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Mariska Hargitay, the talented actress known for her role as Olivia Benson on “Law & Order: SVU,” celebrated her 57th birthday in a truly special way. Surrounded by love from her friends and co-stars, Hargitay’s special day was filled with heartfelt messages that poured in from all directions.

Her fellow cast members, including Ice-T, Peter Scanavino, and Kelli Giddish, made sure to let Hargitay know just how much she means to them. They took to social media to express their love and appreciation for the actress. Ice-T, in particular, shared a touching post on Instagram, referring to Hargitay as his “partner in crime.

” He thanked her for being an inspiration both on and off-screen, emphasizing the impact she has made in his life.

 

 

Peter Scanavino also took the opportunity to praise Hargitay, expressing his admiration for her talent and leadership skills. It is evident that their bond extends beyond the TV screen, with Scanavino recognizing Hargitay’s incredible presence and influence.

 

But it wasn’t just her co-stars who took part in the birthday celebrations. Hargitay’s longtime friend, the talented Debra Messing, also joined in.

In a heartwarming Instagram message, Messing described Hargitay as a “force of nature.” She expressed her gratitude for their friendship, highlighting the deep connection they share.

 

Mariska Hargitay’s birthday celebration was a reminder of the incredible person she is. Both professionally and personally, she continues to inspire others and touch the lives of those who have the privilege to know her.

The lost to and the in a 26-14 bout. The Lions garnered heavy support from in the game and are still the of the NFC North. However, the game emerged as a wake-up call for Davante Adams as a serious question continues to plague him. His career with the Raiders has not been fulfilling and there are external opinions about the situation which bolster his apprehension.

was seen visibly upset in the game as he threw his helmet and spoke out with frustration. After the game concluded, Dov Kleiman came out with a tweet that seemed like a universal language.

Safe to say, the NFL pundits and the fans are both disappointed in the Raiders.

 

Free Davante Adams!

Dov Kleiman’s tweet made Davante Adams’ story clearer to the public and made a convincing case as to why the veteran should move on. His career has ever since he stepped into the Raiders outfit. He went to the Raiders to play with his friend , who is no longer with the Raiders as of earlier this year. Ever since then, Adams has been in a slump because ’ leadership hasn’t been working out for him. Also, some say that does not have the required chemistry with Adams.

Mentioned Kleiman in his tweet.

Adams had mentioned in the past that everything was okay between him and the Raiders. However, things aren’t as rosy as he claimed after fans saw him visibly frustrated on the camera against the Lions. Per fans and NFL analysts, Davante Adams is frustrated with his team and its inability to play a proper offense.

 

The fans saw through the façade as they voiced their concerns on X, posting comments and snippets from the game. The internet is furious, yet sympathetic to Davante Adams’ condition.

Netizens stand with the Raiders’ WR1

Reactions began pouring in as soon as they ended. All the reactions have one thing in common: they hate what’s happening to Davante Adams and want him to have a better career.

It’s good to see the fans be so vigilant. At least this might console the dejected WR1 after some time.

 

In a sea of comments, one mentioned, while another one wrote, Another fan made things more serious by saying, While another one writes,

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The trade deadline is nearly in its last stages and there’s little hope for Adams to be traded. Hopefully, he makes the best of all the opportunities that are provided to him. What do you make of the misuse of Adams and the revolving fan sentiment to his plight? Let us know in the comments section below.

 

 

 

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Taylor Swift is facing heat froм Olivia Rodrigo fans after she dropped a song which contained siмilarities to one previoυsly released by the Drivers License singer.

Swift’s new song imgonnagetyoυback and Rodrigo’s 2023 track Get Hiм Back! contain the phrase ‘get hiм back’ – bυt the saying has the saмe doυble мeaning in both tracks.

In both, it is υsed to describe wanting to reconcile with an ex or exacting revenge against theм.

The мoмent was not lost on fans who recalled how Swift was added to the credits of the Rodrigo song Deja Vυ back in 2021 after fans noticed the chords reseмbled ones froм the Taylor track Crυel Sυммer.

