#MAGFAB: Iconic Music Producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis for Rolling Out Magazine
The legendary production duo shares insights on working with Janet Jackson, Prince, and the importance of vulnerability in music
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis have shaped the sound of contemporary R&B for more than four decades. The Minneapolis-based production team, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022, has created 41 top-10 hits in the United States and worked with artists including Janet Jackson, Prince, Usher and Mariah Carey.
Known for their innovative use of the Roland TR-808 drum machine and for founding Perspective Records, the duo continues to mentor emerging artists while reflecting on their legendary career in a conversation with rolling out.
What’s the most important thing a young person should understand if they want to become a star?
Terry Lewis: If you’re young, old, doesn’t matter where you are in your life, and if you want to be a part of something, especially the music business, you have to “study to show thyself approved” (2 Timothy 2:15) You have to know the game, you have to know who’s playing the game, know where the people are that can help you become what you are.
You have to network, you have to put yourself in situations that help lend itself to help you. You can’t sit on your couch and expect something to come and then touch you on the shoulder. You got to make yourself vulnerable. I can only tell you that until you get out there and get booed, you’ll never be great. You got to get out there and expose yourself and be vulnerable. So get out there, make it happen, network with people, find your tribe, find the people that think like you, that feel like you, but you got to go through the trials and tribulations of finding people who don’t. But make sure you do it because it’s going to help you out in the long run
Why is it important for music to have love inside?
Jimmy Jam: I think love is everything, and I think music is the great communicator. Whether you are writing a love song, whether you just purely have the love of music, and that’s whether you’re creating it or listening to it.
I always call it a team sport because we make the music, but the people that listen to it, champion it, buy it, support it, that’s the team. When it comes to hit songs, Terry and I always say, “Listen, a hit is undeniable. You can have an opinion about whether something’s good or bad, but a hit is undeniable.”
To me, in order to have that hit song, you have to have the love, the love in the creation and then the love of the acceptance of the music.
Terry Lewis: Everybody makes hits. Everybody takes the collective. So, we just make music. We try to make music we like and we hope everybody agrees. Then everybody comes on board. There’s people that play the music, there’s people that stop the music. There’s people that listen to the music, there’s people who consume the music. Everybody makes it a hit.
Why is collaboration important when artists, songwriters and producers work together?
Jimmy Jam: I think collaboration is the key to everything. Now, I’ve been fortunate enough to have a partner, my best friend, for over 50 years, and we’ve never had an argument. Because I always thought if I won an argument against him, that means he loses the argument, and why would I want somebody to lose an argument at my hand? What we do is we try to find the best way to do something. So ,we can have a disagreement, but a disagreement’s not whether it’s my way or his way. It’s about finding the best way to do things.
So I think in the art of collaboration, I think it’s important that you allow each other [to contribute]. I like to say we’re together in our individuality. We each get to do exactly what we want to do, and we feel good about it, but then we love what each other does in equal fashion. So, it might be a project that Terry totally feels 100%, and I’m there to back him up, or vice versa. Collaboration is underrated a little bit, but I think it’s so important. We’re a team, it’s Jam and Lewis. It’s always the two of us together. If you only see one of us, trust me, the other one’s right there.
Terry Lewis: Yeah, and the collaboration thing teaches you compromise, especially in a situation like ours. Like when you love somebody, you love what they love for them and if you don’t, you don’t deserve it yourself. So, you have to give what you want to receive.
I want to be able to do what I want to do. I want the freedom to be creative with whom I want to be creative with and we always share that. So, it doesn’t matter who we’re created with or how we arrive at whatever part it is, we’re always together in it, even when the other one’s not there.
We grew up in an era where there was always collaboration because there was no synthesizer. If you needed a drummer, you had to have a drummer, you had a guitar player in the room, a bass player, everybody had the singer. We all got in and we made the gumbo happen. Now, you can be in your bedroom by yourself, but nobody ever checks you on that. So, you think you’re being great, but you never know until you get out there.
How did Quincy Jones influence you?
Terry Lewis: First of all, I revered the man. Those are the shoulders that we stand on: Quincy, Gamble and Huff, Holland-Dozier-Holland, those are our mentors. Those are the guys that we emulated and brought us up. They all had great things to say. Quincy gave us an opportunity to work with Patti Austin, one of the greatest opportunities, because that’s the first time I’ve ever worked with anybody so prolific in my life. She walked in the studio at, say, 8 o’clock at night, and we had written some songs for her. By 8:15, she was in the booth. By 9 o’clock, she was done with the song. And we had our lip on the board talking about, like, oh, sh*t. Because we thought we were prepared because we had one song done, but the second song was not done. And she said, “What’s next?” It taught us a lesson.
So, being around grace, it helps you become better. Doesn’t make you great but it helps you to be better, because you’ve got to do better. That’s what we always felt, we’ve got to be better than we were.
What was it like working alongside Prince?
Jimmy Jam: I had the pleasure of actually going to junior high school with Prince, and we actually were in a piano class together. We both already knew how to play, but it got us out of school for an hour, so it was kind of fun. The teacher would tell us to learn “Mary Had a Little Lamb” or “London Bridge” or something. They’d give us the music for it.
As soon as the teacher would walk out, we’d just be in there jammin’. I thought Prince was a tremendous keyboard player, because that’s kind of how I got to know him. Later on, at the end of the [school] year, they were going to do this musical. They said, “Who wants to be in the musical?”
We all raised our hands. They said, “Prince, what do you want to play?” He said, “Guitar.” I looked at him like “Guitar?” And then they said, “Jimmy, what do you want to play?” And I said, “Drums.” And Prince looked at me like, “Drums?”
We get into the practice, Prince plugs his guitar in, and he plays the guitar solo on a song called Make Me Smile by Chicago, which was one of the definitive guitar solos of all time at that point. Note for note, he plays his solo, and I just was like, wow, that’s amazing. So, we rehearse. We take a break, go to the bathroom, I hear somebody on the drums. I’m thinking it’s the drum teacher. I walk out and it’s Prince. Prince trying to hand me the drumsticks back, I’m like, “Man, you’re crazy.”
So, to see his genius at such an early age, and we’re talking 13 years old at this point probably, I’ve never seen anything like it in my life. But when Prince made it out of Minneapolis and got his record deal, it showed all of us that there was a bigger destination that we could go to.
Terry Lewis: All of us knew Prince was going somewhere. We didn’t know where somewhere was, but he was gonna go somewhere and do some great things. When you’re in that kind of competitive environment, music is all the important things. But we were sequestered away in Minneapolis, we didn’t really have Black radio. We had pop radio, rock radio, but no Black radio. I don’t think we ever realized how good we were. Because there was no barometer. It’s like, how many people came to Minneapolis? All the concerts didn’t even come to Minneapolis. We didn’t know how good musicians were everywhere else. At that point, the only barometer you would have was church musicians. They could always play, but nobody was getting out. So, we thought we were stuck there. As Prince got out, that gave us an opportunity to be aware that the greater world was available to us.
What was it like working with Janet Jackson and helping shape her career?
Jimmy Jam: I think a lot of credit for the Janet connection has to go to John McClain. He was the A&R person at A&M Records. He had actually asked us to do a different project with a different female artist at A&M Records that ended up not happening.
He called us and he said, “Hey, man, I’m so sorry this didn’t happen. Is there anybody else on the roster who you’d like to produce?” And we said, “Well send us the roster.” Back in those days, it was a fax machine.
So, he faxed it up and our fingers both stopped on the same name, Janet Jackson. And we said, “John, we’d like to do Janet Jackson.” He said, “Cool, a couple songs.” We said, “No, we want to do the whole album.”
But we wanted to have her in a creative environment without all the trappings of comfort, I guess you could say, that she was used to. And that kind of formulated what became Control because she was really on her own.
So, all of those things that she was coming into her own and being on her own and being independent, that became the lyrics to the song. And before we even went into the studio, we just kind of hung out and talked about what she wanted to do. She said, “When are we going to get started?” We said, “Oh, we started.” And we showed her the opening lyrics to Control.
“When I was 17, I did what people told me, did what my father said and let my mother mold me.” When she saw those lyrics, she said, “Well, this is what we’ve been talking about.” And we said, “Yeah.” She said, “So, whatever we talk about, that’s what we’re going to write about?” And we said, “Yeah,” and it was like the light bulb went off, boom! She was like, “God, I want to talk about this, I want to talk about this.” It was really like a young lady just coming into her own.
We went super aggressive with the beats. The beats were more like what you would think a male artist would do or a hip-hop artist would do. But she was able to pull them off because of her attitude.
I remember when we did the Control album, we walked down the street, and it was blasting out of everybody’s house. “What Have You Done for Me Lately“ was blasting out of people’s houses. And we were like, “We did it!” And it’s been a journey that’s 40+ years with Janet. Matter of fact, Control is 40 years old next year.
What would you challenge the next generation to do?
Terry Lewis: I’d challenge the next generation and, actually, the current generation. If you love art, if you love people, if you love Black people, I’d challenge you to actually respect the art, respect the people. I always say, “You are what you consume,” that’s what I was taught. They say you are what you eat — you order sh*t, you eat sh*t, you are sh*t. In order to be the sh*t, we can’t do that. We got to consume positive affirmations that help us to live better, to be better.
I would say that we all need to be positive in our presentations. And if there is a negative thing, certainly you can say you’re keeping it real. But if you keep it real without solutions, then we’re going to be in a real bad place. So, I would say let’s just get a little bit positive and let’s put some positive affirmations and some growth into whatever we create.
I guess in the 90s, there was the whole bitch era. And our antithesis to that would be that we had the Sounds of Blackness’, “Optimistic.” We had Mint Condition’s “Pretty Brown Eyes,” Lo-Key, “I got a thang for ya, baby/Dark and lovely, no one above thee.” So, those things are very important in order for us to keep our sanity, keep our communities the correct way, giving respect to all that deserve it. That’s what I would say.
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis have shaped the sound of contemporary R&B for more than four decades. The Minneapolis-based production team, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022, has created 41 top-10 hits in the United States and worked with artists including Janet Jackson, Prince, Usher and Mariah Carey.
