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As more and more men and women come out of the woodworks to file new lawsuits against Diddy for his alleged predatory ways, the embattled music icon is swinging back, but not at his accusers but rather at those involved in exposing his supposedly horrifying history.
According to the Huffpost, Diddy has just filed a $100 million dollar lawsuit against NBC Universal and Peacock over the making of their documentary, The Making Of A Bad Boy for defamation as he claims that they falsely accused him of human trafficking, molestation and even murder. Saying that the companies prioritize profits over factual evidence, Diddy filed the claim in New York State Court this past Wednesday (Feb. 12) in hopes of getting a jury trial underway in order to prove wrongdoing on the part of NBC Universal and Peacock.
Per Huffpost:
Combs’ complaint says the documentary falsely accuses him of sex trafficking, molesting minors and murdering Porter and several figures in music, including The Notorious B.I.G.
“As described in today’s lawsuit, NBCUniversal Media, LLC, Peacock TV, LLC, and Ample LLC made a conscious decision to line their own pockets at the expense of truth, decency, and basic standards of professional journalism,” Combs’ lawyer, Erica Wolff, said in a statement to HuffPost. “Grossly exploiting the trust of their audience and racing to outdo their competition for the most salacious Diddy exposé, Defendants maliciously and recklessly broadcast outrageous lies in ‘Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy.’”
“In making and broadcasting these falsehoods, among others, Defendants seek only to capitalize on the public’s appetite for scandal without any regard for the truth and at the expense of Mr. Combs’s right to a fair trial,” Wolff added.
For those who aren’t familiar with the documentary, The Making Of A Bad Boy features interviews with quite a few people who’ve worked with Diddy in the past including his former bodyguard, Gene Deal, artist Al B Sure!, and childhood homie, Tim “Dawg” Patterson amongst others. Needless to say, they didn’t exactly paint their former Bad Boy associate in the best light.
Though the documentary has been streaming for almost a month, Diddy decided now was the time to bring the case and with the brand new legal troubles that’s been thrown at him as of late (and probably going forward), it will be interesting to see what kind of evidence he’ll be able to provide to prove The Making Of A Bad Boy was false and all hearsay.
What do y’all think about P. Diddy suing NBC Universal and Peacock over The Making Of A Bad Boy documentary? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime performance was already historic, but it was his background dancer, Zul Qarnain, who stole the spotlight with a powerful political statement. As Kendrick rocked the stage, Zul used the massive platform of the Super Bowl to bring attention to the ongoing suffering in Gaza and Sudan.
Standing on top of a car, Zul pulled out both a Sudanese and Palestinian flag and waved them proudly, sending a clear message of solidarity. However, his peaceful protest was short-lived as security quickly tackled him and escorted him off the field. While he wasn’t arrested or charged with anything major, Zul was banned from attending any NFL events for life.
Zul Qarnain is no stranger to activism. He is the owner of the Open Book Platform, an initiative that unites Muslims and promotes peace. In his work, Zul has continuously tried to bridge divides, and he recently made headlines by visiting one of America’s most dangerous neighborhoods, Chicago’s “O-Block,” to reduce violence and help people turn toward faith.
His Super Bowl protest, though controversial, was an extension of his lifelong mission to raise awareness and encourage peace in places that need it most. Despite the consequences, Zul’s actions sparked conversation around global issues and demonstrated his commitment to using his platform for positive change.
Check out Hip-Hop Wired’s full conversation with Zul Qarnain:
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Reverend Al Sharpton is convening a gathering of top Black officials to address New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ relationship with President Donald Trump.
As news broke of the Justice Department recommending that federal charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams be dropped, one of Adams’ allies is acting on his concern about the situation. The Reverend Al Sharpton is gathering top elected Black officials to meet to determine whether they will pull support from Adams as Mayor and in the upcoming Democratic mayoral primary. “I have spoken to several elected officials and clergy, whom I convened early in the Mayor’s term, to meet between now and the weekend to decide where we will go,” Sharpton said. “Because we have clearly crossed the Rubicon.”
