Month: August 2023

The Tony winner also took aim at the fashion magazine’s Anna Wintour. Billy Porter Meredith Truax Billy Porter is once again taking aim at Harry Styles‘ appearance on the cover of Vogue in 2020. In an interview with The Telegraph, published Friday (Aug. 11), the 53-year-old Pose star rehashes his negative feelings about Styles becoming

The retired NFL star attended the K-pop group’s Aug. 11 concert at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium. Lisa, Jisoo, Rosé and Jennie of BLACKPINK perform onstage at the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 22, 2023 in Indio, Calif. Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Coachella Tom Brady was spotted at Blackpink‘s sold-out concert in

Jonny Fairplay Cracks Tiki Torch Over Wrestlers … At Tennessee Strip Club 8/13/2023 12:20 AM PT Jonny Fairplay has gone from one reality TV world to another — now, the guy’s doing wrestling gigs, except you won’t see him in WWE … try a strip club. The ex-“Survivor” star made a public appearance last week

Sara Allaby Jamaica Hot Shots Giving You A Rum For Your Money! 8/13/2023 12:30 AM PT Kick back and relax cause this week’s hot shots are spreading all the island vibes because Influencer Sara Allaby … AKA ShoppingBagSara … jammed out in a crazy sexy swimsuit while hanging with her feet in the sands of

Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sanchez ‘Heartbroken’ Over Maui Wildfires … Donate $100 Mil for Relief 8/11/2023 2:28 PM PT Jeff Bezos is taking some much-needed action to help Maui recover and rebuild after the horrific wildfires — not only by donating a huge sum of money, but also by creating a fund to keep the

Kevin Costner Lawyer Slams Estranged Wife … What Don’t You Understand About the Prenup? 8/11/2023 2:35 PM PT Check out how contentious the Kevin Costner/Christine Baumgartner divorce has gotten … here’s the first line of Kevin’s latest filing … “Christine asserts she cannot admit or deny that she understood the Premarital Agreement because she (and

Warner Music Group’s share price didn’t improve much this week, but its 5.6% gain nevertheless led the 21 music stocks in the Billboard Global Music Index. On Tuesday (Aug. 8), Warner Music Group (WMG) reported that its quarterly revenue increased 9% year over year in the fiscal quarter ended June 30. That was music to

The country star & Outer Banks actor were first linked in January. Kelsea Ballerini is letting love in. During her Friday (Aug. 11) appearance on the Today show, the country singer was asked about a recent viral video of her and Chase Stokes kissing before she hit the stage — which prompted her to share

A forced truce sparks romance in the Prime Video romantic comedy ‘Red, White & Royal Blue.’ Nicholas Galitzine and Taylor Zakhar Perez in Prime Video’s “Red, White & Royal Blue.” Jonathan Prime/Prime Video All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail

Alabama Riverboat Brawl Chair Wielding Guy Arrested, Charged 8/11/2023 3:16 PM PT The guy caught on video smashing people over the head with a folding chair in that riverfront brawl in Montgomery, Alabama has just been arrested. The Montgomery Police Department announced Friday that Reggie Ray turned himself in … and he’s been charged with

The Virginia resident is resonating with music listeners, thanks to his song raging against greed and injustice. Oliver Anthony “Rich Men North Of Richmond” Courtesy Photo Virginia country singer Oliver Anthony, a former factory worker, is going viral thanks to his song “Rich Men North of Richmond,” a scathing tale of greed and injustice that

The two legends were friends & collaborators for more than 50 years. Bob Dylan and Robbie Robertson of The Band perform on stage for “The Band’s’ ‘The Last Waltz” concert at the Winterland Ballroom on November 25, 1976 in San Francisco, California. Larry Hulst/Michael Ochs Archives/GI Two days after Robbie Robertson’s death at age 80

Britney Spears I’m Done With Botox Tries Alternative Treatment 8/11/2023 6:06 PM PT Instagram / @britneyspears Britney Spears is swearing off Botox, she says the injections make her face look like someone beat her up … and now she’s going with an alternative cosmetic treatment. The singer hopped on Instagram for a Friday rant about

Desiigner On Thin Ice In Masturbation Case … Admits To Smoking Weed, Not Attending Counseling 8/10/2023 12:21 PM PT Desiigner allegedly admitted to breaking the terms of his pretrial release in the case where he was accused of masturbating on a plane in April … and now he could land behind bars. According to docs

