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Cardi B Turned Down the Super Bowl Halftime Show to Support Colin Kaepernick


Cardi B has confirmed she was invited to perform at the Super Bowl on Sunday but declined to “stand behind” ex-NFL player Colin Kaepernick.

Though the “Bodak Yellow” rapper is featured on Maroon 5‘s “Girls Like You,” she says she won’t join them for their 2019 Super Bowl halftime performance because of how she feels about the NFL’s treatment of Kaepernick. In a new interview with the Associated Press, Cardi explained that she was torn about the decision but ultimately turned down the opportunity in order to support the former quarterback.

“My husband [Offset], he loves football,” Cardi told the AP. “It’s really hard for him. He really wants to go to the Super Bowl, but he can’t go to the Super Bowl, because he’s got to stand for something. You have to sacrifice that. I got to sacrifice a lot of money to perform. But there’s a man who sacrificed his job for us, so we got to stand behind him.”

She’s referring to Kaepernick being blacklisted by the NFL after taking a knee instead of standing during the national anthem as a way to peacefully raise awareness of police brutality and racial inequality. Since then, Kaepernick’s contract with the San Franciso 49ers expired and wasn’t renewed, leaving him without a job and no offers from other teams. Cardi B had previously vowed that she wouldn’t perform at the Super Bowl unless he got signed—and she’s kept her promise.

But some fans have called her out for agreeing to appear in a Super Bowl commercial for Pepsi and for performing at the Bud Light Super Bowl Muid Fest with Bruno Mars.

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However, Cardi pointed out that her involvement doesn’t support the NFL.

“I hear people saying like ‘Oh, y’all are saying all this stuff about the Super Bowl, but you’re doing all these parties. And it’s like, well, if the NFL could benefit off from us, then I’m going to benefit off y’all,” she said.

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Super Bowl Commercials 2019: These Will Get You Through the Actual Game


Though I attend a Super Bowl party almost every year, I’ve only been truly excited for the big game on two separate occasions: when Madonna played the halftime show in 2012 and when Lady Gaga did it in 2017. So aside from that, you can find me at any party for the big game nestled next to the snacks, waiting for the commercials.

Now, let’s be clear: A funny Groupon spot starring Tiffany Haddish isn’t the same thing as a Beyoncé, Gaga, or Katy Perry halftime show, but it does make the whole experience of sitting through an event you’re half-heartedly into a little more fun. For the years when the musical guest is less than thrilling—cough, like this year, cough—or the lineup is a dud—again, cough, this year—I turn to the best Super Bowl commercials for salvation. When the carbs run out, at least I’ll have a glitzy Pepsi ad as a talking point.

And the Super Bowl commercials this year are shaping up to be some of the funniest and most entertaining ever. Just a few highlights: Cardi B drinks a Pepsi, Christina Applegate gets locked out of her car, Serena Williams cashes that paycheck from Bumble. We’ll be updating this post until the big game with the best campaigns—and the ones featuring your favorite celebrities—so check back. Until then, here are our favorite commercials (and commercial previews) that we know about so far.

Who is locking Christina Applegate out of her car? My money is on the green M&M. She lives for the drama.

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Lil’ Jon, Cardi B, and Steve Carell are all featured in separate spots advertising Pepsi’s Super Bowl commercial. So will there be three separate ads? Are they joining forces? Either way, I’m in desperate need of Cardi’s diamond Pepsi can.

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Serena Williams will star in Bumble’s first-ever Super Bowl spot, which is themed “The Ball Is in Her Court,” empowering women to make the first move in their relationships.

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Budweiser is now brewed with wind power, so, naturally, this commercial features a dog’s face blowing in the wind. So cute! So eco-friendly! I think I want to drink beer now?

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Meghan Markle's Fiji Hairstyle Had a Super Sweet Nod to Prince Harry


Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are barely halfway through their first royal tour together, but in that time, the Duchess of Sussex has already announced a pregnancy, sold out a dozen outfits, and given an impassioned speech on the importance of women’s education. And on Wednesday, she gifted the hair-obsessed among us with yet another moment to feast our eyes on: another new-for-her hairstyle since her wedding.

