From Touchdowns to Toddlers: Stefon Diggs Confirms He’s Expecting a Son with Cardi B

Cardi B and Stefon Diggs aboard a yacht during a Memorial Day-weekend outing in Miami, in a photo (now deleted) she posted June 1, 2025 captioned “Chapter 5 … Hello Chapter 6.” (Image via Instagram/@iamcardib)

New England Patriots star Stefon Diggs is officially in dad mode — and fashion mode.

The 31-year-old wide receiver confirmed to People at Monday night’s CFDA Fashion Awards that he and rapper Cardi B are expecting their first child together — and it’s a boy.

“It’s a boy. That’s enough for me,” Diggs told People. “I can’t wait to make him do push-ups and sit-ups and run around.”

Diggs’ revelation came hours after his appearance on "Extra," where he and designer Willie Charvarria walked the red carpet together. In that interview, Diggs — dressed in Charvarria’s custom design — didn’t reveal the gender but said the baby was “supposed to happen real soon,” adding with a grin, “Wish us both luck.”

Charvarria, who has styled Diggs for three straight years, described the look as “about Stefon himself — strong, a winner, chiseled at all times.” Diggs told Extra host Mona Kosar Abdi he makes time for the things that matter: “We had a game yesterday, we won. So, we’re bringing a little good luck.”

 

When asked about A$AP Rocky receiving the Fashion Icon Award, Diggs called him “an inspiration for the culture for a very long time,” a nod to the night’s celebration of men’s fashion.

Cardi B, 33, had already shared the pregnancy news in September during a CBS Mornings interview with Gayle King, confirming:

“I’m having a baby with my boyfriend, Stefon Diggs,” the Bronx-born rapper said. “I feel very strong, very powerful that I’m doing all this work — but I’m doing all this work while I’m creating a baby.”

This will be Cardi’s fourth child. She shares three children with her estranged husband, rapper Offset, and is due before her “Little Miss Drama” tour begins in February 2026.

The couple first appeared publicly together at an NBA playoff game in May, cementing one of hip-hop’s most unexpected crossovers — NFL precision meeting Bronx flair. Since then, they’ve traded supportive social media posts, with Diggs writing under one of Cardi’s posts, “Proud of you for staying focused ❤️” and later adding, “100% team boy 💙🙏🏾.”

Now, after a headline-making red-carpet night and a confirmed boy on the way, the receiver who’s mastered route running may be mapping out his most important play yet — fatherhood.

50 Cent Reacts to “Bmf” Cancellation With Viral Lil Meech Post

Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson wasted no time turning bad news into internet comedy after Starz officially canceled his hit crime drama “BMF.”

Within hours of the announcement, the G-Unit mogul posted a photoshopped image of actor Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr. looking disheveled and homeless, captioned, “What next season, little 🥷🏾 @50centaction,” sparking laughter — and controversy — across social media.

The image, shared Tuesday on Instagram, marked another chapter in 50’s long-running feud with the Flenory family, whose real-life story inspired “Black Mafia Family.” Fans and fellow celebrities flooded the comments — from “50 see a roach & demolishes the building 😂” to “Two things I don’t play with…the IRS and 50 Cent.” Even “BMF” star Kris Lofton chimed in, writing simply, “Sheesh.”

Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson posted this edited image to Instagram on Oct. 29, 2025, mocking actor Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr. after Starz canceled the crime drama BMF following its fourth season. The post drew thousands of reactions from fans and celebrities, many joking about 50 Cent’s relentless humor. (Screenshot via Instagram /@50cent)

The cancellation ends one of Starz’s most popular crime sagas. “BMF” debuted in 2021 and dramatized the rise and fall of Detroit brothers Demetrius “Big Meech” and Terry “Southwest T” Flenory, founders of the Black Mafia Family. The real-life Big Meech remains incarcerated; his son Lil Meech portrayed him in the series.

Despite star-studded cameos from Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Lil Baby, 2 Chainz, Saweetie and others, ratings began to flatten in later seasons. Industry sources told Deadline that Starz’s cost-cutting strategy — shifting toward new, cheaper shows — ultimately sealed “BMF’s” fate, not the behind-the-scenes tension between Jackson and the Flenorys.

Still, the drama between 50 Cent and his former lead actor added fuel. Their relationship reportedly soured after Lil Meech appeared in a promo with Rick Ross, one of 50’s longest-standing rivals. 50 later accused Big Meech of cooperating with federal authorities — an allegation the elder Flenory publicly denied — widening the rift even as production continued.

The series finale, “Dreams Deferred,” aired Aug. 15, 2025, ending with Lil Meech’s character being arrested by Detective Von Bryant (Steve Harris). The real-life ending has been just as dramatic: a hit show abruptly cut short and its creator celebrating online while the cast absorbs the fallout.

Despite the cancellation, 50 Cent retains ownership of the “BMF” film rights and says he’s far from finished. He previously teased plans for an expanded “BMF Immortal Universe” and confirmed multiple spin-offs in development under his G-Unit Film & Television banner, which continues to collaborate with Starz on other “Power” franchise series.

