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Seattle Seahawks & DK Metcalf Spark Twitter Frenzy Over Shirtless Warm-Ups

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These days, NFL players compete in arctic conditions during the holiday season. However, DK Metcalf and the Seattle Seahawks walked onto the 10-degree weather unfazed. They faced off against the Kansas City Chiefs with a breeze that felt below zero. Moreover, they walked onto the field shirtless for warm-up practices, as a way to send a message to their home-court opponents. With so many tough and buff players on the field, and it being so cold outside, Twitter was having a field day.

Meanwhile, their confidence and attitude reflected an important mentality and focus they need to tap into. They are right on the cusp of a playoff position at 7-7, but cannot afford to lose. The New York Giants, Washington Commandeers, and Detroit Lions are also hungry for an extra playoff spot, and there’s just a couple left.

Furthermore, these weathered conditions greatly impact the remaining Week 16 games. Moreover, the U.S. is undergoing an arctic blast, and below-freezing temperatures and brutal winds practically canceled certain games. The Tennessee Titans and Houston Texans delayed their game for an hour due to power outages in Nashville. Meanwhile, the New Orleans Saints will have to drive up to Cleveland to face the Browns in temperatures below zero.

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – DECEMBER 24: Dareke Young #83 of the Seattle Seahawks warms up before the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on December 24, 2022 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)

Just to illustrate the cold these players deal with in addition to football, the Buffalo Bills will play the Chicago Bears with a -28.5 degree wind chill. The aforementioned Saints and Browns game forecasted at -15, and the Seahawks bared their chests in eight-degree weather or less.

Unfortunately, as soon as people were hyping the Seahawks up, Twitter was full of memes of their fumbles during the game as well. However, some were genuinely in jest, but the spectrum between butt-hurt fans and haters was narrow. “Never been more obvious the NFL does not want the Seahawks to succeed,” one user wrote.

“This drive is DK’s fault,” another stated. “Dumb hold on an 18 yard run. Don’t know what is wrong with him, all he does is make dumb mistakes.”

What do you think of the Seahawks’ powerful statement against the Chiefs? Let us know in the comments and check out some more reactions to their shirtless warm-up down below. Also, as always, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest in NFL news, viral moments, and cold, cold games.

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Mariah The Scientist Calls Out The Neighborhood Talk For Posting Bad Videos Of Her

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Mariah the Scientist has had a busy year in 2022. Following the release of a short EP in March, she has since dropped two successful singles and gone on tour with Rod Wave.

A recent Instagram post from The Neighborhood Talk shares a video of her singing. The page is using the clip to comment on the quality (or lack thereof) within her performance.

Singer Mariah the Scientist performs on the Outdoor Stage during Weekend 2, Day 3 of the 2022 Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images for Coachella)

In the screen-recorded TikTok, a fan is filming from the crowd and shows the 25-year-old singing one of her most recent hits, “Spread Thin.”

“Chile… this [is] how I sound singing this in the shower,” reads the caption.

Obviously, the “Always n Forever” singer took exception to the post. She subsequently called out the page for their comments. “Y’all never post any videos of me sounding good, y’all pick the 3 worst videos from an entire tour and post those hoping that I will be ridiculed for it,” she clapped back in the comments.

The rest of the comments are seemingly split between some agreeing with the poor quality of her vocals, while some fans evidently have her back. “Na she sung this live before and sounded really good,” says one user. “She can’t sing at all and always sounds [like] a mess,” says another.

“This blog is very biased, they want [to] post all the bad videos of Mariah but when Nicki no performing a** get on stage they only post her good clips,” another user chimed in.

In other news surrounding the Atlanta native, there have been dating rumors surrounding her and Young Thug for quite some time now. Earlier this year, the So Much Fun rapper surprised her with a romantic set-up for selling out all of her tour dates.

He has also been gushing over his alleged boo over social media from behind bars. As the 31-year-old remains in jail, the “Always n Forever” singer continues to advocate for her man’s release. In May, she wore a “Free Thugger” shirt while performing at one of her shows.

Furthermore, the 25-year-old recently wrapped up the aformentioned Beautiful Mind tour with Rod Wave and Toosii. The last performance was in Seattle, Washington on Wednesday (December 21).

