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Rihanna to Join Bruno Mars + Sting in 2013 Grammy Performance

Scott Shetler — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 22:14:14 +0000

Rihanna was already confirmed as performer for the 2013 Grammy Awards, but today comes word that she'll be joined on stage by two of pop music's most respected gentlemen, Bruno Mars and Sting. The Recording Academy announced the news in a press release that also revealed that Record of the Year nominee Kelly Clarkson will be performing during the ceremony.

Rihanna Hits the Studio With Jim Parsons for 'Happy Smekday' Film

Nadine Cheung — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 19:31:56 +0000

Rihanna is hard at work on her new animated film ‘Happy Smekeday,’ and has officially logged some studio time with fellow co-star Jim Parsons. Over the weekend, the pop singer worked with the ‘Big Bang Theory’ actor, recording voiceovers for the forthcoming 3D movie, which is an adaptation of Adam Rex’s award-winning book â€˜The True [...]

Rihanna Named 'Queen of West Hollywood,' Announces 777 Tour

Jessica Sager — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 04:06:04 +0000

Rihanna isn't just the queen of pumping out an album every year -- she's also the queen of touring and promotion for them. When she's not using her love life of Instagram account for press, she's hitting the road for her Navy, launching a seven-day 777 tour in honor of her seventh album.

Go Behind the Scenes of Rihanna's Vogue Cover Shoot

Jessica Sager — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 03:59:18 +0000

Rihanna looks fierce on her Vogue cover and shows her vulnerable side within the mag, and now we got a behind-the-scenes look at her shoot. And guess what? Unretouched Rihanna is just as, if not more stunning than the photos you see in print. She credits a lot of her beauty to her ability to be herself.

Amnesty International Asks Shakira + Rihanna to Cancel Concert in Azerbaijan

Jessica Sager — Sat, 06 Oct 2012 21:00:03 +0000

When you're a global superstar like Rihanna and Shakira, that means people all across the planet are dying to see you perform live, even in countries you may not be able to pronounce (or that you may not have heard of!). As a result, you may not realize that some of the countries in which you're slated to show your stuff also commit human rights violations.

Case in point: Amnesty International is requesting that Shaki and RiRi pull out of their scheduled performances in Azerbaijan. What's the deal?

Rihanna's Dad Approves of Her Getting Back Together With Chris Brown

Jessica Sager — Sat, 06 Oct 2012 16:26:40 +0000

Though their fans are up in arms about their reunion, at least one person approves of Rihanna getting back together with Chris Brown: Her own dad. Despite the fact that Brown assaulted Rihanna in 2009, her pops, Ronald Fenty, is perfectly fine with Breezy being back in RiRi’s life. “I think everyone makes mistakes and [...]

Rihanna to World Premiere New Single 'Diamonds' on Sept. 26

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 02:00:35 +0000

Diamonds are not just a girl's best friend. Rihanna's upcoming world tour is named 'Diamonds,' and so is her upcoming first single from her seventh album, due in November. RiRi works fast, delivering an album a year! 'Diamonds' is scheduled to premiere on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 8AM ET on Elvis Duran's radio show in NYC.

Satisfaction Guaranteed! Rolling Stones, Mick Jagger, Makes His First Grammy Appearance

Kim Carson — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 15:05:24 +0000

Drum roll please……. On February 13th, Mick Jagger will make his first ever appearance on the Grammy stage! Jagger will perform with soul singer Raphael Saadiq during the 53rd annual Grammy Awards, which will air live on CBS from the Staples Center in Los Angeles (8 p.m. EST). Other performers joining Jagger that night include: Rihanna, [...]