President Joe Biden helped light the National Christmas Tree on the Ellipse near the White House Thursday, remembering those lost to the COVID-19 pandemic and crediting the American people for the optimism he says he feels about the country. (Dec. 2)
news.yahoo.comUniversalBefore I knew what Pete Davidson looked like, I knew he was hot. A couple relatives of mine encountered the comedian during a visit to New York, soon after he’d been announced as a cast member on Saturday Night Live. They were ecstatic—and the headline was that he was hot. Over the years, Davidson’s hotness has crescendoed from a gentle simmer—“He’s so cute!”—to a full-blown, lollipop-sucking boil. It’s an irresistible combination: His look might scream dirtbag chic, but the bleached ha
news.yahoo.comA public inquiry into a mass attack at a 2017 Ariana Grade concert in northwest England has found that “serious shortcomings” by venue operators, security staff and police helped a suicide bomber who killed 22 people carry out his “evil intentions.”.
FILE - In this Dec. 6, 2018 file photo, Ariana Grande attends the 13th annual Billboard Women in Music event in New York. NBC said Tuesday that Grande will join the Emmy-winning series "The Voice" for its fall 2021 cycle. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)NEW YORK – “The Voice" is switching their positions for Ariana Grande: the pop star is taking her seat in the coach's chair later this year. NBC said Tuesday that Grande will join the Emmy-winning series for its fall 2021 cycle. The 20th season of “The Voice" is currently on air and features those three singers along with Nick Jonas.
This combination photo shows poster art for the film "Godzilla vs Kong," premiering on HBO Max on March 31, left, "Concrete Cowboy," premiering April 2 on Netflix and "Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia," premiering April 3 on Lifetime. (HBO Max/Netflix/Lifetime via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. MOVIES— Two of cinema’s most famous giants are headed for an old-fashioned big budget clash in “Godzilla vs. Kong,” available on HBO Max for 31 days starting Friday. After a pandemic-induced blockbuster drought, Henry told the AP that the film will be a welcome change of pace. Ad— Legendary gospel singer Mahalia Jackson gets overdue biopic attention in a Lifetime film debuting Saturday.
(Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)NEW YORK – A night after winning the top Grammy Award for songwriting, R&B singer H.E.R. Leslie Odom Jr. will also compete for best original song with “Speak Now” from “One Night in Miami...," which he wrote with Sam Ashworth. AdSongs by John Legend, Mary J. Blige, Janelle Monae and Robert Glasper were shortlisted for best original song but didn't make the final cut. The duo of Reznor and Ross have won a number of awards for their scoring work, including an Oscar, Grammy, Emmy and Golden Globe. Terence Blanchard (“Da 5 Bloods"), Emile Mosseri (“Minari") and James Newton Howard (“News of the World") round out the best original score nominees.
FILE - Members BTS pose for photos during the Golden Disk Awards in Seoul, South Korea, on Jan. 5, 2020. Now, the gift has returned to them — in the form of their first Grammy nomination. “‘Dynamite’ gave us huge success in Korea, of course, a Grammy nomination, a performance, so you know, life is really interesting." “It’s really hard to express in words,” Jimin said of the nomination. They said the Grammy nomination does create some pressure for the next batch of songs they produce, but they’re not letting the success get to their heads.
This combination photo shows key art for the Acorn TV series "Bloodlands," premiering March 15, left, key art for the Apple TV+ film "Cherry," center, and key art for Nickelodeons "Kids Choice Awards," hosted by Kenan Thompson and airing on March 13. (Acorn TV/Apple TV+/Nickelodeon via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Ad—AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSIC— The 2021 Grammys will hand out 84 awards Sunday, but what’s more exciting? Other performers include Chris Martin, John Mayer, Doja Cat, Maren Morris, DaBaby, HAIM, Lil Baby, Brandi Carlile, Roddy Ricch, Brittany Howard, Miranda Lambert, Mickey Guyton and Black Pumas. Ad— Grown-ups don’t have a lock on awards shows, as Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards proves once again.
The United Kingdom has suffered its worst civilian loss of life since World War II by a significant number. But the United Kingdom has now suffered its worst civilian loss of life since World War II by a significant number. Here's a look at some of Britain's struggles with civilian deaths during World War II and since. In World War II, the threat to Britain was existential. WORLD WAR II CIVILIAN DEATHSFrom September 1940-May 1941, the U.K. suffered an intensive bombing campaign by Germany's Luftwaffe that struck the biggest cities in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
(Apple TV+ via AP)NEW YORK – Tis the season to be jolly: A record 39 holiday songs have dominated this week's Billboard Hot 100 chart, including nine holiday tunes in the Top 10. Other holiday songs in the Top 10 include Dean Martin's “Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow” at No. Some acts have multiple holiday songs on the chart, including Bing Crosby, Kelly Clarkson, Michael Bublé, Perry Como and Carrie Underwood. Here's a full list of the 39 holiday songs on this week's Billboard Hot 100 chart:— No. 8, Dean Martin, “Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow”— No.
Pop singer Ariana Grande announced Sunday that she's engaged to boyfriend Dalton Gomez on Instagram. The pair debuted their relationship on Instagram by sharing a photo of herself embracing Gomez in June. Grande and Dalton also appeared together in a quarantine-themed music video with Justin Bieber for their song, "Stuck With U." Gomez works as a buyers agent for the luxury real estate firm Aaron Kirman Group in Los Angeles, California. Grande was previously engaged to "Saturday Night Live" star Pete Davidson, but the two called off their engagement in October 2018 after a whirlwind five-month relationship.
cbsnews.comFILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, file photo, Ariana Grande performs a medley at the 62nd annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. On Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, Grande announced she is engaged in a series of social media photos of her and her fiance, Dalton Gomez, and a massive engagement ring. (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision/AP, File)(AP) – Ariana Grande has announced she is engaged in a series of photos of her and her fiance and her engagement ring. The “Rain on Me” singer posted the photos of her cuddling with Dalton Gomez, a luxury real estate agent, on Instagram on Sunday. People magazine reported Grande and Gomez started dating earlier this year.
