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26 Jun 2023

Noah Cyrus Engaged to Fashion Designer Pinkus: ‘I’ve Never Felt More Loved or In Love’

Here comes the bride! Congratulations are in order for Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Noah Cyrus and fashion designer Pinkus, as the two are officially engaged.

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Cyrus shared the news via an Instagram post Monday (June 26). “The greatest moment of my entire life was saying ‘yes’ to spending the rest of ours together,” she wrote in a caption. “This past month of being your fiancé and being in our own little world of just us two has been so perfect and I wish I could never leave this time.”

Cyrus and Pinkus confirmed their relationship with an April 16 TikTok, which found the couple sharing a romantic kiss in a car. The “I Got So High That I Saw Jesus” singer’s fiancé is fairly mysterious, but there are a few details floating around about him. According to his Instagram profile, Pinkus designs for a clothing brand called COLORS. In her caption, Cyrus gushed about her soon-to-be husband. “I never thought I would ever meet a man like you or someone so selfless and filled with so much love to give,” she mused. “You’re the least judgemental human being I’ve ever met. The most talented, the most loyal, the kindest person.”

In response to his fiancée’s love letter, the German designer commented: “U want kids?” Cyrus’ comments section has been overflowing with congratulations from fans and famous friends alike. The “July” singer closed her caption promising that she “would say ‘yes’ to [Pinkus] every day for the rest of [her] life.”

Noah Cyrus has earned two entries on the Billboard Hot 100: 2016’s Labrinth-assisted “Make Me (Cry)” (No. 46) and 2019’s Leon Bridges duet “July” (No. 85). In 2020, she made her first appearance on the Billboard 200 at No. 124 with her sophomore EP The End of Everything.

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26 Jun 2023

Adele Banters With Fans About ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Scandoval: ‘What Does That Man Do?’

Stars, they’re just like us! During one of the shows for her Weekends With Adele Las Vegas residency, Adele took some time to banter with fans and get some answers to her burning questions about Vanderpump Rules.

When the name “Vanderpump” came up, Adele said, “The other day my friend was like, ‘No, they really do restaurants or something.’ So is it related to the TV show, and what does the guy do that cheated?”

For some context, this past March, fans learned about the “Scandoval”: Tom Sandoval, one of the show’s original stars, had been cheating on Ariana Madix, his girlfriend of nine years and a Vanderpump Rules fan favorite, with their castmate and close friend Raquel Leviss. The revelation took social media by storm and resulted in fans choosing sides, with the hashtag #TeamAriana gaining a lot of passionate traction.

After a fan admitted that they weren’t too familiar with the details of the scandal, Adele responded, “Me neither, I’ve got no idea. Does anyone know anything about that Vanderpump stuff?” she said, looking around the crowd. Luckily, the singer was able to find one concert attendee that could fill her in on all of the hot juicy gossip. In response to the Grammy winner’s initial question of who Tom Sandoval is, the fan replied, “He’s trash. He tries to sing, but he’s no Adele… he’s on the TV show pretending to be a server, he wants to be an entertainer now, but…”

Adele caught on to the fan’s shade and quipped about how “everyone in L.A.” wants to be an entertainer. The “Hello” singer even joked about the time someone tried to slip her demo while she was going out to eat.

Adele may not be a regular Vanderpump Rules viewer, but at least she got some of her questions about the show’s monthslong controversies answered.

Watch a clip of the full exchange here:

26 Jun 2023

Patti LaBelle Says She Did Her ‘Best’ After Forgetting Lyrics During 2023 BET Performance

Patti LaBelle showed the world what a pro she is when she powered through her tribute to Tina Turner Sunday (June 25) during the 2023 BET Awards, despite forgetting some of the lyrics to the late artist’s hit “The Best” while she was on stage. After the set, LaBelle shared with Entertainment Tonight that she gave the performance her all.

“It meant no matter what voice I’m in — I’m hoarse, I have a cold — but whatever, I had to, I was giving it up for Tina Turner, ’cause she’s simply the best,” the Grammy winner told ET of how important it was for her to honor her friend, who died in May at age 83. “So you heard a little tweak every now and then out there, but I love her, and I did my best.”

