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It’s become an annual tradition in the US to add some legal disputes to the holiday cheer.

This week’s new entertainment releases include Mariah Carey in concert on CBS singing Christmas songs, a free stream of the beloved 1965 animated special “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and megahit "Top Gun: Maverick” lands on Paramount+ on Thursday.

More than a year after its U.S. launch, McDonald's loyalty program had 25 million active members, as of Sept. 30.

There were plenty of reasons Vince Guaraldi's soundtrack to ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ shouldn't have worked.

A heartfelt Patti LaBelle praised her lifelong friend Gladys Knight.

The TikTok filmed at Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You" performance at the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade has received over 6 million views.

Mariah Carey shared the story behind "All I Want For Christmas" in a new interview for the cover of W magazine. She also opened up about her difficult childhood.

Mariah Carey sought to trademark the branding for products, but her request was rejected after a challenge from full-time Christmas musician Elizabeth Chan. Now anyone can be a Christmas queen.

The board said she doesn't have the right to exclusively call herself the holiday's "princess" either.

Mariah Carey tried to trademark her Yuletide moniker, but another "Queen of Christmas" stopped it from happening.

Her debut picture book, "The Christmas Princess," features the theme of bullying, which she said was important because it was part of her childhood reality.

Martha Stewart implored Mariah Carey not to skip out on Thanksgiving after the singer posted a video saying "it's time" for Christmas on Nov.1.

Duran Duran stumbled but stayed sophisticated.

The singer released a children's book about a girl who overcomes adversity. In an interview, Carey reveals the advice she would give her younger self.

October is over with, which means the holidays are just around the corner. That also means it’s time for Mariah Carey to come out of hiding and sit upon the throne of Christmas.

Mariah Carey's new non-autobiographical children's book, "The Christmas Princess," is out in stores now.

Mariah Carey, dubbed the Queen of Christmas by her fans, took to her Instagram to post a video in which she proclaimed that Christmastime is officially here.

Celebrities have worn sheer dresses, latex gloves, and full-body face paint on Halloween costumes over the years.

Netflix actress Millie Bobby Brown revealed during an episode of "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" that she has become close with Mariah Carey.

Mariah Carey announced that she would be holding two concerts, one in New York and one in Toronto in December. The shows will take place at Scotiabank Arena and Madison Square Garden.

Meghan Markle will resume her popular “Archetypes” podcast now that royal mourning for Queen Elizabeth II is officially over, People […] The post Meghan Markle presses play, brings back ‘Archetypes’ after mourning queen appeared first on TheGrio.

The 10th anniversary of the Global Citizen Festival, which included performances from Metallica, Mariah Carey and Usher, generated more than $2.4 billion in commitments to fight extreme poverty and disease.

Carey has shared that recordings of the alternative album with her lead vocals have been found. And she hinted that the elusive project will finally be released.

MrBeast fans flock to the grand opening of his first burger restaurant, in the US.

Response to podcast series and magazine profile met with barb that duke and duchess are ‘taking a hardship and turning it into content’

Mariah Carey opened up about her marriage to Tommy Mottola during a recent interview with Meghan Markle. The "Obsessed" singer claimed she was "locked away" during the marriage.

The Duchess of Sussex interviewed Mariah Carey for her Spotify podcast, "Archetypes." In the episode, the women discuss the word "diva."

A prosecutor in Atlanta has announced a sprawling indictment targeting members of what she called a violent street gang that targeted the homes of famous athletes, entertainers and others.

Darlene Love says she was dubbed the "Queen of Christmas" 29 years ago. Another artist went so far as to take legal action against the trademark.

The 53-year-old superstar's trademark claim "Queen of Christmas" is largely based on her 1994 smash hit and holiday classic "All I Want for Christmas Is You."

Jon Batiste, his career soaring after winning multiple Grammys, is leaving his perch as bandleader of “The Late Show” after a seven-year run backing up host Stephen Colbert.

Metallica, Mariah Carey and The Jonas Brothers will headline a free concert in New York’s Central Park to mark the 10th anniversary of the Global Citizen Festival on Sept. 24.

Nick Cannon said he would reconcile with his ex-wife Mariah Carey if their love could be "the way it was" on the The Hottee Talk Show podcast.

Silenced for two years, the Songwriters Hall of Fame is ready to party again, welcoming a diverse set of artists for its Class of 2022.

The queen of country glamour Carrie Underwood brought the bling to the CMA Fest as she introduced her latest record, “Denim & Rhinestones.”.

Nick Cannon, who was married to Mariah Carey from 2008 to 2014, attributed the costs to "everything from security to hair and makeup to jets."

