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Malay Mail
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Singer Chris Brown faces London court over alleged bottle attack in nightclub assault case
LONDON, June 20 — American R&B singer Chris Brown, the former boyfriend of superstar Rihanna, was due to appear in court today in London on assault charges. Brown was freed from UK custody last month on £5 million ($6.7 million) bail after his arrest in the northwestern city of Manchester. Under the terms of his bail, which would see him forfeit the £5 million guarantee if he failed to return for court proceedings, the Grammy-winning Brown, 36, was given the go-ahead to continue his scheduled international tour, which began on June 8 in Amsterdam. The star, who had a troubled relationship with Barbadian singer Rihanna, is currently performing the UK leg of his tour, with his next date in London on Saturday. Concerts are also scheduled in France, Portugal and the US later in the year, before the tour wraps up in Memphis in mid-October. The star is charged with 'grievous bodily harm with intent' in relation to an assault in which the victim was allegedly struck several times with a bottle before being pursued, punched and kicked. The alleged incident took place at a nightclub in Hanover Square in London on February 19, 2023 while Brown was touring in the UK. Police detained him in the early hours of May 13 at a five-star hotel in Manchester after he reportedly flew in by private jet. Judge Tony Baumgartner, at Southwark Crown Court in London, last month ordered that he could be freed on bail, and also stipulated that he should surrender his passport if he is not travelling. He is required to live at a specific address known to the court and is not permitted to visit the nightclub were the alleged assault took place or contact the alleged victim, Abraham Diah. Co-defendant Omololu Akinlolu, a 38-year-old US national, has also been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent. Brown is known for mid-2000s hits such as 'Kiss, Kiss'. He rose from a local church choir in Virginia to sudden fame with his rich R&B voice and later rap, but his reputation has been tarnished by the allegations of abuse. — AFP
The Independent
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Chris Brown due to enter plea over ‘bottle attack' charge
R&B singer Chris Brown is due to appear in court to enter a plea after he was charged over an alleged bottle attack at a London nightclub two years ago. The American musician, 36, was able to continue with his scheduled international tour after he was freed on conditional bail last month. Brown, accused of causing grievous bodily harm to Abraham Diaw in February 2023, is set to appear at Southwark Crown Court on Friday morning alongside his co-defendant, US national Omololu Akinlolu, 38, for a plea and trial preparation hearing. The Go Crazy singer had to pay a £5 million security fee to the court as part of the bail agreement, which is a financial guarantee to ensure a defendant returns to court and may be forfeited if they breach bail conditions. Brown and Akinlolu have both been charged relating to the alleged assault at the Tape venue in Hanover Square in Mayfair on February 19 2023. Manchester Magistrates' Court heard last month that Mr Diaw was standing at the bar of the Tape nightclub when he was struck several times with a bottle, and was then pursued to a separate area of the nightclub where he was punched and kicked repeatedly. Brown was arrested at Manchester's Lowry Hotel at 2am on May 15 by detectives from the Metropolitan Police. He is said to have flown into Manchester Airport on a private jet in preparation for the UK tour dates. Brown was released from HMP Forest Bank in Salford, Greater Manchester, on May 21. Shortly after being released from prison, Brown posted an Instagram story referencing his upcoming tour. It said: 'FROM THE CAGE TO THE STAGE!!! BREEZYBOWL.'
Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chris Brown due to enter plea over ‘bottle attack' charge
R&B singer Chris Brown is due to appear in court to enter a plea after he was charged over an alleged bottle attack at a London nightclub two years ago. The American musician, 36, was able to continue with his scheduled international tour after he was freed on conditional bail last month. Brown, accused of causing grievous bodily harm to Abraham Diaw in February 2023, is set to appear at Southwark Crown Court on Friday morning alongside his co-defendant, US national Omololu Akinlolu, 38, for a plea and trial preparation hearing. The Go Crazy singer had to pay a £5 million security fee to the court as part of the bail agreement, which is a financial guarantee to ensure a defendant returns to court and may be forfeited if they breach bail conditions. Brown and Akinlolu have both been charged relating to the alleged assault at the Tape venue in Hanover Square in Mayfair on February 19 2023. Manchester Magistrates' Court heard last month that Mr Diaw was standing at the bar of the Tape nightclub when he was struck several times with a bottle, and was then pursued to a separate area of the nightclub where he was punched and kicked repeatedly. Brown was arrested at Manchester's Lowry Hotel at 2am on May 15 by detectives from the Metropolitan Police. He is said to have flown into Manchester Airport on a private jet in preparation for the UK tour dates. Brown was released from HMP Forest Bank in Salford, Greater Manchester, on May 21. Shortly after being released from prison, Brown posted an Instagram story referencing his upcoming tour. It said: 'FROM THE CAGE TO THE STAGE!!! BREEZYBOWL.'
