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#RHOA: Drew Sidora says she could be left homeless, asks judge to reverse vacate order
Real Housewives of Atlanta’ star Drew Sidora says she and her oldest child will be left homeless after a judge ordered her to vacate her house with her estranged husband by the end of May.
According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Sidora told the judge that she does not have the “financial resources” to get a new home or the time to move into one by the time the judge’s order to vacate goes into effect.
Sidora and her estranged husband, Ralph Pittman, are in the middle of a messy divorce.
Pittman was recently awarded primary custody of the couple’s two children. According to the court documents, Pittman has been living in the basement of their home while Sidora lives upstairs.
Sidora took to social media to address some of the things that have come out about their divorce.
“Ralph and I are committed to co-parenting and doing what’s best for our children,” she said in a post on X. “While certain things are beyond my control, my focus remains on showing up every day as the best mother I can be.”
“My children are my priority, and I’m committed to leading with love, peace, and positivity. There is no ill intent toward anyone just a continued focus on healing, evolving, and becoming the best version of myself,” the post continued.
Some details regarding my divorce have recently become public, although the process is not yet finalized. During this time, Ralph and I are committed to co-parenting and doing what’s best for our children.
While certain things are beyond my control, my focus…
Along with the two children the couple has together, Sidora also has a 14-year-old son from a previous relationship.
According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Sidora told the judge that she does not have the “financial resources” to get a new home or the time to move into one by the time the judge’s order to vacate goes into effect.
Sidora and her estranged husband, Ralph Pittman, are in the middle of a messy divorce.
Pittman was recently awarded primary custody of the couple’s two children. According to the court documents, Pittman has been living in the basement of their home while Sidora lives upstairs.
Sidora took to social media to address some of the things that have come out about their divorce.
“Ralph and I are committed to co-parenting and doing what’s best for our children,” she said in a post on X. “While certain things are beyond my control, my focus remains on showing up every day as the best mother I can be.”
“My children are my priority, and I’m committed to leading with love, peace, and positivity. There is no ill intent toward anyone just a continued focus on healing, evolving, and becoming the best version of myself,” the post continued.
Some details regarding my divorce have recently become public, although the process is not yet finalized. During this time, Ralph and I are committed to co-parenting and doing what’s best for our children.
While certain things are beyond my control, my focus…
Along with the two children the couple has together, Sidora also has a 14-year-old son from a previous relationship.
#MusicNews: LutherVandross,SADE, Wu-Tang Clan! Meet the 2026 Rock Hall inductees!
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced its newest class of inductees Monday night. Are all of the artists what one would consider rock ‘n’ roll? It matters not.
‘Not fair for actual fans’: Cavs’ first playoff game this season is only on one streaming service
Here’s a look at who nabbed the coveted honor for the class of 2026:
Performer Category:
Phil Collins
Billy Idol
Iron Maiden
Joy Division/New Order
Oasis
Sade
Luther Vandross
Wu-Tang Clan
Early Influence Award:
Celia Cruz
Fela Kuti
Queen Latifah
MC Lyte
Gram Parsons
Musical Excellence Award:
Linda Creed
Arif Mardin
Jimmy Miller
Rick Rubin
Ahmet Ertegun Award: Ed Sullivan
In order to be considered for the honor, artists must have released their first commercial recording at least 25 years ago. More than 1,200 people in the music business (musicians, historians, producers, journalists) did their part to decide who got in and who didn’t make the cut.
“Induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is music’s highest honor. We look forward to celebrating these remarkable artists at this year’s ceremony — it’s going to be an unforgettable night”, Rock Hall chairman John Sykes said in a statement.
This is the first year Phil Collins, Luther Vandross and Wu-Tang Clan were nominated. All of the others in the performer category had been nominated previously. Take a look to see which musicians were nominated this year, but didn’t get the final approval right here.
As a refresher, here’s who was inducted last year: Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Soundgarden, Joe Cocker, Salt-N-Pepa, The White Stripes, Carol Kaye, Nicky Hopkins, Lenny Waronker, Thom Bell and Warren Zevon.
This year’s induction ceremony is taking place in Los Angeles on Nov. 14. The show will be available for viewing in December on Disney+. The ceremony is coming back to Cleveland next year.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced its newest class of inductees Monday night. Are all of the artists what one would consider rock ‘n’ roll? It matters not.
‘Not fair for actual fans’: Cavs’ first playoff game this season is only on one streaming service
Here’s a look at who nabbed the coveted honor for the class of 2026:
Performer Category:
Phil Collins
Billy Idol
Iron Maiden
Joy Division/New Order
Oasis
Sade
Luther Vandross
Wu-Tang Clan
Early Influence Award:
Celia Cruz
Fela Kuti
Queen Latifah
MC Lyte
Gram Parsons
Musical Excellence Award:
Linda Creed
Arif Mardin
Jimmy Miller
Rick Rubin
Ahmet Ertegun Award: Ed Sullivan
In order to be considered for the honor, artists must have released their first commercial recording at least 25 years ago. More than 1,200 people in the music business (musicians, historians, producers, journalists) did their part to decide who got in and who didn’t make the cut.
“Induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is music’s highest honor. We look forward to celebrating these remarkable artists at this year’s ceremony — it’s going to be an unforgettable night”, Rock Hall chairman John Sykes said in a statement.
This is the first year Phil Collins, Luther Vandross and Wu-Tang Clan were nominated. All of the others in the performer category had been nominated previously. Take a look to see which musicians were nominated this year, but didn’t get the final approval right here.
As a refresher, here’s who was inducted last year: Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Soundgarden, Joe Cocker, Salt-N-Pepa, The White Stripes, Carol Kaye, Nicky Hopkins, Lenny Waronker, Thom Bell and Warren Zevon.
This year’s induction ceremony is taking place in Los Angeles on Nov. 14. The show will be available for viewing in December on Disney+. The ceremony is coming back to Cleveland next year.
#HipHopNews: Young Thug Debuts Rainbow-Colored Hair During Coachella Performance
On Sunday (April 12), Young Thug rocked the 2026 Coachella Music & Arts Festival in Indio, Calif., with his energetic set at the festival's first weekend. The Atlanta rapper don a hairstyle featuring various colors of the rainbow twisted in shades of blue, green, purple, yellow and red. Thug also brought out a few surprise guests to help him perform some of his hits.
According to Revolt TV, Thugger kicked off his set performing "Ski" and censored Gunna's name in the lyrics. He brought out his first guest Ty Dolla $ign to spit his verse from "Carnival," his collaborative hit song with Ye. Thug then welcomed Camila Cabello to the stage to perform their duet song, "Havana," for the first time in seven years since the 2019 Grammy Awards.
Among other hits Young Thug performed included "Digits" and "Lifestyle." Additionally, the set featured a live debut of "Trimski," his collabo track with Nav, who joined him onstage as a surprise guest.
Another viral moment from his set came when Thug paused the show and ordered the crowd to form mosh pits before he performed his lit track, "Hot." However, Thugger instructed the crowd to protect Ye's daughter, North West, and singer-actress Teyana Taylor, and move them away before fans start turning up in the mosh pits.
"North get out of the way. Teyana, get out the way," he said. "Where North at man? Protect North."
Overall, no one got hurt and Young Thug delivered a memorable set at Coachella. Thugger is slated to bring his rainbow vibes back to the desert again for another set during the festival's second weekend.
According to Revolt TV, Thugger kicked off his set performing "Ski" and censored Gunna's name in the lyrics. He brought out his first guest Ty Dolla $ign to spit his verse from "Carnival," his collaborative hit song with Ye. Thug then welcomed Camila Cabello to the stage to perform their duet song, "Havana," for the first time in seven years since the 2019 Grammy Awards.
Among other hits Young Thug performed included "Digits" and "Lifestyle." Additionally, the set featured a live debut of "Trimski," his collabo track with Nav, who joined him onstage as a surprise guest.
Another viral moment from his set came when Thug paused the show and ordered the crowd to form mosh pits before he performed his lit track, "Hot." However, Thugger instructed the crowd to protect Ye's daughter, North West, and singer-actress Teyana Taylor, and move them away before fans start turning up in the mosh pits.
"North get out of the way. Teyana, get out the way," he said. "Where North at man? Protect North."
Overall, no one got hurt and Young Thug delivered a memorable set at Coachella. Thugger is slated to bring his rainbow vibes back to the desert again for another set during the festival's second weekend.
'Ride Along 3' In Early Talks; Kevin Hart, Ice Cube, Will Packer And Tim Story Involved In Discussions
Ice Cube and Kevin Hart are back for another chapter in the Ride Along franchise.
Deadline reports that Hart and Ice Cube are reuniting for Ride Along 3, with producer Will Packer and director Tim Story also in early talks to return to the film series. Daniel Gold is set to write the script.
According to the article, the original stars and creative team have wanted to make a third film for a long time, but they could never agree on ideas regarding the third film’s direction. Supposedly, Gold’s script gives the team something they can all agree on.
Along with Packer, who will produce via Will Packer Productions, Ice Cube and Hart are set to produce through their separate companies, Cube Vision and Hartbeat Productions. Story will produce via his company, The Story Company.
The third film’s plot is being tightly guarded, but if you know anything about the franchise, then you’re probably familiar with Hart’s character Ben Barber, a security guard, having to prove himself to his girlfriend’s brother, elite police officer James Payton, played by Ice Cube. The first film saw the duo taking on Atlanta’s crime, and the second took them to Miami to bust a drug dealer’s ring, which extended to Atlanta’s streets.
Ice Cube and Kevin Hart are back for another chapter in the Ride Along franchise.
Deadline reports that Hart and Ice Cube are reuniting for Ride Along 3, with producer Will Packer and director Tim Story also in early talks to return to the film series. Daniel Gold is set to write the script.
According to the article, the original stars and creative team have wanted to make a third film for a long time, but they could never agree on ideas regarding the third film’s direction. Supposedly, Gold’s script gives the team something they can all agree on.
Along with Packer, who will produce via Will Packer Productions, Ice Cube and Hart are set to produce through their separate companies, Cube Vision and Hartbeat Productions. Story will produce via his company, The Story Company.