Philadelphians living near the city's South Street restaurant corridor were saddened by not shocked by a mass shooting in the city.

The pop star is being sued for $20 million over copyright infringement for her mega-Christmas hit "All I Want for Christmas is You."

Andy Stone, known as Vince Vance, filed a lawsuit against Carey on Friday in a New Orleans federal court.

The author discusses Whitney Houston, Gladys Knight, racism in magazines, and why she’s so hopeful for the future of music and writing.

Hit-Boy won top Grammy rap honors with some of hip-hop’s biggest heavyweights, from Jay-Z, Kanye West, known as Ye, to Nas, and now he is ascending into a new musical weight class as a producer.

Actor Jussie Smollett’s was convicted on Thursday for lying to Chicago police about a racist, homophobic attack. The jury convicted him on five counts of disorderly conduct. (Dec. 10)

L.A. Reid is ready to see two of music’s royalty go round for round in a “Verzuz.” The record executive has played a role in […]

Mariah Carey told Vogue that the gold, embellished Dolce & Gabbana dress she wore during her Apple TV+ holiday special took 250 hours to bead.

Pop star Justin Bieber has performed to a packed crowd in the Saudi city of Jiddah, singing some of his most popular hits on stage to excited fans.

Massachusetts congresswoman Ayanna Pressley is upset that her beloved Mariah Carey Christmas album has gone missing.

Mariah Carey has made it clear that Nick Cannon’s five other kids are not ‘step’ siblings with the two children […] The post Mariah Carey shuts down interview questions about ‘step’ children with Nick Cannon appeared first on TheGrio.

Everyone pretty much knows that Mariah Carey is the Queen of Christmas and as that time of year nears, Carey is gearing up for the […]

The fiancee of slain Saudi critic Jamal Khashoggi joined a chorus of voices calling on pop star Justin Bieber to cancel his concert in Saudi Arabia next month.

McDonald's is aiming to juice its holiday sales through a collaboration with pop star Mariah Carey.

The hit, a staple of the Christmas season, continues to delight and vex listeners across the globe.

There are serious questions about whether safety protocols were followed on the New Mexico movie set where Alec Baldwin accidentally shot and killed a cinematographer. Jonathan Vigliotti has new details.

Celebrities have incorporated sheer dresses, latex gloves, and full-body face paint into their Halloween costumes over the years.

She told PrideSource that she wasn't happy with the outfits she wore in the '90s. "They did [dress me in a lot of black]," she says of her team at the time. Mariah Carey

Everybody, Backstreet’s back — in Vegas.

Mariah may be the queen of Christmas, but she still knows how to assemble the perfect outfit for a Fourth of July barbecue. Mariah Careymariah carey/instagram

"For the record, I'm a huge fan of hers," Black Swan said of Mariah Carey, the icon and ex-wife of Nick Cannon. "Me too!" the show's host said.

The Grammy Awards have changed its tune and voted to remove its nomination review committees — groups that determined the contenders for key awards at the coveted music show.

After Derek Chauvin was found guilty in George Floyd's murder, celebs such as Mariah Carey, Kerry Washington, Chris Evans and RZA weighed in on social media.

This combination of photos shows key art for "The Runaway Bunny," premiering March 25 on HBO Max, left, "Tina," a documentary about Tina Turner premiering March 27 on HBO Max, center, and "City on a Hill," a new series premiering March 28 on Showtime. He has grasped, at least for a proud man like Anthony, how one’s ego keeps fighting a battle it doesn’t know is already lost.”Ad— In Dan Lindsay and T.J. Martin's revealing documentary “Tina,” Tina Turner surveys her tumultuous and extraordinary life. The film, which debuts Saturday on HBO and HBO Max, includes intimate interviews with the 81-year-old “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll," along with previously unseen footage, audio tapes and personal photos. The piercing Romanian documentary “Collective” was nominated for both best documentary and best international film — something only one previous film ( "Honeyland," in 2020) — has ever managed to do. Ad— AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSIC— Carrie Underwood’s upcoming album features gospel hymns important to the "American Idol" winner.

Four women won the top four prizes Sunday, including Swift, who became the first female performer to win album of the year three times. Beyoncé — with her 28th win — became the most decorated woman in Grammy history. And 9-year-old Blue Ivy Carter — who won best music video alongside her mother — became the second youngest act to win a Grammy in the show’s 63-year history. Megan Thee Stallion, who won three honors, also made history and became the first female rapper to win best rap song. She's also the fifth rap-based act to win best new artist.