Known for their innovative use of the Roland TR-808 drum machine and for founding Perspective Records, the duo continues to mentor emerging artists while reflecting on their legendary career in a conversation with rolling out.
What’s the most important thing a young person should understand if they want to become a star?
Terry Lewis: If you’re young, old, doesn’t matter where you are in your life, and if you want to be a part of something, especially the music business, you have to “study to show thyself approved” (2 Timothy 2:15) You have to know the game, you have to know who’s playing the game, know where the people are that can help you become what you are.
You have to network, you have to put yourself in situations that help lend itself to help you. You can’t sit on your couch and expect something to come and then touch you on the shoulder. You got to make yourself vulnerable. I can only tell you that until you get out there and get booed, you’ll never be great. You got to get out there and expose yourself and be vulnerable. So get out there, make it happen, network with people, find your tribe, find the people that think like you, that feel like you, but you got to go through the trials and tribulations of finding people who don’t. But make sure you do it because it’s going to help you out in the long run
Why is it important for music to have love inside?
Jimmy Jam: I think love is everything, and I think music is the great communicator. Whether you are writing a love song, whether you just purely have the love of music, and that’s whether you’re creating it or listening to it.
I always call it a team sport because we make the music, but the people that listen to it, champion it, buy it, support it, that’s the team. When it comes to hit songs, Terry and I always say, “Listen, a hit is undeniable. You can have an opinion about whether something’s good or bad, but a hit is undeniable.”
To me, in order to have that hit song, you have to have the love, the love in the creation and then the love of the acceptance of the music.
Terry Lewis: Everybody makes hits. Everybody takes the collective. So, we just make music. We try to make music we like and we hope everybody agrees. Then everybody comes on board. There’s people that play the music, there’s people that stop the music. There’s people that listen to the music, there’s people who consume the music. Everybody makes it a hit.
Why is collaboration important when artists, songwriters and producers work together?
Jimmy Jam: I think collaboration is the key to everything. Now, I’ve been fortunate enough to have a partner, my best friend, for over 50 years, and we’ve never had an argument. Because I always thought if I won an argument against him, that means he loses the argument, and why would I want somebody to lose an argument at my hand? What we do is we try to find the best way to do something. So ,we can have a disagreement, but a disagreement’s not whether it’s my way or his way. It’s about finding the best way to do things.
So I think in the art of collaboration, I think it’s important that you allow each other [to contribute]. I like to say we’re together in our individuality. We each get to do exactly what we want to do, and we feel good about it, but then we love what each other does in equal fashion. So, it might be a project that Terry totally feels 100%, and I’m there to back him up, or vice versa. Collaboration is underrated a little bit, but I think it’s so important. We’re a team, it’s Jam and Lewis. It’s always the two of us together. If you only see one of us, trust me, the other one’s right there.
Terry Lewis: Yeah, and the collaboration thing teaches you compromise, especially in a situation like ours. Like when you love somebody, you love what they love for them and if you don’t, you don’t deserve it yourself. So, you have to give what you want to receive.
I want to be able to do what I want to do. I want the freedom to be creative with whom I want to be creative with and we always share that. So, it doesn’t matter who we’re created with or how we arrive at whatever part it is, we’re always together in it, even when the other one’s not there.
We grew up in an era where there was always collaboration because there was no synthesizer. If you needed a drummer, you had to have a drummer, you had a guitar player in the room, a bass player, everybody had the singer. We all got in and we made the gumbo happen. Now, you can be in your bedroom by yourself, but nobody ever checks you on that. So, you think you’re being great, but you never know until you get out there.
How did Quincy Jones influence you?
Terry Lewis: First of all, I revered the man. Those are the shoulders that we stand on: Quincy, Gamble and Huff, Holland-Dozier-Holland, those are our mentors. Those are the guys that we emulated and brought us up. They all had great things to say. Quincy gave us an opportunity to work with Patti Austin, one of the greatest opportunities, because that’s the first time I’ve ever worked with anybody so prolific in my life. She walked in the studio at, say, 8 o’clock at night, and we had written some songs for her. By 8:15, she was in the booth. By 9 o’clock, she was done with the song. And we had our lip on the board talking about, like, oh, sh*t. Because we thought we were prepared because we had one song done, but the second song was not done. And she said, “What’s next?” It taught us a lesson.
So, being around grace, it helps you become better. Doesn’t make you great but it helps you to be better, because you’ve got to do better. That’s what we always felt, we’ve got to be better than we were.
What was it like working alongside Prince?
Jimmy Jam: I had the pleasure of actually going to junior high school with Prince, and we actually were in a piano class together. We both already knew how to play, but it got us out of school for an hour, so it was kind of fun. The teacher would tell us to learn “Mary Had a Little Lamb” or “London Bridge” or something. They’d give us the music for it.
As soon as the teacher would walk out, we’d just be in there jammin’. I thought Prince was a tremendous keyboard player, because that’s kind of how I got to know him. Later on, at the end of the [school] year, they were going to do this musical. They said, “Who wants to be in the musical?”
We all raised our hands. They said, “Prince, what do you want to play?” He said, “Guitar.” I looked at him like “Guitar?” And then they said, “Jimmy, what do you want to play?” And I said, “Drums.” And Prince looked at me like, “Drums?”
We get into the practice, Prince plugs his guitar in, and he plays the guitar solo on a song called Make Me Smile by Chicago, which was one of the definitive guitar solos of all time at that point. Note for note, he plays his solo, and I just was like, wow, that’s amazing. So, we rehearse. We take a break, go to the bathroom, I hear somebody on the drums. I’m thinking it’s the drum teacher. I walk out and it’s Prince. Prince trying to hand me the drumsticks back, I’m like, “Man, you’re crazy.”
So, to see his genius at such an early age, and we’re talking 13 years old at this point probably, I’ve never seen anything like it in my life. But when Prince made it out of Minneapolis and got his record deal, it showed all of us that there was a bigger destination that we could go to.
Terry Lewis: All of us knew Prince was going somewhere. We didn’t know where somewhere was, but he was gonna go somewhere and do some great things. When you’re in that kind of competitive environment, music is all the important things. But we were sequestered away in Minneapolis, we didn’t really have Black radio. We had pop radio, rock radio, but no Black radio. I don’t think we ever realized how good we were. Because there was no barometer. It’s like, how many people came to Minneapolis? All the concerts didn’t even come to Minneapolis. We didn’t know how good musicians were everywhere else. At that point, the only barometer you would have was church musicians. They could always play, but nobody was getting out. So, we thought we were stuck there. As Prince got out, that gave us an opportunity to be aware that the greater world was available to us.
What was it like working with Janet Jackson and helping shape her career?
Jimmy Jam: I think a lot of credit for the Janet connection has to go to John McClain. He was the A&R person at A&M Records. He had actually asked us to do a different project with a different female artist at A&M Records that ended up not happening.
He called us and he said, “Hey, man, I’m so sorry this didn’t happen. Is there anybody else on the roster who you’d like to produce?” And we said, “Well send us the roster.” Back in those days, it was a fax machine.
So, he faxed it up and our fingers both stopped on the same name, Janet Jackson. And we said, “John, we’d like to do Janet Jackson.” He said, “Cool, a couple songs.” We said, “No, we want to do the whole album.”
But we wanted to have her in a creative environment without all the trappings of comfort, I guess you could say, that she was used to. And that kind of formulated what became Control because she was really on her own.
So, all of those things that she was coming into her own and being on her own and being independent, that became the lyrics to the song. And before we even went into the studio, we just kind of hung out and talked about what she wanted to do. She said, “When are we going to get started?” We said, “Oh, we started.” And we showed her the opening lyrics to Control.
“When I was 17, I did what people told me, did what my father said and let my mother mold me.” When she saw those lyrics, she said, “Well, this is what we’ve been talking about.” And we said, “Yeah.” She said, “So, whatever we talk about, that’s what we’re going to write about?” And we said, “Yeah,” and it was like the light bulb went off, boom! She was like, “God, I want to talk about this, I want to talk about this.” It was really like a young lady just coming into her own.
We went super aggressive with the beats. The beats were more like what you would think a male artist would do or a hip-hop artist would do. But she was able to pull them off because of her attitude.
I remember when we did the Control album, we walked down the street, and it was blasting out of everybody’s house. “What Have You Done for Me Lately“ was blasting out of people’s houses. And we were like, “We did it!” And it’s been a journey that’s 40+ years with Janet. Matter of fact, Control is 40 years old next year.
What would you challenge the next generation to do?
Terry Lewis: I’d challenge the next generation and, actually, the current generation. If you love art, if you love people, if you love Black people, I’d challenge you to actually respect the art, respect the people. I always say, “You are what you consume,” that’s what I was taught. They say you are what you eat — you order sh*t, you eat sh*t, you are sh*t. In order to be the sh*t, we can’t do that. We got to consume positive affirmations that help us to live better, to be better.
I would say that we all need to be positive in our presentations. And if there is a negative thing, certainly you can say you’re keeping it real. But if you keep it real without solutions, then we’re going to be in a real bad place. So, I would say let’s just get a little bit positive and let’s put some positive affirmations and some growth into whatever we create.
I guess in the 90s, there was the whole bitch era. And our antithesis to that would be that we had the Sounds of Blackness’, “Optimistic.” We had Mint Condition’s “Pretty Brown Eyes,” Lo-Key, “I got a thang for ya, baby/Dark and lovely, no one above thee.” So, those things are very important in order for us to keep our sanity, keep our communities the correct way, giving respect to all that deserve it. That’s what I would say.
#RHOP: Bravo delays premiere of ‘Wife Swap: The Real Housewives Edition’ amid legal controversy
Bravo’s upcoming reality series “Wife Swap: The Real Housewives Edition” has been delayed by one week following the recent legal troubles involving “Real Housewives of Potomac” star Dr. Wendy Osefo and her husband, Eddie Osefo.
The show, which was originally set to premiere on Tuesday, October 14, will now debut on Tuesday, October 21, at 9 p.m. ET with a new lead episode.
Why is ‘Wife Swap: The Real Housewives Edition’ delayed? The decision to postpone the premiere comes just days after the Osefos were indicted in Carroll County, Maryland, on multiple counts of insurance fraud.
