Nick Cannon has hit back at the suggestion he “fumbled” his marriage to Mariah Carey.
During an episode of “The Daily Cannon” radio show, Nick’s co-host Courtney Bee Bledsoe told him he “fumbled” his six-year marriage to the Always Be My Baby singer.
“I mean, you fumbled Mariah,” Courtney said, to which “The Masked Singer” host replied, “Did I? Explain to me how I fumbled Mariah.”
Courtney clarified that she was simply “playing” before adding, “I don’t know. I just know you’re not with her, so that’s a fumble.”
Nick then replied, “Maybe she fumbled me.”
The TV personality insisted that he “was there” for the pop diva during the marriage before Courtney joked, “You didn’t make ‘Always Be My Baby,’ so… it’s a little different.”
Nick and Mariah got married in April 2008 and welcomed their twins, son Moroccan and daughter Monroe, in April 2011.
They separated in 2014 after six years of marriage, and their divorce was finalized in 2016.
The 42-year-old has gone on to welcome ten more children with five other women.
“The Daily Cannon” morning radio show launched on Monday.
Kim Kardashian broke down in tears as she discussed her divorce from Kanye West in the latest trailer for “The Kardashians.”
Producers from Hulu dropped a dramatic teaser for the upcoming third season of the hit reality TV show.
At the beginning of the clip, Kim asked an assistant about the last time they filmed the show, and the person commented, “You were still in a relationship (with Pete Davidson).”
“I was? Damn,” she responded, adding: “Things change really quickly.”
Kim dated the former “Saturday Night Live” star between November 2021 and August 2022.
Later, Kim appeared to address the finalization of her divorce from Kanye last November, over a year after she officially filed to end the union.
“I’m not O.K. I’m having such a hard day today,” she stated, appearing to tear up.
After Kendall Jenner commented, “I don’t know how Kim handles everything with her ex-husband,” the 42-year-old declared: “He has made up the most insane narrative. We stay silent through all the lies.”
Kim has steered clear of publicly discussing Kanye’s controversial behavior in recent months.
Late last year, the rapper was widely condemned after he made a series of antisemitic comments on social media and in interviews.
Elsewhere in the trailer, Kylie Jenner is seen asking her sisters to consider having a “conversation” about the “beauty standards” they are setting, Khloé Kardashian addresses her skin cancer scare, and Kourtney accuses Kim of using her wedding to Travis Barker in May 2022 to seek out a “business opportunity.”
“I’m really confused how this narrative came into her head. I couldn’t have been more mindful,” argued Kim, to which Kourtney fired: “People think it’s a misunderstanding. It’s not. It’s who she is to her core.”
Season three of The Kardashians is set to debut on May 25th.
Social media users have had a lot to say about Chance The Rapper’s marriage in recent days. The Chicago-bred emcee started an online firestorm because of his escapades at the 2023 Carnival in Jamaica.
Footage of Chance The Rapper dancing on an unknown woman at Carnival went viral. The clip shows Chance slapping the woman’s butt. Critics began questioning if the 30-year-old’s public actions disrespected his wife.
The Letter to My Daughter passage read, in part, “Most people don’t grow up. It’s too damn difficult.” Kirsten Corley-Bennett also captioned her cryptic Instagram post, “I hope one day, we all choose to grow up.”
Chance The Rapper also used Instagram to relay a less subtle message. Yesterday, Chance uploaded a snippet of comedian Bill Burr telling a joke about wedlock to his Instagram Story which reignited rumors of conflict in his household.
“Yeah, I love my wife to death. I love everything about being married f###### married,” said Bill Burr in the Paper Tiger comedy special. “But I’ll tell you this right now, we do fight a lot. We do argue all the time. If I’ve learned anything in five years of being married, it’s we’re always working on me.”
TMZpublished a report about Chance The Rapper and Kirsten Corley-Bennett’s current status as a couple. According to the website, a representative for Chance stated, “Everyone has their moments, but they’re all good.”
Prominent battle rapper Tsu Surf, born Rahjon Cox, is now in the spotlight for his criminal activities after pleading guilty to racketeering conspiracy charges and possessing firearms and ammunition as a convicted felon.