While touring the University of the South Pacific in Fiji, Harry and Meghan both dressed in their island best: he in a blue tropical print shirt and she in a floral wrap dress tied with a pom-pom at her waist. But for royal beauty watchers, the pièce de résistance was Meghan’s hair. The duchess wore a French twist, the chic, polished cousin to her trademark messy bun. Instead of securing the gathered hair at the nape of the neck, though, the French twist tucks the hair under itself to create a sleek, smooth silhouette on the back of the head, rather than a bouncy bun.

The twist is a first (in royal life, at least) for Meghan, but it wasn’t enough to simply surprise us with a new hairstyle. She also honored the local style with three beautiful white flowers tucked neatly into her twist. According to People, they’re Frangipani flowers, native to Fiji and often used as wedding flowers to symbolize the eternal bond between a married couple.

Behold the look from every angle:

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The look is a clever combination of local culture and symbolism. It’s also a reminder that the duchess’ take on royal style is just getting started. Meghan may already have a signature hairstyle, but she clearly still has the capability to surprise her fans—and there’s still plenty of time left on the couple’s royal tour for more new styles (not to mention, months of pregnancy looks ahead).

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Amy Schumer Is the Latest Celeb to Boycott the Super Bowl


Amy Schumer isn’t afraid to get political—she’s just back from getting detained at the Kavanaugh protests, and has long advocated for women’s rights and gun control (she’s also cousin to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, who’s also big on gun control). Now, following in the footsteps of Rihanna, who turned down an invite to perform at the Super Bowl, Schumer’s also stated that she’ll turn down doing any commercial that will air during the Super Bowl.

Ri-Ri was reportedly offered the halftime entertainer slot but turned it down to show support for Colin Kaepernick, who kneeled during the anthem to quietly (and peacefully) protest police brutality against the black community. He’s now filing a collusion grievance against the NFL, which he believes has conspired to keep him off the field due to his protests.

On Friday, Schumer posted a photo of herself to Instagram holding a very large wine glass, because, presumably, politics in 2018 can be exhausting. She added an eloquent caption that explained her reasoning for telling her team she wouldn’t be doing commercials for the Super Bowl,

“Friday thought. I wonder why more white players aren’t kneeling. Once you witness the truly deep inequality and endless racism people of color face in our country, not to mention the police brutality and murders. Why not kneel next to your brothers? Otherwise how are you not complicit? I think it would be cool if @maroon5 backed out of super bowl like @badgalriri Did. I personally told my reps I wouldn’t do a Super Bowl commercial this year. I know it must sound like a privilege ass sacrifice but it’s all i got. Hitting the nfl with the advertisers is the only way to really hurt them,” she wrote.

“I know opposing the nfl is like opposing the nra. Very tough, but don’t you want to be proud of how you’re living? Stand up for your brothers and sisters of color. And the hottest thing a guy can do is get down on one knee. Not to propose but to reject the treatment of his teammates by this country. Anyone who says its disrespectful to our military please read up on the fact that a lot of veterans are proud of what @kaepernick7 is doing and fully support him. What are your thoughts?”

Time will tell if other celebrities join the boycott—or if Maroon 5, the band that is still around, pulls out of the halftime performance.

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Rihanna Declined To Perform At The Super Bowl In Support Of Colin Kaepernick


Rihanna has never been a woman to shy away from her values. Which is why we aren’t really surprised the “Umbrella” singer gave a hard pass to performing at next year’s Super Bowl Halftime show.

According to a report in Us Weekly, the NFL reportedly approached Rihanna to be its 2019 halftime entertainer. But she declined the offer as she’s firmly in support of Colin Kaepernick.

“The NFL and Fox really wanted Rihanna to be next year’s performer in Atlanta,” an unidentified source shared with Us Weekly. “They offered it to her, but she said no because of the kneeling controversy. She doesn’t agree with the NFL’s stance. She supports Colin Kaepernick.”

Kaepernick, as you may recall, famously kneeled during the national anthem during his time as the quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers as a way to peacefully protest police violence in America against the black community.

