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This story may contain accounts and descriptions of actual or alleged events that some readers may find disturbing. After four days on the witness stand, Cassie Ventura concluded her testimony Friday at the trial of her ex-boyfriend Sean Combs. Ventura, through a statement read by her attorney Douglas Wigdor outside court, thanked her supporters for their […]
Tee Grizzley released a new album, Forever My Moment, a sonic and thematic continuation of his 2024 album Post Traumatic about survival, trauma and transformation. It boasts 14 new tracks that each blend “raw emotion with hard-earned perspective,” a press release says. The record is accompanied by an interactive video game, Robbery Da Game, which unlocks pieces of […]
This story may contain accounts and descriptions of actual or alleged events that some readers may find disturbing. (NOTE LANGUAGE) Cassie Ventura has taken the witness stand for the fourth consecutive day to continue her cross-examination in the trial against her ex-boyfriend Sean “Diddy” Combs. The testimony picked up where it left off Thursday, with […]
Starz Devout fans of the Power universe who have tuned into the long-running Starz series may have heard of the character name Breeze. But now, more than 10 years and a few spinoff shows later, Breeze is finally getting a face to match his infamous name. Spider-Verse star Shameik Moore will take on the role of Breeze, a drug kingpin from […]
Aaron J. Thornton/WireImage via Getty Images Singer Chris Brown is in custody after being arrested Thursday in connection with an assault charge from 2023 in London, according to the Metropolitan Police. Brown, 36, was served with the arrest warrant in Manchester, England, over an allegation of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and was ordered […]
Roc Nation Distribution Rihanna returns with her first new song and video since 2022’s “Lift Me Up,” from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Like that song, the new one, “Friend of Mine,” is also from a movie soundtrack: Smurfs, the upcoming live-action/animated hybrid film in which Rihanna plays Smurfette. The video starts with Rihanna walking through […]
Chrris Lowe/Paramount+ with SHOWTIME The Chi is back for season 7, and so is Jason Weaver. He joined the show as Rashaad, an ex-con looking to find his way after being released from prison. Now that he’s employed, his character is challenged to continue on the right path amid a budding relationship with matriarch/businesswoman Alicia, played by Lynn Whitfield. […]
The psychological thriller Hurry Up Tomorrow, starring Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, is in theaters now. While Abel starred in the 2023 HBO series The Idol, this marks the first time that he’s carried an entire film by himself. But as director Trey Edward Shults revealed, he didn’t see the series before he started working with Abel. “When we shot […]
Amy Sussman/Getty Images Singer Smokey Robinson is being investigated for criminal behavior one week after a lawsuit was filed against him by former female housekeepers alleging sexual battery and assault, and claiming he created a hostile work environment. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department confirmed to ABC News on Thursday that its Special Victims Bureau is actively […]
Disney/Jenny Anderson The artists taking the stage for Culture’s Biggest Night have been announced. Performing at the BET Awards on June 9 are Teyana Taylor, GloRilla, Playboi Carti, Leon Thomas and Lil Wayne, whose Tha Carter VI album arrives three days before the show. “We’re setting the tone for a night that celebrates 25 years of impact, creativity, and Black […]
