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Jack Harlow Recalls Working With Lance Reddick On “White Men Can’t Jump”

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The untimely passing of beloved actor Lance Reddick has been one of the most painful stories in pop culture this year. However, his esteemed legacy and power as an actor will continue to live on not just through his work, but through his family and collaborators. Moreover, Jack Harlow recently recalled The Wire star’s grace on set while at the premiere of their film White Men Can’t Jump. Furthermore, The Hollywood Reporter asked the Louisville rapper about his time with Reddick, and he had some kind words for his late costar. Although Harlow said he didn’t spend much time with him due to scheduling, he called him “an absolute pleasure” to work with.

“I got about two days on set with Lance,” Jack Harlow told the outlet at the film’s premiere on Friday (May 12). “I’m so glad you brought the legend up. Rest in peace to Lance.” The remake of White Men Can’t Jump (originally released in 1992) marks one of Lance Reddick’s final projects he worked on before his loss at age 60. In addition to him and the “They Don’t Love It” MC, Vince Staples, Teyana Taylor, and Laura Harrier also star in the movie. For those who want to check it out, it will appear on Hulu for streaming on May 19.

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Jack Harlow & Lance Reddick In White Men Can’t Jump: Watch The Trailer

After Lance Reddick passed, many fans and celebrities offered their condolences and remembered him with a lot of love. Unfortunately, the tragic news also came with seemingly false reports on his cause of death. While reports emerged citing his cause of death as heart disease, his family members fought back against those claims. No matter the truth behind it, his wife Stephanie issues a heartfelt message following the outpouring of grief and support.

“Lance was taken from us far too soon,” she wrote, linking to a charity to help under-supported mothers caring for sick or pre-term babies in his hometown of Baltimore. “Thank you for all your overwhelming love, support and beautiful stories shared on these platforms over the last day. I see your messages and can’t begin to express how grateful I am to have them. And to the thousands of Destiny players who played in special tribute to Lance, thank you. Lance loved you as much as he loved the game.” For more news on Jack Harlow, Lance Reddick, or notable tributes to the actor’s legacy, stick around on HNHH. RIP.

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Coolio’s Longtime Manager Takes Over His Estate With No Will In Sight

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After no will was found, the fate of Coolio’s earthly possessions hung in the balance after his untimely passing. However, reports indicate that the court appointed control of his estate to his longtime manager Jarel “Jarez” Posey. According to RadarOnline, a Las Vegas judge approved of Posey’s petition of access to the “Gangsta’s Paradise” MC’s assets. More specifically, the court appointed him as a special administrator, meaning that they now tasked him with collecting residuals and taking charge of the estate’s financial matters.

In Posey’s petition, he took note of the fact that the estate was divided between his children due to lack of a will. However, he wanted to obtain appointment as executor to avoid “waste and/or loss of the personal property of [Coolio]. Specifically, the estate is believed to include personal property and demand deposit accounts, financial accounts, insurance policies and royalties, all of which need to be marshaled and protected on behalf of the estate.” In his opinion, the court must allow him to “access monies from Decedent’s personal property and accounts and the same shall be placed in the attorney’s IOLTA Trust Account until further ordered by the Court.”

Coolio’s Estate Entrusted With His Longtime Manager

Rapper Coolio in October, 2000 in El Segundo, California. (Photo by Gregory Bojorquez/Getty Images)

According to the court documents in question, authorities approved all of Posey’s requests. With his proximity to Coolio in mind, the decision to entrust the estate with him is understandable. Despite that, questions arose when it comes to what his children will receive. Furthermore, it was Posey who told TMZ of the coroner’s report concerning the California rapper’s tragic loss. According to the medical official, he had a mixture of fentanyl, methamphetamines, and heroin in his system. Additional reports concerning the circumstances of his passing only make it that much more somber.

Still, Coolio’s legacy will live on far beyond his death, whether through his loved ones or his music. In fact, following his first posthumous release, fans are anticipating his posthumous album, LONG LIVE COOLIO. Reportedly, features on the full-length project include Treach of Naughty By Nature, Too $hort, and others. With that in mind, return to HNHH for the latest news and updates on Coolio.

