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Jelly Roll Claims He Was Treated Like A ‘Criminal’ At Louis Vuitton In Sydney, Australia

Jelly Roll is in Australia for the first time on his Down Under Tour 2025. While in Sydney, he tried to take a little time to check out the city and do some shopping, but things didn’t go quite as planned.

In a candid new video shared to the superstar’s Instagram story, he revealed that he and his crew were met with a bit of hostile energy and that he was treated like a “criminal” at the city’s Louis Vuitton store. Jelly Roll was still able to laugh off the judgments as he explained the situation.

Jelly Roll; Photo Courtesy of Jelly Roll, Chum Photos
Jelly Roll; Photo Courtesy of Jelly Roll, Chum Photos

“Hey man, the Louis Vuitton in Sydney legitimately just treated us like we were fixing to come and rob that place,” he said with a laugh. “I have never been looked at more like a…listen, the last time I was looked at like a criminal this bad, I was an actual criminal this bad.”

Back in September, while visiting the Vatican City in Rome, Jelly Roll turned heads in a stylish ensemble featuring a silky green button-down paired with a sleek navy Louis Vuitton jacket. At the time, he shared that being able to fit into the luxury brand’s clothing was a big milestone in his weight loss journey, and he joked that he planned to start shopping there more often.

“I can fit in Louis Vuitton now. Pray for my bank account,” he wrote.

Aside from the judgmental looks he still receives to this day, the “Liar” singer has put in a lot of work to redeem himself and to turn his life around from his criminal days. Unfortunately, this part of his past run-ins with the law and criminal record still find a way to impact him and his current career.

This has been especially difficult when it comes to international travel. It took some extra work for him to perform outside the U.S., but now, he’s able to bring his music to fans across Australia and New Zealand and he’s making sure to soak up every second of it.

His latest Down Under trek launched on October 25 at the Strummingbird Festival in the Sunshine Coast. From there, he made stops in Adelaide, Melbourne, Newcastle, Perth and Sydney. The final remaining date of the run will take place on November 8 in Aukland at the Outer Fields At Western Springs.

Upon landing in Australia, he shared a special message for fans, expressing how much it means to him to finally be able to share his music with a new part of the world.

“I’m so excited y’all. This is big for me. Those of y’all that don’t know, my first time ever coming to Australia, it’s a really huge deal for me.”

According to his Instagram, he has used his trip to see as much as possible and he’s even made sure to take part in some Australian traditions like having his drummer do a shoey on stage.

Next up on his list of tour stops is a visit to Mexico City for the Corona Capital festival. A full list of Jelly Roll’s upcoming performances can be found on his website.

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Reba McEntire and Rex Linn Are Planning ‘Nontraditional’ Wedding, But Aren’t Rushing the Big Day

Reba McEntire and her fiancé, Rex Linn, aren’t in a rush to tie the knot, and when they do, the couple’s big day will be anything but traditional.

The Happy’s Place stars recently sat down with E! News to chat about the show and share a little about their wedding plans. While they haven’t locked in a date just yet, Reba says the celebration will reflect their personalities and the things they love most. 

“It’ll be a lot of fun,” Reba shared. “It’s gonna be a nontraditional wedding because that’s Rex and me.”

REX LINN, REBA MCENTIRE; Photo Courtesy ABC
REX LINN, REBA MCENTIRE; Photo Courtesy ABC

McEntire and Linn want their wedding day to feel like them rather than a formal, stuffy affair. 

“We like comfort, we love friends, we love food,” Reba explained.

Linn, who proposed to Reba on Christmas Eve 2024, echoed that sentiment, emphasizing that they are enjoying every moment of their engagement before getting into wedding planning mode. 

“What we’re doing right now honestly is enjoying our engagement time,” he told E! News. “We haven’t set a date, we’re just going to enjoy our engagement and enjoy going to Happy’s Place every day.”

The couple co-stars in the NBC sitcom alongside Belissa Escobedo, Melissa Peterman, Pablo Castelblanco, and Tokala Black Elk. Linn says they love spending time together, on the set and off.    

