Blueface is someone who has made a lot of headlines for a lot of negative reasons. Overall, this was actually very true before he even met Chrisean Rock. However, once they linked up, things got way worse for both parties. They have been embroiled in all sorts of drama and while it has helped launch their reality TV careers, it has come at a great cost to their well-being. This past week, Blue was in trouble as he posted pictures of his newborn son, naked. These pictures were posted as a way to showcase the kid’s hernia.
Although Chrisean promised to have the hernia operated on, Blueface was livid, and he felt like this was the right method to get that anger out. Of course, that was absolutely not the case. Fans made petitions to have him “canceled” while others declared him unfit to be a parent. Furthermore, Chrisean Rock even floated the idea of pressing charges against the man. As for Blue’s mother, Karlissa Saffold, she was recently asked about the whole ordeal, by TMZ.
In the video above, Saffold reveals that the images shocked her at first. Needless to say, she had the same reaction as many of the people who saw the photo on social media. However, she eventually changed her mind and is now defending her son. Essentially, she feels like the photos were posted for medical reasons, and that plenty of other parents do the exact same thing. Consequently, she doesn’t see much of a need for punishment against her son.
Based on comments from Chrisean Rock, she seems very much opposed to Saffold ever seeing her child. In fact, Rock went so far as to say that Saffold isn’t even considered a grandmother at this point. Saffold is obviously not too happy about this, and has been quick to denounce Rock’s mothering skills online. Overall, this is a situation that remains ongoing, so stay tuned to HNHH for updates.
Papoose was in attendance at Busta Rhymes’ career celebration event in New York City on Monday night amid rumors that his partner, Remy Ma cheated on him with battle rapper Eazy the Block Captain. A video of Papoose arriving at the event is circulating on social media.
“Just got finish crying in the car,” one user joked when 2Cool2Blog posted the clip on Instagram. Another theorized that the lack of Remy Ma at the event should be a concern: “Okay NOW I think something is up because there’s no reason why Remy wouldn’t or shouldn’t be with him at an event for Busta Rhymes.”
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 01: Recording Artist Remy Ma and her Husband Papoose arrives to the 2021 BET Hip. Hop Awards at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre on October 01, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images)
The rumors of infidelity in the relationship began back in June when reports surfaced that there was a confrontation between Papoose and Eazy at a Chrome 23 event. Geechi Gotti apparently referenced the affair while battling Eazy. Remy shot down the rumors on Twitter afterward. “I’d like to apologize to everyone that was disappointed tonight because we couldn’t get 3 full rounds from all the opponents… I tried…and can y’all pleasee STOP with the Eazy & Pap LIES,” she tweeted at the time. “There’s NO place like Chrome! Right back at it; see y’all in August #Chrome23.” Check out Papoose’s appearance in New York City from Monday night below.
Tasha K added fuel to the fire, last week, by sharing a photo allegedly featuring Remy and Eazy on a date together. Remy also recently said that she was “comfortable” with Geechi Gotti’s original accusation because that’s “to be expected” in battle rap. “I’m comfortable, I’m comfortable. Listen, it’s battle rap,” she said in a clip posted by The Neighborhood Talk. “I’m used to it, like, it’s to be expected. It’s not the first time somebody said my name in one of their rounds.”
Chrisean Rock shared a video of herself working on new music in the studio, Monday, just hours after Blueface came under fire for posting a picture of their baby son’s genitalia on Twitter. “This how I’m feeling,” Rock captioned the video.
Fans shared in disbelief that she’s already working on new music following the drama. “Man go take that baby to get surgery you steady tryna play us that trash ah music,” one user commented. Another wrote: “You making a song while yo son Johnson hurting.”
