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T.I. Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Sabrina Peterson Over Allegations

December 16, 2024 by newhiphopnews

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Rapper T.I. is firing back with a defamation lawsuit against his former friend Sabrina Peterson, escalating their years-long legal battle. This development comes shortly after a judge delayed Sabrina’s own defamation lawsuit against T.I. and his wife, Tiny Harris, due to her failure to pay nearly $100,000 in legal fees after most of her claims were dismissed.

According to court documents obtained by TMZ, T.I. alleges that Sabrina has waged a relentless campaign of harassment and defamation against him and his family since they ended their friendship over three years ago. The rapper claims that the decision to distance themselves from Sabrina, citing her lack of a “positive” influence, sparked a vendetta that has led to a series of damaging and baseless accusations posted on social media.

One of Sabrina’s most serious allegations includes a claim that T.I. once held a gun to her head—a claim T.I. vehemently denies. The rapper asserts that these accusations are false, intended solely to harass and damage the reputation of himself and his loved ones. T.I. also notes that Sabrina’s alleged behavior is part of a pattern, claiming others have successfully sought legal protection against her actions in the past.

This countersuit marks a significant shift in the public feud between the former friends, as T.I. now seeks unspecified damages for the harm he claims to have suffered due to Sabrina’s online accusations.

While the original lawsuit brought by Sabrina remains unresolved, this latest move from T.I. underscores the complexity and intensity of their ongoing legal conflict. Fans and observers alike will be watching closely to see how the courts rule in this high-profile case.

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T.I. Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Ex-Friend, Sabrina Peterson, Over 3-Year-Old Allegations

December 14, 2024 by newhiphopnews

After winning a $71 lawsuit against MGA Entertainment, T.I. appears to have prepared a new lawsuit against a former friend over abuse allegations. TMZ broke the news that the King of the South filed a defamation lawsuit against Sabrina Peterson. The court documents allege Peterson accused Tip of threatening her with a gun in 2021. The documents claim the Harris family severed ties with Peterson because of her negative influence. T.I., born Clifford Harris, claims this decision triggered a campaign of harassment and false allegations from Peterson, whom he accuses of spreading defamatory statements about him and his family on social media.

T.I. contends that her posts were intentionally malicious, aimed solely at damaging his reputation and causing distress to his loved ones. But Tip isn’t the only one going after Peteson — according to the claims, others are targeting her as well. Tip’s lawsuit is pursuing unspecified damages, citing the personal and professional harm caused by Peterson’s accusations. Peterson filed a defamation lawsuit against the rap star in the past.

T.I. Isn’t Letting Former Friend Off The Hook, Files Defamation Lawsuit

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In 2021, Peterson sued T.I. and his wife, Tameka “Tiny” Harris, for defamation after they publicly denied her claims that T.I. had held a gun to her head. Peterson also implied that the couple had been involved in drugging and sexually abusing women, allegations T.I. and Tiny have consistently refuted. Their attorney at the time dismissed her accusations as part of “a sordid shakedown campaign.”

While he recently announced his upcoming retirement in October, Tip asserts that Peterson’s claims have caused irreparable damage to his personal and professional life. The rap star is set to release his last album in 2025. He reconnected with Young Thug in the studio after the rap star’s release from three-year detainment in Fulton County Jail last month. Peterson has not responded to news of the lawsuit at this time.

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Wack 100 Alleges T.I. Offered His Wife, Tiny Harris, To Ray J In Wife-Swap Opportunity

December 7, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Ray J was confronted by Wack 100 about a claim involving T.I. and his wife, Tiny Harris. The exchange occurred in a heated Clubhouse conversation. Wack suggested that T.I. once proposed an intimate wife-swapping situation. Wack 100 set the stage by referencing past allegations against T.I. and Tiny. “We know T.I. and Tiny have been linked to a certain lifestyle,” he alluded. He turned to his client, Ray J, and asked, “Do you remember our conversation?” He said, ‘I want you to hit my wife.’ You remember, bro? ‘Let’s party—you hit my girl, and I’ll hit yours.’”

Ray J swiftly shut down the accusation, firmly denying any such interaction and chastising Wack for bringing it up. “My mom managed Tiny,” he retorted. “Wack, this crosses the line. You need to show more respect—to women, to T.I., and to Tiny.” As the claims reignited whispers about T.I. and Tiny’s private lives, the couple has yet to respond publicly. The rumors are not without context.

