Ashanti Confirmed That She And Nelly Are Engaged And Expecting Their First Child Together

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It has been some months since rumors first began to circulate about a potential pregnancy for the recently reunited Ashanti and Nelly. The millennial radio mainstays were first linked again in 2022 after revisiting the past‘ with a sultry performance in Las Vegas.

Today, Ashanti confirmed the pregnancy rumors and announced her engagement to Nelly in an exclusive report in Essence, as well as an Instagram post with a LOT of production value.

“This new year of my life is such a blessing full of love, hope, and anticipation,” she told Essence. Motherhood is something that I have looked forward to, and sharing this with my family, fiancé, and loyal fans, who have been so supportive of my career, is an amazing experience.”

The two performers had originally dated from early 2003 after meeting at a Grammy Awards press conference and were together for about 10 years, splitting in 2015 after Ashanti intimated that she’d been “betrayed” by the “Country Grammar” rapper, although they did not reveal a specific reason for the breakup. Their reunion was greeted warmly by fans, with Nelly saying, “I think it surprised both of us though. It wasn’t anything that was like planned. I think we both were pretty much doing what we do, but sometimes being separate, you understand one another more. See maybe what they see.”

Now it seems what the couple sees — or hears, rather — is wedding bells.

Nelly Teases the Return of Apple Bottoms Jeans in 2024

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Nelly is putting the ladies on notice: Apple Bottoms will be back in 2024! Hitting Instagram, Nelly shared a mockup of the return of his ladies jean line, penning: “2024 DON’T CALL IT A COMEBACK..!!”

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Ashanti & Nelly’s Relationship Continues To Thrive On & Off Social Media

Spring has officially sprung, and as per usual, the warmer weather is shaking things up in the world of love and romance. After being boo’d up for the winter, people are starting to shake off their extra layers and co-dependent relationships in favour of fun with friends and soaking up the sunshine. Nelly and Ashanti have had plenty of wild summers – together and apart – over the past two decades. However, 2024 is going to be different than any other. Though they haven’t given the official word to fans just yet, the former Murder Inc. songstress is allegedly expecting her first child with her beau.

The 49-year-old is already a father of two kids of his own, plus the two he adopted after his stepsister Jacqueline Donahue tragically died from leukemia in 2005. Even before gossip about the pregnancy began to spread, Nelly was constantly going viral for the massive grin on his face while in Ashanti’s presence. Now that they’re working on building a family together, he looks more in love than ever before.

Read More: Nelly Believes His Era Of Hip-Hop Was The “Toughest”

Ashanti and Nelly Are Always All Smiles Together

 
 
 
 
 
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On Wednesday (March 20), Ashanti’s Instagram lit up with a new photo dump revealing how she and her man spent Super Bowl Sunday and Valentine’s Day. It begins with a clip of the East Coast icon grinning wide while Nelly plants sweet kisses all over her cheek before they both burst into song. Rather than showing off any signs of a baby bump, Ashanti kept the focus on her vibrant, red outfit and signature giant hoop earrings.

When Ashanti pregnancy rumours first began swirling, her longtime fans were overjoyed for the “Foolish” hitmaker. However, now that her mother has declared the news as “public,” but not “announced,” it’s beginning to feel like an elephant in the room. Read what Tina Douglas had to say about the situation at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

Read More: Ashanti’s Mother Seemingly Confirms Pregnancy Rumors, Claims It’s “Public” But Not “Announced”

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How Much Are Tickets For Janet Jackson’s ‘Together Again’ 2024 Tour?

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Following a successful run in 2023, Janet Jackson’s Together Again Tour will return with a vengeance this spring. Today (January 16), the “All For You” singer unveiled the massive 43-date schedule featuring special guest Nelly.

Jackson’s Together Again Tour celebrates many milestones, including the entertainer’s half-century-long career. During the live shows, Jackson will honor the anniversaries of many of her greatest albums (25th of The Velvet Rope, 30th of Janet, and the 35th for Rhythm Nation). With so many iconic records to perform, fans are desperate to get their hands on tickets for the tour.

So, with the Together Again Tour set to launch in March, potential patrons wonder just how much a pair of tickets will set them back.

How Much Are Tickets For Janet Jackson’s 2024 ‘Together Again Tour?’

The official price for the 2024 Together Again Tour list won’t be revealed until the presale on Wednesday, January 17. However, it is safe to assume that tickets could mirror last year’s run. Pulling from Jackson’s concert at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in Texas, tickets could range from $39.95 to $499.95. On the past event’s landing page, the cost of tickets (not including VIP packages) is broken into three sections.

