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  • Not a dry eye in the house as Jessie J sings in memory of Orlando gun massacre victims

    There was not a dry eye left in the house after Jessie J took to the stage to sing an emotional tribute to the victims of the Orlando, Pulse nightclub shooting.

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    Jessie J was just one of a number of celebs to take part in a benefit concert for the victims, families and survivors of the Orlando gun massacre in June this year.

    Jessie J performed a version of her song “Who You Are” and special slowed down version of her hit “Domino”.

    She told the crowd,

    “Thank you for being so brave, thank you for not giving up … All we need is love and hope and freedom. I pray for hope. I pray for change.”

    For over twelve years, Pulse was a destination that welcomed everyone and embraced the LGBTQ community. It had been a place immersed in joy and music, and one that united Orlando’s diverse communities. Founded by Barbara Poma and Ron Legler in the memory of Barbara’s late brother, John, who passed away in 1991, the name Pulse was chosen to keep his pulse beating on. Pulse Nightclub in turn became the heartbeat of Orlando and the spiritual home of the LGBTQ community.

    On June 12th, 2016 Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, FL was the scene of the deadliest mass shooting in US history. The tragedy took 49 lives, and injured 53 others, and left a deep wound in both the Orlando community and around the world.

    The onePULSE Foundation is the official 501(c)(3) incorporated by the owners of Pulse Nightclub. Its mission is to provide financial assistance to the victims affected by the attack at Pulse Nightclub. Through the end of 2016, it will contribute 90% of funds raised to the National Compassion Fund, with the remainder contributing to the creation of a permanent memorial at the existing site of Pulse Nightclub, which will ultimately provide a sanctuary of hope dedicated to the lives affected and taken by the tragedy in Orlando, FL. on 06/12/2016.

    If you’d like to donate to onePulse please text ‘PULSE’ to 91999.

  • Katie Price speaks out on Jessie J’s ‘bisexual phase’ comment

    So last week Jessie J explained in an interview that her ‘bisexuality’ was just a phase, well Katie Price has waded in… As you do.

    So Jessie J is looking for a man. Straight up man. So forget the talk of being gay or bisexual. In an interview the Domino singer said:

    ‘For me, it was a phase. But I’m not saying bisexuality is a phase for everybody.

    ‘I feel that if I continue my career not speaking on it, I almost feel more of a liar than if I didn’t. I just want to be honest, and it’s really not a big deal. Who cares?’

    But Pricey has taken to her column in Now Magazine saying:

    ‘I don’t understand why Jessie needed to announce her feelings.

    ‘It really doesn’t matter what her preference is, as long as she’s happy in herself.’

    She then rather sneakly said:

    ‘I know someone who’s experimented and must be bisexual, but he won’t admit it.’

    Oooo errrr. Get in there Ms. Price.

  • JESSIE J: Switches On The Christmas Lights

    Singer Jessie J kicks off Christmas celebrations on Oxford Street, in London, by switching on the lights.

     

    Bestselling British artist Jessie J kick started the Christmas season by wowing shoppers with an explosive performance and admitting it has always been a dream to switch on the world famous Oxford Street lights.

    Jessie J says,

    ‘I always used to make my parents bring me to Oxford Street to see the Christmas lights so it’s an honour to actually be switching them on this year. I spend a lot of time shopping on Oxford Street and this year will be no different. The lights switch-on is a prestigious part of the festive season for Londoners and I’m proud to be a part of it.’

    Illuminating the world’s most iconic high street with a new £1.5 million light scheme, and lighting up the entire Selfridges building in spectacular style, Jessie J performed in front of thousands of excited shoppers and flicked the switch on the brand new Christmas lights display along the world’s most iconic high street.

     

    Christmas cheer really did start here, as thousands of shoppers watched high octane performances by Jessie J, supported by X Factor winner James Arthur and pop sensation Conor Maynard, at the globally renowned Oxford Street Christmas lights switch-on hosted by the world’s best department store, Selfridges.

    Remarkable circus theatrics made the event truly memorable, with eclectic performers Gifford’s Circus giving a real twist to the evening’s celebration. A breath-taking lights display lit up the iconic Selfridges building, celebrating its ‘Destination Christmas’ campaign.

