Ice Spice has officially joined the voice cast of The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants, marking her animated film debut and a fresh track just in time for summer.
The Bronx-born rapper is lending her voice to a new character in the upcoming Paramount feature set to hit theaters December 19, according to Deadline.
She’ll also contribute an original song to the film’s soundtrack, blending her signature sound with the underwater world of SpongeBob SquarePants.
The movie brings back the beloved sponge and his crew for a ghostly adventure centered around the Flying Dutchman, voiced by Mark Hamill. The plot follows SpongeBob and friends as they navigate a mysterious fairground while confronting the ghostly pirate.
The cast also includes Regina Hall, George Lopez, Sherry Cola, and Arturo Castro, along with the original voice actors from the series.
The film marks a full-circle moment for Ice Spice, who released the track “Bikini Bottom” in 2022—a nod to SpongeBob’s hometown that quickly became one of her breakout hits.
After the casting news broke, Ice Spice reacted with a simple “yay!!!” on her Instagram Stories, showing her excitement about the project.
The animated role adds to a growing list of firsts for the rapper, who appears in Spike Lee’s upcoming film Highest 2 Lowest.
On the music side, Ice Spice dropped her first major release of the year with the “Gnarly (Ice Spice Remix)” alongside KATSEYE on Friday (June 6).
Ice Spice will perform with the group at the 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards on Saturday (June 21).
Damon Dash must hand over full ownership of several companies and film copyrights after a federal judge ruled Tuesday (June 9) that the Hip-Hop mogul failed to pay a court-ordered $823,284.71 judgment in a lawsuit brought by filmmaker Josh Webber and Muddy Water Pictures.
The ruling, issued by U.S. Magistrate Judge Robert W. Lehrburger, compels Dash and his company, Poppington LLC, to turn over control of Dash Films Inc., Bluroc LLC, and Blakroc LLC, along with interests in Lebanon Improvements LLC, Ocean East Improvements LLC, and 1996 Songs LLC.
Poppington must also forfeit copyrights to several films, including Honor Up,Too Honorable, We Went to…China, and Welcome to Blackroc.
The assets will be auctioned by the U.S. Marshal within 180 days unless Dash files objections before June 16, 2025. Proceeds will be used to satisfy the unpaid judgment, with any remaining funds returned to Dash.
This legal blow follows Dash’s earlier forfeiture of his one-third stake in Roc-A-Fella Records, which was auctioned off but failed to benefit the plaintiffs due to other outstanding government claims.
The lawsuit stems from Dash’s alleged copyright infringement and defamation against Webber and Muddy Water Pictures. Dash lost the case and was ordered to pay $705,400 in damages plus $117,884.71 in legal fees and interest.
The plaintiffs requested the court seize additional assets after Dash failed to comply with the original judgment.
The judge’s latest order gives Dash and his legal team 14 days to provide ownership certificates, followed by an additional 10 days to deliver signed assignments to the U.S. Marshal.
Dash’s financial troubles have been well-documented over the years.
He has faced lawsuits over unpaid child support, tax liens and previous business ventures. In 2019, he told a judge he was broke and unable to pay court-ordered obligations despite his high-profile past as co-founder of Roc-A-Fella Records.
The legal battle with Webber dates back to a dispute over the film “Dear Frank,” from which Dash was removed.
Claressa Shields vented online after losing the 2025 BET Sportswoman of the Year award to Angel Reese, calling out critics, defending her résumé and shutting down a wild rumor involving Remy Ma.
The boxing champ took to Twitter shortly after the results aired.
“Still don’t know how I didn’t win the Sportswoman of the Year for the @betawards,” she wrote. “But Congrats to Angel Reese and all the other Nominees. I just thought accolades mattered.”
Shields, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and multi-division world champion clarified that her frustration wasn’t aimed at Reese but at the award process itself.
“Ain’t nobody saying Angel Reese don’t have accolades or she not good…. I’m saying I thought the person with ‘THE MOST’ accolades & accomplishments would win the Award. I’m team Angel Reese!”
