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Performances from Elton John Impact Award Recipient and Host Billy Porter, Allison Russell, Ben Platt, David Archuleta, Meghan Trainor, Melissa Etheridge, Orville Peck, RAYE and Victoria Monét

Elton John Honored Billy Porter with the Elton John Impact Award for His Advocacy of Marginalized Communities, LGBTQ+ Rights, HIV Care, Racial Justice and Gender Equity

With Notable Appearances from Alan Cumming and Joel Kim Booster, Adam Lambert, Brandi and Catherine Carlile, Brian Michael Smith, Brothers Osborne, Bruno Alcantara, Chappell Roan, Eddie Ndopu, Jazz Jennings, Jennifer Hudson, Jodie Sweetin and Kevin McHale, Paris Hilton, Priyanka, Sherry Cola, Tan France and Karamo Brown and more

Can’t Cancel Pride Streamed on iHeartRadio’s YouTube and Facebook Pages, Hulu, and Revry on June 12 and Will be Available Throughout Pride Month

NEW YORK – June 13, 2024 – iHeartMedia and P&G’s Can’t Cancel Pride 2024 event streamed on iHeartRadio’s YouTube and Facebook pages, Hulu and Revry yesterday evening at 8 p.m. ET. The evening recognized the impact both music and LGBTQ+ organizations have on the community and featured performances by Elton John Impact Award Recipient and host Billy Porter, honored for his advocacy of marginalized communities, LGBTQ+ rights, HIV care, racial justice and gender equity, Allison Russell, Ben Platt, David Archuleta, Meghan Trainor, Melissa Etheridge, Orville Peck, RAYE, Victoria Monét and more. The event will be available to stream throughout Pride Month.

In addition to music, Can’t Cancel Pride 2024 included special appearances from members of the LGBTQ+ community and advocates including Alan Cumming and Joel Kim Booster, Adam Lambert, Brandi and Catherine Carlile, Brian Michael Smith, Brothers Osborne, Bruno Alcantara, Chappell Roan, Elton John, Eddie Ndopu, Jazz Jennings, Jennifer Hudson, Jodie Sweetin and Kevin McHale, Paris Hilton, Priyanka, Sherry Cola, Tan France and Karamo Brown and more.

“The honor is all mine to present the third annual Elton John Impact Award to the extraordinary Billy Porter,” said Elton John. “His achievements go beyond winning an Emmy, Grammy, and Tony; Billy embodies authenticity, tirelessly using his platform to dismantle harmful stigmas. Whether it’s on TV screens or radio airwaves, Billy infuses every project with powerful LGBTQ+ representation, making a profound and lasting impact on audiences around the world. For these reasons and more, he is truly deserving of this honor. Thank you for being your authentic, trailblazing self, Billy!”

The event celebrated the trailblazers creating positive change across different areas of society while providing much needed visibility and funding for six LGBTQ+ organizations – CenterLink, GLAAD, National Black Justice Coalition, Outright International, The Trevor Project and SAGE –  to continue the transformative work they are accomplishing in support of the LGBTQ+ community. Now in its fifth year, the event has raised more than $17 million for those organizations and celebrated the profound impact of music, a unifying force that can drive society toward more equality and acceptance for all.

The benefit special included these special moments:

• Meghan Trainor and Gay Mens’ Chorus of Los Angeles opens the show with a performance of her new song “I Wanna Thank Me” and her hit “All About That Bass.”
• Host Billy Porter took a moment to share the importance of music and how “in groundbreaking moments and shattering ones, music keeps us powerful, visible, and drives inclusion across the board, inspiring the community to live our lives fully, authentically and full of pride.”
• Priyanka took the stage to shine a light on CenterLink and the essential resources they bring the community. This year, they are celebrating their 30th anniversary.
• Paris Hilton brought the audience behind the scenes to unveil how iHeartMedia and Paris Hilton’s 11:11 Media Impact joined forces to renovate spaces including the laundry room and closet at the Los Angeles LGBT Center, part of CenterLink, with the help of Emmy-winning design expert Bobby Berk who led the redesign. iHeartMedia and Paris Hilton focused efforts on highly visited areas of the Center, which offers showers, laundry service, food and clothes to LGBTQ+ youth to help them get back on their feet. Can’t Cancel Pride and Paris Hilton funded and redesigned the main dressing and laundry facilities, designed by Bobby Berk, including much needed new washing and drying machines, a supply of Tide and Downy donated by P&G, a complete renovation of the space, and clothes donated by IHL Group, Fabletics, and other brands in the closet.
• Ben Platt expressed his gratitude to the queer community and broke out his new original love song dedicated to his fiancé Noah Gavin, “Cherry on Top.”
• Melissa Etheridge shared that she admires how the queer community supports each other and is joined by Orville Peck to perform her 1993 classic hit “I’m The Only One.”
• Jennifer Hudson shared a message on the importance of using our voices to show love for each other and ourselves.
• David Archuleta performed “Hell Together,” an emotional story inspired by his mom’s never-ending support.
• RAYE bared her soul in a pitch-perfect performance of her new summer hit “Genesis,” conveying a message of hope captured by the theme “out of darkness comes light.”
• Brian Michael Smith shined a light on National Black Justice Coalition, a civil rights organization focused on empowering Black LGBTQ+/SGL people and families.
• Tan France and Karamo Brown opened up about their own struggles growing up and the importance of making everyone feel accepted.
• Three-time Grammy Award winning singer, songwriter and producer Victoria Monét had the crowd dancing with her electrifying performance of her hit single “On My Mama.”
• Sherry Cola and Anthony Allen Ramos, introduced Orville Peck, mentioning how GLAAD was proud to honor Orville with their Vito Russo Award this year.
• Orville Peck thanked GLAAD for honoring him this year and reminds the audience to support one another within the community. He sings about queerness everywhere on his breakout spring cover of “Cowboys Are Frequently Secretly Fond of Each Other,” from his new duets album “Stampede, Vol 1.”
• Brandi and Catherine Carlile spoke on their foundation “The Looking Out Foundation” and how with the help of P&G they gave back to Outright International’s organization Casa Frida Refugio, a center in Mexico providing an economic empowerment program to women at the center.
• Allison Russell shared how she wants the LGBTQ+ family to feel loved and performed her heartfelt track, “You’re Not Alone.”
• Elton John presented Billy Porter with the Elton John Impact Award in partnership with the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Elton recognizes Billy as “a true humanitarian who has made a long lasting impact as a fundraiser and awareness raiser, particularly when it comes to HIV and AIDS.”
• Billy Porter accepted his award “on behalf of all the lovers, all the fighters, all the icons, the people who gave everything they had, especially those with HIV who never got to see a world where we can live long, healthy lives.” After accepting his award, he invites fans to Black Mona Lisa Volume 2…The Cookout Sessions, closing out the show with an energetic performance.

