Cardi B hit the runway on December 2, making her debut on the catwalk at Balenciaga’s Fall 2024 fashion show in Los Angeles. Cardi rocked a floor-length deep royal blue fur coat, closing out the show with her playful and oversized outerwear.
As usual, haters online suggested some of Cardi B’s looks were photoshopped. She was quick to dismiss the allegations, tweeting, “It’s the photoshop. You know you gagged them too hard when the haters gotta start making edits.”
Despite the judgement, the event was a momentous occasion for Cardi B and Balenciaga, as it represented their first-ever showing in Hollywood.
Cardi B took it back to the 1990s, featuring trimmed, thin eyebrows and lips outlined with black liner and filled with red lip stain, complemented by a shimmering silver stud at the corner of her lips.
The outdoor runway show presented an array of designs from over-the-top couture to cozy loungewear, highlighting the diverse and creative vision of Balenciaga.
Celebs who watched Cardi B strut her stuff included Lil Wayne, 2 Chainz, Teyana Taylor, Tinashe, Kim Kardashian, Salma Hayek and Kendall Jenner.
Cardi B’s journey with Balenciaga began with her lyrics, manifesting her affinity for the brand in her hit song “I Like It.” By 2020, she had become the international fashion house’s first major celebrity spokesperson in recent memory, marking her first high-fashion brand deal.
The partnership was officially announced as part of Balenciaga’s Winter 2020 ad campaign, showcasing the rapper in a distinctive and influential role with the 103-year-old luxury fashion house.
SZA has stated that songs become ‘ruined’ after being leaked. The Grammy Award winner has recently expressed her frustration over the leaked music shared online.
“When people leak my songs, they ruin them,” SZA, 34, told Variety in a new interview. “Then it’s not mine anymore; it’s actually yours. It’s something unfinished that you decided was ready to be shared. And it’s like, F**k you. Now I’m not releasing it.'”
SZA continued, “Play your leak, but you’re not gonna bully me into dropping music. I’m now embarrassed by this less-than-correct version that you put out. You’ve sent me into a weird space creatively when you could have just waited for me, but you’re selfish.”
Elsewhere in the interview, SZA, real name Solána Rowe, detailed her upcoming deluxe edition of her 2022 album SOS, titled Lana. The singer explained that the name was inspired by her first tattoo, which she got because she couldn’t afford the six letters of Solána.
“It was gonna be (SOS) outtakes and some new songs, but it’s become more than I expected,” she said of the album. “It was gonna be really soft because I had made all my screaming points, and I just wanted to glide and not think (too much) and get out of my own head – I was so happy to say some st that didn’t mean a fking thing.”
“It’s definitely turning into its own album… and I guess I could drop a new album randomly because no one’s actually expecting that from me right now,” SZA continued. “But I can’t tell if now’s the time to be consistent or carefree. On the one hand, it’s like, ‘What would Beyonce do?’ but I am also deeply inspired by people who do whatever the f**k they want, like Frank Ocean and Andre 3000.”
The musician added, “Some of my favorite songs were the ones that I dropped on SoundCloud (early in her career) because it was so stress-free.”
Jada Pinkett Smith has revealed she and Will Smith are “staying together forever” despite their 2016 separation.
During the publicity tour for her memoir “Worthy” in October, she revealed that she had been separated from Will Smith since 2016.
However, during an appearance on “The Drew Barrymore Show” on Tuesday, Jada Pinkett Smith confirmed that she and Will are in their marriage for the long haul.
“We’re staying together forever. I tried. We tried,” she told Drew, seemingly alluding to their attempts at splitting up.
The 52-year-old, who married Will in 1997, previously explained that the 2022 Oscars, where the actor slapped Chris Rock after he made a joke at her expense, marked a turning point in their marriage.
“Being there with him that night, what I did know, was that I might not have walked in there as his wife, but I left that night as his wife,” she said in an interview with CBS Mornings. “And as I sit here today, I am going to be by his side, always.”
During her conversation with Drew, Jada Pinkett Smith discussed accepting that no human being is perfect all the time.
“When you really learn how to accept yourself fully, you really learn how to accept your partner fully as well and that’s been a journey all in itself,” she shared. “And you learn how to accept everyone else, even when you’re dealing with their shadow. You just learn how to embrace the light of people as well as the shadows. I love Will as who he is.”
Will and Jada share two children: Jaden, 25, and Willow, 23.
50 Cent has been one of Diddy’s most outspoken critics since Cassie Ventura filed her shocking lawsuit against her ex on November 16. For the past three weeks, the Power mogul has posted multiple memes mocking Diddy while promising a new documentary called Diddy Do It is on the horizon.
