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Ice Cube Believes His Vaccination Refusal for $9 Million Movie Was Leaked ‘To Put Pressure On Him’

July 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Rapper Ice Cube recently shared the details of why he passed up on a $9 million role in a movie because he wasn’t vaccinated.
Ice Cube appeared on Joe Rogan’s podcast this week and confirmed that he was set to co-star in Sony’s Oh Hell No back in 2020 but confessed he didn’t know how the story broke in the first place. He claimed he “didn’t go out telling everybody what happened” and suspected the story got leaked to put pressure on him.

“I thought it was chicken sh**,” Ice Cube told Joe Rogan Thursday. “It’s like what happened to the HIPAA laws you know?”

Originally, the Hollywood Reporter leaked the story, but it still didn’t convince the rapper to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

“They try to, you know, put my business in the street, put pressure on me, everybody around me tell me how stupid I am so I can go get vaxxed and say you know: ‘Please let me do the movie,’” Ice Cube said. “You know that was never gonna happen. I don’t care if it was 20 million. That was never gonna happen.”

Rogan, who has also publicly shared his own skepticism surrounding the vaccine, agreed with the rapper that it was the right decision.

“And if you got injured from that vaccine you would have paid that 20 million to be healthy again,” Rogan said.

In related news, Moderna revealed its plans in March to price its COVID-19 vaccines between $110 to $130 per dose, almost five-fold more than the $26 per dose the company has charged the government since last July.

Thoughts?

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Jada Pinkett Smith Announces New Memoir: ‘I Will Take Back My Narrative’

June 29, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In October, Jada Pinkett Smith announced she was writing a memoir about life and her ‘complicated’ marriage to her husband Will Smith. Now Jada has revealed the title of her anticipated book. The forthcoming book is billed as a “no holds barred” retelling of the influential actor and TV host’s “difficult but riveting journey … from the depths of suicidal depression to the heights of personal rediscovery and the celebration of authentic feminine power.”

On her Instagram page, Jada wrote:

On October 17th, I invite you into a journey that, understandably, many think they already know. The fact that I have, in the last four years contributed to the creation and perpetuation of falsehoods about myself, in which other untrue narratives were birthed, has surely aided in the misunderstandings that surround me. This fall, with deep humility and respect, I will take back my narrative. My memoir starts at the beginning, offering an unvarnished and revealing account from my challenging upbringing in Baltimore into a controversial life in Hollywood. It’s a harrowing ride of reclaiming my self-worth while unraveling unspoken truths.

My adventures of my youth, meaningful friendships, marriage, motherhood, self-betrayal and self reclamation are mere reflections of the adventures so many of us have taken in search of happiness. My hope is that through the exploration of my own tumultuous situations to the rediscovery of deep love, that we are all reminded that no matter where we may be on our journey, we are all…Worthy. Reserve your copy now, link in bio. #ourworthyjourney

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John Boyega Reveals He Spoke With Jaime Foxx Directly

June 29, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The movie premier for ‘They Cloned Tyrone,’ featuring Jaime Foxx brought all the stars together–except Foxx. Conflicting reports about his health began to circulate causing social media to wonder if Foxx was really on his way to recovery. His co-star actor John Boyega admitted his phone calls to Jamie had gone unanswered in the wake of his mysterious medical emergency.

John just revealed he has made direct contact and producer Datari Turner said “He’ll be back to work very soon.”

People Magazine reports:

John Boyega is sending his well wishes to co-star Jamie Foxx.

The Breaking actor, 31, discussed missing Foxx at the Hollywood premiere of their film They Cloned Tyrone, and revealed to PEOPLE that he recently chatted with the 55-year-old actor — who has been recovering after experiencing a “medical complication” — on the phone.

“He finally picked up the phone. Thank you, bro,” Boyega told PEOPLE Tuesday night. “He’s doing well. And then, you know, we just giving him the privacy, and we can’t wait for his return.”

“I gave him the well wishes directly,” the actor added. “I gave him all the well wishes. So I’m just gonna be waiting until he comes back out here. So take your time, Jamie. We love you, bro.”

Said Datari Turner, who co-produced the film alongside Foxx, “He’s doing amazing. I promise you. Doing really, really good. [Director] Juel [Taylor] talked to him yesterday. John Boyega talked to him yesterday. He’s in really, really good shape and spirits. And he’ll be back on the screen. He’ll be back to work very soon.”

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Pop Singer Madonna Rushed To The Hospital After A ‘Bacterial Infection’

June 28, 2023 by newhiphopnews

64-Year Old Pop Singer Madonna was rushed to a New York City Hospital and is now expected to recover.

Page Six reports:

Madonna was found unresponsive and rushed to a New York City hospital Saturday, Page Six can exclusively reveal.

We hear the “Material Girl” singer, 64, was intubated for at least one night before having the tube removed — and she is now alert and recovering.

We’re also told that her daughter Lourdes Leon was by her side throughout the ordeal.

Madonna’s longtime manager, Guy Oseary, shared on Instagram Wednesday that his client had “developed a serious bacterial infection which led to a several day stay in the ICU.”

