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Scottish Sun
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Jennifer Lopez slammed by fans over 'embarrassing' American Music Awards kiss with female dancer
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) JENNIFER Lopez has been slammed by fans for an "embarrassing" American Music Awards routine which saw her kiss both male and female dancers. Her lively choreography opened the Las Vegas event on Monday's Memorial Day, and saw the I'm Real popstar, 55, belt out a variety of the year's top hits. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 8 Jennifer Lopez was called out for her racy 2025 American Music Awards routine Credit: Getty 8 The Love Don't Cost A Thing hitmaker hosted the Las Vegas event Credit: Getty 8 Yet she left fans stunned as she kissed both female and male dancers Credit: Getty JLo stripped to a semi-sheer catsuit adorned with silver panels and jewel detail, cutting a glam figure as she styled her hair poker-straight. The star, who returned to host the AMAs after having previously hosted in 2015, finished off her initial look with dark eye make-up. The Love Don't Cost A Thing vocalist first graced the AMAs stage back in 2001 and has gone onto perform 10 times at the prestigious awards. Yet this time around might be the most controversial, as she sung out tracks including Billie Eilish's Birds Of A Feather and Kendrick Lamar's Not Like Us after kicking off with her 2012 tune Dance Again. read more jennifer lopez SORE POINT Jennifer Lopez reveals face cut after accident on stage ahead of AMAs The hits were accompanied by the star's signature kissing both her female and male backing dancers. The unexpected smooches saw JLo blasted by fans who were left hugely confused by her behaviour. One suggested on X she had "lost the plot" while another posted: "Why is Jennifer Lopez kissing everyone at the AMAs?" A viewer then wrote chimed in: "Just looked up from my phone and JENNIFER LOPEZ IS KISSING A GIRL?!?!" Others then suggested the Maid in Manhattan actress had staged the routine intentionally to make ex husband Ben Affleck jealous, after their divorce was finalised. She also make her mark on the event, which saw 80-year-old Rod Stewart honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award, with a series of outfit changes. Jennifer Lopez stuns in spiderweb dress as she debuts new movie at Sundance Film Festival Previously, event bosses gushed over JLo's return to the AMA's stage - as other stars including Taylor Swift gave the event a miss. "We are thrilled to welcome Jennifer Lopez back to host the American Music Awards,' Jay Penske, the CEO of Dick Clark Productions said. "Jennifer's incredible talent and incomparable stage presence make her the ideal host of the show. "We know she will bring her one-of-a-kind energy to the official kick off celebration of summer." Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck relationship timeline JLo and Ben were first linked together in 2002 and became engaged later that year. However, they called off the wedding just two years later. They rekindled their romance in 2021 and finally got hitched in 2022 before filing for divorce this year. Here is a timeline of their love story: June 2002 - Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck met on the set of Gigli and JLo divorced from her second husband Cris Judd - Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck met on the set of Gigli and JLo divorced from her second husband Cris Judd November 2002 - Ben proposed to JLo with a six-carat pink diamond ring - Ben proposed to JLo with a six-carat pink diamond ring September 2003 - JLo and Ben called off their wedding and blamed it on 'excessive media attention' - JLo and Ben called off their wedding and blamed it on 'excessive media attention' January 2004 - The celebrity couple announce they are heading separate ways - The celebrity couple announce they are heading separate ways July 2021 - JLo posts an intimate photo of herself beside Ben and they begin dating again - JLo posts an intimate photo of herself beside Ben and they begin dating again April 2022 - Ben proposes to JLo for a second time - Ben proposes to JLo for a second time July 2022 - The celebrity couple officially celebrated their nuptials in a Las Vegas, Nevada, ceremony - The celebrity couple officially celebrated their nuptials in a Las Vegas, Nevada, ceremony August 2022 - Ben and JLo have a second A-list wedding at their $8.9million George estate - Ben and JLo have a second A-list wedding at their $8.9million George estate February 2023 - Ben and JLo go viral after she is seen appearing to scold him at the Grammy Awards as the camera swung by their table, while photos often showed him looking exhausted and miserable on outings with his wife. May 2024 - Divorce