A$AP Rocky and Rihanna love their boys, but when their third baby arrives soon, the couple is crossing their fingers it’s a girl.
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In a new cover story interview with Ellepublished Tuesday (Sept. 23), the rapper was candid about the fact that he and his superstar partner are openly hoping their next child is made of sugar, spice and everything nice. “I hope it’s a girl. I really do,” Rocky told the publication. “We’re praying for a girl.”
“I feel like it’s going to be a girl,” he continued. “This pregnancy is so different from the other two. You can tell from the experience. I hope it’s a baby girl, man. I need that.”
Ri and Rocky are already parents to young sons RZA and Riot Rose. The billionaire mogul announced that she was pregnant again by debuting her baby bump in May at the 2025 Met Gala, which the latter cochaired.
The couple has been together since at least 2019, though they’ve yet to tie the knot — at least to the public’s knowledge. “How you know I’m not already a husband?” Rocky teased in his Elle interview. “I’m still not gonna confirm it.”
Now, both stars are busy juggling multiple projects, with Ri overseeing her Fenty empire as Rocky works on ventures in fashion and acting. His latest screen project was starring in Molly Bronstein’s If I Had Legs I’d Kick You.
But according to the New York native, family is his and Ri’s most important area of focus right now. “We don’t talk too much about work, because we deal with that all day, every day,” he told the publication of their relationship. “When you come home, it’s about family. It’s about your relationship. It’s about your household. It ain’t about all that other s–t.”
“We try to keep the business separate,” he added. “What she does is what she does, and what I do is what I do. But when we collab, that’s fun because I get to be creative with her. She’s so trusting of me.”
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There are a few surefire ways to tell that fall is here.
The drop in temperature, for one, is a great indicator, along with the fall of leaves. For us at ShopBillboard, however, a clear indicator is when makeup brands begin rolling out innovative and certainly spooky collections like this Wet N Wild x Disney Villains one. Tis the season to be scary, and Wet N Wild is getting us prepped and ready by celebrating the villains of some of Disney’s most popular films, from The Little Mermaid and One Hundred and One Dalmatians to Sleeping Beauty. The collection can be shopped at Wet N Wild’s website, or at Walmart right now.
The collection consists of a range of themed products including makeup such as cream blushes, pigmented eyeshadow and sleek eyeliner along with beauty tools including sponges, mirrors and organizers. Each product — down to its color, composition and packaging — is inspired by these evildoers, and we’re kind of obsessed. While this collection is great for everyday wear, some of the products are perfect for adding that little something to your Halloween look come October.
To help you along your shopping journey, we’ve compiled a list of seven products from the collection we’d recommend adding to your makeup bag for Halloween or otherwise. If you’re looking to channel your inner villain or try out a few new Wet N Wild products, you’ve come to the right place.
Wet N Wild x Disney Villains Bad Rep Jelly Highlighter in Unpredictable
The “jelly” formula took off this year, mainly for its textural innovation and cooling finish. The Bad Rep Jelly Highlighter is a great example of jelly formulas done right. Retailing for $8.64, the highlighter comes in four unique shades: a pink called Unpredictable, a gold called Maniac, a lavender hue called Infamous and Cast Spell, a traditional silver. The jelly product is packaged in a wind-up compact. The stick formula is lightweight and bouncy and, as previously mentioned, delivers a cooling sensation when applied.
No matter the shade, the formula features flecks of glitter that offer the skin a multidimensional finish. The jelly formula allows you to control the product’s payoff. Want a subtle glow? Tap the product in with your fingers. How about an otherworldly finish? Apply the product directly to the skin for that intense shine.
