Tyler, The Creator Surprise-Releases New Album 'Don't Tap the Glass'

Tyler, The Creator surprise-released his ninth studio album, Don't Tap the Glass, on Monday. This 10-track album had been teased over the past week through his social media and a mysterious public stunt in New York City. Fans at his concert at Barclays Center in Brooklyn saw a figure resembling Tyler locked inside a box labeled "Don't Tap the Glass," which built up excitement without giving away any details.

In an Instagram post, Tyler called the album "MADE FOR MOVEMENT" and urged fans to play it at "FULL VOLUME." This suggests an energetic and immersive listening experience, aligning with his usual playful yet impactful style. This surprise drop fits a trend of unconventional releases that keep his fans keen and engaged.

Anne Hathaway Returns as Andy Sachs in First-Look 'Devil Wears Prada 2' Photo

Anne Hathaway is officially back as Andy Sachs! The Oscar-winning actress and 20th Century Studios have shared a first-look photo on social media, confirming her return for the much-anticipated sequel, The Devil Wears Prada 2. Hathaway posted an image of her character with the caption "Andy Sachs 2025," revealing that filming is underway.

While details about the plot are still under wraps, the original film featured Hathaway's character as an aspiring journalist who worked as the assistant to the fierce Miranda Priestly (played by Meryl Streep) before deciding to leave for a newspaper in New York City. Joining Hathaway are original co-stars Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, along with director David Frankel and screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna. New faces in the cast include Kenneth Branagh as Miranda's husband, plus Lucy Liu, Justin Theroux, B.J. Novak, and Pauline Chalamet in undisclosed roles. The film is scheduled to hit theaters on May 1, 2026.

ICYMI:

• Late night TV hosts Jimmy Fallon, John Oliver, Seth Meyers, and Jon Stewart all appeared on Stephen Colbert’s show on Monday night to express solidarity after CBS cancelled it.

• Mariah Carey has announced her new album, Here For It All. Set for release on September 26th, it will feature 11 songs and includes “Type Dangerous” and her upcoming single, “Sugar Sweet.”

Doja Cat Completes 'Vie'

Doja Cat has announced her new album, Vie, is complete, marking a departure from her previous work, Scarlet. In a post on X, she hinted at a shift in tone and style, with the album reflecting a more introspective phase. Teased tracks like "Lipstain" and "Jealous Type" suggest a personal narrative. Doja emphasized that she created Vie for artistic fulfillment, not commercial success, stating, "I’m not trying to make a hit."

Her vocal performance has evolved as she feels more confident after years of training, which is expected to enhance the album's complexity and production. While there’s no release date yet, the rollout has begun with intriguing clues for fans. Vie aims to be unexpected and artistically bold, contrasting with the edgy pop of Scarlet.

POP FACT: On this day in 2011, Amy Winehouse passed away.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Beloved 'Cosby Show' Actor, Dies at 54

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for portraying Theodore "Theo" Huxtable on "The Cosby Show," has sadly passed away at the age of 54 due to an accidental drowning while vacationing in Costa Rica. Reports indicate he was caught in a strong current while swimming near Cocles and ultimately died from asphyxia. 

Warner was a significant presence in 1980s television and was nominated for an Emmy for his role on "The Cosby Show," where he played Cliff Huxtable's son. After the show, he continued acting in various sitcoms like "Malcolm & Eddie" and "Reed Between the Lines," as well as in dramas such as "Sons of Anarchy" and "The Resident." Most recently, he co-hosted a podcast called "Not All Hood," where he discussed topics like Black masculinity, mental health, and media representation.

ICYMI:

• ‘Ordinary’ by Alex Warren has officially spent 7 weeks at the top of Billboard’s Hot 100. ‘Daisies’ by Justin Bieber is the only new entry this week, at number two. 16 tracks from Bieber’s new album, SWAG, are on the chart.

• A Taylor Swift documentary series is in the works at Channel 4. The network is set to explore the “global phenomenon” of the world’s highest-grossing performer in a two-part series.

• Posters promoting Chappell Roan’s upcoming single, ‘The Subway,’ have been spotted in New York City. 

• Rolling Stone has reported that Demi Lovato is in the final stages of her new album, which will be dance-pop. It will reportedly be released later this year. 

• Ariana Grande has extended her record as the female artist with the most songs surpassing 1 billion streams on Spotify, with 21 songs. 

— Katie Macbeth

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