Let us set the record STRAIGHT! NO! President Donald Trump didn’t cancel Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Juneteenth! But somehow you feel there’s a catch, right? Well, kinda! There have been changes to how federal holidays are handled. The U.S. Department of the Interior confirmed that fee-free days at national parks for MLK Day…
Janet Jackson enjoyed a heartfelt reunion with friends, including her “Good Times” co-stars Ralph Carter and BernNadette Stanis, during her show in Highland, California. Backstage, she also spent time catching up with singer Victoria Monét. The well-received performance capped off a stellar 2025 for Jackson, marked by a Las Vegas residency and the prestigious Icon…
Music artist Richard Smallwood arrives to the 2016 Stellar Gospel Awards – Arrivals at the Orleans Arena on February 20, 2016, in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images) Grammy-nominated gospel singer Richard Smallwood has died at the age of 77. His team confirmed the news in an email to ABC, stating that he…
‘Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2026′ performers (Courtesy DCP) DJ Cassidy is ringing in the new year on Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest, bringing his Pass the Mic set to the celebration. The performance will feature Busta Rhymes, Wyclef Jean and T.I., who said joining the festivities was an easy…
The Weeknd (Brian Ziff) The Weeknd performed at Spotify’s first-ever Billions Club concert in 2024, celebrating the fact that he had more billion-streamed songs than any other artist — 25 at the time. Now, he’s broken his own record. The artist, born Abel Tesfaye, is officially the first artist in history to have 30 songs surpass 1 billion…
Isiah Whitlock, Jr. attends the ‘Plane’ New York Screening at AMC Lincoln Square Theater on Jan. 10, 2023, in New York. (Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images, FILE) Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died, his manager confirmed to ABC News. “It is with deep sadness that I share the passing of Isiah Whitlock Jr. He passed away today…
Teyana Taylor and Aaron Pierre have reportedly called it quits after less than a year of dating, ending their romance that began in early 2025. First linked in February, the pair quietly parted ways, with sources confirming the split. While they often showed affection and support for each other in public, the reason behind their…
The Dallas Cowboys have cut cornerback Trevon Diggs, ending his rocky final season with the team a game early. Diggs, who never matched his 2021 All-Pro form, will hit free agency after clearing waivers. His exit stemmed from a mix of performance struggles and off-field concerns, including worries about his knees and a slow recovery…
We’ve lost true greatness in the death of gospel legend Richard Smallwood, who died at the age of 77. “We are saddened to announce the passing of world-renowned artist, songwriter, and musician, Richard Smallwood,” a statement on his official Facebook page said Tuesday. “The family asks that you respect our privacy during this difficult time,…
Snoop Dogg’s Instagram post from a basketball event, highlighting moments with his family, caught attention for his niece’s striking resemblance to Alicia Keys. Social media users quickly chimed in, with some even mistaking her for the Grammy-winning singer. Comments ranged from “She could win an Alicia Keys look-alike contest” to “I honestly thought that was…
