Diddy is reportedly releasing a docu-series. Zeus Network released a trailer for an upcoming documentary set to air in 2026. View this post on Instagram

A Washington, D.C., landlord filed a $2.8 million lawsuit against supermodel-turned-entrepreneur Tyra Banks and her business partners Friday, alleging they abandoned plans for a flagship ice cream shop after signing a long-term lease.  The civil complaint, filed in U.S. District Court, claims Banks, her ice cream venture Smize & Dream and partner Louis Martin entered a 10-year commercial lease for retail space in the city’s Eastern Market neighborhood in April 2024.  Instead of opening the Washington location, the lawsuit says Banks and her team dropped the project that summer and shifted attention to a Sydney, Australia, shop. Lease Dispute Over Abandoned Storefront Landlord Christopher Powell asserts in the complaint that he signed the lease expecting long-term tenancy and investment in his property. He says he spent months coordinating with the team about build-out plans.  “Although Mr. Powell made repeated good-faith efforts to resolve this matter amicably, he is now left with deep financial loss,” the lawsuit states. Powell is seeking at least $2,831,331, plus interest, legal fees and other costs allowed under the lease. According to the complaint, Banks and Martin vacated the space in June 2024, stopped paying rent and declined further communication about their obligations. Weeks later, the lawsuit says, a Smize & Dream pop-up appeared nearby while the original lease was still in effect. Banks and her legal team have called the lawsuit meritless. In court filings, they argue the lease was signed by School of SMiZE LLC, not the individuals, and contend the plaintiff’s claims are an “opportunistic ploy by Plaintiff to extort money from Defendants.”  The motion to dismiss also states the defendants raised unresolved property deficiencies as a reason for withdrawing from the lease, claims Powell’s complaint calls false. Plans That Never Materialized Banks launched Smize & Dream in recent years, blending premium ice cream with a mission to empower underserved youth through entrepreneurship.  The Washington location was to serve as a flagship and community incubator, but legal records show it never opened. Instead, the company’s first proper shop now operates in Sydney, where Smize & Dream’s “hot ice cream” concept has attracted attention.

Blueface has once again found himself on the wrong side of the legal system. The rapper now owes over $130,000 to a woman, whom he claimed he had fathered the child with. However, according to My News LA, court documents state that the child’s father is, in fact, Soulja Boy. The woman, Jackilyn Martinez, filed a “writ of execution.” Per the Legal Information Institute, it’s a “court order that directs law enforcement personnel to seize non-exempt property owned by the defendant and sell it at public auction.” According to the outlet, the initial default judgment has increased to $131,655 due to interest. The judge, Peter Hernandez, had already ordered that all “royalties collected by BMI and the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers” will be given to Martinez on the rapper’s behalf to satisfy the money owed to her. The case was brought on after Blueface made several posts suggesting that her 2-year-old child with Soulja Boy was actually his. However, the two, who had dated in the past, hadn’t been romantically linked since 2018. For the initial judgment, Martinez had been awarded with $123,245, which includes $100,00 for her pain and suffering. NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 14: Blueface attends Daniels Leather Fashion Show at Blue Moon on September 14, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage) Blueface Reportedly Set To Return To Celebrity Boxing In 2026 In other news, Blueface is expected to return to celebrity boxing after serving a two-year sentence, according to a new report by AllHipHop. The Los Angeles rapper is set to compete in a sanctioned bout slated for spring 2026. The fight is already funded, meaning this matchup has moved past talk and into motion. The opponent has not yet been revealed, though the bout will feature another celebrity fighter. Ticket sales are expected to launch well ahead of the event. With deposits secured, promotion and logistics are already underway, signaling a full-scale rollout rather than a last-minute exhibition. Blueface has quietly carved out a space in the growing world of celebrity boxing. He has appeared in multiple sanctioned fights and taken training seriously. This is not a publicity stunt. Each appearance shows preparation, conditioning, and a willingness to absorb punishment. He is not chasing elite professional boxers. Instead, Blueface understands his lane. He competes against opponents within his weight, experience, and profile.

