Rapper 40 Glocc is slated to go on trial today (May 17th) for allegedly promoting gang culture in his music and videos.
The rapper is one of sixty names listed in the San Bernardino County district attorney's first approved preliminary civil gang injunction, against the Colton City Crips.
Colton City District Attorney Mark Vos and prosecutors claim that 40 Glocc, born Lawrence White, is a “senior member of the gang who has become a rap… Continue
Despite an apology issued by a Bethel University student for impersonating rapper Lil Wayne in blackface, students at the school voiced their displeasure over what they deemed as an offensive performance during a recent event.
On Friday (May 14), students held a demonstration on campus while offering a list of demands to address racial issues at Bethel. The protest came two weeks after five students performed a skit at the school’s annual Mr. BU… Continue
Rima Fakih, Miss Michigan, was crowned Miss USA 2010 on Sunday night, becoming the first Arab-American to win the beauty pageant.
Fakih, 24, a former New Yorker who was raised in Dearborn, Mich., beat out 50 other contestants, including runner-up Miss Oklahoma, for the grand prize.
When asked on stage how she felt about the big win, the petite brunette… Continue
There may be a lot of celebrities in rehab but when it comes to "Celebrity Rehab," they're saying, "no, no, no."
VH1 is unable to sign even minor stars for its fourth season of "Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew," TMZ.com reports.
Lindsay Lohan and Heather Locklear are the latest celebs to refuse to appear on the show, which must lock its cast by Wednesday.
According to TMZ.com, VH1 also approached Charlie Sheen, Brooke Mueller… Continue
Jennifer Hudson is back in the studio - and she's hoping the second time will be a charm.
We hear the Oscar winner is recording additional music for her upcoming album after her first batch of new tunes garnered less-than-glowing feedback. The bad news came after J Records executive Larry Jackson showcased music from Hudson's sophomore CD at EMI Publishing's recent upfront presentation for songwriters and producers in NYC.
Woody Allen has spoken out in support of fellow filmmaker Roman Polanski, who is currently under house arrest in connection with a 1977 child sex scandal.
"It's something that happened many years ago ... he has suffered, he has not been allowed to go to the United States. He was embarrassed by the whole thing," Allen, 74, said during an interview at the Cannes Film Festival, according to E! Online. "He has paid his dues, he has had a hard life.… Continue
RICHMOND, Virginia — Chris Brown headlined the "Virginia Stand Up! A Call to Action" benefit concert on Saturday night, and the superstar singer couldn't have been more giving, doing his best to please the packed house.
"Can I slow it down for the ladies?" Brown asked the shrieking audience, comprised mostly of females and local supporters. "I mean really slow it down."
With that, the energetic crooner jumped off the stage and walked… Continue
When Queen Latifah was 17, she had her eye on a record contract. Her mom introduced her to a local DJ named Mark James, otherwise known as the 45 King. Together they laid down a demo.
"I did, like, two songs," she explained. "I was just spittin' my rhymes. 'Wrath of My Madness' was the A side. 'Princess of the Posse' was the B side. Mark gave the tape to this guy named Fab 5 Freddy, who was known around. I knew he was circulating this music… Continue
Usher followed up Luda's set with a nearly hour-long performance that spanned his entire catalogue. Usher worked hard all night, dancing and sweating through his set. Most impressive, though, was his voice, which wasn't aided by a backing track.
The Raymond v. Raymond singer tore through early favorites like "Caught Up," "You Make Me Wanna" and "U Remind Me." But when Usher went all the way back to "My Way," things really heated up. He pulled off some suggestive… Continue
Miley Cyrus' dad is cool with his little girl's recently released "lap dance" video.
Billy Ray Cyrus says that the teen pop star, who was 16 when she was filmed grinding with a 44-year-old movie producer, Adam Shankman, was "having fun."
"It's what people her age do," Cyrus told TMZ.com about the video, which was shot during the wrap party for Cyrus' film, "The Last Song."
We may be seeing more of Shaquille O'Neal in NYC. We hear the mighty Cavalier has been dating former Sony Music exec Lisa Ellis. Insiders say Shaq set his sights on Ellis during his first separation from wife Shaunie. Now that the O'Neals are in divorce court again, Shaq and Ellis are said to have rekindled their thing. Ellis previously dated former Congressman Harold Ford. She's denied claims of a romance… Continue
A rapper known as Yung Hott was killed during a Saturday evening shooting spree that erupted while he made a video in his hometown, Griffin police said.
One accused shooter is still on the loose, police said.
Jerode Paige died at the scene of the quadruple shooting in which about 20 rounds were fired, according to Lt. Sam Parks. Three others, including a 5-year-old girl, suffered non-life threatening injuries, police said.
Sacramento rapper X-Raided was stabbed during a prison riot at Pleasant Valley State Prison, sources told AllHipHop.com.
A group of inmates affiliated with the gang The Northern Riders were responsible for the attack on the rapper, because he refused to produce their album.
The result was a full-blown riot when three African-American inmates attempted to assist X-Raided, who fought his… Continue
CANNES, France (Reuters) - Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson is to star in a biopic of former South African President Nelson Mandela's ex-wife Winnie, whose lawyers have already contacted the film makers threatening to block it.
"Winnie," which also features Terrence Howard as Nelson Mandela and is based on a book by Anne Marie du Preez Bezdrob, starts shooting in South Africa on May 31 and could be ready for theatres by spring next… Continue