LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - APRIL 30: Tory Lanez attends the 2022 Parlor Games Celebrity Basketball Classic at the Cox Pavilion on April 30, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Greg Doherty/Getty Images)

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<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/drake-says-free-tory-lanez-after-10-year-sentence-in-megan-thee-stallion">Tory Lanez</a> has apparently decided he wants to chat with Adin Ross for his first interview from prison. In August 2023, the Canadian rapper was <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/tory-lanez-sentenced-to-10-years-for-shooting-megan-thee-stallion">sentenced to 10 years in prison</a> after being found guilty of shooting Megan The Stallion.&nbsp;
In a Kick live stream, Ross announced the news, revealing the interview would take place virtually. "Yo chat, by the way, free my dawg Tory, man," he said. "Adin x Tory Lanez stream &mdash; it's going to be a Zoom call, chat. He's going to be in jail and I'm going to be at the warehouse. Zoom call, very, very soon."
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This isn't the first time Ross has shown support for the disgraced rapper, and <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/chris-brown-says-free-tory-lanez-hes-a-solid-dude">during a recent interview with Chris Brown</a>, the popular live streamer echoed similar sentiments while praising his freestyle abilities alongside Brown.&nbsp;

Adin Ross Announces Virtual Sit-Down With Tory Lanez, His First Since Prison Sentence

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<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/new-music-friday-wizkid-glorilla-nas-yung-bleu">Fivio Foreign</a> commented on the Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez shooting incident during his guest appearance on Math Hoffa's podcast. When asked, Fivio said, &ldquo;I wasn&rsquo;t there and I&rsquo;m no lawyer or no scientist, but if someone said they got shot and it&rsquo;s no hole in their body they didn&rsquo;t get shot we all know that.&rdquo;
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On August 29, 2020, Megan Thee Stallion was reportedly shot in the foot by Tory Lanez after leaving Kylie Jenner&rsquo;s party in Hollywood Hills. Tory Lanez would be charged with assault and stand trial in 2022. Tory Lanez was convicted and sentenced to 10 years in prison in August 2023.&nbsp;
In the past, 50 Cent and Drake have shared similar sentiments to Fivio on the shooting incident publicly.&nbsp;
Fans shared Fivio's past support for Tory Lanez after he spoke about the situation. On Jan.29, Fivio tweeted on X with a lock emoji, &ldquo;Free Tory.&rdquo;
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Tory Lanez and Fivio Foreign collaborated in January 2020 on the song and music video &ldquo;K L O K.&rdquo;
Megan Thee Stallion's shooting situation resurfaced last week during her <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/megan-thee-stallion-vs-nicki-minaj-the-complete-timeline-and-who-won">feud with Nicki Minaj</a>. While promoting her response track, &ldquo;BigFoot,&rdquo; Minaj said that Megan lied about being shot. Megan&rsquo;s diss track to Nicki Minaj, &ldquo;<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/megan-thee-stallion-sends-a-message-after-hiss-debuts-at-no-1-lets-keep">HISS</a>,&rdquo; helped her become the first female rapper to debut at #1 on the Billboard Global 200 with a solo song.&nbsp;
Fivio Foreign will compete against Ye and Ty Dolla $ign on the charts this week, as his new album, Pain Is Love 2, drops on Friday, February 9.

Fivio Foreign On Megan Thee Stallion Being Shot By Tory Lanez: “It’s No Hole In Their Body They Didn’t Get Shot..”

