Oh snap! We have an Akon sighting. After taking a lengthy break so he could tend to his multiple business and charitable organizations, the Newark, New Jersey crooner returns with the Anuel AA assisted clip to “Get Money” where “El Negreeto” (Akon’s new moniker) busts out his bilingual skills while flossing the kinds of riches that could put a small Latino country back on it’s feet. Is this his way of winning over the Latino vote for his possible presidential run in 2020 ?? Speaking of comebacks, Xzibit comes out to play for a minute in the visual to “Elevator” where he and Problem roll through LA to spread that California love. Check out the rest of today’s drops and some joints you might’ve missed over the holiday weekend including work from Boosie Badazz, Skepta, and more. AKON & ANUEL AA – “GET MONEY” XZIBIT FT. PROBLEM – “ELEVATOR” BOOSIE BADAZZ – “OFF THE FLAP” SKEPTA – “BULLET FOR A GUN” INDIA ARIE – “STEADY LOVE” ERICA BANKS FT. MICHAEL ARISTOLE – “WANT IT” YFN LUCCI – “MADE FOR IT 2” RIDE LONG – “THE SAME” ASIAN DA BRAT – “TWEAKIN” IDK – “DIGITAL” SKIPPA DA FLIPPA – “FRODOE HAVIN FREESTYLE”
Sometimes, even terrible people make good points. Take, for example, Derick Dillard’s latest efforts to defend himself and his troubled marriage. Sure, Derick may have cheated on Jill . And it’s true that Jill quit Counting On as a gesture of solidarity after Derick got fired, thus leaving her family of four with no source of income. And yes, she’s generally subservient to him in every way, which is always an uncomfortable arrangement to behold. But when Derick defended himself against accusations that he’s a terrible husband this week, he actually made some decent arguments on his own behalf. It all started when Derick posted the above photo on his Instagram page. “Loved spending some quality time with my oldest son, who accompanied me as I wrapped up some stuff on campus today 🙂 #futurelawho,” he captioned the photo. Derick is in law school , which is a wildly time-consuming endeavor, and it’s nice that he’s found a way to combine his studies with his duties as a father. The only problem is that that post went up on Mother’s Day, and nowhere else on his social media did Derick make any mention of Jill of the holiday. Not surprisingly, fans were quick to call Derick out on this oversight. “Why don’t you post a Happy mothers day post for your wife? I mean she carried YOUR CHILDREN in her body for 9 months, and had to have a C-section(which is a major surgery) for the both of them,” wrote one follower. “Selfish and ungrateful of a husband much?” the Mother’s Day enthusiast continued. Like the rest of the Duggar clan, Derick usually ignores online trash talk. But apparently, this time it was more than he was willing to put up with. “When I post something, people say ‘why don’t you tell her yourself instead of posting about it’ and when you don’t post people say ‘you’re ungrateful’… can’t please everyone,” Dillard responded. Like we said, as much as we hate to admit it, the man has a point here. It’s a conundrum that basically every social media user is confronted with from time to time, as though there’s some specific set of laws about what should be shared and what shoud remain private. Would it have been nice if Derick had given his devoted wife a Mother’s Day shout-out? Of course, but it’s also perfectly okay if the Dillards decided to mark the occasion privately. We don’t relish having to defend Derick freakin’ Dillard, so if you’re gonna trash-talk the guy going forward, please focus on one of his many glaring character flaws so that we can join in, too. Thanks! View Slideshow: Jill Duggar & Derick Dillard: Here’s Why Fans Think They’re Getting Divorced
Source: Prince Williams / ATLPics.Net Cardi B Celebrates Her First Mother’s Day With Surprise From Offset After thinking she’d be spending her first Mother’s Day without her family , Cardi B got a big surprise. Bardi recently told reporters at her Fashion Nova X Cardi B collection launch that she’d be busy onstage without her daughter and her husband on the holiday because of a scheduled performance. “I’m very sad about Mother’s Day because I saw that I’m booked for Mother’s Day for a show and I had plans for Mother’s Day,” said Cardi who’s is set to perform at the Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South Carolina today. “I just hope South Carolina turns up for me because it’s like I’m going to spend my first Mother’s Day with them.” Luckily for Bardi, her husband Offset swooped in with a grand gesture so she won’t be alone. While Cardi was performing Saturday at Miami’s Rolling Loud music festival, Set showed up with their 10-month-old daughter Kulture in tow. He also gifted both of them for the holiday with matching Birkin bags. Cardi’s calling him “the best husband ever.” View this post on Instagram I love you I love you I love you I love you I love you I love you @offsetyrn Thank you for surprising me with my baby and my gifts I love you soooo much. A post shared by MOSTHATEDCARDI (@iamcardib) on May 12, 2019 at 3:23am PDT Now that was sweet. Last year Cardi was still pregnant on Mother’s Day so this is her first time celebrating post-pregnancy. Offset is equally excited to see Cardi, he posted a pic of him holding her copious cakes, captioned; “My Happy Place.” View this post on Instagram MY HAPPY PLACE A post shared by OFFSET (@offsetyrn) on May 11, 2019 at 11:58am PDT We’re sure. Happy Mother’s Day to Cardi and the rest of the moms out there!
