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ASAP Rocky Talks New Album While Going For A Run

October 31, 2023 by newhiphopnews

It’s been a while since ASAP Rocky fans have gotten a new album from the rapper. His last album TESTING dropped all the way back in 2018 and though he’s released plenty of singles since then a follow-up album hasn’t yet materialized. Rocky has been teasing his next project which he’s said is titled Don’t Be Dumb but information has been vague. That’s why fans are taking new info on the project through any way they can get it.

Recently, TMZ caught up with the rapper while he was going for a jog and decided to try and ask him some questions. In the admittedly hilarious video, he clarifies that he is still working on the album. Later in the story, the publication notes that it’s still expected to be released later this year. On top of that detail, he was able to recommend the perfect running shoes and also let out a big laugh when asked if he and Rihanna plan on having any more kids. Check out the comedic interactions below.

ASAP Rocky Doesn’t Slow Down To Tease New Album

Don’t Be Dumb may not be the only new music fans hear from A$AP Rocky this year. Kid Cudi similarly had to delay his upcoming album INSANO but that hasn’t stopped him from teasing it. During a recent live performance he let slip that a myriad of high-profile guests, including Rocky, made contributions to the album.

Earlier this month, ASAP Rocky also hit up The Alchemist’s home studio alongside Earl Sweatshirt. Earl and Alc just released a new collaborative album earlier this year, though Rocky wasn’t featured on it. That didn’t stop fans from speculating over how good a collaboration from the trio at some point in the future could be. Rocky and Earl have never collaborated on a song together before. What do you think of ASAP Rocky telling fans he’s continuing to work on Don’t Be Dumb? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Britney Spears Traffic Stop Body Cam Footage Emerges: Watch

October 31, 2023 by newhiphopnews

While much of the recent news cycle in Britney Spears’s life has been dominated by her new memoir, there have been other stories popping up. During a bit of a turbulent time for the singer where she was facing public backlash for videos she posted where she appeared to be dancing with knives, she was hit with another slight public drama. That was when it came to light that she had been pulled over twice, once in September and once in October.

Now, body cam footage of both encounters has made its way online. TMZ shared the videos, neither of which paint Britney in all that bad of a light. In both clips, she’s very apologetic and provides explanations for her actions. During the first stop, she’s asked why she doesn’t have info like her license and proof of insurance. She explained that her security usually holds onto documentation like that. In the second clip, her explanation for a traffic violation is much simpler. She explains to the officer that she just has to go to the bathroom and is in a big hurry as a result. Check out the clip of Spears’ first traffic stop below.

Britney Spears Traffic Stop Videos

Britney Spears’s new memoir The Woman In Me made a big splash with fans online. The person most impacted by the story’s revelations was definitely Justin Timberlake. Spears revealed details on their time dating in the early 2000s. That included Timberlake getting her pregnant and the “excruciating” experience she had terminating the pregnancy.

It also detailed Timberlake breaking up with her via text. The text reportedly came to Britney while she was on set of the film Crossroads. Fans weren’t happy about that detail in particular and began to attack Justin online. The hate got so loud that Timberlake was forced to turn off the comments on all of his Instagram posts. What do you think of the new videos of Britney Spears’s recent traffic stops? Let us know in the comment section below.

Read More: Who Has Britney Spears Dated?

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Lizzo’s Current Tour Staff Back Her In Lawsuit From Ex-Dancers

October 27, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Earlier this year Lizzo fans were shocked by the news that the R&B star was being sued by some of her ex-dancers. The details of the suit contained some concerning allegations of workplace harassment and even sexual misconduct against the singer and members of her team. Though she took her time releasing a follow-up, her legal team has been bustling since then. They’ve responded to every new development in the case and public perception is still very mixed.

Now, TMZ has found that 18 members of Lizzo’s current legal team have written statements standing by the singer for the case. One in particular specifically denied one of the claims in the lawsuit. Kiara Mooring refuted the claim that there were unspoken rules that dancers had to go out with the singer when invited. “This claim also makes no sense because plenty of the dancers (myself included) did not go to Bananenbar that night and we still have our job dancing with Lizzo.” That’s only the beginning of the testimony emerging from various dancers. They make statements aiming to poke holes in numerous claims made by the three ex-dancers in their original suit. Check out their full claims below.

Lizzo Defended By Current Staff

Despite the controversy, Lizzo has managed to carry on mostly unphased. She’s continued to deny all the allegations against her and began making public appearances again. Last month, she attended the Black Music Action Coalition Gala. During the event she accepted a humanitarian award with some of her remaining dancers on stage with her.

