According to footage circulating on The Shade Room, Shimmy presented Drake with the luxury sports car for his birthday. The specific model and price haven’t been confirmed, but the gift certainly wasn’t an ordinary birthday offering. The surprise follows Drake’s lavish celebration at Casa Cipriani in New York City on Friday (Oct. 23). More than 400 guests reportedly attended the event, where the rapper offered attendees a chance to win up to $1 million. The Backstreet Boys also delivered a surprise performance, with Drake joining the group for “I Want It That Way.”

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Loe Shimmy Previously Credited Drake With Encouraging His Career

The birthday gift comes after a particularly significant year for Shimmy, who appeared on Drake’s song “I’m Spent” from his May 2026 album Habibti. However, the Pompano Beach native has credited the Canadian rapper with supporting his career well before they recorded together.

During a May interview with The FADER, Shimmy recalled Drake sharing his song “Tina” on social media approximately four years earlier. At the time, the rising artist wasn’t certain his music career would work out, and receiving recognition from someone of Drake’s stature gave him a reason to keep going. “That one single repost, it gotdamn put a battery in my back,” he explained, adding that the support meant more than Drake probably realized.

The two eventually developed a friendship, with Shimmy describing their relationship as genuine rather than strictly professional. He also revealed that “I’m Spent” originated from a recording he’d sent Drake more than a year before its eventual release. Shimmy was particularly appreciative of Drake keeping his word about their collaboration. During that same interview, he recalled reaching out to express his gratitude, telling the rapper, “I love you, I appreciate you for everything.”

Apparently, a Ferrari makes for a pretty memorable birthday ‘thank you,’ too.

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According to court documents obtained by TMZ, the two signed a 13-page agreement addressing custody and financial support. The legal dispute began in 2024 when DaniLeigh filed a paternity case, identifying herself as Velour’s primary caregiver and requesting monthly support payments.

DaBaby challenged her account of their parenting responsibilities, maintaining that he’d been actively involved in their daughter’s life since birth. He also asked the court to legally establish his paternity and award joint custody. Although the former couple has now reached an agreement, they haven’t made the specific custody arrangements public.

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DaBaby And DaniLeigh’s Custody Settlement Follows Contentious Split

The agreement comes nearly five years after their relationship ended in a confrontation that played out publicly on Instagram Live. In November 2021, an argument between the two escalated when DaBaby called police to his Charlotte home while DaniLeigh was caring for their infant daughter. Police subsequently charged the singer with two counts of simple assault after DaBaby accused her of attacking him.

Their relationship continued generating headlines after the breakup, particularly when DaniLeigh’s brother, Brandon Bills, became involved in a physical altercation with DaBaby at a Los Angeles bowling alley in 2022. Bills later sued the rapper, and that separate civil case was settled in June 2026.

Despite their history, both artists have continued showing up for important moments in their daughter’s life. In September, they attended the Rookie Kids Runway on Broadway event at Macy’s Herald Square in New York, where Velour participated in the fashion showcase. As previously documented, the two parents posed separately with their daughter rather than taking photographs together.

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Footage shared by TMZ captured the longtime friends enjoying the music during the Oct. 23 show. The outing follows their surprise appearance together during Beyoncé’s final Cowboy Carter Tour performance in Las Vegas last year, where they performed a medley of Destiny’s Child hits.

Rihanna also attended the concert, watching from the stadium floor while dancing along to the music. The singer was photographed posing with fans throughout the evening. Kendrick Lamar was another familiar face spotted in the audience. The impressive turnout was fitting for Jay-Z’s celebration of 30 years since Reasonable Doubt, which has included performances in New York and overseas before arriving in Los Angeles for two final shows.

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Blue Ivy Shows Off Piano Skills During Jay-Z’s Concert

While Beyoncé enjoyed the performance with her former groupmates, her daughter Blue Ivy Carter joined Jay-Z onstage for a special appearance. The 14-year-old played piano during “The Story of O.J.” and “Dead Presidents,” receiving a warm reception from the audience. The teenager previously accompanied her father on piano at Yankee Stadium in July, performing “Feelin’ It.” She’s also become a familiar presence at her mother’s concerts, having danced during both the Renaissance World Tour and Cowboy Carter Tour.

