controversy: Last News

Morgan Wallen won Album Of The Year at last night’s Academy of Country Music Awards (March 7) a year after he was suspended by his record label for using a racial slur.Wallen sparked controversy back in February 2021 after footage of him yelling a racial slur outside his home in Nashville surfaced. After issuing an apology, he was subsequently dropped by a number of radio stations and temporarily suspended from his label, Big Loud.Wallen was also barred from attending and being nominated at last year’s ACM Awards, while he was banned from attending November’s CMA Awards despite being nominated.Despite this, sales of Wallen’s album ‘Dangerous’ surged in the US and he maintained the Number One spot on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart in the US for a record-breaking 10 weeks.Wallen’s January 2021-released ‘Dangerous: The Double Album’, which was released via Big Loud and Republic Records, won Album Of The Year at last night’s ceremony at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.And ACM Album of the Year goes to… Dangerous: The Double Album by @MorganWallen! #ACMawards pic.twitter.com/4AcbMY0Zyf— ACM Awards (@ACMawards) March 8, 2022Wallen did not address the racism controversy directly during his acceptance speech at the ACM Awards, but he did thank those who had “shown me grace along the way”.While Wallen’s victory in the category was celebrated by his fans, the ACM Awards was also criticised online for their decision to award the singer with the honour.

Morgan Wallen won big at the Academy of Country Music Awards Monday night. The 28-year-old singer took home the Album of the Year Award for, one year after his major controversy.Wallen, who was nominated for four ACM awards Monday, was banned from the academy's 2021 show after he was caught on camera using a racial slur.

Red carpet ready. Morgan Wallen returned to the 2022 ACM Awards after previously being barred from attending in the wake of his N-word scandal.

Water under the bridge? Kanye West sparked speculation that he is on better terms with Larsa Pippen after the rapper showed his support for Kim Kardashian‘s former friend — and fans have questions.

Kanye 'Ye' West defended his work and shared his interpretation of what art means in an Instagram post on Sunday.The 44-year-old rapper posted an image of a church on fire from his recent video for the track Eazy, which garnered controversy after the Claymation clip depicted him committing violent acts against a character resembling Pete Davidson, 28, who is dating his ex-wife Kim Kardashian, 41.'Art is therapy just like this view,' West captioned the post. 'Art is protected as freedom of speech.

Defending his art. Kanye West said he didn’t mean any harm with his “Eazy” music video.

Gogglebox has had its fair share of controversial moments over the years.The Channel 4 series first hit our screens back in 2013.Over the past nine years, fans have been welcomed into the homes of the arm chair critics as they offer their honest views on the latest shows on telly.While the programme often provides some well-needed laughs, it isn't always all fun and games.The show often covers some controversial topics.At times, fans have found themselves switching off due to the ranging opinions of the families and friends who make up the cast of the show.Daily Star have taken a look at some of the most complained about Gogglebox moments that have made their way to TV regulator Ofcom over the years. Viewers were left outraged when Gogglebox aired scenes from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's famed tell-all Oprah Winfrey interview.The offending segment saw Harry discuss with Oprah how there had been suggestions by the palace that Meghan make a return to acting in order to pay for their security detail.

It was one of the great miscarriages of justice in boxing.Far from the worst decision ever seen, but one which just felt like it had ruined so much.Jack Catterall was robbed of becoming undisputed light-welterweight champion against Josh Taylor last weekend.But it wasn’t just the four belts he was denied taking home, it was the moment.It won’t happen but, even if the result was to be overturned and the Chorley challenger was given the WBA, IBF, WBO and IBF titles, it would never be the same.His crowning glory should have come in the ring at the Hydro in Glasgow, not over an email in the coming weeks.But that’s gone forever now. Even if Catterall goes on to win a world title in the ring, it’s unlikely to match what would have been last weekend.Upsetting the big favourite, ending an unbeaten run and beating the undisputed best in the division - that’s how you become a champion.With Taylor now moving up, Catterall’s chance may now come for a vacant title against someone we haven’t really heard of on these shores.It will still be great for Catterall, who has devoted his life to the sport, but it won’t be as special.Sadly that was taken away from him by Ian John-Lewis and Victor Loughlin, who somehow scored the fight in favour of Taylor.Let’s not forget that despite keeping his belts and unbeaten record, Taylor is also a victim here.He has wrongly been abused for the last seven days for something he didn’t do.

