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WE TV Greenlits Reality Show For Lil Wayne’s Ex And Daughter

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Lil Wayne and Toya Johnson were high school sweethearts. They met in 1997 when Wayne was 15 and Johnson was 14. Johnson quickly became pregnant and gave birth to their daughter, Reginae, in November 1998. The couple formally married in 2004 but the marriage only lasted two years. However, the pair remained friends after their separation. Johnson was later married to Memphitz Wright between 2011 and 2016 before marrying Robert Rushing in 2022. Reginae, who took her father’s given surname, is a rapper and actress in her own right. She has 7 million followers on Instagram.

Johnson (now Johnson-Rushing) saw some brief reality show fame with Tiny & Toya (2009-10) and Toya: A Family Affair (2011). However, neither show lasted very long and Johnson focused on her GARB boutiques in New Orleans and Smyma, Georgia. But all that’s about to change as reports indicate Toya is getting a brand new show alongside her daughter.

“Toya And Reginae” Headed To Production

The mother-daughter pair are no strangers to WE TV, which operates as a subsidiary of AMC. They have both previously appeared on Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta, a long-running franchise that Toya And Reginae will be a continuation of. The show promises drama from the start, with the official press statement hinting that the show will be an open look at their lives because “as happy as they seem on social media, their lives are unpredictable and full of chaos.” The show will also likely travel across several locations, given the wide-ranging nature of their business.

The show is set to premiere this fall on WE and its sister platform, ALLBLK. In a personal statement, Johnson-Rushing said that “I’m so excited to let viewers back into our lives to see what my family has been up to since you’ve seen us last.” However, there is no word yet on whether Lil Wayne will be appearing on the show in any capacity. Toya And Reginae will reportedly be an unscripted show, following in the format that WE has found success with in the past. Are you excited about this new show? Check back at HotNewHipHop for additional details in the coming months!

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Snoop Dogg Mad That Tupac “Took His Shine,” Outlawz Rapper Napoleon Claims

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Since his untimely death in 1996, many rappers close to Tupac Shakur continue to preserve and defend his legacy. Among those industry ties is fellow Death Row Records rapper Snoop Dogg, who carries Pac’s memory with stride and continually honors him. However, according to MC Napoleon of the Outlawz, the Long Beach native was actually jealous of the Harlem-born star. In a recent interview with The Art Of Dialogue, he spoke on how Snoop has to navigate Tupac’s death in almost every media conversation he has.

“Maybe some of the things he couldn’t tell Pac face-to-face, you know, he can do it in these interviews,” Napoleon said about Snoop Dogg. “It’s sad. And one of the reasons why I always try to correct this is because him and Pac were friends. I already know why he doin’ that, bro. Imagine if you’re the biggest star on Death Row, and Pac come and take all your shine, you understand? And 25 years later, Pac died, and every time you do an interview, that name is brought up. So maybe he’s just trying to take that shine from Pac. You know what I mean?”

Snoop Dogg Was Jealous Of Tupac’s Success, Napoleon Claims In New Interview

Also, Napoleon said that the “What’s My Name?” MC was wrong to express his dislike of Pac’s diss track “Hit ‘Em Up” and should only focus on the positive side of him. “Man, I’d say a week before he died, we was best of friends,” Snoop Dogg told Big Boy on Untold Stories. “Two days before he died, I don’t think he liked me. Because we was in New York and s**t had happened. New York n***as had shot at me and did all kinds of s**t to me, just the worst s**t you could think of, and I forgave ’em. Then I went and did an interview and was asked how did I feel about Puffy and Biggie. I was like, ‘I like them n***as, I wanna do some music with ’em.’

“And that just rubbed cuz the wrong way, like, ‘N***a, f**k them n***as, them n***as tried to kill me,’” Snoop continued. “‘N***as shot at you, and you talking about you wanna do a song with them n***as?’ Even when he played the video for me to ‘Hit ‘Em Up,’ even when he played ‘Hit ‘Em Up,’ the song, I didn’t like the song. I didn’t like it. I didn’t like the s**t. It wasn’t the s**t to me. Like, you buying more problems, cuh. You buying problems. Gangstas is everywhere. They make ’em everywhere.” Regardless of your take on this, come back to HNHH for the latest on Snoop Dogg and Tupac Shakur.

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Air Jordan 2 “Cool Grey” Officially Unveiled

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One of the most underrated shoes from Jordan Brand is the Air Jordan 2. This is one of those shoes that continues to get a whole lot of hype from fans. Although, this was not always the case. Overall, the Jordan 2 was thought to be one of the weaker models in the line. However, it is currently in the midst of a massive resurgence. New colorways are constantly being brought out, while collaborations are also taking place. Additionally, the Air Jordan 2 Low also seems to be experiencing a lot of popularity.

Throughout 2023, fans can be sure that a ton of amazing Air Jordan 2 colorways will be making their way to the market. Every single month, it feels like a new teaser is being given to us. Ultimately, this is very good for consumers, who are being given a whole bunch of choices. Hopefully, the shoe continues to do big numbers for Jordan Brand, so we can see more great colorways, like the one below. This model is called “Cool Grey” and will be a women’s exclusive.

