Category: Dance

LAPD seeking to speak with ‘chronic problem’ Chris Brown

‘You know he has killed people in Ukraine? Knowingly’: Ukrainian lawyer calls for probe after ‘hacked texts from Paul Manafort’s DAUGHTER claim Trump’s former advisor played a role in country’s mass killings The Los Angeles Police Department is seeking to speak with Chris Brown in connection with a string of complaints about the singer’s actions from residents of the San Fernando Valley neighborhood he lives in. Police want to address a number of complaints with 27-year-old Forever singer, TMZ reported, linked to issues including violent assaults, drug use, blaring noise and dangerous driving.

A Teenage Adele Stars In Kelly Osbourne’s Latest #TBT

Former reality star Kelly Osbourne , no stranger to music royalty herself, shared a photo of herself and a 19-year-old Adele hanging out in 2007 in honor of Throwback Thursday yesterday. “#TBT 2007 of me & @adele hosting/starting a conga line at @bbcradio1 #BigDayOut!” the daughter of Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne captioned the pic, throwing in the hashtag #BackInTheDay.

Katy Perry and America Ferrera to be honored by Human Rights Campaign

Singer Katy Perry, left, and actress America Ferrera will be honors by the Human Rights Commission at its 2017 Los Angeles Gala Dinner on March 18. Singer Katy Perry, left, and actress America Ferrera will be honors by the Human Rights Commission at its 2017 Los Angeles Gala Dinner on March 18. Katy Perry and America Ferrera will be honored at the Human Rights Campaign’s 2017 Los Angeles Gala Dinner on March 18. The two are being recognized for their work toward LGBTQ equality. Perry will receive the HRC’s national equality award, while Ferrera will be given their ally for equality award.

Jennifer Lopez Flustered Over Drake Proposal Question

A TV chat became awkward for Jennifer Lopez on Wednesday when she was asked if rapper Drake had proposed to her. The Love Don’t Cost a Thing singer has been coy about the status of her relationship with the rapper after appearing alongside him in a very revealing social media snapshot amid reports the two stars were an item.

Jennifer Lopez flustered over Drake proposal question

A TV chat became awkward for Jennifer Lopez on Wednesday when she was asked if rapper Drake had proposed to her. The Love Don’t Cost a Thing singer has been coy about the status of her relationship with the rapper after appearing alongside him in a very revealing social media snapshot amid reports the two stars were an item.

Lady Gaga Kisses Her New Man After a Party in LA

Lady Gaga is having one hell of a year so far. After absolutely crushing her Super Bowl Halftime Show performance , the “Million Reasons” singer has announced her world tour , performed with Metallica at the Grammys, and partied with John Travolta .

Ed Sheeran is still ‘honing his skills’ with his new album

This week Ed Sheeran releases his third proper album, Men At Work’s Colin Hay drops a new solo album, indie-rock favorites Grandaddy return after an eleven-year absence, “The Voice”-alum Dia Frampton goes an ethereal route on her new album, indie art-rockers Why? release their first album in five years, Norwegian singer-songwriter Sondre Lerche plays around with electronics and synths on his new album and duo The Ropes rebrand themselves as R. Missing. Ed Sheeran continues to be an earnest singer-songwriter with pop appeal.

Naomi Campbell: Paris Jackson will be an ‘incredible actress’

The 18-year-old aspiring actress recently scored her first television role in the Lee Daniels drama series ‘Star’, and Naomi – who has also filmed for a guest appearance in the show – can see great potential in Paris’ acting ability. And whilst Naomi never got the chance to meet the blonde beauty during shooting for the show, she says she did once “have tea” with a very young Paris alongside her late father and musical icon Michael Jackson.

Ed Sheeran: I regret grabbing Chris Martin’s bum

The 26-year-old singer has admitted he gave the Coldplay frontman’s rear a cheeky squeeze before he took to the stage at the award ceremony over the weekend, but has said he was left perplexed by his own actions just moments after the intimate connection was made. When asked what the funniest moment of his night was, Ed said: “I saw Chris Martin about to go onstage and I walked up behind him and squeezed his a*s.

Kylie Minogue reveals her style has become more ‘refined’

‘I still have moments where I go, what was I thinking’: As Kylie Minogue says her style has become more ‘refined’ over the years FEMAIL revisits some of the pop icon’s most memorable looks Long before the Kardashians became a household name, it was Kylie Minogue’s bum in a certain pair of golden hot pants that the world couldn’t stop talking about. Those infamous Spinning Around pants made headlines, joining a vast collection of sparkling, beaded, revealing outfits that became part of Kylie’s signature.

Adele Is Music Biz Artist Of The Year

… Returning favorite sessions will include the Metadata Summit, Brand & Strategic Partnership Summit, and Entertainment & Technology Law Conference, as well as an encore for Music’s Leading Ladies Speak Out and various special interest programs and …

Bruno Mars, Justin Timberlake shine at iHeartRadio Awards

Justin Timberlake accepts the award for song of the year for “Can’t Stop The Feeling!” at the iHeartRadio Music Awards at the Forum on Sunday, March 5, 2017, in Inglewood, Calif. Drew Taggart, left, and Alex Pall, of The Chainsmokers, arrive at the iHeartRadio Music Awards at the Forum on Sunday, March 5, 2017, in Inglewood, Calif.

Adele confirms marriage to Simon Konecki

The Hello singer was performing her song Someone Like You at the concert, where she opened up to the crowd about the emotions she experienced while recording the track. She then revealed she is now in a different place emotionally because she is “married” to longtime partner Simon Konecki.