While a source tells us the Queen of Pop is now “out of the ICU,” Oseary explained in his post, “She is still under medical care. A full recovery is expected.”

Prayers to Madonna and her family.

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Biology Professor Says He Was Fired For Teaching Students ‘Sex Is Determined By X/Y Chromosomes’

June 28, 2023 by newhiphopnews

A biology professor at a community college in San Antonio says he was fired for teaching students that sex is determined by X and Y chromosomes. He said he was told his lessons were ‘offensive and unacceptable to homosexuals and transgenders’.

Dr. Johnson Varkey claims he was terminated by St. Philip’s College for “religious preaching” after his lecture about the human reproductive system on Nov. 28, 2022.

Varkey is being represented in a possible wrongful termination lawsuit by conservative law firm The First Liberty Institute.

“The college fired him for teaching basic and widely accepted concepts of biology. We’re asking the college to immediately reinstate Dr. Varkey to his position and clear his record of any wrongdoing,” the law firm said in a statement.

Varkey’s lecture led to four students walking out of the lecture hall. The four students reportedly complained about the professor’s “religious preaching, discriminatory comments about homosexuals and transgender individuals, anti-abortion rhetoric, and misogynistic banter,” First Liberty said.

“In two decades of teaching these basic, unremarkable concepts, no other students complained,” the law firm said, according to The NY Post.

Varkey has taught human anatomy and physiology to more than 1,500 students since 2003, according to First Liberty Institute.

“During Dr. Varkey’s 20-year employment as a biology professor at St. Philip’s College, he consistently received exemplary performance reviews and was never subject to discipline. Throughout that time, he never discussed with any student his personal views — religious or otherwise — on human gender or sexuality.”

The law firm said public colleges and universities can’t fire professors “for teaching actual science. It’s harmful to academic freedom. It’s also harmful to religious liberty, as the college is sending a message that people of faith are not welcome and need not apply.”

First Liberty added: “Dr. Varkey is the latest example of an everyday American who lost his job to a toxic cancel culture that is infecting employers across the country.”

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Tracey Edmonds Gives Update On Deion Sanders’ Condition Following Surgery

June 27, 2023 by newhiphopnews

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Deion Sanders’ longtime girlfriend Tracey Edmonds gave an update on his condition after he underwent surgery to remove blood clots in his leg.

Deion underwent surgery on his left leg on Friday, June 23. He was expected to be released from the hospital on Sunday, June 25.

Tracey thanked Deion’s fans for their prayers in a post on her Instagram page on Friday.

“We declare.. God has #CoachPrime @deionsanders covered today! Thank you so much Fam for all your prayers!!”

In a video shared on Instagram on Saturday, Deion said he had successful surgery to remove blood clots in his left thigh and below his left knee. He said he also has a blood clot in the right leg that doctors were “going to get soon.”

His doctor feared he would lose his left foot due to poor circulation caused by blood clots in his leg. But Deion dismissed talks of amputation on Thursday.

“There is no talk of amputation. There’s no talk of any of that whatsoever,” he said.

He said the surgery on Friday was to “try to get those clots so I can have proper blood flow to the leg so they can fix the toes. That’s what’s going on.”

So happy to hear!

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Missy Elliott Shares Her Struggles With Depression And Anxiety: It’s OK To Say’ I’m ‘Not OK’

June 21, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Missy Elliott has broken barriers in music and now the legendary artist is opening up about her personal struggles with mental health.
In an interview with Essence Magazine, she discussed her battle with Graves’ disease, an autoimmune disorder, which led her to realize that it’s okay not to be strong and composed all the time.

“Now I’m fine with being like, ‘Hey, I got anxiety’ or ’I went through depression,’” Elliott, 51, told the outlet.

“Now I’m fine with being like, ‘Hey, I got anxiety’ or ‘I went through depression,’” shared the 51-year-old artist. “Even the biggest artist, or just the regular everyday working person, we all go through s—. We all do. And it’s OK to say, ‘Hey, I’m not OK today.’”

“Probably we would keep a lot of people around if we were that open, because we would be able to uplift each other. We’d know that I’m not going to look at you crazy if you say, ‘Hey, I’m having a rough day.’ Maybe you’re thinking things that you shouldn’t think, or whatever the case may be,” she added.

In addition to discussing her present mental health Elliott, reflected on her childhood anxiety.

“I think that a lot of things were brushed up under the rug for me growing up, and probably also for a lot of people,” she said, adding of the pandemic: “I had so much time to just think of childhood stuff, and all kinds of stuff.”

According to Missy Elliott by embracing her humanity, with all its imperfections and vulnerabilities, is what makes her who she is today.

Her openness about mental health serves as a reminder that it’s ok to seek support when needed.

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Deion Sanders Facing Potential Foot Amputation Due To Blood Flow Problems

June 17, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Deion Sanders may have to get his left foot amputated as he continues to suffer from blood flow problems in the area, according to doctors with the Colorado football team.

