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Blacc Sam is giving Jay-Z his flowers for honoring Nipsey Hussle onstage, calling the gesture “monumental” while revealing how much the hip-hop mogul has done for his late brother, their family and their business interests behind the scenes. Nipsey’s older brother spoke about Jay-Z’s tribute while at Los Angeles International Airport on Monday, October 26, following the rapper’s concert at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood over the weekend. According to Sam, the moment prompted an overwhelming response, with his phone lighting up after the performance. For Sam, however, the tribute meant more than a public acknowledgment of Nipsey’s legacy. It came…

Kirk Franklin is standing up for GloRilla after their gospel music collaboration drew criticism from some members of the religious community, saying the ridicule directed at the rapper has been “heartbreaking” to witness. The 19-time Grammy winner addressed the backlash during an appearance on Big Boy’s Neighborhood on Tuesday, discussing the reaction to “This Time,” his latest collaboration with the Memphis rapper. Since the song’s release, some religious critics have questioned whether GloRilla, widely known for her secular hip-hop hits, is an appropriate partner for faith-based music. Franklin pushed back against that thinking, arguing that the rapper should not have…

Hulk Hogan’s Florida mansion has officially changed hands, with the late WWE legend’s estate selling the beachfront property for $5.9 million after it was initially listed for nearly $11 million. The Clearwater home went on the market in January, several months after Hogan died in July 2025 at age 71. According to TMZ, the property ultimately sold for considerably less than its original asking price. Hogan purchased the approximately 5,400-square-foot residence in 2012 for $3.3 million. The house features five bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms, along with a 1,000-square-foot primary suite overlooking the Gulf. The suite includes a sitting area, a…

Kai Cenat is taking legal steps against former friend and streaming partner Reggie Travers over allegations the streamer says are false. According to a cease-and-desist letter obtained by TMZ, Kai’s legal team sent Travers a notice dated October 2, accusing him of publishing videos containing false and misleading statements about the popular streamer. The letter specifically rejected allegations that Cenat had engaged in pedophilia or exchanged sex for promoting someone on his platform. “We want to be unequivocal: the suggestion that Mr. Cenat has ever engaged in any form of pedophilia, or exchanged sex for platforming any person, is categorically…

Anika Rashaun, the reality television personality who appeared on The Real World and The Challenge, has died at 34 after battling breast cancer, according to tributes shared by her friends. Rashaun died on October 1 after receiving a cancer diagnosis the previous summer, TMZ reported. She later worked as a dating coach after appearing on reality television. Her death has prompted emotional tributes from friends who remembered her as a vibrant presence whose impact extended far beyond her time on screen. Friends Pay Tribute to Anika Rashaun Cyndi Rich, one of Rashaun’s close friends, remembered their 16 years of friendship…

Bhad Bhabie is putting her Florida luxury home on the market — and she’s asking for nearly $7 million. The rapper, whose real name is Danielle Bregoli, has listed her sprawling Boca Raton mansion for $6.9 million, according to real estate sources cited by TMZ. The property reportedly hit the market on Wednesday. The 8,958-square-foot estate sits on approximately one acre inside an exclusive, guard-gated community. It features seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms, along with an extensive list of luxury amenities. Bhad Bhabie purchased the mansion for $6.1 million in March 2022. At the current asking price, she’s seeking $800,000…

Nicki Minaj may have found herself in the middle of an unexpected White House conversation — but there is no indication she is actually being considered for the job. The rapper’s name was floated as a possible replacement for White House press secretary Katie Zacharia after her reported firing, with two Trump administration figures publicly entertaining the idea on social media. White House Communications Director Steven Cheung sparked the conversation after sharing a video of Minaj praising President Donald Trump’s international politics while aboard Air Force One. “Ladies and gentlemen, I think we may have found the new White House…

Eric Bauza, the Emmy-winning voice actor who brought some of animation’s most recognizable characters to life, has died at 46. Bauza’s family announced his sudden death in a statement shared on his official Instagram account on Sunday, October 25, 2026. “Eric Bauza, Emmy Award-winning voice actor and the modern voice of iconic Looney Tunes characters Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, along with dozens of other beloved cartoon characters, has passed away suddenly. More details to come,” the family wrote. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, Bauza died at his home on Sunday from hypertensive cardiovascular disease, a condition…

Chris Brown has avoided immediate jail time after pleading guilty to affray over a 2023 London nightclub fight in which music producer Abraham “Abe” Diaw was struck with a tequila bottle. The R&B singer appeared at Southwark Crown Court on Monday, October 26, for sentencing over the incident at Tape nightclub in Mayfair, London, in February 2023. The judge handed Brown an eight-month prison sentence, suspended for 12 months. That means he will not serve the prison term immediately, provided he complies with the conditions of the suspension. Judge Calls Bottle Strikes “Plainly Dangerous” During sentencing, Judge Tony Baumgartner described…

Walter Koenig, the actor who became a familiar face to generations of science-fiction fans as Ensign Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek television series, has died at 90. According to his representative, Koenig died at his home in North Hollywood on Sunday, October 25, with his daughter, Danielle, and his niece by his side. The representative attributed his death to old age. Koenig’s death marks the loss of one of the performers associated with the original Star Trek series, which helped establish a lasting television and film franchise. Walter Koenig Remembered for His Talent and Kindness In a statement,…

