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NAACP to honor A$AP Rocky with Vanguard Award for Fashion

Thursday, January 29 by ABC News

A$AP Rocky is up for three awards at the 57th NAACP Image Awards, but he's already walking away with a win. He is set to receive the Vanguard Award for Fashion at the NAACP Image Awards Fashion Show.According to a press release, the "award... Read More.

Odessa A’zion exits A24 film over casting controversy: ‘I’m OUT’

Thursday, January 29 by ABC News

Odessa A'zion has exited an upcoming A24 film due to controversy over her casting.The actress, who has had recent breakout performances in Marty Supreme and I Love LA, had been cast in the upcoming Sean Durkin film Deep Cut. The movie, which stars Cailee... Read More.

On This Day, Jan. 29, 2010: Neil Young is honored as MusiCares Person of the Year

Thursday, January 29 by ABC News

On This Day, Jan. 29, 2010...Neil Young was honored as the Recording Academy's MusiCares Person of the Year at the music charity's 20th anniversary gala.Young was celebrated for his philanthropic work with a star-studded lineup performing his tunes.Artists who performed that evening included Crosby,... Read More.

Cher nominated for award for narrating her memoir

Thursday, January 29 by ABC News

Cher has won two Grammys, an Emmy and an Oscar, but now, she could be adding an unexpected honor to her trophy shelf.Cher is nominated for an Audie Award, which honors audiobooks and spoken-word entertainment, for Read More.

The Rolling Stones’ Ronnie Wood to open for Eric Clapton at royal family’s Sandringham estate

Thursday, January 29 by ABC News

Ronnie Wood has booked a new live gig.The Rolling Stones rocker and his band have been announced as a special guest for Eric Clapton's Aug. 23 concert at the royal family's Sandringham estate in Norfolk, England. The show will also feature Andy Fairweather Low... Read More.

Chaka Khan encourages next generation while accepting honor at Resonator Awards: ‘Your voices matter’

Thursday, January 29 by ABC News

Chaka Khan was honored at the second annual Resonator Awards Wednesday, receiving the Luminary Award for her impact on the music industry.Joni Mitchell presented her with the honor, telling a story about the time they dined and dashed before going back to pay the... Read More.

Lady Gaga confirmed to perform at the Grammy Awards

Thursday, January 29 by ABC News

Even though she'll be performing in Tokyo on Friday, Lady Gaga will brave jet lag to be in Los Angeles Sunday for the Grammy Awards, where she's up for seven awards.Gaga has been confirmed as a performer at the ceremony on Sunday night. She's... Read More.

In brief: ‘DTF St. Louis’ trailer and more

Thursday, January 29 by ABC News

The trailer for the upcoming HBO limited series DTF St. Louis has arrived. The new series, which stars Jason Bateman, David Harbour and Linda Cardellini, premieres on March 1. It centers on a love triangle between three middle-aged adults that... Read More.

‘Clueless,’ ‘Inception’ and more to join National Film Registry

Thursday, January 29 by ABC News

The Library or Congress has announced the 25 films it has selected to join the National Film Registry in 2025.Its selections for last year, which were announced on Thursday, span from the silent film era to iconic Hollywood movies from... Read More.

Protesters clash with law enforcement outside Texas facility where detained 5-year-old is held

Thursday, January 29 by ABC News

(HOUSTON) -- Law enforcement deployed tear gas during a clash with protesters outside a Texas detention facility on Wednesday, where a 5-year-old boy and his father are being held.At least two protesters were detained, according to ABC News' San Antonio affiliate KSAT.Both U.S. Customs... Read More.

Author: ABC News

NAACP to honor A$AP Rocky with Vanguard Award for Fashion

Odessa A’zion exits A24 film over casting controversy: ‘I’m OUT’

On This Day, Jan. 29, 2010: Neil Young is honored as MusiCares Person of the Year

Cher nominated for award for narrating her memoir

The Rolling Stones’ Ronnie Wood to open for Eric Clapton at royal family’s Sandringham estate

Chaka Khan encourages next generation while accepting honor at Resonator Awards: ‘Your voices matter’

Lady Gaga confirmed to perform at the Grammy Awards

In brief: ‘DTF St. Louis’ trailer and more

‘Clueless,’ ‘Inception’ and more to join National Film Registry

Protesters clash with law enforcement outside Texas facility where detained 5-year-old is held

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