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Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Macklemore Dedicates "Otherside" to Demi Lovato After Her Overdose
Macklemore offered Demi Lovato some strong words of encouragement because — as the rapper said at his concert dedicating a track to her — he’s been there before. Macklemore was performing at Xfinity Center in Boston Tuesday night…
Saturday, September 16, 2017
Jay-Z Dedicates "The Story of O.J." to Colin Kaepernick During Live Show
Colin Kaepernick’s plight in the NFL has seeped into the upper echelons of hip-hop … ‘cause Jay-Z dedicated 1 of his most racially charged songs to the QB during a live show. Jay Z Dedicates “The Story Of O.J.” To Colin Kaepernick And…
Jay-Z Dedicates "The Story of O.J." to Colin Kaepernick During Live Show
Colin Kaepernick’s plight in the NFL has seeped into the upper echelons of hip-hop … ‘cause Jay-Z dedicated 1 of his most racially charged songs to the QB during a live show. Jay Z Dedicates “The Story Of O.J.” To Colin Kaepernick And…
Wednesday, June 21, 2017
13-Year Old Dedicates AGT Audition to Cancer-Stricken Father
Evie Clair made us cry on Tuesday night.
The 13-year old America’s Got Talent contestant got up on stage and told Simon Cowell that she was trying out for the show because “it’s just always been my dream ever since I was little.”
That"s perfectly fair and pretty normal.
An endless array of children dream about striking it big as a singer.
But it didn"t tell the full story, either.
Shortly after introducing hersselt to viewers, Clair got choked up. For a very understandable reason.
"My family, about a year ago, my dad was diagnosed… sorry, with stage four lung cancer.
"They gave him a five percent chance to live, and he’s still working and supporting our family. So tonight I’m here to sing for him."
This admission created a hush over the audience. What is there to possibly say in response, right?
As for why she selected Christina Perri’s "Arms" as her audition song?
“When my dad is having rough days, I go up to his room and sing this song to help him feel better and just give him comfort and strength to continue fighting," she said, to which Cowell replied:
“You’ve been really unbelievably brave with what you’ve told us tonight. Now I want you to just settle yourself for a little while.”
After Tyra Banks brought out some water for the young teenager, Cowell encouraged Evie to give her performance all she had:
“Okay, now this is the time I want to hear the best vocal you’ve ever, ever done. Got it?”
Clair did so, earning a standing ovation in the process, along with this praise from Howie Mandel:
"There was so much meaning. A broken heart and tears and the cries of a little girl who loves her father and wants to be there, and I feel like everyone wants to wrap their arms around you and tell you, you are home."
Amen.
Watch the inspiring performance below:
Thursday, June 8, 2017
Ariana Grande Resumes Tour, Dedicates Shows to All the "Angels"
Over the past several days, Ariana Grande has proven herself to be a brave, admirable, caring young woman.
But the singer confirmed on Wednesday that she’s all set to be a “Dangerous Woman” once again, as she announced the resumption of the world tour by that name that she had previously placed on hold.
Prior to taking the stage in Paris last night, the 23-year old posted a photo on Instagram of the Eiffel Tower.
As a caption, she wrote that she’s still thinking of the 22 people who were killed at her concert in Manchester last month, along with the many dozens who were injured in this suicide bombing.
“First show back tonight. Thinking of our angels every step of the way,” she wrote, adding:
“I love you with all my heart. Grateful for and incredibly proud of my band, dancers and entire crew. I love you I love you.”
Shortly after this tragedy took place, Grande canceled scheduled tour stops in London, Belgium, Germany, Poland and Switzerland.
“We ask at this time that we all continue to support the city of Manchester and all those families affected by this cowardice and senseless act of violence,” said Grande in a statement at the time, continuing as follows:
“Our way of life has once again been threatened but we will overcome this together. Thank you.”
After taking a couple days to recover herself in Florida with loved ones, Grande followed up this postponement by putting together a benefit concert.
She titled it “One Love Manchester,” she returned to the scene of the awful crime for it and she invited a handful of famous friends along.
On June 4, Grande, Miley Cyrus, Justin Bieber, Chris Martin, Katy Perry and many others raised millions of dollars for the families of those who died in the May 22 bombing.
Grande closed this special show with a rendition of “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.”
And she’s now released the track to the public, with all proceeds also going toward the families of those who died in the attack or those who were wounded.
In almost every way, by nearly every possible measure, Grande has responded to this terrible event in the most impressive way one can.
