Rick Ross is known for living lavishly, but according to his daughter, he may be taking things a little too far — at least when it comes to acting his age. The Maybach Music Group boss recently found himself on the receiving end of some playful yet pointed criticism from his eldest daughter, Toie Roberts, after a clip of the two interacting went viral online. In the footage, Toie doesn’t hold back as she jokingly calls out her famous father for behaving like he’s still in his 20s. “My daddy is old as f*** and he acts like he’s my age,” she joked, reminding Ross that while she and her older brother are adults, he still has several younger children at home. Toie encouraged the rapper to slow down and embrace a more age-appropriate lifestyle, poking fun at his nonstop energy. View this post on Instagram Rick Ross, who is approaching 50, appeared to take the comments in stride, laughing along as his daughter roasted him. Fans quickly picked up on the moment, praising Toie for keeping it real while also highlighting the close and candid relationship she shares with her father.

Rap superstar Wiz Khalifa, born Cameron Thomaz, has been hit with a nine-month prison sentence in Romania. View this post on Instagram An appellate court flipped a lower court’s earlier call that had let the 38-year-old Pittsburgh native walk away with a fine, according to court records cited by local outlet Cancan. The Constanța Court of Appeal upheld an appeal filed by Romania’s Directorate for Investigating Organized Crime and Terrorism, or DIICOT, through its Constanța Territorial Service, partially overturning a ruling issued by the Constanța Tribunal. That earlier decision imposed a criminal fine of 3,000 Romanian lei. On appeal, judges ruled that a custodial sentence was “warranted under Romanian law,” sending the case into much harser territory. Court minutes cited by Cancan show Khalifa was convicted under Law No. 143/2000 for what the statute defines as “unlawful possession of dangerous drugs for personal use.” The appellate ruling is final and binding, closing the door on further challenges under Romania’s criminal procedure rules. Wiz Khalifa Sentenced To 9 Months In Prison In Romania The case dates back to 2024. The “Black and Yellow” hitmaker was briefly detained during legal proceedings and later released without being remanded into custody. Romanian authorities were quick to draw a line around the charges, stressing that the case did not involve drug trafficking. Instead, prosecutors framed it squarely as possession for personal use — an offense that carries a statutory penalty ranging from three months to two years in prison or a fine. That distinction mattered little on appeal. By rejecting the fine-only sentence, the appellate court signaled that celebrity status offers no shield in Romania’s drug laws.. Under Law No. 143/2000, possession offenses remain firmly criminalized, even as other jurisdictions rethink similar conduct. Khalifa’s sentencing has reignited debate around Romania’s hardline approach, especially when stacked against shifts elsewhere. Countries such as Germany, Spain, Portugal and the Netherlands have moved toward decriminalization or administrative penalties for small-quantity possession. In parts of the United States, similar conduct has been reduced to civil infractions or legalized outright. Romania, however, continues to enforce tougher sanctions, and the court’s ruling makes that stance unmistakable. As the appellate panel made clear by reinstating prison time, the law leaves no leniency once a conviction is entered. Wiz’s public image has long been intertwined with marijuana culture. For Wiz Khalifa, the decision lands as a stark reminder that international tours and global branding don’t change local law.

BIA is making her relationship with NBA star Cam Whitmore Instagram official — and she’s doing it in classic courtside style. View this post on Instagram The Boston-born rapper, 34, shared a series of photos and videos on social media that subtly — and then unmistakably — confirmed her romance with the Washington Wizards forward, 21. The posts included a selfie video of BIA sitting courtside at a Wizards game against the New Orleans Pelicans, a photo highlighting her designer handbag with the game unfolding in the background, and a final Instagram Story video showing BIA and Whitmore kissing in front of a full-length mirror. One caption, in particular, caught fans’ attention. “Cute bags I wore watching my man [heart-eyes emoji],” BIA wrote alongside a courtside photo, putting both her fashion sense and her relationship status on display. BIA & Cam Whitmore Make It Official While the image showcased a luxury accessory, the wording shifted the focus to Whitmore, making it clear that the NBA player is more than just a friend. By referring to him as “my man,” BIA left little room for speculation about where they stand. The courtside setting added another layer to the reveal. Sitting front row places BIA firmly inside Whitmore’s professional world, signaling support and closeness rather than a casual appearance. In the video, she smiles confidently as the game plays out behind her, blending glamour with a personal moment tied to Whitmore’s career. BIA continued the soft launch in her Instagram Stories, posting another clip and writing, “BC Holidayyyy [heart emoji].” While she didn’t explain the meaning behind “BC,” fans quickly interpreted it as a personal reference to Whitmore, possibly using his initials or a nickname. The playful wording and heart emoji suggested a celebratory mood, framing the moment as a happy pause from their busy schedules. The most direct confirmation came later, when BIA shared a mirror video of herself and Whitmore kissing. The candid clip felt intimate and unfiltered, offering a glimpse into their relationship without the polish of a red-carpet appearance or official announcement. Together, the posts painted a clear picture. Rather than issuing a statement, BIA chose to tell her story visually, blending fashion, basketball, and affection. The result was a quiet but confident reveal — one that confirmed her new romance while keeping the moment entirely on her own terms.

