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Summer Walker Drops ‘Finally Over It’ Cover & Doubles Down On Sugar Daddy Energy

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Summer Walker is back in her bag and stirring up the timeline with a wild new album cover and more talk about that mystery man she brought to the VMAs.

The R&B star just revealed the cover art for her third studio album, Finally Over It, dropping November 14 through LVRN/Interscope. And let’s just say, she’s keeping the internet talking.

The cover is a full-on throwback to those infamous 1994 wedding pics of Anna Nicole Smith and 89-year-old billionaire J. Howard Marshall. Summer flipped the energy and made it her own, turning the cover into a statement about freedom, self-worth and letting go.

The artwork rollout didn’t come out of nowhere; it’s been building ever since she hit the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards arm-in-arm with an older white man. Dressed in a Pamela Anderson-style fit, Summer walked the carpet like it was a scene straight out of a tabloid fever dream. People lost it online, calling the guy her sugar daddy and spinning all kinds of theories.

When asked about the man on the carpet, she simply called him her “special friend” and left it at that. The man said they met through mutual friends in L.A., but both kept things vague and let the rumors fly.

Then Summer hopped on livestream and threw gas on the fire. “I don’t give a damn if I got my own money. My money is mine, your money is mine,” she said.

The internet went wild, adding fuel to the Finally Over It rollout and giving fans even more to buzz about. Especially since this all happened not long after she split from Rico Recklezz, which had folks wondering if she really leveled up with someone older and loaded.

Summer’s been teasing this project for weeks with all kinds of promo, including a lie detector test.

Her debut mixtape, Last Day of Summer, blew up back in 2018 and since then, she’s been stacking platinum plaques and award trophies. Over It and Still Over It both made noise, the second one even hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200. She’s also racked up a Grammy nomination for her 2024 EP CLEAR 2: SOFT LIFE.

With Finally Over It, she’s closing out the trilogy and putting a period on this chapter of her story.

T-Pain Surrounds Himself With Adult Videos While Recording, Says Travie McCoy

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Travie McCoy didn’t hold back when describing the unconventional recording setup he encountered while working with T-Pain on tour, revealing that the chart-topping producer surrounded himself with four screens streaming adult content while making music.

“Pain’s different,” McCoy told PEOPLE. “So when Pain’s in the studio, even on his studio bus, or the studio on his bus, there’s four screens and each one is playing a different p### video.”

The Gym Class Heroes frontman opened up about their creative process, which took shape during Lil Wayne’s I Am Music Tour between 2008 and 2009. The pair collaborated on several tracks, including “The Manual,” “Tattoo Girl” featuring Lil Wayne, and “I’ll Never Be.”

McCoy admitted the visual overload was jarring at first. “I was not used to that,” he said. “I knew he was the strip club king, and I knew he made all the anthems for single mothers and s—, but I wasn’t prepared.”

Despite the distraction-heavy environment, McCoy said he eventually adjusted. “It was weird at first,” he explained, “but I just kind of blocked it out.”

He suggested the setup may have played a role in T-Pain’s creative formula. “I guess that’s what gets him in his zone to make strip club anthems, you know?”

Their collaboration kicked off with a track titled “That’s Not Cool,” which didn’t make the final cut for McCoy’s 2010 solo album Lazarus, but it laid the groundwork for their musical chemistry. McCoy would often pen verses after shows, then meet up with T-Pain to record on his mobile studio.

Reflecting on the experience, McCoy called the I Am Music Tour “one of the dopest tours I’ve ever done” and credited it with deepening their friendship. He later signed with T-Pain’s Nappy Boy Entertainment label.

Kanye West Allegedly Limits Bianca Censori’s Food & Forbids Tattoos Or Sunbathing

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Kanye West reportedly keeps a tight grip on Bianca Censori‘s diet and appearance while enjoying fried chicken and comfort food himself, according to new claims about the couple’s private life.

The 48-year-old Hip-Hop icon is said to enforce strict eating habits on his 30-year-old wife, often limiting her restaurant orders to appetizers and insisting she use small salad plates at home to manage her portions. Sources told the Daily Mail that West’s goal is to maintain Censori’s slim figure for the revealing outfits he designs and selects for her.

“Most women would hate this move, they would think their husband was controlling them, but Bianca likes it because she feels her husband is supporting her and helping her look as good as she can,” one insider told the Daily Mail.

Censori, an architectural designer who joined West’s Yeezy brand before marrying him in December 2022, reportedly embraces these restrictions. The source added, “Bianca likes putting her body on display, she loves flaunting her curves, she is kind of an exhibitionist. No one knows if this is the real her or if Kanye has brainwashed her.”

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While Censori sticks to a controlled diet, West is said to eat what he wants, including fried chicken and macaroni and cheese, all while covering up in oversized hoodies and sweatpants.

Beyond food, West allegedly enforces other personal rules. Sources claim he has banned Censori from sunbathing, tattoos and piercings, believing they would make her look “average.”

“He doesn’t want her to sunbathe, he likes her the way she is naturally and he hates tan lines,” the source said. “And he won’t let her get tattoos or piercings, those things are out. Big time. He wants her to look like a mannequin – no flaws, no marks.”

