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Drake’s Birthday Message Seemingly Confirms Lilah Dating Rumors

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Drake’s recent Instagram Story has stirred up rumors that he’s made things official with his fellow artist, Lilah. He posted a photo of her alongside a sweet happy birthday message. “More life to the gyal that’s impossible to duplicate,” he begins. He goes on to call her “my inspo my confidant my best mate my heart.” Off-and-on rumors that the pair were together began in 2022.

Lilah is also reported to be the woman pictured in the “Search & Rescue” cover art, who fans rumored to be Kim Kardashian earlier this year. Some fans speculated that the cover was an attempted shot at Kardashian’s ex-husband, Kanye West, amid their feud. However, it appears that Lilah is much more to Drake than just a Kim K look-alike. Earlier today, J Hus dropped a new track titled, “Who Told You,” featuring Drake. Drake also seems to confess his feelings for Lilah in the song, singing, “So Lilah Pi, don’t make my eye cry.” He also gave fans a taste of the new collab prior to it’s release last night.

Read More: J Hus Teams Up With Drake On “Who Told You”

Drake Wishes Lilah A Happy Birthday

Earlier today, it was also revealed that Drake is nominated for seven BET awards. He has the most nominations of all 2023 nominees, including Album Of The Year, Best Male R&B/Pop Artist, Best Male Hip Hop Artist, and more. Drake’s upcoming summer 2023 tour with 21 Savage also begins later this month. The It’s All A Blur tour will include dates all around the U.S., making notable stops at Madison Square Garden, Kia Forum, and more.

One of Drake’s other notable relationships, his bromance with Lil Yachty, also went on full display recently. Earlier this week, Drake encouraged Kick to give his friend a streaming deal during a livestream. “Yo, listen! I don’t know who owns Kick, but I’m just saying… You know, you guys, I know the chat wants to see Yachty go live. I’ve been telling him, I feel like he could take over Kick,” he told the platform. “There’s a little business idea for you guys, whoever’s responsible for writing the checks. You see the chat’s going crazy for my brother.”

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SZA Recalls Texts From Her Ex’s Father: “My Son Is Really Hurt”

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According to SZA, after revealing to an audience that her ex blocked her, his father lit up her phone to share his thoughts. She told Elle during a recent interview, “My ex’s father just texted me and was like, ‘My son is really hurt about what you said about him to the crowd.’” The artist went on to explain, “You don’t get to block me on everything. Tell our mutual friends terrible things about me like I’m a monster, or whatever the case may be. And then I don’t get to speak my piece in my way. You go do your healing and I’ll do mine.”

“He’s not here ’cause I’m blocked on everything,” she said during the Portland, OR “SOS tour” stop. Before performing “Nobody Gets Me,” she stated, “This one is extra sad.” She revealed that she “did write [‘Nobody Gets Me’] about the person that lives here.” She went on to say, “F***. Being blocked on everything is so f***ing hard.” A clip of her statements was later shared by a fan on TikTok.

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SZA Tells Her Ex, “You Go Do Your Healing And I’ll Do Mine”

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In the interview, SZA went on to reveal that her career is centered around “proving points to [herself].” She explained, “that’s what all this is about, really. I do music to prove that I have value to myself. Because what else am I going to do, in terms of how I help people? Me being whoever I’m led to be on this journey must be part of the work ‘cause it’s really hard emotionally….My prayer is to see myself the way God sees me. Like, ‘Father, help me know my value and trust that I’m valuable, and that I am who You say I am.’”

SZA announced her “SOS tour” in December of last year, revealing a slew a dates across the U.S. Last month, she added more dates to the tour, including performances in Europe and various additional stops in the U.S.

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Tyrese Calls Relationship With His Ex-Wife “Just A Transaction”

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Tyrese Gibson recently spoke out about his 2020 divorce. He claims that during the trial, he came to the realization that his now ex-wife, Samantha Lee, was only with him for the money and status that he brought. Tyrese said, “I left the courtroom during a divorce trial, and I realized it was never love.” He says that instead, “it was just a transaction.” He went on to add, “Wow, we did whole marriage and the…child just…to find out it was all about money and status.”