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Young Dolph Murder Suspect Gets New Lawyer Mid-Trial

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The man accused of putting out a hit out on Young Dolph is reportedly getting a new lawyer in the middle of his trial. Moreover, AllHipHop reports that Hernandez Govan showed up to court without his lawyer William Massey and therefore without representation, according to WREG. Furthermore, Masey represented Govan for almost half a year before this incident seemed to throw a wrench into things. Lee Coffee, the presiding judge, stated that his absence suggested “that some sort of conflict had arisen.  I don’t know the nature of it.” Still, it seems like the court found a quick, albeit imperfect solution.

After this occurred in the trial of Young Dolph’s murder, the court appointed attorney Manny Arora to represent Govan. However, he was not in the courtroom given that he is licensed to work in Tennessee, not where the case is located. To sidestep this, local lawyer Handel Durham Jr. will take over in-person counsel. Meanwhile, prosecutors said the new team will have to “get up to speed” to not delay or obstruct the case any further. Also, prosecutor Paul Hagerman added that “he may already be up to speed and he has all of the discovery.”

Young Dolph Murder Suspect’s Lawyer Seemingly Abandons Him

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 9: Young Dolph onstage during day 1 of 2021 ONE Musicfest at Centennial Olympic Park on October 9, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage/Getty Images)

To elaborate, Govan allegedly hired Justin Johnson and Cornelius Smith to target Young Dolph, and now faces conspiracy charges for first-degree murder. Unfortunately, law enforcement either doesn’t know or hasn’t revealed the motivation for the tragic attack. Aside from the trial, the hip-hop world and the community at large continue to honor the Memphis MC and preserve his legacy. For example, a pop-up museum commemorating his memory recently hit various U.S. cities.

Also, Key Glock recently reflected on signing with the “100 Shots” rapper in an Esquire interview. “It really just happened out of the blue,” he remarked “It wasn’t even a plan. I got into some trouble. I got incarcerated. And then close to the time for me to come home, my auntie was married to Young Dolph’s uncle. She told him, ‘You know, Key doing his thing… He just reached out to me and it went from there. They always let me do me, let me be me. No matter what it was. Music or just everything in life. From my first song, I just had so much confidence in myself. I don’t know if they were gassing me up or not, but to me, I was like, ‘Oh yeah, this song hard.’” For the latest on Young Dolph, stay posted on HNHH.

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Nipsey Hussle’s Estate Beats $5 Million Lawsuit

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Nipsey Hussle’s estate previously faced a lawsuit from Los Angeles-based singer Tasleema Yasin. Moreover, she claimed to be an uncredited co-author on the late MC’s single “Hussle & Motivate,” and had collaborated with Nip on multiple occasions before his death. In said lawsuit, Yasin maintained that she wrote a “prominent vocal phrase” and worked on the Victory Lap cut’s chorus and countermelody. However, legal documents obtained by AllHipHop indicate that a judge dismissed said $5 million suit. From what these suggest, Yasin failed to prosecute within a given timeframe and lost the opportunity to reach a settlement.

Furthermore, reports show that the singer sought an unspecified amount of cash at first, waiting on accounting details from Nipsey Hussle’s label. According to these legal docs, the rapper’s legal team offered an initial settlement of $100,000 to Yasin. In addition, they packaged in a ten percent share of the master royalties from “Hussle & Motivate” plus three other cuts. However, when she alleged they didn’t honor these terms, she sought damages of $7.5 million and later offered to settle for $5 million.

Nipsey Hussle’s Estate Beats “Hussle & Motivate” Lawsuit

After this development, the judge required Yasin to serve the summons and complaint via a court order. To elaborate, she had 90 days after she filed the complaint to properly prosecute Nipsey Hussle’s team. Despite that precedent, Yasin reportedly failed to do so and did not respond to the order. As such, she could not show cause in writing by the April 4 deadline. Unfortunately for Yasin, the judge dismissed the case due to a lack of prosecution earlier this week, ending this legal battle for the rapper’s family and estate.

While it proved to be an unfortunate and complicated situation, at least it’s something that won’t bother Nip’s surviving colleagues any longer. Also, this comes just a couple of weeks after millions around the world remembered his tragic loss on the fourth anniversary of his death. His partner Lauren London shared some touching words on Instagram to commemorate the occasion and give life to Nipsey’s legacy. For more on Nipsey Hussle and his incredible impact and influence long after he’s gone, check back in with HNHH.

