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Rihanna and Monica are supporting Yung Miami as she relishes in the success of her new single, “Spend Dat.” Source: Raymond Hall / Prince Williams Many artists, including India.Arie and Keri Hilson have weighed in on the rapper’s new track “Spend Dat,” with many upset over the song’s messaging. Its lyrics aren’t exactly politically correct, featuring numerous references to scamming and “boostin’”—a slang term commonly used to describe shoplifting. But, as backlash continues to roll in from certain artists, others have taken kindly to the song. Monica played it during her set at Essence Fest in New Orleans over the weekend, using it as an opportunity to not only hype up the crowd but also a fellow artist. After seeing Monica jamming to her track, Yung Miami was clearly honored, posting about just how much the moment meant to her. “Ahhhh…. This is what an OG look like!!!” she captioned her post, sharing Monica and her dancers getting down to the song. “Thank you @monicadenise for hitting that s**t one time and showing ya girl some LOVE. We can celebrate each other’s wins and just have a good time! This is sisterhood this is black excellence!! Thank you Monica you’ve truly always been a REAL ONE & stay embracing and pouring into the girls! A ICON, A LEGEND ” Monica replied to her in the comments, writing, “I Love You @yungmiami305 Support & Sisterhood is my stance always So much love for you and your family !” And Monica isn’t the only one making sure Miami sees her support. Rihanna recently filmed a video with Hollywood Unlocked’s Jason Lee, where she went grocery shopping in Los Angeles. While she was in her car, she heard a young woman blasting “Spend Dat,” and she just had to FaceTime Young Miami to show her how much people are loving her song. When the woman in the car turned the song off, Rih yelled, “Yo, turn that s**t back on!” before singing along to the chorus. “B***h not Rihanna and Jason Lee called me mid melt while my wig was off singing spend Dat B***h!!!!!!!!! Mid Melt b***h!!,” Miami wrote in her caption as she posted a video of the moment. As “Spend Dat” continues to climb the charts, fans just wanna know when a remix will hit the airwaves. While talking to Complex’s Jillian Superstar about the remix at the BET Awards 2026 on June 28, Miami revealed there’s one artist she has in mind for the song. “You gotta stay tuned for that, but I really want Drake,” Yung Miami said. “Champagne Papi. You know we gotta call Drake. Iceman. I want Iceman!” She went on to joke that Drake needs to “pick up the phone.” The post ‘Boosting’ Blessings: Rihanna & Monica Co-Sign Yung Miami’s ‘Spend Dat’ Amid Viral Backlash–‘Turn That S*** Back On!’ appeared first on Bossip.

Monaleo is getting candid about the health hardship that nearly cost her life. Looking back on a tumultuous year, the 25-year-old rapper revealed that complications from Polycystic ovary syndrome resulted in emergency surgery in the loss of an ovary and a Fallopian tube, forcing her to exit the final leg of her Who Did the Body? Tour. “really be sitting back like damn i really could’ve died this year,” she said in a post on X. “i really had to yell in agony for that hospital to take me serious. i really sat with an ovarian torsion for over 12 hours . i really lost half my reproductive system at 24 . and could lose the other half . so many complications. so many hormone changes. i don’t even feel like myself . i’m blessed don’t mean to sound ungrateful but today is hard . i feel tired . hope any other person struggling with pmos/pcos is getting the help they need. you are not alone on your journey. hugs from your cyster.” The “Putting Ya Dine” rapper has been transparent about her struggles in the hope that more women understand the seriousness of checking in with their reproductive health. And while her story ended relatively well, the medical industry still has a long road to travel to properly diagnose, treat, and prevent grave complications from PCOS. This isn’t the first time Monaleo has used her platform to educate and inspire. In 2023, she started the ” Stay One More Day” foundation, an organization that seeks to destigmatize conversations about mental health. After sharing her own struggles with suicidal ideation and how she pulled herself out of deep depression, Monaleo has taken every opportunity to help others understand that the light will peek through the darkness again. In 2025, Monaleo tied the knot with rapper Stunna in a now-viral “everything pinka” ceremony. The pair also welcomed a child in 2024. Sending good vibes to our girl, Monaleo! The post Monaleo Details Near-Fatal Health Scare That Led To The Loss Of An Ovary And Fallopian Tube–‘I Really Could’ve Died’ appeared first on Bossip.