Now fans have stood υp for Olivia on X after noticing the siмilarities.

Olivia Rodrigo fans have taken aiм at Taylor Swift after she dropped a song which lyrically reseмbled one previoυsly released by the Drivers License singer; Rodrigo pictυred Septeмber 2023

Swift, pictυred March 2023, dropped a song which contained siмilar lyrics to one previoυsly released by Rodrigo

‘so olivia can’t screaм in a bridge becaυse that’s taylor’s concept. bυt taylor can υse the whole doυble мeaning of getting theм back and it’s a coммon concept? NEWS FLASH they’re both coммon and olivia shoυldn’t have had to give υp 50% royalties on deja vυ,’ one posted.

Another posted a мeмe froм the filм The Social Network with actor Andrew Garfield shown saying, ‘Yoυ better lawyer υp, a**hole. ‘Caυse I’м not coмing back for 50%, I’м coмing back for everything.’

‘Olivia Rodrigo when she got to track 18 on the Taylor Swift albυм,’ the X υser captioned the post.

One fan pointed oυt that the word play had been υsed over a decade earlier by Fiona Apple, who released the track ‘Get Hiм Back’ in 2005.

‘”Olivia Rodrigo invented the doυble мeaning of get hiм back” “no Taylor Swift” First of all no one did bυt also. Fiona Apple did in 2005,’ the X υser tweeted.

One fan called it all ‘insane hypocrisy’ as they weighed in on the мatter.

‘taylor swift accepting a royalty froм olivia rodrigo for a line in deja vυ that soυnds a little crυel sυммer, when she’s jυst released a song called ‘imgonnagetoyoυback’ which has the exact saмe concept and siмilar lyrics to olivia’s “get hiм back” is insane hypocrisy.’

‘Taylor Swift’s “imgonnagetoyoυback” and Olivia Rodrigo’s “get hiм back” soυnd frighteningly siмilar, bυt Olivia’s is мυch better and was first. Not cool at all,’ another wrote, along with screenshots of the lyrics in coмparison.

Now fans have stood υp for Olivia on X after noticing the siмilarities

‘Wait so Taylor мade Olivia Rodrigo give her song writing credit on Deja Vυ becaυse it kinda soυnded like Crυel Sυммer. Is Olivia gonna get a credit becaυse imgonnagetyoυback has the saмe conceit as Get Hiм Back?’ one wondered.

Taylor’s track in dispυte coмes froм her brand new albυм, The Tortυred Poets Departмent.

The issυe fans were referencing occυrred back in 2021, following the release of Olivia’s albυм Soυr.

She faced copyright issυes with soмe of the tracks, inclυding Deja Vυ.

The star had re-recorded a мelody froм Taylor’s Crυel Sυммer, caυsing Rodrigo to later give both a co-writing credit as well as royalties to Swift. She later dealt with a siмilar sitυation with Paraмore.

In addition to Swift, co-writers Jack Antonoff and St. Vincent were added to the credits on Deja Vυ.

Afterwards, fans specυlated the dυo were eмbroiled in a feυd with one another.

Bυt Rodrigo insisted she didn’t have issυes with anyone when asked aboυt an alleged rift with Swift.

‘I don’t have beef with anyone,’ she told Rolling Stone. ‘I’м very chill. I keep to мyself. I have мy foυr friends and мy мoм, and that’s really the only people I talk to, ever. There’s nothing to say.’

She also said she wasn’t all that ‘involved’ in the songwriting credit мatter: ‘It’s not soмething that I was sυper involved in.

‘It was мore teaм-on-teaм. So, I woυldn’t be the best person to ask.’

There are 99 issues, but a Hamptons mansion isn’t one: For $26 million, Beyoncé and Jay-Z purchase a large seaside home with seven bedrooms.

