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Young Thug Accepts Blind Plea Deal

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: News

Young Thug, who’s been behind bars since 2022 on a sprawling Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act indictment, accepted a non-negotiated (or blind) plea deal on Thursday (October 31) after agreeing to plead guilty or no contest to multiple charges, including possession of a machine gun, the RICO count and gang leader count.

He previously rejected a negotiated plea deal offer. Consequently, the state is recommending a 45-year sentence with 25 years to serve in custody and 20 years on probation. The final decision on sentencing is up to the judge.

Young Thug’ plea arrived after three of the remaining co-defendants in Atlanta’s “trial of the century” reached plea deals over the last 72 hours. Rodalius Ryan and Marquavius Huey entered guilty pleas the day after Quamarvious Nichols accepted a deal.

Ryan pleaded guilty to conspiracy to violate Georgia’s RICO Act. Judge Paige Reese Whitaker sentenced him to 10 years, which was commuted to time served. Ryan remains in custody as he’s serving a life sentence for murder. Huey pleaded guilty to conspiracy to violate the RICO Act, aggravated assault, robbery, gun and gang charges.

The judge sentenced Huey to 25 years with nine to be served in prison. The rest will be spent on probation with five years suspended. Huey has already spent two years in custody. Now, only Yak Gotti and SB remain; the former has opted to take it to a jury.

The defense demanded a mistrial due to the prosecution’s error October 23 in which a witness revealed Nichols was previously incarcerated, which the jury wasn’t supposed to know. Judge Whitaker refused to grant a mistrial with prejudice, which would block the prosecution from retrying Young Thug and his co-defendants.

She did, however, provide an option for a mistrial without prejudice and criticized prosecutors for the hiccups. Consequently, the prosecution and defense engaged in plea deal negotiations due to the looming threat of a mistrial.

The hearing is currently ongoing and being streamed live on YouTube. Thug’s official sentence has yet to be confirmed. Stay tuned.

This is a developing story.

Dillon & Batsauce Team Up With Headkrack For Haunting New Visual Halloween

By: Chuck Creekmur (@ChuckCreekmur)Category: Music

From the depths of the underground, Dillon and Batsauce have released a chilling new music video, “Wakin’ Up Hungry,” from their album What Have We Done, which dropped earlier this year. This track, laced with Batsauce’s dark and menacing production, sets the stage for a Halloween-ready visual experience.

Dillon and Headkrack step into the eerie roles of a vampire and a werewolf, prowling through nightfall in a deadly hunt. The video, directed by LJ Ruffin and uniquely edited by Headkrack himself, blends live action with animation, creating a surreal fusion of reality and horror.

Brace yourself and watch if you dare. Discover more at FullPlateFam.com.

Tory Lanez Legal Team Jumps In Megan Thee Stallion’s Lawsuit Against Blogger

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Unite the People, the legal team hired by Tory Lanez for his appeal, accepted another case connected to him shooting Megan Thee Stallion. The nonprofit announced it will represent Milagro Gramz, a pro-Lanez blogger sued by Megan for spreading lies about the 2020 shooting and his trial.

Megan accused Milagro Gramz, whose real name is Milagro Cooper, of engaging in a “years-long campaign of harassment.” Unite the People claimed Megan filed a lawsuit to stop Cooper from reporting on Lanez’s case.

“Unite the People Inc. has agreed to take on the defense of Milagro Cooper…as well as any other social media influencer, journalism platform, journalists, podcast or reporter of any type that has received this lawsuit against them or any other form of bullying/harassment to silence them from their right to free speech,” the organization declared. “Any such influencer, media person or organization who has been or receives a threat in an attempt to silence them from the same organization or corporation should contact Unite the People Inc. immediately at (888) 245-9393.”

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Megan sued Cooper for promotion of an altered sexual depiction, cyberstalking, false light invasion of privacy and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Megan’s lawyers said Cooper’s conduct went “beyond all bounds of decency.”

“For years, Defendant Cooper acted, and continues to act, on behalf of Daystar Peterson (also known as Tory Lanez) as an online rumor mill churning out falsehoods about Ms. Pete to her tens of thousands of social media followers,” Megan’s attorneys wrote. “Since Mr. Peterson’s 2020 indictment for felony assault with a deadly weapon after shooting Ms. Pete, to his later conviction in December 2022, up through today, Defendant Cooper performed Mr. Peterson’s public bidding to denigrate, belittle, insult and spread false statements about Ms. Pete on her online social media platforms, for no other reason than to bully, harass and punish Ms. Pete for Mr. Peterson’s conviction and to tarnish her reputation, causing emotional distress.”

Lanez was convicted of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, having a loaded unregistered firearm in a vehicle and discharging a firearm with gross negligence in 2022. A judge sentenced him to 10 years in prison in 2023.

Megan Thee Stallion Admits She Lied About Sleeping With Tory Lanez

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Megan Thee Stallion admitted she lied to Gayle King about sleeping with Tory Lanez. Megan reflected on the 2022 interview in her Amazon documentary Megan: In Her Words, which premiered on Thursday (October 31).

“Yes, b####, I lied to Gayle King,” Megan said of denying a sexual relationship with Lanez. “First of all, I ain’t know that b#### was even finna ask me about that s###, b####. I thought we was gonna talk about the shooting. Why’d you ask me about f###### Tory?

