The mom of BloodHound Q50, a woman apparently named Machetta Dudley, has sparked reactions after sharing strong words for critics following his death.

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Machetta Dudley, Mom Of BloodHound Q50, Shares STRONG Words For Critics Following His Death

Earlier this week, Machetta Dudley took to Facebook to share a lengthy, now-deleted post. In the post, she appeared to address critics of her late son, BloodHound Q50, whose real name was Mikquale Cooper. Additionally, she appeared to note her desire for vengeance.

Dudley noted that now somebody’s “momma” was going to be crying like her. From there, she noted that her son was “raised right” and his family knew he loved each of them.

“I’LL DIE FOR MINES.. I’LL KILL FOR THEM . SMILE IN MY MUGSHOT… YES IM THE MOTHER THAT STOOD ON BUSINESS I CHANGED FOR MY KID’S NOW I’M BACK … YOU WOKE UP THE DEMON SLAYER MOTHER… IDGAF WHO DON’T LIKE IT…I WANT WHAT I WANT… LET THE TROLLS TROLL… THAT S**T AIN’T MOVING A SOUL… JUST KNOW WHAT MAKES YOU LAUGH GON MAKE YOUR FAMILY CRY,” she wrote in part.

See her full, now-deleted message below.

To note, on Monday, September 14, Dudley returned to Facebook with another message.

“I DID NOT CREATE NO GOFUND ME… DON’T SEND NO MONEY THAT’S NOT MY PROFILE.. MY BABY STRAIGHT EVERYTHING TAKEN CARE OF.. DON’T LET THAT PAGE SCAM Y’ALL.. THEY USED MY NAME AND MY TWIN PICTURE,” she wrote.

Machetta Dudley, Mom Of BloodHound Q50, Sparks Reactions With STRONG Words For Critics

Social media users reacted to Machetta Dudley’s strong words in TSR’s comment section.

More On The Rapper’s Shooting Death

As The Shade Room previously reported, during the early hours of Sunday, September 13, BloodHound Q50 was reportedly ambushed in a shooting while parked in a Tesla at a gas station in the Fuller Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Per PEOPLE, BloodHound Q50 sustained gunshot wounds to his chest and shoulder and was subsequently pronounded dead.

“When I hopped out the car, the shots started almost immediately. One of the bullets hit the front of my car and ricocheted … and that’s when I got all the way behind the truck. I thought I heard over 100 [shots]. I think the markings stopped at 80 or something, but I feel like I heard way more than that,” a male witness reportedly told the Chicago Sun-Times.

According to the Chicago Sun-Times, a total of six gunmen initiated the ambush against the 22-year-old. The same witness reportedly told the press that a woman had escaped from Q50’s passenger seat and he stayed at the scene to console her.

“‘This is gonna be your man’s last night alive,’” one of the shooters allegedly told her moments before the incident, per the male witness.

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Emma Wehr, the wife of late car influencer James Wehr, has broken her silence following his tragic death at age 27.

James and another passenger were involved in a fiery car accident in Irvine, California, in the early hours of Sunday, September 13. Irvine police confirmed two fatalities after the driver of a 2019 McLaren “lost control of their vehicle” and “struck a curb and a tree” before the car “split in two and caught fire.”

Irvine police said it would not name the victims until their families had been notified. James’ family identified him as one of the two people involved in a Sunday Instagram post.

Later on Sunday, James’ wife, Emma, 26, shared an emotional tribute to her husband via her Instagram account, which has since been set to private.

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“I never thought the day would come that I’d have to say such a final goodbye,” she captioned a series of photos of herself and James together, per the Orange County Register. “Getting the opportunity to love you will always be the greatest blessing in my life …”

She added, “Like I said in my vows, I’m so grateful to have gotten the chance to live my life at the same time that you lived yours. Whether it’s in this lifetime or the next, my heart will always find its way to you. Rest easy, my love.”

James and Emma wed in July 2025.

On Monday, September 14, a family member of model Alexis “Lexi” Kramer, 22, identified her as the second person killed in the crash, reported the California Post.

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The relative claimed that Lexi, who described herself as a 2026 Hooters calendar model in her Instagram bio, flew from Lakeland, Florida, to California on Friday, September 11, to spend the weekend with James, per the outlet.

Lexi was under the impression that he was separated from Emma, the family member told the Post.

