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05 May 2025

Rihanna Reveals She’s Pregnant With Baby No. 3 at 2025 Met Gala

Rihanna revealed she’s expecting her third baby with A$AP Rocky at the 2025 Met Gala on Monday (May 5).

While she’s yet to hit the blue carpet at New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, photographer Miles Diggs shared the good news on his Instagram with the caption “Chance of Showers,” as the “Umbrella” hitmaker hit the streets with her umbrella and her baby bump popping out of her baby blue ensemble.

Rihanna and Rocky share two sons together, RZA Athelston Mayers, who turns three years old this month, and 1-year-old Riot Rose Mayers.

Her partner A$AP Rocky is serving as one of the co-chairs of this year’s Met Gala, alongside Pharrell Williams, Colman Domingo and Lewis Hamilton, while LeBron (James served as honorary chair. James announced on X he had to cancel his appearance due to a knee injury he sustained at the end of the season.)

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This year’s Met Gala celebrated the theme of “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” inspired by Monica L. Miller’s 2009 book Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity. “This is probably one of my favorite themes of all of them,” Rihanna previously told Access Hollywood. “I’ve had tons of incredible themes with the Met Ball that I’ve enjoyed, but this one it just made me respect it so much more…. It’s a celebration of culture. It’s also a celebration of history. It’s just bringing it to the forefront on a platform where we’ve been kind of hidden and it’s just accepting it.”

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Rihanna at The Carlyle Hotel before the 2025 Met Gala: “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York, New York.

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05 May 2025

JENNIE Is a Classic Beauty in Chanel Tuxedo Gown at 2025 Met Gala

JENNIE channeled the classic beauty of Coco Chanel at the 2025 Met Gala on Monday (May 5).

She wore a custom Chanel black tuxedo gown with pearl details and a black-and-white boater hat. This marks the K-pop star’s second time wearing Chanel at the Met, following her debut in 2023 when she wore a vintage 1990 white satin bustier dress.

“Everything was inspired by the ’20s and the ’30s of the Coco Chanel runways. I just feel so good with the hat and everything!” she gushed to Vogue red carpet host La La Anthony. “It was wonderful working with the Chanel team because coming from Coco Chanel’s legacy and history, it had everything to do with what we wanted to represent.”

She also briefly touched on reuniting with LISA, Rosé and Jisoo for BLACKPINK‘s upcoming reunion tour, which kicks off in July. “It’s BLACKPINK in your area, back again!” JENNIE exclaimed without spoiling any details. “It’s gonna be good, and we all can’t wait to meet our fans.”

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This year’s Met Gala celebrated the theme of “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” inspired by Monica L. Miller’s 2009 book Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity. The official dress code is “Tailored for You,” a nod to the spring 2025 exhibition’s focus on menswear and is “purposefully designed to provide guidance and invite creative interpretation,” according to Vogue.

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Jennie attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City.

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Pharrell Williams, A$AP Rocky, Colman Domingo and Lewis Hamilton served as co-chairs, while LeBron James served as honorary chair. James announced on X he had to cancel his appearance due to a knee injury he sustained at the end of the season. Tyla, Doechii, André 3000, Usher, Janelle Monáe and more also served as members of the costume institute benefit host committee.

05 May 2025

Diana Ross Brings Showstopping White Train to 2025 Met Gala Red Carpet

Diana Ross brought the 2025 Met Gala red carpet to a halt on Monday night (May 5), wearing an epic jacket with a seemingly endless train that spread almost the entire width of the iconic steps leading into the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

Ross revealed to Vogue livestream host La La Anthony that she was persuaded to attend Monday night’s Met Gala by her son, Evan Ross, after not coming to the event since 2003. She also revealed an Easter egg hiding beneath her train: she had the names of her five children and eight grandchildren stitched into the garment. Diana was joined by Evan for her Vogue interview, and daughter Tracee Ellis Ross was also in the building for the Met Gala.

Beyond the jacket, Ross also wore a low-cut silver-sequined gown and a wide-brimmed white hat adorned with white feathers that matched the feathers lining her showstopping coat.

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When Ross last attended the Met Costume Institute Gala in 2003, she was a vision in red, wearing a satin gown with delicate detailing at the neckline and a matching red satin shawl.

The 2025 Met Gala theme is “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” which also inspired the Costume Institute’s spring 2025 exhibition of the same name and explores the history of Black dandyism.

Ross is a musical legend, scoring 40 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 throughout her career, including six No. 1s: “Endless Love” with Lionel Richie (nine weeks at No. 1), “Upside Down” (four weeks), “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” (three weeks), “Love Hangover” (two weeks), “Touch Me in the Morning” and “Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You’re Going To).”

