Whew! Faith Evans and Voletta Wallace are at the center of a legal battle over the millions generated by The Notorious B.I.G. The dispute has been brewing for months. Now, a judge has made it clear who is entitled to a significant piece of the fortune.

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Faith Evans Ordered to Pay Nearly $14M to Biggie’s Trust

A Delaware judge has ordered Faith Evans to immediately distribute nearly $14 million in profits from Biggie’s estate to a trust established by his late mother, Voletta Wallace. The Tuesday ruling follows a legal battle with Wayne Barrow, Biggie’s former manager. Moreover, he was named trustee of Voletta’s estate after her death in February 2025. Barrow sued Evans last July, arguing the trust was entitled to 25% of the estate’s earnings. He also claimed that he was entitled to profits from a major catalog deal with Primary Wave. Evans disputed his claim, arguing Barrow lacked the proper legal documentation.

The court previously sided with Barrow in August. Officials found that the trust had completed the necessary paperwork to receive Voletta’s share. However, Chancellor Kathaleen McCormick clarified that the trust’s entitlement began on the date of Voletta’s death, February 21, 2025, rather than December 2025. That means the trust is owed $12.5 million in profits accrued during that period, plus interest.

Barrow’s attorney, Jay Freiberg, told Billboard the total payout is expected to reach nearly $14 million. The money will be distributed to Barrow before being directed to the Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation, in accordance with Voletta’s will.

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When it comes to celebrity couples, Russell Wilson and Ciara are definitely top contenders! The lovebirds recently popped out for WSJ Magazine’s Awards in New York City, and fans can’t get enough of their photos together. While some folks are gushing over Cici’s pregnancy glow, others are cuttin’ UP, joking that Russell just can’t seem to stay off his wife, but they understand why!

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Ciara & Russell Wilson Pop Out But Baby Cinco Steals The Spotlight

Russell Wilson and Ciara stepped out for a night on the town in New York City on Thursday, October 29, but their sweet plus-one stole the spotlight! Baby Cinco made quite the appearance as Cici showed off her glowing baBy bump in a sheer black dress, while Russ complemented her in a navy blue satin suit. The husband and wife looked too good, serving pure Black excellence. Fans couldn’t get enough of the Wilsons’ photos, with plenty of folks giving Ciara her flowers for slaying her maternity looks throughout her pregnancy.

Ciara Has The Glow & Russell Got The TL Cuttin’ UP

While heart-eye emojis took over The Shade Room’s comment section, plenty of Roomies pulled up with a few lil’ jokey jokes! Some folks loved seeing Ciara happy and glowing, while others couldn’t resist teasing Russell, telling him to stay off his wife and give her a break from having babies. Peep some of the reactions below!

Instagram user @_queen_cooper wrote, “Russell get off her!!!!! 🤣🤣” 

Instagram user @_tiana_ wrote, “Listen I swear that man loves her down!!! No woman is putting her body through having multiple children if he wasn’t really loving her right! She looks so happy & gorgeous 😍😍😍” 

While Instagram user @domofdadistrict wrote, “Bro He do not miss 😂😂😂 he got my childhood crush and ain’t play about her that’s right Russ !!!!!” 

Then Instagram user @reggie_jay87 wrote, “lol I swear every time she try to be outside he knock her up and bring her back in the house 😂” 

Another Instagram user @__monica15 wrote, “They look like they gonna do it again after this lmao 😍😍” 

Instagram user @8gm_9_ wrote, “Russell please stay off of her 😂” 

Then another Instagram user @prettyreecee wrote, “Ciara never misses and Russell is always smitten.. they are lovely and happy together 😍❣️🫶” 

While another Instagram user @knolimithomeimprovement wrote, “They don’t be playing every time I see her she’s pregnant with a smile on her face, .. that’s my boy.” 

Lastly, Instagram user @dainty_goddess_ wrote, “Her pregnancy face 😍😍😍😍😍 everything ❤️” 

Russell Previously Made The TL Emotional With His Love For Ciara

By now, fans know Russell Wilson doesn’t play when it comes to Ciara. He loves his wife down, and he recently made that crystal clear while celebrating her 41st birthday on October 25. Russ had fans in their feels after dropping a sweet montage of heartwarming memories on Instagram in honor of Cici’s special day. In his caption, he called her his rock and his world, adding that he couldn’t be more grateful to have her by his side.

