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Nick Cannon Dropped by ViacomCBS After Making Anti-Semitic Comments – Variety
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Nick Cannon Dropped by ViacomCBS After Making Anti-Semitic Comments – Variety

ViacomCBS is ending its long-running relationship with Nick Cannon after he made anti-Semitic comments on his podcast. In the June 30 episode of “Cannon’s Class,” the actor and TV host interviewed Professor Griff, a rapper who was a part of Public Enemy before leaving the group after making anti-Semitic remarks. On the podcast, Cannon said Black people are the “true Hebrews” and talked about anti-Semitic conspiracy theories involving the Rothschild family. “It’s never hate speech, you can’t be anti-Semitic when we are the Semitic people,” Cannon said.  “When we are the same people who they want to be. That’s our birthright. We are the true Hebrews.” A ViacomCBS spokesperson released a statement to Variety, saying that the company’s relationship with Cannon is now terminate...
Showbiz Kids Doc: Former Child Stars on Feeling Sexualized and Price of Early Fame – TooFab
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Showbiz Kids Doc: Former Child Stars on Feeling Sexualized and Price of Early Fame – TooFab

In the doc, Wil Wheaton opens up about Stand By Me costar River Phoenix's death, while the late Cameron Boyce reveals how his fame affected his family. Premiering Tuesday night on HBO, the new documentary "Showbiz Kids" shines a light on just that -- the real lives of former child stars in Hollywood. Written and directed by former child star Alex Winter ("Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure," "The Lost Boys"), the doc featured interviews with many actors who broke out at a young age -- including Evan Rachel Wood, Milla Jovovich, Mara Wilson, Wil Wheaton, Henry Thomas, Todd Bridges and the late Cameron Boyce. Throughout the 90-minute documentary, the group touched on their big breaks, how success led to issues with socialization and their parents, and feeling sexualized at fa...
Tyra Banks to be named new host of Dancing With The Stars after Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews axed – Daily Mail
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Tyra Banks to be named new host of Dancing With The Stars after Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews axed – Daily Mail

Tyra Banks is set to be announced as the new host of Dancing With The Stars, DailyMail.com can exclusively reveal. Multiple sources from within ABC have confirmed the former America’s Next Top Model host, 46, will replace Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews, who were both dropped from the hit show on Monday. Banks will also be given an executive producer title and will be officially unveiled as the new host on Good Morning America on Wednesday, the insiders tell DailyMail.com. DailyMail.com has reached out to ABC for comment. The latest: Tyra Banks, 46, is set to be announced as the new host of Dancing With The Stars, DailyMail.com can exclusively reveal Bergeron most recently hosted the 28th season of Dancing With The Stars and marked his 15th year with the program. The ...
Why Pop Smoke & Juice WRLD’s Posthumous Albums Have Connected With Fans – Billboard
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Why Pop Smoke & Juice WRLD’s Posthumous Albums Have Connected With Fans – Billboard

With the big No. 1 arrival of the late Pop Smoke’s album Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon on the Billboard 200 chart, and with Juice WRLD’s own posthumous release Legends Never Die likely to make a splash high on the tally next week, it’s clear that both albums are resonating with fans in big way. On the latest Billboard Pop Shop Podcast (listen below), the team takes a closer look at these two albums, why the two posthumous projects have connected with fans and dive into a discussion about the complications and concerns involved with releasing albums by artists who are no longer with us. In addition, Pop Shop hosts Jason and Keith chat about big chart news from the world of Broadway, as the Hamilton: An American Musical cast album surges to No. 2 on the Billboard 200. The p...
Why Pop Smoke & Juice WRLD’s Posthumous Albums Have Connected With Fans – Billboard
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Why Pop Smoke & Juice WRLD’s Posthumous Albums Have Connected With Fans – Billboard

With the big No. 1 arrival of the late Pop Smoke’s album Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon on the Billboard 200 chart, and with Juice WRLD’s own posthumous release Legends Never Die likely to make a splash high on the tally next week, it’s clear that both albums are resonating with fans in big way. On the latest Billboard Pop Shop Podcast (listen below), the team takes a closer look at these two albums, why the two posthumous projects have connected with fans and dive into a discussion about the complications and concerns involved with releasing albums by artists who are no longer with us. In addition, Pop Shop hosts Jason and Keith chat about big chart news from the world of Broadway, as the Hamilton: An American Musical cast album surges to No. 2 on the Billboard 200. The p...
Why Pop Smoke & Juice WRLD’s Posthumous Albums Have Connected With Fans – Billboard
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Why Pop Smoke & Juice WRLD’s Posthumous Albums Have Connected With Fans – Billboard

