Missy Elliott: Celebs Rumors

Last October, Dallas singer BeMyFiasco shared her debut album Where I Left You, which was intended to be a love letter to the work of Missy Elliott, Timbaland, and Da Bassment Cru. A list of inspirations like that might lead some people to create something entirely self-serious, but Where I Left You manages to remain lighthearted throughout. Freeing, dancefloor-ready tracks like "Through the Middle" balance out heavier ones like the Little Brother-assisted "Outside the Lines." Today, BeMyFiasco is sharing the video for "2 Car Garage," which was animated by CrypticDonuts (Tavia McMillan).

Jay-Z‘s performance at the June 2001 edition of Hot 97 Summer Jam at Nassau Coliseum in New York, over two decades after it took place.The legendary set saw the rapper bring out Michael Jackson and Missy Elliott and, infamously, debut his Nas and Mobb Deep diss track ‘Takeover’ ahead of its inclusion on the album ‘The Blueprint’ a few months later.While performing the song during his Summer Jam set, Jay projected onto huge screens a photo of Mobb Deep member Prodigy taking part in a dance class as a child. Jay went on to reference the moment on the studio version of the track, rapping, “Don’t be the next contestant on that Summer Jam screen“.Though audio of the set has long been available, video has not been easily accessible until this week, when YouTube channel HipHopVCR uploaded all 57 minutes of the performance in full, as Stereogum points out.

Dua Lipa is one of the biggest and most successful pop singers on the planet right now, which is crazy to consider, as she has only released two albums.While she may only be able to claim a pair of full-lengths, she has released quite a lot of music, as she regularly expands her projects with new singles and additional tunes.In a relatively short span of time, Lipa has partnered with beloved musicians from many different genres and eras to create some truly special collaborations. Read on to learn our choices for the 10 best collaborations in Dua Lipa’s discography.10. “Demeanor” with Pop SmokeWith two of the hottest names in music attached to this tune, it’s a bit surprising that “Demeanor” wasn’t a bigger hit.

Tinseltown is up to some tricks! Though Hollywood can be a serious business, celebrities often share their light-hearted sides — and what better way to prove their comedic nuance than with practical jokes at the expense of others?

Celeb makeup artist AJ Crimson has sadly passed away.

has died. He was 27.The pioneering beauty mogul and CEO of AJ Crimson Beauty died on Wednesday, March 30, his family confirmed in a statement to ET on Thursday.«AJ Crimson was a makeup industry leader that set a standard of beauty that was elevated, beautiful, and accessible to people of all color,» the family shared. «We as a family are heartbroken and devastated by his passing, but thankful for the lessons that he laid on each of us with his truth, directness, and leadership.»«We thank you all for your kind words, tweets, and posts, as AJ was an inspiration to us as much as he was a bright light to the rest of the world,» they continued.

Bree Runway has today (March 24) shared an emotive new single, ‘Somebody Like You’ – listen to it below.Speaking about the track in a press release, Runway described it as “an ode to my future lover, in a generation where love and relationships have become so transactional, I’m still preserving myself for the real thing.“[On] ‘Somebody like you’ – he is also like me, he will see value in a love that can’t be bought, it simply just is. It can be such an empty, soulless generation but in all of that I am still sure there is a precious diamond in all the dirt for me.”You can check out the new single here:Back in February, Runway shared an empowering new single called ‘Pressure’.Speaking about that track, Runway said: “I’ve been away for a second now, but I’m back to apply exactly what the song title says: PRESSURE.“I love how this song embodies everything I am.