“Cool Grey” Air Jordan 2

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As many have pointed out, the women’s exclusives have been better than the men’s shoes in some instances. Firstly, this colorway opens up with grey suede all throughout the upper. Secondly, there are some nice light blue overlays on the sides. This light blue is also placed on the laces. Lastly, we get a white midsole with grey and light blue on the outsole. These elements come together to create a shoe that is very easy to like.

If you are a fan of these and want to grab a pair, you will be able to do so as of May 4th for a price of $175 USD. For the most part, this is a great deal for a shoe that will light up the summer. That said, make sure you have small feet if you want these. Let us know what you think of this Air Jordan 2, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the sneaker world.

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Offset Tributes Micheal Jackson and Takeoff During First Ever Rolling Loud Thailand

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While it’s no stranger that Offset always “Puts It On” when it comes to his fashion choices, over the weekend, he went viral for his Rolling Loud Performance. The high-energy performance dunned several unforgettable moments, including a tribute to the late and great Takeoff, a homage of graphics highlighting Offset’s growth over the years, and a preview of new music.

Not only were those moments super special, but his outfit choice for the performance was also exceptional. In a striking custom look by Bryan Hearns, Offset decided to perform in the first headlining show in Thailand, wearing a remake of Micheal Jackson’s 1990 look when he visited the White House.

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He paired this look up with Some BALENCIAGA shades and Prada combat boots.

Offset and his creative director SheShe creatively and fashionably directed this look.

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Killer Mike Announced His First Solo Album In Over A Decade And Linked Up With El-P On ‘Don’t Let The Devil’

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Today (April 20) is a big one for Killer Mike for two reasons: It’s 4/20 and it’s his birthday. In celebration, the rapper made a big announcement: Michael, his first solo album since 2012’s R.A.P. Music, is set for release on June 16. (The project was previously revealed unofficially.)

He also shared “Don’t Let The Devil,” a single featuring thankugoodsir and Run The Jewels partner El-P. The track sees Mike and El-P swapping verses over a soul loop produced by No I.D., El-P, and Little Shalimar.

Mike said of the song, “My favorite group (US) with my favorite producers! It’s our 10 year anniversary and MICHAEL is an origin story so I wanted to start w/ El.” He also said of the album, “RTJ is the X-Men, this is my Logan.”

While it’s been over a decade since his last proper solo album, Mike has of course kept busy with Run The Jewels, one of hip-hop’s most beloved duos. They’ve had four well-received albums, with the latest, RTJ4, arriving in 2020 and becoming their first release to hit the top 10 on the Billboard 200 chart.

The news of Mike’s solo album comes shortly after he and El-P announced a 10th anniversary tour for Run The Jewels.

Listen to “Don’t Let The Devil” above.

Michael is out 6/16 via VLNS/Loma Vista.

Kanye West Turns Up To Pusha T At Fear Of God Runway Show

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Each Kanye sighting is as exciting as the next. You never know what he’ll get up to. The Chicago artist has kept a low-key profile over the past few months, likely in an attempt to repair the damage he’s done to his reputation and bank accounts. The music industry, for the most part, shunned him, similar to the fashion world as a whole. With Yeezy down bad, the artist behind Donda definitely needs to do more than praise Jonah Hill to earn the forgiveness of the Jewish community and everyone else he hurt in the process.

Fortunately for him, there are still many in his corner. Jerry Lorenzo of Fear Of God appears to have plenty of love for the Chicago artist. Ye came through to Fear Of God’s runway presentation at the Hollywood Bowl on April 19th, 2023. It marked the fashion imprint’s first runway show. Though Ye was merely an attendee, his presence certainly captured the audience. The rapper appeared with his wife, Bianca Censori, masked up to the event in an all-black fit. Censori donned a skin-tight latex suit, with a similar color mask.

Kanye Vibes Out To Pusha T

Besides Ye, Lorenzo evidently pulled out some of his pals in the music industry to assist with his debut runway presentation. Pusha T hit the stage at one point. Despite the rumors of Ye and Push’s issues, it’s quite clear the former has no regrets about the music they’ve released over the years. At one point, “Feel The Love,” Ye and Kid Cudi’s collab track from Kids See Ghosts, began playing and the “Jesus Walks” rapper was catching a serious vibe in a face mask. He later removed the mask as “Blood On The Leaves” began to play.

Ye’s recent appearance at the Fear Of God show comes shortly after he quietly pulled out of the 2024 elections. After a tumultuous campaign run in late 2022, Ye apparently decided to put his focus on more meaningful aspects of his life, such as his family.  Adam Camacho, a documentary producer that Ye hired, said that artist told him that he’s “concentrating on the school, The Donda Academy, and my new wife, and my kids, and that’s it. I just want to be left alone.” Perhaps, Ye will return to the fold soon enough but some time away from the limelight might be the best thing for him right now. 

