The YBF Podcastwill stream LIVE for the first time this Friday in NYC!  Find out inside how to attend, plus how to win a spot as a VIP guest!

The YBF Podcastis doing a LIVE taping!

Just before our epic 12th anniversary bash at Samsung 837 this Friday, host Natasha Eubanks will have a one-on-on sit down with a YBF chick we ALL love: Teyonah Parris!

The "Survivor's Remorse" and Dear White People star is about to bring her black girl magic to The YBF Podcast.  You're invited to come watch LIVE at Samsung 837!

Can't make it?  Like us on Facebook to watch the FB live stream!

Natasha is also taking over Samsung 837's Instagram all day this Friday! 

Hope to see you at the LIVE taping!

To win VIP status at the podcast taping, follow us on Instagram or Twitter and send us a Tweet or DM with #YBF12!  3 lucky winners will be chosen.

The 6 God welcomed Floyd Mayweather to his city yesterday.  Drake hopped on stage to intro his homie during the second stop of the promo tour of the biggest fight of the year.  See what everyone was up to inside....

During the super tense second meeting between Floyd and Connor McGregor, the fellas talked plenty of ish to each other at Toronto's Budweiser Stage in front of a packed audience of 16K.

Of course, hometown hero Drake was there to set ish off:

The meet up comes a day after Connor told Floyd "Dance for me, boy" at their first meet up in L.A.. 

[2:40 mark] Needless to say, that ish didn't go over well.

Floyd told Connor on Wednesday:

"We're not talking about being at the top for one year, two years, three years, four years. We're talking about 21 years.

 

"Turn the pressure up.  I don't quit, I don't fold under pressure.  I'm the best and I know I'm the best.

 

"If you believe in yourself like you say you believe in yourself, bet your whole fight check."

The build up is getting real.

Ne-Yo had time last night to pop off on makeup artist Billie Jean after she BASHED him and his wife Crystal Renay Smith on social media. Get into messy drama inside…

Makeup artist Billie Jean got Ne-Yo BIG mad. So mad, the R&B crooner put his thumbs to work to respond to some social media shade.

Last night, Billie Jean hopped on Instagram to expose Ne-Yo and his wife Crystal Renay Smith for not paying her for her services. She said Crystal flew her out to do her makeup for E’s upcoming show “Married To Music.” Billie claims “gold digging” Crystal was very rude and nasty towards her and Crystal ended up doing her own makeup, so she left. Now, she claims Crystal owes her $800 for the gig.

Not only that, she’s threatening to reveal Crystal and Ne-Yo’s address online if they don’t cough up the cash.

Check it:

Someone tipped Ne-Yo off, so he hopped in her comments.

He followed up saying, “It ain’t all that over $800. This is where my family lives. This is where OUR CHILD LIVES. Put my address online and $800 will be the least of the worry. #NotAThreatButIDontPlayAboutMyFamily”.

Then, Billie Jean popped back:

Meanwhile, Crystal posted up her own response, sharing a selfie of her made up face she did herself:

Crystal also hopped on Instagram Stories to share her side of what went down. She said she hired Billie for a week’s worth of work, but she QUIT after the first day. She said she chose to do her own makeup because she wasn’t satisfied with Billie’s services and told her to learn how she likes it done. If anything, Crystal said she’s owed money for the flight since she didn’t get what she paid for.

So, who do you believe?

Photos: Crystal's IG/Billie's IG

The Primetime EMMY nominations are in! And several of your faves scooped up nods. See the YBF list inside…

YBF stars won BIG at the EMMYs last year. And they’re looking to do the same thing this year.

The 69th Primetime EMMY Awards nominations were announced today and "S.W.A.T." star Shemar Moore was tapped to do the honors of reading the nominations, alongside "Veep" star Anna Chlumsky at the Saban Media Center in North Hollywood.

“This Is Us” seems to be this year’s favorite. The hit NBC series scooped up a total of 11 nominations, including Best Drama and Outstanding Casting for a Drama Series. Rightfully so. This show keeps our emotions all over the place.

Lead star Sterling K. Brownwon his first Primetime EMMY last year. Can he do it again? We’re keeping our fingers crossed. He’s in the running for Best Lead Actor in a Drama Series -- for his role as Randall Pearson -- and he’ll be going up against his co-star Milo Ventimiglia in the category.

Sterling's co-star Ron Cephas Jones, who plays his father on the show, also copped a nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.

Third time’s a charm? We hope so!

Regina King has been nominated for Best Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie for her work on ABC’s “American Crime.” She’ll be gunning for her THIRD straight EMMY award. We’re already claiming another win for this YBF chick.

The “black•ish” parents made the list again!