The longtime civil rights activist expressed his concern over Acting Deputy U.S. Attorney General Emil Bove’s memo, which states that the charges be dropped against Adams so that he can further President Donald Trump’s agenda of detaining and deporting more immigrants in New York City. “It is unheard of in a criminal justice proceeding to suggest you not deal with the criminal allegations for political or policy reasons,” Sharpton said, adding: “So if the mayor were to disagree with the president, does that mean they have the right to call a trial on him at any time? It certainly sounds like President Trump is holding the mayor hostage.” The memo did state that the DOJ can revisit the case at a later time.
The summit is expected to include House of Representatives Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, New York Rep. Gregory Meeks, New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, NY State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, and Attorney General Letitia James along with several clergy leaders. “A potential loss of Al Sharpton is huge because you don’t want him against you,” Fordham University political science professor Dr. Christine Greer said. ” He’s an organizer, a brilliant one at that, and has been for a very long time, and knows all five boroughs of New York City. But he also has a very strong, active, loyal collection of people who really do listen and respect his political analysis.”
As for Adams, he took the memo as vindication in a video address to the city on Tuesday, saying: “I thank the Justice Department for its honesty,” Adams said. “Now, we can put this cruel episode behind us and focus entirely on the future of our city. It’s time to move forward.”
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Streamers like Kai Cenat are known for their bold reactions, but his take on Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime performance raised some eyebrows. While reacting to Kendrick’s performance, Kai made a claim that caught many off guard. He suggested that the NFL added crowd noise behind Lamar’s performance to make the crowd’s reaction sound louder and more intense than it actually was.
Lamar’s halftime show was widely praised for its depth, artistry, and the way it brought hip-hop to the biggest stage. Fans saw it as a celebration of culture, and many argue it was one of the best Super Bowl performances ever. However, Kai’s comment, implying that the NFL enhanced the sound, caused an immediate uproar. He was quickly met with backlash from Kendrick Lamar fans who vehemently denied any fake crowd noise.
They argued that the raw emotion and energy of Kendrick’s performance was enough to elicit a powerful crowd reaction without any artificial help. Despite the controversy, Kai stood by his point, claiming that it was something he noticed while watching the show.
Despite the controversy, Kai stood by his point, claiming that it was something he noticed while watching the show. His statement led to heated discussions across social media platforms, with fans debating whether the NFL might have enhanced the sound for dramatic effect. While the debate rages on, it’s clear that Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl performance is still a defining moment in halftime show history.
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The musical biopic on Pharrell Williams’ life as a child might never see the light of day. He has confirmed that the film has been scrapped.
As spotted on Variety the multi-hyphenate is putting the brakes on what would have been his newest big screen project. On Friday, Feb. 7 he and director Michel Gondry provided the entertainment magazine a formal statement on the status of Golden. “When all of us got into the editing room we collectively decided there wasn’t a path forward to tell the version of this story that we originally envisioned,” it read. “We appreciate all the hard work of the talented cast and crew. While we’re disappointed we can’t deliver this film, we have incredible partners at Universal and will collaborate in a different capacity again soon.”
Golden was set to capture Pharrell Williams’ childhood by combining music and story telling. During pre-production he described the project as “a coming-of-age story about self-discovery and pursuing your dreams, but it’s so much more magical than that. It’s a celebration of Black life, Black culture, and most importantly, Black joy.” It featured an all-star cast of talent including Janelle Monáe, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Halle, Bailey, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Brian Tyree Henry and Quinta Brunson.
It is unclear what Universal Pictures will do with footage and soundtrack.
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Super Bowl LVIII was jam-packed with exciting moments that will live rent-free in our heads for an extended period. While the game is centered around the actual sporting event (congrats to the Philadelphia Eagles for their 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs), the fashion is what we come to see. From Kendrick Lamar’s riveting performance in swaggy Celine flare jeans to Serena Williams’s chic halftime cameo, Super Bowl LVIII did not disappoint.
