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Drake Can’t Catch A Break As The Internet Roasts His Cringey “UwU” Pose

October 25, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Hating on Drake became pop culture’s favorite pastime in 2024, but folks were clowning on him for a whole bunch of reasons before that. Still, we doubt he really cares that much, as he’s happy to just do his thing and engage with some current trends regardless of how cringey some people see it as. The latest example of this comes courtesy of a new social media video that shows the 6ix God doing the “UwU” pose, which has been a joke in anime and online circles for years now. Usually, folks make fun of this stereotype and declaration. But as the video’s on-screen text says, maybe he should “continue to not take life so seriously.”

After all, Drake’s massive presence in pop culture has resulted in some self-serious statements and content before, and a lot of fans want him to just loosen up and have more fun. But the other sub-sect of fans wants him tough, so he’s going to get hate either way. That’s just how it goes sometimes, especially when you’re as big as Drizzy. Amid his birthday celebrations this week, he has millions of reasons to ignore the haters and just be as funny, playful, cheeky, or terminally online as he wants.

Drake’s Best “UwU” Take

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What’s more is that these birthday bashes also saw Drake previewing new music for his loved ones in attendance, the main draw behind his superstardom. In fact, a lot of conversations around how seriously he takes himself revolve solely around his art and how he either tries too hard or tries too little. Of course, that discourse reaches a dead end when you don’t meet either extreme. So we wouldn’t put too much stock into whether or not the Toronto creative has to mess around on the mic or craft deep messaging every single time.

All fans care about at the end of the day is whether or not the music is good, and that quality will excuse any “UwUs” or tough talk that fans might not like. As such, don’t take those viral moments too seriously. Drake even laughs at disses against him, for crying out loud! Jokes aside, a lot of folks online had a field day with this clip, and we can’t necessarily blame them for it. But we also know that he knows exactly what he’s doing with moments like this, as he can make mountains out of molehills like no other.

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Angelica Ross Net Worth 2024: Updated Wealth of the “Pose” Star

February 29, 2024 by newhiphopnews

On November 28, 1980, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was gifted with a force to be reckoned with — Angelica Ross. This burgeoning star would soon traverse the realms of acting, entrepreneurship, and activism with both elegance and fervor. From challenging beginnings as a young transgender woman to breaking barriers in Hollywood, Angelica’s story is a symphony of defiance and determination. By 2024, her myriad accomplishments and trailblazing efforts have garnered not just accolades and respect but also a net worth of $5 million, as pinpointed by Allfamousbirthday.

Cue Lights, Camera, Action: Angelica’s Hollywood Foray

Ross’s foray into the world of entertainment is studded with significant milestones. Gaining widespread acclaim for her role in the critically celebrated series Pose, she brought to life the nuances and struggles of the transgender community, simultaneously making history. This was just the prelude. A defining role in American Horror Story: 1984 further cemented her place as a formidable actress, making her one of the few transgender performers to secure a leading role in a major series.

The Tech Maven: A Digital Dynamo

Before Angelica graced the silver screen, her brilliance was evident in a rather contrasting domain: technology. She also founded TransTech Social Enterprises to uplift transgender individuals, providing them with job training and opportunities in the tech industry. This endeavor wasn’t merely about employment; it was about creating spaces of inclusivity and empowerment in an industry often criticized for its homogeneity.

Advocate With Audacity: Speaking Truth To Power

Ross’s journey isn’t limited to the domains of acting and technology. She’s a staunch advocate for transgender rights. Ross often uses her platform to shed light on the trials and triumphs of the LGBTQ+ community. Her voice, echoing the sentiments of many, became a clarion call for change. She pushed boundaries and prompted conversations on inclusivity, representation, and love.

It’s rare to find an individual whose life is a tapestry of such diverse threads. Each is distinct yet interwoven with the other. With every role she undertakes, whether on screen, in the tech world, or on the activist front, Angelica Ross keeps redefining the paradigms of excellence and purpose.

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Kanye West Poses With Playboi Carti After The Latter Shows Up Late To Listening Party

December 12, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign are gearing up to drop a brand-new album this Friday, December 15th. Overall, it still remains to be seen whether or not the album will actually drop. Of course, Ye has a history of delaying his projects. Typically, he will debut an unfinished album and then continue working on it for months. He has done this numerous times before, and consequently, fans are very skeptical that he will drop. Having said that, he seems pretty serious this time around.

Last night, Kanye held a listening party event in Miami. There were a ton of stars who showed up for the party. Lil Baby, Kodak Black, Freddie Gibbs, and Offset were all there. We heard tracks with Baby and Gibbs, while even getting a verse from North West. Needless to say, this is a project with a ton of big names. One person who is also on the album is Playboi Carti. Unfortunately, he did not make it to the listening party on top. That said, he did eventually get there, as evidenced by the picture below.

Kanye West & Carti Link Up

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In the photo, you can see that Carti is wearing a unique outfit, at least for him. Furthermore, Ye is wearing his black KKK mask that was a fixture from last night’s performance. Overall, it was a very interesting look for both of these men. It would have been nice for Carti to have been at the party, but alas, Carti has never been one for timeliness. With Carti teasing new music quite a bit as of late, it will be interesting to see how his feature sounds. We could probably expect his new deep vocal register to make an appearance.

Be sure to let us know what you think of this link-up, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always keep you informed on your favorite artists and personalities.