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6ix9ine Promises Latin Album, Unveils New Snippet

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If you have been paying attention to 6ix9ine as of late, you know that he has completely changed his sound. However, you can’t mention his recent comeback without also talking about what preceded it. The rapper was attacked at an LA Fitness in Florida, which prompted arrests and an investigation. Subsequently, the artist decided to flee to Cuba where he unleashed a new ballad. Following the success of that track, he went to Africa to film the music video for “WAPAE.” This was an immediate smash hit that many are saying could be a Fifa anthem.

With the success of these two songs in mind, it should come as no surprise that 6ix9ine would want to remain in the Latin music lane. Overall, those shouting raps from the “GUMMO” days have become extremely tiresome and repetitive. Additionally, the rapper understands that Latin music is having a huge moment and is a global genre. That said, it should come as no surprise that he is looking to capitalize on this. While some may abhor his foray into this genre, others are absolutely loving it.

6ix9ine Has A New Smash On The Way

In the video clip up above, 6ix9ine showcased his most recent snippet. Of course, this new song has much of the same Latin flavor as his previous two singles. Overall, this track goes heavy on the beat switches. Ultimately, it sounds like something that could be played in various arenas all across the world. Furthermore, 6ix9ine is looking to film the music video for the song. He is asking fans to comment their country, and the country with the most interactions will be the winner. It is a cool idea that will likely lead to an action-packed visual.

At this point, 6ix9ine is not everyone’s cup of tea. It is easy to see why when you consider the controversy surrounding him. Although, at this stage, it is hard to deny what he has going on right now. There seems to be a lot of hype behind his comeback, and it is impossible to ignore right now. Let us know what you think of this new snippet, in the comments below.

Suge Knight Gives Details About Biopic Series

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Suge Knight has had a fascinating career. Everyone knows him as the King of the West Coast scene. And of course, everyone is familiar with his long history of legal troubles. But did you know that Knight also played two games for the LA Rams as a replacement player during the 1987 NFL Players’ Strike?

However, despite currently residing in a California state prison, that hasn’t stopped Knight from planning his next project. In fact, in a move that rivals Game of Thrones and the TV juggernauts over at HBO, Knight is preparing a 10-season plan for a biopic series about his life to air on BLK Prime. It would be the first time Knight had created a project about his life, rather than be featured in other people’s stories.

Suge Knight Has A 10 Season Plan For Biopic

Speaking with TMZ from prison, Knight laid out his vision for the show. Suge Knight will be a 10-season epic chronicling every aspect of Knight’s life, with a Goodfellas-esque voiceover provided by Knight. The show will air on BLK Prime as early as this fall, with the streaming service promising not to sugarcoat the events of Knight’s life. In particular, Knight wanted to highlight the intentionally tough culture he fostered at Death Row Records. When speaking to TMZ, he said this culture was a holdover from his football days. Aside from that brief stint with the Rams, Knight played two seasons at UNLV.

So what is Knight’s plan for the show’s 10 seasons? According to Knight, Season 1 will focus on Tupac’s time at Death Row. That will be followed Biggie’s story, including his beef with Bad Boy, in Season 2. Season 3 will focus on Knight’s relationship with Diddy while Season 4 will focus on Dre and Season 5 on Snoop. N.W.A. and Eazy-E would be the focus of Season 6 with Season 7 expanding to look at the wider East Coast-West Coast rivalry. Season 8 would tackle the Crips and the Bloods before the show turned to Knight’s trial and incarceration in its final seasons. Are you excited about a Suge Knight biopic? What things do you want the show to cover? Most importantly, who do you think should play Knight and the other artists he wants to focus on?

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Offset Continues To Tease His New Album

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Offset has been through a lot over these past few months. Overall, there has been a lot of personal heartbreak in the rapper’s life. Much of this started when he an Quavo fell out over some personal behind-the-scenes drama. To this day, neither have truly reconciled, and it has been tough for fans to watch. Additionally, Takeoff tragically passed away back in 2022. This was a shocking passing that sent shockwaves throughout the hip-hop world. Of course, Offset was devastated, and it took its toll on his mental health.

Now, however, the rapper is looking to bounce back. He got to perform at Rolling Loud in Thailand last week. Furthermore, he even shared a new song with the likes of Travis Scott. In the midst of all of this, Offset has been teasing fans with a brand-new album. His work ethic has been off the charts, and fans are very excited about his new music. With teasers constantly making their way to social media, it is very easy to see why they would feel this way. Moreover, the hype continues thanks to Offset’s latest post on Instagram.

Offset Says “Album Loading”

In the video up above, you can see a hype montage from Rolling Loud Thailand. Throughout the clip, we get numerous shots of the artist, who was having a blast during his performance. Additionally, we even got more shots of Offset’s impressive new tattoo that pays homage to Takeoff. Meanwhile, the caption of the video tells us that some good stuff is coming. “ALBUM Loading…” Offset wrote on Instagram. Although no release date has been given, this should definitely be great news for the fans out there.

Hopefully, Offset provides some new information on his upcoming album soon. We’re sure the artist will have a lot to say on this project, and the fans are excited to hear it. The artist has been through a lot, and we’re sure his personal growth will be on full display. Let us know your expectations for this project, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news from around the music world. We will always be sure to keep you informed.