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Rappers Unite To Support Ukraine With Protest Song “No Fight!” Featuring Skyzoo, Sticky Fingaz & More

The Helping Is Trendy foundation recruited American and Polish rappers to create a protest song in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Skyzoo, Sticky Fingaz, Young Dirty Bastard, Jeru The Damaja and Akrobatik contributed to the new single “No Fight!” along with multiple Polish artists. The song aims to raise money for the creation of a shelter for mothers, children and pregnant women fleeing Ukraine.

“Our foundation specializes in helping children and mothers, primarily through neonatal departments in Polish hospitals,” Helping Is Trendy president Krzysztof Gorzkiewicz said in a press release. “Last year, we managed to organize support for them worth over PLN 3 million, now we want to implement a project that has long been born in our [country] in the face of the war, which turned out to be particularly and urgently needed.”

Proceeds from “No Fight!” will be used to build the “House of Brave Mother” shelter in Poland. If the war in Ukraine stops, the shelter will remain open for mothers and children seeking refuge from any conflict.

“Our foundation comes from Kalisz, and this is a bit obliging, because although Kalisz is known primarily as the oldest city in Poland”, Gorzkiewicz noted. “One must definitely remember that it is a war-experienced city because it was one of the most damaged cities of World War I. In August 1914 it was almost razed to the ground, as a border city at that time it was the first target of the war that broke out then between Russia and Germany.”

Donate directly to the Helping Is Trendy foundation’s fundraiser here.

Listen to “No Fight!” below.

Kim Kardashian Claims Kanye West Said Her “Career Was Over”

Kim Kardashian says that during the final stages of their marriage Kanye West told her that her “career was over.” 

Just as people have gotten fresh eyes on her husband with the release of the Netflix documentary, “Jeen Yuhs,” the reality star is preparing to show the world a new side of her family with a new Hulu series.

According to a new trailer dropped to promote the April release of “The Kardashians” Hulu series, Kim wanted people to know three things: Kanye was verbally abusive; she is giddily in love with Pete Davidson, and her family is moving like the mafia now.

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The trailer opens with a voiceover of one of the sisters saying, “I think it is time that they see a whole new side of the family,” followed by scenes of each member in their respective locations.

Showing various sides, they note that after leaving their E! Network show, “Keeping Up With The Kardashians,” they are exploring more of their personal lives.

Halfway through the 2-minute trailer, Kim’s voiceover says, “It is really hard with Kanye,” before cutting to a scene of her talking to her sister Kourtney saying, “He told me my career is over.”

Many wonder if their conflict and social media fights will be curated, edited, and featured on the show.

Knox Jiinx tweeted, “Chile if y’all don’t admit Kanye has issues that don’t need be presented to the world especially given his children are involved….but anything goes when it’s against the Kardashians. Y’all weird.”

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“It’s clear the kardashians/Jenners think they’re the mob lmao,” Seto posted after watching the trailer. “I totally believe they black light people from deals and pay the media to publish them in a good light now after seeing that new Hulu trailer Kanye go head and talk yo s###!”

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“The Kardashians dropping their trailer the very next day after Kanye’s pleading heartbreaking videos is so calculated of them. I honestly don’t feel the same way about them as I did before.”

Over the weekend, AllHipHop.com reported that Ye and Pete Davidson were going back and forth on text messages and things got pretty heated, with the comedian allegedly sending the artists a picture of him in coupled up in bed with Kim while they were still married.

Drake & Jack Harlow Gift Turks And Caicos Resident $20,000 In Cash

Toronto’s Drake and Louisville’s Jack Harlow spent time together on the Turks and Caicos Islands. While in the British territory, the two rap stars presented a local singer with a special gift.

On behalf of the crypto betting platform Stake, Drake and Jack Harlow gifted $20,000 to one of the entertainers at the Grace Bay Club. Drizzy also praised Janardo Laporte for his rendition of the OVO frontman’s “Hold On, We’re Going Home” single.

All three men began playing roulette on Stake before Drake asked Laporte what he would do with the winnings from the game. The singer/saxophonist responded, “I’ve got three kids. So I want to do something for my kids and enhance my music career a little bit.” 

At that point, Drake pulled out $20,000 in cash from his pocket and gave it to the local performer. Janardo Laporte later exclaimed, “Hey, I wasn’t expecting this. I was on my way home, and… Oh, man! Woo! Yeah, baby!”

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Drake uploaded footage of the moment to his Instagram page. The IG video’s caption read, “Me and @jackharlow blessing the island on behalf of @stake my fav thing in the world is to try and change someone’s day week month or year 🤞🏽.”

