The RICO trial against Young Thug and YSL resumed today, but there may be some changes going forward if the prosecution gets its way. According to Law&Crime Network producer Cathy Russon, the prosecution filed a motion asking Judge Ural Glanville to block video of witness testimonies for the rest of the trial. While audio would be allowed, witnesses’ full names would also be blocked from publication until after the testimonies. The matter of video will be settled during a hearing on Friday, February 2 at 3pm ET.
GA v. Jeffery Williams, et al is finally back today but will cameras be allowed? On Friday, the prosecution team filed a motion asking the judge to ban video and only allow audio for witnesses. They are also requesting that witnesses’ full names not be broadcast or published… pic.twitter.com/v2WFMUAXQG
Judge Glanville set a hearing for Friday, Feb 2nd at 3pm for the camera motion. I guess we get cameras and naming of the witnesses at least until then. #YSL#YoungThugpic.twitter.com/yBmKgb4Iti
This appears to be a belated effort by the District Attorney’s office to protect its witnesses from possible retaliation or tampering efforts, something the prosecutors claimed they were worried about from very early on in the case. Witness tampering concerns were among the arguments against granting Thug and his co-defendants bond for the near-year they were incarcerated. Arguably, the strategy was at least partially effective in pulling plea deals out of many of the co-defendants, including from Gunna and Thug’s brother Unfoonk. Despite all of those deals being so-called “Alford pleas” in which they only pled guilty to being in a gang, they’ve face recriminations from fans and fellow rappers for the past year.
Young Thug’s racketeering trial in Atlanta has been a train wreck from the get go.
Now prosecutors want to make it so we can only hear the train wreck, not see the train wreck.
The Fulton County DA’s motion cites threats and online “doxxing” that happened weeks ago. pic.twitter.com/SnmBXRvywY
Speaking of YSL gang leader (co-leader?) Trontavious Stephens, this clip of him answering questions from Chief Deputy DA Adriane Love about snitching is up to 7.6 million views on TikTok. https://t.co/FkcLY3c9sQpic.twitter.com/0g77yt8ovC
Since, Hot Girl Meg has collaborated with Reneé Rapp on Mean Girls track “Not My Fault” and released a NSFW song from the Big Mouth soundtrack, but she just reminded everybody that she’s still firmly in “Act One” of her snake emoji-fueled era.
This morning, January 22, Megan Thee Stallion announced “Hiss.” The single is due out this Friday, January 26, and is available to pre-save here. The “Hiss” cover art (or, one of them) finds Meg appearing completely nonplussed about having a shudder-inducing white snake wrapped around her neck and head.
“Cobra” and “Hiss” are presumably leading up to a Megan Thee Stallion album soon — her first since Traumazine in August 2022 — which is on Uproxx’s list of “Most Anticipated Albums Of 2024.” Aaron Williams previewed what can be expected, as excerpted below.
“New Year, new Stallion. The Hot Girl Coach finds herself in a much better place to begin 2024; she’s put both her legal dispute with her label and the Tory Lanez shooting case in her rearview, and she’s newly independent, meaning she’s the one calling all the shots on her next album. She kicked off her new era with the confessional return to form, ‘Cobra,’ and predicted in September that her next album will contain ‘a lot of rawness, a lot of realness, a lot of sh*t talking,’ while a more recent live stream promised she wouldn’t hold back, answering anyone who has called her out over the past couple of years.”
Megan Thee Stallion is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
Tierra Whack set the rap world on its ear in 2018 with the release of the Whack World EP, garnering a buzz that has yet to die down. Since then, she’s released a handful of well-received singles, along with a trio of cheeky EPs highlighting the difficulty of classifying her sound (Rap?, Pop?, and R&B?, all in 2021). Today, though, she’s finally announced her long-awaited debut album, World Wide Whack, which drops on March 15 via Interscope. “I really took my time with this,” she wrote on her social channels. “So I hope you all enjoy it as much as I do.”
