Crowned the "Prince Of New York," Power 105.1's DJ Self was born and raised in Brooklyn during hip hop's golden era and has risen up in the ranks of club, party, and mixtapes DJs to emerge as one of the top three club DJs in NYC. On Season 9, Joe reinvented himself as a family man, delighting millions on social media with glimpses into his home life alongside girlfriend Cyn Santana. Black Buddafly was signed to Def Jam and J Records. Season 9 promises to showcase the many sides of Maino, whose hustle is only matched by his heart. That relationship, and its messy fallout, transformed Alexis into a favorite of the gossip blogs, but the hijinks came to a screeching halt in January 2018 when she gave birth to daughter Alaiya -- three months prematurely. Proud mother of her greatest accomplishment, Mendeeceees R. Harris, Samantha always strives to set the best example for her son. Erica also broke off an engagement to her former fiancé Bow Wow and made it through a traumatic relationship with the late Cliff Dixon. Her voice will likely be familiar from Pixar's Brave, where she voiced the lead character, and she also appeared in the final Harry Potter film as the ghost of Rowena Ravenclaw. Sharing her love life in front of the camera has made for some of the franchise's most memorable moments -- from crying over Rich Dollaz to a bad breakup with Cyn Santana. Prior to seriously selecting music as her career, this Pennsylvania Prom Queen pursued a career in Nursing where she attended North Hampton Community College in PA. In 2016, Tara co-authored The Goddess Potential, which was written to inspire women to start to get to know and love themselves better. Line of Duty creator Jed Mercurio loved her performance so much that he chose her for his next series, The Bodyguard, in 2018. She realized very early that she truly had a passion for the arts. Self-sufficient, Maggie owns and operates her own highly successful business: the Hair Like Maggie hair shop in Newark, NJ. Today, she has almost as many Instagram followers as he does. Jim takes his ability to influence the world at large very seriously as he continues to search for new ways to find social and political growth while progressing within the hip-hop culture. However, the show wasn't renewed for a second series. After last season’s tumultuous romance with Kiyanne, a newly single Jaquae returns to Love & Hip Hop with a renewed focus on his music, including collaborations with Nya Lee, Fetty Wap and Sidney Starr, and along the way, he’ll have to deal with the fallout from his messy breakup, which leads to a series of events that call into question his integrity and loyalty. Most recently, he appeared in psychological drama The Nest as a property developer who has to confront how far he’ll go to give his wife a baby. Model, author and entrepreneur Juliet "Juju" C. has been a fan favorite on "Love & Hip Hop" since Season 7 when she made her debut.She remains close with Remy, but she is seemingly drifting from Yandy. After the completion of the West's "School Spirit" Tour, Consequence released his critically acclaimed retail mixtape "Take'em To The Cleaners" which garnered the attention of Sony Urban Music. Although Mendeecees is currently incarcerated, he continues to support his wife Yandy Smith-Harris and her own entrepreneurial spirit. As a father of three and a constant supporter of black love, Papoose is an outspoken advocate for positive depictions of African-American relationships and families. It was while getting her feet wet in entertainment where music came knocking at the door. On top of the world, PHresher is in the limelight and is known as a single, ladies' man with a love of the strip club. Along with her team, OTL, she dropped her debut EP 'Leading Lady' in 2012 and her single "Shut It Down" is building radio airplay. Topham veered into the opposite carriageway after taking his eyes off the road to pick up his son’s teddy bear from the car’s footwell. Jennaske has lost a lot of friends who were once close to her since she's been poppin'. Straight out of the birthplace of hip hop -- the Bronx, NY -- Reminisce Smith a.k.a. Fortitude, ambition and creative business tactics are at the forefront of Jim Jones's career. To date, they have worked with notables such as Juelz Santana; Benzino; Rex; Unkasa; Stevie J; Murda Mook; Dougie Fresh; Stevie J; Benzino; Kirk and Rasheedah of "Love & Hip-Hop Atlanta"; and several others. Jonathan has been by his friend Cyn Santana's side after she parted ways with Joe Budden. From there, she moved on to be the