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 »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 »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 »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 …
Read More »O.J. Simpson “Naked Gun” Chair Could Be Yours for $1,500
O.J. Simpson’s set chair from “Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult” is now up for auction for $1,495. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ The owner of the memorabilia told TMZ that he originally purchased the chair for $500 in the early 2000s. The chair is said to be the one that the …
Read More »That’s Baller: 1961 Limited Edition Aston Martin Worth $20.1 Million is Heading to the Auction
As the most expensive British motor vehicle, it’s no surprise that an extremely rare, limited edition 1961 DB4GT Zagato Aston Martin, worth $20.1 Million, is now being auctioned off. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ The luxury vehicle is reportedly heading to an auction room in Paris. However, whoever wants this vehicle is not …
Read More »Petition Asks Marvel to Invest 25% of “Black Panther” Profits into the Black Community
As one of the most highly anticipated films of the year, “Black Panther” is expected to break some box office records and bring in millions. But now a petition has begun to have part of the profits be invested in the Black community. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ A petition on Change.org is …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Today in Hip-Hop: 15th Anniversary of 50 Cent’s ‘Get Rich or Die Tryin’’
15 years ago today, 50 Cent released his debut studio album ‘Get Rich or Die Tryin’’ on Shady Records, Aftermath Entertainment, Interscope Records and Universal Music Group. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Featuring production from two hip-hop heavy hitters, Dr. Dre and Eminem, the album was a well-developed body of work that encompassed …
Read More »Ava DuVernay Working on Racial Drama Pilot for CBS
⠀ One thing Ava DuVernay doesn’t stop doing is working. As the award-winning writer and director prepares for the release of her new film, “Disney’s A Wrinkle In Time”, and begins production for her hit show “Queen Sugar”, DuVernay is also working on another project for CBS. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ According …
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