A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo are basketball’s “Power Couple.” Since going public with their relationships last year, the two have been seen at each other’s games. ​Speaking with Vogue, Wilson expressed how connecting with Adebayo has been a game-changer for her life. ​‘I’m in love. But I also have to credit Bam because he loves me properly. I think that doesn’t get talked about a lot,” Wilson said. “He loves me on my days when I don’t know if I love myself. “And he does it in a way that’s not love-bombing. It’s more, ‘What do you need?’ Granted, he’s attractive, yes. But the real reason is that he just knows how to love me properly. And my parents like him.” ​Wilson also spoke on the need for the WNBA to properly compensate the league’s players just before the new CBA agreement was reached. ​”This is something that we need to stand on,” Wilson said to me of the negotiations while they were going on. “For real this time. This isn’t just like, ‘Oh, I want the million-dollar contract.’ This is for the generations after me. I don’t have a problem sitting at the table until we get what we want and get what we deserve.” View this post on Instagram ​She also shared how she met Beyoncé for the first time and how she’ll never forget. ​“Beyoncé is amazing. Now, when I see her, I’m like, ‘Oh my God, I met that lady. Get out of the way, everybody.’ Nothing else matters,” ​Wilson then spoke about how she formed lifelong bonds of sisterhood in her sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha. I am, like, so grateful for the sisterhood that I formed in college through AKA, only because it allowed me to be a woman. It allowed me to be a young girl, because sometimes being a student athlete, you’re kind of trapped in this world of just, like, gym, class, gym, class, like, that was it.” ​“But when I gained my 60 sisters, I got an opportunity to actually enjoy the… college side of it…,” she added. “And so, as I’ve gotten older and I’ve become a leader… I have to credit AKA and our sisterhood when it comes to that.”

Latto is setting the record straight when it comes to her personal life. Amid ongoing speculation about her relationship, the artist made it clear that she’s not interested in proving anything to the public. In a recent interview with Paper Magazine, Latto addressed the curiosity surrounding her romance—widely believed to be with fellow rapper 21 Savage—and emphasized that her decision to keep things private is intentional. “I have nothing to prove to anyone. I have no rumor to clear up,” she says. “I’ve been with my man for years now, and it ain’t going nowhere. To me, that’s clearly a result of me moving and operating how I do.” Latto says, reinforcing her confidence in both herself and her relationship. The two artists have been linked since around 2020, with fans often speculating about their connection based on subtle clues and social media moments. Over time, Latto has acknowledged the relationship in her own way, referring to her partner as “my man” in interviews without diving into specifics. “too many cooks in the kitchen” “When it comes to female rappers, female artists — we’re told that we have to put so much of our life out there, and then it becomes too much about our personal life and not enough of the music,” Latto explains. “That’s how stuff just ends up crashing and burning, because you got too many cooks in the kitchen. I’m my own person outside of my relationship as well. I don’t want to make that the forefront of my existence, my career. I got a man at home, I’m happy and I’m well taken care of, and that’s about all anyone needs to know.” View this post on Instagram As previously reported, Latto announced her upcoming album, Big Mama, with a huge reveal that she is pregnant. “BIG MAMA (the album) 5/29. Business & Personal (Intro) song & video out now. Thank you God” she wrote via Instagram. View this post on Instagram

“Music is a passport.” — That’s what Mapy’s mother told her, and it turned out to be the truest words she’d ever hear. Mapy is an award-winning violinist who grew up in the projects, where no one else was playing classical music. She fell in love with the violin the day she played Biggie’s “Juicy” by ear — and never looked back. In this video, Mapy shares how music opened doors she never thought possible, from being overlooked as a law firm assistant to commanding stages around the world. She talks about breaking cultural boundaries with her instrument, inspiring self-taught musicians in places without teachers, and navigating the unique challenges women face in the music industry. Her message to young girls with big dreams? “If you have that vision, it’s because it’s possible.” In this video:0:00 — Growing up different1:30 — Falling in love with the violin through hip hop3:00 — Breaking boundaries between cultures4:00 — The challenges women face in music5:00 — A message to young dreamers

