JAY-Z is NOT Having It! The Mogul Goes HAM on Lies!
Listen, JAY-Z is out here torching the nonsense and taking names! The man is not playing around when it comes to folks dragging his name through the mud. I’m over here trying to figure out how this even became a “thing,” but y’all know how social media works—everything becomes new drama in the blink of an eye.
Here’s the rundown: NBC just dropped a new report, and guess what? The person accusing Hov of some wild, illicit behavior with a minor has been caught up in serious inconsistencies. Hold up—when did we start calling lies “inconsistencies”? Nah, let’s call a s#### a s####: LIES.
Benji Madden got dragged into the accusations, and they came out saying, “Yo, we weren’t even in the REGION!” She said she TALKED to him at the party. On top of that, receipts are floating around showing JAY-Z was at official MTV VMA parties while the accuser and Diddy were somewhere else entirely – supposedly. The math is not mathing.
And don’t even get me started on this new NBC interview. Let’s just say sis is giving… “special energy.” Folks online are even saying she might be getting played by her lawyer, Attorney Buzbee, who’s looking real shady right now. When billionaires are in the mix, an accusation can cost someone their reputation. A fat payout can make it go away.
Hov is not built like that. He’s definitely a fighter. Unlike his boy Diddy, who cut the check to Cassie faster than DoorDash, JAY-Z is pushing back on everything. And honestly? It’s looking like these accusations are crumbling quicker than a Kardashian marriage.
The wild part is, if this was a Black man making accusations this messy, the case would’ve been laughed out of court yesterday. Let’s be real: when you’re Black, “inconsistencies” are just called what they are—lies. Maybe it’s time we apply that same energy across the board, because this whole situation is a circus, and the clowns are out.
I’m here for all of it.
However, some people I recently talked to have accused the mogul of bullying the accuser. What do you think about that? Let it play out in court of finish her in the court of public opinion?
Hans Dobson, known professionally as “Prime,” was an early host of BET’s “Rap City,” serving from 1989 to 1993. Sadly, the beloved host passed away recently due to an unknown health ailment.
A relative explained on Facebook, “He was 55 years old and suffered from liver issues that had him waiting on the transplant list.”
During his tenure at BET, Prime conducted notable interviews, including Big Daddy Kane and a young JAY-Z. At the time, he was BET’s youngest employee, chosen for his deep understanding of Hip-Hop culture. Prime played a pivotal role in shaping the show’s direction during its formative years.
After leaving “Rap City,” Dobson maintained a low profile but continued to work in media and radio. He has participated in numerous interviews and “Rap City” reunions over the years. In 2023, he appeared in the documentary series “Welcome to Rap City,” which explores the show’s history and cultural impact.
Sam Walker II, former BET VP of music productions, said he was a fan and a colleague of Prime. He also served as the executive producer of the “Welcome To Rap City” documentary.
“I had the opportunity to be a fan of Prime’s as a teenager watching ‘Rap City’ and its many hosts, to later working with him in my role as a producer on the documentary, ‘Welcome To Rap City,'” he tells AllHipHop. “He was a true fan of Hip-Hop music who, unbeknownst to most, was the driving force that led to the creation of a vehicle that launched so many careers, ‘Rap City.’
“As a person, he was filled with life and energy, and his passion for urban culture was second to none. So, I am happy we were able to give him his flowers while he was still with us. He truly personifies how one individual, with the right idea, at the right time, can help spark an entire movement.”
Prime’s contributions to “Rap City” and the broader hHip-Hop community are remembered and appreciated.
Below is a picture of rapper/host HeadKrack, Prime, Greg Nice, Sam Walker II and AllHipHop’s Chuck “Jigsaw” Creekmur
Jamie Foxx was reportedly involved in an altercation at Mr. Chow’s in Los Angeles on Friday night (December 13) that resulted in stitches for the Hollywood star.
TMZ reports law enforcement was called to the highly frequented Beverly Hills restaurant around 10 p.m. local time. A witness told police Foxx was possibly injured in the fight, but the Ray actor was gone by the time they arrived on the scene.
Foxx was photographed earlier that evening heading into the establishment with his daughters Corinne and Anelise Foxx and his ex Kristin Grannis, so he could at least be placed at the scene. His name was also included in the police report.
A spokesperson later explained, “Jamie Foxx was at his birthday dinner when someone from another table threw a glass that hit him in the mouth. He had to get stitches and is recovering. The police were called and the matter is now in law enforcement’s hands.”
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Foxx faced a significant health scare in April 2023. While working on a Netflix film titled Back in Action, he was hospitalized for a “medical complication.” His family was initially extremely private about the details, but it was later revealed that the issue required an extended recovery period. Speculation circulated about the nature of the complication, but Foxx and his family chose not to divulge the details
Foxx spent weeks in the hospital and later moved to a rehabilitation center. He gradually recovered as concern for Foxx’s well-being flooded social media. Many celebrities, including LeBron James and Kerry Washington, expressed their support and well wishes.
