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Omar Gooding Isn’t Done With Cam’Ron—Or Rap

By: Chuck Creekmur (@ChuckCreekmur)Category: Exclusives

Omar Gooding has lived many lives in entertainment. To some, he’s the kid from Nickelodeon and Smart Guy. To others, he’s the actor from Baby Boy and seemingly countless roles across TV and film. But what many don’t know is Gooding has been an MC long before Hollywood fame ever called.

Recently, his pen and pride collided with Harlem legend Cam’ron, sparking one of the most unexpected rap dust-ups of the year. What began with a slip of the tongue—Cam calling him “Omar Gooding Jr.”—spiraled into a string of diss records, a viral “prank” that left Gooding furious and a fourth response track that has the rap world taking him very seriously. In an exclusive with AllHipHop, Omar opens up about defending his brother Cuba Gooding Jr. from Nas, why he doesn’t write out of anger, the details behind the prank and why Part Four is the one.

The Q&A has been edited for clarity and flow. For the full, unedited conversation watch the video

AllHipHop: Omar, first off, how you feeling? You’ve had the internet buzzing.

Omar Gooding: I’m good, bro. Glad to talk to you. I know I got people shaking right now, some laughing, some talking, but it’s cool. I’m built for this.

AllHipHop: I’m glad to talk to you, man. First of all, you’re not from New York City, but your brother used to be at all our parties back in the day hanging out.

Omar Gooding: That’s funny too because he was hot at me a couple days ago. He was like, “Stop pandering to ignorance.” And I was like, first of all, what the f##k does pandering mean? Second of all, make me # when you trying to preach to your little brother. Like, knock it the sh## off. I’m doing what I do.

I don’t think I’ve responded or written out of anger in a long time. Ironically, I’ma give you something I wasn’t planning on saying. The only time I ever wrote a rhyme out of anger was when I was trying to defend my big brother when Nas put his name in a song. (Editor’s Note: On “These Are Our Heroes,” Nas condemned Tiger Woods, Taye Diggs and Cuba Gooding Jr.)

AllHipHop: Tell me more.

Omar Gooding: Yeah, the only time I ever rapped out of anger was defending my big brother. When Nas said, “You sell out like Cuba Gooding Jr.,” I lost it. I was in Dr. Dre’s studio with Focus, Chino XL, a bunch of MCs. They threw on a beat, and I went last like I always do. I went straight at Nas. Everybody was like, “What are you doing?” But that’s my brother. I was heated. Focus just shook his head and said, “Nas ain’t gonna respond.” And of course, he didn’t. But that was the one time.

AllHipHop: Recently you found yourself in another situation — the so-called prank with Cam. Walk us through what happened.

Omar Gooding: Man, look. I was booked for one scene, $2,500, flown first class, easy work. The original script had me licking a sneaker. I said, “I’m not licking no f##kin’ shoe.” They revised it to push-ups and jumping jacks. I said, “No jacks, but I’ll do push-ups.” Took my shirt off, had a tank top, did like 100 push-ups in different takes. That’s it. Nothing crazy.

Next thing I know, this footage pops up online with filters and Cam’ron’s clowning. At first, I laughed, but then I was like, “Wait — this dude crossed the line.” What people don’t realize is that wasn’t some random casting. I got called by somebody I knew, who was tied to Cam. He orchestrated it. That’s why I said, you can’t fall for the favors game in Hollywood.

AllHipHop: You made some reference to some possible legalities, but don’t…

Omar Gooding: I don’t want that man’s money. I got my own path, my own legacy. But when you cross lines and play with my name, I’m gonna respond. Period.

AllHipHop: And that response came in the form of the “Fix Your Mouth” series.

Omar Gooding: Right. The first one was light — a warning shot. The second was sharper. I thought it was over. Then Cam mentioned me again on his show, slipped in jokes about me doing barbershops and bowling alleys. I laughed, gave him props because it was funny, but then I had to cook again. That’s when I dropped Part Four.

AllHipHop: Part Four feels like the one that had people really tuning in.

Omar Gooding: Yeah, that was the test. He dropped the prank, people were clowning me, my phone blowing up. I said, “Alright, chest out, stomach in. Time to respond.” We recorded Part Four in real time. No ghostwriters, no waiting two weeks, none of that. Just me and my DJ arranging it, switching beats, making it surgical. When you hear us laughing at the end, that was live in the booth. That’s Hip-Hop to me. Real pen work. Replay value.

AllHipHop: You said New Yorkers weren’t rocking with you, but the people I spoke to from New York told me to tell you keep the pressure up. They said Cam don’t really want smoke.

Omar Gooding: That bothered me. My mom and dad were born in Harlem. My father’s buried there. I did a comedy show in Harlem in the middle of this whole thing. So it ain’t East vs. West. Don’t get it twisted. I love New York.

AllHipHop: Let’s talk MC stuff. Some have questioned if Cam freestyles.

Omar Gooding: Look, freestyle means different things now. To me, it always meant off the top of your head. When I was younger, I’d hit Power 106 with Big Boy, just spitting live, no prep. I remember one time he caught me off guard and I froze. Next time, I showed up freestyling from 5 a.m. till we walked in the studio. That’s me. I come from that era where freestyling meant raw bars right then and there. Cam’s a lyricist, but let’s not act like everything is straight off the dome.

AllHipHop: Beyond this, you’re juggling comedy, acting, and music. What does all this mean for Omar Gooding right now?

Omar Gooding: Honestly, it’s exposure. Phone ringing more, bookings up 30 to 40 percent. People reaching out for all kinds of opportunities. And yeah, some are clowning, but that just means they’re watching. At the end of the day, I’m grateful. I’m doing stand-up, I’m doing music, I’m acting. I’m not boxed in. And I’ll give Cam this: without him, maybe people wouldn’t know just how serious I am with this MC thing. So in a way, I thank him.

“Power Book II” Star Arrested On Child Cruelty Charge In Georgia

By: London JennnCategory: News

Alix Lapri was arrested in DeKalb County, Georgia, on Sunday (August 18) and charged with third-degree cruelty to children and disorderly conduct, according to WSB-TV in Atlanta.

The 27-year-old actress, who plays Effie Morales on 50 Cent’s Starz series Power Book II: Ghost, was booked into the DeKalb County Jail and released roughly 24 hours later, Atlanta’s WSB-TV reports.

Authorities have not released details about what led to the arrest, and Lapri has not issued a public statement.

Under Georgia law, third-degree cruelty to children applies when someone knowingly allows a minor to witness or hear an act of violence, such as battery or a forcible felony.

The charge does not require physical harm to the child but focuses on exposing them to traumatic events.

Michael Rainey Jr., who stars alongside Lapri on the hit crime drama, took to Instagram to defend her.

