Illinois State

I can remember vividly watching the Democratic National Convention in July of 2004 and seeing Illinois state Sen. Barack Obama for the first time — well, I knew about him, but seeing him speak for the first time. The Democratic presidential nominee at the time pegged Obama to give the keynote. Many said, “Who?” But when he appeared and spoke, it was spellbinding.

After 20 years, and after tonight, Obama will no longer be the Democrats' top star

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The former first lady shaded Donald Trump's racist remarks about "Black jobs."

Michelle Obama Asks Who’s Gonna Tell Trump He Might Be Seeking ‘One Of Those Black Jobs’

The Independent

 A White House aide reportedly called Michelle Obama’s speech at the Democratic National Convention an “implicit rebuke” to President Joe Biden’s term, perpetuating rumors that there is a rift between the president and his former boss Barack Obama.The former first lady delivered a powerful speech on the second night of the DNC. She anticipated that a Kamala Harris presidency would bring a long-dormant sense of “hope” back to the country, reminding the nation of the enthusiasm felt during the Obama years — while glossing over President Biden’s term.“Something wonderfully magical is in the air, isn’t it?” Michelle Obama began....

White House aide says Michelle Obama’s speech was ‘implicit rebuke of the Biden era’

Mediaite

Michael Moore expects a debate between Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris to be everything he’s been hoping for for the past eight years. In an interview with The Guardian, Moore praised the success of Harris’s campaign, but also warned Democrats the election is far from won because “we have a history of blowing it.” The filmmaker also predicted Trump would be more triggered facing off against Harris in a debate than he was in past debates with President Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton. Harris, Moore argued, gets under the former president’s skin more than others.

Michael Moore Predicts Trump Could ‘Explode’ And ‘Start Talking Like a 12 Year Old’ During Harris Debate

Chicago, IL

The NPR Network will be reporting live from Chicago throughout the week bringing you the latest on the Democratic National Convention. The Chicks — formerly known as The Dixie Chicks — will sing “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the Democratic National Convention Thursday night. That performance, and the group’s presence, will provide the latest chapter in The Chicks’ long and complicated political history.

When The Chicks perform the National Anthem tonight at the DNC, they’ll bring a complicated history

RadarOnline

Jay Leno is facing the inevitable as he makes end-of-life arrangements dictating how his fortune should be divvied up when he dies.Court documents obtained by RadarOnline.com reveal the 74-year-old and his wife, Mavis, plan to leave a seven-figure chunk of dough to family and also open a museum to honor Jay's passion for cars.The former late-night host updated his will in a Los Angeles court after being appointed as conservator for Mavis, 77, who has been battling severe dementia.His latest filing detailed provisions for his ailing wife's care and said the couple intended to remain in their home "for as...

Jay Leno Prepares to Die: 'Tonight Show' Icon, 74, Reveals Final Wishes and Plans to Erect Car Museum in His Honor — 'No One Lives Forever'

American Songwriter

Plenty of sons of famous country stars are currently carrying the torch for their families. Just as well, a number of famous country star daughters have also made the move to make music and walk in their parents’ footsteps. Let’s look at five country star daughters who are carrying on the family legacy!

5 Country Star Daughters Who Are Carrying On the Family Legacy

Fox News

Michelle Obama wore a $1,690 Monse blazer and $890 trousers while telling the DNC her parents "were suspicious of folks who took more than they needed."

Michelle Obama wore nearly $3K pantsuit to DNC while touting her parents were 'suspicious' of the wealthy

South Carolina State

The US Sun

JUSTIN Bieber’s fans think they’ve spotted another clue that he and wife Hailey have secretly welcomed their first child together. On Wednesday, August 21, Justin, 30, shared a prayer for guidance written by “my broski” and Churchome leader Judah Smith on Instagram. Justin and wife Hailey, 27, have been members of the non-demonimational church for […]

Justin Bieber prays for ‘guidance’ as fans suspect wife Hailey secretly gave birth to first child

Los Angeles County, CA

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

PopCrush

Some country stars are very familiar with the difficult romances they sing about. Do you know which country stars have been married three or four times or more? One country star has even been married a whopping six times. Read on to see which country artists married and divorced their...

