Teyana Taylor was having a completely normal day doing her skincare routine when everything changed. The singer and actress revealed to PEOPLE at Elle’s Women in Hollywood event on November 17 that she learned about her Grammy nomination with a face mask drying on her skin. In the Instagram video she posted on November 11, she is shown frozen in place as she tries not to crack the mask. “I got a mask on so I can’t move my face,” she says after hearing that her 2025 album Escape Room is nominated for Best R and B Album. The category places her alongside GIVĒON, Coco Jones, Ledisi, and Leon Thomas. View this post on Instagram In the clip, Teyana eventually lets her excitement break through. She jumps up and down on the couch, FaceTimes her family, and joins them in prayer. “I was so excited but also so excited for the wonders that that face mask was doing, you know what I’m saying?” she joked. But once her grandmother began praying, Teyana says the emotion took over completely. “My Nana started praying, and literally I cried my whole mask off. It was so amazing, so beautiful, the best way to find out.” On Instagram, she opened up even more. Teyana reflected on how meaningful the timing felt. “Nearly twenty years ago on November 7th I signed my very first record deal,” she wrote. “And on November 7th, 2025 … God said ‘remember when I told you the weight slash wait wasn’t punishment? I told you it was preparation for what I already had written for you?? Baby girl, it’s your time.’” She described her twenty year journey as a mix of “highs, heartbreaks, reinvention, revelation, rooms I prayed to enter, rooms I had to walk away from, and rooms I had to build myself.” Receiving her first Grammy nomination after all that, she said, filled her with overwhelming gratitude. “To be seen this way.”

6ix9ine is asking a federal judge to postpone his upcoming sentencing after a violent home invasion left his family shaken and raised concerns about their safety. He faces up to nine months behind bars for violating the terms of his supervised release earlier this year, but the break-in has shifted his immediate focus toward protecting his mother. His attorney requested the delay from U.S. District Judge Paul A. Engelmayer so the rapper can arrange a secure relocation for her before returning to court. In a letter to the judge, attorney Lance Lazzaro described the November 16 incident, when four masked men forced their way into 6ix9ine’s home and threatened his mother at gunpoint. Lazzaro wrote that the rapper was in Miami at the time, appearing on an online livestream with influencer Jack Doherty, which may have signaled to the intruders that the property was unguarded. He emphasized the seriousness of the break-in and the urgent need to move 6ix9ine’s mother to a safer location. “My office has been in contact with AUSA Jonathan Rebold, and he consents to this request,” Lazzaro added, noting that prosecutors did not oppose the postponement. The judge has not yet ruled on the timing of the sentencing. 6ix9ine speaks on 4 armed masked men running into his crib and holding his mom at gunpoint while he was out doing a livestream pic.twitter.com/6xOBwSUKnt — DJ Akademiks (@Akademiks) November 17, 2025 He says intruders struck during his brief absence The rapper addressed the incident on social media the next day, pushing back against speculation surrounding what happened inside his home. “I wanna make this video to clear up all the fake news and rumors,” he said. “The world knows this, it’s a fact: I’m on house arrest; I’ve been on house arrest. I think everyone in America and everyone across the world knows that I’m on house arrest.” He said the intruders exploited his brief absence from the residence—an absence permitted so he could work. “Yesterday, they allowed me to leave for work. People saw that I was on livestream with Jack Doherty. They took that opportunity to fcking do some pssy sh*t.” He continued with visible anger: “My mom is 60 years old. Y’all know I’m supposed to come home. Y’all know I’m home all the time. I’m on house arrest. So, y’all take the opportunity that I’m not home…” For now, his sentencing remains scheduled for Thursday, November 20, leaving the court—and the public—waiting to see how the case unfolds in the wake of the break-in.

Former NBA player Patrick Beverley is facing serious legal challenges following his arrest in Texas on felony family assault charges last Friday. The allegations have drawn widespread attention given their severity. According to a probable cause affidavit obtained by media outlets, Beverley is accused of physically assaulting his sister during a family dispute. The affidavit describes a troubling sequence of events in which Beverley allegedly choked his sister, lifting her off the ground and squeezing her neck until she feared for her life. It also claims he slammed her against walls and struck her eye, intensifying the confrontation. He allegedly threatened her life during the incident. These allegations have left fans and observers alarmed, highlighting the gravity of the situation. Arrest and Legal Response After his arrest, Beverley was processed at the Fort Bend County Jail, with bail set at $40,000. His attorney, Letitia Quinones-Hollins, released a statement addressing the circumstances. She emphasized Beverley’s previously clean criminal record. The attorney framed the incident as rooted in concern for his younger sister, a minor. “The events leading to this arrest have been misrepresented,” Quinones-Hollins said. She expressed confidence that the facts will emerge clearly in court. Beverley, who most recently played for the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024, has had a notable NBA career. His career includes key stints with the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Clippers after being drafted in 2009. Known for his defensive intensity and leadership on the court, his professional accomplishments now stand in stark contrast to the legal challenges he faces.

