Noir Nation, things just took a sharp left for Chris Brown as his highly anticipated “Breezy Bowl Tour” kicks off overseas. According to multiple trending reports, the R&B hitmaker was arrested in Manchester, England early this morning — and the situation is tied to a violent nightclub incident from 2023.
🔁 Arrest Reportedly Linked To London Nightclub Assault
Sources say CB was taken into custody by Manchester police upon arrival into the UK, stemming from an alleged altercation that took place at Tape nightclub in London’s upscale Mayfair district last year, reports USA TODAY.
The alleged victim, music producer Abe Diaw, claims the singer attacked him during a chaotic night out — and the details are disturbing.
According to Diaw, Chris Brown allegedly smashed a bottle of Don Julio 1942 over his head before unleashing a violent attack that included multiple punches and kicks. He says the assault left him unconscious and seriously injured on the club floor.
🧑🏾⚖️ Legal Fallout Looming?
While CB has not released a public statement at this time, reports indicate that the UK authorities are investigating whether criminal charges will be formally pursued. It’s unclear if his current tour schedule will be impacted, but fans are already raising concerns about potential delays or cancellations.
🗣️ Social Media Is Buzzing
News of the arrest has already lit up the timeline, with fans debating both the validity of the claims and Brown’s history with legal drama. Some are expressing disappointment, while others say they’ll wait for the facts before passing judgment.
“Not again… Chris can’t catch a break or stay out of drama,” one fan tweeted. “This man has too much talent to be in headlines like this,” another added.
🚨 What’s Next?
As of now, Chris Brown is believed to be cooperating with authorities. If official charges are filed, he may be required to appear in court before continuing with his international tour dates.
We’ll keep y’all updated as more facts emerge. But one thing’s for sure—this isn’t the tour launch Chris or Team Breezy hoped for. Stay tapped in, Noir Nation — we’ll be tracking every development.
TheGrio Green Book is a modern-day twist on the historic African American Green Book, which guided Black travelers to welcoming and safe places across the country. We continue this tradition with hope, joy, and the will to explore places that were once only dreams for our ancestors or places where our diasporic roots run deep.These are our tips, reviews, and advice for #TravelingWhileBlack.
If you’re visiting Portugal for the first time and landing in Lisbon, the country’s capital city, choosing the right hotel is key for starting things off on the right foot. Lisbon (or Lisboa as the locals call it) is a bustling vibey metropolis, which borders the water and has seven large hills in the heart of the action.
While numerous lodging options range from AirBNBs to super cheap hostels, if you’re looking for peace of mind, picking a hotel is a very solid choice. Among all the hotels in the city, the Internacional Design Hotel (IDH), a four-star boutique property in the city with a “clean and safe” rating from Portugal’s tourism board, is a standout.
TheGrio reviewed IDH during a recent stop in Lisbon and found five reasons it’s a great pick for travelers on the go.
Location, Location, Location Located in the heart of Lisbon’s historic Rossio Square (a.k.a plaza D. Pedro IV), IDH sits at the center of the action, surrounded by stunning vintage buildings with modern shops like Nike, Mango, and MaxMara just down the street. Zara, a favorite for American travelers, is directly across from the entrance from the hotel if you need to run a get a cute outfit for a night out on the town.
If you’re unfamiliar with Lisbon and nervous about exploring, rest assured—there’s plenty to see just steps away.
The hotel sits at the corner of bustling cobblestone streets, with one strip that is closed to cars, and filled with sit-down restaurants, souvenir shops, and landmarks like the Arco da Rua Augusta. Other districts like Chiado, Bairro Alto and the famous St. George’s Castle are all easy to get to (and in the case of the castle, right within your view).
No guide or map is needed if you don’t have one—you’re in the middle of it all.
A view from the upper floors of Internacional Design Hotel.
Comfort and Creative Design As its name suggests, the Internacional Design Hotel delivers on aesthetics. Staff welcome you behind a chic emerald green-tiled lobby desk, with bright artwork on display.
Despite the historic exterior, the hotel offers a trendy boutique vibe—a contrast to massive hotel chains. Instead of crowded lobbies and elevators, expect a single stylish lift that fits three people comfortably.
Rooms are artistic and well-equipped with a standard layout, desk, TV, mini-bar, and tall ceilings. Bathrooms are modern, featuring full-length showers. We stayed in a standard room but if you need more room, suites are available and have great ratings.
Editor’s Note: Unlike most American hotels, the mini-bar prices were surprisingly affordable. Snacks and drinks won’t send your bill soaring.