Wack 100 & Ray J Talk About T.I. Allegedly Inquiring About “Wives Swap” With Singer

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T.I. and Tiny’s relationship has endured rollercoasters within the public eye, which they discussed in their popular reality show, T.I. & Tiny: The Family Business. In the series, the couple dealt with an alleged affair between Tiny and iconic boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. In 2014, Mayweather and T.I. had a Las Vegas brawl about the alleged affair. Tip and Floyd squash the beef.

T.I., Tiny Harris, Ray J, or Princess Love have not commented on the claim yet. T.I. and his wife are in the middle of multiple sexual assault lawsuits after winning a huge lawsuit against Mattel. Ray J and his ex-wife spent Thanksgiving together. The couple have two children together. After the split, Ray has been out with multiple women, including former College Hill castmate Amber Rose.

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Today in Hip Hop History: T.I.’s Third Studio LP ‘Urban Legend’ Turns 20 Years Old!

November 30, 2024 by newhiphopnews

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The Atlanta trap star turned celebrity T.I. released his third studio album, Urban Legend, two decades ago today through his label Grand Hustle and Atlantic Records. The album debuted at No. 7 on the Billboard charts top 200 and charted at No. 1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop and Top Rap Albums charts.

The hit single off the album was “Bring Em Out,” which became his first top 10 hit single on the charts, certified gold by selling over 500,000. His second hit single, “U Don’t Know Me” peaked at the Top 25 Billboard charts certified platinum by selling over a million. The third single, “ASAP,” was on the Billboard charts and certified gold by selling over 500,000. The album itself was certified platinum, selling over a million copies worldwide.

All singles were nominated for Grammy Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, and street anthem of the year for Vibe Awards.

Peep the video of “Bring Em Out,” which he sampled the from Jay-Z’s single “What More Can I Say.”

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King Harris Welcomes A Baby Boy And Drops A Song In The Process

November 6, 2024 by newhiphopnews

King Harris, son of newly retired rap star T.I., welcomed his newborn son, King Jr., on Tuesday (Nov. 5). The 20-year-old rap star announced his son’s arrival on Instagram with a new song dedicated to the new bundle of joy. The post features the new song, “Dear Son,” with King Jr.’s time of birth, followed by a blue heart and crown emoji. Captioned: “Nov 5, 8:09 am Welcome King Jr. TIME TO TAKEOVER.”
Ahead of childbirth, King and the mother of his child, who goes by Big Na Na on Instagram, hosted a baby shower that went viral in October.

King revealed the baby in September after his father unveiled the news with vengeful intentions in August during an interview with Hot 107.9. “I got two granddaughters and a grandson on the way,” T.I. shared with the radio personality. “King is about to have a son. And I told him, I’ma make this the greatest gangster of all time. I will raise this child to torture you the way you tortured me. I promise you there will be an Indictment in this young one.”

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T.I. and King have had several public situations varying from arguments about King dropping out of school to pursue a passion for music to validating King’s street credibility to the father foreshadowing his son’s possible future that includes prison if he does not change his life. Also, Tip has defended his son from others, such as viral comedian Charleston White in 2022.

Hopefully, the new baby will set King Harris on the straight and narrow as he continues to run into law enforcement, the streets, and his dad. In September, a video emerged showing T.I. and Boosie Badazz confronting their sons while performing with unregistered firearms. Should authorities appear, the sons would refute the dad’s claims about the possible consequences of having unclaimed weapons around them. Do you think the new baby will change King Harris? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Young Thug Reunites With T.I. In A New Video After His Release From Jail

November 5, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Young Thug’s redemption tour has begun. Although it’s unlikely that the Atlanta trap rap vet has had a chance to hit the studio as yet after leaving jail, he’s clearly looking to reestablish his connections, beginning with one of the men who first put him on in rap: T.I. The “About The Money” collaborators reunited in a video that T.I. posted to his Instagram account in which they can be seen grinning while T.I.’s son Domani hovers in the background. “Hey man, what you got to tell these people,” T.I. asks. Thug replies, simply, “Back. Back, Jack.”

