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Fifth Harmony, Charlie Puth & More Dedicate Songs to the Late Christina Grimmie (Videos)

Fifth Harmony hold hands and request a moment of silence for the late Christina Grimmie in this new video from their show at 2016 BLI Summer Jam on Saturday (June 11) at The Nikon at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh, N.Y.

The girls – Camila Cabello, Ally Brooke, Dinah Hansen, Normani Kordei, and Lauren Jauregui – said, “Such a beautiful soul and beautiful talent. We love you and we are praying for your family, and we know you’re smiling down from above.”

Also at that show were Charlie Puth and Rachel Platten, both of whom also knew Christina and dedicated songs to her during their sets.

Meanwhile, Christina‘s good friend Selena Gomez broke down on stage that evening at her Revival Tour concert in Miami. Click inside to see those videos too.

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Nick Jonas Honored at Songwriters Hall of Fame Awards Gala in NYC

Nick Jonas looks handsome in a black and gold blazer while on the red caret at the Songwriters Hall Of Fame Induction And Awards Gala on Thursday evening (June 9) at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.

The 23-year-old entertainer, who released his album Last Year Was Complicated the following day, was joined at the event by Jennifer Hudson, Jussie Smollett and Rachel Platten.

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During the gala, Nick was honored with the Hal David Starlight Award, given to musicians who are at a high-point in their careers and are making a significant impact in the music industry via their original songs.

Nick even took to the stage to perform some of his hits!

FYI: Nick is wearing Valentino. Rachel is wearing a House of CB dress, Casadei heels and a Nancy Gonzalez clutch.

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Rachel Platten Opens Up About Her 'Deeply Personal' Music

Rachel Platten looks so happy while on stage at the Le Vian Red Carpet Revue at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center on Sunday (June 5) in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The 35-year-old singer discussed her music in a recent interview.

“It’s just amazing to me that something that can be so deeply personal can also be universal,” Rachel said about her hit “Fight Song.” “I’m really proud and honored.”

“I wrote my latest single, ‘Better Place,’ which will be on the radio in Boston, about [my sister and her husband],” Rachel added. “I played it for them at their wedding for their first dance. It was so amazing to get to play the song that I wrote for them, and watch them solidify this love that they built.”

FYI: Rachel wore a Milly skirt.

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Rachel Platten Takes Dad Paul to UNICEF Children's Champion Award Dinner

Rachel Platten poses with her dad Paul on the blue carpet while arriving at the UNICEF Children’s Champion Award Dinner Honoring Pedro and Carolina Martinez and Kaia Miller Goldstein held at The Castle at Park Plaza on Thursday (June 2) in Boston, Mass.

The 35-year-old “Better Place” singer, wearing a Three Floor dress, performed at the event, which honors individuals who strive to help us reach the day when ZERO children die from preventable causes.

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“Took my dad as my date tonight. He crushed. Thank you @unicef for allowing me to be part of such an amazing evening,” Rachel wrote on Instagram later in the night.

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Rachel Platten Teams Up With Kurt Hugo Schneider For 'Better Place'

Kurt Hugo Schneider takes over the keys during Rachel Platten‘s concert at the El Rey Theatre earlier this month in Los Angeles.

The two musicians teamed up for a lovely new version of her new single, “Better Place”.

“I’m so excited and proud to share this special performance of #BetterPlace with my friend @KurtSchneider!” Rachel wrote on Instagram. “We had a blast singing at the @elreytheatre on my #WildfireTour.”

Kurt added, “Rachel and her whole band, Craig, Liz, and Chris, were awesome to work with. And I’ll let you guys be the judge, but I think she sounds even better live :) Was great to be a part of it!”


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Rachel Platten Arrives for Billboard Music Awards 2016!

Rachel Platten makes her entrance to the red carpet at the 2016 Billboard Music Awards held at the T-Mobile Arena on Sunday (May 22) in Las Vegas.

The 35-year-old entertainer will be up for one award tonight!

She’ll be competing in the Top Selling Song award for her hit “Fight Song.” Best of luck this evening!

Stay tuned as we’ll be live blogging the whole show, and things are just getting started!

Make sure to tune in for the 2016 Billboard Music Awards, hosted by Ciara and Ludacris, TONIGHT at 8pm ET/PT on ABC!

FYI: Rachel carried an Edie Parker clutch.

Rachel Platten Performs 'Fight Song' At Invictus Games Closing Ceremony

Rachel Platten sets the stage on fire during her performance during the 2016 Invictus Games Orlando Closing Ceremony held at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex on Thursday night (May 12) in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

“#invictusgames these guys are the true spirit of these games – overcoming incredible odds and fighting on,” the “Fight Song” singer wrote on Instagram afterwards. “An absolute honor to be here with you and to play for you.”

Rachel also met Prince Harry!

The Invictus Games are the international adaptive sporting event for wounded, ill and injured servicemen and servicewomen, both serving and Veteran. The Invictus Games 2016 highlights 500 competitors from 14 nations compete in 10 sports.

The prince and the princess. ????????#princeharry!!!

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FYI: Rachel wore BCBGMAXAZRIA.

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