," someone wrote, while one other penned, "Nah this is soo unfair. She literally popularized this term..."
Slamming Jefferson, who is accused of similar alleged wrongdoings in the past, a social media user claimed, "What an evil person to steal someone else's catchphrase and trademark it." Someone else said, "Who's this Jefferson bates?! He should come outside we just wanna talk."
Rihanna Goes Makeup-Free in New Photos and Shares Skincare Tip: ‘Put That Sunscreen on, Baby!’
The multi-hyphenate promoted her Fenty Skin moisturizers with barefaced snaps on Instagram
If you're going to “shake it ’til the moon becomes the sun,” Rihanna knows you'll need some protection from that sun.
The “Pon de Replay” singer and Fenty Beauty founder, 36, shared a string of makeup-free photos to Instagram on Saturday, Aug. 24, while promoting a Fenty Skin product and giving fans a skincare tip in the process.
"here’s your reminder to put that sunscreen on, baby," Rihanna captioned the post, tagging both Sephora and Fenty Skin in the caption.
The images show the mother of two applying her Hydra Vizor Huez tinted moisturizer, a Sephora-exclusive product known to "hydrate, visibly boost skin elasticity, protect, and visibly reduce pores and dark spots."
Rihanna can be seen holding her products to the camera — and applying them to her cheek — as she rocks a cozy sweater and diamond jewelry. In one snap, she made a kissy face for added effect.
The new photos from the "Kiss It Better" singer come more than a week after her last Instagram upload — a string of cheeky images showing Rihanna model her Savage X Fenty Bold Lace Collection.
While balancing her beauty empire and motherhood, Rihanna has also taken a bit of time this month to visit her home country of Barbados. She and partner A$AP Rocky — the father of her two children RZA, 2, and Riot, 1 — were spotted on a getaway trip in early August spending some time at sea.
The outing came shortly after she showed off a custom bedazzled costume at the annual Crop Over Festival in Barbados.
Speaking to Billboard for a cover story this past week, Rocky, 35, opened up about his "great" relationship with the nine-time Grammy winner, adding that it's "crazy how we find balance with our chaotic schedules."
"I don’t think there’s a more perfect person because when the schedules are hectic, she’s very understanding of that," Rocky said, adding that they spend the "most time together" when their schedules are "freed up."
"It’s all understanding and compatibility," he continued.
Elsewhere in the story, Rocky shared that his music taste hasn't quite fallen in line with what his kids are into. As he revealed, the family has been watching quite a bit of the Cocomelon cartoon lately. “That s--- is driving me nuts!" he joked. "Don’t tell my girl I said that. I’m totally joking. I don’t give a s---. She’s tired of it, too, probably.”
Rocky also celebrated their youngest child's first birthday on Aug. 1 with a social media shoutout and carousel of images and videos on Instagram. “HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY TO MY 2ND BORN SON RIOT ROSE MAYERS ❤️," he wrote at the time.
The multi-hyphenate promoted her Fenty Skin moisturizers with barefaced snaps on Instagram
If you're going to “shake it ’til the moon becomes the sun,” Rihanna knows you'll need some protection from that sun.
The “Pon de Replay” singer and Fenty Beauty founder, 36, shared a string of makeup-free photos to Instagram on Saturday, Aug. 24, while promoting a Fenty Skin product and giving fans a skincare tip in the process.
"here’s your reminder to put that sunscreen on, baby," Rihanna captioned the post, tagging both Sephora and Fenty Skin in the caption.
The images show the mother of two applying her Hydra Vizor Huez tinted moisturizer, a Sephora-exclusive product known to "hydrate, visibly boost skin elasticity, protect, and visibly reduce pores and dark spots."
Rihanna can be seen holding her products to the camera — and applying them to her cheek — as she rocks a cozy sweater and diamond jewelry. In one snap, she made a kissy face for added effect.
The new photos from the "Kiss It Better" singer come more than a week after her last Instagram upload — a string of cheeky images showing Rihanna model her Savage X Fenty Bold Lace Collection.
While balancing her beauty empire and motherhood, Rihanna has also taken a bit of time this month to visit her home country of Barbados. She and partner A$AP Rocky — the father of her two children RZA, 2, and Riot, 1 — were spotted on a getaway trip in early August spending some time at sea.