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As teased, <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/megan-thee-stallion-named-mother-fitness-in-planet-fitness-partnership">Megan Thee Stallion</a> snakes, slithered and delivered venomous bites to the haters on her anticipated new single, &ldquo;HISS&rdquo; released on Friday (Jan. 26).
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Produced by Bankrollgotit, Lil Ju, and Source, Megan gets everything off her chest and awaits the response. &ldquo;I just want to kick this shit off by saying fuck y&rsquo;all,&rdquo; She says at the beginning of the track. &ldquo;I ain&rsquo;t gotta clear my name on a muthafuckin&rsquo; thing. Every time I get mentioned, one of y&rsquo;all bitch-ass n-ggas get 24 hours of attention. I&rsquo;m finna get this shit off my chest and lay it to rest. Let&rsquo;s go!&rdquo;
It is well known that Megan Thee Stallion and <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/nicki-minajs-pink-friday-2-reportedly-sells-over-one-million-units">Nicki Minaj</a> have had a feud, and Megan bites Nicki first in her song. Megan attacks Nicki Minaj by rapping about her husband's sexual assault case. On Kenny Petty, Megan raps: &ldquo;These hoes don&rsquo;t be mad at Megan, these hoes mad at Megan&rsquo;s Law/ I don&rsquo;t really know what the problem is, but I guarantee y&rsquo;all don&rsquo;t want me to start.&rdquo;
Outside Nicki, others to get bitten are Megan&rsquo;s ex-boyfriend <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/pardison-fontaine-reveals-what-he-learned-from-his-relationship-working-with">Pradison Fontaine</a> and the blogs as Megan raps: "Allegations from the opposition, b***h n***as just eating it up/These blogs get paid to lie, y'all talk s**t and be broke as f**k," she raps on the second verse. "Bottom line is I'm still rich, do Megan bad and I'm still good/Bringing up who I might've f**ked and the bottom line they still would."
&ldquo;HISS&rdquo; adds to the serpent concept of her new image and upcoming album. Megan released her previous single &ldquo;Corba,&rdquo; which marked her return to music following the <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/tory-lanez-posts-message-from-prison-says-hes-in-good-spirits">Tory Lanez trial</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
After signing a new deal with Warner last month, Megan plans to release new music in 2024 as part of a new era.
Megan joined Ebro in the Morning in 2020 where she talked about her label issues, dating history, and more with Ebro, Peter Rosenberg, and Laura Stylez.
Watch the full interview, below.&nbsp;
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Megan Thee Stallion Spits Venom At Nicki Minaj, Pardi & Others In New Single “HISS”

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<a target="_blank" href="https://www.hot97.com/wp-admin/post-new.php" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Wrap Up</a> with <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/lorealluchi/" rel="noreferrer noopener">L’Orèal Luchi</a>, keeping you informed on everything that happened in hip-hop culture this week:<h2 id="h-jamie-foxx">Jamie Foxx:</h2>Jamie Foxx is back in the public eye. <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/07/10/jamie-foxx-topgolf-swing-recovery-video-boat-chicago/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">TMZ</a> captured a video of Jamie, his first sighting since his April hospitalization. In another <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/tory-lanez-files-motion-for-new-trial-in-megan-thee-stallion-shooting-50-cent-inks-new-sports-deal" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">viral</a> video, Jamie had a heroic moment for a woman who lost something valuable to her. <h2>Casanova:</h2>Brooklyn rapper Casanova is <a href="https://allhiphop.com/news/casanova-appealing-15-year-sentence/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">appealing</a> his 15-year sentence for his RICO case. In an attempt to reduce his sentence, he renounced his membership in the Untouchable Gorilla Stone nation. <h2>Kanye West x Bianca Censori:</h2>Kanye West met his “wife,” Bianca Censori’s parents, according to <a href="https://pagesix.com/2023/07/12/kanye-west-appears-to-spend-time-with-wife-bianca-censoris-parents-in-tokyo/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Page Six</a>. The introduction reportedly happened in Tokyo. Kanye was supposed to take a trip to Australia to meet his “in-laws,” a few months back, but his behavior got him banned from entering. As a side note, Ye and Bianca aren’t legally married.<h2>Tory Lanez:</h2>Tory Lanez still awaits sentencing but according to his new attorney, Ronda Dixon, she claims Tory is getting beat up in jail. LA Legal affairs journalist, Meghann Cuniff reports Ronda said that he was “totally despondent.” In the <a href="https://hiphopdx.com/news/tory-lanez-new-lawyer-sentencing" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">latest update</a>, Tory’s team debunked Meghann’s report.<h2>Naomi Osaka x Cordae:</h2>Four-time Grand Slam singles champion, Naomi Osaka and boyfriend Cordae welcomed their first child together. They had a baby girl and Cordae <a href="https://www.today.com/parents/babies/naomi-osaka-baby-name-rcna94132" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">revealed</a> the name during a recent performance in Canada. Naomi also gave fans an update on when she’ll be returning to the tennis courts.

