Usher is set to be honored at the 2024 BET Awards with the Lifetime Achievement Award, which will go alongside his four nominations at the ceremony.
Month: May 2024
Biggie’s Mom Wants To ‘Slap The Daylights’ Out Of Diddy Over Rape & Assault Allegations
Biggie’s mother has expressed how upset she is at Diddy regarding the multiple allegations of sexual assault, harassment and misconduct made against him.
Voletta Wallace, The Notorious B.I.G.’s Mother, Would Like To ‘Slap The Daylights Out Of’ Diddy After Seeing His Hotel Assault Video
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ world began unraveling last November when Cassie Ventura, known artistically as Cassie, filed an extremely detailed lawsuit alleging years of mental, emotional, and physical abuse, including rape and sex trafficking. Diddy quickly settled with Cassie but maintained his innocence, and several more women have filed lawsuits alleging similar behavior. On May 17, CNN obtained and released video showing Diddy physically assaulting Cassie in a hotel hallway in 2016, aligning with an allegation in Cassie’s lawsuit.
Most recently, Rolling Stone published a Diddy exposé, and Voletta Wallace, the late The Notorious B.I.G.’s mother, felt compelled to speak to Rolling Stone about it all.
“I’m sick to my stomach,” Wallace told the publication, in reference to learning about Diddy’s alleged years-long depravity. “I’m praying for Cassie. I’m praying for his mother. I don’t want to believe the things that I’ve heard, but I’ve seen [the hotel video]. I pray that he apologizes to her.”
Wallace added, “I hope that I see Sean one day, and the only thing I want to do is slap the daylights out of him. And you can quote me on that. Because I liked him. I didn’t want to believe all the awful things, but I’m so ashamed and embarrassed.”
The Rolling Stone report by Cheyenne Roundtree and Nancy Dillon surfaced even more concerning alleged behavior dating back to the 1980s, including new Biggie-related details, as summarized by Rolling Stone‘s Roundtree and Jason Newman below:
“Rolling Stone‘s investigation into Combs documented a pattern of alleged abuse dating back to Combs’ time at Howard University in the late 1980s. Early Bad Boy staffers, associates and industry sources also recalled how Biggie viewed his label boss as a ‘corny executive’ and was on the verge of leaving Bad Boy before his murder in 1997. Combs capitalized on the shock and sorrow over his star artist’s death, sources say, pushing his team to ensure Biggie’s upcoming album, Life After Death would top the charts and allegedly dismissing discussions to put Biggie on the cover of Rolling Stone.
Bad Boy’s co-founding partner and president Kirk Burrowes told Rolling Stone that he advocated for the late rapper to get the cover. ‘I was telling Sean, ‘Let’s make it Biggie. You still have a chance [for a cover in the future],” Burrowes recalled. ‘He’s like ‘No, he’s dead. I’m putting out [Combs’ debut album, No Way Out] in July. I need to be on the cover of Rolling Stone.’” (Voletta Wallace declined to comment on the anecdote.)”
Following CNN’s release of the 2016 hotel security footage, Diddy posted a video in which he issued a lackluster apology but didn’t mention Cassie by name.
“We are aware of the video that has been circulating online allegedly depicting Sean Combs assaulting a young woman in Los Angeles,” the Los Angeles Police Department stated on May 20. “We find the images extremely disturbing and difficult to watch. If the conduct depicted occurred in 2016, unfortunately we would be unable to charge as the conduct would have occurred beyond the timeline where a crime of assault can be prosecuted.”
Cassie released her first public statement on May 23.
How To Buy Beyoncé’s Official ‘Cowboy Carter’ Vinyl
Yee-haw. Beyoncé’s album Cowboy Carter broke boundaries and set records when it was released, but when fans noticed that some of the songs were different from the streaming version of the album on the vinyl they’d pre-ordered, they certainly felt a way about it. But now, the vinyl is being reissued with the completed tracklist and is now available for pre-order. You can visit Beyoncé’s official shop to see the options available. Black, blue, red, and white variants are available and will come with two vinyl discs, a 40-page booklet featuring exclusive images, and a collectable 24×36″ poster. The default official vinyl version is $59.98.
