It was a long week for NBA YoungBoy and Nique after speculation surrounding a casual Instagram Story link-up shook the net. Despite it turning out to be just a teaser ahead of the rapper’s official music video for his new single, “Highly,” the timeline is still talking. Nique has since returned to the internet to address the backlash she received after the clip began circulating.

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Nique Addresses The Hate Comments After Viral NBA YoungBoy Link-Up

Nique took to her YouTube channel to release a video titled, “He Sent Me A Jet … The Aftermath,” where she opened up about the hate-filled DMs and negative comments she received after people assumed she was messing with NBA YoungBoy, who’s also the ex of her former friend Jania Meshell.

In the video, she starts off by saying, “All of this stuff was allegations on me, and instead of people really taking the time to let it play out, I feel like everybody just started attacking my looks. Like all of a sudden, I’m just the ugliest person in the world. I look like a man, I got a long chin, I got all these bad things about my face… I’m just the ugliest, slimiest b* in the world. Thank God I know who I am because millions of people were telling me how terrible I look.” She added, “I had all kinds of men in my DMs telling me to kill myself. I even had grandmas and fully grown men telling me how disgusting I was.”

Nique went on to encourage viewers to remain confident in themselves despite online criticism. She shared, “This is really important for you to be confident within yourself and know that you’re beautiful no matter how many people in the whole world are against you. If you know who you are and find yourself beautiful, then that’s all that matters… I feel like I’m damned if I do and damned if I don’t. Thank God I think I’m beautiful, and thank God I’m confident within myself.” She explained that the situation showed her how quickly people were ready to hate on her, noting how fast some switched up and assumed the worst without any real evidence.

Social Media Reacts

Folks gathered under The Shade Room Teens as they tuned in to Nique’s latest video. While some stood firm that the main issue is that she should have never linked up with the father of her former friend’s son. Others argued that they still love Nique and questioned why NBA YoungBoy isn’t receiving as much hate as she is.

Instagram user @aleishamichellee wrote, “idk friend … i look at you differently now”

Instagram user @_kxngkd added, “even though she didn’t do nun wrong she still a L friend 💯  she use to hang around jania all the time so that’s still weird #alllovetho 😂😂”

While Instagram user @breeeeia wrote, “She’s so pretty, I love Nique 😍”

Instagram user @qt_pie19 wrote, “Everybody Keep Saying Nique Wrong, But Did Yall Forget Jania Bashed Nique First & Was Loud & Wrong Cause NBA Wasn’t Even Talkin Bout Nique In His Song Smh All Nique Did Was Give Yall A Real Reason To Talk Now”

Instagram user @ari.jani_ added, “My thing is y’all attacked her but still love y’all some yb and that n*** is married”

While Instagram user @pinkie.nelson wrote, “You got the attention you were looking for 😢”

Instagram user @moreneneforyou wrote, “My thing is girl you been doing the internet for how many years now??? You knew exactly how the audience was going to receive it”

Instagram user @nahnah1nasty added, “okkkk she still wrong for linking w ha old triend baby daddy idc what it was for fo.. cause if it was the opposite way it would not be ok .. and the carmen incident”

While Instagram user @crazyprettysister wrote,”She know how to make some money off the internet 🔥”

Nique Is Posted Up And Enjoying Some Mommy Duties

While Nique may still be in the hot seat with the internet, there’s one place where she can always find unconditional love. The influencer took to TikTok to share a fun video with her son, Kaiser. The two danced a bit and lip-synced to the song while her baby boy proudly flexed his stack of money. In the caption, she wrote, “My forever #MommyAndSon.”

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Harry Styles is pulling back the curtain on the inspiration for his upcoming album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally — including two songs that appear to be about women.

“The record for me is about, how do I still have my experience while I’m playing it?” Styles, 32, told Zane Lowe on Apple Music’s The Zane Lowe Show released on Wednesday, March 4. “It was like, ‘What music do I have to make for me to be on stage feeling like I’m in the middle of the dance floor?’”

The former One Direction singer explained that although he’s no longer “in the dance floor” and has had to “separate” his life again, he loves this music and wants to “dance to it,” which marks a stark contrast from his previous albums.

Styles also broke down the story behind two of his new tracks, “Carla’s Song” and “American Girls,” revealing that one song was inspired by a woman named Carla and the other shines a light on his desire for a family.

Scroll down to learn more about Styles new songs “Carla’s Song” and “American Girls” ahead of the album’s Friday, March 6, debut:

Who Inspired Harry Styles’ Track ‘Carla’s Song’?

