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Ex “(White) Rapper Show” Host MC Serch Breaks Silence On Series Creator Sacha Jenkins’ Death

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

The (White) Rapper Show aired on VH1 in 2007, created by the team behind Ego Trip magazine, including Sacha Jenkins and Elliott Wilson.

The show featured 10 white rappers competing in the South Bronx for a $100,000 grand prize, with MC Serch of 3rd Bass serving as host. It lasted only one season but was notable for exploring issues of race, appropriation and authenticity in Hip-Hop, using humor and competition to provoke discussions about what it means to be a “real” rapper and how white artists fit into a predominantly Black musical tradition.

Jenkins, who’s credited as an executive producer on the show, died on May 23 from multiple system atrophy. As tributes poured in, Serch was noticeably quiet—until now. MC Serch Breaks Silence On Series Creator Sacha Jenkins’ Death On Sunday (May 25), he took to Instagram to pen a lengthy caption, touching on his history with Jenkins and what led him to becoming the host of The (White) Rapper Show.

“It took me a few to come around to this post,” Serch began. “Sacha Jenkins and I had been friends for quite some time. We would talk about lyrics consistently. He loved @ocditc and would remind me that his favorite OC line was off of ‘Word…Life’ album and the song of the same title. ‘I like lips with natural juices.’ He would say it in a way that cracked a smile to show he appreciated the sentiment but also just how dope it was. SHR was a writer in the purest form. When he talked to me about hosting the show, I was already doing radio in Detroit. So coming home to shoot he pilot took some doing.

“I had to do my radio show live from NY to Detroit in the AM, and then shoot the pilot the rest of the day. There was no doubt that the show would be picked up. It was so well written and thought out. The way @egotripland always did things. Elliot, Gabe, Rollins and the VH1 team all crafting this social experiment that really delivered. It gave me a chance to peruse TV and for the next 8 years I lived of off pilots and failed attempts to launch a show. However my family was well cared for. TV had budgets.”

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But MC Serch’s trip down memory lane turned to regret as he continued. He ultimately expressed some sorrow over what sounds like a fractured relationship.

“The last time I saw Sacha was coming to NY for an interview with @robertjkenner @dannybones64 about Illmatic,” he went on. “He was in the @massappeal offices and was sitting next to @bittenbender and he waived. They were in a meeting and I was late. When I got seated I found out that there was a serious medical emergency back home and I simply got up and ran out. I got a text from him that I kept. ‘Regardless, I hope that your family is safe. be well.’ The truth is we did not speak after that. Not a word or a text. Life started life-ing and we had things to do.

“There has been a tremendous sense of loss at this season of my life. We are at that age. However I really had hoped that I would have had time to sit with Sacha and just make amends. To let him know who I am today. That there were so many words left unsaid between us. As a writer I am sure he would understand that but the truth is that Sacha did not waste words. He savored them. They were precious. Words and language. Through every form. Description, definition, explanation and expansion.”

Jenkins was 54 at the time of his death. Memorial details have yet to be announced.

“Freak-Off” Sex Worker “The Punisher” Breaks Silence, Thinks He Helped Diddy With Testimony

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

An exotic dancer and sex worker known as The Punisher walked into the courtroom expecting to support the prosecution in the high-profile case against Diddy but was left confused about why he was even called to testify, telling Fox News Digital that his statements may have helped the defense.

The Punisher, whose real name is Sharay Hayes, was brought in as a witness to describe his involvement in private sex parties—referred to as “freak-offs”—allegedly organized by Diddy and his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura.

He testified that he was first contacted in 2012 to perform what he thought would be a typical striptease.

Instead, he was in an intimate setting at the Trump International Hotel and Tower in New York, greeted by Cassie in a bathrobe and wig.

“Honestly, going into the courtroom… I thought I was prepared for it, but it was extremely nerve-wracking,” The Punisher told Fox News Digital.

“You can’t really prepare yourself, and I had no idea it was going to be that many people, that many rows and tables. So I wanna say, for about half of the testimony, I couldn’t even locate where he was. It was a really intense atmosphere,” he said.

During his testimony, The Punisher revealed that his freak-off sessions with Diddy and Cassie involved mutual use of baby oil and sometimes included Diddy wearing a hijab to conceal his identity.

He estimated he participated in 8 to 12 encounters over about two and a half years. The Punisher said he never saw Diddy use drugs or appear intoxicated, a detail that contrasts with Cassie’s earlier claims that drugs were often involved.

Despite the graphic nature of his testimony, The Punisher said he never witnessed any discomfort from Cassie during the events.

That detail may have weakened the prosecution’s case rather than strengthened it.

“I really thought my testimony, because there was nothing negative, nothing whatever, I really thought it was something that the defense would benefit from,” The Punisher said.

While prosecutors used The Punisher’s testimony to support their claims of a pattern of control and exploitation, his own reflection suggests he may have unintentionally helped Diddy’s legal team.

“I’m not a legal analyst or anything, but sometimes I said, well, maybe the prosecution just wants to question me and have everything in case the defense calls me,” The Punisher added. “Because I really couldn’t understand how I was significant to their case. But there’s probably something there that I’m just unaware of.”

Al B. Sure!, Diddy & Kim Porter: Kim’s Friend Rips Into Al B. For Allegedly Lying

By: Houston WilliamsCategory: Rumors

Al B. Sure! and the mystery of Kim Porter’s death continues to resurface like a bad ex in your DMs. Literally! Al has kept it just cryptic enough to keep us watching. The former Uptown crooner, who once had the ladies swooning (and some men), has kept the Diddy conspiracy going. But now, the internet isn’t the only one side-eyeing him. Kim Porter’s best friend is officially done.

