Rapper DMX has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for tax evasion, which is a better deal than what he could have originally been sentenced. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ X took responsibility for his actions Wednesday in an NYC courtroom. He told the judge that he hasn’t been on the right …
Read More »R.Kelly Accused of Training Young Girl to Be His Sex “Pet” Since the Age of 14
The Guardian reports that more sexual misconduct allegations have come to light about R&B hitmaker R. Kelly. After reports in July 2017 surfaced about the singer allegedly running a “sex cult,” where he kept women hostage against their will and controlled their lives, the singer is now being accused of “training” a …
Read More »Baller Alert’s 5 Women You Should Know in Politics
When it comes to politics, it’s not often that we get to see black women in the forefront. But in today’s world, black women are showing out more than ever in the fight for equality. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ From speaking out on racial injustices, police brutality, workplace discrimination, and more, black …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: “Above the Rim” Released 24 Years Ago
24 years ago today, the film “Above the Rim” was released in theaters. The film stars iconic rapper Tupac Shakur, Duane Martin, Leon Robinson, and Marlon Wayans. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Upon its release the film grossed $3,738,800 on its opening weekend. By the end of its run, it grossed a total …
Read More »Artist Fires Back at H&M For Using His Graffiti In Campaign Without His Permission
⠀⠀ A legal battle erupted this week between Jason “REVOK” Williams and H&M concerning the retailer’s unsolicited use of Williams’ art in a recent campaign. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ According to reports, the campaign uses Williams’ graffiti as a backdrop for the photos for their “New Routine” sportswear campaign. The wall that …
Read More »Nick Gordon’s Girlfriend Sends Letter to Judge; Says the Incident Was Her Fault
Despite their recent domestic violence incident, Nick Gordon’s girlfriend has reportedly written a letter to the judge, taking full responsibility for the entire incident.⠀⠀ Laura Leal filed docs in Seminole County, Florida and one of the documents was a letter asking the judge to dismiss the no-contact order. Laura claims …
Read More »Jerhonda Pace Says She Was “Livid” When Outrage Over Harvey Weinstein Surfaced: ‘What about R. Kelly’s victims? What about us?’
You might remember Jerhonda Pace, the young woman who came forward last year with horrific stories of being abused by R&B singer R. Kelly. Well now, Pace is speaking out yet again, to discuss how life has been since the news surfaced. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ When Pace learned of the allegations …
Read More »Suspect Arrested in Theft of Boxer Jermall Charlo’s Louis Vuitton Bag
A woman has been arrested in the alleged jacking boxer Jermall Charlo’s Louis Vuitton bag, filled with $155k worth of cash and jewelry. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ The woman was arrested and charged with grand larceny and criminal possession of stolen property, reports TMZ. The incident occurred early Sunday morning while Charlo …
Read More »Solange Speaks on New Music and How Relationship With Father “Was Not Always Very Good”
After the release of her highly acclaimed album “A Seat at the Table,” Solange recently sat down with Billboard to discuss what she’s been up to since then. Solange revealed that while she is definitely still writing music, she’s “not interested in entertainment at this moment.” ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ “This cycle of …
Read More »T.I. Ends Boycott of Houston’s for Racial Discrimination After Meetings with Execs
T.I. has lifted the boycott on Atlanta restaurant, Houston’s, as he now believes the racial discrimination issues have been resolved. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Sources close to the Atlanta native tell TMZ that Tip has had multiple meetings with execs of the Atlanta establishment since October. It was then that he first spoke …
Read More »“Black Panther” Hits $700 Million Mark
⠀ Looks like “Black Panther” is one step closer to hitting the billion-dollar mark. In its second weekend, “Black Panther” collected almost $108 million in the U.S. and Canada, making the total after only 12 days, $704 million. The movie is doing extremely well considering Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” …
Read More »NYU Issues Apology to Students After Black History Month Menu Includes Watermelon and Kool-Aid
President of New York University, Andrew Hamilton, has issued an apologetic statement to students after controversy transpired at the school concerning their insensitive food choices for one of the dining halls menus for Black History Month. Last week, the dining hall served a menu based on racial stereotypes, which included …
Read More »Meek Mill Granted Post Conviction Hearing
Rapper Meek Mill has officially been granted a post-conviction hearing. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ The same judge who previously sentenced him to two to four years for a probation violation, Judge Genece Brinkley of the Common Pleas Court, has now granted the Philly native a post-conviction hearing due to possible corruption of …
Read More »Tami Roman and Snoop Dogg Join Forces for Late-Night Variety Show
If you follow reality star Tami Roman or hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg on Instagram, then you’re definitely familiar with their videos that deliver some humorous commentary on pop culture topics. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ With Roman’s “Bonnet Chronicles,” she keeps it one hundred, discussing hot topics and current events, all while rocking …
Read More »Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan Looking to Bring The Story of Mansa Musa to Life
With the success of their first three projects: “Fruitvale Station,” “Creed” and “Black Panther”, super Director Ryan Coogler and Hollywood Star Michael B. Jordan are already teaming up for more projects. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ According to multiple reports, the duo is now looking to start a project centered around the life …
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