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Writer Sues Karen Civil For Firing Her Over Nicki Minaj Tweet

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Source: John Lamparski / Getty Writer Tuwanna Thompson, known professionally as Wanna, is suing Karen Civil and the CEO of her website Christian Emiliano. The lawsuit stems from a tweet she posted regarding rapper Nicki Minaj . Last year, a writer found herself in the middle of a Twitter war with not only rapper Nicki Minaj but her legion of fans: The Barbs. The whole thing started when Wanna Thompson, whose real name is Tuwanna, shared an honest and kindly worded tweet about how she would like to have seen Nicki’s lyrical content change and grow as she does. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news.  ( Terms and conditions ). She wrote: “You know how dope it would be if Nicki put out mature content?” Just reflecting on past relationships, being a boss, hardships, etc. She’s touching 40 soon, a new direction is needed.” As a result, Nicki Minaj hopped in her DM with some less than kind words. Nicki Minaj exhibited #Queen behaviour when she hopped in my DMs and insulted me numerous times over an innocent music opinion while her fans continue to harass me and DM me death threats. This is NOT okay. pic.twitter.com/bJI9TVvJV7 — Stacy, Tracy, Ronna, & Ronda, Donna, Yolanda, Ta.. (@WannasWorld) July 1, 2018 Afterward, Nicki’s fans began their months-long harassment of Thompson , which included them sending her threatening DMs and messages on all her social media accounts, email and even her cell phone. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit Thompson told The New York Times that eventually she felt her daughter’s safety was threatened. Thompson said that if she knew the tweet would cause this much commotion, she would have never sent it. In addition to the threats, Thompson was subsequently fired from her internship as a writer with Karen Civil’s company, who has worked with Minaj in the past. Which is why she is suing Civil, claiming that Emiliano’s tweets about her impacted her ability to find employment after her termination from Civil’s company. She’s suing for $1.5 million for defamation. According to Hot New Hip Hop , Civil’s attorney, Walter Mosley, responded to the story of the lawsuit. “We have not been served with any lawsuit so we can not respond to the specifics of this alleged case. However, my firm was hired to respond to defamation and figure assault perpetrated by this young lady many months ago and it seems like her actions have persisted from reading this article. At this time we will reserve our rights to exercise the full extent of every available remedy both financial and/or filing for injunctive relief. We should also remind Tuwanna Thompson that she is still under a comprehensive NDA w/ Karen Civil. Karen Civil is the CEO & Owner of all her companies & properties.” [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”2010347″ overlay=”true”] This story was originally published on MadameNoire.com .  ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Ja Rule’s Daughter Brittney Atkins Looking Like Her Daddy’s Twin [PHOTOS] Taraji P. Henson Unveils Her Natural Hair, Reveals Plans To Launch Haircare Brand [PHOTO] Karlie Redd’s Rarely Seen Daughter Appeared On Love And Hip Hop Atlanta And She’s Her Mom’s Twin [VIDEO] Follow @TheRSMS

Writer Sues Karen Civil For Firing Her Over Nicki Minaj Tweet

Geto Boys’ Willie D Reveals Reason He Skipped Bushwick Bill’s Funeral: “Bill Didn’t Like Me — I Ain’t Like Bill” [VIDEO]

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Source: Frazer Harrison / Getty For the hip hop heads… Willie D revealed in a VladTV interview that he didn’t plan to show up at Bushwick Bill ‘s recent funeral. The Geto Boys rapper passed away last month after battling pancreatic cancer. Despite bringing Bill into Geto Boys and writing his legendary rhymes, Willie D skipped Bill’s procession. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news.  ( Terms and conditions ). “When somebody has a funeral man, it’s like this — I feel like it’s disingenuous for somebody to come to your funeral who you don’t like,” he said. “Bill didn’t like me. I ain’t like Bill, you know what I’m saying? That’s the truth. This ain’t no phony shit. I know that everybody want to do some politically correct shit and all that, but that’s the truth, bro.” Watch: Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”2007543″ overlay=”true”] ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Bushwick Bill Passes Away At 52 Bushwick Bill Of The Geto Boys Diagnosed With Stage 4 Cancer Kurtis Blow’s Surgery Brings Attention To The Health Of Aging Rappers Follow @TheRSMS

Geto Boys’ Willie D Reveals Reason He Skipped Bushwick Bill’s Funeral: “Bill Didn’t Like Me — I Ain’t Like Bill” [VIDEO]

Headline Heat: Tiffany Foxx Talks Beef With Nicki Minaj, Fight With Jessica Dime & More

Tiffany Foxx On Headline Heat Tiffany Foxx has been on her grind for many, many years, and now the St. Louis emcee is back with a new album and new attitude. Foxx recently stopped by to chat it up and clear up some of the wildest headlines BOSSIP has written about her — and as you can imagine, ish got real. Tiffany dished on everything from Nicki Minaj stopping her bag to allegedly catching the fade from Jessica Dime . But despite the drama, Foxx is still all about the music. Her new album, BBC (Bad B**** Commandments) is available on all major platforms. Check out the video above to see what else the rapper had to share.

