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Sebastián Yatra’s new album, Milagro, is a perfect example of how the simple things in life can be a gift, and a reminder that every moment we experience is unique, almost a miracle.
Over the past few months, the Colombian singer-songwriter hinted at his highly anticipated new album, which was released on Friday (May 16) under Universal Music Latino. Through a series of images, videos and personal reflections on the “miracles” that inspired this project, Yatra has gradually unveiled the essence of his fourth studio album.
Each song represents a unique everyday miracle that shifts our perspective of the world: “Energía Bacana” reflects on memories; “2 AM” symbolizes freedom; “Vagabundo” embodies dance; “Lienzo” stands for imagination; “Una Noche Sin Pensar” captures complicity; and “Disco Rayado” tells the story of a heart unwilling to let go of a bond the other person has already left behind.
With this album, he aims to tell deep, meaningful stories and forge a genuine connection with his listeners through 17 songs, each representing a miracle. “I’ve experienced this emotion in my other albums as well, as they express where I am in my life at that moment,” Yatra tells Billboard. “However, right now, this emotion feels particularly strong. In my previous albums, I was a person searching for many things, like happiness, which seemed like a distant goal. Today, I feel that I have discovered everything I could ask for in life, and I found that perspective at quite a young age.”
The name for the LP was inspired by a phrase written by Yatra’s brother, the writer Andrés Obando Giraldo: “Life denies you miracles until you realize that everything is a miracle.” Yatra saw this as a sign that reinforced the name he had in mind for his album.
He explains, “I found this definition of a miracle to be different from what I had encountered before. It suggests that a miracle can be something as simple as seeing things from a different perspective.
“My nature, the first things that always come to me are very heartfelt things; that’s what I listen to the most,” he adds. “But that doesn’t mean that just because it’s what I listen to the most, I don’t enjoy partying and also like to organize and create songs for those moments, for that type of sensation. Milagro mostly leans more towards that celestial experience, from the ballads and lyrics to those melodies that give you hope. But there are also some songs like ‘Vagabundo,’ which is pure party and happiness.”
Below, Yatra breaks down five essential tracks from Milagro. Listen to the full album here.
“Milagro”
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Billie Eilish is currently on the European leg of her Hit Me Hard and Soft world tour, bringing with her a must-have Revlon product in her makeup arsenal.
The “Birds of a Feather” singer is not one to shy away from the faux-freckle trend. In fact, the ultra-cute look is a titular part of her tour makeup routine, as seen in a quick get-ready-with-me video posted to her TikTok at the start of her tour in December.
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The hitmaker utilizes the brow product by simply dotting the product on her cheekbones and nose, blending the dots out with her fingers. Easy as pie. Revlon’s brow product comes in four shades, including Soft Brown, Warm Brown, Dark Brown and Blonde. Given Eilish’s complexion, it’s likely she opted for a darker shade to match her thick dark brows and equally dark hair.
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California-based regional Mexican music band Fuerza Regida made history this week with the debut of their new album, 111XPANTIA, at No. 2 on the Billboard 200. It’s the highest debut ever for a Mexican artist on the chart — and, had Bad Bunny not released the vinyl edition of his Debí Tirar Más Fotos the same week, 111XPANTIA would have debuted at No. 1, making the group only the third act in history to top the chart with an album in Spanish.
As it was, 111XPANTIA made double history, as it allowed two Spanish-language albums to place at Nos. 1 and No. 2 on the chart, also a first.
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While the name Fuerza Regida may still not ring bells for many in the mainstream, the group has been making serious waves since they launched in 2018, led by singer, composer and businessman Jesus Ortiz Paz, better known as JOP.
Part of a new wave of homegrown talent that’s doing a more contemporary, urban-leaning version of regional Mexican music, or música mexicana, the quintet has positioned itself as bold disruptors, delighting in making music that defies convention, veering into genres like dance and trap. Fuerza are also known for their unusual marketing strategies, from an impromptu concert on the 210 freeway near Los Angeles to a performance alongside street musicians on the Tijuana border to pop up murals to promote their album, Pero No Te Enamores, last year.
Those kinds of actions have yielded fruit. Fuerza has won Top Duo/Group of the year at the Billboard Latin Music Awards for two consecutive years already (2023 and 2024) and has placed six albums, going back to 2023, on the Billboard 200. On the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart, they’ve placed an impressive 12 albums dating back to 2019, and including nine top 10s and one No. 1, 2023’s Pa’ Las Baby’s y Belikeada. On Hot Latin Songs, they boast two No. 1s and 12 Top 10s.
