The Power Universe is expanding with a new Power: Origins prequel being green lit by Starz. The new show is the fifth installment of the ongoing series. According to Deadline,  the new series chronicles the lives of Ghost and Tommy as “ambitious young entrepreneurs on the rise, determined to make their mark on the streets of New York City.” The premiere season will be 18 episodes long starring MeKai Curtis, star of Power Book III: Raising Kanan, as Kanan Stark.  Sascha Penn, showrunner, writer and executive producer, expressed her excitement about the new series in a statement. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sascha Penn (@pennsascha) “I’m excited to continue to explore the origin stories of the Power Universe’s founding fathers,” said Sascha Penn, showrunner, writer and executive producer, in a statement. “Ghost and Tommy’s backstories have fueled years of constant fascination and speculation among fans, and I’m thrilled to be able to answer some long-held questions and share new layers of the story that viewers won’t see coming.”  “Our fans have been asking for Ghost and Tommy’s origins story since we first met them in Power — and with the launch of this series, we’re delivering in a big way,” Kathryn Busby, President of Original Programming for Starz added. “This marks an electrifying new chapter in the franchise’s evolution as we dive deep into the legacy of these iconic characters and the explosive moments that shaped their path.” The “Power” Universe series is executive-produced by the creator and showrunner of the original Power, Courtney A. Kemp, through her production company, End of Episode, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, through G-Unit Film and Television.

French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, are suing right-wing political pundit Candace Owens, who said that the First Lady of France is a man, the New York Times reports. Filed in Delaware Superior Court on Wednesday, the suit accuses Owens of making false claims to “promote her independent platform, gain notoriety and make money.” In March 2024, Owens “told the world” she would stake her “entire professional reputation” that Ms. Macron is, in fact, a man.” She made the claim on her podcast the claim on her podcast abd in a post on X. This episode is blowing up so I just want to say—After looking into this, I would stake my entire professional reputation on the fact that Brigitte Macron is in fact a man. Any journalist or publication that is trying to dismiss this plausibility is immediately identifiable as… — Candace Owens (@RealCandaceO) March 12, 2024 Any journalist or publication that is trying to dismiss this plausibility is immediately identifiable as establishment. I have never seen anything like this in my life. The implications here are terrifying,” her post read. In a lawsuit totaling 200 pages, the Macrons are suing for “22 counts of defamation and related claims, and are seeking actual and punitive damages (the amount was not specified), as well as legal costs.” Ms. Owens “disregarded all credible evidence disproving her claim,” the filing says, and “rather than engage with President and Mrs. Macron’s attempts to set the record straight, Owens mocked them and used them as additional fodder for her frenzied fan base.” “Because Ms. Owens systematically reaffirmed these falsehoods in response to each of our attorneys’ repeated requests for a retraction, we ultimately concluded that referring the matter to a court of law was the only remaining avenue for remedy,” the Macrons’ statement read. Mitchell Jackson, a rep for Owens,  said his client has not been served and heard about the suit through the news media. “Candace Owens is not shutting up,” Mr. Jackson said. “This is a foreign government attacking the First Amendment rights of an American independent journalist.”  In addition to Owen’s, her media company and the company that runs her website are named in the suit.

Cardi B is being sued by a woman who was struck by a microphone at one of her concerts in Las Vegas. According to the Las Vegas Review Journal, an anonymous Ohio woman filed a lawsuit in District Court Cardi B and Drai’s Management Group LLC, the operator of the club where the alleged incident occurred. The suit complaint claims, “battery, assault and negligence.” At the time of the incident, local police investigated the allegations but later decided not to press charges.  “What has been written off as a joke by many people is actually a traumatic experience that has significantly impacted my well-being and quality of life,” the plaintiff said in a statement on Wednesday. “I am seeking justice in the hopes of holding Cardi B accountable for her misdeeds, as no celebrity is above the law.” Cardi B throws microphone at audience member who threw a drink at her. pic.twitter.com/alLgHMFshb — Pop Base (@PopBase) July 30, 2023 The incident tool place in July 2023 as Cardi B performed at Drai’s Beachclub at the Cromwell. After a concert goer threw at drink at the “Bodak Yellow” rapper, she responsed by tossing  a microphone at a person in the crowd. The mic also struck a fan standing next to the person who threw the drink at Cardi B. Eventually, the microphone was auctioned off for $99,000, the complaint read. The lawsuit also says  that Cardi B also threw a microphone at a DJ on the night before the incident. “Drai’s, as the operator of the venue, had a duty to supervise the performance and ensure the safety of its patrons, including Plaintiff,” the complaint said.

