By Sara Donnellan
On Tuesday, September 20, a woman identified only as Jane Doe filed a request to dismiss her claim that Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears coerced her and her brother, identified as John Doe, into recording sexually explicit skits on camera when they were minors. “We are glad that we can all put this behind us,” the woman said in a statement to TMZ after filing the request. “My family and I have known Tiffany Haddish for many years — and we now know that she would never harm me or my brother or help anyone else do anything that could harm us.”
Serious allegations. Tiffany Haddish was accused of child sexual abuse in a lawsuit filed on Tuesday, August 31. “I know people have a bunch of questions. I get it, I’m right there with you. Unfortunately, because there is an ongoing legal case, there’s very little that I can say right now,” the standup comedian wrote via Instagram on September 5. The suit alleges that Haddish and comedian Aries Spears encouraged two plaintiffs — siblings identified only as Jane and John Doe — to perform sexually suggestive acts on camera while underage. According to The Daily Beast, the complaint claims that Haddish, a friend of the plaintiffs’ mother, recruited Jane, then 14, for a commercial in which she was instructed to simulate fellatio on a sandwich. The lawsuit alleges that Haddish demonstrated to the minor how to perform the oral sex act. Jane, now 22, told The Daily Beast earlier this month, “At that point, I knew a hundred percent what they wanted out of me. I tried to mimic what they wanted me to mimic, but it still came out just super uncomfortable.” Per the lawsuit, the Girls Trip actress and Spears also recruited Jane’s then-7-year-old brother, identified as John, to film a video one year later. The short, titled “The Mind of a Pedophile,” was posted on Funny or Die. Haddish addressed her involvement in the creation of the sketch via Instagram on September 5. “While this sketch was intended to be comedic, it wasn’t funny at all — and I deeply regret having agreed to act in it. I really look forward to being able to share a lot more about this situation as soon as I can,” the Last Black Unicorn author, who played the young boy’s guardian in the video, wrote. The California native’s attorney, Andrew Brettler, dismissed the allegations against his client in a statement to The Los Angeles Times. “Plaintiff’s mother, Trizah Morris, has been trying to assert these bogus claims against Ms. Haddish for several years. Every attorney who has initially taken on her case — and there were several — ultimately dropped the matter once it became clear that the claims were meritless and Ms. Haddish would not be shaken down,” he said. “Now, Ms. Morris has her adult daughter representing herself in this lawsuit. The two of them will together face the consequences of pursuing this frivolous action.”..,....
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Sky Bistro & Lounge held its grand opening Friday and celebrated along side members of the community.
The new vibrant food spot will serve up classicAmerican cuisine with southern influences and craft cocktails. Sky Bistro & Lounge started selling food through take-out service in March and now the doors are open to the public as a nightlife destination with food, drinks, hookah and more.
Dennis Harris Jr., son of owners Dennis and Cynthia Harris, said the goal is to provide a memorable experience for everyone who comes.
“We here at Sky Bistro are here to provide excellent food, exceptional customer service, a vibe with live music and satisfy each individual that visits and supports us,” said Dennis Harris Jr.
Downtown’s new upscale lounge serves a variety of menu items with brunch and dinner options.The bistro has a modern aesthetic with dark mood lighting, two full-sized bars and large seating areas.
Sky Bistro & Lounge is located at 1120 Washington St. and will have drink specials this weekend to celebrate the opening. Visit skybistrolounge.com for more information.
