Lil Wayne is opening up about the time he recorded one of his headline-making albums from jail. During an appearance on the “Friends Keep Secrets” podcast, the 43-year-old said he put in an extreme amount of time and effort while serving an 8-month sentence at New York’s Rikers Island to put his album together in 2010.

According to Lil Wayne, whose real name is Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., he spent time in “the studio every night in jail,” revealing that the studio was actually him on the phone. “In my cell,” he added. “That meant everybody be quiet. I’m about to beat on this damn table.”

Although Lil Wayne had a 10:45 PM curfew, the rapper worked around it by starting his phone calls just before the cutoff time so that he could continue working on his project. “I would do it on purpose … That’s why everyone’s gotta lock in,” he said. “It was just me on the phone and [that way] I can actually record.”

Lil Wayne Said The People In Jail Made His Sentence Much Easier For Him

When Lil Wayne was asked if spending those eight months in jail was “the worst year” of his life, the rapper said it wasn’t that bad because the people at Rikers Island made it easier for him because of his status.

“… I have to give all of that thanks and credit to the people that were around me in there. They made it their job to make it easy for me,” he said.

Lil Wayne explained that when he first went in, he did what he could to make the days go by faster, but after some time, he accepted his fate. He even joined his fellow inmates by watching the Discovery Channel’s “Naked and Afraid.”

“You think they’re watching it because a female is in there naked. Nah, they know the storyline, they know everything,” he said.

Lil Wayne Recalls The First Day Behind Bars

In his memoir, “Gone ‘Til November,” Lil Wayne recounted his first day behind bars, stating that he was so beside himself that he had to speak with the facility’s psychiatrist.

“If I hadn’t traded my blue Marc Jacobs jeans, white polo, and gray Vans for green onesies, I wouldn’t have believed this shit myself. I had to talk to the prison psychiatrist when I got here. I told her that I shouldn’t be talking to her because I’m not crazy … but I ended up really enjoying her conversation,” part of the memoir read, per Revolt.

Elsewhere in the book, Lil Wayne said the prison’s captain warned him from the beginning that he would follow the rules and stay out of trouble.

“As soon as I sat down in the captain’s office, his exact first words to me were, ‘Don’t f-ck with my staff! Don’t come in here trying to be what you are. You’re not gonna ‘Lil Wayne’ up in this mothaf-cka!’ After the captain’s great words of discouragement, I was handed a towel, two sheets, a toothbrush, toothpaste, and a green cup. Oh yeah, and a cell, cell 29,” he wrote.

Wayne Was Under Fire A Few Weeks Ago

According to a previous report from The Blast, Lil Wayne was under fire several weeks ago when he ghosted a scheduled concert appearance in Maine. After hours of waiting, concertgoers were informed that the “Lollipop” rapper wasn’t coming on stage, leaving thousands of fans disappointed.

It’s not the first time he’s missed a show either. Back in 2025, Lil Wayne made headlines after ditching a scheduled performance in Toronto and, months later, walked off stage during a Los Angeles show due to an alleged illness.

For the most recent show, Lil Wayne promised to make it right by rescheduling the performance for July 28, 2026, telling his fans that he was “so sorry” about the mishap.

Wayne Was Upset Over Super Bowl Snub

In 2025, Wayne was the subject of much attention after calling out the NFL for overlooking him to perform during Super Bowl LIX.

“They stole that feeling. I don’t want to do it [anymore]. It was perfect,” he said. “To perform, it’s a bunch of things [the NFL] going to tell you to do and not do, a**es to kiss and not kiss.”

He went on to say that he refused to bend the knee and hang out with folks he normally wouldn’t just for relevance. “You ain’t never seen me in them types of venues. I ain’t Drake. I ain’t out there smiling like that everywhere. I’m in the stu’, smokin’ and recording,” he said.

Matthew and Camila McConaughey are giving tequila lovers a new way to celebrate National Tequila Day, no cocktail shaker required.

The couple’s Pantalones Organic Tequila has joined forces with Tipsy Scoop to transform the classic margarita into a frozen, alcohol-infused dessert. The collaboration begins with a limited-edition Peaches & Cream Margarita Ice Cream before expanding later this summer with a vegan flavor created exclusively for Tipsy Scoop’s new Dallas location.

According to a press release sent to The Blast, the partnership is intended to bring “the best of happy hour” to the ice cream shop during one of the hottest stretches of summer.

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Launching July 22, the Pantalones Peaches & Cream Margarita Ice Cream blends fresh peach ice cream with Pantalones Organic Reposado Tequila and a hint of lime. The result is intended to capture the sweet, creamy, and slightly tart flavor of a peach margarita in scoopable form.