“Carla’s Song” is the last track on Harry Styles’ fourth studio album and, according to the singer, it is about a real person.

“Carla kind of just became, in so many ways, the most important part of the record to me. It’s a song that answered so many questions,” Styles explained. “All of that questioning of why and who do I want to be and what am I giving by doing this and making sure that I love this enough and being at a show and going, ‘Oh, this is why I do this,’ all of those things.”

Styles said the overall song is about, “having a moment of reminding you of, like, there was a time when you heard a song for the first time that made you want to, like, touch music in some way.”

He noted that the song was inspired by a woman named Carla who was part of his group of friends that he chose to go out with and experience life with over the past few years inside of staying in and isolating.

“Carla … I will include in that group of friends that if I hadn’t said ‘yes’ to this thing, I wouldn’t have met this person,” Styles said. “If I hadn’t met them, I wouldn’t have met this person. If I hadn’t met them, I wouldn’t have met these people.”

He added that his muse is a “friend of mine in this group of friends,” who, while they were waiting to go to an after party, mentioned she had “just discovered Paul Simon.”

How Did Simon and Garfunkel Influence ‘Carly’s Song’?

Harry Styles told Zane Lowe that after his friend Carla brought up Paul Simon at another friend’s house, he decided to enlighten her about the rock duo Simon & Garfunkel.

“I was kind of like, ‘Oh, you’ve never heard Simon & Garfunkel?’” Styles recalled. “I grew up listening to Simon & Garfunkel all the time. When I lived in a pub a little bit when I was younger, there was like a four CD changer that I think ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’ record was in the whole time I lived there. So I think it’s like why I like harmonies [and] listening to them so much.”

Styles then played Carla “Bridge Over Troubled Water” and said the moment was like “watching someone see or something in technicolor or discover magic.” Seeing Carla have a new listening experience reminded the singer that “by making music what you’re investing in, and it’s songs that go so beyond our lifetime.”

Styles added that it was at that moment the “pressure” was removed from him thinking that “people will be listening to this song” when he’s no longer around.

The artist noted that he and Carla then listened to “Kathy’s Song,” which he said was why he titled his track “Carla’s Song.”

“The ability to be able to add something, like, maybe someone hears a song of yours and goes, ‘This song’s going to be in my life forever.’ That is kind of it. Like, that is enough,” Styles concluded. “And I don’t ask for any more than that, really.”

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Harry Styles Breaks Down ‘American Girls’ Inspiration

Harry Styles revealed to Apple Music that despite “American Girls” sounding like an upbeat song about women in the States, it’s actually “quite a long song in a lot of ways.”

“I watched my three closest friends get married,” Styles shared. “And actually, seeing them trust in something and risk something to find something truly fulfilling, in a way that isn’t as, like, shiny and on paper as exciting as, like, you know, [when I was] watching them get married, I was like, ‘I’m single, so I’m having all the fun.’”

The Grammy winner noted that the song spins that notion and reveals that the single guy — in this case Styles — isn’t really the one having all the fun.

“‘American Girls’ is actually about watching them get married and like, you know, there just is a magic when you find the right person that you want to be with,” Styles continued. “But I think watching them do that and seeing that it doesn’t come without any uncertainty, it doesn’t come without any risk.”

Harry Styles Details How ‘American Girls’ Shines a Light on His Family Goals

Harry Styles shared with Zane Lowe that the heart of track No. 2, “American Girls,” is his own journey to self-discovery and realizing what he really wants out of life.

“I think I had a real honest conversation with myself about, ‘OK, in five years, what do I want my life to look like? And then how do I make changes to aim at that?’” Styles revealed. “I don’t want to be the guy who’s on his own but was like, ‘Oh, I really did it.’ I want to be fulfilled and I want to be in great relationships with people. I want to have great friendships with people. I want a family. I want these things.”

He added, “It just allowed me to go, ‘OK, what do I have to do to create space to allow these things to happen?’ I can’t just expect them to just happen to me.”

Styles noted that finding the “right person” will hopefully mean finding someone who will “hold you accountable to the person that they know you want to be.”

He mused, “I think accepting flaws and stuff is like, yes, having understanding is wonderful, but you know that I want to be better than that. So when you challenge me on something. It’s a gift to me, actually.”

Beyond the Gates early weekly spoilers for March 9th through the 13th see Vernon Dupree (Clifton Davis) panic and Joey Armstrong‘s (Jon Lindstrom) hand forced. Let’s dive into what’s coming up in the DMV.

