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A Las Vegas jury has found Duane “Keffe D” Davis guilty of first-degree murder in the death of Tupac Shakur, bringing the first conviction in one of music history’s most notorious killings. The jury returned its verdict Monday, convicting the 63-year-old Davis of murder with the use of a deadly weapon and with the intent to promote, further or assist a criminal gang. He now faces a possible maximum sentence of life in prison. Davis has already indicated to the judge that he plans to appeal the verdict. The case centered on the September 1996 drive-by shooting that left Tupac…

Kanye West’s former Donda Academy staffer is asking a judge to stop the musician from arguing that he was of “unsound mind” when the alleged discrimination at the school occurred. According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Benjamin Provo, who worked at Donda Academy in 2021, is seeking to block Kanye from using the mental-state argument as a defense in their upcoming legal battle. Provo claims Kanye is raising the issue just before the case heads to trial and says the musician had not previously produced documents or testimony supporting the defense. Specifically, Provo says Kanye has not turned over…

Aubrey O’Day is using Keffe D’s conviction in the murder of Tupac Shakur to make a pointed argument about accountability — and she is directing that message toward Diddy. The former Danity Kane singer reacted after Duane “Keffe D” Davis was found guilty of first-degree murder in Tupac’s 1996 killing, arguing that someone does not necessarily have to pull the trigger to be held responsible for a murder. O’Day wrote that if evidence shows someone financed, ordered, encouraged or knowingly set a murder in motion, that person should also face accountability. Her comments made clear that Diddy was the person…

Nicki Minaj is taking her support for Donald Trump into a new arena — business — with the rapper reportedly tapped as a judge for Trump’s upcoming Million-Dollar Pitch Competition in Washington, D.C. According to Fox News Digital, Minaj is expected to participate in the September 18 competition, which is being described as a cross between Shark Tank and Trump’s former reality competition The Apprentice. The event will put five companies against each other for a combined $1 million in prize money. Unlike a traditional elimination-style competition, however, every finalist is set to leave with cash. The reported prize breakdown…

Famous Dex’s August 23 arrest in Las Vegas came with an unexpected moment of friendliness: bodycam footage shows the rapper and the arresting officer repeatedly fist-bumping while talking about Dex’s planned performance. TMZ obtained the footage, which captures Dex telling the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police officer that he was supposed to perform that night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. The officer immediately appears impressed, asking, “Bro, you’re performing at the Grand Arena?” Dex says he is and mentions Playboi Carti, Future and other performers. The officer responds, “You guys are about to have a blast,” before the two exchange…

Blueface is giving his growing family a major upgrade. The rapper recently moved into a sprawling $2.25 million property in Moorpark, California, according to sources familiar with the sale, with the new home arriving just in time for the birth of his newborn son. The property stretches across more than 5,000 square feet and comes loaded with luxury features, including five bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms, mountain views and a four-car garage. So, yeah — there should be plenty of room. Blueface was chauffeured to the gated property in a Maybach Sprinter provided by Stratos. He was joined by…

E-40 has a message for Bay Area women who might be tempted to hand money to someone claiming to be a San Francisco 49ers player: check with him first. The Bay Area rap legend made the comment while visiting the TMZ offices this week, where he spoke with Babcock about the allegations surrounding Daejon Love, a man accused of pretending to be an NFL wide receiver. E-40, who famously goes by “40 Water” and has deep ties to Bay Area sports culture, offered a blunt test for anyone claiming to represent the Niners. “If he don’t know Water, if he…

Jaidyn Alexis is putting the brakes on any plans for her children to meet Blueface’s newest child, saying she wants one thing settled first: the baby’s paternity. Jaidyn, who shares son Javon and daughter Journey with the rapper, addressed the situation during an interview with Towanda on “The TMZ Podcast.” Her position was blunt — there are currently “no plans” for her children to meet Blueface’s new son, Jonathan Jr. The reason, according to Jaidyn, is that she wants to “get the swab results back” before moving forward. In other words, she says she is not ready to treat Jonathan…

Lefty Gunplay went from performing for fans in Missouri to sitting in a jail cell less than 12 hours later after being arrested in Springfield. The rapper, whose real name is Franklin Holladay, was booked by Springfield Police around 8 a.m. Saturday, according to jail records. The records list a fourth-degree assault charge. Exactly what allegedly happened remains unclear. The available booking information does not identify the alleged victim or provide details about what led to the arrest. That leaves plenty of unanswered questions surrounding the sudden turn of events. Just hours before his booking, Lefty was onstage in Springfield…

A newly surfaced video is putting NBA YoungBoy’s 2018 domestic violence case back in the spotlight, with footage appearing to show the rapper physically confronting his then-girlfriend inside a hotel hallway. The more than three-minute clip, posted on social media Thursday night, shows YoungBoy grabbing the woman, throwing her to the floor and dragging her through the hallway. At one point, her top is pulled off, and the footage appears to show an injury to her face. The woman appears to struggle to get away as the confrontation continues. Despite the disturbing sequence, the two ultimately walk away together down…

