Chris Brown appeared in a London courtroom Friday (June 20) and pleaded not guilty to a charge of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm stemming from an alleged bottle attack at a nightclub in February 2023.
The 36-year-old singer and performer arrived at Southwark Crown Court just hours after performing in Cardiff, dressed in a blue suit and oversized sunglasses.
Prosecutors allege Brown assaulted music producer Abraham Diaw at Tape nightclub in London, where Diaw was reportedly struck with a bottle and then “punched and kicked” multiple times.
Brown’s co-defendant, Omololu Akinlolu—known professionally as Hoody Baby—also entered a not-guilty plea to the same charge during the hearing.
In addition to the attempted grievous bodily harm charge, Brown faces two other counts: assault occasioning actual bodily harm and possession of an offensive weapon.
The court postponed arraignment on those charges until July 11, giving Brown more time before entering a plea.
The judge scheduled the trial to begin on October 26, 2026.
Brown was first arrested on May 15 in Manchester when he arrived in the United Kingdom to kick off the U.K. leg of his Breezy Bowl tour.
Despite the arrest, he went on to perform in the same city just days later, where he addressed the crowd with a tongue-in-cheek remark: “Thank you for coming and supporting me. And thank you to the jail…It was really nice.”
Timbaland is facing backlash and potential legal action after allegedly using K Fresh’s beat without consent to promote an artificial intelligence music tool developed by Suno, where the legendary producer serves as an advisor.
In an open letter posted online on Friday (June 20), K Fresh and his attorney, Ryan Schmidt, accused the Grammy-winning producer of uploading one of K Fresh’s original tracks to Suno’s platform, then using it to generate an unauthorized AI remix.
“There was no credit. No consent. No apology,” the letter stated.
The controversy centers on a demo Timbaland shared to showcase Suno’s AI capabilities. Rather than using his own extensive catalog, the producer allegedly selected a beat created by K Fresh without asking for permission.
“With over 30 years of music in his own catalog, he had every opportunity to use something he actually owns. Instead, he used someone else’s work without permission,” the letter said.
The letter also claims Timbaland’s actions violated U.S. copyright law and Suno’s own terms of service, which require users to own the content they upload.
“This wasn’t just unethical; it violated U.S. copyright law and breached Suno’s own Terms of Use, which require users to own any uploaded content,” the letter continues. “As a result, K Fresh’s music is now permanently part of Suno’s training model without his consent.”
Suno has yet to respond publicly to the allegations, a silence that K Fresh’s team says only deepens the issue.
“Suno’s continued silence is just as troubling. Your silence sends a message: that respecting the rights of creators is optional.”
Timbaland has been a vocal supporter of AI in music, launching his own company, Stage Zero, and introducing a virtual artist named TaTa.
His efforts have drawn criticism from artists and industry insiders who argue that AI-generated music threatens the integrity of human creativity.
K Fresh’s team is demanding a public apology and five specific actions within 24 hours, including proof that his music has been removed from Suno’s training data and a commitment to never use unlicensed music in future demos.
“This is your chance to do what is right. Meet these simple terms and we’ll consider the matter resolved. Refuse, and we’ll take every step necessary to ensure accountability.”
Suno and its competitor, Udio, are facing massive lawsuits from major labels and independent artists who accuse the companies of using copyrighted music without permission to train their AI models.
Sony, Universal, and Warner claim the startups copied thousands of songs—662 by Suno, 1,670 by Udio—with plaintiffs seeking damages up to \$150,000 per track.
Independent artists allege they’ve been exploited and excluded from settlement talks. While negotiations are underway, no cases have been resolved as of June 2025.
R. Kelly had his emergency plea for home confinement tossed by a federal judge in Chicago on Thursday (June 19) after claiming prison staff at FCI Butner in North Carolina were conspiring to kill him.
The court rejected the motion, stating that it lacked jurisdiction because Kelly was incarcerated outside the judge’s district, CBS News reports.
The singer’s legal team argued that his life is at risk behind bars, accusing prison officials of orchestrating a murder-for-hire scheme and retaliating against him after he tried to expose it.
In the emergency filing, Kelly’s lawyers alleged that staff at the North Carolina facility enlisted another inmate to kill him to stop him from revealing a plot to intercept his mail and manipulate witnesses.
Attorney Beau Brindley said the Bureau of Prisons responded to the filing by isolating Kelly in a cell under harsh conditions.
“Mr. Kelly is now living in solitary confinement,” Brindley said. “He cannot call his family. He cannot eat the food he purchased from the commissary, which he stores in his locker. The prison officials refuse to give it to him. Mr. Kelly has spiders crawling over him as he tries to sleep. He is alone in the dark in miserable conditions.”
Kelly’s team also claimed he’s too scared to eat food from the prison kitchen due to fears of being poisoned.
Prosecutors Slam R. Kelly’s Allegations
Federal prosecutors fired back, calling the allegations “repugnant,” and accused Kelly of using the court system as a publicity tool.
