#MAGFAB: Model Babacar N’doye For Hunger Magazine
Photographer Andrew Yee (Atelier Management) and stylist Marco Antonio come together for Hunger magazine, crafting their story in shifting color fields. From teal to orange to crimson to chartreuse, model Babacar N’Doye moves through each frame in bold pieces from brands such as MCM, Fendi, and Louis Vuitton.
Antonio layers jackets with patterned shirts, mixing prints and proportion in a way that suggests moderation beneath the saturation. The editorial’s thesis is straightforward: color requires no apology. Here, Babacar’s composed expressions suggest someone entirely at home in visual weight. Confidence makes the color work, not the other way around.
Photographer Andrew Yee (Atelier Management) and stylist Marco Antonio come together for Hunger magazine, crafting their story in shifting color fields. From teal to orange to crimson to chartreuse, model Babacar N’Doye moves through each frame in bold pieces from brands such as MCM, Fendi, and Louis Vuitton.
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#RHOA: ‘The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th’ Trailer Featuring Nene Leakes, Kyle Richards, Luann de Lesseps, Lisa Barlow & More
Bravo is celebrating two decades of The Real Housewives franchise with The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th, and the trailer reveals all the stars appearing in the special.
The core cast of RHUGT includes Real Housewives of Atlanta star Porsha Williams, Vicki Gunvalson (The Real Housewives of Orange County), Luann de Lesseps (The Real Housewives of New York City), Teresa Giudice (The Real Housewives of New Jersey), Kyle Richards (The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills), Gizelle Bryant (The Real Housewives of Potomac), and Lisa Barlow (The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City).
One of the highlights of RHUGT is the return of Nene Leakes to the franchise. The trailer highlights Leakes’ filming for the Bravo reality series for the first time since leaving The Real Housewives of Atlanta in 2020.
“Get ready for a celebration to just love, love, love! Seven of the most iconic Real Housewives are whooping it up for a girls’ trip like no other through Orange County, Beverly Hills, Atlanta, Miami, and New York City,” reads the logline for the special. “The word on the street is each stop welcomes more familiar faces from Housewives history to join the celebration, revisit defining moments, and stir up surprises that will have everyone shaking, physically shaking. With laughs, tears, and enough revelations to leave everyone asking, “Who said that?”, the trip culminates in a Bluestone Manor bash worthy of the splits. It’s time to be cool and buckle up for an epic adventure that tests old bonds, creates new friendships, and leaves the women with memories they won’t forget.”
The nine-episode special is set to premiere on Sunday, August 9, at 9 p.m. ET on Bravo and feature 82 Housewives.
The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th is produced by Shed Media with Lisa Shannon, Dan Peirson, Darren Ward and Barrie Bernstein serving as executive producers. Andy Cohen also serves as executive producer.
Watch the trailer in the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsiNXnCvMHw
The core cast of RHUGT includes Real Housewives of Atlanta star Porsha Williams, Vicki Gunvalson (The Real Housewives of Orange County), Luann de Lesseps (The Real Housewives of New York City), Teresa Giudice (The Real Housewives of New Jersey), Kyle Richards (The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills), Gizelle Bryant (The Real Housewives of Potomac), and Lisa Barlow (The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City).
One of the highlights of RHUGT is the return of Nene Leakes to the franchise. The trailer highlights Leakes’ filming for the Bravo reality series for the first time since leaving The Real Housewives of Atlanta in 2020.
“Get ready for a celebration to just love, love, love! Seven of the most iconic Real Housewives are whooping it up for a girls’ trip like no other through Orange County, Beverly Hills, Atlanta, Miami, and New York City,” reads the logline for the special. “The word on the street is each stop welcomes more familiar faces from Housewives history to join the celebration, revisit defining moments, and stir up surprises that will have everyone shaking, physically shaking. With laughs, tears, and enough revelations to leave everyone asking, “Who said that?”, the trip culminates in a Bluestone Manor bash worthy of the splits. It’s time to be cool and buckle up for an epic adventure that tests old bonds, creates new friendships, and leaves the women with memories they won’t forget.”
The nine-episode special is set to premiere on Sunday, August 9, at 9 p.m. ET on Bravo and feature 82 Housewives.
The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th is produced by Shed Media with Lisa Shannon, Dan Peirson, Darren Ward and Barrie Bernstein serving as executive producers. Andy Cohen also serves as executive producer.
Watch the trailer in the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsiNXnCvMHw
#NewMusic from Dawn Richard Taps Durand Bernarr for ‘Baby, Can We?’
Two of R&B’s independent forces have united. Dawn Richard has teamed with Durand Bernarr for her new single “Baby, Can We?”
Produced by Katalyst Collective, “Baby, Can We?” flips Aretha Franklin‘s 1972 classic “Day Dreaming” into a gumbo of R&B, soul, and funk, with a dash of hip-hop. Lyrically, the song captures the desire to flee from daily life with a potential lover.
“Hey, baby, let’s get away, let’s go somewhere, huh / Baby, can we / Keep this thing on low down / Nobody has to know now,” Richard sings in the opening verse. Bernarr responds, “It’s so nice to see that I can just be / Don’t have to perform, I get to be me.”
Speaking on her new collaboration, Richard said, “Durand is one of the most gifted vocalists and performers of our generation. I’ve admired his artistry for years. This record gave us the opportunity to create something together that feels joyful, honest, and rooted in genuine connection. At its heart, ‘baby, can we?’ is about being open enough to embrace possibility.”
Bernarr added, “It was only a matter of time before Dawn and I collaborated on a record. As suspected, working together was effortless! I’ve long respected her innovation as an artist and the way she continues to evolve while remaining true to herself. I hope y’all enjoy the record as much as we enjoyed making it!”
“Baby, Can We?” is the second single from Richard’s upcoming album via Merge Records. She launched her new era last December with her confident anthem, “A Flex,” also produced by Katalyst Collective.
“The track is the kind of confidence that only I can give in my records,” Richard said of “A Flex.” “Dipped in legacy, the kind of flex that comes from survival, culture, and craft. It signals a new album on the way, one that continues my mission of building worlds through sound, movement, and memory.”
