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Ella Langley Steps In for Tate McRae on ‘What I Want’ During Morgan Wallen’s Wisconsin Shows

Morgan Wallen’s I’m the Problem Tour brought the star power to Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin over the weekend as part of his I’m The Problem Tour. During both shows of the two-night run that launched on Saturday, June 28, Wallen surprised the crowd by welcoming his opener, Ella Langley, to the stage.

The pair of artists teamed up to perform the fan-favorite duet “What I Want” off Wallen’s latest 37-track album. The song was originally recorded alongside pop star Tate McRae, but since she wasn’t present for the show, Langley stepped up to deliver her part. Langley greeted fans earlier in the night while serving as an opener on select dates of the trek, but she also got the chance to shine with this performance in the midst of Wallen’s set.

Ella Langley, Morgan Wallen; Photo by Caylee Robillard
Ella Langley, Morgan Wallen; Photo by Caylee Robillard

As heard in the videos of the delivery that have flooded social media, Langley filled in seamlessly as her Alabama bred vocals intertwined with Wallen’s. The pair of artists won over the massive audience of fans while depicting the moody story of two emotionally damaged people who are both upfront about their baggage. Instead of shying away from heartbreak, the lyrics lean into the mutual understanding their desire to just live in the moment.

Langley’s first appearance on stage was a pleasant surprise, but her performance on night two is what really got fans talking. She and Wallen teamed up once again to sing the same track, but during the Sunday night show, the moment was intensified by the pouring rain that broke out.

The female powerhouse surprises didn’t stop there because Miranda Lambert also made an appearance during Wallen’s set on both of the Wisconsin tour dates. These superstars united to sing his hit, “Cowgirls.”

Lambert certainly dressed for the part as she channeled her inner cowgirl with her ensembles that featured cowboy boots, a cowboy hat, a denim skirt and a graphic tee. The Texas native offered her award-winning vocals to the harmonies of the hard-hitting tune that was originally recorded with fellow country act, ERNEST.

It’s safe to say that with the help of Ella Langley and Miranda Lambert, the East Tennessee native left his mark Camp Randall Stadium. These stops turned out to be historic for the venue, as Wallen hosted the biggest concerts ever held in the state with over 100,000 attendees across two nights. Plus, Wallen was the first artist to headline two consecutive nights at a Wisconsin stadium. 

This marked Miranda Lambert’s first weekend serving as a special guest on Morgan Wallen’s I’m the Problem Tour. She is scheduled to appear several more times throughout the trek, including July 11 at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL and July 18 at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ. Her run with Wallen will come to an end on September 12 in Edmonton, AB.

Ella Langley will also continue to put her talent on display in front of Morgan Wallen’s fans throughout the summer. Her next appearance will once again take place alongside Lambert at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ on July 28. She will deliver her final performance on the last night of the tour, which is set to take place on September 13 in Canada.  

Morgan Wallen; Photo by David Lehr
Morgan Wallen; Photo by David Lehr

Morgan Wallen is already making this trek one to remember. He kicked things off earlier this month in Houston, TX with a pair of star-studded guests joining him on his beloved walk-out tradition.

He appeared alongside former Houston Texans Hall of Fame wide receiver Andre Johnson and Houston salesman Mattress Mack on night one as the fan-favorite “Broadway Girls” song blared through the speakers before transitioning into I’m The Problem’s seventh track, “Interlude.” On the second night, rapper Drake and former Houston Astros pitcher Roger Clemens joined for the walkout. For his time in Wisconsin, the country act delivered a solo walkout on Saturday and welcomed former NFL quarterback, Brett Favre on Sunday.

The tour continues this weekend with another round of back-to-back shows in Miami Gardens, FL.

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Danae Hays Hard Launches New Relationship With Jenn Cooke, Sister of Ashley Cooke

Comedian Danae Hays has publicly introduced her new girlfriend, Jenn Cooke, who happens to have country roots as the sister of chart-topping country singer Ashley Cooke.

Hays and Cooke took their relationship to social media last week when they appeared on each other’s accounts while enjoying a staycation in Nashville. 

Danae Hays, Jenn Cooke; Photo via Instagram
Danae Hays, Jenn Cooke; Photo via Instagram

Speculation about their relationship immediately began within the comments section as fans shared their excitement over seeing them together. 

