Alice Tan Ridley

Alice Tan Ridley (born 1952) is a gospel and R&B singer and the mother of Gabourey Sidibe. She auditioned on the NBC series America's Got Talent. Prior to joining America's Got Talent, Alice also appeared in the television show 30 Seconds To Fame, winning $25,000 in the pilot episode.

Alice raised her two children Ahmed and Gabourey in Harlem. She has been singing and busking in the subway stations for about 20 years.

Alice's daughter, Gabourey Sidibe, starred in the 2009 hit film Precious, and garnered great critical acclaim.

Alice auditioned in New York for the fifth season of America's Got Talent. She auditioned with Etta James' hit song "At Last". She was praised by all three judges and advanced to Vegas Week. Her daughter, Gabourey Sidibe, later stated that she was "very proud of her." In Vegas Week, she was selected to move on to the Top 48, alongside fellow singer Debra Romer. On July 20, Alice performed "Midnight Train to Georgia" by Gladys Knight. She received a standing ovation from the crowd and the judges, and was praised for her performance. She had advanced to the semi-finals, advancing with AscenDance, Michael Grimm, and Antonio Restivo.^{[citation needed]} Her semifinal performance of "I Have Nothing" was the first performance of the twelve of the night, with Piers Morgan calling it a great beginning for the show. When placed against Studio One Young Beast Society in the final moments of the results show the next night, both Sharon and Piers opted for Studio One, and effectively ended Ridley's time on America's Got Talent.

Golden State Beats Oklahoma City To Force A Game 7

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i. Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) shoots over Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) during the second half of Game 6 of the NBA basketball Western Conference finals in Oklahoma City on Saturday. The Warriors won 108-101. Sue Ogrocki/AP hide caption. toggle caption Sue Ogrocki/AP ... The Warriors won 108-101. Sue Ogrocki/AP ... The winner will play Cleveland in the NBA Finals ... ....

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French president Francois Hollande, left, welcomes German Chancellor Angela Merkel upon her arrival at the Elysee Palace, in Paris, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2015.

German, French leaders mark 100 years since Battle of Verdun

Edit The Hindu 29 May 2016

In extensive ceremonies on Sunday in eastern France, Mr. Hollande and Ms ... Educating the youth ... Ms. Merkel said on Saturday the event shows how good German-French relations were today and the achievements of European unity ... Keywords....

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Iraqi federal police at the front line during fight against Islamic State outside Fallujah, Iraq, Saturday, May 28, 2016.

Iraqi army makes gains in ISIL-held Falluja

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The nearby town of Karma, the first line of IS defence, is now in the army's hands, reports said ... Large numbers of elite combat troops have also been deployed near Falluja ... The Oslo Times ....

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'Mass rape' video on social media shocks Brazil

Edit BBC News 27 May 2016

Brazilian police are hunting more than 30 men suspected of raping a teenage girl in Rio de Janeiro, and of putting video of the attack on social media. The girl is reported to have gone to her boyfriend's house on Saturday and to have regained consciousness later, surrounded by the men ... ....

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Russian President Vladimir Putin holds a video conference with the top military brass on a Russian air campaign in Syria, in the Novo-Ogaryovo residence outside Moscow, Russia, Friday, Nov. 20, 2015.

Putin blasts West on first trip to EU country this year

Edit St Louis Post-Dispatch 28 May 2016

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — On his first trip to a European Union country this year, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday sharply criticized western policy toward Moscow, describing a newly expanded U.S. missile defense system as a threat to his… ... ....

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Looking north towards West 10th Street Nearby sites include Washington Square Park and music venue Cafe Wha?, where Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Bruce Springsteen, Kool & the Gang, Bill Cosby, Richard Pryor, and many others began their careers.

Duo will celebrate Whitney Houston’s life and music at Cafe Wha?

