Hello November!

It’s that season when many are beginning to reflect on the year, recapping achievements, progress made, and setting new goals for the future. For celebrities with birthdays this month, it’s also a time to celebrate another lap around the sun!

From icons who have been inspiring us for years to rising stars on the come up, each of these examples of black excellence are worth highlighting. Beyond the big screen, concert stages, and arenas, these are culture-shapers, advocates for change, and voices for the underrepresented, whether they’ve broken records, won awards, or used their platform for social change. 

These individuals have enriched our lives in more ways than a few, so it’s time for us to wish a very happy birthday to the Scorpio and Sagittarius crew! 

Scorpios born in November are intense, passionate, and deeply intuitive. They have a magnetic presence and an air of mystery that draws people toward them. Known for their emotional depth, Scorpios are fiercely loyal to those they care about and are not afraid to confront challenges head-on. Their determination and resourcefulness make them natural problem-solvers, but their intensity can sometimes lead to a tendency to be secretive or overly protective. Scorpios are also highly perceptive, often picking up on emotions and motives that others might miss, which makes them both empathetic and strategic in their interactions.

Sagittarius individuals born in November are known for their adventurous spirit and boundless optimism. They are natural explorers, always seeking new experiences and knowledge, which makes them incredibly curious and open-minded. Their fiery energy is contagious, and they often inspire those around them with their enthusiasm and zest for life. However, their love for freedom and independence can sometimes make them appear restless or commitment-averse. Sagittarians are also known for their honesty, often speaking their minds with refreshing candor, though this can occasionally come across as bluntness.

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For Atlanta-based entrepreneur Keisha McCotry, losing her job wasn’t simply another professional setback. It challenged her confidence, reopened emotional wounds, and ultimately inspired her to create a resource she couldn’t find for herself.

After spending more than 20 years building brands for major companies including Google, Netflix and Disney, McCotry launched Zelmwell, an emotional regulation wellness app designed for adults navigating attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), rejection sensitivity and emotional overwhelm.

However, the road from corporate executive to tech founder required McCotry to confront challenges that even her extensive professional experience couldn’t prepare her for.

In an exclusive interview with BOSSIP’s very own Lauryn Bass, McCotry opened up about navigating unemployment, receiving an ADHD diagnosis in her 40s, and discovering what it truly means to bet on yourself.

“Let’s be clear. This is my fourth layoff,” McCotry said when asked whether losing her job changed how she viewed her value. “I think for me when you have 20 years of experience and being promoted in these positions and then for a whole year being told that you’re not good enough, put that on top of someone who has ADHD and RSD.”

Despite the challenges, McCotry said she remains committed to discussing her experiences openly.

“I am an open book because I want to empower more people.”

Behind The Corporate Success Was A Woman Learning To Understand Herself

Although McCotry built an impressive career in marketing and communications, she says that her ADHD diagnosis didn’t come until she was 45.

“I was diagnosed at 45, in my 40s. After I had built my successful career in marketing,” she explained. “What people saw as success, they didn’t know what that took out of me.”

McCotry admitted that therapy wasn’t something she initially embraced. However, an employer-sponsored benefit eventually encouraged her to seek support.

“I wasn’t originally one that believe in therapy but at the time, one of my jobs offered coverage and it was free-99,” she joked.

During those sessions, McCotry began connecting experiences from her childhood with emotional patterns she had carried into adulthood.

“It took my breath away as my therapist was explaining things I was talking about,” she said.

McCotry recalled being called a “cry baby” as a child because of her emotional reactions. Growing up in a Black household where faith was central, she said prayer was often the response to personal difficulties.

“I grew up in a household where you went to church and prayed with God for everything in a Black Household.”

McCotry also revealed that she survived sexual assault and had sought therapy approximately 15 years earlier, when she received a diagnosis she described as “high functioning depression.”

Her experiences have made her particularly passionate about challenging the stigma surrounding mental health.

Pointing to public conversations involving entertainers such as Tisha Campbell, McCotry said she appreciates seeing more people use their platforms to discuss emotional wellness.

“Just to see that more people in general using their platforms to talk about it, like Tisha Campbell’s press tour or the new A Different World,” she said. “I want people to know that nothing is wrong with you. I want them to unarm and disarm the fear. It’s 2026 and taking care of your mental health and your brain is just not important if not the most.”

For McCotry, those conversations are especially important for Black women who may feel obligated to maintain an image of strength even when struggling privately.

“We make it look cute. You never know what’s going on in our heads,” she said. “When we show up, it’s like a caricature of ourselves. We’re highly successful and doing all of the things. But once we get out of your presence, we’re spiraling.”

McCotry said those internal struggles often remain invisible to colleagues, friends and family.

“You don’t know how this is affecting me behind closed doors. You can’t show emotion especially as a Black woman trying to regulate. We get the job done and you don’t know why this is happening until you get your diagnoses.”

Eight Months Of Job Searching Led To A Life-Changing Idea

According to McCotry, the idea for Zelmwell emerged approximately eight months into her unemployment journey.

“For those of us with ADHD, our mind never stops racing,” she said. “I still remember when I was 8 months in, applying for jobs and my mind was like, Keisha you are spiraling.”

Searching for a way to manage those feelings, McCotry turned to Apple’s App Store.

“I went to the App Store to see if there was a platform or program for people with ADHD and RSD, I saw 50 million apps to help organize but none were for me.”

That experience sparked a realization: While productivity tools were widely available, she struggled to find a resource addressing the emotional experiences she associated with ADHD.

Rather than continuing her search, McCotry began exploring how to create one herself.

“I have 8 certifications in AI. I utilized all of my skills and wanted to see if there was a need in the market for this,” she said.

Although she had never founded a software company, McCotry recognized that her professional background could help her approach product development strategically.

“Before this was easily accessible I never knew that I could be an app developer. I come from a marketing background,” she said. “I know color psychology and my experiences with Google. I already knew what I needed my app to look like. I used AI to help as a product developer.”

McCotry said the idea ultimately came together during an emotionally overwhelming evening.

“One of those nights when I was overwhelmed, one of my lightbulbs went off,” she said. 

According to Zelmwell’s launch announcement, McCotry began developing the platform in March 2026. The process required six months, 18 builds, a redesigned onboarding experience, and six rejected App Store submissions before approval.

The finished app allows users to document emotionally difficult experiences, identify possible triggers, reflect on thought patterns, and access calming soundscapes.

It also includes exercises informed by cognitive behavioral therapy principles and downloadable session summaries that users can share with mental health professionals.

Even A Founder Still Experiences Rejection

While Zelmwell was inspired by McCotry’s personal experiences, she told BOSSIP that the platform has also become a resource in her everyday life.

In fact, she recently experienced another professional disappointment after becoming a finalist for a communications position.

According to McCotry, the role called for more than 15 years of public relations experience and familiarity with artificial intelligence, qualifications she believed aligned with her background.

She referenced her work involving Google’s Gemini as an example of her experience.

“I went through 4 rounds of interviews and when I didn’t get the job, I began to spiral,” she said.

However, this time she had access to the resource she had created.

“I went to my app and did the custom meditations. I also did the soundscape afterwards to keep me calm now that I understand my brain,” she said. 

The experience reinforced her belief that emotional wellness requires ongoing attention, even after someone develops a greater understanding of their mental health.

Still, McCotry was careful to distinguish Zelmwell from professional treatment.

“My app is a wellness app only, it doesn’t replace a therapist,” she emphasized.

She explained that users can download summaries of their emotional experiences to discuss during therapy appointments.

For McCotry, professional support has remained essential throughout her journey.

When asked who helped her through moments when she didn’t feel strong, her answer was immediate.

“Honestly, my therapist. My therapist. I’ve been with her since I was diagnosed. She’s who I lean on the most,” she said. “Yes I can go to my mom or other people for support but even when I explain what ADHD is, they want to help but they don’t have the tools.”

Her experiences have strengthened her commitment to making emotional wellness resources more accessible while encouraging people to seek support from qualified professionals.

Entrepreneurship Taught McCotry A Different Kind Of Hustle

Despite her decades of corporate experience, McCotry admitted that entrepreneurship has introduced an entirely different set of responsibilities.

