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Young Noble, a member of Tupac Shakur’s rap group the Outlawz, has died. He was 47.

E.D.I. Mean, a fellow Outlawz member, confirmed his death on Instagram and said he reportedly died by suicide.

“Today I got some of the worst and unexpected news imaginable. My brother and partner for over 30 years took his life this morning,” he wrote on Instagram Friday. “Rest in Power Rufus Young Noble Cooper.”

He added, “I obviously am in no shape to talk about this right now so Please give his family and I some time to process this. Mental illness is a real battle being fought by so many. Check On Your Folks!”

Shakur’s official Instagram account, which is managed and operated by his estate, reshared Mean’s posts.

Young Noble, whose real name is Rufus Lee Cooper III, was born in Sierra Madre, California, and moved to New Jersey as a child.

Young Noble, the rapper who was part of Tupac Shakur’s hip-hop group Outlawz, has died. He was 47.

The rapper (born Rufus Lee Cooper III) reportedly died by suicide, from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot on Friday morning in Atlanta, TMZ reported.

Fellow Outlawz alum E.D.I. Mean also shared the news on Instagram. “Today I got some of the worst and unexpected news imaginable. My brother and partner for over 30 years took his life this morning,” he wrote in the post.

“Rest in power Rufus Young Noble Cooper,” added Mean. “I obviously am in no shape to talk about this right now so Please give his family and I some time to process this. Mental illness is a real battle being fought by so many. Check On Your Folks!”

Born March 21, 1978 in Sierra Madre, California, Cooper moved to New Jersey as a kid, where he met fellow Outlawz members Hussein Fatal and Yaki Kadafi,...

We are rolling out some of our past Project Involve shorts to view online! These Project Involve shorts can now be seen on our Film Independent YouTube channel and are featuring them here on the blog with exclusive talks with the filmmakers. Applications for next year’s Project Involve are now open. This week we’re featuring Dear Mama… , executive produced by 2021 Project Involve Fellow Jordan Hart.

A cultural icon is someone who transcends mere talent, becoming a symbol that inspires, influences, and shapes how we understand music, art, and even ourselves. They capture the spirit of their time, reflecting social and political issues, and becoming role models and catalysts for change. Many of us have a cultural icon who inspires us.

But what happens when they die?

This idea intrigued Jordan Hart, 2021 Project Involve Creative Executive Fellow and Executive Producer of the short film Dear Mama… .

In the film,...

P Diddy was rumored to be involved in Tupac Shakur’s drive-by shooting in 1996 after the latter released a diss track against the hip-hop mogul. Both Diddy and the Las Vegas police department have reiterated his non-involvement in the case. However, the transcript of an interview between Detective Long and the suspect in the case, Duane “Keefe D” Davis, mentions that Diddy wanted revenge.

Davis is the uncle of Orlando Anderson, a member of the Southern Side Crips, who was the primary suspect in the case. He was never charged and was killed later in an unrelated gang shootout in 1998. Davis was arrested in September 2023 after being indicted by a grand jury for the first-degree murder of Shakur.

P Diddy was named 47 times in a court document related to Tupac Shakur’s murder trial Tupac Shakur in the music video of All About U | Credits: Death Row/Interscope

The suspect...

When Suge Knight sped away from Tam’s Burgers in Compton, California, on Jan. 29, 2015, he left two men lying on the asphalt behind him. He had just shifted gears and barreled over the pair with his two-ton Ford Raptor truck. One of the men, Terry Carter, would die from multiple blunt force injuries within the hour.

The other man, Cle “Bone” Sloan, was rushed to a hospital with two crushed ankles and a serious head laceration. Knight abandoned the truck and turned himself in for questioning at 3 a.m. the next day.

Drake says Kendrick Lamar’s blockbuster hit “Not Like Us” crossed the line when it accused him of “one of the most vile behaviors imaginable” – being a criminal pedophile. Universal Music Group says Drake is the one who went too far when he sued his own label for defamation for distributing the Grammy-winning song.

“Plaintiff, one of the most successful recording artists of all time, lost a rap battle that he provoked and in which he willingly participated. Instead of accepting the loss like the unbothered rap artist he often claims to be,...

