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      Watch the shocking moment Kid Cudi jumps off Coachella stage and breaks his foot – before being rushed to hospital

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      AMERICAN rapper and singer Kid Cudi has broken his foot after jumping off stage at Coachella music festival.The 40-year-old was a surprise addition to the second weekend line-up of the desert extravaganza, which takes place near Palm Springs, California, but things took a turn for the worse when he had to unexpectedly end his set.The music star had to end his set early after falling off stageCredit: TwitterThe rapper was helped by security staff before being rushed to hospitalCredit: TwitterKid Cudi took to social media to reveal he had broken his footCredit: TwitterIn a video posted by a fan on X, formerly known as Twitter, Kid Cudi decided to jump off the Sahara stage to get closer to fans – and in the process, landed badly on his foot.This was the rapper’s first time performing at Coachella since 2019.The incident happened on Sunday afternoon during his performance of Memories, a track withinternational DJ David Guetta.A security guard and photographer came to the music star’s rescue, taking an arm each to quickly carry him out, before he was rushed to hospital.Read More on CoachellaFans took to social media to comment during the aftermath.One said: “Your set was amazing! Wishing you a speedy recovery” “I can’t believe you broke your foot and took it like such a champ too” another added.A third commented: “Hope it will heal faster so you can rage again for the Insano tour”Most read in MusicKid Cudi, whose real name is Scott Mescudi, also took to X to speak about his fall:“Hey guys, so I broke my foot today at the show. Just leavin the hospital. Never broken a bone before so this is all a bit crazy.“I wanna thank u all for ur concerns and well wishes!! I love yall man. I heard yall still ragin when I was offstage. Made me smile big” He continued.In his set, he performed new tracks MOON MAN S**T and BLUE SKY ahead of his Insano World Tour, which begins later this year.Tems brings out Justin Bieber and Wizkid in Coachella PerformanceKid Cudi is widely recognised as a trailblazer in the contemporary hip hop scene.The American rapper, singer and record producer shot to international stardom following the release of his 2008 mixtape, A Kid Named Cudi. This would go on to catch the eye of famous musician Kanye West, who signed the music star to his Good Music record label.He has since released major hits such as Day ‘n’ Nite and Pursuit of Happiness becoming a household name in the world of rap. Kid Cudi performed an amazing set for fans before his fallCredit: GettyThe rapper was a surprise addition to the Coachella weekend 2 line-upCredit: GettyKid Cudi shot to fame in 2008Credit: Getty More

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      Chris King ‘dies’ as Justin Bieber and Trippie Redd lead tributes to rapper and say ‘this one hurts’

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      JUSTIN Bieber is mourning the death of his industry friend Chris King after an alleged shooting in Nashville, Tennessee.The rapper gained famed by collaborating with fellow music artist Trippie Redd.Chris King has died in Nashville, Tennessee, and his rapper industry friends – including Justin Bieber – are in shockCredit: Instagram/whoischriskingChris rose to fame from his collaborations with rapper Trippie ReddCredit: Instagram/whoischriskingJustin posted a video of him and Chris in a warm embrace on his Instagram Stories.”Love you, bro,” he captioned the post. “This one hurts, please keep his family in your prayers,” Justin told his followers. “See you in paradise, brother,” Justin concluded. Trippie Redd posted several to his Instagram featuring Chris with Justin. “I am so hurt [right now] I can’t even think,” the rapper lamented. “I love you, bro, come back!” Trippie Red shared adding several broken heart emojis.CLOSE FRIENDSCourtland Young, a friend who was tagged in Chris’ Instagram Story from late Friday night, posted on his Instagram Story. Most read in Celebrity”I can’t answer all of the DMs… I was his artist, friend, and I had his back,” he said. “You can ask anyone in his life, stop speaking on s**t you don’t know,” the musician said.Hailey Bieber reacts to split rumors with Justin at Coachella hours after they were spotted watching concert separately”I can’t speak on this [right now] but I’ve been on the phone with his family and close friend,” Courtland continued. “I just saw my close friend close his life and I’m getting questioned? [Get the f**k out],” he exclaimed. “Please let his family grieve while everything gets figured out,” he told his followers. RIP26-year-old Industry rapper DJ Scheme posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, mourning Chris.Chris’ industry friends have all been left in shock by the news of his deathCredit: Instagram/jynxthevip”Damn dawg, wtf,” he said.”RIP Chris King,” DJ Scheme commented. Several followers shared their shock at the devastating news. “What?!?!” one X user exclaimed. “Damn, is it real, bro?” a second asked. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I can’t believe this s**t,” the same user commented. “No way… RIP, man,” a third said.Justin asked his followers to keep Chris’ family ‘in their prayers’Credit: GettyHis industry colleague and friend Trippie Redd posted several tribute photosCredit: GettyTrippie Redd captioned the post saying, ‘I love you, bro, come back!’Credit: Instagram/trippieredd More