On Sunday (December 3), 50 Cent shared a meme melding Diddy’s face with the face of convicted sex offender R. Kelly. He wrote in the caption, “Diddy do it ? COMING SOON GLG GreenLightGang [movie emoji] and another one!” Hours later, he was back with another one, this time sharing a screenshot of the headline: “After Sexual Assault Lawsuits, Are Sean Combs’ Empire & Brand At Risk?”
50 Cent was prepared with his answer, writing in the caption, “No he will be fine. He has so much money when his corporate partners pull out. he will just reach in his pockets and make it happen. You saw how fast he paid Cassie. He’s a real Billionaire. He has f### you money guys, So f### you ! Diddy Do It ? COMING SOON!”
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Meanwhile, Diddy has remained silent on social media. Coincidentally, his last posts on Instagram and Twitter arrived on November 16, the same day Ventura filed her suit in a Manhattan federal court. In the docs, she said shortly after she met Diddy in 2005, he began a pattern of control and abuse that included plying her with drugs, beating her and forcing her to have sex with a succession of male prostitutes while he filmed the encounters. In 2018, right around the time they broke up for good, Ventura claims Diddy forced his way into her home and raped her.
“After years in silence and darkness,” Ventura said in a statement, “I am finally ready to tell my story, and to speak up on behalf of myself and for the benefit of other women who face violence and abuse in their relationships.”
Ben Brafman, an attorney for Diddy, said his client “vehemently denies these offensive and outrageous allegations. For the past six months, Mr. Combs has been subjected to Ms. Ventura’s persistent demand of $30 million, under the threat of writing a damaging book about their relationship, which was unequivocally rejected as blatant blackmail. Despite withdrawing her initial threat, Ms. Ventura has now resorted to filing a lawsuit riddled with baseless and outrageous lies, aiming to tarnish Mr. Combs’s reputation and seeking a payday.”
Despite Brafman’s remarks, Ventura did get a payday—just 24 hours after she filed. The former couple quickly settled out of court, but the ripple effect is still being felt. Two other women also filed sexual assault lawsuits against Diddy, companies (including his own REVOLT TV) have been distancing themselves and the court of public opinion continues to be relentless.
As for Diddy, he’s issued one statement through his rep since settling with Ventura that read: “We have decided to resolve this matter amicably. I wish Cassie and her family all the best. Love.”
AllHipHop was in the house for the New York City premiere of “Power Book III: Raising Kanan.”The glorious affair took place at Chelsea Factory in New York, NY and all the stars of the hit show were in the house. The exclusive gathering featured Patina Miller, Mekai Curtis, London Brown, Malcolm Mays, Joey Bada$$, Hailey Kilgore, Shanley Caswell, Antonio Ortiz, Grantham Coleman, Wendell Pierce, and and others.
Over the past two seasons of “Raising Kanan,” Kanan Stark has embarked on a gradual journey of self-discovery, realizing the truth about his mother and himse.f. This saga has been a painful one, impacting everyone in his orbit. Kanan has been forced into an intricate tapestry of his family’s endless hidden truths and deception. For much of this time, he stayed in a state of denial, but now, the blinders have been lifted.
In the third season, Kanan finds himself staring at sobering concepts of morality, ethics, fidelity, and betrayal. And he’s not alone in this struggle. Marvin seeks redemption, Raq finally comes clean, Lou fights his inner demons, and others are on deeply personal journies. There is not right or wrong, good or evil.
New episodes of “Power Book III: Raising Kanan” will available to stream on Starz.com and the Starz app.
KRS-One has dropped a new music video, “50 More Years Of Hip-Hop,” in honor of Hip-Hop History Month. MLody produced the song and put the Blast Master’s diverse styles on full display.
KRS-One, whose real name is Lawrence Parker, is a legendary American rapper, songwriter, and Hip-Hop icon. Born on August 20, 1965, in Brooklyn, New York, he is renowned for his influential contributions to the hip-hop culture. KRS-One is often referred to as “The Teacha” due to his insightful and socially conscious lyrics.
He gained prominence as a founding member of the pioneering hip-hop group Boogie Down Productions (BDP) in the late 1980s. KRS-One’s lyrical prowess, combined with his activism and commitment to addressing social issues through his music, earned him a revered status in the Hip-Hop community.
Throughout his career, KRS-One has released numerous albums and singles, including classics like “Criminal Minded” and “My Philosophy.” His music often touches on themes of self-empowerment, social justice, and the preservation of Hip-Hop’s foundational principles.
