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Summer letdown, Kanye’s list and prayers for Dolly

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October 10, 2025

CELEBRITIES got tongues wagging this week, from Kanye West's betrayal list that included his own child to rap- pers beefing online.

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Summer letdown, Kanye’s list and prayers for Dolly

SUMMER Walker issues an apology to her fans after her short performance, claiming it was the organiser's fault. DOLLY Parton, the beloved country music icon.

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Summer Walker faces criticism over 30-minute performance

American singer Summer Walker had fans excited as she was revealed as one of the international acts of the In The City concert in Pretoria.

But what was initially supposed to be an hour-long performance turned into a short-lived 30-minute show.

However, the Heart Of A Women hitmaker explained on social media that the event's promoter was at fault.

“@steynent, as the promoter of the event refused to pay the JOC, so it messed up the whole show even though we were early. Love you guys, until next time,’ she wrote.

Dolly Parton fans rally after sister Freida’s emotional health update

Fans of the beloved country music icon have joined her family’s concern as the 79-year-old star faces health issues that have led to the postponement of her highly anticipated Las Vegas residency.

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