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50 Cent mercilessly trolled Diddy and now has a doc about him. Here’s the history of the beef between them

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — There is no love lost between hip-hop moguls 50 Cent and Sean “Diddy” Combs. 50 Cent has long trolled Diddy on social media, especially after CNN’s publication of surveillance video showing Combs assaulting his then-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, in 2016. Now the rapper turned actor and producer has taken

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A TikTok influencer’s affair with a married man cost her $1.75 million in court. Other influencers couldn’t stay away

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Strangers rallied behind Akira Montague when she took on a woman in court whom she had believed was one of her closest friends. Montague, a 27-year-old mother of two, won a $1.75 million judgment this month against the TikTok influencer Brenay Kennard, after accusing Kennard of having an

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Brazilian pop singer Liniker’s voice is reaching the world, but her community is still fighting to survive

By Julia Vargas Jones, CNN (CNN) — The moment Brazilian pop sensation Liniker walked into Amoeba Music in Hollywood, the crowd roared. Fans lifted their phones, snapping pictures with one hand and clutching her Latin Grammy-winning record on the other, many still buzzing from watching her performance at the awards show days earlier. The Latin

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Dolly Parton skips events as she further deals with ‘health challenges’

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Dolly Parton has had to miss two significant ceremonies as she continues to follow her doctors’ orders amid some “health challenges.” The legendary singer, songwriter and entrepreneur, 79, was unable to attend her recent induction into the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions’ Hall of Fame. That

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He wanted to come forward years ago. Now, his claims are at the center of a new investigation involving Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

CNN By Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN LOS ANGELES (CNN) — In March 2023 – eight months before Cassie Ventura filed the bombshell lawsuit against her ex-boyfriend Sean “Diddy” Combs that would ignite his public downfall and ultimately lead to his criminal conviction – another accuser was contemplating coming forward. Music producer and publicist Jonathan Hay had

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He wanted to come forward years ago. Now, his claims are at the center of a new investigation involving Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

By Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN LOS ANGELES (CNN) — In March 2023 – eight months before Cassie Ventura filed the bombshell lawsuit against her ex-boyfriend Sean “Diddy” Combs that would ignite his public downfall and ultimately lead to his criminal conviction – another accuser was contemplating coming forward. Music producer and publicist Jonathan Hay had contacted

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Fugees rapper Pras Michel sentenced to 14 years in prison over illegal donations to Obama campaign

By The Associated Press Grammy-winning rapper Prakazrel “Pras” Michel of the Fugees was sentenced on Thursday to 14 years in prison for a case in which he was convicted of illegally funneling millions of dollars in foreign contributions to former President Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection campaign. Michel, 52, declined to address the court before US

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Chadwick Boseman honored with posthumous star on Hollywood Walk of Fame: ‘He was an incredible leader’

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Friends, family and fans gathered Thursday to honor the late Chadwick Boseman receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles. Thursday was declared “Chadwick Boseman Day” in Hollywood, and his “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” costar Viola Davis, his “Black Panther” director Ryan Coogler and

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Rebecca Gayheart discusses the ‘complicated’ challenges of parenting her daughters with Eric Dane amid his ALS diagnosis

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Rebecca Gayheart is sharing how she’s trying to be there for her family during a difficult time. The actress, who shares two teenage daughters with Eric Dane, recently appeared on the podcast “Broad Ideas with Rachel Bilson & Olivia Allen” and discussed how she’s approaching her role as

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James Van Der Beek auctioning off ‘Dawson’s Creek’ and ‘Varsity Blues’ memorabilia amid life’s ‘twists and turns’

CNN By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — James Van Der Beek is parting with some of his prized possessions. Fans have a chance to snag some of the memorabilia from his “Dawson’s Creek” and “Varsity Blues” roles in a live auction to be held early in December. According to People magazine, “Dawson’s Creek fans

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James Van Der Beek auctioning off ‘Dawson’s Creek’ and ‘Varsity Blues’ memorabilia amid life’s ‘twists and turns’

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — James Van Der Beek is parting with some of his prized possessions. Fans have a chance to snag some of the memorabilia from his “Dawson’s Creek” and “Varsity Blues” roles in a live auction to be held early in December. According to People magazine, “Dawson’s Creek fans will

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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex is going to show people how to do the holidays Montecito-style in a new Netflix special

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — The weather outside may not be frightful in California, but Netflix is cooking up something they hope is delightful with Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. The streamer on Monday announced a new special called “With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration” will debut on December 3. According to a press release,

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Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s ‘For Good’ performance in the ‘Wicked’ special was proof that we can still have nice things

By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN (CNN) — In what might be the musical equivalent of tailgating, “Wicked: One Wonderful Night” took what could have been a run-of-the-mill moment of corporate synergy, added a 37-piece orchestra and said “It’s time to have feelings!” The cynical might have thought the NBC special – littered with “Wicked”-themed commercials that

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Xania Monet is the first AI-powered artist to debut on a Billboard airplay chart, but she likely won’t be the last

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Artificial intelligence is everywhere and the music charts are no different. According to Billboard, an AI singer named Xania Monet is “the first known AI artist to earn enough radio airplay to debut on a Billboard radio chart.” So far, Monet has appeared on multiple Billboard charts since

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Jennifer Lopez doesn’t believe she’s ever ‘truly been loved.’ Here’s a reminder of everyone she’s talking about

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Jennifer Lopez knows a thing or two about love and relationships. The singer-dancer-actress recently appeared on Howard Stern’s show and talk turned to her love life. Lopez said it’s difficult being in a romantic relationship when you are famous. Stern asked: “Do you think you’ve truly been loved?”

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