Judge Declines to Jail Young Thug Over Critical Social Media Post

An order from Fulton County Superior Court Judge Paige Reese Whitaker issued Thursday states that rapper Young Thug, born Jeffery Williams, did not violate his probation conditions by reposting a social media message critical of a district attorney's investigator. The judge advised Williams to use discretion on social media moving forward.

An Atlanta judge decided Thursday not to revoke rapper Young Thug’s probation despite prosecutors' efforts to return him to prison over his reposting of a viral social media message that criticized a district attorney’s investigator.

Fulton County Superior Court Judge Paige Reese Whitaker issued a carefully worded order, advising Young Thug — whose legal name is Jeffery Williams — to use discretion online but ultimately concluding that his actions did not violate probation conditions.

“While the Court does not find that the cited social media post rises to the level of a violation of Defendant’s probation, it may be prudent for Defendant to exercise restraint regarding certain topics,” Judge Whitaker wrote.

Prosecutors argued that Williams violated probation terms when he reposted a viral tweet featuring a photograph of Marissa Viverito, an investigator from the Fulton County District Attorney’s office, labeling her as the “biggest liar in the DA office.” Viverito had previously testified in Williams' criminal trial. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis claimed the repost threatened the safety and integrity of a witness involved in Williams’ high-profile case.

Williams’ lead attorney, Brian Steel, vigorously contested the prosecution’s position, stating there was no factual or legal basis for the probation revocation attempt.

“The prosecution’s motion to revoke Mr. Williams’ probation fails, on its face, to allege any conduct by Mr. Williams that would rise to a violation of the probationary sentence,” Steel wrote in a response filed Thursday. “There is no violation of Mr. Williams’ probation by reposting an image on social media and opining that Investigator Viverito is untruthful.”

Williams himself took to the social media platform X following news of the prosecutors' filing to clarify his intentions, stating: “I don’t make threats to people, I’m a good person. I would never condone anyone threatening anyone or definitely participate in threatening anyone. I’m all about peace and love.”

Williams had previously been incarcerated for more than two years awaiting trial on drug, gang, and gun charges. In October, he accepted an open plea agreement, receiving a sentence of time served plus 15 years probation, along with a conditional consecutive sentence of 20 additional years contingent upon violating his probation terms.

Now free to continue his music career, Williams, 33, is scheduled to co-headline the Summer Smash Festival this June alongside Don Toliver, Yeat, and Future. It will mark his first live performance since his release.

Diddy Accused of ‘Freak-Off’ Abuse; LeBron, Beyoncé, Jay-Z Among Witnesses Denying Presence

Sean “Diddy” Combs, shown here in a file photo, is being sued by a Florida man who alleges he was assaulted and humiliated at a 2015 Miami party. The lawsuit claims several celebrities, including Beyoncé, Jay-Z and LeBron James, were present; all have denied attending or witnessing the alleged events and are not named as defendants.

Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing a new lawsuit that alleges shocking and graphic abuse, adding to a growing list of accusations against the embattled music mogul.

In the complaint, filed in Florida, a man named Manzaro Joseph accuses Combs of sexual assault, trafficking, and public humiliation during a 2015 party in Miami. The event, which allegedly took place at a property owned by Gloria and Emilio Estefan on Star Island, was held in honor of Christian "King" Combs' birthday.

Joseph claims he was drugged and taken to the party in a compromised state. Once there, he alleges that Gloria Estefan saw him in distress and asked for an ambulance to be called, but Emilio intervened and removed her from the situation. He further alleges he was led through a tunnel to Combs' mansion by former adult actress Adria English and was subjected to public degradation while wearing a leather mask and a locking sex device.

Joseph's lawsuit alleges he was paraded in front of guests, stripped, and made to wear a thong and a mask with a sex toy protruding from it. He claims that several high-profile figures, including Beyoncé, Jay-Z, LeBron James, and jeweler Jacob Arabo, were present and witnessed parts of the incident.

