All that glitters certainly isn’t gold, as “Glitter” cinematographer Geoffrey Simpson knows all too well. During a recent interview, Simpson told IndieWire that the newfound cult fandom around Mariah Carey’s 2001 film debut is staggering, as “Glitter” is “one of the 10 worst movies.” The “Center Stage” and “Under the Tuscan Sun” director of photography looked back on the feature that was released September 21, 2001 — after its soundtrack came out on 9/11.
In the film, Carey stars as a young singer who overcomes an abusive childhood to reach stardom alongside a toxic boyfriend. “Glitter” was directed by Vondie Curtis-Hall and cleared $5.3 million at the global box office against a $22 million budget. Carey developed the story behind “Glitter” with “What’s Love Got to Do with It” screenwriter Kate Lanier and playwright Cheryl L. West. Padma Lakshmi, Eric Benét, Max Bessley, Terence Howard, and Da Brat also starred.
In November 2018, a Carey fan-led hashtag...
In the film, Carey stars as a young singer who overcomes an abusive childhood to reach stardom alongside a toxic boyfriend. “Glitter” was directed by Vondie Curtis-Hall and cleared $5.3 million at the global box office against a $22 million budget. Carey developed the story behind “Glitter” with “What’s Love Got to Do with It” screenwriter Kate Lanier and playwright Cheryl L. West. Padma Lakshmi, Eric Benét, Max Bessley, Terence Howard, and Da Brat also starred.
In November 2018, a Carey fan-led hashtag...
- 9/22/2023
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Halle Berry is one of Hollywood’s most established performers. A star who rose to fame for playing real-life icon Dorothy Dandridge, Berry quickly proved she was capable of playing any role, from horror to romance. Known for her beauty and talent, Berry has remained a mainstay in the entertainment industry for nearly 30 years.
Even as Berry’s professional life thrives, her personal life has gone through serious ups and downs. Berry has been married three times, most recently to French actor Olivier Martinez. Her third divorce has been contentious, contributing to Berry’s hefty child support payment drama.
Halle Berry third divorce
Berry and Martinez started dating in 2010 after meeting on the set of the film Dark Tide. The two embarked on an epic love affair that ultimately resulted in an engagement announcement in 2012. Berry and Martinez got married in July 2013 in a rustic French home.
The couple welcomed...
Even as Berry’s professional life thrives, her personal life has gone through serious ups and downs. Berry has been married three times, most recently to French actor Olivier Martinez. Her third divorce has been contentious, contributing to Berry’s hefty child support payment drama.
Halle Berry third divorce
Berry and Martinez started dating in 2010 after meeting on the set of the film Dark Tide. The two embarked on an epic love affair that ultimately resulted in an engagement announcement in 2012. Berry and Martinez got married in July 2013 in a rustic French home.
The couple welcomed...
- 9/17/2023
- by Suse Forrest
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Exclusive: Eric Benét and Sevyn Streeter, and HBO’s Ballers.
“Both Eric and Sevyn are phenomenal artists with a bright future ahead of them within the television and film world. We are very excited to have these two on Team Cultivate”, said Sean Mik’ael Butler and Patrick Strøm, co-founders of Cultivate, in a statement to Deadline.
Benét is also repped by Primary Wave Entertainment and Streeter is represented by APA.
“Both Eric and Sevyn are phenomenal artists with a bright future ahead of them within the television and film world. We are very excited to have these two on Team Cultivate”, said Sean Mik’ael Butler and Patrick Strøm, co-founders of Cultivate, in a statement to Deadline.
Benét is also repped by Primary Wave Entertainment and Streeter is represented by APA.
- 2/17/2023
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
2022 was, in my opinion, the year of Black women in music. Beyoncé, Lizzo, Tems and Nicki Minaj all topped the Billboard Hot 100, and the first three of those are among the top nominees at the current Grammy Awards. Sza’s long-awaited sophomore album “Sos” was one of the top stories of the year and broke streaming records. And other Black women like Sudan Archives, GloRilla and Latto were celebrated new artists. Amid all that, one Black woman achieved perhaps the hardest feat: Egot. Jennifer Hudson completed her Egot when she took home a Tony for producing the acclaimed Broadway show “A Strange Loop.” She isn’t the first Black woman to achieve Egot status — that would be Whoopi Goldberg — but she is the first Black female musician to do so and the second Black musician overall, after John Legend. Much has been said about Hudson’s first Egot award — her...
- 1/25/2023
- by Jaime Rodriguez
- Gold Derby
When Nick Cannon previously announced that he was expecting his third baby with model Brittany Bell, then reported as his ninth child, the star had already teased that he had more offspring on the way in 2022. And on Sept. 15, Cannon confirmed the birth of a different child: a daughter named Onyx Ice Cole with Lanisha Cole. "Once again Today I am in Awe of the Devine Feminine!" Cannon wrote on his Instagram alongside a photo with Cole and Onyx, now his ninth child, in the hospital. He went on to describe Cole as "one of the most guileless, peaceful and nonconfrontational kind souls I've ever witnessed."
Cannon is also dad to two children, Powerful and Golden, with pregnant Bell. And in July, he welcomed a baby boy named Legendary, his first with Bre Tiesi. He also shares twins Zion and Zillion with Abby De La Rosa (De La Rosa is...
Cannon is also dad to two children, Powerful and Golden, with pregnant Bell. And in July, he welcomed a baby boy named Legendary, his first with Bre Tiesi. He also shares twins Zion and Zillion with Abby De La Rosa (De La Rosa is...
- 9/15/2022
- by Chandler Plante
- Popsugar.com
Adam Blackstone is riding a career high.
For years he has been the musical mastermind behind live shows for Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, Maroon 5 and Eminem. This weekend, he picked up an Emmy Award for outstanding music direction for his work on “The Pepsi Super Bowl Lvi Halftime Show Starring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, 50 Cent.” And just last week, he kicked off a residency, “The Legacy Experience,” at new Los Angeles music venue the Sun Rose.