Delivery-only brands — cooked in another brand's kitchen and often delivered by third parties like Uber Eats — were proliferating even before the pandemic. But over the last year, delivery-only brands have seen explosive growth as the pandemic made delivery a more popular option. On Wednesday, Applebee’s is launching Cosmic Wings, a delivery-only brand that specializes in chicken wings and Cheetos-flavored dipping sauce. Grubhub and DoorDash won’t say how many delivery-only brands are on their platforms. In some cases, delivery-only brands have become big businesses of their own.

(Apple TV+ via AP)NEW YORK – Tis the season to be jolly: A record 39 holiday songs have dominated this week's Billboard Hot 100 chart, including nine holiday tunes in the Top 10. Other holiday songs in the Top 10 include Dean Martin's “Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow” at No. Some acts have multiple holiday songs on the chart, including Bing Crosby, Kelly Clarkson, Michael Bublé, Perry Como and Carrie Underwood. Here's a full list of the 39 holiday songs on this week's Billboard Hot 100 chart:— No. 8, Dean Martin, “Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow”— No.

(NBC/Apple/HBO Max/Netflix/Disney + via AP)LOS ANGELES – Bring on the sentimental holiday rom-coms, the chorus of Christmas music specials and the nostalgia of last century’s animated charmers. HOLIDAY HARMONY— “My Gift: A Christmas Special From Carrie Underwood,” now streaming on HBO Max. — “Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special,” Dec. 4, Apple TV+. Music, dancing, animation and surprise guest stars help create what the streaming service promises to be a heartwarming journey with the pop star. Dolly Parton sings hymns, holiday pop classics and tunes from her new album, and shares personal and faith-based Christmas memories.

NEW YORK – Christmas is still a few weeks away, but Mariah Carey is already orchestrating her dinner menu. 1 hits really going to sweat over a hot stove? “Magical Christmas Special” is another example of diverse, family-friendly holiday programming that hasn’t always been allotted by Hollywood. “As a kid, if I had to select one holiday, of course I’m going with Christmas. And while the pandemic has halted a number of projects, 2020 has been busy for Carey: In September she released her candid memoir “The Meaning of Mariah Carey,” which debuted at No.

Because live shows aren’t really a thing in 2020, she’s launching a holiday TV special on Apple TV+ on Friday. “Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special” will includes a mix of musical performances and dancing with amination. — Shawn Mendes released his debut album in 2015 and he’s dropping his fourth effort Friday. Along with the album is the Netflix documentary called “Shawn Mendes: In Wonder,” which is available for streaming and follows Mendes’ rise and journey over the last few years. — Christmas came early when Carrie Underwood released her first holiday album in September, and on Thursday she’ll debut a musical TV special to accompany the album.

NEW YORK – Al Pacino, Tina Fey and Eli Manning will join a star-studded lineup to celebrate the selfless acts of New Yorkers. Robin Hood and iHeartRadio announced a collaboration Thursday to present “Heroes of New York,” which will air Dec. 1 on television and radio stations in New York. The show will feature musical performances from Mariah Carey, Tony Bennett and Andra Day. Carey will perform a medley, Bennett will sing “Smile” and Day will perform “Silent Night.”Other special guests include Jon Stewart, Kevin Bacon, Mariano Rivera, Michael Strahan, Ryan Seacrest and Tracy Morgan. In May, the New York-based poverty fighting organization, Robin Hood, and iHeartMedia held the “Rise Up New York!” telethon.

Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. MOVIES— "The Glorias ": Julie Taymor's film, based on Gloria Steinem's 2015 book “My Life on the Road,” is a biopic with verve and flair. Johnson's latest, premiering Friday on Netflix, is a playful eulogy to her father as she slowly loses him to dementia. — AP Music Editor Mesfin FekaduTELEVISION— If laughter is good medicine, then it’s “South Park” to the rescue. Meanwhile, Randy deals with his alleged role in the viral outbreak that has the town of South Park on defense.

IHEART’S LIVING ROOM CONCERTAn Elton John-led, star-studded benefit concert that raised more than $10 million to battle the coronavirus will be re-aired on Fox next week. Billie Eilish, Mariah Carey and Alicia Keys will be shown performing from their homes on “Fox Presents the iHeart Living Room Concert for America,” which will air Monday. Lady Gaga, Lizzo, Ellen DeGeneres and Ryan Seacrest paid tribute to those combating the spread of the virus. FILM ACADEMY DONATES $6M TO HELP INDUSTRY EMPLOYEESThe Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences is giving $6 million to help film industry employees out of work due to the coronavirus pandemic. South Korea earlier on Friday reported 86 new cases of the coronavirus, bringing its nationwide total to 10,062.