Kendrick Lamar and His Flare Jeans were the Moment
Since the announcement was made that Kendrick Lamar would headline the Super Bowl LVIII halftime show, fans were giddy with anticipation for his performance, hoping he would bust out with his popular diss track, “Not Like Us.” Not only did the Compton, CA native boldly execute his now-historical track, but he also made a fashion statement for the men with his Celine flare jeans that proved the rapper is not only a style risk taker, but it also showed that men can venture outside of their usual masculine regalia- and it works. Lamar paired his statement jeans with a custom Martine Rose jacket and Nike DT Max 96 sneakers.
According to Google Trends data, searches for bell bottoms soared by 2,292%, and “flare jeans” searches jumped by 438%. Kendricks look which consisted of a varsity jacket also saw a spike in searches by 197%.
Serena Williams’ Snazzy Cameo
The world wasn’t ready for Serena Williams’ surprise appearance during Super Bowl LVIII halftime, but it was everything we needed! The champ lit up the stage C—walking in a blue Nike skirt set that consisted of a cropped jacket and a tennis skirt. Her textured tresses added the pizazz to her cool outfit as she bounced around on the stage, giving Black Girl magic.
Williams’ hairstylist, Angela Meadows, went the extra mile to ensure the mogul’s hair was spotlight-ready and that every strand stayed in place as she bounced around the stage. “We wanted a statement style that would be a showstopper for Serena’s surprise dance moment with Kendrick Lamar but also hold up against the wind and possible humidity of New Orleans for the big game. The game changer was Wella Professionals Ultimate Smooth Miracle Oil Serum that set the whole look keeping the curls in place without any frizz!” said Meadows.
SZA’s Custom Performance Look
SZA sizzled on the stage with Lamar in a custom Born x Raised red leather work shirt embroidered with “Lana” (from the deluxe version of SZA’s SOS album) and a “CRYBABY” leather jacket also by the brand. The singer complemented her outfit with a custom leather and fur belt by Luis Cendejas and custom Converse shoes.
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President Donald Trump continues to push his agenda to make America great again, and the MAGA acronym is becoming far more than a catchy slogan under the current administration. In a recent post on his Truth Social network, President Donald Trump wants to reshape the programming of the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., claiming that the venue is promoting entertainment that doesn’t fit his MAGA vision.
In one of his frequent Truth Social posts, President Trump railed against the Kennedy Center’s programming, highlighting in his rant that the institution has moved from its intended goal of showcasing American exceptionalism in so many words.
From Truth Social:
At my direction, we are going to make the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., GREAT AGAIN. I have decided to immediately terminate multiple individuals from the Board of Trustees, including the Chairman, who do not share our Vision for a Golden Age in Arts and Culture. We will soon announce a new Board, with an amazing Chairman, DONALD J. TRUMP! Just last year, the Kennedy Center featured Drag Shows specifically targeting our youth — THIS WILL STOP. The Kennedy Center is an American Jewel, and must reflect the brightest STARS on its stage from all across our Nation. For the Kennedy Center, THE BEST IS YET TO COME!
Following that post, President Trump posted an AI-rendered image of himself as a composer leading an orchestra at the Kennedy Center.
The Kennedy Center responded to President Trump’s missive with a statement of their own:
Throughout our history, the Kennedy Center has enjoyed strong support from members of [C]ongress and their staffs—Republicans, Democrats, and Independents. Since our doors opened [in 1971], we have had a collaborative relationship with every presidential administration. Since that time, the Kennedy Center has had a bi-partisan board of trustees that has supported the arts in a non-partisan fashion.
While we are a living memorial to President Kennedy, we are also a unique public-private partnership. The Center is supported by federal annual appropriations for the upkeep and maintenance of the building as a federal memorial, or approximately 16% of the total operating budget. Support for the Center’s artistic programming comes from ticket sales, donations, rental income, and other revenue sources.
