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Tennessee tightened its grip on No. 1 in the AP Top 25 on Monday following a pair of lopsided wins, including one over SEC rival Arkansas, that left the Volunteers as the only undefeated team in men’s Division I college basketball.The Vols picked up four more first-place votes and had 45 of 60 from the national panel to remain atop the poll for the fifth straight week. Auburn earned the other 15 first-place nods and stayed at No. 2, while Iowa State, Duke and Alabama rounded out a top five that was unchanged following the first week of conference play…
After seamlessly blending her musical and acting talents for years, Simone Joy Jones is taking center stage with her debut album (released under her artist name S!MONE), Magnet. The multi-talented star of Peacock’s hit series Bel-Air stopped by Billboard’s NYC office for an episode of Billboard Gaming, bringing joy to a rainy day in New York City. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The inspiration behind Magnet lies in the concept of magnetism — the way we attract experiences and people by embracing our authentic selves. Through this album, Simone explores the…
That is most likely the case. Better yet, though, the split paved the way for her best friend and costar to swoop in and prove himself. “With anybody you’re with,” Zendaya told Cardi B, “you have to have a layer of respect, courtesy, understanding, and tolerance. It’s also important to have somebody who makes you laugh. If someone can’t make me laugh, then that’s wack. And not just kind of laugh, but pee-my-pants laugh.” She expanded upon what she valued in a person in February 2021, about five months before she and Holland (whose father is a stand-up comedian, FWIW)…
Vin Diesel and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson came face-to-face at the 2025 Golden Globes, where they had a rather uncomfortable interaction after years of feuding. The “Pacifier” star, 57, took the stage at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Sunday to present the cinematic and box office achievement award when he saw his “Fast and Furious” co-star, 52, in the crowd. “Hey, Dwayne,” Diesel, whose real name is Mark Sinclair, said as he awkwardly waved and cracked a smile, making the crowd erupt in laughter. Vin Diesel gave Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson a shout-out during the 2025 Golden…
Thomas Markle has made quite a few tabloid headlines in recent years.’ And now, in an ironic twist, the controversial father of Meghan Markle says he’s moving halfway across the globe in order to escape the “drama” in his life. Yes, the “drama” Thomas speaks of is almost entirely self-created, but it seems that he would rather flee the hemisphere than simply stop talking to the press. Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex arrives for The Paley Center for Media gala honoring actor and director Tyler Perry, at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills on December 4, 2024. (Photo by…
Fifteen years after the release of her debut album, Animal, Kesha is feeling nostalgic. In an Instagram post on Sunday (Jan. 5), the singer looked back on the making of the 2010 LP that made her a star and featured such beloved tracks as “Your Love Is My Drug,” “Tik Tok,” “Blah Blah Blah” and “Party at a Rich Dude’s House.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “I spent my whole life learning the art of songwriting from my mom, an iconic songwriter herself, so when Animal came out, it was a…
35 Credit: Brian Stukes/Bravo Mia Thornton clapped back at Gizelle Bryant’s claim that she’s “dead to [her],” suggested Gizelle faked her outrage after getting a mysterious “call,” and shared the real reason why she believes Gizelle “got mad.” On a recent episode of the Real Housewives of Potomac, Gizelle insinuated that Mia didn’t protect her children amid her divorce from Gordon. In response, Mia claimed that Gizelle’s daughters snuck boys into a vacation house. But Gizelle didn’t seem super upset until episodes later. In an Instagram comment shared by @therealityrundown, Mia clapped back at Gizelle’s claim that she’s “dead to…
Jeff Carlisle, U.S. soccer correspondentJan 5, 2025, 08:22 AM ETCloseJeff Carlisle covers MLS and the U.S. national team for ESPN FC.Antonee Robinson has been named U.S men’s player of the year. Ed Sykes/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty ImagesUnited States men’s national team and Fulham defender Antonee Robinson has been voted the 2024 U.S. Soccer male player of the year.Robinson, 27, won with 55% of the weighted votes submitted by fans, national team coaches, USMNT players who earned a cap in 2024, members of the U.S. Soccer Board of Directors, U.S. Soccer Athletes’ Council, professional league head coaches and sporting directors, select media members…
Austin’s Waterloo Records, a cornerstone of the city’s music scene since 1982, is entering a new chapter. After over four decades as the heartbeat of Austin’s music culture, owner John Kunz has announced that he is passing the torch to new owners—Caren Kelleher, Founder & CEO of Gold Rush Vinyl, and Austin entrepreneur Trey Watson. Along with the change in ownership, Waterloo Records will also be relocating to a new, larger space at 1105 North Lamar this spring. Waterloo Records has long been a cultural hub for Austinites and visitors alike, hosting in-store performances by artists like Norah Jones, Willie…
Brady Corbet gave a heartfelt shout-out to Aubrey Plaza and her late husband, Jeff Baena, at the 2025 Golden Globes. After nabbing the award for best director Sunday night, the filmmaker took the stage and delivered an emotional speech. “Finally, tonight my heart is with Aubrey Plaza and Jeff’s family,” Corbet, who won for his work on “The Brutalist,” said before exiting the stage. Brady Corbet mentioned Aubrey Plaza and her late husband in his Golden Globes speech. Penske Media via Getty Images Corbet, who won for “The Brutalist,” concluded his speech by remembering Jeff Baena. Penske Media via Getty…