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It’s that time of year again to shop up to 60% off during Nordstrom’s beloved Half-Year sale.

This time around, the brand’s biannual sale features a slew of celeb-loved products from top brands including UGG, AllSaints, Marc Jacobs, On Running, La Mer, Adidas and more. While Christmas might be over, you can still shop to treat yourself to something new. Maybe you have a New Year’s party that you’re not sure what to wear to.

Maybe you have ambitious New Year’s resolutions? Or are you more of the chill type, looking to lounge as the ball drops? Whatever scenario you might be shopping for, either for yourself or others, Nordstrom’s Half-Year sale has got everything you might need to kick off 2026 right. Below, we’ve compiled a few of our favorite items from the sale, including sneakers, PJs, LED face masks, skincare and even luggage, all marked down up to 60% off. 

Fashion

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PJ Salvage Holiday Softee Pajamas

$49 $98 50% off

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A PJ set in gray with bow accents.


From Jennifer Lopez to Hailey Bieber, every celeb has been sporting bows. The trending piece coincides with the balletcore trend that began to pick up steam in 2024 and has since practically taken over, seen on everything from notebooks to planners and now, pajamas. If you want to stay on trend and save yourself a few bucks, this PJ Salvage set, now currently 50% off, is for you.

The style is super soft and stretchy, awesome for catching zzz’s, and is equipped with pink bow detailing that harkens back to the balletcore trend. With the long sleeves and matching long bottoms, these PJs are nice and warm, even on the coldest nights. You’ll want to shop quickly since there are only a few sizes left.

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The Noli Shop Kaia Pearl High Rise Jean

$128 $198 35% off

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High-rise denim with pearl detailing.


Getting ready for a New Year’s party? Why not take a page out of Taylor Swift, Demi Lovato or Dolly Parton’s style book? Each musician has sported sparkling denim, much like this The Noli style, at one point or another — whether on stage or off. Denim like this style upgrades an otherwise basic silhouette, taking denim from an everyday staple to party-ready with help from a few sparkles and pearls. Right now, the Kaia silhouette is 35% off at Nordstrom and comes in sizes 24 to 33.

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All in Favor Strapless Sequin Minidress

$35.75 $65 45% off

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A strapless red sequin dress with bow detailing.


Speaking of sparkles, this All in Favor Strapless Sequin Minidress is another sure-fire way to turn heads at a New Year’s event. It also doubles as a superb formal number for work events or a special date night. This maximalist pick retails for $35.75, 45% off the OG price, and comes in a strapless mini style made of a high-shine red sequin fabric. The back of the dress is equipped with a bow, a detail we’ve mentioned being super popular with the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Hailey Bieber, among others.

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AllSaints Distortion OTH Hooded Pullover

$143.40 $239 40% off

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A gray longsleeve in a slouchy style.


From Charli xcx to Jisoo to Kelly Clarkson, a bunch of musicians have been seen in digs from AllSaints. Right now, men can channel the swagger of the artists mentioned above by shopping this AllSaints hoodie, a cozy pick, on sale for $143.40. The designer style is dark gray and comes in an oversized style that makes layering under jean jackets or over tees a stylish and easy choice. AllSaints graphics can be seen throughout the piece in squiggly font, a street style-inspired graphic that immediately draws the eye.

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Nordstrom Plaid Flannel Pajamas

$51.35 $79 35% off

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A flannel pajama set.


Waiting to watch the ball drop at home? If you’re ringing in 2026 cozied up, these plaid PJs from Nordstrom might be the best attire to do so. The men’s style is currently 35% off and comes in red and blue plaid in sizes medium to XL. If the red and blue colorway isn’t your thing, Nordstrom also has an alternate green style with even more sizes. Flannel PJs are extremely festive and very thick, keeping the cold at bay while you celebrate the new year on the couch.

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Hollywood Sensations Dome Huggie Teardrop Earrings

Chunky silver hoop earrings.