Richard’s upcoming album will mark her first solo release since 2021’s Second Line. In October 2024, she joined forces with multi-instrumentalist Spencer Zahn for their collaborative LP, Quiet in a World Full of Noise.
Two of R&B’s independent forces have united. Dawn Richard has teamed with Durand Bernarr for her new single “Baby, Can We?”
Produced by Katalyst Collective, “Baby, Can We?” flips Aretha Franklin‘s 1972 classic “Day Dreaming” into a gumbo of R&B, soul, and funk, with a dash of hip-hop. Lyrically, the song captures the desire to flee from daily life with a potential lover.
“Hey, baby, let’s get away, let’s go somewhere, huh / Baby, can we / Keep this thing on low down / Nobody has to know now,” Richard sings in the opening verse. Bernarr responds, “It’s so nice to see that I can just be / Don’t have to perform, I get to be me.”
Speaking on her new collaboration, Richard said, “Durand is one of the most gifted vocalists and performers of our generation. I’ve admired his artistry for years. This record gave us the opportunity to create something together that feels joyful, honest, and rooted in genuine connection. At its heart, ‘baby, can we?’ is about being open enough to embrace possibility.”
Bernarr added, “It was only a matter of time before Dawn and I collaborated on a record. As suspected, working together was effortless! I’ve long respected her innovation as an artist and the way she continues to evolve while remaining true to herself. I hope y’all enjoy the record as much as we enjoyed making it!”
“Baby, Can We?” is the second single from Richard’s upcoming album via Merge Records. She launched her new era last December with her confident anthem, “A Flex,” also produced by Katalyst Collective.
“The track is the kind of confidence that only I can give in my records,” Richard said of “A Flex.” “Dipped in legacy, the kind of flex that comes from survival, culture, and craft. It signals a new album on the way, one that continues my mission of building worlds through sound, movement, and memory.”
Richard’s upcoming album will mark her first solo release since 2021’s Second Line. In October 2024, she joined forces with multi-instrumentalist Spencer Zahn for their collaborative LP, Quiet in a World Full of Noise.
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As for Bernarr, the Grammy-winning singer released his fourth album, BERNARR., in May. He is gearing up to join Kehlani on The Kehlani World Tour, which kicks off Aug. 6.
As for Bernarr, the Grammy-winning singer released his fourth album, BERNARR., in May. He is gearing up to join Kehlani on The Kehlani World Tour, which kicks off Aug. 6.
#HipHopNews: T.I.’s Long-Awaited ‘Kill The King’ Album Is Here
While the Atlanta legend has said this could be his final album, plenty of fans are calling cap and believe TIP still has more music left in the tank. Either way, Kill The King has finally arrived.
The rollout gained momentum with the success of “Let ‘Em Know,” a record many fans crowned as the “Unc Anthem.” TIP stayed on the gas promoting the single, and the effort paid off as the track went on to earn Gold certification.
He followed it up with “Mr. Him,” which quickly built its own buzz and helped set the stage for the full project. Now that the album is here, fans are already sharing their early reactions.
Kill The King features an all-star lineup of guests, including The Dream, Jeezy, 2 Chainz, Usher, and many more. One of the biggest surprises was T.I. linking up with NBA YoungBoy.
A TIP and YB record definitely wasn’t on our bingo card, but it’s one of the standout moments that has listeners talking online as they dive into the project.
ITS OFFICIAL! ‘Michael’ Surpasses ‘Oppenheimer’ as Highest-Grossing Biopic With $977 Million Worldwide
“Michael” has grossed $977 million at the worldwide box office, surpassing “Oppenheimer” as the highest-grossing biopic of all time.
Director Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” was the previous record-holder in terms of movies based on real people with $975 million globally, a remarkable total for an R-rated historical drama that’s nearly three hours long. “Michael” already ranked as the biggest musical biopic of all time, surpassing 2018’s Queen sensation “Bohemian Rhapsody,” which generated $911 million worldwide.
“Michael,” distributed by Lionsgate in the U.S. and Universal in international markets, has grossed $607.2 million overseas and $370.2 million domestically since April. The movie opened to $97 million domestically and $217 million globally, shattering the opening record for musical biopics set by 2015’s “Straight Outta Compton” ($60 million). Driven by word of mouth and repeat viewings, “Michael” remained a box office powerhouse into the competitive summer moviegoing season.
Directed by Antoine Fuqua, “Michael” chronicles the performer’s journey from the Jackson 5 to his status as the King of Pop. Jaafar Jackson, the singer’s real-life nephew, portrays Michael Jackson in his acting debut, with Colman Domingo and Nia Long as parents, Joe and Katherine. Film critics have complained that “Michael” takes a sanitized look at Jackson’s life because it doesn’t include the child sexual abuse allegations that were leveled against the singer later in his career. Since “Michael” omits the most controversial aspects of Jackson’s life, Lionsgate was able to lean into the film’s crowd-pleasing elements in marketing materials, including meticulous re-creations of concert performances and music videos.
Among other records, “Michael” is Lionsgate’s highest-grossing film of all time, surpassing 2013’s “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” ($865 million, not adjusted for inflation). The studio is expected to greenlight at least one more film about Jackson’s life.
“Michael” has grossed $977 million at the worldwide box office, surpassing “Oppenheimer” as the highest-grossing biopic of all time.
Director Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” was the previous record-holder in terms of movies based on real people with $975 million globally, a remarkable total for an R-rated historical drama that’s nearly three hours long. “Michael” already ranked as the biggest musical biopic of all time, surpassing 2018’s Queen sensation “Bohemian Rhapsody,” which generated $911 million worldwide.
“Michael,” distributed by Lionsgate in the U.S. and Universal in international markets, has grossed $607.2 million overseas and $370.2 million domestically since April. The movie opened to $97 million domestically and $217 million globally, shattering the opening record for musical biopics set by 2015’s “Straight Outta Compton” ($60 million). Driven by word of mouth and repeat viewings, “Michael” remained a box office powerhouse into the competitive summer moviegoing season.
