R. Kelly has pleaded not guilty on all 10 counts of aggravated sexual abuse against him. His attorney Steve Greenberg entered the plea for the R&B singer in a Chicago courtroom.
After spending the weekend in jail, R. Kelly is back in court Monday for the second time in two days. Kelly, one of the most successful R&B acts of all time, was indicted on 10 counts of aggravated sexual abuse against four victims, prosecutors said.
Three of the accusers would have been underage at the time of the alleged crimes.
Wearing an orange jail jumpsuit and flanked by two sheriff's deputies, Kelly entered a Chicago courtroom Monday morning to learn which judge will preside at trial.
On Saturday, Kelly's bond was set at $1 million. To leave police custody, he'd have to pay 10% of the total, or $100,000.
But Kelly couldn't come up with the cash. The 52-year-old has a spate of financial problems -- including unpaid rent and unpaid child support."
This is someone who should be wealthy at this stage of his career," Kelly's attorney Steve Greenberg said. He said "mismanagement," "hangers-on" and "bad deals" are some of the reasons Kelly "really doesn't have any money at this point."So for now, Kelly will keep going back and forth between Cook County Jail and the courthouse.
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R. Kelly has pleaded not guilty on all 10 counts of aggravated sexual abuse against him. His attorney Steve Greenberg entered the plea for the R&B singer in a Chicago courtroom.
After spending the weekend in jail, R. Kelly is back in court Monday for the second time in two days. Kelly, one of the most successful R&B acts of all time, was indicted on 10 counts of aggravated sexual abuse against four victims, prosecutors said.
Three of the accusers would have been underage at the ...
President Trump slammed Oscar-winner Spike Lee for making a “racist hit” on him during his acceptance speech for an Academy Award Sunday night.
“Be nice if Spike Lee could read his notes, or better yet not have to use notes at all, when doing his racist hit on your President, who has done more for African Americans (Criminal Justice Reform, Lowest Unemployment numbers in History, Tax Cuts,etc.) than almost any other Pres!,” Trump tweeted on Monday morning.
Lee was accepting an Oscar for best-adapted screenplay for his movie “BlackKklansman” when he referred to the upcoming 2020 presidential election.
“Before the world tonight, I give praise to my ancestors who built our country, along with the genocide of our native people,” the “She’s Got to Have It” director said. “When we regain our humanity it will be a powerful moment. The 2020 election is around the corner – let’s all mobilize and be on the right side of history. Make the moral choice between love versus hate.”
“Let’s do the right thing! You know I had to get that in there,” he added.
Lee accepted the award with co-writers David Rabinowitz, Charlie Wachtel and Kevin Willmott.
The movie based in the 1970s follows a black police officer in Colorado who dupes the Ku Klux Klan into thinking he’s a white man.
It closes with images taken from real footage of the “Unite the White” rally in Charlottesville, Va., in August 2017 that led to the death of Heather Heyer.
She was killed when a Nazi sympathizer drove his car into a crowd of counter-protesters.
Trump was highly criticized for his remarks about the white supremacists rally, especially the comment “you had people that were very fine people, on both sides.”
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President Trump slammed Oscar-winner Spike Lee for making a “racist hit” on him during his acceptance speech for an Academy Award Sunday night.
“Be nice if Spike Lee could read his notes, or better yet not have to use notes at all, when doing his racist hit on your President, who has done more for African Americans (Criminal Justice Reform, Lowest Unemployment numbers in History, Tax Cuts,etc.) than almost any other Pres!,” Trump tweeted on Monday morning.
Lee was accepting an...
As always, we're all adults here. These are my honest opinions and reactions to each persons look, not who they are inside. If you're sensitive, move on.
Lady Gaga starts our review. People are comparing this look to Audrey Hepburn and it's hard not to agree. It's classic and gorgeous and made her look every bit the star she is.
Brie Larson. Ok. I mean I don't really like the dress, though I bet it feels really wild on your body. But the lack of make up, the lifeless hair and then a dress like that... it's all over the place. I don't care for it.
