This week, Derrick Hayes, the founder and CEO of Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks, joined forces with DJ Khaled and Jay “Jeezy” Jenkins for a day of golf in Miami, FL. The trio came together to support Jeezy’s philanthropic endeavors and enjoy a day of friendly competition on the golf course in celebration of the money raised at the 3rd annual Sno Ball Gala fundraiser.
Derrick Hayes had previously attended the Sno Ball Gala, created and hosted by his friend, Mr. Jenkins, in October. During the event, he placed a generous donation to the foundation. The Sno Ball Gala is a charitable event that raises funds for Jeezy’s Street Dreamz Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Street Dreamz Foundation is dedicated to empowering at-risk youth and fostering their leadership skills through various programs. The foundation’s mission is to encourage independence, respect for others, and motivate each child to reach their ultimate potential in their area of interest.
Derrick Hayes, known for his successful business ventures, is no stranger to supporting causes that make a positive impact on the community. He continues to demonstrate his commitment to philanthropy and empowering the next generation.
D.L. Hughley recently spoke with Jason Lee of Hollywood Unlocked, and their conversation ranged across a lot of topics. However, one of the most salient and notable points of their interview emerged through the topic of DJ Khaled. Moreover, Hughley believes that Khaled has completely and erroneously ignored the conflict between Israel and Palestine that is resulting in all-out war. For those unaware, the We The Best Music mogul’s family is from Palestine, and despite his constant presence on social media, he’s yet to really speak out about this mass and deliberate loss of life in the region with his huge platform.
“So, I’ll see you exalting God when you make a shot,” D.L. Hughley remarked concerning DJ Khaled’s typical social media activity in contrast to what other people are saying about the war in Gaza online. “But I’ll watch a seven-year-old Palestinian boy who is praying to God for the strength to bear that his family had been killed. I’ll watch you pray to not hit a bunker and then I will watch a Palestinian family pray that they can find one.
Then, the stand-up comedian referenced a recent viral video of DJ Khaled’s security guards carrying him over sand so he wouldn’t get his Jordans dirty. “We’re used to Palestinians being carried,” he said. “They’re just not alive. They’re dead and they don’t have shoes, they don’t even have feet. To me, you have gone from DJ Khaled to DJ Callous. You cannot be so oblivious that you forget that the images that you are portraying have an equal and opposite effect. And what it tells people is that if somebody that looks like them doesn’t care, why should you?”
According to CNN, over 32,000 people have died so far in this recent resurgence of the centennial conflict, with the great majority being Palestinian civilians in Gaza. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Human Affairs posited that 576,000 of Gaza’s residents, a quarter of their population, are “one step away from famine,” with food crises and lack of proper medical care and mobility affecting the entire region. Many in the entertainment world continue to advocate for a ceasefire and to rebuild after this destruction. For more news and updates on D.L. Hughley and DJ Khaled, check back in with HNHH.
DJ Khaled is an avid Jordan collector, even getting his own Retro 5. Recently, Khaled posted a video to his Instagram, showing he was being carried to avoid getting his Retro 3s dirty.
DJ Khaled is once again gearing up to deliver anthems. Hitting Instagram, Khaled teased two new Drake singles as a part of his project “in the works,” vowing the singles will be sung word-for-word.
DJ Khaled is once again gearing up to deliver anthems. Hitting Instagram, Khaled teased two new Drake singles as a part of his project “in the works,” vowing the singles will be sung word-for-word.
In anticipation of Super Bowl LVIII, Gatorade and DJ Khaled are set to announce their exciting partnership for the launch of Gatorade iD, a groundbreaking free membership platform offering exclusive benefits to its members.
Gatorade iD provides members with personalized equipment, limited drops, and special rewards. The platform aims to elevate the experience for sports enthusiasts and Gatorade fans by offering unique and tailored perks.
To kick off the collaboration, DJ Khaled will be the first to curate his capsule collection, aptly named the “Gatorade x DJ Khaled” capsule, available exclusively for Gatorade iD members. The capsule will be unveiled during Super Bowl week and accessible on Gatorade.com.
The “Gatorade x DJ Khaled” capsule includes:
Gx Bottle: Showcasing a distinctive design inspired by the vibrant energy of DJ Khaled’s hometown, Miami, FL.
