According to NBC News, attorney Michael Tremonte filed a declaration Monday asking a federal judge in New York to allow the firm to withdraw. Tremonte said Combs owes a “substantial balance” in legal fees, costs, and expenses, and that his most recent payment covered work performed in late 2025. Further, the money is only part of the disagreement. Tremonte also claims Combs has not made himself available for timely and substantive discussions about the case for more than four months. The filing describes the relationship as having reached a “total breakdown in cooperation and communication.”

Combs disputes that version of events. Through spokesperson Juda Engelmayer, he said he decided to change attorneys because the firm allegedly overcharged him and billed for work he had not approved.

“I won’t let anyone take advantage of me by overcharging me and running up bills that were never approved,” Combs said in the statement. He characterized the disagreement as a business dispute rather than simply a refusal to pay. Tremonte rejected the accusation and said the firm is leaving because its invoices remain unpaid and Combs has become uncooperative.

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Diddy’s $100 Million Defamation Case Recently Survived A Major Challenge

The timing is notable because the firm is seeking to exit shortly after Combs scored a partial win in the same lawsuit. He sued Courtney Burgess, attorney Ariel Mitchell, and Nexstar Media, which owns NewsNation, over allegations broadcast before his federal criminal trial. Burgess claimed he possessed videos showing Combs sexually assaulting celebrities and minors, while Combs alleges Mitchell and NewsNation helped spread false accusations.

Earlier this month, U.S. District Judge John P. Cronan refused to dismiss the claims against Mitchell and allowed one portion of the case against Nexstar to continue, while throwing out several others. The ruling did not establish that Combs had been defamed. It only determined that some of his claims were legally sufficient to proceed.

ABC News reports that the parties have also discussed the possibility of mediation or a settlement conference. A hearing on the next steps in the case is scheduled for Sept. 17. Combs is currently serving a 50-month federal sentence in New Jersey after being convicted in 2025 on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. He was acquitted of the more serious racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking charges.

Sher Tremonte’s request still needs the judge’s approval. Until then, the filing reflects the firm’s attempt to end the attorney-client relationship rather than a completed withdrawal.

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According to TMZ, Griffith raised the concern in a new filing seeking to move the proceedings away from Prince George’s County, Maryland. He argued that a jury pool in the area could include Commanders season-ticket holders, stadium workers, and other people with a personal attachment to the team.

Diggs joined Washington in August after spending last season with New England. The move also brought him back to familiar territory. He grew up in Maryland, played high school football there, and later attended the University of Maryland before entering the NFL. Griffith argues that those ties could become a problem once jurors are asked to choose between two sharply different versions of what happened in 2023. His filing reportedly warns against giving a hometown athlete the benefit of the doubt simply because fans feel invested in his future on the field.

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Stefon Diggs Calls Venue Request A “Sideshow”

Meanwhile, Diggs is opposing the move. His attorney, Mitch Schuster, told TMZ that jurors from Prince George’s County and surrounding areas are capable of weighing the evidence fairly. Diggs’ side also dismissed the request as another “sideshow” intended to generate attention around the case.

The lawsuit began with Diggs suing Griffith for defamation after Griffith publicly accused him of sexual misconduct. Griffith later countersued, alleging that Diggs drugged him during a May 2023 visit to his Maryland home, exposed himself, and made unwanted sexual advances.

Griffith also claims Diggs later helped arrange for him to be assaulted in Los Angeles after he rejected those advances and remained able to speak about what allegedly happened. Diggs has denied those allegations.

The two sides have spent much of the year fighting over discovery and what evidence to consider. Griffith has claimed phone and travel records support his allegation that people connected to Diggs coordinated the later attack, while Diggs has accused him of selectively presenting information to create publicity. Those claims remain disputed.

The judge has not yet ruled on Griffith’s request to move the case. For now, the latest fight is over where the jury should come from before either side gets the chance to argue the allegations in front of one.

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“I don’t want the award anymore my brother,” Brown wrote on Instagram, according to TMZ. “You went on with don lemon and started tap dancing. Yall keep that sh*t.”

Jones appeared on The Don Lemon Show Tuesday after he and U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett faced criticism for attending Brown and Usher’s Sept. 12 concert at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Crockett entered the artists into the Congressional Record for their contributions to music, while Jones presented Brown with a separate State of Texas legislative recognition.

During his interview with Lemon, Jones apologized specifically to Black women and people who have experienced domestic violence. He said honoring Brown was not intended to bring up trauma connected to the singer’s history, but acknowledged that his participation had hurt people. In a separate written statement, Jones said his decision had contributed to Black women’s safety and lived experiences being sidelined.

