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Patti Smith Says She’s ‘Fine’ After Stage Collapse Reports
Punk rock legend Patti Smith has updated fans on her health following reports that she collapsed on stage in Brazil.
“This is letting everyone know that I am fine,” she wrote via Instagram on Thursday, January 30. “A grossly exaggerated account is being spread by the press and social media.”
Smith, 78, was beginning a headlining set with experimental music group Soundwalk Collective at the Teatro Cultura Artística in São Paulo, Brazil on Wednesday, January 29, when she collapsed on stage, according to TMZ.
The singer was reportedly reading a spoken-word statement about climate change when she experienced a health emergency and was soon ushered off stage.
According to local reports, Smith eventually returned to the stage in a wheelchair to tell fans she felt “very badly” and would not be cleared by her doctor to perform a full show. Instead, Smith sang two acapella tracks before ending the event early.
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Smith later explained on Instagram that “post migraine dizziness” led to “a small incident” that had been blown out of proportion in the media.
“I was checked out by an excellent Doctor and was absolutely fine,” she wrote. “Please do not accept any other story. With all the strife in the world, this explainable incident does not merit so much attention. Thank you everyone for your concern. Trust me I am fine.”
Patti Smith, 78, depois de um tombo pra trás e ficar desacordada. Volta ao palco do Cultura Artística e encanta a todos pic.twitter.com/H4QAAajvM9
— Raul Juste Lores (@rauljustelores) January 30, 2025
Her collaborators Soundwalk Collective posted a statement signed by Smith via their Instagram Story to confirm that she would be back on stage for a second scheduled performance at the Cultura Artística Theater on Thursday.
“Patti has suffered from an intense migraine the past couple days and had some dizziness on stage but she still wanted to be there for all of us and you and perform today,” the statement read. “She is now being cared for by the best doctors in the most loving way and will be back on stage [on Thursday].”
Soundwalk Collective thanked those in attendance for their “beautiful energy and [their] supportive presence” in light of events.
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“Patti says she is tremendously grateful for your patience and forgiveness and she sends her love to all who attended,” the group added.
The rock legend is set to be honored at the Music Of Patti Smith concert at Carnegie Hall in New York City on March 26 to benefit music education for underserved youth.
Former R.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe, Chrissie Hynde of The Pretenders, The National’s Matt Berninger and Sharon Van Etten are among more than 20 artists who will perform Smith’s influential music at this tribute show.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee will then appear at a free Poet’s Voice event at the Greenwich Library in Connecticut on April 12 where she will reflect on her work as a poet, singer, songwriter and fine artist over the past 50 years.
The four-time Grammy nominee’s groundbreaking 1975 album Horses was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2021. She was previously given the prestigious Polar Music Prize in 2011 for her contributions to both poetry and rock music.
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Last year, Smith thanked Taylor Swift for referencing her alongside acclaimed poet Dylan Thomas in The Tortured Poets Department’s title track.
“This is saying I was moved to be mentioned in the company of the great Welsh poet Dylan Thomas,” she wrote on Instagram. “Thank you, Taylor.”
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Will Smith Drops New Single, Announces 1st Album in 20 Years
Will Smith is marking his return to music with a brand-new single and album.
The Grammy winner released a fresh track with Big Sean on Thursday, January 30, titled “Beautiful Scars.”
Produced by OmArr and LeXoskeleton, the track explores the pains of fame and learning from one’s mistakes. Both Smith, 56, and Big Sean, 36, trade raps echoing off one another as they recall becoming stronger through their mistakes or “beautiful scars.”
“It’s the beautiful scars, yeah / It’s the beautiful flaws, yeah,” Big Sean raps in the chorus. “I done fell about a million times / Now I rise up again closer to God / It’s the beautiful scars, yeah / It’s the beautiful flaws, yeah.”
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“Beautiful Scars” is expected to be featured on Smith’s forthcoming album, Based on a True Story, which is slated to be released in March.
The body of work will mark Smith’s first album in more than 20 years and will feature previously released singles including “You Can Make It,” “Work of Art” and “Tantrum.”
When celebrating the release of “Beautiful Scars” earlier this week, Smith explained how the track came to be.
