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Cardi B Pushes Back Against Criticism Of Using The Term ‘Light Skin’ To Describe Herself
In recent days, Cardi B, whose father is Dominican and whose mother is Trinidadian, has received some push-back for describing herself with the term “light skin.” This has led to some debates on X (formerly Twitter).
As Complex notes, one user wrote, “Who tf told Cardi B she’s light skin? That term is used for lighter complexion black folks but y’all got everybody claiming it now.” Cardi replied, “Dominicans are so diverse when it comes to skin color Dark ,brown ,tan,light ,white ….sooo what am I supposed to say when I’m describing my complexion…Im Dominican skin ?”
Somebody else wrote, “idk maybe y’all need to come up with yall own terms.. ‘light skinned’ is used to describe BLACK people. Not whites, Dominicans, Mexicans, Asians… BLACKS!! You can’t just use the word to mean whatever you want it to mean chica.” Cardi responded, “what you saying is automatically invalid.The fact that you use whites … WHITES IS A COLOR AND A RACE ..DOMINICANS ARE A NATIONALITY WITH PEOPLE that are different COLORS AND SHADES ..NOT A RACE … Get your glitter hole out of here wit this fake rule you just came up wit.”
Cardi said in another tweet, “The term light skin is adjective to describe skin complexion …It is not exclusive to a single race …l guess Jamaicans and Haitians and West Indians can’t say they got brown skin ,light skin or dark skin because just like Dominicans they are also a nationality..now move JAWS.”
This comes shortly after Cardi refuted accusations that she had bleached her skin.
Diddy Accuser’s Lawyer Responds To His Legal Team’s “Disturbing” Motion To Dismiss
The legal battle between Diddy and his accusers rages on. Its latest development concerns accuser April Lampros, who claims he committed sexual assault on at least four separate occasions as well as battery, infliction of emotional distress, and gender-motivated violence. According to court documents reportedly obtained by AllHipHop, her legal team responded to Sean Combs’ team’s motion to dismiss with a contesting move on Monday (September 2). Specifically, Lampros’ lawyer Tyrone Blackburn motioned to add new allegations to her complaint and to remove the claims of emotional distress against Sony Music and other parties.
“At this time, the plaintiff seeks leave of the court to amend its complaint to withdraw the negligent infliction of emotional distress claim against corporate defendants and to add additional facts to remedy the issues in the pleading identified by the defendants in their respective motions to dismiss,” Blackburn stated. Furthermore, it seems like this motion seeks to shift focus from corporate defendants’ alleged infliction of emotional distress. Instead, it wants to highlight how Diddy and his team’s assessment of Lampros’ attorney is an allegedly misleading one.
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For those unaware, Diddy’s team motioned to dismiss due in part to Blackburn’s alleged lack of credibility. These claims include accusations of pressuring settlements and filing improper cases for the sake of media attention. In response, Lampros’ lawyer claimed that the Bad Boy mogul’s team developed a “sick obsession” with him that became “disturbing” after initially being “flattering.” “[Combs and Bad Boy Records’] counsels attach themselves to a single sentence of an opinion of an unrelated case to try and classify the plaintiff’s pleading as ‘salacious’ or meritless with the sole intent of forcing defendants to ‘settle,’” Blackburn wrote.
“For starters, plaintiff never requested a settlement from defendants [Diddy] and [Bad Boy Records],” he continued. “The plaintiff intends to hold [Diddy] and [Bad Boy] accountable for their actions before a jury of their peers. Secondly, although this writer picks his clients, he does not pick their facts. If [Diddy] had not engaged in salacious criminal behavior, this writer would not have had anything salacious to file. [Diddy’s] counsels should spend their time teaching him lessons he clearly missed growing up as a child: 1. No means no, and 2. men should never put their hands (or feet) on women.” Blackburn also represents another accuser of Combs’, Lil Rod. In addition to this case, there are also multiple others.
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Adin Ross Baffled After Previewing New Drake & Lil Durk Collaboration
Adin Ross is someone who has completely taken the streaming world by storm over the last few years. Overall, he is one of the biggest streamers out there. Consequently, he has been able to collaborate with some truly massive artists. There are plenty of artists within hip-hop who rock with him, including Drake. While Drizzy has not yet done a stream with Adin, he does send him messages from time to time. In fact, he seemingly got a preview for a new song with Drake and Lil Durk.