Directed by Antoine Fuqua, “Michael” chronicles the performer’s journey from the Jackson 5 to his status as the King of Pop. Jaafar Jackson, the singer’s real-life nephew, portrays Michael Jackson in his acting debut, with Colman Domingo and Nia Long as parents, Joe and Katherine. Film critics have complained that “Michael” takes a sanitized look at Jackson’s life because it doesn’t include the child sexual abuse allegations that were leveled against the singer later in his career. Since “Michael” omits the most controversial aspects of Jackson’s life, Lionsgate was able to lean into the film’s crowd-pleasing elements in marketing materials, including meticulous re-creations of concert performances and music videos.
Among other records, “Michael” is Lionsgate’s highest-grossing film of all time, surpassing 2013’s “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” ($865 million, not adjusted for inflation). The studio is expected to greenlight at least one more film about Jackson’s life.
Big Tigger Issues Statement After Arrest, Denies All Charges
Radio personality Big Tigger put out a statement in the wake of his weekend arrest last weekend, denying all charges.
Big Tigger put out a statement in the wake of his arrest last weekend on battery and cruelty to children charges. In the statement, Big Tigger denied all the charges and said more will come as he continues to cooperate with the authorities.
Taking to IG, Big Tigger shared the following statement on Wednesday (June 24):
unequivocally deny every allegation that has been made against me.
For the past 30+ years, I have built my life around relationships and community. Those who know me know the man, father, husband, and friend I have been throughout my life.
Because this is an active legal matter, I am limited in what I can say. What I can say is that I have complete confidence in the facts and in the legal process. I will continue to cooperate fully and trust that the truth will come to light.
Thank you to everyone who has reached out with support and encouragement. My family and I are deeply grateful.
According to a TMZ report, more details about the May incident involving Tigger’s wife, Alicia Brown, emerged. According to that report, Brown allegedly confronted Big Tigger, whose real name is Darian Morgan, about texts he had exchanged with a co-worker. According to Brown, Tigger attempted to wrestle his phone from his wife’s hand after he began recording her.
From there, a struggle ensued, which presumably led to Brown’s injuries, which she shared in a now-deleted social media post. To her credit, Brown didn’t explicitly say Tigger was responsible for her injuries but implied that he knew how they happened.
However, Tigger received the battery charge and Brown would go on to say her husband slammed her head into a door. Their son was reportedly home during this dustup, hence the cruelty to children charge, but it doesn’t appear that the boy was physically harmed.
On the same day of Tigger’s statement, a judge granted Brown a temporary restraining order against her husband, stating he must remain away from his wife and children.
A hearing is set for July 13.
Radio personality Big Tigger put out a statement in the wake of his weekend arrest last weekend, denying all charges.
Big Tigger put out a statement in the wake of his arrest last weekend on battery and cruelty to children charges. In the statement, Big Tigger denied all the charges and said more will come as he continues to cooperate with the authorities.
Taking to IG, Big Tigger shared the following statement on Wednesday (June 24):
unequivocally deny every allegation that has been made against me.
For the past 30+ years, I have built my life around relationships and community. Those who know me know the man, father, husband, and friend I have been throughout my life.
Because this is an active legal matter, I am limited in what I can say. What I can say is that I have complete confidence in the facts and in the legal process. I will continue to cooperate fully and trust that the truth will come to light.
Thank you to everyone who has reached out with support and encouragement. My family and I are deeply grateful.
According to a TMZ report, more details about the May incident involving Tigger’s wife, Alicia Brown, emerged. According to that report, Brown allegedly confronted Big Tigger, whose real name is Darian Morgan, about texts he had exchanged with a co-worker. According to Brown, Tigger attempted to wrestle his phone from his wife’s hand after he began recording her.
From there, a struggle ensued, which presumably led to Brown’s injuries, which she shared in a now-deleted social media post. To her credit, Brown didn’t explicitly say Tigger was responsible for her injuries but implied that he knew how they happened.
However, Tigger received the battery charge and Brown would go on to say her husband slammed her head into a door. Their son was reportedly home during this dustup, hence the cruelty to children charge, but it doesn’t appear that the boy was physically harmed.
On the same day of Tigger’s statement, a judge granted Brown a temporary restraining order against her husband, stating he must remain away from his wife and children.
A hearing is set for July 13.
Mo’Nique Pushes Back On Oprah Winfrey’s Claim That Whitney Houston Relapsed
Actress and comedian Mo’Nique is the latest to join in on disputing Oprah Winfrey’ recent comments about Whitney Houston.
Mo’Nique criticized Oprah while reacting to Oprah’s claim that Houston had relapsed on drugs and was high during her 2009 “Oprah Show” appearance.
Oprah’s remarks were made at this year’s Cannes Lions Festival.
She said Houston later returned to the show to perform and had relapsed in her addiction. “I had such trust from ‘The Oprah Show’ audience … I think it was [Houston’s] last show with us, and she had gone back on drugs,” Winfrey said. “The first interview I did with her when we’d gone behind stage and I asked her about her intention, she was clean, but the day she came to my show then to perform in front of the audience, she was not, and she fell off of the stage.”
She also said she urged audience members not to share photos.
“I knew that if that story got out … she would be destroyed by that,” Oprah said. “And so even though the audience was there and the audience had cameras, I begged them not to put those pictures out because it would ruin her life, and they did not. That would not happen today, I can tell you that,” she added.
Mo’Nique, a long time critic of Oprah, clapped back on Oprah’s decision in a recent radio appearance.
The comedian questioned the fairness of discussing incidents involving someone who is no longer alive to confirm or deny what happened.
“How do you speak about someone that can’t defend it?” she said. “Now you just want everybody to take your word because you’re the great Oprah Winfrey… I believe that’s unfair.”
Mo’Nique’s comments arrive a few days after radio talk show host Rickey Smiley also called out Oprah. On a livestream, Smiley suggested the comments served no constructive purpose and instead reopened painful conversations about the Grammy-winning singer’s struggles with addiction.