They argued the motion had no legal standing and was unrelated to his conviction or sentence.
The judge canceled a planned hearing and clarified that her court has no authority over prison conditions or claims of attempted murder.
Her role is limited to reviewing legal challenges to Kelly’s conviction or sentencing.
Kelly is currently serving a 30-year sentence at FCI Butner for racketeering, sex trafficking and child pornography charges.
Earlier this week, Brindley said they plan to file a motion to overturn Kelly’s convictions based on what they describe as newly discovered evidence. He also confirmed they will seek his release on bond.
In a separate move, Brindley publicly appealed to Donald Trump. The attorney asked for a presidential pardon on the grounds that Kelly’s safety was in jeopardy while incarcerated.
Diddy allegedly ran his inner circle with military-style discipline and demanded unwavering loyalty from his assistants, according to testimony Friday (June 20) from former aide Brendan Paul in the federal racketeering and sex trafficking case against the Hip-Hop mogul.
Paul, who worked for Diddy from 2022 until March 2023, described a job that consumed his personal life and pushed him into drug use to keep up with the demands.
He told the court that he was instructed to sever ties with his girlfriend and family before accepting the position, which paid $75,000 annually and later increased to $100,000 per year.
Paul said the job required him to stay alert around the clock, often relying on Adderall and sometimes cocaine to stay awake. Paul testified that Diddy expected his staff to operate with the precision of a military unit, once telling them to “move like Seal Team Six.”
The prosecution focused on how Diddy allegedly used his assistants to procure and test drugs, including cocaine, ecstasy and Tusi, a synthetic hallucinogen. Paul said he took drugs at Diddy’s request to prove his loyalty.
Paul described “Wild King” nights, which he said involved Diddy, his partners, drugs, Cialis and sex. He testified that after the Cassie lawsuit, Diddy stopped using hotels and began hosting gatherings at private residences. Paul said his role included cleaning up after these events.
Paul also recounted being fired for forgetting Diddy’s Lululemon fanny pack before a walk. When asked if he ever reported concerns to human resources, Paul said HR was ineffective.
Paul was arrested in 2023 with 27 grams of cocaine, which he said did not belong to him. When asked directly if the drugs were Diddy’s, Paul confirmed by admitting they were for “Mr. Combs.”
Under cross-examination, Diddy’s attorney, Brian Steel, pointed out that Paul’s drug case was dismissed and questioned whether drugs made Diddy more productive.
Paul responded that Diddy became “extremely creative” while using. After his testimony, Paul’s attorney issued a statement denying that Paul was ever a “drug mule” for Diddy.
“He was subpoenaed to come to court and tell the truth, which he did — word for word,” attorney Brian Bieber said. “Now that Brendan has finally had the opportunity to tell the full story about his employment, we are hopeful that the last 15 months of defamatory statements about him will cease.”
Cardi B unleashed a stern message for critics who were “praying” on her “downfall” during a livestream on Thursday night (June 19) while teasing a major announcement.
The Bronx rapper didn’t hold back as she addressed the pressure she’s been under leading up to her performance for Spotify and the rollout of her new single “Outside.”
“I’ve been going through a lot of stress,” she said, describing a chaotic week filled with setbacks. “But I know everything is going to turn out fine.”
Hinting at a bigger plan beyond just the single, she added, “It’s going to be a domino effect,” suggesting her album is finally on the horizon.
But the mood shifted when Cardi B turned her attention to those rooting against her.
“Don’t pray on my downfall because it’s just never going to work,” she insisted. “It’s been too long; I’ve been here; I’m stamped. It’s like I ain’t going nowhere b####.”
She also took a jab at people speculating about her personal life. “And also, stop thinking that you know my business,” Cardi added. “Because let me tell you something, every day my business change.”
The livestream came just hours before she and her estranged husband, Offset, dropped new singles on the same night.
The timing also followed rumors that Offset had been spotted partying alongside the ex-girlfriend of NFL star Stefon Diggs, Cardi B’s new man.
Before signing off, Cardi teased a big reveal coming Friday. “I’m going to be giving y’all clues on my channel. Because it’s not over,” she said. “Oh, honey. I told y’all to get your s### together.”
Back in December, the Grammy winner teased her album, urging fans to put aside $150 to buy it. She also hinted at a highly lucrative business move.
“I got something very important to me that is coming out next year. I don’t want to say too much,” Cardi said at the time. “This is something that I been wanting to do for a very long time. I just left a billion-dollar play.”
Drake dropped jaws after revealing he lost more than $8 million gambling in just one month, sharing the staggering numbers with a screenshot posted to social media.
And that figure only grew after he lost another $800,000 by betting on the Oklahoma City Thunder to beat the Indiana Pacers in the NBA Finals on Thursday night (June 19).
“Gotta share the other side of gambling…” the 38-year-old rapper wrote. “Losses are so fried right now.”