In July 2023, he posted an Instagram video addressing fans for the first time since his hospitalization. He thanked everyone for their prayers, debunked rumors that he had been “paralyzed or blind” and assured fans he was on the mend. Foxx has resumed some professional activities. In August 2023, he was spotted filming a commercial and later announced new projects, including upcoming music and movie roles.
His new comedy special, What Had Happened Was, is currently streaming on Netflix.
50 Cent is shedding light on the making of his upcoming Netflix documentary of the accusations against Sean “Diddy” Combs and his alleged history of sexual assault and abuse.
The G-Unit founder discussed the project during a recent appearance on GMA3: What You Need to Know Friday (December 13).
According to 50 Cent, the documentary has become a challenge due to the constant emergence of new accusations, comparing it to an octopus with many moving parts.
“It’s a difficult project,” 50 Cent explained. “Because every day there’s new accusations coming out, it’s new things that happened. It’s become an octopus, with so many powers and so many things going on there.”
50 Cent first teased the Diddy documentary in November last year. At the time, Diddy and Cassie Ventura had just settled the first bombshell lawsuit. Within days, two more women had accused Diddy of sexual abuse in lawsuits.
Dozens of civil lawsuits swiftly followed, with three new complaints filed this week alone.
In September Diddy was indicted on racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution. Feds accuse him of using his business empire “to sexually abuse and exploit women, as well as to commit other acts of violence and obstruction of justice.”
When asked if he predicted the slew of accusations, given his history with Diddy, 50 Cent replied, “No, not this bad. Not this much stuff. I don’t think anyone could have anticipated this many accusations and things that have taken place.”
Busta Rhymes has always been one of the most animated rappers in the game. But now, the dungeon dragon takes his art to new heights in “Unleash Me.” The New York native employs a liberal use of AI with spectacular results. The Benny Boom-directed experience creates the perfect match for the Nottz-produced banger.
Hip-hop veteran Fat Joe isn’t one to hold back, and his recent comments about losing to Chance The Rapper at the Grammy Awards nearly a decade ago is evidence of both his outspoken nature and continued frustration with the music industry’s most prestigious awards show.
In a viral video circulating on social media, the Bronx rapper revealed just how deeply he feels about what he describes as being “robbed.” Fat Joe made the claim during a brief aside amidst the playback session for his upcoming album, The World Changed On Me. In his initial remarks, he appears to credit Killer Mike’s recent success at the award’s show for inspiring him to start working on music again.
“I’m busy trying to get these businesses going and get real money,” Fat Joe said, referring to his most recent ventures outside of Hip-Hop.
“Killer Mike wins three Grammys, right, and I called Jay up, I was like, ‘Man, f##k that’,” he said. “I said, ‘Let’s go back in, let’s lock in.’ If it wasn’t for him, I was done.”
The turning point in the conversation came when he began recalling how he felt when his hit track “All The Way Up” featuring Remy Ma and French Montana lost to Chance The Rapper at the 2017 iteration of the Grammy’s. In doing so, he confessed his belief that losing to the Chicago MC was more disrespectful than when he last to the Black Eyed Peas.
“We got robbed,” he said. “‘Lean Back’, I don’t know if you know, but we lost to the Black Eyed Peas without Fergie. And then we lost ‘All The Way Up’ to Chance The Rapper. Like, that’s the biggest disrespect.”
Fat Joe should stop rapping if he thinks losing a Grammy to Chance The Rapper is "the biggest disrespect." pic.twitter.com/rYOjZC84Gw
Transitioning from recounting the loss, Fat Joe admitted it’s a regret he can’t let go of.
“You know how JAY-Z used to say, you know, gotta learn to live with regrets? I can’t live with that one,” he confessed. “Man, losing to Chance The Rapper. ‘All The Way Up’—whatever his s##t was, it was just not that, right?”
Fat Joe’s frustration wasn’t limited to the single moment. He expressed anger at the Grammys’ history of snubbing him and his collaborators, particularly given the circumstances behind their 2016 hit.
“Remy comes out of jail, I come out of jail,” he said in part. “We throwing a f###ing miracle frisbee out there. S##t No. 1 in America and you’re gonna give it to the, you know….it’s crazy. The Grammys been playing with us a long time.”
Fat Joe’s grievance over the 2017 loss isn’t his first experience with Grammy disappointments. The rapper has been nominated multiple times, including for hits such as “What’s Luv?” Despite the accolades and chart-topping success, a Grammy win has remained elusive for the Terror Squad legend, fueling his disillusionment with the institution.
Ice Cube is addressing his son, O’Shea Jackson Jr., trading words with Andrew Schulz following the comic’s wild remarks about Kendrick Lamar.
The iconic rapper’s son checked Schulz for his reaction to K. Dot calling out white comedians on GNX for making jokes about Black women. Ice Cube was asked about his thoughts on how O’Shea Jr. dealt with the exchange during a recent TMZ interview.
“He can handle that all day, any day,” Cube replied. “That’s light work.”
Ice Cube also shared a message to Andrew Schulz, telling him to “Come with some better jokes, homie.”