The 32-year-old from Newark, who gained fame through his intense wordplay and stage presence, is now confronting the repercussions of his involvement with the notorious Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips.
Tsu Surf confessed to participating in the gang’s operations between 2015 and 2022, which included violent acts and the distribution of illegal drugs in New Jersey and beyond.
As a leader within the gang, Tsu targeted a rival gang member in a shooting on March 18, 2017. In another incident, on July 24, 2019, Tsu Surf, already a convicted felon, was found to have two loaded firearms in Essex County, New Jersey.
Authorities called a negotiation team, and Tsu Surf decided to surrender peacefully.
Tsu Surf’s career as a battle rapper saw him rise to prominence within the community, garnering a loyal fan base that admired his unique style and lyrical prowess. He is widely regarded as one of the top talents in the genre.
The charges against Tsu carry severe penalties.
The racketeering conspiracy charge alone could result in a maximum prison sentence of 20 years, while the firearms possession charge carries a potential 10-year sentence.
Both charges also include the possibility of a fine of up to $250,000. Tsu Surf’s sentencing is scheduled for September 12, 2023.
As Tsu Surf faces the legal ramifications of his criminal activities, his once-flourishing career as a battle rapper hangs in the balance, highlighting the stark contrast between his artistic success and his turbulent personal life.
Rapper Lil Pump, whose real name is Gazzy Garcia, is reportedly in trouble with the Internal Revenue Service, getting hit with two liens over the last couple of months. They want their money. He owes almost $2 million and the agency is leaning hard on him for the gwap.
The 22-year-old “Gucci Gang” chart-topper was notified by the tax collection company on March 1 about the first one, according to Radar Online. This was followed up a couple of weeks later by another one— both dating from taxes filed over the pandemic.
The federal agency claims for the year 2021, he owes a total of $141,340.56. They also note that for the previous year, 2020, he owes $129,801.88 in unpaid taxes.
This is not the first time the government has come knocking on the rapper’s door. In 2019, reports stated he owed the IRS $90,000 and the year before that, $1,676,738.65.
Out of the $2,037,881.09 he owed over the last four-year tax cycles (excluding 2022 before they should have been just filed), he only paid $90,000.
The artist has not released a statement about his tax issues. However, he is still doing shows. Just a week ago, he tore Penn State down with a jam-packed performance.
Kanye West is reportedly countersuing ex-business partner, Thomas St. John, who accused the embattled artist of breach of contract. According toTMZ, West claims he made a deal with St. John when he was “sleep-deprived, stressed, anxious and under duress.” West, who was in the middle of his divorce from Kim Kardashian at the time, believes this should make the contract unenforceable.
West says he met St. John around March 2022 and agreed to a $300,000 monthly retainer. But West was having one of his social media meltdowns and thinks St. John took advantage of his delicate mental state. West says he signed the paperwork without the presence and counsel of his lawyers. He also points out the number of paparazzi encounters amid the divorce was causing sleep deprivation, stress and anxiousness.
St. John filed a lawsuit against Kanye West in October 2022. He says after getting the first three payments, West got “heated and aggressive” during a meeting at Nobu in Malibu, saying he didn’t want to work with St. John anymore.
The was a clause in his contract, however, that stated St. John couldn’t be fired for the first 18 months of the agreement. West called the 18-month term “bulls***” and told St. John, “You’re insane for even thinking I would stick to it.”
St. John is asking for $4.5 million in damages, $900,000 for the months missed so far and another $3.6 million for the remainder of the contract. He wants punitive damages as well. If West has his way, it will be dismissed.
Rapper Post Malone wants fans to know that he is not doing drugs, a declaration he made after speculation about his dwindling weight has floated around.
While traveling around the world and being a new father and rock star, the “Circles” rapper took to Instagram to dispel rumors about his health and well-being.
“Hello everybody, I hope you’re having a great night.” he opened up, before jumping right into his statement. “I wanted to say that I’m not doing drugs.”
“I’ve had a lot of people ask me about my weight loss and I’d suppose performance on stage. I’m having a lot of fun performing, and have never felt healthier,” he said to his fans.
