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Oscars 2024: 5 Snubs from This Year’s Nominees As the dust settles on the 2024 nominations for the Oscars, the industry is buzzing with excitement and debate. While certain films and talents celebrate their well-deserved nods, others are left to contemplate the notable exclusions and snubs. In a surprising turn of events, the 2024 Oscar […]

In a recent appearance on The Richard Sherman Podcast, Lil Wayne shared his perspective on the criticism Drake often faces, attributing it to colorism. Weezy F. Baby expressed that he believes the hate directed at Drake comes from the fact that he is light-skinned, per Vibe. “He red, he light-skinned,” Wayne said during the podcast. […]

In a recent episode of the popular online show Catfished, a woman named Jerleesa revealed that she believed she was in an online relationship with rapper Kevin Gates, only to find out it was a celebrity romance scam, XXL reports. According to Jerleesa, she had been corresponding with someone she believed to be Kevin Gates […]

Sofia Vergara is unapologetically embracing the role her appearance played in her career, asserting that her “giant boobs and body” were her passport to fame, per TMZ. The “Griselda” actress acknowledged that her physical attributes opened doors for her, especially when she started as a model at 20. However, she emphasized that, at 51, she […]

After a distinguished career as a supporting actor, Jeffrey Wright has received his first Oscar nomination for his lead role in “American Fiction.” The film, based on Percival Everett’s 2001 novel “Erasure,” also garnered nominations for best picture, adapted screenplay by writer-director Cord Jefferson, supporting actor Sterling K. Brown, and original score by Laura Karpman, […]

Big Sean and Bryson Tiller join forces on a new single titled “Get Dis Money,” featuring them rapping over the iconic J Dilla beat from Slum Village’s “Get Dis Money,” per HipHopDX. The track is part of Tiller’s Slum Tiller Vol. 3 EP, released as part of his “Tiller Tuesdays” series. In this collaboration, Bryson […]

Netflix has officially announced that the highly anticipated second season of the Korean drama series “Squid Game” is set to premiere in 2024, Deadline reports. The streaming giant confirmed the return of the show, which became a massive hit upon its debut in September 2021. The first season of “Squid Game” quickly gained global popularity […]

Oscars 2024: Margot Robbie’s Barbie Performance Was Snubbed, Highlighting Hollywood’s Ongoing Gender Disparity The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) recently unveiled the nominees for the 2024 Oscars, and while there were moments of celebration, a glaring omission echoed through Hollywood—the surprising snub of Margot Robbie for her stellar performance in “Barbie.” The […]

Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith expressed his desire to engage in a debate with former President Donald Trump during his recent appearance on The Howard Stern Show. Despite abandoning his aspirations of becoming the President of the United States, Smith stated that he would “eat [Trump] alive” in a presidential debate if given the opportunity, […]

Sharon Osbourne revealed a deeply personal and emotional struggle during her “Cut the Crap” show in London. The 71-year-old television personality and wife of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne shared that she contemplated suicide after discovering Ozzy’s four-year affair nearly a decade ago, PageSix reports. Sharon disclosed that the revelation of Ozzy’s affair, which lasted from […]

Jadakiss revealed an interesting encounter with former Death Row CEO Suge Knight during a recent episode of Wallo and Gillie’s A Million Dollaz Worth Of Game podcast, per The Source. The D-Block frontman explained that he and Suge shared mutual respect due to Knight’s previous relationship with Ruff Ryders co-founders Waah and Dee Dean. However, […]

Marvel has reason to celebrate as the 2024 Academy Awards nominations are announced, with two of its blockbuster films receiving nods, CBR reports. “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” secured a nomination for Best Animated Feature Film, following in the footsteps of its predecessor “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” which won the same category in 2019. The animated […]

In the ever-evolving landscape of hip-hop, feuds between artists are not uncommon, but few are as enduring and complex as the ongoing conflict between Kid Cudi and Lupe Fiasco. The latest chapter in this intriguing saga unfolded after an interview with Kid Cudi on Apple Music 1, where he recounted a past encounter with Lupe […]

