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Jimmy Kimmel will be pulled from dozens of ABC affiliate stations as Sinclair Broadcast Group plans to replace Jimmy Kimmel Live! with a tribute to Charlie Kirk, while demanding both a public apology and a personal donation to Turning Point USA in response to Kimmel’s on-air criticism of the political right’s reaction to Kirk’s assassination. Deadline reports the programming change will take place Friday (September 19), with Sinclair citing what it called “inappropriate and deeply insensitive” remarks made by Kimmel during his September 15 and 16 monologues. Sinclair’s vice chairman, Jason Smith, said the company expected Kimmel to issue “a…
Chance the Rapper praised Jerry Greenfield after the Ben & Jerry’s co-founder announced his resignation from the iconic ice cream brand. “Ben & Jerry’s is the only major company I know of that has repeatedly lobbied for Black American Reparations,” Chance wrote. “Two older men with access who have no incentive other than justice, are now being punished and silenced for their unwavering support of Palestine. I’m not heartbroken, im galvanized. We continue to fight the good fight.” Ben & Jerry’s is the only major company I know of that has repeatedly lobbied for Black American Reparations. Two older men…
Cardi B has a job at DoorDash after revealing she’s expecting her fourth child and preparing to release her long-awaited sophomore album. “I got 4 kids now so I had to pick up a job at \@doordash…you can get my album and your favorite snack delivered right to your door on DoorDash right now in the Cardi Bodega,” she posted on X, using the delivery app as a tongue-in-cheek promotion for her new music. I got 4 kids now so I had to pick up a job at @DoorDash …you can get my album and your favorite snack delivered right…
Keep It MovingFredo Bang is cruising through 2025 with no excuses.Interview: Joey EchevarriaEditor’s Note: This story appears in the Summer 2025 issue of XXL Magazine, on newsstands now and available for sale on the XXL website.None of life’s setbacks are going to stop Fredo Bang from getting where he’s going. Using his turbulent upbringing and past label issues as fuel for the future, the Baton Rouge, La. rhymer is leaving no stone unturned. Nearing the end of 2025, Fredo, 29, has released three projects, 8 Legged Gorilla, a joint effort with Tec released in March; his first album via Empire, The Big Bang, which…
Following the sold-out success of his national TM:101 Live orchestra tour, Jay “Jeezy” Jenkins has announced a Las Vegas residency at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, along with details of his upcoming project Still Snowin’. The residency will continue the groundbreaking TM:101 Live format, which features Jeezy performing with a 101-piece orchestra. The shows are structured as a seasonal two-part experience. TM:101 Live – The Masquerade opens the run on October 31 and November 1 with a fall-inspired spectacle. TM:101 Live – The Nutcracker follows on December 19 and 21, a winter edition that promises to bring…
Young Thug is stepping aside for Cardi B—at least for a week. The Atlanta rapper confirmed Thursday night (September 17) that he’s pushing back the release of his upcoming album UY SCUTI to give Cardi space to shine with her own project. “Yall know I wasn’t dropping Friday. It’s a ladies day. Do yo s### @iamcardib,” he posted on X (Twitter), signaling his support for Cardi’s new album Am I The Drama, which is set to arrive Friday (September 19). Originally scheduled to drop UY SCUTI on the same day, Thug will now release the album on Friday (September 26),…
ABC has suspended late-night host Jimmy Kimmel indefinitely following remarks he made about the shooting death of right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk. “Jimmy Kimmel Live will be pre-empted indefinitely,” a spokesperson for the Disney-owned network confirmed. The move came after Kimmel’s Monday night monologue, in which he accused the “MAGA gang” of trying to use Kirk’s killing for political gain. He also mocked the decision to lower flags to half-staff for Kirk and criticized the president’s response, comparing it to “how a four-year-old mourns a goldfish.” Kimmel, who has often targeted Trump in his comedy, had earlier posted condolences to Kirk’s…
Cardi B promised fans she isn’t letting a baby bump slow her down as she prepares to hit the road for her first solo headlining tour and drop her long-awaited second album. The Bronx-born rapper revealed Wednesday (September 17) on CBS Mornings that she’s expecting a child with Stefon Diggs, wide receiver for the New England Patriots. This will be her fourth child and the couple’s first together. But despite the pregnancy news, Cardi made it clear her Little Miss Drama tour is moving full speed ahead. “Album drops Friday! Thank you everybody for the love and support…by the time…
The family of Demartravion “Trey” Reed is raising serious questions about the circumstances surrounding the 21-year-old student’s death at Delta State University. Police announced Monday that Reed’s body was discovered hanging from a tree in the middle of campus, and that foul play is not suspected. But according to the family’s attorney, Vanessa Jones, law enforcement initially gave Reed’s relatives a very different account, telling them he was found dead in his dorm room. Jones told the Mississippi Free Press that the Reed family has been left in the dark and is learning details from the media rather than directly…
Max B confirmed his November 9 release date after serving over 16 years in prison for a 2006 robbery conviction. 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 Max B confirmed his long-awaited prison release date on social media, announcing he will walk free on November 9, 2025, after serving over a decade for a deadly 2006 robbery. “The Wave touches down November 9. The countdown begins,” he…