Samsung put Dua Lipa’s face on its TV boxes. Now, the electronics giant says she can’t claim trademark rights over it.
Samsung Electronics America and its South Korean parent company have asked a California federal judge to dismiss the pop star’s $15 million lawsuit over a photo that appeared on television packaging sold across the United States. In a September 10 filing, the company argues that Lipa’s eight-count complaint stretches one disputed image into copyright, trademark, false endorsement, and publicity claims that do not hold up legally.
The photo shows Lipa backstage at the 2024 Austin City Limits Festival. On Samsung’s packaging, it......
Drake says he plans to return to the road in 2027 for a new world tour.
Speaking ahead of his FOMO livestream, the Canadian rapper confirmed that touring is on the way, along with what he described as several other major shows and projects.
The 2027 dates would follow Drake’s previous tours across North America, Australia and Europe, including his It’s All a Blur Tour and his European shows with PartyNextDoor.
No dates or locations for the 2027 tour have yet been announced.
Chris Brown has thanked Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett for recognising his contribution to music, while apologising for the criticism she has received over the honour.
Crockett recognised Brown and Usher during their R&B Tour stop in Arlington, praising their influence on contemporary R&B and popular music.
The decision drew criticism on social media, with some pointing to Brown’s 2009 guilty plea for felony assault against Rihanna and his subsequent legal troubles.
Brown responded on Instagram, saying he is not political but was grateful for the recognition and sorry for any backlash Crockett has faced.
Ed Sheeran says he’s “not complicit.”
Tuesday (Sept. 15), the Play artist issued a statement in response to this one from Macklemore, who was recently removed from Sheeran’s tour following a speech he gave in support of the Palestinian people.
Sheeran, like Macklemore, mentions Robert Kraft in his newly shared statement. Kraft, notably, released his own statement on Monday (Sept. 14). The singer also claims he “spoke with the venues at length all week to try and build a bridge” after it was made clear that they wanted Macklemore off the tour.
“Macklemore coming off tour was the promoter’s......
Tory Lanez has announced a “tour,” which is in quotation marks because he’s not actually going anywhere outside of his cell at the California Men’s Colony in San Luis Obispo, California.
The incarcerated rapper and singer announced the NOT ON “TOR” TOUR on Tuesday (Sept. 15) on social media, showcasing clips of people dancing to his music and the locations and dates of the shows. The event kicks off on Sept. 25 at HK Hall in New York and wraps at Avalon Social in Pittsburgh on Nov. 13.
In Lanez’s announcement post, the shows are billed as “listening experiences” that feature him “and friends.” As per usual with this......
Rihanna and her daughter, Rocki Irish, were twinning while celebrating the infant's first birthday.The Grammy Award-winning singer held a birthday party for her third child on Sunday, September 13, with close friends and family. Rihanna's best friend, Melissa Forde, shared an adorable photo from the festivities of Riri embracing her first daughter while wearing matching pink outfits. You can see Rihanna plant a kiss on the little girl's head as she looks away. The mommy-daughter duo wore pink dresses with oversized black-and-white polka-dot bows on the back. Ms. Rocki Irish also wore a matching, normal-sized bow in her hair.
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky welcomed Rocki in......
Drake has revealed new details about his upcoming film project, Fear of Missing Out, which is set for release Tuesday night.
The rapper describes the project as a self-funded, surreal film centred on making the most of one summer and the importance of relationships, experiences and taking chances in life.
Drake says the film was created and scored by members of his own team and hopes it will motivate fans to pursue opportunities and make meaningful decisions.
Fear of Missing Out will be released on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Music at 9 p.m. Eastern.
The man accused of killing Migos rapper TakeOff is asking a judge for permission to independently examine evidence in the murder case, including the bullets recovered during the investigation.
Patrick Xavier Clark has pleaded not guilty to murder and wants an independent expert to review evidence collected by Houston police as his defence prepares for trial.
TakeOff, whose real name was Kirsnick Khari Ball, was fatally shot outside a Houston bowling alley in November 2022 following an altercation.
Clark’s trial is scheduled to begin in November, with jury selection set for November 5.
...
Angela Bassett says Keke Palmer would be her choice to portray her if a movie were ever made about her life.
During an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Bassett acknowledged the resemblance fans have long noticed between the two actresses, pointing to their similar cheekbones and eyes. She also praised Palmer’s personality and energy, describing her as one of the best.
The two share a relationship dating back more than 20 years. Bassett played Palmer’s mother in the 2006 film Akeelah and the Bee, which became Palmer’s breakthrough role when she was just 11 years old.
Their connection has continued throughout Palmer’s career. Earlier this year, Palmer......
Jay-Z opted for a tailored tux look at the world premiere of his Rick Rubin-directed docuseries JAŸ-Z In 8, which hits HBO and HBO Max later this week.
Among those who joined HOV at the premiere at New York City’s Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center on Sunday (Sept. 13) were Beyoncé, Leonardo DiCaprio, Jerrod Carmichael, and SZA. Rubin, the series’ director, and Daniel Kaluuya, an executive producer on the project, were also on hand.
Fans were quick to praise the 25-time Grammy winner’s choice of red carpet attire, leading to remarks not only on the timelessness of the look itself,......
