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EXCLUSIVE: Diddy’s Assistant Wins Big As Six Accusers Drop Explosive Claims

Kristina Khorram secured a major legal win in New York after six of seven plaintiffs dropped their claims against her in a sweeping sexual abuse lawsuit tied to her boss Diddy.

AllHipHop has confirmed that Latasha Forbes, Billie Cummings, Ian Fearon, Amad Jenkins, Laquay Applewhite and a Jane Doe voluntarily withdrew their allegations against the former Bad Boy Records executive.

The move followed Khorram’s legal team submitting evidence that she did not begin working for Diddy until 2013—long after most of the alleged incidents reportedly occurred.

In some of the allegations, Khorram could not have been working for Diddy when they took place, because she would have been less than 10 years old.

The original lawsuit accused Diddy of orchestrating decades of sexual misconduct, coercion and physical abuse under the guise of his Hip-Hop empire.

Several accusers detailed graphic claims spanning from the mid-1990s through the early 2010s.

Forbes alleged she was 17 in 1994 when Diddy drugged and raped her at Bad Boy’s Manhattan office. Cummings said she was between 14 and 15 in 1995 when she was assaulted during a video shoot for The Notorious B.I.G. Fearon claimed he was forced into a sex act at 19 inside Diddy’s New York residence in 2003.

Applewhite accused Diddy of groping and assaulting her at his Miami property in 2004. Jenkins said he was attacked at a Florida launch party for Bad Boy in the mid-2000s. Jane Doe alleged she was drugged and raped during a 2010 audition for Making the Band.

Khorram was named in the lawsuit for allegedly helping to cover up Diddy’s conduct. The complaint also targeted Sony, Universal and Warner Music, claiming the labels ignored red flags and enabled his wild behavior.

With six plaintiffs now out, only Matthews’ allegations remain. She claimed Combs assaulted her in Illinois in 2014 after a night of heavy drinking.

Khorram’s lawyers have filed a motion to dismiss Matthews’ complaint.

They argue the laws cited don’t apply retroactively, fall outside the statute of limitations and don’t cover incidents beyond New York City.

They also say the filing fails to meet the legal threshold for a sex trafficking claim.

If the court grants the motion, Khorram will be entirely removed from the case.

The six dismissals follow Diddy’s own courtroom victory on July 2, when a jury cleared him of federal sex trafficking and RICO charges but convicted him on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution.

His sentencing is slated for October 3.

Dr. Sebi’s Son Isn’t Here for Nick Cannon’s Documentary–Calls Out “Betrayers”

What’s up, my beautiful people? Illseed here, and I saw something that got my attention.

There was something spicy in a recent Victor Bowman interview. Bowman is the son of the late, great Dr. Sebi. Like five years back, Nick Cannon was trying to finish a doc on the holistic healer. Remember, Nick was picking up the baton for Nip The Great, who was working on this documentary. And then he was murdered.

In AllHipHop‘s exclusive convo with him, Victor kept it ALL the way real about that long-talked-about Dr. Sebi documentary. Not sure of Nick released it or if it’s permanently shelved. I know he’f been “working on it” for years. Now, a lot of us thought Nick had good intentions, but he may not have know the serious nuance in telling such a controversial figure’s story.

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“I’m loyal to my father, not the people in the documents,” Victor told us. “There’s a lot of wrong information in there. And some of the same people in that documentary? They’re the ones that betrayed my father.” A-YO!

Betrayed is a heavy word, folks. But Victor didn’t mince words. He said these so-called allies weren’t there when his father was in jail. They weren’t at the funeral. They weren’t putting in that work when Dr. Sebi needed them most. Powerful words.

So now, to see them popping up in this proposed doc, attaching themselves to the Sebi name? Victor isn’t having it. “Why are you doing something with the enemy of Dr. Sebi?” he asked of Nick. I don’t think he’s got beef with him, but wanted him to do more research.  Taking these people’s word was not it.

Like Left Eye and others, Nick brought new attention to Dr. Sebi’s life’s work. But if Victor’s not co-signing, then we ned to look a bit father. The “real ones” from Sebi’s circle might be the reason we never saw this documentary.

That has not stopped Doc’s youngest.

Victor is out here doing the work: running his Bolingo Balance stores in New York and Philly, helping people with herbal remedies, and even throwing a Dr. Sebi Day in Brooklyn on August 6. That “day” lasts this weekend, by the way.

I know Nick’s heart was in the right place on this one. Other celebs like Kanye West and Kendrick Lamar were in alignment, having already shown love to the Sebi legacy. I think Victor is just reminding everybody—it’s not about clout. I do not think Nick will respond, but if he does, it will be quiet, respectful and personal.

Nicki Minaj & Dez Bryant Make Nice After Threats, $10M Offer To Fight It Out

Nicki Minaj and Dez Bryant finally called a timeout on their back-and-forth after things got real ugly, real fast—including a $10 million fight offer and some personal jabs that hit way below the belt.