“I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses black people and people of color,” Kaepernick told NFL Media in 2016. “To me, this is bigger than football and it would be selfish on my part to look the other way. There are bodies in the street and people getting paid leave and getting away with murder.”

At the time, the NFL stated, “…we recognize the right of an individual to choose and participate, or not, in our celebration of the national anthem.” His coach Chip Kelly added that Kaepernick’s decision not to stand during the national anthem is “his right as a citizen” and “it’s not my right to tell him not to do something.”

However, Kaepernick went into free agency the following year and his contract was not renewed. He has never received an offer from another team, a move that he feels the NFL perpetrated by blacklisting him from the sport. Kaepernick filed a collusion grievance against thee NFL.

After Rihanna said thanks but no thanks, the NFL reportedly moved on and asked Maroon 5 to put on the show instead. They reportedly agreed, though no confirmation has come from either the NFL or the band.

As for who may join them onstage, Us Weekly reported that the band has Cardi B in mind.

“She is definitely being considered, but it’s obviously way too early to say for sure,” another source added. “Pepsi, the NFL and Cardi are all interested in her performing more than just her ‘Girls Like You’ verse.”

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I'm Confused Why Maroon 5 Is Doing the Super Bowl Halftime Show and Jennifer Lopez Isn't


Two sources confirmed to Variety today that Maroon 5 is performing at the 2019 Super Bowl Halftime Show, and I’m just wondering if “Maroon 5” is a new way to spell “Jennifer Lopez.” Because there’s no way the NFL would deny the greatest living entertainer who hasn’t done the halftime show yet the opportunity to perform, right? Surely, the suits who make this decision are aware the Internet really wants to see Jennifer Lynn Lopez take the stage on that fateful night. The receipts are everywhere. (See below.)

I cannot fathom a scenario in which human beings would pass up the woman who just did this at the 2018 MTV Video Music Awards in favor of Adam Levine. (No offense, Adam Levine. I’m sure you understand.) Oh, and did you know there are seven men in Maroon 5? So not only does their name promote a color that only looks good on 2004 Ford Explorers, it’s a straight-up lie! Sorry, but I just don’t trust them to entertain me on a night where I’m already lying to everyone about my interest in football. Is there anyone out there? Because it really is getting harder and harder to breathe.

But do you know who I trust implicitly? Jennifer Lopez. Jennifer Lopez has always had the country’s best interests at heart. Remember when she let James Corden text Leonardo DiCaprio off her phone? So patriotic. Or when she hosted a taco night in a bedazzled outfit? An American hero. And never forget the fact she’s singlehandedly responsible for getting everyone on board with Pitbull. She’s a miracle worker, and we don’t deserve her.

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Actually, I take that back: We do deserve her—at the Super Bowl Halftime Show. That’s the only setting fitting enough for Lopez’s seismic talent, which continues to be ignored. Last year, we sat through Justin Timberlake performing in fringe camouflage.

Will Maroon 5 7 perform a spontaneous dance break set to Aretha Franklin’s “Respect?” No. Will they flip their long hair to Rihanna and DJ Khaled’s song “Wild Thoughts” just because they can? Surely not. Will they sing their smash hit “Jenny From the Block” in a newsboy cap? Negative. Do you know who would potentially (read: definitely) do all those things if she performed at halftime? Jennifer Lopez. And yet we’re sleeping on her again.

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All jokes aside, Maroon 5 is a supremely talented band, and they’ll no-doubt put on a great halftime show. For all we know, Lopez might have been asked to perform and she turned down the gig (though she did say in February 2017 she’d love to do it if asked). It’s just laughable at this point that a performer of her caliber hasn’t been tapped to put on the greatest show on Earth. She’d definitely deliver.

Maybe Adam Levine & Friends will bring out Lopez for the last chunk of their show, like Katy Perry did with Missy Elliott in 2015. If they don’t, catch me watching Jennifer Lopez videos for six hours to lick my wounds. In fact, I’m about to do just that right now—and create a petition for only J.Lo to do the 2020 halftime show. Let’s get loud.

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