Issa Rae

Issa Rae Serves Natural Body In Pink Ivy Park Bikini Amid “Barbie” Movie’s Massive Success

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Issa Rae has come a long way from her Awkward Black Girl days. Her HBO series, Insecure, helped people fall in love with the multi-talent both on-screen and off. Now she’s continuing to flex her writing skills with her successful Rap Sh!t show. As we eagerly await the second season premiere of that next month, Issa’s fans have gotten their fix of her talent thanks to Barbie, which finally arrived in theatres on July 20. The 38-year-old appears alongside Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling as the President of Barbieland. She previously admitted to taking notes on Vice President Kamala Harris’ behaviour for her role.

The highly anticipated movie’s press tour ended early due to the ongoing SAG strike. This allowed Issa to head back home and enjoy the summer sunshine. Like many of her castmates, she’s been wearing plenty of pink lately, with her most recent look coming from Beyonce’s Ivy Park collection. On Sunday (July 22), the Los Angeles native’s Instagram feed lit up with a new series of photos that show her sipping a drink by the pool in a brightly coloured, strappy bikini.

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“🏝 vacation brought to you by @weareivypark 🏝,” Rae wrote in her caption. In the comments, many are praising the entertainer for proudly flaunting her natural body – not to mention her performance in Barbie. It was revealed earlier today that the family-friendly flick is doing serious numbers.

According to a tweet from @PopCrave, Rae’s latest project has locked down the biggest domestic opening of 2023, biggest opening ever for a female director, and biggest opening for a movie based on a toy. In addition to that, it’s officially become the lead actors’ most successful opening in their careers to date.

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Barbie Movie Finds Massive Success

Keep scrolling to read some of the Barbie film’s biggest accomplishments so far, as well as what project Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling are rumoured to be working together on next. Did you catch Greta Gerwig’s latest movie in theatres this weekend? Let us know in the comments, and check back later for more music/pop culture news updates.

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Issa Rae Would Trust Megan Thee Stallion With Her Life Story, Literally

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It seems like everybody is being roped into the Barbie promotional cycle, so why not Megan Thee Stallion? Issa Rae and her Barbie co-stars sat down for a chat with Vanity Fair. They easily guessed Margot Robbie’s favorite reality television show, but there were some hiccups before correctly guessing who Rae would choose to have rap or sing a theme song about her life.

Barbie director Greta Gerwig and America Ferrera immediately called out that Rae should do it herself. (Robbie agreed.)

“I feel like you guys are convincing me of that fact, but I’m not a good rapper,” Rae said.

Robbie asked Rae to specify whether the artist was alive, and Rae confirmed, “They’re alive. They’re popping.” When Ferrera proposed Ice Spice, Rae looked utterly perplexed. “America, no,” she said. Nicki Minaj was suggested by Robbie after a fit of collective laughter, and Rae was more receptive to that — “That’s a good choice; I wouldn’t be mad” — but she and Cardi B both earned a no.

Finally, Gerwig landed on Megan Thee Stallion. Leave it to the director.

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Please allow #IssaRae to choose her own theme song. Prior to the #SAGAFTRA strike, the cast of #Barbie sat down with VF to test how well they know each other. #MargotRobbie #AmericaFerrera #GretaGerwig #nickiminaj

♬ original sound – Vanity Fair

The Barbie soundtrack boasts the likes of Ice Spice and Nicki Minaj, as their “Barbie World” single with Aqua debuted within the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 earlier this month. Maybe there’s a world where a deluxe version of Barbie: The Album arrives in the future with Megan Thee Stallion added to the tracklist.

Watch the Barbie cast’s video with Vanity Fair above.

Megan Thee Stallion is a Warner Music artist Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Issa Rae Inks Multi-Year Deal With Def Jam Recordings For Raedio

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Issa Rae owns her own media company, Hoorae Media, and the audio division, Raedio, now has a new home. Def Jam Recordings and Raedio have partnered up for the long-term, with a multi-year deal in the works. This includes everything from publishing to podcasts to digital content and music distribution. Also, Issa Rae and Raedio can now sign and market Def Jam artists. This adds to the potential influence Rae has in hip-hop culture.

She was the brilliant mind behind the HBO series Rap Sh!t, a 2022 comedy in which two Miami high school friends reunite to form a female rap group. Their hope is to come together after being estranged to make it big in the music industry. Innovative ideas like that — as well as collaborations with artists — are exactly why Def Jam struck a deal with Hoorae Media and Raedio.

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Issa Rae’s Raedio & Def Jam Recordings: A Perfect Pair

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LONDON, ENGLAND – JULY 12: (L to R) Ryan Gosling, America Ferrera, Margot Robbie, Greta Gerwig, Issa Rae, Simu Liu, and Will Ferrell attend the European Premiere of “Barbie” at Cineworld Leicester Square on July 12, 2023, in London, England. (Photo by Jed Cullen/Dave Benett/WireImage)

Raedio previously had a contract with Atlantic Records that started in 2019. This new deal effectively ends that contract. Speaking about the deal, Raedio president Benoni Tagoe said, “Our mission at Raedio is to continually evolve how and where people discover music and the opportunities for artists behind it. Def Jam is the perfect partner with a storied legacy to align with Raedio’s mission and vision of disrupting the music industry as we know it.” Def Jam chairman and CEO Tunji Balogun also was ecstatic about the deal, saying, “Def Jam is thrilled to partner with Issa and the incredible team at Raedio on this new venture, and we look forward to telling more amazing stories together.”

