Judge Rejects Pras Michel’s Bid to Avoid Prison Time, But Gives Rapper Small Break
Fugees rapper Pras Michel lost his bid to stay free during the appeal but won a two-month delay before reporting to prison.
BREAKING: John Forté Dead At 50 In Martha’s Vineyard
John Forté built his life around music and family before dying suddenly at his Martha’s Vineyard home on Monday at age 50. Forté had been taking medication to control seizures after suffering a serious health setback one year ago that required hospitalization. Family friends confirmed that he had been managing the condition with medication since […]
EXCLUSIVE: Feds Say Pras Has Plenty Of Time To Appeal Sentence – From Prison Cell
Pras Michel faces immediate prison after prosecutors pushed to lock him up despite his appeal, rejecting bail claims tied to his 14-year influence conviction.
Pras Michel Appeals 14-Year Prison Sentence Through DC Circuit Court
Pras Michel formally appealed his 14-year sentence for foreign lobbying and money laundering in an attempt to get out of prison.
EXCLUSIVE: Pras Michel Hit With More Strict Conditions When He’s Out Of Prison
Pras Michel’s legal nightmare continues with three years of federal supervision awaiting him after his 14-year prison sentence ends.
Fugees’ Pras Michél Hit With 14-Year Federal Sentence In Foreign Lobbying Case
Pras Michél begins a hard legal chapter after receiving a 14-year sentence tied to foreign political influence and decades of mounting federal pressure.
EXCLUSIVE: Swizz Beatz Denies $7M 1MDB Fraud As Pras Faces 20 Years
Swizz Beatz argues $7.3 million tied to Jho Low’s 1MDB network was legitimate business income from music ventures, while Fugees star Pras faces nearly 20 years in prison.
Pras Ordered To Forfeit $64M Amidst Cancer Battle
Pras Michel was ordered to forfeit $64 million linked to the 1MDB scandal while recovering from colon cancer surgery.
EXCLUSIVE: Swizz Beatz Dragged Deeper Into $7 Million Jho Low 1MDB Billion Dollar Scandal
Swizz Beatz was ordered to remain in a $7.3 million lawsuit involving alleged transfers from fugitive financier Jho Low.
Fugees MC Pras’ Sentencing Delayed After Emergency Cancer Battle
Pras Michel’s sentencing was postponed after emergency colon cancer surgery, pushing his high-stakes federal case into October.
Fans Drag Lauryn Hill For Late Essence Festival Set – But Sources Blame Organizers
Lauryn Hill’s late-night Essence Festival set drew backlash online, though insiders say the real issue was poor planning by event organizers.
Pras Michel Pleads For Donald Trump’s Mercy After Conviction
Pras Michel is looking toward President Trump and the Oval Office for relief from his recent conviction in a foreign influence scheme.
EXCLUSIVE: Government Seeking $64M From Fugees’ Pras After Conviction
Federal prosecutors are pursuing a $64 million forfeiture case against Fugees rapper Pras Michel, citing illicit foreign lobbying and financial fraud.
Pras Sues “Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing” Lauryn Hill Over Failed Fugees Reunion Tour
Pras accused fellow Fugees member Lauryn Hill of taking advantage of him when the group reunited for a tour.
EXCLUSIVE: Pras Loses Bid For New Trial After Diddy Song Blunder Ruled Inconsequential
Pras lost his attempt to get a new retrial using Diddy after being convicted in a high stakes trial.
Fugees Reunion Album In The Works?
The Fugees haven’t recorded an album together since 1996’s “The Score.”
Lauryn Hill Surprises Fans At Son YG Marley’s Coachella Set With Mini Fugees Reunion
YG Marley paid tribute to his grandfather Bob Marley before bringing out his mother Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean and Busta Rhymes.
Pras Suffers Another Legal Defeat But Still Has Hope For New Trial
Pras was convicted of conspiracy and witness tampering, among other charges, for his role in an illegal foreign influence scheme.
Pras’ Attorney David Kenner Pleads Guilty To Contempt Of Court In Fugees Rapper’s Case
The attorney, who once repped Suge Knight and Death Row Records, stands accused of leaking confidential federal grand jury files to two reporters in 2023.