Elha Nympha takes a BIG shot

American TV host Steve Harvey couldn’t help but say this of Elha Nympha during her guest appearance on the second season of “Little Big Shots,” a talent show for kids: “This little girl can sing!” Elha was chosen along with other kids around the world to showcase their talents on the show. She wowed Steve and the audiences with her performance of Sia’s “Chandelier.”

Mel and Sue back together for Let’s Sing And Dance For Comic Relief

Presenting duo Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins have made their return to the BBC together for the first time since the broadcaster’s final series of The Great British Bake Off. The pair hosted Let’s Sing And Dance For Comic Relief, a celebrity talent show in which well-known names perform as music stars to raise money for Comic Relief.

The View chats with Jennifer Lopez and Jennifer Beals

Today’s hosts: Whoopi, Joy Behar, Sara Haines, Sunny Hostin, Paula Faris Today’s HOT topics: Jennifer Lopez talks about her NBC show, Las Vegas residency, her mom, children, and ex Marc Anthony Jennifer Beals talks about her new show Taken Have you ever wanted to change careers? Whoopi talks about wanting to be a US ambassador.

The Weeknd almost reunited

The model was strutting her stuff on the catwalk during H&M”s fashion show, while the singer was nearby getting ready to take the stage. He started his performance as Bella and her sister Gigi were taking their final walk with some of the other models, and Gigi was caught on camera giving her sibling a knowing smile.

Cher: ‘People are a little bit frightened about being Mr. Cher’

The 70-year-old singer – who has children Chaz, 47, with the late Sonny Bono and Elijah, 40, with her previous partner Gregg Allman – believes she needs “a certain kind of guy” to settle down with, although a lot of potential suitors are scared of being her beau. Speaking to ET Online about her love life, the brunette beauty said: “It takes kind of a special person.

Adele bans fireworks from tour

The ‘Someone Like You’ hitmaker decided to pull the pyrotechnics from her show after her four-year-old son Angelo – who she has with her husband Simon Konecki – got upset after something hit his eye during rehearsals. She told the crowd at her concert at the Domain Stadium in Perth, Australia: “We’ve been rehearsing here and up until last night we had fireworks for you.

Madonna inspires Ariana Grande

The ‘Like A Virgin’ hitmaker is a big source of inspiration for the ‘Break Free’ singer, who praised the pop star for her “bravery and strength”. She said: “I have the utmost respect for that woman.

Lady Gaga to Replace Beyonce as Coachella Headline Act

The “Born This Way” singer and “American Horror Story” actress will be the headline act both Saturday nights at the music festival in Indio, California, Billboard reported Tuesday. Beyonce had to cancel her previously scheduled appearance on doctor’s orders as she is pregnant with twins.

Music 31 mins ago 4:33 p.m.Beyonce out of Coachella; will perform in 2018

Beyonce, who is pregnant with twins, will not perform at Coachella this year, but will headline the festival in 2018. In a statement to The Associated Press on Thursday, Beyonce’s Parkwood Entertainment and festival producer Goldenvoice said the singer had to pull out of the famed festival “following the advice of her doctors to keep a less rigorous schedule in the coming months.”

Grammer To Perform At Golden Mike

Platinum-selling singer-songwriter Andy Grammer will perform at the 2017 Golden Mike Award, Monday, February 27, at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. Paul Karpowicz, President of Meredith Corporation’s Local Media Group, with the Golden Mike Award, and Bill Hoffman, retired President of Cox Media Group , with the 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award.

Rihanna shines bright like a diamond

And Robyn Rihanna Fenty , aka Rihanna , certainly does, which is why she’s been named the 2017 Harvard University Humanitarian of the Year . “Rihanna has charitably built a state-of-the-art center for oncology and nuclear medicine to diagnose and treat breast cancer at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Bridgetown, Barbados,” said Dr. S. Allen Counter , director of the Harvard Foundation .

The Dish: Carlton Fisk, Nick Cannon, Britney Spears and more…

Actor Nick Cannon sits at courtside during the second half of the NBA All-Star basketball game in New Orleans, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017. HOME FIELD: There are Red Sox fans, and then there’s whoever ponies up $175G to buy 38 Elm St. in Charlestown, N.H., just because it was the childhood home of Hall of Fame catcher Carlton Fisk .

Katy Perry’s backing dancer steals limelight at Brit Awards for…

As the Wide Awake hitmaker performed her new single, Chained to the Rhythm, one unfortunate dancer suffered a painful fall while dressed as a house Eyes were fixed on Katy Perry ‘s Brit Awards performance for all the wrong reasons when a backing dancer spectacularly fell off the stage. The background performer, dressed as a house, stumbled off the stage as the Wide Awake hitmaker performed her new single, Chained to the Rhythm.

Judge orders R&B singer Chris Brown to stay away from ex

A judge has ordered R&B singer Chris Brown to stay away from his ex-girlfriend after she accused him of physically abusing and threatening her. The Grammy winner was ordered to stay 100 yards away from Karrueche Tran and not attempt to contact her after she wrote in court filings that Brown had repeatedly threatened her since December.

Madonna shares video of twins

The ‘Hung Up’ singer recently took on the care of four-year-old Estere and Stelle – who were living in an orphanage in Malawi – and it seems they are settling into their new life well. Madonna posted a clip of the youngsters, wearing matching blue and white striped pyjamas singing nursery rhyme ‘Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star’ while accompanied by 11-year-old Mercy on piano.

