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DETROIT — Toward the latter end of the summer of 2008, after the party sojourn to Denver to nominate Barack Obama for president at the Democratic National Convention, giddy activists hosted a luncheon titled “We Still Have a Dream.”On the speaking program that afternoon was a thirtysomething fireball of ambition named Cory Booker, who was then the first-term mayor of Newark, New Jersey, and Kamala Harris, the charismatic, newly elected district attorney of San Francisco. Their inclusion together in the day’s activities was clear: Obama may have been “the first mainstream African American who is articulate and bright and clean and a nice-looking guy” — as Obama’s running mate, Joe Biden, had clumsily said in 2007, rankling many of the activists — but he would not be the last.It only took one cycle after the election of Donald Trump for those two well-qualified black candidates to vie for the Democratic presidential nomination. But … [Read more...] about Cory Booker And Kamala Harris Are Trying To Pull Obama’s Legacy Away From Joe Biden

Photo: RMV/Shutterstock Photo: RMV/Shutterstock Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 Photo: RMV/Shutterstock Rob Thomas, INXS’ Andrew Farriss Honor Late Michael Hutchence With Surprise Duet 1  /  1 Back to Gallery More than two decades since INXS frontman Michael Hutchence died, beloved ballad  “Never Tear Us Apart” is still being heard in venues throughout Australia and as recently as Saturday night (Nov. 16), when Matchbox Twenty singer Rob Thomas brought out INXS’ Andrew Farriss to the stage. The two led a poignant 9,000-person singalong at Bimbadgen Winery in Hunter Valley, near Sydney, the city where Hutchence’s body was found on Nov. 22, 1997. More from Variety INXS' Monumental 1991 Wembley Concert Film … [Read more...] about Rob Thomas, INXS’ Andrew Farriss Honor Late Michael Hutchence With Surprise Duet

Earlier today, it was reported that iconic Star Wars actress Carrie Fisher passed away at the age of 60. Her death comes just four days after she suffered a heart attack on an international flight between London and Los Angeles, with the actress returning home from promoting her new book The Princess Diarist. As the news spread throughout the world, we have a number of tributes that have surfaced through social media, and from LucasFilm itself. Here's what LucasFilm president Kathleen Kennedy had to say in a statement. "Carrie holds such special place in the hearts of everyone at Lucasfilm it is difficult to think of a world without her. She was Princess Leia to the world but a very special friend to all of us. She had an indomitable spirit, incredible wit, and a loving heart. Carrie also defined the female hero of our age over a generation ago. Her groundbreaking role as Princess Leia served as an inspiration of power and confidence for young girls everywhere. We will miss her … [Read more...] about Carrie Fisher Mourned as Hollywood Remembers Star Wars Legend

She has always praised her step-daughter Kim Kardashian for supporting her wish to transition.  And recalling the moment she first discussed her decision to do so with Kim, Caitlyn Jenner has admitted she was worried the reality star thought she was 'crazy'. The 67-year-old former Olympian appeared on the Victoria Derbyshire show on Friday and explained that after speaking candidly with Kim, the Keeping Up With The Kardashian star didn't mention her transition to her for two years.  Scroll down for video  'Maybe she thinks I'm crazy?': Caitlyn Jenner, 67, revealed the worry she felt after discussing her desire to tradition with daughter Kim Kardashian while appearing on the Victoria Derbyshire show on Friday Caitlyn - formerly known as Bruce - said: 'Kimberly has always been very nosy and came up to me one day and just asked, "What the hell is going on with you?" At that point I just thought it was time to talk and I did.  RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next … [Read more...] about ‘Does she think I’m crazy?’: Caitlyn Jenner admits worries she had after Kim Kardashian first probed her on her transition… as she reveals she realised she was born in the wrong body when she wore her Olympic medal naked

November 30, 2015 - 14:51 GMT hellomagazine.com Kylie Jenner has admitted that while she initially struggled to come to terms with her father's gender transition, she now prefers Caitlyn to Bruce. Kylie Jenner has admitted that while she initially struggled to come to terms with her father's gender transition, she now prefers Caitlyn to Bruce. The 18-year-old opened up about her relationship with Caitlyn during an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, explaining that they have really bonded in recent months. A photo posted by King Kylie (@kyliejenner) on Oct 27, 2015 at 2:07pm PDT Kylie Jenner said she prefers Caitlyn to Bruce The Keeping Up with the Kardashians star admitted that she and her sister Kendall had caught their dad dressing up in women's clothes when they were younger, but never discussed it as a family. However since bravely announcing her gender transition, Caitlyn appears to have developed a closer relationship with her … [Read more...] about Kylie Jenner reveals what she really thinks of Caitlyn

KIM KARDASHIAN'S mum, Kris Jenner, publicly snubbed her baby news as she took to social media to congratulate daughter Kylie Jenner on her skincare range with no mention of her new grandson. Kim and husband Kanye West welcomed their fourth baby yesterday afternoon, with their surrogate giving birth to a little boy - whose name is yet to be announced. Kris has not commented on the family's exciting new addition but managed to find the time to share how "proud" she is of 21-year-old Kylie's latest business venture. Sharing a promo shot of her youngest daughter just hours after her grandson's birth was announced, Kris wrote: "I am SO proud of you @kyliejenner and SO excited for @kylieskin!!!! KylieSkin.com". Kylie, who is mum to 15-month-old, Stormi, teased that she had some exciting news soon after Kim tweeted about her son's arrival. After leaving fans convinced that she was pregnant again, Kylie spilled all of the details about her latest business venture, admitting that it felt like … [Read more...] about Kim Kardashian’s baby snubbed by Kris Jenner as she congratulates Kylie on her skincare range but fails to mention new grandson