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Over the course of the last week, one drag queen’s performance of Chappell Roan‘s “Red Wine Supernova” has ignited the Internet in a debate about misogyny and drag culture. Now, the artist behind the clip is speaking up.
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On Thursday (Sept. 19), Drag Race Philippines star Brigiding took to social media to speak up about her controversial performance to Roan’s song. “My recent performance of ‘Red Wine Supernova’ has stirred up a lot of differing opinions,” she wrote on X. “Some have accused me of being misogynistic and disrespectful, while others saw it as campy and true to the essence of drag.”
The clip in question saw Brigiding standing on a table during a drag brunch lip-syncing to the track off The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess. As she reaches the song’s chorus, Brigiding lifts up her skirt and opens a spout attached to her undergarments, letting a stream of red wine flow out into a wine glass being held by a fan.
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The performance quickly went viral as fans and critics alike began debating whether the performance was appropriate. Some commenters claimed the performance was openly mocking the concept of menstruation, while others quickly came to Brigiding’s defense, saying the performance was not mocking women or periods, but was simply a fun drag performance of a hit pop song.
In her statement, Brigiding did not apologize for her performance, instead opting to celebrate the artist who made it possible in the first place. “As a drag artist, I look up to artists who fearlessly create spaces for us, the queer community, and right now, @chappellroan is one amazing champion,” she wrote. “[Chappell’s] music speaks to the freedom and creativity that I try my best to bring into my performances as an artist. I intended to celebrate her influence and impact, not to offend anyone, especially women.”
She added in the closing line of her post that the point of drag is “breaking gender stereotypes” and giving people a place to celebrate “freedom to artistic self expression.” Nodding to the “Pink Pony Club” singer’s own lyrics, she captioned her post with a wink: “I’m gonna keep on dancing.”
Read Brigiding’s full statement below:
https://twitter.com/brigiding/status/1836644429836489087
Deadline reports that Queen Latifah will be making a movie about her life and career. The New Jersey native was one of the first rap stars to cross over into mainstream pop culture as hip-hop began its rise to prominence in everyday American life during the late ’80s and early ’90s. Her Flavor Unit Entertainment […]
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Two heavyweight boxers go head-to-head in “The Big Smoke” on Saturday (Sept. 21): Anthony “AJ” Joshua (28-3-0) battles Brit English boxer Daniel “Dynamite Triple D” Dubois (21-2-0) in a highly anticipated match. The bout is scheduled for 12 rounds with the winner earning the IBF heavyweight title.
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Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois takes place at Wembley Stadium in London, starting at 11 a.m. ET/8 a.m. PT, with the main event beginning around 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT.
Want to watch the Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois online? This is a pay-per-view event that is streaming on PPV.com for $19.99, so the only way to watch it is to purchase the PPV feed here.
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Meanwhile, the Joshua vs. Dubois PPV price is also streamable for $19.99 for DAZN subscribers. Not a subscriber? You can get access to the PPV livestream with a 7-day free trial (afterward, it’s $29.99 per month). In addition, if you’d like to go for an annual subscription, you can still get the first month for free ($19.99 per month afterwards) for $239.88 per year in total with the service’s 12-month contract.
With DAZN, you get access to more than 100 live fights every year, along with fight replays, highlights, documentaries and much more.
Fight Card, 11 a.m. ET/8 a.m. PT
Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois (champion), IBF Heavyweight — Main Event, Title Fight
Tyler Denny (champion) vs. Hamzah Sheeraz, European Middleweight — Title Fight
Anthony Cacace vs. Josh Warrington, Super Featherweight
Joshua Buatsi vs. Willy Hutchinson, Light Heavyweight
Mark Chamberlain vs. Josh Padely, Super Lightweight
Josh Kelly vs. Ishmael Davis, Middleweight
Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois PPV is streamable on PPV.com and DAZN on Saturday, Sept. 21, starting at 11 a.m. ET/8 a.m. PT.
