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The night before Nashville’s CMT Music Awards,Maren Morris abruptly pulled out of her performance. She blamed it on a “scheduling conflict.” That hardly passes the smell test. Surprisingly, so did country singer Gabby Barrett, who claimed “personal circumstances” caused the sudden cancelation. (Just Jared)

Another Grande-family wedding ceremony is on the horizon. Ariana’s brother Frankie Grande proposed Tuesday night to actor Hale Leon. They’ve dated two years. Frankie, who is nearly four years sober, told People magazine (quote) “It was such a perfect, beautiful moment. Hale was completely surprised. We started crying tears of joy.”

Just as One Direction was hitting new heights of popularity, Liam Payne felt he was hitting “rock bottom.” He suffered mentally and stuffed his emotions with “pills and booze.” At times, Liam considered ending his life. Last month, Liam Payne focused on health and quit drinking for his own sanity. (People)

Tyler Perry will resurrect the character Madea for a Netflix movie. He made the announcement at Instagram in Madea’s voice. The 12th installment of the franchise, A Madea Homecoming, is due to stream next year. (Entertainment Tonight)