50 Cent trolls Usher after he defended Diddy in a recent interview. As previously reported, during a recent conversation with Jabari Young for Forbes’ The Enterprise Zone, Usher says he doesn’t have anything ill to say about Diddy. “I think certain people are prosecuted and maybe not recognized for the greatness that they offer,” Usher said. “I don’t have anything negative to say about Sean Combs. My experience was not what the world has seen and how he’s been, you know, misrepresented.” Usher continued, “I’m not saying that every man is perfect,” he explained. “I’m not saying that all of us don’t have flaws, but I can’t with any sense of humanity not recognize the valuable contributions that this man made for us as Black entrepreneurs, for us as people who transition culture and ideas into something that’s tangible. So many people benefited from what he created. And I acknowledge that. That’s why I see him as legacy.” 50 Cent caught wind of the comments, and trolled Usher via Instagram. “Usher like..I don’t want people to know what he did to my a*s. I’m a grown man now my a*s is off limits. LOL” View this post on Instagram Usher has yet to respond to 50 as of yet. Combs is currently serving a 50-month sentence at the Federal Correctional Institution Fort Dix on charges related to transportation for prostitution. This development continues to shape public discussion around his career and legacy.

Nicki Minaj has reportedly been “shut out” of the 2026 Met Gala due to her “loud and unapologetic” behavior on and off-stage. The annual event, scheduled for May 4 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, is overseen by Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, who curates its high-profile guest list. According to reports, Minaj’s absence follows a series of public controversies and industry tensions. The update on the Grammy Award-winning rapper’s banning comes from from Naughty But Nice‘s Rob Shuter. “Nicki’s invitations didn’t just slow down — they vanished,” he said ahead of the event. “Hollywood stopped returning her calls. This isn’t subtle anymore. She’s been shut out.” “There’s an invisible wall around her now,” the insider said. “And no one wants to be seen opening the gate.” Minaj has been a reoccurring attendee to the star-studded event, wearing head turning fashion looks. Day 2: Favorite Met Gala Look Nicki Minaj in Thom Browne at the 2025 Met Gala #8DaysOfOnika #8DaysOfNicki pic.twitter.com/0FyyrJy1aa — She’s Fishy ➐ (@ShesFishy) December 2, 2025 Nicki Minaj x Met Gala 17’ #8DaysOfNicki #8DaysOfNicki #32726 pic.twitter.com/7sZEjkwuaO — Rah Minaj (@_RahMinaj) December 3, 2025 Sources indicate that Minaj’s recent political statements and appearances have contributed to the situation. A notable moment cited was her appearance at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest in Phoenix, Arizona, in December 2025, where she spoke about political figures and addressed her past views, stating, “It’s ok to change your mind.” “That was it,” a source said. “Hollywood doesn’t forgive this kind of alignment — especially when it’s loud and unapologetic. In December, Minaj took aim at California Governor Gavin Newsom, slammed transgender healthcare for minors, and made other controversial outbursts. She then continued boasting about President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. In January, Minaj called herself President Trump’s “number one fan.” The rapper, who once encouraged her gay fans to “be brave,” has switched stances to align herself with a party that actively tries to erase DEI programs and push legislation that undermines the rights of LGBTQIA+ students. Her ongoing public dispute with Roc Nation, – primarily centered on its founder JAY-Z and CEO Desiree Perez, have also contributed to her exclusion from the annual event. “Between the politics and the Roc Nation war, nobody wants to touch this,” another insider said. “There’s no formal ban — just a collective step back.” Minaj last attended the Met Gala in 2025, wearing a custom Thom Browne design. The 2026 theme, “Costume Art,” will focus on fashion as a sculptural and embodied art form, with a dress code encouraging creative interpretation of clothing and the body.

