Will Smith’s father, Willard Carroll Smith Sr., has died, according to the Oscar-nominated actor’s ex-wife, Sheree Zampino. Zampino announced the sad news via Instagram Monday night with a throwback photo of Will and his late father posing with the former couple’s now 23-year-old son, Trey. “We’re gonna miss you, Daddio!” Sheree captioned the photo. “You loved and played by your own rules—you truly were one of a kind! You instilled discipline, and a work ethic that has created a legacy in your honor!”
Patti LaBelle will perform at “VH1 Divas Holiday: Unsilent Night.” LaBelle will take to the stage with previously announced performer, Mariah Carey. “I’m so excited to share the VH1 Divas stage with Mariah, who is not only a phenomenal singer and performer, but also my goddaughter,” said La Belle. “This is going to be really, really special. “VH1s Divas Holiday; Unsilent Night” will air Monday, Dec. 5 at 9 p.m., ET.
Nov. 7, Fox previewed the new series “Star” for an exclusive group of Atlanta influencers during the popular ATL Live on the Park showcase from industry vets Shanti Das and Marion Nichols. More than 300 VIPs gathered at Park Tavern for a sneak peek of the show created by Lee Daniels. Cast members Jude Demorest, Ryan Destiny, Brittany O’Grady, Amiyah Scott and Jasmine Burke were on hand to welcome guests. The premiere of the show, which stars Queen Latifah, will air Wednesday, Dec.14, on Fox after the fall finale of Empire at 8 p.m.
Hip-hop artist Antonio Breez has a lot to be thankful for, in part to the success of his debut album “The Convocation of Antonio Breez” in early 2016. Record sales and radio play have a lot to do with the public’s reaction, so as a thank you to his fans for their support, Breez invited them to be a part of his new music video for the single “Next To Me.” Directed by the famed Scenario, best known for his work on music videos and on television, who along with Breeze came up with the idea of reaching out to his fans to co-star in his new video. After reaching out via social media for his following to send clips of them lip syncing to the song, the response was overwhelming but humbling, too.