But the Billboard 200 debut is their most impressive achievement to date. Fuerza is signed to a joint venture on their own Street Mob Records with indie Rancho Humilde, and is distributed by Sony Music Latin. But behind their marketing is Jesús Amezcua (aka Moska), the group’s manager (and friend), who is also head of marketing and strategy for Street Mob Records. Although “we’re synced with Sony for data and distribution, all creative direction and frontline marketing is led by us at Street Mob,” Amezcua says. “That independence is what gives us our edge and velocity.”
For pushing Fuerza to make history on the Billboard 200, Amezcua is Billboard’s Executive of the Week.
What exactly is your role with Fuerza Regida?
I manage and lead all strategic marketing, rollout execution and brand partnerships for Fuerza Regida. That covers everything from pre-release positioning and digital strategy to street-level activations, PR and long-term brand development. I work directly with JOP and the team to ensure every campaign feels authentic to the culture while breaking through in the mainstream.
The group has had many major releases, but never something of this magnitude. What made this one different?
This album was a perfect storm of timing, vision and intentionality. We knew the fans were ready for a bigger moment — and we built the campaign with that in mind from day one. What made the difference was the shift in scale: we elevated everything, from the sound to the visuals to the media approach. It was about crossing over without losing our identity.
One major turning point was this was Fuerza Regida’s first time ever releasing a physical album. Not only did we enter that market for the first time, we broke records, surpassing legendary acts like Selena and Maná for the most physical copies sold by a Mexican artist or any Latin duo or group. That milestone sent a loud message about the group’s growing cultural weight and the power of our fan base.
Was there one single action or moment that really moved the needle?
Yes — the pre-release digital campaign combined with JOP’s hands-on promotional push. We executed teaser drops, voice-of-the-streets-style content, and surprise fan moments that went viral, like a Paris Fashion Week performance, for example. Paired with a targeted mainstream media push, it became the perfect one-two punch.
Fuerza Regida is known for bold marketing stunts. Last time it was murals. What was the centerpiece this time?
We focused on emotional proximity and regional pride. Surprise activations in key markets, custom merch drops and physical memorabilia made fans feel seen. We also planted narrative Easter eggs in visuals and lyrics to spark fan theories. It wasn’t about shock — it was about depth.
What was the goal with this album release?
To make a statement: Fuerza Regida isn’t just a top-tier música mexicana act — we’re a cultural force. Yes, we wanted the numbers, but we also wanted to redefine what this genre looks like on a global stage.
How important is it to debut at No. 2 on the Billboard 200, especially as an all-genre chart?
It’s monumental. The Billboard 200 rarely reflects regional Mexican music. To be in the top two, competing with global pop giants, proves this movement is no longer niche — it’s mainstream. It feels incredible to break records and debut as the highest-charting Mexican duo or group in Billboard 200 history. We were going up against legends — and held our ground.
What makes Fuerza Regida different from other groups in música mexicana?
They’re fearless. From raw lyrics to unfiltered visuals and fan engagement, they bring a punk-rock edge. That energy has built a ride-or-die fanbase. They’re not following the blueprint — they’re rewriting it.
JOP was everywhere during this release. How intentional was the promo run?
Very intentional. We built a full content and press calendar around JOP as a brand. National TV, local media, viral content — it was all high-volume, high-authenticity. He delivered across the board.
I see Street Mob is growing and staffing up. You recently hired Gustavo López as president, for example, and he comes with longstanding label experience.
Absolutely. This is a family effort. Our president, Gustavo López, is an industry legend who leads with integrity and vision. Our COO and Street Mob partner is Cristian Primera, aka Toro, along with Cindy Gaxiola, our head of commercial affairs. Last but not least is our CFO Luis Lopez, aka Walks. They are all relentless execution machines. Every win is a reflection of this powerhouse team. Fuerza Regida is just getting started. We’re here to shift culture, not just drop records.
The broadly supported American Music Tourism Act passed in the U.S. Senate unanimously this week. Sponsored by Sens. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) and John Hickenlooper (D-CO), the bipartisan bill, which was first introduced last year and revived in January, aims to further promote travel and tourism to music-related sites and events in the U.S.
According to Future Market Insights, the music tourism market is already valued at $6 billion dollars worldwide, and it is projected to grow to $11 billion by 2032. In a day when superfans are increasingly crossing state and country borders to catch marquee music events like Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, concerts at The Sphere or Coachella, the American Music Tourism Act plans to fuel that trend even further.