Anothony Anderson nabbed a nomination for Best Lead Actor in a Comedy Series and he’ll go up against Donald Glover (“Atlanta”). Meanwhile, his co-star Tracee Ellis Ross is in the running for Best Actress in a Comedy Series.

“black•ish” and “Atlanta” have been nominated in the Outstanding Comedy Series category.

“How To Get Away With Murder” star Viola Davis is up for her 2nd EMMY Award after nabbing one in 2015. She’s nominated in the Best Lead Actress in a Drama Series category.

“OITNB” stars Uzo Aduba and Samira Wiley, along with “Westworld” star Thandie Newton will duke it out in the Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series category.

“Saturday Night Live” star Leslie Jones just scored her very first EMMY nomination. She’s up for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.

“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” star Tituss Burgess has been nominated for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.

RuPaul Charles, who hosts “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” snatched a nomination for Best Host of a Reality/Competition Program.

The Immortal Life Of Henrietta Lacks is up for Best Television Movie.

You can check out the full list of nominees here.

Congrats and good luck to everyone! We’ll see who will win which award when the ceremony airs live on Sunday, September 17th at 8pm EST on CBS.

Photos: Getty

Sir Carter and Rumi, the youngest heirs to the Carter-Knowles throne, are currently breaking the internet!  Thanks to their mama Beyoncé, they just made their big debut into the world.  See the twins inside....

The Carter twins just made their internet debut! For everybody pulling out their edges while stressfully and anxiously awaiting any news about new-mom-again Beyonce and those twins, back away from your hairline. Bey's got an epic unveiling for you.

Mrs. Carter, in all her gorgeous post-pregnancy glow, waited until around 1AM EST to unveil Sir Carter and Rumi.  Yep, the rumors were right.  That's actually their names.

Their birthday seems to be on the 14th of July since Bey opted for middle-of-the-night to post.  And we know EVERYTHING she does is intentional.

This stunning and floral covered image, which gives us the same vibes as her pregnancy pic, is dripping in blues and pinks to still throw us off from the actual genders.  We're pretty sure Sir Carter is a boy.  And that's about all we're sure about.

A blue veil and panties paired with a blue and pink kaftan...what does any of it mean?!?!

 

Sir Carter and Rumi 1 month today.

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In the words of papa Hov, "No one knows what it means.  But it's provocative."

Congrats to the Carters on their new bundles of joy!  Welcome to your thrones, Sir & Rumi.

BONUS: While the twins were busy flexing their internet-breaking abilities for the first time, their dad Jay-Z was busy on stage with Roc Nation artist Vic Mensa in L.A.

 

Hov intro @vicmensa #TheConnector

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“Empire” and “Star” are going to take the drama to another level with a crossover episode. Tamron Hall is gearing up for her TV comeback. And we have the first look at Oprah in Ava DuVernay’s A Wrinkle In Time. Get it all inside…

Get ready for some drama because two of your fave TV shows are ready to bring it.

Yep, the rumors are true. Musical dramas “Empire” and “Star” will be crossing over for an epic episode on the FOX network. That’s right. Cookie and Carlotta will be sharing the same space and y’all know ish is going to pop off.

Deadline breaks down where the episode will pick up:

The night will kick off with Empire at 8 PM. On the brink of Empire Entertainment’s 20th anniversary, Lucious (Terrence Howard) is making his first public appearance after the explosion in Las Vegas, while all members of the Lyon family, as well as Lucious’ nurse, Claudia (guest star Demi Moore), have their own interests in Lucious regaining his physical and mental faculties.

Then, on Star, the ladies – with Carlotta as their manager – continue to face roadblocks, despite their victory at Atlanta NextFest.

Check out the new promo clip below:

The “Empire”/”Star” episode will premiere Wednesday, September 27th. Y'all ready?

In other TV news...

Don’t call it comeback!

Former “TODAY Show” anchor Tamron Hall just inked a new gig and it’s major!

After leaving NBC in February, Tamron will be creating her very own talk show with Weinstein Television. She’ll be co-creating the program with Weinstein AND will serve as host and executive producer of the show, according to Variety.

There isn’t a name for the show just yet, but it will focus on current events, human-interest stories and celebrity interviews. Weinstein said the show “will fill the current void in daytime for viewers looking for a blend of heart, humor and information.”

Not only is Tamron doing this new daytime show, she’s also working with Weinstein to develop other non-scripted programming.

Now take THAT, NBC!

Keep shining Tam!

In other on-screen news....

Get ready to be whisked away to a magical world in Disney’s upcoming film, A Wrinkle in Time.