Wet N Wild x Disney Villains Baddies Liquid Eyeliner in Queen of Mean
A good villainous liner is hard to come by. The product needs to be sharp enough to cut someone and bold enough to ward off your enemies. This Wet N Wild Baddies Liquid Eyeliner is all those things and more for just $5.37. The liner is equipped with an ultra-thin brush applicator saturated in the liquid pigment, allowing users precise control of the liner to create graphic looks galore. While there are four shades to choose from, our favorite is Queen of Mean, a metallic formula that shifts blue and silver, offering the eyes a subtle but impactful shine. The liner base is also the most neutral of all four shades, making it more of a versatile addition to your makeup kit.
If you’re a sucker for combating clutter, might we suggest this collaborative Disney Villains makeup bag? Retailing for $18.37, the rectangular pouch features Disney Villains along with a holographic finish that pops thanks to a black background layered beneath. A zipper closure gives way to printed lining and a top handle for easy access.
If there’s one thing that comes in handy during Halloween, it’s face gems. It is more like an accessory rather than a makeup product; however, it can turn pretty much any look from drab to fab with little to no effort. Wet N Wild’s Disney Villains collection features a multitude of face gems with themes referencing some of Disney’s most infamous baddies, from Ursula to Cruella de Vil. The gemstones feature mess-free self-adhesive backing, allowing for easy application. The gemstones are high shine and reusable, boasting endless creative possibilities for many Halloweens to come.
Wet N Wild x Disney Villains Extreme Evil Jelly Blush in Poisonous
We’ve got another jelly product on our list, this time in the form of a blush. Cooling to the touch and easy to use, Wet N Wild’s Extreme Evil Jelly Blush for $8.64 is so damn good it’s bad. The blush comes in four shades, although our favorite is Poisonous, a vampy deep red. Like the jelly highlighter, the formula is bouncy, melting into the skin for a seamless finish. Jelly formulas are forgiving, and give you lots of play time before setting in place. If you want a more dramatic flush, we’d recommend applying more, building up the intensity in needed areas.
Wet N Wild x Disney Villains Fiery Femmes Eye and Face Palette in Unleashed
Wet N Wild’s Disney Villains collection features two mini eyeshadow and face palettes, both for $12.97. While both are pretty great, we’d likely gravitate toward the Fiery Femmes Eye and Face Palette in Unleashed, given its color story is more for everyday wear. The Beautiful Destroyer palette features a bolder range of colors, one we can see being greatly utilized for Halloween. If you’re looking to create a simple smokey eye or opting to put a pop of something shiny in the inner corner to upgrade your everyday makeup, the Unleashed palette is for you. From shimmers to mattes, each shadow is easy to blend and offers striking color payoff from the first dip of your brush.
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Kenny Chesney is speaking out about the heartbreaking loss of his friend and frequent cowriter Brett James, who died in a small-engine plane crash on Sept. 18 in North Carolina. James was 57.
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“A very difficult goodbye to my Brother Of The Sun Brett James. I haven’t wanted to post cause I didn’t want to believe it,” Chesney wrote on social media on Monday (Sept. 22). “Brett and I shared a unique bond. A Brotherhood. A kinship. We wrote ‘Reality’ and ‘Out Last Night’ on the same afternoon sitting on my pool deck in the Virgin Islands two days after Christmas. We had a lot of authentic life fun writing songs together over the years and I’m sure going to miss it.”
Chesney continued, “It’s hard to process his creative soul being gone. This kind of loss. I feel as if part of my creative soul went with him. It will be a void in my life and creativity forever. I’ve never known writing songs or being on the road without him. Half the songs in my shows are songs he wrote or songs we wrote together. So it’s impossible for me to do shows moving forward and not think about him. I can’t believe I’m saying it but adios Brett James. Thank you for being a lifer, for being a shirtless, sunburned troubadour, for your friendship, your songs and all the laughs. Save me a seat at the After Party!“
James was a close friend and creative collaborator of Chesney’s, as a writer on songs including “When The Sun Goes Down,” “Out Last Night,” “Just to Say We Did,” “Keg in the Closet,” “Spirit of a Storm” and many others. The late artist also wrote numerous songs for musicians including Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Jason Aldean, Tim McGraw and Rascal Flatts.