Allison Janney looks fab. She looks dignified and elegant. What else can I say.
Bradley Cooper, his mama, Gloria Campano and baby mama, Irina Shayk. You can just tell by looking at her that Mama Gloria is a real pill. Irina is wearing Burberry and she looks great. Bradley... call me.
I don't know Sza, but she has my respect. Zsa is wearing Vivienne Westwood and if you think her hair is crazy, back up. That's how you wear VW. You go all in. You should look like it's 1890 and you're fleeing Jack the Ripper.
Linda Cardellini in Schiaparelli. Ok so first off, you go Linda Cardellini. I didn't even know you were still a thing. Second, haters are going to come at you over this dress, but I get you. I love this thing. You look like Anna Nicole Smith's canopy bed.
Tina Fey ... if there are infinite universes, Tina Fey is me in the one where I go off and am successful. She's my soulmate. But she's a boring dresser. Whatevs. Move on.
Amy Adams in Versace. This is a shame. This dress is a piece of art, but it's not camera friendly. You miss 90% of it. I'm indifferent about the rest.
Kiki Layne also in Versace. I love this. She looks tall and proud. The bow is a wonderful accent and she knew to let it take focus and didn't bother with jewelry. Love.
Jennifer Lopez in Tom Ford. I mean, whatever. I love Tom Ford, he's a genius. But this just looks like a flattened disco ball and it's not so much "Oscar red carpet" as it is "Vegas residency".
Charlize Theron in Dior.... I had no idea that was Charlize. She looks like the mean old House Master at some snooty boarding school. The dress is for someone 30 years older than her and not at all flattering.
Lucy Boynton is wearing a special made Rodarte and she is haunting. I really can't decide how I'm reacting to it. On one hand I really love the color, the sweetness of the drop shoulder and puffy sleeves. Or am I turned off by the fact she looks like she should be in a crystal box, forever lying in repose. I think I do like it.
Emma Stone looks delightfully stoned in what I can only assume is a dress obtained through a miscommunication. It almost looks... is it furry? It's Louis Vuitton, for what that's worth. I don't care for it.
Sarah Paulson ... whatever. This is ridiculous, but she's such a unique individual. I just assume she'll be in something ... different.
Lisa Bonet is a childhood fav of mine. The dress is very Lisa. Husband Jason Momoa is matching, which is so cute.
Regina King is on my personal fame squad. So like Tina I'll just say she isn't the person you look to for "wow" dresses. But she looks gorgeous. Look at them eyes.
Glenn Close in Carolina Herrera. What a perfect pairing. Carolina Herrera exudes class and distinction in her designs, so it was only fitting she dress a legend in gold.
Helen Mirren is ALWAYS the epitome of grace and loveliness and last night was no exception. Here in a pink Schiaparelli tulle number. Just perfection.
Mellisa McCarthy looked amazing in a Brandon Maxwell pant suit. I LOVE a nice pant suit on the carpet. Super dramatic with the long cape. I could do with some pop of color earrings or something, but she looks fab.
Gemma Chan is getting some crap for this Valentino number and I get it. It's a bit parachutey. But I am digging it. Hot pink was a popular color this year and this is a statement piece. Respect.
Laura Harrier is wearing the best accessory there is. A huge smile. She looks so happy to be there. And her mad cut muscular arms are pow! out of that bejeweled Louis Vuitton and those Harry Winstons around her neck.
Angela Bassett in Reem Acra. Reem is one of my favorite designers and Angela one of my favorite actresses. So that's hot. Angela can do no wrong and I love this over the shoulder look. Smoldering, girl.
Gabrielle Union ... ok this wasn't at the show, but rather an after party, but how could I not include this perfect look. The hair is so cute. The color of that dress on her skin... she looks UH-mazing.
Michelle Yeoh was living her Crazy Rich Asians best with Elie Saab couture. I wish this showed better in photos. It's crystals are iridescent and practical light up. She looks amazing.