“I guess dad life kicked in and I decided to kick soda and start eating better so I can be around for a long time for this little angel. Next up is smokes and brews,” he added.
Post Malone also added that he spent some time in the studio and will be having some new music for his fans, saying he is “so excited to share,” because his fans have supported him so consistently.
“Thank you for your patience and support y’all,” he said. “You make my heart beat.”
Ed Sheeran picked up his guitar and sang a snippet of his song “Thinking Out Loud” as he testified in his $100 million copyright infringement trial on Thursday.
The heirs of Ed Townsend, who wrote “Let’s Get It On” with Marvin Gaye, are suing the British singer for allegedly copying parts of the 1973 song while writing his 2014 ballad “Thinking Out Loud.”
On Thursday, Sheeran returned to the witness stand in Manhattan Federal Court and demonstrated the four-chord sequence at the heart of his song on his acoustic guitar.
He performed part of what he insisted was the first version of “Thinking Out Loud,” revealing that the key lyric he and Amy Wadge originally wrote was “I’m singing out now” instead of “thinking out loud.”
He also sang the song’s opening line, “When your legs don’t work like they used to before.”
During his testimony, which lasted almost an hour, the 32-year-old explained that he and Wadge wrote the song during a two-day writing session at his home in England. He recalled stepping out of the shower and hearing Wadge strumming the chords and thinking, “We need to do something with that.”
He revealed that writing the song took little time, and they completed it within a day, with the lyrics inspired by the longtime love between his grandparents.
The singer will return to the stand for cross-examination when the trial resumes on Monday.
The Prince’s Trust Global Gala 2023 showcased the undeniable influence of “Black Girl Magic” as top celebrities and industry leaders gathered at the high-profile event to support the organization’s charitable efforts.
Co-chaired by Global Ambassador and Chairman of the Global Ambassador Board Lionel Richie and Edward Enninful OBE, Global Ambassador and Editor of British Vogue, the annual event celebrated the work of The Prince’s Trust.
The star-studded affair, held at the luxurious Casa Cipriani in New York, featured celebs like Tommy Hilfiger, Idris Elba, Rita Ora, and Kate Moss – but it was the dazzling appearances from Lori Harvey, Doja Cat, Winnie Harlow, Iman, and Emma Weymouth that captivated both onlookers and attendees.
The funds raised by the gala have been distributed to The Prince’s Trust charities worldwide, supporting their ‘Enterprise’ work in countries such as Australia, Canada, Greece, India, Jamaica, Jordan, New Zealand, Pakistan, Rwanda, and the UK.
The organization also allocated funds to explore support for young people in the United States, further expanding its global reach.
2023 The Prince’s Trust Gala at Cipriani South Street, New York.
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Credit: Janet Mayer/startraksphoto.comThe Prince’s Trust Gala 2023 at Casa Cipriani, NY.
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Cookies founder and rapper Gilbert “Berner” Milam took to social media to talk about people in the cannabis investment space trying to take over and kick him out of the marijuana brand he created a decade ago.
He posted a dark video with soft music playing while smoking a joint titled “Public Berner Announcement.”
In it, he noted, the attack came as he was battling Stage 3 Colon Cancer, calling the period “extremely hard” and saying, “I literally was fighting for my life. What made that fight a lot more difficult and challenging was the fact that I was forced to fight for my business at the same time.”
According to the entrepreneur, a group of predatory investors started poking around the popular weed company with the intention of sabotaging the business relationships that made the company thrive. He said they were working from the inside out to get him removed as a decision-maker in the business.
“I ask what Cookies is without what we built together?” he said. “I don’t know.”
Berner said he was only speaking out because he wanted to put people on to how sinister the cannabis space is after a group of investors filed a lawsuit against him.
Lawyers for the group suing the rapper claim he bullied them into using his preferred vendors, stole cannabis strains, and even resorted to violence to get his way. They also claim Berner and other execs took millions in kickbacks.
The investors even claim Berner received millions in jewelry as an under-the-table form of payment from one vendor.
