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WWE Legend Virgil Dies At 61

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Virgil, the WWE legend best known as being Ted DiBiase’s right-hand man, has died at the age of 61. Virgil, whose legal name was Michael Jones, had suffered from a series of medical issues in previous years. However, his death will still come as a shock to many of his fans.

Virgil debuted in 1985 and soon became a part of Ted DiBiase’s “Million Dollar Man” persona after moving to the WWE. During the height of the WWE’s soap opera-esque writing, Virgil was DiBiase’s money man and enforcer. However, in one of the biggest twists of that era of WWE, Virgil would betray DiBiase at Royal Rumble 1991 and would later beat DiBiase, with the help of Rowdy Roddy Piper, at Wrestlemania VII. Virgil would retire in 2000 but made appearances across various promotions between 2006 and 2019.

Virgil Joins List Of Recent WWE Deaths

However, Virgil is just the latest WWE icon to pass away. In June 2023, The Iron Sheik was announced to have passed away at the age of 81. Sheik was called “a true legend, a force of nature, and an iconic figure who left an incredible mark on the world of professional wrestling.” Born in Iran, The Sheik began his career as an Olympic wrestler and coach, moving to the United States around 1970. He first joined the WWE, then the WWF, in 1978 and even got a shot at the title against Bob Backlund. However, Sheik left the promotion in 1980. After fighting in a number of southern regional promotions, Sheik rejoined the WWF in 1983 and briefly became the WWF champion after forcing a submission from Backlund. However, The Sheik would only reign for 28 days before losing to Hulk Hogan.

Transitioning to tag-team fights later in the decade, Sheik won the first-ever tag-team belt at the inaugural WrestleMania in 1985. However, Sheik would leave the promotion in 1987 after being arrested and breaking kayfabe. The Sheik was arrested for being under the influence of cocaine. However, more pressingly for wrestling fans, he had been arrested alongside his on-screen rival, Hacksaw Jim Duggan. He briefly returned to the WWF in 1988 but left later that same year. Sheik would have one final stint with the WWF in 1991/92.

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Dame Dash’s Roc-A-Fella Shares: Cam’ron & Mase Discuss Their “Hypothetical” Purchase

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

2024 has only just begun, but already the news cycle in the hip-hop world has taken us on a rollercoaster. For the femcees, the drama between Megan Thee Stallion and Nicki Minaj, as well as a slightly less tense feud between Latto and Ice Spice has been at the centre of internet discourse. As for male artists, the Diddy scandal unearthed by Cassie continues to bring forth other damning allegations, meanwhile, Dame Dash is doing everything in his power to hold onto his Roc-A-Fella shares amid a time of financial strife.

Last week it was reported that the music executive would have to sell his stake in the company to pay off an $800K+ debt he owes. Now, sources are saying Cam’ron and Mase might be the new owners of those shares; these rumours were addressed during a new episode of It Is What It Is this week. When the rappers’ co-host, Stat Baby, asked about the validity of the gossip, they couldn’t help but giggle about the situation for some time. “Let’s just say hypothetically, right?” Mase said with a grin while pulling money out of his coat pocket.

Did Cam’ron and Mase Buy Dame Dash’s Shares in Roc-A-Fella?

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In response to their unofficial confirmation, some hip-hop heads think this is the best move possible for Dash. “I mean, Dame ain’t tryna seel it to Jay, so s**t, why not? I say ask for $3M and walk away knowing it’s in good hands. If Cam and Mase acquire it, then it’s win for them both ’cause now Cam with the ROC and Mase get a win ’cause of those jabs Hov took at ’em,” one person wrote under @thehiphopwolf’s post.

Dame Dash is in a tough spot, with upwards of $800K still owed to a film producer who’s actively trying to get his money. Thankfully, Jay-Z and “Biggs” Burke are doing their part to keep his Roc-A-Fella shares in his name, though this rumoured deal has the potential to shake everything up. Read more about that at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

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Dr. Dre Gives Timbaland His Flowers: ‘One Of My Main Inspirations’

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Dr. Dre has gushed over fellow legendary producer Timbaland at a benefit auction and called the hitmaker one of his biggest inspirations.

ScHoolboy Q Jabs Tyler, The Creator & A$AP Rocky Over Failed Collab

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

ScHoolboy Q has claimed Tyler, The Creator is ‘lying’ about their failed ‘Who Dat Boy’ collaboration, calling him and A$AP Rocky ‘idiots.’

Ja Rule Fires Back At 50 Cent Over Jokes About Being Denied Entry Into U.K.

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Ja Rule has responded to 50 Cent trolling him for being denied entry to the United Kingdom. He announced that his Sunrise Tour was in jeopardy due to his criminal past in a statement on social media, earlier this week. His longtime rival 50 Cent quickly began making jokes at his expense.

