Month: September 2024

Pharrell Wished Chad Hugo ‘The Absolute Best,’ Despite The Neptunes No Longer Speaking

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That sound you just heard was millions of millennials crying out in anguish as yet another part of their childhoods died today. In a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Pharrell Williams confirmed that he and his former production partner Chad Hugo, with whom he’d collaborated as The Neptunes throughout the late ’90s and 2000s, are no longer on speaking terms after Hugo filed a lawsuit against him over the use of their group name.

When asked about the status of their relationship, Pharrell replied only, “I always wish him the absolute best.” Pressed about whether the two are on speaking terms, he admitted, “No. But I love him, and I always wish him the absolute best, and I’m very grateful for our time together.”

The Neptunes collectively produced dozens of hits throughout their tenure as a hotly demanded duo, working with Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Gwen Stefani, Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake, Ludacris, Nelly, Snoop Dogg, and more. The duo also formed two-thirds of the experimental rock trio N.E.R.D. with Shay Haley, producing five albums from 2001 to 2017.

Hugo sued Williams in April after Pharrell allegedly filed for trademarks for the Neptunes’ name without including his former partner. Chad’s attorneys said this violated their standing agreement to split the group’s profits 50/50, while Pharrell’s reps argued that they had attempted to contact Hugo several times with no success.

Despite not speaking to Pharrell, Chad’s voice will be heard in Pharrell’s animated biopic, Piece By Piece, which uses documentary interviews with collaborators like Jay-Z and Kendrick Lamar, who weren’t informed of its animated nature.

Big Sean Cites Eminem Collab As A “Full Circle Moment” For His Career

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Big Sean is a humble guy. He brags a lot in his raps, but he’s generally considered to be one of the coolest rappers of his generation when it comes to personability. He’s deferential to the people who inspired him, even when they aren’t reciprocating (i.e. Kanye West). Sean has always held Eminem in high regard, especially given their shared hometown of Detroit. Big Sean and Em collaborated on the single “Tobey” earlier this year, and the former made it clear that it was a huge deal for him.

Big Sean talked about the collaboration on the VMA’s red carpet. Eminem performed at the event, and Sean Don took the time to give the Detroit legend his flowers. “I’m happy to be a part of that album as well. For sure, for sure,” he told Billboard. Sean also revealed that The Slim Shady LP was the first album he ever bought. He idolized Eminem, and felt that working on The Death of Slim Shady was a nice bit of symmetry for him personally. “It was the first album I bought from Costco with my birthday money,” the rapper recalled. “That was way back. To be on The Death of Slim Shady was a full-circle moment.”

Read More: Big Sean Gives Rich Homie Quan His Flowers After His Passing

Big Sean Claims The Slim Shady LP Was His First CD

A lot has changed in the 25 years since The Slim Shady LP dropped. Sean has had a stellar career, one that Eminem himself has praised. Em cited Big Sean, alongside J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar, as the artists who inspire him to keep rapping in 2022. “What I hyper-focus on is people like Kendrick Lamar, Joyner Lucas, J. Cole and Big Sean,” he told People Magazine. “Watching them and how the f*ck they’re doing their sh*t. Because they’re also focused on being the best rappers.”

Big Sean also talked about the reception to his own album at the VMAs. Better Me Than You has not performed as well as the rapper’s previous releases. Well, that’s putting it mildly. It garnered the lowest selling first week sales of his entire career, at just 22K. Despite this disappointing stat, Big Sean remains steadfast in the album’s quality. “Its a fire a*s album,” he told VMA reporters. “Slightly being a little slept on to me but you know the fans is locked in.”

Read More: USHER Gives Big Sean His Blessing To Sample His Work In Wholesome Resurfaced Clip

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Lil Tay Diagnosed With “Life-Threatening” Heart Tumor

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Yesterday, several posts on Lil Tay’s social media accounts prompted concern among her followers. One of the posts claimed that her team had “devastating news” about the personality, and the other revealed that she was in the ICU. Of course, some fans were immediately suspicious, as her death has been faked in the past. Despite this, whoever’s running her X account insists their claims are legit. They shut down a community note claiming that her health scare was a hoax today.

“This community note is by a random kid, the note is extremely immoral and hateful,” Lil Tay’s account wrote. “Especially as Lil Tay is dealing with a life-threatening emergency.” They went on to retweet a supportive post from one fan, who said Lil Tay hinted at having a condition in a merch drop a few months ago.