Another insider clarified that West’s approach isn’t aggressive, saying he measures Censori’s waistline for design purposes, not to monitor her weight.

Kanye West Claims He Has “Dominion” Over Bianca Censori

The couple’s dynamic drew attention earlier this year after Censori’s nude outfit at the Grammy Awards prompted public backlash.

West responded with a series of blunt tweets defending his role in her fashion choices.

“I HAVE DOMINION OVER MY WIFE THIS AINT NO WOKE AS FEMINIST S### SHES WITH A BILLIONAIRE WHY WOULD SHE LISTEN TO ANY OF YOU DUMB A** BROKE B****ES,” he wrote.

“PEOPLE SAY THE RED CARPET LOOK WAS HER DECISION,” he added. “YES I DONT MAKE HER DO NOTHING SHE DOESNT WANT TO BUT SHE DEFINITELY WOULDNT HAVE BEEN ABLE TO DO IT WITHOUT MY APPROVAL YOU STUPID A** WOKE PAWNS.”

Censori, who holds degrees in architecture from the University of Melbourne, previously worked at DP Toscano Architects in Victoria, Australia.

She met West while working at Yeezy and quickly became a fixture in his public life, often appearing in revealing outfits that draw media attention.

West has referred to Censori as his “muse,” a role similar to the one he assigned to Kim Kardashian during their marriage.

In 2012, he famously revamped Kardashian’s wardrobe, discarding clothes he didn’t approve of.

The couple married in December 2022, less than a month after West finalized his divorce from Kardashian.

Censori was recently spotted in Melbourne visiting family, wearing the kind of bold attire that has become her signature since marrying West.

Kim Kardashian Fires Back After Niecy Nash Doubts Her Soul Food Cooking Credentials

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Kim Kardashian didn’t flinch when Niecy Nash threw shade at her cooking chops during a playful exchange on Complex’s “GOAT Talk” — and the moment quickly turned into a hilarious back-and-forth about fried chicken, skepticism and soul food supremacy.

When asked to name the “GOAT dish you can cook,” Nash didn’t even try to hide her doubt.

“I feel like if I was gonna choose what you would say, it would be absolutely nothing,” Nash said to Kardashian. “I don’t feel like you cook, Kimberly.”

Kardashian, unfazed, fired back with confidence.

“I’m a one-trick pony,” she replied. “I know one meal, and it’s a good one. And I’m gonna make it for you, and you’re going to be really proud of me.”

Nash guessed greens or mac and cheese, but Kardashian insisted it’s not just one side dish — it’s the full lineup.

“It’s the whole shebang,” she said. “My soul food meal, fried chicken, my cornbread, oh my god, it’s so good. My mac and cheese, greens, a sweet potato soufflé.”

Nash gave her a look that said, “I’m not buying it,” but Kardashian doubled down.

“Give that look, all you want. I’m gonna make it.”

When Kardashian mentioned that Kevin Hart had even done a YouTube video on her cooking, Nash was unmoved.

“Nobody trusts Kevin. Why we bringing him up?”

Kardashian, who’s been vocal about being underestimated, leaned into the moment.

“I’ve been the underdog my whole life,” she said. “Underestimate me.”

Nash, laughing, said she’d be open to being proven wrong and suggested a potluck showdown.

“Imma be sitting right there with a glass of wine watching you in the kitchen with those hands by yourself.”

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Kim Kardashian Practiced Her Soul Food Cooking Skills On Reggie Bush

Kardashian’s home-cooked soul food isn’t new information — she told People back in 2009 that she used to whip up the same menu for then-boyfriend Reggie Bush.

“I’m a great cook. His favorite meal is soul food: chicken and macaroni and cheese. That’s my specialty. I’ll cook it once a month with corn bread and greens. That I’ve mastered.”

The two actresses are currently co-starring in All’s Fair, a Ryan Murphy legal drama on Hulu.

Kardashian plays a high-powered divorce lawyer at an all-female law firm, while Nash-Betts appears alongside her in the ensemble cast, which also includes Glenn Close, Naomi Watts, Sarah Paulson and Teyana Taylor.

Despite the star-studded lineup, the show has been panned by critics. According to Rotten Tomatoes, All’s Fair earned a dismal 0-6% critic score, with reviewers calling it “existentially terrible” and describing Kardashian’s performance as “monotonal” and “emotionally negligent.”

Still, Kardashian seems more confident in the kitchen than she is in front of the camera — and Nash might just have to eat her words, along with some sweet potato soufflé.

Nicki Minaj Launches Relief Effort In Jamaica Following Deadly Hurricane Melissa

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Nicki Minaj organized emergency aid efforts in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa tore through the island with 185 mph winds, leaving destruction and dozens dead in its wake.

The NYC rapper dispatched her team to distribute food, water and other essentials to communities hit hardest by the Category 5 storm. Videos shared online show her crew handing out supplies directly to residents in need.

