The Wrap Up shares the week of storylines, viral moments, and conversation for the week! This week is hosted by Mike Medium.
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Celebrities Endorse Kamala Harris
Kamala Harris has officially become a presidential nominee. George Clooney urged Joe Biden to withdraw from the race against Donald Trump and support Harris instead. After Biden endorsed Harris, Hollywood stars like Robert De Niro and Jamie Lee Curtis quickly voiced their support. Curtis praised Harris on Instagram for her advocacy for women’s rights and people of color. Cardi B also expressed her enthusiasm on X, highlighting her previous support for Harris as Biden’s replacement.
Celebrities Speak Out for Sonya Massey
Celebrities are demanding justice for Sonya Massey, who was tragically shot by deputies after calling 911 to report a prowler at her Springfield, Illinois home. Massey, 36, was senselessly gunned down by Deputy Sean Grayson, who then lied about the incident. The shocking bodycam footage shows Massey asking officers not to hurt her before being shot. Celebrities like Cardi B and Solange have condemned Grayson’s actions and highlighted the vulnerability of Black women. The disturbing video has sparked national outrage and calls for accountability.
NBA Signs Deal with Amazon & Disney
The NBA has signed an 11-year media rights deal with Disney, NBC, and Amazon Prime Video, rejecting Warner Bros. Discovery’s offer. The new deals will bring the league about $76 billion over the next 11 years. This means the 2024-25 season will be the last for TNT after nearly four decades. ESPN and ABC will retain the league’s top package, including the NBA Finals, which ABC has broadcast since 2003. Amazon Prime Video will feature games on Friday nights, select Saturday afternoons, and Thursday night doubleheaders.
Drake’s Video Game
Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s fanbases are at odds, with OVO fans releasing a new video game inspired by “Family Matters.” The game’s objective is to shoot Grammy awards into Kendrick Lamar’s mouth, reflecting Drake’s lyric about handing Kendrick a Grammy. As players progress, the game becomes more challenging with Kendrick’s head moving side to side. The game’s credits mock the “Not Like Us” game and take a jab at allegations of Kendrick’s bots boosting his streaming numbers. Reactions to the game have been divided, reflecting the ongoing rivalry between Drake and Kendrick’s fans.