Houston is mourning the loss of Sylvester Turner, who passed away while serving as a U.S. Congressman. Turner, who previously served as the city’s mayor from 2016 to 2024, was widely respected for his leadership, his efforts in rebuilding Houston after Hurricane Harvey, and his commitment to economic and social progress. His unexpected passing has left a significant void in both Houston and national politics, as he was actively working on initiatives to improve infrastructure and disaster preparedness at the federal level.
In a heartbreaking loss for the music industry, the family of legendary singer Angie Stone is planning both a public memorial and a private funeral. According to her rep, Deborah R. Champagne, a large, star-studded memorial will be held in Atlanta, though details are still being finalized. Angie will be laid to rest in her home state of South Carolina. Our thoughts and condolences go out to her loved ones during this difficult time.
Meanwhile, Jay-Z is taking legal action against the woman who accused him of rape, along with her attorney, Tony Buzbee. This comes just weeks after Jane Doe dropped her lawsuit. According to legal documents obtained by TMZ, Jay-Z claims that the woman admitted to her attorney that the allegations were false, yet Buzbee encouraged her to continue pushing the narrative in hopes of securing a big payday. Jay-Z filed his lawsuit in Alabama, the woman’s home state, seeking to hold both her and her attorney accountable for defamation and malicious prosecution.
Lastly, Teyana Taylor and actor Aaron Pierre are sparking dating rumors after their Oscars night photos went viral. In the images, Teyana struck James Bond-style poses with Aaron, leading some fans to wonder if the chemistry is real or just a promotional stunt for Mufasa: The Lion King. Aaron also shared photos of the two on his Instagram, fueling speculation. Teyana finalized her divorce from Iman Shumpert in 2023, and Aaron recently gained viral fame for his dance moves in the spirit tunnel at The Jennifer Hudson Show.