More than a year after its debut, Kendrick Lamar’s blistering diss track aimed at Drake, “Not Like Us,” is still shaping the musical landscape. Apple Music has named it the platform’s most-streamed rap song worldwide for 2025. This recognition makes it the first hip-hop single to claim the title two years in a row. The achievement speaks to the song’s staying power and the way it has lodged itself firmly in the broader cultural conversation. In the world of rap, Lamar’s influence cannot be understated. His momentum surged earlier this year after a commanding Super Bowl LIX halftime performance at New Orleans’ Caesars Superdome. During the event, 133.5 million viewers watched him take center stage. The spectacle reignited discussion about the long-running tension between the two artists. According to recent court filings, it may have added new strain to Drake’s ongoing legal fight. In updated documents, Drake argues that Universal Music Group contributed to a “false and malicious” image of him as a sexual predator. He claims the accusations intensified in the wake of Kendrick’s halftime appearance. His amended complaint points to a rise in threats directed at him and his family after the performance aired. Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ was the most streamed rap song worldwide on Apple Music in 2025 It is the first rap song to hold this title in back-to-back years on the platform. pic.twitter.com/r5tBVN3wqb — Hip Hop All Day (@HipHopAllDayy) December 2, 2025 New Turns in the Case The legal dispute has continued to expand, with Lamar figuring prominently in the ongoing discussions. Drake’s legal team recently requested an extension on several deadlines, citing the demands of the case and the upcoming holiday season. Their brief is currently due December 22. However, both sides have asked to move the filing to January 21. Should the court approve the request, Kendrick’s attorneys would be required to respond by March 27. An extension would also give Drake’s lawyer, Michael Gottlieb, added room to manage other high-profile matters. These include an ongoing lawsuit involving actress Blake Lively. In their most recent filing, Drake’s attorneys emphasized the stakes of the dispute. They wrote, “This is a high-profile case bearing on issues of public interest such as artistic expression and the scope of defamation law for public figures.” The case, already linked to Lamar, is drawing significant public interest.

The Netflix release of Sean Combs: The Reckoning, produced by 50 Cent, has ignited widespread debate. At the center of the controversy are allegations from former male escort Clayton Howard, who claims that Sean “Diddy” Combs hosted sex parties on the anniversary of The Notorious B.I.G.’s death. In the documentary, Howard recounted that these gatherings took place every March 9, the day Biggie was killed. “Every March 9, the day Biggie was murdered, they would fly me to wherever they were,” he said, describing multi-day events filled with drinking, socializing, and intimate encounters, including one involving a person named Casandra. “I’m not sure if that was his way of coping for that day or whatever it was, but they always contacted me on March 9,” he added. Howard’s account also included more shocking details. “The most bizarre part was that they would physically collect my semen in a cup. They did this for about a year. He told me, ‘I like to see her play with it and drink it,’” he said, emphasizing the personal and unusual nature of the alleged events. Diddy’s legal team quickly responded, denouncing the documentary as a calculated attack. In a statement to The Hollywood Reporter, they described Netflix’s production as a “shameful hit piece” and claimed unauthorized use of Combs’s material. “As Netflix and CEO Ted Sarandos are aware, Mr. Combs has been compiling footage since he was 19 to share his own narrative. It is fundamentally unjust and illegal for Netflix to misappropriate that material,” they said. Legal Context His attorneys also framed the film as a personal affront, criticizing Netflix for giving creative control to Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. “It is equally alarming that Netflix conceded creative control to Curtis ‘50 Cent’ Jackson—a long-time rival with a personal grudge who has dedicated excessive time to disparaging Mr. Combs,” they added. The documentary arrives as Diddy faces ongoing legal scrutiny, following a criminal conviction related to prostitution-related transportation charges. Despite these accusations, he has consistently maintained his innocence. As discussions around Howard’s claims continue, the broader impact on both Diddy and 50 Cent remains unclear. With its release, Sean Combs: The Reckoning has already sparked intense debate across the entertainment industry and social media, highlighting issues of power, public perception, and accountability among high-profile figures.