Chrisean Rock & Blueface Attend Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards
BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 24: ChriseanRock and Blueface attend the 2nd annual Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards at The Beverly Hilton on June 24, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Prince Williams/Getty Images)
Rock addressed the situation with Blueface and their son more directly on Instagram Live. In doing so, she threatened to take legal action against her ex. “Blueface, you’re going to jail,” she said. “I’m pressing charges that’s all I have to say.” From there, she noted that her lawyer was already on the case. As for Blueface’s post, he complained about his son suffering a hernia while sharing the inappropriate picture. “I only went to b more for the surgery but when we got there they said you missed the appointment it was two days ago the doctors are busy now we have to reschedule at that moment I knew she wasn’t really up for the challenge,” he wrote in one post. Blueface later claimed to have been hacked.
“My phone was stolen yesterday I just got a new one guys im back my twitter was hacked,” he wrote in a post after the fact. During her aforementioned Instagram Live session, Rock accused Blueface of lying about having been hacked. Be on the lookout for further updates on the situation as well as new music from Rock on HotNewHipHop.
Known for her compelling performances and unyielding activism, Kerry Washington’s trajectory in Hollywood is a paradigm for excellence and influence. As a testament to her professional achievements and shrewd financial acumen, CAknowledge puts her net worth at a commendable $55 million in 2023.
Rooted in the Bronx, New York City, Kerry Washington grew up with a sense of community that would later significantly influence her roles and activism. She attended the Spence School, an elite all-girls institution where she excelled both academically and in the performing arts. Yet, even in those hallowed halls, she remained connected to her community, actively participating in outreach programs. Washington’s undergraduate years at George Washington University further honed her acting chops, catapulting her into roles that would soon garner both critical and popular acclaim. The seeds sown in those formative years have borne ample fruit, evident in her complex characters and profound impact on and off-screen.
Career Highlights & Accolades: More Than Just Olivia Pope
HOLLYWOOD, CA – FEBRUARY 28: Actress Kerry Washington attends the 88th Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood & Highland Center on February 28, 2016 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
While Washington’s role as the indomitable Olivia Pope in Scandal remains her most recognizable work, her repertoire extends far beyond the corridors of D.C.’s fictional corridors of power. From the heart-wrenching drama of Ray to the social critique in The Last King of Scotland, Washington has delivered one masterful performance after another. She garnered Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG nominations for multiple projects, solidifying her position as a versatile actress capable of commanding any script. Washington has also ventured into producing, with projects like Little Fires Everywhere acting as platforms for complicated narratives and strong female leads. In each project, Washington doesn’t just act; she imbues her roles with layers of complexity, making her one of the industry’s most sought-after talents.
Personal Life & Highlights: A Life Less Ordinary
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: (L-R) Nnamdi Asomugha and Kerry Washington attend The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/MG23/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)
Despite the natural inclination for stardom to bleed into one’s personal life, Washington has skillfully managed to maintain a reasonable sanctuary around her private affairs. Married to former NFL player Nnamdi Asomugha, the couple has been notoriously discreet about their family life, thereby preserving a sense of normalcy for their children. What does seep into the public consciousness, however, is Washington’s persistent activism. A proponent of various causes like education and voter registration, she uses her platform to address systemic inequities and inspire change, proving her commitment to bettering the world extends far beyond her acting roles.
Business Ventures & Philanthropy: A Multi-Dimensional Portfolio
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 04: (Editorial Use Only) (Exclusive Coverage) (L-R) Kerry Washington, Kelly Rowland and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, attend the “RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR” at SoFi Stadium on September 04, 2023 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Parkwood)
While not as overt as some of her Hollywood contemporaries, Washington has been circumspect in diversifying her financial portfolio. She has quietly invested in several ventures, primarily focusing on those aligned with her social justice aspirations. On the philanthropic front, her contributions are far more visible. Washington serves on the board of V-Day, a global activist movement aimed at ending violence against women and girls. She has also lent her name and resources to arts education and has been an outspoken advocate for gender equality in Hollywood, influencing the narrative through not just her words but her actionable commitments.
