Article: John Legend Among Celebs At The Democratic Convention
Legend was the most visible of the entertainers who flowed into Denver for the convention, which opened Monday. A choir backed him for the song that fits neatly with Barack Obama’s campaign themes. “We’ve been looking for the world to change,” Legend sang. “If you’re out there, sing along with me. Stand up and say it loud. Tomorrow’s starting now.” Among other celebrities spotted on the first day of the convention: -- Danny Glover, wearing a jacket

Jennifer Hudson to Sing National Anthem at Democratic Convention
Oscar-winning actress and singer Jennifer Hudson has been asked by Barack Obama to sing the national anthem on Thursday – the day of the presumptive Presidential candidate’s much-anticipated address to the Democratic convention in Denver. “His reps called and said we’d love for you to sing the anthem on Thursday,” said Jennifer’s rep. “She’s thrilled and excited. It’s a tremendous honor.” This entry was po

Jennifer Hudson “National Anthem” Democratic National Convention 2008
At the request of Barack Obama himself, Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Hudson will perform our National Anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner,” as the Illinois senator accepts the nomination for president at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday. Get PopCrunch News Updates Email: What's Hot At PopCrunch Related Articles:

Jennifer Hudson to Deliver National Anthem at Convention
Barack Obama has asked Jennifer Hudson to sing the national anthem on Thursday – the day of the presumptive Presidential candidate's much-anticipated address to the Democratic convention in Denver, her rep tells PEOPLE. "His reps called and said we'd love for you to sing the anthem on Thursday," Hudson's rep tells PEOPLE. "She's thrilled and excited. It's a tremendous honor." The DNC will not comment about Hudson's performance until the official schedule is announced. The Dreamgirls Oscar winne

Hillary Clinton Democratic National Convention Speech Video
What did you think of Hillary Clinton’s address at the 2008 Democratic National Convention on Tuesday? Clad in a tangerine pantsuit, the New York State senator was introduced by former First Daughter Chelsea Clinton before giving a passionate presidential endorsement for Barack Obama in front of a massive crowd in Denver. “I’m here tonight as a proud mother, as a proud Democrat, as a proud senator from New York, a proud American, and a proud supporter of Barack Obama….Anyone w

Article: Access Exclusive: Obama Asks Jennifer Hudson To Sing National Anthem At DNC
“American Idol” contestant and Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson will sing at the Democratic National Convention at the request of Barack Obama.Access Hollywood has learned exclusively that Barack Obama has asked the songstress to sing the National Anthem Thursday night in Denver when he formally accepts the party’s nomination.

John Legend’s Brother, Vaughn Anthony, Performs Live At Apple Store SOHO!!

New John Legend Video feat. Andre 3000 - "Green Light"
Check out the new video from John Legend for his new single, “Green Light.” The video features Andre 3000 and also a cameo from Estelle. John Legend's 3rd studio album Evolver is due in stores on October 28.

Ben Affleck Leads Celebrity Charge For Democratic Convention
Hollywood Democrats are packing up and heading out to Denver for the Democratic National Convention (where Effie is going to be singing the national anthem, btw) to support their boy Barack Obama. The shindig opened with a speech from Michelle Obama and no, we're not talking about Tyra "I'm Every Woman" Banks. One of the most vocal of Barack's Hollywood supporters is Ben Affleck who hit up LAX airport looking super casual in his Converse All-Star sneaks as he walks through security. Let's just hope he sh

The Middle Convention and the Under Convention
DENVER -- There are two Democratic National Conventions here in Denver.  The first one is the official convention, which has a sole purpose: to sell Barack Obama, not as a different kind of Democrat, but...

John Legend - "If You're Out There"
John Legend's debut performance of "If You're Out There" at the 2008 Democratic National Convention.

John Legend & Leon Ware: In Conversation (EXCLUSIVE VIDEO)
John Legend Sits Down with the Legendary Leon Ware (EXCLUSIVE VIDEO)!

Michelle Obama at the DNC
Michelle Obama delivered a powerful, impassioned speech at the democratic national convention last night.