Megan Thee Stallion entered a major new phase of her legal fight on Tuesday, November 18th, as a federal jury in Miami began hearing her defamation case against online commentator Milagro Cooper. What brought the two women to court is Megan’s claim that Cooper used her platform to attack her character, dismiss her testimony, and stir up hostility toward her after she identified Tory Lanez as the person who shot her in 2020. Lanez was later convicted of the crime, and Megan is now asking the court to hold Cooper responsible for what she describes as intentional and damaging conduct. Megan Thee Stallion walks into the Miami federal courthouse for the second day of trial in her defamation lawsuit against an online commentator. Defendant Milagro Cooper continues testifying this morning. I’m here at the courthouse. pic.twitter.com/oMXzFZyJK5 — Meghann Cuniff (@meghanncuniff) November 18, 2025 The lawsuit includes three central claims: defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and the promotion of an altered sexual depiction. This last count relies on Florida’s new 2024 law addressing the distribution of AI created sexual imagery. Megan says Cooper liked a deepfake video of her on X and then posted “Go to my likes,” which Megan’s team argues encouraged followers to watch and spread the altered clip. She says Cooper repeated similar instructions on Stationhead, signaling purposeful direction rather than casual online engagement. Before the trial began, attorneys questioned potential jurors about their knowledge of Lanez’s case, their views of Megan, and whether they knew anything about his conviction. After nine jurors were selected, they were told they would see deposition footage from Lanez and commentary from influencers such as Adin Ross and DJ Akademiks, both of whom have talked about the case online. Cooper became the first witness to testify. On the stand, she admitted she pointed her audience toward the explicit AI video, but argued that the clip was already circulating and that viewers were asking about it. She insisted she covered the story on her own terms, though she acknowledged that she hoped Lanez might eventually sit down with her for an exclusive interview. Judge Cecilia Altonaga decided earlier this year that Cooper’s attempt to dismiss the lawsuit did not meet legal standards, which cleared the way for this trial. Proceedings are expected to last through next Wednesday, and jurors may return after Thanksgiving if more time is required.

Kanye West is preparing for a major return to the stage with two consecutive performances at Mexico City’s Monumental Plaza de Toros on January 30 and 31, 2024. Tickets for the first night went on sale November 18 and were gone almost immediately, prompting the addition of a second show. Seats for the January 31 date are still available, drawing fans eager to see West in one of the city’s most storied venues. His Mexico appearances follow scheduled stops in Johannesburg and São Paulo, part of a wider slate of international performances. The Brazil date has already raised concerns among officials, who have warned that including his track “Heil Hitler” in the setlist could expose him to prosecution under local laws that prohibit pro-Nazi expression. The advisory has placed fresh attention on what West chooses to perform as he moves across global stages. Parallel to these upcoming shows, West has been engaging in a public effort to reckon with past statements and rebuild relationships. In a recent meeting with Rabbi Yoshiyahu Yosef Pinto, he addressed earlier antisemitic remarks and expressed regret for the harm they caused. “I feel really blessed to sit here and take accountability,” West said in a video of their discussion, noting that the challenges of bipolar disorder often distorted his sense of the consequences of his actions. West expanded on that idea with a metaphor that captured his shift in thinking. “If you left the house and your kid went and messed up the kitchen and messed up the garage and messed up the living room,” he said, “then when you get back, it’s your responsibility because that’s your job.” The moment marked one of his clearest attempts in recent years to confront the fallout of his behavior as he steps back into the international spotlight.

