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John Legend producing Bernie Mac biopic

John Legend producing Bernie Mac biopic

It’s been almost 13 years since The Original Kings of Comedy star Bernie Mac died on Aug. 9, 2008, from complications of pneumonia as he battled the inflammatory cells disease sarcoidosis. While his timeless material still keeps people in stitches so he’ll never be forgotten, his life story is in the works to hit the…MORE

Digital Underground’s Shock G died of accidental overdose

Digital Underground’s Shock G died of accidental overdose

The hip-hop icon passed away in April at age 57 from an accidental overdose of fentanyl, ethanol (alcohol), and methamphetamine. Digital Underground’s Shock G died of an accidental drug overdose, according to the Hillsborough County Medical Examiner in Florida. The hip hop icon passed away in April at age 57 from an accidental overdose of…MORE

LeBron James will reportedly change jersey number next season

LeBron James will reportedly change jersey number next season

The baller’s jersey number will reportedly switch from No. 23 to No. 6 for the upcoming season. LeBron James’ fans who favor the baller’s current jersey number may have to see him sporting another digit in the 2021-2022 season. According to The Athletic, the Lakers star will be switching from No. 23 to No. 6,…MORE

Eve and Trina to go head-to-head in next Verzuz battle

Eve and Trina to go head-to-head in next Verzuz battle

It’s official! The Ruff Ryders’ first lady and the baddest are duking it out in the next Verzuz. Attention all Verzuz fans! If you’re thinking that the digital music series is starting to cool down before summer reaches, guess again. On Wednesday (June 9), the program’s official social media accounts revealed that the next exciting…MORE

Snoop Dogg appoints wife Shante Broadus as his new manager

Snoop Dogg appoints wife Shante Broadus as his new manager

Shante will use her expertise to expand her husband’s existing ventures, as well as grow any upcoming partnerships that he may have in the works. Snoop Dogg has appointed his wife Shante Broadus to his executive team as his official manager. According to an official press release, Shante will use her expertise to expand her…MORE

Swizz Beatz, Timbaland and D-Nice Will Receive ASCAP Voice Of The Culture Award

Swizz Beatz, Timbaland and D-Nice Will Receive ASCAP Voice Of The Culture Award

THE 2021 ASCAP RHYTHM & SOUL AWARDS AIRS ON JUNE 22 We love to see table shakers and culture shifters get their flowers, and that’s exactly what ASCAP is doing for these three award-winning producers and songwriters. On June 22, Swizz Beatz, Timbaland, and D-Nice will be honored with the ASCAP Voice of the Culture…MORE

Pharrell Gives Back To His Home State By Opening Multiple Private Schools In Virginia

Pharrell Gives Back To His Home State By Opening Multiple Private Schools In Virginia

Virginia native Pharrell Williams is doing his part to make sure low-income families are “happy” with their education goals. The musician/entrepreneur is launching a private school for those who can’t afford to send their children to a regular private school. Williams is doing this through his non-profit initiative, Yellow, a 501(C)(3) non-profit established by the…MORE

Taraji P. Henson to Play Miss Hannigan In ‘Annie Live’

Taraji P. Henson to Play Miss Hannigan In ‘Annie Live’

In her acting career, Taraji P. Henson is known to play some beloved and funny characters in many of her films and TV shows. One thing many of her roles have in common is their fierce persona. Now Henson will get to bring that same energy into a different kind of role. It was announced…MORE

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SUPER BOWL HALFTIME PERFORMANCE RUMORS

SUPER BOWL HALFTIME PERFORMANCE RUMORS

We’re starting to hear loud rumblings about next year’s Super Bowl halftime show performer. The rumor going around is that Jay-Z will take the stage during the big game in San Francisco on February 8th, 2026. While we’re unable to confirm or deny at this point, it almost seemed inevitable that Hov would headline at…

PROSECUTION AND DEFENSE HAS RESTED IN DIDDY CASE

PROSECUTION AND DEFENSE HAS RESTED IN DIDDY CASE

On Tuesday, both the prosecution and defense rested their cases in the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial. The prosecution finished presenting evidence, wrapping up nearly six weeks of testimony, videos, pictures, and documents. On the same day, Diddy’s defense team brought no witnesses to the stand and presented several pieces of evidence in the case. The…

SNOOP DOGG’S BIOPIC COMING TO THE BIG SCREEN

SNOOP DOGG’S BIOPIC COMING TO THE BIG SCREEN

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…

SNOOP AND NBC

SNOOP AND NBC

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…