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Nicki Minaj’s Husband Kenneth Petty’s Legal Troubles: A Breakdown

October 26, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nicki Minaj, the talented wordsmith and Grammy-nominated icon, is known for pushing the envelope and creating some of the edgiest music to date. But behind those rhymes lies a love story that’s been corrupted by devious behavior. Nicki and her husband, Kenneth Petty, have a history dating back to their teenage years. Sparks flew, and in 2019, they threw caution to the wind and tied the knot. However, Petty’s life choices have resulted in numerous legal challenges. Among those include allegations, arrests, court appearances, and convictions that have cast a shadow on both Minaj’s life and career. At the heart of it all lies a victim of sexual abuse who still hopes for justice.

Kenneth Petty’s Criminality

In the sunny state of California, which they now call home, Kenneth was required to register as a sex offender to a 1995 attempted rape conviction. In 2019, Kenneth was pulled over for a routine traffic violation in Los Angeles. After all this time, Petty allegedly forgot to register as a sex offender in California. Petty would face up to ten years in prison and a lifetime of supervised release for registering.

This stemmed from his attempted rape of Jennifer Hough in 1994 while the two were both 16-years-old. According to documents from The Blast, Hough was allegedly attacked by Petty while walking to school. Court documents claim Petty pressed an object against her back and told her to “keep walking.” Hough claimed Petty would have her walk back to his home before raping her at knifepoint. Hough said she was able to escape after hitting Petty with a bottle. Petty would deny the rape allegations all the way up to his conviction which included one count of attempted rape in the first degree, assault in the second degree, unlawful imprisonment in the second degree, and criminal possession of a weapon. Petty would serve four years of an 18- 54-month sentence.

The Legal Thunderdome

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 12: Rapper Nicki Minaj and Kenneth Petty are seen leaving the Marc Jacobs Fall 2020 runway show during New York Fashion Week on February 12, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images)

In 2021, Hough filed a lawsuit claiming the couple tried to strong-arm her into retracting her rape accusation. The lawsuit alleged both Nicki and Kenneth directly and indirectly intimidated and harassed Hough. It also claimed they bribed Hough, hoping she would recant her rape accusation.

Hough eventually pulled the plug on her suit against Minaj. A judge would demand both parties take it outside and settle the matter through mediation in 2022. However, things weren’t over. In August 2023, Hough brandished new evidence and hoped to drive home her point on Kenneth. She delivered a stern message: “The reason why he has to register is because he’s guilty. There’s no room for bullying people into towing the line for a clean image.”

Nicki Minaj In The Crosshairs

When u see a woman in a toxic relationship, rather than laugh & say mean things, try to offer sound advice from your heart & root for her to learn her worth. We’ve all been there. I saw my parents fight & argue non stop & never divorce, so I thought this was normal behavior…

— Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) September 1, 2019

These events have cast a long shadow over Nicki Minaj’s career who lives with the ghost of Kenneth Petty trailing close behind. Some die-hard fans and fellow artists are emphasizing the need to stick by your loved ones when the storm hits. But the other side?

They’re raising their brows, questioning Minaj’s choice to marry a man with who’s been accused of so many horrible crimes. It’s become a cultural maelstrom that’s split the legal system and the court of public opinion wide open.

Kenneth Petty: More Legal Trouble

An LA federal judge has ordered Nicki Minaj’s husband, Kenneth Petty, to serve “up to” 120 days on home detention for “making threatening remarks toward a specific individual while in the company of someone with a criminal record.”

The individual is Offset, Cardi B’s husband. pic.twitter.com/5sWU3JLtyw

— Meghann Cuniff (@meghanncuniff) September 21, 2023

In September 2023, Petty faced house arrest time for a video where he threatened rapper Offset. The Central District of California ordered him to do “up to 120 days in a home detention program.” According to the Los Angeles Times, Petty threatened to “knock them veneers out.” Offset, though, appeared to be taking it all in stride, laughing it off on social media.

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Young Nudy Celebrates Beating His Case Despite “Snitches”

October 26, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Recently, Young Nudy took to social media to celebrate his legal win. According to the hitmaker, he’s come out on top in a case he’s been dealing with for years now, and has his defense team to thank. He also took the opportunity to call out snitches, noting how he even they weren’t able to slow him down.