     

  • The Voice Returns

    BBC One today announces that all four coaches – Sir Tom Jones, will.i.am, Jessie J and Danny O’Donoghue – will return to the second series of The Voice, to transmit in spring 2013.

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  • Stonewall Announces Hero And Bigot Nominees For 2012

    Stonewall announces hero and bigot nominees for 2012. Ben & Jerry’s founders and Jessie J among gay heroes. Bigots of the Year include Cardinal Keith O’Brien

    Updated: 24/09/12 4.00PM

    Stonewall today announces nominees for its annual Hero and Bigot of the Year Awards. The charity’s 7th Stonewall Awards take place at the V&A on 1 November, and celebrate people who have made a positive impact on the lives of Britain’s 3.7 million lesbian, gay and bisexual people.

    Seven of the awards are selected by an independent judging panel, but three – Hero, Community Group and Bigot of the Year – are voted on by Stonewall’s supporters.

    WE COULD BE HEROES..

    This year’s five Hero nominees include The Voice judge Jessie J, nominated as a role model for bisexual people. Ben & Jerry’s founders Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield earn a nomination for their company’s staunch support for gay equality. Former Manchester Pride Director Jackie Crozier is nominated for years of charitable work.

    Speaking to a spokesperson for Ben & Jerry’s they said:

    ‘We are udderly delighted we have been nominated for the Stonewall Hero of the Year Award for supporting a cause that’s at the core of our values’ said Ilaria Ida, Ben & Jerry’s European Social Mission Manager from the Barn in Datchet.

    ‘Since the company’s very beginning 34 years ago, Ben & Jerry’s has been an advocate for equal rights regardless of sexual orientation simply because it’s the right thing to do,

    ‘We will continue to campaign to raise awareness of the importance of marriage equality, and to encourage the UK government to follow through on its promise to legalise same-sex marriage’

    John Stewart – Chief Executive at Manchester Pride said:

    ‘Jackie worked hard over many years to establish Manchester Pride as the UK’s leading pride event and we are very proud that Jackie has been nominated, we wish her every success in the category.’

    Tim Franks – former CEO of Pace, who retired this September, said that he was ‘absolutely delighted’ and it was ‘lovely and great to be recognised’ however remained ‘realistic’ about going ‘up against Ice Cream.’

    Mr Franks had been working in the LGB&T sector for over 20 years said that this was his first time nominated for the Stonewall award.

    Bigot Nominations

    The five nominees for Bigot of the Year include Cardinal Keith O’Brien, who has led a vitriolic campaign against equality in Scotland. Uganda’s Ethics and Integrity Minister, Simon Lokodo, is also nominated for his role in the repression of his country’s 2.1 million gay people.

    Stonewall Deputy Chief Executive Laura Doughty said:

    ‘The Stonewall Awards are an opportunity to celebrate the often courageous individuals who have made a huge difference to millions of gay people at home, at school and at work. As ever, it’s humbling to see the selflessness with which so many people work for equality.’

    One of the nominees Alan Craig spoke exclusively to TheGayUK saying:

    ‘The Bigot of the Year Award is a vicious name-calling Stonewall annual event that reflects more on the donor than the recipient. By attempting to bully, intimidate, humiliate and generate hatred of individuals through the Award, Stonewall fully justifies the Gaystapo tag which I gave the organisation and for which I have been nominated.

    ‘Nonetheless if I win the Award over the other candidates and if Stonewall are big enough to invite me and allow me without harassment to make a proper acceptance speech, I plan to attend the glittering Awards dinner at the V&A on 1st November.’

    Tickets for the Stonewall Awards cost £155 plus VAT and are available online from www.stonewall.org.uk/awards.

  • Jessie J Confirms Voice Return

    Multi-platinium star Jessie J has confirmed by Twitter that she is to return to BBC 1’s The Voice as a coach for its second series.

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  • Olympic Stars Enter Charts After Closing Ceremony

    After a rousing night of music at the Closing Ceremony for the London 2012 Olympics many of the stars are enjoying placement in the UK’s iTunes chart.