Pop singer Ariana Grande announced Sunday that she's engaged to boyfriend Dalton Gomez on Instagram. The pair debuted their relationship on Instagram by sharing a photo of herself embracing Gomez in June. Grande and Dalton also appeared together in a quarantine-themed music video with Justin Bieber for their song, "Stuck With U." Gomez works as a buyers agent for the luxury real estate firm Aaron Kirman Group in Los Angeles, California. Grande was previously engaged to "Saturday Night Live" star Pete Davidson, but the two called off their engagement in October 2018 after a whirlwind five-month relationship.
cbsnews.comInterscope Geffen A&M (IGA), the home to Eilish, Lady Gaga and Lamar, has been named the No. (AP Photo)NEW YORK – Interscope Geffen A&M — the home to Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga — has been named the No. Billboard announced Thursday that the label, which is also known as IGA, tops its year-end chart for the first time since 2013. IGA is also the top Billboard 200 label with 68 albums released during the tracking period, 25 of which hit the Top 10. Warner Music Group’s Atlantic Records was 2019’s top Billboard 200 label.
This cover image released by Island Records shows "Spell My Name," by Toni Braxton. (Island via AP)(AP) – The top 10 albums of the year by Associated Press Music Editor Mesfin Fekadu (a playlist of the albums can be found here ):1. Toni Braxton, “Spell My Name": I can breathe again, thanks in part to the living legend Toni Braxton. Teyana Taylor, “The Album”: R&B princess Teyana Taylor boldly named her latest release “The Album" and she has reason to. JoJo, “good to know": Vocal beast JoJo pours all of her emotions on “good to know," making a superb album that's good to listen to now, and later.
NEW YORK – Christmas is still a few weeks away, but Mariah Carey is already orchestrating her dinner menu. 1 hits really going to sweat over a hot stove? “Magical Christmas Special” is another example of diverse, family-friendly holiday programming that hasn’t always been allotted by Hollywood. “As a kid, if I had to select one holiday, of course I’m going with Christmas. And while the pandemic has halted a number of projects, 2020 has been busy for Carey: In September she released her candid memoir “The Meaning of Mariah Carey,” which debuted at No.
Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Because live shows aren’t really a thing in 2020, she’s launching a holiday TV special on Apple TV+ on Friday. “Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special” will includes a mix of musical performances and dancing with amination. Along with the album is the Netflix documentary called “Shawn Mendes: In Wonder,” which is available for streaming and follows Mendes’ rise and journey over the last few years. — Christmas came early when Carrie Underwood released her first holiday album in September, and on Thursday she’ll debut a musical TV special to accompany the album.
Others who may earn nominations include Lewis Capaldi, Summer Walker, Morgan Wallen, Doja Cat, BLACKPINK, Ingrid Andress, Snoh Aalegra, Skip Marley, Mickey Guyton and CNCO. Ricch should also earn nominations for his guest appearance on DaBaby’s international hit “Rock Star,” helping him become the show’s overall top nominee. ________FOLKS LOVE FOLKLORETaylor Swift’s last two albums, “Lover” and “reputation,” didn’t earn nominations for album of the year. The seven-member group’s hit “Dynamite” could snag a nomination for best pop duo/group performance, and their latest album could compete for best global music album. 3 on pop charts, should earn a nomination for best country performance and best country song.
Post Malone accepts the top artist award at the Billboard Music Awards on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)NEW YORK – Walking into the show with 16 nominations, Post Malone won nine honors at the 2020 Billboard Music Awards, where John Legend gave a heartfelt performance that was dedicated to his wife. Garth Brooks accepted the Icon Award from Cher, who called the country star “a true music legend and my friend Garth Brooks." Guitar rock legend Eddie Van Halen, who died last week, was honored as the show aired a clip of his Billboard Awards performance from 2015. This year’s Billboard Awards were originally supposed to take place in April but were postponed because of the pandemic.
HOUSTON – Superstar Mariah Carey is planning a special treat this Christmas, and she’s bringing a couple of friends. As “MC” was Mariah Carey, fans are excited to know the other two initials, “AG” and “JH.” Carey has not revealed the other two collaborators, Billboard reported. Fans say via Twitter that it is most likely Ariana Grande and Jennifer Hudson making an appearance in Carey’s Christmas Special. “Mariah Carey’s Christmas Special” is set to premiere on Apple TV+ later this year, according to TODAY. Will you be watching the Christmas special?
Secretary of State Laurel Lee issued a statement late Tuesday saying it does not appear that bad actors caused Monday's collapse of registration system. Monday's trouble with the voter registration website stoked concern, but there was relief that the cause was far less sinister. Its site would send Floridians to the state’s registration website. The statewide voter registration system, which serves Florida’s 67 counties, went online in October 2017. “The online voter registration site failed because it was designed to fail,” Holder said.
Model Maria Carla Boscono wears a creation as part of the Salvatore Ferragamo 2021 women's spring-summer ready-to-wear collection during the fashion week in Milan, Italy, Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020. (AP Photo/Antonio Calanni)MILAN – To show or not to show: Each Milan fashion house had to make a difficult decision how to reach the fashion public this season under the safety constraints imposed by the coronavirus. ____ARMANI EXPLORES PAST AND PRESENTGiorgio Armani was the first Milan designer to show his collection behind closed doors, taking the command decision last February after Italy’s first local transmitted case of coronavirus was detected while Milan Fashion Week was under way. “I don’t know when we will recover the formula’’ of live runway shows, Armani told journalists during a presentation. Men wore perforated leather jackets with loose trousers, suits with 1940s boxy jackets and bright trenches.