The outing came shortly after she showed off a custom bedazzled costume at the annual Crop Over Festival in Barbados.
Speaking to Billboard for a cover story this past week, Rocky, 35, opened up about his "great" relationship with the nine-time Grammy winner, adding that it's "crazy how we find balance with our chaotic schedules."
"I don’t think there’s a more perfect person because when the schedules are hectic, she’s very understanding of that," Rocky said, adding that they spend the "most time together" when their schedules are "freed up."
"It’s all understanding and compatibility," he continued.
Elsewhere in the story, Rocky shared that his music taste hasn't quite fallen in line with what his kids are into. As he revealed, the family has been watching quite a bit of the Cocomelon cartoon lately. “That s--- is driving me nuts!" he joked. "Don’t tell my girl I said that. I’m totally joking. I don’t give a s---. She’s tired of it, too, probably.”
Rocky also celebrated their youngest child's first birthday on Aug. 1 with a social media shoutout and carousel of images and videos on Instagram. “HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY TO MY 2ND BORN SON RIOT ROSE MAYERS ❤️," he wrote at the time.
Ben Affleck Has Already Sparked Dating Rumors With Kick Kennedy.
You’re not ready for this, but eye-witnesses are claiming that the newly single Ben Affleck was seen hanging out with a pal, and it’s already sparking romance rumors.
In case you missed it, eye-witnesses claimed to Page Six that Affleck has been seen at his old haunts like the Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel, and apparently, while he was there, he was hanging out with Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s daughter Kick Kennedy.
Now, as you can imagine, many outlets are already thinking this could be the start of a new romance. However, the outlet specifically said he was seen “hanging out with friend” Kick, so per the outlet that reported it, it seems the pair are just friends. However, many hopefuls think it’s seemingly too early to tell.
While we already know that Affleck is in the middle of a messy divorce from Jennifer Lopez, Kennedy is single (as far as we know). She’s dated a few high-profile people in the past, one of whom was billionaire banking heir Matthew Mellon. However, he tragically died within four months of their dating. She hasn’t been publicly linked to anyone since.
Now, who is Kick? While we already know she’s a Kennedy, she’s also an actress who was in numerous projects from 2011 to 2021. Not much is known about her inner circle, or even how close she is to Affleck, but fans are eager to know more.
But for now, it seems Affleck is learning to be single again after his and Lopez’s tumultuous two-year marriage.
In case you missed it, eye-witnesses claimed to Page Six that Affleck has been seen at his old haunts like the Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel, and apparently, while he was there, he was hanging out with Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s daughter Kick Kennedy.
Now, as you can imagine, many outlets are already thinking this could be the start of a new romance. However, the outlet specifically said he was seen “hanging out with friend” Kick, so per the outlet that reported it, it seems the pair are just friends. However, many hopefuls think it’s seemingly too early to tell.
While we already know that Affleck is in the middle of a messy divorce from Jennifer Lopez, Kennedy is single (as far as we know). She’s dated a few high-profile people in the past, one of whom was billionaire banking heir Matthew Mellon. However, he tragically died within four months of their dating. She hasn’t been publicly linked to anyone since.
Now, who is Kick? While we already know she’s a Kennedy, she’s also an actress who was in numerous projects from 2011 to 2021. Not much is known about her inner circle, or even how close she is to Affleck, but fans are eager to know more.
But for now, it seems Affleck is learning to be single again after his and Lopez’s tumultuous two-year marriage.
Watch the emotional trailer for 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story'
1st look at 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story'"GMA" shares an exclusive first look at the documentary that tells the inspiring story of the unknown actor turned legendary movie star who became a staunch advocate for disability rights and care.
The powerful and emotional official trailer for "Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story" is here.
Christopher Reeve, who brought Clark Kent and his superhero persona Superman to life in four films throughout the '70s and '80s, was injured in a near-fatal horse-riding accident in 1995 that left him paralyzed from the neck down.
As a quadriplegic, he continued to inspire generations of fans as an activist and advocate for spinal cord injury research, founding the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. He died in 2004 from heart failure.
"We said goodbye … he gave this wave," son Matthew Reeve recalled in the trailer for the documentary, released Monday. "That was the last time I saw him on his feet."