“I hate that more and more people in our industry end up in this situation,” he said. “Because I didn’t want to give in to wild demands and change the way that I chose to build Cookies, these guys are throwing a fit and trying to put me and my company in the corner and starve us out.”
Defiantly he said, “Well, that’s not gonna happen.”
Berner, even as he is recovering from one of the most terrifying health scares of his life, says he is still ready to fight.
Los Angeles-based R&B meets pop artist Darius Martin just released a new single and video for “Options” featuring enigmatic R&B artist Story. This song instantly pulls the listener in with a smooth hook and enticing lyrics. Poking holes in the overstimulation of modern romance, Darius confides, “It’s a record that speaks to dating in a social media-driven world. Both men and women are constantly bombarded with dating options on the gram.”
Over dreamy beats and lavish cascades of piano, Darius Martin captains the track with rich textural vocals. The track is brimming with energy, hitting all the dopamine centers with iridescent sonics and decadent lyrics. The accompanying music video is sublimely sensual, with shots of Darius Martin serenading his love interest over a massage table, riding side by side in a sports car, and dancing through the hallways of a luxurious mansion.
Writing about the beauty and struggles found in life, Darius Martin aims to connect with his listeners deeply and takes from real-life experiences and contrasting perspectives to highlight “the good, bad, and in between.” After getting his degree from the Los Angeles Film Institute, Darius Martin took to the recording studio to begin creating his sonic world. An abstract thinker, Martin toes the line of genre between hip-hop, alt R&B, and undertones of pop. “Options Ft. Story.” is his latest release, further immersing his audience in his imaginative universe.
Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter and producer Darius Martin pioneers expansive alt R&B music complete with pop-laced hooks and island-drenched soundscapes. Writing about the beauty and struggles found in life, Martin aims to connect with his listeners on a deep level, pouring his own emotions and autobiographical experiences into every release.
Born in El Paso, Texas, Darius Martin spent his childhood in Alamogordo, New Mexico where he took influence from the vastness of the desert. Relocating to Southern California in high school, Martin was an active and serious athlete in his teenage years. Fate though, had a different plan, and when a serious illness sidelined Martin, he began channeling his time into discovering his new passion for music.
Influenced by the likes of Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, and Marvin Gaye, Martin began experimenting with different sounds and genres aiming to achieve a sound that is fresh as it is timeless. The songwriter attended the prestigious Los Angeles Film Institute where he graduated in 2020. His college experience further reinforced his passion and ambition to pursue a career in music. Equipped with the skills developed during his time at the Los Angeles Film Institute, he began recording music professionally.
In 2022, Martin released his debut single “Ring”, a sultry club-infused anthem drenched with intoxicating rhythms over deep dark basslines, pulsating beats, and melancholic lyrics that leaves a haunting memory of sensuality and abandonment. The single was followed by “Feel A Way”, a slow-burned, pitch-black alternative R&B track all about loss and regret. Martin’s emotive vocals fervently sing his remorse to a former lover, enticing the listener with every note.
“Already Won” is a melodic hip-hop single with Dribbletoomuch, where both artists take count of their accomplishments while celebrating their future success. An inspiring anthem that captures the relentless pursuit of excellence, the song inspires listeners to conquer their challenges and seize their moment in the spotlight. With “Waves”, Martin creates a seductive and introspective release detailing the pain of a push-and-pull romantic relationship. Organic percussion underlays layered brooding harmonies and visceral electronics highlighting the emotional upheaval of a broken relationship.
Darius Martin’s single “Options” details the whirlwind sensations of a wild romance. Shockingly seductive and sonically imaginative, the songwriter’s rich and textural vocals glide effortlessly over iridescent sonics and penetrating bass.
Crafting music that deeply resonates with his listeners, Darius Martin takes inspiration from real-life experiences and contrasting perspectives to highlight “the good, bad, and in between. I want real-life emotions and feelings to be poured out into my music.”
West coast legend Snoop Dogg is partnering with GaryVee on a new song called “Please Take a Step Back.”
The song will be released as an NFT, dropping on Friday (April 28) at 4:20 p.m.
