Trippie Redd was taken into custody at Miami International Airport on July 4.
The rapper was busted while attempting to board a flight to France due to an outstanding warrant from 2023, according to Miami-Dade County authorities.
He was arrested without incident and transported to Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center.
Officials have not released details about the original charge tied to the warrant.
The arrest happened on Independence Day, just weeks after Trippie and Coi Leray welcomed their first child together, a daughter named Miyoco.
The baby’s name blends “Mi” from Trippie Redd’s first name and “co” from Coi’s, and also translates to “beautiful child” in Japanese.
The couple’s relationship has been on and off since they first linked up years ago.
They rekindled in 2024 but reportedly split again before their daughter’s birth in June 2025.
The arrest adds another chapter to Trippie’s turbulent public life, which now includes legal issues, a new child and a complicated relationship with Coi Leray.
As of Friday morning, Trippie Redd remained in custody at Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center, according to NBC Miami.
Eminem is officially stepping into the sports ownership arena as part of the newly announced WNBA expansion team in Detroit, which is scheduled to hit the court in 2029.
The WNBA confirmed earlier this week that Detroit, along with Cleveland and Philadelphia, will each receive a new franchise, bringing the league total to 18 teams.
The Motor City’s ownership group is anchored by Tom Gores, owner of the Detroit Pistons, and features a high-profile lineup including Marshall Mathers, Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff, former NBA stars Grant Hill and Chris Webber, Lions principal owner Sheila Hamp, and General Motors CEO Mary Barra.
The group reportedly shelled out $250 million for the expansion fee, signaling a serious investment in the future of women’s basketball in Detroit. The team will play its home games at Little Caesars Arena, with plans underway for a new training facility and team headquarters along the city’s riverfront.
“This is a huge win for Detroit and the WNBA,” Gores said in a statement. “Today marks the long-hoped-for return of the WNBA to a city with deep basketball roots and a championship tradition. Detroit played a key role in the league’s early growth, and we’re proud to reignite that legacy as the WNBA ascends to new heights.”
Eminem’s involvement in the WNBA team is more than just a business move. Known for his deep ties to Detroit, the Hip-Hop veteran is using his platform to uplift local sports and youth development efforts.
The WNBA’s expansion comes at a time of surging popularity, with record-setting viewership numbers and merchandise sales driving national momentum.
China Walker, one-half of the Cam & China rap duo from Inglewood, has died at age 30 following a private two-year fight with a rare and aggressive form of ovarian cancer.
The news was announced on Wednesday, July 2, by her twin sister and groupmate Cam Walker in a heartfelt Instagram post. The pair had kept China’s diagnosis out of the public eye until her death.
“Most don’t know, China has been fighting a rare, aggressive Ovarian Cancer for 2 years,” Cam wrote. “Tonight, she transitioned and is now resting peacefully. Give me time to grieve in peace, but know she loved all our supporters.”
Cam also posted a photo of the two sisters together, along with a message urging people to stay connected with their loved ones.
“Check on yo people, you never know what they are going thru until it’s too late,” she added.
The duo first gained attention in 2016 with their self-titled EP, which showcased their lyrical chemistry. The loss also highlights the devastating impact of ovarian cancer, a disease that often goes undetected until its later stages.
According to the American Cancer Society, ovarian cancer ranks fifth in cancer deaths among women, and early detection remains difficult due to vague symptoms.
Cam has not shared any further details about memorial plans or future music, asking for privacy during this time.
Diddy was awaiting a judge’s decision on his $1 million bail request when a man collapsed and began seizing violently on the marble floor of the Manhattan courthouse.
The medical emergency unfolded Wednesday (July 3) on the 26th floor of the federal courthouse just moments after Diddy’s legal team submitted his bail application.
Defense attorney Marc Agnifilo, representing Diddy in the high-profile case, rushed to the man’s side without hesitation.
“I can’t imagine a busier five-minute period in my life,” Agnifilo told The New York Post. “I’m going down to see Combs. Everything was so intense, and my mind was on the case, and I walk out, and a man falls and is clearly seizing. It seemed pretty dire. I was worried about him.”
The man, whose identity has not been released, began convulsing and “repeatedly slamming his head against the marble floor, blood and vomit pouring from his mouth,” according to witnesses.
Agnifilo, who said he had prior experience handling seizures, immediately placed the man in a recovery position.
“I’ve just dealt with lots of seizures. I just know exactly what to do because I’ve dealt with this before,” he said.
His law partner, Jacob Kaplan, supported the man’s head and slid a backpack underneath it to prevent further injury.
Agnifilo’s daughter Sofia, a paralegal on the case and an unidentified member of Diddy’s family, checked the man’s pulse and monitored his breathing until EMS arrived.
