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Social media users have a lot of questions about Carrie Underwood and her planned performance during Donald Trump‘s inauguration.

The 41-year-old country music singer and American Idol judge was announced as a performer at the big event last week. According to a schedule at the time, she was going to sing “America the Beautiful” between Jd Vance and the President Elect giving their oaths of office.

However, both president and vice president have been sworn in, and Carrie still has not appeared.

Keep reading to find out more…

“Wait… wasn’t Carrie Underwood supposed to sing at the inauguration? Where is she,” one social media on X (formerly Twitter) asked. Others posed similar questions.

Another wrote, “Where is Carrie underwood? They better not have cut her after all the hate she has endured.”

One user speculated that she got “bumped for time.”

“Am I the only one wondering why Carrie Underwood didn’t sing?...

In September, Griff took the stage at New York’s Terminal 5 to a sold-out audience on her Vertigo world tour. The space holds a capacity of nearly 3,000 people, but for the duration of her set, the British singer-songwriter and producer transformed the venue into a room that matched the energy of a show at Madison Square Garden. Before she emerged with thundering live renditions of songs from her debut album, Griff joined Rolling Stone backstage for an episode of The Green Room to discuss the making of Vertigo, carving out...

Music producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones made global headlines in February when he filed a stunningly detailed $30 million sexual assault, trafficking and racketeering lawsuit against Sean “Diddy” Combs in Manhattan federal court. Jones claimed the hip-hop mogul groped him, secretly drugged him and forced him to solicit and participate in sexual contact with sex workers while Jones was working with Combs on the Grammy-nominated Love Album: Off The Grid between September 2022 and November 2023.

The explosive 73-page suit followed after Comb’s longtime partner Casandra “Cassie” Ventura accused him of rape...

Deirdre “Didi” O’Hearn, an industry veteran who most recently head of programming and development for Food Network and Cooking Channel, died Monday after a long battle with lung cancer, her husband Richard Eckerstrom confirmed to Deadline. O’Hearn had recently entered hospice in Florida and passed away this morning with her husband, two sons and two of her brothers by her side. She was 63.

During her tenure at Food Network and Cooking Channel, she oversaw the existing programming slate, both daytime and primetime, and the creation of new shows for both networks.

O’Hearn joined Food Network and Cooking Channel from We tv where, as VP Development and Talent, she was responsible for creating brand defining original series and specials and was instrumental in developing a number of We tv’s popular series, including Mary Mary, Kendra On Top and L.A. Hair. Prior to We tv, O’Hearn...

Deirdre “Didi” O’Hearn, a veteran cable executive who spent 16 years at A&e Television Networks and also worked for WeTV and the Food Network, among other channels, died Monday. She was 63.

O’Hearn, nominated for six Emmys and a winner of five Golden Eagle Awards, died in hospice care in St. Augustine, Florida, after a long battle with lung cancer, a publicist announced.

Most recently, O’Hearn served as senior vp programming and development for the Food Network and Cooking Channel from 2014-17. In that role, she oversaw existing programming slates, both daytime and primetime, and the creation of new shows.

“In cable, we’re all looking for hits,” O’Hearn told THR after she got the job. “You’ve got to be a destination. You’ve got to be on the map. You’ve got to be the place that viewers tune in to, and a hit just puts you on the map.

In late June, the singer-songwriter Griff stood in front of thousands at London’s Wembley Stadium and revealed just how far she was once willing to go for love. “You know, if you told me to run, jump, throw my body right off of a high-wire bridge ‘cause you’d meet me at the bottom,” she sang, “I would’ve done anything you wanted.”

It was the first time she had ever performed “Anything,” a single from her debut album, Vertigo, released in July — and that particular stage was a...

Mandisa died of complications of class III obesity, People reported. Her manner of death was listed as natural.

According to the autopsy report obtained by the outlet, the artist was found dead at her residence by friends and she “was last known alive approximately three weeks” earlier. The Grammy-winning contemporary Christian singer died on April 18 at the age of 47.

The star, whose full name was Mandisa Lynn Hundley, finished ninth on American Idol. Soon after, she carved out a career in contemporary Christian music and in 2007 released her debut album,...

Christian gospel star Mandisa was honored on Monday’s episode of American Idol with a special performance by former contestants Colton Dixon, Danny Gokey, and Melinda Doolittle.

The trio, all dressed in white, sang Mary Mary’s 2000 hit “Shackles (Praise You)” in remembrance of the beloved singer. “I’ve known her for over 20 years,” Doolittle said following the tribute. “We started off singing background and sessions together and then she got on Idol and I cheered for her. Then I came the next season, and she cheered for me. So...

Three longtime members of the American Idol family returned on Monday to honor one of their own — Season 5 contestant Mandisa, who died on April 18 at age 47.

