DRAKE LADIES, IT'S ON ME!!! Takes Shots with Detroit Locals
-
Exclusive Details
- 16.3K shares
Drake is smoother than whiskey ... generously picking up the tab for two women from Detroit after swigging down a couple of shots with them!
In case you missed it, the 6 God went viral after schmoozing it up with a couple of ladies in the Motor City. We spoke with Brittney Keara, the woman who filmed the interaction, and she said Drake was as courteous as ever.
Brittney tells us Thursday she was enjoying happy hour with a friend at a local seafood restaurant when Drizzy strolled in with a couple of bodyguards.
We got new video of the interaction where Drake initially turns down Brittney's drink offer, saying he was heading to the airport for a flight ... but she says he ended up coming back to the bar and taking up the offer.
Brittney orders a shot of Jack, but tells us when the camera was off Drake upgraded her to a shot of Johnny Walker. Classy move. He also covered the tab.
We're told Drake explained he was in the city for business and chatted Brittney and her friend up with some friendly small talk. For what it's worth, Brittney made it clear she had a husband!!!
related articles
Bobby Shmurda Has Epic Night At Rangers Game ... Trolls Lightning Fan!!!
-
Exclusive Details
- 212 shares
"Hot Boy" rapper Bobby Shmurda was ice-cold to a Tampa Bay Lightning supporter during the New York Rangers game on Wednesday -- trollin' the fan by waving an NYR towel right in his face!
The hilarious moment happened during Shmurda's epic night at Madison Square Garden -- when the Brooklyn rapper was in the stands cheering his face off for the Rangers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Video shows Shmurda was gettin' his dance on ... and then he turned to a TB fan sittin' right behind him, and waved a "No Quit in New York" Rangers' towel in the guy's grill.
To his credit, the fan took the trollin' in stride -- responding with nothing more than a thumbs down.
Bobby had a hell of a night during the game in between going crazy for big plays -- taking a bunch of photos with fans both inside and outside of the venue.
TMZ Sports has learned this was Bobby's first-ever hockey game ... and he attended it after getting invited by Icy Ventures -- a talent management company (founded by Josh Stone and his brother Troy Stone as well as NHL agent John Osei-Tutu) whose focus is to bring hip-hop culture to the sport.
"Bobby’s energy could not be contained," Troy told us of Shmurda's night. "Fans were shocked to see such a high-profile rap artist in the building for a Ranger game."
"Bobby was so excited he started taunting the opposing team’s fans, which lead to a viral moment which the NHL has desperately needed."
Troy added, "The experience for Bobby couldn’t have gone better as he saw the Rangers win and got to witness a real NHL fight.”
Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media.
Shmurda wasn't the only rapper at MSG ... Fat Joe also pulled up in his red and blue gear supporting the Rangers -- and they both went home happy, as the Rangers won easily, 6-2.
related articles
Hoops Star Aaliyah Gayles USC Recruit Graduates H.S. ... After House Party Shooting
-
Exclusive Details
- 1.2K shares
This is awesome!!!
USC basketball recruit Aaliyah Gayles graduated from Spring Valley High School this week ... just months after the hoops star was shot 10 times at a house party.
Gayles -- the no. 8 ranked player in the 2022 class -- held her diploma high after she made it across the stage in a wheelchair on Tuesday ... something her father, Dwight, says she worked her "tail off for."
"Words can't even describe the feeling I feel," Dwight told TMZ Sports on Wednesday.
"It wasn't easy but she did it. I can't be more happy for her. God is good!"
Of course, this is a special moment for the family and Gayles ... after the 5-foot-9 guard was shot 10 times at a Las Vegas house party on April 16.
Despite the serious injuries, Dwight told us back in April that his 18-year-old daughter -- who committed to USC last August -- will still play basketball for the Trojans.
Her father also provided an update on her recovery ... saying, "It's going very well."
"Doing some physical therapy. Getting back to normal one day at a time. Baby steps."
In her last year of high school, Gayles averaged 13.8 points, 4.9 rebounds 3.5 steals and 3.3 assists per game ... leading the Grizzlies to the state tournament.
The 5-star recruit was also the first Vegas player to be named a McDonald All-American since 2010.
But, getting to go across the stage and receive her diploma has got to be her proudest moment.