“[He] talked to her every day all the time and finally got her to fly out to California to come see him,” the relative said of Lexi, noting that she was a fan of “American muscle cars and motorcycles.”

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“She loved the car community, so it’s such a tragedy that that’s what ended her,” they added. “As you can imagine, this was very shocking and hard. She was kind and funny and charismatic and I’ve had so many people reach out and share their wonderful experiences with Lexi.”

Lexi’s sister, Gracie Kramer, paid tribute to her sibling via Instagram on Monday.

“Lexi was so much more than just my best friend, she was all of my love, my heart, my attitude, and my humor wrapped into a smaller, more chaotic, less filtered package,” Gracie wrote in part. “She was my other half. The comfort I never realized I took for granted in every room. The light of joy I needed on every rough day. My greatest confidant, and now my hardest heartbreak.”

Keanu Reeves has found his next action thriller.

The John Wick star is set to lead Kill Current, an upcoming adaptation of Oliver Lowe’s novel Kill Current: A Jon Hendricks Thriller. The Arena has acquired the project and will finance and produce the film, with Reeves also producing alongside Alexandra Grant through their newly launched production company, Two Dragonflies.

The story centers on Jon Hendricks, a burned-out CIA officer who is pulled back into action after losing the protégé he trained. His search for revenge sends him into a globe-spanning conflict involving shifting alliances, technological warfare and the battle for some of the world’s most valuable resources.

The upcoming novel is the first entry in a planned Jon Hendricks thriller series and is scheduled to be published by Zando in May 2027.

“I’m excited and grateful for the opportunity to develop the character Jon Hendricks with these wonderful collaborators and that this is the project that launches Two Dragonflies which I share with my partner, Alexandra Grant,” Reeves said.

The project could potentially give Reeves another action franchise outside of John Wick, as Kill Current is being developed from the first installment of a planned book series.

Two Dragonflies was founded by Reeves and Grant to develop stories across film, television, animation, comic books, games, literature and other creative mediums.

No director, additional cast members or release date have been announced.

Karrueche Tran recently hyped up her fans after sharing a GRWM (get-ready-with-me) video on social media. Tran was giving her supporters a look at her ‘fit ahead of supporting her boyfriend Deion Sanders at his Buffaloes’ game. In response to the cutesy clip, Karrueche’s fans say the ‘Claws’ actress is giving “coach’s wife” energy.

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Karrueche Tran Shows Off Game Day Fit

As said, Tran herself uploaded the clip. It’s unclear where she was located when she filmed it, but she opened by saying it’s her “game day fit.” She shared that the theme of the day was “white out,” so she wore a white Nike quarter-zip. She revealed she cut the sleeves short herself. It was designed by Deion Sanders Jr., she said, calling his nickname Bucky. Tran paired the top with light green pants and her new favorite sandal heels, which appear to be gold, purple and brown. She also wore bracelets, a watch, a diamond cross necklace and diamond studs with her hair pressed with curls and parted in the middle.

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Pierce Brosnan simply can’t shed the James Bond skin; at least the US Open camera person will not let him.

The phenomenal actor who played the fictional secret agent attended the US Open men’s final, and his stage presence was once again a topic of conversation. 

Featured in the media coverage, the sports cameras took a long shot, making Pierce Brosnan one with his James Bond character. The brief yet eye-catching moment has since gone viral and sparked some controversy.

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Brosnan had a memorable 007 moment during the US Open men’s final between Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton. The game had barely begun when the television director played a witty pun, seemingly after spotting the actor in the stands.

Most of the time, the cameras cut to the time clock just before it changes to the exact match time, to let viewers know how much time has elapsed in the game.

At the September 13 men’s singles final, the cameras focused on the Rolex time clock, which read 0:07, then quickly cut to Brosnan, who was watching the game from the stands while chewing on something, probably gum or a snack.

In case you didn’t know, 007 is James Bond’s specific M16 service code number, which made that moment during the game significant. Social media users quickly resonated, praising those covering the game. “Genius,” a fan commented under ESPN’s Instagram reel of the shot, which they captioned “shot of the tournament.”

A different commenter wrote, “Give that cameraman or camerawoman a raise,” a comment that has gotten nearly 5,000 likes. Praise for Brosnan for his portrayal of James Bond from 1995 to 2002 filled the comments.