More than a year has passed since a federal judge in Montana entered a default judgment against Andrew Anglin, the Daily Stormer's founder and publisher. Plaintiffs' lawyers say the Ohio native has failed to pay any of the monetary award to Tanya Gersh. Gersh's attorneys from the Southern Poverty Law Center say they intend to identify any of Anglin's assets that could be used to satisfy the judgment. In August 2019, U.S. District Judge Dana Christensen ordered Anglin to pay $4 million in compensatory damages and $10 million in punitive damages to Gersh. The judge also ordered Anglin to permanently remove from his website the posts in which he encouraged readers to contact Gersh and her family.
NEW YORK – Post Malone is the sunflower of the 2020 Billboard Music Awards. The multi-platinum 25-year-old star scored 16 nominations, dick clark productions and NBC announced Tuesday. Malone’s nominations include top artist, top male artist, top rap artist and top streaming songs artist. Lil Nas X follows Malone with 13 nominations, while Billie Eilish and Khalid each scored 12 nods. Four of the five songs nominated for top gospel song are from West.
Sunday's show included performances with mask-wearing artists and fans and artists dancing in front the backdrop of the city's skyscrapers. Lady Gaga appeared in many different outfits and corresponding masks during Sunday nights show while she dominated the night with a performance with Ariana Grande. Gaga donned a pink mask that strapped around head, a mask with pointy tusks and even an electronic display on a mask while she sang Rain on Me with Grande, who also sported her own black mask. Other performances also included masks including Malumas backup dancers sporting bright colored masks for his technicolored drive-in concert and DaBaby performed with popular Vegas masked magicians Jabbawockeez. In between performances, backstage cameras caught many of the artists also sporting masks off stage as well.
NEW YORK The 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, a night highlighting music and pop culture, kicked off with heartfelt words in memory of Chadwick Boseman, as host Keke Palmer told viewers the event was dedicated to the Black Panther icon. Moments after, the Weeknd brought his Blinding Lights" music video where he is bruised and blooded in a red suit to life. DaBaby, backed by the dance crew Jabbawockeez, also performed, running through several of his hits, including Rock Star." The shifts artists have made because of the pandemic are reflected in two new categories: best music video from home and best quarantine performance. Megan Thee Stallion who topped the charts this year with the Beyonc-assisted Savage" and WAP," her viral song with Cardi B earned multiple nominations, including one for artist of the year.
NEW YORK Grammy-winning rapper Roddy Ricch and Colombian superstar J Balvin will no longer perform at the MTV Video Music Awards. The MTV VMAs will air on Sunday at 8 p.m. My team and I are safe and everyones health is a main priority, as well as giving a quality performance," Ricch said. STAY SAFE.A representative for Balvin confirmed on Monday that he would no longer perform at the event, but no details were provided. This years show introduces two new categories reflecting the current pandemic times: best music video from home and best quarantine performance.
LONDON The brother of the suicide bomber who set off an explosion at a 2017 Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, England, killing 22 people and injuring hundreds, was sentenced Thursday to a minimum of 55 years in prison. Hashem Abedi, 23, had denied helping plan the attack at Manchester Arena but was found guilty of murder, attempted murder, and conspiring to cause explosions. His elder brother Salman Abedi, who set off the bomb, died in the May 22, 2017 bombing at the end of the concert. The defendant should clearly understand the minimum term he should serve is 55 years. He added that there was a significant degree of premeditation and that the motivation for the brothers was to advance the ideology of Islamism.
FILE - The Weeknd performs on day three at Lollapalooza in Grant Park in Chicago on Aug 4, 2018. The Weekend, nominated for six MTV Video Music Awards will perform at the awards show on Aug. 30. (Photo by Rob Grabowski/Invision/AP, File)NEW YORK Chart-topping Grammy winners The Weeknd and Roddy Ricch are set to perform at the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards this month. MTV announced Tuesday that Colombian singer Maluma and Latin boy band CNCO will also perform at the Aug. 30 event, which was originally to take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. This years VMAs introduces two new categories reflecting the current pandemic times: best music video from home and best quarantine performance.
NEW YORK MTV says it is ditching plans for indoor performances for its upcoming Video Music Awards, opting for outdoor shows spread throughout New York City instead. Organizers had planned for some performances inside Brooklyns Barclays Center for the Aug. 30 show, but say they will follow the guidance of state and local officials to move them outside. New York City was one of the first U.S. cities hit hard by the virus, but cases have leveled off and some restrictions are being loosened. The ceremony bestows new awards focused on live performances and music videos created at home during the pandemic. BTS, Doja Cat and J Balvin are among the performances announced so far by MTV.
Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande both scored nine VMA nominations each, including video of the year for their No. Rain on Me is also competing for song of the year, best collaboration, best pop, best cinematography, best visual effects and best choreography. The 2020 MTV Video Music Awards will air live on Aug. 30 from the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Gaga and Grande both scored nine nominations each, including video of the year for their No. Rain on Me is also competing for song of the year, best collaboration, best pop, best cinematography, best visual effects and best choreography.
Heres a collection curated by The Associated Press entertainment journalists of whats arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. MOVIES Black Is King: Written, directed and executive produced by Beyonc, the pop stars visual album arrives Friday on Disney+. Given that the last time Beyonc made something similar she crafted the dazzling film Lemonade, Black Is King like most things involving Beyonc is a major event. ), Kim Kaydence Krysiuk (Ariana Grande), Akil Fresh King (Beyonc) and others. Morissette also had an anniversary tour planned for her 1995 album, but that was also scraped due to COVID-19.
