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Entertainment news from last week you should know


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It was an exciting week in the world of entertainment. Tables shook, remarks flew, records fell, and the cryptocurrency world continues to boil. “Tap tap” everywhere, drills for investments. I am hoping you have time to read this and are not too busy tapping.

While trying to keep you abreast of the trending topics in the country, News Round The Clock (NRTC) have compiled the hottest entertainment news from across the world that made headlines last week. And since we are patriotic Nigerians, we shall focus also focus on indigenous entertainment news that made headlines last week.

1. Billie Ellish’s album, Hit me Hard and Soft continues to make waves

What does Billie Ellish put in her stew? Every time, her galaxy of songs captivates us. On April 8, the 22-year-old American songwriter revealed the Hit le Hard and Soft album. The album became available for streaming on May 17 and has since gained popularity. Some claim she put out a number of love songs.

AWARD WINNING SONGWRITER AND SINGER, BILLIE ELLISH.
PHOTO CREDIT:- YEEEAAH NETWORK
AWARD WINNING SONGWRITER AND SINGER, BILLIE ELLISH.
PHOTO CREDIT:- YEEEAAH NETWORK

The album has sold out 90, 000 copies on vinyl alone . Songs from the new album ranks in top 25 of Spotify’s Daily Top Songs USA Chart. It also ranks No.1 on Billboard Charts.

2. Nicki Minaj cancels Amsterdam show due to arrest

The rapper, who was born in Trinidad, was taken into custody at Schiphol airport due to the presence of “soft drugs” in her luggage. After paying a fine of 350 euros, she was released from custody after six hours in order to board a flight to London. Nicki Minaj asserts that the drugs discovered in her suitcase belonged to her. Even the entire event of her arrest was livestreamed by the American rapper.

NICKI MINAJ AT MET GALA 2024. 
PHOTO CREDIT:- NRTC LIBRARY
NICKI MINAJ AT MET GALA 2024.
PHOTO CREDIT:- NRTC LIBRARY

The 41-year-old musician claims that due of her colour, she received “disgustingly” treatment. In response, the Dutch police state that the treatment was standard protocol and had nothing to do with her race.The rapper informs fans that tickets will be refunded at the point of admission, but she has cancelled her performance in Amsterdam as a result.

3. Davido ventures into cryptocurrency, making gains through his coin while subscribers combats losses

Despite the business nature of this news, it still deserves to be on our entertainment news list.Davido announced the introduction of his cryptocurrency on May 29 to his fanbase of millions on X. The singer collaborated with Blockchain platforms like Phantom and Solace to create his coin, Timeless Davido, $Davido.

The coin was valued at $0.007783 USD on the day of introduction. Many investors jumped on the board of this coin, investing from a little to a lot. Investments on the platform accrued to $10 million in four hours. Solana sponsored the payment of $100 to new investors.

DAVIDO IN CAPE TOWN. 
PHOTO CREDIT:- DAVIDO/X
DAVIDO IN CAPE TOWN.
PHOTO CREDIT:- DAVIDO/X

This joy was short-lived when the prices surged by 200%. Before this, Davido had gained $474, 000 in profit. Some financial maestros had predicted the crash saying Davido used the platform to rip off investors.

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4. Ayra Starr releases second album, ‘ The Year I Turned 21’. Fans highlights the emotionality of ‘ The Kids are Alright ‘ song in the album.

Another entertainment news for your reading is coming from the stables of Ayra Starr ‘s creativity. The 21 year old Mavin signee released her second album on May 31, 2024. She had done a lot of PR for it beforehand and her fans have received the album with all blissfulness. The album which has the Grammy nominated singer feature international artistes like Coco Jones, Giveon, Asake, Anitta, Rvssizn and Rauw Alejandro.

AYRA STARR'S NEW ALBUM COVER.
 PHOTO CREDIT:- AYRA STARR/ INSTAGRAM
AYRA STARR’S NEW ALBUM COVER.
PHOTO CREDIT:- AYRA STARR/ INSTAGRAM

Out of the songs on the album, ‘The Kids Are Alright ‘ song has made fans emotional. Tge singer dedicated this song to her late father, while highlighting grief and loss.

5. The Smiths pose in a united front in the Bad Boys : Ride or Die movie premiere

The Smiths always shine bright no matter what . Speculations on the authencity of Jada Pinkett Smith’s marriage to Will Smith has always been a hovering topic yet it appears their bond is still strong. Will Smith is one of the main actor in the franchise Bad Boys along Martin Lawrence ‘ the third sequel of this movie is set to be released on June 7 in selected theatres worldwide.

WILL SMITH , ALONGSIDE HIS WIFE, JADA AND HIS CHILDREN, ERIK, JADEN AND WILLOW WITH HIS MOTHER-IN-LAW, ADRIENNE.
PHOTO CREDIT:- ERIC CHARBONNEAU/GETTY
WILL SMITH , ALONGSIDE HIS WIFE, JADA AND HIS CHILDREN, ERIK, JADEN AND WILLOW WITH HIS MOTHER-IN-LAW, ADRIENNE AT THE BAD BOYS:RIDE OR DIE MOVIE PREMIERE.
PHOTO CREDIT:- ERIC CHARBONNEAU/GETTY

The Smiths were spotted on the blue carpet in the movie premiere hosted in TCL Chinese Theatre in L.A on May 30 alongside Jada Pinkett Smith’s mother, Adrienne Banfield Norris.

6. Zendaya’s sweetheart, Tom Holland marks birthday on June 1st.

TOM HOLLAND AND ZENDAYA
PHOTO CREDIT:- MATTHEW STOCKMAN//GETTY IMAGES
TOM HOLLAND AND ZENDAYA
PHOTO CREDIT:- MATTHEW STOCKMAN//GETTY IMAGES

Tom Holland, the Spiderman actor marks his birthday on June 1. This year’s birthday makes the English actor 28 years of age. He is currently in a relationship with the Dune star, Zendaya and it appears that nothing is doing them part. They have exhibited a relationship of love and support as they are both their best cheerleaders. We wish the star an amazing year!


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