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music1 month ago•15 min saved

Jay-Z Opens London Run With Beyoncé Birthday Tribute and Fugees Cameo

Jay-Z kicked off a two-night London stand at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with a Beyoncé birthday tribute, pausing the show to sing 'Happy Birthday' as fireworks lit the venue; Beyoncé appeared onscreen in VIP seating. It marked his first UK headline show in 13 years and tied to the 30th anniversary of Reasonable Doubt, following Yankee Stadium dates celebrating The Blueprint’s 25th. Idris Elba opened; DJ Khaled and Giggs joined for 'God Did,' while Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean surprised with a Fugees set. A star-studded crowd included Beckham and Michael B. Jordan, with a second Tottenham date on Sept. 5 and future stops in Paris and Los Angeles added due to demand.

via Billboard|

#beyonce #concert #fugees

music3 months ago•18 min saved

Lauryn Hill Becomes BET's First Living Legend Icon Award Recipient

Lauryn Hill received BET's inaugural Living Legend Icon Award at the 2026 BET Awards in Los Angeles, celebrated with a star-studded tribute from Doechii, SZA, Doja Cat, Queen Latifah, Nas, Ice Cube, and Wyclef Jean. The ceremony showcased medleys of Hill’s hits, including Joyful, Joyful, Ready or Not, Fu-Gee-La, and If I Ruled the World, capped by a surprise Ex-Factor performance and a moving speech about fighting for her community and future generations.

via Billboard|

#bet-awards #fugees #lauryn-hill

entertainment8 months ago•12 min saved

John Forté, Fugees collaborator and The Score architect, dies at 50

Grammy-nominated musician John Forté, known for helping shape the Fugees’ hit The Score, has died at age 50 at his home in Chilmark, Massachusetts; there is no readily identified cause of death, and the medical examiner is investigating. Forté rose from Brooklyn poverty to musical prominence, later serving 14 years in federal prison for aiding and abetting possession with intent to distribute cocaine before receiving clemency from President George W. Bush in 2008. After his release, he continued making music and scoring films, built a family on Martha’s Vineyard, and remained connected to the Fugees as tributes poured in from former collaborators like Wyclef Jean.

via Los Angeles Times|

#commutation #entertainment #fugees

music8 months ago•4 min saved

John Forté Dies at 50, Remembered as Fugees Collaborator and Refugee Camp Pioneer

John Forté, the rapper-producer who helped shape the Fugees era as part of the Refugee Camp All-Stars and contributed to The Score, died at 50 at his Massachusetts home; authorities said there were no signs of foul play and the state medical examiner will investigate. A Rawkus associate who later faced a 2000 drug-trafficking arrest and a 2002 commutation aided by Carly Simon, Forté returned to music with multiple albums and film scoring work before his death.

via pitchfork.com|

#carly-simon #fugees #john-forte

entertainment8 months ago•1 min saved

Grammy-nominated John Forté dies at 50 in Massachusetts home

Grammy-nominated musician John Forté, known for his work with the Fugees and the Refugee Camp All-Stars, was found dead at his Chilmark, Massachusetts home at age 50. Authorities reported no signs of foul play and the state medical examiner will determine the cause of death. Forté was a multi-instrumentalist and rapper with solo albums and notable collaborations, including with Carly Simon; he previously served prison time on a drug charge, later commuted by President George W. Bush. He is survived by his wife, Lara Fuller, and two children.

via NBC News|

#entertainment #fugees #john-forte

entertainment8 months ago•1 min saved

Tributes flow after John Forté's death; Fugees collaborator dies at 50

John Forté, Grammy-nominated musician known for his work with the Fugees and the Refugee Camp All-Stars, died at 50 at his home in Chilmark, Massachusetts; police say there are no obvious signs of foul play and the state medical examiner is investigating. A New York native and multi-instrumentalist, Forté contributed to The Score and The Carnival and released solo albums including Poly Sci and I John, with his 2021 project Vessels, Angels & Ancestors. He previously faced a 2000 arrest for liquid cocaine that led to a prison sentence later commuted by President George W. Bush. He is survived by his wife Lara Fuller and two children, with tributes pouring in from friends and fellow artists.

via The Guardian|

#death #entertainment #fugees

music8 months ago•16 min saved

John Forté, Fugees Collaborator and The Score Contributor, Dies at 50

John Forté, the Brooklyn-born musician known for his work with the Fugees and Wyclef Jean on The Score, died at 50; Massachusetts authorities said there were no signs of foul play and did not disclose a cause of death, and Forté’s career spanned solo albums, a 2000 drug conviction later commuted, and projects including a planned Fugees tour and HBO work.