Al B. Sure! was once that guy. Uptown Records. Andre Harrell. Light-skinned heartthrob looks, wavy hair and stardom. But fast-forward a few decades, and that spotlight has dimmed, but the current chaos has done right by him.

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Al B. has kept us talking for years! Over This! Bro, who shares a son, Quincy, with the late Kim Porter, has steadily implied that something wasn’t right about Kim’s untimely passing in 2018. Her official cause of death was pneumonia.

Sudden, yes. But it’s not unheard of.

To this day, Al B. Sure! has hinted at foul play, pointing fingers at Sean “Diddy” Combs. The Diddler adopted Quincy and raised him as his own. That’s dag on near motive, but let us continue because it gets murky here.

Quincy is firmly planted in Camp Diddy. But, Al B. keeps painting a picture that Diddy had a hand in his own near-death experience involving organ failure. These aren’t minor claims. This is high-drama material. Movie stuff.

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Now, Kim Porter’s best friend, Lala, has had enough. She’s calling Al B. Sure! a liar, flat-out. According to her, he wasn’t around when Kim got sick. He didn’t check in, even though he spent an hour with her months before her death. He wasn’t by her side, though. More importantly, she accuses him of hurting the children, Kim’s living father and others left behind.

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Here’s the issue for folks in the news game, especially those of us at AllHipHop. We were the first to even whisper that this situation deserved more eyes. Years later, we still don’t know more than we did then. It is exhausting, unfair and we deserve better. We’ve walked the tightrope covering this, but when do we demand actual answers? Might be time to stop altogether.

Al B. Sure! step up! It feels like cloud-chasing.

What do you think?

-illseed out!

 

EXCLUSIVE: Diddy’s Lawyers Snap On Expert Witness, Want “Junk Science” Testimony Tossed

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)Category: Exclusives

Diddy’s legal team moved to strike expert testimony from his ongoing trial over the weekend after his attorneys accused the government’s witness of repeatedly ignoring court-imposed limits.

His defense filed an emergency motion to Judge Arun Subramanian asking that the entire testimony of Dr. Dawn Hughes be removed, arguing that her statements were “unfairly prejudicial” and went far beyond what the court had permitted.

Dr. Hughes, a board-certified forensic psychologist known for her work in high-profile cases like Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard and R. Kelly’s federal trial, was called by prosecutors as a “blind expert.”

She did not examine any individuals in the case but offered general insights into trauma, memory and abuse dynamics.

The court had ruled that Hughes could only speak on “coping strategies, delayed disclosure, and memory” and offer limited context on why abuse victims may stay in relationships.

Hughes was explicitly barred from discussing “coercive control” or speculating on the motivations of alleged abusers.

Despite that, Diddy’s attorneys say Hughes repeatedly referenced banned terms like “interpersonal violence” and “coercive control” and that prosecutors encouraged her to do so through their questioning.

“Hughes…continually used the prosecutors’ questions as merely prompts to begin speeches that quickly veered into outright advocacy,” defense attorney Alexandra A.E. Shapiro said.

Shapiro argued that Hughes’ responses often went beyond the scope of the questions, making it difficult for the defense to object in real-time.

“Right off the bat, the government showed that it had no intention of abiding by the Court’s ruling and that whatever instructions it gave Hughes about the permitted scope of her testimony were woefully inadequate,” Shapiro said.

The defense also took issue with Hughes’ tone and delivery, accusing her of trying to emotionally sway jurors by using inclusive language like “we” and “you.”

“Hughes also repeatedly personalized her testimony for the jury, seeking to enlist the jurors’ empathy in her campaign…None of this was accidental. Hughes is a highly experienced witness and knew exactly what she was doing,” Shapiro stated.

Another point of contention was Hughes’ explanation of memory. She told jurors that memory is subjective and that inconsistencies should not be interpreted as dishonesty.

The defense labeled that “junk science” and said it could mislead the jury.

“The government chose to put on an expert witness knowing that the testimony it elicited would violate the Court’s ruling—knowing that if it and its witness pushed hard enough, the defense would not be able to keep out all of the improper and unfairly prejudicial testimony,” Shapiro added.

Diddy’s team wants to strike all of Hughes’ testimony, arguing that the government’s conduct could taint the trial.

The trial is scheduled to resume on Tuesday (May 27).

Raekwon Eulogizes “Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mice & Men” Creator Sacha Jenkins As Cause Of Death Emerges

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Raekwon is among the many Hip-Hop heavyweights paying tribute to Sacha Jenkins, who died suddenly at the age of 54 (although some outlets are reporting 53). Jenkins, who created the Showtime series Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mice and Men, forged a close relationship with The Chef.

“MY MAN HUNIT GRAN!” he wrote in the caption. “Dam. rest well king ! MR. #SACHAJENKINS you will be missed. #historian #father #universalbuilder in the culture. condolences to the family and friends of this great man.”

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Jenkins, an influential hip-hop journalist, filmmaker and cultural historian, died on Friday (May 23). His death was caused by complications from multiple system atrophy, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects both the central and autonomic nervous systems, as confirmed by his wife, journalist Raquel Cepeda.

Jenkins died at his home, and his family requested privacy as they mourned his loss in an Instagram post. It read, “Please respect our family’s privacy during this difficult moment and refrain from posting before we as a FAMILY get the opportunity to make a formal announcement.”

