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Pardison Fontaine Confirms Breakup with Jada Kingdom: Watch Interview

Irie Dale April 4, 2025 2025 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Rumour has been circulating since last year that rapper Pardison ‘Pardi’ Fontaine and Dancehall artiste Jada Kingdom split. Neither spoke openly on the matter until this week. The Hip Hop artiste finally confirmed their breakup in an interview released on Tuesday. Speaking on #Respectfully The Justin Laboy Show, Pardi stated that he is single and is taking it easy as he focuses on himself. While he did not divulge much details on their breakup, the Backin’ It Up rapper suggested that their relationship suffered from being in the public eye. “… For both of our mental, it was just like so better to keep everything under wraps. Niggas seen us here and there, but it was just so much better and e... »

Dancehall Artist Squash Pleaded Not Guilty To Gun Charges

Irie Dale April 4, 2025 2025 EVENTS, ARTISTES, ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, FLORIDA

Dancehall artist Squash was back in court on Wednesday, April 2, to answer gun charges. The Montego Bay deejay pleaded not guilty to firearm charges when he appeared in court and opted for a trial by jury. His next court hearing in Florida is set for April 7, when the judge will decide on a trial date for the artist. Squash, whose real name is Andre Whittaker, and another man, Zidanne George Prescott, were arrested in February this year on charges of possession of a short-barrel shotgun, a rifle, possession of a machine gun, and possession of a concealed firearm. Squash Police say that on February 24 at around 10:58 PM, they pulled over a Mercedes-Benz sedan being driven by Pre... »

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, ... »