“They can’t muthaf**kin stop stop Big Gun,” Young Nudy announced to his followers earlier this week. “I been dealing with this s**t for five years with this case. I done beat them folks to sleep. My lawyer the best. F**k these snitching-a** n***as. You snitching-a** n***as couldn’t stop me, jack,” he also added.

Young Nudy’s Legal Win

Young Nudy Celebrates Winning Legal Battle Despite "Snitches" — Young Nudy performs live on stage at Revolution Live on April 18, 2023 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. (Photo by Johnny Louis/Getty Images)

While it remains unclear exactly which case Young Nudy is referring to, it’s possible that it was the charges he was arrested on in 2019. He and 21 Savage were taken into custody after a traffic stop in February of that year. Nudy was arrested on charges of aggravated assault and being associated with a criminal street gang, while 21 Savage was arrested for being an illegal immigrant. This marked the start of 21 Savage’s longwinded legal battle that finally came to a close earlier this month.

Fans are just glad that Young Nudy has one less obstacle in the way of his career, which only continues to grow. He recently teamed up with Latto and Sexyy Red for a remix of “Peaches & Eggplants,” was joined onstage by Offset at his show, and more. He also appears on the deluxe edition of Killer Mike’s new album MICHAEL, which wasn’t easy. Apparently, Killer Mike had to phone in Nudy’s mom to get him on the LP. What do you think of Young Nudy finally beating his case? How do you feel about his reaction? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Nipsey Hussle’s Brother Faces Intimidation Accusations Amid Royalty Legal Battle

October 26, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nipsey Hussle’s legacy will never fade, and though recent developments when it comes to his catalog seem disheartening, hopefully they can resolve to honor the respect he showed other artists. Moreover, in a legal battle concerning songwriting credit and royalties, his brother faces accusations of mishandling the whole ordeal. For those unaware, the rapper’s family member is in control of his estate, which means he has a say in his discography. In this specific case. Tasleema Yasin motioned to receive profit shares of the song “Hussle & Motivate” shortly after Nip’s passing in 2019, alleging that she helped write it three years prior. Also, she claimed to additionally perform an “ascending four-note vocal phrase featured throughout the song’s runtime, as well as a countermelody in [her] higher register featured prominently during the song’s chorus.” Both parties previously indicated that they reached an agreement last year.

However, in new court documents reportedly obtained by Radar Online, Yasin apparently accused Nipsey Hussle’s brother of not following up on their settlement. “Regrettably, the opposing party has thus far delayed the fulfillment of their obligations under the contract,” the lawsuit allegedly reads. “They are in breach of its terms. Hence, Yasin is under no ongoing obligation to refrain from submitting her claims against the aforementioned parties and estate. The original agreement with the Estate is deemed void due to multiple breaches. Ms. Yasin no longer seeks enforcement of this breached agreement. Instead, she is seeking damages as a result of these breaches and wishes to negotiate a new agreement that will protect her interests moving forward.

Nipsey Hussle At The 2019 Grammys

Nipsey Hussle Brother Intimidation Royalties Songwriting Hip Hop News — LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 10: Nipsey Hussle attends the 61st Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center on February 10, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by David Crotty/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

Furthermore, Yasin claimed that Nipsey Hussle’s brother attacked her with “profanity, insults and derogatory language.” In addition, she alleged that he used “pressure tactics such as threats, intimidation, verbal abuse, insults, gaslighting.” Back in April of this year, the Los Angeles MC’s estate dodged Yasin’s $5 million lawsuit over this. While she initially filed this in December of last year, a judge dismissed it when she didn’t respond to a court order to explain why authorities should hear her out. “The file in this case lacks the papers that would show it is being timely prosecuted, as reflected below,” Judge Stephen V. Wilson ruled. “Accordingly, the Court, on its own motion, hereby orders plaintiff(s) to show cause in writing no later than April 4, 2023 why this action should not be dismissed as to all remaining defendants, for lack of prosecution.

Regardless of all this conflict, the Crenshaw legend still serves as a model of inspiration and praise. Hopefully this reopening of this matter results in proper compensation and preservation of these artistic integrities. If not, we could be in for a nasty redo. For more news and the latest updates on Nipsey Hussle, keep checking in with HNHH.

