Monday, January 22, 2024

Weekly Entertainment News 1/22/24



Katt Williams’ Interview with Shannon Sharpe Reaches 50 Million Views – Shannon Says ‘Oprah Coming Next!’

Katt Williams’ recent interview with Shannon Sharpe has amassed over 50 million views.

Sharpe hit up Twitter to highlight the numbers from the January 3rd interview on his Club Shay Shay podcast (watch it here in case you missed it). He captioned the post with a direct quote from Katt, who said at the top of their conversation: “Club Shay Shay is going to be in a dimension it’s never been. The greatest thing floating in 2024. Mark the words. In a whole different realm of business. Oprah coming next! Once I establish this as a place of truth, oh yeah. Watch! God’s people ain’t that few.”

As it turns out, Katt was right, as his bombshell interview garnered over 46 million views in 10 days across social media and over a million audio downloads. Sharpe’s social media following also significantly increased due to “The Katt Williams Effect.”

Meanwhile, Sharpe recently responded to criticism over how he seemingly allowed Williams to slam fellow comedians, such as Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer, Tiffany Haddish, Rickey Smiley, and Kevin Hart.

“I never said I was a journalist. I’ve never professed to be a journalist. I’m an entertainer. If you want hard hitting questions, 60 minutes is a platform for you, Dateline, 48 hours, go to somebody that does that,” Sharpe said about the critics during an episode of Nightcap with co-host Chad Ochocinco.

“Sometimes the only success they get to taste is taking a bite out of you,” Sharpe said, Complex reports.

“When was the last time somebody sat down for a non-sporting event, two hours, 46 minutes, and five seconds and watched and listened?”
Sharpe continued, “That’s a [Dallas] Cowboy game, that 27 million people. There’s some sporting events that don’t get watched by 27 million. That’s what you’re mad about. You not mad about I didn’t cut this man off. You’re not mad about that. ‘Oh, those are your boys and you let him talk about your boys,’ that’s not what you’re mad about. ‘Oh, you’re not even a journalist, he could have got so much more meat off the bone.’ You’re not mad about that.”

Mrs. Netta’s Message to Sexuality Critics: Stay Outta My Business – Just Get with the Program

Mrs. Netta has a man. And she is happy. End of discussion. Yet, the YouTube fixture is catching criticism from those questioning her sexuality. Taking to livestream, Mrs. Netta addressed trolls who launched a smear campaign against her as well as talked about rumors that those behind the campaign are claiming Ms. Netta was born a man.

Needless to say, this is not sitting well with Mrs. Netta, as she has become very upset over comments made by YouTubers wondering about her sexuality.

“Stop asking questions, just get with the program. Y’all here for me. Y’all not here for my sexuality, or what I got or what I don’t have,” Mrs. Netta said about the rumors in the livestream video.

“Y’all stop it please. Ok? It doesn’t matter. Y’all either gon’ be here for me or not!”

Mrs. Netta’s response comes amid her ongoing relationship with her boyfriend Charles. The pair, who have been together for years, are mainstays on YouTube.

Sandra Rose notes that Mrs. Netta set up a channel on the platform as a vehicle to highlight her serving and pleasing Charles.

Despite her joy in the relationship, Mrs. Netta’s treatment of Charles has attracted female viewers who are angry at the YouTuber because they feel she is submissive to her beau. No matter the reaction, it looks like there are no signs of Charles being unhappy with Mrs. Netta. Nor is it likely he will be leaving her.

So, what do you think? Do you see a problem with Mrs. Netta’s relationship with Charles? Is there a reason to even be concerned about the couple if they are happy and not harming themselves or anyone else Scroll below and weigh in.


Blueface's Life Behind Bars, Removed from General Population

Blueface's life behind bars isn't so bad -- compared to most inmates -- in fact, our sources say it could be a whole heck of a lot worse.

The embattled rapper's back in L.A. County jail after violating his probation in a 2021 assault case, and law enforcement sources tell us he's staying in the administrative segregation area -- meaning he's kept outta gen pop -- and he's got a cell all to himself where he's getting his meals brought to him.

Blue can leave his cell for up to 7 hours a week to participate in education classes or religious services -- assuming they're being offered -- or head to the rooftop yard to call his family or his lawyers.

There's a TV in the shared unit he can watch, and access to the library.

Showers are allowed every other day ... unless he's headed to court in which case he's allowed to wash up on that day too.

