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Birdman Believes A Drake, Nicki Minaj & Lil Wayne Show Would Net Them $20 Million

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Birdman’s very proud of all of his alumni of Cash Money and Young Money, but when those label names come up, there’s a particular trio that immediately comes to mind. Moreover, the rapper and executive recently reflected on how much Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Lil Wayne could make if they did a show together. After all, it’s been a long time (almost a year, and almost a decade before that) since they shared the stage for a performance. Considering the legendary status that they all reached in the game, people would pay a lot of money to see such spectacle. Baby knows this, and told The 85 South Comedy Show podcast just how much a potential show could net the iconic trifecta.

“So you know with Nicki and Drake, that s**t about $15-20million a show,” Birdman stated. “Big facts. A lot of [money on the table]. $4-5million a show. We’ve been offered about $4-5million a show. That’s without Drake and Nicki.” Of course, it’s unsurprising that Lil Wayne alone would be worth so much for a concert. However, his remarks open up the possibility that a Young Money reunion show (or tour, hopefully) would be a massive moment for the culture.

Read More: Young Money Artists: Where Are They Now?

Birdman Speaks On Money-Making Potential Of Drake, Nicki Minaj & Lil Wayne Show

Still, we do have to recognize that Young Money is no longer what it was, with each artist going on to shape their own careers. Sure, Weezy still commits to his label artists and Nicki Minaj remains on Young Money, but Drake moved onto OVO and Republic, which Nicki also partnered with. Regardless, Drizzy’s still loyal to Birdman, Cash Money, and Young Money. “I’m always going to be involved in the Cash Money/Young Money imprint,” he told Rap Radar in 2019. “And my loyalty, like I said, always lies there.”

Meanwhile, the last time the three performed together was at the 6 God’s October World Weekend festival in August of 2022. It was the first time they did so in nearly ten years, and it made for an electrifying moment. With Pink Friday 2, For All The Dogs, and Tha Carter VI on the way, hopefully they can reunite on wax, too. If not, they have that $20 million show to wager on. For more news on Birdman, Drake, Lil Wayne, and Nicki Minaj, stay posted on HNHH.

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Birdman Scammed Out Of $5.4 Million In Oil Business

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Birdman is a heavily influential figure in Southern hip-hop, but even the business mogul has his slip-ups from time to time. However, it’s not easy to call this instance a misstep, since it was a straight-up scam as he entered the oil business. Moreover, he and his brother Slim founded an oil and gas exploration company called BRONALD Oil and Gas, but their extracurricular business got them in some trouble. Between March 2006 and November 2010, around 20 people were impacted by an individual named Mark Roy Anderson swindling the duo for $5.4 million. The FBI tracked him down for ten years, interviewed Baby and Slim, and eventually caught him, resulting in an eleven-year prison sentence.

Furthermore, the story (according to the Daily Beast) goes that Anderson allegedly stole a million dollars from a Dallas real estate broker, plus some other investors. After authorities issued a civil suit that he dodged, officials launched a criminal investigation, convicted him, and fined him $130,000. However, it’s unclear where Birdman fits into this narrative. What we do know is that the two met between April and September of 2008, with Baby wiring him the $5.4 million in that timeframe.

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Birdman At The BET “Music Moguls” Premiere Event

Birdman Scammed Oil
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA – JUNE 27: Rapper Birdman attends BET “Music Moguls” Premiere Event at 1OAK on June 27, 2016 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Earl Gibson III/Getty Images for BET)

In addition, the Cash Money executive met up in person with Anderson in Oklahoma to “specifically to see the oil leases” and verify his investments. Then, Anderson disappeared from the oil industry after playing Birdman and other individuals who had put up money. In 2011, the FBI interviewed the New Orleans native in their efforts to track Anderson down. Unfortunately, it seems like the scammer didn’t learn his lesson, as he was arrested again in 2020. This time, it was for a three-year hemp farm scam, on which investors wasted around $9 million.

Meanwhile, the 54-year-old spent a lot of time this year advocating for CEOs to be part of hip-hop’s 50th anniversary celebrations. Still, maybe he’s not going about it in the best way. After all, comparing Quality Control’s P and Diddy while putting one of them down seems like more competitive than celebratory. Regardless, keep checking in with HNHH for the latest news and updates on Birdman.