The lucky buyers of the expansive Hamptons mansion, which had been on the market for eight years, were celebrity power couple Jay-Z and Beyonce.This summer, the state sold for $26 million after being listed in 2009 for $39.5 million.The expansive 12,000 square foot residence, created by Jeffery Collé, is situated on two acres of land.Among the property’s opulent amenities are an infinity pool, a Jacuzzi, views of the waterfront, and a fully furnished separate cottage guest house.The couple, who welcomed twins in June, reportedly closed on a massive Bel Air property that was listed for $130 million, much more than their $75 million budget. This is their second home purchase in as many months.

The lucky buyers of the expansive Hamptons mansion, which had been on the market for eight years, were celebrity power couple Jay-Z and Beyoncé.

TMZ claims that the musical group paid $26 million for the East Hampton, New York, mansion Pond House, which was listed for $39.5 million in 2009.

The couple, who welcomed twins in June, reportedly closed on a massive Bel Air property that was listed for $130 million, much more than their $75 million budget. This is their second home purchase in as many months.

The sprawling main home is 12,000-square-feet and sits on two-acres of land next a 17-acre meadow preserve

Breathtaking views: This grand room has two fires places and overlooks the pool and pond

Sun and air: This open floor plan kitchen and dining area has floor to ceiling French doors

Marble flooring and gorgeous arched entryways are throughout on the main floor

A ground level library with panels made of old black walnut overlooks lush vegetation

Explore Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s magnificent East Hampton home.

With 12,000 square feet of living space and 203 feet of frontage on Georgia Pond, the expansive main house commands a stunning view.

Nine bathrooms and seven bedrooms make up the main house, several of which feature heated marble baths carved by hand.

With floor to ceiling French doors around most of the perimeter, the expansive open-concept kitchen and dining space is built to let in the most amount of natural light and fresh air.

Stairway to the second level which which overlooks the main grand room

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Celebrity power couple Jay- Z and Beyonce were the lucky buyers of the sprawling Hamptons estate that had been on the market for eight years. According to TMZ , the musical duo bought the Pond House estate located in East Hampton, New York, for $26million after originally being put on the market in 2009 for $39.5million

There are several second story positions which allow you to look down into the main floor below

A family room with fireplace overlooks the pool and pond with more French doors

Tranquility is a spa with recessed lighting, dimming capabilities and heated floor

A spacious master bedroom overlooking the meadows and pond, complete with a fireplace

At the back of the house is a large room that looks out over the pool and pond. It has two storeys with plenty of windows and fire pits on either side.

The floors were designed and erected by French artisans, and the house has a stunning carved stone fireplace.

The fortunate buyer will enjoy additional seclusion as the elevated home with pond views is situated close to a 17-acre meadow preserve and features an infinity swimming pool.

Quarter-sewn white oak paneling is woven throughout the house, while French artisans designed and erected the floors.

The home features an outdoor dining room with a wraparound limestone porch.

The wrap around porch offers 360-degree views of the two-acre property, pond and preserve

The infinity pool overlooks Georgica Pond and of course is outfitted with a hot-tub

The main home sits separate from the guest cottage which most anyone would be content to crash in

Charming next to its mansion neighbor, but the cottage has a full two bedrooms and everything else one needs

The couple, who welcomed twins in June, reportedly closed on a massive Bel Air property that was listed for $130 million, much more than their $75 million budget. This is their second home purchase in as many months.

To be safe, there’s a spa as well.

The house was designed by Jeffrey Collé. Radiant heat is present on every stone floor. The house is completely prewired for home automation, which includes multi-line phone systems, video systems, lighting systems, and security.

The 1,800 square foot guest home has a living room, kitchen, and bathroom in addition to two complete bedrooms.

This summer, the home in question is the second most costly to be sold in the Hamptons. The first, Hillary and Bill Clinton’s estate, sold for only a few million dollars more at $29 million.

Following the singer’s 37th birthday, Beyonce and Jay-Z visit Sardinia together while strolling barefoot.

This week, Beyonce and Jay-Z extended their trip to Italy following the singer’s 37th birthday celebration.

The pair was seen riding a boat around Sardinia and getting out to explore the island’s attractions together.

Bey quickly took off her heels and strolled barefoot along the coast while wearing a long wrap dress with a melon tone.

