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Exclusive: 'I Love Boosters' Stars Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, and More Reveal Their Favorite Songs
Boots Riley's 'I Love Boosters' is in theaters next month.
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Keke Palmer took off with her breakout role in *Akeelah and the Bee*, and she has since expanded her reach as an actress, singer, and TV host. She was born Lauren Keyana Palmer on August 26, 1993, in Harvey, Illinois, U.S. Her ability to cross between music, film, and television has made her a familiar face in pop culture, with standout roles and hosting gigs like *Strahan, Sara and Keke* highlighting her versatility.\n\nPalmer has shown interest in the WWE world, collaborating with WWE stars on projects outside of WWE events, such as movies and podcasts, and engaging with the community through social media. Her energetic presence and genuine enthusiasm resonate with fans across diverse media platforms.
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Keke Palmer on Decision to Launch Podcast, Her Most Personal Work Yet: 'This Is Who I Am'
Complex chatted with the multi-talented star about her career journey and why this is the right time to launch her 'Baby, This Is Keke Palmer' podcast.
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Keke Palmer Shares Cryptic Message About Dating Life Amid Sean Evans Romance Rumors: ‘Go to Hell'
Keke Palmer posted a series of selfies accompanied by a blistering caption that appeared to be directed at an unnamed man.
Jaelani Turner-Williams1 hour ago
Inside Fabletics’ A-List Partnerships from Keke Palmer to Khloe Kardashian
Fabletics deepens its celebrity strategy with new collections from Keke Palmer, Khloé Kardashian, Demi Lovato and Becky G, expanding beyond gym wear into everyday fashion staples.
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Keke Palmer Takes Over ‘The Voice: Celebrity’ Hosting Duties From Carson Daly
Inside the star-studded edition turning ‘The Voice’ into a celebrity showdown, with Keke Palmer at the center of the chaos.
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Whoopi Goldberg Tells Keke Palmer Her ‘The View’ Paycheck Is Quite Something: ‘You Would Be Shocked'
Goldberg told Keke Palmer on her podcast that she "can't imagine" her salary, while journalist Yashar Ali reported the figure stands at $6 million annually.
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Whoopi Goldberg on Why She Doesn’t Want Marriage: ‘I Love a Hit-And-Run'
The talk show host and comedian prefers to have a house separate from a romantic partner.
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Keke Palmer Brings Archival Versace to Comic-Con in a Polka-Dot Look From 1993
Palmer showed off a vintage look at the San Diego Comic-Con panel for 'Spaceballs: The New One.'
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Keke Palmer Lands Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Ahead of Lady Miss Jacqueline Comeback
From child star to Emmy-winning multi-hyphenate, Keke’s emotional reaction, family tribute and next creative chapter make this Walk of Fame honor hit different.
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Keke Palmer Confirms 'Genuine' Chemistry with Sean Evans But Calls Fan Frenzy 'Parasocial'
Palmer said that she definitely has real chemistry with the 'Hot Ones' host, but she thinks the reaction to them online is "parasocial."
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Keke Palmer Was 'Shocked' to Discover Oprah Winfrey's Real Name
On Keke Palmer’s podcast, Oprah reveals the biblical name on her birth certificate—and why she didn’t realize the mix-up until she was 20.
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Oprah Winfrey Cringes at Her 1998 Gospel Theme Song 'Run On,’ Calls It One of Her ‘Mistakes’
She admitted the song was "pretty bad” and chalked it up to her lack of singing ability.
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Keke Palmer’s Lady Miss Jacqueline Returns With Royal Feuds, Dead Husbands and an AI Conspiracy
Inside Keke Palmer’s wild audio universe packed with royal feuds, dead husbands and an AI plot only Lady Miss Jacqueline can outwit.
Bernadette Giacomazzo26 days ago
Tracee Ellis Ross Says She's 'Worthy of Choosing the Right Partner'
The actress explained that she's "responsible for my own happiness.”
Jaelani Turner-Williams28 days ago
Michael Strahan Reflects on Daughter’s Cancer Diagnosis: ‘The Worst Part Was Feeling Helpless’
Strahan's daughter, Isabella, has been cancer-free since 2024 after being diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer the year before.
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Druski as 2026 BET Awards Host: 5 of His Best and Funniest Moments From the Show
The comedian clocked in on Sunday to celebrate the awards show's 25th anniversary.
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Keke Palmer Tells Druski BET Was 'Tripping' When Asking Him to Host: 'This Should Have Been My Gig'
“Why the hell would they have you host?" Palmer asked the comedian at the BET Awards.
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Jenifer Lewis Says 'Sex Was the Drug' During Her Broadway Days
On Keke Palmer’s podcast, the 'Mother of Black Hollywood' turns a wild sex confession into a raw story about addiction, Broadway highs and healing.
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Keke Palmer Joins BET's Inaugural Board of Advisors With Queen Latifah, LL Cool J
"Keke Palmer represents the future of entertainment," said BET President Louis Carr.
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Keke Palmer is 'Taking it Day by Day' with 'Hot Ones' Host Sean Evans
From ‘love at first hot wing’ to late-night Lucali dates, Palmer opens up about her chemistry with Evans and why they’re taking it day by day.
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