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Da Brat Unveils First Photos Of Her Newborn Baby

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After welcoming their bundle of joy in July, Da Brat and her partner, Jesseca Harris-Dupart, have finally unveiled photos of their baby, True Legend Harris-Dupart. The pair shared the photos of their baby boy in an exclusive spread with PEOPLE. Throughout the heartwarming photoshoot, Da Brat and Dupart seem to be overjoyed and beaming with excitement. Their son was dressed to match his parents with a gray hat, white shirt, gray joggers, and white socks.

Da Brat opened up to PEOPLE about her journey with motherhood and dealing with a high-risk pregnancy. “I’m 49, I’m high-risk, I have high blood pressure,” she said. “So many women so much younger than me want kids and can’t have them, and I had a successful pregnancy. It’s just an honor. He’s such a blessing.”

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The So So Def rapper also spoke about the process of vitro fertility IVF treatments. Da Brat used her wife’s eggs and sperm from an anonymous donor to become pregnant, which took place after she had a miscarriage. “I think God plans out our journey,” she said. “I’m very happy He saw fit for me to have him.” Following the birth of their son, the Chicago rapper told the aforementioned outlet upon giving birth: “I can’t BELIEVE he came out of me! Feels like a dream. He’s PERFECT in every way.”

In other related news, Da Brat has much to celebrate these days. She recently celebrated the 29th anniversary of her debut album, Funkdafied. The nine-track album was released in the summer of 1994, establishing her as a pioneering female MC. In those days, selling one million copies of one’s own music was an arduous task for a solo woman rapper. Da Brat, however, came out swinging, becoming the first female solo act to achieve a Platinum certification. The rest, as they say, is history. Besides the title track, two other singles were released from Brat’s debut album. “Fa All Y’all” and “Give It 2 You” also succeeded, becoming her second and third consecutive songs to hit the Top 40.

Read More: Da Brat’s Biggest Hits, Ranked

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DDG Says He’s Halle Bailey’s “Biggest Supporter”

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DDG, despite rumors, has no problem embracing or supporting his girlfriend, Halle Bailey, and vice versa. Especially when it comes to new music. Fresh off the success of The Little Mermaid, Bailey released her debut solo single, “Angel.” While chatting with a reporter at Billboard’s 2023 R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players event, DDG revealed that he allegedly had given the track a million streams before it came out. “I listen to it a lot. I’m a big supporter of her, obviously, of course,” he said.

The reporter asked the rapper about what it’s like dating a powerful woman, citing Keke Palmer’s recent drama with her ex-boyfriend and child’s father. DDG noted that women were on top, and more powerful than ever. “It’s a woman’s time right now.. [and]I feel like women are more powerful than ever. As a man that’s a part of a woman of that stature, you just gotta be a supporter.”

“It’s A Woman’s Time Right Now,” He Says

Throughout the rest of the brief conversation, the rapper discussed his third studio album, Maybe It’s Me. He stated his intention to address rumors and negative opinions about him. “I just wanted to get all the opinions and stuff that people had about me out of the way, play that villain role for a little bit,” he said, “but now I’m back to making good, relatable music.”

In other related news, the YouTuber-turned-MC recently responded to the backlash he received regarding a track of his latest album titled, “Famous.” The song seemed to rub people the wrong way, as it saw the 25-year-old say that he doesn’t like seeing his girlfriend Halle Bailey be in relationships in the movies she acts in. While a lot of people clowned or criticized him for this, he clarified that it’s just a song and that it’s entertainment at the end of the day. Said comments came from a vlog posted to his YouTube channel back in July, where he also addressed detractors calling him a “failed rapper.” Let us know what you think of all this, in the comments below.

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Usher Calls Being Single “The Hardest Thing” He’s “Ever Had To Do”

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Usher’s back in full promo and music mode these days, dropping a new single with 21 S*vage and Summer Walker and enjoying his Las Vegas residency. Recently, to talk about upcoming plans, a new album, and all that’s going on in his life, he sat down for a cover interview with VIBE magazine. Moreover, the R&B superstar reflected on a lot across his storied career, including the warring sides of his personality and what his experiences have taught him. However, he also backtracked on famous lines from “Confessions Part II,” and did so to many fans’ amusement on social media. They thought that the most difficult challenge in Mr. Raymond’s life was telling the girl she loves that he’s having a baby with a woman he barely knows, as the song goes.