“We love being around one another,”he continued. “We like going to work, we like coming home from work. We can’t wait to go back the next day. Our relationship in real life has enhanced our scenes where we’re together because we’re a lot more comfortable. It makes it a lot better for us.”

Reba McEntire as Bobbie,  Rex Linn as Emmett; Photo by Casey Durkin/NBC
Reba McEntire as Bobbie, Rex Linn as Photo by: Casey Durkin/NBC)

Happy’s Place returns for its second season this Friday, November 7. In Season two, Happy’s Place swings its doors open once again, but a long-hidden secret threatens to turn the tavern upside down and test the bonds of loyalty. Amid the chaos, Bobbie [McEntire] is there to remind everyone that family isn’t just who you’re born to, it’s the people who stand by you, even on the job.

Of the show, Linn shared, “Season two we’re just growing up a little bit…They’ve found our voices and we’re exploring each character’s personal life a bit.”

Happy’s Place Season 2 premieres Friday, Nov. 7 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC and will be available the next day on Peacock.

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Treaty Oak Revival’s Next Chapter Begins With ‘West Texas Degenerate,’ Arriving November 28

Treaty Oak Revival is set to release their third studio album, West Texas Degenerate, on Friday, November 28.

The five-piece band from Odessa, Texas will self-release the project following a fan-first album announcement shared last Friday.

“This album is about growth, coming of age, overcoming adversity, and the concept that even though your hometown may not define you, it will always be a part of you, wherever you may land,” lead vocalist and lyricist Sam Canty shared in a statement. “We want this record to bring Treaty Oak and small-town West Texas living to the world.”

Treaty Oak Revival - West Texas Degenerate
Treaty Oak Revival – West Texas Degenerate

West Texas Degenerate dives deep into the heart of West Texas, painting a raw, unfiltered picture of life out there — the highs, the heartbreak, the struggle, and the grit it takes to keep going. It’s a collection of stories about everyday people just trying to make it through, told with honesty and an edge that hits hard.

The 14-track project includes the band’s standout hits “Happy Face,” which has already earned over 83 million streams, and “Bad State of Mind,” with more than 75 million streams to date. 

“Bad State of Mind” climbed to No. 1 on Billboard’s Bubbling Under Hot 100, peaked at No. 19 on Hot Country Songs, and even landed the band a performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!.

West Texas Degenerate Track Listing

1. Intro

2. Port A

3. West Texas Degenerate

4. Shit Hill

5. Withdraws

6. Bad State of Mind

7. Dosin

8. Misery

9. Stay a While

10. Naders

11. Sunflower

12. Happy Face

13. Blue Star

14. Outro

The band recently wrapped up a tour in Australia and will return to the U.S. for several shows through the end of the year, including a hometown stop at Odessa’s Ector County Coliseum on December 11. In 2026, they’ll hit major festivals including Stagecoach and Cattle Country Music Festival, with more dates to come.

Treaty Oak Revival Tour Dates

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Nov. 7, 2025 – Phoenix, AZ – The Hondo Rodeo Fest 2025 ^

Nov. 8, 2025 – Rio Rancho, NM – Rio Rancho Events Center

Nov. 15, 2025 – Nashville, TN – Red Bull Jukebox ^

Nov. 20, 2025 – St. Augustine, FL – St. Augustine Amphitheatre

Nov. 21, 2025 – St. Petersburg, FL – St. Pete Country Fest 2025 ^

Nov. 22, 2025 – Estero, FL – Hertz Arena

Dec. 5, 2025 – Las Vegas, NV – Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas

Dec. 11, 2025 – Odessa, TX – Ector County Coliseum

Dec. 12 – Ardmore, OK – Heritage Hall

Dec. 13 – Lubbock, TX – Cook’s Garage

Dec. 14 – Lubbock, TX – Cook’s Garage

Dec. 19, 2025 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center

Dec. 20, 2025 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena

Dec. 31, 2025 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center

April 25, 2026 – Indio, CA – Stagecoach 2026 ^

May 28, 2026 – Panama City Beach, FL – Gulf Coast Jam 2026 ^

Jun. 18, 2026 – North Lawrence, OH – The Country Fest 2026 ^

Jun. 19, 2026 – Bloomington, IL – Tailgate N’ Tallboys 2026 ^

June 25 – Bonner Springs, KS – Country Stampede ^

June 26 – North Platte, NE – NEBRASKAland Days ^

July 8 – Chicago, IL – Windy City Smokeout ^

August 8 – Oshkosh, WI – xRoads41 ^

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Chicago Rapper Tray Savage’s Killer Finally Faces Justice After 5 Years