Colton Dixon (Season 11), Melinda Doolittle (Season 6) and Danny Gokey took the stage for an emotional group performance of Mary Mary’s “Shackles,” a song Mandisa covered when she was in Season 5’s Top 10 back in March 2006.

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[Warning: The below contains spoilers for American Idol.] Less than 24 hours after Sunday’s shocking results, the American Idol competition moved forward with the “Judge’s Song Contest.” Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie gave the Top 8 their picks on what they should sing on the April 29 episode. In between the solo performances, the hopefuls also teamed up on some of the judge’s biggest hits. Ryan Seacrest announced the two were in danger based on America’s vote. The judge who won the contest was given a save to round out the Top 7. The evening also saw an emotional tribute to 2005 Idol alum Mandisa, who recently passed away unexpectedly earlier this month at age 47. Colton Dixon, Melinda Doolittle, and Danny Gokey sang “Shackles (Praise You)” by Mary Mary as a tribute to their friend. Read on to see who was sent packing, who got saved, and which judge stood victorious. Will Moseley  The 23-year-old...

American Idol paid tribute to the late Mandisa, the late Season 5 contestant who died earlier this month at the age of 47.

To honor Mandisa’s life, Idol alum Colton Dixon, Melinda Doolittle, and Danny Gokey returned to the stage and performed “Shackles” by Mary Mary.

Mandisa sang “Shackles” as a contestant on American Idol, saying back in 2006 that the song meant a lot to her “because it’s a testimony that there’s nothing too hard for God.”

At the end of the performance, the trio shared some words about Mandisa.

“I’ve known her for over twenty years,” Doolittle said. “We started off singing background in sessions together. And then she got on Idol, and I cheered for her, and I came the next season, and she cheered for me. That is my girl through and through.”

Gokey said that Mandisa “was a fan of people,” adding, “She was...

ABC has confirmed a tribute to Season 5 “American Idol” star Mandisa will take place on Monday, April 29. The Grammy-winning singer was found dead in her home on April 18, 2024. The cause of death has not yet been determined, but Franklin Police Department officials in Tennessee said, “There is no indication the death was the result of suspicious or criminal activity.” Mandisa was 47 years old.

The tribute will take place on Monday’s “Judge’s Song Contest” episode. “Idol” alum Colton Dixon, Melinda Doolittle and Danny Gokey will perform “Shackles” by Mary Mary as a tribute to their friend.

See ‘American Idol’ deaths: Full list of singers we’ve lost

Dixon was a Top 7 finalist on Season 11 of “American Idol,” Doolittle finished third on Season 6 and Gokey finished third on Season 8. Like Mandisa, all three consider Tennessee home and share a love for Christian/gospel music.

In an official statement, “American Idol...

Mandisa, the Grammy-winning contemporary Christian artist who enjoyed a successful run on American Idol, died Thursday. She was 47.

The musician, whose full name was Mandisa Lynn Hundley, was found dead at her home, her family said in a statement shared on social media. “At this time we do not know the cause of death or any further details,” the family continued. “We ask for your prayers for her family and close-knit circle of friends during this incredibly difficult time. Mandisa was a voice of encouragement and truth to people facing...

Andra Day delivered a rousing performance of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” on Sunday ahead of Super Bowl Lviii.

The Grammy winner and past Oscar nominee took to the field during the pregame portion to sing the song dressed in a two-piece beige pantsuit adorned with gold bangles, rings and earrings. She was backed by a chorus of singers dressed in all black.

Standing behind them were the 2023 nominees for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, which honors a player for the achievements on and off the field, focusing on their philanthropic endeavors and community efforts. The 2023 winner is Cameron Heyward of the Pittsburgh Steelers, who gave a brief speech ahead of Day’s performance.

.@AndraDayMusic performs Lift Every Voice and Sing before #Sblviii! pic.twitter.com/gNRZ9XyibV

— NFL (@NFL) February 11, 2024

Day follows in the footsteps of others who have performed the song, known as the Black National Anthem,...

Find out everything you need to know about the episode of The Super Bowl Soulful Celebration 25th Anniversary, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

The Super Bowl Soulful Celebration 25th Anniversary Preview

In just a few days, CBS is set to host an extraordinary musical extravaganza that promises to be a historic celebration of music, culture, and football. Get ready to be swept off your feet as “The Super Bowl Soulful Celebration 25th Anniversary” takes center stage on February 10, 2024, at 8:00 Pm.

This star-studded event, hosted by the charismatic Cedric the Entertainer and the incredibly talented Tichina Arnold, is not just your average concert – it’s a fusion of soulful melodies and the gridiron’s glory. The show brings together the worlds of music and football in a way that’s never been seen before.

Scheduled to grace the stage are some of...