Alongside his tribute, Chesney shared photos of himself with James, including onstage performances, as well as behind-the-scenes trips and writing sessions.
Chesney ended his tribute with lyrics to one of the numerous songs James had a hand in writing, “Knowing You: “God we were so alive/ I was a kid on a carnival ride/ Holding my breath til the moment you were gonna leave me to soon/ But I’d do it all over cause damn it was good knowing you.”
James was a Grammy winner and a member of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame’s class of 2020, and officially inducted in 2021. He was also a CMA board member, a two-time ASCAP country songwriter of the year winner and launched the music publishing company Cornman Music.
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When Peyton Marek and Hank Wiedel unveiled their new management venture, Challenger Artists, earlier this year, the move marked more than just a rebrand from Wiedel’s Core Management. It also signaled a deeper partnership with one of the most influential independent promoters in the U.S.: Mammoth Concerts.
Challenger Artists, co-founded by Marek and Wiedel in late 2024, is built around the kind of artist-first ethos both developed in the Kansas City scene. Wiedel, who has spent nearly a decade as a Mammoth talent buyer, and Marek, who previously managed artists through Backbeat Management, joined forces after Marek left her former firm and brought breakout indie act The Rex with her. Soon after, the pair struck an agreement with Mammoth that allowed them to launch a management arm within the larger company’s infrastructure.
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For Mammoth co-founder Josh Hunt, the partnership fits squarely into the company’s DNA. “We’ve always been an artist development-first company,” Hunt tells Billboard. “From booking 50-cap shows to 50,000-seat events, that independent spirit has guided everything we do. Peyton and Hank are kindred spirits in that sense. It made perfect sense to combine forces and open our infrastructure to them.”
Founded in the mid-2000s by Hunt and longtime partner Jeff Fortier, Mammoth has grown from a regional Midwest promoter into a national and international player, operating 11 venues across the U.S. and launching a global touring joint venture with European powerhouse CTS Eventim. The company also maintains offices in Portland, Nashville, and New York, allowing Challenger to tap into resources ranging from venue relationships to marketing and production support.
“We didn’t want to take on this huge undertaking alone,” Wiedel explains. “Mammoth has always championed artist development, and joining their family gave our artists immediate access to resources, networks, and a philosophy that aligned with our own.”
The name “Challenger” reflects the company’s outlook. Marek, a self-described tennis fan, drew inspiration from the ATP Challenger Tour — the proving ground for players who eventually reach the sport’s top tier. “We wanted a name that felt competitive, energetic, and rooted in advancement,” she says. The duo also cited cultural influences ranging from the Trent Reznor–scored film Challengers to the Blur track “Song 2,” which shaped their first logo design.
Their roster includes acts like The Rex, Valley Boy, Toledo, Post Sex Nachos, and Capital Soiree, with a focus not just on traditional management but also on representing artists’ songwriting and production work. “We manage our clients in a true 360 sense,” Marek notes. “If they’re writing or producing for others, we’re right there helping them expand those opportunities.”
Hands-on touring support is central to Challenger’s model, reflecting both Marek and Wiedel’s backgrounds on the road. “Being present on tour — whether it’s a club support run or an arena headliner — is a priority for us,” Wiedel says. Marek adds, “We both started out tour managing for our artists when they couldn’t afford crews. That experience makes us better managers today. We know the grind and we know how to build sustainable careers from it.”
Mammoth’s reach in touring only strengthens that approach. The promoter has produced U.S. tours for acts as varied as “Weird Al” Yankovic, Rod Wave, Lauryn Hill and the Fugees, and the Stardew Valley concert tour. With CTS Eventim, Mammoth also provides Challenger artists access to global touring infrastructure. “The key is keeping it artist-first,” Wiedel emphasizes. “We don’t want to create an anti-competitive environment — we want what’s best for the client, whether that’s with Mammoth, AEG or Live Nation.”
