Fetty Wap’s using his platform to show kids with disabilities that confidence changes everything.
In a new interview with PIX11, the Jersey rapper opened up about turning childhood bullying into a message of strength and acceptance.
Growing up with one eye, Fetty Wap faced relentless teasing from kids who didn’t understand.
But instead of letting that break him, he flipped the script. He’s now focused on reaching young people dealing with similar struggles, letting them know their differences aren’t weaknesses.
“I grew up with a disability my whole life,” Fetty Wap explained in the interview. “It’s a lot different. We didn’t have social media, it’s a lot worse, you can’t escape it [bullying].”
His words carry weight because he’s lived it. He’s been there in those moments when the world makes you feel less than.
The rapper’s advocacy work has already touched lives. Years back, a young boy with a prosthetic eye reached out after seeing his story.
That kid went from hiding his eye to wearing it with pride. That’s the ripple effect of one person refusing to be ashamed.
Since his release from prison, Wap’s been channeling his energy into building something bigger than music.
He’s showing up for kids who need to hear from someone who gets it, someone who’s been in those dark moments and came out the other side.
“Find your confidence. Without the disability, there wouldn’t be any Fetty Wap,” he said. “It made me comfortable to say, either you’re going to like me or you’re not.”
That’s the message he’s pushing now, and it’s hitting different because it’s authentic. He’s not preaching from some distant place. He’s speaking from experience, from pain, from victory.
RZA is launching a film distribution label, 36 Cinema Distribution, and releasing his revenge thriller One Spoon of Chocolate theatrically on May 1, 2026.
The Wu-Tang Clan founder directed, wrote and produced the film, which draws from martial arts and exploitation cinema traditions.
RZA explained his vision for the project, stating, “My new film is my fourth feature film as a director. It embodies my journey as a filmmaker, to date, mixing action, drama, thrills, and substance.”
Quentin Tarantino came aboard to present the project, marking another collaboration between the two artists who previously worked together on the Kill Bill soundtracks.
The film stars Shameik Moore, Blair Underwood, RJ Cyler, Paris Jackson, Emyri Crutchfield, Michael Harney and Harry Goodwins.
It follows Unique, an ex-military convict seeking redemption in a small town, who uncovers a conspiracy involving local gang members and corrupt law enforcement connected to missing young men.
The story explores themes of survival, justice and personal transformation through action-driven sequences.
Tarantino released a statement saying, “As a filmmaker, RZA really brought home the bacon on an old-school, foot-to-ass, Revenge-a-matic. This picture drives audiences wild wherever it screens. We’ll sell you a whole seat, but you’ll only use the edge of it.”
36 Cinema Distribution, which RZA launched in 2020 as a virtual screening platform for classic kung fu films with live audio commentary, will now handle feature distribution for both new releases and classic titles through traditional theatrical runs and event screenings.
The label plans to acquire additional titles for future releases.
RZA composed the scores for Tarantino’s Kill Bill Vol. 1 and Kill Bill Vol. 2 and Jim Jarmusch’s 1999 film Ghost Dog: The Way Of The Samurai.
He scored One Spoon of Chocolate with Tyler Bates and made his directorial debut in 2012 with martial arts film The Man with the Iron Fists, which Tarantino produced.
Actress Rosanna Arquette, who appeared in Pulp Fiction, criticized his frequent use of the N-word in his work.
Arquette said she is “over the use of the N-word” and stated, “I cannot stand that he has been given a hall pass. It’s not art, it’s just racist and creepy.” The word appears roughly 20 times in Pulp Fiction, over 30 times in Jackie Brown and more than 100 times in Django Unchained.
Tarantino fired back at Arquette in a statement, writing, “I hope the publicity you’re getting from 132 different media outlets writing your name and printing your picture was worth disrespecting me and a film I remember quite clearly you were thrilled to be a part of. But after I gave you a job, and you took the money, to trash it for what I suspect is very cynical reasons, shows a decided lack of class, no less honor.”
Ye turned the Texas sky into his personal billboard last night and scared the hell out of some farmers in the process.
The Chicago rapper sent hundreds of drones over Grand Saline, Texas, to spell out “BULLY” in massive letters above the small town. Local farmers thought they were under attack or something.
One dude grabbed his shotgun and started yelling, “Who the hell is Bully?!” Another witness kept his distance, saying, “I don’t want to get too close.”
The drones didn’t stop at just spelling out the album name. They formed a luchador mask and other weird shapes, leaving the whole town confused. Classic Ye move.
This is all part of his rollout for BULLY, according to Billboard. The album drops March 27 through Gamma Records.
But here’s the bigger news. Ye just announced two U.S. stadium shows since 2021. SoFi Stadium on April 1 and April 3, 2026.
