American rapper Wiz Khalifa has been sentenced in absentia to nine months in prison by a Romanian court over a cannabis-related incident at a music festival last year.What We Know:A Romanian appeals court (Constanța Court of Appeal) on Dec. 18, 2025 sentenced Wiz Khalifa to nine months in prison for
Donald Glover has opened up about a major health scare — a stroke and a heart abnormality — that forced him to cancel his 2024 global tour and reevaluate his life on stage.What We Know:Glover, 42, disclosed during a Nov. 22, 2025 performance at Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival in Los Angeles that what he pre
A newly surfaced behind-bars photo of Fetty Wap has ignited a viral social media campaign, prompting fans to rally around calls to free the artist as his legal troubles continue to make headlines.What We Know:The rapper, whose legal name is Fetty Wap (Willie Junior Maxwell II), is currently serving
Grammy-winning R&B artist D’Angelo — whose sultry vocals and revolutionary sound helped define the neo-soul era — has died at 51 after a private battle with pancreatic cancer, his family confirmed Tuesday.The Richmond-born son of a Pentecostal minister began playing the piano at the age of 3 and by
President Trump has publicly accused Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey, Al Sharpton, and former Vice President Kamala Harris of receiving millions from Democrats in exchange for endorsements—a claim widely debunked and legally baseless.What We Know:On July 26–27, 2025, President Donald Trump posted on Truth So
Rapper GloRilla was arrested on felony drug charges the night before her anticipated performance at the WNBA All-Star Game, sending shockwaves through fans and the music world.What We Know:Memphis rapper GloRilla, whose real name is Gloria Woods, was arrested in Georgia on Saturday night before the
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, beloved for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, has tragically died at the age of 54, according to multiple confirmed reports.What We Know:Malcolm-Jamal Warner has died at 54, with the cause of death reported as an apparent drowning.The news was first reported by TMZ a
A federal jury in Manhattan has delivered a mixed verdict in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ high-profile trial — acquitting him of racketeering and sex trafficking while convicting him on two prostitution-related charges.What We Know:The jury deliberated for roughly 12–14 hours over two days, returning a parti
After decades of anticipation, R&B icons Brandy and Monica are finally teaming up for a tour spotlighting their unforgettable hit “The Boy Is Mine.”What We Know:Brandy and Monica will co-headline The Boy Is Mine Tour, their first-ever joint tour, set to kick off this fall.The announcement follows re
Rapper Kentrell DeSean Gaulden, better known as NBA YoungBoy, has been granted a full presidential pardon by President Donald Trump, just weeks before he was scheduled to be released from prison.What We Know:The White House confirmed the pardon in a statement to news outlets on Wednesday (May 29). T
Let’s be clear: There’s no metaphor. No misunderstood lyricism. No “he’s just expressing himself.” Kanye West — now known simply as “Ye” — released a song titled “Heil Hitler.” That is not subtext. It’s not clever. It is, flatly, the glorification of one of the most notorious mass murderers in moder
It is with profound sadness that we report the passing of Grammy-nominated R&B singer, songwriter, and producer Angie Stone at the age of 63. According to her representative Deborah R. Champagne, Stone tragically lost her life in a car crash early Saturday morning while returning from a performance
Chris Jasper, the singer, composer, and keyboardist who played a pivotal role in shaping The Isley Brothers’ signature sound, has passed away at the age of 73. His family confirmed the news on February 23, 2025, announcing that his passing came just two months after a cancer diagnosis.“He will be de
Roberta Flack, the legendary singer and pianist renowned for her soulful interpretations of classics like “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” and “Killing Me Softly with His Song,” passed away on February 24, 2025, at the age of 88. Her publicist confirmed that she died peacefully at her home in N
Rapper A$AP Rocky was found not guilty Tuesday of assault charges stemming from a 2021 incident in Hollywood. The Los Angeles jury deliberated for approximately three hours before reaching their verdict.What We Know:A$AP Rocky, whose legal name is Rakim Mayers, faced two felony counts of assault wit
DJ Unk, most known for snap-era songs like “2 Step” and “Walk It Out,” died on Friday, according to a statement sent from Korey “Big Oomp” Roberson. A cause of death is unknown at this time. His wife Sherkita Long-Platt posted the news on social media but did not provide a cause or place of death.B
Grammy-winning artist Megan Thee Stallion has filed a restraining order against Tory Lanez, citing continued harassment through third-party surrogates while he remains incarcerated. The latest development marks another chapter in the ongoing saga between the two artists, stemming from the 2020 shoot
Nikki Giovanni, a revolutionary poet, writer, activist, and educator whose powerful voice shaped generations of African American literature and social consciousness, has passed away. A towering figure in American poetry and literature, Giovanni leaves an extraordinary legacy that has profoundly shap
On Sunday, December 8th, Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter was accused of rape in a civil lawsuit filed in Brooklyn. This is his first official statement.STATEMENT FROM SHAWN “JAY-Z” CARTERMy lawyer received a blackmail attempt, called a demand letter, from a “lawyer” named Tony Buzbee. What he had calculated wa
Jay-Z, the renowned rapper and entrepreneur, has been accused in a civil lawsuit of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000 alongside Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. The anonymous accuser, identified as “Jane Doe,” alleges the assault occurred after she was taken to an MTV Video Music Awards after-party.What We Know:
In a landmark decision, the Illinois Supreme Court has overturned the conviction of Jussie Smollett, who was previously found guilty of staging a hate crime against himself in 2019, due to prosecutorial missteps.What We Know:Legal Reversal: The Illinois Supreme Court ruled that Jussie Smollett shoul
On the morning of October 7th, the world lost an icon with the passing of Emily “Cissy” Houston, the legendary gospel singer and matriarch of one of music’s most influential families. At age 91, Houston leaves a legacy that spans decades, transforming the soundscape of gospel, soul, and popular musi
Sean Combs, commonly known as Diddy, was detained in New York City on Monday, based on information from an informed source.What We Know:UPDATED 9/17/2024 9:55 AMDiddy charged with racketeering, sex trafficking and prostitution transportationA federal indictment was unsealed against Diddy, charging h
Tito Jackson, a prominent member of the iconic music group Jackson 5, has passed away at the age of 70.What We Know:His sons, Taj, Taryll, and TJ Jackson, announced his passing in a heartfelt post on Instagram early Monday. “We are deeply saddened and devastated by the loss of our father. He was a r
