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Play video content DDG unfollowed his girlfriend Halle Bailey on Instagram earlier this week … setting off Gen-Z breakup alarms, but he also raised suspicions and anger from one of Halle’s family members. Chloe x Halle’s older sister Ski was among the breakup-believers, and posted a video Wednesday to drag her potential brother-in-law for filth

While conservatives are up in arms about Sam Smith and Kim Petras‘ hell-themed performance of “Unholy” at the Grammys … the Church of Satan is unimpressed. David Harris, magister for the Church of Satan, tells TMZ … Sam and Kim’s performance was “alright” and “nothing particularly special.” Harris, who’s pretty high up in the Church

Michael Jackson‘s music may very well have a new co-owner if a mega deal is negotiated with Sony worth nearly a billion dollars, but there are strings attached … TMZ has learned. Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ … the MJ estate will NEVER sell Michael’s historic catalog outright. BUT, we’ve learned the estate would

Lil Wayne‘s former dream home in one of Miami’s most exclusive neighborhoods is officially off the market, meaning Weezy’s officially pulling outta South Florida … TMZ Hip Hop has learned. The YMCMB boss listed his lavish half-acre property back in September, asking $29.5 million … and then discounted it, slightly, at a mere $28 mil.

Play video content Instagram / @torae Jay-Z‘s making sure to acknowledge the trail blazed by Rakim to enable his own hip hop immortalization … giving the “Paid In Full” creator his flowers backstage at the Grammys!!! The 2 NYC rap icons lit up when they crossed paths in a hallway, and Jay thanked Rakim for

Dee Dee Ramone fans with a passion for the singer’s life and some seriously deep pockets will now have a shot at owning some of his most personal items. Ramone’s ex-wife, Vera Boldis, is teaming up with Moments In Time auctions to sell a bundle of Dee Dee’s belongings for a hefty $1.5 million. Boldis

Lizzo‘s boyfriend was front and center this weekend — both at a big starry event, and on the place where a relationship matters most … the Gram. The singer showed off actor and comedian, Myke Wright Saturday night at the Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala, standing shoulder to shoulder with her man … and embracing each

Play video content TMZ.com Sheila E. says Shania Twain doesn’t need to dwell on what could have been — taking Prince up on an offer to collab on a breakup album years ago — because Shania was right to say no. We got Sheila at LAX and our photog asked her about Shania’s recent revelation

Some of the biggest names in music were out in force Friday for a second night of pre-Grammy partying, hitting several major shindigs around L.A. Just like Thursday night, there were were a slew of celebrations in town ahead of the iconic awards show and the parties were flooded with bold-faced names, including Jay-Z and

Louisiana rapper Rob49 is back on his feet after being shot last month … and is doubling down on his murder rap career with his new single. The up-and-coming Louisiana rapper thanked fans for their well wishes before dropping off the video to “4God II” on Friday … and stepped into The Shade Room to

Jay-Z is set to deliver his internet-breaking “God Did” verse live at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards … as part of DJ Khaled‘s big stage blowout on Sunday night, TMZ Hip Hop can confirm. “God Did” is up for Song of the Year, Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance … potentially extending Jay-Z’s rapper-leading

Kelly Clarkson‘s alleged stalker is now facing a slew of criminal charges after the singer claimed the woman keeps showing up at her home … even with a restraining order against her. The L.A. City Attorney’s Office tells TMZ … Huguette Nicole Young was charged last month with one count of stalking, four counts of

Irene Cara, the singer most known for her ’80s hits in “Flashdance” and “Fame”, died as a result of hypertension and high cholesterol … TMZ has learned. In medical docs, obtained by TMZ, the medical examiner in Pinellas County has ruled Irene’s official cause of death is Arteriosclerotic and Hypertensive Cardiovascular Disease … it was

Selena Gomez is not hiding behind filters, edits or layers of makeup … instead, she’s baring her natural face for all to see, and getting tons of support in the process. The “Only Murders In The Building” star just shared a series of selfies — that in and of itself wouldn’t be news … but

Alyssa Milano has extended an olive branch to Britney Spears after being publicly called out by the singer … TMZ has learned. A rep for the actress tells us Alyssa reached out to Britney privately Wednesday to apologize after BS took to Instagram to slam a tweet of Alyssa’s that she considered “bullying.” As for

Latto nearly had the last laugh on “panty police” haters who accused her of repeatedly wearing one pair of animal print undies, but eBay is deflating her auction dreams!!! A spokesperson for eBay tells TMZ Hip Hop … used and worn underwear is a direct violation of their “used clothing policy,” and that’s why it’s

Play video content Cavs forward Isaac Okoro had a religious experience while listening to ‘Take Me To Church’ on Monday … and hilariously performed the song in the team’s hot tub!! The 22-year-old former 5th overall draft pick was sitting in the team’s hot tub (hey, gotta take care of the body) minding his business,

Play video content TMZ.com The late Young Dolph‘s life and times have expertly been curated through a traveling pop-up museum … attracting rap peers like Jim Jones, who recently soaked up the detailed exhibit. TMZ Hip Hop got vid of the Dipset Capo during his recent visit at the NYC edition of Dolphland as he

Play video content Some rappers make NBA highlights just by sitting courtside — but a few artists actually got on the court this weekend to make some Top 10-worthy jumpers!!! Both Travis Scott and The Game got the royalty treatment during the Utah Jazz win over the Dallas Mavericks Saturday inside Vivint Arena … and

Amy Winehouse fans who got PO’d seeing Marisa Abela in costume for the biopic probably aren’t gonna be happy with this latest update, ’cause it’s still looking a little … off. TMZ obtained photos that were taken out in London Sunday afternoon, where the actress was in full costume portraying the late singer. As you