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BREAKING: James Gandolfini AKA "Tony Soprano" Dead At 51, Hip-Hop Reacts

June 19, 2013 8:02 PM

Renowned actor James Gandolfini, mostly known as "Tony Soprano" from HBO's "The Sopranos," has passed away at the age of 51, sending shockwaves throughout the hip-hop community.

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50 Cent Remembers Slain Teen Girl, Reveals Tribute Tattoo

June 9, 2013 11:55 PM

G-Unit's 50 Cent has once again paid homage to the memory of a slain teenage female from his Queens, New York hometown.

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Notorious B.I.G. & Jackie Robinson Legacies Stand Tall, Unite In New York City

June 4, 2013 3:35 PM

Diehard Notorious B.I.G. fans outside of New York should start planning a summer trip to the Big Apple as a huge High Line billboard remembering the late rapper is now up for public observation.

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BREAKING: Bruno Mars' Mother Passes Away At 55

June 2, 2013 3:00 PM

Just days after OutKast member Andre 3000's mother passed away, pop singer Bruno Mars has lost his at the age of 55.

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Jermaine Dupri, 9th Wonder & More React To Andre 3000's Loss

May 29, 2013 3:10 PM

Atlanta producer Jermaine Dupri, 9th Wonder, Janelle Monae and more all publicly reached out to send positive thoughts to OutKast's Andre 3000 in light of losing his mother yesterday (May 28).

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BREAKING: Andre 3000 Loses His Mother, Rep Confirms Death

May 29, 2013 12:15 AM

OutKast member Andre 3000 reportedly lost his mother Tuesday (May 28), however, specific details on the cause of death have not yet emerged.

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Eazy-E's Son Reacts To Hologram Resurrection Plans

May 28, 2013 2:15 PM

West Coast rapper Lil Eazy has reacted to news and buzz about his late father Eazy-E being immortalized through hologram technology later this year at a Rock the Bells festival.

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50 Cent Goes Straight To The Bank, Keeps Slain Teen's Memory Alive

May 25, 2013 8:30 PM

G-Unit's 50 Cent may be an international star but he made sure to let fans know his heart is always in Queens, New York after helping cover a funeral for a slain 14-year-old teenager from his neighborhood.

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Game Channels 2Pac On Emotional Tribute: "It's On Til The Motherf**ker Dead" [Audio]

May 25, 2013 2:05 PM

West Coast rapper Game decided to finally unload his feelings after losing a close friend earlier this year with the release of "Till We Meet Again (R.I.P. Frogg)."

Continue reading Game Channels 2Pac On Emotional Tribute: "It's On Til The Motherf**ker Dead" [Audio].

Heavy D's Fam Clears Up Who's Getting Rapper's $$$

May 22, 2013 7:27 AM

The family of late hip-hop pioneer Heavy D has come forward to address reports which suggest his brother is trying to take full control of the real estate.

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"I'm Not Even Gonna Front, Me & B.I.G. Had A Box Of Phillies, Champagne & Hennessy"

May 21, 2013 3:20 PM

[In honor of late rap mogul Notorious B.I.G.'s 41st birthday, hip-hop veteran Sadat X tells SOHH readers about his memorable experience recording their "Come On" collaboration together.]

Continue reading "I'm Not Even Gonna Front, Me & B.I.G. Had A Box Of Phillies, Champagne & Hennessy".

Heavy D's Brother Tries To Cash-In On Mysterious, Missing Will

May 19, 2013 2:05 PM

Late hip-hop pioneer Heavy D's brother, Floyd Myers, is reportedly hoping he can turn a missing will into actual assets nearly three years after the rapper's passing.

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ODB's Widow Slams Hologram Plans: "I'm Looking Forward To Talking To Wu-Tang About This"

May 17, 2013 2:00 PM

Wu-Tang Clan fans hoping to see Ol' Dirty Bastard virtually resurrected at this upcoming summer's Rock The Bells music festival series may have to hold their breath if his widow has any say about it.

Continue reading ODB's Widow Slams Hologram Plans: "I'm Looking Forward To Talking To Wu-Tang About This".

Bone Thugs Say AIDS Killing Eazy-E's Legacy: "[B.I.G & Pac] Died Being Known As Gangsta Heroes"

May 17, 2013 10:55 AM

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony recently talked about the legacy their mentor Eazy-E left behind and how the late N.W.A. founder is not viewed in the same light as slain greats like Tupac Shakur.