Schulz went viral following his unhinged reaction to K. Dot’s “Wacced Out Murals” line about not letting “no white comedian talk about no Black woman.”
“He’s talking a lot of s###, but if it came down to it, I could put him on my lap, feed him a bottle, and make love to him if I wanted to,” Schulz said, sparking a social media frenzy.
“Weird ass n####,” Ice Cube’s son replied to a clip of Schulz. He followed up with a second tweet, adding, “Man how people change on some weird s###. I was a fan.”
O’Shea Jr. doubled down after Schulz fired back, referencing Ice Cube’s “No Vaseline.”
“A metaphor about getting f##### business wise by your manager Is not the same homie,” he replied. “He ain’t call you a b####. He ain’t say f### you. Didn’t even say your name. And your response was buck breaking. S### was just crazy.”
Schulz later defended his remarks, denying he was a racist and claimed Lamar fans had sent him death threats.
Sean “Diddy” Combs has formally ended his bid for release on bail, marking another pivotal step in the legal saga surrounding the rapper-turned-business mogul.
In a document filed with the Second U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, Diddy’s legal team withdrew his appeal of multiple rulings that had previously denied him pretrial release.
“Mr. Combs does not seek to appeal the district court’s denial of his renewed motion and hereby moves to voluntarily dismiss the appeal,” the filing stated. It further included a sworn statement from the artist—known for his influential role in Hip-Hop culture—confirming his understanding of the legal outcome.
“Mr. Combs hereby states that (a) counsel has explained the effect of voluntary dismissal of the appeal; (b) he understands counsel’s explanation, and (c) he desires to withdraw and voluntarily dismiss the appeal,” the filing read.
Diddy, who has pleaded not guilty to serious federal charges including sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation for prostitution, remains held at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center.
While awaiting trial, he has been granted access to a laptop to prepare his defense and review evidence related to his case.
According to a court order signed by Judge Arun Subramanian, the detention center is required to provide Combs with access to the computer seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
“The MDC is ordered to give Defendant access to the Discovery Laptop seven days per week from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM,” the order stated, noting access will be made available in designated areas such as the facility’s visiting room or video conferencing room.
While the artist, famously known for hits that shaped the fabric of modern Hip-Hop, battles these allegations, his choice to drop the bail appeal solidifies his focus on the forthcoming legal fight.
Diddy denies all charges, with his next challenge being the mounting preparation needed to face the prosecution’s claims head-on. His trial is set for May 2025.
The Game‘s fight to save his Calabasas home from sexual assault accuser Priscilla Rainey continues.
According to court documents obtained by AllHipHop, the veteran rapper has been ordered back to court on January 27, 2025. He also must file and serve a brief addressing his position and defenses to the OSC on or before January 6, while Rainey is required to do the same by January 13. The Game will not be allowed to seek further rehearing after that.
The docs were filed on Friday (December 13) by United States District Judge Mark C. Scarsi.
Rainey, a former contestant on VH1’s She Got Game, has been trying to seize The Game’s home for months in an effort to collect a $7.1 million judgement. Last month, Game asked the court dismiss the Order for Sale of Dwelling and order the Marshal to release the levy. In August, Rainey served The Game and Wack 100 in hopes of getting her hands on the Calabasas property.
A process server sent a notice of levy, writ of execution and more to The Game and Wack 100 on Rainey’s behalf in June. Both men were listed at the same address. Rainey accused The Game of transferring his home’s deed to Wack 100 in an effort to thwart her efforts. The Game, however, denied being personally served at all.
“No individual delivered any court papers to me on August 22, 2024 at any location,” The Game said in the court docs. “No individual approached me on August 22, 2024 at any location and stated anything that would suggest to me they were attempting to serve me with court papers. I ultimately became aware of the Order to Show Cause Why Order for Sale of Dwelling Should Not Be Made from media reports about it.”
Rainey sued The Game for sexual battery in 2015, accusing him of reaching his hand inside her dress and rubbing her private parts during an off-camera date. When The Game pulled a no-show in court, the judge sided with Rainey and gave her the massive default judgement.
The Game maintains his innocence and has vowed not give Rainey a single penny.
OG Maco was a trending Twitter (X) topic on Saturday (December 14), with many mourning his death.
The problem? The Atlanta rapper is still in the intensive care unit at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles fighting for his life. His day-to-day manager, Poppa Perc, has been tirelessly shooting down the false news reports that began on Friday (December 13) following an Instagram post from DJ Tony Neal claiming he was dead.
“He’s still on life support, still fighting,” Poppa Perc tells AllHipHop. “They are doing multiple tests on his brain and trying to let the swelling go down a bit, let his head heal a little bit, so they can do a procedure. Only immediate family is allowed at the hospital, but we’ve been getting updates.”
First responders were called to OG Maco’s home on Thursday morning (December 12) after a neighbor heard a gunshot. Poppa Perc soon revealed he shot himself in the head in an apparent suicide attempt.
“I thought he was dead when I first saw him,” he told us at the time. “We were about rebrand and drop [new music] under a whole new alias. We need everyone’s prayers.”
