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DDG Has The Internet Rolling Their Eyes After Buying His Son A Ferrari For His 1st Birthday

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Yesterday, DDG and Halle Bailey’s bundle of joy, Halo, turned one. Time really does fly, and the boy’s proud mama recognized that in her adorable and celebratory post. “365 days ago my baby came🥺💕 can’t believe he’s 1!!” His rapper father also took time to brag to everyone, writing, “THE BEST BABY IN THE WORLD JUST TURNED 1!🥹❤❤” That same amount of love has seemed to have mostly been translated between the parents, as DDG and Halle continue to co-parent. There have been some slip-ups and misunderstandings, but that’s pretty normal, especially given how fresh it all still is.

However, the internet and presumed Halle supporters still cannot come around to the YouTube star. In their eyes, he’s done some pretty controversial things to damage the relationship. For example, DDG recently had gossip outlets clipping him out of context saying another ex was actually his favorite instead of The Little Mermaid lead. Prior to answering the question, he did say he was leaving family out of the equation, which for him includes Halle. It’s clear he still holds her to a special standard, but you know how rabid fans can be.

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The Internet Is Fed Up With DDG

 
 
 
 
 
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But if he does want to win over those staunch critics, he’s going to have to do better. After Halo turned one, DDG went out and decided to cop a Ferrari LaFerrari for “him.” According to the man explaining certain button functions to Halo, this particular example cost $500,000. Of course, the whip is actually for DDG, and folks find this to be quite ignorant, to say the least.

“Dumbest s*** ever! Nexxxttt,” one IG user writes. “Poor Chloe gotta just grin & bear it all #crazywork 😂😂😂,” another adds. Others genuinely feel bad for Halo, with one person penning, “-le sigh- happy bday Halo, we know you just wanted Bluey.” “Halo just want Bluey toys. Not no dam car!” another seconds. The little guy seemed to enjoy it in the moment, but not many are cheering for DDG’s parenting.

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Kim Kardashian Creeps Fans Out With “Santa Baby” Video Where She Crawls To Macaulay Culkin

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For those of you out there looking for a less traditional Christmas celebration this year, Kim Kardashian just gave you a pretty striking conversation topic. Moreover, she released a music video for her new version of the track “Santa Baby,” a song that her sister Kourtney’s boo Travis Barker produced whose video stars Macaulay Culkin as Santa Claus. It’s a very weird video, to say the least. The often provocative socialite crawls all over the floor amid striking home-video visual imagery, such as dollar bills on the floor, people fighting, Christmas carolers, and someone stuck in the snow. It’s all… so much more bizarre than we would’ve expected when hearing about this on paper.

In fact, you can barely even hear Kim Kardashian’s version of “Santa Baby” in the music video, as it mostly just comes off as ambient noise. The track itself is nothing to write home about, as it’s really the visuals that have confused but also enticed a lot of fans out there. The SKIMS mogul is at least doing something pretty creative here, even if the results aren’t exactly the most clear or well-organized creative choices.

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Kim Kardashian’s “Santa Baby” Music Video

Furthermore, these strange shots and set pieces have fans wondering what Kim Kardashian wanted to “say” with “Santa Baby.” Do the dollar bills on the floor hint at this being some sort of capitalist critique or is this all one long and cheekily satirical thirst trap? For either interpretation, and any other, there are a lot of other visual elements that clash with them, so we doubt there’s any one overarching theme. Put your tinfoil hats on and guess away, though! Beef-pilled conspiracy theorists are probably looking for some Bianca Censori shade in there somewhere…

Jokes aside, we can’t deny that this is a pretty interesting and conversation-sparking track and music video from Kim Kardashian, even if we have no idea how deeply we’re supposed to take it. Elsewhere, she continues her law school journey despite some celebrities’ clowning and will probably have some more bizarre offerings for 2025. We doubt they will be as unsettling as this music video, though….

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Rihanna Hips The Soccer Moms To Chicken Nuggets & Caviar

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Known for music and fashion trends, Rihanna went viral over the weekend with the exposure of mixing chicken nuggets with caviar. The icon joins a new trend in the lavish appetizer where the world’s wealthiest and most famous indulge in unconventional pairings of luxurious delicacies with everyday snacks. Riri, one of the biggest stars in pop culture, may have just made the trend viral with her latest pairing. The icon shared the clip with her 15 million followers on TikTok. The clip has already accumulated over 6.5 million views as of Sunday evening.