Get ready for a soul-stirring celebration that combines the magic of music and the excitement of football! “The Super Bowl Soulful Celebration 25th Anniversary” is set to grace your screens on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 8:00 Pm on CBS. Hosted by the dynamic duo of Cedric the Entertainer and Tichina Arnold, this concert event promises an evening of inspiration and entertainment like no other.

The star-studded lineup of performers is nothing short of spectacular. Kirk Franklin, Mary Mary, Robin Thicke, the Players Choir, and the legendary Earth, Wind & Fire are all scheduled to take the stage. Get ready to groove to the rhythm, be uplifted by powerful gospel melodies, and enjoy the timeless hits that Earth, Wind & Fire is known for.

This special 25th-anniversary celebration brings together the worlds of music and football in a way that will leave you feeling inspired and entertained. Whether you’re a fan of gospel,...

Mayor of Kingstown’s population is growing.

Season 3 of the Jeremy Renner-led Paramount+ drama has added Paula Malcomson (Ray Donovan), Richard Brake (Absentia) and Denny Love (Looking for Alaska) in recurring roles, TVLine has learned.

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Malcomson has been cast as Anna Fletcher, a woman from Kingstown with a request for Mike; Brake will play Merle Callahan,...

It’s 2003 and Jay-Z is planning a farewell concert at Madison Square Garden to celebrate his retirement from music.

But his bass player is unavailable. Adam Blackstone, a jack-of-all-trades who plays bass, drums, piano, organ, tuba and sousaphone — and is also a songwriter, producer, composer and everything else under the musical sun — is more than ready to step in.

Twenty years later, Blackstone, now 40, is still working closely with Jay-Z; both are Emmy winners for last year’s hip-hop-heavy Super Bowl halftime show. And the musician who has helped everyone from Rihanna to Justin Timberlake shine is stepping into his own limelight.

Rihanna performed during the Super Bowl Lvii halftime show in February.

After winning an Emmy in 2022 for music direction, Blackstone is nominated again. This time, however, he’s a double nominee. Not only is he competing for his work on Rihanna’s explosive Super Bowl performance (a nom...

Tara Long, who launched Entertainment One’s U.S. unscripted TV business in 2012, has been promoted to President, Global Unscripted, Television for the studio.

The move comes after Long’s continued success at eOne in the U.S. with key broadcast partners including E!, Bet, We tv, A&E, MTV, Lifetime, VH1, Discovery Channel, and History, as well as growth in the UK following the acquisition of unscripted leaders Whizz Kid Entertainment.

Since joining eOne in 2012, Long has shepherded unscripted series such as We tv’s Growing Up Hip Hop franchise, Mary Mary, MTV’s Ex On The Beach and Siesta Key, E!’s LadyGang, Bet’s Hustle in Brooklyn, Death Row Chronicles and Emmy-nominated La Burning: The Riots 25 Years Later, A&E’s Biggie: The Life of Notorious B.I.G. and Gsn’s America Says.

“Tara is a force in the industry and continues to hit it out of...

Entertainment One (eOne) has promoted Tara Long to President, Global Unscripted, Television, the company announced Wednesday.

Formerly Evp of Alternative Television, Long joined eOne in 2012 and launched the company’s U.S. unscripted programming business. Since then, she has been responsible for projects like We tv’s “Growing Up Hip Hop” franchise, “Mary Mary,” MTV’s “Ex On The Beach” and “Siesta Key,” E!’s “LadyGang,” Bet’s “Hustle in Brooklyn,” “Death Row Chronicles,” the Emmy-nominated “La Burning: The Riots 25 Years Later,” A&E’s “Biggie: The Life of Notorious B.I.G.” and Gsn’s “America Says.”

Long’s promotion comes as the company touts her “continued success” with eOne’s U.S. broadcast partners, including E!, Bet, We tv, A&E, MTV, Lifetime, VH1, Discovery Channel and History, as well as growth in the U.K. following the acquisition of unscripted company Whizz Kid Entertainment.

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City of Hope raised more than six million dollars at a black-tie gala honoring Warner/Chappell Music Chairman and CEO Jon Platt.

Jay-z and Jon Platt

Credit/Copyright: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for City of Hope

The funds will go toward the nonprofit’s research and treatment of cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. Held at Santa Monica’s Barker Hangar, the annual event was hosted by Pharrell Williams and featured a performance by Beyonce, with Jay-z presenting Platt with the prestigious Spirit of Life award.

Jay-Z praised Platt’s many accomplishments and commitment to his craft, calling him an “incredible, passionate person” and “the Obama of the music industry.” Adding, “I can’t think of anyone more deserving to be prized in front of their peers, in front of the world, than my brother, Jon Platt.”

In his acceptance speech, Platt commended City of Hope’s important work: “At...

