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Nara Smith Seeks Retraction In Defamation Dispute With SA Content Creator
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A feud between South African influencer Onezwa Mbola and US TikTok star Nara Smith has intensified, culminating in Nara threatening legal action against Onezwa for defamation.
The conflict began when Onezwa, a MasterChef SA contestant renowned for her from-scratch cooking videos, accused Nara of copying her content, style, and even voice-over techniques.
Nara Smith, who has 7.7 million followers and over 300 million likes on TikTok, responded by sending a formal demand letter to Onezwa. In the letter, she addressed the allegations head-on:
“I am writing to address a serious matter regarding your recent statements accusing me of stealing your content. You have publicly claimed that I stole your videos related to Boba tea and mozzarella cheese, which is untrue and damaging to my reputation,” Smith wrote. She emphasized that these allegations were entirely false and had caused significant harm to her personal and professional reputation.
“These allegations are entirely false. The videos in question are not my original creations, and I have all the necessary proof of this on the social media platform TikTok. Your false accusations have caused significant harm to my personal and professional reputation,” she continued. Nara demanded a public retraction from Onezwa, warning that failure to comply would result in legal action for defamation.
“This email serves as a formal notice that if you don’t retract your statements and cease making defamatory claims immediately, I will have no choice but to pursue legal action against you for defamation of character. I strongly urge you to take this matter seriously and to address it promptly to avoid further legal consequences.”
The feud traces back to accusations that Nara began mimicking Onezwa’s distinctive style of cooking videos, which feature ingredients she has raised, grown, or foraged herself.
Fans have pointed out the similarities and accused Nara of copying Onezwa’s persona and recipes. The debate has also highlighted the disparity in earnings, with TikTok’s creator fund unavailable to South African creators like Onezwa, while Nara potentially benefits financially from her large following.
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Singer Jennifer Lopez Files For Divorce From Ben Affleck
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Jennifer Lopez has reportedly filed for divorce from Ben Affleck, marking the end of their two-year marriage.
The pop icon, 55, and the Hollywood actor, 52, were previously engaged in the early 2000s, but parted ways before reconciling in 2021. Despite rekindling their romance, the couple has now decided to separate.
According to documents obtained by TMZ, Lopez filed the legal papers on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, in L.A. County Superior Court without legal representation. Interestingly, this date coincides with the second anniversary of their elaborate Georgia wedding, which took place just two months after their initial Las Vegas ceremony.
The legal filings indicate that the couple separated on April 26, 2024. Although the divorce documents reportedly do not mention a prenuptial agreement, TMZ sources claim there was never one in place.
Rumors of trouble between the pair have circulated for some time, but Lopez, who shares 16-year-old twins Max and Emme with ex-husband Marc Anthony and is stepmother to Affleck’s children with Jennifer Garner—Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12—has remained silent on the matter. As recently as a few months ago, Lopez emphasized the “real, true love” that existed between her and Affleck, making the split all the more surprising.
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R&B Singer H.E.R To Perform At The Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony
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R&B sensation H.E.R. is set to bring her soulful voice to the world stage as she performs the U.S. national anthem during the Closing Ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics.
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The 27-year-old Grammy-winning artist will play a significant role in the festivities at the Stade de France on Sunday, August 11, 2024. Her performance will be part of the handover ceremony to the 2028 Los Angeles Games, adding a touch of American culture to the grand finale of this year’s competition.
H.E.R.’s participation adds to the excitement surrounding the Closing Ceremony, which will also feature a breathtaking stunt by Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise.
According to sources, the 62-year-old actor will descend from the top of the Stade de France, carrying the official Olympic flag. The stunt, which will be televised, is expected to be one of the highlights of the ceremony.
As part of the event, the broadcast will transition to a pre-recorded film showing Cruise’s journey from Paris to Los Angeles. The film will capture the actor skydiving down to the iconic Hollywood sign before passing the Olympic flag to a group of athletes, including a cyclist, a volleyball player, and a skateboarder, as they make their way through the City of Angels.
The Los Angeles segment of the stunt was filmed in March, with insiders revealing that the production team managed to keep the shoot under wraps despite the potential for leaks. However, logistics for the French portion of the stunt are still being finalized, with the possibility that Cruise might use a stunt double for the actual descent.
In addition to these high-profile performances, it was recently announced that Team USA gold medalists Katie Ledecky and Nick Mead will have the honor of serving as flag bearers during the ceremony.
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Konshens Drops Afro-Latin Infused Dancehall Anthem ‘Shek It’
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Jamaican dancehall sensation Konshens is back with a new single, “Shek It,” a vibrant track that blends Afro-Latin rhythms with his signature dancehall flair.
Produced by Costa Rica’s BomboCat, the song is accompanied by a dynamic, movie-style music video directed by Rizzy, adding suspense and a fresh twist to the genre.
Speaking on the release, Konshens says, “This marks the return of Dancehall to its glory days, all about fun and the dance floor.” He also shares a heartfelt message to his African fans: “Thank you for the love you’ve shown me, Dancehall, and Jamaican culture. The feeling is mutual, and I hope you enjoy this one!”
The inspiration behind “Shek It” is particularly special to Konshens, as he recorded the track in Kenya during an after-party, capturing the energy and excitement of the moment.
This single follows his recent success with “Look Good” and is the lead track from his upcoming studio project, expected later in 2024.
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