rumors began to swirl with sources alleging they were not compatible and Ben was sick of marriage. July 2024 - The pair publicly listed their new marital home for $68 million and it was reported they were living separately in new properties. August 2024 - JLo finally filed for divorce on their second wedding anniversary on August 20. HUGE MISHAP The star previously showed off a nasty-looking cut to her face after rehearsals for the event. The On The Floor hitmaker, 55, said she needed stitches to fix the gash on her nose. In the first photo, Jennifer shared a selfie from her car with an ice pack over the bridge of her nose and wrote: "So this happened…". Her nose looked noticeably redder and swollen following the injury that happened last week. Jennifer then posted a picture as she went makeup free and revealed the visible cut on her nose. She clarified: "Happened during AMAs rehearsals." Luckily Jennifer's celebrity plastic surgeon Dr. Jason Diamond was on hand to help stitch her up. OPENING UP It came shortly after her movie star ex Ben opened up on their "embarassing" divorce. The Argo director and actor cited the couple's differing views on fame as he discussed their highly publicised split. He insisted that there was "no scandal, no soap opera, no intrigue" when it came to their separation. Ben, 52, first dated superstar Jennifer, 55, from 2002 to 2004 before he called off their first engagement. After encountering each other at industry parties, they became pals when they worked together on the set of Gigli in 2001. Less than a year later, they were engaged before calling off the wedding and their relationship in 2004. After remaining in contact, they started dating again in April 2021, twenty years after their first romance. In July 2022, they tied the knot in Vegas before hosting a larger reception for their friends and family later in the summer at Affleck's home in Georgia. However, less than two years later the pair announced they had split again before their divorce was finalised in February of this year. 8 She donned a semi-sheer catsuit as she opened the event with her hit Dance Again Credit: Getty 8 Jennifer's racy routine also saw her sing Billie Eilish and Kendrick Lamar hits Credit: Getty 8 She had a series of outfit changes through the night Credit: Getty 8 Fans suggested the pop princess had 'lost the plot' Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Jennifer Lopez slammed by fans over 'embarrassing' American Music Awards kiss with female dancer
JENNIFER Lopez has been slammed by fans for an "embarrassing" American Music Awards routine which saw her kiss both male and female dancers. Her lively choreography opened the Las Vegas event on Monday's Memorial Day, and saw the I'm Real popstar, 55, belt out a variety of the year's top hits. Advertisement 8 Jennifer Lopez was called out for her racy 2025 American Music Awards routine Credit: Getty 8 The Love Don't Cost A Thing hitmaker hosted the Las Vegas event Credit: Getty 8 Yet she left fans stunned as she kissed both female and male dancers Credit: Getty JLo stripped to a semi-sheer catsuit adorned with silver panels and jewel detail, cutting a glam figure as she styled her hair poker-straight. The star, who returned to host the AMAs after having previously hosted in 2015, finished off her initial look with dark eye make-up. The Love Don't Cost A Thing vocalist first graced the AMAs stage back in 2001 and has gone onto perform 10 times at the prestigious awards. Yet this time around might be the most controversial, as she sung out tracks including Billie Eilish's Birds Of A Feather and Kendrick Lamar's Not Like Us after kicking off with her 2012 tune Dance Again. Advertisement read more jennifer lopez The hits were accompanied by the star's signature kissing both her female and male backing dancers. The unexpected smooches saw JLo blasted by fans who were left hugely confused by her behaviour. One suggested on X she had "lost the plot" while another posted: "Why is Jennifer Lopez kissing everyone at the AMAs?" A viewer then wrote chimed in: "Just looked up from my phone and JENNIFER LOPEZ IS KISSING A GIRL?!?!" Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Latest Others then suggested the Maid in Manhattan actress had staged the routine intentionally to make ex husband Ben Affleck jealous, after their divorce was finalised. She also make her mark on the event, which saw 80-year-old Rod Stewart honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award, with a series of outfit changes. Jennifer Lopez stuns in spiderweb dress as she debuts new movie at Sundance Film Festival Previously, event bosses gushed over JLo's return to the AMA's stage - as other stars including Taylor Swift gave the event a miss. "We are thrilled to welcome Jennifer Lopez back to host the American Music Awards,' Jay Penske, the CEO of Dick Clark Productions said. Advertisement "Jennifer's incredible talent and incomparable stage presence make her the ideal host of the show. "We know she will bring her one-of-a-kind energy to the official kick off celebration of summer." Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck relationship timeline JLo and Ben were first linked together in 2002 and became engaged later that year. However, they called off the wedding just two years later. They rekindled their romance in 2021 and finally got hitched in 2022 before filing for divorce this year. Here is a timeline of their love story: June 2002 - Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck met on the set of Gigli and JLo divorced from her second husband Cris Judd November 2002 - Ben proposed to JLo with a six-carat pink diamond ring September 2003 - JLo and Ben called off their wedding and blamed it on 'excessive media attention' January 2004 - The celebrity couple announce they are heading separate ways July 2021 - JLo posts an intimate photo of herself beside Ben and they begin dating again April 2022 - Ben proposes to JLo for a second time July 2022 - The celebrity couple officially August 2022 - Ben and JLo have a second A-list wedding at their $8.9million George estate February 2023 - Ben and JLo go viral after she is seen appearing to scold him at the Grammy Awards as the camera swung by their table, while photos often showed him looking exhausted and miserable on outings with his wife. May 2024 - Divorce rumors began to swirl with sources alleging they were not compatible and Ben was sick of marriage. July 2024 - The pair publicly listed their new marital home for $68 million and it was reported they were living separately in new properties. August 2024 - JLo finally filed for divorce on their second wedding anniversary on August 20. HUGE MISHAP The star previously showed off a The On The Floor hitmaker, 55, said she needed stitches to fix the gash on her nose. Advertisement In the first photo, Her nose looked noticeably redder and swollen following the injury that happened last week. Jennifer then posted a picture as she went makeup free and revealed the visible cut on her nose. She clarified: "Happened during AMAs rehearsals." Advertisement Luckily Jennifer's celebrity plastic surgeon Dr. Jason Diamond was on hand to help stitch her up. OPENING UP It came shortly after her movie star ex director and actor cited the couple's differing views on fame as he discussed their highly publicised split. He insisted that there was "no scandal, no soap opera , no intrigue" when it came to their separation. Advertisement Ben, 52, first dated superstar Jennifer, 55, from 2002 to 2004 before he called off their first engagement. After encountering each other at industry parties, they became pals when they worked together on the set of Gigli in 2001. Less than a year later, they were engaged before calling off the wedding and their relationship in 2004. After remaining in contact, they started dating again in April 2021, twenty years after their first romance. Advertisement In July 2022, However, less than two years later the 8 She donned a semi-sheer catsuit as she opened the event with her hit Dance Again Credit: Getty 8 Jennifer's racy routine also saw her sing Billie Eilish and Kendrick Lamar hits Credit: Getty Advertisement 8 She had a series of outfit changes through the night Credit: Getty 8 Fans suggested the pop princess had 'lost the plot' Credit: Getty 8 Others suggested her behaviour was designed to make ex Ben Affleck jealous Credit: Getty
Daily Mail
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Jennifer Lopez helps 'rescue' hairdresser after his life 'goes up in flames' in terrifying car fire
Barry Lee Moe, a hairdresser who works for Jennifer Lopez, thanked the superstar for helping him arrive home safely after his Jeep exploded. The two-time Emmy-winner took to Instagram to explain to his 16,000 followers the tragic chain of events that led to the I'm Real songstress lending a helping hand. 'My little Jeep caught fire while driving down I-40 near Amarillo, Texas on the legendary Route 66,' the celebrity hair professional said on Instagram. 'It was a fire so powerful, that it took my jeep, my most treasured personal belongings, and a large portion of my professional kit. 'In less than 30 minutes, I watched a corner of my world disappear before my eyes. He added: Thank you to everyone who came to my rescue in the last 48 hours. I am truly blessed to be surrounded with so much love and I am so grateful for all of you, especially the staff at the @barfieldhotel in Amarillo, who took me in like family and team @jlo and Office Romance, who got me safely home from Texas without question. I love you all.' has reached out to Barry Lee Moe for further comment on the incident.
