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Dwyane Wade Named Global Ambassador for New ‘Intuition by Aramis’ Fragrance

NBA icon Dwyane Wade is expanding his influence off the court, this time, into the world of fragrance. In May, Aramis announced Wade as the global ambassador for its newly launched scent, Intuition by...

Kawhi Leonard Teams Up with Ayra Starr at Giants of Africa Festival

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard recently joined forces with Nigerian music sensation Ayra Starr to co-headline the 2025 Giants of Africa Festival, a week-long celebration of youth...

Gina Huynh Supports Diddy’s Bail Request Ahead of Sentencing in Sex Trafficking Case

Virginia “Gina” Huynh, the ex-girlfriend of Sean “Diddy” Combs, has submitted a letter to the court in support of the music mogul’s request for bail ahead of his October 3 sentencing. Diddy, who was...

Dez Bryant and Roc Nation Respond to Jerry Jones, Call JAY-Z Accusation ‘Comical’

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is at the center of a contract dispute with star linebacker Micah Parsons, and his recent comments about negotiations have sparked backlash. Jones has claimed he...

Lizzo Set to Star as Sister Rosetta Tharpe in Amazon MGM’s Biopic ‘Rosetta’

Grammy Award-winning artist Lizzo is preparing for her first leading film role as she steps into the shoes of rock and roll pioneer Sister Rosetta Tharpe in the upcoming Amazon MGM Studios biopic...

Jordan-Kobe Dual-Signed Card Expected to Top $6 Million at Auction

A rare basketball card featuring NBA legends Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan is on track to make auction history, with bids expected to soar as high as $6 million. The one-of-a-kind 2007 Upper Deck...

T.I. Fights Back in Trademark Lawsuit Over Film Title ‘Situationships’

Clifford “T.I.” Harris Jr. is pushing back against a trademark infringement lawsuit filed over the title of his upcoming film, Situationships. The rapper-turned-filmmaker and his production company...

Tyler Perry Confirms ‘Why Did I Get Married 3’ Is Finally Happening

Tyler Perry is officially bringing back one of his most beloved film franchises. On Wednesday, July 30, the media mogul confirmed that a third installment of Why Did I Get Married? is in the works...

Shannon Sharpe Exits ESPN Weeks After Sexual Assault Lawsuit Settlement

Shannon Sharpe, former NFL star and co-host of ESPN’s First Take, has reportedly been let go from the network just weeks after settling a high-profile sexual assault lawsuit. The development, first...