Wale is revisiting the moment that turned into one of the most talked-about clips from this year’s BET Awards, his unexpected interaction with streamer Kai Cenat. What seemed like a light exchange quickly spiraled online after Cenat admitted on camera that he didn’t recognize the Grammy-nominated rapper. The fallout, Wale says, affected him more personally than viewers assumed. During an interview on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay, Wale explained how the situation struck a nerve. “Kai Cenat talking about mental health. He gets it now,” he said, using the incident to highlight how easily online reactions can impact someone. He continued: “Imagine giving your life to this game, then you go to support the culture that you’ve been a part of for 13 years. Then you go online, and everybody’s like, ‘Yo, @KaiCenat, he didn’t know who you were.’” Social media users have since debated Wale’s feelings, with some questioning why the mix-up bothered him at all. “Wait is he saying his mental was affected bc a 23 year old who listens to Michael Jackson didn’t know him?” one person wrote. Another argued that Cenat’s age and streaming environment explained everything: “Kai was too young to recognize someone who is not as relevant anymore… Like just go back under the rock you been in bruh.” The discourse began the night of the awards, after Cenat greeted Wale and later confessed he had no idea who he had just spoken to. When Wale spoke to him afterward, he expressed frustration about how the moment looked online. “That sh*t making me look crazy now, just so you know,” he told Cenat. “That’s making me look crazy, the exchange we had in the hallway. I mean, they running with it, but we’ll talk later.” Cenat eventually apologized publicly. “I’mma go ahead and say to Wale, I hope he didn’t take my interaction personal,” he said on livestream. “How can you blame me from being who I am? You feel me? I’m young!” He also reminded viewers that he was only nine years old when “Lotus Flower Bomb” dropped.

Brooklyn rapper Troy Ave used a December 17 Instagram post to address a rare, face-to-face moment with longtime rival Maino, turning a viral clip into a broader reflection on loyalty, pride, and survival in hip-hop. The post arrived alongside footage showing Troy Ave holding his infant son while running into Maino at the Lamont Roach vs. Pitbull Cruz boxing match in Las Vegas, a setting primed for tension but defined instead by restraint. “I saw Chaino at the fight… We kept it cordial,” Troy Ave wrote, setting the tone for what he framed as personal growth. View this post on Instagram Rather than reigniting old smoke, the rapper emphasized composure and priorities. “We didn’t crash out or mess up the money,” he added, noting that he had floor seats “for the whole family.” According to Troy Ave, the exchange stayed respectful, even revealing a shift in dynamics. “He even called me ‘Mr. Ave,’” Troy wrote, presenting the moment as mutual acknowledgment rather than confrontation. From there, Troy revisited the roots of the tension. He explained that the fallout began when Maino publicly called him a “bro” while simultaneously associating with someone Troy Ave says was openly “hating” on him. Troy Ave & Maino Run Into Each Other In Las Vegas, Troy Ave Speaks In Troy’s view, that move broke an unwritten code. “If we were really ‘cool & bros’… I felt like he shouldn’t of ever done that,” he wrote, stressing that he had previously contributed features and videos “for free.” The most explosive part of the caption focused on a long-circulated chain controversy. Troy Ave accused Maino of pocketing a chain he dropped during a violent altercation, claiming that incident led to the nickname “Chaino.” He also took issue with Maino publicly shouting “Free Troy Ave” during his incarceration, despite allegedly having the chain at the same time. While Troy Ave downplayed the chain’s value, he used the story to underline a deeper point. “Loyalty in rap is a bigger myth than the streets,” he wrote. As the post closed, Troy expanded his message beyond Maino, pointing to what he sees as widespread industry hypocrisy and admitting that pride once stopped him from offering condolences for Maino’s mother’s passing. His takeaway was blunt and cautionary. “#StreetsIsAMyth,” he wrote, urging artists to avoid throwing their lives away over ego. Citing reconciliations like Young Thug and YFN Lucci shaking hands after bloodshed, Troy Ave framed the Vegas encounter as proof that respect, family, and protecting the bag matter more than carrying rap beef forever.

