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Karrueche Tran Shares Tribute For Her Late Father

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Karrueche Tran has shared a tribute for her later father, DeVon Minters, who passed away, last week. The actress shared the statement while she was at Sundance Film Festival.

“The past seven says have been tough…receiving the call I always feared” she wrote on her Instagram.

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 06: Karrueche attends the Los Angeles Premiere of Universal Pictures “Jurassic World Dominion” on June 06, 2022 in Hollywood. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)

Additionally, she shared numerous photos of the two of them together from throughout the years.

“Making decisions I wasn’t prepared for… being at Sundance which is something I prayed for… trying to celebrate my accomplishments while in pain… feeling so many emotions all at once and at the same time feeling numb” she continued. “Rest in paradise dad.”

When the post was reuploaded by The Shade Room, numerous fans flocked to the comments section to share their support for Tran.

“Sending big love to karreuche as losing a parent is devastating.” one fan wrote.

Another said: “Man,I have a special respect for people who have lost a parent or a child, that’s a different kind of hurt I hope she gets thru this.”

Karrueche Tran was at Sundance to attend the premiere of the film, Divinity.

Tran previously discussed her relationship with her father during an interview with MadamNoire in 2015. At the time, she revealed that her dad was gay.

“I don’t think I’ve ever told anybody this, but my father is gay,” she said, before adding, “I think I never told anybody just because I don’t realize that that’s not necessarily normal. I live my life as me, so it’s just like, ‘Oh, that’s my dad.’”

She added: “Love conquers all. It doesn’t matter what race, what age, how you look or anything… Love is love.”

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Al Brown, Of “The Wire” Fame, Dead At 83

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Al Brown, best known for playing Col. Stan Valchek on the hit HBO series, The Wire, has passed away. He was 83 years old.

Brown’s daughter, Jenny, confirmed her father’s passing in a statement provided to TMZ on Sunday. He passed away in Las Vegas on Friday after a battle with Alzheimer’s.

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His talent manager also announced the death on his official Facebook page for Brown.

“I am sad to let you know that angels came for Al yesterday morning, Friday, January 13, 2023,” the Facebook statement said. “May his memory be a blessing to his family, his friends, and each of you. This page will remain as a testimony to Al’s work and love for his fans.”

The Wire aired from June 2, 2002, through March 9, 2008, comprising of five seasons. It is widely considered one of the best television series of all time. While Brown was a recurring character throughout the show, he had the most screen time in Season 2 while dealing with the dock workers and The Greek. In total, he appeared 20 of the show’s 60 episodes.

In addition to his acclaimed work on The Wire, Brown also made appearances on Rescue Me, Forensic Files, Law & Order: SVU, Commander in Chief, and The Hustler. On the big screen, Brown worked on The Replacements, 12 Monkeys, Lay the Favorite, Red Dragon, and Liberty Heights.

While he’s renowned for his work in the entertainment industry, Brown also served two tours in Vietnam.

Neither Brown’s daughter nor his talent manager has announced any memorial plans.

Check out a clip of Al Brown playing Valchek on The Wire below.

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Robbie Knievel, Son Of Evel Knievel, Dead At 60

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Robbie Knievel, son of the iconic daredevil, Evel Knievel, has passed away at the age of 60. In a statement provided to CNN, his brother, Kelly, confirmed that he had been battling pancreatic cancer for six months.

“He was in hospice for about four days. He had advanced pancreatic cancer,” Kelly Knievel told the outlet.

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Kelly added that Robbie was accompanied by his three daughters when he passed: Krysten Knievel Hansson of Chicago, Karmen Knievel of Missoula, Montana, and Maria Collins of Waldport, Oregon.

Kelly went on to describe his late brother as a “great daredevil.”

“If you’ve ever been to one of his jumps, they were really dangerous, and you can’t really capture the emotional feeling of the danger that you see on TV,” Kelly said.

Robbie began participating in motorcycle stunts in his teens, following in his father’s footsteps. Over the course of his career, Robbie performed 300 jumps and set 20 world records. His success didn’t come without a fair share of hardship as well, having suffered several injuries over the years.

“Injuries took quite a toll on him,” Kelly said.

