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'It's Embarrassing': Pete Davidson Admits He Was High on Ketamine During Aretha Franklin's Funeral
In Pete Davidson's latest comedy special, the funnyman revealed what happened when he attended Aretha Franklin's 2018 funeral. NEWS
President Joe Biden Awkwardly Name Drops Aretha Franklin's 'Who's Zoomin' Who' When Asked If He Will Visit Tragic Ohio Crash Site
President Joe Biden awkwardly name dropped Aretha Frankin's 'Who's Zoomin Who' in a confused response to reporter. SHOPPING
Shop Your Favorite Actresses' Show-Stopping Styles From The 2022 Screen Actors Guild Awards — Get The Looks For Less
With fashion inspo from the best actors, actresses and celebrities at this year's SAG Awards, OK! helps you shop similar styles worn by your favorite nominees! SHOPPING
Hayley Erbert Looks Fabulous In Florals At 'Respect' Premiere Wearing Pink & Yellow Two-Piece Matching Skirt Set — Get The Look
Hayley Erbert stunned at the 'Respect' premiere wearing a pink-and-yellow floral matching set crop top and maxi skirt. OK! helps you shop the look for less! CELEBRITY STYLE AND FASHION NEWS
Jennifer Hudson, Jordin Sparks & More Turn Heads At Premiere Of Aretha Franklin Biopic 'Respect'
Jennifer Hudson, Jordin Sparks and more turned heads at the L.A. premiere of Aretha Franklin Biopic 'Respect' on Sunday, August 8. ENTERTAINMENT
Jennifer Hudson Sings New Song From Aretha Franklin Biopic 'Respect' — Listen To The Killer Track
Jennifer Hudson is showing off her vocals yet again. Her new single "Here I Am (Singing My Way Home)" from Aretha Franklin biopic just dropped. VIDEOS
How Aretha Franklin's Three Handwritten Wills 'Created All Kinds Of Conflict' Between Late Singer's Children — Watch
Aretha Franklin's life and financial woes are explored in the eye-opening new REELZ documentary 'Aretha Franklin: Life, Death & Money.' Watch a preview, here. VIDEOS
How Aretha Franklin's Voice 'Became A Battle Cry' And 'A Bell To Freedom' — New Doc Charts Her Rise To 'Queen Of Soul' Status
A new REELZ documentary delves into the three tracks that cemented Aretha Franklin's royal status and prolific imprint on society. Watch a preview, here. NEWS
Aretha Franklin's Family Slam 'Genius' Biopic As 'Extremely Disrespectful,' Claim They Were Not Consulted
Aretha Franklin's family slammed the 'Genius' biopic about the soul singer, calling it 'extremely disrespectful' and claiming that they were not consulted for the project. EXCLUSIVE
EXCLUSIVE COLUMN: Geraldo Rivera Digs Into The Tragic Murder Of Aretha Franklin's Father — 'You'll Be Surprised By What You See And Hear'
Aretha Franklin's cousin and niece sat down with Geraldo Rivera for a REELZ documentary to discuss the investigation and prosecution into the death of Aretha's father, C.L. Franklin. VIDEOS
Aretha Franklin 'Was Helpless': Inside The Backstage Moment The Singer Found Out Her Father Was Critically Shot
Geraldo Rivera's 'Murder in the Family' series goes back to the night Aretha Franklin's father, C.L. Franklin, was killed. Watch a preview of the REELZ documentary, which airs February 13. PHOTOS
See Jennifer Hudson Transform Into Aretha Franklin In First Trailer For 'Respect' Biopic
The musical drama will hit theaters on October 9, 2020. PHOTOS
Ariana Grande, Faith Hill & More Pay Tribute To Aretha Franklin At Her Funeral
Celebrities attended the service to honor the Queen of Soul's life. PHOTOS
Tears Flood As Fans Emotionally Pay Their Respects To The Late Aretha Franklin
She will by lying in state at a Detroit museum over the next two days. PHOTOS
'Real Housewives Of Atlanta' Star Kandi Burruss SLAMS Madonna's Aretha Franklin Tribute
'She made that whole thing about her,' she said. VIDEOS
Ariana Grande Gives A Heartbreaking Performance Of 'Natural Woman' In Tribute To Aretha Franklin
By the end, she received a standing ovation and was visibly near tears. VIDEOS
Exclusive Interview: Debbie Gibson Reacts To Aretha Franklin’s Passing
‘That voice was so God given and inspirational.’ VIDEOS
Beyoncé & Jay-Z Honor The Late Aretha Franklin At Their Detroit Concert
The couple dedicated the show to the Queen of Soul. NEWS
Music Legend Aretha Franklin Dead At 76
Her sister-in-law said she was 'very ill' over the weekend. NEWS
Aretha Franklin to Kathie Lee Gifford: Do "Some Research" Before Talking About Me
Old school soul fans were thrilled when none other than Aretha Franklin possesed an interest in filling one of the Americon Idol judging seats last week. OK! NEWS
Aretha Franklin Wants to Judge 'American Idol'!