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  • LGBT Stars And Allies Help Close The Olympics

    In a show to end all shows the London 2012 Olympics came to a triumphant conclusion yesterday at the Olympic Stadium in Stratford, London.

    The televised event was seen by an estimated 1 billion people across the globe and a crowd of over 80,000 in the stadium.

    In an extraordinary show of British talent the Closing Ceremony hosted some of the finest talents of the UK music and fashion scenes both past and present as the cast of thousands was joined by George Michael, The Spice Girls, Annie Lennox, Jessie J, Pet Shop Boys, and controversially Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss, causing an immediate Twitter backlash.

    The Daily Mail reported that Piers Morgan wrote on twitter: ‘I suspect Kate Moss might fail her drugs test later’, in reference to her alleged drug abuse and Jojo Mayes wrote: ‘Naomi Campbell: gold medal in phone throwing’, while Charles Arthur wrote: ‘Kate Moss! Who represents the Olympic ideals of not doing drugs, or smoking, and achieving lots. Work with me here.’

    Campbell and Moss weren’t the only stars to feel the wrath of the Twitter audience as thousands of users used the service to Tweet their frustrations of Emeli Sandé’s double appearance in the show.

    The show had moments of sheer joy, eccentricity and contemplativeness, in what turned out to be a show to rival that of the Opening Ceremony in July at the beginning of the Olympic games.

    George Michael wowed the audience with a two song set of arguably one of his greatest hits ‘Freedom’, and his forthcoming single ‘White Light.‘ He looked trim and healthy wearing an all black ensemble complete with trademark sunglasses and leather jacket.

    Annie Lennox a long time campaigner for LGBT rights sang in great voice for her moment in the spotlight. The singer sang her hit ‘Little Bird’ whilst surrounded by pirates and was brought on to the stage in a giant skeletal ship.

    However it was the reformation of The Spice Girls that really lifted proceedings, producing an incredible buzz on social networks across the globe. As five brightly lit London taxis parked centre stage, the crowd roared almost uncontrollably as Ginger, Scary, Sporty, Baby and Posh alighted to sing two of their biggest hits: ‘Wannabe’ and ‘Spice Up Your Life’. Their appearance at the show set a new record of 116,000 Tweets per minute on Twitter. Even London Mayor Boris Johnston couldn’t resist a boogie to the sounds of 90’s ‘Girl Power’.

    Jessie J was featured heavily in the proceedings having sung her own hit ‘Price Tag’ and then joining Brian May on the main-stage to sing the iconic ‘We Will Rock You’. A poignant moment in the show however was when the 80,000 strong crowd echoed Freddie Mercury in a video installment in the middle of the stage.

    The Pet Shop Boys also enjoyed their moment in the spotlight, appearing in orange chariots, singing ‘West End Girls’.

    The closing ceremonies brought an end to a record breaking games for Team GB having secured 29 Gold medals, 17 Silver and 19 Bronze to make a total of 65. Team GB came 3rd in the Olympic leader-board, with China in second place and the USA in poll position.

  • Jessie J Jets Off To Ibiza

    Jessie J is currently en-route to Ibiza for her two shows at Ibiza’s Eden and Mallorca’s BCM tomorrow night!

    She tweeted this morning from a cab on her way to the airport saying:

    “Just got the all clear from the doctor. Let the summer fun continue :D”

    Jessie is extremely excited to be heading over to the Balearics for these special intimate shows and can’t wait to share the same stage as all of her friends that have played already.

    “Ibiza and Mallorca Live is my first ever show in the Balearics, it’s going to be BIG!

    Tinie, Rizzle Kicks & Tulisa have already played the festival, I can’t wait to get on the stage and party!”

    So make sure you get down to Ibiza’s Eden and Mallorca’s BCM tomorrow night to experience the live spectacle that is Jessie J, you really won’t want to miss out on this one!

    JESSIE J ALONG WITH SOME OF THE OTHER MASSIVE ACTS THAT WILL PERFORMING AT IBIZA & MALLORCA LIVE