This week’s new entertainment releases include a double album from Alicia Keys and a posthumous one from Juice Wrld, Sandra Bullock playing an ex-con in the Netflix film “The Unforgivable” and Will Smith testing himself in a wildlife documentary series.
Following 8 deaths during Travis Scott's Astroworld festival, social media users are highlighting how other musicians have reacted to issues in crowds.
news.yahoo.comRappers Travis Scott and Drake, as well as Live Nation and others are among the defendants in at least three suits. The "mass casualty incident" occurred during Scott's performance on Friday night, authorities said.
cbsnews.comTexas personal injury attorney Thomas J. Henry announced Sunday that his law firm has filed one of the first lawsuits against rappers Travis Scott and Drake after a deadly crowd surge at the Astroworld Festival in Houston.
If both of their dogs—Trademark’s C’Mon Cash Machine, a German shepherd, and Reinem-N Dynamic Drake, an Australian shepherd—win Best in Breed at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show this weekend,
fredericksburg.comJoseph Yesufu scored 21 points and Drake held on to beat Wichita State 53-52 in a tense First Four matchup between former Missouri Valley Conference rivals. Wichita State left for the American Athletic Conference in 2017. Both mid-major powers were given at-large bids into the NCAA field, and their matchup was dominated by defense — Drake shot 38% while Wichita State shot 34%. We just didn’t get it done tonight.”AdDrake missed 10 straight shots as Wichita State built an early 18-6 lead. Wichita State was scoreless for the last five minutes of the half.
FILE - Armie Hammer attends the 13th Annual Go Gala on Nov. 16, 2019, in Los Angeles. Los Angeles police said Thursday, March 18, 2021, that they are investigating actor Armie Hammer for sexual assault. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)LOS ANGELES – Actor Armie Hammer is under investigation for sexual assault, Los Angeles police said Thursday. Hammer is the main suspect in a sexual assault that was reported to police on Feb. 3, LAPD spokesman Officer Drake Madison said. The Associated Press does not generally identify alleged victims of sexual assault.
As with other award shows held during the pandemic, there was no live audience for the Grammys this year, save for a limited number of performers and nominees. Performers at the event included Bad Bunny, Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion. Dua Lipa, Roddy Ricch and Swift each scored six nominations themselves, and Swift took home her third Album of the Year award. Beyonce accepts the Best R&B Performance award for "Black Parade" onstage during the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards at Los Angeles Convention Center on March 14, 2021. Kevin Winter/Getty Images for The Recording AcademyAlbum of the Year"Folklore" — Taylor Swift — Winner"Chilombo" — Jhené Aiko"Black Pumas" (Deluxe Edition) — Black Pumas"Everyday Life" — Coldplay"Djesse Vol.
cbsnews.com20 Loyola Chicago to a 75-65 win over Drake in the Missouri Valley Conference championship game Sunday for a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Keith Clemons added 13 points for Loyola, which has won six in a row and 17 of its past 18. Loyola Chicago, which hit 10 of 24 shots (63%) in the opening half, won its three tournament games by a total of 50 points. BIG PICTURELoyola Chicago: Heading to the NCAA Tournament for the seventh time and first since the 2018 team reached the Final Four. UP NEXTChicago Loyola: Will be making its second NCAA Tournament appearance in the past 31 years.
Earning a bid to the NCAA Tournament won't pull Drake out of its financial hole, but every little bit helps. Earning a bid to the NCAA Tournament won't pull Drake out of its financial hole, but every little bit helps. The cancellation of the NCAA Tournament last year because of the pandemic forced the association to slash its revenue distribution to schools and conferences by $375 million. Streaking San Diego State (NET 19) is looking good, but if the Aztecs win the Mountain West tournament, that could leave Colorado State (NET 40), Boise State (NET 43) and Utah State (NET 47) outside the field. A-10 Commissioner Bernadette McGlade said she is not as concerned about the potential loss of NCAA Tournament revenue as the loss of exposure.
The icon for the social media app Clubhouse is seen on a smartphone screen in Beijing, Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021. You can also download the app and get on a waiting list to be let into Clubhouse. Although Clubhouse hasn't divulged how many people are using its service, its app has been downloaded 5.3 million times, according to analytics firm App Annie. Thousands of Chinese users have flocked to the app in recent months, lured by the unfettered discussions it allowed with people abroad — particularly about democracy, Taiwan and other sensitive topics. Users still could download it if they had access to an Apple app store abroad.
