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Thursday, June 15, 2017
America"s Got Talent Reacts to Death of Brandon Rogers
America’s Got Talent has issued a statement in the wake of a tragedy.
Earlier this week, Dr. Brandon Rogers was killed in a car accident, passing away at the very young age of 29.
The aspiring singer had been featured on an episode of the NBC reality series that has not yet aired, reportedly blowing the judges and the audience away with his vocals.
On Wednesday, four days after the crash took place and a day after the awful news broke, those behind America’s Got Talent acknowledged the death as follows:
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Dr. Brandon Rogers, who graced the America’s Got Talent stage as a contestant.
“Our thoughts are with his family.”
Rogers graduated from medical school in 2015 and was dedicated to his life as a doctor, friends and loved has explained this week.
However, he dabbled in music as a hobby and caught the attention of America’s Got Talent producers after they watched a video of him online, covering the Boyz II Men single “On Bended Knee.”
This cover even impressed the boy band itself, which invited Jackson to sing the ballad with them during a concert in January.
“This past weekend has been nothing short of amazing!!” wrote Jackson on Instagram shortly after this amazing experience.
“Sharing the stage with my idols…literally a dream come true!!” he added at the time. “Thank you SO much to 3 of the dopest most insanely talented singers ever @BoyzIIMen!!”
According to TMZ, the friend who was driving the car in which Rogers died fell asleep at the wheel early Saturday morning. The vehicle then veered off the road and slammed into a tree.
In an official report from the Maryland State Police, the driver told authorities he had just finished a long shift at work.
Rogers, who was pulled out of the car by this same driver, died from injuries he sustained on Sunday in the hospital.
His episode of America’s Got Talent is slated to air next month, but producers are reportedly torn on whether or not to keep his appearance on the schedule.
A source tells Us Weekly that NBC “will take the family’s guidance regarding how to best respect his memory in relationship to the episode he appears in.”
In response to Rogers’ death, Boyz II Men released a statement of its own on Tuesday.
“Today our hearts are deeply saddened to learn about the sudden death of Dr. Brandon Rogers,” it reads.
“A few moths back we brought this young man out to the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas to perform with us. He was great all 3 nights!
“Just a genuinely nice person and a really good singer! Gone too young and gone too soon.”
You can watch Rogers take to the stage with this legendary group below:
We send our thoughts and prayers to the friends, family members and loved ones of Dr. Brandon Rogers.
May he rest in peace.
In related sad news, you can click around the following photo gallery for a look back at all the celebrities who have died in 2017.
May they all rest in peace.
"America"s Got Talent" Contestant Dr. Brandon Rogers Died After Driver Fell Asleep
The friend who was driving “America’s Got Talent” contestant Dr. Brandon Rogers early Saturday … nodded off before he veered off the road into a tree … TMZ has learned. According to the crash report … the driver told Maryland State Police…
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
Formerly Blind 16-Year Old Amazes on America"s Got Talent
For the second time this month, a contestant on America"s Got Talent has blown us away.
And also for the second time, this contestant has overcome a disability in order to leave his or her memorable impression.
Last week, we shared the video of Mandy Harvey singing for judges, explaining how she hasn"t let the fact that she"s deaf get in the way of her musical dreams.
On Tuesday night, meanwhile, we met Christian Guardino.
A 16-old from Long Island, Guardino sang a version of The Jackson 5’s “Who’s Lovin You,” earning a Golden Buzzer from Howie Mandel in the process.
This means he earned an automatic advancement to the show"s live quarterfinals in Las Vegas later this season.
“You were like a little mouse that turned into a lion," Simon Cowell told Christian, adding;
"You are one of my favorite contestants I’ve seen this year. Not only in terms of your voice. I just like you.
"There’s something about you, and it’s just the best possible feeling when we meet someone like you."
There aren"t many people like Christian, however.
Prior to taking the stage, Christian and his mother, Elizabeth, opened up about his journey of being blind for most of his life … before an experimental treatment gave him back his sight.
Pretty incredible, huh?
Guardino was diagnosed with a retinal disease called Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA), based on his September 2016 profile in National Geographic.
But he was actually cured of this blindness after receiving gene therapy treatment and he now can see well enough to read enlarged notes on sheet music.
Guardino has previously performed four times at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York… and now he"s off to Sin City!
Watch his audition to learn more about Christian and join us in being blown away by this young and talented man!
Tuesday, June 13, 2017
"America"s Got Talent" Contestant Dr. Brandon Rogers Died in Single Car Wreck
“America’s Got Talent” contestant Dr. Brandon Rogers was riding in the front passenger seat of a car when it veered off the road, leading to his death … TMZ has learned. According to the Maryland State Troopers, officers responded around 4:30 AM…
Dr. Brandon Rogers: America"s Got Talent Contestant Dies Before Episode Airs
Sad news out of Hollywood today, as TMZ is reporting that an extraordinarily gifted young man with bright futures in both medicine and entertainment has passed away.
