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There’s One Way That Trevor Noah Would Like To See The Grammys Change

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It was just announced that Trevor Noah will host the Grammys for the third consecutive year in 2023. In an interview with Billboard, he talked about how hosting the 2021 Grammy Awards made him a bigger fan of Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion, but he also discussed some things he’d like to see change.

“A lot of what I would suggest is what I’ve heard [Recording Academy CEO] Harvey [Mason Jr.] talk about: trying to create a Grammys where the music reflects the awards show and the awards show reflects the music,” he said in that same interview. “Oftentimes [with] awards shows, there may be a disconnect between the general public who are consuming music and the people who are voting on the music. It’s important for every awards show [that] wishes to maintain its relevance to understand that difference. The audience isn’t wrong in having different tastes or a preference on whom they wish to see. I think in music as a whole, you have to acknowledge that, and the Grammys has, albeit slowly.”

He continued, “Think of hip-hop finally being included way back in the day. It’s important for the awards to always consider what is making an impact in the world because there is no music that is better than another if people are enjoying it. There may be music that producers will enjoy more than the average person on the street, there may be music that travels the globe and does really well regardless of the language that it’s performed in.”

Meghan Markle On Friendship With Beyoncé: “I Still Can’t Believe She Knows Who I Am!”

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Every so often, Netflix unveils a new original series that takes the world by storm. While Tim Burton’s Wednesday is definitely one of those at the moment, another recent arrival is the Harry & Meghan docuseries. The first three episodes premiered earlier in December. Now, the latter half hit the streamer on Thursday (December 15), giving us further insight into the lives of the two former royals.

Additionally, in the second half of the hit documentary, Meghan Markle briefly discusses her friendship with Beyoncé. As PEOPLE notes, the two previously met in 2019 after both working on Disney’s The Lion King remake. Paparazzi caught photos of the two hugging at the premiere. At the time, Queen B reportedly whispered “my princess” to the mother of two.

Britain’s Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex (3rd L) and Britain’s Meghan, Duchess of Sussex (2nd L) meet cast and crew, including US singer-songwriter Beyoncé (C) and her husband, US rapper Jay-Z (R) as they attend the European premiere of the film The Lion King in London on July 14, 2019. (Photo by Niklas HALLE’N / POOL / AFP) (Photo credit should read NIKLAS HALLE’N/AFP via Getty Images)

Those who saw the pair’s first meeting noticed an immediate “familiarity” between them. So much so, in fact, that many refused to believe that weren’t already kindred spirits. At the same time, Prince Harry was chatting it up with Jay-Z, who had some advice for the couple.

“The best advice I can give you, [is to] always find some time for yourself,” Hov told Markle and her husband.

Elsewhere, Beyoncé previously showed tons of love to the Suits actress following her and Prince Harry’s interview with Oprah Winfrey. The conversation aired back in March of 2021. It found them discussing things like losing police protection, the strain they’ve felt on their relationships with royals, and their daughter, Lilibet, who was still in utero at the time.

After the emotional interview aired, Beyoncé posted a public tribute to her on Instagram. “Thank you Meghan for your courage and leadership,” the Houston native wrote. “We are all strengthened and inspired by you.”

As it turns out, the Lemonade hitmaker also sent Markle a private text with even more kind words. In the docuseries’ latest episodes, we see the couple working side by side at home when the California native announces that she’s gotten a text from her famous friend.

“I still can’t believe she knows who I am!” she went on to gush about her sweet message from the vocalist. “She said she wants me to feel safe and protected. She admires and respects my bravery and vulnerability and thinks I was selected to break generational curses that need to be healed.”

Prince Harry responded, “that’s well said.” No doubt!

Check out the trailer for the second installment of Netflix’s Harry & Meghan above. Afterward, let us know if you’ve tuned into the docuseries down in the comments.

