No matter how much Jennifer Lopez tries to stay out of drama, the fashionista seems to constantly be taking the blame for other people’s struggles. Most recently, the death of a TikToker, Kyle Marisa Roth, is being pinned on the New York native, and the story is interesting albeit sad. As Distractify reports, the content creator lost her life on April 15th after a battle with colon cancer. The official cause of death hasn’t yet come out, though social media is abuzz with allegations pointing fingers at Lopez.
On her TikTok page, Roth shared celebrity gossip content, sometimes posting about “Jenny from the Block.” According to past videos, JLo’s negative reaction to this had a direct impact on her income, particularly after Roth’s account was banned after she used footage from the multi-talent’s film about growing up in the Bronx, The Greatest Love Story Never Told. The late entertainer said that Lopez’s “narcissism single-handedly crushed her small business,” leaving her unable to download or save content that had amassed her billions of views. “JLo has cost me more than four figures of income just for March 2024,” Roth alleged after making a new account.
Losing out on money is hard for anyone, but with Roth’s health condition, it was incredibly detrimental. “If I die of colon cancer, it’s on her,” the blonde creative said online just a week before she passed away. Since Kyle’s death, her mom has shared a statement urging people to be more kind to others. “My message as her mother is TikTok, the toxicity, the mean-spiritedness of what Kyle has faced, what so many people have faced and try to deal with because of that toxic space. I just want people to live their lives with the brightness of Kyle and her beautiful soul and spirit.”
When Jennifer Lopez reconnected with her ex, Ben Affleck, the Hustlers actress likely didn’t expect another former lover, Sean “Diddy” Combs to also resurface in her life. While not in a romantic capacity, JLo’s past with the Bad Boy mogul is in the news once again as the FBI is reportedly considering looking into the infamous 1999 Shyne nightclub shooting. Read all about that at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.
OJ Simpson’s passing on Wednesday (April 10) is sad news, though not everyone agrees why. Some are mourning the loss of an incredible football player, while others are disappointed that we may never truly know whether he killed his ex-wife. Along with that mystery, there’s also the rumours of Simpson being the father of Khloe Kardashian, which are resurfacing online after his death. As you may recall, the gossip began spreading over a decade ago, after Kris Jenner spoke about cheating on her late ex-husband, Robert Kardashian. It’s since been addressed on the famous family’s KUWTK reality show, though not everyone is convinced the moment was authentic.
As Us Weekly notes, after separating from Jenner, the Kardashian patriarch married Jan Ashley before his 2003 death. In 2012, she claimed that Robert told her that Khloe (his and Kris’ third child) isn’t biologically his. “Khloe is not his kid — he told me that after we got married,” Ashley previously alleged. “He just kind of looked at me and said [it] like it was a matter of fact. He said, ‘Well, you know that Khloé’s not really a Kardashian, don’t you? And I said … ‘OK,’ and that was it.” Because the late lawyer worked on Simpson’s defense team, connections between him and Jenner quickly arose.
Kris Jenner Wanted to Clear up Paternity Rumours for Khloe Kardashian
However, the former NFLer has said that the 68-year-old wasn’t his type back in the day. “I always thought Kris was a cute girl. She was really nice, but I was dating supermodels,” he said on the Full Send podcast in 2022. When asked about the Good American founder allegedly being his daughter, Simpson added, “The rumour ain’t true. It’s not even anywhere close to being true.”
All the feuds taking place between our favourite rappers this spring has made social media a chaotic but entertaining environment. Now, OJ Simpson’s death is adding to the mix as reactions continue to pour in. Check out some standouts that we found on Twitter/X at the link below, and tap back in with HNHH later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.
We were shocked to hear about the death of football legend OJ Simpson, as were millions of others across the globe. The 76-year-old was quietly battling cancer before he ultimately succumbed to the illness, and we even saw him making occasional appearances on Cam’ron and Mase’s It Is What It Is podcast. Simpson’s family says that he passed on Wednesday, “surrounded by his children and grandchildren” while also asking for privacy and grace from the world.
