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Ray J Coins Himself “The New Diddy”—Gets Tossed Out Of Kai Cenat’s House

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Ray J stirred up controversy during Kai Cenat’s Mafiathon 3 livestream this week after referring to himself as “the new Diddy” and repeatedly shouting “free Puffy,” a move that got him swiftly kicked out of the house.

The moment unfolded during a brief exchange with streamer RayAsianBoy, when Ray J was asked if he had ever attended a party hosted by Diddy. “Have I ever went to a Diddy party? I’m the new Diddy,” he said. The comment visibly stunned Cenat, who quickly asked Ray J to leave the stream.

As he exited, Ray J continued to say “free Puffy” multiple times. Earlier in the stream, he also attempted to join Cenat in the shower while a DJ played his 2005 hit “One Wish” in the background. Both moments were played for laughs, though the Diddy reference clearly crossed a line for Cenat.

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Mafiathon 3, Cenat’s monthlong livestream event, kicked off with appearances from Kim Kardashian and Mariah Carey in its first two days. The Twitch marathon is known for its unpredictable celebrity drop-ins and over-the-top antics. Cenat has teased that if he reaches one million subscribers, LeBron James will cut his hair live on stream.

Ray J, who launched his own Twitch channel in January, has leaned into the platform’s chaotic energy. But his public support for Diddy comes at a time when the rap mogul has been embroiled in serious legal troubles.

Diddy, whose real name is Sean Combs, was arrested in September 2024 on federal charges related to sex trafficking and racketeering. He remains in custody after being convicted on two counts of transportation for the purposes of prostitution in July. Public sentiment has largely turned against him following a series of lawsuits and damaging allegations.

Ray J’s decision to align himself with Diddy—even jokingly—didn’t land well with Cenat or his audience. The singer and entrepreneur has been active on social media defending Diddy in recent months, despite the backlash. Mafiathon 3 will continue through the end of September, with more celebrity appearances expected in the coming days.

Mya Says Work Led To Seven Years Of Celibacy – “Time Has Passed”

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Mya paused her dating life and embraced celibacy for seven years, revealing it wasn’t a conscious decision but a natural outcome of prioritizing healing and self-growth.

The singer, now 45, reflected on her extended break from romantic relationships during a conversation with British comedian Judi Love on the Judi Love YouTube channel.

“It wasn’t even a choice. It was just what it was, and then you look up, ‘Oh, time has passed,'” Mya said, describing how the years quietly slipped by as she focused inward.

Mya explained she became immersed in her work and personal evolution, pouring her energy into music, wellness and rediscovering passions she had put on hold.

“I was fully committed to self and that meant in business and dishing out project after project… engulfing myself into my love and then my gifts that maybe I’d abandoned during that relationship,” she said. “Changing my diet and then starting to invest in just joy around me and getting rid of the bad energy, the bad vices that could become addictions or any form of escapism.”

Her journey of self-reflection took shape after she famously “married herself” in 2013, a symbolic gesture that marked a turning point in her personal life. That decision laid the groundwork for a deeper transformation.

“So it was literally a self-analysation,” she said. “Making a chart actually before the New Year, looking at different areas and phases of my life, what I was doing, who was involved, and then what accolades were coming during those times. I’m like, ‘Okay, I see progressing,’ and then I can see where something was going on because I allowed something in that shouldn’t have been there.”

Mya’s comments come at a time when more public figures are speaking openly about stepping back from dating to focus on emotional and spiritual clarity.

Conversations around celibacy and self-care are gaining traction as people reevaluate their priorities in a post-pandemic world.

Cardi B Promises To Countersue Next Time After Assault Case Victory

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Cardi B walked out of a Los Angeles courtroom on Tuesday (September 2) with a clean slate and a sharp warning after a jury found her not liable in a civil assault case brought by former security guard Emani Ellis.

The 12-person jury needed less than an hour to unanimously side with the Grammy-winning rapper, rejecting Ellis’ claims that she was scratched, spat on and verbally attacked outside a Beverly Hills OB-GYN office in 2018 while Cardi B was pregnant.

The Bronx native testified that the confrontation was verbal only and that Ellis had crossed the line by filming her without permission during a private medical visit.

“To be honest with you, I have missed my kids’ first day of school today,” she said after the verdict. “Because of this, and I’m not even playing around… I swear to God I will say it on my deathbed. I did not touch that woman.”

Ellis maintained her version of events and said through her attorney that she plans to appeal the decision.

Cardi B Urges Supporters Not To Harass Emani Ellis Online

But for Cardi B, the verdict wasn’t just a win—it was a turning point. She made it clear she’s done playing nice with people she believes are trying to cash in on her name.

