Tisha Campbell revealed this week that she has been diagnosed with AuDHD, a co-occurring condition of autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The “Martin” star shared the news during a recent interview, explaining that the formal diagnosis came only after she completed her recent memoir. The diagnosis follows years of Campbell advocating for the autistic community while raising her son, Xen, who is also on the spectrum. Campbell said her therapist suggested she seek testing after observing specific patterns in her behavior and nervous system responses during sessions focused on processing trauma. To ensure accuracy, Campbell said she saw two separate specialists and underwent 12 different assessments with each provider. These evaluations included oral exams, written tests and extensive question-and-answer sessions. The results confirmed she is “level one” on the spectrum, a category that generally describes individuals who live independently but may require support with social communication and sensory processing. During the interview, Campbell admitted to “masking” her symptoms for decades to fit into social norms. She said growing up in Newark meant that she felt she could not afford to stand out or appear different, leading her to hide her natural behaviors from the public eye. “My whole entire life, I’ve masked in front of the public and I’ve masked with my loudness and my jokes,” Campbell said. “That was my way of hiding in plain sight.” One behavior she frequently concealed is stimming, which involves repetitive physical movements or sounds used for self-regulation. Campbell also noted that she now understands her lifelong dedication to acting and music as “special interests,” a term used to describe the deep fixations or obsessions often experienced by neurodivergent individuals. She said the diagnosis has also strengthened the bond with her son, who was reportedly thrilled to learn that his mother shared his neurodivergent identity. Ironically, the revelation occurred just as Campbell released her new book, “The A Word: A Mother’s Journey Through Autism and Love.” Because the clinical results arrived this year, the details of her own AuDHD diagnosis are not included in the published text.

Chicago hip-hop has lost one of its early radio champions this week in Mark “DJ Ice Box” Josephson, whose broadcasts helped introduce local rap to a wider audience, who died July 19 at 58. Josephson was a University of Chicago student in 1986 when he began spinning records at WHPK-FM 88.5. He studied Near Eastern languages and civilizations while hosting late-night rap as DJ Ice Box. With a tagline of “This is Ice Box keeping your hip-hop fresh,” he played rap music on a University of Chicago radio show at a time mainstream radio wouldn’t touch the genre. https://t.co/0grml5dm6n — Chicago Sun-Times (@Suntimes) September 18, 2026 WHPK’s rap program launched in 1984. At the time, Chicago’s commercial stations rarely played hip-hop. The station operated at only 100 watts, but its signal reached much of the South Side. For young rappers, WHPK became a crucial connection to Chicago’s emerging hip-hop culture. “We stumbled across WHPK one day in the mid-’80s,” Darrell “Artistic” Roberts recalled. “They rapping.” Roberts belonged to the Curfew Crew, a group of teenage rappers from Chicago’s 101st Street and State Street area. The crew battled other neighborhood groups and taped WHPK broadcasts. Josephson and his fellow DJs played rap records sourced from New York. They also welcomed tapes from Chicago artists seeking their first radio exposure. Rappers sometimes called the station from a nearby payphone. DJs would collect their tapes and occasionally invite the artists inside. CHICAGO Hip-Hop DJ Mark “DJ Ice Box” Josephson Dead At 58 That connection helped Roberts get his first song played on Chicago radio. C. “Kingdom Rock” Sanders, a Curfew Crew contemporary, later co-founded the Chicago Hip Hop Heritage Museum. He remembered Josephson as an unconventional figure behind the turntables. “He was a slender, Caucasian, Jewish man with glasses and an Afro,” Sanders said. “You would not expect him to be playing the music he was playing.” John Schauer, another WHPK DJ known as J.P. Chill, said the pair never tried to mimic Black culture. “We were just like, ‘We are who we are,’” Schauer said. “We were different, and we were accepted.” Roberts said their connection transcended race. “Our spirits connected us to the culture,” he said. Josephson later became an attorney but never abandoned music. In 2024, he attended a Common concert wearing a WHPK shirt. “It was surreal to see a bunch of middle-aged Black guys get so excited to meet my dad,” his son, Ari Josephson, said. Josephson had frontotemporal dementia and ALS. He is survived by his wife, Lea, and children Ari and Shayna.

