Jay-Z is speaking out in support of gay marriage. Following President Obama’s endorsement of same-sex marriage last week, the Roc Nation mogul has weighed in on the hot topic.

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He’s headlined Coachella and Glastonbury, and now Jay-Z is launching his own festival. The hip-hop king will be the curator and headlining performer at the inaugural “Budweiser Made in America” music festival this Labor Day weekend.

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After wowing at the Met Gala, Beyoncé stepped out for the second night in a row to the launch of Erica Reid’s book The Thriving Child hosted by her husband L.A. Reid. But this time, she had her mother Tina Knowles and husband Jay-Z by her side. Jay affectionately pinched his wife’s cheeks, while they mingled with guests including Mary J. Blige and Karmin.

The couple’s daughter Blue Ivy Carter was safe and sound back home. “She’s four months old today, and she’s just got the most delicious little cheeks,” said B, who has been rehearsing for her upcoming shows at Revel in Atlantic City.

Beyoncé’s Givenchy Haute Couture gown by Riccardo Tisci, which took 350 hours to make, landed her on many best-dressed lists including People, InStyle, and Vogue.

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YouTube brought out Jay-Z at its Upfront presentation at the Beacon Theatre in New York City on Wednesday. Sporting a blazer and the new Brooklyn Nets fitted cap, Mr. Carter closed out the event with a surprise performance of “Empire State of Mind.” He has his own Life + Times channel on YouTube, which is spending $200 million on its original programming.

The corporate gig also included appearances from Pharrell and Russell Simmons, with additional performances by Flo Rida and hip-hop violinist Miri Ben-Ari.

Video of Hov’s surprise moment made its way to YouTube. Watch below.

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The Olympics are getting down with the Roc. Rihanna and Jay-Z will help provide the soundtrack to the London 2012 Olympic Games this summer.

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Sean “Diddy” Combs finds himself in a familiar spot. The Bad Boy mogul reigns at No. 1 on the Forbes Five, a short list of hip-hop’s top-earning artists, edging out his peers including Jay-Z, 50 Cent, and Birdman.

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With Blue Ivy back home, Beyoncé and Jay-Z spoiled their nephew Daniel Julez by taking him to a basketball game. The famous family was courtside as the New Jersey Nets took on the Miami Heat at Monday’s game at the Prudential Center. Solange’s seven-year-old son had a blast, playing around with his aunt and uncle, who showered him with love. Julez’ father also joined them for the family outing. Can you feel the love?

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Beyoncé and Jay-Z kicked back and enjoyed a lazy Sunday in the Big Apple. The superstar couple attended the New York Knicks vs. Miami Heat game at Madison Square Garden. B brought her fashion A-game in a wide-brimmed hat, cheetah-print pants, and round sunglasses, while Jay held his wife’s hand as she navigated the messy streets in her hot pink designer heels. The Knicks lost, but the Carters still left the venue with smiles on their faces.

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