“With that being said, this time around, I’m going to be nice. The next person to try to do a frivolous lawsuit against me, I’m going to countersue, and I’m going to make you pay because this is not okay.”

She also pushed back on the idea that celebrities are easy targets for settlements.

“So don’t ever think that I’m just going to give you my money that I work hard for,” he said. “I work hard for my money, for my kids, and for people I take care of. So don’t you ever think that you’re gonna sue me, and I’m just going to settle and just give [you] my money? It’s not going to happen.”

Despite her frustration, Cardi B urged her supporters not to harass Ellis online, saying she wanted to move forward without encouraging hate.

This isn’t the first time Cardi B has come out on top in court. In 2022, she won a defamation lawsuit against YouTuber Tasha K, who spread false claims about her personal life.

That case ended with a jury awarding Cardi B more than $4 million, including $1.3 million in legal fees.

QueenzFlip Throws Punches During Altercation At NYC Parade After Heated Clash

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QueenzFlip found himself in the middle of a street fight after a tense face-off turned physical during the West Indian American Day Parade on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn on Monday (September 1), making him the butt of online jokes.

Footage from the parade route shows the Hip-Hop personality exchanging words with a man who approached him while he was greeting people along the sidelines.

The man tapped Flip and said, “I ain’t going to lie. Right now, you not the celebrity.”

Flip wasn’t amused. He swatted the man’s hand away and responded, “Stop touching me.”

That moment set off a chain reaction. The man began trailing Flip, taunting him.

“I know you,” he yelled. “But now you want to move that funny s###, n##### don’t give a f### about QueenzFlip.”

Flip fired back, “You’re not doing nothing,” repeating it as the tension escalated.

The man didn’t back down. “I will violate you,” he warned, raising his voice as a crowd started to gather.

Security tried to de-escalate the situation, pulling the man away, but he shouted “Suck my dick” at Flip while being escorted.

Flip told his team to let the man go and lunged forward, pretending to strike, in an attempt to provoke a reaction.

The man swung at Flip over the security guard. The crowd shifted as another punch followed.

Police officers climbed over a barricade just as Flip turned and noticed them behind him.

Still, he charged the man and threw a punch, knocking him to the ground before officers stepped in and broke it up. Pepper spray was deployed to clear the crowd.

QueenzFlip Roasted By Followers

He later commented on social media, writing, “Did anyone hear someone behind me say – Yo Queenz?? Before I turned around,” which led to a wave of jokes suggesting Flip only got bold once he saw the police nearby.

“Yea the cops,” one person replied.

Another chimed in, “@JoeBudden better flame you up next pod.”

And someone else added, “Noticed you ain’t get active till you looked at 12 once they hit the barricade you made ya move.”

No word yet on whether any charges were filed or if the incident will lead to further consequences.

50 Cent Promises Netflix Documentary After Suntory CEO Quit Over Drug Raid

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50 Cent wasted no time turning corporate scandal into content after the head of Suntory Holdings, a liquor empire he’s suing, stepped down amid a drug investigation in Japan.

The Hip-Hop and entertainment mogul reacted Tuesday (September 2) to the resignation of Takeshi Niinami, CEO of Suntory, following a police raid on his Tokyo home tied to suspected cannabis-related products, Bloomberg reports.

The news tickled 50 Cent, who’s been locked in a legal battle with the beverage giant over claims they defrauded his Sire Spirits company out of millions.

“They Lack Honor, this is the same company Beamsuntory that stole 6.8 million dollars from me,” 50 Cent wrote on Instagram, sharing a screenshot of the headline. “Cost me millions in legal fees and still hasn’t resolved the issue. Now they are getting caught with drugs. I’m gonna make a documentary about this ! Netflix.”

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Niinami resigned Tuesday (September 2) after Japanese authorities searched his home in connection with a probe into supplements suspected of containing THC, the psychoactive compound in cannabis. According to Bloomberg, Niinami denied any wrongdoing and stated that he believed the products were legal CBD supplements intended to aid with sleep.

Suntory accepted his resignation and said it would await the outcome of the investigation before commenting further on the legality of the products.

Meanwhile, 50 Cent’s lawsuit against Beam Suntory, now operating as Suntory Global Spirits, accuses the company of orchestrating a scheme to siphon off roughly $6 million from his liquor brand through inflated pricing and hidden kickbacks.

50 Cent has also threatened to bring the matter to the U.S. Congressional Black Caucus, suggesting the case highlights broader issues of discrimination and exploitation of Black-owned businesses.

Beam Suntory has denied all accusations, stating it was unaware of any fraudulent activity.

