Just a day after headlines rang out that Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs had been denied bail following his Monday arrest (September 16) and subsequent indictment on federal charges of racketeering, conspiracy, sex trafficking, transportation to engage in prostitution, and more, the embattled music and fashion mogul has learned his second attempt at immediate freedom failed.

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It’s that time of year!

The BET Hip-Hop Awards 2024 are around the corner. As such, nominations for the hotly anticipated ceremony have been unveiled.

Megan Thee Stallion leads with a whopping 12 nods. Kendrick Lamar follows with 11, while his rival is right behind with Drake following with 8.

Other notable names who scored multiple nominations include Cardi B, GloRilla, Metro Boominand Nicki Minaj who landed seven nods. Future and Travis Scott tie with six nods apiece.

This year’s installment of the show takes place in Las Vegas and airs on October 15 on BET at 8pm ET/PT.

Fat Joe returns as host and also co-executive producer. He said in a statement:

“Joe Crack is back for the 3-peat, night night baby. It’s been a dream to host the ‘BET Hip Hop Awards’ the past few years and I’m looking forward to taking things to the next level in Las Vegas. We’re going to be in a new city and location, but the excitement and entertainment at the awards will be even bigger than ever.”

Connie Orlando, EVP, Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy at BET added:

“This year’s nominees exemplify the creativity and diversity of hip hop and the culture. We congratulate each nominee on their accomplishments and are excited to see how they will elevate Hip-Hop artistry. Thank you to our esteemed voting academy for your continued support and for selecting an outstanding list of hip hop luminaries who made 2024 a memorable year in music.”

Check out the full nomination list below…

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Jennifer Hudson is hitting the road this holiday season to spread festive cheer.

For, fresh from announcing her new Christmas album ‘The Gift of Love’ (due October 18 via her new label Interscope), history’s youngest EGOT winner lifted the lid on news of a companion tour.

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Kamala Harris has gained another major superstar to support her campaign for president, that being Billie Eilish.

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Perrie Edwards ís getting ready to share more new music with the world.

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Beyond contributing her legendary vocals to Beyonce‘s history-making last album, the Country-inspired ‘Cowboy Carter,’ music icon Dolly Parton has been among its most vocal defenders against critics who slammed the project for inauthenticity (among other critiques).

Despite her crusade on behalf of the chart-topping LP, some Bey fans (affectionately called the #Beyhive) gave the Country Queen a royal side-eye recently after the surfacing of her latest interview with ‘Variety‘ where she spoke out about the Pop diva’s unceremonious snub from being nominated at this year’s CMAs.

Look inside to see what Parton said that’s ruffled some feathers (and bee wings).

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Model-actress-reality TV star Eva Marcille continues to build her impressive acting resume (and flex her range) as star of Lifetime’s forthcoming film ‘Buried Alive and Survived.’

The latest in the women’s network’s ‘Ripped from the Headlines’ slate, ‘Survived’ is based on the true story of a woman who reportedly escaped death after being buried alive by her abusive ex-husband.

Directed by Manu Boyer, the suspenseful thriller also stars Tyler Lepley as well as Cocoa Brown, Jaeden White, Christie Leverette, and more.

Ahead of its September 21 premiere, hop inside to see the official trailer.

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Quavo is on quite the roll with his high-profile collaborations.

Before scoring critical acclaim for his musical tag team with Lenny Kravitz for the reimagining of the Rock icon’s 1998 hit ‘Fly Away,’ the former Migos frontman landed a Hot 100 top 40 hit alongside Lana Del Rey with their unexpected union ‘Tough.’

Undoubtedly looking to keep the wins rolling, the Head Huncho has now enlisted the help of Ty Dolla $ign for ‘If I Fall’ for the soundtrack of the forthcoming film ‘Transformers One.’

“If only they could see me now (Ayy) / If the sky is the limit, I take off / The only way to bring me down, me down / Me down, me down, me down / Is for me to stop believin’ now,” croons Quavo over the Are We Dreaming-produced chorus.

Ahead of the movie’s march to U.S. theaters on September 20, look inside to see the Brian Tyler-directed music video for ‘Fall.’

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Diddy continues to dominate the news cycle after shocking reports of his arrest on Monday night (September 16).

Formally slammed with charges of racketeering, conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud, coercion, and transportation to engage in prostitution, the detainment came as the result of an extensive federal investigation and will see the condemned businessman (born Sean Combs) remain in custody until the date of his trial.

And while he maintains his innocence and plead not guilty to the accusations, that hasn’t stopped many of his most vocal critics from singing the praises of the justice system for finally placing the embattled mogul behind bars.

Among those making headlines are his former proteges – Danity Kane stars Dawn Richard and Aubrey O’Day.

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In breaking news, Diddy has been denied bail and must remain in jail until the commencement of his trial.

As reported, the embattled mogul (born Sean Combs) has been indicted on federal charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion, and transportation to engage in prostitution.

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