According to a press release, the song and its accompanying video will be a feature of the Web3 project that they are working on. The one-of-a-kind effort will be available to those people registered for last year’s VeeCon.
Having a ticket from any of the VeeCon experiences will give you access to this new NFT offering. The song is said to be “a manifesto for their shared passion for entrepreneurship and positive mindsets.”
It also commemorated Snoop Dogg’s appearance at the entrepreneurship conference in 2022.
According to the Vee Friends blog, no other marketplaces or music NFT platforms will be able to sell this NFT as a primary purchase.
Also, the supply of the “Please Take a Step Back” NFT collection has been predetermined based on how many VeeCon 2022 NFT Tickets were burned.
“Rarities or metadata of VeeCon 2022 Tickets will have no implications on the burn to mint,” a blog about the collaboration said. “All newly minted “Please Take a Step Back NFTs” will have pre-reveal metadata and content before entering into phase 2.”
GaryVee spoke about the collaboration and said, “As a fan, Snoop has been a part of my life for 30 years. I could not communicate to you what 18-year-old Gary is feeling right now.”
He added: “The idea of taking a step back has been something that’s been woven through my content for 15 years. Every time I say ‘patience’ in my content, that’s saying take a step back. Every time I’m saying, ‘Be empathetic and care about the other person’, every time I’m saying ‘be self-aware, know yourself.’ What I’m really saying to people is take a step back, take a breath, take a beat, and figure out who the f*ck you are.”
Fans who own the “Please Take A Step Back” NFT will also be eligible to be selected as one of 10 winners to join GaryVee and Snoop Dogg during The High School Reunion Tour (with Wiz Khalifa) in Atlanta on August 9.
Hip Hop artist Coi Leray has been very vocal about facing criticism for her body shape. The Trendsetter album creator also publicly admitted to mental health struggles.
“To all my trendsetters, I’m sorry I let you down. I don’t have it in me to keep pushing. I feel like I’m brain-dead. Pray that everyone continues to keep setting trends and striving. Don’t know when I’ll be back but I don’t even want to think about it,” tweeted Coi Leray in February 2022.
Two months earlier, Leray called on people to stop focusing on other people’s image. She wrote, “Don’t [matter] how natural she is, who her doctor is, if she has curves, cellulite, big small, round square, let’s just make it a priority to spread love and worry the f### about yourself.”
The topic of the Boston-born rapper’s body came up again recently after she took issue with Latto namedropping her in the “Put It On Da Floor” single. The song includes Latto rapping, “Smoking on that gas, blunt big as Coi Leray.”
In response, Leray tweeted, “Latto bye. 😴 Here you go [talking] about my body. Please do not come on here and talk about nobody’s BODY. Lol like seriously. Out of all things. Lmaooo ya blunt my size? Lmaooo this s### is never-ending.”
Coi Leray Says She Helped Pave The Way For Slim Women In The Music Industry
Apple Music 1’s Eddie Francis recently interviewed Coi Leray to promote her new single “Bops” which dropped on April 27. She also released the “My Body” track today (April 28). The conversation with Francis included Leray once again addressing people body shaming her.
“I’m prepared for whatever honestly. I’ve dealt with the body shaming situation, honestly my whole entire career. Shout out to all the slim women out there. I feel like I actually paved the way in the music industry for a slim woman to just finally be accepted, honestly, after a very long time. I’m talking since [the] Mýa and Left Eye days,” said Coi Leray.
She added, “And it’s something important you talk about. It’s something very important you talk about. I wake up every day and say, ‘I love my body.’ I don’t give a f###. When I put my clothes on, I’m not saying, ‘Yo, I’m going to put this on to troll.’ I’m putting it on because I love to look good, I love to feel good. And that’s what I personally, genuinely love to wear and like. When they make it about my body, it’s just ongoing. This gets old after a while. It really does.”
Coi Leray is preparing to release her yet-to-be-titled sophomore studio LP. Trendsetter landed in April 2022 via Uptown Records/Republic Records. The album featured appearances by Nicki Minaj, Yung Bleu, Fivio Foreign, Young M.A, G Herbo, H.E.R., Nav, Lil Durk, Polo G, A Boogie wit da Hoodie, Pooh Shiesty, and more.