In a case that captured widespread attention across the entertainment world, Milagro Gramz was found liable for defaming Megan Thee Stallion. A jury awarded the rapper $75,000 in damages. The ruling concluded a protracted and contentious legal battle. It drew both fans and media observers into the unfolding drama. Legal analyst Meghann Cuniff explained that the jury concluded Gramz had intentionally caused emotional distress. This was by collaborating with Tory Lanez and promoting a manipulated video misrepresenting Megan. The case has ignited broader discussions about the responsibilities of social media figures. This is particularly after the jury affirmed Gramz’s status as a media professional despite her inconsistent testimony. For Gramz, the financial impact comes amid ongoing personal challenges. She previously disclosed a negative bank balance of $10,000 and spoke of the struggle to care for her children, telling the court, “I have had to prioritize how to feed my kids.” Experts note that the ruling may further complicate her situation. This is especially after losing contracts such as her former Stationhead deal, which earned her more than $6,000 a month. New Media Fund https://t.co/tH0MPeOWtO — Mílagro Press (@milagropress) December 2, 2025 New Projects and Fundraising Despite these setbacks, Gramz is pursuing ways to recover financially. On December 2, she launched a fundraising campaign via GiveSendGo, targeting $100,000 to support independent creators. The effort highlights the value of creative independence in a media landscape often dominated by corporate interests. She is also returning to her artistic work. Following the verdict, Gramz announced plans to release a mixtape. She described the studio as “the only space left to vocalize my frustrations and assert my narrative.” Her comments suggest a determination to transform adversity into art. She is using music as a platform to reclaim her voice.

Kandi Burruss’ estranged husband, Todd Tucker, has requested primary custody of their two kids and is questioning their prenup in their divorce. Tucker, who shares Ace, 9, and Blaze, 6, with Burruss, claims her ongoing work commitments will keep her away “for at least the next several months,” which prompted him to pursue primary custody, per court documents.  “The parties have been working cooperatively in an effort to resolve all issues, and [Tucker] remains committed to continuing those discussions in good faith,” Tucker’s filing read in his Nov. 26 divorce petition. View this post on Instagram Burruss filed for divorce on November 21, formally ending her 11-year marriage to Tucker. In the filing, she requested joint custody of the children. Tucker says that if he and the Real Housewives of Atlanta star are unable to reach a custody agreement, he will seek primary physical custody, joint legal custody, and final decision-making authority. The TTucker Productions LLC founder also brought up their prenuptial agreement. He says he signed the document before their April 4, 2014, wedding but claims it was presented immediately before the ceremony without his attorneys present. “Despite that knowledge, [Burruss’] counsel presented the final agreement to [Tucker] for signature immediately before the wedding ceremony, without any notice to or consultation with [Tucker’s team], who had been significantly engaged in the negotiation process,” his legal team alleged in the filing. In addition, he is asking the court to divide all marital assets, including real estate and personal property.  In the petition, Tucker did praise his ex, saying “that he recognizes [Burruss] as a loving and capable parent and remains sincerely hopeful that prior and continued discussions between the parties will bring full resolution of all matters.”

Two sisters beloved by their family and Orange, New Jersey community were killed after they ran back into a burning home to save their father, but never made it out, per ABC7. On Thanksgiving Day (Nov 27), flames broke out around 5 p.m. at the home on Mosswood Avenue in Orange. Prosecutors say Frantzia Fleury, 49, and Pojanee “PJ” Fleury, 42 were helping their father, who has dementia and limited mobility, when they became trapped inside. The fire department came within minutes, but not before the two women passed away. They were pronounced dead shortly after 6:45 p.m. Their father and six other occupants managed to escape without injury. Witnesses said they saw family members keeping warm inside a NJ Transit bus. The home has been declared uninhabitable. View this post on Instagram Frantzia was a Marine Corps veteran turned x-ray technician, while Pojanee was starting her own media company, according to a cousin. Each sister leaves one child behind. “This family’s been here my entire life, as long as I’ve been here. They’ve always been good people, one of the daughters of the house they used to babysit me when I was younge,r too, so I know that they’re going through a lot right now,” neighbor Justin McDaniel said.