“Most margaritas are served on the rocks. This summer, we’re deciding to serve ours by the scoop,” Pantalones Organic Tequila CMO Persia Tatar said in the release. “National Tequila Day is one of our favorite holidays, so partnering with Tipsy Scoop to turn a summer margarita into ice cream felt like a no-brainer. It’s fun, unexpected, and proof that tequila belongs in more places than just your glass.”

The limited-edition flavor will be available through August at every Tipsy Scoop Barlour. Customers can purchase an individual scoop for $8.50 or take home a pint for $16.

Fans Can Order The Boozy Ice Cream Nationwide

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Fans who do not live near a Tipsy Scoop location will still be able to try the McConaugheys’ latest creation. The Peaches & Cream Margarita flavor is available for nationwide delivery through Goldbelly in a four-pint package priced at $109.95. The bundle also includes a keepsake insulated Tipsy Scoop tote bag.

This is not simply tequila-flavored ice cream. According to the Goldbelly product listing, the frozen dessert contains up to 5% alcohol by volume. That places its maximum alcohol content in the range of some beers, meaning customers must be at least 21 years old to purchase or consume it. An adult signature is also required when the package is delivered, and it cannot be left unattended at the door.

The ice cream contains milk and is processed in a facility that also handles wheat, soy, tree nuts, and peanuts.

The Collaboration Expands Tipsy Scoop’s Boozy Dessert Menu

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Tipsy Scoop has been blending cocktails and frozen desserts since 2013, offering alcohol-infused takes on ice cream, sorbet, and other nostalgic treats.

The company currently operates locations in New York City and Philadelphia, along with franchises in Washington, D.C., the Bahamas, Portland, Nashville, Pensacola, and Baltimore. Dallas will become its newest market when the upcoming Barlour opens.

Its products are made with real spirits rather than flavoring alone, which is why they are reserved for adults. The brand’s other creations have included Cake Batter Vodka Martini ice cream, Mango Margarita Sorbet, and Tequila Mexican “Hot” Chocolate.

For the McConaugheys, the collaboration also creates another way to place Pantalones outside the traditional liquor aisle and introduce the tequila to customers through an unconventional summer product.

Pantalones Continues To Grow

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Matthew and Camila co-founded Pantalones Organic Tequila as a premium spirits brand with a deliberately irreverent personality. Produced in Amatitán, Jalisco, Mexico, its portfolio is made with 100% blue Weber agave and includes Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, and Extra Añejo expressions. The brand is also USDA-certified organic.

“The world doesn’t need another celebrity tequila, but tequila sure could use a kick in the pants. Pantalones Organic Tequila is the best thing we’ve made with our pants on,” Matthew and Camila McConaughey said in a statement. “We said, ‘let’s do it together and be face-forward.”

Pantalones Backs Up Its Playful Marketing With Major Awards

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Despite its comedic marketing, Pantalones has collected several industry honors. Its Añejo earned a Double Gold medal at the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition for the third consecutive year, elevating the expression to Platinum status. Wine Enthusiast also awarded 94 points to both its Blanco and Añejo tequilas, while the Reposado received 93 points.

Now, Pantalones is putting that award-winning Reposado into an adults-only dessert that allows fans to toast National Tequila Day with a spoon instead of a shot glass.

Cardi B has broken her silence on her latest romantic interest, admitting she doesn’t like all the attention on her love life.

The rapper caused a buzz after having a flirty interaction with soccer player Maduka Okoye during Paris Fashion Week. However, things intensified after the pair were spotted on a dinner date abroad.

Now, Cardi B is addressing the chatter, describing the frenzy as over the top, as she is simply having a good time.

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After her outing with Maduka caused quite the stir online, the “Bodak Yellow” rapper took to her Instagram Live to address fans.

“No cap, I’m really hip-hop’s Britney Spears. Like a b-tch right here feeling like Britney,” she began in the recording taken in her vehicle.

Cardi then lamented that other celebrities manage to have a semblance of privacy when it comes to their intimate relationships. However, the reverse is the case for her. “When it comes to me b-tch, I can’t even f-cking p-ss in a cup,” she slammed as seen in a viral clip.

Nevertheless, the Grammy winner isn’t bothered by all the attention, because there are stars who would play to have their names on everyone’s lips. Concluding her rant, Cardi declared that she welcomes all the drama.

She took to her X page to reiterate her message, writing, “Just know …I understand Britney Spears.”

Cardi B’s Date Night Ignites Baby Mama Scandal

Perhaps the “drama” Cardi is referring to is bombshell allegations revealed by Okoye’s baby mama following their date night in Italy.

