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Avril Lavigne & Mod Sun Call Off Engagement: Report

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Avril Lavigne and Mod Sun have reportedly called off their engagement after 10 months, according to PEOPLE. The outlet reports that the two have been on and off for the last couple of months. At the moment, they are no longer together. Lavigne and Mod Sun got engaged in April 2022. They were last publicly seen together at a Grammys event celebrating Julie Greenwald and Craig Kallman in Los Angeles.

“Avril and Mod Sun have been on and off for the past two months, but are no longer together as a couple,” said an insider. Rumors recently circulated that Lavigne and Tyga were linked romantically after they were spotted getting close together while dining out with one another. The source for PEOPLE says that they are just friends: “Avril and Tyga are genuinely friends and nothing more. There was absolutely no third party involved in the split.”

Avril Lavigne & Mod Sun On The Red Carpet

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 12: (L-R) Mod Sun and Avril Lavigne attend the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards at Barclays Center on September 12, 2021 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/WireImage)

A rep for Mod Sun addressed the situation in a statement provided to PEOPLE. “They were together and engaged as of three days ago when Mod left for tour so if anything has changed that’s news to him. Mod will be performing tonight in Portland at The Hawthorne Theater,” they said. Lavigne has not commented on the rumors.

The couple’s relationship was recently the topic of a song on Mod’s latest album, God Save the Teen. The project released earlier this month. There’s a track titled “Avril’s Song” as well as a collaboration between the two on “Shelter.” Mod Sun recently spoke about his relationship with Avril Lavigne during an interview with E! News. “I have found such a partner in this world to go through the chaos that life gives you,” he told the outlet, before adding, “I have found that person. I’m with a real grown woman who has gone through it all 10 times over and she makes me a better person.”

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Chris Brown Called Out For Abuse Of Karrueche Tran

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Chris Brown recently faced even more social media backlash for his abuse and harassment of former partner Karrueche Tran. Furthermore, these attacks came after the singer exploded on Instagram, criticizing critics of his past violence against his ex Rihanna. However, many pointed out that his actions form into a repeated pattern of mistreatment. Moreover, the court issued a five year restraining order against Brown in Tran’s favor back in 2017. Their case stemmed from occasions when he threatened her with violence when they broke up, and beat her previously.

NEW YORK, NY – FEBRUARY 17: Chris Brown (R) and Karrueche Tran are seen during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2015 at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on February 17, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Gustavo Caballero/Getty Images)

“It’s funny how Chris Brown always forgets to mention how he abused and harassed Karrueche to a point where she had to get a restraining order on him,” one person tweeted. “It’s not about one singular thing it’s your whole history of abuse.” Also, other users acknowledged that this is a much less known-about case than Brown’s actions against Rihanna. “People who defend Chris Brown, only bring up Rihanna & how she forgave him. They never mention the restraining order with Karrueche Tran. Him throwing her downstairs, punching her in the stomach & harassment, his colorist or holding a woman hostage with a gun etc. Says a lot.”

Furthermore, one Twitter user in particular had a lengthy statement on their acknowledgement of Brown’s actions from a fan perspective. “What Rihanna decided after CB abused her should have nothing to do with where your integrity, morals, and beliefs stand. Victims of DV tend to forgive/go back to their abusers often. Also that wasn’t a one and done. CB was hell on wheels after that. Ask Karrueche Tran about that restraining order that was granted to 5 yrs. Ask dark skinned women, ask the folks at GMA. Look, I still listen to his music, but I’m also not being intellectually dishonest and rewriting history in order to make me feel ok in the fact that I still snap my fingers to ‘No Guidance’ and ‘Strip.’

“Stop acting like that pic of Rihanna’s face beaten wasn’t that big of a deal because ‘she forgave him,’” they continued. “Stop acting like a 5 year restraining order isn’t a big deal, stop acting like being a colorist isn’t a big deal. Just say I know he has violent and problematic ways however, I still choose to support him. And in all honesty thats the issue. Y’all don’t want to say that because you know how it sounds so y’all rewrite history and lie about his ways in order to feel justified in your support of him. It’s ok.” However you feel, check back in with HNHH for the latest updates on Chris Brown and his accountability.