The Kennedy Center is aware of the post made recently by POTUS on social media. We have received no official communications from the White House regarding changes to our board of trustees. We are aware that some members of our board have received termination notices from the administration.
Per the Center’s governance established by Congress in 1958, the chair of the board of trustees is appointed by the Center’s board members. There is nothing in the Center’s statute that would prevent a new administration from replacing board members; however, this would be the first time such action has been taken with the Kennedy Center’s board.
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We called it! After Kanye West started off the New Year by posting pics of himself and his wife, Bianca Censori, we said that it could be an indication that Kanye was ready to make a splash on the social media scene in 2025, and boy did he ever.
Earlier today (Feb. 7) Kanye West took to X and rehashed his beef with the Jewish community by once again unapologetically going on an antisemitic rant that drew much condemnation but didn’t really shock anyone since people tend to be their worst selves both on social media and in public (thanks Trump).
According to Raw Story Ye began his MAGA morning by taking aim at the Jewish community for reasons unknown in an early morning rant that read “AINT NOBODY RAMPED UP EITHER IM CALM AS ICE THIS HOW I REALLY FEEL HOW I REALLY FELT AND HOW I WILL ALWAYS FEEL F— ALL OF YOUR F— A– UNFAIR BUSINESS DEALS AMY JEWISH PERSON THAT DOES BUSINESS WITH ME NEEDS TO KNOW I DONT LIKE OR TRUST ANY JEWISH PERSON AMD THIS IS COMPLETELY SOBER WITH NO HENNESY.”
The tweet had many pondering whether Ye was off his meds or on some other “meds,” but before that conversation could gain any traction, Ye followed up his previous statement with, “IM NEVER APOLOGIZING FOR MY JEWISH COMMENTS.”
The tweets have since been deleted. Whether it was by Ye himself or the “good” folks over at X is anyone’s guess, but best believe millions of people read them before they magically disappeared.
But it didn’t stop there!
Continuing to rage against humanity, Kanye once again stated that slavery is a choice (Christ on crutches) and that he could care less about being canceled in today’s modern culture saying, “WHAT YALL GONE DO CANCEL MY SNEAKER DEAL CANCEL MY RECORD DEAL FREEZE MY ACCOUNTS FUCK ALL YALL NIGGAS SLAVERY IS A CHOICE IM SPEAKING MY MIND NOW I AINT EDITING SHIT AGAIN EVER.”
Notice how all his words are typed in all caps. Rather Trumpian of him. Even Trump’s boss, Elon Musk doesn’t go this route when going on his own rants.
But wair, there’s more!
After posting “F*CK DIAGEO,” Kanye once again threw another shot at the Jewish community and included white people for good measure as he stated “ALL YOU PLEEEEEASE COME AT ME THATS HOW WE SPOT THE KOONS LET THESE WHITE PEOPLE AND JEWISH PEOPLE TELL YOU WHAT TO DO AND SAY FUCK DIAGEO AND FUCK ALL YALL NIGGAS IN ADVANCE.”
Oh, you thought he was done?! No sir, the “Black Skinhead” rapper then went on to say “Hitler was sooooo fresh” in an apparent attempt to buddy up to the Nazis because, well, who the hell knows?
He then followed that up with “CALL ME YAYDOLF YITLER AND YOUR BITCH STILL WANTS TO FUCK.”
Kanye then seemingly calmed down for a moment and analyzed not what he has said, but the responses he’s garnered in his posts writing, “Has anyone ever wanted to get it all off they chest Everything you felt Everything they told you not to say think or feel Then broke niggas in the comments turn into doctors and give their dumb twitter diagnosis.”
Kanye then took aim at the “woke” community saying he “used to be woke too” and posted a picture of his teenage self wearing a “Say no to Nazis” shirt. Apparently Kanye feels being against racism, xenophobia and Nazis is a bad thing in 2025.