Drake head coach Darian DeVries reacts as his team falls behind in the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Valparaiso, Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021, in Valparaiso, Ind. – Ben Krikke scored 15 points and Valparaiso handed No. 25 Drake its first loss of the season with a 74-57 romp on Sunday. 25 Rhode Island 65-62 on Nov. 29, 2016 and are now 2-42 against ranked opponents since the start of the 1999-2000 season. Roman Penn scored 17 of his 19 points in the second half, trying to rally the Bulldogs back from a 36-24 halftime deficit.
Here are some examples of bets you can make before, during and after the game. Pregame bets:Coin tossLength of the national anthem (under/over 2 minutes)Game bets:First score methodFirst score method for each teamOdd/even number of total pointsHighest-scoring quarterHighest-scoring halfOdd/even total point number for each teamWill the team that scores first win the game? Will either kicker hit an upright or crossbar during a missed field goal or extra-point attempt? Bets during the game that have nothing to do with the game:Will the price of Bitcoin go up or down during the game? Postgame bets:Color of Gatorade as it’s poured on the winning coachWho will the MVP mention first in his postgame speech?
1 hit on Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop songs chart, Drake has bested a record previously held by icons Aretha Franklin and Stevie Wonder. Drake's “Laugh Now Cry Later," featuring rapper Lil Durk, reached the No. Wonder and Franklin, who died in 2018, each have had 20 songs top the chart. 1 hits on the R&B/Hip-Hop songs chart, 12 include him in the leading role, including “God’s Plan,” “In My Feelings,” “Hotline Bling,” “Hold On, We’re Going Home” and “Best I Ever Had,” his first major hit released in 2009. Earlier this year, 34-year-old Drake made Billboard chart history when he set a new record for most songs on the Hot 100 chart — Billboard's main songs chart that includes all music genres.
The Justice Department’s antitrust lawsuit against Google has a judge: Obama appointee Amit Mehta, who was assigned the case Wednesday morning in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. He went to elite U.S. universities, clerked for an appellate court judge and worked for both a D.C. law firm with high-profile clients and as a public defender attorney for low-income clients. As a judge, he’s ruled that lawmakers should get the president’s financial records and has sprinkled his music appreciation into opinions. The Supreme Court sent that case back to a lower court and it is ongoing. He earned his undergraduate degree from Georgetown University in 1993 and graduated from the University of Virginia’s law school in 1997.
LIV owner David Grutman poses for a photograph at the nightclub, Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020, in Miami Beach, Fla. LIV, one of Miami's most glamorous, star-studded nightclubs sits empty and quiet these days, a casualty of both the coronavirus outbreak and a power struggle between state and local government over how to contain the scourge. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
The parties at the club are so legendary they have inspired lyrics from Drake, Kanye West and Rick Ross. Today, LIV sits quiet and empty — a casualty not just of the coronavirus outbreak but of a power struggle between state and local government over how to contain the scourge. “I cried real tears,” the 46-year-old Grutman said of his last visit to the shuttered club and nightlife's seemingly bygone era. Grutman has fielded countless calls from DJs begging to be the first when the club reopens. Others have asked to host Zoom parties from LIV, but Grutman just isn't into it.
The 2020 BET Awards, honoring the best in music, movies, TV and more, are happening virtually this year -- but the stars are still winning big! Megan Thee Stallion, who received five nods, took home two trophies. And Blue Ivy Carter, at age 8, won her very first BET Award with mom Beyonce. JHENE AIKOKEHLANI**WINNER**LIZZOSUMMER WALKERBEST MALE R&B/POP ARTISTANDERSON .PAAK**WINNER**CHRIS BROWNJACQUEESKHALIDTHE WEEKNDUSHERBEST GROUPCHLOE X HALLECITY GIRLSEARTHGANGGRISELDAJACKBOYS**WINNER**MIGOSBEST COLLABORATION**WINNER**CHRIS BROWN FT. DRAKE - "NO GUIDANCE"DJ KHALED FT. NIPSEY HUSSLE & JOHN LEGEND - "HIGHER"FUTURE FT. DRAKE - "LIFE IS GOOD"H.E.R. RELATED CONTENT:How to Watch the 2020 BET AwardsBET Awards 2020: See the Full List of Nominees2020 BET Awards Will Go Virtual With June Broadcast
The three-hour show will be jam-packed with heavy hitters currently dominating the pop charts and streaming services, including DaBaby, Megan Thee Stallion, Roddy Ricch, Summer Walker, Kane Brown and Chloe x Halle. The three-hour show will be jam-packed with heavy hitters currently dominating the pop charts and streaming services, including DaBaby, Megan Thee Stallion, Roddy Ricch, Summer Walker, Kane Brown and Chloe x Halle. Comedian, actress and TV personality Amanda Seales will host the 2020 BET Awards, which will air on CBS for the first time. Drake is the leading nominee: Hes up for six honors, including video of the year and best male hip-hop artist. Ricch and Megan Thee Stallion follow Drake with five nominations each.
