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High Kicks, Higher Stakes.

Jennifer Jones made history as the first Black Rockette, but her road was blocked by barriers. In her new memoir, 'Becoming Spectacular,' she reveals the racism, the "unwritten rules," and the resilience it took to stay on the line and battle Stage 3 cancer.

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Duffy’s Triumphant Return to Stage After 15 Years

Singer Duffy has returned to the stage after a 15-year hiatus from performing. On July 5, the Welsh singer performed at Hoxton Hall in London in a secret, intimate gig that was her first full concert since 2011. Attendees had to enter a lottery to get tickets and sign NDAs.

Gospel Icons on the Las Vegas Strip: Why Now?

The Clark Sisters and Fred Hammond are headed to the Las Vegas Strip as part of a new gospel music residency. Nearly every story calls it historic or a milestone, as though the Holy Spirit had won something by landing in a casino district built to separate tourists from their money. Jesus spent much of His time warning people about confusing God with money. This residency is only the latest example of how Christianity in general, and the Black Church in particular, have twisted the Gospel. If there was one thing Jesus made crystal clear, it was that faith wasn't supposed to be a hustle. Today, you'd be hard-pressed to tell the difference between Christianity and Cash Money Records. Christians have drunk the world's Kool-Aid and started believing that if the market validates it, God must have too.

Nicki Minaj Criticizes Dr. Fauci in Heated Tweet

Nicki Minaj has a grim view of Dr. Fauci's future, saying he'll be eating from feeding tubes and losing the ability to speak. On Friday, the rapper posted a lengthy message on X with her bleak assessment of Fauci while also blaming the scientist for the pain and suffering that she believes he caused during the pandemic.

Russell Wilson & Ciara’s $54M California Mansion Sale

Russell Wilson and Ciara have listed their Southern California compound, the Amor Estate, for $54.9 million, just four years after purchasing it for $14.5 million, potentially securing a $40 million profit as Russell transitions to a CBS Sports analyst role.

Amanda Batula Reacts to West Wilson Split Calls

Georgina Ferzli told Amanda Batula to break up with West Wilson when the two women crossed paths at the In the City premiere party in May. Batula and Wilson confirmed their relationship in March after weeks of speculation.