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Scientists Claim You Could Upload Dead Loved Ones To Computers By End Of 2023

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Dr. Pratik Desai, a Silicon Valley computer scientist, says that you may be able to upload your dead loved ones onto your computer by the end of the year. In a post on Twitter, Friday, Desai predicted that a human being’s “consciousness” could be uploaded onto digital devices using videos, voice recordings, documents, and photos of the person. They could then create an A.I. system to recreate that person.

“Start regularly recording your parents, elders and loved ones,” Desai advised in his post, as noted by the New York Post. “With enough transcript data, new voice synthesis and video models, there is a 100% chance that they will live with you forever after leaving physical body. This should be even possible by end of the year.”

The 2022 World Robot Conference In Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA – AUGUST 18: A boy points to the AI robot Poster during the 2022 World Robot Conference at Beijing Etrong International Exhibition on August 18, 2022 in Beijing, China. The 2022 World Robot Conference kicked off on Thursday in Beijing. (Photo by Lintao Zhang/Getty Images)

Desai wasn’t the only voice to echo this theory. A company called Somnium Space is offering an AI-based “live forever” mode that will require massive amounts of personal data. “Literally, if I die — and I have this data collected — people can come or my kids, they can come in, and they can have a conversation with my avatar, with my movements, with my voice,” founder and CEO Artur Sychov told Vice. “You will meet the person. And you would maybe for the first 10 minutes while talking to that person, you would not know that it’s actually A.I. That’s the goal.”

One A.I. platform called Deepcake has also created a “digital twin” of Bruce Willis. They hope that the actor’s likeness will be able to appear on-screen despite his retirement from acting. Willis retired after being diagnosed with aphasia, a brain disorder that affects his ability to communicate. Earlier this year, he was also diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. In Willis’ case, his estate will have final say on the projects the artificial version will appear in.

Pratik Desai’s Prediction On Twitter

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DMX Fans Remember Late Rapper On 2nd Anniversary Of His Death

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Fans and friends of the late DMX reflected on the impact of the legendary rapper on the second anniversary of his death, Sunday. The It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot rapper died on April 9, 2021, at the age of 50. His official cause of death was listed as a cocaine-induced heart attack.

“Long live my Dog 4 Life @dmx THE GREAT,” Swizz Beatz captioned a post for his longtime collaborator. The late rapper’s crew also announced a Ryde Out event for DMX. “Save the date! On April 9th please join the Ruff Ryders Family as we celebrate and remember our brother DMX and all our fallen Soldiers with our NYC Ryde Out!” they wrote on Instagram. “Please bring all your family and friends for a day full of food, fun, games, and music. More details information to come.”

DMX Mural In Yonkers

YONKERS, NEW YORK – JULY 13: The official mural of DMX is unveiled on July 13, 2021 in Yonkers, New York. (Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Def Jam)

Others to share posts for DMX included Wyclef Jean, Eve, Missy Elliott, and more. In addition to the myriad of artists, many fans also published tributes online. “Two years ago today we lost one of the greatest hiphop artistes of all time, The Great DMX, Rest In Power King,” wrote one fan on Twitter. Another added: “Today is the 2nd Anniversary of the passing of DMX…Let’s Celebrate his Life and and Legacy today!! You were one of the Realist ‘X’ Inside and Out and we will NEVER forget you or your Music!! R.I.P.”

Shortly after DMX’s passing, a memorial service was held at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. At the event, Swizz Beatz called out people for not being more supportive of the rapper prior to his death. “I just wish all these people showed up for him when he was here. You got thousands of people claiming who they are and tickets and things like that,” he said. “This man needed everybody. He didn’t need everybody when he’s not here, he needed everybody when he was here. We have to learn to celebrate each other while we’re here … I don’t want y’all to show up to my shit when I’m gone, unless you was showing up while I was here.”

