Kelly Clarkson may be an amazing singer, but sometimes even she needs a little help warming up.
In a promo video for We Day — a celebration which recognizes extraordinary young Americans who are creating change within their communities and around the globe — Clarkson, 35, gets some much-needed assistance from 15-year-old Gaten Matarazzo, who showed up just in time to give her a lift on the We Day Shuttle.
“Are you excited for We Day?” the Stranger Things star asked.
“I am excited,” she replied, before admitting she was also nervous.
Although Matarazzo reassured her that everything would be fine, Clarkson knew...
In a promo video for We Day — a celebration which recognizes extraordinary young Americans who are creating change within their communities and around the globe — Clarkson, 35, gets some much-needed assistance from 15-year-old Gaten Matarazzo, who showed up just in time to give her a lift on the We Day Shuttle.
“Are you excited for We Day?” the Stranger Things star asked.
“I am excited,” she replied, before admitting she was also nervous.
Although Matarazzo reassured her that everything would be fine, Clarkson knew...
- 11/25/2017
- by Maria Pasquini
- PEOPLE.com
It's the sweetest duet you never expected. Two months ago, Kelly Clarkson hosted and performed at the We Day Toronto 2017 event, which airs on Canada's CTV on Saturday. She enlisted the help of a popular rising TV star to promote the broadcast: Fellow participant Gaten Matarazzo, who plays Dustin on Netflix's Stranger Things. In a promo video recently posted on social media and YouTube, the 15-year-old gives her a ride to the We Day festivities on a golf cart shuttle and helps her out with some vocal warm-ups. The two sing a lively duet, made up of Sister Sledge's "We Are Family" and Queen's "We Are the...
- 11/25/2017
- E! Online
Sarah Jessica Parker and Molly Shannon Have a Dance-Off to 'We Are Family' – and It’s Just the Best!
Sarah Jessica Parker and Molly Shannon clearly like their jobs.
On Wednesday, the Divorce co-stars shared videos on Instagram of them seriously getting down to Sister Sledge's 1979 song, "We Are Family," while on set of their HBO show. While Parker had some issues dancing with her "sticky" shoes, Shannon couldn't get up out of her chair fast enough to do "the robot."
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The actresses slowed things down when they started singing Jeffrey Osborne's 1982 hit, "On the Wings of Love," and even got the crew in on the singalong. "I ❤ working with @sarahjessicaparker," Shannon, 52, gushed on Instagram. "Next time I wanna try to get her to sing something from Annie with me. Like, 'Hard Knock Life' or 'Maybe.'"
Ahead of Divorce's series premiere last October, Shannon shared with Et why she signed on to star alongside Parker in the...
On Wednesday, the Divorce co-stars shared videos on Instagram of them seriously getting down to Sister Sledge's 1979 song, "We Are Family," while on set of their HBO show. While Parker had some issues dancing with her "sticky" shoes, Shannon couldn't get up out of her chair fast enough to do "the robot."
Exclusive: Sarah Jessica Parker Is Overwhelmed With Gratitude Over First Post-Sex and the City Award
The actresses slowed things down when they started singing Jeffrey Osborne's 1982 hit, "On the Wings of Love," and even got the crew in on the singalong. "I ❤ working with @sarahjessicaparker," Shannon, 52, gushed on Instagram. "Next time I wanna try to get her to sing something from Annie with me. Like, 'Hard Knock Life' or 'Maybe.'"
Ahead of Divorce's series premiere last October, Shannon shared with Et why she signed on to star alongside Parker in the...
- 5/11/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
They sure act like family!
Divorce costars Molly Shannon and Sarah Jessica Parker took a quick break on Wednesday from filming their HBO show to share a few clips of their dance-off.
Parker, 52, posted a hilarious video of the two dancing to Sister Sledge’s “We Are Family,” writing in the caption, “From our ‘scene’ and heard column on @divorcehbo. Sister Sledge, ‘we are family’ while moving the camera takes on new meaning with @theofficialsuperstar.”
Shannon, also 52, sang the lyrics along with Parker, eventually getting up to do “The Robot” moves while Parker moonwalked away.
Other videos posted by the...
Divorce costars Molly Shannon and Sarah Jessica Parker took a quick break on Wednesday from filming their HBO show to share a few clips of their dance-off.
Parker, 52, posted a hilarious video of the two dancing to Sister Sledge’s “We Are Family,” writing in the caption, “From our ‘scene’ and heard column on @divorcehbo. Sister Sledge, ‘we are family’ while moving the camera takes on new meaning with @theofficialsuperstar.”
Shannon, also 52, sang the lyrics along with Parker, eventually getting up to do “The Robot” moves while Parker moonwalked away.
Other videos posted by the...