With support from P&G brands including, Bounty®, Cascade®, Charmin®, Dawn®, Downy®, Febreze®, Gillette® Venus, Olay Body, Pantene®, Swiffer® and Tide®, the event is a month-long Pride celebration throughout June. Fans can follow along on social media using the hashtag #CantCancelPride and support the participating nonprofits by visiting cantcancelpride.com.

Additional proud partners of Can’t Cancel Pride include OLAY® and Vicks.

Executive Producers for “Can’t Cancel Pride” are John Sykes, Tom Poleman, Bart Peters and Gayle Troberman of iHeartMedia; “Can’t Cancel Pride” Co-Founder Brent Miller of P&G; David Collins, Rob Eric, and Renata Lombardo of Scout Productions and Executive Producer and Showrunner Larissa A.K. Matsson of Scout Productions.

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Renovation of Youth Center’s Laundry Room and Closet featured in P&G and iHeartMedia’s Can’t Cancel Pride 2024 – with a focus on showing impact in communities 

Los Angeles- June 11, 2024- iHeartMedia and Paris Hilton’s 11:11 Media Impact, the social impact arm of her next-gen media & consumer lifestyle company, joined forces to renovate spaces including the laundry room and closet at the Los Angeles LGBT Center, with the help of Emmy-winning design expert Bobby Berk who led the redesign. The Center is the world’s largest queer-serving nonprofit organization that provides safe space and services for LGBTQ+ people that span four broad categories: Health, Social Services and Housing, Culture and Education, and Leadership and Advocacy.

Paris Hilton and Bobby Berk were in attendance at the Center for the reveal of the makeover on May 23. The full reveal will be part of iHeartMedia and P&G’s Can’t Cancel Pride, a show streaming on June 12 that recognizes the impact both music and LGBTQ+ organizations have on the community, and raises funds and visibility for GLAAD, SAGE, The Trevor Project, the National Black Justice Coalition, CenterLink and Outright International.

Paris Hilton’s 11:11 Media Impact grants life-changing wishes, providing hope and fostering lasting positive impacts through direct service, special experiences, and transformative projects.  Hilton joined Can’t Cancel Pride to show community support and provide a “wish” in her own backyard. Together with iHeartMedia, they selected one of Can’t Cancel Pride’s beneficiaries, the LBGT Center in Los Angeles, part of CenterLink.

iHeartMedia and Paris Hilton focused efforts on highly visited areas of the Center, which offers showers, laundry service, food and clothes to LGBTQ+ youth to help them get back on their feet. Can’t Cancel Pride and Paris Hilton funded and redesigned the main dressing and laundry facilities, designed by Bobby Berk, including much needed new washing and drying machines, a supply of Tide and Downy donated by P&G, a complete renovation of the space, and clothes donated by IHL Group, Fabletics, and other brands in the closet.

The full reveal of the new youth center will be featured during Can’t Cancel Pride, streaming on iHeartRadio’s YouTube and Facebook pages, Hulu and Revry on June 12 at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT and will be available to stream throughout Pride Month.