“Pierce Bronson [sic] was an underrated James Bond,” a user noted. “The only James Bond I acknowledge,” another added, while a separate user wrote, “He’s who comes to mind when I think of James Bond.” 

Inside Netizens’ Feud Over The Actor’s Character 

Others noted that the TV star looked so good, tagging him as the “OG James Bond,” and that he could still play the character even though it had been over two decades since he dropped the role. 

Amid the applause, internet users weighed in, comparing Brosnan to the other actors who played the character in different years of the franchise. A fan stirred up controversy with a comment that began by praising Brosnan as an “underrated actor” but went on to say, “Unfortunately, his portrayal as James Bond was abysmal.”

“I needed more grit, and he hadn’t delivered. The best bod we have gotten thus far is probably Timothy Dalton. Daniel Craig delivered an extraordinary performance in all his films,” the comment continued. In response, a netizen expressed that they always fell asleep watching Craig, but never with Brosnan.

“Abysmal, I would love to see you do better, abysmal?!” a different user fired back. Another also disagreed, writing that Craig clears Dalton. A separate fan penned “GoldenEye is still a classic,” to which another agreed, stating that GoldenEye was one of the second-highest-selling games of all time.

The ‘GoldenEye’ Star Has Hung Up His Bond Boots

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Auditions for the next 007 agent in the James Bond film franchise have taken place, and there has been swirling speculation about who the next star will be. Brosnan revealed that there are many talented actors vying for the role in Denis Villeneuve’s film; however, he thinks they might cast an unknown actor.

“I have no desire to see myself in Bond. I’m just a member of the audience now awaiting the next Bond and wishing him well,”  The blockbuster actor clarified in an interview with The Times. He has since stepped away from the role after 2002’s “Die Another Day.”

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The TV personality did not name any potential M16 agents for the upcoming film, but his “Thursday Murder Club” costar, Tom Ellis, said in an interview with Metro UK that Brosnan had told him he would “make a good Bond.”

Fans Are Waiting With Bated Breath For The New James Bond

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Craig took over from Brosnan in 2006 and played the character for nearly two decades. He stepped away from the iconic role in 2021, leaving viewers wondering who the next star actor would be.

Gary Oldman recently revealed that the next legendary secret agent has already been chosen, and a big public reveal is brewing. The Blast shared that he also disclosed that he is rooting for a particular actor to bag the role. Oldman revealed that Jack Lowden was among the entertainers who auditioned and made the shortlist. 

George Clooney, on the other hand, believes Callum Turner would be the perfect choice to step into Bond’s shoes. Notably, the franchise is seeking a young actor who can portray the character over an extended period across multiple films.

James Bond Still Holds A Piece In Pierce Brosnan 

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Earlier this year, Brosnan appeared at the London premiere of his sports biopic, “Giant,” in which he stars as a boxing trainer who led four boxers to win world titles.

His outfit channeled his inner 007, with a look strikingly similar to his James Bond alter ego. According to Hello! Magazine, the actor exuded suave sophistication as he posed for the cameras on the red carpet in his stylish black suit.

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Other cast members of the show looked sharp in their fits, including Amir El-Masry, who plays Prince Naseem Hamed in the biopic, dressed in a stylish black tuxedo.

He was joined by the film director Rowan Athale, and the duo posed for pictures on the red carpet. Arian Nik, Katherine Dow, and Olivia Barrowclough also made their appearance at the premiere, wowing fans with their stunning fits.

Looks like Pierce Brosnan has resurrected the ultimate question: who is the next James Bond?

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Matching sets are my favorite shortcut to get that elusive rich mom look; they’re polished, expensive and somehow never trying too hard. Even the comfiest two-piece can look intentional with the right silhouette, especially when paired with clean sneakers, oversized sunglasses and the confidence of someone whose next stop is Pilates. The fact that there’s practically no styling involved is just a bonus.

The 17 finds below range from cashmere-looking knits to cool-girl sweats and sporty styles made for coffee runs. They look like the kind of outfits that belong in a closet next to designer totes and very expensive activewear. Thankfully, the prices tell a different story. The matching sets we found start at $28, leaving plenty of room in the budget for the fancy latte.

17 Matching Sets Look Like They Belong in a Rich Mom’s Closet

1. Our Favorite: This sweater and skirt set nails that polished, preppy look rich moms love so much. The monochromatic knit makes it look especially expensive, despite its $30 price tag.