Continue reading Bone Thugs Say AIDS Killing Eazy-E's Legacy: "[B.I.G & Pac] Died Being Known As Gangsta Heroes".

Scarface On 2Pac Shooting: "I Could Have Saved That Boy" [Video]

May 15, 2013 3:20 PM

Houston rapper Scarface recently reflected on his late friend Tupac Shakur's legacy and admitted he could have possibly saved his life from multiple shootings.

Continue reading Scarface On 2Pac Shooting: "I Could Have Saved That Boy" [Video].

Kriss Kross' Chris Kelly Has Everyone "Jump" At Public Wake, Media Banned

May 9, 2013 2:45 PM

The legacy of Kriss Kross' Chris Kelly was reportedly in full effect this week as reports claim the group's iconic "Jump" instrumental anthem played during his public wake in Georgia.

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"Because Of Kriss Kross, That's How Jermaine Dupri Got His Label To Sign Xscape"

May 7, 2013 6:45 PM

Atlanta singer Kandi Burruss is the latest entertainer to come forward to speak on the memory and legacy of late Kriss Kross member Chris Kelly.

Continue reading "Because Of Kriss Kross, That's How Jermaine Dupri Got His Label To Sign Xscape".

Disturbing Final Chris Kelly Video Surfaces: "Look Around You It's Full Of Dead Bodies" [Video]

May 6, 2013 8:20 AM

Footage of late hip-hop artist Chris Kelly has surfaced online which shows him rapping hours before passing away in Georgia.

Continue reading Disturbing Final Chris Kelly Video Surfaces: "Look Around You It's Full Of Dead Bodies" [Video].

Kriss Kross' Chris Kelly Public Funeral Plans Unveiled

May 4, 2013 11:11 PM

Days after the passing of Kriss Kross' Chris "Mac Daddy" Kelly, funeral plans slated for next week in Atlanta have been announced today (May 4).

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Nicki Minaj, Meagan Good, Keri Hilson, N.O.R.E., Marlon Wayans & More Shocked By Chris Kelly's Death

May 2, 2013 11:30 AM

The news of Kriss Kross member Chris Kelly continues to work up the emotions of hip-hop's biggest entertainers as Nicki Minaj, N.O.R.E, Freekey Zekey and more have offered up their condolences.

Continue reading Nicki Minaj, Meagan Good, Keri Hilson, N.O.R.E., Marlon Wayans & More Shocked By Chris Kelly's Death.

Andre 3000's 'Back To Back' Verse Is Terrible, Says Amy Winehouse's Dad

April 28, 2013 10:45 PM

Days after late singer Amy Winehouse's father put Beyoncé on blast for covering his daughter's "Back to Black" record on the Great Gatsby soundtrack, he has now shot a few words toward OutKast's Andre 3000.

Continue reading Andre 3000's 'Back To Back' Verse Is Terrible, Says Amy Winehouse's Dad.

Future's Business Associate Gunned Down In Mercedes Maybach

April 12, 2013 7:47 PM

Atlanta rapper Future's close friend and business associate OG Double D reportedly fell victim to fatal gunfire after being shot at in a Mercedes Maybach this week.

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Movie Critic Icon Roger Ebert Dead At 70

April 4, 2013 5:00 PM

After decades of penning must-read movies reviews and injecting an infectious thumbs up/down craze in popular culture, film critic Roger Ebert has passed away at the age of 70.

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Game Admits He's Struggling After Slain Friend's Death: "Hurt & Still Devastated"

April 2, 2013 5:15 PM

West Coast rapper Game is taking fans a bit deeper into his personal life, revealing the stuggle he has gone through over the past week after losing a close friend in Michael "Frogg" Reshard to gun violence.

Continue reading Game Admits He's Struggling After Slain Friend's Death: "Hurt & Still Devastated".

Diddy's Bad Boy Protégé Names His Fave Notorious Track: "I Was Into Pac First & Then Got Into Biggie" [Audio]

March 15, 2013 3:00 PM

Days after the 16th anniversary of late rapper Notorious B.I.G.'s passing, Bad Boy Records' Machine Gun Kelly has reflected on his legacy and revealed his all-time favorite Biggie Smalls song.

Continue reading Diddy's Bad Boy Protégé Names His Fave Notorious Track: "I Was Into Pac First & Then Got Into Biggie" [Audio].

Lupe Fiasco Pens Emotional Tribute For Slain 6-Month-Old Baby [Audio]

March 15, 2013 9:12 AM

Grammy-winning rapper Lupe Fiasco is letting the world know exactly how he feels over the brutal slaying of six-month-old baby Jonylah Watkins this week in Chicago at the hands of gun violence.