Challenger is now focused on expanding and diversifying its roster. “Right now, it’s no secret our roster is all male,” Marek says. “We want to change that and put our money where our mouth is. We’re looking at indie-pop, Americana and other spaces where we see growth and opportunity.” The duo is also open to bringing in new managers when the timing feels right, but for now, the goal is to strengthen their foundation.
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For Hunt, the new venture is another sign of Mammoth’s belief in staying independent while broadening opportunities for artists. “We’re not here to run Challenger’s business for them,” he says. “We’re here to give them the tools and the runway to grow on their own terms.”
As Marek and Wiedel settle into their bi-coastal rhythm — she’s based in Los Angeles, he remains in Kansas City — both stress that the company’s roots will continue to influence its future. “We ride for Kansas City,” Marek says with a laugh. “But with Mammoth behind us, we’re building something that can truly live everywhere.”
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A$AP Rocky and Drake exchanged shots in the midst of the 6 God’s battle with Kendrick Lamar, while the OVO boss went on to file a defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group for the alleged artificial inflation of Lamar’s “Not Like Us.”
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In his ELLEcover story published on Tuesday (Sept. 23), Rocky reflected on testing the waters during the Kenny-Drizzy feud, and ultimately, his decision to back off.
“It was healthy for hip-hop,” he said of the back-and-forth. “The battle was between Kendrick and Drake, not Drake and everybody else who might have said something at that time, and that’s mainly why I fell back.”
However, Rocky isn’t supportive of the idea of Drake filing a lawsuit against his label regarding the impact of Kendrick’s “Not Like Us,” as the Harlem rapper doesn’t see any place for litigation as part of hip-hop battle culture.
“I just hate the way it’s turning out with [Drake] suing and all that,” he added. “What part of the game is that? What type of s—t is that? That’s none of my business, I guess.”
A$AP Rocky sniped at Drake on Metro Boomin and Future’s 2024 WE STILL DON’T TRUST YOU album cut “Show of Hands.” The 6 God returned the favor by making some time to jab at Rocky on his three-part “Family Matters” diss track, aiming mostly at Kendrick Lamar.
At the top of 2025, Drake filed a defamation lawsuit against UMG, claiming his longtime label knew Lamar’s “inflammatory allegations” in the Billboard Hot 100-topping “Not Like Us” were false, but claims it chose “corporate greed over the safety and well-being of its artists.” In a statement shared with Billboard at the time, the label strongly denied the allegations: “We have not and do not engage in defamation — against any individual.”
The lawsuit remains tied up in the courts. In August, Drake’s attorneys filed a claim that UMG withheld key evidence and his lawyers were looking to get their hands on potentially damning emails revolving around UMG CEO Lucian Grainge talking about the Grammy-winning “Not Like Us” and Kendrick Lamar’s deal with the label.
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On this week’s Hot 100 Show, we break down why KPop Demon Hunters has slipped a few spots and discuss whether the hype for the film might be dying down. Special guest Ink joins us to share how she wrote the Hot 100 No. 1 song “Luther” for Kendrick Lamar and SZA, talks about her Big Buskin EP, and Billboard staff weighs in on whether Audrey Nuna, EJAE and REI AMI should continue making music as a trio and more!
Tetris Kelly: This is the Billboard Hot 100 top 10 for the week, dated Sept. 27. “How It’s Done” falls to 10.
Audrey Nuna: I watched it three times.
EJAE: Let’s go. Let’s go.
Audrey Nuna: I’ll go watch it after this.
REI AMI: When we get in to break …
Audrey Nuna: I watched it three times. I was like emotionally moved every single time.
Tetris Kelly: As Teddy Swims returns to the top 10.
Teddy Swims: It’s such an honor. And I don’t know that. You know, I knew the song is special, but I mean, to see it’s just will not leave that top 10.
Tetris Kelly: Justin’s “Daisies” is up to eight.
Sekou: I think he was, like, my first concert ever.
Eddie Benjamin: Yeah, Justin’s flow state is the most powerful I’ve seen.
