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Foo Fighters name new drummer, Paul Simon reveals hearing loss and more celebrity news you missed this weekend
Here's what you may have missed in the entertainment world this weekend, from Daniel Day-Lewis's appearance to Beyoncé's crazy-expensive new home.
Beyoncé and Jay-Z buy most expensive home ever in California: See the $200M property
The purchase is reportedly the second most expensive real estate deal in the country.
Beyoncé Shares Rare Family Photo Dressed as ‘The Proud Family’
While Halloween is over, the singer shared a rare photo of her with her husband and three kids — Blue Ivy, Sir and Rumi — all dressed up for the holiday.
Beyoncé shares rare selfie with her kids Blue Ivy, Rumi and Sir ahead of 'Renaissance' release
The singer thanked her children for "allowing me the space, creativity, and inspiration."
Sean Paul addresses rumors he had a relationship with Beyoncé during 'Baby Boy' collab
Paul said he still thinks "Baby Boy" is a "bangin' track."
Rihanna makes Forbes' billionaires list debut; Kim Kardashian, Ye, Jay-Z, more make 2022 cut
Forbes' annual list of worldwide billionaires is chock full of celebrities this year, including Kim Kardashian, Ye and Rihanna.
CelebrityYahoo CelebritySnoop Dogg says Jay-Z threatened to end NFL deal over Super Bowl halftime show restrictions
Snoop Dogg is opening up about his historic Super Bowl halftime performance with Dr. Dre and company — and how Jay-Z went to bat for them against the NFL.
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Jay-Z says 'super-brave and super-genius' pal Dave Chappelle 'pushed a lot of of buttons' with 'The Closer'
"I think what happens with true art is that it has to cause conversation," the rapper said.
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Shakira recalls the 'stress' leading up to Super Bowl halftime show with J.Lo: 'It wasn't an easy show to put together'
"It wasn’t an easy show to put together," the hip-shaking singer said. "There was a lot of work behind it, a lot of stress."
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Beyoncé says as a young Black woman she felt she 'couldn’t mess up': People were 'watching for me to trip or fail'
The 28-time Grammy winner talks about navigating the entertainment industry and how as a young Black woman, she knew she "couldn't mess up" or it would all go away.
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Jay-Z learned how to swim when Blue Ivy was born: 'That was the beginning of our relationship'
Fear of his daughter drowning inspired the rapper to learn water safety.
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Tina Turner, the Go-Go's, Jay-Z lead historically diverse Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2021 inductees
This is the most woman-heavy and diverse class in Rock Hall history, with fans celebrating several long-overdue accolades.
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Jay-Z says he and Beyoncé aren’t pushing their kids into showbiz: 'We're just guides'
Jay-Z is opening up about family life with Beyoncé — and not pushing their own dreams and aspirations on their three kids.
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Beyoncé’s Daughter Blue Ivy, 9, Wears a Crown and Sips Out of Her First Grammy Award in Iconic Photo Shoot
Blue Ivy took home the award in the best music video category for Beyoncé's "Brown Skin Girl" video
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Tina Knowles-Lawson writes 'love letter' to son-in-law Jay-Z
On the same day news broke that Moet Hennessy will acquire a 50 percent stake in Jay-Z's Champagne brand, Tina Knowles-Lawson posted a tribute to him for being a "bad ass brother."
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Rapper Benny the Butcher talks first film 'Conflicted,' recovery from recent shooting and his surprising Buffalo Bills merchandise
Griselda rapper Benny the Butcher talks about his acting debut in the new film "Conflicted," recovering from a recent shooting, his partnership with the Buffalo Bills, and more.
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Joe Exotic fails to get Trump pardon while Lil Wayne and Kodak Black are granted clemency
Rappers Lil Wayne and Kodak Black were on the last-minute list. However, Joe Exotic — whose team had a limo waiting outside his prison just in case — didn’t get so lucky.
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Barack Obama's latest playlist features Fleetwood Mac, Brooks & Dunn and an unexpected 'American Idol' winner
The songs are from the early years of his presidency.