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The bill plans to leverage the existing framework within the Department of Commerce to highlight and promote music tourism across the country. More specifically, this bill would require the assistant secretary to implement a plan to support and increase music tourism for both international and domestic music fans, and to send a report on the plan’s successes and vulnerabilities to Congress.
The AMTA defines music tourism as travel to a state or locality to experience music-related attractions—ranging from historic and contemporary museums, studios and venues of all sizes, to live performances such as concerts and festivals. If enacted, the legislation aims to boost the economic impact of these experiences.
“The Volunteer State is home to so many iconic musical landmarks for tourists to experience – from Graceland in Memphis to the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville to Dollywood in Pigeon Forge,” said Blackburn. “Music tourism has such a positive impact on Tennessee’s economy, and we need to ensure that fans from all over the world can continue to celebrate our state’s rich history of music for generations to come. The Senate’s passage of the American Music Tourism Act gets us closer to that by promoting and supporting the fast-growing music tourism industry.”
Added Hickenlooper: “Colorado’s vibrant music scene attracts artists and fans from around the world. Our bipartisan bill will help our local music venues thrive and expand.”
The bill is backed by a wide range of organizations, including the Recording Academy, Recording Industry Association of America, Nashville Songwriters Association International, ASCAP, National Music Publishers Association, Society of Composers and Lyricists, Live Nation Entertainment, National Independent Venue Association, BMI, American Alliance of Museums, Airbnb and several institutions such as the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Memphis Music Hall of Fame.
Co-sponsors include Sens. Bill Hagerty (R-TN), Gary Peters (D-MI), Andy Kim (D-NJ), and Ted Budd (R-NC).
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Did Epic Games cross the line with its AI-powered Darth Vader companion that uses James Earl Jones voice? Gamers are currently debating.
The iconic actor James Earl Jones passed away last year, but his contributions to cinema, especially his iconic voice, will forever be linked to the Star Wars villain Darth Vader.
Starting today, Walt Disney Co. and Epic Games will allow Fortnite players to recruit and speak to Darth Vader.
Thanks to the power of generative AI, the Vader in-game character will use the late actor’s voice. Epic Games said they are doing so while remaining in “close consultation” with Jones’ family.
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Epic Games uses Google’s Gemini 2.0 Flash model to generate Vader’s responses to players, while ElevenLabs’ Flash v2.5 model generates Jones’ voice.
“James Earl felt that the voice of Darth Vader was inseparable from the story of Star Wars, and he always wanted fans of all ages to continue to experience it,” the family of James Earl Jones said in a statement. “We hope that this collaboration with Fortnite will allow both longtime fans of Darth Vader and newer generations to share in the enjoyment of this iconic character.”
This decision changes the direction of the entertainment industry in situations like this. In previous Star Wars games, actors were hired to mimic Jones’ voice while he was still alive.
“Epic Games and Disney have worked together to thoughtfully develop this innovative feature with a strong focus on transparency, consent, and safety — ensuring that creators, Disney IP, and players are protected in interactive experiences,” Disney and Epic said in a statement announcing the decision.
As with anything, nothing goes off without a hitch. IGN reported that Epic Games had to issue a patch within an hour of AI-Darth Vader going live because videos of him dropping f-bombs hit X, formerly Twitter timelines.
Gamers do not like conversing with an AI-powered chatbot with Jones’s voice either.
“We deadass having a conversation with James Earl Jones via AI…? Yea you can keep it,” one post on X read.
Welp, it looks like its not going anywhere, and as long they got permission from the Jones family, we don’t see an issue, but this is still opening a can of worms for many.
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New Music Latin is a compilation of the best new Latin songs and albums recommended by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors. Check out this week’s picks below.
DannyLux, Leyenda (VPS Music/Warner Music Latina)
DannyLux’s sixth studio album Leyenda is a dazzling dark fantasy affair that weaves tales of eternal skies, mermaids, and otherworldly legends through whimsical sierreño constructs. Anchored by lush acoustic guitars, the album pushes the boundaries of Mexican music, effortlessly genre-hopping into ’90s-inspired trip-hop (“2025”) and lo-fi electronic music (“Q.D.E.P.”) across 19 tracks. He also invites Jasiel Nuñez to join him in a sierreño reverie on “Cielo Eterno,” Yng Naz on the whimsical corrido “Viaja Conmigo” and Juanchito on the tololoche-driven “Mis Loqueras.” With its fusion of regional Mexican instrumentation and subtle electronic elegance, DannyLux delivers intricate storytelling throughout.
