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On the night before Election Day, Kamala Harris brings in celebrities. Donald Trump is unimpressed
Read full article: On the night before Election Day, Kamala Harris brings in celebrities. Donald Trump is unimpressedOn the night before Election Day, at campaign events across the country, celebrities turned out in force for Kamala Harris' presidential campaign.
Nicky Jam withdraws endorsement of Donald Trump over comedian's 'garbage' comment about Puerto Rico
Read full article: Nicky Jam withdraws endorsement of Donald Trump over comedian's 'garbage' comment about Puerto RicoPuerto Rican reggaeton singer Nicky Jam has withdrawn his endorsement of Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election a month after appearing at a rally for the candidate.
Florida leaders, celebs react to Tony Hinchcliffe calling Puerto Rico ‘floating piece of garbage’
Read full article: Florida leaders, celebs react to Tony Hinchcliffe calling Puerto Rico ‘floating piece of garbage’A comment made by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe at a Miami rally for former President Donald Trump on Sunday has sparked bipartisan backlash and ignited strong reactions among Puerto Rican community leaders, local politicians and voters in South Florida.
Who is comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, who insulted Puerto Rico at Trump's Madison Square Garden rally?
Read full article: Who is comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, who insulted Puerto Rico at Trump's Madison Square Garden rally?Of the nearly 30 speakers who recently warmed up the crowd for Donald Trump at Madison Square Garden, one has gotten most of the attention — comedian Tony Hinchcliffe.
'Palm Royale' features Carol Burnett, Kristen Wiig, Allison Janney and new-to-comedy Ricky Martin
Read full article: 'Palm Royale' features Carol Burnett, Kristen Wiig, Allison Janney and new-to-comedy Ricky MartinThe new Apple TV+ series “Palm Royale" set in 1969 takes a satirical look at the lengths a woman takes for acceptance into high society.
Puerto Rico star Ricky Martin faces sexual assault complaint
Read full article: Puerto Rico star Ricky Martin faces sexual assault complaintA sexual assault complaint has been filed against Puerto Rico pop star Ricky Martin, who recently sued his nephew over what he said were false allegations of sexual abuse.
Ricky Martin sues nephew, alleges million-dollar losses
Read full article: Ricky Martin sues nephew, alleges million-dollar lossesPuerto Rican superstar Ricky Martin has filed a lawsuit against his nephew accusing him of extortion, malicious persecution, abuse of law and damages stemming from false allegations that attorneys say cost the singer and actor millions of dollars in lost income.
Ricky Martin faces accusations of incest in Puerto Rico
Read full article: Ricky Martin faces accusations of incest in Puerto RicoRicky Martin is facing accusations of incest from a 21-year-old nephew and a judge issued a domestic-violence restraining order against him, according to El Vocero, a newspaper in Puerto Rico.
Lin-Manuel Miranda helps launch Latinx LGBTQ support program
Read full article: Lin-Manuel Miranda helps launch Latinx LGBTQ support program“Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda, pop star Ricky Martin and award-winning actress/singer Michaela Jae Rodriguez will join the Hispanic Federation Tuesday to launch a new advocacy initiative serving Latinx LGBTQ+ communities.
Aguilera, Hanks, De Niro and more light up Cannes amfAR gala
Read full article: Aguilera, Hanks, De Niro and more light up Cannes amfAR galaRobert De Niro was the honored guest at the 28th annual amfAR Gala Cannes, where one lucky guest won an auction to have lunch with the actor and a piece of his family history.
Songs by Wu-Tang, Alicia Keys added to Recording Registry
Read full article: Songs by Wu-Tang, Alicia Keys added to Recording RegistryDebut albums by Wu-Tang Clan and Alicia Keys, along with the Latin pop megahit “Livin' La Vida Loca” and Queen's “Bohemian Rhapsody," are being inducted into the National Recording Registry.
Penelope Cruz honored by MoMA for her career in cinema
Read full article: Penelope Cruz honored by MoMA for her career in cinemaDuring a tribute to her career at the Museum of Modern Art in New York (MoMA), Penelope Cruz recalled the Betamax videotape store that opened in her neighborhood, in a suburb of Madrid, when she was a child and that made her discover cinema.
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Enrique Iglesias and Ricky Martin to perform in Miami one year after postponing tour
Read full article: Enrique Iglesias and Ricky Martin to perform in Miami one year after postponing tourExactly one year after being postponed due to COVID-19, the highly anticipated joint tour of Enrique Iglesias and Ricky Martin has officially kicked off, and fans in Miami are in for a treat.
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Singer Ricky Martin joins efforts to build Pulse memorial