“On the real though yall gotta start reading before commenting,” he wrote. “She didn’t hurt any kids. Yall are hoping that’s the case so bad.. that’s crazy smh.”

Despite the legal trouble, Lapri has stayed active on social media, sharing motivational posts and updates on her career.

On Monday (August 25), she posted, “Gotta keep at it buddy. Chase the dream and know no fear.”

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Lapri has portrayed Effie Morales since the original Power series and continued the role in its sequel, Power Book II: Ghost, produced by 50 Cent.

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She was released from custody on Monday (August 19), according to jail records.

Was Kanye West Right? Fans Debate North’s Latest Look & Criticize Kim Kardashian

By: Mike WinslowCategory: Rumors

North West hit Rome with some fierce blue hair and a punk-style outfit that has the internet buzzing and folks seriously questioning Kim Kardashian’s parenting moves—again.

The 12-year-old daughter of Kim and Kanye West rolled through Italy rocking electric blue pigtails and a full-on glam-punk fit.

In the picture, posted to North’s official Instagram, she rocks a ruffled skirt, corset-style top, heavy steampunk boots, glasses, silver bangles, and a Vivienne Westwood heart-shaped purse.

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North and Kim also popped up in a TikTok video wearing the outfit during their trip to Rome to the sounds of Destroy Lonely’s track “if looks could kill.”

The portion of the track they decided to use featured the lyrics: “I got hella hoes tryna f### me and my bros/I got hella shows lined up, I’m on the road.”

The video blew up fast—and not everyone was loving it.

@kimandnorth

it looks could k🙌@superdani @cocamichelle_ @Kim Kardashian

♬ if looks could kill – Destroy Lonely

A bunch of people online said the outfit looked way too grown for a 12-year-old and started dragging Kim for letting her daughter dress like that.

“Looks 16 but only 12 is mind blowing to me sorry,” one user said. Another wrote “She is too grown for me .. why she showing off her chest like that don’t get me wrong north is a cutie but SLOW DOWN !”

While Kim was out there in a silky dress doing the whole Euro fashion thing, North was outshining her with a look that had way more edge—probably too much for some folks.

And this isn’t the first time people have raised eyebrows over North’s public image.

Kanye’s been calling this stuff out for years. He’s been loud about not wanting his daughter on TikTok or dressed too mature for her age.

Back in 2022, he posted on Instagram, “SINCE THIS IS MY FIRST DIVORCE I NEED TO KNOW WHAT I SHOULD DO ABOUT MY DAUGHTER BEING PUT ON TIK TOK AGAINST MY WILL?”

He’s also slammed Kim for letting North be in grown-up music videos. When North showed up in FKA Twigs’ “Childlike Things” video in March 2025, Kanye wasn’t feeling it.

He’s accused the Kardashians of using his kids for clicks and clout, saying they’re being “indoctrinated and used.”

At this point, some folks online are starting to wonder—was Kanye actually right all along?

Katt Williams Might Be Pulled Into Comedian Reggie Carroll’s Murder Case

By: Houston WilliamsCategory: Rumors

Don’t let the TMZ article fool you. This case is about to get crazier. Fast.

The death of comedian Reginald “Reggie” Carroll, who was fatally shot in Southaven on August 21, has rattled the comedy community. Fellow comic and creator Billy Sorrells is not playing games. He’s demanding answers and naming names. Bro is naming the big dogs.

In an Instagram Live broadcast, Sorrells alleged that Carroll was killed at a residence tied to comedian Katt Williams. This isn’t verified, but it’s very public. And, for some reason, he jabbed at other comedians for being silent. He name-checked a few big dogs, including Katt.

“Yeah, you might wanna go get TMZ for this one,” he said.” Yeah, y’all might need to go start tagging the blogs. What we not going to do is we not going to act like Katt… you didn’t know who the f### Reggie Carroll was. What we not going to do is act like Red Grant, you ain’t know who Reggie Carroll was. What we not going to do? You sit up here, Mo’Nique, and downplay who the f### Reggie Carroll was?”

Mo’Nique has pictures with Reggie, but I don’t believe she posted them post-death. I’m not sure what the relationship was with the other comics, but I do know generally there’s a kinship amongst these folks. Also, it’s my understanding that they all toured with Katt.

Billy added: “Katt Williams. You the truth teller. You the Lord of knowing so much truth. You the master of being able to tell everybody else this s###. Katt Williams… tell me why Reggie Carroll died out your house. Tell us what happened to Reggie Carroll.”

Billy Sorrells also identified the man arrested in connection with Carroll’s death as Tranell Williams, alleging that he may be related to Katt Williams. Now, we haven’t been privy to the details of the death, and I don’t expect anybody to speak out during an ongoing murder case. But, Billy isn’t biting his tongue. He took time to describe the man he says killed Reggie.

“Don’t sit here and be quiet now,” he said. “Tranell Williams. Got court on Wednesday, a 6’8”, 225-pound n###a. Y’all know what size Reggie was. Reggie was hit more than five times. Why y’all left Reggie out there on the motherf###ing curb by your crib?”

“Riddle me that. Everybody want to talk about who sucking d### and all this other bulls###. Tell us why my n###a dead. Katt, tell us why Reggie Carroll died at your house, n###a.”

For the record, authorities haven’t confirmed any family connection between the suspect and Katt Williams. But, court records list Tranell Williams as facing charges in Carroll’s death.

Neither Katt, Red nor Mo’Nique has commented publicly. The investigation is ongoing and I’m sure there will be more.

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Living Legends MC Aesop The Black Wolf Has Died

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

The Hip-Hop community is mourning after Aesop of the Living Legends crew died suddenly over the weekend. Fellow Living Legend Sunspot Jonz posted about Aesop’s death on Instagram Monday morning (August 18). He wrote, “What an amazing ride we had. I just can’t believe you’re gone. I am Completely crushed -when I heard this morning I burst into tears cursing God because it just ain’t fair. Too soon to go.

“Wanted to go off on a few people around you -and will-they know who they are-but for now I’m gonna concentrate on all the light you gave. Your charisma, smile, the talent, the love you brought to our hearts will never be forgotten. Love you forever my brother Derrick.”

Eligh also shared an Instagram tribute to his longtime friend and Living Legends crewmate, reminiscing on their early days.

“No one made me laugh till I cried more times in my life than you. We shared couches, we were young, broke, making music with a shared affinity for the supernatural. We smoked beedees in Japan, we were on stage together all over the world. You had a huge heart. Emotional. Hard headed, and wouldn’t let anyone walk over you. I don’t think many people loved harder than you. My kids never met you. And for that I grieve.

“Almost 30 years since we recorded ‘It was a mission’ in Grouch’s basement, in 1996. You said some of the most outlandish one liners that will forever echo in the collective crews memory of you. Again, having all of us cry laughing. I will miss you greatly my brother, but you are with your pops now. I know his passing devastated you. And your music will always exist on Earth, as long as Earth remains man! I will honor your memory by living my life with a child like vigor, which you always embodied. I love you man..If you can, hit me up in a dream, and tell me what it’s like to be free.”