Blackstone never really saw himself as a frontman until Covid made him stop and think about his legacy. “People trust me to curate,” he says. “I saw a couple of my friends pass away during Covid, and I had heard someone say, ‘I don’t want to die with a laptop full of ideas.’”
Sharyn Goldyn, director of talent at The Sun Rose, which has seen Dave Chapelle,...
For years he has been the musical mastermind behind live shows for Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, Maroon 5 and Eminem. This weekend, he picked up an Emmy Award for outstanding music direction for his work on “The Pepsi Super Bowl Lvi Halftime Show Starring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, 50 Cent.” And just last week, he kicked off a residency, “The Legacy Experience,” at new Los Angeles music venue the Sun Rose.
Blackstone never really saw himself as a frontman until Covid made him stop and think about his legacy. “People trust me to curate,” he says. “I saw a couple of my friends pass away during Covid, and I had heard someone say, ‘I don’t want to die with a laptop full of ideas.’”
Sharyn Goldyn, director of talent at The Sun Rose, which has seen Dave Chapelle,...
- 9/6/2022
- by Jazz Tangcay
- Variety Film + TV
For the eleventh year, B. Riley Securities presented the Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation “Big Fighters, Big Cause” Charity Boxing Night on Wednesday, May 25 at The Beverly Hilton.
Nick Jonas and Sugar Ray Leonard attend Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation's 11th Annual 'Big Fighters, Big Cause' Charity Boxing Night
Credit/Copyright: Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation
Actor Chris Spencer hosted the exclusive star-studded event which featured first-class entertainment, a National Anthem performance by Empire Nashville recording artist Sophia Scott, four action-packed live fights presented by Golden Boy, and a live and silent auction display featuring iconic memorabilia and one-of-a-kind items and experiences.
The evening also honored Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum selling global superstar, actor, producer and philanthropist Nick Jonas with the 2022 Golden Glove Award. The award acknowledged Jonas’ commitment to helping raise awareness for diabetes. In addition to his many accomplishments, Jonas also co-founded Beyond Type 1, a global nonprofit...
Nick Jonas and Sugar Ray Leonard attend Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation's 11th Annual 'Big Fighters, Big Cause' Charity Boxing Night
Credit/Copyright: Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation
Actor Chris Spencer hosted the exclusive star-studded event which featured first-class entertainment, a National Anthem performance by Empire Nashville recording artist Sophia Scott, four action-packed live fights presented by Golden Boy, and a live and silent auction display featuring iconic memorabilia and one-of-a-kind items and experiences.
The evening also honored Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum selling global superstar, actor, producer and philanthropist Nick Jonas with the 2022 Golden Glove Award. The award acknowledged Jonas’ commitment to helping raise awareness for diabetes. In addition to his many accomplishments, Jonas also co-founded Beyond Type 1, a global nonprofit...
- 6/1/2022
- Look to the Stars
Interior decorator Zuri Maxwell (Monique Coleman) had it all… but was it enough? That’s the question for Lifetime’s new original movie Greed: A Seven Deadly Sins Story (premiering April 23), and TV Insider has an exclusive first look at the full trailer. Based on a book from the Seven Deadly Sins anthology by Victoria Christopher Murray, the film also stars LisaRaye McCoy, Eric Benét, and Nathan Witte. Zuri has a career she adores, loving family and friends, and a good man in her life, artist Stephon Gardner (Witte), but then she meets handsome benefactor and entrepreneur Godfrey Anderson (Benét) and his fabulously wealthy aunt Miss Viv (McCoy), who have everything she thinks she wants. He romances here, and she compromises her values and morals to be part of that world. “I don’t recognize you anymore,” Zuri’s friend says, but she argues, “it’s still me, in better clothes.
- 3/21/2022
- TV Insider
Exclusive: Lifetime has greenlit the next two movies from the T.D. Jakes‘ Seven Deadly Sins anthology with Wrath and Greed. The films will debut on back-to-back Saturdays starting April 16.
Based on the series of books by Victoria Christopher Murray, Wrath: A Seven Deadly Sins Story stars Michelle Williams (Destiny’s Child), Tina Knowles-Lawson (Profiled: The Black Man), Romeo Miller (Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Witness Protection), and Antonio Cupo (Blood & Treasure).
Wrath follows single lawyer Chastity Jeffries (Michelle Williams) as she meets Xavier Collins (Antonio Cupo), a man who seems to be everything she is looking for in a partner—handsome, smart, and a lawyer as well. As his affection turns to obsession, Chastity realizes that she has been swept up by Xavier’s passion and abandoned her principles. When Xavier’s jealousy and wrath lead to suspicious actions and dangerous threats, Chastity confides in her mother Sarah (Tina...
Based on the series of books by Victoria Christopher Murray, Wrath: A Seven Deadly Sins Story stars Michelle Williams (Destiny’s Child), Tina Knowles-Lawson (Profiled: The Black Man), Romeo Miller (Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Witness Protection), and Antonio Cupo (Blood & Treasure).
Wrath follows single lawyer Chastity Jeffries (Michelle Williams) as she meets Xavier Collins (Antonio Cupo), a man who seems to be everything she is looking for in a partner—handsome, smart, and a lawyer as well. As his affection turns to obsession, Chastity realizes that she has been swept up by Xavier’s passion and abandoned her principles. When Xavier’s jealousy and wrath lead to suspicious actions and dangerous threats, Chastity confides in her mother Sarah (Tina...
- 2/17/2022
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Taking place at the Zurich Convention Center two days before its official theatrical release, the Swiss premiere of “No Time to Die” attracted a slew of local celebrities, Zurich Film Festival delegates and even Finnish racing driver Kimi Räikkönen, all of whom were eager to witness Daniel Craig’s last outing as 007.
