Tish Cyrus files for divorce from Billy Ray Cyrus
Tish and Billy Ray Cyrus married in 1993 after their daughter, singer Miley Cyrus, was born, US Weekly reported. The two then had Braison and Noah Cyrus together, and Billy Ray adopted Tish’s children, Brandi and Trace Cyrus, the magazine reported. Billy Ray Cyrus had been absent from holiday pictures posted by Tish and Miley on social media, which had prompted rumors that the couple had split, Extra TV reported. This is the second time Tish has filed for divorce, as she had previously filed in 2013, US Weekly reported. Billy Ray Cyrus filed for divorce in 2010.
wftv.comHealth contractors vetted stars' politics for US virus ad
This photo combination shows from left: musician Christina Aguilera in Los Angeles, March 29, 2012, comedian George Lopez in Los Angeles, Dec. 25, 2012, and actor Jack Black in Las Vegas, April 25, 2012. Public relations firms hired by the Department of Health and Human Services vetted the political views of hundreds of celebrities, including Aguilera, Lopez, and Black, for a health education advertising campaign on the coronavirus outbreak. That's according to documents released Thursday by a House committee.
Health contractors vetted stars' politics for US coronavirus ad
Public relations firms hired by the Department of Health and Human Services vetted the political views of hundreds of celebrities, including Aguilera, Lopez, and Black, for a health education advertising campaign on the coronavirus outbreak. “I have ordered a strategic review of this public health education campaign that will be led by our top public health and communications experts to determine whether the campaign serves important public health purposes,” Azar told the subcommittee, which is investigating the federal government’s response to the coronavirus outbreak. Because public health policy around the coronavirus pandemic has become so politically polarized, it’s unclear how well a confidence-building campaign from the government would play. And Trump has alienated much of the medical establishment with his dismissive comments about basic public health measures, such as wearing masks. Antony and Quaid were among just a few celebrities who were approved for the campaign, according to the documents.
SeaWorld's Seven Seas Food Festival releases full lineup of performers
click to enlarge Photo courtesy Adkins PublicityBilly Ray Cyrusclick to enlarge Screenshot via SeaWorld/YouTubeSeafood lovers, next time you visit SeaWorld, make sure you save room for dessert. Their Seven Seas Food Festival is back, and this year's event offers even more food and entertainment than prior years.To start, there are more than 180 mouthwatering menu options , with dishes from the U.S. and around the world, along with more than 70 imported craft brews and more than 50 types of wine and spirits.The event will showcase their most diverse lineup of live musical performers, too, featuring rock, country, Latin, Christian, and more, with artists like Hunter Hayes, Everclear, Billy Ray Cyrus and Sean Paul taking the stage at different times during the three-month run. Can't choose? You can upgrade your pass to the Seven Seas Food and Beverage Sampler Lanyard, which will give you wide access to sample everything festival has to offer.The event runs every Friday through Sunday, from Feb. 7 through May 3. Access to the festival is included with park admission, so it's a good idea to plan around the festival.Check out the event's information and lineups to purchase tickets and get the info you need to organize your trip.
orlandoweekly.comMusic stars pay tribute to Kobe Bryant at Grammys award show
Host Alicia Keys speaks at the 62nd annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, in Los Angeles. “We are standing her literally heartbroken in the house that Kobe Bryant built.”Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, and seven others were killed in the crash on a steep hillside in dense morning fog in Southern California. Music artists including Billy Ray Cyrus, Rick Ross and Kirk Franklin paid tribute to Bryant, the 18-time NBA All-Star and five-time champion. Long live Kobe Bryant. “If you’re from Los Angeles, depending on which sector you’re in, that (expletive) is really heavy," the rapper continued.