A formation of drones was allegedly seen over a farm in Grand Saline, TX spelling out “BULLY,” the title of Ye’s upcoming album 👀 pic.twitter.com/tmMZwdXhYv
Pre-sale tickets already went live on March 10. General sale started on March 11. This is his first major American tour date since everything went sideways with the antisemitic comments.
The comeback has been slow but steady. He met with a Rabbi last year and took out a full-page apology in the Wall Street Journal in January.
“I regret and am deeply mortified by my actions in that state, and am committed to accountability, treatment and meaningful change,” he wrote.
He also said, “I am not a Nazi or an antisemite. I love Jewish people.” The ADL called the apology overdue but didn’t completely dismiss it.
Ye lost partnerships with Adidas, Gap, UMG, CAA, and Balenciaga after his comments. The financial hit was massive. But he’s been testing the waters internationally first.
He sold out shows in Mexico City in January and has July dates in Italy scheduled.
The drone stunt shows he’s not playing it safe with this comeback. Small Texas towns probably weren’t expecting to become part of a Ye album rollout, but here we are.
Cassie Ventura marked her husband’s birthday with a tender moment that gave the world its first glimpse of their newborn son on Thursday.
The 39-year-old singer posted a black-and-white photo to her Instagram Story showing Alex Fine cradling their baby boy, with a red heart emoji covering the infant’s face.
She captioned the image with a simple yet heartfelt message to her personal trainer husband.
“I love you Best Friend,” she wrote alongside the photo. “Happy Birthday.”
The couple welcomed their third child together back in late May 2025, roughly ten months before this birthday tribute.
Fine turned 33 on March 12, and Cassie chose this occasion to finally let followers see their son for the first time. The baby’s name remains under wraps, a detail the couple has kept private since his arrival.
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Cassie and Fine have two other children together, daughters Frankie, who is five years old and Sunny, who is four.
The couple tied the knot in August 2019 after meeting when Fine was working as her personal trainer. They’ve been together since 2018 and went public with their relationship that December.
The timing of this photo release carries particular weight, given what Cassie endured almost a year before giving birth.
In May 2025, while eight months pregnant, she took the stand in the federal trial against her ex, Sean “Diddy” Combs.
During her testimony, she detailed years of control, violence, and manipulation within their relationship.
Diddy was later convicted on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution and received a 50-month prison sentence in October 2025 following his July verdict.
He was acquitted of the most serious charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.
Despite the trauma of testifying while carrying her son, Cassie has moved forward with her life alongside Fine.
The couple appears focused on their growing family and building their future together away from the spotlight. This first photo of their baby boy represents a moment of joy and normalcy for the singer, who has worked to rebuild her life after the highly publicized trial.
Lil Nas X walked into a Los Angeles courtroom Thursday seeking a path forward through a mental health treatment program instead of a trial.
The 26-year-old artist faced four felony charges stemming from an August 2025 incident in Studio City, where he was found walking butt ass naked in traffic during early morning hours.
His attorney, Christy O’Connor, requested a brief continuance to file paperwork to move the case into a diversion program.
If the judge approves the motion, Hill could potentially have his charges dismissed after completing the required treatment. The alternative is far grimmer.
Conviction on all counts could result in up to five years behind bars. He’s maintained his innocence throughout the process, entering a not guilty plea to all charges.
Outside the courthouse, the “Old Town Road” performer addressed supporters waiting for updates.
“All I wanted to say is to my fans, I really love and miss you,” he told reporters gathered outside. “I appreciate your support so much, and I can’t wait to be back hugging you guys.”
Before departing the courthouse area, Hill demonstrated his characteristic generosity.
He spotted a street musician playing guitar nearby and handed the performer a hundred-dollar bill after hearing them play a tune.
The next court date is scheduled for April 6, 2026, when the judge will likely rule on whether the diversion program motion moves forward.
Music producer Teddy Riley is expressing considerable regret over past tensions with members of the R&B group Blackstreet, offering a public apology while reflecting on the group’s origins, breakup and his role in their success during a recent interview with AllHipHop.
Riley, widely credited as the creator of New Jack Swing and founder of Blackstreet, acknowledged that past conflicts led him to make critical remarks about the group, but said personal growth led him to reconsider his approach.
“I want to also apologize to those guys as well, you know, of calling them names or things like that,” Riley told AllHipHop’s Chuck Jigsaw Creekmur. “I started those guys and I felt like they broke my heart.”
Blackstreet, formed by Riley in the early 1990s following the breakup of his influential group Guy, became one of the defining R&B acts of the decade. The group achieved multi-platinum success with hits including “Before I Let You Go,” “Don’t Leave Me,” and the Grammy Award-winning No. 1 single “No Diggity,” helping cement Riley’s impact on the sound of contemporary R&B.