She’s also continued to receive support from some of her allies in the music industry. In an interview with Rolling Stone, SZA came to her defense. The pair are notoriously close friends and have collaborated on music before. While the “Kill Bill” singer was reluctant to comment on the legal matters much, she spoke positively of Lizzo’s personality and character when asked about her. What do you think of current Lizzo staffers having her back in the lawsuit brought by former employees? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Chris Brown Faces New Lawsuit Over London Nightclub Altercation

October 26, 2023 by newhiphopnews

R&B superstar Chris Brown finds himself in the legal hot seat yet again. This time, TMZ reported that he’s facing a new lawsuit stemming from a nightclub altercation in London. The lawsuit alleges that Brown was involved in a violent incident that left a man severely injured. Apparently this lead to a hospital stay for the individual. According to TMZ, the plaintiff in this case is Abe Diaw. He claims that Chris Brown assaulted him at the TAPE nightclub in England. According to the lawsuit, the incident took place in February and involved a bottle of Don Julio 1942 tequila being used as a weapon. Diaw asserts that Brown wielded the tequila bottle like a club, striking him with “crushing blows.” It’s a troubling accusation that adds to the list of legal troubles Brown has faced in recent years.

Furthermore, this latest lawsuit comes in the wake of several other legal challenges for the artist. Notably, there’s a bizarre case concerning a loan from a bank that was allegedly used to purchase two Popeyes Chicken locations. City National Bank filed this lawsuit in California, where Brown resides, alleging that the loan involved multiple individuals, including songwriter The-Dream. The suit states that as of February 17, 2023, there remains a substantial unpaid balance of $2,140,901.74 in principal and interest. Moreover, the bank has been seeking repayment since 2018.

Chris Brown In Hot Water

LOS ANGELES, CA – JANUARY 15: Singer Chris Brown attends a progress hearing at Los Angeles Superior Court on January 15, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. Brown was first placed on probation after the 2009 domestic violence case in which he plead guilty to assaulting his then-girlfriend, singer Rihanna. (Photo by Lucy Nicholson – Pool/Getty Images)

Additionally, Chris Brown is embroiled in a different lawsuit related to a dog attack. Two sisters, Maria and Patricia Avila, who worked as housekeepers at Brown’s residence, claim that one of his dogs attacked them. Maria seeks a staggering $71 million in damages for her injuries, while Patricia is pursuing compensation for “extreme emotional distress.” The alleged incident occurred while they were employed by Brown at a rate of $600 per day. It’s worth noting that Chris Brown’s legal entanglements have been a recurring theme in recent years. However, despite his undeniable talent and popularity in the music industry, these legal challenges continue to cast a shadow over his career.

Moreover, the nightclub altercation in London is the most recent addition to the list. It remains to be seen how these lawsuits will play out in court. The individual making accusations against Chris Brown says that there is surveillance footage capturing the entire incident. According to the accuser, law enforcement in London possesses this purported video of the alleged assault. As the legal battles unfold, Chris Brown faces an uphill struggle. Hopefully he can resolve these various issues and maintain his career in the midst of ongoing legal turmoil.

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Sisqo Reacts To Mario’s Mt. Rushmore Picks: “Did He Sell More Records Than Me?”

October 22, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Sisqo says that he’s more worthy to be on the Mt. Rushmore of R&B than Mario after he recently placed himself on the list next to Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Beyonce. Sisqo discussed Mario’s picks during an interview with TMZ at LAX.

“Mario’s from Baltimore right?” Sisqo began. “Did he sell more records than me? I don’t know. It’s a numbers game ain’t it? We’ve known Mario since he was younger. He’s always been a fantastic singer. As an artist, you’ve got to have that confidence so more power to you. However, you got to sell more than the dragon coming from Baltimore if you wanna be on the Mt. Rushmore.”

Sisqo Performs At Essence Festival Of Culture

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – JULY 02: Sisqo performs onstage during the 2022 Essence Festival of Culture at the Louisiana Superdome on July 2, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Bennett Raglin/Getty Images for Essence)

As for Mario’s take, he shared his Mt. Rushmore during a separate conversation with TMZ, earlier this month. “Beyoncé, Michael Jackson, me,” he said at the time. “You know why I say that? Hold on. I grew up listening to so many different types of music — my mother and my grandmother — so I got like two generations of soul music, just great R&B.” After naming Whitney Houston as well, he also remarked that if he could have more than four names, he’d go with Usher. Check out Sisqo’s response to the comments below.