Tennessee teen kills himself after being outed online, family says
A Tennessee high-schooler who committed suicide did so because he'd been outed online, according to his family. Now, those same family members are calling upon law enforcement to arrest and charge the fellow students who allegedly cyberbullied Channing Smith, 16. Smith's half-brother, Joshua, told NBC News that loved ones were initially unsure why Channing had taken his own life. Joshua says he learned Channing had sent explicit texts to another boy attending Coffee County Central High School. "When all relevant facts are available, my office will advise the Coffee County Sheriffs Department on what charges, if any, we believe are appropriate to help guide it in that decision.
dailycommercial.comTennessee teen kills himself after being outed online, family says
A Tennessee high-schooler who committed suicide did so because he'd been outed online, according to his family. Now, those same family members are calling upon law enforcement to arrest and charge the fellow students who allegedly cyberbullied Channing Smith, 16. Smith's half-brother, Joshua, told NBC News that loved ones were initially unsure why Channing had taken his own life. Joshua says he learned Channing had sent explicit texts to another boy attending Coffee County Central High School. "When all relevant facts are available, my office will advise the Coffee County Sheriffs Department on what charges, if any, we believe are appropriate to help guide it in that decision.
ocala.comTennessee teen kills himself after being outed online, family says
A Tennessee high-schooler who committed suicide did so because he'd been outed online, according to his family. Now, those same family members are calling upon law enforcement to arrest and charge the fellow students who allegedly cyberbullied Channing Smith, 16. Smith's half-brother, Joshua, told NBC News that loved ones were initially unsure why Channing had taken his own life. Joshua says he learned Channing had sent explicit texts to another boy attending Coffee County Central High School. "When all relevant facts are available, my office will advise the Coffee County Sheriffs Department on what charges, if any, we believe are appropriate to help guide it in that decision.
news-journalonline.comVMAs 2019: See the complete list of winners
NEWARK, N.J. - MTV's 2019 Video Music Awards, hosted by Sebastian Maniscalco, aired Monday night. Going into the ceremony, Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande tied for the most nominations with 10 each. The full list of winners and nominees is as follows. Lil Nas XLizzoROSALABEST COLLABORATION"Old Town Road (Remix)," Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus"Shallow," Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper"Seorita," Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello *WINNER"ME!," Taylor Swift ft. Brendon Urie of Panic! At The Disco"I Don't Care," Ed Sheeran & Justin Bieber"Boy With Luv," BTS ft. HalseyPUSH ARTIST OF THE YEARBazziCNCOBillie Eilish *WINNERH.E.R.
Billie Eilish beats 'Old Town Road' as 'Bad Guy' hits No. 1 on Hot 100
Billie Eilish attends the ASCAP 2019 Pop Music Awards at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on May 16, 2019, in Beverly Hills, California. NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Billie Eilish has knocked Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road" from the No. Eilish's "Bad Guy" rose from No. A few weeks ago "Bad Guy" was re-released with a verse by Justin Bieber, which helped give the song a fresh boost. If Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus return to the top spot, they will become the first in US history to rule the Hot 100 for 20 weeks.
Country superstar Tim McGraw to play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers season opening game
click image Photo via Tim McGraw/FacebookTim McGrawBilly Ray Cyrus is already playing a Tampa Bay Buccaneers preseason beach party, but the Bucs have booked an even bigger act for the teams 2019-20 season opener.On Monday, the team announce d that country superstar Tim McGraw will perform ahead of the Bucs September 8 game against the San Francisco 49ers and again at halftime. Only fans who have a ticket to the game at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa where the 52-year-old spouse of Faith Hill will perform on the deck above the south end zone will be able to attend.This free pre-game concert with country music superstar Tim McGraw will provide an unforgettable start to the NFLs 100th season, Buccaneers Chief Operating Officer Brian Ford said in a release.The start of the NFL season is one of my favorite times of the year, McGraw added. I love football and Im pumped to be kicking off the NFLs 100th season together with all the Bucs fans in Tampa.The show starts at 2 p.m. EDT, and gates to the stadium open at 12:30 p.m. Tickets for the game start at $45.
orlandoweekly.com'Old Town Road' becomes longest-running No.1 hit on Billboard's Hot 100
Lil Nas X performs onstage at the 2019 BET Awards on June 23, 2019, in Los Angeles. (CNN) - Lil Nas X has now made Billboard chart history. The rapper's song "Old Town Road," featuring Billy Ray Cyrus, has landed at No. The result is a special remix titled "Seoul Town Road." Reacting to news of the song's success, Lil Nas shared a video of "Old Town Road" being recorded on Monday.
