Nicki Minaj Narrowly Missed White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting The controversial rap superstar and Trump supporter was invited to attend the event before chaos unfolded.
‘Michael’ Makes $217M Globally, Surpassing Biopic Box Office First Weekend Numbers The Antoine Fuqua-directed film is Lionsgate’s biggest hit in more than a decade.
The Listening: New Music From Kehlani, Reason, Fredo Bang & BigXThaPlug Latto & GloRilla and More This week’s new music Friday also features Denzel Curry, Cypress Hill, Action Bronson, BLU & Exile and Akon.
Questlove Raves Over ‘Michael’ Biopic: "He wanted to give his gift to the world" The Oscar winner shared how much Antoine Fuqua’s Michael Jackson biopic impressed and inspired him.
MusiCares Launches Suicide Prevention Online Resource for Music Professionals The organization is partnering with JED to address emotional wellness across the industry.
Action Bronson’s Fitness Routine: “I Eat the Same Thing Every Day” The rap veteran was able to transform his body and lifestyle after committing himself to wellness in 2020.
Lil Wayne Calls Grammy and Coachella Snubs “A Humbling Experience” The Grammy winner voiced his frustrations with being looked over at some of this year’s biggest musical events.
Eddie Murphy Honored by Dave Chappelle, Mike Myers and More The legendary comedy star’s career was celebrated with the American Film Institute’s Life Achievement Award.
From Bieber's Star-Studded Set to The Strokes’ Statement: The 5 Best Moments at Coachella 2026 Weekend 2 Superstars took the stage in the desert for the popular music and culture festival.
Nas, Common, Anthony Hamilton Among Performers for Roots Picnic London The star-studded lineup also includes Floetry, Benny The Butcher, Musiq Soulchild and a host of others.
The Listening: New Music From 6LACK, Tyla, Benny The Butcher, Ludacris and More This week’s new music Friday also features 50 Cent, The Kid Laroi, Teedra Moses, Red Cafe, Adrian Younge and Honey Dijon.
N.O.R.E. Says He Wishes He’d Edited Kanye West Interview “A lot more” The ‘Drink Champs’ host revisited his controversial conversation from 2022 and that Diddy played a role in how he edited the footage.
Lauryn Hill Stars in New Denim Tears Campaign With Her Family The brand is relaunching its DENIM TEARS program for the spring/summer 2026 season.
ScHoolboy Q Shows Off Workout Routine, Dismisses Ozempic Rumors The TDE rapper posted a video showing how he’s managed to slim down; highlighting his work ethic.
‘Abbott Elementary’ Star Sheryl Lee Ralph’s Fitness Approach: “Health is your greatest wealth” The 69-year-old went viral with bikini photos that showed her trim, fit physique.
‘SNL’ Roasts Jack Harlow in Weekend Update Skit; His Aunt Thought it Was Him A “Weekend Update” segment spoofing the rapper that was cut from broadcast became a viral sensation.
Wu-Tang Clan, Queen Latifah, Luther Vandross Among 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees Phil Collins, MC Lyte, Sade, Oasis, Iron Maiden and Rick Rubin are also among this year’s inductees.
DJ Clue is Trying to Get Jay-Z Back in the Studio The mixtape legend says he’s been sending Hov everything from mixtapes to unheard beats to try and get him motivated to record.
Issa Rae Calls Out Hollywood’s "Identity Crisis" with D.E.I. The producer/director/actor spoke about telling inclusive stories in a Hollywood that now treats diversity like “a bad word.”
From Clipse to FKA Twigs: The 5 Best Moments at Coachella 2026 Weekend 1 Superstars took the stage in the desert for the popular music and culture festival.
Gucci Mane Disses Pooh Shiesty on “Crash Dummy“ After Alleged Kidnapping, Robbery The fiery track comes after Shiesty and others were charged in a robbery and kidnapping that involved Gucci.
The Listening: New Music From Doechii and Lady Gaga, Snoop Dogg, Gucci Mane, Kehlani, Isaiah Rashad, Joyner Lucas and More This week’s new music Friday also features DJ Khaled, Future, Tink, Bossman DLow and AZ.
Afrika Bambaataa, Hip-Hop Pioneer and Zulu Nation Founder, Dies at 68 The Bronx legend’s later years were marred by allegations of child molestation from his days as a youth leader.
NYC Mayor Mamdani Teams With Cardi B to Promote Childcare Program The Bronx-born rapper is also asking fans to help come up with a jingle for the initiative.