Dr. Brandon Rogers filmed a heavily buzzed-about episode of America’s Got Talent several months ago, and his singing talents were such that he gained the attention of Boyz II Men and thousands of online fans before the performance even aired.
Tragically, Rogers was involved in a fatal car accident on Saturday.
He was rushed to a hospital, where he passed away on Sunday morning.
He was just 29 years old.
Rogers graduated medical school in 2015, and though while family and friends passionately dedicated to his work within the medical community, he continued to make time for his first love: music.
Videos of Rogers’ singing caught the attention of America’s Got Talent producers, who flew the Maryland resident to Los Angeles for an audition that reportedly blew judges away.
Based on the clips Rogers uploaded to Instagram, it’s not hard to see how they were so impressed.
The word of mouth surrounding Brandon’s talent was such that iconic ’90s R&B group Boyz II Men brought him on stage to sing at one of their shows.
Today, the group released a statement honoring Rogers’ tragically short life and tremendous talent.
“Today our hearts are deeply saddened to learn about the sudden death of Dr. Brandon Rogers. A few moths back we brought this young man out to the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas to perform with us. He was great all 3 nights!” they wrote/
Just a genuinely nice person and a really good singer! Gone too young and gone too soon.”
The video of Brandon’s performance with the group has gone viral in the wake of news of his death:
America’s Got Talent producers say they have not reached a decision with regard to when Rogers’ episode will air.
Brandon’s segment was originally scheduled to air in July.
The Rogers family tells TMZ they look forward to the whole country seeing the performance of Brandon’s lifetime.
Our thoughts go out to his loved ones during this difficult time.
"America"s Got Talent" Standout Contestant Dead ... Episode Yet to Air
A standout contestant on “America’s Got Talent” has died just weeks before his episode was scheduled to air … TMZ has learned. Sources close to the production tell us 29-year-old Dr. Brandon Rogers died over the weekend in a car accident. Brandon…
Friday, June 9, 2017
Young Girls Shocks Judges With Amazing Vocals on America"s Got Talent
America"s Got Talent prides itself in bringing us the best talent from all over the United States of America.
While some people are getting tired of singing competitions, the ratings juggernaut has a good track record with singers.
The latest shocker comes in the form of a 9-year-old girl from Atlanta, Georgia who aspires to be just like Whitney Houston.
Her name is Angelica Hale, and she was surprisingly not shy about chatting with the judges before her performance.
"I"m nine-years-old, and I just found out that I"m going to be a big sister," she said to the crowd with a grin on her face.
The young girl then went on to chat about how happy she was to be on the show.
"I"m so happy to be here, because, like, I"ve been watching your show on Youtube and now I feel, like, like I"m in it!"
The judges and audience seemed taken with the young girl"s confidence, but nothing could prepare them for the performance the youngster was about to put on for them.
Simply put, it was breathtaking.
She performed Andra Day"s "Rise Up." The vocals were there. Something tells us the kid is going to get her wish and be a superstar one day.
Simon looked away at the beginning of the performance, as though he was waiting for the child to not hit the huge notes of the song.
His facial expression changed dramatically as her voice rose throughout. He was probably sizing her up for a recording contract.
Hey, Simon is one of the best people in the biz. He has a wealth of hit artists under his label.
Have a look at the full video below and hit the comments with your thoughts on it!
Friday, May 5, 2017
"America"s Next Top Model" Winner Sues WeHo Boutique for Sexual Harassment, Spanking
Naima Mora — Cycle 4 winner of “America’s Next Top Model” — claims she had her ass slapped in front of coworkers by a manager who tormented her. Mora claims in a new lawsuit she was sexually harassed at the Alberta Ferretti boutique in West…
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Talib Kweli Says Trump"s Victory is America"s Payback for a "N**** President" (VIDEO)
Talib Kweli thinks Donald Trump’s rise to the White House was powered by America’s desire for revenge after Barack Obama was elected the first African-American president. Talib was brutally honest at LAX Monday … about President Trump’s…
Saturday, April 15, 2017
"Survivor" Outing Makes "America"s Next Top Model" Alum Relive Her Own Nightmare (VIDEO)
Transgender model Isis King is taking a strong stance in support of ‘Survivor’ contestant Zeke Smith after his televised outing, because she went through the same thing on “America’s Next Top Model.” Isis was the first transgender…
Monday, March 27, 2017
"America"s Next Top Model" Contestant Shot in Houston, 2 Others Killed
A former contestant on “America’s Next Top Model” was one of several people shot at an apartment complex in Houston … and we’ve confirmed the model’s in critical condition in intensive care. We’ve confirmed Brandy Rusher’s one of the victims,…
Monday, March 13, 2017
Tyra Banks to Host America"s Got Talent
America has talent. This much we’ve known for years.
