#FASHIONFAB: A$AP Rocky and Rihanna at the 2025 Gotham Film Awards
At the 2025 Gotham Film Awards, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky made a stylish appearance, with Rihanna in a pink drop-waist gown by Balenciaga by Pierpaolo Piccioli, accessorized with a feathered cap and black leather gloves.
A$AP Rocky wore a black suit with a striped tie, supporting his nomination for Breakthrough Performer for his role in Highest 2 Lowest.
Cute!
#RHOA: Phaedra is exiting 'Married to Medicine' Season 12
Phaedra Parks – EXITS Married to Medicine' Season 12. Phaedra Parks first joined the cast as a guest in season three, and later returned to the show in seasons 10 and 11 as a main cast member.
However, she skipped the season 11 reunion, and called her co-stars “trash.”
“I’m not going to be able to say that I enjoyed anything about this group because I feel like they’re demonic minions of hell,” she said, via People. “They are those bitches; those mean, angry Black women who are mean to other Black women because they’re fat, they’re funny looking — you know what I’m saying? They’re just jealous and hateful.”
“I don’t see a future with these ladies because they don’t like me and I like people who like me and I don’t try to participate in spaces that I’m not welcome in,” Phaedra added. “So I’m very happy to be leaving. I’m ecstatic.”
She then joined the season 16 cast of Real Housewives of Atlanta midway through filming, and is set to return for season 17.
However, she skipped the season 11 reunion, and called her co-stars “trash.”
“I’m not going to be able to say that I enjoyed anything about this group because I feel like they’re demonic minions of hell,” she said, via People. “They are those bitches; those mean, angry Black women who are mean to other Black women because they’re fat, they’re funny looking — you know what I’m saying? They’re just jealous and hateful.”
“I don’t see a future with these ladies because they don’t like me and I like people who like me and I don’t try to participate in spaces that I’m not welcome in,” Phaedra added. “So I’m very happy to be leaving. I’m ecstatic.”
She then joined the season 16 cast of Real Housewives of Atlanta midway through filming, and is set to return for season 17.
#MusicNews: Eric Roberson To Celebrate The Holidays On ‘The Greatest Gift Tour 2025’
When he’s not in the studio cooking up his brand of indie soul food, Eric Roberson practically lives on the road. His touring schedule is jam-packed, so it’s only right that he ends the year doing what he loves with a festive twist. Erro is celebrating yet another banner year — that saw him release his new album Beautifully All Over The Place — and the holidays on The Greatest Gift Tour 2025.
This tour follows 2024’s The Greatest Gift: An Eric Roberson Christmas Holiday Tour in support of his debut Christmas album The Greatest Gift: An Eric Roberson Christmas, which he debuted last November. This year’s edition of his holiday tour will once again feature him performing his original Christmas cuts and seasonal classics with his signature flair.
Eric Roberson kicked The Greatest Gift Tour 2025 off in November, but he’ll perform the bulk of shows this month. He’ll bring his musical gifts to stages in Napa, New York City, Philadelphia, Chicago, San Antonio, Houston and Detroit. The tour wraps up in The D on December 21st, leaving him with enough time to get back home to spend Christmas with his lovely family.
View all of Eric’s holiday tour dates and locations below. Tickets to The Greatest Gift Tour 2025 are available for purchase via his website. If Erro won’t be visiting your city on this year’s holiday tour, it appears as though this may be a new annual tradition for him, so there’s always next year to look forward to and lock in.
Eric Roberson The Greatest Gift Tour 2025 dates:
Nov 23 – South Side Music Hall — Dallas, TX
Dec 5 — Blue Note Napa — Napa, CA (Early & Late shows)
Dec 6 — Blue Note Napa — Napa, CA (Early & Late shows)
Dec 12 — SOB’s – New York, NY
Dec 13 — City Winery Philadelphia — Philadelphia, PA
Dec 14 — City Winery Chicago — Chicago, IL
Dec 19 — Triple Double Lounge — San Antonio, TX
Dec 20 – The Collective — Houston, TX
Dec 21 — Sound Board Theater — Detroit, MI
When he’s not in the studio cooking up his brand of indie soul food, Eric Roberson practically lives on the road. His touring schedule is jam-packed, so it’s only right that he ends the year doing what he loves with a festive twist. Erro is celebrating yet another banner year — that saw him release his new album Beautifully All Over The Place — and the holidays on The Greatest Gift Tour 2025.
This tour follows 2024’s The Greatest Gift: An Eric Roberson Christmas Holiday Tour in support of his debut Christmas album The Greatest Gift: An Eric Roberson Christmas, which he debuted last November. This year’s edition of his holiday tour will once again feature him performing his original Christmas cuts and seasonal classics with his signature flair.
Eric Roberson kicked The Greatest Gift Tour 2025 off in November, but he’ll perform the bulk of shows this month. He’ll bring his musical gifts to stages in Napa, New York City, Philadelphia, Chicago, San Antonio, Houston and Detroit. The tour wraps up in The D on December 21st, leaving him with enough time to get back home to spend Christmas with his lovely family.
View all of Eric’s holiday tour dates and locations below. Tickets to The Greatest Gift Tour 2025 are available for purchase via his website. If Erro won’t be visiting your city on this year’s holiday tour, it appears as though this may be a new annual tradition for him, so there’s always next year to look forward to and lock in.
Eric Roberson The Greatest Gift Tour 2025 dates:
Nov 23 – South Side Music Hall — Dallas, TX
Dec 5 — Blue Note Napa — Napa, CA (Early & Late shows)
Dec 6 — Blue Note Napa — Napa, CA (Early & Late shows)
Dec 12 — SOB’s – New York, NY
Dec 13 — City Winery Philadelphia — Philadelphia, PA
Dec 14 — City Winery Chicago — Chicago, IL
Dec 19 — Triple Double Lounge — San Antonio, TX
Dec 20 – The Collective — Houston, TX
Dec 21 — Sound Board Theater — Detroit, MI
#HipHopNews: Blogger Milagro Gramz Shades Megan Thee Stallion After Losing Defamation Lawsuit
Blogger Milagro Gramz isn't letting a lawsuit loss against Megan Thee Stallion keep her from speaking out and throwing shade at the rapper.
On Monday (Dec. 1), shortly after news that a jury found Milagro "Gramz" Cooper liable of defamation, promotion of an altered sexual depiction and intentional infliction of emotional distress, she hopped on Instagram Live to address the situation.
"I'ma start working on my mixtape because apparently the only place where you can bully people and talk crazy and pop sh*t is in the studio," Gramz said, throwing subs at Megan. "But anywhere else it's off limits. So I'ma go get on my mixtape sh*t and make sure I channel all my energy into my raps and put that out and let that be artistic expression."
Gramz went on to say she was proud of herself for standing up for something she believed in, which is assumed to be her right to freedom of speech and to report on topics she saw fit.
"I hope that you can see the bigger picture and you can understand what new media is," Gramz continued. "I hope that you understand that the things that we do and the work that we put in is valuable. Solid bi**hes they ain't built, they born, you understand? I'm happy that I stood up for something I believe in, followed it all the way through and I don't need validation from anybody else about those things."
During the livestream, Gramz blocked a user who said, "I heard you lost your lawsuit."
The jury also ruled Gramz to be a media defendant and awarded Megan $75,000 in punitive damages. That sum that could fall to $59,000 pending the judge’s own ruling on Gramz's status as a media defendant and if the judge dismisses the defamation claim. No final judgment has been filed from the judge, which means the jury verdict still stands.
AsiliA Law Firm, the firm representing Milagro Gramz, issued a statement on Dec. 1 following the jury's verdict.
"While many outlets are reporting that Ms. Cooper was found liable for Defamation, the Final Judgment of the Court is that Ms. Cooper is not liable for Defamation. Ms. Cooper ultimately prevailed on Ms. Pete's [Megan Thee Stallion] leading accusation, Defamation, and the jury awarded a nominal amount of damages compared to millions of dollars Ms. Pete demanded from Ms. Cooper throughout the course of the litigation."
Legal reporter Meghan Cuniff announced the verdict from the Miami courtroom through live reporting yesterday.