Minaj reposted one of the clips with the caption: “@NICKIMINAJ’s team is on the ground in Jamaica, directly distributing essential supplies and providing support to families impacted by the recent disaster. She’s acted promptly to ensure meaningful assistance is reaching those who need it most.”

She added her own message: “Plus tmrw & possibly longer. One Love, Jamaica. Love you.”

The hurricane made landfall on October 28 and was described by witnesses as having the force of an explosion. Entire neighborhoods were flattened, and widespread power outages left families disconnected and struggling to access basic resources.

Reggae Stars Join Relief Efforts

Fellow Jamaican artists have also stepped up. Sean Paul pledged $50,000 to match public donations for Food For The Poor Jamaica. The dancehall icon admitted the emotional toll of the disaster has been difficult to process.

“After days and days of communication and trying to help out in different ways, on Saturday I broke down,” he said. “It’s just the amount of energy it takes, and the depression that starts to set in, and then you have to shake yourself out of it because there’s just so much to be done that we haven’t even tipped the iceberg yet.”

Paul described visiting the rural St Mary area, where even untouched regions were left without electricity. He shared a disturbing account: “I just heard a story of 15 babies that were under three months old, but they’re sleeping in cardboard boxes right now. So it’s a terrible situation, and we’re trying to get help out there as much as possible.”

Reggae veterans M### Priest and Luciana are also involved in relief efforts.

Priest told the BBC, “It doesn’t matter how small it is, we just have to do something.” He added, “I feel kind of hopeless. My friends and family are telling me that roads falling apart, people are standing on table tops, there are mud slides.”

Shaggy has been coordinating smaller convoys to deliver aid across the island. After visiting the devastated Black River region, he called the damage “heartbreaking.”

According to Reuters, the official death toll across the Caribbean has reached 75.

Jamaica activated its catastrophe bond for the first time, unlocking $150 million in emergency funds to support recovery.

The storm’s aftermath continues to impact the island, with relief efforts ongoing.

Kanye’s Wife Bianca Censori Rocks Thong Through Australian Airport

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Bianca Censori made another bold fashion statement as she departed Australia, strutting through the airport terminal in see-through pants that left little to the imagination.

The 30-year-old architect and wife of rapper Kanye West was photographed at Melbourne Airport wearing the revealing ensemble that clearly displayed her cheeks beneath the transparent fabric.

The Yeezy designer appeared unfazed by onlookers as she navigated through the busy terminal, her provocative outfit choice continuing a pattern of attention-grabbing looks during her brief Australian homecoming.

Censori’s latest airport appearance marks the end of what sources describe as a whirlwind 48-hour visit to her native country. During her short stay in Melbourne, Censori reunited with family members she hadn’t seen in months.

She was spotted around the city in various revealing outfits, including a golden bodysuit with matching tights and a purple bullet bra paired with sheer pink hosiery.

This departure comes amid ongoing speculation about her relationship with West, who was notably absent from her trip to Australia. Recent reports have suggested tension between the couple, particularly regarding West’s controversial public statements and behavior.

Censori’s solo travel has fueled speculation about the state of her marriage to the controversial rapper. West, who has faced numerous legal and business challenges in recent months, did not accompany his wife on the visit to Australia.

The Australian native’s fashion choices have become increasingly daring since her marriage to West in December 2022, including her controversial appearance at the 2025 Grammys with Kanye in a see-through dress.

Censori departed Australia on November 6, 2025, with her destination remaining undisclosed.


Flavor Flav Enrages “Dancing With The Stars” Fans With Questionable Judging Skills

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Flavor Flav found himself at the center of intense criticism after his tumultuous stint as a guest panelist on Dancing with the Stars during Tuesday night’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame-themed episode.

The Public Enemy icon’s judging performance left viewers and contestants bewildered as he distributed scores that many deemed erratic and inexplicable.

The Hip-Hop legend’s troubles began immediately when he appeared confused about the fundamental scoring system, requiring assistance from veteran judge Carrie Ann Inaba to understand his responsibilities.

His first major misstep occurred when he awarded Dylan Efron and partner Daniella Karagach a perfect 10—their highest score of the season—while his fellow judges gave them 9s.

Flav continued his unpredictable scoring pattern throughout the evening, handing out 9s and 10s without providing clear justification for his decisions.

His most controversial moment came when he gave consistently struggling contestant Andy Richter and partner Emma Slater a perfect 10, despite the pair repeatedly finishing at the bottom of the leaderboard in previous weeks.

The situation became more complicated when Flavor Flav later revealed to People magazine that his 9 score for Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy was unintentional.

“I gave them a nine which was an accident. I really wanted to give them a 10, but they wouldn’t let me change it,” he explained, claiming the lower score was due to equipment confusion rather than his assessment of their performance.

Viewers expressed additional frustration when fan-favorite Danielle Fishel and partner Pasha Pashkov were eliminated despite receiving praise for their performances throughout the competition. The actress had just earned a perfect score in the group number minutes before her elimination was announced.

Seven celebrity contestants remain in the competition: Andy Richter, Dylan Efron, Robert Irwin, Alix Earle, Elaine Hendrix, Whitney Leavitt and Jordan Chiles.