(Neon via AP)Heres a collection curated by The Associated Press entertainment journalists of whats arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Written and directed by Chinonye Chukwu, Clemency was well-reviewed but got unjustly overshadowed by some of the higher profile awards contenders when it was released in December. Doctor Sleep: The Directors Cut: This Danny Torrance-focused sequel to The Shining was a little divisive upon release, which wasnt all that surprising. Film Writer Lindsey BahrMUSICGrey Daze: Fans of the late Grammy-winning screeching rock singer Chester Bennington will get a chance to hear him one more time. HAIM: Its been three years since sister trio HAIM have released a new album.
Drake is celebrating Father's Day this year with a sweet photo of his little boy. The "In My Feelings" rapper took to Instagram on Sunday to send his Father's Day wishes to fans, friends and family, alongside a precious new photo of his 2-year-old son. "Happy Fathers Day to all the real gz handling business ," he captioned an adorable photo of Adonis in his pajamas, sitting up in bed after having just woken up. "I want to be able to go places with my son and share memories with my son," Drake added. He gave Father's Day tributes to Wayne, Snoop Dogg and more on his Instagram Story on Sunday.
The nominations for the 2020 BET Awards are in! He's followed closely behind by Megan Thee Stallion and Roddy Ricch, who each received five nods. JHENE AIKOKEHLANILIZZOSUMMER WALKERBEST MALE R&B/POP ARTISTANDERSON .PAAKCHRIS BROWNJACQUEESKHALIDTHE WEEKNDUSHERBEST GROUPCHLOE X HALLECITY GIRLSEARTHGANGGRISELDAJACKBOYSMIGOSBEST COLLABORATIONCHRIS BROWN FT. DRAKE - "NO GUIDANCE"DJ KHALED FT. NIPSEY HUSSLE & JOHN LEGEND - "HIGHER"FUTURE FT. DRAKE - "LIFE IS GOOD"H.E.R. RELATED CONTENT:2020 BET Awards Will Go Virtual With June BroadcastBET Awards 2019: Get All the Details on the Best Beauty Looks -- Rihanna, Lizzo & More! Cardi B Slays in 3 Fabulous Outfits at 2019 BET Awards -- See All Her Looks!
Get ready for the BET Awards! See the full list of BET Awards nominees here. How to watch the preshow: Hosted by Terrence J and Erica Ash, the BET Awards preshow will air at 7 p.m. ET/PT on BET. Watch the video below for the biggest highlights from last year's BET Awards. RELATED CONTENT:BET Awards 2020: See the Full List of Nominees2020 BET Awards Will Go Virtual With June BroadcastBET Awards 2019: Get All the Details on the Best Beauty Looks -- Rihanna, Lizzo & More!
Drake is clearing the air after lyrics to an unreleased song with Future concerning Kylie Jenner raised eyebrows among his fans. The Night Owl Sound Instagram account teased the unreleased music on Wednesday night, and in the track, he raps, "Yeah, I'm a hater to society / Real sh*t, Kylie Jenner that's a side piece / Yeah, I got 20 motherf**kin' Kylies." "Yeah, I got 20 damn Kendalls / Young slim baddies and they in Vogue / Yeah, I got 20 f**kin' Gigis," the lyrics read. Drake took to his Instagram Story on Thursday to address the lyrics, and said the song was old and should never have been played. "A song that mark ran last night on night owl sound live set shouldn't have been played," he wrote.
Drake is eager for new music from Rihanna! While the pair had a few back-and-forth comments throughout the Instagram Live, the one that caught fans' eye is when Drake asked for new music from Rihanna, who hasn't released an album since Anti, which came out in 2016. "Rihanna drop R12 right now," he urged of the 32-year-old singer, whose next album will be her ninth. Drake also joked about his ex's beauty brand, writing, "DUB PLATE COME PRETTY LIKE A FENTY FOUNDATION." As for when fans can actually expect new music from Rihanna, when ET's Rachel Smith spoke to the singer back in February, she remained tight-lipped about her next release.
