President Donald Trump issued a pointed reaction to Trevor Noah following the comedian’s remarks at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. Writing on Truth Social, Trump described the ceremony as “the worst” and “virtually unwatchable,” singling out Noah for particular criticism. The statement drew attention for its directness, emphasizing Trump’s dissatisfaction with the comedian’s references. The dispute arose from Noah’s joke linking Trump to Jeffrey Epstein’s private island, alongside a reference to former President Bill Clinton. Trump denied ever visiting the island and characterized the comments as “false and defamatory.” He added that no credible media outlet had made similar claims, framing the remark as inaccurate and misleading. Trump’s response included sharp personal commentary aimed at Noah. “Noah, a total loser, better get his facts straight—fast,” he wrote, signaling that the matter had become more than a casual grievance. He also suggested potential legal action, stating, “It seems I’ll be instructing my lawyers to sue this poor, pathetic, talentless M.C., and seeking substantial damages.” During the Grammy broadcast, Noah referenced Billie Eilish’s win for Song of the Year, quipping, “That is a Grammy that every artist desires almost as much as Trump wants Greenland.” He added a pointed aside: “This makes sense since Epstein’s island is no longer available; he needs a new place to socialize with Bill Clinton.” The line drew immediate audience reaction, and the subsequent statements by Trump amplified attention in the media. Trump Responds Amid Renewed Epstein Attention Trump’s remarks reflect an ongoing effort to clarify his public associations with Epstein, the financier who died in 2019 while facing federal sex trafficking charges. Epstein’s connections and legal history continue to draw scrutiny, with new documents released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act renewing public interest. The continued circulation of these records has kept Epstein-related controversies in the public eye. While no individual has been definitively implicated, the renewed focus on past associations has heightened attention on public figures connected, directly or indirectly, to Epstein. Trump’s statement illustrates how such controversies can intersect with moments in popular culture.

The 68th annual Grammy Awards are rarely short on spectacle, but CeeLo Green ensured his arrival cut through the noise. Though the 50-year-old singer was not nominated this year, he turned the red carpet into a moment alongside his 25-year-old son, Layke. Together, they offered a reminder that the Grammys are as much about presentation as they are about trophies. Their appearance stood apart from the night’s more traditional red carpet fare. CeeLo opted for a look that blended ease with provocation, wearing a bright red sweater trimmed in white and black. The outfit was sharpened by red contact lenses and his signature gothic makeup, which immediately drew cameras his way. When asked by Entertainment Tonight about the striking choice, he replied, “What are you saying? Are you kidding? I was born this way.” He followed with a shrugging explanation: “Interesting, that’s all. Just keeping it interesting.” Layke, whose birth name is Kingston Callaway, leaned fully into glam rock theatrics. His face paint evoked classic KISS imagery, widely read as a tribute to the late Ace Frehley. A red mesh top layered beneath a fur-trimmed vest, paired with black leather pants and spiked gauntlets, completed the look. The effect was deliberate, dramatic, and impossible to miss. View this post on Instagram Beyond Fashion, a Moment in Music History On the carpet, Layke also spoke about the meaning behind his chosen name, saying it “opens up an aura of mystery” and elevates how a person is perceived. The comment fit neatly into a night where self-definition and performance often blurred. Elsewhere, CeeLo took time to praise Clipse, who earned nominations for Best Rap Performance, Best Rap Song, and Best Rap Album. Their win for “Chains & Whips” added to Kendrick Lamar’s historic evening, marking his fifth Grammy of the night and bringing his career total to 27, the most of any rapper in Grammy history. The Grammy Awards have long functioned as a crossroads of music, image, and personality. CeeLo Green and Layke used the red carpet not simply to dress boldly, but to stake a claim in that tradition. Their appearance served as a reminder that at the Grammys, presence can resonate long after the awards are handed out.