Mo’Nique criticized Oprah while reacting to Oprah’s claim that Houston had relapsed on drugs and was high during her 2009 “Oprah Show” appearance.
Oprah’s remarks were made at this year’s Cannes Lions Festival.
She said Houston later returned to the show to perform and had relapsed in her addiction. “I had such trust from ‘The Oprah Show’ audience … I think it was [Houston’s] last show with us, and she had gone back on drugs,” Winfrey said. “The first interview I did with her when we’d gone behind stage and I asked her about her intention, she was clean, but the day she came to my show then to perform in front of the audience, she was not, and she fell off of the stage.”
She also said she urged audience members not to share photos.
“I knew that if that story got out … she would be destroyed by that,” Oprah said. “And so even though the audience was there and the audience had cameras, I begged them not to put those pictures out because it would ruin her life, and they did not. That would not happen today, I can tell you that,” she added.
Mo’Nique, a long time critic of Oprah, clapped back on Oprah’s decision in a recent radio appearance.
The comedian questioned the fairness of discussing incidents involving someone who is no longer alive to confirm or deny what happened.
“How do you speak about someone that can’t defend it?” she said. “Now you just want everybody to take your word because you’re the great Oprah Winfrey… I believe that’s unfair.”
Mo’Nique’s comments arrive a few days after radio talk show host Rickey Smiley also called out Oprah. On a livestream, Smiley suggested the comments served no constructive purpose and instead reopened painful conversations about the Grammy-winning singer’s struggles with addiction.
Doubling Down With The Derricos’ Star Deon Derrico Say Ex-Wife Karen Allegedly Threatened To KiIl Him & Their Children
Deon Derrico is speaking out after his ex-wife, Karen Derrico, was arrested over alleged threats involving him and their children.
The “Doubling Down With the Derricos” alum claimed Karen, 46, thr*atened his life and the lives of their 14 children during an alleged family dispute.
“She didn’t specify which one. It was a brawl. Like, ‘I’ll kill y’all. I’ll go to jail for it. I’ll gladly go to jail for it,’” Deon, 42, told Us Weekly. “That was said several times.”
Deon said their children later told him about the alleged remarks, prompting him to confront Karen.
“You can’t never do that. I don’t care. You can never tell your children you would kill them,” he recalled telling her.
He also alleged Karen admitted in front of witnesses “that she wished she had a g*n, she would sh**t me.”
Karen was arraigned June 23 on charges including harassment, aggravated stalking, violating a restraining order and preventing a witness from testifying through threat of violence. She pleaded not guilty.
“The allegations are completely false,” her attorney Jess Marchese said.
Deon Derrico is speaking out after his ex-wife, Karen Derrico, was arrested over alleged threats involving him and their children.
The “Doubling Down With the Derricos” alum claimed Karen, 46, thr*atened his life and the lives of their 14 children during an alleged family dispute.
“She didn’t specify which one. It was a brawl. Like, ‘I’ll kill y’all. I’ll go to jail for it. I’ll gladly go to jail for it,’” Deon, 42, told Us Weekly. “That was said several times.”
Deon said their children later told him about the alleged remarks, prompting him to confront Karen.
“You can’t never do that. I don’t care. You can never tell your children you would kill them,” he recalled telling her.
He also alleged Karen admitted in front of witnesses “that she wished she had a g*n, she would sh**t me.”
Karen was arraigned June 23 on charges including harassment, aggravated stalking, violating a restraining order and preventing a witness from testifying through threat of violence. She pleaded not guilty.
“The allegations are completely false,” her attorney Jess Marchese said.
Pete Buttigieg faced “darkest hours” of his life after false allegations forced him apart from kids
Former Secretary of Transportation and likely 2028 presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg was briefly separated from his children after an anonymous false report alleging he was a danger to his young twins.
Buttigieg detailed the ordeal firsthand in a post on Substack, titled “A Terrible Thing Happened to My Family.”
He said he was “furious” that someone “decided to hurt our family this week.”
A few days ago, he wrote, a police officer and Child Protective Services worker showed up at his door. “They explained that there had been an allegation against me, that it concerned our four-year-old twins.”
Buttigieg said he did his best to remain calm but was of course “bewildered and troubled.” The officials informed him he could not be alone with his children until they underwent a forensic interview, a revelation he said “made my stomach turn.”
The twins stayed at their grandparents house that night. “The twenty-four hours until they returned are among the darkest hours of my life,” Buttigieg said.
“Many times over the years, I have been denounced, yelled at, protested, threatened, and heckled,” he said. “I’ve been through political attacks in office, death threats in public life, and rocket attacks in war. But this is the ugliest thing that has happened to me since my career in service began.”
The more the officer and CPS worker learned, the clearer it became that the allegations were completely false, he explained. “The officer made clear that he believed this was politically motivated, and said it would not be referred to a prosecutor. Nothing in the forensic interview with the children, which was conducted by trained personnel, had led to concerns.”
In a statement to the Associated Press, the Michigan State Police confirmed they had determined the report was false.
“Chasten and I hugged each other as tightly as we have any time since the day our son was put on life support as a critically ill infant just weeks after the adoption,” Buttigieg wrote.
He went on to decry just how ugly politics has become these days, calling it “more like bloodsport.”
“Even though the accusation was absurdly and obviously false, and was promptly rejected by law enforcement, I still worry about the harm it has done.”
He was devastated that his kids had to endure the experience of being place in a room with two strange adults to answer questions that their dad.
“I cannot describe the mix of rage and sadness that I feel at the idea that someone brought our children into this. They are four years old. Four. They do not know or care what a Democrat or a Republican is. They don’t know how politics works. They don’t know about hate… For God’s sake, they are just kids.”
Buttigieg detailed the ordeal firsthand in a post on Substack, titled “A Terrible Thing Happened to My Family.”
He said he was “furious” that someone “decided to hurt our family this week.”
