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Niecy Nash Ready To Throw Hands Over Kim Kardashian

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Niecy Nash-Betts is ready to take her admiration for Kim Kardashian to the streets—literally.

The Emmy-winning actress says no one should dare criticize her All’s Fair co-star, describing Kardashian as genuine and supportive after getting to know her on set.

“You can’t say nothing bad about Kim to me. I will fight you in the street!” Nash-Betts told People in an interview. “Don’t you say nothing about Kimmy Kim to me. Don’t do it.”

Nash-Betts, who stars as a divorce lawyer in All’s Fair, admitted she had minimal knowledge about the Kardashian-Jenner family before working with Kim, but that fresh perspective may have been the perfect setup.

The Scream Queens actress said both Kim Kardashian and her mom, Kris Jenner, welcomed her honesty about being unfamiliar with their reality empire.

“It was so funny, because when we first met, I met [Kim] and her mom, and I said, ‘I have to be honest and tell you, I’ve never seen your show,’” Nash-Betts said. “And her mother said, ‘Oh, thank God. We have a chance! Maybe you’ll like us.’”

The group shared a laugh over the exchange, which broke the ice and set the stage for what Nash-Betts now sees as a wonderful working relationship—and a genuine friendship.

“I love her so much,” Nash-Betts gushed, calling Kim Kardashian a “girls’ girl” who exceeded every expectation.

Kardashian’s foray into scripted television, starting with Ryan Murphy’s American Horror Story: Delicate in 2023, mirrors her decision to explore new territory beyond the reality TV realm where she became a cultural phenomenon.

For Nash-Betts, who has collaborated with Murphy on hits like Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, the pairing in All’s Fair felt more like destiny than coincidence.

“She’s lovely,” Nash-Betts said of Kardashian. “And you know what? Once you spend time with her, you just realize she’s really, really honest and so easy to work with.”

Nash-Betts, already a scene-stealing star in Hollywood, keeps busy with acclaimed projects—her defining roles often tied to Murphy’s sleek brand of storytelling.

But All’s Fair has sparked a new mission for the outspoken actress: defending her co-star against critics, should they surface.

“I’ve got nothing for people who don’t like her,” Nash-Betts joked, reemphasizing her loyalty.

Wendy Williams Slams Guardian For Selling Her Cats

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Wendy Williams says her cherished feline companions, Chit Chat and My Way, have been taken from her without warning during her ongoing battle with court-ordered guardianship.

Williams, the outspoken former daytime TV host, revealed the painful news in a candid interview with The Breakfast Club, describing the loss as another blow in her continuing fight for independence.

“My cats have been sold,” she stated, visibly upset as she discussed her life under a conservatorship that began three years ago. “I had no idea. Look, I no longer have my cats.”

The cats, which Williams adopted in 2019 during a tumultuous time in her life, held sentimental value.

My Way was named during her split from ex-husband Kevin Hunter, symbolizing her newfound autonomy, while Chit Chat was inspired by Williams’ love for conversation—a signature of her television career.

According to Williams, the decision to remove the pets was made without her input, and it was only after speaking with her court-appointed guardian, Sabrina Morrissey, that she learned of their fate.

“I did not know that until I talked to my guardian person,” she explained. “I wanted my cats with me.”

Now residing in a New York facility, the former “Wendy Williams Show” host described her current living situation as isolating and demoralizing.

Living amongst significantly older residents, Williams said, “It’s not my cup of tea,” and expressed deep frustration with the system.

The media personality cited her diagnosis of primary progressive aphasia and frontotemporal dementia as the root of the court’s reasoning for assigning a conservatorship, but she strongly pushed back against claims that she cannot manage her own life.

“I am not cognitively impaired,” Williams insisted. “But I feel like I’m in prison.”

With a tone both defiant and mournful, she described the guardianship system as “broken” and accused it of inflicting “emotional abuse.”

SZA Anxiously Dodges Questions From Keke Palmer & Issa Rae About Kissing Drake

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

SZA’s response, or lack thereof, to a barrage of questions about Drake’s kissing skills is apparently extremely insightful, according to Keke Palmer and Issa Rae.

The painfully melodramatic incident went down during a new episode of the Hot Ones series with Palmer and Rae in promotion of their new comedy film, One Of Them Days. To make a long story short, the three of them were playing a “truth or dare” style game in which they would either answer a question or eat a wing, with the spice level going up each round.

Palmer kicked off the exchange by attempting to play coy, at first, before directly prodding SZA for her take on smooching with her ex-boo thang Drake. “What should I ask, oh,” Palmer groaned seemingly preemptively. “OK. Um, is Drake like a good kisser?” The messy question barely had seconds to sink in before Rae began exclaiming with shock, instigating the situation. “That’s why I said ‘f### you in advance,” SZA responded.

