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VladTV is the world leader in hard-hitting interviews with rappers, actors, professional athletes, gangsters, politicians, singers, business leaders and everything in between. Updated daily. Become a Member to get interviews up to a month early and ad-free.

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01:14:09

Apollonia on Prince, Purple Rain, Rick James, Vanity,...

VladTV ·

2024/11/07

Famed entertainer Apollonia came through for her first-ever VladTV interview, where she detailed getting into acting and appearing on big network TV shows and then being in various music videos. From there, Apollonia spoke about working on Prince’s “Purple Rain” movie and feeling like she was rich after being paid $3,000- and she admits she hasn’t received many royalties from the film. Speaking more about Prince, Apollonia stated that they never had a romantic relationship, and she added that the

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00:26:30

Lil Durk on Beef with Game & Tyga, Nunu Killed After...

VladTV ·

2024/11/06

Lil Durk discussed various topics during this 2014 sit-down with VladTV. He talked about his issues with Tyga and The Game, which resulted in a tense face-off between Durk and the latter. He revealed that the feud with Game was squashed shortly afterward and explained that his beef with Tyga was sparked by a line about Blac Chyna and a feature verse. Later in the interview, Durk talked about the passing of his cousin Nunu, who Durk had signed just two days prior.

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00:47:50

Juvenile on Cash Money, Young Buck, Soulja Slim, DMX,...

VladTV ·

2024/11/05

Juvenile came through for his first-ever VladTV interview, and he started off by detailing his early life growing up in the projects of New Orleans and seeing a lot of violence before he was a teenager. He then detailed his brief time in the streets, which he realized wasn’t for him and led to him fully focusing on his music career. Moving along, Juvenile explained how he first linked up with Cash Money and convinced them to pay him to quit a good-paying, blue-collar job to pursue a career as an

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02:53:07

Lance "Un" Rivera on Getting Stabbed by Jay-Z,...

VladTV ·

2024/11/04

In this 2023 full-length interview, executive music producer/film director Lance "Un" Rivera looks back on some of his fondest memories growing up with a large family in Brooklyn, New York, during the 70s and 80s. The long-time friend of the late Notorious B.I.G. explains that he misbehaved so badly that his mother placed him in a boys' home from the age of 12 to 16 years old. From there, he details the horrific dynamics involved with living in close quarters with some of the area's most hardened

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01:57:03

Former WWE Wrestler Maven Tells His Life Story

VladTV ·

2024/11/03

Former WWE superstar and YouTuber Maven Huffman offered VladTV a look into his life and career. He explained he was conceived during an extramarital affair, which led to his biological father being absent from his life and Maven being adopted by his uncle and aunt after his mom took her own life. The former wrestler described his failed attempt at a baseball career before becoming a middle school teacher. However, Maven took a chance on himself and joined WWE's reality competition show, "Tough

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01:14:11

Mystikal Tells His Life Story (Flashback)

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2024/11/03

In this 2021 VladTV full interview, Mystikal sat down and detailed moments in his career and life. The rapper spoke about his beginnings in New Orleans, and how his first record deal was for $500. From there, he spoke about his time with on No Limit Records, and the issues he faced with blossoming rival label Cash Money Records. Mystikal then talked about his success after he and No Limit parted ways, and also talked about his time in jail, although he notes he was innocent. Mystikal revealed that

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01:04:52

Damian Marley on 2Pac & Bob Marley Comparisons, Album...

VladTV ·

2024/11/02

Damian Marley, the youngest son of reggae icon, Bob Marley, and a viable star in his own light sat down with DJ Vlad to speak on his dad's legacy, the impact of Rastafarianism on his life, and what it's like working with Nas and Jay-Z in 2017.He begins by discussing his father's legacy, though Jr. Gong was only 2 when he passed, and why the Marley descendants have a knack, for music. He speaks on the social impact Bob's music has and why 2Pac may be the only artist to have such a powerful effect

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01:01:36

G Herbo on Overcoming Lean Addiction, Lil Bibby, Rico...

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2024/11/01

In 2016, G Herbo joined VladTV and spoke about the state of Drill Music. The Chicago rapper admitted that he couldn't accurately comment on the state and future of the genre. He also talked about working with Rico Recklezz after Rico dissed him on a song. G Herbo also reflected on his interactions with police and revealed he had been assaulted by cops as a minor. Later in the interview, he addressed his past addiction to lean, chain-snatching incidents, wanting to buy his old neighborhood and

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02:19:34

Trap Lore Ross on Lil Durk, Quando Rondo, King Von,...

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2024/11/01

Trap Lore Ross returned to VladTV to discuss his recent projects and multiple rap topics. The YouTuber spoke about the Young Dolph trial, the origins of Dolph's beef with Yo Gotti, and violence that followed the late rapper's passing. He also discussed recent developments in the Young Thug trial before breaking down the events that led to Foolio's death. The documentary filmmaker discussed the various controversies surrounding Diddy and his documentary about Jay-Z's alleged mistress. Later in the

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01:31:38

Touré on Diddy, Jay-Z, Kendrick, Drake, Nas, Jaguar...

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2024/10/31

Music journalist Touré returned to VladTV to discuss a number of music and political topics. The famed writer started by offering his thoughts on Diddy's legal drama. He also detailed his experiences with Diddy and the music mogul's history of troubling behavior, including being threatened by the Bad Boy founder and Diddy assaulting his son's football coach. Touré broke down Cassie's history and struggles with Diddy before talking about Jaguar Wright's appearance on Piers Morgan, Jay-Z, Dame Dash,

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00:49:17

Toosii on Drake, Friends Killing His Grandpa, Most...

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2024/10/31

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

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01:27:39

2X World Series Champ Jose Canseco on Madonna, A-Rod...

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2024/10/31

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

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01:59:08

Deon Cole on New Netflix Special, Eddie Murphy,...

VladTV ·

2024/10/30

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

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01:29:19

Gambino Mafia Associate Anthony "Hootie" Russo...

VladTV ·

2024/10/28

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

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01:06:54

03 Greedo on Joining Crips, Calling J Cole "Lame",...

VladTV ·

2024/10/28

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.

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01:00:04

The Outlawz on 2Pac Quad & Atlanta Shooting, Suge...

VladTV ·

2024/10/27

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

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01:57:09

Rotimi on Owing 50 Cent $300K, Playing 'Dre' on...

VladTV ·

2024/10/26

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

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00:59:18

Roc-a-Fella Artist Peedi Crakk Tells His Life Story...

VladTV ·

2024/10/26

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

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00:42:53

Lil Durk on Moving Out of Chicago, Fredo Santana...

VladTV ·

2024/10/25

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.

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00:33:14

Faith Evans on 2Pac, Biggie, Stevie J (Unreleased...

VladTV ·

2024/10/25

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

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