Premiering today, June 10, the 10-episode limited series will explore Vider’s complex upbringing with his real life con-man father, as he unravels the astonishing truth about his illusive life 24 years later 

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WHAT: As kids, most of us look up to our Dads. A Dad should be a positive role model who shows us the value of hard work. Dads are supposed to teach us the difference between right and wrong. But that’s not the story we’re telling here. This is the story of Gary Vider, a successful stand-up comedian, who grew up with a Dad unlike any other. Manny Vider was a con man, who’s schemes and lies span over 4 decades. It’s been 24 years since Gary has seen his father and he doesn’t have a clue what he’s up to these days. But Gary is ready to open Pandora’s Box and take listeners on a deeply personal and comedic journey to uncover the outrageous truth about his Dad before he attempts to meet him face to face. Does Manny regret his con man life? Is he finally on the straight and narrow? Or is he still wearing a fake neck brace, forging documents, and creating sham businesses to scam anyone who will take the bait? Welcome to the hilarious and heartfelt true story of Gary Vider and his #1 Dad. 

WHO: Host Gary Vider is a New York City based comedian who has made a name for himself in the national comedy scene. Gary’s stand-up special “It Could Be Worse” recently premiered on his YouTube channel. His subtle style of humor took him all the way to the finals on season 10 of America’s Got Talent. His dry delivery has also earned him TV appearances on CONAN and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. His jokes have been published in the New York Times and Time Out NY Magazine. He was named a "Comic to Watch" by Esquire and was the winner of the 2014 Carolines on Broadway March Madness competition where he beat out 63 of the best young comedians. In early 2020, Gary released his debut comedy album, ‘Vider Las Vegas’. 

“#1 Dad” is a new limited series from iHeartMedia, Will Ferrell’s Big Money Player Network, and Radio Point with executive producers Adam Lowitt, Alex Bach, Daniel Powell, and Houston Snyder with Bernie Kaminski as producer. Brian Stern and Kenneth Slotnick of AGI Entertainment Media & Management also executive produce.

WHEN: The first two episodes premiere today, June 10, with new episodes airing every Monday.

WHERE: #1 Dad is part of the Big Money Players Network and is distributed by iHeartPodcasts. Fans can listen on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

SHOW PAGE: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-1-dad-182209950/ 

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ABOUT RADIO POINT

Radio Point is the podcasting venture helmed by veteran comedy producers Alex Bach and Daniel Powell of Irony Point (I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson, Life and Beth, HBO's Fantasmas) and audio producer Houston Snyder of Great City Post. Radio Point podcasts include Wikihole with D'Arcy Carden, Ruined with Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby, Netflix’s The Hall, and Marvel’s Unbeatable Squirrel Girl Radio Show. They have released various scripted and unscripted formats across a variety of genres. 

ABOUT BIG MONEY PLAYERS

Founded by Will Ferrell and iHeartMedia, Big Money Players Network (BMP) is the premiere destination for comedy podcasts and home to top comedic talent across a variety of formats and styles. In addition to audio’s No. 1 comedy “The Ron Burgundy Podcast,” BMP features award-winning hits like “Films To Be Buried With with Brett Goldstein,” “Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang,” “The Nikki Glaser Podcast," "Poog," and "Straightiolab." #1 Dad is executive produced by Will Ferrell, Hans Sahni, Olivia Aguilar, and iHeartMedia and is distributed through the iHeartPodcast Network.

Created By Ted Malawer, The Podcast Stars Michael Urie, Frankie Grande, Douglas Sills, Kate McKinnon And More

Listen to the trailer now, HERE

LOS ANGELES – June 10, 2024 – Ninth Planet Audio, an innovative podcast production company under Mosaic Media, proudly announces the premiere of its new audio fiction series, "Does This Murder Make Me Look Gay?!" on June 17, 2024, in collaboration with iHeartMedia’s Outspoken Podcast Network. Created by Ted Malawer, co-writer of Amazon Prime Video’s No. 1 worldwide hit, RED, WHITE & ROYAL BLUE, this premium podcast will release new episodes weekly starting Monday, June 17, 2024. Listen to the official audio trailer now, HERE.

As part of a two-year first-look deal between Ninth Planet Audio and iHeartMedia, this premium narrative podcast brings together a star-studded cast of queer talent (and queer icons) just in time for Pride Month including Michael Urie, Frankie Grande, Douglas Sills, Cheyenne Jackson, Jonathan Freeman, Brad Oscar, Robin de Jesús, Lea DeLaria, Sean Patrick Doyle, Seth Rudetsky, Lea Salonga, and Kate McKinnon, among others. 

"Does This Murder Make Me Look Gay?!" chronicles the gay life—and even gayer death—of Vandy Monroe III, a D-list movie director who invites his BFFs (aka his mortal enemies) to his ivy-covered mansion in the country. But his weekend goes awry when…he ends up slaughtered. Even worse, a snowstorm cuts off power and access—leaving everyone stranded until the roads can be cleared. Which is when the body count starts to rise.

Who’s killing all the queers?!?! The puerile porn star? The demented designer? What about the heir to the Raymour & Flanigan empire? It’s up to James Wilson, struggling mystery writer and trusted caretaker of Vandy’s estate, to figure out the killer’s identity before he—or she, or they—strike again!

Michael Urie (Shrinking, Ugly Betty), who stars as James Wilson, says, “My first thought when I read “Does This Murder Make Me Look Gay?!” was, “No, but the title does.” Upon finishing it, I realized I’d just read the funniest murder script of all time and couldn’t pass up the chance to help bring Ted’s queer fantasia to life." 