When a Twitter user chimed in to defend Reese’s accomplishments, Shields responded, “Yes she does but who has more accolades…. More success in their field. Please use google before responding.”
Things escalated when someone joked that Remy Ma—estranged wife of Papoose, Shields’ boyfriend—used her influence to sway the outcome.
“Get yo goofy ass off my s###,” Shields fired back. “You sound dumb. It’s a popularity contest dumb ass. I won an ESPY! People actually vote slow ass. This is ain’t that.”
Despite the online back-and-forth, Claressa Shields made it clear she wasn’t bitter toward Angel Reese.
“I’m not joining in on any hate train when it comes to Angle Reese, I have mad respect for her and all the other female athletes that excel in their sport. As for my earlier comments I am allowed to express my feelings, I was shocked I didn’t win, I was under the impression the category was graded on accolades of your sport. It’s ok to be a competitor.”
Reese didn’t directly respond to the drama but reposted a cryptic tweet that read, “Always remain humble. One minute in life you can be up, one minute you can be down life comes in seasons. Don’t let that go over your head.”
Elon Musk walked back his online attacks on Donald Trump Tuesday (June 10) by issuing a rare public apology after a week of escalating insults and political threats.
“I regret some of my posts about President @realdonaldtrump last week. They went too far,” Musk posted on Twitter (X), the platform he owns.
I regret some of my posts about President @realDonaldTrump last week. They went too far.
The apology followed a string of now-deleted posts in which Musk accused Trump of being linked to Jeffrey Epstein’s files, called for his impeachment and even floated JD Vance as a replacement for president.
The online feud, which began over disagreements on a congressional spending bill, quickly spiraled into personal attacks and threats to government contracts involving Musk’s companies.
Trump responded bluntly, telling reporters he had “no desire” to speak with Musk and accused the billionaire of being “disrespectful to the office of the President.”
The tension between the two high-profile figures had been building for weeks, but it reached a boiling point in early June, when Musk began targeting Trump’s fiscal policies and leadership.
The posts, which included references to alleged secret files and unverified claims, were seen by many in Washington as a direct challenge to the administration.
Vance, who was dragged into the controversy by Musk’s suggestion that he should replace Trump, called the remarks a “huge mistake.”
“I hope he comes back into the fold,” Vance said. “But I also understand that some damage may be hard to repair.”
His decision to walk back the comments suggests pressure from both business and political circles may have influenced his tone.
Key Glock found his Governors Ball weekend derailed Sunday (June 8) when two members of his entourage were arrested in Queens after security discovered loaded firearms and a switchblade as they attempted to enter the VIP area of the music festival.
Joshua Crutcher, 31, and Dion Michaels, 22, were taken into custody at Flushing Meadows Corona Park after security flagged the group during a routine check.
According to The New York Post, Crutcher had a loaded Glock 23 tucked in his waistband, while Michaels admitted to having a loaded Glock 43x in his car’s center console.
Officers also recovered a switchblade and extra ammunition. Both men now face multiple felony charges for illegal weapon possession.
While Glock himself was not arrested or implicated, the presence of armed associates raises questions about security concerns surrounding the Memphis rapper.
Key Glock has remained closely tied to the legacy of his cousin and mentor, Young Dolph, who was murdered in a high-profile shooting in Memphis in 2021.
Dolph was gunned down outside Makeda’s Butter Cookies on November 17, 2021.
Prosecutors later revealed the killing was a $100,000 contract hit, allegedly orchestrated by Anthony “Big Jook” Mims, the brother of rapper Yo Gotti. Justin Johnson and Cornelius Smith were charged as the shooters.
Johnson was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life plus 50 years.
Smith testified that he and Johnson were promised $50,000 each. Hernandez Govan, accused of connecting the plot, is still awaiting trial. Big Jook was killed in January 2024.
Key Glock, who signed to Dolph’s Paper Route Empire in 2017, has publicly mourned his cousin and vowed to carry on his legacy.
The two collaborated on two albums — Dum and Dummer and Dum and Dummer 2 — and frequently gave back to their Memphis community.
Given the violent backdrop and Glock’s proximity to the tragedy, some observers believe the entourage may have felt the need to carry weapons for protection.
