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Content creators, cultural curators, and creative connectors came together as Refinery29, R29 SOMOS, and Society18 held a buzzy bash in the Big Easy.

The brands kicked off ESSENCE Fest 2026 with an exclusive creator celebration at the Peacock Room inside the Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, where influencers, brand execs, and tastemakers mixed and mingled.

Sponsored by New Balance, RevAir and KISS Colors & Care, the stylish soirée celebrated the intersection of Black and Latino creators while fostering fresh collaborations.

Amid a sea of influence, guests sipped signature cocktails, posed for pics, and walked away with complimentary New Balance sneakers.

Leading the celebration was Society18 founder and CEO Pamela Zapata, whose multicultural influencer agency has become a powerhouse in creator marketing while championing creators of color.

The executive launched the company after recognizing what she called a glaring gap in the influencer industry, where creators of color were often underrepresented in campaigns and undervalued in brand partnerships.

“There was a need to address the issue,” Zapata previously said of Society18’s founding to Authority Magazine. “I wanted to work directly with multicultural and multiethnic content creators to help them understand their value while also helping advise brands and agencies on the importance of strategically including diverse influencers into their brand campaigns.”

Now, with her vision realized, Zapata welcomed a who’s who of creators and brand builders to one of ESSENCE Fest’s most sought-after celebrations.

Seen on the scene were Heart & Hustle: Houston star Muneera Page, Belle Collective’s Kerri Paul, Curly Culture and CurlyCon LA founder Ava Pearl, media personality Rodney Smith, hip-hop artist JV Mel, Ron Clark Academy executive Kirk Brown, and numerous fashion, beauty, and lifestyle creators from across the country.

Other content creators spotted included Tisia, Candace Junee, Natasha Greene, Iesha Gilchrist, Jewellianna Palencia, Hermela Lamps, Marie Mansaray-Lahai, Tina Meeks, Kay Davenport, Tyler Whitney, Alyssa Marie, Ashley Morgan, Kourtney Marsh, Charis Smith, Crystal Obasanya, Julianna Simmons, Tay Marsh and Casey Hinds.

What do YOU think about Society18, Refinery29 & R29 SOMOS’ buzzy bash?

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New Orleans’ temperature wasn’t the only thing sizzling as a beauty boss brought bayou blessings to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center with a star-studded booth.

Before the ESSENCE Fest Superdome shows, celebrity hairstylist and entrepreneur Cliff Vmir was drawing crowds of his own.

The founder of viral haircare brand FEMMÈ turned his ESSENCE Fest BeautyCon booth into a hot spot with appearances from Cardi B…

Teyana Taylor…

Coi Leray…

Loren Lorosa…

and Yandy Smith.

Known for styling stars including Cardi, Sexyy Red, and Jazmine Sullivan, Cliff has transformed his talent behind the chair into a thriving beauty empire. A press release reports that his self-financed Atlanta headquarters now houses a salon, storefront and warehouse, while FEMMÈ has surpassed 100,000 monthly TikTok product sales and expanded into more than 250 beauty supply stores nationwide.

What do YOU think about the celebs seen on the scene at Cliff Vmir’s ESSENCE Fest booth?

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Karmelo Anthony’s family and new legal team aren’t accepting that janky guilty verdict without a fight.

Just one month after a completely non-Black Texas jury convicted the now-19-year-old of murdering fellow high school student Austin Metcalf and sentenced him to 35 years behind bars, Anthony’s attorneys are asking the court to reconsider all the circumstances surrounding the trial. According to TMZ, the defense has filed two major motions, one requesting an entirely new trial, and another demanding that Judge John Roach step aside from any future proceedings in the case.

Anthony’s lawyers argue that Roach shouldn’t be the one deciding whether their client deserves another shot in court, saying a different judge should handle those questions. They’re also asking Roach to recuse himself from all remaining post-trial matters.

The Guardian reports that Anthony’s attorneys claim prosecutors violated his constitutional rights in multiple ways during the trial. Among their biggest arguments is that prosecutors allegedly pressured Anthony into giving up his right to testify in his own defense by warning that doing so would open the door to damaging character evidence. The defense also contends prosecutors broke an off-the-record agreement to avoid introducing evidence about either teenager’s past behavior or reputation.