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KJ Apa will soon be doin’ time on the set of an upcoming Sublime biopic. As announced Thursday (Sept. 19), the Riverdale star has been cast to portray the late Bradley Nowell in Justin Chon’s film about the Long Beach band. With a screenplay written by Chon and Bobby Hundreds — based on an original […]
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Fat Joe is taking his charismatic storytelling to cable TV. The Bronx MC’s weekly interview series Fat Joe Talks with STARZ is set to premiere Friday, Oct. 4 and his first guest will be fellow rap legend Method Man. They’ll be talking about the Staten Island rapper’s storied rap career and his successful transition into […]
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Devoted viewers of The Kardashians may already know that Kim, Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian have all been spotted at some point carrying the cozy Barefoot Dreams In the Wild Throw blanket and they’re not the only celebrities loving the blanket. Attached to the fluffy blanket is a $180 price tag for its purrfectly fluffy material and reversible print that gives you two blankets wrapped into one.
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Rather than make the splurge immediately, TikTok has made the investment first to investigate if Barefoot Dreams’ throw blanket is worth the hype — and short answer, it is.
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TikTokers can’t stop obsessing over the blanket and how comfy it is with user @tinx even going as far as to say she “would die” for the layering piece.
“Not only would I pay another $180 for this blanket, I would give them my car, my first born — this blanket is life-changing,” she says in a review video that’s racked up 5.6 million views. “It feels like if peach fuzz and cashmere did a collaboration.”
You can choose from a mix of leopard print shades including a soft gray, cream and black depending on what aesthetic you’re going for. And, unlike your favorite wearable blanket, this designer throw will effortlessly add a chic yet homey touch to your couch.
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Barefoot Dreams In the Wild Throw Blanket
Barefoot Dreams seems to have perfected the elevated blanket design with their In the Wild throw that uses the brand’s signature plush CozyChic knit material. Labeled a “celebrity favorite” by the brand, the blanket comes in a 54″ x 72″ size that’ll cover your body in warmth.
Even reviewers are impressed with the blanket’s design praising the size and coverage of the design.
“I always tuck my feet inside my throw blankets and I feel like it makes them shorter at the top by my arms,” one shopper commented. “My Barefoot throw has a stretch to it, which makes it have plenty of room without feeling small.”
Another reviewer also raved over how “the softness is truly addicting. I never want to be on the couch or bed without one of these throws!”
If you’re not ready to make the splurge yet, ShopBillboard found some Barefoot Dreams throw blanket dupes you can shop below.
Best Barefoot Dreams Throw Blanket Dupes
To help you get the best dupe for the least amount of money, we put together a couple of alternatives you can buy online.
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Livhil Soft Micro Leopard Blanket
$24.99
$39.99
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Walmart’s $25 version of the viral blanket includes a similar cheetah print design that comes in two sizes and four different patterns. In terms of softness, the blanket uses 100% polyester microfibers to make the throw breathable and warm in addition to wrinkle- and fade-resistant as well as anti-pilling.
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Snuggle Sac Leopard Throw Blanket
Snuggle Sac is brining all the coziness with its reversible leopard throw blanket that’s just $30. More than 900 have been purchased on Amazon in the past month and the throw has also been labeled an Amazon Choice for its popularity and quality. You can also choose from a mix of 11 patterns and three sizes depending on what your needs are.
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With the rise of handheld gaming with the Nintendo Switch OLED and Valve Steam Deck, computer company Asus released a new portable PC that makes it possible to play more of your favorite games on-the-go.
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Retailing for $799.99 at Best Buy, the Asus ROG Ally X is a handheld gaming PC that offers speedy and powerful performance with its built-in AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, a sharp 7-inch touchscreen display with Full HD 1080p resolution and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz for silky smooth motion and gameplay, a long battery life of up to five hours per charge and impressive 1TB of on-board storage for more games and apps.
The Asus ROG Ally X is a powerful portable gaming PC that runs Windows 11 with access to popular gaming apps, such as Xbox Game Pass (with three months of free service included), Nvidia GeForce Now, Steam, Battle.net, PlayStation Remote Play and more.
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This means you can play your favorite video games, like Hi-Fi Rush, Forza Horizon 5, World of Warcraft: The War Within, Baldur’s Gate 3, Helldivers 2, Star Wars Outlaws, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 and others, on-the-go wherever there’s Wi-Fi available.