Read full article: Singer Ricky Martin joins efforts to build Pulse memorialRicky Martin performs for the 21st Latin Grammy Awards, airing on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020, at American Airlines Arena in Miami. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)ORLANDO, Fla. – Singer Ricky Martin will be a spokesman for a foundation that is building a memorial and museum to honor the 49 victims who died during a massacre at a gay Florida nightclub nearly five years ago, foundation officials said Thursday. In the unpaid position, Martin will make public service announcements promoting tolerance and also support the foundation by making social media posts, taping video messages and possibly narrating some exhibitions, foundation officials said. The goal of the outlovehate.com campaign is to raise $49 million, with proceeds going toward building a permanent National Pulse Memorial & Museum, foundation officials said. AdThe Pulse nightclub near downtown Orlando was attacked by gunman Omar Mateen in June 2016.
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New this week: Foo Fighters, 'Malcolm & Marie' and Snoopy
Read full article: New this week: Foo Fighters, 'Malcolm & Marie' and SnoopyHere’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Directed by Goro Miyazaki (Hayao Miyazaki’s son), “Earwig” follows a 10-year-old orphan girl who gets some unconventional adoptive parents. — AP Film Writer Lindsey BahrMUSIC— Foo Fighters’ 10th album was originally supposed to be released last year but was one of many projects delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Fela’s son and grandson, Femi Kuti and Made Kuti, will release a double album called “Legacy +” on Friday. Ad— “Peanuts” puppy Snoopy gets top billing in “The Snoopy Show,” an Apple TV+ animated series debuting Friday on the streaming service.
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Netflix leads GLAAD Media Awards for LGBTQ representation
Read full article: Netflix leads GLAAD Media Awards for LGBTQ representationGLAAD also noted that transgender characters were prominently featured in “9-1-1: Lone Star,” “Star Trek: Discovery,” “Saved by the Bell,” “Big Mouth” and “Supergirl.”Award recipients will be announced during a virtual ceremony scheduled for April. AdSeveral categories increased from five to 10 nominees to recognize expanding levels of diverse LGBTQ representation across several media genres. "This year’s nominees remind us that even in times of political and cultural division, diverse LGBTQ representation and visibility can enlighten, entertain, and create lasting change,” said GLAAD President & CEO Sarah Kate Ellis in a statement. AdIn its recent “Where We Are on TV” report, GLAAD found that LGBTQ and gender inclusiveness on television has retreated slightly this season due to delays and shutdowns caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Music artists who earned GLAAD nominations this year include Adam Lambert, Brandy Clark, Halsey, Kehlani, Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus, Pabllo Vittar, Peppermint, Ricky Martin and Sam Smith.
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Ladies' night at Latin Grammys: Lafourcade, Rosalía win big
Read full article: Ladies' night at Latin Grammys: Lafourcade, Rosalía win bigKarol G performs for the 21st Latin Grammy Awards, airing on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020, at American Airlines Arena in Miami. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)If you need help with the Public File, call (954) 364-2526.
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Ladies' night at Latin Grammys: Lafourcade, Rosalía win big
Read full article: Ladies' night at Latin Grammys: Lafourcade, Rosalía win big(AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)NEW YORK – A year after Rosalía made history by becoming the first solo female performer in 13 years to win the top prize at the Latin Grammys, Natalia Lafourcade followed in her footsteps with a big win at the 2020 show. The Mexican singer won album of the year — a category dominated by male acts — on Thursday night with “Un Canto Por México, Vol. Lafourcade didn't attend the Latin Grammys, which aired live on Univision and featured a number of performances, most of them pre-taped due to the coronavirus pandemic. Grammy, Emmy and Tony winner Lin-Manuel Miranda kicked off the Latin Grammys with a strong message about Latin music. Speaking in Spanish and English, he said Latin music “unites all of us and makes us human.”“This is our night,” he added.
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J Balvin, Bad Bunny set for big night at Latin Grammys
Read full article: J Balvin, Bad Bunny set for big night at Latin GrammysThis combination photo shows Natalia Lafourcade, left, and Rosalia. A year after Rosalia made history by becoming the first solo female performer in 13 years to win the top prize at the Latin Grammys, Natalia Lafourcade followed in her footsteps with a big win at the 2020 show, taking home the album of the year honor on Nov. 19, 2020, for "Un Canto Por Mxico, Vol.
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Ladies' night at Latin Grammys: Lafourcade, Rosalía win big
Read full article: Ladies' night at Latin Grammys: Lafourcade, Rosalía win big(AP Photo)NEW YORK – A year after Rosalía made history by becoming the first solo female performer in 13 years to win the top prize at the Latin Grammys, Natalia Lafourcade followed in her footsteps with a big win at the 2020 show. The Mexican singer won album of the year — a category dominated by male acts — on Thursday night with “Un Canto Por México, Vol. Lafourcade didn't attend the Latin Grammys, which aired live on Univision and featured a number of performances, most of them pre-taped due to the coronavirus pandemic. Grammy, Emmy and Tony winner Lin-Manuel Miranda kicked off the Latin Grammys with a strong message about Latin music. Speaking in Spanish and English, he said Latin music “unites all of us and makes us human.”“This is our night,” he added.