A few days ago, he wrote, a police officer and Child Protective Services worker showed up at his door. “They explained that there had been an allegation against me, that it concerned our four-year-old twins.”
Buttigieg said he did his best to remain calm but was of course “bewildered and troubled.” The officials informed him he could not be alone with his children until they underwent a forensic interview, a revelation he said “made my stomach turn.”
The twins stayed at their grandparents house that night. “The twenty-four hours until they returned are among the darkest hours of my life,” Buttigieg said.
“Many times over the years, I have been denounced, yelled at, protested, threatened, and heckled,” he said. “I’ve been through political attacks in office, death threats in public life, and rocket attacks in war. But this is the ugliest thing that has happened to me since my career in service began.”
The more the officer and CPS worker learned, the clearer it became that the allegations were completely false, he explained. “The officer made clear that he believed this was politically motivated, and said it would not be referred to a prosecutor. Nothing in the forensic interview with the children, which was conducted by trained personnel, had led to concerns.”
In a statement to the Associated Press, the Michigan State Police confirmed they had determined the report was false.
“Chasten and I hugged each other as tightly as we have any time since the day our son was put on life support as a critically ill infant just weeks after the adoption,” Buttigieg wrote.
He went on to decry just how ugly politics has become these days, calling it “more like bloodsport.”
“Even though the accusation was absurdly and obviously false, and was promptly rejected by law enforcement, I still worry about the harm it has done.”
He was devastated that his kids had to endure the experience of being place in a room with two strange adults to answer questions that their dad.
“I cannot describe the mix of rage and sadness that I feel at the idea that someone brought our children into this. They are four years old. Four. They do not know or care what a Democrat or a Republican is. They don’t know how politics works. They don’t know about hate… For God’s sake, they are just kids.”
J.R. Smith Reveals New Look After Cutting Off Locs
Former NBA standout J.R. Smith is entering a new chapter with a dramatically different appearance.
The two-time NBA champion surprised fans Friday after livestreaming himself cutting off the signature locs he had worn for years. Smith revealed a closely cropped haircut, prompting an immediate wave of reactions across social media. Clips from the livestream quickly circulated online, with many fans commenting that the former shooting guard looked years younger.
Smith did not publicly explain what inspired the transformation. He appeared relaxed throughout the livestream and smiled after the haircut was complete. The moment marked one of his most noticeable style changes since retiring from the NBA
Smith’s locs became part of his public image during the latter years of his basketball career. He began wearing the hairstyle around 2017, keeping it through his post-playing ventures, including his time as a collegiate golfer at North Carolina A&T State University and his growing media presence.
Friday’s haircut immediately generated discussion across X, Instagram and other platforms.
One fan wrote, “My boy look 10 years younger instantly.”
Another joked, “Should have just got some Cecred.”
Others compared Smith’s refreshed appearance to his early NBA years, when he played with a low haircut before growing his locs.
The haircut also arrives just weeks after fellow cultural icon Jay-Z made headlines for unveiling a new hairstyle after combing out his long-running locs. While the two situations are unrelated, fans were quick to point out that several prominent public figures have recently embraced fresh looks after years of wearing locs.
Although Smith’s latest haircut dominated online conversation, the former NBA star has continued building a life beyond professional basketball.
Selected 18th overall in the 2004 NBA Draft, Smith played 16 NBA seasons with the New Orleans Hornets, Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers. He won NBA championships with Cleveland in 2016 and Los Angeles in 2020. Smith later enrolled at North Carolina A&T, where he joined the Aggies’ golf team, earning widespread praise for pursuing higher education after his playing career.
His willingness to embrace new challenges has become a recurring theme since leaving the NBA. Whether competing in collegiate golf, appearing on television or engaging with fans online, Smith has remained a recognizable personality.
This week’s haircut offered another reminder that even seemingly simple personal decisions can capture widespread attention when they involve a public figure whose image has remained consistent for years.
For now, Smith has not suggested the haircut represents anything beyond a personal style choice. Still, fans continue sharing clips from the livestream while weighing in on the dramatic transformation.
If early reactions are any indication, the new buzz cut has been met with plenty of approval. Many supporters say the fresh look resembles the player they remember from his early NBA days, while others see it as another sign that Smith continues to evolve long after his basketball career ended.
Former NBA standout J.R. Smith is entering a new chapter with a dramatically different appearance.
The two-time NBA champion surprised fans Friday after livestreaming himself cutting off the signature locs he had worn for years. Smith revealed a closely cropped haircut, prompting an immediate wave of reactions across social media. Clips from the livestream quickly circulated online, with many fans commenting that the former shooting guard looked years younger.
Smith did not publicly explain what inspired the transformation. He appeared relaxed throughout the livestream and smiled after the haircut was complete. The moment marked one of his most noticeable style changes since retiring from the NBA
Smith’s locs became part of his public image during the latter years of his basketball career. He began wearing the hairstyle around 2017, keeping it through his post-playing ventures, including his time as a collegiate golfer at North Carolina A&T State University and his growing media presence.
Friday’s haircut immediately generated discussion across X, Instagram and other platforms.
One fan wrote, “My boy look 10 years younger instantly.”
Another joked, “Should have just got some Cecred.”
Others compared Smith’s refreshed appearance to his early NBA years, when he played with a low haircut before growing his locs.
The haircut also arrives just weeks after fellow cultural icon Jay-Z made headlines for unveiling a new hairstyle after combing out his long-running locs. While the two situations are unrelated, fans were quick to point out that several prominent public figures have recently embraced fresh looks after years of wearing locs.
Although Smith’s latest haircut dominated online conversation, the former NBA star has continued building a life beyond professional basketball.
His willingness to embrace new challenges has become a recurring theme since leaving the NBA. Whether competing in collegiate golf, appearing on television or engaging with fans online, Smith has remained a recognizable personality.
This week’s haircut offered another reminder that even seemingly simple personal decisions can capture widespread attention when they involve a public figure whose image has remained consistent for years.
For now, Smith has not suggested the haircut represents anything beyond a personal style choice. Still, fans continue sharing clips from the livestream while weighing in on the dramatic transformation.
