Michael B. Jordan gave an incredible performance as Erik “Killmonger” Stevens in the Marvel Black Panther and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. But the role had an impact on him. ​During an interview with “CBS Sunday Morning,”  Jordan said he needed to “decompress” after the role. ​Jordan shared that he “went to therapy and talked about it. Found a way to kind of just decompress, I think at that point still learning that I needed to decompress from a character.” ​Jordan explained that his therapy around the role “spiraled into a bigger conversation and self-discovery. “Okay, you know, I think that’s something that’s necessary for people.’” “Especially men. I think it’s good for them to go and talk. That’s something I’m not ashamed of at all, and very proud of,” Jordan explained. Also, his therapist “definitely helped me trying to be a good communicator and a well-rounded person, inside and out.” Jordan shared that he tapped into the spirit of “Killmonger.” “Erik didn’t really know a lot of love. I think Erik didn’t experience that,” Jordan explained. “He had a lot of betrayal, a lot of failed systems around him that shaped him and his anger and his frustration.” Speaking with Entertainment Weekly at the time of the first film’s release in 2018, Jordan shared his excitement about the character. “Being the protagonist usually means being morally correct. And being pained with making good decisions all the time,” he said. “When you’re an antagonist, you can blur those lines and be a little less on-point, morally. There are less boundaries, you know what I’m saying? You can be a little loose and have a little more fun. It’s dope.” Black Panther starred the late Chadwick Boseman, Lupita Nyong’o, Danai Gurira, Martin Freeman, Daniel Kaluuya, Letitia Wright, and Winston Duke. Released in February 2018, the film  grossed  $1.34 billion worldwide.

Lil Duval added fuel to an already blazing social media moment with a sharp one-liner aimed at Celina Powell and her viral New Year’s Day post involving Offset. On Jan. 3, the comedian retweeted the widely circulated clip of Powell lying naked in bed next to a sleeping Offset and offered his own commentary. “I guess I’m the only n***a who left this ho on read,” Duval wrote, punctuating the post with laughing emojis. I guess I’m the only nigga who left this ho on read https://t.co/3XpxtU6Rxy — lil duval (@lilduval) January 3, 2026 The remark landed quickly, not as a claim of personal history, but as a joke rooted in cultural context. Powell has long been a polarizing internet figure, known for publicly alleging romantic or sexual encounters with prominent men in music and sports. Some of her past claims have driven headlines. Others have been met with doubt. Duval’s comment taps into that reputation, framing the moment as familiar rather than shocking. Powell’s original post did much of the viral work. Her caption read, “Made a tape last night & all u heard was him in the video lol. Offset you sleepy boy,” suggesting a sexual encounter without revealing explicit footage. The visual showed Offset asleep as Powell filmed herself beside him, flashing her middle finger toward his face. The clip spread rapidly, amplified by Offset’s ongoing public fallout with Cardi B. Lil Duval Clowns Around With Celina Powell’s Viral Clip Of Offset Sleeping Duval’s response undercut the seriousness of the reveal. Rather than react with outrage or disbelief, he dismissed the moment as routine. By saying he “left this ho on read,” Duval positioned himself outside the spectacle, implying disinterest where others expressed shock. The joke also reflects a broader weariness with repeating celebrity cycles. Powell appears. A rapper is named. The internet erupts. Duval’s tweet acknowledged that pattern with a shrug disguised as humor. In doing so, he echoed a sentiment shared by many online observers who view such moments as predictable. Notably, Duval did not challenge Powell’s claims or defend Offset. He avoided taking sides. His punchline focused on attention, not truth. The implication was clear. The drama thrives on reaction. He chose not to provide it. In internet culture, leaving someone on read signals control. Duval leveraged that idea to flip the narrative. Powell’s attempt to dominate the conversation became, in his framing, another instance of noise he ignored. With one sentence, Duval compressed years of online history into a viral joke. It referenced Powell’s past, contextualized Offset’s present, and reminded audiences how quickly scandal becomes satire.