Despite that success, the group experienced internal conflicts, lineup changes and disputes over leadership and business decisions that ultimately strained Riley’s relationships with some members.
In his recent comments, Riley framed the fallout as something deeply personal.
“When your heart broke and you don’t want to even deal or you’re just going to say negative things and that’s not me,” Riley said. “That’s really not me at all.”
The producer said that despite their strained relationships today, he wanted to publicly take accountability for his own words.
“And I want to make an apology to them even though we’re not on good terms or great terms or even terms period,” Riley said. “My thing is it’s never been me. Everybody knows my heart.”
The most significant tension between Teddy Riley and Blackstreet centers on co-founder Chauncey “Black” Hannibal, who was instrumental in helping Riley transition from Guy into a new era with Blackstreet in the early 1990s.
Hannibal, a songwriter and vocalist who co-wrote hits like “Before I Let You Go,” became both a creative partner and later a business rival as disputes over the group’s direction and ownership emerged. Over time, disagreements about leadership and the Blackstreet name contributed to a fracture between the two.
Riley suggested that some of his previous public comments came from feeling hurt rather than from his true character.
“I don’t like conflict. I don’t like that stuff,” he said. “But when you bring it to me, I got to give it back to you.”
At the same time, Riley did not downplay his role in the group’s creation and success, emphasizing his position as the architect behind the group’s sound and formation.
“My career is where it’s at because of me,” Riley said. “They didn’t make me. I made them.”
Still, he indicated he no longer wants to engage publicly in disputes about the group.
“My thing is I don’t like tearing anybody down,” Riley said. “But they’ve torn me down so much that you know I feel like I had to throw a couple of jabs or something like that.”
Riley added that he hopes to move forward by focusing on his legacy rather than past disagreements.
“I feel like in my next interviews, in my future interviews, I have nothing to say,” he said. “Because I’mma let it speak for itself.”
The comments come as Riley promotes his new memoir Remember the Times, which details his rise from Harlem’s music scene to becoming one of the most influential producers in R&B and Hip-Hop history. The book also explores his work with Guy, Blackstreet, Michael Jackson and other major artists, while examining the business challenges and personal relationships that shaped his career.
Ultimately, Riley said his decision to speak came from a place of reflection and gratitude.
“But right now, I just really feel like God is blessing me,” Riley said. “And I just really feel like this is something I wanted to say.”
Damon Dash just locked in a major power move with BET by securing a greenlight for his new talk show series, OG Stories, positioning himself as a creative force in television production.
The show, which Dash created and will host, features sit-down conversations with people from his inner circle and premieres on BET this spring.
According to Deadline, the network gave the project the full greenlight after recognizing Dash’s vision for authentic storytelling.
Dash expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “I want to thank BET, Louis Carr and Brian Rikuda for believing in the vision and giving this show a home. OG Stories is really MY ‘Paid in Full,’ a depiction of real life and real people I know. These are friends and peers who lived this, built something out of nothing, and earned the lessons that come with it. This series is about telling those stories the way they actually happened.”
The series represents a continuation of Dash’s evolution as a media entrepreneur.
Beyond his legendary status as co-founder of Roc-A-Fella Records with Jay-Z, Dash has built an extensive portfolio in film and television production.
He produced the cult classic Paid in Full and worked on projects like State Property and Highlander: Endgame. His production company, Dame Dash Studios, has developed original content across multiple platforms, including partnerships with Fox Soul and various streaming services.
The production team behind OG Stories includes executive producers from The Dash Group LLC and Jason Harvey, with Nicolette Durham serving as associate producer.
Josh Pyzynski handles director of photography duties, while music supervision comes from Dash and Durham.
The editing team comprises Josh Pyzynski, Pierre Adams, Michael Coleman, Julian Ramirez, and Molly Menchen, ensuring a polished final product.
This greenlight signals BET’s confidence in Dash’s ability to deliver compelling content that resonates with audiences seeking authentic narratives.
For Dash, this represents another chapter in his ongoing mission to tell stories that matter, moving beyond traditional entertainment into documentary-style storytelling.
Every Oscar season has the film—the one that stops being just a movie and starts becoming a movement. This year, that film is Sinners.
As the 98th Academy Awards approach this Sunday, Sinners has already made history, earning a record-breaking 16 nominations across virtually every branch of the Academy. With major nods for Best Picture, Best Director and multiple acting categories, the film has emerged as the most widely celebrated film and the most dominant contender heading into Oscar night.
