Once upon a time, K. Michelle was head over heels about R. Kelly. She confirmed that herself in a newly released interview with ‘The Jason Lee Show.’ The singer was candid about her history with Kelly, whose currently in prison for multiple sex-related crimes, including trafficking and child pornography. And while she wanted him bad, Michelle admitted that she was not the woman he desired.

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K. Michelle Says R. Kelly Didn’t Return Her Love

As mentioned, the singer spilled about her past with R. Kelly during a chat with Jason Lee, who runs Hollywood Unlocked. Michelle is the first guest of the show’s fourth season, which premiered on BET on Wednesday (April 8). She deep-dived into her history and present, including joining the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ cast. When Jason Lee asked her whether she and R. Kelly had ever been intimate, she didn’t hesitate to confirm, saying, “Oh yeah, absolutely. I loved him.” K. Michelle also said, “I loved Robert Kelly. I loved him,” confirming she was IN love. Additionally, Michelle denied past reports claiming R. Kelly physically abused her.

“No, Rob didn’t hit me. I didn’t go through an abusive Rob…My truth with Robert Slyvester Kelly. Robert Kelly always saw me as nothing, I might have loved him, but he didn’t see me as, nothing more than motivation for writing. I wasn’t the woman he wanted, even though I wanted him.”

Touching briefly on his sex-related crimes, K. Michelle said “mothers and people should be held accountable.” Sparkle is Kelly’s former protégé and aunt to one of his alleged victims, Reshona Landfair. Michelle says she should “absolutely” go to prison.

“Robert is absolutely wrong in the things, but those people around him never corrected him. That’s not an excuse, Jason, because I’m a woman advocate.”

As far as Drea Kelly goes, K. also clarified that’s “absolutely not” a victim. “Drea Kelly, if you wanted snow, he had a whole team come bring you snow,” she said. K. Michelle also denied that she’s sent Robert any letters during his imprisonment, despite his team reaching out.

Singer Becomes Emotional While Explaining How She Felt Learning Of His Arrest

In addition to her intimate history with R. Kelly, Michelle also opened up about his arrest and how he’d once saved her. She told Jason Lee she was in a studio booth when she saw a TV screen announcing the arrest of her “mentor.” As she explained, she appeared to get emotional with watery eyes.

“I don’t think people understand. That man taught me about writing, and this and that,” she said, wiping away tears. “To hear what happened to those women and families, I hurt so bad for those women and I just hurt for all parties involved.”

She said that R. Kelly saved her from an abusive relationship, putting a stop to what was happening. Then, she had to watch him accused of doing the same, while knowing that wasn’t her experience of him. She said, “I wasn’t there,” adding that she “didn’t see that.” Looking back now, she feels her whole industry career has been a “f*ck over” and “not about music,” but more so the knowledge that people know she’d speak out. That in itself has “stifled” her career, Michelle said.

Social Media Weighs In On Singer’s Interview Comments

Over 4,500 Instagram users weighed in on K. Michelle’s comments about Kelly. Their thoughts appeared in the comment section of ‘The Jason Lee Show’ (@jasonleeshow). While some folks sympathized with what she shared, others had more spicy takes. For example, some commented called out the singer for saying Drea Kelly was not a victim.  Here’s a recap of the energy under the post.

@chiquita_lasett commented, “The one thing about K, she’s going to tell the truth.” 

“K. Michelle, I definitely agree that the whole ecosystem should be held accountable; label executives, staff, patents & etc. And as far as Sparkle & Drea Kelly, they are both VICTIMS and ACCOMPLICES, they can be both things at the same time,” @mrjerometrammel added.

“I say this all the time everyone should’ve been held accountable, including him! Their parents need to be in jail too for trafficking, their children,” @therealdeemanni said.

Meanwhile, @7.1.hicks wrote, “But why is K admitting how much she loved R.Kelly now that she’s married? 🙄🤔 The disrespect 🤷🏽‍♀️” 

@tiffanywysinger added, “The grave! Would’ve taken it to the dirt. Ain’t no way. Smh.”

@ricadinerotv wrote, “R. Kelly didn’t want a woman. He wanted a child. Be clear.” 

“Baby one thing about my girl K is she gonna keep it 💯,” @jess_to_create added.

“So it’s okay for her to say that Drea Kelly isn’t a victim but when someone didn’t believe her story it was the biggest deal. Damn shame,” @mariaaa_oxo commented.