It wasn’t the first time he made claims about his former relationship. In February of this year, Tyrese also shared a message on Instagram to his ex-wife. He wrote, “Samantha I don’t think you ever loved me… impossible.” He also previous shared his feelings surrounding the verdict of their custody battle. Tyrese was ordered to pay $10k per month in child support. He wrote on Instagram, “Samantha really thought she pulled it off,” adding, “God don’t like ugly.” In the video he shared more about his mental state, claiming that he was “confused” and “in and out of depressions.”

Read More: Tyrese Confirms A 2nd TGT Album Is On The Way

Tyrese Thinks His Ex Never Loved Him

Upon revealing their plans to divorce, Tyrese initially told his ex-wife, “I am a better man of God, friend, and father because of you.” He also added, “I pray we leave the door open because the God that we serve is a mountains mover and can make a way out of no way.”

Tyrese’s current girlfriend, Zelie Timothy, shared in March that she was more interested in her boyfriend’s costar, Paul Walker, ahead of making things official with Tyrese. Tyrese wasn’t too happy about her admission, telling her, “Don’t touch me.” It wasn’t the only time the couple publicly feuded. In 2022, he also bashed the Instagram model following her reportedly sharing “choice words” about him online. He called her a “masterful manipulator” and “a snake,” claiming that he was newly-single. She later responded, “After all this, you’ve made me know that hell is just earth without you… I want you to know how much I miss you and what you mean to me.”

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Jonathan Majors And Meagan Good Have Date Night At Red Lobster

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Jonathan Majors has been in desperate need of some positive news in his life. The 33-year-old actor is currently facing charges in New York for allegedly assaulting his former girlfriend in late March. Despite Majors denying the allegations and his lawyer asserting that it is a racially-motivated “witch hunt,” the legal proceedings are progressing. Because of his ongoing legal battle, Majors has been removed from several upcoming projects. Most recently, there have been reports that Disney is planning to recast the character Kang. The character is a major Marvel villain that Majors recently portrayed in Loki and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.

While Majors is lacking in support from many other areas, it seems at least one person is on his side. According to PEOPLE, Meagan Good offered support to Jonathan Majors in light of all the negativity. Additionally, their relationship has evolved into a romantic one. A source shared with the outlet, “Meagan and Jonathan have maintained a friendship for some time. Meagan has shown significant support for him,” referring to the recent allegations. “It appears that their relationship has progressed beyond that stage.” Prior to her involvement with Majors, Good was married to DeVon Franklin for a duration of nine years, with the couple filing for divorce in December 2021. It seems like things are getting pretty serious between the new couple.

Majors And Good Get More Serious

Jonathan Majors and Meagan Good decided to keep their recent date low-key by quietly slipping in and out of Red Lobster. However, things seem to be getting pretty serious. The pair dined with some members of Good’s family. The stars of Creed 3 and Harlem were spotted at the Woodland Hills location of the seafood chain. They reportedly spent a leisurely three hours conversing and indulging in the establishment’s seafood offerings. During their time at the restaurant, it was observed that Jonathan had thoughtfully brought flowers. Not only did he bring them for Meagan but also for her mother and sister. It remains unclear whether this was his first meeting with Good’s family. However, the gesture undoubtedly earned him bonus points for his classy move.

Their visit to Red Lobster follows their recent public appearance at LAX. There, they were seen holding hands as they arrived from New York. The pair seemed very into one another as they walked down the tarmac and headed to their awaiting vehicle. Despite the controversies surrounding Majors, he and Meagan Good continue to exhibit signs of a genuine and evolving relationship. Meeting Good’s family represents a significant step forward in their connection. It seems to highlight the depth of their bond. What do you think of the new pairing? Let us know in the comments below!

