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Shakira Forced To Pay Even More Money From Tax Fraud Investigation

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Shakira has been dealing with the fallout from an investigation into her taxes for years now. She may have thought it was over last week when she appeared in court to settle the criminal investigation into her tax fraud. She paid nearly $27 million in order to get a lighter sentence after pleading guilty to tax fraud. Now, according to TMZ, she’s now being forced to pay even more to put the whole ordeal behind her.

While they can’t identify exactly why, Shakira has put forth an extra $7.2 million. TMZ speculates that it could either be a new additional settlement agreement or a bond payment of sorts. That would bring the total amount she’s paid to escape her tax burden at around $34 million. When the investigation first emerged last year Shakira was facing an 8-year prison sentence resulting from the charges against her. The allegations center around a specific period from 2012 to 2014. During that time she’s accused of avoiding paying millions in owed taxes. Check out the full story below.

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Shakira Paying Even More In Tax Settlement

In the wake of the news of the investigation and her breakup with Gerard Pique, Shakira reportedly tried to leave Spain. Reports said that she was trying to settle in Miami. It ultimately didn’t help her avoid the penalties she was facing back home. The report allegedly came from close friends. They claimed they were trying to get her to make the move to Florida at the time. Though the primary motivation seems now to have had more to do with putting separation between her and Pique more than anything else.

Earlier this year the legendary singer got some jabs in at her ex and his new girlfriend. She threw some shade at Pique during Billboard’s Latin Women in Music event. That came just a few months after having some harsh words for his new girl. She’s been tied to numerous stars in the months since though nothing seems to have evolved beyond rumors yet. What do you think of Shakira being forced to pay an extra $7 million on top of the original $27 million settlement? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Lil Eazy-E Calls Out Dr. Dre For Not Being Present At Street Naming: “All Of The West Coast Should Be”

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In a recent interview with TMZ at the unveiling of the street named after his late father, Eazy-E, Lil Eazy-E had some words for Dr. Dre. In fact, issued a public call to Dr. Dre, urging the iconic producer to revisit his roots and pay a visit to Eazy-E’s mother. The rapper and son of the N.W.A legend expressed disappointment at the absence of Dr. Dre at Eazy-E’s funeral, recalling that DJ Yella was the sole attendee during his formative years. Lil Eazy-E remarked, “30 years later, do you think I care?” His words resonated with a sense of unresolved disappointment. He underscored the significance of Dre’s absence during a pivotal moment in Eazy-E’s legacy.

Lil Eazy-E believes that given Eazy-E’s profound influence on the West Coast rap scene, Dre, along with the entirety of the west coast region, should acknowledge and honor his father’s contributions. Directly addressing Dr. Dre, Lil Eazy-E extended an invitation for him to reconnect with Eazy’s mother, emphasizing the historical ties between Dre and the family. “Dre, you were on her couch when your mom kicked you out. So you could come sit there and say hi. She is still living and well,” he stated, adding a personal touch to the plea for a reconciliation.

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Lil Eazy-E

Lil Eazy-E’s central concern appears to be his grandmother’s well-being, wishing Dre blessings while urging him to recognize and pay homage to the familial connections that played a pivotal role in both his and Eazy-E’s lives. This public call out from Lil Eazy-E prompts contemplation on the part of Dr. Dre. It underscores the importance of acknowledging one’s origins and expressing gratitude to those who played a foundational role in shaping one’s journey.

In the realm of hip-hop, where authenticity and respect are integral, this challenge serves as a reminder that even the most iconic figures should remain grounded in the communities that shaped their ascent. Whether Dr. Dre responds to this to reconnect with the roots of his career remains to be seen. But the challenge has undoubtedly opened a dialogue about the enduring ties between hip-hop legends and the communities that forged them. Do you think Dr. Dre and other west coast legends should have been in attendance? Let us know on HNHH!

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Iman Shumpert Releases Statement On Teyana Taylor Divorce

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News of Iman Shumpert and Teyana Taylor’s divorce already shocked the world a couple of months ago, but the new court filing added even more fuel to that fire. Moreover, according to secret documents that leaked online, she labeled him as a “narcissist,” and it turns out that infidelity might have played a role in their split. In fact, there are even rumors that the former basketball star leaked Taylor’s secret filing himself and then acted surprise at the news. Regardless of the truth or lies behind all that, we now have an official statement from him regarding this legal process. The 33-year-old’s attorney Stephen C. Steele gave TMZ some remarks on his next moves and priorities.

“Mr. Shumpert hopes parties and counsel can work toward a fair resolution, keeping the best interests of the children of paramount concern,” Iman Shumpert stated via his lawyer. This is a far cry from his initial reaction on social media, which suggested that he felt blindsided by this revelation and was not expecting it. Overall, in these early stages of the divorce process, it’s going to be hard to tell what is true and what is just gossip. With that in mind, the musician’s initial acknowledgement of their breakup points toward this being a relatively amicable process.

