Trent Fitzgerald
Nicki Minaj Accused of Skipping Out on Club Appearance After Being Paid $30,000
Uh-oh! It looks like Nicki Minaj could be facing legal trouble soon. Owners of a Dallas nightclub are angry with the ‘Starships’ rapper for bailing out on a club appearance Sunday night (July 29). According to news affiliate KDAF-TV, Minaj was paid $30,000 for an appearance at Zouk nightclub, but at the last minute nixed the idea.
Nas Debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 With 10th Album ‘Life Is Good’
Life is really good for Nas. The veteran rhyme-slinger notched his sixth No. 1 album with ‘Life Is Good.’ The collection premiered atop the Billboard 200 chart with 149,000 copies sold in its first week of release, according to Billboard.
Chris Brown Chimes in on the Jackson Family Feud on Twitter
The Jackson Family feud has become a PR nightmare for Michael Jackson‘s siblings and a heartbreaking story for their fans. Amid television reports of an alleged fight at Katherine’s house and other tawdry gossip, no one seems to know what the heck is going on with the R&B family.
Rihanna Breaks Her Toe, Posts Injury on Twitter
Ouch! Rihanna lost her footing and broke a toe while vacationing in France -- check out a pic of the injury she posted on Twitter.
Rick Ross Tour Bus Burglarized
Rick Ross‘ tour bus was vandalized by a burglar (or burglars) this past Saturday (July 21) in Detroit. The thief (or thieves) stole thousands of dollars worth of jewelry, clothes and other personal items, and afterward, trashed the vehicle.
50 Cent Secures License to Promote Boxing
50 Cent can add a new occupation to his expansive resume — boxing promoter. The hip-hop toughie is now a licensed boxing promoter in New York, according to Sports Illustrated. Fiddy is no stranger to the boxing ring since his best friend is boxing champion Floyd Mayweather, Jr.
Tyga Announces Closer to My Dreams Tour; Girlfriend Black Chyna Expecting
Tyga is set to hit the road this fall on his Closer to My Dreams tour. The Young Money rapper is embarking on his 15-city trek in support of what could be an impending new release — a newborn baby! That’s right folks, it looks like Tyga is going to be daddy.
Katherine Jackson Reportedly Safe After Being Declared Missing
After Michael Jackson‘s mother, Katherine, was reported missing Saturday night (July 21), authorities in Los Angeles believe that she is safe and with family members in Arizona.
Kris Humphries Sends a ‘Cold’ Tweet to Kanye West After Signing $24 Million Nets Deal
There’s an old saying, “He who laughs last, laughs the hardest.” For NBA player Kris Humphries, he’s laughing all the way to the bank. The power forward re-signed with the Brooklyn Nets in a two-year, $24 million deal. It looks like Jay-Z didn’t drop him from the team after all.
Meek Mill Drops ‘Amen’ Video Feat. Drake
Maybach Music Group rapper Meek Mill has released his new video for his controversial single ‘Amen’ on Sunday (July 15), a day of worship for most religious people. The clip, directed by Dre Films, features fellow rhyme-slinger Drake and the backdrop of Mill’s beloved hometown of Philadelphia.
Flo Rida Dedicates New Song to Rihanna
R&B singers Drake and Chris Brown are not the only ones who admire Rihanna. Rapper Flo Rida is also infatuated with the Barbadian singer and has recorded a tune dedicated to her called . . . ‘Rihanna (That’s My Attitude).’
Kanye West Brings G.O.O.D. Music to the Revel Hotel in Atlantic City
Following in the footsteps of his good friend Beyonce, rapper-producer Kanye West gave an exhilarating performance at the Revel Hotel in Atlantic City, N.J., Friday night (July 6). The show was the first of his sold-out, two-night concert series at the luxury resort.