We can't even lie, Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert make being married with a baby look like the easiest, sexiest task you could ever do. So it's only right they're starring in a new reality show to make us even more jealous. It's unconventional, and they're still making it look perfect. Sneak peek inside...

VH1 just announced the new series “Teyana & Iman” will premiere Monday, February 19 at 10PM ET/PT. And we're already setting our DVRs for this ish.

The eight, 30-minute episodes will provide an intimate look into newlyweds Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert's day to day as husband, wife and parents to obvious breakout star baby Junie.  The couple also serves as Executive Producers.

Teyana, a singer, dancer, model and actress who's been killing it since she stepped foot on MTV's "Super Sweet 16" and her NBA champ and rapper husband Iman are serving up a modern day love story.

The press release gives us a taste saying:

Redefining the contemporary notion of the modern love story, this power couple shares an unconventional romance defined by an unbreakable bond. As they take on the music, sports and fashion worlds, the success in their careers is only rivaled by their passion for one another and their daughter Junie. With plenty of red-hot moments, playful humor and a 360-degree view of true #RelationshipGoals, “Teyana & Iman” will follow the family as they dominate New York Fashion Week, take over the 2017 "MTV VMAs" red carpet, raise baby Junie and spend time as a family.

Check out the promo below, which is #momgoals, #dadgoals and #couplegoals all rolled into one:

As for how hot these two don't mind getting in public:

Love is a promise, love is a souvenir, once given never forgotten, never let I️t disappear. I️ love you Iman #AJustBecausePost #IJustLoveeeeeeeMeSomeYou

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Teyana also had some words for her man when he hit up Hot 97 recently to flex his rap skills:

 

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Ha.

Will you be watching?

BONUS:

Whooooooosssssss ready for @staronfox tonight????? Catch me in action w/ these beauties tonight 9pm est!!! #JoyceSheree #StarOnFox

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Teyana will be making a guest appearance tonight on "Star" on Fox. This should be good...

Rapper XXXTentacion claims Migos jumped him and now he’s whipping out receipts to prove it. See the new footage of the full fight and see how he dragged Offset’s girlfriend Cardi B in the drama.

Also, get the latest on shoplifting UCLA player LiAngelo Ball and his teammates returning to the US from China inside…

What’s beef?!

Rapper XXXTentacion has a serious problem with Migos and ish hit the fan when a physical altercation broke out in L.A. on Sunday. XXX posted security camera footage of the actual fight. None of the Migos rappers were involved in the fight. However, people from their entourage were involved.

Peep the clips below (swipe to see both videos):

 

HAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHHA SO YALL DONT SEE ME FLIP THIS NIGGA OVER AND THEY BIG ASS SECURITY GUARD CAME OVER AND KICKED ME IN MY FACE CAUSE I WAS HANDLING THEY PUSSY ASS LIL HOMEBOY long story short, fool comes over on some friendly shit and says “hey x” and than splits my dog so i split him and take em to the ground and than im rolling this big bitch and than the security guard walks over and kicks me in my face and than all these pussy niggas started kicking me in my face, and behind all of this these niggas had guns so thats why my homeboy had to watch, point blank period i aint never run from no fade , not like that pussy nigga lift off

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Before footage of the fight leaked, XXX hopped on social media and posted a series of videos to let everyone know he was jumped by some “p*ssy a** n*ggas” aka Migos' associates. He had visible bruises on his face and said he wasn’t running away from a fight because he’s a man. The controversial rapper also said they pulled a gun out on him and his girl and he’s gunning for their money.

Peep a clip below:

Breaking: xxxtentacion was just jumped in LA after being held at gunpoint with his girl. pic.twitter.com/d1oIxB7eq6

— DJ Akademiks (@IamAkademiks) November 14, 2017

XXX made it clear he is not going to go to the police, but he IS going to SUE them:

 

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XXX took things even further by dragging Offset's girlfriend Cardi B in their drama. He posted (then deleted) the message below:

Xxxtentacion has a message for Cardi B pic.twitter.com/7VtuaOoWZc

— RapSpotlights (@RapSpotlightss) November 14, 2017

This guy is doing the most.  Actually, everybody involved is.

In sports news...

Three UCLA basketball players have returned to the US from China after being accused of shoplifting from a Louis Vuitton store. And one of the players happens to be LaVar Ball’s son, LiAngelo Ball. 

China is one of the LAST places you want to get caught shoplifting.

Freshman LiAngelo and his freshman teammates, Cody Riley and Jalen Hill, arrived at Los Angeles International Airport on a flight from Shanghai last night (November 14th). They rushed through reporters as they made their way to board a bus. Peep the clip below:

The UCLA team was in China for a game against Georgia Tech in Shanghai on Saturday. By the way, UCLA beat Georgia Tech in a close game, 63-60. The rest of the team returned to the US on Saturday. The three shoplifting players were held back for questioning. Apparently, Trump called up Chinese officials and "worked out a deal" to get them back home.  This is according to #45.

Right now, its up to UCLA on whether the players will be punished since the matter did not occur on the basketball court.

As usual, No. 45 is sticking his nose into sports and is taking all the credit for the players being brought back to the States:

Do you think the three UCLA Basketball Players will say thank you President Trump? They were headed for 10 years in jail!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 15, 2017

The failing @nytimes hates the fact that I have developed a great relationship with World leaders like Xi Jinping, President of China.....

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 15, 2017

...They should realize that these relationships are a good thing, not a bad thing. The U.S. is being respected again. Watch Trade!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 15, 2017

Whatever Trump.  We'll watch YOUR pockets instead, since we're sure they're being heavily lined in all these "make nice" deals....

Photos: Getty/Reuters

Shaq and Shaunie O'Neal dug deep in their pockets for their daughter Mimi's Sweet 16. $1 million worth of digging. Peep the party flicks, plus celebrate Musiq Soulchild and his ex Ashley "Tiyumba" Wright 's new bundle of joy inside...

These sweet 16 birthday bashes keep getting more and more expensive.

NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal and his ex-wife Shaunie O’Neal pulled out all the stops to celebrate their daughter Amirah O'Neal’s (aka Mimi) 16th birthday. And it cost them nearly $1 million. Sheesh!

Family sources tell TMZ Shaq & Shaunie rented out the entire rooftop of the W Hotel in Hollywood for the shindig. And what’s a Sweet 16 without a luxury car as a gift? The O’Neals copped Mimi a brand new Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen.

