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Janet Jackson's outing at the Essence Festival of Culture at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans Saturday was briefly hampered by technical issues, but she continued to perform.Audio during the 56-year-old singer's set cut out during her outing, TMZ reported on Sunday, but she was able to continue with her hourlong-plus set after the technical glitch.The Grammy-winning artist nearly sold out the venue, which had 48,500 available tickets for Saturday, according to NOLA.com. The latest:Janet Jackson's outing at the Essence Festival of Culture at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans was briefly hampered with technical issues, but she continued to performJackson, who was flanked by four male dancers on stage, opened up her set with the song Feedback and rattled off classics including What Have You Done For Me Lately, Control, Nasty and That’s the Way Love Goes.She also performed the tracks Funny How Time Flies (When You're Having Fun), I Get Lonely and Together Again, which in past festivals she had dedicated to her late relatives, brother Michael Jackson (in 2010) and father Joe Jackson (in 2018).

Thania Garcia Ms. Lauryn Hill reunited with Wyclef Jean at the Essence Festival in New Orleans Friday evening for a surprise performance of four Fugees songs.

Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean teamed up for a very special performance at the 2022 Essence Festival.

Lauryn Hill made a surprise guest appearance during Wyclef Jean‘s set at Essence festival on Friday night (July 1), joining him to perform four Fugees songs.Hill appeared about half an hour into Jean’s set at the New Orleans event, with the two launching into their famous cover of Lori Lieberman’s ‘Killing Me Softly With His Song’, ‘How Many Mics’, ‘Fu-Gee-La’ and ‘Ready Or Not’. Check out some fan-shot footage of the performance below.Fugees is the outfit that Hill, Jean and Pras Michel formed in the early ’90s.

Issa Rae looked her best as she spoke onstage atthe 2022 Essence Festival of Culture.For the first day of the New Orleans-based event, the TV writer and actress wore an orange three-piece set.The Insecure alum, 37, showed off her cleavage in a triangle bikini top, trousers, and a matching shirt. Appearance:Issa Rae looked her best as she spoke onstage at the 2022 Essence Festival of Culture on FridayThe Los Angeles-born star wore her dark brown hair up in a sleek and textured bun positions atop her head.She beamed at the event, complementing her fuss-free hairstyle with large hoop earrings.

Jordana Brewster rocked an orange string bikini while celebrating the Fourth of July weekend at the beach in Santa Monica, two days after her ex-husbandAndrew Form tied the knot with Alexandra Daddario.Following the news that her former spouse exchanged vows with the 36-year-old White Lotus in New Orleans, theFast and Furious star, 42, was seen going for a dip in the ocean and playing with her dog.In addition to flaunting her incredibly toned physique, the mother-of-two flashed her massive engagement ring on her left ring finger, which she received from fiancé Mason Morfit last September after just over a year of dating. Looking good! Jordana Brewster rocked an orange sting bikini while celebrating the Fourth of July weekend at the beach in Santa Monica, less than 24 hours after her ex-husband Andrew Form tied the knot with Alexandra DaddarioFor her sun-soaked trip to the beach,Brewster rocked a pair of black shades, a gold watch and several layered necklaces included a bluecrystal pendant.

The Fugees and Nas, headliner Nicki Minaj reigned over the 2022 ESSENCE Festival of Culture concert main stage with an hour-long set filled with everything from her chart-topping smash hits to her fan-favorite classics as she made her highly-anticipated return.This was Nicki’s first-ever appearance on the ESSENCE stage, and she surely exceeded fans’ expectations as they packed out New Orleans’ Caesar’s Superdome on Friday night. After about 45 minutes of anticipation, the stadium lights dimmed as Terrence J announced the Queen’s arrival.

Lori Harvey showed off her trim stomach in a revealing denim ensemble on the red carpet of the2022 Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans on Friday.The 25-year-old model wore a pale gray denim crop top jacket that showed off her slim stomach and a matching pair of jeans to the event.She stood on purple high heels and donned matching purple and black headwear as well. Denim outfit:Lori Harvey showed off her slim stomach in a revealing denim ensemble on the red carpet of the 2022 Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans FridayShe accessorized with a small black purse she held in her right hand.

Captain Jack is back!

Splash Mountain will be transformed into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, with the reconceived attraction set to open at Disneyland and Disney World in late 2024.

Alexandra Daddario has tied the knot withfiancéAndrew Form in a romantic New Orleans wedding.The White Lotus star, 36, and the producer, 53, said 'I do' in a romantic ceremony at the iconic Preservation Hall, less than one year after getting engaged.The couple shared their wedding photos with Vogue and on Instagram, with the actress revealing that they were 'trying to achieve a laid-back aesthetic.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by alexandra daddario (@alexandradaddario) 'We loved the look of Preservation Hall—it was so old, so historic, it lets its age and "flaws" show,' she said, and added that they 'wanted it to be about music, drinking, and authentic New Orleans.' The snaps featured Alexandra looking gorgeous in a stunning vintage-inspired Danielle Frankel pleated gown withflowers embroidered throughout.The Songbird actress wore her brunette tresses pinned back in a chic updo, and looked glam as ever with bronze eyeshadow and a dark red lip. View this post on Instagram A post shared by alexandra daddario (@alexandradaddario) Just married! Alexandra Daddario has tied the knot with fiancé Andrew Form in a romantic New Orleans wedding at Preservation Hall,less than one year after getting engaged; Pictured 2021 She accessorized with a long veil - which was also embroidered with flowers - as well as a stylish white lace umbrella.