“Is this the new girlfriend? Or just a friend? You both are DOLLS,” one user wrote. 

Another shared, “So glad to see you happy again! She’s so beautiful! Y’all are beautiful together!” 

Later, Hays seemingly confirmed the speculation by sharing a gallery of photos of her and Cooke with the caption, “Summer has been good to me so far.” 

Jenn Cooke was quick to reply, writing, “best summer with you babe.” 

Others commented on the “hard launch” and shared excitement for them both finding happiness. 

In recent posts, Cooke has officially called Hays her “girlfriend” and even shared a video to introduce herself to the wave of new followers.

Ashley Cooke commented on her sister’s latest post, praising, “this era .. you’re glowing.” 

Danae Hays’ new relationship comes after her previous marriage to Mandie Kaii, which ended late last summer after three years. News of their split quickly went viral on TikTok, leaving many fans surprised. Since then, Hays has been candid about her journey through heartbreak and healing, which is something her followers have deeply appreciated. Now, they’re cheering her on as she steps into this new chapter.

RaeLynn, Danae Hays; Photo by Andrew Wendowski
RaeLynn, Danae Hays; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

In recent years, Hays has become a cherished part of the Nashville community, participating in various charity events, including supporting Folds of Honor alongside country stars like Riley Green, Jordan Davis, RaeLynn, HARDY, and others.

This spring, she achieved a lifelong dream by making her Grand Ole Opry debut with a comedy set on March 4. It was a goal she had been manifesting for years, and through dedication and hard work, it became a reality.

Nearly two years earlier, before she had even attempted stand-up, she wrote down her dream of performing on the Opry stage. It felt like a long shot at the time, but her belief and persistence helped bring it to life.

Danae Hays; Photo by Chris Hollo, Courtesy Grand Ole Opry
Danae Hays; Photo by Chris Hollo, Courtesy Grand Ole Opry

“One of the things that I wrote down was I wanted to have a Grand Ole Opry debut for comedy.  And I was like, this is a big lofty goal for somebody that’s never done standup before. And then shortly after I started, I started doing stand-up, and then we went on tour,” she recalled while chatting with Country Now backstage before her big debut. “And so it just feels very surreal. It feels very euphoric. It just feels like something that I’ve idolized in my head for so long is now minutes away.”

Hays recently completed her very first comedy tour and has more dates scheduled through late November.

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Jelly Roll And Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Finally Meet In Emotional First Encounter

After nearly a decade of friendship, Jelly Roll and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson finally had their first in-person meeting, and the moment was as heartfelt as it gets.

On Tuesday, July 1, Johnson took to social media to share a glimpse into the interaction that took place on set of American Idol while Jelly Roll was serving as the show’s first “Artist in residence” mentor. Luckily, the whole thing was caught on camera, allowing fans to see just how close of a bond these two have formed over the years.

The clip begins with Jelly Roll stepping out of his trailer, smiling ear to ear as he walks straight into a tight embrace with Johnson. “I’ve been waiting a decade for this hug,” he says.

From the jump, the two exchanged pure joy and a mutual admiration for each other’s strength, which is something that’s been building over the course of almost 10 years.

Johnson revealed that in that time, they have been “texting, showing love, support, whatever you need…it was very special.”

Dwayne Johnson, Jelly Roll; Photo via Instagram
Dwayne Johnson, Jelly Roll; Photo via Instagram

Johnson’s Sentimental Gift To Jelly Roll

He also took a moment to praise Jelly Roll on his incredible 200+ pound weight loss journey and then presented him with a deeply meaningful gift. Knowing that they both have a deep-rooted history in Music City, Johnson decided to give the country star an old postcard from the Alamo Plaza Motel in Nashville. This was where he stayed when he first moved to town at 15 years and used to be located in the area Jelly Roll grew up in, but has since been torn down.

Johnson explained that the postcard was given to him as a Christmas present form former pro wrestling manager, “downtown Bruno,” who was a prominent figure in his life back in the day. He then decided to regift the nostalgic piece of paper to Jelly Roll knowing that it would be meaningful to him.

“I knew you were here. I said, I gotta give it to my boy, Jelly.”