Frankie Grande (Titanique, Summoning Sylvia), who stars as Kelly Raymour & Flanigan, says, “I am beyond honored and thrilled to be a part of ‘Does This Murder Make Me Look Gay?!’ on iHeart’s Outspoken Podcast Network. Playing the fabulous and flatulent Kelly has been an absolute dream, and I can't wait for you all to join us on this wild, glamorous, and oh-so-dramatic ride. Get ready for a sensational blend of mystery, laughs, and a whole lot of fabulousness!”

Douglas Sills (The Gilded Age), who stars as Reginald Divine, said, “Ted’s work is in a genre all its own. It’s ferocious, erudite, and the funniest thing since the Tom Brady roast!”

Ted Malawer, who wrote and directed the series, commented, “‘Does This Murder Make Me Look Gay?!’ is the gayest thing I have ever done—and I’ve watched every episode of NBC’s “Smash” more than twice (RIP). It’s a murder mystery, a hysterical queer romp, and the perfect distraction while you’re stuck in traffic and shoveling down a Chalupa Supreme. Somehow, the most incredible cast agreed to be part of this comedy that tackles important, timely questions such as: ‘Can we still support Ellen?’ and ‘Why do twinks love iced coffee?’ In this day and age, we all must do our part to Make America Gay Again… and this is mine!”

All shows on the Outspoken Podcast Network are distributed by iHeartPodcasts. The network aims to amplify, elevate, and reflect the diversity, richness, and humanity of the voices throughout the LGBTQ+ community.  "Does This Murder Make Me Look Gay?!" will be available on the iHeartRadio app and all major podcast platforms beginning June 17, 2024.

For additional information, visit Ninth Planet Audio’s website.

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About Mosaic Media
Mosaic is a management and production company based in Los Angeles representing a range of clients, from actors like Will Ferrell, Jessica Chastain, Tessa Thompson, and Kumail Nanjiani to writers and directors like Judd Apatow, Jay Roach, and Barry Sonnenfeld. Mosaic’s production arm has produced film and TV, including TALLADEGA NIGHTS, STEPBROTHERS, BAD TEACHER, DOWNWARD DOG, and WEIRD CITY.

About Ninth Planet Audio
Ninth Planet Audio is a podcast production company launched by Mosaic Media focused on producing premium original series for all audio platforms. The company has a diverse slate of shows in various stages of production and development, spanning true crime, docuseries, to scripted comedy, all of which feature compelling storytelling and powerful voices.

 “New Music Friday” spotlights BIA ft. JID and Hardy

NEW YORK, N.Y. – June 7, 2024 – iHeartMedia recently celebrated new music and artists, including the latest World Premiere debuts, live events and more. 

On Friday, June 7, the “iHeartRadio Album Release Party” with Jon Bon Jovi will celebrate Bon Jovi’s new album “Forever,” presented by Hulu. Fans can tune in at 7pm ET/4pm PT via iHeartRadio's YouTube Channel or listen live on iHeartRadio's Classic Rock station. 

iHeartMedia World Premiered new singles from several artists recently, including Falling in Reverse and Jelly Roll’s “All My Life” on June 6 across all iHeartRadio Rock stations and BIA ft. JID’s “Lights Out” on June 7 across all iHeartRadio Hip Hop stations. On May 31, GloRilla’s “Wanna Be (Remix)” feat. Megan Thee Stallion & Cardi B had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartRadio Hip Hop stations and optional Rhythm CHR stations, and Foster the People’s “Lost in Space” had a World Premiere debut across all iHeartRadio Alternative stations. 

Additionally, BIA and JID were featured in “New Music Friday” slots across all iHeartRadio Rhythm CHR stations with “Lights Out” on June 7; and Hardy was featured in “New Music Friday” slots across all iHeartCountry stations on June 7.

For the latest news, music fans can follow iHeartRadio on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, and visit iHeartRadio.com

Weekly podcast will be hosted by Car and Driver Editor-in-Chief Tony Quiroga and Hearst Autos Chief Brand and Content Officer Eddie Alterman

Episode One takes listeners on the road with the Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato

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WHAT: Ruby, iHeartMedia’s branded studio dedicated to crafting meaningful, impactful and culturally relevant stories with partners, today debuted “Car and Driver’s Into Cars,” a new podcast co-produced with Car and Driver, America’s new-car bible.

“Car and Driver’s Into Cars” examines the hottest and most compelling new cars of the year. As the name suggests, this show brings listeners into the cars to hear the engines revving and the tires squealing. After experiencing the cars, the hosts step into the studio to talk to the people who designed and built them. Episode One features the Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato, and upcoming episodes will include the Acura Integra Type S, BMW i5 and 530i, Cadillac Celestiq, Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, and the Toyota Land Cruiser.

WHO: Hosts Tony Quiroga, Editor-in-Chief of Car and Driver, and Eddie Alterman, Chief Brand and Content Officer of Hearst Autos, will bring to the show the same intelligence, independence and irreverence that has made Car and Driver a trusted source for news and reviews since 1955, and they will deliver unfiltered conversations about the most compelling new vehicles on the road. eBay Motors is the exclusive sponsor of “Car and Driver’s Into Cars” for season one.   

