Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez Pardoned By Trump

As one of his final acts as president of the United States, Donald Trump issued more than 140 pardons and commutations on Tuesday night (Jan. 19). Among those granted clemency were Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez, early Death Row Records backer Michael "Harry-O" Harris and rappers Lil Wayne and Kodak Black, according to the White House.

Perez was granted a full pardon for being involved in a conspiracy to distribute narcotics, the White House said, a conviction that is more than 25 years old. "Since her conviction, Ms. Perez has taken full accountability for her actions and has turned her life around," the White House said in a statement. "She has been gainfully employed and has been an advocate for criminal justice reform in her community."

"I'm grateful to have received a pardon and to have formally closed that chapter of my life in the eyes of the law," Perez said in a statement provided to Billboard. "I have taken full accountability for my mistakes from 25 years ago, but I also take tremendous pride in my personal growth, perseverance and accomplishments since then. This pardon reinforces my lifelong commitment to advocate for criminal justice reform and social justice initiatives."

A-Rod & J.Lo Photoshoot At Biden’s Inauguration

 

The stars are coming out for the inauguration of Joe Biden as the 46th President of the United States.

Former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton will be at the swearing-in ceremony at the U.S. Capitol.

So will former New York Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez and his fiancée Jennifer Lopez. Lopez arrived in D.C. on Thursday and showed her appreciation for the troops.

J.Lo Inauguration Performance Was Iconic

 

There's a lot to talk about at Joe Biden's presidential inauguration, from the fashion to the first woman vice president to the Gaga of it all. But for a moment, Jennifer Lopez stole the show.

Lopez was at the event to sing a medley of "This Land Is Your Land" and "America the Beautiful." And just as she reached the crescendo, she belted out, "Let's get loud!" — from her own song.

Lil Wayne Celebrates Packers Victory

 

The rapper was seen celebrating the Green Bay Packers’ playoff win over the Los Angeles Rams last night at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

The Packers crushed the Rams in a 32-18 victory that was powered by Weezy’s new Green Bay Packers anthem, “Green and Yellow.” The first song, debuted in Super Bowl XLV, was made to counter rapper Wiz Khalifa’s Steelers-inspired “Black and Yellow” song.

Federal Prisons Placed on Lockdown

 

All federal prisons in the United States have been placed on lockdown in order to avoid any possible riots or violence that could take place behind bars, which comes as law enforcement officers across the country gear up for the possibility of violent protests related to Joe Biden’s inauguration.

In an email sent to employees from the president of the union representing federal correctional officers, it was noted the lockdown took place at over 120 federal Bureau of Prison facilities this past Saturday at 12 a.m.

Raekwon & RZA Talks Wu-Tang, Jay-Z, And Nas

 

Raekwon goes at it with RZA about their Beef with Method Man, Wu-Tang, JAY-Z, P Diddy, Biggie, Nas.

How True Was The Movie 'LIFE'?

 

In 1999, The movie LIFE would hit theaters starring Martin Lawrence and Eddie Murphy. The film would touch on a number of things which at times may raise the question on how true the movie was?

The film's format is a story being told by an elderly inmate about two of his friends, Ray (Murphy) and Claude (Lawrence), who are both wrongfully convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison.

Twenty years after its release, Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence's tragic buddy flick holds lessons for the ages.

What Happened Between Janet Jackson & Jermaine Dupri?

 

When it was revealed that Janet Jackson was dating Jermaine Dupri, everyone’s mouths dropped. Many people wondered what the empress of pop saw in the Atlanta producer. They seemed like complete opposites. But after close to a decade together, they suddenly decided to part ways.