Eight-time Grammy winner Chris Stapleton will sing the national anthem at this year’s Super Bowl LVII, the NFL announced today as the organization released the pregame entertainment line-up. Twelve-time Grammy Award-winning recording artist, songwriter and producer Babyface , a 12-time Grammy winner, will sing “America the Beautiful,” and Abbot Elementary star Sheryl Lee Ralph will perform the song “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” Oscar-winning CODA actor Troy Kotsur will perform the national anthem in American Sign Language, with Colin Denny, a member of the Navajo Nation in Arizona, signing “America the Beautiful” and Justin Miles will signing “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” Also as part of the pregame show, the U.S. Navy will conduct a flyover of Glendale, Arizona’s State Farm Stadium during the national anthem to commemorate 50 years of women flying in the service. As previously announced, Rihanna will headline the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show. The show … [Read more...] about Chris Stapleton, Babyface and Sheryl Lee Ralph Topline Super Bowl LVII Pregame Show
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Chris Brown Flaunts Massive Clothing Collection Amid $4M Tax Bill
Chris Brown was just hit with a whopping tax bill that totals $4,044,596.76 -- but never fear, the R&B artist might be able to cut into his debt if he ever decides to sell off his huge collection of designer and custom clothes Breezy posted a video that laid out his massive clothing collection on racks ... with the scene looking very much like a department store aisle!!! He also called out all rappers and artists who think they have more drip than him to post their own closets for comparison -- a challenge that Rick Ross , who's been known to be a hoarder in his own right, just may take on. The timing is interesting ... TMZ Hip Hop confirmed Breezy was recently hit with a federal tax lien for $2,245,561.50 and $1,059,967.78 for money apparently owed to Uncle Sam in 2022. Additionally, we've learned the state of California filed a state tax lien for $739,067.48 ... so he's looking at around $4M in total!!! DA CRIB.... ❤️ 2 day … [Read more...] about Chris Brown Flaunts Massive Clothing Collection Amid $4M Tax Bill
‘Bachelor’s Colton Underwood Hopes Chris Harrison Exit Drama Is Over
TMZ.com Former 'Bachelor' Colton Underwood is hoping Chris Harrison 's past drama, resulting in an abrupt exit from the show, is water under the bridge ... but admits the former host might be doin' better since he left. We got Colton at LAX Thursday and he's got nothing but love for the guy ... but check out his response when asked about a possible Chris Harrison comeback tour. Colton's gunning for everyone involved to be at peace -- and hopes the matter's been dealt with and wrapped up behind the curtain. TMZ.com Chris Harrison Quitting 'Bachelor' Duties for Good Following Racism Controversy For those unaware, Chris unloaded his thoughts about his exit this week on his new podcast, "The Most Dramatic Podcast Ever" ... saying he was heartbroken and gutted over the situation -- adding, “I was embarrassed. I was mad at myself." As we reported, Chris was pushed out of the show after defending former 'Bachelor' contestant Rachael … [Read more...] about ‘Bachelor’s Colton Underwood Hopes Chris Harrison Exit Drama Is Over
Babyface Surprised by Super Bowl Gig, Plans to Pay Tribute to His Mom
TMZ.com Babyface will be belting out "America the Beautiful" at Super Bowl LVII next month … and the R&B legend tells us he never expected in a million years he'd be tapped for the honor. TMZ Hip Hop chopped it up with Babyface shortly after the NFL and Roc Nation's Tuesday morning announcement, and he was already predicting he'll be a frazzled mess leading up to game day -- but he still plans on giving the millions of viewers an honest performance that showcases his talents!!! Face knows he's got big shoes to fill ... the late Ray Charles ’ rendition of 'ATB' -- performed at the World Series in 2001 -- is immortalized in the Grammy Hall of Fame, and is a radio staple every 4th of July. He says the song speaks to his soul melodically, so he plans on putting together one of his classic Babyface arrangements -- and adds he'll even have some divine inspiration. Shine The Light On What's making the once in a lifetime performance … [Read more...] about Babyface Surprised by Super Bowl Gig, Plans to Pay Tribute to His Mom
