R. Kelly Speaks On Diddy, Jerrod Carmichael Admits His Crush On A Famous Rapper, Theory On Why Chance The Rapper is Getting a Divorce, and More Entertainment News
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Even though he’s currently locked up, R.Kelly is sharing his thoughts about Diddy and the federal sex trafficking investigation.
Speaking to Wack 100 in a phone call interview last week ( per audio footage that was recently made public), Kelly revealed that he didn’t believe any of the allegations lobbed against the Bad Boy mogul. He also condemned those making fun of the situation, and warned that those very same people could find themselves in peril of their own soon. - Shanelle Genai Read More
While things have legally been settled as it relates to Tiffany Haddish’s latest legal issues involving DUIs, the “Girls Trip” star is steal dealing with some form of an aftermath. - Shanelle Genai Read More
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We expected things to get awkward on Jerrod Carmichael’s new HBO series, but we were not ready for how much of his personal business the comedian put out there. In the premiere episode of “Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show,” the comedian wasted no time diving into his romantic life by detailing his extremely awkward experience with unrequited love. - Stephanie Holland Read More
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Following the raids of his Los Angeles and Miami properties by Homeland Security agents last week, the spotlight has become a bit brighter for Sean “Diddy” Combs as well as his associates. - Candace McDuffie Read More
Name one singer in the history of Country music that Black folks embrace more than Dolly Parton. I’ll wait.
The Tennessee-born living legend has spent a nearly 60-year career racking up timeless hits and endearing herself to folks who adore her tunes and her trademark sass. She also deserves props for her philanthropic work and her overt appreciation for Black folks, which seems counterintuitive coming from a white Country star born in the mid-20th century deep south. - Dustin J. Seibert Read More
Sean “Diddy” Combs has a roster full of celebrity friends, but they’ve been noticeably quiet as his legal troubles have mounted. Whether they condemn him or support him, it’s been interesting to see how quickly the A-list has made him persona non grata. Of course, the lack of statements from major stars doesn’t mean he’s completely without supporters. 2 Live Crew frontman Luther “Uncle Luke” Campbell, has been vocal in his belief about who’s really behind Diddy’s downfall. - Stephanie Holland Read More
It’s always interesting when two very public people announce in a very public way that they are breaking up, and then ask the public for “privacy and respect” during the whole ordeal. - Emell Adolphus Read More
Though it’s only been a few days since Beyoncé’ ushered us all into her #YeeHawEra with her latest country-inspired album, “Cowboy Carter,” it seems one song is already causing trouble at the saloon. - Shanelle Genai Read More
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Rodriguez stars in the AppleTV+ hit comedy alongside Maya Rudolph. She also geeked out on Marvel superheroes and her upcoming music.
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The seventh and final season of the CBS police drama is based in Mexico City, and Moore has a lot to say about what audiences can expect from the show.