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As the trio continued to banter amongst each other, it was clear that the “30 for 30” hitmaker was set on keeping her lips tight shut when it came to pecking the 6 God. However, Palmer and Rae weren’t having it. “She’s not gonna answer,” Palmer said, to which Rae added, “She did.” Palmer then quipped, “He must have been terrible!” When SZA proceeded to giver Palmer a side-eye glare, she pressed on, “Was he a good kisser?”

As SZA appeared to take a nibble at the drumstick, she popped her head up before she could get a real mouthful to utter, “We were children.” Rae shot back, “That was the sound of lies,” to which SZA reaffirmed, “2009 we were children, real s###.” Even still, her counterparts weren’t having it at all. “I mean it’s a simple good or not good,” Palmer said. Rae added, “Yeah it’s really easy and the fact that you don’t want to say one is very telling.”

Before long, SZA went on the defensive and criticized Palmer and Rae for tag teaming her with their questions. “Y’all trying to double-team me into guilt cuz you know if I’m affected by it,” SZA said. “F### y’all. Why we didn’t know you was married Issa?”

While it may seem like things got a little tense between the trio during the segment, their latest box office earning suggest there’s an abundance of rapport—and wealth,—amongst them. According to a report from Entertainment Tonight, the Sony Pictures film, which was produced by Rae and written by Syreeta Singleton, who was also behind HBO Max’s Rap Sh!t, generated $11.6 million amid its opening weekend and could reach $14 million through the four-day weekend courtesy of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

From Rap To Reflection: Big Sean’s Book “Go Higher” Goes Big On Purpose

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Big Sean is leveling up once again—this time, as an author.

The multi-platinum rapper, entrepreneur, and philanthropist has just dropped *Go Higher: Five Practices for Purpose, Success, and Inner Peace*, a powerful guide to personal growth and fulfillment.

Available in print, ebook, and audiobook formats—narrated by Sean himself via Simon & Schuster Audio—the book outlines five transformative practices: accepting, strategizing, trying, trusting, and manifesting.

Drawing from his own journey, Sean offers readers tools for self-discovery, including journaling prompts, affirmations, meditation techniques, and self-reflection exercises.

To mark the book’s release, Sean announced via Instagram that all proceeds from sales through the end of February will go to victims of the recent Los Angeles wildfires.

This act of generosity aligns with his longstanding dedication to community support. Acclaimed wellness expert Deepak Chopra offered high praise for the book.

“In *Go Higher*, Big Sean explores the essential elements of personal growth and fulfillment. Through the practices of accepting, strategizing, trying, trusting, and manifestation, he offers a thoughtful guide to achieving inner peace and purposeful success. Each chapter provides valuable insights and practical steps for those looking to deepen their self-awareness and elevate their lives,” Chopra said.

The Detroit native has long emphasized mindfulness and intention in his life and career, and this latest endeavor cements his commitment to inspiring others.

Grab the audiobook for a soulful and motivating narration that feels like a one-on-one conversation with the hip-hop star.

Proceeds will support a meaningful cause, ensuring your purchase helps uplift those in need.

A$AP Rocky Shoots Down Plea Deal In Gun Assault Case

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: News

A$AP Rocky won’t be accepting a plea deal offer in his ongoing gun assault trial.

On Tuesday(January 21), the DON’T BE DUMB lyricist appeared in a Los Angeles court for the the first day of his gun assault trial in connection to the alleged November 2021 Hollywood shooting incident involving Rocky and A$AP Relli.

According to a tweet from Rolling Stone reporter Nancy Dillon, prosecutors offered Rocky three years of probation along with a seven-year suspended prison sentence. Rocky would’ve only served 180 days in county jail if he pleaded guilty to one count of assault with a semiautomatic firearm.

“I respectfully decline, thank you,” Rocky reportedly said.

A$AP Rocky’s lawyer Joe Tacopina put elements of his client’s defense on the record revealing their strategy to some degree for the first time. In addition to confirming he’ll call two witnesses, Tacopina also uncovered the angle their defense is leaning on when it comes to the footage of Rocky with a firearm. Tacopina asserts the two witnesses will detail their knowledge that the weapon Rocky was seen with in the video was a prop “starter gun” that he carries for protection.

It’s unclear if Rocky will be among the two witnesses Tacopina will call to the stand. But following a hearing in the case earlier this month, Tacopina told Rolling Stone his client was “eager” to have the chance to speak about the case.

“Well Nancy, I know you know that I have not and would never make a decision like that before trial, right, because it’s malpractice,” Tacopina said. “That being said, he’s [A$AP Rocky] eager to tell his story and would love the opportunity to do so.”

Tacopina continued, praising Rocky’s humanity and character in the process. “He’s very articulate and intelligent, he’s a good human being and that will come out if he testifies,” he said. “But that’s decision isn’t going to be made yet. And it depends on how the case goes.”

