Ice Spice is stepping into a new lane this winter as she officially joins the world of animation. Nearly three years after she released her hit “Bikini Bottom,” the rapper is now part of The SpongeBob Movie Search for SquarePants. The sequel arrives in theaters on December 19 through Paramount Pictures, and fans just got their first look at her character. Billboard shared an exclusive preview on Monday, November 17th, revealing an animated version of Ice Spice with her trademark bright orange curls. In the clip, she delivers a confident warning in her Bronx accent, saying, “Don’t make me call security.” For Ice Spice, being included in a SpongeBob project feels like something she spoke into existence long before it happened. She explained that she truly believes she “manifested” this moment. In a behind the scenes featurette for the film directed by Derek Drymon, she opened up about how different the experience was for her. “I think I manifested this,” she said. “It was a challenge, but it was really fun, new and different. I never did anything like this.” She is joining a cast filled with familiar names including Regina Hall, Sherry Cola, Arturo Castro and George Lopez. Along with voicing a character, Ice Spice also created an original song for the soundtrack. Last week, she released “Big Guy,” a playful and family friendly track produced by her longtime collaborator RIOTUSA. She shared how meaningful the moment is, saying, “Being part of the SpongeBob soundtrack is such a full circle moment for me. It’s crazy to see my music in a movie that’s been part of so many people’s childhoods, including mine.” Ice Spice already has more acting lined up. In August she appeared in Spike Lee’s film Highest 2 Lowest with Denzel Washington and A$AP Rocky, marking her official entrance into the movie world and expanding her reach beyond music.

Since his incarceration, Fetty Wap has largely been absent from the hip-hop scene. Only occasional family photos and messages calling for his release keep fans connected. Known as one of the defining voices of 2010s hip-hop, Fetty’s trajectory shifted sharply following a drug trafficking conviction. This resulted in a six-year sentence, marking a sobering pause in his career. New developments offer hope for the 34-year-old artist. Us Weekly reports that Fetty Wap’s release has been moved up to December 8, 2026. This means he could be reunited with family just ahead of the holiday season. Previously, his release was scheduled for March 2027, with a minor adjustment to January 8. The court has not disclosed why the date changed again, but the news has sparked excitement. Supporters are eager for his return. Currently, Fetty is serving time at FCI Sandstone in Minnesota, a low-security facility. After release, he will enter a five-year period of supervised probation. While some had hoped for an earlier date, this adjustment signals meaningful progress toward his return to freedom. Fetty Wap’s Fans and Family Rally Ahead of Release Fetty Wap’s family has been vocal in advocating for a reconsideration of his sentence. His sister, Divinity Maxwell-Butts, spoke out on social media earlier this year. She emphasized his accountability and the nonviolent nature of his offense. “He has taken responsibility for his actions and served a substantial part of his sentence for a nonviolent crime,” she wrote. She urged for mercy and highlighted the importance of second chances. Her campaign, including a hashtag initiative for his pardon, reflects the support of many. They hope to see him reunited with loved ones. Even behind bars, Fetty Wap’s influence on the genre remains strong. Fans continue to celebrate his contributions, recalling the energy and creativity he brought to the music scene. Occasional updates and prison photos have reinforced the bond between the artist and his audience. These keep his legacy alive while he serves his sentence. As the holiday season nears, the updated release date offers a sense of hope and renewal. Fetty Wap’s story is a reminder that even amid incarceration, the possibility for redemption remains very real. A fresh chapter is possible.

Tory Lanez is facing new legal consequences after a federal judge ruled that he obstructed Megan Thee Stallion’s efforts to depose him in her defamation and cyberstalking lawsuit against YouTube personality Milagro Gramz. Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, was held in contempt of court after refusing to answer basic, foundational questions during his third jailhouse deposition. As a result, U.S. Magistrate Judge Lisette M. Reid ordered him to pay twenty thousand dollars to Megan’s legal team “as a fine for his obstruction of Plaintiff’s multiple attempts to depose him.” Her ruling, filed Sunday, also sanctioned Peterson’s attorney, Crystal Morgan. The contempt ruling came just as jury selection began Monday in Megan’s lawsuit against Gramz, whose legal name is Milagro Cooper. According to the judge, Peterson’s behavior at Friday’s deposition was openly defiant from the start. She wrote that he began the session by asking what would happen if he refused to answer questions, and after being warned he could be fined, he allegedly said, “Whatever the fines are, I’ll pay them. I’m a millionaire. I don’t care.” Judge Reid added that at one point Peterson “stormed out of the room” and accused Megan’s lawyer of lying, telling him to “calm down.” Peterson repeatedly refused to answer the core questions Megan’s legal team needed for trial. He declined to explain “how he came to learn of or met” Gramz and would not say whether he ever communicated with her through direct messages, texts or Instagram. Because of this obstruction, Judge Reid recommended that jurors be explicitly told that he was properly questioned and refused to respond before abruptly ending the deposition. This is not the first time Peterson has been penalized for uncooperative behavior. He was previously ordered to pay Megan’s legal fees for acting combative and pretending not to know basic facts during an April deposition. That session was the first time he had been questioned under oath since being accused of shooting Megan with a semi-automatic firearm in Los Angeles. Peterson is currently serving a ten-year sentence for that assault. Megan sought the latest deposition as part of her case, claiming that Cooper spread “vicious and hateful rumors” while acting as Peterson’s “paid surrogate.”