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The Weeknd to Headline Pepsi Super Bowl LV Halftime Show
Pepsi, the NFL and Roc Nation have announced that The Weeknd will perform during the Pepsi Super Bowl LV Halftime Show on CBS at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay, Fla. on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021. With more than 45 platinum and singles and albums over the past decade, The Weeknd released one of the […]
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Blue Ivy Carter, Beyonce and Jay-Z’s Daughter, to Narrate ‘Hair Love’ Audiobook
Blue Ivy Carter, the oldest child of Beyonce and Jay-Z, is lending her voice to Matthew A. Cherry’s “Hair Love” audiobook.Cherry tweeted the Audible link on Monday along with a brief clip.“Dreamscape presents ‘Hair Love,’ by Matthew A. Cherry,” says a child’s voice. “Narrated by Blue Ivy Carter.”Also Read: Netflix Sets New Animated Series From 'Hair Love' Director Everett Downing and Patrick HarpinOn Twitter, the reaction to little Carter’s narration announcement was substantial. The child’s named trended almost immediately as celebrities and other users congratulated Cherry and heralded her being chosen.Gabrielle Union tweeted, “This is the gift that just keeps on giving!! Being able to hear Blue Ivy give voice to this masterful story is so awesome. They try to bury us, not knowing we are seeds of strength and beauty. LOVE!”Television host Gia Peppers was excited, writing, “HOLD UP. You got BLUE IVY CARTER TO NARRATE YOUR AUDIO BOOK?!? MATTHEW. A. CHERRY. YOU BOOKED THEEEE BLUE IVY?!?” She added a few crying emojis for emphasis.Also Read: HBO Max Orders 'Young Love' Animated Series Based on 'Hair Love' Short Film by Matthew A CherryThe account for women’s lifestyle publication xoNecole declared the little girl “booked and busy.”Elsewhere, users pointed out that Carter was ideal for the position because they’d seen rude comments about her hair online and in the media for years.Others noted that Carter’s parents have given her credit on a number of their own projects, so “narrator” is really just the latest addition to her blossoming resume. One user questioned whether working with the 8-year-old is an even “bigger flex” than working with her superstar mother.In July, HBO Max ordered 12 episodes of a new animated series called “Young Love,” based “Hair Love,” which won an Academy Award.The series, which will follow the same characters introduced in the short film, will be executive produced by Blue Key Entertainment’s Monica A. Young, who produced “Hair Love,” along with Lion Forge Animation’s David Steward II and Carl Reed.https://t.co/MSZxGSkZJn pic.twitter.com/wQ8gWl30Oy— Matthew A. Cherry (@MatthewACherry) November 9, 2020Read original story Blue Ivy Carter, Beyonce and Jay-Z’s Daughter, to Narrate ‘Hair Love’ Audiobook At TheWrap
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Jay-Z offers to pay fines for those arrested during protests for Alvin Cole, including mom and sisters
After protestors, including Alvin Cole's mother and sisters, were arrested this week, Jay-Z is offering to pay for their fees.
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Show band loyalty with a rock n’ roll mask: The Beatles, Hendrix, AC/DC, The Police and more
Bet you never thought wearing a mask could look so cool.
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'New Moses' Kanye West vows not to release new music until he's released from Universal, Sony deal
Kanye West ranted about the music industry in his latest Twitter spree — and vowed not to release new music until his current deals expire.
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Grammy-winning producer 'Detail' charged with rape, sexual assault
The music producer has worked with artists like Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Drake and Jennifer Lopez.
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Jay-Z, other celebs ask feds to probe student's 2010 killing
Rihanna, Jay-Z, Charlize Theron and other celebrities are calling on the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate the death of 20-year-old Danroy “DJ” Henry Jr., a Black football player at Pace University killed by a white police officer in New York nearly a decade ago. The case remains an “unhealed wound” for Henry’s family and the people of New York, they wrote. “The DOJ must truthfully determine whether a pattern and/or practice of discrimination played a role in the case of DJ Henry — and if it did — deliver the justice that restores this young man’s name and reputation, while giving hope to other young black men who are just like him and desperate for change," they wrote.
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Beyoncé Secures Trademarks for Blue Ivy's Name After Legal Battle
Beyoncé recently won a trademark battle over the rights to her 8-year-old daughter's name, following opposition from a Massachusetts business.