J.M. hit Cash Out with a lawsuit back in 2022, alleging that he violated the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act. He allegedly forced her to work as a prostitute, threatening or physically harming her if she did not comply. Cash Out also allegedly forced J.M. to use drugs.

“The court’s ruling underscores that sex trafficking carries serious legal consequences,” J.M.’s attorney, Matthew Stoddard, said of the ruling. “It sends an important signal that exploiting vulnerable individuals is not only morally reprehensible but will be met with substantial accountability under the law.”

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Cash Out Sentence

“This judgment reflects a careful judicial recognition of the severity and long-term impact of sex trafficking,” he continued. “It demonstrates that presentation of evidence showcasing the harm and exploitation associated with sex trafficking will compel significant financial consequences regardless of whether a judge or jury is the decision maker.”

“Our firm’s fight will continue as we will now seek to collect substantial sums sitting in the Court’s registry as part of forfeiture proceedings associated with the criminal RICO prosecution of Mr. Gibson,” Stoddard concluded. “We are also exploring the assignment of residual income streams from Mr. Gibson’s rap catalogue.”

Cash Out was convicted of rape, sex trafficking, and RICO charges in July of 2025. Shortly after, he was sentenced to life in prison plus 70 years. His co-defendant, Tyrone Taylor, received the same sentence. His mother, Linda Smith, was also convicted and sentenced to 30 years behind bars.

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“It’s this simple. Rock The Country isn’t just a music festival; it’s a movement,” Kid Rock said of the announcement, according to Loud Wire. “In 2026, as America celebrates its 250th anniversary, this is a place for hard-working, God-fearing patriots to gather as one and celebrate freedom, music and the party of the year.”

When The Neighborhood Talk revealed that Ludacris and Nelly would be taking part on Instagram on Tuesday, fans in the comments section were not happy. “Y’all should’ve known Nelly was a Trump supporter when he performed at the inauguration months ago,” one user wrote. Another added: “Not Luda! We’re already know what time Nelly is on.”

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Nelly’s Support Of Donald Trump

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Nelly previously came under fire for performing at the Liberty Ball following the inauguration of Donald Trump in 2025. Afterward, he appeared on Willie D Live and defended the decision, explaining that he has respect for the office of the President, regardless of who holds it.

“I thought you were riding for me because I put on on for my city, I didn’t know that I had to agree with your political choices,” Nelly said at the time. “I thought it was the things you do (that count). Not the things you say should be done. If you follow what I do, this shouldn’t even be an argument. He’s the president. He won.”

Following Trump’s first 100 days in office, Nelly reaffirmed his confidence in the President during an interview with Fox News Digital. “I’m all for everybody staying positive about any and everything,” he said. “I’m a glass half-full type of guy, I’m more empowered by bringing people together and making sure that we all get what we need, when we need it and why we need it.”

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According to Chilmark Police Chief Sean Slavin, Forté was found unresponsive on his kitchen floor by a neighbor yesterday (January 12). The neighbor notified authorities, but despite their best efforts, Forté was pronounced dead at the scene. No foul play is suspected.

Reportedly, Forté was taking medication to control seizures after a health scare put him in the hospital roughly a year ago. He is survived by his wife, Lara Fuller, and their two kids.

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John Forté Cause Of Death

Forte’s cause of death has yet to be revealed. Fans and friends of the former Fugees collaborator are out in full force, sharing heartfelt messages about the unexpected loss on social media.

“So sad to hear about the Good Brother John Forte,” media personality Premium Pete wrote on Twitter/X. “Always beautiful energy, a chameleon gone too soon. Sending Love and Light to his kids and family! Long Live Combat Jack.” Someone else says, “Rest in peace and power to the incredible John Forte.”

In a 2022 interview with GQ, Forte discussed his last full-length solo album, Vessels, Angels & Ancestors. He called the project “a testament of mindful, loving awareness” about “how you can see the atrocity and still believe that we are stardust, that we are divine.”

“I believe in my heart of hearts that there’s wellness along the way,” he added. “And for that wellness, there’s also gratitude. That’s what I’m wrapping up in my art right now. I’m trying to do that in the most loving, collaborative, open way possible, because it feels better.”

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Fans on social media can’t wait to hear what Rocky has in store for the highly anticipated release. “And it’s the number one pre-added album on Apple Music. This Friday feels like a big event with this one and I’m there for it,” one user responded to the pre-save news on X (formerly Twitter). Another added: “What are all those Drake h*es gonna say now.”

Rocky shared his first single from the project, “Punk Rocky,” earlier this month with a music video starring Winona Ryder. That song got off to a hot start on Spotify, racking up 1.6 million streams in its first day on the platform.

Following that single, Rocky put out “Helicopter” on Monday, once again sharing a creative music video along with it. While both songs are expected to make the album, Rocky still hasn’t confirmed an official tracklist.