During a brief exchange with reporters, Donald Trump chose unusually cautious phrasing when recalling a 2022 dinner with Kanye West. He referred to him only as “somebody” before eventually naming him. His response came as journalists pressed him about Tucker Carlson’s recent interview with Nick Fuentes. This renewed attention to Trump’s past encounters with the far-right commentator. Trump revisited the Mar-a-Lago dinner with characteristic brevity. “I didn’t know he was coming, and he was with, as you know, somebody. Kanye. Kanye asked if he could have dinner, and he brought Nick,” he said. The comments, published by TMZ, framed the meeting as an unexpected drop-in. It was not a planned gathering, a distinction Trump emphasized as political scrutiny intensified. Asked about Carlson’s decision to interview Fuentes, Trump largely shrugged it off. “We’ve had some great interviews with Tucker Carlson, but you can’t tell him who to interview,” he said. “If he wants to interview Nick Fuentes — I don’t know much about him, but if that’s what he wants to do, let him. Ultimately, people have to decide.” The response contrasted sharply with condemnation from lawmakers. This included Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer, who called the interview “appalling” on X. Kanye West’s Shifting Public Stance Kanye West’s earlier ties to Fuentes loomed large during his brief presidential bid. It was a time marked by a series of antisemitic remarks that drew widespread backlash. Recently, however, West has begun attempting to repair those fractures. Earlier this month, he met with Rabbi Yoshiyahu Yosef Pinto in what he described as an effort to take responsibility for past behavior. “I was dealing with various issues, including bipolar disorder, and I often neglected the impact of my actions on those around me,” West said in a video of their conversation. His recent outreach suggests a desire to rebuild relationships and reposition himself after years of controversy. However, the extent to which his efforts resonate—either politically or culturally—remains uncertain.

Drake is preparing for another round in his legal fight with Universal Music Group. This sets the stage for a case that continues to draw wide industry attention. After his defamation lawsuit was dismissed in early October, the Toronto rapper moved quickly to appeal. This signals that the battle is far from over. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit has now placed both sides on the calendar for a mediation session. It is scheduled on December 19 at 10:30 a.m. ET. Chief Circuit Mediator Kathleen M. Scanlon will lead the discussion by phone, according to reports. The session is expected to give both Drake and UMG a chance to lay out their positions. They will gauge the strength of their competing claims and determine if there is room for a negotiated resolution. Drake’s legal push dates back to a lawsuit he filed in January. It quickly attracted headlines because of the explosive allegations at its center. The case rested on what Judge Jeannette Vargas called a “hefty” accusation against the rapper. However, she ultimately concluded the claim could not reasonably be taken as fact. “Although the accusation is serious,” she wrote, “the nature of a rap battle—often characterized by incendiary remarks—means that audiences do not expect to receive factual assertions.” UMG Shifts Focus Ahead of Drake Mediation UMG welcomed the dismissal and framed Drake’s original filing as an unnecessary attack on creative expression. The company has said it is eager to move past the dispute. It wants to return its attention to Drake’s music and ongoing projects. What happens on December 19 could shape the trajectory of this conflict for months, if not years. A mediation that breaks in UMG’s favor may place added pressure on Drake. He continues to defend his position publicly and legally. With both sides preparing for a pivotal discussion, the outcome is likely to echo far beyond the courtroom.