WHEN: The first episode of “Car and Driver’s Into Cars” is available today, June 6, 2024. New episodes will post each Thursday.

WHERE: “Car and Driver’s Into Cars” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and is now available on iHeartRadio and everywhere podcasts are heard.

ASSETS: Download the podcast cover art HERE.

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About Car and Driver

Founded in 1955, Car and Driver is the definitive voice for car enthusiasts and the trusted guide for in-market car shoppers. With an online audience of 15 million unique visitors per month (ComScore) and an award-winning print magazine, Car and Driver is dedicated to delivering expert content and leading-edge insights on all things related to new, used, and pre-owned vehicles. With the most comprehensive vehicle testing, research, and reviews in the automotive category, Car and Driver provides the most trusted car-shopping experience for consumers and deep engagement for auto manufacturers and dealers. Follow Car and Driver on X, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

The Event Will Feature Special Appearances from Alan Cumming and Joel Kim Booster, Brandi Carlile and Catherine Shepherd, Brian Michael Smith, Brothers Osborne, Bruno Alcantara, Chappell Roan, Eddie Ndopu, Jazz Jennings, Jennifer Hudson, Jodie Sweetin and Kevin McHale, Paris Hilton, Priyanka, Quinn Christopherson, Sherry Cola, Tan France and Karamo Brown, Tori Kay and more

Previously Announced Performances from Elton John Impact Award Recipient and Host Billy Porter, Allison Russell, Ben Platt, David Archuleta, Meghan Trainor, Melissa Etheridge, Orville Peck, RAYE, Victoria Monét and more

Can’t Cancel Pride will stream on iHeartRadio’s YouTube and Facebook pages, Hulu, Revry, and The Advocate Channel

NEW YORK – June 5, 2024 – iHeartMedia and P&G today announced Can’t Cancel Pride 2024 will feature special appearances from members of the LGBTQ+ community and advocates including Alan Cumming and Joel Kim Booster, Brandi Carlile and Catherine Shepherd, Brian Michael Smith, Brothers Osborne, Bruno Alcantara, Chappell Roan, Eddie Ndopu, Jazz Jennings, Jennifer Hudson, Jodie Sweetin and Kevin McHale, Paris Hilton, Priyanka from “We’re Here,” Quinn Christopherson, Sherry Cola, Tan France and Karamo Brown, Tori Kay and more. Can’t Cancel Pride - an evening recognizing the impact both music and LGBTQ+ organizations have on the community, will feature performances by Elton John Impact Award Recipient and host Billy Porter being honored for his advocacy of marginalized communities, LGBTQ+ rights, racial justice and gender equity, Allison Russell, Ben Platt, David Archuleta, Meghan Trainor, Melissa Etheridge, Orville Peck, RAYE, Victoria Monét and more on June 12 from the iHeartRadio Theater in Los Angeles and remote locations across the country.

Fans can tune in to the one-hour benefit special, produced by iHeartMedia and P&G, on iHeartRadio’s YouTube and Facebook pages, Hulu and Revry on June 12 at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT and the special will be available to stream throughout Pride Month.

The event recognizes the trailblazers creating positive change across different areas of society while providing much needed visibility and funding for six LGBTQ+ organizations – CenterLink, GLAAD, National Black Justice Coalition, Outright International, The Trevor Project and SAGE –  to continue the transformative work they are accomplishing in support of the LGBTQ+ community. Now in its fifth year, the event will celebrate the profound impact of music, a unifying force that can drive society toward more equality and acceptance for all.

See below for a sneak peek of what fans can expect in Can’t Cancel Pride 2024:

• Allison Russell shares her heartfelt track, “You’re Not Alone.”
• Billy Porter invites fans to Black Mona Lisa Volume 2…The Cookout Sessions! Plus, Elton John presents Billy Porter with the Elton John Impact Award in partnership with the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
• Ben Platt breaks out a new original love song dedicated to his fiancé Noah Galvin, “Cherry on Top.”
• David Archuleta performs “Hell Together,” an emotional story inspired by his mom’s never-ending support.
• Meghan Trainor and Gay Mens’ Chorus of Los Angeles join together for her new single “I Wanna Thank Me.”
• Melissa Etheridge is joined by a surprise guest to perform her 1993 classic hit “I’m The Only One.”
• Orville Peck sings about queerness everywhere on his breakout spring cover of, “Cowboys Are Frequently Secretly Fond of Each Other.”
• RAYE bares her soul in a pitch-perfect performance of her new summer hit “Genesis,” conveying a message of hope captured by the theme “out of darkness comes light.”
• Three-time Grammy Award winning singer, songwriter and producer Victoria Monét will be giving an electrifying performance of her hit single “On My Mama.”

Can’t Cancel Pride was created during the COVID-19 pandemic when so many Pride events around the world were forced to cancel, limiting LGBTQ+ community visibility and decreasing fundraising activities for critical LGBTQ+ organizations. In its first four years, Can’t Cancel Pride has raised over 14 million dollars for six diverse LGBTQ+ charitable organizations. In 2023 alone, Can’t Cancel Pride reached over 23 million viewers and listeners.