Anthony Joshua released his first public message this week following a fatal car crash in Nigeria that killed two members of his inner circle, a moment that has paused the heavyweight champion’s career and refocused attention on loss rather than boxing. The crash occurred earlier this week along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, one of Nigeria’s busiest roadways. Joshua was traveling as part of a convoy when the collision took place. Two longtime friends and team members, Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele, were killed. Both men had worked closely with Joshua for years and were considered part of his extended family. View this post on Instagram Anthony Joshua, 36, addressed the tragedy through an Instagram post, his first public communication since the incident. He shared a solemn photograph taken during a private moment of mourning. The image shows Joshua standing beside his mother and the families of the deceased. One family member holds a framed photo of Ghami, a quiet detail that underscored the weight of the moment. The former unified heavyweight champion did not include a written statement. Instead, the image itself served as the message. The post conveyed grief, unity, and respect, drawing widespread reaction from fans and figures across the boxing world. Many interpreted the silence as intentional, allowing the focus to remain on those lost rather than on Joshua himself. Anthony Joshua Shares First Post After Fatal Car Crash In Nigeria Joshua sustained minor injuries in the crash and was treated at a hospital in Lagos. He was later cleared by medical staff. Despite his injuries, he remained in Nigeria for several days to support the families and assist with arrangements. That decision resonated with supporters, who praised his presence during an especially painful period. Multiple reports indicate Joshua returned to the United Kingdom on Saturday. He did so without public appearances and has not addressed his boxing future since the crash. Sources close to the situation say his attention remains on honoring Ghami and Ayodele. Funeral services for both men are scheduled for January 4 at the London Central Mosque. The services are expected to draw mourners from sports, business, and faith communities connected to Joshua and the families. The tragedy has overshadowed what had been a productive period for Joshua, who recently spent time in Nigeria reconnecting with his heritage. For now, competition has taken a back seat. The focus remains on remembrance, family, and collective grief, a reminder that even elite athletes face moments that transcend sport.

Comedian Chelsea Handler didn’t shy away from controversy while hosting this year’s Critics Choice Awards, delivering a pointed joke aimed at rapper Nicki Minaj that quickly became one of the night’s most talked-about moments. During her opening monologue, Handler referenced Sinners, the Southern Gothic vampire film starring Michael B. Jordan, while building toward the jab. “Sinners was a massive blockbuster!” Handler told the audience. She then pivoted, adding, “Although, I haven’t been invited into a Black person’s house since, except Nicki Minaj’s, but who wants to go over there?” The remark drew a mix of laughter and audible surprise inside the room, while igniting immediate reaction online. Handler is well-known for her slick remarks. Handler’s joke arrived amid heightened scrutiny surrounding Minaj’s recent public appearances. In December, the rapper faced backlash after speaking at a Turning Point USA event, where she made polarizing political statements and comments about gender that prompted swift criticism. Chelsea Handler Shades Nicki Minaj In Critics Choice Awards Monologue During the appearance, Minaj also referred to U.S. Vice President JD Vance as an “assassin,” a remark she later walked back. The comment landed particularly hard given the September 2025 killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a live debate in Utah, an event that deeply shook political and cultural circles. The fallout from Minaj’s appearance was swift. Some longtime fans publicly distanced themselves, posting videos of discarded merchandise and announcing their disapproval across social media. Minaj has not publicly addressed Handler’s Critics Choice Awards joke, though her silence has done little to slow speculation about a possible response. Handler, known for sharp-edged humor and celebrity roast-style commentary, did not revisit Minaj directly later in the broadcast. Still, the single line proved enough to dominate post-show conversation, underscoring how quickly award show moments can turn into cultural flashpoints. Elsewhere in her monologue, Handler balanced provocation with sincerity. She paused to honor filmmaker Rob Reiner, calling him “the nicest guy in Hollywood.” “Anyone who ever spent time with Rob Reiner knows that the minute that you met him, he felt like an old friend,” she said, shifting the tone briefly before returning to jokes. As the ceremony unfolded, fashion, speeches, and celebrations filled the evening. Yet Handler’s comment about Minaj stood out, illustrating how humor, celebrity, and current controversy can collide in seconds on a live stage.