Druski Stirs Outrage With Controversial Whiteface Skit At NASCAR Race

By: London Jennn Updated Category: News
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Druski stirred up a firestorm Tuesday (September 2) after posting a whiteface skit from a 2025 NASCAR event in Darlington, where he disguised himself as a stereotypical Southern white man, complete with sunburned skin, a mullet, cowboy hat and denim overalls.

The viral video showed the comedian fully transformed and nearly unrecognizable as he mimicked exaggerated “redneck” behavior—chugging beers, swapping cigarettes and delivering rowdy toasts.

One moment in particular drew attention: Druski spat at the feet of two Black attendees, a move some online called offensive and unnecessary.

He captioned the clip, “That Guy who is just Proud to be AMERICAN.”

While some viewers applauded the makeup artistry and bold satire, others slammed the skit for reinforcing negative stereotypes about Southern culture and NASCAR attendees.

One user commented, “Those people had no idea this was a black man.” Another wrote, “He could infiltrate the kkk if he wanted.”

The backlash quickly escalated into a broader conversation about race, comedy and double standards—especially around the use of whiteface versus blackface in entertainment.

MAGA-friendly comedian and podcaster Theo Von chimed in with a pointed response, hinting he might retaliate with blackface.

“Wowwww. Anyone do hair and m/u? hit my dms. i feel a jheri curl coming on,” he posted. “Just need some quality paint first.”

The skit also featured NASCAR driver Ty Gibbs, who appeared to stifle laughter during one scene.

Some compared Druski’s approach to that of Sacha Baron Cohen, known for using disguise to expose social issues. But critics argued this performance leaned more on caricature than commentary.

This isn’t the first time Druski has used whiteface. In May, he released a “WhiteBoy that’s accepted by the Hood” parody. The skit went viral, receiving millions of views and sparking similar discussions.

Drake Addresses BBL Rumors & Sets Record Straight On Jail Time

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Drake tackled two viral topics—BBL accusations and a brief jail stint in Sweden—during the debut episode of Bobbi Althoff’s “Not This Again” podcast on Tuesday (September 2).

The Toronto rapper didn’t dodge the internet’s long-running joke about his physique, sparked by a shirtless gym selfie he posted in June. When Althoff asked if he had undergone cosmetic surgery, Drake responded with a laugh: “People also say that I got a BBL. They call me ‘BBL Drizzy.’ I don’t know if my wagon looked crazy when I walked in here, but did it?”

He explained the image came right after a workout, saying, “Maybe I heightened the saturation or something on it.” Then he added, “I think I hit it too hard. They don’t look like that.”

The “BBL Drizzy” nickname took off after Metro Boomin dropped a diss track in 2024 referencing alleged body enhancements.

Later in the episode, Drake opened up about his 2022 arrest in Sweden, which he described as overblown and unnecessary.

Drake explained, “I spent a pretty long time in jail… nine hours.”

“We did a private party and one of the [police] officers, his girl came to the private party,” he said. “But they arrested me way too aggressive, and they arrested me for nothing.”

At the time, his team denied the arrest, calling it a misunderstanding. But in 2023, Drake posted documents and video footage confirming the incident.

Looking ahead to a concert in Sweden, Drake joked the same woman might show up again: “Oh yeah, his girl’s coming back out for sure,” he said, if he can track her down.

The full interview aired Tuesday (September 2) on the premiere of “Not This Again.”

Cardi B Explodes On Reporter Over Offset & Stefon Diggs Paternity Question

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Cardi B lost her temper outside a Los Angeles courthouse on Tuesday (September 2) after a reporter pressed her with a personal question about whether Offset or Stefon Diggs fathered her rumored unborn child.

The Grammy-winning rapper had just exited the courtroom after winning a civil assault case when a reporter asked, “Do you foresee any paternity issues with Stefon Diggs?”

The question followed a reference to Offset “publicly bragging about getting you pregnant for the fourth time.”

Cardi was enraged. She snatched a pen from a fan and hurled it at the reporter, shouting, “Stop disrespecting me. Don’t disrespect me.”

Security quickly stepped in as she stormed off toward her vehicle.

Before leaving, she turned back to confront the reporter again: “Do you see women asking those types of questions to me? Why do you feel, as a man, you get to ask me those type of questions? Act like you have some manners. Your momma taught you, respect women.”

Once inside her SUV, Cardi addressed the rest of the press: “Y’all are not going to see me after that, and you can thank him,” she said. “I’m not playing around. I was very nice I was very kind … Nobody’s going to get that no more.”

Cardi had already addressed the rumors directly during an Instagram Live in August, shutting down a viewer who asked if she was pregnant. “No, you stupid b####,” she said. “I’m just out of breath ’cause I have asthma… Stop being funny in this b#### before you get blocked, b####. That’s a stupid comment; don’t put that on me.”