Beyond the Gates Wednesday, March 4th: Ashley Seeks Intel and the Duprees Get a Surprise Visitor

On Wednesday, March 4th, Ashley Morgan (Jen Jacob) asks Madison Montgomery (Kenjah McNeil) for intel. Grayson Perez (Jordie Vilasuso) mom has Parkinson’s, the area of Madison’s research. Will Grayson be thankful or annoyed and feel like she’s meddling?

The Dupree family gets a visitor that’s a surprise. Hopefully it’s something good but since Dana “Leslie” Thomas (Trisha Mann-Grant) is unhinged and keeps showing up, it could be her.

Vernon is there for Chelsea Hamilton (RhonniRose Mantilla). Does she talk to Vernon about her issues with Katherine “Kat” Richardson (Colby Muhammad)?

Bill Hamilton (Timon Kyle Durrett) needs a favor from someone who owes him. Is this about him wanting Joey to take out the guy who mugged Hayley Lawson (Marquita Goings)?

Kyle Richardson (Brandon Claybon) has an update for Vanessa McBride (Lauren Buglioli) that affects Nicole Dupree Richardson (Daphnee Duplaix). Is Kyle house hunting in the DMV? Did he decide to really take on Carlton Fitzgerald (Robert Christopher Riley)? Will Vanessa invite him along to the double date with Nicole, her and Joey?

Beyond the Gates Thursday, March 5th: Chelsea and Madison Spot an Unusual Couple

On Thursday, March 5th, Chelsea and Madison see two people together—a couple and it looks unusual. Who catches their eye? Is it the double date that Vanessa wants?

Speaking of that, Joey agrees to do something he doesn’t want to. Is this about what Bill wants—the favor? Or is it Vanessa bugging him about double date? Joey wants her all to himself and doesn’t want to be out in public where things may be dangerous for her?

Leslie and Vanessa argue and Derek Baldwin (Ben Gavin) puts himself between them. He’s working for Leslie now, helping get clinic ready to launch. Vanessa’s annoyed with Leslie coming at Nicole but also wants clinic to succeed because of its association with Doug.

Hayley gets chewed out and is told to finish the con. Joey’s smelling something off and Randy is worried they’ll be caught out. Lynette Wise (Domini Madison) is also an issue and he already warned her that he’ll take her and Hayley down with him if they fool around and get him in trouble.

Friday, March 6th: The Plasma Ring Plot Heats Up on BTG

On Friday, March 6th, Martin Richardson (Brandon Claybon) feels a disconnect with Bradley “Smitty” Smith (Mike Manning) and Samantha Richardson (Najah Jackson) and tries to fix it on Beyond the Gates.

The undercover plasma ring operation may be at risk when Jacob Hawthorne (Jibre Hordges) gets a new assignment.

The plasma ring plot heats up and we finally see someone involved and it’s shocking. Joey wouldn’t be a shock, neither would Leslie. We’ll see.

Anita Dupree‘s (Tamara Tunie) feeling off when Vernon has a big surprise for his wife. This new stronger chemo’s hitting Anita hard. Family’s worried. She tells Vernon she doesn’t know if she’ll win her battle or if she can handle this.

Beyond the Gates Spoilers Week of March 9th-13th: Leslie’s Bad Behavior Escalates and Jacob in Danger

During the week of March 9th through the 13th, Leslie’s getting closer to launching her free clinic and her bad behavior escalates. Eva Thomas (Ambyr Michelle) is about had it with her mom over Leslie nagging her about locking Izaiah Hawthorne (David Lami Friebe) down and getting him to move in and marry her.

Hopefully Ted Richardson (Keith D. Robinson) can talk sense to her, but I doubt, since it’s Leslie. We’ll see how that double date goes with Kyle and Nicole, Joey and Vanessa. I think everyone will be awkward and unenthused except Vanessa but maybe it turns out okay. More on the plasma ring now that we know one person’s involved.

Beyond the Gates Early Spoilers: Jacob in Danger?

More action with Cotillion as the time to make Samantha’s debut comes closer. I wonder if they stick to the real world schedule which in the DMV region is a late summer kick off to the deb season. Jacob may wind up in danger trying to earn his dad Police Chief Elon Hawthorne’s (Malachi Malik) respect.