“The idea of ‘Beautiful Scars’ is just one of the things that really popped through for me as such a value to recognize that a difficulty, an adversity, a challenge, an obstacle is hard and painful in the moment but what you’re going through can turn out to be the greatest thing that has ever happened,” Smith told radio host Enrique Santos during an iHeartRadio Live event on Wednesday, January 29. “What starts out as an adversity can turn into a beautiful stepping stone.”
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Smith also revealed he met Big Sean during a promo event for the Peacock series Bel Air. The pair quickly bonded after listening to “Work of Art.”
Previously, Smith offered a glimpse into his music journey. While some fans may speculate that the new songs came quickly, the actor explained that inspiration came over a long period of time.
“In the last couple of years, I’ve been really deep-dive soul searching more than almost any point in my life. I’ve found a new well,” he shared in October 2024 during “An Evening With Will Smith” event at the Grammy Museum. “There’s like a well of authenticity that I’m trying to tap into the most honest and authentic space within me and things are coming out that are very different than anything I would’ve done in the past.”
Jaw-Dropping Deals! 12 Nordstrom Sale Items You Won't Want to Miss
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Bargain hunters can save big on so many designer finds. Love luxe fabric? There are so many cashmere items up for grabs. Whether you prefer eclectic brands like Free People or designer makeup essentials, you can find them on sale at Nordstrom. Not sure what you’re on the hunt for? Don’t worry. You can snag everything from beanie hats to loungewear sets and handbags for less. Check out our top picks ahead!
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Ben Higgins Says Matt and Rachael's Food Content a ‘Recipe’ for Conflict
Ben Higgins is weighing in on Rachael Kirkconnell’s admission that she and ex Matt James were always filming content when they were eating together.
“Immediately, I said, ‘If you want a recipe for a relationship to at some point, have conflict, to feel out of touch, to have issues from a lack of communication, start filming those intimate moments — like a dinner together — every time,’” Higgins, 35, said on the Wednesday, January 29, episode of the “Almost Famous” podcast.
Higgins — who was reacting to Kirkconnell’s Tuesday, January 28, appearance on Alex Cooper’s “Call Her Daddy” podcast — pointed out that the former Bachelor contestant could have given an “over-dramatization” of the events. However, Higgins noted that even filming a majority of the meals could lead to uncomfortability during the meal.
“Ashley [Iaconetti], you’re really good at this now. This comes very natural to you, jumping on camera, talking on a camera, but there’s still a level of you turning it on when that phone starts recording, right?” Higgins said, to which Iaconnetti, 36, agreed. “You’re aware of it. You’re not, like, just relaxed. You’re working. That camera’s on at a dinner, it’s gonna start feeling like work.”
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He continued, “It’s gonna start feeling like, ‘OK, can I have this bite of food? Is there going to be food on my face?’ Or, ‘Hey, can I ask Matt this question about where he’s at in our relationship and is he going to be upset with me because I’m gonna want to do it maybe during a dinner that he’s going to want to be filming, and so we’re gonna have to spend 30 minutes of this dinner actually having a conversation that matters and not just worrying about how the food looks or how it’s plated, or when the waiter’s coming up to drop the dishes.’”
Higgins cautioned listeners from following in the footsteps of Kirkconnell, 28, and James, 33, when it comes to using the phone at the dinner table.
“Don’t do this,” Higgins said. “Like we just talked about it last week, Ashley. One of the things for kids, when they grew up in a house, that means the most of them over time is when they sat down with their family for dinner. … So as a couple, do it. Invest into that time. I’m not saying you can’t ever film it or you can’t take pictures of it. That’s their job. But it felt like at some point, Rachael was wanting to say to Matt, ‘Hey, this is getting overwhelming for me.’”
Days after James revealed that he and Kirkconnell called it quits, she appeared on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast to share her side of the story. (James and Kirkconnell met during The Bachelor season 25 in 2021, and continued pursuing a relationship outside of the show.)
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In the tell-all interview, Kirkconnell shared that the ultimate demise of their relationship began when the pair butted heads over where to go for dinner in Tokyo — and she briefly got emotional after feeling like she was “disappointing” him over her choice.