At the 16,500-capacity venue, the lowest price point was for the lawn area, which started at $39.95. The next price point range for the middle section was listed between $59.95 and $299.95. The pavilion’s final section (pit), nearest the stage, ran ticket holders between $299.95 and $499.95. Again, these prices haven’t been confirmed but are a starting point.

Janet Jackson’s Together Again Tour 2024 presale will begin on Wednesday, January 17, at 10 a.m. local time. The general sale will follow on Friday, January 19, at 10 a.m. local time. Find more information here.

How To Buy Tickets For Janet Jackson’s ‘Together Again’ Tour In 2024

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Janet Jackson will continue her Together Again tour this year. The star recently unveiled some new dates which will kick off on June 4th in Palm Desert, California, and run until the end of July. Nelly will also be opening for her.

For those interested in going, here’s what to know about getting tickets.

How To Buy Tickets For Janet Jackson’s ‘Together Again’ Tour In 2024

Tickets for Janet Jackson‘s Together Again tour will be available starting in a presale on Ticketmaster, which opens tomorrow (January 17) at 10 a.m. local time.

If you happen to miss the early ticket sale, they will open to the public on Friday, January 19.

Before Janet does her summer North American run, she is also set to play shows in Japan and the Bahamas.

Below, find a complete list of Jackson’s new dates. For more information, visit her official website.

06/04 — Palm Desert, CA @ Acrisure Arena
06/06 — Chula Vista, CA @ North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
06/08 — Los Angeles, CA @ The Kia Forum
06/09 — Anaheim, CA @ Honda Center
06/11 — Sacramento, CA @ Golden 1 Center
06/12 — San Francisco, CA @ Chase Center
06/14 — Salt Lake City, UT @ USANA Amphitheatre
06/16 — Denver, CO @ Ball Arena
06/18 — Saint Paul, MN @ Xcel Energy Center
06/19 — Chicago, IL @ United Center
06/21 — St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
06/22 — Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
06/23 — Indianapolis, IN @ Gainbridge Fieldhouse
06/25 — Cleveland, OH @ Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
06/26 — Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center
06/28 — Boston, MA @ TD Garden
06/29 — Hartford, CT @ The XFINITY Theatre
07/02 — Detroit, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre
07/03 — Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena
07/05 — Buffalo, NY @ Darien Lake Amphitheater
07/06 — Hershey, PA @ Hersheypark Stadium
07/09 — Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center
07/10 — Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center
07/12 — Washington, DC @ Capital One Arena
07/13 — Baltimore, MD @ CFG Bank Arena
07/14 — Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion
07/16 — Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
07/18 — West Palm Beach, FL @ iThink Financial Amphitheatre
07/20 — Orlando, FL @ Kia Center
07/21 — Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena
07/23 — New Orleans, LA @ Smoothie King Center
07/25 — Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena
07/26 — Oklahoma City, OK @ Paycom Center
07/27 — Austin, TX @ Moody Center
07/30 — Phoenix, AZ @ Footprint Center

Janet Jackson Has Extended Her Biggest Tour Yet, ‘Together Again,’ Into 2024 And Nelly Is Joining Her

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2023 was the year of comeback tours. From 5o Cent and Taylor Swift to Beyoncé, music’s biggest names drew in huge crowds during their tours. Another superstar that pulled in massive audiences on the road was “Nasty” singer Janet Jackson through her Together Again Tour, the highest-grossing tour of her career.

Those who could not secure tickets for last year’s tour stop are in luck. On January 16, Jackson announced her decision to extend her run. Beginning in March, Jackson’s performance stint will resume thanks to the 2024 Together Again Tour. On several of the select 43-date schedule, “Hot In Herre” rapper Nelly will serve as a special guest.

Janet Jackson’s Together Again Tour 2024 presale will begin on Wednesday, January 17, at 10 a.m. local time. The general sale will follow on Friday, January 19, at 10 a.m. local time. Find more information here.