Drake explains Meek Mill feud, reacts to Kanye calling him out

Hip-hop star Drake isn’t proud of all the headlines he’s made for his feud with rap rival Meek Mill – nor does he understand why he was recently called out by Kanye West. The Canadian rapper opened up about both disharmonious incidents in a new interview with DJ Semtex on Beats 1’s OVO Sound Radio , during which he explained why he wasn’t happy about his nearly two-years-long acrimony with Mill.

5 Lifetime biopics to binge-watch this weekend

Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2m7NRbP With Britney Ever After Lifetime is wading once again into the waters of a made-for-TV celebrity biopic, this time taking on the life of Britney Spears. Whether or not this particular biopic hits the mark, the channel has certainly given us stories that are worth revisiting.

Watch Drake, A$AP Rocky and more star in The Weeknda s new video for a Remindera

The Weeknd has unveiled the latest video from his ‘Starboy’ project, with the clip for the track ‘Reminder’ starring the likes of Drake , A$AP Rocky , Travis Scott and more. The Toronto artist – AKA Abel Tesfaye – has rolled out a number of visual accompaniments to his latest album, including the Daft Punk-featuring title track and the ultra-violent action thriller clip for ‘False Alarm’ .

Martin Garrix teases his collaboration with Justin Bieber

The Dutch DJ-producer is supporting Bieber on the Australian leg of his Purpose World Tour, which begins next month, and at the pop singer’s huge Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park show on July 2. Speaking to NME backstage at last night’s V05 NME Awards 2017, Garrix said: “We’ve been in the studio and we have some rough ideas, but we have no actual song yet where we’re both like, ‘OK, this is what we’re gonna release.’ ” “But we go on tour next week,” he added, “[So we’ll have] three weeks in the studio, touring, travelling, making music and performing – it’s going to be fun.”

‘Fifty Shades Darker’ soundtrack may be better than the film

This week ” Fifty Shades Darker ” gets a star-studded soundtrack, chill-masters Thievery Corporation release their first album in four years, Lupe Fiasco releases a new set, Andrew McMahon of Something Corporate and Jack’s Mannequin fame releases a new album, singer-songwriter Jesca Hoop goes a minimalist route and Noveller gives us some semi-ambient soundscapes. It’s quite a week for new music.

Katherine Jackson’s nephew denies abuse claims

The 86-year-old matriarch – the mother of the late Michael Jackson and his famous siblings including Janet, Jermaine and La Toya Jackson – recently obtained a restraining order against “abusive con-man” Trent Lamar Jackson but he insists that he has done nothing wrong. Trent, 52, says he has not been served with a restraining order and is still living in Katherine’s Calabasas, California, home.

Adele sweeps Grammys with 5

The British pop sensation won five Grammys, including Record of the Year and Song of the Year for “Hello,” as well as Album of the Year for “25” at the 59th annual awards on Sunday in Los Angeles. It was a near repeat of her 2012 feat when she won six Grammys for her smash album “21,” making her the first artist ever to sweep the top three categories twice.

Adele

At Sunday’s 59th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, the air felt sticky with deja vu. A boffo-selling soothsayer, Adele, had been pitted against a superstar-turned-agitator, BeyoncA , for the night’s heaviest prizes: song, record and album of the year.

Katy Perry swears on screen

The ‘Chained to the Rhythm’ singer slipped up after getting carried away while discussing her upcoming new album on Sunday , prompting her to joke she’ll never be invited back to the prestigious ceremony. Speaking to Ryan Seacrest, she said: “[The album has] got a wide range of feelings and emotions.

The Parade Preview: What to Watch, Rent or Buy Feb. 13 – Feb. 19

MONDAY, Feb. 13 Humans The eight-episode second season picks up several months after the events of the first, with Niska still at large and in possession of the consciousness code, as a new emerging form of intelligent life – the synths – and an already established one – humanity – fight for their places in the world. Carrie-Anne Moss joins the cast as Dr. Athena Morrow, a leading artificial intelligence expert driven by her own motives to create a new kind of machine consciousness .

Blue Ivy Carter had the best time meeting stars at the Grammys

BeyoncA and Jay Z’s daughter Blue Ivy Carter met a whole host of A-listers at the 2017 Grammys – the 5-year-old was introduced to James Corden, Nick Jonas and more Beyonc and Jay Z ‘s daughter Blue Ivy Carter had the best night ever at the 2017 Grammys ! All eyes were on the adorable five-year-old, who had her fair share of scene-stealing moments. Little Blue turned heads, jumping up and down, cheering for her mum as Beyonc sang her heart out.

The Latest: Adele sweeps record, album of year Grammy honors

FEBRUARY 12: Recording artist Beyonce performs onstage during The 59th GRAMMY Awards at STAPLES Center on February 12, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. less LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 12: Recording artist Beyonce performs onstage during The 59th GRAMMY Awards at STAPLES Center on February 12, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.

Mary J. Blige, Chance, Neil Diamond shine at pre-Grammy gala

“I look happy, somewhat, but I’m going through some horrible stuff right now,” said Blige, who was about to perform in tribute to Saturday night’s honoree, BET Networks President Debra Lee. Driven by her emotions, the R&B star went out to sing rousing renditions of “Thick of It” and “No More Drama” as the audience watched in awe.

Adele and Beyonce battle for Grammy gongs

Adele is up for five gongs, including album of the year for 25 and record and song of the year for her smash-hit single Hello The music superstars are nominated for three of the most coveted awards – album, record and song of the year – at the star-studded ceremony in Los Angeles on Sunday. Beyonce, who is set to make her first public appearance since announcing she is pregnant with twins, leads the way with nine nominations following the release of her celebrated visual album Lemonade.