The hearing is still currently in the jury selection process. Video has circulated of Rocky leaving the courtroom for a lunch break on January 21 wearing a long black patent trench coat. Though his face is covered with a surgical mask, he did not utter a word during his exit from the building. See the clip in the post below.

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Fat Joe Uses Australian Music Festival To Troll MLK Day Chicago Show Boo’ing Rumors

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

Fat Joe may to be tiptoeing around the narrative circulating on social media that he was mercilessly heckled during one of his own concerts recently.

On January 21, footage of The World Changed On Me rapper being boo’d while on stage at a show believed to be in Chicago on Martin Luther King Jr. Day began making his rounds.

In the viral clip Fat Joe is unsuccessfully attempting to perform his “Another Round” collaboration featuring Chris Brown— however the boo’s from the fans are literally drowning him out. While it’s unconfirmed whether the footage is actually from a concert this year, it’s worth noting that Fat Joe doesn’t appear to be rocking his signature faded beard, along with the fact that he and CB’s collaboration was originally released in 2011.

Also, any reason why he would be performing a collab from well over a decade ago when he just recently dropped a new album is puzzling, to say the least. It would make sense if the gig were in Brown’s native Virginia, but again, that’s not the case here.

Nevertheless, seems like that Fat Joe has caught on to the narrative and has promptly responded in a series of shady remarks on his Instagram account. In a Story post Fat Joe shared on January 21, he posted a clip of himself at the recent Juicy music festival in Australia along with a caption which read, “Meanwhile out in Australia,” stamped with a smiley face emoji.

The festival also featured appearances from artists such as Jeremih, Ray J, Bobby Valentino and more. In a follow-up post he shared on his page, Fat Joe posted another pair of clips from the festival along with another caption suggesting his appeal has not waned. “Australia tour was incredible “I’m worldwide everywhere I go now,” he wrote.

Additionally, a quick glance at Fat Joe’s personal page on bandsintown.com, which is linked in his Instagram profile, confirms his last live show date was sometime in October 2024. Could it be that Fat Joe’s recent unsavory remarks about Foundational Black American’s (FBA’s) being a bunch of “broke n*ggas” could be at the source of what is either a major hoax or a heckling incident akin to Hulk Hogan’s at WWE in LA earlier this month? I guess we’ll have to wait and see.

Check out the post below for additional footage from the festival, during which Ray J is getting caked in the face in celebration of his recent birthday.

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Joe Budden “Hurt” Over Drake’s UMG Lawsuit— Claims Rapper Ruined Hip-Hop For Him

By: London JennnCategory: News

Joe Budden has harshly criticized Drake’s recent lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG), calling it a disgrace to Hip-Hop culture and predicting it could spell the end of the Canadian artist’s career.   

On his podcast, Budden expressed deep disappointment in the state of Hip-Hop, particularly in light of Drake’s legal action.    

“There’s no unity in Hip-Hop, none of y’all know what culture means,” Budden lamented. “This s### is a f###### mess. It’s disgusting. And if you love this s###, it hurts!”  

Describing himself as a “diss track king,” Budden took issue with Drake’s approach to the beef with Kendrick Lamar. He criticized Drake for what he sees as hypocritical behavior, stating, “I just don’t like the Karen play-both-sides, the aggressor and the victim.”   

The rapper-turned-podcaster suggested that Drake’s lawsuit, which alleges UMG promoted Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us” containing false accusations, goes against the spirit of Hop-Hop.   

“Y’all can have it. It ain’t my Hip-Hop,” Budden declared. “Maybe I aged out of this s### faster than I thought I would.” 

When co-host Ish argued that Drake has a right to complain about his label promoting a song that brands him a pedophile, Budden offered a stark warning.  

“He’s well within his right to do so, yes,” he stated. “But no other artist would think about doing it because it’s the end of your career. The same way this is going to be the end of his career.” 

Elsewhere during the podcast, Joe Budden criticized Drake for “code-switching” between a tough guy persona and a victim mentality.  

“I’m not naming no names,” Budden said, referencing Drake associating with another Toronto rapper who has publicly threatened Lamar’s life. “But you know who you running around with and you know what you’re doing and you know what you threatening. So if you that, then be that. But don’t be that and also Karen out.” 

Check out Joe Budden’s thoughts on Drake suing UMG in the episode below.

Black Eyed Peas Promise Updates After Abrupt Las Vegas Residency Cancelation

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Black Eyed Peas have pulled the plug on their highly anticipated Las Vegas residency at Planet Hollywood’s PH Live, citing “current circumstances” as the reason for the cancelation.

The trio, known for hits like “Let’s Get It Started” and “Boom Boom Pow,” were set to kick off a 15-show stint starting February 15, but fans will now have to wait for future opportunities to see the group perform live.

Sharing the announcement via Instagram Stories, the group—comprised of will.i.am, Apl.de.ap and Taboo—addressed their fanbase, affectionately called “Peabodies,” with a heartfelt message.