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Though I’m well past the age of regularly seeking out a raunchy coming-of-age comedy, I still like to know what’s out there. As a musician, I want to know what the kids are getting into because it’s the easiest way to follow trends and keep your finger on the pulse (grunge and shoegaze is back, baby!). As a movie fan, and also a parent, I want that same awareness because with so many media touch points these days, you need to know when to restrict content and when to provide guidance. Luckily, my kids are years off from high school, so I don’t have to worry about them watching 2024’s Incoming any time soon.

Why would I be worried about my kids watching Incoming, you ask? Remember the raunchy teen comedies we had in the early aughts? Some guy bangs a pie, another guy puts a rat in his mouth. It’s crude, but knows when to censor itself. As a 13-year-old, I thought that was the be-all, end-all of lowbrow comedy, but just like beer, whacko tobacco, and how much shame we’re willing to collectively process on a daily basis, the potency perpetually increases as time marches forward. Incoming is peak R-rated fodder and kind of a disgrace when you compare it to the raunchy comedies of yesteryear. But that’s also what makes it so fun.

Long story short, when my kids are old enough to watch R-rated movies on their own, I’m not going to read them the riot act if Incoming is one of them. But if they scroll through my recently watched list on Netflix, I’ll probably be sleeping on the couch for the foreseeable future.

Typical High School Party Plot Dialed To 11

Incoming centers on a group of high school freshmen, and it benefits from splitting them up during their first official house party. Benj (Mason Thames), Eddie (Ramon Reed), Connor (Raphael Alejandro), and Koosh (Bardia Seiri) all get their moments to shine, but their motivations are wildly different, which sends them on very different adventures.

Benj is in love with his older sister’s friend Bailey (Isabella Ferreira) and wants to make a move. Eddie and Connor are the wet blankets who just want to hang out like the good old days. Koosh’s older brother, Kayvon (Kayvan Shai), is throwing the rager, and Koosh wants to prove he’s more than just the rich kid with the cool older brother.

It’s time to party, and this is where Incoming starts to heat up. I had my reservations early on because it felt like it was building toward the usual teen movie beats of substance abuse and running from the cops. Like an updated version of Can’t Hardly Wait. Once the group gets split up, though, that’s when things click.

When Koosh is told by Kayvon that he can only let one friend in, Benj jumps at the opportunity to get closer to Bailey. Benj sticking around gives us a look at the chaos of the party itself.

Koosh, whose parents are absurdly rich, has a hidden surveillance room where he spies on every guest. He uses it to figure out who to flirt with despite having zero game. He sets his sights on Gabrielle (Victoria Moroles) and tries to seduce her in his parents’ spa. Meanwhile, Benj takes a more sincere approach, though he’s still too afraid to be himself in that kind of setting, so he plays it cool.

The B Plot Outplots The A Plot

If everything above sounds like enough to keep you watching Incoming, you haven’t even gotten to the best part. The movie’s real MVP is the B story involving Eddie and Connor.

Bored because they didn’t get into the party, they steal Eddie’s mom’s boyfriend’s Tesla and go for a joyride. They swing by the party to check things out, and that’s when Katrina (Loren Gray), the most popular girl in school, mistakes their car for her Uber. She’s well past the point of being reasonably trashed.

After demolishing an ungodly amount of Taco Bell, she creates her own version of Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes all over the back seat (read: explosive diarrhea). What follows is one of the most traumatic experiences of their young lives. Do they ditch her at a fire station covered in her own filth, or do they step up and do the honorable thing by hosing her off in hazmat suits?

Back at the party, recurring bits with their chemistry teacher Mr. Studebaker (Bobby Cannavale) keeps things interesting. Going through a messy divorce and trying to reconnect with his youth, he drinks everyone under the table and becomes the legend of the night, one questionable decision at a time.

So Much Fun, But You Have To Be Primed For It

I’m 37 years old. I don’t seek out movies like Incoming because I’m not in high school or college. Watching it through that lens, it’s nothing special because I grew up on Freddy Got Fingered and Road Trip. That said, I’m genuinely glad movies like Incoming and 2018’s The Package are still being made. Sneaking movies like this when you’re a teenager is a rite of passage.

Have I ever been to a party or road trip like the ones in these movies? Not even close. But that’s the point. These films are harmless wish fulfillment for kids who love gross-out humor and watching a bunch of losers get in way over their heads trying to get laid. It’s good, dumb fun.

