Earlier this week, Eminem’s maternal grandmother, Betty, passed away at her home in Missouri, according to TMZ. She had been battling complications from breast cancer, and the rapper was reportedly not present during her final moments. Their relationship, marked by both love and tension, had long been complicated. In a 2000 interview with London’s Mirror, Betty spoke candidly about her discomfort with Eminem’s explicit lyrics. “When I hear his vile disgusting lyrics I can’t believe this is my Marshall,” she said. “The same boy who used to come and sit on my lap.” Yet she contextualized his work within the broader music landscape. “He’s no worse than the rest of them. I don’t like some of the lyrics myself, but this is what the people want to hear,” she explained. “If they’re going to criticise my grandson, criticise the rest of them. What about Limp Bizkit? And Ozzy Osbourne, who used to eat live bats on stage.” Betty lamented the scrutiny directed at her grandson: “They seem to be singling my grandson out. They’re picking on him.” Despite their disagreements, she conveyed deep affection: “He’s my first grandchild, I was there then he opened his eyes, I love that boy. I want to stop this war between us because life’s too short – I want him to hang in there, because everything’s going to be okay.” Eminem Faces Family Loss a Year After Becoming a Grandfather Eminem has not yet publicly commented on her passing. The news comes almost a year after he became a grandfather, following the birth of his daughter Hailie Jade’s son, Elliot Marshall McClintock, last April. Hailie’s pregnancy was revealed in Eminem’s October 2024 music video for “Temporary.” The track contains lyrics addressed to her, crafted as a message she might one day hear, blending personal reflection with his enduring connection to family and legacy.

Brooklyn rapper Maino has fired back at 50 Cent with a new diss track titled “Bleed Like Us,” adding fuel to the ongoing tension between the two New York artists. The song arrives shortly after 50 Cent released a track and video alongside Max B, where he appeared to take jabs at several rappers, including Maino.On “Bleed Like Us,” Maino doesn’t hold back. View this post on Instagram The Brooklyn MC takes direct shots at the G-Unit mogul, referencing 50 Cent’s past controversies, personal history, and his well-known habit of trolling rivals on social media. The track’s title appears to echo themes of vulnerability and rivalry, suggesting that even hip-hop’s most powerful figures are not untouchable. The diss comes as tensions between the two have been brewing online for months. Much of the back-and-forth has played out on social media, where 50 Cent frequently comments on industry drama and publicly calls out other artists. Maino’s response marks a shift from online exchanges to a lyrical confrontation. While 50 Cent has not yet responded directly to the diss track, fans are already watching closely to see whether the Queens rapper will address the record either on social media or with music of his own. View this post on Instagram

Along the Malibu shoreline, Dr. Dre has quietly closed the sale of a long-held beachfront property, marking the end of a chapter that stretches back more than two decades. Public real estate records indicate the home changed hands on March 3 for $16.5 million. The producer originally bought the property in 2000 for $4.8 million, making the sale a substantial return on the investment. The house had previously appeared on the market in 2022 with an asking price of $20 million, according to Zillow. The transaction reflects the continued strength of Malibu’s luxury housing market. The residence sits along Carbon Beach, a stretch of coastline sometimes referred to as “Billionaire’s Beach.” Spread across three levels, the property was designed to take full advantage of its oceanfront setting. The layout includes six bedrooms and seven bathrooms, along with spaces intended for both work and recreation. Among the amenities are a private gym, a studio, a large deck overlooking the Pacific, and a home office. Additional features include a wood-burning fireplace, a sauna, and several areas designed for entertaining guests. The home sale surfaced at roughly the same moment that Dr. Dre reached a notable financial benchmark. Forbes released its updated ranking of the world’s wealthiest individuals on March 10, and the producer appeared on the list for the first time. The publication estimated his net worth at $1 billion, placing him at No. 3,332 globally. The ranking reflects the breadth of Dre’s career, which spans decades in music as well as ventures in technology and business. A Billion-Dollar Legacy — and New Music Still in the Works Within hip-hop, that figure places him among the genre’s wealthiest figures, behind Jay-Z, who remains the richest artist in the field. The Forbes list includes only a small number of musicians overall, with Beyoncé also appearing among the names. Much of Dre’s fortune is tied to his recording legacy, entrepreneurial ventures such as his influential headphone brand, and a portfolio of investments that extends beyond music. Industry observers often point to those ventures as evidence of how artists have expanded into broader business arenas. Even with those milestones, Dre’s focus on music continues. Moreover, T.I. recently spoke about an upcoming collaboration while discussing new projects with AllHipHop. “Dr. Dre blessed me with a record,” T.I. said. “It happens to have Anderson .Paak on it and a young lady by the name of Stallone. It’s a dope record. It’s called ‘Where I’m From.’ Dope record.”