Beyonce leads NAACP image awards with five early victories

On Saturday, the 35-year-old was in the early lead at Saturday’s 48th annual NAACP Image Awards with five honors from the annual proceedings. The Formation singer’s stellar start kicked off Friday at a gala in which 45 winners were announced, as organizers are holding back nine more winners for the live broadcast on TV One.

Drake shuts down reports he asked a Muslim woman to remove hijab

The rapper shut down “fake” media reports that he told a Muslim woman to take off her hijab at one of his concerts – an alleged incident that led some of his fans to initiate a boycott this week. “I make a point every night to end my shows on tones of unity and love so, to find out that I am being utilized in a fake media story about me disrespecting Muslims is devastating to me,” the “Headlines” singer wrote on Instagram Friday.

American Idol Revival Pondered by NBC

… would air between June and September,” Adalian continued. “‘Idol’ was axed for a reason,” Hibberd wrote for Entertainment Weekly. “The series was expensive due to its ambitious format of nationwide auditions, live results shows, multiple episodes …

Macklemore, Imagine Dragons, Skrillex to Headline ACLU Concert

The fundraiser, held April 3 at the Staples Center in L.A., was organized by Russian-born immigrant Zedd in reaction to Trump’s travel ban. Outrage over President Donald Trump’s travel ban has prompted a spring fundraising concert for the American Civil Liberties Union that will feature a diverse lineup, including Macklemore, Imagine Dragons, Incubus, Miguel and Skrillex.

John Legend encouraging infertile couples to try IVF

The 38-year-old singer and his wife Chrissy Teigen conceived their nine-month-old daughter Luna through In-Vitro Fertilisation – where eggs are collected and fertilised in a lab – and the ‘All of Me’ hitmaker has urged other couples who are having “fertility issues” to try the procedure for themselves. He said: “There are some who look down on people that have fertility issues and need to use IVF.

Ciara: I’ve ’embraced’ my insecurities

The 31-year-old singer has admitted that at a younger age she never wanted to be “expressive” because she was “worried” what people might say, but says as she has gotten older she’s come to terms with the “unique things” that make her who she is. She told Glamour magazine: “Flaws are embraced rather than frowned upon.

Will.i.am felt uncomfortable stripping down for Madame Tussauds waxwork

The 41-year-old singer has admitted he “didn’t like” posing for the mock version of him, which will be showcased at the popular London attraction, because he had to ditch his stylish ensemble to adorn just his pants and a pair of tights. Speaking on the UK breakfast show ‘Good Morning Britain’ on Friday , the ‘Scream & Shout’ hitmaker said: “I wasn’t clothed doing this.

Adele-vs.-Beyonce: The Grammy race is on

… Superdome on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016, in New Orleans. (Photo by Daniela Vesco/Invision for Parkwood Entertainment/AP Images) FILE – In this Feb. 15, 2016, file photo, Adele performs at the 58th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. A video posted by …

Katy Perry Debuts New Single ‘Chained to the Rhythm’ With Bizarre Lyric Video

After hinting at it for several days, Katy Perry has given fans some new music, and a surreal lyric video to go along with it. The catchy, sonically up-beat synth-pop single “Chained to the Rhythm,” featuring Bob Marley’s grandson, Skip Marley, was released late Thursday evening and came with a lyric video that plays off the viral trend of people cooking tiny meals in miniature homes.

Beyonce faces $20M copyright suit from YouTube star’s estate

The estate of a late New Orleans YouTube star has filed a $20 million copyright infringement lawsuit against Beyonce over the use of his voice in her song “Formation.” The estate of Anthony Barre, who went by the name Messy Mya on YouTube, claims in the lawsuit filed in New Orleans federal court Monday that Barre’s voice is featured in the introduction to “Formation.”

Paris Jackson splits from boyfriend

The 18-year-old actress – who is the daughter of the late Michael Jackson – has ended her romance with Michael Snoddy after almost a year of dating in order to focus on her role in Lee Daniels’ new TV show ‘Star’. However, the insider admits they wouldn’t be surprised if the former couple – who recently enjoyed a romantic break in Paris, France – get back together in the future.

Lady Gaga Graces the Front Row at a Fashion Show After Her Epic Super Bowl Gig

Lady Gaga popped up in the front row of Tommy Hilfiger’s Spring 2017 runway show in LA on Wednesday night. The “Million Reasons” singer, who made headlines with her amazing Super Bowl halftime show performance earlier in the week, stunned in a sequin-covered ensemble and bold brow makeup and posed for photos with Yolanda Hadid, whose model daughters Gigi and Bella stomped the runway.

Lady Gaga Lands Dream Judging Gig On RuPaul’s Drag Race

Lady Gaga has scored her dream TV gig as a guest judge on hit U.S. reality show Rupaul’s Drag Race. The Poker Face hitmaker, who has long been an outspoken supporter of gay rights, took to Twitter on Tuesday to announce the news, revealing she will feature in the upcoming opening episode of season nine, which will air in March.

Kylie vs. Kylie: Jenner loses bid to trademark name

The singer’s representatives had dismissed Jenner as a ‘secondary reality television star’ in their bid to stop her from trademarking the name ‘Kylie’ in the U.S. Update, Feb. 7, 2017: The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office recently handed Australian pop singer Kylie Minogue a victory when it rejected Kylie Jenner’s application to trademark the name “Kylie.” More specifically, Australian pop singer Kylie Minogue wants to block Kylie Jenner’s application to trademark the name “Kylie” for advertising and entertainment purposes in the U.S. KBD, an Australian firm that represents Minogue, last week filed an opposition to Jenner’s trademark bid.