The song is supposedly called “Discontinuing Wokhardt.” Based on the lyrics, they appear to be an anthem on quitting lean addiction. Drake has allegedly had issues with the drug in the past. Meanwhile, Adin Ross has been very open about the fact that he struggles with lean addiction. While listening to the song, Adin was actually confused as to why he, in particular, was given this opportunity. However, he eventually put two and two together.
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Adin Ross Questions The Meaning Of It All
“Wait, I just realized — why’d they have me preview that? Is it because I was on lean? I’m not on lean no more. And how does The Boy know about — yeah, nah, he’s tapped in. Damn, that was hard,” Ross said. For now, it remains to be seen whether or not this Drake and Durk song will come out anytime soon. If it does, we’re sure fans will be extremely tapped in. Only time will tell what Drizzy does next.
Let us know what you think of this latest song preview, in the comments section down below. Do you think Durk and Drake have a hit with this one? How do you feel about streamers getting these kinds of exclusives? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.
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SOURCE SPORTS: Spurs Keldon Johnson Gives Up No. 3 Jersey to Chris Paul for Upcoming Season
Chris Paul is headed to the San Antonio Spurs to join Victor Wembanyama. The legendary point guard will get to take his No. 3 with him.
According to ESPN, forward Keldon Johnson owned No. 3, but he will take No. 0 so Paul can remain in his trademark number.
Paul signed with the Spurs this past offseason on a $11 million deal.
You can see Keldon Johnson’s number announcement below.
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Cleotrapa Moves Past Ice Spice Tour Drama, Joins Azealia Banks for Halloween Performance
Cleotrapa is forging ahead after her tumultuous experience touring with Ice Spice, finding support and a new opportunity with rap veteran Azealia Banks. The 26-year-old rapper, who recently exposed her former friend Ice Spice in a 6-part TikTok series, is set to perform alongside Banks at Terminal 5 in New York City on Halloween.
Azealia Banks, 33, took to X (formerly Twitter) on September 4 to announce the collaboration, using the moment to throw shade at Ice Spice, 24, for her alleged mistreatment of Cleotrapa during the U.S. leg of her Y2K! World Tour. The “212” artist made it clear that Cleotrapa will have a much better experience this time around, emphasizing the respect and professionalism she plans to extend to her fellow artist.
“I don’t like how everyone is trying to make Cleotrapa look. Any fcking who @iamcleotrapa will be performing with me on Halloween Oct 31. at @Terminal5NYC,” Banks wrote. “She will be paid, have her own space to glam, whatever she wants on her rider… because I have fcking respect & class.”
The post comes after Cleotrapa detailed the alleged mistreatment she endured on tour with Ice Spice, including not being paid, having to cover her own hotel and food expenses, and being isolated from the rest of the tour crew. These allegations have sparked widespread conversation on social media, with many fans rethinking their support for Ice Spice, a Grammy Award nominee.
Banks didn’t stop at defending Cleotrapa; she also took direct aim at Ice Spice’s manager, James Rosemond Jr., who had previously blamed the tour debacle on Cleotrapa and her team in a series of posts on X. Banks was quick to call out Rosemond, criticizing him for his comments.
“Ice Spice’s manager is a bird *ss n*gg* 4 trying to add insult to injury when a young girl is expressing how she feels. He’s trying to make Cleo look like an amateur when the fact that he’s even chiming in at all is ghetto, low class and a huge sign of having zero skin in the game,” Banks wrote. She added, “How about he get his artist some filler for those smile lines, she’s aging like f*cking milk.”
While Ice Spice has addressed some of the allegations, the damage may have already been done. The claims of mistreatment have undoubtedly affected the public’s perception of her, despite her recent success and accolades.
@cleotrapa Ion wanna hear “i told you so cleo” cause honestly i really thought i had a friend idc. Yall not gonnq create false narratives! Cause imma always clear my name up & yall been knew that since 2018
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SOURCE SPORTS: Rajon Rondo Pleads Guilty to Indiana Gun Charge
Rajon Rondo has sidestepped jail by pleading guilty to misdemeanor gun possession in Jackson County, Indiana.
