USHER received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 BET Awards on Sunday following a music tribute performed predominantly by women. However, the nearly 17-minute-long performance received mixed reviews, with some claiming BET completely missed the mark. Many questioned why organizers opted for a female-dominated segment, citing multiple male singers who fit the bill. Childish Gambino opened the tribute, followed by Keke Palmer, Summer Walker, Coco Jones, Marsha Ambrosius, Chloe, Tinashe, Teyana Taylor, Victoria Monét and Latto. Others, however, thought the controversial choice was ultimately a fitting tribute and was reflective of the current state of R&B. USHER –…
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Keith Lee is speaking out following his viral mishap with Taraji P. Henson at the 2024 BET Awards. The TikTok food critic was sitting with his wife in the front row at the awards ceremony on Sunday (June 29) when three-time host Henson confused him with another social media influencer. The clip was widely circulated online, with Henson catching heat over the faux pas. Taraji P. Henson confuses Keith Lee and Jordan Howlett at the #BETAwards pic.twitter.com/o7Mtt8Rn3L— philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) July 1, 2024 However, Keith Lee said Henson was not to blame and faulted BET for rushing the segment. Lee…
Angela Simmons has issued a lengthy statement apologizing and asking for forgiveness after she initially defended carrying a bedazzled gun-shaped purse to the 2024 BET Awards. Simmons faced intense criticism over the purse, especially as she lost her former fiancé and the father of her son to a shooting in 2018. However, her first reaction to the backlash didn’t go down too well. In a video, Simmons explained she meant “no harm,” and called it a cool “fashion moment.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by AllHipHop (@allhiphopcom) Late on Monday evening (July 1), Simmons took to her…
In a wild scenario that even Eddie Murphy couldn’t script, the comedy legend shared one of his biggest life regrets—turning down an invitation to join a threesome after a notorious late-night party. The 63-year-old has spent decades entertaining audiences since launching his career on “Saturday Night Live” in 1980, but he revealed he missed out on an unforgettable experience with renowned actor Yul Brynner and his wife. Eddie Murphy, known for his iconic roles in “Beverly Hills Cop,” “The Nutty Professor,” and as the voice of Donkey in the “Shrek” films, recounted the story to The Mirror. “I met Yul…
Detroit-born, Atlanta-bred rapper Nasaan may have provided a substantial update on the status of Big Sean’s next album. During an exclusive interview with AllHipHop during the 2024 BET Awards, the Atlantic Records signee spoke on his relationship with Sean Don, remarking on the moment the “IDFWU” rapper showed him love by trolling him and rocking an outfit recreating the “uniform” he is currently donning in promotion of his project Error 404. In the process, Nasaan revealed how his relationship with Big Sean evolved from being inspired by him to becoming friends and collaborators. “It’s crazy because Sean is somebody, bro,…
Angela Simmons faced backlash for wearing a bedazzled gun-shaped purse to the 2024 BET Awards on Sunday (June 30). Simmons defended herself against critics, who believed the purse was in poor taste due to her ex-fiancé’s 2018 shooting death. “So, I see a lot of conversation around the bag, the purse I wore to the [BET] Awards,” she said on Instagram Stories. “And normally I don’t address rumors and stuff, but I’m not like that, never been like that. I’m super—I’m not violent. I’ve obviously been through a lot in my personal life when it comes to gun violence and…
Jamie Foxx discussed his 2023 health scare with a small group of fans in Phoenix, Arizona. A brief clip of the conversation surfaced on social media. “Look, April 11 last year, bad headache,” Foxx said. “Asked my boy for an Advil [clicks fingers]. I was gone for 20 days. I don’t remember anything.” Foxx recalled a doctor telling him there was “something going up there” as he pointed to his head. He refused to reveal the diagnosis on camera. Jamie Foxx was spotted in downtown Phoenix, where he told a small group of people that on April 11th, 2023, he…
50 Cent couldn’t wait to share his reaction after Rick Ross and his crew got into a violent brawl at a festival in Canada on Sunday (June 30). On Monday morning (July 10) 50 Cent took to Instagram with a video mocking Ross. “I just saw a very unfortunate situation that took place in Canada and I wanted to say to everyone that I hope that brother made it home safely,” he began. “I hope that he now has a different perspective and a better sense of what to do and what not to do while you’re out in the…
Nicki Minaj put some fans on blast over their reaction to a post she made featuring her husband, Kenneth Petty. On Sunday night (June 30) Minaj had enough after unleashing on her former manager, Deb Antney, for trying to make amends between her and Lil Kim. The “FTCU” hitmaker took to Instagram with a PSA, warning she was about to delete her apps. She posted a racy caption alongside a video of her jumping into Petty’s arms as they boarded a private jet. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Barbie (@nickiminaj) “Can’t even just put your feet…
Chris Brown demanded a public apology from PartyNextDoor and told him to delete his tweets after the singer went on a rant over a video shoot. On Sunday (June 30), Party took to X (Twitter), calling out Breezy, Bryson Tiller and Jeremih. He was furious after the trio appeared alongside his ex, Desma, in the video for their collab, “Wait On It.” “I’m finna make these n##### cry…” Party began. “Bryson Chris; and Jeremih… enjoy, the nights, of your life. Doing videos, at 34, that b#### broke. I know 5 rnb singers who broke. Today’s the date.” a new R&B…