Love & Hip Hop is known for some outlandish characters, and Erica Mena is one of the biggest. With a slick mouth and fast hands, Erica Mena isn’t one to back down, and many times, that has gotten her into some big trouble. However, Erica always seemed to bounce back. That was until her latest dust-up with fellow castmate Spice. As a result of the now-viral moment where Erica used racial slurs, producers fired her from the series. While Erica Mena has had countless wild moments over her tenure, we’ve narrowed them down to her top 7.
Erica and castmate Kimbella Vanderhee had real tension in the air as the two sat down. Erica already had problems with how Kimbella was moving in the industry and told her she didn’t consider what she did modeling. Instead, she viewed it as “soft porn.” As the two went back and forth, Kimbella asked Erica if she knew who her baby daddy was. Erica replied yes, and then accused Kimbella of trying to sleep with her baby daddy.
As temperatures started rising, things boiled over when Erica said, “You f*cked up my money, b*tch!” Kimbella responded by splashing a drink on her, and Erica returned the favor. Erica then ran up on Kimbella, grabbed her hair, and Kimbella responded in kind. It took security to separate the two, but eventually, they were unlocked. Erica screamed for a phone and said she was calling the cops. Before long, sirens were wailing in the background, and the paramedics tended to Erica as Kimbella took off.
6. Erica Vs. Scrappy
Erica Mena doesn’t just get into it with women — men can get it, too, as seen from her explosive argument with Scrappy. Erica started by dissing “men in this generation,” but Scrappy explained he wasn’t like that. Then, she escalated the situation by asking him why he didn’t pay child support to Bambi. Immediately, Scrappy told Erica she could go. Not only did Erica not go, but she kept the argument going.
Scrappy told Erica to take the situation up with her friend Bambi and not bring up his kids. Erica then jumped up on a couch, putting her finger into Scrappy’s face, and accused his mother of spreading his business. Scrappy stood up on the couch face-to-face with Erica and brought up her oldest son. Erica described it as a “disgusting situation” to bring up her child to deflect his bad actions. As the two continued to trade insults, security, once again, intervened and got them off the couch.
During Love & Hip Hop: Family Reunion, Erica put it all on the line about her and Safaree’s contentious relationship and divorce. Erica accused Safaree of “entertaining another woman” soon after she gave birth. Safaree said that wasn’t the case, and he had a right to talk to other women since they were going through a divorce. Erica said she was in pain and wanted Safaree to feel the same.
Erica then threw out a severe accusation, claiming Safaree abandoned her. Safaree had a problem with the word “abandoned” and said she was lying. Erica then accused him of making her pregnancy hell and said he was “flying out b*tches.” While Erica continued to get heated and others consoled her, she said she was done with Safaree and he had lost his family for good.
4. Erica Vs. Rich Dollaz
In one memorable episode, Erica entered the studio where Rich Dollaz was working on a song with Olivia. When Rich asked her what was up, she said she wasn’t about to talk in front of “this thing,” referring to Olivia. She and Oliva had a little back-and-forth before Olivia left the room to let Erica and Rich hash things out.
Erica told Rich, “You’re f*cking with me right now. You’ve been hovering this song over my head since the time I f*cking laid it down.” She explained her issue was it was her song and since Rich had given it to Olivia, she felt betrayed. Rich said she didn’t deserve the song because she hadn’t signed his contract and didn’t want to be managed. Erica screamed that Rich needed to meet her halfway.
Rich said she was like “the girl who cried wolf” because she was always promised to do better, but she never did. He added he didn’t feel any emotions for her at the moment because she had run him off with her antics. Erica retaliated by saying Rich had no feelings and began to cry. She also accused him of taking what she wanted most — her music. Eventually, she settled on being numb to feelings, thanked him for the “reality check,” and made a dramatic exit.
NEW YORK, NY – OCTOBER 28: Erica Mena and Cyn Santana appear at the VH1 “Love & Hip Hop” Season 4 Premiere at Stage 48 on October 28, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Brian Ach/Getty Images for Vh1)
Erica’s romantic relationships with women became a point of contention during her timeinLove & Hip-Hop. That proved to be especially true when she confronted Cyn Santana after her friend Albee spilled some tea. While Cyn admitted she loved Erica, she said she was sick and tired of all the lies, cheating, and BS. Cyn was taken aback when Erica said she was going to be honest, feeling as though Erica never kept it real. She accused Erica of continuing to do the things she didn’t like, but Erica said she wasn’t going to change who she was.
