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Nicki Minaj’s Lawyer Steps Down During $10M Defamation Battle

Nicki Minaj’s latest legal fight has taken a twist, as her longtime attorney Judd Burstein has formally withdrawn from representing her in a $10 million defamation lawsuit. Burstein, who has...

Quavo Launches New UGA Apparel Line With Lids

The rapper, born Quavious Marshall, has teamed up with Lids to launch a new University of Georgia–themed apparel line, the Quavo UGA x ’47 Collection, officially unveiled on Nov. 14. The range is...

Megan Thee Stallion Says Milagro Gramz’ Harassment Cost Her Major Google Opportunity

Megan Thee Stallion has detailed how years of alleged online harassment from blogger Milagro Gramz not only damaged her mental health but also cost her major business opportunities, including a...

Hall of Fame Coach and NBA Great Lenny Wilkens Dies at 88

Basketball has lost one of its most enduring figures with the death of Lenny Wilkens, the Hall of Fame player and coach who shaped generations of the game. He died on 9 November at the age of 88, his...

Sherri Shepherd Honored With Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Sherri Shepherd received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Nov. 3, capping a three-decade career that spans daytime television, stand-up comedy, and film. The ceremony, held outside the W...

Judge Orders Charles Oakley to Pay $642K in MSG Legal-Fees Dispute

Former New York Knicks All-Star Charles Oakley has been ordered to pay more than $642,000 in attorney fees and costs to Madison Square Garden, a sanction tied to the loss of five years’ worth of text...

Jeezy Sets Guinness World Record With 101-Piece Orchestra in Las Vegas

One of trap music’s foundational voices just made history on the Strip. On Nov. 1, Atlanta rapper Jeezy opened a limited residency at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino with an audacious twist: a...

Floyd Mayweather Faces Backlash After Declaring Unwavering Support for Israel at Republican Jewish Coalition Event

Floyd Mayweather has ignited fresh controversy after declaring unwavering support for Israel while accepting an honor at the Republican Jewish Coalition’s annual leadership summit in Las Vegas (Oct...

Michelle Obama Opens up About Fashion and Freedom in New Book “The Look”

After years of deflecting the frenzy around her outfits, Michelle Obama is finally telling her style story. The former first lady will release The Look on Nov. 4, a photo-rich coffee table book...