Music mogul Ye issued a blunt message to the press this week, telling media outlets that the time has come to fully recognize his legal name. The advisory arrived March 10, shortly after Ye delivered nearly three hours of testimony in a workplace violations lawsuit filed by former employee Tony Saxon during a hearing at the Los Angeles County Superior Court. The memo reads as a call-out to the media companies that still refer to the rapper by his former name. Ye reminded outlets that his identity change was announced years ago and formally approved by a California court. “MEDIA ADVISORY IT HAS BEEN SEVEN YEARS SINCE THE ARTIST FORMERLY KNOWN AS KANYE WEST ANNOUNCED THAT HENCEFORWARD HIS NAME WOULD BE YE,” the statement says. Ye got tired of people still calling him Kanye and put out this media statement after court. pic.twitter.com/aZq2mZBtou — Sneaker Legal® | Trademark & IP Lawyers (@SneakerLegal) March 11, 2026 Ye legally changed his name from Kanye West to Ye in 2021. His team argues that the media ecosystem has had plenty of time to update credits, archives, and databases. “THIS IS MORE THAN ENOUGH TIME FOR MEDIA COMPANIES, SEARCH ENGINES, RECORD LABELS, DSPS, RETAILERS, LYRICS WEBSITES, PUBLISHERS AND OTHERS TO UPDATE THEIR RECORDS AND SYSTEMS TO TAKE ACCOUNT OF THE CHANGE,” the memo continues. The statement also frames the issue as one tied to identity and respect. Ye’s representatives emphasize the artist’s global visibility and say the name change should be treated as permanent. Ye To The Media: “Stop Calling Me Kanye West” “YE IS ONE OF THE MOST RECOGNIZABLE PEOPLE IN THE WORLD, ON PAR WITH PRESIDENTS AND POPES. THIS CHANGE WAS MADE FULLY, LEGALLY, AND PERMANENTLY. THIS IS WHO HE IS NOW. HIS NAME IS YE.” The advisory ends with a warning directed at outlets that continue using his former name. Representatives for Yeezy LLC say cooperation may end if the directive is ignored. “YEEZY LLC WILL NO LONGER CO-OPERATE WITH OR PROVIDE COMMENT OR CONFIRMATION TO MEDIA OUTLETS THAT REFUSE TO USE HIS LEGAL NAME,” the memo states. He continued: “A DELIBERATE AFFRONT, A RACIST OFFENSE AND A DENIAL OF YE’S AGENCY AND SELF-DETERMINATION.” The message signals a stricter media policy from Ye’s camp as the artist navigates both legal scrutiny and public perception.

50 Cent returned to social media this week with a new music video for his collaboration with Max B, titled “No More Tricks, No More Tries.” The visuals appear to rely heavily on artificial-intelligence effects, creating digitally rendered scenes that frame the song’s confrontational tone. Throughout the clip, the artist delivers pointed lines directed at several figures he has sparred with publicly, including Jim Jones, Maino, Fabolous, and Dave East. In one sequence, a stylized image places Jones inside what looks like an interrogation room as the lyric lands: “Snitching you better not.” The moment reflects the track’s mix of satire, commentary, and competitive bravado. After 50 Cent posted the video on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, audience reaction unfolded quickly. Some listeners expressed disappointment with the use of A.I. imagery and the song’s approach. One critic wrote, “N***a talk about how rich he is and come and deliver AI slop & music slop! Stay behind the camera and off microphones homey.” Another user responded with surprise, saying, “Dang I checked if this was a fake account three times. What happened to you 50? This is week af. This is not the same person who disrupted the industry with a diss track. I’m calling Jim Carrey on this one.” Other fans approached the release with a lighter tone. Some pointed to moments they found humorous within the lyrics. “Best part of this whole song is him telling Dave East he don’t even count,” one listener commented, adding laughing emojis. Another wrote, “The masses won’t like this but I’m not like them lol this is [fire emoji].” The range of responses illustrates how quickly new music from a veteran artist can spark debate across online platforms. Yall thought I was talking about the Cosby’s. I’ll deal with Bill later. I am the algorithm • https://t.co/WtNREs32V0 pic.twitter.com/fZPuHIUBY2 — 50cent (@50cent) March 10, 2026 50 Cent reignites tensions after Jim Jones criticizes his Diddy docuseries The caption accompanying the video included another message from 50 Cent, suggesting the conversation may not end with this song. Referencing T.I. and people around him, the rapper wrote, “Yall thought I was talking about the Cosby’s. I’ll deal with Bill later. I am the algorithm.” The comment hinted at ongoing friction that has surfaced periodically in recent months. Some of that tension traces back to remarks made on the Let’s Rap About It podcast, where hosts discussed 50 Cent’s Netflix docuseries “Sean Combs: The Reckoning.” During the conversation, Jim Jones, who appears on the show, criticized the project’s tone. “You don’t want nobody doing a documentary trying to make your whole character look weak. That’s petty behavior … It’s really not a documentary; it’s more like a mockumentary,” Jones said. The exchange later spilled onto social media, where both sides traded comments before the podcast crew released a freestyle titled “Squatter’s Rights.”