The man who killed Tray Savage received a 29-year prison sentence after entering a guilty plea for the murder, bringing closure to a saga that had lasted five years.

The 26-year-old rapper was gunned down on June 19, 2020, in Chicago’s Chatham neighborhood on the 8100 block of South Evans Avenue.

Tray Savage had been signed to Chief Keef‘s record label at the time of his death, marking another tragic loss in Chicago’s Hip-Hop scene.

Demitri Jackson, who authorities say was affiliated with the same street organization as Tray Savage, was identified through surveillance footage that captured his distinctive walking pattern before and after the fatal shooting.

The investigation stretched across state lines when Jackson fled to Fort Worth, Texas, where he was eventually apprehended in 2021 on a murder warrant.

Cook County prosecutors have remained tight-lipped about the specific circumstances that led to the deadly confrontation between the two men. The case took nearly five years to reach resolution, with Jackson finally accepting responsibility for the crime through his guilty plea to one count of murder.

The sentence requires Jackson to serve the full 29 years without the possibility of early release, ensuring he will remain behind bars well into his middle age. The conviction represents a significant victory for law enforcement in a city where many Hip-Hop-related homicides go unsolved.

His association with Chief Keef’s label had positioned him for potential mainstream success before his life was cut short by street violence.

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Diddy’s 56th Birthday Includes Prison Meals At Fort Dix

Sean “Diddy” Combs spent his 56th birthday on Tuesday (November 4), eating navy beans and green vegetables inside the Federal Correctional Institution Fort Dix in New Jersey, a stark departure from the champagne-soaked parties that once defined his life.

The former Bad Boy Records head, known for lavish celebrations and luxury, marked the occasion with standard-issue prison meals.

According to People, facility meal schedules indicate that breakfast began around 6:30 a.m., featuring cereal, fruit and bread topped with margarine.

Lunch, served between 11:00 a.m. and noon, offers chicken parmesan or a chickpea burger, accompanied by sides of pasta in marinara sauce and spinach. Garlic bread or whole wheat bread was on deck, along with fruit or a dessert item.

Dinner wrapped the day with cheese pizza or a second helping of navy beans, paired with Italian pasta salad, green beans and a basic garden salad with dressing options.

Diddy, who was convicted in July on two federal counts of transporting individuals for prostitution, began serving his 50-month sentence at Fort Dix after being moved from Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center on October 30.

His legal team had raised concerns about the conditions at the Brooklyn facility and requested access to substance abuse treatment programs.

The transfer placed the Hip-Hop mogul at Fort Dix, a low-security prison about 40 miles from Philadelphia, on a military base.

There, he now lives in dorm-style housing with other inmates. The commissary offers limited comforts, including $1.07 cheesecake squares, $1.30 honey buns and $2.85 Pop-Tarts.

One item missing from the menu is applesauce—something Diddy was known to enjoy on cheeseburgers during his time outside, according to court testimony.

His attorney, Alexandra Shapiro, filed an appeal on October 20. On Monday (November 3), U.S. Circuit Court Judge Beth Robinson approved an expedited review. Oral arguments are scheduled for April 2026.

Diddy’s projected release date is May 8, 2028, however, an early release remains possible with good behavior.

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Stefon Diggs Confirmed As Baby’s Father While Expecting Child With Cardi B

Stefon Diggs might be expecting a boy with Cardi B, but he has confirmed his paternity of Instagram model Aileen Lopera’s newborn daughter as a legal battle over custody and expenses continues to unfold in court.

