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Express Tribune
26-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
GloRilla turns mugshot into merch at ‘1st Annual Glo Bash' event
Rising Memphis rapper GloRilla has embraced controversy and turned it into a bold branding move. At tonight's long-awaited GloRilla & Friends: 1st Annual Glo Bash—held in her hometown of Memphis—she is selling T‑shirts featuring her own mugshot as part of the official merchandise lineup. The merch rollout comes just days after GloRilla (born Gloria Hallelujah Woods) was arrested on July 22 in Forsyth County, Georgia, on felony drug charges. Police responding to a burglary at her residence reportedly found a large amount of marijuana and a Schedule I controlled substance in plain view. Woods, who was in Indianapolis performing at the WNBA All‑Star Game at the time, turned herself in and was released on $22,260 bond. Despite the legal battle, the show has gone on. Authorities confirmed the concert at FedExForum would proceed as planned. Fans have described the mugshot T‑shirts as "iconic," applauding the rapper's ability to reclaim the narrative in real time. This isn't the first time GloRilla has leaned into bold self-expression. The Glorious tour, which wrapped in July and featured guest stars like Muni Long and Rob49, cemented her reputation for fearless personal branding. Now, by turning her most viral downside into concert merch, she continues to blur lines between controversy and empowerment. As she headlines her first annual 'Glo Bash,' fans will no doubt be watching closely—both for the show and the statement-making fashion.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Angel Reese Shares Major Personal News on Saturday
Before Saturday's festivities, here's what you need to know: WNBA standout Angel Reese is turning 23 on May 6, and she's marking the occasion with a blowout 'Y2K'‑themed birthday bash in Chicago, sponsored by Juicy Couture. With the Chicago Sky on the mend, "Bayou Barbie" continues to build a brand that transcends the court. Advertisement Reese first teased the party in April, but took to social media again on Saturday to remind fans of the big event taking place at Hidden Gem, Chicago. She reposted the event on her Instagram story, sending the message, "Tonight we putting it on the FLO! Can't wait to see ya'll tonight." Angel Reese, InstagramAngel Reese, Instagram At LSU, Reese helped the Tigers defeat Iowa in the 2023 national championship, out‑rebounding Caitlin Clark's Hawkeyes to seize the title. In the process, she cultivated an enormous following, leading to NIL deals with major brands like McDonald's, Coach, and Mielle Organics. Her off‑court endorsements pushed her NIL valuation to $1.3 million by season's end, gaining over 3.5 million followers across TikTok, Instagram, and X. Chicago Sky forward Angel Krzaczynski-Imagn Images In her 2024 WNBA rookie season, Reese averaged 13.6 points and 13.1 rebounds per game, setting a rookie record with 446 total rebounds. Advertisement She also led the league in total offensive rebounds (172), offensive rebound percentage (16.9%), and total rebound percentage (23%). Her performance earned her selection to the WNBA All‑Star Game and a spot on the All‑Rookie Team before a wrist injury ended her season prematurely. Chicago travels to Gainbridge Fieldhouse for their season opener against the Indiana Fever on May 17. Related: Hailey Van Lith Makes Big Chicago Sky Decision After WNBA Draft Related: Former Iowa Star Gabbie Marshall Upset About New Caitlin Clark Announcement
