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Billy Porter spoke out in support of the black LGBTQ+ community amid ongoing protests against police brutality and racism across the U.S.The Pose actor took to Instagram and called out a number of communities for past events and transgressions that have led the country to “the tipping point”, in an almost 17-minute-long video. “This country was built on thievery, violence, genocide and slavery, period,” the 50-year-old said.

Jade Thirlwall has blasted “lazy” journalists for continually confusing the singer with her Little Mix bandmate Leigh-Anne Pinnock and vice versa.The 27-year-old called out writers at MSN after a picture of Pinnock, who is of Bajan and Jamaican ancestry, was used to accompany an online article about Thirlwall, as she discussed how being bullied at school for her Arab heritage had prompted her to stay silent about her race in the early days of the girl group.

Sharon Osbourne feels free after swapping her signature red locks for a platinum hue.The 67-year-old host made the leap to become silvery white back in February, after decades of having her auburn hair dyed a vibrant shade of red. Sharon decided to make a change when she realised she resented having her hair coloured every week.“Then it’d just bleed.

Jessica Alba has been doing daily face masks with her children during lockdown.The actress has been self-isolating at home in Los Angeles with her husband Cash Warren and their children – daughters Honor, 11, Haven, eight, and two-year-old son Hayes.But rather than trying to find time on her own to do face masks, Jessica gets all of her kids involved.“I do face masks every day. I’ve never done more masks in my life.

Warner Music Group (WMG) bosses have set aside $100 million (£79 million) to help combat racism in the music industry.Company officials launched the fund for charitable causes “related to the music industry, social justice and campaigns against violence and racism,” following calls from stars including The Weeknd to take action amid ongoing protests against racial injustice across the U.S.The fund, which has been established in collaboration with the Blavatnik Family Foundation – the charitable

Diana Ross was reduced to tears after hearing daughter Tracee Ellis Ross’s songs from her new movie The High Note.The 47-year-old appears as singer Grace Davis in the feature and, speaking to Britain’s Daily Mail newspaper, she opened up about the I’m Coming Out hitmaker’s reaction to her vocal recordings. While Diana hadn’t seen the movie at the time of the conversation, Tracee recalled: “I picked her up and we sat in my car.

Snoop Dogg will exercise his right to vote for the first time ever this year.In an interview with The Real 92.3, the rapper revealed that he’s never voted before because he thought past criminals were not eligible to do so.“For many years, it had me brainwashed thinking that you couldn’t vote because you had a criminal record,” he shared, according to the New York Post’s gossip column Page Six.However, the Drop It Like It’s Hot star added that this November he’s going to change that, and vowed

Alicia Keys is certain ditching dairy and bread from her diet has made a huge difference to her skin.The singer-songwriter hit headlines back in 2016 when she first began attending events wearing little to no make-up and has continued with her cosmetics-free stance ever since.Opening up about her morning beauty regime in a new video for Vogue.com, Alicia explained how eliminating certain foods has positively impacted her complexion.“I’ve cut out dairy… and also, believe it or not, getting rid of

Lupita Nyong’o likes to break the rules when it comes to her beauty and style choices.Oscar-winning actress Lupita discussed her red carpet looks in an interview with Allure magazine, and said she relished being adventurous with her make-up and hair.“Because I like to exercise my freedom – I’m lucky to be free.

Emily Ratajkowski’s husband Sebastian Bear-McClard has apologised for using the N-word.The Uncut Gems film producer admitted to using the racial epithet after a writer for Black Entertainment Television (BET) called him out about the incident on social media. “I used a word casually like it was mine to use,” Bear-McClard wrote on Twitter in an apology on Thursday.

Basketball legend Michael Jordan and officials behind his athletic brand have pledged $100 million (£79 million) over the next decade to fight racial injustice.Days after the sports hero made a rare political statement expressing his deep pain and anger at the police brutality which led to the death of African-American man George Floyd in Minnesota, he joined forces with Jordan Brand executives to announce plans to support organisations working towards “ensuring racial equality, social justice

Director Sam Mendes has implored British government officials to put together a “rescue package” to save the U.K. theatre industry in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.The Covid-19 outbreak has brought the live events sector to a standstill since March, and without productions to put on, many venues and companies are facing the prospect of going out of business – unless authorities step in and lend their support.

Kelly Clarkson and LL Cool J have vented their fury at New York police after two officers were filmed forcefully shoving a 75-year-old peaceful protester to the ground.The incident involved members of the Buffalo Police Department, whose use of excessive force during Black Lives Matter demonstrations this week caused the elderly activist to stumble and hit the back of his head, leaving him with a bloody wound as other police officials, all wearing riot gear, walked by without offering their

Serena Williams’ husband Alexis Ohanian has resigned as a Reddit boardmember and called on officials to fill his seat with a black candidate to help “curb racial hate”.The tech mogul, who co-founded the social news aggregation site, announced the move in an impassioned statement on Friday, revealing he wanted to do more to support the black community in honour of Alexis Olympia, the two-year-old daughter he shares with tennis icon Williams, who is black.

Riverdale creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa has vowed to make the hit show more diverse.Actress Vanessa Morgan, who has played Toni Topaz in the hit comic book show since 2017, aired her grievances with bosses at The CW programme on Twitter on Sunday amid the Black Lives Matter protests following the shocking death of African-American man George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis cops on 25 May.

Johnny Depp has issued subpoenas to collect any communication his ex-wife Amber Heard may have had with a number of charities following the couple’s divorce.The Pirates of the Caribbean star is requesting all documents and communication Heard may have had with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles regarding donations that were made following the couple’s split, as his legal team questions about how much money she transferred to the non-profits.