Ari Lennox recently had a candid conversation with the Effective Immediately podcast about her dating history. According to the “Shea Butter Baby” singer, she spent too much of her early years giving toxic men attention. While Ari acknowledged that she still struggles with being attracted to “toxic energy,” she’s much more cognizant than in years past. She also expressed regret for not paying the “sweet energies” the attention they deserved. “I think I have a thing for toxic energy,” Ari says. “Because when I look back on all of these energies, it’s a shame I gave them so much time, and there were sweet energies that I didn’t. Now, I see those sweet energies getting married and starting families, [and] I’m just like, ‘dang that could’ve been me,’ if I had recognized the security in those individuals at the time.” Ari Lennox says she regrets giving toxic men attention and not the sweet ones, now that she’s older and not married. “It’s a shame I gave the toxic ones so much energy instead of the sweet ones. I see the sweet ones getting married and starting families I’m like, that could’ve… pic.twitter.com/p7tL3G8hvY — stan (@wyd_stan) March 10, 2026 Clip of Ari Lennox Revealing Why She Doesn’t Date Women Resurfaces This wasn’t the first time Ari Lennox made a startling revelation regarding her dating history. Last April, a clip resurfaced of the singer revealing the reason behind why her journey experimenting with same-sex relationships was short-lived. According to the former Dreamville singer, dating women was too difficult and left her feeling “insecure.” The clip was taken from her Instagram Live and began making rounds on social media in September 2024. “I tried for like one second, like getting to know this person this year, and then it was like weird, and then I just felt insecure,” she said in the video. “I feel like guys…it’s already a lot. Let me just stick to what I know. I feel like [with] women…I don’t understand them. I don’t understand myself.” While the singer never shied away from her being sexually attracted to women, it seems this brief encounter left such an impact on her that she’s unwilling to try again in the future.

Wale is not one for the online shenanigans. So when a troll took a shot at him in a recent X post, he offered quite the clapback. “A female told me I rap like Wale and I got so f*cking offended cuz no the fuck I don’t,” an X user named NFTMansa wrote on March 10. The Maryland native responded less than 10 minutes later, writing, “Nobody believes a female talked to u today, gang.” The rapper’s comment section seemed quite amused by the brief back-and-forth. “All I ever known was beautiful women listening to Wale,” one person commented. “That mf gets no cat. He told on himself.” Another X User wrote, ” ‘a female’ – first and only indication of a n*gga having no b*tches .” That said, not all the comments were on his side. One X user implied that Wale only responded to gain attention. “Ik a n*gga tryna trick us into listening to that bullsh*t when I see it.. shouldn’t even have gave him the reply. n*gga over there excited this happened,” they wrote. Nobody believes a female talked to u today gang https://t.co/FLT8vdB25S — Wale (@Wale) March 11, 2026 Last November, during an interview with the Effective Immediately podcast, Wale opened up about his relationship with social media and his interactions with online trolls. While admittedly irritating, the rapper is quick to block his haters to preserve peace of mind. “..They used to be like, ‘Yo, look y’all. He blocked me. I don’t know why this person blocked me.’ I’m like, ‘Because you’re annoying. I see your timeline, I could tell,’” he said.

