Sitting loud and proud at #1 is none other than Lil’ Kim, whose iconic Hard Core album cover still has the game in a chokehold decades later. It’s one of the most unforgettable visuals in hip-hop history, and Billboard officially crowned it the greatest.
Macy’s Rookie In The City fashion show in NYC’s Herald Square drew celebrity families like Ciara and Russell Wilson, Lil Kim, Busta Rhymes, and Dave East. The event, a collaboration between Macy’s and Rookie In The City, celebrated culture-rooted fashion and community support, highlighting urban style and Black excellence. Social media buzzed with praise for the family-centric event.
The debate over the first female rapper on Vogue hinges on definitions: main cover vs. editorial, solo vs. shared, and US vs. international editions. Nicki Minaj holds claims for Vogue Arabia (2018) and a solo US Vogue cover. Cardi B made US Vogue history with Kulture (2020). Lil' Kim's iconic 1999 editorial is foundational.
Lil' Kim partners with McDonald's for #McDChefsRemix, promoting the Snack Wrap and her Brooklyn roots. Her iconic style adds to the brand's collaborations with hip-hop artists, blending nostalgia and fresh flavors for fans. Check her socials for event highlights.
R&B heartbreaker Giveon, OKC Thunder MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and rising star Gebrelul unite on Billboard's February 7 Sports Issue cover. The perfect music x hoops crossover bridges arenas where Black excellence writes dual scoreboards.
Comedian Mike Epps has issued an apology to Nicki Minaj and her family after a controversial joke about Donald Trump went viral. See the video and the response here.
The cast of Tyler Perry’s hit series “Sistas” just leveled up, gracing the latest cover of BET IMMERSED (Feb 2026) as the show celebrates its 10th season. KJ Smith, Mignon, Crystal Renee Hayslett, Jordan Coleman, and Tunde Oyeneyin step into