“It is with a heavy heart that, in light of current circumstances, our Las Vegas shows will not be moving forward as planned,” the statement read.

The band confirmed that ticket refunds would be processed automatically, adding, “Stay tuned for updates on future performances by following us—we can’t wait to see you again.”

The residency, which had been announced in September, was promoted as a multidimensional extravaganza promising a sensory overload.

will.i.am described the planned shows as a groundbreaking mix of music and technology, saying, “We draw inspiration from Disney rides, Las Vegas shows, concerts, AI and technology. We will reinvent how we perform, creating an interactive show, a journey to 3008 that is both a concert and play.”

The abrupt cancellation has left many fans wondering if the decision is tied to the devastating wildfires that have been raging in Southern California since early January.

The fires have destroyed more than 17,000 buildings and continue to threaten neighborhoods, leaving Los Angeles bracing for further damage as high winds persist.

While the Black Eyed Peas haven’t officially connected the cancelation to the fires, the timing has raised speculation online.

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Kanye West Reveals Daughter North’s Role In Creative Revival For “BULLY” Album 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Kanye West is praising his eldest daughter, North West, for reviving his love of making music. 

On Monday (January 20), the proud father took to Instagram with a sweet tribute to his 11-year-old daughter, crediting her with inspiring him to get back in his beat-making bag for production on his upcoming BULLY album. 

Ye shared a black-and-white image of North West in the studio, revealing she’s working on new music. 

“This little girl made me love music again,” he wrote in the caption. “She asked me to make beats for her I got back on the ASR Chopped up beats for her album and chopped every beats with my bare hand for BULLY.” 

Kanye West also posted a video of North preparing to record, captioned “Training.” 

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Last year, North shared her plans to follow her father’s footsteps and launch her music career, announcing her debut album earlier this year, following her appearance on VULTURES 1 cut, “Talking.”  

North revealed she was working on Elementary School Dropout, an homage to Kanye West’s classic 2004 album The College Dropout.   

According to Ye confidant Justin Laboy, the little girl’s been working on her craft, creating ten freestyles daily.  

“Everybody’s excited,” Justin Laboy shared. “Ye’s putting everything, all chips in on her – production, the best engineers. I think she’s got it. Plus, she just naturally loves it.”  

Meanwhile, Kanye West also paid tribute to his “HERO” Master P, before shopping names for his fandom.  

He called on “everybody that fights for me and for us,” asking, “Should we be called YEEZY MOB YEEZY ARMY TEAM YEEZY.” 

He added, “I’m open to other ideas too, and received plenty of suggestions. Among the most popular were “The West Wing,” “The Yeighborhood” “Yeezalites” and “The Yemmunity.” 

Lil Duval Trolls Caitlyn Jenner As Donald Trump Declares “Only Two Genders” 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Lil Duval is among those ridiculing Caitlyn Jenner for supporting Donald Trump after he signed a slew of executive orders impacting the LGBTQ+ community to begin his second presidential term. 

Jenner has been a longtime Republican supporter and Trump backer and attended fundraising events for Trump’s 2024 election campaign and his election night party. 

However, her continued support for Trump has proved controversial, given Trump’s stance on transgender issues and LGBTQ+ rights. In 2015 Jenner announced that she was a trans woman. 

Jenner took to social media following Trump’s inauguration Monday (January 20) to celebrate his presidency.   

“Congratulations Mr. President,” she tweeted. “Thanks be to God!”   

Her post quickly went viral, amassing over 37 million views within 24 hours, with many ridiculing Caitlyn Jenner for supporting Trump. 

Referencing Trump’s executive orders, comedian Lil Duval remarked, “Bruh you gotta change your name back. Presidents orders.”  

“Mr. president told us to call you Bruce, btw,” one person said while another claimed, “I’ll give thanks when your drivers license is revoked.” 

A third added, “LOL, he literally spent a good part of his speech saying you’re delusional and don’t exist. The Stockholm Syndrome is in the house.” 

Donald Trump’s Executive Orders

During his inauguration speech, Donald Trump announced, “it will henceforth be the official policy of the United States government that there are only two genders: male and female.” 

He added, “I will also end the government policy of trying to socially engineer race and gender into every aspect of public and private life. We will forge a society that is colorblind and merit based.” 

Trump then followed through with his promise to sign an executive order mandating the United States only recognize two genders. 

The order requires federal employers to use the term “sex” instead of “gender” and will end recognition of non-binary gender markers like “X” on U.S. passports. 

Trump also directed the incoming attorney general and heads of all departments to review and dismantle DEI programs. 