“Hahahahahaha I did not have nothing to do with this b*tch not getting in. LOL,” 50 wrote in one post. In another, he added: “LMAO. I got juice all over the place sucker!” Rule eventually tagged 50 on Twitter in response: “@50cent N***a you p*ssy shut up…”

Ja Rule Attends BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards

MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 06: Ja Rule attends the 2023 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards at LIV Nightclub at Fontainebleau Miami on September 06, 2023 in Miami Beach, Florida. (Photo by Ivan Apfel/Getty Images)

Ja Rule explained his situation in a lengthy post on Twitter on Tuesday, just days ahead of when the tour was scheduled to begin. “I’m so devastated I can’t believe the UK won’t let me in,” he wrote. “I’ve spent a half million dollars in production of my own money to put this tour together only to be denied entry DAYS before my shows this is not fair to me or my fans these venues are 85% sold and now I can’t come. The UK is one of the few European countries that restricts entry to people with criminal records. In general, you will likely be denied entry if you have been convicted of a crime punishable by 23 months or more under British law or served more than 12 months in prison.” Check out Rule’s response to 50 Cent below.

Ja Rule Responds To 50 Cent

@50cent Nigga you pussy shut up…

— Ja Rule (@jarule) February 28, 2024

As of Wednesday, tickets for the tour are not available. It’s unclear if Rule will find a way to go ahead with the shows. Be on the lookout for further updates on Ja Rule and 50 Cent on HotNewHipHop.

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Angel Reese Teases Decision On Future

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

A cryptic tweet from Angel Reese has led fans to deduce that she is preparing to announce whether she will return to LSU next year or declare for the WNBA. “Should I stay, should I go? I don’t know,” Reese tweeted over a tribute video posted about her upcoming senior day on March 3. The quote stems from the 1998 track “I Don’t Know” from Keb’ Mo’. Reese has one more year of college eligibility and is one of the nation’s top NIL earners.

In ESPN‘s most recent WNBA mock draft, Michael Voepel projected Reese going sixth overall to the Washington Mystics. This was a slight rise from the eighth overall pick Voepel originally had Reese at. However, this was less due to Reese’s play and more because of external factors. Reese, who has been playing well, was always going to rise after Paige Bueckers announced that she would remain at UConn next season.

Angel Reese Joins Elite LSU Club With 2000th Point

Meanwhile, Angel Reese became the sixth LSU WBB player to score 2000 points as she surpassed the mark in a dominant win over Tennessee. Reese joined Joyce Walker, Seimone Augustus, Julie Gross, Cornelia Grayden, and Sylvia Fowles in the exclusive club. Reese began her career at Maryland, where she scored 719 points. However, she is now forever linked with the Tigers. Reese’s mark stands at 2006 after scoring 11 against the Volunteers.

Reese and LSU are second in the SEC. However, that is as close to a regular season title as they will get this season after South Carolina guaranteed themselves that honor with a win over Kentucky. Instead, Reese and company will look to finish out the season against Georgia and Kentucky before turning their attention to the SEC tournament and then, a March Madness tournament they will enter as defending champions. LSU is currently a four-seed in ESPN‘s latest bracketology.

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Kodak Black Delivers Fourth Child, Welcomes Baby With Maranda Johnson

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Although there are plenty of issues arising in Kodak Black’s world on a regular, family remains a consistent force in his day-to-day life. The rapper already has three kids, a baby boy, and two daughters. However, it appears that his family is expanding. His girlfriend, Maranda Johnson, shares on social media that she gave birth to a baby boy on February 27th, 2024. “2/27 a prince was born,” she wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. Later, she revealed that the midwife allowed Kodak Black to deliver the baby himself. “Aww he came home right in time and it’s a boy,” the midwife later tweeted.

Though this is Kodak Black’s fourth child, his baby boy is the second that he shares with his girlfriend Maranda Johnson, whom he previously referred to as his fiance when they announced their pregnancy. The two also share a two-year-old daughter named Queen Yuri. Moreover, the rapper has two kids from previous relationships including his 8-year-old, King Khalid, and his one-year-old named Izzabella. Clearly, Yak’s enjoying his role as a family man and balancing his duties with his responsibilities as an artist.

Kodak Black Released From Jail In Time For Son’s Birth

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It’s great news for Kodak Black, who has been dealing with his own set of hardships in recent weeks. The rapper was recently released from jail after police arrested him on charges of evidence tampering, drug possession, and improper parking. However, the rapper got the drug charges dismissed once he pleaded guilty to a count of parole violation. Needless to say, his release came at an incredible time, allowing the rapper to be present at the time of his son’s birth.

As the news of his arrest emerged, police claimed that he had cocaine on him at the time, though the rapper refuted these claims. “I was on the lean, homie. I was asleep in front of my family house, bro. That’s it. That ain’t illegal,“ he said. “Come on, fam. Hell f*ck no, bruh. Hell nah. And I ain’t finna say I’m against muthaf**kas who do coke. Man, I ain’t on that shit.” We’ll keep you posted on anymore updates surrounding Kodak Black. We extend our congratulations to him and his family.