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New this week: The Boss, Billie Eilish, Borat & 'Bad Hair'
Read full article: New this week: The Boss, Billie Eilish, Borat & 'Bad Hair'(Columbia Records via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Edgier than the (also great) Gwyneth Paltrow version, Anya Taylor-Joy takes on the role of the matchmaker extraordinaire this time. — Billie Eilish was on the road for just three days before she had to cancel her worldwide tour due to the coronavirus pandemic in March. But thankfully on Saturday the Grammy-winning star will host her first global livestream concert. “Essential Heroes: A Momento Latino Event” uses music, comedy, short documentaries and celebrity appearances to explore the Latino experience.
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Reggaeton redemption: Balvin, Bunny top Latin Grammy nods
Read full article: Reggaeton redemption: Balvin, Bunny top Latin Grammy nodsJ Balvin performs during the Coca-Cola Flow Reggaeton festival in Mexico City on Nov. 23, 2019, from left, Ozuna performs at the Latin American Music Awards in Los Angeles on Oct. 17, 2019 and Bad Bunny performs a medley at the Billboard Latin Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 25, 2019. Balvin scored a whopping 13 nominations at the 2020 Latin Grammys, including two nominations for album of the year and two for record of the year. The Latin Academy announced Tuesday that Bad Bunny and Ozuna are behind Balvin with nine and eight nominations, respectively.
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Reggaeton redemption: Balvin, Bunny top Latin Grammy nods
Read full article: Reggaeton redemption: Balvin, Bunny top Latin Grammy nodsBalvin scored a whopping 13 nominations at the 2020 Latin Grammys, including two nominations for album of the year and two for record of the year. The Latin Academy announced Tuesday that Bad Bunny and Ozuna are behind Balvin with nine and eight nominations, respectively. (AP Photo)NEW YORK – At last year’s Latin Grammy Awards, popular reggaeton and Latin trap musicians such as J Balvin, Bad Bunny and Ozuna were dismissed in the show’s top categories. The Latin Academy announced Tuesday that Bad Bunny and Ozuna are behind Balvin with nine and eight nominations, respectively. Ozuna and Bad Bunny will also compete with themselves in several categories.
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Ricky Martin makes 'Pausa' to channel newly found anxiety
Read full article: Ricky Martin makes 'Pausa' to channel newly found anxietyMartin released an EP Thursday, May 28, called "Pausa." (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)NEW YORK The world paused and for the first time in his life Ricky Martin felt anxiety. I had never suffered from anxiety, and I left home when I was 12 (to join boy-band Menudo). The initial idea was to release a whole album that he had previously been working on for months, but Martin felt that the rhythms were not the most appropriate for the moment. I can be recording and literally see in my laptop the movement he is making in his console table in New York, Martin said.
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The Abbey Road Institute opens its 1st US school in Miami
Read full article: The Abbey Road Institute opens its 1st US school in MiamiAwards hang on the wall in Colombian producer Julio Reyes Copello's new Abbey Road Institute on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020, in Miami. The Abbey Road Institute announced that it will open its first music school in the United States in partnership with Copello. “I want to see (student) artists coming out of here with the sensibility, creating music that inspires.”The project is an extension of the Abbey Road Institute, a music production education program held at the Abbey Road Studios in London. “The Latin music industry and Latin talent are very important and we recognize Miami as the hub,” Luca Barassi, CEO of the Abbey Road Institute, said in a statement to the AP. Besides London, the Abbey Road Institute has campuses across Europe in Berlin, Frankfurt, Paris and Amsterdam, and in Melbourne and Johannesburg.
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Sexy Latin celebrities hit AmericanAirlines Arena for Premios Lo Nuestro 2020
Read full article: Sexy Latin celebrities hit AmericanAirlines Arena for Premios Lo Nuestro 2020MIAMI – Celebrities strolled down the hot pink carpet on Thursday night at the AmericanAirlines Arena in downtown Miami for Premios Lo Nuestro 2020, one of the most popular music industry award ceremonies on national Spanish-language television. Ricky Martin, 48, joined Univision’s 32nd annual celebration -- hosted by Pitbull and Alejandra Espinoza -- in a white suit. Daddy Yankee handed the Global Icon award to J Balvin, who performed with Jennifer Lopez during the half-time Super Bowl LIV show in Miami Gardens. The 34-year-old Colombian reggaeton singer dedicated the award to all of the Dreamers, the young immigrants who reside in the U.S. unlawfully after moving with their parents as children. Aside from Ricky Martin, J Balvin and Daddy Yankee, the ceremony’s performers also included Nicky Jam, Greeicy, Mau y Ricky, Natti Natasha, Reykon, Ricardo Montaner, Willie Colón, Yennis, Zion & Lennox, Cazzu, Chiquis, CNCO, David Bisbal, Gerardo Ortiz, Reik, Prince Royce, Thalía and Manuel Turizo.