This has been Issa Rae’s year. In 2023 alone, she starred in both Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse as Spider-Woman (voice acting) and Barbie as President Barbie. The latter comes out next week. Add to that a multi-year contract for her media company, and there’s nothing Issa Rae can’t do in pop culture.

Read more: Anne Hathaway Pauses Interview To Gush Over Issa Rae: Watch

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Issa Rae’s “Raedio” Partners With Def Jam Recordings

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Issa Rae, the creative force behind the acclaimed HBO series Insecure, continues to make waves in the ever-evolving entertainment industry. Her multimedia platform, Raedio, has recently inked a multi-year deal with Def Jam Recordings, opening up new avenues for artist signings, marketing, and distribution. This partnership enables Raedio to leverage Def Jam’s extensive network and […]

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Max Announces Season 2 of Issa Rae’s ‘Rap Sh!t’ for Aug. 10

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Rap Sh!t is on its way back. After a chaotic first season in the rise of Shawn and Mia as Miami’s new rap duo, Rap Sh!t is back for season two on Aug. 10.

Max announced the show would return, confirming a renewal this past September. “We are so excited to continue this journey with Shawna and Mia and the incredibly fun world of Rap Sh!t. With the wonderfully comedic and unique perspectives of Aida Osman, KaMillion, Issa Rae, Syreeta Singleton and the team at Hoorae, season two is sure to bring even more seducing and scheming,” Sarah Aubrey, head of original content at Max, said in a statement to Billboard.

Season 2 will test the duo and if they decide if they will stay true to themselves or conform to the demands of the music industry.”

You can see the trailer below.

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Issa Rae Announces Season 2 Premiere Of “Rap Sh!t,” Showcasing Miami-Based Rappers’ Journey To Success

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Issa Rae x Rap Sh!t Producer

Issa Rae, best known for her groundbreaking series Insecure, has unveiled exciting news for fans of her latest project. Season 2 of Rap Sh!t, a show centered around two Miami-based rappers striving for success in the music industry. The show is set to premiere on August 10.  “Rap Shit” Season 2 The acclaimed producer and […]

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Is There A ‘Rap Sh!t’ Season 2 Release Date?

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It looks like season 2 of the critically acclaimed Max original, Rap Sh!t is finally on the way. Created by Issa Rae, Rap Sh!t tells the story of friends Shawna (Aida Osman) and Mia (KaMillion) reconnecting to form a rap duo. The first season ends on a cliffhanger, with Mia and Shawna about to go on tour to support a rapper named Reina Reign (Kat Cunning). As they are celebrating at the hotel where Shawna works, a group of cops shows up at the hotel, with the intent to question Shawna. Throughout the first season, Shawna, with the help of her co-worker, Maurice (Daniel Augustin), funds her and Mia’s studio and production costs using credit card numbers of various hotel guests.

With this ending, fans were left wondering: Will Shawna go to jail? Did Maurice rat Shawna out? Will Mia be forced to hold the group down while Shawna’s locked up? Does Shawna somehow manage to get away with it all?

But first and foremost, fans are wondering when Rap Sh!t will return.

Is there a Rap Sh!t season 2 release date?

Max shared some exclusive first-look photos with Complex, who reported that Rap Sh!t “will return this summer.”

A premiere date for season 2 has not yet been announced.

Single Ladies: 4th Of July Edition w/ Coco Jones, Nicki Minaj, Issa Rae & Monica.

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Single Ladies: Beyonce x Nicki Minaj

This week in Single Ladies, Coco Jones shines at the BET Awards, Beyoncé‘s collaborates with Amazon for her tour, Issa Rae expresses admiration for Nicki Minaj with Barbie, and R&B Veteran Monica prepares for the launch of her upcoming album. Coco Jones: Rising Star and Advocate for Change Coco Jones has recently been recognized with […]

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Issa Rae: Staying Connected To The Culture Amidst Her Growing Success

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Issa Rae continues to make waves in the entertainment industry, from her critically acclaimed HBO series Insecure to her upcoming projects and collaborations. Issa’s work has resonated with audiences and earned her numerous accolades. However, despite her rise to fame, the multi-talented actress and producer remains committed to staying connected to the culture that has […]

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Issa Rae’s For President, Shenseea’s Got Bars, Lauryn Hill Celebrates “Miseducation” 25th Anniversary

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Single Ladies - Easter Edition

From Issa Rae’s highly anticipated role in the upcoming Barbie movie to Malia Obama’s directorial debut, these Single Ladies are breaking barriers and proving the sky’s the limit. Issa Rae’s summer is about to be busy. Taking on Hollywood with summer 2023’s highly anticipated films —  Rae will enter the Spider-Verse on June 2. And […]

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