Tory Lanez 'Totally Despondent' In Prison, Kanye MEETS THE PARENTS in Tokyo w/ Bianca Censori

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Prosecutors reportedly ask the judge to sentence Tory Lanez to 13 years following Megan Thee Stallion Shooting.W<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/tory-lanez-reportedly-begs-judge-not-ruin-his-life-i-could-be-your-son" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">e previously reporte</a>d that Tory Lanez reportedly “begged” the judge not to “ruin” his life.Journalist Meghann Cunniff shared, “Lanez spoke to Judge Herriford and expressed "please don’t ruin my life. I could be your son. I could be your brother.” Lanez told the judge.According to <a href="https://www.billboard.com/business/legal/tory-lanez-sentence-megan-thee-stallion-shooting-da-13-years-1235348494/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>, on Tuesday (June 6), prosecutors argued that anything less than 13 years would “endanger public safety” and “not be in the interest of justice.” In the sentencing memorandum, prosecutors stated, “the defendant actively invited harassment of the victim by spreading misinformation to his large following in an effort to galvanize the public against the victim and even the prosecution team without any regard to the dangers it posed,” prosecutors wrote. “The defendant has weaponized misinformation to his large following to such a degree that it has left a lasting traumatic impact on the victim.”“The defendant’s lack of remorse is insidious, leaving this court no assurances that the defendant will not repeat this type of behavior in the future," it continued.The sentencing will take place next week.

Prosecutors Reportedly Ask Judge To Sentence Tory Lanez To 13 Years For Megan Thee Stallion Shooting

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Prosecutors want Tory Lanez to serve the most time possible after he was convicted of shooting Megan Thee Stallion.The 2020 incident resulted in Tory being found <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/megan-thee-stallion-breaks-silence-on-tory-lanez-meek-mill-praises-ai-yung-miami-is-over-diddy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">guilty</a> last year on three counts. His legal team fought hard for an appeal, claiming the judge “erroneously allowed” for jurors to view an Instagram comment from the “Say It” singer’s personal account. In the post, it refuted claims that Megan’s ex-best friend, Kelsey Harris was the shooter.After weeks of court delays, a judge denied the motion for a new trial. <a href="https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/prosecutors-harsher-sentence-tory-lanez-megan-thee-stallion-shooting-conviction-1234740973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rolling Stone</a> reports sentencing will take place on June 13. Tory is facing a maximum of 22 years and eight months. Due to a new California law, "the rapper’s sentence would, by default, come in ‘the middle term’ unless proven there were ‘circumstances in aggravation’ in regards to the shooting,” the article reports. In new a new court filing today (May 24), prosecutors “laid down” three aggravating factors for the judge to possibly give Tory a harsher sentence. In their opinion, Tory illustrated a “high level” of callousness, his use of a semi-automatic handgun, and Megan’s vulnerability the night of the shooting. In the filing, prosecutors wrote,“As [the] victim began to walk away from Defendant wearing only a bikini and no shoes, Defendant mocked Victim with ‘Dance Bitch’ as [he] opened fire in her direction. With no justifiable reason, Defendant fired not just one but up to five rounds in the direction of Victim in the middle of a residential neighborhood.” It continues,“The brazenness of Defendant’s conduct is alarming but the conscious disregard for the well-being and safety of all those around him signifies a high degree of indifference for human life.”https://twitter.com/meghanncuniff/status/1661361083444256768?s=46It’s not clear how many years prosecutors are pushing for. It’ll come in a week before sentencing. Tory was immediately taken to jail after the ruling last December and remains behind bars. <a href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/681402-prosecutors-harsher-sentence-tory-lanez" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Via</a>

Prosecutors Push For Tory Lanez To Receive A Harsher Sentence After Megan Thee Stallion Shooting Conviction

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Tory Lanez reportedly "begs" the judge not to "ruin" his life ahead of todays ruling.According to journalist Meghann Cunniff, “Judge Herriford is going to issue his ruling tomorrow at 10:30 a.m. Tory Lanez spoke to him before he was led out in handcuffs. ‘Please don’t ruin my life. I could be your son. I could be your brother." Lanez told the judge. The report continues, "there wasn’t a commotion. A sheriff’s deputy was urging Lanez to shut up but it wasn’t a big thing. Herriford didn’t say anything back and Lanez was led out of the courtroom without incident. This followed loooong argument this afternoon. More details soon.”Meghann also shares from the courtroom, "DA was trying to make Lanez out to be a misogynistic rapper, and testimony about him going between Megan and Kylie played into it, Baez said. Baez didn't mention that Lanez's entire defense was that Kelsey shot Megan in a jealous rage over their shared romantic interest in Lanez."https://twitter.com/meghanncuniff/status/1655708610851409920?s=20Judge Herriford decided he would make his decision today whether to accept the appeal and have a new trial or sentence Tory to his time. https://twitter.com/meghanncuniff/status/1655708295003537408?s=20