Future Adds Winemaker to His Legacy With Launch of Roué Brand

Grammy-winning artist and entrepreneur Future unveils Roué, a fine-wine and cocktail label inspired by his artistry and cultural influence. (Photo by Virgile Guinard / Courtesy of Roué)

Future has never been afraid to rewrite the rules — not in trap music, fashion, or now, the wine aisle.
The Grammy-winning rapper and entrepreneur, born Nayvadius Wilburn, has unveiled Roué, a new line of fine wines and ready-to-drink cocktails that fuses creativity, culture, and craftsmanship into a single pour.

The move feels on brand for an artist who’s turned every era of his career into a reinvention — from his early "Dirty Sprite" mixtape run to his Grammy win for “King’s Dead” and chart-topping dominance with “Mask Off” and “Life Is Good.” Now, he’s setting his sights on the beverage world with the same blend of precision and ambition that made him one of hip-hop’s most influential figures.

“I enjoy wine, but couldn’t find a brand that truly reflected me — something current, innovative and connected to the culture,” Future said in a statement. “So, I created it. Roué is about bringing diversity into the wine world and showing what’s possible when creativity and culture collide.”

Roué launches with two premium wines — a 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon made from 100 percent organic grapes in Paso Robles, California, and a 2024 Sauvignon Blanc from Lake County — alongside two ready-to-drink cocktails: Ruby Passion and Lemon Lust. Each bottle arrives in custom multifaceted packaging, a visual nod to Future’s own evolution from mixtape trailblazer to global tastemaker.

The wines are rooted in sustainability as much as style according to the brand. Roué’s California growers use eco-friendly methods and high-altitude harvests to emphasize texture, aroma, and a clean, fruit-forward finish. For the cocktails, Future’s team blends premium wine with real fruit essences and natural juices, bottled in embossed glass rather than the standard aluminum can — another quiet rejection of convention.

Co-founded with beverage industry veteran Ryan Ayotte, Roué partners with Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits and Georgia Crown Distributing Co., giving it instant reach in both national and local markets. It will launch first in Georgia, Florida and California through major retailers such as BevMo, GoPuff and Total Wine, and will be available for direct purchase in 44 states via drinkroue.com. The suggested retail prices: $29.99 for the wines and $14.99 for a four-pack of cocktails.

“Roué represents a commitment to quality and a contemporary approach to how wine and ready-to-drink beverages are perceived and enjoyed,” Ayotte said. “It’s for the dreamers, the disruptors, and the trailblazers who refuse to be defined by convention.”

From the trap house to the tasting room, Future has built a career on making audacious moves look effortless. But Roué isn’t just a flex — it’s a statement of intent. The design mirrors his shape-shifting artistry, the product reflects his pursuit of perfection and the mission folds his cultural DNA into an industry that rarely makes room for it.

Mickey Factz Takes Over Black Thought’s 'Art of the MC' Course at NYU

Rapper and educator Mickey Factz, newly appointed adjunct professor at New York University’s Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music, will teach “The Art of the MC” beginning Oct. 23. The course, previously taught by Black Thought of The Roots, explores the craft and culture of lyricism in hip-hop. (Photo courtesy of NYU Clive Davis Institute)

Mickey Factz is headed back to class — this time at the front of it. New York University’s Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music has appointed the Bronx lyricist as an adjunct professor to teach The Art of the MC, a seven-week fall course that digs into the craft, culture and history of emceeing.

The class begins Oct. 23 and, according to the institute, picks up a lineage previously carried by Black Thought of The Roots, bringing a working pen from hip-hop’s blog era into a university room where students write, perform and defend their bars.

“It’s an honor to continue the legacy of MCs that preceded me to teach at the Clive Davis Institute,” Mickey said in the program’s announcement. “I’ll be bringing my expertise, wealth of knowledge and mentoring to a historic space such as NYU… Long, live, lyricism. Class is in session. Literally.”

The institute’s performance area head, JD Samson, put it plainly: “His dedication to teaching and his artistic vision will be a massive asset to our students and community,” calling his approach “groundbreaking hip-hop pedagogy.”

Mickey Factz — Career Highlights

A concise, verified snapshot for readers

Profile

• Full name: Mark Anthony Williams Jr. (aka Mickey Factz); Bronx, New York.
• Known for: elite lyricism, meticulous craft, and bridging hip-hop and academia.

Breakthroughs

• Mid/late-2000s blog-era run with mixtapes including “In Search of N*E*R*D,” “The Leak Vol. 1 & 2,” and “Mickey MauSe.”
• XXL Freshman Class (2009), spotlighting rising artists of the moment.
• Collaborative ties over the years include Drake, Lupe Fiasco, and others.

Selected Releases & Projects

• Notable projects: “The Achievement,” “The New Museum,” “Love.Lust.Lost,” “#Y,” and “the dark phoenix #ALPHA.”
• Signed with Battery/Jive (2010) during his major-label chapter.