DMX Tributes

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Nipsey Hussle’s “Victory Lap” Almost Didn’t Get Released, MyGuyMars Recalls

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Nipsey Hussle‘s 2018 album Victory Lap almost didn’t happen, according to MyGuyMars. The producer reflected on the making of Nipsey’s iconic album during a recent interview with HipHopDX. He explained to the outlet that almost everyone working on it was unsure it would ever be finished.

“I definitely remember the conversations [about Victory Lap] from Nip, but I remember more-so the conversations from everybody else saying it’s not coming out,” MyGuyMars told interviewer Jeremy Hecht. “It was crazy because he had an era where he was low-key blackballed and then you know, a gangsta from L.A. is not the most accepted internationally. So it was like the odds were really against us so we had to do more than anybody else to break these records, to break him.”

Nipsey Hussle Performing At The BET Awards

LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 24: Nipsey Hussle performs onstage at Live! Red! Ready! Pre-Show, sponsored by Nissan, at the 2018 BET Awards at Microsoft Theater on June 24, 2018, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for BET)

He continued: “It was even songs like the songs that y’all hear now. We had to go in and really treat ourselves like if we were the other producers. We were competing with ourselves. Like take the beat out and do another beat or take the vocal and try something else. So I think with Nipsey having that energy and us challenging each other, that’s what made the songs the greatest songs and the greatest stories and people feel like, ‘Dang, I’m riding on Crenshaw right now,’ or, ‘I could see the songs and it sound like it look!’ Because he was very intentional like you said about how he wanted to convey the things and because we knew that info we were able to convey it sonically.”

He also explained that there was pressure to “create the best that you can” while in the studio for the project. From there, MyGuyMars revealed that the team took influence from Dr. Dre and his work on Doggystyle and The Chronic. “We studied what Dre was doing with Doggystyle, The Chronic. These are classic projects and we wanted to do a classic project and that was Nip’s whole thing. He was like, ‘In order to do a classic project, I have to have my main producers and establish a sound.’ So like anything that happened, it came through us. Even if it was outside producers – if we had to retouch the beats, if we had to remake the beats. But that’s why I feel like the energy was so fire because you had to come with your A-game or don’t come in the studio.”

MyGuyMars On The Making Of “Victory Lap”

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Questlove, Japanese Breakfast, & More Pay Tribute To Ryuichi Sakamoto

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Ryuichi Sakamoto, the legendary Japanese composer who rose to prominence as a member of the Yellow Magic Orchestra, passed away at the age of 71. In the wake of the announcement, Questlove, Japanese Breakfast, and many other artists shared tributes for the late musician on social media. Sakamoto was initially diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014 but appeared to be doing well for quite some time. In 2021, he announced that the cancer had returned.

“While undergoing treatment for cancer discovered in June 2020, Sakamoto continued to create works in his home studio whenever his health would allow,” Sakamoto’s management, Commmons, wrote in a statement. “He lived with music until the very end. We would like to express our deepest gratitude to his fans and all those who have supported his activities, as well as the medical professionals in Japan and the U.S. who did everything in their power to cure him. In accordance with Sakamoto’s strong wishes, the funeral service was held among his close family members.”

Ryuichi Sakamoto With David Byrne At The Academy Awards

LOS ANGELES – APRIL 11: Composer Ryuichi Sakamoto, musician David Byrne of Talking Heads and composer Cong Su attend the 60th Annual Academy Awards on April 11, 1988 at Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ron Galella, Ltd/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)

Questlove paid tribute in an Instagram post, writing: “Thank You Ryuichi Sakamoto for your gifts. Sad to see another force leave this planet. Even if he name isn’t familiar his influence on ANY artist you ever tested your b-boy b-girl poppin/lockin/breakdance/electric boogie sites HIM as their god.”

Close friend and collaborator, Alva Noto, also wrote on Twitter: “We will miss you on this side of life. A void is left that I cannot fully grasp at the moment. Our deepest condolences to those who were closest to him.” Japanese Breakfast further remarked, “I am so so sad. What a loss.”