Gatorade Towel: Featuring a design incorporating DJ Khaled’s unique “We The Best” energy into the iconic Gatorade towel widely recognized globally on sports sidelines.
Jordan Brand Hoodie: Crafted from heavyweight loopback French Terry, this fleece pullover hoodie proudly displays the We The Best and Gatorade bolt logos.
“I’ve loved Gatorade since I was a kid and to this day, I have it in the studio with me to fuel my creativity,” said DJ Khaled. “I’m so blessed they gave me the keys to create this legendary capsule. Gatorade, We The Best and Jordan Brand…we all icons and this is just proof!”
“Since debuting the Gx platform in 2015, innovations have fueled the brand’s evolution from a sports drink to a fully connected performance and wellness ecosystem. More recently, Gx Collabs first gave Gatorade roster athletes a chance to use Gx bottles as blank canvases for self-expression. We are excited to bring a personalization capability that was once only available to pro athletes to every athlete worldwide. In the future, Gatorade iD will add rewards and broader personalization to become each athlete’s curated corner of the Gatorade universe,” said Gatorade Chief Brand Officer, Anuj Bhasin. “DJ Khaled sits at the intersection of sport, music, entertainment and now, Gatorade culture. We’re extremely excited to partner with him on the launch of Gatorade iD.”
This innovative collaboration between Gatorade and DJ Khaled is poised to bring fans an exciting fusion of sports, music, and style, offering them a chance to engage with exclusive merchandise and experiences through the Gatorade iD platform.
After nearly five years, Netflix has announced the return of Rhythm + Flow for season 2. The first season, which aired in 2019, featured judges Cardi B, Chance The Rapper, and T.I. critiquing a crew of unsigned rappers as they competed for a $250,000 grand prize.
Guest judges on the show included Anderson .Paak, Big Boi, DJ Khaled, Fat Joe, Jadakiss, Killer Mike, Lupe Fiasco, Nipsey Hussle, Quavo, and Snoop Dogg, among others, and the winner, D Smoke, was eventually nominated for three Grammy Awards.
When Does Rhythm + Flow Season 2 Come Out?
Netflix hasn’t revealed when the second season — which was originally scheduled to air in 2021 — will begin streaming on the platform, it has shared a few details, including the new lineup of judges.
The new judges on Rhythm + Flow will include DJ Khaled, moving up from his guest judging duties in season one; Latto, who started her career as the winner of Lifetime’s The Rap Game, making her uniquely suited to the role; and Ludacris, whose rap success has led to an equally successful film career.
One guest judge that has been teased is Eminem, who will oversee the rap battle challenge, playing on his own career as a battle rapper.
More details will be revealed closer to the release date. You can watch season 1 of Rhythm + Flow on Netflix.
Does anyone remember Rhythm + Flow, Netflix’s rap competition series from several years ago? It starred Cardi B, Chance The Rapper, and T.I. as judges and helped launch the indie rap career of Inglewood MC D Smoke, whose debut album Black Habits was nominated for a Best Rap Album Grammy in 2021.
You’d be forgiven for forgetting the show, or for thinking that it had suffered the fate of so many other Netflix originals and been canceled after its first season. After all, the last we heard about a second season was nearly four years ago, and it was supposed to air sometime in 2021, but never did. However, it looks like the show is definitely returning, with Netflix posting the announcement of season 2 on its YouTube page.
It also looks like the show was retooled during its hiatus, bringing a new set of judges in addition to another batch of young rap hopefuls. This season, contestants will be judged by DJ Khaled, Latto (herself a veteran of the comp show circuit), and Ludacris — a decidedly less controversial trio than the original lineup — and special guest judge Eminem, who’ll oversee the rap battle round (naturally).
The grand prize will be $250,000 — enough to launch a career with — and more information will likely be made available soon. You can still check out season 1 here.
Despite all the recent discourse surrounding Hollywood nepo-babies, the public just can’t seem to get enough of famous kids who look identical to their celebrity parents. Watching your favorite actor, rapper, or social media figure grow up and have kids of their own can be quite rewarding. This is especially true when the kids blossom into media figures in the footsteps of their parents, providing a display of generational talent. Here’s a look at 7 kids who could pass for twins with their famous parents.
HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 11: (L-R) DJ Khaled and Asahd Tuck Khaled attend the Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Ceremony for DJ Khaled on April 11, 2022 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
DJ Khaled’s first born son, Asahd, is a dead ringer for his superstar dad. The young heir to the “I’m The One” fortune was born in 2016, with a younger sister, Aalam born in 2020. Despite his young age, Asahd has his own Instagram page, which touts a massive following of over 1.5 million users. DJ Khaled honored his son by titling his eleventh studio albumFather Of Asahd, with the pair gracing the album’s cover art.
Maya Hawke
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 25: (L-R) Maya Hawke and Uma Thurman attend Room To Grow 25th Anniversary gala at The Ziegfeld Ballroom on October 25, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)
Maya Hawke is the child of two famous actors, Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke. The A-list couple first met when filming the 1997 film Gattaca together. Shortly after meeting and falling in love, the pair married, and eventually gave birth to Stranger Things star Maya Hawke. The 25-year-old actor has diversified her media career in recent years, branching out into modeling and singing, and working with a host of acclaimed filmmakers. Rumors have circulated for years that if Quentin Tarantino were to produce a third installment in the Uma Thurman-led Kill Bill film franchise, Maya Hawke would be his first and only choice to portray Thurman’s on-screen daughter.
Saint West
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 16: Kanye West, center, and his son, Saint West, got front row seats next to Golden State Warriors co-owners Joe Lacob and Peter Guber as they watch the game against the Boston Celtics in the second quarter at Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif., on Wednesday, March 16, 2022. (Photo by Ray Chavez/MediaNews Group/The Mercury News via Getty Images)
Kim Kardashian tends to keep her famous kids out of the spotlight when possible, though Saint West has proven to be a mini-Kanye in the making. The pair look alike and share the same distaste for boundary-pushing paparazzi. Kanye even rapped about his resemblance to his son in the 2016 track “No More Parties In LA.” On the song, the rapper states “I be worried ’bout my daughter, I be worried bout Kim, but Saint is baby Ye, I ain’t worried bout him.”
SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 14:
Ava Elizabeth Phillippe and Reese Witherspoon attend the 2024 Critics Choice Awards on January 14, 2024 in Santa Monica, California. (Photo by Presley Ann/Getty Images for SeeHer)
Ava Elizabeth Phillippe proves that her famous mom, Reese Witherspoon, has some of the strongest genes known to mankind. The 24-year-old Internet personality looks so much like a carbon copy of her mother that fans often having trouble discerning them in photos. The pair have a close relationship, often appearing alongside each other in interviews and red carpet events.
Scott Eastwood
LOS ANGELES, CA – SEPTEMBER 08: (L-R) Actress/model Francesca Eastwood, director/actor/producer Clint Eastwood, and actor/model Scott Eastwood attend the screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ ‘Sully’ at Directors Guild Of America on September 8, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images)
These days, Clint Eastwood is prominently recognized for directing and starring in films like Cry Macho, The Mule, and Gran Torino. However, in the early to mid-20th century, the filmmaker was celebrated for his roles as a tough-as-nails hero in numerous spaghetti Western movies. His son, Scott Eastwood, looks about as much like a young Clint as you could possibly imagine. Fans on Scott’s Instagram often confuse his photos for throwback pics of his dad, due to the father and son combo sharing the exact same facial structure and smoldering scowl.
NEW YORK, NY – AUGUST 01: Actors Jaden Smith (L) and Will Smith attend the “Suicide Squad” world premiere at The Beacon Theatre on August 1, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Michael Stewart/WireImage)
Will and Jada Pinkett-Smith’s famous kids have gone on to become certified stars in their own right in recent years. However, that won’t stop the comparisons between the two singers and their celebrity parents. Fans have remarked throughout the years that Jaden Smith looks exactly like a young Fresh Prince, while Willow bares a striking resemblance to Jada. Many fans were dismayed to learn that Jaden wouldn’t be taking the torch from his movie-star dad when the 2022 reboot of Fresh Prince of Bel-Air was first announced.
O’Shea Jackson Jr.