Jay-Z is returning to Yankee Stadium for a third summer concert, with Roc Nation dubbing the event “Extra Innings” in a social media announcement on Tuesday. It is scheduled for Sunday, July 12. Tickets will go on sale at 1:00 PM on March 24. This new date joins previously announced shows commemorating the 30th anniversary of Reasonable Doubt. It also joins the 25th anniversary of The Blueprint, set for July 10 and 11. When sales opened Monday, fans flooded social media with complaints of ticket queues swelling to nearly 800,000. These stadium performances follow Jay-Z’s headlining slot at the Roots Picnic in May. This marks a summer packed with milestone appearances. JAŸ-Z 30 SOLD OUT JAŸ-Z 25 SOLD OUT JUST ADDED JAŸ-Z Extra Innings on Sunday, July 12th Yankee Stadium On-Sale at 1pm ET Today Tuesday, March 24th: https://t.co/jA4w7geADf pic.twitter.com/IdLawVRmny — Roc Nation (@RocNation) March 24, 2026 Jay-Z on Creativity, Authenticity, and Making Music on His Own Terms The announcement coincides with Jay-Z’s recent conversation with Frazier Tharpe for GQ, where he reflected on the challenges of creating music under expectation and scrutiny. When asked about a potential new project, he admitted uncertainty. “I don’t know yet. I don’t know. But I know that we have enough negativity currently,” he said. “Forget the landscape of music. I don’t know what I need to create currently that’s going to fulfill me and make me happy because that’s most important. I know I just got to be honest about what I feel and where I am. Maybe I’m overthinking it. Maybe I’m stopping myself from just creating. Whatever it is, it just needs to be a true representation of how I feel. Trying to create something that people like is where I think a lot of artists get jammed up. And people can feel that because it’s not authentic. I just got to make something timeless that I really love and that’s really honest and true to who I am.” Beyond discussing his personal creative process, Jay-Z spoke about nearly collaborating with Clipse on Let God Sort Em Out. Additionally, he discussed the responsibilities of being a “good billionaire,” and the ways he navigates influence, legacy, and cultural impact in music today.

Back in 2025, Jay-Z and Diddy were named in a lawsuit, accusing them of raping a 13-year-old girl. Not long after it was reported, Jay dropped off a scathing response, vehemently denying the allegations. The lawsuit was eventually dismissed with prejudice. Now, in a recent sit-down interview with GQ, Jay-Z is finally sharing his thoughts on the incident. As the Roc Nation founder looks back on the situation, he reveals that the allegations initially left him “heartbroken.” “…I was really heartbroken by everything that occurred. We’re in a space now where it’s almost like consequence is not thought about enough. Because everything is so instant, you know what I’m saying?” Jay says. The billionaire entrepreneur also pointed out that the situation fueled an “uncontrollable anger” inside him. “You don’t put that on someone—that’s a thing that you better be super sure. It used to be like that. You had to be super sure before you put those kind of things on a person. Especially a person like me,” he continued. “Even when we were doing the worst things, we had those kind of rules. There was a line: no women, no kids. You hear those sayings, but those are the things that I took from the street. We lived and died by that. So it’s strict for me, like it meant a lot to me.” View this post on Instagram “I can’t take a settlement—it ain’t in my DNA,” Jay-Z Says Jay noted that his tight circle of family and friends provided a safe space for him amid the allegations. “I’ve built this circle that’s really safe for me of people that really love me, are not using me, and really care for my best interests. So I was able to have that in the most crucial time for me,” he says. “But again, there’s blessings and curses in all that. I also got to see how people felt about me, especially people that were close to me.” During another point in the conversation, the rapper revealed why he refused to pursue a settlement. According to Jay, he’d rather die than settle. “I can’t take a settlement—it ain’t in my DNA. First of all, first I had to tell my wife. Let’s back up. I know the weight that this is going to bring on our family. I can’t do it. I would die.” While Jay acknowledges it would have been easier to settle out of court, he reveals that his support system encouraged him to stand strong. “If I settled—make that thing go away. And for me, it would’ve been cheaper? Yes. Cheaper, quicker, move on with your life. I knew what was coming. I wasn’t naive. I called—again, after my family—my partners. They were like, “What do you need to help? Don’t even worry,” he said. “In a phone call. Not even a: “I got to go to the board with this.” It was like a testament because people know me. Like: “I know who you are, and that’s impossible. Not only are we standing by you, but what do you need?”