The controversy surrounding Flavor Flav‘s guest appearance has raised questions about the show’s guest judge selection process and scoring consistency.

JAY-Z’s Paternity Case Tossed For Good

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Jay-Z saw a years-long legal battle over paternity allegations come to a definitive end this week when a federal judge in California dismissed the lawsuit “with prejudice,” permanently closing the door on any future claims tied to the case.

The decision, issued Wednesday by the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, means the case cannot be refiled.

“The Court has read and considered the motion and concluded that it is suitable for decision without oral argument,” the judge wrote in the ruling.

The suit was filed by Lillie Coley, who identified herself as the godmother and legal guardian of Rymir Satterthwaite, a man in his early 30s who has long alleged that the Hip-Hop mogul is his biological father. Coley claimed that Jay-Z fathered Satterthwaite in the mid-1990s during a relationship with Wanda Satterthwaite, who passed away in 2019.

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According to court records, Satterthwaite was born in July 1993. A 2010 paternity test ruled out Robert Graves, Wanda’s boyfriend at the time, as the biological father. Since then, Coley and Satterthwaite have spent years attempting to bring the case before courts in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, seeking to compel Jay-Z to take a DNA test.

In December, Satterthwaite told the Daily Mail he was not interested in financial compensation but wanted clarity.

“I really want to resolve this,” he said. “I want to resolve this and get this matter done. I really do. I don’t want any money. I just want the truth.”

Jay-Z has repeatedly denied the allegations. His legal team described the litigation as a “decades-long campaign of harassment.” The judge also ruled Jay-Z can go after Coley for the cost of litigating the issue.


Stefon Diggs Confirmed As Baby’s Father While Expecting Child With Cardi B

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Stefon Diggs might be expecting a boy with Cardi B, but he has confirmed his paternity of Instagram model Aileen Lopera’s newborn daughter as a legal battle over custody and expenses continues to unfold in court.

The Buffalo Bills wide receiver was officially named the father after a DNA test, according to Lopera’s attorney, who told Page Six, “The paternity has been confirmed. Mr Diggs is the father of the child.”

The lawyer added, “Now that the child’s paternity has been established and Mr Diggs has acknowledged his daughter, my client hopes they can work toward being great parents to their child.”

Lopera, a Fashion Nova ambassador, filed the paternity suit in December 2024, months before giving birth to her daughter in April. The case remains active, with her legal team confirming the court proceedings will “move forward if the parties are not able to resolve it themselves.”

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At the time of filing, Lopera requested full legal and physical custody, asking that Diggs be granted visitation only. She also sought financial coverage for medical costs tied to the pregnancy and delivery, along with reimbursement for her legal fees.

Diggs responded in July by requesting a paternity test, stating he was “not certain” of the child’s parentage. Once the results confirmed he was the father, he filed for joint legal and physical custody and proposed splitting medical and legal expenses.

As the legal process plays out, Diggs has reportedly entered a new chapter with Cardi B, who is currently pregnant with their first child together, a boy.

Diddy’s 56th Birthday Includes Prison Meals At Fort Dix

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Sean “Diddy” Combs spent his 56th birthday on Tuesday (November 4), eating navy beans and green vegetables inside the Federal Correctional Institution Fort Dix in New Jersey, a stark departure from the champagne-soaked parties that once defined his life.

The former Bad Boy Records head, known for lavish celebrations and luxury, marked the occasion with standard-issue prison meals.

According to People, facility meal schedules indicate that breakfast began around 6:30 a.m., featuring cereal, fruit and bread topped with margarine.

Lunch, served between 11:00 a.m. and noon, offers chicken parmesan or a chickpea burger, accompanied by sides of pasta in marinara sauce and spinach. Garlic bread or whole wheat bread was on deck, along with fruit or a dessert item.

Dinner wrapped the day with cheese pizza or a second helping of navy beans, paired with Italian pasta salad, green beans and a basic garden salad with dressing options.

Diddy, who was convicted in July on two federal counts of transporting individuals for prostitution, began serving his 50-month sentence at Fort Dix after being moved from Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center on October 30.

His legal team had raised concerns about the conditions at the Brooklyn facility and requested access to substance abuse treatment programs.

The transfer placed the Hip-Hop mogul at Fort Dix, a low-security prison about 40 miles from Philadelphia, on a military base.

There, he now lives in dorm-style housing with other inmates. The commissary offers limited comforts, including $1.07 cheesecake squares, $1.30 honey buns and $2.85 Pop-Tarts.

One item missing from the menu is applesauce—something Diddy was known to enjoy on cheeseburgers during his time outside, according to court testimony.

His attorney, Alexandra Shapiro, filed an appeal on October 20. On Monday (November 3), U.S. Circuit Court Judge Beth Robinson approved an expedited review. Oral arguments are scheduled for April 2026.

Diddy’s projected release date is May 8, 2028, however, an early release remains possible with good behavior.

Chicago Rapper Tray Savage’s Killer Finally Faces Justice After 5 Years

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The man who killed Tray Savage received a 29-year prison sentence after entering a guilty plea for the murder, bringing closure to a saga that had lasted five years.