The first single will be called “Shower Song” and will come out this Friday, January 26. Whack previewed the song earlier this month with a snippet accompanied by a silly social video featuring bathwater and hot dogs. The song is upbeat and lighthearted with light funk production and Whack’s usual blend of singing, rapping, and offbeat humor.
Whack’s most recently released single, “Chanel Pit,” was released on November 7 last year, however, there are no indications as yet that it will appear on World Wide Whack. Still, it was during the Apple Music interview accompanying its release that she first hinted that her album was on the way, saying, “I promise. It’s done. It’s finished. We’re just making it all make sense, putting the pieces together, and we’re giving it to you.”
World Wide Whack is out on 3/15 via Interscope. “Shower Song” is out 1/26. You can get more info here.
All week celebrities from across the fashion, music, and entertainment landscape are in Paris to watch some of the biggest names in fashion debut new work. Among those in attendance was Chris Brown, who is seemingly staying busy. After videos made the rounds online of him sitting next to Quavo during a show, he responded. Brown doubled down on his beef with the former Migos rapper in an Instagram comment maligning that he doesn’t get to pick where he sits. The post reminded some fans that the beef even existed in the first place as it’s been dormant for quite a while.
Eagle-eyed fans also spotted Chris Brown and Gunna at the same show. The pair were in attendance for the AMIRI show last week. But now even more videos of the duo are popping up. A new clip being shared online is of Gunna performing his smash hit “Fukumean” for a pretty packed crowd. It’s unclear if this is at the same show or not, but Brown is once again in attendance. He isn’t just there though, he’s seemingly having a pretty good time vibing along to the performance. The pair have collaborated once before on record. Gunna turned up for a feature on Brown’s song “Heat” from his 2019 album Indigo. Check out the video of Brown at Gunna’s Paris Fashion Week performance below.
Gunna wasn’t the only celeb that Brown made waves for crossing paths with recently. Last week he popped up courtside at a USC basketball game alongside Saweetie. Though the team itself has underperformed this year, many were focused on other things. The rapper is fresh off a relationship with YG which was formally ended earlier this month. While Brown and Saweetie don’t have any confirmed involvement, fans nonetheless jumped to conclusions seeing the pair together so shortly after her breakup.
What do you think of Chris Brown enjoying Gunna’s performance during Paris Fashion Week? Do you hope the pair collaborate again on something soon? Let us know in the comment section below.
It’s hard being a celebrity going through an expensive and public divorce. It can be a bit difficult to give up half your fortune to someone. Whether they go their separate ways because of irreconcilable differences, cheating or abuse, celebrities spend millions to divide assets.
Celebrities can fall into a love trap that could take a big chunk of their net worth. Madonna, Dr. Dre and most recently, Kevin Costner have all experienced legal battles with specifics on spousal/child support and properties. Here are 7 of the most expensive celebrity divorce showdowns.
Bill & Melinda Gates – $76 Billion
PARIS, FRANCE – APRIL 21: Bill and Melinda Gates pose in front of the Elysee Palace after receiving the award of Commander of the Legion of Honor by French President Francois Hollande on April 21, 2017 in Paris, France. French President Francois Hollande awarded the Honorary Commander of the Legion of Honor to Bill and Melinda Gates as the highest national award under the partnership between France and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which have been unavoidable actors for several years Of development assistance and health in the world. (Photo by Frederic Stevens/Getty Images)
Following an affair the Microsoft co-founder had in 2020, Bill and Melinda Gates divorced in 2021 after 27 years of marriage. The pair’s petition didn’t indicate that there was a signed prenuptial agreement on the books. The exes opted for a separation contract to negotiate the terms of their split. No child support was granted because their three children were already grown. Although one of the smoothest celebrity divorces, it was also one of the priciest. Melinda walked away with $76 billion, making her the 10th wealthiest woman in the world.
The couple continues to run the philanthropic Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation in Seattle. Worth $50 billion, the foundation is one of the world’s largest charitable organizations. The foundation was in a trust, and therefore could not be divided as part of the marital estate.