Back in 2018, Drake famously gave away nearly $1 million during the filming of his “God’s Plan” music video which has since amassed more than 1.4 billion views on YouTube. The RIAA certified that Scorpion track as 11x-Platinum (Diamond). “Hold On, We’re Going Home” earned a 6x-Platinum plaque.

Jack Harlow also celebrated his 24th birthday at a bowling alley back in Kentucky. Over the last year, the Generation Now recording artist scored his first #1 on the Hot 100 chart for his Lil Nas X collaboration “Industry Baby.” Plus, Harlow’s “Nail Tech” debuted in the Top 20 earlier this year.

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Lil Durk Claims His Label Gave Him $40 Million

Yet another under-30 rap star is claiming to have secured an 8-figure bag from a record company. Following Trippie Redd’s $30 million declaration earlier this month, Lil Durk says he is making an even higher amount.

On Sunday night, Lil Durk took to Twitter to inform his 6 million followers about a supposed $40 million deal. The 29-year-old Chicago native did not provide very many details about his alleged haul.

“My label gave me 40 million let’s talk bout it,” tweeted Lil Durk. That March 12 post collected more than 1,600 replies, 4,700 retweets, and 52,000 likes.

7220 Is Looking At No. 1 Debut

The Only The Family label head recently dropped his 7220 studio album. According to sales forecasters, the Alamo Records/Sony Music Entertainment release is on pace to take the top spot on next week’s Billboard 200 chart.

HitsDailyDouble reports 7220 is projected to debut with between 120,000-130,000 first-week units. If those numbers hold up, Lil Durk will earn the first solo #1 project of his career.

7220 includes features by Hip Hop artists Future and Gunna as well as R&B singer Summer Walker and controversial Country singer Morgan Wallen. Durk presented “Broadway Girls” with Wallen as the album’s second single. The collaboration hit No. 1 on several of Billboard‘s rap-focused charts.

The OTF Crew Finds Chart Success With “Ahhh Ha” & What It Means To Be King

Lil Durk scored his first Number One with 2021’s The Voice of the Heroes, the collaborative effort made with Atlanta’s Lil Baby. Before that, Durk reached his personal peak on the weekly album rankings when both Just Cause Y’all Waited 2 and The Voice plateaued at #2 in 2020.

In addition, Durk recently hit the Top 20 again on the Hot 100 chart. “Ahhh Ha” climbed to #19 on the Hot 100 in its second week. Plus, OTF found Billboard 200 success this week with King Von’s posthumous album What It Means To Be King.

 

Will Smith On Entanglement: ‘Jada And I Talk About Everything’

Recently, Will Smith visited the CBS Sunday Morning broadcast. While there, he discussed many topics with Gayle King. Of course, one of the most juicy topics is the state of his marriage with Jada Pinkett-Smith. When asked about “entanglements” he confesses, “Jada and I talk about everything.”

Generally speaking, Mr. Smith is one of the most successful rappers turned actors. As of late, the esteemed entertainer has earned two distinguished accolades. One of these honors includes the 2022 Critics Choice Awards for Best Actor for his sublime delivery in King Richard.

The Honor

During his acceptance speech, the lauded thespian sincerely shares his gratitude. “I am here tonight with Venus and Serena and their sister Isha. And, I really just want to say to all of you, thank you for entrusting me with your story,” shares the West Philly wordsmith.

Pure sincerity emphasizes his words. “What you were able to do, and what your family was able to do, inspired everyone in this room, everyone in this country and everyone around the world. You all define the American dream,” shares the super star.

Ultimately, Big Willie wishes them continued favor, “You represent the best of what we all hope this world and this country can be.” 

The Rumor

Yes, Will Smith is enjoying a new level of professional success. However, the public seems to still be preoccupied with his marriage dynamic. In fact, Gayle even asks the hard question about entanglements.

“There’s never been infidelity in our marriage. Never. Jada and I talk about everything, and we have never surprised one another with anything, ever,” emphatically states the distinguished author.

There it is; interesting.

Kanye West Appoints Jason Lee Head Of Media & Partnerships

Kanye “Ye” West has traditionally had a love-hate relationship with the press. The Grammy winner is now working to build his own media empire by teaming with Hollywood Unlocked founder Jason Lee.

Ye appointed Jason Lee as the Head of Media and Partnerships. Lee will oversee the delivery of all media content, provide insight for the operation and management of the media department, and streamline partnerships and networking efforts for Donda album creator. 