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      GloRilla arrested for DUI in Georgia and suffers wardrobe malfunction during sobriety test before being hauled to jail

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      RAPPER GloRilla has been arrested on the charge of driving while intoxicated. GloRilla, legally known as Gloria Hallelujah Woods, 24, is a new rapper in the music scene. GloRilla was arrested Tuesday morning in GeorgiaCredit: GettyShe was arrested for a DUI, having an open alcohol container in the car, and a traffic violationCredit: Gwinnett County Sheriff’s OfficeOn Tuesday morning, the rapper was arrested in Gwinnett County, Georgia, according to TMZ. She was held on the charges of driving under the influence, having an open alcoholic beverage, and a traffic charge. She was brought into the jail around 6:12 am, but someone bonded her out a few hours later. The police involved with the case stated they saw a car make a U-turn at a red light at 4 am that morning. This illegal maneuver gave them to cause to pull the vehicle over.One officer said he smelled marijuana and alcohol in the car, and the musician admitted that she was drinking that night. However, she wouldn’t reveal how much she drank and claimed she was able to drive. A field sobriety test was then given to the musician, and officers said she had a hard time staying on her feet. Most read in ShowbizShe had to complete the eye-tracking test, balance on one leg, walk in a straight line, and perform other sobriety trials. After failing those tests, according to police, they attempted to administer a breathalyzer, but GloRilla refused. Video of GloRilla in fast food uniform at Checkers resurfaces from before rapper’s impressive rise to fameDuring the incident, an officer revealed that she suffered a major wardrobe malfunction when one of her breasts came out of her top. He then had to deliver the unfortunate news to the performer so she could cover her chest. She was then arrested and one of her associates picked up her car. NO WORRIESGloRilla seems to be unphased by the whole ordeal as she has been continually posting on her Instagram Story for the 24 hours after her arrest. GloRilla had to perform several field sobriety testsCredit: GettyShe has reposted several videos and memes revolving around her song with Megan Thee Stallion – Wanna Be – which was released earlier this year. There was also a video posted around 10 pm that showed her rapping in the back of a car with bright yellow hair. It looked like she was about to head out of a night of fun as she was dressed in a tight lowcut white top, a large diamond necklace, and glam makeup. GloRilla wore a huge smile as she performed for her followers and spoke to the camera. On social media, music fans didn’t seem surprised by the rapper’s situation, and many were angry that she would drive while under the influence. Those who are fans of the rapper seemed frustrated that her wardrobe malfunction was made public knowledge. READ MORE SUN STORIESOne said, “Why are they doing GloRilla like that? Shouldn’t yo boob popping out be kept confidential?”She even seemed happy in her mugshot as she showed off her smile for the jail’s camera. Officers claimed she didn’t pass any of the field testsCredit: GettyA police officer claimed that she suffered a wardrobe malfunction before being arrestedCredit: GettyGloRilla seemed unphased by the incident as she maintained her social media presenceCredit: Instagram/glorillapimp More

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      Iconic DJ Mister Cee dies at 57 after decades in radio and working with Biggie Smalls and Big Daddy Kane