The third film’s plot is being tightly guarded, but if you know anything about the franchise, then you’re probably familiar with Hart’s character Ben Barber, a security guard, having to prove himself to his girlfriend’s brother, elite police officer James Payton, played by Ice Cube. The first film saw the duo taking on Atlanta’s crime, and the second took them to Miami to bust a drug dealer’s ring, which extended to Atlanta’s streets.
Angel Reese sparks ticket sales spike for Atlanta Dream
The 2026 WNBA season already features significant intrigue after Angel Reese’s shocking trade to the Atlanta Dream recently.
The former LSU Tigers superstar is entering her third professional season following a standout collegiate career. However, Reese’s new adventure in Atlanta is already yielding massive results for her new franchise.
Tickets distributing platform StubHub revealed Thursday that the Dream are seeing an increase of over 15 times its normal ticket sales since Reese’s trade announcement.
The outspoken forward was drafted seventh overall by the Sky back in 2024 prior to Chicago’s shocking trade. Many women’s basketball fans were left stunned by Atlanta’s acquisition just weeks after the league’s new CBA deal.
Reese is undoubtedly one of the biggest stars in the WNBA, alongside notable scorers like Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Plum and Sabrina Ionescu. Meanwhile, the Indiana Fever boast several top talents like Clark, Sophie Cunningham and Lexie Hull.
However, the 23 year old is also significantly popular for her off-court abilities in addition to her physical play. Reese recently featured in a stunning Victoria’s Secret campaign that took over New York City.
Meanwhile, Atlanta’s move for Reese immediately makes her the most-recognized player in the Dream locker room. Fans can immediately latch on to their new superstar after the franchise averaged just over 4,400 fans a season ago.
It’s clear that Reese’s presence makes the Dream one of the biggest draws in the WNBA despite Atlanta’s playoff push in 2025. The Dream posted the third-best record in the entire league during the regular season.
However, the Southeast squad failed to give local fans the star power that they desire. The addition of Reese immediately fixes that problem and provides Atlanta with one of the most exciting players in the WNBA.
Reese’s “Unapologetically Angel” podcast is also making the WNBA star a must-watch figure when she’s not balling out on the court. She is one of several top players that continues to build their own sports media presence.
The former LSU Tigers superstar is entering her third professional season following a standout collegiate career. However, Reese’s new adventure in Atlanta is already yielding massive results for her new franchise.
Tickets distributing platform StubHub revealed Thursday that the Dream are seeing an increase of over 15 times its normal ticket sales since Reese’s trade announcement.
The outspoken forward was drafted seventh overall by the Sky back in 2024 prior to Chicago’s shocking trade. Many women’s basketball fans were left stunned by Atlanta’s acquisition just weeks after the league’s new CBA deal.
Reese is undoubtedly one of the biggest stars in the WNBA, alongside notable scorers like Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Plum and Sabrina Ionescu. Meanwhile, the Indiana Fever boast several top talents like Clark, Sophie Cunningham and Lexie Hull.
However, the 23 year old is also significantly popular for her off-court abilities in addition to her physical play. Reese recently featured in a stunning Victoria’s Secret campaign that took over New York City.
Meanwhile, Atlanta’s move for Reese immediately makes her the most-recognized player in the Dream locker room. Fans can immediately latch on to their new superstar after the franchise averaged just over 4,400 fans a season ago.
It’s clear that Reese’s presence makes the Dream one of the biggest draws in the WNBA despite Atlanta’s playoff push in 2025. The Dream posted the third-best record in the entire league during the regular season.
However, the Southeast squad failed to give local fans the star power that they desire. The addition of Reese immediately fixes that problem and provides Atlanta with one of the most exciting players in the WNBA.
Reese’s “Unapologetically Angel” podcast is also making the WNBA star a must-watch figure when she’s not balling out on the court. She is one of several top players that continues to build their own sports media presence.
Peacock Renews The 'Burbs Starring Keke Palmer For Season 2 After Strong Debut
The 'Burbs has been officially renewed for a second season by Peacock, continuing the success of the suburban mystery comedy series. The show stars and is executive produced by Keke Palmer, who leads the ensemble in this fresh take on neighborhood secrets and intrigue.
The renewal announcement comes just two months after the series launched with a high-profile premiere on Super Bowl Sunday, February 8. The timing maximized visibility, with promotional spots airing during the game on both NBC and Peacock. Immediately following the broadcast, all eight episodes of The 'Burbs were released simultaneously on the streaming platform.
This strategic launch contributed to The 'Burbs achieving the highest Day 1 viewership ever recorded for a Peacock original series. The strong reception highlights the show's appeal and sets high expectations for the upcoming season.
The combination of a well-timed premiere, star power from Keke Palmer, and the unique blend of comedy and mystery has resonated with audiences, prompting Peacock to invest further in the series. Fans can look forward to more episodes expanding on the quirky suburban mysteries and character-driven storytelling introduced in the first season.
As Peacock continues to build its original content slate, the renewal of The 'Burbs underscores the platform’s commitment to diverse and engaging programming that attracts broad audiences right from launch.
