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    US superstar admits playing Glastonbury is on their bucket list

    SHE gave me chills while performing with Usher at the Super Bowl last month.And now Alicia Keys has another major gig in her sights — after admitting a trip to Glastonbury is on her bucket list.Alicia Keys has admitted a trip to Glastonbury is on her bucket listCredit: RexAlicia performed with Usher at the Super BowlCredit: AFPIn an exclusive chat following her performance at the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Saudi Arabia, the Fallin’ singer said she was keen to make her mark on Worthy Farm after lighting up the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas for her American football show-stopper which was beamed to more than 123million people around the world.Alicia said: “With the Super Bowl, when you prepare for something like that your heart is racing.“Even though I am not doing a dance, your voice can’t keep up with it because of the adrenalin.“When you’re chilling in your room and then you are out there in front of 80,000 in the stadium it is ridiculous.read more on glastonbury“It has trained me on how to figure out my breath and to learn how to keep my voice calm when everything else is chaotic and full of energy.“And Glastonbury? I think that needs to happen, don’t you?” Emily Eavis, I hope you’re reading this. With more than 90million record sales worldwide and nine Top Ten UK singles, Alicia is a self-made superstar — growing up in New York’s tough Hell’s Kitchen neighbourhood before hitting the big time. Most read in BizarreHer journey, Alicia told me, saw her drawing comparisons to our very own British rising star Raye.Alicia said: “I love Raye. Me and Raye singing together, that would be incredible.Alicia Keys’ husband Swizz Beatz takes sly dig at Usher after wife gets ‘very cozy’ with singer at Super Bowl“I am so excited for the way women are taking over music. “We have an organisation called She Is The Music and it is about really increasing the numbers of women on every side of the industry, from producers to engineers to lawyers and creatives and business entrepreneurs.“You do see a lot of growth. “We now have a seat at our own table to dictate the way things are going. You really do see women. “There is so much creativity. We are totally unfathomable, so I am really excited for Raye.”On her own inspirations, Alicia said: “I was raised by a single mother and she is a rock to me, unbelievable.“I am so happy the way I was raised by an inspirational woman like her who was so fierce and so determined.“She showed me about being a woman and about owning your power. “You need to be tough and it taught me to be my version of strong.As part of her performance at the F1, which was hosted by MDLBEAST, Alicia performed alongside acts including Pharrell Williams, Asap Rocky and Martin Garrix. And Away from pop music, Alicia worked hard to get a new theatre show, Hell’s Kitchen off the ground.The stage production mirrors Alicia’s story of reaching the spotlight and she now hopes to get it on to Broadway.She added: “My eyes are definitely on that. It would be a dream come true.“A lot of people will assume it is my life story but it is influenced by my experiences. “Growing up in New York is a very specific experience, as you have all different sides that reflect the culture. “Hell’s Kitchen is a unique world which I have not seen pieces on.“New York is such a melting pot, as you get a diverse sense of styles, places and dress. “There are no limits to the culture or the sounds you hear. “The city represents our dreams and what we want to achieve. “If you haven’t seen New York, if you see this piece you will feel it and a kindred spirit to the city. I am a kid with a dream. Aren’t we all?”You said it, Alicia.LILY LOVES A HAIRY STRIKERLILY ALLEN and I have more in common than I thought.The singer turned actress says she’s got a thing for big men with beards.Lily Allen says she’s got a thing for big men with beardsCredit: GettyOn her new podcast Miss Me?, with Miquita Oliver, Lily said: “I have daddy issues, don’t I? “I just want a big, old, hairy daddy. It’s all I want.”I’m sure her husband, Stranger Things actor David Harbour, will be thrilled.Lily talked about David’s dress sense, admitting he wears “a lot Stone Island”, a brand popular with footie hooligans. She added: “It’s strange seeing an American in something I associate with a very particular part of British culture. “I love my husband dearly, but he doesn’t understand what he’s wearing.”Lily needs to have a firm word.I can’t wait to see this.DEMAND for Usher’s UK gigs next year is so huge the Burn singer has added a tenth date at London’s O2 Arena.The 180,000 tickets for his first nine shows were snapped up in minutes last month. So he has added another on March 29, with tickets going on sale at 10am on Friday. He is one of my favourite singers, and you lot seem to like him too.LIV LOVER: WE’LL STAY LOW KEYOLIVIA RODRIGO’s British actor boyfriend has broken his silence on dating the US singer – four months after we revealed they were a couple.Louis Partridge did not to name the Good 4 U hitmaker but said they wanted to keep their relationship as low key as possible.Louis Partridge has spoken about dating Olivia RodrigoCredit: Getty Images – GettyLouis said they wanted to keep their relationship as low key as possibleCredit: Getty Images – GettyHe explained: “Dating probably shouldn’t be done in the public eye.”She’s got tons and tons of eyes on her case.”On how he blocks out online opinions, Louis told British Vogue mag: “If there’s a load of people nattering in a room about you, you can choose to put your ear to the door to hear what they say or not.”You’re probably better off not letting curiosity get the better of you.”DAVID GUETTA has become a dad for the third time.The DJ and Baby Don’t Hurt me hitmaker, who has a son and a daughter with ex-wife Cathy Lobe, has had a baby boy with his girlfriend, Cuban actress Jessica Ledon.David Guetta has become a dad for the third timeCredit: InstagramHe shared their happy news on Instagram and said: “Love is in the air. Welcome Cyan.”BLUD IS BUILDING FESTIVALFANS of Yungblud are in for a treat after he announced his very own festival.The aptly named Bludfest will take place on August 11 at the Milton Keynes Bowl in Buckinghamshire.Yungblud has announced his very own festivalCredit: GettyIt will feature performances from the man himself.Also playing will be rapper Lil Yachty, as well as singers Nessa Barrett and Lola Young.Yungblud, real name Dominic Harrison, said: “Bludfest will blur the lines of genre and destroy the limitation of imagination.“It will be a festival that cuts the corporate b*****ks and is all about the people. “My plan is to take it worldwide but this summer is the first one and it’s gonna be something no one has ever seen before in the UK.” He added: “Five years ago we imagined a world of our own. “In Bludfest we have physically built one. “It feels like the next logical step for me. “I want to create a physical safe space where people can come and celebrate the ideologies of this community, where unity, individuality and love is the main focus. READ MORE SUN STORIES“We bring the world of Yungblud to fing life right before your eyes.”I am expecting chaos. Brilliant, organised chaos. More

