Karol G Tapped to Headline YouTube’s NFL Halftime Show in Brazil

Karol G will headline the halftime show during YouTube’s first-ever NFL live broadcast, scheduled for Sept. 5 at Corinthians Arena in São Paulo, Brazil. The matchup sees reigning AFC West champions the Kansas City Chiefs take on divisional rivals, the Los Angeles Chargers. In addition to Karol taking the stage at halftime, Brazilian artist Ana Castela will perform the country’s national anthem, “Hino Nacional Brasileiro,” and composer and jazz saxophonist Kamasi Washington will perform the U.S. national anthem.

SZA is adding shoe designer to her resume, joining Vans as its first-ever artistic director. Vogue says the R&B superstar will take on multiple responsibilities in her new role, from spearheading campaigns to designing exclusive new products. As for what to expect, the five-time Grammy Award winner teased completely new silhouettes and ideas, all while maintaining affordability for all consumers.

LL COOL J will host the 2025 MTV VMAs, which will broadcast live coast-to-coast on Sept. 7, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT from New York’s UBS Arena. This is the hitmaker’s first time as solo emcee, previously co-hosting the 2022 ceremony alongside Nicki Minaj and Jack Harlow. A two-time Moonman winner, LL became the first rapper to receive the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award in 1997.

Pharrell officially launched his new creative platform VIRGINIA on Thursday, calling it a “destination where music, fashion, design, and community converge.” The new venture will serve as the primary base for his future creative projects, live events, merch drops, music releases, and more. The inaugural drop is a full range of summer-ready gear like apparel, swimwear, beach gear, surfboards, footwear accessories, and home items, all splashed with the company’s logo. Most products are available to shop on VIRGINIA’s website.

Tommy Hilfiger unveiled a high-performance collection developed in partnership with the U.S. Sail GP Team on Thursday. Created to mirror the intensity of racing and meant to be worn on and off the water, the capsule includes a polo, knit hoodies, graphic tees, a color-blocked sweater, and a heavy-duty, color-blocked flag jacket. The line is available at Tommy Hilfiger stores worldwide, select wholesale partners, and online.

A new 10-episode adult animated series is headed to Netflix and is set to premiere on Feb. 26, 2026, according to Variety. Strip Law stars Adam Scott and Janelle James as Lincoln Gumb and Sheila Flambé, respectively, a lawyer and magician who team up to solve cases in Las Vegas. Supporting castmates include Stephen Root, Shannon Gisela, and Keith David.

Last month, Reebok officially unveiled Angel Reese’s signature silhouette, the Reebok Angel Reese 1. On Thursday, the company confirmed Sept. 13 as the official release date for her debut sneaker. Arriving in three different colorways, Diamond Dust (grey), Mebounds (tonal pink), and Receipts Ready (white, black, and red), the shoe retails for $120 and drops with a matching apparel line.

During an interview with Ebro Darden for Apple Music, Offset hinted that it is “possible” he and fellow Migos groupmate Quavo could reunite for a joint album in honor of the late Takeoff. While no official conversations have taken place, Set revealed the two speak “every other week.” In the meantime, Offset’s new album KIARI arrives on Aug. 22. The solo record includes features from YoungBoy Never Broke Again, YFN Lucci, Key Glock, John Legend, and Ty Dolla $ign.

Citing “personal reasons,” Jacopo Venturini officially stepped down as CEO of Valentino on Thursday. It was a mutual agreement, the couture house said in its statement, adding that a successor for Venturini has not been appointed but “will be announced in due course.” Creative Director Alessandro Michele is staying on in his role and is due to present his Spring 2026 collection in Paris on Oct. 5.

Grand Slam tennis champion Sloane Stephens, flag football star Diana Flores, and WNBA All-Star Dearica Hamby are among the first group of participants in the inaugural SI Women’s Games, which will be held at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, Calif., from Oct. 28 to Nov. 2. Events including tennis, basketball, gymnastics, judo, and trampoline will be broadcast on ION and will be available to stream via the ION FAST channel.

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