The whole thing blew up when Bryant, a former NFL wideout, clapped back at some comments from Cowboys owner Jerry Jones about his past deals with Roc Nation.

That’s when Nicki jumped in, dragging her beef with Jay-Z’s company into the mix and throwing shots in every direction.

Nicki tweeted, “Hey, it’s Nicki Minaj. How about we play a game? Every time you do a ‘Jerry Jones’ or ‘NFL’ story time, I’ll do a ‘story time’ of my own. All my stories will be about ROC NATION, JAY-Z & THE ALLEGED RACIST DESIREE PEREZ, ROC NATION CEO. I hope you fully understand the rules. It’s your turn.”

From there, it spiraled. Nicki brought up Dez’s 2012 domestic violence case involving his mom, which he’s always denied. Dez fired back by bringing up Nicki’s husband, Kenneth,Petty’s sex offender status.

Then Nicki took it all the way left by offering a $10 million cash prize for Dez to fight her man.

She posted, “$10 million cash to fight my husband \@dezbryant. Since you like fighting.” Dez didn’t hold back either, replying, “I’ll stomp that dude in front of you.”

For a minute, it looked like things might get uglier. But surprisingly, Dez hit the brakes and came with an apology on X.

“On some G s###.. \@nickiminaj, I really don’t like the misunderstanding we had between each other.. I apologize for bringing up your husband’s past..it’s a shame only negative things make headlines between two black people who have much influence on our community. I’m at war every day with myself to better myself for my kids and the kids who are watching me, and the last thing I wanna do is argue over some stupid s**t. I pray for peace and positivity your way.”

Nicki kept it cool and classy with her reply: “Apology accepted, Dez. Let’s keep it positive. Wishing you and your family well.”

Both sides are back in their corners and trying to keep things peaceful—for now.

No, J. Cole Didn’t Sell Dreamville Records—Manager Snuffs Out Recent Rumors

J. Cole handed out sizable checks to his Dreamville roster after cutting ties with Universal Music Group, but according to his longtime manager Ibrahim “Ib” Hamad, the label wasn’t sold—it was just a payday from a closed chapter.

The payout, first mentioned during a Bas interview with Elliott Wilson and later discussed on The Joe Budden Podcast, sparked speculation that Dreamville had been sold. But Hamad quickly shut that down on social media, saying the windfall was simply a result of ending their deal with UMG.

“For those that misunderstood, we did not sell Dreamville lol,” Hamad posted on Twitter. “Never will, never would. We ended our Dreamville partnership with umg and some blessings came with that. and When blessings come your way it’s only right to share those blessings with the family. Just some clarity.”

J.I.D, one of Dreamville’s standout artists, praised J. Cole for his generosity and leadership during the transition.

“Cole looked out for everybody that was a part of Dreamville,” J.I.D said. “That’s one of the most beautiful things in hip-hop right there. That never f_ing happens. And it happens to the regard where, if n_as on Dreamville that was a part of it don’t want to do music and they just want to move on with their life, they would be good. Be straight. You do it because you love it.”

He continued, “I’m just saying. If we want to speak to real s**t in the industry, if we want to talk about an apology, apologize 30 more times. That is the greatest n#### on f###### Earth. In this predatory ass industry. N#### was blessed in the most unimaginable, selfless… You ain’t have to do that. I know hella n##### who sold their subsidiaries or whatever and… Huh… For sure. That’s one of the greatest things I’ve ever seen in music.”

Dreamville’s split from UMG had not been officially announced prior to these interviews, but the label’s internal moves and public praise from its artists have made it clear that the transition was handled with care and loyalty.

The label’s partnership with UMG officially ended earlier this year.

Eminem Broke Down In Tears After Missing Daughter’s Recital Following Overdose

Eminem revealed the emotional aftermath of his 2007 overdose and the guilt that followed after missing his daughter’s music recital during his recovery.

In the new documentary STANS, the Detroit rap icon recounted the moment he realized the toll his drug addiction had taken on his family life.

The film, which explores the complicated bond between Eminem and his audience, features a raw account of the rapper’s near-fatal experience with methadone in December 2007.

“I got into this vicious cycle of, ‘I’m depressed so I need more pills,’ and then your tolerance gets so high you end up overdosing,” he said in the film. “I woke up in the hospital and I didn’t know what the f### happened. It seemed like I fell asleep, and I woke up with tubes in me and s###. I wanted to get up. I couldn’t move. After the overdose, I came home going, ‘Yo, bro, I need something.’”

The turning point came when he discovered he had missed his daughter Hailie Jade’s first guitar recital. Hailie, now 29, has since built a career as a social media personality.

“The amount of guilt that I felt, I cried when I saw it because I was like, ‘Oh my God, I missed that,’” Eminem said. “Do you want to miss everything? If you can’t do it for yourself… then at least do it for them.”