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05 May 2025

Walmart Marked Down This Sony Dolby Atmos Soundbar to Nearly 60% Off — Lowest Price Ever

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If you’re looking to upgrade your home audio for cheap, you don’t have to break the bank for premium sound. Start with this soundbar and subwoofer from Sony — especially since the system is on sale for nearly 60% off the list price.

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Available at Walmart, the Sony HT-G700 Soundbar is on sale for $249 — or $350 off its list price. In addition, the home soundbar system has a 4.2 out of 5-star rating from almost 125 of the retailer’s shoppers.

And since the Sony HT-G700 Soundbar is from Walmart, you’ll get it shipped to you for free if you’re a Walmart+ member. Otherwise, your cart has to be more than $35 to get free shipping.

If you’re not a member, then you’re in luck: You can sign up for a 30-day free trial to take advantage of everything the retailer’s rewards program has to offer with perks such as free, fast delivery; fuel discounts; streaming access to Paramount+ to watch hit originals; additional savings with early access deals and much more.

In addition, Walmart+ comes with access to SiriusXM for all sorts of talk radio and music — including popular channels such as “The Coffee House” for stripped-down songs from Noah Kahan, Kacey Musgraves, The Lumineers, Phoebe Bridgers and others. Learn more about what Walmart+ can offer you here.

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Sony’s soundbar system comes with the soundbar itself and a wireless subwoofer for additional bass and rumble. It’s a 3.1-channel audio set up (three main speakers and one subwoofer) with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X audio support and Sony‘s Immersive AE Audio Enhancer for upscale sound to a wider and virtual 7.1.2-channel audio (seven main speakers, one subwoofer and two up-firing speakers).

As a result, sound from movies, TV shows, and music is beefier, cleaner, and sharper with multiple ports and connectivity options, such as HDMI ARC and Bluetooth for pairing smartphones, tablets, and laptops.

Marked down to $249 (regularly $599), the Sony HT-G700 Soundbar is available at Walmart.

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05 May 2025

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Trial Will Be the Subject of a New Daily Show

ABC News announced on Monday (May 5) a new show about Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial will air each day.

According to the press release, the new 30-minute program, titled Burden of Proof: The Case Against Diddy and hosted by GMA3 co-host Eva Pilgrim, will offer analyses of what’s going on inside the courtroom. The series will start with an episode breaking down the music mogul’s sex trafficking trial’s jury selection, which began on Monday. Regular daily episodes will then follow on May 12, when opening statements are expected to take place.

The new program comes as Diddy’s trial finally gets underway. The Bad Boy Records founder — who has denied all allegations and pleaded not guilty sex trafficking, racketeering and transportation to engage in prostitution charges — has been held at Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn since his arrest last September. It is estimated that once juror selection is completed, the trial could last anywhere from eight to 10 weeks. Combs turned down a plea deal May 1 in favor of taking his case to trial. He could face a life sentence if convicted of all charges.

ABC’s series is far from the first piece of visual media dedicated to Combs’ ongoing legal struggles. In April, the BBC announced it was developing a documentary titled: P Diddy: The Rise and Fall, and earlier this year, Investigation Discovery dropped its series titled The Fall of Diddy.

Burden of Proof: The Case Against Diddy will air on ABC News Live at 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. ET through until the trial ends.

05 May 2025

Rina Sawayama to Reprise ‘John Wick’ Role in Upcoming ‘Caine’ Spin-Off

Rina Sawayama is headed back to the Wick-everse. The singer/actress who made her big screen debut in 2023 in John Wick: Chapter 4 as Shimazu Akira — the daughter of Osaka Continental Hotel manager and Wick pal Shimazu Koji — will reprise the role as the hotel’s concierge in an upcoming expansion of the film’s universe.

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According to Variety, Sawayama will once again play Akira in the Wick spin-off Caine, where she will appear opposite that film’s director/star/executive producer Donnie Yen. The legendary Hong Kong action star/producer played the blind High Table assassin Caine in the fourth installment in the blood-spattered action thriller series; Caine is slated to go into production later this year.

Yen had high praise for his co-star, telling Variety, “Most delighted to welcome Rina back into this new exciting journey with us. It will be my pleasure and attempt to elevate her amazing character that left us mesmerized from John Wick: Chapter 4!”

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Co-producer Chad Stahelski added, “Rina is such a badass. I love what she did with this role in Chapter 4 and can’t wait to see her cross paths with Caine once again.”

At press time there was no additional information on the plot, but according the magazine it is being billed as a “Hong Kong-style action thriller” similar to the Ip Man series that made Yen a star. Caine will reportedly continue the story arc in the wake of the fourth chapter of the series starring Keanu Reeves as a retired hitman lured back into the murder game after the killing of his beloved dog, with Caine now freed from his obligations to the mysterious High Table.

