Issa Rae on Debuting HBO Max Series ‘Rap Sh!t’ at ABFF: ‘It’s a Full-Circle Moment’

Hüsker Dü bassist Greg Norton has been diagnosed with cancer, the musician has disclosed on social media.“At the beginning of June, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer,” Norton wrote in a post on Facebook last Friday (July 1). “My doctors at the Mayo Clinic believe I have excellent odds, but we need to get in right away and move forward with treatment and surgery.”Norton went on to say that his band, UltraBomb, has cancelled planned tour dates in the UK and would be postponing North American dates, in order to allow him “time to recover and return in full force”.Friends of Norton have launched a GoFundMe campaign to assist with his medical costs.

KARD have unveiled their stirring cover of BTS’ 2017 single ‘Spring Day’.The quartet performed their rendition of BTS’ ‘Spring Day’ during their recent appearance  on South Korean music programme Yoo Heeyeol’s Sketchbook. While its arrangement remained true to the original, the co-ed group brought a new spin to the favourite track.“Snowflakes fall down / And fall apart little by little / I miss you (I miss you) / I miss you (I miss you),” harmonise BM, J.Seph, Somin and Jiwoo on the chorus.“Because we are seen as a performance group, we don’t have many chances to show more earnest songs. Today, we wanted a sing a more emotional song for you, so we’ve prepared a song called ‘Spring Day’ by BTS,” shared vocalist Somin. Elsewhere during the episode, the quartet also put on a powerful performance of their latest title track ‘Ring The Alarm’, from their new mini-album ‘Re:’.

Crosby, Stills and Nash is back on Spotify after the musicians initially removed all of their music earlier this year in solidarity with Neil Young.Back in February, Crosby, Stills & Nash joined a growing number of acts who demanded that their music be removed from Spotify amid the COVID controversy involving Joe Rogan.Members of the disbanded folk supergroup, which when joined by Neil Young were known as Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, supported Young who in January said that he wanted all his music pulled from the streaming platform.Young took aim at controversial podcaster Joe Rogan – a prominent skeptic of the COVID vaccine who has a $100million exclusivity contract with Spotify – pointing out the widespread misinformation shared through his podcast The Joe Rogan Experience.In February, Crosby, Stills and Nash said: “We support Neil and we agree with him that there is dangerous disinformation being aired on Spotify’s Joe Rogan podcast. While we always value alternate points of view, knowingly spreading disinformation during this global pandemic has deadly consequences.

Hollyoaks star Stephanie Davis has revealed that she has been diagnosed with high-functioning autism.

Love Island's Gemma Owen is left fuming after Luca kisses another girl during a challenge on Monday night's show. Things are getting complicated on Love Island, after Casa Amor finally opened up, with the girls entering the separate villa and meeting six new guys. The original male Islanders also got a treat as six new girls entered the main villa, and they wasted no time in getting to know the boys.

Yazmin Oukhellou's mother has rushed to her hospital bedside in Turkey after she suffered serious injuries in a horror car crash that left one dead.The Only Way Is Essex star, 28, and her on-and-off again boyfriend Jake McLean had been driving in Bodrum, Turkey on Sunday 4 July when their car crashed off a cliff. Jake, who is thought to have been was at the wheel, sadly died after the crash and Yazmin was taken to hospital where she remains in critical condition. A source told Daily Mail: 'It's a complete tragedy and a total loss of life.

Stephanie Davis has shared her relief at finally getting a diagnosis after years of trying to self-medicate her crippling anxiety with alcohol. The former Hollyoaks star has now told a stint in rehab led to her being diagnosed with high functioning autism at the age of 26.