Deirdre O’Hearn moves to Food Network from We tv, where she served as VP Development & Talent. In her new role as Svp Programming and Development for Food Network and Cooking Channel, O’Hearn will oversee the programming team, lead development strategy for current daytime and primetime programming as well as manage relationships with outside production partners. The appointment was announced today by Bob Tuschman, General Manager and Svp, Food Network. At We tv, O’Hearn helped develp many of the networks most popular series, including Mary Mary, Swv: Reunited, Kendra On Top, La Hair and Marriage Boot Camp. Earlier in her career, she spent 16 years at A&E Television Networks, most recently as VP of Non-Fiction & Alternative Programming.

Los Angeles, Sep 14: Actress Halle Berry and singer Alicia Keys' publicist Patti Webster has died at the age of 49.

Webster passed away at her home in New Jersey Friday after a battle with a "prolonged illness", according to her representatives.

Webster founded W&W Public Relations in 1991 and boasted clients such as Steve Harvey, Holly Robinson Peete, Janet Jackson, Patti Labelle, Ludacris, Mary Mary, Kelly Rowland, Usher and BeBe and CeCe Winans, reports contactmusic.com.

She was also a member of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences.

Ians...

Veteran entertainment publicist Patti Webster died Friday at 49 in Somerville, N.J., her family said Friday. Representatives for Webster would only say she died from a “prolonged illness.” Webster was CEO and founder of W&W Public Relations, which she started in 1991. Clients spanned the entertainment industry and included Halle Berry, Bow Wow, Chris Carter, Steve Harvey, Holly Robinson Peet and her HollyRod Foundation, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, Patti Labelle, Ludacris, Mary Mary, The Estate of Otis Redding, Kelly Rowland, Rasheed Wallace, So So Def Recordings, Usher and BeBe and CeCe Winans. See photos: Hollywood’s Notable Deaths of 2013 She was also an.

When most people conjure up an image of Dianna Agron, it's one of her in the halls of McKinley High, the fictitious school whose corridors she graced on five seasons of "Glee." The hit Fox musical-soap opera hybrid made her a household name playing Quinn Fabray, launching her into feature roles such as "I Am Number Four." For her latest work, Agron is again in the halls of academe, but this time with a decidedly darker bent.

In Luc Besson's "The Family," Agron plays Belle, the teenage daughter of a mob family relocated to the rural French area of Normandy while under witness protection. She may have a new name to shield her from the enemies of her father (played by Robert De Niro), but she can't suppress the clever and brutal instincts that come from years of growing up the offspring of a hitman. Belle manages to rustle...

A number of top-level celebrities are reportedly following in Stevie Wonder's footsteps and plan to boycott Florida in protest of the state's "Stand Your Ground" laws. The list, which was first reported by Aurn's April Ryan and credited a "a source close to Wonder," includes the likes of Madonna, Usher, Kanye West, Jay Z, Rihanna and Rod Stewart.

Wonder announced his intention to boycott any state with "Stand Your Ground" laws after George Zimmerman after a jury acquitted George Zimmerman in the 2012 killing of unarmed Florida teen Trayvon Martin. Zimmerman did not invoke the "Stand Your Ground" defense in the trial, though it did figure into the police's decision not to not arrest Zimmerman for weeks after the incident. Additionally, the "Stand Your Ground" defense appeared in instructions to jurors, and a juror cited the law in explaining the not-guilty verdict.

"I decided today that until the 'Stand Your...

The Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles was replete with famous folks for the 2013 Bet Awards last night (June 30), and by the time the final curtain closed, a bunch of new winners had been crowned.

It wasn’t exactly a huge surprise that Rihanna took home the Best Female R&B/Pop Artist trophy, and Miguel snagged the Best Male R&B/Pop Artist honors.

In the Subway Sportsman of the Year category, LeBron James emerged victorious; meanwhile Jamie Foxx was named Best Actor.

Check out the full list of winners below!

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist

Rihanna

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist

Miguel

Best New Artist

Kendrick Lamar

Youngstars Award

Gabrielle Douglas

Best Gospel Artist

Mary Mary

Subway Sportsman Of The Year

LeBron James

Subway Sportsman Of The Year

Gabrielle Douglas

Best Actor

Jamie Foxx

Best Female Hip-hop Artist

Nicki Minaj

Best Male Hip-hop Artist

Kendrick Lamar

Lifetime...

Drake might have been the top nominee at the 2013 Bet Awards, but he wasn't the top winner. Heck, he didn't even show up! The winners were spread out pretty evenly across the wide pool of nominees.

Check out the full list of winners below. Do you think the deserving artists won?

