The art of naming a royal baby is incredibly delicate, especially if that baby is destined to one day be King or Queen. Almost every royal name has at least one, if not more, links to previous royals.
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Boy George has written that he’s “never gonna be friends” with Janet Jackson, calling her “unfriendly” in his new memoir, Karma: The Definitive Autobiography.The Culture Club singer, whose autobiography was released in November 2023, wrote about his first encounter with contemporary Janet Jackson. The pair met backstage while taping an episode for the American music variety show, Solid Gold, in 1983.Recounting that he approached her “without [his] face on”, George stated that Jackson did not return his congeniality.
“She wasn’t friendly and didn’t try to be,” he wrote. “But I just walked off and got myself into my best ‘Boy George’ and was walking around backstage to make sure I was seen by everyone.”He added that when a cameraman later approached him for a message to leave Jackson, he said: “Next time you meet someone, be nice.” Afterward, when George was ushered to Jackson’s dressing room, Jackson stated that she did not recognise him earlier, which prompted him to ask: “‘Are you saying you would have been nice to me if you knew who I was?’ We parted on awkward terms.”George’s first encounter with Jackson was not the only recollection of a run-in with her in the book.
He also noted that when he ran into her on an episode of Top Of The Pops, the ‘Rhythm Nation’ singer “looked straight to him”.In an interview with People magazine, George stated that he had no issues publicly disclosing his negative encounters with fellow stars. “When you write a book like this, there’s a chance you’re going to bump into someone that you’ve written about,” he told the publication.“I have to say what I’ve written about people is the truth of what happened and how they behaved.
So I’m kind of comfortable with that. I’m always someone who’s
.The art of naming a royal baby is incredibly delicate, especially if that baby is destined to one day be King or Queen. Almost every royal name has at least one, if not more, links to previous royals.
T-Pain has revealed that he once wrote and produced a collaboration with Michael Jackson and Usher – but it was eventually shelved.Earlier this week, the Tallahassee polymath posted a video to his social media channels, explaining how the unreleased collaboration was leaked – making Jackson reluctant to hop on the soulful track.“We are about to listen to a song that I wrote and produced that was meant for me, Usher, and Michael Jackson,” T-Pain began. “And then the person that was in charge of doing the references and the person that sang it got too excited and was like, ‘N***a, I’m on a song with Michael Jackson and Usher and T-Pain!’“Then he released it and then Michael Jackson was like, ‘Nah, never mind.
Mary J. Blige has clarified that her inclusion in the lineup poster for Las Vegas’ Lovers & Friends festival “was an error”, and will not be performing there.The R&B singer took to her Instagram stories today (January 26), two days after Lovers & Friends festival revealed their 2024 edition’s lineup on Instagram.
Michael Jackson’s father, Joe Jackson, in an upcoming biopic based on the King of Pop.According to a Variety report, Domingo will play Joe Jackson in the upcoming film alongside Michael’s nephew Jaafar and 9-year-old Juliano Krue Valdi – both of whom will play an adult and child version of Michael respectively.Domingo said of his casting via Variety: “It’s exciting to do it with Jaafar. Jermaine Jackson’s son is playing Michael, and he is breathtaking, and I think Graham King, the producer, has assembled an incredible cast.”He added: “I’m excited to be a part of a film that explores both the complicated soul of the legendary Michael Jackson as well as his impact on music and culture as a global icon.
Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Fresh off receiving his first Oscar nomination, Colman Domingo has been cast as Joe Jackson, the father of Michael Jackson, in the Antoine Fuqua-directed biopic “Michael.” The casting announcement comes after the news Jackson’s real-life nephew Jaafar would portray the King of Pop, with 9-year-old Juliano Krue Valdi tackling the singer during his early days. “It’s exciting to do it with Jaafar,” Domingo tells Variety exclusively during an upcoming episode of the Awards Circuit Podcast.
Tina Knowles is setting the record straight after liking a shady Instagram post comparing Janet Jackson‘s concert ticket prices to Beyonce‘s.
Beyoncé‘s mother, Tina Knowles, has explained why she liked a negative post about Janet Jackson on social media.Yesterday (January 23), Knowles took to her official Instagram page to address why she was trending on social media after liking a post that criticised the price of Jackson’s concert tickets.“What a joke….they add $1000 (£780) for a 15 second meet & greet again. No front row for fans unless you want to bend over so they can continue to rake in the cash,” began the post that Knowles liked.It continued, “You want Beyoncé prices, have real production.
Lovers and Friends is, it feels appropriate.On Saturday, May 4, the annual nostalgia extravaganza returns to the Las Vegas Festival Grounds for a day featuring some of the biggest names in early-aughts pop, R&B, Hip-Hop and more.Just a few of those mega headliners include Janet Jackson, Usher, Backstreet Boys, Lil Wayne and Snoop Dogg.They’ll be joined by Gwen Stefani, Alicia Keys, Nas, Mary J. Blige and Ludacris.Nelly Furtado, Akon, T-Pain, Ja Rule and M.I.A.
Steven J. Horowitz Senior Music Writer Usher, Janet Jackson and Backstreet Boys are just a few of the acts slated to perform at this year’s Lovers & Friends festival. The event, which will return to the Las Vegas Festival Grounds on May 4, will also feature a substantial slate of artists on the bill, including Snoop Dogg, Gwen Stefani, Nas, Alicia Keys, Nelly Furtado, Ludacris, Mary J.