Jokes aside, Usher said”the hardest thing that [he’s] ever had to do” isn’t that, but rather just being single. “The idea of creating a life with someone is what I would like to do, maybe because I didn’t have or didn’t see that,” the 44-year-old remarked. And I get to remedy that idea by having an incredible partnership. I can then have the thing that I ultimately wanted to see.”

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Usher Reveals His Toughest Challenge

Overall, it seems like this obstacle in the crooner’s way is due to the fact that he doesn’t like to be alone. Of course, there are very few people out there who don’t want some company at least some of the time, and it’s about as relatable as Usher can be as a massive entertainer. Still, it’s definitely something that he keeps close to his chest, because his live shows certainly haven’t lost any of their luster no matter his relationship status. In fact, he communicates that longing quite well for audiences, and always keeps things compelling.

Meanwhile, other press runs of his also centered around relationships- but not his own. While speaking to PEOPLE, the Southern heartthrob spoke on the Keke Palmer and Darius Jackson drama that came up after he serenaded the former at his show. He clearly didn’t mean anything by it, and hopes that people will mostly remember the good time that they had. For more news and the latest updates on Usher, keep checking in with HNHH.

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Chrisean Rock Says She’s Ready To Show Off Her “New Blessings” After Moving On From Blueface

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In a new series of Tweets by Chrisean Rock, she makes it clear that she’s ready to move on from her relationship with Blueface. “Da next n***a I show y’all finna be da n***a I marry,” she wrote, “I love my space. I love my peace. I love me. I’m not pressed to show if I moved on. I’m excited to show my growth n new blessings.” “Crazy because I don’t got use anybody name for some click bait,” she added.

Chrisean is currently pregnant with Blueface’s child, and the two of them have gone through some serious drama in recent months. Lately, Blueface has been spending more time with the other mother of his children, Jaidyn Alexis. It was also recently reported that she’s wanted in the state of Oklahoma for drug charges. According to Chrisean, however, the charges aren’t a big deal and the state only wanted money.

Read More: Chrisean Rock Denies Being Wanted While Twerking On IG, Blueface’s Mom Demands Second Paternity Test

Chrisean Rock’s Tweets

Blueface, on the other hand, just recently dropped a new single titled “House Arrest.” As the name suggests, the track sees the artist reflecting on the time he recently spent wearing an ankle monitor. He previously claimed that he was only under house arrest because he took charges for Chrisean. “Y you think their is no warrant for her arrest. Y would I let her stay in my house when I’m stuck in another state and I got my BM ready to drive me with the kids,” he wrote, “Rock is out Jaidyn is in it’s that simple. The best female is gone start none personal. I said no I’ll take the deal an plead guilty cuz her name is all in the work.”

Recently, the rapper has also faced a great deal of backlash for a clip he shared to social media. In the clip, he’s seen encouraging his 6-year-old son to engage with dancers’ “booty cheeks” in their living room. The boy didn’t seem interested, prompting his father to ask him whether or not he’s gay. After the young boy claimed he’s not, the father celebrated. Many users found the clip offensive, and believed his behavior bordered on predatory.

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Moneybagg Yo Gifts Ari Fletcher A Pink, Heart-Shaped Diamond Ring

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Recently, Ari Fletcher celebrated her birthday, and her boyfriend Moneybagg Yo gifted her a special piece of jewelry. He gave her a pink, heart-shaped diamond ring, which he showed off on Instagram. The bling wasn’t the only thing he showed off, however, as he also shared a clip of Ari twerking by the pool. Fans raced to the comments section to dote on the couple. “I love him for her!,” one user writes alongside a heart emoji.

It’s not unusual for the rapper to flex his partner’s beauty on social media. Recently, the two also attended the 2023 BET Awards together, and he reflected on the weekend in an Instagram photo dump. In one photo, Ari is pictured tanning in the nude. “Stop tryna compare yo life to mine,” he told followers, “you don’t do enough!”