Joey Bada$$ Gets JAY-Z Treatment On “Sorry Not Sorry”

By: Houston WilliamsCategory: Music

Joey Bada$$ is shading J. Cole, but that’s not the story. On his new track “Sorry Not Sorry”, Joey doesn’t hold back, dropping bars that has people sayung, “New York City is back!” Yes, the headlines are focused on beef. But, those that are truly tapped into the energy are feeling the feeling and nodding in agreement. The Pro Era champ has one here! This is for Hip-Hop!

This song follows Joey’s 2024 single “Tell Me” with Chlöe, showing he’s still balancing these hard-hitting bars with some melody. His last album was way back in 2022, but it featured an all-star lineup that included Westside Gunn, Larry June, Chris Brown, and JID. Of course we want to see if J. Cole wants smoke, but we mostly want more from Joey Bada$$. Please keep these vibes going.

You know a song is hard when the internet remixes it immediately.

Lizzo Urges Fans To Turn Fear Into Action After Donald Trump’s Inauguration 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Lizzo took to social media to share a heartfelt message with her followers following Donald Trump’s inauguration Monday (January 20).  

The “Truth Hurts” hitmaker shared a video with her followers acknowledging the fear, disappointment, and anxiety many felt after Trump was elected into his second term.  

“Now is the time to build community,” Lizzo urged. “Now is the time to convert your fear or your anger or your disappointment or your anxiety into constructive activism, community building and movement.” 

She added, “Please do not allow the weight of the world to change your world. Remember the value of having a pure heart.” 

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Donald Trump signed over 100 executive orders on day one of his second presidency set to significantly alter the political landscape. These orders cover multiple policy areas, including justice, immigration, climate, healthcare, gender, and even the ban on TikTok. 

He followed through with his campaign promise to dismantle DEI programs with an order targeting environmental justice programs, equity-related grants, equity action plans, and equity initiatives.   

Lizzo Calls On Followers To “Take Action” During Donald Trump’s Presidency

Lizzo urged her fans to embrace radical acts of positivity, whether through small daily actions or simply allowing themselves time to heal. 

“There are ways to take action every single day to make this world a better place,” she added. “And sometimes just having a good day can be a radical act. And remember, give yourself grace and be kind to yourself today. Take some time, take some space, do whatever you need, because you deserve it.” 

Lizzo has been a vocal critic of Donald Trump and supported former Vice President Kamala Harris during her campaign run. 

“I’m proud to say that I voted, I voted early and I voted for Kamala Harris. They say voting is not a love letter; it is a chess move,” Lizzo said. “There’s a lot of people who feel like their vote doesn’t matter, but I say to that, if your vote didn’t matter, voter suppression would not exist.” 

Bernice King Issues PSA To Politicians Following Trump’s MLK Invocation 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Bernice King issued a request for politicians quoting her father after Donald Trump referenced Martin Luther King Jr. during his inauguration which coincided with MLK Day (January 20). 

“To every politician,” she wrote on X (Twitter). “The next time you quote my father, let it be in support of voting rights, civil rights, or human rights. Or in support of eradicating racism, poverty, and war. Or in support of reparations, a livable wage, or ending police brutality.” 

Addressing the “Black and Hispanic communities” during his inauguration speech, Trump said his presidency would honor King’s legacy. 

“In his honor, we will strive together to make his dream a reality,” he said. “We will make his dream come true.” 

Bernice King Draws Stark Contrast Between Martin Luther King Jr. & Donald Trump

Meanwhile, Bernice King gave a poignant speech during the annual commemorative service for her father at Ebenezer Baptist Church, where he was once a pastor. 

She highlighted that in the 40 years since the establishment of the national holiday, this marks only the third instance where MLK Day has coincided with a presidential inauguration. 

“However, this time it has become a major factor for so many people,” she explained. “Because of the notable contrast in the two men who are sharing the same space in today’s news cycle and on today’s Gregorian calendar.” 

She continued, emphasizing that while some see Trump’s second presidency as a celebration of progress and patriotism, others view it as a regression that undermines Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. 

“For some, today’s King holiday represents a day to Champion freedom, justice and democracy,” King noted. “For others it’s a day to decry DEI, disavow a legacy of peace, love and justice and distort the meaning of King’s words.” 

On his first day in office, Trump signed an executive order aimed at eliminating DEI programs across federal agencies. The order targets environmental justice programs, equity-related grants, equity action plans, and equity initiatives. 

It directs the incoming attorney general and heads of all departments to review and dismantle DEI programs. 

The order was announced on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with officials calling it “very fitting.” 

NBA YoungBoy’s Mom Gives Status Update & Clarifies Her Comments About Needing Work

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

NBA YoungBoy’s mother, Sherhonda Gaulden, has given her son’s fans a life update of her own, along with brief, and somewhat concerning, development on YB’s status amid his latest prison sentence.

During a recent interview in Houston, Gaulden opened up about her communication with her son while he’s behind bars and clarified her past remarks about missing work. The outspoken matriarch didn’t hold back as she explained why she’s longing for the simpler days of clocking in at a job she loved, despite not needing to.