Accompanying the album is a short documentary of the same name. Directed by Elías López, the 17-minute film delves into a surreal, medieval-inspired realm, exploring themes of creative doubt and transformation. The visual — evoking the spirit of ’80s films like the David Bowie-starring Labyrinth — combined with the album’s haunting-yet-allegorical themes, further cements DannyLux’s place as a trailblazing artist in his genre. — ISABELA RAYGOZA
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RØZ & Peso Pluma, “Apaga La Luz” (ALT:Vision Records/Queens Road Music/Atlantic Recording Corp.)
Mexican artist and producer duo RØZ recruit Peso Pluma for a head-bobbing electronic track that showcases not only Peso’s vocal versatility but RØZ’s knack for creating hypnotizing beats powered by euphoric melodies. The collaboration between the Mexican acts came about through an Instagram DM resulting in a standout release, which follows RØZ’s breakout hit “flashes” with reggaetón hitmaker Yng Lvcas. The song’s ethereal canvas allows Peso to deliver a more intimate performance, nearly whispered, in contrast to his in-your-face delivery when singing corridos. RØZ most recently inked a deal with Queens Road Music/ Atlantic Records, setting them up for a busy summer with confirmed performances in festivals across Mexico. — GRISELDA FLORES
Gente de Zona, Reparto (Altafonte/Gente de Zona)
“La Conga,” a nearly three-minute intro, kicks off Gente De Zona’s new studio album, Reparto. The rhythmic track—where there are no lyrics, only shout outs to the album’s collaborators—sets the perfect tone for the cultural-statement-making production: a strong blend of Cuban timba, rumba and hard-hitting bass and claves. Named after the latest movement in the Cuban music scene, reparto is “a genre that draws from the roots of Cuban timba, guaracha, guaguancó, rumba, and with this album, we fuse it with the tropical and urban rhythms that define Gente de Zona’s sound,” Alexander Delgado of Gente de Zona says in a press statement.
With the hopes of taking the genre from the barrios of Cuba to the masses, the duo composed by Delgado and Randy Malcolm team up with a wave of up-and-coming producers and artists such as Dale Pututi, Dany Ome, Kevincito El 13, and L Kimii, as well as one of the genre’s pioneer, Chocolate. Lyrically, most of the tracks on the album are uplifting and motivational, whether it’s about having confidence, feeling successful and blessed, or having a healthy relationship.
“With Reparto, we’re showing the world an evolution of Cuban reggaetón that defines our culture, taking it to new frontiers so people can enjoy it and recognize it,” Malcolm adds. “At the same time, we want to shine a light on these new artists who are leading the authentic Reparto movement in our country.” Standout tracks include “Rico Cantidad,” “Se Trata” and focus track “La Guagua,” featuring Wow Popy and Zurdo MC. — JESSICA ROIZ
Ricardo Montaner, Camilo & Evaluna Montaner, “Si Tuviera Que Elegir” (Hecho A Mano Music)
Twenty-three years ago, a young Evaluna appeared in the music video for her father Ricardo Montaner’s song “Si Tuviera Que Elegir.” Today, the artist, mother and wife once again accompanies her dad on this song — this time as a performer — in a new version that features Latin music star Camilo (also her husband). “Having Camilo and Evaluna singing by my side gives the song a different meaning,” Montaner said in a press release. “Camilo, with his unique voice and at the peak of his career, and Evaluna, with her angelic and original way of performing, make this song a gem.”
Written by Montaner and Yasmil Marrufo, the new version of “Si Tuviera Que Elegir” remains a soft-yet-poignant pop ballad, much like the original one, only this one becomes a family affair, giving the track a new meaning. The music video, set to be released later today, is directed by Marlene Rodríguez, Montaner’s wife and Evaluna’s mother, who created a tender collage of images from past and present. — SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS
Astronomía Interior, Hélices (Universal Music Group)
Bassist Ángel Mosqueda and keyboardist Jesús Báez are Astronomía Interior, the alternative project of this duo of musicians who are also members of the Mexican rock band Zoé. In Hélices, their second studio album, the duo presents 11 tracks that transport the listener from the most subtle atmospheres to an explosion of experimental rhythms and introspective lyrics. From the album cover, which depicts the shimmering wings of a dragonfly against a fiery red background, the pair project freedom and change.
