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Spinderella Becomes First Female DJ Inducted In Rock Hall Of Fame
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Spinderella Becomes First Female DJ Inducted In Rock Hall Of Fame

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Hip-Hop icon DJ Spinderella cemented her place in music history, becoming the first female DJ ever inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

The ceremony, held on Saturday night (Nov. 8) at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, celebrated her groundbreaking career and enduring influence as one-third of the trailblazing group Salt-N-Pepa.

Born Deidra Roper, Spinderella rose to fame in the late 1980s and early ’90s alongside Cheryl “Salt” James and Sandra “Pepa” Denton. Together, the trio revolutionized Hip-Hop with a string of chart-topping anthems, including “Shake Your Thang,” “Let’s Talk About Sex,” “Shoop,” and “What a Man.”

1988: American hip hop trio Salt-N-Pepa (Cheryl James, Cheryl Wray, Sandra Denton).

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Their fearless blend of feminism, fun, and unapologetic attitude helped redefine the possibilities for women in rap—and in music at large. Taking the stage during the group’s induction, Spinderella reflected on her four-decade journey behind the decks.

“When I started it was a rare thing to see a woman behind turntables. It was literally the boys club. So, I just I had to carve my own lane. I had to show up. It was dedication. It was my craft. And I never missed a beat in 40 years, y’all.

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DJ Spinderella attends the Ericka Nicole Malone Entertainment Indie Directors & Creators Lounge during the 2025 Sundance Film Festival on January 25, 2025 in Park City, Utah.

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“So, tonight, being the first female DJ inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, it’s beyond amazing, y’all. So surreal. I carry every female DJ who ever dared to dream. Every woman who touched the turntable and said, ‘I can do that, too.’ This is for you. This is ours.”

Her induction also arrives after years of tension within the group. In 2019, Spinderella filed a lawsuit against Salt and Pepa, alleging unpaid royalties and breach of contract following her dismissal from their reunion tour.

DJ Spinderella

DJ Spinderella performs at the 2023 AfroTech Conference Music Stage on November 04, 2023 in Austin, Texas.

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The case was eventually settled that year, after the two parties reached a confidential settlement, and have since mended their differences.

Now, with her Hall of Fame honor, Spinderella’s legacy has come full circle. Once the young woman breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry, she now stands as a symbol of persistence, artistry, and empowerment for generations of DJs to come.

Watch Salt-N-Pepa’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame acceptance speech and performance below.

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Cyndi Lauper Inducted by Chappell Roan, Performs Hits at Rock Hall 2025 Ceremony: Watch
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Cyndi Lauper Inducted by Chappell Roan, Performs Hits at Rock Hall 2025 Ceremony: Watch

by jummy84
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Last night, at the annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Cleveland, Ohio, Cyndi Lauper was inducted by Chappell Roan. Afterwards, the ’80s pop star performed a medley of career-spanning hits with accompaniment from Avril Lavigne, Raye, and others to celebrate the occasion. Watch a replay of those moments below.

While inducting Lauper, Roan shared that she covered “True Colors” during a singing competition as a child, and has held Lauper’s music close ever since then. “It’s that courage that not only creates incredible art that gives everyone who experiences it the permission to be themselves — it opens their hearts, it changes their mind, and that is its power,” she said of Lauper. “Tonight, we honor a woman who redefined what a pop star could look like, sound like, and be.”

Lauper then took the stage to perform a collection of her songs, beginning with “True Colors” as a solo effort. Afterwards, she sang her massive 1984 hit “Time After Time” with accompaniment by British singer Raye, before welcoming Lavigne over for “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun.” During the end of the latter track, Lauper encouraged audience members to sing along and brought Salt-n-Pepa onstage to join in.

Afterwards, Lauper gave a speech to recognize her induction to the Rock Hall and thank her supporters. “I just want to say that I stand on the shoulders of the women who came before me, and my shoulders are broad enough to have the women who came after me stand on mine,” she said. “The little kid in me still believes that rock ‘n’ roll can save the world. I just want to say now of all time, let’s come together again and do good in the world because it needs us.”

This year’s other Rock Hall inductees are the White Stripes, OutKast, Soundgarden, Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Chubby Checker, and Joe Cocker.

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Carmelo Anthony Inducted Into Naismith Basketball Hall Of Fame: Photos
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Carmelo Anthony Inducted Into Naismith Basketball Hall Of Fame: Photos

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Carmelo Anthony has officially been inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, cementing the former Olympian and NBA star as one of the greatest basketball players of the new millennium.

On Saturday (Sept. 6), Carmelo Anthony accepted the honor at the annual Hall of Fame ceremony, which took place at Symphony Hall in Springfield, Massachusetts. Fellow NBA legends Allen Iverson and Dwyane Wade welcomed Anthony into the hall, with both players sharing their experiences competing with and playing alongside the Brooklyn native.

During his induction speech, Anthony reflected on his basketball journey, expressing gratitude to those who have inspired him and helped him along the way. At one point, he credited his children, son Kiyan Anthony, and daughter Genesis Anthony as being the driving forces in his life.

“Your father isn’t perfect, but he is proof that struggle doesn’t mean surrender,” Anthony said, speaking directly to them. “Proof that the road can be rough and still lead to glory.”

He continued, emotionally adding, “Raising children in this world is revolutionary. My kids saved me. They gave me a reason to move past ego, past noise, past criticism. They remind me that legacy isn’t what you leave behind, but what you lift up.”

A former high school standout and McDonald’s All-American, Anthony attended the University of Syracuse for one year, leading the program to their first NCAA basketball championship in the school’s history. Leaving Syracuse after his freshman year, the swingman was selected third overall by the Denver Nuggets in the 2003 NBA Draft, quickly becoming one of the most electrifying talents in the league. Spending several years with the Nuggets, Carmelo was traded to the New York Knicks in 2011, where he helped lead the downtrodden franchise back to relevance.

Following his time with the Knicks, Anthony spent stints with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets, Portland Trailblazers, and Los Angeles Lakers before retiring in 2023. Considered one of the premier scorers of his era, Anthony’s accolades include three Olympic gold medals, ten NBA All-Star selections, and a league scoring title. He was named to the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team in 2021, an honor only bestowed upon those regarded among the greatest to have played the game.

See some photos from Carmelo Anthony’s Hall of Fame induction that capture the magnitude of the historic moment.

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