Over the course of his career, Sakamoto won an Oscar, a BAFTA, a Grammy, as well as 2 Golden Globe Awards as a film-score composer. He worked on The Last Emperor, The Revenant, Snake Eyes, and more over the years.

Ryuichi Sakamoto Tributes

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Boosie Badazz Says Whitney Houston Was “Everything To Me”

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Boosie Badazz reflected on the death of Whitney Houston during a new interview with Vlad TV. Speaking with the outlet, Boosie remarked that the late singer was “everything to me.” The topic of her death came up while discussing the passing of Three 6 Mafia rapper Gansta Boo, which was allegedly linked to Fentanyl.

“Drugs just fuck everything up,” he said. “I hate what it did to Whitney Houston. I hate that. That woman was everything to me. Her drug [usage] made the whole fucking world lose respect for that woman.”

Boosie On Stage In Georgia

COLLEGE PARK, GEORGIA – AUGUST 15: Boosie Badazz performs onstage during The Parking Lot Concert Series at Georgia International Convention Center on August 15, 2020, in College Park, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

From there, Boosie called out a hypocrisy he believes exists regarding Whitney Houston. Explaining why he feels the world is “shaped” wrong, he asked why the NFL called off the Buffalo Bills game against the Cincinnati Bengals after Bills safety Demar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest, but Clive Davis continued with his iconic pre-Grammy gala after Whitney Houston died earlier that day. “The disrespect for that fucking woman,” Boosie remarked.

Houston died on February 11 at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, California. A month later, the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office reported that her death was the result of drowning and the “effects of atherosclerotic heart disease and cocaine use.” Toxicology results also revealed the use of diphenhydramine (Benadryl), alprazolam (Xanax), cannabis, and cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril).

As for Gangsta Boo, the iconic Three 6 Mafia rapper was found dead at her home in Memphis, Tennessee, on January 1, 2023, at the age of 43. While officials didn’t release a cause of death, an overdose is suspected. The rapper’s mother Veronica Mitchell and the rest of her family released a statement after her passing. “The Mitchell family would like to thank everyone for their condolences regarding the untimely death of Lola ‘Gangsta Boo’ Mitchell,” the message read. “The family is asking for your continued prayers and privacy as we process the loss of our loved one.”

Boosie’s Conversation With “VladTV”

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NFL Ref Bill Leavy Passes Away, Twitter Reacts

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The NFL is celebrating the life of longtime official Bill Leavy. Leavy passed away on Wednesday, according to NFL executive Walt Anderson. The nineteen-year officiating veteran was 76 years old. Anderson stated that the cause of death has yet to be announced. Bill Leavy’s biggest career moment was the time he was selected to officiate Super Bowl 34. The contest featured the Tennessee Titans and the St. Louis Rams. The game went on to be one of the more iconic Super Bowls, with the Titans falling just short of a game-tying touchdown.

Anderson had plenty to say on just who Bill Leavy the person was. “Always kind and thoughtful,” Anderson further lamented his thoughts by saying, “Bill was instrumental in mentoring countless young officials throughout his career.” In a time where officiating is heavily scrutinized, an official like Levy remains revered. Many in the NFL community took to Twitter to celebrate the life of the NFL official.

Celebrating The Life Of Bill Leavy

Everyone from the media, colleagues, and former players extended their sympathies to the Leavy family. All are in agreement that Leavy is the perfect example of what an NFL official should be. As well as how someone should conduct their own lives. The NFL lost a special person in the passing of Leavy. Leavy called it a career in 2014. A career that began in 1995 went full circle as Leavy was awarded the Art McNally award in 2019. An award that is given to the greatest officials of the sport.