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Aesop, also known as Aesop the Black Wolf, is a founding member of Living Legends. Originating in Los Angeles in the mid-1990s, Living Legends rose to prominence by embodying the indie rap ethos—recording, promoting and selling their music independently.

Aesop and the rest of the Legends—Murs, Luckyiam, Eligh, The Grouch, Sunspot Jonz, Bicasso and Scarub—helped pioneer the West Coast underground rap scene, building a massive grassroots following and influencing generations of independent artists. As part of Living Legends, Aesop contributed to critically acclaimed albums such as Angelz Wit Dirty Faces, Almost Famous and Creative Differences, each celebrated for its innovative lyrical content and collaborative spirit.

Aesop and Living Legends have been praised for their influential role in the indie-rap movement, earning accolades from publications like LA Weekly and maintaining a loyal fan base through continual touring and new releases, such as their 2023 album, The Return.

More recently, The Grouch announced his annual How The Grinch Stole Christmas Tour, which was expected to include all of the Living Legends, Cunninlynguists and Souls of Mischief. His cause of death has not been disclosed.

AllHipHop sends our condolences to Aesop’s loved ones.

Cardi B’s “Imaginary Playerz” Makes Underwhelming Spotify Debut—Despite JAY-Z Sample

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Cardi B dropped her latest single “Imaginary Playerz” last week, but the track barely made a dent on the Spotify U.S. chart, debuting at a modest No. 147—an underwhelming showing for the Bronx rapper known for chart-topping hits. In fact, it’s nowhere to be found on Spotify global either and crawled on to Apple Music at No. 56.

The track, which samples JAY-Z’s 1997 classic “Imaginary Players,” is the fourth single from her long-awaited sophomore album, Am I The Drama. On the song, Cardi flexes her wealth and status, drawing comparisons between herself and other women in rap. “Imaginary Playerz” leans heavily into braggadocio, but early numbers suggest it hasn’t resonated with listeners the way her past releases have.

The video, however, appears to be making quite the impression, with more than 1.8 million YouTube views in the past two days.

The original “Imaginary Players” appeared on JAY-Z’s In My Lifetime, Vol. 1—which has actually seen a bump in streaming due to the song—and Cardi’s interpolation of the track was expected to generate buzz. Instead, the song’s lukewarm reception has raised questions about the momentum behind her upcoming project.

It’s been more than six years since Cardi released her debut album, Invasion of Privacy, which arrived in April 2018. That album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and moved 255,000 equivalent album units in its first week, according to Nielsen Music. The project spawned multiple hit singles and earned her a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album, making her the first solo female rapper to win in that category.

“Imaginary Playerz” follows a string of singles leading up to Am I The Drama, but its low placement on Spotify’s chart signals a rare misstep for Cardi, who’s typically a fixture in the top tier of streaming platforms.

As of Sunday (August 17), “Imaginary Playerz” has dropped off the Spotify U.S. chart completely.

50 Cent Says Goodbye To Starz After Terrible Ratings Report

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

50 Cent had a message for Starz after the network posted dismal subscriber numbers and a $42.5 million loss—he said “good bye” to the network.

The Hip-Hop mogul and executive producer took to social media to make his exit clear, writing, “It’s not that hard to say good bye. bye,” under a post about the network’s declining performance.

In addition to Fif constantly dragging the network that airs his shows, the second quarter of 2025 brought more bad news for Starz. U.S. streaming subscribers dropped from 13.04 million to 12.2 million, while total domestic customers fell by 410,000 to 17.6 million.

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The company blamed the losses on its recent separation from Lionsgate and said it would no longer release international streaming figures.

Despite the downturn, Starz still leans heavily on programming tied to 50 Cent.

The network airs several of his shows, including the Power universe and BMF.

Power Book IV: Force is heading into its third and final season. In fact, Joseph Sikora, the star of the series, said season three would be worth the wait.

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But behind the scenes, tensions between 50 Cent and Starz have been simmering for years. He has repeatedly criticized the network for delays, inconsistent scheduling and stalled renewals.

In 2022, 50 Cent announced he would take his content elsewhere, encouraging viewers to boycott Starz until his shows returned.

Though he remains executive producer on multiple titles under G-Unit Film & Television, he chose not to renew his deal with the network in 2022.

With subscriber losses mounting and 50 Cent walking away, the network’s future remains uncertain.

Lil Wayne Salutes “Traylor” Engagement In Kansas City

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Lil Wayne gave a surprise shoutout to Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift during his Kansas City concert, pausing mid-show to toast the couple’s engagement while rocking a cardigan—a nod to Swift’s signature style.

“I’m dressed in spirit. In the spirit of my man Travis and my girl, you already know Taylor. Traylor! That’s what we call them. Congratulations,” Wayne told the crowd, drawing cheers from the hometown audience of the Kansas City Chiefs tight end.

The moment marked a full-circle shift from earlier this year when the Green Bay Packers supporter slammed the Chiefs online after their playoff win over the Houston Texans.

“It’s not even impressive when u cheat and then clearly try to cheat. Just win baby,” Wayne posted on X in January. “I hate the cheating azz Chiefs.”

Despite the jab, Kelce didn’t seem fazed. He and his brother Jason addressed the comment on their New Heights podcast, with Jason saying, “The whole world was talking about something else during the game. Even Lil Wayne.”

Travis responded with a quick nod to the rapper, saying, “Shout out to Tunechi, man.”

Wayne’s public congratulations suggest any lingering tension has cooled off. The Hip-Hop icon’s gesture in Kelce’s hometown showed a light-hearted side to a previously heated exchange.

Kelce and Swift’s engagement became public earlier this month.

YSL Crew Implodes As Co-Founder Slams Young Thug Over Snitch Allegations

By: London JennnCategory: News

YSL co-founder YSL Mondo unleashed a blistering critique of Young Thug on Wednesday (August 27) after resurfaced interrogation audio reignited accusations of snitching, triggering a wave of infighting within the YSL camp.

In a series of pointed remarks, Mondo accused Thug of hypocrisy for branding Gunna a “rat” following his Alford plea in the YSL RICO case, only for Thug’s own past statements to come under scrutiny.

“That ain’t nothing but God biting you back in your ass, bro,” Mondo said, referencing Thug’s previous criticism of Gunna. “Instead, you still come out pushing the rat narrative… Now look, it came back and bit you in the ass.”

Mondo didn’t stop there. He called out Thug’s supporters for defending him despite the audio, which many believe shows Thug implicating Peewee Roscoe in the 2015 Lil Wayne tour bus shooting case.

