Kodak Black is now the only defendant left in a $10.6 million civil lawsuit filed by two men injured during a 2022 shooting outside a Los Angeles afterparty hosted by Justin Bieber, with the plaintiffs claiming the rapper instigated the violence that left them and Black wounded.
During a hearing Wednesday in Los Angeles, attorneys for Adam Rahman and Mark Schaefer asked the court to declare Black in default, alleging he never responded to the suit.
“Kodak has never been served with any lawsuit from California,” Black’s attorney Bradford Cohen told Rolling Stone. “I find it unusual that they’re attempting to sue the very person who was the most injured out of the individuals who got shot.”
The civil trial was initially scheduled to begin this month, but the judge has vacated the date.
The lawsuit initially named Bieber and the venue’s owners as co-defendants, but both were later removed.
In June 2024, a judge ruled the shooting was not “foreseeable” by the restaurant, leading to the dismissal of the corporate defendants. Bieber was voluntarily dropped from the case shortly after.
Rahman and Schaefer first sought a $62 million default judgment against Black in November 2023, but the court denied the request due to insufficient evidence of damages.
A revised claim for $10.6 million was also rejected last month after the judge said the plaintiffs had not provided adequate proof of their medical expenses.
The court has not yet ruled on the latest default request.
Teyana Taylor revealed she’s undergoing emergency surgery in Los Angeles to remove a benign growth from her vocal cords, forcing her to step away from public appearances as she focuses on recovery.
She broke the news through her Instagram Story, telling followers, “I’ve been quietly dealing with some vocal challenges for a while now,” and that doctors “found a noncancerous growth on one of my chords that’s been messing with my voice and causing real discomfort.”
Although the diagnosis is not life-threatening, the 34-year-old said it requires immediate attention and rest.
“Thankfully, we caught it and it’s treatable, but it does mean I need to pause and give myself time to fully heal,” she wrote. As a result, Taylor has pulled out of her scheduled appearance on Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson’s IMO podcast.
However, she confirmed that the release date for her upcoming album, Escape Room, remains unchanged. The project is still set to drop on August 22.
Describing the album as deeply personal, Teyana Taylor shared, “It’s the most personal body of work I’ve ever created. Just as I was getting ready to finally share this with you, life handed me my own unexpected ‘escape room,’ one I didn’t ask for, but one I now have to find my way out of with patience, rest, and faith.”
Despite the setback, Taylor remains optimistic about her comeback.
“I can’t wait to be on the other side of this – stronger, softer, and singing again,” she wrote. “I’ll be back with even more fire, more purpose, and the best version of me.”
Escape Room will be Taylor’s fourth studio album and her first major release since retiring from music in 2020.
Diddy’s legal team is tripping over their own words—one lawyer says they never hollered at Donald Trump for a pardon, while another one swears they did.
Marc Agnifilo, Diddy’s main legal mouthpiece, told CBS News flat-out, “I have nothing to do with a possible pardon. I have had conversations with nobody. I have not spoken to the president. I have not spoken to anybody who speaks to the president about Sean Combs. I have not.”
But hold up—Attorney Nicole Westmoreland, who’s also on Diddy’s team, told CNN something totally different. “It’s my understanding that we’ve reached out and had conversations in reference to a pardon,” she said.
So either someone’s confused, or this team isn’t on the same page. Meanwhile, Trump’s been flippin’ back and forth too.
But last week, he cooled off on the idea during a Newsmax interview, saying, “I was very friendly with him, I got along with him great, and he seemed like a nice guy. I didn’t know him well, but when I ran for office, he was very hostile.”
So at this point, nobody knows if a pardon’s even on the table—or if Diddy’s people are even asking for one.
For now, Diddy’s looking at a possible 20-year bid after getting hit with two convictions tied to prostitution.
The jury cleared him of the worst charges like sex trafficking and racketeering, but two of the transportation of prostitutes across state lines in violation of the Mann Act counts stuck.
Diddy heads back to court on October 3 for sentencing. Prosecutors are only asking for about 4.5 years, although the judge has the discretion to send the disgraced mogul to prison for as many as twenty years.
