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#RHOA: Porsha Williams Coins New Term ‘Sway-Sexual’ To Define Her Sexuality In Honor Of Girlfriend Patrice ‘Sway’ McKinney
Porsha Williams isn’t concerned with labeling her sexuality the conventional way.
The Real Housewives of Atlanta star has always gotten a lot of attention when it comes to her dating life, but that interest skyrocketed once she started dating Patrice “Sway” McKinney in 2025.
In the months since, Porsha has spoken openly about their relationship, even featuring McKinney on Real Housewives of Atlanta. But, since this is the first time Williams has publicly dated a woman, she’s getting a lot of questions about her sexuality, which she is now opening up about.
During her appearance on The Breakfast Club on Tuesday, April 14, Charlamagne tha God asked Porsha if she cares about labels amid going public with her girlfriend. The reality star said that when she first announced that she was dating a man and a woman, everyone asked,
“Are you a lesbian, are you bisexual and I was just like ‘I don’t have a label. I’m just Porsha-Sexual. I’m just exploring. Now I’m Sway-Sexual.”
Williams went on to add that she’s “very free and exploring parts of myself,” but went on to say,
“At this moment, I don’t mind if you want to call me a lesbian. I don’t mind if, you know, bisexual is a phrase, but I don’t know what comes with that. I’m kind of new with all that. But I’m not offended by it at all,” and that she “doesn’t feel pressure to label myself.”
Cohost Lauren Larosa later asked Williams how dating a woman differed from dating a man, to which she replied: “What I find with Sway is that I feel very comforted. I feel very seen, very patient.”
“In this case, I am definitely taking my time with her, and it’s just very soft,” she added after clarifying that the two of them are taking their relationship slowly. “And of course, I have always been attracted to women, so I get both of those. I get the feminine side of her, and I enjoy the masculine side of her.”
In true Charlamagne tha God fashion, he went on to ask Porsha if her sexuality is a “phase,” which she had an answer ready for.
“Well, my diet changed on men too, and then I divorced them when they were not good for me as well,” Williams insisted. “Your diet could change with anything, and her’s could change from me too. You never know the future. It’s so funny. People be under my posts like, ‘We’ll see how long this lasts,’ we’ll see how long anybody’s relationships last.”
“I don’t know why it seems like I’m the first person to be gay now,” the reality star continued. “I’m not the first. It’s 2026.”
The Real Housewives of Atlanta star also stopped by Watch What Happens Live, where she talked more about her relationship.
After stating, “I love her,” referencing Sway, Porsha went on to tell host Andy Cohen about the mutual support and personal freedom as the cornerstones of their bond.
“She lets me be me” she said about their relationship. “We celebrate each other, We support each other,” Porsha concluded, making sure everyone knows just how solid their union is.
The Real Housewives of Atlanta star has always gotten a lot of attention when it comes to her dating life, but that interest skyrocketed once she started dating Patrice “Sway” McKinney in 2025.
In the months since, Porsha has spoken openly about their relationship, even featuring McKinney on Real Housewives of Atlanta. But, since this is the first time Williams has publicly dated a woman, she’s getting a lot of questions about her sexuality, which she is now opening up about.
During her appearance on The Breakfast Club on Tuesday, April 14, Charlamagne tha God asked Porsha if she cares about labels amid going public with her girlfriend. The reality star said that when she first announced that she was dating a man and a woman, everyone asked,
“Are you a lesbian, are you bisexual and I was just like ‘I don’t have a label. I’m just Porsha-Sexual. I’m just exploring. Now I’m Sway-Sexual.”
Williams went on to add that she’s “very free and exploring parts of myself,” but went on to say,
“At this moment, I don’t mind if you want to call me a lesbian. I don’t mind if, you know, bisexual is a phrase, but I don’t know what comes with that. I’m kind of new with all that. But I’m not offended by it at all,” and that she “doesn’t feel pressure to label myself.”
Cohost Lauren Larosa later asked Williams how dating a woman differed from dating a man, to which she replied: “What I find with Sway is that I feel very comforted. I feel very seen, very patient.”
“In this case, I am definitely taking my time with her, and it’s just very soft,” she added after clarifying that the two of them are taking their relationship slowly. “And of course, I have always been attracted to women, so I get both of those. I get the feminine side of her, and I enjoy the masculine side of her.”
In true Charlamagne tha God fashion, he went on to ask Porsha if her sexuality is a “phase,” which she had an answer ready for.
“Well, my diet changed on men too, and then I divorced them when they were not good for me as well,” Williams insisted. “Your diet could change with anything, and her’s could change from me too. You never know the future. It’s so funny. People be under my posts like, ‘We’ll see how long this lasts,’ we’ll see how long anybody’s relationships last.”
“I don’t know why it seems like I’m the first person to be gay now,” the reality star continued. “I’m not the first. It’s 2026.”
The Real Housewives of Atlanta star also stopped by Watch What Happens Live, where she talked more about her relationship.
After stating, “I love her,” referencing Sway, Porsha went on to tell host Andy Cohen about the mutual support and personal freedom as the cornerstones of their bond.
“She lets me be me” she said about their relationship. “We celebrate each other, We support each other,” Porsha concluded, making sure everyone knows just how solid their union is.
