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The South African
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
Another one! DJ Khaled backs Sundowns for Club World Cup win
DJ Khaled is backing Mamelodi Sundowns for another victory at their second Fifa Club World Cup game this weekend. The South African team will take on Germany's Dortmund on Saturday, 21 June. Earlier this week, the 'Brazilians' beat South Korea's Ulsan 1-0. Can they claim another victory and make it out of the group stages? In a video posted by Roc Nation, DJ Khaled showed love to South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns, who are playing at the Fifa Club World Cup, currently taking place in the US. The music producer – who is signed to Roc Nation, and has a notable role in their sporting company – had a special message for the local club. 'Sundowns, congratulations on your big one. Another one, again. Let's go!'. The post was liked by over 50 000 Instagram users, with Springbok captain Siya Kolisi being one of them. The music mogul – real name Khaled Mohammed Khaled – is a longtime supporter of the 'Brazilians', as part of his affiliation with club sponsor, Roc Nation. However, many South Africans doubt whether he personally knows any of the Sundowns players. It remains unclear if DJ Khaled will be watching from the stands to support the South African team. On the same day Sundowns beat Ulsan at an empty Orlando Stadium, the US superstar flew to the Hard Rock Stadium in Florida to watch another team – Real Madrid – play instead. The father-of-two thanked club player Vinicius Junior and Roc Nation Sports international president Michael R. Yormark for inviting him. 'Let's go play soccer', he said of the VIP experience. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DJ KHALED (@djkhaled) Sundowns are part of the Club World Cup's Group F, which also includes Brazil's Fluminense and Borussia Dortmund of Germany. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the knockout phase, which consists of the Top 16, quarter-final, semi-final, and ultimately the final, which will take place at the MetLife Stadium in New York on 13 July. On Saturday, 21 June, Mamelodi Sundowns will play German club Dortmund. On 25 June, they will face off against Brazilian club Fluminense. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp , Facebook , X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
NBC News
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NBC News
Fat Joe's former hype man alleges he was forced into 4,000 sex acts by rapper
Rapper Fat Joe is accused of forcing his former hype man to engage in thousands of sex acts with women in a $20 million federal civil lawsuit that also alleges he was underpaid, denied songwriting credits and threatened. Terrance 'T.A' Dixon filed the complaint Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York against the rapper, members of his inner circle and Roc Nation. An attorney for Fat Joe, whose real name is Joseph Antonio Cartagena, said the allegations are 'complete fabrications' intended to damage the rapper's reputation. The lawsuit says that Dixon was the rapper's hype man, or on-stage entertainer, but also contributed as his lyricist, background vocalist, bodyguard and 'creative collaborator' from about 2005 to 2022. It alleges that Dixon authored or co-authored dozens of songs, including 'Congratulations,' 'Ice Cream,' 'No Problems' and 'Black Out.' 'Plaintiff contributed lyrics, melodies, vocal phrasing, and conceptual design to these works — substantially shaping their final form as distributed to the public,' the suit states. Dixon was underpaid, denied songwriting credits and deliberately concealed from royalties and backend compensation, according to the lawsuit. Cartagena controlled Dixon through psychological manipulation, intimidation and persistent threats, the lawsuit states. It alleges that Roc Nation either knew or should have known about the rapper's behavior but took no action. Roc Nation, which is named as a defendant, did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Friday. The 157-page document, which comes with a 'trigger warning' at the top, also details allegations of sexual abuse. It alleges that Cartagena routinely brought women back to his hotel rooms and forced Dixon to engage in sexual acts with them, sometimes in front of members of the rapper's inner circle. According to the suit, Cartagena 'frequently arranged and orchestrated