Unfortunately, due to Simpson’s shameless antics after being acquitted of Nicole Brown Simpson’s murder, people are having a hard time letting him rest easy. So far, social media posts about the athlete’s death are mostly joking about him being “dragged” to hell by his alleged victims, or crossing paths with other troubling figures who already might be spending time with Satan.
OJ Simpson’s Death Leaves Football Fans and True Crime Enthusiasts Shocked
OJ Simpson poses for a photo in August 1992 in New York City, New York. (Photo by Catherine McGann/Getty Images)
Plenty of iconic moments from Saturday Night Live are circulating online amid news of Simpson’s death, as well as a scene from Shrek 2 poking fun at the former NFLer’s infamous car chase. As expected, many people are taking the opportunity to laugh at the tragedy, but there are still those giving Simpson his flowers for all that he contributed to football.
“Did OJ Simpson kill two people? Yes Is he the only man to ever run for 2,000 yards in a 14-game season? Also yes, and that’s what really matters,” one Twitter/X user joked. “RIP OJ Simpson. I’m glad he no longer has to live in fear,” another quipped alongside a TMZ screenshot explaining that the acquitted murderer was fearful of spending time in Los Angeles in case he ran into the killer. Keep scrolling to take in more social media reactions, and check back later for more music/pop culture news. RIP.
Never forget Tim Meadows as OJ Simpson writing “I did it” on the NFL telestrater (one of the best SNL opens). This was shortly after the verdict. pic.twitter.com/nFbbANsox4
When XXXTENTACION was killed, not only did he leave behind millions of fans to mourn, but the young star also said an untimely goodbye to his son. Gekyume Onfroy is now five years old, and though we don’t see much of him in the public eye, updates do surface every now and then to show us how X’s son is learning and growing without his father physically by his side. Sadly, the latest one is going viral thanks to a tactless reaction from one of the “Jocelyn Flores” artist’s killers.
The initial footage of young Onfroy is heartwarming, showing him leading another man through his house to show off photos of XXXTENTACION. “That’s my dad!” he excitedly says while showing off a framed image of the Florida native performing. “Do you wanna see another picture of my dad?” X’s song happily asks, leading the way toward another happy memory. “Have you showed me these before?” a voice behind the camera asks, suggesting Onfroy has a lot of pride in his father, even though they didn’t get to spend much time together.
When YMT Boatwright, one of the men responsible for taking X’s life, got hold of the video, he couldn’t resist reposting it on Instagram. Rather than feeling remorseful for his actions, it seems like the “” emojis he wrote alongside the video suggest he feels very proud to have left the young boy without a father.
XXXTENTACION’s 2018 death feels like it happened only yesterday. Even all this time later, new information regarding the tragedy continues to come out, such as this month’s autopsy report reveal. Not everyone was happy to see the details of their favourite rapper’s death be shared with the public, though some gained closure from a more clear understanding of what happened. Read all about that at the link below, and check back in with HNHH later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.
One of the hardest parts about being a hip-hop head is the number of casualties listeners witness in comparison to other genres of music. Gun violence has taken far too many talented lyricists before their time, and the same is true of drug overdoses. The latter is what caused DMX to pass away when he was only 50 years old on April 9, 2021. Though it’s now been three years since his departure, those closest to the multi-talent continue to celebrate him, particularly when the anniversary of his passing comes around.
As HipHopDX reports, in 2024 the crew at Ruff Ryders Entertainment are doing their part to remember DMX. On Tuesday afternoon they shared content from their trip to the fallen star’s gravesite in Yonkers’ Oakland Cemetery where they reflected on some of the New York native’s best moments. “Let’s give it to X because he stayed true to himself and he never sold out,” one person says in the video below.
“He kept it real till the casket dropped, y’know what I’m saying? You don’t get real cats like that, that represent from the beginning to the end,” they further praised the “Where The Hood At” hitmaker. In 2023, the same group of Ruff Ryders hosted a “Ryde Out” event to commemorate their friend, and we’re curious to see what other creative ways they’ll find to keep his torch lit going forward. Thankfully, X had a large family who can help them brainstorm ideas for years to come.