Some famous names have signed on to appear on Nick News' latest special! ET can exclusively announce that Chance the Rapper, Simone Biles, Naomi Campbell and Lay Lay will all appear on Kids, Race and Unity: A Nick News Special later this month. Kids, Race and Unity: A Nick News Special will air Monday, June 29 at 7 p.m. ET/PT on Nickelodeon, TeenNick, and Nicktoons. After the episode airs, viewers can check it out on all of Nickelodeon's digital streaming platforms. RELATED CONTENT:Alicia Keys to Host 'Nick News' Special 'Kids, Race and Unity'Inside Keke Palmer's Hollywood JourneyAriana Grande Reflects on Nickelodeon Days As She Wins a 2020 Kids' Choice AwardExclusiveExclusiveImageBylinePaige GawleyFri, 06/26/2020 - 10:00
Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez have reached a new stage in their relationship just in time for Grande's 27th birthday. The "Rain on Me" singer turned 27 years old on Friday, and one day prior, celebrated on Instagram by sharing multiple pictures and videos. On her Instagram Stories, Grande also shared a photo of her sitting on his lap. "Ariana has had some hesitation being so public about her relationship with Dalton as she's seen how that has worn on her past relationships," the source said. For more on Grande and Gomez's relationship, watch the video below:RELATED CONTENT:Ariana Grande Sends Food and Coffee to Kentucky Voters Waiting in LineAriana Grande and Dalton Gomez's Relationship Is in a 'Really Good Place' Amid QuarantineAriana Grande's Boyfriend Dalton Gomez Makes Cameo in Her & Lady Gaga's Rain On Me Weather Channel Spoof
Ariana Grande lent her support to voters in Kentucky on Tuesday. The 26-year-old pop star sent food and coffee trucks to spots in the line outside of the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville, Kentucky, where voters were participating in the Democratic primary election. Retweeting the Black Voters Matter account, which posted about Election Day in Kentucky, Grande wrote, "Sent some food and coffee trucks for everyone waiting in line! sent some food and coffee trucks for everyone waiting in line ! Videos of people banging on the glass windows asking to be let into the Expo Center surfaced online.
Several people were injured in a stabbing attack in the park on Saturday, and British media said police were treating it as terrorism-related. The local Thames Valley Police force tweeted that officers were called to the city's Forbury Gardens around 7 p.m. Airline worker Carlos Garcia Pascual was walking to his home near Forbury Gardens when emergency vehicles and police officers descended. Forbury Gardens is a peaceful place, a lot of families go there with their kids to play, picnics. To realize that happened in Forbury Gardens is really hard to believe.
In this image released by Universal Pictures, Pete Davidson, left, appears with director Judd Apatow, center, during the filming of "The King of Staten Island." It was in front of a handful of people at a place called the Looney Bin Comedy Club in Staten Island. Its an ironic place for Davidson to be since The King of Staten Island, a comedy Davidson co-wrote with Apatow and Dave Sirus, begins with him playing videogames in his moms basement. The King of Staten Island may change that. Ill never forget that.For those who know him more from the tabloids, The King of Staten Island will certainly reveal a different side to Davidson.
Across the U.S., many celebrities have been doing far more than tweeting supportive words or issuing carefully prepared statements. They took to the streets alongside thousands of people to condemn the killings of black people at the hands of police and to demand reform. The video shows Sampson step in front of his assistant and an officer hit him at least twice with a baton. Then an officer aims straight at me, no ricochet, and shoots (rubber bullets) Sampson wrote. Everyone is angry but there is a way to direct that anger, actor/director Taika Waititi wrote on Twitter on Saturday.
A source tells ET that the 26-year-old singer is "in a really good place" with Dalton Gomez, a luxury real estate agent whom she was first linked to earlier this year. According to the source, the couple has been quarantining together amid the coronavirus pandemic, something that has been good for their relationship. "Dalton and Ariana are in Los Angeles together during quarantine, and it has been a great opportunity for them to spend quality time together," the source says. In the former, Grande and Gomez are seen hugging, dancing and kissing, while the latter shows Gomez giving Grande some behind-the-scenes help making the promo come to life. RELATED CONTENT:Ariana Grande's Boyfriend Dalton Gomez Makes Cameo in Her & Lady Gaga's Rain On Me Weather Channel SpoofAriana Grande Packs on the PDA With Dalton Gomez in Her and Justin Bieber's 'Stuck With U' Music VideoAriana Grande Dating Luxury Real Estate Agent Dalton Gomez
Ariana Grande knows who to turn to for help while weathering a storm. Grande and Lady Gaga just dropped a teaser promo for their new collaboration, and the "7 Rings" songstress got some special help from her boyfriend, Dalton Gomez, for the funny video. Live from Beverly Hills is Ariana Grande with more to report." The video then cut to Grande, sitting inside and still getting "rained" on while holding up her Weather Channel umbrella. For Grande, it was Gomez standing over her with a retractable sink hose spritzing water over his girlfriend's umbrella.
Fans are still recovering from Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande's futuristic "Rain on Me" music video. Designed by Laura Pulice, founder and designer of Vex, Gaga and Grande both donned custom latex ensembles. Laura Pulice, Founder & Designer of VexLatex, Pulice says, is a great material to design with and photographs well. Laura Pulice, Founder & Designer of Vex"Rain on Me" is the second single off Gagas upcoming album, Chromatica, which is set to release on May 29. RELATED CONTENT:Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande Drop Intergalactic, Dance-Filled 'Rain on Me' Music VideoNew Music Friday: The Hottest Songs and Albums of the WeekLady Gaga Drops Ariana Grande Collab 'Rain on Me' -- Listen!
Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande's intergalactic "Rain on Me" music video is here. Filled with amazing choreography, killer outfits, creative makeup and, yes, rain, Gaga and Grande pull out all the stops for their collaboration. As the two shared the tune with the world on Thursday night, Grande got emotional while recalling getting the chance to work with the "Poker Face" songstress. pic.twitter.com/fZgrMDJYg2 Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) May 22, 2020The first single off Chromatica, "Stupid Love," debuted earlier this year. RELATED CONTENT:New Music Friday: The Hottest Songs and Albums of the WeekLady Gaga Drops Ariana Grande Collab 'Rain on Me' -- Listen!
