TV One’s Cleo TV to Air Adrienne Houghton, Jordin Sparks Shows From Kin – In an unconventional licensing move, two digital series created and hosted by well-known influencers are making the jump from online platforms to cable television. Lifestyle media company Kin has reached an agreement with Cleo TV, the TV One-owned cable network that focuses on millennial women of color, to bring both programs to linear TV beginning in 2020. Under the deal, Cleo TV will air 40 half-hour episodes of All Things Adrienne, hosted by Adrienne Houghton — formerly of the Cheetah Girls and a former co-host of The Real and Showtime at the Apollo — and eight half-hour episodes of Heart of the Batter, a baking series fronted by multi-platinum recording artist Jordin Sparks. The move reflects a growing trend of digital-first content being repackaged for traditional television audiences, offering the shows broader exposure and providing Cleo TV with fresh, influencer-led lifestyle programming aimed at its core demographic. (Adrienne is also rumored to have been the Flamingo on Masked Singer.) Read more at Variety.com
Simon Cowell Announced as a New Ambassador for Hopefield Animal Sanctuary
Simon Cowell has been named as one of the newest ambassadors for Hopefield Animal Sanctuary, an organization dedicated to providing safe, loving homes for abused, abandoned and neglected animals. The announcement garnered attention on social media and from entertainment outlets, highlighting the continued intersection of celebrity influence and philanthropic work. For the sanctuary, attracting high-profile supporters helps raise awareness of its mission and furthers efforts to secure care and resources for vulnerable animals.
Leona Lewis announced that Simon Cowell is among the new ambassadors for Hopefield Animal Sanctuary. Hopefield’s mission is to provide a safe and loving home for abused, abandoned and neglected animals. — SYCO Entertainment
The Voice’s Will Breman Opens Up About Asperger’s Diagnosis, Knee Injury and Combating Depression – Will Breman, a singer who developed his voice from an early age, has shared candidly about living with Asperger’s syndrome, a high-functioning form of autism, and how that diagnosis affects his learning and performance process. Breman praised his coach, John Legend, for adapting his coaching style to Breman’s analytical strengths. “He will go over everything with a fine-tooth comb and break it down into ways that I can understand,” Breman said, underscoring the value of patient, structured mentorship for artists who learn differently. Alongside conversations about his diagnosis, Breman has also discussed coping with a knee injury and confronting periods of depression, offering a broader picture of the physical and mental health challenges performers can face while pursuing careers in music. Read more at People
So, How Was Your Decade, Adam Lambert? – Adam Lambert reflected on a busy and transformative decade in an interview with Rolling Stone, touching on career milestones, lessons learned and memorable moments. After gaining fame in 2009 as the runner-up on American Idol’s eighth season, Lambert released several solo albums and forged a notable partnership with the legendary rock band Queen, touring with them across multiple international legs. He also discussed lighter, memorable pop-culture moments — like bold stage looks — and personal highlights, such as meeting musical icons. Lambert’s recap offers insight into the ways an artist can evolve both creatively and publicly over ten eventful years. Read more at Rolling Stone