KRS-One’s impact extends beyond music; he is also an educator, author, and lecturer, sharing his knowledge and insights about Hip-Hop culture and its historical significance. His dedication to the art form and his commitment to using Hip-Hop as a tool for positive change have solidified his legacy as one of the most influential figures in the history of Hip-Hop.
Emmy-winning actress Julianna Margulies has responded to widespread criticism for comments she made during a podcast interview, where she suggested that the black community may have been “brainwashed to hate Jews.”
The remarks, made on “The Back Room with Andy Ostroy” podcast, sparked outrage online, leading Margulies to issue an apology.
In the podcast, released on November 21, Julianna Margulies reflected on the documentary “The US and the Holocaust,” suggesting it should be mandatory viewing for the Black community.
She cited historical instances of Jewish support for civil rights causes and expressed confusion and disappointment over what she perceived as a lack of reciprocal support from the Black community for Jewish issues, particularly in relation to Israel.
“The fact that the entire Black community isn’t standing with us to me says either they just don’t know, or they’ve been brainwashed to hate Jews,” Margulies said, taking issue with Black people calling Jews colonists for the treatment of the Palestinians.
“These kids are calling Jews colonialists. If you’re gonna go with that argument, kids, then get the f### out of America,” spouted Margulies, who is Jewish and whose family immigrated to the United States from Hungary, Romania, Austria and Russia.
Further intensifying the controversy, Julianna Margulies, who also portrays a lesbian character on the Apple TV+ series “The Morning Show,” commented on a Columbia University leaflet that excluded Zionists from a screening of black lesbian films.
She expressed being more offended as a lesbian than as a Jew, questioning the stance of those who she felt were not supporting their Jewish allies.
“As someone who plays a lesbian journalist on ‘The Morning Show,’ I am more offended by it as a lesbian than I am as a Jew,” she fumed. “Because I wanna say to them, ‘You f###### idiots. You don’t exist. You’re even lower than the Jews. A. You’re Black, and B. You’re gay and you’re turning your back against the people who support you?’ Because Jews, they rally around everybody.”
Following the backlash, Margulies released a statement to Deadline, expressing horror at the offense her comments caused to both the black and LGBTQ+ communities.
“I am horrified by the fact that statements I made on a recent podcast offended the Black and LGBTQIA+ communities, communities I truly love and respect,” Margulies said. “I want to be 100% clear: Racism, homophobia, sexism, or any prejudice against anyone’s personal beliefs or identity are abhorrent to me, full stop. Throughout my career, I have worked tirelessly to combat hate of all kinds, end antisemitism, speak out against terrorist groups like Hamas, and forge a united front against discrimination. I did not intend for my words to sow further division, for which I am sincerely apologetic.”
Julianna Margulies emphasized her commitment to fighting hate, antisemitism, and discrimination of all kinds, insisting that her intent was not to sow division.
Margulies reiterated her stance against any form of prejudice, whether based on personal beliefs or identity but the outrage only continued.
Check out some of the replies swirling on social media.
Tyga recently sat down for a conversation with Lil Wayne and revealed he and YG have been working on a collaborative album together that could rival previous collabs he’s done with Weezy and Chris Brown.
During the latest installment of Weezy’s “Young Money Radio” series for Apple Music, T-Raww dished about the process behind working on the album with YG, which he says they initially had plans to do in 2019. While discussing the upcoming joint-effort, Tyga explained how he and the 4Hunnid Records mogul have forged a creative connection similar to the synergy he’s built with Weezy and CB over the years.
“It was easy,” Tyga said of working with YG. “I felt like it’s like working with you [Lil Wayne] or working with Chris Brown—I always say you and Chris is my top. Getting in the studio is easy.
“When you know somebody, you know could hear a certain beat, you know how somebody going to flow to it, how they tone going to be. So, YG was easy, because we make a lot of the similar records as far as some of the club, West Coast, same tempo.”
A rep for Jeezy (real name Jay Jenkins) has shot down claims he cheated on his soon-to-be former wife and mother of his child, Jeannie Mai. In a statement issued to US Weekly, the rep said, “Any claim of infidelity on Mr. Jenkins’ behalf are 100 percent false and we have no further statements at this time.” The couple signed a prenuptial agreement in March 2021, but the terms haven’t been disclosed. A recent filing reveals a penalty if any party cheated throughout the course of the marriage. Mai is reportedly asking for the penalty to be upheld in the divorce decree and also requested an “equitable division” of all marital assets.
“Wife further shows that the Court should enforce Paragraph 8 of the Prenuptial Agreement regarding infidelity,” Mai claimed in the court docs. “[The clause] provides, in pertinent part, that in the event that either party engages in sexual relations, an emotional relationship, or is emotionally or sexually suggestive in communication with a third party … shall result in a significant financial penalty upon the adulterous party as specified in said Prenuptial Agreement.”