Their episode was scheduled as the series opener, but Bravo has opted to hold that installment until further notice. In its place, the premiere will now feature “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” star Angie Katsanevas.
Katsanevas swaps lives with Lindsay Flake, a former Mormon who lives off the grid with her family — without electricity, running water or traditional rules. The series pairs “Real Housewives” stars with everyday women to explore vastly different family lifestyles.
Bravo has not yet confirmed when or if the episode featuring the Osefos will air later in the season.
Bravo’s upcoming reality series “Wife Swap: The Real Housewives Edition” has been delayed by one week following the recent legal troubles involving “Real Housewives of Potomac” star Dr. Wendy Osefo and her husband, Eddie Osefo.
The show, which was originally set to premiere on Tuesday, October 14, will now debut on Tuesday, October 21, at 9 p.m. ET with a new lead episode.
Why is ‘Wife Swap: The Real Housewives Edition’ delayed? The decision to postpone the premiere comes just days after the Osefos were indicted in Carroll County, Maryland, on multiple counts of insurance fraud.
Their episode was scheduled as the series opener, but Bravo has opted to hold that installment until further notice. In its place, the premiere will now feature “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” star Angie Katsanevas.
Katsanevas swaps lives with Lindsay Flake, a former Mormon who lives off the grid with her family — without electricity, running water or traditional rules. The series pairs “Real Housewives” stars with everyday women to explore vastly different family lifestyles.
Bravo has not yet confirmed when or if the episode featuring the Osefos will air later in the season.
#MusicNews: Beyoncé, Jamie Foxx, Lauryn Hill, and more pay tribute to late music legend D'Angelo: 'A beacon of light'
The music world is honoring soul luminary D'Angelo following his death Tuesday at age 51.
The celebrated singer and multi-instrumentalist, who won Grammys for his innovative fusion of soul, funk, rock, and R&B, inspired generations of artists who grew up listening to era-defining albums like 1995's Brown Sugar and 2000's Voodoo.
In the wake of his death after a battle with pancreatic cancer, the "Untitled (How Does It Feel)" singer's contemporaries, collaborators, and fans poured out tributes to his impact on their lives and music at large.
"I regret not having more time with you," fellow Grammy winner and R&B icon Lauryn Hill wrote on X. "Your undeniable beauty and talent were not of this world, and a presence not of this world needs protection in a world that covets light and the anointing of God. You sir, moved us, stirred us, inspired and even intimidated others to action with your genius. Thank you for being a beacon of light to a generation and beyond who had no remembrance of the legacy that preceded us."
Hill and D'Angelo collaborated on "Nothing Really Matters," one of the most enduring tracks from Hill's beloved 1998 solo debut, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.
Jill Scott, a fellow architect of the late-'90s sound that would be coined neo-soul, noted on X that she had never met D'Angelo, but "I love him, respect him, admire his gift. This loss HURTS!! Love to my family that are family to him. I'm so sorry. R.I.P. GENIUS."
D'Angelo, neo-soul pioneer and 'Brown Sugar' singer, dies at 51
Lauryn Hill slams 'misconception' that she is 'too important to care' after delayed festival set
Pioneering guitarist, producer, and Chic co-founder, Nile Rodgers, recalled being introduced to D'Angelo by a mutual friend when the "Lady" singer was in need of fresh input on new material.
"I listened to every cut... not just out of respect but because it was smoking," he wrote on X. "At the end of the encounter he asked me, 'What should I do with it?' I remember this as if it were yesterday. I said, 'Put it out. It's perfect!'"
Two out of three Destiny's Child members also expressed their grief over the icon born Michael Eugene Archer.
"This one hurts, DEEP! The way this man, poured himself in the music! The stories I've heard of his brilliant process... I'm just speechless... He TRULY IS 1 of 1. Simply gutted by this loss!" Kelly Rowland wrote on Instagram, with Tina Knowles, mother to Rowland's former Destiny's Child bandmate Beyoncé, commenting, "Such a great loss."
Beyoncé herself dedicated the homepage of her official website to D'Angelo on Tuesday. A picture of the musician at the microphone was accompanied by the caption, "Rest in peace...We thank you for your beautiful music, your voice, your proficiency on the piano, your artistry. You were the pioneer of neo-soul and that changed and transformed rhythm and blues forever. We will never forget you."
Maxwell, Tyler, the Creator, Jennifer Hudson, and more also posted tributes to D'Angelo on Tuesday, but the message shared by Jamie Foxx to his 17 million Instagram followers had fans grieving in the comments.
"I remember hearing your music for the first time... I said to myself damn whoever this is they are anointed... Then when I finally got a chance to see you... Like everyone when they saw the most incredible music video of our time... I was blown away," Foxx recalled.
The Oscar-winner continued, "God put you here for a reason and we were all lucky enough to see what God had made... That's why today real tears run down my face... to hear the news that God has taken one of his special creations home... I know God doesn't make mistakes... But this one hurts like hell... rest up my friend... you will be missed forever."
The music world is honoring soul luminary D'Angelo following his death Tuesday at age 51.
The celebrated singer and multi-instrumentalist, who won Grammys for his innovative fusion of soul, funk, rock, and R&B, inspired generations of artists who grew up listening to era-defining albums like 1995's Brown Sugar and 2000's Voodoo.
In the wake of his death after a battle with pancreatic cancer, the "Untitled (How Does It Feel)" singer's contemporaries, collaborators, and fans poured out tributes to his impact on their lives and music at large.
"I regret not having more time with you," fellow Grammy winner and R&B icon Lauryn Hill wrote on X. "Your undeniable beauty and talent were not of this world, and a presence not of this world needs protection in a world that covets light and the anointing of God. You sir, moved us, stirred us, inspired and even intimidated others to action with your genius. Thank you for being a beacon of light to a generation and beyond who had no remembrance of the legacy that preceded us."
Hill and D'Angelo collaborated on "Nothing Really Matters," one of the most enduring tracks from Hill's beloved 1998 solo debut, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.
Jill Scott, a fellow architect of the late-'90s sound that would be coined neo-soul, noted on X that she had never met D'Angelo, but "I love him, respect him, admire his gift. This loss HURTS!! Love to my family that are family to him. I'm so sorry. R.I.P. GENIUS."
D'Angelo, neo-soul pioneer and 'Brown Sugar' singer, dies at 51
Lauryn Hill slams 'misconception' that she is 'too important to care' after delayed festival set
Pioneering guitarist, producer, and Chic co-founder, Nile Rodgers, recalled being introduced to D'Angelo by a mutual friend when the "Lady" singer was in need of fresh input on new material.
"I listened to every cut... not just out of respect but because it was smoking," he wrote on X. "At the end of the encounter he asked me, 'What should I do with it?' I remember this as if it were yesterday. I said, 'Put it out. It's perfect!'"
Two out of three Destiny's Child members also expressed their grief over the icon born Michael Eugene Archer.
"This one hurts, DEEP! The way this man, poured himself in the music! The stories I've heard of his brilliant process... I'm just speechless... He TRULY IS 1 of 1. Simply gutted by this loss!" Kelly Rowland wrote on Instagram, with Tina Knowles, mother to Rowland's former Destiny's Child bandmate Beyoncé, commenting, "Such a great loss."
Beyoncé herself dedicated the homepage of her official website to D'Angelo on Tuesday. A picture of the musician at the microphone was accompanied by the caption, "Rest in peace...We thank you for your beautiful music, your voice, your proficiency on the piano, your artistry. You were the pioneer of neo-soul and that changed and transformed rhythm and blues forever. We will never forget you."
Maxwell, Tyler, the Creator, Jennifer Hudson, and more also posted tributes to D'Angelo on Tuesday, but the message shared by Jamie Foxx to his 17 million Instagram followers had fans grieving in the comments.
"I remember hearing your music for the first time... I said to myself damn whoever this is they are anointed... Then when I finally got a chance to see you... Like everyone when they saw the most incredible music video of our time... I was blown away," Foxx recalled.
The Oscar-winner continued, "God put you here for a reason and we were all lucky enough to see what God had made... That's why today real tears run down my face... to hear the news that God has taken one of his special creations home... I know God doesn't make mistakes... But this one hurts like hell... rest up my friend... you will be missed forever."
#HipHopNews: Killer Mike, JID And Sleepy Brown To Honor Outkast At 2025 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction
Killer Mike, JID and Sleepy Brown will perform in tribute to Outkast at the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
Each artist represents a different era of Atlanta’s Hip Hop legacy.
The ceremony will take place on Nov. 8 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
Outkast is getting welcomed into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame by some friendly faces. Over the weekend, the Rock Hall announced that Killer Mike, JID and Sleepy Brown will be performing at the induction ceremony for the Atlanta Hip Hop icons. The three artists are intimately familiar with André 3000 and Big Boi, as they have been a part of their over 30-year career. The ceremony will be going down on Nov. 8 in Los Angeles.
Sleepy Brown is an original member of the production company Organized Noize, along with Ray Murray and the late Rico Wade. The team of producers were instrumental in creating the sound Outkast utilized to become Hip Hop superstars. Alongside Outkast, Goodie Mob and others, they formed the Dungeon Family. The collective took their name from “The Dungeon,” the basement studio where they crafted their earliest hits, including Outkast’s classic debut, Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik.
Killer Mike was part of the next generation of the Dungeon Family. Discovered by Outkast, the Monster rapper appeared on the duo's Grammy Award-winning single "The Whole World" from their 2001 compilation album, Big Boi & Dre Present…OutKast. Killer Mike has also gained notoriety as one-half of Run The Jewels along with rapper and producer El-P.
As for JID, the critically acclaimed rapper is part of a current crop of southern artists getting praised for their lyricism. The Atlanta native has often credited Outkast as a major influence on his artistry.
Outkast will be joining a Rock Hall that now includes fellow rap luminaries like A Tribe Called Quest, Public Enemy, Tupac Shakur and N.W.A. Other inductees this year include Hip Hop pioneers Salt-N-Pepa, Cyndi Lauper, The White Stripes, Joe Cocker and Chubby Checker.
The 40th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
Each artist represents a different era of Atlanta’s Hip Hop legacy.
