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Hamilton Spectator
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Toronto gives The Weeknd key to the city ahead of a four-concert run at Rogers Centre
TORONTO - Toronto has given 'Can't Feel My Face' singer The Weeknd a key to the city as the star returns to play four shows in his hometown. Toronto Mayor Oliva Chow presented the ceremonial honour to the Scarborough-born singer Saturday morning in recognition of how he has 'reshaped modern music' and supported health and humanitarian causes in Toronto and abroad. The Weeknd, or Abel Tesfaye, says he's honoured to receive the key to the place where he found his voice, adding he's committed to helping the next generation find theirs. In addition to winning four Grammy Awards, the singer is also recognized for his philanthropic contributions to both Toronto and international charities. He received the Quincy Jones Humanitarian Award from the Black Music Action Coalition for his advocacy. The Weeknd is set to play four concerts at Toronto's Rogers Centre over the next two weeks. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 26, 2025.
Winnipeg Free Press
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Toronto gives The Weeknd key to the city ahead of a four-concert run at Rogers Centre
TORONTO – Toronto has given 'Can't Feel My Face' singer The Weeknd a key to the city as the star returns to play four shows in his hometown. Toronto Mayor Oliva Chow presented the ceremonial honour to the Scarborough-born singer Saturday morning in recognition of how he has 'reshaped modern music' and supported health and humanitarian causes in Toronto and abroad. The Weeknd, or Abel Tesfaye, says he's honoured to receive the key to the place where he found his voice, adding he's committed to helping the next generation find theirs. In addition to winning four Grammy Awards, the singer is also recognized for his philanthropic contributions to both Toronto and international charities. He received the Quincy Jones Humanitarian Award from the Black Music Action Coalition for his advocacy. Weekly A weekly look at what's happening in Winnipeg's arts and entertainment scene. The Weeknd is set to play four concerts at Toronto's Rogers Centre over the next two weeks. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 26, 2025.
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Blind Altadena boy who lost home in Eaton Fire performs with Public Enemy
Grayson Roberts and his family lost their Altadena home in the Eaton Fire. The 10-year-old was born with a rare eye condition and has been blind his entire life. He's also an accomplished drummer and the fire destroyed his drumset as well as some of his Braille items. Blind Southern California boy who lost home in Eaton Fire gets musician's gift Bruno Mars' brother and drummer, Eric Hernandez, learned of Grayson's story on KTLA 5. Hernandez came to the station and surprised Grayson with one of his drum kits so he could 'keep the beat alive.' Indeed he has! The little drummer just booked and performed his biggest gig yet, backing up hip-hop royalty. He got to play on the stage alongside Public Enemy's Flavor Flav and Chuck D at a Black Music Action Coalition event benefiting wildfire victims. Flav also met with Grayson to tour the historically Black neighborhoods in Altadena. The clock-wearing hip-hop legend has been raising money for Black families affected by the fires and teaming up with 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