2. Elevate Your Errands: This camel matching set makes a coffee run look like a chic outfit. The neutral hue and preppy collar give the relaxed silhouette that effortlessly expensive feel.

3. Hamptons at Home: This striped matching set delivers Hamptons-weekend style, even if you’re staying on the couch. Its neutral palette and turtleneck silhouette make cozy knitwear look seriously sophisticated.

4. Compliment Magnet: Don’t be surprised if people ask where you got this striped sweater set. The oversized knit top and wide-leg pants make it look much more fashion-forward than your typical lounge set.

5. Chanel Energy: This black-and-white matching set immediately caught my eye. It gives the otherwise simple silhouette that classic, expensive-looking feel without the designer price tag.

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6. Free People Vibes: Free People fans will recognize the perfectly undone energy of this two-piece knit set. The oversized top and breezy pants make it equally suited for lounging and leaving the house.

7. Bestseller Alert: One shopper said this top-rated sporty matching set “looks more expensive than it is.” The half-zip top gives the otherwise relaxed look a sporty, polished finish.

8. Throw-On Favorite: Zero outfit planning is required with this gray jogger set. The oversized fit gives basic sweats a trendy edge, so all that’s left to add is a favorite pair of sneakers.

9. Game Day Chic: For anyone who wants the sporty look without wearing a jersey, this contrast matching set gets it right. The relaxed fit keeps things casual, while the contrast details make it feel pulled together.

10. Ribbed and Ravishing: Basic sweats could never. The all-over ribbing gives this cozy matching set an expensive-looking texture, and the slouchy fit makes it perfect for lounging.

11. Shoulder Show: An off-shoulder matching set makes getting dressed up feel almost too easy. The draped neckline brings the glamour, while the wide-leg pants keep the whole look wonderfully relaxed.

12. Sleek and Sporty: Black and white is a combination that rarely misses, and this piping-trim set proves it. Wide-leg pants make the sporty look feel especially trendy.

13. Cashmere Energy: It may not come with a cashmere price tag, but this creamy sweater set certainly has the look. The soft neutral hue and drapey silhouette make it feel especially luxe.

14. Très Chic: French girl style gets an easy, everyday twist with this striped sweater set. The coordinating midi skirt makes it look far more elevated than a typical throw-on-and-go outfit.

15. Old Money Ease: Nothing looks quite as expensive as head-to-toe cream. This knit skirt set pairs a classic sweater with a streamlined midi for an outfit that feels timeless rather than trendy.

16. Prep School Chic: Consider the preppy print officially back in session. This argyle two-piece set combines an oversized sweater with a matching mini for an easy fall outfit that still makes a statement.

17. Classy Contrast: Head-to-toe cream already has a knack for looking expensive, and this knit pants set takes it one step further. The black stitching adds just enough contrast to make the neutral outfit stand out.

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Oprah Winfrey is here again to do it bigger and better than ever before!

The media mogul has announced her upcoming project, a two-hour immersive live show, “Oprah Winfrey’s AHA,” which will show in Las Vegas next year.

This rings true to the billionaire who has never been shy to approach daunting challenges, as evidenced by her success, and this might prove no different. 

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What started as a dream three years ago is shaping up to be a reality for Winfrey. Since the 72-year-old saw U2 open the Sphere in September of 2023, she had an “aha moment” to use the venue for something magnificent.

She thought, “You could take people to the edge of space and allow them to see their connection to the universe, and to themselves, and to each other.” While speaking to People Magazine about her dream, Winfrey said,

“When you’re inside the Sphere, it’s like being under this dome that isn’t a dome, but it’s like a window. There are 160,000 speakers, and movement in the seats and your olfactory senses are being affected. If you’re looking at the beach, you can smell the beach. At one point I was like, ‘I don’t even know what is happening.” 

Winfrey referred to the show as the add-up of everything she has tried to say for years, sharing it was a way for people to feel connected to themselves and everyone around them. 

“We actually all want the same things,” she said, speaking on the commonality in the human experience. “ And I know there is a middle ground, where there are things we do agree on that allow the humanity within each of us to be extended beyond ourselves. I’m reaching for that thing.”

The show will include music, film, sensory effects, and performers including Jacob Collier and Ocean Vuong. Other talents include Oscar-nominated composer Max Richter, along with Ethan Tobman and Baz Halpin, who are two of the creative minds behind Taylor Swift’s “Eras” tour. 

