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2Pac

HipHop

2Pac’s Ring sold For $1 Million Making it the Most Expensive Hip Hop Artifact

A crown ring that belonged to 2Pac in 1996 sold for a seven-figure price during a Sotheby’s auction. CBS News reported that the coveted jewelry sold for a handsome amount of money that surpassed Sotheby’s estimate of $200,000 to $300,000. This happened in Tuesday this week (July 25). The purpose of doing the auction was to celebrate Hip Hop's half a century existence. Other valuable items that were auctioned included […]

todayJuly 26, 2023 1

Nicki Minaj

HipHop

Mattel Sues Rap Snacks Over Nicki Minaj ‘Barbie’ Brand Infringement

Hip-hop celebrities are diversifying their careers and delving into business. Days after Snoop Dogg unveiled his new whole grain snack product under the Broadus Food Brand; a Nicki Minaj-themed product is subject to a court case. The product is named Barbie Que Honey Truffle. It is a potato chips product from Rap Snacks, a Miami-based firm that offers foods labeled after hip hop celebrities. Rappers like Snoop Dogg, Cardi B, […]

todayAugust 18, 2022

Snoop Dogg

HipHop

A Woman Has Refiled a Sexual Assault Case Against Snoop Dogg in LA

Reports of Hip-hop stars getting sued have been making headlines. Following the filing of the suit against 6ix9ine for bailing out on shows after pocketing hefty sums of money, Snoop Dogg is facing a more serious sexual assault charge. The woman only identified as Jane Doe alleges that Snoop Dogg and a co-defendant identified as Bishop Don "Magic" Juan, who also doubles up as the spiritual adviser of the musician, […]

todayJuly 22, 2022

6ix9ine

HipHop

6ix9ine Troubles Compound as He Faces Lawsuits Over Failing To Appear In Concerts

In September 2021, the stars of "TROLLZ" hitmaker Tekashi 6ix9ine were seemingly shining bright after he bagged $43 Million in Business Deals. Some of the contracts included; a new album release, a tour, and a movie, among others. He also signed contracts worth millions as his career took a step in the positive direction. However, the success of the celebrated artist could be his undoing. He is now facing laswuits […]

todayJuly 12, 2022

HipHop

Chuck D Faces Backlash After His Polarizing Remarks On R Kelly’s Case

Monday’s court case against R Kelly has generated much buzz around the internet. The singer was found guilty of racketeering and sex trafficking charges at a Brooklyn federal court. Countless people have hopped on Twitter and other social platforms to express their views on the singer. One of them was Chuck D. But unlike other people, the rapper became a trending topic after expressing controversial views. He has since issued […]

todaySeptember 30, 2021

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