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Black America Web
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Gabby Thomas, Beverly Johnson, Laura Coates & Karine Jean-Pierre Prettily Pose For Pics After Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Honorary Membership
After Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. added serious star power to its sisterhood, during its 2025 Leadership Seminar, the honorary members who were bestowed 20 pearls prettily posed for pics to represent the First Black sorority. Source: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. During the seminar titled 'Pathways to Soar: Unlocking Impactful Leadership,' held in Anaheim, California, the storied organization welcomed four powerhouse women as honorary members: Olympic track star Gabby Thomas, and supermodel trailblazer Beverly Johnson, CNN anchor and legal analyst Laura Coates, and former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. With more than 9,000 members gathered from around the globe, the ceremony marked a moment of inspiration, excellence, and Black girl magic. According to a post shared on the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Instagram page on July 14, all four of the extraordinary women selected for the honorary member award were chosen for being FIRST in their excellence in leadership, groundbreaking achievements, and transformative service that uplift communities around the world. 'Welcoming these phenomenal women into our Sisterhood is a powerful testament to our legacy of distinction,' International President & CEO Danette Anthony Reed told Watch the Yard . 'Their voices and vision will further strengthen our mission of impactful service to all mankind.' In an Instagram post, the ewly inducted honorary members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. expressed heartfelt gratitude and excitement following their induction. Former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre shared her disbelief and joy, saying, 'I can't believe it. You all won't believe it. I am now officially a member of the beautiful sorority, AKA. Thank you, thank you, thank you!' CNN anchor and legal analyst Laura Coates echoed the sentiment, saying, 'Hey everyone, I'm Laura Coates. Can you believe it? I'm officially a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority.' Olympian Gabby Thomas also celebrated the honor, stating, 'I'm so thrilled to be a member of the beautiful Alpha Kappa Alpha! I'm so excited to start my new journey of Sisterhood!' Supermodel and trailblazer Beverly Johnson shared a deeply emotional message: 'I'm so honored to be a sorority sister. I cannot tell you how proud I am. I cannot tell you, my heart is so full. I can barely speak, but thank you God!' Not only that, but Tuesday, the newest honorary memebers were featuredd in a social media post posing for pics with their heads held high and their ivies up. 'Heads held high, and Ivies up.. Because this is a Serious Matter!' the official Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Instagram captioned a post. 'Our newest Honorary Members, @gabbythomas, @k_jeanpierre, @thelauracoates, and @iambeverlyjohnson are already giving Pretty Girl style in full formation! We look forward to seeing them all Soar in Sisterhood.🩷💚 #AKAHonoraryMembers #SoaringWithAKA #AKA1908 Let's meet the latest honorary AKAs. Source: Dia Dipasupil / Getty Laura Coates, CNN's Chief Legal Analyst and Anchor, is the first and only Black woman to hold the title. Before joining CNN, Coates served as a trial attorney in the U.S. Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division, focusing on voting rights enforcement, and later as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, where she prosecuted serious felony cases including drug trafficking, domestic violence, and sexual assault, according to her website. In 2016, she authored the bestselling book You Have the Right: A Constitutional Guide to Policing the Police , demystifying citizens' Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendment rights, and advocating for greater police accountability. Now the host of Laura Coates Live on CNN, she continues to bring clarity to pressing legal and political issues. Notably, Coates delivered extensive coverage of last year's presidential race, hitting the ground in places like Michigan to talk with voters and hear their reactions. She has also had a pulse on the intense sex trafficking trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs, delivering updates along every step of the case, a testament to her commitment. Source: Roger Wimmer/ISI Photos / Getty Gabby Thomas has solidified her status as one of the world's elite sprinters, excelling in both the 100-meter and 200-meter events. Her breakout moment came in 2021 when she ran 21.61 seconds in the 200m at the U.S. Olympic Trials, making her the second-fastest woman in history at the time, according to Team