Barry Hankerson Claims Aaliyah’s Mother “Knew A Lot More” About R. Kelly Relationship

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Fuel has been added to the fire of the scandal involving the relationship between Aaliyah and R. Kelly. It has been long and widely reported that the disgraced singer carried on an inappropriate relationship with Aaliyah when she was a young teen, even marrying her when she was just 15 years old. Sadly, Aaliyah would never get the chance to share her side of what occurred during those early years as she was entrusted to Kelly by her family to help shape her career, but there has been speculation for decades.

We have recently seen Aaliyah’s catalog make its way to DSPs now that Blackground Records is back up and running thanks to its owner, Aaliyah’s uncle, Barry Hankerson. He has been on a press run to speak about his new app as well as Aaliyah’s life and career, and recently, he sat down with Dr. Oz.

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During the chat, Hankerson was once again asked about Aaliyah’s relationship with Kelly, and he was insistent that he did not know that she was allegedly being sexually abused. “Didn’t have a clue,” he said. “Completely ignorant to it.” However, he did admit that there were members of the family that knew about what was going on.

“I think my sister knew a lot more than what we thought she knew,” Hankerson said of Diane Haughton, Aaliyah’s mother. This brief clip has slowly begun circulating online and fans aren’t believing his story. However, there have been rumors about who did and did not know about Aaliyah and R. Kelly. People have come forward to blast Hankerson over this interview as they recalled him continuing to work with Kelly following Aaliyah’s death.

Check it out below.

G-Eazy Arrested Following Nightclub Brawl In NYC: Report

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It looks as if G-Eazy had a rough evening following an alleged altercation in New York City. The Big Apple has been buzzing with news as New York Fashion Week, the MTV Video Music Awards, and the Met Gala all occurred within days of one another. Celebrities have descended on the city in droves and the rich and-or famous have been filtering in and out of luxury hotels and exclusive nightclubs.

According to reports, on Monday (September 13) evening, G-Eazy and his crew were at the Standard hotel’s club when they had an argument with another group. Page Six reported that it was a little after 12:30 a.m. when a person in the rapper’s entourage “ended up hitting socialite Daniel Chetrit” over the head with a bottle.

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Chetrit reportedly calls the likes of the Kardashian-Jenners good friends and his multi-million dollar family once owned the infamous Chelsea Hotel. On Monday evening, G-Eazy was arrested and “charged with assault after a 29-year-old male and 32-year-old male reported being struck by the defendant.” 

TMZ stated that the fight apparently continued once the two groups made their way outside and it was there that G-Eazy allegedly punched someone. Chetrit reportedly visited a hospital for treatment while the person who claimed to be hit by G-Eazy did not. The rapper will stand before a judge at a later date. He has not publicly addressed this arrest just yet.

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Pop Smoke’s Mother Speaks Out After The Late Rapper’s Gravesite Was Vandalized

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It’s been over a year since Pop Smoke’s tragic death, and the rapper was shot and killed during a home invasion, and his passing still haunts the music community. It’s not surprising how any form of disrespect towards him may cause turmoil. An example came recently, when Audrey Jackson, the late rapper’s mother, shared on her Instagram page that her son’s gravesite was vandalized.

On Monday, Jackson posted a string of Instagram videos that captured the damage that was done to her son’s gravesite. “So, chips leftover from either them trying to break in or from it being fixed to at least have it covered,” she says in the video. “But this was unnecessary, whoever you are.” She also shared her frustration at the damage in the post’s caption, writing, “Whoever you are, you have my attention. Now what!?.”

In a separate post, Jackson showed Pop Smoke’s father cleaning up the damage. The vandalism was initially reported by TMZ on September 11, which showed that someone pried it open. The publication also reported his casket may have been pulled out, as scrape marks on the floor suggest, but this was not confirmed by Pop Smoke’s family.

You can take a look a Pop Smoke’s mother’s Instagram posts above.

