• Mon, December 30, 2024

by: News24

'A little giant has fallen:' Tributes pour in for Dada Masilo, a visionary in dance

Acclaimed South African dancer and choreographer Dada Masilo died on Sunday 29 December, after a brief illness. She was 39 years old.

by: Forbes

Elton John Reaches A New Career Peak With One Of Today's Biggest Stars

Elton John and Ed Sheeran's "Merry Christmas" brings both musicians to a new career peak on Billboard's Holiday Streaming Songs chart this week.

by: LADbible

Justin Baldoni's lawyer speaks out following claims of countersuit against It Ends With Us co-star Blake Lively

Bryan Freedman, the lawyer for It Ends With Us star Justin Baldoni, has addressed claims that the actor is set to file a countersuit against Blake Lively.

by: Wired

In 2024, Fandom Conquered the World

The bit was played for laughs, but in 2024, the actions of fans—to each other, to the people they're fans of, to the world at large—entered a whole new phase. More than half a century after John Lennon observed that the Beatles were more popular than Jesus,

by: CNN

Kristin Cavallari offers up NSFW details about her romance with Morgan Wallen

We now know (quite a bit) more about that whole Kristin Cavallari and Morgan Wallen situationship. During a newly streamed episode of Bunnie XO's "Dumb Blonde" podcast, Cavallari shared some details about her involvement with the country superstar.

by: PEP

Meet the first-ever PEP Crew

This December, PEP proudly introduces the first-ever batch of the PEP Crew! These individuals hail from various backgrounds, and each member brings a unique perspective to the table, exploring entertainment, lifestyle, beauty, fashion, pop culture, and creativity in fresh, vibrant ways.

by: briefly

Lerato Kganyago Announces Buying Mall With Husband, Mzansi Grows Suspicious: "We Will Be There"

Lerato Kganyago revealed that she and her husband were expanding their business after buying several buildings and a mall, and her announcement raised suspicion.

by: Newsweek

Bruce Willis' Wife Admits She Feels 'Anger and Grief' Amid His Health Struggles

The mom of two recently admitted she feels both 'anger and grief' amid the 'Die Hard' actor's health struggles.

by: legit

Burna Boy vs Davido: Fans Unearth Old Video of Bred Accusing ODG of Running After Him and His Cousin

Singer Bred and cousin of Afrobeats singer Davido spurred reactions online after he shared their first encounter with their colleague Burna Boy in Port Harcourt.

by: Newsweek

Kylie Jenner Shares Surprise Transformation That Only Lasted 24 Hours

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by: CNN

The best, weirdest and wildest pop culture moments of 2024

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by: legit

Peller Meets With Wizkid's Replica, Shares Singer's Impact on Him, Video Trends: "Low Budget Popsy"

Peller rejoiced as he met with Wizkid's replica. He admired his jewellery and noted that his life has become better as he met with the Grammy award-winner.

by: Yahoo

Netflix announced a slate of new shows for 2025. These are the 17 we're most excited about.

Netflix's list of new shows for 2025 includes the latest Harlan Coben thriller and a true crime series about a controversial influencer.

by: Variety

2024 Lookback: A Watershed Year for Generative AI in Hollywood

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by: Yahoo

Woah Vicky Admits to Faking Nigeria Kidnapping Story: "I Was Just Bored, Having Fun"

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by: MSN

Oisin O'Neill Left 'Southern Hospitality' After Two Seasons, and He Probably Won't Be Back

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by: MSN

What did Abigail Breslin say about Blake Lively's lawsuit against Justin Baldoni? Actress compares it to her situation with Aaron Eckhart

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by: MSN

Counting down the five biggest streaming stories of 2024

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by: MSN

Will Ferrell stuns NHL fans with disheveled Buddy the Elf costume at LA Kings game

Will Ferrell stuns NHL fans with disheveled Buddy the Elf costume at LA Kings game - Ferrell attended the latest NHL game between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Los Angeles Kings in his iconic 'Elf'

by: MSN

I love 4K Blu-ray and although 2024 was a rollercoaster year to be a fan, I'm hopeful for 2025

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by: MSN

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Kaley Cuoco's relationship with Tom Pelphrey is her third engagement, but that's only one of the red flags that our professional love coach pointed out.

by: MSN

From Diddy's downfall to Ben Affleck-Jennifer Lopez breakup, a look at top Hollywood controversies

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by: MSN

Lady Du defends Kairo Forbes after massive backlash over her latest gig: "She's been through a lot"

Lady Du has taken to social media to defend Kairo Forbes after she faced backlash over her Ackermans promotion. Some fans said she doesn't deserve it.

by: MSN

What happened between Woah Vicky and John Gabbana? All we know as Instagram model allegedly faked kidnapping in Nigeria

Social media influencer Woah Vicky has once again found herself in hot water after confessing to faking a kidnapping story during her recent trip to Nigeria.

by: MSN

MTSU Mondays: Top stories of '24: New programs, Grammys, renovations, more

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by: MSN

Pushpa 2 Box Office Collection Day 26: Allu Arjun starrer earns ?2,36 crore; check total revenue

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

PICTURES: Lerato Kganyago reveals her multimillionaire husband's face

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Some cheer and toast to welcome the New Year. In Taiwan, people cry their eyes out

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Fans react hilariously as Bowen Yang shares a new photo with Ariana Grande

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'A little giant has fallen:' Tributes pour in for Dada Masilo, a visionary in dance

Acclaimed South African dancer and choreographer Dada Masilo died on Sunday 29 December, after a brief illness. She was 39 years old.
The article from News24 reports on the passing of Dada Masilo, a celebrated South African dancer and choreographer known for her innovative fusion of contemporary dance with traditional African forms. Masilo, who passed away at the age of 40, was remembered for her groundbreaking work that often reimagined classical ballets through an African lens, incorporating elements like Tswana dance into her performances. Tributes from across the arts community highlighted her as a visionary who not only pushed the boundaries of dance but also inspired many with her creativity and dedication. Her death was described as a significant loss to the dance world, with many expressing their condolences and celebrating her contributions to both local and international dance scenes. Masilo's work was noted for its emotional depth, technical prowess, and its role in promoting African dance on global stages.

Read the Full News24 Article at:
https://www.news24.com/life/arts-and-entertainment/arts/a-little-giant-has-fallen-tributes-pour-in-for-dada-masilo-a-visionary-in-dance-20241230

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