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Andrade, Biles, Chiles Clean Up on Floor Exercises to Put Black Women on the All-Black Podium – Essence
PARIS, FRANCE – AUGUST 5: Gold medalist Rebeca Andrade (C) of Team Brazil, silver medalist Simone Biles (L) of Team United States and bronze medalist Jordan Chiles (R) of Team United States have fun on the podium during the medal ceremony in the women’s artistic gymnastics free exercise on day ten of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at Bercy Arena on August 5, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
As Issa Rae said, “We’re rooting for Black!” The finale took place this morning (afternoon in Paris) Olympic Games Paris 2024 gymnastics competition concluded at Bercy Arena, and what a dramatic ending it was. Ultimately, Brazilian Rebeca Andrade and Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles of Team USA took the top three spots, earning them the gold, silver, and bronze medals in the freestyle finals. Yes, the podium was all black women.
About an hour before the floor exercise, Andrade and Biles competed in the balance beam final. With each being clear favorites in that event, Biles’ morning began off on a rocky note when she fell on the beam. Despite Andrade’s beautiful competition, the judges still didn’t award her the points she needed for a medal.
On the floor exercise, all nine ladies had to give it their all on the mat. Biles, the 27-12 months-old GOAT gymnast, hobbled after hiccupping on her tumbling warmup on floor. Commentators wondered if she would find a way to compete at her highest level in what might be the final routine of her Olympic profession. But for those who haven’t learned your lesson yet, don’t count on Simone Biles or lose faith in what this woman can do.
Andrade competed first amongst the three winners and had an almost flawless performance, ending with a rating of 14.166. Biles was next. After getting her calf taped, she got here out and gave it her all. Despite taking two steps off the line, mostly due to the power of her tumbling, she scored a rating of 14.133. As the camera panned to her after her performance, she might be seen saying, “I think Rebecca won.”
As previously reported, these two women have been one another’s hardest rivals over the years, especially during the 2024 Paris Olympics. Motivating one another to give their all, they appear to don’t have anything but love and admiration for one another.
To finish off her final routine of the morning competition — and the Games — Jordan Chiles took to the mat. As Beyoncé’s “My House” blasted through the arena, the UCLA student-athlete got to work. Another powerful routine, she had a slight balance check on her first vault that likely cost her just a few tenths of a count. The judges got here back with a rating that might have eliminated her from medal contention, but her coaches filed an issue that ultimately moved her into the bronze position.
Looking up in excitement, Chiles jumped for joy as she saw her recent best, 13.766, which made her the 2024 Olympic bronze medalist in the free exercise. Her emotions got the higher of her, and tears flowed because it all sank in after what she had just completed.
“It’s been a long journey, it’s been a long three years,” Chiles previously told ESSENCE during the 2024 U.S. Olympic gymnastics qualifiers in Minneapolis. “I’m just proud of myself after everything I’ve been through. The hardships, the losses. I couldn’t be more proud of myself.”
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Sony Music has settled a lawsuit regarding the Whitney Houston biography
Sony Music has reached a settlement with the producers of the biopic.
The lawsuit, filed in February, alleged that 4 production firms – Anthem Films, NYBO Productions and Black Label Media – didn’t pay for licenses to 24 of Houston’s songs.
The request seen by Reuters shows that Sony Music has agreed to this to reject case last month. The parties informed the court that that they had agreed to the settlement but requested an extension to finalize the details.
The lawsuit claimed that the labels signed a sync licensing agreement that allowed them to make use of audio recordings of nearly 30 Houston classics, including “How Will I Know,” “I Wanna Dance With Somebody, Will Always Love You” and her 1991 version “The Star-Spangled Banner.”
Sony Music claims that under the agreement, royalties were to be paid in July 2023, but as of August 2023, it has still not received payment. Sony Music claims that Anthem was awaiting a tax break from the state of Massachusetts. According to the plaintiff, payment was never made.