Dua Lipa, Rihanna and Hailey Bieber have all been known to sport stylish chunky silver hoops, much like these from Hollywood Sensations. This style is currently 26% off and features a modern sculptural teardrop shape. If silver isn’t your thing, there’s also a gold option in the same style. These chunky hoops would make an excellent addition to any New Year’s look, or a late Christmas gift for a friend if you still haven’t bought one.

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Marc Jacobs The Snapshot Pochette Bag

$117 $195 40% off

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A colorful Marc Jacobs shoulder bag.


Marc Jacobs’ Snapshot Pochette Bag is a beloved one. It’s a dual style that can be worn over the shoulder or crossbody, depending on your mood. This colorful pick is currently 40% off at Nordstrom, which is just $117, an affordable price to pay for a designer bag. Square, colorful and full of personality, the Pochette bag is a surefire conversation starter, especially for New Year’s or any special event you might have. If you’re more of the maximalist type, this bag could be an everyday item, too.

Beauty

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Fresh Firm Foundations Set $73 Value

$29 $51 43% off

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A set of skincare from Fresh.


K-pop star Joy from Red Velvet is a Fresh global brand ambassador and, as such, she’s been known to use the brand’s products from time to time. The brand’s skincare products are innovative and science-backed, giving users a spa-like experience in their own homes. Right now, you can get two of Fresh’s best-selling products, the Soy Face Cleanser and Black Tea Advanced Age Renewal Cream, all for $29. That’s a $73 value, with products that work for all skin types to cleanse, hydrate and firm.

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PURSONIC LED Light Therapy Face Mask

$69.99 $169.99 59% off

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An LED face mask.


Looking for a spa treatment at home? The Kardashians, namely Kourtney and Kim, have used red light therapy in the past, treating themselves and their skin to a rejuvenating experience without all the spa pricing. Red light masks, like this one from PURSONIC, use low-level red and near-infrared light to penetrate skin and stimulate mitochondria, boosting cellular energy, or ATP. The result? Faster healing, collagen production and reduced blemishes and inflammation. This LED mask is currently 59% off at Nordstrom, a steal when considering most masks of the same caliber can run you up to $200.

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La Mer The Holiday Essentials Skincare Gift Set

$464 $580 20% off

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A La Mer gift set with three products.


La Mer is just one of those luxe brands that no one can afford unless you’re a celeb. Speaking of, stars like Jennifer Lopez, Kim Kardashian, Selena Gomez, Beyoncé and Ariana Grande have all used the brand in the past, specifically its best-seller Creme de La Mer. If you want to get luxury skincare your fave musicians use, without maxing out your credit card, this three-piece La Mer set might be for you. You’ll be getting three products for $464 — roughly $154.66 per product. The three-piece holiday essentials box includes La Mer’s The Essence Foaming Cleanser, The Eye Concentrate and the ever-popular Creme de La Mer.

Footwear

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Circus NY Billie Knee High Boot

$75.90 $189.95 60% off

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Black block heel boots.


You can’t beat black boots. They’re a wardrobe staple for a reason, seen on the likes of Victoria Beckham, Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber, Taylor Swift and more at personal outings and industry events. The versatile silhouette is currently on sale for $75.90 at Nordstrom from Circus NY, a brand worn by Ariana Grande, Doja Cat, Lana Del Rey and Chappell Roan in the past. These booties are knee-high and come equipped with height-boosting block heels standing at around 3 inches, giving way to square toes and sleek faux-leather uppers.

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Adidas Tokyo Low Top Sneaker

$53.99 $90 40% off

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Adidas metallic low-top sneakers.


Kendall Jenner has been spotted in Adidas’ Tokyo silhouette in the past while running errands. The shoe is an everyday item with a stylish low-top flair and non-slip outsoles. The Adidas silhouette is currently on sale at Nordstrom for $53.99 and comes in a slew of colorways, although the metallic style is our personal favorite.

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UGG Men’s Tasman II Shearling Lined Slipper

$82.50 $124.95 34% off

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UGG shearling slippers.