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50 Cent’s $1.5 Million “Jet Car” Will Have You Begging For The Future

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50 Cent is one of hip-hop’s biggest car aficionados, lending a lot of gorgeous and powerful vehicles to DJ Envy’s upcoming car show- which is in savage and beef-heavy competition with Rick Ross’ own event. However, his latest alleged purchase might just top the rest. Moreover, SuperCarBlondie reported that Fif bought the White Lightning Jet Car for a staggering $1.5 million, and the hefty price tag isn’t just for show. In fact, the Parker Brothers designed the whip with inspiration from Formula 1 and built it from scratch. According to reports, it can reach up to more than 400 horsepower and ride at 250mph on the streets.

Considering the G-Unit mogul’s insane portfolio, it’s crazy to think that this is just a hobby for him at this point, albeit a passionate one. Apparently, he actually brought things down a notch when it comes to his crazy purchases. “The stuff that they see that I’ve learned, it kinda kept me out of trouble at points,” 50 Cent told Ari Melber. “The stuff I was saying in the music in the very beginning, I was crazy to tell you the truth, Ari. I was absolutely crazy at that point.”

Read More: 50 Cent: The Media Mogul

50 Cent’s New “Jet Car”

In addition to his musical ventures, entertainment empire, and social media presence, 50 Cent is also looking forward to his upcoming tour. However, during a recent Instagram Live session with fans, he suggested that “The Final Lap” might be a literal title for his tour after all. While it will commemorate the 20th anniversary of Get Rich Or Die Tryin’, it seems like it will be his farewell trek. Still, the Queens legend said he sold 500,000 tickets in seven days, so in any case, it’ll be a successful and fulfilling last ride.

“Because ticket sales are doing so well, they’re adding new markets,” he told fans. “So the U.K., North America and possibly Australia will be in there. I gotta get to Africa, I got a lot of spots I gotta hit before I be done, because this is the Final Lap Tour. I won’t be running around like this no more, I gotta do my film and television stuff. Got a lot of other things going on behind the scenes that I gotta work on, so I won’t be out touring as much as I’ve been touring. I’m having fun this time because it’s set up to enjoy myself, we not feeling pressure.” For the latest news and updates on 50 Cent, stick around on HNHH.

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Famous Dex Signs $5.6 Million Label Deal

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Famous Dex just hopped on Instagram to announce that he signed a $5.6 million deal with 300 Entertainment. Moreover, the record label and entertainment company is or was home to the likes of $NOT, Young Thug, Mary J. Blige, Gunna, Megan Thee Stallion, and many more listed on their website. Furthermore, this news from Dexter comes after his newest single “Where’s Dexter” with Rich The Kid and Jay Critch in January of this year. Given that Rich Forever reunion, it seems like the Chicago rapper is amping up for a comeback season.

Another way in which he demonstrated a career change is his rehab stint following his release from jail. Unfortunately, this is the latest development in his turbulent path to fame, which fell victim to a lot of missteps along the way. Between various arrests and well-publicized and apparent substance issues, it’s been a rocky road for the 29-year-old. As such, many expressed doubt that he would be able to bounce back. However, that move into rehab happened in September of 2021 according to reports. With the fact he’s been lying relatively low since then, many are hopeful that he gets back on the right track, and expressed happiness that this move might achieve that further.

Famous Dex Lands New Label Deal With 300 Entertainment

“5.6m,” he captioned his Instagram post with a money bag emoji. “New deal today God is amazing #wavebros #300ent #richforevermusic.” However, someone in the comments pointed out that he was with 300 before, with Dex himself even replying with “I’m saying” and some crying-laughing emojis. As such, maybe this is more like a deal renegotiation instead of a new deal altogether. Regardless, it’s still likely a positive move for the artist if handled well, as others in the comments pointed out that the label might do him dirty.

Meanwhile, it’s also great to see him reconnect with Rich The Kid after they had brief spat around July of 2018. Sure, they’ve been back on good terms for a while, but it’s another thing to see those relationships last in a volatile industry. Considering these tales, hopefully these are all factors that Dexter turns into positive outcomes for his career and life moving forward. With all that in mind, stay logged into HNHH for the latest news and updates on Famous Dex.

