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Wale has never been one to shy away from sharing his unfiltered truth — and during a recent PLLRS series conversation at Soho Works in Brooklyn, the Grammy-nominated rapper gave fans an inside look at the names who shaped his artistry. Sitting alongside his longtime manager Kazz Laidlaw, Wale reflected on the rappers who stand at the very top of his personal list. “Mt. Rushmore is a racist thing,” Wale noted, “but my favorite rappers? Jay-Z. Black Thought. Lil Wayne. J. Cole.” The D.C. native also highlighted AZ, calling him an often-overlooked influence who was “super important” in shaping his…

The past week has been a whirlwind for Lil Nas X, who found himself at the center of viral headlines after a bizarre and troubling incident in Los Angeles. The 26-year-old rap superstar, known for hits like “Old Town Road” and “Montero (Call Me By Your Name),” was arrested after roaming the streets naked — and is now facing four felony charges that could put him behind bars for years. But amid the chaos, his father, Robert Stafford, is offering a message of hope. Speaking to TMZ Hip Hop in downtown Los Angeles, Stafford assured reporters that his son is…

Lil Nas X attends his arraignment at Los Angeles Superior Court

After nearly a decade of legal wrangling, Missy Elliott can finally put one of the longest-running disputes of her career behind her. On August 22, just as jury selection was set to begin in a Philadelphia courtroom, the hip-hop icon and plaintiff Terry Williams reached a settlement, quietly closing a lawsuit that had followed Elliott for seven years. The case, which reached back into Elliott’s early days before superstardom, had threatened to drag one of music’s most celebrated innovators into a high-profile trial. Now, with the agreement in place, Elliott’s legacy remains untarnished. The Roots of the Lawsuit Williams first…

Missy Elliott

Drake has once again thrown his support behind fellow Canadian artist Tory Lanez — this time in the middle of a resurfaced interview clip that’s now going viral. On Sunday, August 24, fans spotted Drizzy in the comments section of a 2019 Genius interview featuring Lanez. In the clip, Lanez recited bars from Lil Wayne’s classic Dedication 2 freestyle “Cannon” during a sit-down with journalist Rob Markman. While most viewers were just revisiting the throwback moment, Drake used the opportunity to take a jab at Markman — and to reaffirm his stance on Lanez’s imprisonment. The 6 God wrote: “Of…

Lil Nas X

The comedy world is reeling after the shocking death of Reggie Carroll, a beloved comedian known as the “Knockout King of Comedy.” Authorities in Mississippi have now identified the man suspected of gunning him down. According to the Southaven Police Department, 38-year-old Tranell Williams has been arrested and charged with murder following the fatal shooting that claimed Carroll’s life last Wednesday. Clarifying Rumors: No Relation to Katt Williams Initial speculation ran wild after the suspect’s last name surfaced online, with fans questioning whether there was any connection to comedian Katt Williams. But sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ that Katt…

Tranell Williams. mugshot

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has conquered Hollywood blockbusters, wrestling rings, and billion-dollar brand deals — but his latest viral moment proves his richest treasures are cultural and family-driven. Over the weekend, The Rock shared an emotional Instagram video showing him dancing the sacred Samoan Taualuga with his mother, Ata Johnson. The clip wasn’t just about celebration — it was about heritage, respect, and passing traditions through generations. And yes, while fans couldn’t ignore the shower of cash that rained on him during the dance, the true flex came from seeing The Rock side by side with his mom, honoring their…