Continuing to rail against the “woke” people of the world, Kanye decided to pile on the big boned women of the world saying “My favorite tweet tonight was about woke fat bitches Nobody wanna see that shit.”
We don’t know what he’s talking about cause we love our plus sized women round these parts. Just sayin.
The wild tweets come after Kanye called for Donald Trump to free P. Diddy for whatever reason. Maybe there’s a shortage on pink cocaine or something. Either way, expect more Tom foolery from Kanye West in the coming days and even the rest of the year as the man clearly has a bone to pick with everyone except Nazis.
What do y’all think about Kanye West’s latest rant? Let us know in the comments section below. And we trust those Ye tweets will disappear, but nothing ever leaves the Internets.
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Irv Gotti’s ex-wife, Debbie Lorenzo, shared a heartfelt message on Instagram after his untimely passing, reflecting on their complex but meaningful relationship. In a gallery of photos showing happy memories, Lorenzo wrote, “Irv, you will be greatly missed. I can’t believe I’m saying that! Married, divorced, great friends, and so many life lessons—everything we’ve been through, good and bad, has molded me into the woman I am today! God never wastes anything; He uses everything for His ultimate glory!”
She continued, honoring Irv’s lasting impact on the music world, “Irv the Icon, you ignited the music industry with your presence, vision, and talent. You shattered records and did it all on your own terms. You had a truly big heart. You fought long and hard, and now you’re resting.” Lorenzo expressed her pride in their children, saying, “Know that we raised three beautiful, compassionate young adults, and I’m honored that God chose us to be their parents. It brought me joy to see them take such great care of you.”
Her words are a testament to the deep bond they shared, beyond the ups and downs of life. Irv’s passing sent shockwaves through the hip-hop world, as the Murder Inc. co-founder played a pivotal role in shaping the careers of stars like Ja Rule and Ashanti. His energy and influence will be missed, but his legacy remains strong.
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Ye aka Kanye West revealed that he has autism, claiming he was misdiagnosed as being bipolar during a recent interview.
In the latest episode of Justin LaBoy’s The Download podcast, Kanye West said that he has autism, a conclusion he came to with the aid of his wife, Bianca Censori. “I went to this doctor … My wife took me to do that because she said, ‘Something about your personality doesn’t feel like it’s bipolar, I’ve seen bipolar before.’ And I’ve come to find that it’s really a case of autism that I have,” he said.
West said that the diagnosis helped him get a better understanding of his behavioral outbursts, like sporting a “Make America Great Again” cap in 2018 and supporting Donald Trump, allegedly. “Autism takes you to a Rain Man thing,” West said, explaining that it was on purpose. “‘I’ma wear this Trump hat because I like Trump in general.’ And then when people tell you to not do it, you just get on that one point. And that’s my problem.”
The “Can’t Tell Me Nothing” rapper was candid about how those in his inner circle have had difficulty dealing with his periods of erratic behavior, citing his relationship with his friend and former manager Don C. “It’s been so hard on him because he loves me. It’s so difficult for them, because this is like a grown man – you can’t take control of his bank account, you can’t control what I’m saying on Twitter.” He added, “But a lot of what was sending me into the episodes — and it’s hard … [is] the constant feeling of not being in control, spun me out of control.” West also spoke about not taking his bipolar disorder medication, and working with his mental health to make music, saying of any potential episode that he does “watch for it beforehand” “It’s finding stuff that doesn’t block the creativity, obviously that’s what I bring to the world,” he said. “It’s worth the ramp-up, as long as y’all get the creativity.”
West also talked about his upcoming Bully album, which he says will be released on June 15, the same day as his daughter North’s birthday. He also revealed that he’s reconciled with producer Mike Dean, who worked with him on all his albums up to the last Vultures albums before they fell out.
Check out the entire interview above.