Halle Bailey announces $10,000 Angel Scholarship, Kiddominant receives BMI award, Napoli issue statement regarding Victor Osimhen. 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. Mary J Blige Earring Collection
1. Halle Bailey announces $10,000 Angel Scholarship
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Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Halle Bailey has just unveiled her Angel Scholarship to support Black women in performing arts. On Thursday, September 28, the 23-year-old star of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” took to social media to share details about this new initiative, revealing that four young women will each be awarded $10,000 to assist in furthering their education in the performing arts.
She expressed her gratitude in her post, saying, “Thank you for supporting #angel and helping to fulfill the dreams of these incredibly talented young ladies.” She also encouraged her supporters to “stay tuned” for more updates. The “Angel Scholarship” was established in honor of Bailey’s debut solo record of the same name, “Angel.” This piano-and-harp-led ballad delves into Bailey’s personal experiences as a Black woman in the public eye.
2. Kiddominant receives BMI award for contribution to Chris Brown’s ‘Under The Influence’
Kiddominant receives BMI award for contribution to Chris Brown’s ‘Under The Influence’ https://t.co/gBXYNHA7II
— NOTJUSTOK (@NOTJUSTOK) September 28, 2023
Kiddominant has received an international award (BMI) for his contribution to the viral hit song “Under the Influence” by Chris Brown. The annual BMI Awards, also known as the Broadcast Music, Inc. Awards, celebrate the most talented songwriters, composers, and publishers in the music industry. This event was established by Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) in 1953 to recognize and honor the people behind the creation of the world’s most beloved and influential music.
3. South Africa: Powerful duo Zozibini Tunzi and Lawrence Maleka to host Saftas17 main show
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The 17th annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) are just days away, and excitement is in the air for one of the biggest celebrations of entertainment. The festivities will kick off on Friday, September 29, with the craft awards ceremony on the SAFTAs YouTube page, hosted by presenters Kuhle Adams and Carl Wastie. Then on Saturday, September 30, the red carpet will be rolled out for the celebrities in Mzansi screen entertainment for the main show, which will be hosted by the powerful duo that is Zozibini Tunzi and Lawrence Maleka.
“Ladies and gentlemen, your SAFTAs17 hosts are Zozibini Tunzi and Lawrence Maleka! The SAFTAs team is excited and ready to bring you an entertaining show on 30 September 2023 at 20:00 on S3 and Mzansi Magic (channel 161). It’s a date,” announced organizers on social media.
4. Funke Akindele, ex-husband, JJC Skillz reunite at movie premiere
A year after he announced their separation on IG, singer JJC Skillz and his ex-wife, Funke Akindele, seen dancing and being cordial at a recent event.pic.twitter.com/sQZOccwru6
— Instablog9ja (@instablog9ja) September 28, 2023
A year after announcing their separation, famous Nigerian actress Funke Akindele and her estranged husband, JJC Skillz, have reunited at a movie premiere in Lagos State. The couple got married in London in 2016 and welcomed a set of twins in 2018. In June 2022, JJC Skillz announced his separation from the actress on his Instagram page, citing “irreconcilable differences.” Despite the significant social media attention their separation received, the details remained private.
However, in a now-trending video on the internet, the pair were captured on Wednesday at the IMAX Theatre, Lekki, dancing and hugging during the premiere of Funke Akindele’s new movie, “She Must Be Obeyed,” which was also directed by the estranged husband.
5. Napoli issues statement insisting they ‘never intended to offend or make fun of Victor Osimhen’
🚨🔵 Napoli official statement on Victor Osimhen and TikTok video case.
“Calcio Napoli, wishing to avoid any exploitation of the issue, point out that we never wanted to offend or mock Victor Osimhen, who is a treasure of this club”.
“As proof of that, during the summer… pic.twitter.com/bSkkW28wI0
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 28, 2023
Napoli have clarified that they had no intention of offending Victor Osimhen by posting a video on TikTok that appeared to mock their star striker. Napoli’s social media account sparked controversy by posting a video of the Nigerian forward missing a penalty while a high-pitched voice played over the top, saying, “Gimme penalty please.” Osimhen’s agent suggested they could take legal action against the Serie A side because of the video and the player removed all mention of the club from his Instagram account. Osimhen then refrained from celebrating his goal against Udinese, and the apparent breakdown in his relationship with Napoli has resulted in reports that he could leave, with Real Madrid and clubs from Saudi Arabia said to be after him.
Napoli have attempted to resolve the situation by releasing a statement insisting they did not mean to upset Osimhen, but they stopped short of making an apology. “Napoli, wishing to avoid any exploitation of the issue, point out that we never wanted to offend or mock Victor Osimhen, who is a treasure of this club,” a statement read. “As proof of that, during the summer training retreat, the Club firmly rebuffed every offer that was received for the striker’s transfer abroad. Social media, in particular TikTok, has always used an expressive form of language with a light heart and creativity, without wanting to, as in the case with Osimhen as protagonist, have any intention of insult or derision. In any case, if Victor perceived any offence towards him, this was not what the club intended.”
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