The verbiage seems to suggest Jeezy was unfaithful, something that would be in stark contrast to what he expressed in an interview with Nia Long and on his new single, “Don’t Cheat.”
Jeezy filed for divorce in September amid rumors Mai had cheated with Access Hollywood host Mario Lopez, but that was debunked by a source close to her. Jeezy, meanwhile, said their two-year marriage was “irretrievably broken” and he and Mai were already living in a “bona fide state of separation” prior to his petition.
“This has not been an easy journey. I can tell you that I’m sad, I can tell you that I’m disappointed, I can tell you that I’m uneasy,” Jeezy said at the time. “But God has put me on a different path, and that path is going to entail for me to take care of myself and to love myself and to be in the best situation that I can thrive as someone who’s been through all of the things that I’ve been through.”
Jeezy also admitted he doesn’t “like to fail at anything” and “can only be responsible” for himself. He added, “I can only do what I can do. I can’t expect someone else to do what I’m doing.”
The former Def Jam Recordings artist broke his silence on the split in October, saying, “The decision to end this chapter in my life was not made impulsively and comes with a heavy heart. Despite this, my love and respect for Jeannie remains, and the time we spent together holds a cherished place in my heart.”
Lil Durk must have some of the most committed fans out of any artist in the industry—either that or something fishy is going on.
As we all know, with the end of the year comes Spotify Wrapped and Apple Music Replay for both artists and streaming service users to review their listening and streaming habits throughout the calendar year. There are often many surprises embedded within the year-end roundups, rather they manifest in the form of the top artist a fan listened to or most streamed song for any given artist.
For one unlucky Spotify user, she was gifted the ultimate surprise of an all-out takeover of her account by an unidentified, and clearly devout follower of Durkio’s Only The Family (OTF) imprint. According to the female user, who described her listening patterns to include mostly Taylor Swift, “cute granola stuff” with a “sprinkle” of SZA in the mix every now and then (and is also a terrible actress, by the way), an unknown hacker took control of her account and streamed so much Lil Durk that her entire top artists, top songs and top albums categories were completely occupied by the OTF lyricist.
“Whoever hacked into my Spotify account and listened to Lil Durk for 21,000 hours this year, I hope you rot,” the woman said in the hysterical video. In case you were wondering, her top song streamed this year was Durkio and J. Cole’s Almost Healed anthem “All My Life.”
Amillion is an International Hip-Hop Artist, Award Winning Poet, Best Selling Author and Delaware Key to the City Holder.
Amillion was recently selected by Forbes for the Culture and has become CEO of 1NA Record Label, 1NA Radio Show and 1NA Alkaline Water.
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Amillion has appeared on ABC, BET, MTV, Vh1 and iHeart networks amongst many others. His astounding musical abilities has led him to headline tours overseas including; United Kingdom, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Amsterdam, Canada, Virgin Islands as well as across the United States.
Amillion’s emerging career abroad in entertainment is coupled with an active role in inspiring his local community.
Amillion’s inspirational movement, 1NA consists of his music projects, poetry books, health beverage and community activism. His trademark, “1NA” logo stands for One In A Million.
Amillion’s mission is to inspire millions to become one in a million and not another statistic. The 1NA brand has partnered with companies such as Lamborghini, iHeart Radio, WDRB Media, Move On Voting Campaign, TV commercials on Fox News, DTLR Stores throughout the United States and Zara Fashion Retailers internationally.
Additionally, Amillion has had successful tours to schools, prisons, churches and shelters, performing and conducting workshops to help youth and adults exercise mental health.
Amillion implements poetry and musical strategies to help individuals communicate and creatively understand their emotions. 1NA Workshops has since been featured in more than 50 school districts, public libraries, juvenile facilities, adult prisons in the course of ten years.
He proudly created the, Amillion The Poet Scholarship Fund and 1NA Foundation that has awarded $5,000 to both high school and college students in 2017 to date. 2021 birthed Amillion’s 1NA Water Company to add physical to mental wellness.
Amillion received a prestigious ASCAP nomination as well as a score on the #1 Movie in the Country, “The Equalizer 2”, starring Denzel Washington. In addition, Amillion’s own short film/documentary, “Road 2 to Firefly” was featured in AMC Theaters, which sold out twice!!
The News Journal ranked Amillion the Top Hip-Hop Artist and Mover and Shaker in Delaware. With other awards including; NAACP Image Award, Delaware’s 40 under 40, Forbes For the Culture Honoree, The Human and Civil Rights Award, The Better Delmarva Award, Keys to the City of Dover and Eastern Shore Maryland. Amillion proves to be a Key man of the people in the entertainment industry, internationally and in the community!!