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Megan Thee Stallion’s 1501 Legal Battle: Hot Girl Facing Harassment Accusations From Former Label

October 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Coming out on top in a legal battle is one thing, but actually securing the funds you’ve won is another. Pop culture fanatics have seen this play out firsthand between Cardi B and Tasha K since the former won her defamation lawsuit for $4 million, and Megan Thee Stallion made it clear that she refuses to end up in the same situation with her former label, 1501 Certified Entertainment. As Radar Online reports, industry executive Carl Crawford is taking legal action against the “Big Ole Freak” rapper, accusing her of seeking a third party to manage 1501’s money in “bad faith and solely for harassment.”

A few months back, Thee Stallion publicly claimed that Crawford’s label had less than $10,000 in its main bank account. As a result of the alleged situation, she’s feeling uncertain about their ability to pay up should she win in their ongoing legal battle. For his part, the former athlete has accused the black haired beauty of spreading rumours that are “groundless and frivolous.” In addition, Crawford insisted that 1501 has “sufficient assets” to pay Megan, should they be required to.

Megan Thee Stallion Has Long Had Problems with 1501 Certified Entertainment

“To gain an unfair advantage in this proceeding, Ms. Pete and her counsel falsely and publicly misrepresented 1501’s financial state in an attempt to both strangle 1501’s business operations and drag Mr. Crawford’s reputation by forcing him to litigate this case in his individual capacity,” the execs lawyers have said. He’s hoping for a judge to sanction Thee Stallion for speaking out, but only time will tell what the courts have to say.

Even with all the stress generated in her life from 1501, Megan Thee Stallion isn’t ruining her Halloween spirit. As has become a tradition since her rise to fame, the Houston native kicked off the month of October with her annual pumpkin head photos that only continue to get better each year. See her shoot from 2023 at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

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Cardi B And Tasha K’s Legal Battle At A Standstill

October 7, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Last year, a judge awarded Cardi B nearly $4 million in her defamation lawsuit against Tasha K. Back in May, the internet personality filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and her documents unveiled her assets. It quickly became clear that the gossip blogger had no way of paying off her debt to Cardi anytime soon.

In August, Tasha K offered the rapper just a small fraction of what she owes her, $220k. She proposed this as part of a payment plan, which had to be submitted within a month of her bankruptcy filing. The “Bongos” performer turned down her offer. She stated that Tasha K had chances to take back the damaging claims she made about her, but didn’t. “Defendant was given multiple opportunities to retract the false and defamatory statements and videos, but Defendant steadfastly refused to do so,” Cardi’s objection filed by her lawyer reads.

Cardi B And Tasha K’s Case Continues

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Now, new documents filed yesterday (October 6), confirm that the case continues to drag on. The paperwork lists the slew of damages and other expenses owed to Cardi by Tasha K, adding up to millions of dollars. It’s unclear when the case could finally be resolved, however, it’s not looking like that will happen any time soon.

Amid the ongoing case, Cardi recently took to social media to clap back at the frequent hate she continues to be a target for online. “I been trying not to disappoint my fans because I’ve been trying to be Cardi B the professional. But Belcalis the Demon, it be really close to come out,” she told viewers. What do you think of Cardi B and Tasha K’s legal battle continuing? Do you think that Cardi B will ever get the nearly $4 million owed to her by Tasha K? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates on Cardi B.

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Michael Jackson’s Estate Resolves Legal Battle Over Allegedly Stolen Belongings

October 4, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Jeffre Phillips was accused by Michael Jackson’s estate of stealing roughly $1 million worth of property from the late performer. Allegedly he entered his home after he passed in 2009, as he had previously been engaged to Jackson’s sibling, LaToya. According to the estate, the stolen items included CDs, DVDs, letters, awards, hard drives, and more.

They also said they believed Phillips planned on selling the items, and had moved forward in getting a judge’s help to recover the property. Now, according to legal documents obtained by TMZ, the two parties have settled. The details surrounding their settlement remain unknown. It’s additionally unclear whether or not the estate was able to recover the items.

MJ’s Estate Settles With Jeffre Phillips

Michael Jackson's Estate Resolves Legal Battle Over Stolen Belongings — Singer Michael Jackson departs early from the Santa Barbara County courthouse at the end of the sixth week of his trial April 8, 2005 in Santa Maria, California. Jackson is charged in a 10-count indictment with molesting a boy, plying him with liquor and conspiring to commit child abduction, false imprisonment and extortion. (Photo by Carlo Allegri/Getty Images)

Among the items believed to be stolen was also a sweet handwritten note from MJ’s son, Prince. Recently, the 26-year-old opened up about watching his father struggle with his appearance. He shut down allegations that his father wanted to be white, revealing that he wanted to “glow” instead.