- 5/11/2017
- by Alexia Fernandez
- PEOPLE.com
Joni Sledge, one-fourth of Sister Sledge, died from a preexisting medical condition ... TMZ has learned. Law enforcement sources tell us there was no foul play, and the 60-year-old singer's cause of death will be listed as natural. Joni was found dead in her Arizona home on Friday. A publicist for the disco greats said Joni had not been ill recently. It's still unclear what the fatal condition was, but we're told an autopsy was not...
- 3/14/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Joni Sledge, who with her sisters recorded the world-famous song “We Are Family,” has died, her representative said on Saturday. Sledge was found dead in her home by a friend in Phoenix, Arizona, on Friday, Sister Sledge‘s publicist, Biff Warren, said. A cause of death has not been determined. He said she had not been […]
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- 3/12/2017
- by Aleks Simeonova
- Uinterview
Joni Sledge, singer-songwriter and member of the 1970s musical group Sister Sledge, died on Friday at age 60, her family announced on Facebook. A cause of death has not been disclosed. Debbie, Joni, Kim and Kathy Sledge pooled their talents to form Sister Sledge in 1971 and rose to the top of the chart eight years later with their breakout single “We Are Family,” which earned them a Grammy nomination and the No. 2 spot on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart. Among their other hits was “My Guy” in 1982 and “Frankie” two years following. Also Read: The Grammys Gave CBS All...
- 3/12/2017
- by Rosemary Rossi
- The Wrap
It was a disco theme for amfAR’s 23rd annual Cinema Against AIDS event at the Hotel Du Cap at the Cannes Film Festival, and that meant none other than The Village People and Sister Sledge invaded the ritzy party, each doing one of their iconic songs ( “Ymca” and “We Are Family” — you guess who did what). The event which counts Harry Winston, Bold Films and The Weinstein Company among its loyal sponsors (along with Moet Hennessey and Renault) again raised tons of dough…...
- 5/20/2016
- Deadline
Video: Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade's Wedding Video Is the Rom-Com Trailer We've Been Waiting For
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade's romance seems straight out of a movie – so the stars went Hollywood with their wedding video.
The Being Mary Jane actress and Miami Heat shooting guard are sharing a trailer for a film about their lavish August 2014 nuptials, The Wade Union, exclusively with People, and it's got us calling for an Oscar nom. Or at least a reality show spinoff.
Like any good romantic comedy, it'll make you cry, laugh and pine for the day you, too, find your knight in shining basketball uniform.
"D, I've seen a change in you. You're happy. Gab,...
The Being Mary Jane actress and Miami Heat shooting guard are sharing a trailer for a film about their lavish August 2014 nuptials, The Wade Union, exclusively with People, and it's got us calling for an Oscar nom. Or at least a reality show spinoff.
Like any good romantic comedy, it'll make you cry, laugh and pine for the day you, too, find your knight in shining basketball uniform.
"D, I've seen a change in you. You're happy. Gab,...
- 9/11/2015
- by Michele Corriston, @mcorriston
- People.com - TV Watch
A good American Idol finale is kind of like the Fountain of Youth — and that’s not only a reference to 43-year-old Ricky Martin, 45-year-old J.Lo and 44-year-old Jordan Knight taking the stage and looking like they halted the aging process back in the late ’90s.
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After 13 grueling weeks of voting — encompassing some 250 competitive performances and a pupu platter of “Wait! Noooo!” eliminations — it’d be easy for even the most committed Idoloonie to feel drained, dazed and depleted.
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After 13 grueling weeks of voting — encompassing some 250 competitive performances and a pupu platter of “Wait! Noooo!” eliminations — it’d be easy for even the most committed Idoloonie to feel drained, dazed and depleted.
- 5/14/2015
- TVLine.com
It's been a busy week for living Catherine Wheel Adam Lambert, with his 31st birthday on Tuesday, and on Thursday night he received the Unity Award from the We Are Family Foundation for his work with The Trevor Project, Equality California, and GLAAD.
After the ceremony, Adam hit the stage with Nile Rodgers and fellow out singer Sam Sparro. Below you can see them jam fantastically on Adam's "Shady," and then enjoy some pics of Adam on stage and with some pre-ceremony guests.
Adam Lambert and Sean Young. Now I can die happy.
With Rosie Perez and Nile Rodgers
With Kate Pierson, Taylor Dayne, and Nile Rodgers
With Sam Sparro
With a photographic print taken by Timothy Greenfield Sanders
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After the ceremony, Adam hit the stage with Nile Rodgers and fellow out singer Sam Sparro. Below you can see them jam fantastically on Adam's "Shady," and then enjoy some pics of Adam on stage and with some pre-ceremony guests.
Adam Lambert and Sean Young. Now I can die happy.