Sisqo Discusses Mario’s R&B Mt. Rushmore Picks

Elsewhere in Sisqo’s interview with TMZ, he discussed the release of Drake’s new album, For All The Dogs. “I just want to say that I think it’s really cool that Drake came out with an album. Everybody has their take on what Drake did and I think he did a fantastic job of just being an artist,” he said. Be on the lookout for further updates on Sisqo as well as Mario on HotNewHipHop.

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Keefe D Arraigned In Court For Alleged Involvement In Tupac’s Murder: Details

October 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The next chapter in the Tupac murder trial is officially under way. His alleged killer Keefe D was originally due to be arraigned in court two weeks ago but the lawyer he hired failed to show up. It was then rescheduled today where the district attorney expects Keefe to plea guilty.

Earlier this year the investigation into Tupac’s murder was revived when Las Vegas police raided a home in connection to the murder. It quickly became clear that the investigation was centered around Keefe D. Keefe has become notorious for going on various podcasts and spilling details on his role in the murder. Police later confirmed that his continued discussion of the case was one of the primary reasons that the investigation was reopened. That eventually led to Keefe’s arrest in late September, which began his trial for the apparent drive-by shooting. Check out the live stream of the arraignment below.

Keefe D Appearing In Court Today

Some with personal connections to the trial aren’t so happy that it’s been reopened. Tupac’s own brother says that the trial being reopened did nothing but bring back the trauma of the murder. Others like his sister and Jada Pinkett Smith have expressed the opposite opinion. They both claimed that they’re happy justice is finally being served and are happy someone is being held responsible for Pac’s murder. Others like Pac’s former collaborator Napoleon think that the rapper himself wouldn’t even want someone prosecuted for his murder at this point.

Tupac’s name has also been brought up recently by Jada Pinkett Smith. In promotional interviews for her new memoir, she shared details about her relationship with Tupac. That included Jada describing him as her “soulmate” and telling the story of how he once proposed to her while in prison. She turned him down because she believed that he would have divorced her once he was released. What do you think of Keefe D facing his arraignment in court today? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Jussie Smollett Heads To Rehab For Unspecified Issues

October 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Representatives for Jussie Smollett have told TMZ that the actor has entered rehab to address unspecified issues. “Jussie has had an extremely difficult past few years. He has quietly been working very hard for some time now and we are proud of him for taking these necessary steps,” a statement from his team read. Furthermore, the outlet was told that Smollett is in an outpatient program.

The move comes amid Smollett’s ongoing appeal over the 2021 guilty verdict in his criminal case. Smollett was sentenced to 150 days in prison for fabricating a hate crime. The actor claimed that he was attacked by two masked Trump supporters who physically assaulted him and placed a noose around his neck. However, the men in question testified at Smollett’s trial that he had paid them to help stage the attack. Smollett, who served six days of his sentence, is appealing the verdict. A court date has been set for December following five continues of the appeal.

Smollett’s Vivica A. Fox Project Seemingly On Hold

ATLANTA, GA – SEPTEMBER 04: Jussie Smollett attends Atlanta Black Pride Weekend Pure Heat Community Festival at Piedmont Park on September 4, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)

Additionally, the rehab move likely puts a pause on Smollett’s current film project. As reported earlier this year, Smollett is seemingly set to make his directorial debut. Little is known about The Lost Holiday. However, set photos obtained by TMZ show that Vivica A. Fox is set to star. The two previously worked together on the TV show Empire. Furthermore, Fox has been a vocal supporter of Smollett, even after he was found guilty of the hoax.

If the project makes it to release, it will be Smollett’s first involvement in a motion picture since 2017. Smollett made two on-screen appearances that year – as Ricks in Alien: Covenant and as poet Langston Hughes in the biopic Marshall. However, Smollett has been a persona non grata in Hollywood after he was written out of the final season of Empire following the reveal of his hoax.

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Britney Spears Busted For Driving Without A License

October 10, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nothing has been easy for Britney Spears recently. As her private and public lives increasingly merge together she’s also had to weather a divorce from husband Sam Asghari. As a result, insiders have claimed that she has very few close allies remaining in her life. One report, in particular, claimed that her lawyer and manager were the only two people left in her inner circle. Much of her family is estranged, though whether or not they deserve to be is very much up for debate at the moment.

