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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ashanti Blasted By Chris Gotti For Denying Relationship With Irv Gotti: 'I Was Their Therapist'
Chris Gotti, elder brother of the late music mogul Irv Gotti, recently addressed comments made by Ashanti regarding her relationship with Irv during her time at Murder Inc. Records. He called her recollection 'disrespectful' and dismissive of the deep personal and professional history they shared. Speaking candidly on the Let's Keep it 100 podcast, Chris expressed frustration over Ashanti's portrayal of her past with Irv, particularly her assertion that their involvement never amounted to a real relationship. 'She says they wasn't in a relationship. They was in a relationship,' Chris stated. He went on to describe himself as a frequent mediator during their private conflicts, saying, 'I was they therapist. Like come on now, don't do that. But at the end of the day that's what makes what went on with them so real.' Chris also took issue with Ashanti's downplaying of Irv Gotti and Murder Inc.'s contributions to her success, suggesting her rise in the music industry wouldn't have happened the same way without Irv's influence. 'For her to act like it ain't Murder Inc. that made her is f**king bullsh*t or Irv made her. She had three deals before him. Like, something with y'all chemistry worked out! Respect it! That's all. Not saying you have to talk about the ni**a, but respect the magic that was made. That's all I said.' 'I'm not gonna let no one talk about my brother, [we're] gonna have a problem, simple and plain. Especially someone who he made their career. Like, I was there. He made you sing records the way you sang them cause you would've never sang it that way if it was up to you,' he continued. Chris's comments were made in response to remarks Ashanti gave during her 2022 appearance on Angie Martinez's IRL podcast, in which she addressed Irv Gotti's earlier statements on Drink Champs. 'Let's clear this up,' Ashanti said. 'We're not gonna say relationship. We dealt with each other, but was Irv my boyfriend? Was I his girlfriend? Never… Irv had several girlfriends, so I'm a little confused by the label and the description.' She continued, 'I think that Irv definitely has his side and his version… you may think that it's something and the other person knows that it's not… Irv has flat-out lied about a lot of things.' Ashanti added that manipulation played a role in their dynamic, sharing, 'He would say stuff like, 'No one wants to record with you, nobody f**ks with you like that.'' Despite their complicated history, Ashanti insisted she had no interest in exposing Irv's secrets, stating, 'I'm happy, I'm in a different space… I don't play in the mud.' The heated back-and-forth between the two camps has simmered in the wake of Gotti's death, with Ashanti paying tribute to the Queens, N.Y., native in a public statement on social media. Ashanti and Irv Gotti were at the heart of Murder Inc.'s meteoric rise in the early 2000s, creating hits like 'Foolish' and 'Happy' — tracks that dominated the charts and cemented the label's place in Hip-Hop and R&B history. Tragically, Irv Gotti passed away in February 2025 after reportedly suffering from a 'major hemorrhagic stroke' stemming from his longstanding bout with diabetes. Gotti was 54 at the time of his death. More from Nelly And Ashanti Embody Relationship Goals With Recent Serenade 50 Cent Speaks To Joe Budden At Knicks Game, Cracks Joke About Their Feud Ashanti Gives Masterclass In Performance On 'American Idol'
Black America Web
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Irv Gotti's Brother Says Ashanti Should Be More Grateful To The Late Mogul, Social Media Offers Up Harsh Receipts
Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty Irving Lorenzo, aka Irv Gotti, the head of the hitmaking hip-hop label Murder Inc., passed away in February at the age of 57 from complications of diabetes. The music mogul helped make acts like Ja Rule and Ashanti stars of the '90s with hits like 'Always on Time' and 'Rain on Me,' respectively. However, Gotti's personal relationship with Ashanti ultimately soured the artist on him and the label. She's now married to Nelly and they have a son, Kareem Kinkade, who will be 2 in July. In 2022, Ashanti told Vulture that she and Irv never dated. 'Let's clear this up,' Ashanti said on Angie Martinez's IRL podcast back in October of that year. 'We dealt with each other, but was Irv my boyfriend? Was I his girlfriend? Never. Irv had several girlfriends, so I'm a little confused by the label and the description.' Ashanti also said that Irv was 'hurt' when she started dating Nelly and that she denies that they ever even had sex. She said that when Irv's feelings for her weren't reciprocated, he wouldn't allow her to record for his label, and that she believes he was behind death threats leveled at her and her staff. 