HotNewHipHop https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/ The Latest Hip Hop News, Songs, Rap Albums & Music, Gossip & Entertainment News, Sneaker Releases, Sports News, TV & Movies, Interviews, Culture & more Tue, 12 May 2026 16:54:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Eminem’s Ex-Wife Will Be Sentenced For Drunk Driving Charges https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/994606-eminem-ex-wife-drunk-hit-and-run-charges Tue, 12 May 2026 16:54:30 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=994606 Kimberly Mathers, the ex-wife of Eminem, has pleaded no contest after appearing in court for a hit-and-run incident.

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The ex-wife of Eminem, Kimberly Mathers, will be sentenced on impaired driving and hit-and-run charges next month, as All Hip Hop pointed out. Mathers pleaded no contest after a hit-and-run incident in February. The former spouse of the rap star was accused of driving under the influence when she crashed her vehicle into a parked car while her son and his friends were in the car with her.

Mathers made the no-contest plea in New Baltimore’s 42-2 District Court. Police said that she crashed her white Range Rover into a Dodge pick-up truck. The impact of the crash was so hard that the pick-up truck moved 50 feet from where it was parked originally. What’s even more is that police said that she was impaired at the time of the crash, per Click On Detroit.

In court, Mathers was charged with operating a vehicle while impaired and failure to stop after a collision. The first count is a 93-day misdemeanor sentence, while the second count is a 90-day misdemeanor. In the aftermath of her arraignment, she pleaded no contest to both.

Mathers will be sentenced on June 17th, 2026, at the same court.

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This Isn’t Eminem’s Ex-Wife’s First DWI Charge, According To Reports

Per The Detroit News, Kimberly Mathers was previously charged after driving an SUV into a ditch after hitting a utility pole in 2015. Court records for that case were reportedly sealed, though a resident in Chesterfield Township, where the crash occurred, called into Mojo In The Morning and alleged that she drank, got into her vehicle, and tried to end her life. The report claims that court records were sealed because the incident related to a suicide attempt. She was later sentenced to a year of probation and a $900 fine. 

We will keep you posted on any further updates on the Kimberly Mathers case. 

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Man Who Stole Beyoncé’s Unreleased Music Sentenced To Prison Time https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/994603-beyonce-unreleased-music-thief-sentence Tue, 12 May 2026 15:54:16 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=994603 Two years in prison and three years on probation for the man who was accused of stealing a hard drive with unreleased Beyonce music.

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BeyHive rejoice: justice has been served. According to TMZ, a man by the name of Kelvin Evans has taken a plea deal in a case related to the theft of Beyonce’s unreleased music. Evans was accused of breaking into an SUV that was rented by a member of Bey’s team and stealing a hard drive of unreleased music. 

Much of this was already captured on camera, yet Evans pleaded not guilty in March and rejected another deal at the time. However, investigators say the surveillance cameras caught Evans breaking into the Jeep a few days before Beyonce’s Atlanta date on the Cowboy Carter tour. According to WXIA-TV, that would’ve been the core of their case. 

“While we believe the State had a very strong case, there are some parts that are circumstantial that a reasonable jury may have found a defendant not guilty, so that’s the basis for the plea recommendation,” the prosecutor said. 

In addition to stealing a hard drive with unreleased music, he was also accused of stealing jump drives that had footage plans for the show, set lists, both from previous shows and future ones, along with tech like two laptops and headphones, as well as designer shades. 

Evans previously faced six years in prison for the case, though as part of this deal, he will only face two. Among the charges he pleaded guilty to was one count of entering an automobile, and the second count included criminal trespass, though that was merged with the first count. However, he will not be eligible for parole as he’s been labeled a repeat offender of sorts. He was ultimately handed down a two-year sentence with three years of probation.

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The Man Behind Beyonce’s Stolen Music Has Been Sentenced

However, he will also be given time served following his September arrest. But along with previous parole violation situations and other accusations of breaking into vehicles, it remains unclear if his sentence will solely include the five years outlined above.