Reality star Tommie Lee is speaking out after social media erupted with speculation that she may be dating Julez Smith, the 21-year-old son of singer Solange Knowles. The rumors began circulating after videos surfaced online showing Lee and Smith spending time together during what appeared to be a night out. In the clips, the two looked comfortable and playful. View this post on Instagram Tommie Lee seeming addressed the speculation, shutting down the dating rumors. “Lol this was fun, hate to break it to ya, I’m not that typa girl!!” Tommie wrote via Instagram. “#nexttopic” she continued. View this post on Instagram Julez Smith has yet to speak out following the viral videos.

Cardi B has decided not to go through with the butt implant removal she had previously discussed. The Am I the Drama? rapper spoke on Today with Jenna & Sheinelle on March 24, promoting her new hair care brand, Grow-Good, and clarified her earlier comments about a planned procedure in Colombia. In February, Cardi had said she intended to travel after her Little Miss Drama tour to have a butt reduction. “After this tour, I don’t want to hear nobody for three months. I’m going to Colombia, nobody hit me up, nobody nothing. I’m taking this ass out,” Cardi said backstage at her Los Angeles concert. On Today, however, she revealed a change of heart. “I was saying that but I’m not gonna do it,” the 33-year-old Grammy winner admitted. “I was just gonna take a little bit of butt out. But I don’t have time for that. I feel really comfortable where I’m at right now with my body.” Cardi Opens Up on Motherhood and Rumors The mother of four acknowledged the physical changes that come with age and motherhood. “I don’t know if it’s the age or the fact that I got four kids,” she said, noting she still has “a whole bunch of cellulite.” “But I feel really good,” she added, emphasizing a newfound comfort with her body. Cardi also reflected on her waist, noting, “While my waist looks so perfect, I don’t think it is.” Yet she embraced her flaws, continuing, “But it’s okay, I’m loving my imperfections and everything and I just feel really comfortable. I feel really good.” Cardi also addressed persistent rumors surrounding her relationship with NFL star Stefon Diggs. The couple separated in February, months after welcoming their first child together, a son. She also shares three older children with her estranged husband, Offset. On the Call Her Daddy podcast, she dismissed claims that cosmetic concerns contributed to the breakup: “And it’s just like… the way this ass be getting eaten, it can’t be… I’m very anal about how I smell. I don’t know who made the rumors that BBL’s stink, but it’s like… it doesn’t stink.”

More than three years have passed since Takeoff was fatally shot outside a Houston bowling alley. This loss reverberated across the music world. Weeks after the tragedy, Patrick “DJ Pat” Clark was arrested. Prosecutors allege he “unlawfully, intentionally, and knowingly commit[ted] the felony offense of deadly conduct by knowingly discharging a firearm at and in the direction of” Takeoff. A detective described the evidence: “The defendant was captured on video shooting in the direction of the complainant with a gun in one hand, wine bottle in another hand. Video also shows the defendant leave the bottle at the scene.” Additionally, investigators connected Clark to the crime through fingerprints, phone records, and vehicle data. Clark is set to stand trial this November. According to No Jumper, he recently brought on a new legal team: Kent Schaffer, Anthony Osso, and Dan Cogdell. Schaffer has previously represented J. Prince, while Osso has reportedly been involved in Clark’s defense before. Clark has pleaded not guilty to the 2022 murder charges and remains free on a $1 million bond. View this post on Instagram Takeoff’s Legacy Hits the Big Screen in ‘Takeover’ Amid the legal proceedings, fans also have reason to celebrate Takeoff’s cultural imprint. Takeover, featuring both Takeoff and his former Migos bandmate Quavo, is set to premiere on May 8, 2026. The film also stars Billy Zane, Lamonica Garrett, Serayah, Martin Sensmeier, and others. Takeover explores Atlanta’s car culture through the story of Guy Miller. He is a former street racing legend returning to his roots after his brother’s death. Quavo steps into the role of Miller, adding to his acting résumé. This résumé includes Atlanta, Narcos: Mexico, Savage Salvation, and Cash Out. The film promises a tribute not only to the city’s culture but also to Takeoff’s enduring impact on music and the lives he touched.