CONNECT PREP Onair & Social Media Ready Features, Kickers and Interviews
CONNECT PREP OnAir & Social Media ready features, kickers and interviews. MONDAY, JULY 19th, 2021
MUSIC
Britney Spears Calls Out Dad And Sister On Instagram AUDIO: Clip of Jamie Lynn Spears performing LENGTH: 00:00:19 SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LEAD: Britney Spears is taking no prisoners. The pop star went on Instagram to slam her dad and sister. She called out little sis, Jamie Lynn, saying she hated when she sang her songs in 2017 without her permission. In a lengthy caption littered with emojis, Brit slammed people who “never showed up for her” and said the conservatorship, quote, “killed my dreams.” The 39-year-old’s seething post comes after she was granted to right to her own lawyer. OUTCUE: and everyone else's
Shakira Fans Think She’s About To Come Out As Lesbian AUDIO: "Don't Wait Up" by Shakira LENGTH: 00:00:14 SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LEAD: Shakira’s fans think she’s about to come out as lesbian. The “Hips Don’t Lie” singer temporarily changed her Twitter photo and header to a faded mix of pink, orange and white, which represent the lesbian pride flag. No word yet from the singer addressing the speculation. The 43- year-old drops a new single this Friday called “Don’t Wait Up.” OUTCUE: (music fades)
Camila Cabello Talks Embracing Her Body AUDIO: Camila Cabello (TikTok) LENGTH: 00:00:17 SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LEAD: Camila Cabello is done with being at war with her body. The 24-year-old singer took to TikTok to share a powerful message about embracing her imperfections. While sitting in her car after a run, she talked about how grateful she is for her body. The body-positive warrior has a new single, "Don't Go Yet,” dropping Friday. OUTCUE: own that baby
Backstreet Boys Talk Vegas ‘Christmas Party’ AUDIO: Nick Carter + Music LENGTH: 00:00:10 SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LEAD: The Backstreet Boys are giving people what they want -- and more! AJ McLean, Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, Brian Littrell and Kevin Richardson are returning to the stage this holiday season for a new Las Vegas residency. It’s called A Very Backstreet Christmas Party. The singers tell us they’re even open to an ultimate boy band stadium tour with *NSYNC and 98 Degrees. Dates for the 12 live holiday kickoff November 11th and wrap up December 23rd. OUTCUE: (music fades)
Biz Markie Dead At 57 AUDIO: "Just A Friend" by Biz Markie LENGTH: 00:00:31 AUDIO: LL Cool J (Instagram) LENGTH: 00:00:16 SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LEAD: Biz Markie, most famous for his iconic song "Just a Friend," has died. He was 57. Markie's brother, Diamond Shell, confirmed the news on Facebook. According to TMZ, Markie died due to diabetes while at a hospital in Baltimore surrounded by his family. LL Cool J shared a teary Instagram video remembering the late rapper. Questlove, Jona Hill, Ice T and mor paid tribute to the late rapper on social media.
Selena Gomez Hilariously Roasts Her Younger Self in TikTok Video AUDIO: Selena Gomez (TikTok) LENGTH: 00:00:10 SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LEAD: Selena Gomez is not afraid to laugh at herself! The 28-year-old took to TikTok to poke fun at some of the comments she made about her hair while on a red carpet back in 2007. In the video, she twirls around a neon-colored wig while lip syncing to audio from the interview. In the new now- viral video, Gomez captioned it, "To my younger self: you're not cool bro." OUTCUE: Vogue party
MOVIES AND TV
Spike Lee Accidentally Announces Top Cannes Film Festival Winner AUDIO: Spike Lee (Cannes Film Fest) LENGTH: 00:00:08 SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LEAD: Spike Lee accidentally revealed the top winner at the Cannes Fill Festival way before it was time. He announced “Titane” won the 2021 Palme d'Or while he was supposed to call out a different prize winner. So much for saving the best for last. He said sorry, telling Variety, “I have no excuses. I messed up.” The director was the head of the jury for the festival this year. The Cannes people apparently told him to “forget about it.” OUTCUE: ah
LIFESTYLE AND OFFBEAT
Monkey Loose In Clothing Store NO AUDIO – ONLY SOCIAL SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LEAD: What would you do if you saw a monkey while out shopping? That's exactly what happened at a clothing store in Tennessee. The monkey escaped its owner’s car and snuck into the air- conditioned shop. Check it out:
Boy Gifted A New Scooter After His Was Stolen NO AUDIO – ONLY SOCIAL SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LEAD: A young boy in Brooklyn got a very special gift from the NYPD and community leaders for his 7th birthday. Take a look:
Giraffes Frolic In The Rain At Zoo NO AUDIO – ONLY SOCIAL SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LEAD: Giraffes at a zoo in Tucson, Arizona really seemed to love the rain! Reid Park Zoo said the giraffes are sheltered when there's lightning nearby, but this particular rain shower was calm enough for them to enjoy.