Since the debut of Amillion’s 1st album, Poetry in Motion the Soundtrack and the release of his Best-Selling book, P.I.M.P (Poetry In Motion Proceeds), he has also co-authored a children’s book, Beauty Full with his daughter Aaliyah A. Mayfield.
Musically, Amillion has since released several successful music projects which include; 1NA the Mixtape, Key to the City, Road to Firefly, 1NA Tour, Covid-1NA The Cure & The Deluxe that combined over 1,000,000 streams. Adding to his impressive resume, he recently released 1NA Flows Part 1 and 2.
Amillion is now evolving from being the voice of Delaware to providing a platform for other voices to be heard. Amillion has taken his career to new heights birthing 1NA Records last year and 1NA Radio Show that has now reached over 400,000 listeners this year.
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“Amillion is what would happen if Dr. Martin Luther King & Malcolm X came to a compromise.”- Dr. Cornel West
Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack collaboration with Audemars Piguet has arrived, in addition to a snippet of unreleased music. On Thursday (November 30), Scott appeared and performed at the exclusive launch event for the collaboration, which includes a new luxury watch design in addition to a full apparel collection.
The highlight of the collab is the aforementioned timepiece, which is Scott’s take on the Royal Oak silhouette—dubbed the “Chocolate AP” and quaintly priced at $210K. Scott actually debuted a custom version of the Chocolate AP he designed that includes a bezel lined with an assortment of precious colored stones.
The apparel arm of the collab includes an assortment of hats, hoodies and t-shirts emblazoned with the same Cactus Jack branding featured in the extensive design palette of Scott’s Chocolate AP. In a statement provided in a press release, Scott commented on his approach to designing the collab, revealing his mindset was based creatively in the same space as when he is in
“I approached this collaboration similar to sampling or starting a beat, taking inspiration from classics while introducing innovation to push them into the future,” Scott said. “I’m beyond amped about the results, a first ever for the iconic Royal Oak. For it to be my brother Francois’ final project as CEO of AP makes it even more epic—we are sending him out with a Mega f###### epic mic drop … LETTTSSSSS GOOOOOO.”
The collection is currently available for purchase via Scott’s official website as of Friday (December 1). Check out video of La Flame’s performance featuring the unreleased snippet below.
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DV0 5P, the talented and dynamic artist hailing from the Windy City, is taking the music industry by storm with his unique sound, captivating performances, and unwavering determination. With his relentless drive and undeniable talent, DV0 5P is rising through the ranks and solidifying his position as a force to be reckoned with.
Born and raised in Chicago, DV0 5P’s musical journey began at a young age, immersing himself in the vibrant and diverse music scene that the city has to offer. Influenced by the rich musical heritage of Chicago, he developed a style that seamlessly blends elements of hip-hop, R&B, and soul, creating a sound that is undeniably his own.
DV0 5P has been making significant strides in the industry, garnering attention and support from fans and industry professionals alike. His powerful lyrics, combined with infectious melodies, have resonated with listeners, connecting on a deep and personal level. DV0 5P’s raw and authentic storytelling reflects his personal experiences, painting a vivid picture of life in Chicago and addressing issues that resonate with audiences worldwide.
Not content with merely making music, DV0 5P has been actively involved in building his brand and expanding his reach. He has collaborated with renowned producers and artists, further enhancing his sonic palette and pushing the boundaries of his creativity. DV0 5P’s relentless work ethic and entrepreneurial mindset have allowed him to establish a solid foundation for success, navigating the industry with finesse and strategic vision.
With each release, DV0 5P has continued to make waves, gaining recognition and accolades along the way. His latest single, “Really H1m,” quickly gained traction on streaming platforms, amassing a dedicated fanbase eager for more. DV0 5P’s projects, showcase his versatility and growth as an artist, solidifying his place as one of Chicago’s rising stars.
As DV0 5P’s star continues to rise, he remains committed to making an impact through his music. He is not only dedicated to entertaining audiences but also to using his platform to shine a light on social issues affecting his community. Through his music, DV0 5P aims to inspire others and create a positive change.
DV0 5P’s journey has just begun, and the future looks promising for this emerging artist from Chicago. With a growing fanbase, critical acclaim, and a determination to make a lasting impact, DV0 5P is poised to leave an indelible mark on the music industry.
Casanova will remain in prison for the foreseeable future. On Friday (December 1), a federal judge upheld the Roc Nation artist’s 188-month prison sentence, determining it was still warranted. According to court documents reviewed by AllHipHop, the judge noted Casanova already got a sentence at the bottom of the sentencing range and has yet to serve 20 percent of it.