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The image showed a breakdown of his betting activity, with wagers totaling $50.2 million in the past week, $75.3 million over two weeks and a massive $124.5 million across the last 30 days.
His net loss? A bruising $8,235,686.
The “Hotline Bling” artist has long been open about his love for sports betting, often posting both wins and losses.
Back in January, he celebrated a $630,000 win after betting on the Baltimore Ravens to beat the Pittsburgh Steelers in the NFL. But this time, the numbers weren’t in his favor—and social media had thoughts.
“I can’t imagine a world where I’d feel comfortable gambling that amount of money away and then sharing screenshots,” one user commented.
Others speculated the losses may not have come from his own pocket, suggesting Drake could be playing with house money from sponsorship deals.
“He gets sponsorships,” another user wrote. “They essentially give him money to play with on their platform, advertise the plays, and therefore encourage fans to also gamble. This guy didn’t lose $120M of his own money.”
Drake’s betting habits have been a recurring topic online, especially as he frequently partners with gambling platforms like Stake.
Whether the money is his or not, the numbers are real—and so is the reaction.
Erykah Badu and The Alchemist finally delivered the first taste of their forthcoming album, Abi and Alan, on Friday (June 20).
Titled “Next To You,” the whimsical track arrived courtesy of her own label, Control Freaq Records, her first independent release since splitting from Universal Motown. The song is getting oodles of love online from The D.O.C., Rapsody, DJ Spinna, De La Soul’s Posdnuos, Eligh of the Living Legends, DJ EFN and so many more.
Alchemist shared an Instagram post about the track and revealed it was dedicated to the late Prodigy of Mobb Deep. Those familiar with the Queensbridge duo’s catalog will recognize the beat comes from “The Realest,” which Alchemist produced for the 1999 track featuring Kool G Rap. He wrote, “For my brother Prodigy . Hope i’m making u proud Science!!!” The single art itself appears to be an ode to Sonic Youth’s album cover for 1990’s Goo.
Of course the internet was right on time with its negativity, with many condemning the duo for using AI for the single and cover art as well as the accompanying animated clip.
“Seeing all these old heads in hip hop turning to AI has been sad to see,” one person wrote on Twitter (X). “Are you gonna tell me the alchemist and erykah badu could not find a single human being that wants to make them an album cover? no excuses, you grew up making art with your hands. what a waste of cover art.”
Another added, “Erykah Badu was one of the main reasons I got into making music related art, Mama’s Gun album art is hanging on my wall, seeing this AI garbage artwork makes me sick. These are two talented musicians who had the opportunity to make a classic but instead they cheaped out”
The Alchemist’s Instagram comment section wasn’t much better. “Always disappointing to see your favorites use AI,” one person said, while another added, “As a 2D traditional animator im disappointed by the dirt cheap music vid. Yet “artists” say they represent artists. Thanks a lot ‘legends.'”
It got worse from there, with comments like, “What the f### is the point of using AI. Not even gonna listen to this s###. Utter waste of talent” and “God this video is garbage surely you can pay an artist with charging $100 for records dude.”
Despite the blowback, there were plenty of people equally as excited about the collaboration. After all, the forthcoming project marks Badu’s first official studio album since 2010’s New Amerykah Part Two (Return of the Ankh). She released the mixtape But You Caint Use My Phone in 2015.
Badu and The Alchemist will hit the road on the The Abi & Alan Japan Tour featuring dates in Osaka, Tokyo and Yokohama. Badu is also scheduled to play this year’s Essence Festival in New Orleans during July 4 weekend as well.
More recently, Amazon Music and Prime Video hosted a livestream of Badu’s Juneteenth concert, “Badu Presents: Echoes 19,” live from her hometown of Dallas on Thursday (June 19). Check out “Next To You” below.
Jim Jones lit up a new episode of “Joe and Jada” by claiming he’s more relevant and has more hits than Nas, igniting a heated back-and-forth with Fat Joe and Jadakiss while brushing off the numbers.
The Harlem rapper responded to a viral clip of a 22-year-old Hip-Hop fan from New Jersey who said Jones had surpassed Nas in both relevance and chart success.
During the podcast, Jim Jones leaned into the moment, saying he’s not trying to disrespect Nas but believes his catalog speaks for itself.
“These kids love me. They don’t really know who Nas,” Jones said, pointing to the generational divide. He explained that Nas dropped his debut when Jones was still in high school, and younger listeners today are more familiar with his work.
“A lot of these rappers have done a tremendous job,” he said. “I take nothing away from them. But they forget I got a hell of a catalog. Me, Jim Jones myself. Gold records, platinum records, gold albums, platinum albums, you know me. Jim Jones, no Diplomats.”
Jones doubled down on his chart credentials, challenging anyone to compare stats.
“Check my track record, then check everybody else’s track record, then go to Billboard and check all my entries and check all of them n##### entries,” he said. “So let’s not get into that where we get into numbers, and I got to show you the statistics of what I’ve done.”