“I think the biggest thing, of course when you have a job, you’re going to show up and want to shine and grow,” she said. “But there’s a different type of tenacity, want and hunger in entrepreneurship.”

McCotry said working for herself has changed how she approaches both professional ambition and personal responsibility.

“When you think about the future and the type of life that you want for yourself. The want to work harder for yourself, there’s a lot from a negative perspective as well.”

While traditional employment may offer more defined working hours, she noted that business ownership can make it difficult to disconnect.

“When you’re corporate you’re working 9-5 and then you’re off. The mental toll as an entrepreneur, you’re always on. There’s a different hunger, but the way you’re managing your mental is also different because you’re working harder for yourself than you’d work for anybody else.”

Even the name Zelmwell reflects McCotry’s marketing background and commitment to creating a recognizable wellness brand.

“Zen gives you peace. Zen gives you calm. I wanted my company to communicate calm,” she said. “I was needing a differentiation like other companies like Netflix and Hulu who have made up names that would stick from a marketing perspective.”

For McCotry, the result is a platform that combines her professional expertise with her lived experiences.

Her Message To Black Women: Find Your Community And Remember You’re Not Alone

McCotry’s journey also comes amid broader concerns about Black women’s employment and economic stability.

The company’s announcement cited nearly 600,000 Black women being economically sidelined through job loss, unemployment and workforce exits in 2025, underscoring the challenges the founder hopes her story will help illuminate.

When asked what advice she would offer Black women with extensive experience and qualifications who continue encountering professional rejection, McCotry emphasized the importance of community.

“Number one, find your community,” she said. “With that being said, there has been so many that have come up for black woman who have lost their jobs. There are so many articles.”

She said communities of Black women have created spaces to exchange professional opportunities and provide encouragement during difficult career transitions. She has her own platform and space called “Life As Keisha” on Substack, where a column titled “Broken Bougie: A Survival Guide for Formerly Successful Black Women,” helped insight conversation.

“In these communities, we’re sharing job opportunities. But even from a mental perspective, you can know sis, you are not alone.”

McCotry also stressed that building a business isn’t necessarily the right path for everyone.

“Entrepreneurship isn’t for everybody and that’s okay,” she said. “There are black women in 9-5s as well but if you are wanting to work for yourself, I am an advocate for AI.”

For women considering entrepreneurship, she encouraged learning about available technology and surrounding themselves with people who understand their experiences.

“Root yourself in community, we’re all we got. They’re out there,” she said. 

Zelmwell Is About More Than An App

While McCotry hopes Zelmwell continues to grow, her ultimate goal isn’t simply to establish another successful technology company.

Instead, she wants people navigating ADHD and emotional challenges to recognize that needing support doesn’t diminish their worth.

When asked what she hopes someone feels differently about themselves after using Zelmwell, McCotry returned to the message that inspired her journey.

“That there’s nothing wrong with me and I’m okay. I just didn’t have the tools to know how to function. There’s nothing wrong with me.”

For Black women navigating career uncertainty, her message is rooted in self-understanding, community, and the possibility of finding a new direction without abandoning their ambitions.

Zelmwell is available for free through Apple’s App Store, with premium access offered at $9.99 monthly or $79.99 annually following a seven-day free trial.

Readers can learn more about the platform at Zelmwell.com or download Zelmwell through the App Store.

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The blue carpet was overflowing with star power as some of the biggest names across music, television, philanthropy, entertainment and beyond came together for the 2026 EBONY Power 100 gala on Nov. 9. From this year’s honorees to special guests, the evening brought together influential voices and cultural trailblazers for a night celebrating Black excellence, impact and achievement. And the style? One word: sensational.

Tisha Campbell

Pretty Vee was on the scene, emceeing live from the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles and catching up with some of the night’s biggest stars. Among them was the evening’s host, Tisha Campbell, who gave a closer look at her show-stopping custom gown, created by designer Anthony Lattimore. While on the blue carpet, the 58-year-old actress shared her excitement for the evening’s performances, including appearances by Kirk Franklin and Brandy, who was honored this year in The Court for her contributions across music, television and culture.

“We’re celebrating the culture tonight,” Tisha Campbell proudly declared.

Brandy said she felt “blessed” to be honored this year.

Brandy also stopped to chat with Pretty Vee, sharing her excitement and gratitude for being recognized among this year’s honorees.

“I feel blessed. I feel surreal. I’m just so thankful to be here tonight.”

Coco Jones

Coco Jones stunned in a breathtaking corset gown, completing the look with silver heels. The musician opted for delicate strappy sandal heels that featured a sleek silhouette, complementing her statement ensemble. Her gown featured an embellished white lattice skirt and bodice, contrasted by a black lace bustier that had her looking snatched and gorgeous.

Love Island stars Aniya Harvey, JaNa Craig and Trinity Tatum

Love Island stars Aniya Harvey, JaNa Craig and Trinity Tatum brought their star power and collective girl power to the blue carpet, turning heads in gorgeous gowns.

Serena Page spoke about the challenges of being a Black woman in reality TV.

Love Island Season 6 winners Serena Page and Kordell Beckham brought their signature style and undeniable chemistry to the blue carpet. Page turned heads in a stunning silver Do Long gown featuring a dramatic fishtail train, while the couple kept close, holding hands as they posed for photographers.

During an interview with GMA, Page had an encouraging message for Black women navigating the entertainment industry, urging them to “keep doing you boo!” Reflecting on her experience in reality television, she acknowledged the challenges of being a Black woman on screen and facing “different standards.” Despite the challenge, Page stressed that it was important for her and those following in her footsteps to stay true to themselves and never lose sight of their authenticity.

But the celebrity star power didn’t stop there. Hit the flip to see more highlights from the 2026 EBONY Power 100 Gala.

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In a conversation with US Weekly, Osefo opened up about the trying time in their lives as they navigate the choppy waters of federal charges and how Eddie has been her rock through it all.

“I’ve been on the show seven seasons, and I feel like I’ve had that [thought] a few times. But this time, it was a resounding, ‘Do I even want to go back? Do I even want to put myself in this position?’ I think if it was left up to me, my answer would have been no. But the people around me and my loved ones were like, ‘No, your story doesn’t end here,’ and so I came back.”

She continued,

“He’s always a cheerleader for me, and naturally, as my husband, I spoke with him and said, ‘What do you think? Should I go back?’ He says, ‘Yeah, I definitely think you should go back. I think that your story does not end here, and just see it through.’”

Wendy Osefo Says Her Marriage To Eddie Is ‘Stronger Than Ever’

Wendy echoed those sentiments during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, where she insisted that the couple’s marriage has only grown stronger amid their legal troubles.

“Oh, we are stronger than ever,” she told Cohen on Sunday. “That is my ride or die.”

When asked how their relationship had improved, Wendy acknowledged that things weren’t always easy.

“In the beginning, it was hard, and that’s what you guys saw,” she explained, noting that being a Housewife means allowing cameras to capture whatever is happening in her life. “At the time, we were going through a rough time.”

Cohen also asked whether she believed the couple would emerge from their legal battle stronger, regardless of the outcome.

“Yes, I put that on everything,” Wendy declared. “We’re coming out of it together.”

The reality star also shared an update on their children, revealing that they’re doing well despite the family’s circumstances. She acknowledged that the children are aware of the situation to varying degrees, with their oldest being the most informed.

As for her mother, whose relationship with Eddie has previously been a point of tension on #RHOP, Wendy said her priority is now the family’s well-being.

“My mom just wants the well-being and happiness of all of us, of our household,” she said, adding that her mother continues to help around their home and remains a strong supporter.

Wendy And Eddie Osefo Face Multiple Fraud Charges

As BOSSIP previously reported, Wendy and Eddie were indicted by a grand jury on multiple fraud-related charges in Carroll County, Maryland.

The case stems from an alleged April 2024 burglary at the couple’s home, during which they reported more than $450,000 worth of jewelry and luxury items stolen.