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STARZ Announces Season Three of ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ Premiere Date

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STARZ Announces Season Three of 'Power Book II: Ghost Premiere Date

The third season of STARZ’s blockbuster series Power Book II: Ghost will launch on Friday, March 17 at midnight on the STARZ app, all STARZ streaming and on-demand platforms, and worldwide on the LIONSGATE+ premium streaming platforms.

Season three of the popular drama series returns with new twists and new turns as the Tariq, Brayden, Monet, and the Tejadas struggle to Level Up or Get Taken Down. Everyone is in mourning following Zeke’s murder, but they won’t have much time as a fresh set of difficulties and questions arise.

“Power Book II: Ghost” season three stars Michael Rainey Jr. (“Power,” Lee Daniels’ The Butler) as “Tariq St. Patrick,” Mary J. Blige (Mudbound, “The Umbrella Academy”) as “Monet Stewart Tejada,” Shane Johnson (“Power,” Behind Enemy Lines) as “Cooper Saxe,” Gianni Paolo (Ma, “The Fosters”) as “Brayden Weston,” Cliff “Method Man” Smith (“The Deuce,” Garden State) as “Davis MacLean,” Larenz Tate (Ray, Crash) as “Rashad Tate,” Berto Colon (Inside Game, “Orange Is the New Black”) as “Lorenzo Tejada,” Woody McClain (“The Bobby Brown Story,” “The New Edition Story”) as “Cane Tejada,” Lovell Adams-Gray (“Coroner,” “Slasher”) as “Dru Tejada,” LaToya Tonodeo (“The Fosters,” “The Oath”) as “Diana Tejada,” Alix Lapri (“Power,” Den of Thieves) as “Effie Morales,” and Paton Ashbrook (“House of Cards,” “Shameless”) as “Jenny Sullivan.”  

Joining the cast this season is Monique Curnen (The Dark Knight, Fast and Furious) as “Detective Blanca Rodriguez,” Keesha Sharp (“Lethal Weapon,” “Girlfriends”) as “Professor Harper Bennet,” David Walton (Bad Moms, “About a Boy”) as “Lucas Weston,” and Moriah Brown (“Turnt,” The Break In) as “KeKe Travis.”  

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Trevor Noah To Host Grammys For Third Year In A Row

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The 65th Annual Grammy Awards is set to kick off next February, with Trevor Noah officially hosting the popular ceremony for the third year in a row.

After recently wrapping up his time on The Daily Show, the South African-born comedian is ready to expand his career as a popular media personality.

In a sit-down with Billboard, the 38-year-old called the opportunity to host the Grammys again “thrilling,” saying, “For me, it’s a cheat code because I’m a fan of almost all the people who are there. It has also been interesting because of the journey.”

“The first one was [during] COVID-19, and it was a completely different way to make the show. And then the next one was in Las Vegas because of the restrictions [in Los Angeles], and that was a different type of show,” Noah continues. “Now it’s exciting [because] it’ll be the first one for me back in L.A. — that’s hopefully not just normal, but different for the right reasons.”

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On why he considers himself to be a good candidate for the honor, the political commentator flaunted his long resume, dating back to his start in South Africa.

Working in the entertainment industry for nearly two decades, he shared, “I’ve been lucky enough to host crazy productions where everyone’s running around and you have to hit your marks and do different things…I allow myself [to be] comfortable with the idea that everything could go wrong in a moment.”

CHICAGO, IL – OCTOBER 16: Trevor Noah on The Daily Show Undesked Chicago 2017: Lets Do This Before It Gets Too Damn Cold Comedy Centrals The Daily Show with Trevor Noah taping Monday, October 16 through Thursday, October 19 from Chicagos The Athenaeum Theatre and airing nightly at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT, 10:00 p.m. CT on October 16, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jeff Schear/Getty Images for Comedy Central)

Noah signed off from The Daily Show earlier this month after hosting the show for seven years. Comics Craig Kilborn and Jon Stewart previously headlined the program, which debuted in 1996.