#MusicNews: PJ Morton Announces Upcoming Double Album “Saturday Night, Sunday Morning”
Six-time Grammy Award winner PJ Morton has announced the release of his most comprehensive project to date: a double album titled Saturday Night, Sunday Morning. Scheduled for release on June 19, 2026, the project is designed to bridge the gap between Morton’s R&B roots and his Gospel heritage.
The album, recorded at Morton’s historic Studio In The Country in rural Louisiana, features 18 new songs divided into two distinct nine-track records. In a unique production coincidence, both the “Saturday Night” (R&B) and “Sunday Morning” (Gospel) halves run exactly 29 minutes and 14 seconds in length.
Written and produced entirely by Morton, the project seeks to challenge the traditional industry pressure to choose between secular and sacred music. Morton cites influences such as Al Green and Aretha Franklin as blueprints for this musical duality.
“There was always an unspoken rule that you had to choose one or the other,” Morton stated regarding the project. “I didn’t want to choose this time. I’m both Saturday Night and Sunday Morning.”
The double album features contributions from trumpeter Keyon Harrold and vocalist Rukhsana Merrise, alongside a full ensemble of strings, horns, and a live band. Morton has released two lead singles to coincide with the announcement: the R&B track “Mutual” and the Gospel selection “Mercy,” both available now via Morton Records / SRG-ILS Group.
The announcement comes as the Maroon 5 member prepares for an extensive run of live performances. Following appearances at the French Quarter Festival, Atlanta Jazz Festival, and AFRAM Festival, Morton is set to make his solo debut at Rock in Rio.
Saturday Night, Sunday Morning shares its title with Morton’s recently released memoir, further aligning his musical output with his personal narrative as a “preacher’s kid” turned global pop and R&B mainstay. Pre-orders for the double album are currently open.
Christian & Gospel Music
Saturday Night, Sunday Morning Tracklist
Saturday Night
Mutual
Mess feat. Keyon Harrold
Don’t Give Up On Us
Listened To You
Sell My Soul
Used To Be
Protect My Heart
Can We Try Love Again
Autopsy feat. Rukhsana Merrise
Sunday Morning
Feeling Free
Mercy
Could’ve Been Me
Bless His Name
Always On Time
Not Alone
Close Enough
Waiting For You
Yesterday Today Forevermore
Six-time Grammy Award winner PJ Morton has announced the release of his most comprehensive project to date: a double album titled Saturday Night, Sunday Morning. Scheduled for release on June 19, 2026, the project is designed to bridge the gap between Morton’s R&B roots and his Gospel heritage.
The album, recorded at Morton’s historic Studio In The Country in rural Louisiana, features 18 new songs divided into two distinct nine-track records. In a unique production coincidence, both the “Saturday Night” (R&B) and “Sunday Morning” (Gospel) halves run exactly 29 minutes and 14 seconds in length.
Written and produced entirely by Morton, the project seeks to challenge the traditional industry pressure to choose between secular and sacred music. Morton cites influences such as Al Green and Aretha Franklin as blueprints for this musical duality.
“There was always an unspoken rule that you had to choose one or the other,” Morton stated regarding the project. “I didn’t want to choose this time. I’m both Saturday Night and Sunday Morning.”
The double album features contributions from trumpeter Keyon Harrold and vocalist Rukhsana Merrise, alongside a full ensemble of strings, horns, and a live band. Morton has released two lead singles to coincide with the announcement: the R&B track “Mutual” and the Gospel selection “Mercy,” both available now via Morton Records / SRG-ILS Group.
The announcement comes as the Maroon 5 member prepares for an extensive run of live performances. Following appearances at the French Quarter Festival, Atlanta Jazz Festival, and AFRAM Festival, Morton is set to make his solo debut at Rock in Rio.
Saturday Night, Sunday Morning shares its title with Morton’s recently released memoir, further aligning his musical output with his personal narrative as a “preacher’s kid” turned global pop and R&B mainstay. Pre-orders for the double album are currently open.
Christian & Gospel Music
Saturday Night, Sunday Morning Tracklist
Saturday Night
Mutual
Mess feat. Keyon Harrold
Don’t Give Up On Us
Listened To You
Sell My Soul
Used To Be
Protect My Heart
Can We Try Love Again
Autopsy feat. Rukhsana Merrise
Sunday Morning
Feeling Free
Mercy
Could’ve Been Me
Bless His Name
Always On Time
Not Alone
Close Enough
Waiting For You
Yesterday Today Forevermore
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#HipHopNews: FBI Investigating Offset Shooting At Casino, Releases Photos Of Alleged Suspects And Vehicles
The FBI is now investigating Offset's casino shooting and have released photos of the alleged suspects and vehicles.
On Tuesday (April 14), the FBI Miami field office announced they are launching an investigation into the April 6 shooting outside of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla., that left Offset injured. In a statement to XXL, the feds are seeking the public's help in identifying the suspects allegedly involved in the incident. They also released several photos of the alleged suspects and their getaway cars, which can be viewed below.