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Jeff Bezos, Amazon Founder And Billionaire, Is Officially Engaged

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Jeff Bezos keeps plenty busy, but he’s not too busy to find love. TMZ has confirmed that Jeff Bezos and girlfriend Lauren Sanchez are engaged. The billionaire proposed to Sanchez while they were enjoying a luxurious voyage around Europe on his impressive $500 million superyacht. It comes as no surprise that Sanchez said “Yes” to Bezos’ proposal. The couple has been inseparable since they began dating in 2019. Their relationship began shortly after Bezos’ divorce from his wife of 24 years, MacKenzie.

Bezos seems to have spared no expense on the engagement ring, which was proudly displayed by Sanchez aboard the yacht. The size of the rock on her finger is truly impressive. The cost of the engagement ring would be significant to most people. However, it is merely a small portion of Bezos’ vast fortune as the founder of Amazon. Interestingly, it appears that the engagement actually took place last week. Sanchez was spotted wearing a ring on her finger in a photograph from Wednesday. At the time, however, the large gemstone was cleverly hidden on the inside of her hand.

Bezos Wants To Give Away Most Of His Wealth

Ginevra Elkann, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez attend the Vanity Fair x Prada Party at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc.
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Jeff Bezos may be one of the richest people on earth, but he doesn’t intend for things to stay that way. In fact, he plans to donate most of his wealth during his lifetime. According to reports, the Amazon founder’s net worth is estimated to be between $121 billion and $124 billion. In an interview with CNN’s Chloe Melas at his residence in Washington, DC, Bezos expressed his intention to utilize his wealth in the fight against climate change and to aid individuals who can contribute to the unification of humanity. However, Bezos did not disclose a specific percentage or provide concrete details regarding the manner in which he plans to distribute his funds. That doesn’t mean he plans to stop making money, of course.

For quite some time, there were rumors connecting Jeff Bezosto the potential purchase of the Commanders. He is the third-wealthiest individual globally and a resident of Washington, D.C. As such, Bezos has been seen as a possible bidder for the team. However, controversy arose when sources alleged that the Synders, the current owners of the team, had prevented Bezos from making a bid. The Synders have denied these claims. However, in mid-April, Bezos was confirmed to no longer be in the running. Days later, the team was purchased by Josh Harris. Stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news on hip-hop, tech, and more!

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Kodak Black Gets Handsy With Maranda Johnson

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Rapper Kodak Black is seen in a recent clip alongside Maranda Johnson, the mother to one of his children. The clip, showing the rapper getting handsy with Johnson, was posted to The Shade Room’s Instagram, leading to various responses from fans. One user writes, “Awwww idk he seems like a romantic person.” Other commenters noted that Johnson seemed less than thrilled with the rapper, with one writing alongside laughing emojis, “Her facial expressions are LOUD she is beautiful though!!”

The couple also had a baby shower in December of 2021, and a clip from the event led to rumors that the pair were engaged. The video from the baby shower shows the rapper “gifting” Johnson a ring, leading to speculation surrounding an engagement. After Johnson discovered she was pregnant in April of 2021, Kodak Black’s lawyer shared that the two were expecting a baby girl in September of that year. News of Kodak Black and Johnson’s pregnancy followed rumors that the rapper was also engaged to his ex Mellow Rackz in February of 2021. She uploaded a series of videos to Instagram with her then-partner, where he asks her to marry him. He’s seen holding a diamond ring in the video.

Read More: Kodak Black Announces New Album “Pistols & Pearls” For May 2023 Release

Kodak Black Pairs Up With Johnson

Kodak Black also recently announced his upcoming album, Pistols & Pearls. He confirmed the album’s release date on Instagram last week, and shared the LP’s cover art and track list. Pistols & Pearls is set to be released later this month, on May 26. “THANX to EVERYONE THATS BEEN ON THIS JOURNEY WITH ME LUVIN & THUGGIN ! I COULDNT FIND PEACE WITHOUT ALL THE VIOLENCE @atlanticrecords It’s Been Well !!! Nothing But Gratitude & The Utmost Respect,” he captioned the post.

