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Celebrities regularly secretly tie the knot to keep their big days private, but when a press release was sent out stating that Pete Davidson had wed, the news was met with confusion. The Saturday Night Live star is no stranger to making headlines over his alleged romances and hook-ups, including his whirlwind relationship-turned-engagement to Ariana Grande. Since their split, Davidson has been tied to a string of women, so the news of his marriage took fans by surprise.

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According to TMZ, a company called Bodega Cats Presents made claims that Davidson and his childhood friend “Michelle” not only own the business but they walked down the aisle. “Pete and Michelle were childhood friends prior to starting Bodega Cats Presents and are married,” reads the simple statement. It doesn’t seem like much, but it’s enough for Davidson’s reps to get to work denying the allegations.

Who or what “Bodega Cats Presents” is remains a mystery, but TMZ further stated that the comedian’s attorney is contemplating legal action in the future. “The press release being circulated this morning about Pete Davidson is completely false,” the attorney said. “We are investigating and considering all legal and equitable remedies.” 

Davidson’s lawyer also said that the actor doesn’t know of or own the company.

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Clubhouse just keeps giving us new drama. A leaked clip from the popular chatroom hit the web, revealing that Tiffany Haddish thinks that Nicki Minaj is disrespectful. The app is supposed to shield and protect its users from leaked or recorded audio, however, that doesn’t seem to be working very well. The comment came after someone called Haddish the “Nicki Minaj of comedy.” Members in the chat room started to shade Nicki before Haddish chimed in, “And unlike Nicki, I treat everyone with respect and dignity.” 

Now, Haddish is seemingly acting confused about the beef. Or maybe, just confused about how it all started. She took to Twitter with a simple “Huh?” Apparently, the Minaj VS Haddish issue started in 2018, when the latter shaded Fifth Harmony, and the former stood up for them. “Don’t be coming for Fifth Harmony because Normani is that bitch!” Nicki said after a joke Haddish stated got under her skin. Fans are speculating that this was the start of their rift, although that seems like a very petty reason to start a beef. However, we have seen crazier things happen. Do you think this Haddish VS Minaj beef is real, or are fans just hyping things up?

Despite his infamy, Tekashi 6ix9ine has reportedly been able to rake in millions since his release from prison. The antagonizing artist has capitalized off of creating controversies that are usually launched after he digs underneath someone’s skin with insults and below-the-belt antics. Yet, it’s been profitable as the public chases after every story, but when Benny The Butcher revealed in May 2020 that 6ix9ine reached out for a feature, Rap fans were surprised at the request.

Akademiks would later state that 6ix9ine never contacted Benny for a verse, and in a recent interview with Big Facts Podcast, the Buffalo, New York icon explained what happened. “Aight, boom. What’s this n*gga name, man. I forget this n*gga name. I gave this n*gga my number but it was a joke. It was a prank,” said Benny. “That wasn’t [6ix9ine]. That sh*t all over the f*ckin’ internet. But you know what, before I posted that and said anything about it, I sat on it for like, three days. I’m like, ‘Did this n*gga really hit me?’ I’m like, the audacity of these people. It wasn’t that n*gga. It was this funny Instagram n*gga.”

“But to be clear, I would have never done that sh*t for ten million dollars,” the rapper continued. “Hell nah. I wouldn’t have done it. I wouldn’t have been able to show my face. All I got is who I am. Imagine if I’da did that, took that money, and then came in here. How would you look at me?” The hosts argued that a $10 million feature may be worth thinking about. Still, Benny The Butcher wasn’t moved.

“I can’t be blatantly used,” the rapper added. “I can’t be blatantly used like, ‘We bought this n*gga.’ That what n*ggas would have said. N*ggas would have seen me on the song and said, ‘They bought that n*gga.'” Benny reiterated that he couldn’t show his face around his friends if he would choose the route to collaborate with 6ix9ine.

Watch his clip and listen to his Big Facts Pod episode in full below. Would you collaborate with a controversial artist like 6ix9ine for $10 milli?

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Cardi B and Meg Thee Stallion’s single “WAP” drives conservatives insane. Fox News did a segment recently following the rappers’ performance of the single at the Grammys. The performance was lude and raunchy, although nowhere near as bad as their music video. In fact, Cardi and Meg’s performance can be placed in the same categories as JLo and Shakira at the Superbowl, or many of Beyonce’s or Madonna’s live performances. However, the intent of the lyrics ruffled many conservative feathers. 

Cardi B chose to use the fellow first lady Trump to highlight her love for getting a little wild. “I don’t know why candy is so bothered by WAP,” tweeted Cardi alongside a picture of a naked Melania. “I was just inspired by our former First Lady 😔. Anyways congrats on your new show I hope you speak more about WAP I need it to reach a new Audience to go 6x platinum.Any exposure will help .Love you candy 😘”

Candace Owens struck back, defending Melania. “What is your obsession with the Trump family? You are digging up modeling shots from our former First Lady from 3 decades ago,” she responded. “She has evolved, you have not. What you did at the Grammy’s was disgusting. Own it.” Owens’ takes are always interesting, to say the least. 

At this point, Erica Mena has developed a reputation as a person who doesn’t take criticism laying down. The Love & Hip Hop New York star walks the fine line of ignoring the haters who incessantly take jabs online and clapping back whenever she feels disrespected. On Tuesday (March 16), Mena decided to address allegations that she used the term “Black-owned business” for a company called The Crowned Lady. Someone shared a series of DMs to the business’s Instagram account where they demanded to know who the owner is.

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During the exchange, the person handling the business’s account told the user they wouldn’t give out the business’s private information because they are a small company. The Instagram user accused them of lying about being a Black-owned business and brought up the reality star, but the company said Erica Mena is paid to promote them.

Yet, according to Erica, things aren’t always what they seem. Another Instagram user posed a question that captured Mena’s attention. “Y not just list as a Latino owned ? Was that not an option?” the woman asked. Mena replied, “Why not contact me directly since you so concerned, is being a gullible troll your option?”

In another comment, she clarified why the business in question is labeled Black-owned. “So we going after people for being investors and business advisers in my friends and families businesses !?” she commented. “Because wake up call I always go all put for mine. I don’t give a F what you bloggers and trolls got to say about. Half of you struggle because the internet is all you have.” Swipe below to read through the DM exchange.

Tiger Woods was injured in a nasty car crash just a couple of weeks ago. The accident has caused a whirlwind of rumors to hit the web about Woods’ state of mind when he was driving. The legendary athlete reached out to his fans for the first time just last week, ensuring them that he was going to get better. Regardless, the police are investigating the cause of the crash, even though Tiger was the only person involved. The icon can be charged with reckless driving if police decide to go that route, and they will use the black box to determine if Tiger was speeding. 

Tiger released a new statement on Tuesday, engaging his fans once more. “Happy to report that I am back home and continuing my recovery,” Woods said in the state.

“I am so grateful for the outpouring of support and encouragement that I have received over the past few weeks. Thank you to the incredible surgeons, doctors, nurses, and staff at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center and Cedars Sinai Medical Center. You have all taken such great care of me and I cannot thank you enough.”

Tiger continued, “I will be recovering at home and working on getting stronger every day.”