As reported by The Blast, Jelicia Westhoff, who shares a child with the soccer star, took to social media to accuse him of infidelity and negligent parenting.

Seemingly triggered by his budding romance with the rapper, Westhoff claimed Okoye cheated on her numerous times with both women and men during their relationship. Dropping a major bomb about the athlete’s sexuality, she alleged that Okoye came out as bisexual to her.

Westhoff further called out Okoye for irresponsible parenting, recalling an incident in December last year when their son was sick and hospitalized four times but the soccer star didn’t come visit once.

“I been calm; I gave you 1000000 chances, and do you take care of him no?” she slammed.

Inside Cardi B And Maduka Okoye’s Date Night

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While Westhoff put her baby daddy on blast, Okoye seemed busy enjoying his time with Cardi B after their initial spark in Paris.

According to The Blast, weeks after their encounter at PFW, the pair were spotted on a date at Gio’s restaurant at the St. Regis. Cardi and the footballer appeared cozy, sitting next to each other while joined by friends at the table.

Although they were chatty, there was no display of PDA as reported by eyewitnesses. The “I Like It” songstress looked ravishing in a figure-hugging turquoise dress with a plunging neckline that accentuated her bosom.

Cardi B’s Baby Daddy Battles Assault Allegations

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As the rapper explores her connection with Okoye, questions have risen about the state of her relationship with her baby daddy, Stefon Diggs.

Cardi and the NFL player first debuted their romance in May 2025 and, in the months that followed, announced the birth of their son. However, they have been on-and-off ever since.

Amid the instability of their romance, Diggs is embattled in a bitter legal drama with social media influencer Christopher Griffith, who has accused him of sexual assault.

Per The Blast, in the case’s latest update, Griffith revealed to the court that he has turned over more than 100 pages of communication between him and the former New England Patriots alum.

The Rapper And NFL Player Were Involved In A Heated Altercation

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Last month, Diggs and Cardi made headlines after they were spotted having a tense moment during an outing in Maryland.

After an unexpected reunion, the co-parents got tongues wagging after they were caught arguing in public outside a coffee shop and gym location. Footage from the incident showed the “WAP” rapper screaming and making angry gestures as she addressed Diggs.

Although no audio was provided from the argument, Diggs later addressed fans’ speculation about a breakup, claiming there was no trouble in paradise. “That’s my child’s mother. I love her to death,” he said, per The Blast.

Netflix recently updated its all-time streaming rankings, and the latest figures show the platform is enjoying another blockbuster year. At least three of the streamer’s 2026 releases have now secured spots on its prestigious all-time viewership chart, including Jon Bernthal‘s His & Hers, Alan Ritchson‘s War Machine, and the family fantasy Swapped. Harlan Coben‘s I Will Find You also appears well on its way to joining them, with the twist-filled thriller continuing to attract audiences weeks after its premiere. With several high-profile originals still on the way, Netflix’s all-time rankings are likely to welcome even more additions before the year is over. Among the biggest contenders is one of the streamer’s most anticipated upcoming movies, which has just taken a major step toward its release.

Science fiction has proven to be one of Netflix’s most successful and globally resonant genres across series and movies, as proven by titles such as The Adam Project, Don’t Look Up, and 3 Body Problem. In hopes of scoring another major success in the genre, the streamer turned to one of Japan’s most iconic franchises, acquiring the rights to Gundam in 2021. Several years later, Netflix officially announced the franchise’s first live-action adaptation, based on the beloved Mobile Suit Gundam series. Set against the backdrop of a war between Earth and its space colonies, the story centers on rival factions battling for supremacy using towering, heavily armed mobile suits in some of science fiction’s most spectacular mechanized combat.

The film is intended to tell a standalone story designed to welcome newcomers while still appealing to longtime fans. Sydney Sweeney and Noah Centineo lead the cast as rival pilots drawn into a high-stakes conflict that could determine humanity’s future. Netflix has teased a Gundam experience unlike anything audiences have seen before, promising breathtaking mech battles, emotionally driven storytelling, and blockbuster-scale spectacle. Production began in April at Village Roadshow Studios on Australia’s Gold Coast, with additional location shooting in Brisbane and Toowoomba, Queensland. Now, four months later, the film has officially wrapped production, with photos from the cast’s wrap party beginning to surface across social media.

When Will Gundam Release?

