Day: October 23, 2025

50 Cent expressed genuine appreciation after Taylor Swift name-dropped him on her latest album, The Life of a Showgirl.

The Hip-Hop mogul discussed the unexpected reference during an exclusive interview with Extra TV.

Swift mentioned the rapper in her track “Ruin the Friendship” with the lyrics: “And it was not an invitation / But as the 50 Cent song played (Song played) / Should’ve kissed you anyway (Anyway).”

“It really is cool ’cause when she makes the reference, if you listen to the song, it’s to what was going on in culture at that time,” 50 Cent explained. “The music, you couldn’t miss it at that point and that’s why it was cool to me… What she was making reference to is the period that no one was more prominent in music at that point.”

The reference appears to connect to 50 Cent’s massive commercial success during the 2000s. His tracks dominated radio airwaves and club scenes nationwide during Swift’s formative years.

The discussion also touched on potential musical collaboration between the two artists. 50 Cent expressed openness to working with Swift under the right circumstances.

“We got to ask her because she’s in the driver [seat]. You know how big Taylor Swift is right now? She has to have a record that sounds like it might sound good with 50,” he explained.

Currently, 50 Cent maintains an extensive media empire spanning multiple entertainment platforms.

He revealed having “40 projects across 12 different networks” with “ten of them going into production now.” Two film projects are also scheduled for completion this year.

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A$AP Rocky celebrated his birthday and Harlem roots in one FaceTime call, linking up with battle rap heavyweights and while out with Rihanna and showing love to their legendary careers.

ASAP Rocky showed love to his Harlem roots this week, checking in with battle rap legends Murda Mook and Loaded Lux in a series of heartwarming gestures.

In a video posted Wednesday morning, Mook shared a screen recording of a FaceTime call with Rocky and Rihanna, where the rapper checked in on the Harlem emcee and gave a brief update on his newborn daughter. “She’s beautiful,” Rocky said when asked about the baby. The call, recorded earlier this month, took place during Rocky’s birthday outing on October 3.

“Happy f###### birthday, man,” Mook said during the call, which he captioned, “When RIRI call…. You answer A$AP!”

Rocky didn’t stop with Mook. He also gave props to fellow Harlem lyricist Loaded Lux, rocking his signature “Grey Hoodie” merch in a series of photos Lux later posted online.

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Both Mook and Lux have remained active in the battle rap circuit, proving they haven’t lost a step.

Mook recently faced off with Hitman Holla on TakeOva Battle League, following high-profile matchups with Tay Roc, Geechi Gotti, Nu Jerzey Twork and Arsonal Da Rebel.

Lux has also been outside, battling Geechi Gotti, Rum Nitty and most recently Nu Jerzey Twork during URL’s Summer Madness event in London last month.

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Meanwhile, Rocky’s long-awaited album Don’t Be Dumb remains in limbo. Originally slated for August 2024, the project hit delays due to sample clearance issues and leaks.

By March 2025, the album had entered mixing and mastering, with a tentative release expected sometime later this year.

Rocky’s FaceTime moment with Mook and nod to Lux was a reminder that no matter how big he gets, Harlem stays close.

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Rap-A-Lot boss James Prince is parting ways with his grand French-style estate in Heath, Texas, listing the 12,000-square-foot mansion for $4.4 million as he looks to scale down from the sprawling property he’s owned since 2019.

The Houston Hip-Hop trailblazer has placed the home back on the market after several price adjustments over the past year.

Situated about 25 miles east of Dallas, the 5.4-acre property features a dramatic façade with Corinthian columns and a mansard roof. Inside, guests are greeted by a marble-clad foyer with a sweeping staircase and two-story ceilings.

“Words like ‘stunning’ and ‘spectacular’ are often used to describe beautiful homes, but in this case, they hardly capture what makes this estate so exceptional,” realtors Phil Owens and Heather Stevens of The Agency Frisco wrote in the listing, according to Mansion Global.