Continue reading Lupe Fiasco Pens Emotional Tribute For Slain 6-Month-Old Baby [Audio].

Notorious' Son & Daughter Keep B.I.G. Alive In "House Of Wallace"

March 11, 2013 10:50 PM

The late Notorious B.I.G.'s teenage kids will help keep his memory alive in an upcoming animated series called "House of Wallace."

Continue reading Notorious' Son & Daughter Keep B.I.G. Alive In "House Of Wallace".

Game, Tony Yayo & Lloyd Banks Remember Notorious B.I.G.

March 10, 2013 1:56 PM

West Coast rapper Game and his former G-Unit sidekicks Tony Yayo and Lloyd Banks paid homage to the memory of the late Notorious B.I.G., 16 years since his passing this weekend.

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Lil' Kim Says She's Finally Celebrating Biggie's Life

March 9, 2013 9:48 PM

Brooklyn rapper Lil' Kim recently talked about the life of her late rap mentor Notorious B.I.G. and how she is finally able to celebrate his legacy 16 years after his untimely passing.

Continue reading Lil' Kim Says She's Finally Celebrating Biggie's Life.

Snoop Dogg Remembers Mr. Magic After Fatal Car Wreck [Audio]

March 8, 2013 3:45 PM

West Coast rapper Snoop Dogg has taken to the recording booth to spill out his emotions for a few fallen friends on a new record called "Heaven."

Continue reading Snoop Dogg Remembers Mr. Magic After Fatal Car Wreck [Audio].

BREAKING: Former No Limit Rapper Dead, C-Murder, Mannie Fresh & Silkk The Shocker React

March 2, 2013 4:47 PM

Former No Limit Records rapper Mr. Magic has reportedly died after a fatal car crash last night in Mississippi while driving with his daughter, sending shockwaves to his ex-labelmates.

Continue reading BREAKING: Former No Limit Rapper Dead, C-Murder, Mannie Fresh & Silkk The Shocker React.

BREAKING: N.W.A.'s Worst Nightmare, "F*ck Compton" Hitmaker Dead At 46

February 14, 2013 6:24 PM

New York rap veteran Timothy "Tim Dog" Blair reportedly passed away today (February 14) at the age of 46 from medical complications, according to reports.

Continue reading BREAKING: N.W.A.'s Worst Nightmare, "F*ck Compton" Hitmaker Dead At 46.

Lil Mama Resurrects TLC's Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes [Video]

February 9, 2013 7:26 PM

New York rapper Lil Mama has reportedly landed a role in an upcoming biopic for late TLC group member Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes.

Continue reading Lil Mama Resurrects TLC's Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes [Video].

Rick Ross Lights It Up For Late Music Icon: "Smoke One In Memory..."

February 6, 2013 9:00 PM

Maybach Music Group leader Rick Ross may not be ready to speak to media outlets about his publicized near-death shooting last week, however, he is keeping busy on Twitter by paying homage to late reggae icon Bob Marley.

Continue reading Rick Ross Lights It Up For Late Music Icon: "Smoke One In Memory...".

2Pac Wanted To Join No Limit Records, Reveals Master P

February 1, 2013 3:00 PM

No Limit Records boss Master P recently revealed how close he came to signing Tupac Shakur to his renowned music company and how much of a close-knit relationship they had.

Continue reading 2Pac Wanted To Join No Limit Records, Reveals Master P.

Game Tats Body W/ Deceased Female Rapper, Ready To Pull A Drake Next

January 28, 2013 11:45 AM

West Coast rapper Game has added some fresh ink to his body frame, getting a tattoo of late TLC group member Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes placed onto his ribs.

Continue reading Game Tats Body W/ Deceased Female Rapper, Ready To Pull A Drake Next.

Faith Evans Wants Notorious B.I.G.'s Killer Caught, Addresses Lil' Kim Relationship [Video]

January 22, 2013 5:52 PM

R&B singer Faith Evans has stepped up to speak on the passing of her ex-husband Notorious B.I.G. and where she currently stands with one-time rival Lil' Kim.

Continue reading Faith Evans Wants Notorious B.I.G.'s Killer Caught, Addresses Lil' Kim Relationship [Video].

Notorious' Daughter Hypnotizes W/ Jaw-Dropping "B.I.G." Tattoo

January 14, 2013 9:35 PM

Late New York rapper Notorious B.I.G.'s daughter, T'yanna Wallace, has taken facial tatoos up a notch, now revealing new ink of her father's hip-hop alias on her lip.

