Suge Knight’s Shocking Claim About Diddy, Internet’s Theory on Oprah’s Hospitalization, N-Word-Dropping Karen Dragged, Black Folk Ignore Stephen A. Smith After Criticizing Will Smith and Other Entertainment News

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Suge Knight’s Shocking Claim About Diddy Might Explain A Lot

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Even from prison, Suge Knight is making his voice loud and clear about his biggest rival in the music industry, Sean “Diddy” Combs.

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Beyoncé’ Youngest Goes Viral for Hilarious Stage Antics

During the latest episode of his podcast, “Collect Call with Suge Knight,” the former Death Row Records boss gave his insight on Diddy, claiming that the controversial hip-hop mogul has been an FBI informant for a long time now and it’s something that people in the industry have known for a while. – Noah A. McGee Read More

Welp! Here’s What Happened to the Karen Who Casually Used N-Word in Viral TikTok Video

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The unmitigated gall of some white people. Despite the number of times we tell them not to use the N-word casually, too many of them still do.

Just look at Lilly Gaddis. During a seemingly innocent TikTok video where she is seen cooking a meal, she says, “Everybody I know who is married right now, they are married to broke a** n***s.” – Noah A. McGee Read More

Kim Porter’s Father Reveals Details About Diddy’s Relationship With His Late Daughter

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The shocking allegations against Sean “Diddy” Combs and the devastating footage of him physically assaulting ex-girlfriend Cassie has led to a lot of questions about the real man behind the public persona. It’s understandable that those who know him away from the spotlight are now reevaluating their interactions with him. One of those people is Jake Porter, father to Kim Porter, the late mother of four of Combs’ children. – Stephanie Holland Read More

Social Media Believes This is the Real Reason Behind Oprah Winfrey’s Hospitalization

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The streets are talking — and they have some thoughts about Oprah Winfrey’s recent hospitalization. After missing a scheduled “CBS Morning” appearance, Winfrey was hospitalized with a ‘stomach bug,’ according to longtime friend Gayle King. – Alyse Martin Read More

Why Black Folks Are Ignoring Tone-Deaf Stephen A. Smith’s Criticism Of Will Smith’s Return

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As fans rushed to theaters this past weekend to catch “Bad Boys: Ride or Die,” many were excited to see Will Smith’s first return to the big screen following the Oscars slap heard ‘round the world. Apparently, Stephen A. Smith wasn’t among them. – Phenix S. Halley Read More

BET Awards Red Carpet Trainwrecks Over The Years

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The 24th BET Awards are taking place on June 30 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Taraji P. Henson will be hosting the ceremony for a third time and the night is sure to provide some unforgettable moments. Before the awards, we take a look back at the biggest red carpet trainwrecks from over the years. – Candace McDuffie Read More

Now That Diddy is Out at Revolt, Here Are The Surprising New Black Owners

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Recently Revolt revealed new leadership since Sean “Diddy” Combs—who founded the media and television company—stepped down and sold his majority stake. Try guessing who will take over. – Candace McDuffie Read More

How White Media Outlets Threw Shade at Will Smith Ahead of His Successful ‘Bad Boys 4′ Opening Weekend

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Bad Boys: Ride or Die” might be the savior of the summer box office. The Will Smith and Martin Lawrence-starring film came in at number one this weekend, surpassing expectations and reviving the startlingly sleepy start to the summer movie season with a global $104.6 million opening weekend, per Entertainment Weekly. – Jared Alexander Read More

‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ Stars Will Smith and Martin Lawrence Dish on What It Takes to be True Bad Boys

The two stars are back at it again for the latest installment of the beloved film franchise.

Corrine Foxx on Season 7 of ‘Beat Shazam’ & Working with Her Dad

Corrine Foxx talks ‘Beat Shazam’ Season 7 and career advice her dad gave her. She also reveals her favorite music category on the show.

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