Reflecting on his relationship with his father in 2019, Robbie explained that they grew closer after his career took off.

“Of the four of us kids, he disciplined me the most, since I was the rebel,” he wrote at the time. “I was the one constantly challenging him and emulating him.”

Services have not yet been scheduled, but Kelly says his brother will be buried with other family members in Butte, Montana. Evel passed away back in 2007 in Clearwater, Florida.

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Gangsta Boo’s Funeral & Memorial Service Details Revealed

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Producer Drumma Boy has revealed the details for Gangsta Boo’s funeral and memorial services. The legendary rapper died earlier this month at the age of 43.

“Been a rough 2023 so far but i know you are finally at peace…” Drumma Boy wrote on Instagram. “Let us come together as we celebrate our legendary queen, sister, & friend! Thank you @missyeahoe for blessing us with your presence!”

ATLANTA, GA – SEPTEMBER 19: Gangsta Boo performs with Run The Jewels at Music Midtown at Piedmont Park on September 19, 2015 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Chris McKay/Getty Images for Live Nation)

A celebration of life is scheduled for the Three 6 Mafia rapper on January 13th. The following morning, funeral services will be held at Brown Baptist Church.

While authorities haven’t determined a cause of death, TMZ reports it to be drug-related, citing a substance laced with fentanyl. The outlet says that she and her brother both went out the night before.

Gangsta Boo’s close friend Delmar Lawrence spoke about her plans for 2023 following her tragic passing.

“She loved what she wanted to do, she had so many plans, so many dreams about what she wanted to do for 2023. I mean, she told me about ’em three days ago,” Lawrence said. “She lost her father and that was a very big blow for her. She was a daddy’s girl and it was many nights I prayed with her and just talked her through her grief. So I’m glad to know she’s at peace.”

He added: “The world only knew her gift. They didn’t know her heart, and she had the biggest heart and loved very hard, and her friends and family who know her they know that…”

Check out the flyer for Gangsta Boo’s funeral and memorial service below.

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Adam Rich, Child Star Of “Eight Is Enough,” Dead At 54

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Adam Rich, the child actor best known for his role in Eight Is Enough, has passed away at the age of 54. Both TMZ and CNN confirmed that Rich died in his Los Angeles home on Saturday. Authorities have yet to release a cause of death, however, law enforcement sources told TMZ that they do not suspect foul play.

Rich’s manager, Danny Deraney, released a statement confirming his passing on Twitter, Sunday.

“Adam was simply a wonderful guy. He was kind, generous and a warrior in the fight against mental illness,” Deraney wrote. “Adam did not have an ounce of ego. He was unselfish and always looked out for those he cared about. Which is why many people who grew up with him feel a part of their childhood gone, and sad today.”

Actors of the television series “Eight is Enough”, Dick Van Patten (top), (bottom, L-R) Grant Goodeve, Adam Rich and Willie Aames. (Photo by Tony Korody/Sygma/Sygma via Getty Images)

He concluded: “He really was Americas Little Brother.”

Eight is Enough ran for five seasons from 1977 to 1981 and was inspired by the life of columnist Tom Braden and his book by the same title.

In addition to his work on Eight is Enough, Rich landed roles on Fantasy Island, Small Wonder, and more. After an appearance on Baywatch in 1993, Rich stepped away from acting for ten years. Then, in 2003, he played himself in the David Spade comedy, Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star. He was also featured in the CNN series The History of the Sitcom in 2021.

“I’m grateful for the joy felt while working on 8!…,” Rich wrote after the series aired. “I do hope it may have brought you some joy as well.”

Check out the statement from Rich’s manager below.

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Donald Trump Facing $10M Lawsuit For Capitol Cop’s 2021 Death

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Some good news on the two-year anniversary of the January 6th US Capitol riots. Former President Donald Trump is now facing a substantial lawsuit as a result of his actions on that fateful day. Specifically, he’s being sued by the family of the late Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick.

As Complex notes, the victim passed away in January 2021. He suffered two strokes following the riots that came as a result of Trump’s failed second presidential run. In April of that year, the USCP released a statement regarding Sicknick’s death. At the time, they noted that they accepted the findings from D.C.’s Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Ultimately, reports say that the officer died of natural causes.

