Rihanna Thinks Taylor Russell Should Portray Her in a Biopic: ‘She Has a Nice Forehead’

Rihanna Thinks Taylor Russell Should Portray Her in a Biopic

Rihanna has been eyed for someone who should portray her if a biopic were to be created, Canadian actress Taylor Russell. Why? Because she has “a nice forehead.”

Speaking with E! News, Rihanna picked Russell, adding a few more details: “She’s, like, fly. And I feel like I want to be her, so I want her to pretend to be me. I want people to see me in that light.”

Rihanna has not forgotten about the music. Speaking on ET, Queen Fenty revealed that she is starting over on R9.

“I have been working on the album for so long that I kinda just put all that stuff aside. And now, I’m prepared to go back into the studio. Now I’m prepared. So I’m gonna start.”

You can hear it from RIhanna below.

Rihanna is broadening her Fenty Beauty empire with the introduction of Fenty Hair. In an Instagram post, she unveiled the new hairline through a brief video emphasizing the significance of hair for people of all ages and ethnicities.

a new family is moving in! @fentyhair is pullin up and it’s time to finally have the hair experience you’ve been waiting for.
you know how much switching my hair up matters to me. I’ve had almost every texture, color, length, from weaves to braids to natural- so I am launching a flexible line of products for not only every hair want, but every single product is designed to strengthen and repair all types of hair, which is what we truly need! It’s time to play and get stronger by the style 💁🏿‍♀️

WE COMING 6/13
But sign up NOW so you can get access and shop before anyone else 👀 FENTYHAIR.COM

The official launch of the Fenty Hair website is scheduled for June 13, coinciding with the line’s debut. Fans eager to get their hands on the products can register now for early access. Check out Rihanna’s announcement below and stay tuned for more updates.

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Usher Celebrates Wife Jennifer During Date Night at New York Benefit Event

Usher Celebrates Wife Jennifer During Date Night at New York Benefit Event

Usher and his wife, Jennifer Goicoechea Raymond, enjoyed a date night on June 11 at the Apollo Spring Benefit 2024, where the R&B legend, 45, was honored with the Icon Award. It’s good to see Usher out and about, celebrating his better half! The couple, who married in February, arrived hand-in-hand and posed for photos on the red carpet. Usher wore a stylish burgundy suit with flared pants, while Jennifer, 40, donned a black mini dress with a black and white patterned shirt and carried a sparkling black and silver purse.

Get this: Usher and Jennifer have two children together: daughter Sovereign Bo, 3, and son Sire Castrello, 2. Usher also has two sons, Usher “Cinco” Raymond V, 16, and Naviyd Ely, 15, with his ex-wife Tameka Foster.

He stood on business when it came to celebrating Jennifer. During his acceptance speech, Usher thanked his supporters and gave a heartfelt shoutout to his wife. “Last and most certainly not least, without your love, passion, support to my best friend, Jennifer Raymond. I love you baby,” he said. “My wife, who is in the audience tonight. Thank you for your support and I’m so happy that we could do this together. Mother’s Days are so awesome. I’m hoping that y’all going to hook me up for Father’s Day.”

Okay, Usher was announced as one of the honorees in April, stating, “It’s an honor to be receiving this award from such an iconic and historic cultural institution in New York City – one that has hosted and paved the way for so many prominent people. I’m humbled to be this year’s recipient and look forward to seeing everyone soon.”

What’s cool is the Apollo celebration featured performances from Jordin Sparks, Johnny Gill, and others. Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds, a 12-time Grammy winner, was honored with the inaugural Legacy Award and inducted into The Apollo’s Walk of Fame the day before.

Usher’s Icon Award precedes another significant accolade: he is set to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 BET Awards on June 30. This honor has previously been awarded to legends like Prince, Whitney Houston, Queen Latifah, and Lionel Richie, celebrating Usher’s “ever-growing musical legacy” in an already action-packed year.