The 26-year-old rapper was gunned down on June 19, 2020, in Chicago’s Chatham neighborhood on the 8100 block of South Evans Avenue.

Tray Savage had been signed to Chief Keef‘s record label at the time of his death, marking another tragic loss in Chicago’s Hip-Hop scene.

Demitri Jackson, who authorities say was affiliated with the same street organization as Tray Savage, was identified through surveillance footage that captured his distinctive walking pattern before and after the fatal shooting.

The investigation stretched across state lines when Jackson fled to Fort Worth, Texas, where he was eventually apprehended in 2021 on a murder warrant.

Cook County prosecutors have remained tight-lipped about the specific circumstances that led to the deadly confrontation between the two men. The case took nearly five years to reach resolution, with Jackson finally accepting responsibility for the crime through his guilty plea to one count of murder.

The sentence requires Jackson to serve the full 29 years without the possibility of early release, ensuring he will remain behind bars well into his middle age. The conviction represents a significant victory for law enforcement in a city where many Hip-Hop-related homicides go unsolved.

His association with Chief Keef’s label had positioned him for potential mainstream success before his life was cut short by street violence.

Jelly Roll Slams Australian Louis Vuitton Store For Treating Him Like “A Criminal”

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Jelly Roll found himself in an uncomfortable situation during his Australian tour when he attempted some luxury shopping in Sydney. The former rapper/country superstar took to Instagram Stories on Wednesday (November 5) to share his experience at a Louis Vuitton boutique, claiming the staff made him feel unwelcome.

The 40-year-old artist was clearly amused by the encounter as he recorded himself outside the high-end retailer. “Hey man, The Louis Vuitton in Sydney, legitimately just treated us like we were finna come in and rob that place,” he said while laughing about the incident.

Jelly Roll didn’t hold back in describing how the staff’s behavior reminded him of his troubled past. “I have never been looked at more like a crim… Listen, the last time I was looked at like a criminal this bad.. I was an actual criminal this bad,” he joked, referencing his numerous arrests on drug charges dating back to when he was 14 years old.

The “Son of a Sinner” performer has been making the most of his inaugural Australian tour, which includes stops at the Strummingbird Festival across Queensland, Newcastle and Perth, plus shows in Brisbane, Melbourne and the Harvest Rock festival. This marks a major milestone for the artist, who was previously unable to perform internationally due to his criminal history.

Just last year, Jelly Roll announced his first non-U.S. dates with Canadian shows in June 2024, shortly after revealing to Howard Stern that his past legal troubles had prevented him from booking international gigs.

Despite the awkward shopping experience, the Nashville native appears to be thoroughly enjoying his time Down Under. He’s been sharing content about Australian football, posing with the Sydney Opera House and even helping his drummer participate in the local tradition of doing a “shoey.”

The tour continues with two remaining dates: Thursday (November 6) in Townsville at Queensland Country Bank Stadium and Saturday (November 8) at Western Springs in Auckland, New Zealand.

Yung Bleu Mourns His Father’s Death With Emotional Instagram Tribute

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Yung Bleu shared a deeply personal Instagram tribute after the death of his father, revealing the emotional toll the loss has taken on him.

The Mobile, Alabama, rapper poured his sorrow into a raw message to his followers, expressing the pain of losing what he called his “biggest supporter.”

“I been hoping I wake up and this is a bad dream,” he wrote. “I’ve been fighting anger and grief for the last 24 hours. I’ve been distant to my family. I pray I get better.”

The 31-year-old artist, known for his hit “You’re Mines Still,” continued to reflect on the emptiness left behind.

“I’ve lost so much and such a big piece of me I feel empty,” he said. “I lost my biggest supporter, I lost a great father. I’m still Mad at you!! Why would you leave me like this?”

His words painted a vivid picture of the emotional weight he’s carrying, revealing how the pain has distanced him from loved ones and left him questioning his strength.

“Please watch over me dad cuz I’m not as strong as I pretended to be. I had to stay strong for everybody. I had to be the strong structure that I never wanted to be,” he added.

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In a follow-up post, Yung Bleu shared joyful memories with his father, posting videos that showed lighter moments from their time together. “Gone miss you so much pops ima remember these moments forever,” he wrote alongside the clips.

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The Hip-Hop community quickly responded with support. Artists including Fabolous, Hitmaka and Anthony Hamilton offered condolences in the comments, standing in solidarity with Bleu as he navigates the loss.

EXCLUSIVE: DJ Vlad Sues Joyner Lucas Over Social Media Clip & Failed Interview Request

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Joyner Lucas is facing a federal lawsuit in California after reposting a VladTV interview clip to his social media without permission or credit, allegedly to boost his own visibility.

Vlad accuses the rapper of copyright infringement for sharing a video from VladTV’s interview series. The clip features comedian Aries Spears mocking British rap and was originally titled “Aries Spears Clowns British Rappers: That S**t Sounds Ridiculous! (Part 12).”