But America now has also a brand new reality host, someone who is ready to introduce said talent to the NBC viewing public.
One month after Nick Cannon shocked the world by resigning as host of America’s Got Talent, producers have found his successor as host.
In a very irritating Tweet that referred to herself in the third person, Tyra Banks Tweeted the following last night:
“Surprise! TyTy is the new host of #AGT,” Banks tweeted.
The former America’s Next Top Model host went on to say she “Can’t wait 2work w/new fam,” tagging judges judges Mel B, Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, and Simon Cowell.
Not long after Banks’ confirmation, Mandel welcomed his new colleague with a GIF “introducing our new host.”
In recent years, the ex-supermodel has shifted her focus from on-camera television roles to the expansion of her personal brand across the professional sector.
For example, Banks debuted her Tyra Beauty cosmetics line in 2014 after completing Harvard’s Owner/Presidential Management certificate program two years before.
She’s also remained an executive producer on America’s Next Top Model… stopped by ABC sitcom Blackish… and served as an advisor on numerous episodes of the Arnold Schwarzenegger-hosted Celebrity Apprentice.
She will be taking over on America’s Got Talent for Cannon, who engaged in a public spat with NBC executives in February.
The actor and comedian said he got in trouble for joking during a stand-up routine that emceeing America’s Got Talent was calling his “black card” into question.
Cannon went on to rant about how producers considered firing him for this remark, a near-decision that caused such outrage, Cannon went ahead and resigned in response.
“I find myself in a dark place having to make a decision that I wish I didn’t have to, but as a man, an artist and a voice for my community, I will not be silenced, controlled, or treated like a piece of property,” Cannon wrote on Instagram.
He continued:
“Not to get too detailed but this isn’t the first time executives have attempted to ‘put me in my place’ for so called unruly actions. I will not stand for it.
“My moral principles will easily walk away from the millions of dollars they hang over my head.”
While Cannon was considered popular as host, initial Twitter reaction to this Banks news has been positive.
“@tyrabanks is going to do a great job hosting @nbcagt!” wrote one Twitter user, while Another fan added:
“She is perfect!!! She’s going to KILL it!!”
Other Twitter responses include:
- “Welcome to the family, @tyrabanks. #AGT.
- “It’s amazing to know an idol like @tyrabanks is our new host! Hopefully I can see her face to face next year! @AGT_Auditions.”
- “I may not watch anymore; NOT a Tyra Banks fan at all. What a huge bummer. Bye bye, AGT; I’m history! HOST? She has such a flat personality.”
- “I’m too stunned to comment appropriately right now. I’ll get back to you.”
- “So Tyra Banks is hosting AGT now. Idk a lot about her so I can’t say anything except she’s got big shoes to fill.”
Where do you stand on Banks?
Did you even know Cannon was leaving?
How do you feel about this switch?
Are you psyched for Tyra Banks to host America’s Got Talent? VOTE NOW:
Sunday, March 5, 2017
"America"s Got Talent" Top 3 Host Contenders Includes Marlon Wayans
Simon Cowell has whittled down his pick for a new host on “America’s Got Talent” to just 3 guys — one of whom is Marlon Wayans … TMZ has learned. Production sources tell us ‘AGT’ brass is zeroing on Wayans and 2 other comedians to replace…
"America"s Got Talent" Top 3 Host Contenders Includes Marlon Wayans
Simon Cowell has whittled down his pick for a new host on “America’s Got Talent” to just 3 guys — one of whom is Marlon Wayans … TMZ has learned. Production sources tell us ‘AGT’ brass is zeroing on Wayans and 2 other comedians to replace…
"America"s Got Talent" Filming Cancelled After Mel B"s Dad Dies
“America’s Got Talent” is off to a rough start … filming has been cancelled next week because of the death of Mel B’s dad. Martin Brown died Saturday after a 5-year battle with Myeloma. He was 63. Producers have cancelled filming Monday and…
"America"s Next Top Model" Bello Sanchez Says He Was Raped in Paris, Cops Didn"t Care (VIDEO)
Former “America’s Next Top Model” contestant Bello Sanchez says he was raped in a Paris nightclub, but police refused to properly investigate due to his race and sexuality. Bello tells TMZ … he was at Le Rouge nightclub on January 30…
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Nick Cannon Says He"s Definitely Leaving "America"s Got Talent" (VIDEO)
Nick Cannon just dashed the hopes of NBC and ‘AGT’ … because he made it clear there is NO chance he’ll come back to the show. Nick was at LAX Tuesday and showed firm resolve … he’s done with the show. As TMZ reported, Nick said he was leaving…
"America"s Got Talent" Execs Won"t Hold Nick Cannon To Contract
“America’s Got Talent” execs desperately want to keep Nick Cannon … but if he really wants to walk, they likely won’t hold him to his contract. Production sources with knowledge of the situation tell us the show fires up next month, but…
Monday, February 13, 2017
Nick Cannon Quits America"s Got Talent, Basically Tells NBC: I"m Not Your Slave!