Best Collaboration

2 Chainz f/ Drake - No Lie

A$AP Rocky f/ Drake, 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar - "Problems"

French Montana f/ Rick Ross, Drake and Lil Wayne - "Pop That"

Kendrick Lamar f/ Drake - "Poetic Justice"

Justin Timberlake f/ Jay-z - "Suit & Tie"

Kanye West f/ Big Sean, Pusha T and 2 Chainz - "Mercy"

Best Male Hip Hop Artist

2 Chainz

A$AP Rocky

Drake

Future

Kendrick Lamar

Best Female Hip Hop Artist

Azealia Banks

Eve

Nicki Minaj

Rasheeda

Rye Rye

Best Actor

Don Cheadle

Common

Jamie Foxx

Samuel L. Jackson

Denzel Washington

Subway Sportswoman of the Year...

Your favorite rap, hip-hop and R&B stars came out June 30 for the 2013 Bet Awards — but who went home a winner? Read our list, then weigh in!

Some of the biggest names in music were on hand June 30 for the 2013 Bet Awards, celebrating achievements in rap, hip-hop, R&B and more. Sadly, though, not everyone was able to go home a winner. With Chris Tucker serving as host, we figured there would be at least a few surprises during the telecast, but the biggest surprises turned out to be the winners — and the losers.

2013 Bet Awards Winners

Best Movie: Think Like A Man

Viewers’ Choice Award: Drake, “Started From The Bottom”

Fandemonium Award: Chris Brown

Best Collaboration: A$AP Rocky’s “Problems,” featuring Drake, 2 Chainz & Kendrick Lamar

Best Male Hip-Hop Artist: Kendrick Lamar

Best Female Hip-Hop Artist: Nicki Minaj

Best Actor: Jamie Foxx

Subway Sportswoman Of The Year: Gabrielle Douglas...

On Tuesday, Conan O'Brien introduced "Comedy For DVRs," a segment that is basically a little Easter egg for all of us who do nothing for his Nielson ratings (yet).

The only way to enjoy the joke, you see, is to pause... and pause... and pause.

This inaugural gag was called "Rejected Game Of Thrones" characters and, like SNL's "Fox & Friends" corrections, it's a long list that flies by way too fast to read. Fortunately, we had nothing better to do than painstakingly transcribe the full list, and we're here to tell you, it was worth it.

Watch the clip above, then check out the rejected names below and let us know which are your favorites. Personally, we're holding out hope that one day "Lady Sideboob Of Huffington" and "K.D. Langister" turn up on GoT.

Abracadabra Jones Al Pacino But Not The One You’re Thinking Of Alabama Shakespeare Alexandarth The Lion-Groined Alexandreamandalice,...

In anticipation of one of the summer's hottest award shows, Bet announced its nominees for the 2013 Bet Awards on Tuesday (May 14).

Taking place at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on June 30th, the annual event celebrates African-American and other minority achievement in music, acting, sports, and entertainment.

This year's show will be hosted by Chris Tucker while Chris Brown was recently confirmed to perform. At the ceremony, Drake hopes to bring home a record number of prizes with 12 nominations.

Check out the full list of nominees below and catch the Bet Awards following the first ever Bet Experience, a three-day music and lifestyle fest.

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist

Beyoncé

Tamar Braxton

Alicia Keys

Rihanna

Elle Varner

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist

Chris Brown

Bruno Mars

Miguel

Justin Timberlake

Usher

Best Group

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis

Mary Mary

Mindless Behavior

Slaughterhouse

The Throne (Kanye West & Jay-z)

Best Collaboration...

In anticipation of one of the summer's hottest award shows, Bet announced its nominees for the 2013 Bet Awards on Tuesday (May 14).

Taking place at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on June 30th, the annual event celebrates African-American and other minority achievement in music, acting, sports, and entertainment.

This year's show will be hosted by Chris Tucker while Chris Brown was recently confirmed to perform. At the ceremony, Drake hopes to bring home a record number of prizes with 12 nominations.

Check out the full list of nominees below and catch the Bet Awards following the first ever Bet Experience, a three-day music and lifestyle fest.

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist

Beyoncé

Tamar Braxton

Alicia Keys

Rihanna

Elle Varner

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist

Chris Brown

Bruno Mars

Miguel

Justin Timberlake

Usher

Best Group

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis

Mary Mary

Mindless Behavior

Slaughterhouse

The Throne (Kanye West & Jay-z)

Best Collaboration...

Some of the biggest names in entertainment will collide at the 2013 Bet Awards! Did your favorites make the cut?

Chris Brown is practically a staple of the Bet Awards at this point, so it was only fitting to have the singer on-hand May 14 for the announcement of the 2013 Bet Award nominees. The Chris Tucker-hosted ceremony takes place June 30 at Los Angeles’ Nokia Theater, and now, we know exactly who we’ll see there!