I’m not going to shout from the rooftops that everyone needs to see this because I’m not the target audience. But I will recommend it to anyone convinced the raunchy teen comedy is dead. If you need proof, you can stream Incoming on Netflix.

Actor Mark Hamill, best known for his role as Luke Skywalker in the “Star Wars” franchise, has never been shy about voicing his opinion. Recently, both Lucasfilm and Disney experienced a leadership shakeup. In January 2026, Kathleen Kennedy stepped down as President of Lucasfilm and was replaced by both Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan. In March, Josh D’Amaro officially succeeded Bob Iger as Disney CEO. Many fans have been wondering how these changes might affect the franchise going forward, but Hamill doesn’t seem too concerned about its future.

Mark Hamill Shares His Thoughts On Dave Filoni

While promoting his new role with The Lego Group, the 74-year-old actor praised Dave Filoni, who worked directly with George Lucas on the animated series “The Clone Wars,” while speaking to USA Today.

Hamill said that Filoni understands the franchise “so well” and “can’t think of better hands” to take over the galaxy far, far away. He also praised the “great stuff” Filoni has worked on, including “The Mandalorian” and “The Book of Boba Fett,” both of which featured a young Luke Skywalker.

“George was a mentor to Dave, so he knows George’s sensibility,” Hamill added.

Mark Hamill Celebrates 50 Years Of ‘Star Wars’

March 22, 2026, marked the 50^th anniversary of the day that filming on the first movie began. Disney will be celebrating the milestone by putting “A New Hope” back in theaters in February 2027.  

“It doesn’t feel like 50 years, and it makes you feel old,” Hamill said, revealing that he had recently been reminiscing about the path with a 1976 date book filled with notes about the film’s production.

He recalled how it was “bringing back such memories,” adding, “time flies when you’re having fun!”

Mark Hamill Reveals Which Of His Children Are Interested In ‘Star Wars’

Hamill revealed that each of his children has a different reaction to the franchise. He revealed that his oldest son, Nathan, who was born during the production of “The Empire Strikes Back,” visited him on the set of “Return of the Jedi,” which marked the final installment in the original trilogy.

“He was totally into it,” Hamill recalled. “He could sit in Yoda’s house because he was little. He was perfectly proportioned. He sat on the Emperor’s throne. He was in the creature shop, and they were letting him play with things.”

“When I did ‘The Muppet Show,’ same thing,” he continued. “I thought, ‘What a wonderful experience for him.’ … I was almost envious of him being able to have all these experiences.”

Not All Of His Children Are Interested In ‘Star Wars’

1983 was the year “Return of the Jedi” was released in theaters. It was also the year his son Griffin was born. However, he was less interested in the franchise than his older brother was.

“My second son, Griffin, is more analytical and serious, and he says: ‘You know, Star Wars movies just aren’t for me. They’re too commercial for my liking,’” Hamill said.

However, he went on to say, “My daughter likes them. Kids are all different!”

Mark Hamill Was Fascinated By Tie-In Merchandising

While working with LEGO to promote an upcoming line of SMART Play LEGO sets, Hamill revealed that he’s always loved toys, calling them “therapeutic.” One of the first things he bought with his “Star Wars” paycheck was all the toys he wanted as a kid that he couldn’t afford, like the game Lie Detector.

He also revealed that, out of the whole cast, he was the “most enamored” by all the “Star Wars” action figures and tie-in merchandise that the franchise has since become known for, such as games and comic books.

“I bought every comic, maybe 16 copies, (and) gave them out to friends,” he recalled. “I was thrilled about that. I loved the toy aspect of it. Harrison was sort of, ‘Eh, whatever.’ He didn’t really care. Carrie thought it was kind of fun. But I was the real enthusiast.”

He also loved running across boxes of cereal with “Star Wars” characters’ faces on them when he went grocery shopping. “To me, this was a peak achievement,” he said, adding, “Forget about the Oscars. I’m on a box of Kellogg’s Corn Pops!”

The public dynamic between Elon Musk and his estranged daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson, has taken a dramatic new turn following a series of candid revelations. 

The Tesla founder’s daughter is stepping out of her father’s shadow to define her own identity on her own terms. 

Vivian was born to Musk and his ex-wife, Canadian author Justine Wilson. However, the transgender model and her father have been estranged for years. 

