Trevor Noah will host the 2024 Grammy Awards, which are set for Feb. 4. The comedian announced on his Spotify podcast What Now? With Trevor Noah early on Thursday (Dec. 14). “I’m hosting the Grammys. I’m excited about that, yeah,” he said on the podcast. “It’s a lot of fun. I enjoy the Grammys because …
Read More »Antiguan Soca Star Ricardo Drue Has Died
Antiguan soca sensation Ricardo Drue has died. According to the Antigua Observer, Drue died at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre on Tuesday afternoon. He was reportedly rushed to the hospital after being found unresponsive in his room. Drue, who was engaged to fellow soca artist Patrice Roberts, gained recognition …
Read More »“May We Remember Zahara Not With Sorrow…” – Family Releases Statement Following Singer’s Death
The family of the late South African singer Bulelwa “Zahara” Mkututana has confirmed the sad news of her passing. In a statement shared via the musician’s social media platforms, the family admonished the millions of people around the world who were inspired by her music to remember her not with sorrow but …
Read More »South African AfroPop Star Zahara Has Died
Multi-award-winning AfroPop star Bulelwa “Zahara” Mkututana has passed away. The news of her passing was confirmed by Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa. In a late-night tweet, the minister said he was very saddened by the passing of the singer and expressed his deepest condolences to her family and the …
Read More »Court Rules Against Zulu King’s Official Crowning By President Rampahosa; Describes It As Invalid
A South African court has ruled that President Cyril Ramaphosa’s official crowning of the new Zulu king last year was “unlawful and invalid”. The court has ordered him to set up an inquiry into whether King Misuzulu ka Zwelithini’s accession to the throne took place in line with customary laws. …
Read More »Golden Globes 2024: Full Nominations List
“Barbie” led the nominations with nine, followed by “Oppenheimer” with eight. In the television categories, “Succession” had the most with nine. The nominations for the 81st ceremony, which will be televised by CBS and streamed on Paramount+ on Jan. 7, were announced on Monday morning by Cedric the Entertainer and …
Read More »Cardi B Confirms Break Up With Offset: ‘I’ve Been Single For A Minute Now’
The news comes about a week after the two unfollowed each other on Instagram. According to Cardi B, she’s a single woman. Early Monday morning (Dec. 11), Cardi went on Instagram Live to tell fans that she and Offset are no longer together after rumors of them breaking up last …
Read More »Rema Explains Why He Will Not Perform Anywhere This December
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Rema will not be seen performing at any event this festive season. Fans who have long waited to see Calm Down hitmaker Rema perform at one event or the other this December, sorry, we carry sad news. The musician has announced he will not perform at any event anywhere …
Read More »Diddy Steps Aside As Chairman Of Revolt Amid Sexual Assault Lawsuits
Sean “Diddy” Combs has temporarily stepped aside as chairman of Revolt, the music-oriented television network he co-founded in 2013. According to Variety, the decision comes in the wake of three lawsuits alleging sexual assault. Earlier this month, R&B singer Cassie accused Combs of raping and beating her over the course of a …
Read More »Burna Boy, Ayra Starr Shut Out Of 2023 Soul Train Awards
Nigerian music stars Burna Boy and Ayra Starr looked forward to grabbing some awards at the 2023 Soul Train Awards but that would not happen as they missed out in all the categories they were nominated for. Despite receiving four (4) nominations, Burna Boy missed out on all these nominations to other contenders. …
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