Read More: Ari Fletcher Reveals Wild Texts From Moneybagg Yo: “I’m Headed Straight There, Stay Naked”

Moneybagg Yo Shows Off Ari Fletcher’s Birthday Gift

Last month, Ari Fletcher got wrapped up in some public drama with Taina Williams. The drama reportedly surrounded Ari’s child with G Herbo, Yosohn, and resulted in her leaking Taina’s phone number. According to her, Taina was getting in the way of her getting into contact with her son. “My child was left in her care and she took my son outside somewhere,” Ari wrote on Twitter. “I called to talk to my son she had my number blocked and told herb mama I can’t have her number and to take it up with herb. If I can’t have a contact on who has my son because you don’t like me then you shouldn’t have my son. So now everybody got your number. Cause find somebody else to play with.”

Moneybagg Yo, on the other hand, is hot off the release of his latest album, Hard To Love. The rapper is also scheduled to set off on his upcoming tour next month. The “Larger Than Life” tour features Sexyy Red, Finesse2tymes, Luh Tyler, YTB Fatt, and Big Boogie. They’ll make over 20 stops across the U.S., with notable dates in Atlanta, Chicago, Oakland, and more.

Read More: Moneybagg Yo Sneaks A Preview Of Ari Fletcher Tanning Naked In His BET Weekend Photo Dump

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Naomi Osaka & Cordae Welcome Their Baby Girl Into The World

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According to PEOPLE Magazine and aggregated by @NoJumper on Instagram, Naomi Osaka has given birth to a baby girl. Osaka and her boyfriend, rapper Cordae, welcomed their firstborn into the world today in Los Angeles. Both Osaka and the baby are doing well, as confirmed by sources who told PEOPLE. Cordae and Naomi Osaka announced the pregnancy back in January via Instagram.

The love story between 25-year-old rapper Cordae and 25-year-old four-time Grand Slam singles champion Naomi Osaka began before 2020. The power couple is going strong, with a new addition to the budding family arriving today. Osaka and Cordae aren’t married, but that could be in the works after the birth of their baby girl. As for a potential name for the newborn, Naomi offered a little insight into her thought process to PEOPLE: “We have been discussing names. I would say that we are going for something more unique than traditional.”

Read more: Naomi Osaka Slams Double Standards About Athletic Motherhood

How Is The Naomi Osaka & Cordae Family Doing?

Looking to be the best version of herself for her daughter, Naomi has been a huge advocate for mental health. This was especially the case when she decided to take a break from her tennis career, which was on its way to superstardom. She pulled out of all 2023 tennis tournaments and hasn’t played professionally since September 2022. Once she learned she was pregnant, she paused her career aspirations until the 2024 Australian Open. She’ll remain focused on being a rockstar mom for her new baby girl.

As for Cordae, the rapper has been busy with his own career aspirations. He recently released the single “Doomsday,” a collaboration with the late hip-hop artist Juice WRLD. The multi-hyphenate artist is close to obtaining an EGOT — an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony award — after winning an Emmy in the spring for the kids’ TV show We the People. He has three Grammy nominations and zero wins so far, but don’t hold it past him to achieve this lofty goal. For now, he and Osaka are going to have their sights on being terrific parents for their daughter. Congrats to the family!

Read more: Cordae Inches Closer To EGOT Status, Shares Letter From The Obamas

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Who Is Darius Jackson? Keke Palmer’s Boyfriend

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In December 2022, Keke Palmer revealed she was pregnant while hosting Saturday Night Live. This naturally cast a spotlight on the father of her baby, Darius Jackson. Keke Palmer and Darius Daulton Jackson welcomed their son, Leodis Andrellton Jackson on February 25, 2023. While the couple showered love on each other before and after the birth of their son, things seem to be moving in another direction.

Darius Jackson and Keke Palmer made headlines in July after Palmer attended Usher’s concert in Las Vegas. Jackson took to social media to publicly criticize his girlfriend’s sheer outfit as Usher serenaded her. This caused an uproar online, as fans took to the actress’s defense at the shady comment. As a result of this, Darius Jackson has had more eyes on him than ever before.