“This is old, old school,” Jelly Roll shared as memories of the place he grew up in flooded back to him. “I was just talking about this. When you first get in the business, in our business, you dream of all the plaques to cover the rafters, you know? So you start filling your walls with plaques. And then Kid Rock writes you a note and you cherish it more than anything…the next thing you know all the plaques came down. And it’s this,” he said holding up the old postcard. “This is the relationship.”

Celebrating The Power Of Music

Alongside the video, Dwayne Johnson penned a heartfelt message in the caption, that found him reflecting on how Jelly Roll’s music, particularly the song “Only,” helped him during one of the darkest moments in his life.

“Several years ago (roughly 2017) I was going through a very hard thing at the time, I was struggling. My mental wellness turned into my mental hellness. Many of you know the drill, you put on “the face”, show up to work, smile and get through it. Perhaps not the healthiest thing to do, but it’s what I was used to doing at the time.  Then a song came on through my headphones one morning on a random shuffle playlist. “Only” from Jelly Roll.”

He goes on to say that the lyrics “rocked me. hard core.” This is where their friendship truly began. Johnson reveals he was so moved by the story that he reached out to the artist and said, “you don’t know me and I don’t know you, but this song of yours is helping me through some stuff I’m dealing with. I just called to say thank you brother.  Our bond was born.”

The gift of the postcard may be “insignificant to the world,” as The Rock pointed out, however given their history, he knew it would be something Jelly Roll would greatly appreciate.

This isn’t the first time Johnson has expressed his love for the “Liar” singer. He previously opened up about discovering his music while appearing on “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” Jelly Roll later saw the clip of Johnson singing his praises and responded a few weeks later.

To this day, the Tennessee native claims Johnson’s message of support was a turning point in his career.

“You don’t know what that meant to me,” he said in the recent video. “I’m at a point in my career then where you’re wondering will it even work… then I’m seeing you post about this and I call them God Waves. It’s like anytime you’re a little sideways and God gives you one of those, it’s like nah I’m straight. I’m straighter than I thought I was. We’re coasting.”

Jelly Roll then shared another unforgettable memory of when he won his first award anad revealed Johnson beat his own mother to congratulating him. “He beat my mother into my inbox…it took my mom a whole nother hour. DJ was in there immediately,” he said with a laugh.

The video ends with another tight hug between the two stars, showcasing the strength of their years-long bond.

Johnson concluded his message by saying, “Every once in a while we all get sliced up by life, but it’s amazing to see what kind of blessings and people that God and the universe will put in our lives to help us heal through our pain…Love you brother and cheers to all our plaques coming down.”

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Severe Storm Forces Willie Nelson to Cancel 2025 Outlaw Festival Date in Oklahoma

Willie Nelson has been forced to cancel a stop on the 2025 Outlaw Music Festival after an intense storm damaged touring equipment and instruments. 

The country icon, 92, was set to headline the festival alongside Bob Dylan, Sheryl Crow, and more during a special 10th anniversary show. The star-studded lineup was originally scheduled to take the stage at the Lucky Star Amphitheater in El Reno, Oklahoma on July 1.

Willie Nelson; Photo by Pamela Springsteen
Willie Nelson; Photo by Pamela Springsteen

KFOR, Oklahoma’s local news channel, reported that the heavy thunderstorms swept through the southern region late Monday afternoon, causing flooding, heavy rain and low visibility and damages to homes in the surrounding area.

According to a statement released by festival organizers, “An extreme weather event on the evening of June 29th in Ridgedale, MO at Thunder Ridge Nature Arena produced heavy rains and high winds forcing the crowd to evacuate.”

As a result of the bad weather, “equipment and artists’ instruments were damaged and waterlogged, making their condition difficult to assess in time to accurately and safely use for tomorrow’s show.” The decision was made to cancel tonight’s show in order to allow time to recover and replace what was needed for the remainder of the tour.

“Blackbird Presents, Lucky Star Amphitheater, and DCF Concerts are disappointed to have to cancel the engagement and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this cancellation may cause,” the statement added.

Full refunds will be issued to ticketholders at their point of purchase. Fans should allow 7-10 business days for the refund to appear on their statement.

Photo Courtesy Willie Nelson
Photo Courtesy Willie Nelson

Nelson’s Legendary Guitar “Trigger” Has Been Marked Safe

Willie Nelson reposted the message to his own social media accounts. While many fans expressed their disappointment over the cancelation, their man concerned were about Trigger, Nelson’s legendary guitar.