The event marked the film festival debut for a James Bond movie, and the gathered audience rose to the occasion with no-nonsense opinions about the 25th instalment in the franchise.
“It was surprising, it was different, it was good,” Swiss TV host Sven Epiney, one of the country’s top presenters, shared with Variety after the screening. But with a run time of 163 minutes, “It’s a long, long movie.”
Online content creator Adrian Vogt also bemoaned the length of the film, adding: “It’s not the best Bond, but it’s the most impactful Bond. I...
The event marked the film festival debut for a James Bond movie, and the gathered audience rose to the occasion with no-nonsense opinions about the 25th instalment in the franchise.
“It was surprising, it was different, it was good,” Swiss TV host Sven Epiney, one of the country’s top presenters, shared with Variety after the screening. But with a run time of 163 minutes, “It’s a long, long movie.”
Online content creator Adrian Vogt also bemoaned the length of the film, adding: “It’s not the best Bond, but it’s the most impactful Bond. I...
- 9/29/2021
- by Marta Balaga
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Umc, the AMC Networks-backed streamer, has expanded its unscripted slate with three new series including a reality series from Growing Up Hip Hop creator Datari Turner and a Behind the Music-style documentary series.
The digital platform has ordered music series A Closer Look, Botched-style makeover series My Mane Problem and Notorious Queens, a reality series featuring the likes of Stormey Ramdhan, ex-fiancé and mother of two sons to Death Row boss Marion “Suge” Knight.
A Closer Look, created by Isaac Taylor, producer of TV One’s Unsung, focuses on musicians through a series of interviews exploring their careers, music catalogs and what fans can look forward to in the future. The first episode will feature Ralph Tresvant, the lead singer of the R&b group New Edition, who reveals the truth behind his extensive hiatus from the group. Premiering this October, future episodes will feature the likes of Brian McKnight and Eric Benét.
The digital platform has ordered music series A Closer Look, Botched-style makeover series My Mane Problem and Notorious Queens, a reality series featuring the likes of Stormey Ramdhan, ex-fiancé and mother of two sons to Death Row boss Marion “Suge” Knight.
A Closer Look, created by Isaac Taylor, producer of TV One’s Unsung, focuses on musicians through a series of interviews exploring their careers, music catalogs and what fans can look forward to in the future. The first episode will feature Ralph Tresvant, the lead singer of the R&b group New Edition, who reveals the truth behind his extensive hiatus from the group. Premiering this October, future episodes will feature the likes of Brian McKnight and Eric Benét.
- 9/30/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
On Friday, September 4, Multiple Sclerosis (Ms) advocate and Center Without Walls founder, Nancy Davis welcomed guests to the Rose Bowl for a very special reimagined live drive-in Race to Erase Ms Gala.
Marg Helgenberger Attends 27th Race To Erase Ms Drive-In
Credit/Copyright: Rich Fury/Getty Iamges
For the first time ever, in light of the current pandemic, guests were invited to “Drive-In” for an evening of socially distanced music, celebration, and raising funds and awareness for this life-altering disease. The event raised over $1.4 Million to benefit the Race to Erase Ms and its Center Without Walls program, a collaboration of top Ms research centers working together as a team on ground-breaking research with the goal of treating and, ultimately, finding a cure for Ms. The event honored Davis’s son Jason, who passed away earlier this year, with a very special posthumous “Medal of Hope.”
The event opened with...
Marg Helgenberger Attends 27th Race To Erase Ms Drive-In
Credit/Copyright: Rich Fury/Getty Iamges
For the first time ever, in light of the current pandemic, guests were invited to “Drive-In” for an evening of socially distanced music, celebration, and raising funds and awareness for this life-altering disease. The event raised over $1.4 Million to benefit the Race to Erase Ms and its Center Without Walls program, a collaboration of top Ms research centers working together as a team on ground-breaking research with the goal of treating and, ultimately, finding a cure for Ms. The event honored Davis’s son Jason, who passed away earlier this year, with a very special posthumous “Medal of Hope.”
The event opened with...
- 9/10/2020
- Look to the Stars
Tribeca and Walmart Drive-In Screenings
The Tribeca Film Festival is teaming up with Walmart for a new drive-in series that will take place at 160 Walmart stores across the country. Store parking lots will be turned into outdoor theaters Aug. 14 to Oct. 21 for free screenings of family-friendly films, including classics such as “The Karate Kid,” “Back to the Future,” “The Wizard of Oz,” “Ghostbusters” and “E.T. the Extra Terrestrial” as well as more contemporary fare like “Black Panther,” “Wonder Woman” and “The Lego Movie.”
Drew Barrymore will serve as virtual hosts for all the screenings. Peter Berg, Jennifer Garner, LeBron James and Chrissy Metz are expected to make virtual or in-person appearances.
Race to Erase Ms Moves
Race to Erase Ms is moving to the Rose Bowl. Nancy Davis’ annual gala, which usually takes place at a hotel ballroom, will be transformed into a socially-distanced drive-in on Sept. 4. The evening...
The Tribeca Film Festival is teaming up with Walmart for a new drive-in series that will take place at 160 Walmart stores across the country. Store parking lots will be turned into outdoor theaters Aug. 14 to Oct. 21 for free screenings of family-friendly films, including classics such as “The Karate Kid,” “Back to the Future,” “The Wizard of Oz,” “Ghostbusters” and “E.T. the Extra Terrestrial” as well as more contemporary fare like “Black Panther,” “Wonder Woman” and “The Lego Movie.”
Drew Barrymore will serve as virtual hosts for all the screenings. Peter Berg, Jennifer Garner, LeBron James and Chrissy Metz are expected to make virtual or in-person appearances.
