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Fresh off a string of sold-out wellness retreats in Montego Bay, wellness entrepreneur Dreka Gates is expanding into the optical market with a new collaboration alongside Optical Near Me and Fr8qu8ncy. Gates announced the launch of Dreka Rosé lenses, marking what partners describe as the world’s first celebrity-branded emotional well-being lens line. The licensing agreement…
Legendary R&B group En Vogue joined Jennifer Hudson on her daytime talk show to mark 35 years in the music industry. During the appearance, the group reflected on their journey, sharing how they chose the name “En Vogue” to represent elegance and timelessness. The members credited a wide range of musical influences, including Aretha Franklin…
Recording artist John Alex Gatsby has released a new single titled “MANEATER.” The track is now available on major streaming platforms. Known for his evolving sound and lyrical focus, Gatsby presents “MANEATER” as a fresh addition to his discography. The single blends pop, dance, and urban elements in a format designed for wide listener appeal….
A Los Angeles judge has granted a temporary restraining order to actor and singer Halle Bailey, who says her ex-boyfriend, rapper and YouTuber DDG, has subjected her to repeated violence and harassment, raising concerns for her safety and that of their 17-month-old son. The order, issued Tuesday, requires DDG, whose legal name is Darryl Dwayne…
Actress and advocate Gail Bean has opened submissions for the 2025 All of My Love (AOML) Scholarship, an initiative aimed at empowering graduating high school seniors in the Metro Atlanta area. The scholarship, hosted by Bean’s nonprofit Dream Above the Influence, will award $1,913 each to 22 graduating seniors. The amount reflects a personal and…
Live Nation is bringing back its “$30 Ticket to Summer” promotion, offering all-in tickets to more than 1,000 shows at select U.S. and Canadian amphitheaters. The deal goes live May 21, with early access available May 20 for T-Mobile and Rakuten members. The offer spans multiple genres, with participating acts including Halsey, The Offspring, Nelly,…
Actress Terri J. Vaughn, best known for her role on The Steve Harvey Show, appeared on Mike Muse’s SiriusXM program to discuss her experience working with filmmaker Tyler Perry and the emotional journey behind launching her latest project, We The People, now streaming on Netflix. Vaughn opened up about the power of saying “yes” and…
Lady Loe turned personal grief into a message of strength and urgency this past Mother’s Day, honoring her late mother with the release of her latest single, Mad At Me. The song reflects a dream the artist held since childhood: performing for a massive audience while her mother watched from the front row, flowers in…