Despite the OG Maco team doing its best to shut down the death rumors, people are coming out in droves to express their condolences. One person wrote, “This breaks my heart so much. May u rest in heaven. Thank you for being my first ever friend in Atlanta. For believing in my music before anyone else and for the friendship we shared through out the years. you will never be forgotten,” while another said, “Rest in peace bro, you’re a real legend and pioneer in the game, paved the way for a lot of the industry.”
DJ Paul of Three 6 Mafia, who initially believed Maco was dead, removed his tribute post once he was told he was still alive and later commented, “Praying for you however you’re doing.”
While OG Maco’s current condition paints a grim picture, his team is asking that people don’t give up hope. AllHipHop continues to pull for him.
A Special Olympics Champion is adding accomplished rapper to his resume after sharing stages with Scarface, Paul Wall, Nappy Roots, Bone Thugs, and Jadakiss!
Outlaw David Jame$, a Nebraska-born artist, is making waves in the country rap scene with a powerful message of resilience, mental health awareness, and the strength to overcome adversity. Born with mild cerebral palsy, David has faced challenges that could have sidelined him, but instead, he has used them as fuel to create music that inspires and uplifts audiences around the globe.
“Life has given me challenges, but it’s also given me the will to fight,” David shared in a recent interview. “Through music, I’ve been able to transform struggles into stories of hope. That’s the message I want to share with the world: no matter what life throws at you, you can rise above it and become stronger.”
David’s passion for music was ignited at a young age, leading to a life-changing moment in 2006 when he wrote and performed Let Me, his first original song, at the Special Olympics USA National Games. Standing before a crowd of ten thousand people, David delivered a performance that not only showcased his talent but also his unwavering spirit.
“Performing at the Special Olympics was a turning point in my life,” David recalled. “It wasn’t just about singing a song; it was about standing up and showing the world that I wouldn’t let cerebral palsy define me. The Special Olympics gave me more than a stage—they gave me a family and a purpose.”
Two years later, he returned to the Games, performing the Let Me Anthem for seventeen thousand attendees during the closing ceremonies. Reflecting on the impact of these experiences, David said, “The Special Olympics taught me that inclusion and acceptance are the most powerful tools we have. When people come together to celebrate what makes us unique, we create something truly extraordinary. That’s what drives me to keep making music.”
In 2015, David’s journey with the Special Olympics reached an international audience when he performed at the World Games in Los Angeles. Sharing the stage with icons like Stevie Wonder, Avril Lavigne, and J Balvin, David once again delivered a message of hope and perseverance. “That performance wasn’t just for me—it was for everyone who’s ever felt like the odds were stacked against them,” David said. “The Special Olympics gave me the courage to embrace who I am and to use my voice to inspire others.”
As David’s career progressed, his music evolved into a bold blend of country and rap, earning him recognition as a pioneer in the genre. Between 2016 and 2019, David shared stages with legendary artists like Scarface, Paul Wall, Nappy Roots, Bone Thugs, and Jadakiss. His performances, marked by authenticity and emotional depth, struck a chord with fans who admired his grit and determination.
In 2022, David returned to his roots, performing once again at the USA National Games—this time at Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Reflecting on his return, David said, “It was surreal to come back to the stage where it all began. I’ve grown so much as a person and as an artist, and it felt like coming full circle. The Games will always be a part of my story, and I’m proud to represent the values they stand for.”
Now an owner of Paradise Studios/ True Fortune Ent and weilding a partnership with Symphonic, David is reaching new heights with his latest single, Ride with Me. The song encapsulates his journey, blending heartfelt storytelling with the raw energy of country and rap. “Ride with Me is more than just a song—it’s an anthem for anyone who’s ever felt like giving up,” David explained. “It’s about finding strength in your struggles and knowing that even when the road is tough, you’re never alone.”
Beyond his music, David is a passionate advocate for mental health awareness and inclusivity. Through his songs and public speaking, he encourages others to embrace their challenges and find strength in their unique stories.
“Music is my way of saying, ‘We’re all in this together,’” David said. “Whether it’s cerebral palsy, mental health, or any obstacle, we all have the power to overcome and inspire others by sharing our journeys.”
With a powerful story and an even more powerful message, Outlaw David Jame$ is poised to inspire a generation. His music is more than entertainment—it’s a movement that celebrates resilience, courage, and the indomitable human spirit.
Eminem’s outrageous cameo in Happy Gilmore 2 has been confirmed by Adam Sandler, marking an unexpected yet hilarious collaboration in the long-awaited sequel to the 1996 golf comedy.
Speaking on The Dan Patrick Show, Sandler shared his excitement about the Hip-Hop icon’s performance during filming, calling it “funny as hell” and full of memorable moments.
“Eminem was cool, he came by, he was great,” Sandler said during the sports talk show appearance. “I’ve known Eminem for a long time. He’s a great guy, and he came in and was funny as hell. I think we just hung out a day with Eminem, and he just shot and shot and he was insane. (He) said a million things we can use and a million things that we’re glad we have them on tape.”
