50 Cent is celebrating an Emmy win tied to his Netflix documentary, Sean Combs: The Reckoning, about Sean “Diddy” Combs, but the hip-hop mogul isn’t exactly calling it a victory lap. Following the September 5 Emmy ceremony, 50 Cent addressed the recognition on Instagram. His documentary, “Sean Combs: The Reckoning,” was among the night’s winners. “I won a Emmy still think I’m taking a L,” 50 wrote. View this post on Instagram He followed with a message to his supporters: “GLG GreenLightGang we don’t miss.” The Emmy recognition went to the documentary’s editing team. Supervising editors Charles Divak and Evan Wise were among the credited recipients. Lead editor Jack Gravina also received the honor alongside editors Benji Kast, Adam Goldstein, Jonathan Miller and Jeremy Siefer. The distinction matters. The Emmy recognizes the editors’ work on the documentary, rather than giving 50 Cent an individual acting or producing award. Hip-Hop Mogul 50 Cent Celebrates Emmy Win For Sean Combs: The Reckoning Still, 50 Cent served as an executive producer on the project. Alexandria Stapleton directed the documentary, which also received nominations for Documentary or Nonfiction Series and Documentary/Nonfiction Directing. “Sean Combs: The Reckoning” arrived as scrutiny surrounding Diddy’s career reached a fever pitch. The documentary examined the mogul’s rise, influence and controversies while drawing renewed attention to his place in hip-hop history. 50 Cent’s involvement added another layer to the project. The G-Unit founder has maintained a long-running public rivalry with Diddy, frequently taking shots at the Bad Boy Records founder. The Emmy adds another accomplishment to 50 Cent’s expanding television résumé. His production work has increasingly moved beyond music, establishing him as a major force behind the camera. For the editors, the Emmy marks a significant industry achievement. For 50 Cent, it became another opportunity to celebrate his camp while keeping his competitive edge intact. Even with an Emmy attached to the project, 50 made one thing clear: GreenLight Gang is still moving.

Blueface’s girlfriend, Nevaeh Akira, is facing backlash after making harsh comments about Chrisean Rock’s 3-year-old son. The remarks surfaced during a Kick livestream on Sept. 3, which marked Chrisean Jr.’s third birthday. Nevaeh was holding her newborn son, Johnathan Jamall Porter Jr., during the broadcast. A circulating clip shows Nevaeh seated in a gaming chair while a split-screen image features Chrisean and her son. She then warned viewers she was “bout to get REAL disrespectful.” Blueface’s BM calls Chrisean Rock’s son UGLY and DISABLED, saying her kid is CUTE and ABLE amid his 3rd birthday party “I’m bout to get REAL disrespectful.” pic.twitter.com/q7nWdbDZUK — Dubs⛧ (@onlydubsX) September 4, 2026 Nevaeh called Chrisean Jr. “ugly” and “disabled.” She contrasted those comments by describing her own baby as “cute” and “able.” The comments quickly spread online, prompting a wave of reactions from viewers. Nevaeh did not provide medical evidence supporting her reference to Chrisean Jr.’s health. The timing added another layer to the controversy. Chrisean marked her son’s birthday with a royal-themed celebration featuring a horse-drawn carriage and castle decorations. Blueface’s Nevaeh Akira Calls Chrisean Rock’s Son, Chrisean Jr., “Ugly” & “Disabled” On Livestream Blueface, who shares Chrisean Jr. with Chrisean, was not shown at the birthday celebration. He appeared online with Nevaeh and their newborn instead. The latest dispute comes amid years of tension involving Blueface, Chrisean and Nevaeh. Their disagreements have frequently played out across social media. A longer portion of Nevaeh’s livestream showed her continuing to criticize Chrisean Jr.’s appearance. Separate clips also circulated showing Chrisean reacting to footage of Nevaeh’s newborn. The children have previously become part of public disputes involving their parents. NLE Choppa faced criticism after making disparaging remarks about Chrisean Jr. during a feud with Blueface. He later apologized for those comments. Soulja Boy has also made derogatory remarks about the child during an earlier dispute. Blueface has faced criticism for comments about his son, too. Chrisean previously described some of his remarks as cyberbullying. Nevaeh’s comments have once again placed Chrisean Jr. at the center of an adult conflict. The latest exchange has drawn renewed concern over the child’s exposure to online feuds. Neither Blueface nor Chrisean has publicly indicated that the dispute has been resolved.

