The box office performance of ‘Joker: Folie a Deux‘ over the weekend was no joking matter – at least not to execs at Warner Bros. who were undoubtedly stunned to see how critically and commercially panned the set was.

Starring Academy Award winners Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga in its leading roles of iconic DC Comics characters The Joker and Harley Quinn, hopes were high for the Todd Phillips-directed film as its predecessor – 2019’s ‘Joker’ – not only swept the succeeding awards season but also laughed its way to over $1 billion in revenue.

At present, its follow-up – despite being the #1 film in America this week – doesn’t look poised to boast the same.

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Coachella is renowned for being one of the world’s biggest festivals and bringing with it performances from some of the world’s biggest artists.

However, a new report on its 2025 installment claims two of music’s most towering talents – Kendrick Lamar and Rihanna – have passed on offers to perform.

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For years Nicki Minaj and Safaree were synonymous with one another.

Indeed, when the Rap royal hit the scene and broke through on the mainstream circuit, Safaree was notably always by her side. From music videos to live performances to songwriting credits, the pair essentially came as a package deal.

Ironically towards the end of their tenure together, it was revealed that they were also a couple romantically.

As fate would have it, their paths would take on different courses.

However, in a surprise move, Safaree was spotted at the Miami stop of Minaj’s ‘Pink Friday 2 Tour’ on October 6.

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After a 3-year hiatus, the American Music Awards – one of music’s biggest nights – opted to take an unconventional approach to its return to screens by toasting its indelible legacy courtesy of a 50th Anniversary Special.

Aired Sunday night (October 6), the star-studded affair not only boasted special appearances by big stars and legendary acts like Jennifer Lopez, Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood, Smokie Robinson, Samuel L. Jackson, Gloria Estefan, and more, but also gathered a megawatt roster of performers including Jennifer Hudson, Mariah Carey, Gladys Knight, Green Day, Nelly, Chaka Khan, and more.

Did you miss the action when it first aired on CBS? No worries; we’ve got you covered.

Hop inside to see the amazing performances.

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The ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ are back!

Gone are the days when the Madams of Maryland squabbled over etiquette. Because in the show’s eighth season, the drama escalates to new levels.

‘Potomac’ staples Gizelle Bryant, Karen Huger, Ashley Darby, Wendy Osefo, and Mia Thornton are all back in the mix and stirring up must-see TV.

Newcomers Keiarna Stewart and Stacey Rusch have joined the ladies as full-time flute holders and cause an instant splash.

With the twists and turns already underway, check out a preview of episode 2 of season 9 below…

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With Diddy at the center of debate after being hit with federal charges, his mother Janice Combs has spoken up and out.

In a statement issued moments ago, the 83-year-old stressed her belief in his “innocence” after he was formally indicted on charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution.

The Combs matriarch unpacks her frustration with the “lies” leveled against the embattled mogul and insists that his disproven claim of never being physical with Cassie does not automatically make him guilty of the criminal and growing list of civil cases mounted against him.

She pleaded, adding: “my son is not the monster they have painted him to be.”

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Cop a gander at Victoria Monét!

The GRAMMY winner scorches on the cover of Playboy Magazine‘s October issue.

Monét’s scintillating feature arrives in celebration of the freshly unwrapped ‘Jaguar II (Deluxe)’ album which brings with it new songs such as Usher collaboration ‘SOS (Sex On Sight),’ ‘1900’s,’ and ‘D*ckAtNight.’

The set follows the R&B star’s breakout success with hits such as ‘On My Mama’ and ‘Alright.’

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DaBaby once looked to have the world at his feet.

Indeed, the rapper paired inescapable anthems with an omnipresence on the live circuit.

However, it was the latter that ground his ascend to an abrupt half after the star made homophobic remarks while performing at Rolling Loud Miami in 2021.

A blazing backlash from fans, fellow artists, and brands followed, which was only intensified by the MC’s seeming reluctance to acknowledge the severity of his statements. Apologies materialized, but, for many, it was deemed too little too late.

Now, as he attempts to navigate his way back to the upper reach of the charts with his new project ‘How TF Is This A Mixtape?,’ he’s addressing the drama. And he’s claiming that “somebody pressed a button.”

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Madonna has paid emotional tribute to her brother Christopher Ciccone, whose death was announced today (October 6).

As reported, the interior designer was 63 when he succumbed to cancer and was surrounded by his husband and loved ones in his final moments.

With tributes flooding in, the latest has come from Madonna herself.

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Sabrina Carpenter continues to enjoy seismic success with her breakthrough album ‘Short n’ Sweet.’

For, its run on the Billboard 200 is proving to be anything but short and oh so sweet.

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In tragic news, it has been confirmed that Madonna‘s brother Christopher Ciccone has died.

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With GRAMMY season rapidly drawing near, debate is heating up about who should take home which award.

Beyonce, the most awarded act in the history of the ceremony, naturally finds herself at the center of the discourse. Especially given that, despite her gargantuan sum of wins, the top honor – Album of the Year – has eluded her. And unfairly so, per the masses.

As voting commences to determine the 2025 nominees, Jon Batiste – a previous Album of the Year winner and ‘Cowboy Carter’ contributor – weighed in on the LP’s chances.

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