One user asked, “Is trigger ok???”

Another wrote, “The real question: is Trigger okay?” followed by a request saying, “Trigger, if you read this, please let us know you’re OK.”

Thankfully, the “Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain” singer’s team confirmed Trigger was marked safe and was not among the instruments damaged in the storm.

The Outlaw Music Festival is known for being the largest touring music festival in North America. It aims to unite music legends and passionate fans for a one-of-a-kind experience filled with live performances, great food and drinks, and unique shopping.

Upcoming Tour Dates

Willie Nelson along with Bob Dylan, The Avett Brothers, The Mavericks, Asleep at The Wheel, Tami Neilson are expected to resume the show for Willie’s 4th of July Picnic taking place at the Germania Insurance Amphitheater in Austin, Texas, on July 4.

Nelson has a slew of 2025 tour dates scheduled through September. The Outlaw Fest will also hit towns across Wisconsin, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Connecticut, New York and more.

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Everything You Need to Know About Nashville’s Let Freedom Sing! July 4th Event Featuring Dierks Bentley

Dierks Bentley will headline Nashville’s Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th celebration on Friday, July 4. The FREE event will also feature several other performers and an unforgettable fireworks display. 

If you’re planning to celebrate Independence Day 2025 in Nashville, here’s what you need to know about the Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th event.  

All events are free and open to the public. 

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Nashville – July 4 Fireworks; Photo Provided

Throughout the day, attendees can visit the Amazon Family Fun Zone at Music City Walk of Fame Park, which will feature family-friendly activities and a diverse music lineup. Performers include Walker Montgomery, The Nashville Soul Experience, Alicia Blue, KIRWAN the Band, and Les Kerr & The Bayou Band, with DJ Rod Youree spinning tunes between sets.

As the day continues, live music will light up The Jack Daniel’s Broadway Stage at First and Broadway. Headlined by Dierks Bentley, the event will also feature performances from Russell Dickerson, Niko Moon, and Grace Bowers. Nashville’s own Keesha Rainey will sing the National Anthem, while Kelly Sutton will serve as emcee and DJ Dave Aude keeps the energy high between sets.

Dierks Bentley; Photo by Zach Belcher
Dierks Bentley; Photo by Zach Belcher

Following the concert, the celebration will continue at Ascend Amphitheater with a live performance by the GRAMMY-winning Nashville Symphony, set to a spectacular 30-minute fireworks and drone show. Presented by Dr Pepper, this downtown event will feature one of the nation’s largest synchronized displays of its kind.

“Music City knows how to throw a celebration, and this free July 4th event will again be one of the best in the country,” Ken Levitan, board chairman of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp and co-president of Vector Management, shared. “With an incredible lineup that includes Dierks Bentley, Russell Dickerson, Niko Moon and Grace Bowers, we’re excited to welcome both visitors and locals for a day filled with unforgettable music, family-friendly activities and pride in the red, white and blue. Events like this not only showcase Nashville’s world-class talent but also drive meaningful economic activity for Nashville and its hospitality industry.”

Let Freedom Sing! is teaming up with Dierks Bentley’s Riser Foundation, which supports charitable organizations focused on children and families, as well as issues like homelessness, literacy, education, and hunger. 

In addition, StageWater canned water will be available for purchase at beverage stands and throughout the event footprint. A portion of proceeds from StageWater supports nonprofits that assist those in need within the entertainment industry, including healthcare and hardship grants, and aid for independent venues and promoters. The company is led by CEO Chris Thacker, Bentley’s tour manager, and CMO Zach Belcher, his touring photographer and videographer.

Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th consistently attracts massive crowds, with more than 200,000 attendees each year and a record-breaking 355,000 in 2024. That record turnout generated an estimated $17.5 million in direct visitor spending. 

This marks the 22nd annual celebration produced by Music City Inc. through the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp and the 41st overall in the city’s history.

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‘Superwoman’: Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle, and Dionne Warwick’s Rare Collab

Gladys Knight and Patti LaBelle at the 1994 Soul Train Music Awards

By 1990, Gladys Knight – whose rich, sometimes raspy vocals cut to the nerve of a song – had been performing with her family backing group the Pips since impressing folks at an Atlanta birthday party in 1952. There were a couple of years in the late 70s when contractual issues kept them from performing together, but for many hit-filled decades, Gladys Knight and The Pips had gone together like sweet potatoes and pie.

