At the 2018 American Music Awards , the Queen of Soul got a more than fitting tribute. Old friends such as Gladys Knight took the stage alongside Ledisi , Mary Mary, Donnie McClurkin , CeCe Winans and musical director Rickey Minor took the stage to take the Los Angeles crowd to church on Tuesday night. Knight entered following a video tribute to Franklin honoring her history with the American Music Awards before Knight herself gave a stirring rendition of “Amazing Grace.” Ledisi, Mary Mary, McClurkin, Winans and Minor joined in on a tribute to Amazing Grace , Franklin’s 1972 gospel album which to this day remains the highest selling gospel album of all-time. RELATED: From Al Sharpton To Barack Obama: Here’s How Aretha Franklin Was Celebrated At Her Funeral RELATED: Thousands Of Fans Pay Their Respects To Aretha Franklin In Detroit https://twitter.com/Jaksox/status/1049857718889136128?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw “I am so very honored to have known her since we were both little girls,” Knight said. “The fact that her music has been so pure for all of these years — she touched everybody with her music simply because she chose it with her heart, she didn’t choose anything she didn’t believe. “I’m the same way in the industry, so we had those things in common, as well,” she added. “She deserves this recognition, this tribute, all of these things for being around for this long.” Franklin died from pancreatic cancer on August 19. She was 76. She won six American Music Awards throughout her career and hosted the awards twice, in 1976 and 1983. Join Our Text Club To Get The Latest Music, Entertainment, Contests And Breaking News On Your Phone
Source: Kevin Mazur/AMA2018 / Getty The 2018 American Music Awards are a wrap and aside from Cardi B winning Best Rap Artist, the biggest surprise of the night came with late rapper XXXTentacion winning the award for Best Soul/R&B Album. His mother, Cleopatra Bernard accepted the award on his behalf. “I’m so nervous, you guys,” Bernard admitted upon reaching the stage. “I am honored to accept this award on behalf of my son.I would like to thank the AMAs, his fans, and to everyone who made this possible. Thank you guys so much, I appreciate it.” She then left the stage visibly choked up by the moment. RELATED: Late Rapper XXXTentacion Wins “Best New Artist” At 2018 BET Hip Hop Awards RELATED: Four Men Are Indicted For The Murder Of XXXTentacion #AMAs : XXXTentacion's mother Cleopatra Bernard accepts award on his behalf pic.twitter.com/vR6kgT0MRV — Hollywood Reporter (@THR) October 10, 2018 On Twitter, the reaction was met with interesting reactions. Not to X winning but rather X’s 17 album being in the Best Soul/R&B category against SZA ‘s CTRL and Khalid ‘s American Teen . XXXTentacion wins best R&B/Soul and Drake is listed as Pop/Rock #AMAs pic.twitter.com/KEQ294DxdK — Lil Libra (@jbwshh) October 10, 2018 The rapper, born Jahseh Onfroy was shot and killed this summer in a robbery attempt in Miami. Join Our Text Club To Get The Latest Music, Entertainment, Contests And Breaking News On Your Phone
Source: GRIFF TAPPER / Getty As the holiday season rapidly approaches, it’s pretty normal that people start to contemplate the year ahead of them, and the one they’re leaving behind. For millennials especially, this time of year always sparks the nostalgia of getting ready to head back to school when you were younger or preparing your Halloween costume to go trick or treating with your friends in the neighborhood. But sorry Gen Y’ers —we’re getting old. Not that it’s a bad thing, but we’re no longer the cool, young kids that big brands market to or the ones on social media kicking off all the latest dance crazes. Now you’re the one on Youtube wondering “how do these kids even come up with this?” Generation Z slowly crept their way into taking over society. Whether it be through they’re unorthodox sound in music and pushing out tons of original content, or using the power of social media to create a brand for themselves before some of them even really knew what it mean to be a brand. According to Vision Critical , “As the first true digital natives, Gen Z basically grew up with YouTube. That has an impact on how they view celebrities and who they consider to be influential. In fact, according to an infographic from Dana Communications, an overwhelming majority (67 percent) of Gen Zers prefer to see real people in ads, whereas only 37 percent of Millennials feel the same.” But don’t go throwing the rest of your 20’s away just yet. There are many perks to aging out of the youngin’ party. You get to tell younger people “You don’t know nothing about this” when a oldie but goodie comes on. And instead of spending money to flex on social media for people you don’t like anyway, you invest it in to something meaningful — like home decor. One Twitter user tweeted , “Know im getting old man headed to home decor stores comparing prices and sh*t. interior decorating a** n***a.” Another wrote , “I know I’m getting old cause I ordered a chair on amazon and im geekin for it to get here next week!!!!!!