However, New York’s strict gun laws leave little room for leniency.
Crutcher’s next court date is Tuesday (June 18), while Michaels is set to appear on Wednesday (August 13).
Keith Sweat brushed off a wave of online backlash with a two-step to a Kendrick Lamar track after his comments about “entitled” single women stirred up social media.
The 63-year-old R&B veteran posted a video on Instagram dancing to Lamar’s “peekaboo.”
“We ain’t worried about nothin the haters gotta say,” he captioned the clip. “Enjoy Life.”
The controversy began after a recent live performance, during which Sweat criticized some modern women for not contributing to domestic responsibilities in relationships.
“You got to bring something to the table to get something for me,” he told the crowd in a now-viral clip. “I can’t help it. They don’t want to cook no more,”
He also emphasized his independence, adding, “I wash my own clothes, iron my own clothes. Gotta do something for me.”
Keith Sweat calls out modern single women for being entitled, not being able to cook, not washing or ironing clothes, and says, "You gotta bring something to the table to get something from me." pic.twitter.com/wLYDgfCDcn
— The Art Of Dialogue (@ArtOfDialogue_) June 8, 2025
Keith Sweat Called Out By Critics
His remarks quickly circulated online, with many labeling them outdated and out of touch.
One user tweeted, “Keith Sweat is a 63 year old successful man, with fame, five children, hit records, and a decent fanbase. If he’s still having trouble finding a woman to cook and iron for him, it’s imperative… actually, it’s CRITICAL for him to know that he is the problem.”
Another wrote, “Since when he started spouting misogynistic red pill Twitter and podcast talking points.”
Still, Sweat stood firm, later clarifying in a follow-up comment, “I didn’t say all I said a lot of women not all yall need listen lol.”
The original comments and his response video were both posted on Instagram earlier this week.
Stefon Diggs addressed the rumors surrounding a recent yacht trip with Cardi B and a viral video featuring a pink substance.
At the Patriots’ minicamp on Tuesday (June 11), Diggs told reporters that he won’t discuss his private life with strangers and that any conversations about the incident will remain behind closed doors.
The wide receiver, who joined New England this offseason, was asked repeatedly about a viral clip showing him handing a pink bag to bikini-clad women on a boat.
When pressed about what was inside, Diggs replied, “I want to be as candid with you as possible, but I kind of like have a thing where I don’t talk about my personal life with people I don’t know personally.”
Diggs confirmed that he had spoken with Mike Vrabel and other team officials about the video but kept the specifics vague.
“I had a conversation with [Mike] Vrabel, obviously,” he added. “I’mma echo everything he said, hoping everybody is making good decisions. And I had a conversation with people in the building as well. So everything else is everything else. The particulars are all internal.”
Reporters continued to ask about the nature of the substance, which some online have speculated might be “pink cocaine,” though there’s been no confirmation.
Nonetheless, Diggs didn’t budge.
“Obviously, it’s a conversation that’s happening internal, which I can’t have too much of a conversation about it,” he said. “But I’ve been in this league 10 years; you can format the question many different ways; I’mma obviously to answer it the same way.”
Patriots Head Coach Reacts To Stefon Diggs Controversy
‘Well, it’s something that we’re aware of, and obviously, we want to make great decisions on and off the field,” he said. “We’re trying to make great decisions, and any conversations that I’ve had with Stefon will remain between him and I and the club.”
As of Tuesday (June 11), the NFL has not released a statement, and there is no official word on whether the substance was illegal.
Chris Brown says slipping away unnoticed in foreign cities is more than just a thrill — it’s therapy.
While headlining his Breezy Bowl XX World Tour, the R&B artist shared on Instagram that he often ventures out solo in disguise to protect his mental health.
“Fun fact: I like to sneak out by myself when I’m in different cities,” he wrote alongside two photos of himself undercover in Amsterdam.
“It helps me feel human and normal,” Brown added. “That’s really important for my mental due to the fact that I just can’t walk around freely during the day. Keeps me grounded. Being secluded from some parts of everyday life activities will drive you insane being isolated all the time. Cook, remain humble and grateful!”