Assuming all goes relatively well on her tour, the artist will next perform in Lyon on Friday.
Additional concerts are scheduled for June 11, 13, 15 and 17 to finish the European leg of the tour, prior to a 12-day break in advance of the Latin America stretch.
At last weekend’s benefit concert, Grande told the crowd at one point:
“I think the kind of love and unity we’re displaying is the medicine the world really needs right now.”
It’s true.
Grande is well aware that just singing a few songs cannot bring people back from the dead.
Those affected by this attack will continue to mourn and grieve.
But her return to the stage does send a message that one can’t back down in the face of terror, while also providing fans with a much-needed distraction and helping bring them together during a very difficult time in the world.
We applaud her.
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
Manchester United Dedicates Victory To Dead Victims After Winning Europa League
Manchester United dedicated their Europa League title to the 22 people who died in the arena attack earlier this week. Man U just beat Ajax 2-0 to win the title (it’s a big deal) … and Paul Pogba, the team’s star player, said the win was for the…
Tuesday, October 11, 2016
Jana Kramer Dedicates Emotional Dancing With The Stars Performance to Daughter Jolie
It hasn’t been easy ride for Jana Kramer.
The One Tree Hill star and country singer endured an abuse marriage in 2005.
Then in 2015, she thought she had married her soul mate, former NFL star Mike Caussin.
When it was revealed that Caussin had cheated on her, Kramer made the decision to leave him.
Now, Kramer is competing for the mirror ball trophy on this season of Dancing With The Stars, and she’s focused not only on winning, but on herself and her daughter, Jolie.
Last night, the theme was Most Memorable Year, and Kramer decide to select 2016, since Jolie was born on January 31st, 2016.
“This week, it’s most memorable year, and mine is 2016, because I had my baby girl,” Kramer said on last night’s episode.
“I feel like I’m the strongest I’ve been my entire life. She’s given me the strength I didn’t know I would have.”
Kramer touched on her first marriage to Michael Gambino, who went to jail for attempted murder.
“And I’ve been in bad situations where I’ve let people take that from me.
“Ten years ago, I was in an abusive relationship. It was the worst time of my life. He went to jail for attempted murder on me,” Kramer explained.
“It’s been a very heavy secret to hold for so many years. The situation ten years ago broke me. It took having Jolie to piece together every single broken part of me.”
Gambino was released in 2010, and two years later he committed suicide.
Kramer and partner Gleb Savchenko danced to Martina McBride’s “In My Daughter’s Eyes.”
Kramer even Facetimed McBride herself to share her song selection.
“I never want my daughter to ever go through the things I went through, or question that she’s not good enough, Kramer said.
“And I want my daughter to know that no man should ever put their hands on her. Because she’s beautiful.”
Wednesday, June 15, 2016
Beyonce Dedicates "Halo" to Orlando Shooting Victims
Beyonce has become the latest celebrity to pay moving tribute to the victims of last weekend"s terrorist attack in Orlando.
Not by getting a tattoo on her head, but by singing an emotional version of one of her biggest hits.
The artist stopped by Detroit on Tuesday night as part of her Formation Tour, stopping for a moment prior to performing "Halo" in order to tell the crowd that this would be a special rendition.
"This next song is about love and I"d like to dedicate it to all of the family members that had family that lost their lives in Florida," she told attendees.
Beyonce, of course, was referencing the horrific actions taken on Saturday night and Sunday morning by a terrorist named Omar Mateen.
He entered a gay nightclub called Pure and used a semi-automatic weapon to kill 49 people, while wounding several others.
Prior to this performance, Beyonce shared a photo on Instagram of a floral peace sign with the caption, "Condolences and prayers to Orlando."
Over the past few days, many other stars have also sent their condolences to the victims in this tragedy via song or speech.
Lady Gaga, for example, broke down in tears as a candlelight vigil in Las Angeles:
Late night hosts such as John Oliver, Conan O"Brien and Jimmy Fallon also expressed powerful messages to their viewers:
Then there was Adele, who tried to fight back tears while talking about the incident prior to a concert overseas:
Will new gun regulations be passed across the country as a result of this despicable action?
Will anything actually change after the deadliest shooting massacre in U.S. history?
Or will we tragically be hearing similar sentiments from stars such as these at some point again in the near future?
