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Keke Palmer is launching her own digital network. The 29-year-old actress has taken to social media to announce that she's launching KeyTV, with the ambition of showcasing a "new generation of creators". The Hollywood star - whose real name is Lauren - said in an Instagram video: "Hi, I'm Lauren Palmer and this is Keke Palmer, the brand I created 20 years ago, all the way back in Illinois with my mom.

Keke Palmer is adding a new role to her long list of titles — network creator! On Friday, the actress revealed that she's launching her own digital network called KeyTV, aiming to spotlight «a new generation of creators.»In a post shared to the 29-year-old's social media accounts, Palmer introduced the world to KeyTV by reintroducing herself.«Hi, I'm Lauren Palmer and this is Keke Palmer, the brand I created 20 years ago, all the way back in Illinois with my mom,» the 2022 TIME100 Next honoree says. «In those 20 years, I learned how to be a few things.»Palmer walks us through her career journey in a few scenes, explaining how she has made a name for herself as an actress, a singer, a writer, a director and the one role she considers the most important of them all -- a collaborator.«I want to share everything I learned with you, because this is my greatest dream of all,» she continues as she sits in a director's chair. «All it takes is one of us to unlock a door to unlock a million doors for each other.

George and Amal Clooney played host at the Clooney Foundation For Justice Inaugural Albie Awards at the New York Public Library in New York City on Thursday.The awards, which honor people who have devoted their lives to justice, were named after Justice Albie Sachs, a lawyer and former judge who was imprisoned for his fight to end apartheid in South Africa. Cindy Crawford and husband Rande Gerber, whose been a longtime friend and business associate of the acclaimed actor and director, were among the celebrities to show off their impeccable fashion sense while lending their support to the cause. Show of support: Rande Gerber, 60, and wife Cindy Crawford, 56, showed off their chemistry when they attended the Clooney Foundation For Justice Inaugural Albie Awards at New York Public Library in New York City on ThursdayDressed to the nines, the couple also showed off their undeniable chemistry when they hit the red carpet ahead of the event.Crawford, 56, showed off her fab figure in a shiny black gown that criss-crossed around the neck while hugging her toned curves.

Rapper Coolio has passed away on Wednesday at the age of 59. The musician - famous for his 'Gangsta's Paradise' song on the soundtrack of the Michelle Pfeiffer film, Dangerous Minds - was visiting a friend on Wednesday afternoon when he was found dead according to TMZ. The star's manager, Jarez, shared that Coolio was found unresponsive on a bathroom floor, with the paramedics suspecting he suffered cardiac arrest. Gone too soon: Rapper Coolio has passed away on Wednesday at the age of 59; Pictured 2016The publication reported that the EMTs pronounced Coolio dead on the scene. An official cause of death has not been determined.  He is survived by his six children and ex-wife, Josefa Salina, whom he married in 1996.

There is a tragic update on the horrific incident involving the 3-year-old Illinois boy whose aunt allegedly threw him into Lake Michigan.

Finding her way. Deepti Vempati revealed how she really feels about Kyle Abrams finding love so soon after their split.

A TikTok user who has declared themselves a ''time traveller' on the social media app has now issued warnings about five huge events they claim will occur at some point between now and the start of 2023. These extravagant claims uploaded onto the popular social media app by @timevoyaging range from unearthing T rex eggs and dragons to a global ''purge'', the Daily Star reports.

Blackpink has made history following the launch of their second album Born Pink. The South Korean girl group made up of four members, Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé and Lisa, topped the album charts with their latest release.

Can’t help falling in love! Bachelorette star Gabby Windey’s fiancé Erich Schwer visited her during rehearsal for Dancing With the Stars ahead of her Elvis Night performance.

Flying high! Peter Weber and Kelley Flanagan are “full-on back together,” a source exclusively tells Us Weekly.

Karol G is performing across the United States with her $trip Love Tour. Over the weekend, the “Bichota” singer, who is also promoting her album, KG0516, touched down at the FTX Arena in Miami, FL, to share with fans a memorable night filled with music and good entertainment.However, the fun was slightly interrupted when Karol took a tumble while the crowd gasped. Although the Colombian superstar didn’t get injured, she stepped on an unsecured part of the stage and promptly recovered.

Emmy-nominated producer Dale McRaven - who created Perfect Strangers and Mork & Mindy - died on September 5 at age 83.Dale - born on an Illinois farm - passed away due to complications from lung cancer at his Porter Ranch home in Los Angeles, according to THR.McRaven also created ABC sitcoms The Texas Wheelers and Angie as well as writing for CBS' The Dick Van Dyke Show, NBC's The Joey Bishop Show, and ABC's The Partridge Family.