With a reported budget of at least $100 million, Gundam is shaping up to be one of Netflix’s biggest sci-fi productions. Now that filming has wrapped, the project enters post-production, where much of the visual effects work needed to bring its towering mobile suits and large-scale battles to life will take place. The film is directed by Jim Mickle (Sweet Tooth), who has said the adaptation will honor the iconic elements of the original anime while introducing fresh ideas of its own.

Netflix has yet to announce an official release date, although industry speculation points to a possible 2027 debut. Alongside Sweeney and Centineo, the film features a supporting cast that includes Shioli Kutsuna (Deadpool & Wolverine), Jason Isaacs (The White Lotus), Nonso Anozie (Sweet Tooth), Michael Mando (Better Call Saul), and Ida Brooke (Dune: Part Three). Their roles remain under wraps for now, but with production complete, Netflix will naturally begin sharing more details as the film moves closer to release. Newcomers looking to familiarize themselves with the franchise can stream several Gundam animated titles on Netflix. Stay tuned for future updates.

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June 11, 2021

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DC Studios has released the official trailer for Clayface, and it’s becoming increasingly clear that this won’t be just another comic book movie. The new footage doubles down on the film’s gruesome body horror, delivering unsettling transformation sequences and psychological tension that make it feel closer to a modern horror classic than a traditional superhero blockbuster.

The trailer follows Matt Hagen (Tom Rhys Harries), a Gotham City native whose rise from the streets to Hollywood stardom comes to a devastating end after a violent encounter leaves him horribly disfigured. Desperate to reclaim his life and career, Hagen turns to scientist Dr. Caitlyn Corr (Naomi Ackie) for an experimental treatment. Instead of healing him, the procedure begins transforming him into the shape-shifting monster known as Clayface, sending him down a path of revenge as he slowly loses his grip on reality.

One sequence has already become the trailer’s defining moment. During a terrifying scene aboard an airplane, Hagen watches his face begin to melt before frantically using a pair of scissors in a desperate attempt to stop the transformation. Director James Watkins revealed that the sequence was so graphic that even members of the production crew struggled to watch it while filming. Multiple versions of the scissors prop were created to safely capture the disturbing practical effects.

Clayface [credit: DC Studios]

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While previous marketing teased the film’s horror influences, today’s trailer fully embraces them. Grotesque facial distortions, melting flesh, and increasingly violent transformations dominate the footage, reinforcing DC Studios’ promise that Clayface is a genuine R-rated horror film rather than a superhero movie with horror elements. The film draws clear inspiration from body horror classics while telling a tragic story about fame, identity, and obsession.

Interestingly, the trailer still refuses to reveal Clayface’s complete monstrous form. Instead, Warner Bros. continues to tease glimpses of Hagen’s final transformation without giving audiences a full look at the iconic Batman villain, preserving one of the movie’s biggest surprises for its theatrical release.

Joining Harries and Ackie is Max Minghella as Gotham City detective John Pearlman, who becomes entangled in Hagen’s horrifying descent. The film is directed by James Watkins from a screenplay by Hossein Amini, based on a story by Mike Flanagan, with producers including James Gunn, Peter Safran, and Matt Reeves.

If today’s trailer is any indication, Clayface may end up being one of the most unique comic book adaptations ever released. Rather than relying on massive action sequences or world-ending stakes, the film appears focused on delivering an unsettling character-driven horror story that pushes the DC Universe into entirely new territory.

It’s been a year since ‘Love Island USA’ Season 6 stars JaNa Craig and Kenny Rodriguez decided to call it quits. Many were shocked when the news hit the timeline, especially after JaNa’s best friend, Charmane, along with fellow Love Island USA co-stars Serena Page and Leah Kateb, seemingly hinted at Kenny sending alleged racist text messages.

Well, Kenny has officially decided to sit down and clear the air as he shares what led to the breakup, his side of the relationship, and addresses the alleged racist text messages and the backlash that followed.

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Kenny Rodriguez Addresses Racist Text Claims And The Backlash He Faced Following His Breakup With JaNa Craig

Kenny Rodriguez recently sat down with Zachary Cummings on ‘The Journey ‘Podcast, where he opened up about his breakup with JaNa Craig. During the interview, Kenny addressed the alleged racist text message controversy that surfaced after his breakup with JaNa.

He claimed he generalized a few things while venting to a friend and apologized. Kenny says he understands how the messages could hurt people. He maintained that the messages do not define who he is, explaining they were sent while he was venting after enduring what he described as verbal abuse.

“I’ve dated Black women before. I have Black ancestry. I’m Dominican. Half of my family is dark skin. So how — there was never a problem with race. The problem was with how you were treating me,” he said.