Bet Awards Nominees — Full List:

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist

Beyoncé

Tamar Braxton

Alicia Keys

Rihanna

Elle Varner

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist

Chris Brown

Bruno Mars

Miguel

Justin Timberlake

Usher

Best Group

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis

Mary Mary

Mindless Behavior

Slaughterhouse

The Throne (Kanye West & Jay-z)

Best Collaboration

2 Chainz f/ Drake – No Lie

A$AP Rocky f/ Drake, 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar – Problems

French Montana f/ Rick Ross, Drake and Lil Wayne – Pop That...

Here's a Planet Fury-approved selection of notable genre DVD releases for the months of February and March 2013.

The Blob (1958) Criterion Collection Blu-ray & DVD Available Now

This entertaining low-budget favorite gets some well-deserved respect from the folks at Criterion. A gelatinous creature from outer space begins to devour the inhabitants of a small town. Each time it consumes a new body, it grows bigger. A couple of teens (including the wooden Steve McQueen) attempt to warn the town and save the population from certain blech! Irvin S. Yeaworth Jr. directs the mayhem with a sure hand while Bart Sloane's great special effects still pack a punch. Followed by the bizarre comedy sequel, Son of Blob, in the early ’70s (directed by Larry Hagman!) and a great, underrated remake in 1988 by Chuck Russell.

Special Features:

* New high-definition digital restoration, with uncompressed monaural soundtrack

* Two audio commentaries: one by producer Jack H. Harris...

Exclusive: We tv has greenlighted Glam & Gold, a docu-series starring Olympic gold medalist Sanya Richards-Ross and her husband, NFL star Aaron Ross. The network has ordered six hourlong episodes to premiere this summer. Filming on the series has begun in Austin and Jacksonville. Glam & Gold joins We tv’s lineup of African American-starring shows including Braxton Family Values, Mary Mary, Tamar & Vince and L.A. Hair. Glam & Gold chronicles the often intense rivalry between the hyper competitive couple who met in college — four-time gold medalist Richards-Ross, who won two golds in London last summer, and her husband, a two-time Super Bowl champion who signed a three-year, $15 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars last year. Each episode follows Sanya as she juggles appearances, runs a business, and balances life with Aaron and her own family who make up her team including mom Sharon, acting as her agent; dad, Archie, who serves as her manager; her sister,...

Winners at the 2013 Grammy Awards, courtesy of The Associated Press:

_ Album of the year: "Babel," Mumford & Sons.

_ Record of the year: "Somebody That I Used to Know," Gotye featuring Kimbra.

_ Song of the year: "We Are Young," fun.

_ New artist: fun.

_ Pop solo performance: "Set Fire to the Rain (Live)," Adele.

_ Pop vocal album: "Stronger," Kelly Clarkson.

_ Rock performance: "Lonely Boy," The Black Keys.

_ Urban contemporary album: "Channel Orange," Frank Ocean.

_ Rap/sung collaboration: "No Church in the Wild," Jay-z, Kanye West featuring Frank Ocean, The-Dream.

_ Country solo performance: "Blown Away," Carrie Underwood.

_ Country album: "Uncaged," Zac Brown Band.

_ Pop/duo group performance: "Somebody That I Used to Know," Gotye featuring Kimbra.

_ Traditional pop vocal album: "Kisses on the Bottom," Paul McCartney.

_ Rap performance: "N(asterisk)(asterisk)(asterisk)(asterisk)s in Paris," Jay-z, Kanye West.

_ Rap song: "N(asterisk)(asterisk)(asterisk)(asterisk)s in Paris," Shawn Carter, Mike Dean, Chauncey Hollis,...

Here's the complete list of winners; for winners/nominees of other award-giving bodies, click here:

44th Annual NAACP Image Awards

Motion Picture

Motion Picture

.Beasts of the Southern Wild. (Fox Searchlight Pictures)

.Django Unchained. (The Weinstein Company)

.Flight. (Paramount Pictures)

.Red Tails. (Lucasfilm) . Winner

.Tyler Perry.s Good Deeds. (Lionsgate)

Actor in a Motion Picture

Denzel Washington . .Flight. (Paramount Pictures) . Winner

Jamie Foxx . .Django Unchained. (The Weinstein Company)

Morgan Freeman . .The Magic of Belle Isle. (Magnolia Pictures)

Suraj Sharma . .Life of Pi. (20th Century Fox)

Tyler Perry . .Alex Cross. (Summit Entertainment)

Actress in a Motion Picture

Emayatzy Corinealdi . .Middle of Nowhere. (Aafrm)

Halle Berry . .Cloud Atlas. (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Loretta Devine . .In The Hive. (Eone Entertainment)

Quvenzhané Wallis . .Beasts of the Southern Wild. (Fox Searchlight Pictures)

Viola Davis . .Won.t Back Down. (20th Century Fox) - Winner

Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture

David Oyelowo . .Middle of Nowhere. (Affrm)

Don Cheadle...