Then, Erica flipped the script and accused Cyn of being a liar and cheat, which Cyn denied. Erica continued to get loud and told Cyn, “I’ve walked into a room full of n***as you f*cked, and I’m so secure that I still repped yo ass.” Cyn denied it and called Erica names, but Erica wasn’t having it. She said she was good without her and pushed Cyn in the throat. As expected, security jumped into the mix.
2. Erica Vs. Peter Gunz
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Things went completely left when Rich Dollaz thought it was a good idea to put Erica Mena and Peter Gunz together. When Rich “officially” introduced them, Erica wasn’t having it and questioned why they needed to meet. As she looked at Peter with disgust and disdain, she claimed he didn’t even know her last year when he was talking recklessly about her to Rich. Moreover, she blamed Peter for breaking up her and Rich.
Peter said the streets were talking, and since he was trying to get into business with Rich, he had to let him know what was going on. Erica said she didn’t care if Peter didn’t think she could sing and called him a clown with no credibility. Peter said she was one to talk with her fake body parts, which Erica acknowledged but said, “My mouth is real, motherf*cka.” Peter told Rich to get this “b*tch out my face,” and Erica responded by throwing things. Yet again, security had to intervene.
In Erica’s wildest moment — and the one that cost her job — she went up against castmate Spice. The two were presumably brought together to hash out their differences brought on by the things Erica’s ex-husband Safaree had told Spice. Spice told Erica that she acted like she was the only divorced single mother of two, adding that she had been doing it for 14 years. Erica retorted she had been a single mother for 16 years. Spice said, “With your son that don’t like you.” That was the remark that sent everything to hell.
Erica went ballistic and flipped the entire table. She then said that Spice should’ve died on the operating table after her surgery, but that wasn’t the end of it. In an extreme fit of rage, distaste, racism, and colorism, Erica yelled, “You monkey, you f*cking blue monkey.” To make matters worse, she made monkey noises. The world quickly reacted with fans calling for Erica’s cancellation.
VH1 heeded the calls and released a statement shortly afterward stating, “Working hand-in-hand with our partners, viewers will see the impact of Erica Mena’s remarks play out over the final three episodes of the season. Effective immediately, she will not appear in the next season of ‘Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta.’” It appears Erica Mena won’t be making any more wild moments on the LHH franchise.
Recently, Lil Reese got himself into some trouble with fans for a clip he posted on his Instagram Story. In the clip, he films as a friend pours his drink onto a homeless man’s head. “Get his a*s, get his a*s,” one man is heard shouting. “Put that b*tch on his head, put that b*tch on his head. F*ck him!”
Social media users were outraged by the senseless act of cruelty, and Lil Reese has since owned up to his mistake. “I would like to apologize to my fans and everybody watching for recording and laughing while they were pouring water on the homeless man in the video,” he wrote today. “I do not condone or support that type of behavior in [any way].” He then went on to reveal plans to donate to the homeless to make up for the incident. “I will be giving away money to the homeless community as well as giving away food, clothes, and water,” he explained, “twice a month going forward.”
Many social media users weren’t buying the apology, claiming that he instead owed one to the homeless man from the video. Others questioned whether or not he’d actually be donating to the homeless, calling for him to show proof. Now, Lil Reese has come through with the highly-requested proof that he’s helping his community. In a new clip, the Chicago-born performer is seen passing out money to those in need in his home city.
Unfortunately, It appears as though Lil Reese still can’t escape criticism. Various commenters suggest that he only chose to donate because of the backlash, and wouldn’t have otherwise. With that being said, he was still able to provide help to several people that appeared to appreciate it, which is what’s most important at this point. Keep an eye on HNHH for more updates on Lil Reese.