The 6-bedroom mansion also comes with a billiards room, wine storage, 12-seat theater, two-lane bowling alley, elevator and safe room. A six-car garage and emergency backup generator complete the main structure.

James Prince bought the home five years ago for $2.75 million and J. Prince hopes to make a profit with the $4.4 million asking price.

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Chris Brown has pushed back against a housekeeper’s graphic lawsuit, denying allegations that he fled while she lay seriously injured after being mauled by one of his dogs at his Los Angeles home.

The Grammy-winning singer filed a sworn deposition in his civil case, asking a judge to dismiss Maria Avila’s claims of intentional infliction of emotional distress and punitive damages.

Avila filed suit after a December 12, 2020, incident in which she says she was attacked while taking out trash at Brown’s property.

Avila alleges a large brown dog “viciously” bit her as she “screamed in terror and called out for help.”

According to her complaint, Brown walked outside, stood over her while talking on the phone, and then left her “bleeding to death” on the driveway.

She says she later needed emergency surgery and now suffers from permanent disfigurement, nerve damage and partial blindness.

Chris Brown’s version of events differs significantly. In his deposition, the “Under the Influence” artist said he neither heard screams nor saw blood. He claimed he only left the scene after being advised by his manager that paramedics were en route.

“I didn’t touch her. I bent down and I looked. I was making sure she was breathing, and then from there, I ran and put the dogs away and yelled and told the security guard to come over,” Brown testified.

The court has not yet ruled on Brown’s request to strike portions of Avila’s lawsuit. The incident remains part of an ongoing civil dispute stemming from the December 2020 encounter.

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Kim Kardashian shut down fabricated statements claiming her 12-year-old daughter, North West, would pick Kanye West over her mother.

The reality star responded swiftly after a social media account posted the bogus interview to their two million Instagram followers.

“This interview never happened, and the quotes are fake,” Kim Kardashian declared in her response. “North loves us both, and it’s harmful and weird to pit a child against either parent for clicks.”

The deleted post falsely attributed statements to North, claiming she chose her father over her mother “a thousand times.” The SKIMS founder moved quickly to correct the record after the manufactured quotes gained traction online.

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Recent revelations from Kardashian’s “Call Her Daddy” podcast appearance show the complexities of co-parenting with Kanye West. The 45-year-old mother of four admitted that their children haven’t heard from their father in months.

“Whenever he’ll call for them and ask. It’s probably been a couple months since we’ve heard from him,” she said. “There’s been so many times I just want to show all these texts, like what are you talking about?” she said. “I will always let them see their father… I send them to Saudi Arabia, Italy, Japan and I’ve never once denied it.”

The former couple finalized their divorce in November 2022 after eight years of marriage.

They maintain joint legal and physical custody of North, Saint, Chicago and Psalm despite ongoing challenges.

Kardashian continues speaking positively about West around their children despite their co-parenting difficulties. The reality star has described raising their four kids essentially full-time while navigating the public aspects of their relationship.

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WTF!?

Canal Street has always been wild, but this right here? This is different. For decades, that Lower Manhattan area has been the beating heart of NYC culture. You could find everything. I will not expound on “everything,” but if you know, you know. The vendors—immigrants, hustlers, dreamers—have been part of New York’s rhythm forever. Every few years/months, police roll through, the sellers scatter like pigeons, and life goes on. But this new ICE thing is not business as usual.

WATCH: A huge group of African illegal immigrants are operating a black market on the corner of Broadway and Canal St in New York City.

The entire sidewalk is filled with illegals who state they are from Senegal and I watched as they fled police.

This corner looks exactly… pic.twitter.com/wdIJO1oVZV

— Savanah Hernandez (@sav_says_) October 19, 2025

Apparently, someone decided to take things up a notch—by calling ICE on the vendors. Instead of a routine “raid,” this was something far more sinister. However, it seems a so-called “concerned citizen,” allegedly a Latina woman who allegedly identifies with the far-right group Turning Point, reportedly tipped off agents. She specifically targeted African and Caribbean street vendors. Everybody is out there, trust me, not just darker hued people. According to the Internet sleuths, this woman presents herself as white and carries the energy of a “Karen.” She looks like she can’t wait to order pumpkin spice latte sprinkled with hate.

