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20 Years Later, Post-#MeToo, Karine Steffans’ ‘Confessions of a Video Vixen’ Hits Different

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In the early 2000s, Karrine Steffans was one of the most recognizable faces in hip-hop music videos, appearing in Jay-Z’s “Hey Papi,” Mystikal’s “Danger” and Ja Rule’s “Between Me and You.” To some, Steffans appeared to be living her best life, rolling in circles with some of the hottest athletes and artists at the… Read […]

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Wow! 50 Cent Continues to Destroy ‘Naked’ Joe Budden on Instagram Following Irv Gotti Comments

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Joe Budden had some harsh criticism for 50 Cent following his reaction to the death of his longtime rival, Irv Gotti. Now, 50 Cent is clapping back at the podcast host. Read more…

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Black Celebs We Lost In 2025

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It would not be possible for Black people to be celebrated the way we are today without those who paved the way before us, whether they’re musicians or athletes. Last year, we lost so many legends that it’s hard to even count. This year, we are starting to lose them again, but what really matters

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The Real Story Behind Irv Gotti and Ashanti’s Complicated Relationship Over the Years

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The passing of Irv Gotti has many people reflecting on the legacy he left behind and the people he had relationships with. Since we already covered his longtime feud with 50 Cent, it’s only right that we revisit his complicated relationship with Ashanti. Read more…

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Now We Understand Why 50 Cent Is Beefing With Irv Gotti Even After The Famed Producer’s Death

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Shortly after the news of Gotti’s death was made public, his biggest rival, 50 Cent, decided to make light of the situation. In an Instagram post on Wednesday, he wrote, “I’m smoking on dat Gotti pack, nah God bless him LOL.” Read more…

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Toni Braxton, Alicia Keys, Kanye West and Other Songs You Didn’t Know Irv Gotti Produced

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On Wednesday (Feb. 5), The Root reported that Murder Inc. founder Irv Gotti passed away at the age of 54. Born Irving Lorenzo, the music mogul has produced memorable tracks for a slew of stars including Ja Rule, Ashanti, Jay-Z and DMX. However, he also has worked on songs that fans may not realize. Here’s

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Rumors Are True. Famed Hip-hop Producer Irv Gotti Is Dead at 54. Here’s What We Know.

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This Developing was updated at 10: 15 p.m. on Feb. 5, 2025. Read more…

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Nelly and Ashanti: An Evolution of Their Love Story

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Nelly & Ashanti are getting ready for their next step in the next step in their relationship: reality TV. That’s right, the hip-hop and R&B staples are heading to Peacock with a brand new docuseries set to follow their lives after they welcomed their first child together last year. Read more…

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