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Darius Jackson’s Background

Jackson has kept a low online profile for many years. Before his relationship with Keke Palmer, he was best known as the brother of actor Sarunas Jackson. Sarunas has appeared on numerous television shows, most notably Good Trouble and Insecure. Darius, on the other hand, is a fitness enthusiast and an instructor at Inspire Fitness Studio. According to his profile on the studio’s site, Darius Jackson earned a scholarship to Fresno State University.

It also stated that Jackson is pursuing a career in sports media and has received a certificate in broadcasting. Additionally, he is a major football fan, showing support for the Philadelphia Eagles through his Twitter. On Instagram, Darius has been known to change up his feed every once in a while. He’s very close with his family and posts them quite often. He also refers to himself as a writer and posts video content on his YouTube to almost 20,000 subscribers. 

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Relationship With Keke Palmer

Darius Jackson is most known in the entertainment space due to his relationship with actress Keke Palmer. The pair reportedly met at a Memorial Day party hosted by Issa Rae in May 2021. Darius was invited to the party by his brother Sarunas. A little over two months later, Darius posted Palmer on his page, showering her with love on her birthday. 

By March 2022, rumors began to fly that the pair had split up. This was backed by the couple unfollowing each other on Instagram. Furthermore, they deleted all traces of each other on their respective pages. However, Palmer revealed to Bustle that he made her “the happiest” she’s ever been. Although the pair has remained very private since their relationship began, there have been instances of public displays of affection. 

Since Keke Palmer’s SNL reveal, both she and Darius Jackson began to actively share photos of her baby bump. In addition to this, the new parents have loved their baby loudly online as well. Following Darius’ public criticism of Palmer’s outfit, the pair seem to have hit a rocky road. Both parents have, once again, unfollowed each other on Instagram and Darius scrubbed their pictures off his page, although he kept one post on his page from Valentine’s Day.

Read More: Toosii Is Tired Of Seeing Keke Palmer Drama Online

Social Media Backlash

As one of the most beloved personalities in media today, Keke Palmer’s fans weren’t too pleased by Darius Jackson’s “it’s the outfit tho.. you a mom” tweet. After receiving heaps of backlash, the fitness instructor deleted his Twitter for several hours. He returned to the platform and restricted engagement on his tweets. Likewise, on Instagram, he disabled all comments after fans rushed to his page to tag him as hypocritical and insecure.

It’s unclear if he and Keke are still in a romantic relationship. 

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Casanova’s Wife Shares A Message Following His 15 Year Sentence

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Casanova’s wife, Jasmere “Swaggy Jazzy” Corbett, has shared a new message on social media following his sentencing. Earlier today, it was reported that he has received a 15-year-sentence by U.S. District Judge Philip M. Halpern for charges related to racketeering, narcotics, violence, and more. He pleaded guilty to some charges last year, asking a judge for leniency in a letter. Amid the news, Corbett has showcased her undying loyalty to the rapper.

Corbett shared a photo of herself alongside her husband, writing, “I love you baby [heart emoji] We gon walk that sh*t down!” She continued, “Now that he’s sentenced let me address this. I said they saying you got a buck 50 baby. He video called me and said they must be talking bout that buck 50 you put on my commissary.” Corbett added, “That boy look good [heart-eyed emoji] Y’all tried it with the buck/ 50 He got a lil 2 dollars.”

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Casanova Gets Over 15 Years

Casanova's Wife Shares A Message Following His 15 Year Sentence
Rapper Casanova visits at SiriusXM Studios on May 31, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images)

U.S. Attorney Damian Williams stated in a press release that “Caswell Senior is not just a notorious recording artist, but he is also a high-profile leader of a vicious street gang and a magnet for gang violence.” He continued, “At a crowded Miami house party, Senior personally fired a gun that seriously injured and could have killed a victim, inciting a shootout.” “Senior’s stature in the community was central to Gorilla Stone’s successful recruitment and nationwide expansion,” Williams explained, “Today’s sentencing — along with the other significant sentences that have been imposed in this case — shows once again that gang life is not worth it and will lead to many years in prison.”

