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When it comes to buying real estate in Los Angeles, Adele’s got the “Eye of the Tiger”:  She’s reportedly shelled out $58 million for a mansion previously owned by Rocky star Sylvester Stallone.

According to TMZ, Stallone put the house on the market a year ago for $110 million, and reduced the price to $85 million in May and then down to $80 million in October.  The fact that Adele scooped up the eight-bedroom, 12-bathroom property for $58 million is considered “an outright steal,” sources tell TMZ.

Architectural Digest reports that the property, in the exclusive gated Beverly Park community, sits on 3.5 acres and features a screening room, cigar room, gym, sauna, steam room, putting green, an infinity pool and a two-story guest house.

Architectural Digest further reports that if the deal, which is now in escrow, goes through, it’ll be Adele’s fourth property in the Beverly Hills area. Her most recent purchase was her pal Nicole Richie‘s former home, which she bought in June of 2021.  If Adele actually ends up living in the mansion, her new neighbors in Beverly Park will include Eddie Murphy and Denzel Washington.

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For 2022, Omarion wants to stop being blamed for the COVID-19 omicron surge.

The former B2K lead singer has been the brunt of social media jokes and memes for the past few weeks because his name is similar to omicron. After hearing about the “Omarion variant,” the 37-year-old artist has had enough.

“We gone start this thang off right #2022,” Omarion writes in the caption of an Instagram post featuring a video of himself. “Been getting a lot of disrespectful DMs from folks I never did nothing to. [It’s] time to address this.”

In the video, the “Post to Be” singer says, “I know that there has been a lot of confusion online recently, so my lawyers asked me to read this. I Omarion, am a musician and an entertainer — you knew that — not a variant. OK. The last time I had to do this was in 2000 when everyone confused Y2K with B2K. That ain’t how it’s supposed to be.”

He closes the message saying, “But seriously, I want to wish you all a happy and safe New Year’s. Peace.”

 

 

 

 

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The first two shows of David Lee Roth‘s previously announced Las Vegas residency at the House of Blues — which were scheduled to take place on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day — were canceled because of COVID-19-related issues, ABC’s Las Vegas affiliate KTNV reports.

A press release sent to the station explained that the concerts, which were both sold out, were canceled “[d]ue to unforeseen circumstances related to COVID and out of an abundance of caution for those working and attending the shows.”

Refunds were automatically sent to ticket holders.

The Van Halen frontman still has seven concerts scheduled as part of the engagement, which Roth announced in an October 2021 interview with the Las Vegas Review-Journal would be his farewell performances. The upcoming shows are scheduled for January 5, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22.

“I am throwing in the shoes. I’m retiring,” Roth, who’s 67, said in the interview. “This is the first, and only, official announcement.”

David initially scheduled five Vegas concerts, but added the shows on January 14, 15, 21 and 22 because of “popular demand.”

Tickets for Roth’s upcoming gigs can be purchased by visiting HouseofBlues.com and Ticketmaster.com.

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Katy Perry is helping her fans ring in a healthy new year with a brand-new line of nonalcoholic beverages, called De Soi.

The “Roar” hitmaker unveiled her new venture on Monday, which she launched alongside collaborator and master distiller Morgan McLachlan.

“Just in time for SOBERUARY,” Katy tweeted, and also shared a photo of her holding up a bunch of grapes.  “Excited to announce @drinkdesoi a line of sparkling nonalcoholic aperitifs I’ve created.”

“Our apéritifs are full of feel-good adaptogens for a drink that helps you create, relax & ease into the night,” she continued.  In a follow up tweet, Katy listed all the flavors her fans can try:”They come in three fun flavors: Golden Hour with citrus & lemongrass, Champignon Dreams with strawberries & grapefruit, and Purple Lune with blackberry nectar, vanilla oak & rose petals.”

The drinks retail for $25 on the official De Soi online store and are sold in both bottles and cans form.

 

 

 

 

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COVID-19 forced Diddy to cancel his annual New Year’s Eve party in Miami, but the Bad Boy Entertainment owner still celebrated at a star-studded event.

Diddy was joined by Kanye West, Future, Busta Rhymes, Quavo, French Montana and more at the Game Changer Lounge in South Beach, according to HotNewHipHop.com. Kanye made the trip to Miami from Belize, where he was vacationing with Rap-A-Lot-Records CEO J. Prince and former Bad Boy rapper Shyne Barrow, who is now a member of the House of Representatives in his native Belize.

While several stars partied in Miami, Meek Mill brought in 2022 in the Caribbean on the island of St. Barts. He was joined by Lil Baby, and performed for him and several friends on a yacht on New Year’s Eve.

 

 

 

 

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Thomas Rhett is stepping into the new year with a positive mindset. 

On Sunday, the hitmaker took to his Instagram Stories to reflect on the past two years and share his hopes for 2022. Thomas begins the lengthy post by addressing that 2020 and 2021 were some of the “weirdest, most challenging years of my life,” while also acknowledging his personal growth, particularly in his faith and being more present. 

“I’ve learned how to truly be where my feet are and to genuinely cherish the little moments and celebrate the incredible moments,” he shares. 

The singer, who rang in the new year with a performance in Minnesota, where he was accompanied by his family, says that his focus for this year is to be “better” in all areas of his life. 

“As I look ahead into this upcoming year I just wanna be better. A better husband, better dad, better friend, better songwriter, better entertainer haha,” he continues. “I hope this year is incredible for all of you. Thank you for loving and supporting me and my family for so long. Happy new year everyone. God bless!” 

Thomas is already coming into 2022 with another potential hit on his hands as his current single, “Slow Down Summer,” is in the top 30 on country radio.

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Fozzy is kicking off 2022 with an updated lineup.

The “Judas” rockers have announced that they have a new drummer: Grant Brooks of the band Through Fire. Brooks takes the place of original Fozzy drummer Frank Fontsere, who’s leaving the band to “focus on his family and other projects.”

“We are stoked to unleash the pure energy and talent that Grant brings to the band and we are ready to EXPLODE in 2022,” Fozzy says.

The band adds that they “wish [Fontsere] nothing but the best and thank him for his years of maximum rock.” Fontsere joined Fozzy when they were founded in 1999, and has played on all of their albums.

Fozzy’s 2022 plans include the release of their new album, Boombox, which is due out April 15.

FOZZY ANNOUNCES NEW DRUMMER!! pic.twitter.com/bYiEYWmrbm

— FOZZY (@FOZZYROCK) January 3, 2022

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Halsey is treating fans to one last post-holiday present — a surprise, expanded edition of their Grammy nominated If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power album that is out now.

This new version comes with three several extra tracks, including two versions of their 2019 hit “Nightmare” and an updated version of “People Disappear Here.”  The latter bonus track was previously exclusive to the Target edition of IICHLIWP, while “Nightmare” was only available on albums sold at Walmart.

The expanded album is now available to stream and purchase everywhere.

This is the latest update of Halsey’s fourth studio album.  Last month, they released a new video for “Honey,” which depicts the Grammy-nominee being covered in the golden liquid as they belt out the track.

IICHLIWP was released on August 27, 2021 and has since been nominated for Best Alternative Music Album at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards.

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