The problems piled up for Britney last month when she was pulled over and hit with two tickets. According to TMZ, she was pulled over for speeding on September 10th. She got off with a warning for the speeding but was handed down two citations for driving without her license or proof of insurance with her. Thankfully all she will be responsible for is paying a fee of $1140, which the pop star should be capable of. While car troubles are far from the priority issue for Spears recently, it’s another unfortunate hurdle as issues pile up for her. Check out the full story below.

Britney Spears’s Traffic Violations

Britney Spears Ticketed for Driving Without License and Insurance https://t.co/8QcCo97oET

— TMZ (@TMZ) October 10, 2023

The biggest controversy surrounding Britney Spears recently has been a series of videos she shared to Instagram. In the clips she shows off her dance moves while wielding a pair of knives that immediately had fans concerned for her wellbeing. While she claimed that the knives were fake, that didn’t stop fans from calling in a wellness check on the singer.

Recently, Britney posted another video that restarted fan concern. While the clip doesn’t contain the knives themselves, it does feature a bandage on Spear’s finger. Many fans jumped to the reasonable conclusion that she hurt herself while trying to make one of the knife videos. What do you think of Britney Spears being ticketed for driving without her license and insurance with her? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Jamie Foxx Proves He’s In Good Health At Halloween Horror Nights

October 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

While some have been engaging in Halloween prep for weeks, now it’s officially the time of year where people start to really kick it into gear. That was the case for Jamie Foxx, as well as any other celebrities and horror fans in general recently. Universal Studios kicked off its Halloween Horror Nights series. While Foxx may have been scared at some point he was clearly all good by the time he got the chance to pose with some of the cast for a great photo-op. According to TMZ, other celebrities like Nicole Richie and actresses Barbie Ferreira and Ariana Madix got their own great pics with the Horror Nights crew. Check out all the photos below.

Earlier this year, Jamie Foxx suffered from some kind of major health scare while on set. While it wasn’t officially confirmed what happened many speculated in the months since. After an extended absence from the public eye during his recovery period, Foxx is getting back into the swing of things. Last month, cameras spotted him in Cabo enjoying a beach vacation with his girlfriend Alyce Huckstepp. Even though an insider reported that some of Foxx’s friends are concerned he could rush into marriage following his health scare, it’s still nice to see him looking fully healthy.

Jamie Foxx Poses With Cast At Halloween Horror Nights

Jamie Foxx Hits Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights https://t.co/SElPcEJlqn

— TMZ (@TMZ) October 9, 2023

Despite his long road to making a complete recovery, Foxx has stayed very busy. Reports last month claimed that he had 8 different projects currently in the works despite his health situation. One of those is an acting role in the upcoming film The Burial which recently got its first trailer.

In the clips shared from the films Jamie Foxx takes on the role of a charismatic, fast talking lawyer. The film is a dramatization of the actual events of a real court case between two funeral home owners. What do you think of Jamie Foxx’s great photo from Halloween Horror Nights? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Britney Spears Fans Think She Hurt Herself After Another New Instagram Post

October 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Britney Spears’s social media posts have become an extensively discussed subject in recent months. She’s made it a point to post to her Instagram pretty often which sparked intrigue for a variety of reasons. Some pointed out the purely bizarre nature of some of the videos which often featured Spears dancing in her living room to various songs. Other posts she made featured veiled callouts of various people in her life who have wronged her.

But a few weeks ago she posted multiple videos dancing with a pair of knives, which had fans quickly worried. While Spears claimed that the knives were fake, not all of her followers believed her. According to TMZ, new evidence for fans using that theory has emerged, and quickly faded. Spears posted a new video to Instagram where she was once again dancing, but this time with bandaged fingers. While the knives themselves don’t appear in the video the bandage on her fingers seemed to imply to many fans that she had an accident while trying to record a different video. Though she quickly deleted the post in question, it was enough time for fans to develop concern for the singer. Check out the post itself below.

Britney Spears Has Fans Concerned Over Injured Finger

After previous videos, fans were so concerned about Spears that they called in a wellness check on her. She didn’t seem too happy about the gesture after police turned up to check on her. Thankfully, they reported that she was ultimately okay though that didn’t quell the concerns of many fans.

Britney Spears has a new memoir coming out later this month that could fill fans in on how her life has been through numerous high-profile controversies recently. After the way she called out numerous family members and ex-friends online recently, plenty of people have to be worried about the potentially detrimental content. What do you think of Britney Spears posting and quickly deleting a video that has fans concerned? Let us know in the comment section below.

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