As for the party’s entertainment, rapper YG was booked to perform. He did 8 of his songs, including "Toot It And Boot It" and "Why You Always Hatin?"

Based on the pics and videos from the party, everyone had loads of fun. Hell, for a $1million party they better have had fun. Check it:

 

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In YBF baby news...

Musiq Soulchild and his ex-Ashley "Tiyumba" Wright welcomed a baby boy a few weeks ago. Yesterday, Ashley made the baby announcement that they welcomed baby Satori Solaris on October 30th, weighing in at 6 lbs 14 oz and he was 20 inches long. She even gushed that baby Satori was born right into his father’s arms. Aww!

Check it:

 

Introducing: Satori Solaris — Born: Oct 30, 2017 Weight: 6 lbs 14 oz Height: 20 inches — Born right into papa's (@musiqsoulchild) hands. — Thank you to all who see me!! — "We are so provided for!" — #satorimeansenlightenment #solarismeansofthesun #freebirth #UC #UP #ididit #familycenteredbirth #itwasjustusbih #praisethemosthigh #shesagirl #thechildrenwereright #unassistedpregnancy #unasistedchildbirth #cordburning #placentaeating #goddessShit #imamazing #hesamazing #shannonisamazing #satoriisamazing #musiqsoulchild #mswrightsway #SHESEVERYTHING

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LOVE | COMMITMENT | @musiqsoulchild #mcm #musiqsoulchild #mswrightsway

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When it's April 2nd and she still pregnant... #letthejourneybegin #excitedtodoitwiththevillage #finallyfeelsgoodtoshare #cantwaittotellyallabouttheshitshowofthispregnancy #aintnothinglikebefore #bothgoodandbad #iloveyall #mswrightsway #8weeks #godseed

A post shared by Ashley "Tiyumba" Wright (@mswrightsway) on Apr 2, 2017 at 11:21am PDT

Ashley and Musiq announced they were having a baby in April 2017. Then, not too much long after the announcement, it was revelaed they had called it quits in May 2017.

There’s a rumor going around that Musiq could possibly be getting back with his other child’s mother/702 singer Kameelah Williams.

Congrats to Ashley and Musiq!

Photos: Casey Athena/Ashley's IG

Remy Ma explains why she decided to drop her husband Papoose as her manager and confirms Vince Herbert is now managing her career. In other news, R. Kelly is speaking out to defend clowning an autistic fan. Get it all inside…

Remy Ma is riding high on the music wave.

The 37-year-old rapper just signed a multi-million deal with Columbia Records and she’s gearing up to release her second solo studio album.

The NYC raptress stopped by the “Wendy Williams Show” recently to dish on all the new happenings in her career. Like her brand new single with Lil Kim titled,“Wake Me Up.” And she also confirmed her new management. Yes, Vince Herbert is managing her now. Let's hope his pending divorce from Tamar Braxton doesn't get in the way of his management skills.

Remy said she missed just having her husband verses them having to always talk about work stuff. While he isn’t managing her any longer, he’s still going to be right by her side to keep his eye on everyone. Ha!

The “Wake Me Up” rapper also talked about how she got so snatched, her kids wanting to be rappers, how Fat Joe reacted to her new deal and more. Check it below:

Also...

 

Styling @aguyandagurl Jacket @faithconnexion Tshirt @balmain Jeans @jbrandjeans Boots @louboutinworld Hair @andrecavasier Makeup @mutebeauty

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Rem stopped by "TRL" and looked HOT.

 

Waiting for my final edit of my #WakeMeUp video like... I'm sooooo ready for this visual !! #RemyMa #RemyMafia #7w6s SIDEBAR: That hair tho@andrecavasier u bodied!

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The "Wake Me Up" video should be here soon.

In other news..

So, R. Kelly left a nightclub in Hollywood recently and this happened:

Kellz ran into a fan, named Lenny Felix, and they jokingly started singing Kelly’s hit “I Believe I Can Fly.” He remixed the lyrics and accused the 27-year-old fan of being “high” from “smoking on that Percocet." What he didn’t know is that Lenny has autism. So, y’all know folks went OFF when they found out. And Kelly posted the clip on his social media.

In fact, his parents are upset and have reportedly met with an attorney. And y’all know he wouldn’t be the first one to get sued for making fun of people. Ask Waka Flocka, 50 Cent and Shaq.

The R&B crooner deleted the video off of his social media and is now responding to the situation. He said he did not know Lenny had autism and that he was a bit tipsy from drinking while at the club. He said it was all fun and games basically.

Peep the apology below:

As if he doesn't have ENOUGH issues going on around him.

Photos: Remy’s IG/@mutebeauty

KeKe Palmer's ratchet side is coming all the way out. We've got the exclusive sneak peek at tonight's episode of "Star" inside...

Now that KeKe Palmer has made her debut as diva pop star Gigi, she's pulling her co-star into her loud and loose side.  We knew it would come in handy one day. 

In tonight's episode of "Star," GiGi and Alexandra (Ryan Destiny) hit up a sexy industry pool party.  And, of course, Alex needs a lesson in letting her bougie side go for a night. 

Oh, and Luke James is naked.  You're welcome.

The new episode of "Star" airs tonight at 9p ET on Fox.

Our YBF ladies are scooping up new roles left and right. Find out which two movies Tiffany Haddish is gearing up to star in, plus which new projects Zendaya and Taraji P. Henson are working on inside…

Tiffany Haddish is turning into Black Hollywood’s sweetheart.

Right after making history hosting “Saturday Night Live,” there’s more good news for Tiffany Haddish.

The Girls Trip breakout star has landed LEAD roles in two upcoming films, The Kitchen and The Temp.

The Kitchen will be the directorial debut for Straight Outta Compton screenwriter Andrea Berloff, who will also be penning the script for The Kitchen.Michael De Luca (Fifty Shades of Gray) is producing the New Line Cinema film.

Here’s what the movie is about via Variety:

The film is based on the comic book series by Ollie Masters and Ming Doyle for Vertigo from DC Entertainment. The series has gained a cult following since debuting in 2014 to critical acclaim. The Irish mafia story is set in Hell’s Kitchen, N.Y., in the 1970s. When the FBI comes in and does a sweep of the mob, several men are arrested. Their wives end up taking over and running the business much more viciously than the men ever did.

As for her other role...