Mother Monster's new song with Ariana Grande, "Rain on Me," has officially dropped! Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) May 22, 2020If were gonna cry were gonna cry together, but were gonna dance while we do it. pic.twitter.com/fZgrMDJYg2 Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) May 22, 2020Grande also shared a heartfelt message, dedicated to Gaga. Ariana Grande (@ArianaGrande) May 22, 2020An hour before the track dropped, Grande expressed how emotional she was feeling. Both Gaga and Grande teased "Rain on Me" on their social media earlier this week, giving fans a sneak peak of what to expect from the song.
Lana Del Rey is calling out her critics. Del Rey notes that one particularly frustrating narrative from critics of her music is the idea that she "glamorizes abuse" when singing about her relationships. In addition to an album, Del Rey is working on two books of poetry, in which she says she'll be "detailing some of my feelings." As for her personal life, Del Rey was romantically linked to Sean "Sticks" Larkin, a police officer and star of Live PD. RELATED CONTENT:Lana Del Rey and Sean 'Sticks' Larkin Split After 6 Months of DatingLana Del Rey Says She's 'Totally Lost' Her Singing Voice, Cancels European TourLana Del Rey Steps Out With Boyfriend Sean 'Sticks' Larkin at GRAMMYs 2020
Ariana Grande's heart is with those affected by the Manchester Arena bombing. "I want to take a moment to acknowledge and send my love to everyone that is feeling the sadness and tremendous heaviness of the anniversary coming up this week," Grande wrote, "not a day goes by that this doesn't affect u and all of us still. InstagramOn May 22, 2017, a bomber detonated a device just outside Manchester Arena, killing 22 and injuring another 139. Grande returned to Manchester for the first time in two years in August 2019 to perform at the Manchester Pride event at Mayfield Depot. RELATED CONTENT:Brother of Manchester Arena Bomber Convicted of Killing 22 at Ariana Grande ConcertAriana Grande Gives Manchester Performance for First Time Since Benefit Concert for Tragic BombingAriana Grande Announces She Is Performing in Manchester 2 Years After Tragic Bombing
"Thank You, Next" hit maker Ariana Grande is giving a helping hand to her fans suffering a great financial loss during the coronavirus crisis. The Grammy award winner has been sending $500 and $1,000 via Venmo to fans struggling from the economic slowdown. A report by Page Six quoted a fan as saying Ariana "reached out" to help cover their salary for a month. Another pop star who never shies away from helping her fans Taylor Swift has been performing random acts of kindness by sending $3,000 to those facing financial struggles. As Americans begin to adjust to living in the age of coronavirus, it will be the generosity of others that helps bring joy to fans and strangers alike.
cbsnews.comIf you’ve ever seen the blockbuster musical “Wicked,” which tells the untold story of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda, the Good Witch from “The Wizard of Oz,” you’ve probably thought this musical could be a great movie. Grande even got to sing the song “The Wizard and I,” during a tribute TV special to the show. Plus, you’ve got to be able to hit some pretty high notes when you play Glinda, so Grande would be perfect. Eilish, on the other hand, basically lives her life as a modern-day version of the Wicked Witch of the West, so the choice is easy. It was reported there will be a movie version of “Wicked” to hit theaters in late 2021, but so far, we’ve had no news on casting.
Lil Nas X was nominated six times, as was Billie Eilish, who at 18 is the youngest artist in the history of the Grammys to earn nominations in the top four categories. Aerosmith will perform some of its greatest hits, and Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani will take the Grammy stage together for the first time. This year, she's a nominee for best spoken word album for the audio version of her memoir "Becoming." "Talk" Khalid"Old Town Road" Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus"Truth Hurts" Lizzo"Sunflower" Post Malone and Swae LeeAlbum of the Year"I, I" Bon Iver"Norman F***ing Rockwell!" Remix)" Luc Bradford, remixer (Mild Minds)"Work It (Soulwax Remix)" David Gerard C Dewaele and Stephen Antoine C Dewaele, remixers (Marie Davidson)Best Immersive Audio Album"Chain Tripping" Luke Argilla, immersive audio engineer; Jurgen Scharpf, immersive audio mastering engineer; Jona Bechtolt, Claire L. Evans and Rob Kieswetter, immersive audio producers (Yacht)"Kverndokk: Symphonic Dances" Jim Anderson, immersive audio engineer; Robert C. Ludwig, immersive audio mastering engineer; Ulrike Schwarz, immersive audio producer (Ken-David Masur and Stavanger Symphony Orchestra)"LUX" Morten Lindberg, immersive audio engineer; Morten Lindberg, immersive audio mastering engineer; Morten Lindberg, immersive audio producer (Anita Brevik, Trondheimsolistene and Nidarosdomens Jentekor)"The Orchestral Organ" Keith O. Johnson, immersive audio engineer; Keith O. Johnson, immersive audio mastering engineer; Marina A. Ledin and Victor Ledin, immersive audio producers (Jan Kraybill)"The Savior" Bob Clearmountain, immersive audio engineer; Bob Ludwig, immersive audio mastering engineer; Michael Marquart and Dave Way, immersive audio producers (A Bad Think)Best Engineered Album, Classical"Aequa - Anna Thorvaldsdttir" Daniel Shores, engineer; Daniel Shores, mastering engineer (International Contemporary Ensemble)"Bruckner: Symphony No.