The former Love & Hip Hop cast member also enlisted the full-service DKC to serve as Kanye West’s PR agency of record. DKC has offices based in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, DC, and Miami.

Earlier this year, Jason lee conducted an exclusive sit-down interview with West for Hollywood Unlocked. That video produced several viral clips on social media. It also collected more than 840,000 views on YouTube.

“After interviewing Ye for Hollywood Unlocked and partnering with him on the Future Brunch, it was clear we had a shared vision for leveling the media landscape, controlling our narratives, and investing in culture,” says Jason Lee. “I’m both humbled and honored to begin this journey with him and his team.”

Ye & Jason Lee Presented The Black-Centered Future Brunch

In February, Kanye West and Jason Lee met with entertainment industry insiders for the Future Brunch. The event focused on conversations about building equity and representation for Black media. Meta’s Michelle Mitchell moderated the discussion.

“Now we need to invest in Black media. God uses me as a vessel – we declare Black Future Month. The future – not the past,” stated West at the time. Lee added, “Today’s conversation with all of the most powerful Black people in media and Ye was a moment that will define an unstoppable movement.”

Kanye West’s announcement of Jason Lee’s new Head of Media position comes after Hollywood Unlocked was embroiled in an international controversy. The outlet reported that England’s Queen Elizabeth II passed away at the age of 95 despite the Royal Family not confirming the monarch’s death.

After significant skepticism from mainstream media publications, Jason Lee essentially tripled down on the Hollywood Unlocked report. Lee insisted he had “never been wrong” and refused to retract the story. However, Lee later apologized to the Queen and the Royal Family for falsely reporting her death.

King Von Earns His Highest-Charting Album With ‘What It Means To Be King’

The Estate of Dayvon “King Von” Bennett released the late rapper’s posthumous album, What It Means To Be King, on March 4. The 19-track project debuted in the Top 5 of the Billboard 200 rankings.

What It Means to Be King landed at #2 on the Billboard 200 with 59,000 equivalent album units. This is King Von’s second Top 10 entry following 2020’s Welcome to O’Block peaking at #5 following the Chicago native’s death.

Of the 59,000 first-week units for What It Means To Be King, around 55,000 units came from 79 million on-demand streams. Official album sales made up the additional 4,000 units.

King featured Lil Durk, G Herbo, 21 Savage, Fivio Foreign, Moneybagg Yo, Lil Durk, Tee Grizzley, A Boogie wit da Hoodie, Dreezy, Boss Top, DqFrmDaO, and OMB Peezy. The album dropped via Durk’s Only The Family label and Empire.

Welcome to O’Block debuted at #13 on the Billboard 200 chart. King Von’s first studio LP jumped to #5 in its second week after the 26-year-old rhymer was murdered in Atlanta on November 6, 2020.

Elsewhere on the latest Billboard 200, Encanto (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) remained at #1 for a ninth non-consecutive week (72,500 units). Kodak Black’s Back for Everything fell two spots to #4 (37,000 units).

Gunna’s former #1, DS4Ever, dropped one position to #5 (34,000 units). The Weeknd’s The Highlights slipped to #6 (33,000 units), while Drake’s Certified Lover Boy skid to #8 (31,000 units).

Doja Cat’s Planet Her rose from one position to #9 (30,000 units). The debuting Better Than You by DaBaby and YoungBoy Never Broke Again started at #10 with 28,500 first-week units.

D.L. Hughley Eviscerates Kanye West In Epic Twitter Roast!

D.L. Hughley eviscerates Kanye West in an epic Twitter roast! As a matter of fact, this declaration follows a threat Ye levied against D.L. So, these intense interactions stem from a thorough VladTV interview.

First of all, the original King of Comedy openly shared his thoughts. Moreover, he believes Kanye’s focus on Kim K is equivalent to “stalking.” However, Yeezy did not welcome the critical assessment. Thus, he went on to threaten the New York Times Best Sellers author, saying, “I can afford to hurt you.

The Roast

So, yesterday (March 13), the caustic comic unleashed on the “Eazy” MC. The funny man publicly ponders, “Hmmm! Ain’t it weird that #Kanye supposedly has all these goons who will kill for him, but not one of them will get his prescriptions filled?” Next, the author proves relentless. Then, he inquires, “Here’s a thought while you’re on your way to kill me in Calabasas, how about somebody drop by CVS and pick up his Xanax! Lol #TeamDl

Oh, the flogging is far from over. Mr. Hughley unleashes those sharp-shooting Twitter fingers. “Ain’t no way in hell I’d ever be scared of a dude who wears #IKnowWhatDidLastSummerBoots!!! #TeamDl,” chides the self-assured comedian.