Ray Rice Rolls Through Ravens Camp … Hangs With Beast Mode 8/10/2023 12:43 PM PT Ray Rice returned to his old stomping grounds on Thursday … but he wasn’t the only former star running back hanging out on the Baltimore Ravens sidelines — he was spotted chopping it up with Marshawn Lynch. The Super Bowl

Prosecutors concluded O’Shae Sibley’s death was motivated by anti-Black and anti-LGBTQ bias, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez said. People gather at a memorial for O’Shae Sibley on Aug. 4, 2023 in New York City. Spencer Platt/Getty Images A 17-year-old was indicted on a hate-crime murder charge in a stabbing that followed taunts and confrontation over a group

Mike Posner Growing Through Spiritual Warpath … Life Is Challenging Me 8/10/2023 1:23 PM PT this publication.com Mike Posner says he’s going through some challenges in life, but he’s using the bad times to work on becoming a better person … telling us he’s embarking on a spiritual warpath. We got the singer at LAX and

About sixty employees are set to be impacted, including agents, executives and support staff. Courtesy Photo Amid a production halt during a double strike, major talent agency CAA is undergoing a round of layoffs. About sixty employees are set to be impacted — including agents, executives and support staff — within the next week, a source tells The

How many of these music landmarks have you visited? A panoramic sunrise view of Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado. ipivorje/stock.adobe.com All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.

“I have always maintained my innocence and I always will,” writes Lanez, who was convicted on three felony counts in December. Tory Lanez performs on stage during Wireless Festival 2019 on July 05, 2019 in London. Lorne Thomson/Redferns Following his 10-year prison sentence this week for shooting Megan Thee Stallion, Tory Lanez took to Instagram

The Outlander’s mid-season finale premieres on Friday (Aug. 11). Here are the best ways to watch and stream the Starz series for free without cable. ‘Outlander’ Season 6. Jason Bell/Starz All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the

Brody Jenner I’m A Dad!!! Shares Home Birth Video 8/10/2023 2:19 PM PT Brody Jenner and his pro surfer fiancée, Tia Blanco, are parents for the first time … welcoming their new bundle of joy via a home birth, and they happily shared the moment of truth!!! The happy couple says their new baby girl

Robbie Robertson The Band Guitarist Dead at 80 8/9/2023 12:52 PM PT Robbie Robertson, songwriter and lead guitarist for legendary rock group The Band, is dead … this publication has confirmed. Sources close to Robbie tell us he died Wednesday in Los Angeles after battling prostate cancer for about a year. We’re told he’d been doing

‘Botched’ Star Terry Dubrow My Wife Saved My Life!!! 8/9/2023 1:21 PM PT this publication.com Dr. Terry Dubrow gets emotional thinking about how his wife, Heather, sounded the alarm when he suffered subtle, stroke-like symptoms, and were it not for an argument and her persistence, Terry might not be here today. The “Botched” star was on

The track climbs from No. 2 on the overall Latin airplay tally. Bad Bunny “WHERE SHE GOES” Courtesy Photo A week after Bad Bunny secured his 26th top 10 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart with “Where She Goes,” the Puerto Rican adds a new chart success as the track captures the crown on the Aug.

The event featured performances by Metro Boomin, Coi Leray and Armani White. Nas photographed at Billboard R&B Hip-Hop Live at The Novo on August 8, 2023 in Los Angeles. Sage East Billboard honored the top power players across hip-hop and R&B on Tuesday (Aug. 8) and celebrated 50 historic years of hip-hop at the 2023

The 122-track playlist, of course, is called “Starbucks Lovers.” Taylor Swift performs onstage during “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour” at SoFi Stadium on Aug. 3, 2023 in Inglewood, Calif. Emma McIntyre/TAS23/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management Starbucks is taking “Starbucks lovers” to a whole new level. The popular coffee chain is celebrating the end

Southwest Airlines Mom Suing Over Child Trafficking Claim … Says It Was Racial Profiling, No Need for Cops 8/9/2023 1:53 PM PT The mom suing Southwest Airlines for accusing her of child trafficking says it’s really a case of racial profiling … and adds, there’s a better way to protect kids if the airline would

