Katy Perry, the multi-talented American singer, songwriter, and television judge, has achieved remarkable financial success over the years. Her current net worth is estimated at a staggering $340 million, solidifying her status as one of the highest-paid entertainers globally for over a decade. Katy Perry Net Worth $340 Million Date of Birth October 25, 1984 Place of Birth Santa Barbara, California Nationality American Profession Actor, Musician, Philanthropist, Singer-songwriter, Voice Actor, Businessperson, Music artist A Decade of Earnings From 2009 to 2014, Katy Perry consistently earned between $30 and $50 million annually. This substantial income came from various sources, including album…
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Pop sensation Katy Perry has made headlines with a groundbreaking music rights deal, selling a substantial portion of her catalogue to Litmus Music for an estimated $225 million (£182 million). The announcement of this lucrative sale, made on Monday, encompasses all five of Perry’s albums released under Capitol Records. This impressive discography spans from her 2008 debut “One of the Boys” to her 2020 offering “Smile.” The deal encompasses some of Perry’s most iconic multi-platinum hits, including chart-toppers like “Firework,” “Teenage Dream,” “Hot ‘n’ Cold,” “California Gurls,” and the sensational “I Kissed A Girl.” This transaction marks the most significant…
Germany has taken a resolute step in its ongoing battle against far-right extremism by outlawing the Hammerskins, a notorious neo-Nazi group renowned for orchestrating far-right concerts and disseminating racist music. This decisive move, described by Germany’s interior minister as “a clear signal against racism and antisemitism,” has led to raids on the homes of 28 leading members of the group across the nation. The Hammerskins, originally founded in the United States during the late 1980s, were believed to have approximately 130 members within Germany. The German authorities have hailed this prohibition as “a substantial blow against organized right-wing extremism,” effectively…
Pop sensation Ariana Grande and her now-estranged husband, Dalton Gomez, have officially begun divorce proceedings, signaling the end of their two-year marriage. Both Grande and Gomez filed divorce paperwork simultaneously, marking the formal conclusion of their union. Reports suggest that the couple had been experiencing difficulties in their relationship, leading to this joint decision to part ways. Ariana Grande has swiftly moved forward in her personal life, embarking on a new romantic journey with Ethan Slater. Laura Wasser, a prominent divorce attorney, is representing Ariana Grande in the divorce proceedings, having submitted the paperwork on Grande’s behalf earlier this week.…
YouTube has taken the unprecedented step of suspending Russell Brand’s channels from earning revenue through advertisements, citing a violation of its “creator responsibility policy.” The video-sharing platform asserts that this action is essential to safeguard its user community. The decision comes in the wake of allegations against the comedian and actor, including an alleged sexual assault report from 2003 that was recently brought to the attention of the Metropolitan Police. Over the weekend, Brand faced further allegations of rape and sexual assaults purportedly occurring between 2006 and 2013, allegations he vehemently denies. A YouTube spokesperson issued a statement on Tuesday,…
At least eight Kenya Defence Forces personnel were Monday September 18 night killed in a helicopter crash in Lamu County. The cause of the crash is yet to be established. Witnesses said it went up on flames on crash. The Department of Defence headquarters said Tuesday the Kenya Air Force Huey Helicopter crashed Monday night while on night patrol in Lamu County. “The crew and other military personnel onboard were part of an air surveillance squadron intensifying day and night patrols and surveillance for the on-going Operation Amani Boni,” DOD said in a statement. “The leadership and entire KDF fraternity…
Major Japanese brands are cutting ties with the country’s biggest talent agency after it was engulfed by a sexual abuse scandal. Firms including Nissan and Asahi say they will not renew any contracts with Johnny and Associates. Toyota, which previously had a contract with one of its top stars, told the BBC it had no plans to sign any more deals featuring Johnny talents. Japan’s agriculture ministry has also said it would stop hiring the stars. Johnny and Associates is Japan’s biggest J-pop and boyband talent agency. Last month, an independent investigation into the agency found its late founder, Johnny…