The Finishing Move

Finally, Mr. Hughley aims for the jugular vein. Of course, he ensures to hashtag Kanye. Ultimately, he effectively ends the interaction with adding the following statement. “It’s just too bad that you acting like a nut won’t stop #Pete from bustin one!! #TeamDl.”

This is where things may get more interesting. What if anything, will be the appropriate response from Kanye West?

Summer Walker Blasts Trolls After Recent Social Media Post!

Summer Walker blasts internet trolls after a recent social media post. So, the celebrated singer-songwriter is standing her ground. As a matter of fact, she has a lot to say. Of course, she is doing just that.

First of all, the critically-acclaimed artist embraces her eccentric ways. From time to time, these very unapologetic antics try to rival her creativity. However, her talent always takes center stage. Well, most of the time.

As of late, the “Stretch You Out” vocalist is learning how to best balance her schedule. As a professional entertainer, and a Savage X Fenty brand ambassador, she continues to optimize that very time. In addition, to raising her beautiful daughter, Summer invests energy into fortifying her spirituality.

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The Intention

Recently, her supermarket trip is scrutinized and drug to social media hell. By and large, the Over It chanteuse aimed to highlight her healthy eating choices. The caption offers highlights her thoughts, “lmaooo the progress chyle , I remember when I would be arguing with Wendell bout throwing my brownies chips and jiffy cornbread out😂 he literally threw my whole pantry in the trash. Oh how far we’ve come.”

Nonetheless, her intention is largely ignored. Rather, it’s the unconventional attire which draws the most attention. From, the petty Puritanical comments to the downright disrespectful digs, the slander is real. However, Summer Walker is not embracing the foolishness.

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The Reaction

So, in a follow up IG interaction, the Still Over It crooner responds. “who’s the clown, the ones trying to reconnect to STOLEN practices ? or the ones who can’t see the importance of their own culture ?” she inquires.

Furthermore, the musician mentions, “also i know yawos aren’t supposed to post themselves but i got blessings from my godparents to post myself for work. I wanna show how you can do your job and still be a yawo while still rejecting vanity.

Finally, she stands by her attire and her actions. Above all, she insists, “’m doing this publicly to show how important it is to be in African religions / to de-stigmatize them.”

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Thoughts?

Jurnee Smollett Breaks Her Silence On Jussie Smollett’s Sentencing

Lovecraft Country actress Jurnee Smollett is still publicly supporting her brother, Jussie Smollett. Cook County Judge James Linn sentenced Jussie to 150 days in jail and 30 months of felony probation.

A jury convicted Jussie Smollett on five of the six counts, including making false police reports in connection to an alleged fake hate crime attack in January 2019. The former Empire actor must also pay the city of Chicago over $120,000 in restitution and a fine of $25,000.

This weekend, Jurnee Smollett took to Instagram to share her thoughts on her brother’s sentencing. She posted a #FreeJussie meme and tagged the Coalition for Jussie Instagram account in the picture.

Jurnee’s IG caption reads:

Black Americans are incarcerated in state prisons at nearly five times the rate of White Americans. Jussie is innocent.
And…you don’t have to believe in his innocence to believe he should be free. #FreeJussie #StopLockingUpOurPeople

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Previously, Jussie Smollett’s older brother, Jojo, chastised Cook County Judge James Lin for supposedly “shaming” the 39-year-old incarcerated entertainer. Fellow Empire alum Taraji P. Henson also publicly called for Jussie’s freedom on Instagram.

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U.K. Rapper Pa Salieu Tells Court He Smashed Bottle To Defend Himself During Fatal Brawl

Pa Salieu told a court he smashed a bottle to defend himself during a brawl that saw his best friend stabbed to death. 

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He is accused of being part of a group that chased a man outside a Coventry, U.K. nightclub in 2018. The rapper’s friend, Fidel Glasgow, grandson of The Specials singer Neville Staples, was fatally stabbed during the brawl. To date, no one has been charged in connection with his death. 

Pa Salieu denies violent disorder however, he admitted a separate charge relating to violent disorder later that same day.  

He told the trial he had been drinking when he chased Ikemefuna Okosisi-Ezeanyika. He intended to disarm him, believing he had a knife.  

The court listened as Pa Salieu was taken through CCTV footage of the night of September 1, 2018. “I just saw him walking back,” he said of Okosisi-Ezeanyika. “At this point everyone is shouting.” He claimed he heard Okosisi-Ezeanyika say, “I have got something for you, you think you are bad.”  