After announcing his departure in September, he offered his fans a brief explanation for his exit, saying on the show, “After seven years, I feel like it’s time. I spent two years in my apartment, not on the road, standup was done. And when I got back out there again, I realized there’s another part of my life I want to carry on exploring.”

On what’s next for the actor-writer, Noah will begin his Off The Record Tour in 2023, traveling across the country to perform new material and get back to his stand-up roots.

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Selena Gomez Recreates Her Iconic ‘Crazy Hat’ Song From ‘Wizards Of Waverly Place’ In A Adorable TikTok Video

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Nostalgia alert! In a clip shared to TikTok, Selena Gomez recreated her iconic “Crazy, Funky, Junky Hat” song from Disney’s Wizards Of Waverly Place.

Gomez and her friend, IG model, and influencer Lauren Wolfe, gave fans a special treat in a clip posted to Wolfe’s TikTok account. The actress and Wolfe showed off their adorable dance moves while lip-singing to the classic track.

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“What’s that? A hat? Crazy, funky, junky hat,” Gomez and Wolfe lip-synched. “Overslept, hair unsightly. Trying to look like Keira Knightley. We’ve been there, we’ve done that. We see right through your funky hat.”

The song was initially performed by Gomez’s character on Wizards Of Waverly Place, Alex Russo, alongside her best friend, Harper Finkle, on the fourth episode of the show’s first season, back in 2007. The show followed the Russo family, who were restauranteurs by day, and wizards by night, complete with a lair behind their kitchen.

The Disney channel series was one of the longest-running programs, in the network’s history, with nearly 106 episodes, before going off the air in 20212. Joining them is That’s So Raven, with 100 episodes, and Hannah Montana, with 98.

This past October, the show celebrated its 15th anniversary.

These days you can find Gomez portraying Mabel Mora on Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building, where she plays a young artist turned amateur sleuth alongside Steve Martin and Martin Short.

Meghan Markle Was Absolutely Floored To Receive A Touching Beyoncé Text In A New Documentary Clip

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Despite Beyoncé’s status as one of the most important women in the music industry, she’s known to be quite a down-to-earth, caring friend. After she collaborated with Madonna for a “Break My Soul” remix, the Renaissance performer sent the iconic singer a thoughtful thank-you note.

In the new documentary Harry & Meghan: Becoming Royal, a scene spotlights Beyoncé’s kindness. The clip has been circulating Twitter, and it depicts Meghan Markle discussing her communication with the “Love On Top” singer.

“Beyoncé just texted,” she says, prompting Prince Harry to gasp. Markle says Beyoncé is “just checking in,” which bewilders Harry. “I still can’t believe she knows who I am,” she says. She explains, “She said she wants me to feel safe and protected. She admires and respects my bravery and vulnerability and thinks I was selected to break generational curses that need to be healed.” After a pause of absorbing such an insightful message, Harry says, “That’s well-said.”

One reply to the video reads: “ACTUAL ROYALTY was literally shocked that Beyoncé texted, that is power.” Another read: “‘she knows who i am’ girl bye you’re a whole princess [crying emojis].” Other replies admire the eloquence with which Beyonce shared her feelings and thoughts with Markle.

Grammys Mainstay Trevor Noah Will Complete The Three-Peat And Host Yet Again In 2023

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In recent years, Trevor Noah has become pretty much as big a part of the Grammy Awards as the gramophone trophy. He first hosted the program in 2021, then he returned in 2022. Now, the Recording Academy has decided to not fix what isn’t broken: Noah will host for the third year in a row at the 2023 Grammys. The 65th Annual Grammy Awards are set to go down on February 5, 2023.

In a new Billboard interview, Noah said of how he prepares for the show:

“First of all, I listen to absolutely everything that’s going to be on the show, just to get a sense of the vibe. I want to get into the feeling of what’s going to be happening on the night. I spend a lot of time writing and preparing for what will or won’t happen. I try to think about what’s happening in music and pop culture. Then obviously I’m paying attention to what’s happening on the night. I try to craft my performance so that it is most complementary for what is happening from one performance to the next. We rehearse a lot, and we need to because it’s live and, as I said, anything can happen.”