Directed by Ryan Coogler, Sinners brilliantly blends powerful performances, music, symbolism, cultural storytelling and drama with the horror genre. The result is a feature film that feels bold, ambitious, stylish and emotionally resonant. What makes it such a strong Best Picture contender is not just its cinematic craftsmanship, but the way it has resonated across the industry—from media outlets and critics to guilds and Academy voters themselves.
In addition to the major categories, Sinners has also earned nominations across numerous craft and technical races: Best Original Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Film Editing, Best Costume Design, Best Production Design, Best Makeup and Hairstyling, Best Sound, Best Visual Effects, Best Original Score, Best Original Song for “I Lied to You,”and the Academy’s newly introduced Best Casting category. The sheer depth of recognition demonstrates how broadly the film has been embraced and reinforces its status as both a cultural and cinematic powerhouse.
Michael B Jordan in Sinners
Despite its many accolades, Sinners faces formidable competition, particularly from One Battle After Another, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. Anderson’s film has long been viewed as a prestige contender, praised for its scale, ambition, performances and timely storytelling. Earlier in the season, it was widely considered the frontrunner for Best Picture. However, recent awards wins and the growing discourse around Sinners have shifted the momentum, making Coogler’s film the favorite heading into Oscar night.
Outside of the Best Picture showdown, the Best Director race is equally compelling. While Paul Thomas Anderson—who has received 14 Academy nominations without a win—has long been viewed as overdue, Coogler’s masterful direction of Sinners has become impossible for many insiders to ignore. Although this is only his fifth feature film, Coogler expertly balances horror, musical elements, historical themes and character-driven drama while maintaining a cohesive and visually striking narrative. Should he win Sunday, Coogler would become the first African American filmmaker to win Best Director in the Academy’s 98-year history.
Sinners has also made a profound impact in the acting categories. Michael B. Jordan earned his very first Best Actor nomination for his dual performance as Smoke and Stack. Following his recent Actors Award (formerly SAG) win and strong industry support, he is now considered a serious favorite to take home his first Oscar. The film also earned Best Supporting Actress recognition for Wunmi Mosaku and a Best Supporting Actor nomination for veteran actor Delroy Lindo. Altogether, the three acting nominations reflect just how deeply the performances connected with Academy voters.
Sinners was my favorite film of 2025, and I wholeheartedly believe it deserves to win many of the major and technical categories in which it is nominated. However, as always, I try to keep my expectations grounded, especially considering the Academy’s often unpredictable voting history. Perhaps I’ll be surprised Sunday night, but if I had to honestly break down where I believe Sinners has its strongest chances—and where the races may be tighter—it would look something like this:
Strong Contender Categories
Best Picture — Sinners Best Original Screenplay — Ryan Coogler Best Actor — Michael B. Jordan Best Cinematography — Autumn Durald Arkapaw Best Original Score — Ludwig Göransson Best Original Song — Miles Caton / Raphael Saadiq Best Costume Design — Ruth E. Carter Best Casting — Francine Maisler
Moderate Contender Categories
Best Director — Ryan Coogler Best Supporting Actress — Wunmi Mosaku
Final Thoughts
As the 98th Academy Awards draw near, the excitement and anticipation couldn’t be higher. With its record-breaking nominations, critical acclaim, cultural resonance and late-season momentum, Sinners is not just another contender—it’s a monumental achievement that has positioned itself for a lasting place in cinematic history.
On Sunday night, I already know what I’ll be rooting for.
Keefe D lost his legal representation on Tuesday after attorney Robert Draskovich withdrew from the Tupac Shakur murder case, citing retainer issues.
Judge Carli Kierny approved the withdrawal and scheduled a March 31 hearing to assign new counsel.
This marks the second time Keefe D has switched lawyers since his September 2023 arrest, leaving his defense in chaos as trial approaches in August.
The 62-year-old faces mounting pressure from a series of legal defeats.
In February, a judge rejected his motion to suppress evidence gathered during a nighttime raid at his home, ruling the search was lawful and all seized materials admissible at trial.
That decision eliminated a key defense strategy and considerably strengthened the prosecutors’ case.
Keefe D is currently serving time in High Desert State Prison after being convicted of fighting another inmate in the Clark County Detention Center while awaiting trial.
The jail fight conviction added another layer of complications to his already troubled legal situation.
His previous attorneys, Carl Arnold and then Draskovich with Michael Pandullo, cited the jailhouse incident as one reason for the team changes.
Prosecutors allege that Keefe D ordered the fatal shooting of Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas in 1996 as retaliation for a casino floor brawl.
They’ve built their case partly on Keefe D’s own public statements made during media interviews and book deals where he discussed his involvement in Hip-Hop history.
His defense team has argued that those comments were exaggerated boasts meant to profit from his notoriety rather than factual admissions.
The constant legal turmoil suggests Keefe D’s defense is deteriorating rapidly.