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Juice WRLD Hits 30 Billion Streams On Spotify Alone

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Juice WRLD just hit another huge milestone in his career, even years after his tragic passing. Moreover, it was recently revealed that the Chicago star recently surpassed 30 billion streams on Spotify alone across all credits. With that in mind, and not even considering his streams on platforms like Apple Music and YouTube, he stands as one of the most streamed artists of all time. Recently, close friend and collaborator Cole Bennet celebrated another achievement in each of their careers. Via Instagram, he revealed that the first Juice video he ever shot recently reached 300 million views on YouTube.

Said example is just one of many where you can see the 21-year-old’s legacy and impact continue to manifest. Another takes a much more personal and somber tone, and it comes from Polo G. Furthermore, the fellow Chicago MC expressed that he stopped taking Percocet because of Juice WRLD passing away far too soon. ““It made me look at a lot of s**t differently,” Polo stated. “That made me stop popping Percocets altogether, though. ‘Cause I know he wouldn’t want me on that s**t.”

Juice WRLD Achieves Massive Spotify Streams Milestone

Not only that, but the “Pop Out” artist’s decision even influenced his own father to follow in his footsteps. “Being able to see that and say, ‘Damn, my son can get it together’ — I need to [as well],” Taurus Bartlett Sr. said. Despite his deafening absence, fans still get plenty of music from Juice WRLD often thanks to his estate releasing posthumous tracks. While this practice isn’t favored by many out there, it at least gives fans some sense of what could’ve been. Moreover, the most recent offering from Juice comes from his recently released single, “The Light.“

However, those posthumous releases often come with baggage- and sometimes, they’re not treated with due respect. For example, fans expressed outrage when Juice’s name was removed from the cover art of a posthumous The Kid LAROI collab. “I had NOTHING to do with this & had no idea it was even a thing until now,” LAROI tweeted to clarify. “I’ve hit the label and asked them to change it back. I’m sorry & genuinely have no clue why [they changed it] without my permission. I would never approve of that. EVER.” Regardless of that unfortunate development, let us know your favorite album or songs from the late legend down below. Also, log back into HNHH for the latest news and updates on Juice WRLD.

Coolio Had Three Bags Of Drugs With Him When He Passed

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The tragic loss of Coolio shocked the hip-hop world and beyond, and now new details emerged surrounding its circumstances. Moreover, the coroner recently reported that the rapper died from a fentanyl overdose, and was also found with traces of heroin and methamphetamines in his system. Not only that, but police reportedly discovered three bags of drugs and paraphernalia at the scene, according to documents obtained by Page Six. Said bags were confirmed to belong to the “Fantastic Voyage” MC, from what authorities stated. Also, they gathered “a baggy with a brown powdery substance, foil with burn residue, a straw/tube, saline solution, [and] a spoon with residue.”

Furthermore, officials also found over-the-counter CBD products and vitamins at the scene, which was at a friend’s house in Los Angeles. In addition, these discoveries counter initial reports that no illicit substances were found at the time. Another important element is Coolio’s battle with asthma and long-term smoking, which exacerbated the overdose. Given his massive impact and multi-hyphenate entertainment work, many expressed heartbreak over his loss. Whether from the rap community or other industries, people paid their respects to his memory.

More Details Emerge About The Tragic Death Of Coolio

“We are saddened by the loss of our dear friend and client, Coolio, who passed away Wednesday afternoon,” his talent manager Sheila Finegan stated. “He touched the world with the gift of his talent and will be missed profoundly. Please have Coolio’s loved ones in your thoughts and prayers.” As such, Michelle Pfeiffer shared her tribute to him on social media. “Heartbroken to hear of the passing of the gifted artist @coolio,” she wrote on Instagram. “A life cut entirely too short. I remember him being nothing but gracious. 30 years later I still get chills when I hear the song. Sending love and light to his family.”

“This is sad news,” Ice Cube tweeted shortly after his passing. “I witness first hand this man’s grind to the top of the industry. Rest In Peace.” Whether it was from the old guard or new, many vowed to keep his memory alive and to honor his legacy. Share your favorite music from him in the comments and log back into HNHH for the latest on Coolio.

