Trump wins 2024 US Election, Beyoncé Releases 'BODYGUARD' Visuals and More

Donald Trump Elected as 47th US President

Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th president of the United States, marking a remarkable comeback for the former president. This election follows a contentious four years during which he contested the outcome of the previous election, faced legal challenges including felony convictions, and was implicated in a violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Additionally, he has survived two assassination attempts.

In a speech, Trump told his supporters: "We're going to help our country heal. We have a country that needs help, and it needs help very badly. We're going to fix our borders. We're going to fix everything about our country and we've made history for a reason tonight."

Celebrities across the States have been reacting to the outcome, Cardi B mentioned on Instagram Live that she was “sick of Trump”, with Billie Eilish posting on her stories that the result is a “war on women”.

Beyoncé Releases “BODYGUARD” Visuals For Election Day. 

Beyoncé's official music video for BODYGUARD takes us on a nostalgic trip to the sun-kissed shores of the 1990s. Titled "Beywatch," the video is a playful homage to Pamela Anderson's iconic Baywatch character, C.J. Parker.

Drenched in vintage charm, the video sees Queen Bey sporting a classic blonde wig and the unmistakable red swimsuit. As she struts along the beach, she exudes an effortless confidence that's pure Baywatch. The nostalgic visuals are further enhanced by a retro color palette and a soundtrack that evokes the era's carefree spirit.

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But the video isn't just about nostalgia. It also carries a powerful message. In a surprising twist, Beyoncé fires a bang flag gun, sending a bold message across the screen: "VOTE!" It's a reminder that even amidst fun and frivolity, civic duty is paramount.

The video concludes with a playful "happy Beylloween" greeting and another urgent plea to "vote." It's a clever blend of pop culture reference, political activism, and pure entertainment.

Lady Gaga Energizes Kamala Harris' Rally in Philadelphia

As the anticipation swirled among Lady Gaga's fans at Kamala Harris’ final rally in Philadelphia on Monday night, many were eager to discover which song the pop icon would select to set the tone for the momentous evening. In a dazzling twist, Gaga chose an even more monumental classic than her own hit “Edge of Glory” — the emotional and patriotic ballad “God Bless America,” written by Irving Berlin, which resonated deeply with the crowd as a prelude to Harris’ empowering speech.

Sitting gracefully at the piano, Gaga introduced the song with heartfelt sentiment, reflecting on a time in America when women were often silenced. “For more than half of this country’s life, women didn’t have a voice,” she declared, her voice filled with passion. She continued, reminiscing about the tireless efforts of women throughout history: “We raised children. We held our families together. We supported men as they made the decisions.” Amid the charged atmosphere, she emphasized the pivotal moment at hand: “But tomorrow, women will be a part of making this decision.”

With her poignant words, Gaga acknowledged the strength and resilience of the women who paved the way for the present. “Today I am holding in my heart all the tough, tenacious women who made me who I am,” she said, a tribute that resonated with many in the audience. “I cast my vote for someone who will be a president for all Americans. And now, Pennsylvania, it’s your turn.” Her call to action thundered through the venue: “The country is depending on you. So tomorrow, make sure all your voices are heard. Come on, let’s go!”

After the electrifying climax of Harris’ speech, Gaga returned for the midnight moment as the clock struck 12, ready to perform her signature anthem “Edge of Glory.” With that, the night transformed into a celebration of hope, unity, and the promise of future change as election day officially commenced.

ICYMI:

• Legendary music producer Quincy Jones has died at the age of 91. The producer is best known for his work on Michael Jackson’s releases.

• ‘we can’t be friends (wait for your love)’ by Ariana Grande has reached 1 billion streams on Spotify, becoming her 18th track to achieve the milestone - the most for any Female artist.

• Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ ‘Die With A Smile’ has returned to #1 on Global Spotify with 10.38 million streams, spending a total of 58 days at the top spot.

• Camila Cabello has revealed that Beyoncé told her she loves ‘C,XOXO’ at Michael Rubin’s party.

• Troye Sivan has revealed that the SWEAT Tour will most likely not go international because of scheduling conflicts.

— Katie Macbeth

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