The trailer features a voiceover from the late actor, who says, "I ruined my life and everybody else's," and laments that he won't be able to "throw a ball" with his son, Will Reeve, now an ABC News correspondent, or "make love" to his wife Dana Reeve, who died in 2006 of lung cancer. "Maybe we should let me go."
1st look at 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story'"GMA" shares an exclusive first look at the documentary that tells the inspiring story of the unknown actor turned legendary movie star who became a staunch advocate for disability rights and care.
The powerful and emotional official trailer for "Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story" is here.
Christopher Reeve, who brought Clark Kent and his superhero persona Superman to life in four films throughout the '70s and '80s, was injured in a near-fatal horse-riding accident in 1995 that left him paralyzed from the neck down.
As a quadriplegic, he continued to inspire generations of fans as an activist and advocate for spinal cord injury research, founding the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. He died in 2004 from heart failure.
"We said goodbye … he gave this wave," son Matthew Reeve recalled in the trailer for the documentary, released Monday. "That was the last time I saw him on his feet."
The trailer features a voiceover from the late actor, who says, "I ruined my life and everybody else's," and laments that he won't be able to "throw a ball" with his son, Will Reeve, now an ABC News correspondent, or "make love" to his wife Dana Reeve, who died in 2006 of lung cancer. "Maybe we should let me go."
"She came flying in and she just yelled, 'I love you. I love you,'" daughter Alexandra Reeve Givens recalled of her mom.
"And then she said the words that saved my life: you're still you, and I love you,'" Christopher Reeve's voiceover says in a voiceover of his wife.
The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January and is in theaters across America on Sept. 21 and Sept. 25, with tickets available via Fathom Events.
The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January and is in theaters across America on Sept. 21 and Sept. 25, with tickets available via Fathom Events.
Jermaine Dupri refutes critics’ claim he doesn’t support Vice President Kamala Harris
Jermaine Dupri is not leaving room for misunderstandings regarding his political stance after being put through the wringer on social media for two days.
The music industry veteran found himself at the center of a digital discourse when many believed he cast doubt on Vice President Kamala Harris’ ability to effectively lead the county if elected president.
On Thursday (Aug. 22), she officially accepted her party’s nomination at the Democratic National Convention. She was previously endorsed by President Joe Biden in July when he withdrew from the 2024 presidential race against Republican opponent Donald Trump. Ahead of her speech, Dupri posted a video saying that Harris had a huge task of addressing her campaign policies, as many people likely have questions about how her leadership will differ from Biden.
In particular, the Grammy Award winner drew attention to a Republican commentator participating in CNN’s DNC coverage who questioned her ability to create change. Durpri revealed he asked her a similar question and inquired about why she had not been more outspoken before running for the nation’s highest office. He said that Harris told him her “hands are tied.” The video was met with a barrage of criticism and people advising him to learn about the roles of the president and vice president.
On Saturday (Aug. 24) he addressed the backlash by sharing his thoughts in an Instagram Live with journalist Roland Martin. First, Dupri stated, “I’m not a Republican, alright? Let’s be clear: I am with Kamala Harris. Let’s be clear. And I feel like a lot of y’all was just talking s**t ‘cause y’all thought that I was on the other side.”
The Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee went on to address people misinterpreting his words. He said, “I think that a lot y’all jumped the gun. First of all, y’all got the message, ‘cause I seen the message actually popping yesterday (Aug. 23), which is the day after Kamala Harris had her speech. So, I guess that made y’all believe that I was speaking as we saw the speech, and then this is what I talked about.”
Additionally, he clarified that his comments were in reaction to the Republican commentator critically insinuating that if elected, Harris may not have an impactful administration based off the perception of her tenure as vice president. “I wasn’t asking that question. I was telling y’all what he kept saying, and I was wondering why the people weren’t screaming this, what everybody’s screaming at me, ‘You should know,’ ‘You should get a class in civics,’” said the So So Def Recordings founder.
Further disproving the accusation of him trying to detract from Harris’ campaign, he added, “Everybody knows that she’s in the White House, so she has to continue to support what’s happening in the White House right now.” When Martin joined the conversation, he reiterated the presidential hopeful is walking a fine line of saying what she will do as president and fulfilling her duties as Biden’s second-in-command with limited authority.