‘Grey’s Anatomy’ recreates Bey’s pregnancy photo shoot

Washington D.C. , Feb. 5 : While the world is still going gaga over Beyonce’s artistic photo with her big baby bump, many people went ahead to parody the pic and now hit tv show ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ has joined the run. Ellen Pompeo, who will make her directorial debut by helming an episode of the show, teamed up with her co-star Camilla Luddington to spoof the singer’s maternity photo shoot, reports E! Online.

‘Grey’s Anatomy’ recreates Bey’s pregnancy photo shoot

Washington D.C. , Feb. 5 : While the world is still going gaga over Beyonce’s artistic photo with her big baby bump, many people went ahead to parody the pic and now hit tv show ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ has joined the run. Ellen Pompeo, who will make her directorial debut by helming an episode of the show, teamed up with her co-star Camilla Luddington to spoof the singer’s maternity photo shoot, reports E! Online.

Alessia Cara Wows With Flawless Performance Of ‘Scars To Your Beautiful’

Alessia Cara showcased her powerhouse vocals on ‘Saturday Night Live,’ nailing her stellar performance of ‘Scars To Your Beautiful’ and ‘River Of Tears.’ Even though it was her first time gracing on the hit comedy series on Feb. 4, she commanded the stage like a total pro! Check it out! Alessia Cara , 20, made her highly anticipated appearance on Saturday Night Live for the Feb. 4 episode, knocking it out of the park with her spellbinding performance.

Actress ‘blamed’ for Kylie split

Marta Milans reportedly became close to Joshua Sasse while filming the TV show, No Tomorrow. Picture: Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Entertainment Weekly SPANISH actress Marta Milans is about to become a little more famous – but not because of her recent television work.

Listen to Ariana Grande and John Legenda s a Beauty and the Beasta theme

The duo have covered Celine Dion’s theme from the 1991 animated version of the beloved children’s fairy tale Ariana Grande and John Legend ‘s theme song for the upcoming Beauty and the Beast film has been released – listen to the self-titled song below. A live action adaptation of Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont’s famed fairy tale will hit cinemas on March 17, starring Emma Watson as Belle and Dan Stevens as the eponymous Beast.

Beyonce ‘to perform at the Grammys’ after twins pregnancy announcement

Mathew Knowles said he was “shocked” to hear the pop star’s pregnancy news and only found out after she made the announcement to her 93 million Instagram followers. Beyonce gained huge publicity when she revealed she was pregnant with twins, and is now set to sing at the Grammys In an interview with US television show The Insider, Knowles said he had since spoken to the Singles Ladies singer and they had shared a “wonderful daughter-dad conversation”.

Shakira, Christie Brinkley: Today’s celebrity birthdays list

Birthday wishes go out to singer Shakira and model Christie Brinkley. Shakira celebrates her 40th birthday today while Brinkley turns 63. Comedian Tom Smothers is 80. Singer Graham Nash is 75. Actor Bo Hopkins is 73. Singer Howard Bellamy of the Bellamy Brothers is 71. Actor Brent Spiner is 68. Bassist Ross Valory of Journey is 68. Actor Michael T. Weiss is 55. Comedian Adam Ferrara is 51. Bassist Robert DeLeo of Stone Temple Pilots is 51. Actress Jennifer Westfeldt is 47. Actress Marissa Jaret Winokur is 44. Actress Zosia Mamet is 29.

Britney Spears suffers wardrobe malfunction in Las Vegas

Elite California school forced to cancel speech by right-wing firebrand Milo Yiannopoulos as students shoot fireworks at cops, tear down barricades and set the campus ablaze in protest Former US serviceman who shot and killed a Denver transit officer was a ‘radical Muslim who had jihadist material in his backpack’ and had recently been kicked out of a mosque Emma Stone’s personal trainer reveals how YOU can get her toned abs, arms and legs – with these simple tips Pair arrested in London over crippling cyber attack on Washington DC’s CCTV network just days before Trump was sworn in as president F-16 jet pilot accidentally kills civilian and injures Air Force service member by releasing munitions during training exercise on New Mexico military range Mother-of-one teacher, 28, at school for children with behavior problems ‘had an eight-month affair with a student, 16, and said she was her … (more)

The Chainsmokers announce San Antonio concert date

The Chainsmokers, the Grammy-nominated duo behind one of 2016’s biggest hits, will play Freeman Coliseum on May 11. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday at ticketmaster.com and attcenter.com and by phone at 800-745-3000. When announcing the tour dates, the group — DJs Drew Taggart and Alex Pall — also revealed that they will be releasing their debut album on Columbia Records and dropped a new single, “Paris.”

SAG Awards 2017 highlights

Julia Louis-Dreyfus during The 23rd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on January 29, 2017 in Los Angeles. Julia Louis-Dreyfus accepts Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series for ‘Veep’ onstage during The 23rd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on January 29, 2017 in Los Angeles.

Donald Trump: ‘Madonna is disgusting’

U.S. leader Donald Trump has fired off at Madonna for revealing she thought about blowing up the White House after he was elected President in November . The pop superstar upset a lot of people with her stirring expletive-laden speech at the anti-Trump Women’s March in Washington, D.C. on Saturday , during which she admitted she was very upset about Trump’s victory.