For Khadija will premiere at this year’s Tribeca Festival on June 16. The documentary chronicles the rise of Morocco-born, Bronx-bred rapper Karim “French Montana” Kharbouch.
Mandon Lovett directed the For Khadija film. Hip Hop recording artists/moguls Aubrey “Drake” Graham and Sean “Diddy” Combs serve as executive producers for the project. An official trailer for the doc dropped on Thursday.
The Tribeca Festival premiere event at The Beacon Theatre will also feature a moderated panel discussion. After the screening of For Khadija, French Montana, Triplets Ghetto Kids, and other special guests will perform at the New York City venue.
“For Khadija. That’s for my mother,” said French Montana earlier this year. “You know she came out here and sacrificed for us. My father had left and she stayed, and she helped me become who I became, so I dedicated it to her. Drake is executive producing it.”
He also added, “It’s a real immigrant story, coming from Africa. I’m from Morocco to the Hip Hop culture in the Bronx and really just being in culture shock. Not knowing English when I was 13 when I came. And from there, just taking it from that.”
French Montana has released four studio LPs – 2013’s Excuse My French, 2017’s Jungle Rules, 2019’s Montana, and 2021’s They Got Amnesia. His catalog also includes the recently released Coke Boys 6 mixtape with DJ Drama. Plus, Montana became the first African artist to earn a Diamond Award from the RIAA.
The latest episode of Latto’s 777 Radio on Apple Music features the Atlanta-bred rapper’s sister, Brooklyn Nikole.
Latto and Brooklyn Nikole discussed the 2023 Coachella Festival, their parents, and other personal topics on 777 Radio. For example, at one point, Latto talked about getting plastic surgery.
“You know, I got a little work done on my body,” admitted Latto during the conversation with her sibling. Brooklyn Nikole responded, “A lot of people don’t even know that because you just look so good.”
Latto then told Brooklyn, “Because a b#### be looking natural. Because this one thing about it, if you going to do it, do it right. I’m going to do it right. I did it right. For a girl who has little tweaky tweaks, I be on your case about not touching nothing.”
In addition, Latto addressed dealing with body image concerns and self-esteem. The 24-year-old 777 album creator also offered advice to any female listeners considering cosmetic medical procedures.
“I’m telling you to all the young girls listening, all the women listening right now. I’m telling you from someone who’s been there, done it, find peace within your natural state,” stated Latto.
The RCA recording artist continued, “Because you’re going to find a flaw and another flaw and another flaw and another flaw. Surgery, any of that stuff, is not a permanent fix.”
Latto admitted fame played a role in choosing to alter her body. The “Big Energy” hitmaker also spoke about the conflicting negative comments people made about her looks over the years.
“When I didn’t have my surgery, they’re like, ‘Oh, she shaped like her white side.’ What the f### does that even mean? For real, what does that even mean?” asked Latto.
She added, “And then when I got the surgery, it’s, ‘Oh she’s botched. Oh, it’s too heavy. It ages her.’ You’re never going to win. So just find peace within yourself, whatever you want to do, do that.”
R&B/Pop megastar Rihanna has slowed down on releasing music over the last six years. However, the Barbadian billionaire continues to rack up RIAA plaques.
This year saw Rihanna headline the Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show in Glendale, Arizona. Her well-received set included a performance of “We Found Love” off the Talk That Talk album.
The Recording Industry Association of America recently certified Rihanna’s 2011 single “We Found Love” featuring Calvin Harris as Diamond (10 million units).
“We Found Love” spent ten weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The Calvin Harris-produced record’s official music video has amassed more than 1 billion views on YouTube.
Previously, Rihanna scored a Diamond Award as a guest feature on Eminem’s “Love The Way You Lie” song from 2011. That collaboration has reached 13x-Platinum status.
Rihanna also has several other tracks on the verge of crossing the 10 million units mark. “Stay” featuring Mikky Ekko, “Work” featuring Drake, and “Needed Me,” have all secured 9x-Platinum certification.