A sad day in the NFL. However, even through the sadness, everyone has been able to share the positive impact that Leavy left behind. Which is the best thing a person can do. Do you have any stories on games that Leavy officiated in his career? Any fun moments that you can recall during his tenure? Drop a story in our comment section below. For more NFL news, stay with us at HNHH. Before signing off, I would like to extend my sympathy to the family of Bill Leavy. A true professional of NFL officiating and a great human being.

Twitter Reacts

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PnB Rock’s Girlfriend Addresses People Blaming Her For His Death

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PnB Rock’s tragic passing hit many very hard, yet his girlfriend recently addressed those hurt souls who blamed her for his death. Moreover, many believe that by sharing their location, she ultimately caused the shooting that took his life. However, with time to process, she took to Instagram to share her perspective. “This to everyone who thought they was gonna bully me off the internet,” she wrote in an IG post. “For those tryna tear me down at my lowest and didn’t apologize…I still forgave you. And thanks to everyone who had my back and was taking up for me. Thank you for praying for me and my family. Love you guys!!!”

Moreover, Stephanie Sibounheuang expressed going through a really rough time after Rock’s loss, something online hate didn’t ease. “I’m not doing so well, but God is keeping me; he got to stand on me,” she remarked in an interview with Baller Alert. So, right now, I’m just on this journey with God. Like, I’m just walking with him, no distractions. I’m pure. I haven’t had, well, of course, I haven’t had sex with nobody, but I haven’t been talking to nobody. I’m just aligned with God.”

PnB Rock’s Girlfriend Responds To Blame Accusations For His Death

Another loved one of PnB Rock’s to recently honor his memory was his brother PnB Meech. Furthermore, he recently released the song “Feel Numb” that reflects on his brother’s passing and the mindset he found himself in afterwards. “I’ve been going through it, I’m like ‘When I’m gon’ get enough?’” he raps on the song. “N***as took Rock, and now I’m drunk tryna kill somethin’ / 30 on me, I’mma let this pop for my day ones / N***as with me, and we all gon’ ride ’til our day come.”

Meanwhile, Steph also recently asked fans to stream Rock’s only independent song “Luv Me Again.” On that topic, some posthumous releases might reward the label more than the artist’s family and close ones. As such, at least his girlfriend is there to set the record straight on Rock’s music and make sure he’s remembered well. Let us know your favorite PnB Rock song in the comments and stick around on HNHH for the latest on the rapper’s memory and legacy.

Kelis Reflects On Losing Her Husband To Cancer & How It Impacted Her Wellness Journey

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Kelis reflected on the death of her husband, Mike Mora, one year after the fact in a post on Instagram, earlier this week. In a series of videos included in the upload, Kelis discussed how her wellness journey has changed since his passing. Mora died of stomach cancer in March 2022. The two had been married since 2014.

“It’s been exactly a year… that’s crazy to me,” Kelis wrote in the caption of the post. “I’m a very private person generally, especially when there is family involved. But there is no denying the impact and evolution my husband’s passing has had on my life.”

Kelis Performing In Australia

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – FEBRUARY 12: Kelis performs on stage during the Good Vibrations music festival at Centennial Park on February 12, 2011 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)

She continued: “I get asked all the time how I started this journey. It’s a much longer conversation but in short what we were dealing with here pushed me so deep into understanding our bodies and how our minds and emotions are so interlocked you can not treat one without the other. Our thoughts and intentions are as powerful and key as our skin health and fitness. I want to live well and this is me sharing what I know to be true.”

As for the video, Kelis explains that she started on her wellness and farming journey when she was pregnant years ago. “I just wanted to eat well,” she said of her motivations. “When I got pregnant that’s when I really started to care and think about it.” She then discussed the importance of good nutrition. “I moved to the farm and we wanted to separate ourselves from all the silly things that had us stressed out and worried and angst and all these things that didn’t really matter,” she said. “So when you think about wellness and we think about health, it really is something that you can take control of with a little bit of thought. Just think a little bit more about it and always support your local farmers. Support your Black farmers. Why? Because we care.” Check out Kelis’ recent post below.