The man charged in the 1996 shooting death of Tupac Shakur has broken his silence for the first time since his arrest two years ago. In a jailhouse interview with ABC News, defendant Duane “Keffe D” Davis continued to claim his innocence.

Davis is charged with first-degree murder for his alleged role in Shakur’s shooting death. He’s pleaded not guilty and has been held without bail since his arrest in September 2023.

“I’m innocent. I ain’t killed nobody, never did ever kill nobody,” Davis said in the hour-long...

Jada Pinkett Smith once called the late rapper Tupac her “soulmate”, a title she never gave to her actual husband, Will Smith. In fact, she doesn’t even like to call Smith her “husband” but rather her “life partner,” deeming it more appropriate.

2Pac: All About U (Music Video 1996) | Credits: YouTube

For years, the internet has had plenty to say about this, with many questioning Smith’s role in the relationship and whether he got the short end of the stick. From memes to debates, people can’t seem to get enough of this unconventional love dynamic, Candace Owens included.

Jada Pinkett Smith’s weird obsession with Tupac Shakur!

Jada Pinkett Smith and Tupac Shakur‘s relationship has been a hot topic for decades, often overshadowing even her marriage to Hollywood superstar Will Smith.

The two met as teenagers in Baltimore, forming a deep bond long before they found fame,...

The trial of the man charged in the 1996 shooting death of Tupac Shakur, which was set to begin next month, has been pushed to 2026.

The Nevada judge overseeing the case agreed to postpone the trial date at a hearing Tuesday, Feb. 18, according to ABC News. This came after lawyers for defendant Duane “Keffe D” Davis filed a motion last week seeking to delay the start of the trial, citing the need for new witness interviews and further investigation.

Davis’ lawyers filed a motion saying new witness testimony from a private...

Anthony Mackie became one of Hollywood’s hottest stars with his lead role as Captain America in Captain America: Brave New World, which premiered on Feb 14. But Mackie has been part of the Marvel Universe since 2014, when he took on the role of Falcon (Sam Wilson) in Captain America: The Winter Soldier. Although Steve Rogers gave him the shield already in Avengers: Endgame (2019), Mackie’s character, Sam Wilson, was unsure about taking on the role. After John Walker briefly became Captain America, Sam ultimately decided to embrace the title by the end of the Disney+ series.

In his 23-year screen career, Mackie has played diverse characters. He portrayed Harry Mitchell, a junior adjustment agent in The Adjustment Bureau (which earned him two award nominations), and Sergeant J.T. Sanborn in The Hurt Locker, for which he won in the “Best Ensemble Cast” category and was nominated as “Best Supporting Actor” at the Independent Spirit Awards.

The man charged in the 1996 shooting death of Tupac Shakur is seeking to delay the March 2025 start of his murder trial, citing the need for new witness interviews.

Lawyers for Duane “Keffe D” Davis filed the motion to postpone the trial Friday, saying that new witness testimony from a private investigator could prove that Davis was not in Las Vegas at the time of the Shakur killing in September 1996, despite the suspect implicating himself in his memoir Compton Street Legend, Las Vegas Ksnv reported.

“This case involves decades-old allegations, and...

Sean Combs changed the world for me.

In 1997, Rolling Stone flew me to New York to do a feature interview with Puff Daddy, or Puffy, as Diddy was called then. This was not long after the Notorious B.I.G. was murdered in Los Angeles in March of that year, which in turn wasn’t long after Tupac Shakur was murdered in Las Vegas in September 1996. Tupac had previously been shot in the lobby of a Manhattan recording studio in late 1994, ostensibly during a jewelry robbery. There are some who...

Sean P Diddy Combs is now in jail awaiting trial for his alleged crimes but once he was an unstoppable force, living a life of luxury. Known for having established a music empire with his hard work and dedication, he was once one of the key inspirations of many across the globe for his rise to fame story.

Sean P Diddy Combs | Credit: Late Night with Seth Meyers / YouTube

Part of the reason why he ended up being so famous and one of the richest rappers in the world is his music label Bad Boy Records, which helped propel several musicians to acclaim. However, recently one of the rappers associated with him accused him of not paying them well and exploiting them.

Diddy accused of exploiting music artists by a rapper Chopper | Credit: The Art of Dialogue / YouTube

Diddy once used to be one of the biggest rappers in the world,...

