It appears Hov was at the Staple Center Friday night to watch a couple of the NBA's best players battle it out. With LeBron and AD hosting Giannis and the first place Milwaukee Bucks, Jay Z figured Friday night would be a good time to take in a Lakers game.
Dripped in all black Rhude, from designer Rhuigi Villasenor, Jay sat courtside Friday night and was the man of the hour. Having chatted with Rich Paul and Michael B Jordan throughout the game, the cameras were all over Hov, and at one point, even caught his reaction to a monster dunk from LeBron late in the second quarter, which you can see for yourself (below). I’ve also included a couple pics of him and a few celebrities who paid him a visit during the game, including LeBron and AD who dapped it up with him after the game.
In other news, look for Jay Z to be featured on a couple of records off Jay Electronica's forthcoming first album, which is reportedly set to arrive on March 16th. While details remain scarce, let’s hope the release date actually sticks and these rumors of Hov being featured are true. We’ll keep you posted moving forward.
Lena Waithe Responds To Accusations She Stole Concept For “Girls Room”
Lena Waithe responds to accusation of her stealing the concept for her upcoming show "Girls Room."
Lena Waithe has been accused of stealing the idea for her new series, Girls Room, following the release of the show’s trailer. On Wednesday, Waithe took to twitter to respond, maintaining that she didn’t take the storyline from Atlanta screenwriter Nina Lee. “I was brought on to write the scripts and produce the content. I have never seen Nina Lee’s work nor would I ever steal another artist’s work,” Waithe wrote.
“As a creative myself, I can only imagine how she must be feeling and I look to #Dove to give us more clarity on the situation,” she added.
Following the trailer premiered last Friday, Nina Lee called attention to the similarities between Waithe’s work and her own and acknowledged that the storyline was the same. Lee’s project, also titled The Girls Room, was created in 2017. “I made a lot of mistakes when it came to this show. Mistakes I can still feel. And I wish I knew then what I know now. We were young and didn’t know what we had on our hands. But thanks everyone involved! I’ve written 4 shows since then so if you’re an investor holla at me,” she tweeted.
Dove, which has partnered with Waithe on the show, issued a statement to TheGrio, saying: “Dove started working on Girls Room with our partners in early 2017, and we’re proud to have teamed up with ATTN: and Lena Waithe to bring the vision to life. The name of the series was developed before Lena or ATTN: were added to the project and was selected because our scenes mainly take place in the 'Girls Room,' any similarity to other creative projects is entirely unintentional.”
Check out the trailer (below).
Jack Nicholson Mourns The Death Of Kobe Bryant In Rare Interview
“There’s a big hole in the wall” – Jack Nicholson.
Jack Nicholson is a well-known Los Angeles Lakers fan and watched Kobe Bryant do his thing for many years from his courtside seats. While the 82-year-old actor rarely appears in public or likes to give an interview, he decided to change all that for his late friend & Laker great yesterday.
Speaking with CBS Los Angeles, Mr. Nicholson said he was heartbroken over the loss. “My reaction is the same as almost all of LA,” Nicholson said. “Where we think everything’s solid, there’s a big hole in the wall. I was used to seeing and talking to Kobe that… it kills you. It’s just a terrible event.“
The Oscar winner recalled meeting Bryant for the first time at Madison Square Garden in New York. “I teased him the first time we met. I offered him a basketball and asked him if he wanted me to autograph it for him,” the actor joked. “He looked at me like I was crazy.”
And there were the countless special moments he witnessed from his famed court side seat. “I sat right behind his jump shot on the left hand side. I can see him going up and I can tell the first instant if it’s going in. I remember the totality of how great a player he was… We’ll think of him all the time and we’ll miss him,” he said sadly.
Hear what Jack had to say about Kobe (below).
Drake, Dwyane Wade, Dababy & More Mourn Tragic Death Of Kobe Bryant
The world reacts to the tragic news of Kobe's passing.
NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna Maria Onore were killed in a helicopter crash Sunday morning, as reported by TMZ. Fans, former players, celebrities and more have taken to social media to express their sympathy and reflect on the impact Kobe Bryant had on their lives and the game of basketball.
Kobe was an 18-time all-star, 5-time NBA champion and 2-time finals MVP during his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers. Kobe ended his career in 2016 as one of the most revered and respected sports figures of all time. His tireless commitment to the game inspired countless kids to pick up a basketball.