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Coolio Died From Fentanyl, Coroner Reveals

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A coroner recently revealed that the late great Coolio passed away from a substance that has taken far too many lives, both in entertainment and communities at large. Moreover, a spokesperson for the rapper’s family, Jarel “Jarez” Posey, told TMZ that they just learned of Coolio’s official cause of death. Furthermore, the coroner told his loved ones that he died of fentanyl, and also had methamphetamines and heroin in his system at the time of death. Investigators also concluded that the 59-year-old’s severe asthma and decades of cigarette smoking also caused his inability to fight back the effects of fatal drug use.

In addition, Jarez remarked that his seven children will continue to celebrate his legacy and do right by his name. What’s more is that they seemed to express to the public how important it is for audiences to know how much they loved him, and how much that was reciprocated. Not only was he a dominant presence on stage, but a positive force on his family. Though he died without a will, these individuals are his “probable beneficiaries” according to reports.

Coolio’s Cause Of Death Revealed, His Legacy Lives On

NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 10: Rapper Coolio poses for a portrait at the SiriusXM Studios on September 10, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Kris Connor/Getty Images)

The hip-hop world shed a collective tear when news broke of his loss, whether from fellow veterans or a newer generation. In fact, the “Gangsta’s Paradise” MC’s influence ranged so widely that his colleagues in the acting space also fondly remembered his legacy. For example, Michelle Pfeiffer, Martin Lawrence, and Melissa Joan Hart were among other entertainment titans to pay their respects. When it came to the rappers he influenced, collaborated with, or was inspired by, many of them took to social media and beyond and gave their tributes. These include Snoop Dogg, Flavor Flav, Killer Mike, LL Cool J, Ice-T, Ice Cube, Denzel Curry, Questlove, and many more.

What was perhaps most heartbreaking about messages from fellow MCs was how they remarked that they had a conversation with him just days before, or that they were looking forward to performing alongside him soon. Since his passing, the release of posthumous music points toward his legacy preserving in the public eye. Even if we never hear another new Coolio song, he set his impact in stone for generations to come. Let us know your favorite Coolio memories in the comments and return to HNHH for the latest on the late MC.

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Man Who Sold Michael K. Williams Laced Heroin Pleads Guilty

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One of four individuals charged in connection to Michael K. Williams’ tragic passing pleaded guilty to the charges. Moreover, Irvin Cartagena admitted to selling the acclaimed actor a fatal dose of fentanyl-laced heroin in 2021, thus pleading guilty to narcotics conspiracy resulting in death. However, according to reports from The New York Times, Cartagena (also known as “Green Eyes”) took a guilty plea with a lesser sentence of 24 to 30 years behind bars. “I knew my actions were wrong and against the law,” Cartagena remarked through his Spanish interpreter to Judge Ronnie Abrams. “I am very sorry for my actions.”

Furthermore, the remaining three individuals charged in this case (Luis Cruz, Carlos Macci, and Hector Robles) face similar charges of selling fentanyl-laced narcotics as part of a drug operation. Allegedly, they sold drugs out of an apartment in the Brooklyn borough, the neighborhood where Williams was found dead in his apartment on September 6th, 2021. On one hand, authorities will examine Macci in July after he pleaded guilty to a narcotics conspiracy charge. On the other, both Cruz and Robles pleaded not guilty to these crimes.

Michael K. Williams’ Dealer Pleads Guilty

NEW YORK, NY – OCTOBER 04: Actor Michael K. Williams attends “The Hate U Give” New York Screening at the Paris Theatre on October 4, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Mark Sagliocco/WireImage)

Not only that, but the charges against these individuals line up with what medical officials ruled concerning the 54-year-old’s untimely loss. Moreover, a medical examiner found that a fatal mixture of fentanyl, para-fluorofentanyl, cocaine, and heroin took his life. When authorities discovered his body, they also found drug paraphernalia and glassine bags with the tag, “AAA Insurance.” The Wire star’s tragic passing impacted millions of fans, his closest industry colleagues, and his family members in a cutting way. The actor’s nephew, Dominic Dupont, told The New York Times that Cartagena’s plea represents some form of closure, but not true reckoning.