cbsnews.comTaylor Swift dominated at the American Music Awards, winning all five categories in which she was nominated -- including Artist of the Year -- in addition to being named Artist of the Decade. Swift surpassed Michael Jackson as the most-decorated artist in American Music Awards history with an all-time total of 29 wins.Post Malone was the most-nominated artist for 2019 with seven total nominations. Ariana Grande and Billie Eilish both followed with six each, and Lil Nas X and Taylor Swift each scored five nominations. "Ariana Grande "thank u, next"Jonas Brothers "Sucker"Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus "Old Town Road"Panic! At The DiscoMaroon 5P!nkBad BunnyOzunafor KING & COUNTRYMercyMeAviciiThe Chainsmokers"A Star is Born" by Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper"Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse"
abc13.comAriana Grande and Billie Eilish both follow with six each, and Lil Nas X and Taylor Swift each scored five nominations. Billy Ray Cyrus, Khalid and Ella Mai all earned four nominations this year. Scroll down to see the full list of nominees.Fans can vote for their favorite artists until Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019, at 11:59:59 p.m. PT by visiting goo.gle/AMAsVote or by going to Google.com and using the search terms "AMAs Vote" or "[Nominee Name] AMAs Vote. "Ariana Grande "thank u, next"Taylor Swift "Lover"Halsey "Without Me"Jonas Brothers "Sucker"Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus "Old Town Road"Panic! "Travis Scott "SICKO MODE"Chris BrownKhalidBruno MarsBeyoncLizzoElla MaiChris Brown "Indigo"Khalid "Free Spirit"Ella Mai "Ella Mai"Khalid "Talk"Lizzo "Juice"Ella Mai "Trip"Billie EilishImagine DragonsPanic!
abc13.comThe Grammys are screaming "Cuz I Love You" to Lizzo: The breakthrough singer-rapper scored a whopping eight nominations, including bids for the top four awards, making her the show's top-nominated act.Lizzo picked up nominations for album of the year with her major-label debut, "Cuz I Love You"; song and record of the year with her anthemic No. 1 hit, "Truth Hurts"; and best new artist.Like Lizzo, other new artists dominated with Grammy nominations on Wednesday: Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X earned six nominations apiece.Eilish also scored nominations in the top four categories, making the 17-year-old the youngest artist in the history of the Grammys to achieve the feat. Lil Nas X, 20, is up for three of the top four awards, including album and record of the year for "Old Town Road," featuring Billy Ray Cyrus.- Album of the year: "I,I," Bon Iver; "Norman (Expletive) Rockwell!," Lana Del Rey; "When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?," Billie Eilish; "Thank U, Next," Ariana Grande; "I Used to Know Her," H.E.R. ; "7," Lil Nas X; "Cuz I Love You (Deluxe)," Lizzo; "Father of the Bride," Vampire Weekend.- Record of the year: "Hey, Ma," Bon Iver; "Bad Guy," Billie Eilish; "7 Rings," Ariana Grande; "Hard Place," H.E.R. "- Producer of the year, non-classical: Jack Antonoff; Dan Auerbach; John Hill; Finneas; Ricky Reed.- Best music video: "We've Got to Try," The Chemical Brothers; "This Land," Gary Clark Jr. "Cellophane," FKA twigs; "Old Town Road (Official Movie)," Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus; "Glad He's Gone," Tove Lo.- Best music film: "Homecoming," Beyonc; "Remember My Name," David Crosby; "Birth of the Cool," Miles Davis; "Shangri-La," Various artists; "Anima," Thom Yorke.
abc13.comTop nominated artists included Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Lil Nas X, Talyor Swift, Ariane Grande and Beyonce. Lil Nas X, the rapper behind "Old Town Road" also received six nods on Wednesday. Swift's "Lover" is up for best pop vocal album, the title track to her most recent album is up for song of the year and she's earned a nomination for best pop solo performance for "You Need to Calm Down." "Old Town Road" - Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus. "7" Lil Nas X.
cnbc.comAriana Grande is discussing some health issues with fans -- and hinting that some upcoming Sweetener tour dates might be canceled in the days ahead. "I don't know how it's possible but my throat and head are still in so much pain. I sound okay i'm just in a lot of pain and it's difficult to breathe during the show. the last thing i would ever want to do is cancel a show at this point with so few left." "I'm truly cherishing every moment of this I just really don't know what's happening with my body right now and need to figure it out," she continued.
Ariana Grande has indicated that she may be working on a live version of her Sweetener album! On Monday, Grande also posted an Instagram Story in which she sang along to a clip and wrote a caption asking fans, Should Its hot as balls, Dublin, make it to the live album?. @ArianaGrande continues to tease a #SWT live album on her Instagram story. pic.twitter.com/muUsKSHapN Pop Crave (@PopCrave) November 10, 2019Grande previously hinted at a live album with a tweet in October, posting a photo of her computer playing vocals she had just received. RELATED CONTENT:Victoria Justice Reveals the Reason She Recently Texted Ariana Grande (Exclusive)Ariana Grande Reflects on One-Year Anniversary of Hit Song 'Thank U, Next': 'I've Learned and Healed'
Shania Twain is ready to take the 2019 American Music Awards! Twain, who has won five American Music Awards throughout her career, will perform a medley of her greatest hits. Taylor Swift, the 2019 American Music Awards Artist of the Decade, will also perform. The 2019 American Music Awards will be broadcast live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, Nov. 24 at 8 p.m. RELATED CONTENT:2019 AMAs: Billie Eilish, Camila Cabello, Lizzo & Dua Lipa to PerformAmerican Music Awards 2019 Nominees Revealed -- and Taylor Swift Could Break a Record!
Ariana Grande wanted to celebrate her new hit single but ended up celebrating "BBQ" instead. People's Choice Awards will be stacked with actors, comedians and musical acts that promise for an interesting night. The annual awards show, airing Sunday, is set to feature musical performances by Grammy-award winning Alessia Cara and the Grammy-nominated country singer Kelsea Ballerini. As for the "Icon" awards, Jennifer Aniston will receive the People's Icon, Gwen Stefani the Fashion Icon and Pink will be honored with the People's Champion award. People's Choice Awards air at 9 p.m EST, on E!