The Buffalo Bills wide receiver was officially named the father after a DNA test, according to Lopera’s attorney, who told Page Six, “The paternity has been confirmed. Mr Diggs is the father of the child.”

The lawyer added, “Now that the child’s paternity has been established and Mr Diggs has acknowledged his daughter, my client hopes they can work toward being great parents to their child.”

Lopera, a Fashion Nova ambassador, filed the paternity suit in December 2024, months before giving birth to her daughter in April. The case remains active, with her legal team confirming the court proceedings will “move forward if the parties are not able to resolve it themselves.”

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At the time of filing, Lopera requested full legal and physical custody, asking that Diggs be granted visitation only. She also sought financial coverage for medical costs tied to the pregnancy and delivery, along with reimbursement for her legal fees.

Diggs responded in July by requesting a paternity test, stating he was “not certain” of the child’s parentage. Once the results confirmed he was the father, he filed for joint legal and physical custody and proposed splitting medical and legal expenses.

As the legal process plays out, Diggs has reportedly entered a new chapter with Cardi B, who is currently pregnant with their first child together, a boy.

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JAY-Z’s Paternity Case Tossed For Good

Jay-Z saw a years-long legal battle over paternity allegations come to a definitive end this week when a federal judge in California dismissed the lawsuit “with prejudice,” permanently closing the door on any future claims tied to the case.

The decision, issued Wednesday by the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, means the case cannot be refiled.

“The Court has read and considered the motion and concluded that it is suitable for decision without oral argument,” the judge wrote in the ruling.

The suit was filed by Lillie Coley, who identified herself as the godmother and legal guardian of Rymir Satterthwaite, a man in his early 30s who has long alleged that the Hip-Hop mogul is his biological father. Coley claimed that Jay-Z fathered Satterthwaite in the mid-1990s during a relationship with Wanda Satterthwaite, who passed away in 2019.

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According to court records, Satterthwaite was born in July 1993. A 2010 paternity test ruled out Robert Graves, Wanda’s boyfriend at the time, as the biological father. Since then, Coley and Satterthwaite have spent years attempting to bring the case before courts in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, seeking to compel Jay-Z to take a DNA test.

In December, Satterthwaite told the Daily Mail he was not interested in financial compensation but wanted clarity.

“I really want to resolve this,” he said. “I want to resolve this and get this matter done. I really do. I don’t want any money. I just want the truth.”

Jay-Z has repeatedly denied the allegations. His legal team described the litigation as a “decades-long campaign of harassment.” The judge also ruled Jay-Z can go after Coley for the cost of litigating the issue.

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Flavor Flav Enrages “Dancing With The Stars” Fans With Questionable Judging Skills

Flavor Flav found himself at the center of intense criticism after his tumultuous stint as a guest panelist on Dancing with the Stars during Tuesday night’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame-themed episode.

The Public Enemy icon’s judging performance left viewers and contestants bewildered as he distributed scores that many deemed erratic and inexplicable.

The Hip-Hop legend’s troubles began immediately when he appeared confused about the fundamental scoring system, requiring assistance from veteran judge Carrie Ann Inaba to understand his responsibilities.

His first major misstep occurred when he awarded Dylan Efron and partner Daniella Karagach a perfect 10—their highest score of the season—while his fellow judges gave them 9s.

Flav continued his unpredictable scoring pattern throughout the evening, handing out 9s and 10s without providing clear justification for his decisions.

His most controversial moment came when he gave consistently struggling contestant Andy Richter and partner Emma Slater a perfect 10, despite the pair repeatedly finishing at the bottom of the leaderboard in previous weeks.

The situation became more complicated when Flavor Flav later revealed to People magazine that his 9 score for Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy was unintentional.

“I gave them a nine which was an accident. I really wanted to give them a 10, but they wouldn’t let me change it,” he explained, claiming the lower score was due to equipment confusion rather than his assessment of their performance.

Viewers expressed additional frustration when fan-favorite Danielle Fishel and partner Pasha Pashkov were eliminated despite receiving praise for their performances throughout the competition. The actress had just earned a perfect score in the group number minutes before her elimination was announced.

