Image via Ian West – PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images Will Smith Lovingly Clowns Jada Pinkett Smith’s Outfit If you and your beloved can’t set fire to one another (figuratively) and still do the nasty later that night, do you really have love in your life? For example, Will Smith posted this Instagram video of himself subtly and shadily DESTROYING Jada Pinkett Smith’s attire while the legendary MC Lyte was casually legend-ing in the background. Now, walk up to your significant other, flame their outfit, gauge their reaction and ask yourself “Do I REALLY have love in my life?”
Aretha Franklin, one of the most successful and influential solo artists in music history, died on Thursday morning after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was 76 years old. A number of reporters and outlets had warned the public ahead of time that Franklin’s time was sadly near , as multiple sources confirmed over the weekend that the legendary artist was gravely ill. She ended up passing away while under hospice care in her Detroit home. She was surrounded by friends and family members at the time. In an unusual move, a tribute concert produced by Live Nation and spearheaded by Sony Music Chief Creative Officer Clive Davis, who signed Franklin to Arista Records in 1980, was actually announced prior to her passing. The event will likely be titled “Clive Davis Presents: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin” and is scheduled to be at Madison Square Garden in New York City on November 14. The legendary singer had not performed for an audience since November of 2017. “In one of the darkest moments of our lives, we are not able to find the appropriate words to express the pain in our heart. We have lost the matriarch and rock of our family,” Franklin’s family said on Thursday. Sources had said that Franklin’s weight plummeted down to 85 pounds by the time she passed away. Ahead of scheduled concerts in March and April of this year, the singer was forced to cancel the performances under doctor’s orders. Dubbed The Queen of Soul decades ago, Franklin has been cited by contemporary superstars such as Beyonce and Mariah Carey as being a major influence and role model. ( UPDATE : The singer’s publicist confirmed this news to the Associated Press and said Franklin died of advanced pancreatic cancer.) Her rundown of achievements is almost too long to list in one place. But we’ll give it a shot… – Franklin was nominated for 44 Grammy Wwards. – She won 18 Grammy Awards over the course of her career. – This figure represents the third-most Grammys ever won by an individual. – From 1968 through 1975, she won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Vocal Performance every single year. – Along with her most well-known song, “Respect,” the singer shot to fame with hits including “Natural Woman,” “I Say A Little Prayer” and “Chain of Fools,” many of which remain relevant today. – Franklin was the first woman to be inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. – She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President George W. Bush in 2005. – In 2010, she was named in the greatest singer of all time by Rolling Stone. Yes, of ALL TIME. Says it all, doesn’t it? Before Franklin even passed away, as soon as news broke that she was seriously ill, tributes and notes of sorrow started pouring forward on social media. Missy Elliott summed it up well on Twitter when she wrote the following on Monday morning: My prayers are with Aretha Franklin & her family during this difficult time. We MUST CELEBRATE the Living Legends while they are here to see it. So many have given us decades of Timeless music. In 2017, after 56 years as a singer and songwriter, Franklin said she was retiring, saying at the time: “I feel very, very enriched and satisfied with respect to where my career came from, and where it is now. “I’ll be pretty much satisfied, but I’m not going to go anywhere and just sit down and do nothing. That wouldn’t be good either.” Expect the messages of sorrow and sympathy to continue for many hours, days and weeks. What a career and what a woman. May Aretha Franklin rest in peace. View Slideshow: Celebrities Who Died in 2018: In Memoriam UPDATE: Here is the full Franklin family statement… It is with deep and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Aretha Louise Franklin, the Queen of Soul. Franklin, 76 years old, passed away on Thursday morning, August 16 at 9:50 a.m. at her home in Detroit, MI, surrounded by family and loved ones. Franklin’s official cause of death was due to advance pancreatic cancer of the neuroendocrine type, which was confirmed by Franklin’s Oncologist, Dr. Philip Phillips of Karmanos Cancer Institute in Detroit, MI. In one of the darkest moments of our lives, we are not able to find the appropriate words to express the pain in our heart. We have lost the matriarch and rock of our family. The love she had for her children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins knew no bounds. We have been deeply touched by the incredible outpouring of love and support we have received from close friends, supporters and fans all around the world. Thank you for your compassion and prayers. We have felt your love for Aretha and it brings us comfort to know that her legacy will live on. As we grieve, we ask that you respect our privacy during this difficult time.