The fantasy movie, directed by Ava DuVernay, will follow a teenager named Meg who goes on a cosmic adventure to find her missing scientist father. Meg will find help in three celestial beings -- and Mrs. Which (Oprah Winfrey), Mrs. Who (Mindy Kaling), and Mrs. Whatsit (Reese Witherspoon) -- who help her “wrinkle” time and space.

This is the first look at Lady O as her character.

Ava told EW she was looking for a “a black Mrs., a white Mrs., and a Mrs. that was not either.” The women are all totally different and that was Ava's vision. She talked about tapping Oprah to star in the film.

“[Mrs. Which] is so much of what [Winfrey] teaches and shared through her shows over the years ... about owning your light and conquering darkness and how we have to power ourselves through this life in a certain way and look out for each other,” Ava said. “She dropped into the character so well, but it’s also Oprah.”

Get ready for a magical experience when A Wrinkle In Time hits theaters March 9, 2018.

Photos: Empire's Twitter/Tamron's IG/Entertainment Weekly

The Russells are forging a new bestie relationship, and we're all the way here for it!  Host Russell Wilson snapped flicks with everybody (even had little Future Zahir with him) at last night's Kids' Choice Sports Awards, plus Simone Biles, Michael Strahan, Skylar Diggins, Gabby Douglas and more slay the slime...

 

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NFL QB Russell Wilson got to work doing his hosting duties for the second year in a row last night in L.A.  But this time, the new dad had a cute little partner with him -- stepson Future Zahir!

Mama CiCi was home with the new baby (and probably still working on her post baby snap back even though she already looks great).  But that didn't stop the boys from having fun.

Russ caught up with NBA star Russell Westbrook backstage after chopping it up with him on the ESPYS carpet last night.

Russ also hit the carpet with the two Michaels -- Strahan and Phelps.

Gabby Douglas rocked our fave look we've seen on her thus far.  A super cute two piece sequin look is perfect for her.

Yes.

Michael Strahan brought his twins as his dates for the night.  Cute!

Nickelodeon king Nick Cannon got all tropical for the function.

Olympic gold medalist Claressa Shields brought her boxing punches to the carpet.

"black ish" star Miles Brown was bouncing around as always.  Gotta love him!

Lookng good Lamar!

Simone Biles kept it cute in purple alongside her Final Five teammate and bestie Aly Raisman.

Kel Mitchell returned to the network that brought us his hit show "All That."  Who else used to watch that ish religiously?!

NBA stars Andre Drummond and DeAndre Jordan got colorful on the carpet.

Laila Ali and Curtis Conway brought the kiddies out.

WNBA star and newlywed Skylar Diggins kept it cute and casual.

And Super Bowl MVP Von Miller popped up to chill with the kids.

Spoiler alert!

Want to know who won?  Get into pics from the show below before the show airs this Sunday on Nick.

Photos: Getty/Nickelodeon

DMX and Taxstone are in all types of legal/criminal ish! Get the latest on X’s tax woes and Taxstone’s murder charge inside…

No surprise here.

DMX is in trouble with Uncle Sam and they’re coming down hard on the NYC rapper.

The IRS has hit X with 14 counts of tax evasion after he had been ducking them for years. And he has reportedly surrendered to authorities.

According to TMZ, the “No Sunshine” rapper owes $1.7 million in back taxes after concealing his income for several years. Apparently, X has been raking in cash from his hit singles in the 2000s, but tried to hide whatever earnings he had coming in.

So how did he do it? He stopped using his personal bank accounts and used other people’s accounts (like business managers) and lived mostly on cash. Lord X.

With the 14 tax evasion counts, X could face up to 44 years maximum. Sheesh!

NYC Personality Taxstone – real name Daryl Campbell– just had his charges upped in that Irving Plaza shooting. Back in February, he was brought up on gun charges. Now, he’s facing murder charges!

According to the NY Daily News, Taxstone was charged with murder, attempted murder, assault, and weapons charges in Manhattan Supreme Court and is being held without bail.

You’ll recall, Troy Ave’s bodyguard/friend, Ronald McPhatter, was killed in the crossfire at Irving Plaza at a T.I. concert in May 2016. Troy Ave has also been brought up on charges, which include attempted murder and weapons possession.

BONUS: 

A man was arrested for trespassing in Drake’s backyard at his Hidden Hills mansion Thursday night. It’s reported a security guard saw the man and ordered him to leave. When the man got aggressive, the security guard called the cops and he was arrested.

Can he live?

Photos: Getty/Taxstone's IG

Kofi Siriboe is on his 90s steez. Are you loving it?

Peep pics of the YBF hottie, plus shots of Kelly Rowland, Sanaa Lathan and more at the Girls Trip L.A. premiere inside…

Kofi! Kofi! Kofi!

We’ve noticed Kofi Siriboe loves rocking prints. He obviously doesn’t mind playing with different fashion pieces. Remember that edgy suit he rocked at the BET Awards?