Anthony’s legal team is also challenging the court’s restrictions on cameras and livestreams, arguing those limits violated his right to a public trial. They further claim the jury instructions improperly weakened the centerpiece of his defense throughout the case, his self-defense argument.

“On a record in which self-defense was the heart of the case, that error was not harmless, and it requires a new trial,” the lawyers wrote in the motion.

Prosecutors, however, are doing their best to put the kibosh on the motions. First Assistant District Attorney Bill Wirskye has rejected the allegations, insisting the trial was conducted ethically and in accordance with the court’s rulings. He said the state will formally respond to the motions in the coming weeks while standing by the jury’s unanimous guilty verdict.

Whether these arguments convince an appellate court remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Anthony’s legal team is pulling out every possible play in hopes of overturning one of the most closely watched murder convictions in recent Texas history.

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The Cheetah Girls are officially making their long-awaited comeback, and Raven-Symoné is leading the reunion.

More than 20 years after the beloved Disney Channel Original Movie first introduced fans to Galleria, Chanel, Dorinda and Aqua, Disney has greenlit The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen, a brand-new movie for Disney Channel and Disney+ that will see Raven-Symoné reprise her iconic role as Galleria Garibaldi.

The actress is also serving as an executive producer alongside longtime franchise producer Debra Martin Chase, marking her return both in front of and behind the camera.

Fans can also look forward to the return of Adrienne Bailon, who reprises her role as Chanel Simmons. Lynn Whitfield and Lori Alter are also back as Dorothea and Juanita, while Sabrina Bryan will make a special appearance as Dorinda. Sophia Bush has joined the cast in a supporting role as Jennifré.

Production on the music-driven film begins this month in South Africa.

While familiar faces are returning, the story introduces a fresh group of young stars ready to carry the franchise forward.

Leah Sava’ Jeffries (“Percy Jackson and the Olympians”) stars as Faith, Galleria’s daughter, alongside Carmen Sanchez as Chanel’s younger sister Dior, Kaileen Chang as Ruby and Sophie Lennon as Brooklyn. Newcomer Kamogelo Ramashala, a South African actor discovered through Disney’s global open casting call, rounds out the group as Kendi.

The film follows Galleria and Chanel as they travel to Africa with Faith and her three friends to volunteer at a wildlife sanctuary. Along the way, the four teens discover the meaning of friendship, find their own voices and embrace the Cheetah spirit as they work to save the preserve before ultimately becoming the next generation of Cheetah Girls.

Debra Martin Chase, who executive produced the original trilogy, returns alongside Raven-Symoné. The film is directed and co-produced by Bille Woodruff from a screenplay by Kara Holden, Sarah Watson and Deborah Swisher. Adrienne Bailon also serves as a co-producer, with choreography by Kyle Hanagami.

“The Cheetah Girls has always been about friendship, music, and empowering young people to use their voice,” said Ayo Davis, president of Disney Kids & Family. “That spirit connected deeply with a generation of fans, and it still resonates today. Bringing this dynamic new group of young stars to the franchise allows us to continue that legacy for a new era of kids and families.”

A franchise that never lost its roar

The original The Cheetah Girls premiered in 2003 and quickly became one of Disney Channel’s biggest successes, topping ratings across broadcast and cable. Its sequels, The Cheetah Girls 2 and The Cheetah Girls: One World, continued the franchise’s popularity, helping cement the group as one of Disney’s most beloved musical acts.

Even years after the final film, the franchise has remained a favorite among millennials and Gen Z audiences. Clips from the movies continue to go viral online, while fans regularly revisit the group’s music, fashion and messages of friendship and self-expression across social media.

The announcement arrives during a nostalgic year for Disney, which is also celebrating milestone anniversaries for High School Musical and Hannah Montana. New installments including Descendants: Wicked Wonderland and Camp Rock 3 are also slated to debut this summer.

In the meantime, fans can revisit Galleria’s original journey, as all three The Cheetah Girls movies are currently streaming on Disney+.

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BET is beefing up its comedy slate with Lot Patrol, a mockumentary that delivers backstage bedlam and big belly laughs courtesy of a dastardly dysfunctional security crew keeping a Hollywood studio lot in check.

Ahead of the series premiere on June 30, cast members Skeet Carter, Tamera Kissen, and Carl Anthony Payne II opened up to BOSSIP’s very own Lauryn Bass about what drew them to the project.