COWBOY CARTER OFFICIAL VINYL — includes two vinyl discs, 40-page booklet featuring exclusive images, and a collectable 24” x 36” poster.
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— Parkwood Entertainment (@parkwood) May 30, 2024
When the initial versions of the vinyl rolled off the presses, they were allegedly missing five songs: “Ya Ya,” “Spaghettii,” “The Linda Martell Show,” “Oh Louisiana,” and “Flamenco.” However, on the new pressings, all five songs are present on the tracklist, which means that fans pre-ordering the vinyl now will get the complete album. The missing tracks were explained by fans as the result of Beyoncé still working on the album in the months leading up to its release, well after an initial version had already been submitted to manufacturers. Her last-minute tinkering may have generated some discrepancies, but since the album is already available digitally, fans could simply stream the album in full until now. Whatever wizardry it took to get the massive album onto the format may result in a new set of differences, but for now, we can look forward to the release.
Stephen A Smith Calls Out Clippers Star Kawhi Leonard: “He’s The Worst Superstar In Sports”
Never one to back down from a wil take, Stephen A. Smith has presented a compelling case for Kawhi Leonard as maybe the worst superstar in sports. During this morning’s First Take, Smith expressed his annoyance at Leonard’s continuous availability problems and how they are affecting his team, the Los Angeles Clippers. he said, “This is the worst superstar. The word superstar is applicable here because he is a superstar when healthy on the basketball court this is not a conversation about his ability when healthy. He is a two-time champion, a two-time NBA Finals MVP, the brother is a big-time basketball player.”
Smith continued, “This is the worst superstar. I can make a case this is the worst superstar in the history of sports. He is a nightmare. You’re talking about the first four years of his time with the Clippers. He’s averaged 40.3 games a season. He played 68 games this past year and then again he wasn’t available to play.” Stephen A. Smith solidified his take, saying, “Do you know that Kawhi Leonard hasn’t been available for 15 of the last 19 Clippers playoff games? Do you know that the year that they went to the conference finals, which by the way was without him because he got hurt before they got to the conference finals, do you know they haven’t won a playoff series since?”
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Stephen A Smith Calls Out Kawhi Leonard
“I’m just talking about basketball analysts out there who praise Kawhi Leonard so much: I’m really sick of y’all… He is a superstar when healthy… I can make a case this is the worst superstar in the history of sports.”
– Stephen A. Smith
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— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) May 30, 2024
Stephen A. Smith continued his rant against Kawhi Leonard, saying, “First, let me confess, I’m kind of jealous. I’m kind of jealous, Jay, because somehow, some way, no matter what his lack of availability is, don’t you notice how that’s never the issue come negotiating time?” He then calls out the timing of Kawhi’s availability. he continued, “Right around the time. It’s time to negotiate the brother available. Right around the time to get his money he’s on the court. Right around the time to solve it, to get his money. I mean, you see him in a clip of uniform. All right. But then the second the man get his money, you got an APB out for him and you can’t find the man.”
Smith made it clear that Leonard’s skills on the court were not the focus of his criticism. The main focus of Smith’s argument is Leonard’s persistent lack of availability and involvement off the court. Leonard’s season average during his first four years with the Clippers was a mere 40.3 games. Leonard has missed fifteen of the last nineteen Clippers playoff games, Smith said. Overall, Stephen A. Smith has had it with the Kawhi Leonard talk.
