Kimora Lee is spilling all the tea in her upcoming Lifetime documentary. In a clip from her upcoming documentary, Kimora Lee: On Her Own, Kimora told PEOPLE how fellow supermodel Tyra Banks once tried to play gatekeeper in her romance with Russell Simmons. “When I was doing the fashion shows, he would always be front row at the end, like standing up. And so loudly clapping and cheering and doing all of these commotions,” Kimora recalled. “I definitely was like, ‘Who is the weird guy at the end of the runway?’ And then he would come backstage, and that’s weird,” she added. ‘You let these men come backstage — what are you doing? We’re changing.’ But that’s how it was. I was 16 years old when I met that man. He was 18 years older than me.” ​As Simmons began showering Lee with massive floral arrangements, her fellow model and friend Tyra Banks felt compelled to step in. “I remember Tyra kept me in her apartment through the weekend, trying to avoid me going home,” Kimora recalled. “And checking my voicemail.” ​”I felt a little bit like she was hating for sure, just because she was getting in my way and getting on my nerves,” she continued.  “I’m sure he had already tried to date her and had gone through the whole thing with her and probably so many other girls. I’m sure this was a ritual.” ​Kimora admitted that she thought Banks was being a hater. ​”I thought she was a little bit hating. But just how a girlfriend would do. She was trying to protect me. I remember I went off with her that first weekend,” Kimora said. “I went to her house and spent the night like we often did and hung out. Back then you didn’t have a cell phone. You had to get home to get your messages. I just couldn’t get to my messages. But he did call.”

After years in the making, hip-hop star J. Cole announces the release of his new shoe, INDIE 5000, his first independent sneaker, with a new trailer via Instagram. The first drop is in his hometown of Fayetteville, North Carolina, on Wednesday, September 23. The sneaker first appeared in the rapper’s debut issue of The Fall Off magazine. The trailer highlights the rap star’s lengthy process behind the shoe’s creation. According to the Dreamville founder, the INDIE 5000 has been in development for five years. “5 years in the making,” Cole wrote. “Took my time to make sure I did it right.” View this post on Instagram The rapper also stressed the shoe’s independent production. Cole said he remained involved throughout the design and manufacturing process. “Designed, developed and manufactured independently,” he added. The announcement positions the INDIE 5000 as an extension of Cole’s creative philosophy. The rapper has built much of his career around maintaining control over his music and business ventures. Hip-Hop Star J Cole Drops First Sneaker, INDIE 5000, In His Hometown of Fayetteville, North Carolina That approach now extends into footwear. The INDIE 5000 also carries a distinct connection to Fayetteville. Cole was raised in the North Carolina city before his career took him onto the global hip-hop stage. Bringing the sneaker’s first release home gives the launch a personal dimension. Details surrounding the shoe remain limited. Cole has yet to disclose its full design specifications, pricing or broader availability. However, the initial Fayetteville release provides the first look at a project that has been years in the making. The INDIE 5000 arrives as the relationship between hip-hop and sneaker culture continues to evolve. Artists have increasingly turned footwear into another avenue for personal expression and independent design. For Cole, the project appears rooted in the same principle behind its name. Five years of development preceded the sneaker’s arrival, with the rapper emphasizing patience and creative control. Now, Fayetteville will host the INDIE 5000’s first chapter. After years of design, development and manufacturing, J. Cole is finally ready to put his latest creation on the feet of his hometown.

A Mississippi grand jury has declined to indict anyone in connection with the death of Nolan Wells, according to the Jackson County District Attorney’s Office. The 23-member grand jury unanimously returned a no true bill Monday after reviewing evidence from the investigation. The decision means no criminal charges will be filed based on the evidence presented. The grand jury reviewed phone forensic reports, GPS data, security footage and 132 subpoenas. Prosecutors also presented testimony from 43 witnesses. View this post on Instagram Wells was found dead in waters near Horn Island on July 6. He had traveled there with friends two days earlier for a July Fourth celebration. Investigators determined Wells traveled aboard The Triton, one of three boats used by the group. The vessel later experienced a bilge pump and motor failure while returning toward the mainland. The Triton took on water and required a tow from another vessel. Investigators concluded Wells remained on Horn Island after the boats departed. Wells’ cellphone returned to the mainland without him. Investigators noted other passengers’ phones also traveled aboard separate boats. The Mississippi State Chief Medical Examiner and an independent forensic pathologist retained by Wells’ family both determined that the cause and manner of death were undetermined. No Foul Play Discovered By Grand Jury In Death of Nolan Wells Court documents state accidental drowning remains consistent with the evidence. Neither examiner ruled out that possibility. Both officials identified nonfatal bruising on the back of Wells’ head. Investigators found no evidence of fatal physical trauma. A witness testified that Wells slipped awkwardly from a boat. The witness said Wells continued socializing afterward and showed no apparent injury. Toxicology testing found no cocaine. Investigators also determined Wells purchased alcohol using a fake identification document. The grand jury found no evidence that adults over 21 supplied alcohol to Wells or his friends. Jurors also rejected online allegations involving a fight and alleged misconduct by Wells’ friends and their families. The jury concluded that no criminal conduct occurred. Investigators further determined viral pool-party photographs showing Wells predated July Fourth. Officials also found that circulated audio from a SeaTow call involving The Triton differed from the original recording. The investigation addressed claims that medical officials withheld major organs before an independent examination. The family’s pathologist confirmed standard procedures were followed. The Jackson County District Attorney’s Office noted Mississippi has no statute of limitations for homicide. The case could be presented to another grand jury if credible new evidence indicates foul play.

