Jada Pinkett-Smith has been making headlines once again, this time for her candid conversation with Fat Joe. In a recent sit-down, Jada discussed her relationship with the late Tupac Shakur and addressed the rumors surrounding her marriage to Will Smith. The Truth Behind The Tabloids Jada Pinkett-Smith is back in the headlines, this time for […]
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Roc Nation, in partnership with Caesars Palace and SL Green, held the first of two community events to inform local Manhattan Plaza and Hell’s Kitchen residents about their collaborative bid for a state-of-the-art gaming facility in Times Square.
Catered by the renowned Melba’s, The Purple Tongue venue in the neighborhood served free lunch and dinner meals to local attendees, giving them a taste of what the entertainment facility could bring to the neighborhood. During lunch, guests learned more about the bid’s extensive community programs, aimed at powering this new project.
The 10-year plan, representing a $206 million investment, includes an elaborate network of security, sanitation, traffic mitigation, and Broadway plans to revitalize the area and the entire city. It also allocates $10 million for student debt relief, a partnership with members of Actors’ Equity and Local 802, and $20 million to extend childcare services to the Broadway labor force in collaboration with Bright Horizons and Actors Equity.
Notable figures like Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez, IMPACT Strategies CEO Angela Rye, and New York music artist Fat Joe were present to connect with residents and discuss neighborhood plans.
“An interesting point to Roc Nation’s involvement in the bid,” Angela Rye reflects, “is there is an investment in daycare. There’s an investment in sanitation. Who doesn’t want more sanitation investment in New York? There’s an opportunity for job creation where there are 6,000 jobs and significant economic opportunity.”
“One thing about Roc Nation and Jay-Z is we keep our word,” Fat Joe said. “We are out here constantly giving back, showing New York we’re here for New York. Now is your time to have ownership, go somewhere, and feel like it’s yours. We’re homegrown, I don’t know what more you would want. We’re for the people.
Roc Nation, founded by New Yorkers and entrepreneurs from Brooklyn and The Bronx, is committed to the community’s welfare and economic growth through their partnership with Caesars Palace and SL Green.
The second and final day of the event will take place on Tuesday, 10/17.
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By now, most of the internet has grown tired of the never-ending headlines surrounding Jada Pinkett Smith and her juicy new memoir. The mother of two didn’t hold back when reflecting on the ups and downs of her life, from her marriage to Will Smith (which she’s since confirmed has seen them living separate lives since 2016) to her close friendship with the late Tupac Shakur. Though she says she didn’t have romantic feelings for him, Jada is under the impression that the “All Eyez On Me” hitmaker was her “soulmate,” and also alleged that he struggled with alopecia, similarly to her.
Even before we knew the finer details of what was going on behind closed doors in Will and Jada’s life, the internet often clowned The Fresh Prince actor for his wife’s inability to let Tupac go. Things are only becoming more intense amid the memoir’s debut. Still, Will remains unbothered and focused on his own energy. For her part, The Matrix actress continues to promote her book while linking up with other celebs – some of whom have given her epic gifts.
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Among them is Fat Joe, who came through with an exclusive pair of Terror Squad Air Force 1 sneakers for Jada. Of course, she was happy to add the shoes to her collection, but there are still some who are trying to bring Tupac into the situation. As Fabolous pointed out, the TS initials on the kicks could just as easily represent the Baltimore native’s full name as it does Joe’s New York-based rap group. Elsewhere online, others have pointed out that they might even be seen as standing for “The Slap,” when Will struck Chris Rock across the face at the Oscars for insulting his co-parent.
The hottest topic in pop culture news this week has definitely been the controversy surrounding Jada Pinkett Smith’s memoir. Besides addressing her unconventional marriage to Will, the Girls Trip actress also reflected on her past selling hard drugs as a teenager. Read Dipset alum Jim Jones’ reaction to that at the link below, and check back later for more music/pop culture news updates.
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Fat Joe and 50 Cent once had beef, but that’s past both of them now. Fat Joe even shows his former foe love, naming the Get Rich or Die Tryin album as one of the greatest ever.
“And it’s crazy ’cause I had beef with him and I wouldn’t allow myself to hear it, wouldn’t let DJs play it,” Fat Joe said in an episode of Diggin’ in the crates for BET. “But I knew that it was G-Unit. Recently J. Cole came out at his concert and said it was the greatest album of all time. Nas came out and said, ‘Yo this changed the game.’ And it’s a fact.”
You can hear all of Joe’s reasoning below.
EMMY® and GRAMMY® award-winning artist Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson concluded his exhilarating Final Lap Tour with back-to-back sold-out shows at Barclays Center, leaving fans in awe.
The first night featured surprise performances that set the stage ablaze, including J. Cole, Jadakiss, DaBaby, Flo-Rida, and more. J. Cole’s dynamic collaboration with 50 Cent on “No Role Modelz” was a highlight, with J. Cole dubbing “Get Rich or Die Tryin’” the greatest album ever. Busta Rhymes and Jeremih also graced the stage, while Slick Rick and Baby Cham made memorable appearances.
Thursday’s show brought even more surprises, featuring Fat Joe, Bobby Shmurda, Young M.A., Phresher, and Sleepy Hallow. Fat Joe’s energetic rendition of “Lean Back” alongside 50 Cent was a crowd-pleaser, followed by a solo performance of “All The Way Up.” Notable guests, including T.I., Lala Anthony, and Kash Doll were also in attendance.