A$AP Rocky takes a Stranger Things approach at his album building with the enlistment of actress Winona Ryder for Don’t Be Dumb‘s latest single, “Punk Rocky.” On Friday, Jan. 2, the Harlem rapper teased the project’s next single, offering a glimpse into what appears to be a darker, punk-inspired turn for the release. Ryder-starring visual follows the anticipated finale of the popular Netflix series. The teaser surfaced on Instagram and immediately set an unsettling tone. Model and actor Brooks Ginnan appears standing alone in the middle of an empty street, an oxygen tube resting against his face. The imagery feels stark and uncomfortable at first. View this post on Instagram As the instrumental drops, the mood shifts. Ginnan breaks into dance, signaling a release of tension and hinting at the sonic direction Rocky is exploring. Ryder’s inclusion adds weight to the moment. The veteran actress plays the mother of a ragtag group of kids in the Netflix series, who discover another world beneath their city. Her presence suggests Rocky is tapping into punk’s rebellious visual legacy as much as its sound. Folkert Verdoorn, Simon Becks, and Rocky himself direct the video. Rocky’s involvement behind the camera underscores his long-standing interest in visuals as an extension of his music, rather than a secondary component. A$AP Rocky Calls On Stranger Things’ Winona Ryder For Don’t Be Dumb’s “Punk Rocky” “VIDEO OF THE F**KIN YEAR!!! HAPPY NEW YEAR,” Rocky wrote in the caption. He also confirmed the single’s release date. The track is scheduled to drop Monday, Jan. 5. Fans quickly flooded the comments section with excitement. Many viewers recognized Ginnan from appearances in previous JPEGMAFIA videos and Edward Skeletrix’s “Congratulations.” Others focused squarely on Ryder’s casting. “Starring Winona Ryder??? You snapped,” one fan wrote. Another added, “Wait, WINONA RYDER???? Oh my Godddd.” Don’t Be Dumb is expected to feature 15 tracks, along with two bonus songs. Rocky confirmed that structure late last year. Still, the final tracklist remains unknown. It is unclear whether earlier releases like “pray4dagang” or “Ruby Rosary” featuring J. Cole will appear on the album. According to a special-edition vinyl description from Bilt, Don’t Be Dumb “moves through genres the way you’d move through a city.” Beyond its hip-hop core, the project is said to explore jazz, metal, indie, and R&B influences. With “Punk Rocky,” A$AP Rocky continues to reject predictability. Each teaser points toward an album built on creative risk, cultural crossover, and controlled chaos. Fans won’t have to wait long to hear what comes next.