Naturi Naughton Addresses Kiely Williams Relationship On “The Breakfast Club”

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Naturi Naughton recently addressed her relationship with Kiely Willams and Adrienne Bailon, who were all in the group 3LW. Recently, Williams trended on social media for a variety of headlines, including her claim of an entanglement with R&B group B2K. Moreover, Naughton spoke earnestly about her group mate Williams’ claim and about their past beef. As an incredibly popular group, they fell victim to industry pitfalls and internal conflict. Overall, Naughton seems appreciative of her time and experiences, even with all the pain and struggles she’s processed.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 13: Naturi Naughton attends “Whitney Houston: I Want To Dance With Somebody” World Premiere at AMC Lincoln Square Theater on December 13, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

“Chile… bless her heart,” she responded to Charlamagne and company’s questions about Williams’ claim. Also, she denied that 3LW as a group involved themselves. “God bless her. I don’t talk to her at all, but that’s why I was saying it’s almost miraculous and amazing. Adrienne’s heart, and her spirt, and the growth. When people grow and you grow up, you start to be like, ‘Oh.’ We actually have a lot more in common and we actually struggled in the same way. We were children manipulated by adults. So the truth is, what’s the reason for hate at the end of the day? I’m happy for her and she’s happy for me.

“Somebody just posted today ‘I’m waiting for the 3LW documentary,’” she continued. “I’m like, ‘What more?’ I mean, there’s a lot to talk about, I’m actually starting to write a book about all the s**t I went through. I guess somebody will figure it out. Call me, I’m down. I’ve said all my truths. At this point, I’m excited to grow and move forward. Building new friendships, and healing some of that pain. The truth is that that was a very hurtful time. But in a way, I look back at it and I’m like, ‘That was pretty cool.’ I was going on tour with Destiny’s Child. I lived a good life.”

Meanwhile, Chris Brown recently blasted Kiely Williams for bringing up his history of abuse. In fact, she also chimed in on the Megan Thee Stallion and Drake beef, saying he should apologize to her. Regardless of her relationships with the rest of 3LW, it’s clear that a lot of grey areas are at play. Still, come back to HNHH for the latest on Naturi Naughton, Kiely Williams, and 3LW.

Machine Gun Kelly & Megan Fox “Not Giving Up On Their Relationship,” Sources Say She’s “Still Upset”

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Anyone who’s been celebrating the rumoured separation of Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly may want to think about clicking “delete tweet.” According to PEOPLE, the embattled lovers aren’t quite ready to call it quits yet. However, the former is still seriously upset about what happened over Super Bowl weekend. At this time, the public is missing the intimate details of the pair’s feud, though rumours of the singer cheating with his guitarist were running rampant.

“Megan is still upset but is not giving up on their relationship,” a source tells the outlet today (February 17). “He feels the same way. They are getting professional help because they want things to work out.” Earlier this week, before Valentine’s Day, they were attending therapy together. Following a lengthy session, paparazzi cameras caught them leaving separately, the emotion evident on Fox’s face.

Megan Fox attends Universal Music Group’s 2023 After Party to celebrate the 65th Grammy Awards, Presented by Coke Studio and Merz Aesthetics’ Xperience+ at Milk Studios Los Angeles on February 05, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Lester Cohen/Getty Images for Universal Music Group for Brands)

After removing all traces of Kelly from her Instagram feed, following his enemies, and quoting Beyoncé’s LEMONADE album, the mother of three took down her entire profile. By that point, the internet already began piecing the puzzle together. Updates claiming that the Transformers starlet stopped wearing her engagement ring certainly didn’t help the breakup gossip. Even with the dramatic display of emotion, though, an insider points out that “she was never one to casually date.”

“She is with him because she believes it’s a long-term relationship. She isn’t just gonna give up on their relationship,” they added. “There are trust issues and this causes conflicts right now. Megan is taking one day at a time.” The pair first met in 2020 while filming Midnight in the Switchgrass. They later announced their engagement in January 2022, though it remains unclear when the wedding will take place.

Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly are seen on December 19, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by TWIST/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)

Outside of the troubles in her love life, Fox has a lot to look forward to regarding her acting career. Filming is complete on Johnny & Clyde, and Naya Legend of the Golden Dolphin and The Expendables 4 are in post-production. This leaves her to focus all of her energy on Subservience, an upcoming sci-fi thriller.

Megan will star alongside 365 Days lead Michele Marrone in the project. It finds her playing a robot helping out a single father, though things ultimately take a dark turn. Check out the new look she’ll seemingly be sporting in the movie here, and come back later for more pop culture news updates.

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Kylie Jenner “Doesn’t See” Reconciliation With Travis Scott: Report

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Kylie Jenner “doesn’t see” herself reconciling with Travis Scott, according to a new report from OK!. The Keeping Up with the Kardashians alum has been in an on-and-off relationship with Scott for years now. They share two children together and will continue to co-parent. The report from OK! cites a source close to the couple.

“[Kylie] has no idea what the future holds, but right now she doesn’t see any type of a reconciliation,” the source told the outlet. “At the end of the day, the only thing that matters to Kylie is what’s best for her kids, period. She knows Travis is an amazing father and that’s the only thing that she cares about.” The source also admitted that friends of the couple still wouldn’t be surprised to see them end up together regardless of Jenner’s current feelings. “They’ve had their fair share of ups and downs, so friends wouldn’t be surprised at all if they got back together again at some point,” the source explained. “No matter what happens in terms of their romantic relationship, Kylie and Travis will always handle things like mature adults.”

Kylie & Travis

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – MAY 15: Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott attend the 2022 Billboard Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 15, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Jenner and Scott most recently called it quits at some point around Christmas. Another source for OK! explained that the issue doesn’t pertain to Scott’s abilities as a father. “When it comes to being a dad Travis is always there,” the insider said at the time. “But when it comes to their romantic relationship it’s more complicated.”

Last year, model Rojean Kar claimed that she and Scott frequently texted each other after working together on a music video. Scott denied the claims on social media, while Jenner did not address them. “It’s a lot of weird shit going on. An uninvited person was sneaking photos on what was supposed to be a closed set while I was directing a video,” he wrote via Instagram in October 2022. “I’m saying this for the last time: I don’t know this person. I’ve never been with this person. So, please stop with the continuous cyber games and the fictional storytelling.”

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Reginae Carter Claps Back At People Tearing Down Her Relationship

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Reginae Carter recently aired out her frustrations with critics of her relationship and how openly loving the two are. While her and her partner Armon Warren always show affection, some people ridiculed how young and naïve they seem. As such, many pointed out how much they seemed to rush into their status and into their affection. For example, one user prodded Carter to think more realistically “He literally didn’t have a passport before he met you but was buying hallow jewelry, be fr reginae.”

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 02: (FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY) (L-R) Armon Warren and Reginae Carter attend Recording Academy Honors Presented by the Black Music Collective at Hollywood Palladium on February 02, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Still, Lil Wayne’s daughter was having none of it. “It’s really super weird to me when people get mad at you for loving your significant other out loud…” she tweeted. “Like I’m sorry you’ve played the side for so many years you don’t know different … but me ? Imma post wtf I want . Never have to hide s**tttttt.” Even with critics still making their points, she had a lot of people supporting her in the comments. “They want you to keep that s**t a secret so bad,” a Twitter user wrote in response. “But they couldn’t wait to blast you when you were going through it…keep loving and being loved out loud.”

Meanwhile, the 24-year-old recently clapped back at haters who trolled her boyfriend Armon gifting her a promise ring. “Y’all old asses mad at my promise ring but been in 10 year relationships with a bunch of broken promises,” she exploded on Twitter. “Get you somebody to take care of your time not waste it aunties. But anyways .. back to my amazing morning … Happy Holidays!” While people thought it was a bit too much, Warren’s message was still pretty sweet.

“So this is my promise ring to you baby, okay?” he said in a video clip. “This is my loyalty, this is my love. This is everything, this is me investing my time, everything into you. I only want to be with you. This is my promise.” Regardless of what you think of their relationship, come back to HNHH for the latest on Reginae Carter.