The Hip-Hop legend has remained sober since April 2008, a milestone he has acknowledged publicly over the years.

Directed by Steven Leckart, STANS is currently screening in select theaters and will be available to stream on Paramount+ later this year.

The film takes its title from Eminem’s 2000 hit “Stan,” which has since become cultural shorthand for obsessive fandom.

Hip-Hop’s Media OG Ebro Darden Talks Power Moves, Apple, Hot 97 & Rappers As Media

Ebro Darden isn’t just a recognizable voice in Hip-Hop—he’s a force behind its evolution across platforms. From his early days behind the mic to shaping culture through Apple Music and Hot 97, Ebro has walked a path few could navigate. His dual roles in both terrestrial radio and digital streaming are almost unheard of, especially in a media landscape marked by consolidation, layoffs, and influencer chaos. But Ebro? He bet on himself.

In this AllHipHop exclusive, Chuck “Jigsaw” Creekmur reconnects with his longtime peer and friend to talk shop. They reflect on how Ebro went from programming Hot 97 to commanding boardrooms at Apple. The conversation touches on Hip-Hop’s fragmented media climate, the line between hype and substance, and why artists now court controversy. This isn’t just an interview. It’s a masterclass in surviving and thriving in the modern music industry.

AllHipHop: First off, can I call you a legend?

Ebro: (Laughs) I don’t know, bro. We came up together!

AllHipHop: You’ve shifted from programming director behind the scenes to becoming a front-facing media force. How did that transition happen?

Ebro: I actually started on the air at 15. I moved to New York to get away from it and learn the business side—promotions, marketing, managing. I knew I wouldn’t be on the mic forever, so I made sure I understood every part of the radio game. When the opportunity came to go back on-air in 2012, I took it. But it was also a standoff. I was VP of the market, and new management didn’t want me holding influence across multiple stations. So I bet on myself.

AllHipHop: Respect. But they let you work with Apple too?

Ebro: They couldn’t stop me. (Laughs) Apple isn’t in the terrestrial radio business. My job there is more managerial. I run a team. I also host shows, but that’s just part of it. My primary job is Apple. They allow me to do Hot 97, which is rare. It’s about understanding business and how to provide value across platforms.

AllHipHop: That’s a flex.

Ebro: It’s just configuring things right. I’ve been doing this for over 30 years. It’s about staying useful and finding your lane, even when the lanes change.

AllHipHop: Speaking of change, media is a whole new beast. How do you feel about where Hip-Hop media is today?

Ebro: It’s layered. I love that people still want to make Hip-Hop, even if we don’t love every sound. The culture is alive with different subgenres and people still care enough to argue and fight for positions. But here’s what’s bugging me: there’s a lot of talk about the music, but how much time are people actually listening to the music?

AllHipHop: That’s real.

Ebro: Artists aren’t getting streams, so they chase attention in other ways. The drama becomes marketing. It’s not just about the music anymore. It’s about the moment, the headline, the click. That’s how the system rewards you. But I get it. People are trying to feed their families.

AllHipHop: Fat Joe, Jim Jones, Jadakiss…they’ve all been in the headlines. But it’s hard to know if it’s about the music or the media storm.

Ebro: Exactly. Sometimes it feels like troll behavior, but that’s the attention economy. Content about Hip-Hop is thriving, but playing Hip-Hop? That’s another story. There’s more arguing than listening.

AllHipHop: Do you think that pendulum will swing back?

Ebro: I hope so. Maybe people will crave real music experiences again. Right now, clicks run the culture. But artists are leaning into things they care about—passion, conversation, debate. And I think that still matters.

AllHipHop: You’ve always been standup. We appreciate you, bro.

Ebro: Always love, man. We’ve been solid since day one.

T-Hood’s Final Instagram Post Before Shooting Death Haunts Followers

T-Hood was shot and killed on Friday (August 8) after being shot during a dispute at his home in unincorporated Snellville according to Gwinnett County police.

The 33-year-old Georgia rapper, born Tevin Hood and known in the Southern rap scene for tracks like “READY 2 GO,” “Big Booty” and “Perculator,” was found with gunshot wounds at a residence on Lee Road around 7 p.m. local time. Officers administered first aid before he was taken to a nearby hospital, where he later died.

Police confirmed one person has been detained in connection with the shooting. Investigators are still interviewing witnesses as part of the ongoing homicide case.

Hood’s mother, Yulanda, confirmed her son was the victim and pushed back on online speculation that a party was underway at the time of the incident.

The rapper’s final Instagram post came just a week before his death. In it, he wore a white sheet with red paint around the eye holes, resembling blood, while standing in a cemetery to promote his song “Grave Diggerz.”

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T-Hood joked in the video, “Hello, are you still alive? We are dead down at the cemetery. come down to the cemetery I have a spot for you.” He added, “All you have to do it die. Just die today. You die today you get to come and play – come on down.”