Pa Salieu Says “It Was A Stupid Thing” To Do

He said at that point, “I believed he had a knife. My intention for hitting that bottle [on the ground] was to warn him off.” Asked by his barrister if there was any prospect of the bottle hitting Okosisi-Ezeanyika, Salieu responded: “I was sipping Hennessy. It was a stupid thing. I just threw the bottle towards his direction.” 

He then explained his decision to pick up a second knife. “I had nothing to defend myself with,” he continued. “At this point I still think he had a knife. I just threw the bottle towards his direction.” 

The rapper previously commented on the case during the investigation last year. Pa Salieu wrote on Instagram: “Due to ongoing investigations, I am unable to comment on the detail surrounding the fateful events that occurred back in September 2018. Sadly, my close friend Fidel Glasgow (AP) was taken from us well before his time.” 

He further said he is “engaging with the justice system”, adding: “Please be sensitive to the fact that a real family like yours has lost a loved one. RIP AP.” 

The trial continues.  

Tyrese Breaks Down At R. Kelly’s Jailhouse Message Of Condolence

Tyrese was overcome with emotion after convicted sex trafficker R. Kelly reached out to him, offering condolences following the death of his mother last month

He shared a screenshot of the message allegedly “from R.Kelly To Tyrese,” to Instagram on Saturday (Mar. 12). 

“Hey Lil bro,” the message began. “My Condolences To You About Mom…She Is In A Better Place With My Mom & They Both Smiling Down On Us.. I Pray For You & Keep It Going One Love.”  

The message concluded, “I know it a lot having to deal with this in the limelight but keep ya head up.” The text message was signed, “Rob.”  

Tyrese took to the caption of the post to share his reaction to the note with his followers. 

Tyrese Reveals He “Just Broke Down” At Kelly’s Note 

“Yup….. just broke down in my trailer took me 45 mins to recover love you Kellz,” he began. “Damn he is on the inside and still took time to get Condolences out to me and my family…Love you Kellz……. No comments needed…..” 

Child sex trafficking conviction notwithstanding, Tyrese would like to assist R. Kelly to create new music from behind bars. 

“Selfishly I wish they could sneak a protools rig and a mic in your jail cell so that you can unload all of those ideas,” he penned. “Cause I know you don’t write all of your hits have been freestyled off the top…… But that’s just me…. R&B King!” 

While he disabled the comments section, his next post was a mixture of replies thanking Tyrese for his empathy towards Kelly and condemning him for his support.  

He shared a clip of Maverick City Music’s Naomi Raine singing “Promises (I’ll Still Bless You” later on Saturday.  

“Someone needed to hear this right now….,” Tyrese wrote in the caption.  

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“Love how you still stand by Kellz!!” went one reply. “A true friend you are❤️!! I wish we could hear a song from him. But into then I’ll listen to all his classics.”  

“Last post should have stayed private,” wrote another.  

Drake Announces Upcoming “Highly Interactive Experience” Shows

While Drake has made headlines with his recent performances, including coming out with Ye for the Free Larry Hoover concert, he hasn’t taken center stage himself in a while. 

However, during an episode of the Sound 42 Sirius XM radio show on Saturday (March 12), Drake excited his fans, revealing he’s getting back to performing. The 6 God is doing things a little differently this time.  

“I’m excited to let all my people know we’re working on something really special for you guys,” he shared. “Putting together two shows, one in New York and a few in Toronto. They’re gonna be something different, something I’ve never done before. It’ll be a highly interactive experience.” 

Drake has rocked the stage with some of the biggest and best acts in hip-hop. Though he didn’t name names, he hinted at some guest performers. “My brothers will be there,” he teased. “It’s gonna be great to see you all, hopefully, get a chance to speak with you. Hopefully learn a little bit more about each other. So I’ll have the dates for that coming soon and I can’t wait.” 

Drake has A New Hairdo

However, Drake had social media in a frenzy this weekend for reasons others than his upcoming shows. Social media went wild after the Toronto hitmaker shared his new look, revealing his braids.  

Meanwhile, Drake blessed a lucky fun with a windfall while vacationing in Turks and Caicos with Jack Harlow recently. He shared a video praising Janardo Laporte, the singer at a local resort, for his rendition of “Hold On, We’re Going Home,” Drake’s 2013 hit.  

The trio pull up roulette on Stake via laptop and play a few spins. Drake then gifts Laporte $20,000 on behalf of the online betting company he recently partnered with.  

“Hey, I wasn’t expecting this,” Laporte told Drake. “I was on my way home, and—oh man! Yeah, baby!” Watch the clip below.  

