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Express Tribune
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Nicki Minaj makes statement move after sister Ming Li cast in 'Baddies Gone Wild' by Natalie Nunn
Nicki Minaj has reportedly unfollowed reality television producer Natalie Nunn on Instagram following the casting of Minaj's younger half-sister, Ming Li, in the upcoming series Baddies Gone Wild. The development was revealed via a post by Twitter aggregator SOUND | Victor Baez, who shared screenshots showing Minaj no longer follows Nunn's account. The decision appears linked to the new Zeus Network spin-off, which premieres Sunday from Brazil. In a preview clip, Nunn interviews Ming Li and alludes to past tension with Minaj, referencing lyrics from Minaj's 2023 verse on Lil Uzi Vert's "Endless Fashion". In the track, Minaj raps: 'Ayo, even if my name was Natalie Nunn / You b*tches still couldn't chin-check me.' Though previously taken in stride by Nunn, who publicly thanked Minaj for the mention, the recent remarks on the show suggest deeper issues may have surfaced. Ming Li, also known as Ming Luanli, is an 18-year-old aspiring rapper and entrepreneur. She is the half-sister of Nicki Minaj, sharing the same father, Robert Maraj. Despite their family link, Ming has spoken openly about her distant relationship with Minaj. In interviews, she said she was bullied due to public perceptions about their connection and expressed a desire to be known beyond her sister's fame. Tensions reportedly intensified after Ming's appearance on the We in Miami podcast, where she addressed her sister's lack of involvement in her life. Minaj later responded cryptically on Stationhead, stating, 'You have to go and get your own. Being a mooch and a clown don't run in my DNA.' Ming Li, who recently debuted on Rakeem Love's single Do It Again, also co-owns a crypto exchange called Quantum Swap. She has publicly shared her bisexual identity and expressed hopes of carving out her own path.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Yahoo
Young Scooter's Funeral Held In Atlanta, Rapper To Be Buried In South Carolina
Emotions ran deep in Atlanta on Monday (April 7) as family, friends, and fans gathered to mourn the loss of rapper Young Scooter, who tragically died on his 39th birthday. The funeral service, held at Saint Philip AME Church in Atlanta, brought the city together in remembrance of a life that ended far too soon. Various sources captured poignant scenes from the somber occasion, showing Scooter's casket carried by devastated loved ones as mourners looked on. The ceremony, though heavy with emotion, was also a celebration of the beloved rapper who helped shape Atlanta's sound. In a symbolic tribute to peace, hope, and freedom, white doves were also released into the sky following the service. To finalize his departure from this world, Young Scooter, neé Kenneth Edward Rashaad Bailey, will be buried in Walterboro, South Carolina, where his journey began. Scooter's death unfolded after a chaotic and tragic sequence of events that began with a 911 'swatter' call placed by Demi Blanco (born Demetria Spencer), a reality star known from Zeus Network's Baddies. Spencer has since been under public scrutiny for what authorities say was a false report. In her initial call, she claimed to be part of the 'Neighborhood Watch' and reported seeing a 'naked and bloody' woman being assaulted outside a home in Atlanta's Lakewood Heights neighborhood. That call prompted an immediate police response to the home, where Young Scooter had been present. When officers arrived, they reported seeing Bailey attempt to flee. While trying to scale a wooden fence, he suffered a severe arterial injury to his thigh. The Fulton County Medical Examiner confirmed his cause of death as 'accidental' due to blood loss from that injury. Police have since emphasized they never discharged their firearms or used force. 'While we understand that many people are saddened by his passing, it is important to recognize that Atlanta police officers neither discharged their firearms nor used any force against Mr. Bailey,' the department said in a statement. Audio from the 911 call later revealed Spencer struggled to provide a clear description of the alleged assailant, and responding officers found no evidence to support her claims. On April 1, Spencer attempted to explain herself during an Instagram Live, saying, 'There's a reaction for every action. This is part A, you guys didn't have part A, you guys only had part B.' She continued, 'In the narrative it looks like I'm trying to set this man up. I'm giving you what led up to the call. I was physically abused, so I called to protect myself. I never had any intentions to get anybody hurt.' Spencer was arrested for making the false emergency report. She was charged and subsequently released on a $7,500 bond. The family of Young Scooter released a statement to VIBE expressing their devastation and the need for clarity. 'We are completely devastated by the loss of Kenneth 'Young Scooter' Bailey and are currently still waiting for more information to understand the circumstance,' the statement read. 'Young Scooter was more than just a Hip-Hop artist; he was a phenomenal father and mentor to a lot of Atlanta youth pursuing both sports and music. Scooter was their advocate and support system. He always encouraged his children and the youth to pursue their dreams no matter what.' The message concluded with: 'The family is grateful for the outpouring of support and love from the city and all over the country. At this time, they are requesting privacy and prayers as they grieve and wait for answers.' See footage from the heartbreaking occasion above. More from Young Scooter Dies On 39th Birthday, Hip-Hop Community Reacts Atlanta Community Celebrates Young Scooter's Life With Balloon Release Vigil "Swatter" In Young Scooter's "Accidental" Death Contradicts Her Initial 911 Call While On Live