BZR WKND Jamaica 2026 is adding even more star power to its lineup. Grammy-nominated R&B singer Keyshia Cole is officially set to join Cardi B & Friends when the festival takes over Jamaica’s National Stadium in Kingston on Sunday, October 18, 2026. The event will also feature Jamaican dancehall artist Malie Donn, while Spice will host the evening. The announcement comes as excitement continues to build around Cardi B’s appearance, which organizers say will mark her first-ever headlining stadium concert. Cardi is coming off a sold-out North American tour, and demand for the Jamaica event has already been strong, with the festival’s first two early-bird ticket tiers selling out. “Following the response to our initial announcement, we’re excited to continue building out an experience that brings together global stars and some of the biggest names in Caribbean music and culture,” organizers Ryan Burke and Roy “Gramps” Morgan said in a statement. They added that Keyshia Cole’s addition, Spice hosting and Malie Donn representing a new generation of Jamaican dancehall will help make this year’s event even bigger. BZR WKND first hit Kingston’s National Stadium in 2023 with Chris Brown & Friends, drawing fans from Jamaica, the wider Caribbean, the United States, Canada and Europe. Now, the festival is returning with an expanded four-day experience centered around music, culture, fashion and entertainment. Organizers expect more than 50,000 attendees throughout BZR WKND Jamaica 2026, with fans and travelers arriving from around the world. More artists, festival experiences and additional programming are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.

Legendary rapper C.L. Smooth, whose real name is Corey Penn, sued an Elmsford, New York, couple in federal court, alleging they diverted $132,000 in royalties owed to him. C.L. Smooth filed the suit on Sept. 13 in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York in White Plains. He alleges that Nikolas and Nichelle Taylor redirected his SoundExchange royalty payments without his knowledge. View this post on Instagram The suit also names St. Nick Entertainment Inc., a Mount Vernon hip-hop label founded by Nikolas Taylor in 2006, and Taylor Your Care, a home care staffing company founded by Nichelle Brown-Taylor. Penn alleges he has known Nikolas Taylor since 1989 through New York’s music and social circles. Around 2001, Taylor began assisting Penn with booking performances, according to the complaint. The parties never executed a written management agreement. Instead, their arrangement allegedly relied on personal trust and their longstanding relationship. Hip-Hop Legend C.L. Smooth Files Lawsuit Against Mount Vernon Couple For Unpaid Royalties Penn also gave Taylor confidential information, including his passport, for international performances, the complaint says. Their relationship later deteriorated over financial and business disputes involving St. Nick Entertainment and Penn’s independent recordings and projects. Penn alleges he ended his business dealings with Taylor around 2007. Around that time, a SoundExchange account was allegedly established in Penn’s name. The complaint says royalty payments were sent to addresses associated with the Taylors. Penn discovered the account in March while attempting to establish his own SoundExchange account. SoundExchange subsequently investigated the account and identified approximately $132,000 in royalty payments dating to early 2006, according to the complaint. The investigation allegedly found tax forms and royalty checks sent to the Taylors’ Elmsford residence and other addresses associated with them in Pleasantville and Yonkers. Penn alleges the checks were payable to him but endorsed by Nichelle Taylor before being deposited by the Taylors. Penn says he has since taken control of the SoundExchange account and received approximately $30,000 in accumulated royalties for 2023 through 2026. He asserts claims for fraud, conversion, breach of fiduciary duty, aiding and abetting breach of fiduciary duty, and unjust enrichment. Penn seeks recovery of allegedly diverted funds and unspecified punitive damages. The Taylors could not be reached for comment.