Electronic touches with some acoustics incorporated, in a minimalist style, power songs like “Mineral”, “Mar Universal,” “Materia y Espacio,” “Siento la Noche,” “Abril” and “Una Canción,” which showcase the transforming spirit of this album. Meanwhile, “Ahí Estaré” and “Hélices” reflect the U.K. pop stamp of British producer Phil Vinall, an important part of Zoé’s sound identity. The band’s drummer, Rodrigo Guardiola, also participated in several songs. — NATALIA CANO
Camila Fernández, “No Puedo Dormir Sin Ti” (Universal Music México)
The heiress of the Fernández dynasty presents “No Puedo Dormir Sin Ti,” a ranchera ballad led by Camila’s soft voice and profound delivery, which turn it into a song of sadness over the absence of a loved one. This is the sixth advance of her upcoming album La Fernández (as she likes to be called) set to be released in August, with which she will continue to represent Mexican music accompanied by mariachi. — TERE AGUILERA
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For the Italian public, he is now an artist who needs no introduction. His surprising climb to second place at the Sanremo Festival 2025 with the song “Volevo Essere un Duro” (“I Wanted to Be a Tough Guy”) made him famous thanks to its mix of tenderness, irony and aesthetic and musical references to glam rock – reinterpreted in his own way. However, for the international public of Eurovision 2025, Lucio Corsi is an artist who is still to be discovered.
Italy’s presence among the “Big Five” guarantees him direct access to the final, but will he be able to replicate his unexpected success of Sanremo? He openly does not aim for victory: “Music for me is not a competition. It would make no sense: how can you compete in music? It’s not a sport,” he says, sounding sincere.
However, everyone’s eyes and ears are focused on the Saturday (May 17) final, where the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest winner will be decided. Billboard Italy interviewed the “anti-hero” songwriter after his performance in the first semifinal to gather his thoughts and impressions before the final.
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What was your first impression of Eurovision?
It was interesting to see how many rehearsals there are before the performance. They are repeated several times a day and there is great attention to every little detail. There is also great readiness to improve the shots and the sound. It is a fortune to be able to invent what we want on stage.
What are the similarities and differences between Sanremo and Eurovision?
In Sanremo everything is very concentrated: from morning to evening there are interviews, rehearsals, performances. Here, instead, everything is more dilated in time and there are fewer things on your schedule. In Sanremo you continuously breathe the atmosphere of the festival, here you can also isolate yourself: in some moments you don’t even feel like you are at Eurovision. It is also interesting to be able to encounter other types of musical expression, from other countries and with other conceptions of the songs.
You said that you particularly like Napa, the Portuguese band. Have you had the chance to meet other Eurovision artists in person?
Yes, I met Go-Jo, the Australian artist. I first met him by chance while walking in Rome: we turned a corner and found ourselves face to face. It’s a small world…. Then I met [Estonian artist] Tommy Cash here in the hotel. These encounters are among the nice things of these experiences.
After your performance, many people appreciated your reference to a glam rock sound and aesthetic. Is it an element you are counting on to appeal to an international audience?
I have always tried to find my own way of being inspired by that type of sound. I have always liked it, since adolescence. It is not something aimed at making an impression: it just interests me on the level of composition, sound, research. However, I like many types of music, from folk to prog rock. In the future, I would like to delve into other things as well. This is just a snapshot of this period of mine.
How was your “anti-hero” style received by those who didn’t know you before?
I’m very happy that the English subtitles to the lyrics did their job. I’m happy to see that foreign journalists understood the meaning of the song. I hope that can happen in the final, too. The English translation we did is the simplest possible, because it has to reach non-native speakers as well. We didn’t need a sophisticated translation but a clear, immediate text.
Your collaboration with Tommaso Ottomano, who is with you on stage, is very close: tell us about the human and professional relationship that binds you guys.
He’s like a brother. We’ve known each other since we were kids and we’ve invented everything together, from songs to music videos [Ottomano is also a director, ed.]. We both come from Tuscan, in particular from Maremma, which is a sort of Italian Wild West. Music took us away from the boredom of the province, which is also wonderful because it’s very similar to peace. Learning to deal with such boredom as kids gave us the opportunity to find escapes in music. Also, the stories of people from the provinces are very epic: since the places are “small,” these stories have to be in some way gigantic. This inspires me a lot.