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      ICONIC New York DJ Mister Cee has died at age 57.The Brooklyn-born DJ, real name Calvin LeBrun, was a staple in the hip-hop world, working with rap icons like Big Daddy Kane and the Notorious BIG, as known as Biggie Smalls.Iconic rap DJ Mister Cee has reportedly diedCredit: GettyMister Cee worked with fellow Brooklyn rap legends Big Daddy Kane and The Notorious BIG, better known as Biggie SmallsCredit: GettyThe hip-hop icon was the host of the Throwback at Noon program on Hot 97Credit: GettyHot 97, the radio station where LeBrun hosted the Throwback at Noon program in New York City, announced his death on Tuesday.”He wasn’t just a DJ; he was a pillar of our stations, bringing joy to countless listeners with his legendary Throwback at Noon and Friday Night Live sets.”Mr. Cee’s influence stretched far beyond the airwaves, shaping the very fabric of NYC’s DJ culture.”Our hearts are heavy as we send our love and condolences to his family and the fans whose lives he touched through his music. Rest easy, Mr. Cee. Your legacy will live forever.”Fellow DJ Peter Rosenberg mourned LeBrun’s passing in an X, formerly Twitter, post, “We have lost the iconic Mister Cee.”I listened to him yesterday and am in complete shock.”He was a dear friend to all of us, a wonderful man, and one of the most important and impactful DJs of all time. I love you Cee.”Rap legend MC Lyte mourned LeBrun’s death, writing, “I’m heartbroken. Wasn’t expecting this at all.Most read in Celebrity”God bless his soul. Mister Cee Rest in power & peace!”BROOKLYN BORN AND RAISEDLeBrun was born on August 17, 1966, in Brooklyn’s rugged Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood.He attended high school with fellow rap icon Antonio Hardy, better known as Big Daddy Kane.Together, the rap duo worked on Big Daddy Kane’s debut album, Long Live the Kane, in 1988.Kane’s raw style, mixed with his fast rhyming, helped catapult the duo to the top of the rap world.His work on Kane’s album played a huge role in LeBrun’s partnership and eventually success on Biggie Smalls’ 1994 debut album, Ready to Die.LeBrun recalled his first encounter with Biggie on Hot 97, “The first time I met him was when his DJ 50 Grand, rest in peace, brought Big to my house.”The plan was we were going to redo the basement demo that he and 50 Grand put together. Big was very shy.”He would always talk with his head down and say, ‘Yo man, don’t be promising me nothing, man. If you say you’re going to do something, do it.'”And I’m like, ‘Nah, we’re going to redo the demo.'”In 2014, he told XXL Magazine that if Biggie were still alive, he’d be proud of his accomplishments.”If Biggie was alive and I still was doing tributes to him, he would probably be like, ‘Yo, man top that s**t, what the f**k are you doing.'” LeBrun told the magazine.”He probably would want me to stop going so hard for him. As far as what I went through, the unfortunate circumstances that I went through, he would definitely be behind me but he would be clowning me all day.”READ MORE SUN STORIESLeBrun also helped launch the careers of many legendary hip-hop musicians such as Jay Z, Alicia Keys, 50 Cent, and many others.Years after his departure from Hot 97, LeBrun continued his career in radio on Radio 103.9 and Rock the Bells on SiriusXM. More

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      Stormzy fans convinced they’ve ‘worked out’ huge new collab after spotting clues on TikTok and festival line up

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      STORMZY fans are convinced they’ve cracked the code on the UK rapper’s next collab after spotting some telling clues. Clips circulating on Tik Tok of a supposed unreleased song see Stormzy, 30, stray away from his usual grime beats and hop on a Drum and Bass track.Stormzy has collaborated with many major artists in the pastCredit: GettyChase & Status are trailblazers in the drum & bass space and could be teaming up with the grime starCredit: Getty Images – GettyDrum and bass legends Chase & Status are rumoured to be the collaborators, and fans are going wild as a festival line-up has added more fuel to the fire.This summer, Cornwall will host Boardmasters music festival, which features an incredible line-up that includes Stormzy and Chase & Status as headliners and fans are hopeful that this is where the artists will debut their new song.Fans took to Tik Tok to share their excitement for the potential link up: One said: “Stormzy on D&B yes!!”Read More on Stormzy“Excuse me I need to see this Live” a second gushed.“They might perform together can’t wait” added a third.The electronic duo from London includes Saul Milton and Will Kennard, and having crossed paths in 2003 at university the pair haven’t looked back.  They have since released six studio albums and have had many hit songs, such as Baddadan and Disconnect, becoming trailblazers in the D&B space.Most read in MusicChase & Status broke into mainstream music by teaming up with major artists such as Becky Hill, Rihanna, and Snoop Dogg.The duo have also made waves in the UK rap scene, collaborating with some of the country’s most renowned rappers, including Kano, Dizzee Rascal and Tinie Tempah – so it only makes sense to bring grime legend Stormzy into the mix.Bugzy Malone reignites bitter feud with Stormzy as he takes a swipe at Maya Jama on new trackStormzy, originally known for his famous freestyles, has claimed his place in the rap game with chart-toppers like Big For Your Boots and Vossi Bop.The three time Brit Awards winner has worked with a wide range of artists, from Little Mix to Ed Sheeran, and most recently with singer-songwriter Raye for the track The Weekend. Both artists boast an incredible amount of collaborations under their belt and fans are now eagerly awaiting to see whether a Stormzy and Chase & Status link up will happen this year. The Summer festival features a stacked line-up for festival goersCredit: BoardmastersStormzy has established himself in the UK rap sceneCredit: Getty More

