Entertainment
Rapper Eminem’s mother, Debbie Nelson dies at 69 after cancer battle
Debbie Nelson, the mother of rapper Eminem and a central figure in his early music, has died at the age of 69.
The news was confirmed by the artist’s representative, Dennis Dennehy, to US media.
Nelson’s cause of death has not been disclosed, though she was known to have been battling lung cancer.
Eminem has not yet issued a public statement regarding her passing.
Nelson and Eminem’s tumultuous relationship was a recurring theme in the rapper’s earlier music, with one of the most notable examples being his 2002 hit Cleanin’ Out My Closet.
In the song, Eminem leveled harsh accusations against his mother, rapping: “Witnessin’ your mama poppin’ prescription pills in the kitchen” and later adding, “Keep telling yourself that you was a mom.”
Their conflicts also played out in the public eye. In 1999, Nelson sued Eminem for defamation over his lyrics in My Name Is.
She later revealed the lawsuit was her lawyer’s idea and eventually settled out of court for $25,000 (£19,000).
Eminem has also connected his own struggles with prescription drug addiction to his mother’s experiences.
On the 2009 track My Mom, he rapped: “That’s why I’m on what I’m on, ’cause I’m my mom.”
In 2008, Debbie Nelson published a memoir titled My Son Marshall, My Son Eminem, in which she expressed sadness over her son’s portrayal of her, saying she was “heartbroken” by his allegations.
Nelson’s death marks the end of a complex chapter in Eminem’s life, one that has been both deeply personal and widely publicized through his music.
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The 17th Headies Awards paid a tribute to the late Afrobeat singer Mohbad, celebrating his life, music and lasting impact on fans.
A video montage featuring his music videos accompanied a narrative that highlighted his journey and influence.
The emotional tribute described Mohbad as a star whose spirit and voice would never be forgotten, noting that his music was more than just sound, it was a movement.
The tribute reads in part: “Some voices are too powerful to be forgotten, some spirits shine so bright they leave a mark that cannot be erased. Mohbad was one of those stars. From the streets of Lagos to the heart of millions, Mohbad’s music was more than sound; it was a movement… Rest in peace, Mohbad, your light will never fade.”
Mohbad was also posthumously awarded the ‘Best Street-hop Artist’ with his song ‘Ask About Me’.
The award was accepted on his behalf by members of his family, including, his wife Wunmi, son, Liam and younger brother Adura.
Entertainment
My tongue slipped, Annie Macaulay apologizes after referring to Herself as ‘Idibia’ at Headies 2025
At the 2025 Headies, actress Annie Macaulay caused a stir when she introduced herself as “Annie Idibia” on stage.
Moments later, she retracted her statement, clarifying that it was a slip of the tongue. Annie, married to music icon 2Baba (Innocent Idibia), quickly apologized, explaining it was an honest mistake, and continued with the event without further incident
Renowned Nigerian rapper, Falz opens up about his relationship status, sharing reasons behind his singleness.
In a recent interview hosted by media personality, Chude Jideonwo, Falz revealed he is yet to find a woman, genuinely interested in him.
According to Falz, navigating a healthy home and family life as an entertainment figure is challenging and admitted never to have experienced heartbreak.
“I’ve never been heartbroken. In a romantic way, I’ve never told somebody that I love you.I’ve not found anybody that like me. In all sincerity, it’s incredibly tough to have a healthy family life and the entertainment”, He stated.
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