“He was like, ‘I’m just so confused, like, why you were so upset. Like, what was that?’ And I explained to him, like, ‘I felt like I’d let you down.’ Like, ‘I felt like that was disappointing. And I hate going to a place that isn’t somewhere that you could post about [on Instagram]. I feel like it’s a waste.’ And he just was trying to tell me like, ‘It’s not that serious. Like, it’s not that big of a deal.’ But then he was concerned about me getting so upset. He was like, ‘That was like, there was no reason for you to get upset like that.’ And he found it concerning that I got that emotional, I guess,” she recalled.
Kirkconnell continued, “He was trying to express to me, like, ‘If you get emotional about little things like this, what is going to happen in life when something really terrible happens? Like, how are you going to be able to react to things that are actually really scary or disappointing or sad?’ … I felt like I was being punished for crying.”
James broke up with Kirkconnell the following day, and shared the news with his Instagram followers hours later. Now, Kirkconnell shared that she’s moving forward — and doesn’t think the twosome will rekindle their romance.
“It’s different every day. I’m doing OK,” Kirkconnell said. “I would say some days are better than others — one day I’m feeling kind of empowered, like, ‘I’m excited to be on my own.’ And the next day I can barely get out of bed and I just miss him and I’m sad about everything.”
A 'Holy Grail' Hair Styling Stick, Ugg Boots and More Editor's Picks Are on Sale Today — Starting at $7
As a shopping editor, I spend eight hours a day reading online product reviews and testing products to help everyday shoppers discover items that are actually worthy of their hard-earned money. I also keep a close eye on the prices for my favorite products to help people score top-rated items at a price they can afford.
Today is one of those rare shopping days where several of my all-time favorite finds are at their lowest price, with some goodies starting at just $7. I’m talking cozy loungewear, anti-aging skincare and wellness essentials on sale for up to 60% off at Amazon today. I have a feeling these deals won’t last long, so keep scrolling to add your favorites to your shopping cart ASAP.
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Figure Skaters Share Tributes After Fatal Potomac River Plane Crash
Several figure skaters have spoken out after American Airlines Flight 5342 crashed into the Potomac River.
News broke on Wednesday, January 29, that the airplane, which departed from Kansas, crashed into an Army helicopter near Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C. The plane fell into the Potomac River, with emergency crews responding to the scene to conduct a search and rescue operation.
There were reportedly 60 passengers and four crew members on the flight. U.S. Figure Skating announced on Thursday, January 30, that several athletes were on the flight.
“U.S. Figure Skating can confirm that several members of our skating community were sadly aboard American Airlines Flight 5342, which collided with a helicopter yesterday evening in Washington, D.C.” read a statement shared via social media. “These athletes, coaches and family members were returning home from National Development Camp held in conjunction with the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in Wichita, Kansas.”
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The Kansas City Figure Skating Club has since offered more insight into the event that took place before the incident.
“The National Development Camp is a camp for skaters who place in the top four at the juvenile, intermediate, novice levels at the Midwestern, Eastern, West Coast sectionals, and are invited to attend to train with the top level coaches/skaters following the championships,” they shared in a statement to the Kansas City Star. “Some local clubs have sent skaters to this camp in the past.”
The statement continued, “We had several members attend the championships as spectators, officials, and volunteers but they’re all home safe. We do have officials, coaches and members who knew some of the ones who were lost, and our hearts are with their families.”
Figure skater Spencer Lane, who competes with the Skating Club of Boston, shared an Instagram post from the aircraft prior to the crash. He uploaded a photo of the runway at the Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, writing “ICT -> DCA,” signifying that the flight was set to land at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
As more details emerge regarding the crash — officials reported on Thursday that 14 figure skaters were involved in the deadly incident — many members of the skating community have shared their emotional reactions.
Keep scrolling to see who has spoken out so far:
The Skating Club of Boston
“Our sport and this Club have suffered a horrible loss with this tragedy,” the club shared in an Instagram statement. “Skating is a tight-knit community where parents and kids come together 6 to 7 days a week to train and work together. Everyone is like family. Of the skaters, coaches and parents on the plane, we believe six were from The Skating Club of Boston. We are devastated and completely at a loss for words.”
Along with Lane, skater Jinna Han died in the crash. Their respective mothers, Christine Lane and Jin Han, were also on board the plane and killed, along with married club coaches Vadim Naumov and Evgenia Shishkova.