'I genuinely, in my heart, believe that Irv wishes death on me. A million percent,' she told Martinez. It must have been a little challenging for Ashanti to acknowledge Irv after his passing, but she did so gracefully via her Instagram page. She posted a photo of the Murder Inc. roster with Irv, saying, 'I can't believe things ended like this….and it makes me so sad… She continued, 'We weren't on the best of terms the past few years, but as I've always said, through our ups and downs, I will forever be grateful for everything that you've done for me. We made history, and that will remain infinite.. I've always respected your musical genius and ability to push me to be my best.. All the greatness and positive things that came, far outweigh the dark and negative times. I have always prayed for you to find peace. Sending love and prayers to the entire family. Rest well. Rest in Peace Irv .' However, Chris doesn't seem to think Ashanti said enough. On the Keep it 100 podcast, he said he believes the two were in a romantic relationship and that Ashanti should give her former label head more respect. He did say he thinks that his brother was out of order when it came to Ashanti, but that the label Irv created was instrumental in her success. He says that Irv only talked about Ashanti because he was always asked about their relationship. 'She should understand that, too,' he said. 'If you're in the limelight, they ask the question. It wasn't little, it was big. For her to act like it ain't Murder Inc. that made her is f— bull—-. Or that Irv made her, it's crazy. She had three deals before him. Like, something with y'all chemistry worked out. Respect it. That's all. I'm not saying you have to talk about… Respect the magic that was made. That's all I said.' See social media's reaction to the interview below. Irv Gotti's Brother Says Ashanti Should Be More Grateful To The Late Mogul, Social Media Offers Up Harsh Receipts was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
Yahoo
06-04-2025
- Yahoo
Travel with Rob Fowler: Day 4
Day 4 of our WCBD News 2 Viewer Trip… We started Day 4 with a filling breakfast at our hotel in Athens, before hitting the road for Delphi. We traveled through the picturesque village of Arachova, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus and Thebes, Livadeia. We reached Delphi, where we explored the Archeological Site and museum. Delphi, a stunning town lying on the slopes of Mount Parnassus high above the Gulf of Corinth, is one of the most famous historic sites in Greece. Delphi was an ancient religious sanctuary dedicated to the Greek god Apollo. Delphi was also considered by the ancient Greeks to be the center of the world. Occupation of the site at Delphi can be traced back to the Neolithic period with extensive occupation and use beginning in the Mycenaean period (1600–1100 BC). It's only fitting this is where I also got to represent the Cooper River Bridge Run! Thanks Irv and Lorrie for the shirt and hoodie!!! After spending time exploring Delphi, we continued on our way, traveling the Greek countryside, ending up at Kalambaka for the night. Another busy day on tap for Day 5 (Sunday)Hope you are enjoying the photos! Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
What do we need to know about the sale of the Boston Celtics?
What do we need to know about the sale of the Boston Celtics? The Celtics recently announced that the storied ball club's current majority owners, Irv and Wyc Grousbeck, have elected to sell their shares of the team to what will be the group to take their place as majority owners helmed by businessman William Chisholm. When will the deal be finalized? How will it affect the club's current quest to repeat as champs, and perhaps to found a dynasty beyond the current season? Could pricier players soon be on the move to save some money for the new owners? Will the Celtics stay in TD Garden long-term, or will they look to build their own arena? As you can see, there are a LOT of unanswered questions about the sale. The hosts of the CLNS Media "Celtics Lab" podcast, Alex Goldberg, Cameron Tabatabaie, and Justin Quinn, took some time on a recent episode of their show to talk it over with Axios business editor Dan Primack. Check it out below! If you enjoy this pod, check out the "How Bout Them Celtics," "First to the Floor," "Celtics Lab," and the many other New England sports podcasts available on the CLNS Media network. Listen to the "Celtics Lab" podcast on: Apple Podcasts: Spotify: This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire: What do we need to know about the sale of the Celtics?
USA Today
23-03-2025
- Business
- USA Today
What do we need to know about the sale of the Boston Celtics?
What do we need to know about the sale of the Boston Celtics? What do we need to know about the sale of the Boston Celtics? The Celtics recently announced that the storied ball club's current majority owners, Irv and Wyc Grousbeck, have elected to sell their shares of the team to what will be the group to take their place as majority owners helmed by businessman William Chisholm. When will the deal be finalized? How will it affect the club's current quest to repeat as champs, and perhaps to found a dynasty beyond the current season? Could pricier players soon be on the move to save some money for the new owners? Will the Celtics stay in TD Garden long-term, or will they look to build their own arena? As you can see, there are a LOT of unanswered questions about the sale. The hosts of the CLNS Media "Celtics Lab" podcast, Alex Goldberg, Cameron Tabatabaie, and Justin Quinn, took some time on a recent episode of their show to talk it over with Axios business editor Dan Primack. Check it out below! If you enjoy this pod, check out the "How Bout Them Celtics," "First to the Floor," "Celtics Lab," and the many other New England sports podcasts available on the CLNS Media network. Listen to the "Celtics Lab" podcast on: Apple Podcasts: Spotify:
