Source: Paras Griffin / Getty Celebrity Merch Done Right Let’s be honest — just because you’re a popular celebrity with hit song or social media influencer with a popular saying , doesn’t mean that merch is cool enough for fans to spend their hard earned coins on it. Besides, some of the stuff that famous folks pass off as merch is downright insulting, or just lame. Bruh why do celebrities always come out with wack ass merch. I'm not buyin that shit — Janasia Mone't (@janasiamonet) September 20, 2019 But for every wack piece of merch, there’s a fire one selling out like hot cakes. Seeing celebs and listening to their music is damn near free now, so it’s only right that we support their products — the good, relatable, funny stuff at least. Like Keke Palmer ‘s “Sorry To This Man” T-Shirts! We could all use one of those. View this post on Instagram If you sorry to your man, those men, or that man, this is the tee for you #linkinbio #availablenow A post shared by BIG BOSS (@keke) on Sep 19, 2019 at 2:22pm PDT There are very few examples of celebrities merch being just right. Something that’s dope, creative, archival and inspirational to the consumer in some way. Hit the flip for all the times celebs got it right when it comes to their merch.
Source: Turtle Beach / TIDAL Video games and music is the perfect combination for any gaming session. Hence that is why this new partnership between leading gaming audio and accessory brand, Turtle Beach , and streaming service Tidal makes sense. Announced today,(September 19) anyone who purchases any Turtle Beach gaming headset — including, new, discounted, and refurbished products- will receive a code for three FREE months of Tidal. The promotion kicks off starting today and will run through January 31, 2020. All purchases must be on the company’s website, www.turtlebeach.com . View this post on Instagram Day 1 at @miafest was . Here's what went down! A post shared by Turtle Beach (@turtlebeach) on Sep 1, 2019 at 4:23pm PDT Speaking on the new partnership, Juergen Stark, CEO, Turtle Beach said in a statement: “We’re excited to work with TIDAL as Turtle Beach delivers a superior gaming audio experience and they deliver a superior music listening experience, and together we make a great entertainment combo for fans of both.” Lior Tibon, COO, TIDAL added: “TIDAL is committed to providing users the best sound quality while seamlessly integrating into users’ everyday activities. As a leader in the gaming audio space, there was a natural synergy to partner with Turtle Beach and provide gamers unprecedented access to music and entertainment both on and off the digital battlefields.” Not a bad deal if you ask us, a great pair of gaming headsets and a FREE subscription to Tidal, can’t beat that at all. — Photo: Turtle Beach / TIDAL
Source: WENN/Avalon / WENN At this point Tekashi 6ix9ine has more features during his testimony than those that have appeared on his actual records. The rapper, who is in the midst of day three of testimony in a trial against his former manager and more had outed Jim Jones and Cardi B as alleged members of the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods. A rep for Atlantic Records says that Cardi is not a member of the gang. In testimony, 6ix9ine called Jones a “retired rapper” and said that he was a member of the Nine Treys. The court also heard a wiretapped audio recording of Jones saying that Tekashi wasn’t a Blood no more. “He’s not a gang member no more,” Jones allegedly can be heard saying. “He was never a gang member. They going to have to violate shorty because shorty is on some bulls**t.” He allegedly said of Cardi that he knew her but did not mimic her meteoric rise by having members of the gang join him in music videos. “I knew who she was. I didn’t pay attention,” 6ix9ine allegedly told the court. Well, Cardi, despite a GQ profile where she admitted she had joined the Bloods as a teenager, had the perfect response on social media in regards to all the hoopla. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Iamcardib (@iamcardib) on Sep 19, 2019 at 2:30pm PDT Keke Palmer’s now meme-worthy interview with Vanity Far says it all. So, she might be gang but she ain’t 6ix9ine’s gang whatsoever. Q: Who is Jim Jones? #6ix9ine : He's a retired rapper. Q: Is he a member of Nine Trey? A: Yes. — Inner City Press (@innercitypress) September 19, 2019 Prosecutors play phone call between Nine Trey godfather Mel Murda and rapper Jim Jones. Tekashi says Jones is in Nine Trey. Jones: “He not a gang member no more. He was never a gang member. They going to have to violate shorty because shorty is on some bull–it.” — Stephen Brown (@PPVSRB) September 19, 2019 [ione_media_gallery src=”https://theboxhouston.com” id=”9875589″ overlay=”true”]
Source: Jeff Kravitz / Getty Kendrick Lamar Just Copped A New Crib In Manhattan Beach Kendrick Lamar and his longtime love just welcomed their bundle of joy to the family in July, so it’s only right they start this journey with a new home. Fresh off news that Kendrick made an appearance in the top 10 on Forbes’ highest paid hip-hop artists in 2019, the rapper just spent some of that hard-earned money on a new crib. According to reports from Variety , Lamar dropped $9.73 million on a mansion in Manhattan Beach, California–which is very close to his hometown, Compton. Because this was an off-market deal, photos of the interior are currently unavailable, but Powers Development were behind the mansion, a company known for its luxury homes. The house has four bedrooms and seven bathrooms across three stories and 5,350 square feet. Definitely not a small house by any means, but still pretty modest for a rapper of his caliber. Before this latest purchase, Kung-Fu Kenny spent $523,400 for a house in Eastvale, Riverdale County back in 2016. One year later, he paid $2.65 million for a home in a gated community in Calabasas, which he reportedly gifted to his mother and other family members thereafter. We can only hope this new crib has a studio in it so Kendrick can get to work on another album. It’s been 2-and-a-half years, sir, we’re waiting. View this post on Instagram Thankyou. A post shared by Kendrick Lamar (@kendricklamar) on Oct 2, 2018 at 10:02am PDT