However, investigators questioned their account after Wendy was reportedly seen wearing a diamond anniversary ring that had been listed among the missing property. Authorities also alleged that other items reported stolen had previously been purchased and returned.

The investigation resulted in 16 counts against Wendy and 18 against Eddie.

The allegations have not been proven in court, and the couple is scheduled to stand trial in January 2027.

For now, Wendy is standing firmly beside her husband, maintaining that whatever happens next, they’ll face it together.

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Is the alleged R&Beef over? It certainly seems that way, as fans are celebrating Chris Brown and Usher seemingly putting their differences aside and reuniting on stage during The R&B Tour’s star-studded Atlanta show on November 8. The unexpected moment comes after the two superstars reportedly had a verbal disagreement over the concert’s start time on night one of their five ATL stops, following heavy traffic that delayed fans’ arrival — something Atlanta concertgoers know all too well.

By Night 3 (Nov. 8), the pair appeared to be back on good terms, ending the show together with a performance of “New Flame.”

Their impressive chemistry, synchronized moves, and onstage camaraderie had fans wondering whether the rumored tension was officially behind them.

According to TMZ, the reunion followed another memorable moment on Night 2, when clips circulating on social media showed the singers performing “Back to Sleep” from platforms positioned at opposite ends of the stage. The two reportedly also performed their remix of “It Depends,” giving fans even more reason to believe the relationship between them may be back on track.

However, not everyone is convinced that all the tension has disappeared

However, a few social media detectives weren’t convinced all the tension had simmered. Some fans couldn’t help but notice a potentially shady moment during Night 3 after Chris Brown brought out Gabrielle Cheyenne — the same woman who went viral earlier this year for seemingly curving Usher during his own performance.

According to footage obtained by Hollywood Unlocked and Hungry Homegirl, Breezy was seen performing “Take You Down” while serenading Cheyenne, as she stood with her hands wrapped around what appeared to be a stripper pole.

For context, Usher previously brought Cheyenne on stage during The R&B Tour in July. However, the moment took an awkward turn when she appeared stiff and seemingly uninterested, prompting Usher to send her off stage. Cheyenne later suggested she would have been much more receptive if Chris Brown had been the one serenading her, saying she would have been less “stiff.”

Fast-forward to Atlanta, and Cheyenne appeared to be enjoying herself at Chris Brown’s show. She even shared footage of the experience on her Instagram Stories, while Brown himself reposted a photo of her having a great time on stage.

Coincidence? Or a little friendly shade? Either way, Usher has yet to publicly respond to the seemingly petty moment.

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In a new interview with the Associated Press, Hardwick was asked whether he knew at the time that Kemp, Power’s creator, was allegedly trying to write his character out. He did not deny that something changed behind the scenes.

“There was definitely a shift,” Hardwick said. “Oftentimes the most talented people are treated not necessarily the greatest.”

Even with that acknowledgment, Hardwick made it clear he was not looking to take sides in the public back-and-forth between 50 Cent and Courtney Kemp.

“I never said anything, did I?” he asked, and the interviewer replied, “No, you didn’t.” He then added, “I always rock with 50. I always pray for Courtney.”

According To 50 Cent, Courtney Kemp Wanted Ghost Killed Off Earlier

The latest drama follows 50 Cent’s October interview with Variety, where he accused Power creator Courtney Kemp of taking too much credit for the STARZ series and claimed he was instrumental in expanding the franchise. He also alleged that Kemp had inappropriate relationships with cast and crew members, an accusation he has not publicly substantiated. He also claimed Kemp wanted Ghost killed off as early as Season 3.

Kemp pushed back, disputing his account of their working relationship and emphasizing that while 50 helped bring Power to television, she created and wrote the series.

Now 50’s got more to say after Hardwick’s interview. The perpetually petty rapper reposted the clip on X and seemingly took another swipe at Kemp.

“Small a** in a BIG seat, she forgot I hired her,” he wrote, adding that Hardwick kept it real and declaring, “we hit the bullseye with POWER.”

The post appears to be aimed at Kemp, though he did not tag her.

As for Omari Hardwick, he’s had his own friction with 50 over the years.

The rapper previously said,

“I think [Omari] overvalues himself, to be honest with you,” and confirmed the two were no longer on the best terms.

In 2022, Hardwick said on “The Pivot” podcast that he made $150,000 per episode, which he felt was not enough for being the main attraction of Starz.

That detail adds context to 50’s comments about pay and ego, even if Hardwick’s recent answer was much more measured.

Nevertheless, Hardwick did not endorse either side’s version of events.

Power ended in 2020, but the franchise has continued with multiple spinoffs, and the passion around its characters has not faded. Ghost remains one of the most recognizable roles in modern TV drama.

Courtney Kemp has not publicly responded to Hardwick’s comments or 50 Cent’s latest post, leaving the dispute over Power’s creative credit unresolved for now.

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We’re here to catch you up on everything that went down in weeks two and three of everybody’s favorite TikTok thriller, Power & Influence. The secrets are spilling, but nobody’s telling the truth. With each new episode, we’re rocked by new bombshells and pulled deeper into the mystery.

Spoiler alert! If you haven’t reached episode 12 yet, go catch up on the microseries, and we’ll meet you back here to unpack the scandal.

Let’s Get Into It: Power & Influence Episodes 5-12

In episode five, it’s clear that Zuri’s past is starting to catch up with her. As the new girl in the office, people are starting to wonder about the AI specialist’s secret history. Already at the center of Metropolitan’s PR nightmare, Zuri is forced to accept that she can’t trust anyone but herself.

Metropolitan fights to save its reputation as Atlanta’s gossip scene eats up the drama. Zuri receives a cryptic message from Brittany Blue, a name she recognizes from her past. She finds a note attached to a flash drive on her car, revealing that the racy footage of her and CEO Nia Whitmore was indeed an AI-generated deepfake created to stir up trouble at the agency.

In episode eight, Metropolitan is blindsided once again when another shocking photo surfaces revealing Nia’s secret relationship with Ray, the agency’s creative director. Chris, Nia’s husband and Metropolitan co-founder, is outraged over the affair. Nia, desperate to defuse the situation and save her relationship with Chris, turns on Ray and accuses him of being the one behind the leaks threatening to bring down the agency. Betrayed and angry, Ray reflects on the years of shady dealings he’d witnessed at the firm and vows to make Metropolitan pay.

The future of the agency is threatened when Metropolitan’s celebrity clientele jump ship to distance themselves from the controversy. Nia fumes over losing her biggest clients as Chris tries pushing the AI rebrand again, convinced that betting on artificial intelligence will put the agency back on top. 

As Metropolitan is rocked by wave after wave of bad press, COO Amina tries to get the agency back on track. She introduces Dominic Wells as the solution to Metropolitan’s woes, and he offers to acquire the firm to save it from going under. But Nia isn’t having it and rejects the offer. Meanwhile, Zuri recognizes Dominic from a life she left behind and is shook, worried that the mysterious mogul will ruin her future by airing her past.

The power is shifting, and no secret is safe. Are you caught up yet?

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According to AP, Colom led Hyde-Smith by 2,574 votes, with approximately 97% of expected ballots counted. Outstanding absentee and affidavit ballots could determine the outcome ahead of a Tuesday, Nov. 10, deadline.

A statewide victory would make Colom Mississippi’s first Black U.S. senator since Reconstruction. However, as Mississippi awaits its final results, voting rights advocates say confusion surrounding the counting process and voter registration records is creating additional challenges for voters and election observers.

Ballot Monitors Report Obstacles As Mississippi Counts Votes

In Capital B News, volunteer ballot monitors across Mississippi have reported difficulty accessing counting locations, obtaining accurate schedules and observing election officials as they review outstanding ballots.

Natt Offiah, director of organizing for the People’s Advocacy Institute, told the outlet that he and a colleague were repeatedly redirected while attempting to observe ballot counting in Madison County. After arriving at the circuit clerk’s office, they discovered the building was under construction and spent hours searching for the correct location.

“There is no standardized process for counting. Each county can pick and choose when they want to start counting. So, we’re running into this runaround issue,” Offiah said.

