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Nipsey Hussle’s Children Inherit Multi-Million Dollar Estate
Nipsey Hussle's children, 17-year-old Emani and 9-year-old Kross, have been paid out in cash and other assets from his estate, which was worth an estimated 11 million dollars. The estate is run by Nipsey's brother Blacc Sam. Lauren London, Nipsey's girlfriend at the time of his death, signed a document acknowledging receipt of money for Kross' share. Both children received 50 percent each.
CAREER & FINANCE
Deceased Rapper Coolio’s Estate Burdened With Six-Figure Financial Obligations
Coolio left behind a massive amount of debt when he died, including more than six figures owed to federal taxes. According to court documents, the estate has only $24,385.60 in a bank account but lists around $140K in state and federal taxes owed, a $173K creditor claim, and approximately $1,400 in medical bills. The rapper died on September 28, 2022, at age 59, leaving behind seven children.
SPORTS
Aldon Smith Dead at 36: Former NFL Star
Aldon Smith, the former 49ers defensive end who once looked like one of the NFL's brightest young stars, has died at 36. The San Francisco 49ers announced his death on Saturday after he suffered a medical emergency in Los Gatos.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Nicki Minaj’s Mother Receives Six-Figure Settlement Following Husband’s Death
Carol Maraj agreed to a 400K settlement after her husband Robert was fatally struck in 2021. The driver Charles Polevich paid 300K and an insurance company contributed 100K. After legal fees of 133K and reimbursements of 9800, the estate received 234K remaining. Carol had sued for loss of companionship following the incident in New York. Charles was sentenced to a year in jail for Robert's death in his criminal case before the civil lawsuit settled.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Takeoff’s Parents Battle Over Wrongful Death Settlement
Takeoff's parents are fighting over how to divide settlement money from a wrongful death suit. His mom claims she raised him as a single parent and provided financial support throughout his life, while his dad argues he's entitled to half the settlement despite being mostly absent. The judge has yet to rule on the dispute over venue between Texas and Georgia courts.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Music Producer Tay Keith Dies With Legal Dispute Against Sexyy Red Still Pending
Music producer Tay Keith had yet to resolve his legal battle with Sexyy Red over royalties he claimed he was owed at the time of his death. According to court docs, Tay sued Sexyy back in March 2026, claiming he produced 13 songs for her in 2024, including Pound Town. Tay claimed Sexyy's song made millions from sales and streaming but he says he never got paid for his services.
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Black Family Back-to-School Success: 15 Tips
Back-to-school planning means checking off supply lists, picking out first-day outfits and readjusting to school hours. For many Black families, it also means searching for guidance that's typically shared through private conversations and networks. Whether your student is learning the ABCs or preparing for the SATs, these 15 tips can help.
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Dame Dash Responds to Latest Bankruptcy Report Claims
Dame Dash wants to know why his bankruptcy drama keeps making headlines after a trustee reportedly asked a court for permission to sell rights to his life story. The Roc-A-Fella co-founder took aim at The Breakfast Club's Loren Lorosa after she shared details from the latest filings.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Oprah Responds to Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz Backlash
Oprah Winfrey is finally opening up about the backlash she's received in recent years over her past decision to platform folks like Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz, two men who have come out to espouse right-leaning MAGA ideologies. But be warned, you may not like what she has to say.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Diddy Faces $8M Legal Bill Over Federal Charges
Diddy reportedly spent as much as $8 million fighting federal charges, with sources telling TMZ the hip-hop mogul paid between $7 million and $8 million in legal fees following his September 2024 arrest to cover his lengthy federal trial and continued court challenges.
MUSIC
Bruno Mars on Billboard: Chart Record Exclusive
Bruno Mars keeps rewriting the record books. I Just Might, the lead single off his album The Romantic, has now spent 22 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, tying Kendrick Lamar's Not Like Us as the second-longest-running No. 1 in the chart's history. The only song ahead of them now is Kendrick and SZA's Luther, which holds the all-time record at 31 weeks.