“Bro, if you sit down with 12 and bust out and say these words,” he added. “If y’all talking about a n#### like Gunna ratted from saying ‘Yes ma’am,’ you mean to tell me this not making a n#### a rat by saying ‘They said Rosco shot the bus up.'”

He also blasted Roscoe for standing by Thug despite serving a decade behind bars.

“A n#### like Rosco did 10 years behind this s###,” Mondo said. “You just got on the internet talking ’bout a n#### didn’t rat on you? Boy, your ass so brainwashed. It’s sickening.”

Mondo continued, “Rosco, you the worst, twin. You’re worse than the rat itself. You did 10 years twin behind this s###, Rosco. You did 10 years behind it, brother. And you just come on the internet and say a n#### didn’t tell on you when everybody just heard this man say your name a few times.”

Roscoe, for his part, defended Thug in a video, denying that the rapper ever snitched. He even described Thug as “clean as Listerine.”

“When you go in the interrogation room, that’s what you do,” he insisted. “You tell ’em, ‘We sold Dwayne Carter weed.’ What the f### is wrong with you? A statement is this right here…. He did what a tax-paying citizen do, a real street n####. He kept it silent, kept it overly real. Really, tried to pull me out the hole.”

The tension didn’t stop with Mondo and Roscoe.

YSL Duke took aim at Yak Gotti on X (Twitter), over alleged statements made to law enforcement.

Meanwhile, YSL Woody chimed in, urging people to stop the online drama and focus on their own lives.

Young Thug denied snitching on Peewee Roscoe amid widespread accusations.

He posted on social media: “They didn’t play my interrogation video in court cause I helped my brada #Ratwhere?”

Charleston White Vows To Write Judge Urging Longer Sentence For Boosie Badazz

By: London JennnCategory: News

Charleston White took his long-running grudge with Boosie Badazz to another level Wednesday (August 27) by pledging to personally contact the federal judge overseeing Boosie’s gun case, demanding the rapper serve at least one year behind bars.

“I’m going to write a letter to Little Boosie federal judge; reminding the judge who Marlo Mike was to Boozie!,” White posted on Instagram. “I will find every single video of Boozie disrespecting the police and speaking against our great law enforcement agencies! I will find all those videos where Boozie was mocking our POTUS for his recent criminal convictions! In hopes of Boozie being sentenced to maximum sentencing guidelines of 15 years.”

Boosie Badazz pleaded guilty earlier this week to a federal charge of illegal firearm possession stemming from a 2023 arrest in San Diego. Under the plea agreement, prosecutors dropped a second weapons charge and recommended a two-year prison term—far below the 15-year maximum.

The deal also includes three years of supervised release following his sentence.

White, never one to hold back, responded to reports of the proposed sentence with more online jabs.

“Boosie fans talking like 24 months not a long time!” he stated. “Boosie going to a maximum USP facility because of those 5 murder charges on his arrest record! Furthermore, the judge can sentence this known criminal longer than 24 months in Federal prison!”

He also posted a mock prayer video, sarcastically counting down to Boosie’s potential incarceration. He captioned the post, “It’s count down time!”

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The reference to Marlo Mike touches on Boosie’s 2012 murder trial, where prosecutors accused the rapper of paying Michael “Marlo Mike” Louding $2,800 to kill Terry Boyd.

Though Louding was convicted and sentenced to life without parole, he later claimed police coerced his confession. Jurors acquitted Boosie after deliberating for less than an hour.

Charleston White Taunts Boosie Badazz Over Federal Plea Deal

White has repeatedly celebrated Boosie’s legal troubles. He even bet $10,000 that the rapper would die in prison due to health complications, including diabetes and stroke.

He’s also made inflammatory remarks about Boosie’s children and promised to create content mocking them during their father’s incarceration.

Their feud, which dates back to 2022, has included personal attacks, criminal allegations and even FBI involvement.

White previously accused Boosie of threatening a promoter in Baton Rouge and claimed he alerted federal authorities.

FBG Murda Hospitalized After Gunfight—Police Say He’s Not The Victim

By: London JennnCategory: News

FBG Murda took multiple bullets during a scuffle at a Texas muffler shop, but police say he’s no victim—they’re calling him the aggressor in an armed confrontation that left him hospitalized and facing charges.

The 26-year-old Dallas rapper, born Cayto Rivers, was shot several times on Tuesday (March 26) during a violent altercation at a business in Irving, according to the Irving Police Department.

Authorities say the incident involved FBG Murda, 21-year-old Elijah Jacobs and the shop’s owners.

Police allege that Murda and Jacobs entered a restricted area of the shop, became hostile when told to leave, pulled out guns and got into a physical fight with the business owners.

“During the struggle, the suspects threatened to shoot the victims,” police said in a statement. “As one victim held onto a suspect, the suspects attempted to flee in a vehicle, dragging the victim alongside. During this altercation, a firearm was discharged, and one suspect was struck.”

Despite being the one shot, Murda is listed by police as a suspect, not a victim.

Once he’s released from medical care, he’s expected to be booked for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Jacobs was arrested and charged with the same offense.

Video clips posted to social media show Murda receiving emergency care after the shooting, prompting concern from the Hip-Hop community.

The rapper has built a strong presence in the Dallas drill scene, with a growing audience on TikTok and Spotify.

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Investigators have not yet determined who fired the shot that struck Murda.

The motive behind the confrontation remains unclear, and police are asking anyone with information to come forward.

Cardi B Cleared By Witness In Explosive Assault Trial Testimony

By: London JennnCategory: News

Cardi B received fresh courtroom support on Wednesday (August 27) as a key witness testified that she did not see the rapper lay a hand on a security guard during a 2018 dispute at a Beverly Hills OB-GYN office.

Tierra Malcolm, the receptionist working at the clinic that day, told jurors she stepped into the hallway after hearing raised voices. She saw Cardi B and security guard Emani Ellis in a heated verbal exchange—but there was no physical contact. She added that she placed herself between the two women to de-escalate the situation.

Malcolm testified she later noticed a scratch on her face, which she believed came from Ellis, not Cardi. She said she was facing the guard with her back to Cardi during the incident.

Her account directly challenged Ellis’ claim that Cardi B assaulted her during the confrontation.

The incident happened while the clinic had closed early to give Cardi privacy for her prenatal appointment.

Malcolm’s testimony helped reinforce Cardi’s version of events, which she had shared earlier in the week during her own testimony.

“I didn’t hit her. She didn’t hit me. There was no touch. So to me, there was no incident,” Cardi told the court, denying any physical altercation. She admitted the two were “chest-to-chest” and exchanged words, but insisted it never turned violent.

Cardi also pointed out she was four months pregnant at the time and weighed about 130 pounds, while Ellis was significantly larger. She insisted she would not have gotten physical, adding that Ellis’ filming of her without consent triggered the confrontation.

