January 2025 is off to an exhilarating start for fans of the celebrity world as several renowned figures make headlines, showcasing personal milestones, new projects, and humorous moments. The buzz around Ashanti and Nelly just keeps building, Cher Lloyd returns to the spotlight with new music, and Ariana Grande impresses and entertains at the Palm Springs International Film Festival.
First up, the iconic duo of Ashanti and Nelly seems to be on the cusp of exciting news. Their relationship has been celebrated for its enduring love story, and their family recently welcomed its first child together—a son named Kareem Kenkaide Hayes. Following their New Year's Eve performance, speculation sparked among fans about the possibility of another child joining the family. This speculation was born out of Ashanti’s playful responses and Nelly's quizzical remarks during the event. Nelly teased, "Hey! What are you doing? What isthat?" to which Ashanti, nonchalantly placing her hand on her belly, replied, "It’s water!" This playful interaction led fans to fill social media with comments hinting at baby number two. It's these little moments of joy and anticipation from the couple that's got everyone talking!
Meanwhile, another familiar face is making waves: Cher Lloyd, the former X Factor contestant, is back with her new single titled 'Head Down,' slated to take flight on January 17th. After more than a decade without solo releases, Cher is revved up to deliver fresh music to her fans. She excitedly announced, "My heart is pounding. It’s been a long time since I’ve had this feeling. I couldn’t bear to tease any longer, it’s finally happening!" Her announcement has created ripples of excitement among her fan base, eagerly awaiting the new track. Fans can already pre-save and pre-add this much-anticipated release, marking Cher’s return to the music scene.
And what’s more? Ariana Grande has stolen the spotlight again with her witty remarks at the 2025 Palm Springs International Film Festival. This event was particularly special as she accepted the Rising Star Award for her role as “Glinda” in the blockbuster film 'Wicked.' With her trademark humor, she quipped, “I’ve been performing since I was a child, so I never thought at the age of 31 I would be hearing the words ‘rising star’ again.” Ariana’s playful take on the award highlights her extensive experience and enduring presence within the industry. She astonished the audience by thanking her “friends—Botox and Juvederm”—which elicited laughter and applause.
Backstage, Ariana addressed her experience with cosmetic enhancements more seriously, emphasizing her transparency as she shared, "I really want to be transparent as the founder of R.E.M. Beauty I think it’s important to have transparency." Pressured by her ever-changing appearance, she openly discussed her four years of being 'clean' from treatments, reflecting on her personal evolution. This moment of candor, amid the glitz and glamour of awards, shows her commitment to authenticity.
Further adding to her accolades, Ariana is also up for the Best Supporting Actress at the upcoming Golden Globe Awards, reflecting her impressive range as both actress and singer. This has set the stage for even greater anticipation surrounding her career as she combines humor with serious accolades.
With these stories—Ashanti and Nelly potentially adding to their family, Cher Lloyd making her highly-anticipated musical return, and Ariana Grande continuing to charm audiences both on and off the stage—the first weeks of 2025 shine brightly for fans of celebrity news. These stars provide moments of joy, laughter, and creative triumphs, taking the world along for the ride.