If early reactions are any indication, the new buzz cut has been met with plenty of approval. Many supporters say the fresh look resembles the player they remember from his early NBA days, while others see it as another sign that Smith continues to evolve long after his basketball career ended.
Nicki Minaj's Mom Reaches $400K Settlement in Her Husband's Wrongful Death Case
Nicki Minaj's mother, Carol Maraj, is set to receive a six-figure settlement in the wrongful death lawsuit stemming from the 2021 death of her husband, Robert Maraj, after new court filings detailed how the agreement will be distributed.
According to documents filed in Nassau County Supreme Court, Carol Maraj reached a proposed $400,000 settlement to resolve claims against Charles Polevich, the driver who fatally struck Robert Maraj while he was walking on a New York crosswalk in February 2021. The settlement remains subject to judicial approval.
Court records show the agreement consists of $300,000 from Polevich's personal assets and an additional $100,000 from Allstate Insurance. Attorneys representing Carol Maraj asked the court to approve the resolution after the parties reached the agreement through mediation.
The filings also outline how the proceeds would be divided. Carol Maraj's legal team, Napoli Shkolnik PLLC, is seeking $133,333.32 in attorney's fees along with $9,744.38 in litigation expenses. If approved, the remaining $234,337.51 would be allocated to Robert Maraj's estate. Court documents further state that there are no outstanding Medicaid or estate liens associated with the settlement.
Robert Maraj died on February 13, 2021, one day after being struck by a vehicle in Mineola, New York. Carol Maraj filed the wrongful death lawsuit, alleging she suffered the loss of her husband's companionship as a result of the fatal crash.
Polevich was later convicted in the criminal case after leaving the scene of the collision and was sentenced to one year in jail.
The civil lawsuit previously generated headlines when Polevich's legal team sought to depose Nicki Minaj. They argued the rapper's lyrics and past comments about her childhood could be relevant to understanding her relationship with her father. However, the proposed settlement appears to resolve the case before Minaj was required to provide testimony.
In a separate affirmation filed by defense counsel, attorneys confirmed that all parties agreed to the $400,000 resolution during mediation and jointly asked the court to approve the compromise so the funds currently being held in escrow can be distributed according to the agreement.
Nicki Minaj's mother, Carol Maraj, is set to receive a six-figure settlement in the wrongful death lawsuit stemming from the 2021 death of her husband, Robert Maraj, after new court filings detailed how the agreement will be distributed.
According to documents filed in Nassau County Supreme Court, Carol Maraj reached a proposed $400,000 settlement to resolve claims against Charles Polevich, the driver who fatally struck Robert Maraj while he was walking on a New York crosswalk in February 2021. The settlement remains subject to judicial approval.
Court records show the agreement consists of $300,000 from Polevich's personal assets and an additional $100,000 from Allstate Insurance. Attorneys representing Carol Maraj asked the court to approve the resolution after the parties reached the agreement through mediation.
The filings also outline how the proceeds would be divided. Carol Maraj's legal team, Napoli Shkolnik PLLC, is seeking $133,333.32 in attorney's fees along with $9,744.38 in litigation expenses. If approved, the remaining $234,337.51 would be allocated to Robert Maraj's estate. Court documents further state that there are no outstanding Medicaid or estate liens associated with the settlement.
Robert Maraj died on February 13, 2021, one day after being struck by a vehicle in Mineola, New York. Carol Maraj filed the wrongful death lawsuit, alleging she suffered the loss of her husband's companionship as a result of the fatal crash.
Polevich was later convicted in the criminal case after leaving the scene of the collision and was sentenced to one year in jail.
The civil lawsuit previously generated headlines when Polevich's legal team sought to depose Nicki Minaj. They argued the rapper's lyrics and past comments about her childhood could be relevant to understanding her relationship with her father. However, the proposed settlement appears to resolve the case before Minaj was required to provide testimony.
In a separate affirmation filed by defense counsel, attorneys confirmed that all parties agreed to the $400,000 resolution during mediation and jointly asked the court to approve the compromise so the funds currently being held in escrow can be distributed according to the agreement.
Taylor Swift Reportedly Taps Tim McGraw and Stevie Nicks As Wedding Performers
The wedding reception of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will reportedly have some country music and rock ‘n’ roll legends on the bill.
According to Page Six, Swift has enlisted two of her formative musical influences, country music icon Tim McGraw and Fleetwood Mac’s Stevie Nicks, to be performers at the ceremony. Another potential legend that could be a wedding performer is Paul McCartney.
The outlet also pointed out that the 14-time Grammy winner wore a tee reading “Stevie Knicks” during Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Swift and Nicks have had a mutual admiration society since 2010, when they performed together at the Grammys. As for McGraw, Swifties know well that Taylor’s 2006 debut single was named for him.
Swift’s wedding is set to be the biggest event in New York since the Knicks’ ticker-tape parade last week, as Swift and Kelce will reportedly be shutting down streets that surround the event’s presumed venue, Madison Square Garden, from July 2 to July 4. The space is intended to be reserved for tents, canopies, and production trucks for the big day on July 3. The roughly 1,000-guest wedding will be preceded by a rehearsal dinner the night before with a reported 100 people on the guest list.
Those who’ve been invited as guests to the wedding reportedly include pop vocalist Benson Boone and model Karlie Kloss.
“I’ve heard Taylor invited so many people it’s going to be bigger than the Met Gala,” a source told Page Six.
The couple got engaged last August, surprising fans with a photoset of them embracing in a garden.
According to Page Six, Swift has enlisted two of her formative musical influences, country music icon Tim McGraw and Fleetwood Mac’s Stevie Nicks, to be performers at the ceremony. Another potential legend that could be a wedding performer is Paul McCartney.
The outlet also pointed out that the 14-time Grammy winner wore a tee reading “Stevie Knicks” during Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Swift and Nicks have had a mutual admiration society since 2010, when they performed together at the Grammys. As for McGraw, Swifties know well that Taylor’s 2006 debut single was named for him.