Backing up Malcolm’s testimony, Dr. David Finke—the OB-GYN who treated Cardi that day—said he saw Ellis cause a shoulder injury to Malcolm and did not witness Cardi B touch anyone.

“I’m just flabbergasted with the allegations that don’t seem congruent with what I saw that day,” Finke told the court.

The civil trial continues this week in Los Angeles County.

Charleston White Rips Into Young Thug Over Viral Audio: “You Didn’t Take The Stand, But You Told”

By: London JennnCategory: News

Charleston White unleashed on Young Thug over a newly resurfaced 2015 interrogation video, accusing the rapper of snitching while calling out what he sees as hypocrisy in Hip-Hop.

“I’m going to slaughter Young Thug,” White declared in a video posted online, reacting to the leaked footage. “I prophesized this. I told y’all Young Thug was gone go tell it.”

The viral audio, which began circulating online Wednesday (August 27), shows Young Thug speaking with investigators about Peewee Roscoe, who was tied to the 2015 shooting of Lil Wayne’s tour bus.

In the clip, Thug says, “They said Roscoe, but I don’t wanna block out y’all’s case by saying Roscoe ain’t do that,” and “Every day [Roscoe] broke the f###### law.”

That was enough for White to go on the offensive.

“First thing they tell you before you sit down is you do know you have the right to remain silent,” he said. |Anything you say can and will be used against you. You have a right to an attorney. You have a right to have an attorney present. Right then and there, you don’t want to talk no more. Well, I thought we don’t talk to police.”

White then took aim at Thug’s past criticism of Gunna, who accepted an Alford plea in the YSL RICO case in 2022.

“A two-hour interrogation,” he continued. “And you mad at Yak Gotti? You mad at Gunna? Gunna don’t have no interrogation tape. And everybody mad at Gunna. This is what I tell y’all. Hip hop is fake. They pick and choose.”

He didn’t stop there. White mocked Thug’s street credibility and invited him to switch sides.

“Come on over with me, Young Thug,” he teased. “Turn in your jersey, Young Thug, and come on over here and sit down with the tattletail. You didn’t take the stand, but you told.”

White added, “This is why y’all ship sunk. The whole YSL-tell group was a loose lip full of boys. They weren’t just talking in the interrogation room. They was talking on record, too. Confessing on record.”

Young Thug Denies “Rat” Accusations

The backlash stems from Thug’s own history of calling out others for cooperating with law enforcement.

His jab at Gunna for allegedly “snitching” became a flashpoint during the YSL case, making the emergence of this old interrogation video even more controversial.

Thug responded to the criticism on social media, writing, “They didn’t play my interrogation video in court cause I helped my brada #Ratwhere?” suggesting he was trying to protect Peewee Roscoe, not incriminate him.

Young Thug Dragged By Fans After Viral Police Audio Prompts Snitch Accusations

By: London JennnCategory: News

Young Thug found himself at the center of online ridicule Wednesday (August 27) after old police interview audio resurfaced showing him allegedly naming Peewee Roscoe in connection to a high-profile shooting, prompting accusations of snitching and a wave of memes calling him a “rat.”

The clip, which quickly made the rounds on social media, features the Atlanta rapper in a police interrogation room discussing the 2015 shooting of Lil Wayne‘s tour bus.

During the two-hour audio recording, Thug appears to reference Roscoe. “They said Roscoe,” he says. “But I don’t wanna block out y’all case by saying Roscoe ain’t do that.”

He also adds, “Every day [Roscoe] broke the f###### law.”

The resurfaced recording triggered a flood of online commentary. Users compared Thug’s situation to that of Gunna, who was previously accused of cooperating with prosecutors after taking an Alford plea in the YSL RICO case.

One user wrote, “Legit nothing Gunna said was used in court either… You can’t move the goalpost now.”

Another added, “Young Thug came out of jail, burnt down bridges, released zero good music and just got exposed for being a rat. Tough scenes.”

Young Thug Reacts To Resurfaced Audio

Thug responded to the backlash on X( Twitter). He wrote, “They didn’t play my interrogation video in court cause I helped my brada #Ratwhere?

He also reposted a message from a fan account that read, “The DA kept objecting to letting it in.”

The irony wasn’t lost on many, given Thug’s past cryptic jabs at Gunna.

In earlier posts, Thug wrote, “If u a rapper and u a rat, u gotta just go gospel twin,” and “U f###### rat representer shut up,” which many interpreted as thinly veiled shots at his former collaborator.

Gunna, who walked free in December 2022 after entering an Alford plea, has consistently denied cooperating with authorities.

Prince Jackson Announces Engagement With Tribute To Father Michael Jackson

By: London JennnCategory: News

Prince Jackson marked a major milestone on Tuesday (August 2) by announcing his engagement to longtime girlfriend Molly Schirmang with a touching tribute to his late father, Michael Jackson.

The 27-year-old shared the news on Instagram with a photo slideshow capturing eight years of memories — from vacations to family gatherings — all set to the King of Pop’s 1987 ballad “I Just Can’t Stop Loving You.” The song choice wasn’t random. It was a clear nod to his father’s influence and presence in his life.

“8 years down [eternity] to go,” Prince wrote in the caption. “Molly and I have spent a lot of time together and made incredible memories. We’ve traveled the world, graduated and grown so much together. I’m excited for this next chapter in our lives as we continue to grow and make great memories. I love you babs.”

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The couple met while attending Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles and have been together since around 2017.

Their relationship has remained mostly private, though Prince has occasionally shared glimpses of their life together on social media.

Among the images in the engagement post was a sweet shot of the couple with Prince’s grandmother, Katherine Jackson, who raised him and his siblings after Michael Jackson’s death in 2009.

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Prince, born Prince Michael Jackson Jr. in February 1997, is the eldest of Michael’s three children.

His younger siblings include Paris Jackson and Bigi Jackson. The trio were largely kept out of the public eye during their early years but have since stepped into the spotlight in their own ways.

The couple has not yet shared a wedding date.

French Montana Confirms He’s Engaged To Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra

By: Houston WilliamsCategory: News

French Montana confirmed his engagement to Sheikha Mahra, the Princess of Dubai, according to his rep. The proposal reportedly happened in June during Paris Fashion Week, where the Bronx-raised artist also hit the runway.

The engagement links Dubai royalty to a staple in Hip-Hop, giving their romance an international spotlight. French and Sheikha Mahra were first spotted together in 2024 and have continuously made headlines for their dates. Their outings have included mosque visits, candlelit dinners in Dubai and Morocco, a strolls in Paris and even camel rides.

Wedding details are still being finalized. Both families are reportedly thrilled about the union and are working to plan the celebrations.

French recently dropped a new track, “Pack U Up,” with rising New York star Cash Cobain. The release is rapidly approaching a million views on YouTube.

