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Black America Web
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Jamie Foxx On Diddy, 'He's A Nasty Motherf***er'
Source: Earl Gibson III / Getty Jamie Foxx didn't hold back when it came to Diddy, unleashing a savage roast that made it clear he wants no association with him. During a Comedy Store appearance, Foxx fired shots at Diddy, who's currently at the center of a federal sex trafficking and racketeering case, with biting commentary that quickly went viral. In video footage obtained by Urban Hollywood, Foxx delivered a pointed verbal jab: 'HE'S A NASTY MOTHERF***ER!' The crowd erupted as Foxx leaned into the moment, using humor to call out what many in the public have been whispering behind closed doors. Foxx spoke candidly about the fall of a once-revered figure, noting how Diddy's situation hits particularly hard for the Black community. According to Jamie, while 'white folks might still think it's all cool,' for many others, Diddy was once seen as a symbol of success and pride — a sentiment that now feels shattered. The comedian didn't stop there. Jamie started landing heavier jabs, referencing the mogul's often-mocked love for baby oil, then turned to his daughter, Corinne, who was standing by his side. With a straight face and perfect timing, he asked her: 'You heard of the disturbing claim that the mogul once allegedly had an escort pee in Cassie's mouth?' The moment was part roast, part real talk, a savage blend of jokes and truth. Foxx kept it funny, but the message hit hard: the stuff coming out about Diddy ain't just wild, it's flipped him from Hip-Hop legend to a straight-up warning sign. SEE ALSO Jamie Foxx On Diddy, 'He's A Nasty Motherf***er' was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Could Diddy Have Played James Brown In ‘Get On Up' Biopic Over Chadwick Boseman?
During a pivotal moment in Sean 'Diddy' Combs' ongoing sex trafficking trial, a surprising detail emerged about the Hip-Hop mogul's past acting ambitions. According to the testimony of his former assistant under the pseudonym 'Mia,' he once auditioned to portray James Brown in the 2014 biopic Get on Up. The role ultimately went to Chadwick Boseman. The revelation surfaced during cross-examinations on Monday (June 2) where Mia accused Combs of rape and sexual assault. As part of the evidence presented in court, prosecutors showed a series of text messages exchanged between Mia and Combs. In one message, dated August 2020 — just after Boseman's passing — Mia wrote to Diddy, 'Thinking of you with Chadwick Boseman,' referencing Diddy's attempt to secure the role of the late music legend, James Brown. Mia also mentioned that she still had his audition tape, which she described as a full-scale 'production' they worked on for a week. Other text messages recalled moments that included the film's producer and Rock and Roll legend, Mick Jagger, allegedly flirting with her. She also mentioned a high-stakes poker game between Diddy and Leonardo DiCaprio, where Diddy allegedly remarked: 'That Titanic motherf**ker doesn't know sh*t. He won $10,000. I won $650,000.' On a more serious tip, Mia testified that during her eight years working for Diddy, she endured repeated physical and sexual abuse. 'The highs were really high, and the lows were really low,' she recalled on the stand. She described the alleged rape as 'the worst and most shameful thing that's ever happened to me,' adding that she was 'brainwashed' and 'constantly seeking his approval,' even after no longer working for him. Among the accusations, Mia also claimed the 55-year-old once slammed her arm in a door, and threw her against a wall while once physically assaulting then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura. She also added that he once forced her to take ketamine during a trip to Burning Man, which is a 'global ecosystem of artists, makers, and community organizers who co-create art, events, and local initiatives around the world,' that takes place in the Nevada desert. Mia claimed that she now suffers from 'severe PTSD' as a result of her time working for him. Diddy, who has maintained his innocence, is currently facing multiple charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering. If convicted, he could face 15 years to life in prison. More from Cassie Testifies Against Sean 'Diddy' Combs: Takeaways From Her Bombshell Testimony Suge Knight Gives Unexpected Take On Diddy's Possible Fate In Sex Trafficking Trial Boosie Badazz Accuses Cassie And Her Husband Of "Masterminding Diddy's Take Down"