“He had a skin condition called vitiligo,” Prince began. “I think it was even on the autopsy report. I think the cause of it– it’s up for speculation. But it’s either vitiligo or some form of lupus that contributed to the vitiligo. And he had a lot of insecurity around, kind of, looking blotchy. So, he wanted to see if he could smooth out his appearance. I think that ‘glowing’ may have also had something to do with it because he was visionary I guess in the way that he thought.” What do you think of MJ’s estate settling with Jeffre Phillips? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates on Michael Jackson.

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Nipsey Hussle’s Baby Mama Allegedly Has “Unapproved” Recording Of Their Daughter

September 16, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nipsey Hussle’s ex, Tanisha Foster, continues to battle the late artist’s estate in court. Over the years, their legal back and forth has primarily surrounded the custody of their 14-year-old daughter, Emani. Most recently, Emani’s legal advocate, William Spiller, accused Foster of being in possession of an “unlawful” recording of the teen.

Though it remains unclear exactly what the recording is, Spiller notes that any conversation he has with Emani is protected under the law, and her having the recording is in violation of their attorney-client privilege. He claims that she’s failed to relinquish the tape, which he calls “surreptitious, unlawful, [and] unapproved.”

Tanisha Foster Continues To Battle Nipsey Hussle’s Estate

Nipsey Hussle's Baby Mama Allegedly Has "Unapproved" Recording Of Their Daughter — Rapper Nipsey Hussle performs onstage during the Power 106 Powerhouse festival at Glen Helen Amphitheatre on May 12, 2018 in San Bernardino, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)

“It cannot be stressed enough that such a recording is unlawful,” Spiller emphasizes. He wants sanctions adding up to $2,500 filed against her, but according to her, she doesn’t have to pay up. Foster is now working to try to get Spiller removed from his position as Emani’s guardian ad litem, though she failed to specify a reason why. Nipsey Hussle’s family members are Emani’s primary legal guardians, after a judge ruled in 2019 not to give Foster guardianship. Instead, Nipsey’s siblings Samantha Smith and Sam Asghedom as well as his mother Angelique Smith, were given custody. At the time, they described Foster as being “unfit” to be Emani’s primary guardian.

His estate has also gone back and forth with the mother of his other child in the past, Lauren London. Regardless, both of his children are expected to inherit around $1 million from their late father. London and Foster continue to celebrate Nipsey after his 2021 death, with various heartfelt social media posts. What do you think of the legal battle between Nipsey’s ex and his estate? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates on Nipsey Hussle.

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Nicki Minaj’s Husband Claims Alleged Rape Victim Is Trying To Humiliate Him

September 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nicki Minaj’s husband Kenneth Petty is accused of sexually assaulting Jennifer Hough back in 1994. He previously took a plea deal in the case, but she alleges that he’s been violating it. Hough accuses Petty of attempting to intimidate and harass her, claiming that it’s had a negative impact on her life. Recently, she moved to amend her complaint, adding new evidence to strengthen her case.

The evidence includes various images from around the time of the alleged incident. The photos showcase wounds on Hough’s neck, as well as the knife allegedly used. Petty’s team claims that the evidence was put forth in an attempt to humiliate him to appease Hough’s lawyer. They also say that Hough and her team filing the exhibit publicly and making statements about the photos prove this. They claim that the motion was made in bad faith. Hough’s lawyer Tyrone Blackburn, however, has other ideas.

Kenneth Petty’s Alleged Rape Victim’s Lawyer Claps Back

Young M.A, DJ Clue, Big BZ, Kenneth Zoo Petty, and Nicki Minaj attend Church On Sundays Hosted By Nicki Minaj And Phil The Mayor And DJ Clues Birthday Party at The Argyle on February 8, 2019 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/Getty Images)

He claims that Hough has been accused of lying, now gaining the opportunity to prove her case with new evidence. “Now, [Hough] has secured confirming evidence… she is somehow ‘acting in bad faith,’” he explains. “If anything, [Hough] is acting in good faith, as she is solidifying a position that she has had concerning the rape in 1994, which is that she did not ‘lie on that man [Defendant Petty].”