The ceremony will take place on Nov. 8 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
Outkast is getting welcomed into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame by some friendly faces. Over the weekend, the Rock Hall announced that Killer Mike, JID and Sleepy Brown will be performing at the induction ceremony for the Atlanta Hip Hop icons. The three artists are intimately familiar with André 3000 and Big Boi, as they have been a part of their over 30-year career. The ceremony will be going down on Nov. 8 in Los Angeles.
Sleepy Brown is an original member of the production company Organized Noize, along with Ray Murray and the late Rico Wade. The team of producers were instrumental in creating the sound Outkast utilized to become Hip Hop superstars. Alongside Outkast, Goodie Mob and others, they formed the Dungeon Family. The collective took their name from “The Dungeon,” the basement studio where they crafted their earliest hits, including Outkast’s classic debut, Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik.
Killer Mike was part of the next generation of the Dungeon Family. Discovered by Outkast, the Monster rapper appeared on the duo's Grammy Award-winning single "The Whole World" from their 2001 compilation album, Big Boi & Dre Present…OutKast. Killer Mike has also gained notoriety as one-half of Run The Jewels along with rapper and producer El-P.
As for JID, the critically acclaimed rapper is part of a current crop of southern artists getting praised for their lyricism. The Atlanta native has often credited Outkast as a major influence on his artistry.
Outkast will be joining a Rock Hall that now includes fellow rap luminaries like A Tribe Called Quest, Public Enemy, Tupac Shakur and N.W.A. Other inductees this year include Hip Hop pioneers Salt-N-Pepa, Cyndi Lauper, The White Stripes, Joe Cocker and Chubby Checker.
The 40th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach are engaged
Three years after T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach's workplace romance at GMA3 exploded into public view and led to both of their exits from ABC News, the former co-anchors are engaged to be married.
The two announced their happy news Tuesday on an episode of their Amy & T.J. podcast titled "Robach-Holmes" and bearing a one-sentence description: "We are no longer girlfriend-boyfriend."
"Okay, we are sharing with all of you that we are engaged," Robach, 52, said on the podcast. "And we've been engaged for just about a month now."
Holmes, 48, said they were "surprised" they were only talking about it now, alluding to all the public scrutiny they've faced in the past.
"We wanted to let you all know before anybody else was able to," he explained. "We've learned that lesson, I guess, in the past about our relationship, that we want to be the first to talk about it. But we figured, 'Whoa, this is a little late,' because we have been in front of crowds of tens of thousands, with you dangling a ring in everybody's face every chance you could, and nobody said a word."
They hadn't been keeping the engagement a secret, the couple said, it's just that no one asked.
"I was in three massive football stadiums, three weekends in a row, wearing my engagement ring, very proudly, very excitedly, and kept waiting for somebody to point it out or ask me, 'Hey, what's that?' And it never happened," Robach said. "And if people saw it, maybe they were just being polite. I think a lot of people who are close to us, who love us and know us, understand what we've been through, and so they don't want to pry."
Holmes and Robach were both working as on-air talent on the third hour of Good Morning America, then known as GMA3: What You Need to Know, when rumors began to swirl in late 2022 that they were dating. At the time, Robach was still married to actor Andrew Shue and Holmes was still married to attorney Marilee Fiebig.
While there was speculation that Robach and Holmes' relationship began as an affair, a source told PEOPLE that the two had been "dating in the open" after separating from their respective spouses, with no overlap.
Even so, the saga frequently made headlines, and Robach and Holmes ultimately left GMA3 and ABC News in January 2023. "After several productive conversations with Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes about different options, we all agreed it's best for everyone that they move on from ABC News," a company spokesperson told Entertainment Weekly at the time. "We recognize their talent and commitment over the years and are thankful for their contributions."
Robach and Holmes exes, Shue and Fiebig, subsequently embarked on their own relationship.
On Tuesday's episode of Amy & T.J., Robach said she almost gave away her and Holmes' engagement news in a casual social media post. "There was a picture I was going to post," she recalled, "and then you said, 'Babe, you see what's very prominent in that picture, what's in that photo?' So I decided not to post it, because I didn't want that to be what the photo was about. So anyone else could have taken a picture, though, and it just didn't happen."
Holmes added that they'd been "intimately engaged with friends, very close people, for the past three weekends. All of them are going to think back and go, 'Oh my God, how did we miss it?'"
He teased that they might share more details in the future
"We've just been celebrating with family really for the past month or so," Holmes said. "And if you see anything about our engagement out there that didn't come from our mouths or the mouths of 10 people in particular in our lives, then it's all just made up because they're the 10 we told and gave details too, and I'm pretty sure they're not leaking."
Robach wanted to note that people who hadn't noticed her ring had told her parents they noticed her "joy."
"When we were visiting Athens last weekend," she said, "my mom did make a point to say, 'Everyone was just so happy to see you both so happy.'"
The two announced their happy news Tuesday on an episode of their Amy & T.J. podcast titled "Robach-Holmes" and bearing a one-sentence description: "We are no longer girlfriend-boyfriend."
"Okay, we are sharing with all of you that we are engaged," Robach, 52, said on the podcast. "And we've been engaged for just about a month now."
Holmes, 48, said they were "surprised" they were only talking about it now, alluding to all the public scrutiny they've faced in the past.
"We wanted to let you all know before anybody else was able to," he explained. "We've learned that lesson, I guess, in the past about our relationship, that we want to be the first to talk about it. But we figured, 'Whoa, this is a little late,' because we have been in front of crowds of tens of thousands, with you dangling a ring in everybody's face every chance you could, and nobody said a word."
They hadn't been keeping the engagement a secret, the couple said, it's just that no one asked.
"I was in three massive football stadiums, three weekends in a row, wearing my engagement ring, very proudly, very excitedly, and kept waiting for somebody to point it out or ask me, 'Hey, what's that?' And it never happened," Robach said. "And if people saw it, maybe they were just being polite. I think a lot of people who are close to us, who love us and know us, understand what we've been through, and so they don't want to pry."
Holmes and Robach were both working as on-air talent on the third hour of Good Morning America, then known as GMA3: What You Need to Know, when rumors began to swirl in late 2022 that they were dating. At the time, Robach was still married to actor Andrew Shue and Holmes was still married to attorney Marilee Fiebig.
While there was speculation that Robach and Holmes' relationship began as an affair, a source told PEOPLE that the two had been "dating in the open" after separating from their respective spouses, with no overlap.
Even so, the saga frequently made headlines, and Robach and Holmes ultimately left GMA3 and ABC News in January 2023. "After several productive conversations with Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes about different options, we all agreed it's best for everyone that they move on from ABC News," a company spokesperson told Entertainment Weekly at the time. "We recognize their talent and commitment over the years and are thankful for their contributions."
Robach and Holmes exes, Shue and Fiebig, subsequently embarked on their own relationship.
On Tuesday's episode of Amy & T.J., Robach said she almost gave away her and Holmes' engagement news in a casual social media post. "There was a picture I was going to post," she recalled, "and then you said, 'Babe, you see what's very prominent in that picture, what's in that photo?' So I decided not to post it, because I didn't want that to be what the photo was about. So anyone else could have taken a picture, though, and it just didn't happen."
Holmes added that they'd been "intimately engaged with friends, very close people, for the past three weekends. All of them are going to think back and go, 'Oh my God, how did we miss it?'"
He teased that they might share more details in the future
"We've just been celebrating with family really for the past month or so," Holmes said. "And if you see anything about our engagement out there that didn't come from our mouths or the mouths of 10 people in particular in our lives, then it's all just made up because they're the 10 we told and gave details too, and I'm pretty sure they're not leaking."
Robach wanted to note that people who hadn't noticed her ring had told her parents they noticed her "joy."
"When we were visiting Athens last weekend," she said, "my mom did make a point to say, 'Everyone was just so happy to see you both so happy.'"
Nicki Minaj Faces Double Financial Crisis: Man Wants To Sell Rapper’s $20M Over Unpaid Debt
Nicki Minaj is about to lose more than the $30,000 she claimed thieves stole from her AMEX account – the rap superstar now faces losing her entire $20 million Los Angeles mansion.
The “Anaconda” rapper and her husband, Kenneth Petty, could lose their 11-bedroom Hidden Hills home after refusing to pay more than $500,000 they owe to a German security guard, according to court documents obtained by US Weekly.
Thomas Weidenmüller has asked a court to force the sale of Minaj’s mansion to collect the debt. The security guard claims Petty punched him during a 2019 concert in Germany, breaking his jaw.
“The dwelling is subject to a $13,258,000 mortgage lien and a $722,151 homestead exemption—together just under $14 million,” the court documents read. “The property’s current fair market value is appraised at $20 million, yielding approximately $6 million in equity beyond the lien and exemption.”
The legal team argues the home sale “would satisfy the entire judgment, with millions to spare.”
The rap star’s latest drama originates from a 2019 incident in Germany. Weidenmüller worked as head of security for Minaj’s concert when trouble began. The rapper allegedly berated a female security guard for allowing a male fan onstage.
Minaj reportedly called the guard a “f–king b####” while recording the exchange. When Weidenmüller tried to console the crying guard and approach Nicki Minaj, she allegedly threw her shoe at him.
“Who do you think you are?” Nicki Minaj allegedly yelled before Petty punched Weidenmüller, breaking his jaw.
The security guard required eight surgeries and five metal plates in his face. A judge awarded him $503,318 under a default judgment.
Petty, 47, is a registered sex offender with a troubled legal history. He was sentenced to three years of probation in 2022 for failing to register as a sex offender in California.
He was convicted of attempted rape in 1995.
The couple also faces a harassment lawsuit from Jennifer Hough, Petty’s alleged 1994 rape victim. She claims they tried to pressure her to recant her story.
The mansion crisis comes as Minaj deals with another financial blow. On Tuesday morning, the 42-year-old rapper revealed that people close to her made nearly $30,000 in unauthorized charges on her American Express card.
“3 different people in a span of 2 months charging my Amex w/o permission,” Minaj wrote on social media. “Some couldn’t even explain how they had the brand new card number. Hmmmm.”
She added, “A couple of them have been doing it for years. Filed the first report a couple of weeks ago. They’re all going to jail.”
Nicki Minaj claims one thief had been tracking her movements using a device connected to his phone number. She confronted all alleged perpetrators, saying they were “caught red-handed.
