The disgraced singer is facing 10 years to life in prison but is now getting help from someone experienced in a similar legal area.Embattled R&B singer R. Kelly, who was convicted on charges of sex trafficking racketeering last month is trying to fight his way out of prison and he has reportedly got help from…… MORE
Ronnie Wilson, the older brother of Charlie Wilson and one-third of the legendary Gap Band, has passed away.According to TMZ, Wilson passed away at his home in Tulsa, Oklahoma on Tuesday (November 2). His wife Linda Boulware-Wilson said Wilson passed away peacefully as he held her hand before he drew his final breath.Ronnie Wilson suffered…… MORE
Fetty Wap may not have the cooked pies in the kitchen but the feds say he was slinging them.The 30-year-old New Jersey rapper was busted for his alleged role in a bicoastal opioid drug ring based out of Long Island, law enforcement said Friday.The “Trap Queen” artist — who brags in his 2014 hit song…… MORE
R&B songstress Chante Moore and former BET executive Stephen G. Hill have announced their engagement.The singer went public with their relationship while on baecation with Hill, who celebrated his 60 birthday on Tuesday (Oct. 26). Both shared the same photo on their Instagram accounts, showing them cozied up on a boat watching the sunset over…… MORE
The organization’s leader is “taking steps to protect our brand.”Alpha Kappa Alpha’s director is reportedly seeking legal action against Insecure after the series season debut featured characters wearing clothes featuring the sorority’s logo and colors.The fifth season premiere episode of the hit HBO series sparked backlash from members of the AKA on Twitter, who tweeted…… MORE
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Ice Cube will be missing out on a $9 million dollar payday thanks to his decision to curve getting vaccinated. Cube, born O’Shea Jackson, would have been starring opposite Jack Black.Reportedly, Black and Cube partnered on the project back in June with filming to down over the winter in Hawaii.…… MORE
Shaquille O’Neal believes in working hard for your money — even when it comes to his six kids.The Basketball Hall of Famer, during an appearance on the “Earn Your Leisure” podcast, said his kids don’t get a free pass just because their dad is rich and famous.“My kids are older now. They kinda upset with…… MORE
A new face will be joining Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Clark Atlanta University to inspire the next generation of Black entrepreneurs. Hollywood veteran Keshia Knight Pulliam — most recognized for her roles on “The Cosby Show” and “Tyler Perry House of Payne” — will become the newest partner of Now and Later® candy…… MORE
Tammy Rivera, one of the stars of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, shared a series of videos in which she alleges an employee at an Atlanta-area CVS followed her throughout the store, racially profiling her. The videos were reposted by The Shade Room, and Rivera — the wife of rapper Waka Flocka Flame — was…… MORE
The Houston rapper posted a few photos on Instagram of her graduation cap.It’s a smart girl fall, y’all. Megan Thee Stallion is about to graduate from Texas Southern University. She posted on Instagram posing with a glittered graduation cap, emblazoned with the phrase, “Real Hot Girl Sh*t.” CARTI PARTY: Houston fans blame long lines, a…… MORE
Snoop Dogg, the West Coast rap icon turned cultural mainstay, is officially bringing his life story to the big screen. Read more about Snoop’s upcoming biopic, film and TV deal with Universal inside. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Doggfather has signed a multi-year first-look deal with NBCUniversal through his Death Row Pictures banner, solidifying a…
NBC is going from being the Peacock network to the Canine network after inking a new deal with Snoop Dogg. Snoop’s Death Row Pictures has inked a multi-year creative partnership with NBC Universal. Part of the deal will bring him back to The Voice next season, and he’ll continue his cross-platform appearances, like he did…
Shannon Sharpe is being accused of sexual assault and battery. A civil lawsuit filed in Nevada by Jane Doe says she and Sharpe were in a “rocky consensual relationship” for almost two years. The woman claims that Sharpe recorded their sexual relations without her permission. Jane Doe said the infamous live stream where Sharpe allegedly…
SZA‘s new business venture is Not Beauty — literally. She just launched a new cosmetic line under the label. Fans at Grand National Tour stops this weekend were the first to get their hands on products from the new line. The initial offering includes a trio of lip glosses, called In the Flesh, Strawberry Jelly and Quartz,…