Read More: Lil Tay In The ICU For “Life-Threatening Emergency,” Her Social Media Accounts Claim

Lil Tay’s X Account Shares More Details Of Her Life-Threatening Health Emergency

At first, it was unclear exactly what landed her in the hospital in such serious condition. Now, however, her account has revealed that she’s been diagnosed with a heart tumor. “Tay has been diagnosed with a life threatening heart tumor. We ask kindly for everyone’s love and prayers,” they wrote. The post arrived alongside a clip of a doctor going over an ultrasound of Lil Tay’s heart. Some social media users aren’t convinced still, prompting her X account to

This community note is misleading, as something is indeed wrong with Tay. Last time, it was her absentee father who hacked into her accounts and faked her death. However, this time, she is in the ICU. She was diagnosed with a heart tumor. But we will keep you updated as we receive more information. Please continue to pray for Tay. What do you think of Lil Tay’s social media accounts claiming she’s been diagnosed with a heart tumor? What about some fans still refusing to believe it? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

Read More: Lil Tay’s “Death” Sparks Suspicion

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Rick Ross Hilariously Roasts Shannon Sharpe Over IG Live Controversy

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Shannon Sharpe was the talk of the internet on September 11. Which is saying a lot. Besides the obvious significance of the date, social media was ablaze with VMA hot takes and new Kendrick Lamar songs. We did not expect to hear Sharpe having sex via Instagram Live, and yet, it happened. The commentator got on his Night Cap podcast to address the controversy, and apologize to his followers. Despite his earnest response, celebs like Rick Ross couldn’t resist getting their jokes in.

Rick Ross took to Instagram Live to poke fun at Sharpe’s social media mishap. The rapper went for a night stroll and took a few comical. jabs at the commentator’s misfortune. “We forgive you,” he stated. “Because we know you old n**gas don’t know how to work that technology.” Rick Ross is only eight years younger than Shannon Sharpe, but sure. Rozay proceeded to detail what he thinks happened between Sharpe and his unidentified partner. “You were trying to film it,” the rapper said, alluding to Sharpe’s “activities.” “And when you tried to set it down on the dresser, that motherf*cka went live.”

Read More: Cam’ron & Mase Have A Wild Theory About Shannon Sharpe’s Instagram Sex Scandal

Rick Ross Clowned Sharpe For Not Knowing Technology

Rick Ross got a good laugh out of his theory, but Shannon Sharpe’s explanation was not quite as exciting. Sharpe claimed that he threw his phone on the bed prior to engaging in sexual activity, and simply hit a button by accident. Sharpe doubled down on his claim by noting that he’s never posted on Instagram Live before this incident. “I’m very disappointed in myself I let a lot of people down,” Sharpe asserted. There was immediate speculation as to whether there would be repercussions for Sharpe’s IG Live fiasco.

Fortunately, for him, ESPN has decided not to take action. Sharpe was absent from ESPN’s First Take show on Thursday, which furthered the online speculation, but TMZ set the record straight. The outlet noted that Shannon Sharpe typically has Thursday and Friday off from First Take, and is expected to return on Monday, September 16. Furthermore, ESPN has no plans to punish or fire the commentator. Fans everywhere can relax, and simply laugh at the situation like Rick Ross did.

Read More: Rick Ross Slams “Incompetent” Officer Who Detained Tyreek Hill

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Diddy Files Emergency Motion To Dismiss $100 Million Lawsuit

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Diddy is trying to avoid paying $100 million to Derrick Lee Cardello-Smith. The disgraced mogul was recently ordered to pay the plaintiff over claims of sexual assault dating back to 1997. It looks as though he’s trying to find a legal workaround, however. TMZ reported that Diddy filed an emergency motion to get the Cardello-Smith’s lawsuit thrown, thereby nullifying the payment. The reasoning? He claims that he was never technically served the lawsuit by Cardello-Smith or his legal team.

Per TMZ, Diddy asserts that he was not aware of the lawsuit until media outlets reached out to him for comment. The mogul is also claiming that the statute of limitations has expired, since Cardello-Smith never served him in the first place. The outlet notes that Diddy’s motion would effectively kill two birds with one stone if effective. It would mean the Bad Boy founder doesn’t have to pay $100 million. It would also mean that he could deny all accusations made against him. For context, Cardello-Smith claims that Diddy spiked his drink at a party, and when he woke up, the latter joked about having had assaulted him.

Read More: Diddy Accused Of Deceiving The Court In Lil Rod Harassment Lawsuit

Diddy Allegedly Assaulted The Plaintiff In 1997

This is not the first attempt that Diddy has made to discredit Cardello-Smith’s claims. The producer’s legal team pointed to Cardello-Smith’s criminal record and personal history as a means of discrediting his lawsuit. “The man who filed it is a convicted rapist,” Diddy’s legal team noted in a statement. “Who is lying about all of the allegations in the lawsuit.” It’s likely that Diddy is trying to get out of his financial obligation to Cardello-Smith before he’s required to make his first payment. According to the court, he will have to pay the convict $10 million a month starting in October.

Diddy has more legal problems around the corner. Dawn Richards, a former member of the girl group Danity Kane, sued the mogul for sexual assault and battery on September 10. The singer claimed that Diddy assaulted her, deprived her of sleep, and refused to pay her what she was owed. Furthermore, Richards asserts that she witnessed the Bad Boy founder assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Cassie, in many instances.