America may have talent.
But it will not have Nick Cannon as the host of one of its most popular reality shows any longer.
In a lengthy Instagram post (and we mean lengthy), Cannon explained on Monday morning why he’s quit his job as emcee of America’s Got Talent.
First, however, some quick background:
On his Showtime stand-up special that aired Friday night, Cannon quipped that he was losing his “black card” by hosting the family-friendly reality competition.
Apparently NBC executives took offense to this joke, to the point where discussions were held about whether Cannon breached his contract and could be fired.
In response, Cannon took to social media and basically beat the network to the punch: he resigned.
“I write this from a deeply saddened and dolorous mindset,” Cannon wrote, adding that he spent “days deliberating” after he learned the “extremely disappointing news that I was being threatened with termination by Executives because of a comedy special.”
Cannon – who typically sticks to light-hearted social media posts about Kim Kardashian and what not – wasn’t close to being finished, either.
He went on to rant against the unfair practice of censorship and how he was being treated like a piece of property.
“This has weighed heavy on my spirit,” he continued. “It was brought to my attention by my ‘team’ that NBC believed that I was in breach of contract because I had disparaged their brand.
“In my defense, I would ask how so? Or is this just another way to silence and control an outspoken voice who often battles the establishment. Recently many of my mentors have cautioned me that soon ‘The System’ would come down on me because I was speaking too many truths and being to loud about it.
“I had no idea that it all would hit so close to home. I find myself in a dark place having to make a decision that I wish I didn’t have to, but as a man, an artist, and a voice for my community I will not be silenced, controlled or treated like a piece of property.
There is no amount of money worth my dignity or my integrity.”
From there, Cannon expressed gratitude for having had a chance to host America’s Got Talent and said he loved the actual job.
But he wouldn’t be able to live with himself if he continued to work for a company that treated him in this fashion.
We’ll just let Cannon’s passionate message speak for itself below:
I have loved hosting AMERICAS GOT TALENT for the last 8 seasons, watching talented, brave, and courageous Americans accomplish their dreams in front of millions has been nothing but a joy, and everyone has been a pleasure to work with but my soul won’t allow me to be in business with corporations that attempt to frown on freedom of speech, censor artists, and question cultural choices.
Not to get too detailed but this isn’t the first time executives have attempted to ‘put me in my place’ for so called unruly actions. I will not stand for it.
“My moral principles will easily walk away from the millions of dollars they hang over my head. It’s never been about the money for me, what is difficult to walk away from is the fans, the people who love me on the show. This hurts tremendously.
I felt like I was apart of the fabric of our great nation every summer, representing every culture, age, gender, and demographic.
Now for the rug to be pulled from underneath me and to be publicly reprimanded and ridiculed over a joke about my own race is completely wrong and I have to do something about it.
I have fought many battles in my career and have never been afraid to go up against the system. I have mulled over my process for days and felt it was best to once again speak my mind about an unjust infrastructure that treat talent like they own them.
Maybe it was my mistake for signing the contract in the first place, in which I will take full responsibility and have already taken action to restructure my own team of advisors. I now have to set out on a journey of freedom as an artist.
As I was quoted in a recent interview, ‘You can’t fire a Boss!’ and that is the essence that I possess.
So I wish AGT and NBC the best in its upcoming season but I can not see myself returning. As of lately I have even questioned if I want to even be apart of an industry who ultimately treats artists in this manner. Most of us don’t realize that there are 6 major corporations that control 90 percent of media in America and the amount of minority executives is dismal.
With this being the case, true equality in our industry is impossible. There will always be a “do as I say” mentality that mirrors society’s perception of women and minorities, and only a few will stand up against it. I proudly stand as one of those few, and will gladly take on whatever repercussions that come with it.
I love art and entertainment too much to watch it be ruined by controlling corporations and big business. I believe It’s our duty as artists to make a difference and create change even if it’s one act at a time.
Dr. King said it best, ‘Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about the things that matter.
WILL YOU MISS NICK CANNON AS HOST OF AMERICA’S GOT TALENT?
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