Blueface will find some commissary options, too ... including Texas beef and cajun chicken ramen, tuna, sliced pepperoni, hot & spicy pork cracklings, hot cheese crunchies, jalapeño peppers, hot tortilla chips and Club crackers.

For dessert, he can choose from Oreos, blueberry and chocolate donuts, chocolate chip cookies or bear claws -- and he can wash it all down with cocoa or coffee.

It's a good thing the food options look tasty ... cause Blue's gonna be locked up for a bit. We broke the story -- he's stuck in prison until at least the summer after violating his probation for a 2021 assault.

For dessert, he can choose from Oreos, blueberry and chocolate donuts, chocolate chip cookies or bear claws -- and he can wash it all down with cocoa or coffee.

It's a good thing the food options look tasty ... cause Blue's gonna be locked up for a bit. We broke the story -- he's stuck in prison until at least the summer after violating his probation for a 2021 assault.



50 CENT PRAISES ABSTINENCE, SAYS IT’S HELPING HIM ‘TRAIN HARDER’

50 Cent‘s abstinent lifestyle has been a boon for him, and the G-Unit mogul is sharing its benefits with the rest of the world.

Taking to his Instagram on Saturday (January 20), the Power executive producer showed off a trim figure as he revealed that not having sex inspired him to hit the gym more.

“I’m focused man, practicing abstinence is helping me train harder. I feel great I think more people should try it,” he wrote in the caption.


Kodak Black Wants Drug Case Dismissed, Tests Prove It Was Rx Oxy

Kodak Black has been behind bars since last month after cops claimed they found illegal drugs on him -- but now, his legal team says lab tests prove ... it was all kosher.

The rapper's attorney, Bradford Cohen, just filed new legal docs -- obtained by TMZ -- asking a judge to dismiss this new drug case against his client ... which alleges Kodak had a controlled substance on him, Oxy, on Dec. 7, and that he was trying to hide it from officers who rolled up on him.

You'll recall ... during the arrest, officers claimed that when they found Kodak that evening -- allegedly asleep at the wheel while parked on a road -- they discovered white powder in his mouth, and went on to allege that KB was trying to hide this from them.

The cops say they tested the substance on the spot -- and alleged that it came back positive for cocaine, so they cuffed Kodak and hauled him off to jail ... where they booked him for possession, evidence tampering, and a traffic violation.


KANYE WEST CALLED OUT AS HYPOCRITE OVER LATEST BATCH OF BIANCA CENSORI PHOTOS

Kanye West‘s latest posts featuring another round of photos of his scantily clad wife, Bianca Censori, have earned the ire of many of his fans and followers.

In a series of snaps posted to Instagram on Saturday (January 20), Ye’s wife of one year can be seen in various states of undress, from wearing what looks like a black garbage bag to wearing nearly nothing at all.

Fans couldn’t help but wonder about the true dynamic of their relationship, with many taking to the comments to express their concern and displeasure. “Why do you exploit this poor woman? Shame on you. You need therapy sir,” wrote one commenter, while another cited West’s ex-wife, Kim Kardashian, as an example of how hypocritical he really is.

“I remember the episode where he was telling Kim he didn’t want her to expose herself so much. FFWD to this. Poor girl being degraded on the daily. I hope she believes in herself to realize she is much more than this,” the commenter wrote.

Still more fans called Ye out for posting this type of content after having professed to be a devout Christian over the last couple of years. “how do you release a gospel album and claim you’re following the path of the Lord, then do some shit like this,” asked one follower. while another wrote: “Thought you was such a good Christian [shrug emoji]”


CHRISEAN ROCK EXPLAINS WHY SHE CAN'T 'MOVE ON' FROM BLUEFACE: 'NOBODY UNDERSTANDS BUT US'

Chrisean Rock has revealed why she can’t “move on” from Blueface, despite their tumultuous relationship.

Speaking on Instagram Live on Sunday (January 21), the reality star/rapper shed some light on her rocky relationship with the father of her child, saying nobody outside of her and Blue are able to “understand” their dynamic.

“The week before the n-gga was locked up, we had so much fucking fun together. That shit was so fun,” she said. “It’s, like, best friend type vibes. Nobody else can understand but us type shit.

“I thought when he went to jail, I was just going to be like, ‘Alright, cool, great.’ But then, I ain’t going to hold you… you see how I try move on and shit.”