The man was eventually carried out on a stretcher. His current condition has not been released by authorities.
He was acquitted of more serious trafficking charges. The judge denied Combs’ $1 million bail request. His next hearing is set for July 8, while sentencing is scheduled for October 3.
Blac Chyna pulled the plug on her engagement to Derrick Milano less than a year after the Grammy-winning songwriter dropped to one knee in front of a crowd at Howard University’s Yard Fest.
The former couple shared identical statements Tuesday (May 14) on Instagram, confirming their split and citing spiritual clarity as the reason behind the decision.
“After much prayer and reflection, Derrick and I have decided to call off the engagement,” the post began. “We love each other deeply and are good friends, but we both believe that God’s guidance has shown us that this is the right path for both of us, as we each continue our journeys. May we find peace and fulfillment in His divine will, trusting that His plan is greater than our own.”
The breakup comes seven months after Milano’s very public proposal on October 18, 2024, where he serenaded Chyna with Mario’s “Let Me Love You” before presenting her with a ring in front of thousands.
The pair began dating in May 2023 and made their relationship Instagram official that September.
The engagement marked Chyna’s third—she was previously engaged to Tyga, with whom she shares a son, King Cairo, and Rob Kardashian, father of her daughter Dream.
The proposal also followed a legal cloud. In September 2024, Chyna’s ex-boyfriend, Twin Hector, filed a lawsuit accusing her of physical and verbal abuse over a three-year relationship, including an alleged violent incident in 2021. He claimed the trauma left him with PTSD and insomnia.
Lizzo unveiled her weight loss regimen and shut down Ozempic rumors on Instagram by posting side-by-side transformation photos and detailing her fitness and nutrition overhaul.
The Grammy Award-winning singer made it clear she hasn’t relied on GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic to slim down. Instead, she credited discipline, sweat and a team of wellness pros for her progress.
“I work my ass off, training 3x a week, daily sauna & cardio, adding animal protein back into my diet, hiring a chef who helps me meal prep and keeps track of what I put into my body in a calorie deficit, cutting out sugary Starbucks & full fat sodas & potato chips…” she wrote.
The 37-year-old also shared that she’s returned to drinking in moderation.
“I quit drinking for the longest… (but I’m drinking again c## I earned it!)… I play pickleball and hike and walk on the beach and move my body and dance and drink water. I detox! Once a month!”
Lizzo also gave a shoutout to celebrity lymphatic massage therapist Flávia Lanini, who she says helped shape her appearance through holistic bodywork.
“The photo on the left is my first time getting lymphatic massage from Flavia, and the right is the most recent!” she wrote. “In light of all these magazines and blogs wanting me to be on Ozempic soooo bad – here’s the truth! I also get holistic body work done, wood therapy, and lymphatic massage.”
She ended her post with a clear message of self-affirmation.
“I’m so happy and proud of what I’ve done and no one can take that away from me.”
Lizzo’s fifth studio album, Love in Real Life, is expected to drop later this year.
Rising Chicago rapper Mello Buckzz watched her album release party turn into a crime scene Tuesday night (July 2) when gunfire erupted outside Artis Lounge in downtown Chicago, leaving four people dead and more than a dozen wounded.
The shooting unfolded around 11 p.m. as crowds spilled into the street after the event.
According to police, a dark-colored vehicle pulled up, and one or more shooters opened fire into the crowd before speeding away. No arrests have been made, and authorities have not released any suspect descriptions.
Among the victims were two men, ages 24 and 25, and two women, NBC Chicago reported.
At least 14 others were injured, with three women in critical condition. Most of the victims were between 21 and 32 years old.
Sources told the outlet that Mello Buckzz lost both her boyfriend and her best friend in the attack.
The rapper took to her Instagram Stories in a series of raw posts expressing her heartbreak.
“My heart hurt so bad,” she wrote alongside a video of herself in a car with a man. In another clip, the pair danced playfully. “We was having so much fun,” she wrote. “We couldn’t leave each other alone.”
“im so f###### angry,” she added.
She also shared a photo with her friend, writing, “i can’t believe i lost both yall in 1 night.”
“i dont wish this typa pain on nobody,” she wrote. “Dam my f###### crew.”
Footage from the scene showed a heavy police presence, flashing lights and paramedics treating victims on the sidewalk.
The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and investigators are continuing to gather information.
Mello Buckzz was celebrating a major career milestone when gunfire erupted outside her record release event in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, killing four and injuring 14 others late Wednesday night.
The shooting happened around 11 p.m. on July 2 outside Artis Lounge, where attendees were leaving the venue following the release party for her new project, HollyHOOD The Mixtape.
According to police, multiple suspects opened fire from a vehicle, targeting the crowd gathered outside.