“Now that she’s the nominee, so she now actually has two jobs, so she’s the nominee, but she’s still a vice president … Vice President Harris, if she has her own view on Israel-Gaza … It gotta be nuanced because she’s still a vice president,” said the former “News One Now” host. “The president sets policy. The president sets the agenda. She can’t state exactly how she feels or where she will go until she’s sworn in,” said Martin. “You have more freedom to speak as a U.S. Senator or a House member than you do as a vice president.”
In her acceptance speech, the former California district attorney appealed to voters by opposing Trump’s expressed plans to support legislation that strips women of their reproductive rights and rolls back medical and education funding, she also shared her intention to broker peace in Eastern European and Middle East territories.
The music industry veteran found himself at the center of a digital discourse when many believed he cast doubt on Vice President Kamala Harris’ ability to effectively lead the county if elected president.
On Thursday (Aug. 22), she officially accepted her party’s nomination at the Democratic National Convention. She was previously endorsed by President Joe Biden in July when he withdrew from the 2024 presidential race against Republican opponent Donald Trump. Ahead of her speech, Dupri posted a video saying that Harris had a huge task of addressing her campaign policies, as many people likely have questions about how her leadership will differ from Biden.
In particular, the Grammy Award winner drew attention to a Republican commentator participating in CNN’s DNC coverage who questioned her ability to create change. Durpri revealed he asked her a similar question and inquired about why she had not been more outspoken before running for the nation’s highest office. He said that Harris told him her “hands are tied.” The video was met with a barrage of criticism and people advising him to learn about the roles of the president and vice president.
On Saturday (Aug. 24) he addressed the backlash by sharing his thoughts in an Instagram Live with journalist Roland Martin. First, Dupri stated, “I’m not a Republican, alright? Let’s be clear: I am with Kamala Harris. Let’s be clear. And I feel like a lot of y’all was just talking s**t ‘cause y’all thought that I was on the other side.”
The Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee went on to address people misinterpreting his words. He said, “I think that a lot y’all jumped the gun. First of all, y’all got the message, ‘cause I seen the message actually popping yesterday (Aug. 23), which is the day after Kamala Harris had her speech. So, I guess that made y’all believe that I was speaking as we saw the speech, and then this is what I talked about.”
Additionally, he clarified that his comments were in reaction to the Republican commentator critically insinuating that if elected, Harris may not have an impactful administration based off the perception of her tenure as vice president. “I wasn’t asking that question. I was telling y’all what he kept saying, and I was wondering why the people weren’t screaming this, what everybody’s screaming at me, ‘You should know,’ ‘You should get a class in civics,’” said the So So Def Recordings founder.
Further disproving the accusation of him trying to detract from Harris’ campaign, he added, “Everybody knows that she’s in the White House, so she has to continue to support what’s happening in the White House right now.” When Martin joined the conversation, he reiterated the presidential hopeful is walking a fine line of saying what she will do as president and fulfilling her duties as Biden’s second-in-command with limited authority.
“Now that she’s the nominee, so she now actually has two jobs, so she’s the nominee, but she’s still a vice president … Vice President Harris, if she has her own view on Israel-Gaza … It gotta be nuanced because she’s still a vice president,” said the former “News One Now” host. “The president sets policy. The president sets the agenda. She can’t state exactly how she feels or where she will go until she’s sworn in,” said Martin. “You have more freedom to speak as a U.S. Senator or a House member than you do as a vice president.”
In her acceptance speech, the former California district attorney appealed to voters by opposing Trump’s expressed plans to support legislation that strips women of their reproductive rights and rolls back medical and education funding, she also shared her intention to broker peace in Eastern European and Middle East territories.
Alec Baldwin Blamed By Quentin Tarantino For 'Rust' Fatal Shooting
The "Rust" shooting incident, which resulted in the unfortunate death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injury to director Joel Souza, continues to be a hot topic of discussion. The incident occurred in October 2021 when actor Alec Baldwin was holding a prop gun that inadvertently discharged during a rehearsal.
In a most recent interview on Bill Maher's "Club Random" podcast, renowned director Quentin Tarantino shared his thoughts on this tragic event and the subsequent legal outcomes.