Once In A Lifetime Chance To Meet John Legend!
John Legend AND STEPHEN JACKSON TEAM UP! John Legend and Golden State Warriors Star Forward Stephen Jackson Are Teaming up to Offer a Once-in-a-Lifetime VIP Experience to Support The Show Me Campaign. Not only will you receive two tickets to the March 21, 2008 Golden State Warriors vs. Houston Rockets game, the winning bidder along with their guest will have the opportunity to meet John Legend and Stephen Jackson at a limited-access post-game VIP reception. In addition, the winning bidder will also receive

Reminder: Season Finale of FNMTV FRIDAY/ Ne-Yo, Pink, John Legend and Cassie
FNMTV Friday at 8pm Performance by Ne-Yo Video Premieres by John Legend, Pink and Cassie Check out some of the photos from the taping!

JOHN LEGEND JOINS MUSICIANS PERFORMING FOR THE PEACE ONE DAY CELEBRATION
For Immediate Release – London, August 6th, 2008Peace One Day announced today that five-time Grammy Award winning musical phenomenon John Legend will join the Peace One Day Celebration at The Royal Albert Hall on September 21, Peace Day; the annual day of global cease-fire and non violence. Annie Lennox will be live onstage accompanied by her full band and Bryan Adams will perform an acoustic set. To add to an extraordinary night of entertainment, Jude Law will introduce the screening of Jeremy Gilley's

It’s Official! Barack Obama is the Democratic Nominee for President
“With eyes firmly fixed on the future, in the spirit of unity, with the goal of victory, with faith in our party and our country, let’s declare together in one voice, right here, right now, that Barack Obama is our candidate and he will be our president,” Clinton said, setting off a loud celebration Obama’s nomination became official. Obama officially accepts the nomination and will speak tomorrow night in Denver at Invesco Field. Share: These icons link to social bookmarking sites where read

Watch John Legend Live in Concert!
John Legend’s Live from Philidelphia DVDIn Stores & Online Now!Don’t forget to get your copy of John’s new live concert dvd. It’s available everywhere. Click Here to order it from Amazon now.

A possible plot against Obama
City and U.S. authorities said Monday night that at least three people were under arrest on firearms and drug charges in connection with a possible plot to kill Senator Barack Obama during his speech accepting the Democratic presidential nomination on Thursday night. The United States attorney's office in Denver has scheduled a news conference for Tuesday afternoon to discuss its investigation. A spokeswoman for the Denver Police Department said that an "aggressive" inquiry had been under way since the f

Michelle Obama Rings a Welcome to Biden's Wife
When Sen. Barack Obama told wife Michelle that he'd decided on a vice presidential candidate earlier this week, she gave him snaps – literally. "I've stayed out of this process ... but when he told me his choice I said, 'That's the right choice.' I was like, 'Good!' " she told PEOPLE as she snapped her fingers in approval after her husband's announcement Saturday that Sen. Joseph Biden of Delaware would be his running mate. That morning Michelle Obama, 44 – sporting a tiny peace-sign pave diamond

Bike Gang: Stop Riding Us Over Obama Plot
A motorcycle gang reportedly connected to the three morons suspected of trying to kill Barack Obama are up in arms -- with no sleeves of course -- claiming any link is pure hogwash. A rep from the Denver chapter of the Sons of Silence motorcycle Club told TMZ, "Those guys have nothing to do with our organization whatsoever. Nothing. None of our guys know who they are. We heard one of them was wearing a Sons of Silence support t-shirt, but you can buy that online or at any of our swap meets." He also added

First Songs, Now Handbags: Barack Obama Really IS An Inspiration
Celebrity handbag designer Timmy Woods is a real Barack Obama supporter. He has been so inspired by the Democratic Presidential candidate that he created a handbag based on Obama’s campaign posters. Who’s the lucky first owner? The senator’s wife, Michelle Obama.

Fall Out Boy Falls on DNC Convention
As thousands of Barack Obama supporters—not to mention quite a few loyal Hillary Clinton fans—converged on the Pepsi Center in Denver Monday for day one of the Democratic National...

Michelle Obama Speaks
Our (hopefully) future First Lady (and View cohost!) Michelle Obama opened the Democratic National Convention in Denver last night with a stirring speech in which described her own upbringing as a middle class child on the south side of Chicago. Get it, 'Shelle!  I wish she would have mentioned  the Tyra photo spread, though. Someone needs to address that shit. "All of us [are] driven by the simple belief that the world as it is just won't do - that we have an obligation to fight for the world a