“That’s not what this is about. Even if I was, I f##### a n#### like once. Maybe twice on a drunk night, but you kept catching me out of my f###### mind … they get me off the g###### track. Like when they keep talking about the f###### part, and I find myself consumed in the f###### part. And I’m like, ‘Wait! This is not what this is about.’”

Megan questioned why her sexual history was heavily scrutinized after she accused Lanez of shooting her. The multi-platinum-selling rapper said she lied about sex with Lanez because she lost her confidence.

“Why are we not talking about the g###### shooting?” she said. “Everything has been a distraction from the shooting. I used to be so confident in myself and I used to be like … anybody would’ve asked me about f###### somebody and I would’ve been like, ‘So? OK, yeah, I did that s###.’ I like to f###. What about it? But the way they have villainized me for being this type of person, it started to make me second guess myself.”

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Megan was shot after leaving a party in 2020. Lanez was convicted of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, having a loaded unregistered firearm in a vehicle and discharging a firearm with gross negligence in 2022.

“If my mom was here, I wouldn’t be going through this,” Megan said. “I wouldn’t know half these people. I wouldn’t have did half this s###. I think I was just going through a crazy phase of life. I’ll never be able to take back that time of life. I wasn’t no bad person, but I was definitely drinking like a m###########. But I wasn’t fighting. The worst I was doing was drinking and f######.”

Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in prison. He is appealing his conviction.

J. Prince Denies Rumors About Feds Raiding His Home—Says He Was Car Shopping

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

J. Prince has responded to reports that his home was recently the target of a federal raid, surprisingly aligning with Drake’s friend-turned-foe Rick Ross in the process.

For those who may not have followed the developments of the story, reports from various media outlets alleged that the FBI had raided the Rap-A-Lot Records office and J. Prince’s Houston home on October 29. J. Prince released a statement on the matter to Baller Alert, in which he strongly denied that any sort of raid occurred and accused the outlets who reported on the news of spreading misinformation.

“The people that start these rumors, tell lies for a living,” he said. “I don’t have time to keep up with their b#######.”

In the end, though, it appears as though his word wasn’t convincing enough. It’s either that, or he may have caught wind of Rozay flexing his new whip, because J. Prince took to Instagram on October 31 to show off his new Rolls-Royce Spectre luxury EV — which he reveals he was buying while folks were saying he had been picked up by the feds.

“While they were spreading lies a couple of days ago about my places being raided by the feds, I was treating myself to the new Rolls Royce Spectre to add to my collection,” J. Prince wrote in the caption of the post he shared on Instagram.

He continued, sending direct shots at the “podcasters” he says are perpetually lying to make ends meet.

“Even more importantly, here’s a JPrinciple to live by: Satan is the author of confusion,” he wrote. “So, remove people who bring confusion into your life. As for those rats who call themselves podcasters, lying and causing confusion for a living—they’ll eventually reap what they sow. Wishing myself a Happy Birthday because I’m the Treat not the Trick.”

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Several artists showed love in the comments of the post in which J. Prince showed off the remarkably clean vehicle he just purchased.

“It’s Scorpio Season mane let’s Go!,” E-40 wrote.

Slim Thug added, “Happy Gday many mo to go.”

However, Ross was not one of the many who gave J. Prince his daps and pounds on his new whip, which is both predictable and somewhat surprising. It’s obvious that the Houston OG’s love and support for Drake would likely alienate any sort of congratulatory message Ross might have for J. Prince. However, it’s truly odd timing that the music industry veteran chose to unveil his Spectre, considering Rozay himself also debuted his new Rolls-Royce of the same model hours before J. Prince shared his.

While both of the whips feature pearly white exteriors, J. Prince’s boasts a vibrant Hermès orange interior while the guts of Ross’ new whip is wrapped in a sort of aquamarine blue he has dubbed Tua Tagovailoa blue. Ross also claims his Rolls is the first to have a stars in the ashtray.

What do y’all think? Is it too far off to think that J. Prince attempted to kill two birds with one post by throwing rocks at podcasters spewing fake news and hiding his hand in his attempt to seemingly son Rick Ross over his new Rolls-Royce Spectre? At any rate, its just good to see that the rumors about J. Prince’s run-in with the FBI weren’t actually true!

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Young Dolph’s Killer Seeks New Trial Over “Gruesome” Photos

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Justin Johnson, the man convicted of Young Dolph’s murder, filed a motion for a new trial on October 25. Johnson said his sentence should be vacated due to multiple errors in his trial.

“The verdict regarding the offenses of conviction was contrary to the weight and sufficiency of the evidence, and the evidence was insufficient to lead any rational trier of fact to conclude that Mr. Johnson was guilty beyond a reasonable doubt,” Johnson’s lawyer Luke Evans wrote. “The trial court erred by admitting gruesome photographs of the victim’s body at the crime scene. The trial erred by admitting gruesome autopsy photographs. The trial court erred by denying Johnson’s repeated motions to allow him to sit at the counsel table. The cumulative effect of multiple errors at trial warrants granting Mr. Johnson a new trial.”