Read the full interview here and find the full list of 2023 Grammy nominees here.

Lifetime Announces ‘Surviving R. Kelly: The Final Chapter’ for This January

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Surviving R. Kelly is set to come back for a new season. The latest edition of the docuseries, Surviving R. Kelly: The Final Chapter, is set for Lifetime premiere on Jan. 2 and 3 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT.

The new edition of the docuseries, which sparked an investigation into the disgraced singer, will highlight the aftermath of Kelly’s crimes as he goes through his various court cases.

A press release for the show reads, “While millions have read the headlines, the final chapter connects the shocking fine print with unspeakable details never shared with the public, culminating in the verdict heard around the world.”

The first night of the series will highlight the story of Azriel Clary and how she was told to lie in the now-infamous Gayle King interview. The first night will also detail the gun threat placed on the premiere of the original episodes of the docuseries.

R. Kelly is currently in a 30-year prison sentence and is being held in Metropolitan Correctional Center in downtown Chicago.

You can see the trailer for the upcoming episodes below.

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R. Kelly’s Sex Trafficking Crimes Are Again Under A Microscope In The New ‘Surviving R. Kelly, Part III’ Trailer

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R. Kelly is currently serving a 30-year sentence for federal racketeering and sex trafficking. His reckoning and ultimate imprisonment are largely credited to a 2019 docuseries called Surviving R. Kelly, in which several of his victims came forward.

In the second part of the docuseries — Surviving R. Kelly, Part II, which premiered the following year — journalists, music industry experts, and some of his victims and associates took a look at the impact of the first documentary, and how it led to him being dropped from Sony, his ban from radio, and ultimately, his arrest.

The third and final installment will take a look at the process of his conviction and sentencing, as well as upcoming federal and state trials. Kelly’s ex-girlfriend, Azriel Clary, is set to share a testimonial in the latest installment, as well as legal experts, journalists, victims, and parents of those who were targeted.

In the trailer, several activists and leaders of the #MuteRKelly movement are seen protesting outside of courtrooms. Some of Kelly’s supporters are seen, insisting that he is innocent. Toward the end of the trailer, journalist Jim Derogatis, who originally broke the story about R. Kelly’s infamous sex tape in 2002, said, “Kelly will go down in the history of music as the worst criminal predator ever.”

You can watch the trailer for Surviving, R. Kelly, Part III above.

Surviving R. Kelly, Part III airs January 2 and 3 at 8 p.m. ET on Lifetime.

‘The Voice’ Season 23’s Judging Panel Gets Fresh Faces With Two New Judges And One Long-Awaited Return

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Reality competition show, The Voice wrapped up its 22nd season last night, NBC is moving full steam ahead to iron out the details for season 23. Although viewers enjoy seeing some of the biggest names in music, including Snoop Dogg, Taylor Swift, and Ed Sheeran, appear as mentors, along with host Nick Jonas’ entertaining commentary, the essential part of the show is the judging panel.

In an exclusive report by EW, season 23’s judging panel will be a mix of returns, exits, and debuts. According to EW, the new season’s panel will feature Blake Shelton, Niall Horan, Kelly Clarkson, and Chance The Rapper.

Although fans of the show might be sad to learn this will be country music singer Blake Shelton’s final season on the show, a fan favorite, Kelly Clarkson, is returning to the judges’ panel. The final two judges are former One Direction member Niall Horan and Chance The Rapper. Horan and Chance are new to the show. However, Horan brings a unique experience with him: As a former reality music show competitor, Horan, is sure to provide a rich level of insight to the contestant, especially since Camila Cabello’s departure.

Season 23 of The Voice is set to premiere on March 6 at 8 pm EST, exclusively on NBC.