Thania Garcia Mark L. Perthel, vice president of Ambassador Theatre Group’s North American music division, died on June 24 at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, the company has confirmed to Variety.

Janet Jackson is getting ready to headline 's annual music festival in New Orleans on Saturday, and she took fans behind the scenes of a dance rehearsal that's reminding us all of how limber the pop legend truly is.

Love in the Big Easy! Alexandra Daddario and Andrew Form got married during a low-key ceremony in New Orleans. The “White Lotus” actress and the producer said their “I dos” over the weekend, in front of close family and friends.

Alexandra Daddario and Andrew Form got married during a low-key ceremony in New Orleans. The actress and the producer said their “I dos” over the weekend, in front of close family and friends. According to, Daddario, 36, said that she wanted to have the wedding in Italy, but opted for New Orleans, after attending a friend’s wedding in the city.

Alexandra Daddario and Andrew Form got married during a low-key ceremony in New Orleans. The actress and the producer said their “I dos” over the weekend, in front of close family and friends. According to, Daddario, 36, said that she wanted to have the wedding in Italy, but opted for New Orleans, after attending a friend’s wedding in the city.

Rolling Stones in Milan, Italy. She took it, but, somehow, the other shoe dropped — the gig appears to have resulted in Haynes getting fired from her dream role of portraying Tina Turner in London's West End musical.In an interview with, the New Orleans native told the venerable magazine that she was canned from the  musical and barred from completing the final three shows shortly after accepting a last-minute invitation from The Stones to fly from London to Milan to replace backup singer, Sasha Allen, who had to bow out due to an unspecified reason. «Gimme Shelter» has been a staple in the Rolling Stones' setlist for decades now, and a duet between Mick Jagger and Allen. The band was told about Haynes, and after watching some of her past performances the band wondered if she could fly up to Italy, stat.«I can't say exactly when I got the call because I don't want to give timelines,» she told.

Trafalgar , has reported a big spike in people searching for trips to the Deep South, the birthplace of Elvis Presley, with fascination growing about his humble beginnings and unprecedented rise to superstardom. The operator has now revealed a definitive list of the top five ways to experience Elvis Presley in real-life - all of which come with a guaranteed slice of rock & roll. Tastes and Sounds of the South | 10 Day USA Food Tour of Nashville, Memphis & New Orleans There is no greater Elvis experience than a trip to the Deep South with Trafalgar, for a little jazz, home cookin' from local Southerners, country music, and a whole lot of Rock 'n' Roll on this inspiring American South tour showcasing the rich culture of Memphis, Nashville, Natchez, and New Orleans, plus a trip to Elvis’ iconic Graceland.

Singer Chanel Haynes says she was fired from the Tina Turner musical Tina on London's West End, after an impromptu performance with the Rolling Stones in Milan, Italy.The New Orleans-born entertainer told the outlet Rolling Stone that her employment with the musical was terminated, and she was kept off its final three shows, after accepting the last-minute invite from the iconic band to sing the classic Gimme Shelter at San Siro Stadium in Milan June 21, a night the musical was running.The outlet noted that Haynes' chance to take the stage with the band was a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity - alongside a good chance to cede the stage to her understudy - even though it would eventually cost her her' job in the Tina musical. The latest:Singer Chanel Haynes says she was fired from the Tina Turner musical Tina on London's West End, after an impromptu performance with the Rolling Stones in Milan, ItalyThe Grammy-nominated performer was filing in for regular Gimme Shelter singer Sasha Allen, who was unable to perform at the show, and the band was familiar with her work and asked her to perform.'I can't say exactly when I got the call because I don't want to give timelines,' Haynes said, adding that 'that there was very little notice' from the band when asking to perform.

Rolling Stones in Milan, Italy. She took it, but, somehow, the other shoe dropped — the gig appears to have resulted in Haynes getting fired from her dream role of portraying Tina Turner in London's West End musical.In an interview with, the New Orleans native told the venerable magazine that she was canned from the  musical and barred from completing the final three shows shortly after accepting a last-minute invitation from The Stones to fly from London to Milan to replace backup singer, Sasha Allen, who had to bow out due to an unspecified reason. «Gimme Shelter» has been a staple in the Rolling Stones' setlist for decades now, and a duet between Mick Jagger and Allen. The band was told about Haynes, and after watching some of her past performances the band wondered if she could fly up to Italy, stat.«I can't say exactly when I got the call because I don't want to give timelines,» she told.

Beloved by the queer community,  Kim Cattrall has joined the inclusive cast of Peacock’s Queer as Folk reboot, playing a “martini-soaked, high-society Southern debutante “who has roots in a poverty-stricken trailer park. The Sex and the City actress plays the adoptive mother of queer characters Brodie (Devin Way) and Julian (Ryan O’Connell) in Queer as Folk. The character was written specifically with Cattrall in mind. Canadian writer and director Stephen Dunn said that he wanted Cattrall to play Brenda before he knew what And Just Like That… (sequel to Sex and the City) was, praising her for her acting skills and immediate engagement in taking this role on. One of Cattrall’s on-screen sons, O’Connell added that viewers should get ready because the “last four episodes of the show are insane” where her storyline takes a “really fun turn.” Cattrall took part in her first non-binary love scene in the Queer as Folk reboot and used an intimacy coach to help during the filming of these scenes. Dunn applauded her ability to be open throughout the dialogue on LGBT+ issues and relationships, stating that she was “so dialled into the character’s learning curve around queerness”. “She’s been such an ally, she really understands the queer community in this way, and she understood how her character strangely fit into this queer family.