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Lizzo: Was Jay-Z’s Made In America Canceled Because Of Her?

Jay-Z’s Made in America festival has been canceled. Lizzo and SZA were the scheduled co-headliners. The event was scheduled for September 2 and 3 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Less than a…

Lizzo performs at Qudos Bank Arena on July 23, 2023 in Sydney, Australia

Lizzo performs at Qudos Bank Arena on July 23, 2023 in Sydney, Australia.

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Jay-Z’s Made in America festival has been canceled. Lizzo and SZA were the scheduled co-headliners. The event was scheduled for September 2 and 3 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Less than a month before the festival, the festival's official social account posted on Monday (August 8): "Made in America festival will no longer be taking place."

"This decision has been difficult and has not been made lightly nor without immense deliberation." They announced the festival would return next year and that all ticketholders would be issued refunds. Miguel, Tems, Metro Boomin, Ice Spice, Coi Leray, Latto, Lil Yachty, Doechii, and many more were scheduled to perform. Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney shared his disappointment on Twitter about the abrupt change. Neither Lizzo or SZA have commented on the cancellation at the time of our posting.

News of the cancellation comes one week after the 35-year-old singer was sued by three of her former dancers for sexual harassment and discrimination. In a 44-page lawsuit, the dancers detailed allege that Lizzo pressured them into attending a live sex show in Amsterdam. Among some of the details: "Lizzo began inviting cast members to take turns touching the nude performers, catching dildos launched from the performers’ vaginas, and eating bananas protruding from the performers’ vaginas."

There was also alleged racial discrimination against Black members of the dance team. They alleged they were being “treated differently.” They allegedly were accused of “being lazy, unprofessional, and having bad attitudes.” In response, Lizzo wrote on Instagram: "These last few days have been gut wrenchingly difficult and overwhelmingly disappointing. My work ethic, morals and respectfulness have been questioned. Usually, I choose not to respond to false allegations but these are as unbelievable as they sound and too outrageous to not be addressed."

June 30 is Social Media Day. The internet is filled with tons of content that you can tailor to your interests. When it comes to celebrities, so many stars have multiple social media accounts across Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram. How can you possibly keep track of who's active and actually engaging?

Well, look no further, as we have compiled a list of 10 celebrities who you absolutely need to follow. We have taken into account the number of followers, likes, and of course -- the entertainment factor. After all, if you're going to be spending any time on your phone, why not make your leisurely time one that is fun?

What Is Social Media Day?

Social Media Day has been taking place since 2010. It was created by Mashable as a way of recognizing the digital revolution that social media has had on communications around the world. Most people use social media on a daily basis, spending hours and hours on their phones, computers, and tablets. It is how we stay connected with friends and family far and wide.

We are able to make new connections that we weren't able to before. We even get breaking news via social media now -- even when it comes to tabloids that we would rather not even care to know about. There are a lot of people who also use social media as a business, with folks being paid for being social media influencers. They make money by sharing content or sponsored brands with their followers. Social media is what drives the world.

Take a look below at the 10 most entertaining celebrities you need to hit "follow" on the most popular social media platform, TikTok, right now.

The 10 Most Entertaining Celebrities To Follow On TikTok:

Selena Gomez

Besides doing Rare Beauty tutorials, Selena's TikTok is filled with hilarious self-deprecating jokes. The Only Murders In The Building star has 58.7 million followers! Follow her if you want to add more laughter into your life, like when she had her co-star Steve Martin behind her as she lip syncs to audio: "If you have a crush on a guy, don't worry. Just get to know him, and it'll go away."

Penn Badgley

The You actor has the best way of promoting his guests on his Podcrushed podcast. He is so funny and isn't afraid to make fun of himself and for that, we've got to give him a follow. Penn has 3.7 million followers on TikTok. He hasn't been active on his personal TikTok since October, but he remains active on his podcast TikTok page.

The Rock

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson isn't just one of the highest-paid actors of all time. On TikTok, he posts hilarious videos like these that bring a smile to our faces. Just last Christmas, he brought back "'90s Rock," wearing his signature black turtleneck and gold chain. To the tune of "The Christmas Song," Johnson sings an NSFW version, complete with plenty of eyebrow raises. The "CEO of #RockTok" has 74.4 million followers on the platform.

Madonna

We have to admit, Madonna does post some bizarre TikToks. There are some hilarious gems like this one, but regardless, you are sure to be entertained when she drops a new video. The "Queen of Pop" has 4 million followers. Madge often shows off her wild yet enviable outfits, talks trash to the haters, and dances to her music -- old and new.

Taylor Swift

There are a few good reasons for following Taylor on TikTok: she announces new music and gives insight into her songs. And she also knows how to have a good time! The "Anti-Hero" singer has 25.3 million followers on TikTok. She states in her bio that "this is pretty much just a cat account," but her feline friends haven't made any recent appearances.

Bella Poarch

The social media personality-turned singer created the most liked video on TikTok, where she lip syncs to the song "M to the B" by British rapper Millie B. Since then, the "Build a Bitch" singer gained 94 million followers! She posts adorable dance videos and funny little clips like these all the time.

Lizzo

Lizzo is probably the most free on TikTok. She will post videos like her nighttime routine, she will call out the haters, learn how to play a new instrument, and she's got the best dance moves. For a good time on social media, Lizzo is the one you've got to follow. The "About Damn Time" singer has 26.1 million followers.

Britney Spears

Britney Spears posts and deletes a lot of her content off Instagram, but her posts seem they have a longer lifespan on TikTok. She usually wears bikinis or dresses in her dance video compilations that are sure to leave an impression on you. The "Toxic" singer also regularly features clips from her island getaways. Spears has 8.1 million followers on the app.

Meghan Trainor

Meghan gives her 18.4 million followers a variety of different types of content on TikTok. Whether it is comedic, a day in the life with her adorable family, or getting real about her insecurities, the "Made You Look" singer is quite the entertainer. She even collaborates with other TikTokers in dance challenges!

Kylie Jenner

Of all the Kardashian-Jenner sisters, Kylie's TikTok is the one to follow. Kim and North's videos are quite popular, but with 56.1 million followers, Kylie's is even better. She posts the cutest videos featuring her daughter Stormi, does trending TikTok challenges, shows her skin and makeup routines, and shows off her fashionista side.

Laila Abuelhawa is the Top 40 and Hip-Hop pop culture writer for Beasley Media Group. Being with the company for over three years, Laila's fierce and fabulous red-carpet rankings have earned her a feature on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert!' Her favorite stories are those surrounding the latest in celebrity fashion, television and film rankings, and how the world reacts to major celebrity news. With a background in journalism, Laila's stories ensure accuracy and offer background information on stars that you wouldn't have otherwise known. She prides herself in covering stories that inform the public about what is currently happening and what is to come in the ever-changing, ever-evolving media landscape.