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Ricky Lamar Hawk, better known by his stage name Silentó, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after pleading guilty but mentally ill to the 2021 shooting and killing of his cousin, Frederick Rooks III. The sentencing, announced on June 11, 2025, represents the culmination of a tragic and deeply troubling case that has unfolded over the last four years.
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Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Dwight Eubanks reveals that his doctors failed to detect early signs of prostrate cancer since they were so concerned about detecting HIV. The beloved hairstylist and reality‐TV personality known for his memorable appearances on The Real Housewives of Atlanta, is confronting a startling new challenge at age 64, a diagnosis of prostate cancer.
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Ananda Lewis, the dynamic television personality known for her groundbreaking work at MTV and beyond, has passed away at the age of 52 after a valiant battle with breast cancer. Her sister Lakshmi confirmed the news in an emotional Facebook post on June 11, marking the end of a journey that inspired many.
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Simon Guobadia has reportedly been deported back to Nigeria after spending months in ICE custody. TaiSavet, who is a good friend of Simon, confirmed that he was sent back home several days ago.
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Kendrick Lamar dominated at the BET Awards in Los Angeles, which honor Black excellence in acting, music, and sports. He won five awards, including coveted titles like Best Album, Video, and Male Hip-Hop Artist. In his acceptance speech, hosted by Kevin Hart, Lamar acknowledged BET's consistent dedication to authentically representing Black culture.
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Khaby Lame, the Senegalese‑born, Italian‑citizen TikTok superstar with over 162 million followers, has voluntarily left the United States following a brief detention by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). On June 6, 2025, while transiting through Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Lame was taken into custody by ICE agents due to a visa overstay, having entered the country on April 30 for events including the Met Gala.
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At the 2025 BET Awards, rapper Doechii transformed her acceptance speech into a passionate call for justice, condemning President Donald Trump's immigration policies and use of military force against protesters in Los Angeles.