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Taraji P. Henson Compares Jussie Smollett To Emmett Till In Plea For Freedom

Jussie Smollett is the victim of unjust punishment. Or so says his former Empire co-star Taraji P. Henson who claimed, “the punishment does not fit the crime” the actor was convicted of committing. 

On March 10, Jussie Smollett was sentenced to 150 days in jail with 30 months of felony probation after a jury found him guilty of lying to cops about being attacked by trump supporters. 

The actress took to Instagram this weekend to plead justice for Jussie Smollett, posting a photo with the hashtag #FreeJussie. 

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She wrote, “I am not here to debate you on his innocence but we can agree that the punishment does not fit the crime. Emmett Till was brutally beat and ultimately murdered because of a lie and none of the people involved with his demise spent one day in jail, even after Carolyn Bryant admitted that her claims were false.”  

Taraji added, “No one was hurt or killed during Jussie’s ordeal. He has already lost everything, EVERYTHING! To me as an artist not able to create that in itself is punishment enough. He can’t get a job. No one in Hollywood will hire him and again as an artist who loves to create, that is prison.” 

Finally, she concluded, “My prayer is that he is freed and put on house arrest and probation because in this case that would seem fair. Please #freejussie.” 

Meanwhile, according to TMZ, Jussie Smollett will not be facing federal charges for allegedly faking the infamous hate letter. The feds will not charge him unless there is a significant development in the case.  

Will Smith Wins Best Actor For “King Richard” At 2022 Critics Choice & BAFTA Awards

Will Smith received back-to-back honors from both sides of the Atlantic on Sunday (Mar. 14) for his performance in King Richard.  

The Hollywood star won best actor at both the 2022 Critics Choice Awards and the 2022 BAFTA Awards in London.  

Will Smith produced King Richard and also stars in the movie as the father of tennis stars Serena and Venus Williams, who were with him on Sunday.  

“I am here tonight with Venus and Serena [Williams] and their sister Isha,” said Smith, in his acceptance speech. “And I really just want to say to all of you, thank you for entrusting me with your story. What you were able to do, and what your family was able to do, inspired everyone in this room, everyone in this country and everyone around the world.” 

Will addressed the family directly. “You all define the American dream,” he said. “You represent the best of what we all hope this world and this country can be.” 

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Will also won the leading actor honor at the 2022 SAG Awards and is nominated for the Best Actor Academy Award.) 

Will Smith Says Richard Williams Never “Dave A Damn About Tennis”

He opened up about the role during a recent interview with Gayle King on CBS Sunday Morning (Mar. 13). King asked him about the public’s perception of the famous father. “For many people, it didn’t seem that Richard Williams knew what he was doing,” she said.  

“He wasn’t doing what people thought he was doing! ” Will Smith replied. “He didn’t give a damn about tennis. He was trying to build his family, right?” Will added, “He was using tennis to cultivate his family, to cultivate values.” 

While Will Smith “is at the top of his game” his motivation is building a lasting legacy.  

“Life has gotten really, really simple for me right now, right?” he said. “I think I’m a better actor than I’ve ever been. And I think I’m going to, you know, these next ten years of my career, I think, will be the top of my acting performances.” 

Will now intends to use his vast experience to benefit others. “But I also feel like I can help people,” he shared. “There’s a teacher inside of me that’s trying to get out. I’ve learned how to be happy here. And I’ve learned how to create love here. And I want to share.” 

Man Sues Car Broker For The Right To Buy Post Malone’s Bugatti Chiron For $3.5M

A Nevada attorney with a whole lot of money to burn is suing Excalibur Motors and Die Trying Auto Brokers for the rights to buy the car that Post Malone drove in the “Saint-Tropez” music video.

According to the Utah Department of Transportation, the rapper was pushing the 2019 Bugatti Chiron as he rolled through one of the state’s most celebrated tourist features, the Big Cottonwood Canyon.

And now, Las Vegas-based lawyer Steven Dimopoulos wants the luxury ride for himself.

According to KSL News, on Wednesday, March 9th, Dimopoulos filed a lawsuit against the Montana Company, Excalibur and the company registered to broker the sale, Die Trying Auto, for breach of contract. He is seeking $75,000 and the right to buy the vehicle.

After seeing it online on the DuPont Registry, Dimopoulos had contacted Die Trying Auto to purchase the Bugatti. 

The attorney offered to cop the celebrity’s whip for $3.5 million in cash on March 3rd, after negotiating the terms with Josh Ayers, the registered owner of the West Valley car brokerage, Die Trying Auto.

The lawsuit alleges that Ayers, also named in the case, promised to email Dimopoulos the contract.