Continue reading Notorious' Daughter Hypnotizes W/ Jaw-Dropping "B.I.G." Tattoo.

Honey Cocaine Gives Unsweetened Truth Behind Freddy E. Suicide Rumors

January 9, 2013 11:40 AM

Canadian rap newcomer Honey Cocaine is letting the world know how much of a close-knit relationship she had with late hip-hop artist Freddy E. and clearing up rumors surrounding his reported weekend suicide.

Continue reading Honey Cocaine Gives Unsweetened Truth Behind Freddy E. Suicide Rumors.

Chief Keef's Brother Fatally Shot In The Back Of Head, Family Reacts

January 7, 2013 1:55 PM

Chicago rapper Chief Keef's stepbrother Ulysses "Chris" Gissendanner III reportedly lost his life this month, fatally getting shot in the back of his head.

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Honey Cocaine Addresses Freddy E.'s Shocking Suicide: "Say It's My Fault, Threaten Me"

January 7, 2013 10:28 AM

Canadian female rapper Honey Cocaine has stepped up to address hype and rumors claiming she is the driving force which pushed alleged ex-boyfriend hip-hop artist Freddy E. to commit suicide over the weekend.

Continue reading Honey Cocaine Addresses Freddy E.'s Shocking Suicide: "Say It's My Fault, Threaten Me".

Papoose Refuses To Believe Chris Lighty Killed Himself: "Anybody Who Knows Chris Sees Through The Lies" [Audio]

January 6, 2013 1:40 PM

New York rapper Papoose pays homage to those who left us last year in the entertainment industry with his new "Obituary 2012" tribute record.

Continue reading Papoose Refuses To Believe Chris Lighty Killed Himself: "Anybody Who Knows Chris Sees Through The Lies" [Audio].

A$AP Rocky Loses His Father, Rihanna Reacts

December 26, 2012 9:05 PM

Harlem rap newcomer A$AP Rocky has announced the passing of his father a day after Christmas and posted an Instagram photo of him.

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Teen Rapper Murdered Over Lil JoJo? Victim's Family Speaks Out

December 26, 2012 3:00 PM

An 18 year-old teenage rapper reportedly lost his life to gun violence last night (December 25) and his family claims it had something to do with his support for recently slain hip-hop artist Lil JoJo.

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Capital Steez Tweets "The End" Before Death, 9th Wonder, Jae Millz & More React

December 24, 2012 2:53 PM

Rap newcomer Capital Steez has reportedly passed away at the age of 19 leaving many notable hip-hop entertainers at a loss for words.

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MMG Member Blames Government For School Shooting: "Another 9/11. Don't Get It Twisted"

December 20, 2012 3:45 PM

Maybach Music Group's Gunplay has reportedly offered his take on the tragic slaying at Sandy Hook Elementary School last week and called the massacre a government conspiracy.

Continue reading MMG Member Blames Government For School Shooting: "Another 9/11. Don't Get It Twisted".

T.I. Says CT School Shooting Is Why He Kept Guns On Him [Video]

December 18, 2012 10:50 PM

Days after the horrific Connecticut school shooting, Grammy-winning rapper T.I. has offered his reaction and cited the slayings for why he used to travel fully strapped.

Continue reading T.I. Says CT School Shooting Is Why He Kept Guns On Him [Video].

Detectives Contact Notorious B.I.G.'s Family After Autopsy Release

December 9, 2012 5:05 PM

Days after an autopsy on the late Notorious B.I.G. surfaced online, Los Angeles detectives claim they personally apologized to the rapper's family about its unexpected release.

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Oh Mercy! @KimKardashian Loses @KanyeWest-Inspired Pet: "My Heart Is Completely Broken"

December 7, 2012 10:08 PM

Months after Kim Kardashian revealed having a new pet promptly named after boyfriend/rap star Kanye West, the reality television star has now announced its unexpected passing.

Continue reading Oh Mercy! @KimKardashian Loses @KanyeWest-Inspired Pet: "My Heart Is Completely Broken".

Notorious B.I.G.'s Autopsy Report Surfaces, Fatal Gunshot Wounds Revealed

December 7, 2012 9:43 AM

Nearly two decades after the Notorious B.I.G. lost his life to gun violence in Los Angeles, a new never-before-seen autopsy report has surfaced online with graphic details of his fatal injuries.