UGG’s Tasman II is another best-selling silhouette, seen on the likes of Selena Gomez, Olivia Rodrigo and Hailey Bieber. The men’s slip-on style is currently 34% off and features all the components of an amazing everyday shoe, from warm shearling lining to stylish red and white trim. The style is so versatile that it can be worn in the house for a chill movie night or out on the town while running errands.

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On Running Men’s Cloud 6 Sneaker

$119.99 $160 25% off

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Men’s On Running sneakers.


On Running has a bunch of athletic sneakers available at Nordstrom, up to 25% off. This is a great chance for those looking to get new athletic gear before hitting the gym in 2026. These On Running Cloud 6 sneakers are an easy buy, especially considering the shoe marries both form and function. It’s a fashionable pick for everyday, but supports the wearer’s foot while jogging or lifting weights thanks to that cushy outsole. If all that didn’t sell you, celebrities like Zendaya have worn the shoe in the past.

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Birdfy Solar-Powered Smart Bird Feeder with Camera

$119.99 $179.99 33% off

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A smart bird feeder with a camera.


This Birdfy Solar-Powered Smart Bird Feeder is a best-seller for the brand. It’s currently 33% off at Nordstrom. Unlike ordinary bird feeders, this one is powered by AI and comes with a 1080P HD camera and a smartphone app that allows you to watch birds from your phone in real time. With the AI feature, the app will identify 6,000 bird species and send the information directly to your phone. The feeder is also solar powered, so it shouldn’t die out on you while you watch. This makes an excellent gift for homebodies looking to get into nature.

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Le Creuset Signature 8-Quart Oval Enamel Cast Iron French/Dutch Oven

$299.99 $475 37% off

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A Le Creuset eight quart pot.


Le Creuset is extremely popular amongst home cooks and celebrities alike. Adele, Taylor Swift and even Snoop Dogg have used the cookware brand in the past, cooking up meals galore in the brand’s durable pots and pans. If you’re looking to get into baking in 2026, Le Creuset’s eight-quart dutch oven is currently 37% off at Nordstrom, a steal considering the pot usually goes for $475 and up, depending on the color. From crafting stews and dips to slow-roasting meat, this pot can really do it all.

Misc.

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Lovery Scented Candle 6-Piece Gift Set

$39.74 $52.99 25% off

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A six-piece candle set.


You can never have too many candles. At least, that’s what the ShopBillboard team thinks. Right now, you can get six full-size scented candles from Lovery all for $39.74. The sets include grapefruit, lavender, eucalyptus and spearmint, vanilla, gardenia, amber and sandalwood. Whether you’re gifting this to yourself or a friend, this set is sure to start your 2026 off stress-free.

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Bugatti Brussels 3 Piece Hardside Luggage Set

$219.99 $1,160 81% off

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A three-piece luggage set.


Planning a vacation in 2026? You’ve got your destination and hotel booked, but have you got your luggage situation squared away? Why not try out the Bugatti Brussels 3 Piece Hardside Luggage Set? The three-piece is currently a whopping 81% off at Nordstrom and comes in three different sizes, including a carry-on and a larger option for those of us who pack a lot. You’re paying $219.99 for three pieces of luggage. That’s a $1,160 value.

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Peanuts Snoopy Pave 3D Bling Keychain

$36 $60 40% off

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A Snoopy bag charm.


Bag charms were all the rage in 2025, thanks in part to BLACKPINK’s Lisa, and they’re bound to be even more popular in 2026. If you haven’t already gotten in on the trend, why not try it out with this Peanuts Snoopy keychain? The bedazzled style retails for $36 now and features a cute bedazzled Snoopy motif attached to a keychain that you can attach to any bag or your keys for a touch of bling.

ADOR has shared an update on the status of NewJeans‘ lineup amid the HYBE subsidiary’s ongoing legal issues with the girl group.

On Monday (Dec. 29), ADOR announced via a statement on X that Danielle — one of the K-pop quintet’s original members — will not be returning to NewJeans in light of the label’s court win earlier this year. “Having determined that it would be difficult for her to continue as a NewJeans member and ADOR artist, the company notified her today of the termination of her exclusive contract,” the Korean-language statement reads, according to the site’s English translation.