Diddy’s Ex-Bodyguard Accuses Snoop Dogg Of Lying About Relationship With Biggie

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Diddy’s former bodyguard just accused Snoop Dogg of inflating the extent of his friendship with Biggie Smalls. Moreover, Gene Deal inquired as to why Snoop’s supposedly tight relationships with the New York rapper, as well as Tupac, weren’t highly publicized until after their tragic passing. “That’s something that sounds good for the media,” Deal declared of Snoop’s stories of friendship with the two. “You know, ‘I’m the peacemaker. I’m the one that’s showing love. I’m the one that’s out here when everybody else is dead, wishing that I coulda did something to put the s**t together.’

Notorious B.I.G. 1995 (Photo by Chris Walter/WireImage)

“It wasn’t all that love until ‘Pac was dead,” he went on in the interview with The Art Of Dialogue. “Wasn’t Big out in California three, four weeks and Snoop never saw him? Snoop never came and smoked nothing wit’ him. Snoop never came and ate nothing with him. But it was a lot of love? Come on, man.” Since the loss of the Brooklyn legend in 1997, the Dogg Pound leader repeatedly spoke on their relationship and mutual respect. For example, in an interview with the Rap Radar Podcast in 2018, Snoop recounted when he and Biggie discussed Tupac’s death. After a shooting happened while Tha Dogg Pound filmed the “NY, NY” music video in Brooklyn, Snoop felt Big was responsible. Moreover, they didn’t take action due to East Coast and West Coast tensions. However, the two rappers ran into each other in Atlanta and came to an understanding.

“It’s just me and him, one on one,” the Long Beach legend elaborated. “And he giving me the rundown about how much he loved Tupac and he didn’t wanna see cuz die. And a lot of shit that he said and did, he was wrong for. He just was apologizing like a man, to me. Just getting an understanding on what he did, ’cause I never tripped on him for what he did. That was a Dogg Pound video, that wasn’t a Tupac video. And we got shot at, and the direct shot came from him. But nobody got hit so we let it go. So with him apologizing to me, we became friends again.”

Meanwhile, Deal said that he couldn’t corroborate whether that conversation actually happened, as he wasn’t present. Still, he raised eyebrows at Snoop meeting Big in another city when he claimed they never linked in Los Angeles. “I can see you in Atlanta,” Deal said, “but I can’t see you in California in my own hometown? Huh? I’m so gangsta, I can come to your hotel room by myself in Atlanta. But in California, I can’t come and see you? Alright.” Check out the interview clip above and return to HNHH for the latest news in hip-hop history.

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Bill Gates & Paula Hurd Quietly Dating For “Over A Year”: Report

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The demise of his 27-year marriage to Melinda Gates couldn’t have been easy for Bill Gates. A year and a half after their separation was complete, however, the 67-year-old seems to be in a new romantic relationship. According to PEOPLE, the billionaire is dating a long-time friend of his named Paula Hurd, though she hasn’t yet met his three children.

Sources say the two “are inseparable.” She’s known as a “mystery woman,” though their inner circle says their romance is “no mystery.” They made headlines earlier this year while sitting next to each other at the Australian Open Men’s Singles. Tennis is a game they both love, and they’ve previously been chatty at other matches.

Before getting together with Gates, Hurd was with Oracle CEO Mark Hurd. In 2019, the 60-year-old tragically lost her husband, leaving her a widow. Before, she also worked in the tech industry, though she’s since moved on to become an event planner.

As for the philanthropist, this marks his first relationship since ending things with Melinda in August 2021. His 58-year-old ex was apparently seeing former reporter Jon Du Pre a few months ago. Ultimately, no confirmation came from the pair. At this time, the Gates matriarch seems determined on her path toward healing while continuing to parent her and Bill’s three children.

Bill and Melinda Gates arrive at the Elysee Palace before receiving the award of Commander of the Legion of Honor by French President Francois Hollande on April 21, 2017 in Paris, France. (Photo by Frederic Stevens/Getty Images)

“I had some reasons I just couldn’t,” she said of her marriage’s dissolution in an interview with Fortune last year. “But the odd thing about COVID is that it gave me the privacy to do what I needed to do. It’s unbelievably painful, in innumerable ways, but I had the privacy to get through it.”