Ricky Martin welcomes fourth child
Read full article: Ricky Martin welcomes fourth childThat's the special announcement Ricky Martin and his husband of two years, Jwan Yosef, shared on Instagram Tuesday. "Renn Martin-Yosef, our baby boy is here," the couple posted, welcoming their son to the family. The baby girl was born on New Year's Eve. Martin and Yosef are also fathers to twin sons Matteo and Valentino, born in 2008. The-CNN-Wire & 2019 Cable News Network, Inc., a Time Warner Company.

Ricky Martin shares photo of daughter
Read full article: Ricky Martin shares photo of daughter(CNN) - Ricky Martin is showing off his beautiful baby girl. The singer, who married artist husband Jwan Yosef in 2017, posted a photo of his 7-month-old daughter, Lucia Martin-Yosef, on Instagram and captioned it, "La luz de mis ojos," Spanish for "the light of my eyes." Yosef shared the photo on his Instagram account as well, writing, "Baby Lucia Martin-Yosef being the LIGHT she is." The couple announced the birth of their daughter on Instagram on New Year's Eve. "We are beyond happy to announce that we have become parents to a beautiful and healthy baby girl, Lucia Martin-Yosef," Martin wrote alongside a picture of her tiny hands.

Cellphones sought in Puerto Rico as political crisis deepens
Read full article: Cellphones sought in Puerto Rico as political crisis deepensPuerto Rican singer Ricky Martin holds a Puerto Rico flag as he participates in a protest demanding the resignation of governor Ricardo Rossello, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Friday, July 19, 2019. Protesters are demanding Rossello step down forA Puerto Rico judge issued search warrants for the cellphones of government officials involved in a crude online chat whose leak has set off a political crisis that threatens to bring down the U.S. territorys governor. Ricardo Rossell. These have been moments of complete reflection and of taking decisions based on the concerns of the people of Puerto Rico and of their best interests." ... For the good of our society and our children, pass the baton, Ricardo Rossell."