The NAACP Image Awards have announced the nominees for their 44th annual awards show during a live press conference from the Paley Center for Media in Beverly Hills, CA. Anthony Anderson (Guys with Kids), Niecy Nash (The Soul Man), Yvette Nicole Brown (Community), Garcelle Beauvais (Flight), Tyler James Williams (Go On), and Zendaya (Shake It Up!) announced the categories and nominees.

The NAACP Image Awards celebrates the accomplishments of people of color in the fields of television, music, literature and film and also honors individuals or groups who promote social justice through creative endeavors. Winners will be announced during the two-hour star-studded event, which will air live on Friday, February 1 (8 Et live/Pt tape-delayed) on NBC.

Following is the list of categories and nominees for the 44Th NAACP Image Awards:

Television

Outstanding Comedy Series

"Glee" (Fox)

"Modern Family" (ABC)

"The Game" (Bet)

"The Mindy Project" (Fox)

"The Soul Man" (TV...

We’ve come a long way from the days of candybar phones pre-programmed with monophonic versions of “The Entertainer.” These days, anything can be a ringtone — which comes in handy when you’re as pop culture-obsessed as EW’s staff.

Assistant News Director Denise Warner has her phone play the Downton Abbey theme song whenever she gets a call; before that, her cell rang to the tune of Warren G’s “Regulate.” EW.com producer Nika Vagner uses Ryan Gosling reading “Hey girl” memes aloud as her ringtone. (And you can too!) My own ringtone isn’t particularly pop culture-y...

The new documentary series 'I'm Having Their Baby' premiered on Oxygen on July 23. Each episode features different women with diverse backgrounds about why they are choosing adoption for their babies. Tonight we met Mary and Claudia! Read about their journies. Placing a child up for adoption is an emotionally difficult task for everyone involved. On Oxygen's new six-part documentary series I'm Having Their Baby, the show follows different women each episode as they struggle with coming to their decision. On the season premier, we met Mary, 25, and Claudia, 20. Mary Mary got pregnant after having an affair on her husband Eric with her ex-boyfriend. Mary said she and Eric were experiencing a rough patch after five years of marriage, so she turned to an ex-boyfriend for emotional support and ended up not only having an affair, but also pregnant with his child. When Eric said he still loved Mary and wanted to make their marriage work,...

Tune in alert for May 10 as We tv's "Mary, Mary" airs Thursday at 9Pm Et/Pt, sees Tina and Erica collaborate with superstar Ma$e on a new hit single which leads to an uncertain future. Shannen's wedding day has arrived on the season finale of WEtv's season finale, airing back-to-back episodes on Mother's Day Sunday May 13 at 9 Pm Et/Pt From WEtv: Mary Mary (Thursdays at 9Pm Et/Pt) On Thursday, May 10, with both Marys pregnant, it would appear that the future of the gospel group is uncertain. Their producer, Warryn Campbell, pushes the duo to stay relevant by collaborating with superstar Ma$e on a new single. But as a result of misunderstandings and arguments, Tina and Erica nearly...

The Young and the Restless is shaking things up.

Eileen Davidson, who has played Ashley Abbott on and off since 1986, has been let go by the CBS soap.

“Last week I lost my childcare. This week I lost my job!” the actress tweeted Wednesday morning. “It all works out because I don’t need a babysitter if I’m not working. #beingpositive”

Meanwhile, EW.com reports that Brett Butler (Grace Under Fire) will guest-star this June in two episodes as a bound-to-be nosy neighbor of Doug Davidson’s Paul.

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Norah Jones debuts at #2 and B.o.B in at #5.

By Gil Kaufman

Carrie Underwood's <i>Blown Away</i> Album Cover

Photo: Arista

Carrie Underwood is on a roll. The former "American Idol" champ will land her third #1 debut in a row next week when Blown Away easily tops the Billboard 200 tally. Underwood sold 267,000 copies of her fourth effort, according to figures provided by Nielsen SoundScan, which was more than enough to hold off Norah Jones , whose Danger Mouse-produced Little Broken Hearts will come in at #2 on sales of 110,000.

There were plenty of other new faces in the top 10, including Now 42 (#3, 95,000), "So Good" rapper B.o.B's Strange Clouds (#5, 76,000), the cast album for the NBC show "Smash" (#9, 39,000) and veteran shock rocker Marilyn Manson's Born Villain (#10, 38,000).

The rest of the top 10: Adele, 21 (#4, 77,000), Lionel Richie, Tuskegee (#6, 64,000), Jack White, Blunderbuss (#7, 56,000) and One Direction, Up All Night (#8, 45,000). Though the movie smashed just...

Atlanta -- If you thought a Mary Mary reality show would focus on gospel songs and Bible study, think again.