Jeff & Mackenzie Bezos – $38 Billion
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA – FEBRUARY 26: (L-R) CEO of Amazon Jeff Bezos and writer MacKenzie Bezos attend the Amazon Studios Oscar Celebration at Delilah on February 26, 2017 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Jerod Harris/Getty Images)
The Amazon founders married in 1993 — one year before founding the company founding — and share four children. In 2018, the National Enquirer teased a story claiming that Jeff Bezos was having an affair with a former Fox News anchor. The next year, he and wife Mackenzie Bezos divorced.
Because their divorce jurisdiction was in Washington (a community property state), all assets and debts were held jointly by the couple. For that reason, the celebrity divorce was very amicable. They did not have a prenuptial agreement. And although MacKenzie Bezos did not receive half the marital assets, her 4% stake in Amazon was still worth approximately $38.3 billion. That does not include any other liquid, real estate, or other assets she received.
Alec & Jocelyn Wildenstein – $3.8 Billion
CHANTILLY, FRANCE – JUNE 11: Alec Wildenstein attends the Prix de Diane Hermes on June 11, 2000 in Chantilly, France. (Photo by Luc Castel/GettyImages)/ Socialite Jocelyne Wildenstein poses for a picture February 10, 1999 in New York City. Wildenstein is the wife of wealthy art dealer Alec Wildenstein. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Liasion)
Jocelyn Wildenstein, the New York City socialite known as “Catwoman” due to the results of her extensive plastic surgery, received a $2.5 billion divorce settlement when she divorced art dealer Alec Wildenstein in 1999. Problems started when Jocelyn claimed she found Alec in bed with a 21-year-old Russian model. She also claimed he pulled a gun on her, which led to his arrest.
Jocelyn Wildenstein also received an annuity of $100 million to be paid in 13 years. The celebrity divorce was particularly contentious and the judge stipulated when awarding Wildenstein her settlement that she should not use any of the money for further cosmetic surgeries. But she still managed to fall on hard times and filed for bankruptcy in 2018, which she claimed was due to the discontinuation of her $100 million annual divorce settlement by her deceased ex-husband’s family.
PARIS, FRANCE – MARCH 05: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West attend the Balmain show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Fall/Winter 2015/2016 on March 5, 2015 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)
Hollywood’s most infamous couple, Kanye West and Kim Kardashian divorced in 2021, but trouble in their marriage began years earlier. West’s string of erratic behavior, controversial remarks, and support of Donald Trump seriously strained their relationship. And in Feb. 2022, the SKIMS founder officially filed for divorce.
The couple, lovingly dubbed “Kimye” by the media, have joint physical and legal custody of their four children: North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm. Kim Kardashian receives $200,000 a month in child support from Kanye West, who’s also responsible for half of the children’s medical, educational, and security expenses. Both parties waived spousal support. When it comes to their property portfolios, the pair had a prenup and kept their homes separate.
However, Forbes reports they jointly owned several homes, artwork, vehicles, and jewelry amounting to US$70 million in shared assets, as of 2022. Back in 2021 West boasted a net worth of $1.3 billion. That amount dwindled after his Yeezy brand was dropped by Adidas. Kardashian’s current net worth according to Forbes is $1.8 billion.
Rupert & Anna Murdoch – $1.7 Billion
Rupert Murdoch and Anna Murdoch attend “Hoffa” Premiere at the Academy Theater in Beverly Hills, California on December 11, 1992. (Photo by Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)
Former 21st Century Fox CEO Rupert Murdoch divorced Anna Murdoch Mann, a Scottish journalist with whom he shared three children, in 1999. Troubles started when Murdoch had an affair with his next wife Wendy Deng, whom he married two weeks after settling the divorce. “He was hard, ruthless, and determined,” she would state years later about her ex-husband.