He did not.

Instead, he called back and informed Dimopoulos that he had been out bidded by someone else interested in purchasing the car. Ayers did, however, mention that he was concerned about the new buyer’s ability to come through. 

Dimopoulos states in the filing that he offered to send Ayers the money on the same day via a wire transfer— as a way to ensure the sale.

Ayers did not accept the binding offer but allegedly told the lawyer that if the buyer did not send a deposit by a specific time, he would be able to get the car.

Dimopoulos included a copy of the sales contract in the lawsuit.

The lawsuit states that the sales agreement read as such: “Steve (Dimopoulos) acknowledges that this is a back-up offer. If (the other buyer) fails to complete the transaction on 3/4/2022, Steve has the first right of refusal.”

According to the claim, Dimopoulos returned a signed copy of the agreement minutes later.

Ayers, on behalf of all of the entities involved with the sale, also signed the agreement, making it a legal contract.

When March 4th came around, Ayers sent a text message to Dimopoulos and said the other buyer did not make the deadline.

The lawyer claims he then called Ayers and reconfirmed the legality of their agreement and said that if Ayers sold the car to someone else for a higher price, he “would sue for the difference in price,” because he violated their contract.

“Ayers immediately hung up on (Dimopoulos) and became unreachable, as (Dimopoulos) followed up with subsequent text messages that went unanswered by defendant Ayers,” the lawyer says in his lawsuit.

According to KSL News, the hearing for the case is scheduled for Monday, March 14th.

Elzhi Connects With Georgia Anne Muldrow For ‘Zhigeist’ Album

Acclaimed lyricist Elzhi released a new album titled Zhigeist, which is produced entirely by Georgia Anne Muldrow.

“Georgia’s music is phenomenal,” Elzhi said in a press statement. “Her natural aptitude is limitless when it comes to production and vocals. I wanted to translate what her music was communicating to me.”

Elzhi’s latest LP is the follow-up to Seven Times Down Eight Times Up, which dropped in 2020. The veteran MC’s Zhigeist continues his recent streak of working with one producer for an entire album.

The former Slum Village member previously teamed up with Khrysis on 2018’s Jericho Jackson LP and JR Swiftz on 2020’s Seven Times Down Eight Times Up. Now, he’s linked up with Georgia Anne Muldrow for an 11-track project released through Nature Sounds.

“Lyrically and musically, this album is a love letter to people of color,” Elzhi said regarding Zhigeist. “What makes this project special is our determination to put medicine in the music.”

Stream Elzhi’s collaboration with Georgia Anne Muldrow and check out the tracklist below.

  1. News From The Ship
  2. Amnesia
  3. Every Moment
  4. King S### (Say Word)
  5. Understanding / Understanding Reprise
  6. Already Gone
  7. Strangeland
  8. Pros And Cons
  9. Nefertiti
  10. Interlude
  11. Compassion

Pete Davidson Threatens Kanye: “Continue To Press Me… I’m Gonna Stop Being Nice”

Kanye West was engaged in a one-sided war with Pete Davidson for weeks- but now the comedian has finally responded to the rap star’s taunts.

Kanye went in on Kim today (March 13) in a series of since-deleted Instagram posts.

The rap star was livid over a TikTok video his estranged wife posted featuring their daughter North dressed up in Gothic attire as she mouthed the lyrics to Willow and Machine Gun Kelly’s song “Emo Girl.”

Kanye accused Kim of keeping their kids away from him and brought race into the conversation, stating that “white people” are raising his biracial children.

In another post where he threatened comedian DL Hughley, Kanye brought up Pete Davidson again.

The rapper has been targeting Pete for months over his budding relationship with Kim Kardashian, who was recently declared legally single.

In addition to renaming him “Skete,” Kanye West decapitated the comedian in one video version of his song. “Eazy” with Game. In a second version of the video, Pete gets attacked by monkeys.

Today, Kanye West accused Pete of antagonizing him after the “Saturday Night Live” star sent text messages offering to meet up with the rapper to discuss their issues. “man to man.”

“The boyfriend text me, antagonizing me bragging about being in bed with my wife,” Kanye West said in a since-deleted video. “I thought publicly for a year and a half I’ve been dragged how she’s not my wife. She doesn’t have my last name. Now he’s texting me bragging about how he’s in bed with my wife and I’m like well who’s watching my children if he’s texting me, bragging about being in bed with my wife?”

Earlier today, Pete Davidson’s friend and fellow comedian at Dave Sirius posted a heated text message conversation between the two men.