In conclusion, I think I'm going to have to give my top prize to Lady Gaga in the perfect Alexander McQueen dress. She just looks like one of those old french poster ads for champagne. She needs one of those long cigarette holders. For show, of course.
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As always, we're all adults here. These are my honest opinions and reactions to each persons look, not who they are inside. If you're sensitive, move on.
Lady Gaga starts our review. People are comparing this look to Audrey Hepburn and it's hard not to agree. It's classic and gorgeous and made her look every bit the star she is.
Brie Larson. Ok. I mean I don't really like the dress, though I bet it feels really wild on your body. But the lack of make up, the lifeless hair and then a...
TMZ reported that a grand jury convened a week ago to investigate a sex tape that allegedly showed Kelly assaulting a 14-year-old girl.
The tape was turned over to authorities by lawyer Michael Avenatti.
Two women testified for the grand jury over the past week, including one who provided physical evidence, the celebrity gossip site reported.
They were among as many as a dozen accusers to testify, the site said.
Sources told the Sun-Times that Cook County prosecutors were appearing before a judge Friday afternoon to sign off on an arrest warrant for Kelly.
The charges come weeks after the Lifetime documentary series “Surviving R. Kelly” showcased old sexual misconduct accusations against the 52-year-old singer.
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R. Kelly has been charged with criminal sex abuse in Chicago, according to new reports.
The embattled R&B star was hit with 10 counts of aggravated criminal sex abuse in Cook County on Friday, according to the Chicago Sun-Times, citing records.
TMZ reported that a grand jury convened a week ago to investigate a sex tape that allegedly showed Kelly assaulting a 14-year-old girl.
The tape was turned over to authorities by lawyer Michael Avenatti.
Two women testified for ...
Kim Kardashian's daughter North West has landed her first cover shoot as she follows in the footsteps of her mother.
The eldest child of the reality star and Kanye West is lauded for her 'distinct fashion sense and eye for make-up by WWD Beauty Inc, for which North has also posed for a fashion shoot. The publication says of the five-year-old: 'Here, she poses for her first solo cover. Her distinct fashion sense belies her age, and lately, so does her eye for makeup.'
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Kim Kardashian's daughter North West has landed her first cover shoot as she follows in the footsteps of her mother.
The eldest child of the reality star and Kanye West is lauded for her 'distinct fashion sense and eye for make-up by WWD Beauty Inc, for which North has also posed for a fashion shoot. The publication says of the five-year-old: 'Here, she poses for her first solo cover. Her distinct fashion sense belies her age, and lately, so does her eye for makeup.'
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Executive producers of “Empire” announced on Friday that they’re scrubbing Jussie Smollett‘s character from the final two episodes this season.
“The events of the past few weeks have been incredibly emotional for all of us. Jussie has been an important member of our EMPIRE family for the past five years and we care about him deeply,” several of the producers, including Lee Daniels, said in a statement released by 20th Century Fox Television.
“While these allegations are very disturbing, we are placing our trust in the legal system as the process plays out. We are also aware of the effects of this process on the cast and crew members who work on our show and to avoid further disruption on set, we have decided to remove the role of ‘Jamal’ from the final two episodes of the season.”
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Executive producers of “Empire” announced on Friday that they’re scrubbing Jussie Smollett‘s character from the final two episodes this season.
“The events of the past few weeks have been incredibly emotional for all of us. Jussie has been an important member of our EMPIRE family for the past five years and we care about him deeply,” several of the producers, including Lee Daniels, said in a statement released by 20th Century Fox Television.
“While these allegations ar...
Jordyn Woods isn’t waiting for her scandal to blow over.
Kylie Jenner’s maybe-former best friend stepped out at the launch event for her new Eylure false eyelashes line on Thursday night and thanked fans for their support as she attempts to navigate her feud with the Kardashian-Jenners.
“Thank you guys for coming out and supporting me through everything that’s going on,” she said, as captured by video on social media. “It’s been real …”
Woods, 21, allegedly hooked up with Tristan Thompson while he was still dating Khloé Kardashian. Khloé has since dumped Tristan, and Kim Kardashian even called her a “single mom” in the aftermath, seemingly confirming the split.