Edit The Examiner 29 Jan 2016

When Alice Tan Ridley and Ayanna Irish hit the stage at Cafe Wha? on February 10 for their concert, “I Will Always Love You — A Whitney Houston Tribute Show,” they will share their love of the late singer’s music, how she inspires them as performers, and how her music brought them together. Ridley was performing in the Times Square subway station on September 24, 2008, when Irish was walking by....

Holiday happenings for second half of December 2015: musical performances

Edit Penn Live 14 Dec 2015

Soulful Christmas with Alice Tan Ridley. A contestant during the fifth season of "America's Got Talent," Alice Tan Ridley will set the holiday mood with favorites such as "Santa Baby," "Away in a Manager" and "Hallelujah," along with songs from her latest album and other favorites "Respect" and "I'll Take You There ."....

Holiday happenings in the midstate 2015: musical performances

Edit Penn Live 29 Nov 2015

SING OUT (Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania)

Edit Public Technologies 21 Oct 2015

Alice Tan Ridley, the American singer who achieved notoriety on television's 'America's Got Talent' brought her special brand of vocals to Slippery Rock University last Friday to kick off the 2015-16 Performing Arts Series....

SRU books “America’s Got Talent” star (Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania)

Edit Public Technologies 23 Sep 2015

Alice Tan Ridley, of "America's Got Talent" fame, will present a concert at Slippery Rock University at 7.30 p.m., Oct ... - Alice Tan Ridley, the American singer who achieved notoriety on television's "America's Got Talent," will launch Slippery Rock University's 2015-2016 Performing Art Series with a concert at 7.30 p.m., Oct ... Born in Georgia to a family of 10 children, Tan Ridley has been performing since childhood....

SRU Performing Arts Series books five musical acts (Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania)

Edit Public Technologies 23 Jun 2015

(Source. Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania). June 22, 2015. SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa ... Showtime for all campus performances is 7.30 p.m ... Alice Tan Ridley, a finalist on NBC's "America's Got Talent," will open the series Oct. 16. Ridley was cited for her powerful voice, electrifying stage presence and the ability to bring her audience to its feet as part of her popular AGT selection. Actress Gabourney Sidibe is her daughter ... 7 ... 4....

Concert and club listings

Edit Philadelphia Daily News 24 Apr 2015

In Concert. Annenberg Center - Zellerbach Theatre. 3680 Walnut St.; 215-898-6701. www.annenbergcenter.org. Plena Libre. $20-$60. 4/25. 8 pm. Electric Factory. 421 7th St.; 215-569-9400. www.electricfactory.info. Crowder. $25. 4/25. 7 pm. Sixx.A.M. $32.50. 4/28. 8.30 pm. Grand Opera House. 818 N. Market St., Wilmington; 302-652-5577. www.TheGrandWilmington.org. The Rock & Roll Legends Show. $39-$76.99. 4/25. 7 pm. Alice Tan Ridley. $25. 4/25. 8 pm. The Waterboys ... ....

Moraru, Sons of Serendip and Emily West deliver on packed “AGT” Semifinals

Edit The Examiner 27 Aug 2014

Tonight, 12 of the rising stars in the talent world faced the Radio City Music Hall audience for the second time!. Who impressed the judges (Howie Mandel, Mel B, Heidi Klum and Howard Stern) and the audience? Read on to find out.. Flight Crew Jump Rope ... B+ ... D ... C- ... Emily West closed the show tonight! I remember watching Barbara Padilla and Alice Tan Ridley blossom on their seasons and I believe that Emily is on their caliber of excellence....

Centenary's Summer Jamfest Series starts in July

Edit The Examiner 24 Jun 2014

CSC celebrates the birth of a new Diva, Alice Tan Ridley on Saturday, July 19th at 8 pm. Ridley started singing in the subways of New York to help support her family and the dreams of her daughter Academy Award Nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe, star of the 2009 film Precious ... Tickets for Alice Tan Ridley are $27.50 for Adults and $20 for youth under 18....

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