Race to Erase Ms Moves
Race to Erase Ms is moving to the Rose Bowl. Nancy Davis’ annual gala, which usually takes place at a hotel ballroom, will be transformed into a socially-distanced drive-in on Sept. 4. The evening...
- 8/5/2020
- by Marc Malkin
- Variety Film + TV
Halle Berry is loving the single life.
The actress, 53, appeared on an Instagram Live session with her friend Lena Waithe in which Waithe, 35, asked the Oscar winner if she had decided to stay single since her divorce from French actor Olivier Martinez in 2016.
Berry and Martinez share a 6-year-old son, Maceo. The actress is also mother to 12-year-old Nahla Ariela Aubry, whom she shares with her ex, Gabriel Aubry.
“I’ve learned a lot being with my children. They are the best company for me right now, and when I divorced Maceo’s dad I’ve been pretty alone by...
The actress, 53, appeared on an Instagram Live session with her friend Lena Waithe in which Waithe, 35, asked the Oscar winner if she had decided to stay single since her divorce from French actor Olivier Martinez in 2016.
Berry and Martinez share a 6-year-old son, Maceo. The actress is also mother to 12-year-old Nahla Ariela Aubry, whom she shares with her ex, Gabriel Aubry.
“I’ve learned a lot being with my children. They are the best company for me right now, and when I divorced Maceo’s dad I’ve been pretty alone by...
- 4/16/2020
- by Alexia Fernandez
- PEOPLE.com
Fat Joe thinks Eric Benet is Trippinnnn' by saying "rich and famous" rappers that glorify the darker sides of hip-hop are proxies to white supremacy ... 'cause they're just tunes, bro. We got the legendary New York Mc over on the West Coast Monday in Bev Hills, where our photog asked if Joe had seen Eric's hot take on certain rap serving a nefarious purpose. Inconvenient truth to some of the rich and famous. A post...
- 8/7/2018
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Celebrities like Lady Gaga, John Legend, and Lin-Manuel Miranda have taken Donald Trump to task after the president criticized San Juan Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz and other Puerto Rican officials who have been pleading for aid in the wake of Hurricane Maria.
On Saturday morning, the president — while at his golf course in New Jersey — lashed out at what he claimed was “poor leadership ability by the Mayor of San Juan and others in Puerto Rico, who are not able to get their workers to help” with hurricane relief efforts in the U.S. territory.
“They want everything to be...
On Saturday morning, the president — while at his golf course in New Jersey — lashed out at what he claimed was “poor leadership ability by the Mayor of San Juan and others in Puerto Rico, who are not able to get their workers to help” with hurricane relief efforts in the U.S. territory.
“They want everything to be...
- 9/30/2017
- by Dave Quinn
- PEOPLE.com
Halle Berry has been opening up about the most intimate moments of her life on social media, recently making it Instagram official with boyfriend Alexander Grant (aka Alex Da Kid). So it makes sense that she’s celebrating hitting a milestone on the photo-sharing platform with a very personal post.
The 51-year-old Oscar winner passed the 2 million follower mark on Instagram Tuesday, and celebrated the occasion by posting a cheeky black-and-white photo of herself.
In the picture, Berry feigns shock as a photographer catches her sitting on a toilet just as she reaches back for some toilet paper. Wearing a...
The 51-year-old Oscar winner passed the 2 million follower mark on Instagram Tuesday, and celebrated the occasion by posting a cheeky black-and-white photo of herself.
In the picture, Berry feigns shock as a photographer catches her sitting on a toilet just as she reaches back for some toilet paper. Wearing a...
- 9/20/2017
- by Dave Quinn
- PEOPLE.com
Halle Berry isn’t wasting any time introducing her new man to the world.
The Oscar winner stepped out with her boyfriend, music producer Alexander Grant — aka Alex Da Kid — on Tuesday for a romantic date night in London. The two walked arm-in-arm as they entered a restaurant.
“They seem smitten but it’s pretty early,” a source tells People of the relationship. “They met over the summer. It’s rather new. He has tremendous success in his own right. He produces and he’s got real street cred.”
“She’s having a lot of fun,” adds the source.
The actress,...
The Oscar winner stepped out with her boyfriend, music producer Alexander Grant — aka Alex Da Kid — on Tuesday for a romantic date night in London. The two walked arm-in-arm as they entered a restaurant.
“They seem smitten but it’s pretty early,” a source tells People of the relationship. “They met over the summer. It’s rather new. He has tremendous success in his own right. He produces and he’s got real street cred.”
“She’s having a lot of fun,” adds the source.
The actress,...
- 9/20/2017
- by Jodi Guglielmi
- PEOPLE.com
Does Halle Berry have a new man in her life?
The Oscar winner posted a picture of her cozying up to a mystery man on her Instagram Tuesday, creating speculation that the 51-year-old has a new boyfriend. The actress fueled the rumors by referring to the man in the intimate shot as her “balance.”
Fans have pointed out he bares a striking resemblance to music producer Alex da Kid. The British-born producer, whose real name is Alexander Grant, has worked with heavy hitters like Dr. Dre, Nicki Minaj, Eminem, Rihanna and Diddy.
Berry recently told People’s editor-in-chief Jess Cagle...
The Oscar winner posted a picture of her cozying up to a mystery man on her Instagram Tuesday, creating speculation that the 51-year-old has a new boyfriend. The actress fueled the rumors by referring to the man in the intimate shot as her “balance.”
Fans have pointed out he bares a striking resemblance to music producer Alex da Kid. The British-born producer, whose real name is Alexander Grant, has worked with heavy hitters like Dr. Dre, Nicki Minaj, Eminem, Rihanna and Diddy.
Berry recently told People’s editor-in-chief Jess Cagle...