Education & Teaching

• Co-founder of Pendulum Ink, a rap academy focused on lyricism, performance, and craft discipline.
• Adjunct Professor, NYU Clive Davis Institute (course: “The Art of the MC,” fall 2025), continuing a lineage that has included Black Thought, Questlove, Pharrell Williams and Swizz Beatz.

Cultural Impact

• Advocates for “long live lyricism”: treating MC’ing as a rigorous discipline with history, theory, and technique.
• Active in battle-rap circles; brings stagecraft, structure, and bar-for-bar analysis into the classroom.

The curriculum reads like a cipher with a syllabus: lyrical analysis, freestyle development, song structure, breath and projection, stage presence, and the evolution of rap as both art form and culture. Students are expected to trace a line from the pioneers to today’s streaming-first scene, then apply the lessons in original work that can actually hold weight in a room full of peers. The idea isn’t to canonize a single “right” way to rhyme — it’s to make students conversant in form, fearless in performance, and precise on the page.

Factz, who broke through as a 2009 XXL Freshman and built a catalog of densely written projects during the blog era, comes to NYU with more than two decades of writing, touring and teaching behind him. His extracurriculars underscore the fit: Pendulum Ink, the rap-craft academy he co-founded, has been training MCs in storytelling, rhythm and delivery — essentially, the same muscles this class intends to develop. If the university is where industry meets inquiry, a practitioner-teacher who lives the work is the point.

There’s a larger story here, too. The Clive Davis Institute has spent the past decade normalizing hip-hop in higher ed not as case study or museum piece but as living practice. Q-Tip co-taught a course on the intersection of jazz and hip-hop in 2018; Swizz Beatz has held a faculty role guiding production and mentoring; Questlove and Pharrell Williams have led seminars on history, creation and business. Each appointment pushes the idea that the people who shaped the music are best positioned to teach its language and its ethics.

Following Black Thought in this specific course also matters. It signals continuity of a high bar: technical excellence married to context. Where Thought is an exemplar of breath control, pocket and live-band poise, Mickey’s value add is micro-surgical writing and workshop rigor — skills that can move a verse from “good” to “publishable,” whether the dream is a Tiny Desk or a festival slot. For students, that continuity is the difference between a guest lecture and a real pipeline.

It’s also part of a broader shift: hip-hop’s elders and working artists are claiming educational spaces on their own terms. The move legitimizes what fans already know — that MCing is a discipline with theory, technique and lineage — and it forces institutions to meet the culture where it lives. An NYU classroom won’t make an artist, but a serious class can shorten the distance between taste and technique, and between potential and performance.

Grammy Winner D’Angelo Dies at 51 After Private Battle With Cancer

D’Angelo, shown here in a promotional image for his 2000 album “Voodoo,” was one of the defining voices of modern soul. The Grammy-winning singer and multi-instrumentalist died at 51 after a private battle with pancreatic cancer, his family confirmed on Tuesday. (Photo: RCA Records)

The music world is in mourning: D’Angelo, the elusive and influential neo-soul pioneer whose voice defined a generation of R&B, has died at 51 after a private battle with pancreatic cancer his family and multiple media outlets confirmed on Tuesday. Reports indicate he passed away over the weekend.

Born Michael Eugene Archer in Richmond, Virginia, D’Angelo was among the architects of the modern soul revival that fused gospel roots, hip-hop sensibility, and jazz freedom. 

His debut album, “Brown Sugar,” in 1995 announced a new kind of groove — live instrumentation wrapped around lyrics that were sensual, spiritual and raw. 

The follow-up, “Voodoo,” in 2000 elevated him to icon status and earned two Grammys. Fourteen years later, his surprise return with “Black Messiah” turned reflection into revolution.

In recent years, D’Angelo had stepped out of the spotlight again. In May, he canceled a headlining slot at the Roots Picnic, citing complications from surgery. “I’m not 100 percent yet, but I’m working my way there,” a representative said at the time.

Tributes began flooding social media from peers and admirers who saw him as both innovator and spiritual force.

“Such a sad loss to the passing of D’Angelo. We have so many great times. Gonna miss you so much. Sleep peacefully D’ — Love you KING,” wrote DJ Premier on X, formerly Twitter.

“My sources tell me that D’Angelo has passed. Wow. I have no words. May he rest in perfect peace,” journalist Marc Lamont Hill posted.

Producer Alchemist added simply: “Man. Rest in peace D’Angelo.”

Fans filled his Instagram comments with heartbreak emojis and lyrics from “Untitled (How Does It Feel),” the 2000 single whose slow burn redefined intimacy on record and screen. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame called him “a singular voice who bridged past and future — the sound of vulnerability made holy.”

Through just three studio albums, D’Angelo reshaped the sound of R&B. With Questlove, Erykah Badu, Common and J Dilla, he helped create the Soulquarians collective that blurred lines between genres and generations.

D’Angelo is survived by his two children, Michael Jr. and Imani Archer. He was previously in a longtime relationship with singer Angie Stone, who collaborated with him early in his career and shared his deep gospel and soul roots. 

Their creative and romantic partnership helped shape the direction of his first album, “Brown Sugar.” Stone died in March at 63, a loss that friends said deeply affected him.