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“Additionally, the company intends to pursue legal accountability against one member of Danielle’s family and former [ADOR] CEO Min Hee-jin, who bear significant responsibility for causing this dispute and for the delays in NewJeans’ departure and return,” it continues.

The update comes more than a month after it was first announced that Haerin and Hyein had decided to continue working with ADOR following “thoughtful consideration with their respective families.” As for the other two members, ADOR added in its statement Monday that Hanni has now also agreed to continue with the group, while Minji is still in “ongoing conversations” about her future with the company.

“Hanni visited Korea with her family and held in-depth, extended conversations with ADOR,” the statement notes. “During this process, they reflected on past events and took time to objectively review the situation. At the conclusion of these sincere discussions, Hanni decided to stay with ADOR, respecting the court’s ruling.”

Billboard has reached out to ADOR for more information.

Tensions between ADOR and its star clients have been ongoing since 2024, when the members of NewJeans announced plans to sever ties with the company and release music independently. At the time, the five women alleged that ADOR had breached its contract with the group by firing former CEO Min, who’d been NewJeans’ mentor.

However, after a lengthy court battle, a judge sided with ADOR’s stance that Min’s termination was not sufficient grounds for the K-pop stars to void their seven-year exclusive contract with the company. “We sincerely hope that today’s judgment, which comes after long-term verification of various claims and facts and reaffirms prior rulings, will serve as an opportunity for the artists to calmly reflect on this matter,” ADOR said in a statement about the win in October.

At the time, ADOR also promised fans that it had finished preparations for another NewJeans studio album to drop following the resolution of the legal dispute — but according to the label’s latest statement, the main objective now is to “fully resolve” any lingering “misunderstandings” between the band’s members and the public, which ADOR warns could “take some time.”

“Through these conversations, ADOR came to understand that the members had been exposed to persistently distorted and biased information over a long period, leading to significant misunderstandings about the company and ultimately escalating into this dispute,” the message reads. “[The members] have agreed to address the various controversies that arose during the dispute at a later opportunity, and discussions on the timing and method are currently underway.”

NewJeans first debuted in 2022. The following year, the group found global fame with the success of the NewJeans 2nd EP ‘Get Up,’ which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.

In 2025, amid the quintet’s spat with ADOR, it began independently releasing music and performing under the name “NJZ.” The members were swiftly ordered to stop doing so, however, after ADOR filed a preliminary injunction. This past June, they were each fined $734,000 for “unauthorized activities.”

See ADOR’s statement below.


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2026 is almost here and Nike is having an end of the year sale on fan-favorite sneakers, sports apparel, and accessories. If you’re looking to upgrade your wardrobe and conquer your fitness resolutions in style, Team Check is currently running a rare 50% off sale bursting with impressive markdowns for shoppers to save big entering into the new year.

Shop classic Nike Cortez shoes, Caitlin Clark logo tees, Nike Tech apparel, awesome tote bags, and the popular Air Jordan 1 mid sneaker. Shoppers can save up to 50 percent on a wide range of Nike products on the brand’s site. To give you hand, we’ve rounded up the best Nike deals to snag before the sale is over.

Best Nike Sneakers Deals

Looking for new sneakers for the new year? There are plenty of Nike and Jordan favorites receiving price cuts going into 2026. Shop fan-favorite sneakers up to 47% off almost.

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Nike Cortez Leather

$66.97 $95 30% off

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Air Jordan 1 Mid Sneakers

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Nike Shox TL Sneakers

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Nike Dunk Low Retro Men’s Shoes

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Nike ReactX Rejuven8 Slides

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Best Nike Clothing Deals

If you have been eyeing Nike’s popular tech fleece apparel, its currently 46% off. There’s also great shorts, sweatshirts and even basketball apparel on sale. Shop our favorite pieces to add to your wardrobe below.