According to the lawsuit, Lucas uploaded the five-minute segment to his @joynerlucas account on X on July 6. The filing claims he cropped out the VladTV watermark before sharing it with his 1.5 million followers.

The post quickly gained traction, pulling in 4.4 million views, 2,800 reposts and 20,000 likes before X removed it in response to a Digital Millennium Copyright Act takedown request.

DJ Vlad, whose real name is Vlad Lyubovny, owns Hot In Here, Inc., the parent company of VladTV. His attorneys argue that Lucas knowingly used the copyrighted material to drive traffic to his account and promote his brand.

The lawsuit says Joyner Lucas “encouraged” others to share the video, which allegedly led to further unauthorized distribution. It also claims the rapper profits from increased engagement on his social media, using viral posts to promote music and merchandise.

Before filing the lawsuit, Hot In Here says it attempted to resolve the issue out of court. Vlad was willing to drop any potential legal action in return for an interview with Joyner Lucas. However, negotiations reportedly fell apart after Lucas’s manager, Dhruv Joshi, sent an “expletive-filled text message” to VladTV’s legal team from Joyner Lucas himself.

“Dear vlad…. Suck my d##k. Call your attorney and do whatever you have to do. I wasn’t ever doing an interview with you before in this lifetime and your def not a getting an interview now. So settle your legal matters however you want to settle them p##sy. I always thought you was a b##ch and this just confirms the kind of b##ch you are. No way in this lifetime or the next will I ever allow someone like you to try to extort me out of an interview. You got me all the way f##ked up.

Vlad is seeking up to $150,000 in statutory damages, legal fees and a permanent injunction blocking Lucas from using any VladTV content in the future. It also wants a full accounting of any profits Lucas may have earned from the post.

VladTV, which boasts over six million YouTube subscribers, is recognized for its in-depth interviews with artists, comedians, and Hip-Hop figures. The platform has become a major outlet for commentary and cultural discussion in the genre.

Joyner Lucas is a platinum-selling, Worcester, Massachusetts native known for collaborations with Will Smith, Chris Brown, Timbaland, Lil Baby, Future, Eminem and others.


50 Cent Mocks Diddy’s Trump Pardon Claims In New Instagram Message

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50 Cent took another jab at Diddy Tuesday night (November 4), mocking reports that the incarcerated mogul is telling fellow inmates at FCI Fort Dix that Donald Trump will pardon him in early 2026.

“No he not pardoning you, you said some really nasty things,” 50 posted on Instagram, wasting no time ridiculing Diddy’s alleged optimism about clemency from Trump. “Stop crying your in PC in Jersey PUNK!”

The jab followed a TMZ report that claimed Diddy has been spreading word behind bars that he’s expecting a presidential pardon. According to prison sources, Diddy is bragging about Trump pardoning him in early 2026.

Diddy is currently serving a 50-month sentence at the low-security federal prison in New Jersey after being convicted on charges related to transportation for prostitution.

He was acquitted of more serious sex trafficking and racketeering charges. Combs was transferred to Fort Dix in October 2025 following over a year in federal custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.

Diddy Blasts Donald Trump In Past Remarks

Despite a rocky political history with Trump—including Combs’ endorsement of Joe Biden in 2020—his legal team has reportedly been in talks with some White House officials.

Trump has acknowledged he’s considering clemency, though some of his advisors are reportedly urging him to steer clear.

Back in 2020, Diddy made his stance on Trump crystal clear in both interviews and tweets.

“White men like Trump need to be banished. That way of thinking is truly dangerous,” he said in one interview.

He also tweeted, “The NUMBER ONE priority is to get Trump out of office. HE HAS TO GO. We can’t allow this man to continue to try and DIVIDE US.”

Still, Diddy seems confident that Trump might overlook the past. While he hasn’t made any public statements about a possible pardon, insiders at Fort Dix claim he’s been promising support to fellow inmates once he’s released.

50 Cent, never one to miss an opportunity to troll, recently mocked Diddy after new prison photos surfaced.

“He look happy to me, with all them handsome men around,” he wrote, continuing his long-running habit of needling Combs.

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Even without a pardon, Diddy’s legal team has secured a fast-track appeal that could reduce his sentence.

If no changes are made, his earliest possible release date is May 8, 2028; however, this could be shortened with time served and participation in prison programs.

Malaysian Rapper Namewee In Custody As Death Of Taiwanese Influencer Becomes Murder Probe

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Malaysian rapper Namewee reported to Malaysian police in Kuala Lumpur after the death of Taiwanese influencer Iris Hsieh was upgraded to a murder probe tied to their video project.

The 42-year-old artist arrived at the Dang Wangi police headquarters early Wednesday morning, November 4, wearing a black face mask and his signature beanie.

Namewee, whose legal name is Wee Meng Chee, reportedly turned himself in after authorities reclassified the death of Iris Hsieh Yu-hsin as a homicide.

The 31-year-old social media personality—widely known online as the “nurse goddess”—was found unresponsive in a hotel bathtub on October 22.

She had traveled to Malaysia just two days earlier to reportedly collaborate with Namewee on a video project.