With Rosie Perez and Nile Rodgers
With Kate Pierson, Taylor Dayne, and Nile Rodgers
With Sam Sparro
With a photographic print taken by Timothy Greenfield Sanders
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- 2/2/2013
- by snicks
- The Backlot
Who says models don’t eat? Last night at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City, "America’s Next Top Model" judge Kelly Cutrone auctioned off dinner with herself and Tyra Banks for a total of over $40,000 to benefit the "We Are Family Foundation."
“I will make over your closet and babysit your kids,” Kelly added to make sure the bidding didn't stop on her auction offer, which included a visit to the set of the TV show. After the item was sold for $21,000, Kelly generously agreed to donate the same package to another bidder who matched the $21,000 winner.
“I’m happy to help a great organization out,” Kelly told The Huffington Post, beaming with excitement about how much money she had raised.
Taylor Dane and Adam Lambert performed at the event. Also seen in the crowd: Rosie Perez, architect David Rockwell, Montell Williams, "Real Housewives of New York" Countess LuAnn,...
“I will make over your closet and babysit your kids,” Kelly added to make sure the bidding didn't stop on her auction offer, which included a visit to the set of the TV show. After the item was sold for $21,000, Kelly generously agreed to donate the same package to another bidder who matched the $21,000 winner.
“I’m happy to help a great organization out,” Kelly told The Huffington Post, beaming with excitement about how much money she had raised.
Taylor Dane and Adam Lambert performed at the event. Also seen in the crowd: Rosie Perez, architect David Rockwell, Montell Williams, "Real Housewives of New York" Countess LuAnn,...
- 2/1/2013
- by Naughty But Nice Rob
- Huffington Post
He’s always up for a good time, and Adam Lambert had a blast at the 2013 We Are Family Gala in New York City last night (January 31).
Joined by Nile Rodgers and Russell Peters the “For Your Entertainment” singer took the stage at the Hammerstein Ballroom and sang his heart out.
Earlier this week, Lambert celebrated his 31st birthday by asking his fans to donate money to the We Are Family charity, which exists to promote global cultural diversity.
Adam tweeted, “Glamily! I’m so proud to partner with @WeAreFamilyFdtn for my birthday this year & help empower teens everywhere!”
Mr. Lambert was also given the Unity Award at the gala, and has raised over $16,000 so far this week.
Joined by Nile Rodgers and Russell Peters the “For Your Entertainment” singer took the stage at the Hammerstein Ballroom and sang his heart out.
Earlier this week, Lambert celebrated his 31st birthday by asking his fans to donate money to the We Are Family charity, which exists to promote global cultural diversity.
Adam tweeted, “Glamily! I’m so proud to partner with @WeAreFamilyFdtn for my birthday this year & help empower teens everywhere!”
Mr. Lambert was also given the Unity Award at the gala, and has raised over $16,000 so far this week.
- 2/1/2013
- GossipCenter
For the pop music superstars and global philanthropists in attendance, 2012's We Are Family Foundation Gala might be best remembered as the annual event that almost wasn't.
The gala, held at New York's Hammerstein Ballroom, had to be pushed back to Jan. 31 from its original October date due to Hurricane Sandy. But while the megastorm's devastation was the topic of much conversation at the party, it certainly didn't dampen most of the attendees' spirits -- least of all Adam Lambert, who was honored with the We Are Family Unity Award in recognition of his collaborations with The Trevor Project, Equality California and the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) among other organizations.
After accepting his award, the 31-year-old "American Idol" alum -- who became the first openly gay man to top the Billboard charts in 2012 -- hit the stage alongside fellow dance-pop artist Sam Sparro and legendary record producer...
The gala, held at New York's Hammerstein Ballroom, had to be pushed back to Jan. 31 from its original October date due to Hurricane Sandy. But while the megastorm's devastation was the topic of much conversation at the party, it certainly didn't dampen most of the attendees' spirits -- least of all Adam Lambert, who was honored with the We Are Family Unity Award in recognition of his collaborations with The Trevor Project, Equality California and the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) among other organizations.
After accepting his award, the 31-year-old "American Idol" alum -- who became the first openly gay man to top the Billboard charts in 2012 -- hit the stage alongside fellow dance-pop artist Sam Sparro and legendary record producer...
- 2/1/2013
- by The Huffington Post
- Huffington Post
By Roger Friedman
Popular seventies recording act Sister Sledge–”We Are Family” was their monster hit– and country star Ronnie Blakely of the movie “Nashville”–have filed a class action suit against Warner Music Group. This is a big deal. The suit is based on Eminem’s successful similar suit against Universal Music Group from last year. It’s based on the record companies’ alleged non payment of royalties on digital downloads, mostly to “legacy” artists whose contracts never foresaw the advent of ITunes and the disappearance of physical records.