“This does not change the fact Officer Sicknick died in the line of duty, courageously defending Congress and the Capitol,” their aforementioned commentary says. “The Department continues to mourn the loss of our beloved colleague. The attack on our officers, including Brian, was an attack on our democracy.”

Earlier this week, the late man’s longtime partner, Sandra Garza, said in the lawsuit that Sicknick’s death was “a direct and foreseeable consequence” of Trump’s own words. Additionally, Julian Elie Khater and George Pierre Tanios’s names are in reports for allegedly assaulting the now-deceased policeman. They apparently attacked him with spray at the time.

“As a direct and foreseeable consequence of Defendant Trump’s false and incendiary allegations of fraud and theft, and in direct response to Defendant Trump’s express calls for violence at the rally, a violent mob attacked the U.S. Capitol,” the complaint against The Apprentice star reads.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump waits on the ninth tee in his golf cart during the pro-am prior to the LIV Golf Invitational – Bedminster at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster on July 28, 2022 in Bedminster, New Jersey. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/LIV Golf via Getty Images)

“Many participants in the attack have since revealed that they were acting on what they believed to be Defendant Trump’s direct orders in service of their country.”

The suit requests that the court grant relief against the former POTUS and other defendants. Documents ask that everyone “individually pay actual money damages of not less than $10,000,000 to the Plaintiff.”

A specific amount will be set at a later date if the lawsuit is enough to obtain a trial date. In lighter news, Sicknick’s parents accepted the Medal of Honour on his behalf earlier today (January 6).

Read more about Donald Trump’s latest legal antics here, and check back later for any updates on the situation.

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Waka Flocka Flame Reflects On TakeOff’s Death With Shannon Sharpe

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Waka Flocka Flame recently weighed in on the death of Takeoff while speaking with Shannon Sharpe for his podcast, Club Shay Shay. The Migos rapper was shot and killed in Houston back in November during a dice game.

The topic arose when Sharpe brought up the number of rappers who have died in recent years, including Pop Smoke, PnB Rock, Trouble, as well as Takeoff.

“I can’t tell you why, and I never want to speak on nobody’s death, but I could tell you this: when God blesses you, you have to change your ways, you have to evolve — you have to,” Waka said. “I could just say wrong place, wrong time for these guys.”

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – FEBRUARY 08: Rapper Waka Flocka attends “Hip Hop Uncovered” Atlanta premiere at Oak Atlanta on February 08, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

“So, in other words, once you ascend to a certain level, you gotta leave that alone,” Sharpe clarified.

“Oh yeah, I don’t roll dice,” Waka interjected. “With all respect, why would I roll dice with somebody that ain’t in my tax bracket? It’s liable that some shit could happen.”

Sharpe then admitted that he likes to “show you that I don’t think I’m better than you.”

“Boy, I ain’t never been that n***a,” Waka replied. “I watch people die everyday like that — that’s why I ain’t never been him … I ain’t got nothing to prove to y’all.”

While Shannon Sharpe spoke with Waka Flocka Flame, earlier this week, the former NFL star took Tuesday off from his Fox Sports 1 show, Undisputed. Upon return, he and Skip Bayless went at it over a controversial tweet Bayless posted regarding Damar Hamlin.

Check out Waka Flocka Flame’s full discussion with Shannon Sharpe on Club Shay Shay below.

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Dave & Buster’s Co-Founder Dead At 72

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Dave & Buster’s co-founder, James “Buster” Corley, has died at the age of 72. According to TMZ, police discovered him with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound at his home in Dallas, Texas.

A representative for Dave & Buster’s told the outlet that he was “an innovative and creative force” with a “pioneering spirit.”

Atmosphere – Game Room during The Opening of the Times Square Dave & Busters – March 30, 2006 at Dave & Busters – Times Square in New York City, New York, United States. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/FilmMagic)

They continued: “Buster’s passion for hospitality, his demand for excellence, and the deep care he had for his team members were unparalleled. Our hearts go out to his family at this difficult time and while we will miss his wise counsel and his easy laugh, the legacy he and Dave built endures.”