gossip girl for the Hot Boyz of Chicago radio show on Power92. Juju also gets closer to Kimbella and is open to bonding with Chrissy. She has learned how to engineer and produce, even teaching herself LOGIC. Edgy and feminine with a splash of sexy, Sofi lets her personality flourish which allows her to showcase a gifted voice in hip-hop, pop, and R&B. She is best known internationally for her role in the film Parasite (2019), which won four Academy Awards and became the first non-English language film to win the award for Best Picture.. Cho is also known for her roles in the films The Servant (2010), The … As her career continued to skyrocket, she chose to remain behind the scenes to support her partner and combat the negative stereotypes often associated with being the girlfriend of a successful entertainer. Steve Arnott, Kate Fleming and Ted Hastings will be back as AC-12 takes on a new case in the sixth series of the hit police drama by Jed Mercurio. Some of his other TV work include Band of Brothers, Taboo alongside Tom Hardy, Little Boy Blue which followed the murder of Rhys Jones and White House Farm. Yorma is a single mother to a beautiful 6 year old girl and is hoping to settle down with the man of her dreams. Recently, Cisco has become a partner at the Channel Momentum Investment Group and although he has been in the game a long time, Cisco continues to build his empire as a mogul and music producer. While simultaneously working on her educational career, Lexxy dabbled in modeling and acting as well. Beyond his music, Papoose's relationship with Remy Ma, who he married in 2008 before her sentencing, has inspired a passionate following of its own. Daniel Mays made a surprisingly short stint in Line of Duty as Sgt Danny Waldron, as AC-12 investigate his troubled past. Aside from her work as a solo vocalist, Mo has contributed production and backing vocals to numerous artists' records throughout the years including Nicole Wray, Jay Z, Tamar Braxton, Gerald LeVert, and Faith Evans among many others. While she was hesitant to go public in the past, Erika is excited to join this season of Love & Hip Hop and finally let the world know her truths. It was in 2005, that Dame coined her nickname "Jen The Pen," which has stuck ever since. Being a single mom at times can be taxing and tiring but that doesn't keep Erica Jean from being upbeat and positive. Besides Line of Duty, he's best known for his recurring role in The Walking Dead, in which he plays one of the first survivors Rick meets. Blackpool actor Craig Parkinson went from strength-to-strength during his time as DI Matthew "Dot" Cottan in Line Of Duty as he was revealed as the back-stabbing 'Caddie'. Born Andre Parker, the self-taught musician took up the drums at the age of 4, and has expanded his talents to become one of the most prolific producers of the last decade. She has also starred in other TV series' Princess … However, J's biggest achievement is her 13 year old son, Wesley, who lives in Chicago. This drama was a rollercoaster ride, but made me cry most of the time. Can Jaquae ride out the drama and preserve his reputation as one of hip hop’s good guys? The movie had a star studded cast including Sammy Davis Jr. and Jim Backus. PHresher may be a super-dad, but his better half wants her shine in the spotlight, as well. Sky plans on taking this endeavor on the road to promote healthy eating and fitness around the world. Born and raised in the city that never sleeps, Erika DeShazo comes from a well-respected family that has many connections to the music industry. Ambitious and entrepreneurial, Maino is on a mission to elevate his profile to international superstar status and extend his influence to all areas of the entertainment business. Raised in Miami, Raqi moved to NY, where she was a corporate finance agent by day but became a well-known fierce talking radio personality by night. Our. 1 Latin music artist on MySpace, Somaya Reece has leveraged her popularity on the site to build a thriving career as an actress, personality, and musician. A native of Washington DC who currently resides in Brooklyn, Sofi Green is the quintessential artist who is outspoken, aggressive, and fashionable in her own way. One of the music industry's most sought-after makeup artists, Jonathan Fernandez has been perfecting his craft since he was 16 years old. In 2002, Black Buddafly packed their bags and flew to New York City with nothing but $600 and a dream. They have a 13-year-old son and a 10-year-old daughter, but the rap game and Jenn's insecurities kept