During a recent X Spaces, Cardi B made startling allegations against her estranged husband, Offset. “I can’t take it anymore,” she said. Cardi claims Offset’s continued harassment of her has become more “concerning.” While she didn’t call him out by name, it’s very apparent she is taking shots at the “Bodies” rapper. “Sometimes I sleep and I wonder— yo, this is not normal,” Cardi said. “You see crime documentaries, you see sh*t on f*cking social media about women getting killed every other day.” The rapper said that while she might be a “tough b*tch,” there’s not much you can do when someone has an “unhealthy obsession” with you. “I’m really starting to be concerned, and I’m so tired because I wanna detach myself from sh*t, and it’s like it just doesn’t stop…when does it f*cking stop?” Cardi B goes OFF on her ex-husband Offset for constantly HARASSING HER and explains that things can get “REAL BAD” for him after he tried saying her newborn son with Stefon Diggs is his “I’ve moved on with my life… I’m TIRED” pic.twitter.com/gPZ36bkMig — Slime (@ItsKingSlime) November 16, 2025 “It’s literally a f*cking nightmare,” Cardi B Says Just prior to the Spaces, it had been announced that Stefon Diggs and Cardi had welcomed their first child together. Not long after the news broke, Offset made an interesting “joke” that he might, in fact, be the father of Diggs and her child, writing “My kid lol,” in a now-deleted Instagram Story post. While some folks might find the situation amusing, Cardi makes it clear she is not among that crowd. Cardi said she’s tried to be amicable with the rapper, but claims she cannot escape this “nightmare.” She also alleges that substance abuse could be influencing Offset’s behavior. “It’s not funny, it’s concerning dealing with somebody that f*cking does substance and starts harassing me.” She added, “If I was to show these f*cking texts I been getting, y’all wouldn’t be laughing, because it wouldn’t be funny if it was your f*cking sister…or your f*cking cousin…or your f*cking momma?”

According to Pharrell Williams, politics is nothing more than a “magic trick” that incentivizes division. “As we look at what’s going on in the current political climate — I’m just saying, and I don’t wanna turn anybody off — but I hate politics, like despise them,” he told a crowd in Miami-Dade County. The famed producer had stopped by the city’s fifth annual Black Ambition Demo Day, where he was honored with a key to the city. While there, he spoke to the crowd about the current political landscape. In his opinion, politics are “not real” and he doesn’t “believe in any side.” He continued,” I think when you pick a side, you are inadvertently supporting division.” “Do you want the job because you’re Black or because you’re the best?” Pharrell explains why he hates politics and says supporting a business shouldn’t be based on someone’s skin color, but because it’s the best. ( there nicky goes/TikTok) pic.twitter.com/VVCC57eg6S — The Art Of Dialogue (@ArtOfDialogue_) November 16, 2025 “When you pick a side, you are inadvertently supporting division,” Pharrell Says “Now that diversity is off the table, now that equity is off the table, now inclusion is off the table…that makes me ask myself, so how do we survive?” In Pharrell’s opinion, it’s not about supporting a certain political affiliation or racial group. Instead, it’s about supporting who’s “best.” Williams continued, “If diversity, equity, and inclusion never come back in style, cool. But in the meantime, I’m going to focus on being the best because I can bank on that.” This wouldn’t be the first time Pharrell shared his contempt for politics. Last September, only months ahead of the 2024 Presidential Election, he told the Hollywood Reporter that he doesn’t “really do politics.” He added, “In fact, I get annoyed sometimes when I see celebrities trying to tell you [who to vote for]. There are celebrities that I respect that have an opinion, but not all of them. I’m one of them people [who says], “What the heck? Shut up. Nobody asked you.” Williams continued: “I would rather stay out of the way, and obviously, I’m going to vote how I’m going to vote. I care about my people and I care about the country, but I feel there’s a lot of work that needs to be done, and I’m really about the action.”

Stefon Diggs is heading to court once again, this time to fight back against claims he sexually assaulted a former friend and social media personality. According to court documents obtained by TMZ Sports, Diggs claims “would-be social media influencer” Christopher Blake Griffith concocted a wild story about him solely to gain attention. The alleged incident took place in May 2023 at Stefon’s home in Rockville, Maryland. On the day of the supposed incident, he, Griffith, and a few other influencers attended a charity basketball game together in Washington, D.C., before hitting up a local club. Upon their return to Diggs’ residence, he claims he went to bed, and his assistant asked Griffith to leave. However, Griffith said things had taken a dark turn that night. During a September interview with Tasha K, Griffith accused Diggs of not only drugging him but also sexually assaulting him and threatening his life after he turned down his advances. MALIBU, CALIFORNIA – JULY 04: Stefon Diggs and Chris Blake attend the “Red, White & Bootsy July 4th Party” presented by Revolve & The h.wood Group at Nobu Malibu on July 04, 2022 in Malibu, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for The h.wood Group) “It wasn’t the sexual pass that frustrated me, what frustrated me the most was [that] he tried to unalive me after it…” Griffith Claims “He attempted to have me unalive because of him making a sexual pass at me. It wasn’t the sexual pass that frustrated me, what frustrated me the most was [that] he tried to unalive me after it…” he told Tasha K. Per the suit, Diggs pointed out that Griffith not only shared these allegations with his followers but also tagged the NFL and Patriots social media accounts. Griffith also tagged Uggs, with whom Diggs recently brokered a sponsorship deal with. The ball player accused the social media personality of “intentionally and knowingly lying for online clout.” Stefon is currently seeking damages and lawyer fees; however, no specific amount has been revealed. TMZ spoke with Griffith’s attorney, Jake Lebowitz, who said, “Mr. Griffith is looking forward to showing the world in Court that regardless of the fairy tale fabricated by Mr. Diggs’ high-priced New York Lawyers, he is the victim of Mr. Diggs’ unwanted sexual advances and his brother’s violent attacks.”

