Dame Dash is sharing new details about how his relationship with Aaliyah began, including why he believes Jay-Z was also trying to win her attention. Dash says that an all-white party hosted by Diddy on July 4, 2000, was the moment that changed everything.

Today there’s a bittersweet symmetry—46 days until Aaliyah’s birthday, and she would have turned 46 if she were here. Her legacy still blends timeless vocals, game-changing style, and barrier-breaking vision in R&B and fashion. Whether you discovered h

Tyla is making all the right moves right now. This Aaliyah blend is so dope, we love the way Gen Z are embracing the legends and keeping their music and names alive. Well done Tyla.

Queen of the Damned (2002): A stylish, entertaining romp with Aaliyah as Queen Akasha. Forget substance, embrace the 2000s nu-metal jams and a sexy Black vampire queen.A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2014): Visionary black-and-white Iranian vampire spaghetti Western. A lonely Girl prowls Bad City, blending mythology with culture and expressionism.Bliss (2019): Punk artist Dezzy's wild, neon-soaked ride into addiction and possible vampirism after trying a new drug. Grimy, hard rock aesthetic.Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992): Kristy Swanson as the Chosen One, facing off against Lothos and Amilyn. Campy fun with a stacked cast.Once Bitten (1985): Jim Carrey as a sex-obsessed teen pursued by a seductive Countess needing his virgin blood. Fun, catchy tunes.

Dearest, sweet, Aaliyah…”Two words and the single name of a gone-too-soon R&B queen that go so perfectly together, famously said by fellow late hip-hop legend DMX in a somber music video released in 2002 for her posthumously-re

Dame Dash's comparison of Nicky Licky to Aaliyah ignited backlash. Many deemed it inappropriate, offensive to Aaliyah's legacy, and a stunt. The framing of Licky's identity sparked discussions on race, sexuality, and cultural respect.