“He is looking forward to putting this… behind him and hoping for a future where he can make money legitimately, be part of society just like the rest of us,” his defense attorney stated.

We’ve yet to hear from Beyoncé’s team but we will keep you posted with any further updates.

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Jamila Adams Accuses Stefon Diggs Of Abusing The Mother Of His Child While Pregnant https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/994595-stefon-diggs-accused-abuse-jamila-adams-cardi-b Tue, 12 May 2026 15:34:08 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=994595 Jamila Adams took to Instagram on Monday to accuse Stefon Diggs of abusing the mothers of his children, as well as Cardi B.

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Last week, Stefon Diggs was in court to defend himself in an assault and strangulation case against his former chef, Jamila Adams. In the end, Diggs was found not guilty on both charges and is now free to go.

However, in the aftermath of the verdict, Adams has continued to level her allegations against Diggs. She notes that just because he was found not guilty, it doesn’t mean he is innocent. She has been adamant about the veracity of her allegations, and won’t be silenced anytime soon.

In fact, last night, Adams took to her Instagram, where she offered up some new allegations against Diggs. Below, you will see her accuse Diggs of assaulting the mother of his child while she was pregnant.

Furthermore, she mentions Cardi B in the caption of her post, which insinuates that the woman in question is, in fact, Cardi. While Adams does not say this directly in her video, she has certainly sparked lots of speculation.

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Jamila Adams Mentions Cardi B

“Cardi You know I didn’t lie, You know exactly who he really is. he did it to you,” Adams explained.

Ultimately, this latest response from Adams has created a stir on social media, with fans wondering whether or not Cardi B is going to respond. One fan invoked the Tasha K situation, writing “I hope this chef ain’t lying because Cardi likes to sue folks. Ask Tasha K. Lol.”

There were other commenters who suggested that a lawsuit could be on the horizon. With that being said, Cardi B has not yet leveled a response to Adams’ allegations. The same can be said about Stefon Diggs.

This is a developing story, so be sure to stay tuned as we will bring you the latest updates.

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Kanye West Shouldn’t Be Persecuted, Prague Concert Producers Argue https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/994597-kanye-west-prague-concert-producer-defend-show Tue, 12 May 2026 15:01:56 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=994597 Ye's controversies continue to follow him.

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There aren’t too many other artists who are as divisive as Kanye West. And although he’s been trying his hardest to move past the controversies of the past five years and some change, it hasn’t really been working for him in the way that he thought. For one, it seems like no one has really talked about Bully since it dropped. Secondly, all of his attempts at apologizing to those he offended have fallen on deaf ears. As a result, it’s becoming increasingly difficult for him to lock in shows, whether in the U.S. or overseas.

His Prague show, in particular, has been particularly contentious, especially since plenty of other countries in Europe have effectively banned Ye from performing–or in some cases, even entering. According to AllHipHop, the producer of the show, HUGO Productions, and the director of the venue, Chuchle Arena racecourse, are banking on the emphasis of freedom of expression that has been at the center of Prague’s political discourse to ensure this show goes on without a hitch.

“We are not the ones who should evaluate whether the artist performs or not,” Chuchle Arena racecourse’s director Zuzana Rambova said. “We are certainly not in the era of socialism, where we somehow persecute artists.”

Rambova’s statement comes directly in response to critics who’ve tried to get the show shut down. Meanwhile, Hugo Varga, the entrepreneur behind HUGO Productions, argued that Ye suffered from mental health struggles when he made offensive statements publicly. “He’s not an extremist,” Varga said. Varga previously organized the Rubikon Festival in 2025, which eventually got nixed after announcing Ye as a performer.

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Kanye West Divides Prague’s Political Class

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Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis’s government has been emphasizing the importance of free speech, while the Justice Minister Jeronym Tejc said, “Let everyone defend their opinion.” And while there’s certainly push back, especially from its opposition, Prague is already looking like one of the few places where Ye might be welcomed to perform. We’ll keep you posted on anymore developments. Sound off with your thoughts in the comment section below. 

