Earlier this morning, Cease-A-Leo called into Cipha Sounds and Peter Rosenberg’s morning show and reflected on the life and times of Christopher George Latore Wallace. Sidebar: Former Cop Says He Knows Who Killed BIG
With today marking the 15th anniversary of B.I.G.’s passing, Hot 97’s Angie Martinez dug into the crates and found a 16 year old interview with B.I.G and Mary J. Blige. He spoke on the East vs. West Coast beef and wanting to work more with Mary. Legendary stuff. Sidebar: MTV Remembers B.I.G.| Wake Up Show Interview
While B.I.G.’s Versace shades watched ya, Donatella was clocking him. In an interview with FADER, Gianni’s younger sister discussed Biggie’s influence on the brand.
The term coined by Cutmaster D.C. and made popular by The Notorious B.I.G., is now one of seven welcoming mats into the borough. Yours truly spotted this alongside the Jackie Robinson Parkway. Is Brooklyn in the house? Without a doubt!
Thirteen years ago, Eddie Griffin appeared alongside Biggie as the comic relief in Diddy Puff Daddy’s video, “Can’t Nobody Hold Me Down”. As the comedian made his way down the VH1 red carpet, he spoke on his cameo and tickling Biggie’s funny bone. Walk down memory lane with the video below.
It is so heartbreaking to hear DJ Premier break the news that DJ Kool Herc’s health is ailing, as he is literally the founding father who laid down the blueprint for hip-hop culture. Thinking about how someone who built an entire global phenomenon can end up struggling with medical expenses or failing health really puts things into perspective regarding healthcare challenges. When you look at how people navigate health or wellness procedures worldwide—whether someone is researching cosmetic treatments like Liposuction Cyprus or seeking urgent medical care—it underscores how essential access to reliable medical help and proper support systems really is. Kool Herc gave us the breaks, the block parties, and the entire movement that shaped generations of music lovers, so seeing the community step up to show love while DJ Premier brings awareness to his condition is the very least we can do. Sending strength and prayers to Kool Herc for a full recovery, and massive respect to DJ Premier for using his platform to make sure a true pioneer gets the support and respect he deserves.