Megan sued Cooper in October of 2024, for defamation, promotion of an altered sexual depiction and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Megan accused the blogger of colluding with Tory Lanez and his father, Sonstar Peterson, to harass Megan online and discredit her claims of being shot by Tory in the summer of 2020. The defamation campaign allegedly included spreading fake rumors and sharing a fake video depicting Megan engaging in a sex act.
Blogger Milagro Gramz isn't letting a lawsuit loss against Megan Thee Stallion keep her from speaking out and throwing shade at the rapper.
On Monday (Dec. 1), shortly after news that a jury found Milagro "Gramz" Cooper liable of defamation, promotion of an altered sexual depiction and intentional infliction of emotional distress, she hopped on Instagram Live to address the situation.
"I'ma start working on my mixtape because apparently the only place where you can bully people and talk crazy and pop sh*t is in the studio," Gramz said, throwing subs at Megan. "But anywhere else it's off limits. So I'ma go get on my mixtape sh*t and make sure I channel all my energy into my raps and put that out and let that be artistic expression."
Gramz went on to say she was proud of herself for standing up for something she believed in, which is assumed to be her right to freedom of speech and to report on topics she saw fit.
"I hope that you can see the bigger picture and you can understand what new media is," Gramz continued. "I hope that you understand that the things that we do and the work that we put in is valuable. Solid bi**hes they ain't built, they born, you understand? I'm happy that I stood up for something I believe in, followed it all the way through and I don't need validation from anybody else about those things."
During the livestream, Gramz blocked a user who said, "I heard you lost your lawsuit."
The jury also ruled Gramz to be a media defendant and awarded Megan $75,000 in punitive damages. That sum that could fall to $59,000 pending the judge’s own ruling on Gramz's status as a media defendant and if the judge dismisses the defamation claim. No final judgment has been filed from the judge, which means the jury verdict still stands.
AsiliA Law Firm, the firm representing Milagro Gramz, issued a statement on Dec. 1 following the jury's verdict.
"While many outlets are reporting that Ms. Cooper was found liable for Defamation, the Final Judgment of the Court is that Ms. Cooper is not liable for Defamation. Ms. Cooper ultimately prevailed on Ms. Pete's [Megan Thee Stallion] leading accusation, Defamation, and the jury awarded a nominal amount of damages compared to millions of dollars Ms. Pete demanded from Ms. Cooper throughout the course of the litigation."
Legal reporter Meghan Cuniff announced the verdict from the Miami courtroom through live reporting yesterday.
Megan sued Cooper in October of 2024, for defamation, promotion of an altered sexual depiction and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Megan accused the blogger of colluding with Tory Lanez and his father, Sonstar Peterson, to harass Megan online and discredit her claims of being shot by Tory in the summer of 2020. The defamation campaign allegedly included spreading fake rumors and sharing a fake video depicting Megan engaging in a sex act.
Aubrey O’Day Says Diddy Fired Her From Danity Kane Because She Wouldn't Participate 'Sexually'
Aubrey O’Day is alleging that her exit from Danity Kane was directly tied to refusing sexual advances from Diddy.
In Netflix’s new docuseries Sean Combs: The Reckoning, O’Day recounts what she describes as a pattern of inappropriate behavior from the music mogul, dating back to her earliest days on Making the Band 3. O’Day says Combs immediately positioned her differently from her groupmates, calling her “the looker” and holding her to “a different set of expectations.” That, she says, created an environment where she “naturally float[ed] into the grooming.”
According to O’Day, the situation escalated when Combs began sending explicit emails. She reads one message aloud in the series, including lines such as: “I don’t wanna just fuck you. I wanna turn you out… I make my woman do what I tell her to do, and she loves it… If you change your mind and get ready to do what I say, hit me.”
She notes that the message ended with, “God bless, Diddy. God is the greatest.”
“This is your boss at your work sending you that email,” O’Day says in the docuseries. “What happens in real life to anyone else? Your boss gets fired.” Instead, she claims that six months later, she was the one pushed out. “I absolutely felt that I was fired for not participating sexually,” she says, adding that she later learned Diddy and fellow member Dawn Richard were working on another project, and cutting her allowed him to “move that entire audience” to his new venture.
Combs’ legal team declined to comment on O’Day’s specific allegations, but issued a broader statement to Variety criticizing the documentary as “one-sided” and driven by “longstanding personal grievances” and “financial motives.” They said Combs would not litigate the claims in the “biased” docuseries.
Elsewhere in the series, O’Day addresses an affidavit from a separate civil case in which a woman alleges she accidentally walked into a room where O’Day appeared unconscious and was being sexually assaulted by Combs and another man. O’Day says she has no memory of the incident and emphasized that she “didn’t drink like that at all.”
“Does this mean I was raped?” she asks in the documentary. “I don’t even know if I was raped, and I don’t want to know.” She says the uncertainty has weighed heavily on her, not only personally, but because contradicting another accuser could be weaponized by Combs’ legal team. Combs has not responded to O’Day’s claims in the documentary.
Aubrey O’Day is alleging that her exit from Danity Kane was directly tied to refusing sexual advances from Diddy.
In Netflix’s new docuseries Sean Combs: The Reckoning, O’Day recounts what she describes as a pattern of inappropriate behavior from the music mogul, dating back to her earliest days on Making the Band 3. O’Day says Combs immediately positioned her differently from her groupmates, calling her “the looker” and holding her to “a different set of expectations.” That, she says, created an environment where she “naturally float[ed] into the grooming.”
According to O’Day, the situation escalated when Combs began sending explicit emails. She reads one message aloud in the series, including lines such as: “I don’t wanna just fuck you. I wanna turn you out… I make my woman do what I tell her to do, and she loves it… If you change your mind and get ready to do what I say, hit me.”
She notes that the message ended with, “God bless, Diddy. God is the greatest.”
“This is your boss at your work sending you that email,” O’Day says in the docuseries. “What happens in real life to anyone else? Your boss gets fired.” Instead, she claims that six months later, she was the one pushed out. “I absolutely felt that I was fired for not participating sexually,” she says, adding that she later learned Diddy and fellow member Dawn Richard were working on another project, and cutting her allowed him to “move that entire audience” to his new venture.
Combs’ legal team declined to comment on O’Day’s specific allegations, but issued a broader statement to Variety criticizing the documentary as “one-sided” and driven by “longstanding personal grievances” and “financial motives.” They said Combs would not litigate the claims in the “biased” docuseries.
Elsewhere in the series, O’Day addresses an affidavit from a separate civil case in which a woman alleges she accidentally walked into a room where O’Day appeared unconscious and was being sexually assaulted by Combs and another man. O’Day says she has no memory of the incident and emphasized that she “didn’t drink like that at all.”
“Does this mean I was raped?” she asks in the documentary. “I don’t even know if I was raped, and I don’t want to know.” She says the uncertainty has weighed heavily on her, not only personally, but because contradicting another accuser could be weaponized by Combs’ legal team. Combs has not responded to O’Day’s claims in the documentary.
Venus Williams Shares Never-Before-Seen Engagement Photos, Including a Side Boob-Baring Bridal Dress
The athlete and actor-producer Andrea Preti got engaged earlier this year.
Venus Williams got engaged to her fiancé Andrea Preti nearly a year ago, but for the first time, she's sharing never-before-seen photos from their celebratory portrait session.
"Engaged 1/31/25💫," the star athlete captioned her latest Instagram carousel, posted earlier today.
In the photos, Williams sports a white Prada halter dress as she poses with Preti, an actor and producer. The couple didn't publicly reveal their engagement until months later.
Andrea Preti and Venus Williams in an Instagram photo posted on December 2, 2025.
The 45-year-old tennis icon first generated engagement buzz back in February when she stepped out with not one, but two different diamond rings on her left hand over the span of a few weeks—and following her first singles match in over a year, she revealed that her fiancé had indeed popped the question.
After serving up aces at the Mubadala Citi DC Open in Washington, DC on Tuesday, July 22, Williams confirmed she was engaged to Preti while opening up about how the One More Day actor has supported her continuing to pursue her tennis dreams.
Catching up with Williams following her singles win—her first since 2023—interviewer and former tennis star Rennae Stubbs appeared to already be in the know about Williams’s updated relationship status.
Venus Williams winning a singles match at the Mubadala Citi DC Open 2025 on July 22.