The “tweaks” the Grammy winner is referring to are the two moments when she forgot the lyrics, and ad-libbed instead. Just ahead of the first chorus, LaBelle started humming before admitting, “I’m trying my best, y’all.” Then without missing a beat, she launched into the chorus.

The second time, the celebrated singer told the live audience at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles — while singing her words completely in tune to the song — “I get … whatever. I can’t see the words I don’t know!”

A BET spokesperson later told The Hollywood Reporter that the singer’s view of the teleprompter was blocked during her tribute performance for Turner. “Due to the crowd’s enthusiasm, the teleprompter was obstructed, obscuring Ms. LaBelle’s view of the lyrics,” the rep explained. “Nonetheless, we couldn’t be more grateful to Ms. LaBelle for lending her incredible talent to this moment.”

LaBelle opened up about her performance with Good Morning America on Monday (June 26) as well, saying she was “proud” to have paid tribute to Turner on the 2023 BET Awards show. “I was so blessed to be asked to honor Tina Turner because that was my friend from back in the day. Such a wonderful woman who’s done everything — and so many people admire her,” she told ABC’s long-running morning show. “And when I did it last night, I was proud, honey! I felt really great. … I’m just in awe of Tina Turner.”

Another artist who received a tribute during the ceremony Sunday night was Takeoff. Offset and Quavo of Migos delivered a surprise set to honor their fallen bandmate in their first performance together since the 28-year-old rapper was fatally shot last November. “Do it for Take!” the two shouted as the screen transformed from a rocket to an image of the late artist.

Watch a clip from LaBelle’s GMA interview below:

26 Jun 2023

Jamie Foxx’s Co-Star Porscha Coleman Shares Update on His Recovery: ‘He’s Doing Great & He’ll Be Back!’

After months of confusion, misinformation, and speculation, fans of Jamie Foxx now have another update on the Academy Award winner’s recovery.

On the BET Awards red carpet on Sunday (June 25), Foxx’s Dad Stop Embarrassing Me! co-star Porscha Coleman offered an update on the Grammy-winning multi-hyphenate. “I’ve talked to people very close to Foxx, [he] is doing well,” she said. “I hate that the media outlets kept running with the narrative of what was going on without having the proper information.”

Two months ago (April 12), Corinne Foxx, Foxx’s daughter and Dad Stop Embarrassing Me! executive producer, revealed that her father “experienced a medical complication” and “is already on his way to recovery). In the time since then, Foxx’s representatives have denied unsubstantiated claims that the “Blame It” singer was recuperating from a negative reaction to the COVID-19 vaccine.

Speculation about Foxx’s condition intensified as he and his family maintained their privacy. “One thing about Jamie is that he’s always valued his privacy. If you’ve noticed, Jamie Foxx has always been on the low,” Coleman noted. “Even when it came to dating, Jamie’s always been private, so it never surprised me. Once I heard the news, of course, I reached out, but how Foxx is doing it is how Foxx should be doing it. He’s resting, he’s well. And he’s going to be back. Trust and believe.”

Last week (June 23), Foxx’s most recent film — an action thriller titled God Is A Bullet — received a theatrical release. He is also set to star in and Netflix sci-fi comedy-mystery They Cloned Tyrone! (July 21) and theatrical comedy Strays (Aug. 18). “I know he’s doing great and he’ll be back, trust and believe. He got a lot of projects coming up, a lot of music that I already know he has. So, I’m excited. I love you Foxx!” exclaimed Coleman.

26 Jun 2023

‘Stranger Things’ Star Noah Schnapp Celebrates His ‘First Pride’ Since Coming Out

The only thing “Upside Down” in Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp‘s latest Instagram post is his frown.

On Sunday (June 25), Schnapp shared a series of pics on social media from New York City’s Pride festivities, where the actor could be seen joining in the fun. Writing simply in his caption “First pride❤️,” Schnapp pointed out that this year marked his first Pride since coming out as gay January.

In the photos, Schnapp is dancing in the fountain at New York’s Washington Square Park, as well as hanging out with his mom and splashing around at a rooftop pool party. Throughout all the photos, the actor is sporting some rainbow-colored sweatbands, as well as a black tank top with “Straight Outta the Closet” written in rainbow letters.