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Popular seventies recording act Sister Sledge–”We Are Family” was their monster hit– and country star Ronnie Blakely of the movie “Nashville”–have filed a class action suit against Warner Music Group. This is a big deal. The suit is based on Eminem’s successful similar suit against Universal Music Group from last year. It’s based on the record companies’ alleged non payment of royalties on digital downloads, mostly to “legacy” artists whose contracts never foresaw the advent of ITunes and the disappearance of physical records.
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- 2/5/2012
- by Scott Feinberg
- Scott Feinberg
By Roger Friedman
HollywoodNews.com: Popular seventies recording act Sister Sledge–”We Are Family” was their monster hit– and country star Ronnie Blakely of the movie “Nashville”–have filed a class action suit against Warner Music Group. This is a big deal. The suit is based on Eminem’s successful similar suit against Universal Music Group from last year. It’s based on the record companies’ alleged non payment of royalties on digital downloads, mostly to “legacy” artists whose contracts never foresaw the advent of ITunes and the disappearance of physical records.
The Warner suit has far reaching implications because it encompasses not just Warner, but its especially lucrative catalog business via Atlantic Records (Aretha Franklin, Sam & Dave, Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett) and Rhino Records (which has repackaged all that material for decades). It’s also a class action suit, which means dozens of artists from the heyday of Warner-Elektra-Atlantic-Rhino...
HollywoodNews.com: Popular seventies recording act Sister Sledge–”We Are Family” was their monster hit– and country star Ronnie Blakely of the movie “Nashville”–have filed a class action suit against Warner Music Group. This is a big deal. The suit is based on Eminem’s successful similar suit against Universal Music Group from last year. It’s based on the record companies’ alleged non payment of royalties on digital downloads, mostly to “legacy” artists whose contracts never foresaw the advent of ITunes and the disappearance of physical records.
The Warner suit has far reaching implications because it encompasses not just Warner, but its especially lucrative catalog business via Atlantic Records (Aretha Franklin, Sam & Dave, Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett) and Rhino Records (which has repackaged all that material for decades). It’s also a class action suit, which means dozens of artists from the heyday of Warner-Elektra-Atlantic-Rhino...
- 2/4/2012
- by Roger Friedman
- Hollywoodnews.com
The members of the musical group Sister Sledge have banded together with an Oscar-nominated actress and songwriter to file a major class action lawsuit against Warner Music Group alleging they have been cheated out of millions of dollars based on improper calculations of revenue from digital music sales. Debra Sledge, Joan Sledge, Kathy Sledge Lightfoot, Kim Sledge Allen and Ronee Blakely filed suit in federal court in San Francisco on Thursday claiming that the music giant's method for calcluating digital music purchases as "sales" rather than "licenses" on songs such as the band's chart-topping "We Are Family"
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- 2/3/2012
- by Matthew Belloni
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Not all desperate reality TV stars record music ... some just appear in music videos. Like a D-list reality TV "We Are the World," wannabe " Real Housewife of New Jersey " Kim G ., Tone Tone from " Cake Boss ," Robin Krasser from " Millionaire Matchmaker ," hunky Jack Mackenroth from season 4 of " Project Runway " and someone named Miguel Allure from " Jerseylicious " all make cameos in a music video for a new catchy dance song by the lead singer of Sister Sledge...
- 8/10/2011
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Songs For Your GirlfriendsOur SongsIf anything can touch our soul and shake our spirits it's good music and having a special friend to share it with.Luckily, these songs have a little bit of both, by combining hit tunes with lyrics that make us totally adore our BFFs.Take a look and listen to our favorite songs for our girlfriends.Dionne Warwick and Friends 'That's What Friends Are For'Dionne Warwick's hit song encouraged us to stick by our gal pals not only during the good times, but in the hard times too. Sister Sledge 'We Are Family'Family reunions in the summertime just aren't the same without this upbeat, sista-friendly tune. Brandy 'Best Friend'Brandy summed up our feelings for a true Bff best when she sang, "I know one thing that never changes and that's you as my best friend." Bill Withers 'Lean on me'Bill Withers' hit...
- 3/25/2011
- Essence
Cassidy Podell – better known as DJ Cassidy – can add Barack Obama to his roster of high-profile clients. The well-known DJ, who also handled Beyoncé and Jay Z's top-secret nuptials, was tapped for yet another ultra-confidential feat: to come up with a play list for Tuesday's Mid-Atlantic Ball, to mark the inauguration of the 44th President. Cassidy, 27, was recommended to the Obamas by none other than Oprah Winfrey, who hired him to DJ the opening of her girls' school in South Africa. In addition to spinning a selection of tunes to get the ball rolling, Cassidy also provided a CD to...
- 1/21/2009
- by Tiffany McGee
- PEOPLE.com
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