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6ix9ine Sentenced to Two Years In Prison

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Rapper Tekashi69 (6ix9ine) was sentenced to two years in prison and five years of supervised release on Wednesday, Dec. 18.

Born Daniel Hernandez, the Brooklyn native was given credit 13 months for time served. Hernandez is expected to be released from prison mid-2020. When released, he will serve 300 hours of community service and pay a $35,000 fine. 

“You are in custody for 13 months. I agree you deserve a great deal of credit for cooperation,” said Judge Paul Engelmayer during Hernandez’ sentencing, according to Inner City Press’ reporting from the courtroom. “However, I cannot agree with your counsel that time served it appropriate. In my judgment, your conduct is too violent and selfish to make 13 months reasonable. You will not be going free today.”

Last week, 6ix9ine wrote a letter to Judge Engelmayer requesting leniency on his sentencing after one of nine charges were dropped by the federal government, resulting in the 47-year sentence being reduced to 37. The government also sent a letter to the judge to reduce Hernandez’s sentence below the minimum.

 “I now know that I am remorseful for what happened because I was blessed with the gift of an opportunity that most people dream of but I squandered it by getting involved with the wrong people and misrepresenting myself when I should have been true to myself and my fans,” said Tekashi in a letter obtained by TMZ.

Read his closing testimony below:

Inner City Press on Twitter: “Hernandez: If you told me in January 2017 I’d be a global star, I’d call your crazy. If in January 2018 you’d tell me I’d be part of a federal indictment, I’d call you crazy… Since the age of 14, when I lost my father. At 15, 16, 17 I’d see my mom wake up early / Twitter”

Hernandez: If you told me in January 2017 I’d be a global star, I’d call your crazy. If in January 2018 you’d tell me I’d be part of a federal indictment, I’d call you crazy… Since the age of 14, when I lost my father.

Inner City Press on Twitter: “Hernandez: Your honor, a 5 year old boy named Franklin was dying of cancer. He wanted to meet me. I asked myself, Why? But I went. Cancer had disabled the right side of his body. I told him how strong he was. / Twitter”

Hernandez: Your honor, a 5 year old boy named Franklin was dying of cancer. He wanted to meet me. I asked myself, Why? But I went. Cancer had disabled the right side of his body. I told him how strong he was.

Inner City Press on Twitter: “Hernandez: Tati told me, if I can be strong, they can be strong. When people see me, they don’t only see Tekashi 69, the arrogant – I’m a human, I got organs just like everyone in this room. They see Daniel Hernandez, not Tekashi 69 / Twitter”

Hernandez: Tati told me, if I can be strong, they can be strong. When people see me, they don’t only see Tekashi 69, the arrogant – I’m a human, I got organs just like everyone in this room. They see Daniel Hernandez, not Tekashi 69

Inner City Press on Twitter: “Hernandez: I failed these people. They believed in Daniel Hernandez. I was too busy making the negative image in my 69 persona. I know God has a bigger plan for me. I want to inspire the youth that it never too late to change. / Twitter”

Hernandez: I failed these people. They believed in Daniel Hernandez. I was too busy making the negative image in my 69 persona. I know God has a bigger plan for me. I want to inspire the youth that it never too late to change.

Inner City Press on Twitter: “Hernandez: Your Honor, allow me to inspire people. Not only the young people here, but the millions around the world listening and watching. [How?]Now Mr. Hernandez’s biological father raises his hand to speak. Judge Engelmayer says, I’m sorry, it’s too late / Twitter”

Hernandez: Your Honor, allow me to inspire people. Not only the young people here, but the millions around the world listening and watching. [How?]Now Mr. Hernandez’s biological father raises his hand to speak. Judge Engelmayer says, I’m sorry, it’s too late

Wednesday’s sentencing comes after 6ix9ine’s arrest last November on federal drug racketeering charges. Though he made the decision to flip the following day, Hernandez was faced with a minimum of 47 years in prison after pleading guilty to nine counts in January. His cooperation with the federal government resulted in the conviction of his former Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods gang affiliates, Anthony “Harv” Ellison and Aljermiah “Nuke” Mack.