Artificial intelligence now moves through the culture with remarkable speed. It is reshaping how images are created and consumed while raising new concerns about authenticity. That shift is especially visible in the case of Diddy, whose public image is being recast not through documented events but through digitally invented ones. In recent months, Diddy has become a frequent subject of online commentary, from courtroom sketches shared for laughs to jokes about his appearance. That familiar cycle of mockery has deepened. Creators circulate lifelike, AI-generated images depicting him inside prison. These fabrications have introduced a new layer of distortion—pictures that appear intimate and spontaneous yet are entirely untethered from reality. TMZ recently published several of these composites. They show a smiling Diddy interacting with imagined inmates, snapping selfies, or embracing others in scenes that resemble candid photography. Their level of detail gives them the weight of truth, even though they are wholly manufactured. Their rapid spread online has raised concerns about how manipulated images quickly shape public perception. AI Images Blur Reality Ahead of Diddy’s Netflix Spotlight Many of the AI renderings depict Diddy with greying hair and a full beard, a look first suggested by earlier courtroom drawings. As the images gained traction, his spokesperson, Juda Engelmayer, issued a sharp rebuke. “These images are not real. They are A.I. fabrications. Sean has always treated people with kindness and respect. However, it’s alarming how frequently manipulated or A.I.-generated images are being introduced into discussions while he is incarcerated. None of these altered photos reflect reality,” she said. Another major moment for Diddy is approaching with the release of Sean Combs: The Reckoning, a Netflix docuseries produced by 50 Cent. The series includes interviews with people from different chapters of Combs’s life, including jurors from his most recent trial. Despite their long and very public feud, 50 Cent told The New York Times that the project is not rooted in personal rivalry. “It’s not personal. If I didn’t say anything, you would interpret it as Hip-Hop is fine with his behaviors,” he said. The collision between synthetic images and real-world consequences lays bare a central dilemma of the digital age. Visuals that feel authentic can travel far faster than the truth.

In a decisive ruling, Megan Thee Stallion has emerged victorious in her defamation lawsuit against Milagro Gramz. The ruling holds the blogger accountable for spreading false claims. The verdict highlights the emotional toll that misinformation can take on public figures. It underscores the importance of accurate reporting in media coverage. The lawsuit stemmed from allegations that Gramz collaborated with Tory Lanez to undermine Megan’s account of a shooting incident. This action cast doubt on her credibility. The case also cited a deepfake video that intensified Megan’s emotional distress. This added complexity to the proceedings. Legal analyst Meghann Cuniff, who covered the trial, reported, “A jury has found Milagro liable for defaming Megan Thee Stallion and for intentionally inflicting emotional distress by collaborating with Tory Lanez and promoting the deepfake video.” Cuniff noted that, despite some mixed jury responses on media classification, Gramz was ultimately recognized as a media entity. While the jury’s decision represents a landmark moment, the defamation claim could still face dismissal. This could happen if a judge rules in favor of Gramz’s media classification. Nonetheless, the court awarded $75,000 in damages. This is a notable financial and symbolic victory for Megan, who has long spoken about the stress caused by Gramz’s coverage. A jury has found Milagro LIABLE for defaming Megan Thee Stallion, intentionally inflicting emotional distress by coordinating with Tory Lanez and for promoting the deep fake video.They gave mixed answers to the media questions but concluded that YES, Milagro qualifies as media. — Meghann Cuniff (@meghanncuniff) December 1, 2025 Who is Milagro Gramz? This ruling marks a turning point for Megan Thee Stallion, who has frequently discussed the psychological strain imposed by misleading media narratives. In a landscape where social media can shape public perception overnight, the verdict offers a measure of validation. Observers will be watching closely to see how this decision may influence broader discussions about celebrity reporting, accountability, and journalistic ethics. Milagro Gramz gained prominence as a gossip blogger, particularly during the widely publicized trial involving Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez. While she claims to maintain editorial neutrality, her coverage was often perceived as favoring Lanez. This attracted criticism from fellow journalists. Following the court ruling, Gramz faces a $75,000 financial obligation. This brings the chapter to a close just days after Lanez’s appeal for a retrial was denied.

In May 2022, Kendrick Lamar drew widespread attention with “Heart Part 5,” a visually daring video. He used deepfake technology to transform into cultural figures, including Kobe Bryant and Jussie Smollett. The fifth installment of his acclaimed series showcases Lamar’s inventive artistry. It probes themes of identity and the layered realities of Black culture. Collaborating with DEEP VOODOO, the deepfake studio founded by the creators of South Park, Lamar crafted a narrative. It moves effortlessly between society’s revered and controversial figures. The visuals feature sports icons such as Kobe Bryant and O.J. Simpson alongside contentious entertainment personalities like Smollett. This invites viewers to reflect on the intersections of fame, public perception, and scrutiny in a complex cultural landscape. Smollett’s appearance carries particular weight. In 2019, the former Empire actor was arrested for allegedly staging a hate crime in Chicago. This resulted in a conviction for disorderly conduct. Just months before Lamar’s release, he faced a $130,000 lawsuit and sustained media attention. This context adds a provocative dimension to Lamar’s work. It raises questions about the ethics of portraying a figure mired in controversy and the intentions behind such artistic choices. Cam Newton Hosts Jussie Smollett on Funky Friday And Things Get Interesting Cam sat down with Jussie Smollett and brought up two viral moments that involved him: Kendrick Lamar used a face swap filter to rap as Jussie in The Heart Part 5. Dave Chappelle did a 6… https://t.co/E1BLb6JmSw pic.twitter.com/ezEJ6RUFRj — Cousin Tino (@TINOISFUNNY) November 30, 2025 Jussie Smollett Responds In a recent discussion with former NFL quarterback Cam Newton, Smollett spoke about Kendrick’s depiction with measured regard. “I love Kendrick Lamar. What would be the reason for me to have an issue with him? We don’t know each other personally,” he said, emphasizing respect for Lamar’s artistry. “I don’t know what Kendrick meant by the video… So, I respect him as an artist, and that’s about as far as it can go.” Smollett dismissed any notion of retaliating with a diss track. He noted that ongoing speculation about his legal history is minor compared with more pressing priorities. Following a settlement with the City of Chicago, he has shifted focus toward charitable efforts. This includes donations to local foundations, demonstrating a commitment to community over controversy.