It seems like he’s on a 90s kick as of late. And this purple printed blouse seems to follow his theme. The “Queen Sugar” star snapped it up on the pink carpet at the Girls Trip L.A. premiere held at The Regal LA Live serving up 90s vibes.

Sanaa Lathan made her way to the premiere in a white ruched mini dress to support her bestie Regina Hall, who stars in the film.

Taking a break from the studio, Kelly Rowland rolled up to the premiere in a Ports1961 Resort 2017 ensemble. Loving the curls.

Werk.

Stars Jada Pinkett Smith, Tiffany Haddish, Regina Hall, and Queen Latfiah linked up for a photo-op on the carpet.

This dress is everything! Regina Hall worked this Tadashi Shoji number on the carpet and we’re jealous…in a good way.

Jada Pinkett Smith is really feeling golden fabulousness these days. The Girls Trip starlet made her way on the carpet in silk crepe one shoulder Prabal Gurung ensemble to pose it up alongside her co-star Larenz Tate.

She brought her brother Caleeb Pinkett along as her date.

Tiffany rocked a white Alexander McQueen gown with LeVian and Maxior jewels. She's so funny.

Larenz Tate and his wife Tomasina Parrott served up coupledom vibes with their color coordinating outfits. 

By the way, Larenz will star in the new season of "Power."

Girls Trip producer Will Packer and his wife Heather Hayslett were all smiles on the carpet.

Oh, Hey auntie Loretta Devine!

Moriss Chestnut fine self was in the mix.

Yara Shahidi is always adorbs on a carpet.  We can't wait to see her star in her spin-off "College-ish."

Girls Trip star Mike Colter popped up at tonight's premiere with his wife Iva Colter.

"Survivor's Remorse" stars Jessie Usher and Erica Ash came out to show support.

Singer Estelle, "Window Warriors" host Garcelle Beauvais, "Marlon" star Essence Atkins, and former "Atlanta Exes" star Torrei Hart made their way on the carpet before checking out the comedy film.

Ruffles ahead!

Former "Girlfriends" star Golden Brooks and reality star Laura Govan had the same red carpet look in mine for the event.

Fun times.

Girls Trip hits theaters July 21st! 

Photos: Wire/Splash/Girls Trip's IG

Safaree Samuels is not here for Nicki Minaj's constant shade and he wants everyone to know. Find out all he said, plus flicks of Cam Newton in the Trap House with 2 Chainz...

Four years later and the post-breakup “beef” continues.

Safaree Samuels called out his ex-girlfriend Nicki Minaj over her constant shade towards him on social media. Apparently, Nicki went on a “liking” spree of anti-Safaree posts via Twitter. She had time to sift through negative Twitter comments about her ex and like them.

Screenshots started making its rounds on social media, so the “Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood” star decided to respond. He’s fed up with all of the childish back and forth sub-disses and said he will no longer participate in the shenanigans. The NYC rapper pointed out that Nicki is obviously still “bothered” because she’s still throwing shade years after the breakup. He never mentioned her name, but it's obvious who he's talking about.

Peep his tweets below (read from the bottom up):

He has a point.

By the way, that's K. Michelle in the studio with Safaree above.

When athletes and rappers link up....

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton and rapper 2 Chainz brought sports and music together last night. The football player and rap star hit the stage at Cam’s C1N Under Armour sneaker launch held in Cam’s hometown of Atlanta. And 2 Chainz brought his pink Trap House car for the festivities.

The duo hit the stage to perform the rapper’s track “Riverdale Rd,” a cut from his newest album Pretty Girls Like Trap Music. Y’all know Cam loves rap music.

The event also featured the unveiling of different colorways, community engagement activities, and live performances.

Peep a few clips from their joint performance below:

 

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Fun times.

Photos: Safaree's IG/2 Chainz's IG

Jeremy Meeks, who recently filed separation papers from his wife, is on his f*** boi ish. Peep pics of the felon-turned-model all lovey dovey with his new chick Chloe Green inside…

Prison Bae is out here on his f*** boi ish.

Felon-turned-model Jeremy Meeks was spotted on a date with his new main squeeze/Topshop heiress Chloe Green. The new couple made their way to Catch restaurant in L.A. over the weekend, holding hands and looking like they’re all in love.

Earlier in the day, Jeremy and Chloe were spotted tonguing each other down in the pool. Hmph.

Their spotting comes days after Jeremy filed separation papers from his wife Melissa Meeks. The wife who held him down while he was locked up. Melissa said in a recent interview that she wanted to file for divorce, but he beat her to the punch.

This is ish is just...foul.