However, she later teased with a tweet: “But AM I?…” with an eyebrow-raising GIF, fueling further speculation.

The Bronx-born rapper filed for divorce from Offset in July 2024, shortly after announcing her third pregnancy.

Her relationship with NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs became public in early 2025.

Mary J. Blige Loses Attempt To Have $5M Lawsuit Filed By Misa Hylton Heard In Special Court

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg) Updated Category: Exclusives
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Mary J. Blige’s attempt to transfer a $5 million lawsuit filed by Misa Hylton to a New York court that handles complex business disputes failed as a judge ruled the case didn’t meet the requirements for the specialized venue.

Blige’s legal team argued the case, centered on allegations that she interfered with Hylton’s management deal involving rapper Vado, was too intricate for standard civil court.

They claimed the lawsuit involved “complex” issues such as California law, contract enforcement and corporate standing.

However, Judge Suzanne J. Adams rejected the motion, stating that the claims were tied to entertainment and artist management agreements, not the type of commercial dealings the court’s Commercial Division was designed to handle.

In her ruling, Adams wrote that “the complexity of the case, the choice of law issues, and the amount in controversy do not warrant transfer to the Commercial Division.”

The lawsuit, filed in April 2025, accuses Mary J. Blige of pressuring Vado to abandon his agreement with Hylton’s M.I.S.A. Management in favor of signing with Blige’s label, Beautiful Life Productions.

Hylton alleges Blige withheld album releases and touring opportunities from Vado unless he cut ties with her.

Hylton is seeking $5 million in damages, as well as an injunction to prevent Blige from interfering in future business relationships.

The complaint also names Blige’s head of security, whom Hylton claims is her boyfriend, and accuses him of warning Vado that he’d “lose out on opportunities” if he stayed with Hylton.

Blige has dismissed the claims as “patently frivolous” and “meritless,” suggesting the lawsuit is a personal attack designed to force a settlement.

Her attorneys argue that Hylton’s company is not a valid corporation and that she lacks the proper licensing to operate as a talent agent.

Blige is also seeking sanctions against Hylton and her attorney, alleging the suit was filed for publicity and leverage.

Hylton’s lawyer said they tried to resolve the dispute privately, but turned to the courts when Blige’s team stopped responding.

As of late July 2025, the case remains active in civil court, with Blige pushing for dismissal and Hylton standing firm on her claims.

Lil Jon Stuns Muscle Man Contest With Jaw-Dropping Body Transformation

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Lil Jon flexed more than his Hip-Hop credentials on Labor Day when he hit the stage at the 2025 Muscle Beach Championships in Venice, California, stepping into a bodybuilding contest that drew amateur lifters from around the globe.

Known for his high-energy anthems and crunk legacy, the Grammy-winning artist didn’t just perform for the crowd. He stripped down, oiled up and joined the competition, showcasing a transformed physique built through months of discipline and clean living.

“Been a lot physically, just in the gym. Dedication. Eating. Focus. I’m winning just by being here and, you know, changing my lifestyle mentally and physically,” Lil Jon said during the event.

The Muscle Beach Championships has long been a proving ground for aspiring athletes. But few expected to see the 50-something rapper among the competitors, especially after a career built on late nights and party anthems.

Lil Jon’s journey to the weight bench started after a close friend underwent triple bypass surgery in his 40s. That wake-up call, combined with his own string of minor health issues and alcohol-related liver concerns, pushed the rapper to reevaluate his lifestyle.

He ultimately quit drinking, a decision he said brought him mental clarity and improved overall health. That pivot also led him to adopt wellness practices such as meditation, clean eating, and regular workouts.

By 2024, he’d released two guided meditation albums—Total Meditation and Manifest Ab: Affirmations of Growth—and launched his wellness brand, Soul Chakra, which includes live meditation and sound bath experiences.

But the Muscle Beach stage marked a new chapter.

Lil Jon wasn’t just promoting wellness—he was living it, shirtless and shredded.

“One of the things I hope is that I can be an inspiration to so many people that say, I don’t have time, I can’t do it. If I can do it and you can do it too, no excuses,” he said.

Lil Yachty Slammed For Ignoring Male Supporters At Meet-&-Greet

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Lil Yachty drew criticism this week after video from a meet-and-greet surfaced showing him warmly interacting with a female attendee while barely acknowledging several male fans, prompting frustration across social media.

The footage, which circulated widely on Monday (September 1), shows Yachty smiling and engaging with a woman, while in other clips he appears distracted, scrolling on his phone and giving half-hearted greetings to male supporters—sometimes not even making eye contact.