Artificial intelligence has been creeping into music over the last few years, and at first, many people didn’t know exactly what to make of it. Was it a new tool? A shortcut? A threat? A gimmick? Depending on who you asked, AI music either sounded like the future or like the beginning of a major creative problem. Lately, though, more artists have made it clear where they stand: they are not rocking with AI being used to copy voices, train models on their catalogs without permission or flood streaming platforms with music that sounds like it came from human artists but didn’t. The issue got even louder after SZA recently called out AI music after learning that hundreds of her songs were reportedly included in training data used to generate AI music models. According to reports, SZA urged Black artists not to hand over their creativity to AI and criticized the way Black musicians, writers and producers can be mined for influence without proper consent, credit or compensation. Her comments also brought Diplo into the conversation, with SZA reportedly calling him out for his connection to Suno, one of the AI music companies at the center of the larger debate. Whether it’s a superstar’s voice being cloned, unreleased work allegedly showing up in datasets or producers worrying their sound could be scraped and recycled, the fear is the same: AI can take years of style, pain, training, tone and cultural influence, then spit it back out with none of the human life attached to it. That’s why Timbaland’s recent AI push is such an important part of this conversation, too. The legendary producer has been publicly experimenting with AI music and even introduced an AI artist through his Stage Zero company, but he also faced backlash after allegedly using producer K Fresh’s work in an AI demo without proper permission. Timbaland later apologized, saying he believed the song was fully owned by the artist who sent it to him, but the controversy became a perfect example of what artists are worried about: once a song goes into the machine, who controls what happens next? The backlash isn’t coming just from one corner of the industry, either. In 2024, more than 200 artists, songwriters and music figures signed an Artists Rights Alliance open letter calling on AI developers, tech companies and digital music platforms to stop using AI in ways that infringe on or devalue human artists. The letter acknowledged that AI could have creative uses when handled responsibly, but warned against training models on artists’ work without permission, which could replace human artistry and dilute royalty pools. That’s the bigger picture behind SZA’s comments. This isn’t just artists being scared of new technology. It’s artists asking who benefits when their voices, likenesses, styles and catalogs become raw material for companies they never agreed to work with. Here are some notable artists who have publicly pushed back against AI music or signed onto efforts calling for stronger protections. SZA has become one of the loudest recent voices against AI music after discovering that hundreds of her songs were reportedly tied to AI training data. Her stance is especially focused on protecting Black artists, writers and producers from having their creativity extracted, repackaged and monetized without consent. The post Notable Artists Who Have Publicly Opposed A.I. Music appeared first on Bossip.

