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FBG Duck’s Mom Reveals “Teezy” Shared Her Son’s Location Prior To His Murder

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Earlier this year, FBG Duck’s mom shocked the late rapper’s fans with the announcement of her OnlyFans page. We don’t have any updates on that at this time. However, she did return to social media earlier this week to provide some insight on the status of her son’s murder investigation. As you may recall, the rising artist was shopping in Chicago’s Gold Coast district in August 2020 when he was shot and killed. Witnesses at the scene report that two cars pulled up. Four men then emerged and began firing at him before fleeing the scene. Duck survived the trip to Northwestern Memorial Hospital, though he was later pronounced dead due to his injuries.

As XXL notes, five men were arrested in connection with the “Slide” hitmaker’s murder back in October 2021. Charles “C Murda” Liggins, Kenneth “Kenny” Roberson, Tacarlos “Los” Offerd, Christopher “C-Thang” Thomas, and Marcus “Muwop” Smart are their names. Upon being taken into custody, they were charged with murder in aid of racketeering and federal firearm violations and assaults in aid of racketeering. In addition to their crimes, all the men are allegedly members of Chi-town’s O-Block street gang. In her latest update, Duck’s mom claims that she knows who revealed her boy’s location to his ops, resulting in his untimely death.

FBG Duck’s Mom Updates Fans on Her Son’s Murder Investigation

“They just told me I could tell y’all,” she informed viewers in a recent social media post. “His name is Ralph Turpin, also known as Teezy, THF Teezy. He was the one that saw my baby downtown from across the street. He told them motherf*ckers knowing they had a $100K bounty on my son’s head.” After battling through a moment of obvious emotion, Duck’s mom shrugged and said, “That’s what it is.”

For his part, Turpin is facing one count of committing murder in aid of racketeering, as well as one count of conspiracy to commit murder in aid of racketeering. He remains in custody at this time and is expected to be back in court on April 23 for his next hearing. Check out FBG Duck’s mother‘s update above, and tap back in later for more hip-hop news.

33-Year-Old Ralph Turpin Charged

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Aaron Carter’s Home Listed For Sale Months After His Tragic Death

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When he first purchased his beautiful Lancaster residence back in 2019, Aaron Carter shared an uplifting message with fans on Twitter. “I finally own my first home in California,” he wrote at the time. “I have a place to call my own. Worked very diligently and consecutively on myself, mind, body, and soul, and kept out of trouble. I get to do what I love every day thanks to everyone who believed in me at this point in my life.” Of course, the former child star has since lost his life. On Tuesday (April 4), TMZ announced that his house is now listed for sale.

The outlet notes that the bathroom where Carter was tragically found dead last year is undergoing renovations. Christine M. Limpus of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is overseeing the listing, which she says measures an astounding 4,131 square feet. The seven-bedroom, four-bathroom property has been priced at just under $850K. This is a significant increase from the $779K price tag that the embattled artist had put on the market just one month before his death.

Virtually Tour Aaron Carter’s California Home

Money made from the home’s sale will reportedly go to Carter’s estate. Namely, the funds will arrive in a trust for his 1-year-old son, Prince. Limpus says she’s already shown the residence to five prospective buyers since re-listing it. The real estate agent is under the impression “it’ll go into escrow very soon for the asking price.” When the Florida-born entertainer first purchased the place, he spent $430K. Some significant adjustments and improvements came along the way, including a bigger pool and extra bedrooms.

While his family is getting rid of Aaron Carter’s home, that doesn’t mean they’re giving up on the late “I Want Candy” singer. Just last month, his mother publicly released photos from the scene of her son’s death, asserting that he didn’t pass away by drowning. “I want to share these death scene photos with you all because the coroner wrote it off as an accidental drug overdose, she wrote at the time. Read everything that Jane Carter had to say about the tragic situation here, and check back later for more pop culture news updates.

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Young Thug Let Out Of Jail To Attend Angela Grier’s Funeral: Report

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Since he was unexpectedly arrested on May 9, 2022, Young Thug has been through one of the most gruelling years of his life. He’s given up his lavish rapper lifestyle for a prison cell that affords him none of his past luxuries. Additionally, he’s lost some of those closest to him. There’s his seemingly tarnished friendship with Gunna. This follows the DS4EVER hitmaker’s decision to take an Alford plea in their RICO case. Elsewhere, he’s been challenged with the death of close friends and family members.

Days after Thugger was placed behind bars, on May 13, a YSL artist who luckily wasn’t caught up in the investigation, Lil Keed, tragically lost his life. The “Freak” artist was just 24 years old at the time, and his death was reportedly a result of eosinophilia. The late recording artist’s brother, Lil Gotit, previously detailed his attempt to help the late star by rushing him to the hospital. Unfortunately, nothing could be done to save Keed. Now, Young Thug is facing more tragic news in the form of his older sister, Angela Grier’s sudden death.

