Kanye West Trolls Taylor Swift Over Grammy Win Difference

This Day in History: Prince Dies (Sun., April 21)

This Day in History: , Prince Dies. April 21, 2016. The iconic musician, 57, was found dead at his estate, Paisley Park, in Minnesota. Prince had overdosed on fentanyl. His death was ruled accidental. Over the span of four decades, Prince transcended genre and created more than 30 albums, his first in 1978 for Warner Bros. Prince often played all of the instruments on the album himself. He was charismatic and electrifying on stage. His 1984 album 'Purple Rain' sold 13 million copies. It was number one on the 'Billboard' 200 chart for 24 consecutive weeks. He won seven Grammy awards. His final album was released in 2015, just months before his death. Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent, President Obama, via History.com

Rachel Zegler & Kit Connor to Make Broadway Debuts in 'Romeo + Juliet' | THR News Video

Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor are set to make their Broadway debuts in a new production of Shakespeare's 'Romeo + Juliet' this fall. The production will feature music by Grammy Award winner Jack Antonoff, who is also making his Broadway debut, movement by Sonya Tayeh (of 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical') and direction by Sam Gold. While few details have been released about this version of the Shakespeare classic, it promises an angrier take on the tale.

Beyoncé's Latest Album Has Boosts Sales for Western Style

Beyoncé's Latest Album , Boosts Sales for , Western Style. Beyoncé's Latest Album , Boosts Sales for , Western Style. NBC reports that sales of western style boots have surged over 20% since Beyoncé released her recent 'Cowboy Carter' album. . NBC reports that sales of western style boots have surged over 20% since Beyoncé released her recent 'Cowboy Carter' album. . The album marked the music superstar's first entry in the country genre. . According to consumer behavior firm Circana, there were significant boosts to unit sales for western style boots even before the full album dropped. . According to consumer behavior firm Circana, there were significant boosts to unit sales for western style boots even before the full album dropped. . The Wild West aesthetic started to experience a surge with the release of the singles 'Texas Hold 'Em' and '16 Carriages.'. The Wild West aesthetic started to experience a surge with the release of the singles 'Texas Hold 'Em' and '16 Carriages.'. Since the start of April, Boot Barn shares have shot up over 4%. . NBC points out that the 32-time Grammy winner's most recent album comes amid a wave of cultural push for western-inspired styles. Earlier this year, Louis Vuitton released the American Western line at Paris Fashion Week. . In addition to stagecoach-inspired boots, the new line showcased western style classics like bolo ties and cowboy hats. The CEO of Levi Strauss, Michelle Gass, spoke to analysts about the boost the company received from a song on 'Cowboy Carter' being titled 'Levii's Jeans.'. The CEO of Levi Strauss, Michelle Gass, spoke to analysts about the boost the company received from a song on 'Cowboy Carter' being titled 'Levii's Jeans.'. I don’t think there’s any better evidence or proof point than having someone like Beyoncé, who is a culture shaper, to actually name a song after us, Michelle Gass, CEO of Levi Strauss, via NBC. I don’t think there’s any better evidence or proof point than having someone like Beyoncé, who is a culture shaper, to actually name a song after us, Michelle Gass, CEO of Levi Strauss, via NBC

This Day in History: Marvin Gaye Is Shot and Killed by His Own Father

This Day in History:, Marvin Gaye Is Shot and Killed by His Own Father. April 1, 1984. Gaye's father — Rev. Marvin Gaye Sr. — shot and killed the Prince of Soul three times in the chest following a physical dispute between the two. It was a day before the soul icon's 45th birthday. Despite winning his first Grammy for "Sexual Healing" just a year before, Gaye was struggling with debt, depression and substance abuse. He had recently moved in with his father and mother. Gaye and his father had a difficult and complicated relationship since Gaye was a boy. According to Gaye's brother, Frankie — who held the singer in his arms as he died — his final words were, “I got what I wanted... I couldn’t do it myself, so I made him do it.”

Remembering Chester Bennington

Remembering Chester Bennington. Chester Charles Bennington was born on March 20, 1976, and died on July 20, 2017. Here are five facts to celebrate the Grammy-winning singer. 1. He had a close friendship with the late Soundgarden and Audioslave frontman, Chris Cornell. 2. Besides Linkin Park, he sang for Dead by Sunrise and Stone Temple Pilots. 3. He also acted and appeared in ‘Crank’ and ‘Saw 3D.’. 4. His first band was Sean Dowdell and His Friends?. 5. He cited Depeche Mode and Stone Temple Pilots as his early inspirations. Happy Birthday, Chester Bennington!

David Leitch & Kelly McCormick on Conversations With Ryan Gosling Doing Stunts for 'The Fall Guy' | THR Video

'The Fall Guy' director David Leitch and producer Kelly McCormick talk about conversations with Ryan Gosling doing his own stunts in the movie. Plus, Kelly McCormick dishes on choosing Taylor Swift's "All Too Well" for the car scene.

Emily Blunt Calls Stunt People the "Unsung Heroes" of the Entertainment Industry at 'The Fall Guy' Premiere | THR Video

Emily Blunt chats with THR on the red carpet for 'The Fall Guy' and calls stunt people the "unsung heroes" of the entertainment industry. Plus, she shares her thoughts on Taylor Swift's reaction to hers and Ryan Gosling's SNL monologue.

Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' Has Best Streaming Week Ever

Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' , Has Best Streaming Week Ever. Associated Press reports that Taylor Swift's latest album 'The Tortured Poets Department' has continued to dominate. . In the week following its release, Swift's 11th album hit number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The accomplishment ties Swift with Jay-Z for having 14 number one albums, the second most, compared to The Beatles who hold the record with 19 number one albums. . The accomplishment ties Swift with Jay-Z for having 14 number one albums, the second most, compared to The Beatles who hold the record with 19 number one albums. . The accomplishment ties Swift with Jay-Z for having 14 number one albums, the second most, compared to The Beatles who hold the record with 19 number one albums. . The 31-track double album has already amassed 2.61 million equivalent album units, with 1.91 million of those coming from traditional album sales. The 31-track double album has already amassed 2.61 million equivalent album units, with 1.91 million of those coming from traditional album sales. Bolstering those traditional album sales, which include downloads, CDs and cassettes, the album had the highest vinyl sales in modern history, accounting for 859,000 units. Bolstering those traditional album sales, which include downloads, CDs and cassettes, the album had the highest vinyl sales in modern history, accounting for 859,000 units. The album has also already become the top-selling album of 2024, surpassing Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter,' which sold 228,000 units. The album has also already become the top-selling album of 2024, surpassing Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter,' which sold 228,000 units. According to Luminate, the album also hit 891.34 million streams, which registered as the biggest streaming week for an album ever. . According to Luminate, the album also hit 891.34 million streams, which registered as the biggest streaming week for an album ever. . My mind is blown. I’m completely floored by the love you’ve shown this album. , Taylor Swift, via X. 2.6 million are you actually serious? Thank you for listening, streaming, and welcoming Tortured Poets into your life. Feeling completely overwhelmed, Taylor Swift, via X. The album has also broken the highest single-week for an album, eclipsing Drake's 'Scorpion,' which had 745.92 million in 2018

Three key moments from the first debate with lead EU candidates

The lead candidates in the European elections faced off against each other in the first debate of the race, haggling over the Green Deal, the Israel-Hamas war, irregular migration, artificial intelligence and TikTok, among others.