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Halle Bailey was awarded temporary sole physical and legal custody of her son amid the ongoing abuse allegations against her ex-boyfriend DDG. According to a Friday (May 16) report by People, court documents obtained by the publication indicate that Bailey sought out the custody order for the safety of both herself and 16-month-old Halo, alleging […]
Legendary rappers Tupac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G. might have been rivals in life, but they’re now united in copyright litigation.
A pair of photographers who snapped separate photos of the late hip-hop stars are teaming up to sue Univision for copyright infringement, accusing the broadcaster of using the images without permission in a web article about “Unsolved” murders.
“Plaintiffs sent a letter to Univision, demanding that it cease and desist all publication and display of the Subject Photographs,” write lawyers for the photographers in their Wednesday suit. “Univision has failed to meaningfully respond, necessitating this action.”
The case was filed by the estate of Chi Modu, a well-known hip hop photographer, over a black and white picture of Biggie looking into the camera in his trademark Coogi sweater and sunglasses; and by Dana Lixenberg, another acclaimed photog who has snapped pictures of Iggy Pop and Steely Dan, over an image of Pac in a bandana and sports jersey.
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Attorneys for Modu’s estate and Lixenberg say Univision stitched the images together and used them as art for a 2018 article reporting that a trailer had been released for a USA Network documentary series called Unsolved: The Murders of Tupac and The Notorious B.I.G.
Though Biggie and Tupac have both been gone for nearly 30 years, Wednesday’s lawsuit is just one of many recent intellectual property battles over the two iconic rappers.
Modu’s estate filed one of them, suing Universal Music Group in 2022 for allegedly using a Tupac photo in a blog post. Then last year, Shakur’s own estate threatened to sue Drake for using an AI-generated version of the later rapper’s voice. And in February, Biggie’s estate filed a lawsuit against Target, Home Depot and other retailers over allegations that they sold unauthorized canvas prints of the famed “King of New York” photo. Coogi even got in on the action in 2018, suing the Brooklyn Nets after they released a multi-colored jersey that were “inspired by Biggie” and paid homage to the Brooklyn-born rapper.
In one case, Biggie’s estate sued Modu himself, claiming the photographer had illegally authorized the use of his photos on commercial products like skateboards and shower curtains. In 2022, a year after the famed photographer passed away, a judge ruled that such merch likely violated the rapper’s likeness rights. The case ended in a settlement last year.
Reps for Univision did not immediately return a request for comment on the new lawsuit on Friday.
Travis Kelce flew solo at Patrick Mahomes’ charity auction Thursday night (May 15), but Taylor Swift‘s presence was still felt — especially during one hilarious moment when the Kansas City Chiefs tight end withdrew his bid on a guitar signed by his superstar girlfriend.
In a clip filmed by one attendee of the 15 and the Mahomies Foundation’s Golf Classic gala in Las Vegas, Kelce stands near his table with his bidding paddle in hand as an auctioneer fields offers on an acoustic guitar autographed by Swift. As the asking bid rises, the New Heights podcaster changes his mind and withdraws from pursuing the item, quipping, “I just realized I have that already.”
As Kelce sits back down with a cheeky grin, Mahomes — who stands nearby — bursts out laughing with the rest of the event’s attendees. The quarterback’s wife, Kansas City Current co-owner Brittany Mahomes, also sits at their table, covering her face as she chuckles.
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Founded by Patrick Mahomes in 2019, 15 and The Mahomies is “dedicated to improving the lives of children” and supporting initiatives that “focus on health, wellness, communities in need of resources and other charitable causes,” according to the charity’s website. In 2024, Kelce attended the same gala with the “Fortnight” singer on his arm, at one point auctioning off four tickets to Swift’s Eras Tour for $80,000.
The event comes just a few days after the Grotesquerie star and Swift stepped out together in Philadelphia for a Mother’s Day gathering at a restaurant, marking one of the first times the couple has been seen out in public in the past few months. Since concluding her Eras trek in December, the 14-time Grammy winner has largely been staying out of the spotlight (although fans do suspect she’s gearing up to announce something at the 2025 American Music Awards on May 26).
During her time off, Swift has seemingly been prioritizing family time. Travis’ older brother, retired Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, recently revealed that the singer-songwriter had made time to meet his and Kylie Kelce’s new daughter, Finnley, whom they welcomed in April.
“We were fortunate to have them all in,” Jason told Entertainment Tonight on Monday (May 12). “It doesn’t happen often — everyone’s busy — but it was really special.”
