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Jimmie Allen is countersuing the two women who accused the country singer of sexual assault.In new court documents obtained by ET, Allen denied all allegations, claiming that one of the accusers defamed him and that the other took his cell phone without his permission.Allen responded to the lawsuits in the docs, filed in a Nashville federal court Thursday — the first case claims he repeatedly assaulted an unnamed «Jane Doe» on his management team, while the second claims he assaulted another woman in a Las Vegas hotel room and secretly recorded the encounter.In the case of Allen's former day-to-day manager, the «Down Home» singer's attorney's claim that she defamed him by making «deliberate, intentional, malicious, and willful» statements in  beyond what is included in the lawsuit. In the report published by the outlet in May, the woman claims that during a work trip to Los Angeles in March 2021, Allen allegedly raped her following his appearance as a celebrity guest on . She claims that after a business dinner and the  taping, she woke up naked in her hotel room in pain, bleeding and not remembering anything of what happened the night prior. The woman claims Allen was lying next to her in bed, and insisted she take a Plan B pill.

Kelly Rowland is owning up to her mistakes. During an interview on the podcast, the 42-year-old singer recalled the time she accidentally let it slip that Beyoncé and her husband, JAY-Z, were expecting a daughter. The incident happened in 2011, when, according to , Kelly told Bang Showbiz that the dad-to-be was «going to buy that little girl every single thing possible,» before adding of the baby on the way, «She won't be spoiled but she will be very well looked after.»More than a decade later, when host Billy Mann inquired as to Kelly's biggest mistake during an interview, she was quick to point to the accidental sex reveal.«Oh my God. When I made a mistake and told the sex of [Beyoncé]'s baby when she was pregnant with Blue,» Kelly said.

Naomi Osaka is sharing the first photos of her newborn daughter, just days after news broke that the 25-year-old tennis pro welcomed her first child with rapper Cordae.Osaka began the photo slideshow with a look at the little one. While her face wasn't visible, the baby girl's adorable outfit was! Dressed in a zip-up onesie, the newborn's tiny arms and feet could be seen in the garment, which was decorated appropriately with pink and green tennis rackets and little green tennis balls. Also featured in the post were photos of Osaka still pregnant, as well as a snap of her in the hospital ahead of giving birth.

Shakira and Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler. Shakira, 46, and Butler, 33, were spotted enjoying a low-key dinner in London at Novikov Restaurant & Bar on Wednesday evening, arriving separately just after 10 p.m. The pair also went their separate ways at the end of the night — just minutes apart, around 1:30 a.m.

H.E.R. is going to do, it's wow a crowd.The 26-year-old singer delivered a stunning performance during Wednesday's 2023 ESPY Awards, playing her latest single, the elegant power ballad «The Journey,» as a tribute to the 30th anniversary of basketball coach Jimmy Valvano's inspirational speech at the first ESPYS in 1993 when he was terminally ill with cancer.Valvano was an American college basketball player, coach and broadcaster who served as head coach at North Carolina State University and led his team to win the 1983 NCAA men's basketball title against the heavily favored Houston Cougars.Per , Valvano's famous speech implored the audience to laugh, think and cry each day. He also announced the formation of the V Foundation for Cancer Research, whose motto would be «Don't give up.

Keke Palmer isn’t letting any distractions get in the way of celebrating her recent Emmy nomination. On Wednesday, it was announced that the 29-year-old star is nominated for the Outstanding Host For a Game Show Emmy for her work on NBC's Password. Palmer posted a photo of herself to Instagram with the caption, "@jimmyfallon woohoo!!! Thanks for the nomination @televisionacad ❤️.”A post shared by BIG BOSS

Chanel Iman showed off her gorgeous growing belly amid her pregnancy while modeling swimwear for Cupshe at the brand's Miami Swim Week show.The 32-year-old model looked happy and glowing as she rocked a green bikini and mini sarong for one look. In another, she donned a beige colored one-piece with cutouts and a white floor-length sarong. Iman is currently expecting her third child.