Congratulations!!
related articles
Jussie Smollett First Film Since CHI Attack on The Way Mona Scott-Young and BET+ Standing By Him
-
Exclusive Details
- 1.7K shares
Jussie Smollett's new project will hit the streaming screen for his first time since the actor was allegedly attacked in Chicago ... and he's got a super-powerful Hollywood friend in his corner.
Jussie and Monami Productions head Mona Scott-Young were spotted out in NYC earlier this week. Sources with direct knowledge tell us the two met to discuss Smollett's upcoming "B-Boy Blues" -- which was announced will stream on BET+.
Mona tells TMZ, "“B-Boy Blues is a beautifully bold, funny, heartwarming bro-mance and I was thrilled to partner with Jussie to help this wonderful film gain greater exposure."
Believe it or not, Jussie had actually started work on the project prior to the 2019 hate crime hoax -- but it had been delayed for obvious reasons.
Our sources say Mona agreed to be involved in "B-Boy Blues" back when it first launched, and wanted to remain on through the end -- despite what Jussie had experienced personally.
We're told Mona has played a significant role in getting the movie onto BET+ and out to audiences for Jussie -- who directed and produced the project.
As for "B-Boy Blues" -- it's already won awards, including the Narrative Feature Fan Favorite Award at the 2021 American Black Film Festival -- and will be released as part of BET+'s Pride Month programming.
Of course, Jussie was sentenced and began serving a 5-month sentence behind bars back in March, but was released a week later while his legal team appeals. He had been found guilty on 5 of 6 felony counts against him, for lying to Chicago police about being the victim of a racist, homophobic attack.
related articles
Chris Jericho My Niece Was Brutally Beaten In Bullying Incident ... Wrestler Pleads For Help
-
Exclusive Details
- 1.2K shares
Chris Jericho says his niece was seen on video being brutally punched and kicked in the face last week ... and now, the wrestling superstar is pleading for officials to do something about it.
The AEW talent explained the situation on his Twitter page on Sunday night ... saying his niece has been "incessantly bullied" at her middle school in Florida "for months."
Jericho says the bullying took a violent turn just a few days ago ... when she was beaten up in a street.
In the clip Jericho shared to his social media, you can see a girl being socked in the face multiple times -- before she was continuously kicked and punched while bystanders looked on.
Jericho says despite his family's efforts to get officials involved, "nobody did anything to help" -- and he pleaded with school reps to "take action."
He added in a message to TMZ Sports that his niece is "physically ok. But, mentally she’s hurting."
"She's scared to go to school," the 51-year-old wrestler said. "This could've been avoided as the family approached the school a few times prior but nothing was done."
"We need to spread awareness so that the schools do a better job of protecting our kid's mental health and safety. ALL kids. Not just the ones with famous uncles."
We reached out to cops for comment, but they told us they have not been made aware of the situation.
We also reached out to a spokesperson for Hillsborough County Public Schools ... but so far, no word back yet.
related articles
Rolando Romero Reppin' Prince W/ 'Purple Rain' Shoes ... For Gervonta Davis Fight
-
Exclusive Details
- 717 shares
Rolando "Rollie" Romero will have the Royal Badness on his side when he faces Gervonta Davis next weekend ... 'cause the boxer just copped some "Purple Rain" boxing shoes -- complete with a portrait of Prince!!
TMZ Sports has learned ... the 14-0 boxer hit up Houston artist Aztek Kustoms to get custom-made kicks for his WBA lightweight title match against Tank.
Now, Rollie is a HUGE Prince fan ... so it was only right to pay homage to one of the greatest musicians of all time during the huge event -- and, what better song than "Purple Rain"?!?
May 2022
Aztek used extra rhinestones and bright colors to create the "Purple Rain" theme ... and Prince's iconic symbol and portrait are etched on the sides of the shoes.
We're told it took eight hours to complete ... and Aztek is super hyped to see the 26-year-old wear 'em in the ring at the Barclays Center in New York on May 28.
"It's pretty exciting," Aztek said. "it'll be my first pair of shoes being worn in a major fight!"
This ain't the first time Rollie got customs kicks featuring Prince ... last year, Aztek painted the cover of the 1984 song, "Erotic City", on his Air Force 1s.