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Iman Shumpert’s Brief Statement From Lawyer: Read

“AHT AHT! Not too much on my bestie!” Teyana Taylor wrote on social media back in September. “In all fairness, Iman and I are separated and have been for a while. To be 1000% clear, ‘infidelity’ ain’t one of the reasons for our departure. We are still the best of friends, great business partners and are one hell of a team when it comes to co-parenting our 2 beautiful children. Most importantly we are FAMILY & in the 10yrs together, 7yrs married we ain’t ever played with or about THAT.

“We just keep y’all a**es out the group chat lol,” she continued. “Which is the reason we’ve been able to successfully & peacefully separate without all of the outside noise. The only reason I’m even sharing THIS part of the chat is because the narratives are getting a little out of hand & it’s unfair to all parties involved. I hope this provided some clarity for y’all. Okay AunTey taking y’all back out the chat bye!” For more news and the latest updates on Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert, stick around on HNHH.

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Wayne Brady Reportedly Involved In Car Accident That Lead To Physical Altercation

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Over the weekend, Wayne Brady was involved in a car accident. While that’s often bad enough, it wasn’t the end of things for the all-purpose entertainer. According to TMZ, the accident happened on the PCH in Malibu. While Brady didn’t have to be taken to the hospital afterward, sources close to him claim that he was “banged up and sore” and will be taking things easy for a few days following the accident.

It’s what reportedly happened after the incident that has even more people talking. After pulling their cars over, the pair reportedly got into a heated argument that eventually turned into a physical exchange. The other driver, a 51-year-old man reportedly took off down the road when Brady called 911 following their altercation. Later, the man was arrested for battery, DUI, and hit-and-run. Check out the full report on the situation below.

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Wayne Brady Car Accident Turns Into A Fight

Celebrities have to get around just like everybody else which means they’re often liable to get into car trouble. In the past few months, while dealing with the rollout of her new memoir, Britney Spears was reportedly pulled over twice by police. Though the interactions seemed largely respectful, Spears was hit with a few tickets. The biggest came because she was driving without her license and proof of insurance, which she claimed her security normally carries.

Earlier this year, R&B star Khalid got into a car accident of his own. He was parked on the side of the road while his vehicle was overheated when somebody reportedly drove by and struck his car. Thankfully, he was left with only minor injuries. Shortly after the accident happened his mother shared an update to social media that he was resting and recovering and he got back to touring with Ed Sheeran shortly afterward. What do you think of Wayne Brady getting in a car accident that led to a physical fight? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Jeezy Or JAY-Z? Memphis Bleek Weighs In On Who The Bigger Artist Is

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Memphis Bleek has laughed off the recently-raised notion that Jeezy was once bigger than JAY-Z. “Bigger where? As in weight or music? Jeezy is humongous. Snowman when I first went to Atlanta, the snowman I always thought was frosty. And then they told me, ‘No, it’s Jeezy.’ And so I said, ‘He’s a big muthaf-cka, he killed that.’ If you can change the snowman from being Frosty, and when a person see snowman, they think they of you? But bigger than Hov? Hov is the — c’mon man, what Drake and them say? Big as the Super Bowl,” Bleek told TMZ.

Furthermore, Bleek took some playful shots at Hov about his extended absence from a JAY-Z project. “He know I’m nicer than him. That’s why. He know I burn him. He don’t want to put me on no record when he know I’ma smoke his boots. He like Bleek, nah. Put Bleek away. He too nice right now,” Bleek teased.

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Who Claimed Jeezy Was Bigger Than JAY-Z?

It was Quality Control founder Coach K who originally claimed that Jeezy was bigger than JAY-Z. “We put that mixtape out in July. And by February, we did $6 million on the road. All cash. We hadn’t even put an album out yet. And then we did Trap or Die mixtape, I knew it was a wrap. “JAY was much bigger, but I’m saying relevant. It’s moments where some of these smaller artists is more relevant than the bigger artists,” K claimed on the Business Untitled podcast.

However, he’s not the only one coming for JAY-Z. DaBaby also took a recent shot at Hov, telling Shannon Sharpe he had a better jail verse. “Jay-Z, I ain’t got nothing but respect for you. Was your verse better than mine? Come on, OG. It wasn’t. That’s okay. We ain’t do it at the same time. It ain’t like you had the ability to be able to say, ‘Hold on, [let me do it over].’ We did it in two different times. But definitely,” DaBaby argued as Sharpe refused to get involved.