The renewal announcement comes just two months after the series launched with a high-profile premiere on Super Bowl Sunday, February 8. The timing maximized visibility, with promotional spots airing during the game on both NBC and Peacock. Immediately following the broadcast, all eight episodes of The 'Burbs were released simultaneously on the streaming platform.
This strategic launch contributed to The 'Burbs achieving the highest Day 1 viewership ever recorded for a Peacock original series. The strong reception highlights the show's appeal and sets high expectations for the upcoming season.
The combination of a well-timed premiere, star power from Keke Palmer, and the unique blend of comedy and mystery has resonated with audiences, prompting Peacock to invest further in the series. Fans can look forward to more episodes expanding on the quirky suburban mysteries and character-driven storytelling introduced in the first season.
As Peacock continues to build its original content slate, the renewal of The 'Burbs underscores the platform’s commitment to diverse and engaging programming that attracts broad audiences right from launch.
Mary J. Blige Opens Up About Addiction and Road to Recovery
*Mary J. Blige may wear the crown of Hip-Hop Soul today, but the road to that title was paved with struggles that almost destroyed her.
The iconic singer has never shied away from channeling personal pain into her music. Albums like “My Life” and “Growing Pains” stand as testaments to a woman who transformed heartbreak and struggle into something millions could relate to, but behind those records was a reality far darker than most fans knew.
In 2007, Blige opened up to the New York Times about the emotional weight behind “Growing Pains.” “It was years of painfulness to get to this point,” she said. “And that’s why I named the album Growing Pains because it was that moment that I realized, you know what, it’s going to take a lot more growing and a lot more pain to sustain this breakthrough.”
Her 1994 album “My Life” captured a moment when she was drowning in substance abuse, releasing it as an emotional distress signal to the world during one of the most turbulent chapters of her life. By 2001, she had arrived at what she describes as a defining crossroads between survival and surrender.
“I was dying. I had come off of being an alcoholic and a drug addict and everything else. And I just — it was either put up or shut up. It was two choices. It was: You want to live or you want to die?” Blige recalled, per Vice. Faced with that reality, she turned to prayer, pleading for someone to enter her life and help her find solid ground.
That answer came in the form of Kendu Issacs, her husband at the time. “And so I prayed and I was like, ‘Lord, you’ve got to help me, you’ve got to send me someone that’s going to help me or send me a friend or something,'” Mary J. Blige continued. “And here he comes. And he just started questioning me and challenging me and not being afraid to go against me in a positive way up against that negative stuff.”
Blige and Isaacs were together for over a decade, tying the knot in 2003 and ultimately going their separate ways when their divorce was finalized in 2018. During their time together, Isaacs played a dual role in Blige’s life, serving as both her manager and a collaborator on her music.
The relationship eventually deteriorated, prompting Blige to file for divorce in 2016. The split was far from amicable. Blige alleged that Isaacs had been unfaithful and accused him of mishandling her finances. As the primary earner in the marriage, Blige was ordered to pay Isaacs temporary spousal support while the legal proceedings played out before the divorce was officially settled in 2018.
Reflecting on her younger self, Blige has expressed a deep longing for the kind of guidance and support she never had during her most painful and uncertain years.
“I wish I could just take her, and I wish I could raise her. Me, this Mary. Because she just wanted to sing, and she didn’t know anything about the music business. She always cared about people more than she cared about herself. And she would give so much away to people. No one would give her anything back. And it would hurt her really badly,” Blige told the New York Times.
The iconic singer has never shied away from channeling personal pain into her music. Albums like “My Life” and “Growing Pains” stand as testaments to a woman who transformed heartbreak and struggle into something millions could relate to, but behind those records was a reality far darker than most fans knew.
In 2007, Blige opened up to the New York Times about the emotional weight behind “Growing Pains.” “It was years of painfulness to get to this point,” she said. “And that’s why I named the album Growing Pains because it was that moment that I realized, you know what, it’s going to take a lot more growing and a lot more pain to sustain this breakthrough.”
Her 1994 album “My Life” captured a moment when she was drowning in substance abuse, releasing it as an emotional distress signal to the world during one of the most turbulent chapters of her life. By 2001, she had arrived at what she describes as a defining crossroads between survival and surrender.
“I was dying. I had come off of being an alcoholic and a drug addict and everything else. And I just — it was either put up or shut up. It was two choices. It was: You want to live or you want to die?” Blige recalled, per Vice. Faced with that reality, she turned to prayer, pleading for someone to enter her life and help her find solid ground.
That answer came in the form of Kendu Issacs, her husband at the time. “And so I prayed and I was like, ‘Lord, you’ve got to help me, you’ve got to send me someone that’s going to help me or send me a friend or something,'” Mary J. Blige continued. “And here he comes. And he just started questioning me and challenging me and not being afraid to go against me in a positive way up against that negative stuff.”
Blige and Isaacs were together for over a decade, tying the knot in 2003 and ultimately going their separate ways when their divorce was finalized in 2018. During their time together, Isaacs played a dual role in Blige’s life, serving as both her manager and a collaborator on her music.
