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Afrobeats superstar Davido has officially joined the Recording Academy as a voting member. This appointment means he now holds a direct role in choosing nominees and winners for the 2026 Grammy Awards. The move spotlights his growing influence in the global music industry and underscores the Recording Academy’s push to diversify its membership. What It…
Disney’s controversial decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel Live! triggered both public backlash and investor concern. After the suspension, reports emerged that Disney’s market value slid by nearly US$4 billion. This drop came amid consumer outrage, subscription cancellations, and mounting criticism from media watchers and free speech advocates. What Happened with Kimmel’s Suspension ABC, a Disney-owned…
Brandon de Jesús López Orozco, professionally known as Beéle, credits hearing Davido’s hit “Aye” with sparking his passion for writing songs. He grew up in Barranquilla, Colombia, and then spent part of his childhood in Maracay, Venezuela. By age 12, Beéle had already begun trying out songwriting after listening to “Aye”. He once said “Aye”…
Canadian authorities recently announced that they have banned the Irish-language rap group Kneecap from entering Canada. They cited alleged support for terrorist organizations such as Hezbollah and Hamas. MP Vince Gasparro, parliamentary secretary for combating crime, publicly stated that the band’s actions cross the line between artistic expression and political violence. The decision removes scheduled…
Harry Styles achieved a major milestone on September 21, 2025, when he ran the Berlin Marathon in 2 hours, 59 minutes, and 13 seconds, beating the coveted three-hour mark. He participated under the pseudonym Sted Sarandos and wore a headband and sunglasses during the race. Berlin’s flat course, known for delivering fast times, hosted around…
Jaden Smith, age 27, accepted the role of Men’s Creative Director at Christian Louboutin. He will relocate to Paris to oversee shoes, leather goods, accessories, campaigns, events, and immersive experiences. Christian Louboutin confirmed that Smith remains the only candidate for this position. Meanwhile, Louboutin himself will continue leading the men’s division in spirit, while Smith…
ABC has suspended Jimmy Kimmel Live indefinitely after Jimmy Kimmel made comments about the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk that many found controversial. Kimmel criticized reactions from MAGA supporters, accusing them of trying to deflect blame and capitalize on the tragedy. He mocked reactions from former President Trump and others, and questioned how…
Comedy emerged as a clear winner this year because The Studio set the record for the most Emmys ever won by a comedy series in a single season. It earned 13 total awards, surpassing The Bear’s previous high of 11. Among its wins, The Studio snagged Best Comedy Series and saw Seth Rogen win Best…
At the 2025 Emmy Awards, comedian Nate Bargatze pledged $100,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of America with a catch: for every second an acceptance speech went over 45 seconds, $1,000 would be deducted; conversely, for each second under 45 seconds, $1,000 would be added. The live on-screen counter fluctuated throughout the night. Despite…
Owen Cooper, a 15-year-old British actor, won the Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for his role in Adolescence. His award makes him the youngest male to ever win that acting category. Cooper played Jamie Miller, a teenage student arrested for the murder of a classmate, and his…