The United States is celebrating its 250th anniversary on Saturday (July 4), and for Black people, it’s a time wrought with mixed emotions regarding race and their connectivity to a nation they’ve helped build with blood, sweat, and tears. Which makes it all the more fitting that a film depicting those complexities set in a not-too-distant future, Sincerely Brad, will premiere on the Roku Channel on the nation’s birthday. Sincerely Brad follows a Black astronaut (played by the Emmy Award-nominated actor Patrick Walker) who has been tasked with leading a mission to the moon. It’s a mission that could be the key to saving humanity as we know it. But the decision comes in conflict with his duty to his wife Zoey (played by Cinthya Carmona, best known for her role in Greenhouse Academy) as well as the weight of his personal ambitions and family legacy. Adding to that tension is the riskiness of the mission and a looming family event. For Brad, the choice he will make is direct: love…or legacy? The film also stars veteran actors Carl Anthony Payne II (The Cosby Show, Martin) and Veronika Dash (CSI, iCarly, Cadillac Records) to supplement the cast in this exploration of the modern issues that still dominate the U.S. conversation with regards to race, legacy, and seeking promise in the future. Sincerely Brad is the brainchild of Issac Yowman, a veteran filmmaker who has directed projects for Netflix, Marvel, Nike, the NBA, Pepsi, and McDonald’s, among others, and serves as the director of the film. The NAACP Image Award nominee also has been nominated for a Grammy Award for his production work with superstars such as Beyoncé, Megan Thee Stallion, and SZA. SEE ALSO: Travis Scott Joins Isaac Yowman As Executive Producer For DJ Screw Biopic In an interview with the Defender Network, Yowman spoke of the importance of depicting Brad as a multi-faceted figure to fight against the expected cinematic tropes. “Audiences want to see Black people living full, complex lives, not just crime or trauma stories,” he said. “Brad is a Black astronaut, a husband, a son. That’s powerful to see on screen.” Sincerely Brad will premiere on The Roku Channel on July 4. Check out the trailer above. The post Acclaimed Filmmaker Isaac Yowman’s ‘Sincerely Brad’ Premieres July 4 On The Roku Channel appeared first on Bossip.

The Chi has officially returned for its eighth and final season, and Lena Waithe’s deliciously diabolical southside series isn’t holding back. The latest episode of BOSSIP and CASSIUS’ editorial series The Black Watch unpacked the opening chapters of the Showtime drama’s farewell season before shifting gears to review RZA’s revenge thriller One Spoon of Chocolate. Joining BOSSIP Managing Editor Dani Canada were executive producer Serita Wesley, iONE Digital Director of Content for the Men’s Division Alvin Blanco, and comedian-writer Richard Jones for a lively discussion about love triangles, looming deaths, and the legacy of one of television’s most enduring Black dramas. Season 8 picks up with Emmett, Keisha, Victor, Tiff, Bakari, Papa, and the rest of the South Side crew navigating shifting alliances, mounting danger, and increasingly complicated relationships. While the panel agreed the premiere delivered plenty of drama, they couldn’t help but laugh at just how intertwined everyone’s lives have become. Richard joked before comparing the show’s ever-growing web of romances to square dance partners. Dani also compared the shocking series to the soap opera, Beyond The Gates. One character who drew plenty of conversation was Nuck, whose complicated history with several of the show’s central characters has made him one of the season’s biggest wild cards. This season, Nuck is dating Tiffany despite killing her boyfriend, Rob, and having her mother-figure, Alicia, killed for the murder of Douda, someone else he killed. “Nuck is an awful human being,” Dani said about the character played by Cortez Smith. “Looks great. Awful human being.” Despite his charm, the panel agreed his actions over the years have left a trail of destruction that may finally catch up with him before the series concludes. Several predicted Tiff could be the one to kill him, while Serita floated the idea of Papa abandoning his moral compass and embracing the streets after years of trying to remain holy. Beyond the relationship drama, the conversation also turned to what has made The Chi resonate for nearly a decade. Dani praised Lena’s continued exploration of masculinity, queerness, community, and chosen family, pointing to Victor’s emotional prison visit with his former girlfriend, a transwoman, as one example of the show’s nuanced storytelling. By the end of the discussion, the panel agreed they were fully invested in seeing how the story ends. The episode’s second half shifted from Chicago to small-town Ohio as the panel reviewed RZA’s One Spoon of Chocolate, the revenge thriller starring Shameik Moore and presented by Quentin Tarantino. While opinions were mixed, the group praised Shameik’s committed performance and several of the film’s revenge sequences, even as they questioned its lengthy runtime and heavy-handed social commentary. “It was definitely spaghetti Western,” Richard said, while Alvin argued the film “could have been 30 minutes shorter.” Dani agreed that the film delivered some satisfying moments, particularly when Shameik’s character finally turned the tables on the town’s racist antagonists, but acknowledged the movie’s ambitious themes occasionally overwhelmed its storytelling. Watch the latest episode of The Black Watch below. One Spoon of Chocolate Is a Mess… But We Couldn’t Look Away | The Black Watch Ep. 12 ✕ The post ‘The Black Watch’ Talks ‘The Chi’s’ Farewell Season, Predicts Who’ll Survive Lena Waithe’s Deliciously Diabolical Southside Series appeared first on Bossip.