The relationship eventually deteriorated, prompting Blige to file for divorce in 2016. The split was far from amicable. Blige alleged that Isaacs had been unfaithful and accused him of mishandling her finances. As the primary earner in the marriage, Blige was ordered to pay Isaacs temporary spousal support while the legal proceedings played out before the divorce was officially settled in 2018.
Reflecting on her younger self, Blige has expressed a deep longing for the kind of guidance and support she never had during her most painful and uncertain years.
“I wish I could just take her, and I wish I could raise her. Me, this Mary. Because she just wanted to sing, and she didn’t know anything about the music business. She always cared about people more than she cared about herself. And she would give so much away to people. No one would give her anything back. And it would hurt her really badly,” Blige told the New York Times.
Judge Finds “Systematic Sexual Coercion” In Smokey Robinson Case, Allows Lawsuit To Proceed
Smokey Robinson’s attempt to dismiss sexual harassment claims just got shut down by a Los Angeles judge who found the allegations credible.
Smokey Robinson just got hit with a major legal setback that’s going to make his legal team work overtime.
A Los Angeles County judge ruled Monday that the Motown legend can’t dismiss sexual harassment and labor claims from two women who used to work for him, and the decision opens the door for their case to move forward.
Judge Kevin Brazile sided with the accusers, finding that California’s newly extended lookback window for sexual assault claims could apply to their allegations of hostile work environments and unpaid wages.
The two women, identified as Jane Doe 2 and Jane Doe 5, stopped working for Smokey Robinson and his wife in 2020 and 2011, respectively.
Robinson’s legal team had argued that because so much time had passed, the claims were too old to pursue under the statute of limitations.
His lawyer, Shir Davidovicz, pushed hard at the hearing, claiming the women failed to show they were directly prevented from filing their employment claims within the three-year window.
But the judge wasn’t buying it. What made the difference was the judge’s finding that there was “systematic sexual coercion” and “a pervasive pattern of coercive sexual abuse” happening at the Robinson homes in the San Fernando Valley and Las Vegas.
The court noted the unique power dynamic between the parties and found that the women had sufficiently alleged a basis for potentially overcoming the limitations bar.
According to Rolling Stone, the judge wrote that the women’s claims of coercive sexual abuse could have prevented them from investigating their wage rights.
Smokey Robinson and his legal team aren’t backing down, though. Christopher Frost, another lawyer for the Robinsons, released a statement saying they’d continue to vigorously defend against what he called “malicious allegations” and pursue their own lawsuit against the plaintiffs.
The 86-year-old and his wife have already countersued the women for defamation and elder abuse.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has been investigating the claims, and the judge’s ruling Monday essentially keeps the door open for Jane Doe 2 and Jane Doe 5 to continue pursuing their case despite the time that has passed since they stopped working for Robinson.
Smokey Robinson’s attempt to dismiss sexual harassment claims just got shut down by a Los Angeles judge who found the allegations credible.
Smokey Robinson just got hit with a major legal setback that’s going to make his legal team work overtime.
A Los Angeles County judge ruled Monday that the Motown legend can’t dismiss sexual harassment and labor claims from two women who used to work for him, and the decision opens the door for their case to move forward.
Judge Kevin Brazile sided with the accusers, finding that California’s newly extended lookback window for sexual assault claims could apply to their allegations of hostile work environments and unpaid wages.
The two women, identified as Jane Doe 2 and Jane Doe 5, stopped working for Smokey Robinson and his wife in 2020 and 2011, respectively.
Robinson’s legal team had argued that because so much time had passed, the claims were too old to pursue under the statute of limitations.
His lawyer, Shir Davidovicz, pushed hard at the hearing, claiming the women failed to show they were directly prevented from filing their employment claims within the three-year window.
But the judge wasn’t buying it. What made the difference was the judge’s finding that there was “systematic sexual coercion” and “a pervasive pattern of coercive sexual abuse” happening at the Robinson homes in the San Fernando Valley and Las Vegas.
The court noted the unique power dynamic between the parties and found that the women had sufficiently alleged a basis for potentially overcoming the limitations bar.
According to Rolling Stone, the judge wrote that the women’s claims of coercive sexual abuse could have prevented them from investigating their wage rights.
Smokey Robinson and his legal team aren’t backing down, though. Christopher Frost, another lawyer for the Robinsons, released a statement saying they’d continue to vigorously defend against what he called “malicious allegations” and pursue their own lawsuit against the plaintiffs.
The 86-year-old and his wife have already countersued the women for defamation and elder abuse.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has been investigating the claims, and the judge’s ruling Monday essentially keeps the door open for Jane Doe 2 and Jane Doe 5 to continue pursuing their case despite the time that has passed since they stopped working for Robinson.
King Harris Faces Felony Charge After Traffic Stop Escalates Into Arrest
King Harris arrested in Gwinnett County on felony charges after a late-night traffic stop — then went OFF on social media.
King Harris was arrested in Gwinnett County early Sunday after a speeding stop escalated into felony charges and a social media outburst that has since drawn widespread attention.
Gwinnett County police said officers pulled Harris over around 1 a.m. after clocking him driving 60 mph in a 45 mph zone. The routine traffic stop quickly intensified when officers reported seeing a firearm inside the vehicle.