Photos: Splash

Mel B has to cough up some serious cash to her estranged husband Stephen Belafonte for spousal support. Find out how much inside…

It’s another Mary J. Blige situation.

A judge has ordered Mel B to pay her estranged husband Stephen Belafonte spousal support. And he’s getting a hefty payment.

The “America’s Got Talent” judge must pay her estranged husband $40,000 a month amid their messy divorce. Luckily, it’s temporary. It’s emergency support for food, housing and phone bills.

Stephen accused Mel B of preventing real estate agents from showing their $8.9 million Hollywood Hills home that’s on sale. However, the judge did not place any orders on her. You’ll recall, Mel got a restraining order against Stephen, so he’s not even allowed in the house.

And there’s more. Mel B also has to hand over $140,000 for Stephen’s legal fees. Chile…

In court documents, Mel made it clear she’s opposed to funding her estranged husband and offered up a warning that he needs to become self-supporting, rather than live off of her money.

These men are something else.

Photo: Splash

Taraji P. Henson will be stepping into the animation world for the sequel of Wreck-It Ralph. In TV news, Russell Simmons wants Chance The Rapper to revamp "Def Poetry Jam." Deets inside…

Taraji P. Henson just inked a role in an animation film.

The “Empire” actress will voiceover an algorithm named Yesss in Ralph Breaks The Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2, a sequel to the 2012 film. The news was unveiled at Disney’s D23 convention where they showed rough clips of the film. According to Variety, Taraji’s character appears to be an expert on the Internet.

In the sequel, viewers will see Vanellope (Sarah Silverman) and Ralph (John C. Reilly) escape the arcade and enter the worldwide web and Taraji’s character will help them.

Make it a movie night for the kiddies when Ralph Breaks The Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2 hits theaters March 9, 2018.

In TV news...

Russell Simmons is gunning to have Chance The Rapper reboot his popular poetry show, "Def Poetry Jam." And for good reason.

Chance fancies himself as a poet, so he would be the perfect choice to reboot the show. The good news? The Hip Hop mogul is already in talks with the Chi-town rapper.

Uncle Russ hopped on Twitter and tweeted, “Super excited. Been in negotiation with @chancetherapper to host Def poetry jam for HBO. !!!! Would u guys like to see that #Emmys”

Hmm…we’re here for it. Are you?

By the way, Chance just dropped a new track titled "Big B's" featuring Young Thug. Take a listen below:

Photo: Getty

Tristan Thompson and Khloe Kardashian step out for date night after spending time with Rob Kardashian. Meanwhile, EJ Johnson whips out his daisy dukes for a grocery run. Peep the candids inside…

Cleveland Cavaliers baller Tristan Thompson and his girlfriend Khloe Kardashian were spotted out in the Hollywood streets for date night. The couple hit up Bootsy Bellows nightclub to party it up after consoling Khloe’s brother Rob Kardashian.

After Rob went savage on his daughter’s mom Blac Chyna and leaked her nudes, Tristan and Khloe linked up with him to cheer him up with a morning workout. On SnapChat, Khloe revealed, “Rob, Tristan and I are up early to get this early morning workout in. Early bird get the worm.”

A source told E! News that Tristan and Khloe have been trying to motivate Rob to get back on his healthy eating and exercise routine and hang out with them more.

The source said, “She is trying to help him. Rob didn’t move in with her, but Khloe and Tristan are encouraging him to come hangout at the house and workout with them hoping it will motivate him to get back on the health grind and take care of himself. Tristan doesn’t mind having Rob around at all. He loves all of Khloe’s family.”

Almost sounds like Tristan is taking Lamar Odom’s old role.

Elsewhere in L.A.:

EJ Johnson loves to make a statement and does so quite often.

The “EJNYC” star whipped out the smallest pair of daisy dukes he could find for a grocery run at Bristol Farms in West Hollywood.

EJ is like eff what you heard, he’s gone with the wind fabulous.

If you haven't heard, his spin-off show "EJNYC" was cancelled after one season. Bummer. "Rich Kids of Beverly Hills" was also cancelled after four seasons.

Photos: Splash/Backgrid

It appears T.I. and his wife Tiny Harris are working things out. They’re vacationing in St. Lucia to celebrate Tiny’s birthday and as you can see, they’re serving up coupledom vibes. More inside…

Tiny Harris sent a strong message to her (estranged?) husband T.I. when she filed for divorce back in December 2016. Tip spoke out revealing he didn’t want the divorce and now, it appears he’s doing everything he can to get his wife back.

The Xscape singer jetted to St. Lucia with a few friends to celebrate her 42nd birthday. The trip was funded by her husband. And he also popped up on the scene to help her celebrate. One of Tiny’s friends captured an intimate moment between the couple and posted it on Instagram where Tip is laying on Tiny’s lap while she stroked his head.