Kim Kardashian Took Out $48 Million Mortgage To Purchase Malibu Mansion

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Kim Kardashian reportedly took out a $48 million mortgage in order to purchase her new $70 million Malibu mansion. Moreover, she used Britney Spears’ controversial ex-business manager Lou Taylor to make the deal and borrowed funds from investment bank BNY Mellon. Furthermore, the company offers custom mega-mortgages for incredibly rich clients, and the reality TV star closed the deal in September of last year according to documents obtained by the US Sun. While the mortgage’s terms are unclear, the national average rate on the week of the sale was 5.56% on 30-year fixed mortgages with jumbo balances, based on reports from the Mortgage Bankers Association.

In fact, that loan rate and structure equals monthly payments of over $278,000 before taxes and insurance. However, these payments could fluctuate up or down depending on differing terms of the deal. Regardless, the previous owners of this Malibu destination were Cindy Crawford and husband Rande Gerber. Moreover, the stunning home contains four bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms within over 7,000 square feet. Interestingly, it’s about 14 miles away from ex-husband Kanye West’s recently purchased $57 million property.

Kim Kardashian’s $70 Million Malibu Mansion

According to mortgage documents referenced by the Sun, Lou Taylor helped the 42-year-old out with the purchase. Moreover, the company used to complete the purchase has the same address as Taylor’s management firm. For those unaware, Taylor received much scrutiny for his handling of Britney Spears’ conservatorship battle. Still, the company denied claims from the singer that they misused her $60 million fortune during her father’s 13-year conservatorship. Still, the Kardashians worked closely with Taylor before to handle much of their business deals, acquisitions, and other endeavors. It seems that their working relationship remains, even when considering Spears who was once much closer to Kim.

Meanwhile, Kim acquired the Malibu mansion through a reportedly off-market private transaction, with Jade Mills of Coldwell Banker also overseeing the sale. Moreover, this purchase marks the sixth most expensive real estate transection in Southern California in 2022, according to the Los Angeles Times. Given Kim’s pockets, it’s not surprising to see her dropping bags on luxury destinations. Regardless, log back into HNHH for the latest news and updates on Kim Kardashian.

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Detroit Rapper Crème Serving Prison Time For Stealing Millions Via Tax Fraud

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Detroit artist Crème of the rap duo Deuces Wild is serving time in prison after stealing millions through tax fraud. Moreover, a judge sentenced her to four and a half years behind bars for a tax fraud scheme that involved state agencies and the IRS. Also, they ordered Crème, real name Sameerah Marrell, to pay almost $8 million in restitution. Overall, the rapper stole $8.5 million through a tax fraud scheme, effective from 2014 to the early months of 2022.

Furthermore, the Detroit area artist pleaded guilty to wire fraud, mail fraud, and committing an offense while on bond in January. However, she avoided authorities by refusing to attend a guilty plea hearing in October of 2022. Still, her failure to comply didn’t last long, as officials caught her in Memphis back in December of 2022. Through Crème’s fraudulent system, she and her accomplices targeted both state agencies and the wider Internal Revenue Service. Moreover, the 42-year-old and complicit colleagues filed over 120 false income tax returns for trusts and estates. While this was to try to claim over $13 million from the IRS, the buck didn’t stop there. In addition, they falsified state income tax returns to try to claim over $14 million from Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Maryland and Minnesota.

Crème Caught For Tax Fraud

“Ms. Marrell committed an astonishing amount of fraud against federal and state agencies,” the IRS said in a press release from official Charles Miller. “She also proved herself incorrigible, continuing her scams even after her initial arrest. We hope that today’s sentence will deter both Ms. Marrell and anyone else who seeks to steal public funds for private gain.”

While Crème launched an insane plan with a broad scope, all roads led to her eventual arrest given the staggering amount of fraud. Moreover, she must serve three years on supervised release after she completes her prison sentence. Meanwhile, she actually caught at least a bit of neutral news from the sentence. For example, the court slightly reduced her restitution based on cars, money, and jewelry seized by the government during the investigation. At least it’s not cash upfront. Regardless, come back to HNHH for more wild stories and occurrences in the rap game.

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