Tory Lanez Reportedly 'Begs' Judge Not To 'Ruin' His Life: 'I Could Be Your Son'

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Tory Lanez motion for a new trial has been denied by David Herriford.We previously reported that Tory filed motion to have a new trial in the 2020 Megan Thee Stallion shooting case. Tory does not have a sentencing date as of yet but is reportedly facing 22 years in prison.https://twitter.com/MrDennisByron/status/1656014179667521536?s=20Tory's legal team also filed a motion to disqualify Judge Herriford from his case as they believe "he didn't give their motion proper consideration."https://twitter.com/MrDennisByron/status/1656015516383813656?s=20

Update: Judge Denies Tory Lanez Motion For A New Trial

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Tory Lanez legal team is fighting hard for their clients freedom.The lawyer representing Tory, Jose Baez, said Tory will release information that could help his case. Jose announced on social media, “Today is National DNA Day. We are happy to announce that Tory Lanez will be releasing information about the DNA in his case that gave false and misleading information to his jury.”https://twitter.com/dailyloud/status/1650896290564259841?s=46Tory plans on releasing the information at some point today, April 25. Last week, the Canadian rapper spoke on the case. Tory said, “Until my court date, I’ll be posting the OUTRAGEOUS & DISGUSTING INJUSTICES used against me by the PROSECUTION to get the conviction they so DESPERATELY wanted, DESPITE the evidence they knew existed.” In another letter to the LA District Attorney, Tory says that he was wrongfully convicted. He wrote:“I write this message with the utmost humility, love, and respect for the remarkable stance you’ve taken in regards to fighting for the justice of Black and Brown minorities. Today I take a stance as an innocent Black Man, wrongfully convicted of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/662098-megan-thee-stallion-wants-tory-lanez-case-to-end-d-a-claims" rel="noreferrer noopener">a crime</a> I DID not commit. I was completely robbed and deprived of a fair trial.”Last year, Tory was <a target="_blank" href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/tory-has-been-found-guilty-in-megan-thee-stallion-case" rel="noreferrer noopener">found guilty</a> of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.hot97.com/spotlight/the-wrap-up/tory-lanez-responds-to-new-charge-in-megan-thee-stallion-shooting-takeoff-murder-case-update" rel="noreferrer noopener">three charges</a>, felony negligent discharge of a firearm, assault with a semiautomatic firearm, and carrying a loaded and unregistered firearm. He was immediately taken to jail after to await sentencing for shooting Megan Thee Stallion. His <a target="_blank" href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/636841-tory-lanez-sentencing-delayed-may-not-happen-until-april-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">legal team</a> is currently appealing the case as Tory also awaits sentencing. Tory’s defense team said they plan to file a supplemental response to the motion, on May 1, which is causing the delay. Tory faces a maximum sentence of <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/tory-lanez-sentencing-postponed-once-again-attorneys-push-for-a-new-trial" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">22 years</a> and eight months in prison. He could also be deported to Canada following time served. The judge set a hearing for May 8. <a href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/666221-tory-lanez-lawyer-evidence-national-dna-day" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Via</a>

Tory Lanez Lawyer Claims He Has Evidence That Could 'Prove' His Client's Innocence