Mariah The Scientist has fans buzzing after showing off her massive engagement ring. The R&B singer took to social media this week, sharing photos that spotlight a dazzling diamond ring on her finger. While Mariah didn’t explicitly confirm an engagement in her caption, the eye-catching ring quickly sparked speculation among fans, many of whom flooded the comments with congratulatory messages and heart emojis. The ring, which appears to feature a large center stone with an elegant setting, immediately became the focal point of the post. Supporters praised the singer’s glow and style, with several fans suggesting the moment marked a major milestone in her personal life. View this post on Instagram Mariah The Scientist has largely kept her romantic life private, making the post even more intriguing. The singer has been focused on her music in recent years, earning acclaim for her emotionally raw lyrics and standout projects that have solidified her place in modern R&B. As of now, Mariah has not released an official statement confirming the engagement or revealing who may be behind the lavish ring. Still, the post has set social media ablaze, with fans eagerly awaiting more details. View this post on Instagram

Maraye Alexander’s voice joined the growing cooperation of stories on rapper O.T. Genasis after an initial report made on December 14. Alexander marks the third woman to share an incident involving the Long Beach rapper. On December 16, Alexander chimed in alongside multiple women who have now stepped forward with stories about run-ins with O.T. Genasis that could potentially lead to a troubling pattern. The “Coco” hitmaker and representatives continue to remain silent on the claims. By reposting beauty specialist Isabella Grais’ earlier allegation and adding her own account, Alexander aligned herself with Grais and model Naudia Donald, both of whom have publicly described confrontations involving the Long Beach rapper. Alexander’s since-deleted post detailed a night in September at a Los Angeles club, where she claims O.T. Genasis crossed a line. “When I was in the club in LA, he tried to hug me from behind,” she wrote. “I turned around like, ‘Is u cool?’ And told him back up.” According to Alexander, what began as an unwanted advance escalated quickly once she rejected him. She alleges Genasis and his entourage “tried to get on bullyyyy,” and made threats so extreme she was left stunned. “Talkn bout they gon kill everybody like ???” she added, describing an atmosphere that forced her and her group to leave. “We had to leave the club lol.” Maraye Alexander Adds To Growing Stories About Rapper O.T. Genasis As with Grais and Donald, Alexander’s claims were met with immediate skepticism online. Mens Matter Foundation dismissed her story outright, calling it “a coordinated attack” and demanding proof. Alexander fired back with specifics instead of silence. “@ the club 3rd base, September 28th, around 2 am,” she replied, before adding, “Idk what more proof you want pull the cameras .” Her response suggested confidence that receipts exist beyond social media. Another user, @jaxsoninit, accused her of spreading false allegations. Alexander countered by pointing to the timeline. “So u think i randomly texted someone this in September to come say this in December?” she wrote. To reinforce that point, she shared a screenshot of a text message sent the night of the alleged incident. In it, she asked a friend, “Why he threaten to kill meeee cuz I turned him down,” months before Grais’ December 14 post went viral. Other commenters saw a pattern emerging. “It seems like they do this all the time,” @realastroshit wrote, while @googlemebabe added, “So he just an all around weirdo.” Taken together, the accounts from Grais, Donald, and now Alexander have shifted the conversation around O.T. Genasis from isolated claims to broader concerns. None of the claims has resulted in legal charges.