Kat’s not going to give up on her vendetta soon. I really hope she’s plotting to make a big scene at Leslie’s big philanthropic debut when she has her clinic grand opening. Anita’s side effects are much worse and everyone’s worried, Vernon most of all. No one wants her to give up. Kat’s search for housing continues unless Tomas “Tom” Navarro (Alex Alegria) changes his mind about moving in.

Vanessa keeps on trying to put some normal into Joey’s life without changing him too much but is he going to push back again? I expect Vanessa to show up with moving boxes soon because what she wants from Joey, she gets.

Randy Parker (Maurice P. Kerry) really panicking because Hayley and Lynette are messing up everything and his spidey senses are tingling because he knows Joey’s latched onto something being off. Bill keeps pressing Hayley who’s going to drag her feet on baby making promises.

Todd Tucker popped out and switched it up, unveiling a fresh vibe that has folks cuttin’ up with reactions. The reality star dropped videos on Instagram telling fans he’s no longer giving unc or grandpa energy — now he’s all about that “old YN” life.

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From Grandpa Vibes To “Old YN” — Todd Tucker Said It’s Time For A Glow Up

Recently, Todd Tucker dropped videos on Instagram showing off his before-and-after hair transformation. In the clip, the father of three flexed grey accents in his hair and beard while rocking a barber cape. Tucker said he was giving “old head,” but after the cut, he was going to pop out looking like an “old YN.” In another slide, he revealed his fresh shape-up and beard, joking that he looked like a grandpa at first but that his new cut makes him look younger.

The TL Has Thoughts About Todd’s Fresh Look

Folks online didn’t waste time reacting to Todd’s hair transformation. Plenty of fans flooded his comment section, hyping him up for switching things up. Meanwhile, others threw shade, saying he needs to trim his bead shorter and moving out of Kandi Burruss’ home would level him up even more.

Instagram user @hamilton.raine wrote, “Welcome back Todd❤️” 

Instagram user @morganlondon_ wrote, “Lololol not a YN. Todd, please 😂😂😂😂😂” 

While Instagram user @purplefirestone44 wrote, “I am rooting for u👏👏👏” 

Then Instagram user @therelationshipguru wrote, “Since when calling yourself a YN is a flex? I can’t stand ATL.” 

Instagram user @ ms_slay_allday wrote, “NOW THAT’S THE TODD WE KNOW 💙” 

Another Instagram user @trinijojo1 wrote, “The beard is too much, reduce the length & sides bro.” 

Instagram user @shaqtasticmom wrote, “Your own place is a BIG FLEX too! IJS something to match the beard ole YN.” 

Then another Instagram user @pineapple_water35 wrote, “You should go shorter on the beard it’ll look way better.” 

Finally, Instagram user @cocochonel wrote, “Cut the beard…it’ll be a good change 😍” 

Todd Addresses Living Arrangements & Seeks Temporary Custody Of Kids With Kandi Burruss

If you’ve been out of the loop, you’re probably wondering why fans are telling Todd he needs to move out of Kandi’s house. In February, Burruss said Todd was living “rent-free” in her guest house and not contributing to the maintenance fees or financially providing for their kids. There’s no word of whether Todd is still shacking up in Kandi’s guest home, but he did address Kandi’s claims in a court filing. According to TMZ, Todd said he stayed in Kandi’s guest space because she “unilaterally removed” him from the main house. He added that he didn’t leave voluntarily but stayed quiet to “preserve peace and stability.”

On top of spilling on his living situation, Todd also tried to get temporary primary legal and physical custody of their kids until they finalize a permanent parenting plan. Kandi initially wanted joint custody when she filed for divorce, but she later switched to sole custody after Todd tried to claim it for himself.

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It’s been less than a year since the third and final season of Squid Game premiered on Netflix. When the hit series first arrived back in 2021, it was impossible to predict that it would go on to become the most-watched Netflix show of all time. Squid Game was also only planned as a one-season show, but after the viewership ratings went through the roof, Netflix had no choice but to ask creator Hwang Dong-Hyuk to continue the story. It took some time, but near the end of 2024, Squid Game returned with its second season, with the third and final season following about six months later. The show came under fire from fans, who felt the final two seasons could have easily been mashed into one, especially since it only spans one full Squid Game.