In another amusing turn, a young soccer fan hilariously overlooked Rihanna, asking her to snap a photo of him with Christian Pulisic instead of posing with her. Soccer, it seems, is a recurring theme in her latest adventures. In a playful video, the global icon paired caviar with chicken nuggets, sharing the moment with a friend as they laughed and urged “soccer moms” everywhere to give it a try. The new post follows Rihanna going viral with Mariah Carey. Carey signed Rihanna’s chest at the icon’s Christmas concert in Brooklyn. Nick Cannon, Mariah’s ex-husband, would comment on the incident, promoting other celebrities to sign chests as a new trend.

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Rihanna Introduces Soccer Moms To Chicken Nuggets & Caviar

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In the spirit of Christmas, this one is for all the “snoccer moms”

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A mother of two, RiRi appears to enjoy the soccer mom lifestyle. The icon has spoken frequently about the enjoyment of raising her children with boyfriend A$AP Rocky. Rihanna’s loyal followers—and a few famous ones, like Billie Eilish and GloRilla—are clamoring for updates on her long-anticipated next album.

Fans have been patiently awaiting Rihanna’s return to music. The next album is titled R9. The icon has shared updates but no release date. It was revealed that she is collaborating with boyfriend A$AP Rocky on his delayed album, Don’t Be Dumb. Originally set for release last month, Rocky delayed the album to 2025. Rocky recently shared that the best collaborations he and Rihanna ever did were with their children.

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Yung Miami Recognizes Her Consistency In New Gym Progression Footage

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Yung Miami appears to be in the middle of a body transformation as she shares her gym regimen in new social media posts. Wearing a hot pink workout set, the rap star shares her stunning body with the word “consistency” as she shows several exercises. Miami is among the most desirable women in today’s hip-hop and the latest female rap stars to show off their workout routine, including Ice Spice and Latto.

The recent clips show the rap star returning to the gym once again after sharing a grueling routine in 2023. “I won today at the gym,” she said at the time. “I defeated the gym. Like, I won but today was so fucking hard. Like, I’m drenched. I thought that I was gonna faint, pass out because the pain. My legs was so weak and shaking.” She continued: “When I say I’m sweating! Like, today I put my mind to it and I won.”

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Yung Miami Shows Off Gym Body With “Consistency” Affirmation

While most admired Yung Miami’s workout routine, the footage received mixed reviews. A user commented on Instagram, “Celebrities do videos like this for two weeks and then go to the plastic surgeon and never do another gym video again.” Another added: “Don’t matter how much she tries, she won’t look better than JT.” The backlash continued on as the views accumulated. Annoyed by women failing their image, an Instagram user comments, “Smh. Sick of these women selling false dreams to other women like they really putting in work. Knowing they have a bought body. Smh. Shit is sickening man.”

Yung Miami’s latest news follows the suspension of the rap star dating NFL star Stefon Diggs. Miami addressed the rumor earlier this month. She clarified: “Can’t fall in love with no hoe!!! Young, rich, outside, & single!!!.” Miami was tied to an on-and-off again relationship with Diddy before the mogul’s legal drama began. She was mentioned in a producer’s lawsuit against the mogul, claiming Miami helped him recruit women.

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Jaleel White Explains His Controversial Comments About “Family Matters” And “Hood” Shows

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You probably know Jaleel White best as the actor for Steve Urkel in the classic television show Family Matters, but he believes there’s a certain dynamic to that appraisal that doesn’t get talked about enough. Moreover, while promoting his memoir Growing Up Urkel at the Wilmington Public Library in Delaware, he spoke on how he feels that the Black community undervalues the show because it wasn’t “hood” like Martin, Living Single, and other examples. This prompted a lot of controversy and backlash, as debates ensued over this overly dismissive notion. The actor recently clarified his comments on the Higher Learning podcast, explaining where he thinks he went wrong and what he would’ve done differently.

“I want to say, I misspoke, but I could’ve worded things better if I had known I was speaking on a world stage and not just a small room in Delaware,” Jaleel White remarked about his Family Matters take. “I shouldn’t have invoked the word ‘hood.’ When you say the word ‘hood,’ it makes certain people feel like you’re demeaning them. And that’s not what I meant at all. I conflated a couple of ideas. There’s a lot of good in the hood, and I shouldn’t have generalized. Those are the two mistakes I made in that.”

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Jaleel White Clears Up His Family Matters Comments

However, this wasn’t the only hot topic that Jaleel White engaged with in 2024. The 48-year-old claimed in his memoir that Bianca Lawson clout-chased him when they went on a couple of dates back in the days of his prime TV stardom. Clearly, he has a lot of reflections and realizations when it comes to his time in the spotlight. Despite backlash and criticism for comments like these, the years since these events have made them clearer for White, even if it’s an imperfect perspective in many’s eyes.

Furthermore, this recent controversy adds to some other alleged rifts in the Family Matters cast, such as Jo Marie Payton claiming that Jaleel White wanted to fight her. Nevertheless, folks all over continue to hold the show in high regard and with rose-tinted glasses. It’s a classic, and nothing can take that status away.

