Anita Pointer, one of the founding members of the R&B group The Pointer Sisters, has died at age 74, according to her publicist Roger Neal. Eko Hot Blog reports that pointer passed away Saturday at her home in Los Angeles where she was surrounded by her family, Neal said in a statement. The cause … Read more
After five years, Ghanaian music and cultural festival Afrochella will not return, its organisers have said. Eko Hot Blog reports that the shock announcement was made at the very end of the two-day festival, in the early hours of Friday morning. EDITOR’S PICKS US: House Of Reps Bans TikTok From Official Devices Supreme Court Sets … Read more
Avatar The Way Of Water has made $1bn (£831m) at the global box office in just 14 days, becoming the fastest film to pass the milestone this year. Eko Hot Blog reports that the long-delayed sequel has proved a hit with audiences despite wildly varying reviews. EDITOR’S PICKS US: House Of Reps Bans TikTok From … Read more
Davido has sparked reactions after purchasing the N149 Million pendant. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, popularly called Davido, has splashed a whopping sum of N149 million on a customized diamond pendant. Davido is a lover of luxury items and the latest acquisition comes a few days after he performed at the … Read more
Ini Edo has spoken about her new deal with Netflix. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nollywood actress, Ini Edo, has taken to social media to open up on her new deal with Netflix and how much it cost her. Netflix had earlier today announced that a new Nigerian series that stars Ini Edo, Richard … Read more
Actor and comedian John Bird has died aged 86, his representatives have confirmed. Eko Hot Blog reports that Bird was part of the TV satire boom of the 1960s, and well known for his many appearances opposite John Fortune. EDITOR’S PICKS US: House Of Reps Bans TikTok From Official Devices Supreme Court Sets Date To … Read more
Rita Dominic has reacted to the allegations of wrecking the marriage of her husband with his ex-wife. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nollywood actress, Rita Dominic, has reacted to claims of dating her husband, Fidelis Anosike, while he was still married to his ex-wife. A lady identified as Winter Berry, on Twitter alleged that … Read more
Maxi Jazz, the lead singer of British dance act Faithless, has died aged 65. Eko Hot Blog reports that The musician and DJ, whose real name was Maxwell Fraser, was a core member of the group which is best known for its club classic Insomnia. EDITOR’S PICKS British Airways: Flights Leaving US Grounded Over Technical … Read more
Basketmouth’s wife has spoken up after marriage crash. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Elsie Okpocha, the estranged wife of Nigerian comedian cum actor, Basketmouth, has sparked reactions over a recent post on social media barely two days after her husband announced their separation. It was earlier reported that the father of two in a … Read more
Asake paid an emotional tribute to victims of UK concert stampede. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the fast-rising Nigerian pop star, Ahmed Ololade, professionally known as Asake, has paid an emotional tribute to those who died during a stampede at his concert in London. This online media platform recalls that the 27-year-singer’s concert turned chaotic … Read more
Popular American rapper, Big Scarr has been confirmed dead at the age of 22. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a fast-rising American rapper, Alexander Woods, famously known as Big Scarr is dead. Big Scarr was confirmed dead by The Shaderoom on Thursday, December 22, 2022. EDITOR’S PICKS JUST IN: Again, UK Court Denies Ekweremadu Bail, … Read more
Portable held a lavish Naming Ceremony for his fourth son. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola better known as Portable has thrown a lavish naming ceremony for his fourth son. Portable and his second wife, Honey Berry, christened their first son together (who is the singer’s fourth child) as family, … Read more
The photo of the second victim that died at Asake’s concert stampede has surfaced online. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the photo of a female security guard, Gabriella Hutchinson, who died after sustaining injuries during the music concert hosted by Nigerian singer, Asake, has surfaced on social media. It was earlier reported that the 23-year-old … Read more
Davido has made his first social media appearance after his son’s death. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the prominent Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has returned to social media after the tragic death of his son, Ifeanyi. The singer made his return to social media in a post on his Instagram page … Read more
Actor Henry Cavill has been dropped as Superman by the new bosses of DC Studios, less than two months after he announced his return to the role. Eko Hot Blog reports that Cavill said, “I have just had a meeting with James Gunn and Peter Safran and it’s sad news, everyone. I will, after all, … Read more
The man who attacked comedian Dave Chappelle on stage earlier this year has been jailed for nine months. Eko Hot Blog reports that Chappelle was tackled in front of a stunned audience at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles in May, while performing for a Netflix special. EDITOR’S PICKS New Orleans: Man Kills Female Uber … Read more
Stephen “tWitch” Boss, best known as the dancing DJ and sidekick on The Ellen Show, has died by suicide at 40. Eko Hot Blog reports that the TV star’s wife, Allison Holker Boss said he was “the backbone of our family, the best husband and father, and an inspiration to his fans”. EDITOR’S PICKS New … Read more
Megan Thee Stallion has described in emotional courtroom testimony her “shock” as fellow rapper Tory Lanez allegedly opened fire on her. Eko Hot Blog reports that she told a jury in Los Angeles,”I can’t believe I have to come here and do this.” EDITOR’S PICKS New Orleans: Man Kills Female Uber Driver Atlanta: Nurses Under … Read more
A US lawsuit alleging that Taylor Swift stole lyrics for her hit song Shake It Off has been dismissed by a judge. Eko Hot Blog reports that songwriters Sean Hall and Nate Butler had claimed the pop star lifted lyrics in her song’s chorus from their own hit Playas Gon’ Play. Swift denied being aware … Read more
DJ Cuppy has officially announced her engagement. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian billionaire’s daughter and female disc jockey, DJ Cuppy, has officially announced that she’s engaged to British boxer, Ryan Taylor. This online media platform earlier reported that in November 2022, Cuppy said yes to her white boyfriend at the Gumball award night … Read more