Ciara and NFL quarterback Russell Wilson have announced they are expecting their fifth child. The couple shared the news through a joint social media post on Sunday, showcasing the growing family as they prepare for a new addition. The announcement comes as the latest chapter for the high-profile pair, who have been married since 2016. Ciara, 40, revealed her pregnancy in a stylized video featuring her silhouette, confirming that the “Level Up” singer is ready to expand her household once again. Wilson, who currently plays for the Pittsburgh Steelers, shared the enthusiasm on his own platforms. The couple already shares three children together: daughter Sienna Princess, son Win Harrison and daughter Amora Princess. Ciara also has a son, Future Zahir, from a previous relationship with rapper Future. Fans and fellow celebrities quickly flooded the couple’s comment sections with well-wishes. The pair has long been open about their desire for a large family, with Wilson previously joking in television interviews about wanting to have even more children in the future. The pregnancy news follows a busy year for the singer, who has balanced her music career and various business ventures with motherhood. Friends close to the family said the couple is overjoyed by the news and looks forward to the journey ahead. While the due date has not been publicly disclosed, the announcement suggests the baby will arrive sometime in early 2027. View this post on Instagram

A Dallas County, Texas, jury convicted Kewon White of capital murder Friday in the killing of late rapper MO3, delivering the first verdict against a defendant accused in the 2020 murder-for-hire case. White was sentenced to life in prison without parole after jurors deliberated for slightly more than three hours. Prosecutors alleged White was the gunman who fatally shot MO3, whose legal name was Melvin Noble, during a daytime pursuit near Interstate 35E in Dallas. State of TX v. @Yellabeezy214: Deliberations have concluded at 8:07 PM in the State of TX v. Kewon White (@fgc_banzzobling), with Judge Chika Anyiam presiding. The jury unanimously find Kewon White GUILTY of Capital Mur for the November 11, 2020 mur of rapper Mo3 (@mo3_badazz)… pic.twitter.com/bxN2c4BA2A — Bryson “Boom” Paul (@brysonboompaul) September 5, 2026 The verdict followed the close of evidence Friday afternoon. Both the prosecution and defense rested their cases before jurors began deliberations. Prosecutors accused White of pursuing Noble on foot after the rapper abandoned his vehicle. Noble was then shot and killed in November 2020. The homicide became a high-profile case in Dallas, particularly within the city’s hip-hop community. Noble had established a national following through his music and collaborations before his death. White is the first of three defendants accused in Noble’s killing to stand trial. Prosecutors have alleged the men participated in a murder-for-hire scheme targeting the rapper. Kewon White, Rapper Mo3’s Killer, Found Guilty Of Capital Murder The state’s case identified White as the alleged shooter. His conviction establishes the first criminal judgment stemming from the prosecution’s broader allegations surrounding Noble’s death. After the guilty verdict, the court imposed a life sentence without the possibility of parole. White’s conviction and sentence remain subject to any post-verdict challenges available under Texas law. The remaining defendants have yet to face trial. Their cases could shed additional light on prosecutors’ allegations regarding the alleged plot and the events leading to Noble’s death. Noble’s killing has remained a closely followed Dallas criminal case since 2020. Friday’s verdict marks a significant development in the prosecution’s effort to hold those accused responsible. For White, the verdict brings the first trial in the case to a conclusion. For Noble’s family, friends and fans, it represents the first courtroom judgment in the killing of the Dallas rapper.

R&B singer Mary J. Blige has found herself at the center of an unexpected AI controversy after appearing in an advertisement for music technology company Suno. The 85-second clip shows the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul inside a recording studio. Blige appears to listen to an AI-generated track inspired by the sonic world she helped define. View this post on Instagram The song recalls elements of Blige’s influential 1990s and 2000s R&B sound. In the footage, she appears to praise the technology and suggest adding strings and a beat. The ad quickly sparked backlash online. Fans and music industry observers questioned whether Blige had agreed to promote an artificial intelligence platform. According to reports, she had not. Suno later acknowledged that Blige’s team did not authorize the campaign. The company said it entered a business arrangement with someone who claimed to represent the singer. “We entered into a business deal with someone who presented themselves as Ms. Blige’s official representative,” Suno said in a statement to Variety. The company said it ended the campaign after learning that the person lacked proper authorization. “As soon as we learned this was not the case, and that Ms. Blige was uncomfortable, we terminated the advertising campaign,” Suno added. Suno Admits Unauthorized Deal For R&B Singer Mary J. Blige AI Campaign The controversy arrives during an increasingly heated fight over AI and music. Artists and major record companies have challenged AI firms over copyright and creative rights. Suno has faced legal scrutiny over how its technology generates music. Critics have raised concerns about AI systems reproducing elements of artists’ work without permission. The Blige controversy adds another concern: who gets to authorize an artist’s likeness and creative identity? For an artist with Blige’s cultural footprint, that question carries particular weight. Her voice and sound have influenced generations of R&B and hip-hop artists. Neither Blige nor her representatives has publicly addressed the controversy. Suno’s statement, however, makes clear the company no longer stands behind the campaign. The incident highlights a growing challenge for musicians navigating AI. Their names, images and artistic identities can now enter digital campaigns with startling speed. For Blige, the episode offers a pointed reminder. In the AI era, artistic consent matters as much as the technology itself.