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      P Diddy’s spoiled sons wore gold crowns for star-studded sweet 16s before ‘sex assault’ & shooting ‘cover-up’ scandals 

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      THEY live in a £30m mansion, enjoy exotic holidays, drive high-end sports cars, and dream of being Hip hop stars like their famous dad..Rapper P Diddy’s sons Christian and Justin Combs are so privileged they wear gold diamond-encrusted crowns and are treated to lavish 16th birthday parties attended by celebrities like singers Nicki Minaj and Lil’ Kim.Justin Combs enjoyed a lavish 16th birthday with ‘date’ Nicki MinajCredit: GettyBut the family’s kingdom could come crashing down as all three men find themselves in legal trouble.Son Christian, 26, – known as King – faces claims of sexual assault while partying on a yacht chartered by his dad in December 2022, just days before Diddy held a star-studded New Year’s Eve party aboard the vessel, attended by the likes of rappers Joe Budden and Travis Scott.His half-brother Justin, 30,  faces allegations he and his dad covered up the shooting of a pal  in a Los Angeles recording studio in September 2022.The brothers were also briefly handcuffed and detained as part of a raid by Homeland Security agents on 54-year-old P Diddy’s Los Angeles estate in March, amid a slew of sexual assault allegations against the star, including trafficking young women.Read more P DiddyThe family have hired ex mobster John Gotti Junior’s former lawyer, Jeffrey Lichtman to investigate the ‘excessive use of force’ in the raids.Lichtman has previously represented Gotti, acting boss of the Gambino crime family in the 90s, as well as drug lord Joaquin ‘El Chapo’ Guzman, who led the international crime syndicate, the Sinaloa cartel.P Diddy’s ex, R&B singer Cassie Ventura accused him of rape and a decade-long campaign of abuse after she signed to his label, Bad Boy Records, in 2006.  Diddy, whose real name is Sean John Combs, settled the case out of court the day after Cassie filed her lawsuit.Most read in CelebrityUsher recalls seeing ‘very curious things’ at Diddy’s house when he was 14 after feds raid rapper’s propertyThe claim against Christian comes from yacht hand Grace O’Marcaigh, 27, who was hired for “a wholesome family excursion” that, she says,  turned “hedonistic”.She claims to have witnessed the Combs family party with a “constant rotation of suspected sex workers” who were taking drugs.In a lawsuit, Grace claims drinks, including hers, may have been spiked and that Christian pressured her to do tequila shots before groping her legs, breasts, bottom and private parts.There is allegedly audio recorded by music producer Rodney Jones – known as Lil Rod – in which Grace tells Christian to stop touching her legs.P Diddy with son Christian at the Met Gala in 2018Credit: GettyJustin Combs and his brother enjoy enviable lifestylesCredit: Instagram/princejdcChristian Combs, with a pal, flies on a private jetCredit: Instagram/kingcombsThe legal action was filed by attorney Tyrone Blackburn, who represents Lil Rod.Jones claims the music mogul repeatedly sexually assaulted and groomed him for sex  from September 2022 to November 2023.He also accuses Diddy, once known as Puff Daddy, and son Justin of a “massive” cover up of their involvement in a shooting.Lil Rod claims that the rapper or his son shot Justin’s friend, identified only as a 30-year-old named ‘G’, in a recording studio bathroom after a row.  