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WATCH: Chaka Khan Captivates Tiny Desk with Soulful Performance

Chaka Khan Captivates Tiny Desk with Soulful Performance

Chaka Khan, the “Queen of Funk,” delighted fans at the Tiny Desk with a rendition of her hit “Sweet Thing,” where the audience’s enthusiastic participation underscored her enduring influence on music. Emerging in the 1970s with the funk band Rufus, Khan’s career boasts 22 albums, 10 Grammy Awards, and collaborations with icons like Prince, Stevie Wonder, and Quincy Jones. Her 50-year journey in the music industry was recently celebrated with her 2023 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

The performance began with guitarist Rob Bacon on the talk box, accompanied by bassist Melvin Davis and drummer Jay Williams, setting the stage for a funky rendition of “Tell Me Something Good.” The office audience couldn’t resist grooving to classics like “What Cha’ Gonna Do For Me” and “Ain’t Nobody.” Tiffany Smith, one of Khan’s backing vocalists, was impressed with her delivery of the challenging moments in “Sweet Thing.”

To close the show, Khan performed “I’m Every Woman,” an anthem written by Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson that has empowered women for decades. The song was a perfect finale for a month celebrating Black women’s contributions to music, showcasing Khan’s powerful voice and timeless appeal.

The performance featured a talented ensemble, including Melvin Davis on bass, Jesse Milliner on keys, Rob Bacon on guitar, Euro Zambrano on percussion, Jay Williams on drums, and backing vocals from Audrey Wheeler-Downing, Tiffany Smith, and Trina Broussard. The Tiny Desk team, led by producers Bobby Carter and Mitra I. Arthur, delivered a flawless production, with Joshua Bryant directing and editing and Neil Tevault managing the audio. Chaka Khan’s Tiny Desk concert reaffirmed her status as a musical legend, connecting with fans through her powerful and soulful performances.

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Rihanna Says She is ‘Starting Over’ On Her Next Album

Rihanna Drops ‘Rub on Ya Titties’ Collection of Photos From Pregnancy

Rihanna has not fogotten about the music. Speaking on ET, Queen Fenty revealed that she is starting over on R9.

“I have been working on the album for so long that I kinda just put all that stuff aside. And now, I’m prepared to go back into the studio. Now I’m prepared. So I’m gonna start.”

You can hear it from RIhanna below.

Rihanna is broadening her Fenty Beauty empire with the introduction of Fenty Hair. In an Instagram post, she unveiled the new hairline through a brief video emphasizing the significance of hair for people of all ages and ethnicities.

a new family is moving in! @fentyhair is pullin up and it’s time to finally have the hair experience you’ve been waiting for.
you know how much switching my hair up matters to me. I’ve had almost every texture, color, length, from weaves to braids to natural- so I am launching a flexible line of products for not only every hair want, but every single product is designed to strengthen and repair all types of hair, which is what we truly need! It’s time to play and get stronger by the style 💁🏿‍♀️

WE COMING 6/13
But sign up NOW so you can get access and shop before anyone else 👀 FENTYHAIR.COM

The official launch of the Fenty Hair website is scheduled for June 13, coinciding with the line’s debut. Fans eager to get their hands on the products can register now for early access. Check out Rihanna’s announcement below and stay tuned for more updates.

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Nicki Minaj Possible Divorce Announcement Sparks Concern From Fans

Nicki Minaj's husband kenneth petty

Trouble may be in paradise as Nicki Minaj fans have expressed concern for the “Anaconda” rapper after she posted a social media video discussing motherhood’s challenges. 

In the clip on social, Minaj, dressed in a white robe and pink satin bonnet, recalled giving birth to her son, nicknamed “Papa Bear,” in September 2020. “And then one day, they’re yelling ‘push’ and you’re in pain,” she said drowsily. “Then one day, he comes out a beautiful baby boy. To God be the glory,” she whispered, adding, “Congratulations to every mama out there. You’re doing a great job. In case no one’s told you that, you’re doing a great job.”

All this comes as Minaj, 41, also tweeted cryptically on Monday, “Yes Single …,” sparking fan speculation about whether she was hinting at new music or a potential divorce. This is wild because she just shut down divorce rumors not too long ago. Page Six reported on this and contacted Minaj’s representative but received no immediate response. 

Fans in the land of the Barbz flooded social media with messages of support and concern. “I just woke up and seen Nicki insta story, that made me tear up @NICKIMINAJ I hope you okay sending you love and prayers and hugs,” tweeted one user. Another added, “I honestly hope she’s okay. #WeLoveYouNicki.”

