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On television, Cannon began as a teenager on All That before going on to host The Nick Cannon Show, Wild 'N Out, America's Got Talent, Lip Sync Battle Shorties and The Masked Singer. He acted in the films Drumline, Love Don't Cost a Thing and Roll Bounce.

As a rapper he released his debut self-titled album in 2003 with the hit single "Gigolo", a collaboration with singer R. Kelly. In 2007 he played the role of the fictional footballer TJ Harper in the film Goal II: Living the Dream. In 2006, Cannon recorded the singles "Dime Piece" and "My Wife" for the planned album Stages, which was never released.

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Scoop: Coming Up on THE MASKED SINGER on FOX - Wednesday, April 24, 2024


Get all the scoop on THE MASKED SINGER, airing on FOX on Wednesday, April 24, 2024! It’s “Girl Group Night” on The Masked Singer! Panelists Ken Jeong, Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, and Rita Ora open the show with a group performance of Spice Girls anthem, “Wannabe.” Watch a video from a recent episode now!

Scoop: Coming Up on THE MASKED SINGER on FOX - Wednesday, April 17, 2024


Get all the scoop on THE MASKED SINGER, airing on FOX on Wednesday, April 17, 2024! We Will Rock You on “Queen Night” of The Masked Singer! The group A contestants are put Under Pressure as they pay homage to iconic rock band, Queen! Watch a video from a recent episode now!

Scoop: Coming Up on THE MASKED SINGER on FOX - Wednesday, March 20, 2024


Get all the scoop on THE MASKED SINGER, airing on FOX on Wednesday, March 20, 2024! Robin Thicke kicks off the episode with a rockstar rendition of “My Life.” Then, the last group of celebrity singers belt out classic tunes from the iconic “Piano Man” himself, Bill Joel! Watch a video from a recent episode now!

Scoop: Coming Up on THE MASKED SINGER Season Premiere on FOX - Wednesday, March 6, 2024


Get all the scoop on THE MASKED SINGER, airing on FOX on Wednesday, March 6, 2024! The season premiere episode will kick off with a performance by new panelist Rita Ora! She will be joined by host NICK CANNON and returning celebrity panelists Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg and Robin Thicke! Watch a video preview of the new season now!

Comic Nicky Sunshine Hosts Ladies Night Showcase at Comedy in Harlem This Weekend


Comic / host Nicky Sunshine (The Nick Cannon Show) brings the monthly Ladies Night Showcase back to Comedy In Harlem on Saturday, February 24th with a lineup featuring: Samantha Santos, Toni Byrd, Maureen Langan and GL Douglas.

Black Theatre Coalition To Host Inaugural BUILDING THE CHANGE Gala On February 12


Co-founders T. Oliver Reid, Warren Adams, and Reginald “Reggie” Van Lee, along with Board Members Aaliytha Stevens and Naila McKenzie, have announced that the Black Theatre Coalition will host its Inaugural Gala on Monday, February 12, 2024 in New York City at the Rainbow Room (30 Rockefeller Plaza, 65th Floor).

THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees!


The NAACP Image Award Nominations have been announced, with The Color Purple leading with a total of 16 nominations, with nods for Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!

Comic Nicky Sunshine Hosts Ladies Night Showcase @ Comedy in Harlem Next Week


 Comic / host Nicky Sunshine (The Nick Cannon Show) brings the monthly Ladies Night Showcase back to Comedy In Harlem on Saturday, January 27, 2024 with a lineup featuring:  Cherry Ann Trinidad, Leighann Lord,  Sofsdope, Eva Evans and Nancy Levine.

Photos: Neil Patrick Harris Hosts Atlantis New Year's Eve Celebration With Maroon 5, Nelly & More


Atlantis Paradise Island kicked off 2024 with its annual Party Like a Royal New Year’s Eve event. Hosted by actor Neil Patrick Harris, the festivities began with a DJ set from producer and artist Timbaland featuring his top hits, followed by a surprise set from Nelly including hits like “Just A Dream,” “Dilemma” and “Cruise.” See photos!