Vivian Candidly Reflects On Her Future With Dad Elon Musk

In a recent interview with Cosmopolitan, Vivian, the 21-year-old daughter of 54-year-old Musk, provided a blunt assessment of her relationship with her father. 

She explained that she has essentially made peace with their estrangement, noting that since there is “not much” she can do to change the situation, she has chosen not to let it define her. While she acknowledges that being Musk’s daughter is part of her history, she firmly stated that it is not her story. 

“There’s not much I can do about it, so who cares? It’s part of my story, but it’s not the future of my story,” she said. 

Despite the internet’s tendency to constantly link her back to her father, Vivian joked that her recent media training has helped her navigate these recurring questions with a newfound level of detachment.

Reflecting on the extreme wealth of her upbringing, she described a “level of detachment from reality” where people feel they deserve their fortune while others suffer. 

Now, choosing to reject that lifestyle, Vivian admitted that her biggest fear is how greed and the never-ending desire for power can corrupt people, turning them into someone completely different.

Vivian Addressed Her Financial Independence And New Modeling Career

Despite her choice to step away from the fame and fortune associated with her father, Vivian is often forced to address public assumptions about her financial situation. According to The Blast, she clarified that, contrary to popular belief, she does not have vast sums of money at her disposal. 

While she acknowledged that her mother is wealthy and her father possesses “unimaginable” riches, the 21-year-old emphasized that she does not have hundreds of thousands of dollars and lives a much more modest life than many would expect.

Vivian made it clear that she has no desire to be “super rich” and is content living within her means. She also shared that she is grateful to be able to afford basic necessities like food and shelter, noting that she feels more fortunate than many others her age in Los Angeles. 

Notably, her commitment to financial independence from her father follows their public fallout, which was largely sparked by his negative reaction to her gender transition.

The Model Constantly Critiques Her Father’s Politics And Business Ethics

Vivian’s journey toward self-definition involves both financial independence and a direct challenge to the public image her father cultivated for years. In April 2025, Vivian took part in an extensive interview with influencer Hasan Piker, where she offered a scathing critique of Elon’s true political leanings and professional reputation. 

She claimed that the tech mogul was never the “liberal darling” he once appeared to be, per The Blast.

During the candid conversation, Vivian stated that her father has actually been “right-wing since at least 2016” and pushed back against the idea that her gender transition caused his political shift. 

Vivian went even further by branding her estranged father an “insecure little buffoon.” She also targeted his automotive company, describing it as a “Ponzi scheme” designed to strip people of their money. 

Elon Musk’s Daughter Slammed Him For Sex-Selective Birth

The intensity of Vivian’s public rebukes against Musk often stems from what she describes as a fundamental betrayal of her own personhood by her father. In September, she launched a scathing social media thread addressing the circumstances of her birth, alleging that Elon Musk specifically used sex-selective IVF to ensure he had sons. 

In these posts, she expressed a deep sense of resentment, claiming that her assigned sex at birth was treated as a “commodity that was bought and paid for.”

“That expectation of masculinity that I had to rebel against all my life was a monetary transaction,” she wrote, per The Blast. 

This perspective resonated with thousands of social media users who voiced their support as she questioned the ethics and legality of the practice.

Vivian Used Her Runway Debut To Advocate For Trans Rights

Mark Wahlberg, long known as a dedicated fitness buff, is now sharing that passion with others through a new series centered on his intense daily workout routine. The new YouTube series offers a glimpse into his disciplined lifestyle, while also putting celebrity guests to the test.

Wahlberg has named one of the influencers who he said made minimal effort in the challenge, revealing that not everyone was able to keep up with the demanding regimen.

Mark Wahlberg Calls Out Influencer

Mark Wahlberg’s new YouTube series, “4 AM Club Challenge,” was announced in late March, and two weeks later, TMZ caught up with the actor to talk about the new project.

In the middle of the conversation, Wahlberg mentioned influencer-turned-comedian Druski, real name Drew Desbordes, singling him out as the celebrity who made the least effort in the challenge. “Druski, he really didn’t do much,” Wahlberg revealed. “Every time I turn around, I hear ‘9, 10.’ I turn around, he’s just sitting there looking at his phone,” he added.

Druski’s “4 AM Club Challenge” has yet to be released, and it’s unclear whether the comedian did that for comedic relief. For past events, the influencer took training seriously, participating in the Nike Runski running event in 2024. A year later, Druski shared 6 a.m. basketball training sessions on social media as he prepared for an All-Star Charity Game.