California being the couple’s home state — and a community-property state — Anna Murdoch could have walked away with half of the family fortune, which was then valued at $7.8 billion. But having regarded the company as her life’s work, she used her leverage to protect the company for her children. The couple agreed to a family trust where their three children, along with his child by his first wife, would inherit the company. Rupert, however, breached the agreement for his children with Anna when he had two more kids with Deng. He then bought them off, each with $150 million, and they agreed to divide the trust into six parts, instead of four. Anna Murdoch reportedly received $1.7 billion from the settlement.
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver – $300 Million
CANNES, FRANCE – MAY 16: Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger with his wife Maria Shriver wave to fans as the couple arrives for the screening of the film “Les Egares” at the Palais des Festivals during the 56th International Cannes Film Festival on May 16, 2003 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)
Although Maria Shriver filed for divorce in 2011, soon after she learned of Schwarzenegger’s infidelity and secret child with their maid Mildred Baena, it took the couple a decade to sign the papers. Married for 25 years, the two handled their divorce quietly and without throwing accusations in court, which is a bit weird considering how long it took them to settle.
There were virtually no public actions taken in the case between 2011 and June 2023. Financial details of the settlement were kept confidential. Because the couple’s four children together are now all adults, there is no child support or custody arrangement.
Settlement papers say that neither owes the other any spousal support, but both reserve the right to seek it through the court in the future. Shriver is entitled to half of what Schwarzenegger earned from the time they got married in 1986 until the divorce, including his pension. Arnold has a net worth of $450 million.
Dr. Dre & Nicole Young – $100 Million
(Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Dr. Dre and his ex-wife Nicole Young reached a massive divorce settlement that allowed her to walk away from their 24-year marriage with $100 million, one-eight of Dre’s fortune. She also kept a Rolls Royce, Range Rover, Escalade limousine, and Spyder motorcycle as well as all of her jewelry. The iconic producer of such albums as The Chronic and The Slim Shady LP has a net worth of $500 million.
During the 18-month divorce proceeding, Dr. Dre (born Andre Young) tried to enforce a prenuptial agreement signed in 1996. But powerhouse attorney Samantha Spector fought the validity of the prenup, arguing that Young had signed it under “duress.” Young revealed lots of Dre’s appalling behavior in court. In a 2021 feature, Rolling Stone Magazine reported that “Nicole claimed in court papers that Dre kicked her out of their home in early April.” Additionally, it alleged Dre “plotted to secretly transfer their assets, to deny Nicole her equal share.” She also accused him of multiple instances of domestic abuse, including holding a gun to her head twice and punching her in the head and face, all of which he denied.
Megan Thee Stallion remains one of the most famous women in hip-hop. Overall, she is someone who has built a huge fanbase thanks to her talent and her personality. The Hot Girl knows how to make a hit song, and she has no shortage of great verses. Having said that, fans are eager to hear what she is going to do next. Now, she is an independent artist who can pretty much do what they want artistically. Furthermore, she has gone through a lot over the last few years, and has a lot to talk about.
Back in the Fall of 2023, Megan came out with a track called “Cobra.” This was subsequently followed up by a remix that contained Canadian metal band Spiritbox. The song detailed her breakup from Pardison Fontaine. Moreover, it even discussed her mental health challenges and how there were times she felt suicidal. Now, however, it appears as though Megan Thee Stallion is ready for her new musical adventure. Below, you can find the release date and cover art for her new single “Hiss.”
As you can see from the cover art, Megan can be seen wearing a red dress with a unique aesthetic to it. Furthermore, there is a continuation of the whole “Cobra” theme as the song is named after the sound a snake makes. It is an interesting concept and fans are curious as to what this will mean for the sound of the record. Additionally, it should be noted that the song is going to be coming out on January 26th, which is this Friday. Following this single, we could very well get some information on a new album.
Be sure to let us know your expectations for the new single, in the comments section below. Are you excited for this new era of Megan Thee Stallion? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.