Chris Tucker has responded to Katt Williams’s accusation of visiting Jeffrey Epstein’s island during a recent viral interview on Shannon Sharpe’s “Club Shay Shay,” HipHopLately reports. In the interview, Katt Williams suggested that Tucker had been to Epstein’s island, where the convicted sex offender ran a sex trafficking ring with Ghislaine Maxwell. During the interview, […]

Dragon Ball Super fans have long wondered why the God of Destruction, Beerus, has been training Goku and Vegeta, Screenrant reports. The mystery is finally unveiled in chapter #101 of the DBS manga, shedding light on Beerus’ motivation to help the Saiyan warriors become stronger. Beerus, introduced in Dragon Ball Super’s first arc, initially showcased […]

Drake is once again making headlines for his high-stakes bets on UFC fights, placing a jaw-dropping $700,000 wager on current middleweight champion Sean Strickland to win against Dricus du Plessis in the main event of UFC 297, HipHopDX reports. This comes less than six months after Drake’s $500,000 bet on Israel Adesanya to knock out […]

Grammy-winning artist Kendrick Lamar has teamed up with fashion powerhouse Chanel for a collaboration that includes a short film titled “The Button,” heralding Chanel’s Spring-Summer 2024 Haute Couture show. The three-minute, black-and-white film, directed by Dave Free, co-founder of Lamar’s “service company” pgLang, stars actresses Margaret Qualley and Anna Mouglalis, along with supermodel Naomi Campbell, […]

In a surprising turn of events, Kid Cudi has extended an apology to Lupe Fiasco after their recent public spat on social media, revealing a past encounter during an interview with Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1, per HotNewHipHop. Cudi recounted working at BAPE in New York City and avoiding Lupe Fiasco when he visited […]

In a social media feud, Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, known as Tems, and American record producer ATL Jacob are embroiled in a dispute over the clearance of a sample on Future’s ‘Wait For U,’ featuring Tems and Drake. The conflict started when ATL Jacob claimed on a recent podcast that Tems was initially unwilling […]

Patrick Mahomes Sr., father of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes Jr., is singing praises for global pop sensation Taylor Swift. In an interview with Kansas City outlet Starcade Media, Mahomes Sr. commended Swift for her down-to-earth demeanor despite her immense stardom. He shared his positive experiences, highlighting Swift’s genuine nature and recounting instances where […]

Jeannie Mai, the renowned talk show host, has filed a request with the Fulton County Superior Court, urging the judge not to enforce the prenuptial agreement with her estranged husband, Jeezy. In court documents obtained by Page Six, Mai argues that she did not have sufficient time to thoroughly review the prenup before signing it. […]

Chrissy Teigen made a candid and somewhat embarrassing revelation about her 5-year-old son, Miles, during a recent appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” according to PageSix. The celebrity mom confessed that Miles has “never” eaten a vegetable, providing a humorous insight into his dietary preferences. Appearing on the show to promote her upcoming Freeform series, “Chrissy […]

Malia Obama, the eldest daughter of former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, dazzled during her first red carpet appearance at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah on January 17, via yahoo.com. The 25-year-old, dressed in a long grey coat, a blue-striped button-down, and black leggings, celebrated the premiere of her directorial debut, “The Heart,” […]

Dakota Johnson, known for her diverse roles in films ranging from Fifty Shades to indie gems like Suspiria, is gearing up to enter the Marvel universe as a clairvoyant heroine in Madame Web, set to release on Feb. 14. In an exclusive interview with Entertainment Weekly, Johnson shared insights into her experience filming the superhero […]

Sofia Vergara, best known for her role as Gloria on the iconic sitcom Modern Family, recently addressed the possibility of a reboot during an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, CBR reports. The actress shared insights into the cast’s recent reunion, which took place three years after the show concluded in 2020. Sofia […]

Drake has escalated his ongoing feud with Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, after learning of allegations surrounding Bey’s alleged drug-fueled marriage in 2005. The Toronto rapper commented under an Instagram poll regarding the feud, specifically addressing claims made by artist and podcaster Friday Ricky Dred, per complex. During an episode of the We […]

