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Ice Spice’s High School Volleyball Photo Surfaces Online

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Now that Ice Spice has obviously made a name for herself, many are wondering about the New Yorkers’ humble beginnings. We recently learned that her dream before rapping fell into her life was to pursue a career in acting. Additionally, she’s revealed some of her biggest rap influences, and how she crafted her stage name.

Ice Spice at Coach Fall 2023 Ready To Wear Fashion Show at Park Avenue Armory on February 13, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Raymond Hall/GC Images )

The 23-year-old can obviously tell us all about her past. Still, we all know a picture is worth a thousand words. Thankfully, internet sleuths have been able to unearth photos from Spice’s time in high school, including her yearbook photo. When that began circulating social media some weeks ago, users were quick to point out the resemblance between the rising artist and Lauren London.

Of course, not everyone agreed. However, many couldn’t deny that seeing the “Bikini Bottom” hitmaker sporting straight black hair rather than her usual tight red curls made them look incredibly alike. On her “In Ha Mood” single, Spice even seemingly referenced the comparisons, rapping, “Pretty face like Lauren and a big ass butt.”

On Tuesday (February 14), yet another throwback photo of the Bronx native appeared online. This one proves that she previously spent some time dabbling in athletics. The slightly blurry image sees a much younger Isis Gaston sporting her usual curly hair. She offers the camera a closed-mouth smile while seemingly kneeling in her high school volleyball uniform.

During her time on the team, Spice proudly repped number four. According to a TikTok posted earlier this year, she went on to play for Purchase College Athletics Women’s Volleyball after graduating. Thanks to a scholarship, she was also allegedly able to study Biology while playing the sport she loves.

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Fans are clearly eating up the older images of the redhead. Thankfully, there have been plenty of new ones surfacing lately too. Less than a year ago, hardly anyone had heard of Spice, and now she’s sitting front row during runways and performing at New York Fashion Week parties. Read all about the starlet’s latest adventures here, and check back later for more pop culture news updates.

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John Cena Steps Out In A School Girl Skirt & High Heels, Social Media Reacts

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John Cena is best known for the countless years he spent tearing up the WWE ring. He chiefly took on iconic opponents such as Batista, The Rock, and Rob Van Dam. Of course, the 45-year-old has taken a break from the sport more recently. Instead, he’s turning his energy toward his acting career. The athlete landed his first big non-WWE credit in 2006 playing John Triton in The Marine.

John Cena attends Warner Bros. Premiere Of “The Suicide Squad” at The Landmark Westwood on August 02, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic)

Since then, he’s gone on to appear in Parks and Recreation, Trainwreck, Daddy’s Home, and its 2017 sequel. Additionally, the Massachusetts-born entertainer has credits for his work in F9: The Fast Saga, and as the DC Comics universe character Peacemaker in both The Suicide Squad film and his own TV show. Needless to say, he’s proven that his acting chops are just as impressive as his wrestling skills.

For his latest movie, Cena has been hanging out in Melbourne, Australia with costars like Zac Efron and William H. Macy. The trio all appear in Ricky Stanicky, a Peter Farrelly-directed comedy that’s sure to keep audiences laughing. It follows three friends who wind up burning down a house while playing a prank. Afterward, they create a fake character to blame their risky actions on.

As the New York Post reports, the troublesome teens continue to use the fictional character as an excuse for several decades. However, when they portray an actor to bring Stanicky to life, things become complicated. Many details about the upcoming project are under wraps at this time, though cameras have caught photos of Cena on set sporting a school girl-style mini skirt, makeup, high heels, and tights.

Those seeing the former rapper’s costume out of context have been expressing concern for him on social media. However, Cena’s recent tweets make it evident that he’s having a great time shooting Ricky Stanicky. “Beyond excited to help bring these characters to life (both on- and off-screen) with an incredible cast, our director and producers and partners at @AmazonStudios @primevideo,” he wrote on February 1st.

Elsewhere in the news, Cena was in the headlines just last month for giving G-Unit rapper Tony Yayo his flowers. The WWE alum is perhaps best known for his “you can’t see me” dance move that he popularized in the ring. However, it turns out he’s not actually the mastermind behind its invention.

That credit goes to the 44-year-old, who first saw the New York rapper perform the wave during his “So Seductive” video. Later on, his brother, Sean, dared him to recreate the moment during his next televised match, and the rest is history. Read everything John had to say about his stolen signature move here, and check back later for more pop culture news updates.

