Rihanna is turning up the glitz and glamour for a luxurious new ad for her Fenty Beauty brand.
In the creative video, she appears alongside ASAP Rocky in an old Hollywood-inspired film noir, with the two really committing to the era. It first opens on RiRi, with the title card “Born To Steal” written in a movie-style font.
“She was a classy dame, but she had odd ways of showing her affection, from leaving me out cold in the dark to stealing my heart… and my stuff,” the voiceover says. “I’d let her get away with murder. The male chooses his attire carefully. Although the female’s choices are endless, she borrows from the male for her camouflage.”
Viewers see Rihanna dolled up in early-1900s-inspired makeup and a diamond necklace, as she dances around. She then changes into a suit. While getting dressed and trying it on, ASAP Rocky appears, nearly catching her in the process. He walks into the room, but much like the mystery movies, she is creatively hiding out of view.
Later on in the video, the two get together, eating breakfast as he reads the newspaper — including an issue where Rihanna is hilariously dubbed the “blazer bandit.” Basically, we need Rihanna to bring back these types of movies now.
Until that happens, if at all, check out Rihanna and ASAP Rocky starring in the “Born To Steal: Yours, Mine, Ours” Fenty Beauty ad above.
Rapper Jack Harlow has announced the inaugural Gazebo Festival in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. Over the course of two days (May 25 & 26), fans will be able to see performances from 26 acts on two different stages at Louisville’s Waterfront Park. On the bill are SZA, Omar Apollo, Vince Staples, PinkPantheress, Harlow himself, and more.
“We are beyond excited to support our city’s hometown hero, Jack Harlow, as he launches a new music festival at Louisville’s Waterfront Park,” said Cleo Battle, President and CEO of Louisville Tourism, in a statement. “In addition to great music, festival goers will get a taste of this city’s iconic attractions, renowned heritage and global culinary scene.”
As tickets are set to go on sale soon, we’ve put together a nifty price guide for fans hoping to get their hands on passes for this hotly-anticipated festival.
How much are tickets for the 2024 Gazebo Festival?
Tickets for Gazebo Festival go on sale Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 10 a.m. EST as part of a special fan pre-sale. General on-sale will begin Friday, March 8, 2024, at 10 a.m. EST. Fans will be able to purchase tickets via the festival’s website.
According to a press release, general admission tickets for the entire weekend will begin at $255. Prices for VIP passes have not yet been listed.
You can see the full line-up below.
Gazebo Festival
Some of the artists mentioned here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
Jack Harlow announced that he’s giving back to his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky in another very special way. Today (February 28), the rapper announced that he will be hosting the first-ever Gazebo Festival there on May 25 and 26. And for the festival’s debut year, Harlow is bringing a killer lineup of performers along with him.
Harlow and SZA are set as the headliners. They will also be joined by James Blake (DJ set), Omar Apollo, PinkPantheress, Vince Staples, Amaarae, Channel Tres, Majid Jordan, Slum Village, Veeze, Dahi, Jordan Ward, Ravyn Lenae, Rich Homie Quan, BNYX, James Savage, Karrahbooo, and Malcolm Todd.
For those looking to go to Gazebo Festival, here’s what to know about securing tickets.
How To Buy Tickets For Gazebo Festival 2024
Right now, there is a presale sign-up open for Gazebo Festival, with the sale taking place on Wednesday, March 6 at 10 a.m. ET. Passes will then open to the public for the general sale on Friday, March 8 at the same time. The two-day General Admission pass is $255, with a portion of the proceeds from each ticket sale going to the Jack Harlow Foundation.
Additional information about Gazebo Festival 2024, including about the presale registration, can be found on their website.
Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
For a little while, there was some uncertainty about whether Ryan Gosling would perform his Barbie movie favorite “I’m Just Ken” at the 2024 Oscars. A few days ago, though, Varietyconfirmed that he will take the Academy Awards stage to bust out the song, and now the Academy itself has revealed the full list of musical performers set to play their songs at this year’s ceremony, on March 10 at 7 p.m. ET.
Who Is Performing At The 2024 Oscars?