Some folks say you can tell a lot about a person by the way they react when their past is brought up. And when it comes to one of the biggest names in the music industry, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, the past seems to be a cage from which he can’t escape. But perhaps the most dangerous thing is when that past connects to something dark, a cold, shadowy thread that leads to the unsolved murder of Tupac Shakur?

Diddy in Get Him to the Greek | Credits: Universal Pictures

There’s been plenty of speculation over the years about Combs’ role in it all, but a recent conversation by Chopper Young City—an old friend of Diddy’s—has revived the whispers.

Chopper Young City on the cold reality of Diddy’s hatred for 2Pac

Speaking with The Art of Dialogue, Chopper Young City shared a few of his personal...

The admitted South Side Crips gang leader charged for his alleged role in the 1996 shooting death of hip-hop legend Tupac Shakur is asking a Nevada judge to dismiss his first-degree murder count ahead of a high-stakes trial set to begin in March.

In a new motion filed Monday and obtained by Rolling Stone, Duane “Keffe D” Davis argues prosecutors have failed to produce any corroborating evidence supporting what he calls his “coerced confession” in the case. Davis claims prosecutors also “substantially” violated his constitutional rights by failing to honor the...

Amid Diddy’s lawsuit and new evidence emerging each day, Biggie’s mom Voletta Wallace recently reacted to the allegations against the infamous rapper. Further, coming across the leaked 2016 surveillance video of the 55-year-old seemingly assaulting Cassandra “Cassie” Ventura, Wallace dropped some big words for Sean Combs.

Diddy in a still from Hawaii Five-0 | image: CBS

Instead of holding back her anger toward the 55-year-old rapper, Biggie’s mom expressed her desire to “slap the daylights” out of Diddy. Claiming to be sick to her stomach after learning about the rapper’s tabloid-laden allegations, Voletta Wallace mentioned how her perspective has changed towards Sean Combs.

Biggie’s mom has some real physical threats awaiting Diddy

Since Diddy‘s arrest on September 16, 2024, the rapper has been facing new accusations each day. From allegations of s*xual assault, trafficking, and abuse, the infamous rapper even sparked headlines surrounding the deaths of certain renowned celebrities including Aaliyah,...

Kendrick Lamar dropped surprise album Gnx on Friday, where he addresses being chosen for the Super Bowl Halftime show in New Orleans over hometown rapper Lil Wayne. And it appears Lil Wayne has responded.

On the song “Wacced Out Murals,” Lamar’s lyrics include: “Used to bump Tha Carter III, I held my Rollie chain proud/Irony, I think my hard work let Lil Wayne down.” Early in the morning on Saturday, Lil Wayne took to X, formerly Twitter, and appeared to respond, writing in part: “Man wtf I do?...

Comedian Katt Williams has recently gone viral for a conversation made earlier this year. During it, he appeared to predict the downfall of mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, who has been facing legal troubles since September. Williams has recently spoken out about the conversation. Notably, he shared why he specifically named Diddy.

Katt Williams Appeared on Club Shay Shay With Shannon Sharpe

Williams is a comedian and actor. He is known for his appearances on Wild ‘n Out and his roles on Friday After Next, My Wife and Kids, and The Boondocks.

Earlier this year, a conversation Williams had with former pro football player Shannon Sharpe on Club Shay Shay that has recently gone viral. At the time, he predicted that the year would be filled with celebrity scandals.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs – YouTube

Notably, Williams also named Diddy himself in the conversation. According to the comedian, he turned down an offer...

With only a few days left for the election, the fight between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is at an all-time high. After a rigorous campaign that was filled with alleged assassination attempts, candidate changes, and controversial campaign issues, the biggest elections in the world seem to finally be on the horizon.

Along those lines, an old interview of VP Kamala Harris at The Breakfast Club has resurfaced. The interview reportedly saw her mention that she had used marijuana in college and that she listened to the music of legendary rapper Tupac Shakur. However, the phrasing of these two elements reportedly led to a huge misunderstanding.

What Did Kamala Harris Say During The Breakfast Club Interview? Kamala Harris | Credits: Lawrence Jackson, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

Current VP and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris came under fire back in 2020 for revealing in an interview that she had tried marijuana while she was in college.