Hip-Hop star Yung Miami’s solo era is gathering serious momentum due to the success of her Uptown Records’ debut “Spend Dat.” Her breakout single for the relaunched Uptown Records, has reached RIAA platinum eligibility. Released April 24, the J. White Did It-produced track became a defining record of Miami’s 2026 run. It climbed to No. 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped multiple radio charts. Yung Miami says she’s going to bet on herself everytime after ‘Spend Dat’ goes platinum pic.twitter.com/XqVZO0SrpE — 2Cool2Blog (@2Cool2Blog) September 15, 2026 The milestone arrives months after Miami joined Uptown Records’ first wave of artists. The storied label relaunched under Republic Collective with Miami, G Herbo and Trap Dickey. “This is a legendary label being resurrected,” Miami said of Uptown. “Uptown already feels like home.” “Spend Dat” has since become the centerpiece of her solo campaign. The former City Girls member has spent the year carving out space beyond her work with JT. The song’s RIAA milestone measures more than traditional purchases. Platinum represents one million certified units under the organization’s current digital single standards. The RIAA counts eligible permanent downloads and on-demand audio and video streams. One hundred fifty qualifying streams equal one certified unit. Hip-Hop Star Yung Miami’s “Spend Dat” Reaches RIAA Platinum Eligibility Miami has also expanded the song’s reach through two remixes. Lil Baby and Kodak Black joined the U.S. remix, while Davido, Shenseea and Vybz Kartel appeared on the international version. Those collaborations arrived as “Spend Dat” continued its chart run. The song has remained on the Billboard Hot 100 for multiple weeks, reinforcing its staying power. Miami’s achievement follows years of success with City Girls. Now, “Spend Dat” offers a different kind of statement. It belongs to her solo catalog, under a newly revived label with its own history. Uptown helped define hip-hop and R&B through artists including Mary J. Blige, Jodeci and Heavy D. For Miami, the connection carries symbolic weight. She is entering Uptown’s next chapter while building one of her own. The platinum-eligible “Spend Dat” has become the clearest marker yet of that transition. Its success gives Miami another significant milestone before her anticipated solo debut album. The record has already carried her from Miami nightlife to national radio and the Billboard Top 20. Now, the RIAA milestone adds another chapter to her solo ascent.

Cardi B denied internet rumors suggesting she is secretly maintaining a romantic relationship with her estranged husband, Offset. The “Bodak Yellow” artist took to social media this week to address speculation that the former couple, who share three children, are still “messing around” despite their ongoing divorce proceedings. The controversy erupted after social media users pointed to posts from an account linked to model Melanie Jayda, who was previously seen with Offset in Dubai. The posts alluded to women who continue to hook up with their former partners behind the backs of new significant others. Cardi B, 33, did not mince words in her response, asserting that she has completely closed the door on their romantic history. “Never in your life never in THIS life,” Cardi wrote in a post on X, which she later deleted. “Mf’ers could go through that man text, phone, whatever… NEVER would you catch me doing that. I don’t flirt, I don’t give no inch of possibility. Shit put a private investigator on me and I put that on my kids life in the name of Jesus!!!” The couple ended their six-year marriage in July 2024 when Cardi B filed for divorce. While the two have occasionally been seen together for co-parenting duties involving their children—Kulture, 8, Wave, 5, and Blossom, 2—Cardi has remained steadfast that their romantic connection is over. The rapper also shares a 10-month-old son with NFL star Stefon Diggs. There may be a new love in Cardi’s life as she recently spoke to Vogue Arabia about her budding connection with 27-year-old Nigerian footballer Maduka Okoye. She described Okoye as “very kind” and expressed hope that the public would see more of them together in the future.

Hip-hop producer Mally Mall, whose real name is Jamal Rashid, was sentenced to 17 months in federal prison Thursday after admitting multiple violations of supervised release stemming from a sex trafficking case. Rashid admitted violating several conditions, including tampering with a witness, lying about a cellphone and illegally recording a phone call. He also acknowledged maintaining a hidden room, failing a drug test and associating with a convicted felon. View this post on Instagram U.S. District Judge Gloria Navarro questioned whether Rashid had changed. “I’m very disappointed in you, and I really hope you are a changed person,” Navarro said. “I’m not sure I believe it.” Rashid appeared in federal court in downtown Las Vegas wearing jail clothing labeled “detainee.” His attorneys included Steven Sadow, who has represented former President Donald Trump, and Las Vegas attorney Jack Buchanan. “At the end of the day, it’s still an amount of time he’s gonna serve,” Buchanan said. “When he’s done, he’ll be done.” Hip-Hop Star Mally Mall Returns To Federal Prison For Release Violations In Las Vegas Rashid’s supervised release began July 14, 2023. Court records show it was scheduled to expire Sept. 17, 2026. Navarro previously sentenced Rashid to 33 months in prison in May 2021. Rashid pleaded guilty to using an interstate facility to facilitate unlawful activity. He admitted that escort businesses he operated in Clark County between 2002 and 2014 served as fronts for prostitution. Federal prosecutors said the operation transported victims across the country. Prosecutors said Rashid used Backpage, Eros and other websites to advertise women for prostitution. They alleged hundreds of victims worked under arrangements that required them to surrender portions or nearly all their earnings. Rashid also admitted manipulating victims, imposing rules and making threats, prosecutors said. The government said he encouraged victims to get tattoos demonstrating their loyalty. Angela Williams, identified as a victim in the original case, was the witness Rashid admitted tampering with. “He’s always catching a break. He’s always getting these crazy, special deals,” Williams told 8 News Now Investigators. “You used the same tools that you used when you trafficked me to try to extort me,” she said. “You thought I was gonna be quiet.” Williams also described working 16-hour shifts and said, “I wasn’t allowed to say no” when clients requested Rashid’s escort services.