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Tory Lanez speaks out for the first time as he pens a letter to the district attorney.In the message Tory, who is<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/tory-has-been-found-guilty-in-megan-thee-stallion-case" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> currently serving time awaiting trial</a>, begins, "Dear George Gascon," he continues, “I write this message with the utmost humility, love, and respect for the remarkable stance you’ve taken in regards to fighting for the justice of Black and Brown minorities. Today I take a stance as an innocent Black Man, wrongfully convicted of a crime I DID not commit. I’ve watched 2 district attorneys from your office by the names of Kathy Ta and Alex Bott unlawful misuse their authority to hide and suppress any and all exculpatory evidence that exonerates me, or furthers my innocence. I was completely robbed and deprived of a fair trial. On May 8th, my lawyers will be arguing a motion for a new trial. Not only do I owe it to myself to fight for my freedom, but I owe it to my 6-year-old child, my family, fans."The <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/04/21/tory-lanez-da-george-gascon-megan-thee-stallion-dababy-kathy-ta-alex-bott/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">statement</a> continued, “most importantly the hundreds of thousands of Black and Hispanic minorities that cannot adequately fight for themselves,” Tory Lanez continued. “For 3 years, the prosecution has manipulated a false narrative , that has left me with no choice but to expose, and make aware, the practices the behind door deals, and the unjust system used to illegally convict me and countless other minorities. we elated you because of your outstanding eminence in making fair and correct judgements in the justice of people of color. Mr. Gascon, I come to you today as a wrongfully convicted man, not asking for sympathy, nor compassion, but for you to simply do what is fair and right by the laws of California, and most importantly in the eyes of God. – T O R Y,” the letter concluded.https://www.instagram.com/p/CrThKC0ORPy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkTory shared the letter to his Instagram and captioned it, "until my court date I’ll be posting the OUTRAGEOUS & DISGUSTING INJUSTICES used against me by the PROSECUTION to get the conviction they so DESPERATELY wanted, DESPITE the evidence they knew existed."

Tory Lanez Pens Emotional Letter To D.A., Says He Was 'Robbed' Of Fair Trial

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Megan Thee Stallion speaks out for the first time since Tory Lanez was<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/tory-has-been-found-guilty-in-megan-thee-stallion-case" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> found guilty</a>.During an interview with <a href="https://www.elle.com/culture/celebrities/a43567508/megan-thee-stallion-tory-lanez-case-interview-2023/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Elle Magazine,</a> Megan addresses the "public humiliation" she faced for after coming out about the shooting.“I don’t want to call myself a victim. As I reflect on the past three years, I view myself as a survivor, because I have truly survived the unimaginable,” Megan begins. “Not only did I survive being shot by someone I trusted and considered a close friend, but I overcame the public humiliation of having my name and reputation dragged through the mud by that individual for the entire world to see.”Megan explains how the incident affected her emotionally as well as physically. “For years, my attacker laughed and joked about my trauma. For years, my attacker peddled false narratives about what happened on the night of July 12, 2020,” she says. “For years, my attacker tried to leverage social media to take away my power. Imagine how it feels to be called a liar every day? Especially from a person who was once part of your inner circle.”The rapper also spoke on the false narratives surrounding the case. “I could have let the adversity break me, but I persevered, even as people treated my trauma like a running joke,” she said. “First, there were conspiracy theories that I was never shot. Then came the false narratives that my former best friend shot me. Even some of my peers in the music industry piled on with memes, jokes, and sneak disses, and completely ignored the fact that I could have lost my life. Instead of condemning any form of violence against a woman, these individuals tried to justify my attacker’s actions.”Thankfully, Megan says after nearly three years- she is in a much better space today but still has some work to do. “I’m in a happier place, but I still have anxiety,” she explains. “Talking about being shot still makes me emotional. I’ve started journaling as a way to better process my thoughts, hopes, and fears. Prayer has also played a therapeutic role in my healing, because I can have honest and unfiltered conversations with God without any judgment.”

Megan Thee Stallion Speaks Out For The First Time Following Tory Lanez Guilty Verdict

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Tory Lanez's father had a lot to say after his son was found guilty in the 2020 shooting trial.Now he's speaking out again, seemingly with a change of heart. Tory's dad, Sonstar, addressed his son's conviction in an online video. He said, "Both my son, myself, and others of our <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/video-of-jay-z-refusing-to-sign-a-fans-fake-vinyl-goes-viral" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">family</a> have long decided that we are not going to hold any <a href="https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/music/story/2023-01-12/megan-thee-stallion-tory-lanez-shooting-trial-soulja-boy-50-cent" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">animosity </a>against Megan Pete a.k.a. Megan Thee Stallion. We forgave that girl a long time ago. A long time ago." He continued,"Hatred, resentment, bitterness — those things can actually diseases of the bones, it has been proven. And it can cause sickness in your body because you're holding onto something that is negative against the real life force in your life." Tory's dad made it clear he and his son "<a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/01/10/photos-meg-thee-stallion-bloody-foot-gun-tory-lanez-shooting/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">forgive</a>" Megan, but they "won't backdown from the machine," implying Roc Nation.Take a look:https://www.instagram.com/reel/CnV-9DzBHKR/?igshid=YWJhMjlhZTc=After the verdict a few weeks ago, Sonstar had to be <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/lil-wayne-could-be-called-to-testify-in-young-thug-trial-takeoffs-alleged-killer-out-on-bond" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">removed</a> from the courtroom because of his outbursts. He called the <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/2022-is-a-wrap-recap-of-the-biggest-stories-kanye-diddy-megan-thee-stallion-tory-lanez-more" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">justice system</a> evil and blamed Roc Nation/Jay Z for everything. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cmh6ndQhzT-/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loadingTory was found guilty of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, carrying a loaded unregistered firearm in a vehicle, and discharging of a firearm with gross negligence, according to prosecutors. Tory faces a maximum sentence of 22 years in prison and possible deportation to Canada. He was immediately taken into custody after the verdict, where he remains. His sentencing was suppose to go down this month, but it got pushed back to February. He also hired a new lawyer and wants a new trial. <a href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/620435-tory-lanez-dad-says-they-forgive-megan-thee-stallion" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Via</a>