One user wrote, “Imagine paying money to meet somebody you f### with and they treat you like this.”

Another added, “Every week this n#### shows that he’s an a###### in a different way lol.”

Some online commenters weren’t surprised, pointing to Yachty’s past behavior and comments. “How ik they dont listen to him. He literally talks s### about n##### who act like groupies.”

Despite accusations that he was flirting with female attendees, Yachty has previously rejected the idea that he engages in casual encounters.

In a 2022 tweet, he wrote, “I feel sorry for women who have intentions on f###### me the first night they meet me. Because I don’t do that I wasn’t raised that way. #gettoknowtherealme.”

The meet-and-greet backlash comes just weeks after another controversy involving the rapper.

During an August 2025 Twitch stream hosted by PlaqueBoyMax, Yachty previewed a track containing a lyric that referenced George Floyd: “Put my knee up on her neck, I went George Floyd.”

The line was quickly condemned, including by former NBA player Stephen Jackson, a close friend of Floyd’s, who called it “weak” and said artists should stop using Floyd’s name for attention.

Yachty later reached out to Jackson privately to apologize. Jackson acknowledged the apology publicly, saying, “He’s a smart young man, he’s winning for a reason… he made a mistake, he apologized, we moved on from it.”

August Alsina Defends His Relationship With Younger Boyfriend—Slams Grooming Accusations

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August Alsina shut down grooming accusations and confirmed his relationship with rumored boyfriend Zu, after a photo post sparked backlash over their age gap and timeline.

The New Orleans native, who turns 33 later this month, faced criticism online after hinting he and Zu have been together for nearly five years. That detail led social media users to question when the relationship began, prompting Zu to directly address the speculation.

“I’m a grown ass man, with his own mind and free will,” Zu wrote in a lengthy Notes app message shared to social media. “I met August when I was already of age, an adult. Aug didn’t even know me when I was 16 or 17…not sure where that came from.”

He confirmed their romantic relationship, adding, “Yea there’s a slight age difference but y’all pick and chooses who to judge when it comes to that. We will have known each other for 5 years toward the end of the year, so he’s speaking in future terms because that’s where we plan to make it.” He ended the post with, “Hope this clears up any confusion.”

But the internet didn’t quiet down.

One user commented, “‘August is my boyfriend’ gone head and clear the AIR for anyone confused.”

Others remained skeptical, questioning the maturity gap and timing.

One critic wrote, “it really doesn’t babe regardless if he met you at 18 or 19 you weren’t grown and he was grown as the f###.”

Zu clapped back, “Awwwe cry me a river.”

The exchange continued with the critic responding, “i’m not sad i wasn’t groomed or dating a predator i like people in my age group.”

Zu replied, “Everybody entitled to the opinion, ik what it is..and I’m living the greatest life.”

August Alsina Weighs In Following Backlash

Another user added, “This don’t clear up anything. If anything makes y’all sound more guilty.”

Alsina didn’t stay silent. He fired back in a separate post, writing, “Guilty? This word implies that you thought yall held some sort of court or dominion over two grown ass people to be judged for some sort of outcome…. The level of delusion and narcissism yall live in is psychotic! Yall don’t even hold authority in your own life… let alone, MINE! Heal & pay ya rent family!”

He also revealed, “Zu lied to me about how old he was when we first clicked up. Granted, he was over 18… but the fact still remains. & I found out later, upon meeting the family.”

Alsina dismissed the “predator” label and made it clear that Zu is with him by choice. “Play somewhere, where it’s safe,” he added, telling critics to stay out of their relationship.

Young Thug Goes Off On Kendrick Lamar In Explosive Jail Call: “Never Be Bigger Than Drake”

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Young Thug unloaded on Kendrick Lamar and showered Drake with praise in a newly leaked jail call that surfaced Tuesday morning (September 2), venting over Kendrick’s refusal to appear on his Business Is Business album and questioning his role in Hip-Hop’s collaborative culture.

The audio, part of an ongoing stream of controversial jailhouse recordings, captured the Atlanta rapper expressing disappointment and disbelief over Kendrick’s decision not to participate on the project.

“Why wouldn’t you wanna do a feature for a superstar?” Thug asked, his voice tinged with frustration.

“You really got Lil Durk calling you for a song, Lil Baby, Thug, real superstars calling you for a song, why wouldn’t you do the song? We lit, n####. We going number one, too,” he continued.

Thug didn’t stop there. He compared Kendrick’s industry presence to Drake’s, arguing that Kendrick hasn’t extended the same support to other artists.