The post has since drawn emotional responses from followers, many of whom expressed disbelief and grief. “I just woke up to the news man I do not want to believe it,” one user wrote. Another commented, “They always take the best ones, your light was too m### bright for this lame a** world.” A third added, “We never gon stop pushing your legacy.”

Music producer Deddotwill also paid tribute on social media, writing, “We was just on the phone all day I cant believe you are gone. REST IN PEACE T-HOOD I LOVE YOU BROTHER.”

Authorities have yet to release the name of the individual detained.

Ice Cube Calls Out ICE For Terrorizing Immigrant Communities In L.A.

Ice Cube called out federal immigration authorities for what he described as aggressive and dehumanizing tactics during recent raids in Los Angeles targeting immigrant communities.

The Hip-Hop icon voiced his outrage during an appearance on REAL 92.3 LA’s The Cruz Show, where he criticized U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for storming places of worship, schools and family events.

“To see people disrespected like that, and federal government just being too heavy-handed and disrespectful, going to churches and weddings and grabbing people out of those schools,” he said. “It’s like, ‘Come on man, y’all just overdoing it.’”

The interview, posted Friday (August 7), came just one day after Border Patrol agents reportedly leapt from a rented truck and detained individuals outside a Home Depot in Los Angeles. The operation, referred to by one official as “Operation Trojan Horse,” has drawn backlash from civil rights groups and local leaders.

“It hurts, because it’s all kind of different situations been going around, as far as immigration,” Cube said. “Nobody’s safe, man. They don’t care who they grab. It’s sad. They come in and disrespect everybody. They want to traumatize people, too.”

The N.W.A legend didn’t hold back when describing the emotional toll these raids are having on the region’s Latino population. “It’s just sad, man,” he added. “I can’t wait ’til this period is over. I don’t know how we’re going to get to the end, but it’s crazy to see people dragged out of their spots of refuge.”

Tensions in Los Angeles have been rising since June, when protests erupted in response to Donald Trump’s mass deportation push. The administration deployed the National Guard to assist ICE in its enforcement efforts across the city. Despite a federal judge’s order—upheld by a federal appeals court—blocking indiscriminate arrests, raids have continued.

Cube joins a growing list of artists speaking out against the immigration crackdown, including Tyler, The Creator, Olivia Rodrigo, Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong and Kehlani.

ICE has ramped up operations in Southern California in recent months, often targeting locations where undocumented individuals are likely to gather. According to local reports, agents have conducted arrests outside schools, workplaces and even during religious ceremonies. Community advocates have accused the agency of using intimidation tactics to instill fear, even among legal residents.

Ice-T Takes On Fentanyl In New Documentary

Ice-T is stepping behind the camera with Fame and Fentanyl, a two-hour A&E special airing August 25 at 9 P.M. ET, spotlighting the deadly grip of fentanyl across America and the lives it continues to steal—including those of Prince, Mac Miller, and Coolio.

The Hip-Hop icon serves as both host and executive producer of the documentary, which weaves together harrowing stories from grieving families, law enforcement officials and the music industry’s most tragic losses.

The project aims to expose the scope of fentanyl’s devastation and educate viewers on its lethal presence in the drug supply.

“Fentanyl, for me, came out of nowhere. By the time I learned about the drug, I had already lost people to it. It’s a poison in the drug world, and I wanted to do everything that I could to make people aware of its danger,” Ice-T said in a statement about the project. “Everyone knows someone who has fallen victim to fentanyl.”

The film arrives as the U.S. sees a sharp decline in overdose deaths.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drug-related fatalities dropped from 110,037 in 2023 to 80,391 in 2024—a 27% decrease.

Opioid overdoses, including those involving fentanyl, fell from 83,140 to 54,743 during the same period. Still, fentanyl remains the leading cause of overdose deaths, accounting for nearly 70% of all drug fatalities.

“These are the stories that everyone needs to hear,” Ice-T added.

Among those stories are the high-profile deaths of artists who unknowingly consumed fentanyl-laced substances. Prince died in 2016 after taking counterfeit painkillers containing the synthetic opioid.

Mac Miller passed away in 2018 from a mix of fentanyl, cocaine and alcohol.

Coolio, best known for “Gangsta’s Paradise,” died in 2022 with fentanyl, heroin and methamphetamine in his system.

The list continues with Rich Homie Quan, who died in 2024 from a combination of fentanyl, codeine, alprazolam and promethazine.

The documentary dives into how fentanyl is often consumed unknowingly, as it’s frequently mixed with other substances.

According to the Drug Enforcement Administration, 5 out of 10 pills tested in 2024 contained a potentially lethal dose of fentanyl—down from 7 out of 10 the year before.

The CDC also reported that overdose rates are still disproportionately high among Black, Hispanic, American Indian and multiracial populations, with the highest death rates among adults over 55.