On Monday evening (Sept. 21), fans, celebrities, and friends alike gushed over model and content creator Daphne Joy’s latest Instagram post, which featured her posing nude in bed, barely covered by a blanket. Joy shared two photos of herself lounging on a king-size bed while covered by bedding. In the first image, Joy appeared to be asleep while lying face down. A blanket and pillow covered her chest and lower body. In the second photo, she remained in the same position while looking toward the camera. “Loving u loving me,” Joy captioned the post. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Daphne Joy (@daphnejoy) The simple message quickly drew attention from friends, fellow models and followers in her comment section. Dallas, Texas radio personality Ariel Grind wrote, “Stealing this pose ugh so good ,” while Instagram user @gtmarlin asked, “Who’s taking these pictures? ” Model Jessica Killings reacted with, “Omg ,” while model and entrepreneur Shantel “Miss Jackson” Jackson commented, “Morning cakes .” Daphne Joy Breaks The Internet With New Nude Bedroom Photos On IG Other followers praised Joy’s appearance and the photos. @Padraiccosta1 declared, “Holy smokes GODDESS BREAKING THE INTERNET ,” while @sicmuzic wrote, “You can’t say anything bad about gods greatest creation .” Instagram user @maine064 added a humorous response: “Just walked into the damn wall…..god damn.” Another follower, @a.c.t.h.a.z., compared Joy’s latest photos to one of the world’s most recognizable paintings, writing, “Forget about the mona lisa! This belong in a museum.) ” Joy is known for her work as a model and content creator and has remained connected to hip-hop culture through her past relationships. She shares a son with rapper and television personality 50 Cent. Joy also previously dated Sean “Diddy” Combs. While Joy did not elaborate on the meaning behind her “loving u loving me” caption, her latest post offered a glimpse into her personal social-media style, with followers filling the comments with compliments, jokes and admiration for the photos.

Chicago Bears fans can breathe a collective sigh of relief. ​While the offense may still need a temporary plan B, tests revealed quarterback Caleb Williams avoided a severe hamstring injury in Sunday’s matchup, ​Appearing on ESPN 1000 with Jeff Joniak, Bears head coach Ben Johnson acknowledged that Williams is expected to miss time. ​”He’s right now working through every avenue that he’s got available to get back on track here. We’ll see what that looks like,” Johnson said. “Here’s what I know. This guy’s a little bit different than the average human being. I said that last night; I’ll double down on that. “He gets back — he has in the past — a lot faster than what people can anticipate, and so I’m not putting a timeline on this,” Johnson continued. “We’re going to say week-to-week. He’s going to attack this with everything that he knows.” Bears QB Caleb Williams avoided any major injury to his hamstring Sunday, tests confirmed today — and the team isn’t even ruling him out for next Monday’s game against the Eagles, sources tell @ringer @netflixsports. A massive sigh of relief in Chicago. pic.twitter.com/mfCT5x0JWR — Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) September 21, 2026 ​Following an MRI on Monday morning to evaluate the severity of Williams’ hamstring injury, head coach Ben Johnson characterized the imaging results as “somewhat encouraging.” If Williams is unable to suit up next Monday, backup quarterback Tyson Bagent will step in as the starter. “I would be a lot more concerned if I didn’t have a year and a half under our belts together now, and so I’ve seen them every single day in practice,” Johnson said of Bagent and Case Keenum. “We’ve had a lot of reps during the course of training camp and in the preseason. So if it goes that route, I feel strongly about what he’s capable of and what our team does, too. They know he’s a darn good football player. He’s won games in the past. Him and Case both have won games in this league. There’s a lot of confidence that both of those guys can get the job done if it comes to it.” The Bears are set to play the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, September 28.

Shaquille O’Neal has officially entered the ranks of federal law enforcement after being named an honorary special agent by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The Hall of Fame center received the distinction during the graduation ceremony for the FBI National Academy’s Session 299 on Sept. 17. FBI Director Kash Patel presented the honor to O’Neal in front of 265 law enforcement professionals from across the nation. The graduation took place at the academy’s historic campus in Quantico, where senior law enforcement leaders undergo rigorous academic and physical training. Patel praised the four-time NBA champion for his longstanding commitment to the badge and the communities it protects. “This session is historic — FBI was honored to be joined by one of the best supporters of law enforcement in the country — @Shaq — who graduated with this session and became an honorary FBI Special Agent,” Patel said in a statement shared on social media. The honorary title is the latest chapter in O’Neal’s extensive history with police agencies. Since retiring from professional basketball, the former Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat star has frequently traded his jersey for a uniform. In 2005, he was sworn in as a reserve officer for the Miami Beach Police Department and has held similar roles with the Los Angeles Port Police and the Doral Police Department in Florida. Beyond his reserve duties, O’Neal has taken on leadership roles within local departments. Late last year, he was appointed the community relations chief for the Henry County Police Department in Georgia. The 7-foot-1 icon has often used his celebrity status to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the public, participating in community outreach and youth programs. The FBI National Academy is a prestigious 10-week program primarily reserved for experienced law enforcement leaders. The curriculum focuses on intelligence theory, forensic science, management science and law. While O’Neal’s status is honorary, his participation in the Session 299 graduation highlights his continued advocacy for the profession. O’Neal joins a select group of civilians who have been recognized by federal agencies for their contributions to public safety.