these encounters, intentionally creating scenarios designed to reinforce Plaintiff's complete submission.' It accuses Cartagena of remaining in the room to watch, record and 'provide explicit direction and commands.' Dixon did not want to participate in the acts, the lawsuit states, but did so 'solely out of fear of immediate retaliation.' During one alleged incident, Dixon refused, and Cartagena canceled his flight home, leaving Dixon stranded with no money, the suit says. Dixon said that over a 16-year period, he estimates that he was 'coerced into more than 4,000 sexual acts to maintain his standing within the enterprise.' The lawsuit also alleges that Dixon personally witnessed Cartagena engage in sexual relations with 15 and 16-year-old girls. Cartagena's lawyer, Joseph Tacopina, said Dixon's lawsuit is a 'blatant act of retaliation' and a 'desperate attempt to deflect attention' from a civil lawsuit the rapper filed in April accusing Dixon and his attorney, Tyrone Blackburn, of extortion, slander and defamation. That lawsuit from Cartagena says that things ended amicably with Dixon in 2019 and it wasn't until years later that Dixon alleged that he had been underpaid while working with the rapper. The suit says that Cartagena compensated Dixon 'handsomely' for assisting him on tour and denies Dixon's allegations that the rapper had sexual relations with minors. It further accuses Dixon and Blackburn of trying to extort Cartagena for money. 'We didn't just sue a disgruntled former employee trying to revive a false claim from 15 years ago — we sued the lawyer behind it all,' Tacopina said in a statement. 'The allegations against Mr. Cartagena are complete fabrications — lies intended to damage his reputation and force a settlement through public pressure. Mr. Cartagena will not be intimidated,' he said. 'We have taken legal action to expose this fraudulent campaign and hold everyone involved accountable.' In response, Blackburn said Friday that Cartagena 'is desperate and grasping for straws.' 'We met with law enforcement, let's wait and see who they believe,' he said. The lawsuit says Dixon suffered severe emotional injuries, including chronic anxiety, debilitating fear and symptoms consistent with PTSD. He remains in trauma-informed therapy, the suit says.
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Express Tribune
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Nicki Minaj sparks fan theories with cryptic tweet about Kai Cenat after LeBron livestream announcement
Nicki Minaj stirred speculation online after posting a cryptic message referencing Twitch streamer Kai Cenat on X (formerly Twitter) on June 19, 2025. The post, which read, 'Oh they Kai friend now?', has led to widespread discussion and theories among fans trying to interpret its meaning. Nicki Minaj seemingly posts about Kai Cenat on X 'Oh they Kai friend now? lol.' — FearBuck (@FearedBuck) June 20, 2025 The post has reignited discussion about Minaj's relationship with Kai Cenat, which dates back to December 2023 when she appeared on his livestream and danced on camera. The appearance drew criticism from Rap Radar CEO Elliott Wilson, prompting both Nicki and Kai to respond publicly. Wilson later apologized for his comments. Though the intent behind Nicki's recent post remains unclear, it coincides with Cenat's announcement of an upcoming IRL livestream featuring NBA star LeBron James. Some fans speculate the tweet might be directed at Cenat's rumored associations with new ventures—possibly involving Roc Nation or an appearance on the show The Shop. While no official link has been confirmed, users online believe that Kai's proximity to certain high-profile figures may have triggered Minaj's remark. One user wrote, 'Kai supposedly linked up with the Roc Nation camp in Paris,' while another claimed, 'They wanna make him change his opinions and manipulate the narrative.' Others expressed confusion, with one post reading, 'Can y'all shut the [expletive] up in the comments with that mysterious sh*t. I'm trying to know what's tea.' This renewed attention on Cenat follows his red carpet confrontation with Elliott Wilson at the 2025 Grammy Awards, where the two appeared to resolve their earlier tension. Wilson admitted to criticizing Nicki, apologized to both her and Cenat, and received forgiveness in return. As of now, Nicki Minaj has not elaborated on the tweet, leaving fans to continue piecing together the meaning behind her cryptic message.