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Foogiano’s Manager Sets The Record Straight Amid Rumor That He’s Back In Jail https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/994592-foogiano-not-back-in-jail Tue, 12 May 2026 13:52:36 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=994592 A report circulated online Monday stating that Foogiano was back in jail, although turned out to not be the case.

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Just a few weeks ago, Foogiano was released from jail after a five-year stay stemming from a probation violation. The artist had previously been accused of having a firearm as a convicted felon. As the story goes, the rapper took off his ankle monitor and fled, which landed him a five-year sentence.

Since getting out of jail a few weeks ago, the artist has made some headlines. After all, he is an artist signed to Gucci Mane. Weeks before his release, Pooh Shiesty was arrested alongside Big30 and his own father for allegedly robbing and kidnapping Gucci. This was allegedly done over a contract dispute.

Foogiano did not take long to comment on the situation. He changed his Instagram profile photo to Pooh Shiesty and took a stance against snitching.

On Monday, a report surfaced on No Jumper, claiming that Foogiano was back in jail. However, the person who posted the report failed to do some basic fact-checking. Montgomery Residential Re-Entry Management was mistaken for a jail. Instead, it is simply a halfway house that helps transition former inmates back into society.

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Foogiano Is Not In Jail

Foogiano’s manager even took to social media to confirm that the artist was not in jail and was doing just fine. For the time being, he is staying at the halfway house and slowly but surely getting himself back out there.

All of this just goes to show that you always need to check your facts before jumping to conclusions. At this time, Foogiano himself has not commented on the situation.

This is a developing story, and we will be sure to keep you informed on the latest details.

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6ix9ine Claims 21 Savage Has A U Visa During Snitching Debate With Big Bank https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/994590-6ix9ine-21-savage-u-visa-big-bank-snitch-debate Tue, 12 May 2026 13:24:38 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=994590 6ix9ine recently sat down with Big Bank for a lengthy conversation that covered topics such as 21 Savage and Young Thug.

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6ix9ine has been on a crusade against those who have snitching allegations. After being ostracized from mainstream rap back in 2019, the artist has been adamant that he isn’t the only one snitching. He believes he has been unfairly treated when other artists with similar histories get a pass. In fact, his recent tirades got the attention of Big Bank, who had him on his show, Perspektives With Bank.

The episode was held in 6ix9ine’s new FAX TV studio. This studio features a massive screen that 6ix9ine is constantly using as a way to provide “evidence” for his arguments. Overall, it makes for a funny visual gag, although for Big Bank, it proved to be a huge nuisance.

During their interview, Bank just wanted to get to the heart of 6ix9ine’s snitching. However, 6ix9ine used this as an opportunity to accuse 21 Savage and Young Thug of snitching. He was constantly going up to the screen and reading off Google AI Overview definitions in an attempt to shape the narrative and win over the audience.

Case in point, during the early stages of the interview, 6ix9ine made the claim that 21 Savage is only a legal resident of the United States because of a U Visa. A U Visa is something that is granted to immigrants who are the victims of a crime and have been useful to law enforcement.

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6ix9ine & Big Bank Hash Things Out

21 Savage reportedly applied for a U Visa about a decade ago, after being the victim of a shooting in 2013. In 2023, 21 Savage officially got his United States citizenship; however, it was never made clear if his citizenship was a finalized U Visa or something else entirely.

Regardless, 6ix9ine harped on the “useful to law enforcement” side of the coin. He pressed the issue in an attempt to show Big Bank that this is all the proof he needs to call 21 a snitch. Bank has interviewed 21 in the past, and looked uncomfortable during the segment. Throughout 6ix9ine’s tirade, he asked for the rapper to sit down, although he mostly refused.

The conversation then transitioned into the Young Thug allegations, which is something 6ix9ine has relitigated for months. Ultimately, the entire interview was hijacked by Tekashi, who had a clear agenda in mind when he booked with Big Bank.