From the family atmosphere on set to why they believe the series could become the next comedy obsession, viewers are in for some laughs. 

For Carter, the opportunity was an easy yes.

“What stood out to me was sitcom season regular, signing for a couple seasons, I’m in the forefront of making the world laugh,” Carter told Bass. “Sign me up. That’s what I seen, and I was ready to go.”

The comedian joked that while the series centers on a group of security guards, viewers should not expect his character to be particularly effective at the job.

“I could be a security guard and protect nothing, because that’s what I didn’t do,” he laughed. “I just wanted to have fun, and that’s what the script seemed like to me.”

Meanwhile, Kissen said joining the ensemble felt more like reuniting with friends than starting a new job.

“It just felt like hanging out with my friends,” she said. “It’s a cast of people that I’ve known and worked with before, seen in the comedy world, and it just felt like coming all together, hanging out, having fun, creating magic.”

She added that stepping into the role of a female security guard offered a unique perspective and gave her the opportunity to bring something fresh to the screen.

Carl Anthony Payne Sees Similarities To Modern Mockumentary Hits

For Payne, one of the biggest draws was the show’s mockumentary format, which allows characters to break the fourth wall and speak directly to viewers.

“I love those comedy shows that make fun of other things satirically,” Payne explained. “The whole mockumentary style, I love that.”

While discussing where Lot Patrol fits within the comedy landscape, Payne compared the format to one of television’s most successful modern workplace comedies.

“The closest thing with a mostly Black cast would be Abbott Elementary in this particular genre of comedy,” he said.

The veteran actor also noted that the role allows audiences to see a different side of him while still delivering the comedic energy fans have come to expect throughout his career.

Behind The Scenes: Plenty Of Laughs And Improvisation

When asked about the funniest moments on set, the cast admitted that filming often turned into a comedy show of its own.

Kissen revealed that cast members frequently adjusted lines during filming, which sometimes led to hilarious confusion.

“Sometimes we’d change lines on our own to make it fit better,” she said. “And then somebody wouldn’t even understand their own joke.”

The result? Plenty of friendly roasting among castmates.

“We’d just start bagging on each other,” she recalled. “I’d be like, ‘Bro, that joke’s not funny.’”

The cast also praised comedian DeRay Davis for keeping everyone on their toes with his unpredictable improvisation.

“DeRay is so great, it’s bad,” Carter joked. “He’s never doing a take the same way twice.”

Payne agreed, adding that Davis constantly surprised the cast with new comedic choices during every scene.

More Than A Comedy

The cast emphasized that Lot Patrol reflects real experiences from inside the entertainment industry.

Because the series is set on a Hollywood studio lot, many of the situations stem from real-world frustrations, awkward encounters, and behind-the-scenes moments actors encounter throughout their careers.

“We’re really exaggerating some of those moments,” Payne explained. “Or leaning into some of those moments.”

The cast also credited creator Manny Halley for bringing the long-gestating project to life. They say this project is seven years in the making. 

Bringing Back The TV Conversation

As streaming continues to dominate entertainment, Payne said one of his biggest hopes is that Lot Patrol helps revive the communal viewing experience that once defined television.

“I want people to come away with that feeling of making TV great again,” he said. “That TV can be fun, and we can all have something to talk about on Wednesday like we used to.”

Kissen is also eager to see how audiences respond online, particularly through GIFs, memes, and viral moments inspired by the show’s characters.

With a cast of comedians and actors bringing their own experiences and personalities into the mix, Lot Patrol appears ready to deliver plenty of quotable moments, workplace chaos, and laugh-out-loud surprises.

Lot Patrol airs Tuesdays at 10/9c as part of BET’s Family Fun Night lineup.

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Rumors are swirling that Will and Jada Pinkett Smith may have traded their “entanglement” era for a reunion, with reports claiming they’re back booed up and living under one roof after years apart.

Nearly three years after Jada stunned the internet by revealing in her memoir Worthy that she and Will had actually been separated since 2016, new reports from PEOPLE claim the longtime couple is once again living together. According to a source, Jada quietly moved back in with Will about two years ago, suggesting the pair has been rebuilding their relationship away from the public eye.

The update comes as a surprise to many because the Smiths have spent years redefining what marriage looks like for them. As previously reported, Jada revealed during her 2023 press tour that although she and Will were never legally divorced, they had been living what she described as “completely separate lives” after separating in 2016. She admitted the two simply were not ready to publicly explain their relationship while they were still figuring it out themselves.