their relationship out of the public eye. MyLisa, her now 7 year old daughter and only child, is the joy of her life who inspired Diamond to co-found A Safe Place Youth Center, a group home for pregnant teens, with her mother Lisa. Cons' released his debut LP "Don't Quit Your DayJob via Columbia Records independent division "Red Ink" and debut on Billboard #1 US Heatseekers. Nevertheless, one thing is for sure: This new girl on the block is playing to win. In addition to her solo work and collaborative efforts with Missy Elliott, Lil' Mo has penned chart-topping hits like the Grammy-nominated "Put It On Me" and "I Cry", where she sang the hooks for Ja Rule. A mob movie masterpiece, Goodfellas focuses on 1970’s New York gangster Henry Hill as he climbs the ranks of organized crime. Although she is new to the Love & Hip Hop cast, she is no stranger to reality TV. Graham, 47, is previously best known for his work in This Is England alongside Vicky McClure. She followed this up with the lead role Alex Drake in Ashes to Ashes. In fact, she still continues to study and hone her craft. Having been raised in foster homes, Pearson was convicted of second-degree murder and was sentenced to an eight-year term, but it was after her release that she turned her life around. It is about a sordid love affair between a socialite and a gangster named Johnny Cool played by Henry Silva. Kimbella isn't only missing the help of her man, she does it all without the support of her old best friend. They have a 13-year-old son and a 10-year-old daughter. A true hard-knock success story, Maino spent 10 years in prison but used the time in lockup to develop his skills as an emcee. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. She will continue to prove that she has numerous talents to show the world. His producer skills on their record 'Thug Luv' sparked major attention until the noise it made reached Irv Gotti, CEO of Murder Inc. and his brother Chris. (Consequence is credited as a Co-Producer and Additional Vocalist on "Party"). Mendeecees is heavily immersed in the music industry but prides himself on pursuing a wide variety of entrepreneurial endeavors that range from real estate to fashion. In the same session Jay-Z had revealed to Consequence that Beyonce had cut a version to his song called "Party" which ended on Beyonce's '4' LP and went on to be the #1 Record at Urban Radio as well as receiving a Grammy Nomination and BET Award. Her love for her son Stephen has motivated her to advance her career. Since Erica and Cyn broke up, they have kept their distance from each other. I just want to create that music that makes you feel so so good.". Does Nya have what it takes to reach the hip-hop A-list, or has her moment already passed? Hailing from the iconic borough of Brooklyn, Swift Star was raised in the infamous Flatbush neighborhood but it was East New York's surroundings that made him. The couple is still together and in love, but they have been living in separate cities and have still not tied the knot. Peter has three boys - Jamison, Kaz, and Gunner, with longtime girlfriend Tara Wallace and two daughters, Cori and Bronx, with his wife Amina. Success didn’t come overnight. Season 9 shows Anais at a pivotal point in her personal and professional life, as she struggles to find peace in her tumultuous marriage and within herself and figure out an angle to break the ceiling to the next phase of her career. With his fiery charisma and outrageous sense of humor, Jonathan is usually the glue of his social circle, although his flair for drama often makes waves. This sexy, former video vixen turned aspiring DJ is hell-bent on shaking the image of her past and showing the music world what she's really got. Having been through many trials and tribulations throughout her childhood, Samantha knew that education was her ticket out. Her brand is class, honesty and grace under pressure, but one person challenges that perception: Chrissy Lampkin, who hasn't seen Yandy in eight years and is back in NYC, tighter than ever with all Yandy's friends. Awards. Now, Tara is determined to finally figure out her relationship with long-time boyfriend/baby daddy Peter Gunz. Raqi continues to work in radio as host of the Hot 97's Sunday Night Showcase and has started a career as an Ambassador DJ. But will the criminal justice system ruin the couple's dream of a happily ever after? Cons was also commissioned to appear on EA's "Fight Night". Chrissy also runs a full spectrum talent agency, Le Jeu Entertainment. "Five years from now, I see