Sofia Vergara, renowned for her role in “Modern Family,” is facing legal action from the family of Griselda Blanco, the infamous Colombian drug lord, over an upcoming Netflix miniseries titled “Griselda.” The legal dispute arises from the family’s claim of unauthorized use of their image and likeness in the production, according to TMZ. Sofia Vergara […]

Eiza González, known for her role in ‘Kong: Skull Island,’ is set to join John Krasinski and Natalie Portman in Apple’s upcoming film ‘Fountain of Youth.’ Directed by Guy Ritchie and produced by Skydance Media, Vinson Films, and Project X Entertainment, the film is based on an original idea and written by James Vanderbilt, Deadline […]

The highly anticipated live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” is set to bring a new and tragic element to the storyline that was absent in the original animated series, Screentrant reports. Showrunner Albert Kim recently shared details about a scene that will depict the Fire Nation attacking the Southern Air Temple, a significant event […]

In a recent episode of the sports show “It Is What It Is,” rapper Mase expressed his disappointment with former NBA star Dwyane Wade’s fashion choices, particularly his painted fingernails, HipHopDX reports. The Harlem rapper likened seeing Wade with colorful nails at his Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony to witnessing “Jordan in lingerie,” describing […]

Dave Bautista is a man of many talents. He is a former professional wrestler, a mixed martial artist, a bodybuilder, and an actor. He has starred in some of the most popular and critically acclaimed movies of the past decade, especially in the superhero genre. Today, on his 55th birthday, we celebrate his career and […]

Doja Cat‘s mother, Deborah Elizabeth Sawyer, has filed for a temporary restraining order against the rapper’s 30-year-old brother, Raman Dalithando Dlamini, alleging physical and verbal abuse, per HipHopDX. In the legal documents obtained by TMZ Hip Hop, Doja’s mother claims that Doja herself has had her teeth knocked out by Raman and has been subjected […]

Arnold Schwarzenegger, the iconic actor and former governor of California, found himself facing an unexpected challenge at Munich International Airport when customs officers detained him for failing to declare a luxury watch, CNN reports. The routine inspection revealed that Schwarzenegger had imported the watch from a non-EU country without declaring it, leading to his temporary […]

Kai Cenat, an aspiring actor, received a response from 50 Cent after expressing his desire to appear on the long-running series “Power,” Hotnewhiphop reports. The interaction began when Cenat met 50 at an NBA game, and later regretted not asking for a role on the show during their encounter. Cenat took to social media to […]

Kanye West is reportedly taking steps to address the controversy surrounding his past antisemitic remarks by releasing a 40-minute apology video, HipHopDX reports. The video, shot several weeks ago, features West speaking directly to the camera, although TMZ describes it as “rambling” and occasionally difficult to comprehend. The footage is planned for release ahead of […]

Vince Staples will make his mark on the small screen with his upcoming Netflix comedy series, “The Vince Staples Show,” with the first trailer releasing, offering a glimpse into the scripted comedy’s tone. The five-episode series will premiere on February 15. Co-created with Ian Edelman and Maurice Williams, the show is loosely inspired by Staples’ […]

Kanye West seems to have found inspiration in his wife, Bianca Censori, as he filed nine trademark applications for a phrase he shared on Instagram to celebrate her birthday, NME reports. The caption, “I miss you when I wake up before you,” accompanied a photo of Censori. According to reports, Kanye West filed the trademark […]

Prepare for a twisted take on the classic Pinocchio story with the upcoming horror movie, “Pinocchio: Unstrung.” From the creators of “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey” and the in-development sequel, as well as the upcoming “Bambi: The Reckoning” and “Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare,” Jagged Edge Productions is expanding its twisted public domain horror universe, […]

Nicole Kidman, the accomplished actress known for her roles in films like Moulin Rouge and The Others, recently shared a revelation about her early days in the entertainment industry, per NME. In a recent episode of the “Radio Times Podcast,” Kidman disclosed that during her teen years in Australia, she was told that her height […]