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When Is A$AP Rocky Releasing “Don’t Be Dumb”?

A$AP Rocky will be dropping Don’t Be Dumb on Friday, January 16. It will share a release date with several other highly anticipated projects, including a new Gansta Grillz mixtape from The Game, as well as NBA YoungBoy’s next album, Slime Cry.

Rocky recently teamed up with the financial company, Bilt, to release an exclusive vinyl version of Don’t Be Dumb. In a press release along with the campaign, the company gave fans a glimpse of what they can expect from the album. “The 15 track, 2LP vinyl moves through genres the way you’d move through a city—Jazz, Hip-Hop, Metal, Indie, R&B—each track capturing a different block, mood, or moment. It’s Rocky in full range,” they wrote.

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“The Ruling is in and my son gets his day in court,” she wrote. “The court ruled we can continue our lawsuit against Lil Durk and the record labels. Our fight continues!! I want to thank My attorney Roosevelt Allen and his team for their exceptional work on this case. Let’s Go!!”

In the comments section, fans criticized Weekly for taking legal action over the situation. “This is crazy. Your son and his gang terrorized the streets for years. They glamorized it and laughed at ppl’s death. When it was his turn you ran to the courts smh,” one user wrote. Another added: “U know damn well your son would never approve no police ssa shxt like this. Keep it in the streets, u acting like he wasn’t a real gangster…”

Read More: FBG Duck’s Mother Sues Lil Durk, King Von’s Estate, & Several Record Labels Over Son’s 2020 Killing

FBG Duck’s Mother’s Wrongful Death Lawsuit

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LaSheena Weekly originally filed her lawsuit back in October 2024 in an attempt to get justice for her son, who was shot and killed in August 2020. She accused Lil Durk, King Von, and their associates of allegedly engaging in a conspiracy to murder Duck and placing a $100,000 bounty on his life.

Additionally, she alleged that Alamo Records, Sony Music Entertainment Inc., Universal Music Group Recordings Inc. (Interscope Records), and Empire Distribution Inc. knowingly profited from artists with gang affiliations and promoted “diss tracks” between them. Weekly argued that this fostered an environment that incitementized the violent behavior that led to FBG Duck’s death.

The situation comes as Lil Durk remains behind bars while awaiting trial in his murder-for-hire case. He stands accused of allegedly orchestrating the attempted murder of rival rapper Quando Rondo in 2022. He has pleaded not guilty, and his trial is scheduled to begin in May.

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“We saw Charlie Kirk catch 8 receptions for 144 yards,” Smith said while discussing the Texans’ win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday night. When Shae Cornette chimed in to correct him, he added: “I’m sorry. Christian. I apologize. I apologize. Oh my God. Christian Kirk.”

Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while speaking at Utah Valley University back in September. In the wake of his death, there was an outpouring of condemnation of political violence in America. Donald Trump has since posthumously awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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Who Is The Texans’ Next Opponent?

As for Christian Kirk, he played a pivotal role in the Houston Texans’ 30-6 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. He brought in eight catches for 144 yards and a touchdown. With the victory, the Texans will take on the New England Patriots on the road in the Divisional Round next weekend.

Mike Tomlin, head coach of the Steelers, announced that he’s stepping down from his role after 19 years on Tuesday morning. “This organization has been a huge part of my life for many years, and it has been an absolute honor to lead this team,” he said in a statement obtained by ESPN. “I am deeply grateful to Art Rooney II and the late Ambassador Rooney for their trust and support. I am also thankful to the players who gave everything they had every day, and to the coaches and staff whose commitment and dedication made this journey so meaningful.”

During his tenure with the Steelers, Tomlin never had a losing season. Despite the regular season success, he finished with a postseason record of 8-12 and hadn’t won a playoff game since 2016.

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“Over the past two years, my administration has worked to build the most competitive business environment in the country,” Governor Jeff Landry said of the deal.

“This announcement is another clear sign that our momentum is real,” he continued. “And that our wins span every corner of the state and every industry.”

G-Unit commissioned an independent economic study on the impact of the development. The study projected that over the next 20 years, the development will generate a whopping $18.8 billion. It’s additionally projected to support over 6,000 jobs around the state and pay $300 million in wages.

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When Did 50 Cent & Fat Joe Squash Their Beef?

“This project is the realization of the long-term commitment I have made to the City of Shreveport and the State of Louisiana,” 50 Cent explained. “By reinvesting in downtown Shreveport and upgrading existing assets to create state-of-the-art entertainment and production facilities, we are creating jobs, inspiring hope, attracting new productions, and giving the entire entertainment industry a reason to build their futures right here.”

“My goal is to turn Northwest Louisiana into the premier destination for film, music, and live entertainment on a national scale,” he added. “All Roads Lead to Shreveport.”