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ team is speaking out ahead of Netflix’s upcoming four-part documentary Sean Combs: The Reckoning, with representatives for the embattled music mogul calling the project “illegal,” “misleading,” and a “shameful hit piece.” The docuseries — produced in part by longtime rival 50 Cent — is set to premiere on December 2, 2025. It explores decades of allegations surrounding Combs, including claims of sexual misconduct, abuse, and other criminal activity. Trailer Released: Netflix recently released its official trailer, which features interviews with accusers and rare footage from Combs’ past, including a heated call he made to his lawyers days before his 2024 arrest. According to Combs’ representatives, the documentary uses private recordings and personal content that were never cleared for public release. His team claims the series includes hotel-room video, internal legal discussions, and decades’ worth of footage Combs allegedly planned to use for a future personal project. They argue Netflix knowingly included “pre-indictment material from an unfinished personal documentary” without consent, framing the release as not only unethical but potentially unlawful. Producers tapped rapper and television executive 50 Cent—who has a long, well-documented feud with Combs—to help lead the project. For Diddy’s team, this was an added insult. A representative called the decision “a deeply personal slap in the face,” suggesting that handing control of Combs’ story to someone who has spent years publicly mocking him shows Netflix prioritized sensationalism over fairness. Beyond reputation management, Combs’ team says the documentary raises serious legal questions about the ownership and use of personal recordings. They maintain that the footage was collected over many years for a controlled, authorized autobiographical project—not a third-party exposé.They also criticized the editing choices, alleging that the trailer manipulates context to present Combs “in the most damaging and dishonest light possible.” The controversy surrounding the docuseries has only intensified interest in its release. Supporters of Combs argue his team’s objections should be taken seriously, while critics believe the pushback signals how damaging the documentary could be. Netflix has not publicly commented on the accusations, and it’s unclear whether Combs’ team intends to pursue legal action before the premiere. View this post on Instagram

The music world is mourning the sudden death of rising artist POORSTACY. His work on the Bill & Ted Face the Music soundtrack and collaborations with Travis Barker had earned him growing acclaim. TMZ reports that the Florida-based rapper was found dead over the weekend in Boca Raton. The Palm Beach County Medical Examiner confirmed the news, though the cause of death has not been released. POORSTACY had been staying at a local hotel for ten days with a woman and a toddler when a medical emergency prompted staff to rush him to a nearby hospital. His companions were unharmed, according to reports. In the absence of official details, social media has speculated about suicide. Fans have shared grief and personal stories of loss. Some have also questioned whether aspects of the emo-rap scene may contribute to cycles of self-destructive behavior. This raises broader concerns about the pressures within the genre. View this post on Instagram Musical Legacy and Achievements Although his career was tragically brief, POORSTACY left a notable imprint on the music industry. He released two studio albums and two EPs, earning critical praise along the way. His Grammy nomination for the Bill & Ted Face the Music soundtrack highlighted his talent. Collaborations with Travis Barker—including the single Choose Life—drew significant attention. His track Don’t Look at Me has accumulated more than 51 million Spotify streams since its 2020 release on The Breakfast Club. Fans and fellow artists have turned to social media to express their sorrow, creating a virtual outpouring of tributes. Many responded to POORSTACY’s final Instagram post with heartfelt messages. One fan wrote, “We’re supposed to beat the odds together brother; I need you HERE,” while another added, “I love you so much dude; I’m still in denial—I want to call you so badly right now.”