Normani wins Breakthrough Award at Sundance Film Festival, Actor Kunle Remi is married, Mohammed Salah out for two games due to injury. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest, which summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
1. Normani wins Breakthrough Award at Sundance
Normani accepts her award at the Variety & The Golden Globe Awards Breakthrough Artists Party Presented by Adobe. https://t.co/5HuOJQttSj pic.twitter.com/UPPgwo8qot
— Variety (@Variety) January 20, 2024
Former Fifth Harmony star Normani Kordei was honored with a Breakthrough Award at the Variety and Golden Globes party during the 2024 Sundance Film Festival for her role in the upcoming horror film “Freaky Tales.” Normani, who made her acting debut in the film, was recognized alongside fellow honorees like Dylan O’Brien, Justice Smith, and filmmaker Jane Schoenbrun. The award celebrates rising stars who are making a significant impact in the entertainment industry.
“Freaky Tales” premiered at Sundance to critical acclaim, with Normani’s performance receiving particular praise. The film is described as a “genre-bending” horror story with social commentary. In her acceptance speech, Normani expressed her gratitude for the recognition and reflected on her journey to acting. The actress went on to thank her cast and crew for their support. She also spoke about her commitment to learning and growing as an actress.
2. Actor Kunle Remi is married
Popular Nigerian actor Kunle Remi and his wife, Boluwatiwi, celebrated their love in a stunning church wedding ceremony on Saturday, January 20. The couple, who had already held a traditional wedding the previous week, exchanged vows and danced the night away, surrounded by friends, family, and fellow celebrities. Remi, looking dapper in a purple blazer and black bow tie, met his radiant bride at the altar. Her exquisite off-shoulder dress shimmered with every step, capturing the joy and anticipation of the day.
Their heartfelt vows, witnessed by guests during the court papers signing and priest-officiated ceremony, resonated with a deep commitment to their future together. Following the official “I do’s exchange,” the newlyweds took to the dance floor, surrounded by joyous cheers and well-wishes from their loved ones. Laughter and music filled the air as the couple, along with their guests, celebrated this special occasion in style.
Congratulations to the new couple.
3. South Africa: Cassper Nyovest celebrates 10 years since debut song
Cassper Nyovest has reflected on his journey in the music industry since the release of “Doc Shebeleza” from his debut album, “Tsholofelo.” “Today marks 10 years of this song. I was a wild young man. God has moulded me and kept me in his grace. All the glory to God. I’m blessed, grateful, and truly humbled by your support. The next 10 years will be more meaningful, more spiritual, and monumental! Die pope sal Daans! This gone be special! Wait on it,” he wrote.
Over the years, the artist has hosted many Fill-Up concerts. He sold out his first Fill Up The Dome concert, which took place at Ticketpro Dome in Johannesburg in 2015. He also hosted Fill Up concerts at Orlando Stadium in 2016, the FNB Stadium in 2017, the Moses Mabhida Stadium in 2018, the Royal Bafokeng Stadium in 2019, and Mahikeng on December 3, 2022. He then later hosted the Fill Up Mmabatho concert in Mahikeng on December 3, 2022.
4. Tiwa Savage robbed in London again
Tiwa Savage Got robbed in London 💔 pic.twitter.com/S5AA1XEa81
— ✞ (@Deyvxxd_) January 19, 2024
Singer-songwriter Tiwa Savage said she was robbed in the London area of England this week. On Thursday, January 18, the singer said on her Instagram Story that she was robbed while in London. “Damn London, una show me pepper o. Got robbed yesterday,” her Story post read. The post had her fans worried about her safety and welfare. However, she allayed their fears by making another post saying, “Thanks guys.” She then made another story post on January 19, showing her outfit of the day while she prepared to step out. In her caption, she focused on her work, saying, “Another day, hustle continues.”
Unfortunately, this is not Savage’s first encounter with robbers. Back in April 2023, there was a robbery attempt at her residence, which failed. She confirmed this in an official statement on April 14 via her Instagram page, stating that her home was breached by thieves.
5. Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah misses Egypt’s next two games with a hamstring injury
Egypt’s Salah to miss two Nations Cup games due to hamstring strain https://t.co/uBVD3Xufuc pic.twitter.com/CNYA3zrBHJ
— Reuters (@Reuters) January 19, 2024
Mohamed Salah will miss Egypt’s vital Africa Cup of Nations Group B game against Cape Verde on Monday with a hamstring injury. The Liverpool forward, 31, has also been ruled out of a last-16 tie should Egypt qualify. Salah limped off before halftime in the 2-2 draw with Ghana on Thursday. The result has left the record-setting seven-time African champions needing to beat the already-qualified Cape Verde to guarantee their progression. “Tests on Mohamed Salah, the captain of the Egypt national team, proved that he suffered a hamstring injury and will miss the next two matches of the team at the AFCON,” the Egyptian Football Association said.
Salah will therefore only feature in the tournament again if Egypt advances to a quarterfinal on February 2 or 3. Earlier on Friday, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp suggested Salah’s hamstring problem was likely to be severe, given the forward had missed just 10 league games for the Reds in more than six seasons.
Featured Image: @normani/Instagram
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