In his letter to the judge, Casanova renounced his ties to the Untouchable Gorilla Stone Nation gang. This reportedly led to a bloody prison altercation between him and another inmate at Essex County Correction Facility in Newark earlier this month. His lawyer has previously stated that him cutting ties with the gang, “has and will continue to pose a threat to his life which will make his future incarceration far more onerous than contemplated by our judicial system.”

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Erykah Badu Reflects On J. Dilla’s Greatness

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Erykah Badu is currently on her “Unfollow Me” tour with rapper Yasiin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def). During her stop in San Diego, CA, she opened up about her musical relationship with the late J Dilla. Via Detroit rapper Frank Nitt’s Insta feed, she talked about the rap producer at length. “He didn’t really talk a lot,” Erykah said when a fan asked about what it was like to work with him. “He was very quiet… [Communicated] through the music, mostly.”

She also called J Dilla “super organized.” She referenced a detail that all of J Dilla’s Coca-Cola cans in his fridge were aligned so the logo was facing out. Dilla was an engineer through and through, and it showed. Erykah continues by saying he was generous and merciful. He taught people in the music industry, but Erykah Badu also says he would let others get away with stuff. “Like, he let a lot of people get away with, like, biting his sh*t,” Badu says. J Dilla died in 2006 from lupus complications. But his resolve impressed Erykah: “This is the most important thing; he was sick, but nobody knew. That speaks volumes.”

Read more: Erykah Badu Calls Out Fans Leaving Show Early: “I’m Singing!”

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J Dilla was a tremendous hip-hop producer. His career, which started in the ’90s, included collaborating with A Tribe Called Quest and Common. He became a part of the Soulquarians collective, with Erykah Badu also being a member. Mama’s Gun, Badu’s second album from 2000, features the track “Didn’t Cha Know.” Dilla produced that track for his collective teammate, creating a solid friendship built around music. Recently, Logic claimed he had an entire album full of J Dilla beats that he eventually scrapped.

Erykah Badu’s “Unfollow Me” Tour is speaking to the current rampant cancel culture. Breaking down the meaning with VIBE a few weeks back, the Neo Soul artist lets her fans know if they don’t agree with what she says, then they should simply unsubscribe. “Whenever someone says something in the comments, they don’t agree; I don’t care, unfollow me, doesn’t matter.” She says she’s on a journey and that her audience is on their own journey, and that that’s all okay. The tour will conclude in late July in San Antonio, TX.

Read more: J Dilla Documentary Finally Making Its Debut In April

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Cuban Link Exposes What It’s Really Like To Date 50 Cent

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Cuban Link, born Jamira Haines, has shared a hilarious new clip with her Instagram followers. In the clip, she exposes the reality of dating 50 Cent, revealing that it’s not always all it’s cracked up to be. She showcases images of herself looking less than thrilled as the rapper appears to smush her in his sleep.

“Some nights I can’t breathe but I’m alive!,” she captioned the clip. Fans rushed to Cuban Link’s comments section to weigh in on the funny Instagram vs. Reality comparison. “It’s the choke hold for me,” writes one social media user, alongside a series of laughing emojis. “That mean you are his peace and I love it!!!,” another commenter adds.

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The pair have been together since 2019, even sparking some engagement rumors earlier this year. In April, Cuban Link posted a sweet clip to Instagram where she’s seen hyping up her man at one of his shows. She’s shown recording him from the side of the stage, and fans were quick to note some major bling on her ring finger. A rep for 50 Cent later shut down the rumors, revealing that the happy couple has yet to take that step in their relationship.

In March of this year, 50 Cent told Mary J. Blige on The Wine Down that he just loves to make Cuban Link happy. “I’m in a friendship with a woman, and I’m finding gratification out of seeing her happy,” he explained. The rapper continued, describing his love for Cuban Link. “At that point, I think I’m in love with her,” he revealed, “‘Cause even if her friends or her people are there, and they’re doing their thing, I’m happy because I know she’s really happy at that point. You understand? It’s not necessarily coming from me, but that’s how I interpret love.”

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