- 9/19/2017
- by Ale Russian
- PEOPLE.com
[[tmz:video id="0_om2h9ga3"]] Eric Benet is Awesome ... and this clip proves it. It's the first time we've seen him since Jay-z dropped his name in "Kill Jay-z," so obviously we wanted to know how it sat with him. Jay made Eric the poster child for cheating men who screw up their relationship with women -- "You almost went Eric Benet/Let the baddest girl in the world get away." Eric laughed it off ... clearly amused by reports that...
- 9/13/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Jay-z dropped his 13th studio album, 4:44, in the wee hours of Friday, June 30, and naturally, people lost their damn minds. In addition to taking shots at former friends and apologizing to Beyoncé for his infidelities, the 47-year-old rapper resurfaced that infamous elevator incident with Solange Knowles at the 2014 Met Gala in his track "Kill Jay Z." "You egged Solange on / Knowin' all along, all you had to say you was wrong / You almost went Eric Benét / Let the baddest girl in the world get away / I don't even know what else to say / N*gga, never go Eric Benét," Jay raps. While we'll probably never really know what happened, here is everything Beyoncé, Jay, and Solange have ever said about the notorious brawl. RelatedBeyoncé and Jay Z: A Detailed Timeline of Their Private Yet Prominent Romance May 15, 2014 Beyoncé and Jay broke their silence in a statement to the Associated Press.
- 8/21/2017
- by Monica Sisavat
- Popsugar.com
[[tmz:video id="0_mq7mxb0j"]] Jay-z has finally broken his silence over the infamous elevator video in which Solange Knowles attacked him as Beyonce looked on. Jay was on the podcast "Rap Radar" when he addressed the 2014 incident at the Standard Hotel in NYC, but without discussing the trigger for Solange's tirade. [[tmz:video id="0_6lrpg6kh"]] Jay said obtusely, "I fought my brothers and argued with my brothers my whole life. It just so happens, who we are, these things go into a different space,...
- 8/21/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Halle Berry is “taking a little break” from dating, and she’s learning a lot about herself in the process.
The Oscar winner, 50, is opening up about the single life on The Jess Cagle Interview with People’s editor-in-chief, where she was promoting her new film Kidnap, an action-packed thriller about a mother’s mission to save her kidnapped child.
“I’ve been enjoying that,” she says of taking a dating hiatus. “I’m just with my kids and I’m really taking time to think and reflect, and trying to figure out how to make different choices and just...
The Oscar winner, 50, is opening up about the single life on The Jess Cagle Interview with People’s editor-in-chief, where she was promoting her new film Kidnap, an action-packed thriller about a mother’s mission to save her kidnapped child.
“I’ve been enjoying that,” she says of taking a dating hiatus. “I’m just with my kids and I’m really taking time to think and reflect, and trying to figure out how to make different choices and just...
- 8/9/2017
- by Mike Miller and Jess Cagle
- PEOPLE.com
Eric Benet may have taken his war with Jay-z into physical territory. According to a new report Eric allegedly rolled up to Jay-z's house last night, July 1, and demanded they settle their feud with their fists!
- 7/2/2017
- by Jennifer Maas
- HollywoodLife
Beyonce had a hand in Jay-z's new album, 4:44.
The rapper's producer, No I.D., whose real name is Dion Wilson, revealed that the 35-year-old singer was involved in the making of her hubby's latest LP.
Related: Jay-z Seemingly Addresses Beyonce's 'Lemonade,' Becky & That Infamous Elevator Fight on New Album '4:44'
In an interview with New York Times, posted on Saturday, No I.D. shares that Bey listened to every song and helped them "get over hurdles."
"I always call Bey our de facto A&R," said the producer. "Pillow talk is the strongest conversation on the planet. Every song has to get past her ears, in my eyes. She came by a lot and played a good part in helping us get over hurdles on certain records. Of course she’s genius-level with that."
When asked if Bey's Lemonade was ever mentioned in the studio, I.D. said...
The rapper's producer, No I.D., whose real name is Dion Wilson, revealed that the 35-year-old singer was involved in the making of her hubby's latest LP.
Related: Jay-z Seemingly Addresses Beyonce's 'Lemonade,' Becky & That Infamous Elevator Fight on New Album '4:44'
In an interview with New York Times, posted on Saturday, No I.D. shares that Bey listened to every song and helped them "get over hurdles."
"I always call Bey our de facto A&R," said the producer. "Pillow talk is the strongest conversation on the planet. Every song has to get past her ears, in my eyes. She came by a lot and played a good part in helping us get over hurdles on certain records. Of course she’s genius-level with that."
When asked if Bey's Lemonade was ever mentioned in the studio, I.D. said...
- 7/1/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
[[tmz:video id="0_1imffmyt"]] Akon's got some advice for anyone Jay-z puts on blast -- just let it go. We got the singer at Lax Friday and asked him about Jay firing off at people like Kanye and Eric Benet on his new album, "4:44" ... he thinks it's so rare that anyone getting heat should just take it -- or it could get worse for them. Akon also responds to Hov making personal revelations on his new album about...
- 7/1/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Beyoncé and Kanye West aren’t the only names that come up in Jay-z’s latest album, “4:44.” R&B singer, Eric Benét, also got a shout-out from the rapper. Benét is best known for his relationship with actress Halle Berry. The two were married for a short time before separating in 2003 due to Benét’s infidelity, says USA Today. Jay-z referenced this scandal in “Kill Jay-z,” the opening track of “4:44.” He raps, “You almost went Eric Benét, let the baddest girl in the world get away / I don’t even know what else to say / N–a, never go Eric Benét.
- 6/30/2017
- by Ashley Eady
- The Wrap
Eric Benét took notice to being called out in Jay-Z’s mea culpa record. The “4:44” rapper addresses his infidelity to Beyoncé on the opening track, “Kill Jay Z” while making multiple references to Halle Berry’s ex-husband, who parted ways with the Oscar winner in 2003 (ultimately divorcing in ’05) following a cheating scandal. Related: Jay-Z’s […]...