“As a result of Anthem’s failure to pay fees to SME, it is clear that no license or authorization existed to use the SME recordings used in the film,” the lawsuit states.
Sony Music claimed that the film’s producers, Anthem Films, entered into a licensing agreement with the record label on December 5, 2022, two weeks before the film’s release.
“Unlike other types of films, musical biopics by their nature require the use of a musician’s music because it is almost impossible to explain the significance of a musician’s creative genius or his unique style and talent without using that musician’s music,” the record company’s lawyers wrote.
The original lawsuit sought damages of not less than $3.6 million. Details of the settlement aren’t yet known.
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Shaboozey on her YSL – Essence fragrance partnership
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Masculinity just got a brand new scent – and that is what it smells like Shaboozey. Starring Lil Nas XPeso Pluma, Vinnie Hacker and The Kid LAROI in the newest Yves Saint Laurent fragrance project “Bar song (tipsy)” artist is the newest to define the meaning of “modern masculine” beauty.
“The collaboration with YSL Beauty is truly exciting because the company has always been at the forefront of culture, redefining what it means to be bold and timeless,” Shaboozey tells ESSENCE. The musician’s true self-expression, showcased within the brand’s digital design “Born MYSLF, No Matter What”, represents the message behind their latest men’s fragrance MYSLF Perfume.
“I liked how we explored the concept that being strong doesn’t have to mean fitting into a box,” he says, topping off the country music genre with bleached-tipped wicks. “It’s about owning who you are, being real, and YSL Beauty gave me the space to show that.”
Known for his 18-week #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 (one week away from breaking Lil Nas the important thing to Shaboozey’s success is easy: balance.
From gym workouts to meditation sessions and knowing when to walk away, “for me, self-care was about finding balance,” she says, which is a chord that also strikes in the brand new fragrance. Vanilla bourbon in a YSL bottle, the extreme masculine aroma hits each floral and oud notes, providing sensuality and strength in equal measure. “She has that presence and stays with you, which is exactly what I need when I’m on the move.”
The global men’s grooming market is anticipated to be price $115 billion by 2028 (up 77 percent year-on-year) the boys’s cosmetics boom represents a obligatory shift not only from two-in-one shampoos and overpowering fragrances, but in addition within the definition of masculinity as an entire. According to Shaboozey, YSL’s latest fragrance is ahead of the curve. “YSL Beauty has a track record of pushing boundaries while staying classic, and that’s a vibe I’ve always admired.”
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Kelis published her first children’s book, “The Seven Wonders of Africa”, inspired by her travels
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Kelis is a lady of many talents, and her latest featured work is as a children’s book writer. The singer announced on Instagram that she has written a brand new book titled, which follows the adventures of foremost character Abel Sabbath Brown across the continent. The singer also announced in the identical breath that she had began a brand new company.
“I’m so happy to finally show you something I’ve been working on. I WROTE MY FIRST CHILDREN’S BOOK!!! I started a company called MAKE IT BROWN,” she wrote within the caption on Instagram under a video during which she discusses the brand new book.
“We only aim to offer characters and stories about places and adventures that our youngsters can see themselves in. It’s all about love and representation. The inspiration to write down this story was my trip to Africa this yr,” she continued within the caption.
Over the past yr, Kelis has been giving us the travel content we didn’t know we wanted, documenting her travels across Africa. Artist Milkshake has traveled to places similar to Tanzania, Kenya, Zanzibar and Rwanda, immersing herself in local communities and agriculture.
The 45-year-old artist further wrote: “I traveled with my family and we were so grateful to see all the sweetness this continent has to supply. From the people to the bottom, it was just amazing. And I desired to share this with all of you and your families. I actually love us, so from the underside of my heart to you! Welcome into your heart THE SEVEN WONDERS OF AFRICA AND THE SABBATH BROWN. ❤️ #book #kids #To read #children’s book #Africa #eastafrica #to learn“
The latest writer also announced in a separate post that the children’s book is now available on her website in paper, digital and audio versions.
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