New York Post
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
What do Governors Ball tickets cost? See Olivia Rodrigo, Benson Boone
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. The Mets won't be the only heavy hitters in Flushing this weekend. From June 6-8, the annual Governors Ball Festival swings into Flushing Meadows Corona Park for three star-studded days featuring the biggest names in pop, Hip-Hop, rock, folk, R&B, urbano and more. Headliners atop this year's stacked bill include hitmaker Olivia Rodrigo, back-flipping live wire Benson Boone, sensitive singer-songwriter Hozier, Hip-Hop innovator Tyler The Creator and pop icon Conan Gray. Feid, Mariah The Scientist, Mt. Joy, Clairo and round out the diverse lineup. All in all, 60 eclectic artists are scheduled to entertain audiences in Queens over the long, three-day weekend. If you want to be there, last-minute tickets are still available as of today. At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find on three-day general admission passes was $316.88 including fees on Vivid Seats. Single-day passes start at $140.67 including fees. A variety of two-day pass options are available as well. For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about the 2025 Governors Ball Festival below. All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation. Governors Ball tickets 2025 All single and multi-day Gov Ball pass options along with who's headlining each day can be found below. Governors Ball dates Ticket prices start at Three-day passes Friday, June 6 through Sunday, June 8 $316.88 (including fees) Single-day passes Friday, June 6 Tyler The Creator, Benson Boone, T-Pain, Tyla $146.50 (including fees) Single-day passes Saturday, June 7 Olivia Rodrigo, Feid, Conan Gray, Mariah The Scientist, Car Seat Headrest $163.96 (including fees) Single-day passes Sunday, June 8 Hozier, Glass Animals, Mt. Joy, Clairo, Raye $140.67 (including fees) Two-day passes Friday, June 6 through Saturday, June 7 $337.85 (including fees) Two-day passes Friday, June 6 and Sunday, June 8 $318.04 (including fees) Two-day passes Saturday, June 7 through Sunday, June 8 $431.05 (including fees) (Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn't noted, will include additional fees at checkout.) Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event. Still curious about Vivid Seats? You can find an article from their team about why the company is legit here. Governors Ball 2025 schedule If you want to get a head start on planning your long Queens weekend, you can find who's playing which stage when at Gov Ball '25 below. Huge 2025 music festivals Quite a few of this year's biggest outdoor jamborees have already unveiled their lineup announcements. To make sure your finger is on the pulse, here are five fests you ought to keep an eye on. 2025 festivals Zootown Festival July 4-5 at the Missoula County Fairgrounds in Missoula, MT Hozier, Kacey Musgraves, Jason Isbell, Mt. Joy, Modest Mouse Lollapalooza July 31 through Aug. 3 at Grant Park in Chicago, IL Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, Gracie Abrams, Tyler The Creator, Luke Combs Outside Lands Music Festival Aug. 8-10 at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, CA Tyler The Creator, Hozier, Doja Cat, Gracie Abrams, Vampire Weekend Outside Lands Music Festival Aug. 8-10 at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, CA Tyler The Creator, Hozier, Doja Cat, Gracie Abrams, Vampire Weekend Austin City Limits Oct. 3-5, 10-12 at Zilker Park in Austin, TX Sabrina Carpenter, Hozier, Luke Combs, The Strokes, John Summit Who else is on the festival circuit this summer? Take a look at our list of all of the biggest 2025 festivals to find the multi-day music extravaganza that makes the most sense for you. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Suge Knight Says Diddy Should Testify In His Own Trial To 'Humanize' Himself
