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When We All Vote for the event.The June 27 show--executive produced by Shawn Gee (Live Nation Urban), the Roots' Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson and Tariq Trotter (Two One Five Entertainment) and Dan Parise (DPS)--will be hosted by Quest, Black Thought and Obama, with sets from The Roots, H.E.R., Roddy Ricch, Lil Baby, SZA, Kirk Franklin, Snoh Aalegra, Earthgang, G Herbo, Polo G, D Nice and Musiq Soulchild (backed by The Roots).Lin-Manuel Miranda, Chris Paul, Tom Hanks, Liza Koshy, Kerry Washington,

performances, summits and panels from Bruno Mars, John Legend, Patti Labelle, Swizz Beatz, Estelle, Doug E Fresh, BBD, Nas, Andra Day, Master P, Tank and The Bangas, PJ Morton, India.Arie, Kelis, Kirk Franklin, The Clark Sisters, Egypt Sherrod and more.Leading a special tribute to the city of New Orleans will be Mayor LaToya Cantrell,PJ Morton, Big Freedia, Irma Thomas, Tank and The Bangas and Big 6 Brass Band.

On Sunday (May 31), as protesters took to the streets for another day against police brutality, Kirk Franklin went live on Instagram in his studio with Fred Hammond, Bishop T.D. Jakes, Tamela Mann, and Marvin Sapp to infuse some inspiration into the day.

Gospel singers Kirk Franklin and Fred Hammond turned the latest 'Verzuz' battle into a much-needed healing session amid a painful week.After the death of George Floyd and the nationwide protests that have followed, Franklin and Hammond -- wearing coordinating "I Can't Breathe" and "I Can't Breathe Again" statement shirts -- went live with their uplifting music Sunday night (May 31) on Instagram.

We need some Kirk Franklin in our life right now!

Following the unlawful killing of George Floyd and the consequent nationwide protests, gospel singers Kirk Franklin and Fred Hammond plan to bring healing for their Verzuz battle on Sunday, May 31.

Keedron Bryant has given voice to what many people are feeling these days in the wake of the police-related death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. The 12-year-old singer has drawn praise, and millions of views, for his moving a cappella perf

For King & Country unveiled the hopeful music video for their new single "Together" on Monday (May 4).With assists from Tori Kelly and Kirk Franklin, the emotive clip features stories of people around the world affected by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and life in the age of social distancing."If you're lookin' for hope tonight, raise your hand/ If you're feelin' alone and don't understand/ If you're fighting in the fight of your life, then stand/ We're gonna make it through this hand in

BET will be hosting a star-studded Saving Our Selves: A BET COVID-19 Relief Effort special on Wednesday (April 22), hosted by Anthony Anderson, Kelly Rowland, Terrence J and Regina Hall.

BET will be hosting a star-studded Saving Our Selves: A BET COVID-19 Relief Effort special on Wednesday (April 22), hosted by Anthony Anderson, Kelly Rowland, Terrence J and Regina Hall.

DJ Khaled, Charlie Wilson, Chance the Rapper, Kirk Franklin, Fantasia and Melvin Crispell III are slated to perform in a special BET show that will assist people of color in dealing with the coronavirus.The Saving Our Selves: A BET COVID-19 Relief Effort broadcast special will air April 22 at 8 p.m. ET.The special will be hosted by singer and actress Kelly Rowland, TV personality Terrence J and actress Regina Hall.

Roommates, one of the best ways to pass the time as we continue to be locked down due to the coronavirus, is tuning into the various Instagram battles with some of the best in the music industry. The legendary Missy Elliott has an idea for the next battle—and she wants gospel icons Kirk Franklin and Donnie McClurkin front and center.

At this year's Grammys, Ava DuVernay introduced Meek Mill, DJ Khaled, John Legend, Roddy Ricch, Kirk Franklin, and YG to the stage for their tribute to the late Nipsey Hussle. The Hollywood Reporter states that DuVernay will take her involvement with the rapper, who was shot and killed in 2019, by working on a documentary alongside his family.