…..It’s a f**kin chair.” Becoming an adult happens so quickly that you don’t usually realized you’re aging out of the young crowd until there’s a new hot trend that you either have no clue about, no clue how to do or no interest in learning. Like the new dance crazes for example. All the little dances these kids do now I can’t keep up! I told my daughter to floss (her teeth) and she said “ok Mommy” and started to floss (the dance) — Shannon Toon (@Gumibear3113) September 1, 2018 So are you aging out of young and cool, or are you still keeping up with kids? Take the quiz below to find out. via GIPHY
Black Hollywood is putting in that work right now. If it were a person, Black Hollywood would have clear skin, an immaculate hairline, edges to die for and a shoe game worthy of its own show on Complex. The future is bright. Black stars from the 99s and 2000s are becoming bosses, moving from in front of the camera to behind the camera. Gabrielle Union’s production company just secured the rights to the next big YA novel turned movie 500 Words Or Less. Kevin Hart just produced his first movie, Night School, which opened at number 1 at the box offices. With all this success and transitioning, who are the stars of tomorrow? Well, if the next crop of actors and actresses are a sign of the future, the kids of Black Hollywood will be alright. We have a bunch of super talented actors, who are getting all the roles, Brian Tyree Henry, Chadwick Boseman, Lupita N’yongo, Tiffany Haddish and more, but who’s next? Here is a list of 6 actors you need to put on your radar right now. They are the future. Source: Jaime Espinoza/WENN.com / WENN Jonathan Majors – Whether playing a tough guy gangster from Detroit in the 80s or a badass American soldier in 1892, Jonathan Majors has a lot of range. Most recently you saw him pull off a stellar performance in White Boy Rick as Johnny “Lil Man” Curry. He was so good in that role that you wouldn’t have even noticed he played a soldier in the movie Hostiles . He transforms into characters. Now, he is about to get his break alongside Jurnee Smollett Bell in HBO’s Lovecraft Country produced by Jordan Peele for HBO. So take advice from me get familiar now.
S peculation was abounding over the next job move for President Trump ’s United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley after her surprising resignation announcement Tuesday morning. See Also : UN Report Calls Out Trump’s Harmful Policies On The Poor Trump and Haley held what appeared to be a hastily arranged press meeting in the White House to announce her departure from the post at the end of the year, the Washington Post reported. Haley said she needed a break after serving six years as South Carolina governor and two years at the United Nations. President Trump and U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley will meet in the Oval Office amid reports that she is resigning https://t.co/osqwp8sQPU — Washington Post (@washingtonpost) October 9, 2018 Haley was born in Bamberg, South Carolina, to immigrant parents from India. The 46-year-old, whose birth name is Nimrata Randhawa, was appointed to serve at the United Nations even though she had no experience working in international relations. She holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Clemson University. Before becoming governor, Haley served in the South Carolina House of Representatives from 2005 to 2011. Where does she go now after her U.N. gig? Haley has already ruled out a 2020 presidential run. And she’s unlikely to challenge South Carolina’s Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham for his seat, according to The State . “I look forward to supporting the president in the next election,” she said at the press meeting, leaving the door open to perhaps a fulltime position with Trump’s re-election campaign. There was also many job opportunities in the White House, such as replacing White House Chief of Staff John Kelly . If that job doesn’t interest Haley, she could take over whatever projects Ivanka Trump has been working on in the White House. They would, in essence, replace each other—with Ivanka going to the United Nations. Haley has already penned one book, titled Can’t Is Not An Option . She may be planning to write another book—one that could pave the way for a 2024 presidential run. If she’s leaving her post under negative circumstances, there’s also the possibility of a tell