ICYMI, Minaj and her husband Kenneth Petty, 46, married in October 2019. She previously revealed that the birth of their son during the COVID-19 pandemic strained their relationship. “I’m not going to lie, things got testy between us,” she told Vogue in December 2023. “Because of our history, I think we knew we’d get past it. But there’s no such thing as confidence in parenthood.” She added, “I kind of wish that someone had told me … that there’s a level of anxiety, and you think it’s going to go away, but in fact, it gets scarier.”

Petty, a registered sex offender, has faced multiple legal issues. He was convicted of attempted rape in the first degree in 1995 and served over four years in prison. In September 2023, he was placed on house arrest after threatening Offset, Cardi B’s husband.

On a good note, Minaj is currently on the second leg of her “Pink Friday 2” world tour, with a concert scheduled for Tuesday night in Copenhagen, Denmark. Hopefully, she’s alright. Touring can be crazy and Minaj needs all the support she can get!

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Janet Jackson’s ‘Together Again’ Tour Starts with Sold Out Shows Across California

Janet Jackson's 'Together Again' Tour Starts with Sold Out Shows Across California

Five-time GRAMMY®️ Award-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Fame®️ inductee Janet Jackson is thrilling fans with her Together Again Tour, which has already sold out opening night at the Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, CA, as well as shows in Los Angeles and Anaheim.

This tour features a refreshed version of Ms. Jackson, with new looks designed by world-renowned designer Thom Browne, a revamped stage design, fresh choreography, and never-before-performed fan favorites like “Slolove,” “Make Me,” “2Nite,” and “With You.” The 35-date run, an extension of her 2023 tour, marks the highest-selling trek of her career.

The tour’s standout feature is its cutting-edge production, which undergoes over 20 transformations during each performance. This dynamic ensemble includes a five-member band, five backup singers, stunning visuals, and other impressive stage elements. Audiences have been thrilled to see Ms. Jackson perform deep cuts in concert for the first time, including “2Nite,” “SloLove,” “Take Care,” and more.

The Together Again Tour celebrates Ms. Jackson’s 50th anniversary in entertainment and highlights milestones for three of her most critically acclaimed albums, including 20 years of “Damita Jo” and 35 years of “Rhythm Nation.” Fans can expect powerhouse performances of her biggest chart-topping hits. Additionally, the tour features three-time GRAMMY®️ winner and Diamond-selling Hip-Hop sensation Nelly, who will showcase his greatest hits and fan favorites from the last two decades.

Tickets are available now on LiveNation.com. Fans can also purchase VIP Packages, which may include premium tickets, a Meet & Greet and photo op with Janet Jackson, access to a pre-show VIP lounge, a collectible VIP concert ticket, and more. For more information, visit VIPnation.com.

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Candace Owens Launches New Show, Featuring Kanye West’s Music as Theme Song

Uh oh! I Got Fired. Candace Show Ep 1 0 2 screenshot

On June 10, Candace Owens launched her new show, marking her first public appearance since parting ways with the Daily Wire.

The premiere episode has gone viral, notably featuring Kanye West’s song “Stars” as its theme. Key lyrics, “This that rip up the contract / Fuck all that,” underscore Owens’ break from her former employer. Owens and West’s teams collaborated before the launch, with West granting permission to use the track. Owens also previewed her forthcoming interview with Ye.

The episode also teased an upcoming interview with West and included Owens’ rebuttal to accusations from the Daily Wire’s Andrew Klavan. The show’s debut has sparked widespread discussion and solidified Owens’ independent media presence.

You can see the full episode below.

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WATCH: Megan Thee Stallion Holds Back Tears During Tampa Tour Stop

Megan Thee Stallion Performs During The Hot Girl Summer Tour At The Target Center In Minneapolis

Megan Thee Stallion shared emotions with her Tampa fans over the weekend. During her performance of “Cobra,” Thee Stallion fought back tears.

The Internet does too much sometimes. Over the weekend, an AI sex tape of Megan Thee Stallion hit online, and she appeared to sign off on the issue on X.

“It’s really sick how yall go out of the way to hurt me when you see me winning,” Thee Stallion wrote. “Yall going too far, Fake ass shit. Just know today was your last day playing with me and I mean it.”

In better news, Megan Thee Stallion announced the upcoming release of her new album, MEGAN, scheduled for June 28. The album is now available for pre-save via Hot Girl Productions.

