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Watch Senior Citizens Get Down to Mark Ronson’s ‘Uptown Funk’ [VIDEO]
If Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars’ song “Uptown Funk” doesn’t make you want to shake your butt, then you need to check your pulse. The single is the No. 1 song in America and everybody is dancing to it including senior citizens. In a fun-filled viral video, senior citizens get down to Ronson’s hit song.
Kanye West Cries During Expansive Interview with Zane Lowe [VIDEO]
Kanye West has done plenty of interviews in the past few weeks, some of which were very revealing and informative. On Thursday (Feb. 26), Yeezy visited BBC Radio 1 host Zane Lowe again for an expansive interview in which he discussed a myriad of topics including his new Adidas sneaker collaboration, his relationship with Kim Kardashian and new music.
Erykah Badu Invades Local Newscast While Stranded at Dallas Airport [VIDEO]
The winter season has caused havoc in some major cities this month, with the Northeast and Southern regions hit hard by snow and ice. In Dallas, Texas, hundreds of flights had to be canceled on Monday (Feb. 23) due to icy conditions, which left travelers stranded at Dallas-Fort Worth airport, including Erykah Badu.
Essence Music Festival 2015 Lineup Includes Kendrick Lamar, Mary J. Blige, Common & More
Grammy-winning artists Kendrick Lamar, Mary J. Blige and Common are among the headliners set to perform at the 2015 Essence Music Festival. The 21st annual event, which takes place in New Orleans on July 2 through 5, features empowerment seminars during the day and hot music performances at night.
Iggy Azalea Leaves Twitter After Epic Rant
Iggy Azalea has had enough. After fighting with Azealia Banks and other trolls on Twitter, the Aussie rhymer is calling it quits. The "Fancy" creator announced that she’s leaving social media after unflattering photos of her butt surfaced online.
These Beyonce Photos Without Any Retouching Prove She’s Just Like You
Beyonce may not be so “Flawless” after all. On Wednesday (Feb. 18), a slew of Queen Bey's photos -- 224 to be exact -- that were never retouched leaked online and were showcased on the site the Beyonce World, which sent her loyal fan base, otherwise known as the BeyHive, into a tizzy.
Man Gets Drake’s Mixtape Cover Art Tattooed on His Neck [PHOTO]
There’s no question that Drake’s mixtape, 'If You're Reading This It's Too Late,' is one of the hottest releases of the past week. Apparently, one fan loved the project so much that he decided to get a tattoo of the typographic cover art on his neck. Yep, you read that correctly.
Drake’s Surprise Album Projected to Hit No. 1 on Billboard 200 Chart
If you are reading this…then you know that Drake having the best week ever. The rap superstar’s surprise album, 'If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late,' is poised to hit No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart.
Suge Knight Pleads Not Guilty to Murder Charges, Hospitalized
It’s safe to say that Suge Knight is under a lot of stress right now. Following his arraignment on murder and attempted murder charges, the former rap mogul was rushed to a nearby hospital.
Justin Timberlake Confirms Wife Jessica Biel Is Pregnant on His 34th Birthday [PHOTO]
After much speculation, Justin Timberlake has officially announce that he’s going to be a dad. The singer went on Instagram today (Jan. 31) to celebrate his 34th birthday and to share wifey Jessica Biel’s baby bump.
Watch Rowlf the Dog Perform Biz Markie’s ‘Just A Friend’ [VIDEO]
A dog may be a man’s best friend but every once in a while, he might get put in the friend zone by a woman. Just watch Rowlf the Dog's video remix of Biz Markie’s classic 1989 song, ‘Just A Friend.'
Willow Smith’s Topless T-Shirt Sparks Outrage on Social Media [PHOTO]
Willow Smith didn’t break the Internet but she did spark outrage on social media over a topless T-shirt she wore to a fashion event. On Friday (Jan. 23), the 14-year-old singer posted a photo of herself on Twitter, in which she poses nude. Well, not quite.