“Happy Birthday my Everything. @ciara I love you so much. Your heart and strength inspire everyone around you. You are our rock and there are no words to describe the gratitude I have in being able to share my life with you. You are the best mom, wife, best friend, and hardest worker. You are our world. I love you in every lifetime Mrs. Wilson. ”

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The NYPD is searching for at least two people suspected of fatally shooting 15-year-old Javits Frimpong in New York City. Javits was shot in the stomach on Thursday, October 29, in a suspected bullying incident on his way to school.

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Javits Frimpong Shot In Suspected Bullying Incident

A New York City teenager, Javits Frimpong, died after being shot in the stomach in New York City on Thursday, according to NBC New York. The 15-year-old was fatally shot in the Bronx on his way to school close to his home near East 171st Street and Third Avenue in Claremont. Video of Javits running away from someone wearing all black captured him turning around before falling to the ground. According to CBS News, he later died at the St. Barnabas Hospital.

The NYPD is reportedly searching for two or three suspects, and the shooting is believed to be tied to a bullying incident.

Father Says Son Was Bullied

“I will tell them to give themselves to the police,” he said. “I don’t think they are going to go free for killing an innocent child. For killing an innocent child.”

Javits Moved From Ghana For A Better Life

Frimpong also told ABC7 that his son had moved from Ghana one year ago. Javits’ mother is still in Ghana, but her husband said he brought his son to New York in hopes of giving him a better life. He spoke with FOX 5 New York just after leaving his son at the hospital.

“I lost him… I don’t know what to do now,” he exclaimed. “I don’t know what to do… I don’t know what to do.”

A candlelight vigil will be held on Friday evening for Javits.

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Chile! Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez are facing another major development in their custody battle over their 13-year-old son, Maceo, and the latest ruling has reportedly shifted the arrangement in Martinez’s favor.

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Judge Awards Olivier Martinez Primary Custody Of Son For Now

According to reports, a Los Angeles Superior Court judge awarded Martinez primary custody following a multi-day closed hearing, rejecting Berry’s request to reinstate their previous 50/50 shared custody arrangement. The ruling also reportedly prohibits Berry from having overnight visits with their son. In addition to the custody decision, Judge Shelley L. Kaufman dissolved a temporary domestic violence restraining order that Martinez had previously sought to make permanent against Berry.

However, TMZ claims that the judge will revisit custody issues in November.

Olivier Martinez’s Restraining Order Request Against Halle Berry Denied

In a separate development, Halle Berry scored a legal win on Thursday, October 29, after a Los Angeles judge denied Olivier Martinez’s request for a permanent domestic violence restraining order against her and dissolved the temporary order, per Us Weekly. Following the hearing, Berry’s attorney, Marina Beck, said they were “extremely pleased” with the decision and emphasized that the actress remains focused on her family’s well-being.

An eyewitness also told the outlet that Berry appeared “ecstatic” after the ruling, with the Oscar winner seen smiling and embracing her fiancé, Van Hunt, outside the courtroom. However, a source familiar with the proceedings clarified that Thursday’s hearing was not a custody hearing, and the temporary custody arrangements established under the restraining order remain in place for now, pending a future hearing.

Halle Berry’s Instagram Seemingly Shares Cryptic Quote Amid Custody Battle

Did Halle Berry throw a little shade amid her ongoing custody drama with Olivier Martinez? ‘Cause the actress’ Instagram Story raised eyebrows Monday night after a cryptic quote. The post read, “If kids disrespect their mom, the root cause often traces back to their relationship with the father.” However, before folks could run with the message as a possible subliminal aimed at Martinez, sources close to Berry told TMZ that the actress did not make the post and that they’re investigating how it ended up on her account.

What Exactly Is All Of This About?

As previously reported, Martinez had alleged that Maceo sent him text messages claiming that Berry abused him while he was playing a virtual reality game. He also reportedly accused Berry of displaying hostility toward him in the past. Berry denied the allegations, maintaining in court papers that she has never physically, emotionally, or otherwise abused their son. “I have never physically, emotionally, or otherwise abused Maceo,” Berry stated in her court filing. She also emphasized her work supporting victims of domestic violence, adding that she would never harm their child.

RELATED: Whew! New Picture Of Halle Berry During Alleged Altercation With Son Has Folks Sounding OFF (PHOTO)

Christa Pike has issued a statement following the Tennessee Department of Corrections’ attempt to execute her last month. Pike survived the botched execution on Wednesday, September 30, despite being given two lethal injections.