Missy Elliott, Kali Uchis, Jhené Aiko, Ozuna, and Anderson .Paak & the Free Nationals.It is described on the festival’s social media channels as “a radical movement designed for and by Black, Brown, Asian/Pacific Islander, and LGBTQIA+ free spirits, artists, and creators”.Elsewhere on the line-up are Jorja Smith, Flatbush Zombies, Major Lazer Sound System, Wizkid and Jai Wolf.The mission of the event (via Rolling Stone) is “to close the equity gap for Black, Brown, Asian, and other underrepresented people in the entertainment industry, with the aim of achieving a diversified workforce across all levels in the industry by 2030.”Tickets are available now via Dice.A post shared by LETSGETFR.EE (@letsgetfr.ee)“LETSGETFR.EE is more than just a music festival,” it reads on the festival website. “It’s a radically inclusive experience where you get to explore and engage with other cultures and other communities in a broad-minded, respectful, considerate, non-cliché, and non-exploitative way.“A celebration of cross-cultural exploration (inspired by Brazilian Carnaval’s approach to extreme fun and radical self-expression) takes place in Queens—widely considered to be the most diverse county in America.“LETSGETFR.EE’s line up celebrates a number of contemporary culture-crossing artists who we believe have followed in the footsteps of free-thinking change agents and artists-as-world-citizens like Nina Simone and Caetano Veloso.” In December last year, Timbaland took to Twitter to tease a new studio album for Missy Elliott.The album would be Elliott’s seventh, and first since 2005’s ‘The Cookbook’.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorIt’s been a long time coming — two years, in fact — but the Songwriters Hall of Fame has confirmed that its twice-pandemic delayed 51 Annual Induction & Awards Gala will take place on Thursday, June 16, 2022, at its longtime location, the Marriott Marquis New York’s Times Square.The 2022 date, originally set for June 10, 2020, will induct previously announced songwriters, Mariah Carey, Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart (Eurythmics), Ernie Isley / Marvin Isley / O’Kelly Isley / Ronald Isley / Rudolph Isley / Chris Jasper (the Isley Brothers), Steve Miller, Pharrell Williams / Chad Hugo (the Neptunes), Rick Nowels and William “Mickey” Stevenson. Master songwriter Paul Williams will be receiving the prestigious Johnny Mercer Award and Universal Music Publishing Chairman-CEO Jody Gerson will receive the Abe Olman Publisher Award.

Jennifer Maas TV Business WriterMary J. Blige’s iconic ’90s song “Real Love” is being turned into a Lifetime movie, with the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul executive producing the made-for-TV film.One of her most beloved and memorable tracks, “Real Love” was Blige’s first song to hit the Top 10 and was certified gold two months after its release in 1992.Per Lifetime, in the coming-of-age romantic drama “Real Love,” Kendra sets off on her own for the first time to a college in upstate New York, determined to focus on her studies.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorMissy Elliott, Wizkid, Ozuna, Kali Uchis, Anderson .Paak & the Free Nationals, Jhené Aiko and many more will perform at a new festival in New York called LetsGetFr.ee, taking place at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens on August 20-21, with a special opening night gala on the 19 th.The festival, which also features Jorja Smith, Yendry, El Alfa, Ferg, Lido Pimienta, Flatbush Zombies, Tems, ​​Bomba Estéreo, Major Lazer Sound System and many more, is presented by Afropunk festival founder Matthew Morgan and longtime partner Jocelyn Cooper in partnership with global creative agency Anomaly.The full lineup appears below.According to the announcement, the festival is “the largest diversity-focused, purpose-driven music experience in the U.S. Its mission is to close the equity gap for Black, Brown, Asian, and other underrepresented people in the entertainment industry, with the aim of achieving a diversified workforce across all levels in the industry by 2030.” The festival pledges that it will only work with brands and companies who commit to long-term systemic change.

Bree Runway has shared an empowering new single today (February 7) called ‘Pressure’ – listen below.The single, which premiered as Clara Amfo’s Hottest Record on BBC Radio 1, is described as “the first of a trilogy of releases”.Speaking about the new track, Runway said: “I’ve been away for a second now, but I’m back to apply exactly what the song title says: PRESSURE.“I love how this song embodies everything I am. It oozes Africa with the rhythm of the drums, the attitude, the assurance and the fashion.“I made this song with nights out in mind.

a famous localized walk, and national dance fads into her big moment. Running through speaker-rattling, signature hometown cuts like Kendrick Lamar’s “Humble” and Tupac’s “California Love,” famed gymnast Nia Dennis scored a 9.5 (pushing the University of California to a win against Arizona State). She was on fire—for a cause.

Pulling back the curtain. Janet Jackson is known for being fiercely private, but her new documentary allowed her to address longstanding misconceptions about her family and career.