"A large group of subjects assaulted a lone victim when one of the subjects produced a handgun and fired a single shot which struck the victim," the statement reads. "After the shots were fired, the subjects then attempted to remove the wounded victim's watch. The watch was not stolen."
"The subjects fled the scene in two Chevrolet SUVs — one is a matte gray Tahoe and the other is a black Suburban. The black Suburban fled the area towards Hollywood, Florida, while the Tahoe fled southbound towards Miami," the statement concludes.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or go to tips.fbi.gov.
As previously reported, Offset, born Kiari Kendrell Cephus, was transported to a local hospital following the shooting, while Lil Tjay, who was at the casino during the incident, was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct-affray (fight) and driving without a valid license. According to a probable cause affidavit, Tjay, born Tione Merritt, allegedly initiated a fight with Offset, which reportedly led to the Bronx rapper's associate shooting the Migos rhymer.
Offset has since been released from the hospital. Meanwhile, Lil Tjay's attorney, Dawn Florio, released a statement about his arrest and denied the rapper was involved in the shooting.
Tina Campbell And Husband Glendon 'Teddy' Campbell Split After 25 Years Of Marriage
Tina Campbell, of the group Mary Mary, and her husband, Glendon “Teddy” Campbell, are calling it quits.
At least, that seems to be the case after Glendon filed for divorce on Monday, April 13, per TMZ. The couple married in August 2000, making them married for nearly 26 years, but Glendon noted in his filing that they’ve been separated since June 2024. He cited the reason for the split as irreconcilable differences.
In the past, the couple has publicly gone through rocky times in their marriage. They managed to work through a cheating scandal in 2014 that played out on Tina and sister Erica Campbell’s popular WE tv series, Mary Mary. Glendon was exposed for stepping out of their marriage with someone close to the family.
“The person who it was, she used to work for me. That broke my heart; she was like a godmother to my children. She had access to my home, to come get my kids, all of that stuff. She was in the mix of our family,” she recalled during an appearance with Glendon on the Steve Harvey Show in 2015. “I called, and she didn’t answer her phone. When we got home on Super Bowl Sunday, I [told Teddy], ‘Come upstairs.’ I said ‘Are you having an affair with her?’ He said ‘No.’ I said, ‘Call her,’ and so he did. I said, ‘Are you sleeping with my husband?’ And she hung up the phone, so I had my answer.”
Tina would later reveal that she found out there were other women. Nevertheless, the couple worked through their issues and even managed to renew their vows. The forgiveness was criticized by people online, but as Tina shared on their reality series, she couldn’t care less.
“Why would I let the whole world see my failure and not let the world see the rebuilding?” she asked in 2015 when defending the decision to tie the knot again and take people through the preparations on the show. “I don’t care what anyone thinks. I chose to forgive because unforgiveness kept me miserable. Whoever wants to be out there being negative, you spending all your energy talking about something bad that turned good. It doesn’t bother me, but it bothers you. I think they should get over it like I got over it.”
The couple share two children, and according to TMZ, he asked for the court in Los Angeles County to establish visitation and requested that issues pertaining to spousal support be figured out at a later time. They also noted that he confirmed there were no separate or community property issues requiring division.
We wish them the best as they figure out how to move forward separately.
The View’s Whoopi Goldberg Announces New Career Move
Oscar-winning actor and the host of The View, Whoopi Goldberg, has announced that she would be launching a new book imprint, WhoopInk. Goldberg, who has authored over a dozen books herself, will be part of this new venture alongside Blackstone Publishing. The venture will cultivate “fresh, diverse new talent to the marketplace.”
Whoopi Goldberg, who has won an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony Award, has announced her new venture: a book imprint called WhoopInk. Currently the co-host of The View, Goldberg is among the most celebrated figures in the industry.
Among her other ventures, Goldberg has authored over a dozen books herself and is now moving towards helping others achieve the same. Goldberg is partnering with Blackstone Publishing for this new venture. They aim to help out “fresh, diverse new talent to the marketplace.”
Per the announcement, Goldberg will be “intimately involved” in each step of the process, including cover design and promotion strategies (via The Independent). Among the authors published by WhoopInk is Rick Bleiweiss, a Blackstone executive who signed Goldberg’s memoir.
Goldberg will also publish some of her own upcoming works through the imprint, possibly even the sequel to her acclaimed memoir. “I am personally looking forward to finding new authors, working with established authors, and bringing influential voices into this curated imprint,” Goldberg said about the venture.
Dave Chappelle Considering “Chappelle’s Show” Revival
Dave Chappelle hints at revisiting “Chappelle’s Show,” and suddenly comedy’s past and future are colliding.
Dave Chappelle might be back in ways we never even thought about. “Chappelle’s Show” returning is a rumor we want to hear.
The legendary comedian, Dave, recently admitted that his stance has softened when it comes to revisiting the iconic sketch series that helped redefine televised comedy in the early 2000s. For years, he was firm. It was over. Done. A closed chapter. But now? Not so fast.
“If you’d asked me that question a year ago, I’d have told you absolutely not,” he told the AP. “But in the last few weeks … I’m considering it.” WOW.
That is not a yes – to me. And it is definitely not a no – for all others.