A master of his craft, Robertson told stories with dramatic resonance and will be remembered as one of the most compelling raconteurs in the history of popular music.   Robbie Robertson Don Dixon Robbie Robertson, who died Wednesday (Aug. 9) at the age of 80, was a road warrior, songwriter and guitar hero who helped shape

Montblanc’s first in-ear headphones were released in early July. Here’s where you can buy the sold-out headphones online. Montblanc All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Last month

‘NYPD Blue’ Star Austin Majors Cause of Death Revealed Accidental Fentanyl OD 8/8/2023 9:42 AM PT Former child star Austin Majors died as a result of a fentanyl overdose … in a trend that’s become all too common. The ex-“NYPD Blue” actor’s autopsy results were released Tuesday by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office

Kaitlyn Bristowe Holding Up After Jason Tartick Split … Says Door Isn’t Closed 👀 8/8/2023 10:07 AM PT BACKGRID “The Bachelorette” alum Kaitlyn Bristowe is opening up about her split from Jason Tartick … and she’s hinting at the possibility of a second chance between them. Kaitlyn shared her post-breakup thoughts Monday at LAX, admitting

The singer will be co-managed by Brandon Creed and Lydia Asrat. Normani attends the 2022 Billboard Women In Music at YouTube Theater on March 2, 2022 in Inglewood, Calif. Frazer Harrison/GI Normani has signed a new management deal. On Monday (Aug. 7), Brandon Creed and Lydia Asrat signed the singer to a co-management deal through

Made In America Festival Canceled For ’23 Lizzo Was Set To Headline 8/8/2023 10:13 AM PT Philly won’t be taking the main stage for Made In America this year, in fact, no one will … as the festival has canceled its 2023 event, citing “severe circumstances.” The star-studded lineup was set to include Metro Boomin

The rapper was convicted in December on three felony counts for shooting Megan in the foot during a late-night altercation in 2020. Tory Lanez performs onstage during 2018 V-103 Winterfest at State Farm Arena on Dec. 15, 2018 in Atlanta. Paras Griffin/Getty Images Tory Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in prison Tuesday (Aug. 8)

Another lap! Extended episodes of RuPaul’s Drag Race season 15 will premiere on Paramount+ on Wednesday (Aug. 9). “You asked for it, and you got it – and we’re thrilled to deliver 90-minute episodes for all of Season 15, showcasing the joy and genius of this legendary cast,” executive producers Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato

Billboard recently ranked the 100 best album covers. Now it’s your turn to pick No. 1. Lana Del Rey, Beyonce, Rihanna, Ramones, Jay Z, Bad Bunny, Bob Marley and The Beatles Mat Hayward/Getty Images; Kevin Winter/PW18/Getty Images for Parkwood Entertainment; Christopher Polk/Getty Images for NARAS; Paul Natkin/Getty Images; Shareif Ziyadat/Getty Images for 40/40 Club; MICHAEL

The 44-year-old star is currently pregnant with her fourth child, her first with husband Travis Barker. Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker attend the UFC 285 event at T-Mobile Arena on March 4, 2023 in Las Vegas. Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Kourtney Kardashian has that pregnancy glow! The 44-year-old The Kardashians star took to

Montgomery Riverboat Brawl 3 White Males Charged with Assault … Cops Consulted with FBI on Hate Crime Possibility 8/8/2023 10:52 AM PT 8/6/23 11:23 AM PT — Montgomery PD says the riverfront brawl has resulted in criminal charges — with three white males getting rung up. However, there’s still more potential charges to come …

Chrisean Rock Swears Off Blueface, in Tears … He Calls BS, Jaidyn Too 8/7/2023 9:35 AM PT Chrisean Rock spent a good chunk of her Sunday pouring her heart out to thousands of her IG followers, vowing she and Blueface will never be together again in any capacity … despite their forthcoming baby together. The

Quavo Honors Takeoff 🚀 While Giving Back to Hundreds of ATL Kids 8/7/2023 9:43 AM PT Quavo recently pushed his “Rocket Power” album back a bit, but he’s still busy hosting his 2nd “Ultimate Back 2 School Giveback” … which benefitted 270+ Atlanta local families!!! The event, held at The Gathering Spot in Atlanta, was