(CNN) - Ariana Grande was up for seven awards, but Taylor Swift had the bigger night along with Billie Eilish and Halsey at the 2019 MTV Europe Music Awards on Sunday in Seville, Spain. At The Disco, "ME!" At The DiscoThe 1975BEST HIP-HOP21 SavageCardi BJ. ColeWINNER: Nicki MinajTravis ScottBEST ALTERNATIVEWINNER: FKA twigsLana Del ReySolangetwenty one pilotsVampire WeekendBEST ELECTRONICCalvin HarrisDJ SnakeMarshmelloWINNER: Martin GarrixThe ChainsmokersBEST LOOKWINNER: HalseyJ BalvinLil Nas XLizzoROSALABIGGEST FANSAriana GrandeWINNER: BTSBillie EilishShawn MendesTaylor SwiftBEST PUSHWINNER: Ava MaxBillie EilishCNCOH.E.R. Jade BirdJuice WRLDKiana LedLauvLewis CapaldiLizzoMabelRosalaBEST WORLD STAGE PERFORMANCEBebe Rexha, Isle of MTV Malta 2019Hailee Steinfeld, Isle of MTV Malta 2018WINNER: Muse, Bilbao, Spain 2018The 1975, Lollapalooza Paris Festival 2019twenty one pilots, Lollapalooza Paris Festival 2019BEST U.K. & IRELAND ACTLewis CapaldiDaveMabelEd SheeranWINNER: Little Mix (Social Wildcard Winner)The-CNN-Wire & 2019 Cable News Network, Inc., a Time Warner Company. All rights reserved.
Ariana Grande is reflecting on one of the biggest hits of her career, and how much she's "learned and healed" since dropping it. On Sunday, the songstress took to social media to celebrate the one-year anniversary of her hit song, "Thank U, Next." Ariana Grande (@ArianaGrande) November 3, 2019As far as her love life, Grande added that she still doesn't "know sh*t ab love or have a clue what a personal life looks like." "Ariana Grande came in really early on to executive produce the soundtrack for the movie. Lizzo and Ariana Grande Drop Killer 'Good As Hell' Remix -- Listen
Some of the biggest names in the international music scene came together on Sunday for the MTV Europe Music Awards at the FIBES Conference and Exhibition Centre in Seville, Spain. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift was celebrated for her prismatic music video for her song "ME!" with the award for Best Video, as well as the award for Best U.S. Act. Check out the full list of the night's winners for a look at which stars went home with some new hardware for their mantel. BEST ARTIST*Winner: Shawn MendesAriana GrandeJ BalvinMiley CyrusTaylor SwiftBEST VIDEO*Winner: Taylor Swift featuring Brendon Urie of Panic!
The 26-year-old singer took to Instagram late Friday, sharing a series of pics and videos from the theme party she hosted at her home. "Thank you @triciasmithbrown & team for transforming my home into the most stunning, haunted hotel," Grande gushed. thank you for making all my spooky, twisted, twilight zone dreams come true." "Ariana's Twilight Zone" party was completely star-studded, with celebs like Demi Lovato, Lizzo and more in attendance. See more pics below:Instagram StoriesThe Grandes weren't the only family who went over-the-top for Halloween this year, however.
If it wasn't for her signature high pony, the "Don't Call Me Angel" singer would be completely unrecognizable in her Halloween costume this year. "Happy halloweens eve ," the pop star captioned a video of herself posing in her incredible costume. See more of her look below:Grande is the latest in a string of stars to debut incredible, show-stopping Halloween costumes. See more of this year's best celeb Halloween costumes below. RELATED CONTENT:Courteney Cox Hilariously Trolls Sara Foster's 'Friends' Halloween CostumeCiara and Russell Wilson Win Halloween With 'Apes**t' Beyonce and JAY-Z Costumes
Eminem's daughter, Hailie Jade, is sparking some rumors of her own thanks to her celebrity-inspired Halloween costume. Earlier this week, the 23-year-old daughter of the rapper and his ex-wife, Kimberly Anne Scott, posted two shots of her look on Instagram, simply captioning it with seven engagement ring emojis. In fact, Hailie wasn't announcing an engagement, but rather dressing like pop star Ariana Grande and referencing her hit song "7 Rings." Posing with Grande's signature high ponytail and knee-high boots, Hailie held up a lollypop and rocked a plaid dress and choker necklace. Heidi Klum Shares BTS Secrets About Her Most Iconic Halloween Costumes (Exclusive)'DWTS' Halloween Night Ends With Gruesome Elimination
Lizzo and Ariana Grande just dropped the collaboration we didn't know we needed! The singers released a "Good as Hell" remix on Thursday, which has fans going wild. "We got a sweet little remix of 'good as hell' coming to you tonight," Grande wrote. "Gosh I love Lizzo. RELATED CONTENT:Lizzo Defends 'Truth Hurts' After 2 Brothers Claim They Helped Write Key LyricJustin Timberlake Says His New Music With Lizzo 'Is So Good'
The 2019 American Music Awards nominations are here. This year's awards show will broadcast live on ABC from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, Nov. 24, where Taylor Swift could break a big record. It's Post Malone, however, who is nominated for the most awards this year, with seven, including Artist of the Year. Ariana Grande, thank u, nextTaylor Swift, LoverFAVORITE SONG POP/ROCKHalsey, Without MeJonas Brothers, SuckerLil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus, Old Town RoadPanic! RELATED CONTENT:2018 American Music Awards' Greatest, Wildest and Most Memorable Moments2018 American Music Awards: The Complete Winners List
Pete Davidson has no shortage of beautiful love interests. On the heels of yet another possible high-profile romance for Davidson, let's take a look at his star-studded dating history. "She's the most beautiful girl in the world, look how lucky I am," he told ET. A source told ET in April that they were no longer dating, but still remained on friendly terms. 2019: Margaret QualleyUs Weekly reported that Davidson was dating Once Upon a Time in Hollywood star Margaret Qualley in August.