“John Wick: Chapter 4 introduced us to so many compelling, original characters, including Akira,” said Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chair Adam Fogelson. “We’re beyond thrilled to have Rina coming back to the franchise — Caine and Akira have unfinished business, and this next chapter in their stories will be explosive.”

The critically acclaimed Wick series is rapidly expanding its cinematic universe, with an upcoming spinoff starring Ana de Armas, Ballerina (June 6), as well as a recently announced animated Wick movie and a fifth chapter of the original film series.

Sawayama fans are still waiting for word on the follow-up to the multi-hyphenate’s 2022 sophomore album, Hold the Girl. The singer most recently appeared alongside Paris Hilton on the influencer and sometime singer’s 2024 comeback single, “I’m Free.”

05 May 2025

Met Gala 2025 Livestream: How to Watch & Stream the Red Carpet Online Without Cable

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The Met Gala — the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute’s annual fundraising event — has been one of the most prestigious and glamorous fashion events in the world for nearly 80 years.

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With this year’s theme of “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” the Met Gala 2025 features appearances by co-chairs Pharrell Williams, A$AP Rocky, honorary chair LeBron James, as well as André 3000, Doechii, Janelle Monáe, Tyla and many others.

When Does Met Gala 2025 Start?

The Met Gala 2025 takes place at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday (May 5) and starts at 6 p.m. ET, while Live From E!: Met Gala 2025 airs at 6 p.m. ET too. The TV network’s coverage — which is co-hosted by Zanna Roberts Rassi, Maria Taylor, Elaine Welteroth, Yvonne Orji and fashion designer Christian Siriano — broadcasts on E! and livestreams on Peacock.

Where to Watch ‘Live From E!: Met Gala 2025’ for Free

Cord-cutters have a few ways to watch Live From E!: Met Gala 2025 online, especially if you want to watch for free. Fubo and Hulu + Live TV both have free trials, so you can watch E! for free.

Keep reading for more details on how to watch the TV special with Peacock, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and other streamers.

How to Watch ‘Live From E!: Met Gala 2025’ With Peacock

The TV special airs on E! and streams the following day on Peacock for Premium or Premium Plus subscribers only. If you don’t subscribe to the streaming service, you can get access with a Peacock monthly subscription, which starts at $7.99 per month for the ad-supported plan, or $13.99 per month for the ad-free plan.

Along with Live From E!: Met Gala 2025, you’ll get access to original programming, such as Love Island USA, Bel-Air, The Traitors and others; hit movies, including The Wild Robot, Monkey Man, Abigail, The Holdovers, Oppenheimer and others; live sports from NBC Sports; live news from NBC News; and more than 50 streaming channels.

How to Watch ‘Live From E!: Met Gala 2025’ With Fubo

To watch Live From E!: Met Gala 2025 on E!, Fubo starts at $64.99 for the first month, $84.99 per month afterwards (the streamer’s current deal) with nearly 230 channel — including local and cable — that are streamable on smart TVs, smartphones, tablets and on web browsers.

The service even gets you live access to local broadcast networks including Fox, CBS and ABC, while it also has dozens of cable networks, such as ESPN, Bravo, CMT, ID, TV Land, VH1, TLC, E!, FS1, MTV, FX, Ion, OWN, Paramount Network and much more.

How to Watch ‘Live From E!: Met Gala 2025’ With Hulu + Live TV

Live From E!: Met Gala 2025 on E! is available to watch with Hulu + Live TV too. Prices for the cable alternative start at $82.99 per month, while each plan comes with Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+ at no additional cost.

Hulu + Live TV might be best for those who want all of these streaming services together in one bundle. It also features many other networks, including ABC, Hallmark Channel, BET, CMT, Disney Channel, NBC, Fox Sports and more.

How to Watch ‘Live From E!: Met Gala 2025’ With DirecTV

A subscription to DirecTV — which comes with E! for Live From E!: Met Gala 2025 — gets you access to live TV, local and cable channels, starting at $34.99 per month.

You can watch local networks such as CBS, ABC, Fox and PBS, while you can also watch many cable networks, including FS1, Lifetime, FX, AMC, A&E, Bravo, BET, MTV, Paramount Network, Cartoon Network, VH1, Fuse, CNN, Food Network, CNBC and many others.

Live From E!: Met Gala 2025 is available to watch on E! via Fubo or Hulu + Live TV, on Monday (May 5) with a start time of 6 p.m. ET. The TV special is streamable on Peacock.

In addition, the Met Gala 2025 is livestreams on YouTube.