“You are now an engaged woman. So, how has Andrea helped you in this comeback?” She asked her, noting, “You’re happy, a smile on your face. I mean, how much has he made a difference in your life?"
The seven-time Grand Slam winner—who has been romantically linked to the 37-year-old ex-model since last summer—couldn’t stop beaming as she shared rare comments about her fiancé.
"My fiancé is here and he really encouraged me to keep playing," she said, revealing that Preti had “never seen [her] play” before.
Williams also credited her beau for keeping her accountable with tennis, admitting, "There were so many times where I just wanted to coast and kind of chill. Do you know how hard it is to play tennis? You guys don’t know how much work goes into this, like it’s 9 to 5 except you’re running the whole time,” she shared. “He encouraged me to get through this and it’s wonderful to be here.”
The athlete and actor-producer Andrea Preti got engaged earlier this year.
Venus Williams got engaged to her fiancé Andrea Preti nearly a year ago, but for the first time, she's sharing never-before-seen photos from their celebratory portrait session.
"Engaged 1/31/25💫," the star athlete captioned her latest Instagram carousel, posted earlier today.
In the photos, Williams sports a white Prada halter dress as she poses with Preti, an actor and producer. The couple didn't publicly reveal their engagement until months later.
Andrea Preti and Venus Williams in an Instagram photo posted on December 2, 2025.
The 45-year-old tennis icon first generated engagement buzz back in February when she stepped out with not one, but two different diamond rings on her left hand over the span of a few weeks—and following her first singles match in over a year, she revealed that her fiancé had indeed popped the question.
After serving up aces at the Mubadala Citi DC Open in Washington, DC on Tuesday, July 22, Williams confirmed she was engaged to Preti while opening up about how the One More Day actor has supported her continuing to pursue her tennis dreams.
Catching up with Williams following her singles win—her first since 2023—interviewer and former tennis star Rennae Stubbs appeared to already be in the know about Williams’s updated relationship status.
Venus Williams winning a singles match at the Mubadala Citi DC Open 2025 on July 22.
“You are now an engaged woman. So, how has Andrea helped you in this comeback?” She asked her, noting, “You’re happy, a smile on your face. I mean, how much has he made a difference in your life?"
The seven-time Grand Slam winner—who has been romantically linked to the 37-year-old ex-model since last summer—couldn’t stop beaming as she shared rare comments about her fiancé.
"My fiancé is here and he really encouraged me to keep playing," she said, revealing that Preti had “never seen [her] play” before.
Williams also credited her beau for keeping her accountable with tennis, admitting, "There were so many times where I just wanted to coast and kind of chill. Do you know how hard it is to play tennis? You guys don’t know how much work goes into this, like it’s 9 to 5 except you’re running the whole time,” she shared. “He encouraged me to get through this and it’s wonderful to be here.”
Jussie Smollett Has No Issue With Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Heart Part 5’ Deepfake:
During an episode of Cam Newton’s Funky Fridays podcast over the weekend, the Empire star reflected on Lamar’s controversial 2022 “The Heart Part 5” music video, in which the rapper morphed into deepfaked versions of embattled Black male celebrities such as Smollett, Will Smith, O.J. Simpson, Ye (formerly Kanye West) and Nipsey Hussle.
“Maybe I’m completely naive, so don’t f—ing fill me in about anything… but I don’t know. I don’t know what Kendrick meant by the video. I really don’t,” Smollett said with a laugh. “I respect him as an artist, and that’s about as far as it can go. You ain’t going to see me putting out no diss track against him, I’m not doing that!”
When Lamar dropped “The Heart Part 5,” which won 2023 Grammys for best rap song and best rap performance, he neglected to provide a statement contextualizing the immediately divisive and intensely political music video. Given his selection of Black male celebrities battling various scandals, some viewers interpreted the Dave Free-co-directed video as a commentary on hypocrisy, fame and public perception. “Heart Part 5” earned additional Grammy nominations for best music video, as well as song and record of the year.
The music video, which also picked up two MTV Video Music Awards nods, arrived three years after Smollett was arrested for staging an alleged hate crime, sued by the city of Chicago, and sentenced to 150 days in jail. He ultimately served six days behind bars before being released on bond and having his conviction overturned in 2024. Due to the scandal, Empire writers removed Smollett’s character from the final two episodes of the series’ fifth season. Through the show, Smollett reached the Billboard Hot 100 with soundtrack singles such as “Keep Your Money” (No. 99), “You’re So Beautiful” (No. 47, with Yazz) and “Conqueror” (No. 42, with Estelle).
“Most people have made up their minds about what they want to believe,” the vocalist told Newton. “Either way, okay. Because at this point, my people know. My mother has always known. My siblings have always known. My love has always known.”
For his part, Lamar is up for another nine Grammy nominations at the 2026 awards show. At February’s ceremony, Lamar will contend in a slew of categories, including album of the year (GNX) and song and record of the year (“Luther,” with SZA). At the 2025 Grammys, the Pulitzer Prize winner took home five trophies for his searing Drake diss “Not Like Us.”
Serena Williams, 44, denies that she's resuming tennis career
Hours after the news broke on Tuesday that Serena Williams had reentered the International Tennis Integrity Agency's (ITIA) registered testing pool, the 23-time major champion disputed that it meant she was planning a return to the sport.
"Omg yall I'm NOT coming back," Williams, 44, posted on X. "This wildfire is crazy"
Williams, widely considered the greatest women's player in the sport's history, retired from tennis in 2022 following the US Open. She has since reportedly asked to be reinstated and her name is included in the most recent list of players in the testing pool, dated Oct. 6. The Athletic first reported Williams' inclusion on the list on Tuesday.
Jill Smoller, Williams' longtime agent, has not yet responded to ESPN's request for comment.
Per protocol, Williams officially declared herself retired with the ITIA in 2022, which meant she would no longer be subjected to routine drug testing. Her name remains listed on the site as retired, but she would be eligible to return to competition and be listed as a reinstated player following six months of being an active player in the pool. Those players -- which includes most in the top 100 -- must provide their whereabouts at any given time, every day, and participate in random testing. It is unclear why Williams would subject herself to such strict monitoring if she was not considering playing again.
Williams' older sister Venus, 45, made her return to the WTA Tour in July following a 16-month absence. After a memorable first-round exit at the US Open, Serena expressed her pride and admiration for her sister on social media and added "P.S. I hope to be like you," at the end of her post. Venus was asked repeatedly about a potential Serena return throughout the summer, and she admitted she never wanted her to retire.
"I mean, I keep saying to my team, 'The only thing that would make this better is if she was here,' like we always did everything together, so of course I miss her," Venus said at the Citi Open in July. "But if she comes back, I'm sure she'll let y'all know."
Venus recently accepted a wild card to play at the Auckland Open in January. Serena won the last WTA title of her career, and the only one after returning from maternity leave, at the tournament in 2020.
Hours after the news broke on Tuesday that Serena Williams had reentered the International Tennis Integrity Agency's (ITIA) registered testing pool, the 23-time major champion disputed that it meant she was planning a return to the sport.
"Omg yall I'm NOT coming back," Williams, 44, posted on X. "This wildfire is crazy"
Williams, widely considered the greatest women's player in the sport's history, retired from tennis in 2022 following the US Open. She has since reportedly asked to be reinstated and her name is included in the most recent list of players in the testing pool, dated Oct. 6. The Athletic first reported Williams' inclusion on the list on Tuesday.
Jill Smoller, Williams' longtime agent, has not yet responded to ESPN's request for comment.
Per protocol, Williams officially declared herself retired with the ITIA in 2022, which meant she would no longer be subjected to routine drug testing. Her name remains listed on the site as retired, but she would be eligible to return to competition and be listed as a reinstated player following six months of being an active player in the pool. Those players -- which includes most in the top 100 -- must provide their whereabouts at any given time, every day, and participate in random testing. It is unclear why Williams would subject herself to such strict monitoring if she was not considering playing again.
Williams' older sister Venus, 45, made her return to the WTA Tour in July following a 16-month absence. After a memorable first-round exit at the US Open, Serena expressed her pride and admiration for her sister on social media and added "P.S. I hope to be like you," at the end of her post. Venus was asked repeatedly about a potential Serena return throughout the summer, and she admitted she never wanted her to retire.