Mariah The Scientist makes it clear to Hazel E and any other woman, you don’t mess with her Young Thug. The singer is standing firmly beside her fiancé, and she is not entertaining outside commentary. That stance became clear after reality television alum Hazel E left a comment beneath a recent video featuring the rapper. The clip, shared on Instagram by @shotbymoneymeech, shows Young Thug walking confidently among luxury cars in a coordinated designer look. Hazel E reacted with three fire emojis. The response appeared casual. Mariah saw it differently. She replied directly, asking, “Which part is fire?” Mariah the scientist G-checks Hazel E for commenting under a vid of young thug, hazel E says Mariah is insecure & tell her to worry bout the wedding because no one wants thug besides her pic.twitter.com/UaDRRCpQfJ — STREETWORK85NAWF BY DRE HOVA (@Streetwork85N) January 4, 2026 Hazel answered quickly and forcefully. She dismissed the exchange as unnecessary and denied any interest in the rapper. “He shot me too and I commented on the photographer’s page about the aesthetic of his work,” Hazel wrote. She added, “Lil girls be showing they insecurities girl nobody want this man but her.” The reply reframed the moment as commentary on visuals, not flirtation. Hazel E’s comment to Young Thug follows the reality star’s short relationship with rapper Blueface. The exchange landed during a highly visible chapter for Mariah and Young Thug. In December, the rapper proposed during his Hometown Hero concert in Atlanta. Mariah The Scientist Presses Hazel E Over Young Thug Comment The moment unfolded onstage, just after Mariah finished her performance. Thug presented a large pink diamond ring, drawing a loud response from the crowd. Mariah later shared that the proposal did not surprise her. “If you know me, you know that I have powers,” she said in an interview. She explained that she sensed the moment earlier that day. When asked about starting a family, she offered clarity. Children would come after marriage, not before. Hazel continued the conversation hours later through her own Instagram Story. She addressed Mariah directly, writing, “Be worried about planning your lavender wedding.” She added, “Coming for me unprovoked is peanuts.” Hazel closed by repeating that no one wanted Young Thug but Mariah. Fans quickly split into camps. Some praised Mariah’s protectiveness. Others felt the reaction went too far. One user joked, “That ring got Mariah acting different.” Another wrote, “Mariah is me cuz be specific before I get mad.” Critics questioned whether emojis warranted confrontation. Others urged calm. “Oh Mariah it’s really not that deep,” one comment read. Another asked whether emojis were now off-limits on Young Thug posts. The range of reactions reflected broader debates around boundaries, respect, and public relationships. For Mariah, the message stayed consistent. She is engaged, confident, and unapologetic. The year may be young, but she has already set the tone.

On NYE, Ice Spice rang in the New Year and her birthday; however, according to TMZ cameras, it seems she had a little too much fun. The Bronx rapper was spotted getting some assistance as she departed from a local New York club. At one point, as Ice Spice is being rushed to the car, she slightly trips over her feet. Not long after, the “Deli” rapper caught wind of the story; however, her response was lighthearted. “Best birthday ever,” she wrote with a GIF of SpongeBob in the comment section of a TikTok video posted by TMZ. Ice Spice turned 26 and turned up — maybe a little too much — during her birthday celebrations. pic.twitter.com/Fh50svnYVF — TMZ (@TMZ) January 1, 2026 Ice Spice Receives Backlash Over SpongeBob Screening Outfit Not long ago, Ice Spice found herself at the center of online debate after stepping onto the red carpet at a kids movie premiere in New York City, where her fashion choice drew both praise and criticism from fans and parents alike. The Bronx rapper attended the premiere of The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants, marking her animated film debut. For the occasion, Ice Spice wore a white lace, semi-sheer dress that quickly became the focal point of social media chatter following her arrival. Excitement initially surrounded her involvement in the beloved franchise, especially given her breakout hit “Bikini Bottom,” which nods directly to the SpongeBob universe. However, attention soon shifted from celebration to scrutiny as photos and videos from the event spread online.