Tara Lipinski
The Olympic figure skater wrote in an Instagram Story that her “heart is broken” after the crash.
“It’s unimaginable the loss,” she wrote. “We will mourn their loss and ALWAYS remember them. My heart is with all the families affected — that part I have no words for.”
Her statement continued, “‘Strength’ and ‘Love’ won’t do it justice. So many of our own were on this tragic flight and my heart aches for them and for everyone part of this devastating accident.”
Sarah Everhardt
The U.S. Figure Skating team member commented on Lane’s Instagram following the news of his death.
“Miss you so much Spencer,” she wrote before taking to her Instagram Story with a longer tribute.
“Woke up to absolutely devastating news … we are such a tight knit community,” Everhardt’s message read. “I know and am friends with so many on that flight. My heart is hurting for everyone affected. Love you all.”
Hana Maria Aboian
“Words cannot fathom the fear and sadness I feel from this event,” the Team USA junior ice dancer wrote. “It is absolutely terrible and I pray for all the athletes, coaches and everyone onboard to be safe and healthy.”
Charlie White
The Michigan Ice Dance Academy Coach shared a message via his Instagram Story.
“Heartbroken. But always here for our community, our family,” White wrote. “Love you all.”
Daniil Veselukhin
“A terrible event. I am shocked by what happened, and words cannot express the depth of sorrow I feel,” the Team USA junior ice dancer wrote. “Right now, the most important thing is to support those affected and their loved ones. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone impacted by this tragedy.”
Adam Rippon
Rippon shared the U.S. Figure Skating statement via his Instagram Story. “Unbelievable,” he wrote alongside a broken heart emoji.
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Starr Andrews
“I am at a loss for words … I’m [sic] can’t even explain how devastated I feel for the loss of amazing people that were on this flight,” she wrote via Instagram Stories. “I’m sending prayers to their families and the figure skating community.”
Patrick Blackwell
“Rest in peace to everyone on board,” the Skating Club of Boston member wrote on social media, sharing memories with those involved in the crash.
Christina Carreira
The Team USA figure skater clarified reports that she and her partner were on board the flight.
“Hi everyone, Anthony and I were included in a list of presumed people onboard the American Airlines flight,” she captioned an Instagram Story post. “We’ve been getting lots of messages of concern, we were not on that flight, we’re both home safe. Our hearts break this morning for all the families affected by this, our thoughts and prayers are with them.”
Michelle Deych and Ryan Hu
The junior ice dancers shared a joint statement on their Instagram page.
“We are deeply hurt by the horrible news,” the statement read. “No words can express this. Our hearts and prayers go for everyone involved in this tragedy.”
Alisa Efimova
“All my thoughts are with all the people and families affected by the tragedy in Washington D.C.,” Efimova wrote, noting that she and partner Misha Mitrofanov flew home from Kansas prior to the crash.
“There are no words that could ease the pain from the horrors of last night,” she continued. “The least we can do is respect each other’s boundaries and stay away from gossip and speculation. Today is silent.”
Luke Wang
“Praying for those onboard from Wichita to D.C., including the skaters and coaches on that flight,” the junior skater wrote. “Absolutely heartbreaking.”
Amber Glenn
The senior ladies skater noted that she was “in complete shock” following the plane crash. “I’m sorry I don’t even know what to say,” she wrote via Instagram Stories.
Kaitlin Hawayek
The Olympian told her Instagram followers that she was on “an early flight” on Wednesday.
“My heart is absolutely broken for those who were on the flight last night, the skating community will not be the same,” she continued. “My heart goes out to everyone, their family, their loved ones.”
Josephine Lee
The Team USA Skater shared a tribute following the “heartbreaking” crash.
“My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone on the flight, including the skaters, coaches and parents,” her statement read. “Feeling absolutely heartbroken right now.”
Ilia Malinin
“I’m heartbroken by the tragic loss of my fellow skaters in this devastating accident,” the senior figure skater wrote in an Instagram Story statement. “The figure skating community is a family, and this loss is beyond words. My thoughts are with their families, friends, and everyone affected. We will never forget them.”
Daniil Parkman
“A horrific tragedy has occurred,” the figure skater wrote in a social media statement translated from Russian. “People close to me got hurt. I wasn’t on board of the crashed plane, I was mistakenly entered to the list of victims.