Source: Jeff Kravitz / Getty Kendrick Lamar Just Copped A New Crib In Manhattan Beach Kendrick Lamar and his longtime love just welcomed their bundle of joy to the family in July, so it’s only right they start this journey with a new home. Fresh off news that Kendrick made an appearance in the top 10 on Forbes’ highest paid hip-hop artists in 2019, the rapper just spent some of that hard-earned money on a new crib. According to reports from Variety , Lamar dropped $9.73 million on a mansion in Manhattan Beach, California–which is very close to his hometown, Compton. Because this was an off-market deal, photos of the interior are currently unavailable, but Powers Development were behind the mansion, a company known for its luxury homes. The house has four bedrooms and seven bathrooms across three stories and 5,350 square feet. Definitely not a small house by any means, but still pretty modest for a rapper of his caliber. Before this latest purchase, Kung-Fu Kenny spent $523,400 for a house in Eastvale, Riverdale County back in 2016. One year later, he paid $2.65 million for a home in a gated community in Calabasas, which he reportedly gifted to his mother and other family members thereafter. We can only hope this new crib has a studio in it so Kendrick can get to work on another album. It’s been 2-and-a-half years, sir, we’re waiting. View this post on Instagram Thankyou. A post shared by Kendrick Lamar (@kendricklamar) on Oct 2, 2018 at 10:02am PDT
Source: Samir Hussein / Getty While it’s easy to think that models having access to the best estheticians doesn’t leave any room for skincare issues, Adwoa Aboah proves that it’s not the case. We love when celebs use their platform to foster change and uplift the community and the model is doing just that! As the founder of Gurls Talk , an online community that welcomes women of various ages to openly discuss topics ranging from mental health to body image, the month of September focuses on skin and body. In honor of the program, Adwoa got candid with her fans about her struggles with acne by posting a series of selfies. The selfies reflect a year-long project that documented her ups and downs with acne. From dark spots to blemishes and everything in between Adwoa is holding nothing back. View this post on Instagram In honor of our monthly theme of ‘Skin and Body’, I will be posting from a personal project that I have been creating for the last 2/3 years. Only ever meant for my eyes in order to obsessively scrutinize over my up and down battle with my skin. Some days it was acne, some days it wasn’t too bad, then mass breakouts followed by clear as day skin. It was exhausting never knowing what your skin was going to look like from one day to another, it was even more exhausting caring so much, about what work thought or if people noticed. Constantly apologizing whilst sat in front of a mirror for something that was out of my control, obsessing over my skin to a point that was very unhealthy at the best of times. This month as much as I can I will be posting those photos, not because my skin is the worst you’ve ever seen but because it feels time to let that shit go, time to join force with a community who bare their pimples for the world to see. A post shared by Adwoa Aboah (@adwoaaboah) on Sep 10, 2019 at 2:00am PDT There is no denying that sharing untouched images of ourselves, flaws and all can be an uncomfortable experience, it’s also empowering. Acne is one of the most common skin conditions that affects so many people from various ages. Like Adwoa, we believe that it’s important to show the world that you should be comfortable in your own skin no matter what. And her fans agree! One fan in particular commended her vulnerability saying, “I can’t tell you how refreshing it is to have someone speak out honestly and open heartedly about adult acne and the struggles that go with it, the fan shares. ” I suffered for so many years and even at the ripe age of 40, it still lingers and troubles me. I have the scars to prove it. I feel every pain babes. Thank you for baring all to us and advocating positivity in a real way.” While we can all agree that dealing with the ups and downs of acne can be a trying process, it feel amazing to know that we are not alone. Acne doesn’t define our beauty or who we are as people. And we are so proud of Adwoa for creating the conversation. How have you struggled with acne? Let us know down in the comments below! DON’T MISS: TRIED & TRUE: Treat Acne With Peter Thomas Roth’s NEW Therapeutic Sulfure Masque Acne Be Gone! How To Get Rid Of Your Acne How To Treat Sweat Body Acne [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”3058336″ overlay=”true”]
