Prince accepted a standing ovation as he strolled out carrying a cane and rocking an Afro to present the 2015 Grammy for album of the year. Then he stole the show with a line that reminded everyone he was more than just a pop superstar; he was a black activist. “Albums still matter,” he said. … Continue reading
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Prince’s sister believes the superstar musician didn’t have a will and has asked a Minnesota court to appoint a special administrator to oversee his multimillion-dollar estate, according to court documents filed Tuesday that could signal a looming fight over Prince’s assets. Tyka Nelson, Prince’s only surviving full sibling, said in the court … Continue reading
Musicians, actors and other celebrities react to the death Thursday of music great Prince via interviews, statements and social media: ___ “Prince, the doves really are crying now.” — Oprah Winfrey. ___ “The news of Prince’s sudden and unexpected passing is very difficult to process. He was my creative partner and friend. We shared tremendous … Continue reading
CHANHASSEN, Minn. (AP) — Pop superstar Prince, widely acclaimed as one of the most inventive and influential musicians of his era with hits including “Little Red Corvette,” ”Let’s Go Crazy” and “When Doves Cry,” was found dead at his home on Thursday, April 21, in suburban Minneapolis, according to his publicist. He was 57. His … Continue reading
NEW DELHI (AP) — The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge paid their respects to Indian independence leader Mohandas K. Gandhi on Monday and met with young entrepreneurs in India’s financial capital of Mumbai to speak with the country’s next generation of business leaders. On the second day of their weeklong royal tour of India, Britain’s … Continue reading
NEW YORK (AP) — It is NBA All-Star weekend, but it seems as if all the stars in the celeb galaxy were taking part in the swanky dinners, posh parties and concerts before Sunday’s big game. Almost every pocket of New York City, it seemed, offered some kind of starry celebration. Chicago Bulls’ … Continue reading
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