Doechii Lost It Over Lady Gaga Love

Doechii reacted with disbelief and gratitude when Lady Gaga called her “immediately legendary” in a recent British Vogue interview, a moment the rising Hip-Hop artist described as both validating and surreal.

The “Denial is a River” performer told People she was utterly taken aback when she learned about the praise from the pop icon.

“I audibly gasped, literally,” she said. “I’m the biggest Lady Gaga fan, and she is so dedicated to her creativity and pushing the limits, so for a legend like that to say that about me, it really, really validated me in a humbling way.”

Gaga, in her British Vogue feature, didn’t hold back her admiration.

“You don’t often see someone come out of the gate with a pen that feels immediately legendary,” Gaga said. “That’s Doechii to me.”

Despite the admiration being mutual, Doechii explained why she hasn’t sought advice from the “Abracadabra” singer.

“I think when you meet Lady Gaga, she naturally has an essence about her,” she said. “You just kind of listen, and you don’t even have to ask her for anything. I think she just pours herself naturally onto people.”

Known for her genre-blending sound and lyrical edge, Doechii has already collaborated with artists like Lauryn Hill and Tyler, the Creator.

But when asked who she’d love to work with next, she didn’t hesitate.

“Let’s see. I mean, at this point, Beyoncé,” she said. “She’s the standard. Yeah, I’m going to say Bey.”

The People interview was published on May 31.

Kodak Black’s Ex Details Shocking Abuse, Says He Dislocated Her Jaw

Kodak Black is getting dragged by his ex and baby mama, Maranda Johnson, who claims the rapper put his hands on her and left her with a busted jaw—while he’s out here whining about child support.

Johnson went off online, airing out years of alleged abuse and calling out Kodak for ducking his responsibilities.

“You knocked me out and dislocated my jaw,” she said. “Police came to the house. I protected you. I’m always protecting you, I’m just always protecting your image, period.”

This comes after Johnson filed for over $56k a month in child support, based on Kodak’s reported income.

A judge didn’t give her that much, but ordered him to cough up $8,500 a month for now. Kodak clapped back, telling her to “get a job” and calling the amount wild.

But Johnson isn’t backing down.

“I never requested $56,000. Based off his income, that’s how much his children are entitled to an I’m still not even asking for half of that,” she said. She also said she’s been doing everything solo when it comes to taking care of their kids. “It’s like pulling teeth getting him to try to do anything for his kids,” Johnson said.

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Things between them got even messier after a birthday bash for one of Kodak’s kids at The Manor nightclub in Wilton Manors, Florida. Kodak invited all three of his baby mamas, and surprise—chaos broke out.

Johnson allegedly popped off, yanked another woman’s wig off and threw punches.

It didn’t stop at fists either. Cops say property inside the club got wrecked—think busted toilet, smashed monitor, broken printer.

Johnson got picked up later at the courthouse and slapped with five felony counts of criminal mischief. She’s now locked up in Broward Main Jail with her bond set at $12,500.

This isn’t her first rodeo either. Johnson had previous run-ins with Kodak’s other baby moms that also ended in cuffs. She’s due back in court on August 18 for this latest mess.

Johnson says she’s been holding Kodak down for years, even shielding him from legal trouble.

“You always put your hands on me, and I never sent you to jail. I never played police games with you, bro. Like, this s### is lame. Like, you’re lame for that.”

Diddy Wants To Counsel Abuse Victims, Cassie’s Lawyer Isn’t Having It

Diddy thinking he can coach domestic abusers after being convicted himself is not going over well—his accusers and their legal teams are calling BS on the whole thing.

The Hip-Hop mogul is reportedly pitching a redemption arc that involves him mentoring others who’ve committed abuse, which his lawyers are using to try and snag a lighter sentence.

But the folks who’ve accused him say this whole “counselor” gig is a joke—and not a funny one.

Douglas Wigdor, who represents Cassie Ventura, told Rolling Stone, “This is utterly preposterous. How are you going to counsel someone else when you haven’t done the work on yourself? This is manipulation at its best.”

Let’s back up—Diddy was hit with a guilty verdict in July for violating the Mann Act, which means he crossed state lines with people for illegal sex acts.

That conviction came after a long list of lawsuits and a video from 2016 that CNN dropped last year, showing him beating on Cassie at a hotel in LA.

He apologized after the video came out, but critics say it’s way too little, way too late. His sentencing is locked in for October 3, and his team’s trying to spin this “I want to help others” angle hard.

But Wigdor isn’t buying it.

“It’s a mockery of the system. It’s a mockery of everyone he’s harmed. He needs intensive therapy,” he told Rolling Stone.

DJ Hurricane Leads Star-Studded JMJ-MCA Day Honoring Jam Master Jay & MCA

DJ Hurricane will lead a star-studded tribute to two Hip-Hop pioneers—Jam Master Jay and MCA—during JMJ-MCA Day on Sunday (August 10) at the Coney Island Aquarium Mural Boardwalk in New York City, where the music will run from 12 to 6 p.m. ET.