all book about the Trump administration. While there’s doubt about Haley competing for Graham’s senate seat, she get appointed to the Senate if Trump decides to make Graham his next attorney general. @maddow could Nikki Haley be appointed as senator for Lindsey Graham, if he is to become the next Attorney General? — Christina (@ChristinaFavs) October 9, 2018 There’s also speculation that Trump wants Haley on his 2020 ticket as her vice president. It's pretty obvious why @nikkihaley resigned today. Not sure why no one has pointed it out yet including @realDonaldTrump . #TrumpHaley2020 Sorry Mike Pence. Maybe next time. — Jay Mcfarland (@JayMcfarland) October 9, 2018 Maybe she will do nothing and just retire The night she won the GOP nod for governor in 2010 @Campaign_Carl , then with @FoxNews , asked me “What's next?” I replied, “Celebrate the win tonight, get some rest, and figure out the rest tomorrow.” Let the woman enjoy some peace and quiet after 8 years of hard, successful work. — Zach Pippin (@zachpippin) October 9, 2018 With her new overseas connections and access to the administration, there’s a possibility that Haley may decided to earn big bucks as a lobbyist. And of course, there’s probably a seat waiting for her at Fox News as a commentator. The possibilities seem endless. SEE ALSO: Meet Kim Jackson, Brett Kavanaugh’s Black Supreme Court Law Clerk The Sunken Place Unites! Ben Carson, Candace Owens And Stacey Dash Speaking At A ‘Black Leadership Summit’ [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3829976″ overlay=”true”]
Source: Greg Doherty / Getty Nobody’s perfect and that’s something we are all well aware of, but Tina (Knowles) Lawson ‘s husband Richard might have thought otherwise. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit During a sit-down on OWN’s Black Love series, Beyonce and Solange’s mom discussed how her husband Richard proposed and how she knew he was the one. “I called her children and I asked for her hand in marriage from them. I thought that that was important, because I knew without that, based upon the fact that Tina lives for her children, that it didn’t stand a chance unless they were on board,” Richard said. “I was fortunate enough that they were completely on board and just over the top excited about it.” In between the love story, Tina mentioned how she prayed for a man like him but noted that he wasn’t perfect. He said, “no?” She turned around rapidly and stayed firm, saying “no,” in return. Her sharp no kind of had a Nene Leakes, “I said what I said” feel. And Richard felt it. The cameraman zoomed in on his reaction, which was surprisingly shocked. Peep the look on Richard’s face… Definitely shade! Lol. But all real talk. No switching up for TV. But in other news, mama Knowles revealed in that same episode that Beyonce’s daughter, Blue Ivy , helped her realize she was ready to get married again following her divorce from her kids’ biological father, Mathew Knowles. Isn’t that amazing? [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1748301″ overlay=”true”] READ MORE STORIES ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Leah’s Lemonade: Round 2? Cardi and Nicki Might Run Into Each Other At The AMA’s Dr. Jackie Speaks On Why Knowing Your Family History & Early Detection Is So Important To Breast Cancer Patients [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW] Beyonce’s Mom Tina Knowles Lowkey Plays Her Husband Richard Lawson On Episode Of ‘Black Love’ [VIDEO] Follow @TheRSMS
Dr. Jackie from “ Married To Medicine ,” stopped by “ The Rickey Smiley Morning Show ” to talk about breast cancer . She has always been very open about her battle with breast cancer and how she survived it twice. This month is Breast Cancer Awareness month and Dr. Jackie wants to talk about ways that can help women and men find out if they have it. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit She mentioned that early detection and knowing your family history is very important. If you know that your great-grandmother or anyone in your family battled the disease it can help you when going to see your doctor. Dr. Jackie also wants people to know that doing your own breast examinations as well as going to get mammograms every year at a certain age can help as well. She mentioned that one of her youngest patients that passed from breast cancer was only 18-years-old. RELATED: Breast Cancer Survivor & NBA Worker Credits Her Son For Getting Her Through Dr. Jackie also spoke about her amazing organization 50 Shades of Pink. During the month of October, she puts on a gala to help raise money to find a cure as well as some women to get treatment. Dr. Jackie believes in calling women that face breast cancer warriors and wants everyone to understand