Britney Spears Apologizes For ‘Pretending Like I’ve Been OK’ Following Her Conservatorship Hearing

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Brintey Spears saw fans rush to her defense once again on Wednesday after details of her conservatorship hearing were made available to the public. It was here that the singer spoke to a judge for the first time in the thirteen years that conservatorship has existed and asked that it be terminated. She labeled it as “abusive” and added, “I’ve been in denial. I’ve been in shock. I am traumatized. I just want my life back.” She also detailed the restrictive lifestyle it forced her to live.

Her comments resulted in an outpour of support from the music world, which included her ex-boyfriend Justin Timberlake. On Thursday, for the first time since that hearing, Spears spoke out in a message she shared on Instagram.

“I’m bringing this to peoples attention because I don’t want people to think my life is perfect because IT’S DEFINITELY NOT AT ALL,” she wrote in part under an image that displayed a quote written by Albert Einstein. “And if you have read anything about me in the news this week [newspaper emoji]… you obviously really know now it’s not !!!!

“I apologize for pretending like I’ve been ok the past two years,” Spears wrote. “I did it because of my pride and I was embarrassed to share what happened to me … but honestly who doesn’t want to capture there Instagram in a fun light.” She concluded, “Believe it or not pretending that I’m ok has actually helped.”

You can read the full statement from Britney in the post above.

Mary J. Blige Rejects Idea Of “Verzuz”: “That’s Not On The Top Of My List”

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Fans of Verzuz haven’t been quiet about their desire to see Mary J. Blige take to the stage. Over the past year or so, fans have been begging to see the Queen of Hp-Hop Soul share just a handful of her favorite hits, however, who her opponent may be has been called into question. Recently, there were rumors that Toni Braxton and Mary J. Blige would unite for a Verzuz on July 4, however, Verzuz quickly swooped in to lay the gossip to rest. 

“We love both ladies, but this is not a confirmed #VERZUZ event,” Verzuz shared earlier this week. “Please stay tuned for upcoming announcements on our future shows.”

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During her recent appearance on The Breakfast Club, Blige was asked if she would consider making an appearance on the popular series. “I don’t know what a Verzuz would do for me,” she said with a laugh. The hosts told her it isn’t about her, but for fans to celebrate her career and catalog. The singer laughed along with them but didn’t seem interested.

“I’m not sure what a Verzuz could do for Mary J. Blige right now, but um, right now, it’s not something that’s on the top of my list.” Fans are disappointed, but they seemed to understand her position. Check out the clip below.

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Rudy Giuliani Gets Law License Suspended Due To Lies About 2020 Election: Report

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As the attorney and right-hand man to former President Donald Trump, Rudy Giuliani has made headlines over his dedication to the MAGA cause. The former mayor of New York has been hailed by the right and far-right while being reviled by those who oppose Trump, and because he was a lawyer to the president, a global audience carefully watched what Giuliani reported to constituents.

Giuliani has reportedly been under investigation over remarks he made during the 2020 Presidential Election and a New York court reportedly came down on him this week. According to The New York Times, Giuliani had his law license suspended for making “misleading statements.”

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The Times reported that the suspension is temporary, meaning, for the time being, Giuliani is barred from practicing law in New York and may possibly be disbarred. The politician and lawyer previously argued that the 2020 Election was fraudulent, as did many other Republicans, but it may cost him his career. The court’s decision came in a 33-page document where they condemned Giuliani because his words and actions were reported as an “immediate threat” and “directly inflamed” the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol.

“One only has to look at the ongoing present public discord over the 2020 election, which erupted into violence, insurrection and death on Jan. 6, 2021, at the U.S. Capitol, to understand the extent of the damage that can be done when the public is misled by false information about the elections,” the court stated in documents.

“The seriousness of respondent’s uncontroverted misconduct cannot be overstated. This country is being torn apart by continued attacks on the legitimacy of the 2020 election and of our current president, Joseph R. Biden,” the decision read. Next up for Giuliani are disciplinary proceedings where he can fight the decision, but the court made it clear that Guiliani would likely face “permanent sanctions.”

Guiliani’s lawyers were unsurprisingly upset with this latest news. “This is unprecedented as we believe that our client does not pose a present danger to the public interest,” they reportedly said. “We believe that once the issues are fully explored at a hearing, Mr. Giuliani will be reinstated as a valued member of the legal profession that he has served so well in his many capacities for so many years.”

Read Trump’s response to Giuliani’s latest misfortune below.

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DaBaby Stays In Throwback Mode W/ ‘Red Light Green Light’

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North Carolina rapper DaBaby must be feeling nostalgic. A week after dropping a video for “Ball If I Want To” that takes him back to high school, the Billion Dollar Baby boss announced a new video “Red Light Green Light” dropping Friday that has undeniable 1990s West Coast vibes. DaBaby Set To Drop ‘Red Light […]

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Fans Gave Tory Lanez A Taste Of His Own Medicine After He Said He Got Into A Car Accident

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The past year hasn’t been the best of times for Tory Lanez. The singer, who once spent heavy time within the mainstream R&B world, would see this popularity quickly vanish after Megan Thee Stallion confirmed that the Canadian act shot her last July. The incident forced Megan to get surgery for her injuries while Tory was later hit with assault and gun charges. It also saw many fans across the music world rightfully turn their backs on the singer, and if you thought those ill feelings faded away a collection of tweets from them in response to a message from Tory has proven otherwise this week.

