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Jay-Z Calls Beyoncé His Favorite Artist In A Sweet Interview at Fanatics Fest NYC
Source: Kevin Mazur / Getty Jay-Z couldn't help but compliment his wife Beyoncé at the inaugural Fanatics Fest in New York City on June 20, and we were here for it. Dressed in his signature New York drip – Timbs, relaxed fit jeans, and a navy tee repping his 'Reja Blue' label, Hov made his rounds through the convention Fanatics space. The 'Hard Knock Life' rapper interacted with fans, signed vinyls, and did interviews in a way we haven't seen him do recently. And that's the moment that had everyone talking. Jay Z stopped to talk with a young boy journalist. Keep scrolling for the details of the adorable interview. The budding media star asked Jay-Z a simple but loaded question: 'Who's your favorite artist you've ever worked with?' No pressure, right ( on Jay Z or the tween reporter )? Jay responded, 'Beyoncé.' The journalist followed up by asking why. Hov added that 'she is the best,' 'she is amazing,' and an 'incredible performer.' Cue the collective swoon. With his answer, Jay-Z not only melted hearts, but reminded us all how proud he continues to be of his wife's legacy. Beyoncé, currently lighting up stages and serving looks on her 'Cowboy Carter' tour, continues dominating music, fashion, and culture. On June 19, during her Paris tour stop, she made headlines by bringing out Miley Cyrus for a surprise duet, sending fans into a frenzy and adding yet another viral moment to her growing list. From the U.S. to London, Paris, and beyond, Beyoncé is raising the bar at every stop. Whether she's bringing her daughters Blue Ivy and Rumi onstage, showing out in custom couture looks, or pulling out surprise guests no one sees coming, the Bey Hive leader creates experiences. Her shows are part concert, part cultural reset. No wonder Jay-Z proudly named her his favorite. SEE ALSO Jay-Z Calls Beyoncé His Favorite Artist In A Sweet Interview at Fanatics Fest NYC was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
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19-06-2025
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Pusha T Calls Travis Scott 'A Whore' Over His Lack of Loyalty, Social Media Piles On
Brothers Terrence and Gene Thornton — better known as Pusha T and No Malice— are reuniting for a full-length Clipse album for the first time in 15 years, and the hype around it continues to rise. Fans are excited to hear the duo trade bars on the forthcoming album Let God Sort Em Out , but have recently been on the edge of their seats after Push broke down his involvement in the Drake/Kendrick Lamar beef and his strained relationship with Kanye West. He spoke at length about it in a recent GQ interview, so fans immediately attributed lyrics from newly released single 'So Be It' to be squarely aimed at West, when he rapped ' You cried in front of me/ You died in front of me/ Calabasas took your b-tch and your pride in front of me.' But further lyrics like ' Heard Utopia had moved right up the street, And her lip gloss was poppin', she ain't need you to eat, ' proved it was another rapper in the beef's orbit: Travis Scott. In a previously removed part of his interview with GQ, Push says his issue with Scott began when he was in the middle of recording his album in Paris, and the Houston rapper interrupted the session to play Pharrell tracks from what would later become Utopia . The Virginia natives weren't feeling as Pusha remembers Scott was 'smiling, laughing, jumping around, doing his f-cking monkey dance.' Then, when he released the album days later, there was a Drake verse on 'Meltdown' dissing Pharrell where he vowed to 'melt down the chains that I bought from your boss, give a f-ck about all of that heritage sh-t.' Push feels like Scott's move was two-faced for not being transparent, also mentioning the time he hyped up Metro Boomin at Rolling Loud to play 'Like That' and fanned the flames of the beef. 'So, that's where my issue comes in—like, dawg, don't even come over here with that, because at the end of the day, I don't play how y'all play. To me, that really was just like…he's a whore. He's a whore,' he told GQ . Push adds that he doesn't hold Scott to any standard, but 'it's the principle of what I'm saying. That filthy quality that they have about themselves, that lack of loyalty. Travis really has that. He's proven.' LGSOE drops July 11, and it is said to also have a bulletproof verse from Kendrick Lamar. However, as we await the project, take a look at how social media is reacting to Pusha throwing shots at Scott below. Pusha T Calls Travis Scott 'A Whore' Over His Lack of Loyalty, Social Media Piles On was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
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18-06-2025
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Speed, Suits & Swoon: Lewis Hamilton, Damson Idris & Brad Pitt Heat Up The F1 Premiere
Source: Arturo Holmes / Getty Thanks to Damson Idris, Lewis Hamilton, and Brad Pitt, eye candy was in overdrive in New York City. And we loved all the flavors. The stylish trio hit the carpet for the premiere of F1: The Movie on Monday, June 16—and if you thought the need for speed was just about race cars, think again. These men gave drama, presence, and serious 'leading man energy.' The event brought out many stars anticipating the film's release in late June. But let's start our fashion rundown with a real-life race car driver and fashion icon, Lewis Hamilton. Source: John Nacion / Getty The seven-time World Champion showed up in a crisp, soft, blush double-breasted jacket tailored to perfection and cinched at the waist for a regal silhouette. Lewis paired his blazer with black trousers, diamond studs, and a statement brooch. In other words, the 2025 Met Gala chair oozed power and quiet luxury. His braided cornrows and fresh lineup were giving, and the entire ensemble felt like a style lap around the track. We love a Lewis Hamilton red carpet moment. Source: John Nacion / Getty Whew, Damson Idris was not playing