Annabelle Morozov
The senior ice dancer stated that she is “at a loss for words” after the crash.
“My thoughts go out to everyone and their families involved in the plane crash,” her statement continued.
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Leah Neset and Artem Markelov
The ice dancing duo posted a reaction via their shared Instagram page.
“This is heartbreaking,” they wrote. “Praying for everyone on board and their families.”
Eva Pate
The senior ice dancer noted that she is “praying” for those who were on board the flight. “Absolutely heartbreaking,” she wrote.
Logan Bye
“Utterly heartbreaking,” the ice dancer wrote. “Always in our hearts.”
Maximiliano Fernandez
“So devastating,” the senior ice skater captioned an Instagram Story. “My heart and prayers go out to the skaters, family members and whoever else was on board.”
Camden Pulkinen
The U.S. figure skater wrote that he was “thinking” of those who were impacted by the flight crash.
Jacob Sanchez
“This is truly tragic and heartbreaking to hear about,” the junior men’s skater wrote. “Sending my prayers to all their families.”
Audrey Shin
“I have no words,” the senior skater wrote via her Instagram Story. “It’s been an extremely difficult morning, praying for everyone that was involved in this crash.”
Tonya Harding
The famed figure skater shared a statement following the “devastating” plane crash.
“I’m being told that several professional figure skaters were aboard the flight as well,” she shared via X. “Sending my love and prayers to all the victims and their families.”
Beck Strommer
“I don’t have very much to say right now,” the senior figure skater wrote via social media. “I’m devastated, but I can’t imagine what the families, loved ones, and students of those that we lost are going through.”
Strommer continued, “This is a reminder of the complete fragility of life, it can be snatched away in a moment. Be with the ones you love, give them a big hug and cherish your time together.”
Bradie Tennell
“Last night I heard about the horrific crash that took place in D.C. and my heart sank,” the U.S. figure skater shared in an Instagram Story statement. “I knew we had athletes coming home and I prayed none were on that flight. This morning, I woke up to the news and I am heartbroken. This is devastating and I’m praying for all the families that have been affected.”
Wren Warne-Jacobsen
“My heart goes out to the families of the passengers and crew on American Eagle Flight 5342 and to everyone in the figure skating community,” the senior figure skater wrote. “I hope we can all lean on each other and those close to us in the wake of this tragedy.”
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Sherry Zhang
“Today is a sad day for our community. Less than a week ago, I was sitting alongside these happy skaters watching nationals and eating sushi,” the junior figure skater shared on social media. “This really feels like a nightmare. To everyone who is involved and affected by this tragedy, my heart and prayers go out to you.”
In a second Instagram Story, Zhang shared photos with the late athletes.
“My memories of you will live on,” she wrote. “We miss you.”
Anton Spiridonov
“Russian news outlets have included me on a list of presumed people on the flight from Wichita to Washington D.C.,” the skater clarified online. “I was NOT on this flight, thank you for everyone’s concern for my safety. My heart goes out to all the families affected by this tragedy.”
Maia and Alex Shibutan
The figure skating duo shared that they were “heartbroken” in an Instagram Story statement.
“We are deeply saddened by the loss of those on Flight 5342. Our thoughts are with the family members and friends affected by this terribly tragedy,” they wrote. “Many of the passengers on board were young skaters, committed coaches and dedicated families returning from U.S. Figure Skating 2025 National Development Camp for rising Novice, Intermediate and Juvenile competitors … the promising future of our sport.”
They continued, “This is a shocking and huge loss for the figure skating community. We will hold all of the victims in our memory.”
Meryl Davis
The Olympic gold medalist described the U.S. Figure Skating Championships as “the most magical time of the year” for the figure skating world. “My heart is shattered thinking of those sweet young souls whose lives were cut so cruelly short, still buzzing from the magic of development camp in Wichita and full of hopes and dreams for the future,” she wrote via her Instagram Story. “Proud parents who have sacrificed so much, tired and eager to get home. The coaches who have dedicated their lives to guiding and nurturing young athletes. And for those waiting at home with a warm hug, excited to hear all about it. An unspeakable loss for our skating family and beyond.”