Freddie Gibbs has said that he doesn’t think Joe Rogan is a racist despite the podcaster using the N-word dozens of times in previous episodes.The rapper appeared on The Joe Rogan Experience on Tuesday (March 1) and made it clear that, while white people shouldn’t use the word and Rogan was wrong to have done so, he doesn’t believe that the broadcaster is in fact racist.“You can’t say that shit, Joe,” Gibbs told Rogan during the episode. “’Cause you pissed n****s off when you did that compilation. It was funny as fuck, though.

William Earl Variety will shine a spotlight on the controversy over changes to this year’s Academy Awards telecast with a virtual panel featuring Oscar winners and current nominees in the award categories that will be removed from the live telecast.“Variety Artisans: Special Report” will be available for viewing Friday, March 4 on Variety.com. Moderated by Jazz Tangcay, Senior Artisans Editor for Variety, the lineup features past Oscar winners and current nominees in the eight craft- and technology-focused categories that will no longer be presented live as part of ABC’s March 27 telecast of the 94th Academy Awards.“Variety pioneered deep coverage of the artisans of the entertainment world back in the 1990s.

Awards season just loves drama, doesn’t it? After months of barely a peep of any real controversy, the past few weeks have seen both the Academy and – sorry, checking my notes – ah, yes, Sam Elliott come under fire. And, in the biggest surprise of all, the latter’s unexpected comments have a shot at affecting a seemingly tight Best Picture race (maybe).

Jake Paul has offered a radical solution to fix any controversial decisions with judges in boxing.Like many the YouTuber shared his thoughts on Josh Taylor’s contentious win over Jack Catterall over the weekend.Despite the Scotsman being knocked down in the eighth round and utterly dominated by the Englishman, two out of three judges ruled in his favour and the 32-year-old kept hold of his super-lightweight world titles by the skin of his teeth.And now YouTube star Paul, 24, who has amassed a 5-0 record in the ring, has offered his own solution to the problem. "I think there should be six boxing judges for title fights," he wrote on Twitter .Do you think Jack Catterall was robbed? Let us know in the comments section."Three pairs of two [and] each pair has to agree on the same score at the end of the round."If they don’t they briefly debate their reasoning, almost like a jury system.

Elizabeth Gutiérrez breaks her silence. The actress discussed the situation she’s going through with William Levy, her partner of almost 20 years. Through social media, Elizabeth shared a message, making it clear that she wishes only the best towards the father of her children and that only the two of them know the truth in their longterm relationship.

Gary Neville has taken the chance to call out the owners of Manchester United and Manchester City following the controversy surrounding Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich.

Peter Andre is a happy dad-of-four.Earlier this month, the Mysterious Girl singer, 48, shared a rare snap of his children all together while celebrating a meal out with his brood and wife Emily MacDonagh, 32, for Valentine's Day.He captioned the post: "My perfect Valentines evening @dr_emily_official @officialjunior_andre @officialprincess_andre #Amelia #Theo #family."The I'm A Celeb alum shares his 16-year-old son Junior and 14-year-old daughter Princess with his ex wife, Katie Price.Peter and Emily also share two children together - Amelia, eight, and Theodore, five – who they try and keep out of the spotlight.So, what are his kids up to now?Junior Andre is the eldest of the Andre children.The teen, who is the second-born son of Katie Price and Peter's eldest child, was born in June 2005.Following in his famous father's footsteps, Junior announced last summer that he had signed a major record deal with Columbia Records.Announcing the exciting news to fans on Instagram, Junior wrote: "My dad took me to the studio six months ago and got me in the booth at @rebelrecs. "Since then, I have secretly been working on a massive project, and not long ago got a call saying @columbiauk want to sign me!"I would just like to say thank you to the team @rebelrecs alongside my dad who have helped develop me into an artist.

A column chronicling conversations and events on the awards circuit.

Piers Morgan found himself up against opposition over comments that President Biden had smirked while commenting to journalists about the invasion of Ukraine.

For more of the latest showbiz news from Daily Star, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here.

Clayton Davis Details of this year’s upcoming Oscars telecast are emerging following a Wednesday meeting between the Academy and representatives for the studios and talent publicists.On Tuesday, it was announced that several major categories will not be presented on the air during the live telecast. Instead, in an effort to present a more streamlined and television-friendly broadcast, eight honors will be awarded one hour before the on-camera portion, and then later edited into the March 27 ceremony.The reaction to the Oscars’ new format was met with strong reactions from the industry.

Speaking her peace. Priyanka Chopra Jonas spoke out about her “awkward” run-in with Rosie O’Donnell — and the comedian’s uncomfortable apology that followed.

Hilary Duff has no time for the mommy shamers after coming under fire over her daughter’s car seat.