She continued: “One thing about it is, I don’t want to talk up too bad on what happened. Long story short, you know how you just fall back. He changed in two seconds. Hell yeah, huh? On God, huh?”

Chrisean then referenced a viral video in which she and Blueface are seen having a heated argument before claiming the “Thotiana” rapper asked her: “You finna be outside or you finna be my bitch?”

Seemingly giving her answer to that question, Rock revealed she and her on-again, off-again boyfriend have talked “for hours” on the phone every night since Blue was jailed earlier this month.

As for where Blueface and Chrisean Rock currently stand, the latter claimed just last week that he wants to rekindle their romance, despite his incarceration.

“I don’t like this. What’s up with these n-ggas? They get locked up and then they get to calling you, acting like it was a different story before they went up in there,” Rock said on Instagram Live, shortly after accompanying the rapper to jail alongside their four-month-old son.

“How the fuck you even know what’s going on on the blogs. Oh, you was getting ready to ask me to be your girlfriend? What are you talking about, bro?”

She continued: “Why do muthafuckas think they could put out one thing and receive another? Like, that’s not what you’ve been putting out, bro. How the fuck is you calling me from that jail with information? Who’s reporting back to you?”

Blueface is currently being held in L.A. County Jail for violating his probation in his 2021 assault case wherein he and his entourage allegedly attacked a club bouncer.

Court documents indicate that he will remain behind bars until July 2, though his release is subject to change.


YO GOTTI JOINS 42 DUGG ON STAGE IN BULLETPROOF VEST IN FIRST OUTING SINCE BROTHER'S DEATH

Yo Gotti has joined 42 Dugg on stage for his first public appearance since the tragic murder of his brother, Big Jook.

The appearance took place on Friday (January 19), when the “We Paid” rapper hosted a star-studded “Welcome Home” concert that included a who’s who of Hip Hop in the lineup, including Lil Baby, Lil Durk, Meek Mill, Black Youngsta, and Dej Loaf.

When Gotti appeared on-stage alongside 42 Dugg to perform the 2016 track “Fuck Em,” fans couldn’t help but notice that he was wearing a bulletproof vest.

In the wake of the shocking murder, Rick Ross preached a message of unity for the city where Jook was killed.

“We gotta empower the brothers. While I’m speaking on this: our brothers in Memphis, I need y’all to know there’s only one way to wisdom and wealth, and that’s through each other,” the MMG boss proclaimed.

“Put the ski masks down, put the guns down. Let’s embrace each other. Let’s show that love. Rest in peace to all our good brothers.”

To date, Yo Gotti has not publicly commented about his brother’s murder on any of his social media platforms.  


COMMON & JENNIFER HUDSON MAKE THEIR ROMANCE OFFICIAL IN SWEET TALK SHOW MOMENT

Common and Jennifer Hudson have made their romance official in a sweet moment on Hudson’s daytime talk show.

In a clip release ahead of today’s (January 22) episode, the Chicago rapper arrives as a guest and presents Hudson with flowers.

The Dreamgirls star begins conducting the interview just like any other, before hitting the rap legend with the question: “Are you dating anybody?”

Common laughs and then answers: “Yes. I am in a relationship with one of the most beautiful people that I ever met in life. She’s smart, she loves God, she has something real down to earth about her.

“She’s talented but I set my standard kinda high because she had to have an EGOT, she had to win an Oscar on her first movie, she had to get her own talk show.


MEEK MILL ROASTED FOR ASKING HOW FANS IN AFRICA MANAGE TO PLAY HIS MUSIC

Meek Mill has been the target of many a Twitter roast through the years, but African Twitter’s recent merciless teasing of the MMG rapper has left Hip Hop fans in stitches.

On Saturday (January 20), Meek took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to ask what he thought was an innocent enough question. “Do a lot of people play my music in South Africa I remember having on big show their [sic] few years back … how do yall listen to our music in South Africa???? On what platform or in Nigeria?” he asked.

The responses were swift and brutal. “Well, it depends on the season. In summer we hear it through the trunk of an elephant. In spring the giraffes catch signal and play it out loud. You get me?” wrote one commenter.

“Normally we use rocks but on a good day we use trees or we get one person to sing for the whole village,” wrote another user.

“On a good day we climb the mountain to listen to the forest play your music. On days when it’s rainy, we go down the nearest river and a mermaid comes out to sing your songs. We have only one computer here in my village, so it was my turn to tweet. [praying hands emoji] will hear from me next year,” read a more elaborate reply.