The event, presented by Together Forever and backed by Category 6, Hurricane’s upcoming album, will feature performances from a lineup of Hip-Hop royalty.

Jam Master Jay’s son, DJ Jam Master J’Son, the Juice Crew’s Craig G, House of Pain’s Danny Boy, Kool Rock Ski of the Fat Boys, T La Rock, Schoolly D and Chief Rocker Busy Bee are all set to take the stage alongside DJ Hurricane, who rose to fame as the longtime DJ for the Beastie Boys.

The celebration honors the legacies of two foundational figures in Hip-Hop history. Jam Master Jay, the influential DJ of Run-DMC, helped bring turntablism into the mainstream and played a key role in merging rap with rock. He was shot and killed in a Queens recording studio on October 30, 2002. His death remained unsolved for years before two suspects were indicted in 2020.

Adam “MCA” Yauch,  a founding member of the Beastie Boys, was known for his gravelly voice, activism and vision that helped steer the group from party anthems to more socially conscious material. He died on May 4, 2012, after a three-year battle with cancer of the parotid gland.

JMJ-MCA Day aims to honor their contributions through music, community and celebration. The event is free and open to the public.

Gillie Da King Lashes Out Over Internet Conspiracy Theory That He “Sacrificed” His Son

Gillie Da King clapped back at trolls accusing him of sacrificing his own son, YNG Cheese, after the 25-year-old was gunned down in Philly last summer.

The Philly rapper and podcast host wasn’t here for the wild internet theories floating around about his son’s murder and let it fly during a recent convo.

“My son got murdered in a ghetto in Philadelphia, standing on the corner. But n***as talk about ‘I sacrificed my son,'” he said, clearly fed up. “Do you know how ignorant that is, bro?”

Gillie Da King didn’t sugarcoat a thing and made it crystal clear that no keyboard warrior could mess with his peace.

“Listen, do you understand how I’m one of the realest n##### ever living, man? You can’t offend me by typing some dumb s### at the bottom of the joint,” he snapped.

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He explained that he’s already made peace with the loss of his son, born Devin Spady, who was shot in the back during a triple shooting in the Olney section of Philly on July 20, 2023.

He flipped the hate right back on the trolls, calling out their bad karma.

“All you’re doing is putting negative energy on yourself. All you’re doing is shortening somebody’s life up on your side. So when your mama or one of your aunts or your brother check out in the next six months, you put that negative energy on them. The world works off of energy buddy.”

He was especially heated by the idea that anyone would think he’d sacrifice his own kid for clout or money.

“You on here telling a n####, a solid n#### like me, that he killed his son for money. A n#### think he’s hurting me by typing that s###. He’s hurting his own family,” Gillie Da King added.

Months after the shooting, Gillie said the cops told him that the alleged shooter was 17-year-old Noah Scurry, a high school basketball standout who was fatally shot himself in January 2025 outside his home.

Gillie Da King said his son wasn’t even the intended target—someone else was caught in street drama and YNG Cheese got caught in the crossfire.

The whole thing’s been a public nightmare for the Million Dollaz Worth of Game co-host, who’s been using his platform to speak on gun violence ever since.

Conway The Machine’s Love For Freddie Gibbs Rumored To Be Centerpiece Of Benny “Beef”

Conway The Machine and Freddie Gibbs might just be friends. The digital streets are whispering.

Rumors recently swirled after Benny The Butcher and Conway allegedly clashed while overseas in Paris.

What was supposed to be a powerful show turned into a rumor-fest, with each artist performing separately. But the rumors don’t stop there. One source described it as more than a simple disagreement — claiming a physical altercation nearly broke out, leaving one person knocked out and another allegedly pulling a knife. Since then, Benny and his team have gone radio silent, neither confirming nor denying the incident.

What makes the situation even messier is that Conway has shown a lot of love for Gibbs – post-fight. This is bold considering the known history between Freddie Gibbs and Benny’s crew.

Years ago, Gibbs and Benny had a serious public feud. And when Gibbs went to Benny’s hometown of Buffalo, he got jumped. While Gibbs still took the stage afterward, he performed visibly bruised. It was no secret that Benny’s camp was suspected of being involved.

It was the kind of moment that made Hip-Hop heads wince. I cringed. Benny and Gibbs had cooked up some of the best lyrical work together before things went sour. Watching violence cut short that creative magic was a reminder of how fragile greatness can be when ego and street politics get in the way.

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How did we get to this parallel universe? This is wack!

It’s not clear whether Conway’s positive vibes and love for all have reignited old tensions, but some observers are connecting the dots. We need answers. After all, Benny and Conway are family, and in Hip-Hop, loyalty still carries weight. But, Conway once rapped, “pick a side.”