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Jenkins’ career was marked by a deep commitment to documenting and elevating Hip-Hop culture across multiple media. He began by launching one of the first graffiti-focused magazines, Graphic Scenes & Xplicit Language, and went on to co-found the Hip-Hop newspaper Beat Down and the seminal 1990s magazine Ego Trip, which blended Hip-Hop and skateboarding culture and later inspired VH1 reality shows like The (White) Rapper Show.

As a filmmaker, Jenkins directed acclaimed documentaries such as B######’: The Sound and Fury of Rick James, Fresh Dressed and Louis Armstrong’s Black & Blues. He earned an Emmy for his work on the aforementioned Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men. He also served as creative director for Mass Appeal and wrote for several major publications, including Vibe, Rolling Stone and SPIN.

Producer/Writer Rodney Barnes Talks “Boondocks,” “Sinners,” Batman & More

By: Chuck Creekmur (@ChuckCreekmur)Category: Exclusives

At this year’s Fan Expo in Philadelphia, AllHipHop’s Chuck “Jigsaw” Creekmur caught up with one of the most influential creative voices in television, comics and pop culture—Rodney Barnes.

Barnes is known for his work on The Boondocks, Everybody Hates Chris, and more recently his acclaimed horror comic Killadelphia. He continues to leave a deep imprint across multiple mediums, including the acclained Lakers series Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty With a resume, ahem CV, that includes screenwriting, producing, and crafting iconic characters, his storytelling brilliance stretches from animated satire to the supernatural.

In this candid conversation, Barnes opens up about his East Coast roots, the evolution of The Boondocks, adapting comics for the screen and his enduring love for Swamp Thing. He explains why authenticity and connection still matter in Hollywood. Delve into the mind of a true culture-shaper.

AllHipHop: Chuck Creekmur here with AllHipHop and Certified Squad. We’re here with Rodney Barnes—the legend, the writer, the storyteller. What else are you nowadays?

Rodney Barnes: Just writer / producer primarily. I mean, TV more than anything else, but I got this love for comic books that I just can’t let go.

AllHipHop: Much respect. A lot of people don’t know The Boondocks is on your résumé.

Rodney Barnes: We don’t do résumés anymore. [Laughs] Just LinkedIn now.

AllHipHop: How you doing, man?

Rodney Barnes: I’m good, just busy here in Philly. I try to hit the East Coast towns once a year since I live in L.A.—Baltimore, Philly, D.C. I love coming to these cities.

AllHipHop: What about New York?

Rodney Barnes: We do New York every year. It’s always wild—kind of like San Diego [Comic-Con].

AllHipHop: How’s Fan Expo going for you?

Rodney Barnes: It’s not as busy on Sunday, but Friday and Saturday were great. Those are always the hot days for business.

AllHipHop: Let’s talk about your work. You’ve got several titles out. Have any been converted into shows yet?

Rodney Barnes: Killadelphia has been optioned. That’s the one people ask about most. Levantine Films optioned it. We’re doing our best to get it set up, just shopping it around.

AllHipHop: Killadelphia is such a dope concept. Why Philly?

Rodney Barnes: I loved the name. When I was a kid in the Boy Scouts, we’d come to Philly for field trips—see the Liberty Bell, all that history. Juxtaposing the idea of democracy with the social ills of today—it felt like the perfect setting.

AllHipHop: Delaware wasn’t hard enough for you? [Laughs] We used to call Wilmington “Kilmington.” [For the record, I never did that.]

Rodney Barnes: [Laughs] Philly sounds a lot harder. But I actually have an idea for something set in Delaware. Can’t say it on camera yet, though.

AllHipHop: Now about The Boondocks. Any chance it comes back?

Rodney Barnes: Never say never. But it’s a different time now. Back then, social media wasn’t like it is today. Now you can offend someone and they’ll jump on Twitter—or “X”—immediately. Corporations don’t like that. We had way less oversight back in the day.

AllHipHop: It’s a whole new world. How do you feel about The Boondocks being a part of your legacy?

Rodney Barnes: Very proud. I was doing My Wife and Kids and Everybody Hates Chris during the day, then working on The Boondocks at night. It was a great mix that helped me find my voice as a writer.

AllHipHop: What are you most proud of overall?

Rodney Barnes: Just being able to do it this long. Making a living through creativity. If you’d told 8-year-old me that I’d be doing comics, TV, and film, I’d have called you crazy. But I did it—coming from Maryland to L.A., and actually making it work.

AllHipHop: I see you with everybody—Xzibit was one recently.

Rodney Barnes: [Laughs] When you grow up in a small town, friendships just happen. But in Hollywood, it’s different. I value real relationships, People who love their families, who you can relate to. If we can build together and make money? Even better.

AllHipHop: Final question—favorite superhero growing up?

Rodney Barnes: Swamp Thing. Then Batman. I liked the darker stuff, especially when it leaned into horror. Bernie Wrightson and Len Wein’s Swamp Thing from the ’70s, then Alan Moore’s run—that was my favorite. I’ve written Batman, but one day I will write Swamp Thing.

AllHipHop: That’s dope. Rodney, thank you, brother.

Rodney Barnes: Thank you, man. Appreciate you.

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LGP QUA UPDATE: Arrests Made In Murder But Danger Still Looms

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

LGP QUA was gunned down on a Philadelphia street during a botched robbery and now two 19-year-olds are behind bars while a third suspect remains on the run.