Continue reading Notorious B.I.G.'s Autopsy Report Surfaces, Fatal Gunshot Wounds Revealed.

50 Cent Rallies Behind Slain Teen: "First Trayvon Martin Now Jordan Davis Killed For Playing Music Too Loud"

December 5, 2012 12:05 PM

G-Unit leader 50 Cent is speaking out to help rally support for slain Florida teenager Jordan Davis after finding out he lost his life over having music playing in public.

Continue reading 50 Cent Rallies Behind Slain Teen: "First Trayvon Martin Now Jordan Davis Killed For Playing Music Too Loud".

Lil JoJo's Mom Attacks Chief Keef: "He Paid Somebody To [Kill Him]" [Video]

December 3, 2012 4:33 PM

Months after the tragic slaying of teen Chicago rapper Lil JoJo, his mother has stepped forward to provide an update and blame Chief Keef for taking her son's life.

Continue reading Lil JoJo's Mom Attacks Chief Keef: "He Paid Somebody To [Kill Him]" [Video].

Fat Joe & Pusha T Bid Farewell To Boxing Icon: "He Always Repped Puerto Ricans"

November 24, 2012 2:40 PM

Rap stars Fat Joe and Pusha T expressed their feelings for Puerto Rican boxing legend Hector "Macho" Camacho right before his Saturday (November 24) passing at the age of 50.

Continue reading Fat Joe & Pusha T Bid Farewell To Boxing Icon: "He Always Repped Puerto Ricans".

Drake Loses His Grandmother: "What A Day To Go"

November 23, 2012 10:23 AM

Young Money rapper Drake let the world a bit closer into his personal life this week, revealing the passing of his grandmother on Thanksgiving Day.

Continue reading Drake Loses His Grandmother: "What A Day To Go".

Ghostace Killah Refuses To Mourn Over ODB: "I Never Dwell On the Day We Lost Him"

November 14, 2012 10:25 AM

Wu-Tang Clan's Raekwon and Ghostface Killah reflected on the passing of fallen comrade Ol' Dirty Bastard this week and revealed how they celebrate his life.

Continue reading Ghostace Killah Refuses To Mourn Over ODB: "I Never Dwell On the Day We Lost Him".

Kurupt Picks Up Tab For Late Natina Reed's Funeral

November 4, 2012 10:05 AM

West Coast rapper Kurupt reportedly handled all funeral-related costs a week after his ex-girlfriend Natina Reed passed away from getting struck by a vehicle in Georgia.

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Kurupt Breaks Silence On Natina Reed's Tragic Death

October 28, 2012 8:31 PM

West Coast rapper Kurupt has released a statement in light of losing the mother of his ten year-old son Tren Brown heading into the weekend from a horrific car accident.

Continue reading Kurupt Breaks Silence On Natina Reed's Tragic Death.

BREAKING: Kurupt's Ex-Girlfriend, Blaque Member Killed In Car Crash

October 27, 2012 8:25 PM

R&B singer Natina Reed, most known for being a member of Blaque, reportedly died last night (October 26) after getting struck by a car in Georgia.

Continue reading BREAKING: Kurupt's Ex-Girlfriend, Blaque Member Killed In Car Crash.

RZA Wants That Ol' Dirty Thing Back: "We Ran Through This City - Getting Chased By Police"

October 6, 2012 9:25 PM

Wu-Tang Clan leader RZA recently discussed the passing of longtime friend/group member Ol' Dirty Bastard and just what is going down with a couple of reported biopics in the works.

Continue reading RZA Wants That Ol' Dirty Thing Back: "We Ran Through This City - Getting Chased By Police".

Kanye West Returns To Twitter, Calls Late Icon "Most Inspiring Human Being" Of All-Time

October 6, 2012 11:45 AM

Grammy-winning rapper Kanye West is apparently "back" on Twitter after deleting all of his past tweets since joining two years and has paid homage to late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs.

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Notorious B.I.G.'s Wife Says Biggie's "Still One Of The Best That Ever Did It"

October 2, 2012 12:00 PM

Nearly two decades after the tragic death of Notorious B.I.G., the late music icon's ex-wife Faith Evans recently discussed his legacy and just how much talent Biggie Smalls contained.

Continue reading Notorious B.I.G.'s Wife Says Biggie's "Still One Of The Best That Ever Did It".

Fat Joe Explains Why 50 Cent Beef Lasted So Long [Audio]

October 2, 2012 11:05 AM

Terror Squad leader Fat Joe has stepped forward to confirm reports of his beef with 50 Cent ending after a peace calling at the BET Hip Hop Awards and why it took them so long.