Johnson was found guilty of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit murder and being a convicted felon in possession of a handgun in September. A judge sentenced him to life in prison.

Cornelius Smith, who testified against Johnson, is scheduled for a court hearing on November 15. Smith faces first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit murder and attempted murder charges.

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Smith admitted he was one of the gunmen who shot Young Dolph at Johnson’s trial. Johnson and Smith were recruited by Hernandez Govan to kill Young Dolph to collect a $100,000 bounty. Yo Gotti’s brother Big Jook put a hit on the late rapper, who was fatally shot at a Memphis bakery in 2021.

Govan faces first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit murder and attempted murder charges. Prosecutors gave him a November 22 deadline to accept a plea deal.

According to Johnson’s attorney, Govan entered a proffer agreement during the Young Dolph murder investigation. Govan did not testify in Johnson’s trial.

Govan’s trial is scheduled for March 2025 if doesn’t take a plea deal.

Tik Tok Star PP Cocaine & R&B/Hip Hop Phenom Ashwin Gane Drop “Like Me” Remix

By: Staff WriterCategory: Music News

In a thrilling new collaboration, Hip-hop innovator Ashwin Gane has joined forces with viral sensation PP Cocaine, aka Trap Bunnie Bubbles, to drop an explosive remix of the track “Like Me.” Fusing Ashwin’s signature Cinematic Hip-Hop sound with PP Cocaine’s raw, high-energy vocals, this remix redefines boldness and individuality, setting the stage for what’s sure to become a standout anthem of 2024.

Ashwin Gane: The Cinematic Hip-Hop Maestro

Detroit-born rapper and producer Ashwin Gane has carved a unique lane in the music world with his Cinematic Hip-Hop style, merging symphonic orchestration with hard-hitting beats to craft immersive audio experiences. As a first-generation Indian-American, Ashwin’s sound is a dynamic blend of his Detroit upbringing and cultural roots, offering a fresh perspective on modern Hip-hop/R&B. His catalog boasts over 500 tracks, with collaborations alongside industry legends like Scott Storch and ATL Jacob, and performances with names such as Lil Reese, Icewear Vezzo, and Payroll Giovanni.

Ashwin’s ability to fuse cinematic elements with authentic rap grit has cemented his place as one of Hip-hop’s most innovative new artists. His work consistently pushes boundaries, creating music that not only entertains but evokes powerful emotions and vivid imagery.

PP Cocaine: The Viral Phenomenon Redefining Confidence

Known for her no-holds-barred attitude and viral hits like “3 Musketeers” and “DDLG,” PP Cocaine, aka Trap Bunnie Bubbles, is a force in today’s hip-hop landscape. With her provocative lyrics and unapologetic persona, she’s become a Gen Z icon, especially among fans who value self-confidence and fearless expression. Her explosive rise through TikTok and other social platforms has drawn comparisons to artists like Doja Cat and Rico Nasty, but PP Cocaine has carved out her own lane as an unfiltered voice of empowerment.

As she transitions from viral sensation to bona fide hip-hop star, PP Cocaine continues to harness the power of social media while pushing creative limits, making her a perfect match for Ashwin Gane’s cinematic production.

The “Like Me” Remix: A Firestorm of Sound and Self-Expression

The “Like Me” Remix takes Ashwin’s dramatic orchestral hip-hop beats and pairs them with PP Cocaine’s electric energy to create a track that is unapologetically bold. The remix channels a fearless celebration of individuality, fusing two unique styles to create something fresh and unforgettable. With shades of successful remix collaborations by artists like Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B, this new version of “Like Me” reinvents the original with a modern twist that’s both edgy and empowering.

“This remix is more than just a collaboration—it’s a statement,” says a representative for Ashwin Gane. “It’s the collision of two fearless artists coming together to create something that’s larger than life. The orchestral depth of Ashwin’s sound combined with PP Cocaine’s fearless lyricism makes for an anthem that screams individuality and rebellion.”

A Timely Anthem for a Bold Generation

Dropping at a time when listeners crave both nostalgia and innovation, the “Like Me” Remix breathes fresh energy into the original, blending its audacious spirit with symphonic intensity. As streaming platforms continue to highlight the power of genre-blending collaborations, this remix stands out as a bold, genre-defying track that is primed to capture attention and dominate playlists across the globe.

With Ashwin Gane’s cinematic flair and PP Cocaine’s untamed energy, the “Like Me” Remix is more than just music—it’s a movement of unapologetic self-expression and sonic adventure.

– PP Cocaine on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@trapbunniebubbless

– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashwingane

VOTE: 10 REAL Reasons Why YOU Should Hit The Polls

By: Chuck Creekmur (@ChuckCreekmur)Category: Exclusives

I’ve never fully understood why people choose not to vote. Some of my smartest friends have abstained in the past, and while they had their reasons, I still didn’t really get it. Today, I understand it even less, because we can see clearly the implications of not hitting the polls. Voting isn’t everything; it’s just one of many tools we have to fight oppression, racism, and to hold elected officials accountable.

Meanwhile, you don’t see the other side telling their people not to vote. Quite the opposite—they encourage voting and bank on us not showing up.

