DDG and Joe Budden are beefing, but the real winner is the internet at the stunt kings drag each other about who is less relevant.

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After announcing his split from Halle Bailey via a social media statement that no one asked for, the YouTube personality has been busy responding to comments and shutting down rumors about their relationship. Though the internet has been dragging him for days, it seems that DDG reached his breaking point when Joe Budden mentioned their breakup during a recent episode of his podcast.

“Ion be trippin bout the girls sayin sh*t cuz I’m used to it. It’s all love. But u n****s wit platforms gon get a response fasho,” he said in a post to X.

His comments came after a clip began to circulate of Budden accusing him of being a clout chaser and only being relevant because of his attachment to his talented ex-girlfriend.

“Every time I see his name, it’s attached to hers, and it’s typically in some clout chaser fashion. So that makes me look at him a different way, and hopefully, I get to look at him a lot less now that they’ve broken up,” Budden said during the episode.

DDG clapped back with a series of tweets, including a side-by-side comparison of Budden’s most popular tune’s RIAA status and that of his own singles.

“‘Pump It Up’ went gold after 20 years u old b***h. @Joe Budden I’m on u, ” he said in response.

He continued his verbal bashing with an Instagram story post of “Pump It Up” with his own real-time music review.

“ngl gang this s*** a** LMFAO @joebudden.”

Chile. In the meantime, Halle has not confirmed or denied the split nor has she made any comments about the surrounding conversations. She was also not tagged in the “breakup announcement” posted by her chaotic coparent. Let’s just hope our girl is finally free from the mess.

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Beyoncé is still celebrating her new American Whisky brand, SirDavis, and this time she took it to the race track.

Our Queen was joined by her hubby Jay-Z, superstar Cher, actress Sharon Stone and our man, our man, our man Damson Idris at the first-ever California Crown. The event was a who’s who of talent, influence and wealth as people took in horse races while sipping on custom SirDavis cocktails. The brand also sponsored a VIP speakeasy experience for invited guests.

The event also included a little promotion of Bey’s other side hustle, Cecred. Attendees spotted bottles of the brand’s new hair growth drops distributed throughout the event. Some of the horses in the race also wore bibs with the brand’s logo emblazoned on them, Rolling Stone reports.

More than 21,000 attendees were also entertained with live performances from country music’s breakout star Shaboozey and rapper Lil Yacthy. Of course, Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter could be heard booming through the speakers during the race. The races racked up an estimated $20 million in wagers.

Bey is very clearly in her businesswoman era with her ventures into haircare and the whiskey business. She’s been hard at work bringing the smooth taste of SirDavis to people around the globe. Most recently, the brand hosted a group of influencers during Janet Jackson‘s Together Again tour stop in Paris.

With the summer coming to an end, it’ll be interesting to see how the Beyhive transitions SirDavis‘ signature cocktails— Honey Bee, Texas Buckin’, The Houston, Blackberry Mint Julep and Brown Derby—to cooler temperatures. We sense an old-fashioned and a hot toddy in our future.

Though there were conflicting opinions about the cost of SirDavis at $89.99 per bottle, the units seem to be moving just fine as social media has been flooded with taste test videos and reviews. The Queen is always going to get her coin!

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Donald Glover revealed that he has canceled the US, Europe and UK legs of his New World Tour amid a health scare.

After canceling his August 24 show in Arizona due to technical issues, Glover later also canceled his Sept 8. show in Houston for medical reasons. The day after, he took to X, formerly Twitter, to reveal that the North American dates tour would be postponed.

“hey everyone. unfortunately i have to postpone the rest of the north american tour to focus on my physical health for a few weeks. hold onto your tickets,” he said. “ALL tickets will be honored for the upcoming dates in north america when they are rescheduled. thanks for the privacy. thanks for the support. thanks for the love.”

On Oct. 4, the “3004” rapper revealed that he would be canceling his tour entirely due to a health issue he discovered after his New Orleans show.