Kelis’ Wellness Journey

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Lance Reddick’s Wife Breaks Silence After Actor’s Death

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Lance Reddick’s wife, Stephanie Reddick, shared a statement on the late actor’s social media pages on Saturday. The actor, best known for his roles in The Wire and John Wick, passed away on Friday at the age of 60.

“Lance was taken from us far too soon. Thank you for all your overwhelming love, support and beautiful stories shared on these platforms over the last day,” she shared in the caption. “I see your messages and can’t begin to express how grateful I am to have them. And to the thousands of Destiny players who played in special tribute to Lance, thank you. Lance loved you as much as he loved the game.” She also directed Lance’s followers here, where they can donate to Mom Cares to help under-supported mothers with NICU experiences in his hometown of Baltimore. The organization provides prenatal and postpartum doula care, including transportation, advocacy, self-care opportunities, and nutritious meals to mothers as well as their families.

Lance & Stephanie Reddick

HOLLYWOOD, CA – JANUARY 30: Actor Lance Reddick and Stephanie Reddick attend the premiere of ‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ sponsored by Carl F. Bucherer at ArcLight Hollywood on January 30, 2017 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Tiffany Rose/Getty Images for Carl F. Bucherer )

Keanu Reeves and John Wick director Chad Stahelski released a joint statement in response to Lance’s death on Friday. “We are deeply saddened and heartbroken at the loss of our beloved friend and colleague Lance Reddick,” the pair wrote. “He was the consummate professional and a joy to work with. Our love and prayers are with his wife Stephanie, his children, family and friends. We dedicate the film to his loving memory. We will miss him dearly.”

In addition to John Wick and The Wire, Lance also had notable roles in the television shows Fringe and Bosch. Additionally, he lent his voice to several popular video games including Horizon Zero Dawn and the Destiny franchise. A specific cause of death for the late actor has not been noted; however, his representative, Mia Hansen, confirmed that his passing came “suddenly” and was the result of “natural causes.”

Stephanie’s Post

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Speaker Knockerz’s Mother Reflects On Her Son’s Death

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Speaker Knockerz’s mother, Mesha Wilson, addressed the various theories surrounding her son’s tragic 2014 death during an appearance on the Drea O Show, published on Monday. She says that “95 percent” of reports she’s seen regarding his death have been inaccurate.

“I’ve learned a lot, you know, listening to and reading some of the things that people say,” Wilson said during the discussion. “It’s like, whatever they put out in the media that people believe in and then when I see some of the things that they say, it’s not true at all. Like, 95 percent of the things that they say is not true. My son did not die of any type of drug substance or anything like that and he did not have a heart attack. I just want to clear that up. That’s not what happened to him.”

Speaker Knockerz’s Mom On The “Drea O Show”

Wilson further added that ‘“none of the stuff that they’re saying out there is the truth.” “When the toxicology came back, those things were not there,” Wilson said. She noted that she’s not fully ready to talk about “that portion” of his life. Elsewhere during the discussion, Wilson reflected on her son’s life, the time he spent with his father, and much more.

The full interview was released on the nine-year anniversary of Speaker Knockerz’s death. The up-and-coming rapper was found dead in his garage in his South Carolina home at just 19 years old in March 2014. Foul play was not suspected and an autopsy from the time showed no signs of trauma. In the end, his death was ruled as being from natural causes. Despite his short career, Speaker Knockerz created an impactful legacy with his music. He was best known for his songs “RICO Story,” as well as “Lonely,” and more. The last song he released prior to his death was “Erica Kane,” which received a music video release posthumously. Tons of rappers have shown love for Speaker Knockerz since his passing including Lil Uzi Vert, Denzel Curry, Tee Grizzley, Kevin Gates, and more. Check out the music video for “Lonely” below.

The “Lonely” Music Video

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