David Crosby Dies: Legendary Singer With The Byrds And Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young Was 81
David Crosby , the two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Famer who sang for The Byrds before co-founding a supergroup with Stephen Stills and Graham Nash — later adding Neil Young — has died. He was 81. His wife Jan announced the news today. “It is with great sadness after a long illness, that our beloved David (Croz) Crosby has passed away,” she said in a statement. “He was lovingly surrounded by his wife and soulmate Jan and son Django. Although he is no longer here with us, his humanity and kind soul will continue to guide and inspire us. His legacy will continue to live on through his legendary music. Peace, love, and harmony to all who knew David and those he touched. We will miss him dearly. At this time, we respectfully and kindly ask for privacy as we grieve and try to deal with our profound loss. Thank you for the love and prayers.” Crosby rose to fame as a singer and guitarist for The Byrds, the influential Los Angeles-based folk-rock band that melded a groundbreaking … [Read more...] about David Crosby Dies: Legendary Singer With The Byrds And Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young Was 81
Oscars Snubs & Surprises: Tom Cruise, Viola Davis, Taylor Swift, David Bowie & Women Directors Spurned
The nominations for the 95th Academy Awards were unveiled this morning, and while for some including Everything Everywhere All at Once , All Quiet on the Western Front and The Banshees of Inisherin the race to Oscar glory is on, others never made it off the starting line. Announced in the pre-dawn hours in Los Angeles by self-described “over-caffeinated” past Oscar winner Riz Ahmed and M3GAN star Allison Williams, the nominations covered a lot of ground with the blockbusters, streamer offerings and traditional dramas in the mix this year. However, not every contender made it into final races. Take a look at our list of the most noteworthy performers and projects that didn’t get any appreciation from the members of the Academy of Motion Pictures and Sciences on Tuesday — plus, some names that were read out that no one really expected. Also, please tell us who you think we and AMPAS overlooked. RELATED: Oscar Best Picture Winners Through The Years – Photo … [Read more...] about Oscars Snubs & Surprises: Tom Cruise, Viola Davis, Taylor Swift, David Bowie & Women Directors Spurned
‘SNL’: Pedro Pascal To Make Hosting Debut With Coldplay As Musical Guest
Pedro Pascal is going from zombies to Studio 8H with his hosting debut set on Saturday Night Live . The actor, fresh from the success of HBO’s The Last Of Us and ahead of the third season of Disney+’s The Mandalorian , will host the NBC show on February 4. He will be joined by Coldplay as the musical guest. Chris Martin’s British indie pop band is making its seventh appearance on the show after announcing a run of West Coast dates in September for the Music Of The Spheres world tour. It marks a consecutive three episode run of shows for SNL , which had Aubrey Plaza hosting last week and Michael B. Jordan hosting on January 28. SNL is produced in association with Broadway Video. The creator and executive producer is Lorne Michaels. … [Read more...] about ‘SNL’: Pedro Pascal To Make Hosting Debut With Coldplay As Musical Guest
Peabody Awards: The Complete List Of 2022 Winners
UPDATED with final winners: The Oscar-winning documentary Summer of Soul , Bo Burnham’s Emmy-winning musical comedy special Inside , Barry Jenkins’ The Underground Railroad and Raoul Peck’s Exterminate All the Brutes are among the final list of winners of 2022 Peabody Awards . The Peabodys, in their 82nd year, honor the year’s most powerful content across the fields of entertainment, documentary, news, podcast/radio, arts, children’s and youth, and public service programming. The organization based at the Grady School of Journalism at the University of Georgia wrapped up a a weeklong rollout of all 30 winners Thursday. This year’s awards were presented by the likes of Melissa McCarthy, Morgan Freeman, John Legend, Kevin Bacon, H.E.R., Ethan Hawke, Jon Stewart, Hasan Minhaj, Riz Ahmed, LeVar Burton, Jenny Slate, Malcolm Gladwell and Adam Scott. Newsman Dan Rather and Fresh Air ‘s Terry Gross have already won this year’s Career Achievement Award and … [Read more...] about Peabody Awards: The Complete List Of 2022 Winners