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Megan Thee Stallion is escalating her legal battle by filing a motion to compel DJ Akademiks to disclose the identity of the source who provided him with sealed court documents connected to the 2020 shooting incident involving Tory Lanez. ‎ ‎Megan Thee Stallion seeks court order to compel DJ Akademiks to reveal source of leaked sealed documents tied to Tory Lanez shooting case. ‎Steve Granitz/FilmMagic; Thaddaeus McAdams/Getty Images ‎ ‎The motion is part of Megan’s ongoing civil case against Texas-based YouTuber Milagro Gramz, whom she accuses of collaborating with Lanez in a calculated campaign to discredit her. Court filings claim that Gramz, whose real name is Milagro Cooper, received compensation to publish misleading content about Megan while allegedly coordinating with Lanez to damage her reputation. ‎ ‎In 2022, DJ Akademiks publicly shared restricted legal information regarding DNA evidence related to the firearm used in the July 2020 shooting. At the time, the docu...

‎The body of a missing Inland Empire teenager has been identified after being discovered inside a Tesla at a Los Angeles impound lot, a case now under investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department’s Robbery-Homicide Division. ‎ ‎Authorities confirmed the victim as 15-year-old Celeste Rivas, who had been missing for nearly 18 months before her remains were found on September 8 at Hollywood Tow. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner identified Rivas through a tattoo on her right index finger that read “Shhh…,” which her mother recognized. ‎ The body of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas was found in a Tesla registered to singer D4vd, prompting an LAPD death investigation. ‎Max Durante ‎ ‎The medical examiner’s office reported that Rivas’ body was in an advanced state of decomposition, delaying determination of cause and manner of death. Officials noted she appeared to have been deceased inside the vehicle for an extended period before discovery. ‎ ‎Investigators revealed that R...

‎The Latin Recording Academy has announced the nominees for the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards, with Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny leading the field with 12 nominations. The announcement was made during a livestream on Wednesday morning, highlighting the diversity and global impact of Latin music. ‎ Bad Bunny tops the 2025 Latin Grammy nominations with 12, followed by Edgar Barrera and Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso. Winners will be revealed Nov. 13. ‎Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue ‎ ‎Bad Bunny’s recognition includes two nominations for record of the year with “Baile Inolvidable” and “DtMF,” both of which are also competing for song of the year. His chart-topping album Debí Tirar Más Fotos, which previously spent a month at No. 1 on Billboard’s 200 Albums chart, is nominated for album of the year. ‎ ‎Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso also earned strong recognition with 10 nominations. The duo scored nods in both record and song of the year categories for “El Di...

‎Cardi B has spoken out about viral courtroom footage from her recent civil trial, where she was caught dozing off during proceedings. The Grammy-winning rapper openly admitted the moment on The Jennifer Hudson Show, explaining she had been balancing the demands of her upcoming album rollout with long days in court. ‎ Cardi B admits to dozing off during her civil trial, reflects on the verdict, and gears up for her new album Am I the Drama?. ‎Kevin Mazur/Getty Images/The Recording Academy ‎ ‎“I’m not even going to lie, I was,” Cardi told Hudson during the interview. “I had a long night! I’m in the middle of an album rollout. I was so sleepy, I was trying to fight it.” She shared that she even attempted a breathing exercise to stay awake but couldn’t manage it. ‎ ‎The rapper also reflected on how overwhelming the experience had been. “I’m in the middle of an album rollout, and I have to go to court. And then, when I get to court, I realize that it’s going to be on national T...

Lil Nas X is receiving treatment following his arrest and felony charges in August, according to his attorney. The rapper, whose real name is Montero Hill, was taken into custody after an incident on Ventura Boulevard in Studio City, where he was reportedly found nearly nude and appearing delirious. ‎ ‎Lil Nas X’s attorney confirms the rapper is undergoing treatment after his August arrest and felony charges. His next court date is Nov. 18. ‎Frazer Harrison/Getty Images ‎ ‎Authorities initially brought the artist to a hospital for a possible overdose before he spent the weekend in jail. He later entered a not guilty plea to four felony charges, including battery and resisting a law enforcement officer. ‎ ‎On Monday, Lil Nas X’s legal team appeared at the Los Angeles County Superior Court. After the hearing, his attorney Drew Findling addressed the press, stating that the rapper is focused on his well-being. “We’re doing what is best for Montero from a personal standpoint an...