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    ‘Did you just decide to stop ageing?’ ask fans as 80s movie star, 60, hasn’t aged a day since hit movie 41 years ago

    JENNIFER Beals hasn’t aged a day since starring in Flashdance 41 years ago, according to stunned fans.The legendary 80s movie star, 60, wowed Super Bowl viewers when she appeared in T-Mobile’s latest advert alongside Jason Momoa.Jennifer Beals looks like she’s aged backwards in a new advertCredit: InstagramThey recreated the iconic wet chair scene from the film, with Jason showered with water from Jennifer’s hose.Zach Braff and Donald Faison also appear in the promo.When the network posted a clip to Instagram, social media users went wild over the movie star’s youthful appearance.One commented, “My god, did she just decide to stop aging? She looks incredible.”read more on FlashdanceAnother added, “Jennifer is so beautiful,” with someone else agreeing, “She’s still hot!!”One more chimed in with, “She’s an icon! Yass qween.”Born in 1963, Jennifer burst onto the silver screen with her performance in the 1980 film, My Bodyguard.However, it was her breakthrough role as Alexandra Owens in 1983’s Flashdance that truly propelled her to fame.Most read in ShowbizHer portrayal of the determined and talented dancer earned her critical acclaim, including an NAACP Image Award and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress.More recently, Jennifer has starred as Bette Porter in The L Word and its sequel series, Gerenation Q, on which she was also an executive producer.It’s been 41 years ago since she starred in FlashdanceCredit: AlamyJennifer is pictured in 2022Credit: Getty More

