Pharrell Williams Threatens To Sue President Trump Over Use Of 'Happy'
There is nothing "Happy" about the cease-and-desist letter the singer and producer sent President Trump.
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There is nothing "Happy" about the cease-and-desist letter the singer and producer sent President Trump.
A U.S. Court of Appeals upheld a $5.3 million verdict Wednesday, affirming that musicians Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams knowingly copied Marvin Gaye's song, "Got to Give it Up," to create "Blurred Lines."
Venues for the live concert experience range from intimate club settings to large stadium shows that vary with crowd capacity and special effect features.
Pharrell Williams, One Direction and Florence + The Machine are going to appear at the Apple Music Festival next month.
A judge has trimmed more than $2 million from a verdict against Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams over their hit "Blurred Lines," but is also giving Marvin Gaye's family a share of future earnings from the 2013 hit song.
Pharrell Williams' push for measures that prevent climate change is picking up more momentum as he asks leaders to create greener jobs and save the planet in a recent video.
A new trial motion called a Los Angeles jury's $7.4 million verdict finding the song "Blurred Lines" infringed on a Marvin Gaye hit "unfounded, illogical, and a miscarriage of justice."
This week, Derek Zoolander broke some great news and Robin Thicke's troubles just keep getting worse.
The LA Coliseum, no small venue, is reportedly even offering to host.
A jury has completed its first full day of deliberations in a copyright infringement case in which Marvin Gaye's family claims the 2013 hit "Blurred Lines" copied their father's music.
Singers Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams lied about how they crafted the 2013 hit "Blurred Lines" and should be financially punished for using music by Marvin Gaye, a lawyer for the late singer's family told a jury Thursday.
On Wednesday, Williams told a jury in federal court in Los Angeles that he grew up listening to Gaye's music.
Watch Pharrell Williams talk about the creation of 'Happy,' and how the world's response has affirmed his faith in humanity.
Today (Dec. 4) the Recording Academy is slowly revealing the full list of nominees for the 2015 GRAMMY Awards, airing Feb 8.
The Virginia-born Williams started his producing career as one half of The Neptunes with Chad Hugo, helping create such memorable radio and club hits as Daft Punk's "Get Lucky," Robin Thicke's "Blurred Lines" and Nelly's "Hot in Herre."
The GRAMMYs and CBS are throwing quite a Christmas bash—and now Sam Smith and Big Sean will join the party.
Pop music's biggest stars took the stage Friday for CBS RADIO's "We Can Survive" concert.
Australian rapper Iggy Azalea led the way with six nominations for the American Music Awards, while John Legend, Katy Perry and Pharrell Williams each received five.
Despite the political nature of the video, Honora Talbott said no politicians were harmed in the making of the video.
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis were early winners, picking up major honor best new artist.
Will Daft Punk and Pharrell Williams "Get Lucky" or will Bruno Mars be "Locked Out of Heaven"?
Who will walk away with GRAMMY gold at the 56th Annual awards? We rank the top 20 nominees.
The son of late singer Marvin Gaye announced earlier this week that he's been receiving dialysis for renal failure for three years.
Robin Thicke is asking a federal judge to determine his song "Blurred Lines" doesn't copy from elements of two other songs.
The Boston Celtics cruised past Los Angeles 126-105 on Friday night, with the Lakers playing without LeBron James and Luka Doncic.
Police said that the driver dragged the stroller down the block, severely injuring a 3-month-old baby and a 3-year-old toddler.
A Riverside County man was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for selling a lethal dose of fentanyl.
A stolen vehicle pursuit ended after the suspect crashed into another car in Victorville.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Police said that the driver dragged the stroller down the block, severely injuring a 3-month-old baby and a 3-year-old toddler.
A Riverside County man was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for selling a lethal dose of fentanyl.
A stolen vehicle pursuit ended after the suspect crashed into another car in Victorville.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Private First-Class Tanner F. Rubio was inside a tactical vehicle when a mishap occurred during routine training.
