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FBI spent 40 years watching Aretha Franklin

Towleroad October 3, 2022 Leave a Comment

Published by BANG Showbiz EnglishThe FBI had a 270-page file on the late Aretha Franklin after spying on her for 40 years. The Queen of Soul - who … [Read more...] about FBI spent 40 years watching Aretha Franklin

Topics: Aaon, Music More Posts About: Aretha Franklin

Grammy Awards are undergoing sweeping changes with new Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr.

Towleroad April 1, 2022 Leave a Comment

Published by The San Diego Union-TribuneHarvey Mason Jr. had a singular when he became a dues-paying member of the Recording Academy, under whose … [Read more...] about Grammy Awards are undergoing sweeping changes with new Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr.

Topics: Aaon, towleroad More Posts About: Aretha Franklin, Beyonce, Harvey, john legend, Justin Bieber, Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 14 LaLaPaRuZa Descends Into March Madness — RECAP

Bobby Hankinson March 19, 2022 Leave a Comment

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On its own, RuPaul's Drag Race format-breaking LaLaPaRuZa Lip Sync Smackdown was a needed jolt in the show's sagging midseason. But, once the last … [Read more...] about ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 14 LaLaPaRuZa Descends Into March Madness — RECAP

Topics: News, Drag More Posts About: Aretha Franklin, Beyonce, En Vogue, Jasmine, Lip Sync, rupaul's drag race, TV Recaps, Willow

Jennifer Hudson As Aretha Franklin in ‘Respect’ Gives All of Herself; Her Own Intense Traumas Gave Entree to Franklin’s: WATCH the GMA Medley

Towleroad August 12, 2021 Leave a Comment

Playlist: Jennifer Hudson as Aretha Franklin Franklin's Site   Published by AFP   Actress/singer Jennifer Hudson was … [Read more...] about Jennifer Hudson As Aretha Franklin in ‘Respect’ Gives All of Herself; Her Own Intense Traumas Gave Entree to Franklin’s: WATCH the GMA Medley

Topics: Aaon, Entertainment, Featured, Film/TV/Stream, Music, Nature/Climate More Posts About: Jennifer Hudson, Aretha Franklin, Film, News

Aretha Franklin Movie: “You’re Going to Win an Oscar for Playing Me, Right?”; First Thing The Legendary Singer Told Jennifer Hudson

Towleroad July 31, 2021 Leave a Comment

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  Published by BANG Showbiz English   Aretha Franklin told Jennifer Hudson she would win an Oscar for playing her. The … [Read more...] about Aretha Franklin Movie: “You’re Going to Win an Oscar for Playing Me, Right?”; First Thing The Legendary Singer Told Jennifer Hudson

Topics: Aaon, Entertainment, Music More Posts About: Oscars, Aretha Franklin, Jennifer Hudson, Movie Premiere

Jennifer Hudson Becomes Aretha Franklin in ‘Respect’ Teaser, Delivers Powerhouse BET Performance: WATCH

Andy Towle June 29, 2020 Leave a Comment

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Jennifer Hudson transforms into Aretha Franklin in a role built for her powerhouse pipes. According to the film's synopsis: "Aretha Franklin sings in … [Read more...] about Jennifer Hudson Becomes Aretha Franklin in ‘Respect’ Teaser, Delivers Powerhouse BET Performance: WATCH

Topics: Entertainment, Film/TV/Stream, Music, towleroad More Posts About: Aretha Franklin, Entertainment, Film, Jennifer Hudson, movies

Madonna Slammed for Self-Indulgent Aretha Franklin Tribute, Cultural Appropriation at MTV VMAs: WATCH

Towleroad August 21, 2018 Leave a Comment

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   Madonna stole headlines at last night's MTV VMAs (above), and not the good kind. Called on to present the award for Video of the Year, … [Read more...] about Madonna Slammed for Self-Indulgent Aretha Franklin Tribute, Cultural Appropriation at MTV VMAs: WATCH

Topics: Living | Loving, World More Posts About: Aretha Franklin, Madonna, VMAs

Gay Iconography: RIP and Long Live the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin

Bobby Hankinson August 16, 2018 Leave a Comment

There are some figures whose revered status in the gay community never translates to mainstream accolades. But then there are some gay icons who not … [Read more...] about Gay Iconography: RIP and Long Live the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin

Topics: Music, towleroad More Posts About: Aretha Franklin, Entertainment

Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin Dead at 76

Andy Towle August 16, 2018 Leave a Comment

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Aretha Franklin, the queen of soul whose health had declined rapidly in recent days, has died at 76 at home, her publicist confirmed. The musical … [Read more...] about Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin Dead at 76

Topics: Music, towleroad More Posts About: Aretha Franklin, Deaths, Entertainment

Soul Music Icon Aretha Franklin Reportedly ‘Gravely Ill’ and Family Asks for Prayers and Privacy

Andy Towle August 13, 2018 Leave a Comment

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVp9QsvBPBw Soul music legend Aretha Franklin, the voice of the iconic classics "Respect", "Natural Woman", and "I … [Read more...] about Soul Music Icon Aretha Franklin Reportedly ‘Gravely Ill’ and Family Asks for Prayers and Privacy

Topics: Music, towleroad More Posts About: Aretha Franklin, Entertainment

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