While Bill doesn’t seem to be hiding his new relationship from the world, there’s still much to be learned about Hurd. A report from PEOPLE reveals that she studied at the University of Texas and obtained a bachelor’s degree in business administration in 1984. Additionally, she has two daughters, Kathryn and Kelly, from her late husband.

Apart from their love of tennis and experience working in tech, Gates and his new girl are both avid philanthropists. Specifically, Paul has given large sums of money to Baylor University’s Give Light Campaign. Read more about that here, and check back later for more pop culture news updates.

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Cardi B & Offset Star In Leaked McDonald’s Valentine’s Day Meal

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Cardi B and Offset appear to be receiving their own Valentine’s Day-themed meal for McDonald’s. A leaked image of an advertisement circulating on social media shows something called “The Cardi B & Offset Meal.” Included in the image are a cheeseburger and Quarter Pounder with cheese with a side of BBQ sauce, a large fries, an Apple Pie, and a large Hi-C Orange Lavaburst, as well as a large Coca-Cola.

The leaked McDonald’s meal comes after the two recently filmed a TV spot for the fast food chain. The advertisement is reportedly going to air during Super Bowl LVII on Sunday.

LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 09: Offset and Cardi B attend the 2018 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on October 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by David Crotty/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

While she and her husband will be appearing in a commercial during the Super Bowl, Cardi B has previously said that she turned down performing at the event in past years. Speaking with The Associated Press in 2019, she explained: “My husband, he loves football. His kids play football. It’s really hard for him. … He really wants to go to the Super Bowl, but he can’t go to the Super Bowl, because he’s got to stand for something. You have to sacrifice that. I got to sacrifice a lot of money to perform. But there’s a man who sacrificed his job for us, so we got to stand behind him.”

Cardi B and Offset are far from the only faces in hip-hop who will be appearing in commercials during the Super Bowl. Missy Elliott and Jack Harlow will be starring in an advertisement for Doritos. Additionally, Diddy is in a new Uber commercial.

The Super Bowl will kick off at 6:30 PM, ET on Sunday, February 12, 2023, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. For the game, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs will be taking on Jalen Hurts and the Philidelphia Eagles. During the game, Rihanna will be headlining the halftime show performance. She’s also rumored to be announcing a tour afterward. Check out the leaked Cardi B and Offset meal from McDonald’s below.

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Lizzo “Hard Launches” Relationship At 2023 Grammys

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Lizzo performed a “hard launch” of her relationship at the 2023 Grammy Awards on Sunday. The Special singer shared a picture of herself with her partner on Instagram afterward. A number of celebrities commented on the picture, including SZA, Lori Harvey, Kehlani, Eric Andre, and more.

Lizzo is currently dating standup comedian Myke Wright, according to Page Six. The two have been romantically linked since 2021. They met back in 2016 when they worked as co-hosts on the MTV series Wonderland. Lizzo first confirmed that the two were in fact dating during an appearance on SiriusXM’s Andy Cohen Live in 2022. They made their red carpet debut at an event for Lizzo’s Amazon Prime Video reality series, Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 05: (FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY) Lizzo accepts the Record of the Year award for “About Damn Time” during the 65th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 05, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Timothy Norris/FilmMagic)

Lizzo ended up taking home a total of three Grammy awards at the ceremony. She won Record of the Year for her Special single “About Damn Time.” She also won Best Remixed Recording for “About Damn Time (Purple Disco Machine Remix).” Lizzo was also nominated for Album of the Year (Special), Song of the Year (“About Damn Time”), Best Pop Solo Performance (“About Damn Time”), and Best Pop Vocal Album (Special). Lizzo also performed “About Damn Time” on stage at the ceremony. While accepting the award for Record of the Year, Lizzo spoke about the impact Prince had on her.

“When we lost Prince, I decided to dedicate my life to making positive music,” Lizzo said on stage. “This was a time when positive music wasn’t mainstream at that point. I felt very misunderstood … but I stayed true to myself. Because I wanted to make the world a better place, so I had to be that change to make the world a better place. I’d like to believe that not only can people do good, but we just are good. We are good inherently.” Check out Lizzo’s Instagram post with her partner, Myke Wright, below.

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