Check out a clip of the lovebirds below: 

 

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Remember when Tiny serenaded Tipand their daughter Heiress during an Xscape concert in Detroit earlier this month? While the moment didn't confirm they were getting back together, it definitely had folks hoping they would get back together.

Last night, an episode of “Being” featuring Tiny aired where she opened up about her husband’s infidelity. She said one of the biggest myths about their relationship is that Tip fathered another woman’s child. She said there is no outside child. If it is, where is the child? She’s never seen him/her.

Tiny made it clear that she and Tip have had issues over the years and ended up separating, but someone close to them passed away which brought them back together. It has been a lot of back and forth between them as they try to figure out what they want to do with their relationship.

Before Tiny hopped on a plane for her birthday festivities, Tip wrote her a lengthy "Happy Birthday" message on Instagram where he talked about their relationship. He revealed they never really broke up, their relationship has just evolved. Check it: 

 

Happy Gday to my beautiful lovely lil loud mouth,argumentative know it all,shit kickin,Cap ass Southside Patna. @majorgirl As a couple We've experienced some of the greatest moments in our lives together & burnt a hole in a bunch of big bags of money,in some of the most beautiful places in the world. And while I may have fucked up & still have so many more fuck ups in me on so many levels,one thing that's never gon change is how I consider you.... You are,have been,& always will be one of the Best Friends I have in the world. We've done just about all there is to do,good & bad. I remember for a long time we couldn't even spend a day apart from one another we were so emotionally connected. Then we were forced to "do time" apart back to back.(That shit sucked huh?) Then we popped back up on they ass and showed the world how cool raising kids could be on Family Hustle. While that may have put a few million more people than we'd like in our personal intimate business,it also became an example for so many who didn't have one in the areas of parenting,family & marriage in HipHop.... That's some real stand up shit to be proud of. We have 7 amazing kids who all have enough skills,smarts,talent and ability to take care of us in our old age....Now That's awesome!!! And while most of these nosey, no business havin,overly-opinionated,fake caring ass people would see it as a break up... I see it differently. In my eyes,we didn't break up,we EVOLVED into something unconditional. A relationship that supersedes fidelity,physical presence,or any other disagreement we may have faced. What we have is stronger than the bullshit & for that I'm thankful. We've taught each other things that'll allow us to continue to raise hell & kick shit for many many moons. Keep pressing your line & polishing your shine Mrs.H... Enjoy this day that's a celebration of the day the lord gave US You!!! Kick Big Shit Fa That!!!! With Eternal Love Respect & Admiration, Tip BIG Daddy King Sr Mr Harris. #HappyBirthdayMrsH

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Looks like they're going to give their love another chance.

Photos: Tiny's IG/@brittanyreshun

DMX posted a $500,000 bail following his indictment on tax evasion charges. And the first thing he does is Facetime his homie Swizz Beatz. Later, he hit the stage at the Brooklyn Hip Hop Festival where he offered up an inspirational word. Get it all inside…

A few days ago, DMX was indicted on 14 counts of tax evasion and surrendered himself to authorities. The feds found out that X was hiding his income to avoid having to cough up $1.7 million in back taxes from 2002 to 2005.

On Friday, X pled not guilty to all 14 counts and was released from jail on a $500,000 bond. The judge hit X with travel restrictions that require him to stay in New York. He also has to comply to strict drug testing and he can not have any firearms in his possession while out on bail.

If he’s found guilty on the 14 counts, he could face up to 44 years in prison.

After the hearing, X hopped on Facetime to chop it up with his Ruff Ryderz homie Swizz Beatz.

“In and out now back to the Music creative Zone ! Brother's 4 Life!! RR 4 Life !! Love you King!!! @dmx,” Swizz captioned on Instagram.

Live: #DMX leaving court. Released on 500G bond, he has to come up with 50G cash. Watch live. #HipHop#Musichttps://t.co/OMv8Qa0Xogpic.twitter.com/gj5t0nMlLL

— Dean Meminger (@DeanMeminger) July 14, 2017

Outside of the courthouse, X spoke with reporters where he was asked how he felt about the indictment. He answered, “My life is in God’s hands.”

Peep the clip below:

 

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He also posted a postivie message on Instagram about his situation:

 

LOVE IS INCREDIBLE. Been a long day, but my faith never wavered. God is great. Today marks the beginning of what's next. #7 @jonathanmannion

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Hours after he was released from jail, he hit the stage at the Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival where he offered up an inspirational message.

“There is a blessing in every curse," X said. "You just have to get past the self pity and look for it.”

Peep the clip below:

 

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Keep your head up X!