It’s said G has since vanished.Jones claims he heard multiple gunshots after a “heated conversation” in the toilet before Combs and Justin walked out of the bathroom.He says he found G lying on the floor curled up, holding his stomach and bleeding out of his leg or hip area.Jones alleges that P Diddy  instructed him to tell police the rapper had nothing to do with the incident – and that G was hit by a drive-by assailant outside the building.P Diddy’s legal team have denied all the allegations against him and his sons.My dad is my best friend – he pushes me to be greaterJustin CombsLawyer Aaron Dyer said the claims against Christian were “lewd and meritless” adding: “This complaint is filled with the same kind of manufactured lies and irrelevant facts we’ve come to expect.”Lil Rod’s lawyer Tyrone Blackburn was recently criticised by a New York judge for improperly filing lawsuits in federal court in an attempt to garner “sensational headlines.”Prince Harry was horribly dragged into the case when Lil Rod claimed Diddy’s “affiliation” to the royal and other stars gave him and his associates ‘legitimacy’. There was no suggestion Prince Harry did anything wrong – or had any knowledge of wrongdoing by others.Justin’s mum, acclaimed stylist Misa Hylton, was left furious after her son was handcuffed during last month’s raid on P Diddy’s home.She shared footage on Instagram saying: “Enough is Enough!! Did Justin need several laser beams from firearms pointed at his chest?? Did Christian need a gun pointed at the back of his head while he was handcuffed?? How many times have we seen young UNARMED BLACK MEN not make it out of these types of situations alive??”Christian’s mum, model Kim Porter, died of lobar pneumonia, aged 47, in 2018, and the family faced cruel fake speculation that P Diddy was somehow behind her death – even after a coroner ruled she died of natural causes.Crown princesP Diddy’s children have led a luxury life mere mortals can only dream of.They spent their childhood’s bouncing between P Diddy’s  £30 million Beverly Hills mansion, £10.7m home in Alpine, New Jersey, and  £2.9m place in East Hampton.They drive top-end cars and fly around the world in private jets.Christian, who goes by the name King, signed up to Diddy’s record label when he turned 18.Bad Boy Records, founded by P Diddy in 1993, is one of the most successful hip-hop and R&B labels in the world, with multiple platinum and gold releases by the likes of the Notorious B.I.G, Faith Evans and Janelle Monae.Christian is also a model, securing a deal with IMG last year, and in 2018 walked for Dolce and Gabbana.He is fond of wearing crowns – as is brother Justin – and in 2018 paired a gold headpiece with a jewel-encrusted suit for the Met Gala.In 2014, Diddy threw Christian a ‘Swervin’ 16’ party at an exclusive Los Angeles nightclub where performers included Kendrick Lamar and French Montana.  The guest list included stars like Khloe Kardashian and singer Faith Evans.Justin Combs, who once co-hosted TV show The Catfish,  had an even bigger sweet 16 celebration at a New York club in 2010 where his dad arranged for Nicki Minaj to be his ‘date’.He was introduced to the crowd when red drapes lifted to reveal him sitting on a throne wearing a gold crown while dressed in a Dolce and Gabbana tux with Adidas shelltoes.The lavish affair was featured in season 9 of MTV series My Super Sweet 16 with rappers Lil’ Kim and Trey Songz in attendance.What is P Diddy accused of?P Diddy has faced a slew of claims which include:

      Cassie, Diddy’s longtime girlfriend, sued him in November 2023, claiming she endured “a cycle of abuse, violence, and sex trafficking” until their relationship ended in 2018. Diddy and Cassie settled the suit the day after it was filed.
      Diddy was hit with two more lawsuits a week later. Joi Dickerson accused Diddy of drugging and raping her and filming the attack when she was a 19-year-old college student in January 1991.
      A second accuser in a separate lawsuit claimed that Diddy and another man sexually assaulted her and a friend in 1990 or 1991 then showed up at her apartment and beat her several days later.
      Diddy was sued again in December by a woman who claimed he and two men gang-raped her in 2003 when she was 17 years old.
      In February 2024, Rodney ‘Lil Rod’ Jones, who helped produce Diddy’s most recent album, claimed that the mogul sexually harassed, drugged, and threatened him from September 2022 to November 2023 as they worked together.