The hip-hop world almost got the ultimate crossover, but ego and some serious shade put it to rest. Picture this: Tupac Shakur and Michael Jackson teaming up on a track, blending Pac’s raw grit with Mj’s iconic vocals. But it didn’t happen, and word is, it’s because Pac wasn’t about to let anyone—even the King of Pop—disrespect him.

Michael Jackson in the Beat It music video | Credits: Billboard Music

Rumor has it, that the collaboration fizzled not due to creative differences but because Shakur reportedly felt Jackson just wasn’t bringing the same level of respect to the table. And, in classic Pac style, he wasn’t about to back down, even if it meant losing the chance to work with the King of Pop. Imagine what could’ve been if only they had found common ground.

Tupac Shakur Walked Away from Michael...

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ recent arrest has brought his past controversies back to the limelight again. The disgraced rapper has allegedly been involved in many controversies over the years. He was allegedly also involved in the infamous East-West Coast feud back in the ’90s.

Diddy, who was the owner of Bad Boy Records and worked with Biggie, has repeatedly denied his involvement in the feud. He said that he thought he and Death Row Records founder Suge Knight were friends until he was called out by Knight at an awards show.

Diddy Was Called Out By Suge Knight In The ‘90s Diddy in Draft Day | Credits: Lionsgate

Rapper and hip-hop mogul Diddy has had a reputation as a generous party host as well as a controversial individual allegedly involved in many feuds. The Bad Boy Records founder is best known for his collaborations with The Notorious B.I.G a.k.

Gene Deal, former bodyguard to Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, stirred the pot with some eye-opening revelations about Jay-Z and Tupac Shakur. In a recent interview, Deal recounted a gripping incident that took place in a Las Vegas hotel, where Jay-Z reportedly chose to hide rather than confront 2Pac (Tupac Shakur) before a concert.

Gene Deal during his interview with Cam Capone News | Credit: YouTube

According to Deal, Jay-Z had organized the highly anticipated performance, but after a prior altercation with Shakur, he decided to stay behind closed doors to avoid an explosive confrontation. As tensions rose, Suge Knight intervened to mediate, telling Shakur to give Jay-Z a “pass” for his concert, emphasizing that the latter wouldn’t be coming out of his room.

Diddy’s Former Bodyguard Drops a Bombshell: Jay-Z & 2Pac’s Tense Encounter

Gene Deal has unveiled a striking incident that highlights the fragility of relationships among hip-hop’s biggest names.

American actress and talk show host, Jada Pinkett Smith, has made an impact in every role she has taken on. She started her career in 1990 with an appearance in the TV show True Colors and later guest-starred on Doogie Howser, M.D., and 21 Jump Street. Smith made her film debut in 1993 with Menace II Society. She and Will Smith went public with their relationship in 1995 and got married in December 1997.

Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith | Credit: Red Table Talk

Known for being open about both her successes and struggles, Pinkett Smith has always shared her journey without hesitation, including her battle with alopecia.

Jada Pinkett Smith’s struggle with alopecia

Jada Pinkett Smith has publicly spoken about suffering from alopecia areata. The Collateral actress suffers from this autoimmune condition. This autoimmune disorder attacks the hair follicles on the head and face, which results in abrupt and severe hair loss.

A new accuser has filed a lawsuit against Sean “Diddy” Combs in California. In this lawsuit, the woman claims that she suggested that Combs had a role in Tupac Shakur’s murder, and he then violently raped her while using a remote control to violate her.

Here is what the new complaint against Combs reveals might have happened.

Woman Accuses Diddy Of Tupac Murder Connection

A woman has filed a lawsuit against Sean Combs in California, and her story is frightening. In the lawsuit, the woman claims that she had suggested to Combs that he might have been involved in the murder of Tupac Shakur. This seemingly sent Dioddy into a rage, which led to a sexual assault.

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The new woman is named Ashley Parham. She said that Combs raped her in February 2018 (via People). Parham said she was at an apartment in Orinda, California when the incident happened.

The family of late musician Tupac Shakur has hired a lawyer to look into what really happened to the late rapper. In particular, there is speculation that music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs might be connected to the rapper’s passing. This is also coming out around the time Diddy is facing other legal issues.

The Attorney Hired Is Known For His Celebrity Clients

Shakur’s family hired attorney Alex Spiro to investigate. During his career, Spiro has represented multiple celebrities, such as Elon Must and MrBeast. He also recently represented actor Alec Baldwin during the Rust movie shooting case.

