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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Drummer and Music Talent Agency Owner Killed in San Diego Plane Crash
Daniel Williams, the former drummer of the band The Devil Wears Prada, and Dave Shapiro, the owner of Sound Talent Group, were among those killed in a plane crash in San Diego early Thursday morning. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, the total number of fatalities is unknown at this point, but there were six people on board the private jet, the Associated Press reported. Sound Talent Group confirmed three employees died, including Shapiro, 42, but didn't share the other victims' names. More from The Hollywood Reporter Pop Star King Princess Didn't Think She Could Be an Actress (Then She Talked to a Psychic) Kendrick Lamar Commands Home Crowd as SZA Brings Out Lizzo for Surprise Duet During the First Night of L.A. Tour Stop Kid Cudi Testifies in Diddy Trial That His Car Was Set on Fire Weeks After Sean Combs Broke Into His Home 'We are devastated by the loss of our co-founder, colleagues and friends,' Shapiro's agency shared in a statement to Billboard. 'Our hearts go out to their families and to everyone impacted by today's tragedy. Thank you so much for respecting their privacy at this time.' Following his time at the Agency Group and United Talent Agency, Shapiro went on to launch Sound Talent Group in 2018 with Tim Borror and Matt Andersen. His roster included Sum 41, Pierce the Veil, I Prevail and Set It Off. Outside of his career, which also included running the Velocity Records music label, Shapiro was an avid pilot with more than a decade of flying experience. He also owned Velocity Aviation. Williams' family also told TMZ that the musician was among the victims. The Devil Wears Prada shared a tribute on the band's official Instagram account, writing, 'No words. We owe you everything. Love you forever,' along with a photo of the drummer, who reportedly played with the band from 2005 to 2016. Just before 4 a.m., the plane crashed into the Murphy Canyon neighborhood, the largest neighborhood of Navy-owned housing in the country, during foggy weather, the AP reported. The crash set at least one home on fire and numerous vehicles parked on the street ignited, as well. Several people were also injured on the ground while trying to flee the crash scene, while others were treated for smoke inhalation, authorities said. The FAA said the NTSB will lead the investigation into the crash. Best of The Hollywood Reporter Most Anticipated Concert Tours of 2025: Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar & SZA, Sabrina Carpenter and More Hollywood's Most Notable Deaths of 2025 Hollywood's Highest-Profile Harris Endorsements: Taylor Swift, George Clooney, Bruce Springsteen and More
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Angel Reese Makes Clear Declaration Before Playing Caitlin Clark
The 2025 WNBA season begins on Friday, with the highly-anticipated matchup between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever taking place on Saturday. These two Eastern Conference rivals will face off five times this year, building on what was an exciting season series in 2024. Indiana took three of four from Chicago last season, with rookie guard Caitlin Clark leading the way. In addition to her unprecedented season averages of 19.2 points, 5.7 rebounds and 8.4 assists, Clark averaged 20.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 10.0 assists in four games against Chicago (via WNBA). Advertisement Saturday's matchup will be another chapter in the storied head-to-head rivalry of Clark and Angel Reese. Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) and Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5).© Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images While Clark and Reese are much different players, their individual rivalry gained notoriety in 2023 when LSU defeated Iowa in the NCAA National Championship Game. Reese infamously mocked Clark with the "you can't see me" gesture, sparking weeks of national coverage. Ahead of Saturday's rematch, Reese declared that "Set It Off" by Boosie is Chicago's song of the summer. After LSU defeated Virginia Tech in the 2023 National Semifinal, a locker room video surfaced of the team celebrating with "Set It Off" playing in the background. Boosie, who is from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is a well-known fan of LSU. Advertisement Former Tigers guard Flau'jae Johnson uploaded the aforementioned locker room video on social media. With "Set It Off" serving as LSU's anthem prior to defeating Clark and the Hawkeyes in 2023, perhaps it can again set the vibe for Reese and her teammates as Chicago attempts to start 1-0 with a victory over Indiana on Saturday. The two teams will tip-off at 3:00 p.m. ET on ABC. Related: Chicago Sky Make Hailey Van Lith Decision Before Playing Caitlin Clark Related: Angel Reese's 1.7 Million Lead Over Caitlin Clark Turns Heads