Netflix has already announced an American Squid Game remake from director David Fincher, which is reportedly set to begin shooting any day now. The series had also expanded with a new reality show, Squid Game: The Challenge. Netflix has already aired two full seasons of Squid Game: The Challenge, and the show has been renewed for a third season, which is expected sometime later this year or early next year. The streamer is far from done with its biggest property, though, as another Squid Game spin-off has been officially announced. Just yesterday, Netflix confirmed it was developing a new Squid Game reality show, titled Squid Game: The VIP Challenge, featuring celebrities from all walks of life. Season 1 will include former NBA star Tristan Thompson, Owning Manhattan’s Ryan Serhant, Spice Girls member Mel B, and more.

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Netflix has yet to announce when David Fincher’s mysterious Squid Game project will be released. After Cate Blanchett appeared at the end of Squid Game Season 3, many fans assumed it was a connection to the show, but that has since been debunked. No cast members for Fincher’s Squid Game project have been announced, but considering how big a property the franchise has become for Netflix, it will likely have no trouble securing some big names. The show also has a seal of approval from original creator Hwang Dong-Hyuk.

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Once again, Disney’s loss is Daily Wire’s gain. The House of Mouse famously fired Gina Carano from The Mandalorian, and Daily Wire scooped her up for a movie project that turned into Terror on the Prairie. Now they’re giving new life to actor Jonathan Majors, who was dismissed from numerous projects in 2023, including the role of Kang the Conqueror in the MCU, after being found guilty of assault against his then-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari.

Jonathan Majors’ New Daily Wire Movie

Filming has begun in South Carolina on an unnamed action film said to be a throwback to 80s and 90s teen adventures. Reports are comparing it to Red Dawn or Toy Soldiers. Other cast members in addition to Majors have been announced, including comedian Dave Lucas, soap opera star Savannah Leigh James, and The Pendragon Cycle hero Myles Clohessy. The movie is based on a script by writer-director Kyle Rankin.

Rankin is known for Run Hide Fight, which is a movie about a group of angry high school students who hold their school hostage at gunpoint while a lone classmate risks her life to rescue as many students from them as she can. This new movie will operate on a grander scale, with a group of heroic teens defending their home from an unnamed threat. Given Run Hide Fight as a preview of Rankin’s work, this new movie sounds promising.

This is good news for Majors, who has been blacklisted from making movies after an illustrious career that included Creed III, the award-winning The Last Black Man in San Francisco, and the HBO series Lovecraft Country. After his 2023 conviction, he was sentenced to a year of probation and a domestic violence program, his participation in which earned him the Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards’ Perseverance Award for his continued efforts to “aspire to inspire.”

Hollywood tends to be unforgiving of certain transgressions, no matter what efforts are made to atone for them. It’s as if people are not allowed to have careers or success if they cross a certain line. Gina Carano was canceled for much less than Majors, by making a tweet on then-Twitter comparing cancel culture to the Holocaust. The recent release of Scream 7 is facing boycotts and negative critics’ reviews, intended to punish the production for firing franchise star Melissa Barrera for making anti-Israel social media posts. Rehabilitation is viewed skeptically by the industry, if it is acknowledged at all.

A Developing Redemption Arc

Jonathan Majors paid his debt to society. His sentence ended in 2025, and he managed to rehabilitate himself in the process. He is even currently happily married. However, the court of public opinion is still trying him so much that Ben Shapiro made a short response video critical of those complaining that Majors has been hired for a movie. The same people who are always preaching that violent criminals should be shown mercy are showing none to a man who has served his entire sentence already.

If Hollywood is going to reject talent over past transgressions, no one should be surprised when that talent goes elsewhere. These days, “elsewhere” seems to be Daily Wire as they build their library of original feature films. It’s funny how an allegedly “far right” studio is more forgiving than an entire “inclusive” industry. Jonathan Majors is the latest benefactor of Daily Wire’s willingness to let artists’ pasts stay in the past.

Harry Styles is speaking in depth about former One Direction bandmate Liam Payne’s death for the first time.

“It’s difficult to lose any friend, but it’s so difficult to lose a friend who is so like you in so many ways,” Styles, 31, told Zane Lowe in a new Apple Music interview, released on Wednesday, March 4. “It’s like, I saw someone with the kindest heart who just wanted to be great.”

He added, “It was a really important moment for me in terms of taking a look at my life and being able to say to myself, ‘OK, what do I want to do with my life? How do I want to live my life?’ And I think the greatest way you can honor your friends who pass away is by living your life to the fullest.”

Payne died in October 2024 at age 31 after falling off the third floor balcony of the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

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Styles admitted with “full transparency” that discussing Payne’s death is something that he struggles with.