“I miss working,” Gaulden said. “I miss getting up and doing a nine to five.” She then explained that her previous comments about being frustrated that she can’t work, which some interpreted as criticism of her son’s financial support, were misunderstood.

“My son is rich, so therefore he takes care of me,” she said. “That’s what I was saying.”

Gaulden’s latest remarks follow her rant last December during which she told viewers during a live stream that she just wants to have a job again.

“I want a job,” she said passionately. “I swear to God, I wish I could work. I miss work so bad. On my mom, I wish I could work. That sh#t making me mad. I want to work so bad.”

Gaulden continued, revealing the harsh reality of her situation. “Why I can’t work?” she asked rhetorically. “You want me to get shot in my face at a job? The f#ck is wrong with you?”

She continued, elaborating on the risks and dangers she faces due to her connection to her son. “Everywhere I go, people know me,” she said. “Like people know me everywhere I go.”

Elsewhere in the interview, Gaulden provided an update on NBA YoungBoy, who she admits she hasn’t spoken with in an undisclosed amount of time. “They just moved him from where he was to another prison, so we haven’t talked, but he will be out,” she assured.

NBA YoungBoy is currently serving a 27-month prison sentence in connection to his fraud case and guilty pleas to firearms charges linked to separate incidents in Louisiana and Utah. The 24-year-old, born Kentrell DeSean Gaulden, entered a plea agreement in U.S. District Court for the District of Utah, admitting to two counts of felon in possession of a firearm.

Under the terms of the agreement, NBA YoungBoy was credited for time served since May 2024 and the deal also includes a five-year probation period upon his release.

Snoop Dogg MLK Tribute Post Sparks Fury Following Trump Inauguration Performance 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Snoop Dogg has fueled the growing backlash against him with a Martin Luther King Jr. tribute post following his performance at a Donald Trump inauguration event. 

Monday (January 20) marked both Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States, his second term in office. 

The Death Row Records boss shared a carousel on Instagram featuring multiple clips of MLK speeches and quotes. He captioned his post with emojis of praying hands and the U.S. flag.  

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Snoop Dogg Fans React To MLK Tribute

However, his post seemed to fall on deaf ears, further fueling criticism of his Crypto Ball performance. Many questioned how MLK would have viewed Snoop Dogg’s apparent endorsement of Donald Trump. 

“Posting MLK after supporting Trump is wild,” one person replied.  

Another stated, “Dave Chappelle walked away from 50 million dollars to keep his integrity in tact. And he would’ve done it even if it was POTUS, so the ancestors could be proud he didn’t embarrass their journey. Now, he’s three times richer, but more than that. He’s more respected because he didn’t. That’s how it’s done.” 

A third pointed to Trump adviser Elon Musk’s back-to-back fascist-style salutes during the inauguration celebrations.  

 “Dude, Elon just threw a Nazi salute at the inauguration,” they wrote. “That’s the team you’re on now.” 

Others still pointed to Snoop Dogg’s previous about Donald Trump. In 2016 Snoop Dogg condemned Black artists who performed at Trump’s inauguration, branding them “jigaboos” and “Uncle Toms.”

However, by 2024, Snoop expressed “nothing but love and respect” for Trump, praising him for pardoning Michael “Harry-O” Harris, co-founder of Death Row Records.

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Snoop Dogg joined Rick Ross and Soulja Boy at the Crypto Ball in honor of Donald Trump on Friday (January 17), sparking outrage within the rap community. 

Snoop seemingly responded on Sunday (January 19). He took to Instagram to share a track titled “Unfollowed U,” seemingly created by AI from a group called “The Middle Fingers,” subtly expressing his stance on the ongoing controversy.   

Nelly Doubles Down On Defending Donald Trump Performance Amid Scathing Criticism 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Nelly is once again standing by his decision to perform at Donald Trump’s inauguration festivities, claiming to be ahead of the curve despite facing intense backlash. 

The “Hot In Here” hitmaker addressed the criticism on Monday evening (January 20), just hours before taking the stage at the Liberty Ball. 

“I’ve been catching haters my whole career,” he began. “I always try to think forward and I also try to trust in myself in the sense of when I truly believe that I’m doing what’s right and I truly believe I have a plan to help get things done.” 

Nelly continued to defend his performance, referencing his 2004 collaboration with Tim McGraw, which he described as a groundbreaking move that paved the way for future musical crossovers. 

“I’ve been getting backlash since ‘04 when I decided I wanted to do a song with Tim McGraw,” he explained. “When I decided in 2004 when it was kinda unheard of. Now you look at some of the artists that’s come along. There’s Shaboozey. If you look at what ‘The Queen’ Beyoncé was able to do with Cowboy Carter. I did it in ‘04 when people had a lot of words to say about it. You would say that I was catching backlash then, but it was forward thinking. Because I always try to stay positive and think that what I’m doing is in the best interest of uniting.” 