"I mean, I keep saying to my team, 'The only thing that would make this better is if she was here,' like we always did everything together, so of course I miss her," Venus said at the Citi Open in July. "But if she comes back, I'm sure she'll let y'all know."
Venus recently accepted a wild card to play at the Auckland Open in January. Serena won the last WTA title of her career, and the only one after returning from maternity leave, at the tournament in 2020.
Will Smith’s Alleged Longtime Friend Claims Jada Pinkett Smith
A bombshell new lawsuit claims #JadaPinkettSmith threatened Will Smith’s former close friend for sharing alleged private details about their personal life.
Bilaal Salaam, who has described himself as previously being a longtime friend of #WillSmith, has filed a $3 million lawsuit against Jada Pinkett Smith, accusing her of threatening his life after he allegedly disclosed personal information about her. According to the complaint, obtained by Page Six, on September 25, 2021, during Will’s birthday party, Jada allegedly confronted Salaam in a lobby with about seven members of her entourage. He claims she told him that if he kept “telling her personal business,” he would “end up missing or catch a bullet,” and demanded he sign a nondisclosure agreement “or else.”
As Salaam left, he says one of her associates followed him to his car and continued to threaten him verbally. Salaam further claims that after he declined involvement in crisis-management efforts following the 2022 #Oscars slap incident involving Will, he was subject to a “retaliatory campaign,” including additional threats, when he pursued a memoir and spoke out. On top of all of that, Salaam is suing Jada for “intentional infliction of emotional distress” because she denied his claims that he had seen her husband engage in s3xual behavior with men.
He says Jada’s public denial of the allegations damaged his credibility, resulting in severe emotional distress, reputational harm, financial loss and overall personal disruption. Reps for Jada and Will have not responded to the lawsuit yet.
Bilaal Salaam, who has described himself as previously being a longtime friend of #WillSmith, has filed a $3 million lawsuit against Jada Pinkett Smith, accusing her of threatening his life after he allegedly disclosed personal information about her. According to the complaint, obtained by Page Six, on September 25, 2021, during Will’s birthday party, Jada allegedly confronted Salaam in a lobby with about seven members of her entourage. He claims she told him that if he kept “telling her personal business,” he would “end up missing or catch a bullet,” and demanded he sign a nondisclosure agreement “or else.”
As Salaam left, he says one of her associates followed him to his car and continued to threaten him verbally. Salaam further claims that after he declined involvement in crisis-management efforts following the 2022 #Oscars slap incident involving Will, he was subject to a “retaliatory campaign,” including additional threats, when he pursued a memoir and spoke out. On top of all of that, Salaam is suing Jada for “intentional infliction of emotional distress” because she denied his claims that he had seen her husband engage in s3xual behavior with men.
He says Jada’s public denial of the allegations damaged his credibility, resulting in severe emotional distress, reputational harm, financial loss and overall personal disruption. Reps for Jada and Will have not responded to the lawsuit yet.
Tamar Braxton Lawyers Up After Funky Dineva Accused Her Of Hooking Up w/ Mendeecees Harris
Tamar Braxton and her legal team are shutting down a viral accusation made by Funky Dineva, calling it nothing more than a “completely untrue rumor.” The commentator recently alleged Tamar was involved in an inappropriate relationship with Mendeecees, a claim her camp says is entirely fabricated. In a firm statement shared with fans, Tamar’s attorney stressed that the story had no basis in truth and was being addressed immediately.
Tamar echoed that message directly, telling the public, “I’m letting my lawyers take it from here,” making it clear she plans to let legal action speak louder than online speculation.
Tamar Braxton and her legal team are shutting down a viral accusation made by Funky Dineva, calling it nothing more than a “completely untrue rumor.” The commentator recently alleged Tamar was involved in an inappropriate relationship with Mendeecees, a claim her camp says is entirely fabricated. In a firm statement shared with fans, Tamar’s attorney stressed that the story had no basis in truth and was being addressed immediately.
Tamar echoed that message directly, telling the public, “I’m letting my lawyers take it from here,” making it clear she plans to let legal action speak louder than online speculation.
Dineva broke the internet Monday night, when he claimed that Tamar and Mendeecees were making out in a car?
Man pleads guilty to murder of gay University of Mississippi student Jimmie 'Jay' Lee
Sheldon "Timothy" Herrington Jr., 25, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder on Monday, over three and a half years after Lee went missing from his student housing complex in Oxford early on the morning of July 8, 2022. He is set to be sentenced on Tuesday.
Lee was a pillar in Ole Miss' LGBTQ+ community, known for his creative fashion and makeup, and for performing as drag queen Jay Divaa in Oxford’s drag night. At just 20 years old, he had already graduated from the university and was pursuing a masters degree.
Police believed that Lee, who was 20 at the time of his death, was murdered, but the whereabouts of his body were unknown. A judge declared him legally dead in November, 2024, before his skeletal remains were found by deer hunters in a forest in Carroll County in February this year. No cause of death was able to be determined due to the decomposition.
Lee was involved in a secret sexual relationship with Herrington, who was in the closet, and an active member of the Abundant Life Assembly, an Apostolic Christian church where his father was an assistant pastor. Herrington became an immediate suspect in the case, and was arrested and charged with capital murder two weeks after Lee's disappearance.
Snapchat messages contained in court documents reportedly show Herrington lured Lee to his death on the evening of July 7 with the promise of reciprocating oral sex. Lee had suspicions about Herrington’s intentions, writing that he was “just tryna lure me over there to beat my ass or something,” to which Herrington replied, “you trippin.”
Lee was messaging another friend about the conversation at the time, though he did not specifically identify Herrington. Lee was never heard from again, and the friend contacted law enforcement.
Surveillance footage showed a person matching Herrington’s description jogging away from Lee's last known whereabouts. Herrington was later seen on security cameras buying duct tape and driving to his parent’s house with a company truck to pick up a wheelbarrow and a shovel. Police found that he had also made an internet search for “how long does it take to strangle someone gabby petito," referencing the high-profile case of a young woman killed by her boyfriend.
Prosecutors allege Herrington strangled Lee because he feared their relationship might become public, theorizing that Herrington strangled Lee in his apartment, jogged from the scene, and later used his company’s truck to dispose of Lee’s body.
Herrington admitted to a casual relationship with Lee when police questioned him, but denied knowledge of his whereabouts. K-9 dogs trained to detect the presence of cadavers alerted four times in Herrington’s apartment: once in the living room and three times in the bedroom.
A mistrial was initially declared last year after jurors remained deadlocked after nearly ten hours of deliberation, unable to find Herrington guilty on either capital murder, first-degree murder, second-degree murder, or manslaughter by culpable negligence — nor could they find him conclusively not guilty. The second-degree murder plea is slightly lower than the initial charge of capital murder, though it still carries a maximum sentence of life in prison.
RHOP’s Wendy and Eddie Osefo Fraud Trial: Judge Grants Co-Defendants Request
It’s been a busy morning in the Carroll County Circuit Court in Maryland. Real Housewives of Potomac stars Wendy Osefo and Eddie Osefo appeared in front of a judge, and it looks like they’ve changed their minds about tackling the charges separately. According to a boots-on-the-ground report, the pair asked a judge to move forward as co-defendants.
In October, the RHOP stars were arrested for over a dozen fraud charges each. Prosecutors accused them of staging a burglary at their house and then making multiple false insurance claims for a long list of luxury items.
Last month, Wendy filed paperwork to be tried separately from Eddie. She also asked for the charges to be tossed out because of an “illegal” arrest. Eddie submitted a similar request through his legal team, and it all raised eyebrows among RHOP fans.
That brings us to their court hearing on Tuesday, December 2. The What Else Is Going On podcast attended. According to their report on Twitter/X, Wendy and Eddie asked to be tried as co-defendants, a change in course from what they originally requested. The judge granted their request, so the case will move on with the husband and wife duo as co-defendants.
Their next hearing is scheduled for December 19. Until then, Wendy is staying positive. At BravoCon 2025, she addressed the charges and reiterated that they’re “just allegations.” She promised that she and Eddie would continue to push forward.