Eminem’s “The Monster” featuring Rihanna currently sits at 8x-Platinum. Riri’s classic breakout hit “Umbrella” featuring Jay-Z also obtained an 8x-Platinum plaque.
According to the RIAA, Rihanna has 165.5 million certified units for digital singles. That number places her at No. 3 on the all-time list behind two of her frequent collaborators – Drake (184) and Eminem (166).
Latto was hit with a slew of nasty comments from apparent Nicki Minaj fans after she took to social media to mourn the loss of her childhood friend.
Tension first arose between the two rap stars last year after Nicki referenced Latto during a rant against the Recording Academy ahead of the Grammys. The pair then engaged in an online back-and-forth which escalated. Both artistsexchanged shots on Twitter, and their fan bases immediately became involved.
Fans have continued to trade online shots since the October spat, trolling social media posts in support of their rap queen. However, things took an unpleasant turn on Thursday (Apr. 27) after Latto took to social media to express her grief at the loss of her friend, Montavious Smith.
The “Big Energy” hitmaker shared a carousel of images on Instagram featuring her childhood friend. Among them, a photo of their fifth-grade yearbook and a video of the pair as teens goofing around for the camera. “You broke my heart n#### 😞,” Latto penned in the caption. She also shared a series of tribute posts in her IG Stories and revealed her eyes are swollen shut and her chests hurts from the pain. “Why u leave me” Latto added.
“It looks like the “super freaky grandma”has outlived ur friend 😕” read one retweet from a user with a Nicki Minaj profile picture.
“You should be next‼️‼️” wrote another troll with a photo of Nicki Minaj as their Twitter avi.
However, some of the Barbz urged other Nicki Minaj fans not to be cruel to Latto as the New York rapper wouldn’t approve.
“Barbz please let’s not, as much as I dislike her. Let’s keep it cute and not say anything at all. Nicki would not approve bc her heart isn’t evil.”
Barbz please let’s not, as much as I dislike her. Let’s keep it cute and not say anything at all. Nicki would not approve bc her heart isn’t evil. https://t.co/L1EvD0ZvzY
While the distasteful comments continued, some fans shared condolences to Latto or condemned the trolls.
“Y’all make fun of death now??????” one supporter questioned. “All the fans of that woman laughing I hope and pray that Karma get y’all for tweeting and making fun of someone dying…..y’all are miserable.”
“i’m so sorry for your loss baby. and so sorry they so weird and dehumanizing. wish she woulda turned off the comments from the start ☹️” wrote another.
Bhad Bhabie is speaking out in defense of Chief Keef after he was accused of being a child predator and grooming the 20-year-old when she was a teen.
The OnlyFans model discussed their previous relationship during a recent appearance on Emily Ratajkowski’s High Low With Emrata podcast. Bhad Bhabie insisted that despite rumors to the contrary, she was 18 when she began dating Chief Keef. However, the interview did little to appease those who believe Sosa groomed her while she was underage.
After the backlash, Bhad Bhabie took to Twitter to deny allegations that Chief Keef is a pedophile.
“Wait I’m mad confused,” she began a series of since-deleted tweets. “20 and 27 is weird but 30 and 37 isn’t? Calling someone a pedophile isn’t just something you say to troll or talk s###. It’s disrespectful asf. I can’t stand the mf but I’m not the type of person to let someone’s name b ruined with lies. Dead that s###.”
Although she admitted they met when she was underage, Bhad Bhabie reiterated Chief Keef did not groom her.
“I know what it’s like to have your name ruined with lies. Just bc he knew me before I was 18 doesn’t mean it was like that,” she continued. “Y’all wouldn’t understand how we were and that don’t mean he groomed me either. I’m in a new relationship now and happy asf. I don’t care to keep feeding into the b#######, but both me and Sosa characters got played with badly today. I’m not okay w it.”
Elsewhere during her interview with Emily Ratajkowski, Bhad Bhabie revealed she had six tattoos dedicated to Chief Keef. However, she recently covered over the ink of his birthday because she is “sick of his s###.”
“I’m getting them removed. I’m just tired of being delusional,” she declared before adding, “I’m so over it.” Bhad Bhaabie also clarified she and Chief Keef were never officially an item: “I would say we were pretty close. But it was like, I don’t know, I’ve known him for a minute.” Check out the clip below and listen to the podcast here.
