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Perth Now
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Is this Perth's youngest rap music fan?
He might only be eight years old, but Yokine's Noah Gianotti was as passionate as any rap music fan lining up to meet British performer Central Cee at Perth Airport on Tuesday evening ahead of the star's RAC Arena show tonight. One of forty or fifty dedicated locals attempting to greet the star, Noah was overcome with emotion after the drill rapper stopped to say hello, posed for a photo, and signed a cover of his 2025 album Can't Rush Greatness. 'I actually started crying after, because I'm a big fan of him,' Noah told PerthNow, with the youngster's parents on hand to capture the pair's encounter. Rapper Central Cee stops for an autograph for Noah Gianotti on Tuesday at Perth Airport. Credit: Nick Gianotti But it wasn't enough to simply meet his hero, with the youngster compelled to take his fandom a step further. 'I actually did one of his rap verses back to him,' he added. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. While the touring artist's music is crafted for adult ears, the RAC Arena show is billed as an all-ages event. Sure to play Noah's favourite tracks Sprinter and BAND4BAND — cracking 900 million and 400 million listens on Spotify respectively, the youngster will not be attending the star's last Aussie show. For him, the tangible nature of a face-to-face meeting with his musical heroes means more than simply cheering them on from a distance. Yokine's Noah Gianotti poses with his signed Central Cee album cover. Credit: Nick Gianotti 'I just like having the memories of waiting for them and just seeing if they'll come and say hi, and sign an autograph,' he said. Noah's parents Nick Gianotti and Prue Earl have influenced his taste in music, and have been playing hip hop around the house for his entire life. As patient as he is passionate, Noah has waited hours to meet the likes of Drake, Post Malone, and Blink-182's Travis Barker upon their trips to Perth in recent times. His parents manage an Instagram account which shares all of his celebrity encounters.
Perth Now
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Heavy traffic warning ahead of UK rapper's concert tonight
Main Roads has warned motorists about traffic congestion in Perth city ahead of Central Cee's concert at RAC Arena on Wednesday night. The 27-year-old British rapper, real name Oakley Neil Caesar-Su, is set to take the stage in front of thousands of fans at 9pm for the last show on his Can't Rush Greatness world tour. Doors to the arena open from 7pm, and Main Roads urged drivers on Wellington Street to drive with caution due to the increased number of vehicles and people in the area before and after the event. It comes after a 45-year-old man died after he was hit by a bus on Wellington Street while crossing the road about 6.15pm on June 20. Cee's tour comes off the back of the January release of his long-awaited debut studio album that features guest appearances from Young Miko, 21 Savage, Dave, Lil Durk, Skepta and Lil Baby. He has been playing sold-out shows across Europe, the UK, the US, Canada and New Zealand before heading Down Under to perform in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. Tickets to the Perth concert, which is two days before his birthday, are still available through Ticketek for $114.95. Regarded as a leading figure in UK rap, he rose to prominence in 2020 with the release of his drill singles Day in the Life and Loading. Other successful songs include Doja, Band4Band and Sprinter — the most streamed UK rap song last year. Aside from his music, Cee is also known for his streetwear fashion sense, often styling tracksuits, puffer jackets and skull caps. He even started a brand called Syna World in 2023 and has done some modelling for Nike and Jaquemus over the years. After his Perth concert, he will head to Saudi Arabia for a show on August 1.