Source: Dimitrios Kambouris / Getty Every few years, the climate of the fashion industry changes drastically. At one point, it was cool to rock baggy clothes and mismatched prints, until it became chic to wear skinny jeans and button ups. One thing that rarely shifts in fashion is the desire to incorporate a little street style, no matter what look you’re going for. Big brands sometimes use to stray away from adding “street fashion” into their collections, but they always come back to the culture for a little inspo. In an effort to reassert itself into the genre of streetwear, True Religion hired UpscaleHype cofounder Allen Onyia as their new artistic director. Onyia is a recognized tastemaker in streetwear fashion circles and was named “Menswear’s Most Important Instagram Account” by GQ in 2018. In a press release about Allen’s new, excited gig, True Religion said in a statement: “In his new role, Onyia will innovate modern and elevated streetwear for True Religion, which has iconic roots in the aesthetic. He plans to apply the same ethos to design as he does to his platforms – “look good, feel good and be a part of something”. View this post on Instagram What’s the word? Tell me what you heard. #UpscaleLife A post shared by Allen Onyia (@allenonyia) on Mar 31, 2019 at 9:03am PDT Onyia said of upcoming position: “I have always admired True Religion as an iconic brand with deep roots in the streetwear category. I am thrilled to join the team and bring my vision to reestablish a brand people can associate with, in this new age of streetwear.” True Religion CEO Chelsea Grayson added: “We have been driving towards this watershed moment since I joined the Company. I am excited to work with Allen to return True Religion to its rightful place among streetwear leaders. The whole point of this [hire] is it really signals a sea change for the company and its progression into the future. This is a real line in the sand and I was intent on that when I joined the company.” View this post on Instagram Helluva contrast. #UpscaleLife A post shared by Allen Onyia (@allenonyia) on Mar 12, 2019 at 6:26pm PDT “Allen lives, eats and breathes streetwear and the streetwear aesthetic on all ends of the spectrum. So he knows how to dress it up, dress it down, make it more elevated or less elevated, and I really respect that fluidity in his style.” Adding Allen to the crew is just one of many changes the brand has planned. Grayson says there will be less denim and more crewneck T-shirts, crewneck long-sleeve shirts, sweatshirts, outerwear and elevated fabrications. But Allen isn’t new to this fashion ish. Back in 2008, he co founded the site UpscaleHype with his brother Kyle Onyia, which focused on coverage of high-end men’s wear and celebrity fashion. He also worked with True Religion once before as as a brand ambassador when the brand teamed up with Travis Scott back in 2014. Grayson says Onyia’s mark touch on the brand will be felt as soon as their Spring collection drops — but you’ll see more of his works during the holiday assortments. Congrats, young King.
Keep up #Prom2K19 pic.twitter.com/B1sZxVs0ua — Prettyreddddd (@Prettyreddddd) April 6, 2019 The Best Prom Pics Of 2019 It’s that time of the year again, folks. Prom season ! That means it’s time for the best and brightest high school has to offer to show off their incredible glo ups, gowns and rented whips. Each year brings a level of excellence but this year is upping the ante like never before. These kids are bringing the fire each time. Take a look at the dopest of the bunch… We don't do nothing basic #Prom2k19 pic.twitter.com/C5bD0GpYqX — Niyaaaa (@callme_niya) March 31, 2019
Source: Randy Shropshire/Getty Images for HBO / Getty Lamine Diop Confirms Issa Rae’s Engaged Issa Rae’s engagement has been confirmed by someone who SURELY knows her better than the rest of us. Remember when we told you about Issa’s (panty melting) little brother Lamine “Enimal” Diop ??? View this post on Instagram From annoying tf out of each other to respecting each other as awesome human beings to realizing goals and dreams together. Proud of all you've accomplished and thanks for always letting ur lil bro tag along PS: do we always stand on the same side for pics? ———————— #enimeezy #issarae #glowedup ————————- A new episode of #insecurehbo premieres tomorrow at 10:30 pm, tune in! A post shared by ENIMAL (@enimalwins) on Oct 15, 2016 at 1:00pm PDT Welllll, Lamine attended the Los Angeles premiere of Issa’s new film “Little” and while there, he spoke openly on the shiny ring on his sister’s left hand. According to Lamine, Issa’s indeed engaged and he fully supports his brother-in-law to be. “He’s just a good guy, man. He’s just a cool guy,” Lamine told Us Weekly about Issa’s fiance Louis Diame. “They’ve been dating forever. He’s already been like a brother to me. Family ties at all the family events and dinners, Christmas, Thanksgiving.” The rapper also told Us Weekly that couple hasn’t had time for an engagement party, so “we’re just going to celebrate once it’s time for the ceremony” and even added that Louis proposed during the holiday season. “They did it around the holidays,” he told Us of Diame’s proposal. “She’s so low-key too — for real! I found out, like, a couple days later, so we’re just gonna let her lead the way.” (Soooooo, what you’re saying Mr. Panty Melter sir, is