The 37-year-old entertainer will be joining forces with Will Packer for the third time on The Temp. She worked with Will on Girls Tripand she recently wrapped up filming for Packer’sNight School, alongside Kevin Hart.

Here are the deets on The Temp:

Universal acquired the original pitch for “The Temp” from Dana Fox, who will also write the female-driven comedy. Fox will produce alongside Packer who will produce through his Universal-based Will Packer Productions. Will Packer Productions’ James Lopez will also produce and Haddish will serve as executive producer. VP of production Sara Scott and creative executive Christine Sun will oversee production for Universal.

And she isn’t stopping there.

The YBF comdienne will also star and executive produce Limited Partner, which is currently in development with Paramount. Not only that, Tiffany has a book titled “The Last Black Unicorn,” set to be released on December 5th. AND! She has dates lined up for her upcoming stand-up comedy tour “She Ready” for 2018.

This glow up though! Congrats Tiffany!

Another YBF chick with a new role...

Zendaya is set to star and produce in a new film and its going bring Black Girl Magic to the big screen.

The 21-year-old actress will bring us a new film titled A White Lie, which will tell the story of the first African-American woman to graduate from Vassar College. Daya will produce the film alongside Reese Witherspoon and her Hello Sunshine partner Lauren Neustadter. Monica Beletsky will pen the script.

Variety has the details on what the historical film will be about:

The project is based on Karin Tanabe’s book “The Gilded Years,” which told the true story of Anita Hemmings, a light-skinned, African-American woman who was the descendant of slaves and passed as white so she could attend Vassar during the 1890s. She’s pulled into her elite world where she’s treated as a wealthy, educated white woman who finds romance with a moneyed Harvard student.

We know she's going to kill it.

In other Will Packer news...

Taraji P. Henson is teaming up with Will Packer again (after Think Like A Man) for a remake.

The “Empire” star will flex her comedic chops in Paramount Players’ What Men What. It’s a comedy inspired by Nancy Meyers’ romantic comedy What Women Want.

Deadline has the details:

The original starred Mel Gibson as a confident chauvinistic male who suddenly acquires the ability to hear what the women around him are really thinking. The new version follows a female sports agent (Henson) who has been constantly boxed out by her male colleagues. When she gains the power to hear men’s thoughts, she is able to shift the paradigm to her advantage as she races to sign the NBA’s next superstar.

Will Packer will be producing the remake along with Taraji and James Lopez as executive producers. It’s reported the studio is fast tracking the film and it’ll hit theaters January 11, 2019.

Get those blockbuster coins Taraji!

BONUS:

 

Here is a lost episode season of Power. I wanna thank @50cent for casting @eppsie as Ghost @breshawebb as Tasha @zulay_henao as Angela & myself as Tommy. #PowerLess #RealGs #DoinWhatIDo

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Comedian Gary Owens keeps us in tears. Peep the "lost" scene of "Power" above.

Photos: Getty

Apparently, our fave Netflix show “Chewing Gum” hasn’t been canceled and a third season will be on the horizon. We just don’t know when. Get details on the mix up, plus find out how Jesse Williams and Common are expanding their brands in the digital world inside…

Back in August, it was announced the Netflix series “Chewing Gum” had been canceled after two seasons. At the time, a rep for show creator and star Michaela Coel confirmed the news in a statement saying:

“Chewing Gum is a vibrant, hilarious, and unique comedy of which we are incredibly proud. Though there currently aren’t any plans for a 3rd series, we hope to work with the hugely talented Michaela Coel again soon.”

Well, that seems not to be the case. At least, according to Michaela Coel.

The “Chewing Gum” star took to Twitter to reveal she never told anyone that she wasn’t creating a third season and said she found out about the cancellation of the show online just like us.

Okay SO: I never spoke to anyone, (no channel no journalist) about there not being a season 3, I learned the news the same guys you did, same shock! I was offered other opportunities way before I was offered a 3rd season, I took them because I don't like being unemployed

— Michaela Coel (@MichaelaCoel) November 10, 2017

A fan reached out to Michaela and asked if a third season is coming and she said yes. However, it’s unclear when they’ll all be able to work on it as she has taken up other offers and so has her castmates.

YAS sis, but not now, my boat had sailed by the time the offer came by now half my cast will be in Hollywood swimming in some sort of environmentally unfriendly pool. It will return (but be prepared to be surprised) lol. Thank u https://t.co/ZRB2CsJUKf

— Michaela Coel (@MichaelaCoel) November 10, 2017

So yeah, its coming, we just don't know when.

In other actor news...

Actor Jesse Williams is getting his feet wet in the tech world. The “Grey’s Anatomy” star just launched his first mobile game called BLeBRiTY.

It’s like charades on epic levels of blackness. BLeBRiTY dives headlong into black pop culture trivia. With incredibly creative categories spanning generations and interests, players try to guess their card based on the hilarious clues being shouted at them.

There are over 30 curated categories filled with hilariously creative cultural touch points ranging from, '80s Babies' and 'Things Bougie Black Folks Love', to ‘HBCUs', ‘Momma Phrases' to 'Celebrities Only Black Folks Know.’

“We decided to stop waiting and start building,”Jesse said via press release. “By creating the experiences we like, we’ve tapped into our own cultural zeitgeist, which is so often the source material for pop culture at large. BLeBRiTY is an uproariously funny, creative event where everyone can play, learn and laugh their asses off! We don’t wait to be included anymore, we build and include ourselves.”

This sounds like the perfect game for the Holidays.  Y'all know games like this break up families and friendships too.

Another YBFer dipping in the tech world...

Common is taking his storytelling skills from songs to digital comics.

According to Deadline, the Chi-town rapper is teaming up with digital comics publisher LINE Webtoon to portray the title character in digital comic book series titled, “Caster.” Yep, he's scoring the series.

The digital comic revolves around “a globe-trotting antiquities dealer whose search for his next payday leads him into a world of international espionage.”

“It’s different than Indiana Jones,” Common said about the new series. “What drew me to him — it’s something about his taste and (his knowledge of) antiquities. It’s very unique.”

“Caster” is set to be released next year. We’re interested in seeing how Common brings this digital character alive.

BONUS:

 

#TBT last night at the @naturbanleague Equal Opportunity Dinner. Congrats to my sister @angelarye for being the recipient of the #EOD2017 Leadership Award!