- 6/30/2017
- by Jordan Appugliesi
- ET Canada
If the shoe fits? Jay-z shamelessly blasted Eric Benét on his sizzling new album '4:44,' calling him out for cheating on Halle Berry. We've Exclusively learned that she 'absolutely loves' the track, especially since Eric dissed her shortly after its debut!
- 6/30/2017
- by samanthabenitz
- HollywoodLife
Jay-z and Kanye West are clearly still working through some stuff.
The 4:44 rapper takes aim at Yeezy on the opening track of his new album, addressing West's concert rant about Jay-z last year amid the Life of Pablo artist's highly public breakdown.
"You dropped outta school, you lost your principles," the 47-year-old Mc raps, slyly noting West's debut album, The College Dropout, which Jay-z executive produced.
More: Eric Benét Responds to Jay-z Shading Him Over Halle Berry Cheating Scandal on New '4:44' Album
"I know people backstab you, I felt bad too, but this 'f**k everybody' attitude ain't natural," he continues. "But you ain't a Saint, this ain't KumbaYe. But you got hurt because you did cool by 'Ye."
"You gave him 20 million without blinkin'," Jay-z adds. "He gave you 20 minutes on stage, f**k was he thinkin'?"
"'F**k wrong with everybody?' is what you sayin'," he finishes...
The 4:44 rapper takes aim at Yeezy on the opening track of his new album, addressing West's concert rant about Jay-z last year amid the Life of Pablo artist's highly public breakdown.
"You dropped outta school, you lost your principles," the 47-year-old Mc raps, slyly noting West's debut album, The College Dropout, which Jay-z executive produced.
More: Eric Benét Responds to Jay-z Shading Him Over Halle Berry Cheating Scandal on New '4:44' Album
"I know people backstab you, I felt bad too, but this 'f**k everybody' attitude ain't natural," he continues. "But you ain't a Saint, this ain't KumbaYe. But you got hurt because you did cool by 'Ye."
"You gave him 20 million without blinkin'," Jay-z adds. "He gave you 20 minutes on stage, f**k was he thinkin'?"
"'F**k wrong with everybody?' is what you sayin'," he finishes...
- 6/30/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
Rapper and business mogul Jay-z (who recently changed the stylization of his name to include the hyphen) released his new album 4:44 on Tidal Friday. The rapper addresses the rumors surrounding his infidelity on several songs. After his wife Beyonce spoke extensively about Jay-z’s infidelity on her critically-acclaimed album Lemonade, many expected that the rapper’s new album, his first in four […]
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- 6/30/2017
- by Jacob Kaye
- Uinterview
Eric Benét took notice to being called out in Jay-z's mea culpa record.
The 4:44 rapper addresses his infidelity to Beyoncé on the opening track, "Kill Jay Z" while making multiple references to Halle Berry's ex-husband, who parted ways with the Oscar winner in 2003 (ultimately divorcing in '05) following a cheating scandal.
More: Jay-z's Mom, Gloria Carter, Comes Out as Lesbian in New Duet on Rapper's Latest Album
"You almost went Eric Benét / Let the baddest girl in the world get away," the 47-year-old rapper rhymes. I don’t even know what else to say / n***a, never go Eric Benét."
Benét was quick to respond on Twitter, saying that his current wife, Manuela Testolini -- who was formerly linked to the late artist, Prince -- is actually the baddest.
"Hey yo #Jayz! Just so ya know, I got the baddest girl in the world as my wife....like right now...
The 4:44 rapper addresses his infidelity to Beyoncé on the opening track, "Kill Jay Z" while making multiple references to Halle Berry's ex-husband, who parted ways with the Oscar winner in 2003 (ultimately divorcing in '05) following a cheating scandal.
More: Jay-z's Mom, Gloria Carter, Comes Out as Lesbian in New Duet on Rapper's Latest Album
"You almost went Eric Benét / Let the baddest girl in the world get away," the 47-year-old rapper rhymes. I don’t even know what else to say / n***a, never go Eric Benét."
Benét was quick to respond on Twitter, saying that his current wife, Manuela Testolini -- who was formerly linked to the late artist, Prince -- is actually the baddest.
"Hey yo #Jayz! Just so ya know, I got the baddest girl in the world as my wife....like right now...
- 6/30/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
Jay-z dropped his 13th solo album, 4:44, on Thursday night, and boy, did people lose their minds. In the social media explosion that followed the Tidal exclusive release of 4:44, several fans were quick to dole out their initial thoughts on the album, commenting on everything from Jay's infidelity to the infamous elevator incident with Solange Knowles. Here are the best Twitter reactions we found. RelatedOh Boy, Jay-z Brought Up "Becky With the Good Hair" on His New Album Jay-z responded to Beyoncé Lemonade on 4:44. Takes the blame and takes shots at the haters. #Jayz #JayZ444 pic.twitter.com/MGmHeEQgBp - George M Johnson (@IamGMJohnson) June 30, 2017 Now it makes sense why Solange beat up Jay Z in the elevator and Beyoncé didn't do nothing about it. #444 #JayZ444 pic.twitter.com/Tg6rHGWsvc — Basicpug...
- 6/30/2017
- by Monica Sisavat
- Popsugar.com
Jay-z totally called out Eric Benet for cheating on Halle Berry on his new album '4:44' and the R&B singer was not happy! His insane tweet back will absolutely shock you!
- 6/30/2017
- by Allison Sadlier
- HollywoodLife
Not everyone loves a shout-out—just ask Eric Benét. No I.D. produced Jay-z's 4:44 album, released Friday exclusively on Tidal in partnership with Sprint. There are 10 songs in the collection, and the 47-year-old rapper name-drops everyone from Al Sharpton to Kanye West. In the opening track, "Kill Jay-z," the 21-time Grammy Award winner compares his own extramarital indiscretions to the R&B musician's past transgressions. "You almost went Eric Benét / Let the baddest girl in the world get away/ I don't even know what else to say / N---a, never go Eric Benét," rapped Jay-z, who cheated on Beyoncé. "I don't even know what you woulda done / In the future,...