British rapper Sway Dasafo, whose real name was Derek Safo, has died at 44, according to the MOBO Awards and a close friend. Safo, who was born to Ghanaian parents in Hornsey, North London, reportedly died at his home in Ghana. No cause of death has been announced. The MOBO Awards confirmed his death while remembering his contribution to British hip-hop. Safo won Best Hip-Hop Act at the 2005 ceremony. We’re deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Sway. In 2005, he made MOBO history, beating global heavyweights including 50 Cent and The Game to win Best Hip-Hop Act – a huge moment for Sway and UK Hip Hop. Proud to have him as part of our history. Our love goes out to his… pic.twitter.com/LkEejTChLg — MOBO Awards (@MOBOAwards) September 17, 2026 He became the first unsigned artist to win the award. “Proud to have him as part of our history,” the organization said. “Our love goes out to his family, loved ones and fans,” the statement added. Safo developed his skills as both a producer and rapper. His music moved between grime, club records and more reflective hip-hop. He once explained why he struggled to identify with Britain’s established music scenes. British Rapper Sway Dasafo Dead At 44, MOBO Awards Announced “UK garage was big at this time but I just couldn’t do it,” Safo said. “I never felt the vibe of the scene suited me.” He also described British hip-hop as “dry and grey.” Safo said hiplife presented another challenge because he could not rap in Twi. His career began with Phynix Crew and One before he pursued a solo career. His 2006 single “Little Derek” reached the U.K. Top 40. View this post on Instagram The track became a centerpiece of his debut album, “This Is My Demo.” The project earned critical acclaim and a Mercury Prize nomination. Safo later released music through his Dcypha Productions label. He also partnered with Akon’s Konvict Music for “The Signature LP” in 2008. His commercial profile grew with “Still Speedin’,” which reached the U.K. Top 20 in 2011. “Level Up” reached No. 8 the following year. Safo collaborated with Ed Sheeran, Riz Ahmed, Kano, Lupe Fiasco and Chamillionaire. He also worked with Kaiser Chiefs outside hip-hop. Through Dcypha Productions, Safo helped develop emerging artists, including KSI. Safo married Helen in 2013. They had four children: Jalil, AJ, Inaya and Imara. In a recent social media post, Safo described himself as a single father. His death marks the loss of a distinctive voice in British hip-hop.

Joanna Wietrzyk, an Australian athlete, has issued a public apology following her victory in China. ​According to NBC News, she acknowledged a highly unusual and unfortunate situation on the final stretch women’s 16-to-24 Hyrox event  ​Despite suffering an involuntary bowel movement in the closing kilometers of the race, Rogers pushed through the severe physiological distress to cross the finish line first. She took home the national title before immediately seeking medical attention. View this post on Instagram While fans and commentators praised her sheer grit and athletic determination under extreme physical duress, Rogers expressed regret for any discomfort the incident caused to fellow competitors, race organizers, and spectators at the finish line. “I want to offer my sincere apology to the people of China, my fellow competitors, the spectators and the HYROX organizers for what happened during the race in Beijing,” Wietrzyk said in a statement. View this post on Instagram “I felt completely fit and healthy at the start of the race, with no reason to expect any illness. Looking back, I regret the decision to not have stepped off the track,” Wietrzyk continued. “And I recognize that I should have made a different choice. I take responsibility for my decision to continue and am deeply sorry for the discomfort and disruption it caused.” “I know my actions had an impact beyond myself, and I am genuinely sorry to everyone who was affected. And I am learning from this experience and will carry those lessons with me, including remembering that there is more to life than racing and knowing when it is right to step away. On reflection, I have decided to retroactively withdraw from the race and forfeit the points I earned,” she concluded. Wietrzyk’s time of 1:01:23 would have put her atop her division, “Hyrox co-founder Moritz Fürste issued an apology on Sunday, admitting that officials should have stepped in right away.”