Check out Beyonce"s tribute below:
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Adele Dedicates Song to Brussels Terror Victims, Calls Attackers F**kers
Yesterday, the citizens of Brussels experienced a horrific act of terror that stunned the European Union and the world.
Just across the pond in London was Adele, who, clearly affected by the atrocities, dedicated a performance at the O2 Arena to the terror victims with a heartfelt rendition of "Make You Feel My Love."
The crowd showed support by waving their phone lights in the air, and she asked the audience to sing along with her.
The raw emotion was palpable throughout the crowd, and it had a profound effect on the singer.
"I don"t think I"ve ever actually been so moved in my life at one of my shows," she said following the performance. "That was just so beautiful,"
"Thank you very much for doing that. I think they heard us," she added.
However, her emotions then switched to anger, and she took a moment to slam the terrorists in a mini-rant on stage.
"I"m hoping you"ve all come to be entertained by me," she said. "I"m here to entertain you, so we"re all united, so that makes us much better than them f–kers. You"re on, you f–kers."
You gotta love this woman.
Not only does Adele have one of the most powerful singing voices on the planet, but she"s also earned a special place in our hearts for her down-to-earth persona, her humor and – especially evident of late – her compassion.
To wit, just last week she invited an autistic fan to sing a duet with her on stage during a concert in Manchester and gave everyone the feels.
And earlier this month she granted the wish of a chronically ill 12-year-old superfan by visiting her at her home in Belfast.
At a time when fear and despair is hitting us hard, it"s nice to know we can at least count on Adele to be the great uniter.
Watch her incredible performance below.
Monday, February 1, 2016
Vanessa Hudgens Dedicates These Amazing Grease: Live Performances to Her Father
God bless you, Vanessa Hudgens.
The former High School Musical star shared very sad news with fans just hours before taking to the stage as Rizzo in Grease: Live on Fox last night: her dad passed away from cancer.
Hudgens posted a message on Twitter about her father’s death, adding that she would do the show “in his honor” that evening.
And it’s very safe to say that Hudgens made her late parent proud, most notably with two standout performances.
As Rizzo, Hudgens was tasked with two solos, the first of which (above) featured her making fun of Julianne Hough’s very pure and innocent main character.
The second, “There Are Worse Things I Could Do,” was an emotional ballad that gave us a look inside Rizzo herself:
The performances are impressive enough on their own (heck, Anna Kendrick wants to have sex with Hudgens as a result)… but they’re made even more so when you consider what Hudgens was going through at the time.
“Imagine you had Vanessa Hudgens’ day, and doing that. What a superhero. In total awe,” Tweeted Broadway star Lin-Manuel Miranda in response.
And he was far from alone in his praise:
Austin Butler: WOW @VanessaHudgens singing ‘Worst Things’ had me in tears. Just brilliant.
Demi Lovato: My prayers are with @VanessaHudgens today.. You are one strong, and admirable woman.
Ashley Tisdale: I wouldn’t expect anything less @VanessaHudgens is killing it! So proud of my girl.
And after all the hand-jiving and grease lightnings were over and done with, Fox concluded its three-hour performance with a dedication to Hudgens’ father, Greg.
Sad, but perfect, right?
Here’s a look at the most memorable moments from a great production:
Sunday, January 31, 2016
Vanessa Hudgens Loses Dad to Cancer, Dedicates Grease Performance to Him
Just hours before a professional milestone, Vanessa Hudgens has suffered a great personal loss:
The actress’ father, Greg Hudgens, has passed away from cancer. He was 65 years old.
The 27-year-old High School Musical alum relayed the sad news to fans and followers on Twitter Sunday morning.
“I am so sad to say that last night my daddy, Greg passed away from stage 4 cancer,” Hudgens wrote. “Thank you to everyone who kept him in your prayers.”
The star had revealed her dad’s unfortunate diagnosis last August.
“Last year, my boyfriend Austin lost his mom Lori to cancer, and my dad has just been recently diagnosed with stage four cancer,” Hudgens said at the time.
“Let me tell you, I hate cancer. I hate cancer with every cell of my being.”
Hudgens, of course, was cast as Rizzo in Fox’s live production of Grease, which airs tonight at 7/6c.
In regard to that performance, she added on social media:
“Tonight, I do the show in his honor.”
In addition to the actress, Greg Hudgens is survived by her mother and his wife, Gina Hudgens, along with Vanessa’s 20-year-old sister Stella Hudgens.
We send our condolences to Vanessa and her loved ones.
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