When Fat Joe tried to pump the brakes, saying, “We can’t compare the two,” Jones pushed back.
“Pull up Nas billboard entries, then pull up my billboard entries,” he said, refusing to let the conversation slide.
Social Media Users Weight In On Jim Jones Versus Nas Debate
Online users did just that, quickly surfacing data showing Nas with a deeper list of Billboard entries, higher charting singles and albums, and more platinum plaques.
Billboard entries talk got Jim Jones thinking his name should even be uttered in the same sentence as Nasir Jones dawg what have they done to my genre???
Jim Jones has now said he’s better than Styles P, Pusha T, and Nas.
lol.
— Ta’les Love, PhD. 🏁🏁 (@TLoveSpeaksss) June 20, 2025
But Jones didn’t seem fazed.
As the debate gained traction, he took to Instagram with a knowing grin.
“Yal do know after I get yal in yal feelings on social media I go back to living a real good life lol,” he shared. “Side bar goin viral is major tool in th entertainment business don’t get stuck in yesterdays grind stay current my friend.”
Nicki Minaj lit up social media Thursday night (June 19) with a string of cryptic tweets aimed at JAY-Z, Roc Nation and its CEODesiree Perez, hinting at explosive revelations and accusing the company of shady tactics.
The NYC rapper kicked things off with a vague but pointed message: “Needing the Barbz is @ an all time high for every distraction. So let me start talking about what I’ve found out. About them. Real juicy. Confirmations.”
She added the hashtag “#PaidMoles” and the phrase “Order in the court,” suggesting she was gearing up to expose what she described as behind-the-scenes manipulation.
Minaj then claimed Twitter axed the feature to see users’ liked posts, implying it was part of a broader effort to silence her.
“They don’t want you to see what I’m liking. So that feature was demolished,” she wrote before alleging surveillance tactics. “Listening devices. Cameras. Car tags. Pages you don’t follow under the ‘following’ section of X now? Hmmmmmm. Do I get paid for that?”
She tied the accusations to JAY-Z and Roc Nation by quoting her own lyrics from the “Banned From NO” remix with Lil Wayne: “NFL FIRE SOME N!GG@z & den [phone emoji].️”
Nicki Minaj Seemingly Shades Roc Nation CEO
Minaj also appeared to reference Desiree Perez’s ongoing legal issues with her daughter, Demoree Hadley, who is suing Perez for allegedly using her influence to have her falsely committed under Florida’s Baker and Marchman Acts.
In a lawsuit filed in May and obtained by NBC Miami, Hadley says she was institutionalized for nearly two weeks based on fabricated claims of drug use and domestic violence, which both she and her husband deny. Prosecutors reportedly declined to pursue charges against her husband, Javon Hadley, citing a lack of evidence.
“All sounds so familiar,” Minaj tweeted. “Trying to tear a husband away from his wife & family with lies & friends in high places. Yuck. No more distractions.”
She also reposted a user’s comment that appeared to reference Perez’s legal troubles, further fanning the flames.
Nicki Minaj has a history of calling out Perez, especially over Roc Nation’s support of Megan Thee Stallion.
Minaj has also taken issue with JAY-Z and Roc Nation’s involvement in the NFL and Super Bowl, further fueling her ongoing feud with the powerhouse label.
Cardi B andOffset went head-to-head on Friday (June 20) with dueling singles that stirred up heated reactions across social media.
Cardi B dropped “Outside,” her first solo release of the year, a bold post-divorce anthem that doubles as a declaration of independence and a not-so-subtle jab at her ex.
The track, teased for months and fueled by leaked snippets, marks a return to music as she gears up for her long-awaited sophomore album.
“I’m back outside,” she raps, signaling her reentry into the spotlight after what she calls being “cuffed up too long.”
Cardi B Seemingly Shades Offset
The lyrics take direct aim at a former partner many believe is Offset, with lines like “ain’t s###,” “gon’ f### on anything,” and “Good-for-nothing, low-down dirty dogs.”
She doesn’t hold back, adding, “Next time you see your mama, tell her how she raised a b####.”
Cardi also references her rumored new relationship with NFL star Stefon Diggs, rapping, “Favorite player from your favorite team, he in my DM. I’m so small and tiny, he so big and tall,” and “Heard them Patriots got them n#####, let me in the locker room.”
She even gives a shoutout to Las Vegas Aces forward A’ja Wilson: “And some ladies out in Vegas, A’ja Wil’, what’s poppin’, boo?”
Offset, meanwhile, released “Bodies” featuring JID on the same day, a move that many saw as a musical counterpunch.
The timing of the dual drops added fuel to the ongoing narrative surrounding their split, which has played out publicly over the past year.