Janet Jackson is finally premiering tonight, on Lifetime and A&E. Jackson is giving fans an intimate, honest look into her life and untold story. The doc, simply titled after her 1982 debut album, has been in the making for five years. The two-part, four-hour event will feature unseen home videos, archival footage and unfiltered moments with Ms.

Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+, HBO Max, Paramount+, Netflix, Peacock, Discovery+ and even more streaming services, there’s no shortage of options when choosing what to binge-watch this weekend. However, sometimes the amount of great film and television available to stream can be overwhelming and lead to hours scrolling aimlessly, hoping to land on that perfect piece of content.  Scroll no more! To help you out, we've rounded up the best movies and TV shows to stream this weekend — including new arrivals, nostalgia-filled favorites and titles you may have missed the (well-deserved) hype on originally that are worth circling back for. From a new HBO period piece from the creator of, to the long-awaited follow-up series to a beloved sitcom, , we’ve got your content covered this week. For even more recommendations, make sure to check out our guide for everything new on Prime Video and Hulu this month.Starring fan favorites and newcomers alike including Hilary Duff, Lily James, Carrie Coon, Sebastian Stan, Seth Rogen, Nick Offerman, Tiffany Haddish, Selena Gomez, Andy Samberg, Kathryn Hahn, Jim Gaffigan, Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Jacob Elordi, Ben Affleck, Lily Collins, Sarah Jessica Parker and more, here are the best TV shows and movies to stream this week:Marking the 40th anniversary of the pop star’s first album,, a documentary revealing an intimate look into the musician’s life, premieres on Friday, Jan.

Ciara’s kids had a great time meeting the president.

Justin and Hailey Bieber, Drake, Gigi Hadid, Paris Hilton, Sophie Turner, Jason Derulo, Demi Lovato, Cardi B, DJ Khaled, Alicia Keys, Halsey, Missy Elliott, Meek Mill, Travis Barker, Issa Rae, and more. «Celebrities love the customization that our designers can achieve, so they have uniquely curated arrangements in their homes that nobody else has.… Our variation in color, design, shape and size allows Venus ET Fleur to be the perfect addition to any space, no matter how bold and edgy your style might be,» she shares. For this year's Valentine's Day, Bansal recommends going with a blend of classic and fun roses for an extra special touch. «I absolutely love our neutral suede heart boxes. Hearts are perfect for Valentine's Day, and our neutral tones are stunning and go so well with any space, making them truly perfect for any time of year,» Bansal notes.«Venus ET Fleur bouquets last one year in mint condition, so not only are they a sweet sentiment for Valentine's Day, but they also provide continued romance, beauty, and decoration for the full year, a reminder of true love after February 14.… Every time they look at our arrangements, they're reminded of that and taken back to a certain memory,» she continues.Other than giving your loved ones a gorgeous floral arrangement, Bansal suggests showing your appreciation with sweet words and quality time. «It's really the simple things that mean the most to me at the end of the day.… Whether it be an intimate dinner and heartfelt conversation, cuddling up on the couch with a good romantic comedy, or writing personalized letters, it's not always the grandiose gestures that go the distance,» she shares. «A handwritten note is a must-have.

Timbaland has taken to Twitter to tease a new studio album for Missy Elliott, which he will produce.The long-time Missy Elliott collaborator tweeted earlier today (December 2), asking his followers if they were “ready” for a new record from Elliott.

Teyana Taylor is bursting with love and pride for her husband, Iman Shumpert. The 30-year-old singer took to Instagram to celebrate the former basketball player's victory as the winner of ' 30th season.

Iman Shumpert and Daniella Karagach are holding up that Mirrorball Trophy with pride. ET's Lauren Zima spoke with the season 30 winners after Monday's epic finale where they credited the win to all the hard work they put in over course of this grueling season.«I never thought I'd have a ballroom trophy,» Shumpert said with a smile as he held up the hefty award with pride. «Hats off to the work that we put in,» Shumpert said.

Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle EditorNot long after Missy Elliott’s Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was unveiled Monday, the hip-hop icon was feted with a starry afternoon after-party at the Ardor at The West Hollywood Edition hotel.The intimate get-together of about 50 people included LL Cool J, Janelle Monáe, Lizzo, Ciara, MC Lyte, CeCe Peniston, Cheryl “Salt” James, JoJo and more.After Missy entered the party to cheers and applause, Mona Scott-Young played a video montage tribute featuring Janet Jackson, Queen Latifah, Timbaland, Brandy and Busta Rhymes. “Your music, kids still live for it to this very day,” Jackson said. “You are always ahead of the curve.”Missy wiped away tears as the video played.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorFour-time Grammy winning singer-songwriter-producer Missy Elliott was honored Monday with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.Ciara and Lizzo (pictured below, filming Elliott’s acceptance speech on their phones) were among those to introduce Elliott at the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce ceremony — fittingly, Elliott’s star was placed outside the new location of the giant Amoeba Music record store on Hollywood Boulevard, which will also be a location for stars for other music honorees, Ana Martinez, said.Elliott — who gave a career-spanning interview to Variety to mark the occasion — teared up as she thanked all the people who helped along the way, from her longtime friend and collaborator Timbaland to her

Gallery: He's called WHAT?! You'll never believe the REAL names of these stars! (BANG Showbiz)"You have no idea what you have done for so many Black girls. We don’t deserve you. We don’t deserve Missy Elliott and still you continue to give to us, and given with your heart.

Lizzo gave an emotional speech at Missy Elliott‘s Hollywood Walk Of Fame induction yesterday (November 8), praising the rapper for all she’s done for “so many Black girls”.Elliott said she was “humbly grateful” to be honoured with a star. “It’s just a blessing to dream big and it truly happened,” she explained during her acceptance speech outside Amoeba Records on Hollywood Boulevard.

Missy Elliott on Monday (November 8).“I’ve come here 20-something years ago and just used to walk past all these stars and just imagine,” Elliott said during an emotional acceptance speech outside Amoeba Records on Hollywood Boulevard. “It’s just a blessing to dream big and it truly happened.

Missy Elliott just hit a huge career milestone!

The Hollywood Walk of Fame is finally getting its freak on.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorMissy Elliott is an artist with few peers or precedents — a wildly innovative singer-songwriter-producer and music video pioneer whose work has cast a long shadow over the past quarter century. Almost immediately from their arrival in the mid-1990s, she and longtime collaborator Timbaland reshaped the sound of hip-hop.

Missy Elliott will receive her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on November 8.The Grammy award-winning rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer will become the 2708th star on the iconic street with hers being dedicated in the category of Recording. Ciara and Lizzo, along with Elliott’s manager, Mona Scott-Young, will assist in unveiling the star.Elliott’s star will be located at 6212 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the Amoeba Records store.

Missy Elliott will be honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

EXCLUSIVE: Laurieann Gibson, choreographer to stars such as Lady Gaga, Megan Thee Stallion and Britney Spears, has teamed up with Sky-backed producer Catalina Content to develop a new talent format.

Doja Cat, 25, certainly turned heads when she took center stage at Austin City Limits music festival on October 2. The “Say So” hitmaker performed her biggest hits while rocking a unique, multi-patterned crop top that bared her toned abs. The 2021 MTV Video Music Awards host, born Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, also donned ripped leggings and a pair of platform shoes, as she styled her blonde tresses in a sleek, straight ‘do.

Daft Punk is in the works – get all the details on After Daft below.The new book, due out in 2023, has been written by author Gabriel Szatan, and will be released via John Murray Press / Hachette UK.Explaining the French dance duo’s impact and the inspiration behind the forthcoming book, Szatan said: “Daft Punk sit in the pantheon of pop alongside Prince, Talking Heads, Kate Bush, Stevie Wonder, Kraftwerk, Missy Elliott, David Bowie or any visionary you’d care to name.“Beyond making joyous records, there are countless compelling sub-narratives which flow in and out of their career: Alive 2006-07 was as consequential for dance music as The Beatles’ 1964 appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show was for rock ’n’ roll — what changed about the way we

Janet Jackson has just announced the release of her self-produced documentary, “JANET.” Comprised of footage spanning the course of her over four-decade-long career, the two-night, four-hour documentary event will feature intimate interviews with Janet herself, personal interviews with her A-list friends, never-before-seen concert footage, and intimate behind-the-scenes content with close friends and collaborators including Missy Elliott and Mariah Carey, among others. “This is my story told by me.

Janet Jackson‘s highly anticipated documentary is coming!