While Sandler refused to spill the details of Eminem’s character in the upcoming movie, he emphasized the energy the rapper brought to the set, leaving fans speculating about the role.
Production has officially wrapped on Happy Gilmore 2, with Netflix planning to release the film in July 2025.
Sandler reprises his role as the brash golfer whose unorthodox methods shook up the sport, and he’s joined by returning cast members Christopher McDonald as archrival Shooter McGavin, Julie Bowen as Virginia Venit, and Ben Stiller reprising his role as Hal L., the abusive nursing home orderly from the original film.
The sequel also introduces a fresh slate of stars, including Benny Safdie, Grammy-winning artist Bad Bunny, actress Margaret Qualley, and NFL player Travis Kelce.
While new cast roles remain a tightly kept secret, Qualley offered a glimpse into her experience during a September appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
“It was the best thing that ever happened to me. It’s a tiny part. I’m essentially deep background,” she said with a laugh, “but I can die happy now.”
The crossover between Hip-Hop and sports comedy brings fresh intrigue to the much-anticipated sequel, promising an entertaining blend of nostalgia and new surprises.
As fans await more details, Sandler’s enthusiasm for Eminem’s involvement ensures one thing—this sequel won’t hold back on unexpected laughs.
J. Cole took a moment to commemorate the streaming re-release of his fan-favorite mixtape Friday Night Lights with a sentimental social media post.
On Thursday (November 29), the Dreamville MC shared a heartfelt tweet with his 13 million-plus Twitter followers outlining the gratitude he has for his dedicated fans and listeners. J. Cole’s message to his fans follow the recent re-release of his acclaimed early career project The Warm Up.
In addition to remarking on the time-consuming road he traveled to get to this point, Cole credited his supporters with maintaining the life of the project despite all the years it wasn’t avialble for streaming consumption.
“This is a very special moment for me,” J. Cole wrote in the tweetr. “Been waiting patiently for this day, like a lot of yall have. I wanna say Thank you to everybody out there that kept these projects alive, even during all the years they were not on streaming services, especially this project right here. ‘Friday Nights Lights’ finally available now on all platforms.”
In a follow-up post, Cole acknowledged the significance of his seminal project finally reaching streaming services. In doing so, he ended up revealing he went into detail about the sentimental value the album holds for him in the latest episode of his Inevitable audio series with his manager Ibrahim Hamad.
“To have a full idea of what this means for me personally, you would have to know the whooole journey. This Inevitable series we doing, is that,” he wrote.
He concluded, “https://inevitable.live episode 5 is up now. 5 more to go in season 1. Love to everybody tuning in, it’s really something special. The Come Up, The Warm up, and Friday Night Lights all up finally. Thank you.”
To have a full idea of what this means for me personally, you would have to know the whooole journey. This Inevitable series we doing, is that.https://t.co/f2rNDD2hlV episode 5 is up now. 5 more to go in season 1. Love to everybody tuning in, it’s really something special.…
J. Cole’s Friday Night Lights mixtape was originally released in 2010 on November 12. The ne re-released version includes the original features from artists such as Wale, Drake and omen. The mixtape was released for free download and was made available on platforms like DatPiff. It garnered millions of listens, with DatPiff reporting over 100 million downloads of its mixtapes in 2011 — a significant portion of which was attributed to Cole’s release. Its success also helped lead to J. Cole’s deal with Roc Nation and set the stage for his debut studio album, Cole World: The Sideline Story in 2011.
Sean “Diddy” Combs, who once co-founded a Harlem charter school to build educational opportunities, is now the subject of playground barbs and classroom taunts across New York City public schools.
Public school children, some as young as eight years old, have made jokes about the music mogul during school hours, leaving parents outraged and educators scrambling to address the issue.
At PS 11, a Chelsea elementary school, Vanessa Mejia told the New York Post that her third-grade daughter came home repeating a classmate’s comment earlier that day.
According to Mejia, the student shouted, “Welcome to my Diddy party!” during class, sparking laughter.
The quips come at a time when Combs is facing multiple legal charges, including accusations of racketeering, sexual assault, and sex trafficking, prompting parents to express concern over kids potentially being exposed to such adult matters.
The Department of Education has characterized the rise of Diddy-themed mockery as an opportunity for reflection and growth.
“School is a place of learning and growth, and we are proud that our buildings are filled with dedicated and talented educators who can use these instances as teachable moments for our youngest New Yorkers,” said Jenna Lyle, a spokesperson for the department.
Many schools are said to approach the situation by engaging in discussions with parents and offering professional counseling services to students.
But despite heartfelt intentions, the school became mired in turmoil, coping with teacher shortages, chronic violence, and a revolving door of leadership that saw seven principals in as many years.
Administrators formally cut ties with the mogul after a video of him beating up Cassie sparked outrage, marking an unceremonious downfall for what was once considered a promising endeavor.
While parents struggle with navigating Diddy’s fall from grace being a constant classroom topic, the former Hip-Hop mogul is contending with a growing slate of legal troubles.