Continue reading Fat Joe Explains Why 50 Cent Beef Lasted So Long [Audio].

50 Cent Finally Buries Fat Joe Beef: "Chris Would Have Wanted Joe There"

September 29, 2012 9:40 PM

After nearly a decade beefing, rap rivals 50 Cent and Fat Joe have finally placed their differences aside to unite for their late longtime friend Chris Lighty at the BET Hip Hop Awards taping.

Continue reading 50 Cent Finally Buries Fat Joe Beef: "Chris Would Have Wanted Joe There".

Chris Lighty's Brother Wants The Truth: "I Need Answers"

September 28, 2012 10:07 PM

Days after rap star 50 Cent revealed he is backing an investigation to find out how close friend Chris Lighty really died, the late music executive's brother admits he too wants answers.

Continue reading Chris Lighty's Brother Wants The Truth: "I Need Answers".

Timbaland & Missy Elliott Unfold Drake's Aaliyah Obsession

September 18, 2012 9:00 AM

Virginia-bred music duo Timbaland and Missy Elliott have discussed their issues with Drake putting out a posthumous Aaliyah album and tried to understand his obsession with the late singer this week.

Continue reading Timbaland & Missy Elliott Unfold Drake's Aaliyah Obsession.

50 Cent Suspects Foul Play in Chris Lighty's Suicide: "I Actually Can't Wrap The Idea Of Him Shooting Himself" [Audio]

September 15, 2012 11:20 AM

G-Unit's 50 Cent is still struggling with the fact his longtime mentor/friend Chris Lighty has passed away and now reveals he does not fully believe things are as they seem in relation to the late music executive's suicide.

Continue reading 50 Cent Suspects Foul Play in Chris Lighty's Suicide: "I Actually Can't Wrap The Idea Of Him Shooting Himself" [Audio].

Violent Brawl Erupts At Lil JoJo's Funeral, Chicago Police Swarm In [Video]

September 15, 2012 10:30 AM

Just over a week after Chicago rapper Lil JoJo lost his life to gun violence, a physical brawl popped off at his funeral yesterday (September 14) and required police involvement.

Continue reading Violent Brawl Erupts At Lil JoJo's Funeral, Chicago Police Swarm In [Video].

Rare Kanye West & Donda West "Like Son, Like Mother" Footage Surfaces [Video]

September 14, 2012 5:30 PM

Archived footage of rap star Kanye West and his late mother Donda West has surfaced online and shows the G.O.O.D. Music leader during his pre-fame days rapping.

Continue reading Rare Kanye West & Donda West "Like Son, Like Mother" Footage Surfaces [Video].

Chris Lighty's Protégé Crushed After Suicide: "I Was Only Home [From Jail] Two Days, So That Was Definitely Devastating"

September 14, 2012 10:05 AM

New York rapper Chi-Ali has revealed his reaction to learning of the passing of longtime friend and mentor Chris Lighty 48 hours after getting released from jail last month.

Continue reading Chris Lighty's Protégé Crushed After Suicide: "I Was Only Home [From Jail] Two Days, So That Was Definitely Devastating".

50 Cent Says Chris Lighty's Death Won't Cease Fat Joe Beef [Audio]

September 10, 2012 10:45 AM

G-Unit leader 50 Cent recently discussed the passing of his longtime friend Chris Lighty and why despite realizing life is bigger than the music industry, he does not see himself resolving past conflicts with his rivals.

Continue reading 50 Cent Says Chris Lighty's Death Won't Cease Fat Joe Beef [Audio].

Rapper Dies After Proclaiming Drake's "YOLO" Catchphrase [Video]

September 9, 2012 9:43 PM

An up-and-coming rapper reportedly died recently and is making headlines for tweeting hip-hop star Drake's "You Only Live Once (YOLO)" catchphrase prior to his fatal drunk driving crash.

Continue reading Rapper Dies After Proclaiming Drake's "YOLO" Catchphrase [Video].

Jailed Jimmy Henchman & Russell Simmons Release Statements On Chris Lighty

September 6, 2012 11:10 AM

Incarcerated music executive James "Jimmy Henchman" Rosemond and Russell Simmons have released statements on the tragic death of fellow hip-hop business mogul Chris Lighty.