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Chris Brown Says He Never Asked To Be Honored

Brown took issue with Jones distancing himself from the presentation after the backlash arrived. He said the lawmakers approached him with the recognition, not the other way around, and argued that Jones apologized because he was worried about losing political support.

“I was minding my damn business,” Brown wrote. “My shows in Dallas were already sold out. I ain’t ask to be honored because I knew some sh*t like this would happen.” He ended by asking politicians and critics to leave him alone so he could focus on the fans supporting his tour.

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The response was considerably different from the message Brown sent Crockett one day earlier. He thanked the congresswoman and apologized for the backlash she was receiving, saying he was grateful for the recognition. Crockett has not issued a similar public apology for participating in the ceremony.

Criticism of the honor has centered on Brown’s history of violence against women. He pleaded guilty to felony assault after attacking Rihanna in 2009. Several women have made other allegations against him over the years, some of which resulted in civil litigation or restraining-order proceedings. Those allegations have had different legal outcomes and should not be treated as proven collectively.

Jones said he and Crockett were originally brought into the event in connection with voter outreach ahead of the November election. He told Lemon that the lawmakers intended to use the concert audience to encourage political participation, though the awards became part of the appearance that drew national attention. Meanwhile, Brown has not said whether he plans to physically return the State of Texas recognition or was simply rejecting it publicly. His Congressional Record entry, which came through Crockett rather than Jones, also remains in place.

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Jordan Brand has built out a run of unreleased Air Jordan 10 and Air Jordan 11 cleats specifically for its NFL roster over the past several seasons. Each player typically gets some input on colorway and small personal details. Young’s pair keeps things fairly clean, staying close to his team’s actual uniform scheme.

This isn’t the first time Young has leaned on Jordan Brand cleats for a big moment. He wore Air Jordan 11 “Gamma” cleats during last season’s Wild Card game. Before that, he wore Jordan 1 Low cleats all the way back at his Alabama Pro Day.

Young consistently reaches for Jordan Brand footwear whenever the stakes are highest, whether that’s a draft showcase or a playoff game. Kicking off a new season in another exclusive pair keeps that streak going.

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Bryce Young’s Air Jordan 10 Low PE Cleats

Young’s fashion choices off the field have drawn plenty of attention throughout his career. He’s shown up to games in rare collaborative sneakers, including a pair of Travis Scott x Nike SB Dunks before switching into cleats for kickoff. That kind of pregame rotation has become part of his identity as much as his play calling.

Jordan Brand cleats specifically have become increasingly common among NFL quarterbacks in recent seasons. Getting access to unreleased PE colorways carries its own kind of status within that world. It signals a level of relationship with the brand that goes beyond a standard sponsorship deal.

Young’s continued use of Jordan Brand cleats across some of his biggest moments says a lot about where his personal style priorities sit. Whether it’s a draft workout or a season opener, he’s consistently found ways to make his footwear part of the story.

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This marks the colorway’s first-ever retro after 22 years. White tumbled leather covers most of the upper here. Varsity Red hits the eyestays, laces, collar, and tongue for that classic Bulls-inspired look.

Light steel grey rounds things out across the eyelets, lining, and outsole. That combination gives the shoe a clear connection to the earlier “Steel” Air Jordan 10, just swapping in red instead of blue. The shape is expected to lean closer to the original 1994 performance build rather than a modern reinterpretation.

This colorway originally released back in 2005, right after Jordan’s first NBA retirement. It never carried the same weight as some of the model’s other releases at the time. Even so, it’s built a steady, quiet following over the past two decades.

This continues a broader run of 2000s Air Jordan 10 retros, following a women’s exclusive “Hydrangea” release earlier in the year.

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Air Jordan 10 “Red Steel”

The Air Jordan 10 was never as big as models like the 11 or 4 within the broader lineup. Jordan only wore it briefly following his first retirement, and it’s often gotten overshadowed by shoes with bigger on-court moments attached. Still, that hasn’t stopped it from building a loyal following among certain collectors over the years.

“Red Steel” fits right into that underdog reputation. It’s clean, wearable, and easy to pair with almost anything, which has helped it age better than some louder colorways from the same era. Twenty-two years without a retro only added to how hard it’s been to track down a decent pair.

Given how much attention early 2000s Jordan releases have gotten lately, this feels like the right moment for “Red Steel” to finally get its shot. For collectors who’ve kept this one on their list for years, March 2027 should be worth the wait.

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During these conversations, Joy made the claim that she loves being spoiled by men. Whether that be with designer bags, clothes, cars, or even homes. DJ Akademiks put this to the test by taking her on a date that cost him upwards of $80K, with the private jet included.