There's plenty of raised voices, hurt feelings and snide comments on the gospel duo's self-titled WEtv series, which debuted this week. While the craziness doesn't rise to the level of an episode of "Basketball Wives," Erica and Tina Campbell say it's enough to show people that despite their Christian faith, they're far from perfect people.

"There is a great level of dysfunction," said Erica, who is an executive producer of "Mary Mary" with Tina. "We're real sisters. We're black sisters with egos and strong personalities. But what we do know is that our mission and message is much bigger than that."

The hour-long, 10-episode series delves into the personal lives of the Grammy-winning group as they seek to balance their own households as mothers and wives while promoting their music.

Atlanta -- If you thought a Mary Mary reality show would focus on gospel songs and Bible study, think again.

There's plenty of raised voices, hurt feelings and snide comments on the gospel duo's self-titled WEtv series, which debuted this week. While the craziness doesn't rise to the level of an episode of "Basketball Wives," Erica and Tina Campbell say it's enough to show people that despite their Christian faith, they're far from perfect people.

"There is a great level of dysfunction," said Erica, who is an executive producer of "Mary Mary" with Tina. "We're real sisters. We're black sisters with egos and strong personalities. But what we do know is that our mission and message is much bigger than that."

The hour-long, 10-episode series delves into the personal lives of the Grammy-winning group as they seek to balance their own households as mothers and wives while promoting their music.

A gospel brunch on the 28th floor of the Millbank Tower on London’s South Bank was something I approached with equal parts trepidation, cynicism and anxious excitement. Most thrilling to me was the opportunity to see London from a great height whilst enjoying some good food and drink, but, to be honest, I wasn’t sure how I’d fare with the gospel music. I guess, to be honest, it’s because this was a Sunday and I was having flashbacks to my childhood and my Church of England schooling. In contrast to that, however, I have always enjoyed the sound and soul of gospel music and it is a world removed from the drab hymns of my youth, so I don’t know why I was a tad tentative going into this.

As we approached the Altitude bar we could hear the London Community Gospel Choir warming up...

As "The X Factor" voting is now in the hands of the viewers, it seems an appropriate time to give fans insight into the finalists. Zap2it will continue to highlight the remaining acts while finding out more about their background, musical styles and experiences on the singing competition.

So here are a few things you probably didn't know about Melanie Amaro:

Age: 19

Hometown: Sunrise, Fl

Coach: Simon Cowell

Musical Influences: Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Diana Ross, Tina Turner

Favorite Album: "The Sound" by Mary Mary

On what it's like having Simon Cowell has her coach: He's so understanding about everything and he gives his honest opinion about a lot of things. Whether it's the way you perform or the way you're feeling, he senses it and he says, "If you're not comfortable, then speak up so we can work on it."

On her performing past: I've done a couple school plays.

Ne-Yo, Skylar Grey, Sara Bareilles, Swizz Beatz, Desmond Child, Mark Mothersbaugh (co-founder and lead singer of Devo), and other music and entertainment industry giants committed to fighting cancer and other life-threatening diseases will tonight take part in Songs of Hope VII, a special event and silent auction presented by Esquire that supports lifesaving research at City of Hope.

Held at the exclusive Esquire Apartment in the penthouse of The Clocktower in Dumbo, Brooklyn, N.Y., the Dec. 1 event will be emceed by Ne-Yo and feature intimate performances by Skylar Grey and Sara Bareilles. Lending their names in support to the host committee are Miley Cyrus, Gavin DeGraw, Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, John McEnroe, Patty Smyth, Rob Thomas, and Mary Mary.

Recognizing their amazing careers as songwriters and composers, the Songs of Hope VII award recipients will include the:

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Hustle & Flow star Taraji P. Henson and singer/actress Tatyana Ali were among the honourees at Saturday night's sixth annual Black Girls Rock Awards.

Henson picked up the Star Power Award while Ali was named the Young, Gifted & Black Award recipient.

The New York City party, which was hosted by Diana Ross' daughter Tracee and Regina King, featured performances by Melanie Fiona, Estelle, Mary Mary, Mary J. Blige, Jill Scott and Erykah Badu.

Coming off of the success of its best year ever in 2010 and best quarter ever for 1Q'11, Bet Networks announced that it will unveil a brand new slate of programming for Bet and Centric at its 2011 Upfront presentation at the Best Buy Theater in New York. During the event, Bet plans to announce that it will continue its focus on original scripted content with a new sitcom, Reed Between The Lines, starring Tracee Ellis Ross and Malcolm-Jamal Warner. The Network will also unveil new scripted web originals, Lenox Avenue and The Come Up, and also its first ever sci-fi thriller web series, Odessa and Asylum, all of which will run across all Bet Digital platforms -- Bet.com, Bet Mobile and Bet On Demand. Bet will also announce another season of The Game and a second season of Let's Stay Together. In addition to scripted programming, Bet will also introduce a new music docu-series,...