T’yanna Wallace, the daughter of the Notorious B.I.G, is bringing one of hip-hop’s most legendary legacies into the world of hospitality. Over the weekend, Wallace hosted an intimate private tasting event in Midtown Manhattan to preview dishes from the upcoming menu of Big Poppas Steakhouse, the restaurant she plans to open this fall in honor of her father, B.I.G., also known as Big Poppa. The gathering was held on March 9, 2026, the anniversary of Christopher Wallace’s passing, transforming the day into one of celebration, remembrance, and legacy. For years, Wallace carried the idea of opening a restaurant as a way to honor her father’s memory. Before his untimely death in 1997, Christopher Wallace often spoke about his dream of one day opening a restaurant of his own. Now, nearly three decades later, his daughter is bringing that vision to life. View this post on Instagram The evening featured a carefully curated team responsible for bringing the experience together. Chef Harley prepared the tasting menu, celebrity event curator Alyi V of The Alyi V Experience oversaw the event’s creative direction, celebrity publicist Chasity Cox of Chasity Cox Public Relations LLC handled media and communications, and bartender Chyna crafted signature cocktails for guests. The private tasting allowed Wallace to gather feedback from close friends and family while finalizing the signature dishes that will appear on the Big Poppas Steakhouse menu. The menu blended bold flavors with cultural homage, with several dishes referencing the music and legacy of The Notorious B.I.G. Held at an elegant Midtown Manhattan venue not far from the future restaurant location, the evening welcomed a number of notable guests including CJ Wallace, Lil’ Kim, Lil’ Cease, members of Junior M.A.F.I.A., Kazeem Famuyide, host of 7PM in Brooklyn, and more. Wallace’s mother and daughter were also in attendance, proudly standing beside her throughout the celebration. With its official opening planned for Fall 2026, Big Poppas Steakhouse aims to bring together elevated dining, storytelling, and cultural nostalgia in the heart of New York City. View this post on Instagram

Florida’s Ivanna Lisette Ortiz is accused of opening fire near the Beverly Hills-area home of rapper A$AP Rocky and singer Rihanna now faces attempted murder and multiple firearms charges, according to Los Angeles prosecutors. Authorities charged the 35-year-old woman with attempting to kill Rihanna, along with 10 counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm and three counts of shooting at an inhabited dwelling or vehicle. Prosecutors say the alleged gunfire occurred Sunday afternoon while the couple and their family members were on the property. Nathan Hochman said Rihanna and A$AP Rocky were together inside a trailer on the property at the time of the incident. Other relatives and staff members were inside the nearby residence. Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported. Law enforcement officers arrested Ortiz shortly afterward in Sherman Oaks, several miles from the residence. Investigators have not disclosed a possible motive, stating the circumstances remain under review. Ortiz appeared in court wearing blue jail attire and communicated with her attorney through a glass partition. Her lawyer, Jamarcus Bradford, initially entered a not-guilty plea but later withdrew it to postpone the arraignment until March 25. The court ordered Ortiz held on $1.8 million bail. A$AP Rocky & Rihanna Were Home With Their Children When Ortiz’s Shooting Occurred, Prosecutor Says During the hearing, Theresa McGonigle issued a protective order requiring Ortiz to stay away from Rihanna and A$AP Rocky, whose legal names are Robyn Fenty and Rakim Mayers. The order also bars Ortiz from possessing firearms or ammunition. Prosecutors said three counts of shooting at an inhabited dwelling relate to the main residence, a trailer on the property, and a neighboring house. Ten assault counts correspond to Rihanna, family members, staff, and individuals in the nearby residence. Hochman praised the swift law enforcement response following the reported shooting. “LA-based celebrities should not be additionally worried because of this,” Hochman said, pointing to the rapid arrest. Deputy District Attorney Alexander Bott will lead the prosecution. Ortiz faces a potential life sentence if convicted. Prosecutors emphasized the charges remain allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

Egypt Criss, the daughter of Treach and Sandra ‘Pepa’ Denton speaks out losing a recent boxing match. Criss was knocked out by Olympic boxer Jade Jones during their bout at the Misfits Duel 2. Criss shared a video via Instagram assuring her fans that all is well. She also addresses her father’s claims that she’s being “brainwashed.” Captioning the video, “Your girl’s still good! Coming back Stronger than Ever! My Fire is Fueled..” View this post on Instagram As previously reported, Egypt’s father, Treach shared an open letter to his daughter following the fight. In a post titled “To My Darling Daughter Egypt Pt. 1,” the Treach rapper wrote, “When you marry a clout-chasing clown who brainwashes you into taking care of him and lets him train you and set you up like this, what did you expect? I love you.” He continued by calling out those around her, writing, “As far as him and the team around you — y’all put my daughter in harm’s way. Karma comes back quick. You reap what you sow.” Hip-hop legend Treach goes off on his ‘clout-chasing’ son-in-law after witnessing his daughter get knocked out cold by an Olympic gold medalist in her boxing debut. He also accuses the son-in-law of living off his daughter.” https://t.co/DikGeQEYSk pic.twitter.com/IYbM6bPVGJ — Rain Drops Media (@Raindropsmedia1) March 8, 2026 50 Cent also reacted to the knockout on Instagram. Sharing the clip of the fight, he wrote, “Damn, get the strap… that’s Treach and Pepa’s baby, Egypt. Don’t be sending me stuff like this because I’m going to post it.” View this post on Instagram