Swift’s wedding is set to be the biggest event in New York since the Knicks’ ticker-tape parade last week, as Swift and Kelce will reportedly be shutting down streets that surround the event’s presumed venue, Madison Square Garden, from July 2 to July 4. The space is intended to be reserved for tents, canopies, and production trucks for the big day on July 3. The roughly 1,000-guest wedding will be preceded by a rehearsal dinner the night before with a reported 100 people on the guest list.
Those who’ve been invited as guests to the wedding reportedly include pop vocalist Benson Boone and model Karlie Kloss.
“I’ve heard Taylor invited so many people it’s going to be bigger than the Met Gala,” a source told Page Six.
The couple got engaged last August, surprising fans with a photoset of them embracing in a garden.
ASAP Rocky Goes Off on Internet Critics Over Thong Rumors, Rihanna and More: 'Suck My D*ck'
ASAP Rocky appears to have had enough of the internet, taking aim at online critics during an on-stage rant.
During a recent stop on his Don't Be Dumb tour, the Harlem rapper paused his performance to unload on the criticism that's followed him throughout the album rollout, calling out everything from rumors about his choice in wardrobe to speculation about ticket sales and criticism surrounding his relationship with Rihanna.
"Fuck the internet," Rocky told the crowd. "First they was saying n***a was wearing thongs, then they was saying n***as show wasn't selling out, nobody wasn't coming, then they saying I'm disrespectful to my wife. Suck my dick, n***a."
“F*ck the internet. First they was saying I was wearing thongs, then they was saying the show wasn’t selling out, nobody wasn’t coming, then they saying I’m disrespectful to my wife... suck my d*ck.”
It's unclear at this time exactly which of his recent shows the rant comes from, but it surfaced online just days after a viral photo sparked claims that Rocky had been wearing thong underwear on stage.
His creative agency and record label, AWGE, quickly responded on social media, revealing its own branded underwear while dismissing the rumors. "DONT BE DUMB YOU PLAYED YASELF. MISTOOK A MIC PACK. YOUR DUMBNESS IS OPPORTUNITY," AWGE wrote, suggesting fans had mistaken Rocky's wireless microphone pack for underwear.
Rocky's comments about ticket sales also appear to be in response to online claims that his tour wasn't drawing crowds. Despite the speculation, the rapper's nationwide run has continued to report strong attendance, with multiple stops selling out as he brings his latest project to fans across the country.
His remarks about disrespecting Rihanna likely reference a separate viral moment from earlier this week during a concert in Phoenix, Arizona.
While speaking between songs, Rocky joked: "Thank God y'all didn't know me when I was single 'cause I would've fucked the shit out of you if you was pretty."
The off-the-cuff comment quickly circulated online, with some fans viewing it as harmless stage banter while others questioned whether it was appropriate given his relationship with Rihanna, with whom he shares three children.
Rihanna has remained one of Rocky's biggest supporters throughout the Don't Be Dumb Tour, attending several shows and recently celebrating him during the Knicks' NBA Finals run.
"My baby daddy brought Vibe back," she said while holding up Rocky's recent Vibe cover. "The vibe has been lost. The vibe has been brought back... I fucked that n***a and I had his babies."
ASAP Rocky appears to have had enough of the internet, taking aim at online critics during an on-stage rant.
During a recent stop on his Don't Be Dumb tour, the Harlem rapper paused his performance to unload on the criticism that's followed him throughout the album rollout, calling out everything from rumors about his choice in wardrobe to speculation about ticket sales and criticism surrounding his relationship with Rihanna.
"Fuck the internet," Rocky told the crowd. "First they was saying n***a was wearing thongs, then they was saying n***as show wasn't selling out, nobody wasn't coming, then they saying I'm disrespectful to my wife. Suck my dick, n***a."
“F*ck the internet. First they was saying I was wearing thongs, then they was saying the show wasn’t selling out, nobody wasn’t coming, then they saying I’m disrespectful to my wife... suck my d*ck.”
It's unclear at this time exactly which of his recent shows the rant comes from, but it surfaced online just days after a viral photo sparked claims that Rocky had been wearing thong underwear on stage.
His creative agency and record label, AWGE, quickly responded on social media, revealing its own branded underwear while dismissing the rumors. "DONT BE DUMB YOU PLAYED YASELF. MISTOOK A MIC PACK. YOUR DUMBNESS IS OPPORTUNITY," AWGE wrote, suggesting fans had mistaken Rocky's wireless microphone pack for underwear.
Rocky's comments about ticket sales also appear to be in response to online claims that his tour wasn't drawing crowds. Despite the speculation, the rapper's nationwide run has continued to report strong attendance, with multiple stops selling out as he brings his latest project to fans across the country.
His remarks about disrespecting Rihanna likely reference a separate viral moment from earlier this week during a concert in Phoenix, Arizona.
While speaking between songs, Rocky joked: "Thank God y'all didn't know me when I was single 'cause I would've fucked the shit out of you if you was pretty."
The off-the-cuff comment quickly circulated online, with some fans viewing it as harmless stage banter while others questioned whether it was appropriate given his relationship with Rihanna, with whom he shares three children.
Rihanna has remained one of Rocky's biggest supporters throughout the Don't Be Dumb Tour, attending several shows and recently celebrating him during the Knicks' NBA Finals run.
"My baby daddy brought Vibe back," she said while holding up Rocky's recent Vibe cover. "The vibe has been lost. The vibe has been brought back... I fucked that n***a and I had his babies."
Supergirl Opens To $38M, Marking First Box Office Miss For DC Studios
The movie Supergirl earned $38 million during its opening weekend, marking a disappointing start for the latest DC Studios release. This performance makes it the first film from the studio to underperform at the box office.
Supergirl pulled in $18 million on its opening Friday, including Thursday previews, falling short of early tracking that had projected over $55 million. Expectations had been adjusted downward to $45 million to $51 million prior to release, and the film ultimately landed below even those figures. It debuted behind the continuing box office leader Toy Story 5, which maintained strong momentum with an estimated $72.5 million for the same weekend.