Two men and two women were pronounced dead at the scene. At least four others remain hospitalized in critical or serious condition, authorities said. No arrests have been made, and investigators are still working to identify the shooters. The motive behind the attack remains unknown.
The Chicago Police Department confirmed they are reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses, but have not yet released descriptions of the suspects or the vehicle involved.
Shortly after the violence unfolded, Mello Buckzz took to Instagram to express her grief and disbelief.
“Prayers up for all my sisters god please wrap yo arms around every last one of them. we need u i need u ngl im f##### up ..feel like everything just weighing down on me…. All i can do is talk to god and pray,” she wrote.
Artis Lounge, the venue where the shooting occurred, issued a statement condemning the violence and reaffirming its mission to serve as a safe space for marginalized communities.
“Last night, an act of violence occurred within the vicinity of our restaurant—and it shook us deeply,” the statement read. “Artis was created as a safe space. A space where Black, Brown, Queer, and allied communities could gather, be celebrated, and feel at home in River North. We’ve always led with that mission. And what happened last night disrupted it in the most painful way.”
The venue added that it is cooperating with law enforcement and taking additional steps to protect its patrons moving forward.
Mello Buckzz, a rising figure in Chicago’s drill scene, gained recognition with her viral singles “Boom” and “Boom Pt. 2,” the latter featuring Latto. She also appeared on G Herbo’s Strictly 4 My Fans 2 mixtape and joined Latto on stage at Coachella in 2023.
As of July 3, police have not announced any leads or suspects in the case.
Kesha threw her support behind Cassie after a New York jury found Diddy guilty of transporting women for prostitution but cleared him of sex trafficking and racketeering charges, including those tied to Cassie’s allegations.
The pop singer took to X shortly after the verdict, writing, “Cassie, I believe you. I love you. Your strength is a beacon for every survivor.”
Cassie, I believe you. I love you. Your strength is a beacon for every survivor.
Kesha, who once referenced Combs in her 2010 hit “Tik Tok,” has since changed the lyric “feeling like P. Diddy” to “f**k P. Diddy” during live performances following the public surfacing of abuse claims in late 2023.
Diddy, 55, was acquitted of racketeering conspiracy and two sex trafficking charges, one of which stemmed from Cassie’s lawsuit.
However, jurors convicted him on two counts of transporting women across state lines for prostitution based on accusations from Cassie and another former partner.
Aubrey O’Day, who rose to fame under Combs’ guidance on MTV’s Making the Band in 2005, also spoke out. On Instagram, she called the outcome “heartbreaking” and said, “My heart is with Cassie.
A woman who could’ve had a life and career free of fear and control. A woman who told her truth in a courtroom, only to have the world dissect her credibility instead of her courage.”
Cassie, born Casandra Ventura, testified over four days while pregnant, becoming a central witness in the trial.
Though she has not released a personal statement, her attorney, Douglas H. Wigdor, said she “initiated the criminal investigation into Mr. Combs by filing her lawsuit in late 2023” and helped lead to his conviction on the prostitution-related charges.
Diddy remains in custody and has been denied bail. His sentencing is scheduled for October 3.
Gunna stepped into the wellness industry spotlight this week by becoming a co-owner of Flerish, a clean hydration brand built around performance and health.
The Hip-Hop artist, known for his chart-topping records and recent lifestyle shift, announced his new business move just months after Flerish launched in late 2024.
The beverage company, founded by Avery Johnson Jr. and Nick Nevins, promotes natural hydration without artificial additives.
“I don’t put my name on just anything. Flerish is different, it’s clean, it works, and it’s become a part of my everyday lifestyle. I’m happy to be coming on board and look forward to the journey ahead,” Gunna said in a statement.
The partnership reflects a broader shift in Gunna’s public image. After a visible transformation in both appearance and focus, the rapper has leaned into wellness and discipline. His decision to invest in Flerish mirrors that evolution.
“Right now, I’m focused,” he said. “There’s no off switch. I needed something that supports me naturally and keeps me balanced and that’s exactly what Flerish does.”
The beverage line, which emphasizes clean ingredients and functional hydration, has already gained traction among health-conscious consumers.
Gunna’s involvement is expected to expand the brand’s reach and appeal, especially among younger demographics who follow his music and lifestyle.
The clean hydration market has seen rapid growth, driven by demand for wellness-focused alternatives to sugary drinks. Flerish enters the space as part of that wave, offering a product that aligns with current health trends.
Gunna’s role as co-owner goes beyond endorsement. He plans to work closely with the founders to shape the brand’s direction and marketing strategy. His influence in music and fashion could give Flerish a competitive edge in a crowded market.
The announcement was made between July 2 and July 3, 2025, marking a new chapter in Gunna’s expanding business portfolio.
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