The 35-year-old performer is currently celebrating two decades in music with a global tour that runs through summer 2025.
The trek continues amid ongoing legal issues. Last month, a London court granted Brown bail after he was charged with grievous bodily harm in connection to an alleged 2023 nightclub assault involving music producer Abraham Diaw. The incident reportedly involved a tequila bottle.
His bail was set at $6.7 million. Conditions include surrendering his passport except for tour travel, providing a permanent UK address, avoiding the alleged victim and staying away from the venue where the incident occurred.
Brown was initially denied bail and held in custody following his arrest in Manchester. He was released after the court’s decision, allowing him to continue his tour as planned.
His next court appearance is scheduled for Thursday (June 20) between shows in Cardiff and London.
On Tuesday night (June 10), The G-unit founder hopped on Instagram with an AI-generated image of himself golfing with Trump.
“So what happened with Elon,” 50 Cent wrote in the caption. “Heard he let some punk punch him in the face.
His post stirred up speculation that’s been swirling since Musk appeared at the White House in late May with a visible bruise under his eye.
The Tesla and SpaceX CEO claimed the injury came from a playful moment with his 5-year-old son, X. But the timing—coinciding with media reports about Musk’s alleged drug use—fueled online chatter that something more serious may have happened.
The jab from 50 Cent comes as Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s once-close relationship has publicly unraveled.
Their falling out began after Trump introduced a Republican spending bill in June 2025 that cut electric vehicle tax credits.
Musk slammed the bill for cutting EV tax incentives and threatened to fund Democratic challengers. His remarks prompted Trump to warn of “serious consequences” and accuse Musk of disrespecting the presidency. The conflict escalated with social media jabs, threats to end government contracts with Musk’s companies, and a $150 billion drop in Tesla’s market value.
Musk later walked back some of his comments, saying, “I regret some of my posts about President @realdonaldtrump last week. They went too far.”
Meanwhile, 50 Cent has been busy stirring the pot on multiple fronts. Along with mocking Musk, he recently warned Trump not to pardon Diddy and posted old clips of the Bad Boy mogul criticizing the president.
Nicki Minaj reconnected with Lil Wayne on the remix of “Banned From NO” and let loose, taking shots at JAY-Z, the NFL and Shannon Sharpe while celebrating their Young Money roots.
Released Tuesday (June 11), the surprise remix dropped just days after Wayne’s Tha Carter VI hit streaming platforms on Thursday (June 6), notably without a Nicki feature—something many had speculated would appear.
The remix not only filled that gap but also quickly sent Nicki Minaj trending to the top of X (Twitter).
On the track, Minaj delivers a hook packed with NBA team name wordplay, but it’s her verse that stirred up conversation.
She fires off a line aimed at Sharpe: “If I send a pic of Shannon, you ain’t that Sharpe.”
She later broke down the lyric on X, referencing a February 2024 moment when Sharpe threw some shade in her direction.
“If I send a pic of Shannon, you ain’t that sharp!!!!” she wrote. “Yeah n#### you thought I forgot that ‘Nicki who’ s### you did? LMFAOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO j/k.”
She added, “Ochocinco almost caught a strizzy just by being around yo crazy tail self.”
If I send a pic of Shannon, you ain’t that sharp!!!!
Yeah n#### you thought I forgot that “Nicki who” s### you did? 🤣😩🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Before wrapping her verse, Minaj turned her attention to the NFL and JAY-Z, calling them out for not selecting Wayne to perform at the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show in his hometown of New Orleans.
“NFL, fire some n##### and then call us!” she rapped.
The remix marks the first time Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne have collaborated since her 2023 album Pink Friday 2.
She promoted the track on Instagram, calling Wayne “the GOAT” and posting old photos of the two from their Young Money days.
The original “Banned From NO” appears on Tha Carter VI, which includes 19 tracks and features from several unexpected artists.
N.O.R.E. has launched the Drink Champs Podcast Network alongside longtime collaborator DJ EFN to expand their Hip-Hop-rooted media empire and spotlight emerging voices across culture and entertainment.
