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Def Jam allegedly shelled out much more than $35,000 for DMX’s funeral, which was initially reported. Instead, those close to the label say that the final bill was nearly $300,000. TMZ initially reported that probate records showed the cost of the service to be a little over $35,000, which included …

Updated 06-22-2021 Earlier reports noted that Def Jam shelled out more than $35K for DMX‘s star-studded memorial service, however sources close to the situation revealed the late rapper’s record label actually dished out much more. In addition to funeral home expenses, the label covered renting out Barclays Center, plus production …

The battle over the late rapper DMX’s estate has begun, and things may turn ugly. According to an exclusive report by Page Six, DMX’s fiancée Desiree Lindstrom recently applied to the court to be legally declared DMX’s “common-law wife.” However, a judge denied her request. Had Lindstrom been granted her …

During the most recent episode of LeBron James’ HBO series The Shop, Jay-Z discussed the late DMX’s unparalleled stage presence. Jay-Z said at one time he had been scheduled to perform right after X finished and became increasingly aware that the Ruff Ryder would be a tough act to follow. ”X is about …

Swizz Beatz got the approval from DMX’s family for the late rapper’s posthumous album, “Exodus” coming out on May 28th. A source told Page Six, X’s longtime friend and producer said he played all the tracks for the rapper’s eldest son Xavier to get his approval. Swizz held a listening session for …

DMX’s posthumous album “Exodus” will reportedly feature Jay-Z and Nas on the same track. On Thursday, Swizz Beatz and X’s team conducted a virtual listening party for the project with several DJs and other industry members, which gave an insight into the long-awaited album that DMX was working on before …

DMX’s final interview, “DMX Uncensored,” is set to air on TV One. The posthumous release will detail his therapy session where he reconciled with his mother. In the late Yonkers rapper’s interview, he spoke about healing his relationship with his mother after the two reunited on an episode of Couples …

During a recent sit down with Angie Martinez, mega-producer Swizz Beatz revealed why he chose to call out DMX fake friends during X’s funeral service. The Verzuz cofounder called out those who failed to attend his friend’s home going, saying, “From the fans’ standpoint, X got a lot of love. It’s …

Irv Gotti has issued a heartfelt apology for “talking out of turn” during an interview with Chicago’s 107.5 WGCI and speaking on the rumored cause of DMX’s death. In the wake of the backlash from that interview,  Gotti, who was responsible for signing DMX to Def Jam in the late 1990s, posted …

50 Cent always speaks his mind. This time he called out DMX’s former business partner and record executive Irv Gotti on social media for claiming the late rapper overdosed on crack mixed with fentanyl before his untimely death. 50 called Gotti an “Idiot” and if that’s not enough, DMX’s close …

The State of New York has designated December 18 as “Earl “DMX” Simmons Day.” The day honors the late’s rapper’s birthday. Cultural activist Priscilla Echi announced the news at his memorial service on Saturday, saying, “his lyrics were rapped on the Senate floor by Senator Jamar Bailey who introduced a …

Kanye West is pulling through for the late rapper DMX and his family. The Yeezy mogul has a seven-figure gift for the man’s family, which comes from the custom DMX T-shirt designed by Balenciaga and commissioned by Ye’s brand, a source told TMZ. The shirts went on sale Saturday, the …

While the entire Hip Hop world is still mourning the death of Rapper DMX, Irv Gotti revealed in a recent interview with The WGCI Morning Show that DMX had covid-19. During the start of the clip, Kendra G asked Irv where he was when he got the news about DMX. …

The official memorial services have been announced for Earl “DMX” Simmons, the iconic rapper and performer. The service will be held on Saturday, April 24 at 4 p.m. ET, followed by a Homegoing Celebration on Sunday, April 25 at 2:30 p.m. ET. Both memorials will be live-streamed for the general …

DMX’s fiancee, Desiree Lindstrom, is mourning the loss of the late rapper. She posted a touching tribute to X on Instagram Saturday, marking the first time she has spoken out since his death. “The first night we met and you held me close. I knew I would never let go. …

As we continue to mourn the death of rapper DMX, it’s enlightening to know that a premier entertainment venue shares the same feelings. The Barclays Center will honor the late legendary rapper with a memorial which will be held Saturday, April 24, the rapper’s former manager Steve Rifkand told TMZ. …

A week after the untimely passing of rapper and actor DMX, a new song from the soundtrack of the Epix series “Godfather of Harlem” featuring the hip-hop star has been posthumously released. Epic Records released the song entitled “Been to War” featuring DMX, Swizz Beatz and French Montana today. The …

Since the news of DMX being hospitalized broke, rumors and misinformation have spread like wildfire across the internet. Now, his family is speaking out to set the record straight. In the statement released on Monday, they began by slamming rumors that DMX’s masters had been sold. Since his death, rumors …

On her 50th birthday, DMX’s ex-wife, Tashera Simmons, remembers her best friend one day after his death. In an emotional Instagram tribute, Simmons reflected on her life thus far as well as the time she spent married to the late rapper. The post itself was a montage of images of …

The city of Yonkers, NY, could soon have a statue or a street named in honor of DMX and is inviting the late rapper’s family to hold his memorial service there if they so choose. According to TMZ, DMX’s family has already begun the process of planning a private and …