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Common pulled up at last night's National Urban League Equality Dinner last night with his girlfriend Angela Rye and Charlamagne Tha God:

Photos: Netflix/BLeBrity's IG/Jason Masters and Sebastian Cheng

The three suspended UCLA players held a press conference yesterday where they issued apologies for shoplifting and thanked Donald Trump for stepping in…after 45 begged for it. Go inside to see their press conference, and find out what LiAngelo Ball’s dad LaVar Ball had to say about the shoplifting scandal inside…

The three UCLA players who were detained in China for shoplifting are now speaking out about the scandal. In a press conference held yesterday (November 15th), LiAngelo Ball, Jalen Hill and Cody Riley admitted to stealing and issued sincere apologies for it.

Before the conference, it was announced that all three players have been suspended indefinitely, adding they will not travel or suit up for home games.

“I’d like to start off by saying sorry for stealing from the stores in China. I didn’t exercise my best judgment and I was wrong for that,” LiAngelo said during the conference. He said he’s a young man, but it doesn’t excuse his “stupid decision.” He said this incident doesn’t define who he is and his family raised him better than that.

Jalen and Cody also issued apologies to everyone they hurt for their “stupid” decisions. All three thanked Donald Trump for stepping in and helping to bring them home.

Check out the press conference below:

Oh, and 45 wanted EVERYONE to know he had something to do with bringing them home. He tweeted he wanted an apology from the UCLA basketball players for stepping in. Peep thos tweets HERE.

After the conference, 45 hopped on Twitter to tell the college basketball players that they are welcome and urged them to thank President Xi Jinping of China. Peep the tweets:

To the three UCLA basketball players I say: You're welcome, go out and give a big Thank You to President Xi Jinping of China who made.....

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 16, 2017

....your release possible and, HAVE A GREAT LIFE! Be careful, there are many pitfalls on the long and winding road of life!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 16, 2017

Ugh.

LiAngelo's dad, LaVar Bell, has remained mum about his son's shoplifting scandal up until now:

Photogs caught up with the Big Baller Brand honcho after he touched down at LAX with his youngest son, LaMelo Ball. When asked if he had a message for Trump, LaVar plugged his Big Baller Brand. He then said he believes everything will be fine. When asked if he would meet with Trump to say Thank You, he responded, "We're gonna run into each other. We'll be good."

Oh.  Peep the clip above.

By the way, if Trump truly did this out of the goodness of his heart and US-China relations, hopefully he can help Detroit football player Wendell Brown who has been jailed in China for the last 14 months after defending himself from perceived attacks. 

EXTRAS:

1. Cowboys baller Ezekiel Elliott has withdrawn his appeal and will serve his full 6-game suspension. STORY

Photos: Reuters

In celebrity kid news, Sofia Richie jets to London after dishing about her relationship with boyfriend Scott Disick alongside her dad Lionel Richie. Meanwhile, Diddy and his son Christian Combs are heating up VOGUE. Get it all inside…

Sofia Richie is still in a relationship with her much older boyfriend Scott Disick, in case you were wondering. And even when they’re not around each other, Lionel Richie’s daughter is repping for her man any chance she gets.

The 19-year-old was spotted leaving C London restaurant with her friend Lottie Moss this week, sans her boyfriend. But, he wasn’t far behind. She rocked a cellphone case that featured Scott’s face on it with the words “Lord Disick bitch” printed on it. Check it out here.

Last week, Sofia joined her father Lionel Richie on the red carpet at the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's Patron of the Artists Awards in Beverly Hills. While on the carpet together, the daddy-daughter duo was asked about Sofia’s relationship with her 34-year-old boyfriend.

"He's good. He's been very nice. He's been very cool. He's very supportive, whatever that means," Richie told E! News as her father made a hand gesture that looked like a gun pointing at his head.

Bloop!

"I am into her business, and she's trying to keep me out of her business," Lionel said during the interview. "The fact is, I don't know, how can you sneak when everything is on Instagram?"

"Well, I'm not hiding anything from you," Sofia responded.

Peep their exchange below:

This isn't the first time Lionel spoke out about his daughter's public relationship. Last month, he told reporters he's "scared to death" of their new coupledom.  Hell, so are we.

Speaking of celeb kids...

Like father, like son.

Christian Combs is a spitting image of his father Sean “Diddy” Combs. And they’re serving up family vibes in VOGUE magazine’s December 2017 issue.

In their piece, both father and son (who’s shirtless) dish on their love for diamonds and jewelry.

Sean “Diddy” Combs, who studied the jewelry collections of celebrities and royals and worked with Jacob the Jeweler and Lorraine Schwartz on his own custom pieces, further mythologizing this most mythic of stones. Lately, though, Combs has come around to see the power of modern, more restrained jewelry and gems. “They can be very minimalistic and sophisticated,” said Combs, a slight string of sparkling stones around his neck and a single pavé pinky ring on his finger. “Now it’s an accent instead of the whole story.”

The impresario is imparting this wisdom to his son, Christian, nineteen. “I love the shine it gave my body and skin,” says the younger Combs. “But I really want a Rolex—fully iced.”

Gotta love it.

Photos: Pacific Coast News/Backgrid/Annie Leibovitz via VOGUE

Kofi Siriboe just keeps getting sexier. Peep the hottie’s ESSENCE magazine cover, plus find out which of your rap faves made Forbes’ 30 Under 30 List inside...

Just when you think Kofi Siriboe couldn’t get any sexier, he does.  Lawdt.

The “Queen Sugar” actor graces the cover of ESSENCE magazine’s Dec 2017/Jan 2018 issue. And he looks hot as ever.

Inside, the 23-year-old star opens up about how he’s connecting with his African roots in a way he never has before.

"I didn't always understand the roots that are woven into my name, but that realization is happening now,” he said.

 

Snack anyone? #KofiSiriboe for #Essence Magazine. [@michaelrowephoto]

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In fact, Kofi isn’t his full first name and when he was younger, he asked his teacher not to call him his full name in fear of the other children making fun of him.

"In first grade I was asked 'What's your favorite food?' I said, 'Fufu,' and everybody laughed. I also remember asking my teacher not to say my full name, Nana-Kofi [Nana means 'son of kings']. Last year I went to Kumasi, in Ghana, for the first time and met the king, whose real name is Nana."

YAS, King Kofi.

By the way:

 

‪made forbes list, errything lookin’ gorgeous. preciate the love, @forbes. #30under30‬

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He's also raking in the accolades with a spot on the FORBES 30 under 30 list.