Thugger Mourns His Older Sister

The announcement came via Dolly White, another of the incarcerated artist’s siblings, at the end of March. At this time, the details surrounding Grier’s death remain unknown. Nevertheless, new reports claim that her brother was allegedly granted a temporary release from jail in order to attend her funeral. No photos from the event have surfaced online. However, a tweet circulating alleges that “They let lil Jeff come see his sister🥰” as the YSL head continues to await his highly anticipated trial.

Word of Young Thug’s reported release – even if only temporary – left many fans feeling happy for the 31-year-old. “Awwww I was hoping they would,” one Twitter user wrote in response to the initial post. “Lol yes they did. N*gga had on a suit and Air Force 1’s,” the same account noted. The simple but effective description provides fans with a mental visual of what the So Much Fun hitmaker looked like on the sombre day. See video footage from Angela Grier’s funeral below. Make sure to check back later for any updates on the YSL RICO trial.

Angela Grier’s Funeral

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BTB Savage Shooting: Rapper Reportedly Killed After Posting Bloody Photo Of Old Murder Scene

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Another young rapper has lost their life as a result of senseless gun violence, VladTV reports. “Real Fraud” artist BTB Savage was allegedly shot and killed near Houston’s River Oaks section on Thursday (March 29) evening. This, just hours after posting photos on social media of him standing over a murder scene where he had previously killed someone. The images in question see the young artist proudly flaunting his flashy jewelry while standing beside a door riddled with bullet holes and a floor splattered in blood. “TOO MUCH MOTION,” he wrote alongside them, referencing a recent music video of his.

It would appear the friends of BTB Savage’s victim didn’t take kindly to his message. They seemingly set out for retaliation just hours later. Around 6:10 yesterday evening, a shooting transpired in the 2100 block of Mid Lane. Ultimately, the embattled lyricist lost his life. According to Houston Police Department Chief Troy Finner, the young Black man was pronounced dead upon arrival. Official confirmation of his identity still has yet to come. However, Akademiks and DJ Vlad are both asserting it was BTB who was killed.

BTB Savage Allegedly Shot and Killed

As HipHopDX notes, witnesses in the area at the time of the shooting note that Savage was driving a white Mercedes. Suspects reportedly pulled up beside him in a black Subaru, at which time multiple shots were fired and the latter vehicle fled down San Felipe. As they continue to investigate the tragedy, local authorities are asking that anyone with any information please come forward.

While his rap career was only just taking off, BTB Savage previously appeared on podcasts like Off the Porch and VladTV to discuss his experience openly killing a man in self-defence. The incident (which happens to be the one from the troubling photos he posted), took place after someone attempted to rob the rising star while asking him for a feature. Keep scrolling to see what Twitter’s been saying about the ridiculous and unfortunate antics, and check back later for more hip-hop news updates. RIP.

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Ariana Grande & Mac Miller’s “The Way” Celebrates 10 Years, Singer Pays Tribute To Late Rapper

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2023 will mark the five-year anniversary of Mac Miller’s untimely passing, and much of the music community still hasn’t fully processed the rapper’s death. Among those chiefly upset by his fatal overdose include ex-girlfriend Ariana Grande, who was on track to marry comedian Pete Davidson at the time. Prior to that relationship, she and the late star were together romantically from 2016 to 2018 after bonding throughout years of friendship.

After Miller’s passing, the sweetener songstress and her Staten Island-born beau went their separate ways. He’s presently spending time with Bodies Bodies Bodies co-star Chase Sui Wonders, while Grande has moved on to marry Dalton Gomez, a real estate agent whose life is mostly out of the spotlight. Even though she’s now with another, the former Nickelodeon star continues to make it obvious that there will always be room in her heart for her fallen former lover.

Revisit Ariana Grande and Mac Miller’s Undeniable Chemistry in “The Way” Visual

On Saturday (March 25), the duo’s 2013 collaboration, “The Way” celebrated its 10th birthday. Though Miller isn’t here to commemorate the special moment himself, Grande did her part to uphold his legacy by posting about their joint effort on her Instagram Story. “I love you,” she wrote at the bottom of the screen in tiny white font when sharing the song’s accompanying visual this past weekend.