Seven celebrity contestants remain in the competition: Andy Richter, Dylan Efron, Robert Irwin, Alix Earle, Elaine Hendrix, Whitney Leavitt and Jordan Chiles.

The controversy surrounding Flavor Flav‘s guest appearance has raised questions about the show’s guest judge selection process and scoring consistency.

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Kanye’s Wife Bianca Censori Rocks Thong Through Australian Airport

Bianca Censori made another bold fashion statement as she departed Australia, strutting through the airport terminal in see-through pants that left little to the imagination.

The 30-year-old architect and wife of rapper Kanye West was photographed at Melbourne Airport wearing the revealing ensemble that clearly displayed her cheeks beneath the transparent fabric.

The Yeezy designer appeared unfazed by onlookers as she navigated through the busy terminal, her provocative outfit choice continuing a pattern of attention-grabbing looks during her brief Australian homecoming.

Censori’s latest airport appearance marks the end of what sources describe as a whirlwind 48-hour visit to her native country. During her short stay in Melbourne, Censori reunited with family members she hadn’t seen in months.

She was spotted around the city in various revealing outfits, including a golden bodysuit with matching tights and a purple bullet bra paired with sheer pink hosiery.

This departure comes amid ongoing speculation about her relationship with West, who was notably absent from her trip to Australia. Recent reports have suggested tension between the couple, particularly regarding West’s controversial public statements and behavior.

Censori’s solo travel has fueled speculation about the state of her marriage to the controversial rapper. West, who has faced numerous legal and business challenges in recent months, did not accompany his wife on the visit to Australia.

The Australian native’s fashion choices have become increasingly daring since her marriage to West in December 2022, including her controversial appearance at the 2025 Grammys with Kanye in a see-through dress.

Censori departed Australia on November 6, 2025, with her destination remaining undisclosed.

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Nicki Minaj Launches Relief Effort In Jamaica Following Deadly Hurricane Melissa

Nicki Minaj organized emergency aid efforts in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa tore through the island with 185 mph winds, leaving destruction and dozens dead in its wake.

The NYC rapper dispatched her team to distribute food, water and other essentials to communities hit hardest by the Category 5 storm. Videos shared online show her crew handing out supplies directly to residents in need.

Minaj reposted one of the clips with the caption: “@NICKIMINAJ’s team is on the ground in Jamaica, directly distributing essential supplies and providing support to families impacted by the recent disaster. She’s acted promptly to ensure meaningful assistance is reaching those who need it most.”

She added her own message: “Plus tmrw & possibly longer. One Love, Jamaica. Love you.”

The hurricane made landfall on October 28 and was described by witnesses as having the force of an explosion. Entire neighborhoods were flattened, and widespread power outages left families disconnected and struggling to access basic resources.

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Fellow Jamaican artists have also stepped up. Sean Paul pledged $50,000 to match public donations for Food For The Poor Jamaica. The dancehall icon admitted the emotional toll of the disaster has been difficult to process.

“After days and days of communication and trying to help out in different ways, on Saturday I broke down,” he said. “It’s just the amount of energy it takes, and the depression that starts to set in, and then you have to shake yourself out of it because there’s just so much to be done that we haven’t even tipped the iceberg yet.”

Paul described visiting the rural St Mary area, where even untouched regions were left without electricity. He shared a disturbing account: “I just heard a story of 15 babies that were under three months old, but they’re sleeping in cardboard boxes right now. So it’s a terrible situation, and we’re trying to get help out there as much as possible.”

Reggae veterans M### Priest and Luciana are also involved in relief efforts.

Priest told the BBC, “It doesn’t matter how small it is, we just have to do something.” He added, “I feel kind of hopeless. My friends and family are telling me that roads falling apart, people are standing on table tops, there are mud slides.”

Shaggy has been coordinating smaller convoys to deliver aid across the island. After visiting the devastated Black River region, he called the damage “heartbreaking.”

According to Reuters, the official death toll across the Caribbean has reached 75.

Jamaica activated its catastrophe bond for the first time, unlocking $150 million in emergency funds to support recovery.

The storm’s aftermath continues to impact the island, with relief efforts ongoing.

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