Decades after dropping a hip-hop classic, Pusha T and Pharrell Williams are channeling their unmatched Virginia synergy into a whole new hustle. The legendary pair officially launched Grindin Coffee in New York City. For the launch, they teamed up with historic Italian roaster Lavazza for a high-end lifestyle play, Vibe reports. Fusing street culture, custom blends, and studio-honed precision, the launch proves their iconic drive hits just as hard in a cup as it does on a beat.  “Pusha and I have been building together since the beginning,” Williams said in a statement. “It has always been about intention and focus. Coffee has always been part of that discipline. It has been in the room with us when we create. Now it has a name.” Pusha T says Grindin stems from their relentless creative work ethic, where studio late nights and early mornings were powered by coffee.  “P and I were waking up really early. Like 5 a.m. early,” said Pusha. “That was our routine. Alarm goes off at 5, we’re up, and the first thing we’re doing is black coffee or the strongest espresso we can find. That’s how we were working. That was the fuel. We’d be in the studio creating, locked in, just grinding. And then from there we’d go ride twenty-five miles on the bike. That was the whole rhythm: create, move, create again. Coffee was part of that whole cycle.” View this post on Instagram On Monday (Sept. 14), Williams. Pusha, and Lavazza were present for the unveiling of Grindin to the public at dual launch events in New York City. Attendees enjoyed their first tastes of the coffee. The first event took place at Ludlow House, while a second party at Time Again brought together Questlove, DJ Kast One, Hxlt, and more, helping celebrate the special occasion.  “Our whole rhythm is create, move, create again. Great coffee is a part of that cycle,” Pusha T said in a statement. “Grindin Coffee is for people who are doing something. People who are moving. People who wake up and attack the day. It’s not about sipping and easing into the morning. It’s about ignition.” 

Chris Rock is opening up about his struggles with a nonverbal learning disorder. In an interview with Variety about his new film, Misty Green Rock revealed his diagnosis as “a kind of ADHD-ish, Asperger-y thing,”   “I have a level of concentration and empathy that I just did not have back then,” Rock said. “I was so good at telling jokes that I didn’t have to face a lot of things. My comedic gifts put me in a position where I didn’t have to grow up. So, I’m better equipped to make this kind of movie now.” According to the Cleveland Clinic, nonverbal learning disorder disrupts visual and spatial processing; tasks that rely on spatial awareness or pattern recognition can be a struggle. Everything from complex math and map reading to physical sports and social cues can feel more challenging. As the interview went on, Rock also spoke about whether he would host the Oscars again. “When people answer those questions, they’re being disrespectful to the people that got the gig,” Rock said in the Sept. 8 interview. “They have great hosts. Conan O’Brien is amazing. Nikki Glaser is amazing on the Golden Globes. I’m not going to say never, but my time might have passed, honestly.” Rock then shared his thoughts on the aftermath of being slapped on the Oscars stage by Will Smith. “I wish nothing would have happened,” said Rock, while also downplaying the severity of the incident. “It’s a crazy world. We walk by homeless people. There’s all sorts of [stuff] going on right now. Me having a bad day is not the biggest – it’s not that important.” Rock said that he would return to the Oscars under one condition. “The only way I’ll go back is if I’m nominated, and I’m not getting nominated,” Rock said. “And that’s OK. We’ll deal with that if it happens. Like, let’s manage expectations.” Misty Green hits theaters on Oct. 9

Mike Tyson is telling her story only he can. The former undisputed heavyweight champion is releasing two new projects. TYSON is a four-part documentary directed by Floyd Russ. The  series explores Tyson’s journey from Brooklyn to becoming the youngest heavyweight champion, diving deep into his turbulent career, personal evolution, and self-described “addiction to chaos”.  The synopsis reads,”TYSON is a gripping four-part documentary series exploring the explosive life of Mike Tyson—one of the most feared and fascinating figures in sports history. From his chaotic upbringing in Brooklyn to global superstardom, it traces his meteoric rise as the youngest heavyweight champion ever.” The docuseries drops on Oct. 13. View this post on Instagram But beyond the glory lies a turbulent story of fame, influence, and controversy that nearly destroyed him. With raw honesty, Tyson confronts the choices, pressures, and personal cost behind his legacy. Unfiltered and deeply personal, TYSON is a powerful portrait of greatness, fall, and redemption.” Filmed live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL, Mike Tyson: Return of the Mike marks the former heavyweight champ’s first one-man show since 2013’s Undisputed Truth. Trading menace for mischief, Tyson proves to be a natural comedian with sharp timing under the direction of Kiki Tyson.  He effortlessly turned his wildest stories into big laughs. While he doesn’t shy away from heavy topics like addiction and mental health, he keeps the audience laughing right along with hilarious The performance proves that the baddest man on the planet might just be one of the funniest.  TYSON IS ONE OF THE GREATEST BOXERS OF ALL TIME In the late 1980s, Tyson revolutionized the heavyweight division with an explosive blend of raw power and hand speed. He became the youngest heavyweight champion in history at age 20 in 1986, “Iron Mike” went on to unify the WBA, WBC, and IBF titles by 1987.  Finishing his professional career with a 50-6 record (44 KOs), Tyson remains one of the most compelling figures in sports history.