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Wellesley Bolt, Father Of Usain Bolt, Dead At Age 68

Irie Dale April 1, 2025 2025 EVENTS, Jamaica, Sports

The Jamaican sprint legend and his family are mourning the death of the family patriarch. According to the Jamaica Observer, Wellesley Bolt passed away on Monday, March 31, following a lengthy battle with an unknown illness. Usain Bolt has not yet released a statement confirming his father’s passing, but sources told Urban Islandz he is saddened by the news. “He (Usain Bolt) and the entire family are saddened by Wellesley’s death,” sources told us. “Wellesley was a well respected family man and member of his community, so we know a lot of people are reaching out at this time. The Bolt family is requesting privacy at this time.” Usain Bolt previously praised his father and his mother, Jennife... »

Sean Kingston Placed on House Arrest, Mama Kingston Remanded after Guilty Verdict

Irie Dale March 31, 2025 2025 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, FLORIDA

Despite pleading their innocence since being arrested in 2024, Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother, Janice Turner, were found guilty on all counts in their federal wire fraud trial in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Friday. As per reports, the jury reached its verdict after a few hours of deliberation, convicting the pair of defrauding multiple luxury businesses, including a jewelry company, a high-end bed manufacturer, a luxury car dealership, and a microLED TV company. According to the federal indictment, Kingston—whose real name is Kisean Anderson—allegedly used his celebrity status and social media influence to persuade sellers to deliver high-value goods before payment. Turner, 61, reporte... »

Embattled Artiste Squash Gets New Court Date

Irie Dale March 28, 2025 2025 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, FLORIDA

6ix Boss aka Squash who has been in lockup since late February appeared in a Miami-Dade County court on Wednesday and as per reports, the deejay will return to court on April 2 to further discuss his fate. The court date, set for early next month, will be an arraignment hearing in which the Montego Bay native will be told the charges laid against him, and he’ll get the chance to enter a plea. Details surrounding a possible bail will also be revealed. As per earlier reports, the entertainer was arrested on February 24 and subsequently charged with illegal possession of a modified firearm, he was also charged with carrying a concealed weapon without a permit. Following his arrest in February, ... »

Sean Kingston and Mother ‘Hold on to Bible’ as Witnesses Testify Against Them in Fraud Trial

Irie Dale March 28, 2025 2025 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Wednesday was day three of the trial, so far, jurors have heard testimony from witnesses, including Ariel Mateos, who claimed that Kingston failed to pay for a high-end television. Mateos testified that he sold Kingston a massive 232-inch TV worth $115,000. However, after receiving a $30,000 down payment, he installed the television but was never paid the remaining balance. He alleged that Kingston sent fake wire transfer receipts over several months but never completed the payment. Kingston’s legal team countered that he had agreed to promote Mateos’ business through social media instead of full payment. A legal representative of Kingston told a reporter that there was a ‘breach of contract... »

Bounty Killer Gets His US Visa Reinstated After 15 Years

Irie Dale March 21, 2025 2025 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Bounty Killer back in the US: “God is the greatest all the times” Bounty Killer is back on U.S. soil after getting his visa reinstated after 15 years. The dancehall legend was among several Jamaican artists whose United States visas were revoked for unknown reasons two decades ago. Some artists lost their visas due to issues with gay rights groups, while others remained a mystery. Bounty Killer was one of those artists who stated that they weren’t sure what led to their travel documents being revoked back then. That is now water under the bridge since Bounty Killer touched down in Florida on Tuesday (March 18) via a private jet with his team and his immigration lawyer. Killer sha... »