Congresswoman Maxine Waters also copped a cover for the Jan 2017 /Dec 2018 issue:

 

@repmaxinewaters is reclaiming OUR time with her continued fight for our people. We're talking getting our small businesses access to capital, speaking truth to power, and pushing through the critical midterm elections. May her reign as "the nation's congresswoman" never end. Get your copy Nov. 17th. Can't wait to get your hands on the new issue? #IssaEssenceSlay (: @michaelrowephoto) Hair by: @johnnywright220

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In other news...

Forbes has dropped their 30 Under 30 List, featuring several YBF celebrities nabbing spots in several different groups. We’ve got rappers, actors, entrepreneurs, professional athletes and more taking over for the youngins.

K.Dot made the cover.  Here are a few of the YBFers who made it on the Forbes list:

Cardi B

Ayesha Curry

Playboi Carti

Khalid

Lil Uzi Vert

Zoe Kravitz

Migos

SZA

Young Thug

Young MA

Amandla Stenberg

Julio Jones

H.E.R.

Jourdan Dunn

Kawhi Leonard

Anthony Davis

Jermaine Fowler

“For the past seven years, the Forbes 30 Under 30 list has emerged as the way that the world discovers the next generation of entrepreneurs and game-changers,” said Randall Lane, Editor of Forbes Magazine and creator of the Forbes Under 30 franchise.“This is the ultimate club: the people that will reinvent every field over the next century."

Take a peek through each category here.

Photos: ESSENCE/Cardi's IG

Throw on your Fendi and Versace and get fly AF with besties Remy Ma and Lil Kim as they tell the world "Wake Me Up."  Plus, we're about to get to see what the Holidays are like in the Mackie house because Remy and hubby Papoose have a new reality special...

Before we get Remy Ma's upcoming album 7 Winters & 6 Summers, which is set for an early 2018 release, we get the visuals from her first track "Wake Me Up." 

Directed by Eif Rivera and filmed on location in the Bronx, Remy and Kim are on their heist and mob ish.  The twosome is tearing through town in a luxury vehicle, dressed & flexing, of course, and doing what they do best. Check out the video above.

In addition to her new album on the way and her new clothing store Conceited in Charlotte that she and Pap just opened, the #blacklove having couple is getting their own VH1 spinoff.

The "Love & Hip Hop: New York" duo is putting their home life on display in “Remy & Papoose: A Merry Mackie Holiday.” The one-hour special invites viewers to kick off the holiday season with Rem & Pap as they prepare the ultimate holiday party for their friends and family in North Carolina.

VH1 says about the special:

The holiday season is very important to the Mackie family and with their wedding anniversary right around the corner, Remy views this party as an opportunity to unify her blended family and turn their North Carolina house into a home. When the couple realizes the house is nowhere near ready for a party, pulling off the ultimate holiday celebration in 72 hours may be harder than they thought. Eager to embrace new traditions, Papoose is determined not to let unexpected mishaps get in the way of his family’s holiday spirit. With dozens of friends and family expected to attend, including one of Remy’s closest friends rapper Fat Joe, will everything come together in time?

The Mackies are co-executive producers while Mona Scott Young serves as Executive Producer.  The special premieres Monday, December 18th at 9PM ET/PT.  You watching?

Issa wedding! Serena Williams wed her man and baby's father Alexis Ohanian Thursday night in New Orleans, and all their celeb friends and fam were front and center for the big day.  Get all the deets and pics inside...

Serena Williams turned New Orleans out this week for her million dollar wedding!  Thursday night, her besties LaLa Anthony, Ciara and Kelly Rowland were spotted arriving in a private car to the Contemporary Arts Center for the Beauty and the Beast themed nuptials.  Y'all know Serena loves a themed party.

The ladies were extra dolled up for the night, including Eva Longoria (with husband Jose Batson) who was also at Serena's 50's themed baby shower:

Looks like everybody went for an over the top glam look to fit the theme.  Hot couple Nicole Ari Parker and Boris Kodjoe arrived looking like a wedding cake topper.

Broadway star Cynthia Erivo arrived in a stunning black gown.

Model Selita Ebanks floated in with a colorful frock.

Khadijah and Malika Haqq were spotted hopping off a private plane at the New Orleans airport with Kim Kardashian (not pictured) earlier in the day. 

And so were Beyonce, Blue Ivy, Tina Knowles and Richard Lawson.   Jay Z had a show in Charlotte, so very likely missed the festivities.

Serena's turning the Big Easy into a full on Hollywood production.  There's gospel singers, three New Orleans brass bands, tons of Cafe du Monde beignets, food, flowers, cocktails and more surrounding the wedding.  New Edition was also spotted arriving, and they're reportedly scheduled to perform a 5-song set at the reception.

Wednesday night, Serena shut down Emeril Lagasse's new restaurant Meril for her big rehearsal dinner.  We hear she paid for what they would have made in one night, plus the cost of her private party.  And Emeril himself was on site to make sure everything ran perfectly.

Serena was spotted making her way from her $1.6M rented home to the dinner in her custom silver, sparkly Versace gown and yes....wedge Nike sneakers.  You can take the girl off the court but...

Pretty.

Serena had everyone's phone (except her own) locked up as she transported guests to the rehearsal dinner.  We hear she's got an exclusive deal with VOGUE to run photos from her big wedding week, which explains why Anna Wintour herself was also spotted at the wedding.

Serena's sister Lyndrea broke the rules Wednesday night and posted up a pic from inside the reharsal dinner.

The bride's bestie Caroline Wozniacki (with her fiance) and more celebs were also on hand for the festvities.

One person who likely isn't there:

 

@serenawilliams I send you all my positive feelings for that very special day. I wish you a very happy wedding, a fantastic party and a full life of happiness with @alexisohanian

A post shared by PATRICKMOURATOGLOU (@patrickmouratoglou) on Nov 16, 2017 at 2:42pm PST

Serena's coach and ex-boyfriend Patrick Mouratoglou.  He did send his best wishes to the newlyweds though.

Photos: Backgrid/Splash

Jennifer Hudson and David Otunga have officially called it quits, but the split is FAR more dramatic than expected.  Deets inside...

After 10 years together, "The Voice" judge Jennifer Hudson and former WWE star David Otunga have called off their engagement and split.  J-Hud made the announcement late last night via her rep, saying that she has filed for an order of protection against David.  The reason: To protect their 8-year-old son David Jr.