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Nike Swoosh Dri-FIT French Terry Pullover Fitness Hoodie

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Nike Tech Dri-FIT Woven Color-Block Oversized Pants

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Nike Club Fleece Loose Crew

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Caitlin Clark Logo Nike T-Shirt

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Accessories

Complete your outfit with these stylish accessories. Upgrade your sunglasses, tote bag, hats and even a phone case for a discounted price up to 38% off. There’s no better time to add some fun accessories to your spring and summer look.

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Jordan Fly Warm Therma-FIT Football Hood

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Nike Cool Down Road Tint Sunglasses

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Nike Sportswear RPM Tote

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Between high-profile collaborations, long-awaited retro returns, and thoughtful reinterpretations of classic silhouettes, 2025 has been an outstanding year for sneakers, as the culture felt both reflective and forward-moving. Some of the most legendary shoes in history made returns this year: the Air Jordan 1 High ’85 “Bred” came back in true OG form, the Undefeated x Air Jordan 4 finally reentered the conversation after only 72 pairs released back in 2005. Nike brought back one of its most iconic releases with the Air Foamposite One “Galaxy.” We also saw the return of the coveted “big bubble” on the Nike Air Max 95, as nostalgia reigned supreme in 2025.

The year also marked a refreshing change for sneaker enthusiasts, though. For once, many highly anticipated releases didn’t immediately sell out. In 2025, you didn’t have to wake up at 10 a.m. ET and sit in an online queue just to miss out. In many cases, you could log on an hour later and still secure a pair, a rare but welcome moment of accessibility in modern sneaker culture. Currently, you can even buy Jordan 1’s, Jordan 3’s, and Jordan 4’s below retail, whether from retail stores or resale platforms.

At the same time, new collaborations and sneaker models drove massive attention and sales. Following the continued success of the adidas AE1 over the past three years, basketball sneakers officially made their return as everyday lifestyle footwear. Bold designs and athletes becoming more culturally relevant than ever played a major role in that shift. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Converse Shai 001 is a perfect example, and one of my personal favorite sneakers of 2025.

Sneakers and music have long shared a symbiotic relationship dating back to the earliest days of hip-hop and R&B. Artists have consistently used footwear as a canvas for self-expression, blending personal identity with cultural influence. In 2025, that connection reached a new level. Collaborations dominated many of the year’s best releases, with musicians taking a leading role in designing and promoting sneakers, further blurring the line between sound, style, and storytelling.

I couldn’t write this list without showing major love to Wale. While the DMV emcee still doesn’t have his own signature sneaker in 2025, his influence remains undeniable. Wale inspired and helped design a special-edition colorway of Nike’s latest basketball model, the G.T. Future. Hundreds of fans showed up for the exclusive Dec. 13 release Wale’s “Ice” colorway which serves as a testament to his status as a lifelong sneakerhead and one of Nike’s most authentic cultural ambassadors.

One of the year’s most memorable collaborations came from BMX rider Nigel Sylvester and Jordan Brand. His “Brick by Brick” Air Jordan 4 stood out not just for its design, but for its storytelling and marketing. As someone who appreciates attention to detail and narrative-driven products, this release felt like one of the strongest sneaker campaigns we’ve seen in quite some time.

Another standout was the Awake NY x Air Jordan 5 “Arctic Pink.” Awake NY reworked the upper of the Jordan 5, incorporated its branding thoughtfully, and paired the shoe with a community-focused rollout that included a block party, deli activation and even a giant slide. It was a true community sneaker and while it was unfortunate that many locals couldn’t get a pair, releases like this don’t come around often.

At the end of the day, retro footwear is still king, but 2025 delivered an overwhelming number of impressive sneakers across categories. With the year nearing its end, Billboard is ranking the 10 hottest musician sneaker collabs of 2025 for the second year in a row — highlighting the releases that defined the intersection of music, culture, and footwear this year.

HUNTR/X slays/sleighs all competition on Billboard’s all-format Radio Songs chart (dated Jan. 3, 2026), as “Golden” rises a spot to No. 1. The smash drew 58.3 million in airplay audience, up 2% week-over-week, Dec. 19-25, according to Luminate, with stations monitored by Mediabase.