Perth Now
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Tickets about to drop for blockbuster WWE event in Perth
Fans hoping to see wrestling star and Hollywood actor John Cena in the flesh can secure their spot at RAC Arena when pre-sale tickets go on sale on Monday. Cena will headline the return of WWE to Perth from October 10-13, with three shows scheduled — Friday Night Smackdown, Saturday's Crown Jewel and Monday night RAW. Pre-sale combo tickets for the shows go on sale 1pm June 30, while fans who pre-register will gain early access to tickets. General public combo tickets will be at 1pm Wednesday, July 2. 'This will be the last time fans can see the legendary John Cena live at a WWE event in Australia, with the weekend in Perth part of his global retirement tour,' Tourism Minister Reece Whitby said. 'For over two decades, John Cena has declared 'you can't see me', well Perth, now you can. 'This blockbuster weekend promises an action-packed line up that can't be seen anywhere else in Australia, New Zealand, or South East Asia this year, and tickets are sure to sell out fast.' The State Government won't say how much bringing the wrestling extravaganza to WA is costing taxpayers. But, according to the Government, last year's WWE Elimination Chamber at Optus Stadium attracted 18,000 fans from outside of WA and generated $36.2 million for the local economy. 'Major events are a key part of the Cook Government's tourism strategy, they fill our hotels, boost hospitality and tourism businesses, and encourage visitors to not only come to WA, but to stay longer, and explore further,' Mr Whitby said. This week, WWE superstars Bianca Belair and Montez Ford explored WA's tourism destinations, including Kings Park and Exmouth, exploring the wonders of WA's Coral Coast, promoting the state. WWE Elimination Chamber at Optus Stadium in Perth in 2024. Rhea Ripley celebrates the win over Nia Jax. Credit: Jackson Flindell / The West Australian Australian-born WWE sensation, Rhea Ripley — who was the show stopper at last year's event in Perth — is also expected to be part of the October wrestling events. With WWE's new global broadcast partnership with Netflix, Western Australia will be seen by hundreds of millions of viewers around the world, showcasing the State to a massive international audience. WWE hasn't yet released details of how much it will cost wrestling fans to attend the Perth events, but at last year's Perth WWE event ringside tickets started at $400. Fans can register for pre-sale tickets here.
West Australian
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Pre-sale tickets for WWE event at Perth's RAC Arena up for grabs on June 30
Fans hoping to see wrestling star and Hollywood actor John Cena in the flesh can secure their spot at RAC Arena when pre-sale tickets go on sale on Monday. Cena will headline the return of WWE to Perth from October 10-13, with three shows scheduled — Friday Night Smackdown, Saturday's Crown Jewel and Monday night RAW. Pre-sale combo tickets for the shows go on sale 1pm June 30, while fans who pre-register will gain early access to tickets. General public combo tickets will be at 1pm Wednesday, July 2. 'This will be the last time fans can see the legendary John Cena live at a WWE event in Australia, with the weekend in Perth part of his global retirement tour,' Tourism Minister Reece Whitby said. 'For over two decades, John Cena has declared 'you can't see me', well Perth, now you can. 'This blockbuster weekend promises an action-packed line up that can't be seen anywhere else in Australia, New Zealand, or South East Asia this year, and tickets are sure to sell out fast.' The State Government won't say how much bringing the wrestling extravaganza to WA is costing taxpayers. But, according to the Government, last year's WWE Elimination Chamber at Optus Stadium attracted 18,000 fans from outside of WA and generated $36.2 million for the local economy. 'Major events are a key part of the Cook Government's tourism strategy, they fill our hotels, boost hospitality and tourism businesses, and encourage visitors to not only come to WA, but to stay longer, and explore further,' Mr Whitby said. This week, WWE superstars Bianca Belair and Montez Ford explored WA's tourism destinations, including Kings Park and Exmouth, exploring the wonders of WA's Coral Coast, promoting the state. Australian-born WWE sensation, Rhea Ripley — who was the show stopper at last year's event in Perth — is also expected to be part of the October wrestling events. With WWE's new global broadcast partnership with Netflix, Western Australia will be seen by hundreds of millions of viewers around the world, showcasing the State to a massive international audience. WWE hasn't yet released details of how much it will cost wrestling fans to attend the Perth events, but at last year's Perth WWE event ringside tickets started at $400. Fans can register for pre-sale tickets here .
Perth Now
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Katy Perry snaps selfie with Quokka on Rotto
Katy Perry seems to be enjoying the sights of WA after her tour stop in Perth, sharing some photos of her and some friends at Rottenest Island. She shared a selfie of her and the cute-looking Quokka on Instagram alongside videos and photos of her cycling around Rottenest island, lounging on a speedboat and playing cards with friends. 'Mood: Quokka' Perry captioned the post. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. Perry posted the photos just days after rumours have been circulating that she's split from partner Orlando Bloom after almost a decade of dating. Bloom was spotted in Perth last weekend exiting the couple's jet ahead of Perry's first show at RAC Arena, then was spotted in Perth's CBD with his daughter Daisy sitting on his shoulders the following day. dfh Credit: Katy Perry Despite the rumours, Perry has shared extensive content of herself enjoying herself in Australia; including a stop to Australia Zoo where she met Robert Irwin and a trip to feed tigers at the Zoo in Sydney. Perry has already played to sold-out arenas in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth during her Aussie Lifetimes tour. She has now left Perth and is due in for her final Australian tour dates this weekend.