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Amanda Seales Blasts Comparisons To “Idiot” Candace Owens

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Amanda Seales is someone who never hesitates to speak her mind, and according to her, that might be all she has in common with Candace Owens. During a recent chat with her followers on Instagram Live, Seales shut down those comparing her to the conservative commentator. She made it clear that she took offense to the comparisons, slamming Owens in the process.

“The obsession with you all mentioning this idiot’s name with mine, not Roland Martin, this woman that you all keep mentioning with mine,” she began. “Let’s get something very clear today, there are zero things in common with me and Candace Owens. Literally nothing. And when you suggest that there is any reason why we should share space, what you’re doing is wildly disrespecting my education, my authenticity, and my value system. You are also giving her merit that she does not deserve and that is completely unearned. So please, stop juxtaposing her and I in any shared space other than those that exist right now at the behest of gravity and a necessity to breathe air.

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Amanda Seales Says She Has Nothing In Common With Candace Owens

“Like we have to get more nuanced than just because two people are Black, and they’re women, and they have mentioned politics, that they should share space,” she continued. “No, they don’t need to share space.” This is far from the first time Seales checked social media users, however. Earlier this month, she hopped online to call out those questioning the negative experience she had on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast.

She recalled Sharpe questioning her autism diagnosis and expressed outrage that people tried to deny her experience. “You didn’t see the whole interview,” she explained “They cut out portions of the interview. Don’t tell me what I experienced. How are you gonna tell somebody ‘you weren’t attacked’? Yes I was. That man sat up there and literally said to me ‘What you’re saying isn’t right.’”

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Amber Rose Pops Out With Her “BFF” Ray J For A Play Date With Their Kids

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Amber Rose and Ray J have undergone their fair share of controversies in 2024, so to see them pop out for something more fun, wholesome, and friendly is a welcome change of pace. Moreover, they both recently took to Instagram to share footage from their ball pit visit with their respective children, with Rose even calling Ray her “BFF.” The two have a long-standing and well-documented friendship that allegedly almost turned romantic at one point. Actually, that rumor stems from their bond on the reality television program College Hill, and not from any actual relationship entanglement of some sort.

Considering how much backlash both of them received this year for different reasons, Amber Rose and Ray J likely enjoy any chance they get to let that all go to the fullest. But there is one common debate that they both face scrutiny for these days, and that’s their controversial support of United States President-elect Donald Trump. While Rose received the brunt of this ire due to her constant social media posts about it – and a Republican National Convention appearance – Ray is not exempt from this frustration.

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Amber Rose & Ray J Out At A Ball Pit

Beyond Amber Rose joining him in MAGA grifting, though, Ray J also caught a lot of flack this year for his often wild comments about the Diddy situation. Most recently, the singer called the Sean Combs scandal a “conspiracy,” which contradicts some of his previous statements on the matter. “Listen, I’ve been to a lot of Diddy parties, and ain’t none of them had no dirty s**t happening at them,” he claimed during an appearance on Lah Mike’s YouTube series, 20 Versus. “All this happening with Diddy is a conspiracy, y’all.”

Meanwhile, other notable remarks from Amber Rose and Ray J these days are more about their staunch takes on other hot topics, such as the former’s assessment of the wave of Drake hate in 2024. If any take they give is a controversial one that they don’t want to assume accountability for, then we can’t blame them for relaxing at a ball pit. They’ve got each other through it all, and we’ll see what they face in 2025.

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Christian Combs Shows Love To His Twin Sisters On Their 18th Birthday

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Christian Combs showed love to his twin sisters, Jessie and D’Lila, on social media, this weekend, in honor of their 18th birthday. In one video on his Instagram page, he went around the house personally wishing both of them a happy birthday. In another post, he shared a picture with them in front of pink balloons. “HAPPY BDAY TO MY QUEENS @the_combs_twins!!” Christian wrote. “I can’t believe yall already 18! I remember the day you were born like it was yesterday!! I’m proud of you & LOVE YOU SOO MUCH!!”

Users in the comments section loved to see Christian playing the supportive brother. “You’re the man now champ. You got this,” one user wrote. Another added: “HBD lil queens make sure you keep showing up for them young king don’t let them down you all they have til ya dad come home free puff bad boys for life.”

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Christian Combs Attends The Super Bowl With Diddy

Feb 4, 2018; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Recording artists Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs with his son Christian Combs prior to the Super Bowl Lii with the New England Patriots playing against the Philadelphia Eagles at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

Christian and the twins’ father, Diddy, was unable to join in the celebrations, as he still remains behind bars in Brooklyn on charges of alleged sex trafficking and racketeering. His trial is set to kick off in May of next year. He’s already pleaded not guilty and denied all of the allegations he’s faced.