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Angelica Ross Net Worth 2023: What Is The “Pose” Star Worth?

September 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

On November 28, 1980, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was gifted with a force to be reckoned with — Angelica Ross. This burgeoning star would soon traverse the realms of acting, entrepreneurship, and activism with both elegance and fervor. From challenging beginnings as a young transgender woman to breaking barriers in Hollywood, Angelica’s story is a symphony of defiance and determination. By 2023, her myriad accomplishments and trailblazing efforts have garnered not just accolades and respect but also a net worth of $5 million, as pinpointed by Allfamousbirthday.

Cue Lights, Camera, Action: Angelica’s Hollywood Foray

The Tech Maven: A Digital Dynamo

Advocate With Audacity: Speaking Truth To Power

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Billy Porter On Financial Strain Amid Strike: “I Have To Sell My House

August 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

During a recent interview, Emmy-winning actor Billy Porter opened up about the financial strain the recent actors’ strike has put on him. He told the Evening Standard that his upcoming projects have been delayed, meaning that his income has been slashed in recent months. “None of that is happening,” he revealed, “I have to sell my house.” He continued, “Yeah! Because we’re on strike. And I don’t know when we’re gonna go back. The life of an artist, until you make f*ck-you money – which I haven’t made yet – is still check-to-check.”

The actor went on to cite an article published by Deadline last month, which showcased accounts from various executives weighing in on the strike anonymously. In the article, one executive shared that the goal of studios was to wait the strike out until strikers began feeling the consequences of striking. “The endgame is to allow things to drag on until union members start losing their apartments and losing their houses,” they claimed.

Billy Porter Criticizes Executives

Billy Porter On Financial Strain Amid Strike: "I Have To Sell My House — Billy Porter attends the Lambda Legal Liberty Awards on June 08, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for Lambda Legal )

“So to the person who said, ‘We’re going to starve them out until they have to sell their apartments’ – you’ve already starved me out,” Porter explained. He went on to call out the CEO of Disney, Bob Iger, who recently dubbed the expectations of strikers “unrealistic.” “In the late 50s, early 60s, when they structured a way for artists to be compensated properly through residual [payments], it allowed for the two percent of working actors – and there are 150,000 people in our union – who work consistently … Then streaming came in,” Porter says.

“There’s no contract for it,” the actor continued. “And they don’t have to be transparent with the numbers – it’s not Nielsen ratings anymore. The streaming companies are notoriously opaque with their viewership figures. The business has evolved. So the contract has to evolve and change, period. To hear Bob Iger say that our demands for a living wage are unrealistic? While he makes $78,000 a day? I don’t have any words for it, but: f*ck you.”

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Michelle’s ‘Pose’ Video Uses The New York Subway As A Backdrop

February 28, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Those who are intimately familiar with the New York subway system will find Michelle’s “Pose” video highly relatable. Hey, if stars like John Mulaney and LCD Soundsystem can venerate the storied public transportation system on SNL, why wouldn’t the six-piece turn to it as a backdrop themselves? The video, which is for a song taken from upcoming project, After Dinner We Talk Dreams, was choreographed by band member Emma Lee. The album will be released on March 4, just in time for the band’s upcoming tour dates opening for Mitski, as well as several headlining shows in North America and Europe.

Back in September, the group announced their album with the lead single, “Syncopate,” and followed that track up with “Mess U Made,” before releasing “Expiration Date” at the top of the year. The band features the rare of four female vocalists, Sofia D’Angelo, Layla Ku, Emma Lee and Jamee Lockard, who sing in layered harmonies, while members Julian Kaufman Charlie Kilgore are mostly focused on production. Although a press release notes that “predominantly POC and queer collective mix and match the writing and production groups amongst the six of them.” Check out the “Pose” video up top and look for Michelle’s new album coming in just a few days.

‘Wom/n Worldwide’ Breaks Down The Fem Superheroes That Ruled The Summer

August 13, 2021 by newhiphopnews

Who ran the world this summer? Women, that’s who.

In Uproxx’s latest video series, Wom/n Worldwide, we’re giving a much-deserved shout-out to the fem superheroes that are filling up our timelines with some much-needed good news. And women? They’ve been BUSY this year. Host Drew Dorsey breaks it all down in this, shining a light on the athletes, activists, actors, and all-around badasses affecting positive change in their respective fields. From decorated Olympians like Simone Biles putting a spotlight on mental health — and inspiring us all to take self-care more seriously — to the hip-hop queens ruling the charts, and the women revolutionizing the film industry from behind the camera — we’re hyped for it all.

The Olympics are still on everyone’s mind so now’s a good time to remind fans of how superstars like Biles, Katie Ledecky, and Naomi Osaka changed the game when it comes to how we view excellence in sport, and a couple of 13-year-old skateboarding phenoms blew our minds in Tokyo too. Speaking of empowerment, plenty of female artists have been delivering body-positive bangers this summer — we see you Cardi B — as icons like Billie Eilish, Lorde, and Halsey get ready to drop new music this Fall. (Our playlists needed updating anyway.)

We’re also ready for the world to update its beauty standards so naturally, we had to applaud Nikkie Tutorials for leading the way, and if you didn’t have enough to watch already, we’ve got a couple more female-helmed films to add to your binge-watching queue. All that and an update on the historic Generation Equality Forum that took place in Paris this summer pops up in our inaugural episode.

Check it out above!