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• SZA Slams Misogynoir: Defends Cynthia Erivo Amid Wicked Memes

  SZA BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.SZA has made headlines in recent days by taking a firm public stand against online harassment directed at her Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo. The Grammy-winning artist commented on an Instagram reel from content creator thefilmdiva on November 28th, calling out what she describes as classic misogynoir targeting Erivo. The controversy stems from a November 13th incident at the Wicked: For Good Singapore premiere where a fan rushed Ariana Grande on the yellow carpet. Erivo immediately stepped in to shield Grande, pulling the intruder away and offering comfort as they continued down the carpet. While many praised Erivo's protective instinct, the moment quickly spawned viral memes and videos that SZA found deeply troubling. The memes depicted Erivo as skeletal, overly masculine, and exaggerated her protective gestures, often accompanied by men mimicking her movements.In her Instagram comment, SZA expressed frustration that such bias persists in 2025, writing that everyone will look back with regret and ask, remember when everyone attacked Cynthia for being Black, bald, and nurturing? That was crazy. She emphasized that the treatment represents nothing but classic misogynoir and called for it to stop immediately. SZA's defense reflects a pattern of advocacy on her part. Earlier, when Erivo was named to British GQ's Men of the Year list, SZA defended the inclusion by noting that Kim Kardashian and other women have also received the honor, clarifying that the category name does not reflect identity.Erivo herself addressed the Singapore incident during an appearance on the Today Show on November 20th, explaining that she wasn't thinking strategically but simply wanted to ensure her friend was safe. She described her bond with Grande as a long-lasting sisterhood formed during filming and emphasized their mutual support through the promotional tour.Meanwhile, SZA continues her touring commitments. She performed at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto on December 5th as part of her SOS Tour, maintaining her presence in the music industry while also leveraging her platform to call out what she views as discriminatory online behavior targeting Black women in entertainment.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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• SZA's Grammy Sweep, Concert Arrest, and Meet-and-Greet Mishap

  SZA BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.SZA has had quite the eventful week, with both triumphant career moments and a troubling incident at a public meet-and-greet.The biggest news came when SZA made Grammy history with her deluxe re-release of her album SOS, achieving a nine-song Grammy sweep according to LA 105 and Mad Town Jamz. This is nothing short of historic for the artist, whose full name is Solána Imani Rowe, marking a massive milestone in her career just nine months after dropping the original studio album.On the entertainment front, SZA had a girl's night out at a Sabrina Carpenter concert in Los Angeles this past week. Elle reports that SZA showed up with Selena Gomez, where she was an interactive part of the show and even got playfully "arrested" by Carpenter for being "so damn beautiful." The photos show SZA in a stunning bright red bustier corset top paired with a baby blue satin skirt, full glam makeup, and layered red necklaces. It's the kind of celebrity friendship moment that fans love to see.However, the week also took a darker turn when an incident occurred at the Grand National Tour with Kendrick Lamar. According to AOL, SZA was engaged in a meet-and-greet outside State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona on Wednesday, signing autographs and interacting with fans. A bracelet was thrown and hit her in the face. The video that circulated on TikTok showed SZA visibly shocked, pulling back before immediately walking away without saying a word, followed by her security team.The incident sparked significant outrage on social media, with fans expressing frustration that such behavior discourages artists from holding meet-and-greet events. However, SZA addressed it later through her Instagram Story, reassuring followers that she wasn't actually upset. According to BuzzFeed, she explained that the person who threw the bracelet didn't even realize they had hit her, and she made clear that everything was fine and she held no hard feelings about it.The week showcases both the heights of SZA's career success and the unfortunate realities of being a major celebrity in the social media age, where one negative moment can quickly overshadow the positive momentum she's building with her Grammy-breaking achievements.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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• SZA's LA Arrest, UK Tour Buzz, & Grammy Nods: Inside Her Unstoppable Rise

