Jonathan Majors allegedly admits to strangling ex-girlfriend in leaked audio, Wizkid makes a return to World Albums chart, Christian Eriksen expects to leave Man Utd this summer. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest, which summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
1. Jonathan Majors allegedly admits to strangling ex-girlfriend in leaked audio
Jonathan Majors has admitted to strangling his ex-girlfriend in newly unearthed audio.
“I aggressed you” — Majors
“You strangled me and pushed me against the car” — Majors’ ex
“Yes, all those things are under ‘aggressed,’ yeah” — Majors
(Source: https://t.co/NhlNOvuEBe) pic.twitter.com/yRGAG4lrzX
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) March 17, 2025
A newly leaked audio recording allegedly captures actor Jonathan Majors admitting to assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari. The recording, published by Rolling Stone on Monday, March 17, features a conversation in which Jabbari, 32, accuses Majors, 35, of strangling her and pushing her against a car during a September 2022 altercation. In response, the man, believed to be Majors, acknowledges the actions, stating, “Yes, all those things are under ‘aggressed.’” The revelation adds to the legal and professional turmoil the Creed III and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania star has faced since his March 2023 arrest on separate assault charges involving Jabbari.
The leaked audio, which surfaced just weeks after reports of a settlement between Majors and Jabbari, raises fresh concerns about the actor’s conduct. During the exchange, Jabbari questions the reasoning behind his alleged violence, to which Majors seemingly responds, “Well, clearly, it’s more than that.” The conversation follows his December 2023 conviction for misdemeanor assault and harassment, which led to his removal from several high-profile projects. Despite his legal troubles, Majors’ film Magazine Dreams, previously shelved due to the controversy, has now been given a 2025 release date.
In other related news, People Magazine shared that Jonathan Majors and Meagan Good have allegedly tied the knot. The lovebirds previously confirmed their engagement to People in November 2024, sharing “We’re feeling great!”
2. Wizkid makes a return to the World Albums chart
BREAKING: Wizkid’s “Made in Lagos” re-enters the Billboard World Albums chart AGAIN. 👏🏽📊
— It’s at #17, spending a record 146 WEEKS. pic.twitter.com/1TQdfnlxT9
— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) March 18, 2025
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Wizkid has made a surprise return to the Billboard World Albums chart with his critically acclaimed fourth studio album, Made in Lagos. The album has re-entered the chart at No. 17, extending its record-breaking run to 146 weeks—an unprecedented achievement for an African album. Originally released in 2020, Made in Lagos gained global recognition for its seamless blend of Afrobeats, reggae, and R&B, cementing Wizkid’s status as one of Africa’s most influential artists.
The album’s longevity is largely fueled by hit tracks like “Essence“ featuring Tems, which became the first Nigerian song to break into the Billboard Hot 100, later reaching the top ten with a remix featuring Justin Bieber. In 2022, Made in Lagos ranked second on the Billboard Year-End World Album Chart, trailing only BTS’s Proof. Its continued presence on the charts highlights Afrobeats’ expanding global influence and Wizkid’s enduring impact on the international music scene.
3. Universal Music Group moves to dismiss Drake’s lawsuit
“Instead of accepting the loss like the unbothered rap artist he often claims to be, he has sued his own record label in a misguided attempt to salve his wounds.”
UMG has moved to dismiss Drake’s lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.” pic.twitter.com/UOwv6DVNlo
— Meghann Cuniff (@meghanncuniff) March 17, 2025
Universal Music Group (UMG) has moved to dismiss Drake’s lawsuit, arguing that the rapper is only suing because he “lost a rap battle” and is now attempting to “salve his wounds” in court. In a motion filed on Monday, March 17, UMG asserted that Drake willingly participated in the highly publicized feud and is now making a “misguided attempt” to shift blame onto his own label. The filing urges the court to dismiss the lawsuit with prejudice, claiming it lacks merit and is merely an effort to save face after his clash with Kendrick Lamar.
Drake’s legal team has fired back, calling UMG’s motion a “desperate ploy” to dodge accountability. His attorney, Michael J. Gottlieb, argues that the lawsuit is not about a rap battle but about a major corporation profiting from misinformation that has allegedly led to real-world violence. “UMG wants to pretend this is about a rap battle to distract its shareholders, artists, and the public from the truth,” Gottlieb said. The legal battle intensifies as UMG also seeks to block Drake’s pre-suit deposition request in Texas, which aimed to gather evidence of the label’s alleged role in boosting Lamar’s diss track, “Not Like Us.”
4. Tyla achieves groundbreaking milestone at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards
.@Tyllaaaaaaa becomes the first winner of the ‘World Artist Of The Year’ category at the @iHeartRadio Music Awards.
She also becomes the first South African to win an Iheartradio Music Award. pic.twitter.com/vgMdYnQyjL
— Tyla Club (@TylaClub) March 18, 2025
South African music sensation Tyla has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by becoming the inaugural winner of the World Artist of the Year at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards. This historic victory solidifies Tyla’s status as a global powerhouse. The award recognizes her immense impact over the past year, fueled by viral dance trends, chart-topping hits, and her signature blend of Afrobeats, Amapiano, and R&B. Her breakout single “Water“ became an international phenomenon, amassing billions of streams and dominating airwaves worldwide.
Tyla’s win highlights the growing global influence of African music and culture, breaking barriers for future artists from the continent. Her meteoric rise has not only captivated audiences but also paved the way for greater representation of African sounds on the world stage. As she celebrates this career-defining moment, fans eagerly anticipate what’s next for the young star, whose latest accolade cements her place as a trailblazer.
5. Christian Eriksen expects to leave Man Utd this summer
🚨❌ No doubts or change of plans for Christian Eriksen’s future: he’s gonna leave Man United as free agent in July. pic.twitter.com/i7O90zX0il
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 18, 2025
Christian Eriksen has revealed that he expects to leave Manchester United at the end of the season, with no discussions taking place over a contract extension. The 33-year-old Danish midfielder, who joined the club on a free transfer in July 2022, has struggled for game time this season, making just 16 Premier League appearances. Speaking about his future, Eriksen stated, “I haven’t heard anything from the club, and therefore I assume that the collaboration will stop.” Despite speculation about a return to Tottenham, where he spent seven years, Eriksen confirmed he does not intend to stay in England.
The experienced playmaker, who previously had spells at Ajax, Inter Milan, and Brentford, also ruled out a move to Major League Soccer. “I am not going to the USA – we are not going that far. We would like to stay in Europe, but it is too early to go home to Denmark,” he explained. Eriksen’s departure marks the end of a mixed tenure at Old Trafford, where he played 66 league matches but found his role diminished this season. With his future destination still undecided, the Danish international remains open to new opportunities in European football.
Featured Image: Frank Ocenfels III for The Hollywood Reporter
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