Pop any of these new tracks into your regular rotation, or listen to all of them in our custom playlist. LAUV Vince Aung* Looking for some motivation to help power you through the start of another work week? We feel you, and with some stellar new pop tunes, we’ve got you covered. Explore See latest videos, charts

‘Exorcist’ Director William Friedkin Dead at 87 8/7/2023 10:15 AM PT UPDATE 11:39 AM PT — Sources with direct knowledge tell this publication William Friedkin died from pneumonia. William Friedkin, the famed filmmaker who directed “The Exorcist,” has died. The news was confirmed Monday by his wife, Sherry Lansing, who says he passed in L.A. —

Several artists graced the Lolla stages at Chicago’s Grant Park from Aug. 3-6 to deliver show stopping performances. Karol G performs at Lollapalooza at Grant Park on August 3, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Ismael Quintanilla III for Lollapalooza Another Lollapalooza is officially in the books! The 2023 festival kicked off at Grant Park in Chicago

The Spanish singer/songwriter posted a message on Instagram after hearing rumors of his death. Jose Luis Perales performs as part of his tour Calma at Centro de Bellas Artes on Feb. 12, 2017 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. GV Cruz/WireImage Español Contrary to reports published Monday afternoon (Aug. 7) by multiple media outlets, Spanish singer/songwriter

“There is no Travis Scott without Kanye West,” Scott told the crowd. Travis Scott performs with Kanye West at FYF Fest 2015 at LA Sports Arena & Exposition Park on Aug. 22, 2015 in Los Angeles. Brian Gove/WireImage Travis Scott celebrated his Billboard 200-topping album Utopia on Monday (Aug. 7) with a performance at Rome’s

Billboard News’ Tetris Kelly takes you inside the special Taylor Swift pop-up “I Can See You (Taylor’s Version)” exhibit at the GRAMMY Museum. Tetris Kelly Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour has landed here in LA and the Grammy Museum is celebrating with a pop-up — we’re taking you inside. Tetris Kelly Taylor Swift recently dropped

Aqib Talib’s Brother Sentenced To 37 Years In Prison … For Youth Football Coach Murder 8/7/2023 10:17 AM PT Aqib Talib’s brother, Yaqub Talib, has been sentenced to 37 years behind bars for his role in the shooting of a youth football coach last summer. Yaqub learned his fate inside a Dallas County courtroom on

‘Vanderpump Rules’ Stars Confident Rachel’s Not Returning … For Season 11 8/6/2023 12:15 AM PT Rachel Leviss’ possible return to “Vanderpump Rules” remains shrouded in mystery … but as filming keeps rolling along, her costars are becoming convinced she won’t join the fold. Sources connected to the hit reality show tell this publication … ‘VPR’ cast

‘Euphoria’ Star Javon Walton Gunning To Be Boxing Champion … After Signing With Jake Paul’s MVP Promotions 8/6/2023 12:40 AM PT TMZSports.com You may know him as Ashtray from “Euphoria,” but Javon “Wanna” Walton is out to make a name for himself in a completely different industry … telling this publication Sports his goal is to

‘NAKED AND AFRAID’ CONTESTANT Parasites Attached To My Penis … I’m Super Tick-Ed Off!!! 8/6/2023 12:50 AM PT There’s a big downside to sleeping naked in the jungle, and these “Naked and Afraid” contestants are experiencing it firsthand … ticks absolutely love genitals!!! The painful lesson unfolds on the upcoming episode of Discovery’s “Naked And

“All proceeds will go to charity for veterans,” Musk wrote on social media. Elon Musk attends TIME Person of the Year on December 13, 2021 in New York City. Theo Wargo/GI for TIME Elon Musk says his potential in-person fight with Mark Zuckerberg would be streamed on his social media site X, formerly known as

“Social media posts have suggested his death was intentional. I want you to know that is not the case,” Lisa Cloud wrote in a note on Facebook. Angus Cloud attends BODEGA x DIESEL: The Unofficial Official Basel Gift Shop Party at La Otra on December 05, 2019 in Miami, Florida. Craig Barritt/Getty Images Angus Cloud‘s