Similar concerns emerged in DeSoto County, where organizer Kelly Jacobs alleged that election officials initially prevented her from observing ballot processing. Capital B reported that public observation was eventually permitted, although Jacobs said work had already begun.

DeSoto County Election Commissioner Laura Edler disputed allegations that observers were denied access, telling the outlet that members of the public were actively watching the process.

The Mississippi secretary of state’s office also clarified that state law allows public observation when election commissioners announce whether affidavit ballots are accepted or rejected. However, preliminary reviews to determine voter eligibility are not subject to the same public access requirements.

Capital B reports that beyond monitoring concerns, Mississippi’s voter roll maintenance practices have raised questions about whether eligible voters were mistakenly classified as inactive.

In Capital B, the secretary of state’s office paid $50,000 to use unverified commercial data from credit bureau Experian to update voter registration records ahead of the election. Thousands of voters were subsequently moved to inactive status, contributing to concerns about the number of affidavit ballots requiring additional review.

One DeSoto County voter, Rachel Madden, told Capital B that she discovered her registration had been marked inactive after waiting approximately an hour to vote on Election Day.

Despite never changing her address, Madden said she was instructed to cast an affidavit ballot and travel approximately 25 minutes to the courthouse to correct her registration.

Once there, Madden learned that records indicated she had moved to Memphis, Tennessee, a claim she disputed. Although her address was corrected and she received a new voter registration card, she said she encountered additional difficulties confirming whether her ballot would count.

“Even in person that day, they were not helpful. If I had not insisted, I don’t think they would have done it. I just don’t think that’s fair or right,” Madden said. 

Edler told the outlet that voters flagged for address changes must resolve the issue to restore their active registration status.

According to Capital B, the NAACP and other voting rights organizations have deployed legal personnel and volunteers across Mississippi to monitor the counting process and advocate for transparency.

Colom’s Lead Widens As Critical Ballot Deadline Approaches

While voting rights advocates raise concerns about election procedures, MS.NOW reports that the remaining ballots could determine one of Mississippi’s most closely watched Senate races.

MS.Now states that the Secretary of State Michael Watson said 11,202 affidavit ballots had been processed as of Friday, Nov. 6, with approximately 78% accepted. Watson acknowledged that his office did not know how many remained outstanding, while Colom’s campaign estimated that as many as 15,000 affidavit ballots could have been cast statewide.

The uncertainty comes as Mississippi approaches its Nov. 10 deadline for verifying affidavit ballots and receiving eligible absentee ballots postmarked by Election Day.

Colom criticized the state’s voting restrictions, telling MS.NOW that he had repeatedly advocated for early voting and making Election Day a federal holiday.

“We got to make voting accessible in this country,” Colom said.

Watson defended Mississippi’s election security measures, maintaining that the procedures were designed to prevent ineligible voting.

“We have implemented every available resource to ensure our elections are secure, and to ensure we do not have dead people, illegal aliens with fake addresses, or nonresidents voting in our elections,” Watson said in a statement.

Meanwhile, both Senate campaigns have deployed attorneys as they prepare for potential legal challenges. According to MS.NOW, Mississippi does not have a general statutory recount procedure for the race, although a court can order one.

Hyde-Smith’s campaign expressed confidence that outstanding ballots from Republican-leaning counties would strengthen her position.

“We believe thousands of votes remain to be counted from dozens of Republican counties, and we are confident those votes will reinforce her path to victory,” her campaign said.

Colom also expressed confidence in his campaign’s position, telling MS.NOW, “I know that absentee and affidavits trend Democratic. We’re going to win.”

Colom Makes History In County Named After KKK Leader

While Mississippi’s statewide results remain uncertain, Colom has already made history in a county with deep ties to the Confederacy.

According to NewsOne, citing the Mississippi Free Press, Colom flipped Forrest County, which is named after Nathan Bedford Forrest, a Confederate general, slave trader and the Ku Klux Klan’s first grand wizard.

With approximately 97% of the county’s votes counted, Colom led Hyde-Smith 54% to 44%, marking a significant political shift from the 2024 presidential election, when President Donald Trump carried the county 58% to 40%.

The result is particularly notable given Forrest County’s history surrounding Black voting rights.

NewsOne reports that residents narrowly rejected a proposal to remove a Confederate monument outside the county courthouse in Hattiesburg in 2020. The monument, erected in 1910, stands across from a memorial honoring Vernon Dahmer, a civil rights activist murdered after Ku Klux Klan members firebombed his home in 1966.

Dahmer, who fought to expand Black voter registration in Mississippi, is remembered through a statement engraved on his memorial: “If you don’t vote, you don’t count.”

NewsOne also highlighted Hattiesburg’s role in the 1964 Freedom Summer movement, when organizers established freedom schools and fought discriminatory voter registration practices that prevented Black Mississippians from exercising their constitutional rights.

More than six decades later, Colom’s performance in Forrest County adds historical significance to an election already drawing national attention.

For now, the statewide race remains undecided, with election officials continuing to review outstanding ballots ahead of Tuesday’s deadline.

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Hip-Hop History Month is in full swing, and we’ll be looking at the culture from all perspectives as the annual celebration commences.

One thing we took major notice of was JAŸ-Z in 8, the docuseries that HBO Max aired last month, featuring an eight-episode breakdown from Hov himself on how the lyrics in his songs spell out the keys to his life story. Rarely do we see the Brooklyn-bred rap king speak in such detail on his illustrious backstory, particularly as it relates to his catalog, and it ultimately proved to be must-watch TV.

RELATED: 8 Iconic Hip-Hop Artists That Need To Make A Comeback

The art of a good hip-hop docuseries does more than just recall the history of its subject. The ones worth watching give a deeper look into how they impacted the culture overall, particularly in spotlighting the highs and lows of their evolution in the game. The storytelling aspect of it all gives audiences a deeper understanding of the genre’s origins and the communities that used it as a platform to express their experiences, struggles and creativity. By exploring topics such as social inequality, identity, entrepreneurship, competition and artistic innovation, these series have the ability to reveal the deeper meaning behind the music. They also give viewers an opportunity to understand the challenges and triumphs that have shaped our hip-hop heroes across different generations.

Being that JAŸ-Z in 8 was so enjoyable, we thought up a handful of other rap icons who would make for perfect subjects across a multi-episode docuseries. While it’s arguable that all rappers have a dynamic story to tell, some stars simply have a greater story to share with the world.

Keep scrolling for a look at which emcees we think should be next to receive a hip-hop docuseries:

DJ Kool Herc

We can’t think of a better place to start than with the Father of Hip-Hop himself.

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Kandi Burruss has long cemented herself into the pantheon of great songwriters and now she may be headed to the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame to make it official.

The Grammy-award winning singer and songwriter took to her Instagram to the share the good news with her supporters amid a year fraught with accusations, rumors and character attacks. Tearfully, Burruss shared an emotional sentiment while making the announcement saying,

“It’s been so much crazy stuff being said about me over this past year that sometimes, it’s real heavy, and I keep moving,” Kandi shared. “What God got for you is still gon’ happen. It’s still meant for you.”

Her comments were flooded with support from celebrities and fans alike as she expressed her appreciation.

“I’m feeling SO GOOD,” she said. “Thanks for all the love yall! Seriously. All the positive vibes are making my heart smile! I can’t believe I’m a nominee for the SONGWRITER’S HALL OF FAME!!!!!! I’m screaming!!!”

Kandi has spent her entire career penning hits for herself and other artists including Destiny’s Child’s ‘Bills, Bills, Bills’ and NSYNC’s ‘It Makes Me Ill.’ She also has writing credits on TLC’s ‘No Scrubs,’ Pink’s ‘There You Go,’ and Usher’s Pop Ya Collar. And when it comes to her own group, XScape, she and Tiny have always put their pens to work.

She and her group members hit the stage for a So So Def time at Chris Brown and Usher’s R&B Tour night two in Atlanta, after an alleged rift between the two singers caused night one to be a disappointment for many concertgoers. And the crowd gave her her flowers once again for being one of the pioneers of hip hop and R&B.