Jenny McCarthy has forged a successful career for herself over the last two decades and is happily married to Blue Bloods actor Donnie Wahlberg – but she's not the only star in her family.READ: Jenny McCarthy and Donnie Wahlberg heartbroken after family deathThe Masked Singer judge is related to none other than Hollywood A-lister Melissa McCarthy! Despite the two women sharing the same surname, many fans are unaware of their family connection because they don't make public appearances together.WATCH: Nicole Scherzinger dazzles in red hot dress on The Masked SingerAccording to Melissa, she and her cousin live in "opposite worlds", but it was, in fact, Jenny who got the Ghostbusters star her first acting job with a cameo on MTV's sketch series, The Jenny McCarthy Show.Melissa went on to find fame as Sookie St. James on Gilmore Girls and has starred in a string of blockbuster hits ever since, including 2011's Bridesmaids – which she won her first Oscar nomination for – and 2018's Can You Ever Forgive Me, which earned her a second Oscar nomination.SEE: Inside Jenny McCarthy and Donnie Wahlberg's impressive Illinois homeMORE: Melissa McCarthy's luxurious kitchen will leave you speechlessJenny has enjoyed success on the smaller screen, winning a new legion of fans thanks to her roles on The View and The Masked Singer.

Kanye West has revealed that he plans to continue his career in politics, backing up recent buzz that he’ll be running for President of the United States – again – in 2024.This week saw West sit down for an interview with ABC’s Linsey Davis, delivering a 30-minute interview for an exclusive report dubbed ‘A Conversation With Ye’. In it, he opened up about his relationship with his children, his recent Yeezy brand dramas with Gap and Adidas (and subsequent decision to go solo), his newly opened private school and his fraught relationship with ex-wife Kim Kardashian.At one point in the lengthy chat, conversation turned to West’s failed run for President in 2020.

David Muir couldn't be prouder of his friend Kelly Ripa as she gears up for the release of her first book, Live Wire: Long-Winded Short Stories.MORE: David Muir pays tribute to co-stars and team during royal assignmentThe World News Tonight anchor has frequently shown his excitement for her big achievement, and of course, received a special advance copy of his own.VIDEO: Kelly Ripa and David Muir's friendshipWhile the book officially comes out on 27 September, David was sure to flex his early copy and show it around the world.He took to his Instagram Stories to share a photograph of himself out enjoying dinner, and in his hand was Kelly's book.MORE: Who is David Muir's 'cool' older sister Rebecca? - All we know"Brought you to dinner @kellyripa," he wrote, sporting a cheeky grin, and Kelly returned the favor by sharing it on her own Stories by saying that she was missing him.David has consistently been supportive of his close friend as she makes her debut in the publishing world with her candid release.

Keeping it civil. Kanye West apologized to Kim Kardashian in the midst of their high-profile divorce — showing remorse for any pain he’s caused her in the past. 

Start gathering the roses! The Bachelorette’s Zach Shallcross has officially been announced as season 27’s Bachelor.

Vic Mensa donated $10,000 (£8,779) in fuel and also gave away some pre-rolled weed joints to Chicago residents earlier this month.The Chicago rapper visited his Southside neighbourhood over the recent Labour Day weekend (September 3-5) to promote his new cannabis business, 93 Boyz, with plenty of freebies for unsuspecting locals.According to a press release [via HipHopDX], Mensa helped fuel approximately 200 vehicles at a local BP gas station and handed out a pocket-full of pre-rolled cannabis joints.In a video clip shared by TMZ, an emotional woman is seen telling Mensa that she showed up at a pump with $5 (£4.39) and was worried that she wouldn’t be able to buy enough fuel to get her granddaughter to work.A post shared by @vicmensaMensa founded 93 Boyz, which is Chicago’s first Black-owned cannabis business, over the summer.Cannabis has been legal in the state of Illinois since January 2020 and as part of the brand’s mission the company will continue performing acts of charity for inner city minorities.“The brand was founded by Chicago-born musician and activist Vic Mensa with a vision of lifting up the neighbourhoods around him while lifting spirits across the state. That vision paired with the heaviest, headiest gas available anywhere is what fuels 93 Boyz today,” a statement on the company website reads.Elsewhere, Mensa recently joined forced with Chance The Rapper to launch a music festival in Ghana.The Chicago rappers are set to launch The Black Star Line Festival on January 6, 2023 in Accra, Ghana’s Black Star Square.“Everything we’re doing is with the goal of uniting and building a bridge between black people of the diaspora and the globe, with the continent,” Mensa previously said.

Advice from the best! Gabby Windey revealed that she’s gotten a few tips from two former Bachelorettes who’ve also competed on — and won — Dancing With the Stars: Kaitlyn Bristowe and Hannah Brown.

Moving forward. Love Is Blind’s star Kyle Abrams revealed that he and Deepti Vempati have called it quits after confirming their romance on Love Is Blind: After the Alter — and he’s since found a new love.

Vic Mensa made a $10,000 donation to fuel 200 cars with gas at a station on Chicago's Southside earlier this month in a promotion for 93 Boyz, his new cannabis company.The 29-year-old rapper also distributed pre-rolled marijuana cigarettes at the promotional event in Chicago, TMZ reported, for the company which he says is the first Black-owned establishment of its kind in the Windy City.A woman who benefited from Mensa's generosity wept as she told him how she was grateful for the relief at the pump. The latest: Vic Mensa, 29, made a $10,000 donation to fuel 200 cars with gas at a station on Chicago's Southside earlier this month in a promotion for 93 Boyz. He was snapped last year in NYC 'I don’t know how I'm gonna get no gas to take you to work,' the woman said.