Philadelphia police announced the arrests of Joshua Thomas-Coleman and Abdul Boyd in connection with the May 11 killing of the rising Hip-Hop artist, whose real name was Qidere Johnson.

Both men face murder charges.

Investigators say the pair, along with a third man identified as Amir Earley, attempted to rob LGP QUA of his jewelry near M and East Luzerne Streets just before 5 p.m. on Mother’s Day. (May 11).

The confrontation ended with gunfire.

Surveillance footage captured all three suspects wearing masks and carrying guns. After the shooting, they fled in a vehicle driven by the third suspect, according to police.

Authorities are still searching for Earley, 21, who is considered armed and dangerous. A $20,000 reward is being offered for information that leads to his arrest and conviction.

LGP QUA was laid to rest on Saturday (May 24). Nearly 500 mourners gathered to honor his life and legacy.

Police continue to search for Earley as of Saturday.

GloRilla Invokes Michael Jackson After Nose Job—Cardi B Offers Advice

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

GloRilla leaned into the internet chatter about her appearance by swapping her Instagram profile photo with an image of Michael Jackson, confirming speculation she had a nose job.

The Memphis rapper’s new look went viral after she posted a selfie to her Instagram Stories, prompting a wave of comments and comparisons.

She addressed the rumors directly on Twitter/X, writing, “& DID. Ion internet s### and I don’t do mess! It was an innocent repost yall bsn.”

The conversation around her rhinoplasty grew so loud that Cardi B stepped in to defend her since the Bronx rapper underwent nose surgery in 2020.

“It took me like six to seven months for my nose to settle,” she said. “I was freaking out.”

Cardi also urged people to consider the emotional toll of cosmetic surgery recovery.

“Be gentle when somebody comes on social media and you know that they just got their nose done,” she said. “Be very gentle because they are on medication, pain medication and they just did a very different transition.”

Cardi B continued, “You’re looking practically at a new person. So you’re very sensitive and like the comments and the dragging, it f#### with your head. So be gentle.”

GloRilla hasn’t released a formal statement but has leaned into the jokes, even reposting memes comparing her to Jackson. She’s set to perform at the 2025 BET Awards on Monday (June 9), where her new look will likely be on full display.

GloRilla has not publicly confirmed any other cosmetic procedures to date.

Papoose Drama Heats Up As Claressa Shields Recruits Nicki Minaj In Remy Madness

By: Houston WilliamsCategory: Rumors

So you may have noticed I haven’t said much about the Remy Ma and Papoose mess. That’s because I found the whole situation sad and disappointing. We’ve got two 40-somethings out here arguing in public like kids. I said a little bit here and there, but I wasn’t breaking down every post or comment. That said, something interesting just popped up that’s worth unpacking.

You probably know by now that champion boxer Claressa Shields is dating Papoose. And she’s all in. She wants kids, she wants a future, she wants the whole nine. FAM-LEE! I hope Papoose is fully on board, because they’re moving fast. But here’s where it gets weird. Claressa recently slid into Nicki Minaj’s DMs.

Now, if you’ve followed Hip-Hop for even a minute, you already know about the savage beef between Nicki and Remy Ma. That wasn’t just a little lyrical jab session. It was a war. Remy’s diss track “SHEther” was one of the most vicious, personal, cutthroat takedowns in battle rap history. It had people ducking and covering it up. Nicki went ghost for a while after that one. And yeah, the two were once cool, but that is dead.

Now here’s the plot twist: Papoose has claimed he wrote 90% of Remy Ma’s bars. A lot of people have speculated that he’s the true pen behind “SHEther,” which only makes this next part wilder. Claressa DM’d Nicki Minaj. Sis, what are we doing? The word out there is she wants her at her next fight which is coming up.

If Claressa knew the history, she’d understand why that move might not land well. Sure, she throws punches in the ring, but may not know this battle left permanent scars. Nicki’s been known to hold a grudge. Word on the street is Nicki isn’t too happy finding out (or being reminded) that Papoose may have ghostwritten one of the most disrespectful diss tracks ever aimed at her. Yeah, I do not think she will be jumping back into the worst beef of her life.

To be fair, Nicki has mentioned before that Papoose was behind the lyrics. I never liked that line t hat mentioned Aretha Franklin. Aretha did shade her first. LOL!

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Da Band’s Freddy P Thinks Diddy Will Kill Cassie Ventura If He Beats His Case

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Da Band’s Freddy P recently sat down with The Art of Dialogue, where he discussed Diddy’s ongoing trial.

During the conversation, Freddy was asked why Cassie Ventura waited years to file her lawsuit against the Bad Boy Records mogul. The simple answer? Money.

“You running around, she know everything,” Freddy said. “She know you got 30 million here, 20 million there, maybe a house full of cash, and you think I’m leaving empty-handed? You gotta understand, after you been slutted out, beat up, got all types of STDs, you leaving empty-handed? You gotta be the dumbest in the world.

“When women leave, they try to burn the house down, because they don’t want to see what they helped you build go to another B. That ain’t happening. If you think that’s gonna happen—’cause they can’t beat you up—so either they try to go to the police, or they burn the house down.”

Cassie Ventura filed the civil suit against Diddy in November 2023, alleging physical and sexual abuse that stretched over a decade. Diddy settled less than 24 hours later to the tune of $20 million. The lawsuit sparked an investigation into Diddy, and he was arrested last September on charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation for the purpose of prostitution.

