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Beyoncé Shuts Down Los Angeles in Shimmering Green Tinsel Skirt at Jay-Z Gig
Oct 30, 2026
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Jay-z
rapper · music mogul · producer
Also known as Shawn Carter, Hov
28 stories · latest Oct 30, 2026 · Celebrity, Music, Influencers & TikTok, Royals
Jay-z biography
Shawn Carter, known professionally as Jay-Z or Hov, is a Brooklyn-born rap icon, music titan, and business mogul who became hip-hop's first billionaire. Over his decades-long career, he has established himself as one of the most influential figures in popular music, founding the entertainment agency Roc Nation and winning multiple Grammy awards.
Recent coverage centers on major career retrospectives, including anniversary performances celebrating his 1996 debut album Reasonable Doubt and the release of his docuseries JAŸ-Z in 8. Reports also highlight his creative partnership and family life with wife Beyoncé, live stadium concerts, a viral resurgence on TikTok, and court proceedings regarding his legal feud with attorney Tony Buzbee.
- Coverage of Jay-Z highlights a dual emphasis on legacy milestones and ongoing industry influence.
- Recent reporting frequently connects his decades-long career achievements with contemporary relevance, spanning major stadium shows, docuseries releases, family life with Beyoncé, and high-profile legal matters.
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Beyoncé and Jay-Z Step Out for Lavish Ace of Spades Anniversary Celebration
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Influencers & TikTok
Charli D'Amelio Dishes on the Surreal Favor Beyoncé and Jay-Z Asked for Their Daughter
Oct 24, 2026
Music
Jay-Z Eyes the Stage: Hip-Hop Mogul Reportedly Set to Headline 2027 Super Bowl Halftime Show
Oct 20, 2026
Jay-z timeline
Aug 26, 2026
Jay-Z unveiled the trailer for his docuseries project JAŸ-Z in 8, directed by Rick Rubin.
Jay-Z Unveils New 'JAŸ-Z in 8' Docuseries Trailer Directed by Rick Rubin
Sep 10, 2026
A California appellate court threw out Jay-Z's defamation lawsuit against attorney Tony Buzbee.
Jay-Z Loses Appeals Court Fight Against Lawyer Who Accused Him Of Assault
Sep 11, 2026
Jay-Z celebrated the 30th anniversary of Reasonable Doubt in Paris with guest appearances by Justin Timberlake and Pharrell Williams.
Jay-Z Surprises Paris Concert With Justin Timberlake And Pharrell Williams
Sep 14, 2026
Jay-Z shared how Beyoncé and their three children provided feedback during private screenings of his docuseries.
Jay-Z Reveals How Beyoncé And Their Kids Really Feel About His New DocuseriesSep 15, 2026
Jay-Z praised Beyoncé's fearless studio recording process at the New York premiere for Jay-Z in 8.
Jay-Z Admits Beyoncé Is Way Braver in the Studio Than He Is
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Jay-z: your questions
What is Jay-Z's real name?
Jay-Z's real name is Shawn Carter.
Who is Jay-Z married to?
Jay-Z is married to global superstar Beyoncé, with whom he shares three children.
What is Roc Nation's role in the Super Bowl?
Roc Nation is Jay-Z's entertainment agency, which oversees the curation and production of the Super Bowl Halftime Show.
What is Jay-Z's new docuseries called?
His docuseries is titled JAŸ-Z in 8, directed by iconic producer Rick Rubin.
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The author claims she told Jay-Z about the alleged encounter decades ago and begged him not to get involved.
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The superstars made separate entrances in the UK capital for a night of elite birthday celebrations.
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Jay-Z Pauses London Stadium Concert For Sweet Birthday Tribute To Beyoncé
The hip-hop icon brought his Tottenham Hotspur Stadium show to a temporary halt to honor his superstar wife.
Sep 5, 2026
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Jay-Z Surprises London Crowd With Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean and Giggs
Hov kicked off his London tour stop at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with a surprise Fugees mini-reunion and a nod to local rap royalty.
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The G-Unit leader looks back at an early 2000s sneaker dispute on the set of a joint commercial.
Sep 4, 2026
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Aug 31, 2026
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A look back at the iconic August 1997 afternoon in London when a rising Jay-Z showed British music fans the future of hip-hop.
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