Infatuated to the core! In Italy, Beyoncé and Jay-Z sip wine together.

Getaway: On Thursday, Beyoncé and her husband Jay Z were spotted exploring the Italian island of Sardinia.

All aboard: To see the attractions, the pair traveled to the island by boat.

She accessorized her ensemble with a gold choker around her neck and hoop earrings.

Jay, 48, wore a backward baseball cap and a dark T-shirt with striped sleeves to keep things casual.

Beyonce celebrated her birthday on Thursday by posting an emotional letter to her followers on her website, titled “Your at 36,” along with some pictures.

The singer of the song “Drunk in Love” remarked that being a mother of three and renewing her vows to her husband were the highlights of her previous year.

Vacation chic: The singer went bare foot in a soft orange wrap dress

Right behind you: Bey carried her heels which matched her dress as her husband followed her off the boat

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Tourists: The Drunk In Love singer accessorized with metallic earrings and wore her hair loose.

“I became a mother of three at the age of 36,” she said. “I nursed my twins from birth.” My ten-year spouse and I reaffirmed our vows.

“I returned home to the stage to perform at Coachella following my pregnancy.” Subsequently, my spouse and I launched our joint album, Everything is Love. Additionally, she said, “We’ve been traveling the world with our entire family and we’re loving it.”

“For me, this year has been monumental.” I give thanks to God for all of my people. I appreciate all of the good vibes and the kind birthday greetings you sent. I’m excited to keep growing from my history, to live in the now, and to give up control of the future. Hive, you have my undying affection. B.

Blue Ivy, age six, and the twins Sir and Rumi, age one, are Beyoncé and Jay’s three children.

At mother Beyonce’s Coachella performance, Blue Ivy Carter gestures to the crowd.

On the move: Jay kept it casual in a dark T-shirt and backwards baseball cap

In her own words: The beauty said that the highlights of her last year included becoming a mother of three as well as renewing her vows with husband Jay Z, 48

Happy couple: Beyonce shared some holiday snaps on her website as she marked her birthday

In Los Angeles, Jay-Z practices his dance techniques while sporting track pants and a light blue sweater.

Being one of the first investors in the now publicly traded ridesharing company Uber, he is apparently going to make millions.

However, on Wednesday afternoon, as he rehearsed a few dance steps outside of a Los Angeles studio, Jay-Z appeared to be a world away from his celebrity position.

The 49-year-old music magnate was grinning broadly, chatting with a companion in the brisk weather of Southern California, while sporting a light blue sweater and track pants.

Casual: On Wednesday afternoon, outside of a Los Angeles studio, Jay-Z tried a few dance routines, appearing to be a world away from his celebrity status.

Jay-Z appeared to be in high spirits while he struck up a conversation with a female friend while sporting relaxed attire.

‘Human Made’ was emblazoned in strong black letters over a robin’s egg blue sweater worn by the musician who was born in Brooklyn.

He paired his comfortable hoodie with black cargo track trousers that were pulled up over his ankles and white socks.

After dinner in NYC with his wife Beyoncé, Jay Z flashes a broad smile.

High spirits: Laughing with a buddy in the brisk Southern California weather, the 49-year-old music tycoon looked radiant in a light blue sweater and track pants.

Jay, whose actual name is Shawn Carter, wore a black LA baseball cap to hide his hair and a traditional pair of white and black Puma sneakers.

He is among the select group of A-list celebrities who stand to gain millions from the recent $82 billion Uber IPO.

Rapper Empire State of Mind made early investments alongside Lance Armstrong, Olivia Munn, Ashton Kutcher, and Gwyneth Paltrow.

mates!He teamed his cozy sweatshirt with a pair of black cargo track pants hiked above his ankles with a pair of white socks

Beyoncé also jumped into the investment game and was reportedly later paid $6 million in restricted stock units for a concert for employees.

He’s also one of a few celebrities to put their money behind Impossible Foods, a meat alternative which has raised more than $750, according to CNN.

The power couple have been married for more than a decade and have three children together, Blue Ivy, seven, and Rumi and Sir, one.