that we’re super late? Oh, okay.) He also added that a wedding date hasn’t been set because of Issa’s busy schedule. “We celebrate all her accolades,” he raved. “They keep rolling in and we’re trying to keep up!” Well, that’s a lot of info from yet another person not named Issa Rae. Source: The Presley Ann/Getty Images / Getty Yvonne Orji and Jay Ellis confirmed during the NAACP Image Awards that Issa’s indeed off the market —and Issa added on her Instastory that she “didn’t announce s***.” Issa may never confirm this engagement herself, but it’s pretty clear from all the wagging tongues and that solitaire diamond that she’s a bride to be. View this post on Instagram The kind of festivities I neeeeeded. Thanks to my partner @ciroc for the good times. Love to my #MardiGrasShit co-hosts @lenawaithe & @kofisiriboe. A post shared by Issa Rae (@issarae) on Mar 4, 2019 at 7:37am PST Good for you Issa, call BOSSIP (and absolutely no one else) when you’re ready to talk! Source: Leon Bennett/Getty Images for ESSENCE / Getty / Getty / Getty
Source: Prince Williams / Getty Karlie Redd May Be Engaged But She’s Still Getting Messy DMs Even though Karlie Redd is happily engaged to her man Arkansas Mo, that doesn’t mean other celebs have stopped shooting their shot. The Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta star stopped by BET to talk about the messiest DM’s in her inbox, and she’s most definitely got her fair share from both fellow celebrities and some crazed fans. Peep the video down below to hear about the most ridiculous situations that have gone down in her inbox.
Jill Duggar has been in the spotlight quite a bit these past two weeks. And it’s all pretty impressive, especially when you consider that she hasn’t shot a scene for her family’s reality show in over a year. Much of the controversy has had to do with Jill’s seemingly troubled marriage. The scrutiny started with rumors of Derick Dillard cheating on Jill last year. They intensified when the couple seemed to distance themselves from one another on social media and when they spent no time with her family over the holiday season. In her own indirect way, Jill has addressed the divorce rumors , and it seems that for the time being at least, she and Derick are not going their separate ways. Of course, if she thought that would put a stop to the rumor mill, she’s got another thing coming. Instead, Duggar obsessives have merely switched gears and are now focusing on Jill’s child-rearing methods. Like so many of her sisters, Jill has been mom-shamed on numerous occasions. She’s been accused of neglect, of improper nutritional practices, and of forcing her children to walk several miles for Chick-Fil-A . But these days, most of the criticism of Jill’s parenting skills has to do with her decision to homeschool her kids. Many have pointed to Jill’s kids’ lack of verbal and mathematical skills as evidence that she’s not up to the task. And the problem, these people claim, is not only that Jill has no experience as a teacher, but also that she’s relying on seriously flawed methods and materials. The Duggars homeschool curriculum has been heavily criticized in the past, largely due to a leaked lesson plan which teaches children sexual assault victims are often to blame for their assailants’ crimes. But that’s not the only reason that the Duggars’ methods have drawn criticism. Like her siblings, Jill relies on materials from the Institute for Basic Life Principles, a highly controversial organization founded by disgraced sex offender Bill Gothard . The curriculum relies on “the teachings of Jesus Christ” to teach homeschooled children the basics in “linguistics, law, history, science, and medicine.” Nothing like a 2,000-year-old book to help your kids stay up-to-date on science! We kid, but perhaps if Jill’s kids appeared to be up to speed, her followers would be more accepting of her controversial methods. As it is, she may want to brace herself for more criticism. View Slideshow: Jill Duggar & Derick Dillard: Here’s Why Fans Think They’re Getting Divorced
Source: DuKai photographer / Getty Amtrack Passengers Left Stranded For 40 Hours Amtrack is issuing an apology to passengers who went through a scary situation on one of their locomotives. Passengers traveling to Seattle, Washington from Portland, Oregon were stuck on the tracks since Sunday when their train hit a tree that had fallen on the tracks. NBC reports that the passengers were stuck for nearly 40 hours and complained of panic attacks and screaming babies. “There has been so little communication from Amtrak. I am very disappointed,” said Kim Shelton who was stuck onboard with her daughter and spoke to “Today.” We’ve had two people have anxiety, heart-related issues. We have just had to take care of each other. There has been no help from outside.” Kim Shelton, one of the 183 passengers and crew members trapped on board a stalled Amtrak train in Oregon for 36 hours and counting, joins TODAY by phone to recount the harrowing experience. pic.twitter.com/iR6JdhJXsg — TODAY (@TODAYshow) February 26, 2019 None of the 183 passengers on board were hurt and Amtrak expressed regret over the incident. The company added that customers couldn’t be safely transported off the train because of winter weather conditions. pic.twitter.com/ZY86E7WSuP — Amtrak Alerts (@AmtrakAlerts) February 26, 2019