either. Damson stepped onto the carpet in a three-piece black suit with a deep V-neckline, no tie, and all that signature swag we love from him. He added gold jewelry, a gold watch, and the confidence of a 'man who knows how fine he is' to his look. The suit's precise tailoring was modern and easy, and the way he smiled as he posed. We are swooning. Brad Pitt, who stars in the film as veteran F1 driver Sonny Hayes, stayed true to his understated, confident style. He wore a midnight navy double-breasted suit with peak lapels, styled with a slightly unbuttoned white shirt underneath. The F1 movie premieres later this month, and if this screening is any indication, it looks like the film has it all. Whether you're here for the fashion, the film, or the fine men behind the wheel, F1 is giving us something to root for. SEE ALSO Speed, Suits & Swoon: Lewis Hamilton, Damson Idris & Brad Pitt Heat Up The F1 Premiere was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
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18-06-2025
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Get The Look: High-Shine Curls Is Your New Summer ‘Do
Source: Courtesy of Bounce Curl / Courtesy of Bounce Curl Sis, it's time to wrap up that blowout and bring out the summer curls. It's heating up outside, and our hair should reflect this easy season. As the sun shines brighter and the days get longer, our hair wants to be just as free. From juicy twist-outs to beachy waves, curls thrive in the heat, and for Black women, rocking our natural textures or defined curls in the summer isn't just a look, it's a whole mood. It's giving carefree, radiant, and confident. At this year's BET Awards, singer Ashanti stepped onto the red carpet showing us exactly how it's done. Her voluminous summer curls cascaded effortlessly, serving glamour and softness all at once. The look was bold, bouncy, and beautifully Black — a reminder that curls can be both red carpet-ready and easy-breezy enough for Sunday brunch. Source: Courtesy of Bounce Curl / Courtesy of Bounce Curl Whether you're headed to a rooftop day party or just want to feel the wind move through your twist-out at the farmers market, curls are a go-to summer style for a reason. They bring texture, movement, and personality to any outfit, and when maintained with the right products, they're as low maintenance as they are stunning. Inspired by Ashanti's look? Keep reading for tips from celebrity hairstylist Dhairius Thomas on how to recreate her iconic BET Awards curls at home. Dhairius started off Ashanti's look by washing her curls with Bounce Curls ' Gentle Clarifying Shampoo to remove any impurities or chemicals from the hair, followed by the Ayurvedic Deep Conditioner to lock in that moisture. While her hair was still wet, he went in by section to detangle and define her curls with the Define Edgelift Brush, then applied the Avocado & Rose Oil Clump & Define Cream throughout the entire head. He then diffused the curls until they were about 90% dry, sprayed the Alcohol-Free Hairspray, then finished the drying process. To complete the look, Dhairius added a finishing shine with the Light Oil. ' SEE ALSO Get The Look: High-Shine Curls Is Your New Summer 'Do was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
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18-06-2025
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Adriana Smith, Brain-Dead Georgia Mom On Life Support, Gives Birth Via C-Section
Source: Courtesy of Family / Courtesy Photo After months of being on life support due to a medical emergency linked to blood clots in her brain, Adriana Smith's baby boy was delivered via C-section prematurely on Friday, June 13, according to local Atlanta affiliate 11Alive. But the miracle birth is a bittersweet one, as Smith's family also has to prepare her funeral. Speaking with the outlet following the birth of her grandson, Smith's mother, April Newkirk, provided an update on the baby's health after weighing in at 1 pound, 13 ounces and being placed in the NICU. 'He's expected to be OK,' Newkirk shared. 'He's just fighting. We just want prayers for him. Just keep praying for him. He's here now.' Visibly emotional, Newkirk expressed her feelings about saying a final goodbye to her daughter after months on forced life support due to Georgia's abortion ban. 'It's kind of hard, you know,' she said of her daughter, who turned 31 years old on June 15. 'It's hard to process. I'm her mother. I shouldn't be burying my daughter. My daughter should be burying me.' 'If I could say one more thing to her, I guess I would tell her that I love her and that she was a great daughter,' Newkirk added. Per Georgia law, most abortions are banned after cardiac activity is detected, which is around six weeks of pregnancy and before many women even realize they are pregnant. On February 19, Smith, a nurse, was declared brain dead at eight weeks pregnant. Newkirk said doctors then informed her that due to Georgia's abortion law, House Bill 481 or the LIFE Act, they were required to keep Smith on life support until the baby could be delivered, according to 11Alive. However, the LIFE Act does not explicitly address situations involving brain death, which experts say has caused confusion. The Georgia Attorney General's Office issued a statement back in May addressing the controversial law. 'There is nothing in the LIFE Act that requires medical professionals to keep a woman on life support after brain death,' said office spokesperson Kara Murray. 'Removing life support is not an action with the purpose to terminate a pregnancy.' 'I'm not saying we would have chosen to terminate her pregnancy. But I'm saying we should have had a choice,' Newkirk previously told the outlet of her daughter's right to choose. 'I think all women should have a choice about their body. And I think I want people to know that.' 'The same field that she worked in is the same people that failed her,' Newkirk said. SEE ALSO Adriana Smith, Brain-Dead Georgia Mom On Life Support, Gives Birth Via C-Section was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