BEVERLY HILLS, CA – FEBRUARY 21: Actor-rapper Ice Cube (L) and actor O’Shea Jackson Jr. in the audience during the 2016 ABFF Awards: A Celebration Of Hollywood at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on February 21, 2016 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Earl Gibson/BET/Getty Images for BET)
There is perhaps no better example of a celebrity kid who looks exactly like their famous parent than O’Shea Jackson Jr. In addition to sharing a name with one another, O’Shea Jr. also shares a near-identical visage to his N.W.A. alumnus father, and even portrayed a young Ice Cube in the 2015 biopic Straight Outta Compton. The pair have expressed in interviews and social media posts before that their resemblance is uncanny, allowing for one of the most perfect casting opportunities in film history.
DJ Khaled is in family vacation mode, and it seems like he thought that Barbados would be a great place to celebrate the holiday season. He seems quite right, as new social media videos he shared show a beautiful day at the Caribbean island nation. Not only that, but the We The Best Music mogul took some time to pass through his frequent collaborator Rihanna’s childhood neighborhood. There, he spoke to locals and remarked how special it was to “breathe the same air” she breathed in her youth and witness where she flies kites. Overall, the New Orleans native seemed appreciative of the opportunity, and their history together indicates how much it means to him.
For example, this is what he had to say to Rihanna before her Super Bowl Halftime Show this year. “RiRi, I love you so much,” DJ Khaled told Page Six. “Congratulations in advance. They changed the name of Super Bowl. It’s called ‘RiRi Super Bowl.’ I’mma have my airhorn ready and I’m going to order me a cheeseburger well done. I’mma sit back, relax, watch the show… come on! It’s Super Bowl! I’m coming as a fan and Rihanna’s my sister. I can’t wait to see it. I’m here to support. We’re all winners.”
Of course, Rihanna may be an international superstar, but she still has very strong ties to her home. Unfortunately, recent news around this is less heartening, as a cousin of hers recently passed away. But for the most part, the superstar singer is more prone to share the beautiful things to find within Barbados and represent it with much pride. She and her boo A$AP Rocky, plus their kids, have really enjoyed their vacations there, and luxuries aside, we wish her family the best amid this difficult time.
Meanwhile, we wonder if Khaled will model for the Bad Gal’s clothing line again, or if they have more songs on the way. Everyone’s begging for new music from her, so we’d happily take any guest verse, chorus, or full song to hold us over for her new album. Hopefully things pan out in 2024. For more news and the latest updates on DJ Khaled and Rihanna, stay up to date on HNHH.
DJ Khaled lives a very lavish life, one that he never shies away from when it comes to his social media presence. Most recently, he showed off what a great time his family is having during this holiday season, showing off his kids’ new go-karts. Now, the We The Best Music mogul has a new flex: being able to sun tan from the comfort of his private jet, miles and miles high up in the sky. “Sun tanning, Why wait to get a sun tan?” he captioned a picture of him hit by the rays from his seat’s window. “Family vacation, THANK YOU GOD.”
However, it’s not all about the money, the luxuries, and the privileges for the New Orleans native. Moreover, he’s as big of a flexer as he is a family man, and when he can combine both without depending on his wealth, he’s the happiest man in the world. For example, DJ Khaled expressed immense pride at his son Asahd receiving the “Student of the Month” award at his school, and celebrated with his loved ones as such. If you couldn’t already tell by his album covers and titles, few things hold as special of a place in his heart as his immediate circle.
In other news, the 48-year-old also contributed in a big way to another massive artist’s chaotic album rollout. In fact, one could argue that this partnership ended up being the best part of this whole process. DJ Khaled brought Kanye West out as his special guest for his set in Miami, and he performed “Can’t Tell Me Nothing” and “Runaway” for the wild crowd. This was amid Ye’s stay in Miami for his listening party for his collab album with Ty Dolla $ign, Vultures.
Meanwhile, Khaled is also just as prone to look back at past blessings as he is to celebrate his current ones. For his wife’s birthday, he shared some wholesome throwback pics to commemorate their bond and wish many more great years ahead. We return the sentiment, and look forward to seeing what other displays of grandeur, fun, and family come in 2024. On that note, log back into HNHH for the latest news and updates on DJ Khaled.