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Oh Word?: Young Thug Thinks Lil Nas X Shouldn’t Have Announced His Sexuality [Video]

Source: Lil Nas X / Columbia Records Young Thug has a very unique view on life and how we all should be living it. This was further cemented when discussing Lil Nas X coming out. As spotted on  High Snobiety   the at times sexually ambiguous performer sat down for an interview with Adam22 for No Jumper . While the two discussed several topics it was his take on the “Old Town Road” rapper’s announcing that he is gay that took many by surprise. “I feel like he probably shouldn’t have told the world, because these days—motherf***ers is just all judgement,” he explained. “It ain’t even about the music no more. Soon as the song comes on everybody’s like ‘this gay ass n***a’.” Shortly after making the comment it seemed to dawn on him that his theory could get him on the hot seat thus he quickly elaborated his stance. “It wasn’t a bad idea and it was most definitely the best time to do it. During Pride [Month]. That was a G’s move.” Thug also made it clear that the Atlanta native’s decision isn’t for the weak and if there is anyone in the game that can relate it would be him. “But it’s like, he young and I know what he going to be dealing with. I dealt with this sh*t before.” Most recently Jeffery jumped on the “Old Town Road” remix . You can view the interview with the Lil Nas X segment starting at the 15:00 minute mark. Photo: WENN.com

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Nipsey Hussle’s Baby Mama Says She’s NOT An Unfit Mother

Source: Shun Atkins / Radio One The unfortunate custody battle over NIpsye Hussle’s daughter Emani is still going and now his daughter’s mother is saying she’s not unfit but her lifestyle has drastically changed since Nipsey’s death. via: TMZ  Tanisha Foster  says in legal docs, obtained by TMZ, she and Nipsey shared responsibility for parenting 10-year-old  Emani . She seems to be rebutting the family’s contention she’s not capable of caring for the child, saying they are ignoring the fact Nipsey provided for her … setting her up in an apartment and providing for her livelihood. She’s insinuating she’s been cut off and that’s not what Nipsey would want. She also says, she’s not the only person involved in the case with a “problem past,” but she says she’s choosing not to “sling mud.” She says she can’t pay rent, she’s been cut off financially and is in desperate shape. Foster notes the lifestyle she and Emani were used to before  Nipsey’s death  won’t be the same … but she is willing to make it work to the best of her ability. She’s asking the judge to at least give her visitation rights. Foster says, “If everyone was truly interested in doing what is best for Emani, they would treat me as her mother and not in the manner that they have. Nipsey’s family was  awarded temporary custody  of Emani, claiming Tanisha is  an unfit mother .

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Announces Return Of ‘Making The Band’ In 2020

Source: Rob Loud / Getty We figured Diddy was up to something. Today (July 15), Sean “Diddy” Combs” and MTV announced that OG reality series Making The Band will be returning in 2020. Last week, Diddy had the Internets on fire when he asked his followers if they were into the idea of the reality competition series’ return. Along with nostalgia for seeing aspiring artists walk all the way to Brooklyn for some cheesecake (the original premiered back in 2002), the overwhelming response was basically, Hell yes. Diddy made the announcement via Instagram, obviously, and even began by bigging up Seth Rogen and Wale for sparking the idea. “I know that I’m going to build the biggest bands in the world,” said Diddy while reminiscing about the fun times he had with the show that launched acts including Danity Kane, Day26, Da Band and Donnie Klang. But this time he’s doing a global talent search. The Internets makes that easier. “I’ve made my decision… #MakingTheBand is coming back!!! This will be a global talent search, upload your auditions now using #MTBcasting!!,” reads the caption of Diddy’s video announcement. “We couldn’t be happier to welcome back the incomparable Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs to his rightful home at MTV,” said Nina L. Diaz, MTV’s President of Entertainment, via a press statement.. “‘Making the Band’ was ahead of its time and the ultimate disruptor – fans everywhere have been clamoring for a return and they are in for the biggest, most iconic season yet.” As for some details, submissions will be accepted across all social platforms including Instagram, YouTube and Twitter, by uploading a video submission using #MTBCasting . There will be more casting opportunities announced in the weeks ahead. The music performance app Smule will also be used to help launch the “Making the Band” campaign.   View this post on Instagram I’ve made my decision… #MakingTheBand is coming back!!! This will be a global talent search, upload your auditions now using #MTBcasting!! A post shared by Diddy (@diddy) on Jul 15, 2019 at 10:13am PDT