‎English punk-rap duo Bob Vylan ignited widespread backlash after appearing to celebrate the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a live performance at Club Paradiso in Amsterdam on Saturday. ‎ ‎Bob Vylan sparks global outrage after dedicating a performance to slain activist Charlie Kirk during Amsterdam concert at Club Paradiso. ‎Ben Birchall/PA Images via Getty Images ‎ ‎Concert footage circulating on social media shows frontman Bobby Vylan (real name Pascal Robinson-Foster) addressing the audience before launching into a track. He dedicated the performance to Kirk, who was killed on September 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University, telling the cheering crowd: ‎“I want to dedicate this next one to an absolute piece of shit of a human being. The pronouns was/were. Rest in piss Charlie Kirk, you piece of shit.” ‎ ‎Reaction to Charlie Kirk’s Assassination Remarks ‎ ‎Kirk, leader of Turning Point USA and a close ally of former U.S. President Donald ...

‎The 2025 Caribbean Music Awards celebrated some of the most influential voices in reggae, soca, and dancehall, honoring icons and emerging stars alike. The third annual ceremony took place on August 28 at Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, New York, and aired on BET on September 12. Hosted by comedian Majah Hype, the event recognized over 40 categories across the Caribbean music spectrum. ‎ ‎Bounty Killer received a Lifetime Achievement Award and Busta Rhymes earned the Elite Icon Award at the 2025 Caribbean Music Awards in Brooklyn. ‎Maximillian Blay ‎ ‎Bounty Killer received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award, marking another milestone in a career that has shaped dancehall for decades. The Kingston-born legend has earned three Billboard Hot 100 entries, including his collaborations “Hip-Hopera” with The Fugees, “Deadly Zone” with Mobb Deep and Rappin’ Noyd, and the global hit “Hey Baby” with No Doubt, which peaked at No. 5 in 2001. The award came shortly after his headli...

‎Tate McRae delivered one of the most talked-about moments of her Miss Possessive World Tour during her Nashville stop on Thursday night. The pop star stunned the audience by welcoming country sensation Megan Moroney for a live duet of Moroney’s chart-topping single, “6 Months Later.” ‎ Tate McRae surprised fans in Nashville by bringing Megan Moroney onstage for a live duet of “6 Months Later” during her Miss Possessive Tour. ‎Taylor Hill/WireImage (2) ‎ ‎Fans erupted in cheers as McRae introduced her guest with admiration. “I’m so excited to announce a special guest tonight. I’m such a massive fan,” she told the crowd before inviting Moroney onstage. Together, the pair performed the hit to a roaring response inside the packed venue. ‎ ‎Following the show, Moroney posted a selfie of the two artists with the caption, “Girls!” McRae quickly responded in the comments, calling Moroney “My queen forever.” Moroney also shared a clip of the performance on her Instagram Story, play...

‎A federal judge has rejected Justin Baldoni’s last-minute request to depose Taylor Swift as part of the ongoing legal battle with Blake Lively. The case centers on Lively’s allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation during the production of It Ends With Us. ‎ A judge denied Justin Baldoni’s bid to depose Taylor Swift in Blake Lively’s harassment case, granting Lively more time for depositions. ‎Griffin Lotz for Rolling Stone ‎ ‎U.S. District Judge Lewis Liman ruled on Friday that Baldoni and his co-defendants at Wayfarer Studios had waited too long to pursue the deposition. The judge emphasized that discovery has been ongoing for six months and the defendants failed to demonstrate diligence in their efforts. Instead, the court granted Lively a 10-day extension to depose Baldoni and two others, citing delays by the defense in producing requested documents. ‎ ‎According to court filings, Baldoni first sought Swift’s deposition in May 2025 before withdrawing that subpoe...

‎Akon’s wife, Tomeka Thiam, has officially filed for divorce from the Grammy-nominated artist just days before their 29th wedding anniversary. ‎ ‎Court documents show that Thiam cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for the filing. The news was first reported by TMZ. ‎ Tomeka Thiam files for divorce from Akon after nearly 29 years, seeking custody of their daughter and spousal support in new court filing. ‎Michael Tran/AFP via Getty Images ‎ ‎The couple, married since September 15, 1996, share one minor child together, a 17-year-old daughter named Journey. According to the filing, Thiam is seeking joint legal custody and sole physical custody of Journey. She is also requesting spousal support while asking the court to deny Akon, whose legal name is Aliaune Badara Thiam, any support from her. ‎ ‎The filing highlights the long-running public curiosity about Akon’s personal life. During a previous interview with DJ Vlad, the Senegalese artist acknowledged having nine ...