The 18-year-old actor officially came out via TikTok earlier this year when he posted a short video of himself with a caption casually saying, “When I finally told my friends and family that I was gay after being scared in the closet for 18 years, and all they said was ‘we know.’” In the clip, Schnapp lip-synched to a popular sound that stated, “You know what it never was? That serious.”

Schnapp also gave a shout-out to his Stranger Things character in an additional caption, saying, “I guess I’m more similar to Will than I thought,” referencing a scene in the show’s fourth season where Will Byers seemingly admits to being in love with his best friend, Mike Wheeler (played by Finn Wolfhard).

Check out Schnapp’s Instagram post below:

26 Jun 2023

Taylor Swift Signed Guitar Sells For $120k at Auction Benefitting Kids With Cancer

Taylor Swift‘s signature goes a long way, especially if it’s for a good cause.

On Monday (June 26), Toby Keith and Friends announced the top earning items from its 2023 OK Kids Korral auction, which benefits children battling cancer and their families. And while trips to Europe, one-on-one time with Keith himself and autographs from other celebrities definitely pulled in some big bucks, it was a guitar signed by the “Anti-Hero” pop star that blew all the other items out of the water at the event earlier this month.

According to a release, the Swift-signed instrument went for a whopping $120 thousand, bringing the charity’s total event earnings up to a record $1.8 million. Other top earners included a fishing trip and a personal dinner with Toby Keith ($80,000 and $70,000, respectively), a guitar donated by Country Countdown USA‘s Lon Helton ($44,000) and autographs from Tim McGraw, Garth Brooks, Carrie Underwood, Kane Brown, Parker McCollum, Cole Swindell, Jordan Davis, Brantley Gilbert, Russell Dickerson, Brett Young, Ingrid Andress, Maren Morris, Luke Bryan and Jelly Roll.

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Other auction items included memorabilia from NFL quarterback Joe Burrow, NBA star Steph Curry and golf icon Tiger Woods, as well as donations from Ashley Furniture, Crew’s Cottage Carlton Landing, The Joinery, Tim Kenney, Travis McIntyre, Red Fork Distillery, Kennel & Crate, Ryan Cunningham, South OKC Ace Hardware and LOREC Ranch Home Furnishings.

Established in 2006, The Toby Keith Foundation raises funds and provides housing for Oklahoma pediatric cancer patients. In 2014, they constructed the OK Kids Korral, a site where families can stay in comfort as their kids undergo treatment.

“Next year, it’ll be the 10th year for OK Kids Korral, 20th year of my foundation party,” Keith told The Oklahoman at this year’s event. “We’re gonna celebrate a 10 and a 20, and we’re gonna blow it out. It’s amazing how much support we get. But it takes that kind of support to handle 300 families a year.”

26 Jun 2023

What’s Your Favorite Ariana Grande Hot 100 No. 1 Hit? Vote!

Happy birthday, Ariana Grande! The superstar celebrated her 30th birthday on Monday (June 26), and marked the occasion with a sweet post dedicated to her inner child.

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“HBD, tiny!” Grande captioned the throwback photo of herself dressed as Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz. “I trust you implicitly & have never been prouder of you.”

She may only be 30 years old, but Grande has already had an illustrious music career, notching a whopping 73 songs on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart. Of those hits, 20 made the top 10 and seven topped the chart. The superstar’s first leader on the track was her 2018 breakup song, “Thank U, Next,” before snagging two more solo No. 1s with “7 Rings” and “Positions.”

She also topped the tally with a number of collaborations, including “Rain on Me” with Lady Gaga, “Stuck With U” with Justin Bieber and her two team-ups with The Weeknd, “Save Your Tears” and “Die For You.”

Which is your favorite of Grande’s Hot 100 No. 1s? In honor of her birthday, let us know by voting below.

26 Jun 2023

Watch the 2023 BET Awards Performances

R&B and hip-hop’s biggest and brightest stars — both new and old — came together on Sunday night (June 25) for the 2023 BET Awards, held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. In addition to honoring multiple greats and celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, the stars took to the stage for larger-than-life performances.

Ice Spice made her first-ever performance at the BET Awards — after receiving a shout-out from Lil Uzi Vert while he took the stage for “Spin Again” — and took the audience back to the basketball courts and corner stores of New York City. During her set, she gave a rousing performance of her breakthrough hit “Munch (Feelin’ U),” her Hot Rap Songs No. 1 track “Princess Diana” and Like…? single “In Ha Mood” with the assistance of ball players and backup dancers.