2024 will see a number of influential and celebrated rap albums celebrating their 10th birthday. J. Cole’s 2014 Forrest Hills Drive, Schoolboy Q’s Oxymoron, and Azealia Banks’ Broke With Expensive Taste all slicked with mainstream rap fans in 2014 while projects like Killer Mike and EL-P’s Run The Jewels 2, and Clipping’s CLPPNG stunned the underground. Somewhere in the middle is Freddie Gibbs and Madlib’s landmark first collaborative project Pinata.
The 17-track collaborative album was met with massive critical acclaim when it dropped. Madlib’s nostalgic, sample-heavy instrumentals were praised as the perfect palette for hard-hitting bars from Freddie and his collaborators. Speaking of collaborators the album sports some spectacular features. Danny Brown, Raekwon, Earl Sweatshirt, Scarface, Domo Genesis, Ab-Soul, BJ The Chicago Kid, Polyester The Saint, Casey Veggies, Meechy Darko, Big Time Watts, G-Wiz, Sulaiman, and Mac Miller all appear on the record. The pair teamed up for a second collaboration called Bandana in 2019. They also released an absolutely massive deluxe edition of Pinata back in 2021. But now they have entirely different plans for the album’s 10th anniversary.
Now, in celebration of a full 10 years passing the Pinata was originally released, Freddie Gibbs is playing a trio of live shows. He’ll be joined by opening acts Eyedress and Pink Siifu. Soul band El Michels Affair will also be joining the performance fresh off a collaborative album with Black Thought last year. Freddie will be hitting up Boston, New York, and Chicago with the special series of performances.
Freddie Gibbs’ last studio album $oul $old $eperately dropped back in 2022. The project featured fan favorites like “Dark Hearted” and “Gold Rings” which have racked up millions of streams since the album dropped. What do you think of Freddie Gibbs playing special live shows for the 10th anniversary of Pinata? Do you think you’ll attend any of the performances? Let us know in the comment section below.
Myron Gaines is known for his presence in the realm of digital content creation. This is particularly in podcasting and social media, has carved a niche for himself with a net worth of $600,000 to $1.5 million in 2024, according to First Net Worth. His journey reflects digital media platforms’ growing influence and financial potential in the modern entertainment industry.
Establishing A Foothold In Podcasting & Social Media
Gaines gained recognition through his work as a podcast host and social media influencer. His content, which often delves into misogynist and controversial conversations, typically causes a divide. This success can be attributed to his ability to tap into current trends and discussions. He creates content that is both engaging and provocative. His podcast has become a popular discussion platform and has featured various guests, contributing to its growth and popularity. Gaines’ ability to connect with his audience and create relevant content has been a key driver in his career success.
In addition to his podcasting success, Myron Gaines has diversified his interests to include various ventures. These include collaborations with other content creators and participation in speaking engagements. These ventures have expanded his reach and contributed to his overall net worth. Gaines’ strategic approach to diversifying his income sources exemplifies the business acumen required in the digital content creation space.
Myron Gaines’ career as a digital content creator is not without its challenges. Navigating the complexities of digital fame is a significant aspect of his professional journey. His ability to adapt and evolve his content in response to these challenges indicates his resilience and commitment to his career in the digital space.
Conclusion: Myron Gaines’ Impact In Digital Content Creation
If you needed any more evidence that the Fresh& Fit Podcast was weird and problematic, here are its hosts, Walter Weekes and Myron Gaines, giving us Stormfront realness.
These clips have gone viral in the hours since the Asian Doll incident made headlines. pic.twitter.com/bunOOoDAxw
Reflecting on Myron Gaines, it is evident that his impact in the digital content creation industry extends beyond financial metrics. His journey showcases the power of digital platforms in building influential careers and the importance of adaptability and business savvy in this domain. Gaines’ story is a testament to the potential of podcasting and social media as viable and lucrative career paths in the contemporary digital landscape.