Another perk? Large bath towels and hand towels (instead of tiny washcloths common in U.S. hotels). If you prefer a smaller cloth, ask the front desk or bring your own.
A standard room bed at Internacional Design Hotel in Lisbon, Portugal.
Tasty Brunch Right Downstairs IDH features Bastardo, a restaurant and bar on the first floor with a delicious breakfast spread to start your day. The price is an extremely affordable 15 euros.
In true Portuguese fashion, the baked goods shine. Expect mini pancakes, croissants, toast, bagels, muffins, apple danishes, and the beloved pastel de nata (Portuguese egg tart). Flaky, sweet, and light—it’s a must-try and present everywhere you go in Portugal.
The menu also includes scrambled eggs, bacon (note: it’s more like thin, fried ham than American bacon), cereal, milk, juices, tea, and espresso.
Glass walls provide a full street view while you dine—perfect for people-watching (and getting a friendly nod from fellow Black travelers passing by as we did).
Modern Convenience in a Historic City Need contact solution at midnight? We tried it out and Uber Eats delivered it in under 20 minutes. That’s how central IDH is.
When it was time to head to the airport, Ubers and cabs were available right outside too, and we got to Lisbon’s airport in about 20 minutes.
Wi-Fi worked reliably from the lobby onward, and nearby shops offered European adapters for U.S. chargers.
Even if the city feels new to you as a traveler, the hotel offers comfort, ease, and a sense of home.
The breakfast buffet at the Internacional Design Hotel is very Portuguese, while also being accessible to international travelers’ tastes.
Old-World Charm Meets Living History There’s something transportive about the square IDH is located in. While America may be known the “new world,” Lisbon’s layers of history are impossible to ignore.
After a devastating earthquake, tsunami, and fire hit the city in a single day in the 1755, Lisbon had to rebuild—and it did so beautifully.
The surrounding architecture is both elegant and neat, and reminders of Portugal’s colonial past embodied in statues to past rulers and explorers invite reflection and true learning.
With the city being built on seven hills, Lisbon is truly a walking city full of winding alleys, hand-laid tiles, and breathtaking views. It makes staying at the Internacional Design Hotel that much more appealing because you don’t need a car or expensive transportation to get around and see what Portugal’s capital has to offer.
Our rating?
We found Lisbon, Portugal to be diverse, welcoming, and vibrant—with a quiet peace beneath the energy in the city centers. Internacional Design Hotel is a convenient retreat after a day of exploring and officially, Grio Green Book-certified.
Photo: Alex Slitz/Getty Images; DDreps / The Assouline Team
Carmelo Anthony might’ve hung up his jersey, but his real estate game is still making headlines. And now one of his former properties is up for grabs—but only if you’re willing to dish out big bucks!
The former NBA star’s lavish Manhattan apartment is officially up for grabs, and let’s just say—it’s giving luxury on luxury. Located on the iconic Fifth Avenue, this 4,000-square-foot stunner boasts five bedrooms, four bathrooms, and some of the best Central Park views money can buy. Some of the amenities, per Robb Report, include a private elevator, heated floors in the primary suite, and a vibe so elite you’d swear you were stepping into a GQ shoot.
Originally purchased while he was playing for the New York Knicks years ago, the space is as sleek and stylish as the baller himself and can be yours…for $43,000 a month. With high ceilings, oversized windows, and all the upscale finishes your Zillow dreams are made of, it’s clear this isn’t just any old listing.
Keep reading to see what all this high-end home has to offer!
Noir Nation, this just in—Halle Bailey has taken a powerful step to protect her peace and her baby. In a major update to the explosive allegations against her ex-boyfriend and YouTuber-rapper DDG, a judge has officially granted Halle temporary physical and legal custody of their son, Halo.
⚖️ Legal Protection Now in Place
According to new court filings and confirmed reports from PEOPLE, Halle was also granted a temporary restraining order that requires DDG to remain at least 100 yards away from both her and their child. Halle also asked the judge to order her ex-boyfriend not be allowed visitation with his son. Instead, she requested that DDG be given supervised visits with a professional company once a week for six hours while Halo is in Los Angeles.
This comes after disturbing accusations surfaced earlier this week, in which Halle alleged repeated incidents of physical abuse, some reportedly witnessed by baby Halo himself.
Halle has requested that DDG be prohibited from taking Halo outside of Los Angeles. She’s stated that DDG has often threatened to abduct Halo and hide him from her.