Listeners quickly took sides online. One user wrote, “Cardi B was holding Offset back from his greatness. The last time he made music like this was 2017 (Culture II). And who did he meet in 2017? Exactly…”
Another praised Cardi’s return to form: “Cardi u done out f###### did yourself now that’s what I’m talking bout. Keep this energy and keep this heat coming.”
A third summed it up with: “Cardi & Offset dropped fire. Divorce is doing them well…”
Beyoncé lit up the Stade de France on Thursday (May 16) when she brought out Miley Cyrus for a surprise duet during her Cowboy Carter Tour stop in Paris, delivering a moment that had the packed stadium on its feet.
Rumors had swirled earlier in the day after Cyrus was spotted arriving at the venue, fueling speculation that the “Flowers” singer might join Beyoncé onstage.
The whispers turned into cheers when the 43-year-old icon paused her set to introduce the pop star to the crowd.
“I’m so excited because I wanted to do something very special for you guys,” Beyoncé told the audience. “I could not do it without this young lady’s help, so I need you to scream as loud as you can. I want y’all for this icon.”
As Cyrus walked onstage, Beyoncé added, “I’m your biggest fan. I love you. I’m so grateful to watch you, to sing with you, Miss Miley Cyrus.”
The track, which blends country storytelling with pop melodies, earned them the Grammy Award for Best Country Duo/Group Performance earlier this year.
Cyrus previously spoke about the collaboration in an interview with W Magazine, revealing the song had been in the works long before it reached Beyoncé’s radar.
“I wrote that song, like, two and a half years ago. My mom would always go, ‘I love that song so much,'” Cyrus said. “So when Beyoncé reached out to me about music, I thought of it right away because it really encompasses our relationship. I told her, ‘We don’t have to get country; we are country. We’ve been country.’ I said, ‘You know, between you being from Texas and me being from Tennessee, so much of us is going to be in this song.’ Getting to write a song, not just sing, for Beyoncé was a dream come true.”
Beyoncé is set to perform two more shows in Paris over the weekend as part of her ongoing Cowboy Carter Tour.
Megan Thee Stallion stormed into the Love Island USA villa on Thursday (June 19) with a twerk-off, a limbo showdown and two fresh bombshells, delivering what many viewers called the most entertaining episode of the season.
The Grammy-winning rapper made her surprise entrance during Season 7, Episode 15, walking into the villa to her 2022 single “Her” before declaring in the confessional, “I’m finna shake the table. Love Island is not ready for this type of bombshell.”
Her arrival had been teased earlier in the day through cryptic texts and social media posts, building anticipation among Islanders and viewers alike.
Once inside, Megan Thee Stallion wasted no time stirring things up. She kicked off a dance and limbo contest that had both the men and women showing off their moves. “Twerk hard, play hard!” she captioned a clip of the contest on social media.
She also introduced two new contestants, TJ and Andreina, who were brought in as official “bombshells,” adding more drama and competition to the villa.
Her visit also doubled as a promotional moment for her “Hot Girl Summer” swimwear collection, which the Islanders modeled during the episode. The line, launched in partnership with Walmart on May 19, includes 18 size-inclusive pieces ranging from $16 to $28.
Megan personally designed the swimwear line, aiming to promote self-expression and body confidence across all sizes.
Viewers responded to Megan’s appearance on Love Island with enthusiasm, flooding social media with praise. One user wrote, “thank you meg for bringing fun back to this villa we needed this,” while another called it the “Greatest episode in love island history actually.”
Beyoncé touched down in Oxfordshire by helicopter with Jay-Z to scope out a sprawling 58-acre estate in the Cotswolds while on a break from her Cowboy Carter World Tour in London.
The superstar couple reportedly landed at Enstone Airfield, located about 30 minutes west of Bicester, earlier this week, according to the Oxford Mail.
Their visit was part of a planned property tour that coincided with Beyoncé’s six-show run in the capital from June 5 to June 16.
A source told the Mail the pair had flown in “to view a 58-acre plot of land,” fueling speculation that the power duo might be eyeing a countryside retreat in one of England’s most celebrity-packed regions.
Back in April, reports surfaced that the “Single Ladies” singer and her husband were considering real estate in the Cotswolds, a region renowned for its picturesque villages and the privacy-seeking habits of A-listers.
Should they move forward, their neighbors could include Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi, as well as Simon Cowell and the Beckham family.
Beyoncé has since continued her European tour, heading to Paris following her London performances. The UK leg of her tour wrapped up on Monday (June 16).
Her six-night stint at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium set a record for earnings, raking in over $60 million.
Offset and Sky Marlene have caused rumors, intentionally or accidentally.
Offset, never one to dodge drama, was reportedly in the same nightlife orbit as Sky Marlene. Don’t know who this Sky is? She’s the ex-girlfriend of Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs. She was in attendance while Offset was performing at a club. The sighting instantly set off speculation, especially considering recent buzz about Cardi B dating Diggs himself.