Rochelle Humes has confirmed that I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here winner Sam Thompson's latest tale about her husband was a 'true story' after he left Marvin "pi**ed off". On the latest episode of his podcast with best pal Pete Wicks, Sam spoke about a recent phone exchange he had with former campmate Marvin.
claimed that Madonna is “too full of herself” to ever acknowledge him.The “Karma Chameleon” hitmaker, 62, has seemingly reignited his feud with the “Material Girl” songstress, 65, as he recalled some encounters he’s had with her in the past.Writing in his memoir “Karma: My Autobiography,” the Culture Club frontman detailed a specific exchange he had with the Queen of Pop years ago.“This is where Madonna alleges she met me, and I was bitchy,” he wrote in an excerpt shared with People, adding that Madonna remembers him “head to toe in Westwood,” but he was exclusively wearing Sue Clowes at the time.To the “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me” hitmaker’s recollection, that couldn’t have been him.He then recalled another encounter he had with Madonna at a New York City club called Palladium.“Madonna arrived with Sean Penn and pretended she didn’t see me,” he alleged. “Madonna is everything it says on the tin but she adds new ingredients every day.” (Madonna and Penn, 63, married in 1985 and split two years later.)“I know for a fact she’s too full of herself to even mention me.
Boy George’s new memoir, Karma: The Definitive Autobiography, has revealed more details of encounters with fellow pop stars – this time about Madonna.The Culture Club singer began by writing about his first time meeting Madonna. “This is where Madonna alleges she met me, and I was bitchy,” he wrote in an excerpt shared with PEOPLE. He added that while Madonna claims to have seen him dressed “head to toe in [Vivienne] Westwood” attire, he was actually exclusively wearing Sue Clowes garments at the time, making him suspect that she was interacting with a different person.He then wrote about a later encounter with the ‘Like A Virgin’ singer, this time at a New York City club called Palladium.
Maybe it’s the fact that he’s worked in Hollywood for decades now, but Vincent D’Onofrio isn’t shy of talking about his Marvel work. Unlike some of the younger actors who avoid Marvel questions like the plague, the Kingpin actor is happy to shed some light on the behind-the-scenes stuff going on at Marvel Studios.
Janet Jackson has announced the latest leg of her ‘Together Again’ summer tour, which will see her perform across North America with Nelly as support.The ‘Rhythm Nation’ singer’s massive tour will kick off on June 4 in Palm Desert, California’s Acrisure Arena, before seeing her perform in 33 cities including five other Californian cities, Denver, Chicago, Cincinnati, before finally concluding with a date in Phoenix, Arizona’s Footprint Center on July 30. On all dates, Nelly has been listed as Jackson’s support act.
Janet Jackson just announced a second ‘Together Again Tour,’ this time with special guest Nelly.Last year, the “Rhythm Nation” singer toured with Ludacris from April through June 2023; in 2024, she’ll hit venues all over North America from March through July.That includes stops at Darien Center, NY’s Darien Lake Amphitheater on Friday, July 5, Newark, NJ’s Prudential Center on Tuesday, July 9 and Brooklyn’s Barclays Center on Wednesday, July 10.“She still dances with the type of effortless, sweat-free ease that’s made her such a standout in all eras of her career,” Rolling Stone raved in a review of last year’s tour.And if you want to see the famed pop icon rock like it’s 1989, you can grab tickets for all 39 concerts on her 2024 calendar as soon as today.Although inventory isn’t available on Ticketmaster until Friday, Jan. 19, fans who want to ensure they have tickets ahead of time can purchase on sites like Vivid Seats before tickets are officially on sale.Vivid Seats is a secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.They have a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and will be delivered before the event.A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to buy tickets can be found below.In 2023, the 57-year-old pop legend went all out at shows putting on ambitious four-act concerts complete with encores.For a closer look at what she played, check out all the tacks that made the set list at her Oct.
When it comes to keeping your teeth clean, all the flossing and rinsing in the world won’t make a difference if your brushing isn’t up to scratch, which is why most of us have made the switch from a regular toothbrush to an electric one. An electric brush is the best way to ensure your teeth are getting a proper clean, as they can manage a much higher level and number of brush strokes than a regular one, getting rid of plaque and bacteria much quicker and more effectively – not to mention they’re quicker and easier to use than a manual one.
If you're someone that suffers with sensitive skin, this cold weather is likely leaving you feeling chapped and irritated with a red and angry appearance. It can be scary when looking to expand your skincare arsenal as many products can leave you feeling deflated with increased sensibility and flare ups - and you're not alone.
Frank Skinner, Caroline Rhea and Elaine C Smith are among those on the line-up for a comedy festival in the “funniest city in the world”, organisers have announced.
Boy George is spilling tea about what allegedly went down when he met Janet Jackson and Tina Turner.
“Chameleon.”Boy George has no shame about transforming his physique at the age of 62.The British singer opened up in his new memoir, “Karma,” about getting a tummy tuck and taking the weight loss drug Mounjaro.The Culture Club band member said the cosmetic procedure was “the most painful thing” he ever underwent.The “Love Is Love” singer also revealed he had three hair transplants between 2015 and 2018, just before tightening up his belly.Following the tummy tuck, George “went on tour straight after with Cyndi Lauper with the blood bag attached.”George explained that he went under the knife after losing 98 pounds due to the metabolic balance diet and needed to get rid of his extra skin.“When anyone asks about my scar I say I had twins by Cesarean. I’ve never had Botox, though, and I might be the only person in show business with my own face,” he wrote.