Once upon a time, a quick foray into the glamorous world of the Kardashian-Jenners would lead to a sighting of Jordyn Woods. Whether it was on the popular reality shows chronicling their lives or on Instagram, Jordyn Woods became a de-facto Kardashian-Jenner. This was due to her relationship with her once-childhood best friend, Kylie Jenner. Although fans thought the two would remain inseparable for decades, an infamous scandal saw their relationship come to a shockingly abrupt end.
In February 2019, Jordyn Woods was spotted being kissed by Tristan Thompson, who was dating Khloé Kardashian at the time. While the scandal left Woods ostracized from her best friend and the added family she once knew, she landed on her own two feet. In a unique turn of events, Woods’ familial connections proved a game changer for the socialite. Today, Jordyn Woods is thriving in her own lane. She brilliantly avoided the infamous “Kardashian Curse” of fading into oblivion after being cast out by their clan.
The Immediate Aftermath Of The Scandal
PARIS, FRANCE – JUNE 21: Jordyn Woods and Kylie Jenner attend the Louis Vuitton Menswear Spring/Summer 2019 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on June 21, 2018 in Paris, France. (Photo by Chesnot/WireImage)
The internet went aflame after news broke that Thompson and Woods were seen locking lips at a party. Jordyn, who was 21 at the time, was grossly defended by many. However, Thompson was berated for yet another cheating allegation. It didn’t take long before Woods packed her bags out of Jenner’s home and wished the Kardashians farewell. While fans of the Kardashians were quick to “cancel” Woods, she had a much-needed ace up her sleeve.
Jordyn Woods Appears On Red Table Talk
The Kardashians weren’t the only high-profile clan Jordyn Woods would call family. Her father worked behind the scenes on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, and as a result, became close to Will and Jada Pinkett Smith. Woods was invited to share her side of the story at the height of Red Table Talk‘s success. This ultimately marked a shift, prompting Woods to be declared free of the “Kardashian Curse.”
Jordyn gained a hoard of supporters through her connection to the Smiths, promptly angering Khloé. Midway through the interview, Khloé received immense backlash after tweeting that Jordyn was “the reason my family broke up!” Commenters quickly rushed to Woods’ aid, charging Khloé to target her man, who had a history of cheating. By sharing her story first, and to over seven million watchers, Jordyn Woods was able to triumph over the mess. Keeping Up With The Kardashians didn’t air until several months after the news had died down. Thus, fewer people were interested in the family’s side by that point.
Jordyn Woods Finding Herself
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 02: (L-R) Jordyn Woods and Jodie Woods attends boohoo x Madison Beer Launch Event at Pendry West Hollywood on August 02, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rachel Murray/Getty Images for boohoo)
In an interview with Teen Vogue in August 2019, months after the incident, Woods revealed that she had begun to heal. When asked if she and Kylie had “broken up,” she stated, “What I’d ask is, ‘Does anything really end? Or is it a cycle?’” A member of Hollywood’s elite herself, Woods became associated with a host of new friends, including rapper Megan Thee Stallion.
Jordyn Woods has always been open about her struggle in the past to accept her body type. She eventually released a size-inclusive range of clothes in collaboration with Boohoo. Furthermore, she unveiled the fashion label Secndnture and also collaborated with Pretty Little Thing. Earlier in 2023, she launched the clothing line Woods By Jordyn. Beyond these clothing ventures, she’s also created hair extensions, lash lines, and workout apparel.
Relationship With Karl-Anthony Towns
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 15: (L-R) Karl-Anthony Towns and Jordyn Woods attend the Coin Cloud Cocktail Party, hosted by artist and actor Common, at Sunset Tower Hotel on June 15, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for Coin Cloud)
On the romance front, Jordyn Woods and Karl-Anthony Towers have enjoyed their relationship. Woods and the Minnesota Timberwolves star have been going strong since 2020, when they began dating. The pair have become inseparable, constantly showering love on one another on social media. On her 25th birthday, Towns gifted Woods funding for any two businesses she wished to start.
