Celebrity Crime Files

The original black godfather of Harlem, Ellsworth "Bumpy" Johnson, who was once called the "most dangerous man in New York."

No justice for 70's singer John Whitehead's death while working on his car with a friend with nothing more than collateral damage.

Scott 'La Rock' Sterling , a hip-hop pioneer on the verge of stardom, is murdered days before his dreams of stardom would come true.

Rubin's conviction of a crime he wasn't involved with leads to a sentence of life in prison at the height of his boxing career.

Underground rapper to high-stakes bank robber, Mac Dre served a four year prison sentence while recording an album over the phone from prison.

The murder of former NBA player Lorenzen Wright remains a mystery while his body is discovered in a field riddled with bullets.

Magnolia Shorty, the Queen of New Orleans bounce music, is murdered during gun violence while seated in a car near her home.

Baseball player Lyman Bostock was cut down by a monster; it wasn't even meant for him but someone else's bad marriage.

Rapper Notorious B.I.G.'s murder after being gunned down is related to Tupac Shakur's murder soon after in New York.

Michael Winans Jr. is set to serve nearly 14 years for stealing money from churches charged with financial fraud.

Hip-hop mayor Kwame Kilpatrick goes down on racketeering and extortion, all while found guilty on most counts.

The King of Pop's death and his alleged killer's trial leads to his sentence of four years in prison after being found guilty of involuntary manslaughter.

The people closest to Chris Lighty explain what happened to him as a victim of foul play leading to his death.

The mysterious life and death of Madame Stephanie St. Clair. The first Lady Gangster of Harlem, the "Numbers Queen". She took on the mob and beat everyone who came against her in a man's world.

Men who betrayed the support and trust of their citizenry for their own personal gain as the community suffers.

Former NFL football players Sam Hurd and Darryl Henley are charged with serious drug trafficking offenses; Hurd arrested for cocaine and marijuana possession; Henley illegally transports cocaine.

Two shocking murders in Texas and Alabama in the last 40 years against blacks; the murder of James Byrd and Michael Donald.

Professional boxers that have been imprisoned learn behind bars; Trevor Berbick, Riddick Bowe and Henry Tillman.

Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr., and Medgar Evers: Three iconic men whose names remain legendary in fighting for social justice for African-Americans on the front lines are profiled.

Tookie Williams was convicted of four counts of murder and sentenced to death while maintaining that he did not commit the crimes he was convicted of.

Oakland native Shakir 'Shake' Stewart signed multi-platinum superstars like Young Jeezy and Rick Ross; also Executive Vice President of Def Jam Records.

The life and crimes of the Black Panther Party's founders Huey P. Newton, Bobby Seale and the great Angela Davis.

In 1994, Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes set NFL star Andre Rison's mansion ablaze; their tumultuous relationship, the pressures of fame, and the aftermath of this catastrophic event offer a story of passion and consequences.

The sensational case of Irv Gotti, the Murder Inc. founder, involved accusations of money laundering linked to a drug kingpin. The intense investigation, legal battle, and his acquittal are detailed, highlighting broad legal implications in hip hop.

A notorious Atlanta based organization known as the Drug Rich Gang was involved in a spree of robberies that targeted local celebrities. Uncover how law enforcement handles the violent home invasions and celebrity heists to their shocking methods and fierce response to preserve public safety and celebrity and social media culture..

The legal battle of Lil' Kim, convicted of perjury and conspiracy in 2005, is detailed; her trial, the events leading up to it, and its aftermath, reveal the complexities of loyalty, fame, and consequences of falsehood.

The tragic death of NFL star Sean Taylor is uncovered: from the home invasion to the intense investigation and its emotional toll on his family, the NFL, and fans; discover Taylor's lasting impact and the void his sudden passing left behind.

In 2020, a glamorous Hollywood night turns tragic as an argument between hip-hop stars Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez ends in gunfire; Megan was allegedly shot by Tory, sparking an intense media storm and legal battle that shocked the world.

Detailing the infamous Quad Studios shooting of Tupac Shakur; exploring the events surrounding the attack, the subsequent investigation and its impact on Tupac's life and career, highlighting the tensions in the hip-hop world.

Meek Mill's legal odyssey, highlighting systemic flaws in the U.S. justice system, is detailed. His journey from probation violations to becoming an advocate for legal reform, shedding light on racial disparities.