myself owning multiple businesses such as a colored collection hair company and a record label." Bronx born, Peter Gunz, is best known for his platinum record, "Déjà Vu (Uptown Baby)", which he recorded with fellow NYC rapper Lord Tariq. He's also taken on the role of Ronnie Biggs, one of the men who planned the Great Train Robbery, in the series Mrs Biggs. Somaya Reece released her first single "Tramp" off her distribution deal with Ingrooves in early 2010. Nya’s always been passionate about music and in recent years has used her social media platform to promote her mixtapes and collaborations like recent singles “Thick,” featuring Trina, and “Move It,” featuring Jaquae. should have given more priority to Jung but this DRAMA IS A LIFE LEARNING LESSON TO THE SOCIETY and plus it made me feel … With Jaquae's fan-base rapidly growing, Sophia may have more to deal with than she expects. After years of professional and personal lows but mostly highs, it's time for the once diamond in the rough to be recognized for the true gem that she is. Do you trust Detective Inspector Matthew 'Dot' Cottan (Craig Parkinson)? The past year has been one of growth for Alexis, who has found purpose and responsibility in her new role as a mother, but it’s also been a time of opportunity. Learn more about the stars of this popular TV series including exclusive news, photos, full episodes, videos, and more at VH1.com. He made two first-team appearances in the 2001-2002 season as a substitute, but both matches were lost 4-0 and the club was relegated shortly after. Then in 2012, he landed the lead role of anti-corruption detective Steve Arnott in the first series of Line of Duty, although without his native accent. Joe and Cyn must now figure out how they are going to co-parent their son. He must work to balance his new music and career with his role as caretaker. During lockdown, he’s filmed Adrian Dunbar's Coastal Ireland which saw him exploring the rugged and beautiful landscape of his home country. The enigmatic member of The Diplomats (a.k.a. She’s the proud mother of a one-year-old and is determined to showcase her newfound maturity and personal growth, but tough-as-nails Nya doesn’t suffer fools, and she’s tired of waiting for her career to pop. She's received acclaim for previous BBC series she's been involved with, including State of Play and The Girl in the Cafe. Somaya Reece hailed, as "The Next Sophia Loren", is a voluptuous vixen. AC-12 will be back in for the sixth series soon - here's some of the actors' most well-known TV and film roles, Sign up to the Grimsby Live newsletter for daily updates and breaking news. My music is like that as well. Through her various musical influences (Mariah Carey, ABBA, The Bangles, Carmen McRae, Joe Sample, and Linda Perry), she learned how to create timeless music that focused on vocal arrangement and big melodies. In 2009, he starred alongside future Line of Duty co-star Keeley Hawes in cop drama Ashes to Ashes. She struggles to help keep the family together according to her son's wishes. Merseyside actor Stephen Graham was the latest well-known face to take the role of AC-12’s target, playing undercover cop John Corbett, who may or may not have gone rogue. Already a fierce anti-bullying advocate, Sidney is ready to be taken seriously as an artist and enters Season 9 having convinced Rich Dollaz to give her a chance in the studio. Since her departure from the show on Season 2, Chrissy appeared on several others, but she didn't develop her personality and quick wit in front of the camera. Raqi Thunda is a popular music & pop culture enthusiast. He got a job in the music industry through DJ Jazzy Joyce and from there he worked his way up and became the president of Mogul Media, a company that headed the entertainment division of PepsiCo. He's had a long list of roles on both sides of the Atlantic including TV shows Spooks, Jericho and The Prisoner, and films Les Miserables, Blade Runner 2049, Lost In Space and 24 Hour Party People. Can Sidney get out of her own way and summon the self-discipline to shatter the glass ceiling for transgender rappers? Currently, Emily is working on the launch of her own clothing line, "Emily B". "The same day that I’d printed up all of my mix tapes, 50 called and asked for a mixtape. Remy Ma is one of the genre's most respected MCs. His first endeavor was performing and writing 7 records on A Tribe Called Quest's 'Beats, Rhymes & Life' which debuted #1 on Billboard 100 and Top R&B/Rap Charts. The 55-year-old from Nottingham has appeared on the big