Kandi’s year has been full of brushing off unfounded allegations from her former husband, Todd Tucker, amid their split about the intimate details of their marriage, much of which she’s written off as his attempt to spin their split into a check. So, she categorized this win as proof that she’s covered by the big man upstairs.

Congratulations, Kandi!!

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Jordyn Woods just reminded us why we’ll never get tired of wearing chocolate brown in the fall, even when slaying the red carpet. The trendsetter and recent newlywed went brown from head to toe at the 2026 LACMA Art+Film Gala on Nov. 7, matching her deep caramel-highlighted hair to a sparkling lace Gucci column gown and brown strappy sandals.

Her designer dress featured a mock neck design, long sleeves and a sheer mesh overlay with a fitted lining underneath. Flecks of copper sparkle ran from the collar to the floor-length hem. The piece was tailored to perfection, chic, yet sultry, hugging her every curve.

Sis looked flawless.

Jordyn Woods Is Keeping Things Warm On And Off The Carpet

Her monochromatic moment comes in the middle of a busy season. Jordyn is fresh off her first Woods by Jordyn pop-up, which brought the brand to SoHo over Halloween weekend. The two-day shop at Shopify NY marked the label’s first physical retail experience.

Fans who stopped by found bags and shoes in the same warm tones Jordyn wore at LACMA. The lineup includes the feathered Stunt Sandal in burgundy and brown, plus the Rev Midi Boot and Tux Clutch in burgundy croco. The Largo Tote comes in burgundy croco and burgundy leather. Her WOODS x Aniya Harvey collaboration, which launched Oct. 30, kept burgundy and brown front and center in its faux fur campaign.

The trendsetter is going warmer with her personal style and brand – and fans are eating it up.

Red Carpet Rundown: Quinta Brunson, Viola Davis And More Brought The Glamour To The 2026 LACMA

Jordyn wasn’t the only it girl serving lewks at the annual art and film activation. Several of our faves kept it classic in black and white.

Quinta Brunson gave Old Hollywood with bold baddie vibes, rocking a black Gucci halter gown with a deep cowl neckline and soft auburn waves. Viola Davis glowed in a white one-shoulder sequined gown with a sculpted ruffle at the shoulder, paired with her natural curls. Quenlin Blackwell went sleek and fierce in a strapless black Gucci gown with a wrapped bodice, a high slit, and shoulder-length braids. Jessica Williams brought a softer touch in an icy blue strapless tea-length gown with lattice embroidery and a scalloped lace hem.

Swipe through the gallery to see every look.

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Wendy Osefo is shaking up our fall fashion rotation. The Real Housewives of Potomac star hit the Watch What Happens Live clubhouse on Sunday, Nov. 8, in a sunny yellow Sergio Hudson look.

This season, most of us have been cozying up in chocolate browns, creams, burgundy, and olive green. But forever trendsetter Wendy switched it up, giving us something to gag about. She trusted a celebrity favorite to do it. Sergio Hudson always brings expert tailoring, feminine designs, and classic yet sophisticated bold styles for women.

Wendy Osefo on ‘WWHL’: Hello, Yellow!

While sitting down with Andy Cohen, the Bravo star wore a yellow sequined mini dress with thin spaghetti straps and a scoop neckline. The dress made her long, gazelle-like legs look even longer, with a short hemline that was flirty and fun.

For instant drama and style, the reality TV star topped off the mini dress with a matching floor-length duster draped over her shoulders. The varied lengths of the dress and duster turned this look from cute to fashion-forward.

She finished the look with strappy sandals featuring feathered ankle straps in yellow and cream. Alexis Bittar supplied the jewels, including stacked statement rings and long drop earrings.

Rocking a sleek, jet-black, buss-down middle part, the 42-year-old let her hair fall well past her waist. Her soft glam and glossy nude lip let the color do the talking. And the yellow glowed against her deep brown skin.

Fans and Bravo friends showed love in her Instagram comments. “Gorgeous sis!” wrote Monique Samuels. Cynthia Bailey added, “Beautiful!” Bravo chimed in with “A moment for this look!”

Wendy Osefo On ‘WWHL’: The Reality Star Gets Candid About Her Marriage In The Hot Seat

Wendy joined host Andy Cohen and ESPN analyst Monica McNutt after the newest episode of “RHOP” Season 11.

In the hot seat, Wendy told fans her marriage to her husband, Eddie Osefo, is stronger than ever. Her update marks a shift from the season premiere, when she told Eddie, “I think this has definitely been the darkest time in our marriage.”

The mom of three also opened up about what she has learned since her and Eddie’s arrest on Oct. 9, 2025. The couple faces insurance fraud charges tied to a reported 2024 burglary at their Maryland home. Both have denied wrongdoing, and their trial is set to begin in January 2027.

“The biggest thing I have learned is to cherish every moment because life can change in the blink of an eye,” she told Andy. “So I find myself like watching the clouds, looking at sunsets, looking at nature. Like I love that stuff because we take it for granted. But yeah, it’s precious.”

The past year also changed how she sees her circle. “Sometimes when you go through storms, it shows you not just who you are, but who the people around you are,” Wendy said. “And I have a very clear definition of who my people are, and also who they are not.”

Wendy says she’s learning to cherish every moment. Dressed head to toe in Sergio Hudson yellow, she gave the girls a “WWHL” moment worth cherishing too.

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According to TheJasmineBrand, insiders say the former political consultant and White House aide was recently seen filming with Dr. Simone Whitmore. The outlet’s sources also say Omarosa isn’t the only new face viewers can expect this season. It’s still unclear whether she is joining full-time or simply making a guest appearance, and Bravo has not confirmed anything.

bOmarosa, who first rose to fame on The Apprentice, already has a connection to the show. She made a virtual appearance during Season 9 in 2024, chatting with Dr. Simone and her husband about a relationship book project. Seeing her film in person with Dr. Simone suggests the relationship has grown, and it looks like she could be gearing up for a bigger role in the “Married to Medicine” universe. Whether that means a spot in the opening credits or a “friend of” role is the open question.

Reality TV fans know the franchise often tests new faces early in production before committing to full-time contracts, so an appearance alone does not guarantee a full role.

Nneka Ihim Is Also Rumored To Join The Married To Medicine Cast

The second name generating buzz is Nneka Ihim, who appeared on Season 8 of “The Real Housewives of Potomac.” Media Take Out reported in September that Nneka was filming for Season 13 in Atlanta and was being tested as one of the show’s potential new cast members. Bravo has not confirmed her involvement.

The chatter picked up recently when her husband, Dr. Ikenna Ihim, appeared alongside several of the show’s husbands in a video shared by Dr. Heavenly Kimes. Social media accounts quickly pointed to the clip as more evidence that Nneka could be making the leap from Potomac to Atlanta.

On paper, the move makes sense. “Married to Medicine” centers on medical professionals and their spouses, and Dr. Ikenna Ihim is a licensed physician. Media Take Out also reports the couple reportedly owns a home in Atlanta in addition to their property in Maryland, and they travel between the two with their young child to manage business ventures and family obligations.

Nneka would not be walking into the group as a stranger either. She is reportedly best friends with longtime cast member Toya Bush-Harris and also has a close friendship with Dr. Simone. Those relationships could give her an easy entry point into the group dynamics without feeling forced for television. Dr. Simone appears to be a common thread, since she is reportedly the one filming with Omarosa, as mentioned.

Many “RHOP” fans felt Nneka deserved more time on that show after what seemed like a chaotic first season. If these reports pan out, “Married to Medicine” could offer her a second chance at a long-term Bravo home, this time in a franchise that centers on couples and the medical world.

For now, Bravo has not announced the Season 13 cast, and neither Omarosa nor Nneka has publicly confirmed anything. Fans will have to wait for the official announcement to see who actually makes the final cut, and in what capacity.

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On Nov. 6, K. Michelle brought her debut country album Jesus & Whiskey to the National Museum of African American Music in Nashville and she had the support of her Real Housewives of Atlanta castmates…except for Shamea Morton.

Needless to say, K. Michelle is in her full promotion bag for Jesus & Whiskey and she’s taking it to the South from which she hails to make it all come together. She has the support of familiar reality TV faces like Phaedra Parks, Porsha Williams and Kelli Potter but it was the absence of her castmate, Shamea Morton, that brought her to the internet, once again.