Oprah Winfrey’s South African School Will Take A New Direction In 2027

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True to her fearless approach to change, the American entrepreneur is also taking her school in a new direction next year. 

Almost two decades ago, Winfrey launched the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (OWLAG) as a tuition-free school to help academically gifted girls from poor backgrounds.

However, by the end of 2027, the school would cease all operations in its current form, as reported by The Blast.

A rep for Winfrey shared that they would graduate two more classes, and the remaining girls would be transferred to top schools where they would complete their education, with tuition sponsored by the billionaire. 

As for OWLAG, they would have a scholarship program with the aim of helping more girls achieve their academic dreams. 

Oprah Winfrey Faced Backlash Over Work-Life Balance Advice 

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However, not all of the 72-year-old’s moves have had positive feedback, as she was recently under fire after expressing her views on work-life balance. 

The business mogul argued that college graduates should not expect work-life balance early on, and that they needed to “lay in the work” before getting freedom to make decisions based on what they want. 

Some fans supported her decisions, while others said her wealth has disconnected her from the financial and emotional pressures young workers face, according to The Blast.

Oprah Winfrey Defends Her Decision To Give Dr. Phil A Platform 

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Winfrey is, however, not a stranger to public backlash, as her role in giving Dr. Phil McGraw a platform on her talk show was also recently under scrutiny. This came amid his increased allegiance to President Donald Trump, per The Blast.

Winfrey recalled meeting McGraw, who was working as a jury consultant, during her 6-week defamation lawsuit against Texas cattlemen. He helped her through the process, and she felt he could also help a lot of people, hence why she invited him on the show. 

She, however, does not want to be held responsible for the political path he later followed. 

Oprah Winfrey Showed Off Her Dramatic New Transformation

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Beyond being in the public eye for controversy, the 72-year-old was also recently in the news for more personal matters. 

The Blast reported that she made an appearance at the Telluride Film Festival earlier this month after losing 82lbs. Winfrey stunned in a cream matching set with feathery details, paired with brown boots and sunglasses. 

The outing took place months after she revealed she had reached 155 pounds and no longer blamed herself for her long-term weight struggles. Winfrey has also been open about her GLP-1 journey. 

Inde Navarrette is already thinking about one of the most recognizable elements of Rogue as she prepares to join Marvel’s X-Men: her unmistakable Southern accent.

Speaking with Entertainment Tonight, Navarrette revealed that her own upbringing in Texas will provide some inspiration for her portrayal of Rogue. The actress spent a significant portion of her childhood in Corpus Christi and remembers the Southern women she grew up around as an influence on how she is approaching the character.

“I grew up in Texas for a good majority of my life,” Navarrette said. “So honestly, those Southern women are really my favorite. Corpus Christi is the city specifically.”

However, Navarrette knows that a Texas accent isn’t necessarily Rogue’s accent.

In Marvel Comics, Rogue, also known as Anna Marie, comes from Mississippi, and Navarrette wants to spend time there before stepping into the role.

“But specifically, Mississippi, Rogue is from Mississippi,” Navarrette explained. “So, I’m really just — I want to go there. I really want to do her justice.”

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Rogue’s Southern Voice Is Part of the Character

Getting Rogue’s voice right could be particularly important for longtime X-Men fans.

Rogue’s Southern drawl has become one of the character’s defining traits, especially through Lenore Zann’s performance in X-Men: The Animated Series and, more recently, X-Men ’97. Navarrette’s comments suggest Marvel’s new live-action interpretation won’t abandon that aspect of the character.

Navarrette was officially announced as Rogue during D23 in August. She joins a growing X-Men ensemble that includes Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Cyclops, Maya Boyd as Storm, Christopher Abbott as Professor Charles Xavier, Samara Weaving as Emma Frost and Adam Driver as Mister Sinister. Asa Germann was also recently added as Angel.

Thunderbolts filmmaker Jake Schreier is directing Marvel’s new take on the mutant team.

While audiences will have to wait to hear exactly what Navarrette’s Rogue sounds like, the actress appears determined to make the character’s Mississippi roots part of her performance rather than simply adopting a generic Southern drawl.

Marvel’s X-Men is currently scheduled to hit theaters May 5, 2028.