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Will Smith is back, y’all. Whether you’re excited or not the Fresh Prince got something to say. After a 20-year break, he’s finally slapping us with his first album since Lost and Found in 2005.
His new project, Based on a True Story, is set to hit the streets on March 28, and the hype is real. Will took to Instagram to let his fans know, saying, “My new album Based On A True Story drops March 28.… Read more
Ye aka Kanye West shared his willingness to fight ex-wife Kim Kardashian over the trademark for their daughter North West’s name.
On Saturday (March 15), Ye aka Kanye West shared his anger with former wife Kim Kardashian over an issue involving their daughter, North West. He took to social media to detail how Kardashian went ahead to obtain ownershp of any trademarks in a series of posts on X, formerly Twitter, beginning with a post showing a document that stated that the reality star is the “sole and exclusive owner” of trademarks.… Read more
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie clearly has angels looking over him because he recently walked away unharmed from a dangerous accident that left his car totaled.
As spotted on TMZ, the Bronx, New York, rapper should be feeling grateful. On Sunday (March 16), A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie was in a horrible car wreck that looked pretty bad. Footage captured on the scene after the accident shows that the hood of his sportscar was peeled right off.… Read more
Jamie Foxx had some words about the Trump administration’s anti-DEI policies and rhetoric during an interview.
The federal government under President Donald Trump has been virulently against diversity, equity, and inclusion policies (DEI) since he took office. Many are upset and vocal about those attacks, including Academy Award-winning actor Jamie Foxx. Foxx voiced his opinion in an interview with Essence at the purple carpet premiere for a new documentary by Apple+, Number One on The Call Sheet.… Read more
Sean “Diddy” Combs and Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) probably see a lot of themselves in each other these days.
Only one of them is in jail with his freedom on the line, but both have gone from having long careers as the most beloved, influential figures in music to being its most despised. It makes sense that the two would bond, and that’s exactly what happened in a recently leaked phone call between the two artists.… Read more
After a domestic violence-related conviction ended with major hits to his public image and his career, Emmy-nominated actor Jonathan Majors is attempting to take back ownership of his narrative.
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter ahead of his upcoming film Magazine Dreams, Majors reveals he is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse.
“I dealt with sexual abuse from both men and women from the time I was 9. From people who are supposed to look after you, in the absence of a father.… Read more
On Feb. 21, the Hip-Hop world was saddened to learn that the mother of the legendary Notorious B.I.G., Voletta Wallace, had passed away at the age of 78 years old.
Her funeral service was held Wednesday (March 12), at Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel in New York City almost 30 years after it held the service to lay her son, Christopher “Notorious B.I.G.” Wallace, to rest. Many of his Hip-Hop peers showed up to bid Ms.… Read more
Diddy made another court appearance this week. The mogul has pleaded not guilty to two superseding indictments.
As per Vulture, Diddy appeared in federal court Friday (March 14) to hear some updates regarding his sex trafficking case. Additionally, he was formally accused of added charges related to his business practices. Prosecutors allege that he threatened employees with bodily harm if they did not assist in facilitating his supposed trafficking schemes.
They also say his employees would be subjected to hostile work conditions, including very long hours, which afforded them very little sleep.… Read more
The singer battled depression after she was hit with multiple lawsuits in 2023 from former dancers who accused her of sexual harassment and a hostile work environment.
By Elizabeth Ayoola ·
Singer Lizzo had a vulnerable moment on stage during her concert at the Wiltern Theatre in Los Angeles. While talking to the audience, the artist shared that she battled with depression in 2023. While explaining the inspiration behind her upcoming album, Love in Real Life, the singer said,
“I named it that because about a year and a half ago — it’s so hard for me to talk about — I was in such a dark, deep depression,” she told the crowd.… Read more
Uncle Sam is collecting on 6ix9ine’s unpaid tax debt. The IRS has sold his jewelry and more of his personal items at auction for over $500,000.
As per Complex the rapper turned federal informant had many of his prized possessions seized by the government back in April of 2024. According to the agency a raid was exercised on 6ix9ine’s Lake Worth, Florida home for “nonpayment of internal revenue taxes.” During the visit agents took several high ticket items including his diamond jewelry, luxury automobiles, record plaques and more.… Read more