On social media, the film’s team acknowledged the mixed reception and emphasized their commitment to the story and characters, highlighting the unique take on Kara Zor-El’s journey amid challenges faced by the DC Universe.
Supergirl is directed by Craig Gillespie and stars Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El alongside Jason Momoa as Lobo. The film is based on the comic series Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow and features a cosmic revenge plot involving Kara meeting a young alien girl named Ruthye. Produced by Warner Bros. Pictures, it had a production budget of roughly $170 million, which is less than the $225 million budget for last year’s Superman film but still requires a global haul near $315 million to break even before marketing costs.
This opening signals a pivotal moment for DC Studios as it seeks to prove its ability to succeed without relying on Superman as the main draw. The film’s modest debut, combined with a B- CinemaScore from audiences compared to the higher marks for Superman, raises questions about the franchise’s future trajectory and the appetite for new characters within the DC Universe at the box office.
Supergirl pulled in $18 million on its opening Friday, including Thursday previews, falling short of early tracking that had projected over $55 million. Expectations had been adjusted downward to $45 million to $51 million prior to release, and the film ultimately landed below even those figures. It debuted behind the continuing box office leader Toy Story 5, which maintained strong momentum with an estimated $72.5 million for the same weekend.
On social media, the film’s team acknowledged the mixed reception and emphasized their commitment to the story and characters, highlighting the unique take on Kara Zor-El’s journey amid challenges faced by the DC Universe.
Supergirl is directed by Craig Gillespie and stars Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El alongside Jason Momoa as Lobo. The film is based on the comic series Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow and features a cosmic revenge plot involving Kara meeting a young alien girl named Ruthye. Produced by Warner Bros. Pictures, it had a production budget of roughly $170 million, which is less than the $225 million budget for last year’s Superman film but still requires a global haul near $315 million to break even before marketing costs.
This opening signals a pivotal moment for DC Studios as it seeks to prove its ability to succeed without relying on Superman as the main draw. The film’s modest debut, combined with a B- CinemaScore from audiences compared to the higher marks for Superman, raises questions about the franchise’s future trajectory and the appetite for new characters within the DC Universe at the box office.
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Star Talks Dropping Out of ‘All Stars 11,’ Competitors React
RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars season 11 almost featured a different queen in the purple bracket!
Utica, from RuPaul’s Drag Race season 13, was originally supposed to be a contestant on the current season of All Stars but had to drop out due to scheduling conflicts.
The queen who replaced her was also just revealed to be advancing to the semi-finals!
“I really did try to make it happen, but unfortunately it just wasn’t possible in the end because of Project Runway interviews leading up to the season,” Utica told Entertainment Weekly. “Filming of All Stars was right after filming of Project Runway and before the airing of [Project Runway]. I was originally casted with Joey [Jay] as sisters [from season 13], but Sam Star took my spot last minute.”
“It would’ve been a hell of a turnaround to make it happen, but I’m very much enjoying watching this season and being there for my sisters along the way!” Utica added.
If you recall, Utica, whose real name is Ethan Mundt, competed on Project Runway season 21. The season aired last summer, and Ethan was a runner-up alongside Jesus Estrada.
Jasmine Kennedie, who has advanced to the semi-finals, confirmed Utica was the one who dropped out, and says she was relieved.
“I’m going to be honest, I was so happy I found she dropped out because I wouldn’t have advanced if she was there,” Jasmine told EW. “I wouldn’t have been in the top of the sewing [challenge].”
“You would not have won that first [sewing challenge],” Shuga Cain echoed.
After Friday’s (June 26) episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars season 11, it was revealed that the following queens have advanced to the semi-finals: A’keria C Davenport and Dawn for the orange bracket, Crystal Methyd and Silky Nutmeg Ganache for the pink bracket, and Jasmine Kennedie, Kennedy Davenport, and Sam Star for the purple bracket.
At the end of the episode, it was revealed that Morgan McMichaels, Salina EsTitties and Joey Jay were entered into the wild card for a final spot in the semi-finals. The queen who wins that spot will be revealed next week, on Friday (July 3)!
RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars season 11 almost featured a different queen in the purple bracket!
Utica, from RuPaul’s Drag Race season 13, was originally supposed to be a contestant on the current season of All Stars but had to drop out due to scheduling conflicts.
The queen who replaced her was also just revealed to be advancing to the semi-finals!
“I really did try to make it happen, but unfortunately it just wasn’t possible in the end because of Project Runway interviews leading up to the season,” Utica told Entertainment Weekly. “Filming of All Stars was right after filming of Project Runway and before the airing of [Project Runway]. I was originally casted with Joey [Jay] as sisters [from season 13], but Sam Star took my spot last minute.”
“It would’ve been a hell of a turnaround to make it happen, but I’m very much enjoying watching this season and being there for my sisters along the way!” Utica added.
If you recall, Utica, whose real name is Ethan Mundt, competed on Project Runway season 21. The season aired last summer, and Ethan was a runner-up alongside Jesus Estrada.
Jasmine Kennedie, who has advanced to the semi-finals, confirmed Utica was the one who dropped out, and says she was relieved.
“I’m going to be honest, I was so happy I found she dropped out because I wouldn’t have advanced if she was there,” Jasmine told EW. “I wouldn’t have been in the top of the sewing [challenge].”
“You would not have won that first [sewing challenge],” Shuga Cain echoed.
After Friday’s (June 26) episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars season 11, it was revealed that the following queens have advanced to the semi-finals: A’keria C Davenport and Dawn for the orange bracket, Crystal Methyd and Silky Nutmeg Ganache for the pink bracket, and Jasmine Kennedie, Kennedy Davenport, and Sam Star for the purple bracket.
At the end of the episode, it was revealed that Morgan McMichaels, Salina EsTitties and Joey Jay were entered into the wild card for a final spot in the semi-finals. The queen who wins that spot will be revealed next week, on Friday (July 3)!
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Remember folks.. Wash your fruit.
HAVE A GREAT WEEK AHEAD ALL!!!
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