Tetris Kelly: So there are numbers 10 through eight, and that’s one of the first time I feel like we’ve seen a KPop Demon Hunters song slip. What’s going on with the chart this week?
Trevor Anderson: Is the time over? Oh no, no. I’m just a little shuffling around. I mean, obviously KPop Demon Hunters has been such phenomenon for the past several months on the Hot 100 you know, we could cut them a little slack. They could, you know, sort of, you know, bobble around the top 10 for a little bit, but certainly not the last song we’re going to talk about from KPop Demon Hunters to, you know, surprise, surprise, about the Hot 100 there, but just down a little bit. So, you know, obviously, no, no need to send the panic alarm up. Just one of those weeks where, you know, hey, just keep, gotta keep it interesting some way. So the songs decided to take a one or two spot little jumper, or fall for us.
Tetris Kelly: And I mean, one song that has a hold on the top 10, it left, but he’s back like he never left, Teddy Swims in the top 10.
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B—h, she said what she said. After unveiling a new cover for her upcoming album Vie, Doja Cat is standing by the artwork — despite receiving some “harsh criticism” about it.
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The rapper first unveiled the new art on Instagram on Monday (Sept. 22), showing off a photo of herself in a tattered wedding dress, hanging from a yellow parachute caught in a tree. “Falling in love is putting trust in the hands of yourself and others,” she wrote of the portrait. “The yellow parachute represents curiosity, happiness and adventure.”
“Flying you towards new experiences and scenes, taking a leap of faith, and holding no bounds,” she continued. “The tree represents life and wisdom. Giving you a sense of safety within its branches, but the pain from the fall teaches you that those scratches can be healed. You don’t have to hit the ground. Love grows upward but more importantly down.”
“It’s the roots that keep you steady,” she added. “This is the cover of my album.”
The new cover arrives about a month after Doja premiered what fans originally thought was the official Vie artwork: a close-up photo of the California native surrounded by red roses. Apparently, some listeners aren’t too keen on the new artwork, as Doja took to X on Tuesday (Sept. 23) to defend her creative choices.
“You can’t make me feel bad for a cover that has visceral meaning,” she wrote. “The greatest armor is love and integrity. I forgive your harsh criticism but for me I won yet again for following my heart. If I was you I wouldn’t.”
Doja has never been shy about shutting down criticism, especially when it comes to her art. Just weeks ago, she asserted her dominance as one of the leading female rappers in the game, telling someone online who doubted her skills, “Please stop trying to downplay my ability.”
That said, Doja has also been open about the fact that Vie is much more pop-focused, with similarities to her earlier hits such as “Say So.” “It’s taken until the beginning of this next album, Vie, to appreciate my older stuff,” she toldCBS Sunday Morning recently. “I think [this album] was a return to that.”
You can’t make me feel bad for a cover that has visceral meaning. The greatest armor is love and integrity. I forgive your harsh criticism but for me I won yet again for following my heart. If I was you I wouldn’t.
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“Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters leads the Billboard Hot 100 for the sixth week, the longest run for a film song since “See You Again” from Furious 7 topped the chart for 12 weeks a decade ago. So you might think “Golden” is a cinch to land an Oscar nomination for best original song.
It certainly could be nominated, but its chart success provides no guarantee. Of the 14 film songs that have topped the Hot 100 since 2000, just four were nominated for best original song at the Oscars. Even “See You Again” failed to land a nomination. The soothing tone of the song helped fans mourn the loss of Paul Walker, one of the stars of the franchise, who had died in a 2013 car crash. Given the magnitude of the hit, and the song’s touching backstory, you might reasonably have expected it to be nominated, but voters sometimes surprise.
Netflix’s official Oscar entry on “Golden” lists five songwriters: EJAE, Mark Sonnenblick, 24, IDO, and TEDDY. Oscar rules stipulate that if there are more than four songwriters on a song, they must sign a form saying they agree to receive one “group statuette” for all of them to somehow share, should they win.