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Megan Fox Debuts Blonde Bombshell Hairstyle, Social Media Reacts

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She’s best known for her long, jet-black hair and bright blue eyes. However, one month into 2023, Megan Fox dramatically changed her appearance. On Friday (January 27), the 36-year-old had a revelation for her millions of followers. Via her Instagram Story, she revealed that she’s surprisingly joined the blonde bombshell club.

As Page Six notes, the selfie showing off her shoulder-length bob with a shadow root seems as though it was taken in a trailer on a film set. Aside from the astounding colour change, the mother of three is also trying out straight-across bangs – a far cry from her usual middle part.

Megan Fox attends the “Blaze” premiere during the 2022 Tribeca Festival at SVA Theater on June 09, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Tribeca Festival )

At this time, Fox has been busy filming the upcoming Subservience film. In that, she’ll play the role of a domesticated robot. Starring alongside her is 365 Days actor, Michele Morrone. He will take on the role of a struggling father who purchases a SIM to aid him around the house.

Details about the project remain sparse for now. However, we do know that the Tennessee-born starlet’s character will go on a deadly rampage as she begins to gain awareness. Her new hairdo seemingly has something to do with the movie. Production on the project reportedly began earlier this month.

Thus far, the reaction to Fox’s new hair seems to be divided. “I was always curious to see Megan Fox go blonde,” one Twitter user wrote this past weekend. “I don’t know how to feel lmao. It’s cute, sure, but… she doesn’t look like Megan Fox, y’know?”

“Looking good blonde is the only thing I can do that Megan fox can’t,” another shady response reads. However, there are some describing the new look as “insanely sexy,” among other things.

Aside from dramatically switching up her look, Fox also often makes headlines thanks to her relationship with Machine Gun Kelly. The lovers are always candid about the eccentricities of their relationship, whether the rest of the world agrees with their ways or not.

Last month, the Transformers actress put out a call for a girlfriend on her Instagram page, earning a clever response from her rapper fiancé. Read all about that exchange here, and let us know what you think of Megan’s blonde bob in the comments.

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Bhad Bhabie Totals Her First Car, Says She Doesn’t Want To Be In A Vehicle “Ever Again”

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To car lovers, vehicles can almost feel like children. It’s easy to form emotional attachments to them, particularly the luxury models, as they carry you through monumental parts of life. Earlier this weekend, Bhad Bhabie had to say a tragic goodbye to her first-ever whip after totalling it in an accident.

In a since-deleted Instagram post, the “Gucci Flip Flops” hitmaker shared a photo of the black car. Its front passenger end is obviously destroyed. Through the windshield, the airbag is visible after deploying to protect passengers.

Bhad Bhabie attends TBT Magazine Social Media Edition Powered By Berman Law at Sway Nightclub on August 26, 2022 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. (Photo by Jason Koerner/Getty Images for TBT Magazine Powered By Berman Law Group)

“I’m beyond devastated,” Bhabie wrote to her millions of followers in the caption. “My first car totalled and over with. If the car wasn’t so heavy, Tilan would probably [be] dead,” she revealed, speaking on her close friend and skin care specialist, @tilan_milan.

She went on to say, “This was my first car accident and I’m still shook up. [I] don’t even wanna get in a car ever again. This experience sure showed me who really give [a f*ck] and who don’t!”

“Thank God I wasn’t driving [because] I wouldn’t have [known] what [the f*ck] to do,” her post concluded. It remains unclear who was in control of the vehicle at the time of the incident. However, it does sound like all patrons thankfully made it out without injuries.

As we previously mentioned, the upload is no longer available on Bhabie’s Instagram feed. On her Story, however, some new messages have appeared for fans and haters.

“First of all, I delete all my [posts] all the time, y’all just looking for a reason,” she began ranting over a black screen. “But anyways, my bad. Forgot I need to keep y’all out my business [because] everything I tell y’all is just a gateway for y’all to drag me. Shit is weird!!!”

On a second slide, she continued, “My [posts] have been deleted, y’all just don’t pay attention [facepalm emoji.”

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After her childhood stint on Dr. Phil, Bhad Bhabie has gone on to make a name for herself thanks to various personal endeavours. Her rap career has brought in some fans, but it’s the Florida native’s OnlyFans that really got the world talking.

Earlier this month, the controversial starlet shared her thoughts on those who subscribed to her NSFW paid page on her 18th birthday. Read everything she had to say here, and check back later for more pop culture updates.

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JT Explains Purse Snatching Incident At Paris Fashion Week Runway Show

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As fashion week stylishly wages on over in Paris, the celebrities and their antics continue to make headlines worldwide. Most recently, it was the Mugler runway show that got people talking – but not specifically because of the clothes.