Shakur was killed in a drive-by-homicide in September 1996 near Las Vegas. While the murder remains unsolved, Duane “Keefe D” Davis had been arrested as a suspect by Las Vegas Police.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs – YouTube

As noted by US Magazine, police said during a press conference that Davis wasn’t the gunman,...

The family of Tupac Shakur has hired powerhouse lawyer Alex Spiro to investigate any potential links between Sean Combs and the murder of Shakur, Rolling Stone has confirmed. The news follows reports that the late Los Angeles rapper’s family have hired a team of investigators to ascertain if the Bad Boy Entertainment founder had any involvement in his death.

A rep for Combs did not immediately reply to a request for comment, but Combs has vehemently denied any involvement in the past.

During the height of the East Coast-West Coast hip-hop feud,...

Tupac Shakur’s unfortunate passing left the music industry shocked, the talented rapper died at the young age of 25 years. However, just like his life his death too involved a bunch of conspiracy theories and speculations.

For a long time, people were convinced that something behind the scenes caused the Changes singer’s death. On the surface, it looked like he was shot gravely at a drive-by but rumors claimed some big names were allegedly involved. One name repeatedly linked with Shakur’s death was Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. The latter’s response at being questioned about the subject only gave rise to the flames.

The reaction which gave fuel to the rumor mills

Tupac Shakur was once one of the biggest names in the music industry, the rapper had given fans several iconic hits. His abrupt passing on 13 September 1996 surprised both celebrities and fans worldwide.

Tupac Shakur in Changes Mv...

Within a span of about two years, rap legend Tupac Shakur was shot on two different occasions. While the first assassination attempt only left him seriously wounded, the next one ended up costing him his life, bringing one of the most iconic careers in hip-hop to a tragic end. Of course, the legacy he left behind is still alive in our hearts. After all, how does one forget someone like Tupac Shakur?

Tupac Shakur in a still from the music video of California Love | Credits: Uproxx / YouTube

A year after the first attempt, he sat down in an interview where he got into heavy detail about the events of the night. While the 5 gunshot wounds and the brutality were obviously excruciatingly painful, what hurt him the most were the lies being spread about him in the media.

Tupac Shakur Recalled His First Assassination Attempt Tupac in the music video of...

One of the biggest names in the rapper community, Tupac Shakur went through some rough times before his unfortunate passing in 1996. The All Eyez on Me singer faced multiple allegations and near-death scenarios while alive.

One shocking incident involved him facing five bullet wounds in an event that led to the infamous East Coast vs West Coast rivalry in the hip-hop world. On 30 November 1994, the Do for Love singer was shot five times during a robbery at Quad Studios in New York City. However, his somewhat nonchalant response in the aftermath gave fans some chuckles.

The night of the incident: Robbery or Conspiracy?

Tupac Shakur may have been a big name for the music industry, but the singer-rapper was infamous for making it into chaotic headlines. In 1994, fans worldwide were shocked when the rapper was involved in what looked like a robbery gone wrong.

Related “He would have divorced me...

September 13, 1996, was a dark day in the history of humanity. People around the world all echoed the same sentiment: They did it. They really killed Tupac. And this time, he didn’t get to walk it off.

Tupac Shakur [Credit: Death Row Records]

For the longest time, a conspiracy involving the 1995 Times Square shooting made the rapper paranoid about his life being on a short leash. Even the prison interview 2Pac gave after his sexual assault conviction began and ended on the same note – that if he was going to get killed, he wanted the world to know the truth first. Because in his heart, 2Pac believed there was a reason why people were after him:

Because if they can stop me, they can stop 30 more rappers before they even born. But there’s something else I understand now: If we really are saying rap is an art form, then we...

Behind the façade of the boisterous, talented, award-winning musician adored by fans, Sean “Diddy” Combs hid a dangerous truth for decades. That façade cracked wide open when CNN published damning video footage of his erratic and violent behavior for the whole world to see. In it, Combs could be seen kicking, stomping, and attacking his then-girlfriend in the hallway of a Los Angeles hotel.