What do you think of the performance video? Should The Neighborhood Talk have used their platform to put her down like this? Sound off in the comments and make sure to stay tuned to HNHH for the latest updates.

Orlando Brown Arrest: Actor Loses Movie Role In Wake Of DV Incident

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What appears to have been a brief return to the entertainment industry for Orlando Brown has quickly crumbled before him. According to a new report from TMZ, the That’s So Raven alum has been fired from an upcoming film after being arrested for domestic violence earlier this week.

The incident took place on Thursday (December 22). At the time, Ohio police came to help resolve a fight between two men. Since the actor’s arrest, his victim, Matthew Sanders, has spoken out about the situation.

Brown was due to star in a film called Up The Score, which Sanders is directing and producing. He tells the outlet that he wanted the former Disney star to be a part of the project not only due to their friendship but also because the latter believes the former to be “extremely talented.”

The 35-year-old entertainer moved to his director’s home in Lima in November. The film project is currently in preproduction, and won’t begin shooting until the new year. Before this week’s fight, there were apparently no major issues between the two.

Sanders recounting states that Brown “came at him with a broken-off knife blade and a hammer.” Additionally, he notes that he believes his friend is struggling with mental illness. At times, he thinks the California native comes off as “out of touch with reality.” Ultimately, he’s most upset by not helping the child star with his comeback.

Actor Orlando Brown attends the 1st annual Cynthia Stafford’s “Gifted Day at the Geffen” held at the Geffen Playhouse on June 15, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/WireImage)

In Up The Score, he was due to appear in a secondary role. The film is a dramedy about a military man who, after meeting someone on social media, leaves his family only to fall victim to some serious catfishing.

Presently, Sanders has decided that Brown is no longer allowed to live with him. If he seeks mental health help, a decision to recast him in the movie might be made. However, seeing as filming begins in the near future, it’s highly unlikely we’ll see him appear.

Read our initial report on Orlando Brown’s Ohio arrest here. Additionally, check back in later for more pop culture updates on all your favourite celebrities.

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Lupe Fiasco Says “F**k Kid Cudi For Life”

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Even with the holiday season underway, some rap beef stayed raw this week. Lupe Fiasco answered a couple of questions on Twitter today, one of which related to his beef with Kid Cudi. In unfiltered fashion, Lupe Fiasco indicated that his beef with Kid Cudi is still as strong as ever. Cudder has yet to respond, although he had posted a prophetically anti-bad vibes message to social media just hours prior.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – DECEMBER 24: Lupe Fiasco performs at halftime in the game between the Buffalo Bills and the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on December 24, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

“We see some of the young guys saying “stop the violence” and squashing beef that had bloodshed,” a user asked Lupe. “You & Cudi possibly somewhere down the line next?” The Chicago rapper responded, “Never. F**k him 4 life.”

However, he didn’t stop there. When another fan pointed out that it seems many people don’t like the Cleveland native, Lupe elaborated. “Outside of his musical genius, fame and success. Cudi is a really sneaky punk b***h a** b***h…it’s not even that controversial or spicy of a take. His personal resume outside the spotlight is trash.”

Furthermore, the DRILL MUSIC IN ZION MC agreed with some comments doubting Cudi’s vibe. “I swear I’ve had this feeling about Cudi these last few years,” another tweeter wrote. “Outside of the music bruh gives off a weird ass vibe.”

“You can gone confirm that…on me,” Lupe said. “But if you rock with his music etc that’s cool…just know that Al Pacino ain’t really Scarface and your parents are Santa Claus.”

Finally, Lupe seemed to respond to people either disappointed with his words or defending Cudi. After all, he has a legion of fans and built up an incredible and influential career in the 2000s and 2010s. However, in Lupe’s eyes, it’s just the way he sees things.

“Dear Kids,” he wrote just an hour after his last Cudi tweet, “always call it like you see it. Respectfully, Lupe #AddValue.”

Still, for what it’s worth, the beef has been pretty one-sided. Cudi’s yet to respond, but his most recent social media post indicates that he likely won’t. Otherwise, it would mean Lupe brought him out of his peaceful mindset, which he elaborated in Instagram and Twitter posts.