One person who doesn’t seem to appreciate this transparency is Brittany Renner. In numerous videos on social media, Renner addressed Joy, claiming that she acts like a damsel in distress. She believes this kind of life is pathetic in a way, and that Joy should strive for more.

This subsequently led to a response from Diddy’s ex, who had some strong words directed in Renner’s direction.

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Daphne Joy Addresses Brittany Renner

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For the most part, Joy attempted to take the high road. She said she loves being spoiled, and she loves to spoil her partners back. She then said that she understands if that kind of dynamic isn’t for Renner. Ultimately, it’s not for everyone.

However, Joy failed at keeping things all the way cordial, as by the end of it, she was issuing a warning to Renner. She simply stated that the next time Renner speaks on her, she should make sure she doesn’t look like she’s just fought a bunch of dogs.

As far as internet feuds go, you can’t get much pettier and low stakes than this.

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Album: Heavy Is The Crown

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In the midst of this, we haven’t gotten a whole lot of new music from the rapper. However, that is about to change this Friday as Offset is planning to come out with his single, “Something I Need.”

This week, Offset is going into promo mode, and he has opted for a unique strategy. Below, you can see that he has started a new hotline for a faux radio show called “NEED FM.” If you call 470-742-6949, you can get free relationship advice from the artist.

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Offset Opens “NEED FM”

It seems like a fun idea, albeit not the first time an artist has opened up phone lines for a piece of promotional material. Whatever the case may be, the prospect of new Offset music should be exciting for a lot of rap fans.

In fact, Offset is seemingly back in the studio with Quavo. Quavo recently revealed that Migos is coming back for one more album and one more tour. At the time of Takeoff’s death, Quavo and Set were not on speaking terms. Now, things have changed, and it appears as though we will hear all three on the same tracks again. Takeoff’s verses are likely going to be older ones that are being taken out of the vault.

Let us know your expectations for the new Offset song in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world.

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This subsequently led to a feud between the two artists, with all sorts of rumors circulating about their relationship. For instance, there was a narrative that the two had gotten into a fist fight, and that Latto was the winner.

However, Coi Leray has the real story. While appearing on The Jason Lee Show for BET, Leray made it clear that her fist fight was actually with Latto’s sister Brooklyn. Things got out of hand, and it eventually came to blows.

“I don’t want to be f**ked with,” Leray said. “I don’t want nobody to say my name. Don’t use my name for clickbait and for clout and to create rap beef that I’m not in. […] One thing led to another. Me and [Latto’s sister] Brooklyn fought behind the scenes. It was a whole thing. A whole fistfight. I done refractured my knee and everything…She was defending her sister. Me, I was defending myself.”

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Later in the interview, Leray revealed that things between her and Latto are all good now. When Latto was pregnant, Leray reached out, and they were able to squash things on a permanent basis.

Whether or not Leray and Latto will collaborate in the future still remains to be seen. However, Leray did reveal that she is open to the possibility.

In the meantime, you can watch the full interview with Coi Leray, below.

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A diamond-covered pendant shaped like the enchanted clock from Beauty and the Beast stood out immediately. He also pulled out a one-off Louis Vuitton bag carrying old Certified Lover Boy branding, along with several chains and rings from what looked like a private display case built specifically to store his collection.

Watches got their own spotlight too, with Drake casually holding up a few pieces for the camera without naming brands or pricing outright. That low-key presentation made the whole segment feel more like a personal walkthrough than a scripted flex.

The cars got their moment as well. Drake walked the camera past his garage, which included the pink Range Rover that once belonged to Cam’ron. Seeing that specific vehicle pop up got just as much attention online as anything pulled from the jewelry case.

The film didn’t stay up for long after it dropped, but that hasn’t stopped fans from sharing clips and screenshots from the closet reveal all over social media in the days since.

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Drake’s Jewelry and Watch Collection

Drake’s taste definitely leans toward pieces with a story attached, not just expensive ones. Pairing something as playful as a Disney-inspired pendant with a car tied directly to Cam’ron’s own history says a lot about how he approaches collecting overall. It’s less about flexing size and more about the meaning behind each piece.

This kind of reveal fits a broader pattern too. He’s used personal projects before to casually show off parts of his world without turning it into a full announcement or press moment. Reveals like that tend to spread fast regardless, especially when something as recognizable as Cam’ron’s old Range Rover shows up completely unannounced.

Even with the video getting pulled shortly after release, “FOMO” gave fans a rare look at just how much history and personality sits inside Drake’s personal collection.

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