Lauryn Hill entered into a repayment plan with New Jersey to settle nearly $900,000 in unpaid state income taxes stemming from her canceled 2024 tour.
According to TMZ, the New Jersey Division of Taxation filed two separate liens against the entertainer. The first lien covered an unpaid debt of $133,246.
The second lien totaled $758,912.02. Both liens remain active in the system.
A spokesperson for Hill told TMZ that “Ms. Hill is complying with a repayment plan she entered into with the State of New Jersey to resolve state income tax liabilities incurred after cancellation of a tour, which greatly impacted the tour’s cash flow.”
The Grammy-winning artist knows exactly how serious the IRS can become after serving three months in federal prison back in 2013.
Hill pleaded guilty in 2012 to three counts of tax evasion for failing to file returns for $1.8 million in income earned between 2005 and 2007.
She reported to the Federal Correctional Institution in Danbury, Connecticut, on July 8, 2013, and was released on October 4, 2013, after completing her sentence plus three months of home confinement.
The timing of Hill’s repayment plan comes as her former Fugees bandmate Pras Michel dropped his fraud lawsuit against her on March 11, 2026.
Michel had accused Hill of mismanaging the group’s canceled 2024 reunion tour and allegedly taking improper cuts of tour proceeds.
With that legal battle resolved, Hill now has additional financial resources to address her tax obligations.
Pras must report to federal prison by March 30, 2026, to begin serving his 14-year sentence for illegal foreign lobbying and campaign finance violations.
Reggae and Hip-Hop go together like Bonnie and Clyde. From a shared love of cannabis to the hypnotic rhythm of the beats, both genres have been intertwined since Kool Herc brought “toasting” from Jamaica to the Bronx in the late ’60s/early 70s.
B-Real, a well-known weed connoisseur, and the rest of Cypress Hill performed at the Reggae Rise Up festival in St. Petersburg on Thursday (March 12) alongside Slightly Stoopid, Pepper, Roots of Creation and The Rhythm-Inya.
Over the weekend, acts such as SOJA, Yelawolf, Iration, De La Soul, Rebelution, Sublime, 311, and Steel Pulse will further illustrate just how well Hip-Hop and modern reggae mesh.
“The connection between Hip-Hop and reggae happened a lot in the ’90s, when a lot of Hip-Hop artists and reggae artists started collaborating,” B-Real tells AllHipHop. “Hip-Hop heads have always listened to reggae in some form or another, and dancehall was like their hardcore, grimy version of what reggae is. It was very street.
“So I would say sometime in the ’90s is when that that bridge really happened. Us as music fans and stuff like that, a lot of us Hip-Hop artists grew up to reggae music, and I would imagine that a lot of reggae artists these days grew up to Hip-Hop s###, so there’s always that connection there.”
“We sort of vibe when we’re there,” he says. “If we feel like we want to go watch somebody, we will go. If not, we’re like pretty much on our own and getting into the mood of going out there and stealing the show. At least we try to.”
Anyone who’s caught a Cypress Hill show knows how polished their sets are. From “Insane in the Brain” to “How I Could Just Kill a Man,” their catalog is fraught with nothing but bangers.
The group released a new Spanish-language single titled “Wacha Trucha” featuring Mexican rapper Alemán on March 6, marking the first taste of their upcoming all-Spanish album.
It precedes a new album from Serial Killers, B-Real’s group with Xzibit and Demrick, called This Thing of Ours, which arrives on April 10. Needless to say, B-Real—who also owns five Dr. Greenthumb’s dispensaries and hosts a podcast—has been working non-stop.
“I’m f###### busy these days,” he says. “I have two significant albums popping off right around the same time as well as singles and videos. Our studio is up. We’re about to release a video for ‘This Thing of Ours,’ which is dope as f###. And we just released ‘Wacha Trucha’ along with the video and stuff like that, which is getting enormous love and feedback.
“I’ve been blessed to be be locked in with two amazing albums, the Serial Killer album and this Cypress Hill Spanish thing, two completely different things, although the root of it is Hip-Hop. I’m blessed to be working like this.”
42 Dugg walked free from court Thursday after prosecutors couldn’t move forward with their case against him.
The Detroit rapper faced serious charges stemming from messages he allegedly sent to a woman in Michigan between November 2024 and March 2025.
According to TMZ, the trial was dismissed when the key witness failed to show up.
Court documents revealed 42 Dugg was accused of sending messages with the intent to “terrorize, frighten, intimidate, threaten, harass, m#####, annoy, or disturb” the woman.
Prosecutors claimed the alleged victim was pregnant with his child when the threats occurred and that he was trying to coerce her into getting an abortion.
The charges also included allegations that 42 Dugg threatened physical harm against her family members.
