A consummate showman, he was known for playing guitars rigged with pyrotechnic effects and for his distinctive stage persona.

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The singer, songwriter and producer’s 2000 album was the result of years in the studio listening to inspiring music, jamming and rediscovering his artistic purpose.

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Her ex-husband says in his book that since the pop star’s conservatorship ended, “It’s become impossible to pretend everything’s OK.”

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My song went viral on TikTok, and then I was touring the world.

The Democrats need to understand that woke can be good business.

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Once you’re a showgirl, you’ll never be anyone’s girl next door again.