As the docs explain, “Defendant is not entitled to a sentence reduction because, assuming arguendo that he exhausted administrative remedies, he has failed to establish the existence of extraordinary and compelling reasons, and consideration of the factors set forth at 18 U.S.C. § 3553(a) does not warrant the relief requested.
“The defendant has failed to address, much less sustain, his burden of proof that a reduction would be consistent with the applicable policy statement that he is not a danger to the safety of any other person or to the community. The Court, at sentencing, noted the need to protect the public from further crimes: the defendant’s offense conduct is extremely serious and dangerous.”
Casanova pleaded guilty to robbery in 2020. Although he distanced himself from his ties to the Gorilla Stone Nation gang, writing an emotional letter to the judge ahead of sentencing, the judge said he hasn’t proven he’s no longer a threat to the community,
Casanova asked for the sentence reduction (or what is referred to as “a compassionate release”) in August, explaining his actions during a 2018 altercation at the Good Stuff Diner in New York didn’t legally constitute a “robbery” under New York State law. He was one of 18 defendants charged in a sweeping racketeering case for drug dealing, murder, attempted murder and other crimes committed by the Gorilla Stone gang.
A significant portion of Casanova’s sentencing was over an incident in which he snatched a cellphone from Niya Rucker, who was recording him at the diner. Rucker claimed that Casanova’s associates assaulted, choked, cut and broke her jaw while retrieving her phone to delete the footage. Consequently, Casanova was slapped with two counts of felony robbery. The rapper and his lawyer, Scott Leemon, refuted these accusations, with Leemon stating that Rucker left the diner with her phone and insisted no robbery occurred.
Lil Wayne is reportedly being sued by an ex-bodyguard for an alleged assault that took place in December 2021 at the rapper’s Hidden Hills home. According to legal docs obtained by TMZ Hip Hop, Lil Wayne allegedly pulled a firearm on Carlos Christian and punched him in the ear. Christian claims Lil Wayne threatened to shoot him with a semiautomatic rifle, a threat he took seriously considering the “A Milli” artist served eight months at Rikers Island in 2010 on a gun charge.
Police arrived at Lil Wayne’s home around 1:40 p.m. local time on the day of the alleged incident. Christian told the officers he got into a verbal altercation with Wayne that eventualy turned violent. Deputies were contacted when Christian says he fled Wayne’s home for the gated community’s guard shack after being confronted with the rifle.
Lil Wayne allegedly accused Christian of leaking pictures to the media and asked him to leave the house before allegedly brandishing an AR-15. Sources close to Lil Wayne immediately denied Christian’s accusation and said Wayne didn’t even own a gun.
Christian is seeking compensatory and punitive damages for the alleged incident, claiming he incurred medical expenses, lost wages and suffered emotional distress from the alleged assault.
Lil Wayne has faced multiple gun charges over the years. In 2020, he pleaded guilty to a federal firearms charge in Florida. He was later pardoned by Donald Trump in January 2021. Wayne endorsed the MAGA leader in the 2020 presidential election that took place two months before Trump issued the lame-duck pardon.
In related news, Lil Wayne just released his collaborative album with 2 Chainz, Welcome 2 Collegrove, and dropped a single called “Hallelujah Heaven” with Jeymes Samuel, Buju Banton and Shabba Ranks from the film The Book of Clarence co-produced by JAY-Z. The film arrives in theaters on January 12. Listen to the track below.
Two people associated with rapper Nardo Wick have been arrested for assaulting one of his fans, according to the Tampa Police Department.
A 34-year-old named Zachary L. Benton and an unidentified minor, who is just 15 years old, surrendered to the cops. They were both charged with felony battery, while the juvenile was charged with possession of a firearm while wearing a mask.
The two men were caught on camera attacking a fan named George Obregon Jr. after Nardo Wick performed at Club Skye in Tampa. Obregon approached Nardo Wick for a photo, but he was brutally assaulted by the two individuals from Nardo Wick’s group.
One of the attackers sucker-punched Obregon, while another landed a blow to Obregon’s head. He was knocked unconscious and collapsed backward onto the concrete.
The aftermath of the incident was severe. Obregon suffered a concussion and brain bleeding, necessitating his admission to a local hospital in a critical but stable condition.
Nardo Wick, in a statement, expressed his dismay over the incident. He clarified that he did not condone the violence against his fans and had communicated his concerns and apologies to Obregon and his mother.