“Petty did not come forward to clear the record when his wife went on her Queen Radio program and accused [Hough] of lying,” Blackburn also adds. “Accused [Hough] of being a white woman, saying ‘white equals right,’ and disgustingly insinuating that Plaintiff is comparable to Carolyn Bryant, the white woman who wrongfully accused Emmett Till.” Hough has also filed a $20 million lawsuit against Petty for allegedly harassing her over the years to recant her allegations. Keep an eye on HNHH for more updates on Nicki Minaj and Kenneth Petty.

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Mo3’s Estate Battles With Engineer, Claims He Stole Late Rapper’s Vocal Tracks

August 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Back in 2020, Mo3 met an untimely death after he was shot on a Dallas freeway at the age of 28. Following his passing, rumors circulated surrounding the circumstances leading up to his death. Some reports suggest that the rapper could have been followed after leaving a woman’s house that day. Reportedly, Mo3 crashed his car after realizing what was going on, and the man following him chased him on foot for a while before shooting him. Sadly, Mo3 passed away that same day in the hospital.

The events leading up to his murder aren’t the only thing to spark controversy as of late. The rapper’s estate is now claiming that a recording engineer, Ray Gene Bollin, is holding some of his unreleased vocal tracks hostage. They say that although Mo3 would frequently use Bollin’s studio to record, he had little to do with the music he created. Apparently, his contribution was limited to “setting up a microphone and pushing the record button,” under the “specific direction, guidance, and control” of Mo3.

Mo3’s Estate Says Bollin Tried To Sell Recordings Without Permission

Mo3's Estate Battles With Engineer, Claims He Stole Late Rapper's Vocal Tracks — Mo3 attends EMPIRE Celebrates The Grammys at The Reserve on January 24, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/Getty Images for EMPIRE)

Mo3’s estate is now in a legal battle with Bollin, fighting to reclaim the allegedly stolen vocal tracks. According to them, he even approached Empire, looking to sell the stolen recordings. Bollin claims to be seeking unpaid studio fees, on top of royalties, “licensing fees,” and more. Initially, he was asking for $10,000- $20,000 for the studio fees. He then went on to ask for over $600,000 for all the fees combined.

The estate has now dubbed the engineer an “opportunistic interloper.” Mo3’s mother, Nichole Noble, also claims that Bollin wished her a happy mother’s day amid the drama. “If you want to [make] me happy please give me my son’s music. I am having to go through too much as is,” she later responded.

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Jorge Masvidal Alleges Police Sided With Covington

April 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The aftermath of the altercation between MMA stars Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington in March 2022 has slowly unfolded over recent months. According to reports, Masvidal allegedly attacked Covington outside a Miami Beach restaurant 17 days after he lost to Covington at UFC 272. Footage of the incident quickly emerged online and Masvidal was charged with two felonies.

More details have since surfaced. Covington has claimed Masvidal broke his tooth and gave him brain damage. Covington has not fought in the Octagon since his March 2022 bout with Masvidal. However, he is rumored to be the next opponent for welterweight champion Leon Edwards. All this comes during a legal battle for Masvidal, who pled not guilty to both charges. Masvidal has also since retired, following a brutal loss at UFC 287. However, Masvidal has now hit back with new claims about the incident.

New Court Documents Show New Masvidal Claim

According to court documents acquired by TMZ, Masvidal has made some bombshell claims regarding the March 2022 incident. Notably, he has claimed that the Miami Beach Police Department showed “favoritism” towards Covington. According to Masvidal, Covington did not call 911 but a Miami Beach sergeant he trained with. Additionally, Masvidal claimed that when said sergeant arrived, he called in a “Code 3”. Code 3 is a police response code for an incident that “is defined as an emergency response determined by factors such as immediate danger to officer or public safety.” He also alleges that the unnamed sergeant made calls to individual officers to request their presence. Furthermore, Masvidal claims that in a podcast appearance prior to the incident, Covington said that he “rolls with the Miami Beach Police Department.”

As a result of the new claims, Masvidal’s attorney Bradford Cohen is making several demands. He wants several new pieces of evidence, including Covington’s podcast comments, entered into the court record. In a statement Cohen said, “From our investigation and witness depositions it’s clear that protocol was not followed that evening and Mr. Covington received preferential treatment.” These shocking claims, to which the MBPD had not responded to at the time of writing, could completely redefine Masvidal’s legal proceedings. Masvidal is due to next appear in court in May.

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