Prince -- who sold over 150 million records worldwide -- would be proud. RIP!
related articles
Nipsey Hussle The Marathon Continues ... Growing!!! Estate Drops Cannabis Doc
-
Exclusive Details
- 4.2K shares
Nipsey Hussle's family is making sure the cannabis empire he'd started to build still comes to fruition, despite his tragic death.
On Friday, the estate dropped a new documentary titled "The Marathon Cultivation" which chronicles the grind Nip and his brother Samiel Asghedom endured in creating their favored Marathon OG marijuana strain.
The doc also serves as the official announcement of the upcoming opening of their dispensary The Marathon (Collective), which opens on June 18 in Los Angeles.
TMZ Hip Hop attended the screening last week … Sam greeted the crowd, detailing some upcoming plans -- including getting Nip a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame this summer.
All Money In artists J. Stone, Pacman da Gunman and BH -- along with some other family members -- were also at the event.
The 40-minute film features a well-placed cameo from Snoop Dogg, who sang the product's praises when Nipsey hand-delivered him a special package.
Nip was shot and killed on March 31, 2019, and his alleged killer's murder trial is set to begin on June 2.
related articles
Rod Wave Cleared in Domestic Abuse Case
-
Exclusive Details
- 183 shares
Florida rapper Rod Wave is now in the clear, legally speaking, after he was arrested for allegedly choking his girlfriend ... TMZ Hip Hop has learned.
According to legal docs, prosecutors in Osceola County, FL reviewed the May incident, and determined the case wasn't suitable for prosecution.
In the arrest report, Wave's GF accused him of bursting into their home, and choking her until she couldn't breathe because he thought she was talking to other men. The woman, who shares 2 kids with the "SoulFly" rapper, called cops, but Rod had left the scene by the time they arrived.
He was later pulled over and arrested, and even shared a cryptic video of himself surrounded by police cruiser lights.
Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media.
Three days following the arrest, Rod Wave announced his next album will be entitled "Beautiful Mind." He'll now have plenty of time and freedom to complete and release it!
Wave's attorneys, Bradford Cohen and David Bigney, tell TMZ ... "We are happy that this misunderstanding is behind him and he can move forward with his successful career."
related articles
Jorge Masvidal Allowed To Inspect Colby's Watch ... After 'Folex' Claims
-
Exclusive Details
- 944 shares
Jorge Masvidal will be allowed to inspect Colby Covington's watch to see if it's a phony Rolex ... the UFC star's attorney tells TMZ Sports a judge just granted their motion to see the timepiece up close.
Covington had alleged Masvidal banged up the watch -- which Colby says is worth around $95K -- during an attack in Miami last month ... but Jorge and his legal team say they have doubts it's a real Rolly.
In fact, Masvidal and his attorney, Bradford Cohen, were so skeptical ... they filed a motion earlier this month asking a judge to allow them to closely view it.
In the docs, Cohen said he believed the watch was a "Folex" composed of aftermarket and fraudulent parts -- and wasn't worth anywhere close to the $95K Colby said it was.
According to Cohen, a judge just granted the motion at a hearing on Thursday morning ... paving the way for Masvidal and the legal team to look at it soon.
As for the other motion, Cohen filed earlier this month -- the one in which they asked a judge to order Colby to submit to a physical exam following claims he suffered a "brain injury" in the alleged attack -- Cohen tells us a hearing regarding that motion has been set for a later date.
As we reported, Masvidal is facing felony charges of aggravated battery and criminal mischief after Covington told cops he injured him and scratched up his Rolex outside of Papi Steak on March 21.
Masvidal has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
related articles
42 Dugg Arrested No-Show for 6 Mo. Prison Sentence ... Could Get Years Now!!!
-
Exclusive Details
- 305 shares
42 Dugg's patented "Free Dem Boyz" slogan now applies to himself as well. The Detroit rapper -- who's signed with Lil Baby and Yo Gotti -- was reportedly arrested the moment he got off a plane from Memphis.
Dugg, whose government name is Dion Hayes, failed to turn himself in to a West Virginia federal prison camp last month to serve a 6-month sentence for illegal firearm possession ... according to The Detroit News.
The 27-year-old rising star, who was just named to XXL's 2021 Freshman list, hasn't exactly been living like a man on the run. In April, he released his joint album "Last Ones Left" with Collective Music Group labelmate EST Gee, and has been shooting plenty of music videos for it.