“I don’t condone what happened to my fan George after my show in any type of way,” Nardo Wick wrote. “I expressed to him and his mama how sorry and concerned I was that it happened to him multiple times before anything was ever posted on the internet. I sent his mama my number instantly the night it happened. I was even gone make a post to try to find out who he was before his mama text me. I can’t control another grown [man’s] actions. I ain’t know that was gone happen, and I was mad when it happened. I tried to stop it as u can see in the video, and if somebody got the longer video you can see how mad I was. I love and appreciate all my fans and don’t condone what happened at all dat s### ain’t gangsta or cool in no type of way.”
In a follow-up statement on his social media, Nardo Wick seemed genuinely concerned about Obregon.
“It ain’t about trying to stop nothing from happening ’cause I don’t want to get sued. It ain’t none of that,” Nardo Wick further stated on Instagram. “I genuinely care about the fan. That’s all I’m worrying about right now.”
Nardo Wick’s manager stated that the attackers were not Wick’s security or directly connected to him as an artist under RCA Records.
Obergon’s mother said her son was conscious but the extent of his injuries cannot be determined yet.
“To say my son is in this situation for a simple selfie is just mind-blowing,” Michelle Obergon told Tampa’s News 10. “We cannot say with a brain injury where he can be in a week, two weeks, a year, five years. The brain has to heal on its own.”
One of the former Minnesota Police Department officers convicted for the death of George Floyd, Derek Chauvin, was stabbed in prison earlier this week. Now, there are more details. According to CNN, fellow inmate John Turscak stabbed Chauvin approximately 22 times with an improvised knife in an attack. According to the federal complaint, at approximately 12:30 p.m. local time on Friday (November 24), Chauvin was in the law library at the Federal Correctional Institution in Tucson when Turscak assaulted him.
“Federal corrections offices immediately responded and deployed OC spray to subdue Turscak,” the criminal complaint said.
Turscak said he’d planned the attack for more than a month and chose Black Friday to reflect the Black Lives Matter movement and “Black Hand” symbol associated with the Mexican Mafia criminal organization. He said he would’ve killed Chauvin had someone not intervened so quickly. Turscak has been charged with three other counts, including assault with intent to commit murder, assault with a dangerous weapon and assault resulting in serious bodily injury.
“Attempted murder and assault with intent to commit murder violations each carry maximum penalties of 20 years’ incarceration, while assault with a dangerous weapon and assault resulting in serious bodily injury each carry maximum penalties of 10 years’ incarceration,” the District of Arizona’s US Attorney’s Office stated.
Chauvin is serving two concurrent sentences in Floyd’s 2020 murder in which he knelt on Floyd’s neck for more than nine minutes. He pleaded guilty months later to federal charges of depriving Floyd of his civil rights. He was convicted in April 2021 on state charges of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. He was sentenced to more than 21 years behind bars.
Corey “Ghost” Holland filed a $300 million lawsuit against Lionsgate Entertainment in March, alleging the company enabled 50 Cent (real name Curtis Jackson) to launch an intimidation campaign against him. The suit served as an extension to Holland’s previous $1 billion lawsuit against 50 Cent in which he alleged the popular STARZ Network series Power was based on his own life. Now, in court documents obtained by AllHipHop, 50 Cent wants the whole thing tossed out, arguing Holland waited too long to filed an assault claim against him.
“Plaintiff’s claim that he suffered from severe emotional distress is undermined by the allegations that Plaintiff owns a weapon and he and his family repeatedly tried to confront Jackson,” 50 Cent’s legal team writes in the docs. “The First Amended Complaint states: ‘Plaintiff wanted to confront 50 Cent/GOONS’ and ‘plaintiff was ready to go to war with [Jackson], plaintiff family came and got him, but security had the entire street blocked off, so there was no getting near or confronting 50 Cent’ and ‘[Plaintiff’s] family returned again tried to confront 50 Cent, but Street still blocked off, 50 Cent leaves town soon after.
“Plaintiff also states that on two separate occasions, when he was at a gas station, a vehicle approached him, and he ‘grab[bed] his weapon’ and ‘came very close’ to hurting these people in these situations. Indeed, the
allegation that Jackson ‘actually came to plaintiff home and neighborhood’ and ‘pull[ed] up to plaintiff home’ does not constitute a claim for assault.”
They continue, “The alleged conduct—Jackson ‘came to plaintiff home and neighborhood’—took place over a year before this Action was commenced. Around late July or early August 2021, Plaintiff can’t remember exactly your honor, but defendant Jackson decided to come to plaintiff neighborhood, not once, but twice. This claim is thus untimely. The assault claim should therefore be dismissed for failure to state a claim because the First Amended Complaint is devoid of any allegations to support such a claim against Jackson.”
