Katy Perry will host this year’s MTV Video Music Awards, the network announced Thursday, as it turned to one of pop music’s most visible stars for its big gala. Perry was also the first performer announced for the awards, which will be aired globally from Los Angeles on August 27. MTV broke the news by … Read more
Drake has beaten Adele’s record for the most wins at the Billboard Music Awards. The Canadian rapper picked up 13 prizes, beating Adele by one, at the event in Las Vegas including best artist. He was joined on the stage by Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne and his father. “I just want to say hold tight … Read more
Ariana Grande has expressed her sorrow at the deaths of 19 people in an explosion after a show in Manchester. The US star is thought to be physically unhurt, but has posted a tweet saying: “Broken. from the bottom of my heart, i am so so sorry. i don’t have words.” The blast happened just … Read more
Pop star Ariana Grande, whose concert was struck by one of Britain’s deadliest attacks in years, is a favorite of pre-teens rarely known for causing a stir. The 23-year-old former child star called her last album “Dangerous Woman” but her controversies have been markedly low-key, with the “danger” in her lyrics more about love than … Read more
Ariana Grande has expressed her sorrow after an explosion killed 19 people at the end of her concert in Manchester. The US star is thought to be physically unhurt, but has posted a tweet saying: “Broken. from the bottom of my heart, i am so so sorry. i don’t have words.” The blast happened just … Read more
Controversial, self-acclaimed dancehall King, Shatta Wale has bitten more than he can chew over comments to the effect that he cannot find his Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) certificate and should not be bothered about Black Entertainment Television (BET) Awards The comment has opened the floodgates for trolling by some pundits in the creative arts … Read more
The MTV Video Music Awards, one of the year’s most headline-grabbing pop culture events, is returning to Los Angeles. The music and youth lifestyle network announced Thursday that the gala will be broadcast live on August 27 from The Forum arena in Inglewood, which is adjacent to Los Angeles. The VMAs have alternated between New … Read more
Miranda Lambert’s divorce from fellow country superstar Blake Shelton caused her deep pain but her reflection on the heartache brought her glory Sunday at the Academy of Country Music Awards. Lambert won Album of the Year for “The Weight of These Wings,” her two-disc work that revolves around the disintegration of her nearly decade-long relationship … Read more
Selena Gomez returned to social media Thursday (Nov. 24) after nearly three months of silence. The pop singer took some time out on Thanksgiving to reflect on what she’s thankful for. “I have a lot to be thankful for this year,” she captioned an Instagram photo of herself posing with fans. “My year has been … Read more
Gigi Hadid may want to steer clear of the political jokes from now on. The model/actress co-hosted Sunday night’s American Music Awards and drew heat for her impression of Melania Trump. “I love my husband, President Barack Obama,” Hadid said, poking fun at Mrs. Trump’s RNC speech. “And our children, Sasha and Malia.” The bit … Read more
Stars hit Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday for the 2016 CMA Awards. The 50th annual ceremony kicked off with star-studded red carpet arrivals as famous faces like Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, and Simone Biles (pictured above), stepped out in their formal wear. Hosted by Brad Paisley and Underwood, the show includes nominations for Garth Brooks, … Read more
The 50th annual CMA Awards have all been handed out! Garth Brooks was the night’s biggest winner, taking home entertainer of the year from surprise presenter Taylor Swift, but he was hardly the night’s only champ. See below for the full list: Entertainer of the Year: WINNER: Garth Brooks Luke Bryan Chris Stapleton Carrie Underwood … Read more
Music legend Randy Travis took to the CMA Awards stage on Wednesday night to sing the last line of his hit, “Forever and Ever, Amen,” three years after suffering from a stroke. The 57-year-old appeared on stage with other country singers such as Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley and a slew of other stars, … Read more
Rachel Platten and Joe Jonas had the honor of announcing the nominations for the 2016 American Music Awards Monday morning on Good Morning America. Both singers not only got to reveal the news but also learned that they were both nominated in some categories. Leading the way in nominations, however, are Drake with 13, Rihanna … Read more