Now in the second week of trial, Ventura has already taken the witness stand against Diddy. Freddy P believes if Diddy ends up beating the case, he will go after Ventura to enact revenge.

“You see, she testifying,” he said. “She want that gone, because she know if he don’t go, chances are I’m dead. And it might not happen now; it’s going to be something that happens in five to ten years. But if Puffy beat his case, that out of there. If he was smart, he’d stay away from him, because you know.”

When asked to clarify, Freddy replied, “Y’all don’t know Puffy. Y’all think this man some sweet homosexual or something. Like, you costing me everything. He’s a malicious person. He’s had a mentality of ‘I will not lose’ for so long. Anybody—from the smallest, from the janitor to the CEO—if you did something he didn’t like, he has got his revenge. From the janitor to the CEO in the building, he don’t care how small you are. You’re not going to play Puffy. And she knows what I know.”

Freddy also suggested people connected to Diddy are in fear for their safety.

“Everybody know that,” he continued. “[Ventura] gonna have to move to the south of France or somewhere. Everybody—everybody’s scared. The ones who didn’t support, the ones who thought he was burnt, they scared. They don’t want to see him beat the case. They thought he was fried, which he might be, but I don’t—I mean, me and Bows was having this conversation.

“She was like, ‘Yo, I don’t think this gonna do life, y’all. I can’t see him doing life.’ I’m like, me either. But I don’t think he gonna get away with nothing. I think he going to probably get a 15-year sentence, do 10, have the rest suspended or something like that. But life? I don’t think he gonna catch life. So a lot of people who be out here that wasn’t talking before, talking now, who was supportive, not supportive, who was a friend and not a friend—now they may see him again. And that’s where he at right now. He just waiting. A lot of people gonna pay the piper if he get out.”

Week three of Diddy’s trial continues Tuesday (May 27) after the Memorial Day holiday.

Diddy Reportedly Uses Crazy Method To Communicate With Mom In Court, Per Rumors

By: Houston WilliamsCategory: Rumors

Houston, we have a problem!

Word on the street is that Diddy has a wild Morse code system worked out with his mother. Sounds bizarre, right? But apparently, it goes deeper than just weird family quirks. From what I’ve gathered online, she allegedly uses her wigs—yes, wigs—to silently communicate how things are going on the outside.

Supposedly, she’s got an elite-level wig collection, and these pieces are far from cheap. She wears specific wigs depending on the family’s vibe or emotional state. If she walks into court with an expensive, high-end wig? That means all is well. But if she shows up in something more basic or toned down, that signals that things might be going sideways.

Now, pair that with the buzz that Diddy is trying to secure more visitation or communication time. That detail actually gives some credibility to this whole “wig code” theory. If he’s not getting regular updates from his people, then subtle visual cues like his mom’s hairstyle might be the only method they’ve got to stay in sync.

A recent report we published on the site revealed that the government is allegedly trying to drain Diddy’s finances dry. And let’s be clear—some folks say he’s doing fine, but behind the scenes, it’s looking real bleak. If he pleads guilty to even a portion of the current charges, it could mean the dismantling of his entire empire. We’re talking about a total collapse—property, business holdings, branding—gone.

The feds are claiming he built his wealth through illegal means and they want all of it. Of course, Diddy’s always been a hustler, so it’s hard to imagine he wouldn’t bounce back eventually. But the bigger question is how this impacts his family, especially since some of his assets are allegedly in their names. If the government starts reaching into those accounts, it could shift a lot for his kids and other relatives.

Now the latest whispers are that Diddy might be exploring a plea deal just to avoid a long-term prison sentence. Whether that happens or not, one thing’s for sure—this story is far from over.

Stay tuned.

By the way, check out some of these wigs!

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WATCH: Mariah Carey Interview Leaves Fans Perplexed & Confused

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Mariah Carey baffled viewers with a string of flat answers and awkward pauses during a remote appearance on Australia’s The Project, raising eyebrows and sparking speculation about whether the pop icon was fully present, or even real.

The Grammy-winning singer, 56, appeared via video link broadcast to promote her upcoming Australian tour, but her brief, monotone replies left many questioning the authenticity of the segment.

When asked how she handles online negativity, Mariah Carey replied, “By not coping, is what I do.” After a pause, she added, “I mean, just don’t pay attention to it, you know? And everybody else goes through it, so… whatever.”

Later in the interview, when asked if she had any specific backstage requests for her tour, Mariah Carey offered a single-word answer: “A kangaroo.”

The segment quickly became a trending topic on social media, with viewers calling the interview “bizarre” and “painful.”

One user wrote, “That was the most bizarre interview!!” while another questioned whether it was actually Carey on screen, writing, “Was that an AI version of MC? That poor lady. I feel sorry for you. You did your best. She hasn’t been called a DIVA for no reason.”

Some even speculated the singer might have been replaced by a digital replica.

“Sure she wasn’t an AI version of Carey?” one viewer asked. “Weird smile, no eye contact. Bot for sure.”

Carey’s demeanor during the interview contrasted sharply with her usual polished media appearances, leaving many puzzled about what exactly went wrong.

EXCLUSIVE: 50 Cent Authorized To Seize Former Employee’s House

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)Category: Exclusives

50 Cent has been granted court approval to seize a Connecticut property owned by former Sire Spirits executive Mitchell Green, who owes the Hip-Hop mogul’s liquor brand more than $7 million after a fraud conviction.