The entire interview can be watched above.

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Christopher Nolan Reveals Why He Cast Travis Scott In “The Odyssey” https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/994587-christopher-nolan-the-odyssey-travis-scott-casting Tue, 12 May 2026 12:48:24 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=994587 Travis Scott's inclusion in Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" has elicited some strong reactions, but the director stands by all of it.

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Christopher Nolan is one of the greatest directors of this generation. With movies like Memento, The Dark Knight, and Interstellar under his belt, Nolan has proven that he can make blockbusters. His latest movie, Oppenheimer, practically swept the Oscars, and it has led to lots of anticipation for his adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey.

The Odyssey is easily one of Nolan’s most ambitious movies yet. After all, the Greek story is one that requires lots of care, as well as authenticity to the source material. So far, big-name actors like Zendaya, Matt Damon, and Tom Holland are all set to star in the movie. In a trailer from a few months ago, fans even spotted Travis Scott, which led to some interesting reactions on social media.

In a new interview with TIME, Nolan was asked about his casting decisions. This included his decision to put Scott in the film. This led to a thoughtful answer from Nolan, who felt as though it was natural to include a rapper in the movie.

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Travis Scott To Star In The Odyssey

“I cast him because I wanted to nod towards the idea that this story has been handed down as oral poetry, which is analogous to rap,” Nolan explained.

If you remember, Travis Scott had a theme song for the movie TENET, which is another Nolan picture. With that being said, it is clear that these two have a relationship of sorts.

If you are excited for The Odyssey, you’re not going to have to wait much longer. The movie is officially coming out in theaters on July 17. It is expected to be the biggest blockbuster of the entire year, although there are always risks that it could be a flop. Whatever the case may be, Nolan fans are both excited and curious for the new film.

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Adin Ross Claims Kendrick Lamar Is Running Scared Because Of Drake’s “ICEMAN” https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/994583-adin-ross-kendrick-lamar-drake-iceman Tue, 12 May 2026 12:26:25 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=994583 Following a bizarre situation involving Kendrick Lamar's catalog on Monday, Adin Ross has decided to weigh in with a ridiculous take.

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Kendrick Lamar had fans confused on Monday following a situation involving his album GNX. The project was taken off of Apple Music, along with the Drake diss track, “Euphoria.” Subsequently, the music videos for “Not Like Us” and “luther” were taken off YouTube.

Eventually, the music videos were re-uploaded from scratch, with the view counter reset. “Euphoria” and GNX slowly made their way back to Apple Music, and the crisis was averted. However, this led to numerous questions about Lamar’s desire to do such a thing. The conspiracy theories rolled in, with many relating this to Drake, who is dropping ICEMAN on Friday.

While some Twitter users came to the conclusion that this is all part of some record deal catalog transfer, others aren’t so convinced. For instance, streamer Adin Ross believes Kendrick Lamar is running scared right now. He claims Lamar is worried about the release of ICEMAN, and this is why he rushed to delete “Not Like Us.”

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Adin Ross With A Ridiculous Take

It was a ridiculous claim, especially when you consider how the music video was re-uploaded. Furthermore, “Not Like Us” was never deleted from any streaming platforms. Instead, it stayed up on Apple Music, Spotify, Tidal, and more.

Perhaps the most ridiculous claim to come from Ross’ mouth is the notion that Lamar’s only classic is Good Kid, M.A.A.D City. One could easily claim To Pimp A Butterfly and DAMN as classics as well. Even GNX has the potential to age well and become one of the biggest projects in Lamar’s discography.

Regardless, it is clear that these narratives are only going to get worse as the week goes on. ICEMAN is approaching, and all of Drake’s friends are doing everything they can to pump the megastar’s tires. One can just imagine how bad this will all get once the album comes out.

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Freddie Gibbs Makes History As Newest Mizuno Sportstyle Ambassador https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/994572-freddie-gibbs-mizuno-ambassador-sneaker-news Tue, 12 May 2026 12:02:53 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=994572 Freddie Gibbs has signed on as Mizuno Sportstyle's first non-athlete global brand ambassador, with a collaborative sneaker expected.

