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Toosii on Drake, Friends Killing His Grandpa, Most Hated in His City (Unreleased Full Interview) Oct 31, 2024

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Toosii sat down with VladTV in 2020 as the music artist was starting to really buzz. He talked about growing up in Syracuse, New York, before moving to North Carolina as a teen. Prior to moving, the rapper and singer revealed he started witnessing violence by the age of seven. He also shared a tragic story about his three best friends fatally stabbing his grandfather during a robbery. Later, Toosii explained how his hometown had reacted to his success and acknowledged Drake for helping his career when he dropped "Toosie Slide."

2X World Series Champ Jose Canseco on Madonna, A-Rod & J-Lo, PED Use, Mark McGwire, Going Broke (Flashback) Oct 31, 2024

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In 2021, two-time World Series champion and former MVP Jose Canseco sat down for an interview detailing his life and career. The retired baseball player revealed that he wasn't a standout high school player and received no college offers, prompting him to join the minor leagues for a $10,000 signing bonus. After struggling his first few years in the minors, the turning point came when he started using performing-enhancing drugs after promising his mom on her deathbed that he'd become the best player in the world. After becoming the minor league's Player of the Year, he described winning the Rookie of the Year and American League MVP as a member of the Oakland Athletics. While describing his three consecutive World Series appearances, he also cleared the air on his multiple legal incidents as well as his interactions with Madonna and Alex Rodriguez. He also explained how two multimillion divorces and bad investments left him broke after signing the biggest contract in MLB history at the time. Canseco also talked about being blackballed from baseball after exposing MLB's PED crisis in his book, "Juiced." To hear more, view the full interview above.

Deon Cole on New Netflix Special, Eddie Murphy, Diddy, Marlon Wayans, Comedy Beef Oct 30, 2024

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Deon Cole returned for another VladTV exclusive, where the comedian discussed his new standup special, "OK, Mister." During the interview, Deon discussed his preference for "vintage" women and revisited his kiss with Stephanie Mills on The Breakfast Club. He also talked about Kanye West's marriage and his experience at a White strip club before reflecting on his rise in entertainment. Throughout the rest of the interview, Deon Cole offered his thoughts on Diddy, Eddie Murphy, Marlon Wayans, and much more.

Gambino Mafia Associate Anthony "Hootie" Russo (Flashback) Oct 28, 2024

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In 2021 Anthony "Hootie" Russo, a former crew member for the Gambino family, came through for his first-ever VladTV interview, where he spoke about growing up in the Ozone Park neighborhood of Queens. Russo explained that he remembers wanting to be in the mob as young as 5-years-old, and he ended up getting involved around the age of 13. He went on to speak about how he got his start, getting deeper connections as time went on, and the point where he felt like he was in over his head. To hear his full story, including how he's turned his life around, hit the full interview above.

03 Greedo on Joining Crips, Calling J Cole "Lame", Going to Prison (Unreleased Full Interview) Oct 28, 2024

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03 Greedo sat down with VladTV shortly before he was set to serve a potential 20-year sentence. The West Coast rapper talked about his unstable upbringing and experiencing homelessness. These hectic circumstances contributed to his decision to join the Grape Street Crips. He also explained how he became a rapper and why he signed his record deal. Throughout the rest of the interview, 03 Greedo talked about J. Cole, Kanye West, Nas, 2Pac, and more. 03 Greedo was released from prison in 2023.

The Outlawz on 2Pac Quad & Atlanta Shooting, Suge Knight, John Singleton (Unreleased Full Interview) Oct 27, 2024

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In 2017, the Outlawz sat down with VladTV around the release of 2Pac's biopic, "All Eyez on Me." Young Noble and E.D.I Mean criticized late director John Singleton over a scene he attempted to put in the film before he was let go. The two members also offered more details into the shooting between 2Pac and two Atlanta cops and offered clarity on the injuries 2Pac suffered from the Quad Studios shooting. The Outlawz addressed the particulars of 2Pac's business dealings with Death Row Records and detailed the night in Las Vegas where 2Pac was fatally shot.

Rotimi on Owing 50 Cent $300K, Playing 'Dre' on "Power", T.I., Jay-Z, G-Unit Oct 26, 2024

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Singer and actor Rotimi detailed his life and career in a new VladTV exclusive. Born to Nigerian immigrants, Rotimi described growing up in New Jersey and getting into music at an early. After performing as a wedding singer throughout his childhood, the performer joined a group with Jay-Z's nephews and started auditioning for the legendary rapper, hoping to secure a roster spot on Roc Nation. However, he was encouraged to go to college and continued to hone his craft from there. After graduating college, Rotimi's musical pursuits would take a detour once again as he found success by landing an acting role on Kelsey Grammer's "Boss." Rotimi would later gain interest from T.I.'s Grand Hustle label but pass on the opportunity and secure a breakout role on 50 Cent's "Power." Rotimi's role in "Power" gained him widespread recognition, as well as a deal on G-Unit. To hear about Rotimi's success since "Power," check out the full interview above.

Roc-a-Fella Artist Peedi Crakk Tells His Life Story (Unreleased Full Interview) Oct 26, 2024

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Peedi Crakk joined VladTV in 2016 for a discussion about his time on Roc-a-Fella and State Property. He explained how he came up with his stage name before revealing he and Freeway had formed a group before joining the State Property collective. Peedi also confirmed that his Roc-a-Fella deal was worth $600,000, and he detailed his interactions with Jay-Z. The Philly rapper also opened up about the conflict between Jay-Z and Cam'ron, as well as his involvement in Nas and Jay-Z's rap feud. Later in the interview, Peedi offered his opinion on why Roc-a-Fella eventually split and much more.

Lil Durk on Moving Out of Chicago, Fredo Santana Dying, Calling Himself Allah of Chicago, Leaving Def Jam (Flashback) Oct 25, 2024

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In this 2018 interview, Lil Durk, who is currently charged with a murder for hire, talks about moving out of Chicago, Fredo Santana dying, calling himself the Allah of Chicago, and leaving Def Jam.

Faith Evans on 2Pac, Biggie, Stevie J (Unreleased Full Interview) Oct 25, 2024

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Faith Evans sat down with VladTV in 2014 to talk about her career and time at Bad Boy Records. The singer grew up in the church and started singing at three years old. She perfected her craft by singing at weddings, funerals, retirement parties, building up a work ethic that would prepare her to impress Diddy enough to sign her after only one session. While speaking about her time at Bad Boy, she also opened up about her marriage to Biggie Smalls. She admitted to marrying Biggie after only a few months of knowing each other and fighting various mistresses throughout the marriage. Faith Evans also responded to accusations that she had an affair with 2Pac during his feud with Biggie. To hear more, view the full interview above.

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