The documents detail a troubling incident from January, where DDG allegedly became violent during a visitation exchange, prompting Halle to seek legal protection for herself and their son.
📆 What Happens Next?
The next court hearing is officially scheduled for June 4th, where a judge will determine whether to extend or modify the current custody and protection orders. Until then, Halle retains sole decision-making authority over Halo’s care, education, and medical needs.
🗣️ Social Media Reacts
As expected, the internet is buzzing with support and speculation. Many fans are praising Halle for prioritizing her safety and speaking up:
“Proud of Halle for doing what’s best for her and her baby. Praying for her peace.” “This is heartbreaking, but I’m glad she’s taking legal action. Nobody deserves that.”
Meanwhile, DDG has yet to publicly address the custody ruling—but earlier this week, he reacted live on stream after learning about the restraining order in real-time.
👑 A Mother Protecting Her Own
Halle says that she has tried everything to avoid having to lean on the courts for assistance but she has reached her breaking point.
“I realize that there is no placating Darryl. I cannot allow this abuse any longer. I cannot keep living like this,” Halle says. “I never know when he is going to demand our son to be in his mother’s care and whether I will be subjected to his threats and abuse.”
This development marks a serious turn in what’s shaping up to be one of the most public celebrity custody battles of the year. Halle, known for her quiet grace, is now navigating the legal system while balancing life as a new mother and international star.
Noir Nation, we’ll be watching closely as this story unfolds. Our prayers are with baby Halo and Halle as they move forward.
They’ve lost the parentheses. They’ve lost the “G.” Now they’re dropping jaws.
Internationally revered K-pop sensation i-dle, once (G)I-DLE, officially changed the world with the drop of their blistering hot new mini-album [We are]. The six-song set hit today with a bang at the forefront of the fearless, confident, and genre-pushing spotlight single “Good Thing,” which hit with a jaw-dropping music video already well on its way to going viral.
The era of i-dle 2.0 is here, and it’s not quiet.
Rebirth: The Name Change That Shattered Gender Norms
Seven years of sound experimentation, visual innovation, and global success on, the group unveiled a hushed but earth-shattering change this month: the removal of the “G” from their name and the parentheses that have enclosed it. It is not a gimmick; it is a manifesto.
“The ‘G’ being absent means that gender no longer limits us, while the removal of the parentheses announces limitless future.” i-dle, with a lineup currently including MIYEON, MINNIE, SOYEON, YUQI and SHUHUA, no longer simply marks a new beginning but, in fact the whole book-that is, as if a New Rules for Rewriting the Old Game.
[We are]: A Mini Album With Maximal Impact
The new album [We are] is their debut under their new name and a reflection of their continued evolution. It’s confident, ballsy, and filled with attitude, a sonic declaration of independence from the industry rules they never had much desire to observe.
Full Tracklist:
Good Thing
Girlfriend
Love Tease
Chain
Unstoppable
If You Want
Every track is saturated with the band’s distinctive blend of genre-defying, ballsy womanhood, and razor-sharp self-production: a combination that has rendered them one of the most respected and admired K-pop groups of their generation.
The group’s lead single, “Good Thing,” gets underway with lively production, precise choreography, and a bold visual affirmation that announces the group’s new personality. The music video, available everywhere now, is a no-holds-barred party of power, glamour, and rebellion.
Watch the official “Good Thing” music video:
Self-Made, Self-Written, and Self-Defined
While the majority of K-pop groups have built their kingdoms playing the game and not necessarily having the rulebook, i-dle has been doing the opposite. Since their explosive debut in 2018 with LATATA, the group has taken creative control into their own hands. Group member SOYEON, who is widely known as a creative genius, has served as the group’s lead producer, and members YUQI and MINNIE have also contributed their writing and composing abilities to projects.
With numerous #1 singles in South Korea, seven Top 10 Billboard World Albums, and more than 6.8 million monthly listeners on Spotify, their discography enjoys a huge following. The band has accumulated more than 6 billion YouTube views and millions of fans across social media from Seoul to Sydney to San Francisco.
Their 2023 full-length album, I Feel, topped the charts. Their follow-up LP, 2, shattered expectations, selling over one million copies in under 48 hours, making them the fifth highest-selling K-pop girl group in history upon its initial release.
The World Tour That Shook the Globe
Not only is i-dle streaming dominating group charting, but the group is dominating with brute force. Their I-dol World Tour sold out venues in Asia, Australia, and North America in cities such as Seoul, Hong Kong, Sydney, and a host of US cities. K-pop fans – a.k.a. Neverland- have been among the most die-hard about their K-pop idols, showing unrelenting support and cultural influence.