50 Cent continues reveling in the success of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ documentary, Sean Combs: The Reckoning, with his latest Instagram post on December 17, aimed at teasing Netflix’s crown jewel, Stranger Things. The mogul’s post carried the swagger of a chart check and the bite of a diss. It recognizes his current dominance on the platform as proof that cultural heat can rival even Netflix’s biggest-budget bets. The post featured a photo of 50 Cent seated and mid-phone call, followed by a second slide that delivered the punch. “I know Stranger Things is pissed they spent $500M on this season, only to be beat by Diddy doing stranger things ,” the image reads. View this post on Instagram The line flipped Netflix’s sci-fi blockbuster into a measuring stick. 50 positioned himself as the disruptive force capable of outshining prestige television through sheer attention and timing. The mogul’s Instagram marketing has become revered by the culture. It wasn’t an isolated jab. Earlier this month, on December 8, 50 took a similar shot after sharing a photo from inside a Netflix boardroom. “This is my 3rd meeting today at Netflix, look guy I know you spent a lot of money on Stranger Things but it can’t fuck with me. I’m #1 in 43 countries and #2 in 8 others just facts,” he wrote. The message read like a rap boast translated into streaming economics, grounded in rankings rather than rhetoric. 50 Cent Continues To Tease Netflix’s “Stranger Things” As “Sean Combs: The Reckoning” Remains #1 Taken together, the posts paint 50 as a mogul fluent in the language of algorithms and optics. He isn’t just talking numbers; he’s weaponizing them, publicly contrasting Netflix’s reported $500 million investment in Stranger Things with the immediacy and pull of unscripted content. In classic hip-hop fashion, the flex doubles as a challenge, daring prestige franchises to compete with real-time relevance. The comments section played along, amplifying the tone. “The best petty marketer ever. You have to do a master class one day ,” wrote @dogfatherofharlem, while @min_.enhle joked, “If I send you this picture, know our beef is forever!” Another follower waved the white flag early. “Ay 50 if I ever did anything man I’m sorry,” @zacslatermusic commented. Others leaned into the Stranger Things comparison itself. “To be real, the Diddy documentary could’ve been called Stranger Things as well,” @cjmendez wrote, echoed by @prophetgaming77’s line, “The truth is stranger than fiction.” One commenter summed up 50’s aura succinctly: “2 ppl I will never play with… 50 Cent and the IRS.” By the time a fan declared, “50 Cent is the Goat,” the message had landed. This wasn’t just trolling. It was a reminder that in the streaming era, a well-timed flex can hit harder than a half-billion-dollar season.

 Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua took shots at each other in the press conference leading up to their “Judgement Day” bout.  Held at Fillmore in Miami, Joshua, a two-time heavyweight champion from the United Kingdom, spoke about his participation in the fight. “If we look at the people that don’t want me to be here,” Joshua said. “But want me to put an end to ‘the Jake Paul show.’ I understand it, and that’s why I carry boxing on my back with this fight.” Paul defended himself, claiming his impact on the sport of boxing has been significant. “No one has done more for the sport of boxing in the last decade than myself,” Paul said.”So if people cared about boxing, they would want me to win. But I see the angle they’re coming from in the sense that he’s been doing it all his life. I think that I’m more important for boxing, so if they cared about the sport, they would want me to win.” Paul said that Joshua is taking the biggest risk of his career by fighting him. I believe he’s locked in. He knows that this could potentially be the biggest loss and will be the biggest loss of his career. And he has so much to lose. That’s what I plan on bringing to the table.  I’ve got him in the corner, and I know that those nerves are going to kick in once he sees what I can do today. Joshua also shared that he took to the fight to showcase his boxing talent on display for American boxing fans. “It’s a chance for me to showcase my skills. What an opportunity, man. That was one of the reasons I wanted to take this fight, it was a great opportunity<” Joshua said. “ I saw what this means. It’s not even my biggest payday; it’s not about money. For me, it was about the opportunity to showcase my skills to the world.”

Snoop Dogg is bringing all the Christmas vibes to the NFL. Netflix has announced that Snoop will be the halftime performer for the Detroit Lions–Minnesota Vikings matchup on Dec. 25. The performance is part of the streamer’s annual NFL Christmas Gameday event. In anticipation of the show, Netflix dropped a teaser video for the halftime show earlier this week. The video features George Clinton narrating dropping his famous line “bow wow wow, yippie yo yippie yay,” from his classic song “Atomic Dog.”  Snoop sampled the track on his song “What’s My Name” ? (Who am I?).   Snoop released a statement expressing his excitement about the upcoming performance. View this post on Instagram “NFL, Netflix, and your Uncle Snoop on Christmas Day?” the Doggfather stated. “We’re servin’ up music, love and good vibes for the whole world to enjoy. That’s the kind of holiday magic Santa can’t fit in a bag.” “Christmas Gameday just got a whole lot cooler,” added Bela Bajaria, Netflix’s Chief Content Officer. “We’re uniting two global cultural juggernauts, the NFL and the one and only Snoop Dogg, who will drop the hottest halftime show. As a West Coast girl and huge fan myself, I can confidently say this is the ultimate gift we could give our members. We’re ready to drop it like it’s hot with this holiday celebration!” The Christmas Day football action features two marquee NFC division rivalries: the Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders and the Detroit Lions vs. Minnesota Vikings. Both games will be streamed live on Netflix.  CBS Sports will produce the games, with NFL Media producing the pre, post, and halftime programming.