Kirk Franklin notches his 12th top 10 on Billboard's Gospel Airplay chart, as "Just for Me" climbs 11-10 on the Feb. 1-dated list. The song follows "Love Theory," which became Franklin's six

John Legend collected yet another Grammy last night, winning his eleventh trophy alongside DJ Khaled and the late Nipsey Hussle for the song "Higher." (Legend paid tribute to Hussle alongside Meek Mill, Roddy Ricch, Kirk Franklin, DJ Khaled, and YG with a performance at the awards show.) And Legend and Chrissy Teigen knew exactly how to celebrate: By dancing and singing to Ariana Grande's "NASA" while getting ready for the after party.

The tragic deaths of basketball superstar Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna on Sunday shocked the world and prompted a flood of tributes devastated fans in Los Angeles and far beyond. Kanye West's Sunday Service, a weekly Christian gathering and gospel concert, contained tributes to the Bryants with Kanye West, Chance The Rapper, and Kirk Franklin all performing.

Kanye West found his own way to honor the life of Kobe Bryant.

Kanye West, Chance the Rapper, and Kirk Franklin held a Sunday Service gospel performance last night. During his segment, West paid tribute to the late Kobe Bryant, singing, “I was driving home/They was leaving your jersey on the freeway, and I just broke down, broke down, broke down.” In addition, Chance rapped his verse from “Ultralight Beam.” Watch footage (captured via Kim Kardashian West’s Instagram Stories) below.

Kanye West, 42, gathered friends and family on January 26 for a special Sunday Service to honor Kobe Bryant, just hours after the 41-year-old NBA legend and his teenage daughter died in a helicopter crash. Along with Chance the Rapper and Kirk Franklin, Kanye eulogized his fallen friend with emotional speeches, songs, and moments of prayer.

Kanye West was a noted Kobe Bryant fan. The duo connected on multiple occasions, and Ye was even in the building for Kobe's last game ever back in 2016. With society in mourning following Bryant and his daughter's shocking deaths, West hosted a post-Grammys Sunday Service at midnight in Burbank Calif. early Monday (Jan. 27) to begin the healing process.

Kim Kardashian attended a special Sunday Service gathering in honour of her late friend Kobe Bryant on Sunday evening.

Ending the night on a positive note. Kanye West held his Sunday Service at midnight following the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant and this year’s somber Grammy Awards.

Kobe passed away in a helicopter crash

John Legend orchestrated a star-studded tribute to Nipsey Hussle at the Grammy Awards.

Kirk Franklin,DJ Khaled,John Legend,Meek Mill,Roddy RicchandYG came together to posthumously honor Nipsey Hussle at the 62ndGrammy Awards on Sunday.Hussle was killed outside of his South Los Angeles clothing store in March 2019. The musician was shot multiple times and was rushed to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

John Legend, YG and DJ Khaled performed a medley of songs alongside Meek Mill, Roddy Ricch and Kirk Franklin as part of the Grammy Awards tribute to Nipsey Hussle.

Nipsey Hussle, posthumously nominated for three awards at the 2020 Grammys, was the subject of a touching tribute performance at the 2020 Grammys. John Legend, DJ Khaled, Meek Mill, Roddy Ricch, YG, and Kirk Franklin performed in honor of the fallen rapper, who was killed last year in California.

The marathon continues at the 2020 GRAMMYs!

Late rapper Nipsey Hussle was honored at the 2020 Grammy Awards with a star-studded tribute performance just hours after winning his first Grammy posthumously.

The marathon continues at the 2020 GRAMMYs!

Rest in power.

Tonight at the 2020 Grammys, Meek Mill, DJ Khaled, John Legend, YG, Roddy Ricch, and Kirk Franklin all took to the stage for a tribute to the late rapper Nipsey Hussle. The performance opened with Meek and Roddy before transitioning into “Higher,” DJ Khaled’s song with Nipsey and John Legend. YG, donning all red, appeared on stage to perform afterwards.

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New dad DJ Khaled, John Legend and Meek Mill will lead a tribute to slain rapper Nipsey Hussle at the Grammy Awards on Sunday (January 26, 2020).

The marathon continues.

The late Nipsey Hussle will be honored at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards with a heavy performance, the Recording Academy announced on Tuesday (Jan. 21). The tribute set for next Sunday (Jan. 26) will feature appearances from Kirk Franklin, DJ Khaled, John Legend, Meek Mill, Roddy Ricch and YG.