Like Pooh Shiesty -- who just got a 63-month sentence -- such legal drama could disrupt what was shaping up to be a promising rap career.
Story developing ...
related articles
Dave Chappelle Attacker Catches a Break ... No Felony Charges
-
Exclusive Details
- 2.3K shares
Dave Chappelle's attacker seemingly committed a crime, but it won't be enough to charge him with a felony ... so says the district attorney.
The L.A. County D.A.'s Office made the announcement Thursday, saying they've turned the case over to the city attorney, adding, "After reviewing the evidence, prosecutors determined that while criminal conduct occurred, the evidence as presented did not constitute felony conduct."
Our LAPD sources tell us they pushed for a felony charge when they submitted their findings, but the D.A. clearly disagreed. There has been a war brewing between the LAPD and L.A. County D.A. George Gascón, who has decided not to file charges in cases traditionally have been filed.
As we reported, Isaiah Lee was arrested and booked for assault with a deadly weapon after the attack. Law enforcement sources tell us he pointed a replica gun with a knife attached to the barrel at the comedian as he rushed the stage.
5/4/22
Lucky for Dave, his team jumped into immediate action, restraining the attacker and pummeling him in the process.
The attacker was seen getting loaded into an ambulance shortly after the attack behind The Hollywood Bowl ... his face was badly damaged and his arm was apparently broken.
related articles
Pooh Shiesty Supervised Release, Restrictions ... Still to Come After Prison
-
Exclusive Details
- 401 shares
Rapper Pooh Shiesty won't be a completely free man even after he does his time for a wild shootout -- the artist will have some serious restrictions, according to legal documents.
Pooh's sentencing docs, obtained by TMZ, show he'll have to be on supervised release for 3 years once he completes his 63 months in prison, and the supervision comes with a bunch of rules attached.
During the 3 years, Pooh isn't allowed to associate with any of his co-defendants or gang members ... and his PO has permission to search Pooh and his property from time to time.
The rapper will also have to go through a treatment program for drugs and alcohol.
10/9/20
As we reported, he's currently serving the 5-plus year sentence over a South Florida shootout from back in October 2020.
Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media.
Even though Pooh's behind bars, he dropped his latest album on Friday -- "Shiesty Season: Certified" has collabs with Gunna, Lil Durk and Lil Uzi Vert ... just to name a few.
related articles
Christina Haack Fires Back at Ant ... I'm Not a Crappy Mom!!!
-
Exclusive Details
- 250 shares
Christina Haack wants everyone to know, she's NOT a bad mom -- despite what her ex-hubby, Ant Anstead, has claimed -- filing docs in hopes of poking holes in his allegations.
In legal papers, obtained by TMZ, Christina says despite what Ant has said, she sees their 2-year-old son much more than "9 full days each month." Christina also has an issue with the fact Ant believes she has essentially used their son for social media clout and sponsored posts.
Christina writes in her declaration, "I have never once commercialized, been paid to use, or used Hudson as a prop or a promotional tool for any television program or product." In fact, Christina claims, Ant's the one who uses Hudson for commercial gain ... she also includes some example posts from Ant to help support her point.
Christina also mentions Ant's concern she ingested hallucinogenic toad venom as an attempt, "to smear my good name and tarnish my image."
As for the COVID situation, where Ant says Christina returned Hudson to his care after her entire family had exposed the two-year-old to the disease ... Christina says she was the only person who actually had COVID, and was asymptomatic.
She tells the court there's no need for an emergency order to grant Ant full custody of Hudson ... and so far, the judge has agreed.
TMZ broke the story ... Anstead went OFF on Christina in docs filed Thursday -- accusing her of being an absent mother, putting Hudson at risk and not providing for him in necessary ways.
He also pointed to an example of Christina driving Hudson in a golf cart without a seatbelt as an example of her reckless behavior ... but Christina submitted a pic of Hudson wearing one around his waist.
At the time, Christina told us, "What Ant is doing deeply saddens me. If this was really about Hudson, as he says, this should have been handled privately with a private judge or mediation, as myself and my attorney have suggested. I have had my share of ups and downs but I am a good mom and I love my children with all my heart and I will always protect them."
The two are set to hash it out in a future hearing.
related articles
'Little Women: Atlanta' Ms. Juicy Baby Hospitalized In The ICU
-
Exclusive Details
- 8.1K shares
Ms. Juicy Baby, star of "Little Women: Atlanta," is currently hospitalized in the ICU ... this according to her agency.