Sean “Diddy” Combs [Photo by Shamsuddin Muhammad, licensed under Cc By 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons]

The numerous allegations, scandals, and controversies that have plagued the musician in the past have since then come to a head. After putting out fires all over and plugging the holes in the hull of the sinking ship that is his career, Combs finally faces down his demons as they catch up to him after a lifetime of running.

P Diddy Rubbed Tupac Shakur the Wrong Way

In the world of rappers, musicians, and artists, creativity is the lifeline that guides them to greatness.

P Diddy (aka Sean Combs) is really struggling to keep his reputation up as one of the most renowned rappers cum record producers cum record executives in the entire entertainment industry as allegations regarding one too many issues keep on popping up against him. What’s even worse is that even previous allegations against him are resurfacing right now, including those from 2Pac.

Sean “Diddy” Combs. | Credits: Shamsuddin Muhammad/Cca-2.0/Wikimedia Commons.

Going back in time to when he was still alive, Tupac Shakur made some startlingly serious accusations against Combs, before he died in 1996 but after the infamous shooting incident against him took place. And, amidst his recent arrest following all the s-xual misconduct charges against him – among others – these allegations aren’t doing the now-disgraced music mogul any good.

2Pac Had Some Serious Allegations Against P Diddy

While other old interviews and clips from the record executive...

Fans clamoring to see Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Lix performance can rest assured that there’s no “Not Like Us” cease or desist happening. Music manager Wack 100 went viral over the weekend accusing Drake of sending a cease and desist letter to Kendrick Lamar, but Drake’s rep tells Rolling Stone that the rumor is “not true,” with another source clarifying that “there was never any intention or plan to send a cease and desist to anyone.”

This weekend, in a chatroom on the Clubhouse app, Wack claimed,...

The world of hip-hop and rap is infamous for its rivalries, which often end up culminating in the form of diss tracks and public humiliation. Bust history is a testament, that sometimes these rivalries lead to death. Over the years several bright stars of the world of music have lost their lives to shootings, and one name seems to have emerged following P Diddy’s arrest, Notorious B.I.G.

Diddy Aka Sean Combs in the Closer to God Mv | Credits: Youtube via @diddy

The rapper signed on to Diddy’s Bad Boy Records was gunned down just 6 months after his friend-turned-rival Tupac Shakur’s death. While the case remains unsolved, various claims have been made about the incident, and given below are two of them.

50 Cent Allegedly Claimed Diddy Combs Knew About Notorious B.I.G’s Shooter 50 Cent Jackson | Credit: The Late Show / YouTube

Notorious B.I.G aka Christopher Wallace died nearly three decades ago,...

One of the most famous cases that seems like it could be a movie and that still has a big impact today is the death of rapper Tupac Shakur. The whole event was so dramatic that it became a part of pop culture, crossing generations and raising endless questions about the case.

Tupac Shakur in the official music video for ‘All About U’ (Credits: Youtube)

Almost thirty years have passed since then, and while progress has been made in identifying the killer and those involved in the singer’s murder, the case has once again thrust a celebrity into the spotlight: Diddy, who was also known as Puff Daddy in the 2000s. Although he had been mentioned before, what exactly is his role in all this?

What Is Diddy’s Latest Involvement In Tupac Shakur’s Death? Diddy – Credits: Reckless Dream Photography/Cca 2.0 (Credits: Wikimedia Commons)

Before Duane “Keefe D...

A judge has again denied bail to Tupac Shakur murder suspect Duane “Keffe D” Davis over doubts about the source of the bond money.

At a July hearing, Clark County District Court Judge Carli Kierny rejected a $112,500 down payment to secure Davis’ $750,000 bond, noting that the payment — allegedly from music executive Cash “Wack 100” Jones — was tied to an exclusive interview with Davis. Kierny was also concerned that if the bond payment was a “gift” that came from some third-party entertainment company and not a familial connection, Davis would have little...

On Sunday 25 August 2024, BBC Two broadcasts The Misinvestigations of Romesh Ranganathan!

The Murder of Tupac Shakur Season 1 Episode 2 Episode Summary

In the upcoming episode of “The Misinvestigations of Romesh Ranganathan,” titled “The Murder of Tupac Shakur,” Romesh takes a trip to the United States. This episode promises to blend humor and intrigue as Romesh tries to unravel the mystery surrounding the death of the iconic rapper Tupac Shakur.