It’s been well documented that Morton and K. Michelle have not become the best of friends since the latter joined the cast of the popular reality series. K. Michelle has accused Shamea of playing both sides and succumbing to pressure to not be friends with her from former cast member Kandi Burruss as well as Toya Johnson and rapper Rasheeda; however, Morton has said she’d be open to developing a relationship with the “Can’t Raise A Man” singer.

But it seems like that relationship isn’t likely to happen with K. Michelle clearly feeling that Morton should have come to support her in Nashville instead of hitting the Chris Brown and Usher tour to support Kandi’s appearance alongside her Xscape group members. She posted a single word in response to Morton’s loyalty to her other friend group saying, “Booooooo” on X.

Nonetheless, the excitement around Jesus & Whiskey has been building for years as many fans have been waiting for K. Michelle to dig into her country roots. Her performance alongside Jelly Roll at the 2023 Country Music Awards whetted appetites but delays in a full project made many worry that the day may never come that she’d make a full length country project. However, Jesus & Whiskey was released on Oct. 16.

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Bishop Duke On Tuesday, October 27, the night before Lagos Fashion Week officially opened, I stood at the door of Ona, wearing a custom Christie Brown and watching the room fill beyond the number of chairs we had set. Designers sat next to the women who bought their clothes. Stylists met editors. American creators Eni Popoola and Tenicka Boyd, who are here Lagos for the week, were meeting designers they had only known through Instagram and hugging the ones whose pieces already hung in their closets.

We called it A Private View by Afropolitan. It was my second year bringing a room like this together in Lagos, built around something I have come to understand: some of the most important conversations in African fashion happen over a meal, before anyone sees a runway.

I am a Nigerian American who splits her life between Lagos and the United States, and I co-host The Afropolitan Podcast, a show about the people building Africa’s future. Some of our strongest episodes have been about the business of fashion. Mai Atafo sat with us and walked through what it takes to run an atelier in this city. So did Banke Kuku, whose silk prints have become recognisable in wardrobes across the diaspora. Their conversations made the work behind the clothes visible: the margins, production decisions and payroll that continue long after a collection has been photographed.

Those interviews have shaped the way I look at fashion week. I love a beautiful show. I also want to know what happens to the business when everyone goes home.

This year, we spotlighted four designers: Israella Kobla, Stella Yieda, Nitémi and Christie Brown. The brief I gave myself was simple. Put the designer in the same room as the woman who will wear the piece, the stylist who will pull it, the editor who will write about it and the creator who will post it. Then feed everyone well and give them room to talk.

A designer in Lagos can spend an entire season being photographed without ever sitting across from the woman who would actually order the piece. I wanted to shorten that distance to the width of a dinner table.

I have seen those introductions last. Designers and creators I brought together at last year’s brunch kept talking after the event, and some of those creators became returning customers. That relationship belongs to them. My part was making the introduction. For a label working largely through made-to-order, a woman who comes back for her next birthday, wedding or holiday can matter far more than a photograph that travels for a day.

A Continent In One Tent

Lagos Fashion Week’s October 28 to November 1 programme brought runway shows to the Federal Palace Hotel on Victoria Island, alongside presentations and events across the city. This year’s theme, CRAFTED: Heritage. Innovation. Circular Futures, put the work of making at the centre of the conversation.

What struck me was the range of places represented. Sahrazad and Jermaine Bleu were on Friday’s programme. Christie Brown and Israella Kobla joined a week that also included Holy One and Fiuneggru. Sitting in the tent, I was reminded how much gets flattened by the phrase “African fashion.” These designers have different references, customers and ideas about what a woman might want to wear. Seeing their work together made those differences more interesting.

The Nigerian houses held the floor, too. Sevon Dejana’s embroidered gowns deserved a closer look than a runway walk could give them. Fruché took Saturday night’s final slot alongside Ugo Monye. There is a pleasure for me  in watching designers whose work you know well and waiting to see where they will take it next.

Beyond the tent, the city had its own programme. Andrea Iyamah’s fifteenth-anniversary presentation at Isimi Lagos in Epe brought guests out on October 24, ahead of the official opening. I was there for Rooted, and I found it an interesting decision to take us that far outside central Lagos. Asking people to make that journey, with the weather still capable of having its own plans, was a risk. The landscape gave the clothes space, and the show made the journey feel worthwhile.

Pop-ups, private presentations and retail events extended the week across Lagos. Following fashion here meant moving through the city, discovering where designers wanted us to encounter their work.

Lagos As A Destination

Trinidad has Carnival. Cannes has its film festival. Milan has its fashion week. People travel for the occasion, then build a trip around where they will eat, stay and shop. Culture gives them a reason to book.

Lagos is doing that, too. On Threads, I saw Americans posting about their first visit, Londoners returning, and women asking how to plan for next year. The appeal was in the accumulation of everyone’s footage: a show, an outfit, a dinner, a night out. Together, those posts offered a picture of Lagos that people wanted to enter.

Many fashion influencers paid for their own flights. That matters. They made a decision to spend their money and time here because the week offered something they wanted to experience. Their presence also brought them into direct contact with designers whose work they could buy, wear and introduce to their audiences.

Follow that spending through the city and the economic argument becomes clear. A fashion trip pays for a hotel room, restaurant bookings, a driver, hair and makeup, perhaps a photographer, and the clothes someone takes home. The runway is part of a much wider transaction.

But wanting people to come and making it easy for them to come are different jobs. If Lagos wants to grow as a fashion destination, the practical experience has to receive the same attention as the imagery. Clear information, reliable schedules and easier movement between events all shape whether a visitor returns and brings someone else.

The enthusiasm is already visible. I want to see us take it seriously enough to plan for it. 

For me, the week came together on Saturday, watching Israella Kobla’s models turn at the end of the runway while women who had been at our dinner lifted their phones to film. Days earlier, the label had been a conversation across a table. Now they were watching the clothes move.

I want African fashion to build businesses as enduring as the desire its clothes create.

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She gets it from her mama! Sy’Rai Smith took to center court of the Crypto.com Arena to prove that of all the Brandy disciples, she is the true rightful heir.

In her debut National Anthem for the Los Angeles Lakers, Sy’Rai showed incredible vocal range complete with those undeniable Norwood tones and buttery transitions. Her famous mother sat courtside to cheer her on, later posting a video from her point of view, where she can be heard reacting to Sy’Rai’s performance in real time.

“Words will never fully express what it meant to witness my daughter Sy’rai @syraismith sing the national anthem for the first time at Crypto.com Arena… hearing her voice fill that arena was breathtaking,” Brandy said in a touching post. “My baby… standing in her own light. I wanted to take in every note and somehow hold the whole moment still. Sy’rai, I wish you could have heard yourself through my heart. I saw the little girl I held in my arms and the woman standing before me… and felt every year of loving you all at once.”

She continued,

“I am so proud of your voice, your courage, and the beautiful soul behind it all. Being your mother is a blessing I will never have enough words to thank God for. You gave that arena your voice… and gave your mama a moment she will carry for the rest of her life.”

Sy’Rai’s uncle Ray J also chimed in with some high praise for his niece saying,

 “My little niece!!!”

The talented Norwood prodigy has been making her own mark on the music world, reintroducing herself and her sound to the industry via her album COLD WAR, released on Oct. 8. She also released two music videos proving that she’s the total package.

“Baby, you are a force to be reckoned with, “Brandy said in a post marking the milestone. “With COLD WAR, you are giving the world pieces of your becoming… the love, the heartache, the lessons, the courage it takes to recognize your worth. You are turning what you have lived into something someone else can feel… something that might help them find words for their own heart. That is such a beautiful gift.”

When it comes to the vocal Bible, it seems like we have a New Testament to read. Let the church say Amen!