Read More: Diddy Receives Laundry List Of Disturbing Allegations From Danity Kane Singer Dawn Richard

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Happy 47th Birthday To The One And Only 2 Chainz!

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On this date in 1977, Mr. 2 Necklaces was born Tauheed Epps in Atlanta, Georgia. Today, the man who once called himself “Tity Boi” has morphed into one of the games most prolific personalities with one of the most consistent careers of the decade.

His name change in 2011 and Based On A TRU Story album boosted Chainz to the status that you see today with his Welcome 2 Collegrove album to his Most Expensivest series on Vice. From his CEO Millionaires clothing company to the TRU record label, 2 Chainz has solidified his place in the game through music and fashion, two of the most recognizable staples of his persona.

Salute to Chainz on his birthday today and many more hereafter!

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Rick Ross Slams “Incompetent” Officer Who Detained Tyreek Hill

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Over the weekend, Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill was detained just hours before his game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Miami-Dade Police Department Director Stephanie V. Daniels later issued a statement in response to the incident, revealing that one of the officers involved had been placed on administrative leave.

“Following the incident involving Tyreek Hill, I have initiated an Internal Affairs investigation to ensure a thorough review of the matter. One of the officers involved in the incident has been placed on administrative duties while the investigation is conducted,” she said. “I’m committed to transparency and accountability to the community with any situation involving my officers.” Bodycam footage of the traffic stop was later released. It shows Hill being forcibly removed from his vehicle and thrown on the ground.

Read More: Tyreek Hill Traffic Stop Footage Released By Police: What We Know So Far

Rick Ross Calls Out Officer Who Detained Tyreek Hill

Ultimately, he was left in handcuffs for roughly 20 minutes and released. The officers’ aggressive demeanor quickly gained attention online, however. As social media users continue to comment on the upsetting footage, Rick Ross has weighed in, slamming the officer who pulled him out of his car. According to Ross, Hill simply rolled his window up after handing over his license to prevent onlookers from recognizing him and gathering at the scene. The incident took place right in front of the stadium where he was playing that night. This means it’s likely that there were fans around. “You st*pid motherf*cker, he was doing that to stop a riot from beginning,” he explained.

Ross continued, also claiming that the officer who detained Hill is incompetent, as is whoever’s in charge of the officer. What do you think of Tyreek Hill getting detained during a traffic stop earlier this month? What about Rick Ross’ reaction to the incident? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Megan Thee Stallion Pays Homage To Beyonce & Britney Spears At The MTV VMAs

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As host of the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, there was a lot on Megan Thee Stallion’s mind last night (Wednesday, September 11). But one thing she certainly didn’t forget about was to pay tribute to iconic VMAs history, current big moments in pop culture, and two superstars who represent these pillars to a tee. The Houston femcee recreated Beyonce’s stunning one-piece outfit in red, white, and blue that she used to introduce Team USA for the 2024 Olympic Games. Then, she replicated Britney Spears’ classic outfit for her 2001 VMAs performance of “I’m A Slave 4 U,” complete with a snake that scared the living daylights out of her. “I tried to hold it down for Britney,” Meg shared.

Of course, we know how much Megan Thee Stallion loves her Houston, Texas sister Beyoncé. “Yall i have been ugly crying with my lace lifting all weekend lol,” she expressed on Instagram, where she posted a video of her performing with Queen Bey at their home city’s RENAISSANCE tour stop. “I will never stop screaming about this moment! I have loved @beyonce MY WHOLE LIFE. This means EVERYTHING TO ME!!! I love you [queen bee emoji] thank you thank you thank you for everything.”

Read More: Megan Thee Stallion & GloRilla’s Love For Beyonce Sparks An Interesting Debate Amongst Fans

Megan Thee Stallion’s Tributes To Beyonce & Britney Spears

Elsewhere, Megan Thee Stallion hasn’t said much publicly about Britney Spears to our knowledge, but this homage certainly makes that admiration and inspiration clear. Overall, it seemed like she had a great time as host and performer. However, now fans are wondering whether the “NDA” MC is sharing these moments with a special someone, as folks recently spotted her out with Torrey Craig in New York City. New relationship rumors are hot off the presses…

Meanwhile, Megan Thee Stallion might have even more stuff planned for 2024, as she just released a single with RM titled “Neva Play.” We wonder whether or not 2025 will be as busy of a year for her, although there’s certainly a lot to compete with when you look at the past nine months or so. A full album rollout and momentary Nicki Minaj beef sound absolutely exhausting. But when you don’t have a lot of motivation, inspiration, or energy, you can always count on the OGs to give you that spark again.

Read More: Megan Thee Stallion Unleashes “We Will Rock You” Remake For New Pepsi Ad

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