NYC: Arrests and Clashes as protesters STAND OFF with ICE agents during a RAID on Canal Street

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— Oliya Scootercaster (@ScooterCasterNY) October 21, 2025

Canal Street is subjected to this weird form of vigilante. Videos and posts are flooding social media showing vendors being harassed, their goods trashed, and their livelihoods threatened under the guise of “law and order.” The people doing the calling seem to believe they’re protecting America, but all they’re really doing is undermining the very essence of what makes New York New York. By the way, there are more than enough samples and known markets like this in suburban and rural areas. Trust me, I know this.

But this is bigger than NEW YORK…and you know it. Across the country, immigrant workers—many Latino, many Black—are being targeted by “citizens” emboldened to weaponize the system. Lawn crews, day laborers, street sellers, and farmhands—all just trying to survive—are finding themselves in the crosshairs. These aren’t violent criminals or gang members. They’re the backbone of industries Americans depend on. But ICE isn’t known for being nice. Reports of aggressive questioning, intimidation and violence have surfaced. It happened in New York too.

While people are snitching on hardworking folks, grocery prices are climbing, rent is suffocating, and major corporations are running unchecked. It’s a warped moral compass when calling immigration enforcement on a T-shirt vendor feels like justice while billionaires dodge taxes. I am still waiting for “The Files” to be released!

So, as the Canal Street saga unfolds, why are we turning on the very people who make the city pulse? Out of hate? Let the cops do their thing like they have for years. Canal Street has always been loud, messy, and imperfect but it’s also been a symbol of hustle and multicultural grit. Counterfeit handbags are not disappearing by getting at these dudes and women. Get to the plant, the companies and manufacturers, tough guys! This is insane!

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Rick Ross is expanding his business empire with a groundbreaking collaboration that brings luxury cannabis beverages to Miami’s vibrant scene.

The mogul announced his latest venture with South Beach Brewing Company on October 22.

The Miami-based partnership introduces two distinct THC/CBD beverage lines alongside ready-to-drink spirits. South Beach Brewing founder Lorenzo Borghese praised the collaboration’s potential.

“Rick Ross’s energy and vision are a perfect match for us,” Borghese stated. “We want to create bold, authentic drinks that capture the South Beach vibe, and this partnership will make every single sip feel like a moment of luxury and love.”

The wellness-focused beverages feature two non-alcoholic options designed for relaxation. Slack Tide contains 5mg each of THC and CBD with watermelon juice and mint flavoring. High Tide delivers 10mg of both compounds with blueberry and strawberry juices.

Ross brings extensive cannabis industry experience to the partnership. The Grammy-nominated artist previously launched Hemp Hop smokables in 2021 through Green Globe’s Hempacco. He also partnered with Cookies to create the COLLINS AVE cannabis brand in 2020.

The collaboration extends beyond cannabis products. December will see the launch of ready-to-drink spirits, including Party Punch with Caribbean rum and tropical flavors.

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Transfusion offers a modern golf-course cocktail interpretation. Blueberry Jam combines real blueberries with sparkling rosé flavors.

The Miami-based brewery emphasizes craftsmanship and authentic ingredients across all product lines. Each beverage incorporates real fruit juices and maintains the company’s commitment to bold flavors.

South Beach Brewing’s award-winning beer lineup receives renewed attention through the partnership. The collection includes Blood Orange Sunset IPA and Strawberry Orange Mimosa among six core varieties.

Ross’s business portfolio spans multiple industries beyond music. The entrepreneur owns several Wingstop franchise locations and recently partnered with Bitfortune.com as Global Ambassador in October 2025.

“This is about living the Boss life; sipping on something real, bold, and unforgettable,” Ross explained regarding the collaboration.