- 6/30/2017
- E! Online
[[tmz:video id="0_35j15yhx"]] Jay-z's using his wife's playbook to push his new album, "4:44" -- making personal revelations about cheating and his mother's sexuality. Hov opens his title track apologizing to Beyonce, and says it took the birth of their daughter, Blue Ivy, to change his womanizing ways. It's interesting ... he also refers to his newborn twins as "natural." The assumption is he wants everyone to know they didn't use in vitro. Then there's "Smile" where he rhymes ... "Mama had four kids,...
- 6/30/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
“You almost went Eric Benét / let the baddest girl in the world get away.”...
- 6/30/2017
- by Dee Lockett
- Vulture
For fans hoping that Jay-z’s new album, 4:44, would address Beyonce’s Lemonade -- more specifically, the themes of infidelity and family drama in the diva’s award-winning 2016 visual album -- the rapper wasted no time, getting in deep on the album’s very first song.
The internet blew up immediately after 4:44 was released exclusively to Tidal and Sprint customers on Thursday night, with many pointing to lyrics in the first track, “Kill Jay-z,” that seem to address both Lemonade and the rapper’s infamous elevator spat with Beyonce’s sister, Solange Knowles, after the 2014 Met Gala.
"You egged Solange on,” Jay rhymes, “knowing all along all you had to say you was wrong."
Watch: Lupita Nyong'o Breaks Down in Tears During Intense Promo for Jay-z's '4:44' Album
But it’s the next line that fans think is even more telling.
"You almost went Eric Benét, let the baddest...
The internet blew up immediately after 4:44 was released exclusively to Tidal and Sprint customers on Thursday night, with many pointing to lyrics in the first track, “Kill Jay-z,” that seem to address both Lemonade and the rapper’s infamous elevator spat with Beyonce’s sister, Solange Knowles, after the 2014 Met Gala.
"You egged Solange on,” Jay rhymes, “knowing all along all you had to say you was wrong."
Watch: Lupita Nyong'o Breaks Down in Tears During Intense Promo for Jay-z's '4:44' Album
But it’s the next line that fans think is even more telling.
"You almost went Eric Benét, let the baddest...
- 6/30/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
High-profile supporters like Hillary Clinton, Ava DuVernay and NAACP president Cornell Brooks are rallying around veteran White House correspondent April Ryan after she was scolded by Press Secretary Sean Spicer during a briefing Tuesday.
Speaking at a diversity conference organized by the Professional BusinessWomen of California on Tuesday, Clinton criticized Spicer for “patronizing” Ryan, the Washington Bureau Chief for American Urban Radio Networks.
“April Ryan, a respected journalist with unrivaled integrity, was doing her job just this afternoon in the White House pressroom when she was patronized and cut off trying to ask a question,” said the former secretary of state and 2016 Democratic presidential nominee.
Speaking at a diversity conference organized by the Professional BusinessWomen of California on Tuesday, Clinton criticized Spicer for “patronizing” Ryan, the Washington Bureau Chief for American Urban Radio Networks.
“April Ryan, a respected journalist with unrivaled integrity, was doing her job just this afternoon in the White House pressroom when she was patronized and cut off trying to ask a question,” said the former secretary of state and 2016 Democratic presidential nominee.
- 3/29/2017
- by Tierney McAfee
- PEOPLE.com
Halle Berry is reflecting on the pain of going through three failed marriages.
The actress, 50, participated in a candid Q&A at the 2017 City Summit and Gala in Los Angeles on Saturday where she opened up about the emotional toll of going through several divorces and other failed relationships, according to Entertainment Tonight.
“I have learned to deal with three failed marriages, which has not been easy, especially when there’s children involved,” the actress admitted.
Berry has two kids from previous relationships — 3-year-old Maceo with latest ex-husband Olivier Martinez and 8-year-old Nahla with ex-boyfriend Gabriel Aubry. The actress was...
The actress, 50, participated in a candid Q&A at the 2017 City Summit and Gala in Los Angeles on Saturday where she opened up about the emotional toll of going through several divorces and other failed relationships, according to Entertainment Tonight.
“I have learned to deal with three failed marriages, which has not been easy, especially when there’s children involved,” the actress admitted.
Berry has two kids from previous relationships — 3-year-old Maceo with latest ex-husband Olivier Martinez and 8-year-old Nahla with ex-boyfriend Gabriel Aubry. The actress was...
- 2/12/2017
- by Ale Russian
- PEOPLE.com
Halle Berry is opening up about the “pain and anguish” of having three failed marriages.
“I have learned to deal with three failed marriages, which has not been easy, especially when there’s children involved,” the 50-year-old star said during a candid Q&A at the 2017 City Summit and Gala, presented by Entrepreneur magazine, at the USC Tower in Los Angeles, California, on Saturday.
Watch: Halle Berry’s Divorce From Olivier Martinez Officially Finalized
“[As] women, we go into marriage thinking it’s going to last forever and that this is our prince on a shiny horse,” she continued. “That’s what fairytales taught me as a kid … and I’m kind of anti-fairytales today.”
“But we go in there with that hope, so when it falls apart it feels like a huge failure and a huge disappointment,” she added. “I’ve often felt guilty and responsible. I’ve suffered a lot of pain and anguish.”
Berry’s recent...
“I have learned to deal with three failed marriages, which has not been easy, especially when there’s children involved,” the 50-year-old star said during a candid Q&A at the 2017 City Summit and Gala, presented by Entrepreneur magazine, at the USC Tower in Los Angeles, California, on Saturday.