6ix9ine reportedly turned down witness protection in order to continue performing. The rapper allegedly signed a deal with former label, 10K Projects, for $10 million for two albums.

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Mariah The Scientist Arrested After Fight with Cleopatra Dues in Atlanta

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Mariah The Scientist found herself in a legal trouble after an altercation at Cavo Kitchen and Cocktail lounge in Atlanta. The incident, which occurred on March 29, has resulted in Mariah, born Mariah Buckles, being taken into custody on Wednesday, May 1.

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According to the police report, obtained by TMZ, a woman identified as Cleopatra Dues visited the Zone 2 precinct to report the assault, alleging that Mariah had attacked her without cause. The altercation escalated to the point where Mariah forcefully removed a wig from Cleopatra’s scalp and subsequently dragging her across the table and floor, resulting in injuries to Cleopatra’s legs and feet. Footage of the incident had previously circulated online, initially leaked by patrons of the lounge.



Following her arrest, Mariah was charged with simple battery and later posted a $5,000 bond, prompting her release on the same day. Speculation among fans suggests that the altercation stemmed from Mariah’s relationship with Young Thug, with some alleging that Cleopatra, who reportedly had a past relationship with the rapper, was trolling Mariah online.




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Megan Thee Stallion’s Lawyer Calls Harassment Lawsuit ‘Salacious’

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Megan Thee Stallion‘s lawyer, Alex Spiro, addressed the lawsuit filed by Megan Thee Stallion’s former cameraman Emilio Garcia, alleging sexual harassment and a hostile work environment. Spiro, in a statement to Page Six on Tuesday (April 23), dismissed the lawsuit as an opportunistic money grab and characterized it as an attempt to tarnish his client’s reputation.

“This is an employment claim for money — with no sexual harassment claim filed and with salacious accusations to attempt to embarrass her,” he said. “We will deal with this in court.”

The suit details an incident where Garcia allegedly found himself trapped in a moving SUV with Megan whileshe engaged in sexual activity with another woman during their time in Ibiza, Spain.

According to court documents, “The following day, STALLION inquired whether PLAINTIFF was in the SUV the previous night. PLAINTIFF confirmed that he was in the SUV. Subsequently, STALLION instructed, ‘Don’t ever discuss what you saw.’ STALLION berated and directed her fat-shaming comments towards PLAINTIFF such as ‘Fat Bitch,’ ‘Spit your food out,’ and that ‘You don’t need to be eating.’”

Garcia is seeking compensation of over six figures, Garcia’s lawsuit requests unpaid wages, overtime pay, and other benefits as per California labor laws, along with statutory penalties and punitive damages.

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Kid Cudi Cancels Insano World Tour After Breaking His Foot At Coachella

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Kid Cudi‘s Insano World Tour is hitting pause after the “Day ‘n’ Nite” artist sustained a broken foot as a result of jumping off stage during his performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California on Sunday, April 21.



On Wednesday (April 24), he took to social media to announce the tour’s cancellation, prioritizing his return to peak performance for future engagements. Despite the setback, he assures fans of forthcoming tour dates and expresses heartfelt gratitude for their unwavering support.

“Guys, so, I have a broken calcaneus,” he wrote. “Im headed to surgery now and there’s gonna be a long recovery time. We have to cancel the tour so I can focus on getting better to be out there in top shape to rage with you all. Theres just no way I can bounce back in time to give 100%. The injury is much more serious than I thought. Anyone who bought tickets will get a full refund, you’ll get an email soon. We will be back with new tour dates as soon as possible, and I can’t wait to get back out there with you guys and turn up how we do. I’m so sorry fam and I love you all so much, thanks for the endless love and support.”

He ended with: “Im really disappointed as im sure you guys are too, but I will be back. Thats a promise. Im ok, just a lil soreness, but im in good spirits.”


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