Britney Spears’ Instagram Account Appears To Be No Longer Active

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For the better part of the last two years, Britney Spears has used her Instagram account to complain about her longstanding conservatorship and the ways it has restricted her lifestyle. She criticized those close to her who failed to when they were needed needed. She also slammed the paparazzi and apologized to her fanbase for misleading them about her well-being. But it recently vanished, for reasons currently unknown.

Spears’ Instagram page was either suspended or deleted on Tuesday, leaving many to question what happened to cause its removal. The news comes just two days after she used her Instagram account to confirm her engagement to Sam Asghari, her boyfriend of four years. In a post to her page, an image shows her standing beside Asghari, showing how much she likes the ring he got for her. To the proposal, she happily replies, “Yes!”

The turn of events also comes after her father filed a petition with the Los Angeles Superior Court to end her 13-year conservatorship. Jamie Spears said his daughter is “entitled to have this Court now seriously consider whether this conservatorship is no longer required.” He added that, “grounds for establishment of a conservatorship may no longer exist.”

Norm MacDonald, “Saturday Night Live” Icon, Passes Away At 61

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America’s longest-running sketch variety show is mourning the loss of a beloved alum. Norm MacDonald is known for his various appearances on film, television, and the comedy stage, but millions of fans recall him as the host of Saturday Night Live‘s “Weekend Update” from 1994 to 1998. The sharp, straight-forward comedic delivery was something that made him a stand out and it is being reported that MacDonald passed away on Tuesday (September 14) at the age of 61.

According to Deadline, the actor’s longtime producing partner and good friend Lori Jo Hoekstra delivered the sorrowful news, along with a cause of death.

MacDonald reportedly had been quietly battling cancer for the better part of a decade and was determined to keep his health struggles away from the public. Hoekstra was with MacDonald when he transitioned and issued a statement about her late friend.

“He was most proud of his comedy,” Hoekstra said. “He never wanted the diagnosis to affect the way the audience or any of his loved ones saw him. Norm was a pure comic. He once wrote that ‘a joke should catch someone by surprise, it should never pander.’ He certainly never pandered. Norm will be missed terribly.”

The tributes have poured in by the thousands from those who knew him dearly and others who were impacted by his talents. We send our sincerest condolences to his loved ones. Check out a few posts about Norm MacDonald below.

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Nicki Minaj Calls Piers Morgan A “Stupid Piece Of Sh*t” Over “AGT” Accusation

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Twitter has turned into a bout of Nicki Minaj versus the world following her COVID-19 remarks. The celebrated rapper took over timelines yesterday (September 14) after she revealed that she had not received the vaccine, had tested positive for COVID, and would not be attending the Met Gala in New York City. The event required attendees to be vaccinated and while Nicki did advocate for people to get the shot, she also stated that she needed to do more research before making a decision for herself.

Minaj also shared a story about her cousin’s friend who claimed that his testicles were enlarged after receiving the vaccine, causing him to go impotent. The memes and jokes poured in by the thousands, but people like Joy-Ann Reid and Meghan McCain came forward to call her out.

Piers Morgan never skips a beat to interject his voice into a social media conversation and decided to use the opportunity to fire off accusations against Minaj. He claimed that she once snubbed him and his children while visiting America’s Got Talent. A back and forth ensued, resulting in Nicki asking Morgan to get on Instagram Live with her.

“Professor Whitty beefing with the ghastly @NICKIMINAJ (one of the rudest little madams I’ve ever met) is not the breaking news that I expected today – but it’s most welcome. She’s peddling lies that will cost lives,” tweeted Morgan. Nicki liked the “little madam” line so much she put it in her Twitter profile. 

“Sir I’ve never met you. I know… we all look alike,” she replied. “Thanks Pierce. Love the accent. I’d love to come chat. Scones. Tea. Clown nose & big red shoes for you. Lmk babe.” Morgan corrected the spelling of his name and egged her on, detailing the story of how she curved him.