Police are still investigating the incident and have yet to confirm an official cause of death.

“The preliminary investigation determined when officers arrived they found a man with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound,” a police representative said. They transported him to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

“Buster Corley had a stroke four months ago that caused severe damage to the communication and personality part of his brain,” Corley’s daughter Kate told WFAA. “The family asks for privacy during this time.”

Corley and his partner, David Corriveau, opened the first Dave & Buster’s in Dallas back in 1982. They decided on which of their names would come first by way of a coin toss. The two served as co-CEOs from 1982 to 1989 before later selling the business to the retail conglomerate, Edison Brothers. They remained as board members. As of today, Dave & Buster’s has 151 locations in the U.S. and two in Canada.

David Corriveau passed away in 2015 at age 63.

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Keith Murray Says He Warned The Notorious B.I.G. To Leave L.A.

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Keith Murray says that he warned The Notorious B.I.G. to leave Los Angeles prior to his death in 1997. Speaking with The Art Of Dialogue, Murray said that hours before he was gunned down, he spoke with Biggie.

“I said, ‘Big, you know they do not like you out here. Leave! Come back another time,’” Murray recalled saying. “Motherfuckers will walk up and shoot people, literally. Walk up and shoot with AKs and kill people. Motherfuckers was shooting each other left and right with no problem, you feel me?”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK–AUGUST 28: Rapper Keith Murray appears at the Vibe Magazine Fashion Show on August 28, 1996 in New York City. (Photo by Al Pereira/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)

He continued: “I’m in the car with Biggie and he’s asking me this. I said ‘Leave, Big.’ If he woulda left, it woulda blew over. And I felt Biggie Smalls would’ve been alive to this day.”

Afterward, Murry recalled a meeting that went down after Biggie’s death. Murray says the idea of avenging him was discussed.

“I’m edgy right now talking about Big and Pac,” Keith Murray said. “But Big was my man. And he got killed out there like that. And the dude who said they know who killed ’em? Now they saying the police know. But yo, we woulda got them guns and we woulda popped somebody that night in the name of Big. Word.”

Elsewhere in the interview, Murray claimed that he was once intimate with Foxy Brown. He alleged that she was still dating Kurupt at the time.

Following his interview with The Art of Dialogue, Murray is expected to be the first Drink Champs guest of 2023. N.O.R.E. made the announcement last week.

Check out Murray’s interview with The Art of Dialogue below.

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BYU Football Player Dies At 22 After Tragic Construction Accident

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BYU offensive lineman Sione Veikoso has died at the age of 22 after a tragic construction accident. The football team’s head coach, Kalani Sitake, confirmed his passing in a statement on social media.

“We are extremely saddened to learn of the tragic death of one of our brothers, Sione Veikoso,” Sitake wrote on Twitter. “His passing is heartbreaking to all of us. We offer our deepest condolences and prayers to his family as we share in their grief. Our love for you is forever, Sione!”

PALO ALTO, CA – NOVEMBER 26: The BYU Cougars football team including Houston Heimuli #35, Sione Veikoso #72, Kingsley Suamataia #78, Alden Tofa #51, Joe Tukuafu #52, Lorenzo Fauatea #55, Peter Falaniko #68 and others pose for a group photo prior to an NCAA college football game against the Stanford Cardinal on November 26, 2022 at Stanford Stadium in Palo Alto, California. (Photo by David Madison/Getty Images)

The BYU football program also offered its condolences in a statement: “On behalf of the entire BYU Football family, our thoughts and prayers are with Sione’s family and friends during this extremely difficult time. Rest in Love Sione. God be with you till we meet again.”

The accident occurred in his hometown of Kailua, Hawai’i, on Friday. A total of six men were on the site when a 15-foot retaining rock wall collapsed and trapped three of them. After emergency personnel cleared the rubble, they pronounced Veikoso dead on the scene.

Veikoso began his collegiate career at Arizona State but transferred to BYU in the summer of 2022. While at BYU, he played in one game as a redshirt freshman.

Prior to college, Veikoso played for Kailua High School in Hawai’i before serving a full-time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Manaus, Brazil, from 2018-20.

Check out the statement from Kalani Sitake below.

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