A lengthy list of witnesses have testified so far during Sean 'Diddy' Combs', but the defendant noticeably chose to not take the stand at all. Suge Knight has continued to weigh in on how court proceedings are playing out, and he recently doubled down on his surprising take about the case and even suggested Diddy should testify. Earlier this week, the Death Row Records executive shared he felt there's a chance his longtime rival could beat his charges. 'I feel if he do tell his truth, he really would walk,' Knight elaborated Thursday (May 30) in a phone interview from the Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility in San Diego. He then discussed a possible strategy the Bad Boy founder could use to help his road to a potential victory. 'If Puffy goes up there and says, 'Hey… I did all the drugs, I wasn't in control of my life at the time, or myself' – he can humanize his old self and the jury might give him a shot.' 'But if they keep him sitting down, it's like he's scared to face the music,' Knight added. 'He should just have his faith in God, put up his pants and go up there and tell his truth.' Suge is currently in prison for an unrelated crime, serving a 28-year-sentence for a deadly hit-and-run in 2015. In the aforementioned conversation from earlier this week, Knight surprised many people with his opinion because of his well-known decades-long beef with the NYC mogul. 'Puffy and I are not friends,' he explained to Cuomo. 'But Puffy should definitely walk free.' According to him, Diddy's not the only one who should be taking the blame for all of the alleged crimes. 'The most important thing is that it was other executives that were involved in Puffy's life. For Puffy to be the only guy that gets on the stand is a sad day for Hip-Hop,' he continued. Diddy is facing one count of racketeering conspiracy; two counts of sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion; and two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. He was arrested in NYC on Sept. 16, 2024, and held at MDC Brooklyn without bail. His trial is expected to last all of June and into July. More from Diddy's Former Bodyguard Gene Deal Allegedly Knocked Out YouTuber Outside Courthouse Diddy's Former Assistant Says Cassie's Reasons For Not Leaving Involved JAY-Z Diddy's Former Stylist Reveals Mogul's Nicknames For Cassie During Trial Testimony
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Donald Trump Did Not 'Free' Larry Hoover, Contrary To Popular Belief
People have asked for Chicago gang kingpin, Larry Hoover, to be freed for decades after two separate convictions ensured he would spend the rest of his life in jail. In a surprise move, Donald Trump eliminated one of them, though it doesn't mean that the 74-year-old inmate is completely off the hook. The current President Of The United States commuted Hoover's federal life sentence for operating a criminal enterprise on Wednesday (May 29). The father of three was handed that sentence, which sent him to a federal supermax facility in Colorado, while already serving 150-200 years of jail time for a murder in Chicago in 1973. While his days in Colorado are over, he will now return to Illinois to serve the remaining time on his initial murder conviction. 'After nearly 30 years in federal solitary and over 50 years behind bars, Larry Hoover has been granted executive clemency by President Trump,' his attorney Justin Moore wrote on X. 'His federal life sentence is over. Justice, mercy, and redemption prevailed. The fight continues—but today, we celebrate […] This was all faith, legal precision and relentless determination. Six life sentences. Beneath the Rocky Mountains. Gone. Just like that.' Justin Moore also revealed that Donald Trump's actions were a testament to his courage, as a previous President shied away. 'For those wondering, I had a direct, 1on1 convo with Joe Biden about commuting Larry's sentence,' he shared on X. 'He decided not to citing push back from officials in Illinois- even though it was expressed that Larry should've been released. To Trump's credit, he did what others were afraid to do.' While many people in the Hip-Hop community celebrated, few people were happier than Ye. 'WORDS CAN'T EXPRESS MY GRATITUDE FOR OUR DEVOTED ENDURING PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP FOR FREEING LARRY HOOVER,' he wrote on X. The artist formerly known as Kanye West had been a longtime advocate for Hoover's freedom, and even reunited with Drake to host the Free Larry Hoover benefit concert in Los Angeles back in December 2021. He also took the time to thank the Toronto superstar, despite his mixed feelings toward his on-and-off enemy as of late. 'Thank you Drake for for helping to bring Larry Hoover home,' he added on X. Check out the full concert below. More from Diddy's Team Is Reportedly Working Toward A Presidential Pardon From Donald Trump Suge Knight Predicts Diddy Will Be Pardoned By Donald Trump Or Saved By The Government Donald Trump Seemingly Supports Stephen A. Smith's Potential 2028 Presidential Bid