In 2025, the race to grow an online presence is fiercer than ever. On Instagram, where algorithms favor engagement and social proof is currency, it’s no longer enough to rely solely on organic reach.
Instagram follower services—tools designed to give your profile an edge by boosting your audience numbers quickly and (when done right) safely. But not all services are equal. Some flood your profile with bots, while others focus on organic growth, real follower acquisition, and long-term retention.
Below are the five best Instagram follower services of the year. Each has a unique approach, pricing model, and value proposition. Whether you’re an influencer, startup, or creator, this guide helps you choose the one that aligns with your goals.
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Through advanced targeting—using hashtags, competitor profiles, and geolocation filters—Social Boost’s team interacts with potential followers to drive traffic to your account. This method results in high engagement and long-term follower retention.
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The platform analyzes your content type, ideal demographics, and industry trends to pinpoint users who are most likely to engage. It then promotes your profile in a way that feels natural, avoiding sudden spikes that could alert Instagram’s algorithms.
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If you’re a marketer or strategist, PathSocial gives you the tools to grow smart, not just fast.
Not every brand wants instant followers. Some prefer slow, authentic-looking growth—and that’s exactly what Bulkoid delivers.
This platform prioritizes natural delivery speed, meaning your follower count increases gradually over days or weeks. It mimics real Instagram growth patterns, making it one of the safest Instagram follower services in terms of algorithm compliance.
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Especially useful for businesses and cautious creators
If safety and authenticity are your top priorities, Bulkoid offers sustainable follower growth that protects your brand’s integrity.
Known for its all-in-one Instagram engagement services, Media Mister lets you go beyond followers. You can also buy likes, saves, comments, views, and even story engagement—all from one dashboard.
Its value lies in the ability to create complete engagement packages for campaigns, launches, or promotions. Whether you’re managing your own brand or an agency’s client, Media Mister’s transparency and customization make it easy to scale.
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This is a solid choice for those needing multi-dimensional Instagram growth with full control over every metric.
Final Thoughts
Choosing the right Instagram follower service in 2025 is all about aligning your growth strategy with your brand’s goals. Whether you’re looking to boost credibility, increase reach, or build long-term engagement, each of these services offers a unique advantage:
Use Superviral for fast, reliable follower boosts
Try Social Boost for authentic, organic growth
Go with PathSocial if you prefer AI-guided, data-driven strategies
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Leverage Media Mister when you need complete campaign support
No matter which service you choose, remember: real success on Instagram still depends on consistent content, smart engagement, and meaningful storytelling. Use these services as a springboard—not a substitute—for genuine growth.
Damon Dash addressed his viral dental disaster and laid out his upcoming surgery plans during a new interview aired Wednesday (August 6) on Art of Dialogue, revealing the painful truth behind the moment that had social media in stitches last year.
The Hip-Hop mogul explained the backstory behind the now-infamous Instagram Live clip where his grill unexpectedly dropped mid-sentence while responding to 50 Cent, sparking a wave of memes and online jokes. But according to Dash, the situation was far from cosmetic—it was medical.
“So 20 years ago, I got titanium implants,” Dash explained. “It cost me hundreds of thousands of dollars. I was in my 20s. They’re not supposed to break. Five of them broke. Snapped. So now they have to break bone in — pause — my mouth, take the implants out, put new bone in there, and put five f###### implants in.”
The 54-year-old entrepreneur said he delayed the procedure due to his workload and health concerns.
“I’mma do it in September,” he added. “But I just had a lot of work to do, and I didn’t want to be that f##### up. I didn’t know how I was going to heal cuz I’m diabetic. But I’m going to get it fixed now.”
The viral moment, which happened earlier in 2024, led to widespread speculation and ridicule.
Still, Dash issued a warning to those who laughed a little too hard. “When I get my teeth right, then I’mma really get at everybody.”
Damon Dash Laughs Off Viral Mishap
Dash clarified at the time that the teeth weren’t dentures but part of a long-term dental implant system that requires replacement every two decades. He was simply caught between procedures.