The upcoming record will be the rapper’s sixth LP, following 2022’s Kutthroat Bill: Vol. 1. The news came after the artist teased the album in January, claiming that it would come out the next month. At the time, he told fans during an Instagram Live that he was, “Finna drop this album next month.” Pistols & Pearls will feature artists Loe Shimmy, VVSNCE, GorditoFlo, and more.

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Halle Bailey On Dating DDG: “I Have To Step Away From [Social Media] & Live In The Real World”

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Just like her character in The Little Mermaid, Halle Bailey prefers to live in the real world. In a recent interview ahead of the film’s premiere next week, the Atlanta-born artist spoke candidly about her relationship with DDG, and how constantly being bombarded with the opinions of strangers on social media can be troubling to her. Rather than doom-scroll through all the drama, Bailey prefers to log off and spend time focusing on the things in front of her.

“The biggest thing I’ve learned in dating when it comes to dating in the public eye, is that everybody’s gonna have an opinion about you, whether it’s good or bad” she reflected. “I’ve had this since I was younger. I think because I’ve grown up, kind of in the public eye, people think they have this sort of… I don’t know, that they can say what they feel about my life. Like they do with everyone in the public eye,” the 23-year-old further explained. “But I’ve realized, for me, I just go with my heart.”

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Halle Bailey Discusses DDG Relationship

The “Do It” hitmaker’s approach to life is to follow her heart, and “cherish what makes [her] happy.” One way that she’s able to do that and keep her mindset in a positive space is by taking breaks from being online. “It’s hard when you’re in the public eye because social media is also a part of your work, it’s a big part of what I do! I have to set healthy boundaries for myself, ‘cuz just like anyone, if you see all these people saying whatever they want about you, your life, what you choose to decide… That could take a toll on anyone, so I just have to choose to step aside and not look at any of that.”

“Just live in the real world,” the Disney starlet added. “That’s what makes me happy.” Do you ship Halle Bailey and DDG as a couple? Let us know in the comments, and tap back in with HNHH later for more music/pop culture news updates.

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Shy Glizzy Allegedly Threatened To Kill His Ex-Girlfriend

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Model Amaya Colon, ex-girlfriend of D.C. rapper Shy Glizzy, has made some serious claims about his behavior in her request for a restraining order. Colon alleges that Glizzy has been making threats against her and her family ever since their breakup. She told the judge Glizzy threatened to kill her, sending her a text saying, “Ima f*** ya life up.” According to Colon, the two of them started dating at the end of last year. She cites Glizzy’s “anger issues” as the reason for their April split. In court documents, Colon alleges that Glizzy followed her while she was driving in Los Angeles. She claims that after stopping at a red light, Glizzy approached her and began to bang on her car with a gun. After driving away, she says Glizzy continued following her, trying to run her off the road, and causing a collision.

He was arrested only weeks after their breakup for allegedly threatening the model. The arrest took place on May 13, when Colon claims Glizzy pulled a gun and made threats towards her on a public street in West Hollywood. The rapper reportedly “took off” after the incident, and police were able to track him down later that day. He was arrested on a felony charge of making criminal threats, and released after four hours on a bond of $50,000. Glizzy denied the charges, and police did not find a gun on him during the arrest. A video of the rapper’s detainment appeared online shortly after the incident. The video shows police surrounding Glizzy and his manager at gunpoint.

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Shy Glizzy’s Arrest

Shy Glizzy claimed that he’s innocent of all accusations made against him earlier this week on Instagram. He shared an Instagram Story where he says, “The accusations made against me are completely false.” He went on to claim, “I would never in my life pull a weapon or harm a female in any way so stop with the BS allegations!” The rapper then asked, “What is wrong with ppl?”

Earlier this year, OnlyFans creator Sky Bri appeared in an interview with No Jumper, where she accused Shy Glizzy of sexual misconduct. She claimed that during a music video shoot, Glizzy made her take an unknown pill. She also accused him of trying to force her to perform oral sex on him. His associate, Ant Glizzy, later responded to Bri’s claims in an Instagram Live. He said, “I told y’all he spikes [women’s drinks].” Adding, “He been doing this shit for 15 years on GQ. Like, any girl that ever drunk with the Glizzy Gang at a club or at a table, you was extra drunk. All you gotta do is ask him.”

