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Romeo Santos Pledges $100k for Puerto Rico Hurricane Relief
Latin star Romeo Santos will donate $100,000 for Puerto Rico hurricane relief. The “King” of bachata, as he’s known, made the announcement during his Superstar Q&A at the 2022 Billboard Latin Music Week, after learning that Billboard had partnered with the Red Cross to raise funds for Puerto Rico. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Billboard VP/Latin Industry Lead Leila Cobo initially asked Santos if it was true that he had pledged to donate $20,000. “That’s very generous,” said Cobo. “Puerto Rico has given a lot more than $20,000,” said Santos. “Let’s step it up. Let’s give $100,000!” he said, to loud applause. The amount will include $30,000 pledged by his business partner, Artie Pabon. Billboard’s chief marketing officer, Dana...
‘The Voice’ Contestant Injects ‘Twang’ Into Taylor Swift Cover
The blind auditions are in full swing on The Voice, and Cara Brindisi has already put down a marker. The 34-year-old contestant covered Taylor Swift’s “All Too Well” with some good old-fashion country flair — a style that’s close to the hearts of millions of TayTay fans. It didn’t take long before chairs began to turn, starting with Blake Shelton, and followed closely by his partner Gwen Stefani. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Brindisi, a native of Worcester, Massachusetts, explained her decision to cover Swift. “I just love songs that tell stories. And that story is one that I think most everyone at some point in their life can relate to.” Shelton liked what he heard. “I heard some twang coming out in your voice. And it was ringing my...
Bruno Mars Is Taking Over Las Vegas for New Year’s Eve: How to Get Tickets
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Bruno Mars is already booked for New Year’s Eve! The Grammy winner is slated to perform two shows in Las Vegas on Dec. 30 and 31. The New Year’s Eve performances will take place at Dolby Live at Park MGM Grand. Tickets went on sale Friday (Sept. 23) and are currently priced at $575 and up on Ticketmaster. The 36-year-old singer is no stranger to Sin City, but he’s usually not onstage alone. Mars and Anderson .Paak wrapped up their Silk Sonic residency at the Park MGM last month. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and...
Keke Palmer Declares the Start of ‘UGG Season’: UGG Boots, Booties & Platforms to Buy for Fall
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. It’s that time of year again: UGG season is finally here! Keke Palmer announced the official start of UGG season with a hilarious video posted to Instagram on Thursday (Sept. 22). “It’s bright outside, the birds are chirping, and you want to know why? It’s UGG season, honey,” Palmer proclaims in the video. The Nope star has owned over 50 pairs of Uggs, she recently revealed to People magazine. “UGG reflect my personal style a lot — I think it reflects on everybody’s personal style because it’s universal.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and ...
Watch Hilary Duff Re-Create Her Iconic ‘That’s So Gay’ Anti-Bullying PSA: ‘A Culture-Defining MOMENT’
Think homophobia’s cool? That’s so yesterday. On Thursday, Hilary Duff took to social media to re-create her iconic anti-bullying PSA that taught an entire generation of millennials to stop saying: “That’s so gay.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Luckily, the “That’s What Dreams Are Made Of” singer had some help from Pentatonix star Scott Hoying and his fiancé Mark Manio, who gamely played the roles of the girls Duff sassily educated in the 2008 clip. “Do you like this top?” Hoying lip-synced, to which Manio thoughtlessly replied, “So gay.” Overhearing the pair, Duff interrupted to kindly end homophobia in its tracks. “You know, you really shouldn’t say that,” the Lizzie McGuire alum chided. “Say that something’s gay when you mean it’s bad. It’...
Harry Styles’ Creepy ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ Song With Florence Pugh Is Here: Listen
After years of Internet buzz, Don’t Worry Darling finally hit theaters on Friday (Sept. 23) — and in the film, Harry Styles not only stars as Jack alongside Florence Pugh’s Alice, but he also contributed a song to the movie’s score called “With You All the Time.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The song, which pops up throughout the film as a “trigger song,” is a track that Pugh’s character hums to herself throughout the 1950s-set psychological thriller. On streaming services, the nearly three-minute-long song is credited to “Alice and Jack,” the names of Pugh’s and Styles’ characters in the film. Last month, while chatting with Variety, director Olivia Wilde shared that it only took the 28-year-old Grammy winner five minutes to ma...