The Elton John-led starry benefit concert that featured Billie Eilish, Mariah Carey and Alicia Keys on Sunday has raised nearly $8 million to battle the coronavirus. The musicians performed from their homes for the hour-long event that aired on Fox and iHeartMedia radio stations. The money will go to Feeding America and First Responders Childrens Foundation. CONCERT RAISES MILLIONSThe Elton John-led starry benefit concert that featured Billie Eilish, Mariah Carey and Alicia Keys on Sunday has raised nearly $8 million to battle the coronavirus. The musicians performed from their homes for the hourlong event that aired on Fox and iHeartMedia radio stations.

NEW YORK, N.Y. – Grammy-winning singer Ciara is the latest musician to postpone a concert because of the rapidly spreading coronavirus. Ciara, who is pregnant, was set to perform in Texas at the grand opening of the new Fort Hood USO on March 19 but announced Saturday that the event is being postponed. “With the continued spread of the coronavirus throughout the U.S., as a pregnant woman, my doctors have advised me to limit travel and large group gatherings,” Ciara said in a statement. And Mariah Carey announced she was postponing a March concert in Honolulu to November because of the coronavirus. And in Asia, several acts including BTS, Green Day, Avril Lavigne and Khalid, have cancelled or postponed live shows.

Mariah Carey's Twitter account was hacked on New Year's Eve allegedly by the same group that took control of Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey's account. Dozens of tweets were posted on the hacked account, some using the N-word and others referring to the Chuckling Squad, a hacker group that took control of Dorsey's account, among other celebrities. Dorsey's account was hacked in August, sending out erratic and offensive tweets, which Twitter deleted a few minutes later. Twitter confirmed to CNBC that Carey's account had been hacked. Carey is one of the top 100 most followed Twitter accounts on the platform with more than 21 million followers.

It's been 25 years since Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You" debuted, but the iconic Christmas song finally reached the No. Not bad for a song whose famous melody was a "happy accident," said Carey in Amazon Music's recent documentary, "Mariah Carey is Christmas: The Story of 'All I Want for Christmas is You.'" It's true the basic song only took an hour to write, then a week of two of finessing the lyrics, Afanasieff told Billboard. She wasn't sure an original Christmas song from a new artist would resonate with audiences. Its recent place at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 is the first time a Christmas song has been No.

Twenty-five years after it was released, Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas is You" hit the No. 1 spot on Billboard's Hot 100 list. 3 spot on Billboard's list. "All I Want for Christmas Is You" is also the first holiday-themed hit to top the Hot 100 chart since "The Chipmunk Song" in 1958. The song is from Carey's 1994 album, "Merry Christmas," which is currently No.

Twenty-five years after it was released, Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas is You" hit the No. 1 spot on Billboard's Hot 100 list. 3 spot on Billboard's list. "All I Want for Christmas Is You" is also the first holiday-themed hit to top the Hot 100 chart since "The Chipmunk Song" in 1958. The song is from Carey's 1994 album, "Merry Christmas," which is currently No.

Mariah Carey performs at the Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2018 on Dec. 31, 2017, in New York City. (CNN) - Try to read this story and not hear the song in your head. If you aren't hearing "All I Want For Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey in your mind, you shall soon hear it everywhere else. The song celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, and even Carey is excited. "Kicking off the festivities with a brand new video cut for All I Want For Christmas Is You (Unreleased Video Footage," Carey wrote in the caption.

Lil Nas X, who shot to fame earlier this year for his hit song "Old Town Road," is opening up about the challenges of coming out. Lil Nas X: Yeah, definitely. You know, I would just, like, you know, pray, pray, and pray andKing: What were you praying for? Lil Nas X: Yeah, it would go away. Lil Nas X: Yeah, I mean, 'cause me being in this position, like, it's easy for me.

It's one sweet day for Lil Nas X: The breakthrough rapper's viral "Old Town Road" has broken the Billboard record set by Mariah Carey's "One Sweet Day" for most weeks at No. Lil Nas X accomplishes the feat this week as his country-trap song spends its 17th week on top of the Hot 100 chart. "YEEE TF HAWWW," Lil Nas X tweeted Monday. 1 song of all-time," said Lil Nas X, sporting a cowboy hat as he played "Old Town Road" in the background. "Old Town Road" initially was in a bit of controversy in March when Billboard removed it from its country charts, deeming it not country enough (it peaked at No.

First "Mulan" teaser, "Spider-Man: Far From Home" already one of 2019's hits, and Mariah Carey's Bottle Cap Challenge!

"All I Want for Christmas Is You" More than two decades after its debut, there's still magic, and money, in a Christmas classic from singer Mariah Carey. This year marks the 22nd time "All I Want for Christmas Is You" has topped Billboard's Holiday 100 chart. Ben Tracy talks with songwriter Walter Afanasieff, who collaborated with Carey on the Yuletide perennial.