  SZA BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.This week SZA generated media buzz in Los Angeles when Sabrina Carpenter jokingly “arrested” her for being “too hot” during Sabrina’s Short n Sweet tour at Crypto.com Arena. Fans cheered as Sabrina paused her set to put SZA in the playful spotlight, handing her fluffy pink handcuffs and bantering about SZA’s chart-topping album SOS. As the crowd erupted, SZA shared the moment on Instagram Stories with her signature shy sense of humor, calling herself a “shy guy.” According to Elle, SZA turned this playful run-in into a girls’ night with Selena Gomez, showing up at the show together in full glam, turning heads across social media. Sabrina’s “arrest” segment routinely grabs headlines for its nods to music’s biggest names, but with SZA in the house, the buzz was next-level.On the business and touring front, SZA is headed back to the UK for the Grand National Tour in 2025, co-headlining with Kendrick Lamar. According to Hospitality Centre, major stadium dates have been set in Glasgow, Birmingham, Cardiff, and London, giving British fans their first live taste of SZA’s powerhouse vocals since her explosive run at BST Hyde Park. Demand for hospitality packages and VIP tickets is surging, with SZA already teasing new tracks and setlist shakeups likely for this leg of the tour. The buzz is not just about music—her name is synonymous with sold-out arenas and high-wattage collaborative energy, as seen from her recent Super Bowl cameo with Kendrick and the “All The Stars” encore moment that trended worldwide.Award season is shaping up in SZA’s favor again. HotNewHipHop reports she just broke a Grammy record with nine nominations from one album, eclipsing Beyoncé’s previous mark. Her SOS Deluxe: LANA dropped four new tracks, and “30 For 30” with Kendrick is up for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, alongside nods for “Crybaby” and others. SZA told GQ she has already started crafting a new album, signaling that her creative momentum is nowhere near slowing down, even after the tour.On social, SZA stirred conversation after a candid series of tweets expressing frustration over blurred boundaries with fans, vowing to pull back from oversharing and redirect questions to her longtime manager Punch. This move, covered by Rap-Up, drew a strong fan reaction and reignited discussion about privacy in the spotlight. Meanwhile, a so-called feud with Nicki Minaj resurfaced on TMZ and AOL, but SZA addressed it directly in GQ and AOL, stating, “I don’t know her,” and shutting down the rumors as unfounded. All eyes remain on her as Grammy night approaches, a new album brews, and her DMs, as always, are full.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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• SZA's Stardom Soars: Sabrina Carpenter Stunt, Shaboozey Romance & Stadium Tour News

  SZA BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.In the past few days SZA has been the subject of headline-grabbing moments blending music business and social sparkle with a healthy dose of pop culture intrigue. Her most visible public appearance came on Thursday night November 19 during Sabrina Carpenter’s Short n Sweet Tour stop in Los Angeles. Carpenter put SZA on blast in front of a sold-out arena as her chosen “arrested” celebrity for being, in her words, “too hot” and passed on a pair of signature fuzzy pink handcuffs before launching into her song Juno. According to iHeartRadio’s KDWB and Kiss108 coverage as well as Elle, the playful moment had the audience losing it with SZA bashfully playing along and later reposting video to her own Instagram Stories, calling herself a shy guy and laughing at the spectacle. She was joined that night by Selena Gomez, the duo spotted together in Instagram pics that quickly made celebrity news slideshows—SZA wore a red satin bustier top with a baby blue skirt, all full glam, clearly enjoying a girls’ night in the spotlight. Behind the scenes SZA has been in the news for more substantial moves, too. Rap-Up and Hospitality Centre report that after a blockbuster year—“SOS Deluxe: Lana” adding 15 fresh tracks, touring with Kendrick Lamar, and a splashy Super Bowl halftime appearance—the singer is gearing up for another massive run. The Grand National Tour, co-headlined with Lamar, will bring her to huge UK stadiums in July 2025 with dates in Glasgow Cardiff Birmingham and two shows in London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium—a sign of her permanent leap into stadium headline status, not just R&B royalty. Industry rumors about new music keep bubbling but SZA herself scolded fans on social media, insisting “I'll be starting LANA from scratch. Do not ask me about it again. Thank you.” indicating the pressure of hype and possibility of more surprises to come.Business headlines reflect biographical significance: at the 2025 MTV VMAs, SZA was nominated for Best R&B Song and Best Collaboration with Kendrick Lamar, but skipped the ceremony, later posting on Instagram about “finding peace,” per AOL. She continues to reflect in interviews—most recently with Interview magazine—on her sense of being an industry outsider despite chart-topping success, talking with candor about imposter syndrome and how creativity is still fueled by a willingness to be uncomfortable. Elsewhere in the gossip columns, SZA’s relationship with Shaboozey seems official after months of speculation. Mix107.9 reports that the two debuted as a couple at the GQ Man of the Year event in LA, smiling and whispering through the night. And socially SZA made waves supporting Mac Miller’s posthumous project with a heartfelt social post, reiterating her vulnerability and loyalty as a friend and collaborator. No credible negative controversy or unconfirmed drama surfaced in recent days—she even laughed off supposed “beef” with Nicki Minaj in a People interview, saying pointedly “I don’t know her.” In sum the last week finds SZA as both public muse and private individual: publicly celebrated, privately reflective, always in creative motion, and never far from the pop cultural bullseye.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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• SZA's Viral Birthday, Record-Breaking Tour, and Fight Against Food Insecurity