Over the past year, a quiet strain between Drake and Serena Williams has reentered the spotlight, revived by a series of subtle public moments. The speculation began after Williams joined Kendrick Lamar during the Super Bowl Halftime Show—an appearance that some observers read as a pointed gesture. Drake’s subsequent activity online, particularly a few well-timed social media interactions, suggested he may have taken notice. The latest spark came from an Instagram post in which Drake shared photos of himself and rapper Sexyy Red on a tennis court. He captioned it, “I said tennis lesson she said where’s the bracelet or the necklace.” When a commenter added, “Serena Williams upgrade,” Drake quietly liked the remark, injecting new life into the ongoing narrative. Williams later clarified her position, pushing back against the idea that she had taken aim at him. In an interview with Time, she expressed her longtime regard for the Toronto artist. “I would never do that. It’s unfortunate that anyone would think so. I’ve known him for many years and have never harbored negative sentiments toward him,” she said, distancing herself from the rumor mill. View this post on Instagram Drake Builds Toward the Release of Iceman While the conversation around their dynamic continues to unfold, Drake remains deep in the rollout for his upcoming album, Iceman. The project is already gathering momentum thanks to its opening trio of singles: “What Did I Miss?”, “Which One” featuring Central Cee, and “Dog House” with Yeat and Julia Wolf. To heighten anticipation, Drake has been hosting a series of interactive livestreams that bring fans directly into the creative hype cycle. He described the experience to Complex as both energizing and revealing. “The feedback from my fans has been incredible. Engaging with them during these sessions allows me to capture their reactions and invitations for participation, enhancing the overall experience,” he said. He added that concluding each livestream in a public setting has shaped the tone of the rollout. “It’s fascinating to witness fans theorize and spin narratives around my music. The live interactions foster a sense of community,” he explained. As Iceman approaches, the conversation surrounding Drake and Williams adds a layer of intrigue to a moment already crowded with attention. But the momentum behind the album suggests the music—rather than the back-and-forth—may soon reclaim center stage.

Drake may have reinvented album rollouts once again, but the moment that has everyone glued to the screen is not the icy warehouse, not the cinematic shots, and not even the Pinocchio villain. It is the unscripted, heated moment when a random fan tried Drake during his live stream… and Drake lit him up in real time. During the first episode of Iceman, viewers slowly realized they were watching an actual live broadcast, not a prerecorded visual. Fans in Toronto were able to track his ice truck and run up to him in the streets. Most were screaming his name, but one person decided to go viral by shouting “you’re a bitch.” Drake did not hesitate. He instantly snapped back, “So what then big dog? Don’t look away now, pussy. Don’t look away now. Don’t get shy now. We’ll fold that up right now.” When asked about the moment with Complex, he said it was his favorite unexpected part of the rollout. “Probably when this random tall white guy said I was a ‘bitch’ when I was driving and then I just naturally turned up mid stream,” he explained. “I wouldn’t even say I broke character cause that’s some iceman shit.” He added with an LOL, “He started moving quick after that. No more talking.” This unpredictable energy is the heartbeat of the Iceman series. Drake says he was tired of “the redundancy” of old school album cycles and wanted something risky. Live streaming let him mix music premieres, narrative storytelling, and chaotic real world interactions. Each episode pushes the format further, with multi camera setups, drones, nighttime chases through different cities, and fans popping up out of nowhere. Drake summed it up simply: “The game is extremely calm seas right now.” And in true Drake fashion, he chose to stir up the waves himself.

During a brief exchange with reporters, Donald Trump chose unusually cautious phrasing when recalling a 2022 dinner with Kanye West. He referred to him only as “somebody” before eventually naming him. His response came as journalists pressed him about Tucker Carlson’s recent interview with Nick Fuentes. This renewed attention to Trump’s past encounters with the far-right commentator. Trump revisited the Mar-a-Lago dinner with characteristic brevity. “I didn’t know he was coming, and he was with, as you know, somebody. Kanye. Kanye asked if he could have dinner, and he brought Nick,” he said. The comments, published by TMZ, framed the meeting as an unexpected drop-in. It was not a planned gathering, a distinction Trump emphasized as political scrutiny intensified. Asked about Carlson’s decision to interview Fuentes, Trump largely shrugged it off. “We’ve had some great interviews with Tucker Carlson, but you can’t tell him who to interview,” he said. “If he wants to interview Nick Fuentes — I don’t know much about him, but if that’s what he wants to do, let him. Ultimately, people have to decide.” The response contrasted sharply with condemnation from lawmakers. This included Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer, who called the interview “appalling” on X. Kanye West’s Shifting Public Stance Kanye West’s earlier ties to Fuentes loomed large during his brief presidential bid. It was a time marked by a series of antisemitic remarks that drew widespread backlash. Recently, however, West has begun attempting to repair those fractures. Earlier this month, he met with Rabbi Yoshiyahu Yosef Pinto in what he described as an effort to take responsibility for past behavior. “I was dealing with various issues, including bipolar disorder, and I often neglected the impact of my actions on those around me,” West said in a video of their conversation. His recent outreach suggests a desire to rebuild relationships and reposition himself after years of controversy. However, the extent to which his efforts resonate—either politically or culturally—remains uncertain.

