Author: Wamala

Jodeci’s Mr. Dalvin is asking fans to keep TLC star T-Boz in their prayers after the singer recently missed a performance because of a reported sickle cell flare-up. Dalvin DeGrate, who has known Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins since the 1990s, shared an emotional message for his longtime friend Tuesday, asking his followers to pray for her recovery. “I’m asking you, everybody, under the sound of my voice, to ask God to touch her and heal her, that she may have a speedy recovery,” DeGrate said in an Instagram video. He also asked fans to send Watkins strength and peace as she…

Issa Rae and the core cast of HBO’s “Insecure” have canceled almost the entire 10th anniversary tour, leaving fans with just one remaining date. Rae announced the news in a comedic video posted to her HOORAE Instagram account, revealing that 12 of the planned 13 cities have been scrapped because of scheduling conflicts involving the show’s stars. The tour was originally scheduled to begin Sept. 10 in Philadelphia and promised fans an intimate celebration of the beloved comedy-drama, including candid conversations and previously untold stories from the cast and creative team. Planned stops included Washington, D.C., Detroit, Boston, Brooklyn, Chicago,…

Jalen Brunson may have helped bring an NBA championship back to New York, but he has no interest in wearing the city’s crown. The New York Knicks star is firmly rejecting the “King of New York” title that city officials recently bestowed upon him following the franchise’s historic championship run. Appearing on the “Road Trippin’” podcast with Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye and Kendrick Perkins, Brunson addressed the growing buzz around his status in New York — and made one thing clear. “I’ve never called myself the king of New York. I will never call myself the king of New York,”…

The NBA has handed the Los Angeles Clippers the largest punishment in league history following a year-long investigation into the team’s dealings involving Kawhi Leonard. The league found that the Clippers circumvented NBA salary cap rules to provide millions of dollars to Leonard through off-court income opportunities. The punishment is massive: The Clippers will forfeit their next five first-round draft picks, in 2029, 2030, 2031, 2032 and 2033. Team owner Steve Ballmer was also fined $30 million and suspended for one year for “knowingly seeking to help Mr. Leonard obtain off-court income opportunities.” The penalties extend beyond Ballmer and the…

Rapper Billy Adams is facing a possible death sentence after a Tampa jury recommended capital punishment Wednesday in the killing of his pregnant girlfriend’s unborn child. The jury also recommended life in prison without parole for Adams’ murder conviction in the death of Alana Sims, 22. The recommendations came one day after jurors found Adams guilty on both counts following roughly five hours of deliberations. During Wednesday’s penalty phase, prosecutors urged jurors to recommend death, arguing that several aggravating circumstances supported capital punishment. Prosecutors described Sims’ killing as a “cold, calculated, premeditated murder” and argued that Adams knew she was…

Doja Cat is getting candid about a difficult chapter of her life, opening up about past cocaine use, problematic drinking and the impact her mental health struggles had on the way she viewed herself. The “Say So” singer, whose real name is Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, shared a series of candid videos on social media Monday, explaining that she felt compelled to “get this sh*t off my chest” as she addressed long-running conversations about her personal life and behavior. Doja Cat, 30, revealed that she struggled with cocaine use approximately eight years ago. She made clear that the period was…

Lionel Richie has been hospitalized in St. Louis after performing over the weekend, with sources telling The Pop Radar that the singer checked himself into a local hospital to undergo medical tests. Richie performed Saturday night at The Muny in Forest Park before seeking medical attention. According to sources with direct knowledge, the 77-year-old singer is being cautious while doctors evaluate him for possible slight dehydration. The hospitalization came after witnesses noticed Richie appeared to be struggling toward the end of his set. During his final song, “All Night Long,” he reportedly asked his team to bring him a chair…

Aaliyah’s uncle Barry Hankerson has made a stunning accusation against his own son over the circumstances surrounding the 2001 plane crash that killed the R&B superstar and eight others. Hankerson, the founder of Blackground Records and Aaliyah’s former manager, alleges in new court filings that his son, Jomo Hankerson, failed to properly carry out his responsibilities as a travel coordinator for the singer’s “Rock the Boat” music video shoot in the Bahamas. According to the filings, Barry claims Jomo was hired and compensated to handle travel logistics for the trip. He further alleges that the fatal flight might have been…

Mariah Carey has already given fans something to look forward to in 2027: new music. The legendary singer offered the brief tease while meeting fan Jack Banana in Beverly Hills. When she was asked about her next musical chapter, Carey had a simple answer. “Next year,” Carey said. That’s it. Two words — but enough to put 2027 on the radar for the Lambs. Carey did not reveal whether she was referring to a new album, a single or another type of musical release. She also has not announced a title, release date, track list, collaborators or details about what…

D4vd’s murder case has taken a major legal turn after his private defense team withdrew and a Los Angeles County public defender was appointed to represent the singer. D4vd pleaded not guilty Monday and is expected back in court October 19. The change in representation came after a judge determined the 21-year-old qualified for appointed counsel. Attorneys Blair Berk, Marilyn Bednarski and Regina Peter asked the court to withdraw from the case. The judge granted their request and appointed the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office. The lawyers did not publicly explain why they could no longer represent D4vd. In…