Ready for grandkids! Brielle Biermann revealed that her mother, Kim Zolciak, is eager for her to have children of her own.
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Emanuel Okusanya After a nearly three-year hiatus, the Afropunk festival returned last weekend to the borough where it was born: Brooklyn, New York’s Commodore Barry Park. The two-day gathering was anchored by its headliners — Philadelphia’s the Roots and Nigerian superstar singer Burna Boy (pictured above) — and featured its usual broad but Afro-centric range of genres: From alternative rap artists like Doechii and Tierra Whack to Afrobeats star Adekunle Gold, there was a sound for nearly everyone, and the event as a whole struck an inspiring balance between social consciousness and joie de vivre. The festival grounds were curated with African and Caribbean food vendors, Black-owned beauty brands, and a plethora of photo installations.
Launched in 2005, Afropunk has since spread to Miami, Atlanta, London, and South Africa. Day one was packed with a mix of rising stars and household names. Doechii and Talia Goddess set the tone with high-energy sets. Doechii pulled inspiration from one her musical influences — Outkast — and interpolated the instrumental of their early ‘00s single “The Way You Move” into her budding hit “Persuasive,” which features SZA. Talia brought her signature alt-R&B and Caribbean-punk vibe. Isaiah Rashad and Freddie Gibbs continued the day with strong performances, and the Roots closed out the night with an electrifying mashup of their hits, with standout solos from drummer/leader Questlove and drum kit/MPC musician Stro Elliot. Afropunk has long been produced by Brooklyn natives, and they have always used the platform to elevate artists within their own community. Borough native Talia Goddess reflected on her set saying, “Some of my favorite artists performed here when they were young, I’m on
Ready for grandkids! Brielle Biermann revealed that her mother, Kim Zolciak, is eager for her to have children of her own.
There were a lot of celebs at the Givenchy fashion show during Paris Fashion Week… and a lot of them had bleached eyebrows!
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George Clooney opened up about his admiration for wife, Amal Clooney, Thursday night at the inaugural Albie Awards, hosted by the Clooney Foundation for Justice. George Clooney praised wife, Amal Clooney, for her humanitarian work. (THEHAPABLONDE / SplashNews.com) The actor and his human rights attorney wife stepped out together at the New York Public Library, where he gushed about how much he enjoyed working with Amal to create the event.
George Clooney "couldn't be more proud" of his wife Amal's work as a human rights lawyer. The couple attended their inaugural Albie Awards - which they organised through their Clooney Foundation for Justice - in New York on Thursday night (29. 09.
Nicola Peltz looked stunning as she took on Paris Fashion Week, accompanied by husband Brooklyn Beckham. The couple seemed as loved up as ever as they were pictured in France’s capital, with one shot showing Brooklyn holding his wife’s hand as he pointed to something in the distance and Nicola following his gaze. The actress, 27, rocked a red leather look skirt with a matching jacket, and donned a jumper and tights to keep warm.
Filming in Tampa Bay has shut down as Hurricane Ian bears down on Florida’s Gulf Coast. “All permitted production is shut down now,” Tampa Bay Film Commissioner Tyler Martinolich told Deadline.
With the National Hurricane Center predicting a “near worst-case scenario” when Hurricane Ian is forecast to slam ashore in Tampa Bay Thursday, Tom Brady and the Buccaneers have decided to decamp to Miami to for their scheduled Sunday Night Football home game this weekend against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. The marquee matchup is set to be held at Tampa’s Raymonds James Stadium and broadcast on NBC at 8:20 p.m. ET.
Nicola Peltz and husband Brooklyn Beckham headed out on a stroll in New York city amid rumours of a Beckham family feud.The loved-up pair could be seen holding hands as they headed out, with Nicola opting for a noughties style ultra low waist, which some fashion fans were likely hoping had been consigned to the dustbin of history. Nicola, 27, wore a casual black t-shirt with pale blue flared trousers, adding some extra height with chunky platform boots. Meanwhile Brooklyn, 23, had also opted for a casual look in denim jeans, a white T-shirt and a navy blue zipped jacket.
Bad Bunny.New York University’s Clive David institute will launch a new class next month, focused on the study of Lana’s songwriting, in relation to social justice, musical influence and unique sound, that “has changed the parameters of baroque pop.”“Del Rey provided a new platform for artists of all genders to create ‘anti-pop’ works of substance that could live in a mainstream once categorized as bubblegum,” says author Kathy Iandoli. “The six-time Grammy nominated artist has reinvented the sound (and mood) of mainstream music beyond the 2010s.”San Diego State University will explore Bad Bunny’s impact on Latin culture, as he has been able to show a different side of reggaetón.
President Joe Biden has arrived in London, where he will join other world leaders at the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II on Monday.
Gisele Bündchen missed out on an important event amid her marital issues with Tom Brady.
NewFest said Thursday that HBO’s upcoming Mama’s Boy, the documentary about the life of Oscar-winning Milk screenwriter Dustin Lance Black, will be the opening-night film for the New York LGBTQ+ Film Festival. The fest, which also announced its full lineup, kicks off its 34th edition October 13.
EJ Panaligan editor NewFest, a New York-based LGBTQ+ film festival, has announced the full lineup for its 34th iteration. The 2022 edition will run from Oct. 13 to Oct. 25. With world, North American, U.S. and New York premieres for more than 130 films from 23 countries, the festival will be headlined by the world premiere of HBO documentary “Mama’s Boy” from Laurent Bouzereau as the opening night screening. Additionally, the festival will hold an advance screening for the Season 2 premiere of popular HBO series “The White Lotus.” Other high-profile screenings through the festival’s run include Michael Grandage’s love triangle film “My Policeman,” starring Harry Styles and Emma Corrin, and the stop-motion horror comedy “Wendell & Wild,” from writer-director Henry Selick. Jordan Peele co-writes, while also featuring in a lead voice role. Keegan-Michael Key inhabits the film’s other lead voice role, marking a “Key & Peele” reunion on the animated stage between the two longtime collaborators.
Roxy Music have announced the special guest support act for their forthcoming UK area shows, as well as releasing additional tickets for their London date.The Bryan Ferry-fronted group recently reunited for their first live shows since 2011 to mark the 50th anniversary of their self-titled debut album, which came out in 1972. They’re currently out on the road in North America.Next month, Roxy Music will return to these shores for concerts in Glasgow (October 10), Manchester (12) and London (14).Today (September 14) it’s been announced that extra tickets for the currently-sold-out gig at The O2 in London will go on sale this Friday (September 16) – you’ll be able to purchase yours from here.
The stars are stepping out during New York Fashion Week‘s biggest show!
BreAnna Bell FX is stepping into the standup comedy ring, with comedy specials from Kate Berlant and Byron Bowers to premiere exclusively on Hulu on Sept. 15, the network announced. “Kate Berlant: Cinnamon in the Wind” serves as the comedian’s first live solo standup special. Set in an intimate space, the “A League of Their Own” star takes on not only the audience, but also a mirrored reflection of herself in her absurdist show. As she challenges the crowd’s expectations of her comedy, Berlant analyzes her own need to perform, as well as her connection to the room. Bo Burnham directed the special, which was filmed in 2019. He’s also attached as an executive producer alongside recent Emmy winner Jerrod Carmichael (“Rothaniel”), Chris Storer (“The Bear”) and Jeff Tomsic. “Kate Berlant: Cinnamon in the Wind” is produced by Rotten Science.