Alan Dysert, the actor known for playing Sean Cudahy on the long-running soap opera All My Children, has died at 75. His wife, Michele Dysert, announced his death in a social media post shared to his official Facebook page on Sunday, October 25. She said Alan died on Friday, October 23. In her tribute, Michele remembered her husband as a farm boy from Illinois who went on to achieve success as an actor while also making a lasting impact as a teacher and mentor. She also revealed that Alan had faced numerous health challenges over the years. Despite those struggles,…

Brooke Hogan is speaking out against the sale of her late father Hulk Hogan’s Florida mansion, describing the deal as “dirty money” and accusing unnamed people of profiting from the loss of someone she says meant everything to her. The daughter of the late wrestling legend shared her reaction on Instagram after the Clearwater property was sold, posting photographs of the home and reflecting on the memories she made there with her father. One image showed the mansion marked with a “SOLD” sticker. In another pointed message, Brooke wrote, “You took my dad.” Brooke Hogan Remembers Her Time With Her…

Newly surfaced footage is shedding light on the nightclub fight that landed Chris Brown in court, with video reportedly showing the singer repeatedly swinging a tequila bottle at music producer Abraham Diaw in London. The footage, released by TMZ on October 26, appears to show Brown confronting Diaw on a crowded dance floor during the February 2023 incident. Brown can be seen striking the producer several times, including around the head, before the confrontation escalates into a wider brawl. According to the report, the altercation lasts approximately 20 seconds. Diaw was reportedly taken to the hospital with injuries to his…

Jay-Z is officially heading to the Super Bowl halftime stage for the first time in his career, taking on one of the biggest performance slots in global entertainment. The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced on October 26 that the rap mogul will headline the Apple Music Super Bowl LXI Halftime Show on February 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The announcement was made during the Dallas Cowboys–Philadelphia Eagles Monday Night Football game. (NFL) “Thirty years of music, work, and culture on the world’s biggest stage. This run continues to be a dream come true,” Jay-Z said…

WWE stars CJ Perry and Miro Barnyashev are preparing to welcome their first child together, revealing they are expecting a baby boy after an emotional journey with in vitro fertilization (IVF). The couple, widely known to wrestling fans as Lana and Rusev, shared the news in an interview with People on Tuesday, October 27, announcing that their son is expected to arrive on April 28, 2027. They have already chosen a name for their little boy: Bear Petrov Barnyashev. For Perry and Barnyashev, the announcement marks a major milestone after years of hoping to become parents. CJ Perry and Miro…

Rapper Tyga is facing a $135,000 lawsuit from a Beijing management company that alleges he failed to show up for two scheduled performances in China despite receiving payment for the appearances. According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Beijing Tongxing Wanxin Catering Management is suing the rapper for fraud and breach of contract over two bookings allegedly arranged at Club Pac Star in 2023. The company claims Tyga was scheduled to perform on August 4 and October 27 that year but failed to appear on both dates. Tyga Accused of Missing Two China Performances According to the complaint, the company…

Chris Brown will avoid immediate prison time after a UK court sentenced the R&B star to eight months in prison, suspended for 12 months, over a 2023 nightclub attack involving music producer Abraham Diaw. The 37-year-old singer was sentenced Monday, October 26, at Southwark Crown Court in London after pleading guilty to affray in connection with the February 2023 incident at Tape, a private members’ club in the Mayfair district. Source: AP News The suspended sentence means Brown will not serve the eight months in prison immediately. The sentence remains suspended for one year, subject to the applicable legal conditions.…

A dispute at a Florida youth soccer game has sparked a heated debate online after police were called to an i9 Sports program involving a 3-year-old boy whose parents claim he was being pushed out because of his soccer talent. The child, identified as Nevada, became the focus of attention after video footage of the incident surfaced, showing officers responding to a disagreement involving his family and league officials. Nevada’s parents alleged that their son was being unfairly targeted because of his advanced playing ability, claiming his talent had made other parents and coaches uncomfortable. “They’re literally kicking him out…

Jay-Z brought his yearlong “JAŸ-Z 30” celebration to a reported close at SoFi Stadium on Saturday night, turning the final show into a showcase of hip-hop legends, West Coast classics and a pointed message about misinformation in the age of artificial intelligence. The Brooklyn-born rapper was joined by Too $hort, Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre during the second of two reported sold-out performances in Southern California. The guest appearances gave the finale a distinctly West Coast flavor as Jay-Z marked major milestones in his recording career. Too $hort helped kick things off with “Blow the Whistle,” before Snoop Dogg took…

Donald Trump drew attention at a Michigan political rally after making suggestive comments about Nicki Minaj’s appearance, prompting a reaction from rapper 50 Cent on social media. During the event at McMorran Place Sports & Entertainment Center on Sunday, Trump singled out Minaj, who was seated nearby, and commented on her physical appearance in front of the audience. “By the way, I looked at one hell of a beautiful a*s before: Nicki Minaj,” Trump said, according to the supplied report. He then described her appearance as “hard to miss” and invited the “Super Freaky Girl” rapper to stand and wave…