For those who remember, “Chappelle’s Show,” which is everybody. The show was was of the funniest movements on TV. It took on race, politics and pop culture. Then, at the height of its success, Chappelle famously walked away. After leaving a $50 million deal in 2005 due to creative burnout, Chappelle had firmly distanced himself from the show for nearly two decades. Something in the machine didn’t sit right with his spirit.
Fast forward to now and the landscape has changed dramatically. Social media comedians are breaking through overnight. Digital platforms have leveled the playing field. Everybody has a voice, but not everybody has that voice. And Chappelle knows it.
On the flip side, he loves people like Druski.
“I love what he does,” Dave said.
What makes this moment interesting is timing. Could a revived “Chappelle’s Show” even exist in this era of cancel culture? Or does that make it more appealing?
On Tuesday (April 14), the FBI Miami field office announced they are launching an investigation into the April 6 shooting outside of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla., that left Offset injured. In a statement to XXL, the feds are seeking the public's help in identifying the suspects allegedly involved in the incident. They also released several photos of the alleged suspects and their getaway cars, which can be viewed below.
"A large group of subjects assaulted a lone victim when one of the subjects produced a handgun and fired a single shot which struck the victim," the statement reads. "After the shots were fired, the subjects then attempted to remove the wounded victim's watch. The watch was not stolen."
"The subjects fled the scene in two Chevrolet SUVs — one is a matte gray Tahoe and the other is a black Suburban. The black Suburban fled the area towards Hollywood, Florida, while the Tahoe fled southbound towards Miami," the statement concludes.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or go to tips.fbi.gov.
As previously reported, Offset, born Kiari Kendrell Cephus, was transported to a local hospital following the shooting, while Lil Tjay, who was at the casino during the incident, was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct-affray (fight) and driving without a valid license. According to a probable cause affidavit, Tjay, born Tione Merritt, allegedly initiated a fight with Offset, which reportedly led to the Bronx rapper's associate shooting the Migos rhymer.
Offset has since been released from the hospital. Meanwhile, Lil Tjay's attorney, Dawn Florio, released a statement about his arrest and denied the rapper was involved in the shooting.
Tina Campbell And Husband Glendon 'Teddy' Campbell Split After 25 Years Of Marriage
Tina Campbell, of the group Mary Mary, and her husband, Glendon “Teddy” Campbell, are calling it quits.
At least, that seems to be the case after Glendon filed for divorce on Monday, April 13, per TMZ. The couple married in August 2000, making them married for nearly 26 years, but Glendon noted in his filing that they’ve been separated since June 2024. He cited the reason for the split as irreconcilable differences.
In the past, the couple has publicly gone through rocky times in their marriage. They managed to work through a cheating scandal in 2014 that played out on Tina and sister Erica Campbell’s popular WE tv series, Mary Mary. Glendon was exposed for stepping out of their marriage with someone close to the family.
“The person who it was, she used to work for me. That broke my heart; she was like a godmother to my children. She had access to my home, to come get my kids, all of that stuff. She was in the mix of our family,” she recalled during an appearance with Glendon on the Steve Harvey Show in 2015. “I called, and she didn’t answer her phone. When we got home on Super Bowl Sunday, I [told Teddy], ‘Come upstairs.’ I said ‘Are you having an affair with her?’ He said ‘No.’ I said, ‘Call her,’ and so he did. I said, ‘Are you sleeping with my husband?’ And she hung up the phone, so I had my answer.”
Tina would later reveal that she found out there were other women. Nevertheless, the couple worked through their issues and even managed to renew their vows. The forgiveness was criticized by people online, but as Tina shared on their reality series, she couldn’t care less.
“Why would I let the whole world see my failure and not let the world see the rebuilding?” she asked in 2015 when defending the decision to tie the knot again and take people through the preparations on the show. “I don’t care what anyone thinks. I chose to forgive because unforgiveness kept me miserable. Whoever wants to be out there being negative, you spending all your energy talking about something bad that turned good. It doesn’t bother me, but it bothers you. I think they should get over it like I got over it.”
The couple share two children, and according to TMZ, he asked for the court in Los Angeles County to establish visitation and requested that issues pertaining to spousal support be figured out at a later time. They also noted that he confirmed there were no separate or community property issues requiring division.
We wish them the best as they figure out how to move forward separately.
The View’s Whoopi Goldberg Announces New Career Move
Oscar-winning actor and the host of The View, Whoopi Goldberg, has announced that she would be launching a new book imprint, WhoopInk. Goldberg, who has authored over a dozen books herself, will be part of this new venture alongside Blackstone Publishing. The venture will cultivate “fresh, diverse new talent to the marketplace.”
Whoopi Goldberg, who has won an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony Award, has announced her new venture: a book imprint called WhoopInk. Currently the co-host of The View, Goldberg is among the most celebrated figures in the industry.
Among her other ventures, Goldberg has authored over a dozen books herself and is now moving towards helping others achieve the same. Goldberg is partnering with Blackstone Publishing for this new venture. They aim to help out “fresh, diverse new talent to the marketplace.”
Per the announcement, Goldberg will be “intimately involved” in each step of the process, including cover design and promotion strategies (via The Independent). Among the authors published by WhoopInk is Rick Bleiweiss, a Blackstone executive who signed Goldberg’s memoir.