and small screens for nearly two decades now. He's a multi-instrumentalist and a manager. "I love my career!". Award-winning actress Thandie Newton stepped into AC-12's cross hairs as DCI Roz Huntley for the fourth season. She opened a vintage clothing store and with her fashion forward style and over the top personality, she soon became a well-loved socialite, traveling the world and attending the hottest A-list events. The two will have to come face-to-face. During the taping of the final episode of Season 9, the cast learned Safaree had secretly snuck Erica on their trip to Costa Rica, and all hell broke loose. Amina's sound began to evolve and her songwriting became much more sophisticated. As Saigon's name began being thrown in the ring with hip-hop veterans like Nas and Jay-Z, it was clear he was ready to explode. VH1 and all related titles and logos are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. VH1 Family Reunion: Love & Hip Hop Edition. She's had appearances on various singles, which led to rapper Red Café including her on the remix to his smash hit "Hottest In The Hood". She began her career by receiving a Bachelors Of Arts in Psychology at Hunter College while working at SOB's, one of the most well know grass roots music venues in the NYC. Her love and drive for the performing arts lead her to attend Howard University as a Theater Arts major. Starting out as a dancer and choreographer for celebrities like Maino, Remy Ma, Desiigner and 50 Cent, this bubbly beauty got one foot in the door and plans on busting it down.Jennaske's Instagram has quickly grown to over 350,000 followers (with a few celebrities sliding into her DMs). Dominican-born Latin music superstar Anais Martinez shot to fame as the second season winner of the Puerto Rican reality competition "Objetivo Fama" and then conquered the charts with her debut album "Asi Soy Yo" (“This Is the Way I Am”) in 2006. As a business associate, Moe handled patient registration in the Emergency Room by day and did rhyme writing with Lexxy at night. He also suggests Jenn create merchandise for the channel and not worry about fame. Emily became a mother very early in her life. Ayisha Diaz is one of the most, if not the most, sought after video vixens in the game. show Entourage. In 2020, he appeared as a police officer trying to catch real-life serial killer Dennis Nilsen in the ITV series Des. In a succession of hit-making moves he produced Ashanti's debut album, which reached #1 and sold 5 million copies with "Foolish", "Happy”, and "Baby" all becoming Top 10 singles. With a growing roster of artists, Ashley and Navarro are tasked with growing their business and relationship at the same time. You decide, Daniel Mays as Sgt Danny Waldron in Line of Duty, Detective Chief Inspector Roz Huntley (Thandie Newton) proved a slippery customer, Stephen Graham portrayed a conflicted undercover cop in the most recent season. Over the years, he’s done everything from Shakespeare (Richard III) to sci-fi (Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace – although his scene was left on the cutting room floor.). A New Yorker through and through, Cyn Santana made a big splash with her quick wit and fiery personality when she debuted on Season 3 of "Love & Hip Hop" as the girlfriend of Erica Mena. Dipset) and entrepreneur spent the past decade designing an empire that will solidify his place in hip-hop history and beyond. This season finds Maggie on a journey to make peace with her past so she can look forward to her future. In an on-and-off relationship with husband, Peter Gunz, Amina made a statement last year by taking her daughter Cori and moving to LA. Focusing heavily on her career, Samantha completed her degree as a Dental Hygienist at the NYC College Of Technology and now she works tirelessly to provide for herself and her son. Last year, she hooked up with Safaree Samuels, and the two quickly got engaged. Erica Jean has done several performances in the tri-state area including: James Baldwins', Off Broadway production of Blues for Mister Charlie. J. Adrienne, simply known as J, was born and raised on the south-side of Chicago. He's also filmed in Lincolnshire with Wild Bill, a 2019 police show that attracted Hollywood star Rob Lowe. Judy has maintained good relationships with all of Mendeecees' children's mothers but is sick of all of the fighting. By 2005, Consequence had signed to Sony Music/Columbia Records and appeared on West's sophomore LP 'Late Registration' on the fan favorite which also features Cam'Ron. By chance, he worked