“I am just so grateful for the support I’ve gotten from my cast members, as well as our production team, as well as Bravo. I am overwhelmed by the love, so thank you so much,” she told the crowd.
It’s been a busy morning in the Carroll County Circuit Court in Maryland. Real Housewives of Potomac stars Wendy Osefo and Eddie Osefo appeared in front of a judge, and it looks like they’ve changed their minds about tackling the charges separately. According to a boots-on-the-ground report, the pair asked a judge to move forward as co-defendants.
In October, the RHOP stars were arrested for over a dozen fraud charges each. Prosecutors accused them of staging a burglary at their house and then making multiple false insurance claims for a long list of luxury items.
Last month, Wendy filed paperwork to be tried separately from Eddie. She also asked for the charges to be tossed out because of an “illegal” arrest. Eddie submitted a similar request through his legal team, and it all raised eyebrows among RHOP fans.
That brings us to their court hearing on Tuesday, December 2. The What Else Is Going On podcast attended. According to their report on Twitter/X, Wendy and Eddie asked to be tried as co-defendants, a change in course from what they originally requested. The judge granted their request, so the case will move on with the husband and wife duo as co-defendants.
Their next hearing is scheduled for December 19. Until then, Wendy is staying positive. At BravoCon 2025, she addressed the charges and reiterated that they’re “just allegations.” She promised that she and Eddie would continue to push forward.
“I am just so grateful for the support I’ve gotten from my cast members, as well as our production team, as well as Bravo. I am overwhelmed by the love, so thank you so much,” she told the crowd.
LaToya Jackson's latest pic is sparking New Health Concerns
La Toya Jackson sparked a wave of concern and support from fans after posting photos on Instagram Monday that showed her thin appearance.
The 69-year-old singer shared a series of images wearing a long-sleeved red top, black pants, gold heels, and a chunky chain belt.
“Happy Monday guys! Wishing you all a fabulous week! Stay safe, healthy and much love to you all!😘,” Jackson wrote in the caption.
The post drew mixed reactions from followers. Some users expressed worry about her weight, while others jumped to her defense.
“Latoya has always been petite, and it’s normal to lose muscle mass as you get older,” one fan commented.
Another wrote, “Y’all please don’t be unkind I think Latoya is having some health challenges.”
The Instagram post comes weeks after Jackson shared a video from a doctor’s office without explaining the reason for her visit.
“I’m here at the doctor again, so I’m hoping that everything goes well with me, all results are good,” she said in that video. Family members Taryll Jackson and Brandi Jackson both commented “love you” on the post.
Jackson has not publicly disclosed whether she is dealing with any health issues, according to Page Six.
The 69-year-old singer shared a series of images wearing a long-sleeved red top, black pants, gold heels, and a chunky chain belt.
“Happy Monday guys! Wishing you all a fabulous week! Stay safe, healthy and much love to you all!😘,” Jackson wrote in the caption.
The post drew mixed reactions from followers. Some users expressed worry about her weight, while others jumped to her defense.
“Latoya has always been petite, and it’s normal to lose muscle mass as you get older,” one fan commented.
Another wrote, “Y’all please don’t be unkind I think Latoya is having some health challenges.”
The Instagram post comes weeks after Jackson shared a video from a doctor’s office without explaining the reason for her visit.
“I’m here at the doctor again, so I’m hoping that everything goes well with me, all results are good,” she said in that video. Family members Taryll Jackson and Brandi Jackson both commented “love you” on the post.
Jackson has not publicly disclosed whether she is dealing with any health issues, according to Page Six.
Beckham Jr.'s Viral Comments About Making $100 Million Last
Shannon Sharpe doesn’t understand how Odell Beckham Jr. couldn’t make $100 million last a lifetime.
Sharpe responded to the viral clip of OBJ on The Pivot podcast talking about how $100 million is hard to make stretch during a segment of Nightcap that came out on Dec. 1.
“OBJ, I’ going to be honest with you, bro,” began Sharpe. “If you get 60 million dollars liquid and that can’t last you a lifetime, you’ve got a problem.”
“Do you really need 10 houses? Do you really need 15 cars? Do you need to buy everybody in your family a house that costs a million or two million dollars?” Sharpe asked before diving into how expensive that would be.
“First of all, if you buy somebody in your family a house that costs a million or two, first of all, they can’t afford the upkeep on it,” he said. “You buy somebody a Mercedes, a Ferarri, a high-end car…if something happens to it, who are they calling?”
Sharpe added that he thinks even spending just four million a year, without having a business is wild. “You out of your damn mind,” he said.
OBJ has sparked an internet-wide conversation about the value of $100 million with his comments from the October episode of the Pivot podcast, which have recently gone viral.
“I always explain this to people, you give somebody a five-year, $100 million contract, that’s five years for 60,” he said. “We’re getting taxed. That’s 12 million a year that you have to spend, use, save, invest, flaunt, whatever.”
“I’m just being real,” OBJ continued. “I’m going to buy a car, get my mom a house. Everything costs money. If you're spending $4 million a year, that’s really $40 million over five years, eight million a year. You start breaking down the numbers, and that’s a five-year span, you’re getting eight million. Can you make that last forever?”
Shannon Sharpe doesn’t understand how Odell Beckham Jr. couldn’t make $100 million last a lifetime.
Sharpe responded to the viral clip of OBJ on The Pivot podcast talking about how $100 million is hard to make stretch during a segment of Nightcap that came out on Dec. 1.
“OBJ, I’ going to be honest with you, bro,” began Sharpe. “If you get 60 million dollars liquid and that can’t last you a lifetime, you’ve got a problem.”
“Do you really need 10 houses? Do you really need 15 cars? Do you need to buy everybody in your family a house that costs a million or two million dollars?” Sharpe asked before diving into how expensive that would be.
“First of all, if you buy somebody in your family a house that costs a million or two, first of all, they can’t afford the upkeep on it,” he said. “You buy somebody a Mercedes, a Ferarri, a high-end car…if something happens to it, who are they calling?”
Sharpe added that he thinks even spending just four million a year, without having a business is wild. “You out of your damn mind,” he said.
OBJ has sparked an internet-wide conversation about the value of $100 million with his comments from the October episode of the Pivot podcast, which have recently gone viral.
“I always explain this to people, you give somebody a five-year, $100 million contract, that’s five years for 60,” he said. “We’re getting taxed. That’s 12 million a year that you have to spend, use, save, invest, flaunt, whatever.”
“I’m just being real,” OBJ continued. “I’m going to buy a car, get my mom a house. Everything costs money. If you're spending $4 million a year, that’s really $40 million over five years, eight million a year. You start breaking down the numbers, and that’s a five-year span, you’re getting eight million. Can you make that last forever?”
Ray J Calls Out Beyoncé and Jay-Z for Not Taking Pictures With Brandy on Tour
Ray J is calling out Beyoncé and Jay-Z for seemingly not taking any pictures with Brandy when they come to The Boy Is Mine tour shows.
Ray J posted a message directed to one of the music industry’s most powerful couples on Instagram, in the form of a video directly addressing them for what he suggests is a slight against his sister.
“N****a need to pull up when they pull up to the show,” said Ray J. “Come on, say ‘what’s up’ to Brandy. JAY-Z and Beyonce, for y’all to come to every show and not speak to B. I don’t like that.”
Ray J continued on, claiming that Bey and Jay come to “every show” and never take pictures with Brandy like they do Monica. “Y’all walk by Brand’s room and never say what’s up,” he added, clarifying that Brandy didn’t know he made the video and would probably be upset with him for doing it.
However, he let it be known that he was “crashing out” for his sister — in the video, and in the caption. “THIS IS COMING FROM THE HEART!! And I LOVE MY FAMILY AND I LOVE JAY AND BEY!! ——BRANDY AND THE FAMILY DID NOT CO-SIGN THIS! - SHES SUPER FOCUSED ON MAKING EVERY SHOW GREAT! - I WILL PROB GET IN TROUBLE FOR THIS!! - BUT I LOVE JAY Z AND BEY!!” wrote Ray J.
Back in 2017, rumors stirred that there was beef between the two when Brandy’s former songwriter and friend TC hopped on social media to suggest that she didn’t like Bey.
Brandy eventually responded to TC’s claim, posting a picture with her and writing, “This is about truth. I love me some Bey and I love me some Solange. Now I’m done with it.”