Here’s Shailene Woodley playing some nudist lost at sea because she was trying to go viral, get famous and ended up getting a movie made of her where the legendary Shailene Woodley plays her….naked lost at sea. I thought she died of cancer, but I guess that was just her last movie role, I can’t keep up. I don’t know what else to say about this pipeline fighting, getting arrested for being an activist, annoying, large celeb naked on a boat….because I don’t care but maybe you do…. JOIN THE NEWSLETTER YOU ASSHOLES! The post Shailene Woodley Naked of the Day appeared first on DrunkenStepFather.com .
Source: StarterCAM / StarterCAM / RickeySmileyMorningShow.com Lil Duval ‘s new track “Smile B**ch” is absolutely taking over the airwaves, and it’s hard to scroll your phone for more than 3 seconds without hearing a snippet of the song. The comedian stopped by Big Boy TV to talk to the legendary radio host about his song making the charts, how he personally lives his best life, and much more. Peep the interview to hear all about the process.
Stixx (@WattsStix) Shares His Experiences Working With Wyclef Jean with Reec (@ReecSwiney). Even talked about growing up with Tyrese, working with Iggy Azalea, learning key business tips from the legendary Snoop Dogg, vegan lifestyle and more
Noel Vasquez/GC Images TDE Has Added An Athlete To Their Superstar Roster One of the hugest labels in the music game is making it’s way into the business of representing more than just the hottest musicians. Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE), which represents Kendrick Lamar, SZA, ScHoolboy Q and Jay Rock to name a few, announced on Friday that it is opening up a sports division. Included in that announcement is the reveal of the first client they will be representing, which is former LSU running back Derrius Guice. “They were the first guys who came to me, just like LSU was the first school to offer me a scholarship,” Guice said about choosing TDE, “I didn’t forget that.” He also mentioned that he really liked the idea of being the division’s first and only client; “The focus is on me and my game plan, not on a ton of other guys.” TDE was founded by Anthony “Top Dawg” Tiffith in 2004, and the new sports division will be run out of the company’s Los Angeles headquarters. This new venture will be led by veteran agent Fadde Mikhail, who just joined the team. “‘Top Dawg’ is a huge sports fan, and although he isn’t working in the business of sports, he is very familiar with it,” said Mikhail, who will represent Guice in contract and marketing negotiations. “He had a phenomenal vision to start this company and now is extending that into sports.” Congrats to Derrius Guice and Top Dawg Ent for there new venture together! Continue reading →
Bobby Brown Joins Action Bronson For Some Good Eats The latest guest to join Action Bronson’s one-of-a-kind program on Viceland, THE UNTITLED ACTION BRONSON SHOW , is none other than the legendary Bobby Brown . The soulful singer completely tears down the house with a special rendition of “My Prerogative,” along with joining in on all of the cooking and eating going along throughout the episode. Brown also has his wife and manager, Alicia Etheredge-Brown, join him while he cooks shrimp with Bronson….all in a customized apron, of course. Continue reading →
Michael Tran/FilmMagic Tracee Ellis Ross Effortlessly Reminds Us That She’s Bad AF Hello, Ms. Ross… Tracee Ellis Ross is hosting the AMA’s tonight at 8PM, where she’ll be honoring her legendary mama Diana Ross. Everyone already loves the always peachy Black-ish star, but sometimes she just has to snatch our souls and remind us who tf she is–and effortlessly, at that. While in rehearsals for her upcoming AMA hosting gig, Tracee posted a video on Instagram that had everybody talking. She just released her own clothing line with JC Penney , so it’s no surprise that she’s always out here killing her outfits–but these super tight pants are looking *Goldielocks voice* jussstttt right on Tracee’s perfectly plump bawdy. This video is like a bag of potato chips, you can’t just watch it one time and keep scrolling. If you’re not entranced by Ms. Ross’s plate of yams with extra syrup, then you’re lying to yourself. Let the congregation sing. Cot damn Miss Ross. https://t.co/RGHyNeOv1P — Thelonious Martin (@KingThelonious) November 19, 2017
Source: Jeff Kravitz / Getty YouTube star Jade Novah ‘s pitch perfect impression of Beyoncé has probably slid down your timeline once or twice. But do you remember her timeless Christmas compilation, Slay Bells ? Featuring E rykah Badu ‘s rendition of “Jingle Bells,” Toni Braxton ‘s “Let Is Snow” and performances from Michelle Williams , Shakira , Christina Aguilera and the legendary Whitney Houston . Not even Mariah could shade this. it’s almost that time pic.twitter.com/rsgYKqQMam — ㅤㅤㅤhomme fatale (@gayhefner) October 29, 2017 Clickthrough to page two for Jade’s recent cover of SZA ‘s “Love Galore.” Jade’s talent is undeniable. Check out more here .
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