18 Country Singers Who’ve Been Married the Most Times

USA TODAY

Empty seats at the DNC sparked controversy online, but transportation delays caused by protests were the real issue.

Why were there so many empty seats at the Democratic National Convention? Here's why:

Taste of Country

Keith Urban and Lainey Wilson have just dropped a new video for their duet, "Go Home W U." Will they lead the most popular videos in country music this week?. The clever video features Urban performing the track in a bar, while Wilson appears on the screen of a TV. As the clip progresses, Urban disappears, only to re-appear on the screen with his duet partner:

Will Keith Urban + Lainey Wilson Head Up the Week’s Top Videos?

North Carolina State

Michele Morrow thinks children are being 'indoctrinated' by public schools and wouldn't answer if the 2020 election was stolen.

She 'sarcastically' said Obama should be killed. Now she wants to control kids' education.

"My band," Urban jokes when asked what he needs backstage at every show. "It's good if they're there, so I can walk out and play with some music." "I don't have any of that, like, you know what I mean?" he adds, remaining modest. "The rider and the whole thing. I'm pretty low-key, I don't need much."

Keith Urban Only Requires Two Things Backstage at Every Show [Exclusive]

Waddling up the 107 steps of Wembley Stadium in the height of a climatically challenging, verging on cruel, summer isn’t exactly how I envisaged I’d spend my night. Crowds of pre-teens race up the stairs next to me, hand-in-hand, adorned in feather boas, pink rhinestone-frosted cowboy hats, glitter and stacks of friendship bracelets. Merchandise touts flog Taylor Swift-emblazoned T-shirts and hoodies with the fervour of gavel-waving auctioneers at the close of sale. Not since attending Britney Spears’ ‘Oops!... I Did It Again Tour’ in 2000 – my first taste of pop stardom, IRL – have I felt the palpable electricity of fan mania, musical adoration and, more poignantly, hope in the balmy August air.

I'm Six Months Pregnant, This Is What Attending Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Taught Me About Growing Up

One of the most beloved Hollywood stars in the history of television, in particular, was actress Frances Bavier, who died in 1989 at age 85. The likable actress became best known for her compassionate and nurturing role as Aunt Bee on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968).

Beloved 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Frances Bavier ("Aunt Bee"): A Look Back at Her Life and Career

Tennessee State

Gretchen Wilson recently sold her luxurious home in rural Tennessee, and in a new interview, the country singer reveals that she had to jump through some unusual hoops to get the deal done. Talking to Taste of Country Nights host Evan Paul, the "Redneck Woman' singer revealed that she had...

Gretchen Wilson Went to Extremes to Sell Her Luxurious Tennessee Home [Pictures]

Kamala Harris’ rise to become the Democratic nominee for president has been sudden and abrupt, following close behind President Biden’s decision to withdraw from the 2024 race. While many Americans celebrated Biden’s decision after his declining health became evident, some Republicans were thrown off by the quick shift to Kamala Harris.

Kamala Harris is trying to pull off a fast one

Modern country music as we know it started to kick off in the 2000s. While the 20th century included classic artists like Dolly Parton, Hank Williams, Loretta Lynn, Garth Brooks and Charley Pride, the 21st century began to usher in new performers and songwriters—names we know well today, which we will dive into here below.

3 Country Songs From the 2000s That Are Forever Eternalized

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The Most Politically Outspoken Country Singers

Most country singers subscribe to one degree or another to the old notion of \"shut up and sing,\" keeping their political beliefs separate from their public...

Most country singers subscribe to one degree or another to the old notion of "shut up and sing," keeping their political beliefs separate from their public...

The Most Politically Outspoken Country Singers

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