With support from P&G brands including, Bounty®, Cascade®, Charmin®, Dawn®, Downy®, Febreze®, Gillette® Venus, Olay Body, Pantene®, Swiffer® and Tide®, the event is a month-long Pride celebration throughout June. Fans can follow along on social media using the hashtag #CantCancelPride and support the participating nonprofits by visiting cantcancelpride.com.

Additional proud partners of Can’t Cancel Pride include OLAY®, and Vicks, with more to be announced.

Executive Producers for “Can’t Cancel Pride” are John Sykes, Tom Poleman, Bart Peters and Gayle Troberman of iHeartMedia; “Can’t Cancel Pride” Co-Founder Brent Miller of P&G; David Collins, Rob Eric, and Renata Lombardo of Scout Productions and Executive Producer and Showrunner Larissa A.K. Matsson of Scout Productions.

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The Two-Day Main Stage Event Will Feature Performances by Big Sean, Camila Cabello, Doja Cat, Dua Lipa, Gwen Stefani, Halsey, Hozier, Keith Urban, New Kids on the Block, Paramore, Shaboozey, The Black Crowes, Thomas Rhett, Victoria Monét and More; Hosted by Ryan Seacrest on September 20 and 21 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas

Hulu to Serve as the Official Streaming Destination of the Festival

Tickets Available to General Public on AXS.com beginning June 14

NEW YORK -June 4, 2024- iHeartMedia today announced the lineup for the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One, the annual concert event taking place on Friday, Sept. 20 and Saturday, Sept. 21 at T-Mobile Arena. This year, the epic two-day lineup for the iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One will feature performances by A$AP Rocky, Big Sean, Camila Cabello, Doja Cat, Dua Lipa, Gwen Stefani, Halsey, Hozier, Keith Urban, New Kids on the Block, Paramore, Shaboozey, The Black Crowes, The Weeknd, Thomas Rhett, Victoria Monét and a special appearance by Coldplay’s Chris Martin. . Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, the iHeartRadio Music Festival will once again include one-of-a-kind collaborations and surprise performances.

“The iHeartRadio Music Festival is the one time each year when the best-in-class superstar artists from all genres of music come together to share one stage for a weekend of live music,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer and John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises of iHeartMedia. “And with Hulu as the Official Streaming Destination, the festival will reach even more fans across the country.”

Each night, the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One will broadcast live for fans via iHeartMedia radio stations throughout the country across more than 150 markets. Hulu will be the Official Streaming Destination of the festival, with performances livestreamed each night exclusively to all Hulu subscribers at no additional cost. Additional information about the livestream will be posted across Hulu’s platform and social media channels.

Eligible Capital One cardholders will have priority access to presale tickets for the iHeartRadio Music Festival beginning Wednesday, June 12 at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET through Friday, June 14 at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET or while presale tickets last. For presale tickets and more details, visit iHeartRadio.com/CapitalOne. Eligible Capital One cardholders can also add a Capital One Access Pass to their purchase, to enjoy an exclusive cardholder pre-concert event featuring a private soundcheck performance by New Kids on the Block, plus complimentary light fare, drinks, and more. Capital One Access Passes are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Additionally, when the presale period opens, eligible Capital One cardholders can also redeem their rewards for tickets, Capital One Access Passes, and special VIP packages on Capital One Entertainment while supplies last.

“This year’s iHeartRadio Music Festival includes a great lineup of artists across a variety of genres,” said Byron Daub, Vice President of Sponsorships and Experiential Marketing at Capital One. “Our cardholders are huge music fans, and we’re thrilled to offer them unique access to the concert event, giving them the chance to experience some of their favorite artists in an unforgettable way.”

Tickets go on sale to the general public on AXS.com beginning Friday, June 14 at 2 p.m. ET.

In addition, throughout a summer-long on-air and online promotion, iHeartMedia station listeners across the country will have chances to win exclusive trips to Las Vegas where they will join thousands of other dedicated music fans to experience the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Festival.

Proud partners of this year's event include Presenting Partner Capital One, The Hartford Small Business Insurance, Hyundai, M&M's®, [ yellow tail ], with more to be announced.

The iHeartRadio Music Festival live video stream on Hulu will be executive produced by John Sykes, Tom Poleman and Bart Peters from iHeartMedia along with Michael D. Ratner, Scott Ratner, Kfir Goldberg, Simone Spira, and Glenn Stickley from OBB LiVE, the live event and specials division of OBB Media. iHeartMedia and OBB Media are expanding their production partnership after producing last year’s iHeartRadio Jingle Ball TV Special, which aired on ABC and Hulu.

For more details about the iHeartRadio Music Festival visit iHeartRadio.com/festival.

Artists and/or event are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

About Capital One

At Capital One we’re on a mission for our customers – bringing them best-in-class products, rewards, service, and experiences. Capital One is a diversified bank that offers products and services to individuals, small businesses and commercial clients. We use technology, innovation, and interaction to provide consumers with products and services to meet their needs. Through Capital One Entertainment and Capital One Dining, we provide our rewards cardholders with access to unforgettable experiences in the areas they’re passionate about, including music, dining, sports and the arts. Learn more at capitalone.com/ entertainment and capitalone.com/dining. 