Now, that chapter appears to have evolved once again according to PEOPLE’s exclusive. An insider says Jada moved back into the family home two years ago and that the couple is “happy,” still “deeply in love”, and committed to supporting one another. The source also noted that Jada recently joined Will during Fourth of July celebrations in Philadelphia, where he eventually performed alongside The Roots after the weather delayed the event until nearly 2 a.m.

The couple has also been presenting a united front while supporting their children. Will and Jada appeared together in Paris during Paris Fashion Week alongside Jaden, Willow, Trey Smith, and Adrienne Banfield Norris to celebrate Jaden’s work with Christian Louboutin.

Naturally, social media has plenty to say about the latest relationship update. During a recent episode of The Breakfast Club, Charlamagne Tha God joked that Jada should “launch a Substack” so fans can keep up with the constant changes in the couple’s relationship status. As reported by Complex, Charlamagne quipped that people need regular updates and even suggested it may be time for Red Table Talk to return.

Whether this means the Smiths are officially back together romantically or simply continuing to define marriage on their own terms remains unclear. We do see that Will and Jada continue to do things their way, and the internet is never not involved. 

RELATED: Hillman’s Hottest: Jada Pinkett Smith Reprising Role Of Lena James For Netflix’s ‘A Different World’ Reboot

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The nominations for the 2026 Emmy Awards are here, highlighting the best performances in television this year, and some familiar faces are up for trophies.

The nominations were unveiled on Wednesday during a livestream hosted by The Bear star Liza Colón-Zayas and Widow’s Bay actor Jeff Hiller, alongside Cris Abrego.

Leading the field was The Pitt with 25 nominations, followed closely by Hacks with 24. Apple TV+’s breakout horror-comedy Widow’s Bay scored an impressive 19 nominations in its first season, while Pluribus earned 18. Beef landed 16 nominations, and DTF St. Louis picked up 13.

To qualify for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, programs had to air between June 1, 2025, and May 31, 2026. The ceremony will take place Sept. 14 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, with Mariska Hargitay set to host.

Already in the middle of one of the biggest years of her career, Zendaya added another accolade to her growing list of achievements with a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her performance as Rue in Euphoria.

The nomination marks her third in the category and her sixth Emmy nomination overall. Zendaya previously won the award in 2020 and 2022, becoming both the youngest winner in the category’s history and the first Black actress to take home the trophy twice.

This year, she’ll compete against Carrie Coon, Chase Infiniti, Keri Russell and Rhea Seehorn.

The nomination adds to what has already been a massive 2026 for Zendaya. She has been front and center in some of the year’s most anticipated films, including The Drama, The Odyssey, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and Dune: Part Three.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe also earned a notable breakthrough this year thanks to Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Wonder Man.

Abdul-Mateen received a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, a rare achievement for a Marvel television project. While Marvel productions regularly earn recognition for visual effects, production design and other technical categories, major acting nominations have been far less common.

The actor will face stiff competition from Steve Carell for Rooster, Matthew Rhys for Widow’s Bay, Jason Segel for Shrinking, and Martin Short for Only Murders in the Building.

Marvel’s last major awards breakthrough came in 2025 when Kathryn Hahn earned a Golden Globe nomination for Agatha All Along. Before that, WandaVision made a splash during the 2021 awards season with acting nominations for Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany, along with multiple Emmy nominations across several categories.

Now, more than a dozen Marvel series later, the franchise is back in a major Emmy race thanks to Wonder Man and Abdul-Mateen’s standout performance.

One of the biggest breakthrough stories of the year belongs to Chase Infiniti. The rising star earned her first Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her performance as Agnes in The Testaments.

The nomination marks another major milestone for the Indianapolis native, whose profile has skyrocketed over the past two years. Now, she’ll compete alongside some of television’s most accomplished actresses, further cementing her status as one of Hollywood’s fastest-rising young talents.

With Zendaya continuing her awards-season reign, Abdul-Mateen helping Marvel break into a major acting category, and Infiniti landing her first Emmy nod, all three emerged as some of the standout names when this year’s nominations were announced.

Check out a full list of nominees after the flip:

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“She said what she said, chile!”