It’s fitting that T.I. was the first rapper Thug reconnected with fresh out of jail, as it was Thug’s appearance on Tip’s 2014 single “About The Money” that helped raise his profile and ensured his record deal with 300 Entertainment. Not for nothing, he’s also one of the few trap rap figures Thugger legally can spend any time around due to the conditions of his probation agreement, which bars him from contact with his former racketeering co-defendants in YSL (except for Gunna and his brother Unfoonk). He’s also no longer on the greatest terms with Cash Money’s Birdman, with whom he formed Rich Gang alongside Rich Homie Quan (RIP), and it’s unclear where he stands with Gucci Mane, the first person to give him a shot with a deal with 1017.

T.I. and Thug have certainly collaborated as much as anyone else in Thugger’s circle; in 2016, they dropped “Bobby Womack,” in 2018, they teamed up for “The Weekend,” and in 2020 on “Ring.” If this means they’ll have another new collaboration to look forward to, Thug’s comeback is already off to a great start.

A Seemingly Simple ‘Jeopardy’ Category About Rap Genres Left Contestants Stumped And Viewers Pissed Off

November 3, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Jeopardy is supposed to challenge your knowledge. But during a recent episode of the beloved quiz show, researchers decided to dial back the intensity or so they thought. Over on Jeopardy’s official TikTok page, they shared a clip (viewable here) where contestant’s hip-hop IQ was put to the test.

The category titled “Rap Genres,” was crafted to be soft balls for players to bring in quick cash. However, many contestants were left stumped as host Ken Jennings rattled off questions. Going for the gusto, one contestant (Greg) sets thing off with the $800 clue: “The name of this genre associated with Memphis may be a mix of ‘crazy’ & ‘drunk.’”

The contestant correctly answers with “crunk” but things quickly went down hill. Greg then circles back to the $1,200 question: “Billboard says, the album ‘Trap Muzic’ by this rapper and actor ‘introduced ‘Trap’ to the masses.’”

Despite T.I.’s face being plastered on the screen, no contestant took a swing at answering the prompt.

This was folded up by the $1,600 question about about Big Freedia, the Queen of New Orleans bounce, which sparked a look of confusion on every contestant’s face.

But don’t worry Greg was able to nail the $2,000 question about Shaboozey thanks to the “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” and Beyoncé hint. However, viewers at home aren’t pleasure with the sheer amount of fumbles. In the comment section of the post, they were sure to let the show know.

“Knowing who Shaboozey is but not knowing T.I. Is diabolical ,” wrote one user.

“Alex Trebek, would have lost it when they didn’t know T.I.,” penned another.

“Why would he keep picking this category if he clearly didn’t know it though ,” chimed another.

Well, this isn’t the first time Jeopardy contestants sparked outrage over their lacking music knowledge.

Young Thug Hops On Celebratory FaceTime Call With T.I. After Prison Release

November 2, 2024 by newhiphopnews

T.I. is one of many hip-hop colleagues who celebrated the freedom of Young Thug, who recently took a plea deal in the YSL RICO case. He pleaded guilty to various counts in the indictment against him, save for a nolo or no contest plea for the RICO count and the gang leader count, which resulted in the judge commuting his five-year sentence to time served and releasing him from prison on 15 years of probation. The details are a bit more complex, but that’s the main idea. Recently, the two Atlanta rappers hopped on a FaceTime call, and Tip was with a large group of people who were very happy to see Thugger out and about.

“As far as Jeffery is feeling now, he knows my feelings, which I am not going to reveal for attorney-client privilege,” Young Thug’s attorney Brian Steel told reporters outside of the courthouse following his client’s sentencing. “But, this is not the same as a not guilty verdict. […] Nobody here wakes up every day on a concrete floor that they’re calling his bed, at 4:15. He gets shackled at his feet, his waist, and his hands, comes to the Fulton County courthouse to be on concrete, eating out of a bag, and then coming to the courthouse to sit there with a leg chain every single day, and hear lie after lie. So for Jeffery to go home today, and not have another 90 days, 120 days of [the trial], he is very happy.”

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Fans were very happy with both Brian Steel’s diligence and the outcome of Young Thug’s trial. However, the YSL RICO case still has a few codefendants on trial for other charges, so the entire trial is still not completely over.

For example, Yak Gotti rejected a plea deal in his case, so some developments in the near future are still crucial to consider in the grand scheme. Regardless of how you feel about Young Thug’s release, everyone hopes that he complies with all his probation terms and turns this into a successful second chance to right any wrongs and craft a more positive and beneficial story in its wake.

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