The statement given to People reads:

“They have been in the process of ending their relationship for a number of months.  Today, Jennifer requested and received a protective order against her ex-fiancé. Jennifer’s actions are solely taken in the best interest of their son.”

Of course, a protective order makes folks think some type of abuse went down.  And the rumor mill has been turning ever since.

David then put out his own statement (via his lawyer Tracy M. Rizzo) a few hours later to clear his name:

“Mr. Otunga has never abused or harassed Ms. Hudson or their son, and it is unfortunate, especially in today’s climate, that she would feel the need to make these false allegations against him. Mr. Otunga looks forward to his day in court and in being awarded the residential care of the parties’ only child.”

So, somebody's lying (or exaggerating).  But this split doesn't seem like it will end amicably.

David's lawyer went into detail abt Jennifer's protective order, claiming it was a preemptive strike to prevent David from getting primary custody:

“David Otunga has been trying to negotiate the terms of an amicable parenting agreement with Ms. Hudson for several weeks now,” the statement read.

“However, when it became apparent to Ms. Hudson that Mr. Otunga would be the parent granted residential care of the child, as a result of Mr. Otunga being the child’s primary caregiver while Ms. Hudson pursues her career all over the world, Ms. Hudson decided to file a meritless Petition for Order of Protection in an effort to gain an unfair advantage in the custody dispute.”

The statement also claims Jennifer is purposely playing the victim in order to save face:

“As a result of Mr. Otunga’s career in the WWE, Ms. Hudson felt that she could give an award winning performance in court to portray herself as the victim. Mr. Otunga has never abused or harassed Ms. Hudson or their son, and it is unfortunate, especially in today’s climate, that she would feel the need to make these false allegations against him. Mr. Otunga looks forward to his day in court and in being awarded the residential care of the parties’ only child.”

Wow.

37-year-old David proposed to 36-year-old Jennifer back in September 2008 after a year of dating.  The Oscar winner has been mum about wedding plans, other than giving the standard "I'm still picking out dresses" answer.

Now we know why....

Photos: Getty

Awards season is amongst us and several of our YBFers are kicking it off in style....with InStyle. See flicks of Issa Rae, Yvonne Orji, Mary J. Blige, Serayah and more…

YBF celebs are on the scene to kick off awards season.

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association and InStyle hosted a party to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of The Golden Globe Awards at Catch LA recently.

“Insecure” star and creator Issa Rae is busy with her writers banging out season 3. But, she found time out of her schedule to show her face at the gala for some fun. The 32-year-old Golden Globe nominated actress rocked a blush and red turtle neck tank and maxi skirt combo by Brandon Maxwell, styled by Jason Rembert.

Issa's co-star and friend Yvonne Orji, who was also nominated for a Golden Globe last year, slayed in a PHUONG MY dress paired with Stuart Weitzman heels and a Rebecca Minkoff clutch. We can't wait to see what type of ish her character Molly is going to get into in the 3rd season. 

Mary J. Blige, who graces the newest cover of The Hollywood Reporter, has been hot on the scene, scooping up awards for her role in Mudbound. The Queen of Hip Hop Soul posed it up in a Bibhu Mohapatra frock straight off the runway.

"Empire" actress/singer Serayah worked this plunging VATANIKA shirt dress serving up major leg action.

Belle of the ball! 

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's IMG model daughter Simone Garcia Johnson had plenty to celebrate at the party as she has been selected as the 2018 Golden Globe Ambassador (formerly known as Miss Golden Globe) for the awards show.

Her father hopped on social media to show his excitement:

 

We’re extremely proud and thankful for this moment. Congratulations to our daughter @simonegjohnson on being selected as the very first #GoldenGlobes AMBASSADOR. Thank you to our friends and colleagues of the #HFPA for recognizing her value and voice. An amazing and cool honor to rep our community and the #Globes75. So much alofa and pride Xo D, @laurenhashianofficial @danygarciaco @daverienzi

A post shared by therock (@therock) on Nov 16, 2017 at 2:36am PST

Congrats!

Lady in red!

How gorgeous did Golden Globe winner winner Octavia Spencer look in this Tadashi Shoji dress? Love the shoes as well.

“This Is Us” actress Susan Kelechi Watson served up LBD realness. The pink pumps and matching clutch were the perfect pop of color.

"The Mayor" actress Yvette Nicole Brown is looking snatched. We see you.

"Being Mary Jane" star Chiké Okonkwo kept it dapper in a suit on the carpet.

Mudbound director Dee Rees popped up at the event for some fun.

"The Walking Dead" actress Sonequa Martin-Green came out to party in an Off White belted look. By the way, she's starring on the upcoming "Star Trek: Discovery" series which premieres January 7th. And she made history as the first black female lead. Woot! 

We'll be seeing Simone on stage passing out awards during the Golden Globes Awards ceremony set to go down January 7, 2018. 

Golden Globe winner Lena Waithe ran into "Queen Sugar" star Dawn-Lyen Garnder, looking pretty in all white.

And just because she can...werk Yvonne!

Stay locked to TheYBF.com on January 7th for the YBF rundown at the 2018 Golden Globe Awards.

Photos: Getty/Lena's IG/Yvonne's IG

Looks like former couple The Weeknd and Selena Gomez want those old flames back. Get the latest on The Weeknd hooking up with his ex-girlfriend Bella Hadid and Selena Gomez kissing her ex-boyfriend Justin Bieber inside…

After splitting with Selena Gomez at the end of October, The Weeknd may be trying to get back with his ex-girlfriend Bella Hadid. The R&B crooner and model dated for a year and a half before breaking up in 2016. Following their relationship, Weeknd jumped into a situation with Selena. They broke up after Selena spent an entire weekend with her ex-Justin Bieber. Now that its over, he wants that old thing back.

Photogs caught the Canadian singer leaving Bella’s NYC apartment on Tuesday night. Mmhmm… See the pic here.

Sources close to the couple tell E! News that The Weeknd and Bella are back hanging out again, but they aren’t officially a couple. Yet.

"Bella and Abel have been in contact since Abel and Selena split, but they are not back together," a source spilled." Abel reached out to Bella asking to hang out and catch up, and she decided to see him and see where things go. She knows that if they don't date again, they can at least be good friends."

Maybe they'll give it another go.

Meanwhile...

Looks like that weekend they spent together rekindled an old flame.

Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber, who dated on-and-off from 2010-2015, were spotted kissing during Bieber’s weekly hockey game held at the Los Angeles Valley Ice Center in Ventura, California. This isn’t the first time Selena has been spotted at his games. Earlier this month, she was seen cheering him on in the stands.

| Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez at a hockey ring in Los Angeles last night pic.twitter.com/ajCtk8zB2k

— Selena Gomez Source (@GomezSource) November 16, 2017

Oh yeah, Selena unfollowed The Weeknd on Instagram, pulling one of his moves.

Folks in Bieber's camp are spilling tea about their reunion.

“Justin is still very happy. They have had quiet date nights at home and outings to local, low-key sports,” a friend of Bieber’s tells PEOPLE. “They are still catching up and just enjoying hanging out. They have learned from past mistakes and are not putting any pressure on each other. Things are much different and more mature.”

The two have had their ups and downs in the past, but it appears they’re looking to work past all of that.

Is it too late now to say sorry? Clearly not....

Photos: Splash/Pacific Coast News

After Jennifer Hudson accused her now ex-fiance of getting physically aggressive with her and their son in a pattern of bad behavior, a now kicked out David Otunga is striking back with cheating allegations.  Get it all inside...

This split is getting messier by the minute! Not only are abuse accuations flying, but so are cheating accusations.  And we can't say any of it is all that farfetched.

In the wake of Jennifer Hudson announcing she and her fiance of 9 long years, David Otunga, have split, all types of ish is coming to the surface.

Jen accused David of getting aggressive and says it's escalated over time.  She filed for an order of protection against him, which led to cops coming to their Chicago home last night.  He was told to pack his ish and leave.

Jennifer says a couple night ago. David was trying to reach her while she was in the studio.  When she didn't anser, he had their 8-year-old son video record the scene since he was there as well, allegedly in hopes of catching Jennifer in the cheating act with one of her producers.  Chile....he went and dragged the baby into this mess.

Word has it that David has been accusing Jennifer of having an affair with Christian turned secular artist Mali Music. 

The twosome were spotted backstage together during the Cincinnati Music Festival in the summer of 2015 (above).

According to reports, Jenny denies any cheating, but David hasn't let it go: 

Hudson denies having any relationship with the producer, but Otunga believes Hudson and Mali Music were having a secret affair for months before the confrontation.

We're told Jennifer and Mali Music met a few years ago, when she hired him to perform at a party. They became friends and we're told they have been in the studio together a number of times. She told Charlamagne Tha God back in 2014, "My favorite artist is Mali Music. See, y'all don't even know who he is. Y'all gotta look up Mali Music, trust me."

A mess!

Mali is keeping mum for now. 

Here's a couple videos of him and JHud dueting and getting all cutesy and ish over the past few years:

Hmph.

By the way, David has reportedly dropped out of his upcoming WWE commentating gig for the pay-per-view "Survivor Series," all due to this split drama.

Photo: Getty/IG

Serena Williams turned all the way up at her wedding reception last night.  And despite it being a no-phone zone, footage leaked anyway.  See it all inside, plus deets on her two wedding dresses...

When in New Orleans...Juvenile is a must.

Serena Williams was in bridal heaven at her reception last night, dancing to "Back That A** Up," the "Cupid Shuffle," "Rake It Up" and more with her big sis Venus Williams and wedding guests (including Beyonce, Kim K., LaLa Anthony, Ciara and Kelly Rowland).  Y'all know Serena loves a ratchet bop.

The tennis champ changed into a short white Versace cocktail dress after her and new hubby Alexis Ohanian's wedding ceremony.  It was described as a "really fun party dress." The dress was covered in feathers and beading. Reportedly, the skirt of the dress could come off and make the whole dress shorter—giving the athlete three looks.

Serena's ceremony dress: A strapless custom ballgown by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, topped with a sheer, sparkly cape.

Brides magazine Executive Director Lisa Gooderrevealed Serena "wore a classic veil down the aisle and kept her makeup dewy and simple. As for her hair, she donned a "simple" and "classic" style."

The new mom was also drenched in $3.5M worth of jewelry on her big day.

Her bridesmaids (including Venus of course) all wore convertible dresses - which could be made shorter for the reception - by Galia Lahav in different shades of cream, white and off-white.  Sweet!

We can't wait to see the pics from this wedding bash!  They will reportedly run in upcoming coverage from VOGUE magazine.

 

#flashbackfriday to an unforgettable weekend with my ladies. Love you all. Thank you @legaseany @moxytimessquare @baccarathotels

A post shared by Serena Williams (@serenawilliams) on Nov 17, 2017 at 11:58am PST

Photos: Getty/IG

Meek Mill has just been granted a new bail hearing following Jay Z’s new op-ed piece on the injustices plaguing the justice system. Get it all inside…

Following Meek Mill being sentenced to two to four years in prison for violating his probation, the judge presiding over his case has granted him a new bail hearing, 11 days after he was sentenced to prison. The date is set for November 27th.

BREAKING: Just spoke to #MeekMill attorney. He will have a new bail hearing on November 27 in Philly. This will be in front of Judge Brinkley. @CBSPhillypic.twitter.com/EFt1PHWJPE

— David Spunt (@DavidSpuntCBS3) November 17, 2017

Judge Genece Brinkley is now being investigated by the FBI. It’s reported the judge is being investigated for her conduct in and out of the courtroom.

Brian McMonagle, Meek’s attorney, claims Judge Brinkley suggested Meek should record a version of Boyz II Men’s song “On Bended Knee” and to mention her name in it. When the MMG rapper declined, it’s reported she replied, “suit yourself.”

It's important to note though, Judge Brinkley, a graduate of Spelman College, has also reportedly offered numerous opportunities to Meek mill for him to turn over a new leaf.  From community service opportunities (some of which he reportedly did not fully participate in) to several slaps on the wrist after probation violations.

Once news broke that the Philly rapper would be heading back to jail, several celebrities took to social media to express their outrage. One of them being Jay Z.

After reacting in a Facebook message, Hov was inspired to write a full op-ed piece in the NY Times talking about how the justice system stalks black people like Meek on a daily. He talked about how Meek was 19 when he was convicted on drug and gun possession charges and how he has spent his entire adult life on probation. Meek is 30-years-old and still paying for a crime he committed when he was a teenager, even after serving 8-months in jail for it.

“What’s happening to Meek Mill is just one example of how our criminal justice system entraps and harasses hundreds of thousands of black people every day,” Jay Z wrote. “I saw this up close when I was growing up in Brooklyn during the 1970s and 1980s. Instead of a second chance, probation ends up being a land mine, with a random misstep bringing consequences greater than the crime. A person on probation can end up in jail over a technical violation like missing a curfew.”

