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This marks Dion’s first concerts in France since 2017, after she was forced to cancel multiple tour dates due to the Covid-19 pandemic and her health challenges. The Courage World Tour, which included 42 European nights, was called off amid her SPS diagnosis. Legendary Canadian singer Celine Dion is set to return to the stage for the first time since her battle with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS), a rare neurological disorder that causes painful muscle stiffness and spasms. The 57-year-old star will perform at Paris La Défense Arena in Nanterre, Europe’s largest indoor venue, with dates scheduled for September and October. Posters featuring her hit songs, including The Power of Love and My Heart Will Go On, have already appeared across Paris, signaling her long-awaited...

Valerie Perrine, who got an Oscar nomination for best actress for her performance in Bob Fosse’s 1974 Lenny Bruce biopic “Lenny” and appeared prominently in Richard Donner’s “Superman” films as Lex Luthor’s girlfriend Miss Teschmacher, has di£d. She d!ed Monday, March 23, in Beverly Hills. She was 81.  Her friend Stacey Souther announced her d£ath on Facebook, writing “It is with deep sadness that I share the heartbreaking news that Valerie has passed away. She faced Parkinson’s disease with incredible courage and compassion, never once complaining. She was a true inspiration who lived life to the fullest—and what a magnificent life it was. The world feels less beautiful without her in it.” Souther continued, “Please consider donating, sharing, and helping spre...

Nigerian actress and content creator Bukunmi Adeaga Ilori, popularly known as Kiekie, has emphasised on the need for content creators and celebrities to set boundaries between their personal and professional lives. Speaking at The Creative Blueprint 2.0, Kiekie explained that she has created a thick line between her personal life and her brand as a comic star. “I have created a very thick line between what is personal to me as Oluwabukunmi Adeaga Ilori and what is personal to my brand as Kiekie. What are the elements of my brand? Event and TV host, actor, content creator. What is my content? Comic,” she said. Kiekie explained that she doesn’t feature her husband, Tunji Ilori, in her content because “he is not funny”. The actress added that she features her daughter Nola on her ...

Joseph Aloba, the father of late Nigerian singer Mohbad, has claimed that influential individuals are attempting to obstruct efforts to conduct a DNA test to confirm the paternity of his son’s child. He reiterated that Mohbad will not be buried until the test is completed to determine whether Liam Aloba is truly the singer’s biological son. A Magistrate Court in Ikorodu, Lagos State, had previously ordered a DNA test following an application filed by Aloba, with Magistrate Adefisoye Sonuga granting the request. However, in a video shared on TikTok, Aloba alleged that certain powerful figures are working behind the scenes to delay or frustrate the process. He expressed concern over the situation, especially after the toxicology report failed to provide clear conclusions. He also...

Actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham has expressed heartfelt appreciation after being recognised by the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) for surpassing ₦1 billion at the box office with her debut film, Oversabi Aunty. The award presentation was attended by NFVCB Director-General Shuaibu Husseini and Olori Temitope Ogunwusi, wife of the Ooni of Ife. In a post shared on Instagram, Abraham described the recognition as a significant milestone, noting that it holds special meaning coming from such a respected institution. She expressed gratitude to her fans, known as Toyintitans, as well as her distribution partner, FilmOne Entertainment, for their unwavering support. The actress also appreciated the presence of Olori Temitope Ogunwusi, highlighting how the film has infl...

Veteran Hollywood actor and martial arts legend Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86, his family has confirmed. The announcement was made in a heartfelt statement shared on Instagram, where his family expressed deep grief over the loss. “He lived his life with faith, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to the people he loved,” the statement read. Reflecting on his influence both privately and publicly, the family noted that Norris inspired millions through his discipline, dedication, and kindness. “To the world, he was a martial artist, actor, and a symbol of strength. To us, he was a devoted husband, loving father, and grandfather,” they added. Born Carlos Ray Norris in 1940 in Oklahoma, he joined the United States Air Force as a teenager. During his posting in South Ko...

Nigerian gospel artiste Judikay has opened up about suffering six miscarriages, revealing that the most recent occurred in February 2025. In a video shared on her Instagram page, the singer spoke candidly about the physical pain and emotional trauma she faced following the loss, which happened after she had crossed the three-month stage of pregnancy. Narrating her experience, she explained how what initially felt like mild discomfort soon turned into a heartbreaking situation. “In February 2025, I experienced a pain that almost crushed me. I was pregnant for well over three months. One of these days, I was going about my day when I started to experience cramps,” she said. “I said, ‘Oh, okay, it was one of those things.’ And then trickles of blood, and I said, ‘Oh, spotting’. If...

Two of the three foreign laboratories approved by a Magistrate Court in Ikorodu, Lagos, have declined to conduct a paternity test on Liam, the son of late singer Mohbad. The court had earlier authorised three labs in the United States and the United Kingdom to carry out DNA testing amid an ongoing dispute between Mohbad’s father, Joseph Aloba, and his widow, Wunmi Aloba. While the court selected Advanced Histopathology Laboratory in London, Wunmi chose Alpha Bio Labs in Warrington, and Joseph Aloba opted for DNA Diagnostics Centre in Ohio, US. However, counsel to Mohbad’s father, Oladayo Ogungbe, revealed that the two UK-based laboratories have declined the request, stating they do not handle post-mortem DNA testing involving embalmed bodies. He explained that both laboratories...

Jay-Z has made some changes to his name. The rapper subtly underwent a name change in preparation for his upcoming reunion with The Roots.  He added an umlaut to his moniker to read JAŸ-Z on the billing for the annual Roots Picnic in Philadelphia concert on May 30. Not only that, Jay, whose real name is Shawn Carter, also tweaked his stage name on major music streaming platforms such as YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music and Tidal to include the diacritical mark. It appears that the name change is the 56-year-old's way of staying in touch with his, well, roots. The cover art from his earliest records—including his 1996 debut album Reasonable Doubt and its breakout singles "Ain't No N---a," "Can't Knock the Hustle" and "Feelin' It"—featured an umlaut. This isn't first time the Beyoncé's husband ...

Nigerian skit maker and streamer Shank Comics has stirred reactions online after claiming that comedians make more money than music artists. Speaking during a livestream, he said many people assume musicians are richer because they tend to show off their wealth more than comedians. He went on to claim that top Nigerian comedians like Bovi and Basketmouth are wealthier than Afrobeats stars such as Asake, Wizkid, and Burna Boy. According to him, comedians are more focused on long-term financial stability and tend to invest their money rather than spend heavily on luxury items like exotic cars. “I think there is more money in comedy than music… they prefer to invest rather than buy cars,” he said