Family: The power couple have been married for more than a decade and have three children together, Blue Ivy, seven, and Rumi and Sir, one; seen at the Houston Rockets game on Friday

Love is in the air

Ooo Bey is riding a motorbike now 

Hubby and wife matching sunglasses 

Oh we are just so jealous 

So in sync 
Enjoying a glass of wine and the view 

Romantic stroll at sunset 
They look so smitten we love them 
Sporting some fierce eyewear 
Beyonce showing off her perfect figure 
Who needs make-up when you look like this? 
She’s got a flower in her hair

Legends ONLY: Attended Diddy’s intimate 50th birthday party, where Jay and Ye were seen together for the first time since break-up in 2016

In the annals of hip-hop history, one legendary event stands as a testament to the power of unity and reconciliation among giants.

At Diddy’s exclusive 50th birthday soirée, held in the opulent confines of a secluded mansion nestled in the Hollywood Hills, the atmosphere crackled with anticipation and whispered rumors.

 

As stars twinkled overhead and champagne flowed like a river of liquid gold, the hip-hop world held its breath for a momentous reunion. SuԀԀenly, amidst the glitz and glamour, two titans emerged from the shadows, their presence electrifying the room.

 

Jay-Z and Kanye West, icons in their own right, stood side by side, a visual testament to a bond that transcended the petty squabbles of the past. Cameras flashed and jaws dropped as the once-estranged duo exchanged nods of mutual respect, igniting a wave of euphoria among the assembled luminaries.

 

For the first time since their much-publicized falling out in 2016, the air crackled with the palpable energy of reconciliation and redemption.

As the night unfolded in a symphony of laughter and music, the sight of Jay and Ye sharing a moment of camaraderie became etched in the annals of hip-hop lore, a beacon of hope for a future where legends rise above the fray, proving that even the mightiest rifts can be healed in the nаme of greatness.

Over the past two weeks, the rapper struck deals to sell his boutique music streaming service and half of his champagne brand Armand de Brignac, adding an enormous pile of cash to his already massive fortune.

“Hip-hop from the beginning has always been aspirational,” Jay-Z said in 2010 when Forbes got a ringside seat to the rapper’s first meeting in Omaha with billionaire investor Warren Buffett. “It always broke that notion that an artist can’t think about money as well.”

More than a decade later, the rapper-turned-billionaire is showing exactly what he means: In his second major deal in as many weeks, Jay-Z inked a deal to sell a majority stake in music streaming company Tidal to Jack Dorsey’s mobile payment company Square for $297 million. The transaction valued the company at about $450 million—$150 million more than Forbes’ 2019 estimate. Forbes figures he netted out $149 million in cash and stock—and got a board seat—after buying back 33% of Tidal from T-Mobile earlier this week and then selling that and the third he already owned. Tidal’s “artist shareholders” will continue to have a stake in the company, and Jay-Z will own a small percentage, as well.

This comes a week after he sold half of his Armand de Brignac champagne to LVMH in a deal that valued the luxury liquor company at about $640 million.

The two deals helped lift the fortune of hip-hop’s first billionaire to $1.4 billion, up from $1 billion.

It’s just the start. His diverse and growing business includes the remaining 50% stake in the $300-per-bottle Armand de Brignac, as well as D’Usse cognac and a collection of less-sexy startups including insurance startup Ethos and salad chain Sweetgreen. He also owns a chunk of his own music, shares multiple multi-million dollar mansions with his wife Beyoncé and has a growing art collection.

In 2005 he laid down the now prophetic lyric, “I’m not a businessman, I’m a business, man.”

 

Cash and Investments: $425 million

Jay-Z has been singing about the importance of spending money wisely for years—and he’s done just that, pouring a good portion of his $760 million estimated earnings (pretax) into investments. His holdings include stakes in Uber and now Square, as well as in private companies like salad chain Sweetgreen, insurance startup Ethos and SpaceX. His next likely big win: Oatmilk company Oatly is expected to his year and is reportedly seeking a $10 billion valuation. He invested an undisclosed amount in July 2020.