You won’t find many MCs in the modern era that are as vibrant, versatile, or viciously sought-after as Tierra Whack. Moreover, her creative blends of hip-hop, pop, R&B, and alternative, all under a cheeky, playful, but nonetheless impactful lens, have captivated fans in the mainstream and underground alike ever since her 2018 project Whack World. However, it’s been a long time since we heard anything from the Philly MC in a long-form capacity, particularly her Rap?, Pop?, and R&B? EPs from 2021. Along with some singles and loose freestyles, this fueled the fire for fans begging for more and more, and she finally took the step to invite fans into her world once more.
Furthermore, Tierra Whack just announced her debut album, World Wide Whack, set for a March 15 release via Interscope Records. “I really took my time with this, so I hope you all enjoy it as much as I do,” she wrote on her social media platforms along with the project’s cover art. Not only that, but the “Chanel Pit” multi-hyphenate (a track which might appear on this LP) also announced her lead single for the project, “Shower Song,” which will come out this Friday (January 26). She had previously previewed this song with a cheeky Internet clip of her in the bathtub with some hot dogs… that she proceeded to eat with some mustard. Tasty!
Of course, fans are incredibly excited to dive into World Wide Whack, and it’s great to see one of the best hip-hop artists working today diving into a new rollout. Hopefully this incorporates the genre blends in more progressive and meaty ways compared to the potential and strong songwriting displayed on previous singles and her 2021 EPs. We can’t really predict what Tierra Whack will do here, but that is exactly what makes this a very anticipated project for 2024’s first quarter. If anything, it will hopefully and likely be a critical darling that you can bet will get consideration on mid-year and even end-of-year lists.
Meanwhile, as fans also found out about her bonding with Tyler, The Creator and a potential collab, this is just all good news compounding on itself. With all that in mind, make sure to keep an eye out for World Wide Whack and its soon-to-come single, “Shower Song.” Also, drop your thoughts on this announcement in the comments, and let us know whether you’re looking forward to this next step. On that note, stick around on HNHH for the latest news and updates on Tierra Whack.
Kid Cudi says he’s not concerned about the negative reviews for his new album, Insano. When fans tagged him in a post complaining about Pitchfork’s 4.6 rating for the project, Cudi remarked that his music is everlasting. The fan had written: “Who is writing these Pitchfork reviews?? @KiDCuDi they did you dirty man. They must hand out the album review work to the biggest hater for every new album out lol.”
“Hahah I loveeee it,” Cudi replied. “When I die they’ll still have to deal [with] my awesome. I’m not goin anywhere. The music is FOREVER. The arena tours will still sell out. And I will always know that I came in the game and infected it [with] that sh*t.” He further added: “Based on their ratings of my albums, I should’ve lost my career years ago. Their opinion never holds any weight. I encourage y’all not to read reviews. It’s a waste of time. Listen for [yourself]. Same [with] movies. I never care about the rating, if it has some [of] my favorite actors in it and I like the plot, I’m watching.”
LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 19: Kid Cudi performs during ComplexCon 2023 at Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center on November 19, 2023 in Long Beach, California. (Photo by Kayla Oaddams/Getty Images)
While most of Cudi’s fans took his side in the discussion, some came to Pitchfork’s defense. One user defended the writer of the review, noting that they’ve put readers onto artists like Larry June, Boldy James, and Mach-Hommy, with positive write-ups over the years.
Kid Cudi Responds To Negative Reviews
Hahah I loveeee it. When I die theyll still have to deal w my awesome. Im not goin anywhere. The music is FOREVER. The arena tours will still sell out. And I will always know that I came in the game and infected it w that shit. Based on their ratings of my albums, I… https://t.co/MnlJhalNSC
The complaints about Pitchfork come as the site’s parent company, Condé Nast, announced it will be folding the site into GQ. Anna Wintour, chief content officer for Condé Nast, said the decision is “the best path forward for the brand so that our coverage of music can continue to thrive within the company.” According to the Associated Press, at least a dozen staffers have already been laid off. This included editor-in-chief Puja Patel. Be on the lookout for further updates on Kid Cudi on HotNewHipHop.
PRE-SAVE NOW 
(@FreddieGibbs) 