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Atlanta Community Celebrates Young Scooter's Life With Balloon Release Vigil
A wave of love, grief, and unanswered questions swept through Atlanta's Kirkwood neighborhood on Wednesday night (April 3) as hundreds gathered to honor the life and legacy of rapper Young Scooter. The artist, born Kenneth Edward Rashaad Bailey, sadly died on his 39th birthday after suffering a fatal injury while running from police. Family, friends, fans, and fellow artists came together at the vigil to celebrate the man they knew as more than just a rapper, but someone who meant a lot to his community. 'He gets so much love because he gave so much and he embodied so much love — he was love,' said Baby Jade, a close family friend and well-known podcast host of 11 Alive reported from the scene. At the vigil, the atmosphere appeared to be both mournful and celebratory of Scooter's life. Red, white, and blue balloons floated into the sky. Music producer ATL Jacob, a close collaborator, offered words of comfort. 'If y'all going through whatever, feel the music,' he said. 'Let it resonate with you and carry you through.' Rapper, Ralo, also shared a deeply personal memory: 'I grew up in his household, on his sofa. I slept in his bed. His momma took me in when my momma wasn't able to.' He also expressed heartbreaking regret: 'Me and Scooter were going through things before this, and I just wish I would've fixed it. I gotta live with that for the rest of my life.' Scooter's mother, brother, and children stood at the center of the gathering, leaning on the community for strength and encouragement. See above. Scooter's death unfolded after a chaotic and tragic sequence of events that began with a 911 'swatter' call placed by Demi Blanco (born Demetria Spencer), a reality star known from Zeus Network's Baddies. Spencer has since been under public scrutiny for what authorities say was a false report. In her initial call, she claimed to be part of the 'Neighborhood Watch' and reported seeing a 'naked and bloody' woman being assaulted outside a home in Atlanta's Lakewood Heights neighborhood. That call prompted an immediate police response to the home, where Young Scooter had been present. When officers arrived, they reported seeing Bailey attempt to flee. While trying to scale a wooden fence, he suffered a severe arterial injury to his thigh. The Fulton County Medical Examiner confirmed his cause of death as 'accidental' due to blood loss from that injury. Police have since emphasized they never discharged their firearms or used force. 'While we understand that many people are saddened by his passing, it is important to recognize that Atlanta police officers neither discharged their firearms nor used any force against Mr. Bailey,' the department said in a statement. Audio from the 911 call later revealed Spencer struggled to provide a clear description of the alleged assailant, and responding officers found no evidence to support her claims. On April 1, Spencer attempted to explain herself during an Instagram Live, saying, 'There's a reaction for every action. This is part A, you guys didn't have part A, you guys only had part B.' She continued, 'In the narrative it looks like I'm trying to set this man up. I'm giving you what led up to the call. I was physically abused, so I called to protect myself. I never had any intentions to get anybody hurt.' Spencer was arrested and charged with transmitting a false public alarm. The family, still reeling from the sudden loss, released a statement to VIBE this week expressing their devastation and the need for clarity. 'We are completely devastated by the loss of Kenneth 'Young Scooter' Bailey and are currently still waiting for more information to understand the circumstance,' the statement read. 'Young Scooter was more than just a Hip-Hop artist; he was a phenomenal father and mentor to a lot of Atlanta youth pursuing both sports and music. Scooter was their advocate and support system. He always encouraged his children and the youth to pursue their dreams no matter what.' The message concluded with a heartfelt plea: 'The family is grateful for the outpouring of support and love from the city and all over the country. At this time, they are requesting privacy and prayers as they grieve and wait for answers.' VIBE sends condolences to Young Scooter's loved ones, friends, and fans. More from 'Swatter' In Young Scooter's 'Accidental' Death Contradicts Her Initial 911 Call While On Live Young Scooter's Official Cause Of Death Revealed Woman Arrested For Alleged False 911 Call Resulting In Young Scooter's Death
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Yahoo
'Swatter' In Young Scooter's 'Accidental' Death Contradicts Her Initial 911 Call While On Live