Tupac Shakur was known for his powerful music that combined gangster rap with deep poetry and social commentary. His impact on the music world and culture was significant, making his untimely death a topic of great interest. Romesh, with his unique style and comedic approach, will dive into the complexities of this case, bringing his own brand of “exacting incompetence” to the investigation.

Viewers can expect a mix of laughs and serious moments as Romesh navigates through the history and theories surrounding Tupac’s murder.

Music is a powerful force that connects members of a generation, and when an icon of that generation passes away, the loss is felt among the masses; it is especially shocking when that larger-than-life celebrity dies suddenly and at a young age. Sadly, we have lost several musical artists much too soon, often due to the pressure, exposure or commitments that come with fame. Tour our photo gallery remembering 30 music legends and the details around their tragic deaths.

I was only nine years old when John Lennon died, and over 40 years later, I remember sitting at the kitchen table hearing the report on the radio that crazed fan Mark David Chapman had shot the legendary singer to death. This was one of the most shocking events in rock and roll history; fans were devastated, with a least three committing suicide. Chapman pleaded guilty and remains incarcerated. Just 15 years later, promising...

On Monday August 12 2024, History broadcasts Prison Chronicles!

Dannemora Season 1 Episode 5 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Prison Chronicles,” titled “Dannemora,” promises to be a gripping look into the history of one of America’s most notorious prisons. This episode will air on History and delve into the origins of Dannemora prison, which first opened its doors in 1845. The prison was established as a source of free labor for the nearby mines, highlighting the harsh realities of the time. Viewers can expect to learn how this facility played a significant role in the local economy while also examining the lives of those incarcerated within its walls.

In a dramatic twist, the episode will also focus on Kenneth Kimes, who takes a Court TV producer hostage. This incident adds a layer of tension and urgency to the narrative, showcasing the unpredictable nature of life behind bars. Kimes’ actions will be explored in detail,...

Tupac Shakur was a towering figure in the hip-hop genre and left an indelible mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. The rapper was a poet at heart, and his musical prowess touched many who worked closely with him. One such person was actor Dennis Quaid, who worked with the rapper in 1997’s Gang Related.

Tupac Shakur in Gang Related (1997) || MGM Distribution Co.

While Tupac Shakur passed away a year before the movie’s release, in a recent interview, Quaid emotionally recalled what it was like to share a screen with the late rapper.

Dennis Quaid Overwhelmed by Emotion While Recalling Tupac

Tupac Shakur was a legend in the hip-hop genre with several high-profile albums under his belt. Tragically, his life was cut short in 1996 when he was fatally shot in Las Vegas. The rapper was just 25 years old, but despite his brief stint in the music industry,...

A typical bail hearing became heated Tuesday as Duane “Keffe D” Davis, the man charged in the murder of Tupac Shakur, verbally lashed out at prosecutors and investigators in the Las Vegas courtroom.

The latest court date was a continuation of the June 26 bail hearing where a judge rejected a $112,500 down payment to secure Davis’ $750,000 bond, noting that the payment — allegedly from music executive Cash “Wack 100” Jones — was tied to an exclusive interview with Davis.

At Tuesday’s hearing, Clark County District Court Judge Carli Kierny reiterated those concerns, noting...

On his new song “Fuel,” Eminem rips Diddy to shreds with some of his most venomous verses in ages. The track, which also features J.I.D, appears on Eminem’s just-released 12th album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce).

After J.I.D’s verse, Eminem zeroes in on the recent allegations that Diddy sexually assaulted women. “I’m like a R-a-p-e-r,” he says, and the typo is intentional. “Got so many S-As [sexual assaults]… Wait, he didn’t just spell the word ‘Rapper’ and leave out a P,...

Rashida Jones revisited her mid ’90s beef with Tupac Shakur in a new interview with The New Yorker, explaining how her point of view has changed over time.

The actress and filmmaker reflected on her quarrel with the rapper, which happened when Jones was a teenager. It all began when Shakur made disparaging comments about her father, legendary producer Quincy Jones, in an interview with The Source in 1993 when Rashida Jones was 17. “All he does is stick his dick in white bitches and make fucked up kids,” Shakur notably said.