The Academy introduced the best original song category in 1935, when most songs were written by one or two songwriters. No winner in this category had even three writers until “The Windmills of Your Mind” by Michel Legrand and Alan & Marilyn Bergman won in 1969. None had four writers until “Arthur’s Theme (The Best That You Can Do)” by Christopher Cross, Burt Bacharach, Carole Bayer Sager and Peter Allen won in 1982. The Academy is clearly uncomfortable with the trend towards more songwriters, but trying to hold back that tide is not really their role. Rewarding excellence is.
Let’s take a look at the 14 film songs that have topped the Hot 100 since 2000. The years shown are the years the songs topped the Hot 100. We show you how long they remained on in the top spot, who wrote the songs and tell you their Oscar fate.
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It’s no secret that ’90s and Y2K fashion are considered the trends to be sporting right now. Both styles reemerged on the runway, bringing with them nostalgia-filled apparel ranging from belly chains to micro skirts. Among the numerous trends from both decades that have gone viral is one denim style that seems to be a favorite among most musicians: baggy jeans.
Artists who have made the denim look a signature part of their wardrobe include Charli XCX and Tate McRae, who are known for their grunge, sporty aesthetic. Crafting the vintage vibe requires a pair of baggy jeans — usually with a low-rise — paired with a crop top to elongate and accentuate your waist.
Tate McRae is seen on September 13, 2024 in New York, New York.
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Another star who is known for her punk rock vibe is Gwen Stefani, who continues to incorporate baggy jeans beyond the ’90s into her streetwear. It’s common to see some sort of plaid pattern paired with the bottoms along with her staple platform boots. Most musicians tend to wear denim that are priced well above $100, but if you’re not looking to invest in designer jeans right now, there are plenty of baggy jeans under $50 that’ll let you show off the trend without blowing your budget.
Keep reading to discover where to buy the denim look online.
What Are the Best Baggy Jeans Under $50?
To help inspire your jeans shopping session, ShopBillboard put together a list of the best baggy jeans under $50.
Gap’s current sale has slashed its popular baggy jeans to less than $50 (a 61% off savings). The style seems to be heavily inspired by the ’90s and features a loose leg in a lighter wash denim. The silhouette is high-waisted and pools around the ankles
We’ve never seen denim more perfect for the fall. These Lee Women’s Legendary Trouser Jeans are meant to be worn with a boot. We don’t make the rules. The wide leg offers ample room to layer over a rugged bootie. The style is high-waisted and wide-legged but remains character and definition thanks to tailored pleating down the legs. If the light wash isn’t your thing, the Legendary Trouser Jeans also come in two other darker washes.
You can’t have a complete denim collection without a solid pair of black jeans such as this baggy style from Gap. Its smooth construction comes with zero rips for an business casual office-friendly look you can pair with button downs or your favorite band T-shirt (for more casual outings).
Women’s Simply Vera Vera Wang Printed Wide Leg Jeans
Rather than grab your typical blue denim baggy jeans, this cheetah print style will have you making a statement. It comes in a gray-beige colorway you can easily show off with a colorful top, while the wide-leg construction provides a more breathable feel to keep you comfy all day long.
We’re always game for a ripped jean moment. These Low Pro Women’s Jeans from Levi’s remind us that denim is meant to be distressed. Loved, worn and re-worn again, these jeans come in a high-waisted, baggy skater-esque style with rips on the knees, imparting a grungy feel. The denim is non-stretchy, meaning it’ll wear with time, withstanding each wear with grit but never stiffness.
Hollister’s low-rise baggy jeans come in a washed gray for a chic take on the denim trend. You can show off your newest body suit, as the low-rise waist will sit right on your hips. There are also three lengths to choose from — including short, regular and long.
These are a departure from your usual denim, but that doesn’t make them any less cute. The Garage style is a cream colorway with a baggy disposition, sitting low on the hips. The stitching is in a contrasting rusty hue, creating dimension. Beware before buying. This style, and other denim styles from Garage, are made with authentic non-stretch denim, making them much stiffer and structural.
