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Lucki is out of the hospital after being injured in a violent brawl near ComplexCon — and the rapper is already joking about getting his car back. Lucki took to Instagram Monday showing bandages on his face while addressing the chaotic incident that left several people injured. The rapper said he had hundreds of thousands of dollars and his debit cards inside his vehicle, then jokingly asked whether the Los Angeles Police Department was “tryna have some fun” with him. His comments appeared aimed at getting his car returned following the weekend’s violent confrontation. Lucki also admitted he had no…

Chris Brown’s baby mama, Diamond Brown, is asking a court to order the singer to pay roughly $45,000 a month in support for their daughter, Lovely. According to court documents, Diamond says the requested amount is needed to cover expenses for herself and their child, including housing, childcare, education and extracurricular activities. Diamond’s proposed breakdown includes about $23,000 a month for rent and household expenses, while roughly $20,000 would go toward Lovely’s school, medical and extracurricular costs. Her filing lists a lengthy collection of monthly expenses for their daughter. Those include $500 for clothes, $3,500 for childcare, $2,000 for college…

Offset was not exactly keeping his cool at a Paris casino, where the rapper got into a heated confrontation with staff during a high-stakes blackjack session. Video from the casino on the Champs-Élysées shows Offset arguing with employees after becoming frustrated that other players were being allowed to play in what he considered his spot. The rapper made it clear he believed his level of betting should have earned him different treatment. Offset said he was putting down $10,000 and $20,000 at a time, while complaining that other players were being allowed to get involved with hands he considered his.…

Chris Brown’s ex and baby mama, Diamond Brown, has accused the singer of threatening men she has dated since their relationship ended, according to court documents filed amid their ongoing child support and custody dispute. In documents obtained by TMZ, Diamond describes what she calls “disturbing behavior” and alleges that Chris becomes extremely angry when she dates other men. Diamond said the former couple’s relationship ended about two years ago. She claims that despite Chris having moved on and having another child with a different partner, he has continued to react negatively to her relationships. “He has made death threats…

Rapper Lucki was injured during a violent brawl outside Los Angeles’ ComplexCon, with video showing Playboi Carti nearby as the chaotic altercation unfolded. According to law enforcement sources, Lucki was in a parking lot around 4:40 p.m. Saturday, surrounded by fans who were taking photos with him, when an unknown person struck him on the side of the face. The blow caused a laceration. The incident quickly escalated, with multiple videos capturing a fight breaking out in the area. Authorities say another person was seen being stabbed during the chaos. LAPD officers then located two additional injured victims, bringing the…

Kim Kardashian says spending years single after her split from Kanye West turned out to be exactly what she needed — and she wasn’t in any hurry to change it. The SKIMS founder opened up about her dating life in an interview with The Times, revealing that she was “really single for five years,” aside from her relationship with Pete Davidson, after filing for divorce from West in 2021. Rather than viewing the stretch without a relationship as a lonely period, Kardashian said the opposite was true. “I was really single for five years … And that felt great,” she…

Future’s brother FBG Casino has pleaded guilty in his federal fentanyl case after authorities alleged they found 17 kilograms of suspected fentanyl inside an Airbnb they believed was being used as a stash house. FBG Casino, whose real name is Rico Deville Buice, entered a guilty plea Thursday to conspiracy to possess fentanyl with intent to distribute. The plea puts the rapper on track for sentencing, but the potential penalties are severe. According to the plea agreement, the offense carries a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years, while the maximum is life in prison. The agreement also notes a possible…

Megan Thee Stallion is officially letting everyone know that spooky season has arrived — and she’s doing it the same way she has for years: with a giant pumpkin on her head. The rapper brought back her now-recognizable pumpkin-head tradition for October 2026, once again giving fans the Halloween-themed look they have come to associate with the start of spooky season. This year’s version also featured celebrity hairstylist Kellon Deryck, adding another familiar name to Megan’s annual Halloween presentation. The tradition dates back to 2021, when Megan first posted herself wearing an oversized jack-o’-lantern head. The look quickly became a…

The Game’s company is taking aim at UMG and Virgin Music over the marketing rollout for his 2022 album Drillmatic — Heart vs. Mind, alleging that more than $320,000 of a promised promotional budget was never spent. In a new lawsuit obtained by TMZ, 100 Entertainment Inc. claims UMG and Virgin Music agreed to put $500,000 toward marketing and promotion for Drillmatic. The company says the two sides approved a detailed spending plan just days before the album’s release. According to the lawsuit, the budget covered several promotional areas, including music videos, digital advertising, international promotion and $125,000 specifically earmarked…

Rick Ross is back on the outside — and the rapper wasted little time laying out his post-jail plans. Ross walked out of Miami-Dade jail Thursday after his arrest on battery charges, maintaining that he is “totally innocent” of the allegations against him. He then appeared to map out a very Ross-style weekend: Dubai on Friday, Paris on Saturday and rigatoni covered in “heavy marinara” on Sunday. The rapper also took to Instagram after his release, where he shifted from legal trouble to his music and larger-than-life persona. Ross promoted his new music and declared, “I’m bigger than Justin Bieber,”…