“After my show in New Orleans, I went to the hospital in Houston to make sure of an ailment that had become apparent,” he explained. “After being assesed, it became clear i would not perform that night, and after more tests, i could not perform the rest of the US tour in the time asked. As of now I have surgery scheduled and need time out to heal.”

My path to recovery is something I need to confront seriously. With that said, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the remainder of the North American tour and the UK and European dates. Tickets will be refunded at point of purchase.

Though he did offer information on what caused the cancellation, he did ask fans for “love, privacy, and support.”

Fans of Glover and his rap identity Childish Gambino were elated to see him return to music after dominating the small screen with his award-winning show Atlanta.

We all see Method Man takes care of his physical health, but he recently opened up about his mental health and struggles with depression on Fat Joe Talks: “It never really goes away,” he said.

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Fat Joe, the hip-hop legend, has expanded his talents beyond music with his new talk show, Fat Joe Talks, which premiered recently on Starz. Airing every Friday, the show promises to deliver unfiltered conversations with some of the most influential names in entertainment.

For the first episode, Joe invited another icon, Method Man, to sit down for a candid discussion. What followed was an intimate, emotional exchange that showcased the power of vulnerability and real talk.

The debut episode took place in a meaningful location—Method Man’s old stomping grounds of Staten Island. For Method Man, it was more than just a trip down memory lane; it became a space to open up about his ongoing struggle with mental health, specifically his bouts with depression.

The conversation began with the two reflecting on that gut feeling people get about keeping in touch with loved ones. From there, the discussion naturally turned more personal.

Method Man didn’t hold back. He revealed to Fat Joe that he has struggled with depression on and off throughout his life, referring to it as “certain s**t” that he still deals with. “It never really goes away,” he admitted, explaining that these feelings come in waves.

Method Man continued, sharing an emotional story about a heartfelt text message he had received from a friend. The message, while simple, had made a significant difference in his mood, reminding him of the importance of meaningful connections. “It made me feel better,” he confided, showcasing how small gestures can have a big impact, especially when someone is struggling.

“The point I’m trying to make is every now and then when you get a thought like, ‘Damn, I wonder what this person’s doing,’ act on it,” said Method Man. “Call them, see how they doing or find some way to get in contact with them. It never hurts. You have no idea how much that could mean to them.”

Method Man Reveals A New Memoir In The Works

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The emotional depth of the conversation didn’t stop there. Fat Joe, known for his ability to create a comfortable space for his guests, allowed the Wu-Tang Clan rapper to reveal more personal revelations. Method Man shared that he is working on a memoir about his life, giving Fat Joe and the audience an exclusive preview of what’s to come.

When asked what the potential title might be, Method Man offered a suggestion that reflected the emotional weight of his life experiences. “It might be, ‘Bring The Pain,’ because there’s a lot of that,”

This isn’t the first time Method Man has been transparent about his mental health. In August 2023, he gave a revealing interview with Men’s Health, where he admitted that it took him a long time to fully understand what he was going through mentally and emotionally. He acknowledged that being open about these struggles was a challenge but a necessary step toward healing.

More recently, in a September 2024 Rolling Stone interview, Method Man expanded on what healing looks like for him today.

“Being honest, taking care of my responsibilities, and being genuinely happy,” he explained. He spoke about how aging had changed his perspective, bringing a sense of contentment with life’s simple pleasures. “Who knew getting older would do that?” he said, adding, “I want to look at the sunset because I like sunsets, not because I’m trying to appease someone or follow some status quo.”

Fat Joe’s Fat Joe Talks is shaping up to be more than just a celebrity talk show. It’s becoming a platform for real, unfiltered conversations about life, struggle, and resilience. Method Man’s willingness to open up about his mental health struggles set the tone for what viewers can expect from the show—raw authenticity and deep connections.

Fat Joe Talks airs Fridays on Starz.