Cynthia Bailey recently weighed in on one of #RHOA season 17’s biggest controversies: K. Michelle’s claims that Porsha Williams’ oyster moment was part of a “scheme” and a “plot”, something Cynthia believes was nothing more than a coincidence.

During an appearance on Page Six’s Virtual Reali-Tea, which debuted July 6, Bailey dished on the season’s most talked-about feuds, defended several of her castmates, reflected on fractured Bravo friendships, and even revealed which original Housewife she’d love to see return to Atlanta.

Cynthia Bailey On Virtual-Reali-Tea: Is someone really plotting against K.Michelle? Here’s what she thinks.

One of the hottest topics this season has been K. Michelle’s claim that castmates Porsha Williams, Drew Sidora, and Phaedra Parks were allegedly plotting to damage her career by spreading rumors about her feminine hygiene and more. Bailey, however, says she simply doesn’t see it.

“I do not feel like people are actually plotting against K,” Bailey told Virtual Reali-Tea hosts Evan Real and Danny Murphy. “When you say ‘plot’ and ‘scheme,’ those words are very intentional and strong. So, I don’t know if K is for everyone but I dont know of a plot and a scheme per say.”

While Bailey acknowledged that K. Michelle may be reacting to something she experienced, she noted that her “friend of” role meant she wasn’t present for every interaction. Still, she’s looking forward to getting answers at the reunion.

“From what I know from the ladies that I’ve been around, I know nothing of a plot and a scheme. But I really am excited to get to the bottom of it.”

Bailey also shut down fan speculation that Porsha Williams intentionally shaded K. Michelle with her now-viral oyster comment.

“It was just a coincidence,” she said, explaining that she was the only cast member who actually ordered oysters that night. “I love oysters and sushi, that’s my thing. So I feel like, in that moment… if [there was] any kind of shade, Kelli had literally just shaded Porsha’s coochie calling it a Fritos Hot Pocket…I don’t feel like any of that was ever directed toward K.

According to Bailey, the cast was genuinely excited when they learned K. Michelle would be joining the show — especially Porsha.

“I wanted to really to make sure that K felt comfortable with the group, you know what I’m saying, because I felt like although she’s been on a reality show, she’s never done Housewives, and it’s a very different format. So, with that said, I would always wanted the new girls to feel comfortable, Pinky as well.”

Cynthia Bailey Hopes Porsha Williams and Shamea Morton Can Reconcile

Bailey also opened up about the emotional fallout between longtime friends Porsha Williams and Shamea Morton. While she said the pair had been making progress for much of the season, things took a turn once the cast traveled to Scotland.

“I will say, up until when we got to Scotland, I felt like from what I was seeing, they were able to really navigate a kind of cordial relationship, and you know, as someone who’s been on the show for so long, like I’ve been in that position where you’re on the outs with a good friend, like you know, like NeNe and all of them, so it’s tough,” she explained. “But you still like work with these people, so you still have to see them in real life… you make it through and it’s not easy, so my heart really goes out to both of them, because it’s a very uncomfortable situation, but I think they’ve been doing good, well, they were until we got Scotland, child.”

Cynthia Bailey says Shamea should have given Drew Sidora her singing props during her National Anthem set.

Bailey also defended Drew Sidora after her national anthem performance became the butt of a joke on the show, saying she didn’t appreciate the criticism.

“I didn’t like that,” Bailey said. “Shamea is a very talented singer, I’m not saying that everyone is Beyoncé  on the cast. What I’m saying is… I feel like singing is something that’s very passionate, very personal. I just felt like they could have her that …Drew is an amazing singer,” she clarified.

The One RHOA OG Cynthia Bailey Wants Back

Looking toward the future, Bailey didn’t hesitate when asked which original Atlanta Housewife she’d most like to see return.

“I would have to say NeNe,” Bailey said, crediting NeNe Leakes with bringing her onto the series in Season 3.

Bailey also teased that fans will get to see Leakes receive her “well-deserved flowers” during Bravo’s upcoming 20th anniversary celebration of The Real Housewives franchise through The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th special, which premieres Aug. 9.

“It was really like a trip down memory lane,” the reality TV star gushed.

With reunion questions still looming and friendships hanging in the balance, Bailey made one thing clear: she’s ready to see the truth come out when the ladies finally sit down to address Season 17’s biggest drama at the upcoming reunion. Thoughts?