His attorney, Steven Scharg, told TMZ that “Mr. Hayes always maintained his innocence and we were prepared to proceed to trial today since these allegations were not true.”
Ivanna Ortiz was assigned a public defender earlier this week as she faces decades in prison for the Beverly Hills shooting.
The 35-year-old Florida resident appeared in court with deputy public defender Jamarcus Bradford representing her after she allegedly fired multiple rounds at Rihanna’s home on March 8.
Ortiz was charged with one count of attempted murder with malice aforethought, 10 felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, and three felony counts of shooting at an inhabited dwelling.
According to People, prosecutors allege the shooting was willful, deliberate, and premeditated.
The Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office confirmed it had been appointed to represent Ortiz in a statement.
If convicted as charged, Ortiz faces up to life in state prison. Her bail was set at $1.8 million dollars, and her arraignment was postponed until March 25.
Eight people were inside the home during the shooting, including Rihanna, her partner A$AP Rocky, their three children, Rihanna’s mother, and two staff members.
Ortiz also allegedly fired at a neighboring residence that had two additional individuals inside.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman stated, Opening fire in any populated neighborhood is extremely dangerous, puts lives at risk and will be fully prosecuted.
Ortiz fled the scene but was arrested shortly after in Sherman Oaks.
According to Florida state health records, she has been licensed as a speech pathologist since 2024.
A Facebook profile appearing to belong to Ortiz featured posts referencing Rihanna, including one from February 23 in which she wrote, “say something to me directly instead of sneaking around like you talking to me.”
Dwight Howard flatly rejected the cocaine allegations his estranged wife leveled against him in a viral video posted over the weekend.
The former NBA star took to Snapchat on Wednesday to address the claims, stating, “Never done Coke in my life,” in response to Amy Luciani’s tearful rant, during which she appeared holding a bag of white powder.
Howard also mocked people who readily accept everything they encounter online, laughing at those gullible enough to trust unverified rumors circulating on social media.
Police confirmed they were called for a suicide threat and a domestic incident at the mansion.
This latest chapter represents the continuation of an ongoing marital crisis that has played out publicly since early March.
Amy Luciani’s video showed her in tears, claiming, “I tried to tell everybody he needs some help. Nobody wanna f***ing listen because he got the money.”
She alleged that child protective services removed her daughter from the home due to his substance abuse issues.
The couple married on January 11, 2025, but their relationship unraveled almost immediately.
Amy Luciani initially filed for divorce in July 2025, citing that things had become “irretrievably broken,” but she withdrew that filing in August 2025 and the two reconciled.
That reconciliation proved short-lived. On Monday, March 9, Howard filed for divorce, but Amy Luciani was already at the courthouse preparing to do the same.
His paperwork was processed first, beating her to the filing. Before the split accelerated, the couple had actually been planning a second wedding ceremony together, according to court documents obtained by TMZ.
Ying Yang Twins and their associates are facing an unprecedented wave of coordinated pressure from animal rights activists ahead of their May 16 SeaWorld performance in San Antonio.
The duo, alongside Ginuwine and Soulja Boy, became targets of a mass email campaign allegedly orchestrated by the Pet Advocacy Network, which flooded their team with nearly 6,000 messages in a single day.
Domenick Nati, who previously managed the group’s public relations, received the bulk of the automated correspondence urging cancellation of the concert.
The campaign frames SeaWorld as an “abusement park” and argues that any artist performing there contributes to marine animal suffering, despite the fact that musical performances have no connection to the facility’s animal care operations.
“Advocacy groups have every right to voice their concerns, but flooding artists and their teams with thousands of automated emails crosses the line from advocacy into harassment. A concert performance has nothing to do with the care of marine animals, and this type of pressure campaign is unnecessary and unprofessional,” Nati told AllHipHop.
The scale of the operation surprised observers, given that the Pet Advocacy Network is a well-funded organization with a regular lobbying presence in Washington, D.C.
Nati began sharing screenshots of incoming messages on his Instagram to document the intensity of the coordinated push.
This campaign mirrors previous efforts targeting other Hip-Hop artists.
In August 2025, rapper Trina received what she described as “aggressive” messages from PETA before her own SeaWorld performance, though she ultimately proceeded with the show.
The Ying Yang Twins have previously performed at SeaWorld locations. Their June 2025 San Diego performance went viral across platforms, with audiences responding enthusiastically to their classic catalog, including “Salt Shaker” and other platinum-certified tracks.
The May 16 San Antonio show offers another opportunity for the group to perform their hits before a live audience, though the email campaign suggests the event will remain controversial in animal-rights circles.
Hay, a music producer, came forward late last year and revealed he was the “John Doe” who initially filed the lawsuit after Diddy’s criminal trial wrapped.