Zoe Kravitz made her rocker father Lenny proud by joining protesters at a Black Lives Matter demonstration in London.The Big Little Lies star has been laying low in the British capital ever since the coronavirus pandemic shut down production on her upcoming superhero movie The Batman, and on Wednesday, Zoe shared a photo of herself joining fellow social justice advocates at a rally following the recent death of George Floyd at the hands of a white police officer in Minnesota.In the photo, the

Liam Gallagher is auctioning off an old MTV Europe Music Award from his Oasis heyday to raise money for hunger relief efforts amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.The British rocker claimed the prize back in 1996, when Wonderwall was named Best Song at the annual ceremony. However, Liam is now parting ways with the gong for a good cause.

Selena Gomez has invited civil rights leaders to take over her Instagram account and use the platform to protest racism and police brutality. The popstar has decided she’s not the right person to speak out on Black Lives Matter issues, and accordingly, has recruited academics and activists to offer her fans and followers insights into the problems that have sparked major global protests in the past week.

Tiger King star Joe Exotic is hoping U.S. President Donald Trump will grant him a pardon.The incarcerated former zookeeper, who found fame on Netflix docuseries Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness, sent the three-page letter to podcaster Josh Belcher, asking for it to be read on his Uncharted show.

Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock has been scolded by her mum for going topless in promotional images for her swimwear line In’A’Seashell. The 28-year-old launched the brand with her pal Gabrielle Urquhart last year, and during the coronavirus lockdown, has been involved in promoting their pieces by posing in various bikinis at home and posting them on Instagram.

Ellie Goulding has pledged to take racism more seriously in light of a week of Black Lives Matter protests around the world.In a message posted to her social media accounts, the Burn singer admitted she is “ashamed” that she didn’t listen more when victims of racial abuse and profiling were speaking to her. Accordingly, Ellie is now determined to become a better ally.

Bruce Springsteen shared a powerful tribute to George Floyd during the latest episode of his weekly radio show.

Alexa Chung has responded to Melania Trump wearing her one of her coat dresses.The First Lady of America was photographed on the steps of the White House with her husband Donald Trump in March last year when they met the Czech Republic Prime Minister Andrej Babis and his wife Monika Babisova. Melania was wearing a dark green leather double-breasted coat dress from Alexa’s eponymous label, that was cinched in at the waist with a belt, and retailed for $1,585 (£1,252).

Kevin Hart and Tyrese Gibson led calls for change after attending George Floyd’s memorial service at North Central University in Minneapolis on Thursday.The stars received shoutouts for their support as they mourned Floyd’s shocking death alongside his family and friends, after the African-American man was killed at the hands of white police officers in Minneapolis, Minnesota on 25 May.

Spanish singer Rosalia has been “so passionate” about nail art for years. The 26-year-old, who won a Grammy earlier this year for her second album El Mal Querer, is known for rocking extravagant and statement nails, such as the long, razor-sharp talons covered in silver rhinestones she wore to the annual music ceremony in January.

Vanessa Morgan will only wear clothes made by black designers on the red carpet from now on.Earlier this week, the Riverdale actress took to Twitter to announce that she will be making changes to the way she dresses in the future, and also called on aspiring fashion creatives to get in touch with her. “From now on any red carpet or event, I will be wearing and supporting Black designers.

Billie Eilish has opened up about her body confidence struggles.The 18-year-old discussed her issues surrounding body image in a new interview with British GQ magazine and opened up about her battle to accept herself after a tumultuous few years. “I still have huge issues with my own body,” the Bad Guy hitmaker explained.

Leonardo DiCaprio plans to put his platform to good use and has pledged his support to the Black Lives Matter movement.The Revenant actor took to Instagram on Thursday to share a statement in support of the fight against racial injustice, as protests continue worldwide following the death of African-American man George Floyd at the hands of white cops on 25 May. “I commit to listen, learn and take action,” he wrote.

Beyonce has urged fans to remain “aligned and focused” in the fight against racial inequality as Black Lives Matter protests hit global landmarks. In a post shared on Instagram on Thursday, the Halo hitmaker encouraged her followers to continue the call for “real justice” and stand up to be counted in the aftermath of the shocking death of George Floyd, which has sparked the anti-racism demonstrations around the world.

Spike Lee has compared the latest Black Lives Matter protests to the civil rights movements that took place in the 1960s.Following the death of African-American man George Floyd at the hands of a white cop in Minneapolis, Minnesota on 25 May, calls for an end to racial injustice have intensified worldwide. Accordingly, director Spike has responded by creating a new short film.

Lady Gaga will be handing over control of her social media accounts to a number of organisations in order to help amplify marginalised voices.The singer, who released her sixth studio album Chromatica last week, took to Instagram on Thursday to announce the initiative, explaining she plans to use her platform to make a positive change in the world.

Cate Blanchett accidentally took a “nick” out of her head during a recent “chainsaw accident” at her home.The Oscar-winning actress made the shocking admission as she appeared on former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard’s podcast, A Podcast of One’s Own, last week. Asked how she was, Blanchett replied, “I’m fine.

Kristen Bell is determined to raise her daughters to be anti-racist.

Hugh Jackman has come under fire from fans on Twitter for sharing a photo of a protester hugging a police officer amid the ongoing Black Lives Matter demonstrations.

Dwayne Johnson has hit out at U.S. President Donald Trump’s lack of “compassion” in a lengthy video amid the heightened political tensions across the nation.