“Madam, we met on @AGT when you appeared as a guest act – but you refused to say hello to my three young sons because you were ‘too busy’. Oh, and it’s ‘Piers’ – I know, we Brit names all sound alike,” he quipped before retweeting a screenshot of Nicki’s appearance on the show. She added, “Stop fkng lying. I never turn down pics with kids. If a middle person told you that, they were out of line. don’t blame me you stupid piece of sh*t.”

It’s unclear if these two will battle it out on Livestream, but you can check it out below.

Tems Shares New EP “If Orange Was A Place” Ft. Brent Faiyaz

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If there’s one name that left the summer still blazing hot, it’s Tems. The release of her debut EP, For Broken Ears dropped last summer which sparked her buzz before it was cemented with the release of WizKid’s Made In Lagos single, “Essence.” Throughout the year, the song blew up before earning a remix featuring Justin Bieber and rang out all summer 2021. On top of that, she closed out the summer with an appearance on Drake’s Certified Lover Boy. 

Coming off of an incredibly successful summer, Tems has unveiled her debut EP, “If Orange Was A Place.” The five-song record includes the previously released single “Crazy Tings” and features Brent Faiyaz who appears on “Replay.”

Check out the debut EP from Tems below and sound off in the comments with your favorite song on the album.

Derez De’Shon & Money Mu Connect On “Residue”

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Before artists like Rod Wave and Yung Bleu cemented their name in the rap game, it was Derez De’Shon that brought the sounds of “pain rap” to the masses. Singles like “Hardaway” became undeniable bangers that echoed through the streets while the Pain mixtape series produced records that fans continue to spin regularly. Unfortunately, this year has been particularly quiet on his end which likely means that he’s been locking in the studio, preparing for the right time to pop out.

This week, the rapper returned with his latest single featuring Money Mu titled, “Residue.” Marking his second single of the year, it follows the release of “In My Feelings.” Derez and Money Mu swap bars over hypnotizing trap production as they detail their rise to the top of the game.

Quotable Lyrics
That money got residue
I came up juugin’ right on Second Avenue
Throwin’ plays to my dawg like a lateral
Put that shit on, I’m in Louis V casual 

Kanye West Made Collaborators Wear “Donda” Merch During Studio Sessions

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Every artist has their own specific vibe in the studio. Some enjoy recording with only the engineer in the room while others prefer bringing a group of people in the studio to capture an authentic vibe. Kanye West is notorious for enforcing a strict set of rules when in recording sessions. For My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, collaborators were forbidden from tweeting or wearing hipster hats. For Jesus Is King, ‘Ye directed those involved to abstain from pre-marital sex. And for Donda, everyone was expected to be wearing Yeezy merch.


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Fivio Foreign recently sat down with Power 106.1’s LA Leakers where he discussed coming back home and his relationship with Kanye. Fivio had one of the best verses on Donda and ended up spending a significant amount of time with ‘Ye. So, when it came down to his set of studio rules, he said that he would be making everyone wear his merch.

“Everybody gotta be wearing Fivio merch,” he told DJ Sour Milk and Justin Credible. “I learned that from ‘Ye. When we was at the ‘Ye shit… We had the vest on. He made us all wear Donda merch. Know we on Donda time.”

While there were bulletproof vests with Donda written in front of them, it seems like everyone was able to leave with a pair of Yeezys, as well.

“Yeezys, certain pants. No, this is what he do. It’s like a uniform. He’ll give us like Yeezys, some time of pants — some type of black cargo — and then Donda shirts. That’s what he do,” Fivio explained. “Uniform. So I guess it take away the, like, egos.”

Check the clip below.  

Ciara Reps Her Hubby At Met Gala 2021 In These Must-See Pics

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R&B star Ciara killed her Met Gala 2021 look. The theme for this year’s star-studded ceremony was “American Independence” and nothing is more American than good ole American football. CiCi transformed her husband Russell Wilson‘s Seahawks jersey into a dress all while wearing his Super Bowl XLVIII ring. The green dress has a train and […]