The Actor Said Some Of The Celebrities Thought His Routine Was Fake

Wahlberg was asked how difficult his workout routine would be for the average person, and he said he doesn’t think it’s the “most difficult thing to do,” advising those who want to try the routine to “do what you’re capable of doing.”

The 54-year-old said personally, he just wants to get his routine done early to get it out of the way so he can focus on other things for the rest of the day. “All these different guys came in, and most of the guys thought it was either fake that I do it for Instagram or whatever. Or they just felt like they wanted to outdo me,” he said of the celebrities who took on his challenge.

Wahlberg said the participants weren’t used to the pace and intensity of the workout, which resulted in them getting tired early.

Mark Wahlberg’s ‘4 AM Club Challenge’

On March 26, Wahlberg dropped the trailer for “4 AM Club Challenge,” a 10-part series on YouTube created in conjunction with his production company, Unrealistic Ideas.

“I’ve always believed that how you start your morning sets the tone for everything else,” said Wahlberg, adding that his 4 a.m. fitness challenge focuses on “discipline, accountability, and pushing yourself to be better.” The actor shared that working with the celebrity influencers was a fun experience.

Archie Gips, the production company’s president, said the series aims to show a “different side” to Wahlberg and the featured influencers. “It’s competitive, it’s funny, and it’s ultimately about the mindset it takes to succeed,” Gips added.

The first season of “4 AM Club Challenge” features Druski, Brent Rivera, Hannah Stocking, Ben Azelart, Dhar Mann, Pierson, Airrack, Adam W, The Stokes Twins, and Jesse James West.

Mark Wahlberg’s Daily Routine Went Viral

In 2018, the “Ted” actor shared his daily routine on Instagram Stories. It quickly went viral after online users reacted to how intense the schedule was.

As Wahlberg noted, a typical day for him starts at 2:30 a.m. He does his daily prayers and eats breakfast before beginning his workout at 3:40 a.m. and finishing at 5:30 a.m. Before noon, the actor has already done plenty, including eating a post-workout meal, showering, playing a round of golf, eating a snack, spending time in the cryo chamber, having another snack, and spending time with family.

The second half of his day is spent having meetings and doing work. At 4:00 p.m., he has another hour-long workout session before having dinner with his family. Wahlberg is in bed by 7:30 p.m., ensuring he gets eight hours of sleep.

The Fitness Buff Eats The Same Breakfast Daily

Apart from regularly working out, Wahlberg keeps in shape by having healthy meals. In December 2025, the actor posted an Instagram video sharing what he eats for breakfast daily. The meal consists of hard-boiled eggs, scrambled eggs, turkey, salmon with lemon, and blueberries. “Same old, same old, every day,” Wahlberg said while eating his meal and enjoying the sunrise.

However, he also indulges from time to time, telling Men’s Health he sometimes has “cheat meals.” He likes having tequila, chocolate, pasta, and different types of desserts, but admits that he doesn’t feel good after ingesting them. Most of the time, however, he sticks to his “boring and repetitive” diet.

“4 AM Club Challenge” released its first episode on March 27, with new episodes released every two weeks.

Young Thug‘s reaction to the news that Offset was recently shot has internet users GAGGED.

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Young Thug Reacts To News That Offset Was Recently Shot

On Thursday, April 9, The Shade Room obtained footage of Young Thug heading to his car in a parking lot. Before getting in, Thug is asked about Offset getting shot at the Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood, Florida. In response, Thug appeared to be hearing the news for the first time and was visibly puzzled.

Ultimately, Thug shared that he had just gotten off a 26-hour flight from Asia.

Check out his reaction below.

Internet Users Are GAGGED At Young Thug’s Reaction

Social media users entered TSR’s comment section, gagged at Young Thug’s reaction.

More On Offset Recently Getting Shot

As The Shade Room previously reported, Offset was shot outside of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on Monday, April 6. At the time, it was reported that two people were detained while Offset was transported to a hospital in stable condition.

Subsequently, a lawyer for fellow rapper Lil Tjay shared a statement, asserting that he was not involved in the shooting despite rumors alleging otherwise. This, because, amid the shooting, Tjay had reportedly been arrested for disorderly conduct.

On Tuesday, April 7, Tjay was released from jail and shared strong words for Offset, per The Shade Room.

Subsequently, Offset shot back with his own words. This, as authorities reportedly asserted that an associate of Tjay’s shot the former Migos rapper.

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