Donald Trump: ‘Madonna is disgusting’

U.S. leader Donald Trump has fired off at Madonna for revealing she thought about blowing up the White House after he was elected President in November . The pop superstar upset a lot of people with her stirring expletive-laden speech at the anti-Trump Women’s March in Washington, D.C. on Saturday , during which she admitted she was very upset about Trump’s victory.

The sounds of 1987This was a big year for big albumsWhispering Jack…

Penned by Brill Building legends Gerry Goffin and Carole King, The Loco-motion topped the US charts in 1962 for Little Eva and again 12 years later for, aptly, Grand Funk Railroad. While it wasn’t a brand new dance, the train-themed hit fast-tracked the pop career of Kylie Minogue, after she performed the song at an AFL charity event with her Neighbours cast mates.

Arlene Phillips is invited BACK to front up a new show

President Trump is joined on stage by Melania and the new First Family as they sing and dance to ‘My Way’ at the inaugural balls Melania, Ivanka and Tiffany Trump all dazzle in their inaugural ball gowns – as it’s revealed the First Lady helped design her ivory off-shoulder dress Trump gets to work: Donald enters the Oval Office for the first time as President and immediately signs executive order marking the beginning of the end of Obamacare Trump singer missing his cue, leather-clad Irish dancers and the Piano Guys trolling Hillary Clinton by playing her campaign song: The awkward moments that filled the inaugural balls ‘Barron will be this country’s first homeschool shooter’: Calls for SNL writer to be fired over ‘tasteless’ tweet targeting Trump’s youngest son Notorious white supremacist Richard Spencer is sucker-punched in the face by a masked protester in Washington during a TV … (more)

Give Me Future’ Sundance Review: Major Lazer Rocks Havana

Sundance 2017: A celebration of the unifying power of art and music, this is that rarest of creations – the feel-good documentary It’s no less true for being a clich: art has the power to bring people together. And that power is at the center of the joyous “Give Me Future,” a film about electronic-dance wizards Major Lazer bringing their act to Havana, Cuba.

VIDEO: Idina Menzel Reveals Who She Would Cast as ‘Elphaba’ in WICKED Movie

Broadway’s Idina Menzel stopped by last night’s WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE and was asked by host Andy Cohen which actress she would want cast as her “Wicked” Broadway character Elphaba in the movie version. Find out her answer in the clip below and click here for more video from last night’s appearance! Idina Menzel will star in the reboot of the classic 1988 film BEACHES, airing on Lifetime on January 21 at 8/7c.

Get Back! Sir Paul sues for Beatles’ songs

Paul McCartney filed a lawsuit against Sony/ATV Music Publishing on Wednesday in an attempt to regain the rights to a long list of Beatles hits he either wrote or co-wrote with John Lennon. Songs such as “Yesterday,” “I Want to Hold Your Hand” and a slew of other Beatles hits are subject to the suit, according to court documents.

Paul McCartney sues Sony/ATV in bid for Beatles hits

Paul McCartney sues Sony/ATV in bid for Beatles hits McCartney filed a suit in federal court in Manhattan on Wednesday over copyrights Michael Jackson bought in 1985 Check out this story on detroitnews.com: http://detne.ws/2k1Yg7Q Paul McCartney filed a lawsuit in federal court in New York on Wednesday, against Sony/ATV over copyright ownership of the many hit songs he wrote with John Lennon as part of The Beatles. He’s trying to recover ownership of the music that was purchased by Michael Jackson in 1985 and then fully sold over to Sony/ATV following his death.

Nick Cannon: ‘Mariah Carey got flustered during New Year’s Eve disaster’

Mariah Carey’s ex-husband Nick Cannon could see the singer was getting “flustered” during her disastrous performance on New Year’s Eve. The Hero singer was the headline act for the Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest show in New York’s Times Square, but her set quickly went downhill when her in-ear monitors failed and left the star awkwardly dance onstage as a backing track played behind her.

Nick Cannon: ‘Mariah Carey got flustered during New Year’s Eve disaster’

Mariah Carey’s ex-husband Nick Cannon could see the singer was getting “flustered” during her disastrous performance on New Year’s Eve. The Hero singer was the headline act for the Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest show in New York’s Times Square, but her set quickly went downhill when her in-ear monitors failed and left the star awkwardly dance onstage as a backing track played behind her.

The 10 Best Inaugural Performances of All Time

US President Barack Obama dances with his wife and First Lady Michelle Obama as Beyonce sings “At Last” during the first Inaugural Ball on January 20, 2009 in Washington, DC. The list of performers set for President-elect Donald Trump’s Jan. 20 inauguration – including country performer Toby Keith and rock band 3 Doors Down – has left some people nostalgic for past celebrations that featured the entertainment world’s brightest stars.

Ariana Grande and John Legend to Perform Beauty and the Beast Title Track

Grammy -nominated and multi-platinum selling artist Ariana Grande and 10-time Grammy, Oscar -winning and multi-platinum selling singer/songwriter/ musician John Legend are set to perform the Oscar and Grammy-winning duet “Beauty and the Beast” as the title track for Disney’s upcoming soundtrack to the live-action film adaptation Beauty and the Beast . The song will also be featured in the film.

Selena Gomez & David Henrie Reunite & Tease A…

This is absolutely amazing! Former co-stars Selena Gomez and David Henrie were hanging out on Jan. 7 and got to talking about the absolute best idea for a ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ reunion. Get all the details here! While lounging around eating some food and drinking what appears to be wine with a few friends, Selena Gomez , 24, took to Instagram to post her very first Instagram story, starring her and former Wizards of Waverly Place co-star, David Henrie , 27. In the story she and David lay out plans for what would be the most EPIC reunion of any Disney Channel show, ever.