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DJ Akademiks Breaks His Silence On Drake’s “Mob Ties” Reference Track
DJ Akademiks is known for being a massive Drake fan. Overall, he has delivered some massive hot takes about the artist that always seems to get fans riled up. However, these hot takes are overwhelmingly positive towards Drake. Ak has noted that Drizzy is his GOAT and there is nothing anyone can do to convince him otherwise. Whether it be a litany of reference tracks or a loss to Kendrick Lamar in a rap battle, Akademiks will always have respect and admiration for the Canadian megastar.
Speaking of reference tracks, it was revealed earlier this week that Vory helped Drake write the song “Mob Ties.” In fact, Vory did the entire cadence for the hook, and it almost sounded like it was his song at first. That said, many fans have expressed disappointment in Drake, especially since the artist once revealed how much “Mob Ties” meant to him. Meanwhile, DJ Akademiks has mostly remained absent from social media since this information was divulged. Well, he recently broke his silence on stream and revealed his thoughts on the situation.
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DJ Akademiks Speaks
During the stream, Akademiks did note that he is disappointed with Drake. Furthermore, he revealed that Vory messaged him a while back. The message had to do with a clip of Ak claiming that there is no way Vory could have written “Mob Ties.” Vory was kind about it, but it seems like Akademiks got a warning of what was coming. That said, it does seem like much of Ak’s disappointment stems from the fact that Scorpion was Drake’s comeback record. What was he coming back from? The Pusha T beef. In Ak’s eyes, every record on that album should have come Drake, and the fact that he had significant help, it a betrayal of sorts.
Let us know what you think of the “Mob Ties” reference track leak, in the comments section down below. Do you believe that this was actually a big deal? What do you think of Drake moving forward now that so many references have ultimately made their way to the internet? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.
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HoneyKomb Brazy’s Security Guard Pleads Guilty To Federal Gun Charge, Could Face 15 Years In Prison
In December of 2023, HoneyKomb Brazy and two of his bodyguards were pulled over in Mobile, AL, and arrested. Their vehicle was searched, and officers reportedly found two weapons in the vehicle, a Girson MC28 SA 9mm pistol and a Smith and Wesson MP 15 AR pistol. On top of that, police also claim to have found Promethazine and marijuana. As a result, the three of them were hit with federal gun charges. HoneyKomb Brazy was also charged with possession of a controlled substance. They were indicted at the end of January.
One of the bodyguards, Miguel Hall, appeared in court earlier this week where he entered a guilty plea to being a felon in possession of a firearm. It was previously reported that he had been banned from owning a firearm due to a past protection-from-abuse order. Based on court documents obtained by XXL, he’s expected to receive a sentence in September. Hall could be looking at up to 15 years behind bars. He could also face a hefty $250K fine and three years of supervised release once he gets out. Per his plea deal, prosecutors won’t bring any additional charges against him and will recommend a lesser sentence.
Read More: HoneyKomb Brazy Hit With Federal Gun Charge Indictment
Miguel Hall To Be Sentenced In September
As for Brazy, shortly before he was indicted it was revealed that the FBI had been monitoring the rapper for years. Reportedly, he plans to take his case to trial in the near future. His arrest came just shy of a month after he was released from prison after serving roughly 30 months.
It also came after the artist turned himself in, only days after his release, for exposing himself to a police officer back in 2021. What do you think of HoneyKomb Brazy’s bodyguard Miguel Hall pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.
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Ex-TikTok Star Sentenced To Life For Double Murder Involving Wife: What We Know About Ali Abulaban’s Conviction
A former TikTok star, Ali Abulaban, was found guilty on Wednesday of two counts of first-degree murder for the fatal shootings of his estranged wife and another man in their San Diego apartment in 2021. Ali had gained prominence on TikTok for his impersonations of 6ix9ine and Al Pacino’s Scarface, though his trial has undoubtedly overshadowed his viral fame. Abulaban, 31, admitted to killing Ana Abulaban, 28, and Rayburn Barron, 29, but claimed he acted in a moment of rage after discovering the pair together on the sofa. The case has drawn significant attention due to Abulaban’s social media fame and the disturbing details of the crime. As the trial concluded, the jury’s decision brought some closure to a case that has captivated many.