Photos: Swizz's IG/@bkhiphopfest

Party up! The entire “Insecure” cast took over Inglewood to celebrate upcoming 2nd season of the hit show. Peep all of the fun at the block party inside…

As we all patiently wait to see what shenanigans Issa and her crew will get into for season 2 of the hit HBO series “Insecure,” the cast hosted a VIP block party experience to get fans excited. Not that we need help getting excited about the new season because the show is just THAT good.

This year’s Block Party embraced the show’s Inglewood setting with special musical performances AND a screening of the premiere episode.

“Insecure” creator and star Issa Rae was joined on the carpet by her co-stars Yvonne Orji and Jay Ellis. And the laughs were endless.

We seriously can not wait until season 2. Issa is single this season and she'll be jumping back into the dating pool, which should be interesting. We all know how crazy the dating scene is these days.

Yvonne popped up on the scene in this super cute embellished alice + Olivia frock and Stuart Weitzman sandals.

Stars Amanda Seales, Natasha Rothwell and Dominique Perry were also in the mix for the fun:

"Insecure" director Melina Matsoukas flossed her luscious curls and funky style on the carpet.

Before hitting the stage for performances, SZA and Ty Dolla Sign posed it up ont he carpet:

Event planner Miss Diddy caught up with Issa on the carpet.

"New Edition Story" star Algee Smith came out to party. He will star in the upcoming DETROIT film set to hit theaters August 4th.

Get Out actor Lil Rel Howery and rapper Siya were all smiles. 

Compton Mayor Aja Brown took a break from politics for some fun.

DJ Kiss looked super cute in the DJ booth.

Fun times.

We're exactly one week away before "Insecure" season 2 premieres on July 23rd at 10:30pm EST on HBO.

Photos: Getty

Word on the curb is that Beyonce has NOT hit the gym since giving birth to twins, Rumi and Sir Carter. Find out what someone from Bey’s camp spilled, plus flicks of the Carters’ first public appearance since the twins' birth inside…

Beyonce birthed twins a month ago and her body is already summer ready.

And get this, she reportedly hasn’t stepped foot in a gym.

After Bey broke the Internet (again) with the first flicks of her new bundles of joy, everyone was gagging over Mrs. Carter’s post-baby bod. In the shot she shared of twins Rumi and Sir Carter, Bey showed off her post-baby snapback, flossing her super flat stomach.

 

Sir Carter and Rumi 1 month today.

A post shared by Beyoncé (@beyonce) on Jul 13, 2017 at 10:10pm PDT

A source close to Bey’s camp revealed the 35-year-old singer hasn’t hit the gym at all since delivering Rumi and Sir. They claim she’s more focused on healing from the delivery.

“Beyonce hasn’t started to work out yet. She is all about recovering,” a source told PEOPLE magazine.

Shortly after sharing the first picture of her new babies, Bey posted up a lovey dovey picture of herself and her husband Jay Z outside of their Malibu rental (which reportedly costs $400,000 a month) before they headed out on their first date as parents of three children.

Below are a few more flicks from Bey's personal stash:

Slay Queen!

As they made their rounds, the Carters were seen leaving Mack Sennett Studios in L.A. (atop) to attend rapper Vic Mensa's debut album, titled The Autobiography, listening party (July 13th).

Hov introduced Vic Mensa before they premiered his new music.

Check it:

 

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And fans were trying their hardest to snap pics of the Carters at the party:

 

Beyoncé & JAY-Z spotted at Vic Mensa's listening event in LA – July 13

A post shared by Beyoncé (@beylite) on Jul 14, 2017 at 7:40am PDT

Fun times.

BONUS:

Get into Jay Z’s new video “BAM,” featuring Damian Marley and Sister Nancy, from his recently released 4:44 album where he soaks in all of the views on the island of Jamaica.

Photos: Backgrid/Getty/Beyonce's IG

Black excellence took over Disney’s D23 Expo and we’ve got the flicks. Meanwhile, Russell Simmons brought his daughters Ming Lee and Aiko Lee Simmons as his dates for his Art For Life charity event. More inside…

Black excellence was all up and through Disney’s D23 Expo 2017 that was held at the Walt Disney Studios in Anaheim, California.

The cast and crew of A Wrinkle In Time -- including directress Ava DuVernay, Oprah, Storm Reid, Mindy Kaling and more -- were front and center for all of the magic and excitement of Disney entertainment.

The film's lead star Storm Reid and directress Ava DuVernay hit the stage to chat about the upcoming fantasy film that's set to take over the box office in march 2018.

The adventure fantasy film will follow a teenager named Meg (Storm Reid) who goes on a cosmic adventure to find her missing scientist father. Meg will find help in three celestial beings, Mrs. Which (Oprah Winfrey), Mrs. Who (Mindy Kaling), and Mrs. Whatsit (Reese Witherspoon), who help her “wrinkle” time and space.