The producer claims he faced multiple disturbing incidents with the rapper, including being forced to perform oral sex on him.
According to court documents, Hay alleges that during a 2020 studio session, Diddy exposed himself and demanded that Hay touch and perform sex acts on him.
When Hay tried to turn away, Diddy allegedly pushed himself toward Hay’s face and told him to “suck it.” The alleged assault only stopped when a loud buzz interrupted the moment.
These allegations paint a picture of repeated sexual misconduct that Diddy has consistently denied through his legal team.
The imprisoned mogul’s attorney, Jonathan Davis, released a statement saying the rapper “categorically denies as false and defamatory all claims that he sexually abused anyone.” Davis added that Combs looks forward to vindicating himself in court based on admissible evidence rather than speculation.
The judge’s decision means Hay’s case will move forward, joining a growing list of hundreds of civil lawsuits against the incarcerated music executive.
Diddy is currently serving a 50-month sentence at Fort Dix Federal Correctional Institution in New Jersey after his July 2025 conviction on charges of transportation to engage in prostitution.
He was accepted into a drug-abuse rehabilitation program and is scheduled for early release on April 25, 2028.
In today’s rapidly evolving music industry, independent artists are finding new ways to reach global audiences without relying on traditional record labels. One of the emerging names gaining attention in this new digital era is Naldi. Known for his steady output of music and a sound that blends cultural roots with modern production, Naldi is steadily expanding his presence among listeners worldwide.
Born Ronald Sefullahu on September 10, 1997, in Tirana, Naldi developed a passion for music during his early years. Growing up in Albania’s capital exposed him to a rich mix of traditional Balkan music and contemporary European sounds. These influences later became an important foundation for his artistic style, which often combines emotional storytelling with modern pop production.
Seeking new creative opportunities and broader exposure, Naldi moved to Toulouse in 2019. The relocation allowed him to immerse himself in a more diverse music environment and collaborate with artists and producers from different cultural backgrounds. This experience helped him further refine his sound and expand his reach beyond his home country.
Over the past several years, Naldi has built an impressive catalog of music through consistency and dedication. He has released more than 50 songs across major digital streaming platforms, steadily growing his audience and strengthening his presence in the independent music scene. Some of his most recognized tracks include “Pse,” “Do Pi,” “Për Ty,” “A t’kam Munguar,” and “Në Krahët e Mia,” songs that have resonated with listeners who appreciate both emotional depth and authentic cultural influence.
Digital platforms have played a key role in helping Naldi’s music reach new audiences. His songs have gained significant traction on platforms such as TikTok, where creators frequently use his music in their videos. As these clips circulate across social media, his songs continue to attract millions of views and streams, introducing his sound to listeners in different parts of the world.
Naldi has also collaborated with fellow artists within the Balkan music scene. One notable collaboration includes the track “Mëkatare,” created with Bruno Revolt and Visjan Ukcenaj. Projects like these highlight his versatility as an artist and his ability to connect creatively with other musicians.
Another important moment in Naldi’s career came in 2026 when the American music investment company Duetti acquired the rights to his music catalog for approximately €240,000. The agreement reflects the increasing value of independent music catalogs and shows how artists who consistently release music and build streaming audiences can generate significant industry interest.
As the music industry continues to evolve, Naldi’s journey demonstrates how independent artists can successfully build global recognition through persistence, cultural authenticity, and digital strategy. With a growing fan base and an expanding catalog of music, Naldi continues to establish himself as a promising independent voice emerging from the European music scene.
Sonja Norwood stepped forward on Thursday to defend her son, Ray J, after Kim and Kris Jenner testified under oath, denying they orchestrated the intimate tape release.
According to TMZ, Kim Kardashian called Ray J’s claims “a lie” while under oath in recent court documents.
She stated, “[Ray J’s] claim that I had a plan with my mother and others to release a sex tape, defraud the public, and file a ‘fake’ lawsuit against the p### company that released it to ‘create buzz’ is a lie.”
Kris Jenner also denied the accusations, calling claims of “commercial exploitation” absolutely false.
Ray J accused Kim and Kris of running a RICO-level enterprise similar to convicted mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs.
Ray J countersued in November, accusing them of violating a $6 million settlement reached in 2023.
That agreement bans all parties from discussing the tape publicly. Ray J is seeking $1 million dollars in damages and other relief from the court.
Kris Jenner has accused Ray J of “publicly terrorizing” her daughter for two decades in recent legal declarations filed with the court.
Norwood took to Instagram early Thursday with a powerful message supporting her son’s version of events. She shared a photo reading “Denying the truth doesn’t make it disappear” and followed with a lengthy caption.