Tracee Ellis Ross looked stylish and sexy in new images shared to her Instagram account on Sunday.As she enjoyed a pool day with friends the 49-year-old Black-ish alum stunned in a strapless green bikini that highlighted her curves.She matched a cream and green trucker hat to her swimwear as she snapped a mirror selfie. Hot! Tracee Ellis Ross looked stylish and sexy in new images shared to her Instagram account on SundayThe actress and entrepreneur, who's the daughter of Diana Ross andRobert Ellis Silberstein, pulled her thick, curly hair into a low bun.The freckled beauty swiped on a hot pink shade of lipstick to complement her bright look.

Kourtney Kardashian showed off her midriff in a sultry new mirror selfie as she slowly resumed posting to social media following her husbandTravis Barker's recent hospitalization.Less than 24 hours after breaking her silence about the 46-year-old drummer's'life threatening' bout with pancreatitis, the reality star, 42, posted a sexy snap of herself wearing a black sports bra and matching sweatpants.Additionally, the Poosh founder reposted a meme, to her Instagram Story, which read: '4th of July has been cancelled due to a shortage of independence. Sincerely, Women.' Stunner: Kourtney Kardashian showed off her midriff in a sultry new mirror selfie as she slowly resumed posting to social media following her husband Travis Barker's recent hospitalizationShe was alluding to theU.S.

The so-called King of Miami,David Grutman, is celebrating his 47th birthday on Sunday, July 3.And by being aglobally renowned innovator and entrepreneur in the hospitality field, and founder of Groot Hospitality in Miami, Grutman has partied with some of the most high-profile celebrities across the world.So it makes perfect sense that a slew of birthday wishes started flowing in to Grutman's Instagram Stories, which includes two old friends, Kim Kardashian and younger sister Khloe Kardashian. Birthday boy: Dave Grutman received a slew of happy birthday messages on social media, including from old friends Kim and Khloe Kardashian; thehospitality impresario is seen in 2018'Happy birthday to the king of Miami @davegrutman Love you!' Kim, 41, gushed in her birthday message to Grutman, who's the owner and partner in several Miami-based restaurants and night clubs.She also shared a photo of the hospitality impresario wrapping his arms around the reality star and entrepreneur as they both flash beaming smiles.

Lori Harvey spent the weekend in New Orleans for Essence Fest, taking to Instagram to share her love for New Orleans cuisine.The 25-year-old model took to Instagram on Sunday, sharing snaps from her New Orleans trip over the weekend.She was seen rocking the denim look while speaking on stage at the Essence Festival of Culture at theErnest N. Morial Convention Center on Friday.

Khloe Kardashian channeled her inner Barbie when she wore a bright pink latex mini dress for her birthday.The radiant reality star turned 38 on June 27, but she decided to dazzle the internet with a bold Barbie-esque photoshoot on Sunday (July 3).Khloe poured her killer curves into a clingy pink latex mini dress that could barely contain her famous figure and enviable assets.READ MORE:Khloe Kardashian confesses to nose job as she praises surgeon for 'perfect nose'The model looked every bit the part as Barbie with her lush cropped blonde hair which fell onto her shoulders.She seemed to be having a blast as she beamed for the camera and threw up peace signs in front of an eye-catching pink-themed balloon display which read: "Happy Birthday Khloe, Love You."The glowing mum looked all dolled up for the birthday bash with lush lashes and a healthy coating of lippy.The Good American founder paraded her endless legs in the curve-hugging dress and wore a pair of pink high heels which perfectly matched the pink theme.She kept accessories low key with a stylishly simple heart necklace on her neck.Khloe was joined by her adorable four-year-old True Thomspon, who mirrored her mum in a sparkling pink dress.Taking to Instagram, Khloe admitted some struggles when it came to catching the perfect picture with your excitable young ones.She said: "Thank you all so incredibly much for all of the birthday love... I have been overwhelmed with love and blessings and I am so beyond thankful.

 the premiere of Nadia Hallgren's Netlfix documentary Civil during the 2022 American Black Film Festival in Miami, Florida on Wednesday. The 37-year-old Insecure star posed for shutterbugs on the red carpet in a sparkly pink sequin polo top and matching maxi skirt.

