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Express Tribune
26-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Attorney Joe Tacopina reveals Jay-Z and Diddy's strained relationship
High-profile attorney Joe Tacopina has revealed that Jay-Z and Diddy are not as close as the public might think. During a recent appearance on The Breakfast Club, Tacopina discussed why he declined to represent Diddy amid the Bad Boy founder's federal indictment on sex trafficking and racketeering charges. Tacopina, who recently defended A$AP Rocky, cited his strong ties with Roc Nation as a key reason for turning down the case. 'I represent Roc Nation. I'm very close with Jay and Desiree Perez… that's family to me,' he explained. The lawyer also suggested that Jay-Z and Diddy's relationship is more distant than many assume. 'They don't see eye to eye,' Tacopina stated, adding that while the two have been pictured together at events, their connection has been overstated. Tacopina also criticized Diddy's legal team for making public statements that later backfired, referencing an incident where they falsely claimed Costco sold baby lotion in bulk. 'No one buys 1,000 bottles of baby lotion,' he said, noting that Costco later denied ever selling the product. Diddy faces serious legal troubles, and his lack of support from some of hip-hop's biggest names, including Jay-Z, may further complicate his battle.
FACT
17-02-2025
- Entertainment
- FACT
MDLBeast is bringing a 1001 Arabian Nights music festival to Riyadh
MDLBeast has been turning up the volume in Saudi Arabia. The group has organised music festivals across the country. Now, it is bringing a 1001 Arabian Nights Music Festival music festival to Riyadh, and it will run from 24 to 25 April. 1001 Arabian Nights Music Festival pitches itself as a one-of-a-kind music festival in the heart of the desert. Drawing inspiration from the Middle Eastern folktale One Thousand and One Nights, the event aims to bring together music and stories. The tagline states: 'Lose yourself in the fantasy, find yourself in the music'. The line-up for the 1001 Arabian Nights Music Festival in Riyadh has not yet been announced. However, if previous MDLBeast events are anything to by, revellers are in for a treat. MDLBeast is behind the epic event, MDLBeast Soundstorm, which is the biggest music festival in the region featuring over 200 artists. The annual event has brought together local as well as international performers. Previous lineups have included A$AP Rocky, Camila Cabello, David Guetta, Eminem, Linkin Park, Martin Garrix, Muse, The Roots and Thirty Seconds To Mars. MDLBeast Soundstorm 2025 has been announced. The event runs from 11 to 13 December, and the festival's official Instagram account shared a post with the caption: 'Thought that was game over? SOUNDSTORM 2025 unlocked.' Plus, XP Music Futures, which brings together talks and workshops from industry influencers, will also return. 1,001 Arabian Nights Music Festival in Riyadh is open from 4pm to 4am, and the last entry is at 2am. Tickets are available now and selling out fast. General admission tickets start from SAR 249. VIB tickets start from SAR 799. Check in with FACT for the best things to do in Riyadh. GO: Visit for more information.
Express Tribune
11-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Drake's Dating History: Serena Williams, SZA, Rihanna & More
While the 2025 Super Bowl was all about the showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, Kendrick Lamar's halftime performance brought a different kind of drama. Lamar, who has been feuding with Drake for months, used his time in the spotlight to throw shade at the 'Hotline Bling' rapper. During his performance of the Grammy-winning diss track 'Not Like Us,' Lamar rapped, 'Say, Drake, I hear you like 'em young,' while sporting a diamond 'a' chain, a potential reference to the controversial line in the song. Despite the backlash from fans, Drake has firmly denied the allegation of being involved with underage women. However, the real drama came from Lamar's guests: SZA and Serena Williams, both of whom have been romantically linked to Drake in the past. SZA has collaborated with Lamar on multiple tracks, including 'All the Stars' from the Black Panther soundtrack, and is set to tour with him this year. Serena Williams, the tennis legend, has also sparked romance rumors with Drake, and their connection has been referenced in Drake's music. Their appearances at the Super Bowl added another layer to the ongoing drama between Lamar and Drake. But Drake's dating history doesn't end there. The rapper's star-studded love life has seen him linked to some of the most famous women in the entertainment industry, including Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, and Tyra Banks. SZA SZA and Drake's relationship has been an open topic for years. In 2020, Drake revealed in his song 'Mr. Right Now' that he once dated SZA, though she later clarified that their romance took place in 2009, not 2008, and emphasized that it was 'completely innocent'. The two artists have since remained on good terms, with SZA stating that there was no awkwardness between them. Their collaborations, including 'Slime You Out' and 'Rich Baby Daddy,' have only further fueled interest in their past relationship. Rihanna Drake and Rihanna's connection has been a public affair for years. The two have been spotted together in 2016, and Drake famously declared his love for her at the MTV VMAs, calling her 'someone I've been in love with since I was 22'. However, their relationship never fully materialized, and they eventually parted ways, though their chemistry is still present in their music, including hits like 'Work' and 'Take Care.' Since then, Rihanna has found happiness with A$AP Rocky, while Drake's track 'Fear of Heights' seemingly took a jab at the relationship. Jennifer Lopez In 2016, romance rumors swirled around Drake and Jennifer Lopez after they were seen cozying up together at her Las Vegas residency. Drake even gifted her a $100,000 diamond necklace, but their romance didn't last, and Lopez later rekindled her relationship with Alex Rodriguez. In his album More Life , Drake referenced his time with Lopez in the tracks 'Free Smoke' and 'Teenage Fever,' which featured samples of her song 'If You Had My Love.' Serena Williams Though their romance was never fully confirmed, Drake and Serena Williams sparked rumors back in 2011 when Drake was spotted at her events and referenced her in his songs, including 'Worst Behavior' and 'Back to Back,' the latter of which was inspired by his time with Serena. The two have continued to maintain a cordial relationship, with Drake admitting that Serena inspired him to finish his Meek Mill diss track. Serena, meanwhile, married Alexis Ohanian in 2017 and the couple shares a daughter, Olympia. Sophie Brussaux Sophie Brussaux, the mother of Drake's son, Adonis, has kept a low profile in the public eye. The couple's relationship was first confirmed by Drake in his 2018 album Scorpion , where he also addressed fatherhood. They have co-parented Adonis, who celebrated his 7th birthday in 2024, but Drake and Sophie's romantic involvement remains a private matter. Julia Fox Julia Fox briefly sparked dating rumors with Drake in 2022, and while she initially denied that they were an item, she later revealed that they had shared a luxurious private jet date during their time together. Fox, who also dated Kanye West in 2022, has spoken openly about her relationship with Drake, calling him a 'great guy' and a 'gentleman' but insisted that their connection was never serious. As Drake's dating life continues to attract attention, the rapper has been open about his focus on his career over the past few years. On a 2023 podcast, he shared, 'I don't think I can offer somebody what they'd be looking for right now, just consistency. My life, my work, is my priority.' While his love life remains a subject of fascination, it's clear that Drake's main focus is on his music, even as he navigates ongoing beefs, including with Kendrick Lamar, whose 2025 Super Bowl diss track has kept the feud alive.