A federal bankruptcy judge lifted the automatic stay on Green’s Chapter 7 case, allowing Sire Spirits to enforce a lien on the Westport home at 299 Main Street.

The decision clears the way for foreclosure proceedings under state law.

Green, who once served as director of brand management for Sire Spirits, was found liable for orchestrating a kickback scheme involving inflated liquor prices and secret side deals with French distilleries.

According to court documents, he pocketed roughly $2.2 million in illegal payments between 2018 and 2020.

The fraud unraveled in 2020 after Green was targeted in an extortion attempt and confessed to the scheme. He was fired and later sued by Sire Spirits.

An arbitrator awarded the company more than $6.1 million in damages, legal fees and interest. With added penalties and interest, the total now exceeds $6.9 million.

Green tried to wipe the debt by filing for bankruptcy, but the court ruled the judgment was non-dischargeable due to the fraudulent nature of his actions.

That means the debt cannot be erased through bankruptcy. Sire Spirits recorded a judgment lien on Green’s Connecticut home, which is appraised at $1 million.

However, the property is underwater, with over $7 million in secured debts, including the mortgage and the Sire Spirits lien. Green has no equity in the home.

In court filings, Sire Spirits argued the house was not essential to Green’s bankruptcy case, which is a liquidation rather than a reorganization.

The company also pointed out that Green’s misconduct disqualified him from claiming the full homestead exemption, limiting his protection to $75,000.

The bankruptcy court agreed and waived the standard 14-day waiting period, giving Sire Spirits the green light to act immediately.

Green also pleaded guilty to wire fraud in federal court and awaits sentencing.

Jamie Foxx Thought He Was Cloned & Turned Into White Man

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

Jamie Foxx hallucinated a white version of himself and suspected he was being cloned while recovering from a stroke in a hospital bed, the actor revealed in a new interview.

The 57-year-old entertainer opened up to The Hollywood Reporter about the mental spiral he endured after suffering a brain bleed that left him in a coma for nearly three weeks.

While under heavy sedation, Foxx said he began to believe bizarre theories about what was happening to him.

“Even when I was heavily sedated, and they gave me OxyContin, Dilantin and morphine at the same time,” Foxx said, “it was, ‘This is for your pain, and this is so you don’t remember it.'”

The stroke, which occurred in April 2023, left Jamie Foxx unconscious for 20 days.

When he regained awareness, he said he couldn’t comprehend how someone in what he described as “perfect shape” could have suffered such a serious medical event.

“I snuck in my phone because I didn’t know what the outside world was saying and I couldn’t get my mind around the fact that I had a stroke. I’m in f###### perfect shape,” he said.

As he tried to piece together what had happened, Jamie Foxx said he began reading online conspiracy theories about his condition. One in particular stood out, sending him into a paranoid tailspin.

“I’m sitting in the hospital bed, like, ‘These b#### ass m############ are trying to clone me,'” he said.

The hallucinations intensified. Foxx described a moment when he thought he saw a white version of himself enter the hospital room.

“And then I saw me walk into my room, but I’m white, so I see the white me. The next morning, I said, ‘I know what’s up, you’re trying to clone me and make me white so I’ll sell better overseas.'”

Soon after, his doctors adjusted his medication levels, which helped bring him back to reality.

“Bro, I was on another planet,” he said.

Foxx has since returned to work and made several public appearances, including one in December 2023, where he spoke emotionally about his recovery.

Rap Trio Kneecap Promises Legal Fight Over Terrorism Charge

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

Kneecap declared they will “vehemently defend” themselves after member Mo Chara, 27, was hit with a terrorism charge in London tied to a flag allegedly supporting Hezbollah during a November 2024 show at the O2 Forum Kentish Town.

The Irish Hip-Hop group responded to the charge on social media, accusing the British government of targeting them instead of addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

“We deny this ‘offense’ and will vehemently defend ourselves. This is political policing. This is a carnival of distraction. We are not the story,” they wrote. “We are on the right side of history. You are not. We will fight you in court. We will win.”

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Mo Chara is set to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (June 18).

The Metropolitan Police confirmed the charge stems from a video that surfaced online showing the group allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag during the November concert.

According to BBC News, authorities were alerted to the footage on April 22, and the Crown Prosecution Service later approved the charge.

The trio, Mo Chara, Móglaí Bap and DJ Próvaí—have faced mounting scrutiny over their politically charged performances. The Met previously launched an investigation into videos showing them chanting “up Hamas, up Hezbollah” and calling for violence against British lawmakers.

The group denied supporting any proscribed organizations and claimed the footage was misrepresented.

Several of their shows were canceled following the controversy, including fallout from their Coachella performance in California, where they displayed messages referencing the Israel-Hamas war.

Formed in 2017, Kneecap gained wider recognition with their semi-autobiographical film Kneecap, which won a BAFTA in February.

Megan Fox Calls Pregnancy With Machine Gun Kelly “A Happy Accident”

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

Megan Fox shared that her latest pregnancy with Machine Gun Kelly came as an unexpected but welcome development, revealing the news on Instagram alongside a video from her new Prime Video series Overcompensating.

“38 years old, six weeks pregnant (unplanned but a happy surprise). Please stop listening to the patriarchy. Women are eternal light beings. We do not have an expiration date. Don’t let them rob you of your power,” she wrote in the caption, which has since been deleted.

The clip, filmed last year while she was pregnant, shows the Jennifer’s Body star posing in a short skirt and crop top for her guest role on the streaming comedy.

Fox and MGK welcomed their first child together on March 27, though the baby girl’s name has not been made public.