Khloé also hasn’t let her public breakup keep her down, stepping out with best friend Malika Haqq to attend the PrettyLittleThing LA Office Opening Party on Wednesday. The next day, Khloé critically addressed the scandal with quotes on her Instagram story.
“‘The worst pain is gettin [sic] hurt by a person you explained your hurt to,’” read the first quote, seemingly directed at Woods.
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Jordyn Woods isn’t waiting for her scandal to blow over.
Kylie Jenner’s maybe-former best friend stepped out at the launch event for her new Eylure false eyelashes line on Thursday night and thanked fans for their support as she attempts to navigate her feud with the Kardashian-Jenners.
“Thank you guys for coming out and supporting me through everything that’s going on,” sh...
The CW’s The Lost Boys pilot has cast most of its leads. Former Teen Wolf star Tyler Posey and Kingdom alum Kiele Sanchez have been tapped for two of the three central characters, with Medalion Rahimi (Still Star-Crossed) and Dakota Shapiro (Valley of the Boom) also landing lead roles in the series adaptation of the iconic 1987 Warner Bros horror comedy movie.
Catherine Hardwicke is set to direct the pilot, from Warner Bros TV, Spondoolie Prods and Gulfstream TV, in a return to the vampire genre after helming the first movie in the Twilight saga.
Written by Heather Mitchell, The Lost Boys is set in sunny seaside Santa Carla, home to a beautiful boardwalk, all the cotton candy you can eat…and a secret underworld of vampires. After the sudden death of their father, brothers Michael (Posey) and Sam Emerson move to Santa Carla with their mother, Lucy (Sanchez), who hopes to start anew in the town where she grew up. But the brothers soon find themselves being drawn deeper and deeper into the seductive world of Santa Carla’s eternally beautiful and youthful undead…
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The CW’s The Lost Boys pilot has cast most of its leads. Former Teen Wolf star Tyler Posey and Kingdom alum Kiele Sanchez have been tapped for two of the three central characters, with Medalion Rahimi (Still Star-Crossed) and Dakota Shapiro (Valley of the Boom) also landing lead roles in the series adaptation of the iconic 1987 Warner Bros horror comedy movie.
Catherine Hardwicke is set to direct the pilot, from Warner Bros TV, Spondoolie Prods and Gulfstream TV, in a return ...
Jordyn Woods is leaning on her loved ones amid allegations she cheated with Tristan Thompson, People.com is reporting.
Previously living at her longtime BFF Kylie Jenner‘s house, Woods, 21, is now “moving back to her mom’s house,” says one insider. “It’s been a difficult time and she’s broken up about it. She’s heading home to be with her mom.”
Multiple sources previously confirmed to PEOPLE the KarJenners were “blindsided” by reports Woods was seen cozying up to Thompson over the weekend.
“When they first started hearing on Monday that Tristan made out with Jordyn, no one really believed it,” said one source. “That Tristan would be inappropriate, yes everyone knows that he can’t behave, but that Jordyn would make out with him, it first seemed like a made up rumor.”
“It wasn’t anything they wanted to drop,” the source added. “So several family members reached out to people they believed had been at the party. And they were told it was true.”
On Tuesday, TMZ and Hollywood Unlocked reported that Kardashian, 34, and the Cleveland Cavaliers player, 27, split after he was unfaithful with her youngest sister Kylie Jenner’s best friend Woods, who is also a member of the Good American squad, representing Kardashian’s clothing brand.
Woods has remained silent since the reports first broke, but Thompson tweeted, “FAKE NEWS” before deleting his post.
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Jordyn Woods is leaning on her loved ones amid allegations she cheated with Tristan Thompson, People.com is reporting.
Previously living at her longtime BFF Kylie Jenner‘s house, Woods, 21, is now “moving back to her mom’s house,” says one insider. “It’s been a difficult time and she’s broken up about it. She’s heading home to be with her mom.”
Multiple sources previously confirmed to PEOPLE the KarJenners were “blindsided” by reports Woods was seen cozying up to Thomps...
