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Bronx rap pioneer MC Keith Keith, born Keith Caesar and best known as a member of the pioneering group Funky 4+1, has died at 64. News 12 The Bronx reported Caesar’s death, describing him as a trailblazer from hip-hop’s earliest years. His passing marks another loss for a generation that helped establish the culture before rap had become the global music industry it is today. For Caesar and his peers, hip-hop was still rooted in New York neighborhoods, block parties, clubs and local performances. The Funky 4+1 emerged from that formative period and became one of the groups associated with…

Miguel and his wife, Margaret Zhang, are expecting their second child, with the couple keeping the pregnancy details largely private. Award-winning singer-songwriter Miguel and his wife, Margaret Zhang, are preparing to become parents again. The couple is expecting their second child, although they have yet to publicly reveal the baby’s sex or expected due date. News of the pregnancy surfaced after Zhang was photographed alongside Miguel with a visible baby bump, giving fans a rare glimpse into the couple’s growing family. The couple has generally kept their relationship and family life away from the spotlight, and their approach to this…

Selena Gomez’s attorney is pushing back hard against allegations in a lawsuit targeting the singer and her role in Wondermind, calling the claims against his client “completely meritless” and preparing to fight the case in court. Attorney Matthew Rosengart issued the statement after two companies sued Gomez, her mother Mandy Teefey and their former business partner Daniella Pierson over allegations involving the mental health company. Rosengart tells TMZ that any allegations suggesting Selena engaged in fraud or other wrongdoing are “completely meritless, both factually and legally.” PEOPLE was first to report his statement. The attorney says he intends to vigorously…

Rihanna is making sure her kids get a taste of where their mom comes from. The singer was spotted enjoying a laid-back family outing in her native Barbados, where she treated her children to fresh coconut snacks during a relaxing island visit. Rihanna, wearing a gray top over her swimsuit, stopped at a local coconut stand and ordered treats for one of her sons and her daughter, Rocki. The family sipped straight from coconuts, with Rihanna visibly enjoying the moment as her son dug into the sides of his snack. It was a distinctly local experience for one of the…

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo just proved their “Wicked” era still has a little magic left. Erivo surprised fans during Ariana’s Sunday night “Eternal Sunshine” show at London’s O2 Arena, joining her former co-star onstage for a special performance of “For Good.” The pair then switched gears and performed “Get Happy / Happy Days Are Here Again,” giving the sold-out crowd another dose of their musical chemistry. The reunion quickly turned into an emotional moment, with Grande and Erivo embracing as the audience reacted to seeing the two stars back together. It marked their first performance together since November’s “Wicked:…

Cristiano Ronaldo is preparing for what could be the final chapter of his legendary soccer career, revealing that this may be his last year of football after 25 years on the pitch. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner made the revelation during a joint interview with his wife, Georgina Rodríguez, for Vogue. When the newlyweds were asked whether marriage would change anything in their lives, Ronaldo dropped the retirement bombshell almost as an aside. “This is probably my last year of football, and I want to leave a spectacular legacy,” Ronaldo said. At 41, the Portuguese superstar is already thinking about…

Hayden Panettiere’s Hollywood family is mourning the actress following her death at 36, with former co-stars and friends sharing emotional tributes to the star known for “Heroes,” “Nashville” and the “Scream” franchise. Panettiere was found unresponsive at a residence in South Carolina on August 16 and was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities said she was found in cardiac arrest, while initial reports indicated there were no signs of foul play. The official cause and manner of death remain under investigation. Among those remembering her was Viola Davis, who worked with Panettiere in the 2016 film Custody. Davis described the…

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson had plenty to celebrate at D23 on Sunday — but midway through his Disney Legends acceptance speech, he turned the spotlight toward his daughter Simone Johnson and got thousands of people to sing her “Happy Birthday.” The moment happened at the sold-out Honda Center in Anaheim, California, where Johnson was being honored as a Disney Legend. During his emotional speech, the proud father recalled taking Simone to Disney when she was just 5 years old, including a breakfast with the princesses. Then he revealed another reason the day was special: Simone had just turned 25. Johnson…

Diane Keaton’s Los Angeles mansion has officially changed hands, with the sprawling estate selling for $18 million after months of price reductions and a return to the market. The 9,219-square-foot property had most recently been listed for nearly $23 million, making the final sale price about $5 million below that asking figure. Compared with its original $28.9 million listing, the estate ultimately sold for nearly $11 million less. The deal closes the chapter on one of Keaton’s most distinctive real estate properties. The five-bedroom, eight-bathroom home was placed under contract last month after a buyer was found, following its return…

Frank Beard, the longtime drummer for legendary rock band ZZ Top, has died at 77. According to the Fort Bend County Medical Examiner, Beard died August 17 at his Texas ranch with family by his side following a stay in hospice. A cause of death has not been disclosed. ZZ Top founder Billy F. Gibbons mourned his longtime bandmate and friend in a statement, saying, “Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas.” Gibbons also credited Beard’s playing with…