It’s been nearly 6 years since Chrisette Michele experienced a seismic backlash for singing at the inauguration of former U.S. president Donald Trump, but the R&B diva continues to grapple with the effects of the fall from grace.

The boycott launched against her at the time saw her music streams and sales steeply drop, which led to difficulty filling concert venues on tour and eventually saw her dropped from her record label.  As if the professional woes weren’t doing enough damage, she later revealed the impact the downfall played in the dissolution of her marriage to Doug “Biggs” Ellison.

Because action on the latter is ongoing, the Grammy-winning singer took to Instagram to describe how the process has taken an emotional toll despite her best efforts to soldier on.

Look inside to read her heartfelt words.

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As we reported here, Lady Gaga stopped by ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ earlier this week to dish on her new movie, ‘House of Gucci’ (in theaters now), and so much more.

While there, she treated the audience to a viewing of the live rendition of her Tony Bennett duet, ‘Anything Goes.’

Filmed during their two-night run at Radio City Music Hall earlier this year, their recorded version of ‘Anything’ was originally found on the standard edition of their first joint album (2014’s ‘Cheek to Cheek’), but the tune also has a live version listed on the deluxe incarnation of their latest teamed effort (2021’s ‘Love for Sale’).

Curious to see how they fared? Hop inside:

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The 2021 Primetime EMMY Awards provided many-a-notable moment Sunday night (September 19) courtesy of the host of television stars who took to the stage to be honored.

Now, after jaw-dropping fashion ensembles, shocking upsets, and heart-warming accepting speeches, you can look inside to see who walked away with the show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies!

A full winners list awaits below:

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It’s been nearly 5 years since Chrisette Michele endured a swift and seismic backlash for seemingly endorsing polarizing Donald Trump by singing at his presidential inauguration. Though she made clear her intention was to “be a bridge” between his supporters and detractors, the only bridge she traveled was that straight to “cancelledville.”

The subject of memes, fiery debates, ridicule, and more from fans and industry peers alike, the blowback also bled into her professional and personal life via the loss of her record deal, impacted touring ability, and failed marriage (as we reported here).

Just two months ago she took to the net to openly admit the performance was ‘the wrong thing to do,’ but the admission also came with the question of why her cancellation endures while other high profile figures who have openly endorsed Trump continue to thrive.

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Cop a gander of Katy Perry!

The Pop force stuns on the cover of L’Officiel‘s Summer 2021 issue.

Glowing in earnest, the singer styled and profiled in the Greg Swales lensed shoot.

Within her feature, the 36-year-old opened up about her forthcoming Las Vegas residency ‘Play,’ becoming a mother to Daisy Bloom, her plans beyond music, and using her platform to advocate for causes she believes in.

Pics and quotes below…

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In news just in, Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriquez have reportedly split after four years together.

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In or out of album promo cycle, Katy Perry is quite the busy bee as she reiterated on her pit stop to ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Monday night (February 8).

The GRAMMY nominee has pumped the brakes on the push behind her ill-fated fifth studio album, ‘Smile,’ and is now building awareness for the season 4 launch of ABC’s ‘American Idol’ (which resumes its search for America’s next undiscovered superstar on February 14).

When not dishing with Kimmel about ‘Idol,’ Perry – donning her signature black hair and a mosaic, form-fitting dress – discussed the joys of motherhood to 5-month-old daughter Daisy Bloom and even weighed in on The Weeknd‘s epic Super Bowl showing from Sunday (February 7).

Did you miss the Katy action when it first aired? See it inside:

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Through the years, the US has turned its national anthem into a Pop culture landmark which houses the power of making or breaking careers — depending on how well it’s sung.

As the world continues its rapturous applause of Lady Gaga’s stunning rendition at this week’s Inauguration Day, From The Vault journeys back to the year 2006, when Destiny’s Child put their very own unique spin on ‘The Star Spangled Banner’.

After shocking the industry a few months prior when they announced their disbandment, Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams reunited for a farewell performance of the anthem at the 2006 NBA All-Star Game.

Dressed in glamorous cocktail dresses, DC3 put their 3-part harmonies on full display but made sure to give member ample moments to shine individually. 

Watching this video in 2021 is both comforting and frustrating. Indeed, everything about this performance screams perfection. And yet the reality is that there arguably isn’t an act capable of such precision in this day and age. Besides, ironically, Beyoncé.

[Also, seeing the dearly-departed Kobe Bryant present on the court-side is bittersweet, especially on the eve of the one year anniversary of his passing.]

We won’t lose hope of one day seeing the girls reunite for a substantial project. A Netflix concert special, an EP, a tour – whenever it’s safe to go back on the road. Something. We feel the time is more than ripe for Destiny’s Child to bless us with their greatness and show the new generation a thing or two about how it’s supposed to be done.

Your thoughts?

Former President Donald Trump may not be out of the spotlight just yet.

For, he has just offered his first remarks since leaving office as his impeachment trail official gets a date.

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Over 10 million viewers tuned into Wednesday’s (January 20) live simulcast of ‘Celebrating America’ – a concert that assembled some of music’s biggest music and shakers to commemorate the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.

That gargantuan viewership figure made the platform a prime spot to showcase new and old music, an opportunity taken advantage of in earnest by the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Katy Perry, Ant Clemons & Justin Timberlake, and other big names on the bill who opted to perform original songs instead of inspirational covers like Demi Lovato, John Legend, and more.

For Clemons and Timberlake, the exposure proved particularly lucrative as the duo unveiled the first live showing of their new song ‘Better Days.’

If real-time sales tallies are to judge by, America was pleased with the performance.

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Megan Thee Stallion has slammed suggestion that the case against Tory Lanez have been dropped.

As reported, Lanez was charged with one count of assault with a semiautomatic firearm after the femcee claimed that he shot her in the foot on the night of July 12 2020.

The ‘Say It’ performer was also hit with another count of carrying a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle.

Earlier today, murmurs began swirling about all court dates being wiped from schedules. Leading some to assert that the charges against Lanez had been dropped.

A select sect descended on Megan’s socials to mock her and she clapped back moments ago.

Her words below…

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Hours after Lady Gaga, Garth Brooks, and Jennifer Lopez dominated headlines for their moving musical performances at the inauguration of U.S. President Joe Biden and Vice-President Kamala Harris (click here to watch), a brigade of their fellow music stars took to the Lincoln Memorial to continue the festivities via the socially distanced concert, ‘Celebrating America.’

Hosted by Academy Award winner Tom Hanks, the patriotic event assembled the likes of Justin Timberlake, Demi Lovato, Bruce Springsteen, Tim McGraw, Jon Bon Jovi, John Legend, Katy Perry, and many more to crank out their biggest hits and/or inspirational numbers that fit the theme of the evening.

Did you miss the action when it aired live Wednesday (January 20)?  See it all below:

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