Jamaica Showbiz Latest News and Updates

Chicago rapper G Herbo will plead guilty to wire fraud conspiracy and identity theft when the federal case reaches court later this month, the Chicago Tribune reports. Herbo, real name Herbert Randall Wright, was first arrested on the federal charges in 2020.

Angelina Jolie is embracing change alongside her nearest and dearest. The actress was photographed apartment hunting in New York City while accompanied by her kids, Zahara, 18, and Pax, 19. Angelina Jolie goes blonde! Check out her new lookAngelina Jolie’s beautiful encounter with Jamaican business owner Gianna FakhourieAngelina Jolie spotted in New York in a beautiful black dressJolie wore a white trenchcoat, black pants, and white heels, and walked behind her kids with some sunglasses.

Emanuel Okusanya Burna Boy’s historic June 3 show at London Stadium will be available to stream on Apple Music Live on Wednesday, June 19. At the concert, which marked the first time an African artist headlined a stadium show in the U.K., Burna Boy was joined by British music stars Stormzy, J Hus and Dave, as well as the Jamaican singer Popcaan, creating an atmosphere of celebration and unity. “I had an unforgettable experience performing at London Stadium,” Burna Boy said in a statement. “The energy from the crowd was unmatched, and I’m grateful to all my fans for their unwavering support. Being featured in Apple Music Live is an incredible opportunity to share this historic moment with my fans worldwide. I’m excited for everyone to witness the magic we created that night. Special thanks to Apple Music for capturing and showcasing the performance.”

Over the past half-decade, permutations of dancehall music from around the world have gone from regional sounds to global sensations. In 2023, it just might be galala's turn.

BreAnna Bell Chef Alisa Reynolds was on the brink of losing her prized My 2 Cents restaurant when she was struck with an idea that would take her career worldwide. On her eight-episode unscripted Hulu series “Searching for Soul Food,” which dropped on June 2, the Los Angeles-based Reynolds travels the world, shining a light on marginalized cultures as she dines on native cuisines. Hailing from Onyx Collective, the series pushes Reynolds — whose food has been enjoyed by renowned figures such as Barack Obama, Lena Waithe, A$AP Rocky, among others — into the TV space as one of the few Black women to host their own show in the travel and food genres.

Bob Marley: One Love has been released – you can watch it above.Starring Kingsley Ben-Adir, the upcoming biopic centres on the life of the iconic reggae singer, from the early days of his career to his death in 1981.The film, which is set for release on January 12, 2024, is directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green (King Richard) and written by Zach Baylin, Frank E. Flowers and Terence Winter.

Marley and his legacy, as portrayed by “Peaky Blinders” and “The OA” star Kingsley Ben-Adir. It jumps between Marley playing to concert after concert of adoring fans as the legendary artist’s music plays in the background. As the trailer continues it takes on a darker tone as it delves into Jamaica’s civil war during the 1970s.It all comes to a head right before the One Love Peace Concert.

Bob Marley-centric biopic starring Kingsley Ben-Adir, . Helmed by Reinaldo Marcus Green, the film aims to celebrate the life and music of «an icon who inspired generations through his message of love and unity.»  highlights Bob's powerful story of overcoming adversity and the journey behind his revolutionary music.The trailer gives fans glimpses of the film's journey back to Bob's beginnings in Jamaica and takes them through his rise to global fame.

The first trailer for Bob Marley: One Love, a big screen biopic of the reggae singer, has been revealed. The movie is set to open in theaters on January 12 next year. Check out a preview above.

Kingsley Ben-Adir has quietly become an actor to watch thanks to memorable roles in the likes of “Peaky Blinders,” “The OA,” “One Night In Miami…” and the upcoming “Barbie.” Now Ben-Adir gets his biggest role yet in the upcoming biopic “Bob Marley: One Love,” where he plays the iconic Jamaican singer-songwriter. READ MORE: Kingsley Ben-Adir To Play Reggae Legend Bob Marley In Biopic From ‘King Richard’ Director Reinaldo Marcus Green Ben-Adir and Lashana Lynch co-star in “One Love” as Bob and Rita Marley, from Marley and his band The Heartbreakers rise to fame to the singer’s death in the 1980s.