As reported by USA Today, i-dle is defined by “unique tracks and concepts that underscore the multi-faceted nature of each member,” and GRAMMY.com stated, “Breaking stereotypes has always been i-dle’s main drive.”
A New Chapter on Their Own Terms
With [We are], i-dle released not only a mini-album but a manifesto of war against the limits. It’s not a comeback; it’s a rebirth.
They proved once again in this, just how they’re not part of the K-pop landscape – they are architects reshaping its future.
We are streaming everywhere now.
More music. More visuals. More power. More from i-dle very soon.
Singer and model Cassie Ventura’s mother, Regina Ventura, took the witness stand today in the federal criminal sex trafficking case against hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs.
Regina Ventura, who first met Combs in 2006 when Cassie Ventura signed with Combs’ record label, testified that she feared for her daughter’s safety, following alleged threats made by Combs to release Cassie Ventura’s sex tapes, according to CNN.
“The sex tapes threw me,” Regina Ventura stated in court. “I did not know the other person, but knew that he was going to try to hurt my daughter.”
Around the same time, Combs allegedly reached out to Regina Ventura for $20,000 that he had spent previously on Cassie Ventura. While the defense argued that Combs allegedly gave the money back five days later, Regina Ventura testified that the only way she and her husband could afford that was to take a home equity loan.
Regina Ventura also showed the jurors photographs from December 2011 that she took of her daughter after Combs allegedly physically assaulted her to make sure the moment was ‘memorialized.’
David James, who started his testimony on Monday, continued on Tuesday morning, testifying that while he never directly observed physical violence between Combs and Cassie Ventura, he did allegedly witness Combs take drugs and give them to friends. James even testified that once, Combs allegedly took ecstasy shaped like President Barack Obama’s face, Reuters reported.
As part of his duties, James testified that he was responsible for stocking and organizing hotel rooms for the music mogul, ensuring they contained items such as baby oil, condoms and AstroGlide. He further stated that he was instructed not to submit these purchases for company reimbursement, as they were items Combs didn’t want to have a record for.’
James later testified that after encountering Combs’ rival, Marion “Suge” Knight, at a diner, Combs allegedly ordered him to return to the location in search of Knight– while holding three guns on his lap. Shortly after, in May 2009, James left Combs’ company.
The second-to-last witness to testify on Tuesday was Sharay Hayes, a male escort. He said he had participated in sexual encounters with Combs and Cassie Ventura eight to 12 times.
Hayes met the couple in 2021 while working as an exotic dancer. He testified that Ventura initially contacted him, requesting his services for herself and “her husband.” Only after the first encounter, Hayes said, did he realize the husband was Combs. The only thing Hayes knew about the husband prior was that he gave ‘subtle instructions’ the first time around.
The last to testify on Tuesday was special agent Gerard Gannon. Gannon was in charge on the ground for the search of Combs’ Miami Beach home in March 2024. Since the search was tied to a human trafficking investigation, Gannon was assigned the case, he said.
Gannon detailed the search, including the fact that 80 to 90 law enforcement agents participated in the search due to the size of the property, with some stationed on boats to intercept any attempted departures from the property. Gannon testified that they searched the home after 3 p.m. when Combs was scheduled to leave on a trip with his family.
In the search, Gannon testified that agents found parts of AR-15s, loaded magazines and other items such as high heels, sex toys, baby oil, personal lubricant and lingerie in the closet.
Gannon will continue his testimony on Wednesday morning.
The viral video of Denzel Washington confronting the photographer who tested his patience at Cannes continues to pull comments on social media, but now we have a good idea of what he actually said.
Denzel Washington Reacts to Oscar Buzz Over Gladiator II
As we previously reported, the Oscar-winning actor was grabbed by the arm not once but twice by a photographer who tried to forcefully get the actor to stand for a picture. Since we can’t hear what the “Training Day” star said, deaf lip reader Jackie G has spilled the tea on Washington’s response.
At the premiere of his new film, while on the red carpet with director Spike Lee and co-star A$AP Rocky, 70-year-old Washington was interrupted by a photographer, who reportedly grabbed Washington’s arm, leading Washington to point and tell him to stop.