OWN is announcing two new creator-led series for ladies looking for a glow-up and the singles still searching for “the one.” BOSSIP can exclusively confirm that the network is premiering Glow Up in 5, hosted by Zoe Spencer, premiering July 21 across the network’s digital platforms, followed by Dating Download, hosted by Kendra G, on July 29. Source: The network says the projects are part of OWN’s continued investment in creator-led storytelling, spotlighting Black women whose voices continue to shape conversations across beauty, relationships and digital culture. The announcement also comes as both creators prepare to appear at the 2026 Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans. Spencer is set to host the Girls United Stage on Saturday, while Kendra G will participate in a panel on the festival’s Main Stage. Glow Up in 5 Features Zoe Spencer’s Five-Minute Beauty Challenges OWN’s Glow Up in 5 features Spencer bringing her signature humor and authenticity to a fast-paced beauty series built around transformation under pressure. Source: OWN / OWN A press release reports that each episode challenges the actress and lifestyle creator to complete makeup, hair and skincare looks in five minutes or less using surprise prompts. Along the way, Spencer shares practical tips while showing viewers that a glow-up is truly about confidence, preparation and making the most of the moment. Source: OWN / OWN OWN’s Dating Download Features Kendra G’s Matchmaking Skills Kendra G, the creator of “Kendra G Singles” dating app, is putting her matchmaking skills to work in Dating Download. Source: OWN / OWN A press release reports that the series pairs women with the exact type of man they say they’re looking for, from providers and entrepreneurs to self-described reformed players, to see whether chemistry lives up to the checklist. At the end of each episode, couples make one final decision: “Download” the relationship and keep exploring the connection or “Delete” it and move on. Source: OWN / OWN According to OWN, the two series reflect the network’s continued effort to expand its digital footprint while creating programming that centers Black women and the creators helping drive today’s cultural conversation. Both Glow Up in 5 and Dating Download are produced by Content.23 in partnership with Pauline Malcolm-Thornton’s BrandStory Architech and will stream exclusively on OWN’s digital platforms beginning July 21 and July 29, respectively. OWN OWN OWN OWN OWN OWN OWN OWN OWN Will you be watching? The post Glow Ups & Genuine Connections: OWN Taps Kendra G & Zoe Spencer For Creator-Led Series Celebrating Beauty & Singles Seeking Love appeared first on Bossip.

