Steve Dietl There’s a distinct difference between St. Nick as most people around the world know him — white beard, pale skin — and that of Nick, played by Lil Rel Howery, in Disney’s Dashing through the Snow. Ahead of the holiday film’s release on Disney+ November 17, Howery told ABC Audio he’s grateful for the opportunity to portray a Black Santa Claus and…
Courtesy DCP After years of airing on broadcast TV, the Billboard Music Awards took place completely online Sunday night. Country singer Morgan Wallen was the big winner with 11, followed by Taylor Swift with 10 and Drake with five. Here’s the complete list of winners: Top Artist Taylor Swift Top Female Artist Taylor Swift Top…
Ricky Vigil M / Justin E Palmer/GC Images On Saturday afternoon, Ben Brafman, Sean “Diddy” Combs‘ attorney, commented on a settlement between his client and recording artist Cassie, which she revealed on Friday evening. Brafman insisted, “Just so we’re clear, a decision to settle a lawsuit, especially in 2023, is in no way an admission…
John Shearer/Getty Images for The Hollywood Reporter Singer and actress Cassie has settled a lawsuit Friday against ex-boyfriend Sean “Diddy” Combs, according to statements from both parties. The lawsuit, which was filed Thursday in New York, accused Combs of sex trafficking and sexual assault, according to court documents. “This evening, Ms. Ventura and Mr. Combs…
Republic Records Good new for the Barbz: Nicki Minaj will soon be hitting the road. She caused all sorts of mayhem, and internet crashes, Friday while announcing her global Pink Friday 2 tour in support of the upcoming album of the same name. “No need to panic,” she told fans on X, formerly Twitter, who might’ve had issues gaining access…
From surprise albums to long-awaited joint projects and fresh love singles, check out this week’s New Music Friday for the culture’s latest and greatest in music. 2 Chainz & Lil Wayne, Welcome 2 Collegrove — After weeks of promos and album teases, the iconic rappers join forces for their new collaborative LP, which features 21 Savage, Usher, Fabolous and more. André 3000, New Blue Sun — The Outkast rapper…
ABC/Jeff Neira Fantasia said she wasn’t too thrilled at the thought of reprising her role as Celie in the upcoming film adaptation of The Color Purple. Taking on the role, she said, would remind her of past trauma she didn’t want to again experience. But that’s the very reason she joined the cast. She did it “for…
Isa Foltin/Getty Images Kool & The Gang drummer and founding member George “Funky” Brown passed away Thursday, November 16, at the age of 74. “We lost our beloved husband and father, Kool & The Gang founding member George Brown last night,” read a statement provided by the family to ABC Audio. “He passed away peacefully at Long Beach Memorial…
FAX Records/Epic Records Tyla, the South African star whose breakthrough hit “Water” continues to see success, is back with not one but two remixes of the track. The 21-year-old singer tapped rapper Travis Scott for a hip-hop version and electronic DJ Marshmello for an upbeat dance record. Tyla, along with Scott, debuted the hip-hop remix at the GQ party for its Man…
Live Nation Just four days after Drake announced his 2024 It’s All a Blur – Big As The What? Tour with assistance from J. Cole, the “Nonstop” rapper has added additional shows. The 10 new dates are all follow-ups to previously announced stops in San Antonio, Oklahoma, Tampa, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Buffalo, Kansas City, Belmont Park, NY and Sunrise, FL. “Right back at it,” said Drake of…