For now, there’s no confirmation on what caused the alleged Paris fallout. But Griselda’s silence on the matter only fuels rumors. Each artist continues to move solo, promoting projects and performing without acknowledging the growing whispers. Talk to us. Or, better yet, talk to each other. You guys need each other more than you think.

In an era where grown-man rap and lyrical excellence are already rare, watching Griselda and Gibbs beef is more than disappointing. We need this to work out. It’s a reminder that while rap beef has always been part of the game, so is growth.

Hip-Hop doesn’t always make space for peace. But that doesn’t mean the artists can’t.

For the record, we love all these dudes! They are APEX MCs in the new era. 

EXCLUSIVE: Diddy’s 84‑Year-Old Mom Denies Helping Scam Executive Out Of Ownership In Bad Boy

Janice Smalls is calling BS on a lawsuit that claims she helped her son Diddy screw over a former Bad Boy exec out of millions—saying she had nothing to do with that mess and wants the whole thing tossed.

The 84-year-old mom of the Hip-Hop mogul is fighting back in Manhattan federal court, where Kirk Burrowes is suing over a piece of Bad Boy Entertainment he says was snatched from him back in the ’90s.

Burrowes is coming for Diddy, his longtime lawyer Kenneth Meiselas, and now Smalls—claiming she played clean-up crew after he was allegedly forced to give up his 25% stake and 15% profit cut in 1996.

Smalls says that’s all cap.

In new court papers, she’s asking the judge to shut it down, saying she’s never owned a piece of Bad Boy, had zero involvement in the alleged strong-arm play and hasn’t even lived in New York since 2012.

She’s been in Florida, minding her business and paying taxes like everyone else.

Burrowes has already tried to get this case off the ground—twice.

First in 2003, then again in state court. Both got booted for being way past the deadline. Smalls’ lawyers say this third try is more of the same, calling it “frivolous” and “preposterous.”

Burrowes claims Diddy and Meiselas threatened him into signing over his stake and says Smalls later helped hide the whole thing.

He even says she admitted it at a Diana Ross party in 2019. But Smalls’ team says even if that were true, the statute of limitations still ran out before Burrowes filed in 2025.

The legal squad also argues that the fraud claims don’t have the receipts required under court rules, and that the rest of the lawsuit is just a remix of old contract beefs dressed up as new charges.

They say the “unjust enrichment” and “conversion” claims are basically the same thing, that the consumer fraud law doesn’t apply, and that “civil conspiracy” isn’t even a valid claim in New York without a real crime to back it.

Bottom line, Smalls says she’s not the villain here and wants out of this legal circus.

The judge hasn’t ruled yet, and Burrowes’ lawyers haven’t said a word.

Cardi B Uses Her BBL To Justify Fat Shaming Jokes

Cardi B took a jab at plus-size folks while hyping her upcoming Am I The Drama? album merch drop and used her BBL as her defense card.

The Bronx rap queen hit Instagram Live and cracked a joke about underestimating how many 3XL tees she needed for her album bundles.

“So the box sets are completely sold out, especially because you fat f####, clearly you guys are fat as f###, no Chick-fil-A for y’all.”

She kept the same energy, saying, “I could body shame people cause y’all body-shame me. If y’all body shame me, I could body shame y’all. You could talk about my body and I talk about yours, so it doesn’t matter. I call you fat, though it’s not a big deal. You can talk about my BBL all day, but I haven’t talked about you being fat all day.”

The comments set off some backlash online, but Cardi circled back on another Live to explain she clowns everybody and doesn’t care who gets mad.

She pointed out how she’s been roasted for her body for years and doesn’t lose sleep over it anymore.

“It got to the point that when people talk s### about my body, I don’t even care no more. You want to know why? ‘Cause I’m content with how I look and I’m not laying in that table no more. I’m 33 and I’m old as f### and I got s### to do. I can’t take two months off no more cause I got surgery. I’m not gonna apologize though cause ya’ll sensitive cause ya’ll wanna cry about some dumb s###.”

This isn’t the first time she’s had to speak on her BBL.

She previously clapped back at a wild rumor claiming Stefon Diggs ghosted her over the smell of it.

Cardi shut that narrative down quick, saying, “First of all, I don’t know who made that up. But, btch, that’s you … That’s on you, btch. That could never be me.”

So while Cardi’s catching flak over her merch rollout, she’s standing ten toes down—BBL and all.

“Narcicisst” Rapper Finesse2Tymes Cut Off His Mom, Launches GoFundMe To Avoid Homelessness

Finesse2Tymes is catching heat at home—his mom, Pluria Alexander, says she’s getting kicked out after he stopped footing the bill and now she’s begging for help online.

Alexander launched a GoFundMe asking for $6K to cover moving costs after claiming her son bailed on her financially and emotionally.

Pluria says she’s now locked in a fight to stay housed in Texas after her landlord gave her a few days to pay up or pack it up. In the GoFundMe description, she didn’t sugarcoat anything.