There are five songs nominated for the Best Original Song award this year, and as Variety notes, all of them will be performed during this year’s ceremony. The list of songs and their performers is as follows:
“The Fire Inside” from Flamin’ Hot (performed by Becky G, music and lyrics by Diane Warren)
“I’m Just Ken” from Barbie (performed by Ryan Gosling and Mark Ronson, music and lyrics by Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt)
“It Never Went Away” from American Symphony (performed by Jon Batiste, music and lyrics by Jon Batiste and Dan Wilson)
“Wahzhazhe (A Song For My People)” from Killers Of The Flower Moon (performed by Scott George and the Osage Singers, music and lyrics by Scott George)
“What Was I Made For?” from Barbie (performed by Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell, music and lyrics by Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell).
Jon Batiste. “It Never Went Away” from ‘American Symphony.’ LIVE at the Oscars.
Hunter Schafer is an American actress, model, and LGBTQ+ rights activist. She has captured the attention of many with her compelling performances and advocacy work. As of 2024, Equity Atlas reports her net worth to be approximately $3 million. It is a testament to her success in various facets of the entertainment industry. Schafer’s journey from a high school activist to a celebrated figure in Hollywood exemplifies her diverse talents and unwavering commitment to her craft and causes.
Early Life & Rise To Fame
BERLIN, GERMANY – FEBRUARY 16: Hunter Schafer of the movie “Cuckoo” attends the. “A Different Man” premiere during the 74th Berlinale International Film Festival Berlin at. Berlinale Palast on February 16, 2024 also in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Andreas Rentz/Getty Images)
Born on December 31, 1998, in Raleigh, North Carolina, Hunter Schafer showed an inclination toward art and activism from a young age. Before stepping into the limelight, Schafer was deeply involved in LGBTQ+ rights advocacy. She notably challenged North Carolina’s controversial Bathroom Bill. Her transition into modeling saw her walking the runway for prestigious fashion brands such as Dior, Marc Jacobs, and Versace. She made a mark with her unique blend of ethereal beauty and androgynous style. Schafer’s modeling career also showcased her versatility and served as a platform for her advocacy. Further, she used her growing visibility to speak on transgender rights and issues.
Transition To Acting: Euphoria
Aweng Ade-Chuol, Amelia Gray, Hunter Schafer, Diane Kruger, Iris Law and Quannah. Chasinghorse at the H&M Party held at H&M Soho on February 7, 2024 also in New York, New York. (Photo by Gilbert Flores/WWD via Getty Images)
Schafer’s acting debut came with the critically acclaimed HBO series Euphoria. She plays Jules Vaughn, a transgender teen navigating the complexities of identity, friendship, and trauma. Her portrayal of Jules has been praised for its authenticity and depth, bringing a nuanced representation of the transgender experience to mainstream media. Euphoria has not only elevated Schafer’s profile. Still, it has also significantly contributed to her net worth, showcasing her ability to translate her personal experiences into compelling on-screen performances.
Advocacy & Influence
BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 07: Hunter Schafer attends the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 07, 2024 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)
Beyond her roles in front of the camera and on the runway, Schafer is a vocal advocate for transgender rights and mental health awareness. Her influence extends off-screen through her participation in panel discussions, social media engagement, and contributions to LGBTQ+ organizations. Schafer’s advocacy work is driven by her personal experiences and a deep commitment to fostering a more inclusive society. Her efforts to use her platform to educate and inspire change have made her a role model for many in and outside the LGBTQ+ community.
Looking ahead, Hunter Schafer is set to broaden her horizons with upcoming projects in both film and television. Her artistic background and acting and modeling experience position her to take on diverse roles that challenge traditional narratives and representation in the entertainment industry. As she continues to evolve as an artist and activist, Schafer’s influence and net worth are expected to grow, reflecting her multifaceted career and impact on society.
In Hip Hop, authenticity reigns supreme, with artists often lauded for their raw honesty and unapologetic storytelling. However, amid the sea of genuine emotions and lived experiences, a curious trend emerged: the proliferation of fake feuds. Fake rap beef between artists has been pretty common in the Hip Hop scene for a while. Sometimes, they’re not very easy to pick up on, but other times, it’s quite obvious.
From calculated social media jabs to meticulously orchestrated confrontations, it certainly is an interesting trend. Usually, there’s a web of motivations behind the feud, and that’s why, over time, many Hip Hop acts have created fake rap beef. It may be to boost album sales, elevate one’s status within the industry, or simply to garner attention in an oversaturated market. Here’s a list of five rappers who have created fake beef before.