Nelly was not alone in facing criticism for performing for Donald Trump. Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross and Soulja Boy were also condemned by the rap community.  

While Nelly did grace the Liberty Ball stage, social media users complained the livestream ended before his performance began.  

Inauguration Livestream Cuts Before Nelly’s Performance

Nevertheless, clips of his performance shared by attendees have continued to fuel the online backlash. Check out his performance and the ongoing controversy below. 

J. Cole Trends Over Alleged Drake Concert Merch Ban & Joey Bada$$ “Might Delete Later” Diss

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: News

Producer Conductor Williams isn’t the only common thread between Drake and Joey Bada$$.

On Monday (January 20), J. Cole became a trending Twitter topic as users reacted to a pair of blows the “No Role Modelz” lyricist was hit with by two of his contemporaries.

Joey Bada$$ takes shots at J. Cole in a punchline on his new song “Sorry Not Sorry,” which was produced by Conductor Williams, who also produced Drake’s recent “Fighting Irish Freestyle” that fans suspected was a diss track aimed at LeBron James.

Referencing J. Cole’s beef with Kendrick Lamar initiated by Future and Metro Boomin’s “Like That,” Joey Bada$$ attempted to throw shade on the North Carolina native over his decision to delete his “7-Minute Drills” diss track aimed at the West Coast Pulitzer Prize winner.

More specifically, Joey Bada$$ raps, “Might delete later, I know damn sure that Joey won’t/F*ck it, I want all the smoke.”

Joey Bada$$’s poignant words follow his recent “The Ruler’s Back” single, which fans believe target Kendrick Lamar.

“Slight jab at J Cole but other than that, Joey is rapping,” a Twitter user wrote in a tweet reacting to the diss. “I liked it.”

Another user countered, writing, “It’s not a shot, it’s a reference—every reference isn’t a shot…more of a subtle jab but still fire.”

As if the buzz from the subtle sneak diss from Joey Bada$$ wasn’t enough, J. Cole’s name got wrapped up in news surrounding Drake‘s upcoming Anita Max Win Tour. A screenshot of a directive shared by an Australian arena barring concert goers from wearing merchandise from other artists such as Kendrick Lamar’s pgLAng and J. Cole’s Dreamville has begun circulating on social media. The rules apparently even go as far as prohibiting fans from mentioning artist names or their lyrics at Drake’s concerts.

“Please tell me this is a well planned troll?” one Twitter user wrote in disbelief. “This cant be real…nah. Not even gonna process this as legit. Nope.” Another user added, “And he wanna talk about Lacy is a fragile opp? The nerve of this b*tch ass lol.”

See the fine print of the warning issued by the arena ahead of Drake’s tour in the screenshot below.

Bossman Dlow Denies His Vices Sabotaged GloRilla Gig In Detroit—Blames Angry Promoter

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

A Detroit promoter has publicly called out Bossman Dlow in an Instagram video, accusing the “Mo Chicken” rapper of failing to show up for his scheduled set.

In the brief video, which began circulating on January 20, the promoter claimed Dlow skipped out on his show due to his alleged drug addiction. In addition to airing him out over his conduct leading up to his no-show, the promoter is also demanding a refund for the booking fee. The man angrily began his heated rant by expressing his frustration while levying allegations against Dlow. “One thing I hate is a man who can’t own up to a sh*t,” the promoter said in part. “Bro, you a dope fiend, bro.”

As the promoter continued, he detailed some of Dlow’s purported erratic behavior. Dlow allegedly drove from Florida to Detroit yet failed to fulfill his obligations due to be holed up in his hotel room. “First of all, you drove from Florida, my n*gga, to Detroit,” he said. “You been in Detroit, n*gga. You in your room, dope fiendin’ it out, n*gga.

He added, “We keep calling you, n*gga, You keep talking about you’re going to be there in 30 minutes, n*gga. Two 30 minutes went past, n*gga, a whole hour. N*gga, you missed your whole set.”

He further explained the fallout from the rapper’s tardiness, claiming the audience was left waiting for an hour while the DJ tried to fill the void. Adding to his outrage, the promoter described how Dlow eventually showed up during GloRilla’s set, an act he called out as unprofessional and a violation of the agreed upon terms. “Then you pop up, n*gga, with GloRilla on, n*gga, you can’t go after GloRilla, n*gga,” he said. “That’s in the contract. You missed your set, n*gga. You ain’t on business, n*gga, because you a dope fiend, n*gga. N*gga, we got to be out of Little Caesars Arena at 11 o’clock.”

Dlow fired back at the promoter. Though he didn’t respond to his allegations regarding his alleged addiction, he did appear to put the blame entirely on the organizers of the show rather than his own actions.