Ray J is calling out Beyoncé and Jay-Z for seemingly not taking any pictures with Brandy when they come to The Boy Is Mine tour shows.
Ray J posted a message directed to one of the music industry’s most powerful couples on Instagram, in the form of a video directly addressing them for what he suggests is a slight against his sister.
“N****a need to pull up when they pull up to the show,” said Ray J. “Come on, say ‘what’s up’ to Brandy. JAY-Z and Beyonce, for y’all to come to every show and not speak to B. I don’t like that.”
Ray J continued on, claiming that Bey and Jay come to “every show” and never take pictures with Brandy like they do Monica. “Y’all walk by Brand’s room and never say what’s up,” he added, clarifying that Brandy didn’t know he made the video and would probably be upset with him for doing it.
However, he let it be known that he was “crashing out” for his sister — in the video, and in the caption. “THIS IS COMING FROM THE HEART!! And I LOVE MY FAMILY AND I LOVE JAY AND BEY!! ——BRANDY AND THE FAMILY DID NOT CO-SIGN THIS! - SHES SUPER FOCUSED ON MAKING EVERY SHOW GREAT! - I WILL PROB GET IN TROUBLE FOR THIS!! - BUT I LOVE JAY Z AND BEY!!” wrote Ray J.
Back in 2017, rumors stirred that there was beef between the two when Brandy’s former songwriter and friend TC hopped on social media to suggest that she didn’t like Bey.
Brandy eventually responded to TC’s claim, posting a picture with her and writing, “This is about truth. I love me some Bey and I love me some Solange. Now I’m done with it.”
Gay Actor BD Wong Apologizes for Making a Racist Joke on Threads
BD Wong is facing backlash after making a racist joke on his Threads account.
The Jurassic World actor has issued multiple apologies for the comment, which was directed at social media influencer Mike Holston, who regularly films content featuring exotic animals like crocodiles, snakes, and lizards, and has over 16 million followers on Instagram.
Mike had posted a video of himself holding an unidentified animal with the caption, “Name this animal… wrong answers only.”
In a now-deleted reply, BD wrote, “It appears to be a Black man.”
Many users called out the actor for playing into a dehumanizing comparison rooted in racism.
“Y’all I made a very bad joke. As most people in hot water do, I deleted it for Damage Control but it’s out there & continues to hurt & disappoint & I’m really sorry about the hurt part,” the Law & Order actor wrote in his first Threads apology. “Super dumb, but I tried to follow the ‘Wrong Answers Only’ prompt w/the wrongest answer. This succeeded only in that it was Super Wrong. I know nobody gets a free pass. I’m sorry if this #wtfbd moment tarnished any respect you may’ve had for me. & thanks if you advocate for an internet that’s safe for everybody.”
He later shared a second statement, saying he wanted to acknowledge the seriousness of the situation: “I want to elaborate re a racist comment I posted, to clarify that I recognize & accept the responsibility for how terrible it is. It’s also wrong to try to ‘explain’ anything, & I think that causes a further breaking down in folks’ trust.”
“Let me please spend the energy on how wrong I know it is to exploit a despicable, racist trope in the supposed spirit of humor; I do know better, but again no excuses. Very sorry for the hurt I’ve caused & for taking lightly something so deeply injurious.”
As of now, Mike hasn’t publicly responded to BD’s comments.
The Jurassic World actor has issued multiple apologies for the comment, which was directed at social media influencer Mike Holston, who regularly films content featuring exotic animals like crocodiles, snakes, and lizards, and has over 16 million followers on Instagram.
Mike had posted a video of himself holding an unidentified animal with the caption, “Name this animal… wrong answers only.”
In a now-deleted reply, BD wrote, “It appears to be a Black man.”
Many users called out the actor for playing into a dehumanizing comparison rooted in racism.
“Y’all I made a very bad joke. As most people in hot water do, I deleted it for Damage Control but it’s out there & continues to hurt & disappoint & I’m really sorry about the hurt part,” the Law & Order actor wrote in his first Threads apology. “Super dumb, but I tried to follow the ‘Wrong Answers Only’ prompt w/the wrongest answer. This succeeded only in that it was Super Wrong. I know nobody gets a free pass. I’m sorry if this #wtfbd moment tarnished any respect you may’ve had for me. & thanks if you advocate for an internet that’s safe for everybody.”
He later shared a second statement, saying he wanted to acknowledge the seriousness of the situation: “I want to elaborate re a racist comment I posted, to clarify that I recognize & accept the responsibility for how terrible it is. It’s also wrong to try to ‘explain’ anything, & I think that causes a further breaking down in folks’ trust.”
“Let me please spend the energy on how wrong I know it is to exploit a despicable, racist trope in the supposed spirit of humor; I do know better, but again no excuses. Very sorry for the hurt I’ve caused & for taking lightly something so deeply injurious.”
As of now, Mike hasn’t publicly responded to BD’s comments.
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Returns for Season 18 with 14 New Queens Competing for $200,000
*MTV has unveiled the cast for Season 18 of the Emmy® Award-winning series “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” which will return Friday, January 2nd at 8:00 PM ET/PT with 90-minute episodes. Per the news release, fourteen new queens will enter the Werk Room, each vying for the coveted title of “America’s Next Drag Superstar,” a cash prize of $200,000, and an official makeup collaboration with Anastasia Beverly Hills Cosmetics, courtesy of the video game RuPaul’s Drag Race Match Queen.
The premiere challenge, titled “Reclaim! Renew! Rejoice!,” invites the queens to pay homage to Drag Race legends by crafting signature looks from leftover treasures in the Drag Race vaults. It promises to showcase their charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent as they kick off the competition.
Following the main episode, the Emmy® award-winning aftershow “RuPaul’s Drag Race: Untucked” will air at 9:30 PM ET/PT on MTV. “Untucked” offers fans a behind-the-scenes look at the queens’ backstage reactions and the drama that unfolds while they await the judges’ decisions.
Fans eager to meet the new cast can watch individual interviews and view official Season 18 images on the RuPaul’s Drag Race YouTube channel. The channel provides a first glimpse at the queens’ personalities and their visions for the season.
Season 18 is sponsored by ViiV Healthcare and Native. For the latest updates, news, and exclusive content, fans can follow RuPaul’s Drag Race across social media platforms, including X, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, Facebook, and join the conversation using #DragRace.
The 14 new queens include:
Athena Dion – Miami, FL | @athenadion
Named after the Greek goddess, Athena Dion brings legendary energy wherever she goes. A talented hostess and prolific drag mother, she has built a dynasty spanning Miami and Mykonos, Greece, counting Morphine Love Dion and Plane Jane among her drag daughters. This season, Athena makes Drag Race herstory alongside Juicy Love Dion, marking the first-ever mother/daughter duo to compete together.
Briar Blush – Boston, MA | @briarblush
Boston’s pin-up princess, Briar Blush is a walking contradiction: retro yet edgy, goth yet glamorous, sweet but with a sting. With her signature jet black hair and killer beat, she commands attention wherever she goes. Named after the thorns on a rose, Briar’s sharp wit and prickly personality prove she’s not here to be liked– she’s here to be remembered.
Ciara Myst – Indianapolis, IN | @the_ciara_myst
Indy’s shapeshifting superstar, Ciara Myst blends sci-fi, horror, fantasy, and magic into her drag. A prosthetic makeup artist with credits ranging from Dynasty to Marvel Studios productions, Ciara Myst crafts her own costumes and promises to bring creature transformations to life on the main stage. A little ooky spooky, a little ethereal, Ciara Myst is ready to haunt, mesmerize, and transform the competition one look at a time.
Darlene Mitchell – Los Angeles, CA | @itsdarlenebtw
A country, camp queen, Darlene Mitchell blends soap opera glamour with Midwestern trailer trash panache. Known for her signature Peg Bundy-style hair, she originally hails from Greentown, Indiana, and once performed under the name Trash. After 10 years in drag– but a 5 year hiatus from the performance circuit– Darlene comes to the competition to see if RuPaul and the main stage can coax her back out of her bedroom once more.