TMZ caught up with Amber Rose to discuss her thoughts on Nicki Minaj’s controversial appearance at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest. According to Rose, the rapper’s pivot into conservatism shouldn’t be an issue for anyone. In her opinion, in fact, Minaj has the “right” to do so. “We live in a free country. She has the right to her own political opinion, just like everyone else does,” Rose tells TMZ. She also believes that Minaj said absolutely “nothing wrong” regarding her comments on the queer community. “Why does anybody think that anybody over there [in the Trump administration] is homophobic? I’m not homophobic. My assistant has been with me for eleven years, he’s black and gay,” she says. Last week, Minaj sent social media into a tailspin after stopping by Turning Point’s AmericaFest. Throughout her conversation with Erica Kirk—the wife of late right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk—Nicki Minaj discussed her ongoing beef with California Gov. Gavin Newsom. Nicki Minaj Talks Gavin Newsom, Trump At Turning Point Event The rapper also shared her thoughts on Donald Trump’s administration. Minaj specifically commented on Newsom’s support for gender affirming care for transgender youth. Not long ago, during an appearance on The Ezra Klein Show, Newsom said, “I want to see trans kids…I have a trans godson. There’s no governor who has signed more pro-trans legislation than I have. No one has been a stronger advocate for the LGBTQ community.” During the event, Minaj decided to re-read one of her X posts where she criticized Newsom. “Imagine being the guy running on wanting to see trans kids, haha, not even a trans adult would run on that,” she read. “Normal adults wake up and think they want to see healthy, safe, happy kids — not Gav.” The Pink Friday rapper then made a call to action about “boys being boys.” She added, “There is nothing wrong with being a boy. How about that? How powerful is that? How profound is that? Boys will be boys, and there is nothing wrong with that.”

Diddy, despite serving out a 50-month sentence at Fort Dix, received the best Christmas gift of all: a visit from his son Justin Combs. The Bad Boy CEO is currently serving time for violating two counts of the Mann Act. TMZ spoke with a rep from Diddy’s team, Juda Engelmayer. According to them, the pair simply spent the time catching up. They also allegedly discussed how to “manage life in this time, to pray, appreciate loved ones, and reflect on the past.” Engelmayer also told the outlet that following the visit, Diddy “continued his introspection” with a few fellow inmates during a private mass. Justin Combs is the second-eldest child of the now-disgraced mogul. He shares Justin with his ex-partner, Misa Hylton. NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 03: Justin Combs, son of Sean “Diddy” Combs, arrives for his father’s sentencing at Manhattan Federal Court on October 03, 2025, in New York City. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images) Justin Combs Allegedly ‘Banned’ From Renting Homes In LA It seems Justin Combs has been battling his own issues as of late. Back in November 2024, Page Six reported that he’s allegedly banned from renting in Los Angeles. A source told the outlet that the 30-year-old had a reputation for partying. He would often “wreck” the houses he rented. “The company that I work with rented houses to Justin. He would say, ‘I’m having 20 people over.’ But there would be 200, and then they would wreck the house,” a Southern California mansion broker told Page Six. “It’s gotten to the point where nobody will rent to him. He called me to rent, and I said no,” he added. However, the source didn’t provide Page Six with exact details about how Combs mistreated properties. The outlet contacted Combs’ attorney, Jeffrey Lichtman, who completely denied any wrongdoing on his part. “Justin has not been charged with a crime or sued civilly regarding any of these accusations for a reason – he did nothing wrong,” the attorney said.

It seems that love is in the air for NLE Choppa. On Friday (Dec.26), the rapper officially announced his wedding engagement to his girlfriend, Instagram model and singer Erica Ravén. The rapper decided to share the milestone with fans via his Instagram page. “Now That’s Gangsta ,” he writes in the post’s caption. The lengthy collage post almost gives a walk-through process of the proposal— from snapping a few pictures together and showing off the ring to the moment NLE Choppa gets down on bended knee and pops the question, not a moment was wasted. Rumors swirled about the couple getting together only a few months prior. Back in October, a photo circulated of the two kissing one another, which only fueled further speculation. Not long ago, Choppa reposted an Instagram Story, initially shared by Ravén, of them locking lips once again, though neither party addressed their situation publicly until now. View this post on Instagram NLE Choppa Reveals What Inspired His Diss Record Towards NBA YoungBoy NLE Choppa is opening up about what pushed him to record his latest diss track, “KO,” aimed at rapper NBA YoungBoy. In a recent interview, the Memphis rapper described a disturbing dream that he says felt more like a divine warning than random imagery. “It was me holding a young boy’s head in my hand,” Choppa explained. “I was bringing the head to my father in the dream — my dad. The flesh was hanging off the skull, mosquitoes and gnats were biting at it.” Rather than dismiss the vision, Choppa said he prayed for understanding. The next morning, he felt compelled to act. That moment of clarity, he claims, sparked the creation of “KO,” which dropped on October 30, 2025.The record takes direct aim at YoungBoy’s influence on the youth, with Choppa accusing the Baton Rouge star of spreading negativity instead of empowerment.