DMX may no longer be with us in body, but his spirit certainly lives on through his seventeen children. One of them, Exodus, recently took part in the “of course” TikTok trend, letting the world know just how similar he and his late father are. Check that wholesome moment out at the link below, and tap back in with HNHH later for more pop culture/music news updates.
Hip-hop has lost a foundational member. Keith Leblanc, the drummer who made his name on classic singles from the likes of Grandmaster Flash and the Sugarhill Gang, has passed away. Leblanc’s death was attributed to an undisclosed illness, according to his widow, Fran. He was 69 years old. Despite not being a household name, Leblanc’s career was lengthy, and his list of iconic collaborators was celebrated by his former label, On-U Sound. The label dubbed the drummer an “incredible” producer and “musical maverick” in a written statement.
Leblanc’s genre contributions cannot be overstated. He was the in-house drummer for Sugar Hill Records in the late 1970s, which led to group and solo innovations. He appeared on the Sugarhill Gang tracks “8th Wonder” and “Apache,” which were some of the earliest examples of hip-hop receiving mainstream attention. Leblanc’s playing style led to him drumming on hit recordings by Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, Kool Moe Dee & the Treacherous 3, and the Cash Crew. He also wrote and produced the 1983 single “No Sell Out” under the name Malcolm X. “No Sell Out” is one of the earliest instances of sample-based composing in popular music.
Keith Leblanc Wrote The Hip-Hop Classic “No Sell Out”
Leblanc continued to experiment as his career progressed. Once his time at Sugar Hill Records came to an end, the drummer joined the industrial band Tackhead. Tackhead never achieved mainstream success but their blending of dub and hip-hop music have since made them a cult band. However, Leblanc found tremendous success as a session musician during the 1990s. He drummed on the Nine Inch Nails album Pretty Hate Machine, as well as the Tina Turner release Wildest Dreams. He also recorded six albums as a member of the blues-rock outfit Little Axe.
Leblanc loved what he did, and took every opportunity he could to make it known. During a 2023 interview with Burning Ambulance, the drummer took a moment to reflect on all he had achieved, and how much fun he had along the way. “I got a chance to meet a lot of my heroes, and they never disappointed me, you know,” he stated. “I’m really glad — I’m fortunate to have been in the right place at the right time for most of my career.” Leblanc will get more of his deserved flowers in due time, as historian Jay Quan is working on a documentary about the drummer’s career.
MC Hammer is untouchable when it comes to one-hit wonders in hip-hop, and still holds a lot of cultural weight. As such, you may have noticed that rap Twitter recently went into a firestorm because #RIPHammer was trending on the social media platform. Fans thought that he had passed away, and a lot of them got that sentiment popularized and trending before seeing what the trend was actually about. Needless to say, the rapper is actually doing just fine, and his fans or folks with a lot of nostalgia have no reason to fret. Still, they should learn about the real reason why #RIPHammer was trending.
This is not due to MC Hammer, but rather to UFC fighter Mark Coleman’s dog, Hammer. Furthermore, Coleman saved his family, specifically his parents, from a devastating fire in their home, but their dog tragically passed away. As the story gained more traction online, folks tagged #RIPHammer, and it wasn’t a reference Tupac’s “loved and respected” friend. “Yall need to be more specific with these hashtags,” one fan expressed. “When I saw #RIPHammer trending I thought we loss one of music’s greatest.”
MC Hammer Fans Almost Start Mourning Due To Twitter Trend
I saw RIP Hammer trending and was relieved to find this was NOT in relation to @MCHammer. RIP to the dog named Hammer that died in a house fire tho. pic.twitter.com/GdWtENToaP
But MC Hammer isn’t really in the spotlight like that anymore, although there’s clearly still a lot of care and concern for his well-being and interest in his celebrity status. It’s also nabbed him a couple of new brand and partnership deals from which he can continue to profit and make a living. For example, the 61-year-old teamed up with Cheetos for a Super Bowl ad in 2020 celebrating 30 years since his smash hit, “U Can’t Touch This.” While the song definitely sounds dated at this point, it’s also quite remarkable how it continues to pop up in pop culture.