About Hulu

Hulu is the leading and most comprehensive all-in-one premium streaming service that offers an expansive slate of live and on-demand entertainment, both in and outside the home, through a wide array of subscription options that give consumers ultimate control over their viewing experience. As part of the Disney Entertainment segment, Hulu is the only on-demand offering that provides access to shows from every major U.S. broadcast network, libraries of hit TV series and films – including licensed content available exclusively on Hulu – and award-winning Hulu Originals, both with and without commercials. With Hulu + Live TV, subscribers receive a unique combination of access to 95+ live news, entertainment and sports TV channels from 20th Television, The Walt Disney Company, ABC, NBCUniversal, CBS Corporation, The CW, Turner Networks, A+E Networks and Discovery Networks, as well as Hulu’s on-demand library, Disney+, and ESPN+ included as part of the base plan. Visit hulu.com to subscribe or learn more about the service.

About T-Mobile Arena

T-Mobile Arena, the 20,000-seat venue located on the Las Vegas Strip between Park MGM and New York-New York, opened April 6, 2016. The arena hosts more than 100 events annually including major headline entertainment, awards shows, UFC, boxing, basketball and other sporting events, family shows and special events. T-Mobile Arena also is the home of the Vegas Golden Knights, a National Hockey League expansion team and the city’s first professional sports team, as well as UFC’s exclusive Las Vegas arena destination. The venue, named the No. 1 venue on Billboard Magazine’s 2018 Arena Power List as well as the “Best New Major Concert Venue” by Pollstar Magazine in 2016, features 50 luxury suites, more than two dozen private loge boxes, complete broadcast facilities, and other specially designed exclusive hospitality offerings and fan amenities destined to create a guest experience second to none. Toshiba Plaza, an adjacent two-acre outdoor entertainment space, features performance stages, a variety of video screens and other interactive content and display areas. Industry-leading architect Populous designed T-Mobile Arena to meet the U.S. Green Building Council’s standards for LEED® Gold Certification. T-Mobile Arena is a privately funded joint venture between AEG and MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). For more information, visit T-MobileArena.com or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

The new weekly comedy series is hosted by “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” stars Stephanie Beatriz and Melissa Fumero, launching May 30

Listen to the official trailer for “More Better” HERE

NEW YORK – MAY 23, 2024 – iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher according to Podtrac, today announced “More Better with Stephanie and Melissa” a new weekly podcast hosted by “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” stars Stephanie Beatriz and Melissa Fumero. “More Better” is the latest series from actor, producer, entrepreneur and activist Wilmer Valderrama’s exclusive slate with iHeartMedia’s My Cultura Podcast Network, a network dedicated to elevating Latinx voices and stories and of which Valderrama is a stakeholder. The weekly podcast, co-produced by Valderrama’s production company WV Sound, will join previously released podcasts from this partnership, “Essential Voices with Wilmer Valderrama'' and “Date My Abuelita, First!” 

Launching May 30, actresses and real-life friends, Beatriz (Encanto, In The Heights) and Fumero (Digman!, Velma), will take listeners along on a personal ride through all aspects of life and share the juiciest cheat codes for adulting, while throwing in some hilarious anecdotes and probably a few embarrassing stories. Beatriz and Fumero will keep it real – and real fun – on their journey to be a little “more better.” Fans can listen to the official trailer HERE. 

“It’s been a dream being able to collaborate with my dear friends Melissa and Stephanie,” said Valderrama for My Cultura. “‘More Better’ is the next chapter in elevating and expanding the Latino reach in mainstream media. I am beyond grateful for the partnership WV Sound has built with iHeartMedia’s My Cultura Network and that we are continuing to deliver content that uplifts the voices of my community.”

“I am so excited to partner with Wilmer, the whole My Cultura team, and the good folks at iHeart on this new venture of podcasting with one of my favorite people in the whole world, Stephanie Beatriz. I hope each week we can make you smile, laugh, feel seen, and maybe add a little joy to your day”, said Fumero. 

“Melissa and I are in a consistent and hilarious ongoing discussion: it’s been a part of my life since we first met almost ten years ago. We can’t wait to let listeners (and hopefully new friends!) come along as we try to get a little more better at… honestly everything! I wouldn’t call either of us an expert at anything really! But we’re willing to laugh at all of our failures and engage in bad grammar for this podcast,” added Beatriz.

The My Cultura Podcast Network was announced in May 2021. In addition to Valderrama’s slate of shows, the network is home to hit podcasts including “Connections with Eva Longoria,” “Princess of South Beach'' starring Rachel Zegler (West Side Story) and Sheryl Rubio (Casa de las Flores), “Wrestling with Freddie” with Freddie Prinze, Jr., “Sisters of the Underground” executive produced by Eva Longoria and Dania Ramirez, “Chiquis and Chill,” “Escuela Secreta,” “Sacred Scandal,” “Overcomfort with Jenicka Lopez,” “Ay Por Favor,”  “Enrique Santos Podcast” and many more. 

The My Cultura Podcast Network is distributed by iHeartPodcasts, with all shows available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.

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Podcast cover art is available for download HERE. 