Despite the online mockery, Dash maintained a sense of humor about the ordeal.
He even joked that the incident helped draw attention to the more serious topics he was discussing during the livestream. “I was praying my teeth would fall out so people would talk about the important points I was making,” he said.
Erica Banks, best known for her viral hit “Bust It,” got busted at Atlanta’s airport trying to slide through TSA with a stolen gun in her bag.
The rapper, who stars on Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, was stopped on Wednesday (August 6) at Hartsfield-Jackson after security found a loaded pistol in her carry-on purse.
Cops ran the serial number and boom—it came back hot. Turns out that gun was reported stolen back in 2018 out of Greenville, South Carolina.
Banks, whose real name is Erica Scharmane Breaux, told officers she didn’t even know the gun was in her bag and claimed it belonged to someone on her security crew.
When asked who? She kept it zipped and didn’t drop any names.
She got hauled off to Clayton County Jail and booked on a felony charge of theft by receiving stolen property. A few hours later, she was out.
Her legal team is already trying to get in front of it, saying she’s not the one to blame.
“It is our contention that when she was caught with this weapon, she had no idea it was stolen,” Erica Banks’ lawyer Jackie Patterson said. “So she is not guilty of any offense. And once we get to court on this case, my job is to make sure this never becomes a part of her criminal history and to have these charges dismissed.”
As of August 7, neither Banks nor her team has dropped a statement or cleared the air publicly.
She’s expected to show up in court soon to sort it all out.
Rick Ross‘ ex-girlfriend, Justice Williams, was allegedly caught on surveillance video ramming her luxury SUV into her baby daddy’s front gate and storming his property in a chaotic scene that has now gone viral across social media.
Clips circulating online appear to show the Williams climbing over a gate at the home of her child’s father, Spencer, before tearing through his property and leaving a trail of destruction.
The footage reveals shattered windows, scattered belongings and what looks like a completely trashed apartment.
Rick Ross’ ex Justice Williams was caught on camera crashing her car through her baby daddy’s gate and breaking into his home 😳 pic.twitter.com/5Fg094LCNo
Williams later appeared to address the incident, insisting the behavior was not typical of her.
“This is not my character. But I’m gonna let it flow because I know that God is restoring my heart,” she said. “Y’all couldn’t even understand the things that I went though behind doors.”
Williams added that she’s in therapy and working through personal struggles.
Before the footage surfaced, Tia Kemp—the mother of Rick Ross’s son—called out Williams on social media after receiving a phone call from Spencer.
According to Kemp, Spencer told her that Williams had crashed her G-Wagon into his home and was acting erratically.
Rick Ross and Justice Williams went public with their relationship in late 2024, around September or October, drawing attention with their lavish displays of affection—most notably Ross gifting her extravagant jewelry and the couple sharing intimate moments online.
However, the whirlwind romance was short-lived. By December, Williams announced their split, revealing that she had chosen to end the relationship to start fresh.
Busta Rhymes is firing back at his former assistant Dashiel Gable after being hit with a federal lawsuit that accuses the Hip-Hop icon of assault and wage theft, calling the legal action an attempted “shake-down.”
The lawsuit, filed in federal court, stems from a January 10 confrontation inside the lobby of Rhymes’ Brooklyn building. Gables claims the altercation escalated when Rhymes allegedly punched him in the face during a dispute over phone use while on the job.
The suit also accuses the rapper of labor violations, emotional distress and unpaid wages. Rhymes, whose real name is Trevor Smith Jr., denied every claim made by Gables and said he plans to countersue.
“I have been made aware of the claims made by Dashiel Gables, and I completely and categorically deny these allegations,” Rhymes said in a statement to AllHipHop. “For a very brief period, Dashiel assisted me, but it did not work out. Apparently, Dashiel has decided to respond to being let go by manufacturing claims against me in an attempt to attack and damage my reputation.”