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Boosie Badazz threw an after-party in Ohio. A shooting broke it up and left three people injured
Three people were injured early Monday morning in Akron, Ohio, in a shooting that brought a party hosted by rapper Boosie Badazz to a screeching halt. The Akron Police Department said in a report that the incident occurred at a bar on Paul Williams Street where a large crowd was in attendance, according to NBC affiliate WKYC. Police said a fight broke out and an "unidentified male suspect fired multiple shots, striking the victims." The suspect reportedly fled the venue after the shooting. Cleveland news station WOIO reported that police said the shooting occurred around 2 a.m. Monday and "off-duty, uniformed officers working security for the business heard the gunshots and called for assistance." The officers found two of the three victims: an 18-year-old man and a 36-year-old man, according to WOIO. The two men were in critical condition and taken to a local hospital. The third person, a 25-year-old, reportedly went to an emergency room with a graze-gunshot injury. The identities of the victims were not revealed. Read more: Bay Area rapper wounded in shooting at Hollywood recording studio, LAPD says A spokesperson for the Akron Police Department did not immediately respond to The Times' request for an incident report on Wednesday. Boosie Badazz (born Torence Ivy Hatch Jr.) brought his Millennium tour to Cleveland's Rocket Arena (formerly Rocket Mortage Fieldhouse) the evening of March 9. The concert also featured Trey Songz, Omarion, Bow Wow and Rick Ross. Boosie advertised a postshow party celebrating the tour stop on social media. "MY OFFICIAL AFTER PARTY TONIGHT IN #AKRON #OHIO AT FIELD HOUSE 370 PAUL WILLIAMS STREET," he wrote on Instagram. "DOORS OPEN AT 9PM | GET THERE EARLY." Video shared by TMZ shows the "Wipe Me Down" and "Set It Off" musician ducking to the ground after gunshots rang out. Akron Police Deputy Chief Michael Miller told the website "at least one shot was fired" while the rapper was onstage. The Fieldhouse Lounge and Status8 Elite Bar & Grille, located on the 300 block of Paul Williams Street, lamented the "tragic incident that took place at our establishment" in social media posts Monday. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and everyone affected by this event," the statement added. Read more: Commentary: Three years later, rapper Drakeo's killing leaves behind more questions than answers The missive informed patrons that the eateries are committed to guests' safety and will "fully cooperate with the City of Akron to ensure the safety of our community." In another statement Wednesday morning, Status8 said it will remain closed until Friday, and the Fieldhouse Lounge is temporarily closed. Shortly after noting in the second statement that "additional regulations will be put in place," Status8 released a third post outlining a dress code and security measures. The restaurant said it will no longer permit certain clothing and styles of shoes, large bags and lighters, among other prohibited times. The latest statement added: "Metal detectors will be on premises." Read more: Rapper ASAP Rocky acquitted of assault charge over alleged Hollywood shooting Police say there is an ongoing investigation to "put the pieces together and identify the shooter," according to WKYC. Boosie has not addressed the incident on social media. It also seems, as of Wednesday morning, he will carry on with upcoming commitments. He is still set to host his Spring Fling event in Philadelphia on Friday and will perform at his hip-hop festival Boosie Bash in Baton Rouge, La., later this month. A representative for Boosie Badazz did not immediately respond to The Times' request for comment Wednesday. Get notified when the biggest stories in Hollywood, culture and entertainment go live. Sign up for L.A. Times entertainment alerts. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Boosie Badazz threw an after-party in Ohio. A shooting broke it up and left three people injured
Three people were injured early Monday morning in Akron, Ohio, in a shooting that brought a party hosted by rapper Boosie Badazz to a screeching halt. The Akron Police Department said in a report that the incident occurred at a bar on Paul Williams Street where a large crowd was in attendance, according to NBC affiliate WKYC. Police said a fight broke out and an 'unidentified male suspect fired multiple shots, striking the victims.' The suspect reportedly fled the venue after the shooting. Cleveland news station WOIO reported that police said the shooting occurred around 2 a.m. Monday and 'off-duty, uniformed officers working security for the business heard the gunshots and called for assistance.' The officers found two of the three victims: an 18-year-old man and a 36-year-old man, according to WOIO. The two men were in critical condition and taken to a local hospital. The third person, a 25-year-old, reportedly went to an emergency room with a graze-gunshot injury. The identities of the victims were not revealed. A spokesperson for the Akron Police Department did not immediately respond to The Times' request for an incident report on Wednesday. Boosie Badazz (born Torence Ivy Hatch Jr.) brought his Millennium tour to Cleveland's Rocket Arena (formerly Rocket Mortage Fieldhouse) the evening of March 9. The concert also featured Trey Songz, Omarion, Bow Wow and Rick Ross. Boosie advertised a postshow party celebrating the tour stop on social media. 