The Communication Authority of Kenya suspended its Director General, Ezra Chiloba, alleging gross misconduct. The decision, effective as of September 18, 2023, stems from troubling claims of mismanagement of the Staff Mortgage Scheme, with reported financial discrepancies amounting to Ksh662.4 million at CA. The details of this suspension have been disclosed in a report obtained by Kahawa Tungu, which outlines the grounds for Chiloba’s suspension, highlighting possible disciplinary action due to fundamental breaches of his contractual obligations. One major concern raised in the report is that Chiloba allegedly failed to provide adequate leadership in overseeing and administering the Staff Mortgage…
The United States military has announced the discovery of debris from a missing F-35 fighter jet, a day after requesting public assistance in locating wreckage from the elusive aircraft. The incident occurred after a pilot ejected from the F-35 for unknown reasons. The debris field from the F-35B Lightning II jet, which went missing on Sunday afternoon, was located on Monday in South Carolina’s rural Williamsburg County, according to the Marine Corps’s Joint Base Charleston. The base expressed gratitude to local, county, and state officials for their assistance in the search. Authorities had been searching for the jet since the…
Australia has officially declared the onset of an El Niño weather phenomenon as an unprecedented September heatwave grips the country’s southeast, resulting in the first total fire ban in three years. “We are already seeing extreme conditions in some parts of the continent, particularly in the duration of heat,” Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) forecaster Karl Braganza highlighted the extreme conditions. The state of New South Wales (NSW) has experienced temperatures soaring up to 16 degrees Celsius (60 degrees Fahrenheit) above the September average in recent days. Sydney, Australia’s most populous city, registered temperatures of 34.4 degrees Celsius (93.9 degrees Fahrenheit)…
Chioma Nnadi, a prominent fashion journalist and podcaster, has been named the new head of editorial content at British Vogue. This historic appointment makes her the first black female head of the renowned fashion publication, which has editions in the US, France, and Italy. Nnadi, who hails from London, expressed her excitement and honor at taking on this role from editor-in-chief Edward Enninful. “I’m beyond excited and honored to be entrusted with this incredible opportunity. British Vogue has such an illustrious history and has played a significant role in shaping the global fashion landscape,” She remarked. With her recent position…
Roger Whittaker, the celebrated folk singer known for his hit songs like “Durham Town” and his exceptional whistling talent, has passed away at the age of 87. Whittaker, whose music career spanned several decades, was widely acclaimed for hits such as “The Last Farewell” and “New World in the Morning.” His website reported that he had sold nearly 50 million records worldwide. Also Read: Former Football Coach And Convicted Paedophile Barry Bennell Dies In Prison At 69 Starting his career in folk clubs, Whittaker’s musical journey reached new heights with songs like the “Skye Boat Song” and a duet with…
Barry Bennell, the notorious former football coach, and convicted paedophile, has passed away in prison at the age of 69. Bennell, who also used the alias Richard Jones, was handed a 30-year prison sentence in 2018 following his conviction on 50 counts of child sexual offences against 12 young boys. His crimes spanned from the 1970s to the 1990s, during which time he worked as a coach for Crewe Alexandra and as a scout for Manchester City. One of his victims expressed his hope that Bennell’s last decade had been as “difficult as possible.” Barry Bennell Cause of Death Bennell…
The board of the Communication Authority has announced the suspension of Director General Ezra Chiloba. This decision was conveyed through a memo dated September 18, 2023, by the board’s chair, Mary Wambui. The memo revealed the appointment of Christopher Wambua in an acting capacity as the new Director General. The appointment of Mr. Christopher Wambua as Director General in Acting Capacity took immediate effect as of the same day, with no specified duration given until further notice. “Following a meeting of the Authority’s Board held on 18th September 2023, resulting in the suspension of the Director General, I am pleased…
A U.S. stealth-capable fighter jet has gone missing after an incident during flight, prompting an unusual appeal to the public to assist in locating the multimillion-dollar aircraft. The incident occurred in the southeastern state of South Carolina on Sunday when the pilot flying the F-35 ejected following what U.S. authorities have referred to as a “mishap.” Fortunately, the pilot survived and was transported to a hospital, where he is reported to be in stable condition. The pilot’s identity has not been disclosed. However, the disappearance of the costly fighter jet has posed a significant challenge for the military. Joint Base…