The new venture, announced Tuesday (June 10), builds on the success of their flagship show, Drink Champs, which has become a staple in Hip-Hop media for its unfiltered interviews.
The team described the network as “a new home for culture-shifting conversations and original content rooted in hip-hop and beyond.”
The first show under the new banner is Roc Solid, hosted by Memphis Bleek and produced in partnership with the Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartMedia.
The debut marks a strategic move by N.O.R.E. to create a broader platform for voices that have shaped and continue to influence Hip-Hop culture.
“We’re eager to share all we’ve learned in helping trailblaze in this space,” said the co-hosts. “Our goal is to set people up not only for success but with the tools to forge their own lanes!”
Since its early days, Drink Champs has evolved from a laid-back conversation series into a cultural force.
The show has featured prominent names like Will Smith, Diddy, Kanye West and Snoop Dogg and built a reputation for pulling back the curtain on the music industry through honest, often unpredictable interviews.
Mariah Carey has inked a multi-album agreement with Gamma, the independent music company helmed by Larry Jackson, as she readies her first studio album in nearly a decade.
The five-time Grammy winner, 56, recently dropped “Type Dangerous,” the lead single from her upcoming 16th studio project.
The track marks the start of a new era for Carey, who has now joined a roster at Gamma that includes Usher and Snoop Dogg.
“What Larry Jackson is building at Gamma is beyond music. It’s a cultural shift, and I’m excited to be part of something that honors legacy while pushing boundaries,” Maria Carey told Forbes.
She added, “This next chapter is about owning my narrative and creating freely on my own terms.”
While the album’s title and release date remain under wraps, Carey confirmed she’s working alongside longtime collaborator L.A. Reid, who is executive producing the record.
Reid previously signed her to Island Def Jam in the early 2000s and helped steer her 2005 comeback album The Emancipation of Mimi, which sold over 10 million copies worldwide.
This new project will be Carey’s first full-length release since Caution in 2018, which debuted in the top five on the Billboard 200 and received critical praise for its production and vocal performances.
Gamma, founded in 2023, has quickly become a destination for legacy artists seeking creative control and ownership.
The company’s strategy focuses on artist empowerment and cross-platform storytelling.
Mariah Carey’s new deal signals a fresh chapter in a career that has spanned more than three decades and produced 19 No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100.
A release date for the album has not been announced.
Real Bleeda was arrested Tuesday (June 10) in Baton Rouge for the 2024 killing of a local community leader, marking the latest in a series of violent incidents tied to the 22-year-old rapper.
Authorities say Real Bleeda, born David Catherine, is facing a first-degree murder charge in the September 15 shooting of Teressa Calligan, a respected educator and dean of coding for the Futures Fund at the Walls Project.
According to WBRZ, she was gunned down at the intersection of Airline Highway and Greenwell Street in Baton Rouge.
At the time of his arrest for the murder, Real Bleeda was already out on bond for unrelated gun and drug charges stemming from a January 2025 arrest.
His legal troubles escalated in May when he was caught on video allegedly brandishing a firearm during a confrontation with suspected rival gang members outside Pecanland Mall in Monroe.
He was arrested two days later on Tuesday (May 21) and booked on Tuesday (May 28) on two counts of aggravated assault with a firearm, rioting and illegal weapons possession.
His bond in that case was set at $22,500, according to AllHipHop_._
Real Bleeda, a documented member of the Bleedas street gang, was also taken into custody again on Saturday (May 25) at a relative’s home in West Baton Rouge Parish.
The murder of Calligan, a well-known advocate for youth education and tech access, has drawn widespread attention. Her death rattled the Baton Rouge community and prompted calls for accountability from civic leaders.
Real Bleeda is scheduled for a bond review hearing on Wednesday (July 17) and a motion hearing on Monday (August 12).
Diddy could see his high-profile federal trial unravel dramatically as legal analyst Dr. Phil McGraw warned the prosecution’s case—built on emotionally charged testimony and sweeping allegations—may not meet the legal threshold required for conviction.
Now, four weeks into proceedings, the music mogul is facing serious federal charges, including racketeering, sex trafficking and transporting individuals for prostitution.
