Kevin Costner has co-starred opposite a long-list of Hollywood icons, but none of them had an impact on him the way the late Whitney Houston did. The two starred opposite each other in the 1992 released romantic drama ‘The Bodyguard’, which became one of the biggest hits of the year and gave Houston her trademark … “Kevin Costner Remembers Whitney Houston At Pre-Grammy Party, “We could not protect our beloved””
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Diddy Helped Pay For Friend and Fellow Rapper Black Rob’s Funeral
Robert Ross, known by his rap-name – Black Rob, a voice behind hits like – “Whoa!” and “Can I Live” passed away on Saturday in Atlanta at the age of 52. Rob passed away at Grady Memorial Hospital and the cause of his death was listed as ‘cardiac arrest.’ As his sudden demise shook the … “Diddy Helped Pay For Friend and Fellow Rapper Black Rob’s Funeral”
Jennifer Hudson, Celine Dion, Patti LaBelle & More Come Together To Tribute Aretha Franklin
The recording academy’s way to pay homage to one of its greatest voices was as spectacular as you’d imagine it to be. Nearly 7 months after her passing, Aretha Franklin was remembered fondly as some of the biggest voices in popular music came together to sing her classic tunes and pay homage to the late … “Jennifer Hudson, Celine Dion, Patti LaBelle & More Come Together To Tribute Aretha Franklin”
Diddy Held a Private Memorial For Kim Porter, Now Plans An Elaborate Homegoing Service!
P. Diddy is remembering the late mother of his 3 kids, Kim Porter – in every which way he can. The rap mogul, who recently broke his silence after the untimely passing of Porter, calling her “more than his soulmate”, held a private memorial service for the former model at his Bel-Air home on Sunday. … “Diddy Held a Private Memorial For Kim Porter, Now Plans An Elaborate Homegoing Service!”
Watch: Ariana Grande delivers a powerful rendition of ‘Natural Woman’ at Aretha Franklin funeral
Ariana Grande was one of the select-few A-listers who were due to perform at Aretha Franklin’s Friday funeral service, and she delivered quite a show. Grande, who cites Franklin as one of her many vocal inspirations, chose to perform her memorable classic ‘Natural Woman’ and belted out to a crowd which included the likes of … “Watch: Ariana Grande delivers a powerful rendition of ‘Natural Woman’ at Aretha Franklin funeral”
Gladys Knight Reveals She ‘Had the same disease as Aretha Franklin’
Gladys Knight – one of the many seasoned divas paying tribute to the late Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin – has revealed that she too struggled from the ‘same disease’ that the late songstress suffered from. Aretha passed away, at the age of 76, after a long battle with Pancreatic Cancer – something she was … “Gladys Knight Reveals She ‘Had the same disease as Aretha Franklin’”
Watch: Patti LaBelle performs ‘You Are My Friend’ for Aretha Franklin
Aretha Franklin’s pre-funeral memorial concert in Detroit was a star-studded affair. The event took place on Thursday and saw stars like Gladys Knight, The Four Tops and Johnny Gill pay homage to the late songstress. Patti LaBelle – who’s been in the music business for as long as Franklin herself, took the stage for a show-stopping (like most Patti … “Watch: Patti LaBelle performs ‘You Are My Friend’ for Aretha Franklin”