Notably, the song is the first associated with K-pop (Korean pop) to rule the ranking. Previously for the genre, ROSÉ and Bruno Mars’ “APT.” held the mark (No. 4 peak in February).

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“Golden” previously led the Pop Airplay chart for three weeks beginning in November. It has totaled eight weeks at No. 1 on the multimetric Billboard Hot 100, from mid-August through mid-October; 18 weeks atop the Billboard Global 200; and a record-tying 19 weeks in charge of the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart.

The anthem is by the singing trio of EJAE, Audrey Nuna and REI AMI, in the roles of heroines Rumi, Mira and Zoey from Netflix’s record-hauling animated film KPop Demon Hunters. The movie’s soundtrack, on Visva/Republic, has crowned the Billboard 200 for two weeks and spent its first 27 weeks and counting in the top 10.

“‘Golden’ has truly become a defining pop moment, an instant lean-in, turn-it-up track,” Alex Tear, vp of music programming for SiriusXM and Pandora, told Billboard upon its Pop Airplay coronation.

Thanks to the movie’s wide reach, Tear added of “Golden,” “There’s that immediate familiarity and big emotion that just hits.”

“Up, up, up,” REI AMI marveled when “Golden” hit No. 1 on the Hot 100.

The track holds off a festive flurry of holiday hits on Radio Songs, as Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” surges to a new No. 6 best and two fellow Yuletide classics reach the top 10 for the first time: José Feliciano’s “Feliz Navidad” (22-8) and Brenda Lee’s “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” (26-9).

All charts dated Jan. 3 will update tomorrow, Dec. 30, on Billboard.com.

Cardi B is just trying to enjoy her holiday break in peace. In a good-humored video posted to X on Monday (Dec. 29), the rapper asked fans to please stop raking her over the coals for her relationship with Stefon Diggs, who recently sparked online discourse by posting about spending Christmas with his other children.

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Filming herself while lying down in bed, Cardi opened the clip by saying straightforwardly, “Y’all need to calm down.”

“Y’all been dragging me for three or four days, and y’all been a little too mean,” she continued, laughing. “I can’t change s–t. I can’t go back in time. I already had a baby. Y’all want me to put my baby back in my p—y? You want me to leave my man and f–k yours? What y’all want me to do? We can only go forward now.”

The Grammy winner went on to stress that she has “so much work to do” starting in January — including a slew of 10- to 12-hour rehearsals for her upcoming tour — which has her feeling overwhelmed enough on its own. “I’m gonna be away from my babies, away from my personal life, away from my home … I need my support system, my fans, to love me,” Cardi added with her characteristic candor. “I want y’all to come to my tour and enjoy yourselves with me. Don’t be dragging me. That’s enough!”

“Leave me alone, though,” she added. “Damn. Y’all scare me sometimes!”

Captioned, “We need a reset,” Cardi’s video comes as the internet has been rife with commentary about her relationship with Diggs. The wide receiver posted photos of himself a few days prior spending Christmas with two different babies — “One of my boys first Christmas,” he captioned one of them — seemingly confirming prior reports that he’d fathered children with two other women within months of welcoming his son with Cardi in November.

Meanwhile, the hip-hop titan shared photos from her Christmas celebrations with their son, as well as her other children — 7-year-old daughter Kulture, 4-year-old Wave and 1-year-old daughter Blossom — whom she shares with estranged husband Offset. Diggs lovingly wrote in the comments of his famous girlfriend’s post, “Miss yaw!!! Don’t be squeezing him too tight you making him soft.”

Although some people might take issue with her romance with Diggs, Cardi has been carrying on as normal. On Sunday (Dec. 28), she attended the New England Patriots vs. New York Jets game to cheer on her beau, whose team beat the Jets 42-10.

In April, Cardi will kick off her Little Miss Drama Tour supporting her Am I the Drama? album, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in October.

See Cardi’s video below.