Yandy Smith-Harris has seemingly sent shots at her estranged husband, Mendeecees, who announced their split a few weeks back. On Friday (Dec.26), Smith-Harris hopped on her Instagram Story, sharing two posts that seemingly offered a peek into the Love & Hip Hop alum’s state of mind. One post read, “Now I finally understand the difference between people who love me, people who love to be around me, and people who love what I can do for them.” The second post reads, “‘You’re quieter now,’ I heard my business from people that I didn’t tell.” Awhile back, during an episode of Yung Joc And The Streetz Morning Takeover, Mendeecees addressed the couple’s estranged relationship. Rumors of infidelity on both their behalfs have often been discussed online and even on the popular reality series. He was specifically romantically linked to singer Tamar Braxton. Rumors have suggested they’ve been separated for some time and were, in fact, getting a divorce. However, according to Mendeecees, that’s not the case. “We not together. We was never legally married, so [we’re not getting divorce],” he said. instagram.com/yandysmith instagram.com/yandysmith “I didn’t do it for TV. It was Yandy’s idea,” Mendeecees Says According to Mendeecees, the elaborate wedding filmed on Love & Hip Hop was solely for show. “In the beginning, I was going through legal battles with courts and fines, and she said, ‘Let’s not sign the papers.’ I was like, all right, cool. Then it kind of just stayed that way.” He continued: “Then we got married again, and we still didn’t sign. If I look back now and see what people go through with divorce, assets, all that, we don’t got to go through none of that. You know what I’m saying? It kind of worked out.” Despite being together for over two decades, the pair just can’t seem to “get on the same page,” he says. According to him, they’ve been split up for over a year. Still, Mendeecees looks back fondly on their relationship, saying, “After 20 years, that person helped change who you are. I matured in so many ways being with Yandy. I wouldn’t be the man I am today if it wasn’t for her.” He added, “She made me look at family different. She made me look at life different. If you saw how closed off I was before, I wouldn’t even be sitting here having this conversation.”

Tyler Perry has been hit with another lawsuit from a second accuser, TMZ reports. According to the outlet, Boo! A Madea Halloween actor, Mario Rodriguez, accused Perry of making unwanted sexual advances, including groping, multiple times. On Thursday (Dec.26), Rodriguez filed the suit in a California courtroom listing Perry and Lionsgate Films as the defendants. The model and actor claims he met the director back in 2015, after a gym trainer approached him and offered to connect him with the director. Later that same day, Rodriguez says he and Perry discussed a script he was working on (which ultimately became Boo! A Madea Halloween), as well as a possible role for him. Despite noting he didn’t have acting experience, he says Perry told him, “You know, Mario, I’m not a bad person to know and have in your corner.” In one interaction, Rodriguez claimed that after being invited into Perry’s home, they were drinking and headed down to his home theater. While there, the actor claims Perry “rubbed his shoulders and chest while moaning sexually.” ATLANTA, GEORGIA – NOVEMBER 02: Tyler Perry speaks onstage during the Tyler Perry’s Finding Joy Atlanta screening at Regal Atlantic Station on November 02, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for Amazon) lawsuit claims Perry made several unwanted advances toward actor Not long after, Rodriguez left. On the other hand, in the lawsuit, he claims Perry was never inappropriate during production. However, once filming wrapped, he says, despite Perry initially inviting him over to discuss future roles, things took a turn, and he asked several sexually charged questions. In another startling allegation, the actor claims Perry, once again, invited him over to discuss career opportunities. Shortly after his arrival, Rodriguez claims that Perry offered him fellatio before trying to reach into his underwear and grab his penis. Following the incident, he claims Perry offered him $5,000 and an apology. There was another occasion where Rodriguez says Perry grabbed his hand and forced him to touch his penis. As he got up to leave, Perry offered him another $5,000. The model and actor are suing for “sexual assault, sexual battery, and emotional distress,” and seeks punitive damages of at least $77,000,000. Perry’s attorney, Alex Shapiro, told TMZ that Rodriguez’s account was nothing more than a “money grab.” He added, “Having recently failed in another matter against Mr. Perry, the very same lawyer has now made yet another demand from more than a decade ago, which will also be a failed money grab.”