More than two decades after their Reebok collab, hip-hop mogul 50 Cent is still collecting favors from hip-hop billionaire Jay-Z, now JAŸ-Z. The Queens rapper and entertainment mogul revisited a 2003 Reebok commercial Thursday, recalling a behind-the-scenes clash over the first G-Unit sneaker. According to 50 Cent, JAŸ-Z was furious when he decided to wear his own shoes during the campaign. 50 Cent said the first G-Unit sneaker sample arrived while the pair filmed the Reebok spot. Rather than wear the footwear provided for the commercial, he chose the unreleased G-Unit model. View this post on Instagram That reportedly created tension with JAŸ-Z, whose business partner John McNeilly allegedly worried his reaction could cost him his job. “See Jay still owe me a favor for doing this shit,” 50 Cent wrote on Instagram. “They brought me the first G-Unit sample while we was recording this.” “I said I’m wearing my shoe in this,” he continued. “Jay got so mad John McNeilly said I’m gonna get fired. LOL. True story!” Hip-Hop Mogul 50 Cent Remembers Jay-Z (Now JAŸ-Z) Still Owes Him A Favor After Reebok Commercial The anecdote resurfaced as Reebok revived the red, white and blue G-Unit G6 in 2026. The reissue reportedly sold out within two hours, underscoring the sneaker’s enduring place in hip-hop history. 50 Cent celebrated the demand while taking another jab at longtime rival Rick Ross, who had mocked the G6’s return. “Sold out, fat boy,” 50 Cent wrote. For 50 Cent, the G6 represented more than merchandise. It helped establish a blueprint for rappers seeking influence beyond music. “Reebok took a chance on me early, and it paid off in a big way for us both,” he recently told Complex. “The G6 created a whole new category in sneaker culture and opened up new opportunities in the music space,” he said. “It gave hip-hop artists a platform to go beyond being just artists. It wasn’t the norm back then.” The sneaker’s revival now gives 50 Cent another opportunity to revisit a moment when hip-hop, fashion and corporate culture were becoming inseparable.

BET Digital’s shift toward video is drawing attention after written news articles reportedly disappeared from BET.com. HuffPost Deputy Editor Philip Lewis reported Friday that BET Digital removed its digital news archive. The change followed BET’s decision to prioritize video across its redesigned platform. “BET Digital has permanently removed all its digital news articles from its website to ‘prioritize video content,’ I’m told,” Lewis wrote. “Years of news articles are now gone forever. Some writers were able to save their stories; some weren’t.” BET Digital has permanently removed all its digital news articles from its website to ‘prioritize video content,’ I’m told. Years of news articles are now gone forever. Some writers were able to save their stories; some weren’t pic.twitter.com/aM1gt63obD — philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) September 4, 2026 Orchid Richardson, the network’s senior vice president of digital, previously outlined the company’s new direction. “We’re leading with video, and we’re putting community storytellers at the center of BET News,” Richardson said. The redesigned BET.com now directs visitors to video content through its established news section. YouTube also features prominently across the platform. BET.com highlights video series, television programming, Paramount+ titles and digital shows. The company said its August relaunch would make content easier to access. BET Digital Erases BET.com News Archive To Shift To Video Reports BET also said the new experience would reduce text-heavy browsing. Audiences would instead find quicker access to videos, events, premieres and social content. However, the announcement did not detail the fate of the platform’s previous written journalism. That has become a key concern following the reported archive removal. Black Entertainment Television launched in 1980 and developed a longstanding role in documenting Black entertainment and culture. Its digital newsroom later expanded that coverage across news, music and cultural reporting. The disappearance of archived stories could affect readers, researchers and journalists. It could also leave writers without accessible records of their published work. Lewis reported that some writers saved copies of their articles. Others were unable to preserve their work before its removal. The Paramount+ company has not publicly explained whether the stories remain stored internally. The company also has not indicated whether the archive could return. The network is simultaneously expanding its multimedia journalism efforts. BET Digital announced a Community Reporting Initiative following the BET.com relaunch. The program seeks journalists in several U.S. markets. Its focus is original video reporting from journalists working within the communities they cover. The strategy reflects a broader shift toward digital video news consumption. Still, the platform’s transformation raises a question beyond its new format. What happens to the journalism that helped document Black culture when the digital record disappears?