DD Fuego – New York, NY | @ddfuego
Fiery and feisty, DD Fuego is a full-on production, serving runway-ready looks with a wink and a nod. Born in Monterey, Mexico, she brings the heat without the cha-cha-cha Latina clichés. A former production designer for TV and off-Broadway theater, she created behind the scenes before stepping into the spotlight. High heat and maximum impact– DD Fuego leaves nothing on the stage but smoke.
Discord Addams – St. Petersburg, FL | @discordxaddams
Who’s ready for a little chaos? Discord Addams is a high-fashion punk rock maximalist, serving looks packed with safety pins, studs, and unapologetic attitude. Known for playing guitar in a punk rock band, Discord brings a dark, raw energy to the stage. Her ultimate goal: to trade the mosh pit for the runway and become a bona fide drag rock star.
Jane Don’t – Seattle, WA | @heyjanedont
Inspired by old-school funny ladies like Bette Midler and Joan Rivers, Jane is a comedy queen serving up sharp jokes and even sharper shoulder pads. Counting as her drag sisters both Bosco (Drag Race Season 14 and All Stars 10) and Irene The Alien (Drag Race Season 15 and All Stars 10), Jane Don’t walks into the competition ready to make her own mark – and make the other queens sweat.
Juicy Love Dion – Miami, FL | @thejuicylove
Small in size, colossal in talent, Juicy Love Dion turns every performance into a masterclass in dance. Self-described as “Miami’s Afro-Cuban dancing doll,” Juicy brings energy, precision, and flair to every stage she steps on. A proud member of the Dion Dynasty, she’s the drag daughter of Morphine Love Dion, and technically the drag granddaughter of fellow competitor Athena Dion– proving that in the Dion Dynasty, the juice flows through every generation.
Kenya Pleaser – Sumter, SC | @kenyapleaser
This Southern showstopper is already serving you the answer to the question in her name: Can you please her? Only if you can handle all this auntie energy and attitude! A celebrated Lizzo impersonator, Kenya mixes heart, humor, and high energy performances that get the crowd on their feet. Kenya is here to show the world that Southern charm, curves, and confidence are a winning combination.
Mandy Mango – Philadelphia, PA | @mandyy.mango
“A mango a day keeps the doctor away!” Mandy Mango is Philly’s favorite fruit, serving kooky, conceptual looks with playful flair. By day, she’s a nurse specializing in HIV and sexual health, caring for the LGBT community– by night, she’s giving the stage a healthy dose of fruity energy. With a cheeky bedside manner, Mandy Mango prescribes high doses of charisma, charm, and contagious energy with every performance.
Mia Starr – West Palm Beach, FL | @theofficialmiastarr
Mia Starr is a 90s/early 2000s hip-hop dancing diva bringing urban style, sharp choreography, and powerhouse personality to the main stage. A talented backup dancer with world tour credits for Rihanna and Britney and a Super Bowl performance with J Lo, she started drag 17 years ago, took a 14-year break to chase her dance career, and now she’s back – ready to shine front and center.
Myki Meeks – Orlando, FL | @myki.meeks
“Gorgeously stupid, and stupidly gorgeous,” Myki Meeks is Orlando’s dynamic theatrical powerhouse. A self-described “recovering theater kid,” Myki blends glamour with camp, lights up the room as a host, and is known back home for her quick wit and ease with a microphone. A talented actress and consummate performer, Myki brings a stage presence that will keep the competition on its toes.
Nini Coco – Denver, CO | @theninicoco
A high-energy, high-fashion diva from the Mile High City, Nini Coco is equal parts theatrical and fierce. A skilled costume designer, she blends conceptual looks with show-stopping performances. Having quit her day job as a mechanical engineer, she’s here to prove that trading blueprints for sequins is a risk worth taking – because in her world, it’s all or nothing.
Vita VonTesse Starr – Montgomery, AL | @vitavontessestarr
Calling herself “Queen V,” Vita VonTesse Starr is a pageant powerhouse and an icon of opulence. Hailing from the famed Starr drag family, she’s a multi-titleholder who brings elegance, precision, and a flair for the dramatic to every performance. Vita handcrafts show-stopping looks that match her stage presence, making her a formidable competitor in any sewing challenges.
Meet the cast in the clip HERE
The premiere challenge, titled “Reclaim! Renew! Rejoice!,” invites the queens to pay homage to Drag Race legends by crafting signature looks from leftover treasures in the Drag Race vaults. It promises to showcase their charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent as they kick off the competition.
Following the main episode, the Emmy® award-winning aftershow “RuPaul’s Drag Race: Untucked” will air at 9:30 PM ET/PT on MTV. “Untucked” offers fans a behind-the-scenes look at the queens’ backstage reactions and the drama that unfolds while they await the judges’ decisions.
Fans eager to meet the new cast can watch individual interviews and view official Season 18 images on the RuPaul’s Drag Race YouTube channel. The channel provides a first glimpse at the queens’ personalities and their visions for the season.
Season 18 is sponsored by ViiV Healthcare and Native. For the latest updates, news, and exclusive content, fans can follow RuPaul’s Drag Race across social media platforms, including X, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, Facebook, and join the conversation using #DragRace.
The 14 new queens include:
Athena Dion – Miami, FL | @athenadion
Named after the Greek goddess, Athena Dion brings legendary energy wherever she goes. A talented hostess and prolific drag mother, she has built a dynasty spanning Miami and Mykonos, Greece, counting Morphine Love Dion and Plane Jane among her drag daughters. This season, Athena makes Drag Race herstory alongside Juicy Love Dion, marking the first-ever mother/daughter duo to compete together.
Briar Blush – Boston, MA | @briarblush
Boston’s pin-up princess, Briar Blush is a walking contradiction: retro yet edgy, goth yet glamorous, sweet but with a sting. With her signature jet black hair and killer beat, she commands attention wherever she goes. Named after the thorns on a rose, Briar’s sharp wit and prickly personality prove she’s not here to be liked– she’s here to be remembered.
Ciara Myst – Indianapolis, IN | @the_ciara_myst
Indy’s shapeshifting superstar, Ciara Myst blends sci-fi, horror, fantasy, and magic into her drag. A prosthetic makeup artist with credits ranging from Dynasty to Marvel Studios productions, Ciara Myst crafts her own costumes and promises to bring creature transformations to life on the main stage. A little ooky spooky, a little ethereal, Ciara Myst is ready to haunt, mesmerize, and transform the competition one look at a time.
Darlene Mitchell – Los Angeles, CA | @itsdarlenebtw
A country, camp queen, Darlene Mitchell blends soap opera glamour with Midwestern trailer trash panache. Known for her signature Peg Bundy-style hair, she originally hails from Greentown, Indiana, and once performed under the name Trash. After 10 years in drag– but a 5 year hiatus from the performance circuit– Darlene comes to the competition to see if RuPaul and the main stage can coax her back out of her bedroom once more.
DD Fuego – New York, NY | @ddfuego
Fiery and feisty, DD Fuego is a full-on production, serving runway-ready looks with a wink and a nod. Born in Monterey, Mexico, she brings the heat without the cha-cha-cha Latina clichés. A former production designer for TV and off-Broadway theater, she created behind the scenes before stepping into the spotlight. High heat and maximum impact– DD Fuego leaves nothing on the stage but smoke.
Discord Addams – St. Petersburg, FL | @discordxaddams
Who’s ready for a little chaos? Discord Addams is a high-fashion punk rock maximalist, serving looks packed with safety pins, studs, and unapologetic attitude. Known for playing guitar in a punk rock band, Discord brings a dark, raw energy to the stage. Her ultimate goal: to trade the mosh pit for the runway and become a bona fide drag rock star.
Jane Don’t – Seattle, WA | @heyjanedont
Inspired by old-school funny ladies like Bette Midler and Joan Rivers, Jane is a comedy queen serving up sharp jokes and even sharper shoulder pads. Counting as her drag sisters both Bosco (Drag Race Season 14 and All Stars 10) and Irene The Alien (Drag Race Season 15 and All Stars 10), Jane Don’t walks into the competition ready to make her own mark – and make the other queens sweat.
