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Offset Blasts Elon Musk for Supporting Derek Chauvin Pardon, Says He’s Done with Tesla

Elon Musk’s latest political move has upset rapper Offset, who called out the billionaire for backing a campaign to pardon Derek Chauvin, the former police officer convicted of killing George Floyd...

Jimmy Butler Sued for Unpaid Rent and Property Damage After Miami Exit

Despite his recent trade to the Golden State Warriors, Jimmy Butler is facing legal troubles tied to his time in Miami. A luxury property management company has filed a lawsuit against the star...

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Roy Ayers

Roy Ayers was one of the most influential musicians in jazz, funk, and soul. Known for his hit song Everybody Loves the Sunshine, he helped shape modern music and inspired many artists in hip-hop and...

Chrissy Teigen’s Daughter Esti, 2, Shows Off Fashion Sense in Mom’s Walk-In Closet

Chrissy Teigen’s two-year-old daughter, Esti, is already proving to have an eye for fashion. The Cravings author gave fans a glimpse inside her luxurious walk-in closet via Instagram Stories on March...

Paul Tazewell Makes History as First Black Man to Win Oscar for Best Costume Design

Veteran costume designer Paul Tazewell has become the first Black man to win the Academy Award for Best Costume Design. He earned the prestigious honor for his work on the musical film Wicked...

Wendy Williams Speaks Out Against Conservatorship and Assisted Living Conditions

Wendy Williams is continuing to challenge the conservatorship controlling her life and the conditions of the assisted living facility where she currently resides. In a five-minute phone interview on...

Inside the Life of Carl Dean, Dolly Parton’s Private Husband of Nearly 60 Years

Carl Dean, born on July 20, 1942, in Nashville, Tennessee, was the devoted husband of country music icon Dolly Parton. The couple’s enduring marriage spanned nearly six decades until...

Primary Wave Might Buy Notorious B.I.G.’s Music Catalog

Following the recent passing of Violetta Wallace, the mother of the famous rapper The Notorious B.I.G., there’s news about a big deal involving her son’s music. Reports indicate that a...

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott Responds with Wit to Racist Provocation on Social Media

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott has once again found himself the target of racial harassment for simply fulfilling his duties. Despite the challenges, Scott has opted to address these incidents with...