Some people think voting doesn’t matter, until something serious happens—like finding themselves in front of an unrelenting judge or dealing with a brutish police officer. Strangely, they’ll feel the impact of not voting but won’t pull up to the polls. That’s how I see it, at least. It is time to fix that.

Yes, we absolutely need to build our own demands, and our leadership must step up. But that doesn’t cancel out the need to vote. So, here are more reasons to get to the polls. Sitting on the couch just leads to more generations suffering because we neglected our power in the present. Let’s get out there and make a change.

Here are 10 powerful reasons why we should show up to vote:

  • Honoring Our Ancestors
    Our ancestors fought, marched, and died for the right to vote. Casting our ballots is a way to honor their sacrifices and continue the legacy.
  • Building Power
    Voting amplifies our voices in shaping policies that impact our communities, from economic empowerment to criminal justice reform.
  • Representation Matters
    Elected officials who share our experiences and values are more likely to push for change that directly benefits us. Voting makes this representation possible.
  • Shaping Future Generations
    Our vote affects education, job opportunities, and social programs that will shape the future for our children and the next generation of leaders.
  • Holding Leaders Accountable
    When we vote, we gain power to hold politicians accountable for their promises and demand action on issues impacting our communities.
  • Economic Justice
    Voting influences policies around minimum wage, job creation, and fair housing—critical factors for building wealth and achieving economic stability in our communities.
  • Protecting Our Rights
    The right to vote itself is under attack, and by voting, we protect this essential right, ensuring our voices are heard and respected.
  • Impacting Local Decisions
    Local elections affect schools, policing, housing, and health care—issues that impact our day-to-day lives more than anything at the national level.
  • Counteracting Systemic Racism
    Voting is a tool to challenge and dismantle policies that contribute to racial inequality. When we show up, we disrupt systems of oppression.
  • Inspiring Change and Empowerment
    Voting is an empowering act that shows we’re not passive. By taking part, we inspire others to believe in their power to create positive change.

If you are still here, I’d like to offer one more substantive reason to vote – the Supreme Court appointments in the near future. This November, the future of the Supreme Court is at stake. During his first term, Trump appointed three justices — more than any president since Ronald Reagan. These appointments played a pivotal role in overturning Roe v. Wade, dismantling affirmative action, and rolling back gun safety laws — even after Trump left office. Run and tell a friend – this is beyond important. This is not the time to abstain from voting.

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Snoop Dogg Considering Investing In Soccer Club: “Be Crazy Not To Take A Look” 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Snoop Dogg is a man with diversified interests and a range of ventures, and his next one could take him to a Scottish soccer club. 

The West Coast rap icon recently revealed he’s inspired by Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds, whose recent purchase of Welsh soccer team Wrexham was the subject of an FX documentary. The fifth-tier team secured two consecutive promotions after Reynolds and fellow actor Rob McElhenney took over the club in 2020 for $2.5 million.  

Accordingly, Snoop Dogg believes he would be “crazy” to pass on the opportunity to invest in a soccer team, and he has a specific club in mind.

“Investing in a sports team has been something I have been looking at for a long time,” Snoop Dogg revealed to Scottish outlet Daily Record. “If the chance came to invest in Celtic, I would be crazy not to take a look at it.” 

The Celtic Football Club compete in the top flight of Scottish soccer and are currently sitting atop the league with four wins in their last five games. 

Back in 2022, Snoop Dogg congratulated the team after Celtic secured their 52nd Scottish title win.  

Snoop Dogg Heaps Praise On Celtic Fans

“I have watched so much soccer in Europe but I have never seen fans like the Celtic fans. There is something so special about them,” Snoop added. “There is a reason why their fans are talked about across Europe – the best players and coaches in the world tell you there is nowhere like Celtic Park and I want to be a part of that.” 

And it’s not just the fans. There’s another reason Snoop Dogg believes Celtic is the team for him.  

“Their mascot is a hound – you couldn’t make that up,” he said. “Snoop Dogg becomes Hoopy the Hound – that’s gotta be a match made in heaven. The headlines write themselves.” 

Meanwhile, in other Snoop Dogg news, his highly anticipated album produced by Dr. Dre finally has a release date. Missionary will be released on December 13. 

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Lil Uzi Vert In Hot Water With Heaven’s Gate Over “Eternal Atake 2” Artwork 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Lil Uzi Vert is gearing up to release their highly anticipated project, Eternal Atake 2, but could face a legal challenge from former members of Heaven’s Gate. 

Back in 2018, Uzi shared the artwork for the original Eternal Atake album, a remake of the Heaven’s Gate keyhole logo. The UFO religion, often described as a cult, is most known for the mass suicide of its members in 1997.  

The group threatened to sue for copyright infringement, and according to former Heaven’s Gate members, Lil Uzi was forced to change it.  

Meanwhile, earlier this week, Uzi shared a UFO-themed trailer and artwork for Eternal Atake 2, complete with a new logo. 

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However, two members who reportedly control the group’s intellectual property vowed to take legal action if Lil Uzi “takes it too far” with Eternal Atake 2. 

“Same as last time,” they told Complex. “Stay away from our Intellectual Property. Give the Group some respect. And don’t try to offer to buy us off, like last time. We do not want your money, no matter how much it is.” 