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Lashana Lynch Will Make History As The First Black Woman To Take On 007 Role In New James Bond Film

Source: Slaven Vlasic / Getty On Tuesday it was announced that Lashana Lynch would take the reign as the new 007 as Daniel Craig is now passing the torch along. It was reported by British Tabloid Daily Mail that 007 would be experiencing a radical makeover in the form of 31-year-old black women and making history. For years now it has been speculated that Daniel Craig’s last time on screen as James Bond would be in 2020 with the released of Bond 25, (this is not the official name, just the temporary name to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the British Secret Service Agent.) According to the report, the upcoming,  film will reveal Lynch as the new 007 with Craig’s character coming out of retirement to team up with her for one last mission. The James Bond series has spanned over 60 years, with the first movie coming out in 1962, featuring Sean Connery. Through the years the show has developed a very loyal and protective fan base. In the series’ existence, six different characters have served as James Bond, all six have been white men. Back in 2014, it was reported by many outlets that Idris Elba would take over as the new James Bond, that upset many of the 007 fan base.o “There is a pivotal scene at the start of the film where M says ‘Come in 007’, and in walks Lashana who is black, beautiful and a woman,” a “movie insider” told the tabloid. “It’s a popcorn-dropping moment. Bond is still Bond, but he’s been replaced as 007 by this stunning woman.” Then in April of 2018 Elba came out and squashed those rumors stating that he is not interested in the position, saying “You’re THAT character, and known as that character for many, many years.” “There is a pivotal scene at the start of the film where M says ‘Come in 007’, and in walks Lashana who is black, beautiful and a woman,” a “movie insider” told the outlet. “It’s a popcorn-dropping moment. Bond is still Bond, but he’s been replaced as 007 by this stunning woman.” The movie is written by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, who is also a newcomer to the Bond series. The movie currently has a release date of April 8, 2020.

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Founder Of Louisiana African-American Museum Found Dead In Trunk Of Car

Source: The Washington Post / Getty The founder of an African-American Museum in Baton Rouge, LA has been found dead in the trunk of a car three miles from her home. Sadie Roberts-Joseph , 75, was mysteriously found Friday (July 12)  CNN reports. Her cause of death is still unknown. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news.  ( Terms and conditions ). Roberts-Joseph was dedicated to giving back to the Baton Rouge community. She founded the Odell S. Williams Now and Then African American Museum in 2001 where many events are held including an annual Juneteenth celebration. Roberts-Joseph had also founded her own nonprofit,  Community Against Drugs and Violence,  which was dedicated to making the Baton Rouge streets safer for children. “Ms. Sadie was a tireless advocate of peace in the community,” the Baton Rouge police department said in a Facebook post. “Ms. Sadie is a treasure to our community, she will be missed by BRPD and her loss will be felt in the community she served.” Sadie Roberts-Joseph, 75, an activist and founder of an African-American museum in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, was found dead in the trunk of a car. The cause of death is unknown, police say. https://t.co/Ve7uApdBUQ pic.twitter.com/jNaupQtQ2U — CNN Breaking News (@cnnbrk) July 14, 2019 The East Baton Rouge Parish Coroner’s Office will perform an autopsy to determine her cause of death. “We lost a Cultural Legend Yesterday! #RIP Sadie Roberts Joseph,” the Baton Rouge branch of the NAACP said in a statement. “From reviving Juneteenth, to the Culture preserved at Her Museum, she was a trendsetter and icon in this City.” Ms. Sadie Roberts-Joseph is her name and every major media outlet need to be covering this right now. #justiceforsadie https://t.co/u3u6OX7bGG pic.twitter.com/j3XRJGGPGO — afro archangel jay (@JAYVERSACE) July 13, 2019 Her museum features an exhibit on former President Barack Obama, African art, a black inventor exhibit and a 1953 bus that was in the civil rights boycott. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit This story was originally published on MadameNoire.com . ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Ja Rule’s Daughter Brittney Atkins Looking Like Her Daddy’s Twin [PHOTOS] Taraji P. Henson Unveils Her Natural Hair, Reveals Plans To Launch Haircare Brand [PHOTO] Karlie Redd’s Rarely Seen Daughter Appeared On Love And Hip Hop Atlanta And She’s Her Mom’s Twin [VIDEO] Follow @TheRSMS  