While there’s no confirmed PDA linking Offset and Sky directly, the timing has raised eyebrows. I repeat: there’s been no hand-holding and no cryptic Instagram Stories. Still, in the world of celebrity messiness, just being in the same VIP section can be enough to get rumors going.
Some think Marlene showing up may have been a strategic move. It could be considered a subtle shot at her ex or even Cardi. Others believe it could have been orchestrated entirely, a petty chess move meant to keep the blogs buzzing. Either way, folks are reading into it heavy.
“Offset’s out here playing the petty game,” one social media user commented, “but Sky’s playing it smart.” That sentiment echoed across multiple corners of the internet, where people debated. Whether this is high-level trolling or just plain old foolishness is anybody’s guess. I SCOFF! I think it’s all stupid. Are we in high school?
As for Cardi and Stefon Diggs, their recent interactions have been scrutinized too. From public appearances to online flirtation, their chemistry is “high-key.” That perceived public flaunting may be why some believe Offset’s nightclub link-up wasn’t so accidental after all. They are rubbing it all in his face like Diddy…OH-KAY, let me chill.
At the day’s end, with no concrete evidence of a connection beyond the shared venue, this could all be celebrity gossip.
Whether Offset and Marlene are plotting revenge or being petty, the story’s got legs. But until something more substantial surfaces, we’ll say this is “to be determined,” because at the end of the day, nothing says “I’m over it” like strategically bumping into your rival’s ex.
Kevin Hunter launched a $250 million lawsuit targeting the court-appointed guardian of Wendy Williams, the judge overseeing her case, and dozens of others, accusing them of violating her constitutional rights and causing financial and emotional harm.
The complaint, obtained by People, names 48 defendants, including Williams’ legal guardian, Sabrina Morrissey; Judge Lisa Sokoloff; Wells Fargo; her assisted living facility; and multiple attorneys.
Hunter, who was married to Williams from 1999 to 2020, filed the suit on her behalf and is demanding a jury trial.
“Guardianship is a civil death. In New York, more than 28,000 adults are being abused, neglected and defrauded under the care of court-appointed guardians,” the lawsuit states.
While the filing does not request an end to Williams’ guardianship, it seeks sweeping changes.
Hunter is asking for a new neutral guardian, the unsealing of court records, her release from what he calls “involuntary confinement,” a full forensic audit of her finances, and $250 million in damages for lost income, emotional distress, reputational harm and legal costs.
Williams, once a daytime TV powerhouse with The Wendy Williams Show, has been out of the public eye for years due to health and legal issues.
The couple’s marriage ended in 2020 following reports that Hunter had fathered a child with another woman. Despite their split, Hunter has remained publicly vocal about Williams’ well-being and legal situation.
T.I. is facing a legal battle in Atlanta after TV producer Cylia Senii accused him of hijacking the title of her long-running web series Situationships for his upcoming comedy film.
The lawsuit alleges that the rapper-turned-filmmaker and his company, Grand Hustle Films, knowingly infringed on Senii’s intellectual property by using the same title for a movie she says mirrors her original concept.
Senii and her Atlanta-based company, Featherstone Entertainment, are seeking damages and an injunction to block the film’s release.
Senii claims she first launched Situationships in 2016 and actively produced it through 2024. The series, which explores modern dating and relationships, is available on platforms including YouTube, BET Digital, Amazon Prime, and Tubi.
According to the complaint, Senii sent a cease-and-desist letter to T.I. in December 2024 after learning about the film.
It also alleges that individuals who previously worked on Senii’s series later joined the production of T.I.’s film, raising questions about how much of her original work may have been used without permission.
Senii’s legal team argues that the rapper’s film “intentionally trades on the goodwill and brand recognition” of her series.
They claim that T.I. and his collaborators “acted with full knowledge” of her project and “deliberately chose to proceed in spite of that knowledge.”
The legal filing states, “Defendants’ unauthorized use of the Situationships mark is likely to cause confusion, mistake, or deception among consumers.”
She also filed opposition to his trademark application, which the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office ultimately denied in May 2025.
The lawsuit accuses T.I. of trademark infringement, unfair competition and civil conspiracy.
T.I. has not publicly commented on the lawsuit. His film, which he wrote and directed, has not yet been given a release date.
North West rang in her 12th birthday with a lavish getaway to Los Cabos, Mexico, where a private beach house and a luxury yacht set the scene for a weekend of celebration.
The daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West spent her birthday surrounded by close friends and cousins, enjoying a sprawling oceanfront estate complete with a pool, a waterslide, a volleyball net and oversized inflatable swans.
The multi-day celebration also featured outdoor movie nights and a cruise along the Pacific Ocean aboard a high-end yacht. The festivities took place last weekend and were in honor of North’s birthday on Sunday (June 15).
Kim Kardashian shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, posting a carousel of throwback photos and writing, “Happy 12th Birthday my sweet girl North. I love you so much. You are the silliest, smartest, most independent 12 year old in the world and I’m so proud to be your mom. I love you so so so much.”