“Yo it’s Skete. Can you please take a second and calm down. It’s 8am and it don’t gotta be like this. Kim is literally the best mother I’ve ever met. What she does for those kids is amazing and you are so f###### lucky that she’s your kids mom,” Pete wrote to Kanye. “I’ve decided I’m not gonna let you treat us this way anymore and I’m done being quiet. Grow the f### up.”

Kanye asked for Pete Davidson’s location, and the comedian offered it up, along with an invitation to meet face to face.

“I’m in La for the day if you wanna stop being a little internet b#### boy and talk,” Pete Davidson snapped, revealing he was in bed with Kim, exactly as Kanye stated.

To hammer home the point, Pete Davidson sent a picture of himself smiling in bed, shirtless, grinning, and throwing up a peace sign at Ye.

Kanye seemed to keep his cool. However, he offered Pete an invitation to meet up after Sunday Service.

Pete Davidson responded with an invitation for Kanye to meet him in his room at the Beverly Hills Hotel to sort the matter out privately.

Kanye did not seem interested in the offer, which seemed to infuriate Pete Davidson.

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The comedian revealed that “Saturday Night Live” has planned to make fun of the rap star’s antics to their nationwide audience for months. 

However, Pete said he put the brakes on the shows out of his respect for Kanye. However, that may not be the case very shortly, according to Pete.

“You have no idea how nice I’ve been to you despite your actions towards me. I’ve stopped SNL from talking about or making fun of you, which they’ve wanted to do for months,” Pete Davidson said.

“I’ve stopped stand-up comedians from doing bits about you cause I don’t want the father of my girls kids to look bad out there. I have your back even though you treat me like s### because I want everything to be smooth.

“But if you continue to press me like you have for the past 6 months I’m gonna stop being nice,” Pete Davidson warned of the rapper.

Will Smith Says Michael B. Jordan’s Concept Sold Him On “I Am Legend” Sequel

Will Smith signed up to star alongside Michael B. Jordan in the “I Am Legend” sequel because he was drawn to the “really cool concept.”

It was announced last week that the Oscar-nominated actor, who played scientist Robert Neville in the original 2007 film, is teaming up with “Creed” star Jordan for a follow-up, which they will both star in and produce.

Will Smith, who has repeatedly shot down speculation of a sequel, explained to Entertainment Tonight that Jordan helped create a concept that piqued his interest.

“The idea came up,” Smith explained at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.

“I can’t talk about it yet. But it’s a really, really cool concept and he was a part of creating the idea. “It was one of those ones I was gonna leave alone, and then I heard the idea (and thought), ‘That might work. I think we can do that.'”

Plot details are being kept under wraps.

The original post-apocalyptic action thriller film was set in New York City after a virus had wiped out most of mankind.

It followed Neville, who was immune to the virus, as he tried to develop a cure while protecting himself from mutated humans.

In the original ending, Neville sacrificed himself to save the cure, but in an alternate ending, he survived.

Akiva Goldsman, who co-wrote the screenplay for the original, will write the sequel’s script. No director has been announced yet.

Will Smith will produce the film with Jon Mone for their Westbrook Studios company, while Jordan and Elizabeth Raposo will produce as part of their Outlier Society banner.

After Deadline’s report was published on Friday, both Smith and Jordan confirmed the news by sharing the same snap of a post-apocalyptic city on Instagram.

Samuel L. Jackson Furious Swearing On Screen Record Went To These Actors

Samuel L. Jackson can’t believe he doesn’t hold the record for the “most swearing” onscreen.

During an interview for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, host Fallon pointed out that the “Pulp Fiction” actor placed third on Buzz Bingo’s list of the Most Swear Words in Movie History behind Jonah Hill and Leonardo DiCaprio.

“That’s some b#######,” he exclaimed. “I mean, no. No way, man. Jonah Hill, really? Then Leo. I don’t believe that. Someone has miscounted.”

Jackson went on to ask whether the list referred to all curse words or one specific expletive in particular.

“(If it was) specific…,” he mused, to which Fallon replied, “You’d be the champ!”

Elsewhere in the conversation, Jackson cleared up some rumours circulating about him on the Internet.

Fallon asked whether it was true that the star once beat Tiger Woods during a round of golf, and Jackson confessed it was accurate.

“Complete accident. The first time I ever played St Andrews (in Scotland), they paired me with him in what was the Dunhill golf tournament. I was a 16 so they gave me my 16 shots and I shot 78 because he said, ‘Follow me,’ and I stayed as close to him as I could. Which means I beat him by about eight strokes,” the 73-year-old smiled.