French Montana is a decidedly New York artist, who made his name with hits like “Unforgettable” and “Pop That,” but hasn’t shied away from his Moroccan roots. This royal connection mirrors rap’s global reach.

EXCLUSIVE: Cardi B Sued For Betraying Gang Code Over Megan Thee Stallion Collaboration

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)Category: Exclusives

Cardi B was hit with an absurd lawsuit from a Michigan inmate who claimed she broke gang “rules” by teaming up with Megan Thee Stallion—and the judge tossed it almost immediately.

The inmate, who’s doing time in Michigan, filed a lawsuit from behind bars saying Cardi violated some gang code when she worked with Meg.

He claims he’s part of the Almighty Vice Lord Nation and says Cardi reps the Righteous United Blood Nation. According to him, neither group messes with “rats, snitches, [and] informants.”

He said that Cardi made music with Megan, who told police about Tory Lanez shooting her.

The guy said that the move went against the gang’s entire ‘no-snitch’ policy and that Cardi had basically betrayed their code by working with someone who had cooperated with the police.

He also tried to say Cardi used offensive language and racial slurs in her lyrics and that she misrepresented his culture. He wanted the court to step in and stop her from working with anyone who’s ever talked to the feds.

The judge was not even close to buying it. The court tossed the frivolous case with prejudice, which means it cannot be refiled.

The inmate is responsible for the $350 filing fee. The Michigan Department of Corrections will take 20% of his monthly prison account until it’s paid off.

Denzel Washington Says He Doesn’t Watch Movies

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

Denzel Washington says he’s over watching movies and unsure how many more he’ll make, even as he promotes his latest collaboration with Spike Lee, Highest 2 Lowest.

In a GQ video sit-down with Lee, the 70-year-old actor didn’t hold back about his lack of interest in watching films these days.

“I don’t watch movies, man. I really don’t,” Washington said. “I’m just being honest with you! I don’t watch movies! I don’t go to the movies. I don’t watch movies… I’m tired of movies. Yeah.”

The pair reunited to promote Highest 2 Lowest, a crime thriller that premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May. It’s their fifth project together following Mo’ Better Blues, Malcolm X, He Got Game and Inside Man.

When Lee asked how many films Washington had done, the actor replied, “Too many. I think 50!”

Lee stirred speculation at Cannes when he suggested this could be their final collaboration.

“I think this is it – five. He’s been talking about retirement, so… Even though he just did another deal. I thought you said you were retired, Denzel, what’s up?! But those five films together, those stand up.”

However, Lee later walked back the retirement talk in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, saying, “I said that before, but I got my mind right. I’m open to work with Denzel Washington and this not be the last film of the dynamic duo, D and Lee.”

Highest 2 Lowest, which also stars Jeffrey Wright and A$AP Rocky, will debut on Apple TV+ on September 5 following a limited theatrical release.

EXCLUSIVE: Damon Dash Gets Win—Judge Shuts Down Photographer’s Case Again

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

Damon Dash scored a courtroom victory in California after a federal judge refused to revive a long-running lawsuit brought by photographer Monique Bunn over the alleged misuse of her photo archive.

The judge rejected Bunn’s motion to reconsider the case, stating her latest arguments were no different from those already dismissed. The court had previously ruled that Bunn failed to prove she suffered any financial harm when items she claimed were taken were not returned.

Bunn had asked the court to overturn a jury verdict that found she was not entitled to damages. However, the judge stated that she presented no new evidence or legal basis to justify changing the outcome.

This final decision effectively renders the lawsuit dead, with no compensation awarded to Bunn.

The legal dispute began when Bunn sued Damon Dash, accusing him of improperly keeping and using over 100,000 of her photographs. She had worked on a shoot for Dash’s fashion brand and later claimed he failed to pay her and used the images without her consent.

Bunn said her portfolio included more than 250,000 images and sought $50 million in damages, estimating the value of each photo at $1,500.

Dash denied having the photos and said they were not on the CDs in question.

In 2023, a jury cleared Dash of sexual assault and conversion claims but found him liable for defamation, awarding Bunn $30,000.

Bunn later filed a motion for a new trial, arguing that Dash had acknowledged the value of the photos and that the damages were significant. The court rejected that motion, saying she failed to offer enough evidence to support her claims.

Dash and his attorney have criticized Bunn’s legal team, particularly her lawyer, Christopher Brown, who has filed multiple lawsuits against Dash in the past.

Dash is currently promoting his latest project from Freeway & The Black Guns, titled 365.

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The Weeknd Seeks $1 Billion Deal Using His Music Catalog As Collateral

By: London JennnCategory: News

The Weeknd is aiming to secure a whopping $1 billion in financing using his chart-topping music catalog as collateral without giving up ownership of his rights.

The Grammy Award-winning artist is working with Lyric Capital Group, a New York-based firm that specializes in music royalties, to structure a deal that would immediately deliver $250 million in cash and an additional $750 million in debt, according to Bloomberg.

Rather than selling off his catalog, the plan involves leveraging the remaining half of his publishing rights, which are not currently held by Chord Music Partners. Chord already owns 50 percent of his publishing stake. The move would allow The Weeknd to retain full control of his music while unlocking capital for future ventures in film, television and fashion.

The Weeknd’s catalog includes some of the most commercially successful singles of the past decade, including “Blinding Lights,” “Starboy” and “Can’t Feel My Face.”

Each track continues to generate consistent revenue, making them attractive assets for financial backing. If the deal closes, it could catapult The Weeknd into the billionaire tier of music moguls. However, the high level of debt involved also introduces considerable financial risk.

The move comes as The Weeknd prepares to step away from his stage name and rebrand for his next chapter. He’s currently on the After Hours Til Dawn 2025 stadium tour, which kicked off on May 9 in Phoenix and will wrap up September 20 in Las Vegas. 

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Young Dolph-Hernandez Govan Case Juror Says it Should Have Never Gone To Trial

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

Hernandez Govan walked free after a jury found him not guilty in the Young Dolph murder trial, with the jury foreman later saying the case should have never reached a courtroom.

The panel reached its decision after just three hours of deliberation, concluding that prosecutors failed to meet the legal standard of proof.

The foreman, speaking to WREG, pointed to the prosecution’s reliance on Cornelius Smith—a co-defendant-turned-witness—and his girlfriend, Angela, both of whom the jury found to be unreliable.

“It’s not what you know, it’s what you can prove in court. Statement after statement, he was rebutted by his own statements. So if this is the prosecution’s star witness, that case should have never went to trial,” the jury foreman said.

Govan had faced charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy in connection with the November 2021 killing of the Memphis rapper outside Makeda’s Homemade Butter Cookies.

Prosecutors alleged Govan helped coordinate the shooting, acting as a middleman between the suspected mastermind and the shooters.