The first trailer for the upcoming film was just released and you can get lost in the fantasy below:

Also at the expo...

Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman was on the scene for the Avengers: Infinity War portion of the event alongside his castmates. Yes, Black Panther (T'Challa) will be making a cameo in the Disney/Marvel magnum opus.

So fine.

Anthony Mackie (Falcon), Stars Wars actor John Boyega, Don Cheadle (War Machine) and Chadwick Boseman (Black Panther) linked up for an epic shot during the expo.

Disney's Princess and the Frog star Anika Noni Rose kept it fierce in a printed one-shoulder number.

"The View" co-host Whoopi Goldberg nabbed a photo-op with Avengers: Infinity War star Samuel L. Jackson.

The Oscar winner was named a Disney Legend during the expo.

“Disney and I go way back, since I was a little kid, I mean way back,” Whoopi said in a statement. “So it’s beyond an honor and a joy to become a Disney Legend because everybody knows I love Disney, Disneyland, Disney World, Disney movies, Disney toys and the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique! What’s better than this for a Disney-phile? Absolutely NOTHING!”

Congrats Whoopi!

At another event...

Russell Simmons, his brother Danny Simmons (below) and his Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation hosted the Art For Life Benefit event at Fairview Farms in Water Mill, New York. And he brought his gorgeous daughters, Ming Lee and Aiko Lee Simmons as his dates.

They have grown into some beautiful young ladies.

The charity event honored Sanford Biggers Art For Life 2017 Featured Artist, Esi Eggleston Bracey, Chuck D, Stephen G. Hill, and Bozoma Saint John at this years’ shindig.

Stephen G. Hill and Bozoma Saint John hit the carpet before being honored. 

Soledad O'Brien was tapped to host the event.

Other attendees included, singer Elle Varner, "Daytime Divas" creator Star Jones, "Real Housewives of Potomac" star Gizelle Bryant, music exec Kevin Liles and his wife Erika Liles, "Luke Cage" actress Simone Missick and her actor husband Dorian Missick and reality star Miss Lawrence came out to party it up for charity:

Oh Lawrence.

Broadway starlet Cynthia Erivo and rap legend Chuck D hit the stage for performances: 

And Bevy Smith was on the scene to chop it up with attendees. 

By the end of the night, the event raised over $1 million for children’s programs in NYC and Philadelphia. Nice!

 

Rush_arts an amazing night. Raised over 1million for programs in NYC and in Philadelphia. Always thankful for amazing team. Thank you to all who participated and all who donated .

A post shared by Russell Simmons (@unclerush) on Jul 15, 2017 at 11:25pm PDT

 

Great artist Sanford Biggers honoree @rush_arts

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Honored to have @soledadobrien back with us at #ArtForLife tonight!

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Fab times!

Photos: Getty/Erika's IG/Bevy's IG

It’s something about those daddy-daughter relationships! Kobe Bryant got his baby girl Bianka Bella’s name tatted on his arm while Tyson Chandler let his daughter ink his leg. Peep the pics and videos inside…

Kobe Bryant and his wife Vanessa Bryant were blessed with their third baby girl in December.  Now, the retired NBA baller is adding baby Bianka Bella’s name to his tattoo art on his arm where his two older daughters’, Gianna and Natalia, names are.

The former Lakers baller posted a video on his Instagram account as he was getting his arm inked:

 

Adding Bianka Bella today #daddysgirls #queenmamba #mrcartoon #masteratwork

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He said, “Adding Bianka Bella today #daddysgirls #queenmamba #mrcartoon #masteratwork”

Sweet! 

Another baller getting inked...

Phoenix Suns baller Tyson Chandler also got tatted this weekend... by his daughter!

The NBA player let his 11-year-old daughter Sacha-Marie ink his leg! And she looked like a pro. Her mom Kimberly Chandler was behind the camera capturing the special moment.

Check Sacha-Marie out in action below:

 

Such a mind blowing moment watching our love child express yet another facet of her creative being. What an amazing representation of the love affair we have with our 3 magical babies. Thank you @chueyquintanar for guiding her in your incredible way. I love you and your beautiful mind and heart @tysonchandler SWIPE

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It's just sooo EPIC that I had to share more of her moment...@tysonchandler @chueyquintanar Fun Fact: @chueyquintanar said he did his first tattoo at 14 years old. So dope that we were able to imprint this memory of creative trust in our beauties mind at just eleven. How cool is she!!!! SWIPE

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Looks like they have a future artist on their hands.

Photos: Kobe's IG/Kimberly's IG