With an already staggering 900,000 tickets sold worldwide, the Final Lap Tour’s monumental 94-date journey continues across North America this summer before venturing overseas. For those eager to witness this historic tour, visit 50Cent.com for the remaining tickets and tour dates.
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The recent premiere of the 2023 Hip-Hop BET Awards captivated viewers with electrifying performances and well-deserved honors. Hosted by Fat Joe, this year’s awards focused on celebrating the influential DJs and producers who have revolutionized the hip-hop genre. Top Highlights From The 2023 Hip-Hop BET Awards The 2023 Hip-Hop BET Awards, hosted by Fat Joe, […]
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Today (October 10), the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards will be airing after filming took place in Atlanta last week. We got a look at what some of our favourite stars wore on the red carpet already, but when it comes to what went down inside, there’s still much to be seen on the small screen this evening. Fat Joe was tapped to host the annual ceremony, and ahead of its premiere, he spoke with PEOPLE about the artist he desperately wanted to see perform, but unfortunately couldn’t secure.
“You know who I didn’t successfully get was Will Smith,” the Terror Squad lyricist confessed, revealing that his hope was to have the actor do a hip-hop 50 tribute. “I was really trying to get Will Smith to come out and do ‘Summer Time’. He’s filming ‘Bad Boys,’ but we tried. We try to pull off a miracle if we can. We try to pull a cloud out of the sky,” Joe additionally noted.
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As for what viewers can expect to see, increased confidence from the 53-year-old is on the list. This marks his second year MCing the event, which he’s long been preparing for. “I always think back to being in junior high and doing the talent shows and then Apollo Theater Amateur Night and it all leads to this. And so it’s an honour for me,” Joe revealed. He also shared that we’ll see a total of eight outfit changes throughout the evening in an attempt to keep up with the notoriously stylish women of rap.
He may not have been able to come through for the annual BET Hip Hop Awards, but that doesn’t mean Will Smith isn’t still bringing new contributions to the genre. Just last month he announced that his Class of ’88 podcast will be coming soon to examine the world of rap during his younger years. Read more about that project at the link below, and let us know if you’ll be watching Fat Joe on hosting duty later this evening in the comments.
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Next Thursday October 12th, Urban One, and One Solution will present Hip-Hop: The 50 Year Evolution, a never-before-seen roundtable discussion hosted by Grammy-nominated rapper and trailblazer Rapsody, featuring Fat Joe, Christian “King” Combs and 300 Entertainment’s Rayna Bass. The full roundtable discussion will premiere on Global Grind on 10/12.
Connecting the planet through music, style, and culture changes our collective future, now that’s a power that can’t be denied. And in celebrating its Golden Anniversary, AT&T Dream in Black has brought together a diverse panel of artists and voices from generations and backgrounds to sit down and chop it up about how Hip-Hop has proven that connecting changes everything.
Check out the trailer for the event HERE
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The 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards is gearing up for a star-studded night as they announce performances by Sexyy Red, Offset, and DaBaby. This year’s ceremony will also commemorate the 30th anniversary of the influential So So Def Recordings label, uniting hip-hop legends for an unforgettable celebration. 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards In an exciting […]
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Fat Joe, Busta Rhymes, Rick Ross, Method Man, Chuck D, and French Montana have joined forces with Power to the Patients to call for healthcare price transparency. This groundbreaking collaboration comes ahead of the House of Representatives voting on a healthcare price transparency bill. Taking A Stand Rappers Fat Joe, Busta Rhymes, Rick Ross, Method […]
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A powerhouse lineup of hip-hop legends, including Fat Joe, Rick Ross, Busta Rhymes, Method Man, French Montana, and Chuck D, has teamed up with Power to the Patients to release a compelling public service announcement (PSA). Their collective voices demand transparency in the healthcare system, urging elected officials to create an equitable, affordable, and honest healthcare framework nationwide.
As Congress prepares to vote on healthcare transparency bills in Washington, D.C., these iconic artists advocate for more robust price transparency laws. They call for hospitals and insurance companies to publish actual prices for their services and procedures, a move that aims to rectify these institutions’ disregard for existing federal transparency rules.
The PSA highlights the prevalent practice of hospitals and insurers providing only “estimates” or “average prices,” which the hip-hop icons argue stifles competition and results in overcharges, debt, fear, and devastation for countless Americans. Chuck D, frontman of Public Enemy, describes the situation as “an American humanitarian crisis.”
This collective advocacy follows the persistent efforts of Power to the Patients and Grammy-nominated artist and philanthropist Fat Joe, who have engaged with lawmakers, visited The White House, and rallied on Capitol Hill. They aim to express frustration with the healthcare system and champion the rights of patients, families, communities, employees, employers, and unions nationwide.
Earlier this year, Fat Joe and Power To The Patients joined forces with New York City Council Members and various union groups, leading to Mayor Eric Adams signing the Healthcare Accountability and Consumer Protection Act in June 2023. This groundbreaking legislation established the nation’s first Office of Health Care Accountability, enabling New Yorkers to compare hospital costs for identical services.
As hip-hop celebrates its 50th anniversary, these artists confront a rigged healthcare system. They emphasize that hospitals often coerce patients into signing service contracts without revealing actual prices, resulting in widespread fear that deters millions from seeking necessary medical care, jeopardizing their health and lives.
Medical debt remains the leading cause of personal bankruptcy in America, and a recent study by Patient Rights Advocate revealed that only 36% of U.S. hospitals comply with the current Federal Price Transparency Rule.
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