Following a series of legal troubles, Gillie Da Kid dropped out of the Cash Money Records roster in 2006. However, his exit was not a very friendly one, as he and Lil Wayne started taking subtle shots at each other soon after. Subsequently, Gillie turned the heat up, claiming he was highly responsible for Wayne’s success. The rapper asserted that he’d been a ghostwriter for Wayne on Tha Carter (2004). Additionally, speaking with XXL in July 2006, Gillie claimed, “As far as me tutoring this young cat, he really just sat down and soaked up game.” However, this beef never really took off and eventually died out.
The Game
Early on in his career, The Game tried to start a fake rap beef with Jay-Z. It seems the rapper was trying to get a ride out of Jay-Z as he kept firing not-so-subtle shots at Jay in songs like “West Side Story” and “My Bit*h.” However, Hov never replied, so the feud never took root. Later, in interviews with VIBE and Vlad TV, Game admitted to just being reckless and competitive. “He was the top dog, and I tend to do that,” he told Vlad TV about trying to provoke Jay.
Canibus
J. Cole is a big fan of Canibus and has said so on several occasions. On one such occurrence, he even cited Canibus as one of his influences growing up. Surprisingly, Canibus did not take the compliment very well. Soon after, he released “J. Clone,” a diss track. It was a very weird reaction from the rapper, and many wondered why he was trying to start a rap beef. After all, who responds to praise with a diss track? It just didn’t add up. Following backlash from fans, Canibus offered a public apology to J. Cole.
Consequence
A rap beef between Consequence and Kanye West is not something many people expected. In the mid-2000s, they were inseparable, but that drastically changed in 2011. After Consequence got dropped by GOOD Music, the rapper seemed to suddenly have a lot to get off his chest concerning Ye. However, amidst diss tracks like “Everybody Told Me” and interviews where Cons fired shots at him, Kanye did not respond. Subsequently, in 2015, Consequence shared with Vlad TV that he had ended his beef with Ye.
Leading up to the release of their albums in 2007, 50 Cent and Kanye West started a lighthearted fake rap beef. It involved playful banter and marketing stunts from the two to drum up excitement for their albums. For example, 50 Cent claimed he would quit rap if his Curtis didn’t outsell Kanye’s acclaimed album, Graduation. In the end, Kanye did outsell 50 Cent, and that was the end of their interesting rap beef.
Druski says he had fun during the times he’s attended parties hosted by Diddy. Appearing on the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast, the popular comedian explained, however, that he wasn’t at “them parties.” The comments come in the wake of the latest lawsuit filed against Diddy alleging sexual misconduct.
“Yeah, I’ve been in attendance,” Druski admitted as the hosts began to laugh. “That’s all. All I said. That’s all I said. I said ‘I’ve been in attendance.’ ‘I have been in attendance.’” From there, he recalled having fun and explained: “Yeah, I had fun. I mean, it was a party, I wasn’t– I wasn’t at one of them parties, I have been in attendance at a Puff party. You know what I’m saying? I been in attendance. Yeah. Yeah. I went, yeah, okay. But I ain’t, yeah, nah, whatever. I don’t know which parties. The party I went to, it was girls turn up, you know what I’m saying? The regular, you know what I mean? Other celebrities and sh*t.”
CLEVELAND, OHIO – OCTOBER 10: Druski attends the 2023 Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit at Cleveland Public Auditorium on October 10, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Taylor Hill/Getty Images)
The most recent lawsuit plaguing Diddy accuses him of sexually assaulting Rodney Jones. In a statement for TMZ, Diddy’s attorney, Shawn Holley, denied the allegations: “Lil Rod is nothing more than a liar who filed a $30 million lawsuit shamelessly looking for an undeserved payday. His reckless name-dropping about events that are pure fiction and simply did not happen is nothing more than a transparent attempt to garner headlines. We have overwhelming, indisputable proof that his claims are complete lies. Our attempts to share this proof with Mr. Jones’ attorney, Tyrone Blackburn, have been ignored, as Mr. Blackburn refuses to return our calls. We will address these outlandish allegations in court and take all appropriate action against those who make them.”
Druski Speaks On Partying With Diddy
Check out the clip of Druski speaking on his relationship with Diddy above. Be on the lookout for further updates on Druski and Diddy on HotNewHipHop.
During a recent interview, GloRilla had a surprising response to a question about Lil Uzi Vert. She revealed that the rapper is actually her cousin. When pressed further about whether or not she was being serious she doubled down on the claim. Despite her insistence, some fans still don’t believe that she’s serious. One of the top comments on the post expresses that suspicion reading “that n*gga dont know u.”