In a March interview with GQ, Jay-Z praised his daughter’s musical abilities, saying she has perfect pitch and can teach herself songs by ear. Interestingly, he said Blue Ivy has little interest in taking formal lessons. “Blue is a crazy pianist, but she won’t let us get her a teacher,” he explained. “She doesn’t want it to be a job.”

Jay-Z returns to SoFi Stadium on Saturday (Oct. 24) for the final performance of his anniversary concert series. Friday’s show featured surprise appearances from Scarface, while John Legend joined DJ Khaled for “God Did.” With another night remaining, the guest list isn’t necessarily finished growing.

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On “Helpless,” a track from his collaborative album Heavy Is the Crown with Anderson .Paak, Cordae addresses the relationship’s end and his disappointment over how things unfolded. He also appears to reveal another development in his personal life. “I’m finna have my second child,” he raps. The verse suggests Cordae is expecting another baby, though he doesn’t name the mother or offer further details. He also reflects on giving his relationship his best effort and struggling with the reality of raising his daughter, Shai, in separate households.

Osaka publicly confirmed their breakup in January 2025 after nearly six years together. At the time, the tennis champion described their separation as amicable and praised Cordae as a father. “No bad blood at all, he’s a great person and an awesome dad,” she wrote on Instagram.

The former couple welcomed Shai in July 2023, and both have generally kept their family life out of the public eye. Cordae’s latest lyrics offer a different perspective from Osaka’s brief announcement, particularly about his disappointment that their relationship ended.

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Anderson .Paak Also Addresses His Divorce On “Helpless”

Cordae isn’t the only artist revisiting personal difficulties on the record. Anderson .Paak discusses the emotional fallout from his marriage to Jaylyn Chang, including the complications of navigating custody arrangements after their separation.

His verse describes the deterioration of trust between former partners and includes a troubling account of arriving intoxicated at a child’s birthday celebration. The musician also expresses frustration with how his family circumstances have affected him. The subject is particularly timely for .Paak, whose divorce was finalized in September. He filed to end the marriage in January 2024 after 13 years together.

“Helpless” appears on the 11-track Heavy Is the Crown, released Friday (October 23). The project reunites Cordae and .Paak after several previous collaborations, including “RNP” and “Two Tens.”

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According to The Athletic, employees received an email in late September congratulating them on their complimentary championship rings. The message promised personalized jewelry from the same manufacturer responsible for the players’ rings and offered recipients a choice between two designs. “Congratulations, your Employee Championship Ring is here,” the email read.

However, clicking the link didn’t take them to a ring selection page. Instead, employees learned they had failed an internal phishing simulation and had to attend cybersecurity training. The situation drew additional criticism because some longtime MSG employees reportedly weren’t expected to receive championship rings at all. Those concerns surfaced around Tuesday’s (Oct. 20) championship ceremony, when Knicks assistant coaches were reportedly handed empty ring boxes while players received theirs.

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Knicks Organization Apologizes For Championship Ring Prank

Madison Square Garden Sports confirmed the phishing exercise on Friday (Oct. 23), explaining that the company had recently experienced an actual security breach involving stolen employee credentials. “Using the rings as a lure to gain employees’ attention was an unfortunate mistake,” a spokesperson said in a statement to the Associated Press.

The organization defended its decision to conduct cybersecurity training but acknowledged that the championship rings were an inappropriate incentive. Given that the Knicks had just ended a championship drought dating back to 1973, the disappointment was easy to understand.

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On Saturday (Oct. 24), MSG issued another statement, disputing what it called misinformation about the distribution of championship jewelry. The company maintained that more than 275 rings and other pieces of jewelry, valued at over $3.7 million, had always been designated for members of the organization. MSG expects employees and other eligible recipients to receive their jewelry within four to six weeks. The company also apologized directly to staff and fans for the email, although it hasn’t clarified whether everyone who received the fake offer will ultimately receive a ring.

For the workers who clicked that link expecting a piece of Knicks history, the promised jewelry may still be out of reach. The cybersecurity class, unfortunately, was very real.