With the big No. 1 arrival of the late Pop Smoke’s album Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon on the Billboard 200 chart, and with Juice WRLD’s own posthumous release Legends Never Die likely to make a splash high on the tally next week, it’s clear that both albums are resonating with fans in big way. On the latest Billboard Pop Shop Podcast (listen below), the team takes a closer look at these two albums, why the two posthumous projects have connected with fans and dive into a discussion about the complications and concerns involved with releasing albums by artists who are no longer with us. In addition, Pop Shop hosts Jason and Keith chat about big chart news from the world of Broadway, as the Hamilton: An American Musical cast album surges to No. 2 on the Billboard 200. The p...
Britney Spears Busts a Move to Billie Eilishs Bury a Friend in New Dance Video – Billboard
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Britney Spears Busts a Move to Billie Eilishs Bury a Friend in New Dance Video – Billboard

The pop queen crossover we needed. Britney Spears took to Instagram on Tuesday (July 14) to share one of her classic dance video posts. She often dances to a Michael Jackson song, but this time, Brit opted for a Billie Eilish smash hit. Spears busted a move to Eilish's eerie "bury a friend," hitting every note as she danced around her house. "Need I say more .....Billie !!!!!" she wrote in the caption with nerd face and star emojis. "I know ..... I should makeup on and brush my hair but I just wanna dance," she continued. Here's to hoping we'll get an Eilish/Spears collaboration soon. Watch the dance video below.
Star Wars: Adam Driver Hit His All-Time High When He Portrayed Ben Solo – Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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Star Wars: Adam Driver Hit His All-Time High When He Portrayed Ben Solo – Showbiz Cheat Sheet

The Star Wars sequel trilogy has been the subject of many an online tirade, whether it’s over The Last Jedi upending fan expectations or The Rise of Skywalker deflating them. However, there is one group that has emerged largely unscathed.  The prequel trilogy, fairly or unfairly, drew jeers for performances by Hayden Christensen, Jake Lloyd, Natalie Portman and others. As many words have been typed about the disappointments of the sequels, very little ire has been directed toward the cast. Fans hold Daisy Ridley, John Boyega and Oscar Isaac’s performances in high regard, even if they think the movies are disappointing. However, Adam Driver gets singled out for particular praise.  From Ben Solo to Kylo Ren to Reylo Adam Driver | Rich Fury/Getty ImagesThe jo...
Kanye West has reportedly dropped out of the presidential race – NME
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Kanye West has reportedly dropped out of the presidential race – NME

Kanye West has reportedly withdrawn from the US presidential race, less than two weeks after announcing that he would run. A member of West’s campaign team, Steve Kramer, has reportedly told New York Magazine’s Intelligencer off-shot that the rapper will no longer contest the election. “He’s out,” Kramer told Intelligencer. Kramer did not specify West’s reasons for allegedly withdrawing, but said he’d “let [Intelligencer] know what I know once I get all our stuff cancelled.” Kanye West announced his intention to run for US president on July 4. “We must now realize the promise of America by trusting God, unifying our vision and building our future,” West wrote on Twitter. “I am running for president of the United States!” We must now realize the promise of America by trusting...
Why Pop Smoke & Juice WRLD’s Posthumous Albums Have Connected With Fans – Billboard
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Why Pop Smoke & Juice WRLD’s Posthumous Albums Have Connected With Fans – Billboard

With the big No. 1 arrival of the late Pop Smoke’s album Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon on the Billboard 200 chart, and with Juice WRLD’s own posthumous release Legends Never Die likely to make a splash high on the tally next week, it’s clear that both albums are resonating with fans in big way. On the latest Billboard Pop Shop Podcast (listen below), the team takes a closer look at these two albums, why the two posthumous projects have connected with fans and dive into a discussion about the complications and concerns involved with releasing albums by artists who are no longer with us. In addition, Pop Shop hosts Jason and Keith chat about big chart news from the world of Broadway, as the Hamilton: An American Musical cast album surges to No. 2 on the Billboard 200. The p...