Tiffany Haddish is getting spooky with ET. Ahead of the release of Haddish's  movie later this month, ET's Kevin Frazier went on a tour of haunted New Orleans with the actress.While walking through a cemetery, Haddish told ET why she initially believed her real-life house was haunted.«My house, I just bought this house not too long ago. It was built in 1923.

Jamie Foxx is recovering and rehabilitating after suffering an unknown medical emergency last month that left him hospitalized in Atlanta.Jamie's health condition has been subject to rumors and speculation, and wildly varying reports have emerged regarding his condition and his recuperation.Meanwhile, many of his famous friends and colleagues have been keeping in touch, sharing their love and prayers and working with Jamie amid his health scare.ET is taking a look back at the Oscar winner's unspecified medical complication, from when news first broke that he'd been hospitalized through the most recent reports that he's at a physical rehabilitation facility in Chicago and his first sighting since hospitalization.On April 12 — one day after Foxx was spotted on the set of his most recent project, Back in Action — the actor's daughter, Corinne Foxx, revealed that her father had experienced a health scare, and was on the road to recovery.«We wanted to share that, my father, Jamie Foxx, experienced a medical complication yesterday,» Corinne began the message, written on behalf of the Foxx family. «Luckily, due to quick action and great care, he is already on his way to recovery.»The 29-year-old actress continued, «We know how beloved he is and appreciate your prayers.

Ne-Yo is a proud dad. The 43-year-old R&B singer shared a rare photo with all seven of his children to Instagram on Friday, reflecting on his most important role in life with a heartfelt caption. «I’m a FATHER before I’m anything else.

Jamie Foxx is spreading some happy summertime vibes in his first Twitter message since being hospitalized for a «medical complication» in April.The 55-year-old actor, whose hospitalization in Atlanta for an undisclosed medical condition first surfaced on April 12, posted a tweet on Sunday after his first sighting since his health battle was revealed. «Boat life. Celebrating summer with @brownsugarbbn,» the tweet reads.

Nicki Minaj is enjoying a «full circle» moment. The «Super Freaky Girl» rapper couldn't help but fangirl at Sunday's film premiere in Los Angeles, hitting the pink carpet to celebrate her contribution to the movie's soundtrack: . «I am so excited to be here and be a part of this entire moment,» Minaj gushed to ET's Will Marfuggi at the event, held at L.A.'s Shrine Auditorium. «I'm glad that they thought of me because I'm excited just like everybody else is excited to see this movie.» Of course, Minaj was a natural fit for the project, as she's long channeled the iconic doll in her public persona.

Jamie Foxx appears to be in good spirits in his first sighting since being hospitalized for a «medical complication» in April.In new photos and video obtained by , Foxx was seen Sunday afternoon cheerfully cruising along the Chicago River in a large boat. Per the outlet, the  star looked vibrant and happy as he waved to fans.

Keke Palmer is speaking out. After her partner, Darius Jackson, shamed her for her see-through look, the 29-year-old actress took to Instagram to seemingly address the situation.It all started when Palmer wore a sexy outfit to Usher's Las Vegas concert, and Jackson responded by reposting a video of the singer serenading the actress with his hit, «There Goes My Baby.»«It’s the outfit tho… you a mom,» Jackson wrote, before doubling down on his comments, saying Palmer's outfit went against the «standards and morals» he believes in.Palmer seemingly addressed the situation for the first time by sharing a video of her singing a rendition of Stevie Wonder's «Isn't She Lovely» to her and Jackson's son, Leodis.«One thing is certain and one thing is true, IM A MOTHA, through and through!» Palmer captioned the post, before revealing that she's now selling shirts that read «IM A MOTHA» and «Stevie to the bulls**t.»«To all my mom’s out there, how did your baby change you??» Palmer questioned.

