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Former Danity Kane member Aubrey O’Day shared her thoughts on whether President Trump might pardon Diddy during a recent CBS Mornings interview. O’Day said she doesn’t think Trump would pardon the music mogul unless it served his political interests. “I think the only reason, in my opinion, that the president would pardon ‘Diddy’ is if it worked well for him in midterms, in regards to gathering a certain voting base,” O’Day said. “The moves are always strategic, and the moves right now are about midterms.” O’Day made these comments while discussing her experience with Diddy and allegations detailed in Netflix’s…

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Compton, California emcee, songwriter & producer Jason Martin celebrating Christmas Eve with his 6th EP. Originally known under the moniker Problem, he would go on to release over a dozen mixtapes as well as 4 full-length studio albums & his last 5 EPs. I can’t forget to mention both collaborative efforts DJ Quik, the first being Rosecrans back in 2017 & the follow-up Chupacabra days before Kendrick Lamar’s now historic 1-off Pop Out concert at the Kia Forum. Mike & Keys would be enlisted to produce Repack alongside A Hit Dog Gon Holla & Mafia Cafe, further celebrating the 10-year anniversary of O.T. (Outta Town) to detail A Lonely Winter. The self-produced intro “Stop Playin’ with Me” featuring…

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HOT 97 just dropped big news about their first-ever daily live TV news show starting January 2026. The new show, “HOT 97 News,” will be hosted by Lana Harris, Ronndell Smith, and Million Connally-Cooper.   They’re calling the show a mix of Hip-Hop news, entertainment, and culture that will air nationally on HOT 97 TV and stream across all HOT 97 TV and digital platforms beginning in January 2026. In addition, HOT 97 TV is also expanding its local footprint with HOT 97 News – Atlanta, HOT 97 says their new news show will bring “raw, unedited” coverage of Hip-Hop and…

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Megan Thee Stallion is back in federal court, demanding a Florida judge reinstate her defamation verdict against blogger Milagro Gramz after it was tossed out over a “media defendant” technicality. The Grammy-winning rapper accused Gramz of waging an online smear campaign bankrolled by Tory Lanez’s family. Megan’s attorneys said the jury had already ruled in her favor on all counts, including defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and promotion of an altered sexual depiction. But after the jury also answered that Gramz was a “media defendant,” the judge removed the defamation count from the final judgment, citing Florida’s pre-suit notice…

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A$AP Rocky’s signed “Don’t Be Dumb” vinyl sold out instantly, creating a significant resale market. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe A$AP Rocky watched his limited-edition vinyl collection disappear within hours as collectors and scalpers created a feeding frenzy around his upcoming Don’t Be Dumb album merchandise. The Harlem rapper dropped four exclusive vinyl variants on his AWGE website on December 22, priced at $50 each.…

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The Detroit Pistons unveiled an expanded collaboration with hometown star Big Sean on Sunday, Dec. 21, naming the multi-platinum artist the franchise’s Creative Director of Global Experience. The announcement coincided with World Basketball Day and signals a deeper push to blend basketball with music, fashion and art while growing the team’s global reach through Detroit’s cultural lens. In his expanded role, Big Sean will contribute to product and design initiatives while also partnering with the organization on community-focused programming and international fan engagement. The Pistons said the goal is to introduce Detroit Basketball to new audiences by leaning into the…

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DK Metcalf is set to miss the next two games after the NFL issued a suspension tied to an on-field incident involving a fan during Sunday’s win over the Detroit Lions. The league announced the discipline citing “conduct detrimental to the NFL.” The altercation occurred at Ford Field, where video footage showed Metcalf approaching a fan seated in the front row wearing a blue wig. Metcalf appeared to grab the individual by the shirt and swipe upward. It remains unclear whether contact resulted in a strike. In its explanation, the NFL pointed to its longstanding policies governing player interactions with…

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50 Cent reignited his ongoing feud with Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory after a private message sent to a Power franchise honcho surfaced online, once again blurring the line between television fiction and real-life tension. On Tuesday, Dec. 23, the G-Unit founder posted on Instagram after a screenshot circulated showing Big Meech reaching out earlier that day to Kris D. Lofton. Lofton portrays the volatile Chicago drug dealer Jennard Samson on Starz’s Power Book VI: Force. Meech’s message was brief and informal, reading, “Wassup fam let’s work!!” 50 Cent quickly seized the moment, reposting the screenshot with a caption that mixed…

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A male sex worker who had freak-offs with Diddy and Cassie and ended up with a sexually transmitted disease is facing stiff opposition from the government in his quest to be labeled a victim of the ex-couple. Federal prosecutors say Clayton Howard, a self-described male sex worker who once testified before a grand jury about Diddy’s notorious “freak offs,” isn’t legally a victim of anyone. In a December 23 filing to Judge Arun Subramanian, prosecutors argued Howard does not qualify as a victim under the Crime Victims’ Rights Act, even though he was counted as one under sentencing guidelines in…

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Kai Cenat is using his massive platform to speak candidly about mental health, urging young fans to be honest with themselves as he continues to navigate the pressures that come with internet fame. One of the most-watched streamers in the world, Cenat has recently addressed stress, burnout and emotional strain during livestreams and interviews. His comments arrive amid a growing movement of digital creators acknowledging the psychological toll tied to constant visibility and performance expectations. Known for his humor, high-energy broadcasts and viral collaborations, Cenat said the off-camera moments often tell a different story. “People see the laughs, but they…

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