Court documents describe Minaj as “a global music superstar, estimated to have a net worth of anywhere between $150-190 million and is reportedly the highest paid female rap star in the world.”
Despite her wealth, Weidenmüller’s legal team says: “There is little doubt that she is highly capable of paying the judgment in full and, yet, she has refused to do so despite multiple written requests for payment.”
Nicki Minaj and Petty married in October 2019 and have one son, known only as “Papa Bear,” born in September 2020.
The “Anaconda” rapper and her husband, Kenneth Petty, could lose their 11-bedroom Hidden Hills home after refusing to pay more than $500,000 they owe to a German security guard, according to court documents obtained by US Weekly.
Thomas Weidenmüller has asked a court to force the sale of Minaj’s mansion to collect the debt. The security guard claims Petty punched him during a 2019 concert in Germany, breaking his jaw.
“The dwelling is subject to a $13,258,000 mortgage lien and a $722,151 homestead exemption—together just under $14 million,” the court documents read. “The property’s current fair market value is appraised at $20 million, yielding approximately $6 million in equity beyond the lien and exemption.”
The legal team argues the home sale “would satisfy the entire judgment, with millions to spare.”
The rap star’s latest drama originates from a 2019 incident in Germany. Weidenmüller worked as head of security for Minaj’s concert when trouble began. The rapper allegedly berated a female security guard for allowing a male fan onstage.
Minaj reportedly called the guard a “f–king b####” while recording the exchange. When Weidenmüller tried to console the crying guard and approach Nicki Minaj, she allegedly threw her shoe at him.
“Who do you think you are?” Nicki Minaj allegedly yelled before Petty punched Weidenmüller, breaking his jaw.
The security guard required eight surgeries and five metal plates in his face. A judge awarded him $503,318 under a default judgment.
Petty, 47, is a registered sex offender with a troubled legal history. He was sentenced to three years of probation in 2022 for failing to register as a sex offender in California.
He was convicted of attempted rape in 1995.
The couple also faces a harassment lawsuit from Jennifer Hough, Petty’s alleged 1994 rape victim. She claims they tried to pressure her to recant her story.
The mansion crisis comes as Minaj deals with another financial blow. On Tuesday morning, the 42-year-old rapper revealed that people close to her made nearly $30,000 in unauthorized charges on her American Express card.
“3 different people in a span of 2 months charging my Amex w/o permission,” Minaj wrote on social media. “Some couldn’t even explain how they had the brand new card number. Hmmmm.”
She added, “A couple of them have been doing it for years. Filed the first report a couple of weeks ago. They’re all going to jail.”
Nicki Minaj claims one thief had been tracking her movements using a device connected to his phone number. She confronted all alleged perpetrators, saying they were “caught red-handed.
Court documents describe Minaj as “a global music superstar, estimated to have a net worth of anywhere between $150-190 million and is reportedly the highest paid female rap star in the world.”
Despite her wealth, Weidenmüller’s legal team says: “There is little doubt that she is highly capable of paying the judgment in full and, yet, she has refused to do so despite multiple written requests for payment.”
Nicki Minaj and Petty married in October 2019 and have one son, known only as “Papa Bear,” born in September 2020.
Netflix Sets Premiere for Eddie Murphy Documentary ‘Being Eddie’
Netflix has announced Being Eddie, a new documentary that peels back the curtain on one of Hollywood’s most legendary entertainers, premiering November 12.
Directed by two-time Oscar winner Angus Wall, the film isn’t just a trip down memory lane — it’s a rare look inside the mind, home, and legacy of a man who’s been defining culture for nearly 50 years.
From his teenage days sharing a stage with Jerry Seinfeld to breaking out on Saturday Night Live straight out of high school, Murphy’s story is one of audacity and endurance. Few artists can claim they’ve played a cop (Beverly Hills Cop), a doctor (The Nutty Professor), and a donkey (Shrek) — and made every one of them iconic.
Being Eddie captures that energy — the humor, the reinvention, and the intentional quiet that’s kept him grounded through decades of fame.
For the first time ever, Murphy lets cameras inside his home and his headspace. The film blends vintage footage with present-day reflections, filmed over multiple sit-downs during the pandemic — conversations that reveal his humor, humility, and deep connection to family, including his late brother Charlie Murphy, who passed away in 2017.
This isn’t the Eddie who commands the stage — it’s the one who listens, reflects, and questions what it all means after four decades at the top.
The doc features commentary from a who’s who of comedy and Hollywood royalty — Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, Jamie Foxx, Kevin Hart, Tracee Ellis Ross, Jerry Seinfeld, Arsenio Hall, and more — all sharing how Murphy’s genius shaped their paths and shifted the culture.
Their reflections make one thing clear: Eddie didn’t just open doors. He built the house, threw the party, and made everyone laugh while doing it.
Angus Wall, known for his distinct storytelling style, doesn’t approach Being Eddie like a typical biopic. Instead, he studies Murphy the way a director studies a scene — timing, instinct, precision. It’s not about fame, it’s about how he survived it.
Being Eddie isn’t just a look back — it’s a reminder of why Eddie Murphy still matters. His story is one of evolution without ego, confidence without chaos.
Nearly five decades later, he’s still one of one. Being Eddie premieres November 12, 2025, only on Netflix.
Netflix has announced Being Eddie, a new documentary that peels back the curtain on one of Hollywood’s most legendary entertainers, premiering November 12.
Directed by two-time Oscar winner Angus Wall, the film isn’t just a trip down memory lane — it’s a rare look inside the mind, home, and legacy of a man who’s been defining culture for nearly 50 years.
From his teenage days sharing a stage with Jerry Seinfeld to breaking out on Saturday Night Live straight out of high school, Murphy’s story is one of audacity and endurance. Few artists can claim they’ve played a cop (Beverly Hills Cop), a doctor (The Nutty Professor), and a donkey (Shrek) — and made every one of them iconic.
Being Eddie captures that energy — the humor, the reinvention, and the intentional quiet that’s kept him grounded through decades of fame.
For the first time ever, Murphy lets cameras inside his home and his headspace. The film blends vintage footage with present-day reflections, filmed over multiple sit-downs during the pandemic — conversations that reveal his humor, humility, and deep connection to family, including his late brother Charlie Murphy, who passed away in 2017.
This isn’t the Eddie who commands the stage — it’s the one who listens, reflects, and questions what it all means after four decades at the top.
The doc features commentary from a who’s who of comedy and Hollywood royalty — Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, Jamie Foxx, Kevin Hart, Tracee Ellis Ross, Jerry Seinfeld, Arsenio Hall, and more — all sharing how Murphy’s genius shaped their paths and shifted the culture.
Their reflections make one thing clear: Eddie didn’t just open doors. He built the house, threw the party, and made everyone laugh while doing it.
Angus Wall, known for his distinct storytelling style, doesn’t approach Being Eddie like a typical biopic. Instead, he studies Murphy the way a director studies a scene — timing, instinct, precision. It’s not about fame, it’s about how he survived it.
Being Eddie isn’t just a look back — it’s a reminder of why Eddie Murphy still matters. His story is one of evolution without ego, confidence without chaos.
Nearly five decades later, he’s still one of one. Being Eddie premieres November 12, 2025, only on Netflix.
Diddy Must Hand Over His "Freak-Off" Tapes & Recording Devices
This part of Diddy's recent prison sentence for prostitution charges relates to items that federal authorities seized back in March of 2024.
Diddy is still getting some updates concerning his 50-month prison sentence for Mann Act violations, especially as it relates to the evidence collected against him. According to the New York Post, court documents reveal that he must fully hand over all "freak-off" tapes – specifically those referred to as the "Ibiza tapes" – and other devices that federal authorities found during a raid on his Miami and Los Angeles mansions in March of last year.
Per these documents, which authorities filed on Wednesday (October 8), the possessions in question are cassette tapes, hard and thumb drives, iPhones, iPads, computers, and other devices. These possessions are allegedly "property used or intended to be used" in connection to the prostitution convictions this past July.
In addition, federal authorities will also keep the $9K in cash they took from the Manhattan hotel where they arrested Sean Combs in September of last year. It's unclear what these "Ibiza tapes" actually show concerning the sex parties, which he allegedly used as blackmail when his partners pushed back on his demands. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will oversee the "secure custody and control" of all these items.
Elsewhere, other reactions to Diddy's sentence did not take into account much of this context. Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda, for example, think he'll be just fine. "He still got money, right?" the former asked TMZ. "Well, there you go, then. I wouldn't even have dropped to the ground. I would've dropped to the ground 'cause I got four years and billions of dollars. I'm good, right, Murda?"
"He gon' be okay man, he got lucky," the latter added. "He gon' be alright." "He still got money, that's the point," Yayo continued. "Some people go to jail and don't have nothing. You got money, you good. You got two years, you good... You got off."
Elsewhere, Diddy's prison stay request got shut down, although there's still a chance that he could land somewhere close to where he wanted to fulfill his 50-month jail sentence. But as far as getting some of his property back, it seems unlikely in the near future.
Diddy is still getting some updates concerning his 50-month prison sentence for Mann Act violations, especially as it relates to the evidence collected against him. According to the New York Post, court documents reveal that he must fully hand over all "freak-off" tapes – specifically those referred to as the "Ibiza tapes" – and other devices that federal authorities found during a raid on his Miami and Los Angeles mansions in March of last year.
Per these documents, which authorities filed on Wednesday (October 8), the possessions in question are cassette tapes, hard and thumb drives, iPhones, iPads, computers, and other devices. These possessions are allegedly "property used or intended to be used" in connection to the prostitution convictions this past July.
In addition, federal authorities will also keep the $9K in cash they took from the Manhattan hotel where they arrested Sean Combs in September of last year. It's unclear what these "Ibiza tapes" actually show concerning the sex parties, which he allegedly used as blackmail when his partners pushed back on his demands. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will oversee the "secure custody and control" of all these items.
Elsewhere, other reactions to Diddy's sentence did not take into account much of this context. Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda, for example, think he'll be just fine. "He still got money, right?" the former asked TMZ. "Well, there you go, then. I wouldn't even have dropped to the ground. I would've dropped to the ground 'cause I got four years and billions of dollars. I'm good, right, Murda?"