via Variety|

#fugees #john-forte #music

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Lauryn Hill's Late-Night Performance at Essence Festival Draws Sparse Crowd

Lauryn Hill performed at the 2025 Essence Festival to an almost empty stadium due to delays, but organizers defended her performance and legacy, amid a recent history of touring issues and legal disputes.

via NME|

#empty-stadium #entertainment #essence-festival-2025

entertainment1 year ago•0 min saved

Fugees' Pras Michél Quits Group Amid 22-Year Prison Sentence Battle

Pras Michel, a member of the Fugees, has announced he is done with the group as he faces a potential 22-year prison sentence. The decision comes amid his ongoing legal battles, which have significantly impacted his career and personal life.

via Stereogum|

#entertainment #fugees #legal-issues

music1 year ago•16 min saved

Fugees' Pras Michél Denies Spy Allegations Amid Legal Battle

Pras Michel, founder of the Fugees, faces a potential 22-year prison sentence after being convicted on charges related to the 1MDB scandal, including illegal lobbying and campaign finance violations. Michel, who claims he never intended to be a spy, was involved with financier Jho Low, who is accused of embezzling billions from Malaysia's sovereign wealth fund. Despite his conviction, Michel plans to appeal, maintaining his innocence. The case highlights the intersection of celebrity, politics, and global finance, with Michel being the only one in Low's circle facing significant legal consequences.

via Variety|

#1mdb-scandal #celebrity-trials #fugees

music-festival2 years ago•7 min saved

"Coachella 2024: Celebrity Sightings, Surprise Performances, and Fashion Highlights"

The 2024 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival featured standout performances from Doja Cat, Tyler the Creator, Lana Del Rey, No Doubt, and Fugees, with surprise appearances by Paris Hilton and Shakira. The festival also showcased new additions like the Quasar Stage and highlighted diverse musical acts, making it a memorable event for attendees.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

#coachella-2024 #doja-cat #fugees

music2 years ago•1 min saved

"YG Marley's Coachella Set: Fugees Reunion with Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean"

Lauryn Hill surprised Coachella attendees by joining her son YG Marley on stage, leading to a mini Fugees reunion with Wyclef Jean. The trio performed Fugees classics and paid tribute to Bob Marley, with Busta Rhymes and Spliff Star also making appearances. YG Marley and the Fugees closed the set with a cover of Bob Marley's "Is This Love" and YG's original song "Praise Jah in the Moonlight."

via Variety|

#coachella #fugees #lauryn-hill

legalcriminal-justice2 years ago•2 min saved

Celebrity Lawyer Sentenced for Leaking Evidence in Fugees Rapper's Case

David Kenner, former lawyer for Fugees rapper Pras Michel, was sentenced to one year of unsupervised probation and fined after admitting to sharing protected discovery material with reporters in violation of a court order. The judge initially expressed concerns about the lack of punishment but ultimately accepted the deal. Kenner called the conviction a "low point" in his career and admitted to being "reckless." This comes after Michel's conviction on felony counts, with his lawyer's handling of the defense being called into question.

via NBC News|

#contempt-case #fugees #lawyer

legalcriminal-justice2 years ago•2 min saved

"Prominent Hip-Hop Lawyer Pleads Guilty to Leaking Evidence in Fugees Rapper's Case"

Attorney David Kenner, who represented Fugees rapper Pras Michel in a federal conspiracy case, pleaded guilty to leaking grand jury information to reporters and was sentenced to one year of probation. This action led to the publication of articles containing confidential materials. Michel's spokesperson criticized Kenner's actions, stating that they breached ethical lines and cost him dearly. Michel was convicted of money laundering, illegal lobbying, witness tampering, and campaign finance violations in April 2023, with charges tied to his relationship with Malaysian financier Jho Low. His new lawyers are seeking a new trial.

via Rolling Stone|

#criminal-contempt #fugees #lawyer

legalcrime2 years ago•3 min saved

Celebrity Lawyer Admits to Leaking Evidence in Fugees Rapper's Case

Prominent celebrity lawyer David Kenner pleaded guilty to leaking grand jury information to reporters about a political conspiracy case against Fugees rapper Pras Michel, for which he was sentenced to a year of unsupervised probation and a $5,000 fine. Kenner's actions led to a misdemeanor contempt of court charge, and his client, Michel, was eventually convicted of all 10 counts. Kenner's attorney argued that the reporters initially agreed to sign a protective order, but later changed their minds. Michel is now pushing for a new trial, claiming that Kenner made a host of errors, including bungling closing arguments by using an artificial intelligence program.

via The Associated Press|

#celebrity-lawyer #david-kenner #fugees