Over the weekend, Alex Bruesewitz and his now-wife, former beauty queen Carolina Urrea, held a star-studded wedding at President Donald Trump’s Doral Golf Course in Miami. Bruesewitz, a right-wing podcaster, was one of the major voices behind Trump during his 2024 presidential campaign. In addition to Trump’s family members and senior advisors, several prominent Black entertainers, including Nicki Minaj, Sexyy Red, and 50 Cent, were also present. Clips of the event have already circulated online. Fif and Sexyy were seen performing on stage, while Nicki was mingling with other guests. Also in attendance were Boxer Mike Tyson, Michael Blackson, Tristan Thompson, and Amber Rose. Sexyy Red hit the stage during the wedding of President Trump advisor Alex Bruesewitz and Carolina Urrea! #TSRStaffAS https://t.co/oGnbiEZYRu — TheShadeRoom (@TheShadeRoom) February 1, 2026 Nicki Minaj Goes Full MAGA In other news, Nicki Minaj made it clear she’s more than a supporter of President Donald Trump; she’s his biggest fan. Earlier this week, President Donald Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hosted a “Trump Accounts Summit” in Washington, D.C. Among the guest speakers was Nicki Minaj, who referred to herself as Trump’s “No.1 fan,” and accused others of “bullying” him. “I don’t know what to say, but I will say that I am probably the president’s No. 1 fan. That’s not going to change,” Minaj said. Minaj says the criticism she’s received only motivates her to “support him [Trump] more.” She continued, “It’s gonna motivate all of us to support him more.” The “Starships” rapper also made it a point to call out the president’s “bullies.” She added, “We’re not going to let them get away with bullying him and, you know, the smear campaigns: It’s not going to work, OK? He has a lot of force behind him, and God is protecting him. Amen.”

T.I. is signaling the end of his recording career with Kill The King, a project he has described as his final studio album. Earlier this month, he released “Let Em Know,” a Pharrell-produced single that introduces the tone of the forthcoming record. The announcement frames the album not as a dramatic farewell, but as a measured conclusion to a career that has spanned more than two decades. For the Atlanta rapper, the decision appears deliberate and long in the making. While attending the Grammy Awards with his wife, Tiny, T.I. spoke candidly about stepping away from music. “It’s a blessing, man. ‘Let Em Know,’ produced by Pharrell, is my first single off of my final album. It’s time for me to be done. They should know it; I’ve stated it before,” he said. He explained that his priorities have shifted toward family and other creative ambitions he has yet to fully explore. The album, he suggested, represents closure rather than retreat. TI says he’s officially retiring from Hip Hop and his new album that he’s rolling out will be his last album. pic.twitter.com/3Rbk5Y4tbX — Ahmed/The Ears/IG: BigBizTheGod (@big_business_) February 2, 2026 The Meaning Behind “Kill The King” Though no release date has been announced, Kill The King has been in development for several years. In a 2023 interview with TMZ, T.I. reflected on the weight of the “King of the South” title that has followed him throughout his career. “I feel like the King of the South moniker can be quite egotistical. It’s a persona that often precedes me,” he said. Recalling advice from Big Boi, he added, “when you take on the title of king, you effectively put a target on your back. It’s a game of chess, and ‘Kill The King’ is what you risk setting yourself up for.” Talk of retirement has surfaced repeatedly in recent years. Ahead of his performance at the 2024 Jingle Ball concert for 96.1 The Beat, T.I. told fans it would be his final live appearance. “I’m thankful to you all for giving me my final gig. Financially, I’m set, and I simply don’t want to perform anymore,” he said. The moment reinforced a message he has delivered with increasing clarity. As Kill The King approaches release, the album stands as a closing chapter from an artist who helped define Southern hip-hop in the mainstream era. Rather than a sudden goodbye, the project reflects a thoughtful transition away from the stage. For listeners, it offers a final body of work shaped by reflection, experience, and intention.

Snoop Dogg’s daughter Cori Broadus is breaking her silence after announcing the passing of her 10-month-old daughter, Codi Dreaux. Earlier this week, on Monday (Jan.26), Cori shared the heartbreaking news about her daughter’s passing. “…I lost the love of my life,” she wrote in an Instagram Story post. “My Codi.” Just a few days later, in another Instagram Story post, Cori reshared a photo of her and her daughter lying in bed together. “20 days later, I’m sick,” she captioned it. Following the news, Cori’s finance and the father of their late daughter, Wayne Deuce, spoke out on his Instagram Story, writing, “I been the saddest since you left me, Cori Dreaux. But I know you at peace. Daddy will always love you.” Not long ago, Cori opened up about battling HELLP syndrome during the latter end of her pregnancy. View this post on Instagram Snoop Shows Love To His Daughter After Mourning Loss Of Her Child According to Cleveland Clinic, HELLP syndrome is a rare pregnancy complication similar to preeclampsia. Some of the symptoms include belly pain, blurred vision, fatigue, or swelling. That said, there has been no determination on what exactly led to the child’s death. Not long after Cori’s most recent post, Snoop publicly came out in support of her. On Saturday (Jan.31), Snoop shared a post with Cori and two of her siblings, Corde and Cordell. The trio looks more close-knit than ever, despite their recent tragedy. Snoop wasn’t the only one throwing support his daughter’s way, his comment section was also very sympathetic to Cori’s situation. Fans and celebrities alike offered words of encouragement to the 26-year-old. “Sending love and more love,” actress Nia Long wrote. Lil Mama also chimed in, writing, “I love you all. May God bestow strength and peace upon you as you grieve… such a precious life.”