News of 50 Cent’s deal comes days after Fat Joe professed his love for him on Sherri Shepherd’s talk show. They squashed their beef roughly 13 years ago, per Complex. Fif is set to appear on Joe & Jada sometime in the near future.

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A matching Nike Tech Fleece set will also release alongside the sneakers as a complete package. The Central Cee x Nike Air Force 1 Low features a grey and black colorway. The classic silhouette gets a fresh update with patent leather and standard leather materials throughout.

Central Cee’s signature logo appears on the lateral side adding personal branding to the design. Grey panels dominate the upper with black patent leather creating bold contrast and shine. The color blocking gives these a unique look compared to standard Air Force 1 releases.

White Nike swooshes cut across both sides maintaining the classic AF1 aesthetic we all know. The matching Nike Tech Fleece collection includes a hoodie and pants in coordinating grey tones.

Central Cee’s logo and Nike branding appear prominently on the fleece pieces as well. The complete outfit allows fans to rock a full matching set straight from the collection.

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Central Cee x Nike

The Central Cee x Nike Air Force 1 Low rocks this clean grey and black colorway that looks really sharp in the product shots. You’ve got grey leather panels across the toe box and side panels with that glossy black patent leather hitting the heel and swoosh areas.

Central Cee’s signature logo shows up in white on the lateral side near the heel which is a nice personal touch. The white Nike swooshes stand out against all the grey and black creating that classic Air Force 1 look we’re used to.

Black laces run through grey eyelets keeping everything cohesive with the overall color scheme throughout the shoe. The grey midsole matches the upper panels perfectly while the black outsole ties into those patent leather sections.

The matching Nike Tech Fleece set comes in that same grey tone with Central Cee and Nike branding on the hoodie and pants for a complete fit.

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“No, I never had that concern because I knew they were jokes,” he said. “That’s the way Black people joke. We go hard. And me and Tichina were just having a lot of fun and we were keeping it real. And I was keeping it real.” Addressing Lennox specifically, Lawrence added: ‘She has a right to have her own opinion and everything, but there was no malicious intent.”

Lawrence isn’t the first person from Martin to address Lennox’s criticism. Back in December, Tichina Arnold, who played Pam on the show, defended her character on Deon Cole’s podcast, Funny Knowing You.

“Those jokes were never written from malice. It was written from who’s got the best jokes. Never about colorism,” Arnold said at the time. “Ari, we understand how you feel. But it wasn’t meant [like] that. Maybe, Ari, you need to talk to your friends and the people you were around during that time who made you feel that way.”

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Ari Lennox’s Issue With “Martin”

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Ari Lennox first voiced her complaints about Martin during a radio interview back in July. “The thing that pissed me off about Martin was how much he was goin’ in on Pam,” she said, as caught by Complex. “There are some things where I draw the line. Pam was so f**king beautiful and so fine, and I just feel like growing up as a chocolate girl, I don’t even know if I was able to understand the greatness of Pam because of what I was being fed. Always going in on Pam, that’s all I remember.”

As the remarks went viral and debate ensued all over the internet, Lennox issued a clarification. She explained that she still appreciates the show and didn’t come at it with “ill intent.” “I never was a fan of roasting as I am very sensitive,” she admitted.

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These exclusive kicks have some really nice materials and cool details on both pairs. The first colorway has this clean white denim upper with red accents hitting in the right spots. White leather and fabric create a fresh base for all the Levi’s branding to shine. That red heel tab really pops against all the white giving it some personality.

The second pair goes with a darker denim look in charcoal grey that’s way more low-key. This version feels more understated compared to the white one which some people will definitely prefer. Black and grey materials run the show making these super easy to throw on with anything.

Both pairs come with these cool vintage-style hangtags showing old school Nike Air branding. The hangtags give off serious throwback vibes like the classic Nike packaging from way back. Levi’s famous red tab shows up subtly worked into the design which is a nice touch.

Nigel getting early access to these shows he’s still tight with Nike and their partners. The BMX legend always seems to get his hands on exclusive samples and friends and family drops. When he posts previews like this it gets the sneaker world talking immediately.

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Nigel Sylvester Shoes

The Levi’s x Air Jordan 3 comes in two really different looks that Nigel previewed with these up-close photos. The white pair has this nice denim upper with cream leather overlays and that bold red circular patch on the heel showing Nike Air branding.

There’s this cool vintage hangtag hanging off them with a chain showing the Nike Air logo in those retro orange and pink colors. The darker version rocks charcoal grey denim all over with black leather hitting the overlays and a black and white heel patch instead.

Both versions keep that classic Jordan 3 shape we love with the visible Air bubble in the heel and clean white midsole. The denim material makes these feel way different from normal leather Jordan 3s giving them that Levi’s workwear style throughout.

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