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    Huge Noughties RnB singer announces first UK tour in ten years after selling 150 million records

    SUPERSTAR singer Usher has announced his first tour of the UK in a decade.The RnB star – who headlined last weekend’s Super Bowl – will perform in London and a host of European cities in April 2025.
    Usher at the Super Bowl last weekCredit: Getty
    He stripped off for exhilarating performanceCredit: Getty
    Usher, 45, has sold a whopping 150 million records during his 30-year career.
    He was celebrated on the world’s biggest stage as he performed a medley of his biggest hits in front of almost 125 million TV viewers.
    The Love In This Club singer is now bringing his show to London’s O2 Arena for three shows in April 2025 as part of his Past Present Future tour.
    European fans will also get the chance to see him in Paris, Amsterdam and Berlin from April 15 to May 1.
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    Usher said as he announced the news: “Europe, you ready? After the epic experience at the Super Bowl and the huge demand for shows across North America, I’m happy to announce I’m coming your way as well – for shows in London, Paris, Amsterdam and Berlin.
    “This tour is both a celebration of the past 30 years and a glimpse into the future. We are just getting started!”
    Usher’s ninth studio album was released two days before his epic Super Bowl performance.
    Coming Home is his first solo track since 2016’s Hard II Love.
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    At the very beginning of Usher’s Super Bowl performance, the sound from the hitmaker’s microphone cut in and out.
    The giant microphone, that stretched across his face and covered half of his mouth, just wasn’t cutting it.
    It wasn’t until Usher brought out another major star, Alicia Keys, that the sound finally stabilized.
    He also brought out his friend Ludacris to perform their hit song Yeah!
    Then after his performance, Usher reportedly tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend, Jennifer “Jenn” Goicoechea.
    While at an afterparty, Usher, 45, was photographed wearing what appeared to be a gold band on his left ring finger.
    The couple had also filed for a marriage license in Clark County, Nevada, before this weekend’s big game in Las Vegas.
    Adding to the earlier speculation, the couple showed up to the party all dressed in white.
    Usher married his girlfriend Jennifer Goicoechea after his performanceCredit: Getty
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    Beyonce sparkles in silver blazer dress with matching boots in nod to upcoming album

    QUEEN Bey becomes Queen Cowbey as she sparkles in silver at a fashion show.The superstar, 42, teamed a blazer dress with matching boots and cowboy hat for the runway show in New York.
    Superstar Beyonce wore a blazer dress with matching boots and cowboy hat for a runway showCredit: beyonce.com
    The singer recently announced her country-themed album Renaissance Act IICredit: beyonce.com
    It came two days after announcing her country-themed album Renaissance Act II during the Super Bowl.
    Beyoncé also released two tracks on Sunday, with one, Texas Hold ’Em, already topping the iTunes chart.
    Last week Bey’s Super Bowl announcement shocked fans.
    The singer dropped two singles from the upcoming country-leaning LP.
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    Beyonce dropped the news minutes after Usher performed at the Halftime Show.
    “TEXAS HOLD ‘EM and 16 CARRIAGES out now,” she captioned her Instagram post.
    In it, the hitmaker wore a black jacket and black hat with just a heart, hanging from a belt covering her front and a shiny bra covering her boobs.
    The second photo for 16 Carriages was more tame and had a short-haired Beyonce wearing a cowboy hat and a button-down shirt.
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    The two songs are available on YouTube and Tidal now, and Texas Hold ‘Em is also on Spotify.
    Beyonce announced the album in a Super Bowl commercial.
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    She sampled a portion of Texas Hold ‘Em in the commercial as she announced Renaissance act 2 would be out on March 29.
    “OK, they ready — drop the new music. I told y’all the Renaissance is not over,” the singer said, after scrolling through songs on her iPhone.
    Beyonce announced her upcoming album in a Super Bowl commercial last weekCredit: beyonce.com More