Kenny also alleged that JaNa got physical with him the night she found the messages on his phone. When asked whether any of his ‘Love Island USA’ season 6 castmates reached out following the breakup, Kenny claimed Kordell Beckham did. He added that he has the utmost respect for him.

Kordell Beckham Takes To His Instagram Story To Respond To Kenny Rodriguez

As clips of Kenny Rodriguez continued circulating online  Kordell quickly took to his Instagram Story to shut down the claims. Kordell made it clear that he stands with JaNa and that the call didn’t go as Kenny mentioned during the interview. He also denied ever condoning Kenny’s actions, writing, “@kennyrodriguez We not even gon get on how you sat on that podcast and lied the entire time, but what we not gon do is lie like I condoned anything you did/said. After YOU called me I got on that and we haven’t spoke since. Shout out my sis Jana love you for life girl. And keep my mf name out your mouth I don’t fw you bro.”

JaNa Craig Calls Out Kenny Rodriguez As She Denies His Recent Breakup Claims And Assault Allegation

Following Kordell Beckham’s response, JaNa Craig also took to her Instagram Story as she claimed she received a cease-and-desist before Kenny Rodriguez appeared on a podcast and made what she called “straight lies” about her. She challenged Kenny to give her permission to release their text messages, saying they would help tell the full story.

“Very ballsy of you, insane. But if you wanna play, let’s play. I think you should give me permission to drop all the text messages. Why don’t we start there? Give me permission to drop all the text messages, and then we can just go from there. You know everything you told was a lie,” she said in part.

JaNa also said she had stayed quiet for nearly a year following their breakup to focus on herself. She is now waiting for his lawyers to respond. JaNa Craig reposted Kordelll’s Instagram Story responding to Kenny Rodriguez, writing, “Love you Kordell more than anything. My brother for life.”

The following day, she returned to her Instagram Story to address claims that she assaulted Kenny.

“Never in my life have I assaulted anyone, ever. It’s not even in my character. I would never do such a thing. Most importantly, even after I’ve learned from a particular someone their views of the Black community, about the LGBTQ community, about immigrants in our country, even though their dad is an immigrant in America, I still would never, ever get physical,” she said.

Admitting they argued at times like any couple. JaNa also questioned why Kenny was making it seem like they were miserable together. JaNa also reassured fans that she isn’t stressing because she, Jesus, and God know what truly happened throughout their relationship. She thanked supporters for standing by her, adding that she isn’t bothered by the claims and is doing just fine.

RELATED: What Did He Do?! Social Media Demands Answers After ‘Love Island USA’ Star JaNa Craig And Loved Ones Publicly Call Out Kenny Rodriguez Post Breakup

2026 is a great time for Spider-Man fans, who are eagerly awaiting the premiere of the first Spider-Man movie in five years, Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The film will serve as a direct follow-up to Spider-Man: No Way Home (co-starring Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield), and it will follow Peter Parker (played by Tom Holland) after everyone has forgotten who he is, leaving him to rely on being Spider-Man to connect him to the old world. Spider-Man fans were also treated to a new TV series earlier this year, Spider-Noir, starring Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly. The show has not officially been picked up for Season 2 yet, but the widely positive reception and viewership alludes to it receiving the chance to continue beyond Season 1.

While Peter Parker has carved out a name for himself as the Spider-Man of a generation, younger fans have found themselves flocking to Miles Morales, who was first introduced in 2011. Between his roles in the Spider-Verse movies and the Spider-Man games from Insomniac, many Spider-Man fans have found themselves more connected with Miles than Peter, despite the character not yet appearing in live-action. However, during a recent interview, Marvel boss Kevin Feige confirmed that Miles will eventually make his way into the MCU, saying: “I think live-action Spider-Man movies have this destiny: to add Miles [Morales] at some point after the Spider-Verse series is completed.” Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, which is confirmed to be the final entry in the beloved animated franchise, will be released in theaters on June 18, 2027. After Secret Wars at the end of 2027, it’s possible that the next Spider-Man movie could center around Miles, not Peter.

What Are Miles Morales’ Powers?

Miles Morales has similar powers to Peter Parker in that he has enhanced durability, strength, and agility, along with the ability to web-swing, but he also has access to more powers that are unavailable to Peter Parker. Miles has a power known as Active Camouflage, meaning he can go nearly invisible briefly, or at least invisible enough that he completely blends into his surroundings, making him almost impossible to see. He also has access to electrical abilities, including the ability to channel electricity and harness it through punches and other moves. He’s easily one of the strongest street-level heroes in Marvel.

Stay tuned to Collider for more updates and coverage of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which opens in theaters on July 31.

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July 31, 2026

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