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About Stephanie Beatriz

Stephanie can currently be seen starring opposite Anthony Mackie in Peacock’s most popular series, Twisted Metal, based on the popular Playstation video game franchise. She inspired many with her endearing performance of “Mirabel” in Disney's Oscar-winning hit Encanto. She also stars opposite David Duchovny in the upcoming film Bucky F*cking Dent. Stephanie is best known for her work as Rosa Diaz on NBC's long running hit comedy Brooklyn Nine-Nine. She was also recently seen in the feature version of Lin Manuel Miranda’s highly anticipated In The Heights, directed by Jon Chu. Other voice over work includes the leading role of Sweet Mayhem in The Lego Movie opposite Chris Pratt and Elizabeth Banks and recurring roles on Bob’s Burgers, Bojack Horseman, Krapopolis, Legend Of Vox Machina, Twelve Forever, and Human Discoveries. Other television credits include One Day At A Time, Modern Family, and In The Dark for Hulu. Stephanie garnered rave reviews for her starring role in the 2017 SXSW Audience Award-winning film The Light Of The Moon. Other feature credits include Short Term 12, You’re Not You, and Half Magic.

About Melissa Fumero 

Melissa Fumero is an accomplished and Award-winning actor and director in television and film. She is best known for her role as ‘Amy Santiago’ in the critically acclaimed and Award-winning series Brooklyn Nine-Nine opposite Andy Samberg that ran for eight seasons. Fumero recently voiced the character (Bella) in Comedy Central’s adult animated series Digman! from Andy Samberg as well as voiced the character (Sophie) in Mindy Kaling’s animated series Velma on HBO Max. In the fall of 2022, Melissa starred opposite Randall Park in Netflix’s comedy series Blockbuster and in the IFC comedy film Barfight! with Rachel Bloom. Fumero made her professional debut in 2004 in her recurring role as ‘Adriana Cramer’ in the soap opera One Life to Live. Other previous roles on television include CW’s Gossip Girl, USA's Royal Pains and CBS' CSI: NY and The Mentalist. Melissa directed two episodes in the upcoming Freevee Original comedy Primo premiering May 2023. Previously, Fumero directed episodes of NBC’s comedy Grand Crew, HBO Max’s comedy Gordita Chronicles, and Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Fumero previously appeared in The Hollywood Reporter's "Young Hispanic Hollywood Class of 2013” and Variety listed her as one of its “10 Latinos to Watch.” In 2022, Fumero won the Imagen Foundation Award for “Best Supporting Actress - Comedy (Television)” on behalf of Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Fumero currently resides in Los Angeles, California with her husband and two children.

About Wilmer Valderrama

Actor, producer, and activist Wilmer Valderrama has been making audiences laugh, listen, and think for nearly two decades. Perhaps most recognized for his role as exchange student ‘Fez’ on the Emmy-nominated series That 70s Show, Valderrama currently stars in the #1 TV drama NCIS on CBS. He is also developing a live-action “Zorro” series at Disney Branded Television in which he will star and executive produce. On the big screen, he most recently lent his voice to the hit Academy Award-winning Disney animated film Encanto. Behind the camera, Valderrama partnered with John Pollack to launch Allied Management Group, which focuses on partnering with, collaborating, and representing new and existing Latino voices across traditional and digital media. He has also expanded his role with the My Cultura Podcast Network from iHeartMedia by becoming a shareholder. Following the success of ‘Essential Voices with Wilmer Valderrama’ and ‘Date My Abuelita, First!’, Valderrama is helping curate the network’s slate of Latinx-focused podcasts via WV Sound, led by Leo Klemm, Head of Podcasts, and has committed to a robust slate of new programing that will be executive produced by and/or star him. He and his production company, WV Entertainment, along with CBS TV Studios have multiple projects in development. Moreover, WV Entertainment is set to produce “The Chonga Girls” which follows two dangerously confident childhood friends, Mimi and Laura, who move from Miami to Hollywood to realize their dream of becoming famous. Outside of acting and producing, Valderrama is active in several philanthropic agencies including HARNESS, which he co-founded with America Ferrara and Ryan Piers William to connect communities through conversation to inspire action and power change.  He also serves on the board of Voto Latino, a spokesperson for the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), and a USO Global Ambassador.

NEW YORK, N.Y. – May 17, 2024 – iHeartMedia recently celebrated new music and artists, including the latest World Premiere debuts and more. 

iHeartMedia World Premiered new singles from artists including Lainy Wilson’s "Hang Tight Honey" on May 13 and Luke Combs’ "Ain't No Love In Oklahoma" on May 16 across all iHeartCountry stations. Additionally, Billie Eilish’s “Lunch” had a World Premiere debut on May 17 across all iHeartRadio CHR, Alternative Rock and Hot AC stations. 

Additionally, iHeart celebrated Billie Eilish’s new album “Hit Me Hard and Soft” with an “iHeartRadio Album Premiere” at midnight on May 17, right when it was released. The new album played in its entirety nationwide on local iHeartRadio CHR, Alternative Rock and Hot AC stations starting at 12:01 am ET. Along with the 10-track album, fans heard exclusive audio from Billie describing the story behind each of her new songs.

For the latest news, music fans can follow iHeartRadio on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, and visit iHeartRadio.com.