Protesters demand Puerto Rico governor's resignation
Read full article: Protesters demand Puerto Rico governor's resignationA truck carrying rapper Bad Bunny, singer Ricky Martin, and rapper Residente joins with thousands of other people as they fill the Expreso Las Amricas highway calling for the ouster of Gov. Ricardo A. Rossell on July 22, 2019, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The protesters are calling on Rossell to step down after a group chat was exposed that included misogynistic and homophobic comments. Hide Caption

Puerto Rico braces for more protests amid calls for governor's ouster
Read full article: Puerto Rico braces for more protests amid calls for governor's ouster"But with the publication of the chats, people in Puerto Rico saw how the corruption affected the response to the hurricane. US Rep. Tulsi Gabbard of Hawaii, a 2020 Democratic presidential candidate, said Hawaii and Puerto Rico "share many of the same experiences and stories." But the people of Puerto Rico are numb and they are waking us all up. Gonzlez, the island's resident commissioner, said in a letter to the governor that the protests and scandal have painted "a lawless Puerto Rico for the rest of the world." "It is time to give stability to Puerto Rico so that we can continue the reconstruction that was planned before the events of the last weeks and return the credibility of the government of Puerto Rico within the Federal Capital, the financial markets, tourism and the whole world," Gonzlez wrote.

Daddy Yankee, Puerto Rican celebs call for governor's resignation
Read full article: Daddy Yankee, Puerto Rican celebs call for governor's resignation(CNN) - Univision's Premios Juventud award show Thursday turned into a platform for celebrities to call for the resignation of the embattled governor of Puerto Rico. Puerto Rican rapper, songwriter, actor and record producer Daddy Yankee took home the award for "Best Multitasker," but used his time on stage to call for the resignation of Gov. It was a call echoed by many other artists who spoke out and others who said nothing but wore shirts with sayings like "Ricky Rossell Renuncia": Ricky Rossell Resign. More celebrities join the callThursday's show was not the first time Puerto Rican celebrities have spoken out against the governor. "I live in Puerto Rico, my family lives in Puerto Rico, my friends," he said in a video posted to Instagram.

Puerto Rico had night of protests, demonstrations
Read full article: Puerto Rico had night of protests, demonstrations"He needs to know that no one in Puerto Rico wants him," another protester told the crowd. Before reaching the governor's mansion, protesters walked playing tambourines, and banging pots and pans along with some of Puerto Rico's biggest stars. But the people of Puerto Rico are numb and they are waking us all up. He also defended the actions of police and accused protesters of unleashing tear gas and setting fires during demonstrations Monday night. I won't be part of his efforts to criminalize the legitimate right of the people of Puerto Rico to ask for his resignation," she said.

Puerto Rico governor says he's not going anywhere following controversial texts
Read full article: Puerto Rico governor says he's not going anywhere following controversial textsSAN JUAN, Puerto Rico. - In a press conference Tuesday, Puerto Rico Gov. Thousands on the island are protesting, demanding he resigns following the leak of a private chat group between the governor, members of his cabinet and associates that were exposed by Puerto Rico's Center for Investigative Reporting. Puerto Rico's CFO texted the governor: "I'm salivating to shoot her up." "They don't need politicians that are sending texts that are indecent about women."

Calls intensify for Puerto Rican governor's resignation
Read full article: Calls intensify for Puerto Rican governor's resignationCalls for Puerto Rico Gov. SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (CNN) - Calls for Puerto Rico Gov. He added, "Puerto Rico got far more money than Texas & Florida combined, yet their government can't do anything right, the place is a mess." In Washington D.C., a Tuesday protest is planned in front of the Puerto Rico Federal Affairs Administration building. CORRECTION: An earlier version of the story incorrectly referred to the US territory of Puerto Rico as a country.