In the video, the photographer seemingly pulls Washington’s arm the first time to get his attention but that’s when you can see the actor’s smile drop. He then walks towards the cameraman, and according to Jackie G, says: “Hey, you’re the one who grabbed me, right? Let me tell you something. Stop. You ever put your hands on me again, and that’ll be–I’m warning you. You heard me right? Okay.”
As if that first warning wasn’t enough, the photographer went for round two of his mess around and find out antics, but Washington returned with more vigor.
“Stop. Stop. Stop. You got me? Stop,” Jackie G suggests Washington said before successfully freeing himself from the photographers grip.
Denzel’s rep told E! News in a statement that the incident had no effect on a “great evening.”
The comments under the TikTok video were not so understanding, filled with fans defending Washington against the photographer.
“He handled that remarkably well. That dude was way out of line,” wrote one TikTok user.
“The way the tendons of his neck show exactly how much anger he is suppressing here. That man got off easy,” wrote another.
“Yeah this is what the people needed. Denzel wasn’t playing but you ever notice how they never seem to lose a job for this? Embarrassing for Cannes. France cannot just be this,” wrote another.
Other fans had smoke for what looked like an intentional provocation from the photographer:
“That man laughing in my face would send me over the edge,” wrote one user.
“I think they want to push them to make a scene, it’s sad really,” said another.
Luckily, Denzel remained cool—smiled and walked away.
Noir Nation, Cassie is holding nothing back as she continues her explosive testimony against music mogul #Diddy—and the latest revelations have the courtroom and the internet in complete shock.
The singer took the stand today and pulled back the curtain on what she described as a “dark, chaotic” relationship riddled with control, emotional strain, and substance abuse.
🥀 A Love Triangle & Lingering Pain
Cassie revealed that one of the biggest emotional weights she carried during her time with Diddy was tied to his ongoing devotion to the late #KimPorter, who he often referred to as “the love of his life.”
During the hearing, jurors were presented with personal messages exchanged between the two in 2013, where Cassie confessed her emotional exhaustion and feelings of invisibility.
“I’ve been at the edge of tears this whole week,” Cassie wrote. “I don’t think that you sympathize with my feelings… They’ve never known you and Kim to be together. Unless there’s something that I just don’t know about. They were babies when we started dating.”
She went on to say she often felt like “the side piece”, never being invited to family events or fully embraced in Diddy’s personal life—even while publicly appearing to be his partner.
💊 Drug Addiction & A Terrifying Overdose
In one of the most shocking parts of her testimony, Cassie revealed that both she and Diddy battled drug addiction, with the relationship descending into dangerous territory.
She shared that Diddy even overdosed at one point, forcing them both to confront how deeply they’d fallen into the grip of substance abuse.
😵 Freak Offs & Emotional Absences
As if things weren’t wild enough, Cassie testified that Diddy once walked out of a full-blown “freak off”—a term used to describe alleged group sex encounters—just to go be with Kim Porter. The moment reportedly left her confused and deeply hurt.
Combs’ Estevao: If you saw him on social media on vacation with, it was heartbreaking?
Ventura: It could be. I was seven years in…
Estevao: And what about this, about Gina… You wrote, I don’t want to be a side piece. But I’ll treat you as a king
💔 Struggling To Bond With The Family
Cassie also claimed she never felt welcomed by Diddy’s children and struggled for years to build any kind of bond with them. She says her presence was often minimized, and her attempts to connect were “shut down” by the music mogul, reports ABC News.
🎤 What’s Next?
Noir Nation, the courtroom has been hanging on every word—and with testimony this intense, it’s clear the case is only heating up. As Cassie continues to share painful memories, the public is left piecing together the disturbing layers of what was once seen as a glamorous Hollywood relationship.
We’ll keep you updated with more testimony as it’s revealed.
Dr. Valerie Camille Jones Ford, a distinguished educator and member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., has been inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame—becoming one of only five educators honored nationwide this year and just the fourth inductee ever from the state of Georgia.
A member of the sorority’s Mu Pi Chapter initiated at Spelman College, Dr. Jones Ford was selected from hundreds of nominees across the country. Her induction recognizes decades of excellence in education, mentorship, and leadership in the classroom.
The surprise announcement took place at the Ron Clark Academy, where Dr. Jones Ford currently teaches, with the help of CBS News correspondent David Begnaud and the CBS Mornings team. Surrounded by students, colleagues, and family, she was visibly moved by the honor.
In celebration of her induction, both Dr. Jones Ford and the Ron Clark Academy were surprised with a $20,000 gift from Canva, as aired during the CBS Mornings broadcast.