Goldberg will also publish some of her own upcoming works through the imprint, possibly even the sequel to her acclaimed memoir. “I am personally looking forward to finding new authors, working with established authors, and bringing influential voices into this curated imprint,” Goldberg said about the venture.
Dave Chappelle Considering “Chappelle’s Show” Revival
Dave Chappelle might be back in ways we never even thought about. “Chappelle’s Show” returning is a rumor we want to hear.
The legendary comedian, Dave, recently admitted that his stance has softened when it comes to revisiting the iconic sketch series that helped redefine televised comedy in the early 2000s. For years, he was firm. It was over. Done. A closed chapter. But now? Not so fast.
“If you’d asked me that question a year ago, I’d have told you absolutely not,” he told the AP. “But in the last few weeks … I’m considering it.” WOW.
That is not a yes – to me. And it is definitely not a no – for all others.
For those who remember, “Chappelle’s Show,” which is everybody. The show was was of the funniest movements on TV. It took on race, politics and pop culture. Then, at the height of its success, Chappelle famously walked away. After leaving a $50 million deal in 2005 due to creative burnout, Chappelle had firmly distanced himself from the show for nearly two decades. Something in the machine didn’t sit right with his spirit.
Fast forward to now and the landscape has changed dramatically. Social media comedians are breaking through overnight. Digital platforms have leveled the playing field. Everybody has a voice, but not everybody has that voice. And Chappelle knows it.
On the flip side, he loves people like Druski.
“I love what he does,” Dave said.
What makes this moment interesting is timing. Could a revived “Chappelle’s Show” even exist in this era of cancel culture? Or does that make it more appealing?
Cardi B’s Grow-Good Hair Line Sells Out Just 45 Minutes After Official Launch
Cardi B’s highly anticipated Grow-Good hair-care line made an instant impact, selling out just 45 minutes after its official launch and sparking major demand ahead of its restock.
The fast sellout highlights the excitement surrounding the rapper’s first beauty venture, which she previously called her “baby.”
This rapid sales follow similar results seen during the presale run. Products went quickly during the initial soft launch, signaling early success for the brand. Did you get your Grow Good?
The fast sellout highlights the excitement surrounding the rapper’s first beauty venture, which she previously called her “baby.”
This rapid sales follow similar results seen during the presale run. Products went quickly during the initial soft launch, signaling early success for the brand. Did you get your Grow Good?
CBS Reveals New NCIS: New York Starring LL Cool J For Fall 2026
CBS has unveiled its fall 2026 lineup, introducing a fresh addition to the NCIS franchise titled NCIS: New York. This new series will feature LL Cool J reprising his role as NCIS Special Agent Sam Hanna, a character fans recognize from NCIS: Los Angeles.
The upcoming spinoff will join the existing NCIS universe, airing alongside the original NCIS and the prequel series NCIS: Origins on Tuesday nights. The move signals CBS’s continued investment in expanding the popular procedural franchise with interconnected storylines and familiar characters.
Developed by R. Scott Gemmill, known for creating The Pitt, and Byron Balasco, the launch of NCIS: New York came as a surprise to many. This is especially notable since CBS already supports a third NCIS series, the Australian-produced NCIS: Sydney, which returned for a third season in 2026-27 and will air midseason.
The schedule adjustment means NCIS: Sydney will replace NCIS: Origins midseason, as the latter’s episode order is reduced for its third season. CBS’s strategy appears focused on balancing multiple spinoffs within the NCIS brand to maintain audience engagement across different settings and story arcs.
With NCIS: New York starring LL Cool J, the network aims to capitalize on the actor’s established fan base while expanding the franchise’s reach. This latest installment is set to bring fresh energy to the lineup when it premieres in the fall of 2026.
The upcoming spinoff will join the existing NCIS universe, airing alongside the original NCIS and the prequel series NCIS: Origins on Tuesday nights. The move signals CBS’s continued investment in expanding the popular procedural franchise with interconnected storylines and familiar characters.
Developed by R. Scott Gemmill, known for creating The Pitt, and Byron Balasco, the launch of NCIS: New York came as a surprise to many. This is especially notable since CBS already supports a third NCIS series, the Australian-produced NCIS: Sydney, which returned for a third season in 2026-27 and will air midseason.
The schedule adjustment means NCIS: Sydney will replace NCIS: Origins midseason, as the latter’s episode order is reduced for its third season. CBS’s strategy appears focused on balancing multiple spinoffs within the NCIS brand to maintain audience engagement across different settings and story arcs.
With NCIS: New York starring LL Cool J, the network aims to capitalize on the actor’s established fan base while expanding the franchise’s reach. This latest installment is set to bring fresh energy to the lineup when it premieres in the fall of 2026.
Jury Finds Live Nation, Owner of Ticketmaster, Is a Monopoly
A federal jury has found that Live Nation, the entertainment giant behind Ticketmaster, monopolized the concert ticket market.
The verdict, as reported by the New York Times, came after four days of jury deliberations. Judge Arun Subramanian will decide on the remedy, which could be divestments by Live Nation or a split of Live Nation and Ticketmaster.