The beach house, located along the Baja California coast, served as the central hub for the celebration. The group spent time lounging poolside, playing beach volleyball and enjoying the warm June weather.
The yacht excursion offered panoramic views of the Pacific and capped off the weekend with a dose of glamor and adventure.
North, the eldest of Kim and Kanye’s four children has grown up in the public eye and is no stranger to extravagant birthday parties. Past celebrations have included everything from themed sleepovers to private performances.
This year’s trip to Mexico focused on laid-back luxury, with ample space for the kids to play and unwind.
The celebration comes as Kardashian continues to balance her business ventures and law studies while Kanye West remains largely out of the spotlight.
The former couple, who finalized their divorce in 2022, continue to co-parent their children.
Fat Joe‘s name is being dragged through the mud following the filing of an explosive new lawsuit accusing the Terror Squad captain of horrific acts. But Fat Joe’s attorney, Joe Tacopina, tells AllHipHop it’s nothing more than an attempt at revenge.
Fat Joe (real name Joseph Antonio Cartagena) already sued the accuser, Terrance Dixon, and his embattled attorney, Tyrone Blackburn, for libel. Now, he believes Dixon and Blackburn are simply retaliating out of spite.
“The lawsuit filed by Tyrone Blackburn and Terrance Dixon is a blatant act of retaliation—a desperate attempt to deflect attention from the civil suit we filed first, which exposed their coordinated scheme to extort Mr. Cartagena through lies, threats, and manufactured allegations,” Tacopina says. “We didn’t just sue a disgruntled former employee trying to revive a false claim from 15 years ago—we sued the lawyer behind it all. Tyrone Blackburn has a well-documented pattern of abusing the courts to harass defendants and generate media attention.
“Two separate federal judges have condemned his conduct—one for filing headline-chasing lawsuits full of salacious and baseless claims, and another for making repeated legal misstatements and personal attacks in court filings. He is now the subject of a pending referral to the Southern District’s disciplinary committee.”
He continues, “Law enforcement is aware of the extortionate demand at the heart of this scheme. The allegations against Mr. Cartagena are complete fabrications—lies intended to damage his reputation and force a settlement through public pressure. Mr. Cartagena will not be intimidated. We have taken legal action to expose this fraudulent campaign and hold everyone involved accountable.”
Dixon filed a $20 million civil RICO lawsuit against the Bronx rapper in federal court on Thursday (June 19), alleging years of exploitation, fraud and abuse under what he calls “The Cartagena Enterprise.” The complaint accuses Fat Joe of orchestrating a criminal operation involving forced labor, sexual coercion, financial fraud and witness intimidation.
“[Fat Joe] employed persistent verbal abuse, threats of physical violence, erratic and insufficient payment, manipulative control over travel and accommodations, and continuous humiliation,” Dixon claimed. “Collectively, these coercive tactics resulted in chronic emotional and psychological distress, profound anxiety, and severe trauma that continue to affect [Dixon] to this day.”
But Fat Joe filed suit against Dixon and Blackburn in April for defamation and intentional infliction of emotional distress. In the complaint, Fat Joe outlines how Dixon and Blackburn conspired to extort him for money and it started on March 23, when both parties sent a written demand to Fat Joe seeking financial compensation for being a “ghostwriter and uncredited vocalist” on some of his songs.
When the false demand was ignored, they threatened to file a complaint not just for unpaid wages and other compensation, but also false and outrageous allegations against Fat Joe, including unspeakable acts such as statutory rape, forced labor, sex trafficking, and fraud.
Blackburn also told Tacopina he’d verified all the allegations and had spoken to critical witnesses, including one of the alleged minors, who ultimately denied ever speaking to Blackburn.
“These allegations are completely false and part of a criminal conspiracy orchestrated between a disgruntled former hype man and his attorney,” Fat Joe said. “These two individuals have been scheming together to extort me with their elaborate and ludicrous demands changing by the day. The relentless threats, harassment, and defamation I’ve endured as they peddle salacious lies are utterly deplorable. I’m taking legal action to expose their misconduct and I’m fully confident that the facts will reveal this is nothing more than a deceptive and desperate scam.”
Fat Joe is facing a civil RICO lawsuit filed Thursday (June 19) in New York federal court by longtime associate Terrance Dixon, who claims the rapper subjected him to years of unpaid labor, sexual coercion, and threats of violence as part of an alleged criminal enterprise.
Dixon, also known as “TA,” worked alongside Fat Joe for over 16 years as a hype man, lyricist, security aide and creative partner.
In April, Fat Joe denied Dixon’s allegations and filed a preemptive lawsuit against Dixon and his lawyer, Tyrone Blackburn, claiming they were attempting to extort him into settling the matter.
“These allegations are completely false and part of a criminal conspiracy orchestrated between a disgruntled former hype man and his attorney. These two individuals have been scheming together to extort me with their elaborate and ludicrous demands changing by the day,” Fat Joe said in a statement before the filing of Dixon’s lawsuit.
