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Sofia Richie Grainge is expecting her second child. The 27-year-old model gave birth to daughter Eloise, who she has with husband Elliot Grainge, just 17 months ago, and the toddler is to become a big sister next year.

Entertainment News / Music Times / October 14

Lionel Richie Spills Shocking Secret: Michael Jackson Called 'Smelly' by Quincy

In his new memoir, Lionel Richie recounts a startling anecdote about his longtime friend Michael Jackson, revealing that legendary producer Quincy Jones gave the pop icon the unflattering nickname "Smelly" because of persistent body odor, a detail that paints a more human — and imperfect — portrait of one of music's biggest stars.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / October 6

Lionel Richie called Michael Jackson 'smelly'

Lionel Richie used to call Michael Jackson "smelly" because the late King of Pop rarely changed his clothes. The veteran singer was close friends with

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / October 4

Lionel Richie: 'The same crooks that were trying to take advantage of Michael Jackson were coming to take advantage of me'

Lionel Richie claims “crooks” tried to take advantage of him and Michael Jackson. The 76-year-old musician was close friends with the late King of Pop – who died in 2009 at the age of 50 – and he revealed how sorry he felt for the former child star that he never got to experience a normal life.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / October 4

Lionel Richie on adoption: 'Forget biological, I don’t know the difference'

Lionel Richie says daughter Nicole Richie taught him about love. The 76-year-old musician and his first wife, Brenda Harvey, became Nicole’s legal guardians when she was three and later adopted her when she was nine and Lionel insisted Nicole “was the one who actually taught me how to fall in love”.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / October 3

Lionel Richie would get fans to eat with him during his early years of stardom

Lionel Richie would get fans to eat meals with him because he was worried about being alone early in his career. The Hello hitmaker explained that he would seek out fans to dine with him as he found it hard spending time on his own when he wasn't performing.

Entertainment News / Music Times / October 1

Lionel Richie Reveals Why Michael Jackson Was Nicknamed 'Smelly' by Quincy Jones

In his newly released memoir "Truly," Lionel Richie shares a surprising and humorous behind-the-scenes story about his close friend Michael Jackson — including why legendary producer Quincy Jones nicknamed the King of Pop "Smelly." Richie, 76, writes that the nickname wasn't meant to hurt.

Lionel Richie's Beverly Hills Mansion Targeted in Midnight Burglary Attempt; Suspect Arrested

Authorities arrested a suspect early Friday morning after an attempted break-in at Lionel Richie's Beverly Hills mansion, according to reports. The Beverly Hills Police Department confirmed to Fox News Digital that a 38-year-old man was detained near the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Beverly Glen Boulevard.

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20 awesome covers of pop songs from metal bands

When it comes to metal, it's usually the harder and heavier the better. Even when covering pop songs.

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25 iconic songs created by Quincy Jones

Here’s a list of essential tracks that showcase the brilliance of Quincy Jones, a true master of his craft.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / May 20, 2024

Abi Carter Speaks Out After Winning ‘American Idol’ & Advice She Got From Katy Perry

When Abi Carter performed Billie Eilish’s “What Was I Made For?” from Barbie in her American Idol audition, the judges predicted big things. Katy Perry mentioned Top 10 material while Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie went as far as to throw out that they may have heard the winner.

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20 iconic performances from 20th century award shows

From Diana Ross and Lionel Richie at the 1982 Grammy Awards to Britney Spears's star turn on the 1999 VMAs, flip through the slideshow for 20 of the 20th century's greatest awards show performances.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / May 5, 2024

‘American Idol’ Reveals Top 5 After Night of Dance, Adele & Mentor Ciara (Recap)

[Warning: The below contains spoilers for American Idol.] With the finale in sight, the Top 7 tackled dance songs and took on the songbook of the iconic Adele.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / April 30, 2024

‘American Idol’: Who Got the Judge’s Save to Round Out the Top 7? (Recap)

[Warning: The below contains spoilers for American Idol.] Less than 24 hours after Sunday’s shocking results, the American Idol competition moved forward with the “Judge’s Song Contest.” Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie gave the Top 8 their picks on what they should sing on the April 29 episode.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / April 8, 2024

‘American Idol’ First Top 24 Take Stage in Hawaii for America’s Vote (Recap)

[Warning: The below contains spoilers for American Idol.] The Top 24 of American Idol ventured to the island paradise of Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / February 9, 2024

‘American Idol’ Auditions: Meet Judge Faves Blake Proehl, Julia Gagnon, Athena Jett & Abi Carter (Video)

American Idol is gearing up to kick off its 22nd season on ABC beginning Sunday, February 18, and we have your exclusive first look at the competition with four handpicked auditions featuring singers the judges (Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan), and host Ryan Seacrest want you to take note of.

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Rise and shine: 20 awesome songs to wake up to

Get ready to seize the day and start your morning off right with these 20 tracks.

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The 30 most impactful drummers in music history

It's quite the task to limit a list to only 30 drummers who have paved the way for others, incorporated some trendsetting technique, or provided technically masterful playing. That said, we gave it a shot, listed in alphabetical order.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / December 2, 2021

'American Idol' sets premiere date for 20th overall season

Ryan Seacrest will return as host, as will Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie as judges. That has been the group holding "Idol" down since the rebooted franchise debuted in March 2018.

The 20 most iconic & groundbreaking reality TV shows

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / September 1, 2021

Lionel Richie creates 'All Night Love' flavor for Tyra Banks' SMiZE ice cream brand

Alexa, play "All Night Long (All Night)" by Lionel Richie.

Hitsville USA: The 20 greatest Motown singles

The 50 greatest music videos of all time

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / May 17, 2021

Lionel Richie & Luke Bryan support Caleb Kennedy following controversial 'American Idol' exit

Chayce Beckham, Grace Kinstler and Willie Spence were revealed as the final three American Idol contestants at the end of Sunday night's semifinal episode—eliminating 16-year-old rocker Casey Bishop.

Top-5 'American Idol' contestant leaves after racially insensitive photo resurfaces online

20 throwback jams to blare during summertime drives

25 pop hitmakers who should be your spring cleaning soundtrack

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