Just four days before the 2019 Oscars, social media is abuzz with speculation that “The View’s” Whoopi Goldberg has secretly been tapped to emcee the (currently hostless) broadcast.
Goldberg has been missing from “The View” for the past several weeks, due to an alleged battle with pneumonia. But alternative theories have since cropped up on Twitter, with several users suggesting that Goldberg is actually in Los Angelesto prepare for the Feb. 24 ceremony.
An ABC spokesperson, however, tells TVLine that the rumor is “absolutely false.”
“The View” co-host Joy Behar kicked off Wednesday’s show by addressing the “conspiracy theories on the internet” that Goldberg will host the Oscars. After joking that Goldberg is actually away “on maternity leave,” Behar reiterated that her colleague is indeed recovering from pneumonia and that “she’s not even well enough to host this show, much less the Oscars.”
Of course, if Goldberg did show up as the Oscars’ surprise host, it wouldn’t be her first rodeo. An Oscar winner herself for “Ghost” in 1990,Goldberg has previously emceed the ceremony four times, most recently in 2002.
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Just four days before the 2019 Oscars, social media is abuzz with speculation that “The View’s” Whoopi Goldberg has secretly been tapped to emcee the (currently hostless) broadcast.
Goldberg has been missing from “The View” for the past several weeks, due to an alleged battle with pneumonia. But alternative theories have since cropped up on Twitter, with several users suggesting that Goldberg is actually in Los Angelesto prepare for the Feb. 24 ceremony.
An ABC spokesperson...
An extravagant mansion long owned by Metallica’s co-founder and drummer Lars Ulrich, in the posh San Francisco suburb of Tiburon, has come to market at $12 million. Property records indicate the Danish heavy metal maestro has owned the spectacularly sited manse since 1993, when it last changed hands for an unrecorded amount.
The place is stunning with views to match. And check out that insane master bathroom. Never seen anything like it!
13,000 square feet, 5-6 bedrooms, 6 full and 3 half bathrooms
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An extravagant mansion long owned by Metallica’s co-founder and drummer Lars Ulrich, in the posh San Francisco suburb of Tiburon, has come to market at $12 million. Property records indicate the Danish heavy metal maestro has owned the spectacularly sited manse since 1993, when it last changed hands for an unrecorded amount.
The place is stunning with views to match. And check out that insane master bathroom. Never seen anything like it!
13,000 square feet, 5-6 bedrooms, 6 full and ...
Hopefully, the third engagement’s a charm for Lady Gaga.
The “A Star Is Born” actress and her fiancé, Christian Carino, have called off their engagement, her rep confirmed to People on Tuesday.
Gaga, whose real name is Stefani Germanotta, and Carino got together in February 2017, just months after she called off her engagement to actor Taylor Kinney. Carino was — and appears to still be — working as Gaga’s CAA agent when they coupled up.
In September 2017, Gaga, 32, gushed during one of her concerts that she was “in love” with Carino, who is nearly 20 years her senior.
Although rumors of an engagement between Gaga and Carino swirled for a while after she debuted a pink diamond ring in late 2017, the couple didn’t confirm the news until October 2018, when she thanked “my fiancé Christian” during her speech at Elle’s 25th Annual Women in Hollywood Celebration.
However, only a few months later, fans began to speculate that all wasn’t well with the couple. Rumors began to swirl that Gaga and Carino split when she didn’t wear her engagement ring to the Grammys and he didn’t go as her date.
Although she won’t be getting married yet, she’s hardly far from the shallow now.
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Hopefully, the third engagement’s a charm for Lady Gaga.
The “A Star Is Born” actress and her fiancé, Christian Carino, have called off their engagement, her rep confirmed to People on Tuesday.
Gaga, whose real name is Stefani Germanotta, and Carino got together in February 2017, just months after she called off her engagement to actor Taylor Kinney. Carino was — and appears to still be — working as Gaga’s CAA agent when they coupled up.
In September 2017, Gaga, 32, gushed d...