Tori Roloff is pregnant, proud… and beautiful. The veteran Little People, Big World shared a trio of new maternity photos on Instagram last night, making it clear she’s (hopefully) over previous self-esteem issues that have resulted from her second pregnancy. “Baby girl I just can not wait to meet you,” wrote the TLC personality as a very simple and sweet caption to the images above and below. Tori and husband Zach announced in mid-May that they were expecting a sibling for adorable son Jackson, confirming at the time that it will be a baby girl. “We are so excited to announce that Jackson is going to be a big brother! We can not wait to meet our sweet baby girl!” they said at the time. Since then, Tori has kept fans well apprised of her physical status, via pictures such as this, along with her mental status. Meaning what, exactly? The beloved reality star has admitted that this second pregnancy has been more challenging than her first, mainly due to how quickly and significantly her belly bump has grown. “I have had a harder time accepting my body this go around,” Tori explained in July, adding of her mindset back then: “I’ve gotten bigger a lot faster than I did with Jackson and I’ve become a lot more insecure.” Explained a candid Tori this summer: “It’s been hard to really enjoy this pregnancy because I’ve let my own body image issues get in the way.” This made us sad to hear — but then Tori’s subequent section of this same post just made us love her more than ever. “Us as women are so badass,” she continued. “Like we can grow babies. And I know I need to give this up to God right and be thankful for this gift-and I’m trying trust me. But for all those women out there-pregnant or not- you need to hear this just like I do.” And she concluded back then, as a message to other mothers-to-be: You’re beautiful, you’re strong, and dang it love yourself no matter what. I know someone besides just me needs to hear that today. So excuse me while I go try my best to live out these words and continue growing a freaking human being. Is there any doubt now why Roloff is one of our favorite television personalities? We sincerely hope that the release of these new maternity photos means Tori is feeling more upbeat about her figure at the moment. Earlier this month, she did confirm much . It’s been better these days,” she told a fan in an Instagram Q&A, explaining in more detail: “Baby girl is sitting really low, so she’s making my hips and hip flexors ache pretty bad.” To hear more from Tori and to learn more about all she’s been going through as an expecting mother, click below: View Slideshow: Tori Roloff Strikes Gorgeous Maternity Pose, Gets Honest About Pregnancy
If, for some reason, you were feeling nostalgic for the gangsta rap feuds of the early ’90s — a time when life was cheap in the recording industry, as young artists were struck down with alarming frequency — then you might be getting a kick out the latest twists in the strange saga of Tekashi69. For the rest of us, of course, the whole thing is just sad and horrifying: Back in November Tekashi — whose real name is Daniel Hernandez — was arrested in connection with a list of crimes that would make Al Capone blush. Attempted murder, extortion, soliciting sex from a minor — you name it, Hernandez has been accused of it. Not surprisingly, Mr. 69 was denied bail and is still awaiting trial. Tekashi is still facing life behind bars, but he improved his chances for a dramatically shortened sentence this week when he took the stand to testify against [checks notes] the entire hip hop community! Okay, that may be a bit of an exaggeration, but Tekashi has named a lot of names during his two days of testimony in the trial of Aljermiah “Nuke” Mack and Anthony “Harv” Ellison. Mack and Ellison are alleged members of Hernandez’s former gang, the Nine Trey Bloods. Tekashi linked the pair to numerous crimes in his first day of testimony, but they’re certainly not the only ones he’s implicated. Of course, given what we now know about his strained relationship with the Nine Treys, it’s possible that Hernandez’s snitching is motivated by more than just a reduced sentence. TMZ has obtained dashcam footage that shows Tekashi being kidnapped by members of the gang. The rapper says he was later pistol-whipped by his captors. In his comments about the Nine Treys, Hernandez also identified rapper Jim Jones as a member of the gang. Prosecutors corroborated the claim and played a tape of what they say is a phone conversation in which Jones collaborated with Nine Trey top brass in a scheme to murder Tekashi. “[6ix9ine] was never a gang member. They going to have to violate shorty because shorty is on some bullsh-t,” Jones reportedly remarked. He has not yet commented publicly on the matter. Of course, 69 isn’t just playing the victim here. In today’s testimony, he admitted to putting out a $20,000 hit on rival rapper Chief Keef. When his hired gunman missed the target, Tekashi says, he lowered the price to $10,000. Hey, at least he’s frugal! As has been the case throughout the trial, today’s testimony inspired a number of top-notch memes. It’s true that Tekashi could still wind up serving a decade behind bars. After all, hiring contract killers is not something that prosecutors take lightly. However, it’s also possible that with time served, he could be out in less than a year. Legal experts speculate that the rapper will promptly enter witness protection upon his release. Smart idea — but the rainbow hair and face tattoos might make it difficult for the rapper to blend in rural Arkansas.