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Christa Pike Survives Execution In Tennessee

Christa Pike released a statement after surviving a botched execution by the Tennessee Department of Corrections. The Shade Room reported that the State of Tennessee failed to execute Pike at the Riverbend Maximum Security Institution last month. Pike was reportedly given two fatal doses of the drug pentobarbital, according to The Tennessean. Pike was administered the drug at the facility in Nashville.

Pentobarbital is reportedly used for lethal injections because it suppresses breathing and induces comas at high doses. According to the National Library of Medicine, two to ten grams of the drug is fatal within 15 to 30 minutes. However, Pike was still breathing after the second injection and was rushed to the hospital.

Her attorneys, Randy Spivey and Kelly Gleason, said during a hearing in August that the 50-year-old was diagnosed with thrombocytosis, according to PBS. They added that the vein condition would make it difficult to locate a viable vein on Pike.

The staff reportedly used at least 10 needles trying to locate a vein on Pike. At the time of the execution attempt, Pike reportedly said, “My arm feels like it’s about to burst open.” 

Pike reportedly spent several days unconscious and on a ventilator. In addition, she was not expected to survive. The execution of Tony Carruthers in Tennessee earlier this year was also botched when they couldn’t locate a vein for the IV, according to WSFB. Dr. Mark Fowler oversaw both botched executions.

Christa Pike Issues Statement After Botched Execution

Pike issued a statement one month after surviving the execution attempt, and she noted the physical and emotional toll the ordeal has taken on her, per WKRN. Furthermore, she described waking up in the hospital confused. Pike reportedly dictated the statement to her legal team, per ABC News.

“One month ago on September 30, I walked into the execution chamber at Riverbend men’s prison prepared to die,” she wrote. “I had made my peace. I had told the people who loved me, supported me, and stood by me through the years; I was grateful for them. I had also told the people in the room who were there to witness my execution that I was leaving them in loving kindness. Several days later I woke up alone in a hospital, confused and in pain. There hasn’t been a moment since that night when I haven’t been in pain. My body hurts. My arms hurt. My hands hurt. My throat hurts. I still struggle to speak. And the pain isn’t just physical. There is pain in my mind and in my soul. I had not contemplated life beyond that night, and I’m deeply hurt by the incompetence that has put so many people in this terrible position.”

She also showed remorse for her victim’s family. Pike was convicted of first-degree murder for the 1995 brutal death of her classmate, Colleen Slemmer, in Knoxville.

“I continue to think about my victim’s family and the terrible pain and loss they have endured,” she continued. “I am recovering, and I know that I am getting stronger. But healing is not the same as being okay. Since that night, I have been largely isolated in the prison’s medical ward, away from other people and the human connections that mean so much to me. That isolation brings its own kind of pain. I spent 28 years in solitary confinement and much of what I am experiencing today is a repeat of that condition. I am searching for meaning in what happened to me. One thing that has given me strength is the extraordinary love and support I have received from people around the world. I am overwhelmed by the kindness and prayers of people I have known for years and complete strangers who have never met me. To know that so many people care about me, that they see me as a human being whose life matters, is something I cannot fully put into words. It is humbling, and it has touched me more deeply than I can explain.”

Pike Thanks First Responders, Doctors And Nurses

Pike also thanked the first responders and hospital staff for caring for her following the failed execution. In addition, she thanked her legal team and “everyone” who has supported her.

“I also want to thank the first responders, doctors, nurses and everyone at the hospital who cared for me,” she wrote. “They treated me with compassion, dignity and respect. I will never forget their kindness. I also want to thank my attorneys and everyone who has fought for me, stood beside me, and refused to give up on me. I don’t know why I survived that night. I don’t know what comes next. Some days, finding hope is harder than others. For now, I am trying to heal, one day at a time. And I am holding on to the love and kindness of so many people who have reminded me that I am not alone. — Christa Pike.”

RELATED: Yikes! Tennessee’s Prison Chief Is Resigning After Failed Execution Of Christa Pike (UPDATE)

Rick Ross‘ felony battery by strangulation charge was reportedly dropped in Miami. Prosecutors reportedly declined to charge Ross with the felony due to insufficient evidence. However, the rapper was charged with a misdemeanor count of battery/domestic violence on Friday, October 30. The charge reportedly stands in addition to a misdemeanor battery charge, per TMZ.

