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Diddy’s Prison Routine: Massages, Hennessy, Netflix, And Cleaners
Diddy‘s time in prison is reportedly marked by luxuries uncommon to most inmates. According to NBC News, which interviewed several former co-detainees of Sean Combs
Quavo Previews New Album “Qrömelife”
Quavo, after a summer filled with hints, has announced the title and release date for his third studio album, with Pharrell Williams serving as executive
Remy Ma Takes Shot At Nicki Minaj On “Alimony” EP
Remy Ma‘s new EP, “Alimony,” was released on September 25. Hailing from the Bronx, she showcases her lyrical prowess in the standout track “Rem the
Quando Rondo Addresses Jail Rumors
Over the weekend, speculation surfaced online suggesting that Quando Rondo had been taken back into custody. However, the rapper quickly dispelled these rumors, stating there
Drake Officially Releases “FOMO” Short Film In Its Entirety
Don’t worry — Drake has re-uploaded “FOMO” to his YouTube channel. Initially taken down after its premiere on September 15, the short film became available
Yella Beezy’s Mo3 Murder Trial Postponed
Yella Beezy’s trial related to the murder of Mo3 has been rescheduled for October. Originally, jury selection was to begin on Monday, September 14, but
J. Cole Expresses Gratitude For Jay-Z’s Timing In His Career
J. Cole shared his gratitude for Jay-Z not launching his career too early during a recent appearance on the “No Bars Off” podcast, airing in
Yeat Targets Travis Scott In New Diss Track “On Nothing”
Once collaborators on the track “Eaters” from “Slime Language 3”, Yeat and Travis Scott have seen tensions rise following the controversial removal of Yeat’s verse
50 Cent Recalls Angering Jay-Z During Commercial Shoot
50 Cent remembers a time when he apparently upset Jay-Z during the filming of a Reebok commercial back in 2003. The relationship between the two
Witnesses For Lil Durk’s Defense Testify
In court, several individuals testified in support of Lil Durk‘s defense, including OTF Jam’s wife and his former girlfriend. The jury also viewed Durk’s FBI
6ix9ine Mocks Lil Durk Amid Courtroom Mentions
The tension between Lil Durk and 6ix9ine has been longstanding. When 6ix9ine faced his RICO charges, Durk didn’t hold back, labeling him a “rat.” Now,
BigXThaPlug Pleads Guilty To Gun Charge
BigXThaPlug has made a name for himself at the intersection of hip-hop and country music, gaining popularity as one of its leading figures. However, his
Keith Jones States Lil Durk Never Paid Him For Quando Rondo Shooting
Keith Jones, known as Flacka, revealed in court that Lil Durk never compensated him for his involvement in the planned attack on Quando Rondo. This
Hip-Hop Community Stands By Lil Durk In and Outside The Courtroom
Last week, numerous hip-hop artists have rallied around Lil Durk during his murder-for-hire trial, both inside the courtroom and beyond its walls. Their support has
Kehlani Admitted To Hospital Due To Severe Pain
Kehlani is temporarily halting her global tour to prioritize her health. The Grammy-winning artist shared on social media that she will be canceling her upcoming
Eminem Reveals Touching Letter From Dolly Parton
Although Eminem and Dolly Parton never crossed paths in person, they held a deep respect for each other’s artistic talents. After Parton’s passing on August
Sada Baby Receives Six-Month Probation In Drug Case
A Michigan drug case, initiated by a traffic stop last year, has concluded, sparing Sada Baby additional jail time. On August 20, the Detroit rapper
50 Cent Dismisses Diddy’s “The Reckoning” Lawsuit
Before “Sean Combs: The Reckoning” had a chance to stream on Netflix, the accusations from Diddy have escalated into a legal battle. Diddy has accused
Jury Selection Underway In Lil Durk Murder-For-Hire Trial
Jury selection for Lil Durk‘s murder-for-hire trial has commenced, nearly two years after his arrest for an alleged plot targeting Quando Rondo, which resulted in
Blueface And Chrisean Rock Reportedly Involved In Shootout
Blueface and Chrisean Rock captured headlines over the weekend during Nevaeh’s baby shower celebration. Without Blueface’s pregnant girlfriend knowing, Chrisean was invited, leading to a
YoungBoy Never Broke Again Speaks Out On His Marriage Drama
YoungBoy Never Broke Again may be suggesting a split from his wife. On August 17th, YB posted on his Instagram Story, hinting at a potential
Teen Involved In Pop Smoke’s Murder Sentenced For Fentanyl Smuggling
Deijae Jester, one of the individuals convicted for Pop Smoke‘s murder, has received a four-year prison sentence for smuggling fentanyl into a Los Angeles County
Doja Cat Calls Tyga “A Penis” For AI Album
Tyga’s return to music isn’t unfolding as planned. Inspired by Fenix Flexin’s “Rubberz,” which reportedly includes AI-generated content, Tyga also explored this innovative path with
Ray J’s Defamation Lawsuit Against Kim Kardashian And Kris Jenner Dismissed
Ray J has faced a significant setback in his legal conflict with Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner. A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge has
YoungBoy Never Broke Again Shares Heart Diagnosis After Doctor Alarm
YoungBoy Never Broke Again disclosed that a doctor informed him about having a swollen heart. On August 9, Funny Marco released a teaser from his
Megan Thee Stallion Hints At New “Act III” Album
Megan Thee Stallion is stepping into a fresh chapter. The Houston star hinted at her forthcoming album, “Act III”, with an intriguing Instagram update on
Megan Thee Stallion Must Face Trial Over Alleged Car-Sex Incident
Megan Thee Stallion is set to go to trial as a result of a lawsuit filed by her former photographer, who alleges harassment and unpaid
Future Heads To Tokyo For “No Misery” Video
Future takes center stage in the vibrant streets of Tokyo, yet remains haunted by the memories of a past romance in his dynamic “No Misery”
Pooh Shiesty Announces “All Eyes On Shiest” Album
Pooh Shiesty has unveiled plans for a surprise album release this week, alongside the debut of his new single, “Last Man Breathin.” On August 5,
Keefe D Denied Request To Post Bail Ahead Of 2Pac Trial
Keefe D’s trial related to the murder of Tupac Shakur is approaching, but the outlook for him appears challenging. In recent weeks, various updates have
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