The couple, who began dating in 2020 and got engaged in 2022, called off the engagement last year.

While they announced the pregnancy in November, their current relationship status remains unclear, though multiple outlets have reported a possible split.

The Transformers actress has three sons—Noah, 12, Bodhi, 11, and Journey, 8—with ex-husband Brian Austin Green, while the Bloody Valentine rapper shares 15-year-old daughter Casie with a former partner.

Remembering Sacha Jenkins: Visionary In Hip-Hop & Counter In Culture

By: Chuck Creekmur (@ChuckCreekmur)Category: Exclusives


Chuck “Jigsaw” Creekmur talks about one of his heroes in creativity, the incomparable Sacha Jenkins.

A few years ago, I had the privilege and honor to sit on a panel with the ubiquitous creative Sacha Jenkins. For me, it was more than a speaking engagement, it was a moment of validation. I had followed his work for years, decades actually. Sacha, the co-founder of the legendary Ego Trip magazine, represented a curvy, creative lane I deeply admired. To share space with someone who helped shape the very culture I coveted felt like an arriving. It should be noted, this was a few short years ago.

Now, did I arrive in the same way he did? Not quite. But I felt accomplished. Proud. And though I never got to know Sacha Jenkins deeply on a personal level, I knew his work inside and out. Like myself, he had a wildly diverse creative palette. That versatility made me feel seen.

I own his Merciless Book of Metal Lists. I have Piecebook: The Secret Drawings of Graffiti Writers. And of course, the Ego Trip books are on my shelf, staples in any Hip-Hop culturalist’s library. He stood alongside peers like Kevin Powell and dream hampton, journalists who transcended the byline to become cultural architects. And in Sacha’s case, that rebellious spirit was never far from the surface. In my early days they all inspired me to get serious about creating.

That led to my work with Grouchy Greg in building AllHipHop. When I came on board, I brought my own lens. I had a distinct focus on lifestyle, drawn from my prior online publication dedicated to the “lifestyles of aggressive people.” Ego Trip was the “The Arrogant Voice of Musical Truth.” That raw, unfiltered energy poured into AllHipHop. I studied the game. I studied the greats. And Sacha Jenkins was one of them.

Under Sacha’s editorial vision, Ego Trip was more than a magazine. It was an audacious, genre-smashing blueprint. Quirky, defiant and often absurd, it offered a version of Hip-Hop mediam where there were no rules. It wasn’t always polished, but it was always true. For those of us building Hip-Hop platforms outside the mainstream, Ego Trip was just as influential as legacy titles like The Source or XXL. It proved you could build culture without permission.

Jenkins’ creative journey didn’t stop there. He co-created Ego Trip’s The (White) Rapper Show on VH1, eventually becoming creative director at the revitalized Mass Appeal. He directed classic documentaries like Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men, Louis Armstrong’s Black & Blues, You’re Watching Video Music Box and produced Supreme Team with Nas.

Even when critics panned Everything’s Gonna Be All White—Showtime’s lowest-rated doc at the time—Jenkins stood firm. By the way, I was featured in that docu-series with a motley crew of truth-tellers and it was dope. He told hard truths, even if it made people uncomfortable. Haters gonna hate. So what.

What makes Sacha Jenkins important isn’t just his talent. It’s his willingness to evolve, to challenge the system, while advancing the culture within said system. In an era where many creators chase viral clicks or placate platforms, Sacha chose authenticity every time. He reminded us that Hip-Hop is not just music. By the way, he was never just Hip-Hop. When he texted me his punk rock band, I knew he knew we were like minds, counter culture even within Hip-Hop.

Sacha Jenkins’ work was never about playing it safe. To me, it was about pushing the envelope until it was shredded and tattered. I appreciated when he left Mass Appeal. I don’t know why he left, but I was happy. We talked as the were creating the Rick James documentary, because I was the last to interview the great funk legend. I now realize, in looking at our texts, this guy was that guy. But not that guy dying for social or social media validation or that guy living for others. Like the late Greg Tate, he was just that guy empirically.

His legacy is a torch passed to every journalist, filmmaker and creative who dares to speak truth without selling out. You can be radical, intelligent, hilarious and disruptive and still be respected. He showed us we, the non-rapping, yet rapping better than the rappers, creative as hell, intellectual in the streets and classroom artsy ass kids from everywhere are the culture too.

Rest in culture, Sacha Jenkins.

EXCLUSIVE: Tyler, The Creator Accused Of Stealing Dead Dog Image For Clothing Brand

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)Category: Exclusives

Tyler, The Creator is facing a federal lawsuit in Texas after being accused of using a copyrighted photo of a dog named Bliss on Golf le Fleur merchandise without permission.

The complaint, filed by Anne Barlow and Joy Radabaugh, alleges that Golf le Fleur, along with Louis Vuitton and Converse, profited from the unauthorized use of a 1997 photograph featuring Barlow’s Airedale Terrier mid-jump at a dog agility show.

The image, taken by Radabaugh, was allegedly reproduced and sold on clothing and accessories without licensing or credit.

“In July 1997, Radabaugh was the photographer for a dog agility show attended by Barlow and her Spindletop kennel. There, Radabaugh photographed Bliss jumping a hurdle in an agility competition. Barlow purchased this photograph from Radabaugh after the show and has kept it ever since. Barlow displayed the photograph on her bedside nightstand for years, serving as a constant reminder of Bliss’s loyalty and companionship even after Bliss’s passing,” the plaintiffs’ attorney Casey Griffith said.