KTLA reports that prosecutors are preparing a grand jury to bring charges against singer, d4vd. Prosecutors plan to present evidence discovered during the raid on his home in the Hollywood Hills. The evidence includes an unused burn cage incinerator and a chainsaw. Steve Fischer, a private investigator who’s been following the case, noted in an X post that while the cage was unused, it was “an item you would expect to find on a farm rather than in a home in the Hollywood Hills.” Fischer noted that the burn cage found in d4vd’s home is “advertised to burn at 1,600 degrees.” He also suggested that human cremations are “typically performed at approximately 1,400 degrees,” implying d4vd might have had sinister intentions with the cage. Additionally, Fischer reveals that incinerators are illegal within city limits and “serve no legitimate purpose at a residential property in the Hollywood Hills.” PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 12: d4vd poses with 5 Gum during Interscope and Capitol Records Coachella Party 2025 on April 12, 2025 in Palm Springs, California. (Photo by Rich Polk/Getty Images for Interscope/Capitol) D4vd Likely To Face Murder Charges According to TMZ, the singer will more than likely face murder charges. The grand jury that convened last month is expected to give an indictment any day now, the outlet reports. It’s also been confirmed by sources that one of the lead prosecutors, Beth Silverman, believes d4vd is guilty of murder. The outlet reported that the singer’s former manager, Robert Morgenroth, recently testified in court. Morgenroth claims he didn’t call the police because it “wasn’t his responsibility.” Last September, the body of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas was discovered in the truck of d4vd’s Tesla. The teen had been missing for nearly two years, last seen in April 2024 at age 13. The singer had a rumored romance with the missing teen and has now become the center of a possible murder investigation. Prior to the discovery, the singer was on a meteoric rise, with his track “Romantic Homicide” trending all over TikTok.

A well-known LA rapper and Crip affiliate, Glasses Malone, recently hopped into the chat to check Adin Ross. The controversial streamer has been embroiled in an ongoing feud with Doechii for the past several weeks. Following Doechii’s rebuttal with “Girl, Get Up” featuring SZA, Ross went on a tirade, referring to the rapper as a “stupid, smelly, whore.” According to Glasses, things have gone way too far, and Ross has gone out of bounds. “I don’t give a f*ck if you think that sh*t dissing you,” Malone said. “You not finna just be sitting up there talking shit that Black woman. On god, bro. If you keep doing it, I’ma start pressing all the n*ggas around you.” The OG makes it clear that while he can’t get to Ross, he has no problem getting those closest to him. “All the n*ggas around you don’t got yo money, they don’t got none of that sh*t…I’ma make it my business to make all the crips start pressing the n*ggas you around. All the n*ggas that’s Black around you, all the n*ggas who let you get that off.” View this post on Instagram Adin Ross Claps Back At Glasses Malone It didn’t take long for Ross to catch wind of the Glasses’ comments. Ross hopped on stream, calling him a “fat simp.” Ross also threatened to call the police if Malone ever tried to approach him. In his opinion, Doechii is, in fact, a “plant,” and he has the right to say so regardless of race. However, Ross doesn’t appear to understand the harsh scrutiny Black women, specifically dark-skinned Black women, face. As a white man, his vitriolic comments only help stoke the fires of racism and misogyny throughout the digital space. Glasses fired back immediately, accusing Ross of contacting Wack100 behind the scenes for protection. “Wack is not gonna stop me from doing what I wanna do. That’s just not the relationship…He know I’m gone move on whatever I’m supposed to move on the right way.” Regarding Ross’ threats of calling the police, Glasses said he would take it on the chin proudly. “What in the f*ck make you think if I’m saying this on this f*cking camera…n*gga I’m not running…I’ll be right there when they show up.”

Ahead of the new year, Doechii set the tone with her latest track, “girl, get up (ft. SZA).” Coming in at over three minutes, the Florida native uses the track address all her naysayers, specifically, streamer Adin Ross, who’s been spearheading a recent hate campaign against the TDE rapper. Ross, who recently teased a diss track toward Doechii featuring 6ix9ine, has accused the rapper of being an industry plant. “All that industry plant sh*t whack/I see it on the blogs, I see you in the chats,” she raps. “You suck every rap n*gga d*ck from the back, But what’s the agenda when the it girl black?/Y’all can’t fathom that I work this hard/And y’all can’t fathom that I earned this chart.” She also takes the time to address the misogyny in hip-hop and the male hip-hop fans who try to pit her against other female rappers. “They callin’ me the intellect amongst the p*ssy rap, I still be poppin’ p*ssy, them my sisters, so I can’t agree with that,” she continues. “These n*ggas misogynistic, I’ll address it on the album/For now, let’s sink into the fact that hate don’t make you powerful.”