Grab your passports and prepare for another round of drama, laughs, and Angela & Marcus messiness because Tyler Perry is officially bringing back one of his most beloved franchises. Source: Courtesy / Netflix This time, the couples are trading snowy Colorado cabins for the stunning backdrop of Lake Como, Italy. Check out first look photos of Why Did I Get Married Again? as Perry and Taraji P. Henson spill the tea about the sequel. According to Netflix, Why Did I Get Married Again? premieres September 9 and reunites fan favorites Perry, Jill Scott, Richard T. Jones, Tasha Smith, Michael Jai White, Lamman Rucker, and Sharon Leal. Joining the franchise is Henson, whose addition is already giving the sequel even more star power. Source: Courtesy / Netflix The new film centers around the wedding of Marcus and Angela’s daughter. What starts as a celebration quickly becomes an opportunity for old friends to reconnect, reflect on their marriages, and realize that their children may be repeating some of the same relationship patterns they once navigated themselves. Speaking with PEOPLE about the film, Taraji said revisiting these characters nearly two decades after the original film felt surprisingly natural. “It felt like putting on a warm robe,” Perry shared. “It lent itself to realizing where we all are in life.” He also noted that both the cast and the characters have experienced real-life growth since audiences first met them. As for Henson, she is stepping into the franchise as Roselyn — a successful businesswoman whose son happens to be the groom. While she arrives in Italy to celebrate, Perry hints that every guest is carrying a little emotional baggage. Henson teased that viewers should expect more than just beautiful scenery. “I don’t want to give too much away, but who doesn’t love a destination wedding that brings together old and new friends?” she told People. She also revealed that filming alongside Tasha Smith made the experience even sweeter, joking that the pair “almost had too much fun.” Perry had nothing but praise for his longtime collaborator. “Taraji is just a joy to work with,” he said. “She is just a good person, has a good soul and a good heart. I love working with those types of people and will continue to work with Taraji as long as she wants to work with me.” In true Tyler Perry fashion, expect heartfelt conversations, complicated marriages, family secrets, and plenty of moments that will have viewers laughing one minute and clutching their pearls the next. If the original films taught us anything, it is that love is never simple, and neither are the people trying to hold on to it. For fans who need a refresher before the sequel drops, Why Did I Get Married? and Why Did I Get Married Too? will also begin streaming on Netflix in the United States on July 3. Why Did I Get Married Again? releases September 9 on Netflix. Check out the first look images below: Source: Courtesy / Netflix Source: Courtesy / Netflix The post Tyler Perry & Taraji P. Henson Preview ‘Why Did I Get Married Again?’, Tease Forthcoming Film’s Lake Como Chaos appeared first on Bossip.

Sometimes is best to let sleeping dogs lie unless you’re ready to get bit. Donald Trump is absolutely obsessed with having President Barack Obama’s name in his mouth. Nothing makes him happier than comparing his size with that of the big Black former commander-n-chief. BOSSIP recently reported on Trump’s incessant infatuation via Obama’s appearance on Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson’s All The Smoke podcast where he quipped that he was living in “a suite” inside the MAGA administrator’s brain. Trump, being Stan-like in his preoccupation with his predecessor, undoubtedly heard Obama’s comments and took to Truth Social to post what be probably thought was a really clever troll. The problem is that not only is Donald Trump, nor his calvary of cronies, particularly clever, they are too stupid to see just how easy it is for social media users, who are infinitely more clever than anyone in the White House, to drop a reverse Uno card and use this post to deep-fry and fricassee the orange führer. Trump will always be an easy target to get jokes off but he is assisting the internet get buckets at his expense like Steve Nash. Like…he HAD to know that a meme like that was going to open him up to…this. Slam dunk, layup, OG Anunoby tip-in, Twitter in 5. Say what you will, but sometimes low hanging fruit is just a nourishing to the agenda as the ripest piece on the tree. B-b-b-but wait, it gets worse! Donald Trump’s neice and perhaps his number 1 hater hit him with a mean “well, actually…” about the facts of his Obama troll post. It’s glorious. Rev. Al Sharpton appeared on MS NOW to offer his analysis on Trump’s fraught fixation on President Obama. “[Obama] was better educated, better background in terms of coming from nothing and achieving something,” Sharpton continued. “And he’s Black.” He continued. “If it’s a glee club contest and one choir wins over another, he’ll mention Obama,” the “Politics Nation” host said of Trump on Sunday. “I mean, there’s some obsession there.” Sharpton also made it clear that this “tit-for-tat” is really just a tit because President Obama ain’t thinking about that man in public or behind closed doors. “[Obama] just opened his library and I was there,” he told Witt. “He doesn’t even talk about Trump in private. I’ve been around President Obama for the last several years, on many occasions — even social occasions, sometimes. I’ve never heard him say anything about Trump, but Trump must find a way to attack Obama.” Being an octogenarian hater has to be bad for your health. Trump should get that checked out, or not… The post Obama Derangement Syndrome: Donald Trump Tries Trolling Former President Only To Find Himself Flamed appeared first on Bossip.