"He gon' be okay man, he got lucky," the latter added. "He gon' be alright." "He still got money, that's the point," Yayo continued. "Some people go to jail and don't have nothing. You got money, you good. You got two years, you good... You got off."
Elsewhere, Diddy's prison stay request got shut down, although there's still a chance that he could land somewhere close to where he wanted to fulfill his 50-month jail sentence. But as far as getting some of his property back, it seems unlikely in the near future.
Solange Appointed First Scholar-In-Residence At USC Thornton School Of Music
Solange Knowles has been appointed as the first-ever all-school scholar-in-residence at the USC Thornton School of Music. This groundbreaking three-year residency, which commenced this week, marks a significant milestone in the school’s history. Solange will collaborate with faculty to develop the institution’s inaugural curriculum and programming in music curation, a rapidly evolving field encompassing roles such as creative directors, DJs, and documentary filmmakers. She is also set to teach a course titled Records of Discovery: Methodologies for Music and Cultural Curatorial Practices, slated for launch in fall 2027.
Reflecting on this opportunity, #Solange expressed that the role represents “a culmination of the many practices” she has embraced throughout her career. She emphasized the significance of this position, stating, “Being able to help students navigate what that is for them is like a dream job.”
Solange Knowles has been appointed as the first-ever all-school scholar-in-residence at the USC Thornton School of Music. This groundbreaking three-year residency, which commenced this week, marks a significant milestone in the school’s history. Solange will collaborate with faculty to develop the institution’s inaugural curriculum and programming in music curation, a rapidly evolving field encompassing roles such as creative directors, DJs, and documentary filmmakers. She is also set to teach a course titled Records of Discovery: Methodologies for Music and Cultural Curatorial Practices, slated for launch in fall 2027.
Reflecting on this opportunity, #Solange expressed that the role represents “a culmination of the many practices” she has embraced throughout her career. She emphasized the significance of this position, stating, “Being able to help students navigate what that is for them is like a dream job.”
“Family Matters” and “Young and the Restless ”star Bryton James files for divorce after less than a year of marriage
Bryton James is calling it quits after less than seven months of marriage.
The Young and the Restless star, 39, filed to divorce wife Jahaira James on Oct. 13, according to documents reviewed by PEOPLE. Bryton and Jahaira tied the knot in March, and their date of separation is listed as June, three months after the ceremony. The Family Matters alum cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split.
Representatives for Bryton did not immediately respond to Entertainment Weekly's request for comment.
TMZ was the first to break the news of the divorce filing, reporting that Bryton has asked to terminate the ability of the court to award spousal support and is requesting that Jahaira resume using her maiden name. The couple do not share any children.
Prior to their split, Bryton shared photos of Jahaira in May 2025, highlighting her role as a dancer on Beyoncé‘s Cowboy Carter Tour.
"Her journey is what inspiration wants to be when it grows up," he wrote in a since-deleted Instagram post. "And I am beyond proud to be a witness to her art as we share this life together.”
Bryton was previously married to Ashley Leisinger. His Young and the Restless costar Christian J. LeBlanc performed the ceremony in March 2011 and the pair split just three years later, in 2014.
He addressed the breakup later that year, telling Soap Opera Digest, "I don’t regret getting married at all. My ex-wife and I are still very good friends and I’m glad I got the opportunity to be married. It was a great experience and I learned a lot from it.”
Years later, Bryton reflected on the relationship in a 2021 interview with Maurice Benard, sharing that he didn't expect to get married ever again.
"I don't think I'd get married again because I have different ideas about the institution of marriage and where it comes from and what it's about," he said. "I'm not against it but I just don't think I would do it again."
He continued, "And also, I've learned a lot about myself and how I feel about children. It's something that I've always kind of known that I didn't want to have children, but it wasn't something that has been as concrete as it is now. And it's taken my experiences of being with people and really facing it."
As a child actor, Bryton spent eight seasons as Richie Crawford on Family Matters. He later joined the cast of The Young and the Restless, taking on the role of billionaire Devon Hamilton starting in 2004. Across his two-decade tenure on the show, Bryton has won a Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series in 2007 and another for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.
Bryton James is calling it quits after less than seven months of marriage.
The Young and the Restless star, 39, filed to divorce wife Jahaira James on Oct. 13, according to documents reviewed by PEOPLE. Bryton and Jahaira tied the knot in March, and their date of separation is listed as June, three months after the ceremony. The Family Matters alum cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split.
Representatives for Bryton did not immediately respond to Entertainment Weekly's request for comment.
TMZ was the first to break the news of the divorce filing, reporting that Bryton has asked to terminate the ability of the court to award spousal support and is requesting that Jahaira resume using her maiden name. The couple do not share any children.
Prior to their split, Bryton shared photos of Jahaira in May 2025, highlighting her role as a dancer on Beyoncé‘s Cowboy Carter Tour.
"Her journey is what inspiration wants to be when it grows up," he wrote in a since-deleted Instagram post. "And I am beyond proud to be a witness to her art as we share this life together.”
Bryton was previously married to Ashley Leisinger. His Young and the Restless costar Christian J. LeBlanc performed the ceremony in March 2011 and the pair split just three years later, in 2014.
He addressed the breakup later that year, telling Soap Opera Digest, "I don’t regret getting married at all. My ex-wife and I are still very good friends and I’m glad I got the opportunity to be married. It was a great experience and I learned a lot from it.”
Years later, Bryton reflected on the relationship in a 2021 interview with Maurice Benard, sharing that he didn't expect to get married ever again.
"I don't think I'd get married again because I have different ideas about the institution of marriage and where it comes from and what it's about," he said. "I'm not against it but I just don't think I would do it again."
He continued, "And also, I've learned a lot about myself and how I feel about children. It's something that I've always kind of known that I didn't want to have children, but it wasn't something that has been as concrete as it is now. And it's taken my experiences of being with people and really facing it."
As a child actor, Bryton spent eight seasons as Richie Crawford on Family Matters. He later joined the cast of The Young and the Restless, taking on the role of billionaire Devon Hamilton starting in 2004. Across his two-decade tenure on the show, Bryton has won a Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series in 2007 and another for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.
Jonathan Majors Opens Up About Suicidal Ideation And How Meagan Good Helped Him Through Darkest Moment
This is eriosu and if you have thoughts of suicide, please consult with a medical professional immediately. Jonathan Majors is opening up about one of the most painful chapters of his life, revealing that his wife, actress Meagan Good, helped him through a period when he no longer wanted to live.
During an emotional appearance on Kirk Franklin’s Den of Kings podcast, the Creed III star reflected on a time when he says he was “on suicide watch.” Majors explained that while he and Good rarely spoke directly about his struggles, her presence made all the difference. “There were moments where I didn’t want to be here anymore,” he said. “I told her that straight up. But she never left me alone. I never let myself be alone.”
Majors described how his mental and emotional pain had roots that went far deeper than recent public challenges. “You think the breaking point is when something big happens, getting arrested, losing a job, but for me, it went back way before that,” he shared. “There were times I was drinking too much, smoking even though I don’t smoke, living on rooftops, writing goodbye letters. I’ve been to that edge.”
Joined on the podcast by Kevin Fredericks, NLE Choppa, Ray J, and Dr. Jay Barnett, Majors received praise for his honesty and courage in confronting the mental health struggles that often go unspoken among Black men. He reflected on how societal pressures and stereotypes have weighed heavily on his sense of self. “We’re born into a story that puts us at a disadvantage,” he said. “You end up pretending to be someone else just to get through certain doors. That’s a heavy way to live.”
Majors’ candid moment offered a rare glimpse into his journey toward healing, one grounded in vulnerability, faith, and the unwavering support of the woman standing by his side.
Jonathan Majors is opening up about one of the most painful chapters of his life, revealing that his wife, actress Meagan Good, helped him through a period when he no longer wanted to live.
During an emotional appearance on Kirk Franklin’s Den of Kings podcast, the Creed III star reflected on a time when he says he was “on suicide watch.” Majors explained that while he and Good rarely spoke directly about his struggles, her presence made all the difference. “There were moments where I didn’t want to be here anymore,” he said. “I told her that straight up. But she never left me alone. I never let myself be alone.”
Majors described how his mental and emotional pain had roots that went far deeper than recent public challenges. “You think the breaking point is when something big happens, getting arrested, losing a job, but for me, it went back way before that,” he shared. “There were times I was drinking too much, smoking even though I don’t smoke, living on rooftops, writing goodbye letters. I’ve been to that edge.”
Joined on the podcast by Kevin Fredericks, NLE Choppa, Ray J, and Dr. Jay Barnett, Majors received praise for his honesty and courage in confronting the mental health struggles that often go unspoken among Black men. He reflected on how societal pressures and stereotypes have weighed heavily on his sense of self. “We’re born into a story that puts us at a disadvantage,” he said. “You end up pretending to be someone else just to get through certain doors. That’s a heavy way to live.”
This is eriosu and if you have thoughts of suicide, please consult with a medical professional immediately. Jonathan Majors is opening up about one of the most painful chapters of his life, revealing that his wife, actress Meagan Good, helped him through a period when he no longer wanted to live.
During an emotional appearance on Kirk Franklin’s Den of Kings podcast, the Creed III star reflected on a time when he says he was “on suicide watch.” Majors explained that while he and Good rarely spoke directly about his struggles, her presence made all the difference. “There were moments where I didn’t want to be here anymore,” he said. “I told her that straight up. But she never left me alone. I never let myself be alone.”
Majors described how his mental and emotional pain had roots that went far deeper than recent public challenges. “You think the breaking point is when something big happens, getting arrested, losing a job, but for me, it went back way before that,” he shared. “There were times I was drinking too much, smoking even though I don’t smoke, living on rooftops, writing goodbye letters. I’ve been to that edge.”
Joined on the podcast by Kevin Fredericks, NLE Choppa, Ray J, and Dr. Jay Barnett, Majors received praise for his honesty and courage in confronting the mental health struggles that often go unspoken among Black men. He reflected on how societal pressures and stereotypes have weighed heavily on his sense of self. “We’re born into a story that puts us at a disadvantage,” he said. “You end up pretending to be someone else just to get through certain doors. That’s a heavy way to live.”