      Supercars at 16P Diddy bought him a £240,000 Mercedes Benz Maybach motor, despite the fact he hadn’t passed his driving test.Last year Justin avoided jail time after being found driving under the influence in Beverly Hills.He was given three years probation after running a red light.Brother Christian drives a red Ferrari and was involved in a crash with a Tesla in 2020 but luckily escaped unharmed. Both boys have gushed about their dad.Christian credits P Diddy with his sense of style and work ethic.He said: “We’re alike in a lot of ways, especially our work ethic.  Every day you gotta keep progressing. If you get nothing done, then you’re backtracking. My dad actually helped me with waking up early, he gets on at me about that.”Justin said his dad is “always motivating me and pushing me to be greater”, adding: “It’s crazy because it’s like my dad but also my best friend at the same time. So it’s very unique and I really appreciate it.”Christian and Julian own luxury carsCredit: Instagram/kingcombsP Diddy with kids Justin, Christian, Quincy, D’Lila, Jessi and ChanceCredit: GettyJustin and Christian Combs were briefly handcuffed during the raid on P Diddy’s mansionCredit: KTTVP Diddy has seven kids with four women.He and Misa Hylton had Justin in the early 90s before he went on to have a relationship with Kim Porter.He adopted Kim’s son Quincy, 31, before they went on to have Christian and twins D’Lila Star and Jessie James in 2006.READ MORE SUN STORIESJust before the twins were born, Diddy cheated on Kim with Sarah Chapman who gave birth to Chance Combs the same year.In 2022, Diddy announced the arrival of a baby girl Love Sean Combs, who he is thought to share with a cyber security expert called Dana Tran. More

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      Watch the moment J.Cole makes shock onstage apology to Kendrick Lamar over bitter rap feud – but fans aren’t happy