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According to Complex, Henley’s attorneys filed an emergency motion Friday (Oct. 23) requesting an October 19, 2027, trial date. The court appointed lawyers Charles C. Brown and Andrea Luem on September 25, giving them less than five months to prepare for a case involving 50 federal counts. “The trial is complex, the discovery is voluminous, and Mr. Henley is facing a possible sentence of life imprisonment,” his attorneys wrote. They argued that proceeding in February would leave them insufficient time to prepare an adequate defense.

Moreover, the amount of evidence is substantial. Prosecutors have provided more than 1.1 million pages of discovery, along with 29,612 audio and video files. Henley’s lawyers also reported losing two paralegals who had been responsible for organizing evidence, further complicating their preparations.

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Big U Previously Opposed Delaying His RICO Trial

The request reverses Henley’s position from earlier this year. In April, he personally objected when his former attorneys sought to postpone his trial from May 2026 to February 2027. U.S. District Judge Fernando Aenlle-Rocha ultimately granted that request despite Henley’s opposition. His new attorneys acknowledged the contradiction but argued that circumstances have changed, particularly with their recent appointment.

“Mr. Henley has been in custody since March 2025, and he objected to the last continuance,” the filing states. “The defense takes both facts seriously. But the record has changed since April.”

Meanwhile, federal prosecutors aren’t convinced another postponement is necessary. Assistant U.S. Attorney Kevin Butler told the defense on October 19 that the government opposed another postponement. Henley’s indictment accuses him of operating a criminal enterprise connected to the Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips. Prosecutors subsequently expanded the case with additional allegations, including witness tampering and soliciting violence against a witness. He has pleaded not guilty.

The defense is also asking the judge to cancel upcoming hearings and establish a revised pretrial schedule. Judge Aenlle-Rocha has not ruled on the emergency motion, meaning February 16, 2027, remains the scheduled trial date. If the request is granted, Henley will have spent more than two and a half years in federal custody before his trial begins.

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On Thursday (Oct. 22), Pina, known online as “Flipping NJ,” admitted to running a multimillion-dollar investment fraud scheme. The 48-year-old pleaded guilty to wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy. His plea also included two bribery offenses involving a New Jersey politician, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

Federal prosecutors said Pina solicited investments by promising returns of at least 30 percent within four to five months. Instead of using the money to purchase and renovate properties as advertised, he diverted funds to personal expenses and unrelated business activities. He also used investments from newer clients to pay earlier investors, operating what prosecutors described as a Ponzi-like scheme.

The fraud began as early as 2017 and eventually cost victims millions of dollars.

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Cesar Pina’s Guilty Plea Brings Renewed Attention To DJ Envy Partnership

Pina’s connection to DJ Envy helped build his reputation in real estate. The two hosted investment seminars nationwide, with Envy often promoting their ventures to audiences familiar with his radio career. Their partnership became controversial after Pina’s initial arrest in October 2023. Several investors subsequently named Envy in civil lawsuits, alleging that his involvement encouraged them to trust Pina with their money. Envy has maintained that he was unaware of the fraud and was himself an investor who lost money. He has not been criminally charged in connection with Pina’s activities.

Speaking about the allegations in 2023, Envy insisted he never profited from the disputed transactions. “I gave him a lot of money that I didn’t see a dollar of return,” he said, according to AllHipHop.

Pina’s admitted wrongdoing extended beyond the investment scheme. Prosecutors said he also laundered proceeds for individuals involved in drug trafficking. In a separate bribery scheme, he paid a Paterson official to influence decisions involving real estate projects, including a proposed development known as Old School 5. The federal charging documents describe approximately $50,000 in payments connected to the bribery arrangement. The official has not been publicly identified.

Pina is scheduled to be sentenced on March 10, 2027, before U.S. District Judge Madeline Cox Arleo. His wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy convictions each carry a maximum sentence of 20 years in federal prison. The bribery offenses carry additional potential penalties, leaving him facing substantial prison time when the court determines his sentence.