Nevertheless, did you fall for this Twitter trend’s confusion or is this all completely fresh news to you? What’s the last time a trending topic made you do a double take? However you may feel, drop your thoughts in the comments section down below. Also, as always, for more news on MC Hammer and the latest curious happenings in the rap world, stay posted on HNHH.
From portraying iconic figures like Jackie Robinson to bringing Marvel’s Black Panther to life, Chadwick Boseman’s talent was undeniable. His performances thrilled audiences worldwide, and his commitment to his craft ensured he left a memorable legacy despite his untimely passing. But what was the net worth of this dynamic actor in 2024 According to MovieMeter, it’s around $4 million US Dollars.
The Journey To $4 Million
The journey to $4 million wasn’t an overnight success story. Like many actors, Boseman paid his dues in more minor roles before landing more prominent parts. His breakout role came in 2013 when he played Jackie Robinson in the film 42. He then played James Brown in Get on Up and Thurgood Marshall in Marshall. These performances showcased Boseman’s versatility and talent, bringing him international recognition.
Boseman’s Earnings From Blockbuster Films
LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 08: Chadwick Boseman attends the European Premiere of ‘Black Panther’ at Eventim Apollo on February 8, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage)
Boseman’s net worth significantly boosted with his role as King T’Challa, the Black Panther, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). He first debuted as the character in Captain America: Civil War before starring in the Black Panther movie. The latter grossed over $1.3 billion worldwide, catapulting Boseman into global stardom and significantly contributing to his $4 million net worth. He reprised the role in two Avengers movies, further cementing his place in Hollywood and adding to his wealth.
Boseman’s Posthumous Earnings
SANTA MONICA, CA – JUNE 16: Actor Chadwick Boseman accepts the Best Performance in a Movie award for ‘Black Panther’ onstage during the 2018 MTV Movie And TV Awards at Barker Hangar on June 16, 2018 in Santa Monica, California. (Photo by Chris Polk/VMN18/Getty Images for MTV)
Boseman’s earnings did not stop with his untimely passing in 2020. Posthumous earnings from films like Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom and Da 5 Bloods continue to contribute to his net worth. Further, the continuing popularity of his Marvel films and the royalties from his film and television work keep adding to his estate.
The Importance Of Understanding Celebrity Net Worth
LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 08: Chadwick Boseman attends the European Premiere of Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” at the Eventim Apollo, Hammersmith on February 8, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for Disney)
While it’s easy to get caught up in the glamour of celebrity net worth, it’s essential to remember that these figures are more than just numbers. They represent the culmination of a celebrity’s hard work, talent, and dedication to their craft. In Boseman’s case, his $4 million net worth is a testament to his impactful performances and enduring legacy.
The Legacy Of Chadwick Boseman
More than his financial worth, Boseman’s value lies in his incredible talent and the legacy he left behind. He was more than just an actor; he was a role model and an inspiration to many. His powerful performances continue to resonate, and his portrayal of Black Panther has become a cultural icon. His impact on Hollywood and the world far exceeds any monetary value.
In conclusion, Chadwick Boseman’s net worth in 2024 is estimated to be around $4 million US Dollars. However, his unforgettable performances, commitment to his craft, and impact on audiences worldwide truly define his worth. Through his roles, he continues to inspire and will always be remembered as an actor who gave his all to his craft.
In 2023 we said goodbye to several music icons, including 96-year-old Harry Belafonte. The late recording artist was best known for “Day-O (The Banana Boat Song),” though he also contributed significantly to activist movements around the globe. His work was sampled on several occasions in popular hip-hop releases, and he continues to be recognized as one of the few Black creatives to achieve EGOT status. When it came time for the annual Grammy Awards this month, many expected to see the show pay tribute to Belafonte for all his contributions. Unfortunately for them, Belafonte only briefly came up during the “In Memoriam” segment but failed to give any further acknowledgment as we saw other artists receive.