Jones then responded, writing a fiery open letter to Shakur: “Because I am the youngest of Quincy Jones’ six daughters, I cannot view this article or this man without bias,” the letter reads, “But I do think that anyone who reads this article would be shocked by his ignorance and lack of respect for his people.” She continued by alleging...

Morgan Freeman shared a note giving thanks to his fans Friday morning, expressing gratitude for users’ efforts calling out unauthorized AI imitations of the actor’s recognizable voice.

The celebrated 87-year-old actor has become legend for his narration in films such as “March of the Penguins,” “The Shawshank Redemption” and “Million Dollar Baby.” The sterling reputation of Freeman’s voice has made him a particularly popular target of AI-generated voice imitations, including in a recent viral series of TikToks created by a woman posing as the actor’s “nepo niece.” Freeman is not a fan of the practice.

“Thank you to my incredible fans for your vigilance and support in calling out the unauthorized use of an A.I. voice imitating me,” the actor wrote. “Your dedication helps authenticity and integrity remain paramount. Grateful. #AI #scam #imitation #IdentityProtection”

Thank you to my incredible fans for your vigilance and support in...

The self-described Crips “street legend” charged with the 1996 murder of hip-hop superstar Tupac Shakur was denied release to house arrest on Wednesday after a judge reviewed banking records and remained concerned that the six-figure down payment being used to secure his $750,000 bond was tied to a deal to tell his story.

“The court has determined that Mr. Davis failed to make a prima facie showing the bond was obtained through legal sources,” the Wednesday ruling from Clark County District Court Judge Carli Kierny reads. “The (bank) records provided are insufficient...

Sheryl Crow railed against artificial intelligence in music — specifically Drake’s “hateful” use of Tupac Shakur’s voice in a recent diss track — in a new interview.

Speaking to the BBC about AI — a subject Crow previously expressed her concerns about on the single “Evolution” — the Rock Hall-inducted singer called the technology a “slippery slope” but especially criticized when it’s employed to mimic the voice of other artists.

Crow targeted Drake’s “Taylor Made Freestyle” as an example of AI gone wrong. The diss track was aimed at Kendrick Lamar...

Randy Travis’s AI voice-clone song “Where That Came From” has officially landed the singer on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. It’s his first radio-charting song in about 20 years, according to the singer’s team.

“Where That Came From” marked Travis’s first new song since he suffered a near-fatal stroke back in 2013 that robbed him of most of his singing ability. His longtime producer Kyle Lehning used AI tech to overlay decade-old lyrics originally performed by country singer James Dupré with Travis’s vocal sound.

The track is...

When USC professor and hip-hop scholar Todd Boyd remembers hearing Tupac Shakur’s scathing diss track “Hit ‘Em Up,” he knew one thing: “This is not going to end well.”

The West Coast anthem was released in June 1996 and Shakur viciously took aim at his East Coast rivals, including the Notorious B.I.G. with claims — through strikingly chosen words — that he slept with Biggie’s wife, R&b singer Faith Evans.

The rap war escalated to new heights, and three months later Shakur was shot to death in Las Vegas, with some wondering (though apparently incorrectly) whether the beef had anything to with it. And a few months after that, Biggie was shot dead in Los Angeles though his killer never apprehended.

Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s current rap beef has Boyd reflecting on the past.

“This can’t end well. It can’t. The possibility of it going wrong is very high,...

The long-awaited showdown between Kendrick Lamar and Drake has been bogged down by Instagram Story trolling, X bots, and artificial intelligence. While the rap world awaits Kendrick’s response to Drake, we’ve also been made to ponder technology’s role in societal decline. When the rap Gods declared “There are no rules in rap beef,” they likely weren’t imagining stan wars with hordes of X bot accounts feverishly posting sophomoric disses like “Daycares worldwide are being told to stay on high alert for Kendrick Lamar.”

And no one...

Drake turned up the heat on Friday, following up the official release of his Kendrick Lamar diss track “Push Ups” from earlier this week with “Taylor Made Freestyle,” which appears to feature AI vocals from Tupac Shakur and Snoop Dogg.

Late Friday night, April 19, the rapper took to social media to share another scathing rebuke toward Kendrick, and unlike “Push Ups” — which also takes shots at Future, Metro Boomin, Rick Ross, and the Weeknd and drew shots back from Ross and others — this one takes direct aim primarily at Kendrick.