Da Brat is a mom! On Thursday, the 49-year-old rapper welcomed her first child with wife Jesseca «Judy» Harris-Dupart. She gave birth to the couple's son in Atlanta at 8:30 p.m. ET, weighing in at 7lbs, 8oz and measuring 20in long,  reports. «I can't BELIEVE he came out of me!» the star tells the outlet. «Feels like a dream.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta ladies always bring the drama and the second half of season 15 is no exception.  In a sneak peek at the back half of RHOA, Drew Sidora, who filed for divorce from her husband of nine years, Ralph Pittman, in March, is in the hot seat for accusations of infidelity and girl-on-girl action.Sidora is filming for her role in The Pass, an upcoming movie that castmate Kandi Burruss is producing with her husband, Todd Tucker. «When we get to those sex scenes, I’m a little nervous,» Sidora says.

Drake is the latest musician to be hit with an object while performing onstage.The «God's Plan» rapper was in Chicago for the opening night of his  Wednesday when a fan threw a phone on stage, hitting him on the wrist.Drake, whose real name is Aubrey Graham, seemed perplexed following the incident, but quickly brushed it off and kept singing, performing his own rendition of Ginuwine's «So Anxious» to the excited crowd.A fan threw their phone at Drake during his Chicago show last night. pic.twitter.com/glJ5rIGQS7Drake is the latest artist to be pelted with an object while performing.

Darius Daulton Jackson has seemingly deleted all traces of Keke Palmer from his Instagram account after publicly shaming her online. Eagle-eyed fans noticed that Jackson deactivated his Instagram account Wednesday following the backlash he received for calling out his partner, and upon his return fans pointed out that photos of Palmer had been removed. Photos of their newborn son, Leodis, however, remained on his grid.The drama began Wednesday evening after a viral video of Palmer in a see-through outfit at Usher's Las Vegas residency show over the Fourth of July holiday surfaced online.Jackson seemingly shamed Palmer for wearing the sexy fit, in a tweet that featured a viral video of Palmer and the singer embracing while the R&B singer serenaded the  actress with his hit, «There Goes My Baby.»«It’s the outfit tho… you a mom,» Jackson tweeted alongside the clip, which saw the  actress and Usher embracing while the R&B singer serenaded Palmer with his hit, «There Goes My Baby.»It’s the outfit tho… you a mom.

Simone Biles is getting back on the mat!On Thursday, the four-time gold medalist confirmed that she's returning to gymnastics and will be competing in the 2023 U.S. Classic next month, her first competition event since the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan.«sorry I've been a little MIA since the announcement,» Biles tweeted.

Keke Palmer and Darius Jackson have been through a lot in their relationship. Two years after meeting at a party, the pair has welcomed a child together and found themselves embroiled in a public spat. Five months after Palmer gave birth to her son, Leodis, Jackson got backlash online for shaming his girlfriend for the outfit she wore to an Usher concert. Even after that criticism, Jackson defended his comments, saying that Palmer's look went against his «standards and morals.»Now, it appears that the duo has unfollowed each other on Instagram and the status of their romance remains unclear.

, now he's here. Drake is looking back at his time on the Canadian teen drama series, and his state of mind when he went in to audition for the role Jimmy Brooks.In a voice memo shared to Instagram on Wednesday, the 36-year-old rapper claims that he «got high» before he went in to read for the part that would ultimately change his life. «Someone asked me the other night what my biggest fear is, and I've never really had a good answer for it, but my answer was that all this is for nothing,» he shares. «The idea that one day life ends and it just all goes black.»Drake says this question sent him on a «deep spiral of thought,» and he started remembering the events that took place before his big audition.«I go back to this day when I was, like, 13 or 14.

Beyoncé's Pittsburgh stop on her Renaissance World Tour might be feeling a little heated right now.On Wednesday, Acrisure Stadium's official Twitter account announced that the Aug. 3 stop in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been pulled from the singer's schedule due to «production logistics and scheduling issues.»«Unfortunately the Aug. 3rd Pittsburgh stop of the RENAISSANCEWORLD TOUR will not be taking place.

