Entertainment
Unveiling New R&B Sensation, Tamara Jones …As Her Album Debuts In PH
There is no doubt that the Nigerian music industry has witnessed various exploits and laudable achievements, but a new wind of musical adventure is about to blow across the industry with the newest entrant into the scene, Miss Tamarabrakemi Eteimo, AKA Tamara Jones. Her debut album which is basically about Love has some hit tracks namely, ‘Vibrate’ and “Na Only you’ among others. Recorded at Big Lou music studio, Port Harcourt, the album promises to hit the market with a bang.
Speaking on her exploits in the entertainment clan in an interview with The Tide Entertainment desk on Wednesday, the Bayelsa State born, Port Harcourt- based actress and wave making R’n’B sensation said she was born an entertainer and she started singing and acting at a tender age. According to her, she has featured in many soap operas namely: Twist of Faith, House of Abraham, Adams Family, Still Born and a movie titled a “Night at Novotel” produced by Adonai, who also produced ‘Nnenda’ which featured Stephanie Okereke.
The 25 year old entertainer and the fourth, out of six children who hails from Bulu-Angiama, Bayelsa State, disclosed that the movie will soon hit the market.
According to her, she decided to release her debut album as a way of contributing her quota to the growth of the music industry in Nigeria as she is also doing in the movie sector, stressing that acting and singing are interrelated.
The beautiful actress said apart from singing and acting, she is also a good hair dresser and dancer which is why she intends to open a good hair dressing salon and a dance school to enable people benefit from her God given talents.
She said though she has no role model in Rivers or Bayelsa State, she admires top stars such as Genevieve Nnaji, Tamala Jones and Beyonce as her role models while her family and God Almighty remain her inspirators.
She promises to use what ever money she realizes from her career for the well being of the less privileged as a way of giving back to society and called on other artistes to help the needy.
The Theatre Arts graduate of University of Port Harcourt, noted that the entertainment industry in Rivers State is vibrant with enabling environment which is why the industry has produced quality artistes with rare talents who are capable of competing with their counterparts from other parts of the country and beyond. She applauded the state government’s support for the industry which she said is a source of encouragement to the practitioners.
The Ex-student of Bereton Secondary School, Port Harcourt, stressed that RIVIFEST and CARNIRIV, held by the state government annually has not only helped to showcase the abundant cultural heritiage and hospitality of the Rivers people to the outside world, but has contributed in exposing the hidden talents of upcoming artistes in the state by engaging them in such events. She also noted that the ION International Film Festival and the Miss ECOWAS beauty pageant sponsored by the state government last year have brought positive changes and a boost to the entertainment industry in the state.
Miss Tamara Jones said, “the state government has done enough to encourage artistes in the state, on our own part, we have to push forward to make ourselves relevant instead of seating idle and expect others to promote our works for us, I believe that with determination and hard work, the sky will be our limit.”
Entertainment
Uche Ogbodo Shares Reason Bambam’s Marriage Ended
Critics claimed that her body makeover was one of the reasons she allegedly left the marriage and noted that she was still out in public with the video of her club outing.
Reacting to the allegations, Ogbodo came to Bambam’s defence. She stated that no woman would leave her marriage simply because she went under the knife. According to her, it is the man who drives a woman to leave.
The mother of three further explained that no woman willingly leaves a marriage she has invested in over many years. If a woman does leave, it is the man’s fault, possibly due to abuse that she chooses not to disclose publicly.
She added that a man must have shown the woman disrespect or failed to nurture the marriage.
Ogbodo emphasised that if a man refuses to love, protect, and give peace to his wife, the responsibility for the breakdown rests entirely with him.
It would be recalled that Uche Ogbodo also recently underwent cosmetic surgery and shared videos with her fans online,
The actress had remained on the lips of many Nigerians following her role in the trending movie Love in Every Word.
Entertainment
Kate Henshaw Speaks Against ‘Gate Crashing’
Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has expressed her distaste for individuals who attend events without being invited. The actress in an Instagram video, spoke about the importance of self respect and being considerate.
Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has expressed her distaste for individuals who attend events without being invited. The actress in an Instagram video, spoke about the importance of self respect and being considerate.
The Tide Entertainment reports that she questioned the popular act of ‘gate crashing’, regarding it as a rude and disrespectful behaviour. Henshaw also urged Nigerians to refrain from attending gatherings where they are not invited.Nigerian Politics Analysis
”I want to talk about something rampant, has been rampant, and is still rampant. I just want to ask those of you who show up uninvited at events and parties, what’s your purpose? What do you aim to achieve? Then, those of you who receive a card that admits only one person and invite all your village people, don’t check with the host; you pack your people and come. What are you doing there? Why don’t you respect yourself and stay away? It’s rude, you’re a gate crasher. Respect yourself enough to stay away from places you aren’t invited to,” she said.
Entertainment
Oscars Set 2027 And 2028 Dates Ahead Of 100th Edition In 2028
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has unveiled dates for both the 99th Academy Awards and its landmark 100th ceremony. The back-to-back events, set for 2027 and 2028, will mark the final years of the Oscars airing on longtime broadcast partner ABC before a major shift to YouTube.
The 99th Oscars will take place on Sunday, March 14, 2027, followed by the historic 100th edition on Sunday, March 5, 2028. Both ceremonies will broadcast live at 7 p.m. ET from the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood and reach audiences in over 200 territories worldwide. Looking ahead, the Academy has also confirmed a venue change, with the ceremony set to move to the Peacock Theater beginning in 2029, where it will remain through 2039.
The Tide Entertainment reports that the announcement comes amid a shifting broadcast landscape. ABC is gearing up for a packed 2027 schedule, including its debut as the home of the Grammy Awards and its first Super Bowl broadcast in over two decades. Meanwhile, this year’s Oscars telecast saw a dip in viewership, drawing 17.86 million viewers across ABC and Hulu, a 9% decline from the previous year’s five-year high.
Still, excitement around the awards remains strong. The most recent ceremony crowned Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” as Best Picture, while early buzz for the upcoming season is already building. Anticipated contenders include the Ryan Gosling-led “Project Hail Mary,” Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Three” starring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, and Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s “Digger” featuring Tom Cruise.
No hosts have been announced yet for either ceremony, adding another layer of anticipation to the milestone events.
In addition to confirming the ceremony dates, the Academy also released its full calendar for the 2026–2027 awards season, outlining key milestones from the eligibility period beginning January 1, 2026, to nominations voting in January 2027, and final voting in early March.
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