Armand de Brignac: $320 million

Last week, Jay-Z announced he was selling half of his champagne company, also known as Ace of Spades, to luxury house LVMH’s Moët Hennessy. Forbes estimates that the deal valued the gold-bottled bubbly brand at $640 million—or more than double its estimated value in 2019 and even more than the “half a B” Jay-Z himself rapped about on Meek Mill’s 2018 song “What’s Free.”

Roc Nation: $140 million

Jay-Z’s joint-venture with Live Nation was founded in 2008 and is a full-service entertainment  company serving some of the biggest names in the biz, from musicians Rihanna and Alicia Keys to athletes Kyrie Irving and CC Sabathia. The company is responsible for the Super Bowl Halftime Show, Made in America music festival and even has a publishing deal with Random House. While the pandemic has slowed the company’s live-touring business, it was growing steadily prior to Covid-19.

 

D’Usse: $120 million

A partnership with liquor giant Bacardi, Jay-Z’s cognac launched in 2012. While it typically retails for a reasonable $30 per bottle, fifty rare bottles—including a diamond-shaped crystal decanter—are currently at auction at Sotheby’s for an estimated price tag of $24,000 to $75,000 each.

Music Catalog: $95 million

With multiples for music catalogs on the rise, Jay-Z’s library of nearly 300 songs is worth $20 million more now than it was two years ago, and thanks to a series of smart negotiations, he owns both the publishing rights and master recordings to his music.

Art Collection: $70 million

A fan of Jean-Michel Basquiat—he raps about having one in his kitchen on his song “Picasso Baby”,spent $4.5 million on one in 2013—Jay-Z’s impressive art collection also features works by Damian Hirst, David Hammons and Richard Prince. He sees the collection as an investment. As he sang on “The Story of O.J.”: “I bought some artwork for one million, Two years later, that shit worth two million, Few years later, that shit worth eight million, I can’t wait to give this shit to my children.”

Real Estate: $50 million

Jay-Z and Beyoncé picked up two homes in 2017 after giving birth to their twins: an $88 million Bel Air mansion and $26 million East Hamptons spread. The Los Angeles home is already worth $5 million more than the purchase price. Proving that the couple is, in fact, human, they still have a mortgage on the home. He also still owns his Tribeca penthouse bachelor pad that he bought in 2004 for $6.85 million.

Taking the pretty in pink trend into the new year, the “Alien Superstar” songstress looked glitzy, glamorous, and gorgeous in a teeny-tiny long-sleeve, mock neck mini dress by Missoni that featured a chevron pattern in several shades of pink, shimmery sequins all over, ruching on the right side of the hem, and string detailing that fell from the bust, sleeves, hip, and hem. She accented her sizzling frock to the nines with the tallest bubblegum pink platform pumps by Valentino, a small sparkling fuschia purse, and drаmаtic silver rhinestone-adorned cat eye shades by Tiffany & Co. To reiterate that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, Beyoncé included detailed shоts of her shiny, diamond-decorated aquamarine ring and diamond flower earrings. In other close-ups, Bey showed off her glam, which consisted of a deep pink smokey eye, gold shimmer highlight, rosy red cheeks, and hоt pink lips, along with her white, chrome French tip nails, and her luscious platinum blonde hair, which she wore in a half up, half down ‘do.

The mogul included snaps with husband-of-15-years Jay-Z, who looked suave in a light blue Dolce & Gabbana suit jacket, matching pants, a turtleneck sweater, and a gray wool overcoat that featured peak lapels. He accented his ‘fit with black leather dress shoes, a statement watch, and retro thin-frame, rectangle sunglasses.

Beyoncé’s post comes days after she showed off her New Year’s Eve style, in which she was all business in a gray, black, and white plaid tweed co-ord composed of a tiny pleated miniskirt and blazer. She wore the Cher Horowitz-coded blazer open to reveаl a slightly sheer white plunging corset top, and paired it with matching strappy, pointed-toe stilettos.