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Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
Nia Long is set to star as Katherine Jackson, Michael Jackson's mother, in an upcoming biopic directed by Antoine Fuqua. The film will also feature Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson and Michael's nephew, Jaafar Jackson, portraying the late superstar. The movie is expected to be released in April 2025, and Nia Long will also be sharing her own life story in an upcoming memoir.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TMZ
Actress Nia Long has secured a monthly child support payment of $32,500 from her ex, NBA coach Ime Udoka, as well as a majority of the parenting time for their child, following their split in 2022. The custody agreement grants Nia sole physical custody with reasonable visitation for Ime, reflecting their respective financial situations and accommodating Ime's frequent travel with the Houston Rockets. The settlement, previously agreed upon by the couple, has now been officially approved by the court.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TMZ
A man claiming to be actress Nia Long's son was arrested in Santa Monica for assaulting a stranger with a tent pole. The imposter initially provided Nia's son's name and birth month and day, but got the year wrong. His true identity was revealed during the booking process. The police suspect he obtained the information from social media, but Nia's actual son was not involved. The imposter is currently in jail on charges of assault with a deadly weapon and false impersonation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
Rapper Jeezy opens up about his divorce from Jeannie Mai, expressing disappointment and a commitment to self-love. He reveals that therapy was attempted but ultimately unsuccessful in saving their marriage. Jeezy also discusses his role as a father and his desire for his children to know that he is a great person. Actress Nia Long joins the conversation, sharing her own experience with a rocky relationship and her decision to prioritize self-love over maintaining a family unit. She discusses the support she received from the Black community during her public split.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Atlanta Black Star
Actress Nia Long has sparked speculation among fans with a cryptic tweet about signing non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), leading many to believe it is related to her ex-fiancé Ime Udoka's cheating scandal. Long and Udoka recently ended their over-a-decade-long relationship, and Long has been addressing false narratives about seeking revenge. She has filed for primary custody of their son and criticized the organization Udoka worked for, while fans eagerly await details in her upcoming memoir.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
Actress Nia Long publicly called out her ex-fiancé Ime Udoka's alleged mistress, Kathleen Lynch, by name on social media, while also criticizing the Boston Celtics for their handling of the cheating scandal that occurred a year ago. Long shared a video discussing the dismissal of Black women's pain and received support from celebrities like Snoop Dogg. She previously criticized the Celtics for not checking in on her and her children after the affair became public. Long recently filed for primary custody of their son, claiming that Udoka is failing to support him.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Nia Long's ex-husband, Ime Udoka, is launching a custody battle for joint custody of their 11-year-old son, Kez, just weeks after Nia filed for full custody. Udoka is asking for joint physical and legal custody, while Nia wants full custody with visitation rights for Udoka. The couple's breakup has been marred by allegations of cheating on Udoka's part. The custody battle will likely be contentious, with Nia hiring a celebrity attorney, Samantha Spector. The final decision will be made by a judge or through private mediation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Entertainment Tonight
Actress Nia Long has filed legal documents seeking primary custody of her 11-year-old son, alleging that her ex, NBA head coach Ime Udoka, has failed to provide support. Long wants legal and physical custody but also requests reasonable visitation for Udoka. The judge has yet to make a ruling, and Udoka has not responded. This comes after their 13-year relationship ended due to allegations of an affair within the Boston Celtics organization, leading to Udoka's suspension and eventual firing.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Entertainment Tonight
Nia Long and Larenz Tate, co-stars of the 1997 film Love Jones, had an impromptu reunion while walking in the rain. The two declared their love for each other while sheltering under a shared umbrella. Long recently reunited with the cast of The Best Man for Peacock's award-winning limited series, The Best Man: The Final Chapters. The limited series follows the group of friends as their relationships evolve and past grievances resurface in the unpredictable stages of midlife crisis meets midlife renaissance.