Harris was ordered to exit the car but refused, police said, leading to his arrest at the scene. Officers also reported spotting a vape pen believed to contain THC.
According to reports, Harris was booked on a felony charge for possession of a controlled substance. He also faces a misdemeanor charge for willful obstruction of law enforcement, along with two traffic citations for speeding and failure to wear a seatbelt.
The incident marks another high-profile moment for the young artist, who has worked to build his own identity while navigating the spotlight tied to his famous family.
Shortly after news of the arrest surfaced, Harris posted on social media, writing “F##k dat police” and directing inflammatory remarks toward an officer’s family. The posts circulated widely online, drawing criticism over their timing and tone.
Law enforcement has not publicly responded to the social media comments and has focused on the charges and procedural details of the arrest. It remains unclear whether the online statements could carry additional legal consequences.
Harris now faces multiple charges with potentially lasting implications as the case moves forward.
King Harris was arrested in Gwinnett County early Sunday after a speeding stop escalated into felony charges and a social media outburst that has since drawn widespread attention.
Gwinnett County police said officers pulled Harris over around 1 a.m. after clocking him driving 60 mph in a 45 mph zone. The routine traffic stop quickly intensified when officers reported seeing a firearm inside the vehicle.
Harris was ordered to exit the car but refused, police said, leading to his arrest at the scene. Officers also reported spotting a vape pen believed to contain THC.
According to reports, Harris was booked on a felony charge for possession of a controlled substance. He also faces a misdemeanor charge for willful obstruction of law enforcement, along with two traffic citations for speeding and failure to wear a seatbelt.
The incident marks another high-profile moment for the young artist, who has worked to build his own identity while navigating the spotlight tied to his famous family.
Shortly after news of the arrest surfaced, Harris posted on social media, writing “F##k dat police” and directing inflammatory remarks toward an officer’s family. The posts circulated widely online, drawing criticism over their timing and tone.
Law enforcement has not publicly responded to the social media comments and has focused on the charges and procedural details of the arrest. It remains unclear whether the online statements could carry additional legal consequences.
Harris now faces multiple charges with potentially lasting implications as the case moves forward.
K. Michelle Finally Admits She Was 'In Love' With R. Kelly
This is the first time the singer and reality star has publicly spoken about the nature of her and Kelly’s past relationship after longtime speculation from fans.
K. Michelle says that she was once in love with R. Kelly. Fans of the singer and reality star, whose full name is Kimberly Michelle Pate, have long speculated that she and the disgraced R&B artist had previously engaged in a romantic relationship, but speaking to Jason Lee on BET Network, she admitted to it for the first time.
“I was in love with him,” she told Lee. Speaking to the nature of their relationship, Pate said she did not experience “an abusive Rob,” and that her feelings toward him were not reciprocated.
“I might have loved him, but he didn’t see me as anything more than motivation for writing. I wasn’t the woman he wanted, even though I wanted him,” she said, adding that she learned about the music business and songwriting skills from him.
Kelly is currently serving a 30-year prison sentence after being convicted of sex trafficking and racketeering. This came after decades-long accusations that he was grooming and sexually abusing underage girls.
K also said Kelly’s protege, the singer Sparkle, should go to prison, after telling Lee that “mothers and people should be held accountable” for enabling Kelly’s crimes. Sparkle’s niece, Reshona Landfair, is the “Jane Doe” in the child pornography tape that Kelly was prosecuted for making in 2002. After six years of trial, Kelly was acquitted. Landfair, now 41, has written a memoir titled “Who’s Watching Shorty: Reclaiming Myself from the Shame of R. Kelly’s Abuse,” in which she names Sparkle as the person who introduced her to Kelly for him to groom her.
Sparkle, whose name is Stephanie Edwards, has denied her niece’s claims.
Pate spoke to the abuse accusations that landed Kelly in prison, saying he was “absolutely completely wrong,” but that “those people around him never corrected him,” adding that she was not excusing Kelly’s behavior, and that she’s a “woman advocate.”
This is the first time the singer and reality star has publicly spoken about the nature of her and Kelly’s past relationship after longtime speculation from fans.
K. Michelle says that she was once in love with R. Kelly. Fans of the singer and reality star, whose full name is Kimberly Michelle Pate, have long speculated that she and the disgraced R&B artist had previously engaged in a romantic relationship, but speaking to Jason Lee on BET Network, she admitted to it for the first time.
“I was in love with him,” she told Lee. Speaking to the nature of their relationship, Pate said she did not experience “an abusive Rob,” and that her feelings toward him were not reciprocated.
“I might have loved him, but he didn’t see me as anything more than motivation for writing. I wasn’t the woman he wanted, even though I wanted him,” she said, adding that she learned about the music business and songwriting skills from him.
Kelly is currently serving a 30-year prison sentence after being convicted of sex trafficking and racketeering. This came after decades-long accusations that he was grooming and sexually abusing underage girls.
K also said Kelly’s protege, the singer Sparkle, should go to prison, after telling Lee that “mothers and people should be held accountable” for enabling Kelly’s crimes. Sparkle’s niece, Reshona Landfair, is the “Jane Doe” in the child pornography tape that Kelly was prosecuted for making in 2002. After six years of trial, Kelly was acquitted. Landfair, now 41, has written a memoir titled “Who’s Watching Shorty: Reclaiming Myself from the Shame of R. Kelly’s Abuse,” in which she names Sparkle as the person who introduced her to Kelly for him to groom her.