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      FANS of Hip-Hop star J Cole were left livid this weekend after the American rapper apologised to rap rival Kendrick Lamar at his own music festival.The German-born rapper, 39, stunned the audience when he made a public apology to arch rap rival Kendrick, 36, at his annual Dreamville festival in his hometown of North Carolina.J Cole apologised to Kendrick Lamar on SundayJ Cole appeared remorseful for years of feuding with LA rapper Kendrick and apologised on stage at his Dreamville festivalCredit: GettyJ Cole pictured with Kendrick Lamar back in 2014. The two music titans have had a long and complicated history including a recent feudCredit: GettyHe told festival-goers: “You all love Kendrick Lamar, correct? As do I. “I want to stand up here to say to Kendrick I am sorry. I am not going to continue to downplay his [Kendrick Lamar’s] greatness.”He then said his diss track, 7 Minute Drill, taken from his mixtape album Might Delete Later, was “lame”.The Grammy-award winner continued: “I am proud of the Might Delete Later. Read More On J.Cole”But the song [7 Minute Drill], is the lamest thing I’ve done in my life.”He continued: “To Kendrick, I apologise. I know this is not what a lot of people want to hear.”The North Carolina-native guessed correctly.Fans stormed social media to announce their fury at the long-standing rap battle’s potential end.Most read in ShowbizOne furious fan posted a comment on X formerly known as twitter, telling social media users: “Apologising on stage at your own festival, what happened to the Hip-Hop I love?”Another disgruntled fan echoed a similar sentiment, tweeting: “I’m definitely disappointed as a J.Cole fan with that apology.The social media user continued: “I wish we could bring back the Tupac & Biggie era, but without any violence. Just a pen and a microphone.”Stars launch Jay Z’s music streaming service TidalOther supporters of the rapper had a different perspective, commending the Dreamville-artist for extending an olive branch, commenting: “J Cole is 39. He doesn’t feel like being in a pointless rap beef. HE DOESN’T HAVE TIME FOR THIS. I’m with him 1000%.”While some Kendrick fans appeared to doubt the intention behind the apology, other fans took to Instagram to accept it on the behalf of their music hero.One said: “Now J Cole and Kendrick fans can come together and unite. I want to hear a joint album!!The two music titans have had a complicated history, often trading subliminal insults at each other for years.DRAKE’S INVOLVMENTKendrick opened for Drake’s Club Paradise tour back in 2012Credit: GettyIn 2012, Canadian rap star Drake, 37, gave Kendrick a leg up in the industry by asking him to open on his Club Paradise Tour. The rappers would collaborate with each other twice that same year, first on Drake’s Take Care album and then as featured guest artists on A$AP Rocky’s Grammy-nominated song Problems.But the friendship would be short-lived.When Kendrick found solo success with his 2013 debut album, Good Kid, m.A.A.d City, he followed it up with a guest verse on Detroit rapper Big Sean’s song Control that called out Drake and fellow rappers Meek Mill, Pusha T and Mac Miller.Kendrick sent a warning to the rappers on the song, saying: “I got love for you all, but I’m trying to [lyrically] murder you.”Drake then made a rare move by responding to the diss in a 2013 Billboard Magazine article. He said: “It [Kendrick’s verse] just sounded like an ambitious thought to me. “That’s all it was. I know good and well that Kendrick’s not [lyrically] murdering me, at all, on any platform. “So when that day presents itself, I guess we can revisit the topic.”Why did Kendrick diss J Cole?The LA rap superstar Kendrick Lamar headlined Glastonbury back in 2022Credit: GettyDrake then enlisted J Cole on his eighth studio album For All The Dogs in October last year.The album included a song called First Person Shooter, and Cole’s verse appeared to be a nod to unity between the three rappers.He called himself, Drake and Kendrick the “big three”, but Kendrick responded on a song titled Like That, and said Cole was “a light pack”. The rap star also made comparisons between another iconic feud of yesteryear: Michael Jackson and Prince.Kendrick said he was the ‘Prince’ of the battle. Drake waded in again, and responded to Kendrick’s dig in Florida last month.He said on stage: “I know that no matter what, it’s not a person on this ‘What’s Kendrick’s beef with Drake and J Cole? Earth that could ever mess with me in my life.”J Cole then delivered a fresh batch of insults addressing Kendrick’s verse in a song called 7 Minute Drill on recent album Might Delete Later. READ MORE SUN STORIESHe penned in his lyrics: “Somebody’s dissing. You want some attention. He’s still doing shows but fell off like The Simpsons.” In addition to this, Cole calls Kendrick’s most recent album, 2022’s Mr Morale and the Big Steppers, “tragic”, before warning Kendrick that he would “humble him.”Sunday’s apology at the Dreamville Festival appears to be a timely offering in the seemingly on-going feud between the rappers. Key moments of J Cole and Kendrick Lamar FeudThe complicated history of J Cole and Kendrick Lamar’s rap feud
      2012: Kendrick opened up for Drake on his Club Paradise Tour back in 2012.
      2013: In 2013, Kendrick dropped a guest verse on Big Sean’s Control, where he called out Drake, along with rappers Meek Mill, Mac Miller, Pusha T and J Cole. Informing all: “I got love for you you all but I’m trying to [lyrically] murder you.”
      Drake responded later on that year, affirming “I know good and well that [Kendrick] is not murdering me, at all, in any platform.”
      2023: The beef appears to have come to ahead when J Cole referred to himself, Drake and Kendrick as the “Big 3” on last years collaborative song with Drake, called First Person Shooter.
      Kendrick responded last month, on rapper Future and producer Metro Boomin’s collaborative song, Like That’, stating: “there’s no big three- it’s just big me.”
      The LA rapper also called J Cole’s verses mediocre, referring to them as “a light pack.”
      March 2024: Drake seemingly addressed the Kendrick verse in concert in Florida last month, telling the audience: “I know no matter what, it’s a not a person on this ‘What’s Kendrick Lamar’s beef with Drake and J Cole? earth that could ever with mess with me in my life.”
      A few weeks later, J Cole dissed Kendrick on a track called 7 Minute Drill on his recent album Might Delete Later, where he accused the LA rapper of ‘falling off’.
      April 2024: J Cole issues an apology to Kendrick Lamar, on stage at his annual festival Dreamville.