Briana DeJesus. Bless her heart. The 16 & Pregnant cast member slash Teen Mom 2 firebrand is many things, but she has never been lucky in love. Yet when it came to her most recent boyfriend, John Rodriguez, it looked there was at long last reason for hope. Alas, she broke up with him last month, and when the news surfaced, there seemed to be many reasons for that. But was one of them a bombshell no one could've expected – that he went and got someone else pregnant?! That's the rumor going around, and THG is here to get after it and break things down for you as only we can. [Rolls up sleeves, takes deep breath …] 1. Oh, Girl … We’ve seen just a few of Briana’s relationships play out on television – namely the romantic interludes she had with Devoin Austin, Luis Miguel, Javi Marroquin, and John Rodriguez. Okay, that’s more than a few. But you get the idea. 2. Wowza Luis barely counts, in our view, because they were barely together and now he never comes around. Meanwhile, things between her and Devoin have always been at least a little rocky since the beginning of time. 3. That Time We did get to see a lot of her relationship with Javi, but like, do we have to remember it? Marroquin puts on a good nice-guy front, but as we’ve seen from his marriage to Kailyn Lowry and his recent scandal with Lauren Comeau and that girl he got naked with in the bathroom, every romance he’s involved with goes south fast – in dramatic fashion. 4. True Love? But back to Briana. She recently started dating John, and things were good. Really good. John did seem to be different. A lot different. 5. Making It Work It may have been tough, sure, since he lived in New York and of course she’s in Florida, but she said she was very happy with him. And she’s never one to mince words or sugar coat anything. 6. So Sad Unfortunately, last month Briana announced that she and John had gone their separate ways. View Slideshow
As it sadly turns out, not even a ” miracle baby ” could save Kenya Moore and Marc Daly. Two years after The Real Housewives of Atlanta cast member and her husband exchanged vows, and 10 months after Moore welcomed a child into the world at age 48… … the couple has announced its split. In a statement to People Magazine on Thursday afternoon, this is what Moore said about the unfortunate development: “It is with profound sadness that I regret to inform my fans that I am divorcing my husband Marc Daly. “Due to recent and ongoing circumstances, I can no longer continue in the marriage. My sole concern and focus is and will always be my daughter, Brooklyn, my miracle baby. “She was made in love and true commitment. I ask for our privacy to be respected moving forward.” Those are especially strong, interesting and noteworthy words for multiple reasons. FIRST, couple nearly always say they are “separating,” not straight-up “divorcing,” presumably to leave themselves a bit of wiggle room in case they choose to get back together. SECOND, recent and ongoing circumstances sounds rather ominous, doesn’t it? Notice that this wasn’t joint statement, either, and that Kenya didn’t wish Marc the best going forward or anything. We hate to speculate, but we can understand why there may be talk of infidelity following this announcement. Moore and have been married since June 2017, when they tied the knot in a romantic sunset ceremony on a St. Lucia beach. Kenya, who initially starred on seasons 5-10, is returning to The Real Housewives of Atlanta for season 12 after taking the year off. She confirmed she was a full-time cast member by showing off her peach this past July. “I was hungry so I snatched a
