Beyonce’s Lawyers Threaten Tribute Restaurant With Legal Warning
(AllHipHop News) Beyonce’s lawyers have fired off a cease-and-desist notice to the owners of a New York pop-up bar dedicated to the superstar. Bosses at Leyenda in Brooklyn recently announced they were renaming the Latin cocktail bar and restaurant “Sleyenda” for the month of December in honor of the singer, as a nod to her […]

XXXTentacion Makes It Home From Prison For The Holiday
(AllHipHop News) Rapper XXXTentacion caught a break and will be released from prison in time for the holiday. XXXTentacion is facing 15 felony charges, stemming from a series of violent altercations with his ex-girlfriend. He was charged with additional crimes, after he contacted his ex, in an attempt to persuade her to drop domestic […]

Rick Ross Wins Another Round In Lawsuit Against LMFAO
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Rick Ross’ copyright infringement lawsuit against LMFAO over their song “Party Rock Anthem” has been revived after a judge granted his appeal. The hip-hop hitmaker launched legal action against dance music stars Redfoo and SkyBluin in 2014 over the highly-popular track, which featured the phrase “Everyday I’m shufflin’,” which Ross claimed was […]

Joey Bada$$ Named Creative Director Of PONY
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Joey Bada$$ has been named streetwear brand PONY’s first-ever creative director. The hip-hop hitmaker has designed and released a sneaker collection with the New York-based brand, according to Billboard. “It’s pure synergy,” he says. “This is some classic, authentic, vibe: that’s how I feel. I am a product of New York and […]

Pioneering Podcaster Combat Jack Dies From Colon Cancer
The Hip-Hop community is mourning the passing of veteran lawyer/podcast host Reggie “Combat Jack” Osse. Combat Jack announced he was fighting colon cancer in October, after a hiatus from his longrunning podcast “The Combat Jack Show.” He revealed to his audience that he was rushed to the hospital for emergency surgery and had since been […]

Kevin Hart To Star As A Hitman In New Action-Comedy “On The Run”
(AllHipHop News) Kevin Hart has signed on to star as a hitman in action-comedy “On The Run.” The actor and comedian will play an assassin in Universal Pictures upcoming flick, and will also produce under his Hartbeat production company, according to The Hollywood Reporter. With a script from “Everybody Hates Chris” and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” writer […]

Travis Scott and Saint Laurent Link For Limited Edition Album
(AllHipHop News) Travis Scott has partnered with Saint Laurent on a limited-edition album. The “Antidote” rapper fronted the French luxury fashion label’s spring/summer 2017 campaign, released in November 2016, which saw him sporting a slim-fit black suit and posing in the desert alongside other models. Continuing his relationship with the brand, Scott has now worked […]

Eminem Had To Learn How To Rap Again After Drug Addiction
(AllHipHop News) Eminem’s handlers were concerned his drug addiction hell had caused the star lasting “brain damage” because he almost forgot how to rap as he recorded his 2009 album Relapse. The “Lose Yourself” hitmaker forced himself to kick his longtime substance abuse habit after suffering a near-fatal drug overdose in 2007, and got back […]

Rape Accusers Put Russell Simmons On Blast During “Megyn Kelly Show”
(AllHipHop News) Rap mogul Russell Simmons is under fire again, after two of his rape accusers appeared on the “Megyn Kelly Today” show to discuss their allegations against the Def Jam founder. Sherri Hines and Natashia Williams-Blach both gave detailed accounts of their encounters with Russell Simmons. Sheri Sher said she was just 18-years-old when […]

Nicki Minaj’s Brother Fights For Freedom After Rape Conviction
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Nicki Minaj’s brother has postponed his sentencing hearing in a bid to vacate his child rape conviction. Jelani Maraj was found guilty of predatory sexual assault against a child and endangering the welfare of a child last month and now faces 25 years to life in prison. He was set to be […]

Lil Kim Checks Fan Over Body Shaming Comments
(AllHipHop News) Lil Kim has hit back at a fan who body shamed her for wearing a tight catsuit. The rapper performed at a concert in New Jersey on Thursday evening sporting a tight PVC catsuit featuring bright blocks of pink, red and blue fabric, and posted several photos of herself posing in the outfit […]

Fetty Wap Sinks $100,000 Into Girlfriend’s Fashion Business
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Fetty Wap has invested $100,000 in his girlfriend’s fashion business. The “Trap Queen” hitmaker surprised designer Yaya at her Omaj by NoiR clothing line launch party in New Jersey, after performing for her. Fetty told fans he was very impressed with his girlfriend’s creativity as he hit the microphone to announce his […]

Mystikal Pleads Not Guilty To Rape and Kidnapping Charges
(AllHipHop News) Rapper Mystikal pleaded not guilty to rape and kidnapping charges in a Louisiana court on Monday (December 18). The “Danger” singer, real name Michael Tyler, turned himself in to police in Shreveport in August after a warrant was issued for his arrest relating to an alleged sex assault in a casino in October […]

XXXTentacion Facing A Total Of 15 Felony Charges
(AllHipHop News) Rap newcomer XXXTentacion has been slapped with a further eight felony charges of witness tampering relating to his 2016 arrest for domestic violence. The troubled star was jailed in Florida on Friday (December 15) for violating his bail after prosecutors accused him of coercing the ex-girlfriend he’s accused of beating not to testify […]

Luther Campbell Inks Deal With Adidas To Train Kids In Sports Business
(AllHipHop News) Uncle Luke Campbell received some major backing for his Liberty City Optimist (Warriors) football program. Over the weekend, Luther Campbell announced Adidas has donated $300,000 to the program, in addition to equipment for the Sam Johnson Youth Center at Hadley Park, the new facility that Uncle Luke recently opened. Thanks to the donation, […]

Will Smith Denies Asking Strangers For Money To Buy Water
(AllHipHop News) Will Smith has denied his wife Jada Pinkett Smith’s claims that he often asks strangers for money. “The Pursuit of Happyness” actor is one of the most bankable stars in Hollywood, with his films grossing over $7 billion at the global box office. Back in May, Will’s wife Jada made an appearance on […]

G-Eazy Celebrates Platinum Success Of “No Limit” With A Party In Las V
(AllHipHop News) G-Eazy is winding down the year with major deals and awards. In addition to signing up with Ford Models and designing for H&M, G-Eazy celebrated the platinum success of his single “No Limit.” The event also doubled as a release party for G’s new album The Beautiful & Damned. The rapper hit the […]

2 Chainz Creates A Permanent Toy Room For Children At Atlanta Hospital
(AllHipHop News) Atlanta rap star 2 Chainz has announced a new partnership with the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Hughes Spalding. Representatives for the hospital announced 2 Chainz’ Tru Foundation has created a new playroom at the new Spalding facility. Over the weekend, 2 Chainz Tru Foundation partnered with the Emerging 100 of Atlanta and handed […]

Blac Chyna Erases Her Future Tattoo
(AllHipHop News) Model and reality TV star Blac Chyna has erased a tattoo she had inked for rapper Future and replaced it with the name of her daughter. Chyna was briefly linked to singer Ciara’s ex-fiance in 2015, and she wasted no time in showing her love to the “Mask Off” hitmaker by having “Future” […]

Ice Cube Signs NBA Legend Baron Davis To BIG3 League
(AllHipHop News) Ice Cube continues to expand his BIG3 league’s roster of talent. Cube and reps for the BIG3 announced the signing of former New York Knicks star Baron Davis during Davis’s annual Black Santa Charity Game. Baron Davis’s Black Santa Company hosted the First Annual Celebrity Basketball Game Fundraiser at Crossroads School for Arts […]