A new Hulu documentary takes a look at the legendary street party Freaknik held in Atlanta during the 80s and 90s. "Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told" will touch on how the event started as a simple Atlanta Black college cookout during spring break but grew to draw thousands from across the United States.
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Cardi B was performing in Las Vegas when a fan threw a drink at her. Concertgoers have thrown objects at musical artists in several highly publicized instances in the past few months.
The Grammy-winning rapper resolved a criminal case stemming from a pair of brawls at New York City strip clubs by pleading guilty in a deal that requires her to perform 15 days of community service.
"I hope that not having to worry about the costs associated with burying their loved ones will help as they move forward and heal," the Grammy-winning rapper said.
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