Bhad Bhabie reveals she got Chief Keef’s name tattooed on her 5-6 times from when they dated. “I have Chief Keef’s birth date, his last name, his name, his nickname… C.K. on my ankle, ‘So’ on my ear, and then I have Keef on my wrist.”👀😳 pic.twitter.com/gh5o63eqSy
Tyler, The Creator fans will have to appreciate the music he releases during his lifetime because the former Odd Future frontman confirmed there will be no new posthumous projects once he transitions.
It isn’t the first time he has expressed distaste over posthumous releases. However, Tyler confirmed he’s taken steps to prevent his estate from releasing an album after his death.
On Wednesday night (Apr. 26), Tyler, The Creator performed his latest project, The Estate Sale, for the first time at L.A.’s El Rey Theatre. The album is the deluxe version of his 2021 LP Call Me If You Get Lost.
During the show, Tyler, The Creator explained that he dropped The Estate Sale because of the stipulation in his will preventing any posthumous releases.
“I’m just so excited,” he declared during a break between songs. “Some of these [songs] are so good that I can’t just let it sit on my hard drive because I have in my will that if I die, they can’t put no f###### posthumous album out.”
Tyler continued, “That’s gross. Then they’ll get some random feature from a n#### that I didn’t really f### with like that. No.”
Tyler, The Creator speaks on posthumous releases at last nights show.https://t.co/fefTUWHS3K
Elsewhere during his set, the L.A. native also debuted an unreleased song called “Penny,” a freestyle over Rich Boy’s “Throw Some D’s”. He revealed the track was leaked via TikTok, but he wanted to perform it for his bodyguard. Check it out below.
“I’m gonna do this random song that no one in here has heard.”
Tyler, The Creator with a special performance of the rare leak “Penny” during an intimate show at The El Rey in LA. pic.twitter.com/FHJWxLi7s5
“Do not continue anything in my name if I die. You got this on record,” Tyler, The Creator told XXL in October 2021. “If I ever die, I don’t want people to put my music out… [with] features with people I do not f### with. The companies are over with. Everything’s done.”
Post Malone says he’s not taking drugs and is in the shape of his life after fans expressed concern for the musician’s health over his recent dramatic weight loss.
The “Circles” hitmaker has been spotted sporting a noticeably slimmer figure in recent months, leading to comments from fans worried about his health. Some shared footage of his recent performances suggesting the rapid weight loss could be due to a sudden illness or even drug addiction.
However, according to Post Malone, fatherhood has given him a new lease on life, and he’s making some big changes for the sake of his baby daughter. He took to Instagram on Thursday evening to share an update with his fans, assuring them he’s doing just fine.
“i wanted to say that i’m not doing drugs, i’ve had a lot of people ask me about my weight loss and i’d suppose, performance on stage,” Post Malone began. “i’m having a lot of fun performing, and have never felt healthier. i guess dad life kicked in and i decided to kick soda, and start eating better so i can be around for a long time for this little angel. next up is smokes and brews, but i like to consider myself a patient man… lol!”
After the health update, Post Malone also teased that he’s been working on new music before promising to post more often.
“my brain is in a super dope place, and i’m the happiest i’ve been in a long time,” he added. “if you’re having a hard time or need some love, i can say that you’re loved more than you know, and keep f###### crushing it. goodnight nerds😤spread love and rock on🥾🥾🥾.” Read his update in full below.
Post Malone welcomed his first child, a daughter, with his fiancée in May 2022. The 27-year-old rapper has kept the details surrounding his daughter and her mother extremely private. He broke the news of her arrival in the most nonchalant way possible, just weeks after announcing he was expecting a child.
“I woke up at 2:30 in the afternoon, I went and I kissed my baby girl and then I went to play some video games,” Post Malone said during an appearance on The Howard Stern Show, last June.
Meanwhile, earlier this month, Post Malone became the only act in history to collect over six Diamond Single Awards, eight in total. Read about the monumental achievement at AllHipHop.com.