Earlier this week, he was hit with three additional lawsuits alleging sexual assault and sodomy, bringing further distress to his already crumbling legacy.
Wiz Khalifa is no stranger to the complexities of the rap game, which is why he wasn’t at all taken aback by Drake’s latest move in his ongoing feud with Kendrick Lamar.
While speaking with Shannon Sharpe on the latest episode of his Club Shay Shay podcast, the “Roll Up” rapper didn’t hold back his thoughts on the situation surrounding Drake’s recent legal complaints against Spotify and Universal Music Group (UMG) over Kendrick’s “Not Like Us” diss track.
When Sharpe asked Wiz about his initial reaction to hearing about the rap battle the pair faced off in earlier this year, he appeared to be delighted over the competitive nature from the two MC’s, as opposed to the industry standard fake love.
“About time,” Wiz Khalifa said. “I’m tired of n###as acting like they cool with each other. And you know they’re not.”
Wiz’s candid response set the tone for the rest of the interview as he voiced his approval of the rap titans airing out their grievances.
“That’s cool to me,” he said. “Like, just speak how you really feel, bro. Like, f#ck.”
As the conversation shifted to Drake’s decision to file a legal complaint over his claims that Spotify and UMG conspired to boost Kendrick’s scathing diss track aimed at him, Wiz once again seemed unfazed.
In fact, the Pittsburgh-bred rap star shrugged off Sharpe’s question about whether or not Drake took it too far with the legal filing.
“Nah, I mean, I sound like a Drake move to me,” he said with a sly grin. “He’s a musician and a businessman in my eyes. If he’s not in the public eye winning, you know, musically, he’s going to get a win wherever he can. Right. I mean, it’s a smart thing to do.”
As he continued, it became clear that Wiz’s interpretation of the feud was anything but conventional, considering he’s speculating that the drama might be more calculated than it appears.
“I think they’re playing it exactly how they’re supposed to,” he explained.
“I don’t think them n###as f##k with each other at all. I don’t think none of them like each other. They tolerate each other, but they don’t get down with each other. It’s just how the industry is.”
He also likened the feud to professional wrestling, suggesting that these high-profile arguments often end with surprising reconciliations.
“But this is also like wrestling as well,” he said. “So the same people who are arguing can be cool instantly. Don’t get too caught up on the animosity part”.
While Wiz admitted he wasn’t shocked by Drake’s litigious approach, he predicted a silver lining in the feud.
“This is how it goes in the industry,” he said. “But in general, people will be hugging later.”
A woman accusing JAY-Z and Diddy of sexual assault in a newly filed lawsuit has come forward. Speaking to NBC News, she stated the alleged incident was a “catastrophic event” that occurred over two decades ago.
The Alabama woman, known as Jane Doe, claims the incident happened when she was 13-years old but is acknowledging there are discrepancies in her account. The discrepancies have been widely reported and the root of a sexual assault-based lawsuit that named both moguls as the assailants.
During the interview, Jane Doe described a night that allegedly involved a limo ride, mysterious drink and traumatic assault. Despite admitting to errors in her recollections, she insists on the validity of her overall claims. “You should always advocate for yourself,” she said. “But I have made some mistakes.”
The accuser initially claimed her father picked her up after the alleged assault, but he disputes that timeline. She also stated she encountered a celebrity at an after party who has since denied being in New York at the time. Further, photos from the evening place JAY-Z and Diddy at a location different from where the woman alleged the assault occurred.
JAY-Z fired back from the Roc Nation Instagram account: “Today’s investigative report proves this “attorney” Buzbee filed a false complaint against me in the pursuit of money and fame. This incident didn’t happen and yet he filed it in court and doubled down in the press. True Justice is coming. We fight FROM victory, not FOR victory. This was over before it began. This 1-800 lawyer doesn’t realize it yet, but, soon.”
Buzbee, who JAY-Z previously called an “ambulance chaser,” said his team will investigate Jane Doe’s allegations and vet her claims.
50 Cent is having a grand ol’ time trolling Diddy following Will Smith’s recent concert in San Diego.
On Friday (December 13), the G-Unit Films mogul shared a post on Instagram featuring video from Smith’s set in which he attempted to completely distance himself from Diddy and the allegations he faces in light of his arrest on sex trafficking and racketeering charges in September.
In addition to joking that while he shared memes about Smith being allegedly involved with Diddy, he claimed he didn’t actually create them. No matter the case, he still got a kick out of the clip and utilized it as a promo opportunity for his new TV fast channel, 50 Cent Action.
“How you don’t like will smith man LOL I’m watching his movies on 50centAction on ROKU,” 50 Cent wrote in the caption of the post.
To be more specific, Smith appeared to speak on the growing discourse on social media alleging that he is linked to the numerous assault cases Diddy has been implicated in.
“The world we’re in right now is really hard for y’all to discern what’s real and what’s true,” Smith.
“I haven’t addressed any of this publicly, but I just wanted to say this very clearly, I don’t have s##t to do with Puffy, so y’all can stop all the memes.”