Gables’ legal team, which includes Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP and Panzavecchia & Associates, PLLC, held a press conference outside Kings County Supreme Court in Brooklyn on August 7 to address the lawsuit. His attorneys advised him not to speak publicly to avoid jeopardizing a potential settlement, which they say could reach as high as $7 million.
According to the complaint, Gables was “iced out” of Rhymes’ professional circle following the incident. The lawsuit accuses Rhymes of battery, emotional harm and violating labor laws by failing to pay proper wages.
Rhymes, who recently received a Hollywood Walk of Fame star on August 1 and appears in Walmart commercials, turned himself in to authorities after criminal charges were filed earlier this year.
“I look forward to proving these allegations false, and am preparing a countersuit, which I am confident will expose this for what it is—an attempted shake-down by a disgruntled former assistant,” he concluded. ” Ultimately, I am certain the truth will prevail.”
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ ex-girlfriend Gina Huynh fired back at critics on Threads this week after her vocal support for the embattled mogul reignited old drama and stirred fresh backlash—this time with a not-so-subtle jab at Yung Miami.
Huynh kicked off the controversy with a “FreeDiddy” post, calling for the embattled mogul’s release from jail.
When the internet pushed back, she doubled down with a string of unfiltered responses defending her stance and dismissing the outrage.
“You sheeps act like I can’t forgive a man I once loved,” she wrote. | I’m not gonna kick him while he’s down ’cause y’all want me to. B#### I DON’T EVEN KNOW YOU TF.”
Huynh followed that with, “Goofies… ima always have his back.”
The former model didn’t stop there. In another post, she told her detractors to “go meditate, touch grass, & hug trees. Y’all fr need it. It’s time y’all raise y’all frequencies & self-awareness,” adding, “I’m too high vibrational for this.”
In a move that didn’t go unnoticed, Huynh quoted lyrics from City Girls’ hit “Act Up.” Yung Miami, one half of the now-disbanded duo, previously had a public relationship with Diddy.
The two women previously clashedonline over the Bad Boy founder, and Huynh’s choice of lyrics was seen by many as a pointed dig.
Critics accused her of blindly defending Diddy despite his legal troubles and past allegations.
But Huynh brushed off the criticism, writing, she’s “never been the type of person to follow crowds & trends.”
Gina Huynh Pleads For Diddy’s Freedom
Earlier this week, Huynh submitted a letter to the court urging the judge to grant Diddy bail.
Despite previous accusations of domestic violence, she described him as “a committed family man who has not been violent in many years.”
She emphasized that Diddy had been “cooperative, respectful, and compliant” during the investigation and asked the court to allow him to remain free under supervision so he could continue caring for his children.
Despite her plea, Diddy was denied bail and is scheduled to be sentenced on Thursday (October 3).
Eminem stunned a packed house at Pier 17 on Tuesday (August 6) when he unexpectedly walked onstage at the world premiere of his documentary Stans, delivering a heartfelt thank-you to the people who’ve followed him since day one.
The Detroit rapper did not announce his appearance in advance, but the moment he stepped out, the sold-out crowd erupted.
The event marked the debut of Stans, a documentary that dives into Eminem’s complicated relationship with his most devoted supporters—those who’ve called themselves “stans” since his 2000 hit of the same name.
“When I was writing this song, I didn’t understand the impact that my music was having on people at the time,” Eminem told the crowd. “It was really surreal to me. And it is still surreal to this day to look out here and see all of you and the fact that my music has inspired you. This film is a thank to all of you.”
He paused as the audience cheered. “This is a thank you to all of you for sticking by me for this whole f###### time,” he added. “To all my s###, to all my b#######, or my f###### mediocre s###. The good s###, the bad s###, all of it. This film is dedicated to y’all. And I just wanna thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
During the speech, Eminem cracked jokes and reacted to fans yelling “I love you” from the crowd.
Eminem took a moment to address all his fans in a heartfelt speech tonight. This message goes out to Stans around the world, you’ve made this all possible. ❤️
Directed by Steven Leckart, Stans traces Eminem’s rise from the 1990s underground scene to global superstardom. The film blends dramatic reenactments, never-before-seen footage and personal interviews to portray how his music shaped—and was shaped by—his most loyal listeners.