Keke Palmer’s partner, Darius Daulton Jackson, was not a fan of the outfit Palmer wore to Usher's Las Vegas residency show.Palmer, who attended the July 4th performance, wore a sheer black dress over a matching thong bodysuit for the occasion. Jackson seemingly shamed Palmer for wearing the sexy fit, in a tweet that featured a viral video of Palmer and the singer embracing while the R&B singer serenaded the  actress with his hit, «There Goes My Baby.»«It’s the outfit tho… you a mom,» Jackson wrote.It’s the outfit tho… you a mom. https://t.co/qaQH6zWpkAIn one part of the clip, the alum has her arms wrapped around the eight-time GRAMMY winner’s neck as he placed his hand on her lower back and sang.After receiving backlash for his comment, Jackson doubled down in a separate tweet, in which he said Palmer's outfit went against the «standards and morals» he believes in.«We live in a generation where a man of the family doesn't want the wife & mother to his kids to showcase booty cheeks to please others & he gets told how much of a hater he is,» the former personal trainer tweeted.

Keke Palmer’s partner, Darius Daulton Jackson, was not a fan of the outfit Palmer wore to Usher's Las Vegas residency show.Palmer, who attended the July 4th performance, wore a sheer black dress over a matching thong bodysuit for the occasion. Jackson seemingly shamed Palmer for wearing the sexy fit, in a tweet that featured a viral video of Palmer and the singer embracing while the R&B singer serenaded the  actress with his hit, «There Goes My Baby.»«It’s the outfit tho… you a mom,» Jackson wrote.It’s the outfit tho… you a mom. https://t.co/qaQH6zWpkAIn one part of the clip, the alum has her arms wrapped around the eight-time Grammy winner’s neck as he placed his hand on her lower back and sang.After receiving backlash for his comment, Jackson doubled down in a separate tweet, in which he said Palmer's outfit went against the «standards and morals» he believes in.«We live in a generation where a man of the family doesn't want the wife & mother to his kids to showcase booty cheeks to please others & he gets told how much of a hater he is,» the former personal trainer tweeted.

Nelly. A source tells ET that the 48-year-old rapper just secured a $50 million deal for 50 percent of his music catalog. The rapper has partnered with HarbourView Equity Partners in a deal that includes the purchase of «select recorded assets» from the GRAMMY winner's multi-platinum-selling discography, such as his most iconic tracks, «Ride Wit Me,» «Dilemma» featuring Kelly Rowland and the smash hit «Hot in Herre.»The good news doesn't stop there for the rapper. Fans will be happy to learn that the hip-hop superstar and entrepreneur is heading into the studio to record his new album entitled.

Venus Williams is keeping her head up after her first-round loss at Wimbledon.The five-time Wimbledon singles champion took to Instagram on Tuesday to share a heartfelt message to her fans after her defeat to Elina Svitolina on Centre Court on Monday. The 43-year-old has had a series of injury setbacks that have plagued her in recent years — including a diagnosis of Sjogren's Syndrome, an autoimmune disease that causes joint pain and fatigue -- her Instagram post expressed a refreshed optimism toward the future of her competitive career in professional tennis.«I'm not sure how I managed to smile in this moment but I don't remember my face looking like this...pleasant...I felt just the opposite,» Venus admitted in her caption. «I felt like everything slipped away from me so quickly and I was disappointed that I wasn't stronger to pull out the match despite the circumstances.»She continued, «I'm happy I can look back at this moment and see I smiled.

Tom Holland is feeling «lucky» for his relationship with Zendaya. The actor opened up about his high-profile romance in a new interview on the Wondery podcast Smartless, telling hosts Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Sean Hayes that their shared experience in Hollywood is key to making their relationship work. «I'm lucky that I have someone like Zendaya in my life,» Holland said, via. «It's interesting being in a romantic relationship with someone that is in the same boat as you.»Holland, 27, and Zendaya, 26, met on the set of after landing the roles in March 2016.

Barack and Michelle Obama are celebrating their eldest daughter. The former first couple took to Instagram on Tuesday to honor Malia Obama on her 25th birthday.