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Kevin Gates Talks Splitting Finances, Calls Wealth “Of The Heart” His Priority

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Rapper Kevin Gates recently took to Instagram to share his thoughts surrounding splitting finances in relationships. In the Instagram Live hosted by Gates, a viewer asked to hear his thoughts on her “going 50/50 with [her] man.” Gates responded by sharing his personal experience, saying that he has been with a woman who was able to provide him with something money can’t buy.

The rapper begins, “I have been in a relationship where the woman provided me intangible wealth.” He elaborated, saying there “was no amount of money that could pay for” what she gave him. “[The woman] did everything to make [his life] peaceful and it motivated [him] and allowed [him] to focus and make more money,” Gates explained. About the relationship, he says “50/50 wasn’t half of the rent, but she provided a place of peace to me in order to reach my highest potential.” He cites, “different types of wealth,” saying he doesn’t “look at wealth as something that’s of the pocket.” The rapper claims he looks at it instead as “of the heart and of the mind.”

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Gates Puts Love Above Money

Following Gates’ story, a viewer commented, “Especially if she’s the mother of your kid.” He responded, “I’m gonna be honest with you, all my children’s mothers is good.” The rapper additionally discussed “hearing dudes talk about baby mama drama.” He says that it’s not something he personally deals with. “I dont have that problem,” the rapper shares. “I don’t have no bad relationships with none of my children’s mothers,” he revealed. Gates went on to say that, “They all love me and support me,” calling himself “very very blessed and fortunate.”

In April, Gates also shared in an interview that he prefers hunting for his own meat over buying it at the grocery store. He added that his love for hunting is also good for his mental health. “It takes pure focus. It’s almost like meditation,” the rapper shared. He added, “You got to be in sync with it.” Gates then went on to explain his appreciation and respect for the animals he hunts. “I know I’m not going to get instant results,” he shares. “I know I got to put work in… to cultivate it and develop it.”

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Finesse2tymes And His 3 Girlfriends Post Up Together: Photos

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Modern dating is messier than it ever has been in decades past, with more and more people leaning towards options like non-monogamy and polyamory. After his failed relationship with Erica Banks, that seems to be the move for Finesse2tymes, who revealed in a recent interview that he’s in a relationship with three different women. “I gotta have more than one woman,” he told Angela Yee on Lip Service a few weeks back. “I know that one of ’em, or two of ’em, they get along, I kinda just threw it at them. Like this is what it is,” the southern star further added of how his situation came to be.

While many social media users have made it clear that they don’t approve, Finesse continues to do him regardless. On Sunday (May 14), his Instagram feed lit up with a photo dump showing off the women in his life, along with some words of wisdom. “Chocolate, Caramel, or Red, long as she ’bout that bread,” the “How to Act” hitmaker wrote in his caption, making it clear that his type is a lady who knows a thing or two about making money moves.

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Finesse2tymes Shows Off the Women in His Life

The first image shows Finesse posing by himself in a grey and beige outfit, a white styrofoam cup in his hand. Immediately afterward he introduces us to his collection of curvaceous lovers, all three happily standing by their shared man for a series of snapshots. To end his post, the 30-year-old gave his followers a lesson on mastering “the art of timing.” “Never seem to be in a hurry,” the screenshot he shared begins.

“Hurrying betrays a lack of control over yourself, and over time. Always seem patient, as if you know that everything will come to you eventually. Become a detective of the right moment; sniff out the spirit of the times, the trends that will carry you to power. Learn to stand back when the time is not yet ripe, and to strike fiercely when it has reached fruition.” What are your thoughts on Finesse2tymes’ polyamorous relationship? Let us know in the comments, and tap back in with HNHH later for more pop culture/hip-hop news updates.

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