John Legend
American singer and songwriter (born 1978)
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John Roger Stephens, known professionally as John Legend, is an American singer, songwriter, pianist, record producer, and actor. He began his musical career working behind the scenes for other artists, playing piano on Lauryn Hill's "Everything Is Everything," and performing as an uncredited backing vocalist on Jay-Z's "Encore" and Alicia Keys' "You Don't Know My Name". He was the first artist to sign with Kanye West's GOOD Music, through which he released his debut studio album, Get Lifted (2004). The album reached the top ten of the Billboard 200, received double platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and spawned his first hit song, "Ordinary People."
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John Legend to Appear at Democratic National ConventionDemocratic big wigs are attempting to corral A-list celebs to show face at the Democratic National Convention -- and one person we know they've locked down is John Legend. Sources with direct knowledge..TMZ.com - Published | |
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Chrissy Teigen Explains Why She Was Bathing in 'Dirty' BathwaterChrissy Teigen had to explain why her bathwater looked dirty as hell after John Legend posted a video of her washing up ... and the explanation had already been spoken. Here's the deal ... John..TMZ.com - Published | |
TikToker Claims Chrissy Teigen & John Legend Kicked Group Out of Photo BoothChrissy Teigen and John Legend seemed eager to take a pic at an event last night -- but one woman is suggesting they booted her crew early just so they could get their own shots. A new video posted to..TMZ.com - Published | |
Leo DiCaprio, Usher, Justin Timberlake Hold Court at WME Pre-Oscars BashHollywood's elite are warming up for Sunday's Oscars with pre-parties every bit as celeb-packed as the main event will be ... as Usher, John Legend and Leo DiCaprio rallied in one of the town's more..TMZ.com - Published | |
John Legend Roasted After Covering Nate Dogg's Hook in '21 Questions'John Legend got onstage with 50 Cent to do his best version of Nate Dogg -- and while he certainly dished his own twist ... not everybody's feeling it, and they're letting him know too. The singer..TMZ.com - Published | |
What's The Big Frigin' Difference?!John Legend may be an EGOT winner, but can you win over the minor switch-ups in these two shots? Come take a stroll with John in the park ... you may wanna throw on your jacket ... it's cold out here!..TMZ.com - Published | |
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend Renew Wedding Vows in ItalyChrissy Teigen and John Legend are married again!!! They went back to the scene of the OG nuptials and recommitted. Chrissy and John dressed to the 9's Saturday and renewed their vows in Lake Como ......TMZ.com - Published | |
Chrissy Teigen & John Legend Renewing Vows At Celeb-Packed Destination CeremonyChrissy Teigen and John Legend are saying "I do" once again -- we've learned the happy couple is renewing their vows at a destination wedding (pt. 2) with some big names. Sources with knowledge of the..TMZ.com - Published | |
'Our new love': Chrissy Teigen and John Legend welcome fourth child - named after surrogate mother![]() Sky News - Published | |
John Legend & Chrissy Teigen Welcome New ChildJohn Legend and Chrissy Teigen just added a new bundle of joy to their growing fam. The Grammy Award-winning singer announced he and his model wife had welcomed their fourth child on Friday morning .....TMZ.com - Published | |
John Legend's Porsche Intruder Arrested for Attempted Grand Theft AutoJohn Legend almost had his Porsche stolen, according to cops, who say a man hopped in the luxury sportscar while the singer was inside a recording studio ... and then got arrested. The LAPD tells TMZ..TMZ.com - Published | Chrissy Teigen and John Legend Say They're Teaming Up To Cook Thanksgiving MealChrissy Teigen and John Legend are partners in more ways than one ... telling us they're both going to hit the kitchen ... cooking up a storm for Thanksgiving! We got Chrissy and John at Bristol Farms..TMZ.com - Published |
John Legend Explains Falling Out with Kanye, Not Just PoliticsJohn Legend says his friendship with Kanye West dissolved because of who JL supported in the 2020 election -- not so much who Ye's supported of late ... namely, Donald Trump. The singer did an..TMZ.com - Published | Chrissy Teigen Announces She's PregnantChrissy Teigen and John Legend have a new baby on the way, and though Chrissy says she's still nervous with each doctor appointment ... so far, everything is "perfect and beautiful." Teigen took to..TMZ.com - Published |
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'A special experience': John Legend thanks busker for singing his song after seeing her perform in Boston![]() Sky News - Published | Chrissy Teigen and John Legend Hold Memorial for Son, JackChrissy Teigen and her family are honoring the spirit of the family member they lost last year -- their son, Jack. Chrissy and her husband, John Legend, along with their kids, Luna and Miles, held a..TMZ.com - Published |