Stans opened in theaters worldwide on Wednesday (August 7).
Dionne Warwick came out swinging at Piers Morgan over his critique of Beyoncé’s platinum-blonde look in her new Levi’s campaign, calling out the British broadcaster with a sharp jab that quickly went viral.
Morgan, posting to X (Twitter) on Wednesday (August 6), accused Beyoncé of cultural appropriation, writing he was “very disappointed to see Beyoncé culturally appropriate Marilyn Monroe.”
He took issue with the singer’s bleached-blonde hairstyle in the ad, drawing a comparison to the late Hollywood icon.
The comment lit up social media, with critics questioning the logic behind Morgan’s claim.
Many pointed out that Monroe, while a symbol of American pop culture, doesn’t represent a culture that can be appropriated. One user wrote, “Marilyn Monroe is not a culture to be appropriated. This is simply a homage,” while another asked, “Does that mean Black people can’t wear blonde wigs?”
Warwick, never one to shy away from speaking her mind online, reposted Morgan’s comment and added, “Getting involved in women’s business again, I see…”
The post was widely interpreted as a subtle but firm reminder for Morgan to stay in his lane.
Morgan replied directly to Warwick, writing, “Oh not you too, Dionne… it was a JOKE!”
Lizzo Reacts To Sydney Sweeney Ad
He later doubled down, claiming critics had “zero sense of humor” and insisted his original post wasn’t meant to be taken seriously.
While that exchange simmered, Lizzo stirred up her own buzz by previewing a new track that includes the line, “I got good genes like I’m Sydney,” a nod to Sydney Sweeney’s controversial American Eagle campaign.
The ad, launched in July 2025, played on the pun between “genes” and “jeans.” It featured Sweeney, a white actress with blonde hair and blue eyes, promoting denim with a tagline that critics said evoked racially charged language.
Lizzo had previously mocked the campaign with denim-themed posts, including one captioned “my jeans are black,” a pointed take on the conversation about representation and beauty standards.
Sean “Diddy” Combs is already plotting a high-profile return to the spotlight with a performance at Madison Square Garden once he’s released from custody, according to his lead attorney.
Marc Agnifilo, who represents the embattled Hip-Hop mogul, told CBS News that Diddy is eyeing a comeback that includes a major appearance at the iconic New York venue.
“He’s going to be back at Madison Square Garden,” Agnifilo said, repeating the message his client personally shared with him.
When pressed on what exactly Diddy plans to do at the Garden, Agnifilo replied, “I guess being on stage, you know. And I said I’ll be there.”
The attorney clarified that while Diddy isn’t planning a full-blown return to music, he has no intention of fading into the background.
Instead, he’s aiming for “something exceptional and probably demanding and challenging,” with the MSG performance serving as a symbolic reentry into public life.
Beyond the stage, Agnifilo said Diddy’s priorities are deeply personal.
“He has reflected on the blessings that he’s been given, on the imperfections that I think he sees in himself,” he stated. “I think he wants to get out of jail, reestablish a loving, present relationship with all of his seven children. He wants to take care of his mother.”
Diddy Seeks Presidential Pardon
Diddy’s comeback ambitions surfaced after a judge denied him bail. He is currently awaiting sentencing, which is scheduled for Friday, October 3, 2025, following his conviction on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution.
Meanwhile, his legal team has made moves toward securing a presidential pardon.
Attorney Nicole Westmoreland confirmed to CNN, “It’s my understanding that we’ve reached out and had conversations in reference to a pardon.”
However, sources close to the situation told PEOPLE that while Diddy’s legal representatives are aware of the outreach, it’s largely individuals within his inner circle—not his attorneys—who are actively engaging with former President Donald Trump’s team in hopes of a pardon.
Donald Trump returned to animated chaos on Tuesday (August 6) in the latest episode of South Park, where he’s seen rubbing Satan’s leg under a dinner table and overseeing ICE raids with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
The episode, titled “Got a Nut,” is the second installment of the show’s 27th season and leans heavily into political absurdity.