In the trial, which could have sweeping consequences for the concert and entertainment industry, Live Nation insisted that it operates competitively but legally and that it does not threaten venues into signing Ticketmaster contracts.
But the jury found that Ticketmaster, which last year sold 646 million tickets, had overcharged customers by $1.72 per ticket.
The federal lawsuit was brought by 40 states and the Department of Justice, with the latter settling with Live Nation a week into the trial. The settlement left the concert company with a $300 million fine, a cap on service fees of 15 percent of ticket prices, and limits to exclusivity contracts with venues.
Despite the DOJ’s settlement, 34 states continued with the trial.
One particularly revealing piece of evidence was unsealed private messages between Live Nation employees.
The employees, ticketing directors Ben Baker and Jeff Weinhold, wrote to each other on Slack in January 2022 to brag about inflating ancillary fees like VIP parking and lawn chair rentals.
In a message about a Kid Rock concert in Tampa, Baker wrote, “These people are so stupid” and “I have VIP parking up to $250 lol.”
“I almost feel bad taking advantage of them,” he continued. "ВАНАНАНАНАНА”
Baker also shared a spreadsheet showing increased revenue for premier parking and wrote, “Robbing them blind baby That’s how we do.”
Live Nation said in a statement that the conversation “"absolutely doesn’t reflect our values or how we operate," per Rolling Stone.
The verdict, as reported by the New York Times, came after four days of jury deliberations. Judge Arun Subramanian will decide on the remedy, which could be divestments by Live Nation or a split of Live Nation and Ticketmaster.
In the trial, which could have sweeping consequences for the concert and entertainment industry, Live Nation insisted that it operates competitively but legally and that it does not threaten venues into signing Ticketmaster contracts.
But the jury found that Ticketmaster, which last year sold 646 million tickets, had overcharged customers by $1.72 per ticket.
The federal lawsuit was brought by 40 states and the Department of Justice, with the latter settling with Live Nation a week into the trial. The settlement left the concert company with a $300 million fine, a cap on service fees of 15 percent of ticket prices, and limits to exclusivity contracts with venues.
Despite the DOJ’s settlement, 34 states continued with the trial.
One particularly revealing piece of evidence was unsealed private messages between Live Nation employees.
The employees, ticketing directors Ben Baker and Jeff Weinhold, wrote to each other on Slack in January 2022 to brag about inflating ancillary fees like VIP parking and lawn chair rentals.
In a message about a Kid Rock concert in Tampa, Baker wrote, “These people are so stupid” and “I have VIP parking up to $250 lol.”
“I almost feel bad taking advantage of them,” he continued. "ВАНАНАНАНАНА”
Baker also shared a spreadsheet showing increased revenue for premier parking and wrote, “Robbing them blind baby That’s how we do.”
Live Nation said in a statement that the conversation “"absolutely doesn’t reflect our values or how we operate," per Rolling Stone.
Joseline Hernandez 'Thankful' as She Announces Pregnancy With Balistic Beats
Joseline Hernandez is expanding her family. The Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta alum revealed on Instagram that she’s expecting a child with her longtime partner, music producer Balistic Beats. The announcement came on Wednesday, with the couple sharing a series of intimate photos celebrating the news.
In the images, Hernandez is seen cradling her baby bump while standing alongside Balistic, the two holding hands in what appears to be a quiet, celebratory moment. The post was captioned, “New beginnings and I’m thankful.”
This marks the first child together for Hernandez and Balistic. The pair have been together for several years and have shared parts of their relationship publicly, including an appearance on Marriage Boot Camp: Hip Hop Edition 2, where they worked through challenges as a couple.
Hernandez is already a mother to her daughter Bonnie Bella, whom she shares with ex-partner Stevie J. The birth of her first child was documented in her VH1 special, Joseline’s Special Delivery.
The pregnancy news arrives during a period of personal growth for Hernandez. Earlier this year, she shared that she has been sober from cocaine for three years, describing the milestone as a turning point that brought clarity and strength back into her life. In reflecting on that journey, she also encouraged younger women to avoid the path she once took, framing her experience as both a warning and a testament to change.
That evolution stands in contrast to the unpredictable persona that first made her a breakout star on reality television, where her unfiltered energy and headline-making moments often blurred into real-life consequences. In recent years, she has navigated legal issues and public scrutiny while continuing to build her brand across music, television, and her Zeus Network series.
Joseline Hernandez is expanding her family. The Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta alum revealed on Instagram that she’s expecting a child with her longtime partner, music producer Balistic Beats. The announcement came on Wednesday, with the couple sharing a series of intimate photos celebrating the news.
In the images, Hernandez is seen cradling her baby bump while standing alongside Balistic, the two holding hands in what appears to be a quiet, celebratory moment. The post was captioned, “New beginnings and I’m thankful.”
This marks the first child together for Hernandez and Balistic. The pair have been together for several years and have shared parts of their relationship publicly, including an appearance on Marriage Boot Camp: Hip Hop Edition 2, where they worked through challenges as a couple.
Hernandez is already a mother to her daughter Bonnie Bella, whom she shares with ex-partner Stevie J. The birth of her first child was documented in her VH1 special, Joseline’s Special Delivery.