According to Holland’s initial lawsuit, Lionsgate Entertainment was aware of 50 Cent’s illegal activities and harmful behavior but still hired and allowed him to develop and produce Power.
Holland alleges that Jackson used the TV series to further intimidate and harm him, ultimately leading to the supposed intimidation campaign. Holland wants the $300 million in damages for intentional infliction of emotional distress and negligence in hiring and retention, among other charges. The lawsuit also seeks to prevent Lionsgate Entertainment from using Holland’s life story in the future.
Diddy might want to file for bankruptcy to protect his billions of dollars – according to his rival, 50 Cent.
Last month, 50 Cent took to Instagram to confirm he was working on a documentary about the mogul, who has been accused of abusing his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura and assaulting two other women.
50 said his documentary was titled “Surviving Diddy” and now he confirmed the project is in the works.
“RAPPER 👀I thought Diddy was a Billionaire music mogul, If he’s smart he will file bankruptcy now,” 50 Cent said. “Anyone with real money knows why I’m saying this. Im the best producer for the job guys. 😳here come the receipts.”
RAPPER 👀I thought Diddy was a Billionaire music mogul, If he’s smart he will file bankruptcy now. Anyone with real money knows why I’m saying this. Im the best producer for the job guys. 😳here come the receipts • https://t.co/jnbpt4VX0Bpic.twitter.com/OB8kpqdhBt
Diddy’s legal troubles began with a lawsuit filed by his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, accusing him of rape and years of abuse.
The lawsuit, which was settled in less than 24 hours, accused Diddy of assaulting Cassie, trafficking her to male prostitutes, participating in “freak offs” with other men, and even blowing up Kid Cudi’s car in a jealous rage.
His lawyer asserted this was not an admission of wrongdoing, and the settlement terms remain undisclosed. The situation escalated with two more women filing lawsuits against Diddy.
Joi Dickerson-Neal claimed that he drugged and raped her in 1991, while another woman, identified as Jane Doe, accused Diddy and singer Aaron Hall of sexual assault dating back to the 1990s.
Since then, 50 Cent has been actively taunting his rival on social media. 50 Cent’s relentless mockery has included a “New Jack City” meme depicting Diddy as Nino Brown, a character from the film. 50 also posted a skit from “Chappelle’s Show” featuring a parody of Diddy’s show “Making the Band,” as performed by Dave Chappelle.
To make matters worse, former members of his inner circle have been exposing sordid allegations against the Bad Boy founder. Former Bad Boy artist Mark Curry, who has been a longtime critic of Diddy, claimed Diddy broke Kim Porter’s nose and wiretapped her. His ex-bodyguard Roger Bonds also confirmed he witnessed Diddy abusing Cassie.
Amid these controversies, Diddy temporarily stepped down as chairman of REVOLT, a network he co-founded. 50 Cent seized this opportunity to joke about purchasing the network, further heightening the tension between the two.
He also lost a partnership with the Capital Preparatory Harlem Charter School in New York City, which ended their relationship with him last week.
It has been a rough few weeks for Sean “Diddy” Combs. The Revolt network founder faces multiple allegations of sexual assault and various forms of abuse. Columbus Short also suggested that Diddy made unwanted sexual advances towards him.
On Friday (December 1), Columbus Short posted a video about Diddy to his Instagram page. The clip included the Stomp the Yard actor recalling an alleged phone call from the Hip-Hop mogul.
“I’m snitching. I’m snitching in the kitchen. Diddy, I gotta tell on him.” Short started. “He tried it on me. So I know it’s true. I was married. My ex-wife. I got a phone call in the middle of the night, about 2:30 in the morning.”
The ex-choreographer for Britney Spears also added, “I picked up the phone. It was Diddy. He said, ‘Hey man, we didn’t see you at the BET Awards. What are you doing?’ I said, ‘I’m in bed with my wife.'”
According to Columbus Short, Diddy responded by letting the former Scandal cast member know that he was staying at a hotel in Beverly Hills. Short then continued, “I said, ‘Who’s over there?’ He said, ‘Just me.'”
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Columbus Short’s story cannot be confirmed at this time. His Instagram caption did lead some people to believe the 41-year-old entertainer was just trolling. Short wrote, “DIDDY DO IT? #LostFiles #backonmyfunnyshit.”
However, Claudio Jordan seemed to take what Short had to say seriously. The television personality commented, “A LOT of people got stories about this man. Like I said on my show…. A LOT of PEOPLE (not just women) have been keeping his secrets. Smh at him inviting you over to an after-party of one!”
In addition, multiple women accused Columbus Short of being abusive. Police have detained the Kansas City native on more than one occasion following accusations of domestic violence by his partners.