With Adam Lambert and Katy Perry's names being tossed around as potential American Idol judges, there's one musical legend who's tossing her hat into the ring — NEWS
Was Aretha Franklin Banned From Whitney Houston's Funeral?
Although Whitney Houston's funeral was full of celebs — like Alicia Keys, Jennifer Hudson and music mogul Clive Davis — paying their respects, one A-lister was NEWS
Whitney Houston's Funeral in Newark; Mariah Carey and Oprah Winfrey Among the Attendees
Whitney Houston sadly passed away a week ago at the young age of 48. And today, she will now be put to rest amongst her family and friends. With the service NEWS
Aretha Franklin Calls Off Engagement to William Wilkerson
The wedding is off. Aretha Franklin was one of the many celebrities to get engaged over the holidays, but she won't be heading down the aisle.OK! NEWS: ARETHA NEWS
Aretha Franklin is Engaged to Longtime Friend William "Willie" Wilkerson
Aretha Franklin is getting hitched to her longtime friend William "Willie" Wilkerson.The "Respect" singer announced today that she will be taking another NEWS
Lunchtime Lowdown: Kimora Lee Simmons Is "Practicing" for Another Baby
• Kimora Lee Simmons says she's "practicing" for another baby with Djimon Hounsou. (PopEater) • Check out James Franco's road to the Oscars. (Celebuzz) • Aretha NEWS
Fantasia Speaks About Grammy Boycott
Although American Idol winner, Fantasia Barrino, won a Grammy for Best Female Vocal Performance, during the ceremony she was nowhere to be found. Want to know NEWS
Aretha Franklin Thanks Fans After Stunning Grammys Tribute
In a stunning opening performance to the Grammy Awards, Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Hudson, Martina McBride, Florence Welch and Yolanda Adams payed homage to NEWS
WATCH: Christina Aguilera Falls at Grammys During Aretha Franklin Tribute
First a lyrical fumble, now an on-stage stumble. Viewers who were paying close attention to last night's Grammy performances may have noticed Christina Aguilera NEWS
Christina Aguilera and Jennifer Hudson Will Honor Aretha Franklin at Grammys
Only five days to go and another stellar line-up has been added to the Grammys roster! Christina Aguilera and Jennifer Hudson will honor Aretha Franklin on NEWS
Breakfast Links: Nicolette Sheridan Drops Part of 'Desperate Housewives' Lawsuit
•Nicolette Sheridan drops part of Desperate Housewives lawsuit (TMZ) •Michael Lohan sends Charlie Sheen open letter (Radar Online) •Rihanna courtside at NEWS
Aretha Franklin Tells Fans She Feels Great!
In her first interview since falling ill and canceling her concerts, Aretha Franklin wants fans to know she's doing great after an undisclosed surgery on Dec. NEWS
Breakfast Links: Does Lindsay Lohan Have a Stalker?