Rather, it was an incident between City Girl JT and one of the famous models that has been circulating online. In the clip, Venezuelan singer Arca confidently struts down the runway in a barely-there little black dress. When she sees the rap diva, seated alongside names like Christine Quinn and Charli XCX, she veers off course to grab her purse and a brief struggle ensues.

JT fought back a bit, but wasn’t anything like her usual feisty self in the situation, leading some viewers to believe the situation was a set-up. We now know they were right, as a video of the Florida native and foreign vocalist hugging afterward in Paris is making rounds now too.

Arca reposted the viral moment on her Instagram Story. “@thegirljt, thank you for being up for the mischief and playfulness part of the show,” she praised the 30-year-old. “You’re so beautiful it’s insane!”

Afterward, the “Ex For A Reason” artist put the same clip on her page. She added a message to the top of the screen, explaining what happened to curious followers. “So fun. I was so nervous and was scared I was gonna look obvious. Obviously not ’cause they think it’s real hehe. Good job,” she praised her new friend.

This season’s Paris Fashion Week has been making plenty of headlines. From Doja Cat’s undeniably eccentric outfits to Kylie Jenner donning a realistic lion’s head while sitting front row at Schiaparelli, the eye candy is endless.

Kylie Jenner is seen, outside Schiaparelli, during the Paris Fashion Week – Haute Couture Sring Summer 2023 on January 23, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images)

Aside from that bold look, the mother of two is also facing backlash for sporting Givenchy’s infamous noose necklace to their runway earlier this week. Read some of the criticism she’s facing here, and check back later for more pop culture updates.

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Boosie’s Daughter Poison Ivi & Her GF Are Instagram Official, Social Media Reacts

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In the past, Boosie Badazz has been heavily criticized for explicitly sharing his stance on the LGBTQ+ community. In particular, his comments about Dwyane Wade’s transgender daughter, Zaya, have earned him considerable heat. However, it seems that poetic justice may be served, as the Louisana native’s daughter has gone Instagram official with her girlfriend.

As Love B Scott reports, photos of 21-year-old Poison Ivi boo’d up with her partner arrived online earlier this week. While the rising rapper wears khaki pants, sneakers, and a colourful tee, her date opted for heels, a hot pink skirt, and a bold animal print top.

The pair obviously couldn’t look more different, though they have the makings of a beautiful couple. In the caption, Ivi’s unknown girlfriend later wrote, “Endlessly in love with you [kiss emoji].”

After the images began circulating, it wasn’t long before social media called out the recording artist for his hypocritical behaviour. “Boosie daughter finally came out,” one person tweeted. “I wish everyone flooded his TL cause we need the same energy he gave Lil Nas, or [an] apology,” they additionally said.

In response to comments like these, another user pulled up a past interview the 40-year-old did with The Breakfast Club. “He literally said he wouldn’t attend or support his daughter’s marriage to a girl,” they concurrently pointed out. “He’s homophobic both ways.”

Other social media users are chiefly debating whether Gabrielle Union will get a kick out of the situation.

Regardless of her sexuality, Badazz has shown plenty of love to his eldest daughter in the past. On her 20th birthday at the end of 2021, he gave her several luxury gifts with a giant smile on his face, as well as $50K in cash.

Scroll further for more Twitter reactions to Boosie’s daughter’s new relationship. Afterward, share your thoughts on the situation in the comments.

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Akon Draws Backlash After Comparing American & African Performers

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Akon found himself on the wrong side of Twitter this week after a video of him began making the rounds on social media. In the now-viral clip, he compared performers from Africa with those in the United States, seemingly implying that Africans have a better stage presence than their Black American counterparts.

While sitting down with the Zeze Millz Show, Akon and Millz were on the topic of a young African musician. “Well he’s African,” the “Locked Up” singer shared, adding “We’re a little different when it comes to stage presence.”

Akon continued that those in America are often “wobbling, pants hanging half down, bored as hell, half asleep ‘cause they high as hell on stage. But [in] Africa, we wake up in the morning, like look at these YouTube clips of all these kids from Uganda. Like these kids are performers. So for us, it comes natural.”

READ MORE: Akon Believes Canada Is Dominating Hip Hop: “Don’t Get It Twisted”

Shortly after the clip was shared on social media, many gave their thoughts on the singer’s controversial comments.

“As a Ghanaian-American, I hate this with every fiber of my body for so many reasons, but what really gets me about this entire ‘conversation’ is Akon using AAVE while degrading African-Americans,” one user tweeted. “It is both a slap in the face and peak anti-Blackness.”