Above all, Jordyn Woods is a textbook case of the power of leaning on a supportive family. Despite the scandal, her soft landing has been thanks to her mother, siblings, and others who stood by her. Now, with over 12 million Instagram followers, Jordyn Woods promotes herself and her businesses to an even wider audience.
As a mother of two, it’s no surprise that Cardi B is one of the millions of social media users expressing disgust over a circulating video of the Dalai Lama and a young boy. In the viral clip, the religious leader kisses a young child standing before him. He was also seeking to have his tongue sucked – a decision which he’s since issued an apology over. “His Holiness often teases people he meets in an innocent and playful way, even in public and before cameras,” a statement from his office on Monday (April 10) reads. “[The Dalai Lama] wishes to apologize to the boy and his family, as well as his many friends across the world, for the hurt his words may have caused,” they added, noting their leader’s “regret” over the incident.
Even with the apology, people all across the world are expressing disappointment and disgust online. For her part, Cardi used Twitter to speak her mind this morning, writing, “This world is full of predators. They prey on the innocent. The ones who are most unknowing, our children. Predators could be our neighbours, our school teachers, even people [with] money, power, and our churches.” The rap diva also reminded parents out there to “Constantly talk with [their] kids about boundaries and what they shouldn’t” let others do.
Cardi B Seemingly Reacts to Dalai Lama Video
This world is full of predators. They prey on the innocent. The ones who are most unknowing, our children. Predators could be our neighbors, our school teachers, even people wit money ,power & our churches. Constantly talk with your kids about boundaries and what they shouldn’t…
The message was eventually reposted from the New Yorker’s Twitter to @theneighborhoodtalk on Instagram. After watching the comments fill with hot takes , Cardi dropped by to share more thoughts on the controversy. “How are y’all bringing up a situation from my past when GROWN ASS DRUNK MEN were trying to take advantage of me and finesse me out my body because I said protect ya kids from predators?” she asked. “Like do y’all want them to get preyed on or something..? PROTECT OUR KIDS and let them know not to let anyone touch their private parts.”
The Invasion of Privacy artist additionally added, “Don’t let no one kiss them in their mouth. And always feel comfortable letting mommy and daddy know what happens. If you find a problem wit that then I’m side-eyeing you.” Keep scrolling to read more of Cardi B’s thoughts on the Dalai Lama’s viral tongue-sucking video, and share your own musings in the comments below.
I don’t gotta watch my words..I know exactly wat I mean from the time you start potty training your kids you should tell them DONT LET nobody touch your privates,enter the bathroom wit you and don’t keep no secrets away from mommy …You took one word to try to make debate …DRINK… https://t.co/CDFhsXeO9f
Clifford Harris Jr. and Tameka Cottle Harris, known as T.I. and Tiny, have been together for over two decades. Mr. Harris was known as Tip but adopted the name T.I. due to his respect for Q-Tip, a fellow rapper with a solid reputation in rap music. Consequently, Tiny got her name from her size but was famed for being a member of Xscape, quite popular in the 1990s.
Tiny has had a successful career, even being credited for her co-writing the song “No Scrubs” by TLC. T.I.’s music career began in 1996 when he befriended Big Kuntry, a local rapper in Georgia. They later sold mixtapes together from the trunk of their car. When the couple met in T.I.’s hometown at the start of his career, Tiny was already a successful artist with three platinum albums with Xscape. They have had a roller-coaster of a relationship and achieved much, but it has not been without problems. Looking back, there have been instances in their relationship that are considered memorable.
T.I. and Tiny Meet
T.I. and Tameka “Tiny” Cottle of Xscape (Photo by R. Diamond/WireImage)
T.I. and Tiny first met in 1999 through T.I.’s music career. Coincidentally, Xscape had been working with T.I.’s label, Grand Hustle Records. Tiny ignored T.I. when they first met in the studio, but after some effort and a date, he managed to charm her. The couple’s journey began shortly after this, and just like teenagers in love, they clearly had that spark!