However, according to Dr. Phil, the government’s case may be legally flimsy despite its emotional weight.
“They may have thought their evidence against Combs was so emotionally powerful, so sensational that a jury would be so offended that they’d convict Combs regardless of whether the facts precisely line up with the charges,” Dr. Phil told The Daily Mail.
Dr. Phil believed the defense would ask for a directed verdict, also known as a judgment as a matter of law, which would allow U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian to dismiss the case before it reaches the jury if he determines the prosecution hasn’t presented enough evidence to support a conviction.
The most scrutinized testimony came from Cassie Ventura, Diddy’s former partner, who took the stand on Tuesday and Wednesday (May 13–14).
Her account painted a disturbing picture of abuse and coercion, but Dr. Phil argued that her testimony, while emotionally impactful, may not satisfy the legal standards for the crimes charged.
“None of that is illegal in and of itself,” Dr. Phil argued.
The prosecution’s reliance on Ventura as a central witness has raised eyebrows, especially given her complicated personal history with Diddy. Dr. Phil said the legal bar for proving a RICO conspiracy or sex trafficking is far higher than simply presenting disturbing anecdotes.
“The prosecution may have overcharged this case—by sipping on what I call ‘sweet poison,'” Dr. Phil said.
Dr. Phil likened the situation to the infamous O.J. Simpson trial, highlighting the disparity between public perception and legal evidence.
Legal experts say the defense is likely to file a motion for a directed verdict in the coming days, potentially ending the trial before the jury even deliberates.
If granted, it would be a major blow to the government’s case and a stunning turn in one of the most closely watched celebrity trials in years.
The trial remains ongoing as of Tuesday (June 10).
Kanye West has reportedly filed to change his name again—this time to “Ye Ye”—according to new business records submitted in California and first reported by The U.S. Sun on Monday(June 9).
In October 2021, the rapper legally changed his full name from Kanye Omari West to Ye, a decision approved by a Los Angeles judge.
However, filings list “Ye Ye” as the name associated with several of his companies, including Yeezy Apparel, Yeezy Record Label LLC and Getting Out Our Dreams Inc.
The paperwork was submitted by Hussain Lalani, the Chief Financial Officer of the producer’s many ventures. The filings do not include a reason for the change and he himself has yet to confirm it.
When West first changed his name, he explained the decision during an interview with Big Boy, saying, “I believe ‘Ye’ is the most commonly used word in the Bible, and in the Bible it means ‘you.’ So I’m you, I’m us, it’s us.”
“I believe 'ye' is the most commonly used word in the Bible, and in the Bible it means 'you,' So I'm you, I'm us, it's us. It went from Kanye, which means the only one, to just Ye”
As of Tuesday (June 10), no court documents have surfaced confirming a legal name change to “Ye Ye,” and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has not listed any updates regarding the new moniker.
Drake transformed his private NBA-sized basketball court into a sprawling wardrobe display inside his Toronto estate on Tuesday (June 10) to showcase his massive T-shirt collection.
He posted the transformation on Instagram with the caption, “Where’s that one shirt though…”
The post gave followers a rare peek inside “The Embassy,” the rapper’s 50,000-square-foot mega-mansion, where the court—usually reserved for jump shots—was covered wall-to-wall with color-coded racks and tables stacked high with thousands of tees.
The shirts were sorted by hue and sleeve length, a detail that didn’t go unnoticed by eagle-eyed viewers who spotted vintage sportswear and what appeared to be a Queensland Reds rugby jersey from his Australian tour.
The display wasn’t just about fashion—it was a flex.
The Grammy-winning artist, known for his affinity for luxury, utilized the space to blend his passions for sports, style, and spectacle.
The court, part of a $150 million estate designed by Canadian architect Ferris Rafauli, sits beneath a 21-square-foot pyramidal skylight and is just one of many extravagant features in the home.
Other standout elements of the mansion include a 4,000-pound black marble bathtub, a two-story closet with diamond-tufted shearling seating and amethyst drawer pulls, and a piano designed in collaboration with Bösendorfer and Japanese artist Takashi Murakami.