“You ’posed to be a n#### who bless a n####. That’s why them n##### would never be bigger than Drake, ever in life,” he said.

“You know how many n##### life Drake changed? You know how many n##### can take care of their family cause of [Drake.]” Thug added, emphasizing the Toronto rapper’s influence and generosity.

He also took a swipe at Kendrick’s cousin, Baby Keem, saying, “[Kendrick] ain’t really helped nobody, n#### ain’t gaining fans of you. Keem ain’t big, Keem lil as hell.”

Young Thug Faces Snitching Allegations As YSL Crew Implodes

The leaked call is the latest in a growing pile of audio recordings from jail that have put Young Thug at the center of multiple feuds and controversies.

Over the past week, several clips have emerged, including one where he allegedly criticized Gucci Mane for going “soft” after his own prison stint.

He also accused Pierre “P” Thomas, CEO of Quality Control, of snitching and financial mismanagement.

In another call, Thug blasted Gunna for accepting a plea deal in the YSL RICO case, claiming he did it “to get out for a hoe.”

Meanwhile, Young Thug responded to a leaked interrogation video by denying he cooperated with authorities.

“They didn’t didn’t play my interrogation video in court cause I helped my brada #Ratwhere?” he wrote on social media.

The ongoing leak of jail calls has stirred tension within the YSL camp and reignited debates about loyalty and street ethics.

NBA YoungBoy Returns To Spotlight With Dramatic Casket Entrance At Dallas Show

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NBA YoungBoy launched his return to the spotlight with a theatrical entrance and a packed arena at the American Airlines Center in Dallas on Monday (September 1), kicking off his MASA Tour 2025 by rising from a casket in front of thousands.

The Baton Rouge rapper’s dramatic reemergence marked his first major arena headlining tour after years of legal battles and time away from the stage.

The MASA Tour—short for Make America Slime Again—is his first since being released from federal prison in March 2025, where he served time on gun and prescription drug fraud charges.

The Dallas show set the tone for what’s expected to be a high-energy run through major cities, including Los Angeles, Houston, Chicago, Brooklyn, Miami, Atlanta, Denver and Boston.

The tour also features appearances from DeeBaby, EBK Jaaybo and K3, adding more firepower to the lineup.

Online clips from the opening night show NBA YoungBoy—real name Kentrell Gaulden—emerging from a coffin as lights flashed and the crowd erupted.

The moment was both symbolic and theatrical, signaling his return after a turbulent stretch marked by court cases and house arrest.

NBA YoungBoy Gives Back In Dallas

Just before the Dallas concert, YoungBoy made headlines for a different reason. He donated $50,000 to two Dallas-based nonprofits: Manifest Freedom and Urban Specialists.

The funds were split evenly between the organizations, which focus on supporting communities impacted by incarceration and reducing neighborhood violence.

“Basically, it’s just to help try to stop the crime,” YoungBoy said. “You know, a lot of people be getting hurt, so it ain’t really cool at this point to me, so I just want to help in any way I could.”

Manifest Freedom, founded by attorney Brittany K. Barnett, works with formerly incarcerated entrepreneurs and creatives.

Urban Specialists is a national nonprofit that promotes safer communities through outreach and education.

Both groups plan to use the donation for youth programs and family support services.

NBA YoungBoy’s MASA Tour continues across the country through fall 2025.

Cardi B Sets Record Straight On 2025 Tour As Pregnancy Rumors Continue

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Cardi B confirmed her long-awaited return to the stage during an Instagram Live session, assuring her 2025 tour is still on track despite fears a rumored pregnancy would force a delay.

The Grammy-winning rapper made it clear she’s not canceling anything, despite weeks of speculation sparked by her recent wardrobe choices and public appearances.

Despite the online chatter, Cardi made her intentions clear during a livestream Monday (September 1), teasing that tour dates would be revealed “very, very soon.”

“I’m so excited,” she said. “After all of this album rollout and album duties, I go straight into tour prep. So there’s no time to waste.”

The upcoming tour will mark her first full-scale run since 2019 and is expected to feature surprise guests and elaborate production — hallmarks of her high-energy performances.

After wearing oversized outfits and appearing to shield her midsection, social media users speculated she might be expecting and worried it could derail her tour plans.

But Cardi was clear when a viewer asked if she was pregnant during an Instagram Live last month.

“No, you stupid b####,” she fired back. “I’m just out of breath ’cause I have asthma… Stop being funny in this b#### before you get blocked, b####. That’s a stupid comment; don’t put that on me.”

Still, she stirred the pot just a bit more with a cryptic post on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “But AM I?…” alongside a GIF of Tokyo Toni raising her eyebrows — a move that only added fuel to the rumor mill.