Another responded with, “FURTHER, I cannot fathom a time when I have EVER heard someone say ‘I wanna see that Akon concert’. From what performance expertise is he coming from and what showstopping stage presence is he under the impression he provides? F**k Akon.”

Akon recently faced backlash for a clip from the same interview. While discussing Nick Cannon’s growing family, the “Soul Survivor” singer supported him, saying, “That’s how life is supposed to be. Why not? He’s rich … He’s responsible.”

Continuing to discuss fatherhood, Akon was asked if he actively shows up to children’s events, with Millz posing, “So every single time, you’re at every single recital?”

“No, that’s a white man’s thing. Who gives a f**k about a recital?” Akon then asserted, adding, “No, seriously. Listen, my job is to raise my kids, to be responsible, to be understanding, to protect their mother, to give a hand with their father, and to assist with family planning, and to be responsible adults.”

What are your thoughts on Akon’s recent interview? Watch it below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Kehlani Debuts New Relationship On Social Media

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Months after Kehlani called it quits with 070 Shake, the singer has now popped out with someone new. The Oakland-born musician showed off her new relationship on TikTok this past week, with her and Kiara “Kiki” Russell letting fans in on their budding romance.

Russell, a former college basketball star, went viral on the platform over the weekend after posting a video of her and Kehlani dying her hair. The pair shared a kiss in the intimate video, which features the romantic jam “Into You” by Tamia and Fabulous.

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A day earlier, she also shared a video of her and the “Beautiful Lies” songstress addressing a fan’s comment about how they met. 

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“We were at Whole Foods and we both touched hands reaching for the same kiwi. And the next thing you know, love,” Kehlani joked in the clip, adding, “Actually the stud stork brought her, so she dropped off on my porch.”

Kehlani also showed off Russell on her own TikTok account, posting a clip of them together. “Say hi to the girls,” the It Was Good Until It Wasn’t star sang on video. 

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“You wasn’t really supposed to say hi to the girls,” Kehlani then said. “No, you supposed to say hi. Not to the girls.”

READ MORE: Kehlani Dances On Letitia Wright At Club In London

Social media users were quick to respond to the 27-year-old’s new chapter, with many commenting on the pair going public and Kehlani’s past relationships. Others also shared that they thought the new couple closely resembled each other.

“Kehlani really loves her a look alike,” one user wrote on Twitter.

Another user tweeted, “One thing about Kehlani, she gone keep her a girlfriend.”

Let us know your thoughts on Kehlani’s new relationship by sounding off in the comments below.

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Nelly Slammed Over Resurfaced Videos That Show Him Singing To Young Girls: Watch

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A number of videos showing Nelly previously singing inappropriately to underage girls on stage have resurfaced. Outrage, backlash and questioning have consequently ensued on social media.

In the clips, the Texas native intimately sings to underage girls on the stage with him. In one, the Country Grammar artist is seen performing his 2004 track “Over and Over” near the child’s face.

Nelly attends the 2021 BET Hip Hop Awards at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center on October 01, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET)

He asks if she’s nervous. Afterward, he proceeds to grab some of her hair before serenading her in a highly inappropriate way.

Nelly commits a similar act in a separate video. As the young girl awkwardly stands on stage, he surprisingly twirls her hair and begins to sing to her in a disturbing manner.

The pop-rap hitmaker even attempts to hold the fan’s hand, which is obviously met with uncertainty.

In both videos, the crowd screams and even laughs at the situation ensuing in front of them. It’s unclear at this time why the Dancing with the Stars alum didn’t receive backlash at the time of these concerts.

The videos have resurfaced after Nelly was in the news just this past weekend for a passionate performance with his ex, R&B singer Ashanti.

The couple reunited on stage for Power 98.3 and Power 96.1’s “Under The Mistletoe” concert in Arizona. Their performance of their collaborative 2008 track, “Body On Me” found them trending on social media.

The celebrity couple called their decade-long romance quits in 2014.

Fans were calling for the former couple to rekindle their love, but now Twitter is demanding answers for the 48-year-old’s disgusting behaviour with underage fans on stage.

“OUTRAGED! This shit is insane,” one person wrote. “I know those of you that love and support R. Kelly won’t see anything wrong here, BUT, for the rest of us, why is it okay for a GROWN ass man, NELLY, now to be referred to as R. Nelly, to call an 8-YEAR-OLD girl on stage and sing to her, rubbing [and] all.”

Neither Nelly nor his team have commented on the situation thus far. Make sure to check back in with HNHH for the latest updates.

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