“I’m reaching out for help as I face eviction and the urgent need to find a new place to live. Until recently, my son was helping me pay my bills, but after a falling out, I’ve been left to manage everything on my own,” Alexander said.

She added that this isn’t the first time he’s left her out to dry. “This is the third time my son’s actions have left me homeless and each time it becomes harder to recover.”

Before she moved to Texas, Alexander says she had her life together in Memphis with a steady job, her own place and a car. Now she’s struggling with anxiety, depression and what she describes as “narcissistic abuse” from her son.

On top of that, she’s got a legal mess to deal with. Alexander says she got caught up in a scam involving Nigerian fraudsters last year and is now dealing with a pending money laundering charge.

She says that the charge is making it nearly impossible for her to find a new apartment.

“I’ve already been denied by three different apartments,” she wrote.

She’s asking for help to cover moving costs, transportation and security deposits so she can stay close to family and try to get back on her feet.

“I’m doing everything I can to stay close to my family and maintain my health, but the stress is overwhelming,” Alexander said.

Alexander says she’s not ashamed to ask for help.

“Your support would mean the world to me. It would give me a chance to start over, stay near my loved ones, and focus on my health and well-being while I navigate this difficult legal situation,” she said.

Tokyo Toni Drags 50 Cent for Clowning Women & Acting Like “Cold-Blooded B##ch”

Tokyo Toni ripped into 50 Cent, calling him out for being petty, bitter and obsessed with other people’s lives.

The reality TV wild card—who’s best known as Blac Chyna‘s no-filter mom and a walking viral moment—didn’t sugarcoat a damn thing when she lit into 50 over his constant drama with women.

“It’s amazing how that dude 50 Cent is so petty to be a grown ass man,” Tokyo Toni said. “That s### is sad as f###. These men are so emasculated. All they can do is gossip like cold-blooded b######.”

Then she really hit the gas.

“This man worried about everybody’s life, but his was f*cked up. No mother, got crushed, a lesbian, raised by your grandmother. No father. He aint have no love. He never felt that. And he’s always beefing with b######.”

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50 recently made headlines for suing the mother of one of his kids.

Last month, he sued Shaniqua Tompkins, the mother of his son Marquis, for allegedly violating a book deal by spilling personal tea online, including claims of abuse.

In x of y, he came for Daphne Joy, the mother of his younger son Sire, after she posted rape and abuse allegations on social media. That case was eventually settled.

But during the Diddy trial, she testified under the alias “Jane,” and 50 used his platform to publicly drag her over and over for having baby oil-fueled freak-offs with Diddy.

And let’s not forget that messy split with Vivica A. Fox, which turned into a full-blown online war that still gets brought up every now and then.

Earlier today, 50 posted a video of MC Lyte tripping onstage during a performance. While some folks laughed, others said it was straight-up disrespectful to a woman who helped build Hip-Hop.

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LL COOL J’s Wife Shares Emotional Message For 30th Wedding Anniversary

LL COOL J marked three decades of marriage with a heartfelt tribute from his wife Simone I. Smith on Thursday (August 7) as she shared a vintage photo and a deeply personal message on Instagram celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary.

“30 years of marriage today. All glory to our Lord and savior Jesus the Christ!” she wrote. “Marriage isn’t for the weak, it’s for the faithful. It takes work, love, listening, picking your battles, being a friend, a prayer warrior, a cheerleader, and a safe place.”

The post, which included a throwback photo of the couple in their early years, quickly drew warm wishes from friends and celebrities.

Xscape’s Tamika Scott and Laila Ali both commented “Happy Anniversary,” while Mary J. Blige added, “Happy Anniversary Simone!! and Todd!! 30 years that’s amazing!!”

Simone continued her message with a reflection on the journey they’ve taken together.

“Every marriage has its own DNA. There’s no blueprint… just grace, commitment, and two people willing to grow through every season together,” she wrote. “We’ve laughed, cried, prayed, forgiven, and grown—together. We did the work, and God did the rest. 30 years. Countless memories. One God who kept us. LORD I THANK YOU!”

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LL COOL J met Simone in 1987 in New York City when they were both teenagers. After nearly eight years of dating, they tied the knot on August 7, 1995.

In his 1997 memoir I Make My Own Rules, the Hip-Hop icon recalled his unconventional proposal—speeding down the road in his Porsche, turning down the music, and asking her to marry him without slowing the car until she said yes.

The couple has four children—Najee, Italia, Samaria and Nina—and are now grandparents to four grandchildren.

Dealing With LL COOL J’s Sex Symbol Status

In March, Simone opened up on the “Banking on Cultura” podcast about navigating her husband’s public image as a sex symbol.

“I’ve had my times where I would be going off and mad at this one ‘cuz they looked at him this way,” she said. “But that was years ago.”

She added that while she’s fine with women admiring his looks, there’s a line. “The disrespect—I can’t deal with. At 54, I’m ready to take off the hoops,” she joked.