Jhené Aiko has reached a pinnacle in her music career this week as her latest studio effort, “Westside Whimsy,” debuted at the top of the Billboard 200. The achievement marks the first No. 1 album for the Los Angeles native since she first entered the charts more than a decade ago. According to data provided by Luminate, “Westside Whimsy” earned 74,000 equivalent album units in the U.S. during the tracking week ending Sept. 17. The project’s success was driven largely by digital streaming, accounting for 70,000 units, which translates to roughly 71.33 million on-demand official streams. The album also debuted at the top of the Top Streaming Albums chart. The victory is particularly significant for the R&B genre. Aiko is the first female R&B artist to lead the Billboard 200 in 2026. The last woman in the genre to hold the top spot was SZA, whose blockbuster album “SOS” last saw the No. 1 position in May 2025. Aside from Aiko, the only other R&B artist to reach the peak this year was Bruno Mars with his project “The Romantic” in March. Aiko utilized a surprise-release strategy for the new project, announcing “Westside Whimsy” on Sept. 8, just three days before its Sept. 11 release. The album features a robust lineup of West Coast talent and frequent collaborators, including Kendrick Lamar, Ab-Soul, Tyga, Larry June and Ohma. Despite only being available in digital formats — with physical copies not expected until January — the album managed to secure the 25th spot on the Top Album Sales chart. This milestone concludes a nearly 13-year climb for the singer-songwriter. Aiko first appeared on the Billboard 200 in November 2013 with her EP “Sail Out,” which peaked at No. 8. Since then, she has secured six top 10 projects. Her previous career best was the 2020 Grammy-nominated album “Chilombo,” which reached the No. 2 position. Industry analysts noted that Aiko is part of a rare group of artists who have waited more than a decade between their chart debut and their first No. 1. With a gap of 12 years and 10 months, she joins Megadeth as one of the few acts in 2026 to achieve this long-term career breakthrough. https://www.instagram.com/p/Ddh3MiRzgmZ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&stkn=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Porsha Williams is opening up about a health crisis that led to a life-saving emergency surgery earlier this year. The “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star revealed Friday that she underwent an emergency partial hysterectomy in May after doctors discovered nearly two dozen uterine fibroids. Williams, 45, shared the details of her medical journey during an appearance on “CBS Mornings” and in a first-person essay for Glamour. The reality star disclosed that surgeons removed 21 fibroids during the procedure, one of which had grown to the size of a cantaloupe. The discovery occurred unexpectedly when Williams accompanied a friend to a fertility appointment. While there, Williams asked for an exam to check on her own health as she considered expanding her family. She recalled the moment the mood in the room shifted when the doctor performed the ultrasound. “She went silent and I looked at the screen and all I could see was like black,” Williams told host Gayle King. Having been diagnosed with fibroids in her late 20s—a condition that contributed to a miscarriage at four months—Williams said she immediately recognized the gravity of the situation. Uterine fibroids are noncancerous muscular growths that develop in or around the uterus. While common, they can cause severe symptoms. Williams admitted she had been suffering from extreme fatigue, migraines and a menstrual cycle that lasted six weeks, but she initially attributed the issues to perimenopause. The emergency surgery resulted in the removal of her uterus, effectively ending her ability to carry another child. However, the procedure preserved her ovaries. Williams, who is already a mother to 7-year-old daughter Pilar Jhena, said she had to grieve the loss of her fertility while acknowledging the necessity of the operation. “I didn’t have a choice about the hysterectomy, but it saved my life,” Williams wrote in her essay, noting that her quality of life has improved “100%” since the surgery. Following the reveal, Williams took to Instagram to thank her followers for their outpouring of support. She said she chose to go public with her story to inspire other women to take charge of their reproductive health and seek medical advice for unexplained symptoms. “Thank you for all of the love and support today. My heart is so full,” Williams wrote. “I just pray that by being brave enough to share my loss, my journey through surgery, and my new quality of life, my story will inspire women to take charge of their health and their bodies.” View this post on Instagram