May 22, 2013

Nate Dogg’s Estate Settled – Kids Are Happy Again

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*Nate Dogg’s estate has finally been settled. After the Hip Hop singer transitioned, he left behind his legacy in both music and money. According to reports, the new executors of the estate were originally named: his widow, LaToya Calvin and his mother, Ruth Homes. But the decision didn’t come without consequences. TMZ says Nate’s children [...]




Nate Dogg’s Kids Against Grandma and Stepmom Running Estate

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*Nate Dogg’s kids are not trying to have their grandmother or stepmother in charge of their late father’s estate, his daughter told TMZ. [SUBSCRIBE TO EURWEB's RSS FEED] The singer died in 2011 without a will, so his wife Latoya Calvin took charge. His kids didn’t agree and asked the court to nominate an attorney [...]




Rapper Nate Dogg’s Friends Abandoned Him, Says Associate

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*A close associate of deceased rapper Nate Dogg says the former singer’s close friends in the industry abandoned him when he needed the help the most. TMZ is reporting that David Michery, who was named estate owner and is a record label owner, was put on the hook for the $300,000 in medical bills Nate [...]




We Remember Iconic African Americans of 2011

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*Every year, we lose members of the African American family that have been instrumental and encouraging to our lives. Those that have used their talents to increase our lives are worthy of remembrance and this year the list is filled with dynamic individuals of note. Vesta Williams and Heavy D were huge shocks to everyone [...]




Michael Vick Reaches Out to Nate Dogg’s Son

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*Michael Vick may miss a third week of football due to injury, but he’s making just as meaningful off-the-field connections during his down time. According to TMZ, the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback  has reached out to Naijiel Hale, the son of late singer Nate Dogg (real name Nathanial Hale), who is a football stud at Lakewood [...]




Nate Dogg’s Baby Mama Nearly Run Over at the Laundromat

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*TMZ has photos of an out-of-control car that slammed through the front of a Laundromat and came close to hitting the ex of late singer Nate Dogg. Rhoda, who also shares children with Nate Dogg, says she was washing her clothes and talking on her cell phone when the car came crashing through the front [...]




Gospel was Next for Nate Dogg

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*News recently immerged that Long Beach legend Nat Dogg had his eyes and heart set on Gospel music before his death on March 15. “He was a child of God and he was raised in the church. He had just started work with Gospel groups,” Warren G told HipHopDX. “He was getting into Gospel music [...]




Nate Dogg’s Home Foreclosed On — 48 Hours After Death

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*TMZ is reporting that a home belonging to rapper Nate Dogg was foreclosed on last month … just two days after he passed away. According to papers filed on March 17, Nate Dogg (real name Nathaniel Hale) had fallen behind on his mortgage payments on his Pomona, CA home … to the tune of $5,924.12. [...]




Video: Nate Dogg’s Sons Plotting Own Music Career

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*The teenage sons of late crooner Nate Dogg are looking to follow in their father’s footsteps. The teens told TMZ they’re currently in the process of launching their own music careers, and have plans to work with their “Uncle Snoop.” Naijiel, 15, and Lil Nate, 18, revealed their game plan in L.A. yesterday and gave [...]




Snoop Creates Video for Nate Dogg Trust Fund and gets Tattoo to Honor Him

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*In celebration of Nate Dogg’s life and career, Snoop Dogg has created a special tribute video for the classic “Nobody Does it Better” ft. Warren G. and has launched the official Nate Dogg Trust Fund. 100% of all proceeds go directly to Nate Dogg’s family to help pay for memorial services and ensure financial security [...]




Nate Dogg Celebrated at Services Saturday

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*In Southern California, California, about 1,000 fans joined family and friends of hip-hop singer Nate Dogg for his funeral. Among the celebs turning out for the services were rappers Snoop Dogg, Warren G and The Game at the Queen Mary Dome in Long Beach. Nate Dogg’s family decided that the ceremony would not be open [...]




Short Bits: Gayle off the Air; Nate Dogg’s Public Funeral; Ochocinco’s Soccer Tryout

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*Gayle is gone … well, almost. That’s right, Gayle King will is exiting her Harpo Radio program to concentrate on TV. Affiliates are being told that the final show will air on April 6. The two-hour daily talk program launched in July of 2010 on Sirius XM. —————- *Fans of late rapper/singer Nate Dogg will [...]




Video: Snoop Dogg, Warren G Pay Tribute to Nate Dogg at SXSW

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*There were other memorable performances at this weekend’s South by Southwest Festival besides Kanye West and company. Snoop Dogg’s Funk n Soul Extravaganza took place Saturday night, doubling as a tribute to the rappers late childhood friend Nate Dogg. Backed by longtime crew Tha Dogg Pound and Warren G, along with recent collaborators Dam-Funk and [...]




Drake Drops Rhymes for Bill Clinton and Speaks on Nate Dogg

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*Rapper-singer Drake performed for Bill Clinton at an event Thursday night in Los Angeles. Drake, who said he was shocked and ecstatic to perform for the former U.S. president, also talked about late singer Nate Dogg.




Audio: Game Records Tribute to Nate Dogg

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*Two days after the passing of Nate Dogg, rapper The Game on Thursday released a new song in his honor, titled “All Dogs Go to Heaven.” The track features a sample from “Diamonds Are Forever,”  the theme to the film of the same name, and uses many samples of hooks sung by Nate on various [...]