“In Pennsylvania, hundreds of thousands of people are on probation or parole. About half of the people in city jails in Philadelphia are there for probation or parole violations. We could literally shut down jails if we treated people on parole or probation more fairly.”

“And that’s what we need to fight for in Philadelphia and across the country. The racial-justice organization Color of Change is working with people in Philadelphia to pressure the courts there and make that vision a reality. Probation is a trap and we must fight for Meek and everyone else unjustly sent to prison.”

Read his full op-ed piece here.

He also spoke out on stage during one of his recent 4:44 tour stops:

Do you agree with Hov?

LeBron James surely does.

Photos: AP/Getty/CBS Philly

It's official! Serena Williams, Alexis Ohanian and baby Alexis Olympia are all one big happy family with a marriage certificate to back it up.  And a plethora of stunning pics from their fairytale themed nuptials.

We've got the first official pics inside...

As predicted, VOGUE magazine had exclusive rights to the fabulous Beauty & The Beast themed wedding photos that will definitely serve as Serena & Alexis' new family portraits.

The tennis champ & her tech-business prince welcomed their guests (with the actual "Be Our Guest" Disney song playing) into their New Orleans wedding at the Contemporary Arts Center last night.  Because Serena loves a theme, they went ALL out for the reported $1M wedding.

Certified boss babe Serena traded in her Nikes (well, at least for the ceremony) and tennis outfit for a custom Sarah Barton for Alexander McQueen wedding gown, topped off with a custom sparkly cape.

The new mom met her prince at the end of the aisle in what looked like an open carriage (like in the Disney movie):

Alexis said to his new wife in his vows:

“You are the greatest of all time, not just in sport. I’m talking about as a mother, and as a wife. I am so excited to write so many more chapters of our fairy tale together.”

Well isn't that sweet!

By the way, their first dance was to “Tale As Old As Time.”

Serena's whole crew was in tow - Kim Kardashian, Kelly Rowland and husband Tim, Beyoncé, Cynthia Erivo, Angie Beyince, Lala Anthony and Ciara.

And, of course, Anna Wintour was front and center for the ceremony.  Chick is going to make sure these photos turn out to perfection.

Serena had her big sis Venus Williams and mom Oracene draped in custom Galia Lahav gowns as part of her bridal party.  And, of course, little Olympia had her own custom made dress and booties.  So cute!

There were tens of food stations representing all types of countries and food, a Gatorade "recovery" bar, donut stations and more.  But Alexis kept one surprise from his wife.  And her reaction was priceless:

A big ass carousel.  Because, why not.  We all know Serena is the biggest kid at heart,

Beyoncé snapped it up on the carousel of course and at her tennis-title themed table (each table was named after Serena's grand slam wins).

And New Edition killed the reception.

After the reception, the bridesmaids posed for formal portraits with the mother of the bride, Serena, and baby Olympia.  Val Vogt, Justus Bobbitt, Lyndrea Price, Oracene Price, Olympia, Venus Williams, Isha Price, and Diondra Thornton were all by Serena's side.

We've got tons more pics in the gallery below, including close ups of Serena's dress, Olympia's dress, the fab Preston Bailey-touched decor and more.

Congrats to the Ohanians!

Photos: Mel Barlow and co. and Allan Zepeda for VOGUE/Bob Metelus and Erica Rodriguez

Swizz Beatz just copped his business degree from Harvard. And his wife Alicia Keys was right by his side. Peep pics of Swizz on his big day, plus deets on Rev. Jesse Jackson being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease inside…

Major congrats are in order for Swizz Beatz!

After three years, the producer received his degree from Harvard Business School, scoop up a certificate from the Owner/President Management Program.

The 39-year-old was overjoyed over his big accomplishment and his wife Alicia Keys was there right by his side to celebrate. “When your hubby graduates from Harvard Business School and you can’t stop looking at him in amazement!!!!!!,” Alicia gushed.

Swizz shared a video where he’s walking across the stage to receive his degree, captioning,“Blessings on Blessings I'm in the inspiration business #harvard #opm50 #fromthebronxtoharvard ...it's been a great 3yrs #HBS”

 

A post shared by therealswizzz (@therealswizzz) on Nov 16, 2017 at 9:17am PST

On his higher education journey, Swizz has kept his fans up to date on his studies at the Ivy League school, encouraging his fans that if he can do it, they can do it.

When Swizz first enrolled, he opened up about why he decided to go back to school:

“I just felt like you got to keep graduating your brand. A lot of people get complacent with their success and things that they have done before and I just wasn’t comfortable with that because I started transitioning from being a producer to being a business owner. And I would be in theses rooms and no matter how big the deal is or how good it is people would still look at me like ‘oh, he’s the rapper guy,’ ‘he’s the rapper friend.’ I was like we all in this meeting because of what I’m bringing to the table. Being that I really didn’t have those credentials to go with those different things, I didn’t feel I was getting the respect I deserved so I said you know what, let me go sharpen my pencil a lil bit. Really walk back in these rooms a different person and a different man. And really invest that time into myself.”

Major congrats Swizz!

Earlier this week...

Alicia Keys was spotted trekking through NYC with her adorable sons Kasseem Dean Jr. (whom Swizz shares with Mashonda) and Egypt Dean. Cute.

In unfortunate news...

In very sad news, Rev. Jesse Jackson has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The 76-year-old civil rights leader made the announcement to his supporters in an open letter.

MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT to my friends and supporters on my health and the future. pic.twitter.com/JkuDNpxkix

— Rev Jesse Jackson Sr (@RevJJackson) November 17, 2017

"For me, a Parkinson's diagnosis is not a stop sign but rather a signal that I must make lifestyle changes and dedicate myself to physical therapy in hopes of slowing the disease’s progression," Rev. Jackson wrote in a letter.

Jesse’s father also suffered from the disease.

"My family and I began to notice changes about three years ago. After a battery of tests, my physicians identified the issue as Parkinson's disease, a disease that bested my father."

Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement, often including tremors. He has been seeking outpatient treatment since 2015.  Boxing legend Muhammad Ali also suffered from Parkinson’s.

Prayers up for Rev. Jackson!

Photos: Backgrid/Getty/Swizz’s IG/@cole_cook/@gradyspivey