In a recent interview with The Guardian, Janet Jackson stirred controversy by endorsing claims about Vice President Kamala Harris’s racial identity, suggesting that she is Indian and that her father was white. The response on social media was immediate and fierce, with some calling for Janet to be "canceled." Critics went so far as to question the racial identity of her own family, including her late brother, Michael Jackson. In light of the backlash, Janet and her manager issued a statement clarifying her remarks, stating that she spoke from a place of misinformation. They reiterated her profound respect for Vice President Harris and her accomplishments as a Black and Indian woman, and apologized for any confusion caused.
Meanwhile, in the ongoing saga involving Sean "Diddy" Combs, a New York grand jury has been interviewing sex workers allegedly hired for Diddy’s so-called “freak offs.” These workers have reportedly provided details that go beyond the current indictment. Additionally, last week, Dawn Richards of Danity Kane filed a lawsuit against Diddy, revealing he reached out to her 58 times in just four days, pressuring her to assert that their sexual encounter was consensual. Prosecutors contend that Diddy’s attempts to influence witnesses and exploit his power were pivotal in the decision to arrest him and place him in federal custody.
In a significant achievement, Howard University has secured a spot on the Forbes list of Top Colleges in America for 2024, ranked #83 overall and surpassing more than 500 institutions nationwide. Celebrated as “The Mecca” of Black excellence since 1867, this honor is especially meaningful for HBCUs, given that Forbes typically highlights predominantly white institutions. In a related note, Texas A&M, alma mater of Nephew Tommy, also made the list, coming in at #70.