“Love @itstonybennett Love @tinaturner Love @sinadeocconor. Why the @recordingacademy [chose] not to do a special tribute to you I will #never understand!” the legend’s daughter, Gina Belafonte wrote on Facebook earlier this week. “Here is my Grammy tribute to you dad! So many winners you’ve mentored! So many winners you shared your stage with. You are the winner @theharrybelafonte and we are better because of your contribution!” she continued, giving her late father his well-deserved flowers.
“Belafonte’s career breakthrough album Calypso (1956) was the first million-selling LP by a single artist,” Gina reminded readers online. As AllHipHop notes, another of Harry’s daughters, Shari Belafonte, aired her grievances with the Grammys too. “While no doubt, Tony Bennett and Tina Turner were special indeed, Harry contributed far more to society and the music industry than those two put together, in my humble opinion. The Grammys missed a major moment.”
Harry Belafonte isn’t the only celebrity who seemingly got snubbed by the Grammy Awards. SZA’s fanbase was outraged after the TDE signee missed out on taking home Album of the Year, but for her part, she’s taking the loss with grace. “Only way from up is higher,” she declared following the ceremony. Read more about that at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.
Though Juice WRLD is a name you might associate with melodies, that’s only a fraction of his songwriting and emotive talent. For example, watch any of his viral freestyles — such as an hour-long Tim Westwood juggernaut -– and you’ll see his penchant for sharp flows, wordplay, rhyme schemes, and charming references. But the Chicago native’s just as potent when pulling together a song concept or emotive focus, even when most of it’s still off the dome.
With that in mind, we compiled seven of his best verses across his solo catalog (features and freestyle lists may come further down the pipeline). To varying degrees, they represent the “Robbery” hitmaker’s honest, vulnerable, and nuanced portrayals of love, mental health struggles, addiction, and above all, a willingness to be a beacon of hope for those battling the same demons he faced.
Furthermore, Juice WRLD has so many great verses that missed the cut (“Lean Wit Me,” “Conversations,” “10 Feet,” and more were so close), but we want to highlight “Burn” and its second verse in particular. It’s based on a real-life experience in which his girlfriend Ally Lotti woke him up from a troubled dream. Apparently, the 999 leader told her that he never woke up from it. That aside, to determine this list, we looked at the late legend’s versatility, performance (flows, bars, etc.), emotional potency, and how concisely they represent his artistry.
“The Light” (Verse 1)
One of Juice WRLD’s most recent tracks became one of his most loving, committed, and comforting. It’s dedicated to Ally Lotti, and over bright guitars and a poppy drum beat, he speaks on how she’s been the one to ground him away from his battles. Sure, Juice acknowledges their path wasn’t perfect, yet despite these bumps, he expresses more assurance, loyalty, and care because of them. “I owe fines, the devil say I owe him for life / But I could feel it, I got God on my side / Remember when He sent you to me that night” and “Wouldn’t be real love without rough nights / Can’t feel these drugs, but I feel your eyes” are particularly powerful lines. Even though his work is typically perceived as more melancholy than most, “The Light” is… well, the title says it all.
How could we leave off the song that got most of us into this singular artistry? The metaphor of lucid dreaming on this cut’s sole verse became such a succinct representation of this track’s themes of heartbreak, 20/20 hindsight, and not wanting to let go of someone despite their toxicity. Across multiple flows and a dynamic vocal performance, Juice WRLD bluntly, but powerfully, wears his heart on his sleeve, which may be his most special and resonant quality as a musician. “I take prescriptions to make me feel a-okay / I know it’s all in my head” and “I didn’t want it to end / I watch it blow in the wind / I should’ve listened to my friends / Leave this s**t in the past, but I want it to last” crystallize his processing of these troubles, and it helped make “Lucid Dreams” one of the 2010s’ catchiest verses.
