Month: November 2020

After four seasons, Eve is saying goodbye as co-host on CBS’s The Talk. The 41-year-old rapper announced her departure on air Monday, explaining why she made the difficult decision to leave the popular talk show in December.

“It’s been a crazy year, obviously, for all of us,” said Eve, who lives in England with her husband, Maximillion Cooper. “And I’ve been so grateful that I’m able to stay here in London and do the show. But I can’t see, for me, the foreseeable future of traveling back at the moment and have decided that at the end of December, this will probably be my last time on the show, in this capacity as a host.” 

The coronavirus pandemic also played a big role in her decision, as British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced Sunday a that a second national shutdown will begin this week. “We’re on another lockdown from Thursday, and that’s another reason why,” Eve said. “Obviously staying home has been such a blessing because my husband and I got to know each other in a different way, a beautiful way. So I want to be closer to him. I want to concentrate on expanding our family, being with my family.”

Eve Is Leaving ‘The Talk’ After 4 Seasons to Focus on Expanding Her Family

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11/02/2020 5:27 PM

 

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Eddie Hassell, an actor best known for his roles in the Oscar-nominated film The Kids Are All Right and the NBC television series Surface, has died at the age of 30.  The actor died on Sunday after he was fatally shot while outside of his girlfriend’s apartment in Grand Prairie, Texas. 

Hassel’s rep said that the shooting appeared to be tied to a carjacking. A spokesperson for the Grand Prairie Police Department released a statement noting that “the motive is still under investigation but detectives can confirm a car was taken from the scene and later recovered.”  According to The Associated Press, police took the actor to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The outlet added that no arrests have yet been made tied to the case.

Hassell starred in several small roles before appearing in The Kids Are All Right alongside Julianne Moore and Mark Ruffalo in 2010. He also appeared in the sci-fi series Surface beside Leighton Meester and Lake Bell, and had a small part in the Lifetime drama Devious Maids. 

Eddie Hassell, ‘Surface’ and ‘The Kids Are All Right’ actor, killed in Texas shooting

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11/02/2020 12:38 AM

 

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ABC and dick clark productions announced Monday that Taraji P. Henson is set to host the 2020 American Music Awards.

Henson said in a statement: “The AMAs bring together the music community to celebrate what really drives all artists – the fans. I’m proud to take the stage as this year’s host – and also a fan – for what promises to be an electrifying night of music.”

Nominations for the 2020 AMAs were announced last month, yielding five nominations for first-time nominee Megan Thee Stallion — including nods in the New Artist of the Year and Collaboration of the Year categories — becoming the most-nominated female artist this year. Bad Bunny, Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift and first-time nominees DaBaby and Doja Cat all earned four nominations each.

here.” data-reactid=”29″ type=”text”>Nominees for the fan-voted award show are based on fan interactions, including streaming, album and digital song sales, radio airplay and social activity. Fans can vote through Nov. 16 at 12 p.m. PT/ 3 p.m. ET by clicking here.

“2020 American Music Awards” (AMAs) will broadcast live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

Taraji P. Henson to Host American Music Awards 2020

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Taraji P. Henson is hosting the show! The Golden Globe-winning Empire star will host the 2020…

11/02/2020 9:19 AM

 

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Dave Chappelle hosted Saturday Night Live’s first episode following Donald Trump’s victory in 2016 and now the comedian is set to return for SNL’s first episode following the 2020 election.

The 2016 episode marked Chappelle’s first time hosting SNL. For his efforts, Chappelle won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series.

Chappelle’s return to SNL follows news that both Netflix and HBO Max acquired non-exclusive streaming rights to Chappelle’s Show and will begin streaming episodes today, November 1st.

SNL did not say who would appear as the musical guest on the November 7th episode alongside Chappelle.

‘SNL’: Dave Chappelle to Host Post-Election Episode

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Nikki McKibbin, who was a finalist on the first season of “American Idol,” has died at the age of 42.  McKibbin is said to have died of a brain aneurysm on Sunday.

McKibbin placed in the top three during “American Idol’s” debut season in 2002, finishing behind runner-up Justin Guarini and winner Kelly Clarkson. On Saturday, 42-year-old Guarini posted a touching tribute to McKibbin on Instagram, saying “@realnikkimckibbin was a fiery, funny lady who could sing the Hell out of a rock song with the same kind of ease and command she lovingly used to cut you with her twangy Southern wit”

American Idol also honored McKibbin on Sunday tweeting, “Nikki McKibbin was an incredible talent and we are deeply saddened by the news of her passing. She was part of our American Idol family and will be truly missed. Our hearts and prayers go out to her family and friends during this difficult time.” 

McKibbin starred in an episode of “Fear Factor,” as well as the “Battle of the Network Reality Stars,” and also appeared on “Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew” in 2008. In 2014, McKibbin was featured on Season 13 of “American Idol,” in which her teen son Tristan auditioned for the show.

‘American Idol’ alum Nikki McKibbin, who competed against Kelly Clarkson, dies at 42

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11/01/2020 11:45 AM

 

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