Time of India
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Chris Brown concert results in massive road closure in Cardiff; check list of roads open
Cardiff is witnessing major road closures on Thursday (June 19, 2025) ahead of American singer Chris Brown's concert in the city. The event is set to attract thousands in the Welsh capital, which can lead to travel and parking disruption. The Grammy-winning star will be performing at the Principality Stadium as part of his Breezy Bowl XX tour. Notably, this is the first of many other major concerts which will be held at the stadium in the 2025 summer season, including Oasis, Lana Del Ray, Kendrick Lamar, SZA and Stereophonics. Brown's concert comes a day ahead of his appearance in court in London. According to media reports, the singer is charged with grievous bodily harm over an alleged assault in a nightclub in 2023. The 36-year-old is free on £5m bail. The gates of the venue were opened from 5 PM (local time) Thursday, and there will be a full city centre road closure from 3 PM until midnight. This will ensure that all the concertgoers can get into and out of the stadium safely. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 1 sip (before bedtime) cleanses the liver and reduces belly fat Lulutox Undo As fans are expected at the stadium for the Chris Brown concert, fans are strongly advised to plan their journey and arrive early. The attendees are also asked to pay attention to the list of prohibited items, according to Wales Online. There is a bag policy also in place which prohibits people from carrying large bags. Check the full list of road closures Live Events Scott Road and Park Street are closed from 7 AM (local time) because of the need to prepare gate five and protect queuing fans. The following roads will be closed as part of the full city centre road closure which will take place at 3pm until midnight: Kingsway from its junction with North Road to its junction with Duke Street, Cowbridge Road East from its junction with Cathedral Road to its junction with Westgate Street, Tudor Street from its junction with Clare Road to its junction with Wood Street (access for residents and traders will be permitted via Fitzhammon Embankment), and Plantagenet Street and Beauchamp Street from their junctions with Despenser Place to their junctions with Tudor Street (access for residents and traders will be permitted). The following roads will be closed in their entirety: Duke Street, Castle St, High Street, St Mary Street, Caroline Street, Wood Street, Central Square, Westgate Street, Quay Street, Guildhall Place, Golate, Park Street, Havelock Street and Scott Road. Station Terrace and Guildford Street from the junction with Newport Road to the junction with Churchill Way will be accessed for buses only during the times of the road closures. This is to ensure that there is reliable access for buses to the satellite points in Churchill Way. It is pertinent to mention that Penarth Road will be closed 30 minutes before the concert ends and for up to an hour after they finish to ensure safety for train passengers arriving and departing from the train station. Roads affected include King Edward VII Avenue, Museum Avenue, City Hall Road, College Road and Gorsedd Gardens Road.
Wales Online
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Chris Brown fans queue for merch in Cardiff and the prices are extreme
Chris Brown fans queue for merch in Cardiff and the prices are extreme The American rapper is performing at the Principality Stadium on Thursday evening Excited fans descend on Cardiff ahead of Chris Brown's highly anticipated concert (Image: John Myers ) Fans of Chris Brown have been arriving in Cardiff for his headline gig at the Principality Stadium tonight, Thursday June 19. This will be his third UK date of his Breezy Bowl XX tour, following two dates at Co-Op Live Manchester earlier this week. Some fans of the rapper have been queuing as early as 9am ready to see their favourite artist perform in the capital city. However, they may be disappointed to hear the steep prices of Chris' merchandise, with some items priced up to £120. The major event marks the first of the large summer concerts in the stadium. From superstar gigs to cosy pubs, find out What's On in Wales by signing up to our newsletter here . It has been confirmed that doors to the Principality Stadium will open at 5pm for the gig, with Live Nation saying that the gig will start at 6.30pm and the curfew is 10.30pm. Bryson Tiller will be supporting the rapper later today, he is known for his songs Don't, Whatever She Wants and Exchange. Here is everything you need to know about the gig. The merchandise store is located at different points outside of the Principality stadium gates as well as from the official store. Prices for the merchandise is starting at just £10 and reaching as high as £120. Article continues below Chris Brown T-shirts are priced at £50 and hoodies are £120. (Image: John Myers ) Posters are the cheapest option at £10 and the most expensive item are the hoodies which will set fans back £120 each. Posters seem to be the cheapest item at just £10 (Image: John Myers ) There are a wide variety of t-shirt options all priced at £50, as well as a bandana on sale for £20. All t-shirts are priced at £50. (Image: John Myers ) After performing in Cardiff, Chris Brown will appear in court in London after being charged with assault occasioning grievous bodily harm relating to an alleged incident inside a nightclub in 2023. The 36-year-old, whose release from custody came at the price of a £5m bail, has not yet entered a plea. He is accused of inflicting an "unprovoked attack" on a music producer with a tequila bottle at a nightclub in London while on his last UK tour in 2023. When he returned to the country a month ago, he was arrested after detectives from London's Metropolitan Police attended the hotel in which he was staying in Salford, Greater Manchester. There are still tickets left for tonight's show. Find out more here Article continues below