“Empty” (Verse 2)
This is another heavily melodic offering from Juice WRLD, but that patient pace and clarity make his second verse on “Empty” all the more powerful. Out of his entire catalog, he dedicated this record the most overtly to his fanbase and those he tried to help. Of course, lines like “I ain’t suicidal / Only thing suicide is suicide doors / Fight for survival,” plus “Yeah, I was put here to lead the lost souls / Exhale depression as the wind blows” sum this up pretty well. In that last line in particular, Juice suggests the expulsion of his aches will dissipate them. He always sought that freedom, and from its second verse’s top to its bottom, this cut inspires others to follow suit.
While this is by no means the most important or emotionally potent verse in Juice WRLD’s catalog, this recent verse is easily one of his most fun to listen to. Not only do his rhyme schemes, wordplay, narrations, and charismatically cheeky lines put a smile on your face, but his chemistry with Cordae is something to behold here. Meanwhile, it’s impossible to convey all the great bars here. “I smoke ten J’s with two h*es that go both ways / Funny how two plus two equals foreplay,” “This isn’t mumble, it’s murder rap / Type of s**t your grandma understand with her old a**,” “The hair trigger Brazilian, you would get your whole hood waxed,” “Beef with anybody, even if you vegetarian / My flow on ebola, your flow just need Claritin“… and so many more. This song is a Juice-loving hip-hop head’s dream.
“Rich And Blind” (Verse 1)
Juice WRLD dedicated this song to XXXTENTACION and Lil Peep, who sadly passed away due to violence and drug use, respectively. This track– and “Legends,” too– see him reckon with these losses and ponder his own mortality. “I know I have a purpose, but I don’t see the purpose / They tell me the death of me gon’ be the Perkys / I know they laced pills, I bought them on purpose” and “I promise y’all I’m finna touch the world, yeah, I’ma touch the Earth / But hold on, your girl on my line, I think I may just f**k her first / Yeah, gotta have some crude humor/ Just to keep a good vibe going, keep the song grooving” are particular heartbreakers. “Rich And Blind” aged tragically, but few tribute tracks in the 2010s were as gut-wrenching and hauntingly self-aware.
When Juice WRLD ends this song with the line “Who am I to say that this ain’t one of my best verses?“, we truly believe him. From a pure flow and rhyme scheme perspective, this is one of his most impressive while retaining what makes his craft universally beloved. Juice tells his come-up story and delivers one of the most recovery-focused and confident pen performances of his entire career so early on. “Oxycodone got me sewed up, gotta remain focused / And these groupie h*es bogus, everybody knows it / But they turn me to a poet with the love commotion” and “[My momma] sent me Bible verses / Then I got distracted by some nudes from a sex worker / Who am I to not text back? That’s networking / Who am I to lie about my life? I know the truth hurts” cut like a knife.
“Juice WRLD Speaks 2”
Finally, “Juice WRLD Speaks 2,” one of his most recent and unique tracks, sums up what makes him so captivating. Jarad Anthony Higgins tackles his haters, his origin story, fake rappers, his substance abuse, his artistic mission, and so much more here, with a measured flow that no other song of his showcases and a drumless, somber, but peaceful instrumental. However, sharp lines still crack through: “Bunch of these n***as is my sons / I apologize to ’em ’cause I been a bad parent,” “I got a way with words, like I’m running with a phonics book / In school I didn’t do the homework but I still got the subjects / Money ain’t the object, money is the objective, gotta admit that,” and plenty more.
Most importantly, Juice WRLD takes accountability for his commitment to making others’ lives better. He even calls on his hip-hop peers to do the same, all with a focus and calmness that he rarely exhibits so tenderly. No matter what pulls you into Juice’s world, this lone, long verse has something for you to resonate with. It’s a powerful moment that arrived a couple of years after its recording, and that will offer solace to listeners for many more to come. LLJW.
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