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Felony Battery By Strangulation Charge Reportedly Dropped Against Rick Ross

Rick Ross’ felony battery by strangulation charge was dropped by prosecutors in Miami, according to NBC Miami. As reported by The Shade Room, Ross was arrested in Miami Beach on Thursday, October 1, after his ex-girlfriend, Jazzma Kendrick, accused him of assaulting her. She said that Ross grabbed her by her ponytail, slammed her into a wall, punched her in the chest, and choked her in a jealous rage. In addition, she said he busted her lip.

Ross vehemently denied the claims, calling them “fabricated,” and has pleaded not guilty. In the latest update, the charges were reportedly dropped due to insufficient evidence, TMZ reported.

Ross Charged With Misdemeanor Battery

Kendrick accused Ross of hitting, choking, and using her as “a punching bag” in their home during an August incident. She claimed that the artist was in a jealous rage and choked her until she couldn’t breathe.

“I don’t know a lot of things,” she wrote on social media. “but I do know that a man that puts his hands on me, is a man that never loved me and never will.”

UPDATE: Rapper Arraigned On October 30

As reported by The Shade Room, the rapper’s arraignment following his domestic violence arrest was postponed on Thursday, October 22. The proceedings had originally been rescheduled for Friday, November 6, but prosecutors said they needed more time to decide whether to file charges.

Ross was arraigned on Friday, October 30, per WSVN. However, he did not physically appear before Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Cristina Miranda, per the Miami Herald.

“I’m thrilled,” said Ross’ lawyer about the dropped charge. “Felony charge is very serious.”

Ross denied the charges upon his release earlier in October.

“First and foremost, I’m totally innocent of these fabricated allegations made against myself,” said Ross. “I repeat. I’m totally innocent with these fabricated allegations made against myself. Now, I have an amazing team, such an amazing team, and I’m totally confident that these fabrications will be laid to rest.”

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New day, new stream, and another plot twist unfolding at Blueface’s house! Just when fans thought Chrisean Rock was officially out of the picture, Nevaeh Akira wasted no time reclaiming her spot.

But just when things seemed settled, another unexpected twist had the internet talking! Amid Blueface spending family time with their son, Johnathan Jr., footage surfaced of him and Chrisean together at a nail salon.

And just like that, the internet was left wondering what was really going on between the two following their split.

RELATED: Ready To Repent! Chrisean Rock Cries While Claiming She’d Rather Serve God Than Be Famous (VIDEOS)

Chrisean Rock Speaks Out After Being Spotted With Blueface 

On Wednesday, Chrisean Rock hopped on stream while getting her hair done. As viewers flooded the comments with questions about her viral nail salon sighting with Blueface, Chrisean addressed their relationship.

“Would I ever stream with him ever again? No,” she said. She explained that she still deals with Blueface “because he’s my child’s father.”

However, Chrisean made it clear that she isn’t interested in putting up with their past issues.“I’m not trying either. I have my own. He’s going through something. I’m going through something. I’m minding my business,” she added.  She also spoke about the importance of giving a man his space, especially when he’s going through personal issues.

Chrisean Shares What It Would Take To Work Things Out With Blueface

While reading a comment about what it would take to work things out with Blueface, Chrisean shared her relationship expectations. She explained that she values a partner who remains faithful and intentional, even when they aren’t together.

“All I motherf*** need is intentionality, consistency,” she said. Chrisean also emphasized her focus on personal goals, adding, “Me personally, I’m on a mission.”

Social Media Reacts 

Folks gathered in  The Shade Room Teens’ comment section to react to Chrisean Rock being spotted with Blueface. While some defended her against criticism, others questioned her decision to spend time with him following their split.

