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BG Knocc Out on Kendrick vs Drake, Keefe D, 2Pac, Baby Lane, Suge Knight, Eazy-E Jul 06, 2024

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BG Knocc Out returned for another VladTV exclusive with DJ Vlad. The West Coast veteran started by offering his thoughts on Kendrick Lamar and Drake's rap feud. He applauded the battle for creating excitement for Hip-Hop despite criticism for the feud escalating into unverified gossip and mudslinging. This caused BG to reflect on past battles, particularly feuds he was involved in such as the Death Row vs. Ruthless beef. BG Knocc Out downplayed the seriousness of Eazy-E's feud with Dr. Dre, claiming that there was genuine love between the two despite their public beef. He also responded to various claims in interviews made by Suge Knight before talking about prison dynamics. Throughout the rest of the interview, BG Knocc Out reflected on classic West Coast rap battles and much more.

Tony Rock Tells His Life Story Jul 05, 2024

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Comedian Tony Rock joined VladTV for an exclusive interview about his life and career. He talked about growing up in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, which was heavily impacted by the crack epidemic of the 1980s. As the younger brother of comedic legend Chris Rock, Tony recalled the challenges his brother endured due to bullying and racial hostility. After describing his relationship with Chris and Chris' success in show business, Tony explained his delayed entry into comedy. Throughout the interview, Tony Rock highlighted his career milestones, which included being a part of the main cast on Will Smith and Jada Pinkett's sitcom, "All of Us," hosting Jamie Foxx's "Apollo Live," and appearing in "Think Like a Man." The comedian also talked about brief feuds with other figures like Bow Wow and the late Charlie Murphy. Tony Rock also offered his thoughts on the infamous Oscars incident between Will Smith and Chris Rock. To hear more, check out the full interview above.

Lucchese Mafia Hitman Frankie Pasqua Tells His Violent Life Story (Flashback) Jul 04, 2024

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In this 2021 VladTV exclusive, Frankie Pasqua detailed his time as a former hitman for the Lucchese crime family. As a third-generation mobster, he explained why his family started with the Gambinos before switching to the Lucchese. Despite studying pre-med in college, Pasqua soon dropped out and helped run a prostitution ring in addition to providing protection for one of the Bonanno family's biggest drug dealers. He described his time in prison and his torture tactics and hits as a hitman. Pasqua also described how his father snitched on him before he himself ended up cooperating with the feds. After cooperating, Pasqua avoided a life sentence and served five years in prison due to drug charges. Check out the above interview to hear him describe his time as a mafia hitman.

Yungeen Ace on "Who I Smoke" and Possibility of Squashing Foolio Beef (Flashback) Jul 03, 2024

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IN 2021 Yungeen Ace returned for another VladTV exclusive, where he started off by explaining his collaboration with G Herbo and speaking on his friend King Von's death. He also explained how he got his recent hit, "Who I Smoke," cleared by Vanessa Carlton. Yungeen Ace also spoke on his feud with Foolio despite the two never seeing each other in person. He discussed the possibility of squashing the beef as well as the legal problems he's encountered in Jacksonville. After offering his thoughts on JayDaYoungan's string of controversial incidents, Yungeen Ace gave an update on his current and upcoming projects. Check out the above interview to hear more.

Diddy's Former Head of Security Roger Bonds on Abuse He Witnessed Jul 03, 2024

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Roger Bonds returned to VladTV to discuss details of his experience as Diddy's Head of Security for nearly 10 years. He explained that he was a part of Diddy's security detail from 2003 until 2012 before speaking about allegations related to Diddy's relationship with Kim Porter. After speaking about the alleged physical altercations between Diddy and Kim Porter, Roger Bonds talked about Diddy getting Kim Porter and Sarah Chapman pregnant around the same time before pursuing Cassie. Bonds pointed out the blurred lines between Diddy acting as Cassie's label boss versus as her lover before revealing Diddy's alleged violence against Cassie and other women. Throughout the rest of the interview, Roger Bonds opened up about the details in Cassie's lawsuit, Diddy's preferences, and much more.

Jorge Valdes on Being the Biggest Drug Dealer in America During the 70s & 80s (Flashback) Jul 01, 2024

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In this 2020 VladTV full interview, former Medallîn Cartel associate Jorge Valdes detailed his life in the drug world and explained what ultimately led him out of the game.

Genovese Mafia Hitman Anthony Arillotta Tells His Life Story (Flashback) Jun 30, 2024

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In 2021 Anthony Arillotta came through for his first-ever VladTV interview, where he spoke about growing up in Springfield, Massachusetts, and his father owning a successful produce business. He went on to detail his brushes with the law starting around 15 and escalating to a gun charge that landed him in prison by 21. Anthony also spoke about his association with the mob and becoming a made man with the Genovese Family, and how he found success in New York. During his time with the Genovese family, Anthony spoke about his ongoing brushes with the law and how he was taken down by the feds. To hear more, including regretting joining the mob, hit the full interview above.

Keefe D's 2nd & Final Interview on 2Pac, Suge Knight, Biggie. Eazy-E, Mike Tyson, Orlando Anderson (Flashback) Jun 29, 2024

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In 2023 Keefe D came through for his 2nd VladTV interview, and he started off speaking about parts of his early life that he didn’t cover in his previous interview, including having six brothers and six sisters. Speaking more about his younger years, Keefe D detailed becoming a South Side Compton Crip when he was in middle school, and he also spoke about being childhood friends with Suge Knight. During the discussion, Keefe D spoke about his nephew Orlando Anderson and his aspirations to become a rapper and watching the formation of Death Row Records. Keefe also spoke about a shooting incident involving Snoop Dogg and 2Pac, and he also addressed claims that Reggie Wright made about him. Moving along, Keefe spoke about seeing things at a Hollywood party with Will Smith and Jada Pinkett, 2Pac, MC Lyte, and Queen Latifah that didn’t sit right with him. The conversation also detailed Keefe D speaking about Orlando being beat up at the MGM, the 2Pac shooting, and comparisons to King Von and 2Pac’s deaths. To hear more, including Keefe speaking about running into Suge after 2Pac’s death, and his beef with Boosie, hit the full interview above.

Yungeen Ace Tells His Life Story (Flashback) Jun 28, 2024

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In this VladTV flashback, Yungeen Ace detailed the shooting in his hometown of Jacksonville, FL that claimed the lives of his brother and two close friends. Yungeen Ace opened up about the trauma of witnessing people close to him die and how he's using that tragedy as fuel for his career.

Foolio on Surviving Multiple Shootings (Flashback) Jun 28, 2024

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Foolio returned to VladTV in 2022 to offer an update on a variety of topics. During the interview, Foolio's arrest was mentioned, but the rapper explained that he didn't want to speak about it. He provided an update on his label situation and explained why he didn't sign to Gucci Mane. The Jacksonville artist gave his opinion on Florida's status in the rap game before commenting on various dangerous rap beefs. Foolio also addressed his own situation and how he was able to survive the two different shootings that occurred after his first VladTV interview. Foolio passed away this past weekend after he was allegedly targeted in a fatal shooting.

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