      J Cole signed to Jay-Z back in 2009, and became co-owner of Tidal along with the rap mogul and superstars such as Madonna, Rihanna, Usher, Nicki Minaj and Kanye WestCredit: GettySome social media users believe Canadian rap star Drake may be involved with the rap beefCredit: Getty More

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      Rapper and Big Brother star finally changing his shocking stage name after it got him BANNED from US

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      A RAPPER is finally changing his stage name so he’s no longer linked with Osama Bin Laden after it got him banned from the US.Brazilian artist and Big Brother star Mc Bin Laden said his choice was “never to pay tribute to a terrorist” but to get people’s attention.Jefferson Cristian dos Santos is known as Mc Bin LadenCredit: Jam PressThe Brazilian artist, 30, has now decided to change his stage name to MC BINCredit: Jam PressMc Bin Laden participated in the 2024 edition of Big Brother BrasilCredit: TV GloboHe had planned gigs in New York City but needless to say that US feds denied his visa multiple times.In June 2016, the rapper was all set to go to the States after his visa papers were submitted to an agent in America.But the American Consulate in São Paulo requested a last-minute drug test for Brazilians flying to the US.Mc Bin Laden, an evangelical Christian—the conservative-leaning, fastest growing faith in Brazil—claims to be clean, but there was not time to complete the test before his scheduled departure, forcing him to cancel the New York gigs.Read more on BrazilHe had planned a mini tour in the US the year before, which also went down the drain after he claimed the consulate rejected his application “without a reason.”The 30-year-old told Vice: “In a previous interview with the consulate, they kept asking me about my video ‘Bin Laden Não Morreu’ (Bin Laden is Not Dead), what did I mean with it.”I told them it was only a joke, a move I made in the beginning of my career. I’m at a different stage. But I don’t think they got it.”But now, Mc Bin Laden – real name Jefferson Cristian dos Santos – will release his next EP under the new stage name MC BIN, What’sTheJam reports.Most read in CelebrityRight before getting booted from Brazil’s edition of Big Brother on Thursday, the star’s team announced the long-awaited name change.The rapper, who boasts 5.2 million Instagram followers, called himself MC JK at the beginning of his career.Last year, he told a podcast how he’d included the Al-Qaeda co-founder’s name in the lyrics to one of his songs, after watching a documentary.He said at the time: “I had no clue at all. I smoked a lot and, at the time, I watched a documentary, and I made the song.“We hunted for some names, like ‘Kabum’, ‘Bola 7’, ‘Bola 8’, grenade, a bunch of stuff.“But the guys said to go with Bin Laden, saying ‘It’s too crazy, it suits him.’Celebrity Big Brother feud revealed as Sharon Osbourne brands female rivals ‘desperate hustlers’Mc Bin Laden was eliminated from the Brazil version of Big Brother on ThursdayCredit: TV GloboThe terrorism links to his stage name saw Mc Bin Laden have his US visa denied many timesCredit: Jam PressThe musician said he never meant to pay tribute to Osama Bin Laden with his nameCredit: Jam Press“I wanted MC, and it became: MC Bin Laden.”In 2018, the rapper denied that he chose the stage name to honour the 9/11 devil mastermind.He wrote at the time: “Many imagine that the name ‘MC Bin Laden’ was to pay tribute to a terrorist.“It was a name to make an impact and attract attention.“Never to pay homage or draw comparisons to anything like that.”Despite the seemingly dangerous stage name, Jefferson is said to be an “endearing, full-time joker” chap.And part of that personality appeared to have been shown during his time in Big Brother Brazil.Upon his elimination, a montage shared on his Instagram page showed Mc Bin Laden’s best moments on the reality show.Fans and followers flocked to the comment section to congratulate ‘Bin’, as he is nicknamed by many.One user wrote: “We are very proud of your trajectory.”Another added: “It was so good to get to know you better Bin. You have a beautiful heart, I loved following you.”A third replied: “Your family must be very proud of you.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd a fourth commented: “I really like Bin, I think he’s an incredible guy. “Good luck kid, you deserve every wonderful thing in life.”The funk artist boasts 5.2 million followers on InstagramCredit: Jam Press More