Snoop Dogg made waves in Hollywood on July 21st after unexpectedly joining the Zac Brown Band on stage during their set at Desert 5 Spot. What was supposed to be a casual warm-up show for their upcoming Love & Fear album quickly turned into a one-of-a-kind moment fans won’t forget. In footage obtained by TMZ, the energy in the room shifted when the Grammy-winning country band paused their set, asking the crowd to step back so they could film a music video. Moments later, Snoop emerged through the door, blunt lit, sunglasses on, and a mic in hand. The crowd erupted as he made his way across the stage, greeting fans before delivering a few bars alongside the band. The collaboration unfolded with the debut of a new song called “Let It Run,” a playful, genre-blending anthem that celebrates cannabis culture and chill vibes. As Zac Brown sang, “If it’s burning kind of funny, we can roll another one,” Snoop nodded along, puffing and rapping with ease. Their chemistry was undeniable, creating a mashup of Southern twang and West Coast cool. Sources told TMZ that the venue embraced the mood fully, with a designated area offering beer and joints to guests. Fans who had no idea Snoop was in the building were thrilled to catch the legendary rapper up close, especially after he spent most of the night backstage. Zac Brown Band is no stranger to mixing humor with music, and this new track continues that tradition. With lyrics that echo a carefree spirit and Snoop’s laid-back delivery, “Let It Run” fits seamlessly into both of their catalogs. The crowd, caught between surprise and celebration, got more than they bargained for—and a collaboration no one saw coming.

Beyoncé pays tribute to actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner following his untimely passing. On Tuesday, Beyoncé’s website, Beyonce.com featured a black-and-white childhood photo of Warner, with a caption that reads, “Rest in power, Malcolm-Jamal Warner,” the website reads in all caps. “Thanks for being a big part of our shared television history. You will be missed.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by HOLLYWOOD UNLOCKED (@hollywoodunlocked) As previously reported, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the actor who became a household name as Theo Huxtable on the groundbreaking sitcom The Cosby Show, has tragically passed away at the age of 54.  According to TMZ, Warner died while vacationing with his family in Costa Rica after drowning in Playa Cocles, a beach in the Limón province known for its strong rip currents. His death has been officially ruled as asphyxia by drowning. Bill Cosby also shared his condolences following his TV son’s passing. A rep for Warner’s longtime Cosby, says that the actor received the phone call about Warner’s death in Costa Rica and that it reminded him of the death of his son, Ennis Cosby, in 1997. Ennis was shot and killed during a failed robbery attempt.  Wyatt also revealed that the last time Cosby spoke to Warner, he said that he was excited about a concert happening in Minneapolis and “felt like he was changing the world.” According to his rep, Cosby said that Malcolm-Jamal Warner “made a lasting impact with his life and career that will continue to change the world.”  Bill reported says,”every young man growing up in the projects back in the day wanted to be like Warner and to have a family like the Huxtables.”

Waka Flocka Flame was tossed out of Surf Lodge in Montauk following a heated altercation with staff members, Page Six reported. According to the report, Waka got around a crowd by going in a side entrance along with his 14 others in her entourage. A security guard attempted to stop them but they were unsuccessful. Then Waka allegedly began verbally abusing staff members of the establishment. “Waka berated the guard,” an eyewitness said. “He was saying, ‘Go f–k yourself, you’re a d–k.’ He said ‘f–k’ a thousand times.” Eventually, another security guard came over, and the two decided to let them in after some arguing. Despite the win for Waka, he allegedly didn’t let it go. A few moments later, he stormed back outside to confront them again, this time with one member of his group allegedly shouting a homophobic slur. “I’m worth $20 million. Do you know who I am?” Waka allegedly said. The staff finally lost their patience and kicked him out.  “The whole thing happened quickly, under three minutes,” the source continued. In a statement, Surf Lodge management expressed its disappointment in Waka’s behavior. “It’s simply not okay to treat staff with disrespect no matter who you are,” the statement read. “It would have been nice to have him join us for the festivities, but not at the cost of mistreating [our] teammates.” Before the alleged incident occurred, Waka performed at the nearby Bounce Beach Club, where his performance garnered good reviews.  “The show was great,” one concertgoer said. “He was bubbly and fun. He was taking selfies with people’s phones.”

Ice Cube is the latest celebrity to offer to Malcolm-Jamal Warner after his tragic passing. While speaking with TMZ at LAX on Monday (July 21), the rap legend paid tribute to the Cosby Show star. “I look at him as an actor who brought a realness to television playing a great character, playing a great son on The Cosby Show,” Cube said. “He did a few great things outside of The Cosby Show. It’s tragic.” Along with Cube, many other celebrities showed their love for Waner who played the iconic character Theo Huxtable and was a Grammy winning musician. On her website,  Beyonce released a statement that read, “Rest in power, Malcolm-Jamal Warner. Thanks for being a big part of our shared television history. You will be missed.”  Bill Cosby, also told ABC News that Warner’s death remninding him of the passing of his son Ennis.  “He was always a great studier, and I enjoyed working with him very much,” Cosby said about Warner. Tracee Ellis Ross, who starred as Warner’s wife on BET’s Reed Between the Lines, took to Instagram to share photos with a heartfelt message. “I love you, Malcolm. First, I met you as Theo with the rest of the world, then you were my first TV husband. My heart is deeply saddened. What an actor and friend you were: warm, gentle, present, kind, thoughtful, deep, funny, elegant,” Ross wrote. “You made the world a brighter place. Sending so much love to your family. I’m so sorry for this unimaginable loss.”  Warner’s official cause of death was asphyxia after getting caught by a rip current Sunday afternoon near Cocles, a beach in Limon, Costa Rica. Warner is survived by his wife and young daughter.