Tory Lanez Dad Says He Doesn't Have Animosity Toward Megan, But He's Not Backing Down From 'The Machine'

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Soulja Boy is standing up for Megan Thee Stallion.While on Instagram live, the rapper calls out fellow rappers for not speaking up after Megan Thee Stallion was shot in the foot by Tory Lanez. "Yall n****s out here shooting bitches and aint nobody gone say nothing? I’m the only n***a in the whole rap game that’s gonna say something? Ok, cool,” Soulja said.During the live Soulja Boy says the people who are defending Lanez is "lame." He says, “well, Tory Lanez you a bitch. You a bitch n***a on me,” he continued. “Yall watched this n***a shoot this b*tch and everybody said, ‘He aint do it.’ Man, f*ck yall lame a*s n****s.”He continued, “You want to shoot b*tches in the feet n***a? Yous a p*ssy n***a. And when you get from jail n***a you know where I’m at. You got a problem n***a I’ll beat your b*tch a*s n***a. Don’t never rap over none of my beats, don’t never freestyle over none of my beats. You trash n***a. Your music trash.”https://twitter.com/HipHopDX/status/1612253967010136067?s=20&t=6vP0joLw-8-9gB8n4VXi4AWe previously reported that Tory Lanez was found guilty in the Megan Thee Stallion case. He was charged with assault with a semiautomatic handgun, carrying a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle and discharging a firearm with gross negligence.

Soulja Boy Slams Rappers For Not Defending Megan Thee Stallion + Calls Out Tory Lanez

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It looks like Tory Lanez switched attorneys.According to <a href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/618982-tory-lanez-ex-lawyer-explains-exit-i-dont-do-appeals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>, the rapper will no longer be represented by attorney George Mgdesyan. Reporter Meghan Cuniff tweets that Lanez hired famous lawyer David Kenner, who is knwon for representing Snoop Dogg and Suge Knight.Rolling Stone reporter Nancy Dillon says Mgdesyan makes it clear that he is not exiting Tory's team on bad terms. In a statement he says, "I don’t do appeals, so we had to get somebody on board to handle the appeal,” said Mgdesyan.https://twitter.com/Nancy__Dillon/status/1612506794424958977?s=20&t=GuArkt2ZWwE0lSKhfUxragHe also says that, if possible, he still “may attend” Lanez’s sentencing hearing on January 27, “if possible.” He explains, “as a party who represented Tory and is friends with Tory, I have an interest.”We previously reported that Tory Lanez was found guilty in the Megan Thee Stallion case. He was charged with assault with a semiautomatic handgun, carrying a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle and discharging a firearm with gross negligence.