Smith testified that Govan recruited him and Justin Johnson to carry out the hit, allegedly offering $100,000. However, the defense attacked Smith’s credibility, arguing he was trying to reduce his own sentence and noting inconsistencies in his testimony.

Phone records showed contact between Govan, Smith, Johnson and Big Jook, who prosecutors said was tied to a feud between Young Dolph’s Paper Route Empire and Yo Gotti’s CMG.

But the jury wasn’t convinced the digital trail proved Govan’s involvement in planning the murder.

“It is not what was there, but what wasn’t there,” the foreman added, explaining that the lack of hard evidence ultimately led to Govan’s acquittal.

Despite the emotional weight of the case, the jury focused strictly on the legal threshold.

“You have to understand, I don’t think anybody—but I will just go with myself—felt great about the verdict,” the foreman said. “There were tears afterwards. Even the judge said, ‘This is a big thing.'”

Govan hugged his attorney and thanked the judge before walking out a free man on August 21, 2025.

Offset’s “KIARI” Album Headed For Dismal Billboard Debut

By: Brxton LeeCategory: News

Offset is staring down a lukewarm Billboard 200 debut and a cold shoulder from the charts as his third solo album, KIARI is projected to move just 28,000 album-equivalent units in its first week, according to HITS Daily Double.

The Atlanta rapper’s latest release, which dropped Friday (August 22), is expected to land at No. 17 on the Billboard 200 next week. That’s a steep drop from his previous solo efforts—Set It Off debuted in the top five in 2023 with 70,000 units, while Father of 4 cracked the Top 5 in 2019 with 89,000.

Despite the numbers, Offset is standing by the project, calling it his most personal yet.

“KIARI is me.,” he told Hypebeast. “I challenged myself as an artist and really put it all into the music. I took my time putting this project together. I know who I am, and I hope the world gets to understand who KIARI is through this album.

The 18-track album features a mix of collaborators including JID, NBA YoungBoy, John Legend, Gunna, Teezo Touchdown and Key Glock. Critics have responded positively, with Rolling Stone giving it four out of five stars and Album of the Year users averaging a 75 percent rating.

Still, the commercial response hasn’t matched the critical reception. The modest sales suggest that even with a more introspective approach, Offset’s solo draw may not yet match the collective power of Migos, the group he helped lead before their split in late 2022.

Outside the studio, Offset made headlines for his blunt take on marriage during an appearance on the Full Send podcast. At 33, the rapper said he’s done with walking down the aisle—especially after his turbulent relationship with Cardi B, with whom he shares three children.

“I’m married, I did it. I’m not doing it again,” Offset said. “I feel like men should not get married.”

He didn’t stop there, telling host Kyle Forgeard that marriage flips a man’s life upside down. Forgeard, who admitted he’s hesitant to even have a girlfriend, agreed that relationships can feel like a distraction when you’re focused on building your brand.

Offset’s comments come amid ongoing tension with Cardi B, who filed for divorce in 2020 and has had an on-again, off-again relationship with the rapper since.

KIARI was released Friday (August 22) through Motown Records.

Beyoncé Finds Hater In Oddest Place—”Big Brother”

By: IllseedCategory: Rumors

Kelley Jorgensen might have thought she was just talking to a fellow houseguest, but the cameras on CBS’ Big Brother never stop rolling. Now she’s dealing with a different type of reality. This wave of criticism about Beyoncé resurfaced online nearly a month after she made them. Here we go…

During a “casual” conversation inside the house, Kelley Jorgensen, who happens to be a white contestant, admitted she was “scared” of Beyoncé. What? Later, she doubled down by saying she didn’t like the superstar at all. OK. The statements didn’t get much attention when she first made them, but clips have since gone viral. Now, the world is slowly, but surely catching up to what die-hard fans saw.

Jorgensen made the comments in front of one of the show’s two Black female contestants, Ashley. And, she immediately realized she might have crossed a line. Cameras captured her saying she thought she “messed up” by even bringing it up. Foreshadowing, anybody?

The BeyHive hasn’t taken kindly to Jorgensen’s word, but they are not fully buzzing yet. Some critics are brushing off the controversy as reality-show drama. Fair enough. others are openly questioning Jorgensen’s motives and mindset. Is she just being careless? Is it ignorance? Or something deeper?

Inside the Big Brother house, the fallout could add another layer of strategy to the game. Contestants are already plotting against one another, and Jorgensen may find herself an easy target for elimination! They turn on each other every day so you never know. However, if Ashley or Mickey are BeyHivers…she has a major issue.

As with all Big Brother storylines, the real test comes after eviction. Jorgensen may eventually leave the house and face the…music.

For now, Jorgensen is still in the house, the cameras are still rolling, and her comments about Beyoncé continue to circulate online. We’ll be watching.

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Big Daddy Kane Adds 2 More Legends To “Paragraphs I Manifest” Documentary

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: Exclusives

Big Daddy Kane has been busy—performing, recording, traveling and being a family man keeps him moving. But, in the midst of all that, he’s been working on a documentary called Paragraphs I Manifest, which has been in production since at least 2021. But there’s been a couple of changes since the Juice Crew alum first announced the film, including two more interviews and a new network home.

“It’s not gonna be Netflix now,” he recently told AllHipHop. “It’s gonna be Paramount+. We are in the final stages of closing the deal. Everything was up in the air with that whole Skydance and Paramount merger. But we’re pretty much there now and it’s looking good. Everybody’s excited about it.”

Paragraphs I Manifest, executive produced by Big Daddy Kane, digs deep into the art of lyricism and boasts interviews with Eminem, JAY-Z, J. Cole, Snoop Dogg, MC Lyte, Common, Doug E. Fresh and KRS-One. But Kane has since added a couple more.

“I did decide to do two more interviews,” he reveals. “Kool Moe D and Black Thought.”

 










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With those additions, the documentary is completely finished—now it’s just the waiting game. Big Daddy Kane announced J. Cole was also participating in the doc in September 2021.

“Amazing interview today with @realcoleworld,” he wrote on Instagram at the time. “My favorite MC of this era. My son loves this Brother as well. We almost done! One more to go! #paragraphsimanifest #stuyvision @flavoru.”

Kane also included a video of himself with J. Cole and talked about Cole’s invaluable contributions to Hip-Hop.

“A lot of people out there right now are coming to people such as myself and many others, giving us our flowers and whatnot while we’re still here,” he said in the clip. “But listen – I wanna give this young brother right here his flowers like on the real.”

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J. Cole replied, “Damn,” then BDK continued, “I want this brother right here to know that he is my favorite MC out here right now. This is the brother right here that makes me feel like Hip-Hop is still alive and it’s here to stay when I listen to this here brother spit and listen to his music. Love you, fam.”

There’s no official release date for the doc, but that will soon change.