Sparkle, whose name is Stephanie Edwards, has denied her niece’s claims.
Pate spoke to the abuse accusations that landed Kelly in prison, saying he was “absolutely completely wrong,” but that “those people around him never corrected him,” adding that she was not excusing Kelly’s behavior, and that she’s a “woman advocate.”
Ann-Margaret Recovering After Breaking Her Elbow in Fall at Home
Ann-Margaret is opening up about a recent injury. The 84-year-old actress, dancer, and singer had to cancel a scheduled autograph-signing appearance as she recovers from a broken elbow after falling in her home.
“I fell the other day and so now my right elbow is broken,” Ann-Margaret told Parade on Saturday (April 11).
“I’m going to try and be really really careful and not flop down, not fall again, but one never knows!” she added.
While didn’t disclose a recovery timeline, Ann-Margaret said that she continues to work out with a physical trainer, but she’s had to modify her exercises due to the injury.
“Now I’m just doing things with my legs,” she said. “I have a gentleman that comes Tuesdays, Thursdays and sometimes Fridays [to help with] all sorts of exercises.”
She then noted that her trainer keeps her accountable.
“If I don’t do that, I’ll probably start saying, ‘Well, I don’t know. I’ve got a cold. I’ve got this, I’ve got that.’ But this man keeps me going,” she said. Ann-Margaret talked more about her fall, which she casually brushed off.
“That’s okay. I have fallen so many times,” Ann-Margaret shared. “I don’t intend to, but I do! What can I say?”
She also credited her resilience to her family, saying,“I have always learned from my parents that you just get up. You just start all over again.”
“Nothing’s impossible I have found, for when my chin is on the ground. I pick myself up, I dust myself off, and I start all over again!” Ann-Margaret said, quoting the Jerome Kern standard “Pick Yourself Up.”
As of right now, Ann-Margaret is still expected to appear at the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards in New York City on May 16, where she will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
“I fell the other day and so now my right elbow is broken,” Ann-Margaret told Parade on Saturday (April 11).
“I’m going to try and be really really careful and not flop down, not fall again, but one never knows!” she added.
While didn’t disclose a recovery timeline, Ann-Margaret said that she continues to work out with a physical trainer, but she’s had to modify her exercises due to the injury.
“Now I’m just doing things with my legs,” she said. “I have a gentleman that comes Tuesdays, Thursdays and sometimes Fridays [to help with] all sorts of exercises.”
She then noted that her trainer keeps her accountable.
“If I don’t do that, I’ll probably start saying, ‘Well, I don’t know. I’ve got a cold. I’ve got this, I’ve got that.’ But this man keeps me going,” she said. Ann-Margaret talked more about her fall, which she casually brushed off.
“That’s okay. I have fallen so many times,” Ann-Margaret shared. “I don’t intend to, but I do! What can I say?”
She also credited her resilience to her family, saying,“I have always learned from my parents that you just get up. You just start all over again.”
“Nothing’s impossible I have found, for when my chin is on the ground. I pick myself up, I dust myself off, and I start all over again!” Ann-Margaret said, quoting the Jerome Kern standard “Pick Yourself Up.”
As of right now, Ann-Margaret is still expected to appear at the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards in New York City on May 16, where she will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Trump Takes Down Social Media Image Seemingly Depicting Him As Jesus Following Backlash, Claims
President #Trump has removed a controversial post from his social media that he shared roughly 13 hours ago.
Early Monday morning (Apr. 13), Trump shared an AI-generated photo that appeared to depict him as a Jesus-like figure healing a sick white man while other white Americans watched. It didn’t take long for many to call Trump out over the post, prompting it to be pulled. Addressing the issue at an unscheduled news conference at the White House, Trump acknowledged he posted the image but said he thought it was a picture of him as a “doctor.” He continued, claiming the image had to do with the Red Cross, and added, “and I do make people better. I make people a lot better.”
President #Trump has removed a controversial post from his social media that he shared roughly 13 hours ago.
Early Monday morning (Apr. 13), Trump shared an AI-generated photo that appeared to depict him as a Jesus-like figure healing a sick white man while other white Americans watched. It didn’t take long for many to call Trump out over the post, prompting it to be pulled. Addressing the issue at an unscheduled news conference at the White House, Trump acknowledged he posted the image but said he thought it was a picture of him as a “doctor.” He continued, claiming the image had to do with the Red Cross, and added, “and I do make people better. I make people a lot better.”
Democrat Eric Swalwell and Republican Tony Gonzales Resign from Congress amid Sexual Misconduct Scandals
Politicians Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales are giving up their seats in Congress amid sexual misconduct accusations.
On Monday, April 13, the California gubernatorial frontrunner Eric Swalwell and the Texas Republican, both 45, announced via social media that they would step down from their positions following high-profile scandals.
"I am deeply sorry to my family, staff, and constituents for mistakes in judgment I've made in my past,” Swalwell said in a statement shared to his X account after a former staffer and three other women recently accused him of sexual assault.