Instagram user @dimplezzbabieee wrote, “Because he’s my child’s farther Imao behind a man that SAID that’s not his kid. Embarrassing 🥴🥴🥴”

Instagram user @quana_extremlyblessed added, “You at the nail salon with him because he is your child’s father meanwhile child ain’t no where in sight 🤦🏾‍♀️ 😂😂”

While Instagram user @reee2x wrote, “Girl bye he was just on stream telling naveah he only had 2 Bm’s bye”

Instagram user @tyannadgaf added, “Yall be hating on this girl gtfo n just keep it pushing”

Instagram user @kwill_duhh8 wrote, “Yall love to judge but where yall best friend at that literally do the same thing or even worse lol exactly stop acting like yall don’t know ppl do this on a daily”

While Instagram user @vicktoriabass added, “I LOVE HER HAIR 🔥”

Instagram user @fucktacular_dope wrote, “Girl booo. Im sorry it was a 10 day business day… got the bread move on.. get back to what you were doing before the 10 days. Positivity”

Instagram user @_meshawn added, “Can we go to somebody else house 😂I’m sick of them 🥱 😂”

While Instagram user @luxurious.lay wrote, “I’m annoyed”

Instagram user @diam.onnd_ added, “She literally said 2-3 months ago she would never stream with him again and did exactly that 😂 *, I wish she would just sometimes be a lil honest or atleast stop saying “never” to things she kno she may go back and do”

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Is baby boy here?! Jania Meshell has fans speculating that she and Dejounte Murray have welcomed their little one following her latest TikTok video. The speculation also picked up after Dejounte missed Thursday night’s basketball game between the New Orleans Pelicans and Sacramento Kings.

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Jania Meshell’s  Has Fans Wondering If Her Baby Boy Has Arrived

Jania Meshell has fans speculating she may have welcomed her little one with Dejounte Murray after sharing a video that appears to show her wearing a hospital gown. The speculation picked up after Jania also shared a sweet message on X and responded to a TikTok commenter who appeared to hint that her little one had arrived.

While on TikTok, Jania responded to a commenter who asked, “Is he here, Nene?” alongside several eye emojis. Jania responded, “Yessss.” 

She also took to her Twitter account, sharing a tweet that had fans dropping congratulations after she wrote, “God is Good,” accompanied by a pink heart and a baby emoji.

Social Media Reacts

Fans headed to The Shade Room Teens’ comment section to share their excitement and reactions to the possibility that Jania and Dejounte have welcomed their son.

Dejounte Murray Misses Pelicans Matchup To Celebrate Birth Of His Son

A Miami man, Juan Francisco Carranza, was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly pistol-whipping a child playing ding-dong-ditch.

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Miami Man Allegedly Pistol-Whipped Child Over Game Of Ding-Dong-Ditch

A game of ding-dong ditch in Miami, Florida, ended with a man under arrest and an injured child. Juan Francisco Carranza was arrested on Wednesday, October 28, for allegedly pistol-whipping a juvenile, according to CBS News. The child was reportedly playing ding-dong ditch with friends on Thursday, October 22, when the confrontation occurred.

Deputies from the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office were called to a residence on Friday, October 23, about the reported incident. Once there, two children claimed they were playing ding-dong-ditch — a game in which kids knock on doors and run — with a group of friends at approximately 7:35 p.m. The juveniles told the deputies that all of a sudden, a black Mercedes-Benz pulled up. After that, a man later identified as Francisco Carranza got out and approached the group with a gun. Furthermore, he demanded to know which child was the oldest as he waved the gun in their faces, according to WSVN.

The juveniles said Francisco Carranza hit one of them in the head with the bottom of the gun when they didn’t answer.

Child Reportedly Needed Multiple Stitches

Francisco Carranza allegedly hit the child on the left side of the head, near their left ear. The injury reportedly required multiple stitches at the hospital. Subsequently, Francisco Carranza was arrested on Wednesday evening near his home on Southwest 161st Place.

Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies claim that the 32-year-old partially admitted to the incident. However, he did not answer when asked if he had a gun during the encounter. He is facing felony aggravated child abuse with great bodily harm and aggravated assault with a firearm charges. In addition, his bond was set at $10,000.

Virginia Ding-Dong-Ditch Game Ends In Death

The Shade Room reported that a game of ding-dong-ditch became fatal in Spotsylvania County, Virginia. At approximately 3:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025, Michael Bosworth Jr. was playing ding-dong ditch with friends. In addition, the kids were kicking Tyler Chase Butler’s door and slamming his garage door. Butler lived with his mother and thought they were being robbed. Subsequently, he shot three of the teens, who were completing a TikTok challenge. Bosworth Jr. died from his injuries, and Butler was convicted of second-degree murder in August 2026, according to NBC4 Washington. In addition, he was convicted of attempted second-degree murder for shooting Bosworth’s two friends. His sentencing hearing is scheduled for Friday, October 30.

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