• Is Lindsay Lohan being stalked while in rehab? (Celebuzz) • Aretha Franklin returns home from the hospital. (Huffington Post) • Tom Cruise thanks Dubai for NEWS
Report: Aretha Franklin Has Cancer
After a magazine story this week claimed that Aretha Franklin has incurable pancreatic cancer, a new report out of Detroit cites a relative of the Queen of Soul NEWS
Breakfast Links: Kellan Lutz Wants a 'Twilight' Spin-Off; Robert Pattinson & Kristen Stewart Lock Lips on Set
• Kellan Lutz says he'd love to have his own Twilight spin-off. (Celebuzz) • Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart go for a swim and lock lips on the set of NEWS
Lunchtime Lowdown: Kody Batchelor to Join 'Glee'?; Joe Jackson Refiles Wrongful Death Suit
• Kody Batchelor joining Glee cast as Coach Beiste's new recruit? (Celebuzz) • Michael Jackson's father Joe Jackson refiles wrongful death suit. (MTV News) • NEWS
Ronald Isley Honored at Soul Train Awards; Solo Album Debuts Tomorrow
Just 7 months after his release from prison for tax evasion, recording artist Ronald Isley is set to debut his solo album tomorrow, Nov. 20. The singer was NEWS
Aretha Franklin Cancels Concerts for the Next Six Months
Unfortunately, the show won't go on for Aretha Franklin. The singer has had to cancel all of her concerts and appearances for the next six months. OK! NEWS: NEWS
Breakfast Links: Nick Lachey & Vanessa Minnillo Get Engaged; James Bond is Back
•Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo are engaged. (Huffington Post) •Doctors tell Aretha Franklin to clear her schedule until May, although her condition is not NEWS
Celebrity Teen Moms Who Aren't on 'Teen Mom'
While the debate continues as to whether MTV's Teen Moms are celebrities or not, here are some stars who were teen moms themselves. Of course you've heard of NEWS
Lunchtime Lowdown: Scary Spencer Shaves His Beard; Selena Gomez Dressing Up as Katy Perry for Halloween
• Reality star Spencer Pratt continues his act by shaving beard and Tweeting creepy picture. (Celebuzz) • Aretha Franklin's son brutally beaten in Detroit. NEWS
Aretha Franklin Wrangles Halle Berry for Biopic
Aretha Franklin wants Halle Berry to play her in an upcoming biopic based on the iconic “Respect” singer’s book Aretha: From These Roots, according to new NEWS
Aretha Franklin Breaks Ribs in a Fall
Say a little prayer for Aretha Franklin who was forced to cancel two free concerts in New York after falling and breaking her ribs. Reps for the Queen of Soul NEWSStars & Legends Shine at Apollo Spring Benefit Concert
It was a magical evening on Monday night at the Apollo Theater in NYC. Actor/singer Jamie Foxx hosted the 2010 Apollo Spring Benefit Concert & Awards Ceremony. NEWS
'American Idol': What Wasn't on TV for Siobhan's Elimination
After performing her own country-rock rendition of “Any Man of Mine,” it was time for Siobhan Magnus to say goodbye to her dreams of becoming the next American NEWS
Etta James "Can't Stand" Beyonce
Wow! There's a new celebrity feud circulating around Hollywood. The latest is between legendary singer Etta James and Beyonce.James, known for her rendition of NEWS
Obama Is The New President!
We have a new President! President Barack Hussein Obama has been sworn in as the 44th President of the United States of America. Our first African American NEWS
Aretha Franklin Slams Beyoncé's "Cheap Shot"
Unchallenged Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin doesn't play second fiddle to anyone — and she's letting Beyoncé and the folks behind Sunday night's Grammy broadcast NEWS
Stars to Commemorate MLK Jr
With an All Star line up that includes Whoopi Goldberg, Queen Latifah, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, and Carlos Santana just to name a few the 'Dream Concert'