‘Andor’: How to Stream the ‘Star Wars’ Prequel Series on Disney+
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. A new era begins with Andor, the Rogue One prequel series, now streaming on Disney+. The three-episode premiere arrived on Wednesday (Sept 21). Diego Luna stars as Andor in the 12-episode series from the Star Wars franchise, which follows Cassian Andor’s journey as a rebel hero. Stellan Skarsgård, Genevive O’Reilly, Alex Ferns, Kyle Soller, Adria Arjona and Denise Gough are among the cast. Read on for details on how to watch Andor and other Disney+ exclusives for free. How to Watch Andor on Disney+ Andor is streaming exclusively on Disney+, at no extr...
Knight Talks ‘Masked Singer’ Exit, Calls Costume ‘Murderous’ & Stands By ‘Signature’ Delivery
Spoiler alert: This story contains information about contestants eliminated on Wednesday’s (Sept. 21) episode of The Masked Singer. Not everyone who appears on The Masked Singer is known for their vocal chops. In fact, the hit costumed Fox reality singing program is well-known for throwing some decidedly vocally challenged ringers onto the stage. Which is why Wednesday night’s season 8 premiere was a classic mix of perfect ‘fits and puttin’ on the ritz. As part of the new format, in which only one contestant moves on from each episode, the “Royal” season opener kicked off with the Harp, who regally romped through P!nk’s “Perfect,” followed by the Hedgehog, who amiably kicked up his pads to The Beatles’ “Love Me Do.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, char...
‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Season 5: How to Watch the Hulu Series for Free
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. “Blessed be the fruit.” The latest season of The Handmaid’s Tale premiered on Hulu on Thursday (Sept. 14). Elisabeth Moss, Samira Wiley, Bradley Whitford, Yvonne Strahovski, Max Minghella, O-T Fagbenle, Ann Dowd, Madeline Brewer, Amanda Brugel and Sam Jaeger star in the series set in a totalitarian, dystopian republic known as Gilead. In season 5, June (Moss) faces consequences for killing Commander Waterford (Joseph Fiennes) while struggling to “redefine her identity and purpose.” June, Luke (Fagbenle) and Moira (Wiley) fight Gilead from afar an...
Here’s When Selena Gomez’s New Documentary Is Arriving
Selena Gomez recently announced her upcoming Apple TV+ documentary Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me, and now she’s revealed when the film will be hitting screens. In a new post on Tuesday (Sept. 20), the superstar unveiled a teaser for the doc, writing, “My Mind & Me. We don’t get along sometimes and it gets hard to breathe… But I wouldn’t change my life. Out November 4 @appletvplus @alekkeshishian.” The visual features a rapid-fire montage of Gomez experiencing a wave of differing emotions, from tears and anxiety to laughter and joy as the words “Every breath a breakthrough” flash onscreen. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Directed by filmmaker Alek Keshishian (Madonna: Truth or Dare), the movie is set to open the upcoming AFI Festiva...
Rain On Me: The 20 Best Bridal Shower Gifts Under $100
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. It’s wedding season! Although June tends to be most commonly known as the wedding month, many couples are saving their “I Do’s” for the fall and winter. In fact, 80 percent of weddings take place between May and October and only 13 percent of those weddings are scheduled for June, The Knot reports. For shoppers on a budget, we’ve collected a list of 20 of the best bridal showers gifts that you can find online for under $100. From jewelry to sleepwear, check below for a roundup of thoughtful, practical, romantic gift ideas and honeymoon must-haves. Our list h...
Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty Loungewear Is Perfect for Cozy Season: Shop the Collection
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Countdown to cozy season! The dog days of summer are almost over, and Rihanna is making it easier for fans to stay comfy for fall. The first batch of Savage x Fenty loungewear, featuring comfy joggers, hoodies, ribbed tanks, boy shorts, pocket tees and other closet staples available in sizes ranging from XXS-4X, debuted on Sept. 8. Items start at around $24.95 for Savage x Fenty VIP members and $32.95 for non-members (VIP members get discounted pricing, plus an additional 50% off for new members). The unisex collection is available in yellow, green, black, p...