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Asus ROG Ally X
On its board, the Asus ROG Ally X has all of the buttons and triggers needed to get the most out of your gameplay, including four action buttons, two bumpers, two triggers, two analog sticks and an eight-directional D-pad for precision movement. It even has two mappable macro buttons around back for quick hits and more options.
Meanwhile, if the retail price is too high for you, then Best Buy also has the Asus ROG Ally that was released in 2023 on sale for $549.99, $100 off its list price. It features the same processor, operating system and 7-inch display as the X model, but has less storage space at 512GB, a smaller battery, less memory, and a four-directional D-pad instead of eight.
Now available at Best Buy and Asus, the Asus ROG Ally X is priced at $799.99. In the meantime, watch a trailer for the handheld PC, below:
Additionally, if you need a case for your new Asus ROG Ally X, the WaterField Designs Magnetic Gaming Case is one of the best ways to keep your handheld gaming PC in pristine condition. It’s large enough to carry the device, as well as a few accessories. The case starts at $84 and comes in four colors, such as black, blue, white and chocolate.
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Luxury spirits brand Grand Marnier, renowned for its unique mix of cognac and orange liqueur, hosted an immersive experience for New York Fashion Week attendees. This one night only event dubbed, The Rouge Showroom, highlighted the brand’s dedication to creating unexpected, grand experiences that merged the worlds of fashion and music.
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In collaboration with designer Brandon Blackwood, The Rouge Showroom attracted over 1,000 hip-hop fans and fashion lovers to LaVan Midtown for an unforgettable night. Guests mingled under vibrant red lights, sipping on signature Grand Marnier cocktails like the Grand Margarita. DJ Been Slacking kicked things off with an energetic set that kept everyone dancing.
The night’s highlight came from Billboard-charting rapper 2 Chainz, who thrilled fans with a performance of his biggest hits. He elevated the party atmosphere with classics such as “Birthday Song” and “It’s a Vibe,” creating an electric energy that resonated with fashion insiders and trendsetters.
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Brandon Blackwood’s curated collection was displayed in a jukebox-inspired setup, alongside Grand Marnier bottles. Before 2 Chainz took the stage, Blackwood shared insights about the collection with the audience. Attendees also had the chance to capture memories at co-branded photo spots and even order custom Brandon Blackwood bags with personalized engravings to remember the night.
For Blackwood, this collaboration was about more than fashion; it celebrated individuality, creativity, and breaking boundaries. His designs, much like Grand Marnier’s signature flavors, artfully blend bold elements in a seamless and sophisticated way.
If you weren’t able to join us in New York, check out Billboard’s recap of the evening HERE and stay tuned for more from Billboard and Grand Marnier.
Whether enjoying Grand Marnier at home listening to your favorite artist or out at their show, please do so responsibly.
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Looking to upgrade your tablet? If so, consider adding the Aeezo Android 10-inch tablet to your shopping list. Originally priced at $209.99, you can now snag it for just $66.79. With its touchscreen, WiFi, and Bluetooth support, this is a great option for work, entertainment, or even as a thoughtful gift.
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The box includes the tablet, user manual, Type C Cable, and a charger. With this tablet, you can download as many apps as you like, including Netflix, YouTube, and more. The brand also describes their tablet as “lightweight,” making it easy to take with you wherever you go.
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This tablet also comes equipped with dual camera and dual speakers, including a high-quality 8 MP rear camera and 5 MP front camera. One Walmart customer said, “I love this tablet not only for myself with work and scheduling but it’s great for my seven year old too. Holds a charge well…”
What are you waiting for? Make it easy to access your favorite shows with this versatile tablet.
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Aeezo Android 10-inch Tablet, Touchscreen, 5 MP + 8 MP, WiFi, Dual Camera
$66.79
$209.99
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If you are looking for a portable tablet, consider adding this 10-inch Android to your cart. With its high-quality dual camera, you’ll be able to capture great photos and join your video calls with crisp visuals from any location.
Whether you’re traveling, working, or lounging by the pool, its long-lasting battery ensures you stay connected and entertained for hours. A Walmart customer said, “I use it just for game apps, coloring,… it’s just what i needed.”
The Android interface of this tablet also makes navigation easy. You’ll keep track of your tasks, meetings, and to-do lists with ease. Other Walmart customers describe the tablet as “great quality” and “easy to setup.”
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