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Fat Joe & 50 Cent Put Differences Aside, Attend Chris Lighty's NYC Funeral

September 6, 2012 8:15 AM

Music rivals Fat Joe and 50 Cent placed their differences aside yesterday (September 5) as they both came to Manhattan to wish their longtime friend Chris Lighty farewell amongst other celebrities.

Continue reading Fat Joe & 50 Cent Put Differences Aside, Attend Chris Lighty's NYC Funeral.

Martin Lawrence Reacts To Michael Clarke Duncan, Cause Of Death Revealed

September 5, 2012 8:32 AM

Hollywood actor Martin Lawrence has sent his condolences to the family of Michael Clarke Duncan days after the bigger than life thespian passed away from medical complications.

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BREAKING: Michael Clarke Duncan Dead At 54

September 3, 2012 5:47 PM

Weeks after getting hospitalized for a heart attack, Hollywood actor Michael Clarke Duncan has passed away at the age of 54.

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Nate Dogg's Family Ignite Messy Battle Over Estate, "Grandmother Is Only Involved - For The Money"

September 3, 2012 5:37 PM

A year after the tragic passing of West Coast hip-hop artist Nate Dogg and his memory is not yet resting in peace as reports claim family members are torn apart over his estate.

Continue reading Nate Dogg's Family Ignite Messy Battle Over Estate, "Grandmother Is Only Involved - For The Money".

Chris Lighty's Wife Denies Fight-Fueled Suicide: "He Was In A Lot Of Pain"

September 3, 2012 2:00 PM

The wife of late music mogul Chris Lighty has turned down speculation and reports which claim a fight fueled his decision to kill himself last week.

Continue reading Chris Lighty's Wife Denies Fight-Fueled Suicide: "He Was In A Lot Of Pain".

Chris Lighty's Violator Partner Downplays Suicidal Debt Problems, "I Know Exactly What He Was Feeling"

September 2, 2012 9:50 AM

Days after the tragic passing of music executive Chris Lighty, his Violator Management business partner Michael "Blue" Williams has nixed speculation which suggests money woes contributed to his death.

Continue reading Chris Lighty's Violator Partner Downplays Suicidal Debt Problems, "I Know Exactly What He Was Feeling".

Chris Lighty's Brother & Russell Simmons Question Suicide Reports: "I Don't Think He Killed Himself - Nothing's Adding Up"

September 1, 2012 7:05 AM

Days after the tragic passing of Violator Management founder Chris Lighty, the late music mogul's brother Dave Lighty and longtime friend Russell Simmons have questioned the validty of the suicide reports.

Continue reading Chris Lighty's Brother & Russell Simmons Question Suicide Reports: "I Don't Think He Killed Himself - Nothing's Adding Up".

50 Cent Reacts To Chris Lighty's Tragic Death

August 31, 2012 12:45 PM

G-Unit leader 50 Cent is the latest hip-hop artist to react to the tragic news of Violator Management founder Chris Lighty reportedly committing suicide yesterday (August 30) morning.

Continue reading 50 Cent Reacts To Chris Lighty's Tragic Death.

Game, Yung Joc, Shyne, L.A. Reid, Big Daddy Kane & More React To Chris Lighty's Death

August 30, 2012 10:55 PM

West Coast rapper Game, Yung Joc, Shyne, L.A. Reid, Big Daddy Kane and more have publicly come forward to send their best wishes and react to the tragic death of music executive Chris Lighty.

Continue reading Game, Yung Joc, Shyne, L.A. Reid, Big Daddy Kane & More React To Chris Lighty's Death.

BREAKING: Violator Management's Chris Lighty Found Dead

August 30, 2012 2:45 PM

Music pioneer Chris Lighty has reportedly been discovered dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound leaving a legacy which includes the founding of Violator Management.

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Cassie & DMX Remember Aaliyah: "My Wife Got Mad - I Was Rubbing [Aaliyah's] Arms, Warming Her Up"

August 25, 2012 10:00 PM

Music stars Cassie and DMX have shared their thoughts on the 11-year anniversary of late singer Aaliyah's passing and how much of an impact she made in the music industry.

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First Man On Moon Neil Armstrong Dead At 82, President Barack Obama Reacts

August 25, 2012 6:35 PM

The first man to walk on the moon nearly 45 years ago, Neil Armstrong, has passed away at the age of 82 from medical compilcations this weekend.

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Cocaine, Weed, Alcohol & More Contributed To Rodney King's Accidental Drowning

August 24, 2012 11:00 AM

New reports claim multiple drugs including cocaine and marijuana contributed to the death of 47 year-old Rodney King earlier this summer in California.

