Arts & Entertainment
Elton John accuses Janet Jackson of lip-syncing
British singer attacks ‘Unbreakable’ songstress
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Elton John isn’t impressed with pop diva Janet Jackson’s concert skills.
In an interview with Rolling Stone, John says he doesn’t understand the praise for Jackson.
“You know, fucking music magazines writing a review of Janet Jackson saying, ‘This is the greatest show — four and a half stars,’” John told Rolling Stone. “It’s fucking lip-synced. Hello. That’s not a show. I’d rather go and see a drag queen. Fuck off.”
John also shared his opinion on men dressing in drag.
“There’s something about British men that can’t wait to get into drag,” John continued.“I’m very fortunate to have grown up in Britain, which has a very lethal and wicked black sense of humor.”
John released his new album “Wonderful Crazy Night” this month. Jackson is currently on her Unbreakable tour. She drops by D.C. at the Verizon Center on Aug. 9 and Royal Farms Arena in Baltimore on Aug. 14.
Sports
‘Heated Rivalry’ stars to participate in Olympic torch relay
Games to take place next month in Italy
“Heated Rivalry” stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie will participate in the Olympic torch relay ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics that will take place next month in Italy.
HBO Max, which distributes “Heated Rivalry” in the U.S., made the announcement on Thursday in a press release.
The games will take place in Milan and Cortina from Feb. 6-22. The HBO Max announcement did not specifically say when Williams and Storrie will participate in the torch relay.
Bars & Parties
Here’s where to watch ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with fellow fans
Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance
Spark Social Events will host “Ru Paul’s Drag Race S18 Watch Party Hosted by Local Drag Queens” on Friday, Jan. 23 at 8 p.m.
Drag entertainers TrevHER and Grey will provide commentary and make live predictions on who’s staying and who’s going home. Stick around after the show for a live drag performance. The watch party will take place on a heated outdoor patio and cozy indoor space.
This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
The DC Center is hosting a watch party for an episode of the 10th and final season of “Queer Eye,” which was filmed in D.C. The screening will be held on Friday, Jan. 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Center.
The screening will last 45-55 minutes, with community time both before and after the episode. Drinks and snacks will be provided and organizers promise a “surprise or two.” For information on tickets, visit the DC Center’s website.
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