Chris Lighty

TV One’s ‘Celebrity Crime Files’ Will Spotlight Chris Lighty’s Death
TV One’s ‘Celebrity Crime Files’ Will Spotlight Chris Lighty’s Death
TV One’s ‘Celebrity Crime Files’ Will Spotlight Chris Lighty’s Death
The untimely death of Chris Lighty sent a shock wave through the hip-hop community in 2012. The apparent suicide left many close friends and family questioning if there was any foul play. On tonight’s episode of Celebrity Crime Files rappers LL Cool J and Busta Rhymes will discuss their suspicions of wrongdoing involving his death. The ...
Mya Hints 50 Cent Confessed To Lying About Their Relationship
Mya Hints 50 Cent Confessed To Lying About Their Relationship
Mya Hints 50 Cent Confessed To Lying About Their Relationship
Back in 2005, 50 Cent released a diss song aimed at Game called, "Not Rich, Still Lyin'." In the song, Fif also claimed that he had relations with R&B singer Mya with the lyric, "And I get baddest bitches, man, I even fucked Mya." Since then, the two have gone back and forth in a he-says, she-says war of words and when a member of ThisIs50.com aske...
XXL Remembers Chris Lighty
XXL Remembers Chris Lighty
XXL Remembers Chris Lighty
As today marks the 46th birthday of Chris Lighty, XXL wanted to lift up the passed hip-hop figure's spirit. Gathering together a collection of photos of Chris Lighty, check out "XXL Remembers Chris Lighty." #RIPChrisLighty
Diddy’s Name Is Being Brought Up In Jimmy Henchman Trial
Diddy’s Name Is Being Brought Up In Jimmy Henchman Trial
Diddy’s Name Is Being Brought Up In Jimmy Henchman Trial
The rap feud that reportedly led to the 2009 execution of 50 Cent's friend Lowell Fletcher reportedly involved Diddy, as the mogul's name was recently brought up in the Jimmy Henchman trial. Supposedly, a few years prior to the murder, Diddy called a peace conference between Henchman and Chris Lighty according to Khalil Abdullah, a former associate of Henchman, who testified in court Wednesday abo
Nick Cannon Remembers Chris Lighty As An Industry Pioneer
Nick Cannon Remembers Chris Lighty As An Industry Pioneer
Nick Cannon Remembers Chris Lighty As An Industry Pioneer
Nick Cannon, whose early career was guided by Chris Lighty as part of his Violator Management, sent a statement to XXL remembering his former manager on the one year anniversary of his death. Lighty, a massive figure in hip-hop over the years, died August 30, 2012 of a gunshot wound to the hand, which was reported to have been self-inflicted. Can...
Twitter Remembers Chris Lighty
Twitter Remembers Chris Lighty
Twitter Remembers Chris Lighty
With today marking the one year anniversary of Chris Lighty's untimely death, XXL decided to put together a gallery in honor of the legendary music industry executive. Helping cultivate top acts like Diddy, Nas, Ja Rule, Mobb Deep, Missy Elliott, L...
Missy Elliott Remembers Chris Lighty’s Hustle And Dedication A Year After His Death
Missy Elliott Remembers Chris Lighty’s Hustle And Dedication A Year After His Death
Missy Elliott Remembers Chris Lighty’s Hustle And Dedication A Year After His Death
One year ago today, Chris Lighty suddenly and tragically passed away, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most influential hip-hop managers and music executives of all time. Today, Missy Elliott, who worked with Lighty extensively as part of his Violator Management roster, released a statement to XXL remembering how he helped mold superstars and laid out a blueprint for successful managers in th
Exclusive: Scott Leemon Reveals New Details On Chris Lighty’s Death
Exclusive: Scott Leemon Reveals New Details On Chris Lighty’s Death
Exclusive: Scott Leemon Reveals New Details On Chris Lighty’s Death
Attorney Scott Leemon has revealed new details on the investigation of Chris Lighty’s death. Leemon, who has worked on many high-profile cases in hip-hop, was a close personal friend of the late hip-hop mogul. Back in September 2012, Leemon launched an independent investigation with P.I. Le...

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