After the 1987 album, All For Love, their first for the MCA label, Knight decided she wanted to go at it alone. As she told the Michigan Citizen, “the group is, so to speak, suspended.” Knight, an always popular attraction on the road, continued to tour, but she tweaked her show, adding and cutting songs so that audiences would understand her new direction. “I didn’t want to come out and do a ‘Gladys Knight and the Pips – without The Pips – show,’” she told the Los Angeles Times.

The Karyn White original

One number that Gladys Knight was incorporating into the new set was “Superwoman,” the hit 1989 ballad by R&B newcomer Karyn White. The song – written by the hot production duo of Antonio “L.A.” Reid and Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, along with “silent partner” Daryl Simmons – plays like one woman’s passionate renegotiation of the emotional terms of her relationship. As she sings, “This girl needs more than occasional hugs as a token of love from you to me.”

White, who recorded the song when she was in her 20s, could barely relate to the sentiment. “It was sounding a little country,” White said to the Minneapolis Star-Tribune. “It was sounding corny to me. So I had to find my own vibe for the song. I wasn’t necessarily that woman in ‘Superwoman.’ I wasn’t married; I wasn’t necessarily [at that place] mentally. How I made it work for me is, I remember my mom was a superwoman. My father left. All I could think about was my mom when I sang that song.”

The Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle, and Dionne Warwick version

But while the tune was an emotional challenge for White, one that she pulled off in a profoundly affecting way, it was right in the pocket for Knight who had, at the time, been twice married and divorced. One night, when she was doing the song on stage, MCA exec Louil Silas Jr. was in the audience. He was so moved by the performance that he suggested she record “Superwoman” for her first solo album for the label. But that wasn’t his only idea. He also thought she should invite her esteemed R&B sista-friends, Patti LaBelle and Dionne Warwick, to cut the song with her. The three had already been planning to team up for a “Sisters In The Name Of Love” tour, so as Knight told Billboard, “we felt recording the song together would make sense.”

Their version of “Superwoman,” produced by Michael Powell, who worked on Anita Baker’s breakthrough Rapture album, comes off less as a soul-baring plea than musical “kitchen table talk” among friends, with each singer – according to her vocal style – offering her own take on how it feels to be involved with an emotionally distant man. Knight sounds like she’s long endured the problem. Warwick seems determined to rise above the fray, and LaBelle – with her soaringly intense vocals – comes across as if she’s gonna end the relationship as soon as she finishes holding her note.

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The trio performed the song together on a number of high-profile TV programs, including The Oprah Winfrey Show. It was embraced by Black radio and became a Top 20 R&B hit. The song has gone on to become symbolic of the bond among three African American women whose careers have endured from Jim Crow to Obama and now Trump. They’ve accomplished this longevity not through superpowers, but rather with the combined forces of discipline, resilience, and faith. For these reasons, their rendition of “Superwoman” feels almost uplifting. It’s the sound of victors sharing stories from the battle.

Listen to Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle, and Dionne Warwick’s “Superwoman” here.

This article was first published in 2020. We are republishing it today, the anniversary of the release of Gladys Knight’s Good Woman album. Black Music Reframed is an ongoing editorial series on uDiscover Music that seeks to encourage a different lens, a wider lens, a new lens, when considering Black music; one not defined by genre parameters or labels, but by the creators. Sales and charts and firsts and rarities are important. But artists, music, and moments that shape culture aren’t always best-sellers, chart-toppers, or immediate successes. This series, which centers Black writers writing about Black music, takes a new look at music and moments that have previously either been overlooked or not had their stories told with the proper context.

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Squid Game Season 3: Cast & Director Share BTS Details, Insights In Exclusive Interview

Squid Game took the world by storm in 2021, becoming Netflix’s most-watched series of all time with over 1.65 billion viewing hours in its first month. The Korean survival drama captivated audiences with its brutal social commentary, stunning visuals, and unforgettable characters. Now, after a global phenomenon and multiple Emmy wins, Squid Game returns with a highly anticipated third season.

AllHipHop caught up with actor Lee Byung-hun, best known for his role as a masked enforcer in the series, director Hwang Dong-hyuk and star Lee Jung-jae (Player 456, Gi-hun). From slipping back into the signature red wig to the psychological depth of characters like Gi-hun and the mysterious Front Man, the team dives deep into what’s next.