The Bronx native is also gearing up for the release of her second studio album, Am I the Drama?, which drops September 19.

The 23-track project includes hits like “WAP,” “Up” and the lead single “Outside.”

Meek Mill Blasts Street Culture As 6ix9ine Drags Him Over Young Thug

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Meek Mill took aim at the illusion of street loyalty as 6ix9ine reignited his feud with the rapper, questioning his silence on the Young Thug interrogation leak and their past collaboration.

6ix9ine, who has long been a lightning rod in Hip-Hop due to his own legal history, posted a screenshot of what appeared to be a tweet from Meek Mill.

The post read: “I hope that rat going live to apologize to the people he told on or the victim….. Y’all forgot that fast a ‘rat’ killed nipsey he wasn’t suppose to be on the streets! That’s the only thing ima day because he’s dead… left his baby mom and child like a coward as targets!”

The authenticity of the tweet is questionable, and Meek has not confirmed it.

Still, 6ix9ine used the moment to call out Meek for his 2017 track “We Ball” with Young Thug, writing: “Question since you always had an opinion YOU STILL PERFORMING WE BALL?”

Meek didn’t respond directly but shared a post on his Instagram Story Monday (September 1), addressing the broader issue of street ethics.

“Street glorification is a joke. Of course there are no morals. You can’t have a code of ethics when nothing you’re doing is ethical. Focus on investing, trading, tech, & entrepreneurship. The other way is a circus with no ringleader.”

He added, “Next interview I do ima explain why the streets a ‘FULL MYTH’ !!!!!!”

6ix9ine has spent the past week calling out Atlanta artists for staying quiet about Young Thug’s resurfaced police interrogation footage.

In the clip, Thug appears to give his number to law enforcement and asks them not to tell anyone. 6ix9ine questioned why Thug hasn’t received the same backlash others have faced.

“Why is everybody so quiet? When the songs coming out calling ya man Spider a rat?” he asked, naming Lil Baby, Future, and 21 Savage as artists who have yet to speak on the matter.

“I never told on my friends,” 6ix9ine said. “I DID IT AND WHAT. YOUNG THUG SAID to THE POLICE: Take my number. CALL ME. Just don’t tell nobody you got my number. HOW YOU GOING TO DEFEND THAT?”

He also criticized Thug for not requesting a lawyer and instead speaking for “two hours,” saying, “Where’s all the energy at?”

Brittany Renner Dragged Online After Dramatic Custody Blowup With PJ Washington

By: London Jennn Updated Category: News
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Brittany Renner found herself at the center of online backlash after a tense custody handoff with PJ Washington turned into a profanity-laced public showdown, all caught on camera.

On Monday (September 1), a viral clip circulated online, showing Renner confronting Washington during a scheduled exchange of their son, PJ Jr., accusing him of being absent and emotionally disconnected.

“Every time that he does this, I’m gonna record it, because that’s not okay,” she says in the video, as the child cries while being handed to his father. “This is the third time he’s done it.”

Renner then accuses Washington of being inconsistent and not spending enough time with their son.

“He doesn’t want to go with you,” she adds. “So actually show up and do something with him, ’cause he does this every time.”

Renner’s mother quickly joined the confrontation, backing her daughter and telling Washington the child didn’t want to go.

The argument escalated when Washington, visibly irritated, snapped, “Suck my dick.”

When challenged to repeat himself, he doubled down: “I didn’t stutter. Suck my dick.”

Renner’s mother fired back, “If you had one, maybe I would. P####-ass b####.”

The exchange didn’t stop there. Renner’s mother also accused Washington of prioritizing other women over his son, yelling, “$170,000 to your hoe but $11,000 in your son’s bank account!”

Washington’s wife, Alisah Chanel, was also present and briefly involved in the heated argument. At one point, Renner’s mother dared her to step out of the car and fight.

Brittany Renner Sparks Internet Fury

Social media users didn’t hold back, with many accusing Renner of trying to manipulate the situation.

One user wrote, “She’s trying to make him look bad, but it’s backfiring.” Another added, “Trying to make PJ look bad for no reason. She’s not fooling anyone.”

One commenter mocked her financial complaint, saying, “She said ‘only $11,000 in your son’s bank account’ like young dawg got a mortgage and s### lmao.”

Renner and Washington began dating in 2019 and welcomed their son in May 2021. Their relationship ended later that year, and the custody battle has remained public ever since. 

Sade 2026 Tour Rumors: What’s Fact & What’s Fiction

By: Houston Williams Updated Category: Rumors
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Sade and a world tour in 2026? Those two words together have social media acting like Christmas came early. My feed is full of so-called “tour posters,” “inside scoops” and and other mania called the Sade Adu Echoes in the Dark World Tour 2026. People are already picking outfits—but hold off on getting the babysitter.