Inside the Obamas’ farewell bash

In his weekly address, U.S. President Barack Obama discusses the points he will touch on in his upcoming farewell address to the nation. John Legend, Chrissy Teigen, DJ Cassidy, and Jerry and Jessica Seinfeld partied at the White House to farewell the Obamas.

Mariah Carey’s manager blasts Tommy Mottola

After Tommy blamed Mariah’s disastrous performance on the live TV event ‘Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest’ on her team, Stella Bulochnikov hit back in a furious tirade. She fumed to E! News: “I’m sure he’s jealous because Mariah Carey is conquering every single medium despite him… So I’m sure Tommy Mottola can’t handle it.

Sean Paul rocks both sides of the Atlantic

Sean Paul has started 2017 on a high across the Atlantic as Rockabye , the Clean Bandit single on which he is featured along with Anne-Marie, is sitting atop Billboard’s official UK singles chart. The American publication’s listing is for the week ending January 14. It is also on top of the ranking of songs in Germany and sixth in France, the same position it held last week.

Extra credit: Hits get added writers as lawsuits loom

In this June 30, 2013 file photo, Pharrell Williams, left, and Robin Thicke perform onstage at the BET Awards at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles. More and more, contemporary artists are giving credit to past songs in the wake of the infamous “Blurred Lines” case, where Thicke and Williams were ordered to pay $5.3 million to Marvin Gaye’s children in a copyright dispute.

Ryan Seacrest: Mariah Carey’s NYE show was ‘unfortunate’

The 46-year-old singer was performing in Times Square, New York, on Saturday as part of ‘Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest’ when she was plagued with technical difficulties that caused her to storm off stage but the 42-year-old presenter – who has hosted the spectacular since 2006 – insists the situation could have happened to anyone because working on live TV is so “complicated”. He said: “I’m just catching up on all this, but there’s been a lot reported about the performance in Times Square for Mariah.

The best-selling British debut album of 2016 revealed a ” and it might surprise you

The best-selling British debut album of 2016 has been revealed, with the shock result of Bradley Walsh outselling the likes of Blossoms, Zayn Malik and Jack Garratt. The former footballer turned comedian, singer, actor, TV presenter and star of ‘The Chase’ and ‘Coronation Street’ released the only debut album to reach gold status and sell more than 100,000 copies in 2016.

Kylie Jenner named on list of most influential under-30s

Reality TV star Kylie Jenner and Hollywood actresses Margot Robbie and Hilary Duff have been named among the most influential personalities under the age of 30. The three are part of a 600-strong 30 Under 30 list assembled by US magazine Forbes which recognises young leaders across 20 different categories including music, film, business and technology. As well as starring in Keeping Up With The Kardashians, 19-year-old Kylie has her own cosmetics range and is the second-highest earner in her celebrity-filled family behind half-sister Kim Kardashian.

Drake tops the best-dressed poll – while Orlando Bloom’s best undressed

Canadian rapper Drake, rumoured to be in a relationship with singer Jennifer Lopez, pipped last year’s British winner Eddie Redmayne to the top of the chart, compiled by GQ magazine. The Night Manager star Tom Hiddleston , TV host James Corden and Sherlock actor Benedict Cumberbatch also make the top 10. Those who missed out on the top 10 include Poldark star Aidan Turner , singers Pharrell Williams and Zayn Malik and London Mayor Sadiq Khan .

Two Sydney teens charged with rape of woman in Sydney apartment block

Pictured: Two teens charged with the rape of an 18-year-old woman during a New Year’s Eve party at a Sydney apartment block These are the two people accused of the rape of a 18-year-old girl at a New Year’s Eve party in a Sydney apartment block. Norman Massimino, 18, and Beshoi Butros, 18, and a boy, 17, were each charged with the aggressive sexual assault of an 18-year-old woman between 10pm and 2.40am on New Year’s Eve.

Mariah Carey botches NYE performance, leaves stage

Mariah Carey botches NYE performance, leaves stage ‘Technical difficulties’ left the diva unable to properly lip-sync, so she quit the stage. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2hGO6em Mariah Carey performs during Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve in Times Square on Dec.31, 2016 in New York City.

Mariah Carey Suffers New Year’s Eve Lip Sync Fail

Mariah Carey performs at the New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in New York. When Ryan Seacrest called Mariah Carey’s name on “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” Saturday night, the crowd went wild for her highly anticipated performance.

Mariah Carey botches New Year’s Eve bash at Times Square

Mariah Carey floundered during her New Year’s Eve performance, lip syncing her biggest hits and blaming a laundry list of technical malfunctions before the ball dropped at Times Square. Her team of male dancers carried on with their routine moving around the 46-year-old pop star in a glittering nude leotard with fishnet stockings.

Run-DMC Sues Wal-Mart, Amazon for $50 Million

Run-DMC filed a $50 million lawsuit in New York accusing Wal-Mart, Amazon, Jet and other retailers of selling products that traded on the rap group’s name without permission. A founder of the group and owner of the Run-DMC brand, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, was listed as the plaintiff in the lawsuit, which was filed Thursday in the Southern District of New York.

LeAnn Rimes jets out of LAX with husband Eddie Cibrian

Flying high! LeAnn Rimes teases her ample cleavage in plunging sheer white blouse as she jets out of LAX with husband Eddie Cibrian So it’s no wonder LeAnn Rimes, 34, and husband Eddie Cibrian, 43, looked the picture of wedded bliss as they jetted out of LAX once again on Wednesday in coordinating looks for their flight. The country crooner hid her infamous gym-honed figure under a sheer white crepe blouse that daringly plunged to tease at her ample cleavage.