H########, South Park had Kristi Noem and ICE raiding heaven, "Remember, only detain the Brown ones, if it's Brown it goes down."
Trump is portrayed as a recurring caricature, this time in a romantic subplot with the Prince of Darkness, while Vice President J.D. Vance is cast as a groveling aide who offers to rub baby oil on Satan’s nether regions.
The storyline centers on Trump and Noem leading a new wave of ICE agents, including Mr. Mackey, who joins the force after losing his school counselor job.
— Rockets x Bojack Fan Account (@Cam_Unstoppable) August 7, 2025
The episode takes a jab at Trump’s immigration policies, with cartoonish raids targeting characters like Dora the Explorer and even Heaven itself. Noem delivers one of the episode’s most controversial lines: “If it’s Brown, it goes down.”
Meanwhile, Cartman channels right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk, podcasting from a toilet while ranting about far-right politics.
The episode continues South Park’s pattern of mocking Trump’s legal troubles, his administration’s antics and his physical appearance.
White House Spokesperson Slams South Park Over Trump Appearance
The White House didn’t take the satire lightly following Trump’s appearance in the season premiere.
After the Department of Homeland Security’s official account reposted an image from the episode, South Park creators clapped back online with: “Wait, so we ARE relevant?”
That response came after a scathing statement from White House spokesperson Taylor Rogers, who dismissed the show entirely:
“This show hasn’t been relevant for over 20 years and is hanging on by a thread with uninspired ideas in a desperate attempt for attention.”
Rogers doubled down, touting Trump’s record: “President Trump has delivered on more promises in just six months than any other president in our country’s history — and no fourth-rate show can derail President Trump’s hot streak.”
Mexican rapper “Narco rapper” El Makabelico was hit with sanctions by Donald Trump’s administration after U.S. officials accused him of funneling music royalties to a violent drug cartel operating along the U.S.-Mexico border.
The U.S. Treasury Department announced that El Makabelico allegedly used his Hip-Hop career to launder money for the Cartel del Noreste, a criminal group that evolved from the now-defunct Zetas Cartel.
The sanctions freeze his assets in the United States and prohibit American companies or individuals from doing business with him.
According to the Treasury, El Makabelico directed “approximately 50 percent of his music royalties” from streaming platforms to the cartel’s financial network.
The department also warned that foreign banks or entities that continue to work with El Makabelico or the cartel could face secondary sanctions.
The Cartel del Noreste, which Donald Trump’s administration has designated as a foreign terrorist organization, has increasingly turned to nontraditional revenue streams like concerts and merchandise to clean illicit funds.
El Makabelico music, which includes narco-corridos, often glorifies cartel life and street violence.
He performs masked and has built a massive online audience with millions of followers across Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
His video for “El Sobrino” has over 148 million views on YouTube alone before his channel was deleted just hours ago on Wednesday (August 6).
Young Thug returned to an Atlanta high school last week as part of his court-ordered community service, urging students to steer clear of violence and poor decisions.
On Friday morning (August 1), the 33-year-old artist visited Skyview High School on Old National Highway. The appearance was one of several public talks required by the terms of his probation, following his guilty plea in a sweeping criminal case tied to the YSL RICO indictment.
During his visit, Young Thug avoided glamorizing his past. Instead, he emphasized personal responsibility and the consequences of poor decisions.
“I feel like violence is just not the thing,” Young Thug told students during the visit. “It’s lame, it’s corny.”
According to Atlanta News First, Thugger answered questions about his life, career and past choices, offering a rare glimpse into his personal reflections after being released from jail late last year.
His remarks were part of a broader effort to fulfill a community service requirement tied to a 40-year sentence, of which only five years were to be served. That portion was commuted to time already served.
The rapper’s legal troubles stemmed from a high-profile case involving racketeering and multiple drug and gun charges for allegedly heading up the Young Slime Life gang.
Young Thug pleaded guilty to one gang-related count, three drug offenses and two weapons charges.