They claimed Uzi’s original Eternal Atake artwork was “a distortion and misuse of our IP.” They added, “We took action and forced him to make changes in the product.” 

The Heaven’s Gate Duo Say Lil Uzi’s Music Causes Brain Damage

Although Lil Uzi was inspired by the UFO religion, the former Heaven’s Gate followers are not fans of the Philly rapper’s music. 

“We have not listened to Vert’s music,” they said. “Living in this world is hard enough as it is, and we do not need the brain damage involved in listening to his works.” 

The duo also told the outlet that their lawyer previously succeeded in a legal battle with Uzi. 

“He still stepped over the line in one circumstance,” they added. “But we got him to give up thinking he could use our IP to push his idea of him being a divine ‘leader’ and motivating his ‘followers’ to leave the planet. We will see if he takes it too far this time.” 

Nonetheless, Lil Uzi has updated their previous works with the Heaven’s Gate-inspired Eternal Atake 2 logo. The project is slated to arrive November 1.

Rihanna On A Quest To Find Love For Eminem 

By: London JennnCategory: Rumors

Rihanna may be happily in love, but she’s on a mission to find romance for her friend Eminem. 

While the Fenty founder is raising her two children with A$AP Rocky, her “Love the Way You Lie” is seemingly a confirmed bachelor. However, according to an insider, Rihanna is determined to find Eminem a girlfriend.

“Rihanna, like a lot of people in his life, can’t understand why he’s still single and she’s decided to make it her mission to find him a girlfriend,” a source explained to In Touch. “She knows him well enough to know what kind of woman would be a good match and she’s got lots of ideas about who to set him up with.” 

Rihanna Believes Eminem Is “Letting Life Pass Him By”

However, the source said Em is reluctant to find love and is “closed off to the idea.  

“He claims he’s happier on his own and doesn’t want to deal with the drama of dating, but Rihanna isn’t taking no for an answer,” the source added. “She thinks Eminem is letting life pass him by and has vowed that she’s going to help shake him out of this funk.” 

Although Eminem appears to be single, he was previously married, twice, to his first love, Kimberly Scott. He tied the knot with the mother of his three daughters, Kimberly Scott, Hailie Jade Scott, Alaina Scott and Stevie Laine Scott, but they divorced in 2001. 

Nonetheless, Em’s family continues to grow, recently announcing he is going to be a grandfather. 

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Meanwhile, Rihanna recently revealed she would love to add a little girl to her family. She shares two sons with A$AP Rocky, RZA 2 and Riot Rose, 14 months. 

“I wouldn’t even know what to do with a girl since I only know boys so far. It would be a whole new adventure,” she told Entertainment Tonight at the Fenty x Puma Avanti launch last week.  

Nonetheless, the superstar songstress loves being a boy mom. 

“The boy energy is the best. I live for it,” Rihanna added. “There’s never a dull moment. I love when they’re climbing off chandeliers. They scare me to the point that I’m forced to have fun! Running around, lifting them up—it’s all fun and even keeps me in shape. It’s the best workout, for all of us.” 

Diddy Scores Major Victory Against Jane Doe Sexual Assault Accuser  

By: London JennnCategory: News

A woman suing Sean “Diddy” Combs for sexual assault must reveal her identity or face potential dismissal of her lawsuit. 

The Tennessee resident sued Diddy, alleging he assaulted her at a party two decades ago when she was a 19-year-old college student. She filed her claim under a pseudonym, but a federal judge has ruled the case cannot proceed anonymously, according to abc News.  

“Simply put, allegations of sexual assault, by themselves, are not sufficient to entitle a plaintiff to proceed under a pseudonym,” Judge Mary Kay Vyskocil said in her decision.  

The judge disagreed with the accuser’s argument that she could face harm if her identity was known.  

“Combs has had no contact with Plaintiff for the approximately 20 years since the alleged rape and Combs is currently detained pending trial,” Judge Vyskocil stated. “As such, counsel has not identified any present threat of physical harm to Plaintiff.” 

Although the judge agreed that Jane Doe could face public scrutiny, she said it “does not outweigh the interests of both Combs and the public in the customary and constitutionally-embedded presumption of openness in judicial proceedings.” 

Earlier this year, a woman with a “public-facing identity” asked a judge to maintain her anonymity in her lawsuit against Diddy and Bad Boy Records’ former president Harve Pierre. 

“Because of my former employer’s power and influence, I fear that I will be harassed and ridiculed if my identity was made public in connection with these claims,” she explained. “I am concerned for my physical safety and the safety of my family.” 

Diddy denies the allegations. He remains behind bars at MDC, awaiting trial on charges of sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution.

Nicky Jam Gets Roasted After Walking Back Donald Trump Endorsement 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Nicky Jam has walked back his endorsement of Donald Trump, sparking reactions from frustrated fans who believe the singer should never have backed the former president in the first place.  

The U.S.-born, Puerto Rican-raised artist retracted his support after a speaker at Donald Trump’s recent rally called Puerto Rico “a floating island of garbage.” 

He condemned the remarks in a Spanish-language video shared on his Instagram, per AP News. 