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Cardi B Explains Why She Won’t Go On A Headlining Tour

Source: Thaddaeus McAdams / Getty Sorry Bardi Gang, but Cardi B is refusing to do a headlining tour. The “Press” rapper broke down why she won’t be embarking on her first headlining tour despite her success. In a now deleted Instagram post, Cardi said it is more lucrative for her to do festivals rather than concerts of her own. The costs of going on tour and funding her stage production would come out of her pocket, which she isn’t ready to do. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news.  ( Terms and conditions ). “I find it so funny that people that ARE NOT FANS have the biggest concerns on why haven’t I done a tour. Welp because here you go, let me break it down for you,” she captioned on the deleted post . “Let’s say if I go on tour and I do 600K a night right… sounds good but let’s get in the touring business shall we? Stage production gotta be massive since the fans pay massive so just on stage and production I will have to put about 450K maybe more a night since you know Bardigang deserve everything. Don’t forget, outfit, makeup, hair, I’ll be left with like 150k a night.” Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit Cardi posted what she is grossing from her gigs and her stance is understandable.  She headlined the BET Experience Weekend and brought home $500,000. Her performance at the Palms Resort and Casino earned her $300,000. She performed at the Open Air Frauenfeld in Europe on July 11th and she raked in $900,000. “Now why would I do that now when I can go on tour on my second album while I get festival and independent Cardi concerts. Money??? Mhhhhhmmmmmm… You see ya might think I’m dumb cause my attitude or the way I think but one thing bout Bardi I loveeeee money and I know how to make it …I hope I answer ya question …Thank you. Just stop it already.” Besides being booked for the summer, Cardi is also starring in the  Hustlers  film alongside Jennifer Lopez and Lizzo, which will hit theaters September 13th. Take a look at the major coins Cardi is raking in below. View this post on Instagram #CardiB posted her booking numbers and says she will be on tour for her second album..Not only is she breaking records but she’s learned the business #Dangerous #bx #press #invasionofprivacy #hustlers A post shared by Swavthevisionary (@swavthevisionary) on Jul 11, 2019 at 8:08pm PDT   This story was originally published on MadameNoire.com .  [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”2007892″ overlay=”true”] ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Ja Rule’s Daughter Brittney Atkins Looking Like Her Daddy’s Twin [PHOTOS] Taraji P. Henson Unveils Her Natural Hair, Reveals Plans To Launch Haircare Brand [PHOTO] Karlie Redd’s Rarely Seen Daughter Appeared On Love And Hip Hop Atlanta And She’s Her Mom’s Twin [VIDEO] Follow @TheRSMS

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Sweet Affluent Matrimony-dom: Tip Surprises Tiny With Ritzy Diamond Jewels & More Extravagant Bestowals For Her Birthday

Source: Lester Cohen / Getty Must Be Nice! T.I. Surprises Tiny With Extravagant Gifts For Her Birthday Tip LOVES him some Tameka “Tiny” Harris , that’s why no expense was spared for her birthday surprises. For the first B-day bestowal, T.I. shared on social media the sweet “dinner and diamond drink” gag he pulled on his sweetie. At his wife’s birthday dinner, The Hustle Gang boss placed a six-figure piece of jewelry in Tiny’s drink, requesting she drink to the bottom to see her gift. In the end, Tiny pulls out an AMAZING necklace, full of diamonds and ruby accents. Tiny uncontrollably kisses her hubby in elation. Whew! Look at the detail: View this post on Instagram All Bullshit aside… It’s A pleasure to Show Out & Pipe UP for the Queen Each and every year…. Happy Birthday Mrs Harris. We’re all thankful & blessed to have you in our lives,reminding us that Life is for Laughter & Living!!! I’m fasho gon see to it that your cup runneth over with All my Love,Forever More… Side Note: The best is yet to come…. Aint no turnin’down Jack!!!! TUH Not on MY watch … HellisYouSayin FOOL ?!?! #HappyBirthdayMrsH #NobodyDoesItLikeBigDaddyHarris A post shared by TIP (@troubleman31) on Jul 14, 2019 at 2:16pm PDT More impressive are the words T.I. had for hi sweet lady on her birthday. He says: A pleasure to Show Out & Pipe UP for the Queen Each and every year…. Happy Birthday Mrs Harris. We’re all thankful & blessed to have you in our lives, reminding us that life is for Laughter & Living!!! I’m fasho gon see to it that your cup runneth over with All my Love, Forever More.   Happy birthday Tameka! Hit the flip to see more the surprises Tip had for his lovely wife on her birthday.

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