He also entered a no-contest plea to a racketeering conspiracy charge.
The final sentence was handed down by a judge—not negotiated with prosecutors—and included 15 years of probation and 20 years suspended, which could be reinstated if he violates the terms.
Conditions of his release include house arrest, mandatory public speaking, and a 10-year restriction from living in metro Atlanta without prior approval.
Post Malone had another unwanted run-in with his longtime stalker after Cherish Christine Gomer allegedly launched herself in front of his ride early Monday.
The insanity occurred outside of his Utah home on August 4 and marks her fifth arrest for the same creepy behavior.
According to court docs, the 32-year-old Gomer got cuffed outside the Cottonwood Heights mansion after hiding in the bushes and allegedly blocking the Hip-Hop star’s car.
She’s now facing two third-degree felonies — stalking and violating a permanent criminal stalking injunction.
“She truly believes that she has a calling from some sort of spirit animal. She thinks that she has a relationship with Mr. Post…so that she’s entitled to do this. It’s incredibly alarming and these people can be incredibly dangerous, as we’ve seen throughout history,” said Robby Russo, Police Chief of Cottonwood Heights.
This whole saga’s been dragging on for months. It kicked off back on January 21 when Gomer first got busted for sneaking onto Posty’s property. A gate opened for a worker and she slid right in.
Then on February 1, she popped up again, this time strolling right up the driveway like she lived there. She caught another charge and later pleaded guilty to misdemeanor stalking.
She wasn’t done. She turned up again on February 10 and then once more on July 27 — both times violating the court order meant to keep her away.
Now she’s locked up again with no bail, and it looks like the court’s finally done playing nice.
Benny The Butcher and Conway The Machine allegedly went head-to-head in a heated confrontation overseas, igniting fresh speculation that Griselda may be fracturing from within.
The tension within the Buffalo-born collective reportedly peaked during a Paris stop that should have been a celebration of raw lyricism and underground grit. Instead, it spiraled into whispers of fists, knives and fractured alliances.
According to eyewitnesses and scattered social media commentary, Benny and Conway did not share the stage. Instead, their respective camps arrived and moved entirely separate, which many longtime followers of Griselda immediately noted as “off.”
“There was no Griselda set. They were completely split up. Something is up,” one attendee posted online.
The most dramatic reports suggest an actual physical altercation between Benny and Conway. One source described them “arguing face-to-face,” only to be separated before things escalated further. Another alleged that someone pulled a knife, while a different member of the entourage was reportedly knocked unconscious during the chaos.
While unverified, the rumors have hit the internet like wildfire, prompting fans to question whether this incident signals the death knell for Griselda’s unity. One particularly ominous quote circulating on Instagram read: “Griselda’s family is totally dead.”
That might be dramatic, but signs of trouble have been bubbling under the surface for months. The three-headed monster that once included Westside Gunn, Benny The Butcher and Conway The Machine has been seemingly moving in different directions.
Benny has been busy with Def Jam, his Everybody Can’t Go LP and collaborations far outside the traditional Griselda circle. Conway, meanwhile, has doubled down on Drumwork Music Group, mentoring new artists and carving out a distinct brand.
While Westside Gunn has often played the middleman, even his recent statements have leaned toward each artist “doing their own thing.” It should be noted that they are cousins in real life so how bad can this be? Well, don’t answer that yet.
Still, nothing hits harder than seeing two of the game’s top spitters at odds. These dudes built their rep on loyalty and lyricism. They’re all from Buffalo. By the way, Conway has new music, too.
What caused this rift? Some believe it’s friendly fire – competition. Others think it’s deeper. It would be an accumulation of business disagreements, ego clashes and the pursuit of individual success. DAMN. I hope not. Top billing is all there is for most in Hip-Hop. The movement mattes. Brotherhood matters. And, maybe sadly, competition matters.
Neither Conway nor Benny has addressed the alleged Paris incident publicly. But if the rumors are true, Griselda’s era of unity may be giving way to a solo era.
Whatever happens next, one thing’s certain: We are watching.