Tory Lanez Ex-Lawyer Explains Why He No Longer Represents Him

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<h2 id="h-kanye-s-meltdown">Kanye's Meltdown: </h2>Was this Kanye's <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/rihannas-company-sued-nas-21-collab-after-controversy-kanye-kim-divorce-details" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">craziest year</a>? We watched him go through a divorce with Kim Kardashian, and he had difficulty accepting Kim dating comedian Pete Davidson. Kanye lost more than his wife, he lost respect in the black community by wearing a white lives matter shirt. Kanye was determined to end his partnership with Adidas after he disagreed with how things were operating and lost $1 billion in <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/whos-next-class-2022-glorilla-armani-white-coco-jones-2rare-ambre-sha-ek-lola-brooke-more" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">brand deals.</a> Kanye also made <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/kanye-west-praises-nazis-i-see-good-things-about-hitler" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">anti-Semitic comments</a> that stirred up controversy. <h2>Hip Hop Court Cases:</h2>This year was heavy for hip-hop with legal troubles. <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/tory-lanez-guilty-r-kelly-welcomes-a-baby-young-thugs-ysl-members-take-plea-deals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Young Thug and Gunna</a> couldn't <a href="https://hypebeast.com/2022/6/hot-97-summer-jam-concert-biggest-music-moments-2022" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">perform</a> at our Summer Jam, because they were fighting RICO charges. Gunna was recently released after pleading guilty to gang-related charges. Thugger is <a href="https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/fulton-county/seventh-defendant-pleads-guilty-rapper-young-thugs-ysl-gang-indictment/ZGK3VQPK2RGT5OUFEYZHRP5FSU/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">awaiting trial</a> in January. <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/r-kelly-confirms-joycelyn-savage-is-his-fiancee-says-theyre-in-love-speaks-on-baby-rumors" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">R. Kelly</a>'s victims got Justice after the disgraced R&B singer received a 30-year sentence for sex trafficking in his NY federal case. He was found <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2022/sep/14/r-kelly-found-guilty-on-child-pornography-and-sex-abuse-charges" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">guilty</a> of more sex crimes in the Chicago trial and is still awaiting sentencing, which takes place in February. The <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/tory-lanez-jail-call-to-megan-thee-stallions-ex-bff-kelsey-harris-leaks-online" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tory Lanez</a> 2020 shooting trial is possibly the most complex case in hip-hop history. It's clear that Megan Thee Stallion was shot, but figuring out who pulled the trigger, was complex. Tory was found guilty and awaits sentencing. <h2>Relationship DRAMA:</h2>Bad boy CEO shocked the world when he announced the arrival of his<a href="https://www.tmz.com/2022/12/27/diddy-reveal-baby-girl-first-time-love-sean-combs/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> seventh child</a>, with a 28-year-old cyber specialist Dana Tran. Diddy let the world know Yung Miami isn't his side chick, but he's also letting it be known he's not a <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-11530495/Diddy-enjoys-date-Shawntya-Joseph-day-announcing-sixth-child-baby-mama-Dana-Tran.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one-woman man</a>.<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/young-thug-hit-with-new-indictment-ashanti-responds-to-ja-rule-comments-amidst-irv-gotti-drama" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Irv Gotti</a> stirred up controversy when he spoke about an alleged romantic relationship with Ashanti. The <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/twitter-reacts-to-ashanti-and-nellys-intimate-performance" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Princess of R&B & Hip Hop</a> responded to Irv and called him a liar, said he was never her man, she even seemingly called Irv out on Diddy's "<a href="https://www.complex.com/music/ashanti-responds-irv-gotti-diddy-gotta-move-on-remix" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gotta Move On</a>" remix. <h2>Will Smith Oscar's slap:</h2>Will smith's unexpected attack on Chris rock at the Oscars reverberated for months after the incident. Will made a few attempts to <a href="https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/news/will-smith-opens-up-about-what-really-happened-the-night-of-the-oscars-slap-i-ve-always-wanted-to-be-superman/vi-AA15Mx7a?category=foryou" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">apologize</a>, but the incident hurt his image and continued to haunt the a-list actor. Chris Rock responded to Will's apology by saying, "<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/the-game-calls-out-50-cent-chris-rock-says-f-will-smiths-apology-kanye-slams-adidas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">F your hostage video</a>." <h2>High Notes:</h2>WNBA player <a href="https://www.skysports.com/nba/news/36226/12775582/brittney-griners-wife-cherelle-says-they-are-still-figuring-out-how-to-move-on-from-russia-ordeal" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brittney Griner</a> was released in an unexpected hostage swap with arms dealer Viktor Bout. <a href="https://thehill.com/changing-america/respect/equality/3791842-black-americans-shaping-a-new-america/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kentaji Brown Jackson</a> became the first black woman to serve as a Justice of the US Supreme Court. <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2022/12/15/harvard-university-names-claudine-gay-as-first-person-of-color-president.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Claudine Gay</a> is Harvard's first black President! Abbot Elementary Actress <a href="https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/celebs/a42025277/quinta-brunson-abbott-elementary/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Qunita Brunson</a> made history as the first Black woman nominated for three Emmys.