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Waka Flocka vs. Flared Pants: DDG Ain’t Here For The Fashion Police

Ding ding ding, a new rap beef might’ve just kicked off after DDG went off on Waka Flocka Flame during an Instagram Live.

The drama started when Waka dropped a couple comments under DDG’s IG posts that rubbed him the wrong way. One of the posts showed DDG in Tokyo rockin’ some wild oversized flared pants, and Waka jumped in the comments saying, “WTF you doin lil bra.” DDG wasn’t feelin’ it at all. “That boy Waka Flocka low-key on dck, that sht be pissing me off,” he said on Live.… Read more

Shannon Sharpe Accused Of Rape In $50M Lawsuit

According to Variety, Sharpe has been accused in Nevada state court of assault, sexual assault, battery, and sexual battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

The woman, only identified as Jane Doe — who was 30 years younger than him— says the relationship lasted about two years and was “rocky” yet “consensual.”

The complaint alleges that Sharpe recorded the two having sex and later showed it to other people without getting her permission first.

Last September, Sharpe went viral for accidentally going live on Instagram while his followers could hear him having sex in the background.… Read more

Brick By Brick: Revisiting The Best Scenes From John Singleton’s Legendary Series ‘Snowfall’

It’s been two years since FX’s legendary series Snowfall came to a conclusion. Now that we’ve had ample amount of time to digest the final season (and the shocking series finale), we have to appreciate the show’s legacy with a special gallery. Continue reading to check out our favorite scenes from the crime drama series.

Over the course of six incredibly successful seasons (set between the years 1983 and 1990), the series follows budding drug-dealer Franklin Saint as he navigates selling crack cocaine during the 1980s crack epidemic in South Central Los Angeles.… Read more

Karmelo Anthony, Family Move After Repeated Harassment At Their Home

Karmelo Anthony has been evacuated from his home and moved to an undisclosed location for his protection due to repeated and escalating threats, harassment, and intimidation tactics his family faces at their residence.

In a press release sent to NewsOne on Monday, the Next Generation Action Network (NGAN) said it was “gravely concerned” because over the last few days, the family has received an increased number of “death threats, continued harassment, and physical intimidation targeted at the family’s home.”… Read more

Cassie Says Diddy’s Pressing For Her Memoir and Money Statements

Cassie is clapping back at Diddy in court, accusing him of overstepping with a subpoena that’s digging way too deep into her personal business.

According to new legal documents obtained by TMZ, Cassie is asking a judge to shut down a subpoena she says was served by Diddy’s legal team on March 19. The Bad Boy tainted mogul is reportedly demanding that Cassie turn over a wide range of personal material, including any and all draft memoirs, autobiographies, journals, diaries, or written notes.… Read more

NYT Bestseller Kennedy Ryan Wants Every Black Woman To See Themselves As The Main Character In Their Happily Ever After

My gateway drug into romance writer Kennedy Ryan’s creative world came via one of the author’s first published works: Until I’m Yours. The book and series are unique amid Ryan’s portfolio that features the voices and lives of Black women — Until I’m Yours (Book 4 in the “Bennett” series) follows a blonde hair, green-eyed protagonist named Sophie who is the heir to her father’s empire, a model, a lifestyle Guru (think fictional GOOP), and a certified b*tch.… Read more

Chilli From TLC Co-Signs Christian R&B Artist Jor’Dan Armstrong

As part of TLC alongside T-Boz and the late Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes, Chilli helped shape the sound of an era with hits like “No Scrubs,” “Waterfalls,” and “Creep.” The group is one of the best-selling girl groups of all time, known for blending R&B, hip-hop, and pop with powerful messages about love, independence, and self-worth. Beyond her musical success, Chilli has remained active in entertainment and continues to influence a new generation of artists.

While visiting the Hip-Hop Wired offices, Chilli was introduced to Christian R&B artist Jor’Dan Armstrong’s music and heard his track “My God.”… Read more

Torrei Hart Launches New Podcast On The Urban One Podcast Network

The Urban One Podcast Network is thrilled to welcome comedian, actress, and entrepreneur Torrei Hart with the launch of her new show, Brutally Honest with Torrei Hart. This bold and unfiltered podcast brings Hart’s signature humor and candidness to the forefront, offering listeners engaging conversations that resonate across cultural lines.​

About the Podcast

Brutally Honest with Torrei Hart is a comedy interview podcast that breaks through the noise with fearless and refreshingly authentic discussions. Each episode features studio interviews with a diverse lineup of guests, including entertainers, comedians, authors, community and religious leaders, and other newsmakers.… Read more

Diddy Adds Young Thug’s Lawyer To His Legal Team

Brian Steel, the high-profile attorney best known for representing rapper Young Thug, is now joining the legal defense team for Sean “Diddy” Combs.

According to a new court filing shared by legal journalist Meghann Cuniff on Tuesday, Steel submitted a motion to officially appear as counsel for Diddy. This development arrives just one day after the 55-year-old music mogul pleaded not guilty to serious federal charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking, during a hearing before U.S.… Read more

No Scrubs, Just Legends: TLC’s Remarkable Story Of Sisterhood Will Be Told In Upcoming ‘CrazySexyCool – The Musical’

Tionne “T-Boz” Wakins, Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes, and Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas, better known as TLC, shaped the sound of the ’90s and changed what it meant to be women in the music industry. Now, the story of the Grammy Award-winning trio will make its way to stages across the country. Produced by Bill Diggins’ Diggit Theatrical Group, CrazySexyCool – The Musical will celebrate the most successful female group of all time. Tony Award-nominated Stephen Gabriel serves as executive producer.… Read more