Drake is slapping subpoenas on doors now after blowing over $75,000 trying to track down a dude he says knows way too much about the behind-the-scenes drama in his legal war with Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.”
A federal judge in New York gave Drake’s lawyers the green light to serve Kojo Menne Asamoah with legal docs by mail, email and—get this—by taping that subpoena right on the front doors of five spots tied to Asamoah, his family or his business.
After 11 failed attempts, the court basically said, “Do what you gotta do.”
Drake’s team has been hunting Asamoah for weeks, hiring private investigators and process servers to chase him across multiple addresses. No luck.
So now, they’re going door-to-door, thanks to Judge Jeannette A. Vargas, who ruled that “alternate service” was fair game after all those attempts to serve Asamoah.
The court docs say Asamoah holds receipts—emails, contracts, digital trails—that could blow things wide open. But so far, dude’s been a ghost.
This is part of a larger lawsuit where Drake claims UMG secretly paid folks to juice the streaming numbers on Kendrick’s diss track using bots and shady third parties.
Asamoah, according to Drake, is smack in the middle of that conspiracy.
Drizzy’s legal squad says Asamoah helped pull strings to boost “Not Like Us” and make it look like the whole world was vibing with it. Drake’s suit also says the track falsely paints him as a predator, putting him and his family in danger.
The lawsuit also claims UMG banked off the beef, cashing in on the hype with Grammy wins and a Super Bowl halftime performance featuring the track.
Even though Asamoah isn’t named as a defendant, he’s clearly a significant piece of the puzzle. He’s rumored to have ties to the digital marketing world, but there’s no proof he’s directly tied to Kendrick himself.
Busta Rhymes is now at the center of a $6 million federal lawsuit after his former assistant accused him of physical assault and labor law violations during a dispute in his Brooklyn building.
The complaint, filed by Dashiel Gables, claims the Hip-Hop icon struck him in the face during a January altercation in the lobby of Rhymes’ residence.
Gables says the punch left him with swelling near his eye and emotional trauma. The suit also alleges unpaid wages and unlawful workplace treatment.
According to court documents, the confrontation began when Busta Rhymes became upset with Gables for using his phone on the job.
Following the alleged incident, Gables says he was cut off from Rhymes’ professional network, effectively ending his role in the rapper’s career.
A press conference with his legal team, Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP, and Panzavecchia & Associates, PLLC, is planned outside the Kings County Supreme Court in Brooklyn on August 7 to address the lawsuit and the broader workplace issues it raises.
The lawsuit accuses Rhymes of assault, battery, wage theft and emotional distress and a settlement could end up costing the rapper between $6 million and $7 million.
Machine Gun Kelly says the hate he catches online doesn’t faze him one bit and he’s brushing it off like lint on a t-shirt.
The rapper turned rocker chopped it up with People ahead of his upcoming album Lost Americana and he didn’t hold back about how people treat him for being different.
Whether it’s his wild fashion, his genre-hopping music or his love life with Megan Fox, MGK said he’s been on the receiving end of random hate for years—and he’s over it.
“I became so hated for, what has become apparent to me, no reason . . . just because I artistically express myself, through fashion, music, whatever – because I choose to not stay contained into a societal box,” Machine Gun Kelly said.
He’s not even mad about it anymore. In fact, he thinks it’s kinda funny now.
“The hate for me has become so pop culture that it’s almost like that’s automatically what you say to fit in,” MGK explained. “That s**t doesn’t even mean anything to me. I’ve let it go completely to where I’m like, ‘Oh, that’s a joke.'”
Machine Gun Kelly also called out the people behind the loudest hate—mostly dudes, according to him.
“I think people just don’t like that I do whatever the f**k I want and it’s a reflection of them not being able to do whatever they want,” he said. “I think men let their insecurity rule their entirety.”
MGK’s new album, Lost Americana, drops Friday and he’s hoping it helps people actually get him for once.
“Maybe this time,” he said, “they’ll get to know the man-slash-broken-boy behind the moniker MGK.”