From Dua Lipa and Selena Gomez to Frank Ocean and Paul McCartney, here are all the celebrities who have made appearances at Beyoncé’s Renaissance tour stops. Beyoncé performs onstage during the opening night of the “RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR” at Friends Arena on May 10, 2023 in Stockholm, Sweden. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Parkwood Beyoncé‘s Renaissance

“Lizzo was kind to me and others for a decade before she was ‘cool,'” the art pop singer wrote. Grimes attends The 2021 Met Gala Celebrating In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on Sept. 13, 2021 in New York City. Theo Wargo/GI Grimes is showing support for Lizzo after the

Pop Smoke Rapper’s Murder Has Connection to Dead Body Found in Barrel 8/6/2023 1:00 AM PT Cops are investigating the connection between Pop Smoke’s murder and a dead body found in a barrel on the beach in Malibu … this publication has learned. KTLA 5 The barrel, containing the naked body of Javonnta Murphy, washed ashore

Eli Manning Check Out My Retirement Bod … Bro Sesh W/ Shaun O’Hara 8/4/2023 1:56 PM PT Tom Brady ain’t the only quarterback staying in great shape in retirement — ’cause Eli Manning is lookin’ like he’s ready to make a comeback … showing off his solid physique while on vacation with his friends!! The

Twitch Streamer Kai Cenat Taken Into Custody … After NYC Giveaway Sparks Mayhem 8/4/2023 3:08 PM PT Twitch Streamer Kai Cenat took to the streets of NYC, hoping to put on a huge giveaway … but it resulted in all-out pandemonium, and him getting hauled off by cops. It all went down at Union Square

Anitta was as unfiltered as ever, sharing crazy anecdotes about her personal life and career. Anitta on ‘Hot Ones.’ Courtesy Photo Español Anitta is the latest act to take on the challenge of eating spicy wings in a new episode of Hot Ones. “I think it’s going to be a nightmare,” she told host Sean

Drake Places $250K Bet On Paul To Lose To Diaz … Wager Pays $1 Million!!! 8/4/2023 6:02 PM PT Drake is picking sides in the upcoming Jake Paul and Nate Diaz fight … placing a bet on The Problem Child to fall short … and judging by the massive wager, Champagne Papi’s feeling confident. Drizzy

With 15 of its 21 stocks in negative territory, the Billboard Global Music Index dropped 1.9%. SM Entertainment Building (Headquarter) in Seoul. SOPA Images/LiaKim Jae-Hwan/SOPA Images/LightRocket/GIghtRocket via Gett SM Entertainment’s second quarter earnings, which were announced Wednesday (Aug. 2), helped shares of the K-pop music company, home to such acts as NCT Dream and Red

He ends a three-month lock on the top spot by Luke Combs and Morgan Wallen. Jelly Roll at Billboard Country Power Players held at Marathon Music Works on June 6, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. Michael Buckner Jelly Roll scores his second consecutive and total No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart with “Need a Favor.”

AC/DC’s “It’s a Long Way to the Top” felt an appropriate choice of lights-down intro music for Metallica‘s concert at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Friday night (August 4) — the first show of the U.S. leg of the band’s M72 World Tour, and the first of two shows they’d play at the venue

Shop with Cici! The “How We Roll” singer chats with ‘Billboard’ about her skincare line, OAM Skin. Ciara arrives at the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party held at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 12, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California. Alberto Rodriguez for Variety All products and services featured are independently

Sporty Summer Stars … Wet ‘N Wild Activities! 8/5/2023 12:01 AM PT Stars have ditched the chlorine pools and watered down Summer 2023 with some action-packed adventure while living out their H2O fantasies! From wakeboarding at the lake to scuba diving in the tropics, come explore the open waters with the stars who aren’t shying

Leah Remini Dragged By Church of Scientology for Lawsuit … Calls Her ‘Bigot,’ ‘Toxic’ 8/3/2023 2:23 PM PT The Church of Scientology is clapping back at former member Leah Remini, dragging her for a lawsuit against them — something the Church claims is total BS. In an intense statement issued to this publication from the church

Angus Cloud Candlelight Vigil at Oakland Mural 8/3/2023 2:45 PM PT Angus Cloud got an emotional send-off … in the form of a candlelight vigil in his hometown. The vigil went down Wednesday night at the Oakland mural that just went up honoring the late “Euphoria” star. @madebydarin / @kalonstadamonsta / @danirose.a Local artist Darin