Drake once told Architectural Digest he wanted the home to reflect “overwhelming high luxury” and be a structure that would “stand firm for 100 years.”
Macklemore was the target of a terrifying home invasion early Saturday (June 7) in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood, where masked intruders assaulted his children’s nanny and ransacked the residence while his three young kids were inside.
His family believes the break-in may be linked to his outspoken support for Palestinian rights.
According to Seattle police, two masked men wearing tactical vests and gloves entered the home just before 1 a.m. through an unlocked patio door.
The Hip-Hop artist, whose real name is Ben Haggerty, was not home at the time.
Inside the house were the nanny and Macklemore’s three children—Sloane, Colette and Hugo. One of the intruders sprayed the nanny in the face with bear mace.
Then, one of them demanded, “Where are the jewels, b####?” The suspects tore through the home, stealing jewelry, designer shoes and watches worth thousands of dollars.
The nanny was thrown to the ground, had her phone taken and was physically restrained during the ordeal. She managed to bite one of the attackers, escape through a bathroom and run to nearby homes to call for help.
Doorbell camera footage captured her fleeing the house and seeking assistance from neighbors. Police arrived to find the home in disarray and the air still thick with bear spray residue.
The children were unharmed and later placed with family members.
No arrests have been made as of Tuesday (June 10). The Seattle Police Department’s Robbery Unit and Latent Prints Unit are actively investigating the incident.
The nanny reportedly told authorities she believed the attack may have been politically motivated. Macklemore has been vocal in his support for
Palestinians amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. In March, he delivered a speech at a pro-Palestinian rally in Washington, D.C., saying, “I believe it is our moral obligation to adamantly protest the atrocities we are witnessing and funding, or we are complicit.”
He also released a video on Instagram criticizing U.S. foreign policy and calling for a ceasefire. His activism has drawn both praise and backlash online.
Some supporters have applauded his stance, while others have accused him of spreading misinformation.
Kevin Hart wasted no time lighting up the 2025 BET Awards stage on Monday (June 9) with a sharp-edged monologue that took aim at Kanye West, Diddy and Cardi B, mixing pop culture jabs with real-time drama.
“Oh s###, it’s Kanye,” Hart said, pretending to read from his phone. “Yep, he says he’s out front; he’s waiting for somebody to invite him in.”
Hart added, “Hey! Don’t do it. We all saw the movie Sinners, don’t let his ass in here, so he could bite somebody, so he can bite Playboi Carti again, okay?”
He followed up with, “Nobody let Kanye in, no! Not tonight!”
“We all saw the movie Sinners… Don't let [Ye] in so he can bite Playboi Carti, again”
The joke referenced the ongoing fallout between West and Playboi Carti, which began earlier this year when Carti dropped his third album, MUSIC, without including West.
Things got worse in May when West released “Alive” with NBA YoungBoy—a track Carti claimed was stolen.
Hart also took a swipe at Diddy, referencing the mogul’s alleged “freak offs” without naming him directly.
“No after parties tonight. Take your a#### home after this; that’s why I did this on a Monday,” Hart said. “People gotta go to work tomorrow… That’s where s### gets slippery, at them g###### afterparties. We’re learning a lot about people, ain’t we?”
Then came Cardi B and her boyfriend Stefon Diggs, who were recently caught in a swirl of gossip after a yacht video surfaced showing Diggs handing out a small pink bag, prompting online speculation about “pink cocaine.”
Hart didn’t hold back: “No yachts, no boats. Cardi B, no pink stuff. What the f### was that? None of that stuff. Everybody’s gonna get hit tonight. We’re live. It’s gonna be a good time.”
Dr. Khalid Muhammad is at the center of a trio of federal lawsuits filed in California, as his estate accuses top Hip-Hop artists and major record labels of exploiting his speeches without credit or compensation.
The legal complaints target music giants behind tracks by Tupac Shakur, Public Enemy and D’Angelo, alleging they used Muhammad’s voice and words without permission, licensing or payment.
The estate is seeking $5 million per infringement, plus legal fees and a permanent injunction to halt further use.