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    Taylor Swift plans surprise career shift outside of music after record-breaking Grammy wins & Super Bowl celebrations

    TAYLOR Swift has a surprising new career shift on the horizon after her wild Super Bowl celebrations. Last month, the pop songstress revealed on stage at the Grammys – after picking up a record-breaking fourth Best Album gong – that she already had a new album lined up entitled The Tortured Poets Department. 
    Taylor won a record-breaking fourth Best Album award at this year’s Grammy’sCredit: Getty
    The singer celebrated her boyfriend Travis Kelce’s Super Bowl win at the weekendCredit: The Mega Agency
    Now we can reveal that the 34-year-old is also planning on a move entirely away from music – to pen her first book.
    The startling news comes after Taylor’s team, TAS Rights Management, trademarked a number of phrases and words.
    One was called “A Girl Named Girl”, which is the title of a little known novel the superstar penned when she was just 14 years old.
    Not much is known about it apart from what snippets she’s said previously in interviews with the manuscript said to be safely in the hands of her parents Andrea and Scott.

    From what Taylor has previously spoken about, it’s regarding a mother, who gives birth to a daughter after wanting a son. 
    It was penned during a regular summer vacation in the resort of Stone Harbor, New Jersey, where she was stuck in her “den” as she was scared to go out after a shark was found marooned on the dock of their waterfront house. 
    She told Vogue in 2012: “We lived on this basin where all this magical stuff would happen. One time a dolphin swam into our basin.
    “We had this family of otters that would live on our dock at night. We’d turn the light on and you’d see them, you know, hanging out, just being otters. 
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    “And then one summer, there was a shark that washed up on our dock. I ended up writing a novel that summer because I wouldn’t go in the water. 
    “I locked myself in the den and wrote a book. When I was fourteen. Because of a shark!”
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    The book is said to be between 350 and 400 pages, but Taylor delayed the chance to become a novelist when she “discovered music”. 
    She gave a talk to a group of kids for Scholastic on the importance of reading and writing in October 2014, saying after she wrote the novel, her plans changed.
    “But since then, I’ve discovered music and that’s the form of writing that inspires me the most. It’s not to say that I wouldn’t expand the mediums and the ways that I choose to write,” explained Taylor, then 22.
    “What if I end up writing a script or a book, or a book of poetry or something? That would be so amazing. I would love to see that happen.”
    The trademark application for “A Girl Named Girl” to the US Patent and Trademark Office is the third time Taylor’s team have filed since 2015.  
    Others have either been abandoned or delayed, so questions are now raised whether Taylor is serious about releasing her novel or about writing more material.
    At the start of this month, she also applied to trademark the phrase “The Tortured Poets Department” and “TTPD”, under the classifications of merchandise such as clothes and jewelry. 
    She’s also applied for her initials “TS” under live performances. 
    It comes after an epic Super Bowl weekend for Taylor and her NFL boyfriend Travis Kelce.
    The power couple delighted fans after sharing a kiss on the field in emotional scenes after the win against the San Francisco 49ers.
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    The pair partied long into the night with friends and family following the Kansas City Chiefs dramatic overtime win.
    The U.S. Sun reached out to reps for Taylor for comment.
    Taylor penned a novel as a young girl, aged 14Credit: Alamy
    The star may be planning to embark on a writing careerCredit: Getty More

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    Kendall Jenner sparks rumors she’s back with ex-boyfriend as they’re caught together in Super Bowl suite