Dr. Jones Ford’s path in education began at Spelman College, where she earned her degree in Mathematics. She went on to receive advanced degrees in Mathematics Education from Georgia State University and Columbia University. Her professional credentials include certifications in elementary education, middle grades mathematics, 7–12 mathematics, educational leadership, instructional supervision, and gifted education.
A passionate advocate for academic excellence, Dr. Jones Ford has dedicated her career to inspiring students and shaping the future of education. This honor not only celebrates her decades of service but also elevates her as a national symbol of educational excellence and dedication.
There are certain moments in sports history that stay burned into the collective memory of the world. For Evander Holyfield, that moment happened in 1997 when Mike Tyson famously bit his ear during their hotly anticipated rematch. But now, nearly three decades later, the boxing legend’s daughter, Eve Holyfield, has gone viral for showing that even the most painful memories can be transformed into iconic, hilarious moments.
On May 18, 2025, Eve Holyfield posted a TikTok that had the internet in stitches. For once, it wasn’t because of what happened in the ring but what happened in the living room.
“Let Me Bite Your Ear”: Eve Holyfield’s TikTok Makes History Fun Again
In the TikTok clip, Eve can be seen vibing, and we mean vibing, to Big Yavo’s song Webbie Flow, specifically a bar that fans immediately connected to the most infamous fight in boxing:
“Btch, I was broke, I hurt my wrist, I had to ice this btch / Baby, you so fine, let me bite your ear, I’m on some Tyson sht.”*
As the song blared through the speakers, Eve swayed and lip-synced with full confidence, cheekily embracing the lyrical reference to her father’s trauma. Sitting next to her was none other than Evander Holyfield himself, initially stone-faced, stoic, and clearly unfazed. But then came the twist. After a long pause of veteran-level deadpan, the champ broke into laughter.
The moment was pure gold. And the internet knew it.
From Carnage to Cannabis: A Bite Heard Around the World
To understand why this lighthearted moment landed so hard, rewind to June 28, 1997. That night changed boxing history forever.
During the third round of the rematch between Evander Holyfield and Mike Tyson at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Tyson, already frustrated by what he believed were illegal headbutts, stunned the world by biting Holyfield’s ear. Not once. Twice.
As referee Mills Lane disqualified Tyson, chaos erupted. Fans screamed. Officials panicked. And Evander, bloodied and shaken, was rushed to the hospital. According to FOX Sports, Tyson later defended his actions, saying:
“What am I to do? This is my career. I can’t continue getting butted like that. I got children to raise and this guy keeps butting me, trying to cut me. I gotta retaliate.”
The fallout was brutal. The Nevada State Athletic Commission fined Tyson $3 million, lost his boxing license, and effectively exiled him from the sport for over a year. Holyfield, meanwhile, became a global symbol of discipline and composure and gained a not-so-wanted reputation as the man with the most famous ear in sports.
“Time Tells”: Evander’s Classy Response and Icy Resilience
In the years since Evander Holyfield has handled the incident with the dignity and patience that defines his career. When asked if he accepted Tyson’s eventual apology, he responded with characteristic grace:
“Well, I accepted his apology but when you look at it, is the person sincere? Only time tells that as well.”
But in a shocking twist that could only happen in 2020s America, the two former rivals later reconciled and even started a business venture together: cannabis edibles. Yes, you read that right. The earbiter and the bitten teamed up to make weed gummies, including one appropriately named “Holy Ears.”
The Internet Reacts: “This is Peak Comedy”
TikTok and Twitter (now X) lit up within hours of Eve’s post. Fans praised Holyfield for his sense of humor and applauded Eve for showing the world how to reclaim an iconic family trauma with flair.
“Evander laughing at that line? That’s HEALING,” one fan tweeted. “Eve Holyfield understood the assignment. That’s how you turn a moment into a meme,” another wrote.
Others were simply stunned to see Evander, a man once defined by stoic intensity, crack a smile over something so absurdly painful.
“1997: chaos, blood, scandal. 2025: vibing with your daughter to a song about it. Growth.”
A Lesson in Legacy: From Pain to Pop Culture
What makes Eve Holyfield’s video so striking isn’t just the reference or the reaction. It’s humanity. It’s the daughter of a sports icon reclaiming a piece of family history and the father showing that he’s not just a fighter in the ring but one in life, too.
He didn’t just survive one of the wildest moments in boxing. He laughed at it on TikTok.
And in 2025, that might just be the sweetest victory of all.