In 2001, T.I. reportedly signed a record deal with Arista. During this time, he made an interesting remark to win Tiny over further as he worked on his Trap Muzik album. In an interview with Global Grind, T.I. joked that while Tiny didn’t give her attention at first, the album would get her attention.
The Couple Grow a Family
After dating for a few years, in 2004, T.I. and Tiny welcomed their first child together. They named their son Clifford “King” Harris III. Years later, T.I. was arrested on gun charges when he tried to purchase an unregistered machine gun from his then-bodyguard. The bodyguard was reportedly a federal informant who snitched on him. T.I. was given a seven-month sentence.
Despite these shocking incidences, Tiny visited him in prison. Unfortunately, while she did this, Tiny was also pregnant but lost the baby. However, in May of the following year, the couple welcomed their second baby together, Major Philant Harris. T.I. decided to honor Philant Johnson, his close friend who had died of gun violence.
The Family Hustle
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 23: T.I. (C), wife singer-songwriter Tiny (R) and their children (from L) Clifford ‘King’ Joseph Harris III, Layah Amore Harris, Major Philant Harris and Heiress Diana Harris attend Nickelodeon’s 2019 Kids’ Choice Awards at Galen Center on March 23, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Presley Ann/FilmMagic)
T.I. and Tiny finally got married in July 2010. They had been patient but made their lifelong dream to strengthen their family bond come true. The memorable ceremony was graced by a horse-drawn Cinderella carriage in Miami, signaling what most thought would be a new beginning for the couple.
Unfortunately, not long after, T.I. was back in jail for 11 months for illegal possession of drugs, against the terms of his probation in 2010. After completing his sentence, the entrepreneur started a reality TV show on VH1. T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle was founded on the premise of a significant gap he saw that he could capitalize on. As much as it was a hit in the mainstream media, it clearly put their dirty laundry on display.
The Family Scandals Sustain
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – NOVEMBER 23: T.I. and Tameka ‘Tiny’ Harris speak during T.I.’s 16th Annual Turkey Drive at Jackson Memorial Baptist Church on November 23, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images)
In 2014, a video surfaced online showing T.I. getting into a physical altercation with Floyd Mayweather in Las Vegas. The incident reportedly stemmed from T.I.’s suspicion that Tiny was having an affair with Mayweather. However, the couple denied the rumors and maintained that they were still together.
On March 2016, T.I. and Tiny welcomed their daughter Heiress Diana Harris. Despite the excitement, the couple’s union was not all roses. In April 2017, T.I. and Tiny’s marriage was once again in the spotlight when Tiny filed for divorce over cheating allegations. T.I. had allegedly cheated on Tiny with Bernice Burgos, an Instagram model. T.I. filed a counter-suit with his own terms for the divorce in July 2017. This was in response to Tiny’s demands that included primary custody as well as joint legal custody of their three kids. Fortunately, the couple reconciled, and the divorce was never finalized.
T.I. Goes Big With Gifts
In 2018, T.I. bought his wife a new $225,000 whip for her 43rd birthday. According to him, he just wanted to thank her for loving him and standing by his side. When he was asked about the Mercedez S550 T.I. had customized for Tiny, he avoided giving the specifics. He instead felt his feelings for Tiny had been justified over the years.
T.I. & Tiny Face Vicious Allegations
In 2021, rumors emerged that the couple had been intimately abusing various women. Sabrina Peterson, a former associate of the couple, started the rumors and alleged abuse and trafficking accusations. Through their spokesperson, the couple denied the claims. However, they later decided to suspend the show Friends & Family Hustle after the allegations to focus on family.
In 2023, the couple’s lawsuit against MGA Entertainment over the similarities between the company’s OMG dolls and that of the rap group OMG Girlz ended in a mistrial. Tiny formed the OMG Girlz in 2009, and the group includes her first daughter Zonnique “Star” Pullins, from a previous relationship before meeting T.I. The couple has been through it all, but despite everything, T.I.’s love for his wife certainly isn’t “tiny.”
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