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Mariah Carey’s birthday present — to us — is the release of her Olympics performance

Thursday, March 26 by ABC News

Mariah Carey's birthday - or, as she calls it, anniversary - is Friday, but we're getting the gifts.At midnight, Mariah is releasing her performance from the opening of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games in February. As part of... Read More.

Cardi B takes Madison Square Garden stage with help from Cash Cobain, Lil’ Kim

Thursday, March 26 by ABC News

Cardi B performed at Madison Square Garden Wednesday night, showcasing some new looks and surprising fans with special guests Cash Cobain and Lil' Kim. "I don't really got sexy songs, I got gangsta songs," she said, before welcoming Cash Cobain to the stage.... Read More.

George Clinton to headline 2026 ‘Essence’ Festival of Culture

Thursday, March 26 by ABC News

George Clinton is in his mid-80s, but his goal remains to "Just Sing." He and Parliament-Funkadelic have been tapped to take the stage July 5 at the Essence Festival of Culture with a headlining set that will close out the annual event.The performance will... Read More.

Akon announces new album, ‘Beautiful Day’

Thursday, March 26 by ABC News

It's a Beautiful Day, as Akon has new music on the way. He's set to release a new album, Beautiful Day, on April 22.The album will feature lead single "Akon's Beautiful Day"; "Never Really Mattered" with rising sister group SIMIEN; "Que Calor" with DJ/producer... Read More.

Megan Thee … Rockstar? Rapper teams up with Nickelback to bring back Cheetos pickle flavor

Thursday, March 26 by ABC News

Megan Thee Stallion stars alongside rockers Nickelback in a new commercial for Cheetos advertising the return of its Flamin' Hot Dill Pickle flavor.The video begins with Meg on a video set demanding the return of the limited-edition flavor by telling... Read More.

Usher talks Diddy’s legacy, says he has nothing negative to say about him

Wednesday, March 25 by ABC News

An interview with Usher is making headlines for his comments about Sean "Diddy" Combs.The singer sat down with Forbes' The Enterprise Zone and spoke about his relationship with Combs, who was both a mentor and frequent collaborator.Asked to describe Diddy... Read More.

H.E.R. stars in official trailer for DreamWorks Animation’s ‘Forgotten Island’

Wednesday, March 25 by ABC News

The official trailer for DreamWorks Animation's Forgotten Island has arrived.Grammy and Oscar winner H.E.R. stars alongside Liza Soberano in the upcoming movie, which centers on friendship. The pair voice high school graduates Jo and Raissa, who have been best friends... Read More.

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Mariah Carey’s birthday present — to us — is the release of her Olympics performance

Cardi B takes Madison Square Garden stage with help from Cash Cobain, Lil’ Kim

George Clinton to headline 2026 ‘Essence’ Festival of Culture

Akon announces new album, ‘Beautiful Day’

Megan Thee … Rockstar? Rapper teams up with Nickelback to bring back Cheetos pickle flavor

Usher talks Diddy’s legacy, says he has nothing negative to say about him

H.E.R. stars in official trailer for DreamWorks Animation’s ‘Forgotten Island’

Jack Harlow’s taking ‘Monica’ on tour

Cardi B says it’s ‘really exciting’ to know she sold out Little Miss Drama hometown shows

Suge Knight to release memoir: ‘It’s my truth about Tupac, Death Row and my life’

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