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Jeezy Or JAY-Z? Memphis Bleek Weighs In On Who The Bigger Artist Is

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Memphis Bleek has laughed off the recently-raised notion that Jeezy was once bigger than JAY-Z. “Bigger where? As in weight or music? Jeezy is humongous. Snowman when I first went to Atlanta, the snowman I always thought was frosty. And then they told me, ‘No, it’s Jeezy.’ And so I said, ‘He’s a big muthaf-cka, he killed that.’ If you can change the snowman from being Frosty, and when a person see snowman, they think they of you? But bigger than Hov? Hov is the — c’mon man, what Drake and them say? Big as the Super Bowl,” Bleek told TMZ.

Furthermore, Bleek took some playful shots at Hov about his extended absence from a JAY-Z project. “He know I’m nicer than him. That’s why. He know I burn him. He don’t want to put me on no record when he know I’ma smoke his boots. He like Bleek, nah. Put Bleek away. He too nice right now,” Bleek teased.

Read More: Andre 3000 Appreciates Jay-Z And Beyonce For Clearing A Song On New Blue Sun

Who Claimed Jeezy Was Bigger Than JAY-Z?

It was Quality Control founder Coach K who originally claimed that Jeezy was bigger than JAY-Z. “We put that mixtape out in July. And by February, we did $6 million on the road. All cash. We hadn’t even put an album out yet. And then we did Trap or Die mixtape, I knew it was a wrap. “JAY was much bigger, but I’m saying relevant. It’s moments where some of these smaller artists is more relevant than the bigger artists,” K claimed on the Business Untitled podcast.

However, he’s not the only one coming for JAY-Z. DaBaby also took a recent shot at Hov, telling Shannon Sharpe he had a better jail verse. “Jay-Z, I ain’t got nothing but respect for you. Was your verse better than mine? Come on, OG. It wasn’t. That’s okay. We ain’t do it at the same time. It ain’t like you had the ability to be able to say, ‘Hold on, [let me do it over].’ We did it in two different times. But definitely,” DaBaby argued as Sharpe refused to get involved.

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Jada Pinkett Smith Says Will Smith Has Never Been With Another Man Amid Rumors

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Jada Pinkett Smith is staunchly standing by her partner Will Smith amid rumors that he had a sexual relationship with his former male assistant and friend, Duane Martin. Moreover, this speculation emerged from a Tasha K interview with one of the actor’s best friends, Brother Bilaal, who claimed he walked into the two engaging in anal intercourse in a dressing room. Of course, this has been the subject of a lot of scandalous conversation online, although many people don’t believe that this alleged incident actually occurred. On her end, the actress immediately stuck up for him, and TMZ recently caught up with her in New York City on Wednesday (November 15) to get some more elaborate thoughts on the matter.

Furthermore, a reporter asked Jada Pinkett Smith if the Will Smith rumors were true, which she denied outright. Then, when they asked whether she’s ever seen him with another man, she said, “Never, never, never.” Not only that, but the Baltimore native also invited everyone watching to tune into her appearance on The Breakfast Club the following day. In that discussion, she also went into another big story concerning the couple: Jada’s memoir Worthy and the bombshell revelations she included about their marriage.

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Jada Pinkett Smith Reaffirms Her Support Of Will Smith: Watch

However, if you thought that this was the hardest that Jada Pinkett Smith was going to go concerning this, it looks like this won’t end quietly. She also threatened Tasha K and Brother Bilaal with legal action, as this could constitute some form of defamation. It’s not official and remains just a threat, but could pose some interesting ramifications for how we handle these cases today. Still, it’s clear that their marriage as a whole will be the main point of interest here, not whatever salacious and gossip-fueled claims appear about either of them.

Meanwhile, plenty of other celebrities like Cardi B came to the Fresh Prince’s defense amid these suppositions. If anyone knows what it’s like to have lies spread about you, it’s them. As such, we’ll see whether this stays within the rumor mill or ends up in court one day. For more news and the latest updates on Jada Pinkett and Will Smith, check back in with HNHH.

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Andre Ward Gives Jake Paul His Flowers For Expanding Boxing’s Audience

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Boxing legend and Olympic gold medalist gave high praise for Jake Paul during a recent interview on TMZ. “I don’t hate on it. The crossover stuff like what Jake Paul, Logan [Paul]is doing, [Francis] Ngannou just did, I respect it. That takes a lot of courage, takes a lot of heart. It actually brings a new audience, more eyeballs,” Ward said, “and if the fanbase follows them over to boxing, then more power to ’em. I’m a fan of it, I appreciate it and I watch it.” Ward said. Furthermore, he noted that he would be open to taking on one of the Paul Brothers in an exhibition fight.

The rise of non-traditional boxing has been a mixed bag. Jake Paul has talent but little desire to fight actual boxers. Logan is more interested in pursuing his wrestling career than in boxing. Furthermore, both his fight with Dillon Danis and KSI’s fight with Tommy Fury was referred to as a “disgrace to boxing”. However, then you have Francis Ngannou giving Tyson Fury “the toughest fight in a decade” and even receiving a WBC ranking out of it.