Pete Davidson and Kaia Gerber were snapped by a fan spending time together at Sadelle's in New York City following the Saturday Night Live star's reported split from Margaret Qualley. Davidson and Qualley sparked romance rumors in August and were spotted together multiple times throughout September, but reportedly called it quits last week. The fan pic of Davidson and Gerber shows them in a corner booth, with the 25-year-old comedian smiling wide at the 18-year-old model. ET has reached out to reps for Davidson and Gerber for comment. RELATED CONTENT:Pete Davidson and Margaret Qualley Seemingly Confirm Romance With PDA in ItalyAriana Grande Calls Pete Davidson Romance 'Frivolous and Fun' and 'Highly Unrealistic'
"Rise and Shine" has become a social media sensation, with fans and trolls alike posting remixes and covers, setting the tune as their alarms and more. And, in a move that would make her momager proud, Kylie is monetizing her meme moment, offering up "Rise and Shine" merch on her online store. Check out a few more "Rise and Shine" classics below:im living for these rise and shine memes pic.twitter.com/nlwPAfqeZs chloe 9 | jimtober (@LACHlMOLALA) October 18, 2019did i make another rise and shine by @KylieJenner tik tok? Check out the video below to see the adorable 1-year-old dancing along to a "Rise and Shine" remix. Kylie Jenner Posts Sweet Video of 'Daddy's Girl' Stormi Dancing to 'Rise and Shine' Remix Embed Code RestartRELATED CONTENT:Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott Were a 'Great Team' During Night Out with Daughter Stormi (Exclusive)Kylie Jenner Posts Sweet Video of 'Daddy's Girl' Stormi Dancing to 'Rise and Shine' RemixKylie Jenner Agrees to Let Ariana Grande Sample Her Viral 'Rise and Shine' Lyric
Rise and shine! Kylie Jenner singing good morning to her seemingly already-awake baby girl has taken the world by storm(i) -- and her pal, Ariana Grande, has taken note. The makeup mogul's "Rise and Shine" went viral shortly after she sang it to Stormi during a tour of her Kylie Cosmetics office on her YouTube channel last week. The 22-year-old reality star (and now vocalist) hilariously responded, "Yes, yes you can @arianagrande. me: yeah im ok :)my earphones:kylie jenner - rise & shine ten hour loop4:35 10:00:58 volume: 100% (@gothsperm) October 16, 2019Me ever since Kylie Jenner dropped her hit single Rise and Shine pic.twitter.com/eQWcKGzO8d nat (@shitnattttsays) October 16, 2019cultural impact: Kylie Jenner: The Beatles natalie (@natcarmichael_) October 14, 2019Alexa, play Rise and Shine by Kylie Jenner.
"Ariana Grande came in really early on to executive produce the soundtrack for the movie. Banks continued to gush over Grande, saying, "She's just so perfect and she really loves Charlie's Angels." They were angels, they still are angels -- the original angels and Charlie's still Charlie and Bosley's just a rank now." Charlie's Angels hits theaters Nov. 15. RELATED CONTENT:Kristen Stewart Reveals She Can't Get This 'Charlie's Angels' Song Out of Her Head (Exclusive)Lucy Liu Shares What She Thinks of 'Charlie's Angels' Reboot (Exclusive)Watch Kristen Stewart, Naomi Scott in First Look at 'Charlie's Angels' Trailer
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - A Los Angeles man who prosecutors say supplied the counterfeit oxycodone laced with fentanyl blamed in Mac Millers fatal 2018 overdose has been taken into custody on federal drug charges, the third arrest stemming from the rappers death. Stephen Andrew Stevie Walter was apprehended at his Los Angeles home on Monday and charged with distributing and possessing a controlled substance, U.S. Attorneys spokesman Thom Mrozek said. Miller, the 26-year-old performer born Malcolm James McCormick, was found unresponsive at his home in the Studio City neighborhood of Los Angeles on Sept. 7, 2018 and later pronounced dead. On Sept. 4, an accused Los Angeles drug dealer, 28-year-old Cameron James Pettit, was arrested on federal drug trafficking charges after prosecutors said he gave 10 pills containing fentanyl to Miller two days before the musicians death. Police said they found marijuana, drug paraphernalia, pills, a doctors prescription pad, three guns and ammunition at his home.
feeds.reuters.com"I would like everyone to stop posting that song," Stewart said with a laugh. Realizing that her off-the-cuff remark could be misinterpreted as negative, Stewart quickly added, "Actually, what I mean is, Charlie's Angels is sick and I love that song. As for Banks, Stewart had nothing but reverence and praise, especially for her determination and artistic fortitude. And [Grande] so perfect [for this soundtrack] and she really loves Charlie's Angels, and it's been a dream." Charlie's Angels hits theaters Nov. 15.
Fans are already dissecting Miley Cyrus' latest music video following her split from Liam Hemsworth. The music video for her new song with Ariana Grande and Lana Del Rey, "Don't Call Me Angel," dropped on Thursday, and some folks think Cyrus is shading her ex. It all started after people realized that Hemsworth had called Cyrus an "angel" on multiple occasions in old Instagram posts. People on social media also think that the guy Cyrus is beating up in the music video resembles Hemsworth. RELATED CONTENT:Watch Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus & Lana Del Rey as Charlies Angels in New 'Dont Call Me Angel' VideoLiam Hemsworth Is All Smiles While Vacationing With Family After Miley Cyrus SplitMiley Cyrus Denies Cheating on Liam Hemsworth in Candid Twitter Rant
Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus and Lana Del Rey are joining forces for a fierce new song on the upcoming Charlie's Angels soundtrack -- and the music video is dropping on Friday. Grande, Cyrus and Del Rey strut in sexy black ensembles and thigh-high boots in the clip, with each sporting black angel wings. '"Dont call me angel song & video sep 13 @charliesangels @mileycyrus @lanadelrey directed by @hannahluxdavis," Grande captioned the first look. Charlie's Angels is in theaters on Nov. 15. RELATED CONTENT:Lucy Liu Shares What She Thinks of 'Charlie's Angels' Reboot (Exclusive)Watch Kristen Stewart, Naomi Scott in First Look at 'Charlie's Angels' TrailerKelly Rowland on Whether Destiny's Child Will Make a New Song for 'Charlie's Angels' Reboot (Exclusive)