“The reason why I supported Donald Trump was because I thought he was the best for the economy in the United States, where many Latinos live, many of us Latinos live, myself included, many immigrants who are suffering because of the economy and him, being a businessman, I thought it was the best move,” Nicky Jam explained.  

“Never in my life did I think that a month later, a comedian was going to come to criticize my country and speak badly of my country,” he added. “Therefore, I renounce any support for Donald Trump, and I sidestep any political situation. Respect Puerto Rico, Nicky Jam.” 

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However, his statement didn’t go down well on social media. 

“So Nicky Jam was cool with everything Trump & his supporters have said about black people, Mexicans , women & LGBTQ community,” wrote one person. “But now that a comedian makes a joke about PR he withdraws his support from Trump [clown emoji].” 

Check out some other reactions at the end of the page. 

Donald Trump Misgenders Nicky Jam

Trump believed Nicky Jam was a woman when introducing the reggaeton artist at a rally last month.  

“Latin music superstar Nicky Jam, do you know Nicky? She’s hot,” he said. Nicky Jam quickly blew off the gaffe before gushing over Donald Trump.  

Donald Trump faced harsh criticism after his Madison Square Garden rally, with many condemning the speakers. Several artists, including Bad Bunny, Jennifer Lopez and Ricky Martin, showed support for Kamala Harris. 

Naturi Naughton Reacts To 50 Cent’s “Insane” Remarks About Omari Hardwick  

By: London JennnCategory: News

Naturi Naughton doesn’t share 50 Cent’s sentiments about their Power co-star Omari Hardwick, in fact, she thinks his remarks were “insane.” 

Earlier this week, the G-unit founder expressed his frustrations with Hardwick, who believes he was underpaid as the lead actor on the hit STARZ show, starring as “Ghost.” According to 50 Cent, Hardwick “overvalues” himself. 

Naturi Naughton, who played the role of Ghost’s wife, addressed 50 Cent’s remarks during a recent interview. 

“That’s insane to me,” Naughton told TMZ Wednesday (October 30). “Omari is literally the epitome of Power. Omari Hardwick started this amazing journey and I don’t know all of what happened with 50 and O but I’ll say this, I love Omari Hardwick. He’s an amazingly talented human and he’s also a good person. But there would be no Power without Ghost.”   

Ultimately, Naughton wants 50 Cent and Omari Hardwick to bury the hatchet. “I hope that they can find love and peace between each other,” she added. 

Back in 2022, Hardwick said his $150,000 per episode of Power was too low, considering he was “the face of the network.” He also claimed, “I still haven’t made what I should have made,” revealing he borrowed money from 50 Cent during production breaks.  

50 Cent On His Relationship With Omari Hardwick

However, earlier this week, 50 Cent revealed they’re still not on good terms. 

“I think he overvalues himself,” he said on The Breakfast Club. “Because…it’s been a long time since he’s been in Power, why are we not excited about the new projects?”  

He added, “If there was noise going on, if he was that big of a draw, then we would see noise, we would see new things happening, we’d see you out where you’re actively in a place where they’re looking for you.” 

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Meanwhile, 50 Cent recently shared he was “paid more to go to the nightclub and wave,” than he earned per episode in the early days of Power.  

Ray J Tells Nicki Minaj What Really Happened During Altercation With Diddy’s Sons 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Ray J explained his altercation with three of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sons during a conversation with Nicki Minaj, and the NYC rapper was not impressed. 

Earlier this week, news of a scuffle between the Combs Siblings, Christian, Quincy and Justin, and the singer at an L.A. club surfaced online. There were rumors of a fight between them, and Nicki Minaj wanted to know the details when Ray J hopped on her Instagram Live.  

After dodging the question with an irrelevant, rambling answer, he confirmed what happened. According to Ray J, it’s not the first time he’s had a run-in with Diddy’s sons. 

“We didn’t have a fight. We had a big argument right outside the club,” Ray J explained before Minaj asked who started it. “This time, I think I got loud and got aggressive. But it was the third time this happened and so I felt like I needed to stand up for myself.” 

Ray J claimed that although he was “talking s###” and he and Diddy’s sons exchanged “a lot of crazy words,” he attempted to diffuse the situation. 

“I was walking that way to avoid the issue,” he added. “So that’s what happened, and it’s unfortunate. But what’s dope is that we all got on the phone, and we talked for about 35 minutes.” 

When Nicki Minaj quizzed Ray J, asking what they were arguing about, he admitted, “Comments I was making on my show.” 

Earlier this month, Ray J mocked Diddy during a wild rant on his new show, “The Reality Check News.”  

He joked about the allegations saying, “A#### are being taken,” and made a wisecrack about coming out with a baby oil line. 

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Ray J “Wasn’t Proud” Of What He Said To Diddy’s Sons

Ray J continued to discuss his issue with Diddy’s sons while talking to Nicki Minaj. He even repeated the jokes from his news segment.  

“It was just a crazy night,” he said. “I got over cocky and said some things that were out of bounds. I said some over the top things that had to do with sodomy and other things and I wasn’t proud of myself about what I did.” 

Ray J previously explained that eight men, including the Combs siblings, tried to rush him. However, he credits Chris Brown with stepping in and preventing things from getting out of hand.  