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The episode came out on Thursday, November 5th. Kim Kardashian invited her co-stars from her upcoming movie “The Fifth Wheel,” Nikki Glaser, Brenda Song, and Fortune Feimster, to Jenner’s Palm Springs home for a sleepover, and Khloe and Kris tagged along. During a game of truth or dare, Song, 38, pulled a dare asking for an embarrassing date story, which reminded Jenner, 70, of “the most crazy thing that Khloé and I ever did.”

Jenner said Khloe realized at the time that Odom, now 46, was using drugs. “We had intel that he was going to be at a certain hotel,” Jenner explained to the group. She said Khloe told her, “Okay, we’re gonna get him,” and instructed her to dress in black with a hoodie and beanie. Khloe disputed that part of the tale, insisting her mom was the one who “put the drama on” with the all-black outfits. “I just said, ‘We’re going to get Lamar,’” she said. “That’s all I said.”

Jenner described the mission as an effort to “extract him from the situation,” claiming he was being held hostage by the people he was with. When Khloe’s security entered the hotel room, the scene was not what they expected. Khloe said she remembers the night “very vividly” but was surprised her mom brought it up, since it’s “something we haven’t talked about in years.” According to Khloe, everyone in the room was naked, and Jenner said there were about 20 people inside. “I’ve never seen anything like this in my life,” Jenner said.

Khloe Kardashian Swung On Everyone In The Room

Khloe said she ran in “like she’s f***ing Hawaii Five-0” and started swinging at people in the room. Her mom, meanwhile, hid in the bathroom. “She’s swiping all of the drugs in trash bags,” Khloe said. When Feimster asked who she was hitting, Khloe replied that it was random people she had never even introduced herself to.

Jenner said that in the moment, she couldn’t help thinking, “How do you treat your mother this way? How did I end up here? What the f**k are you doing to me?”

In a confessional, Khloe joked about the awkwardness of sharing the story at all, given it was the first time she and Kris were meeting Kim’s co-stars. “‘By the way, let’s talk about this crack cocaine story!’ Like, okay,” she said.

Khloe Kardashian Says The Night Changed What She Wants In A Partner

The retelling also made Khloe do some reflecting on her love life. “This is solidifying how I will never f***ing date a freak again,” she said in a confessional. She added that she didn’t know she needed to put it on her “manifest list,” but she might need to add “no orgies, and like maybe no hardcore drugs.”

Khloe married Odom in 2009, just 30 days after they met. They starred in the reality show Khloé & Lamar, and the couple split in 2016 after a rocky stretch that included his near-fatal 2015 overdose. She dismissed her first divorce filing after that health scare and filed the following year again.

Odom has been open about his addiction struggles over the years, including in the Netflix documentary “Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom,” released in March. Khloe later said she regretted taking part in the film and, on her podcast in April, said the “bridge is burned” between them.

Odom, for his part, has been making headlines for other reasons lately. He recently joined OnlyFans, revealing the content will be “nothing too crazy.” He celebrated 100 days sober in May with an Instagram post encouraging others fighting their own battles to keep going.

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If you thought Druski would be on a leash during his historic SNL appearance, you were sadly mistaken.

During his opening monologue, which also featured an appearance from Emma Stone, who will be starring in a rom-com, The Catch, alongside the internet comedian, Druski claimed that SNL gave him a few rules: “no cussing” and no “whiteface,” both of which he joked he couldn’t promise. We found out that he wasn’t kidding.

Later, SNL jumped on the hoopla around Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim’s documentary, You Can See Everything, adding a different spin on the doc’s origins.

In the skit, before Fielder and Oppenheim jumped in to direct the doc, Druski was originally attached to the project. Jane Wickline portrays Holmes in the skit, while Ben Marshall portrayed Holmes’ husband, Billy Evans. It pokes fun at the close-up shots between Fielder and Holmes where they talked about how Holmes was trying to deceive the filmmaker.

The skit also spoofed the moment when Fielder brought in an actress to play Holmes later in the documentary, with Druski breaking an SNL rule and donning “whiteface” to play the disgraced Theranos CEO.

“I just need to find somebody who can truly embody her character,” Druski says before the camera pans to him dressed up as Elizabeth Holmes. “I’m always being real,” he continues, as Wickline says, “I’m always being real.” They two continue to repeat lines to each other, and Druski adds, “I could do this all day, bitch. You don’t scare me.”

The episode ended with Druski joined by Dave Chappelle, Michael B. Jordan, Chris Rock, Emma Stone, Walton Goggins, and newly elected Texas Senator James Talarico, who also appeared in one of SNL’s cold opens.

Of course, social media had plenty to say about Druski’s SNL appearance; you can see those reactions below.

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According to TheShadeRoom, Cole reposted a message that read, “it’s peaceful when you’re not interested in anyone anymore,” and added her own caption. “Currently cooking up the greatest rebrand of my life rn. Single. Happy. Focused,” she wrote.

She did not name Skrilla in the post, and as of now neither she nor the rapper has publicly addressed whether it refers to their relationship. Some fans took it as a clear breakup announcement, while others said they would need to see it to believe it.

How Keyshia Cole And Skrilla’s Romance Played Out Publicly

The pair first sparked dating rumors in July, when LiveBitez shared photos of them looking cozy at what appeared to be a nightclub. In August, Skrilla added fuel by posting a photo of Cole smiling during what looked like a nightcap on his Instagram Story. Then Cole herself got the timeline buzzing when she shared a photo of Skrilla’s back showing a tattoo of her name. “Let that be known,” she wrote alongside the image.

Skrilla, 27, is from Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood, which he often refers to as “Zombieland.” He rose to widespread prominence with his 2025 single “Doot Doot (6 7),” a track that helped popularize the viral “6-7” trend. His gritty depictions of his upbringing have become central to his music.

The new single announcement post arrives right after a stretch in which fans were openly talking about Cole for other reasons. BOSSIP reported that concern grew online after viral videos showed her appearing to struggle through some recent performances. On October 24th, Cole performed at Majic Under the Stars at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, on a bill headlined by Babyface. During her rendition of her 2007 hit “Heaven Sent,” a clip shows her encouraging the crowd to sing along as the track played instead of delivering the vocals herself.

“Can’t hear y’all,” Cole told the audience. “I picked this out again. It’s my birthday, sing with me.” The moment came just over a week after she celebrated her 45th birthday on October 15th. As the crowd kept singing, she added, “Y’all know I be singing, but come on.”

That clip circulated around the same time as video from her performance at Texas Southern University’s homecoming, where she appeared to have a hard time dueting with singer Joe. That show took place at Houston’s Bar 5015, where she was also spotted walking in with the venue’s owners.

Some fans said they were worried about Cole’s well-being after seeing the videos, and the conversation overlapped with the attention on her romance.

Cole has not publicly addressed the criticism or the concern. However, her message is clear: she is writing her own next chapter, and she plans to step into it single, happy, and focused.

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Governor-elect Keisha Lance Bottoms made history by becoming the first Black woman to hold the role in US History but her appointment of Tyler Perry to her transition team has raised eyebrows for some.

Days after her historic win, Bottoms appeared on the Capitol steps in Georgia to announce the chairs of her transition team as she hopes “to be ready to govern on day one,” according to Complex. The billionaire media mogul was among those listed which also included Arthur Blank, Roz Brewer, Jason Carter, Michelle Nunn and Richard Cox, and the honorary co-chairs include Jon Ossoff, Raphael Warnock, and Andrew Young.

Perry’s studio project as well as his commitment to shooting and producing his films in Atlanta has made a significant impact on the state of Georgia, one that Bottoms seems to think makes him a key part to helping her properly govern for a new future for her constituents. She called Perry an “entertainment mogul” who is also “a huge philanthropic part of our Georgia community and owns Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta.”

Though some praised his appointment, others expressed concern over whether his involvement would mean interference with the proper litigation of his pending sexual assault cases. Two actors—Derek Dixon and Mario Rodriguez—who were cast in two different Perry productions filed lawsuits seeking $260 million and $77 million in damages, accusing their former boss of coercion, unwanted advances and retaliation. Perry has denied any wrongdoing in both cases.