‎Los Angeles police are investigating after discovering a body inside an impounded Tesla in Hollywood on Monday, September 8. According to ABC7, the vehicle is registered to rising music artist D4vd. ‎ ‎A spokesperson for the Los Angeles Police Department said officers were called to a tow yard around 12:20 p.m. following reports of a strong odor coming from the car. Upon inspection, authorities located what they described as “possible human remains.” Officials have classified the case as a death investigation. ‎ ‎ LAPD confirms a body was discovered in a Tesla registered to D4vd in Hollywood, launching a death investigation as the artist continues his tour. ‎Arturo Holmes/Getty Images ‎ ‎KTLA reported that the body was found inside a bag in the trunk of the vehicle, which had been abandoned for about a week before being impounded. ABC7 added that the 2023 Tesla is registered in Texas to David Anthony Burke, the legal name of the 20-year-old singer. ‎ ‎D4vd is currently on ...

‎South Korean pop powerhouse Blackpink reaffirmed their status as the world’s biggest girl group with a spectacular two-and-a-half-hour performance at Wembley Stadium. ‎ ‎Blackpink becomes the first K-pop girl group to headline Wembley Stadium, dazzling 70,000 fans with their record-breaking Deadline tour. ‎Live Nation ‎ ‎The four-member act—Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa—became the first K-pop girl group to headline the iconic venue, joining the ranks of global superstars such as Michael Jackson, Taylor Swift, BTS, and Oasis. The milestone concert drew a sold-out crowd of 70,000 fans, who were treated to a dazzling mix of music, choreography, and stagecraft. ‎ YG Entertainment  ‎ ‎Lisa described the night as an “absolute honour,” dedicating the performance to the audience for making the historic moment possible. Jennie called the concert “an epic dream,” while Rosé reflected on the magnitude of the occasion, praising fans for their unwavering support. ‎ ‎The...

‎Sean Kingston, the chart-topping singer known for “Beautiful Girls,” was sentenced to 42 months in federal prison on Friday, August 15, after being convicted of wire fraud related to a scheme that targeted more than $1 million in luxury goods. The Florida federal court also imposed three years of probation as part of Kingston’s sentence. ‎ ‎ Sean Kingston receives 3.5 years in prison for defrauding vendors of $1M in luxury cars, jewelry, and goods; restitution hearings set for October. ‎Johnny Louis/Getty Images ‎ ‎The case involved Kingston and his mother, Janice Turner, defrauding vendors of high-end merchandise, including a Cadillac Escalade and a large LED television. Jurors found Kingston guilty in March of wire fraud conspiracy and four counts of wire fraud after a trial that concluded in under four hours of deliberation. ‎ ‎Prosecutors detailed how Kingston and Turner leveraged his celebrity status to obtain goods without immediate payment. The duo promised social m...

‎Willow Smith has stunned fans and the wider social media community with a bold and unexpected NSFW message. ‎ ‎The daughter of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith is no stranger to online attention, much like her older brother, Jaden Smith, who once gained a reputation for posting cryptic and unconventional tweets. His memorable musings included the viral line, “How can mirrors be real if our eyes aren’t real.” ‎ Willow Smith’s latest Instagram post—an emotional selfie paired with a cryptic NSFW caption—has sent social media into a frenzy of theories. Getty Images  ‎ ‎Now, at 24, Willow appears to be embracing a similarly eyebrow-raising approach. On Wednesday, August 13, she posted an emotional selfie to her Instagram Story, showing herself in tears. Yet, it was the accompanying caption that truly left followers perplexed. ‎ ‎She wrote: “Who ate all the pu***.” ‎ ‎X ‎ ‎The post quickly ignited debate, with users speculating about its meaning. Some suggested ...

‎Taylor Swift captured global attention Wednesday, August 13, when she officially unveiled details about her new album, The Life of a Showgirl, following several days of cryptic teasers. ‎ ‎Taylor Swift reveals The Life of a Showgirl, her 12th album with Sabrina Carpenter collaboration, Max Martin & Shellback production, out Oct. 3. ‎Mert Alas & Marcus Piggot ‎ ‎The pop icon announced on Instagram at 7 p.m. ET that her 12th studio LP is set for release on October 3. The album includes a collaboration with Sabrina Carpenter, who previously opened for Swift’s Eras Tour, on the title track. Max Martin and Shellback, the producers behind many of Swift’s iconic hits from 1989 and Reputation, are the sole producers credited. ‎ ‎taylorswift/Instagram  ‎ ‎Swift revealed the album cover, featuring a sparkling image of herself in glittery netting, gazing directly at the camera. She also shared the complete track list, which opens with “The Fate of Ophelia” and...