Majors’ candid moment offered a rare glimpse into his journey toward healing, one grounded in vulnerability, faith, and the unwavering support of the woman standing by his side.
Jonathan Majors is opening up about one of the most painful chapters of his life, revealing that his wife, actress Meagan Good, helped him through a period when he no longer wanted to live.
During an emotional appearance on Kirk Franklin’s Den of Kings podcast, the Creed III star reflected on a time when he says he was “on suicide watch.” Majors explained that while he and Good rarely spoke directly about his struggles, her presence made all the difference. “There were moments where I didn’t want to be here anymore,” he said. “I told her that straight up. But she never left me alone. I never let myself be alone.”
Majors described how his mental and emotional pain had roots that went far deeper than recent public challenges. “You think the breaking point is when something big happens, getting arrested, losing a job, but for me, it went back way before that,” he shared. “There were times I was drinking too much, smoking even though I don’t smoke, living on rooftops, writing goodbye letters. I’ve been to that edge.”
Joined on the podcast by Kevin Fredericks, NLE Choppa, Ray J, and Dr. Jay Barnett, Majors received praise for his honesty and courage in confronting the mental health struggles that often go unspoken among Black men. He reflected on how societal pressures and stereotypes have weighed heavily on his sense of self. “We’re born into a story that puts us at a disadvantage,” he said. “You end up pretending to be someone else just to get through certain doors. That’s a heavy way to live.”
Nelly Celebrates Ashanti's Birthday With Heartfelt Post
Nelly celebrated Ashanti’s 45th birthday with a short but heartfelt post on Instagram.
Ashanti turned 45 on Oct. 13. A day later, Nelly posted a message to her on Instagram, featuring a picture of the two huddled together on the beach in Anguilla in 2005 — perhaps coincidentally, the same throwback photo Ashanti had shared back in January. Somewhat ironically given how things turned out, the photo was taken at a time when they were publicly denying they were in a relationship.
“Happy Birthday to the most beautiful and amazing woman in this world,” Nelly wrote in the caption of his post. “Marrying you wasn’t just finding love — it was finding home. Love you mama.”
This heartwarming post would have never happened if the two had kept the strong anger they had towards each other before they got back together.
Earlier this year, in the trailer for their reality show Nelly and Ashanti: We Belong Together, the couple spoke about their feelings after they initially split back in 2013.
“I hated her,” said Nelly, prompting Ashanti to join in and express the same sentiment.
“I hated him,” she agreed. “I didn't think that we would get back together.”
Nelly revealed that it was because of Ashanti that the reunion happened. “She got me y’all!” he said.
In an interview with People in June, Nelly opened up about the first time he dated Ashanti, suggesting that it was like a “test drive.” In the interview, Nelly, who claimed that the breakup wasn’t “one-sided,” admitted that both he and Ashanti needed to “grow” so they could come together and be stronger than before.
"It's about the good outweighing the bad," Nelly said. "What you thought mattered a lot, once you go through other scenarios, you realize that's not really as big of a deal as you thought it would be."
"Or you get something that you thought you was missing, and it still doesn't compensate or fill a void, and you're like, 'Damn, I thought that would mean more,' but that doesn't. It's just growth," he added.
"Everybody don't get a chance to, if you could say, take a test drive," Nelly concluded. "It's like when people say, 'You should always test drive a car before you buy it.' I hate to minimize that because this is real life, so you don't want it to feel like that."
Ashanti turned 45 on Oct. 13. A day later, Nelly posted a message to her on Instagram, featuring a picture of the two huddled together on the beach in Anguilla in 2005 — perhaps coincidentally, the same throwback photo Ashanti had shared back in January. Somewhat ironically given how things turned out, the photo was taken at a time when they were publicly denying they were in a relationship.
“Happy Birthday to the most beautiful and amazing woman in this world,” Nelly wrote in the caption of his post. “Marrying you wasn’t just finding love — it was finding home. Love you mama.”
This heartwarming post would have never happened if the two had kept the strong anger they had towards each other before they got back together.
Earlier this year, in the trailer for their reality show Nelly and Ashanti: We Belong Together, the couple spoke about their feelings after they initially split back in 2013.
“I hated her,” said Nelly, prompting Ashanti to join in and express the same sentiment.
“I hated him,” she agreed. “I didn't think that we would get back together.”
Nelly revealed that it was because of Ashanti that the reunion happened. “She got me y’all!” he said.
In an interview with People in June, Nelly opened up about the first time he dated Ashanti, suggesting that it was like a “test drive.” In the interview, Nelly, who claimed that the breakup wasn’t “one-sided,” admitted that both he and Ashanti needed to “grow” so they could come together and be stronger than before.
"It's about the good outweighing the bad," Nelly said. "What you thought mattered a lot, once you go through other scenarios, you realize that's not really as big of a deal as you thought it would be."
"Or you get something that you thought you was missing, and it still doesn't compensate or fill a void, and you're like, 'Damn, I thought that would mean more,' but that doesn't. It's just growth," he added.
"Everybody don't get a chance to, if you could say, take a test drive," Nelly concluded. "It's like when people say, 'You should always test drive a car before you buy it.' I hate to minimize that because this is real life, so you don't want it to feel like that."
Rockmond Dunbar Heads to Trial Over Disney COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate
Three years ago actor Rockmond Dunbar filed a civil lawsuit against Disney/20th Century Fox after his character on the hit ABC series '911' was written off the show after he refused to get vaccinated against COVID-19 on religious grounds
The trial is set to begin today...Dunbar’s character, Michael Grant, was written off the show in November 2021, a month after studios began requiring COVID-19 vaccines for actors and others on set. Dunbar asserts that he is a member of the Congregation of Universal Wisdom, which holds that it is sinful to inject chemicals that “defy natural law.”
Disney‘s 20th Television argues that Dunbar came up with a phony religious excuse to avoid complying with the vaccine mandate. During pre-trial investigation, the company’s lawyers discovered that Dunbar had taken other drugs, including steroids for shoulder pain, and had been getting regular injections of synthetic testosterone from “The Man Clinic” since 2018.
Three years ago actor Rockmond Dunbar filed a civil lawsuit against Disney/20th Century Fox after his character on the hit ABC series '911' was written off the show after he refused to get vaccinated against COVID-19 on religious grounds
The trial is set to begin today...Dunbar’s character, Michael Grant, was written off the show in November 2021, a month after studios began requiring COVID-19 vaccines for actors and others on set. Dunbar asserts that he is a member of the Congregation of Universal Wisdom, which holds that it is sinful to inject chemicals that “defy natural law.”
Disney‘s 20th Television argues that Dunbar came up with a phony religious excuse to avoid complying with the vaccine mandate. During pre-trial investigation, the company’s lawyers discovered that Dunbar had taken other drugs, including steroids for shoulder pain, and had been getting regular injections of synthetic testosterone from “The Man Clinic” since 2018.
The Congregation of Universal Wisdom was founded by Dr. Walter Schilling, a New Jersey chiropractor, in 1975. Members have long used the church’s teachings to avoid school vaccination requirements.
Schilling, 82, was expected to testify at the trial, but recently indicated he is too ill to travel to Los Angeles. Instead, his depositions are expected to be played for the jury.
Schilling testified that the church does not have a place of worship or regular meetings. Members can join by submitting an application and a fee.
“A lot of people in the general public hold our beliefs but then they don’t have a place to go to verify those beliefs,” Schilling said. “So what has happened when they started mandating things, it incentivized people to actually join the church.”
He also said that it would be “sacrilege” to inject oneself with synthetic testosterone, or any other prescription drug.
Dunbar’s lawyers have argued that the actor holds a “nuanced” set of beliefs that melds CUW with the teachings of Buddhism and African Yoruba faith.
“Since at least 2014, Plaintiff has held sincere religious beliefs that prevent him from receiving vaccines because he believes they will tether his soul to earth, thereby preventing him from ascending to be with God after his death,” his attorneys argued in a pre-trial memo.
Dunbar and his wife, Maya, are also expected to testify, as is “9-1-1” showrunner Tim Minear.
Dunbar’s lawyers have argued that he does not need to be a perfect adherent to CUW practices in order for his beliefs to be protected.
Dunbar has said he is “not against western medicine that is made with God’s consent or that does not cloud my communication with God.”
During discovery, Dunbar failed to turn over most of his medical records to Disney’s lawyers. The attorneys ultimately obtained records from 44 providers, including Dr. Fong of The Man Clinic. Fong had been providing him twice-weekly testosterone injections, as well as injections of anastrozole, a chemotherapy drug intended to prevent breast growth, which can be a side effect of testosterone.
Judge Dolly Gee faulted Dunbar for “egregious” failures to disclose evidence..
Dunbar’s lawyers sought to block use of Dunbar’s medical records at trial, arguing they were irrelevant, but the judge disagreed.
Kris Jenner Explains Why She’s Transparent About Her Cosmetic Surgeries
Kris Jenner isn’t shying away from talking about her cosmetic procedures.
On the latest episode of the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast, the businesswoman and reality show star spoke about her approach to sharing details about her surgical journey in an intentional and empowering way.
“If you really think about it, all the stuff I've done over the years, I've always filmed for our show. I filmed a facelift 15 years ago,” Jenner, 69, told host Amanda Hirsch near the 11-minute mark in the video linked above. She also referenced her decision to document past procedures like a hip replacement, and even a hysterectomy.
“We filmed that because we have such an amazing group of fans and people that watch the show and people out there that write to us constantly, and are really some people are super emotionally invested in one of us, or all of us, or some of us. Or they're the biggest haters in the world and they can't help but watch, right?” she continued. “I think that it really is somehow my way of showing people and trying to inspire others not to be afraid of, you know, surgeries that you need that are necessary, or even something you want to do because you want to feel better about yourself. And don't be afraid of it, and fear is not your friend.”
Although she didn’t film her most recent procedure, Jenner was still deliberate about confirming it publicly. She credited Dr. Steven Levine, calling him an “amazing person, human, and … a very talented young man.”
Jenner shared that it was her daughter Kylie who accompanied her to the New York-based procedure where she felt safe and cared for by Levine’s team. However, when other professionals began taking credit for his work, she decided to set the record straight.