Police initially treated Hsieh’s death as sudden and unexplained. But on Tuesday (November 4), Kuala Lumpur authorities announced the case had been reclassified as murder following new developments in the investigation.

A magistrate approved a six-day remand order, holding Namewee in custody until November 10.

His attorney, Joshua Tay, confirmed that police had requested a seven-day detention, but the court granted one day less.

The rapper also faces unrelated charges for alleged drug possession and use, which he denies.

Hsieh, who had a background in nursing, built a strong online following through her modeling and lifestyle content. Her visit to Malaysia was scheduled to last from October 20 to October 24.

Namewee first drew national attention in 2007 when a controversial parody of Malaysia’s national anthem went viral.

Since then, he’s remained a divisive figure in the region’s music scene, known for politically charged lyrics and frequent criticism of governments, including China’s.

Investigators continue to review hotel surveillance footage, interview staff, and examine travel records. Toxicology and postmortem results are still pending as officials work to determine the cause of Hsieh’s death.

EXCLUSIVE: Spotify Denies Payola Allegations In New Class Action

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Spotify pushed back against a new class-action lawsuit filed in federal court that accuses the streaming giant of reviving payola through its controversial Discovery Mode feature.

The complaint, filed Tuesday (November 4) in Manhattan by New York resident Genevieve Capolongo, claims Spotify misleads subscribers by promoting algorithm-based playlists like “Discover Weekly” and its AI-powered “DJ” while allegedly allowing labels to pay for increased visibility through royalty discounts.

Capolongo alleges the platform “charges listeners for the privilege of being deceived,” arguing Spotify fails to disclose that some playlist recommendations are influenced by financial arrangements.

The lawsuit compares the practice to the well-known radio payola scandals of the 20th century and seeks restitution, punitive damages and a court order requiring Spotify to reveal when money or royalty deals factor into playlist placement.

In a sharp rebuttal, Spotify dismissed the accusations as baseless and riddled with errors.

“The allegations in this complaint are nonsense,” the company said. “Not only do they misrepresent what Discovery Mode is and how it works, but they are riddled with misunderstandings and inaccuracies.”

Spotify explained that Discovery Mode allows artists to highlight specific songs for algorithmic consideration in limited areas such as Radio, Autoplay and select Mixes.

The company emphasized that the tool does not influence editorial playlists or guarantee plays.

“Discovery Mode is a feature artists can use to flag priority tracks for algorithmic consideration in limited contexts: Radio, Autoplay, and certain Mixes. It doesn’t buy plays, it doesn’t affect editorial playlists, and it’s clearly disclosed in the app and on our website,” the statement continued.

Spotify also pointed out that the lawsuit misrepresents how Discovery Mode functions, noting it is not used in all algorithmic playlists, including “Discover Weekly” or “DJ,” as the suit claims.

“The complaint even gets basic facts wrong: Discovery Mode isn’t used in all algorithmic playlists, or even Discover Weekly or DJ, as it claims,” the company added.

The platform further rejected the idea that Discovery Mode favors major labels, saying the feature has been widely adopted by independent artists.

“It’s also wrong to suggest Discovery Mode only supports major label artists. In fact, it’s been widely embraced by the independent music community, many of whom have praised the program publicly,” Spotify said.

This lawsuit comes just days after another class-action complaint was filed by West Coast rapper RBX, who accused Spotify of turning a blind eye to fraudulent streams that inflate numbers for top-tier artists like Drake while reducing payouts for smaller acts.

Both legal challenges have intensified scrutiny of Spotify’s algorithmic transparency and its promotional practices. The Capolongo case was filed in federal court on November 4.

Chuck D Blames Music Executives For Rap’s Short-Lived Billboard Absence

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Chuck D called out the music industry’s leadership and Billboard‘s policies after rap vanished from the Top 40 for the first time in over three decades.

During an interview with Rock The Bells Tuesday (November 4), the Public Enemy founder didn’t hold back, blaming the genre’s absence on a broken system.

“Lack of curation, administration and caretaking,” he said, describing what he sees as the core issue dragging rap down.

His remarks came just days after Kendrick Lamar’s “luther” featuring SZA was removed from the Billboard Hot 100.

The track had spent 46 weeks on the chart but fell to No. 38, triggering a new rule that reclassifies songs as “recurrent” if they dip below No. 25 after 26 weeks.

That left NBA YoungBoy’s “Shot Callin’” stuck at No. 44, marking the first time since 1990 that no rap song appeared in the Top 40.

“When you have a cluster of people writing the same song, things are gonna fall on the floor,” Chuck D said, criticizing the genre’s creative repetition and lack of identity. He argued that many modern rap songs sound interchangeable and fail to stand out.

Chuck D Compares Hip-Hop To Rock Music

The 65-year-old trailblazer compared rap’s current state to rock music, which he believes has managed to stay relevant by embracing variety.

“Rock has it figured out, they have songs and acts that vary in subject matter,” he said. “We have that in Hip-Hop, and we had a lot more diversity in Hip-Hop before.”

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Chuck D also pointed to a deeper issue—industry infrastructure. He reflected on a time when Hip-Hop had stronger support systems, with executives and managers who helped artists navigate the business and maintain visibility.

