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  Ashanti Beth Stern NYC Second Chance Rescue hosted its 5th Annual Concert for a Cause at a private estate in Bridgehampton, where the Charity honored legendary entrepreneur, philanthropist, and longtime animal advocate John Paul DeJoria while celebrating the world introduction of Pawpoint.    The evening’s musical performances were headlined by Grammy Award-winning artist Ashanti and platinum-selling artist Fabolous.   Live auction with items including a yacht charter donated by Lauren and Eddie Shapiro of NestSeekers, plus a paddle raise brought in valuable funds to aid the organizations work on behalf of animals.    Bradley Fishel With Alexandra Fishel, Maria Fishel And Kenneth Fishel “It is an honor to be recognized by NYC Second Chance Rescue. Their compassion, dedication, and commitment to animals are truly inspiring, and I am grateful to be part of an evening that will help so many animals in need,” said John Paul DeJoria.   Jennifer ...

  NYC Second Chance Rescue NYC Second Chance Rescue will host its 5th Annual Concert for a Cause on Friday, August 21st, 2026, at a private estate in Bridgehampton. This year, the organization will honor legendary entrepreneur, philanthropist, and longtime animal advocate John Paul DeJoria while celebrating the world introduction of Pawpoint. Headlining the evening will be Grammy Award-winning artist Ashanti and platinum-selling artist Fabolous, with an opening performance by Celina Savage. Founded in 2009, by Jennifer Brooks and Lisa Blanco, NYC Second Chance Rescue has rescued more than 17,000 homeless, abused, neglected, and critically injured dogs and cats. The organization is dedicated to helping the animals that need it most, including critically injured and medically complex cases, senior and hospice animals, large-breed dogs, and vulnerable cats. “It is an honor to be recognized by NYC Second Chance Rescue. Their compassion, dedication, and commitment to animals are truly i...

Ashanti Performs Saturday evening, Grammy award-winning R&B singer Ashanti dined with friends and family at LAVO Italian Restaurant, kicking off her night of birthday celebrations. Before heading into LAVO Nightclub, she dazzled the red carpet in a purple crystallized dress, posing for pictures with her parents and producer L.T. Hutton. Shortly after taking over a VIP table inside LAVO, the singer took the stage to perform a master medley of her biggest hits. The ecstatic crowd erupted as the first notes of "Only U" began to play. The songstress then belted "Rock Wit U," "Happy," "Always On Time" and "What's Luv.” All smiles, she thanked the crowd for celebrating her 33rd birthday with her before returning to her table. LAVO then presented the birthday girl with a shimmering pink three-tier cake adorned with a microphone and branded with the name of her upcoming album “Braveheart,” which is set to release in November. A st...

**** STARS WITH A HEART **** Ashanti With Children Jumpstart, a national early education non-profit organization, today announced the official kick-off to its 2012 Read for the Record campaign. As part of this year’s campaign, Jumpstart will host nearly 250 Read for the Record events nationwide to set a new world reading record and raise awareness of the importance of quality early education. Jumpstart’s Read for the Record, presented in partnership with the Pearson Foundation, is the one day each year when millions of individuals come together to celebrate literacy by breaking the world record for reading the same book on the same day. On October 4, adults and children across the country will read Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad, by David Soman and Jacky Davis, in support of Jumpstart’s mission: to work toward the day every child in America enters school prepared to succeed. “We’re so excited to kick off this year’s Read for the Record and invit...

Ashanti Ashanti hosted New Year's Eve at Crown nightclub in Las Vegas, Nevada. The superstar was all smiles for the roving photographers. Photo By: RD / Kabik / Retna Digital

Chef Philippe Chow Songstress Ashanti was recently spotted celebrating her 30th birthday at hotspot Philippe’s exclusive private wine cellar. The guest-list included such famous hip hop celebrities such as Fabolous, Chris Brown and Ashanti’s rumored boyfriend Nelly. A few nights later Philippe New York business partner and New York Knicks star Al Harrington inspired a basketball bash. NBA All-Stars Jermaine O’Neal and Paul Pierce closed down the entire restaurant for a joint after-hours birthday party. Of course the two star athletes don’t only share a birthday; they also both play for the Boston Celtics. Not only did their team attend, but in a show of sportsmanship so did the New York Knicks. Philippe has locations in New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, Mexico City, East Hampton, and coming soon Jericho in Long Island. Owner and Executive Chef Philippe Chow has been catering to the rich and famous for decades. Soon after arriving in America in 1979, he began his career at Mr. Chow (no...

Ashanti at Empire State Building Ashanti Singer star Ashanti lighted the Empire State Building red to celebrate the 70th anniversary of "The Wizard of Oz" in New York City today. Photos By: RD / Dziekan / Retna Digital

Ashanti Ashanti attended the press preview of ASHANTI starring as Dorothy in the Summer Stars Encores production of THE WIZ at the New York City Center in New York City. Photo By: Walter McBride / Retna Ltd.

Ashanti Relaxes Ashanti Singing superstar Ashanti hosted a party at Prive Nightclub at Planet Hollywood Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada where the star also performed. Photos By: RD / Kabik / Retna Digital

Ashanti Two Pursed Ashanti Singing star Ashanti hosts the 97.5 KVEG Purse Party at Poetry Nightclub at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada yesterday. The superstar really knows how to pose and to make everyone feel great about covering her. Hats off to this cool radio station ! Photos By: RD / Kabik / Retna Digital

Tom Suozzi And Ashanti Singing star Ashanti and my very old friend Nassau County Executive Tom Suozzi Launch Nassau County Tourism Campaign at the Top of the Rock in New York City today. Photo By: RD/Dziekan/Retna Ltd.

Wild Ashanti Ashanti Has Fun With Her Outfit The Beckham's Are All Class Ashanti strikes a pose at the 2008 ESPY Awards at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California yesterday. We love this wild outfit for some reason. It's crazy and it kinda flows in a summer kinda way. Meanwhile, David and Victoria Beckham look great, but reserved. The yellow looks fab on Victoria. She really is a classy fashion icon. Photos By: Sara De Boer/Retna Ltd.

Singing star Ashanti is saving up her money so she can retire and play mom to 12 children. The hit singer who is dating rapper Nelly, admits to having motherhood on her mind, but she wants to amass a small fortune before she becomes a mom, so she can be comfortable financially.The talented star holds back on buying expensive treats and instead saves the millions she gets from her film and music careers for her dream. She says, "I need, like, 12 (kids)… I love kids. I definitely want to get married… I’m so family oriented. I want the big wedding, I want the long marriage, I want kids."(But) I’ve got to stack my cheese a little bit more… I want to be able to bring my kids into the world nice and comfortable." Ashanti tells Sister 2 Sister magazine she’s taking time to learn about how to become a successful businesswoman. She adds, "First of all, you have to read everything. If you can’t then you hire someone that you can trust that can help you read every single cont...