“The reality is there are no winners here,” they expressed to the publication. “Michael was an amazing human being and to lose him is something that we’re still grappling with. The grieving process continues for myself and for my family.” Through his incredible work, his friends’ remembrance, and especially his family’s internal support, generations to come will know how much talent the entertainment world lost when he passed, and how he impacted his closest loved ones. Come back to HNHH for more updates on this story and share your favorite Michael K. Williams memories in the comments.

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Marlon Wayans Shares Tribute After Father Howell Wayans Passes Away

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Howell Wayans, the patriarch of the Wayans family, passed away at age 86, and the pop culture world is mourning his loss. Moreover, a touching tribute emerged on Instagram courtesy of his son, actor and comedian Marlon Wayans. Although these grapples with grief are always hard to work through, Marlon posted a beautiful message in honor of his father. Furthermore, many fans sent their love in the comments and expressed their heartbreak and reflective state after reading his words. With his post, the New York native gave a heartwarming and highly personal account of who his father is, and what he means in his life.

“Legend,” he began his caption simply, posting a picture of him beside Howell as his father kisses him on the forehead. “When i was a child I asked my Dad ‘what did you want to be when grew up?’ He simply said ‘I wanted to be a man.’ I said ‘not a lawyer? A doctor? An actor?’ He said ‘just a man.’ I said ‘but every boy becomes a man.’ Dad said ‘Not true.’ I asked ‘then what’s a man?’ My Dad said ‘A man takes care of himself and his responsibilities. His family is always FIRST.‘ From that day on I wanted to be a MAN.

Marlon Wayans Honors His Father Howell In Tribute Post After His Passing

“Thank you Pop for being an example of a Man to all your boys,” he continued. “I pray all young black boys can grow up to be a Man like you. Baby boy loves you. And if ever i need you i know exactly where to find you… in my Bible that now sits by bed. Rest well. Kiss Ma for me. Tell her her babies miss her. I got two angels. I feel y’all lifting me already. If there’s a heaven i know you sitting in VIP sippin’ the best wine jesus can make…

Meanwhile, the Wayans family will reflect on these themes of fatherhood and the bond with a son in other ways. For example, Damon Wayans Sr. and Jr. worked on a comedy pilot recently, centered around a father-son relationship. Given the pain such a loss brings about, surely they will honor the patriarch’s legacy and the lessons he left behind, in ways big and small. Stay logged into HNHH for more updates on Howell Wayans, Marlon Wayans, and the rest of the Wayans family.
Rest In Peace Howell Wayans.

Young Thug’s Sister Angela Grier Passes Away: Report

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According to some Instagram posts from members of Young Thug’s family, his older sister Angela Grier tragically passed away recently. Moreover, initial reports based themselves on Thug’s sister Dolly White’s Instagram page, where she reposted a picture of Grier previously shared by Lil Keed’s mother. Furthermore, White captioned her picture with multiple heart-broken emojis and a crying face, and also shared some tender clips to her Instagram story. For example, she included a video of people lifting balloons into the air in honor of her. As of writing this article, details concerning her untimely loss are scarce and mostly unknown.

While Grier hasn’t been as frequent in the headlines as some of the YSL rapper’s other family members, she was one of many who continued to support and look out for him throughout his career and especially now during his legal woes. Such news is even harder to stomach considering the “Best Friend” MC is currently behind bars. According to many reports online, Grier had just visited Thugger in jail. While his family said that he’s keeping his head up amid the process, this must be a tough and difficult time for them all.

RIP Young Thug’s Sister Angela Grier

Still, her memory will live on through her loved ones as they continue to display unity and a determination to look positively towards the future. Recently, Dolly White gave fans an update on Young Thug’s outlook, sharing a picture of him flexing his prison gains via a video call. Even though these updates aren’t as consequential as ones from court, they uplift fans and give them another side to view the case from. There’s not just an accused gang leader on trial with other codefendants, but also a friend, loved one, brother, father, and positive soul. Many videos emerged of Thug looking defeated in court, but just as many spread of his positive attitude through it all in the trial room.

Meanwhile, his true culpability and accountability for accused crimes remains to be seen. However, the family maintains that he will return home soon, and have consistently advocated for justice in this case. Hopefully, Thugger can see his family soon and they can all heal following this tragic loss. For more updates on Young Thug and his trial, stick around on HNHH.
Rest In Peace Angela Grier.

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