Don Lemon is breaking his silence after his arrest for his alleged involvement in a Minnesota church protest he was reporting on. Earlier this week, Don Lemon was released from federal custody on his own recognizance. As he stood on the courthouse steps, the former CNN anchor thanked his supporters. “It really, it truly means the world to me,” he said. Lemon says he spent his “entire career covering the news,” and has no plans on slowing down. He continued: “I will not stop now. In fact, there is no more important time than right now.” It’s being reported that Lemon’s arrest occurred while covering a Grammy Awards event. Lemon confirmed this was true, saying, “Last night, the DOJ sent a team of federal agents to arrest me in the middle of the night for something I’ve been doing for the last 30 years, which is covering the news,” Lemon said. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images) “I will not be silenced,” Lemon Says He added, “The First Amendment protects that work for me and for countless other journalists. I stand with them, and I will not be silenced. I look forward to my day in court.” Lemon’s former employer, CNN, also spoke out about his recent arrest, calling it “unacceptable.” “The FBI’s arrest of our former CNN colleague Don Lemon raises profoundly concerning questions about press freedom and the First Amendment,” the statement reads. “The Department of Justice already failed twice to get an arrest warrant for Don and several other journalists in Minnesota, where a chief judge of the Minnesota Federal District Court found there was ’no evidence’ that there was any criminal behavior involved in their work.” The statement continues: “The First Amendment in the United States protects journalists who bear witness to news and events as they unfold, ensuring they can report freely in the public interest, and the DOJ’s attempts to violate those rights is unacceptable,” the outlet continued. “We will be following this case closely.”

“I assumed I was going to die,” Matthew Allen, a.k.a. Nur-D, told Rolling Stone. The Twin Cities rapper tells the outlet he woke up ready to enjoy a “regular day.” However, after witnessing a flurry of social media posts online about the ongoing anti-ICE protests, Allen realized he needed to join his fellow Minnesotans. For the past few weeks, the organization has been violently occupying the city, leading to multiple raids, as well as the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Allen, with his wife by his side, attended the protest; however, it didn’t take long for things to take a turn for the worse. Not long after arriving, Allen was chased, violently slammed to the ground, and maced by ICE agents. “My name is Matthew James Obadiah Allen,” he screamed, pinned to the ground, “I have done nothing at all….I’m a United States citizen.” MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Matthew Allen, a.k.a. Nur-D, before he was violently detained by ICE agents (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images) “This is real… You could die just for saying, ‘I don’t like this.’” Allen Says Allen, who was eventually released from detention, noted that while he feared for his life, he wasn’t going to “help” agents make the situation into something it wasn’t. He added, “This is grabbing someone in the street who has done nothing wrong and killing them, and if that’s what we’re doing — I’ve already seen you do it today — that’s why any of us are even here right now. Most of us would rather be doing what we love to do on a Saturday morning.” Speaking with CBS News Minnesota, Allen noted the ongoing tensions between residents and ICE agents have become “life or death.” He continues: “This is real… You could die just for saying, ‘I don’t like this.’” Allen, a longtime community organizer, says he went to the protest to voice his “hurt and pain” and exercise his First Amendment right. “I just don’t think it’s cool to kill people on the street.”

At 79, Grady Demond Wilson, who gained popularity for his role as Lamont on Sanford and Son, has passed away. TMZ spoke with Wilson’s son, who revealed that the actor was pronounced dead on Friday (Jan.30) at his home in Palm Springs, California. “I loved him. He was a great man,” he said. According to the outlet, Wilson passed away due to complications from cancer. However, there was no information given about what specific cancer Wilson had been diagnosed with. Sanford and Son was a popular 1970s NBC sitcom starring the late comedian Redd Foxx and Wilson, who professionally went by Demond. Foxx portrayed the loud-mouth patriarch, Fred G. Sanford, who was a widower and junk dealer, whereas Wilson played his soft-spoken, peacemaker son, Lamont Sanford. American actors Red Foxx (1922 – 1991) (left) Demond Wilson in a still from the television series, ‘Sanford And Son,’ c. 1974. (Photo by NBC Television/Courtesy of Getty Images) Wilson spent his early career as a broadway actor and trained dancer Wilson was born in 1946 in Valdosta, Georgia, but grew up in New York City, where he studied tap dance and ballet. He made his Broadway debut at only four years of age. By the age of 12, he was performing at Harlem’s Apollo Theater. As a young man, he pledged his service to the United States Army and served in Vietnam. After being wounded, he returned home, working on several Broadway and off-Broadway stage productions, before setting his sights on Hollywood. Following his role on Sanford and Son, Wilson starred in another sitcom, ABC’s The New Odd Couple. The show worked as an updated version of the iconic 70s series, The Odd Couple. However, unlike its predecessor, this series primarily focused on an African-American cast. Wilson portrayed Oscar Madison, the easy-going, sloppy character, whereas Felix Unger, the uptight neatfreak, was portrayed by actor Ron Glass. However, the show would only last one season amid a Hollywood writers’ strike that was taking place at the time. Wilson would also land a small role on the big screen in the 1993 comedy-drama film Me and the Kid.