What do you think of Lupe’s comments towards Cudi? Moreover, do you think this beef will ever be squashed? Let us know in the comments down below. As always, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest in rap beef, reconciliations, and everything in between.

Meek Mill Reacts To Judge Who Sentenced Him Getting In Trouble For Misconduct

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Whether it’s immediately or years after the fact, you can always depend on karma coming to bite you in some way. Meek Mill’s former judge learned that this week, as authorities stripped her of over 50 cases she was presiding over. Mill excitedly shared the news via Instagram and wrote a pretty emblematic caption.

PHILADELPHIA, PA – NOVEMBER 03: Meek Mill pumps up the crowd prior to Game 5 of the 2022 World Series between the Houston Astros and the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday, November 3, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mary DeCicco/MLB Photos via Getty Images)

“The judge who sentenced Meek Mill to 4 years for doing a wheelie on a dirt bike had her criminal cases stripped,” the post read. “+50 of her cases were terminated by another judge over 2 days.” For those unfamiliar, stripping a case usually refers to a judge’s inadequate job of properly attending the case. While this suggested many different things, Meek clearly interpreted it as payback for the way she handled his case.

“For motivation use only -standing at the scratch line,” he wrote as a caption to the post. In addition to that caption, he also shared various pictures of himself during his legal processes. Although it’s Meek’s post, he decided to let “GRATEFUL” by DJ Khaled and Vory in the background.

Meanwhile, the Philly rapper has a lot to be grateful for, and acted to give that gratitude back. As cofounder of REFORM Alliance, he paid bail for twenty incarcerated women to be with their families for the holidays. Also, this comes after the organization’s Season of Giving events in New York City, Brooklyn, and Philadelphia. Alongside partnerships with Nike, sports teams, and many others, they supported and championed children negatively affected by the justice system.

“It was devastating for me to be away from my son during the holidays when I was incarcerated, “ Meek said in a statement. “So I understand what these women and their families are going through. No one should have to spend the holidays in jail simply because they can’t afford bail. I’m grateful for the opportunity to help these women be with their families and loved ones during this special time of year.”

What do you think of Meek Mill’s judge clap-back and community efforts? Let us know in the comments down below and stay tuned to HNHH for the latest in rap activism.

Billie Eilish’s 21st Birthday Party Saw Her Hosting In A Sultry Santa Claus Suit

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Unfortunately for those who celebrate a birthday around the holidays, their greetings are often lost in the mix of Christmas and other ongoing festivities. While some complain about the downfalls of this, others, like Billie Eilish use it to their advantage.

Earlier this week, the “Bad Guy” singer celebrated her 21st birthday in a Santa Claus-inspired outfit, surrounded by her closest friends and family members. As Page Six notes, she hosted an event in West Hollywood, wearing a dark red velvet corset and black belt complete with white fur trim.

Eilish’s shiny black hair was styled in pin-up curls, and her bright blue eyes stood out amid her smokey makeup. Of course, her boyfriend Jesse Rutherford gallantly posed alongside her. For his part, The Neighbourhood singer chiefly matched her festive energy in green slacks and a red cardigan.

In photos that have been making rounds from the event, friends like Nas-X” class=”text-word” target=”_blank” >Lil Nas X, Hailey and Justin Bieber, and Dove Cameron are seen posing together. Canadian rockstar Avril Lavigne and comedian Eric Andre also made appearances to celebrate the singer.

Additionally, Kendall Jenner, Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, Conan Gray, Doja Cat, Petra Collins, and Noah Cyrus were there as well. Obviously, there was no shortage of star power and vocal talent in the room that night.

Billie Eilish arrives at the 11th Annual LACMA Art + Film Gala at Los Angeles County Museum of Art on November 05, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Steve Granitz/FilmMagic)

Though she held her party recently, Eilish’s birthday is actually on December 18th. At the time, she wore a custom shirt reading “Been a good girl for 21 years” to commemorate the occasion.

Following that, the California native took to the stage on Friday (December 23) to close out her “Hometown Encore” shows. Her boyfriend, parents, and older brother joined her, at which time Billie joked about being able to legally take shots.

Check out more footage from the pop star’s 21st birthday party below. Additionally, check back later for more pop culture news updates.