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“Sleigh Ride” from The Ronettes enters the top 10 of the Hot 100, while Dean Martin rises and “Jungle Bell Rock” and Kelly Clarkson slip a spot. Will Brenda Lee take No. 1 this week? 

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This is the Billboard Hot 100 top 10 for the week dated January 3. Joining the top 10 is “Sleigh Ride.” Andy Williams is still at nine. Kelly Clarkson slips to No. 8. Dean Martin storms to seven. Nat “King” Cole is locked at six, so is “Santa Tell Me” at No. 5, and “Last Christmas” at No. 4. “Jingle Bell Rock” is down to three, while Brenda Lee moves up to No. 2. And grabbing a record extending 22nd week at No. 1 is Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You.”

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Wham!’s “Last Christmas” tops the Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S. charts for a second week each.

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The 1984 release by the British duo of George Michael, who died in 2016, and Andrew Ridgeley, has led both lists this season for the first time. It also hit a new No. 2 high on the U.S.-based Billboard Hot 100. Ridgeley marveled to Billboard at how the carol has become “beloved by all generations,” upon its rise to the Hot 100’s runner-up rank, citing “the special place the song occupies in so many hearts and one that George Michael would have been immensely proud of.” Shared Michael’s estate, “Thank you to everyone who keeps this song at the very heart of Christmas.”

“Last Christmas” heads up an all-holiday top 10 on each international chart, with a seasonal presence extending to the top 13 songs on the Global 200. (Two years ago this week, holiday hits scored their biggest shutout in the charts’ upper reaches, at Nos. 1-19 on the Global 200 and Nos. 1-20 on Global Excl. U.S.)

The Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts rank songs based on streaming and sales activity culled from more than 200 territories around the world, as compiled by Luminate. The Global 200 is inclusive of worldwide data and the Global Excl. U.S. chart comprises data from territories excluding the United States.

Chart ranks are based on a weighted formula incorporating official-only streams on both subscription and ad-supported tiers of audio and video music services, as well as download sales, the latter of which reflect purchases from full-service digital music retailers from around the world, with sales from direct-to-consumer (D2C) sites excluded from the charts’ calculations.

“Last Christmas” rebounds a spot on the Global 200 with 192 million streams (up 92% week-over-week) and 10,000 sold (up 48%) worldwide in the week spanning Dec. 19 through Christmas Day.

The song posts the 10th-biggest global streaming week for a track since the Global 200 began in September 2020. It also boasts the ninth-highest frame, as it drew 192.5 million worldwide streams a year ago this week — with no other title repeating in the top 10. (BTS’ “Butter” leads with 289.2 million; June 5, 2021.)

Rounding out the top five on the Global 200, Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” dips to No. 2 after a record 20 weeks at No. 1 since December 2020; Brenda Lee’s “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” keeps at No. 3, after it hit a No. 2 peak in 2022; Bobby Helms’ “Jingle Bell Rock” hops a spot back to its No. 4 best; and Ariana Grande’s “Santa Tell Me” also returns to its high (7-5).

“Last Christmas” rules Global Excl. U.S. with 131.1 million streams (up 103%) and 5,000 sold (up 34%) beyond the U.S.

“All I Want for Christmas Is You” dashes 3-2 on Global Excl. U.S., following 14 weeks at No. 1 since December 2020; “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” makes a jolly 6-3 jump back to its best rank; “Jingle Bell Rock” hits a new high (7-4); and “Santa Tell Me” treks 8-5, after reaching No. 4.

The Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S. charts (dated Jan. 3, 2026) will update on Billboard.com tomorrow, Dec. 30. For both charts, the top 100 titles are available to all readers on Billboard.com, while the complete 200-title rankings are visible on Billboard Pro, Billboard’s subscription-based service. For all chart news, you can follow @billboard and @billboardcharts on both X, formerly known as Twitter, and Instagram.

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Queen Bey now has a “B” next to her net worth. According to a report from Forbes on Monday (Dec. 29), Beyoncé has officially reached billionaire status, becoming just the fifth musician to ever do so, per the publication’s estimates.