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Jake Paul Reveals December Opponent

Meanwhile, Paul revealed his opponent for his upcoming bout in December. Paul will fight Houston-based professional boxer Andre August on December 15 in Orlando. The news comes just about a week after Paul’s team revealed that their initial opponent had failed to secure a visa for the United States. August is 35 years old and has a 10-1-1 career record. That makes him the most experienced fighter Paul has faced in his career so far. Furthermore, it marks a shift in Paul’s approach to boxing. It’s hard to take the decision as anything other than Paul addressing the primary criticism against him – that he takes name value over boxing reputation when it comes to opponents.

“I’m a professional boxer and I want to be world champion, so I need to pursue the path towards greatness against people who have been boxing their whole life. So far, my entire boxing career has been on pay-per-view, but now it’s about more than business. Now I want to build my experience in the ring against seasoned fighters. I’m coming to prove my greatness on Friday, December 15th live on DAZN for the world to see,” Paul said in a statement.

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Bebe Rexha Says Nicki Minaj Is Better Than Cardi B, Which Sends In A Frenzy

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Of the longest-running debates, the rap community has been Nicki Minaj versus Cardi B. For most music fans, these types of conversations never get stale. However, it seems a good amount of people are sick of this battle between the two femcees from New York. To be quite frank, it is a bit of an unfair comparison. Nicki has been in the game for far longer than Cardi. That also leads her to be more influential by default as well. There are so many female rappers who credit Queen Nicki as one of their biggest inspirations. Pop star Bebe Rexha seems to agree with that same sentiment.

Bebe, from New York as well, has seen both artists at their highest respective powers. Additionally, she has had the pleasure of working with both ladies. Her and Nicki’s biggest track came in a collaboration with David Guetta on “Hey Mama.” As for Cardi, these two worked together on “Girls,” which found its way on to Rita Ora’s 2018 record, Phoenix.

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Bebe Rexha Takes Nicki Over Cardi, Respectfully

 
 
 
 
 
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Clearly, she knows a thing or two about this age-old question. On a recent IG live tracked down by TMZ Hip-Hop, Bebe and her stylist discussed who they thought was better and they both landed on Nicki, respectfully. The determining factors for them were the fact that “Nicki writes her own s***,” and longevity, among others, put her over the top of Cardi. Well, fans were not too pleased, calling Bebe out for pitting them against each other.

What are your initial thoughts on Bebe Rexha’s answer on who is better between Nicki Minaj and Cardi B? Who do you prefer in this debate? Will this question ever stop being asked? We would like to know what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news around Nicki Minaj, Bebe Rexha, and Cardi B. Furthermore, be sure to check us out for everything else going on around the music world.

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Tinashe Seeks Restraining Order Following Disturbing Incident At Her Los Angeles Home

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In a chilling turn of events, singer-songwriter Tinashe is seeking a restraining order after a man was arrested at her Los Angeles residence. The artist alleges that on the very same day, the individual in question, who has been identified as Marco Oppikofer, returned to her home and engaged in unsettling behavior. According to Tinashe, Oppikofer allegedly rang her doorbell and was turned away by her father, who happened to be present. However, the situation took a more alarming turn when Oppikofer broke into her home. The artist recounts that she retreated to a secure area of her house and locked herself inside. She claims that Oppikofer attempted to gain entry. It was only after some of her music studio co-workers confronted him and demanded that he leave that the situation de-escalated.

However, despite being forced to depart the premises, Tinashe alleges that Oppikofer continued to linger outside her home. This caused her considerable distress. Law enforcement authorities subsequently arrived on the scene, leading to Oppikofer’s arrest. Law enforcement sources confirmed the arrests to TMZ. He was booked for misdemeanor trespassing but was reportedly released shortly afterward, citing L.A. County’s no-bail policies. Moreover, in light of this disturbing incident, Tinashe is now pursuing a restraining order, expressing deep concerns for her safety and well-being.

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Tinashe Wants A Restraining Order

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – SEPTEMBER 05: Tinashe performs during 2021 Made In America at Benjamin Franklin Parkway on September 05, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Roc Nation)

However, she fears that Oppikofer may return to her residence and pose an even greater threat. Tinashe has highlighted the severity of her situation and the urgent need for court-ordered protection to keep the individual at bay. At present, her request for a restraining order has not been granted, leaving the artist in a state of apprehension.

Furthermore, this distressing incident serves as a stark reminder of the security and privacy challenges faced by public figures. Especially in the realm of entertainment. Tinashe’s pursuit of legal protection underscores the gravity of her concerns. And the need to ensure her safety in the face of unsettling events that have unfolded at her own doorstep. The legal process will ultimately determine the course of action in this troubling case.

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