Cardi B Trial: New Hair, Temper Flares As Judge Orders Everyone To “Bring Temperature Down

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Cardi B brought both style, strong language, some laughter and a variety of facial expressions to a Los Angeles courtroom on Wednesday (August 27) as her civil trial over an alleged 2018 assault continued with emotional testimony and a judge’s plea to “bring the temperature down.”

The Grammy-winning rapper arrived for Day 3 of the proceedings in Alhambra, California, wearing long jet-black hair—her third hairstyle in as many days.

But it wasn’t just her look that turned heads.

While testifying, Cardi described the tense moment she realized security guard Emani Ellis was allegedly filming her without consent.

“The camera was facing me. When I was walking and she was behind me, and then she said, ‘Oh my God, y’all, Cardi B. Cardi B, y’all.’ I looked back, and the camera was, like, right there. Like, practically on her chest type stuff. I’m like, yo, why you recording me?”

The rapper, who was secretly pregnant at the time, said she felt vulnerable and cornered.

“I said, b####, get the f### out of my face. Why are you in my face? Why are you recording me? Ain’t you supposed to be security?”

Cardi said Ellis escalated the situation by yelling, “You’re gonna get the f### out of my building. I can do whatever the f### I want,” and dismissing her celebrity status with, “I don’t give a f### who you are.”

As the questioning grew tense between Cardi and Ellis’s attorney, the judge was compelled to intervene.

“Why don’t we just take the temperature down a little bit. If you have actual questions to ask her, please do so. It’s not the time to argue with her,” the judge said.

Cardi also described how her pregnancy made her feel physically restricted during the incident.

“When you’re pregnant, you’re very disabled. You want me to tell you things I can’t do?” she said, prompting laughter throughout the courtroom.

Ellis’ lawsuit, filed in 2020, accuses Cardi B of scratching her face with long nails, spitting on her and causing emotional distress.

Cardi denied the claims, stating that the confrontation never escalated into physical violence. “We’re literally screaming at each other,” she testified. “I didn’t touch her. It was like a verbal fight, but it didn’t get physical at all.”

The rapper emphasized that her nails at the time were not sharp and there was no way she could have left scars on Ellis’ face.

“The shape that I had that week, it wasn’t like a shape that is, like, harming. It was like a square coffin shape. So, it didn’t have, like, no points or, like, sharp edges and stuff like that,” Cardi B testified.

EXCLUSIVE: Gloria Estefan, Husband Win Sanctions Against Lawyer Over Diddy Freak-Off Claims

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)Category: Exclusives

Gloria Estefan and her husband Emilio have successfully secured court-ordered sanctions against an attorney who filed what a federal judge deemed a baseless lawsuit accusing them of involvement in a bizarre alleged sex-trafficking scheme tied to Diddy.

U.S. District Judge Donald M. Middlebrooks ruled that attorney Travis Walker must pay $7,500 for filing an amended complaint that included “objectively frivolous” claims without proper investigation.

The lawsuit, filed by Palm Beach resident Manzaro Joseph, alleged he was drugged and abducted in 2015, then transported through a non-existent underground tunnel from the Estefans’ former Star Island property to Diddy’s nearby home, where he claimed multiple celebrities assaulted him.

The court found the allegations “beyond implausible,” citing geographical impossibilities and public records that directly contradicted the timeline and presence of the accused.

Estefan’s legal team had warned Walker in advance. Letters sent on April 2 and April 28, 2025, outlined glaring inconsistencies in Joseph’s story, including the claim of a tunnel between the homes.

Engineers confirmed that Star Island’s man-made foundation and high water table make such a structure physically impossible. The letters also noted that LeBron James, another named defendant, was playing NBA games in Cleveland during the alleged events.

Despite those warnings, Walker filed an amended complaint on April 11. The judge dismissed it on July 24, calling it a “shotgun pleading” that lacked clarity and structure.

The next day, Estefan’s attorneys filed a motion for sanctions.

Judge Middlebrooks agreed that Walker failed to meet the legal standard for pre-filing investigation. The court said Walker relied heavily on Joseph’s account without verifying key facts.

He submitted vague surveillance stills, a redacted police report with incorrect dates and an affidavit from Guillermo Farinas—a suspended attorney previously sanctioned for filing meritless lawsuits with the same plaintiff.

Walker argued he had reviewed medical records, police documents and spoken to witnesses. But the court found these efforts insufficient, especially given the high-profile nature of the defendants and the extreme nature of the accusations.

The judge wrote that “a reasonable attorney would have done more investigation.”

The court declined to sanction Joseph, citing possible mental health concerns and emphasizing that the responsibility rested with his attorney.

The Estefans, who sold their Star Island home to Diddy in 2021, have denied any involvement in the alleged events.

Gloria Estefan previously dismissed the tunnel claim as “fantasy,” and Emilio Estefan has publicly vowed to pursue legal action against Joseph and his legal team.

“We’re going to have to put a lawsuit against them because, you know, we work hard to develop a reputation for many years,” Emilio said. “They’re gonna have to pay, you know, probably do like an apology and tell that all that was a set-up, try to make money.”

Suge Knight Says Drake’s Tupac Shakur Death Row Chain Is Fake

By: IllseedCategory: Rumors

Suge Knight is in the news so much, he might as well be free. But the former Death Row Records CEO is calling foul on reports that Drake purchased one of Tupac Shakur’s original Death Row Records chains. Big Boss is saying the claim is “not true” and that only he personally handed out official pieces. I think he would know.

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In a recorded interview, the incarcerated music exec explained the significance of the chains he created in the 1990s.

“When I came up with the idea to make the Death Row chains, one, it had never been done before,” Knight told The Art of Dialogue. “Two, it was like having your flag — you can’t tuck it. It means something. I’m the only one handing them out.”

Knight recalled that Snoop Dogg initially wore one but later opted for a custom “dog paw” chain due to the attention it brought. Others, like Death Row affiliates Buntry and Andre, received authentic pieces.

According to Knight, Shakur asked for a chain immediately after his release from prison in 1995. Instead of commissioning a new one, Shakur requested Knight’s personal diamond-encrusted piece.

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“Pac said, ‘You my big bro, let me wear yours—that’s more important,’” Knight said. “So he got my chain right then.”

Knight insisted that contrary to resurfaced rumors, no other artists or executives possessed official Death Row chains. “Nobody had a Death Row chain. Never in life,” he said. He made it clear that no women had the chains either.

Addressing the Drake speculation directly, Knight did not blame him but condemned whoever allegedly sold him the item.

“If Drake really trying to do something to honor Tupac, he should f### with the people who really stood by him, not the weirdos who were jealous or had something to do with his downfall,” Knight said. “Whoever sold you that chain, Drake — you need to go beat his a##.”

Knight concluded by stressing the piece in question is “not a Tupac chain” and “not a Death Row chain,” dismissing the entire story as another attempt to “rewrite history.”

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