USA. She improved that mark to 21.60 seconds at the 2023 USATF Championships, cementing her legacy in the sport. Thomas made her Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Games, where she earned a bronze medal in the 200m and a silver medal as the anchor of the U.S. 4×100-meter relay team. She followed up with a dominant performance at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, capturing gold in the 200m with a time of 21.83 seconds and another gold in the 4x100m relay alongside Melissa Jefferson, Twanisha Terry, and Sha'Carri Richardson. Her accomplishments extend beyond the Olympics. Thomas has claimed multiple Diamond League titles (2018, 2019, 2024) and won gold at the 2022 World Athletics Championships in the 4x100m relay, setting a championship record of 41.03 seconds. In 2023, she took silver in the 200m at the World Championships with a blazing 21.81 finish. A standout both on and off the track, Thomas graduated from Harvard University in 2019 with a degree in neurobiology and global health. She later earned a master's degree in epidemiology from the University of Texas Health Science Center. Throughout her journey, she has been a passionate advocate for increasing diversity in STEM fields and uses her platform to inspire young women of color to pursue careers in science and technology. Source: The Washington Post / Getty Karine Jean-Pierre made history as the first Black person and the longest-serving woman to hold the position of White House Press Secretary. With a distinguished career in political strategy and public service, she has been a leading voice in American politics and advocacy. Prior to her historic White House role, Jean-Pierre served as a Public Affairs Officer for and worked as a political analyst for NBC and MSNBC, the McSilver Institute notes. During the Obama-Biden administration, she held several key leadership positions, including Regional Political Director for the White House Office of Political Affairs and Deputy Battleground States Director for President Obama's 2012 re-election campaign. She also served as Southeast Regional Political Director during Obama's 2008 presidential run. Her career spans across advocacy and legislative work as well—she was Campaign Manager for the ACLU's Reproductive Freedom Initiative and held roles as Deputy Chief of Staff and Director of Legislative and Budget Affairs for two members of the New York City Council. Born in Martinique and raised in New York, Jean-Pierre is a graduate of Columbia University. Source: Courtesy / WeTV Beverly Johnson is a trailblazing supermodel, actress, entrepreneur, and author who made history as the first Black woman to appear on the cover of Vogue in 1974 and later on Elle . Her groundbreaking achievements opened doors for generations of models of color and reshaped the fashion industry's standards of beauty and inclusion. Beyond modeling, Johnson has built a diverse career as an actress and businesswoman. She has made appearances in films such as Crossroads and Tyler Perry's Good Deeds . The icon is also the founder of The Beverly Johnson Luxurious Lifestyle Brand, which reflects her passion for beauty, wellness, and empowerment. Congrats to these honorable sisters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. The post Gabby Thomas, Beverly Johnson, Laura Coates & Karine Jean-Pierre Prettily Pose For Pics After Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Honorary Membership appeared first on Bossip. 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Time of India
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who is Jordan Clarkson's girlfriend Maggie Lindemann? This basketball-meets-pop-punk pairing is a hit
Image credit: Maggie Lindemann/Instagram If you think singer Taylor Swift and footballer Travis Kelce make the ultimate music-sports power couple, then you should know about Jordan Clarkson and his girlfriend, Maggie Lindemann. Clarkson recently moved from the Utah Jazz to the New York Knicks for the new season. The number 00 shooting guard is known not just for his scoring ability off the bench, but also for his bold fashion sense and painted nails. When he's not making long-range shots, he loves spending time with his girlfriend, American singer-songwriter Maggie Lindemann. Interestingly, Lindemann seems to share Clarkson's distinctive style and zest for life. Jordan Clarkson and Maggie Lindemann: A power couple made for each other "Every day is Valentine's Day" for this couple — at least, that's what Maggie Lindemann wrote for Jordan Clarkson in February last year. She posted a romantic message on Instagram, featuring a video of Clarkson dancing to a love song and singing along. It was accompanied by a picture of the two together. A year earlier, she had wished him a happy birthday with a series of candid pictures and videos, writing: "Happy birthday my heart & soul, my favorite day. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo I love you so much. 4L & after." Who is Maggie Lindemann? Maggie Lindemann began her music career by posting videos on social media, eventually breaking through with her 2016 single Pretty Girl. Unlike Taylor Swift, Lindemann leans more toward alternative metal and punk music. She faced numerous rejections before finally releasing her debut EP Paranoia in 2021, followed by her debut album Suckerpunch in 2022. Her latest single, Hostage, was part of the same album and released last year. When it comes to social media following, Lindemann has 6.2 million followers on Instagram, while Clarkson has 2 million. The two even have each other's names tattooed — Lindemann has his name on her wrist, and Clarkson has hers on his hand, among several other tattoos on his upper body. Image credit: Maggie Lindemann/Instagram But Lindemann isn't the only woman who holds a special place in Clarkson's heart — he is also a devoted father to his daughter, often sharing joyful moments with her on Instagram. Also Read: Jordan Clarkson signs $3.6M deal with New York Knicks after the Utah Jazz buyout However, the couple hasn't posted about each other in over six months, leaving fans wondering if they're still together. There has been no confirmation of a breakup, and their old posts featuring one another remain visible. Here's hoping we spot them together courtside at a Lakers game this coming season. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Metro
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Fans 'fuming' as major star suddenly drops out of Primavera with weeks to go
In just a few weeks time Clairo was due to perform at Barcelona's Primavera Sound Festival, but fans are fuming as she's only just announced she is dropping out. The Pretty Girl singer, 26, announced the news via the festival's official Instagram page in a statement which explained the cancellation is due to 'logistical issues'. 'Hi Barcelona friends,' the Charm hitmaker began. 'Unfortunately, I'm not able to make it to Primavera this year and I'm so sad about it, because Primavera is iconic and returning to the fest is something I've been looking forward to for ages. 'There are some logistical issues with getting my show to/from Primavera that have forced my hand here. 'I never want to give my fans anything but the absolute best set I can do, and that won't be possible at this time. 'I'm so sorry again and I hope to be able to make it up to you sooner than later.' She also captioned the news with: 'I'm so sorry Barcelona. We'll be back soon.' Primavera added to her announcement acknowledging the fans' 'frustration' which they said they shared. 'We regret to annunce that Clairo has cancelled her performance at Primavera Sound Barcelona 2025,' the festival said. 'We are deeply saddened by this news and share the fans' frustration. 'We, too, were very much looking forward to welcoming her again at Primavera Sound Barcelona.' Fans were not satisfied with Clairo's explanation, as @laviedesan took to X and said: 'I love Clairo so much, but I'm tired of the lack of respect artists have for countries outside the US. 'You can't cancel your show just because your team didn't plan your festivals dates properly and chose the one in New York over Primavera Sound.' 'The logistics Clairo gave to cancel primavera is honestly hilarious because I watched her coachella set and….. I'm confused. What kind of equipment are you having difficulties bringing to spain? You can't bring a piano and a guitar to Europe?' asked @missmoroccana. 'It's a month away – fix it,' fumed @Umer_885, adding: 'Feel bad for fans who bought tickets just for her.' @SebastianArizaS simply said, 'FUMING'. Clairo was billed to perform at Primavera Sound on June 6, and the star is booked in for a gig in New York at The Governors Ball on June 8 in a lineup that was announced in January. It is unclear whether this NY booking is the reason behind her 'logistical issue' in getting her show to Europe. The star is only playing a handful of festivals this summer. She will be making the journey for BST Hyde Park on June 5 and 6, before heading over to Hinterland Festival in Iowa on August 1, and Lollapalooza Festival on August 2. Primavera's line-up luckily isn't lacking – as it is returning this summer with the three biggest pop stars in the world right now signed on as headliners: Charli XCX, Chappell Roan, and Sabrina Carpenter. The 23rd edition of the festival, which will be held at Parc del Fòrum from June 4-8 in Barcelona, will also see performances from LCD Soundsystem, FKA Twigs, HAIM, Jamie xx, Fontaines D.C., Beach House, IDLES, Turnstile and more. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Missed out on Glastonbury tickets? Here's 5 'hidden gem' festivals you've probably never heard of MORE: Oscar-winning actor confirmed for 2025 Capital Summertime Ball in most insane line-up MORE: Huge US superstar confirmed for 2025 Capital Summertime Ball in most insane line-up