Time of India
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Fat Joe denies shocking allegations of exploitation and abuse in $20M lawsuit
The hip-hop world is reeling after Fat Joe (real name Joseph Antonio Cartagena) was hit with a jaw-dropping lawsuit by his former hype man, Terrance 'T.A.' Dixon. The 157-page legal bombshell, filed in New York, accuses the rapper of everything from financial fraud to sexual exploitation, including disturbing claims involving underage girls. Oh fat Joe…. This is crazy and SICK A legal war erupts Dixon, who worked with Fat Joe for 16 years, alleges he was forced into thousands of degrading sexual acts under threats of abandonment and violence. But the most shocking accusations? Dixon claims he personally witnessed Fat Joe engaging in sexual acts with minors as young as 15. "Complete fabrications" – Fat Joe fires back Fat Joe's lawyer, Joe Tacopina, isn't holding back. In a fiery statement, he called the lawsuit a "blatant act of retaliation", slamming Dixon and his attorney, Tyrone Blackburn, for what he claims is a "fraudulent campaign" to extort money and tarnish the rapper's reputation. Tacopina didn't stop there, he dragged Blackburn's legal history into the mix, accusing him of "abusing the courts" to generate scandalous headlines. This isn't the first time Blackburn has faced criticism; federal judges have previously called out his "salacious and baseless claims." The disturbing details Dixon's lawsuit doesn't hold back. It describes a "culture of dominance and humiliation" allegedly orchestrated by Fat Joe, including forced orgies, surveillance, and psychological manipulation. The suit names three Jane Does—girls aged 15 and 16, who were allegedly paid for sexual acts. One harrowing account claims Fat Joe "paid for a Brazilian Butt Lift" for a 15-year-old girl to alter her body. Another alleges he "flew a minor overseas" and kept her in a condo near his marital home. Roc nation dragged into the drama Jay-Z's Roc Nation, which represents Fat Joe, is also named in the suit. Dixon claims the entertainment giant helped "conceal and manipulate" his royalty rights while attempting to interfere with the case. A battle of lawsuits This legal drama isn't one-sided. Fat Joe previously sued Dixon for defamation after he accused the rapper of flying a minor across state lines. Now, with both sides locked in a high-stakes legal war, the truth, or lack thereof, will play out in court.
Express Tribune
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Fat Joe sued for $20M over alleged abuse and trafficking by former hypeman
Grammy-nominated rapper Fat Joe is facing a $20 million federal lawsuit filed by his former hypeman, Terrance 'T.A.' Dixon, alleging years of sexual abuse, coercion, and exploitation—including alleged involvement with underage girls. Filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, the 157-page complaint accuses Fat Joe, born Joseph Antonio Cartagena, of 'coercive labor exploitation, financial fraud, sexual manipulation, and psychological control.' Dixon claims he was forced into over 4,000 sexual acts over a 16-year period under threats of abandonment, humiliation, and financial retaliation. The lawsuit further alleges Fat Joe engaged in sexual acts with minors as young as 15, flying them across state and international lines, and even funding plastic surgery for one girl. Dixon claims these abuses occurred with the knowledge of Fat Joe's associates and sometimes under surveillance or in corporate-owned properties, including yachts and mansions. Also named in the suit are Fat Joe's associates Pete 'Pistol Pete' Torres and Richard 'Rich Player' Jospitre, along with Roc Nation, which Dixon accuses of aiding in concealing royalty fraud and silencing his claims. The charges include violations under civil RICO, the Trafficking Victims Protection Act, and various state laws. Fat Joe's attorney, Joe Tacopina, dismissed the lawsuit as a 'blatant act of retaliation,' claiming Dixon is attempting to deflect attention from a separate defamation lawsuit the rapper filed in April. Represented by attorney Tyrone Blackburn—also leading a high-profile case against Sean 'Diddy' Combs—Dixon insists he's seeking justice after years of abuse and suppression. This case could be one of the most serious and high-profile legal battles in the music industry to date.
