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Music Wyclef Jean & Pras Honor John Forté Following His Unexpected Death John Forté was found unresponsive by a neighbor at his Massachusetts home earlier this week at the age of 50. By Caroline Fisher January 14, 2026
Music Prosecutors Double Down On Keeping AllStar JR Behind Bars The legal fight over AllStar JR's pretrial release continues as prosecutors argue he should remain in custody. By Erika Marie July 08, 2026
Pop Culture Anthony Ramos Net Worth 2024: What Is The "Hamilton" Icon Worth? The artistic odyssey of Anthony Ramos, from Broadway stages to the silver screen, capturing hearts and acclaim. By Rain Adams January 25, 2024
Original Content What Happened To Charles Hamilton? A decade after the rap blog era's crown prince first broke through, we're left looking back on his career with more questions and what if's than answers. By Harrison Tenpas December 05, 2017
Music Drake Shatters Another Major Record With “Nothing Was The Same” Drake continues to revel in his success as his fans await the release of his ninth studio album, "ICEMAN." By Caroline Fisher April 21, 2026
Original Content Is Takeoff Actually Quavo's Nephew? Since Takeoff's passing, fans have wondered about the Migos' familial relationship. Here's a look at how Quavo and Takeoff are related. By Josh Megson April 06, 2023
Music Sexyy Red Responds To Heavy STD Allegations Made By A Past Fling There could be some evidence that goes against Red's word. By Zachary Horvath December 03, 2024
Music Cassie Opposes Clayton Howard's Bid To Add Diddy Trial Records To Civil Lawsuit By Erika Marie July 17, 2026
Music Megan Thee Stallion Addresses Her Fans Following Hospital Scare Megan Thee Stallion was admitted to the hospital during her performance in "Moulin Rouge" on Tuesday, and now, she is speaking out. By Alexander Cole April 01, 2026
Music Slum Village: Where Are They Now? Several lineup changes haven’t taken away from Slum Village’s legacy. By Demi Phillips January 23, 2024
Music YNW Bortlen Appears To Address Plea Deal In YNW Melly Case YNW Bortlen took a plea deal on September 9, and is insistent that he did not (and will not) snitch on YNW Melly for his freedom. By Devin Morton September 14, 2025
Music Nipsey Hussle's Ex Wins Joint Custody Of Rapper's Daughter After Legal Battle Nipsey Hussle's daughter been the focus of legal debate since his death in 2019, and a deal has finally with her mother. By Elias Andrews March 11, 2025