GR8FL, an Award Winning artist, has music ministry running through their veins. The Allendale, SC natives are devoted to applying their God-given gifts into every facet of their livesto includetheirmusic career.GR8FLbegan ministeringtheWord of GodthroughGospel Rap. Grace and Mercywhose names are Shawn and Kevin Haynes knewtheywanted to reach the youth with their passion for serving God. GR8FL stepped out on faith and established their entertainment company called Anointed by Him (ABH) Entertainment. Realizing they were called by God they knew there was greater work to do. With the support and encouragement of family they stepped out on faith and began to fund their own projects. God’s prophesies has been fulfilled in the lives of GR8FL; as 2014 and 2015 has proven to be full of blessings. South Carolina has embraced the ministry of GR8FL. They have been featured in Times and Democrat newspaper on multiple occasions performed at the prestigious Orangeburg Rose Festival and The Gullah Festival in Beaufort, South Carolina. They have also had the opportunity to share the stage with such artists as Dr. Dorinda Clark-Cole, Joshua Rogers,the Season 5winnerof BET’s SundayBest, PastorJohn P. Kee,and many more. Their debut single, “I.D.C I Don’t Care, I’m Doing Christ” was released the winter of 2014 and has reached the airwaves. Most recently, the group has performed on Living Witness Television in Jacksonville, FL, The Dr.Bobby Jones Presents Gospel Show in Nashville, Tennessee and their video played on All Nations TV in Texas. GR8FL has been blessed to win first place on the Prayze Factor People’s Choice Awards in Atlanta, GA and perform at the 4th Annual Dove Awards Prayer Breakfast in Nashville, TN and the Stella Awards Exclusive in LasVegas. Their music is currently in rotation on 108 Praise Radio, 93.5 FMWDOG, Power104Atlanta, Power104Jacksonville,WCGL1360AMVictory,WBNDRadio, HOT 96.CO.UK LONDON THE KENNY C GOSPEL SHOW, and dozens more. It’s undeniably certain, that this is onlythe beginning for GR8FL. GR8FL’s prayer is fortheir music to speak to the nations; letting them knowthat God is still able.Theirgoal is to continue to conveythe message of their music through their life-living. Through it all, GR8FL remains humble and committedto allthatlies ahead ofthemwith God astheirstrength and guide.
ames C. Everett better known by his brand “J Kristyle” is a emerging independent business located in Memphis, TN. James is a multi faceted business owner where he has established hisself as a noteworthy manager, a well respected online radio host with his station “J Kristyle Indie Radio”, Fleet DJ of Memphis where he provides artist opportunities and services, and an overall well rounded individual. James was born on October 13, 1986 in Memphis, Tennessee.
Early on in life James knew that he wanted to be apart of the music industry, but as a professional in his field; he took time out to learn the business behind being a entrepreneur. There are so many businesses & brands that offer the same services; James wanted to separate hisself from the competition by being the difference. After some years of preparation for the release of his Brand “J Kristyle”. On a cold January day in 2013 he launched his brand to the forefront bringing warm highlights to the bitter winter months. J Kristyle is not only a brand it is a place where a network of artists, tastemakers, and talent agents seek to find the next superstar. To date J Kristyle Management represents 2 artists. The First Lady Of J Kristyle; Mo Money, and motivational hip-hop artist; Money Matt®. His radio station J Kristyle Indie Radio is a worldwide web based internet radio, with many notable artists ranging from Adele to Lil Durk, to the catchy tunes of Da Baby, French Montana and many more artists worldwide. Over the next several years, we look to find J Kristyle as a major competitor in not only independent music but the music industry as a whole.
AfterworkingontheirsuccessfulundergroundR&Bsingle“Magic,”whichisnowat 30plusweeksonBETSoul,DJDAPandKentJoneshavedecidedtodroptheirnext single,“ForTheStreets.”AneverbeforereleasedprojectwhichJonesworkedon withthelikesofsuperstarMemphisrapperYoGottialongwithothersuperstarsTy Dolla$ignandKCamp.KentJonesdroppedamixtapebackin2016withthetrack thencalled“Hello.”DJDAPandKentJoneshaveteameduptoreleasetheproject under850RecordsforDJDAP’santicipatedalbum,FromPanamaCityToTallahassee. “I’mSuperexcitedtobeworkingonthisprojectwithabrotherlikeKentJoneswho understandstheimportanceofcomingbackhomeandworkingwiththehometeam toelevatethecity,”saysDJDAP.Thecrewsayslookforadifferenttypeofvideowith “ForTheStreets”astheguysfromthe850trytocaptureadifferentvibeand creativityaswellassomediversitytowhatweseeallthetimewithvideos.