that early detection is the best protection. RELATED: A Woman Battling Breast Cancer Says, “I Do” Just Hours Before Passing Away Make sure you listen to “The Rickey Smiley Morning Show” 6am ET. RELATED: Black Single Mother Overcomes Breast Cancer, Creates $5 Million Beauty Brand [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1555701″ overlay=”true”] The Latest : Leah’s Lemonade: Round 2? Cardi and Nicki Might Run Into Each Other At The AMA’s Dr. Jackie Speaks On Why Knowing Your Family History & Early Detection Is So Important To Breast Cancer Patients [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW] Beyonce’s Mom Tina Knowles Lowkey Plays Her Husband Richard Lawson On Episode Of ‘Black Love’ [VIDEO] Kanye West To Meet With Donald Trump And Tries To Get Colin Kaepernick To Do The Same Kanye ‘I’ve Never Voted’ West Goes To The White House Is Toya Wright Getting Married? Try Not To Get Lit To This Canton Jones Live Performance [Exclusive Video] Kevin Hart Says He Saw 2 Women ‘Go Number 2’ On Themselves During Chicago Marathon The Diplomats Announce Reunion Album Title & Release Date Kanye West To Meet With Donald Trump & Jared Kushner At The White House
I n less than a month away from the midterm elections, a man who has admitted to not voting or reading books is going to the White House. Yep, after faithfully stroking Trump ‘s ego, Kanye West finally got his invite to the White House to stroke 45 in person. See Also: Bill Cosby Sentenced To 3 To 10 Years In Prison For Sexual Assault Conviction Lyin’ Sarah Huckabee Sanders reportedly said Kanye will have lunch with the president and his son-in-law, Jared Kushner . “West hopes to discuss two key issues during his visit at the White House: job opportunities for ex-convicts and ways to increase manufacturing jobs in and around his hometown of Chicago,” CNN wrote. Oh, please. In what universe would Kanye West have the ability to talk about those issues when he is a “ proud ” non-reader of books, said he believes that slavery was a choice, Malcolm X wasn’t relatable and has r epeatedly admitted to not voting a day in his life ? CNN also reported that “[o]ther topics of discussion will include prison reform, how to prevent gang violence and reducing violence in Chicago, Sanders said.” Maybe Kanye can start with how the president wants to reinforce stop-and-frisk , the unconstitutional police tactic that terrorized the lives of Black and brown people, or his dangerous calls for “more” law and order — a comment he just made a police convention on Monday. At least when his wife, Kim Kardashian , visited the White House, she an agenda to get Alice Marie Johnson out of prison. Kanye’s agenda is clearly himself. Moreover, he got the White House visit that Barack Obama wouldn’t give him . Lastly, if you have never voted a day in your life, you should not be sitting in the White House, especially if you are a rich, privileged celebrity who isn’t affected by the consequences of not voting. SEE ALSO: All The Ways Cops Are Still Trying To Cover Up LaQuan McDonald’s Execution Outrageous! Figurines Of White Cherub Crushing Head Of Black Angel Removed From Dollar Store Meet Jogger Joe, The Man Who Took Racist Cue From BBQ Becky In Tossing Homeless Man’s Clothes [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3828001″ overlay=”true”]
Could it be round two for Nicki Minaj and Cardi B? The rappers might run into each other at the American Music Awards. They had their beef during New York Fashion week and they haven’t seen each other since their altercation. Congrats are in order for living legends Janet Jackson and LL Cool J they’ve been nominated for one of the biggest honors in music. Terrence J and his girlfriend Jasmine Sanders may have found themeselves in a bit of legal trouble. The two were seen last night leaving the scene of a accident that totaled his EXPENSIVE car. And as if we couldn’t get enough of Kanye West…He’s meeting with 45 tomorrow to talk over issues like jobs, gang violence, and prison reform. I’ve got ALL that and more on Leah’s Lemonade. Watch the video above!
Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty If you miss the glory days of hip hop (depending on who you ask, lol) then you may be happy to know that Dipset is out here with a brand new album on the way! Check out these details! Via | HipHopDX ATLANTA, GA – The Diplomats shared the title for their upcoming reunion album during the A3C Festival in Atlanta over the weekend. In an Instagram clip, Jim Jones revealed the title of the project is Diplomatic Ties and announced a release date of November 22. “Before we go, we wanna say something,” Jones said to the crowd. “On Thanksgiving, there will be a Diplomats album dropping. It’s called Diplomatic Ties. ” READ MORE