Reps for the Meme Agency, which represents Ms. Juicy Baby, tell TMZ ... she's stabilized in the ICU and her family is thankful for the fans' well-wishes -- they're asking supporters to keep her in their thoughts.
The cause of her hospitalization is currently unknown, but production sources tell TMZ, over the last 2 years, Ms. Juicy had been focusing on her health ... working out and eating healthy. The sources say as far as they know she had no serious health issues.
The self-appointed Queen of Atlanta took the reality series by storm with her catchphrases like "Jesus Take the Wheel," and "It's Ms. Juicy Baby." Her viral moments have blown up online, with countless memes being created from her famous clips.
As you know, a big brawl went down in February of 2020 with cast members Amanda and Andrea ganging up on Abria ... Ms. Juicy tried to act as the peacemaker, but that went to hell pretty fast.
She ended up getting sent to the hospital as a bloody mess with a big gash -- she needed some stitches and a CAT scan. The fight appeared as part of the show the following year.
Ms. Juicy was close friends with Ashley "Minnie" Ross, who tragically died in a car crash in 2020 ... Minnie was 34 years old.
related articles
Cops: Travon Walker Jags Top Pick 'Lost Control' Of Ride ... In Pre-Draft Car Crash
-
Exclusive Details
- 193 shares
Cops say Jacksonville Jaguars top pick Travon Walker "lost control" of his ride before he hit two parked cars in a pre-NFL Draft crash ... but they also noted he was wearing a seatbelt and suffered no apparent injuries.
TMZ Sports has obtained the crash report from the April 16 incident in Athens, GA ... and it shows that despite apparently running his 2021 Dodge Durango into two vehicles, he escaped without issue.
The moment Travon Walker got the call. #NFLDraft@Jaguars | @44Ytw pic.twitter.com/0R7BnYDTQz
— NFL (@NFL) April 29, 2022 @NFL
In the docs, officials say Walker was driving at around 11 PM "when he lost control of the vehicle and hit 2 parked cars." They noted the posted speed limit in the area was 35 MPH.
The officials in the docs say Walker was "not drinking" -- and was properly wearing a seatbelt. They also said he was not tested for drugs or booze at the scene ... and was uninjured.
Officials released a diagram of the wreck, showing the front of Walker's SUV hit the fronts of the two parked rides in the wreck.
Cops said Walker's car was towed after it suffered "disabling damage."
The 21-year-old spoke about the crash after he was taken with the #1 overall pick ... and he explained to a reporter that it was truly no big deal.
"Just a little fender bender," Walker said. "Nothing crazy. No one was hurt."
Breathe easy, Jags fans. Breathe easy.
related articles
Colby Covington Claims He Suffered 'Brain Injury' ... In Masvidal Attack
-
Exclusive Details
- 1.3K shares
9:44 AM PT -- According to new court documents, Covington is now alleging he suffered a "brain injury" in the March incident with Masvidal.
In the docs, obtained by TMZ Sports, Covington says Masvidal struck him with his hands or fists and "knowingly or intentionally" caused him "great bodily harm."
Covington had initially claimed to police officers that he suffered a broken tooth in the attack ... but it's clear, he's now alleging the damage ended up being far worse.
Jorge Masvidal has just been ordered by a judge to stay away from Colby Covington ... TMZ Sports has confirmed.
The Miami-Dade County judge just issued the order at a hearing on Thursday morning, according to a court spokesperson.
Masvidal's attorneys, Bradford Cohen and Mauricio Padilla, tell us the UFC fighter appeared at the hearing over Zoom. They said Covington was on the call as well.
The two attorneys say as part of the order, Masvidal has now been barred from going within 25 feet of Colby.
We're told Cohen, Padilla and Masvidal had no objections to the order ... with the attorneys telling us they "understand [Colby] is scared of Masvidal."
At the hearing, Masvidal also formally pled not guilty to charges that he attacked Covington outside of a restaurant in Miami on March 21.
As we reported, Masvidal has been hit with one count of felony aggravated battery and one count of felony criminal mischief after Covington alleged Jorge punched him multiple times in the attack.
Covington has yet to publicly comment on the incident.
Originally Published -- 7:25 AM PT