As he continued, he went on to distance himself from the “Freak-Off” parties that have become at the center of the indictment Diddy will head to trial over in May 2025.
“You can stop all that bulls##t,” he said. “I ain’t been nowhere near those damn Freak-Offs. I do enough of my own s##t, don’t be putting other people’s bulls##t. I ain’t been anywhere near that man, did none of that stupid s##t, so whenever you guys hear that, it’s a damn lie.”
He concluded, further trolling the narrative by proclaiming he “doesn’t even like baby oil.”
Smith isn’t the only target 50 Cent has picked on by using his social media channels, as of late. In addition to mercilessly trolling JAY-Z over the Jane Doe lawsuit filed against him, which includes Diddy, Fifty also trolled boxer Claressa Shields over her online spat with Remy Ma over Papoose.
Dame Dash, JAY-Z and Kareem “Biggs” Burke co-founded Roc-A-Fella Records in 1994. Needless to say, Dash’s relationship with JAY-Z stretches back decades. So it comes as no surprise he was recently asked about the serious allegations levied against The Blueprint rapper.
During a conversation with American Nu Networks, Dash addressed a recent lawsuit that accuses both Diddy and JAY-Z of raping a 13-year-old girl after the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards.
“I’ve been looking at the news and a couple weeks ago I saw that the attorney had gotten sued for extortion, and I had saw the lawyers that were on the case,,” he began. “I saw that Alex Spiro or whatever his name is. I was like ‘Damn homie might be jammed up or be a part of that,’ but I didn’t think too much of it.'”
But then, JAY-Z issued a statement on Roc Nation’s Instagram account proclaiming his innocence and vowing to fight the allegations, something Dash didn’t expect.
“I was definitely surprised at the long statement,” he continued. “Because I’ve been to court with homeboy and he doesn’t say anything. He never responds. He let his lawyers speak. I know that it must bother him ‘cause he actually said something and the length of the statement.”
Dame Dash added that he’s trying to take a step back and truly analyze what’s going on. He also noted it made him think seriously about what being a celebrity means.
“I have nothing to do with it and I am trying to look at it objectively like everyone else is,” he continued. “For me, the stupid ass bots are going to be like, ‘Oh he’s talking about him.’ But the whole world is talking about him. Then it made me think about being famous and how dangerous that it. The same thing that happened with Puff as far as the way the algorithm is, to me, it’s worse. They’re scrutinizing everything from the last 20, 30 years […] I’m seeing Forbes flip.
“People can love you one day but they just really love to hate you so much more. That was a person that I was like, ‘He can’t do no wrong.’ For some reason, everything single thing I say is smart except when it comes to him. I’m smart about everything but that.”
At the end of the day, Dame Dash doesn’t wish any ill will on his former business partner, although he admitted he’s baffled by the fact people on TikTok have been predicting that JAY-Z would be dragged into it for the past six months. He also referred to Jaguar Wright, who’s been one of JAY-Z’s most outspoken critics, and comedian Katt Williams as “fortune tellers.”
“I have no idea what happened there,” he said. “I would prefer that no one got hurt to be honest. I didn’t think they would flip on him like that. It’s crazy. And them I’m like, ‘How does TikTok and all these people that they say sound crazy, like Katt Williams he said things would be exposed, so he’s rally looking like a fortune teller. And Jaguar and all that, why are the people that are looked like to be imbalanced and then they’re actually happening?”
Controversial attorney Tony Buzbee filed the bombshell allegations against the Roc Nation mogul on December 8. The lawsuit was initially filed in October with Diddy as the sole defendant but was updated to include JAY-Z.
The complaint alleges Diddy and JAY-Z “drugged and raped a thirteen-year-old girl at an afterparty following the 2000 Video Music Awards.” The suit also claims a female celebrity “stood by and watched as [both men] took turns assaulting the minor.”
Diddy’s attorneys say the “barrage” of lawsuits is “designed to extract payments from celebrities who fear having lies spread about them, just as lies have been spread about Diddy].”
Diddy’s team added, “As his legal team has said before, Diddy has full confidence in the facts and the integrity of the judicial process. In court, the truth will prevail: that Diddy never sexually assaulted or trafficked anyone—man or woman, adult or minor.”
Diddy remains in custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn awaiting his May 2025 trial.
Brian Austin Green had pointed advice for Machine Gun Kelly after reports surfaced that Megan Fox and the rapper-turned-actor split over alleged infidelity.
Speaking candidly to TMZ while grabbing coffee earlier this week, Green didn’t shy away from sharing his thoughts, emphasizing the importance of maturity in relationships.
“How old is he? He’s in his 30s, isn’t he?” Green said when asked about the reported text messages Fox, 38, allegedly discovered on Machine Gun Kelly’s phone. “But in your 30s? Like, I don’t know, grow up.”
The former “Beverly Hills, 90210” actor, who shares three children — Noah, 12; Bodhi, 10; and Journey, 8 — with Megan Fox, expressed genuine concern for her and the unborn child she’s expecting.