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"Top Gun" Director Jumps To His Death From LA Bridge, Samuel L. Jackson, Rosario Dawson & Justin Timberlake React

August 20, 2012 7:27 AM

The man responsible for directing Hollywood classics like Top Gun and Beverly Hills Cop 2 reportedly committed suicide Sunday (August 19) after jumping to his death from a Los Angeles bridge.

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2 Chainz On 2 Pac: "This Is One Of My Favorite Artists Of All Time" [Video]

August 19, 2012 11:30 PM

Atlanta rapper 2 Chainz recently discussed his admiration toward Tupac Shakur and why he has no intention of getting compared to the late music mogul unless it is in relation to work ethic.

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Game Links Up W/ West Coast O.G., Pays Homage To Nate Dogg [Video]

August 19, 2012 9:08 PM

West Coast rapper Game has showed love to the late Nate Dogg by teaming up with hip-hop veteran Warren G for their new "Party We Will Throw Now" music video.

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2 Pac Back? Willow Smith Says "Tupac, I Know You Are Alive"

August 18, 2012 6:25 PM

Roc Nation princess Willow Smith has inked an open letter to the late Tupac Shakur and revealed how much her mother/actress Jada Pinkett-Smith misses the hip-hop icon.

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Timbaland & Missy Elliott Won't Be On Drake's Aaliyah LP, Rep Reveals

August 13, 2012 10:55 PM

Music fans hoping recent reports of producer Timbaland and rap star Missy Elliott getting involved in an upcoming posthumous Aaliyah album can stop dreaming as neither will be on it.

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Trey Songz Co-Signs Drake's Aaliyah Collabo, Wants Timbaland & Missy Elliott Behind Posthumous LP

August 12, 2012 11:41 AM

R&B singer Trey Songz recently gave his take on Drake's new "Enough Said" Aaliyah collaboration and said he fully supports the Young Money rapper's joint effort.

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Drake Didn't Leak 'Enough Said' & Timbaland Lands Spot On Aaliyah LP, Reports Say

August 6, 2012 10:46 PM

New details surrounding the unexpected release of late singer Aaliyah's Drake-assisted "Enough Said" record and what involvement her longtime friend/producer Timbaland may have on a posthumous album have surfaced.

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Drake & Aaliyah's 'Enough Said' Duet Emerges, "Every Million I Get An Enemy Or A Cousin" [Audio]

August 5, 2012 8:21 PM

Days after hinting at big news involving late singer Aaliyah being on the brink, Young Money rapper Drake's new "Enough Said" has premiered online.

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Usher's Ex-Wife Claims He Showed "Bogus" Affection Toward Deceased Son

August 2, 2012 11:24 PM

Grammy-winning singer Usher's ex-wife Tameka Foster has reportedly called him out in legal documents and claimed he has faked having real compassion toward his late stepson Kile Glover.

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Drake Promises "Great Aaliyah News" Coming Soon [Video]

August 2, 2012 12:05 PM

Young Money rapper Drake has the Internet in a frenzy after promising to deliver some "great" news on late R&B singer Aaliyah.

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UPDATE: "Dark Knight Rises" Massacre Suspect Charged W/ 24 Counts Of Murder

July 30, 2012 3:05 PM

The man reportedly responsible for killing a dozen people at a Dark Knight Rises Colorado movie theater has been hit with 24 counts of murder.

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Usher's 11 Year-Old Son Laid To Rest After Jet Ski Hospitalization

July 28, 2012 8:07 AM

R&B star Usher's 11 year-old son Kile Glover was reportedly laid to rest yesterday (July 27) in Atlanta after a jet ski accident left him brain dead earlier this month.

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Nate Dogg's $200,000 Real Estate Gets Divided For Six Kids

July 25, 2012 9:18 AM

Late hip-hop artist Nate Dogg's estate is reportedly valued at $200,000 and will be divided amongst his six children.

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Rick Ross Goes Off On 'Dark Knight Rises' Shooter, "Don't Be Dazed Now" [Video]

July 24, 2012 5:46 PM

Maybach Music Group head Rick Ross has offered his condolences to the victims of last week's Dark Knight Rises Colorado massacre and took direct aim at suspect James Eagan Holmes.

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Sherman "George Jefferson" Hemsley Dead At 74

July 24, 2012 5:06 PM

Famed television star Sherman Hemsley, most known for his portrayal as George Jefferson from "The Jeffersons," has passed away at the age of 74.

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