Michael “5000” Watts has passed away at the age of 52, according to reports. Watts, a DJ and pioneer of Houston’s hip-hop scene, was the founder and president of Swishahouse alongside OG Ron C and G-Dash. In a statement released on Friday (Jan.30), Watts’ family confirmed the news of his death. “It is with profound sadness and heartbreak that we inform the public of our beloved Michael ‘5000’ Watts. On Jan. 30, 2026, Watts transitioned surrounded by loved ones,” the statement reads. “We truly appreciate the love shown to Michael throughout his career, and we ask for continued prayers as we navigate through this very hard journey.” Watts is survived by five children, two grandchildren, and his wife, Tammie. “His legacy and career started at the age of 14, and he continued his success as a business owner, DJ, radio personality, founder and owner of Swishahouse and pillar in the community,” the statement continues. A community event to honor his legacy is currently in the works, and details will be shared in the coming days via Watts’ social media pages. View this post on Instagram “Watts Was More Than A Founder, He Was A Movement” OG Ron C spoke with ABC 13 Houston about Watts’ passing in a statement, noting that Watts was more than a founder; he was a “movement.” “As the creator of Swishahouse Records, he helped define the sound, spirit, and global influence of Houston hip-hop. From the streets of Houston to international stages, Watts expanded on Houston’s chopped and screwed legacy, transforming mixtape culture into a worldwide phenomenon and giving a platform to voices that would go on to shape an era,” the statement reads. Ron noted that Watts helped to introduce and elevate “countless” artists, DJs, and producers. He says Watts built a brand that “stood for authenticity, independence, and cultural pride.” The statement continued: “Swishahouse became synonymous with innovation, hustle, and community, producing legendary mixtapes, shaping radio culture, and influencing generations of artists across hip-hop and beyond. His work helped put Houston on the global music map and cemented the city’s place as a cornerstone of American music history.”

Actor Billy Porter didn’t mince words when asked his opinion on Nicki Minaj’s public support of Donald Trump. “F—k her,” said Porter (several times) while on the red carpet for the MusiCares’ 2026 Person of the Year Gala. Porter, who’d been speaking with Hollywood Unlocked, made it clear he’s not a fan of Nicki Minaj’s shift toward the far-right. “When people show you who they are the first time,” Porter says. “Believe them.” He then went on to shame Minaj, as well as the other celebrities who’ve been aligning themselves with Trump. “I’m out,” Porter says, implying that any support he had for Minaj has gone out the window. Billy Porter talking about Nicki Minaj “F* her.” pic.twitter.com/2zyPWsexxU — Blackish Press (@blackishpress) January 31, 2026 Nicki Minaj and Don Lemon Trade Shots Porter isn’t the only public figure to call out Nicki Minaj’s support of Donald Trump. Not long ago, former CNN Anchor Don Lemon and Minaj became embroiled in a heated back-and-forth online. It all started after Lemon covered a story on a group of protestors who stormed a Minnesota church after it was discovered that one of its pastors had ties to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Lemon, who had been reporting via his livestream, confronted a pastor about the church’s connections to the group. Not long after the clip began to circulate online, it somehow reached Nicki Minaj’s timeline. Minaj called the long-time journalist a “c—cksucker,” and pleaded for him to be jailed. “DON ‘COCK SUCKIN’ LEMON IS DISGUSTING. HOW DARE YOU?” she wrote in an X post. I WANT THAT THUG IN JAIL!!!!! HE WOULD NEVER DO THAT TO ANY OTHER RELIGION. LOCK HIM UP!!!!!” Lemon told TMZ he’s not “surprised” about Nicki’s actions. “[She] does not understand journalism and is weighing in on matters that are above her capacity.”