Latto, who took home the best female hip-hop artist award during the telecast, lit up the stage with “Put It On Da Floor.” The rapper — who recently peaked at No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 remix of “Put It On Da Floor Again” featuring Cardi B — started off the performance with as a janitor at a supermarket, but her backup dancers ripped off her outfit to reveal a glitzy bustier that read “brand new,” referencing the song’s viral lyric.

Lil Uzi Vert kicked off the evening, opening the show with “I Just Wanna Rock.” Other artists who performed include Offset and Quavo of Migos, who paid tribute to Takeoff; Patti LaBelle honoring Tina Turner; Swizz Beatz, Coi Leray and more celebrating Lifetime Achievement honoree Busta Rhymes; E-40, Fat Joe, Remy Ma, Ja Rule and others marking 50 years of hip-hop; and more.

See performances from the 2023 BET Awards below.

26 Jun 2023

Ariana Grande Celebrates 30th Birthday With Cute Throwback Photo: ‘Never Been Prouder of You’

Ariana Grande marked her 30th birthday on Monday (June 26). The two-time Grammy winner extended the celebration to her Instagram page with a new post dedicated to her inner child.

“HBD, tiny!” Grande captioned the post. “I trust you implicitly & have never been prouder of you.” In typical Grande fashion, the caption also included a slew of emojis with bubbles and a crab, perfect for marking Cancer season.

The photo, in which Grande as a child sports a big smile and a blue plaid dress that evokes Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz, is the first Instagram post from the “One Last Time” singer since she shared a first-look at her role in the upcoming Wicked films.

Grande is set to star as Glinda the Good Witch in the film adaptation of the record-breaking Broadway musical Wicked and the bestselling novel of the same title by Gregory Maguire. Split into two films, Wicked: Part One is currently set to release in theaters on Nov. 27, 2024, with Wicked: Part Two arriving on Nov. 26, 2025. Grande will star alongside Academy Award nominee Cynthia Erivo (Elphaba / Wicked Witch of the West), Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh, Olivier Award winner Jonathan Bailey, Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater and Emmy nominees Jeff Goldblum and Bowen Yang.

Over the course of her career, Ariana Grande has earned seven No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100, including “Thank U, Next,” “Positions” and the eight-week leader “7 Rings.” On Billboard 200, the multi-hyphenate has sent five titles to the chart’s summit, including 2013’s Yours Truly, 2018’s Sweetener and 2020’s Positions.

Check out Grande’s birthday post below:

26 Jun 2023

Olivia Rodrigo Announces Sophomore Album ‘GUTS’: Here’s When It Arrives

Olivia Rodrigo is ready to spill her guts. On Monday (June 26), the 20-year-old pop star gave fans a surprise by announcing that her highly anticipated sophomore record is arriving later this year, unveiling the cover art and title in the meantime.

“my sophomore album GUTS comes out september 8th,” Rodrigo captioned the announcement on Instagram, and sharing a photo of the project’s artwork. “i am so proud of this record and I can’t wait to share it with you all! u can presave it now! xoxoxoxo❤️???”

On the cover, the “Drivers License” singer lies back on a dark purple floor wearing red lipstick and a lacy black dress, with four letter rings on her fingers spelling out “GUTS.” Just like her blockbuster debut record SOUR, which also featured a purple backdrop, GUTS includes a parental advisory warning on Rodrigo’s website.

Produced by SOUR’s Dan Nigro in New York City and Los Angeles, the album will be preceded by the release of lead single “Vampire,” which Rodrigo announced just a couple weeks ago. The track, arriving June 30, will mark the Grammy winner’s first release since 2021.

Rodrigo opened up more about the making of her sophomore effort in a pair of press releases, writing in one that GUTS will explore “growing pains and trying to figure out who I am at this point in my life.” “I feel like I grew 10 years between the ages of 18 and 20 — it was such an intense period of awkwardness and change,” she continued. “I think that’s all just a natural part of growth, and hopefully the album reflects that.”

“I made the bulk of this album during my 19th year on this earth,” she echoed in another statement. “A year that, for me, was filled with lots of confusion, mistakes, awkwardness & good old fashioned teen angst.”

See her announcement below: