Celebrity News Roundup: Paula Abdul, Scotty McCreery, John Legend, and More

Paula Abdul performed “Straight Up” at the NBC Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Paula Abdul brought bubbly 1980s pop energy to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, performing her hit “Straight Up” while dancing beside a parade float. The festive moment recalled Abdul’s classic choreography and showmanship, a nostalgic highlight for paradegoers and viewers watching from home.

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Scotty McCreery Talks New Music and Fatherhood, Teases 2023 Tour

Country star Scotty McCreery shared candid thoughts about balancing new fatherhood with his music career. He joked about being surprised by some aspects of parenting—“Even just the diaper changes and stuff I was kind of not so sure about, but it’s been fine. I haven’t been too grossed out,” he laughed—while noting that his paternity leave will finish after Thanksgiving. McCreery plans to return to the stage soon, performing on November 30 at the Downtown Hoedown in Las Vegas. Looking ahead, he revealed that he’s already preparing for the year to come: a tour is being planned for next year, and he intends to keep writing and recording. While a deluxe edition of his current album is in the works, McCreery emphasized that he and his team are focused on what’s next in his musical journey. (Source: Country Now)

John Legend Suggests Carrie Underwood as a Future Coach on The Voice

With Season 23 of The Voice marking Blake Shelton’s final season on the show, fans and insiders have begun speculating about who might fill future coaches’ chairs. John Legend, who is not appearing on Season 23, suggested that The Voice should consider adding another country artist to the coaching lineup. He specifically named Carrie Underwood as a potential candidate, pointing to her ties to the NBC family and her visibility through national broadcasts. Legend framed the suggestion casually—“Just an idea, Carrie!”—but his recommendation reflects broader conversations about broadening the show’s coaching roster. (Source: NBC.com)

‘Dancing with the Stars’ Pros Daniella Karagach and Pasha Pashkov Expecting Their First Child

Professional dancers Daniella Karagach and Pasha Pashkov are expecting their first child in May. Karagach told PEOPLE that the couple has wanted a family since they married eight and a half years ago and that the timing felt perfect. She also revealed a memorable detail: she learned she was pregnant on the premiere day of Dancing with the Stars season 31. The pair said they are excited and ready for this next chapter. (Source: People)

‘Dancing with the Stars’ Pro Koine “Koko” Iwasaki Engaged to ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ Alum Kiki Nyemchek

Koine “Koko” Iwasaki, who recently made her debut as a professional dancer on Dancing with the Stars, announced her engagement to fellow dancer Chris “Kiki” Nyemchek. The two dancers, who first crossed paths during Season 14 of So You Think You Can Dance, shared the news on Instagram along with engagement photos. Iwasaki rose to wider recognition after partnering with Jersey Shore alum Vinny Guadagnino on DWTS, and fans have been celebrating the couple’s engagement. (Source: People)

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The Voice Alum Lana Scott Is Married

Lana Scott, who appeared on Season 21 of The Voice as part of Team Blake Shelton, recently tied the knot. The country singer shared photos from her wedding, celebrating the milestone with friends and family.

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‘America’s Got Talent’ Stars Thommy Ten and Amélie van Tass Marry in Las Vegas

Magician and mentalist duo The Clairvoyants—Thommy Ten and Amélie van Tass—exchanged vows at A Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas. The pair, who finished as runners-up on Season 11 of America’s Got Talent, described the intimate ceremony as a private celebration: only the couple, their small dog Mr. Koni Hundini, and one close friend were present. Afterwards, they flew to Austria to share the news with family and friends, where they continued their celebrations. The couple noted that keeping the wedding a surprise fit with their mystique—“We’re famous for our secrets”—and that the response from loved ones back home was joyful. (Source: People)

This roundup highlights recent moments across music, television, and reality competition worlds: live performances, personal milestones, and upcoming artistic plans. From parade stages to private wedding ceremonies, these stories capture a mix of career moves and life changes for well-known entertainers.