Drake is taking the superhero route for his latest rollout, showing up at Toronto’s Canadian National Exhibition in full Iron Man-style armor while appearing to film what could be a new music video. The rapper was spotted roaming the exhibition in the iconic red-and-gold suit, greeting fans while looking more like Tony Stark than Champagne Papi. Drake wasn’t alone, either. Another person wearing a silver Iron Man-style suit was seen alongside him during the appearance, adding another layer of mystery to whatever he’s shooting. The unusual sight immediately sparked speculation that Drake was working on a music video. Some fans…

Tom Hardy has traded Hollywood for the recording booth — and he’s doing it under a name almost as unexpected as the move itself. The actor has released a rap album with Czarface under the pseudonym Frankie Pulitzer, officially adding rapper to a résumé already packed with major acting roles. Czarface was formed by Wu-Tang Clan member Inspectah Deck alongside 7L & Esoteric, putting Hardy in the studio with established names from the hip-hop world. And the guest list makes the project even more surprising. One of the tracks features Busta Rhymes and Method Man, giving Hardy’s rap debut some…

Bianca Censori just gave Instagram users a serious double-take after posting a realistic-looking image of Kanye West’s severed head—but the gruesome prop is part of the rapper’s latest music video. Censori shared the disturbing-looking photo on Instagram, showing what appears to be Kanye’s detached head sitting on a medical tray. Despite the graphic appearance, the head is fake and was created as a prop for the visual accompanying Kanye and Don Toliver’s collaboration, “OK.” The prop was designed with gruesome details, including uneven-looking cuts that make the scene appear intentionally unsettling. Censori is also credited as the director of the…

Famous Dex’s ex-girlfriend Pam Rodriguez has shared photos of injuries she says she suffered during an alleged domestic violence incident that preceded the rapper’s arrest in Las Vegas. Rodriguez claims Dex choked and punched her and damaged her phone before he was taken into custody Sunday. The allegations have not been proven in court, and representatives for Famous Dex have not responded to requests for comment. The photos shared by Rodriguez show visible injuries to her face, including a severely bruised area around one eye. She has also described additional injuries that she says required medical attention. According to Rodriguez’s…

Kanye West is fighting to keep his past antisemitic social media posts away from the jury in a discrimination lawsuit brought by a former Donda Academy employee. According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Kanye argues that the old posts have nothing to do with Benjamin Provo’s claims and should not be admitted as evidence in the case. The rapper’s legal team included a 919-page report containing social media posts that Provo allegedly plans to use during the proceedings. Among the material is an Instagram post from Kanye’s account featuring an image of what was described as a Nazi robe…

Kanye West made a surprise appearance at Lil Durk’s federal trial Thursday, showing up at a downtown Los Angeles courthouse as the rapper’s high-profile case continues. Video later surfaced on social media showing Kanye arriving at the courthouse. According to information supplied by TMZ, Ye was inside the courtroom, seated in the second row and dressed entirely in black, including leather pants. He initially entered wearing black sunglasses before taking them off after sitting down. Kanye’s unexpected appearance puts another major name from hip-hop inside a federal courtroom where Durk’s murder-for-hire case is being heard. The visit comes just days…

Lil Nas X is mourning the death of his mother, Tameka Hill, after announcing the loss in an emotional Instagram tribute Saturday. The Grammy-winning rapper, 27, shared the news Aug. 29 alongside three photos of Hill, including images of her by herself, with her son at an event and with Lil Nas X as a child. “RIP TO THE BADDEST EVER! LOVE U FOREVER MOMMY. this one’s gonna hurt. 🥹🥹,” he wrote. Hill’s age and cause of death have not been disclosed. Representatives for Lil Nas X did not immediately provide additional details about her passing. The tribute offers a…

Pierre “P” Thomas’ daughter is calling her father a “miracle” as the Quality Control Music co-founder continues recovering from a serious heart attack. Journey Thomas shared an emotional tribute on Instagram Friday, expressing gratitude that her father survived the medical emergency and remains with his family. “God is good. My dad is truly a miracle, and I’m so blessed to still be able to say he’s here,” Journey wrote. She said the family has relied heavily on their faith throughout the health crisis, adding that “God’s grace has carried us through every moment.” Thomas, 45, was hospitalized in Las Vegas…

J. Cole canceled his scheduled Sacramento performance Tuesday night following a fatal vehicle accident involving a member of his touring production crew. The incident happened early Tuesday morning when a logistics truck transporting equipment for Cole’s current tour was involved in a crash near Yolo County, California. Dreamville Records, the label founded by Cole, announced the cancellation on social media and expressed sorrow over the death. The label also extended its thoughts to the crew member’s family and loved ones. According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash involved a big-rig driver who drifted onto the right shoulder of the…

Blacc Zacc’s federal RICO trial has been pushed back to April 2027, giving the rapper’s defense team additional time to prepare for the case. U.S. District Judge Jacquelyn D. Austin granted Blacc Zacc’s request for a continuance on Friday, Aug. 21. The decision moves the trial from its previously scheduled September 2026 date to April 2027. Blacc Zacc, whose legal name is Zachary Chapman, remains in federal custody as the case continues. The judge determined that postponing the proceedings serves the interests of justice and that those interests outweigh the defendants’ and public’s interest in reaching a faster resolution. The…