The woman behind the 911 call that set off the tragic chain of events leading to Young Scooter's death on his 39th birthday is now speaking out — contradicting her own initial account of the incident. Demi Blanco, a reality star from Zeus Network's Baddies, took to Instagram Live on Tuesday (April 1) to defend herself against backlash for apparently 'lying' to police. Facing scrutiny on social media, she insisted that the public doesn't know 'the full story' and claimed she called 911 on March 28 to 'protect herself' — a stark contradiction to her original report to Atlanta Emergency Services. In her initial call, Demi claimed she was the 'Neighborhood Watch' and witnessed a 'naked and bloody' woman being assaulted outside an Atlanta home. The claim urged police to respond immediately. On Live, however, she told a different story. 'There's a reaction for every action,' she began. 'This is part A, you guys didn't have part A, you guys only had part B.' She continued, 'In the narrative it looks like I'm trying to set this man up. I'm giving you part B. I'm giving you what led up to the call. I was physically abused, so I called to protect myself. I never had any intentions to get anybody hurt.' According to a press statement from the department, 31-year-old Demetria Spence was taken into custody and charged with transmitting a false public alarm. Audio from the emergency call revealed Demi struggled to provide dispatchers with a clear description of the alleged assailant. When Atlanta police arrived, they found no evidence matching her claims but did encounter Young Scooter and another man just moments before the rapper took off running. During his attempted escape, Scooter suffered a fatal arterial injury to his thigh while jumping a wooden fence. Police have maintained they never discharged their firearms or used force against him, a stance reinforced by a statement from the department: 'While we understand that many people are saddened by his passing, it is important to recognize that Atlanta police officers neither discharged their firearms nor used any force against Mr. Bailey.' Despite their statement, Young Thug has publicly challenged the police's stance, accusing APD gang investigator Marissa Viverito of orchestrating a cover-up. Viverito previously testified in Thug's ongoing YSL case — a trial in which Scooter had also been in the courtroom. 'Autopsy came back street got shot,' he prematurely claimed. Reportedly, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation is now seeking to question Demi, as the Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office has since ruled Young Scooter's death as an 'accident.' The report confirms that his fatal injury came from the wooden fence he attempted to scale, directly contradicting the narrative pushed by Young Thug that Scooter was shot. The family of Young Scooter, neé Kenneth Edward Rashaad Bailey, released a statement to VIBE on Wednesday morning (April 2) revealing that they are waiting for more information surrounding his death. 'We are completely devastated by the loss of Kenneth 'Young Scooter' Bailey and are currently still waiting for more information to understand the circumstance,' detailed the family. 'Young Scooter was more than just a Hip-Hop artist; he was a phenomenal father and mentor to a lot of Atlanta youth pursuing both sports and music. Scooter was their advocate and support system. He always encouraged his children and the youth to pursue their dreams no matter what.' The statement continued, 'The family is grateful for the outpouring of support and love from the city and all over the country. At this time, they are requesting privacy and prayers as they grieve and wait for answers.' More from Young Scooter Dies On 39th Birthday, Hip-Hop Community Reacts Young Scooter's Official Cause Of Death Revealed Woman Arrested For Alleged False 911 Call Resulting In Young Scooter's Death
Express Tribune
02-04-2025
- Express Tribune
Reality star Demi Blanco arrested for false 911 call linked to rapper Young Scooter's death
Reality TV personality Demi Blanco, known for appearing on Zeus Network's Baddies, was arrested in Atlanta on charges of making a false emergency call, leading indirectly to the accidental death of rapper Young Scooter. Blanco, whose real name is Demetria Spence, was taken into custody on Tuesday, April 1, accused of transmitting a false public alarm. Atlanta police reported that Spence made a fraudulent 911 call on March 28, alleging she witnessed a violent assault involving a naked woman and gunfire at a local property. Responding officers found no signs of the reported violence upon arrival. Instead, they encountered two men attempting to flee the area—one was identified as 37-year-old rapper Young Scooter, whose legal name was Kenneth Bailey. Bailey, while trying to escape from police, severely injured his leg attempting to jump a wooden fence. The injury tore an artery, causing significant blood loss. He later died from this injury, with the Fulton County Medical Examiner officially ruling the death accidental and attributing it to a "penetrating injury to the thigh." Hours before her arrest, Spence contradicted her initial claims during an Instagram livestream, alleging instead that she herself had been assaulted. Adding confusion, rapper Young Thug publicly claimed on social media that Bailey had been shot, posting on X, formerly Twitter, "Autopsy came back street got shot," and criticizing District Attorney Marissa Viverito. The Fulton County Medical Examiner swiftly refuted Thug's allegations, confirming there was no gunshot wound and clarifying that Bailey's injury was caused by contact with wood or debris as he fled. Spence remains in custody at Fulton County Jail as of April 1.