    KENDALL Jenner has sparked rumors of a reconciliation with an ex boyfriend, as the two were spotted together at the Super Bowl.The Kardashians star watched the game from big sister Kim’s private suite.
    Kendall Jenner and sister Khloe Kardashian were guests in a suite at the Super BowlCredit: Instagram/khloekardashian
    Also spotted in the suite was Kendall’s ex, Devin Booker, sitting in the backCredit: Instagram/kylierubin
    Kendall, 26, Kim, 43, and some of their family and friends watched the Super Bowl from a suite at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, where the game was played.
    But among the guests, one person in particular caught the attention of fans – Kendall’s ex, Devin Booker.
    The NBA baller may not have wanted to be discovered, but he was spotted in the back of a photo shared by Kylie Rubin, daughter of Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin.
    While Kylie was napping on the shoulder of socialite Will Makris, sitting behind them was Devin.

    The 27-year-old drew little attention to himself, as he tried to enjoy a game-time snack in private.
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    However, his presence went public, and plenty of people in a Reddit chat room shared their surprise at seeing him back keeping up with the Kardashians.
    The speculation only intensified when Kendall’s recent ex, Bad Bunny, was spotted in a neighboring suite, but not with the reality star.
    “(Kendall) wasn’t sitting with Bad Bunny, and now we see she was with Devin? I always had a feeling there wasn’t a real closure,” one person commented.
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    Another noted the whole thing was, “messy.”
    Still, others said the reunion was simply a suite guest-list coincidence.

    “It’s Michael Rubin’s suite, he controls the guest list and clearly there were at least a couple dozen people in there,” one person explained. (It’s) not like Kendall invited Devin in.”
    “They obviously aren’t sitting together,” another noted. “And I am sure she wasn’t thrilled to be in the same suite, but she had to deal with it.”
    A third person noted neither party seemed interested in the other.
    “He looks unbothered. Maybe they’ve both moved on.”
    GAME MISCONDUCT
    It appeared many of the suite guests were unbothered. Especially by the big game.
    Sitting in the stadium suite, Kendall, Kim, her BFF La La Anthony, and sister Khloe Kardashian, looked unmoved by what was happening at the game.
    Not only were Kim and La La on their phones, but one of Kim’s associates who was in her suite was caught napping.
    Other attendees around the mom of four had their faces buried in their cellphones as well.
    Photos that captured Kim and her pals with facial expressions of boredom at the game exploded online.
    FALSE START
    Kendall is still fresh from her relationship with Bad Bunny.
    Sources told The U.S. Sun that she and the rapper, also known as Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, broke up in December.
    The couple kept their relationship private but were confirmed to be dating in February 2023, and an insider insisted there was no bad blood between the two after the breakup.
    Kendall first hopped out with Bad Bunny on February 16, 2023, when onlookers spotted them together at the Bird Streets Club in West Hollywood.
    Clubgoers claimed they saw the two making out and sharing affection until they made separate exits from the venue.
    Although the former couple called it quits after less than a year of dating in 2023, an insider insisted “there’s no bad blood” between the two.
    An insider explained to The Messenger: “They are still in contact. Their relationship had been rocky due to their busy schedules.
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    The source shared that Kendall “felt the relationship truly ran its course.”
    In January 2024, however, sources confirmed that the pair reconnected after spending time together with a few mutual friends in the Caribbean to welcome the new year.
    Fans thought the celebs all looked bored and distracted in the suiteCredit: AFP
    Kendall and Devin dated in 2022Credit: Getty
    The model moved on with Bad Bunny in 2023Credit: Getty More

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    Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tipped to become richest power couple in entertainment worth staggering £4bn

    TAYLOR Swift and Travis Kelce are on course to become the richest power couple in entertainment after his win at the Super Bowl.Experts believe they could become worth more than £4billion eclipsing the fortunes and influence of Jay-Z and Beyonce or David and Victoria Beckham.
    Experts believe that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are on course to become the richest couple in the entertainment industryCredit: Getty
    Taylor celebrated at the Super Bowl after boyfriend Travis’s Kansas City Chiefs won the big gameCredit: Reuters
    Entrepreneur and former NFL star Evan Oglesby, 42, said there is “no cap” on their earning power given the “connection to the fans in sports and showbusiness.”
    He said: “In modern times. I mean, Travis is not the first person to date a celebrity, but he is one right now that’s capturing the attention of America and the world. It’s a great storyline.
    “They brand at £4 billion. I don’t even think that’s the cap on that really. That’s the minimum.
    “Travis is a professional and for one, I mean he’s one of the greatest that ever played that position. It is highlighting who he is as a person.
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    “This will elevate him no matter what happens. Travis Kelce is favoured by so many.
    “Taylor helped out with a lot of that, and I mean, everybody wants to have that big name, and I think this is what’s going to help him really set that in concrete for years to come.”
    Oglesby, spoke at the Sports Illustrated Invitational golf outing, hosted by NFL Pro Bowler and Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby, golf Influencer Paige Spiranac, MMA and UFC Ringside Announcer Bruce Buffer, and the Country Club Adjacent Podcast and produced by Authentic Brands Group (Authentic), in partnership with ENTER.
    The Anti-Hero singer flew 5,530 miles by private jet from Tokyo to Nevada to attend Sunday night’s Super Bowl, which saw Travis’ team, the Kansas City Chiefs, beat the San Francisco 49ers.
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    Taylor was seen chugging beer in the stands at the Allegiant Stadium alongside pals including rapper Ice Spice and singer Lana Del Rey.
    Later on, she joined Travis to celebrate his win at XS Nightclub at the Wynn Las Vegas.
    They ate chicken fingers and fries in a VIP section of the club and partied until 5.15am.
    Taylor Swift chugs beer after being shown on Super Bowl stadium jumbotron as fans chant ‘one of us’
    Taylor proves she loves the Super Bowl as much as any other fan as she chugs down some beer
    However, she was overshadowed during the event after Beyonce announced a surprise new album..
    The superstar, 42, revealed she will release a country music record called Renaissance Act II on March 29 – three weeks before Tay’s new album The Tortured Poets Department..
    During an ad break for the game, watched by over 100million in the US alone, she appeared in an advert for the US internet supplier Verizon which saw her dress up as a saxophonist, an astronaut and Barbie in a comical bid to “break the internet”.
    At the end of the clip — which she is believed to have been paid £27million to star in — she said: “OK, they ready. Drop the new music.”
    Her announcement comes just a week after Taylor surprised fans with the news of her next album on stage at the Grammy Awards, where she won Album of the Year for a historic fourth time.
    In artwork for one of Beyonce’s new songs, Texas Hold ‘Em, she poses nearly nude with a metallic heart protecting her modesty.
    On the second track, a ballad called 16 Carriages, she sings about leaving home at 15 to launch her career in Destiny’s Child and sings about her dad cheating on her mum.
    Later in the song the star, who has daughters Blue Ivy, 12, and Rumi, six, and her twin brother Sir with husband Jay-Z, 54, touches on missing her family while touring the world.
    Beyonce, who wrote the album during the pandemic, when she turned 39, sings: “It’s been thirty-eight summers, and I’m not in my bed.
    “On the back of the bus and a bunk with the band. Going so hard, now I miss my kids.
    “Overworked and overwhelmed. I might cook, clean, but still won’t fold.”
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    The songs shot straight to No1 and No2 on the iTunes chart.
    The first Renaissance album went to No1 around the globe and was Beyonce’s most successful era in years, with a mammoth sellout stadium tour.
    Beyonce showed off her very glam look – as she prepared to upstage TaylorCredit: Parkwood
    The surprise announcement of Renaissance Act II including songs like Texas Hold ‘Em has left fans speculating about a new collaboration with Lady GagaCredit: Columbia Records
    OFF-KEY BEN’S A DONUT IN AD
    IT’S a case of “oh no” for J-Lo as she watches on in horror as hubby Ben Affleck shows off his terrible singing in a Dunkin’ Donuts ad.
    The advert, declared the funniest of the night by viewers, also featured NFL great Tom Brady, 46, and Ben’s pal Matt Damon.

    J-Lo cringes as she watches her husband’s terrible singingCredit: Dunkin DonutsARI’S TRAILER LOOKS WICKED

    ARIANA Grande casts a spell in the trailer for two-part film Wicked which aired during the adverts.
    The Break Free singer, 30, plays Glinda and British Cynthia Erivo, 37, is green witch Elphaba.
    The Wizard of Oz prequel will hit cinemas in November.

    TAYLOR OF THE TAPE
    TAYLOR SWIFT: The Tortured Poets Department. Release April 19.
    GENRE: Pop.
    THEME: Revenge on ex — British actor Joe Alwyn.
    SONG TITLES: Guilty As Sin? and I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can).
    WORTH: £870m.
    BEYONCE: Renaissance Act II. Release March 29.
    GENRE: Country.
    THEME: Reflection on her life and career featuring deeply personal lyrics.
    SONG TITLES: Texas Hold ’Em and 16 Carriages.
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    Usher marries longtime girlfriend Jenn Goicoechea in Las Vegas after performing Super Bowl Halftime Show

    USHER has secretly ushered in a new wife after his big Super Bowl halftime show.The singer has reportedly tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend, Jennifer “Jenn” Goicoechea.
    Usher and girlfriend Jennifer Goicoechea showed up to an after-party in all whiteCredit: Rex
    Usher sparked rumors after the Super Bowl that he got marriedCredit: Marc Patrick/BFA.com/REX/Shutterstock
    What looked like a ring could be seen on that certain fingerCredit: Marc Patrick/BFA.com/REX/Shutterstock
    While at an afterparty, Usher, 45, was photographed wearing what appeared to be a gold band on his left ring finger.
    Hours later, People reported the two had indeed gotten married.
    The couple had also filed for a marriage license in Clark County, Nevada, before this weekend’s big game in Las Vegas.
    Adding to the earlier speculation, the couple showed up to the party all dressed in white.

    The Yeah singer wore a bright white fur coat that reached to the floor.
    Jenn, 40, matched in an all-white pantsuit of her own.
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    Usher and Jenn first sparked dating rumors in June 2019, after being spotted together at their mutual friend Keith Thomas’ birthday.
    The Confessions singer foreshadowed his big news earlier this week in an interview with People.
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    “Listen, when you find someone that you know is a great partner, of course it is an honor and a pleasure to be able to share life with someone who wants to share it with you and loves you, who you are,” he told the outlet.
    “We’ve obviously made a commitment to life for life together because of our children,” Usher continued. “It wouldn’t be odd for us to get married. We already did here. You know what I’m saying?”
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    “And we’re going to be in each other’s lives until we die, obviously, because we have something to share. That’s beautiful. Our children. But not because of that. I really do feel like I have an amazing partner that I respect,” he continued.
    On September 30, 2020, Usher and Jenn announced they welcomed their first daughter together.
    Sovereign is their first child together but is the singer’s third overall.
    On October 29, 2021, Jenn gave birth to their second child together – and Usher’s fourth – a son named Sire.
    MY BOO
    Jenn is a record executive who works as the senior vice president of A&R at Epic Records.
    Epic Records represents a range of big artists, including Travis Scott and Meghan Trainor, and is owned by Sony Music Entertainment.
    According to People, Jenn was raised in Miami, Florida, by an Italian mother and a Puerto Rican father.
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    She is now based in Atlanta, Georgia, and has also worked as the director of The Rhythm & Soul (Urban) Department at ASCAP, per her LinkedIn profile.
    She attended Full Sail University from 2003 to 2004, where she studied recording arts.
    Usher had filed for a marriage license earlierCredit: Rex
    The two started dating in 2019Credit: Getty More