Al Roker is a first-time grandfather! The 68-year-old weatherman's oldest daughter, Courtney Roker Laga, gave birth to her first child, Roker's show colleagues announced on Tuesday's show. «Our own Al Roker has become a grandfather. Al's daughter, his daughter Courtney and her husband Wes, welcomed their baby girl yesterday,» Craig Melvin said, before revealing that the newborn is named Sky Clara Laga.«Al says everyone's doing well.

Charity Lawson is keeping Brayden around. On Monday night's episode of , Charity was warned the 24-year-old travel nurse is immature and treating the show like «spring break,» but opted to give him a rose anyway.The week started on a much more positive note when Aaron B.

Monday night's episode of , the tennis pro won the chance to break the franchise's all-time kissing record, and did just that by laying one on Charity Lawson for four minutes and 25 seconds.«It's crazy. I had no idea what to expect coming into today and I'm just buzzing right now,» Joey told ET's Denny Directo after the smooch. «That was unbelievable.»Joey got the opportunity to break the franchise's record after impressing Charity and former Bachelorettes Rachel Recchia and Gabby Windey in several rounds of competition, that required him to answer questions and make out with his hand.«The make-out with the hand, I'm interested to look back on that one.

Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade aren't shy about sharing intimate insights into their relationship — the good, the bad and the hilarious alike.The pair first met in 2007 while co-hosting a sponsored Super Bowl party but didn't start dating until 2009. They made their official red carpet debut as a couple in 2010, and from there, their romantic journey quickly took flight.

Michael Jordan is not putting his stamp of approval on his son Marcus' relationship with Larsa Pippen.The basketball legend was spotted leaving a restaurant in Paris, France, Sunday when he was asked about 32-year-old Marcus' relationship with the 48-year-old  star.Laughing at first, Michael brushes off the question, but when the photographer doubles down and asks if he approves, the former Chicago Bulls star replies with a blunt «No.» The photographer asks again, confirming Michael's response, to which he answers by shaking his head no.Basketball fans will remember that Larsa was married to Michael's former Bulls teammate and friend, Scottie Pippen, for over 20 years, with the pair finalizing their divorce in 2021. The parents of four first separated in 2016 after 19 years of marriage.As for Larsa and Marcus, the pair, who confirmed their relationship earlier this year amid ongoing rumors, told ET last month that their families' approval of their relationship gave them the green light to go public with their romance after keeping things tightly under wraps.«We spent some time together during the holidays. She came and visited some of my family, I visited some of her family, so I think once we realized our families were OK with it, then I feel like that was easier for us,» Marcus told ET.He added, «My family loves her.

Steve and Marjorie Harvey are still going strong after 16 years of marriage!The  host and his wife took to Instagram to celebrate their momentous wedding anniversary, sharing a behind-the-scenes peek at their wedding anniversary photo shoot in Lake Como, Italy, according to stylist Elly Karamoh, who detailed their curated anniversary outfits on her Instagram page. The video compilation posted by Steve and Marjorie features clips of the pair as they pose for their extravagant celebration. The footage shows Marjorie dressed in a backless YSL gown with a thigh-high leg slit and matching fur-trimmed cape as she poses against a windowsill before walking downstairs and exchanging loving kisses with her husband.

Keke Palmer's son, Leodis, had a very special meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris. Over the weekend, Palmer shared a behind-the-scenes video of her and her baby boy's trip to the White House ahead of her interview with Harris.«Thank you, @VP, for welcoming me and baby Leo to the White House.

Offset and Quavo reunited for a surprise performance during this year's BET Awards, the Georgia-born rapper is reflecting on how it all came together in memory of their late groupmate, Takeoff, who was fatally shot on Nov. 1 in Houston, Texas.On Thursday, Offset — born Kiari Kendrell Cephus — took to Instagram Live to share with his followers how the touching tribute to Takeoff came to be. The performance was the duo's first together since they disbanded their hip-hop trio, Migos, after releasing their fourth and final studio album,  in 2021.