Barlow is a well-known Airedale breeder and Radabaugh has worked professionally as an animal photographer.

They note that while Radabaugh’s photos have occasionally been used without permission, those instances were never for commercial gain.

The lawsuit points to Tyler the Creator’s 2023 “Dogtooth” music video as the first public appearance of the image on a Golf le Fleur T-shirt.

Since then, the photo has reportedly been used across a range of branded merchandise, including in collaborations with Louis Vuitton and Converse.

The pair is unsure how Tyler the Creator got his hands on the image, but they said the picture was published 25 years ago in an issue of the Airedale Terrier Club of America magazine.

“In 2000, a copy of the Airedale Work was included in a 100-year anniversary edition ATCA publication. And Barlow has also published the Airedale Work online,” Griffith added.

Barlow and Radabaugh jointly own the copyright to the image, with a certificate of registration effective April 30, 2025. They claim they only discovered the alleged infringement in 2024.

The suit seeks damages and an injunction to halt any further use of the image.

Diddy Fights To Save Fortune As Government Moves To Seize All

By: London JennnCategory: News

Sean “Diddy” Combs is staring down the possible loss of his multimillion-dollar empire as federal prosecutors pursue asset forfeiture tied to sweeping criminal allegations that could cost him both his freedom and fortune.

The embattled Hip-Hop mogul’s estimated net worth has reportedly plummeted from $1 billion in 2022 to roughly $400 million in 2025, a steep decline fueled by mounting legal expenses, settlements and the collapse of key business relationships, including his lucrative deal with Diageo, the parent company of Cîroc vodka.

CNN’s Laura Coates reported that Diddy is battling both legal jeopardy and financial risk, with the government potentially moving to seize his assets.

According to former Department of Justice official Jim Trusty, the scope of the government’s forfeiture claims is massive.

“This is a very, very broadly phrased forfeiture allegation,” he explained. “The RICO is essentially anything he touched in his business world. Whether it’s record labels, liquor labels, planes, trains and automobiles. Basically, everything is in play.”

That means everything from Bad Boy Records to his real estate, luxury cars and private jets could be up for grabs.

Additionally, Trusty said prosecutors do not have to prove those assets were tied to criminal activity.

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To push back, Diddy has retained Stefan Cassella, a former DOJ forfeiture expert, to challenge the government’s approach to seizing as many of his holdings as possible.

Federal prosecutors allege Diddy ran a criminal operation that spanned more than a decade, accusing him of using his companies to orchestrate sexual abuse, forced labor, bribery, arson and obstruction of justice from 2008 to 2024.

The indictment claims he coerced women into drug-fueled sex parties with male sex workers—referred to as “freak offs”—and then intimidated them into silence.

Diddy has pleaded not guilty and denies all accusations, maintaining that any sexual encounters were consensual.

Investigators are also combing through his financial records in search of any hidden or transferred assets that may have been shielded from seizure.

EXCLUSIVE: Diddy Demands More Phone Time

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)Category: News

Diddy wants more time on the phone and longer video calls as his sex trafficking racketeering trial unfolds in a Brooklyn federal courtroom.

Attorneys for the Hip-Hop mogul filed a letter to U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian asking to boost his monthly phone limit from 300 to 500 minutes.

They also requested permission for video teleconferencing with his legal team to extend until 9 p.m. daily. The defense team said the extra time is necessary to prepare for trial after court hours and on weekends.

The letter was signed by lawyers Marc Agnifilo, Teny Geragos, Alexandra Shapiro, Jason Driscoll and Anna Estevao and sent to federal prosecutors.

The request comes as Diddy remains jailed at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, where he has been held without bail. Judges have repeatedly denied his release, citing concerns about flight risk and possible interference with witnesses.

The trial, which began with opening statements on Monday (May 5), centers on sweeping allegations, including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking through force or coercion and transporting individuals for prostitution.

Diddy faces a minimum of 15 years in prison if convicted on all charges.

Testimony began on Monday (May 12) and has included graphic and emotional accounts from multiple witnesses. Cassie Ventura, one of the most prominent witnesses, testified for over 20 hours.

She described a decade-long relationship marked by alleged abuse, manipulation and forced participation in what she called “freak-off” sex parties.

She also recounted the infamous 2016 incident in which Diddy allegedly assaulted her in the hallway of the Intercontinental Hotel. Surveillance footage of that encounter was later shown in court.

The assault led to a massive payday for Cassie: Diddy settled her civil suit for $20 million, and the Intercontinental Hotel is going to shell out another $10 million.

Rapper Kid Cudi also took the stand in one of the more sensational moments of the trial.

Kid Cudi testified that in December 2011, after he briefly dated Ventura, Diddy broke into his home, shut his dog in a bathroom and even opened his Christmas presents.

Weeks later, his Porsche was destroyed in what he believes was a firebombing ordered by Combs.

Another witness, George Kaplan, who worked as Diddy’s assistant, testified under immunity. He described being ordered to clean up after sexual encounters and transport large amounts of cash.

Additional witnesses have described Diddy as controlling and abusive, with some alleging he used disguises during sexual acts and pressured others into participating in encounters with commercial sex workers.

Diddy’s attorneys have pushed back, claiming all sexual activity was consensual and that the accusations are financially motivated.

The court is adjourned for the Memorial Day weekend, and the trial is scheduled to resume next week. According to reports, the trial should wrap up before the July 4 holiday.