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Freddie Gibbs just made history with Mizuno. The rapper has officially signed on as Mizuno Sportstyle’s first-ever non-athlete global brand ambassador. For a brand that has always been athlete-focused, this is a genuinely significant shift.

Gibbs and Mizuno first connected during Paris Fashion Week in June 2025. He performed at the brand’s showroom for the launch of the Mizuno Our Wave Prophecy Morelia Neo. That first link-up clearly turned into something bigger.

The campaign imagery was shot during a recent trip to Japan. Gibbs visited Mizuno’s headquarters in Osaka, practiced samurai sword techniques, spent time at the batting cages, and trained at Casanova Gym in Tokyo. The content looks great and fits both Gibbs’ personality and Mizuno’s Japanese heritage naturally.

The bigger news for sneaker fans is what comes next. A Freddie Gibbs x Mizuno collaborative sneaker is expected to launch in early 2027 via the Mizuno website and select retailers. That’s something worth circling on the calendar.

Mizuno Sportstyle has been building serious momentum in the streetwear and sneaker space over the past few years. The brand has 120 years of sports technology behind it. Signing Gibbs signals a clear intention to push further into culture not just sport. Freddie Gibbs is one of the most respected figures in hip-hop right now. This partnership makes sense from both sides.

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Freddie Gibbs Mizuno Ambassador

Mizuno Sportstyle is the lifestyle arm of Mizuno, a Japanese brand founded in 1906, best known for baseball, running, and volleyball gear. Also in recent years, they have been quietly building a reputation in sneaker culture through silhouettes like the Wave Prophecy and the Morelia Neo.

The shoes tend to feature sculpted, futuristic midsoles with strong Japanese design influence. Colorways lean technical and minimal. The brand sits in an interesting space, not as mainstream as Nike or Adidas, but increasingly respected by people who care about design and heritage.

Signing Freddie Gibbs, who has a loyal and culturally engaged fanbase, is the brand’s clearest statement yet that it’s coming for a bigger seat at the table.

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Chris Brown’s New Album Receives Pitchfork’s Lowest Score Of The 2020s So Far https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/994578-chris-brown-pitchfork-review-score Tue, 12 May 2026 12:00:18 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=994578 Chris Brown's new album "BROWN" has been drawing some polarizing reviews, and there is no better example than Pitchfork.

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Chris Brown remains one of the most polarizing artists, and for good reason. For many fans, his past actions simply disqualify him from being an artist worth paying attention to. However, on the flip side of this, he has millions of adoring fans who will defend anything he does.

His latest album, BROWN, has proven to be yet another polarizing chapter in the singer’s career. The 27-track album has some big features, though it’s not what some were hoping for. There is a lot of filler, and for the most part, Brown doesn’t put together his best work. Instead, he offers up an album that feels like it was meant for the radio and streaming algorithms.

Pitchfork seems to agree with that sentiment. On Tuesday morning, the publication came through with its official BROWN review, written by Alphonse Pierre. Pierre is never one to mince words, and with BROWN, that was no exception

In fact, the writer gave the album a 1.3/10, which is the lowest score the publication has given this decade. “It’s soulless, hit-chasing music with nothing going for it if you aren’t personally invested in the Chris Brown culture wars,” Pierre wrote.

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Chris Brown Gets A 1.3 Out of 10

Ultimately, Pitchfork is a publication that is famous for its reviews. They can be harsh at times, and this is a perfect example of that. In the past few years, they have given albums like GNX a 6.6/10, while rating artists like Travis Scott below a 6/10. These reviews have drawn anger from fans online, although this is to be expected.

Another reviewer, Anthony Fantano, suffers the exact same thing in his comments section on YouTube. Fans don’t like seeing their favorite artists get skewered by negativity. As it turns out, those fans need to realize that criticism is a fundamental part of the artistic process.

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