Juicy Love Dion – Miami, FL | @thejuicylove
Small in size, colossal in talent, Juicy Love Dion turns every performance into a masterclass in dance. Self-described as “Miami’s Afro-Cuban dancing doll,” Juicy brings energy, precision, and flair to every stage she steps on. A proud member of the Dion Dynasty, she’s the drag daughter of Morphine Love Dion, and technically the drag granddaughter of fellow competitor Athena Dion– proving that in the Dion Dynasty, the juice flows through every generation.
Kenya Pleaser – Sumter, SC | @kenyapleaser
This Southern showstopper is already serving you the answer to the question in her name: Can you please her? Only if you can handle all this auntie energy and attitude! A celebrated Lizzo impersonator, Kenya mixes heart, humor, and high energy performances that get the crowd on their feet. Kenya is here to show the world that Southern charm, curves, and confidence are a winning combination.
Mandy Mango – Philadelphia, PA | @mandyy.mango
“A mango a day keeps the doctor away!” Mandy Mango is Philly’s favorite fruit, serving kooky, conceptual looks with playful flair. By day, she’s a nurse specializing in HIV and sexual health, caring for the LGBT community– by night, she’s giving the stage a healthy dose of fruity energy. With a cheeky bedside manner, Mandy Mango prescribes high doses of charisma, charm, and contagious energy with every performance.
Mia Starr – West Palm Beach, FL | @theofficialmiastarr
Mia Starr is a 90s/early 2000s hip-hop dancing diva bringing urban style, sharp choreography, and powerhouse personality to the main stage. A talented backup dancer with world tour credits for Rihanna and Britney and a Super Bowl performance with J Lo, she started drag 17 years ago, took a 14-year break to chase her dance career, and now she’s back – ready to shine front and center.
Myki Meeks – Orlando, FL | @myki.meeks
“Gorgeously stupid, and stupidly gorgeous,” Myki Meeks is Orlando’s dynamic theatrical powerhouse. A self-described “recovering theater kid,” Myki blends glamour with camp, lights up the room as a host, and is known back home for her quick wit and ease with a microphone. A talented actress and consummate performer, Myki brings a stage presence that will keep the competition on its toes.
Nini Coco – Denver, CO | @theninicoco
A high-energy, high-fashion diva from the Mile High City, Nini Coco is equal parts theatrical and fierce. A skilled costume designer, she blends conceptual looks with show-stopping performances. Having quit her day job as a mechanical engineer, she’s here to prove that trading blueprints for sequins is a risk worth taking – because in her world, it’s all or nothing.
Vita VonTesse Starr – Montgomery, AL | @vitavontessestarr
Calling herself “Queen V,” Vita VonTesse Starr is a pageant powerhouse and an icon of opulence. Hailing from the famed Starr drag family, she’s a multi-titleholder who brings elegance, precision, and a flair for the dramatic to every performance. Vita handcrafts show-stopping looks that match her stage presence, making her a formidable competitor in any sewing challenges.
Meet the cast in the clip HERE
Def Comedy Jam Returns to Television on REVOLT, Celebrating Iconic Comedy Moment
*Def Comedy Jam is officially back on television, this time exclusively on REVOLT, the youth culture multimedia platform.
Per the news release, the iconic series, which transformed stand-up comedy and launched the careers of some of the genre’s biggest names, will air weeknights at 11 PM ET, bringing its legendary performances to a new generation.
The show introduced audiences to comedians who became cultural pillars, including Bernie Mac, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, and Kevin Hart. Def Comedy Jam offered a platform for uncensored comedy that reflected real life, real language, and real audiences, establishing itself as both entertainment and a cultural touchstone. REVOLT is now reviving that legacy.
“Def Comedy Jam opened the door for so many of us, and forever changed the landscape of the genre. It gave Black comedians the space to tell our stories and jokes exactly the way we wanted,” said Cedric The Entertainer. “Seeing the show come back to life on REVOLT proves that the foundation we built is still inspiring audiences today.”
Deon Graham, Chief Content Officer at REVOLT, emphasized the importance of preserving the show’s cultural impact. “Def Comedy Jam changed the game and proved how powerful our voices are when presented without filters,” he said. “Bringing it to REVOLT is about protecting the legacy, honoring the architects, and giving a new generation direct access to the truth and energy that shaped the culture. This is history presented with intention.”
With its return, Def Comedy Jam will feature its archive of groundbreaking performances on a network built for creators, storytelling, and cultural authenticity. The show’s legendary punchlines, electrifying energy, and breakout performances are now accessible to viewers every weeknight on REVOLT.
Fans can join the conversation on social media using #DefComedyJamOnREVOLT or follow @revolt for updates. More information and local listings are available at www.revolt.tv a
*Def Comedy Jam is officially back on television, this time exclusively on REVOLT, the youth culture multimedia platform.
Per the news release, the iconic series, which transformed stand-up comedy and launched the careers of some of the genre’s biggest names, will air weeknights at 11 PM ET, bringing its legendary performances to a new generation.
The show introduced audiences to comedians who became cultural pillars, including Bernie Mac, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, and Kevin Hart. Def Comedy Jam offered a platform for uncensored comedy that reflected real life, real language, and real audiences, establishing itself as both entertainment and a cultural touchstone. REVOLT is now reviving that legacy.
“Def Comedy Jam opened the door for so many of us, and forever changed the landscape of the genre. It gave Black comedians the space to tell our stories and jokes exactly the way we wanted,” said Cedric The Entertainer. “Seeing the show come back to life on REVOLT proves that the foundation we built is still inspiring audiences today.”
Deon Graham, Chief Content Officer at REVOLT, emphasized the importance of preserving the show’s cultural impact. “Def Comedy Jam changed the game and proved how powerful our voices are when presented without filters,” he said. “Bringing it to REVOLT is about protecting the legacy, honoring the architects, and giving a new generation direct access to the truth and energy that shaped the culture. This is history presented with intention.”
With its return, Def Comedy Jam will feature its archive of groundbreaking performances on a network built for creators, storytelling, and cultural authenticity. The show’s legendary punchlines, electrifying energy, and breakout performances are now accessible to viewers every weeknight on REVOLT.
Fans can join the conversation on social media using #DefComedyJamOnREVOLT or follow @revolt for updates. More information and local listings are available at www.revolt.tv a
Versace Has a New Owner Again and This Time It’s Prada
In a major move that could reshape the luxury fashion industry, Prada Group confirmed Tuesday that it has acquired iconic Milan-based label Versace for 1.25 billion euros, roughly $1.4 billion.
“This acquisition brings together two legendary Italian fashion houses under one roof,” Prada Group said in a December 2, 2025 statement.
The deal strengthens Prada Group’s position as a top-tier player in the global luxury market, now managing Prada, Miu Miu, and Versace. It also gives the company more leverage to compete with major conglomerates like LVMH and Kering.
Versace, founded in 1978 by Gianni Versace, has long been a symbol of opulence and bold Italian design. The brand was previously owned by Capri Holdings, formerly Michael Kors Holdings, which bought it in 2018 for about $2.1 billion.
Industry experts see this move as a win for Italy’s high end identity. By keeping Versace in Italian hands, Prada Group is preserving the nation’s fashion heritage while expanding its creative and commercial reach.
It’s unknown what is next for Versace. However, the company has seen a dip in revenue this year as the acquisition neared. Hopefully, Prada Group can return Versace to its glory days.
“This acquisition brings together two legendary Italian fashion houses under one roof,” Prada Group said in a December 2, 2025 statement.
The deal strengthens Prada Group’s position as a top-tier player in the global luxury market, now managing Prada, Miu Miu, and Versace. It also gives the company more leverage to compete with major conglomerates like LVMH and Kering.
Versace, founded in 1978 by Gianni Versace, has long been a symbol of opulence and bold Italian design. The brand was previously owned by Capri Holdings, formerly Michael Kors Holdings, which bought it in 2018 for about $2.1 billion.
Industry experts see this move as a win for Italy’s high end identity. By keeping Versace in Italian hands, Prada Group is preserving the nation’s fashion heritage while expanding its creative and commercial reach.
It’s unknown what is next for Versace. However, the company has seen a dip in revenue this year as the acquisition neared. Hopefully, Prada Group can return Versace to its glory days.
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES
Courtesy of P.O.Wm
You might as well just wear your underwear.
Too bad I didn't have video of her getting out of the backseat of the car
HAVE A GREAT DAY ALL!!!
EFREM
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