Hip-Hop has had a phenomenal summer, and it’s only getting better, with new music from established and emerging stars such as Jay Fizzle, AZ Chike, and JhonnieDamnD. Last week, The Game had all of hip-hop talking with his new album, The Documentary 3, which resurfaced the beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. While the West Coast deals with inner turmoil, the South has been flourishing with viral hits by Dallas artists Dolly Babe (“Pink Blush”) and JhonnieDamnD (“Murda Bend”). The summer tours are still going strong with superstars like Don Toliver, Loe Shimmy, and Doechii, creating some of the season’s biggest moments yet. As we head into September, new tours from Ken Carson, Isaiah Rashad, and Chief Keef are kicking off. In music, Cardi B’s new track is quickly becoming unstoppable, with an 2immediate impact on the Billboard charts. However, many rising stars are flooding the charts with fresh energy and undeniable fan bases, pushing them to the top. All this while, we await new albums from the biggest names in hip-hop, like Drake, Travis Scott, Quavo, and Stove God Cooks. And here we are again, new week, new surprises. From JhonnieDamnD calling on Dallas to hop on the remix to AZ Chike and Tyler, The Creator’s first collaboration to Jay Fizzle’s new era, here’s a list of new music you might have missed this week. Jay Fizzle Is Ready To “Smash” On The Competition The Paper Route Empire’s shining star returns with a promising track that serves up boisterous bars in his trademark tumbling flow, boasting about his luxurious lifestyle. The new track serves as a launching pad for new music coming in the rest of 2026. “Smash” is refreshing, attention-grabbing, and the perfect origin for any newfound fan. Jay Fizzle, Mo3, TheRealSkitso, J French + MORE New Music You Might Have Missed This Week JhonnieDamnD Keeps It Dallas Swag For “Murda Bend (Remix)” With one of the biggest songs in the world right now, you can call the biggest names to hop on the remix. But the Fort Worth rap star remembers where he came from and draws on North Texas’s legacy to inject it with new energy. The legacy acts remind the world how much swag they had, have, and still have to come. Mo3 Rises Again To Proclaim, “I’m Pac” The late rapper releases the visual to his 2019 fan favorite after the verdict in the hip-hop icon’s murder case is settled. The visual reminds fans of the generational impact that Pac had on everyone. The song is living proof that Shakur’s legacy will continue to influence the biggest names in hip-hop forever. AZ Chike & Tyler, The Creator Relive Their Favorite Movies As They “Look Like My Mama” The West Coast’s hottest new star gets a look from the region’s favorite superstar to help deliver a blockbuster debut. While their bars are unique, they blend perfectly together, and the visuals amplify the song’s popularity. T’s involvement adds to others like Pharrell and K-Dot, who will assist in making the new artist’s debut legendary. Mike Will Made-It & OJ Da Juiceman Are Ready To Cook So The “Stov3 Lit” Taking us back to the early days of trap rap, the longtime collaborators deliver a refreshing track and thank their fans for their unwavering support. The legendary Atlanta trapper keeps us entertained with his signature ad-libs, colorful wordplay, and well-known swag over the hard-hitting production. Reunited and it feels so good. TheRealSkitso, Curren$y, Tyler The Creator, OJ Da Juiceman + MORE New Music You Might Have Missed This Week TheRealSkitso Takes It Back With Styles P, M.O.P., & Kokane To Show No “Mercy” The Buffalo producer makes a grand entrance with a couple of the East Coast’s roughest and toughest emcees for the main event. One-third of The Lox brings the grit; the Brownsville boys bring the ruckus, as the pure white makes you addicted after the first listen. The track really shows no mercy, literally. J French & Curren$y Get Us In The Right “Mood” A collaboration no one expected, the Oklahoma City native hits up a New Orleans favorite to make a bold statement for his forthcoming album. “This album came to me during a dark place that I had to fight my way out of,” says French. “With everything happening in Hip Hop, from the tensions between some of our biggest artists to the racial issues and political views that continue to divide people, I felt it was necessary to give the world something with no beef, no war, and only solidarity. That is the only way I can make art, from a place of love.” “Bro hit me up and sent the track over, and I saw it was titled ‘Mood,’” says Curren$y. “I was in the middle of The Winner’s Circle tour. I put it on, vibed with it, and matched his energy. FaceTimed J French, played it for him, and he loved it. I Don’t Believe in Bad Days is how I live my life every day. I have been rocking with the homie J French for a minute.” Boosie Badazz & C-Murder Tell More ‘Hood Stories’ Together, they represent distinct chapters of Louisiana rap history. The album’s title suggests an unfiltered look at those experiences. Its songs explore relationships, violence, grief, and resilience. The 15-track album reunites the former cellmates-turned-longtime friends.