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Ty Dolla $ign Shares Scary Video Of Skateboarding Accident That Hospitalized Him

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When it comes to new music, Ty Dolla $ign has had a relatively quiet year.

However, at this point in his career, the L.A. native doesn’t need to drop music at an alarming rate to stay relevant. He’s already solidified himself as a mainstay in the pop/R&B landscape and is at his best when collaborating with various other artists.

Ty Dolla $ign attends the 2022 Billboard Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images for MRC)

Late last month, the “Or Nah” singer shared a shocking photo of himself in a hospital bed while providing no context to his injuries. Of course, fans and fellow artists were alarmed by the cryptic post.

The following day, however, he explained the situation through an Instagram Story. “They just let me out. Had a skating accident and was knocked out for a few but I’m back praise God[.] Thanks to everyone that prayed for me and showed love. I love you more,” he wrote.

“Thanks @dashawnjordan, @bolajibam for holding it down and getting me to the ER and my princess @jailynncrystal for being there with me the whole time[.] I love you so much,” the 40-year-old continued in his message.

Just yesterday, the “Or Nah” singer took to his Instagram account to this time, share footage of the scary incident that left him hospitalized. The video shows a horrific scene in which Dolla $ign hits his head off the pavement without wearing a helmet.

“Just watching this sh*t gave me a headache again[.] Happy holidays everyone and keep pushing your friends to the next level. Never give up. I’ll be back at the park once the doctor says I’m good and I’ll [wear] a helmet next time I promise. know I know even Tony [Hawk wears] a helmet,” the caption reads.

Later in the clip, it shows him performing on stage allegedly five hours after he was in the hospital.

It’s certainly good news that the 40-year-old has recovered and provided us with the update.

One of the most note-worthy of only a few releases that Dolla $ign was part of this year was his collab track with Kid Cudi, “Willing To Trust.” The song serves as a single to Cudi’s Entergalactic album and accompanies the “Mr. Rager” artist’s animated Netflix series of the same name.

As always, make sure to stay tuned to HNHH for the latest updates. Additionally, make sure to check out our newest annual Christmas playlist here.

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Chrisean Rock & Blueface Fight About Their Relationship Status On “Crazy In Love”

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The third episode of Zeus’ Crazy In Love is quickly approaching. Those who have tuned into the show so far are curious as to what will happen next. In the premiere, Blueface was hit by his girlfriend, Chrisean Rock’s father. By next Sunday, though, he got his lick back – but not before he was additionally confronted by his partner’s older brother.

Aside from the physical fighting, we’ve also seen the usual bickering between the famous couple. Even before they were given a reality TV show, their fights were (and still are) frequently broadcast on Instagram Live. In this week’s edition of the series, it looks as though there’s only more squabbling to come.

According to a preview uploaded to @theneighborhoodtalk, Rock and the “Thotiana” rapper are having issues agreeing upon the status of their relationship.

As they sit in the nail salon, Blueface asks her, “What is the status of our relationship right now?” The entertainer quickly claps back, “Why are you asking me?” He responds, “Last time I checked, you was single.” The aggravated look left on her face after speaks volumes.

The camera then cuts to a glam session where Rock vents about her feelings. “I love him and I want to be together, but he got to figure out his life. I got n*ggas right now wanting to be my n*gga.”

As the scene shifts again, we see the Crazy In Love couple sharing a moment of affection in the house. The “Thotiana” rapper adjusts Chrisean’s hair while gazing at her lovingly. Immediately after we see her speaking with another man, saying, “I don’t know why he expects me to stay here,” seemingly speaking on the trajectory of her career.

Of course, the drama only gets more intense as Rock discovers that Blueface took a trip to Las Vegas without her. Immediately she expresses that he’s not there to gamble, but rather, to sleep with other women. This sparks a major rift between the two, with the “Rainy Days” artist sobbing in bed as she cusses her man out.

As if that weren’t already enough, the same episode will also see Rock deal with a stressful court case. In the new trailer, it sounds like she could face some serious legal trouble if things don’t go her way.

Check out Zeus‘ official trailer for Crazy In Love below, and check back later for more pop culture news updates.

Jake Paul Joins NFL’s Cleveland Browns In An Unexpected Way

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At this point, it’s impossible to avoid Jake Paul‘s name on social media and in the headlines.