“I’m literally in Detroit rn, been here, y’all blame the promoter for why I ain’t come not me,” Bossman Dlow wrote in the Story post.

This isn’t the first time BossMan Dlow has been wrapped up in a scandal. Last year VladTV accused BossMan Dlow and his manager of shady negotiation practices. The platform alleged they refused to return a deposit for an appearance after they failed to follow through with the gig.

Hear the promoter’s frustrated rant in full in the post above.

Young Thug’s Sister Denies He’s Neglecting Teen Son To Prioritize Mariah The Scientist

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

Young Thug’s family members are going back and forth with each other indirectly on social media, with the Atlanta rapper’s girlfriend Mariah The Scientist at the root of the friction.

The conflict was initiated by an Instagram Story post shared by @bloodyhound_babyjeff, who’s been identified as the 14-year-old son of Young Thug and his deceased mother of, Lakevia Jackson. The teen’s mother was fatally shot outside of an Atlanta bowling alley in 2022 following a verbal dispute. In the viral post, Thug’s son alleged that the “Halftime” rapper was picking his R&B girlfriend over him in an emotional rant denouncing his family.

”S### hit different when your own family ain’t with ya,” Young Thug’s son wrote in part in the story added to a highlight entitled “F## my family. I ain’t need no niga fa nun I’m on my own.”

Young Thug’s son also revealed how lonely he feels following the death of his mother while also directly accusing his father of turning his back on him.

”Madukes gone be feeling like nobody here with me,” he wrote. “Can’t believe n##### pick they hos over their kids. Shyt crazy. I’m tired of this shyt gang luv y’all.”

Young Thug‘s sister Dora Williams caught wind of his son’s post and responded in a lengthy comment addressing the saga leading to the rift within their family unit. According to Williams, Thug’s son’s “entitlement”—not a woman—are what led him to the position he’s currently in.

“Try dealing with kids who chooses street life that wasn’t raised in the streets,” Williams wrote in part. “Who can get whatever they want whenever they want but chooses not to go to school and drop out. A woman has nothing to do with my nieces and nephew’s real talk. Entitlement does with no sense of direction no ambitions no future plans no respect.”

Williams added that Young Thug’s son has been provided with ample opportunity to turn things around but consistently chooses negativity rather than constructive growth. In doing so, she appeared to suggest music is a part of the problem.

“All they wanna do is make drill music and do drugs,” she wrote. “Kids been giving multiple opportunities to go to school with the rich and yet they turn it down to stay on the streets and call requesting cash apps and Zelles—for what? Won’t get my money either.”

Williams went on to explain that even Young Thug’s son’s mother was working tirelessly to get the young boy to walk the straight and narrow but failed to do so before her untimely death. She also claimed that the “doors will never close.” She said Young Thug and the rest of the family are waiting on him to “change” and will accept him back home when he’s ready.

See Thug’s sisters lengthy response in full in the screenshot below.

Donald Trump’s Inauguration Speech: POTUS Promises To Recognize Only Two Genders

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: News

Donald Trump‘s inauguration day speech both doubled down on promises he made during his campaign trail as well as pulled the curtain back on the ambitious plans his administration has to change America through its policies.

On Monday (January 20), Trump spoke for 30 minutes after being sworn in as the 47th president of the United States. During the lengthy speech, Trump’s rhetoric teetered between measured and outright celebratory. On one hand he appeared to crown himself as a leader sent from God by claiming divine intervention kept him from being fatally wounded by the assassination attempt on his life last year in Pennsylvania.

On the other, he tooted himself as the change America needs, promising to make cities safe again and tax foreign entities through tariffs for the benefit of the states. Trump even Drew reactions from Hillary Clinton and Elon Musk as he promised to rename the Gulf of Mexico after America as well as plant the “stars and stripes” on the planet Mars, perspectively. While Clinton laughed at his plans for the gulf, Musk cheered at the mention of Mars—marking the stark divide between Trump’s supporters and his opposition

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Elsewhere, though, his speech meandered into more serious topics such as race and gender. Along with confirming his previous promise to sign an executive order mandating the United States only recognize two genders, Trump also declared his administration will put an end into the diversity and ethics ideology he claims attempts to “socially engineer race and gender” into every aspect of public and private life. Additionally, after being credited by the company for shielding them from the government ban, Trump claimed he had set up a deal with TikTok for new ownership.

While speaking on the immense evaluation of TikTok, which is estimated to be around $100 billion, possibly $200 billion, with its algorithm, Trump explained that he negotiated a deal where the U.S. will own a significant portion of the app in order for it to continue its operations here in the states.

“So I said I’ll approve but let the United States of America own 50 percent of TikTok,” Trump said. “ I’m approving on behalf of the United States. So the United States will do what we’re calling a joint venture and there’s no risk we’re not putting up any money. All we’re doing is giving them the approval.”

Watch clips from President Trump’s inauguration ceremony in the post above.