Christian Combs Shows Love For His Sisters

Back in November, all of Diddy’s kids shared a video on social media calling up their father and wishing him a happy birthday. Justin, Quincy Brown, Love, Jessie, D’Lila, and Christian were all seen in the clip. “I love y’all, I love y’all so much,” Diddy could be heard telling his family in the video. “…I can’t wait to see y’all… and I just want to say I’m proud of y’all — especially the girls, I mean all of y’all. Just for being strong. Thank y’all for being strong, and thank y’all for being by my side and supporting me. I love y’all. I got the best family in the world!” Check out Christian Combs’ full post for his sisters’ birthday below.

 
 
 
 
 
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Bow Wow Sends Travis Hunter Relationship Advice After Seeing A Fake Leanna Lenee Comment Under NBA Star Anthony Edwards IG Post

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Bow Wow joins other celebrities chiming in on Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter and his relationship with long-time girlfriend Leanna Lenee. Walking around his home, Bow advised Hunter not to marry Lenee following a post by NBA Central, a parody social media account, claiming that Lenee commented on the post of NBA star Anthony Edwards. Sharing unsolicited advice to Hunter, Bow Wow said, “I’ve been young, on the brink of making a lot of money, and I know how this goes,” he said. Bow Wow warned Hunter to be cautious, suggesting his engagement might not be built on mutual devotion. “There’s no reason for your fiancée to be commenting on another man’s page with heart eyes and money emojis,” he continued. “That’s not how fiancées behave. Wake up, young brother.”

The rapper didn’t mince words, questioning Lenee’s intentions and urging Hunter to reassess the relationship. “You’re so caught up in being in love with her, but I don’t think she loves you the same way. You’ve got to pay attention to the signs,” he said. However, Bow Wow’s concerns were rooted in misinformation. The Instagram comment that triggered the uproar turned out to be a fabrication, shared by the parody account @TheNBACentel, known for trolling athletes. After Bow Wow’s video gained traction, the account humorously responded, “BOW WOW GOT CENTEL’D.”

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Bow Wow Offers Travis Hunter Advice About The Football Star’s Girlfriend After Fake Comment Goes Viral

Despite being duped by the prank, Bow Wow doubled down, advising Hunter to reconsider the engagement. “Take that ring back, bro,” he said. “You’re in the spotlight more for her drama than for winning the Heisman. Wake up.” While the fiasco may have started as a joke, it sparked a broader conversation about Hunter’s personal life, overshadowing his athletic achievements. For now, the young star remains silent on the matter, focused on his historic win and the road ahead.

Hunter has addressed celebrity’s comments about his relationship on multiple occasions since he was awarded the Heisman Trophy in New York earlier this month. Lenee would also address allegations in several clips. The two have expressed their unwavering love for each other on social media.

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Spider-Man Actress Laura Harrier Calls Out Spiderverse’s Actor Shameik Moore Over “Weirdo” Post, Moore Apologizes

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Shameik Moore, the voice of Miles Morales in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, has sparked controversy after posting a video featuring actress Laura Harrier. The clip, shared on social media, prompted Harrier to respond publicly, calling out Moore’s actions and questioning his intentions. Harrier, known for her role as Liz Allan in Spider-Man: Homecoming, responded via TikTok, revealing her frustration and clarifying her relationship status. “I keep seeing these videos,” said Harrier. “It’s really annoying because I’m literally engaged.” She added, “I get it—Hollywood loves PR stunts, people love attention—but this is crossing a line.”

A year-old video clip shows Moore and Harrier posing together. Shameik captioned the post with “coming soon.” The timing of the posts, combined with the suggestive caption, fueled speculation and backlash on social media. Harrier elaborated on her discomfort, stating she reached out to Moore directly. “We’re not close. I texted him, ‘Hey, can you take this down? I’m getting married, and I don’t appreciate the insinuation that there’s something going on.’ You’re a fking weirdo,” she vented.

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Laura Harrier Calls Shameik Moore A “Weirdo” Over Social Media Post, Moore Apologizes In Response

Harrier’s response reached Shameik immediately. He addressed the controversy, calling it a “misunderstanding.” He responded: “This is about art for me. I apologize for the misunderstanding, truly.” The latest incident adds to previous controversial situations involving the actor. Fans have expressed worry about the actor’s future with the Marvel franchise.

Marvel and Disney have not commented on Harrier and Moore’s exchange yet. New animated and live-action Spiderman films starring Tom Holland and Shameik Moore are in the works and scheduled for 2025/2026 releases. Moore has expressed interest of playing Miles Morales in a live-action depiction of the superhero. Laura Harrier will star in the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic.

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