The partnership represents Ross’s continued expansion into the cannabis and beverage sectors. His Maybach Music Group success provided the foundation for diverse business ventures spanning two decades.

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50 Cent wasted no time poking fun at Sean “Diddy” Combs after reports surfaced that the Bad Boy mogul narrowly escaped a violent encounter behind bars at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center.

On Wednesday (October 22), the G-Unit boss shared a screenshot of a report about the alleged incident and added his own jab in the caption:

“is he snitching now,” he wrote. “They put a knife to is Neck and said South Side we out side. LOL.”

The post references a late-night scare involving Diddy that reportedly took place while he was sleeping.

According to the Daily Mail, a fellow inmate allegedly held a blade to Diddy’s throat in what appeared to be an intimidation tactic rather than a direct attempt to kill him.

Charlucci Finney, a longtime friend of Diddy, confirmed the incident and told the outlet:

“He woke up with a knife to his throat. I don’t know whether he fought him off or the guards came, I just know that it happened.”

Finney added that the situation could’ve turned deadly in seconds:

“If this guy had wanted to harm him, Sean would have been harmed. It would only take a second to cut his throat with a weapon and kill him.”

“It was probably a way to say: ‘Next time you ain’t gonna be so lucky.’ Everything is intimidation. But with Sean it won’t work. Sean is from Harlem.”

The incident occurred after Diddy’s legal team had already raised concerns about his safety, warning that his high-profile status and the nature of his charges made him a target for violence and harassment from other inmates.

Diddy is currently serving a 50-month sentence after being convicted on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution. His more serious racketeering and sex-trafficking charges were dismissed.

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Nicki Minaj lit up social media Wednesday night (October 22) with a scathing Spaces rant aimed directly at Keyshia Ka’oir, ridiculing the model and entrepreneur’s claim that her puffy face during a recent interview was due to an allergic reaction.

“Notice she ain’t say she got bit by a bee or some s### that she had an allergic reaction,” Minaj said during the live audio session, which had her trending No. 2 on X. “Notice she ain’t say that prior to that footage coming out.”

Minaj didn’t stop there. She mimicked Ka’oir’s Jamaican accent and doubled down on her disbelief.

“Like she didn’t wake up that morning and say, ‘Oh s###! My God, y’all, I got sting by a bee,’” she added. “No b####. It was when the footage came out that she seen her filter didn’t come with her outside that day, which is when the liar got to lying.”

Minaj continued, “It was when she saw herself that she jumped. Haha, ya jumped. It was when she saw that the filler had stopped filling in that the liar got to doing what the liar is known to best do, b####.”

Nicki dragged Gucci Mane’s wife for lying about getting stung by a bee #QueenRadio pic.twitter.com/tEHp3SE6gR

— armani (@marnixample) October 23, 2025

The outburst followed Ka’oir’s appearance on The Breakfast Club on Monday (October 20), where she and Gucci Mane spoke about their marriage, his schizophrenia diagnosis, and his new book and album, Episodes.

During the interview, Ka’oir opened up about managing her husband’s mental health, including deleting his social media apps during episodes.

Keyshia Ka’oir Addresses “Swollen” Face

Shortly after the interview aired, social media users began speculating about Ka’oir’s noticeably swollen face, with many assuming she had undergone cosmetic procedures.

Ka’oir responded in the comments of her Instagram post, writing, “I had an allergic reaction & my face was swollen during the #BreakfastClub interview but I still wanted to do it. It’s better now! Thank you.”

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She later reiterated on Instagram Stories that she chose not to cancel the interview because she wanted to help raise awareness around mental health.

Minaj, however, wasn’t buying it. Her comments came just two days after she posted a series of now-viral messages, accusing Ka’oir of copying her and trying to steal the spotlight.

“Gucci wife has been trying to be me for years,” she tweeted. “Been dying for the spotlight for years. She’s there to keep Gucci sedated. Gucci hates Debra Antney. They don’t want Deb around me. She’s around me now.”