'MY OFFICIAL AFTER PARTY TONIGHT IN #AKRON #OHIO AT FIELD HOUSE 370 PAUL WILLIAMS STREET,' he wrote on Instagram. 'DOORS OPEN AT 9PM | GET THERE EARLY.' Video shared by TMZ shows the 'Wipe Me Down' and 'Set It Off' musician ducking to the ground after gunshots rang out. Akron Police Deputy Chief Michael Miller told the website 'at least one shot was fired' while the rapper was onstage. The Fieldhouse Lounge and Status8 Elite Bar & Grille, located on the 300 block of Paul Williams Street, lamented the 'tragic incident that took place at our establishment' in social media posts Monday. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and everyone affected by this event,' the statement added. The missive informed patrons that the eateries are committed to guests' safety and will 'fully cooperate with the City of Akron to ensure the safety of our community.' In another statement Wednesday morning, Status8 said it will remain closed until Friday, and the Fieldhouse Lounge is temporarily closed. Shortly after noting in the second statement that 'additional regulations will be put in place,' Status8 released a third post outlining a dress code and security measures. The restaurant said it will no longer permit certain clothing and styles of shoes, large bags and lighters, among other prohibited times. The latest statement added: 'Metal detectors will be on premises.' Police say there is an ongoing investigation to 'put the pieces together and identify the shooter,' according to WKYC. Boosie has not addressed the incident on social media. It also seems, as of Wednesday morning, he will carry on with upcoming commitments. He is still set to host his Spring Fling event in Philadelphia on Friday and will perform at his hip-hop festival Boosie Bash in Baton Rouge, La., later this month. A representative for Boosie Badazz did not immediately respond to The Times' request for comment Wednesday.
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rapper Offset announces Russia gig despite label's boycott
Offset has announced he'll be playing an arena gig in Russia next month. The US-based rapper is set to perform at Moscow's MTC Live Hall on 18 April, confirming the show on his Instagram. Real name Kiari Cephus, Offset is signed to Motown Records, owned by Universal Music Group (UMG), one of a number of labels which announced it was suspending operations in Russia after it launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. BBC Newsbeat has contacted UMG and Offset's representatives for comment. Days after the Russian invasion, UMG released a statement saying it was "suspending all operations in Russia and closing our offices there". "We urge an end to the violence in Ukraine as soon as possible," a spokesperson said. "We are adhering to international sanctions and, along with our employees and artists, have been working with groups from a range of countries to support humanitarian relief efforts to bring urgent aid to refugees in the region." A number of other labels and promoters, including Live Nation, Warner Music Group and Sony Music took similar action. Many artists, including Green Day, Louis Tomlinson and Yungblud have cancelled planned gigs since the war started. However some have resumed shows there, most recently rapper DaBaby - signed to Interscope, also part of UMG - who posted updates on his Instagram from his Moscow gig last week. Some Russian musicians were also "blacklisted" over their anti-war views. Offset found fame as part of rap trio Migos with tracks like Stir Fry and Bad and Boujee, and has been releasing solo music since 2017. Last year he completed his first solo headlining tour, following the release of his 2023 album Set It Off. The site selling tickets for his Moscow gig describes Offset, who used to be married to Cardi B, as "a showman who turns a concert into a theatrical performance". It goes on to say the rapper is "leaving the past behind and striving to become better - more confident, aware, and full of energy". The gig has not been confirmed by his label Motown Records and is not listed on his official website, but has been listed on a bespoke site for the event shared by Offset as well as the venue's site. Tickets are priced between 5,000 - 45,000 Russian roubles - about £40 - £400. Listen to Newsbeat live at 12:45 and 17:45 weekdays - or listen back here. What pause in US military aid could mean for Ukraine What hurdles does Europe's peace plan for Ukraine face? Trump says he 'appreciates' Zelensky message on Ukraine peace