Stevie Wonder is one of the greatest musicians of all time and at 75 years old, he has no plans to retire anytime soon. During a new interview with BBC’s Sidetracked podcast on Monday, July 21, the Motown legend revealed that he will keep performing as long as he can. “For as long as you breathe, for as long as your heart beats, there’s more for you to do,” Wonder told host Annie Mac. “I’m not gonna stop the gift that keeps pouring through my body.” He went on to explain that “an artist doesn’t stop drawing just because.” Instead, “you keep on. So as long as you can imagine, as long as you are going to be creative, and as long as you let your mind work, you don’t have to retire.”  The 25-time Grammy Award winner said he still gets excited about music just like he did when he released his first album at 12. “I love playing music, that’s like my mantra. I think I can do all the stuff I want to do – still have fun and do what I need to do – but I’m not going to stop the gift that keeps pouring through my body,” he said. “I love doing what I’m doing,” Wonder added. While some artists may have an issue playing their hits, Wonder loves to play the hits from his enormous catalog. “Songs are like children, they’re with you forever,” he said. ‘They are statements from the spirit within you, and singing those songs is like me taking another breath.”  Recently, Wonder answered all the conspiracy theories about him not being blind. “I must say to all of you, something that I was thinking, ‘When did I want to let the world know this?’ But I wanted to say it right now,” Wonder said at tour stop in Wales. “You know there have been rumors about me seeing and all that? But seriously, you know the truth.” “Truth is, shortly after my birth, I became blind,” Wonder continued. “Now, that was a blessing because it’s allowed me to see the world in the vision of truth, of sight. See people in the spirit of them, not how they look. Not what color they are, but what color is their spirit?” Currently, Wonder is performing on the “Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart Tour,” with shows in Pittsburgh, New York City, and Atlanta. 

NBA YoungBoy is once again the topic of online chatter after fans spotted what looked like a bold move in singer Lay Bankz’s Instagram comments. The rapper, known for both his music and complicated love life, dropped a cryptic “Mine??” under one of Lay’s recent photos—just enough to set social media ablaze. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Shade Room (@theshaderoom) The issue? YoungBoy is married. He and Jazlyn Michelle tied the knot in January 2023, after dating since 2020 and getting engaged in 2022. They share two children together, and while their relationship tends to stay out of the spotlight, Jazlyn has been seen in a few of his music videos and often shares family moments online. So when fans noticed the comment, many felt like YoungBoy was acting like a free agent despite his family life. Reactions came fast and unfiltered. One user joked, “He’s the most single married man I’ve ever seen,” while another added, “If his wife’s not tripping, why should we?” Others warned Lay Bankz to steer clear, with someone writing, “He says your name, you’ll be pregnant next week.” There’s been no confirmation of any relationship between Lay and YoungBoy, but that didn’t stop fans from speculating or criticizing. With ten children by eight different women—including Jazlyn, Nia, Yaya Mayweather, and Jania Meshell—YoungBoy’s name has long been tied to relationship drama. Whether the comment meant anything or was just another random post, the internet is treating it like a headline. For now, it’s unclear how Jazlyn feels about the situation, but if past patterns hold, YoungBoy isn’t losing any sleep over the attention.

Jermaine Dupri is hoping that former Migos members Offset and Quavo will officially reconcile.   During an appearance on the BagFuel podcast, the So So Def founder shared his thoughts on the Migos’ breakup and how it forever changed the world of hip-hop in Atlanta. “That hurt a lot of the city, period,” he explained. “The Migos breaking up was a bad situation for Atlanta because they was moving — and I think they’re better together anyway, me personally.” He also shared how Takeoff’s death left a void in Atlanta and how the city is still grieving. “It was really crazy for us. I ain’t think Atlanta ni**as was gonna die,” Dupri recalled. “An Atlanta rapper dying felt like ‘Aw damn, what the f**k is going on?’ It felt crazy to me.” Less than a month before Takeoff died, Quavo and Takeoff’s collaborative album,  Only Built For Infinity Links, was released. The project was the last to involve Migos member. While  Quavo and Offset briefly reunited for a surprise performance at the 2023 BET Awards, they are not as close as they once were. One of the last times they were spotted together was with friends and family to honor Takeoff on what would have been his 31st birthday. On Instagram, Quavo said he would always honor Takeoff’s memory. “Happy Birthday Take!!! A 30 ball damn bro the youngest out gang getting old boyy but today we celebrate no matter what we will always celebrate you and keep your name alive as long,” his post read. “I’m here you are too twin it always have been like that and don’t nun change but the chains to infinity rocket man I love you. Lets get it!”