All named public figures not listed as defendants in the suit have strongly denied the allegations or confirmed they were not in attendance:

• LeBron James' spokesperson stated, "This is demonstrably false and doesn’t even merit a response. A basic internet search shows LeBron was playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers and never in Miami in April 2015."

• Jay-Z's attorney, Alex Spiro, told PEOPLE that his client was engaged in verifiable public activities outside Florida during the alleged events.

• A representative for Gloria and Emilio Estefan said they had no involvement in the incident and confirmed that no parties were held at the property from 2012 to 2019.

• Brendan Paul, another individual mentioned in the filing, was reportedly still in high school at the time and has never been to West Palm Beach, according to his attorney.

A spokesperson for Combs dismissed the allegations entirely, saying, "This complaint demonstrates the depraved lengths plaintiffs will travel to garner headlines in pursuit of a payday. No sane person reading this complaint could credit this story. Mr. Combs looks forward to having his day in court."

The suit is one of several Combs currently faces. He has denied all previous accusations of misconduct and is scheduled to stand trial in May on federal sex crime charges.

Gloria Estefan, Beyoncé, Jay-Z, LeBron James, and Jacob Arabo are not named as defendants in the suit. Adria English and Emilio Estefan are listed as co-defendants alongside Combs.

This latest legal filing adds to mounting scrutiny surrounding Combs' behavior and the celebrity circles historically associated with his events. More legal responses and court motions are expected in the coming weeks.

Cardi B Moves Into Ownership With Fashion, Beauty Brands Backed by Revolve

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Cardi B is stepping into a new era — one defined not by chart-topping singles, but by legacy, ownership, and long-term vision. The Grammy-winning rapper has announced a high-stakes joint venture with California-based retail powerhouse Revolve Group to launch her first fully owned fashion and beauty brands.

It’s a power move rooted in intention. In a post shared on X, the Bronx native outlined the inspiration behind her next chapter: “Coming from a Caribbean family, the goal is always to OWN!” she wrote. “I want to leave [my kids] with something they can carry for generations to come, something that their mother built from the ground up.”

This isn’t a licensing deal or endorsement. Cardi, born Belcalis Almánzar, has spent years behind the scenes working through major collaborations with brands like Fashion Nova, Reebok and NYX. Now, she’s channeling that experience into a venture she can call her own — shaped by her values, aesthetic and business acumen.

The partnership with Revolve aims to establish a billion-dollar multibrand company, one built to last. It’s a real business play, backed by long-term goals, hands-on involvement, and a team that includes creative director and longtime manager Patientce Foster, stylist Kollin Carter, and PR veterans Jennifer Walker and Adam Drawas.

“This is a lifetime brand,” Foster said in a recent WWD cover story.

“I don’t want my kids to be fighting with record labels on how much percent they’re going to get with my music,” Cardi added. “I’m doing this for me. Not for everybody else.”

The first collection will feature a fashion line inspired by Cardi’s signature style — form-fitting, body-positive silhouettes, real sizing and quality materials. “If it’s a size small, it should be a true size small,” she said, referencing her early days hustling for clothes that actually fit. “I want people to come back.”

Beauty is also in the works, marking Revolve’s first move into that space. It’s a natural extension for Cardi, whose bold glam has become part of her cultural impact — from elaborate nails to dramatic makeup and hair. She says the goal is to offer products that reflect her personal style but also meet high performance and quality standards.

Executives at Revolve — including co-founders Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas, and chief brand officer Raissa Gerona — see the partnership as a long-term play with global reach. With a fan base that spans continents, Cardi’s influence gives Revolve a chance to grow internationally, particularly in beauty.

“From Paris runways to the Bronx to Coachella, Cardi moves culture,” Gerona said. “This isn’t just about style — it’s about scale.”

The venture represents a broader shift in celebrity entrepreneurship — from endorsements to equity. With both sides aligned on strategy and substance, the launch stands to redefine what celebrity ownership can look like in fashion and beauty.

The first products from Cardi B’s joint venture with Revolve are expected later this year.