twice with future Line of Duty co-star Martin Compston, first with Ghosted and then Soulboy. Actress Roundtable: Michelle Pfeiffer, Andra Day, more on ‘terrifying’ choices, objectifying women. He has continuously dropped jewels, selling thousands of mixtapes that feature hot exclusives from hip hop and R&B's finest. On Trent's way to stardom, he crossed paths with everyone from Trey Songz to Beyonce, as he continued to make connections in the industry, eventually landing himself a deal. Her pursuit and love of music will cement her place in the industry for years to come. At a young age, she began taking dance and acting lessons. Cast: Jason Schwartzman, Bill Murray, Olivia Williams Some films create an entire world, with its own rules and its own geography. As the person behind the camera for red carpets, music videos, and awards shows, Emily quietly built a clientele that includes some of the biggest names in music, television, and sports today. Mother of God, it’s Adrian Dunbar, who lays AC-12 boss Superintendent Ted Hastings (like the battle.). Cisco Rosado was born and raised in Brooklyn and is a New Yorker to the core. By the mid-90’s he invested in some recording equipment and started making rap beats in a city where everyone was playing Go-Go. She recorded her first solo demo with producers Midi Mafia/Family Ties. Representing clients such as Fetty, Remy Boy Monty, Ayisha Diaz and others, he combines his keen legal mind with his music industry experience. Over the years, the former friends have had their issues, but Yandy believes attacking her character as a parent was the last straw. Line of Duty will be back on screens soon - we've had a dig into the cast's backgrounds. This enabled her ability to make more moves with music. The Dominican beauty has starred in dozens of videos alongside hip hop greats like Chris Brown, Drake, Wale, Juelz Santana and more. Diamond was born into privilege, however she faced challenges that many teenage young ladies face including an unplanned but certainly blessed pregnancy. His debut was '96-A-0549: The Yard Father Part 1,' a 25-track collection hosted by DJ's Kay Slay and Whoo Kid that was deemed an instant classic. In September 2010, Consequence decided to form Band Camp Records. Jenn has her own ideas about becoming a social media influencer and wants to start her own spicy podcast dishing all the tea with rappers and celebrities. "Love & Hip Hop" veteran Erica Mena is known for her fiery Latina personality and tumultuous on-again, off-again relationships. After moving to New York with her 7-year old son to help manage her sister, Ashley met Ayisha's lawyer, Navarro Gray, and the two started dating. After being with Murder Inc. for one year, he was offered a deal with Top Dawg Productions. Consequence is an accomplished rapper, songwriter, producer, fashionista & video director who's worked in the music business for over 2 decades. He has sense been affectionately dubbed 'The guy who ditched Turtle' because of his close relationship with that character played by Jerry Ferrara'. DJ Self's newest Gwinin artist, Dreamdoll, is known for her social media following and buzzy single "Everything Nice". Will their relationship be doomed once Jaquae starts to learn more and more about his girl's past? Is this truly the end of their friendship? A native of Long Island, NY, Alexis Skyy made her mark as a dancer and video vixen before rocketing to fame as the girlfriend of rapper Fetty Wap. Through her school years, she continued to develop her craft, performing in many school plays. Drewski grew up in New Jersey where his entrepreneurship started at a very young age as he nurtured a sincere passion for music. Bronx-born Yorma is one of the hottest dancers in NYC and in It was Love in the Club for her and DJ Self from the moment they met. Her current catalog holds more than 400 songs that she has written over the past few years. Sidney is a natural-born troublemaker whose reckless devil-may-care ways could put her at odds with the image-conscious New York hip-hop community. Now, Jenn wants her shine in the spotlight, as well. Mariahlynn is the ultimate survivor. She wants to be included in all of PHresher's events, including parties, music videos and in the recording studio.PHresher tries to convince Jen to create her own lane by launching her mother-and-daughter YouTube channel. Chicago-born self-proclaimed “Transgender Diva” Sidney Starr is a fun-loving favorite on social media known for her bold and outrageous personality, high-energy dance moves and messy hijinks.