SPORTS
Shawn Johnson East Talks Eating Disorder AUDIO: Shawn Johnson East LENGTH: 00:00:23 SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LEAD: Shawn Johnson East says looking back on her 2008 Olympic Gold Medal moment makes her “sad.” The U.S. gymnast revealed the footage reminds her of the eating disorder she developed at the time. During her guest appearance on the ‘Dinner Party with Jeremy Fall’ podcast, the now-29- year-old says she just wanted the judges to like her. Because of the mental toll of the competitions, Shawn retired before the 2012 trials in London. The Tokyo olympics begins Friday and ends August 8th. OUTCUE: moment for me
TODAY IN HISTORY
Today In History 1cut AUDIO: Police officer LENGTH: 00:00:09 LEAD: From July 19, 1968 -- 53 years ago, James Earl Ray, the man convicted of assasinating Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. arrived back to the United State after being extradited from London where he was arrested. A Shelby County, Tennessee, police officer read Ray his Miranda rights. OUTCUE: have a lawyer
Today In History 2cut AUDIO: McAuliffe, Christa LENGTH: 00:00:11 LEAD: From July 19, 1985 -- 36 years ago, Christa McAuliffe of Concord, New Hampshire, was chosen from a group of ten finalists to be the first schoolteacher in space. NOTE: McAuliffe and six others died the following January when shuttle Challenger exploded just after lift-off. OUTCUE: taking with me
Today In History 3cut AUDIO: Jackson, Jesse LENGTH: 00:00:11 LEAD: From July 19, 1988 -- 33 years ago, many consider it the highlight of the 1988 Democratic National Convention. Jesse Jackson addressed an overflow crowd at the Omni Arena in Atlanta. In his speech, Jackson paid special attention to the poor. OUTCUE: you can make it (2x)
Today In History 4cut AUDIO: Martz, Charlie LENGTH: 00:00:07 LEAD: From July 19, 1989 -- 32 years ago, a United Airlines D-C 10 crashed while trying to make an emergency landing in Sioux City, Iowa, killing 111 people. Charlie Martz was among the 184 survivors. NOTE: Please note the nature of the language. OUTCUE: in my life
Today In History 5cut AUDIO: Rose, Pete LENGTH: 00:00:09 LEAD: Deals with July 19, 1990 -- 31 years ago, Pete Rose received a five-month prison sentence for tax evasion. He had failed to report income from appearances at baseball-card shows and from selling baseball collectibles. Gambling had been at the root of Rose's problems. A few days before sentencing, Rose hoped his betting days were over. OUTCUE: I miss it
Today In History 6cut AUDIO: Clinton, Bill LENGTH: 00:00:11 LEAD: From July 19, 1993 -- 28 years ago, President Clinton announced a policy allowing homosexuals to serve in the military under a compromise dubbed "don't ask, don't tell." He said it was the right thing to do. NOTE: The policy lasted until 2011. OUTCUE: sexual misconduct
Today In History 7cut AUDIO: Roberts, John LENGTH: 00:00:05 LEAD: From July 19, 2005 -- 16 years ago, President Bush nominated John Roberts to fill the seat of Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor. NOTE: Roberts was eventually confirmed as Chief Justice following the death of William Rehnquist. OUTCUE: the Supreme Court
Today In History 8cut AUDIO: Queen LENGTH: 00:00:22 LEAD: ***A birthday cut.*** Lead guitarist Brian May of Queen was born July 19, 1947 -- 74 years ago. Here is May performing a solo guitar cut from the classic "We Will Rock You." OUTCUE: (music fades)
Today In History 9cut AUDIO: Edwards, Anthony LENGTH: 00:00:06 LEAD: ***A birthday cut.*** Actor Anthony Edwards was born July 19, 1962 -- 59 years ago. He played Goose in "Top Gun," but Edwards is most famous for his role as Dr. Mark Greene on "ER." OUTCUE: else you need?
Today In History 10cut AUDIO: Cumberbatch, Benedict LENGTH: 00:00:03 LEAD: ***A birthday cut.*** Actor Benedict Cumberbatch was born July 19, 1976 -- 45 years ago. Cumberbatch was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Alan Turing in the film "The Imitation Game." OUTCUE: a digital computer
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