The trailer for Bob Marley’s big-screen biopic has officially dropped.

McKinley Franklin editor Don’t worry about a thing: Paramount has released the first trailer for “Bob Marley: One Love,” the biopic starring Kingsley Ben-Adir set to highlight the life and legacy of the late reggae icon.  Audiences catch a first glimpse at the varying stages of Marley’s life throughout the trailer, leading back to his beginnings in Jamaica all the way to his rise to global fame. Glimpses of Marley performing on stage to the singer relaxing with his family paint a picture of his life. The trailer, too, sets the scene for Marley’s assassination attempt, which he survived. By the end, viewers are left with a parting phrase: “One love, one heart, one destiny.” 

Summer is in full swing, and if you’re lucky enough to have a holiday booked, you’ll be starting to think about what to pack. For TV personality Vicky Pattison , that includes one of her favourite bargain holiday finds; a pair of knotted sandals from Primark that she took with her as she jetted off on a luxury trip to Montego Bay in Jamaica with fiance Ercan Ramadan.

Angelina Jolie is enjoying her time with her kids. Over the past week, she’s been photographed enjoying New York city, accompanied by her children. Most recently, she was seen exiting a store alongside her son, Pax.Angelina Jolie and Zahara hold hands in New YorkAngelina Jolie’s beautiful encounter with Jamaican business owner Gianna FakhourieAngelina Jolie goes blonde! Check out her new lookJolie and Pax, 18, were photographed in SoHo, a neighborhood known for its luxurious stores and plentiful restaurants.

Emanuel Okusanya The Grammys, the Oscars, SXSW and other major industry events bring people from around the world to one central location. However, Dope Africans — an initiative aiming to fill in the gaps and create spaces for black and African industry stakeholders — is bringing the destination to the people by curating intimate and exclusive gatherings all over the world to connect Africa’s most influential creatives. In collaboration with Prime Video’s Culture Rated, Dope Africans served as a midpoint rendezvous at Paris Fashion Week (June 20-25, 2023) on June 22 for top talent such as Asake, Serge Ibaka, Fally Ipupa and John Monopoly. Also in attendance: industry giants such as Hussein Suleiman, co-founder of Daily Paper; Abdul Abdullah, Afro Future’s (previously known as Afrochella) founder; Shaquille Harrison of the NBA Lakers and Hussein Suleiman, co-founder of Daily Paper.

EXCLUSIVE: After partnering with LeBron James on the 2018 HBO documentary Student Athlete, Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy (Ms. Marvel) and Trish Dalton (Election Year) have reteamed for Reggae Girlz, a feature doc telling the untold story of the Jamaican women’s national football team and their inspirational journey, both on and off the field, to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Trading Places now.Speaking to The Daily Beast, Aykroyd recently reflected on the John Landis-directed film in which he starred in with Eddie Murphy back in 1983. In one scene, his character appears in Blackface and adopts a Caribbean accent.“I was in Blackface in that film, and I probably couldn’t get away with it now,” Aykroyd told the publication. “Eddie and I were improvising there.

A holidaymaker says that she was stopped from flying home after TUI staff told her she'd been blacklisted because of a minor toilet row. Victoria Devorie, 44, was checking in for her journey home from Jamaica when she discovered staff placed her on a banned list following her outbound flight.

A woman was forced to spend thousands of pounds to return home from her holiday in the Caribbean island after she claims she was 'banned' from her TUI flight.