It’s not the first time Bottoms and Perry have collaborated. The former was one of the biggest supporters in backing the creation of Tyler Perry Studios on the former Fort McPherson Army base while serving as the Mayor of Atlanta. She also joined his production She The People as an executive producer in 2025, much to the chagrin of many who felt their words should not be intertwined. Following the success of its release to Netflix, she shared a post to her Instagram to celebrate saying,

“THANK YOU to everyone who has tuned in and made ‘She The People’ the hit show we knew it would be. I was encouraged by some very well meaning people not to join as an Executive Producer of this project. But I have learned that intuition is a super power and sometimes what makes sense to you, just isn’t meant for others to understand.”

It seems the two have a close working relationship that has no signs of slowing down or changing despite her new position and the weight it carries. Perry will sit for an in-person deposition in the case against Rodriguez on Dec. 9.

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Now THIS is what we’re talking about! After a disastrous opening night in Atlanta that left concertgoers frustrated and demanding refunds, Usher and Chris Brown seemingly got the memo and returned to Mercedes Benz Stadium for night two of their R&B Tour with something to prove.

And baby, what a difference a night makes!

As previously reported, the first Atlanta show on Thursday, November 5, was anything but the R&B experience fans had been anticipating. Concertgoers reportedly waited more than two hours for the show to begin, only to receive shortened performances and an abrupt ending that left plenty of hits off the setlist.

To make matters worse, Usher and Chris Brown never shared the stage to perform their collaborations, despite fans expecting to see the two R&B heavyweights come together. The disappointing experience sent frustrated attendees straight to social media, with some even contacting Ticketmaster to request refunds.

But Friday night? Atlanta got a completely different experience!

Night two of the highly anticipated tour delivered the energy, nostalgia, and star power fans had been waiting for. This time around, the concert got underway on schedule, and both entertainers wasted no time reminding the audience why they’ve dominated R&B for decades.

From the choreography to the vocals and an endless catalog of hits, the energy inside Mercedes Benz Stadium was undeniable. Fans were treated to a full night of music, and just when they thought the show couldn’t get any better, another familiar face appeared onstage.

And we’re not talking about just one or two surprise guests!

Hit the flip for the R&B Atlanta night two cameos and Usher addressing the tour tension.

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The list of nominees for induction into the annual Songwriters Hall of Fame have been announced, and we are very proud to see a few of our favorite melanated faces getting their due recognition.

We’d like to give a major salute to Kandi Burruss, Maurice Starr, will.i.am, Grandmaster Melle Mel, Ne-Yo and the surviving members of War for their inclusion on the shortlist for 2027.

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They join a wider list of nominees from all backgrounds and genres, including Pete Bellotte, Shannon Rubicam and George Merrill of Boy Meets Girl, Andreas Carlsson, Tom Douglas, Bob Feldman, Jerry Goldstein, Richard Gottehrer, Bob McDill, Tor Hermansen and Mikkel Eriksen of Stargate, Mike Stock, Matt Aiken and Pete Waterman of Stock Aitken Waterman, Dan Wilson, Toni Wine, Dewey Bunnell and Gerry Beckley of America, Debbie Harry and Chris Stein of Blondie, Boy George, Vince Gill, Lady Gaga, P!nk, Shakira, Sia, Jack White, Dusty Hill and ZZ Top members Billy Gibbons and Frank Beard. While the competition may be stiff indeed, we’re holding out hope that many of the songwriters representing for the culture will make it to the induction phase.

Each nominated songwriter qualified based on the golden rule that their first commercial release be at least 20 years old. Those eligible to vote will cast their ballots from now until midnight EST on December 14, 2026, choosing up to three nominees in each of the songwriter and performing songwriter categories. The winners will then accept their awards at the 2027 Induction & Awards Gala in New York City.

On the slight chance of being an influence on the nominations, we put together a list of the best hits from the Black nominees for a quick musical lesson on why they definitely deserve induction. The proof is in the pen!

Take a look below at some of our favorite hit songs from the Black nominees on the 2027 Songwriters Hall of Fame shortlist:

TLC – “No Scrubs” (1999)

Songwriter: Kandi Burruss

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In a report that admittedly may send chills down your spine, the defense attorney who represented Duane “Keffe D” Davis in the murder trial of Tupac Shakur, has just died.

FOX5 Las Vegas reports that 55-year-old Michael Sanft was found dead on Thursday night (November 5), with the Clark County Coroner’s Office confirming his passing earlier today.

RELATED: Duane “Keffe D” Davis Found Guilty in Tupac Shakur’s Murder

Both a cause and manner of death are still pending, with further details of his death being routed to the coroner’s office. Sanft took on Keffe D pro bono during the Las Vegas trial back in August that eventually saw his client being found guilty and sentenced to 40 years behind bars.

He once told FOX5 that looking back he wouldn’t have chose otherwise, telling the outlet, “We had the best team possible in this case, from the motion practice work on this appeal to our investigator to our firm here at SOS Injury. We all did our part. I don’t see what I could’ve done differently.“

It appears Sanft was in pursuit of an appeal as well, with a notice filed just last week on October 30 according to court records. His team’s defense is that prosecutors are wrong in claiming that Keffe D orchestrated the fatal shooting of 2Pac, even with his own admission in interviews and a memoir — strictly “entertainment” in their words.

Where the appeal goes from here has yet to be determined. However, we don’t think anyone is checking for the man convicted of planning out the killing of a rap legend to get out anytime soon.

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In a sit-down with Raven and her wife Miranda Maday, Sidibe checked the Disney alum’s temperature about their prickly past. “I didn’t think you liked me. I was actually here, like, ‘What’s up?’. I’m gonna be on whatever time you on,” the American Horror Story star said.

Raven cracked up about “the New York coming out” as her guest stood on business.

“What’s up? What’s up?” Sidibe jokingly said with full New Yawk energy as Maday asked why she thought Raven disliked her.

“You treated me like you didn’t like me,” Gabby doubled down.

As Raven said “my bad” for giving the cold shoulder, Gabby that the covert conflict went deeper than that.

“I was told that you made some people promise to not be friends with me,” she continued. Raven swiftly side-eyed the one-sided beef, asking who told her that.

The bold baddie named some names, but the Tea Time team edited them out.

While Raven sat in surprised silence, her wife in shining armor tagged herself in: “So, you know [bleeped name]is a s**t-stirrer too, right? We have to tell you things offline about that situation.”

Fans questioned why someone as opinionated as Raven needed anyone to answer for her, especially since Maday seemed to have nothing to do with her long-standing static with Sidibe.

“I remember we went to a restaurant in Chicago and you were just, I don’t know…” Sidibe began. “A b***h?” Raven asked. “I felt like you were put off,” the mom of twins continued.

Maday chimed in again in defense of her wife, clarifying “Raven can be shady,” but that default standoffish energy isn’t personal. “When Raven doesn’t know somebody—now, from like observing her behavior—she can come off very cold and very distant. But, it’s not from a place of disliking, it’s from a place of not knowing,” Maday said.

Raven noted, “And having a lot of chips on my shoulders. Which I’ll explain to you offline.”

Maday continued to clean up the conflict, saying that she and Raven welcome a fresh start at friendship. “But, I will tell you. I like you. You can come around. We can be friends,” she said.

Later in the episode, Maday asked the Cheetah Girls OG how if she felt “clocked” about Sidibe confronting her.

“I appreciate her for calling it out. Because, listen, I’ve been in this industry for a long a** time. Gonna come up against people that I’m not friends with, that I was friends with, that I have feelings about, or whatnot, and during that time, who knows? You know, I probably was a little bit of a b*tch. But, I own up to it,” Raven admitted.

It’s giving that the off-camera conversation was way juiciest part, but fans had more than enough to discuss about the now-viral exchange. Some thought Raven gets away with shady behavior on the regular because she’s a legend.

Others believed sexism played a role in the expectations for Raven compared to her male counterparts.

And a few thought Maday was right to have Raven’s back during an awkward moment before things went left. However, quite a few fans questioned why Maday didn’t “C” her way out of the “A” and “B” conversation. Maybe no one understands Raven but her woman.

Check out the full Tea Time episode below:

What do you think about Raven-Symoné getting pressed on her podcast and Maday playing peacemaker with Gabourey Sidibe?

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