Halle Bailey honored with Glamour Woman of the Year Award, Victony signs a global record deal, Neymar suffers ACL injury. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest which summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
1. Halle Bailey honored with Glamour Woman of the Year Award
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On October 17, Halle Bailey was honored with the 2023 Gen-Z Game-Changer Award at the Glamour Women of the Year ceremony. The event, which took place at London’s famous One Marylebone, saluted this year’s top “feminist heroes and game-changers in their respective fields.” The Grammy-nominated singer accepted her award with a touching speech. “I guess the best way to describe how I’m feeling is to simply say I am humbled to be here,” she told the star-studded audience.
“I know that my personal journey, although filled with my own struggles, and challenges, and wins, and losses, pale in comparison to many more deserving women out there. But I also know that with the spotlight comes a responsibility to speak about my experience in hopes that it can provide some guidance and inspiration to those girls and women who look to me standing under that spotlight.”
2. Victony signs a global record deal
Breaking news! Victony has officially signed with a U.S record label 🇺🇸✍🏽
Avex USA Publishing has formed a joint venture with Coup D’Etat Music, a subsidiary of The Revels Group, to sign Victony.
Victony is managed by Jemedafe Caleb of KVLT WRLD, along with Tobi Mohammed, David… pic.twitter.com/zePTgLIMlf
— 𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙀𝙍𝙏𝘼𝙄𝙉𝙈𝙀𝙉𝙏 𝘿𝘼𝙄𝙇𝙔 🇳🇬 (@Entdaily001) October 19, 2023
According to reports, award-winning singer and performer Victony has been recognized for his immense contribution to the growth of Afrobeats and offered a platform through a joint venture by Avex USA Publishing and Coup D’Etat Music to take his music further on a bigger stage. The founder and CEO of Coup D’Etat Music, Matt Geffen, shared his excitement about the deal. He said, “We’re very excited to welcome Victony and our incredible partners at KVLT WRLD and The Plug Entertainment to the family. Vic and his music have quickly gotten the world’s attention and we’re looking forward to working with him, his management, and our AVEX partners to support his rising global footprint.”
Victony also spoke about the deal and its significance for him as an artist. He said, “Throughout the course of my career, I’ve been particular about only working with teams who understand my journey and align with my vision. I’m super excited to be taking these next steps of my career with the teams at AVEX and Coup D’Etat and I can’t wait to see what the future holds.”
3. South Africa: DJ Uncle Waffles is being considered for Grammy Award nominations
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Uncle Waffles has announced that she is in the running for two Grammy Award nominations for her latest project “Asylum” and hit single “Yahyuppiyah.” The international superstar DJ shared the news on her Instagram page on Wednesday night. The announcement also coincided with the two-year anniversary of the viral video, which thrust the 22-year-old into instant global fame. The two Grammy nominations would be under the categories “Best Global Music Album” and “Best African Music Performance,” which is a new category at the renowned music awards.
“It’s been an amazing year, I’ve played 100+ international shows this year alone and I’m soo grateful (sic) for everything that continues to happen in my life,” she shared. “Today marks the 2 year anniversary since my life changed and I’m in awe at what has happened since, and this part of my journey is even more exciting as I’m proud to announce that I’m in the running for two Grammys nominations. I need my babysss to share this post for me !! If you’re a member of the @recordingacademy, l’d appreciate your support.” She ended her post by saying, “Thank you God of the impossible.”
4. Issa Rae launches prosecco brand
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Issa Rae is back at it again; this time, she’s delving into the spirits industry. This week, the actor and producer celebrated the launch of her new line of Prosecco, Viarae. The sparkling wine is inspired by her love of celebrating life’s small and big accomplishments. It will be available at Target and alcohol delivery services like Drizly, Instacart, and Shipt. Viarae is a collaboration between Rae and the California-based E. & J. Gallo Winery, known for owning well-established supermarket brands such as Barefoot Bubbly and La Marca, along with higher-end labels. The brand emphasizes that Viarae is designed to be enjoyed as a versatile indulgence for any occasion.
5. Al-Hilal reveal Neymar suffered ACL injury on international duty
The medical tests “NEYMAR ” underwent, confirmed the Anterior Cruciate Ligament and Meniscus tear injury in his knee, he will be going through surgery and then a treatment program that will be determined later..
Return Stronger @neymarjr 💙#AlHilal pic.twitter.com/5I3u7F7wQm
— AlHilal Saudi Club (@Alhilal_EN) October 18, 2023
Neymar ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament while on international duty with Brazil, Al-Hilal has confirmed. The forward suffered a horrific injury during the Selecao’s 2-0 defeat to Uruguay on Tuesday evening. He was stretchered off in first-half stoppage time and was pictured in a leg brace after the game. Now, club side Al-Hilal have confirmed the player’s worst fears. “The medical tests Neymar underwent, confirmed the anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus tear injury in his knee, he will be going through surgery and then a treatment program that will be determined later. Return Stronger,” the club wrote on social media.
The ACL injury news comes as a huge blow for both the player and his club. The Brazilian was the most expensive arrival in the Saudi Pro League during the summer. The 31-year-old took some time to make his debut for Al-Hilal as he was still recovering from a knock that he picked up last season. He finally played his maiden game last month and scored his first-ever goal for Al-Hilal in the AFC Champions League earlier this month at FC Nassaji. He has appeared in five matches, including three in the Pro League, thus far and scored just once.
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