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Guests were also treated to luxury giveaways featuring Chanel and Hermès handbags. However, it’s unclear whether anyone actually walked away with the seven-figure grand prize. The celebration was the latest example of Drake’s expensive taste in birthday festivities, although the night’s entertainment offered a particularly nostalgic surprise.

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Drake Celebrates 40th Birthday With Backstreet Boys Performance

The Backstreet Boys made an unexpected appearance during the party, performing for the crowd before Drake joined them onstage for their 1999 hit “I Want It That Way.” Footage from the celebration captured the rapper’s excitement as he sang alongside the group. This wasn’t their first time performing together. In July 2022, Drake joined the Backstreet Boys during their Toronto concert, where he explained why the song held a special place in his childhood.

At 13, Drake recalled being an awkward teenager who had a crush on a girl who barely acknowledged him. That changed at his bar mitzvah, when she unexpectedly asked him to dance as “I Want It That Way” played. “It was the first time I ever felt acknowledged,” he told the audience. “It was the first time I ever felt like I had a shot at being cool.”

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The Big Apple celebration followed several days of birthday festivities, including a private gathering at Toronto’s CN Tower. Friends surprised Drake with a collection of photographs and memories before he traveled to New York with his mother and entourage.

His 40th birthday also coincided with another career milestone. On Friday, Billboard reported that Drake had become the first artist to surpass 350 million RIAA-certified units after receiving 30 new certifications. Among them were Diamond certifications for Views, “In My Feelings,” and “Marvin’s Room,” bringing his total to a record 18 Diamond plaques.

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A video of the moment shows Dennis in a bright pink-red suit jacket with a white shirt and a black bow tie. A silver chain hangs on his chest, and he wore round pink-tinted glasses with a dark beanie.

The star of the clip is the bird. A gray parrot sits right on his shoulder, calmly looking around while the party goes on.

Overall, it is a very Dennis Graham look. He has long been known for bold outfits, and purple suits are close to a trademark. This time, the pink suit and the parrot added even more flair.

Overall, Dennis Graham has once again proven that no one does a party entrance quite like him. The video has been spreading fast online, and fans are loving every second of it. It is a fun reminder of how much personality he brings to his son’s biggest nights.

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Dennis Graham At Drake’s Birthday

Drake turned 40 on October 24th, and his birthday week was packed. A private party at Toronto’s CN Tower and a New York dinner came first.

The main celebration happened on Friday night at Casa Cipriani in New York. More than 400 guests came, and the Backstreet Boys surprised the crowd with a performance.

The night also included a game show with cash prizes that went up to $1 million. Guests left with designer handbag giveaways too, including Chanel and Hermès bags.

Dennis Graham fits right into that energy. Between the pink suit and the parrot, he gave fans one of the most talked-about moments of the weekend.

We covered Drake’s 40th birthday earlier this week, and the celebrations only got bigger from there. It is hard to imagine a more fitting way to mark a milestone.

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The investigation began Oct. 21, when deputies responded to a reported battery on Buffwood Street in Denham Springs around 7 p.m. The complainant told investigators that Hatch and a juvenile had assaulted and robbed him. “The victim in this case reported being battered and robbed,” Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard said in a statement. At the time, he confirmed the initial arrests and warned that additional suspects could be taken into custody.

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Boosie Badazz’s Son Released On $275K Bond

Hatch was booked on charges of armed robbery, aggravated second-degree battery, possession of a firearm with drugs, and possession of drug paraphernalia. A judge set his bond at $275,500, which he posted before leaving the Livingston Parish Detention Center on Thursday night. Officers transported the unidentified juvenile to the Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center. Investigators have not disclosed the minor’s age or alleged role beyond what the complainant said.

The arrests have also drawn attention to Boosie, who has experienced his own legal troubles over the years. However, the Baton Rouge rapper has not publicly addressed his son’s case. When TMZ contacted him about Hatch’s arrest, he declined to comment.

Investigators have identified four people connected to the case, but several details remain undisclosed. The sheriff’s office has not specified what was allegedly stolen, the extent of the complainant’s injuries, or what charges Cooley and Ely may face. Those unanswered questions have become more significant as the investigation expands beyond Hatch and the juvenile initially accused of the attack.

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