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The Murders & Trial
During the trial, Ali Abulaban didn’t deny killing his wife and Barron, testifying that he “snapped” after finding the two together on a sofa. The charges included special circumstances for multiple murders, ensuring that the TikTok star would receive a life sentence without parole. Prosecutors initially had the option to seek the death penalty but chose not to pursue it, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
The jury began deliberation on Friday before reaching a verdict on Wednesday. This followed an 18-day trial to determine whether the killings were premeditated or, as the defense argued, a result of Abulaban acting in the heat of passion. The defense painted Abulaban’s actions as a result of being “driven to the brink” by his wife’s rejection, in addition to his struggles with cocaine addiction and mental health issues.
Prosecution’s Case
Prosecutors portrayed the ex-TikTok star’s crime as a calculated and deliberate murder. They described Ali Abulaban as a controlling and possessive husband who had physically abused his wife for years. The separation was a significant turning point, leading to the tragic events of October 21, 2021, they said.
On the morning of the murders, Ali Abulaban reportedly installed a microphone app on their daughter’s iPad, and ransacked the unit after entering the apartment once his ex-wife left. Prosecutors claimed he listened in real-time as Ana and Barron conversed and laughed. Then, he returned to the apartment and committed the murders. Surveillance cameras captured his movements, and the audio of the fatal shots was a key piece of evidence in the trial.
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The Day Of The Killings
The events of that fateful day were chilling. Around 3 p.m., Abulaban heard his wife and Barron through the eavesdropping app. He rushed to the building, ascended to the 35th floor, and entered the apartment with a gun. According to prosecutors, he fired multiple shots at close range, killing both victims. Barron was shot three times in the head and neck, while Ana was shot in the forehead. The trial’s dramatic opening included the playing of security camera audio, capturing the shots, a woman’s scream, and the ensuing silence.
Ali Abulaban’s Defense & Testimony
During the trial, Ali Abulaban’s defense presented a narrative of a troubled man driven to a breaking point. His attorney described a tumultuous marriage filled with arguments and reconciliations, asserting that Abulaban’s judgment was impaired by substance abuse and emotional distress.
According to reports, Abulaban’s testimony on the stand was nothing short of volatile. His calm demeanor would often be interrupted by emotional outbursts in court. During his testimony, he stated that he never had the intention to kill anyone but felt overwhelmed by the situation. He also admitted that he called 911 and picked his daughter up from school afterward, telling her, “I hurt mommy.” Furthermore, his mother also took the stand and stated that he not only called her after the killings but also sent her pictures of the bloodied bodies on the couch.
A Marriage Marked By Violence
The relationship between Ali and Ana Abulaban was fraught with violence and control. They met in Japan in 2014, where Ali was serving in the Air Force, ABC 10 reports. Prosecutors alleged that he was discharged from the army after punching his wife in the face. However, Ali refuted, claiming that she actually suffered an injury from a fall. The couple stayed together, moving to Virginia and later to San Diego. Nevertheless, prosecutors believe this specific incident was an early indication of the abuse that she suffered. In San Diego, Ali Abulaban gained popularity on TikTok under the handle JinnKid, known for his comedic impersonations of Al Pacino’s Scarface character and 6ix9ine. Ana often filmed his videos and even appeared in a few of his TikTok clips. Unfortunately, their personal life was far from comedic.
Sentencing & Aftermath
Ali Abulaban is scheduled to be sentenced on June 28, facing life imprisonment without parole. The case has brought to light the dark side of social media fame and the severe consequences of domestic violence. Ana Abulaban’s tragic death serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of abusive relationships and the importance of seeking help. As the community and the nation grapple with the aftermath, the hope remains that Ana Abulaban’s story will inspire more robust support systems for victims of domestic violence and greater awareness of the signs of abusive behavior.