Canopy Growth is forming a new cannabis wellness company with musician Drake as it expands its portfolio of celebrity partners, the company announced Thursday. The Ontario-based cannabis company is launching the More Life Growth Co. with the Canadian rapper. Drake will own 60% of the More Life Growth Co. with Canopy Growth holding the other 40%. Drake has granted More Life Growth Company with exclusive rights to certain intellectual property and brands in Canada and internationally, the company said. Canopy Growth is down more than 27% year to date and almost 58% over the past 12 months.
cnbc.comShay Mitchell isn't letting the mom shamers get her down. The former Pretty Little Liars star took to her Instagram Story on Wednesday to hit back at commenters who criticized her for attending Drake's birthday party "days" after welcoming her baby girl. Mitchell, who welcomed her daughter with boyfriend Matte Babel, documented her journey to becoming a mom on her YouTube Original series, Almost Ready. "This is definitely the most intense experience of my life," Mitchell said in the video. RELATED CONTENT:Shay Mitchell Feared She Was Having Another Miscarriage During Intense 33-Hour LaborShay Mitchell Gives Birth to First Child With Boyfriend Matte Babel
SAN ANTONIO - What are you most excited about for your senior year and why? I'm most excited about giving my all and going further than everything I did last year. My family is my motivation, but also I'm my own motivation; I do everything for me and what I believe in. Texas A&M University, where I will major in nursing because they have a good nursing program and basketball team. If you could take any athlete or celebrity to your senior prom, who would it be and why?
Megan Thee Stallion speaks onstage at the BET Hip Hop Awards on Saturday, October 5, 2019 in Atlanta. ATLANTA - The 2019 BET Hip Hop Awards aired Tuesday night, and it was a good one for J. Cole, and newcomer Megan Thee Stallion. Stallion and Lil Nas X received two awards, as did Cardi B and Travis Scott. Lil Kim was feted with the 2019 I Am Hip Hop honor and performed a medley of her hits. Billy Ray Cyrus - "Old Town Road (Remix)" - *WINNERTravis Scott Feat.
Drake accepts the Best Rap Song award for "God's Plan" onstage during the 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center on Feb. 10, 2019, in Los Angeles. The rapper recently took to his Instagram stories to post a note about his dad, Dennis Graham. My father will say anything to anyone that's willing to listen to him," Drake wrote in his note. "Every bar I ever spit was the truth and the truth is hard for some people to accept." He insisted he had "always been with Drake" and alleged his son was manufacturing drama between them to make money.
Singer Celine Dion performs during the 2017 Billboard Music Awards at T-Mobile Arena on May 21, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (CNN) - Just because you loved her, Drake, it doesn't mean that Celine Dion wants her face on your body. The singer has asked her fellow Canadian to not get a Celine Dion tattoo. "Please, Drake, I love you very much," Dion said during an interview with iHeartRadio Canada. Whatever you want, but please..."The singer's reasoning is that she doesn't think her face will age well on Drake's body as time goes on.
In a game called Hot Hands on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Monday, Clarkson is shown photos of stars and asked to tell the audience one question shed ask them. But when a photo of Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex pops up, Clarkson is at a loss. Finally, DeGeneres, who met with Markle and her husband, Prince Harry, over the summer, provides Clarkson with her name. Actually I love Suits, Clarkson declares. I would probably ask her to sing with me first of all, and then I would ask her how she keeps up with her schedule, she says.
Drake poses with the awards for Top Artist, Top Male Artist and Top Billboard 200 Album for Scorpion, in the press room during the 2019 Billboard Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 1, 2019, in Las Vegas. (CNN) - Drake got a special delivery with his new album, "Care Package." 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart. "Care Package" gathers 17 of Drake's tracks that were never officially released, some of which listeners could find in the past only via Soundcloud or YouTube. Drake is tied with Garth Brooks, Eminem, Madonna and The Rolling Stones, who also have had nine each atop the Billboard 200.
Getty Images/Dave HoganPARIS - Chinese tech giant Tencent could soon own 10% of the music group behind Drake and Ariana Grande. French conglomerate Vivendi confirmed Tuesday that it's in talks to sell 10% of Universal Music Group to the gaming and social media company. Vivendi said in a statement that Universal Music Group would be valued at 30 billion ($33.6 billion) under the deal. Arnaud de Puyfontaine, the chief executive of Vivendi, said previously that proceeds from the Universal Music Group sale would be used to buy back shares and acquire companies. In March, Tencent said a sharp fall in its profits was mainly due to costs related to the US listing of its streaming music subsidiary, Tencent Music, in December.
CNN imageEver wanted to know how you'll age? Launched in 2017, FaceApp isn't necessarily new. But it's making headlines again because the app has gotten good -- like, eerily good -- at showing users what they'll look like when they age. And rapper Drake got in on the aging action (though it isn't clear if he used FaceApp to do it). The app can literally put a smile on your face, make you look younger, or swap your gender, too.
A slew of celebrities have recently had their Twitter accounts hacked, including Drake, Kylie Jenner, and even the NFL official Twitter page. Mashable tech editor Pete Pachal and CNET editor Brian Tong join CBSN to discuss why the social media site has been the target of hackers.
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