Russell Westbrook has made his first post-NBA career move. According to ESPN, Westbrook is transitioning into executive sports leadership by joining the global basketball venture Project B as a co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer. He’s also taking an equity stake and a seat on the board of directors. Westbrook plans to play an active, hands-on role in shaping the upstart league’s long-term vision. He’ll focus on commercial partnerships and basketball operations alongside co-founders like the Chief Basketball Officer. Project B, which features a Grand Prix-style 5-on-5 global circuit across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, aims to revolutionize modern sports economics by giving its men’s and women’s players direct equity and decision-making power.  Westbrook’s move brings instant credibility and star power to the player-centric model, signaling a mission to ensure athletes are built into the ownership structure as true business partners rather than just employees.  “At every step of my career, what was most valuable to me was making sure everyone had a seat at the table,” Westbrook said in a statement. “With Project B, we’re challenging the norm and bringing a new vision to the intersection of premium sport, culture, and entertainment. We’re reimagining the experience with players not only as key value drivers, but also as shareholders and decision makers.”  Drafted fourth overall as the franchise transitioned to Oklahoma City, Westbrook quickly formed a dynamic duo alongside Kevin Durant, leading the Thunder to four Western Conference Finals appearances and a trip to the 2012 NBA Finals. However, his legacy in OKC reached iconic status after Durant’s 2016 departure, when Westbrook embraced sole leadership of the franchise with unmatched ferocity.  In the  2016–17 season, he won the League MVP and became the first player since Oscar Robertson to average a triple-double across an entire season. He would repeat the feat he went on to repeat the feat three more times. Eventually, he surpassed Robertson as the NBA’s all-time leader in career triple-doubles. 

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ projected release date from federal prison has been moved up again, according to Bureau of Prisons records. The hip-hop mogul is now scheduled to leave Federal Correctional Institution Fort Dix in New Jersey on Feb. 5, 2028. His prior projected release date was Feb. 20, 2028. View this post on Instagram The latest adjustment cuts more than two weeks from Combs’ projected federal incarceration. His release date has shifted several times since he entered custody. A federal jury convicted Combs in July 2025 on two counts of transporting people across state lines for prostitution. The charges stemmed from allegations involving sexual encounters prosecutors described as “freak offs.” Prosecutors alleged Combs arranged encounters involving his girlfriends and male sex workers. They also alleged he watched and recorded some of the encounters. Hip-Hop Mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs Release Date Pushed Up Again To February 2028. Jurors, however, acquitted Combs of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. Those charges carried substantially greater potential penalties than the counts resulting in convictions. U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian sentenced Combs in October 2025 to four years and two months in federal prison. He began serving that sentence at FCI Fort Dix the same month. Combs’ incarceration has included a reported altercation with another inmate. The incident allegedly led to a brief period in solitary confinement. His projected release date initially stood in June 2028. It later shifted to January 2028 before moving to Feb. 20, 2028. Federal records now list Feb. 5, 2028, as Combs’ projected release date. The Bureau of Prisons can revise projected release dates based on applicable custody and credit calculations. Combs’ case followed a closely watched federal prosecution in New York. Prosecutors pursued allegations involving sex trafficking and racketeering, but jurors rejected those counts. The defense argued prosecutors had overstated the evidence. The verdict ultimately separated the prostitution-related conduct from the government’s more serious allegations. For now, Combs remains incarcerated at FCI Fort Dix. His projected release date is Feb. 5, 2028, although that date could change again.