A Riverside County man was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for selling a lethal dose of fentanyl.
Private First-Class Tanner F. Rubio was inside a tactical vehicle when a mishap occurred during routine training.
The man quickly grabbed a ladder and helped his wife, 11-year-old son and an elderly woman to safety.
Chef Sang Yoon said the bakery's final day of service will be on Dec. 14.
Crews are working to rerail the derailed cars and restore service to the train.
Mark Ahrens and his son were singing Christmas carols when a speeding Tesla slammed into their minivan.
Officials said that the marine died from injuries sustained in a tactical vehicle mishap on Wednesday afternoon.
One person was declared dead at the scene of the crash, which happened just before 3 p.m. near Heil Avenue and Goldenwest Street, police said.
Marine veteran Tom Steen, who lost both legs to an illness, thanked his neighbors for helping his family get rid of the rats infesting his Irvine home.
A pair of earthquakes shook parts of Riverside County, near Idyllwild, on Thanksgiving Day.
Police said that the driver dragged the stroller down the block, severely injuring a 3-month-old baby and a 3-year-old toddler.
A stolen vehicle pursuit ended after the suspect crashed into another car in Victorville.
The Thoroughbred holiday lights show in Rancho Cucamonga will be drive-thru only beginning on Friday.
Officials said that the marine died from injuries sustained in a tactical vehicle mishap on Wednesday afternoon.
Police say that the driver dragged the stroller down the block, severely injuring a 3-month-old baby and a 3-year-old toddler.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
LeBron James' streak of 1,297 consecutive double-digit scoring games has ended.
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
California unveiled a new online portal on Wednesday for residents to report alleged misconduct by federal agents during operations to enforce immigration laws.
Democrats on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform released "never-before-seen" images of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
The Trump administration has halted all immigration applications filed by people from 19 countries, according to internal government guidance, its latest move to restrict legal immigration pathways.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
Supervisors will vote on the ordinance again in two weeks, after a review period. If approved, it would bar the sale of kratom derivatives to people under 21 in Riverside County.
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente nurses and health care workers across California are hitting the picket line Tuesday, as a five-day strike begins.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Waymo has begun offering autonomous robotaxi service using freeways for the first time in select cities in California and Arizona, the company announced.
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente nurses and health care workers across California are hitting the picket line Tuesday, as a five-day strike begins.
A charity that accepted donations of vehicles that would pay for breast cancer screenings for low-income patients agreed Thursday to pay a $3.8 million fine and to restrictions on future fundraising activities in 19 U.S. states, including Colorado.
The Boston Celtics cruised past Los Angeles 126-105 on Friday night, with the Lakers playing without LeBron James and Luka Doncic.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
LeBron James' streak of 1,297 consecutive double-digit scoring games has ended.
Former Angels and Rangers manager Ron Washington is returning to the Bay Area to become infield coach for the San Francisco Giants on new manager Tony Vitello's staff.
Skyy Clark hit six 3-pointers and scored 25 points, Tyler Bilodeau scored 20 of his 21 points in the second half and UCLA held on to win the Big Ten Conference opener with an 82-80 win over Washington after leading by 16 with less than five minutes to play.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Steve Cropper co-wrote several classics, including "(Sittin' on) the Dock of the Bay," "Green Onions" and "In the Midnight Hour."
Stoppard was often hailed as the greatest British playwright of his generation.
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
A group of 14 women, some of whom were inmates or former foster kids, became the first all-female class to graduate from an LA County firefighter training program. Zach Boetto reports.
CBS LA's Hunter Sowards gives us a look at some of the most iconic designs from legendary architect Frank Gehry.
FIFA's World Cup groups are set after a ceremony at the Kennedy Center. Tom Wait reports.
Netflix on Friday said it is buying Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion, merging the biggest streaming service with a storied studio that has produced films such as "Casablanca" and the "Harry Potter" franchise. Lauren Pozen reports.
CBS LA, in partnership with the California Highway Patrol, is collecting toys and gifts for this year's CHiPs for Kids drive.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