Representative Eric Swalwell, a Democrat from California
“I will fight the serious, false allegation made against me. However, I must take responsibility and ownership for the mistakes I did make,” he continued.
Swalwell added that he was “aware” that there have been attempts to have “an immediate expulsion vote against me and other members,” but that doing so “without due process, within days of an allegation being made, is wrong.”
“But it's also wrong for my constituents to have me distracted from my duties. Therefore, I plan to resign my seat in Congress,” his statement read.
The politician concluded by stating that he will continue working with his staff "in the coming days to ensure they are able, in my absence, to serve the needs of the good people of the 14th congressional district."
Roughly an hour later, Gonzales also shared a statement on social media, announcing his retirement.
“There is a season for everything and God has a plan for us all,” Gonzales wrote. “When Congress returns tomorrow, I will file my retirement from office. It has been my privilege to serve the great people of Texas.”
Swalwell’s resignation came just one day after he announced via X on Sunday, April 12, that he was suspending his campaign.
That same day, one of Swalwell's accusers, content creator Ally Sammarco, also shared a statement to social media.
“This has not been easy for me or the other women,” she began, adding in part: “I have so much respect for them for telling their stories. I shared mine publicly because I have a platform and resources that others may not-and I wanted to help validate their experiences.”
Sammarco previously alleged she met Swalwell through Twitter after she sent him a message about politics, she told CNN on Friday, April 10.
She claimed that he offered to share her resume with other congressional offices, but reportedly alleged that in September 2021, Swalwell began sending her selfies of himself in bed or shirtless, and unsolicited pictures of his penis through Snapchat.
One of Swalwell’s former staffers, who has remained anonymous, claimed to have had a sexual relationship with the husband and father of three while working for him for two years, per The San Francisco Chronicle.
She told the outlet that in September 2019, Swalwell invited her out for drinks, and after becoming intoxicated, she didn’t remember how she found herself naked in his hotel bed, and that he also allegedly assaulted her in 2024 after she no longer worked for him
Prior to his resignation announcement on Monday, Gonzales decided not to run for reelection amid criticism over his relationship with former staffer Regina Santos-Aviles, who died by suicide in 2025.
The husband and father of six allegedly asked Santos-Aviles for nude photos multiple times during a 2020 GOP primary runoff, per explicit texts reported by the San Antonio Express-News, which were not independently verified by PEOPLE.
On Monday, April 13, the California gubernatorial frontrunner Eric Swalwell and the Texas Republican, both 45, announced via social media that they would step down from their positions following high-profile scandals.
"I am deeply sorry to my family, staff, and constituents for mistakes in judgment I've made in my past,” Swalwell said in a statement shared to his X account after a former staffer and three other women recently accused him of sexual assault.
Representative Eric Swalwell, a Democrat from California
“I will fight the serious, false allegation made against me. However, I must take responsibility and ownership for the mistakes I did make,” he continued.
Swalwell added that he was “aware” that there have been attempts to have “an immediate expulsion vote against me and other members,” but that doing so “without due process, within days of an allegation being made, is wrong.”
“But it's also wrong for my constituents to have me distracted from my duties. Therefore, I plan to resign my seat in Congress,” his statement read.
The politician concluded by stating that he will continue working with his staff "in the coming days to ensure they are able, in my absence, to serve the needs of the good people of the 14th congressional district."
Roughly an hour later, Gonzales also shared a statement on social media, announcing his retirement.
“There is a season for everything and God has a plan for us all,” Gonzales wrote. “When Congress returns tomorrow, I will file my retirement from office. It has been my privilege to serve the great people of Texas.”
Swalwell’s resignation came just one day after he announced via X on Sunday, April 12, that he was suspending his campaign.
That same day, one of Swalwell's accusers, content creator Ally Sammarco, also shared a statement to social media.
“This has not been easy for me or the other women,” she began, adding in part: “I have so much respect for them for telling their stories. I shared mine publicly because I have a platform and resources that others may not-and I wanted to help validate their experiences.”
Sammarco previously alleged she met Swalwell through Twitter after she sent him a message about politics, she told CNN on Friday, April 10.
She claimed that he offered to share her resume with other congressional offices, but reportedly alleged that in September 2021, Swalwell began sending her selfies of himself in bed or shirtless, and unsolicited pictures of his penis through Snapchat.
One of Swalwell’s former staffers, who has remained anonymous, claimed to have had a sexual relationship with the husband and father of three while working for him for two years, per The San Francisco Chronicle.
She told the outlet that in September 2019, Swalwell invited her out for drinks, and after becoming intoxicated, she didn’t remember how she found herself naked in his hotel bed, and that he also allegedly assaulted her in 2024 after she no longer worked for him
Prior to his resignation announcement on Monday, Gonzales decided not to run for reelection amid criticism over his relationship with former staffer Regina Santos-Aviles, who died by suicide in 2025.
The husband and father of six allegedly asked Santos-Aviles for nude photos multiple times during a 2020 GOP primary runoff, per explicit texts reported by the San Antonio Express-News, which were not independently verified by PEOPLE.
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