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Diddy Allegedly Broke A Chair Over Shakir Stewart’s Head And Left Him Bloody
Disparaging news about Diddy has come on a seemingly weekly basis throughout 2024. Earlier this month, CNN leaked a video of what appeared to be the rap mogul assaulting Cassie captured on hotel security camera footage. The video is in line with allegations that she made in a lawsuit filed against him last year. That lawsuit served as the first of numerous similar suits filed against him in the months that followed which painted a picture of decades of bad behavior.
Earlier this week Rolling Stone published a damning article revealing stories of Diddy’s alleged behavior in even more detail. They spoke to dozens of former employees and collaborators with very few coming to his defense. One particularly evocative story they shared involved the rap mogul taking revenge out on the man dating his ex Kim Porter. That was record executive Shakir Stewart. Stewart reportedly had a chair broken over his head by Diddy, something corroborated by close friends and even Stewart’s mother in the story. Check out the full story Rolling Stone shared about the rap mogul below.
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Diddy’s Newest Allegations Involves Assault With Chairs
Another story told in Rolling Stone‘s story dealt with The Notorious B.I.G. He’s still one of the most commonly associated artists with Diddy’s label but if not for his untimely death, that could have changed. The report claims he was in the process of separating from his label at the time of his death. That’s led many fans to reconsider how the legendary rapper’s legacy was handled following his passing. The rapper’s mother also recently claimed she wanted to slap the rap mogul for what he allegedly did to Cassie in a statement made earlier this week.
What do you think of the story of Diddy breaking a chair over the hear of Shakir Stewart over his relationship with Kim Porter? Do you believe the story is true an that Stewart was actually left bloody after the encounter? Let us know in the comment section below.
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French Montana Celebrates Major Milestones with Multiple Platinum and Gold Plaques from RIAA
French Montana recently took to Instagram to share a monumental moment in his career. The rapper proudly displayed a collection of new platinum and gold plaques from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), celebrating his significant contributions to music and reflecting on his enduring journey in the industry.
French Montana expressed how much each plaque means to him, thanking his fans and supporters for their unwavering loyalty. He highlighted some of his key musical milestones, underscoring the impact and reach of his work. Notably, his 2017 hit single “Unforgettable,” featuring Swae Lee, stands out as the most streamed record to ever come out of New York, achieving an impressive 12x platinum status.
In addition to “Unforgettable,” French Montana received four gold plaques, including one for “Off the Rip,” a single from the early days of his career in 2013. His diverse discography, featuring hits like “Moses” with Chris Brown and the iconic 4x platinum “Pop That” featuring Drake, Rick Ross, and Lil Wayne, showcases his consistent ability to produce chart-topping music.
Eid came early ! Adding a couple of more plaques to the collection. First slide is the most streamed record that ever came out of New York might be 13x by now @swaelee
The second slide is the record that took the longest to go gold for me, lol. It took ten years but it’s the record that got me signed !
Eid came early ! Adding a couple of more plaques to the collection. First slide is the most streamed record that ever came out of New York might be 13x by now
The second slide is the record that took the longest to go gold for me, lol. It took ten years but it’s the record that… pic.twitter.com/AAlOnnp87u
— French Montana (@FrencHMonTanA) May 28, 2024
French Montana’s achievements underscore a powerful message about perseverance and dedication. As he continues to hustle and create, his body of work resonates with fans and solidifies his place in the music industry.
In celebration of his success, French Montana is taking his talents on the road this summer with the “Gotta See It to Believe It” tour. The tour, powered by Live Nation, will feature special guests Fabolous and Fivio Foreign, promising an electrifying experience for concertgoers.
French Montana’s recent accolades and upcoming tour demonstrate his enduring influence and highlight the incredible milestones of his storied career. Fans can look forward to more unforgettable moments as he continues to make his mark on the music world.
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