Lil Nas X knocks Mariah Carey from Billboard record for most weeks at No. 1 with song "Old Town Road"
It's one sweet day for Lil Nas X: The breakthrough rapper's viral "Old Town Road" has broken the Billboard record set by Mariah Carey's "One Sweet Day" for most weeks at No. Lil Nas X accomplishes the feat this week as his country-trap song spends its 17th week on top of the Hot 100 chart. "YEEE TF HAWWW," Lil Nas X tweeted Monday. 1 song of all-time," said Lil Nas X, sporting a cowboy hat as he played "Old Town Road" in the background. "Old Town Road" initially was in a bit of controversy in March when Billboard removed it from its country charts, deeming it not country enough (it peaked at No.
cbsnews.comAriana Grande and Taylor Swift lead MTV VMA nominations
(CNN) - Ladies rule the 2019 Video Music Award nominations, with Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift leading this year's list of contenders for the annual MTV award show at 10 nominations each. Hannah Lux Davis, who directed "thank u, next," and Drew Kirsch and Swift, who directed "You Need to Calm Down," were also recognized in the directing category. The VMA nominations have also recognized recent break-through talent Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X. They both also received nominations for video of the year -- Eilish for "Bad Guys" and Lil Nas for "Old Town Road (Remix)," which features Billy Ray Cyrus. Lil Nas XLizzoROSALABEST COLLABORATION"Old Town Road (Remix)," Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus"Shallow," Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper"Seorita," Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello"ME!," Taylor Swift ft. Brendon Urie of Panic!
Lil Nas X leads country rap's growth
Lil Nas X performs onstage at the 2019 BET Awards on June 23, 2019, in Los Angeles. (CNN) - Lil Nas X is on a road many musical artists wish they were on. It simultaneously made Billboard's cross-genre Hot 100, Hot Country Songs and Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts. And Lil Nas, of course, does it for the 'Gram, too, keeping his meme game strong no matter the platform. Let's put our toe in the water immediately with everything happening with [Lil Nas X], and then we'll follow it up with the meat of the EP."
Lil Nas X is ready for the Area 51 raid
Lil Nas X performs onstage at the 2019 BET Awards on June 23, 2019, in Los Angeles. (CNN) - Looks like Lil Nas X is ready to answer the call to storm Area 51 with an Old Town Raid. But if the raid were to happen, we're sure it would look a lot like what Lil Nas X showed us. Keanu Reeves was in itIn the original raid Facebook page, the creators say: "If we Naruto run, we can move faster than their bullets." So Lil Nas X employed the best of the best to show us how it's done, with an animated Keanu Reeves taking off toward armed guards in the anime character's sprint.
Lil Nas X raids Area 51 in new animated "Old Town Road" music video
What is going on with the Area 51 Raid? The event, titled Storm Area 51, They Can't Stop All of Us, is widely believed to be a joke. "We will all meet up at the Area 51 Alien Center tourist attraction and coordinate our entry," the Facebook event page reads. "Naruto run" refers to protagonist Naruto Uzumaki's distinctive running style in the Japanese anime series "Naruto." While it is unclear if anyone will actually show up to the restricted area, people are still flocking to the surrounding parts around Area 51.
cbsnews.comLil Nas X releases 'Old Town Road' remix
Lil Nas X seems determined to keep people singing his song. NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Lil Nas X seems determined to keep people singing his song. The new official remix of "Old Town Road" features viral singer/yodeler Mason Ramsey and hip-hop heavyweight Young Thug, alongside Nas and Billy Ray Cyrus. Lil Nas X's 'Old Town Road' hits No. Lil Nas X released his debut EP, "7," on Columbia Records on June 21.