FIFA Club World Cup to host 1st-ever halftime show with Doja Cat, Tems and J Balvin
The world’s best clubs, including South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns, will go head-to-head for the ultimate trophy.
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REMA gifts a Birkin bag to a fan
Nigerian singer REMA made his recent concert extra memorable for one fan.
After calling the fan on stage, he gifted her with a Hermès Birkin bag.
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“Do you know how much a Birkin costs?... You’re going to have to spend something towards R190,000… that’s for entry level!”
– Zweli Mbhele
Rema gifts a Birkin bag to a loyal fan in the crowd during his tour stop in the UK. pic.twitter.com/RPwrt6GqPD
— Pop Base (@PopBase) June 9, 2025
Singer RAYE shouts out to sister 'Absolutely'
It is clear that UK singer-songwriter RAYE comes from a family filled with talent.
She took to social media to congratulate her sister, Absolutely, a young and emerging artist, after her recent live performance.
RAYE shows love to her sister, Absolutely, who is currently touring with BANKS. pic.twitter.com/vG4FVVwuTO
— Pop Base (@PopBase) June 9, 2025
FIFA Club World Cup announces half-time show
The highly anticipated FIFA Club World Cup kicks off in the US this week.
The world’s best clubs, including South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns, will go head-to-head for the ultimate trophy.
The tournament reveals it will have a Super Bowl-esque half-time show featuring Doja Cat, Tems and J Balvin during the final on 13 July.
“…[it’s] the very first half-time show at the FIFA Club World Cup.”
– Zweli Mbhele
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