  SZA BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.SZA has become one of the busiest and most dynamic figures in music and activism over the past few days. On the heels of her birthday, she set social media on fire with a now-viral Instagram carousel that saw her pulling off a full split in a chocolate-brown bodysuit, butter-yellow socks, and clear heels. Fans responded with collective awe and celebration while SZA cheekily announced the permanent restock of her NOT BEAUTY online shop. She wrapped the post with “LOVE YOU HAVE FUN!! Ayyyee I’m alive still,” echoing a sense of resilience that feels emblematic of her recent public presence. The birthday shoot didn’t just flex her physical agility; it reinforced her brand’s staying power in the beauty market.In much bigger news, SZA made headlines by launching a major charitable initiative to fight food insecurity, aligning with Jon & Vinny’s, the Los Angeles restaurant, and her NOT Charity. In response to the disruption of SNAP benefits caused by the government shutdown, she orchestrated the giveaway of 1400 free meals to affected Angelenos, providing 100 dinners for two each day from November 11 to 18. Her message—“it ain’t no fun if the homies can’t have none”—went viral, speaking both to her humility and her commitment to community. SZA’s charity action received widespread praise across news platforms like BET, Complex, and ABC Audio, with Instagram posts echoing thousands of likes and grateful comments. It’s worth noting that SZA didn’t just partner from afar; she personally reached out to Jon & Vinny’s to drive this effort, positioning herself as a leading voice for mutual aid and basic humanity while the shutdown left millions at risk.On the performance front, SZA remains a box office juggernaut. The ongoing Grand National Tour with Kendrick Lamar shattered records, becoming the highest-grossing hip-hop tour ever, grossing over $332 million according to outlets like HotNewHipHop and Alice 96.5. Even as she prepares for the UK leg of the tour in summer 2025—headlining stadiums in Glasgow, Birmingham, Cardiff, and London—SZA has fans buzzing about new music. She confirmed she’s starting a new album, ‘LANA,’ from scratch, expressing on social that it’s inspired by her first tattoo and represents the B-side of her acclaimed “SOS.”Other credible sources have noted her continued collaborations and playful teasing online, including engagement posts with artists like Steve Lacy, sparking speculation of a future collab though there’s no official confirmation yet.In summary, SZA’s latest birthday bash doubled as a viral social event, she elevated her activist game by feeding fellow Californians during the SNAP crisis, and cemented her status as a record-breaking live performer who’s unafraid to start fresh musically. The coming weeks will surely keep her at the center of both industry and community conversation.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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