As the social media star’s list of business ventures continues to grow, his latest comes in the form of a contract with the NFL’s Cleveland Browns.

Tyreek Hill #10 of the Miami Dolphins shakes hands with Jake Paul prior to a game against the Houston Texans. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

He won’t, however, be suiting up to play on the field for the currently third-place AFC North team.

In a shocking post to his Instagram account on Friday (December 23), the influencer teased that he would be joining the Browns. He’s seen posing at a press conference alongside the team’s Executive Vice President, JW Johnson.

Since Johnson is holding up a jersey with Paul’s name on it, the post certainly stirred up some conversations. “Excited to be on the team @clevelandbrowns @nfl,” reads the caption.

In another video that’s part of the same post, Paul is seen on FaceTime with Johnson discussing a contract. “Crazy news, guys, I got a contract with the Cleveland Browns,” says the 25-year-old before answering the call. “We’re fired up. [We] can’t wait to get you here today and get you to sign that contract, and excited to have you be a part of the team, man,” Johnson tells the boxer.

The Cleveland Browns subsequently took to their own Instagram account to officially welcome the Cleveland native to their organization in a press conference.

In the amusing clip, the influencer immediately expresses his long-time dream of playing in the NFL, implying that the forthcoming announcement will be making that dream come true. The E.V.P. clarifies that they’re actually bringing him on to be a part of their social media team instead.

Although it’s evidently not what he wants, the YouTuber still signs the contract. His official position is the team’s “junior associate content assistant.”

After rising to fame by starring in the Disney Channel show, Bizaardvark for two seasons, the 25-year-old began taking to social media platforms like Vine and YouTube to further his popularity.

Ever since 2018 though, Paul’s main focus has been on his professional boxing career. He’s currently 6-0 as a boxer, with four of those six wins coming in the form of a knockout. He has controversially beaten opponents such as former NBA player Nate Robinson and former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley. Most recently, he defeated former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva by unanimous decision in October.

What are your thoughts on the Browns’ new partnership with Jake Paul? Sound off in the comments down below.

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Pusha T & DJ Drama Announce “Gangsta Grillz” Mixtape In 2023

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After a crazy year for hip-hop, some artists are making it clear that next year might be even better. Pusha T and DJ Drama announced that they will release a Gangsta Grillz project together in 2023. They spoke on Rap Radar’s Brian “B.Dot” Miller’s Twitter space to share the news. King Push also announced that he’s got a solo album on the way as well. As such, fans can’t wait for new music so soon after this year’s It’s Almost Dry. 

CHARLOTTE, NC – MARCH 01: Meek Mill, Trinidad James, DJ Drama and Pusha T attend a party hosted by T.I. and Fabolous at Cameo Nightclub on March 1, 2013 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Prince Williams/FilmMagic)

We still don’t have an audio clip from the space, i.e. any proof that they said this. However, many outlets on Twitter have corroborated the clip, including Andrew Barber of Fake Shore Drive. While some fans whined that Drama’s working with an older artist and not a new face… I mean, it’s Pusha T. How could it not be great? Many are also excited about the tape’s potential features and reunions, à la Clipse on It’s Almost Dry. 

Although we’re still waiting on the 100% push from Push, it’s no wonder fans are so excited. DJ Drama worked on some of the greatest mixtapes of the 2000s with Pharrell, Lil Wayne, Ludacris, and many more. What’s more is that he’s still dropping projects today. He worked with Tyler, the Creator on CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST and with Icewear Vezzo for the recent Paint The City tape. 

Meanwhile, Pusha T’s been quite busy as of late, too. Recently, his cover story with XXL gave us a lot of insight into his career movement. Moreover, he spoke on his relationship with Kanye West, an upcoming new album, and his evolved beef with Drake. Even with all that extra news surrounding him, he’s giving It’s Almost Dry its proper credit before the Grammys. As one of the best hip-hop albums of the year, which followed one of 2018’s best in Daytona, he’s bound to drop nothing but excellence.

Are you excited for King Push’s Gangsta Grillz tape with DJ Drama? Let us know in the comments down below. Also, as always, stay up to date with HNHH to catch the latest album announcements, collabs, and future classics.

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