Megan unveiled the album title and release date during a sold-out Atlanta stop on her “Hot Girl Summer” tour. The Houston native surprised the audience with the news and presented a QR code, enabling attendees to pre-save MEGAN immediately, along with a special image. Recently featured on the U.S. and European covers of L’Officiel Magazine, Megan discussed the album’s concept, describing it as “renewal, rebirth,” and highlighting its positive themes.

The announcement follows the release of a series of snake-themed singles, including “COBRA,” “HISS,” and “BOA.” The latest track, “BOA,” features a beat by LilJuMadeDaBeat and samples Gwen Stefani’s 2004 classic “What You Waiting For?”

Megan has been performing her new music alongside her extensive catalog during her first-ever headlining arena tour, featuring special guest GloRilla. In May, she delivered a stunning performance at Madison Square Garden, where she brought out Cardi B and GloRilla, teasing their mega remix of “Wanna Be.”

MEGAN marks her first studio album since August 2022’s “TRAUMAZINE,” which included collaborations with Dua Lipa, Key Glock, Jhené Aiko, Rico Nasty, Latto, Lucky Daye, Pooh Shiesty, and Houston icons like Sauce Walka, Big Pokey, and Lil Keke.

In addition to her singles, Megan has also released a series of freestyles for her fans. She revived #MeganMonday with the surprise drop of “I Think I Love Her Freestyle” over Gucci Mane’s iconic beat, followed by “Like a G6 Freestyle,” paying homage to Far East Movement’s 2010 hit.

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Megan Thee Stallion Responds to AI-Generated Sex Tape Online: ‘Y’all Going Too Far’

Megan Thee Stallion Says Watch 'Spooky Season' for New Music

The Internet does too much sometimes. Over the weekend an AI sex tape of Megan Thee Stallion hit online and she appeared to sign off on the issue on X.

“It’s really sick how yall go out of the way to hurt me when you see me winning,” Thee Stallion wrote. “Yall going too far, Fake ass shit. Just know today was your last day playing with me and I mean it.”

In better news, Megan Thee Stallion announced the upcoming release of her new album, MEGAN, scheduled for June 28. The album is now available for pre-save via Hot Girl Productions.

Megan unveiled the album title and release date during a sold-out Atlanta stop on her “Hot Girl Summer” tour. The Houston native surprised the audience with the news and presented a QR code, enabling attendees to pre-save MEGAN immediately, along with a special image. Recently featured on the U.S. and European covers of L’Officiel Magazine, Megan discussed the album’s concept, describing it as “renewal, rebirth,” and highlighting its positive themes.

The announcement follows the release of a series of snake-themed singles, including “COBRA,” “HISS,” and “BOA.” The latest track, “BOA,” features a beat by LilJuMadeDaBeat and samples Gwen Stefani’s 2004 classic “What You Waiting For?”

Megan has been performing her new music alongside her extensive catalog during her first-ever headlining arena tour, featuring special guest GloRilla. In May, she delivered a stunning performance at Madison Square Garden, where she brought out Cardi B and GloRilla, teasing their mega remix of “Wanna Be.”

MEGAN marks her first studio album since August 2022’s “TRAUMAZINE,” which included collaborations with Dua Lipa, Key Glock, Jhené Aiko, Rico Nasty, Latto, Lucky Daye, Pooh Shiesty, and Houston icons like Sauce Walka, Big Pokey, and Lil Keke.

In addition to her singles, Megan has also released a series of freestyles for her fans. She revived #MeganMonday with the surprise drop of “I Think I Love Her Freestyle” over Gucci Mane’s iconic beat, followed by “Like a G6 Freestyle,” paying homage to Far East Movement’s 2010 hit.

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Latto Drops Remix of “Sunday Service” Featuring Megan Thee Stallion & Flo Milli

sunday service remix

Latto has released the highly anticipated remix of her single “Sunday Service,” featuring Megan Thee Stallion and Flo Milli, via RCA Records. The track’s original version generated significant buzz after Latto teased it on Instagram a few months ago, showcasing her signature witty bars over a catchy beat.

The new music video for the remix brings the three powerhouse artists together, featuring behind-the-scenes footage from the Atlanta stop of Megan Thee Stallion and GloRilla’s Hot Girl Summer tour. This collaboration excites fans, blending the unique styles of Latto, Megan Thee Stallion, and Flo Milli.

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