Nicki Minaj is planning to keep a low profile in 2026. Following her surprise appearance at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest, Minaj has deactivated her Instagram account. Walking out with Erika Kirk, the widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Minaj lauded President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance as “role models” for young men. ​“This administration is full of people with heart and soul, and they make me proud of them. Our vice president makes me … well, I love both of them,” Minaj said. “Both of them have a very uncanny ability to be someone that you relate to.” “I have the utmost respect and admiration for our president. I don’t know if he even knows this, but he’s given so many people hope,” Minaj continued. Minaj said she decided to follow Trump because she “got tired of being pushed around.” “I have something inside of me that’s stronger than what’s out there. So when you’ve had enough, you realize, ‘Wait a minute, why do I even care about these people and what they think? Who are they?’ They don’t even know who they are,” Minaj continued.  “So I’m not going to back down anymore. I’m not going to back down ever again.” Minaj also mocked California Gov. Gavin Newsom, calling him “New-scum”, a nickname Trump gave the California governor. But it wasn’t long before Minaj made a major gaffe, calling Vance an “assassin.” “You have amazing role models like the assassin, JD Vance, our vice president,” Minaj said before realizing her choice of words. Charlie Kirk was fatally shot during a Turning Point USA event on the campus of Utah Valley University in September. She covered her mouth with her palm, showing her embarrassment. “If the internet wants to clip it, who cares? I love this woman,” said Erika Kirk, coming to Minaj’s defense. “Trust me, there’s nothing new under the sun that I have not heard, so you’re fine… I love you. You have to laugh about it truly,” Kirk told Minaj. “You say what you want to say, because I know your heart and I will not judge that.”

Tyrese Gibson prepares for 2026 with a message rooted in faith, reflection, and spiritual intention. On December 24, the R&B singer and actor shared a lengthy post on X, formerly Twitter, that read more like a prayer than a typical social media update. The message arrived just days after his emotional, widely circulated interview with famed pastor T.D. Jakes, offering deeper insight into where Gibson says his heart and spirit are headed. “Dear Heavenly Father, as I stand at the doorway of 2026, I come before You in the name of Jesus Christ,” Gibson wrote, immediately framing the upcoming year as a moment of transition. Dear Heavenly Father, as I stand at the doorway of 2026, I come before You in the name of Jesus Christ. Before this new year fully unfolds, I place my life, my family, my work, and my future into Your hands. Go before me, and destroy every plan of darkness set against my life.… — Tyrese Gibson (@Tyrese) December 25, 2025 By placing himself at the “doorway” of 2026, he positioned the future as a reset rather than a continuation of past struggles. He went on to offer “my life, my family, my work, and my future” to God, signaling a desire for wholeness and alignment after years marked by public scrutiny and personal challenges. Throughout the post, Gibson leaned into language of spiritual protection and release. He asked God to “destroy every plan of darkness set against my life” and declared that “every curse that tried to follow me from previous years is stopped here.” He continued, “Every negative word, every repeated pattern, every hidden plan meant to delay my progress or steal my peace is cancelled now,” framing past pain as something he refuses to carry forward. Tyrese Gibson Delivers A Prayer For His Enemies Before 2026 One of the most striking lines, “What was sent to weaken me will not enter 2026 with me,” reads as a clear boundary. The sentiment echoes themes Gibson discussed with Jakes, including endurance, faith, and surviving judgment without losing oneself. Rather than naming specific people or moments, he used spiritual language to address what he later described as “the enemy.” Gibson’s declarations for the year ahead carried that same clarity. “I declare that 2026 will not be marked by struggle, but by direction; not by heaviness, but by freedom; not by curses, but by the blessing of God,” he wrote, emphasizing intention over reaction. He closed with an invitation: “Type ‘God is great’ to disappoint the enemy!” The call transformed the prayer into a shared moment, inviting followers into collective affirmation. Gibson’s post reflected renewal, not retaliation. It was a statement of faith, peace, and resolve, offering a reminder that healing can be both personal and communal.