Reports of Rev. Jesse Jackson being on life support are, in fact, not true. This is according to a recent statement from the civil rights leader’s family. “Contrary to specific reports, he is not on life support,” the family said in a statement to Newsweek via Jackson’s Rainbow PUSH Coalition (RPC) on Sunday (Nov.16). While the activist was hospitalized earlier this week—stemming from a long-standing neurological condition—multiple outlets had recently claimed he was clinging to life in a Chicago hospital. Luckily, that is not the case. “Reverend Jackson is in stable condition and is breathing without the assistance of machines,” the family said in RPC’s statement. “He remains under the care of physicians as he manages progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) — a neurological disorder with which he was diagnosed in April.” American civil rights activist Jesse Jackson is interviewed by a man wearing headphones and holding a microphone at the 1972 Democratic National Convention, held at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Florida, United States, July 1972. (Photo by Pictorial Parade/Archive Photos/Getty Images) “Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a rare neurological disorder,” according to the National Institute of Health According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), “Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a rare neurological disorder that affects body movements, walking and balance, and eye movements. PSP is caused by damage to nerve cells in areas of the brain that control thinking and body movements.” Following Jackson’s hospitalization on Wednesday, a family spokesperson said in a statement that Jackson remains steadfast despite his health challenges. “Reverend Jesse L. Jackson Sr. was admitted to the hospital today and is currently under observation for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. He has been managing this neurodegenerative condition for more than a decade. He was originally diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease; however, last April, his PSP condition was confirmed. The family appreciates all prayers at this time.”

On Friday (Nov.14), Michelle Obama hosted a live conference, with Tracee Ellis Ross as its host, to discuss her book, The Look, and explore “Beauty, Culture & Confidence.” Throughout the hour-long discussion, the former First Lady didn’t hold back her thoughts about harmful beauty standards—specifically, how straight hair is pedestalized and “traps” Black women. “Let me explain something to White people,” Michelle said to the crowd. “Our hair comes out of our heads naturally, in a curly pattern. So when we’re straightening it to follow your beauty standards, we are trapped by the straightness.” Michelle continued: “That’s why so many of us can’t swim, and we run away from the water. [I] [mean] people won’t even go to the gym because we tryna to keep our hair straight for y’all.” The IMO Podcast host calls the process of maintaining straight hair “exhausting” and time-consuming. She also pointed out why legislative efforts, such as the C.R.O.W.N. Act, had to be enacted to prohibit discrimination against Black people, especially Black women and girls, for how they wear their hair. “Why do we need an act—an act of law—to tell White folks out of our hair? Don’t tell me how to wear my hair, don’t wonder about it, [and] don’t touch it,” Michelle added. Michelle Obama: Whites are “trapping black people” in “hair standards” that harm their capability to do work pic.twitter.com/F5S9RLugSt — End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) November 14, 2025 Michelle Obama Reflects On Style Journey With New Book, ‘The Look’ Back in June, Michelle Obama shared the cover of her now-released book, The Look, which chronicles her journey with fashion, hair, and beauty.”During our family’s time in the White House, the way I looked was constantly being dissected — what I wore, how my hair was styled,” Michelle wrote in an Instagram post. “For a while now, I’ve been wanting to reclaim more of that story, to share it in my way. I’m thankful to be at a stage in life where I feel comfortable expressing myself freely — wearing what I love and doing what feels true to me. And I’m excited to share some of what I’ve learned along the way.” She continued, “It’s a reflection on my lifelong journey with fashion, hair, and beauty. Inside, you’ll find some of the outfits that have meant the most to me, but more importantly, the moments that I lived through in them — big and small, personal and political, historic and ordinary — that were as memorable as the clothes themselves.”