He referenced acts like Kwamé and D.M.C. as examples of how different styles once thrived under better guidance.

Still, he believes the genre hasn’t flatlined. “We will have songs [in the Top 40] again, right now it’s like the hole in the hurricane,” Chuck D said, suggesting the current drought is temporary.

The last time Hip-Hop was completely absent from the Top 40 was in 1990, when Biz Markie’s “Just A Friend” had exited the chart.

The current dry spell, however, was short-lived. Megan Thee Stallion’s “Lover Girl” debuted at No. 38 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the week of November 8, officially breaking the drought.

Chuck D closed with a message aimed at the next generation of artists and executives: “Art has to be fought for, but to fight for it you have to know what it is.”

EXCLUSIVE: Busta Rhymes Accused Of Trying To Silence Ex-Assistant With Defamation Suit

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Busta Rhymes is being accused of weaponizing the legal system to suppress his former assistant’s speech after a $6 million lawsuit alleged physical assault and workplace misconduct.

In a new court filing submitted to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, Dashiel Gables pushed back against the Hip-Hop icon’s defamation countersuit, calling it a “retaliatory Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation,” or SLAPP.

Gables claims the countersuit was filed to punish him for speaking out and exercising his “constitutional right to petition for redress of grievances.”

Gables, who worked for Rhymes between July 2024 and January 2025, maintains that all his public statements and legal claims are accurate and protected by law.

“Truth is an absolute defense to defamation under state and federal law,” his legal team wrote in the filing.

The dispute stems from an incident on January 10, 2025, when Gables alleges Rhymes punched him in the face during an argument in the lobby of the rapper’s Brooklyn residence.

Gables claims he was later fired for reporting the incident to the police and has since suffered emotional distress, unpaid wages, and professional blacklisting.

Busta Rhymes turned himself in after criminal charges were filed and was charged with third-degree assault. He has denied all allegations and responded with a defamation countersuit in October 2025.

His attorneys argue that Gables made false and damaging claims to the media and at a press conference, including accusations that Rhymes spat on staff, made threats, and forced another assistant to unclog a toilet with his bare hands.

Busta Rhymes’ legal team is seeking damages and a retraction.

Gables argues that the countersuit is not only meritless but also an attempt to silence him through intimidation.

“The statements in Plaintiff’s Complaint are protected by the First Amendment to the United States Constitution,” his attorneys stated.

He also contends that his claims involve “matters of public interest,” such as workplace safety and alleged violence by a public figure, which he believes should receive “heightened constitutional protection.”

The former assistant is asking the court to dismiss Rhymes’ counterclaim entirely, award him attorney fees, and impose sanctions on the rapper for what he calls a “frivolous and retaliatory counterclaim.”

The court has not yet ruled on the motion to dismiss the countersuit.


DJ Premier Calls Out D’Angelo Funeral Attendees Who Violated Privacy Policy

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DJ Premier expressed outrage after mourners violated the privacy wishes of D’Angelo’s family by sharing funeral content on social media platforms, including Instagram and Twitter (X).

The legendary Gang Starr producer took to video to condemn attendees who disregarded explicit instructions to keep the November 1 Virginia service private. According to Premier, guests were required to complete applications for attendance and specifically told not to film or post any material from the viewing or burial ceremony.

“You got to fill out an application to get in and get approved,” Premier stated in his emotional response. “And before you submitted it as a thing at the bottom that said, ‘Please don’t post, please don’t film. And let’s keep it private for the viewing and the service.'”

Despite these clear guidelines, footage and images from the neo-soul icon’s final farewell began circulating online, including program details and cemetery location information. The producer of classics like “Above the Clouds” expressed his disappointment at witnessing such disrespect.

“People are running amok all over there, and they’re posting sh*t, posting the program with the whole service, and even the cemetery,” Premier continued. “That shows that fake love is even at your funeral, man, but it is what it is.”

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The Hip-Hop veteran acknowledged that while discussing the service was acceptable, violating the family’s trust by sharing private moments crossed a line. He praised D’Angelo’s relatives for their strength during the difficult time, particularly highlighting speeches given by the singer’s children and brothers.

Premier concluded his message by honoring the late artist: “Michael Eugene Archer, we love you, my dude, D’Angelo. Forever, man. And to Infinity, you already know the love is real over here.”

The controversy highlights ongoing issues with social media etiquette at private events, particularly when families explicitly request discretion during their most vulnerable moments.

D’Angelo died at age 51 on October 14, following a prolonged and private battle with pancreatic cancer. His family confirmed his passing in a heartfelt statement, reflecting on his courage in facing the disease and expressing gratitude for the legacy of music he leaves behind.

D’Angelo was laid to rest in Virginia and is remembered as a trailblazer who reshaped the landscape of soul and R&B with acclaimed albums like Brown Sugar, Voodoo and Black Messiah. Tributes poured in from across the music world, celebrating both his immense talent and the profound influence of his work, as fans and fellow musicians mourned his loss and honored the indelible mark he made on modern music.