DFW dance groups were en pointe in 2016

Leticia Oliveira and Jiyan Dai dance as the Texas Ballet Theater performs “Carmen’ in a September dress reheasal at the Winspear Opera House in Dallas. That’s still the consensus , but this year, Texas Ballet Theater was more interesting than it has been in about a decade – due to more mixed repertory programs and commissions by established and up-and-coming choreographers.

Martin Kemp rejoins Birds Of A Feather flock for Christmas special

The Spandau Ballet star was one of man-eater Dorien’s conquests earlier this year in an episode where she was seen in a clinch with his character Vince in the back of a hearse. Martin is back for the comedy’s Christmas special, popping up as a bar owner in Morocco where the Birds have flown to in hopes of tracking down Tracey’s son Travis , who has gone missing on his gap year.

Top Picks: Jennifer Hudson on ‘Hairspray Live!,’ ‘Florence Foster Jenkins,’ and more

If you missed NBC’s latest live musical, “Hairspray Live!,” earlier this month, you can still check out one of the production’s best moments: Academy Award-winning actress and singer Jennifer Hudson taking on the song “I Know Where I’ve Been,” a performance that was widely viewed as a highlight of the broadcast. Hudson’s song can be seen on NBC’s YouTube channel at http://bit.ly/jhudsonhairspray .

Justin Bieber Is Facing Legal Issues In Argentina Over Assault Case

Is it too late now to say sorry? Justin Bieber has remained relatively drama-free through 2016. Sure, he’s blown up at some noisy fans at his concerts and deactivated his Instagram, but compared to the egg-throwing , bucket-peeing , monkey-abandoning antics that we’ve come to expect from Justin Bieber in the past, this year has been incredibly tame.

Rihanna, here at the Billboard Music Awards in May,

Our take: The 10 best songs of 2016 Which songs captivated the USA TODAY music team this year. Check out this story on thetimesherald.com: http://usat.ly/2iaQKe2 Which songs captivated critics in 2016? USA TODAY’s Maeve McDermott and Patrick Ryan share their 10 best tracks of the year, from mega-hits to more obscure favorites.

Here’s what Chic’s Nile Rodgers Said About the Rock and Roll Hall of…

Chic’s Nile Rodgers , the producer behind Madonna’s “Like a Virgin” and David Bowie’s “Let’s Dance,” will be receiving an award for musical excellence. His prize raises a big question Westword spoke with him about it in February: Why, after eleven nominations, has the disco sensation Chic still not been inducted? …thinking about the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame brings a smile to my face, because if people knew me – and a lot of people at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame know me – they’d know I don’t make music for awards.

Where culture went in 2016, Beyonce went

The most famous American pop musician who sold out stadiums and single-handedly made the Super Bowl halftime show essential viewing? Or a defiant polemicist who placed black women’s emotional lives in the middle of the most radical LP of the year? Or a Southern artist and country-music lover whose hope for a Hillary Clinton presidency was nonetheless rejected by just enough voters at the ballot box? In 2016, Beyonce was everywhere: music, film, sports, politics, life. But was her album “Lemonade” a glimpse at the inevitable future of a changing America or a sign of how much pain and struggle is still to come? One remarkable aspect of “Lemonade” is how its meaning has grown and deepened over the course of a very difficult year.

Biggest celebrity social media mistakes of 2016

Social media can be a celebrity’s best frienda or worst enemy. In 2016, plenty of stars had social media mess ups, but here are seven that made headlines: In the wake of the Orlando massacre, Madonna tried to show her support but her effort left some fans feeling offended.

Chance celebrates Obama’s last Christmas in office on ‘SNL’

Hip-hop star Chance the Rapper made sure to hit a high note on the final Christmas before Donald Trump’s presidency. The Chicago-born artist starred in a musical sketch on “Saturday Night Live” celebrating the last Dec. 25 of President Obama’s eight years in office, teaming up with cast member Kenan Thompson in a parody of the Run-DMC holiday hit “Christmas in Hollis.”

5Chance the Rapper bids goodbye to Obama on SNL with a Run-DMC parody

Not only did the Grammy-nominated artist serve as musical guest for the NBC show’s midseason finale, but he appeared in a sketch about a low-budget Christmas play and starred in “Jingle Barack,” a parody of Run-DMC’s 1987 classic ” Christmas in Hollis .” Along with cast member Kenan Thompson, the pair raps about “the last Christmas with Barack still here” and all the things to do before President-elect Donald Trump takes office: “Imma hurt myself before we lose Obamacare;” put “birth control under the tree;” and “go nuts before the North Pole disappears.”

Today’s celebrity birthdays: Katie Holmes, Christina Aguilera

Actor Roger Smith is 84. Blues guitarist Lonnie Brooks is 83. Guitarist Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones is 73. Director Steven Spielberg is 70. Movie critic Leonard Maltin is 66. Guitarist Elliot Easton of The Cars is 63. Actor Ray Liotta is 61. Singer Angie Stone is 55. Actor Brad Pitt is 53. Wrestler-actor Stone Cold Steve Austin is 52. Actor Shawn Christian is 51. Actress Rachel Griffiths is 48. Country singer Cowboy Troy is 46. Rapper DMX is 46. DJ Lethal of Limp Bizkit is 44. Singer Sia is 41. Country singer Randy Houser is 40. Actor Josh Dallas is 38. Actress Katie Holmes is 38. Singer Christina Aguilera is 36. Actress Ashley Benson is 27.