"It's a situation, I think I'm being fair enough to say, that the armorer - the guy who handles the gun - is 90% responsible for everything that happens when it comes to that gun, but ... the actor's 10% responsible," stated Tarantino. He emphasized the shared responsibility, adding, "You are a partner in the responsibility, to some degree."
Baldwin faced an involuntary manslaughter charge which was dismissed in July by a New Mexico judge. The dismissal came after prosecutors were found to have withheld critical evidence from Baldwin's legal team.
Baldwin, who always maintained that he did not pull the trigger nor know why the gun was loaded with live ammunition, expressed relief following the conclusion of the case, stating, "There are too many people who have supported me to thank just now."
In his interview, Tarantino suggested that actors should take an active role in ensuring their weapons are safe, advising, "Actors should personally inspect their weapons to ensure there are no bullets in the barrel or other issues before using them in scenes." This assertion reflects the director's strong belief in collaborative responsibility for safety on set.
The armorer on the "Rust" set, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and is currently serving an 18-month sentence. Assistant director Dave Halls also faced legal repercussions but took a plea deal for negligent use of a deadly weapon.
Tarantino's remarks and the legal outcomes of the case highlight the importance of stringent safety protocols in filmmaking, particularly when firearms are involved. The tragic incident on the set of "Rust" serves as a sobering reminder of the potential dangers in movie production and the need for accountability at every level.
The ongoing discussions and legal actions related to the "Rust" incident underline a larger conversation within the film industry about how to safeguard against such tragedies and determine the balance of responsibility among those involved.
In a most recent interview on Bill Maher's "Club Random" podcast, renowned director Quentin Tarantino shared his thoughts on this tragic event and the subsequent legal outcomes.
"It's a situation, I think I'm being fair enough to say, that the armorer - the guy who handles the gun - is 90% responsible for everything that happens when it comes to that gun, but ... the actor's 10% responsible," stated Tarantino. He emphasized the shared responsibility, adding, "You are a partner in the responsibility, to some degree."
Baldwin faced an involuntary manslaughter charge which was dismissed in July by a New Mexico judge. The dismissal came after prosecutors were found to have withheld critical evidence from Baldwin's legal team.
Baldwin, who always maintained that he did not pull the trigger nor know why the gun was loaded with live ammunition, expressed relief following the conclusion of the case, stating, "There are too many people who have supported me to thank just now."
In his interview, Tarantino suggested that actors should take an active role in ensuring their weapons are safe, advising, "Actors should personally inspect their weapons to ensure there are no bullets in the barrel or other issues before using them in scenes." This assertion reflects the director's strong belief in collaborative responsibility for safety on set.
The armorer on the "Rust" set, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and is currently serving an 18-month sentence. Assistant director Dave Halls also faced legal repercussions but took a plea deal for negligent use of a deadly weapon.
Tarantino's remarks and the legal outcomes of the case highlight the importance of stringent safety protocols in filmmaking, particularly when firearms are involved. The tragic incident on the set of "Rust" serves as a sobering reminder of the potential dangers in movie production and the need for accountability at every level.
The ongoing discussions and legal actions related to the "Rust" incident underline a larger conversation within the film industry about how to safeguard against such tragedies and determine the balance of responsibility among those involved.
Lizzo Say's she's taking a break from music
The 36-year-old singer hasn’t released an album since Special in 2022, and Lizzo has now taken to social media to reveal that she’s taking a break from the music business.
“I’m taking a gap year and protecting my peace [prayer emoji],” Lizzo wrote alongside a video post on Instagram.
In the video, Lizzo is standing on a balcony wearing a swimsuit. The chart-topping star — who is currently on holiday in Bali, Indonesia, looks skyward as rain pours on her head, before she throws her hands in the air.
Earlier this year, Lizzo seemingly announced her exit from the music business.
The “Truth Hurts” singer admitted that she had grown tired of “being the butt of the joke.”
“I’m getting tired of putting up with being dragged by everyone in my life and on the internet. All I want is to make music and make people happy and help the world be a little better than how I found it. But I’m starting to feel like the world doesn’t want me in it.
“I’m constantly up against lies being told about me for clout and views … being the butt of the joke every single time because of how I look. My character being picked apart by people who don’t know me and disrespecting my name. I didn’t sign up for this s—.” she wrote on Instagram in March.
However, Lizzo later clarified that she wasn’t quitting the music industry.
“I quit giving any negative energy attention. What I’m not gonna quit, is the joy of my life, which is making music, which is connecting the people, ’cause I know I’m not alone,” she said.
“I’m taking a gap year and protecting my peace [prayer emoji],” Lizzo wrote alongside a video post on Instagram.
In the video, Lizzo is standing on a balcony wearing a swimsuit. The chart-topping star — who is currently on holiday in Bali, Indonesia, looks skyward as rain pours on her head, before she throws her hands in the air.
Earlier this year, Lizzo seemingly announced her exit from the music business.
The “Truth Hurts” singer admitted that she had grown tired of “being the butt of the joke.”
“I’m getting tired of putting up with being dragged by everyone in my life and on the internet. All I want is to make music and make people happy and help the world be a little better than how I found it. But I’m starting to feel like the world doesn’t want me in it.
“I’m constantly up against lies being told about me for clout and views … being the butt of the joke every single time because of how I look. My character being picked apart by people who don’t know me and disrespecting my name. I didn’t sign up for this s—.” she wrote on Instagram in March.
However, Lizzo later clarified that she wasn’t quitting the music industry.
“I quit giving any negative energy attention. What I’m not gonna quit, is the joy of my life, which is making music, which is connecting the people, ’cause I know I’m not alone,” she said.
Sean Kingston And Mother Flee Reporters After Court Hearing
Sean Kingston and his mother, Janice Turner, fled reporters as they ran from a federal court building on Friday (Aug. 23) after their federal arraignment. Video footage shows the “Beautiful Girls” singer wearing a dress shirt and black pants and running away from the building before quickly leaping into a Black SUV in waiting. Kingston’s mother jogs behind the artist while yelling at the cameramen to “put that up,” seemingly mocking them for posting about their legal woes.
Sean Kingston and Turner both pleaded not guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and wire fraud charges at the arraignment. They then requested a jury trial, with the discovery process beginning soon after.
Additionally, Sean Kingston, né Kisean Paul Anderson, and his mother are currently being accused of running an elaborate million-dollar fraud scheme. A SWAT team raided his Florida mansion in May, stemming from the allegations, which then resulted in his arrest.
Kingston was initially performing a show before being arrested, brought in, and booked at a San Bernadino jail before being extradited to Florida.
Turner was also arrested during the raid and was being held on a $160,000 bond. Her detainment was partially related to a suit filed against Kingston in February, accusing him of defrauding a local company that installed a 232-inch TV in his mansion.
Anderson was previously serving two years probation for trafficking stolen property until he and his mother were both indicted on charges related to wire fraud, which allegedly raked in $1 million.
According to the United States Attorney’s Office at the Southern District of Florida, federal prosecutors detailed that the duo had “unjustly enriched themselves by falsely representing that they had executed bank wire or other monetary payment transfers as payment for vehicles, jewelry, and other goods.”
Interestingly enough, this wasn’t the first time that Janice Turner was accused of fraud. Flordia’s Local 10 news reports that Turner pleaded guilty to bank fraud in 2006. As a result, she served a year and a half in prison.
Sean Kingston and his mother, Janice Turner, fled reporters as they ran from a federal court building on Friday (Aug. 23) after their federal arraignment. Video footage shows the “Beautiful Girls” singer wearing a dress shirt and black pants and running away from the building before quickly leaping into a Black SUV in waiting. Kingston’s mother jogs behind the artist while yelling at the cameramen to “put that up,” seemingly mocking them for posting about their legal woes.
Sean Kingston and Turner both pleaded not guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and wire fraud charges at the arraignment. They then requested a jury trial, with the discovery process beginning soon after.
Additionally, Sean Kingston, né Kisean Paul Anderson, and his mother are currently being accused of running an elaborate million-dollar fraud scheme. A SWAT team raided his Florida mansion in May, stemming from the allegations, which then resulted in his arrest.
Kingston was initially performing a show before being arrested, brought in, and booked at a San Bernadino jail before being extradited to Florida.
Turner was also arrested during the raid and was being held on a $160,000 bond. Her detainment was partially related to a suit filed against Kingston in February, accusing him of defrauding a local company that installed a 232-inch TV in his mansion.
Anderson was previously serving two years probation for trafficking stolen property until he and his mother were both indicted on charges related to wire fraud, which allegedly raked in $1 million.
According to the United States Attorney’s Office at the Southern District of Florida, federal prosecutors detailed that the duo had “unjustly enriched themselves by falsely representing that they had executed bank wire or other monetary payment transfers as payment for vehicles, jewelry, and other goods.”
Interestingly enough, this wasn’t the first time that Janice Turner was accused of fraud. Flordia’s Local 10 news reports that Turner pleaded guilty to bank fraud in 2006. As a result, she served a year and a half in prison.
Kid ‘N Play Merge the Old And New School with ‘The Funhouse With Kid ‘N Play’ Podcast
*In 1990, Kid ‘N Play took fans to the funhouse with their danceable single and sophomore album of the same name. In 2024, the duo, consisting of Christopher “Kid” Reid and his partner in rhyme, Christopher “Play” Martin, have brought the funhouse back in a current form with their new podcast “The Funhouse With Kid ‘N Play.’
The chart-topping Urban One Podcast outlet brings a star-studded interview style while offering insightful discussions and lively conversations that bridge the gap between the old-school fans and new-school rap music fans, hip-hop followers, and supporters.
For Martin, his latest venture with Reid is one that builds on the legacy the two share on and off the mic.
“Kid and I have a legacy,” he recently told Blavity. “People are probably not aware of the three six degrees of separation of Kid ‘N Play,” he jokingly said regarding the first season’s iconic lineup, including Kid Capri, Chuck D and Roxanne Shante.
“So it’s just calling friends and saying, ‘Hey, you want to have fun?’ Some of these artists are not necessarily known to crack a smile or to joke and laugh. But they have that kind of relationship with us. They know our antics, our vibe, and how organic we are, and it makes them comfortable because they know us. So, it’s a conversation amongst friends,” Martin continued.
Among his favorite moments with their guests, Martin highlighted discovering that rap icon Rakim’s musical prowess as a lyricist was influenced by his ability to compose music and play various instrumentals well as dissecting Doug E. Fresh‘s experience performing in front of younger crowds. For its first episode, Martin and Reid chatted with Naughty by Nature’s Treach about the hitmaker’s friendships with the late Notorious B.I. G. and Tupac Shakur, respectively as well as his respect for Queen Latifah and hanging out with Michael Jackson and Bubbles the Chimp.
While the excitement of talking with longtime friends and colleagues unlocks great conversation, the sentiment is shared with the younger generation in relaying the As excited as the duo is to speak with some of their long-time friends and colleagues, Reid notes the ability to share their knowledge and experiences with a younger generation is just as important.
“I think in this fractured world, especially in the music and hip-hop scenes, the show is an attempt to bridge the gap and show that we’re not that far apart. We’re more aligned than we think,” Reid told Blavity.
“Every artist has a journey, and very rarely is it an overnight thing,” added the entertainer, who hoped that listeners hearing the journeys of their guests would be “informative” and “inspirational.” “We bring a natural curiosity about music first and foremost, and then just life in general. You know, you turn around and realize everybody didn’t make it this far. Many of our great friends, peers, and people we admired have finished their journey. So, I think, while we are still here and enjoying each other’s company, this would be a really interesting way to proceed.”
For future podcasts, listeners can look forward to current artists currently topping the charts as well as producers, politicians and music executives.
“The Funhouse with Kid ‘N Play” podcast is available on all major podcast platforms and Urban One Podcasts. Scroll below to see the latest episode of the podcast:
The chart-topping Urban One Podcast outlet brings a star-studded interview style while offering insightful discussions and lively conversations that bridge the gap between the old-school fans and new-school rap music fans, hip-hop followers, and supporters.
For Martin, his latest venture with Reid is one that builds on the legacy the two share on and off the mic.
“Kid and I have a legacy,” he recently told Blavity. “People are probably not aware of the three six degrees of separation of Kid ‘N Play,” he jokingly said regarding the first season’s iconic lineup, including Kid Capri, Chuck D and Roxanne Shante.