According to ESPN, Rondo pleaded guilty to unlawful carrying of a handgun, while charges of marijuana possession and possession of drug paraphernalia were dismissed.
Rondo will be on probation for 180 days and must pay court costs.
The case is connected to a January arrest in which the former NBA point guard was pulled over for reckless driving on I-65 South. A juvenile was in the car at the time.
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Joe Budden Responds To Adam22 Dissing Him In Rap Debut
Joe Budden has responded to a bizarre callout from NoJumper’s Adam22 who has hopped on his first ever freestyle to diss the retired rapper.
Ice Spice’s Hairstylist Goes After Alleged Back-Up Stylist Who Accused The Artist Of Colorism
Ice Spice has found herself embroiled in a beef with her former friend Baby Storme. Furthermore, she is also beefing with the likes of Cleotrapa, who was on her recent tour. Overall, the issue with Cleotrapa stems from the alleged treatment she received on the tour. Cleo has aired out her grievances online, and Ice Spice has been forced to respond. Furthermore, Ice Spice’s manager has also weighed in on all of this, noting that Cleotrapa’s management has conceded that their artist is in the wrong.
However, it appears as though this mess is not going to be slowing down, anytime soon. Many are looking to take advantage, especially with TikTok and Instagram being driving sources of engagement. For instance, a video was going viral in which a supposed back-up stylist for Ice Spice accused the artist of colorist comments. Many were shocked by the details in the video, and there was an uproar on social media. However, Ice Spice’s main hairstylist has come out to disavow the claims made by the backup stylist.
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Ice Spice is Embroiled In A Lot Right Now
Essentially, the hairstyle says the backup stylist was never in the room and that they wouldn’t even know anything. It was a pretty harsh counter, albeit one that Spice will appreciate. Now, fans are confused about the situation and simply do not know who to believe. With this new drama unfolding, there will certainly be more people coming out of the woodwork. Whether those people are to be believes, is still up in the air.
Let us know what you think about this situation, in the comments section down below. Do you believe that Ice Spice will be able to get through all of this? How do you feel about her career given the reception to her latest album? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.
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Will Smith and Paramount Pictures Sued for Copyright Infringement Over ‘Gemini Man’
Will Smith and Paramount Pictures find themselves at the center of a seven-figure lawsuit, as science fiction author Kissinger Sibanda accuses them of copyright infringement. The lawsuit claims that the 2019 film Gemini Man plagiarized Sibanda’s 2011 novel The Return to Gibraltar.
According to court documents obtained by In Touch, Sibanda, an American/South African national who is also an attorney, alleges that the concept of Gemini Man—which follows a former hitman targeted by a younger clone of himself—bears significant similarities to his book. Sibanda’s novel centers around an African American character who is cloned and unwillingly involved in a time-traveling program, a narrative he believed would be a perfect fit for Will Smith as the lead.
The lawsuit claims that the defendants, which include Will Smith, Skydance Productions, Gemini Pictures, Paramount Pictures, and several others, copied themes, plots, characterizations, and cultural subtexts from The Return to Gibraltar to create Gemini Man. Sibanda also alleges that after releasing his book in 2011, the defendants altered their marketing strategy for the film, reflecting the ideas from his novel.
Gemini Man, directed by Ang Lee and starring Will Smith, had been in development since 1997, with various A-list actors attached over the years. The screenplay was credited to Darren Lemke, David Benioff, and Billy Ray, with no mention of Sibanda’s work.
Sibanda’s lawsuit states that he shared his book idea with Will Smith’s stunt double in 2012, although he admits he cannot recall the stunt double’s name. He believes limited discovery could reveal the individual, as the defendants likely have records of Smith’s stunt doubles. Sibanda also claims to have sent a copy of his book to William Morris Endeavor, a top Hollywood talent agency, further bolstering his argument that his work was appropriated.
In 2020, Sibanda sent a legal letter to the defendants seeking resolution, but he alleges he never received a response. Instead, he claims the defendants offered a “zero-dollar walk away,” prompting him to file the lawsuit demanding $1.7 million in damages.
Gemini Man, despite its high-profile cast and a reported budget of $138 million, was not a commercial success, grossing only $173 million worldwide. As of now, Will Smith and the other defendants have yet to respond to the lawsuit.
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