Rick Ross learned quickly that his celebrity status carries little weight in Judge Mindy Glazer’s courtroom. The rapper, whose legal name is William Roberts II, appeared before Glazer Thursday following his arrest on battery charges in Miami. During the hearing, his attorney Bradley Horenstein asked whether Ross’ release could be “expedited,” citing his celebrity status and concerns about his safety while in jail. The request did not appear to impress the judge. Glazer told Ross, “I have no idea who you are,” before making it clear that he would be treated the same way as everyone else appearing before her.…

50 Cent is taking aim at Verizon over its STARZ blackout, urging “Power” fans to consider dumping the provider as the companies remain locked in a carriage dispute. The rapper and TV mogul called out Verizon and CEO Dan Schulman on Instagram after Verizon Fios customers lost access to STARZ programming amid stalled negotiations over a new distribution agreement. 50 Cent specifically urged fans, including viewers in New York and New Jersey, to switch providers so they do not miss “Power” and other STARZ programming. The dispute could affect more than just the “Power” universe. STARZ says Verizon customers could…

Rick Ross has been arrested in Miami-Dade County after an ex-girlfriend reported an alleged violent incident involving the rapper. Ross turned himself in to police Thursday morning and is facing charges of felony battery by strangulation and misdemeanor battery. According to law enforcement sources cited in the supplied report, the woman contacted police Tuesday and said the alleged incident happened on August 28 at a home she shared with Ross. She reportedly told authorities that Ross woke her from sleep and confronted her over a photo in which she had been tagged on social media. The woman alleged that the…

Rick Ross and Maybach Music Group are facing a $261,000 lawsuit after two North Carolina concerts connected to the rapper’s Port of Miami anniversary tour were canceled. Omega14 Incorporated filed the lawsuit against Ross, MMG and his touring company over performances scheduled in Greensboro and Charlotte. The shows were part of Ross’ Port of Miami 20th Anniversary Orchestra Tour, which celebrates the 20th anniversary of his 2006 debut album, Port of Miami. According to the complaint, Ross agreed to perform for at least one hour at each North Carolina concert. The agreement allegedly allowed cancellations only in cases involving “severe…

Lil Durk’s separate federal racketeering trial has been pushed back to August 2027, keeping the rapper in federal custody as he awaits another major court proceeding. U.S. District Judge Michael W. Fitzgerald entered the new trial date Wednesday, moving the proceeding from its previously scheduled Oct. 5, 2026 date to Aug. 30, 2027. Durk, whose real name is Durk Banks, remains detained while facing separate federal racketeering and firearms charges. The defense requested the additional time, citing the complexity of the case, the volume of evidence, scheduling conflicts and the need for further investigation and evidence review. Prosecutors did not…

Jadakiss and Hasan Minhaj brought hip-hop, comedy and New York culture together for a Lower Manhattan block party celebrating their new coffee-and-chai collaboration. The rapper and comedian teamed up on Sept. 21 to promote their limited-edition “Instant Classic” bundle, drawing a crowd outside Kolkata Chai Co.’s storefront on Kenmare Street. The gathering featured several familiar names from New York’s hip-hop and entertainment scenes, including Dave East, C.J. Wallace, Jaewon Phillips and comedian Usama Siddique. The collaboration combines Kiss Cafe’s medium-dark Arabica coffee blend with Kolkata Chai’s signature chai concentrate and a handheld frother. For Jadakiss, the project builds on a…

Tinashe is finally getting the kind of recognition she once stopped chasing — and she says it is healing something much deeper than her career. The singer opened up Wednesday about her complicated journey through the music industry, reflecting on years of feeling misunderstood, marginalized and treated as the “butt of the joke” despite her persistence. Her latest album, Popstar, appears to have shifted that narrative. Released Sept. 25, the 16-track project has received widespread critical praise, including a 9.0 rating from Pitchfork, which named it the best pop album of the year. Industry projections also indicate that the album…

Swae Lee is bringing his Mississippi roots, football obsession and signature energy to game day as Crown Royal’s first-ever “Crown Quarterback.” The Grammy-nominated artist has joined the brand’s “Royal Rituals” campaign, returning to Mississippi to spotlight the traditions, food, music and community that surround football weekends in Oxford. For Swae, the partnership was a natural fit. “Being from Mississippi, I was excited to come home and show people what makes Oxford game day so special,” Swae Lee told HOT 97. “I’m a huge football fan, so being part of Crown Royal’s ‘Royal Rituals’ was an easy yes.” The rapper and…

Dwight Howard and Amy Luciani appear to be giving their marriage another shot after months of public drama, divorce filings and relationship turmoil. Luciani confirmed the reconciliation during a recent interview with Atlanta’s Streetz 94.5, where she reflected on the couple’s highly publicized marital problems and her decision to discuss them publicly. The rapper and reality television personality acknowledged that she regretted airing details about her marriage during an emotional moment. “I was wrong for making that video, especially when you end up back with your person,” Luciani said. That comment seemingly confirmed that she and Howard have reunited after…

Lil Wayne may have just taken his relationship with 23-year-old Madi Cannon to the next level — and this time, the rapper was the one putting the engagement rumors on blast. Wayne appeared in a video shared by fellow Hot Boys member B.G. on Monday, Sept. 28, as B.G. celebrated his own engagement to girlfriend Brooke Jones. While congratulating his longtime friend, Wayne suddenly turned the spotlight toward Cannon, who was standing beside him. “I’m marrying this one,” Wayne said. “This is Madison. This is my fiancée.” Cannon also congratulated B.G. and Jones, while Wayne quickly got into wedding-planning mode…