Tory Lanez is facing new legal consequences after a federal judge ruled that he obstructed Megan Thee Stallion’s efforts to depose him in her defamation and cyberstalking lawsuit against YouTube personality Milagro Gramz. Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, was held in contempt of court after refusing to answer basic, foundational questions during his third jailhouse deposition. As a result, U.S. Magistrate Judge Lisette M. Reid ordered him to pay twenty thousand dollars to Megan’s legal team “as a fine for his obstruction of Plaintiff’s multiple attempts to depose him.” Her ruling, filed Sunday, also sanctioned Peterson’s attorney, Crystal Morgan. The contempt ruling came just as jury selection began Monday in Megan’s lawsuit against Gramz, whose legal name is Milagro Cooper. According to the judge, Peterson’s behavior at Friday’s deposition was openly defiant from the start. She wrote that he began the session by asking what would happen if he refused to answer questions, and after being warned he could be fined, he allegedly said, “Whatever the fines are, I’ll pay them. I’m a millionaire. I don’t care.” Judge Reid added that at one point Peterson “stormed out of the room” and accused Megan’s lawyer of lying, telling him to “calm down.” Peterson repeatedly refused to answer the core questions Megan’s legal team needed for trial. He declined to explain “how he came to learn of or met” Gramz and would not say whether he ever communicated with her through direct messages, texts or Instagram. Because of this obstruction, Judge Reid recommended that jurors be explicitly told that he was properly questioned and refused to respond before abruptly ending the deposition. This is not the first time Peterson has been penalized for uncooperative behavior. He was previously ordered to pay Megan’s legal fees for acting combative and pretending not to know basic facts during an April deposition. That session was the first time he had been questioned under oath since being accused of shooting Megan with a semi-automatic firearm in Los Angeles. Peterson is currently serving a ten-year sentence for that assault. Megan sought the latest deposition as part of her case, claiming that Cooper spread “vicious and hateful rumors” while acting as Peterson’s “paid surrogate.”

Since his incarceration, Fetty Wap has largely been absent from the hip-hop scene. Only occasional family photos and messages calling for his release keep fans connected. Known as one of the defining voices of 2010s hip-hop, Fetty’s trajectory shifted sharply following a drug trafficking conviction. This resulted in a six-year sentence, marking a sobering pause in his career. New developments offer hope for the 34-year-old artist. Us Weekly reports that Fetty Wap’s release has been moved up to December 8, 2026. This means he could be reunited with family just ahead of the holiday season. Previously, his release was scheduled for March 2027, with a minor adjustment to January 8. The court has not disclosed why the date changed again, but the news has sparked excitement. Supporters are eager for his return. Currently, Fetty is serving time at FCI Sandstone in Minnesota, a low-security facility. After release, he will enter a five-year period of supervised probation. While some had hoped for an earlier date, this adjustment signals meaningful progress toward his return to freedom. Fetty Wap’s Fans and Family Rally Ahead of Release Fetty Wap’s family has been vocal in advocating for a reconsideration of his sentence. His sister, Divinity Maxwell-Butts, spoke out on social media earlier this year. She emphasized his accountability and the nonviolent nature of his offense. “He has taken responsibility for his actions and served a substantial part of his sentence for a nonviolent crime,” she wrote. She urged for mercy and highlighted the importance of second chances. Her campaign, including a hashtag initiative for his pardon, reflects the support of many. They hope to see him reunited with loved ones. Even behind bars, Fetty Wap’s influence on the genre remains strong. Fans continue to celebrate his contributions, recalling the energy and creativity he brought to the music scene. Occasional updates and prison photos have reinforced the bond between the artist and his audience. These keep his legacy alive while he serves his sentence. As the holiday season nears, the updated release date offers a sense of hope and renewal. Fetty Wap’s story is a reminder that even amid incarceration, the possibility for redemption remains very real. A fresh chapter is possible.