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05 May 2025

A$AP Rocky Brings Yung Felon to Life Opposite Denzel Washington in Spike Lee’s ‘Highest 2 Lowest’ Trailer

Spike Lee’s Highest 2 Lowest film released its first official trailer on Monday (May 5), ahead of its nationwide arrival in theaters this August.

The director and Denzel Washington reunite to work together for the fifth time in the crime thriller, which also stars A$AP Rocky as Yung Felon, who’s Washington’s son in the movie, and the project serves as Ice Spice’s feature film debut, who does not appear in the new trailer.

The film is said to be loosely based on Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 noir High and Low, which finds an individual at a moral crossroads and dealing with the chaos of New York City.

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“There’s more to life than just making money. There’s integrity, there’s what you stand for. There’s what you actually believe in,” Washington narrates in the clip. “The hard times will come from the money and the mayhem follows … That’s the question I have for you, can you handle it? All money ain’t good money.”

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Produced by A24 along with 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks, Highest 2 Lowest was shot throughout New York City. The film is set to premiere at Cannes Film Festival later in May before coming to theaters on Aug. 22 and eventually landing on Apple TV+ on Sept. 5.

“And A$AP, man. Fire,” Spike Lee gushed about Rocky’s acting during an appearance on Carmelo Anthony’s 7pm in Brooklyn show in April. “I mean, there’s some scenes with him and D head to head, he ain’t backin’ up. It’s like, ‘I’m here too!’ Very, very happy with the way the film turned out and looking forward to sharing with the world.”

Rocky was also impressed with Denzel Washington’s music taste, as he revealed that the esteemed actor pulled up to the movie set bumping Memphis rappers such as Pooh Shiesty and Moneybagg Yo.

“He likes to listen to Memphis rappers, but modern Memphis rappers,” Rocky told Vogue recently. “Then he started quoting NLE Choppa … He’s really tapped in. Working with Denzel was a dream come true, he’s an OG.”

Watch the Highest 2 Lowest trailer below.

05 May 2025

Cinco De Mayo Trends On X With Many Sharing Its Actual Significance #CincoDeMayo

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Cinco de Mayo (May 5) is here, and the holiday is celebrated widely in the United States, complete with drinks and food specials at bars, along with folks gathering at their homes over margaritas and tacos. The true root of Cinco de Mayo is much deeper, and with the holiday trending on X, some are sharing the day’s true significance.

Cinco de Mayo’s historical significance is explained briefly here:

Since the 1800s, the day has somewhat focused on celebrating the connection between Mexican and American culture. In some cities, parties, musical performances, parades, and food will be a centerpiece. A fair point of criticism of the day is people not of Mexican descent putting on outfits connected to the country’s culture, yet enforcing offensive stereotypes. Beyond Puebla, the holiday isn’t widely celebrated in Mexico.

The true root of Cinco de Mayo celebrates the victory of the Mexican military against French invaders at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Gen. Ignacio Zaragoza led his troops against the relatively advanced military might of the French soldiers, giving them a boost in morale. Military leaders in the United States came to the aid of Mexico, causing the French to vacate their occupation in 1867.

The warm embrace of the holiday by Americans has always struck some as curious, considering how specific the holiday is to Mexican culture. Some in the States still gather and engage in revelry on the day, but do so without donning sombreros or leaning into stereotypes.

On X, we’ve got reactions from those looking to educate the masses on Cinco de Mayo’s true significance. You can find those replies below.

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05 May 2025

Jeezy Allegedly Faces Jail Over Divorce Dispute

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Jeezy is reportedly facing potential jail time for failing to uphold the terms of his divorce agreement with ex-wife Jeannie Mai.

As reported by In Touch Weekly, the rapper appeared in court on April 28, where the judge ruled that he had “willfully failed” to transfer ownership of a 2021 Range Rover to Mai, a condition outlined in their divorce settlement.

The judge also denied Jeezy’s request for Jeannie to cover his legal expenses and issued a stern warning. If he continues to ignore court orders, he could face penalties that include incarceration. This warning marks a serious escalation in the ongoing legal battle between the former couple, whose divorce has been marred by accusations of domestic abuse and disputes regarding custody of their daughter.

Although the legal situation is tense, Jeezy doesn’t seem to be letting it affect his public persona. He recently featured on the remix of JT’s hit single “OK,” where he rapped about his single life, describing himself as “single as a dollar bill.” The track has drawn attention from fans who note the contrast between his carefree lyrics and the serious legal consequences he may soon face.

The divorce, finalized in the summer of 2024, has been far from smooth, with both sides presenting serious allegations. Now with the threat of jail looming, Jeezy will need to decide whether to comply with the court’s orders or risk even more severe consequences as the dispute continues.