There’s no official confirmation from Sade, her management or her official site. Nothing. I went to buy tickets and there wasn’t even a placeholder on Ticketmaster. All of this hype is running off hope, not facts. Some outlets even dropped stories about it, but the end result is “it’s unconfirmed.”

Sade can make the world lose its mind without saying a word. She hasn’t toured since 2011, when the Soldier of Love Tour grossed more than $50 million. That was over a decade ago. I missed her that time, but I won’t make that mistake if she comes back around. The scarcity only adds to her legend. She’s one of the greatest singers of all time.

Drake knows.

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Some sites have gone so far as to create fake itineraries. When you get to the bottom of the fine print is says, “there is no official news about a SADE Tour 2026 yet.” Anything for clicks.

After Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter and Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, folks are dreaming about Sade doing her version of a cultural reset. We need it, too. Sade Adu is almost 70 years old. Come on. Stop playing with our emotions. Lagos, London, Paris and New York are all ready.

There’s not a lot more to say.

Rumor busted—for now. But if she does step back into the spotlight, we’ll be there.

You knew she dropped a song last November.

Fugees MC Pras’ Sentencing Delayed After Emergency Cancer Battle

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Pras Michel was supposed to face judgment in a Washington courtroom last month. Instead, the Fugees rapper found himself in a hospital undergoing emergency colon cancer surgery. This recent development that forced a delay in his long-awaited sentencing.

Michel, whose legal name is Prakazrel Michel, had been slated for sentencing in his federal conspiracy case, where he faces up to 20 years in prison. According to his legal team, the health crisis took priority.

“Pras was unable to attend his scheduled sentencing hearing on Friday due to emergency medical surgery to remove cancer from his colon,” his spokesperson Erica Dumas told Complex in a statement. “We wish him a complete and speedy recovery as he navigates both his legal matters and his health journey.”

Now the sentencing is set for October 3, days before his 53rd birthday.

The Grammy-winning artist was convicted in 2023 on 10 counts tied to a sweeping international conspiracy involving millions in foreign funds. Prosecutors accused him of helping funnel $865,000 into Barack Obama’s 2012 campaign. He later reportedly attempted to persuade the Trump administration to ease off Malaysian financier Jho Low. Low is still wanted for his role in the notorious 1MDB scandal.

Michel has been free on bond while awaiting sentencing. He has fought the conviction aggressively and maintained his innocence. His appeal centers on what he claims was incompetent representation — alleging that his defense attorney relied on artificial intelligence to craft his closing arguments.

READ ALSO: Pras’ Attorney David Kenner Pleads Guilty To Contempt Of Court In Fugees Rapper’s Case

His case even brushed against presidential politics earlier this year, when The Hollywood Reporter revealed that Donald Trump was allegedly considering granting him a pardon. While the former president never publicly addressed the reports, Michel’s team said they were “exploring all available options.”

For now, he recovers from surgery.

Snoop Dogg Rep Say Apology Over LGBTQ Comments Was “Fake”

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Snoop Dogg found himself at the center of online confusion and criticism after a fake Instagram comment circulated in response to his remarks about LGBTQ themes in children’s films.

The Hip-Hop icon came under scrutiny following his appearance on the It’s Giving podcast, where he described feeling uncomfortable watching the 2022 animated movie Lightyear with his grandson.

The film features a same-sex couple raising a child, which prompted questions from the young boy that Snoop admitted he didn’t know how to answer.

“These are kids. We have to show that at this age? They’re going to ask questions. I don’t have the answer,” the 53-year-old said on the podcast. He added that he now feels “scared to go to the movies” out of concern he’ll be put “in the middle of s**t that I don’t have an answer for.”

Over the weekend, a now-deleted comment appeared under a post by Hollywood Unlocked, allegedly showing Snoop Dogg trying to explain himself.

The message read, “I was just caught off guard and had no answer for my grandsons. All my gay friends no what’s up, they been calling me with love. My bad for not knowing the answers for a 6-yr-old. Teach me how to learn. I’m not perfect (sic).”

Snoop Dogg’s representative confirmed the comment was fabricated. The identity of the person behind the impersonation remains unknown.

The fake apology surfaced after entertainer Ts Madison publicly addressed Snoop’s comments, prompting the alleged response. However, the rapper has not made any public apology or further statement since the podcast aired.

Snoop’s original remarks continue to stir debate about LGBTQ representation in children’s media and how public figures navigate those conversations with younger generations.

The podcast episode featuring Snoop’s comments was released last week.