Despite his lowkey nature, Jenner called Levine to ask if she could publicly name him. He agreed under one condition.
Jenner recalled, “He goes, ‘Listen, I'll tell you what. As long as we can come up with a password so that if somebody calls and says, ‘I'm Kris Jenner's best friend, and can I have a consultation?’ They have to say the secret password.”
She revealed that since naming him, Levine’s office has been inundated with calls from people pretending to be close friends, none of whom knew the secret password.
“If you know me, you know what the password is,” Jenner quipped.
The podcast appearance follows Jenner’s September 2025 Vogue Arabia cover story, where she confirmed the facelift many had been speculating about.
"I had a facelift about 15 years ago, so it was time for a refresh," the businesswoman and reality television star told the publication. "I decided to do this facelift because I want to be the best version of myself, and that makes me happy."
With her 70th birthday approaching on Nov. 5, Jenner reflected on aging and urged others not to “give up on yourself.”
"If you feel comfortable in your skin and you want to age gracefully – meaning you don’t want to do anything – then don’t do anything," Jenner explained at the time. "But for me, this is aging gracefully. It’s my version."
Jenner now joins daughters Khloé Kardashian and Kylie Jenner in a wave of transparency about cosmetic enhancements. Kylie detailed her breast augmentation on TikTok this past summer, while Khloé openly shared a list of surgical and non-surgical tweaks in response to fan speculation.
On the latest episode of the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast, the businesswoman and reality show star spoke about her approach to sharing details about her surgical journey in an intentional and empowering way.
“If you really think about it, all the stuff I've done over the years, I've always filmed for our show. I filmed a facelift 15 years ago,” Jenner, 69, told host Amanda Hirsch near the 11-minute mark in the video linked above. She also referenced her decision to document past procedures like a hip replacement, and even a hysterectomy.
“We filmed that because we have such an amazing group of fans and people that watch the show and people out there that write to us constantly, and are really some people are super emotionally invested in one of us, or all of us, or some of us. Or they're the biggest haters in the world and they can't help but watch, right?” she continued. “I think that it really is somehow my way of showing people and trying to inspire others not to be afraid of, you know, surgeries that you need that are necessary, or even something you want to do because you want to feel better about yourself. And don't be afraid of it, and fear is not your friend.”
Although she didn’t film her most recent procedure, Jenner was still deliberate about confirming it publicly. She credited Dr. Steven Levine, calling him an “amazing person, human, and … a very talented young man.”
Jenner shared that it was her daughter Kylie who accompanied her to the New York-based procedure where she felt safe and cared for by Levine’s team. However, when other professionals began taking credit for his work, she decided to set the record straight.
Despite his lowkey nature, Jenner called Levine to ask if she could publicly name him. He agreed under one condition.
Jenner recalled, “He goes, ‘Listen, I'll tell you what. As long as we can come up with a password so that if somebody calls and says, ‘I'm Kris Jenner's best friend, and can I have a consultation?’ They have to say the secret password.”
She revealed that since naming him, Levine’s office has been inundated with calls from people pretending to be close friends, none of whom knew the secret password.
“If you know me, you know what the password is,” Jenner quipped.
The podcast appearance follows Jenner’s September 2025 Vogue Arabia cover story, where she confirmed the facelift many had been speculating about.
"I had a facelift about 15 years ago, so it was time for a refresh," the businesswoman and reality television star told the publication. "I decided to do this facelift because I want to be the best version of myself, and that makes me happy."
With her 70th birthday approaching on Nov. 5, Jenner reflected on aging and urged others not to “give up on yourself.”
"If you feel comfortable in your skin and you want to age gracefully – meaning you don’t want to do anything – then don’t do anything," Jenner explained at the time. "But for me, this is aging gracefully. It’s my version."
Jenner now joins daughters Khloé Kardashian and Kylie Jenner in a wave of transparency about cosmetic enhancements. Kylie detailed her breast augmentation on TikTok this past summer, while Khloé openly shared a list of surgical and non-surgical tweaks in response to fan speculation.
Laurence Fishburne Wants to Return to the MCU, But In a Different Role!
Laurence Fishburne is ready to make a pivot in the Marvel Cinematic Universe!
The 64-year-old actor has previously acted in a few Marvel projects, but he’s recently revealed one character that he would like to portray in upcoming movies.
While attending 2025 New York Comic Con over the weekend, Laurence revealed he wants to join X-Men!
“I know that they’re talking about the X-Men now,” he said during a The Matrix panel, via Entertainment Weekly. “So, at this point, I want one of two things. The first thing would be: what do you think about Laurence Fishburne as Professor X?”
The second thing? “I don’t know, I’m gonna let you guys decide,” Laurence added. “I can’t figure it out.”
Previously, Professor X has been played by Sir Patrick Stewart in several movies, including most recently in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. He’s also set to return in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday.
Laurence first starred in the 20th Century/Marvel film Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer as Norrin Radd/Silver Surfer, and later joined the MCU as Dr Bill Foster in Ant-Man and Wasp and What If…? He also voiced Beyonder and Bill Foster in Disney Channel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur.
Laurence Fishburne is ready to make a pivot in the Marvel Cinematic Universe!
The 64-year-old actor has previously acted in a few Marvel projects, but he’s recently revealed one character that he would like to portray in upcoming movies.
While attending 2025 New York Comic Con over the weekend, Laurence revealed he wants to join X-Men!
“I know that they’re talking about the X-Men now,” he said during a The Matrix panel, via Entertainment Weekly. “So, at this point, I want one of two things. The first thing would be: what do you think about Laurence Fishburne as Professor X?”
The second thing? “I don’t know, I’m gonna let you guys decide,” Laurence added. “I can’t figure it out.”
Previously, Professor X has been played by Sir Patrick Stewart in several movies, including most recently in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. He’s also set to return in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday.
Laurence first starred in the 20th Century/Marvel film Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer as Norrin Radd/Silver Surfer, and later joined the MCU as Dr Bill Foster in Ant-Man and Wasp and What If…? He also voiced Beyonder and Bill Foster in Disney Channel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur.
Kim Kardashian’s Fuzzy SKIMS Thong is asking folks what's this?
Kim Kardashian just dropped a product that literally no one saw coming, and maybe no one asked for either.
SKIMS introduced its latest “most daring” creation yet: the Faux Hair Micro String Thong. The panty comes with a mix of curly and straight faux hair that covers the private area. The thongs are available in twelve different shades, because apparently, your carpet should now match your drapes or your mood.
The launch rolled out with a hilarious 1970s-style game show ad where the models flaunted the furry fit like it was the next big thing in lingerie innovation.
SKIMS announced the release with the caption, “Just Dropped: The Ultimate Bush.” The internet went wild. Some fans were obsessed with Kim’s sense of humor and bold marketing. Others said it’s a hard pass.
But love it or hate it, Kim K once again managed to break the internet, not with her famous selfies or shapewear, but with a thong that looks like it could star in a wilderness documentary.
The Faux Hair Micro String Thong is available now on the SKIMS website.
SKIMS introduced its latest “most daring” creation yet: the Faux Hair Micro String Thong. The panty comes with a mix of curly and straight faux hair that covers the private area. The thongs are available in twelve different shades, because apparently, your carpet should now match your drapes or your mood.
The launch rolled out with a hilarious 1970s-style game show ad where the models flaunted the furry fit like it was the next big thing in lingerie innovation.
SKIMS announced the release with the caption, “Just Dropped: The Ultimate Bush.” The internet went wild. Some fans were obsessed with Kim’s sense of humor and bold marketing. Others said it’s a hard pass.
But love it or hate it, Kim K once again managed to break the internet, not with her famous selfies or shapewear, but with a thong that looks like it could star in a wilderness documentary.
The Faux Hair Micro String Thong is available now on the SKIMS website.
D’Angelo and Angie Stone’s Son Breaks Silence After Losing Both Parents Months Apart
Michael Archer II is opening up following the devastating loss of both his parents in just seven months.
The 27-year-old son of legendary neo-soul singer D’Angelo and R&B powerhouse Angie Stone is asking for continued prayers after the passing of his father on October 14. D’Angelo, born Michael Eugene Archer, died at 51 after battling pancreatic cancer.
“I am grateful for your thoughts and prayers during these very difficult times, as it has been a very rough and sad year for me,” he shared in a statement to The Breakfast Club’s Loren Lorosa. “I ask that you please continue to keep me in your thoughts as it will not be easy, but one thing that both my parents thought me was to be strong, and I intend to do just that.”
A statement from D’Angelo and Angie Stone’s son Michael on the passing of his father:
“I am grateful for your thoughts and prayers during these very difficult times, as it has been a very rough and sad year for me.” “I ask that you please continue to keep me in your thoughts as… pic.twitter.com/2sptOsy5N8
Earlier this year, Michael lost his mother, Angie Stone, after a tragic car crash in Alabama. She was returning to Atlanta from a performance when the vehicle she was in lost control.
The D’Angelo estate shared that the beloved artist passed peacefully after spending months in the hospital and two weeks in hospice.
Michael Archer II is opening up following the devastating loss of both his parents in just seven months.
The 27-year-old son of legendary neo-soul singer D’Angelo and R&B powerhouse Angie Stone is asking for continued prayers after the passing of his father on October 14. D’Angelo, born Michael Eugene Archer, died at 51 after battling pancreatic cancer.
“I am grateful for your thoughts and prayers during these very difficult times, as it has been a very rough and sad year for me,” he shared in a statement to The Breakfast Club’s Loren Lorosa. “I ask that you please continue to keep me in your thoughts as it will not be easy, but one thing that both my parents thought me was to be strong, and I intend to do just that.”
A statement from D’Angelo and Angie Stone’s son Michael on the passing of his father:
“I am grateful for your thoughts and prayers during these very difficult times, as it has been a very rough and sad year for me.” “I ask that you please continue to keep me in your thoughts as… pic.twitter.com/2sptOsy5N8
Earlier this year, Michael lost his mother, Angie Stone, after a tragic car crash in Alabama. She was returning to Atlanta from a performance when the vehicle she was in lost control.
The D’Angelo estate shared that the beloved artist passed peacefully after spending months in the hospital and two weeks in hospice.
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