"Man I don’t even know where to start?? I started playing ball because of KOBE after watching the 2010 Finals. I had never watched ball before that and that Finals was the turning point of my life. I WANTED TO BE LIKE KOBE. I’m so FREAKING SAD right now!!!! RIP LEGEND," writes Joel Embiid.
Tyson Chandler was left visibly heartbroken during Sunday's game against the Nuggets.
"I’m at a loss for words. @kobebryant was a long-time friend, an inspiration and we shared our first-ever commercial @espn together as professionals. I love you forever #RIPMAMBA," says Keyshawn Johnson.
Check out more reactions below. Rest in peace to the greatest Laker of all-time.
Royce Da 5’9" Calls Yelawolf "David Duke" As Tension Heats Up
Royce Da 5'9" fires off some shots at a former collaborator.
Royce Da 5'9" has positioned himself for quite the year. For one, his entirely self-produced album The Allegory is slated for release on February 21st, marking a new milestone for the storied Detroit lyricist. And while the full project is still weeks away, the lead single "Overcomer" has already been eliciting plenty of strong reactions -- especially from those who still have love for the "2.0" iteration of Shady Records. Those who have heard the track likely remember a string of brutally honest bars aimed at Yelawolf, bars that some might even call "fightin' words." And from Royce, those are the types of words nobody wants to be on the receiving end of.
Yelawolf this is your first and your last pass
I ain't gon' put it on blast, your punk ass know what this about
You think it's about being loud or trying to be hostile
Till you get found face down on the ground outside of Kid Rock house
Though you a vulture pundit I hope you get sober from this
Men like, women lie, so do numbers
While the origin of the feud has yet to be fully revealed, Royce actually discussed his frustrations on The Joe Budden podcast. "It's a situation going on, especially in hip-hop. We have all kinds of different people, but we have white people who come into the business and they use the culture," explained Royce. "We got a very open culture, it's here for everybody to thrive. Some white people use that, and then go and do very evil things behind closed doors. Racist things. They make comments. It got to a point in life where if I see it, hear it, or am involved in it in any type of way, I have to start holding these people accountable."
To make matters more interesting, Royce's brother Kid Vishis fired off some shots at Yelawolf in December, tweeting "If Yelawolf is in your top Anything as far as rap/hiphop besides top Trash, let me know ASAP so I know can zap you." He proceeded to double down with a simple yet effective "fuck that dude." While Royce maybe sure to emphasize that this was not, in fact, a diss -- it's clear his warning will leave Yelawolf feeling some type of way. Perhaps even a response; Yela was clearly looking for smoke back when he fired shots at G-Eazy and Post Malone. And smoke, it appears, is what he shall have.
While promoting a video for his own "You And Me" video, Yela took a shot at Royce in the caption, writing "numbers do lie don't they Royce, yo Eminem get your hypeman before the wolves do...I ain't worried." Never one to miss a beat, Royce made sure to screenshot Yela's shot, using the opportunity to raise the stakes in the process. "I can remove you quicker than you Deleted this post, David Duke and nobody can stop me. See, you want it to be one way... But it’s the other way," retorts Royce, memories of "Malcolm X" lingering in the faint traces of his threat.
On what's already shaping up to be a busy-ass day, it looks like we've got another interesting narrative shaping up. Be sure to catch Royce on his new single "Overcomer," or on Eminem's surprise album Music To Be Murdered By.
Here’s How Your Favorite Artists Rang In The New Year
How did hip-hop get down?
New Year's Eve is a versatile evening. While some opt to ring in the transition with utter debauchery, others opt for a more reserved approach. Some even use the opportunity to take a travel day. Many use the opportunity to look forward and set goals, obtainable or otherwise, for the benefit of their future selves. No matter how you spend it, there's always something to do. Even--nay, especially-- if you're a world-famous hip-hop superstar.
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A quick perusal of both Instagram and Twitter finds many celebrations revealed, as plenty of artists made sure to touch base with their fans on the last night of the decade. Everyone from Lizzo to Travis Scott, Drake to Lil Uzi Vert, Joe Budden to the Dogg Pound Gangstas checked in with an update of sorts. Should you be curious about seeing what your favorite rapper might have gotten up to, be sure to check out the embeds below.
More importantly, however, is to make sure your own New Year is one filled with positivity. We at HNHH would like to wish you all the best on the dawn of this new decade, and invite you to share your favorite musical moments of 2009-2019 right here. Happy New Year!
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