Keke Palmer Explains How USHER Concert Incident Led To Restraining Order On Child’s Father

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: News

Keke Palmer is telling her side of the story involving the public fallout that occurred within her family unit following a viral interaction with USHER at one of his concerts last year.

In a recent interview with PEOPLE, Palmer opened up about how the viral incident with Usher at his concert ultimately led her to file a restraining order against her ex, Darius Jackson, who is also the father of her child.

The controversy began when Jackson took to Twitter to express his disapproval of Palmer’s outfit at the concert, a sheer black dress layered over a matching thong bodysuit. In her initial remarks on the incident, Palmer downplays her interaction with USHER and explains that it was all supposed to be apart of a “fun” moment she was creating with him.

“I get that people feel like celebrities all know each other, or they’re thinking in their mind that,” Keke Palmer said in part.

“I mean, ultimately I was doing what I do as an entertainer, as I was creating a fun moment. That’s what he [Usher] does with every entertainer that comes to his show. How it became a genuine storyline of that me and USHER in love, or me and Usher have something going on, I don’t know how it got there, but usually, as we all know, things are never really what they seem.”

However, Jackson ended up causing a stir after he publicly criticized her sheer outfit on by going off on a rant in a retweet he shared featuring a video of Palmer being serenaded by USHER during his Las Vegas residency.

He tweeted, “It’s the outfit tho.. you a mom (sic).” When he came under fire for publicly shaming his partner’s look, Jackson simply doubled down on his stance.

“We live in a generation where a man of the family doesn’t want the wife & mother to his kids to showcase booty cheeks to please others & he gets told how much of a hater he is,” he tweeted. “This is my family & my representation. I have standards & morals to what I believe. I rest my case.”

Palmer explained that even though she viewed the situation differently than Jackson, considering it was just a concert, the incident spiraled into public speculation about her relationship, which she says she was shocked to see unfold, in addition to Jackson’s comments.

“I was just at a concert… it was not that reality for me,” she said. “I was speechless… I was just shocked.”

Describing the public reaction and her ex’s social media comments, Palmer added, “I didn’t have no words, and it’s not reality… I didn’t want to engage with something that wasn’t reality.”

She expressed frustration over the spread of misinformation, explaining that taking legal steps was her way of bringing order to her family.

“The only way that you know how to bring order or control to something is the court, she said.

Palmer concluded by sharing that the court action has brought her a sense of clarity and peace, as she remarked, “I feel very at ease now… there’s a calm.”

Keke Palmer and Jackson announced their relationship and the birth of their child last year, which initially sparked joy among fans. However, Palmer went on to accuse her Jackson of domestic violence and was granted temporary sole custody of her and Darius’ then nine-month-old son Leodis in December 2023. Palmer was also given a temporary restraining order, which barred Jackson from coming within 100 yards of her and their son.

Watch the full interview in the video above.

Lil Nas X Catches Stray Shots From Slim Thug During His “Best Rapper” Rant

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

Lil Nas X has become the topic of conversation for another rapper known for their outspoken activity on social media after Slim Thug followed Azealia Bank’s critical remarks with a hot take of his own.

Slim Thug recently took to Instagram Live to lay down his thoughts on what it truly means to be the best rapper, using Lil Nas X as a prime example of why chart success doesn’t equate to greatness.

“Lil Nas came out and went number one and was the most popular,” Slim Thug began, acknowledging the success of Old Town Road.

“Is he the best rapper? No.”

Slim Thug made it clear that while a song’s popularity can skyrocket an artist to mainstream fame, it doesn’t necessarily qualify them as the best.

“If you talk about number one songs, whose song was on there the longest… it’ll look like that. Not to say his s##t ain’t tight.” he added, showing respect for Old Town Road’s accomplishments.

Slim Thug didn’t stop there—he took aim at how popularity in America often favors commercial appeal, rather than lyrical skill. In doing so, he quickly noted that some artists only have a “hot time” and may fade after a big hit, due to lacking the depth and longevity that mark a truly great rapper.

“If he doing numbers that mean he the most commercial,” he said. “Everybody listening to him, all races. That’s what that means.”

Slim Thug continued, defending those artists whose music may be “too real” for broad appeal.

“The best rapper ain’t the most popular,” he said. “That just means the white folks f##k with him. We in America. Some s### might be too deep for the commercial people to understand.”

Lil Nas X was similarly criticized out of nowhere days before hand on October 27 when Azealia Banks claimed he fell off in a rant on Twitter.

“Lil Nas X really fell off so hard,” Banks wrote. “Lmfao that little cntrag swore she was the tea. Btch has NO BARS. Hahahahaahahahaa.”

While it appears as though Lil Nas X doesn’t have any words for Slim Thug, yet, he quickly replied to Bank’s criticism with a petty remark.

“azealia i could never make a hit song again and you would still never in ur bussy soap selling chicken sacrificing botched body hating ass miserable life reach a 10th of my success,” Lil Nas X wrote before adding, “Love ur music btw.”

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Diddy Bodyguard Accused Of Sexually Assaulting A Man During “Making The Band”

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

A Making the Band contestant claimed he was sexually assaulted by Sean “Diddy” Combs and the mogul’s bodyguard in a lawsuit filed by attorney Tony Buzbee. According to court documents obtained by AllHipHop, the plaintiff said the abuse occurred while he was auditioning for Diddy’s reality show.