“So it’s just calling friends and saying, ‘Hey, you want to have fun?’ Some of these artists are not necessarily known to crack a smile or to joke and laugh. But they have that kind of relationship with us. They know our antics, our vibe, and how organic we are, and it makes them comfortable because they know us. So, it’s a conversation amongst friends,” Martin continued.
Among his favorite moments with their guests, Martin highlighted discovering that rap icon Rakim’s musical prowess as a lyricist was influenced by his ability to compose music and play various instrumentals well as dissecting Doug E. Fresh‘s experience performing in front of younger crowds. For its first episode, Martin and Reid chatted with Naughty by Nature’s Treach about the hitmaker’s friendships with the late Notorious B.I. G. and Tupac Shakur, respectively as well as his respect for Queen Latifah and hanging out with Michael Jackson and Bubbles the Chimp.
While the excitement of talking with longtime friends and colleagues unlocks great conversation, the sentiment is shared with the younger generation in relaying the As excited as the duo is to speak with some of their long-time friends and colleagues, Reid notes the ability to share their knowledge and experiences with a younger generation is just as important.
“I think in this fractured world, especially in the music and hip-hop scenes, the show is an attempt to bridge the gap and show that we’re not that far apart. We’re more aligned than we think,” Reid told Blavity.
“Every artist has a journey, and very rarely is it an overnight thing,” added the entertainer, who hoped that listeners hearing the journeys of their guests would be “informative” and “inspirational.” “We bring a natural curiosity about music first and foremost, and then just life in general. You know, you turn around and realize everybody didn’t make it this far. Many of our great friends, peers, and people we admired have finished their journey. So, I think, while we are still here and enjoying each other’s company, this would be a really interesting way to proceed.”
For future podcasts, listeners can look forward to current artists currently topping the charts as well as producers, politicians and music executives.
“The Funhouse with Kid ‘N Play” podcast is available on all major podcast platforms and Urban One Podcasts. Scroll below to see the latest episode of the podcast:
Deion Sanders Starts $2,121 Saving Accounts For The Children Of His Colorado Players
Deion Sanders is showing up for several of his football players who are also fathers.
The Colorado Buffaloes coach held a team meeting last week, during which he addressed several of his athletes who had children. Sanders announced that he had partnered with Elevations Credit Union to open bank accounts for each of the players’ children.
“A child is not a mistake. A child is an opportunity to mature you, grow you, advance you, and give you some skills,” he shared during his speech.
It’s unclear how many of the players are fathers. However, it has been reported that the former NFL star placed $2,121 in each of the 529 Savings Plans to get the accounts started. The amount is significant, as it was Sanders’ signature number during his time in professional football. Sanders’ also announced that he would further match the startup funds, bringing the grand total to $4,242 at some point.
“By the time the baby is 18, the baby will be straight and have a head start on life,” Sanders said, later adding, “That’s what we need. Imagine if you had 100 grand dumped on you when you were 18…Let’s pave the way; let’s lay it out so the child has an advantage in life.”
Sanders is no stranger to showing up for his players, present and past. During his tenure at Jackson State, the 57-year-old donated half of his salary to help the school renovate its football facility.
Deion Sanders is showing up for several of his football players who are also fathers.
The Colorado Buffaloes coach held a team meeting last week, during which he addressed several of his athletes who had children. Sanders announced that he had partnered with Elevations Credit Union to open bank accounts for each of the players’ children.
“A child is not a mistake. A child is an opportunity to mature you, grow you, advance you, and give you some skills,” he shared during his speech.
It’s unclear how many of the players are fathers. However, it has been reported that the former NFL star placed $2,121 in each of the 529 Savings Plans to get the accounts started. The amount is significant, as it was Sanders’ signature number during his time in professional football. Sanders’ also announced that he would further match the startup funds, bringing the grand total to $4,242 at some point.
“By the time the baby is 18, the baby will be straight and have a head start on life,” Sanders said, later adding, “That’s what we need. Imagine if you had 100 grand dumped on you when you were 18…Let’s pave the way; let’s lay it out so the child has an advantage in life.”
Sanders is no stranger to showing up for his players, present and past. During his tenure at Jackson State, the 57-year-old donated half of his salary to help the school renovate its football facility.
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