The pregnancy news arrives during a period of personal growth for Hernandez. Earlier this year, she shared that she has been sober from cocaine for three years, describing the milestone as a turning point that brought clarity and strength back into her life. In reflecting on that journey, she also encouraged younger women to avoid the path she once took, framing her experience as both a warning and a testament to change.
That evolution stands in contrast to the unpredictable persona that first made her a breakout star on reality television, where her unfiltered energy and headline-making moments often blurred into real-life consequences. In recent years, she has navigated legal issues and public scrutiny while continuing to build her brand across music, television, and her Zeus Network series.
Taraji P. Henson reveals why franchise roles eluded her while Tyrese blew up
Taraji P. Henson has never been one to shy away from hard truths and her latest candid conversation is no different. The 55 year old actress sat down with Hoda Kotb on the Making Space podcast, released Wednesday, and reflected on one of Hollywood’s most uncomfortable open secrets: the gender gap that shapes who gets cast in franchise films and who does not.
For Henson, the reality crystallized early right around the time she appeared alongside Tyrese Gibson in the 2001 John Singleton drama Baby Boy.
When Baby Boy hit theaters, the industry buzz around Henson was immediate. People who had watched Singleton launch careers before were confident she was next in line for major stardom. And on the surface, the prediction made sense. The film was praised, Henson’s performance was noticed, and the opportunities seemed inevitable.
But Henson told Kotb she felt something different pulling at her instincts. Even as colleagues celebrated what they assumed would be an overnight transformation into blockbuster territory, she had a quiet, persistent sense that her path would look nothing like the one people were mapping out for her. She did not know exactly why at the time. She just knew.
She was right.Two franchises vs. none in the same year
What happened next is now a clear illustration of Hollywood’s unequal playing field. After Baby Boy, Gibson moved swiftly into two of the biggest franchises in cinema, the Fast and Furious series, beginning with 2 Fast 2 Furious in 2003, and the Transformers franchise. Both delivered him recurring roles, global audiences and the kind of career longevity that comes with being embedded in a blockbuster universe.
Henson, meanwhile, never received that call. Nearly 30 years into a career that includes an Oscar nomination for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, a Golden Globe for her role as Cookie Lyon in Fox’s Empire, and a lead role in the celebrated Hidden Figures, she has still not booked her first franchise film. She said as much to Kotb plainly, without performance and without anger just fact.
The contrast between the two trajectories is not a matter of talent or ambition. Henson’s résumé speaks for itself. The difference, she now understands, is politics.
What makes Henson’s perspective so compelling is not just the acknowledgment of disparity it is where she has arrived emotionally. She told Kotb that the industry’s gatekeeping no longer wounds her the way it once might have. After decades of navigating a system that consistently gave male actors a wider runway, she has found a different kind of footing.
She now sits on the other side of the table, working as a producer and using her influence to shape projects rather than simply waiting to be chosen for them. That shift, from talent being evaluated to talent doing the evaluating, represents something the franchise system never offered her real creative authority.
Her story is not an isolated one. It reflects a pattern that has defined Hollywood for generations, where female actors, regardless of their proven commercial or critical value, are funneled into a narrower set of opportunities than their male counterparts. Franchise deals the kind that guarantee multi film arcs, merchandise, and cultural staying power have historically gone to men at a disproportionate rate.
Henson’s career, measured honestly, is remarkable. She has delivered performances that earned her a place among the most respected actresses of her generation. She has anchored both prestige drama and mainstream entertainment, built a loyal fanbase and used her platform to speak openly about pay equity and industry reform.
But her willingness to name the specific thing she never received the franchise, the blockbuster universe, the recurring role in something that runs for a decade gives the conversation a weight that goes beyond her personal experience. It puts a number and a name to something many in the industry prefer to discuss only in the abstract.
Gibson got two. Henson got none. They started in the same film, in the same year, with the same level of industry attention. The math, as she has made clear, was never really about the math.
For Henson, the reality crystallized early right around the time she appeared alongside Tyrese Gibson in the 2001 John Singleton drama Baby Boy.
When Baby Boy hit theaters, the industry buzz around Henson was immediate. People who had watched Singleton launch careers before were confident she was next in line for major stardom. And on the surface, the prediction made sense. The film was praised, Henson’s performance was noticed, and the opportunities seemed inevitable.
But Henson told Kotb she felt something different pulling at her instincts. Even as colleagues celebrated what they assumed would be an overnight transformation into blockbuster territory, she had a quiet, persistent sense that her path would look nothing like the one people were mapping out for her. She did not know exactly why at the time. She just knew.
She was right.Two franchises vs. none in the same year
What happened next is now a clear illustration of Hollywood’s unequal playing field. After Baby Boy, Gibson moved swiftly into two of the biggest franchises in cinema, the Fast and Furious series, beginning with 2 Fast 2 Furious in 2003, and the Transformers franchise. Both delivered him recurring roles, global audiences and the kind of career longevity that comes with being embedded in a blockbuster universe.
Henson, meanwhile, never received that call. Nearly 30 years into a career that includes an Oscar nomination for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, a Golden Globe for her role as Cookie Lyon in Fox’s Empire, and a lead role in the celebrated Hidden Figures, she has still not booked her first franchise film. She said as much to Kotb plainly, without performance and without anger just fact.