In the 157-page complaint, Dixon accuses the Bronx rapper of exploiting his loyalty while withholding royalties, songwriting credits and compensation.
Here are five of the most disturbing allegations tied to what Dixon and his lawyer have dubbed the “Cartagena Enterprise.”
Alleged Cover-Up of Statutory Rape Involving Teenage Singer
Dixon claims he witnessed the downfall of a 15-year-old artist named K-Rose, who was signed to Epidemic Records, a label run by producer Andre “Dre” Christopher Lyon.
According to the suit, Dre began sexually abusing K-Rose in the studio after her parents dropped her off to record. The abuse allegedly lasted nearly a year.
Dixon says he and Fat Joe once walked in on Dre panicking, yelling, “I’m going to jail, Joe. I’m going to jail. They [K-Rose’s parents] found out I was dealing with K-Rose.”
Fat Joe allegedly responded, “Calm down; I’m going to take care of it.”
Dixon believes Fat Joe used a burner phone to contact the girl’s parents. K-Rose’s music career soon disappeared.
Forced Sexual Encounters Under Threat and Surveillance
Dixon alleges the rap star forced him into over 4,000 sexual situations with women after concerts and studio sessions. These encounters, he says, were arranged by Fat Joe and took place in environments the rapper controlled.
In one incident in Miami, Fat Joe brought a woman to his hotel suite and ordered Dixon to have sex with her in front of others, yelling, “Get your dick hard TA!”
“In many instances, [Fat Joe] remained present during these encounters, watching, recording, or issuing verbal commands and commentary,” the complaint reads.
Dixon says members of the crew, including Pete “Pistol Pete” Torres, watched and laughed. One person who was present allegedly said “Yo Joe, I’m not about to stand here and watch this n####’s dick.”
When Dixon resisted, he claims Fat Joe withheld pay, canceled travel plans or threatened to leave him stranded overseas.
Use of Coded Language and Alleged Firearms Trafficking
The lawsuit describes a system of coded language used by Fat Joe and his associates to direct violence and criminal activity.
Terms like “Ketchup” meant stabbing, “Matonden” meant kill, and “Corpen” meant to place someone in a casket.
Dixon also alleges he used a burner phone to coordinate drug and gun trafficking between Miami and the Bronx. The device, he claims, helped the rapper avoid subpoenas and surveillance while maintaining contact with criminal associates.
Alleged Sexual Abuse of Minors and Exploitation
Dixon claims he saw Fat Joe engage in sexual acts with girls as young as 15 and 16. He alleges the rapper used his burner phone to arrange meetings with underage girls, often while on tour or in hotels.
One girl, referred to as Minor Doe 1, was a 16-year-old Dominican teen in New York.
According to the complaint, she performed sex acts on the rapper in exchange for money, clothes and phone bill payments. Dixon says he once begged Fat Joe to pay her $100 phone bill, but the rapper refused, saying he was broke.
Dixon claims Fat Joe was in love with another 15-year-old girl, whom he supposedly rapped about on the song “She’s My Mamma.” Fat Joe allegedly rented the girl a condo up the street from the house he shared with his wife and paid all of the underage girl’s bills.
Threats of Violence and Orders to Attack Other Artists
Dixon alleges the Terror Squad boss ordered him to confront DMX in Miami after a dispute, instructing him, “If he acts up, take the hammer,” which Dixon understood as a command to use a firearm. Though no violence occurred, Dixon says the order was treated as mandatory.
In another incident, Fat Joe allegedly instructed Dixon and others to attack Young Money president Mack Maine after he made a crude remark about Fat Joe’s wife. Dixon says the directive was clear: attack Mack, Maine, on sight.
The complaint also references a deadly episode in Miami where Fat Joe allegedly ordered two teenagers to attack a man.
The man, acting in self-defense, fatally shot both teens. Dixon claims their deaths were a direct result of Fat Joe’s coercive leadership style.
Ye is heading to Slovakia this summer for a rare Eastern European appearance as the headliner of the 2025 Rubicon Festival in Bratislava.
The three-day Hip-Hop event, running from Friday, July 18 to Sunday, July 20, will close with Ye’s performance on the final night, marking his first major show in the country.
The Rubicon Festival, one of Europe’s rising Hip-Hop events, will also feature Offset, Ken Carson, UFO361, Voyage, GZUZ, and DJ S####.
Organizers expect the festival to draw tens of thousands from across the continent. Tickets will be available starting Sunday (June 22) at 7 p.m. CEST through Ticketportal, the official vendor.
The event is produced by Pop Out and includes creative input from J. Noah. The Instagram post announcing Ye’s appearance offered few details beyond the festival name, dates and collaborators.
Still, the visual alone was enough to stir speculation among followers about whether the performance might coincide with a new album, fashion drop or both.