“On the first day of the audition, during a one-on-one interview, Combs asked Plaintiff hypothetical questions about handling situations involving sexual pressure,” the lawsuit read. “As Combs described these scenarios, he began to sexually assault Plaintiff by touching Plaintiff both over and under his clothing, including groping and fondling his penis and instructing Plaintiff to undress. While he groped Plaintiff, Combs engaged in sexually explicit behavior, including masturbating himself. Throughout this encounter, Combs emphasized his power to control Plaintiff’s future in the music industry, stating that he had the ability to ‘make or break’ Plaintiff’s career.”

The plaintiff, identified as John Doe, was 17 years old when he auditioned for Making the Band. He went through what was described as a “longer interview process” on the second day.

“During this interview, Combs again instructed Plaintiff to undress, explaining that Plaintiff needed to demonstrate the ability to embody a ‘sex idol’ persona, which was purportedly required for the band’s image,” the lawsuit alleged. “This encounter eventually escalated into Combs forcing the Plaintiff to perform oral sex on him and Combs sodomizing the Plaintiff.”

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Diddy’s bodyguard allegedly got involved in the abuse on the third day. John Doe said he was eliminated from Making the Band for not reacting the way Diddy wanted.

“On the third day, Combs introduced his bodyguard ‘T’ into the sexual advances,” the lawsuit explained. “Combs framed this as a test of Plaintiff’s willingness to do anything necessary to succeed in the music industry. ‘T’ requested oral sex from Plaintiff, and while Plaintiff complied due to force, Combs sexually assaulted Plaintiff again, simultaneously groping and fondling both Plaintiff and the bodyguard. Plaintiff’s facial expressions during this ordeal showed his discomfort and hesitation, prompting Combs to express dissatisfaction. Combs stated that Plaintiff’s demeanor suggested an intention to report the incidents, and as a result, Combs said he would be ‘keeping an eye’ on Plaintiff. Ultimately, this led to Plaintiff’s elimination from the competition as Combs claimed that Plaintiff was untrustworthy due to his reservations about performing oral sex on his bodyguard.”

John Doe is one of more than 150 people suing Diddy for sexual assault. The Bad Boy Records founder is currently in custody on sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution charges.

Snoop Dogg Finally Announces Dr. Dre-Produced “Missionary” Album Release Date

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Snoop Dogg set the release date for Missionary, his highly anticipated album produced by Dr. Dre. The follow-up to the 1993 classic Doggystyle will be released on December 13.

The D-O-Double-G unveiled the release date in a comedic skit. Two Mormon missionaries are shocked to see a woman in lingerie when they ring her doorbell in the sketch.

“What the f###?” she said. “Your ad said you’re dedicated to missionary work.”

The flustered missionaries dropped the Book of Mormon and fled the scene before the big reveal.

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Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre have been teasing their Missionary album for two years. Dr. Dre said they were close to finishing the project in August.

“I wanted 14 songs, Snoop wants 16, so we have that thing happening,” he told Entertainment Tonight. “I’m on song No. 11 as far as the mixes go.”

He added, “I feel like this is some of the best music I’ve done in my career.”

Earlier this year, Snoop Dogg presented Dr. Dre with ASCAP’s Hip-Hop Icon Award. The beloved rapper hyped their Missionary album during his speech.

“There’s a reason why I keep coming back to Dr. Dre,” Snoop Dogg said. “We make magic together. We’ve been doing this s### for over three decades, and we still at it … Trust me, the best is yet to come.”

Fans can pre-save Missionary on Apple Music, Spotify and other streaming platforms here.

Young Thug Trial: 2 More Defendants Walk Away With Plea Deals—Is He Next?

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Two more of Young Thug’s co-defendants agreed to plea deals in the YSL RICO trial on Wednesday (October 30). Rodalius Ryan and Marquavius Huey entered guilty pleas the day after Quamarvious Nichols accepted a deal in the topsy-turvy case.

Ryan pleaded guilty to conspiracy to violate Georgia’s Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. Judge Paige Reese Whitaker sentenced him to 10 years, which was commuted to time served. Ryan remains in custody as he’s serving a life sentence for murder.

Huey pleaded guilty to conspiracy to violate Georgia’s RICO Act, aggravated assault, robbery, gun and gang charges. The judge sentenced Huey to 25 years with nine to be served in prison. The rest will be spent on probation with five years suspended. Huey has already spent two years in custody.

Young Thug, Yak Gotti and Shannon Stillwell are the only defendants remaining in the YSL RICO trial. Ryan, Huey and Nichols accepted plea deals amid calls for a mistrial.

The defense demanded a mistrial due to the prosecution making a mistake on October 23. A witness revealed Nichols was previously incarcerated, which the jury wasn’t supposed to know, during testimony.

Judge Whitaker refused to grant a mistrial with prejudice, which would block the prosecution from retrying Young Thug and his co-defendants. She left the door open for a mistrial without prejudice and criticized prosecutors for their sloppiness. The prosecution and defense engaged in plea deal negotiations due to the looming threat of a mistrial.

Young Thug’s trial began in 2023. It is the longest trial in Georgia history.