Watch: Halle Berry’s Divorce From Olivier Martinez Officially Finalized
“[As] women, we go into marriage thinking it’s going to last forever and that this is our prince on a shiny horse,” she continued. “That’s what fairytales taught me as a kid … and I’m kind of anti-fairytales today.”
“But we go in there with that hope, so when it falls apart it feels like a huge failure and a huge disappointment,” she added. “I’ve often felt guilty and responsible. I’ve suffered a lot of pain and anguish.”
Berry’s recent...
- 2/11/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
A video posted by Sara Foster (@sarafoster) on Nov 5, 2016 at 10:07am Pdt Kate Hudson might be most well-known for her work in romantic comedies like How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days and Mother's Day, but she actually has a pretty amazing set of pipes. The actress took a break from lighting up the big screen on Friday night to lend her voice to a performance at record producer David Foster's birthday party, which was captured by David's daughter, Sara, on Instagram. Accompanied by Seal, John Mayer, and singer-songwriter Eric Benet, Kate belted it out in front of the crowd, and everyone immediately went wild with applause. With her high, braided ponytail and sleek black ensemble, she easily could be mistaken for any of today's biggest pop divas, but this isn't the first time the actress has shown off her impressive vocal skills. In July 2015 she shared...
- 11/5/2016
- by Quinn Keaney
- Popsugar.com
Someone get these three a record deal! Hollywood insiders know that Kate Hudson's got some major pipes on her, but the actress managed to blow everyone away at David Foster's birthday celebration Friday evening with an impromptu performance alongside John Mayer and Seal. Sara Foster caught the epic moment and shared it on Instagram, and boy is Hudon's not-so-hidden talent music to our ears. While Mayer provided the musical accompaniment, Seal had the background vocals on lock as he jammed out behind Kate. Singer-songwriter Eric Benet was also on hand to support the all-star performer on stage. Foster's celebratory festivities turned out to be...
- 11/5/2016
- E! Online
First Daughters Malia and Sasha Obama will have starring roles in a wedding where their parents played matchmaker. Michelle Obama's former assistant, Kristen Jarvis, is getting hitched to President Obama's former secret service agent, Shaun West -- and our White House sources tell us Malia and Sasha will be standing by Kristen's side as bridesmaids. We're told the couple dropped $300k on a D'Concierge wedding planner ... which means the whole thing is first class and elegant.
- 10/3/2016
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Prince's ex-wives Manuela Testolini and Mayte Garcia gave close friends an opportunity to honor the legendary singer at a private memorial held Wednesday. Celebrity guests, who began arriving around 6:30 pm Pt, included Spike Lee, Eric Benet, Gwen Stefani, The Revolution, Tavis Smiley, Herbie Hancock, Dita Von Teese and other musicians, artists and band members, E! News has learned. The men wore black suits with a single white rose pinned to their jackets while many other guests dressed in black and purple, a source tells E! News. About 80-90 people eventually arrived at The Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater, where Lee and Prince's ex-wives gave heartfelt speeches. "Seeing his two ex-wives on stage was...
- 5/12/2016
- E! Online
[[tmz:video id="0_5gephsm8"]] Prince's ex-wives and nearly a hundred close friends showed up in Bev Hills Wednesday for a memorial ... after being shut out of the tribute his family held days after the singer died. Manuela Testolini and Mayte Garcia were front and center, along with Gwen Stefani, Spike Lee, Eric Benet, Dita Von Teese, Larry King, Janelle Monae, Tony Kanal, Nile Rodgers, Herbie Hancock and Tavis Smiley. The event was held at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater.
- 5/12/2016
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Stevie Wonder serenaded thousands of purple-clad Prince fans with his rendition of “Purple Rain” during a tribute to the music icon at L.A.’s City Hall on Friday night. Eric Benet, Aloe Blacc, Faith Evans and Deitrick Haddon were also among the performers to honor Prince at the free show. Prince was born in Minnesota, but “we all know the City of Angels is where he found his wings,” council member Marqueece Harris-Dawson told the crowd. At one point during the tribute show, several doves were released into the crowd as “When Doves Cry” played. Also Read: Prince's...
- 5/7/2016
- by Brian Flood
- The Wrap
[[tmz:video id="0_9h72tfjs"]] Stevie Wonder brought down L.A. City Hall Friday, but not because of pothole issues ... he headlined a City of Angels tribute to Prince. At leat 5,000 fans joined Stevie for an awesome rendition of "Purple Rain." Lots of singers joined, including Faith Evans, Eric Benet, Aloe Blacc, Deitrick Haddon and Sebu Simonian. Check out the end ... Eric Benet grabs the mic, and he's also awesome. Read more...
- 5/7/2016
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Prince was honored in Los Angeles on Friday night (May 6), where fans of all ages — and wearing an array of purple — gathered for a memorial tribute at City Hall. Among the friends and collaborators of the late artist to appear, speak and perform some of his greatest hits were Stevie Wonder, who delivered a soulful "Purple Rain," Faith Evans, Aloe Blacc, and Eric Benet, who took on Prince's "I Wanna Be Your Lover." In between performances, a DJ filled in the blanks with a repertoire of mostly Prince songs -- with a Kiss tune or two
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- 5/7/2016
- by Morgan Greenwald, Billboard
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
New bromance? Halle Berry’s ex-husband Eric Benet offered his support to her other ex-husband David Justice in a new tweet on Tuesday, Nov. 3, after Justice wrote about the actress online. In response, the singer-songwriter, 49, tweeted, “My man at @23davidjustice is tweeting some truth dis' mornin’!” His comment came after Justice, 49, spent the morning ranting about his famous ex in a series of tweets, some of which have now been deleted. The former baseball player took issue with reports suggesting that he abused her during [...]...
- 11/4/2015
- Us Weekly
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