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According to the publication, the 35-time Grammy winner crossed into 10-digit territory in 2025 after capping off one of the highest-grossing tours of the year, with Billboard Boxscore previously reporting that her Cowboy Carter trek had grossed $407.6 million across 1.6 million tickets sold this summer. Forbes also cites Bey’s 2023 Renaissance World Tour, as well as her Cécred and SirDavis Whisky businesses, as contributing factors to her newfound billionaire valuation, but notes that “most of her personal wealth comes from her music, by controlling the rights to her enormously valuable catalog and earning a massive income from her global tours.”

Forbes says Bey is now one of just five musicians who have ever built an empire worth more than $1 billion, joining the ranks of husband Jay-Z, Taylor Swift, Rihanna and Bruce Springsteen. (Outlets other than Forbes have also placed Paul McCartney, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Selena Gomez at the billionaire level using different criteria.) The Destiny’s Child alum first started taking a dedicated business approach to her career in 2010 by founding her Parkwood Entertainment company, which has allowed her to keep the management and production of all of her music, performances, tours and visual media products in-house and ultimately retain more of the profits from those ventures.

As one of music’s biggest superstars — and as someone who has demonstrated a level of career longevity that only a handful of other artists have matched in history — Beyoncé has had analysts tracking her wealth for years. In December 2023, she made headlines for expanding her net worth from $500 million to $800 million in just one year alone, thanks in large part to the success of her Renaissance World Tour.

Since going solo in 2003, Bey has released eight studio albums — all of which charted at the top of the Billboard 200. She’s also scored nine No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100.

Beyond beating out everyone but Coldplay for highest grossing trek of 2025, Beyonce also set a number of records with her limited Cowboy Carter run. In addition to it becoming the top grossing country tour in Billboard Boxscore history, it was also the shortest tour to gross more than $400 million, taking just 32 dates to do so.


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Diddy’s sons Justin and Christian “King” Combs are ready to speak out about their father’s federal trial and the media turmoil surrounding Diddy since his downfall began with Cassie’s bombshell lawsuit in 2023, which was settled out of court one day after it was filed.

The Combs brothers appeared in a trailer for an upcoming untitled docuseries coming to Zeus Network in 2026 on Sunday (Dec. 28). The emotional clip finds Justin and King sitting down in a home theater as soundbites and news articles bashing their father throughout the trial are played on a loop. It comes to a close with the sons looking to take a call from Diddy while their father is behind bars.

Phrases such as “the family,” “our voice,” “the loyalty,” “the betrayal,” “the truth” and “the lies” are shown throughout the chilling trailer. The docuseries is set to premiere in 2026.  Zeus Network CEO Lemuel Plummer added in a comment on Instagram that this is more about giving Diddy’s sons a platform to tell their side of the story, rather than endorsing Diddy.

“To be clear, this documentary is about giving Justin and Christian the opportunity to share their personal story,” Plummer wrote. “We’re not here to endorse Diddy or anyone else. As a network, we believe in giving individuals a platform to tell their own experiences, just like any network that enters the documentary space.

He continued: “We’re simply allowing these stories to be told, and that’s the essence of what we’re doing here. Thanks for understanding and for letting us bring these narratives to light.”

Combs’ seven children haven’t spoken much since their father’s arrest. King Combs teamed up with Ye (formerly Kanye West) to release his Never Stop EP earlier this year, which he dedicated to both of his parents (the late Kim Porter and Diddy).

On track “Pick a Side,” King Combs aims at his father’s longtime rival 50 Cent, and dared anyone to say “No Diddy” — which is a phrase that has become popularized since Combs’ trial — to him in public.

Diddy ended up being handed a 50-month sentence in October. Combs dodged heavier charges of racketeering and sex trafficking but was found guilty of violating federal prostitution laws.

The announcement for the Zeus Network docuseries from the Combs family comes on the heels of the shocking revelations made in 50 Cent’s Sean Combs: The Reckoning docuseries, which premiered on Netflix earlier in December.

Billboard has reached out to Diddy’s reps for comment. Watch the Zeus Network trailer here.