But it’s what follows in the interview that grabbed fans’ attention even more. When the interviewer presses her on why they don’t have any songs together, she responds that they’re on the way. GloRilla unveils that she and Lil Uzi are actually in the process of cooking up some new music together already. That prospect has fans in the comments even more excited. “Rilla and Uzi on the same track will feed millions” another one of the top comments on the post reads. Check out her revelation in the interview clip below.
GloRilla recently released a new single that’s catching fire. The track is called “Yeah Glo” and it’s clicking with fans and fellow celebs alike. The song made its debut in the back end of the Hot 100 during its first tracking week. This week it made a jump up to a new peak of #86 and doesn’t seem to be going anywhere any time soon.
Both LeBron James and Ciara have cosigned the new song. The former met up with GloRilla following a Lakers game earlier this month. While the latter shared a video of herself living her best life accompanied by the new song. The track has racked up nearly 3.5 million streams in the weeks since it dropped. What do you think of GloRilla claiming that she and Lil Uzi Vert are cousins? Do you believe she’s telling the truth or making a joke at the expense of her audience? Let us know in the comment section below.
Drake is an artist who tries to keep the audiences at his show feeling as positive as possible. On recent tours, he’s been kind enough to give out luxurious designer bags, cash prizes, and even vehicles to random patrons, or people who come to his shows to celebrate after battling cancer. Despite his best efforts, there’s a lot that remaisn outside of the Canadian’s control, including reckless drivers outside the venue. Following his performance in Missouri earlier this month, a mother-daughter duo lost their lives after 22-year-old Monte Henderson sped through a red light.
According to WPDE, the young man was released from jail last Friday (February 23). At the time, he posted $20K, or 10% of his $200K bail, court records obtained by the outlet reveal. Henderson was arrested on two counts of first-degree involuntary manslaughter charges and two counts of armed criminal action. His victims were 42-year-old Laticha “Lety” Bracero and her daughter, 21-year-old Alyssa Cordova. The women were visiting from Chicago to see Drake in downtown St. Louis on Valentine’s Day when they lost their lives while crossing the street.
22-Year-Old Monte Henderson Posts $20K After Double Murder Following Drake Show
“Data retrieved from the Jeep Grand Cherokee indicated that the vehicle was traveling at speeds in excess of 70 mph prior to violating the red traffic signal,” court records notes. “Based on the foregoing and the serious nature of the charges, I believe that the defendant is not likely to appear voluntarily on a summons and is a danger to the community,” one officer wrote.
As the loved ones left behind by Bracero and Cordova continue to grieve their unexpected loss, Drake is likely feeling more grateful than ever for his mother, Sandra Graham’s presence in his life. Ending the most romantic month of the year on a mushy note, he shared a “forever core memory” of the blonde beauty with us on Instagram today. Check that out at the link below, and tap back in with HNHH later for more music/pop culture news updates.
The Zach Wilson era appears to be over in New York. The Jets have granted the embattled QB permission to seek a trade. It’s a move that has been expected since the team owner said that the team “didn’t have a backup quarterback” last season. The team will work closely with Wilson’s agent to try and move the former second-overall pick. It is widely expected that Wilson, who has never settled in the NFL, will garner a late-round pick at most.
However, the Jets are eager to find a quality backup for Aaron Rodgers. “We’re still really early in the offseason, especially when it comes to the veteran backup landscape and market. We’ve had good meetings and good evaluations with the guys that are available, and I think we’re ready to take the next step and see where the market is exactly with these backup quarterbacks,” GM Joe Douglas said this week.
All this comes at the end of a tense year for the Jets. In December, Aaron Rodgers publicly criticized the New York Jets for a number of locker room leaks that appeared to villainize benched quarterback Zach Wilson. “That’s a problem with the organization. We need to get to the bottom of whatever this is coming from and put a stop to it privately, because there’s no place in a winning culture where — and this isn’t the only time. There’s been a bunch of other leaks,” Rodgers told The Pat McAfee Show.
The leaks in question stemmed from an article published by The Athletic. Anonymous locker room sources had told the outlet that Wilson appeared “reluctant” to resume QB1 duties with the Jets all but eliminated from playoff contention. These sources speculated that, much like a college player sitting out a bowl game, Wilson is wary of getting injured before he likely joins a new team next season. Rodgers questioned why someone within the Jets organization would want to “assassinate someone’s character like that report does for Zach”. Furthermore, Rodgers called the rumors “chicken sh-t at its core”.