Issa Rae looked radiant atthepremiere ofNadia Hallgren's Netlfix documentary Civil during the2022 American Black Film Festival in Miami, Florida on Wednesday.The 37-year-old Insecure star posed for shutterbugs on the red carpet in a sparkly pink sequin polo top and matching maxi skirt.Civil follows civil lawyerBenjamin Crump, who famously represented the families ofTrayvon Martin andGeorge Floyd in civil lawsuits, and his mission to 'root out anti-Black racism and violence by hitting perpetrators where they’re hurt most: their wallets. Night one:Issa Rae looked radiant at the premiere of Nadia Hallgren's Netlfix documentary Civil during the 2022 American Black Film Festival in Miami, Florida on Wednesday'Crump has been working to ensure financial accountability and raise the value that courts put on Black life,' reads the Tribeca Film Festival synopsis.

Emily Longeretta At Variety’s annual Night in the Writers’ Room, top television creators of limited series, drama and comedy came delve deeper into their processes.

Zack Sharf Ryan Gosling makes for the perfect Ken doll in Warner Bros.’ latest first look photo from Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie,” which stars Margot Robbie in the title role. The studio has debuted a striking photo of Gosling’s Ken sporting six-pack abs, bleach blonde hair and a spray tan.

an eight-episode order for Issa Rae's new comedy series, , fans are getting a proper look at what's in store.Premiering on July 21, the Max Original series follows two estranged high school friends from Miami, Shawna (Aida Osman) and Mia (KaMillion), who reunite to form a rap group. The concept was developed from Rae’s original  script and aims to highlight the challenges women face trying to break into the male-dominated hip-hop industry.The teaser gives fans a brief glimpse at the duo's initial reunion, and their journey trying to make it big in 2022, taking advantage of social media, club promotions and more to launch their career. Watch the video below.’s Syreeta Singleton serves as showrunner and executive producer with Rae and Singleton executive producing alongside Hoorae's Montrel McKay of , Jonathan Berry of  and 3 Arts' Dave Becky of . Hip-hop duo Yung Miami and JT of the City Girls also serve as co-executive producers, and Rae’s go-to audio content company, Raedio, will handle music supervision for the series, so we can expect a soundtrack comparable to that of .Jonica Booth, Devon Terrell and RJ Cyler also star in the series. premieres on Thursday, July 21 with its first two episodes.

HBO announced that the Max Original comedy series RAP SH!T will debut on Thursday, July 21, with its first two episodes.The new show from Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominee Issa Rae, contains eight episodes – one airing each week – ending with its season finale on September 1. RAP SH!T’s cast includes Aida Osman (Group Therapy), KaMillion, Jonica Booth (Oddly Oden), Devon Terrell (Barry, Ophelia), and RJ Cyler (Power Rangers, White Boy Rick, The Harder They Fall), and the story chronicles two estranged high school friends from Miami, who reunite to form a rap group.Alongside Rae and showrunner Syreeta Singleton, RAP SH!T is executive produced by Montrel McKay for HOORAE, Jonathan Berry and Dave Becky for 3 Arts Entertainment, and Deniese Davis.

Issa Rae is taking audiences to Miami on July 21 with the release of her latest comedy series Rap Sh!t on HBO Max. A teaser trailer dropped on Monday and can be viewed above.

The stars of Vengeance are stepping out for the premiere of their new movie!

Dove Cameron gazed adoringly at her Vengeance castmate Issa Rae at the world premiere of their who-done-it during the Tribeca Film Festival in Lower Manhattan on Sunday.The 37-year-old Insecure alum portrays the boss of New Yorker podcaster Ben Manalowitz played by B.J. Novak, who also wrote and helmed his feature directorial debut.Issa (born Jo-Issa Rae Diop) looked elegant in a black-lace overlay creation and strappy stilettos selected by stylist Reginald Reisman.