Tory revealed that he was recently involved in a car accident during an Uber ride in Sherman Oaks, California. “We almost just died,” he said about the matter to his followers. “We got into a car accident in a fu*kin’ Uber. Oh my gosh, bro.”

In a later tweet, he added, “It almost felt like someone knew to crash into us.” After fans caught wind of the news about Tory’s car accident as well as his suspicions about it, many decided that giving him a taste of his own medicine was a better move than sending get well wishes.

One person wrote, “Was yall there to see the accident in the car that he was supposedly in? Gotta hear both sides before we jump to conclusions.” This of course is a reference to Tory denying that he shot Megan and going as far as to question the validity of her claims. Many other fans would share similar responses to the car accident news. Another asked, “Is the car good?” while a third person wrote, “I’m on the cars side! we don’t know everything that happened.”

You can read more responses from fans below.

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Ashanti: 4 Pics Of The Grammy Winner Working For Her Hollywood Star

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R&B star Ashanti deserves all the love. The Grammy-winning artist has recently been awarded the honor of her own Hollywood Walk of Fame Star and it’s no secret why. The New York native is no stranger to hard work and it’s clear from the time she spends in the studio and on her music. Get […]

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Drake Calls “Cap” On Justin LaBoy Interview Rumors

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As the release of Certified Lover Boy looms over our heads, Drake is putting in work behind the scenes. He recently promised fans that he would deliver his highly-anticipated album before summer’s end, so as the public awaits, Drizzy occasionally surfaces on social media with an upload or two. This week, he posted that his pool parties are looking different these days now that he’s a father hosting at-home carnival gigs for his son Adonis Graham, but on Thursday (June 24), he appeared in a comment section to set the record straight on a rumor that went viral.

Respectfully Justin has been in operation over the past few months as Justin LaBoy and Justin Combs co-host the late-night show featuring celebrity guests. Anything is up for conversation, including relationships, sex, careers, and the like, but when LaBoy claimed he had Drake on the schedule, fans ate it up.

“Drake interview coming sooner than expected #RespectfullyJustin,” tweeted LaBoy. The message was reposted by the Toronto Rappers Instagram account, and it didn’t take long for Drake to slide in the comments. He didn’t say much, but he dropped off a “cap” emoji, letting it be known that it wasn’t true.

LaBoy later deleted the tweet, but screenshots had already begun making their way throughout social media. You can check out the post and Drake’s response below, along with a few reactions to the potential interview.

Is Safaree Bleaching His Skin? Erica Mena’s Ex Says ‘It’ll All Make Sense Soon’

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Reality TV star and rapper Safaree claims he’s now bleaching his skin, but a lot of his social media followers don’t believe him. The estranged husband of “Love & Hip-Hop” star Erica Mena even posted a picture of himself looking lighter, but people still aren’t buying it. Safaree Shocks Fans W/ ‘Bleached’ Skin Photo “Love […]

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T-Pain & Kehlani Hustle A Few Cowboys In “I Like Dat” Visual

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Thankfully, T-Pain finally checked those hidden DMs after years of not knowing they existed, and what resulted was a steady stream of collaborations. The singer recently shared with the world that he was unaware of hundreds of messages from a few famous figures looking to connect, one being Kehlani. Almost immediately, the pair were able to link up for their “I Like Dat” single, even giving a sneak peek prior to its release while on Instagram Live together.

While previewing the track last month, Kehlani told T-Pain that collaborating with him was one of her goals. “This is like, on my bucket list,” said the singer. She added with a laugh, “If I could go back and tell my teenage self, ‘You gotta song with T-Pain,’ I’d probably die.”

On Thursday (June 24), T-Pain and Kehlani shared their Western-inspired visual where she’s seen flirting with the ladies as he shucks his “T-Pain’s Drank” to unsuspecting locals. Check out the music video for “I Like Dat” and let us know what you think.

OnlyFans Seeks $1Bil Valuation, May Get Rid Of Sex Work: Report

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The OnlyFans boom helped thousands of people survive losing their jobs during quarantine, but it’s reported that the site may be changing up its policies in the near future. Throughout 2020, OnlyFans became the place to be for people involved in sex work of all types, from nude photos to hardcore pornography. People, including celebrities, have capitalized off of the subscription-based site, but according to new reports, OnlyFans may be getting rid of their risqué content altogether.

Bloomberg released a report this week stating OnlyFans is seeking that coveted billion-dollar valuation, and in order to do so, they may need to make themselves more attractive to advertisers.

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Unfortunately for the company, it’s reported that they are allegedly struggling to find major advertisers due to their pornographic content. OnlyFans has also become a place where celebrities can connect with fans, for a price, and it’s proven lucrative for those with dedicated fanbases who want personalized messages or even brief chats with their favorite artists or sports figures.

It’s understood that tens of thousands of people are making money without ever getting naked, yet still, OnlyFans has developed a global reputation as being the go-to spot for adult entertainers. If the company opts to rid itself of sex workers, some suggest that it could do more damage than good.

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