Mar. 16, 2025
Dionne Warwick, Snoop Dogg.Photo: Scott Dudelson/Getty, Christopher Polk/Penske Media via Getty
Dionne Warwickwasn’t happy withSnoop Dogg’s misogynistic rap lyrics in the 1990s — so she told theDoggystylerapper to his face.
In CNN Films' new documentaryDionne Warwick: Don’t Make Me Over, both artists appear on camera to recount a story of Warwick organizing a meeting with several popular rap artists, including Snoop andTupac Shakur, to give them a piece of her mind regarding the lyrical content of their songs.
Mar. 16, 2025
Dionne Warwick, Cardi B.Photo: Steve Granitz/WireImage; Kevin Mazur/Getty
Looks likeCardi Bhas a new supporter:Dionne Warwick!
On Saturday, the iconic singer revealed that her niece Brittani (who taught her how to use Twitter) introduced her to the rapper andCardi Bis happy about it.
“After today, I can confidently add ‘Cardi B’ to the list of people my niece has opened my eyes to. More on this tomorrow…,” the 80-year-old tweeted. Minutes later, she added, “Cardi Bis authentically herself 😂❤️.
Mar. 16, 2025
As a proposedWhitney Houstonhologram tourcontinues to draw mixed reactions, cousinDionne Warwickstands firm in her opinion — she isnota fan.
“I haven’t a clue as to what that is. It’s surprising to me,” the legendary singer, 78,toldEntertainment Tonighton Thursday. “I don’t know what it is. I think it’s stupid, but whatever it is that’s what it is.”
Pat Houston — the chart-busting diva’s sister-in-law and estate executor — told theNew York Timesthat a musical featuring Whitney’s music has also been proposed.
Mar. 16, 2025
Dionne Warwick’s “That’s What Friends Are For” was released as a charity single to benefit AIDS research and prevention amid the epidemic’s initial height in 1985 — and made a huge impact, raising over $3 million for the cause.
In a clip from CNN Films' upcoming documentaryDIONNE WARWICK: Don’t Make Me Overshared exclusively with PEOPLE, the legendary musician tells the story behind the hit song alongside amfAR HIV/AIDS research advocateKevin FrostandElton John, who sang on the track alongside Warwick,Gladys KnightandStevie Wonder.
Mar. 16, 2025
Dionne Warwickis opening up about the unconventional way she met legendary actorSidney Poitier, whodied on Jan. 6at the age of 94.During an appearance onThe Late Showwith Stephen Colberton Thursday, the 81-year-old singer — and queen of Twitter — told the story of how she caught Poitier’s attention in the 1960s.“Actually, I stalked him!” Warwick told the late-night talk show host, which resulted in an uproar of laughter from the audience.getty (2)“I’m guessing you’re not the only woman who did that,“Stephen Colbertresponded, to which Warwick smiled and replied, “I guess not!