With season three promising higher stakes, fans are eager to see how the story expands. The cast reveals how fan’s energy helped shape the new season. Interviewer D-Nellz digs deep to offer rare insight into the minds behind one of the most captivating shows of the decade.

AllHipHop: It’s an honor to speak with you all today. Let’s keep things light and spoiler-free. First off, how did it feel to return to the world of Squid Game and begin filming again?

Lee Jung-jae (Actor): The first scene I filmed this season was with the red wig and I just couldn’t believe I was wearing it again. I remember laughing a lot in the makeup trailer. It felt surreal. Of course, this all began with Director Hwang’s vision, but I also think the energy and love from the fans played a huge part in bringing us back. I’m really grateful for that. So I put the wig on and gave it my all.

AllHipHop: As both actors and creators, Squid Game received a massive wave of global attention. Did that impact your creative mindset or add pressure coming into Season 2?

Hwang Dong-hyuk (Director): Absolutely, there was pressure. The show became a global phenomenon, and expectations were incredibly high. But instead of letting that stress me out, I made a conscious effort to turn it into confidence. When we made Season 1, I was filled with doubt—wondering if people would resonate with the story at all. But once I saw how much they embraced it, I realized they connected with the message I wanted to share. That gave me the confidence to tell Season 2 the way I truly wanted, believing that audiences would respond if I stayed authentic.

AllHipHop: Let’s talk about two of the show’s most complex characters, Gi-hun and the Front Man. Without spoiling anything, what should fans expect from their clash in Season 2?

Lee Byung-hun (The Front Man): Gi-hun and the Front Man actually followed very similar paths. Both were players in the game. Both witnessed betrayal, death, and were forced into situations where they had to take others’ lives. But what’s fascinating is that they ended up in completely opposite places. Gi-hun still believes in humanity and holds onto hope, while the Front Man has turned into a pessimist.

When they confront each other this season, you’ll see that the Front Man still has a faint spark of humanity inside him. As I played him, I really tried to convey that internal struggle. It’s not spelled out directly in the script, but if you look closely, I think viewers will sense that even the Front Man might secretly hope Gi-hun is right.

AllHipHop: Thank you so much for your time. We can’t wait to see how fans react to this new season.

Cast & Team: Thank you!

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Chrisean Rock Faces Off With Tia Kemp In Heated Livestream Clash

Chrisean Rock and Tia Kemp went head-to-head in a profanity-laced livestream early Tuesday (July 1), reigniting a long-running feud that’s been simmering for months over parenting, personal jabs and social media shade.

Kemp, the mother of Rick Ross’ eldest son and co-host of a podcast with Karlissa Saffold—who is Blueface’s mom—jumped on TikTok Live around 1 a.m. after receiving multiple calls from Rock. The call didn’t go over well.

“Hoe, you gone’ respect me and Karlissa, b####!” Kemp shouted into the camera. “Go take care of your muthafuckin baby, hoe.”

Rock, who was on the other end of the line, replied, “You don’t know me.”

Kemp fired back, adding, “Since you done threatened me, pull up!” 

Kemp then warned Rock not to come to Miami, saying, “I’m gone flatline your p#### ass.” Rock ended the call, but Kemp kept going, continuing to curse her out on the livestream.

Chrisean Rock & Tia Kemp Go Back & Forth

The late-night blowup is just the latest chapter in a feud that’s dragged on since 2024. Kemp has repeatedly criticized Rock’s parenting, especially when it comes to her young son’s health and development.

“She need to get this baby some help,” Kemp said in a previous video. “She need to get herself some help.” 

Kemp said, “It’s making me mad that this baby can’t run, get down, and walk, and I’m looking at him right here. It’s clear that something is wrong with him. So why she ain’t taking this baby to get some help.”

On Sunday (June 30), Kemp escalated things by threatening to call Child Protective Services, accusing Rock of smoking and drinking around her child.

Rock clapped back, accusing Kemp of chasing relevance and being hypocritical.

“You already did this before. Auntie! And you nobody’s f###### aunt. We don’t know you,” she said. “”Stop passing judgment. Stop speaking on me, for real.”

Rock also referenced Kemp’s own family issues, saying, “You’re sitting here talking about my kid when yours got stabbed for running the streets like a gangster?”

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