Van Lathan Fired from TMZ After Trying to Choke Out Conservative Reporter
Van Lathan – Michael Babcock (Getty/Fox) *We previously reported… TMZ’s Van Lathan was shown the door this week after getting into a heated argument with fellow personality/star, Michael Babcock. According to reports, the physical altercation was sparked by a debate over Ellen Degeneres and former President George W. Bush spotted at a football game […]
TMZ Brotherman Van Lathan Fired Over Newsroom Disagreement with Associate
Van Lathan *Whoo Lawd! There’s some tasty tea going down over at TMZ. Well, it was, but it’s all over now and in the aftermath, Van Lathan is out. According to reports, Lathan, a well-respected personality at the organization was shown the door after getting into a big beef with fellow personality/star, Michael Babcock. […]
‘The Real: TMZ’s Van Lathan On His On-Air Confrontation With Kanye West (WATCH)
*On Wednesday, May 2, the hosts of “The Real” spoke to TMZ’s Van Lathan about his on-air confrontation with Kanye West after the rapper’s comments about slavery being a “choice.” Lathan feels that West’s words are a disservice to Lathan’s ancestors who survived. Co-host Loni Love wants Kanye to get help, and warns that his decision […]
Van Lathan: Former TMZ Personality Joins Will Packer’s ‘Central Ave’ Show [VIDEO]
*Former TMZ producer Van Lathan has landed a new gig after he was fired from Harvey Levin’s popular news outlet. Lanthan has been tapped by Will Packer Media’s multicultural entertainment news magazine Central Ave. The show announced the news on Twitter Friday, writing: “Van Lathan joins the Central Ave family!” The tweet included a 40-second […]
TMZ’s Van Lathan on Losing ‘All Respect’ for Kanye West
*TMZ’s Van Lathan stole the show when he checked Kanye West during a live stream earlier this week. The Chicago rapper enraged a lot of fans when he stated that slavery was “a choice,” during his interview with TMZ Live. In a recent episode of Lathan’s podcast, The Red Pill Podcast, (published on May 1, before the live interview) […]
TMZ’s Van Lathan to Celebs: Use Your Megaphones for ‘Responsible’ Conversations
L-R: Karamo Brown , Scott Evans, Lil Rel Howery and Van Lathan *(Via Urban Hollywood 411) – TMZ producer Van Lathan, who recently confronted Kanye West over his claim that “slavery was a choice,” is calling on celebrities to use their “megaphones” to make a difference with ‘responsible conversations‘ instead of spouting off “sensational” comments to sell […]
Van Lathan Talks New ‘Hip Hop Homicides’ Series and Death of Takeoff | EUR Exclusive
Media personality Van Lathan attends the REVOLT & AT&T Summit on October 25, 2019, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images) *We caught up with TV personality and producer, Van Lathan to dish on WE tv’s new “Hip Hop Homicides” series which examines several high-profile murders in the Hip Hop community. Per the […]
Ye’s A Suspect in Investigation – Van Lathan & Nigerian-American ex-NFLer CLASH – Michael Blackson SUCKS Out & Eats Fish Eyes! + More | WATCH
[…] million that Beyonce was reportedly paid was more like $45 million! Before the interview ended, Terrence J gave some inside details on Bey’s show Whooo Lawd! Interviewer Van Lathan and ex-NFL player (and sports show host) Emmanuel Ancho got into a heated back and forth on Twitter. You see, Ancho feels that as a Nigerian […]
Ava DuVernay Wants Y’all to Stop Calling Her ‘Auntie’ on Twitter [WATCH]
[…] a woman of a certain age “auntie” a sign of respect and endearment, Ava DuVernay is not having it. The acclaimed director recently chopped it up with Van Lathan’s “The Red Pill” podcast and made clear that she would appreciate it if people would stop referring to her as “Auntie Ava” on Twitter. “Oh my […]
Mel B’s Daughter Pays Her Homage, Fivio Foreign’s GF Goes Off, Van Lathan Beefs W/Akon & More | Watch
[…] streets acting like he’s single, “you’re not single,” she reminded him. Ol’ buddy needs to handle things at home and sit out from clubbing. Pop culture pundit Van Lathan came for Akon‘s neck for dumping on Black artists in the states versus African artists. The “Locked Up” artist had the audacity to fix his mouth […]
‘Hip Hop Homicides’ Unpacks the Unsolved Murder of Rapper Mo3 | Exclusive Clip
[…] Juvenile, Mannie Fresh, Vic Mensa and many more, who share valuable insights throughout the season. The streets were talking, but no one was listening…until now. READ MORE: Van Lathan Talks New ‘Hip Hop Homicides’ Series and Death of Takeoff | EUR Exclusive “Hip Hop Homicides” aims to provide an added layer to consider by taking […]
Rachel Lindsay Quits Social Media After Backlash Over Racist ‘Bachelor’ Franchise [VIDEO]
[…] Let’s go, Bachelor.” READ MORE: Rachel Lindsay Believes There Won’t Be Another Black Bachelorette Any Time Soon View this post on Instagram A post shared by Van Lathan (@vanlathan) Van Lathan, who co-hosts the “Higher Learning” podcast with Lindsay, made the announcement via Instagram that she was quitting social media. “My co-host on Higher […]
‘Hip Hop Homicides’ Exclusive Clip: XXXtentacion’s Mother Speaks About His Murder | Video
[…] robbery gone wrong? And did XXXtentacion predict his own murder? Check out what his mother has to say about it in the YouTube clip above. READ MORE: Van Lathan Talks New ‘Hip Hop Homicides’ Series and Death of Takeoff | EUR Exclusive “Hip Hop Homicides” aims to provide an added layer to consider by taking […]
‘Hip Hop Homicides’ Exclusive Clip: Van Lathan Speaks to 6 Shot About Soulja Slim’s Murder | WATCH
[…] “50 Cent” Jackson and Mona Scott-Young, and episodes debut on popular AMC streaming service ALLBLK, every Monday, following their premiere on WE tv. In this week’s episode, Van delves into the unsolved mystery of the murder of New Orleans legend and “No Limit” rap star, Soulja Slim. Nearly two decades later, questions remain: was […]
Oprah Winfrey, Ava DuVernay and Gayle King on Why They Reject Being Called ‘Auntie’
[…] wants folks to stop calling her “auntie.” And now Oprah and Gayle King are co-signing her sentiment. As we previously reported, DuVernay recently chopped it up with Van Lathan’s “The Red Pill” podcast and noted how she would appreciate it if people would stop referring to her as “Auntie Ava” on Twitter. “Oh my god, […]