Associated Press
06-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Irv Gotti, music executive who created Murder Inc. Records, dies at 54
NEW YORK (AP) — Irv Gotti, the boisterous, smiley music mogul who founded Murder Inc. Records and was behind major hip-hop and R&B artists, has died. He was 54. Def Jam Recordings, which was the parent company of Murder Inc., announced Gotti's death in a statement late Wednesday night. It did not give a cause of death. Gotti, whose real name was Irving Lorenzo, created the iconic hip-hop and R&B imprint with his brother in the late 1990s, with the label gaining worldwide prominence through platinum-selling artists Ashanti and Ja Rule. Gotti also worked with some of rap's most legendary artists like Jay-Z, Nas and DMX, among other huge names in the genre. 'His creative genius and unwavering dedication to the culture birthed countless hits, defining an era of music that continues to resonate with fans worldwide,' the statement from Def Jam read. Murder Inc.'s blazing run in the early 2000s produced some of music's biggest crossover records, usually involving his two biggest stars, like Ja Rule and Ashanti's 'Always On Time,' 'I'm Real' by Jennifer Lopez and Ja Rule, 'Foolish' by Ashanti and 'What's Luv' by Fat Joe featuring Ja Rule and Ashanti. Gotti also produced 'Can I Get A... ' by Jay-Z, Amil and Ja Rule, and DMX's 'We Don't Give A (expletive)' with Jadakiss and Sheek Louch. Gotti earned a Grammy in 2004 for best R&B song for Ashanti's 'Rock Wit U (Awww Baby).' The label, which got its name after Gotti watched a documentary on the original Murder, Inc. crew of mob hitmen, once came under investigation for allegedly laundering drug money for a notorious crack kingpin, leading to criminal charges against Gotti. He was eventually acquitted. The bad press around the investigation led to Gotti dropping the word 'Murder' from the title of the label to change its name to The Inc. 'All of these big records, and people would still come back and focus on the negative word 'murder,'' he said when he announced the change. Still, Gotti never changed the nickname he shared with the late Gambino family boss John Gotti, which he said was given to him by Jay-Z. 'I ain't going to change it,' he said of his name. Along with his hitmaking and music prowess, Gotti was known for his involvement in one of hip-hop's most notorious beefs between 50 Cent and Ja Rule. The long-standing feud began more than 25 years ago and resulted in dis records and at least one physical confrontation. It was never resolved. In more recent years, Gotti drew criticism from music fans for speaking about an alleged relationship with Ashanti in interviews, a claim that she has denied. Lyor Cohen, a former Def Jam executive who is now global head of music at YouTube and Google, said 'Def Jam has lost one of it's most creative soldiers.' 'He was hip hop, and when we were on bended knee he brought the heat and saved our asses. He comes from a very tight, beautiful family from Queens and it's an honor and a privilege to have known him. Irv you will be missed,' Cohen said in a statement.
Los Angeles Times
06-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Irv Gotti, Def Jam hip-hop exec and Murder Inc. co-founder, dies at 54
Irv Gotti, the Def Jam record executive behind the Murder Inc. label, has died. He was 54. In a statement posted to Gotti's Instagram, his family wrote that 'It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Irving 'Irv Gotti' Lorenzo, on February 5, 2025. Surrounded by family and friends, he departed this world, leaving behind a legacy that will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew him and the countless lives he touched. Our dad was an incredible man, a true visionary who transformed the hip-hop industry and changed the game for artists and fans alike. His passion for music and dedication to his craft inspired many, and his contributions will continue to influence future generations.' The statement did not include a cause of death, but Gotti had suffered several strokes and diabetes-related issues in recent years. Gotti, born Irving Domingo Lorenzo Jr. on June 26, 1970, was a key figure in the sound of '90s and 2000s hip-hop, when brash lyricism and outsized personalities blended seamlessly with pop hooks and R&B tenderness. Gotti came to prominence as an A&R rep at Def Jam, where he helped sign and cultivate era-defining acts like Jay-Z , DMX and Ja Rule. After founding his own label imprint, Murder Inc., in 1998, his trademark sound — pairing gruff rap vocals with gentler R&B choruses — yielded crossover hits like a pair of remixes of 'I'm Real' and 'Ain't It Funny' from Jennifer Lopez and Ja Rule; Ja Rule and Ashanti's 'Always on Time,' and Ashanti's own 'Rain on Me,' 'Foolish' and 'Mesmerize.' In a statement posted to social media, Def Jam said that 'His contributions at Def Jam, as both an A&R executive and in partnership with Murder Inc. helped pave the way for the next generation of artists and producers, a force that reshape the soundscape of hip-hop and R&B. His creative genius and unwavering dedication to the culture birthed countless hits, defining an era of music that continues to resonate with fans worldwide.' Gotti's own production work included the song 'Can I Live' off Jay Z's 1996 debut 'Reasonable Doubt' and tracks by Kanye West, Fat Joe, Memphis Bleek and Christina Milian. His genre interests extended beyond hip-hop: In 2007, he released 'Heroes and Thieves' from singer-songwriter Vanessa Carlton, after changing his label name to the Inc. His career as a mogul was in doubt after an FBI investigation in the mid-2000s, one that culminated in a raid of Murder Inc.'s offices. The FBI was investigating alleged ties to drug kingpin Kenneth 'Supreme' McGriff. Gotti was acquitted, and he ultimately moved into TV production with 'Tales,' a BET hip-hop anthology series, Gotti is survived by his children Angie, Sonny and Jonathan Wilson; his Murder Inc. co-founder and brother Chris Lorenzo; mother Nee Nee Lorenzo and sisters Tina and Angie.