RELATED CONTENT: Drew Sidora Says She Fired A Team Member For Shading Kelli Ferrell After #RHOA Restaurateur’s #DrowningDrew Diss

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The essence of fineness!

The stunners sheauxed up and sheauxed out at this year’s energy-elevating ESSENCE Fest where culture collided with community at the star-powered spectacular in the heart of NOLA.

Basking in immaculate vibes, attendees were treated to free goodies at immersive activations, delicious eats at (literally) every corner, epic performances at the sold out Superdome, informative panel discussions, and more while serving every flavor of FINE in fabulous fashions.

Setting the tone for the weekend was beauty behemoth Brown Sugar Babe which brought together the boldest (and baddest) bombshells for an exquisite French Kiss affair celebrating PRIVÉ—an exciting new chapter for the wildly popular brand.

Designed for those who appreciate elevated fragrance, timeless details, and luxury in every layer, guests were the first to step inside the world of PRIVÉ and experience what’s next for BSB.

Dripping with opulence, the exclusive soirée set the tone for the brand’s weekend-winning presence inside Beautycon where they handed out must-have gift bags to seas of excited guests inside the convention center.

Have you ordered from Brown Sugar Babe? If so, which product? If not, what are you waiting on?? Tell us down below and enjoy our gallery of fly girlies, vibrant hautties, and beauty bombshells who stunned at this year’s ESSENCE Fest on the flip.

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The latest development in the saga between Big Tigger, born Darian Morgan, and his estranged wife is raising eyebrows, as it involves an alleged kidnapping.

The radio personality’s wife, Alicia Brown, has been arrested in Georgia on a warrant related to kidnapping. According to reports from TMZ, the Hart County Sheriff’s Office tracked down Brown’s SUV on Monday, July 6, after receiving a BOLO (“be on the lookout”) connected to outstanding kidnapping-related warrants out of Maryland.

Authorities told the outlet that Brown was arrested without incident during a felony traffic stop on Interstate 85. Two young children were inside the vehicle with her, and at the traffic stop, they were safely recovered. Big Tigger’s child, whom he shares with Brown, was one of the kids in the car.

Per investigators, the Maryland warrants stem from the 2019 disappearance of a 10-year-old child. Now that she’s been arrested, Brown reportedly faces a felony interference with child custody charge in Georgia, with officials saying she’ll be extradited to Maryland.

This arrest comes amid a string of headlines about Brown and her marriage to Big Tigger.

Just last month, the radio personality was arrested on aggravated battery and cruelty-to-children charges, with Ring camera footage seemingly showing Tigger physically assaulting his wife during a confrontation. Brown ended up being granted a temporary protective order after claiming she suffered an eye injury during the incident. She was also given temporary custody of the minor children and exclusive use of the family home.

Earlier this week, more footage was released that shows Brown and Tigger wrestling on the ground over his cell phone. During the incident, a woman recording the tussle can be heard repeatedly telling Morgan to stop stepping on Brown.

Following the release of this footage, celebrities started to weigh in on the incident–and a lot of them are siding with Tigger. Stars including Lil Duval, Naturi Naughton, Lil Scrappy and King Harris were all in the comments on Instagram giving their opinion on the matter.

Lil Duval shared the viral video on his Instagram and racked up tens of thousands of comments. In his caption, Duval defied headlines framing the clip as assault, revealing that he spoke out because other celebrities weren’t being fair.

“Why is the blogs posting this as he’s beating her when he’s CLEARLY just trying to get his phone back. Ion know who tigger pissed off but they after him,” he wrote. “Be careful who you raw (ima have to see him physically hit her on camera in order for me to believe it. I’m only posting this cuz ion see nobody else wit a big platform saying anything without being one sided).”

He went on to add another comment below, writing, “’Why didn’t he just call the police’ WITH WHAT PHONE? She got it .”

Lil Scrappy seemed to agree with Duval, theorizing that Alicia Brown and the woman recording were setting Tigger up.

“Her and her friend was on some bs that’s crazy that’s why I dnt trust a lot no more,” he commented. “I’d rather be by myself, she said get off of me and he was standing over her trying to get her phone she could of got up but stayed on the ground being dramatic.”

King Harris commented, “Its video pissed me off,” while Naturi Naughton commented, “Exactly! I’ve known @bigtiggershow for DECADES and only seen kindness, joy and love from this man. #ThisisSad.”

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