Ka’oir appeared to respond subtly with a carousel of photos on Instagram captioned, “I’m like nah……. since when ….. out here embarrassing ….”

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Keke Palmer addressed backlash Wednesday night (October 22) after her new show Southern Fried Rice drew criticism for its portrayal of cultural identity and setting within a historically Black college.

The actress and media mogul posted a video and lengthy statement on social media, responding to what she described as “some controversial feedback” following the October 22 premiere of the coming-of-age series on her digital platform, KeyTV.

The show follows KoKo Johnson, a Korean-American girl raised by Southern Black parents, as she navigates life at a fictional HBCU in Atlanta.

Now y’all KNOW I love a good story with some heart, a little humor, and a lotta mess!

Introducing @KeyTVNetwork’s Southern Fried Rice, a new coming-of-age dramedy set at a fictional HBCU.

Watch the trailer and catch the double-episode premiere this Wednesday at 12PM/ET on… pic.twitter.com/4t76fVjUnt

— Keke Palmer (@KekePalmer) October 21, 2025

“Now, Southern Fried Rice was created by Nakia Stephens, and while I can’t speak to her inspiration for the show, I can speak to her dedication as a creative,” Keke Palmer said in her video.

Critics online questioned the decision to center the show around an Asian lead character in a traditionally Black educational space, with some accusing Palmer of misrepresenting Black culture and diluting the mission of KeyTV.

One user wrote, “Wasn’t KeyTV built to spotlight black creators? SO WHY would a Black woman need to tell a story of an Asian girl going to an HBCU??”

Keke Palmer Details KeyTV’s Vision

Palmer, however, stood firm on the show’s purpose and the broader mission of her platform.

“What you like is subjective, but the support of Black creatives is not, and it’s a task that KeyTV takes on with pride,” she said. “Because if you want to be a creative, you have to be able to create, and that takes money, and it’s KeyTV’s mission to find the funds for you to be in practice, for you to experience trial and error, and to take your projects off the page and get more than one chance to do it in action.”

She also emphasized the importance of representation behind the camera, not just on screen.

“As a professional tap dancer and court jester for most of my life NOT COMPLAINING! I can tell you that it’s imperative people of color have jobs outside of just being the talent or the player on the team,” she wrote. “It’s my mission with KeyTV to help fund and support the creators of color behind the scenes, giving them a chance to tell their own story.”

As a professional tap dancer and court jester for most of my life NOT COMPLAINING! I can tell you that it’s imperative people of color have jobs outside of just being the talent or the player on the team. It’s my mission with KeyTV to help fund and support the creators of… pic.twitter.com/i5hYsoRO1z

— Keke Palmer (@KekePalmer) October 23, 2025

Palmer highlighted the show’s Atlanta setting and its diverse cast and crew as part of its authenticity.

She encouraged viewers to watch the series before forming opinions and to allow space for creative storytelling that doesn’t always follow expected paths.

Check out some other reactions to the show below.

KeKe Palmer AND Timbaland are some pandering m#### fuckas if I ever saw one.
Wasn’t KeyTV built to spotlight black creators? SO WHY would a Black woman need to tell a story of an Asian girl going to an HBCU??
Why are they obsessed with packaging black culture onto Asian women??? pic.twitter.com/euhY42qfju

— Jas (@Jas_1019) October 22, 2025

Keke Palmer saw this clip while doom scrolling one night and said “you know what? let’s get in the studio!” pic.twitter.com/u1v1Ow8Yd5

— kwasi (@toky0_martian) October 22, 2025

Nah i knew something was wrong w Keke Palmer when she acted in this movie pic.twitter.com/Yu4cRdHTNB

— ēdē (@theidi_) October 22, 2025

They frying keke palmer for that HBCU show and it is so well deserved because girl what the f### pic.twitter.com/hjb3Cb2mQG

— f (@faavouurrr) October 22, 2025

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