Comic Nicky Sunshine Hosts Ladies Night Showcase at Comedy in Harlem Next Week


 Comic / host Nicky Sunshine (The Nick Cannon Show) brings the monthly Ladies Night Showcase back to Comedy In Harlem on Saturday, December 30, 2023 with a lineup featuring: JJ Matisse, B Phlat, Stephanie McRae and Liz Barrett.

Comedian Kountry Wayne Announces THE KING OF HEARTS Tour


Actor and comedian Kountry Wayne is set to conquer the comedy stage once again as he proudly announces THE KING OF HEARTS Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the 29-city tour kicks off on March 15 in Houston, with stops across the U.S. including Chicago, New York, Detroit, Atlanta and more, before concluding in Norfolk on May 19.

VH1 Newcomer To Host SONGS OF THE SITCOMS Announced at 54 Below


VH1 newcomer to host 'Songs of the Sitcoms' at 54 Below. Get ready for a night of nostalgic tunes from your favorite TV shows.

Comedian Nate Jackson Brings His SUPER FUNNY WORLD TOUR To The Boch Center Shubert Theatre, May 10, 2024


Standup star Nate Jackson brings his hilarious 'Super Funny World Tour' to the Boch Center Shubert Theatre in Boston on May 10, 2024. Don't miss out on this side-splitting comedy show. Tickets on sale December 1, 2023.

An Evening With John Cusack Comes to Lincoln Center and the Paramount Theatre


Comedy Works Entertainment welcomes AN EVENING WITH JOHN CUSACK AND SCREENING OF SAY ANYTHING for two nights.  The first show is at The Lincoln Center in Fort Collins, CO on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 7pm.

Comic Nicky Sunshine to Host Ladies Night Showcase at Comedy In Harlem


Comic Nicky Sunshine will host Ladies Night Showcase at Comedy In Harlem on October 28, 2023. Featuring Corey Bell, Donna Moran, Erin Jackson, and Peaches Rodriguez. Showtime is 8:00pm, admission is $25.00. For reservations and more information, visit comedyinharlem.com.

CHAMPIONS OF MAGIC Are Coming To The Fisher Theatre January 20- 21


Champions of Magic are coming to the Fisher Theatre in January 20-21 for a thrilling and mind-bending performance. Don't miss this incredible show!

Annual Valentine's Day Comedy Shows Come to NJPAC in 2024


New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) and SJ Presents non-stop laughter on Valentine’s weekend with comedian and actor Bill Bellamy as emcee as he brings some of the funniest comedians to the stage on Saturday, February 10 for two performances, 7PM and 9:45 PM.  Find out who is part of the lineup here!

Scoop: Coming Up on a Rebroadcast of THE MASKED SINGER on FOX - Sunday, September 24, 2023


Get all the scoop on THE MASKED SINGER, airing on FOX on Sunday, September 24, 2023! The Masked Singer Alumni—Michelle Williams, Rumer Willis, Joey Fatone, Bow Wow, Victor Oladipo and BARRY Zito—Return for All-New Duet Performances. Watch a video of Demi Lovato on The Masked Singer now!

Video: Watch Demi Lovato Be Revealed on THE MASKED SINGER


The Masked Singer kicked off its 10th season with the reveal of a mystery guest... Demi Lovato! Watch Lovato be 'Un-Masked' in a video clip from the season premiere now! Play along with host Nick Cannon and celebrity panelists Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Nicole Scherzinger and Robin Thicke in the new season.

Netflix Original Comedy Special KOUNTRY WAYNE: A WOMAN'S PRAYER Premieres in September


A WOMAN’S PRAYER is directed by Jeff Tomsic (“Tag,” “Bert Kreischer: Razzle Dazzle,” “The Cabin with Bert Kreischer,” “Norm Macdonald: Nothing Special”). Wayne, Tomsic, and Matthew Vaughan (“Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel,” “Kate Berlant: Cinnamon in the Wind”) of Rotten Science serve as executive producers.

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