Greetings, everyone! Welcome. Recently, there’s been quite a buzz surrounding R&B sensation August Alsina, particularly after he disclosed his past relationship with Jada Pinkett Smith. Now, he’s stirring up more attention by addressing Kiki Palmer on Twitter.
For those unfamiliar, Kiki Palmer and August shared a friendship back in 2016. Speculation arose about the nature of their bond when Kiki shared a photo of them together in a car, with a caption that read, “He could cook some good chicken, y’all.” This post fueled dating rumors, but Kiki clarified that August was simply a friend.
Interestingly, during the time Kiki and August were spending time together, August was also forming a connection with Jada. Jada was offering him support to navigate his life, and it appeared that his focus shifted from Kiki to Jada. That connection eventually evolved into a significant affair.
Last week, when August disclosed his relationship with Jada, Kiki took to Instagram to share her thoughts. She didn’t focus on the drama, instead, she highlighted the tragic losses of Black lives to police brutality: Ahmad Aubrey, Elijah McClain, Tony McDade, Rashad Brooks, David McAtee, George Floyd, and Breonna Taylor. Essentially, she emphasized the importance of real-world issues over celebrity drama.
When Jada mentioned addressing OG Kiki on Red Table Talk, Kiki’s response was a simple “Okay, Virgo,” indicating her interest in the unfolding drama.
Later, when Jada finally spoke about August, Kiki tweeted about boundaries and respecting privacy. Some interpreted her words as directed towards August, but Kiki dismissed the speculation with humor, playfully mentioning “August” and “July” in response to comments.
Another Twitter user shared a photo of Kiki and August together, suggesting a connection, to which Kiki clarified that August was never her man. She lightheartedly joked about needing a ride to the set of “True Jackson VP,” with someone adding a reference to chicken, to which Kiki replied in kind.
So, a series of tweets began drawing the attention of some fans of August, who believed they were aimed at him. However, Kiki clarified that her tweets weren’t directed at August. Despite this, August interpreted them as indirect jabs and responded, stating, “You’re absolutely right. I was never your man. You could possibly never, shorty. It seems like you’re mad you got curved. But your ‘friends’ are the reason for that. They showed me an endless thread of texts and pics of me, that you sent, worried about who I date, and begged me to not further disturb your mental instability. Imagine not knowing how to mind the business that pays you. I catch all the subliminals. Not just about today. And you can call me whatever you like. Mess is constantly inserting yourself in topics you have none to do with. Go play with your mammy. Not me. If you have something to say, say it with your chest. Kids, it’s always very perplexing because I real deal be showing people genuine love. Whole time, that envy eating your little heart. Anyway, next.”
A Twitter user named Skrigley commented, “August unloading the 6ix9ine clip on any female who tries him right now.” August replied, “Nah, I’m literally not. I actually mess with Kiki, so to see her speak subliminal shade around my name for the past week is deeply perplexing. I don’t and never had a problem with the girl. It’s always been Virgo love. So, to see that is mind-bending to me.”
Kiki replied to August on Instagram, expressing a mix of emotions. She admitted feeling the urge to be harsh but restrained herself. Despite feeling targeted, she emphasized that the situation extended beyond her personal feelings. While she wanted to defend herself against disrespect, she recognized a larger issue at play. Refusing to indulge in negativity, she acknowledged that people often lash out due to their own pain, unrelated to her. Despite her human ego, she prioritized karma over personal pride. Kiki asserted her strength of character, emphasizing that her talent outweighs superficial appearances. She concluded with a stance of resilience, opting for grace over retaliation.
So, that was Kiki’s sophisticated way of responding. Honestly, I don’t believe August should have reacted to Kiki in the manner he did because it appeared confrontational. Nonetheless, Kiki did interject her thoughts into the situation unnecessarily, especially considering her personal relationship with August. Her Twitter comments might have unsettled August, even though I don’t perceive them as malicious; they seemed more like jests. However, August’s response seemed disproportionate, perhaps stemming from his wounded pride, particularly after Jada’s public remarks on their relationship during the Red Table Talk. He viewed their connection as deeper than Jada portrayed it, and her words likely wounded him deeply. Kiki’s tweet denying any romantic involvement with August probably added insult to injury, triggering his response. Yet, directing his frustration towards Kiki seems misplaced. Now, let’s shift gears and discuss actress Naya Rivera.
I’ve been hesitant to discuss Naya lately as I await further updates on her disappearance. Unfortunately, the situation is growing increasingly bleak, with investigators now suspecting she may have drowned. To provide some context, Naya is a multi-talented individual known for her work as an actress, singer, and model. Her career began early, with appearances in various television shows, but she truly gained prominence with her role as Santana Lopez on the hit show Glee.
The troubling events unfolded earlier this week, on July 8th, when Naya was reported missing after a boating trip to Lake Piru with her four-year-old son, Josie. Workers noticed her failure to return the boat on time, and upon discovery, Josie was found sleeping on the boat, while Naya was nowhere to be seen. Naturally, questions arose about what transpired. According to Josie’s account to the police, he and his mother were swimming, but Naya failed to resurface after diving into the water. Since then, exhaustive efforts by the rescue and recovery team have been underway, yet Naya remains missing.
There’s considerable speculation swirling around this incident, particularly concerning how Naya ended up submerged in Lake Piru. Reports suggest that while the lake may appear shallow, it conceals debris and trees beneath its surface, creating hazards for swimmers who aren’t cautious. Additionally, the lake’s currents pose challenges for swimming, making it ill-advised to venture into such waters. Perhaps Naya overestimated her swimming abilities, although she struck me as an experienced swimmer. Scrolling through her Instagram, it’s evident she has a fondness for water, even dubbing herself an “ocean child.” Hence, fear of the water likely wasn’t a factor for her. Yet, the unpredictability of water bodies and the potential for accidents cannot be discounted. While some speculate about foul play or intentional actions, I refrain from engaging in conjecture. My hope remains that Naya somehow made it to safety, though reports indicate slim chances of such an outcome. My thoughts and prayers are with Naya and her loved ones during this distressing time.