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Akon Sued for Allegedly Injuring a Concert Staff
February 26, 2013 03:02:46The 'Right Now' singer is facing another lawsuit because his dangerous dive from the stage reportedly causes permanent disability to a concert staff.
Video Premiere: Wonder Girls' 'Like Money' Ft. Akon
July 10, 2012 11:07:28South Korean girl group Wonder Girls release a futuristic-themed video for their new English-language song 'Like Money' which features Akon.
Hip-Hop Mogul Jimmy Henchman Found Guilty of Running Drug Ring
June 06, 2012 01:06:54The CEO of Czar Entertainment, who once managed Akon and Brandy, is facing life in prison after convicted of 13 charges including cocaine distribution, money laundering and witness tampering.
Akon Channels His Inner Street Fighter in 'Hurt Somebody' Video
May 02, 2012 11:05:44The 'Smack That' hitmaker encourages his fans to use their fists rather than pull out a gun to settle feuds with their enemies.
Akon: Jessica Sanchez Is Overqualified for 'American Idol'
April 28, 2012 10:04:03Sharing his hope to sign the 16-year-old 'Idol' finalist, the 'Angel' singer thinks Jessica was almost voted off the singing competition because she's so good that people assume she's been voted for.
Video: Lonely Island, Michael Bolton, Akon Perform at Emmys 2011
September 19, 2011 03:09:05Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone also bring in Ed Helms, John Stamos and Maya Rudolph at the 63rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards.
The Lonely Island 'Just Had Sex' With Akon at Comedy Awards
March 28, 2011 09:03:58Andy Samberg, Jorma Taccone and Akon were tapped to perform the 'Saturday Night Live' bit at the first ever 'Academy Awards for Comedy'.
Akon Sues Former Booking Agent for Trademark Infringement
March 05, 2011 01:03:09Despite terminating the booking agreement, ATA has been accused of secretly booking appearances for Akon in several countries.
Video Premiere: Dr. Dre's 'Kush' Ft. Akon and Snoop Dogg
December 11, 2010 09:12:57The world freezes around Dr. Dre, Akon and Snoop Dogg as they sing and spit their verses to the camera in the Joseph Kahn-directed video.
Official Video Premiere: Michael Jackson's 'Hold My Hand' Ft. Akon
December 09, 2010 03:12:09The legacy of Michael Jackson is celebrated by his fans in this Akon-featuring music video directed by Mark Pellington.
Michael Jackson's 'Hold My Hand' Video Ft. Akon Gets Sneak Peek
December 06, 2010 09:12:34Before the music video comes out in full, take a quick look at how Michael Jackson's legacy is visualized in this mix of old and new footage.
Video Premiere: Flo Rida's 'Who Dat Girl' Ft. Akon
December 03, 2010 10:12:25Flo Rida and Akon have a good time, partying around the house with a girl who accidentally comes to life due to an 'accident.'
Akon Answers will.i.am's Criticism Over Michael Jackson's Posthumous Album
November 17, 2010 10:11:16Insisting that the December 14 album helps to keep the late King of Pop's legacy alive, Akon said, 'I don't see anything disrespectful about it.'
Michael Jackson's First Official Single 'Hold My Hand' Ft. Akon Debuted
November 15, 2010 02:11:13Unlike 'Breaking News' which was condemned, this Akon-assisted single got approval from one member of Michael Jackson's family.
Akon Sets Up School in Senegal
November 10, 2010 11:11:01Digging the money from his own pocket, the singer builds a new school for African children.
