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Grammys Blend Glitter With Real-World Reckoning
entertainment21 days ago

Grammys Blend Glitter With Real-World Reckoning

A review of the 68th Grammy Awards describes a night that fused spectacle with social commentary, as artists used the stage to address immigration and ICE amid a lineup of bold performances (including Sabrina Carpenter and Cher) and two lengthy segments dedicated to Best New Artist and In Memoriam. While some moments felt lighter, the show’s political moments and tributes ultimately underscored a shift toward acknowledging national crises within the entertainment world, making the Grammys memorable for balancing celebration with real-world concerns.

Bad Bunny Dominates Grammys Night as Trevor Noah's Hosting Struggles to Leave a Mark
entertainment22 days ago

Bad Bunny Dominates Grammys Night as Trevor Noah's Hosting Struggles to Leave a Mark

The Hollywood Reporter’s Daniel Fienberg lauds Bad Bunny’s big night and message at the 68th Grammys, but says Trevor Noah’s hosting was warm yet forgettable, lacking a guiding through-line. The show delivered spectacular performances (Sabrina Carpenter, Tyler, the Creator, Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber) and a standout In Memoriam sequence, yet a few missteps—such as Cher’s awkward presenting moment and a finale that sagged—left the telecast ending on a lull rather than a peak. Overall, it was entertaining in the middle with passion and spectacle sustaining it, even if the wrap didn’t land as strongly as the middle sections.

Justin Bieber Tops Grammys 2026 Performances in a Surprisingly Cohesive Show
entertainment22 days ago

Justin Bieber Tops Grammys 2026 Performances in a Surprisingly Cohesive Show

A Stereogum list ranks 19 Grammy performances from worst to best at the 2026 Grammys, praising the telecast’s gradual improvement and noting many big winners didn’t perform. The top five moments include Justin Bieber’s bold, intimate set as the night’s best, Lady Gaga’s cinematic Abracadabra feeling second, the D’Angelo–Lauryn Hill tribute third, Clipse with Pharrell and a choir fourth, and Bruno Mars with Rosé rounding out the top five. The piece acknowledges a mix of crowd-pleasing spectacle and awkward excess, arguing the show is moving away from past misfires toward a more engaging, if still imperfect, presentation.

Grammys 2026: Night of historic firsts and surprise wins
entertainment24 days ago

Grammys 2026: Night of historic firsts and surprise wins

Grammys 2026 delivered a night of milestone wins and standout performances across genres, including Lola Young winning best pop solo performance for Messy and sprinting offstage, Lady Gaga taking best pop vocal album for Mayhem, Kendrick Lamar becoming the winningest rapper in Grammy history with GNX, Olivia Dean winning best new artist, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo winning best pop duo for Defying Gravity, Steven Spielberg achieving EGOT status with a Grammy for Music by John Williams, Joni Mitchell winning best historical album, KPop Demon Hunters earning the first K-pop Grammy for Golden, Bruno Mars and Rosé opening the show with APT and Mars performing I Just Might, Bad Bunny calling for unity with ICE Out, Yungblud dedicating best rock performance to Ozzy Osbourne, Gloria Estefan voicing concern about the state of the country, and a flurry of medleys and fashion moments marking Grammys 2026.

Kendrick Lamar Headlines Grammy Night With TV and Paramount+ Coverage
entertainment24 days ago

Kendrick Lamar Headlines Grammy Night With TV and Paramount+ Coverage

The 68th Grammy Awards unfold tonight at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, led by Kendrick Lamar with nine nominations; the show airs at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and streams on Paramount+ (Premium live; Essential on-demand starting Monday), with red-carpet coverage beginning at 7 p.m. ET. Trevor Noah is the host, and the night features performances from artists like Sabrina Carpenter and Justin Bieber along with tributes to D’Angelo and Ozzy Osbourne and a slate of nominees including top contenders across categories.

Dancing With the Stars Week 8: Rock & Roll Night Ends in Shocking Eliminations
entertainment3 months ago

Dancing With the Stars Week 8: Rock & Roll Night Ends in Shocking Eliminations

In Week 8 of Dancing With the Stars Season 34, Whitney Leavitt and Jordan Chiles led the leaderboard after two dances, with Fishel being eliminated despite her efforts. The episode featured performances to rock and roll classics, team dances, and individual routines, with Whitney Leavitt earning the highest score and immunity.

Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2025: Gigi, Bella, and TWICE Shine on the Runway
fashion4 months ago

Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2025: Gigi, Bella, and TWICE Shine on the Runway

The 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show returned to Brooklyn with a powerful, storytelling theme, featuring both veteran and new Angels, notable performances by Madison Beer, TWICE, Karol G, and Missy Elliot, and debut appearances by athletes Angel Reese and Suni Lee, all under an hour-long runway show that celebrated diversity, fresh looks, and energetic performances.

Dancing With The Stars: Highlights From Dedication Night
entertainment4 months ago

Dancing With The Stars: Highlights From Dedication Night

The latest episode of Dancing With The Stars Season 34, Dedication Night, featured all 10 couples performing heartfelt dances in tribute to loved ones, with no eliminations this week. Notable performances included emotional routines by Robert Irwin and Jordan Chiles, and nostalgic tributes like Danielle Fishel's 'Boy Meets World' themed jive. The episode was marked by strong performances, emotional stories, and a celebration of dedication and connection among the contestants.

Highlights and Winners of the 56th GMA Dove Awards
entertainment4 months ago

Highlights and Winners of the 56th GMA Dove Awards

The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards will be broadcast on October 10, 2025, with performances by notable artists like Brandon Lake, Lauren Daigle, and for KING + COUNTRY, and appearances by celebrities including Naomi Raine and Sonya Isaacs. The event will re-air on October 17, offering viewers multiple opportunities to watch the celebration of Christian music.

DWTS Season 34 Kicks Off with Double Eliminations and a Four-Way Tie
entertainment5 months ago

DWTS Season 34 Kicks Off with Double Eliminations and a Four-Way Tie

In the second week of 'Dancing with the Stars' Season 34, a double-elimination occurred, removing Corey Feldman and Baron Davis, with performances themed around 'One-Hit Wonders' leading to mixed results for contestants like Danielle Fishel and Jordan Chiles. The episode featured energetic dances, some injuries, and a focus on fan support influencing eliminations.