Who doesn’t love classic dark-wash denim? For just $39.99 too? What a steal! You’ll zip into a high-rise fit that is the definition of loose as it comes with a wide-leg fit — not fitted spots in this design. Plus, the cotton-polyester mixed fabric will provide some stretch.
What Is the Baggy Jeans Style Called?
The denim style isn’t just referred to as baggy jeans — there are a variety of other labels you can use depending on the type of baggy you’re looking for. Some brands refer to the style as “slouchy” or “relaxed,” while more rounded legs are considered barrel jeans. For the loosest look, you’ll want to check out wide-leg jeans.
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Following a sold-out first run this fall, Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! will launch a second North American leg on January 15, 2026, at Trilith Live in Fayetteville, Georgia, before rolling into more than 40 additional cities.
The expansion underscores just how quickly the Netflix hit has translated from streaming screens to live stages. Stops include some of the country’s most prestigious venues: the National Theatre in Washington, D.C., Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, Théâtre St-Denis in Montreal, and Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater.
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The stage production premiered earlier this fall with sold-out shows in Thousand Oaks, Long Beach, and San Francisco. Demand was so strong in Southern California that extra dates were added at The Grove of Anaheim to close out the first run.
For Jonathan Shank, CEO of Terrapin Station Entertainment and executive producer of the tour, the timing couldn’t be better. “I actually started looking at this property in 2022 and thought there was a chance it could be a successful touring property, based on how it was connecting with children and families,” Shank told Billboard. “Gabby’s Dollhouse seemed like a perfect bullseye in terms of the way it was engaging families. Now feels like the perfect time to launch the tour.”
Unlike many kids’ tours that simply repackage episodes, Gabby’s Dollhouse Live features an original story, new video content, and fresh music. The plot follows Gabby as she discovers a magical acorn that needs a rainbow to grow—only to have CatRat break the rainbow and spark a colorful quest to put things back together.
“The show is an original story, and that makes it really fun and unique,” Shank said. “One of my favorite songs is Celebrate Your Sparkle. We bring together all of Gabby’s Dollhouse characters—Cakey, DJ Catnip, Kitty Fairy—and it’s just a really fun show with life-size puppets, original music, and a really engaging, interactive storyline.”
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Interactive elements are built directly into the experience. “We have these incredible friendship flowers that become part of the show and connect the audience to the stage,” Shank explained.
Walmart returns as presenting sponsor, a move Shank says ties together the broader franchise strategy. “For us, the way these tours become the most successful is to connect all the dots between content, consumer products and live experiences,” he said.
He also praised the international collaboration. The live show was created by TEG Life Like Touring out of Australia, with DreamWorks Animation and Universal Destinations & Experiences managing the IP, and UTA serving as booking agent. “This is an incredible team effort,” Shank said. “We’re really proud of it.”
Shank acknowledged the challenges facing live entertainment in 2025 but said family programming has a clear opening. “This year has been difficult. The things that seem to be working are new and fresh properties, or very premium experiences,” he noted. “As it relates to family entertainment, it’s a really great time for Gabby’s Dollhouse, because there aren’t a tremendous amount of other preschool shows on the road right now. A lot of the other big titles are between touring cycles, so it feels like the lane is wide open.”
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Ticket prices for the upcoming leg will remain accessible, ranging from $30 to $60, with premium and VIP options available. “We want to make it accessible to as many families as possible,” Shank said.
The tour dovetails with the upcoming feature film Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie, which hits theaters this Friday (Sept. 26). The live-action project stars Laila Lockhart Kraner alongside Kristen Wiig and Gloria Estefan, setting Gabby on an all-new adventure in “Cat-Francisco.”
As Shank put it, the goal of the touring show is simple: “We kind of always consider it to be in the business of delivering core memories and smiles to these children. We don’t take that lightly.”
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