“That’s a shame,” he remarked. “I’m heartbroken about it because I know she’s been so excited and the kids are so excited for life and the change and all of that.”
Fox had announced in November that she was expecting a baby with Machine Gun Kelly, 34, following a previous miscarriage.
Reports suggest the baby is due in March, adding emotional weight to the couple’s alleged fallout. When asked if he had heard about the breakup, Green admitted he was unaware.
“I didn’t even know,” he said. “I had no idea.”
While he refrained from commenting directly on the allegations swirling around his ex-wife’s partner, Green said, “If that’s the case — and I don’t know the facts of it — but if that’s the case, it’s a tragic situation, and I wouldn’t wish that on anybody.”
The actor appeared to take the high road in his remarks about Fox. Despite their separation after 11 years of marriage, he emphasized that his hope rests on her happiness.
Megan Fox and Green finalized their divorce in 2022.
(UPDATE) OG Maco remains on life support at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles after an apparent suicide attempt. The Atlanta rapper’s manager, who goes by Poppa Perc on Instagram, shared another update on Friday (December 13).
“Most of yall seen the internet so far,” he wrote. “We need everyone pray for my brother OG Maco !! He’s in critical condition right now and they need to get him to a stable enough condition to work on him. The latest update is we are waiting on the neurologist to look over his brain scan.
“I’m sorry if you have tried to reach out and I have not gotten back. I’ve been dealing with press for the past 24 hours every one has been blowing me up and reaching out for the next story update. Please Keep Maco and his family in your Prayers.”
The Instagram post was up for approximately six minutes before it was deleted. Stay tuned.
(UPDATE) OG Maco is clinging to life at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, his day-to-day manager Poppa Perc confirms to AllHipHop.
First responders were called to the Atlanta rapper’s home on Thursday morning (December 12) after a neighbor heard a gunshot. Poppa Perc revealed he shot himself in the head in an apparent suicide attempt.
“I thought he was dead when I first saw him,” his manager tells us. “We were about rebrand and drop [new music] under a whole new alias. We need everyone’s prayers.” He grimly added, “But don’t get your hopes up. We don’t have too much information. They won’t even let us come to the hospital.”
Poppa Perc said OG Maco is currently on life support and doctors were doing everything they could to save him. This is a developing story.
Atlanta rapper OG Maco is alive according to his day-to-day manager Poppa Perc.
A rumor that Maco had died appeared to start on Thursday (December 12) with an Instagram post from DJ Tony Neal, who shared a photo of Maco with the caption, “No wonder why I didn’t hear back from you, baby bro @ogxmaco in Aug when u said you didn’t wanna do music no more, I thought it was goin’ thru a slump, but now I see .. it was bigger than that #TheRage.”
The comments were swift, with many expressing their disbelief. As Lex Luger wrote, “Naaa bro wtf! Same here. I was always trying to get bro to do some music cause he so talented! We would always talk about mental health and real n#### problems don’t tell me he gone.”
DJ Paul wrote in the comment section, “Love U Nephew! Wish I knew how bad you was hurting inside,” suggesting he took his own life.
DJ Paul soon posted a since-deleted Instagram reel of his own, writing, ” Love U Nephew! We wish people we love spoke out to us more about whats going on inside but a lot of times its hard for some because this world is so driven on ‘Impressions.'” But Poppa Perc replied, “Hit my dm rn I’m his manager he’s not dead.”
DJ Paul followed up with yet another since-deleted Instagram post about OG Maco. This time, he wrote in the comment section, “Still alive!” and said he was “praying” for him.
OG Maco (real name Maco Mattox) released his breakout hit, “U Guessed It,” in 2014. The track gained massive attention for its minimalist beat and Maco’s explosive delivery. It became a viral sensation, earning him a deal with Quality Control Music, the same label as Migos and Lil Yachty.
Over the years, OG Maco has released numerous mixtapes and projects showcasing his versatility, blending trap, punk and experimental sounds, but his career has faced several challenges. In 2016, he was involved in a severe car accident that left him with multiple injuries. A few years later, he revealed he had a rare skin disease (flesh-eating necrotizing fasciitis), which significantly affected his appearance and required extensive treatment.
In 2019, he opened up about his condition in a series of photos and videos on his Instagram Stories, which included the immense scabbing that covered most of his face and scalp.
“So much healing has a [sic] occurred thanks to God and my doctors that I’m willing to show all a fraction of what I’ve been going through,” Maco wrote over a photo. “I was improperly treated for a minor rash and ended up with a skin eating disease for the last few months. This is the best it’s looked. I hope it gives someone hope.”
OG Maco also revealed he’d been dealing with it alone, adding, “I’ve been going through this alone 90% of the time, without the support of the person I love, without most of my ‘friends,’ without anything but my own strength and God. Girlfriends/Lovers will leave you at your worst. Friendship is many times just a word. Actions are everything. Believe in those who show you actions worth believing in.”
Maco hasn’t posted anything on Instagram since November 2. AllHipHop has reached out to Poppa Perc in hope of some answers. This is a developing story.