“You just have to understand what the risks are,” vascular surgeon Donald Jacobs told Sanders on “Thee Pregame Things can cascade.” Jacobs also told Colorado athletic trainer Lauren Askevold that “he could lose the foot.” Sanders, the new coach of the Colorado Buffaloes football team, has been dealing with issues with this foot for some time, including having to have his big toe and the toe next to it amputated due to blood clots running down his leg from the top of his calf.

Max Wohlauer, another vascular surgeon, told Sanders that the blood pressure measured near the left foot had been the same as the blood pressure in his arm a year ago, but is now at around 66% compared to the arm.

“So those arteries have shut down,” Wohlauer said.

During Sanders’ time coaching at Jackson State, he routinely dealt with pain, including on game days. It starts hurting after a few hours, and I have to keep the blood circulating to get movement out of it,” Sanders told Shannon Sharpe on his “Club Shay Shay” podcast.

“Like, I can make it through like three-quarters of a game, then after that, I’m on meds and everything. I’m limping, I’ve got a little stroll at the beginning of the game, and right at the third quarter I’m limping like crazy.”

The 55-year-old missed three games during the 2021 season with Jackson State due to complications with the foot.

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Jacky Oh’s Surgeon Breaks Silence To Defend Practice Following Her Death

June 17, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The surgeon who operated on DC Youngfly’s partner, Jacky Oh has broken his silence.

The mother of 3 passed away last month at the age of 32. TMZ reported she was in Miami getting a “mommy makeover” before her unexpected death. After receiving backlash on social media, Dr. Zach Okhah has responded on Instagram and made a statement in defense of his practice.

“To my past, current, and prospective patients, PH-1 Miami remains devoted to the highest quality medical care,” Dr. Okhah began. “All aesthetic procedures are performed in a hygienically, safe environment to universally recognized medical standards. I am relentlessly committed to advancing techniques in the realm of plastic surgery. Most importantly, my stuff, and I am sure that each patient is vetted, prepped and treated according to their individual. Patient history prior to any surgery. Our mission is to help our patients achieve the best possible results in the safest and most medically appropriate way possible.”

Dc Youngfly recently shared a video of him recording a song where he professes his love– “10 toes” in the wake of his loss.

“The things that I’ve seen, the things that I’ve heard, I can feel the pain inside hole inside/ The shoes that I fill, the scars of me grow/As solid as I am, I’ll never fold/ Would you see in me? What I’ve seen in me?/ A long time ago, I never fold, I stood 10 toes,” he sings.

DC expressed his current state of mind in the caption stating he’s tried his best to stay strong and keep moving forward and that his music will always reflect the trials and tribulations he goes through.

“My music has always ben based off real life AND A REFLECTION OF MY LIFE but stayin motivated and prayed up to keep goin is wat i live by,” he awrote. “My life is on display unfortunately but yal get to see me stand on the words i preach!!

“Yu gotta stay prayed up!! I didnt say im not human and im not emotional and i dont cry.. but through the storm wit the strength GOD grants you you can overcome ANYTHING.”

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Jamie Foxx Rep Shuts Down Rumors That Vaccine Caused Health Problems

June 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

A representative for Jamie Foxx recently responded to rumors circulating surrounding the actor’s recent health complications. Late last month, gossip columnist A.J. Benza appeared on Dr. Drew Pinksy’s online show, Ask Dr. Drew, where he spoke on the status of Foxx’s health. Benza claimed at the time that a source close to the situation told him that Foxx’s health issues arose after he got a COVID-19 booster shot. He further stated that Foxx felt “pressured” to receive the shot in order to film his new movie. Benza also alleged that Foxx had developed a clot in his brain which left him “partially paralyzed and blind.” Many have called Benza’s claims “irresponsible.”

Following the rumors, Foxx’s representative has said that claims made about the actor’s health were “completely inaccurate.” Last month, Foxx’s daughter Corinne took to social media to also share a brief update on her father’s health. “Sad to see how the media runs wild. My Dad has been out of the hospital for weeks, recuperating,” she said on Instagram. “In fact, he was playing pickleball yesterday! Thanks for everyone’s prayers and support!“

Foxx’s Health Scare

Jamie Foxx Rep Shuts Down Rumors That Vaccine Caused Health Problems — Jamie Foxx attends JR Ridinger Celebration Of Life at Faena Forum on October 08, 2022 in Miami Beach, Florida. (Photo by Romain Maurice/Getty Images for Haute Living)

Earlier this month, Nick Cannon also spoke on the status of Foxx’s health. In an interview with Extra, Cannon was asked to address his longtime friend’s recent health scare. “When he’s ready, he’s going to address the awaiting fans in the world in the way that only he can,” he told the outlet. Following Foxx’s hospitalization, Cannon was asked to fill in for Foxx as the host of the series, Beat Shazam.

Foxx is reportedly undergoing physical rehabilitation at a Chicago facility known to provide some of the best care in the country. Foxx’s family has been seen visiting the actor at the facility while he undergoes treatment. According to a source, he has been at the facility since April and is “recovering well.”

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