As DailyMail notes, the vocalist did her part to make sure that her strong feelings for Miller were clearly felt online. In the comment section of the same video, she once again wrote, “I love you.” Throughout the years, the ponytail princess has often shared subtle but heartfelt tributes to her ex, who has gone on to inspire some of her most popular releases, such as “Thank U, Next.” While she continues to remember their love in a positive light, others, such as Kanye West, have tried to ruin that narrative by insisting Pete was sending photos of him and Ariana Grande in bed together to her ex following their split, seemingly resulting in his overdose. Read what the pop star’s brother had to say about that here, and check back later for more pop culture news updates.

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Lance Reddick Of “The Wire” Fame Dead At 60, Sources Say Cause “Appears Natural”

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It’s been 15 long years since the final episode of The Wire aired on HBO, but to this day, the series remains a favourite for many. Celebrities to appear on-screen over the years include Dominic West, Idris Elba, and Michael B. Jordan. In recent years, we’ve unfortunately seen the death of a few leading actors, including Michael K. Williams in late 2021, and now, 60-year-old Lance Reddick.

The tragic news came via TMZ on Friday (March 17) afternoon. According to sources, the beloved entertainer’s body was discovered this morning around 9:30 AM in his Studio City home. His official cause of death remains unclear, though law enforcement insiders have told the outlet that, at this time, it’s believed to be natural with no foul play involved.

RIP Lance Reddick

Actor Lance Reddick attends the game’s launch in Seattle, Washington, on September 8, 2014. (Photo by Mat Hayward/Getty Images for Activision)

Reddick has been booked and busy doing press for John Wick 4, in which he plays Charon. After appearing in every film the franchise has released so far, he quickly became a favourite among fans who loved watching him opposite Keanu Reeves. The actor even had an appearance scheduled for The Kelly Clarkson Show next week to promote the forthcoming film, though that sadly won’t be happening.

Earlier this week, the Baltimore native’s social media accounts lit up with a video of him at home with his dogs rather than attending the JW4 premiere in New York City. It remains unclear why Reddick opted to skip out on the event, though his mood appeared to be upbeat in the post with his furry friends. As news of his passing continues to circulate, many former colleagues are sharing thoughtful words and fond memories of their fallen comrade.

Actor’s Best On-Screen Moments

While the action film franchise became an undeniably huge part of his life, Lance Reddick also spent time on several TV sets over the years. On The Wire, he was Baltimore Police Department officer Cedrick Daniels, appearing in all five seasons. Elsewhere in Hollywood, he worked on Lost, Oz, Bosch, and Fringe. Thankfully for fans, John Wick 4 won’t be his last appearance that we see. He also plays Zeus in Disney+’s upcoming Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, which isn’t due out until 2024. Keep scrolling to see more of his best acting chops. RIP.

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Bobby Caldwell, “What You Won’t Do For Love” Soul Singer, Passes Away At 71

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Even if you don’t recognize his name, chances are you’ve heard a Bobby Caldwell classic. The singer is one of the most celebrated voices in the industry, although many are surprised to see that a white man was belting out those hits. Sadly, the singer’s wife, Mary Caldwell, shared that Bobby passed away after years of struggling with health conditions. He was 71. Mary shared the unfortunate news on social media.

“Bobby passed away here at home,” she wrote. “I held him tight in my arms as he left us. I am forever heartbroken. Thanks to all of you for your many prayers over the years. He had been ‘FLOXED,’ it took his health over the last 6 years and 2 months. Rest with God, my Love. -Mary Caldwell.” By “floxed,” Mary meant that her husband developed an adverse reaction to the antibiotic fluoroquinolone. People have begun flooding the internet with tributes and condolences as Caldwell’s music transcended genres and generations.

Remembering Bobby Caldwell

One of Bobby Caldwell’s most recognizable classics is “What You Won’t Do For Love.” The track has been chopped and screwed several times, especially within Hip Hop and R&B. Tupac Shakur’s “Do For Love” famously sampled the hit, as did Aaliyah in “Age Ain’t Nothin’ But a Number.” Other artists like Snoh Aalegra and Boyz II Men also delivered covers; the song remains a Caldwell favorite. Additionally, many will recognize Caldwell’s “My Flame” as the core sample of The Notorious B.I.G. and 112’s hit, “Sky’s the Limit.” Caldwell’s “Open Your Eyes” was also tapped by Common for “The Light” as well as Kendrick Lamar and BJ the Chicago Kid in “R.O.T.C. (Interlude).”

Throughout his career, the Soul singer delivered nearly 20 albums, both solo full lengths and compilations. A joke that followed Caldwell was that many listeners initially thought he was a Black man and were surprised to see he certainly wasn’t. However, it didn’t take away from the R&B singer’s talents, and fans worldwide applauded his releases and contributions to Soul. His classics are receiving several spins today as fans revisit his catalog, and entertainers from all facets of the industry are paying tribute. Check out a few below.

Honoring A Music Icon