The Daily Beast about the film, which follows his character, a wealthy investment broker, switching places with a broke con artist (played by Murphy, 62).In one scene of the R-rated comedy, Aykroyd appears in blackface while wearing dreadlocks and speaking in a Caribbean accent.“I was in blackface in that film, and I probably couldn’t get away with it now,” Aykroyd told the outlet last week. “Eddie and I were improvising there. Eddie is a black man, and his entourage were all black people, and I don’t think they batted an eye.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Dan Akyroyd admitted in a recent interview with The Daily Beast that he probably would not put on Blackface for a movie role today like he did 40 years ago in the blockbuster comedy “Trading Places.” Akyroyd starred in the John Landis-directed film as a rich investment broker who switches lives with a broke con artist, played by Eddie Murphy. Akyroyd’s character appears in Blackface and sports dreadlocks and a Caribbean accent during one scene set on New Year’s Eve. “I was in Blackface in that film, and I probably couldn’t get away with it now,” Aykroyd said. “Eddie and I were improvising there. Eddie is a Black man and his entourage were all Black people, and I don’t think they batted an eye. There was no objection then; nobody said anything. It was just a good comic beat that was truthful to the story.”

A British holidaymaker in Jamaica died after trying to drink all 21 cocktails on the menu at a hotel pool bar, an inquest has heard. Timothy Southern took part in the challenge having drank drunk beer and brandy in the morning already.

Jo Mersa Marley’s death have been revealed.Joseph “Jo Mersa” Marley — son of musician Stephen Marley and the grandson of reggae legend Bob Marley — died at 31 on Dec. 26 after being found unresponsive in a vehicle.In documents obtained by Rolling Stone from the Miami-Dade Medical Examiner’s Office Tuesday, Marley reportedly died of “acute asthma exacerbation” after being infected by a rhinovirus or enterovirus.Marley had a history of asthma, bronchitis and pneumonia, and was not taking his asthma medication at the time of his death, according to the magazine.

Angelina Jolie has embraced a new look. The actress and director was photographed with her children in New York, sporting a blonde hairstyle that’s a perfect fit for the summer months. Angelina Jolie and Maddox attend dinner with the President of South KoreaAngelina Jolie shares emotional tribute to her late mom: ‘Sending my love’Angelina Jolie’s beautiful encounter with Jamaican business owner Gianna FakhouriePhotos show Jolie and her kids, with her wearing a white coat that complimented her hairtstyle.

For Stacey Anderson the agony of not knowing is the worst. Five years ago her beloved grandparents Charlie and Gayle, 71 and 74, were brutally murdered in Jamaica, just a few weeks after discovering their life savings had been stolen.

Angela Bassett is sharing how Whoopi Goldberg is willing to defend all members of a shoot during filming.

In honour of the 25th anniversary of Angela Bassett’s 1998 flick “How Stella Got Her Groove Back”, the actress, and director, Kevin Rodney Sullivan, compare the difference between filming sex scenes at the time to nowadays.

Shortly after the latest Love Island series kicked off, it was revealed that Islanders Ella Thomas and Tyrique Hyde already knew each other from outside the villa. However, in an awkward turn of events, the encounter clearly wasn’t a memorable one for Tyrique as he claimed he couldn’t remember it. Tyrique, 24, is a semi-professional footballer who originally hails from Essex and currently plays as a midfielder for East Sussex club Lewes FC.

Bombshell Leah Taylor has a few connections with former Love Island stars including Danny Williams, who she previously dated.The pair kept the majority of their relationship off the radar and only announced they were official after their first anniversary. Leah, 27, who hails from Manchester arrived into the villa as a bombshell alongside Charlotte Sumner last week and soon made a subtle reference to her ex-Islander beau Danny Williams when she described his appearance during a villa date. Danny appeared on the hit ITV2 show back in 2019 and also entered the villa as a bombshell.The pair were together for over a year and were spotted together on a lavish holiday towards the end of last year.

Tribeca Festival screening and talkback celebrating the movie’s 25th anniversary. Going long in a lively discussion moderated by Torell Shavone Taylor at the SVA theater in New York City, the two got candid about choreographing Stella’s sex scenes, casting at 20-something Taye Diggs to “fulfill the fantasy” and trusting an Oscar-winning scene partner like Whoopi Goldberg to hold the film together. The beloved romantic comedy from 1998 stars Bassett as Stella Payne, a 40-year-old businesswoman who takes a well-needed vacation in Jamaica, only to fall for a handsome man half her age, Winston Shakespeare (Diggs). Bassett explained that casting Diggs as Stella’s lover for the movie was key to its success — and that it was a tight race between he and two other actors.