‎Taylor Swift has officially unveiled her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, giving fans a full look at what’s coming this fall. Taylor Swift’s 12th album The Life of a Showgirl drops Oct. 3. ‎taylorswift/Instagram ‎ ‎Here’s what you need to know: ‎ ‎1. Release Date Announced ‎ ‎The album will hit October 3, 2025, giving fans an exciting autumn release to anticipate. ‎ ‎2. Star-Studded Collaboration ‎ ‎The title track features Sabrina Carpenter, who opened for Swift’s Eras Tour, adding an extra layer of pop star synergy. ‎taylorswift/Instagram ‎ ‎3. Production by Hitmakers ‎ ‎Max Martin and Shellback, the duo behind many of Swift’s 1989 and Reputation hits, produced the entire album. ‎ ‎4. Sparkling Album Cover ‎ ‎Swift revealed a glittering portrait of herself in sparkling netting, locking eyes with the camera—a visual nod to the showbiz theme. ‎taylorswift/Instagram   ‎ ‎5. Full Track List ‎ ‎The LP opens with “The Fate of Ophelia” and ...

‎BLACKPINK’s LISA delivers a deeply emotional performance as a grieving widow in the five-minute music video for “Dream,” a single from her Alter Ego debut solo album. Written and directed by OJun Kwon, the cinematic piece features Japanese actor and model Kentaro Sakaguchi, known for Color Me True and The Final Piece, as LISA’s lost love. ‎ ‎LISA - DREAM feat. Kentaro Sakaguchi. ‎Courtesy Photo ‎ ‎The video opens with LISA in black funeral attire, seated in a pew, her voice trembling over eerie synths as she reflects on an unresolved night in Tokyo. She approaches the casket, placing a white flower on her partner’s body, before catching sight of him entering the room in a surreal vision. Her lyrics promise a place where they can be together, even if only in dreams. ‎ ‎Scenes shift to a countryside drive where Sakaguchi’s warm smile brings LISA quiet joy as she touches a wedding band hanging from her neck. Their journey continues with a late-night gas station stop, leading ...

‎Drake’s legal team is pressing Universal Music Group (UMG) to hand over what they describe as crucial evidence in the ongoing lawsuit over the promotion of Kendrick Lamar’s chart-topping diss track Not Like Us. The requested materials include Lamar’s record deal with Interscope Records and emails from UMG CEO Lucian Grainge concerning the song. ‎ ‎ Drake’s lawyers push for Kendrick Lamar’s Interscope contract and UMG CEO Lucian Grainge’s emails in the escalating ‘Not Like Us’ legal battle. ‎Joseph Okpako/WireImage ‎ ‎The lawsuit, filed by Drake — whose full name is Aubrey Drake Graham — accuses UMG of orchestrating efforts to amplify the success of Not Like Us, released in 2024 under Interscope Records, a UMG subsidiary. The track, which labels Drake a “certified pedophile,” emerged from Lamar’s high-profile feud with the Canadian artist. Republic Records, Drake’s own label, also operates under UMG. ‎ ‎During the discovery stage of the case, each side must exchange relevan...

‎Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce is offering a rare look inside his relationship with Taylor Swift, describing their romance as one that developed naturally despite intense public attention. ‎ ‎ Travis Kelce opens up about his natural connection with Taylor Swift, sharing how shared values sparked a romance that quickly took off. ‎Patrick Smith/Getty Images ‎ ‎In a candid GQ cover story published Tuesday (Aug. 12), the NFL tight end reflected on how the pair formed a genuine bond amid constant media coverage since they began dating in 2023. “Whenever I’m with her, it feels like we’re just regular people,” Kelce said. “When there is not a camera on us, we’re just two people that are in love. It can be perceived as something else because of how much it is talked about and how much we are tracked whenever we do go out. [But] it happened very organically, even though from a media standpoint, it was being tracked.” ‎ ‎Explaining what “organically” means in their case, Kelce...

‎Latto recently shared her perspective on relationships, self-growth, and artistry following the launch of a playful D’USSÉ campaign that stirred conversation around her personal life. Appearing in a light-hearted short film, she took the opportunity to address long-standing curiosity about her romantic partner in a creative way—revealing her “mystery man” to be none other than the D’USSÉ VSOP Magnum Edition bottle. ‎ Latto opens up about dating in 2025, loyalty, confidence, and how personal growth led to her match—plus what fans can expect from her new music era. ‎Courtesy of D’ussé ‎ ‎Speaking with Billboard on a summer Friday, Latto brought a mix of authenticity and self-assurance to the conversation. Having just released her first solo single of 2025, titled “Somebody,” and with a new project in motion, she embraced the moment as a winning season worth celebrating. ‎ ‎The D’USSÉ ad plays on years of speculation about her love life. In a dimly lit booth, Latto confidentl...