Janet Jackson’s Together Again Tour 2024 dates

03/08 – Honolulu, HI @ Blaisdell Arena
03/09 – Honolulu, HI @ Blaisdell Arena
03/10 – Honolulu, HI @ Blaisdell Arena
03/13 – Quezon City, PH @ SMART Araneta Coliseum- Araneta Center Cubao
03/16 – Nagoya, JP @ ポートメッセなごや
03/17 – Osaka, JP @ Osaka-Jo Hal
03/20 – Yokohama, JP @ Kアリーナ横浜(建設中)
04/27 – Paradise Island, BS @ Atlantis Bahamas
06/04 – Palm Desert, CA @ Acrisure Arena *
06/06 – Chula Vista, CA @ North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre *
06/08 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Kia Forum *
06/09 – Anaheim, CA @ Honda Center *
06/11 – Sacramento, CA @ Golden 1 Center *
06/12 – San Francisco, CA @ Chase Center *
06/14 – Salt Lake City, UT @ USANA Amphitheatre *
06/16 – Denver, CO @ Ball Arena *
06/18 – Saint Paul, MN @ Xcel Energy Center *
06/19 – Chicago, IL @ United Center *
06/21 – St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre *
06/22 – Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center *
06/23 – Indianapolis, IN @ Gainbridge Fieldhouse *
06/25 – Cleveland, OH @ Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse *
06/26 – Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center *
06/28 – Boston, MA @ TD Garden *
06/29 – Hartford, CT @ The XFINITY Theatre *
07/02 – Detroit, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre *
07/03 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena *
07/05 – Buffalo, NY @ Darien Lake Amphitheater *
07/06 – Hershey, PA @ Hersheypark Stadium *
07/09 – Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center *
07/10 – Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center *
07/12 – Washington, DC @ Capital One Arena *
07/13 – Baltimore, MD @ CFG Bank Arena *
07/14 – Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion *
07/16 – Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre *
07/18 – West Palm Beach, FL @ iThink Financial Amphitheatre *
07/20 – Orlando, FL @ Kia Center *
07/21 – Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena *
07/23 – New Orleans, LA @ Smoothie King Center *
07/25 – Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena *
07/26 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Paycom Center *
07/27 – Austin, TX @ Moody Center *
07/30 – Phoenix, AZ @ Footprint Center *

* with Nelly

Who Is D’Nerro? Nelly’s New Girl Group

Nelly is one of the most popular Hip Hop acts of all time. He made waves in the early 2000s, and is still going strong. Nelly has crossed many milestones throughout his career, including the establishment of his record label, Derrty Entertainment. The label has managed quite a few artists, such as Slyro Jenkins and King Jacobs. More recently, Nelly’s label has been responsible for the upcoming rap group, D’Nerro. 

Read More: Nelly’s Debut Album “Country Grammar” Turns 23

Who Are The Members of D’Nerro?

 
 
 
 
 
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D’Nerro comprises four young female rappers: JMoney, KortneyyyB, Bunk Bandz, and Dara Dollaz. All members of the group have been dedicated to putting their best into their craft. Moreover, they have showcased a seamless unity between themselves, working with one another to promote the collective. So far, the group’s style infuses heavy storytelling and dialogue. 

The group’s most recent single, “Girl Talk,” and its music video are slowly but steadily garnering buzz. D’Nerro has released two other music videos for the tracks: “5500,” feat. 42 Dugg, and “175.” Both songs can be found on their official YouTube channel, where they are racking up thousands of views. Besides these songs, the group also released a freestyle in October in conjunction with Go Crazy TV.

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JMoney is a rapper, self-love influencer and 1/4 of D’Nerro. The founder of the #justicecherabeautymovement, she frequently uploads self-love and introspective quotes in the form of colorful pictures and designs. JMoney is also a Tennessee State alumna who graduated on the Dean’s list in November 2021. As a D’Nerro member, she brings a gritty flow to the mix, making the group’s general tone impactful.  

Read More: Ashanti’s Best Hip Hop Collabs: Ja Rule, Fat Joe, & More

KortneyyyB (Kortney)

D’Nerro’s KortneyyyB is a rapper and hairstylist. She has a business page on Instagram where she promotes her services and skills. KortneyyyB is not only skilled as a hairstylist, but is also a licensed cosmetologist. In her position as a D’Nerro member, Kortney contributes heavy-hitting but laid-back bars. With a mellow flow, she swerves in and out of verses with skill, infusing noticeable one-liners. 

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Bunk does not share much about herself on her social media outside of her role as a member of D’Nerro. She also has a laid-back rap style, with flows that blend in perfectly with other members of the group. Nonetheless, Bunk, or “Big Bunk” as she sometimes calls herself, employs a powerful delivery whenever she steps up. She also brings a lot of hype to the group, both as a rapper and dancer. 

Daradollaz (Dara) 

 
 
 
 
 
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Daradollaz is a rapper and entrepreneur with extensive experience in fashion. The artist owns a fashion brand called Dresscode Wardrobe. Through this brand, she designs and sells leather pants, t-shirts, varsity jackets, hoodies, shorts, baseball caps, and other casual clothing items. As a member of D’Nerro, Dara contributes a lot of value, bringing her skills as both a rapper and entrepreneur to the fore.