“I think there was a period when he passed away where I really struggled with kind of, like, acknowledging how strange it is to have people kind of, like, own part of your grief in a way,” the singer explained. “I have such strong feelings around my friend passing away. Then suddenly being, you know, like, aware of there’s maybe a desire from other people [for] you to convey that in some way, or it means you’re not feeling what you’re feeling or something.”

Styles and Payne were bandmates in One Direction alongside Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik, who left the group in 2015. (The group went on an indefinite hiatus the following year.)

After Payne’s death, the four remaining band members released a joint statement mourning their friend.

“We’re completely devastated by the news of Liam’s passing. In time, and when everyone is able to, there will be more to say,” they shared in October 2024. “But for now, we will take some time to grieve and process the loss of our brother, who we loved dearly. The memories we shared with him will be treasured forever. For now, our thoughts are with his family, his friends, and the fans who loved him alongside us. We will miss him terribly. We love you Liam.”

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Wednesday’s interview is the first time Styles discussed Payne’s death publicly after sharing his own tribute via Instagram.

“I am truly devastated by Liam’s passing,” Styles wrote via Instagram in October 2024 alongside a graphic with the statement. “His greatest joy was making other people happy, and it was an honor to be alongside him as he did it.”

Styles sent love to Payne’s family at the time.

“Liam lived wide open, with his heart on his sleeve, he had an energy for life that was infectious. He was warm, supportive, and incredibly loving,” he added. “The years we spent together will forever remain among the most cherished years of my life. I will miss him always, my lovely friend.”

Whew! Looks like boxing greatness might just run in the family! Little KJ is already turning heads in the ring, and with grandpa Floyd Mayweather’s legendary legacy behind him, fans are buzzing that he might be following in those famous footsteps. Over the weekend, Melissia Rene gave everyone a peek at their grandson showing off his skills. And let’s just say, the hype is real.

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Boxing Runs In The Family

In the adorable clip, KJ is seen rocking a T-shirt, basketball shorts, dark Adidas sneakers paired with white socks, and his hair pulled up into a bun. The young champ had his gloves on and was getting straight to it, throwing punches at what appeared to be a trainer kneeling in front of him and catching every hit.

Additionally, the setting looked like Floyd Mayweather’s personal training space, with “The Money Team” banners seen hanging across the gym — a nod to Floyd’s iconic brand and legacy in boxing. The video even featured text that read, “WHEN PAPA TRAINS KJ TRAINS” along with a red heart, happy tears emoji, and a boxing glove emoji — making it clear that boxing is truly a family affair. If this is any indication, KJ is already getting an early start under the watchful eye of his famous granddad. Period!

Roomies Have Parlays And Predictions Coming

It didn’t take long before folks jumped straight into The Shade Room Teens’ Instagram comment section. Some Roomies were already crowning KJ as a future GOAT, saying he’s clearly on the path to greatness. While a few others joked that they already know they don’t want any smoke with him. And of course, you already know several commenters laughed that it’s time to start putting their parlays together now — ‘cause baby, they see the legacy in the making!

This Instagram user @_bewjiii said, “He’s gnna get passed on that torch it’s in his blood fr 🔥🔥…he’s gnna be unstoppable ❤️”

One Instagram user @_un_known.e joked, “Lemme put my parlay together rn😭😭😭”

And, Instagram user @2kmuchpressure shared, “The grandads squabble n the dads attitude bro gone b a reaaaal big problem 😂😂😂”

Then Instagram user @geminigod__ added, “Oh he definitely gonna be a goat one day for sure“

While Instagram user @deluxegraphicsllc wrote, “Those kids in his pre k class better watch out lol 😂”

Finally, Instagram user @shays111213 commented, “I don’t even wanna fight him 😂”

KJ’s Energy Can’t Be Contained

Back in January, Yaya Mayweather took to X to share some real talk about her son, KJ. “I be feeling bad for my baby because the kids he be around don’t understand him,” she wrote. “He likes roughhousing and the kids he be around don’t be with that s**t… he need to be around his kind or around some kids that’s a little bit older.” Clearly, Yaya is all about making sure KJ gets the right kind of playmates who match his energy and spirit.

Her post came roughly a week after KJ celebrated his fifth birthday in true superstar fashion. As previously reported, the basketball-themed party went down at a Shoot 360 club, with grandparents Floyd Mayweather and Melissa Rene on deck to celebrate the little champ’s big day. Furthermore, they proved that even from the start, KJ’s life is all about family, fun, and a little competitive edge.

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