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Despite reports that Diddy was involved in a prison fight, the incarcerated rap mogul's prison release date has once again been moved up.According to an inmate record at New Jersey's Fort Dix Federal Correctional Institute, Diddy's release date has changed yet again to Jan. 24, 2028. Initially scheduled for release on June 4, 2028, the 56-year-old music executive's sentence was reduced by 40 days in March, pushing the date to […]

Ye has reportedly reached a settlement in the sexual assault lawsuit filed by his former assistant, Lauren Pisciotta.According to documents filed in a Los Angeles court on Tuesday (July 28), the Chicago native reached an unconditional settlement that resolves the case in its entirety. The terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Pisciotta's attorney, Arick Fudali, confirmed the resolution to Billboard, telling the outlet, "The matter has been resolved."Pisciotta worked […]

Hip-hop is back on top in 2026. Late last year, Billboard reported that hip-hop's market share dropped from 30 percent in 2020 to 24 percent in 2025, which sparked debates among fans and critics about whether rap was losing its selling power or simply resetting.The year proves the genre is thriving. Albums from J. Cole, A$AP Rocky and Don Toliver kicked off the new year, earning big sales numbers with their respective projects.Not to be outdone, […]

After repeatedly denying his paternity, it appears that Blueface has seemingly confirmed he's the father of Chrisean Rock's son.On Monday (July 27), Blueface shared a photo on his Instagram Story of Chrisean holding her two-year-old son Chrisean Jesus Porter Jr., along with the caption, "My son." The Los Angeles rapper deleted the photo shortly after, but he was too late as it already gone viral on social media.The post comes […]

Young Thug has acquired a luxurious $5 million estate in Florida, set on two acres of land.According to a post on The Real Deal, published on July 24, Thugger paid $5 million for the 6,000-square-feet home in Cooper City, Florida. The Atlanta rapper copped the home on July 8 through a trust tied to an LLC he manages alongside his manager, music executive Geoff Ogunlesi, the real estate website reports.According […]

Love might be in the air for rapper Skrilla and R&B singer Keyshia Cole. The pair are sparking dating rumors with their cozy new photos.On Sunday (July 26), Skrilla and Keyshia simultaneously posted photos on their Instagram accounts presumably giving a hard launch to their rumored relationship. In the singer's IG Story, she shared a pic of Skrilla taking a bathroom selfie with Keyshia's arms wrapped around his waist. She […]

OMB Bloodbath is back in court for a second federal trial in murder case tied to an alleged Houston gang war.According to a report from the Houston Chronicle on Monday (July 20), the rapper, born Alexandra Nicks, and associate Shaquile Richards are facing murder in aid of racketeering charges. A federal jury failed to reach a verdict in their first trial seven months ago, resulting in a mistrial.Prosecutors allege Bloodbath and […]

Pooh Shiesty's request to be released on bond as he awaits trial in the Gucci Mane robbery and kidnapping case has been denied by a judge for a third time.During a detention hearing in Dallas federal court on Tuesday (July 21), Judge David C. Godbey ruled the Memphis rapper will remain behind bars pending his trial, which is currently scheduled for 2027. The rapper, born Lontrell Williams, was first denied […]

Diddy reportedly got into a fight in prison and was placed in solitary confinement as a result.On Friday (July 24), TMZ broke the news that Puff was involved in an altercation this week at Fort Dix Federal Correctional Institute, where he is serving a 50-month sentence for prostitution related charges. According to the celebrity news site, the Bad Boy Entertainment founder ran the fade with another inmate after the inmate […]