So, What’s Next for D’Nerro?

 
 
 
 
 
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D’Nerro put out “Girl’s Talk” in September and collaborated with Go Crazy TV on a freestyle in October. That’s the last time they released anything, so it’s only a matter of time before they’re back in our faces. Overall, their future looks bright and promising, as they undoubtedly have the skills to fuel a long career. Nelly has also been actively involved with the group, posting updates about their most recent releases. With this industry backing, fans most definitely can’t wait to see what they do next!  

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How Many Kids Does Ashanti Have?

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Over the years, Ashanti has been revisiting her music catalog. The “Gotta Move On” singer is aiming to pull a Taylor Swift, which is to say hoping to regain the masters of her older albums. While reminiscing on the past, Ashanti happened to reconnect with a very famous ex, Nelly. Since their lovey-dovey Las Vegas performance in April, the pair haven’t left each other’s side. Now, their romantic party of two might be expanding soon.

On Monday, December 4, US Weekly alleged that Ashanti and Nelly are expecting their first child together. Fans online quickly elated over the rumor, given that the couple dated on and off for nearly 10 years. Given the news, it’s worth asking how many kids does Ashanti have?

The answer is: Ashanti doesn’t have any children. As for Nelly, he has four children of his own: two children (a daughter and son) from prior relationships and two adopted children. Nelly’s adoptive children are his biological niece and nephew. Nelly formerly adopted his niece and nephew following the death of his sister Jackie, who battled health complications from leukemia.

If Ashanti is indeed expecting, this would make for Nelly’s third biological child.

How Many Kids Does Nelly Have?

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St. Louis rapper Nelly has been a pop culture fixture for 20 years, but there are still some things even his most hardcore fans don’t know about him. With the news breaking that he and longtime girlfriend Ashanti are expecting their first child together, some of those fans might be wondering whether Nelly has any other kids — or just how many.

As it turns out, when his and Ashanti’s child is born, that will make five kids for the “Country Grammar” rapper, who has two children from prior relationships and two adopted children, who are also his niece and nephew. He adopted them after his sister Jackie died from luekemia complications in 2005. Although he generally keeps all of the kids out of the public eye, he has occasionally posted photos with them on special occasions:

How Many Kids Does Ashanti Have?

Ashanti’s child with Nelly will be her first.

How Long Have Nelly And Ashanti Been Dating?

The couple’s dating history is more complex than the average. They originally began dating in 2003 and were together for nearly a decade. After another ten years passed, though, they rekindled their relationship early this year after trying being just friends. At the Grammys, Nelly told Entertainment Tonight, “Time does wonders for a lot of different things. And time is one those things that allows you time to reflect on what’s what, and you get a chance to see things in a different light and see your faults. So I think we both did that and it’s cool that we just friends.”

It certainly looks like they’re back together for real this time.

Ashanti Reportedly Expecting First Child With Boyfriend Nelly

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Ashanti is reportedly expecting her first child with boyfriend Nelly, according to new reports. This exciting news comes after the couple was seen at an event at a Four Seasons Hotel.

Ashanti Pregnant?

New reports suggest that Ashanti is expecting her first child with her boyfriend, Nelly. As Ashanti anticipates her first experience with motherhood, Nelly, who already has two adult children from a previous relationship, is set to welcome another addition to the family.

This exciting news comes after the couple attended the St. Louis rap legend’s 11th Black and White Ball at the Four Seasons Hotel, where a video of Nelly rubbing the “Happy” singer’s alleged baby bump started speculation about a possible pregnancy.

Fans Congratulate The Hip-Hop Couple

Fans on  X couldn’t contain their excitement upon hearing the news about Ashanti’s pregnancy. One user, @eddluxe, commented, “Awww congrats to them. I always liked them as a couple.” 

Another user, @Owusuivy, expressed happiness for the couple, saying, “They look so happy and in love, happy for them.” However, not everyone was as supportive, with one user, @prettygirlxclub, sarcastically noting, “Nelly didn’t waste any time, huh.”

Reunited

Sources close to the couple have not confirmed the due date or any further details about the pregnancy at this time.

In September 2023, Nelly officially announced his reconciliation with Ashanti during an episode of the Boss Moves with Rasheeda podcast. The couple, who had previously experienced an on-and-off relationship spanning over a decade, has now rekindled their romance.

Sexyy Red Announces She’s Pregnant

In other pregnancy news, St. Louis rapper Sexyy Red recently announced her pregnancy ahead of her Hood Hottest Princess Tour. Fans on social media platforms debated whether this would impact her career. 

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