She wrote, “Who did? After reading the declarations from Kris Jenner and Kim Kardashian, and reading their recent statements circulating, including reports published across multiple media outlets regarding the tape, I am no longer going to sit back and watch my son be ‘dogged’ on social media over this matter when @rayj and I, Kris and Kim, and many others know the truth. And Kris, momager, you say you did not orchestrate the commercial release of the tape. Then who did? I support @rayj and his journey to bring the truth forward. I have witnessed this journey for many years, and however long it takes, whether it becomes a long journey or a difficult battle, we will stay on that path until the voices that have distorted the truth are publicly revealed. And if that truth journey must continue all the way to the doorstep of God’s judgment, then so be it.”
Norwood signed her name to the caption to make absolutely clear she wrote those words herself.
She’s refusing to stay silent while her son faces constant criticism online over this situation. The mother is positioning herself as a witness to Ray J’s version of events and pledging to support him through whatever legal battles lie ahead.
Ray J’s legal team is expected to file additional motions in the coming weeks as both sides prepare for a potential trial.
Angela Simmons has never been shy about showing some skin and her latest stop at The Breakfast Club was no exception.
During a recent appearance on The Breakfast Club, Simmons addressed criticism she often receives online for posting photos in bikinis, bathing suits and other revealing outfits.
Simmons says outside opinions don’t weigh heavily on her, even when her social media posts spark debate.
The entrepreneur and reality TV figure made it clear she’s comfortable in her own skin and isn’t focused on pleasing critics.
“I really don’t care what anyone has to say,” Simmons said during the conversation. “If my son is good, my family is good, my friends are good and I’m happy, people can talk all day.”
The moment came after Simmons stood up in the studio to show off her outfit to hosts Charlamagne Tha God, DJ Envy, Loren LoRosa and Jess Hilarious.
Simmons wore low-rise jeans paired with a cropped top that revealed her toned abs. The look also featured a visible thong peeking above the waistline of the jeans, exposing a small, but welcoming glimpse of her behind.
The playful moment sparked laughs in the studio as the hosts reacted to her confidence.
But Simmons framed the discussion as part of a larger conversation about public scrutiny, especially for women who live their lives online.
She noted that people often criticize what she wears, even though she’s a grown woman and a mother. At this stage in her life, Simmons said she’s not interested in adjusting her style to meet other people’s expectations.
The topic also carries an added layer because of Simmons’ family background. She is the daughter of Hip-Hop pioneer Run-D.M.C.’s Run. The legendary rapper later became a practicing minister and is widely respected in both Hip-Hop and religious circles.
Despite growing up in a household led by one of rap’s most recognizable and respected figures, Simmons said she doesn’t feel pressured to present herself a certain way to the public.
Instead, she says confidence and ignoring outside judgment has become her approach to both life and social media.
“If everything in my world is straight, why am I worried about what the public has to say?” Simmons said. “People are always going to talk.”
Papoose is back and the target is 50 Cent. This is pure New York Hip-Hop energy. This is one of the most explosive diss records aimed at the G-Unit general. Domani had the most surgical, of course. If you know anything about Pap, you already know he is not coming with gimmicks. This is pressure.
Will 50 Cent reply?
The track, reportedly titled “Agent Provocateur,” is not just a random attack either. The title alone suggests somebody accused of stirring chaos for personal gain, and Papoose seems determined to paint 50 Cent as exactly that type of personality. From what listeners are saying online, this is not a quick jab for social media clicks. This is a layered record that requires multiple listens if you really want to catch all the wordplay and the meaning behind the shots.
And let’s be real. Papoose has always been a technician. Pap is leaning fully into that classic New York battle rap tradition – credibility, character and narratives collide. We should never forget the new tools of the trade like AI, because Pap is doing that too in limited amounts.
Of course, there is also a personal layer hovering over this situation. Papoose has been closely linked with boxing champion Claressa Shields, and 50 Cent has previously thrown jabs her way online. While things seemed somewhat cool for a minute, this new diss may have erased any remaining peace. Pap even touches on topics people have been whispering about for years, including 50’s business decisions, his rivals and even rumors about his political leanings. Nothing is confirmed, but Pap clearly knows the kind of conversations happening in barbershops and online comment sections.
AGAIN…the real question is simple. Does 50 Cent respond?
Historically, 50 is strategic. He does not jump into every lyrical fight even though he never stops trolling. His recent musical output has been calculated and limited, often tied to his television empire rather than rap beef. You saw him slip a diss in the latest “Power” theme song. With names like T.I., Maino and even Benzino circling him, Fif might feel like silence is the smarter play.
Or maybe he is just waiting for the right moment to strike.
Either way, this is a free for all. For now, the only thing we know for sure is Papoose came ready! GOT…DAYUM!