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King Harris Continues To Beef With Druski After He Called Him A “P***y” In Recent Interview

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

It is hard to take anything too seriously when it comes to Druski and King Harris. Their “beef” has been going on for about a month now. However, it all seems a little too fishy, especially with the comedian’s show, Coulda Been House, just moments away from hitting YouTube. In fact, it premieres tonight on the platform at 9 p.m. ET and it should be a hoot. The premise of the reality parody is that one winner will ink a deal with the “record label” Coulda Been and a grand prize of $50,000. It appears their might be some early drama, maybe as soon as the first episode.

According to MSN, Druski went on The Breakfast Club to talk about the show, as well as his beefs with Birdman and King Harris. The differences between Druski and the latter were based on the fact that he used the “standing on business” phrase as the title for his single. “Standin On Bihness” with the help of DJ Drama, Snoop Dogg, and BNYX, dropped last weekend to promote the comedy series. King Harris did recognize that he was not the lone creator, but he did feel he popularized it.

King Harris Calls Druski A Woman 80 Different Ways

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Things got “heated” when Druski called Harris a “p***y” after he pulled up on the set of Coulda Been House. They essentially had a “stare down” and nothing really ever happened. The comedian quickly changed his tone saying, “I f*** with King Harris, though. He’s cool… We from the same way, n****. I f*** with King.” However, Harris is still going after Druski in the Instagram clip above. Any possible way of calling a man a woman, King pulled out all of the comparisons and then some. Again, this is all hard to believe, but we will see how it unfolds.

What are your thoughts on King Harris continuing his alleged beef with Druski? Do you think this is all promotion for the comedian’s show Coulda Been House? Whose side are you are on in this beef and why? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Druski and King Harris. Finally, stay with us everything else going on around the world of pop culture.

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Charles Barkley Said He’d Vote For Stephen A. Smith For President

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Less than a week after endorsing Nikki Haley for President, Charles Barkley has now endorsed Stephen A. Smith. “Let me tell you why [I’d vote for you]. Because I know you don’t have an evil bone in your body and I don’t think you have an agenda. That’s all I want. Even if you vote for somebody, you’re not gonna agree on every subject,” Barkley told Smith during an appearance on The Stephen A. Smith Show. Furthermore, Barkley also said he’d prefer to see the Democrats nominate California Governor Gavin Newsom instead of President Biden.

As mentioned, the moment comes after Barkley openly endorsed GOP long-shot Nikki Haley on his show with Gayle King last week. Barkley said he was putting his “whole heart” behind Haley before giving her an open platform to address her previous comments in which she stated that America was “never a racist country.” The latter decision led to a lot of backlash against both Barkley and Haley.

New Orleans Pelicans Shade Stephen A. Smith After Latest Zion Williamson Comments

Barkley said he would vote for Smith as long as the ESPN personality didn’t have a “hidden agenda”. However, Smith has been getting a lot of hate for his anti-Zion Williamson agenda. The New Orleans Pelicans took shots at Stephen A. Smith after the ESPN personality went on yet another rant about team star Zion Williamson. The team’s official X account posted a graphic showing Smith’s dismal college stats of 1.5 points and 1 assist a game.

Appearing on Get Up! last week, Smith had once again gone after Williamson’s weight. “Zion Williamson, it’s not about his game. It’s about how many burgers he’s eating. Whether or not he is going to be in shape or keep eating McDonald’s and have chefs clamoring for him to come to their restaurants. That’s what he has to prove, that the chefs don’t love him any longer. That he’s committed to playing basketball and being in shape,” Smith said as the Pelicans prepared to face the Heat. Williamson, who was listed as a game-time decision due to a foot injury but did play. Before the game, he was averaging 22.5/5.4/4.9 this season. He is shooting a league 12th-best 58.5% from the field.

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Nike Zoom Vomero 5 “Black/Blue Gaze” Dropping In March

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

The Nike Zoom Vomero 5 is set to make a bold statement with its upcoming “Black/Blue Gaze” colorway, slated for release this March. This highly anticipated iteration combines sleek design with vibrant colors to offer a striking look. The sneakers feature a black base with accents of blue gaze, creating a dynamic contrast that catches the eye. With its premium construction and attention to detail, the Nike Zoom Vomero 5 promises both style and performance.

Designed to provide exceptional comfort and support, these sneakers boast Nike’s signature Zoom Air technology in the midsole, ensuring a responsive and cushioned feel with every step. The “Black/Blue Gaze” colorway adds a touch of personality to the classic silhouette, making it a versatile option for both athletic activities and casual wear. Whether hitting the gym or hitting the streets, these sneakers are sure to turn heads and elevate any outfit. Stay tuned for their release this March and be ready to step out in style with the Nike Zoom Vomero 5 in the captivating “Black/Blue Gaze” colorway.

“Blue Gaze/Total Orange” Nike Zoom Vomero 5

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Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Nike Zoom Vomero 5 “Blue Gaze/Total Orange” is releasing on March 8th. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $180 when they drop. Further, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.

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