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Brian Justin Crum amazes judges with Tears for Fears cover on ‘AGT’
singer learns his fate on Wednesday night
(Brian Justin Crum performing ‘Everybody Wants to Rule the World’ by Tears for Fears. Screenshot via YouTube.)
Brian Justin Crum stunned the judges and the crowd, once again, during the semi-finals round of “America’s Got Talent” on Tuesday night.
Crum, 28, performed a cover of “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” by Tears for Fears which led to cheers from the crowd and a standing ovation from Mel B, Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel.
“It’s kind of like when Beyonce came on at the VMAs. Nobody else mattered. Nobody else matters right now. Perfection,” Mel B praised Crum after his performance.
“Is it your time? I do believe it is your time now, Brian. I have a feeling America’s gonna get behind you and we’re gonna see you in the finals,” Cowell said.
Crum learns his fate during the results episode of “America’s Got Talent” on Wednesday at 8 p.m. on NBC.
The DC Black Pride Opening Reception was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Friday, May 22. Grammy Award-winning artist Durand Bernarr was the headline performer. Comedian Anthony Oakes was the host. Speakers included Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson and Center For Black Equity President Kenya Hutton, as well as speakers from health organizations and sponsors. The event featured performances from Billy the Goat, Jay Columbus, Akeem Woods, Rue Pratt, Be Steadwell and Bennu Byrd.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
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PHOTOS: Black Pride Pageant and Unity Ball
Back-to-back events held on first night of D.C. Black Pride
The Mr. and Miss DC Black Pride Pageant was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Thursday, May 21. Following the pageant, Black Pride events continued with the 10th annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball.
(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)
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PHOTOS: Helen Hayes Awards
D.C.-area productions honored at Theatre Washington’s annual ceremony
Theatre Washington’s 42nd Helen Hayes Awards were held at The Anthem on Monday, May 18.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
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