“These lawsuits are not an attack on Public Enemy, Tupac’s family or D’Angelo,” said attorney Malik Zulu Shabazz, who represents the estate. “They are about accountability. The record labels and music corporations exploited Khalid Muhammad’s voice for profit, just like they’ve done to the Black artists whose songs featured him. Most of these artists don’t even own the rights to their own music. They’ve been exploited too.”
The legal war has expanded to include D’Angelo and The Vanguard’s “1000 Deaths.”
Most notably, the Public Enemy classic “Night of the Living Baseheads” could be fundamentally altered if the legendary intro featuring Dr. Muhammad’s voice were removed.
The estate claims these songs, some of which are considered Hip-Hop milestones, sampled Muhammad’s speeches without clearance, despite generating millions in revenue and critical acclaim.
Muhammad, a former spokesman for the Nation of Islam and a prominent figure in the Black Panther movement, was known for his unfiltered speeches and advocacy for Black empowerment.
His estate argues that while his voice helped shape the tone and message of these records, his name was omitted and his family never received compensation.
“Khalid Muhammad should have received proper credit on these iconic records,” Shabazz said. “His legacy matters. These funds will be used to fulfill his mission through schools, books, training academies, and documentaries about his life and message.”
The estate also confirmed that legal notices have been sent to other artists under review, including Ice Cube, Common and Black Thought.
They are demanding documentation of any licensing or royalty agreements involving Muhammad’s voice.
“Trump cut funding for African American institutions,” Shabazz added. “So, the family is building their own. This is about mission, not just money. The industry has profited off his words for decades. That era of exploitation ends now.”
R. Kelly is fighting to get out of federal prison after his attorneys say members of the Aryan Brotherhood were recruited by prison staff to murder him in custody.
In an emergency motion obtained by AllHipHop, R. Kelly’s legal team alleges that Bureau of Prisons officials tried to orchestrate his death by enlisting white supremacist gang members inside FCI Butner in North Carolina, where the singer is serving a 30-year sentence.
Attorney Beau B. Brindley says one of the men, Mikeal Glenn Stine, was transferred to Butner with a clear mission: kill Kelly.
Stine, who has terminal cancer, allegedly backed out at the last moment and confessed the plot directly to R. Kelly.
“He was prepared to carry out the execution. But, in the moment when Stine got near Mr. Kelly, he made a different choice. He told him the truth. Stine told Kelly that he was sent to kill him. He told him how and by who. He told Mr. Kelly that his life was absolutely in danger. As a dying man with a long history of murder and violence in his past, Stine decided not to carry out his order,” Brindley said. “Instead, he decided to take this opportunity to expose Childress and the BOP for the decades of murder and violence that they have foisted upon the inmate populace while facing no consequences whatsoever.”
Another Aryan Brotherhood member, David Keith Harris, was also allegedly approached by prison staff and instructed to poison Kelly. Both men say they are willing to testify and submit to polygraph tests.
“This means that at least two avowed white supremacists and members of the Aryan Brotherhood have been approached by BOP officers and directed to take Mr. Kelly’s life. The one who failed to do so has now had his own life threatened. All of this is being done at the direction of Bureau of Prisons officers whose duty is to keep safe the inmates under their supervision,” Brindley said.
The motion also accuses federal prosecutors and prison staff of violating R. Kelly’s constitutional rights by stealing his private legal communications and using them to manipulate witnesses.
According to the filing, a Bureau of Prisons officer named Tawana Ingraham illegally accessed Kelly’s emails and phone calls, which were then passed to government informant Larry McGee.
McGee later admitted in online videos that he used the stolen materials to influence key witnesses to testify against Kelly.
Another inmate, Kishan Modugumudi, who once shared a cell with Kelly, confessed in a signed statement that he stole Kelly’s legal mail at the request of a federal prosecutor.
After Kelly’s attorneys obtained that statement, a prison official allegedly warned the singer that his life was in immediate danger.
Kelly’s legal team argues that the combination of government misconduct and credible threats to his life justifies his release to home confinement while he challenges his convictions.