The contrast between the two trajectories is not a matter of talent or ambition. Henson’s résumé speaks for itself. The difference, she now understands, is politics.
What makes Henson’s perspective so compelling is not just the acknowledgment of disparity it is where she has arrived emotionally. She told Kotb that the industry’s gatekeeping no longer wounds her the way it once might have. After decades of navigating a system that consistently gave male actors a wider runway, she has found a different kind of footing.
She now sits on the other side of the table, working as a producer and using her influence to shape projects rather than simply waiting to be chosen for them. That shift, from talent being evaluated to talent doing the evaluating, represents something the franchise system never offered her real creative authority.
Her story is not an isolated one. It reflects a pattern that has defined Hollywood for generations, where female actors, regardless of their proven commercial or critical value, are funneled into a narrower set of opportunities than their male counterparts. Franchise deals the kind that guarantee multi film arcs, merchandise, and cultural staying power have historically gone to men at a disproportionate rate.
Henson’s career, measured honestly, is remarkable. She has delivered performances that earned her a place among the most respected actresses of her generation. She has anchored both prestige drama and mainstream entertainment, built a loyal fanbase and used her platform to speak openly about pay equity and industry reform.
But her willingness to name the specific thing she never received the franchise, the blockbuster universe, the recurring role in something that runs for a decade gives the conversation a weight that goes beyond her personal experience. It puts a number and a name to something many in the industry prefer to discuss only in the abstract.
Gibson got two. Henson got none. They started in the same film, in the same year, with the same level of industry attention. The math, as she has made clear, was never really about the math.
'Focker-in-Law' Trailer: Ariana Grande Faces Off with Ben Stiller in Next 'Meet the Parents' Movie!
The trailer has arrived for the upcoming movie Focker-in-Law, the fourth movie in the beloved Meet the Parents film franchise.
Ariana Grande joins the cast in the upcoming sequel, reuniting Ben Stiller as Greg Focker and Robert De Niro as Jack Byrnes.
The franchise began in 2000 with the first Meet the Parents movie, which grossed $330 million worldwide. Sequels arrived in 2004 with Meet the Fockers and 2010 with Little Fockers. 16 years later, the franchise continues!
Also returning are Owen Wilson, Blythe Danner, and Teri Polo. Joining the cast are Skyler Gisondo and Beanie Feldstein as kids Henry and Samantha, plus Eduardo Franco in an unknown role. Ariana is playing Henry’s new fiancee Olivia Jones.
It looks like the movie is going to be Greg vs. Olivia, and we can’t wait to see it!
John Hamburg returns to the franchise as writer and director. The movie is set to hit theaters on November 25, making it the perfectly family comedy for Thanksgiving.
The full trailer debuted on Wednesday (April 15) during the Universal Pictures panel at CinemaCon, a convention where studios present their film slates to movie theater owners. You can watch it HERE:
The trailer has arrived for the upcoming movie Focker-in-Law, the fourth movie in the beloved Meet the Parents film franchise.
Ariana Grande joins the cast in the upcoming sequel, reuniting Ben Stiller as Greg Focker and Robert De Niro as Jack Byrnes.
The franchise began in 2000 with the first Meet the Parents movie, which grossed $330 million worldwide. Sequels arrived in 2004 with Meet the Fockers and 2010 with Little Fockers. 16 years later, the franchise continues!
Also returning are Owen Wilson, Blythe Danner, and Teri Polo. Joining the cast are Skyler Gisondo and Beanie Feldstein as kids Henry and Samantha, plus Eduardo Franco in an unknown role. Ariana is playing Henry’s new fiancee Olivia Jones.
It looks like the movie is going to be Greg vs. Olivia, and we can’t wait to see it!
John Hamburg returns to the franchise as writer and director. The movie is set to hit theaters on November 25, making it the perfectly family comedy for Thanksgiving.
The full trailer debuted on Wednesday (April 15) during the Universal Pictures panel at CinemaCon, a convention where studios present their film slates to movie theater owners. You can watch it HERE:
Marjorie Taylor Greene Says Trump Told Her It’d Be Her Fault If Her Son Got Killed
In a tense sit-down with Piers Morgan, Marjorie Taylor Greene laid out a series of serious claims that quickly shifted from politics to personal safety. While discussing what she described as an effort to bury information tied to Jeffrey Epstein, Greene alleged that Donald Trump attempted to cover up Epstein-related files and even tied major political events to that effort.
Greene claimed the situation escalated after she spoke out, saying Trump labeled her a “traitor.” From there, she described a wave of threats targeting her family, including her son. According to Greene, when she raised concerns about the danger, she says Trump showed no compassion and instead told her that any harm that came to her son would be her fault.
Trump has not publicly responded to these specific claims but has called her names like “nut job”.
Greene claimed the situation escalated after she spoke out, saying Trump labeled her a “traitor.” From there, she described a wave of threats targeting her family, including her son. According to Greene, when she raised concerns about the danger, she says Trump showed no compassion and instead told her that any harm that came to her son would be her fault.
Trump has not publicly responded to these specific claims but has called her names like “nut job”.
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