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Gabrielle Union Explains Why She Is Leaving X After Recent Changes
American actress Gabrielle Union has revealed her decision to leave the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter.
In a message posted on her X account on Friday, the actress explained her reasons for stepping away, citing significant changes that have altered the platform’s original purpose.
Union expressed concern about the shift in the platform’s ethos, particularly highlighting the return of controversial figures and upcoming adjustments to its terms of service.
She described how these changes have made the environment uncomfortable for her.
She stated that platforms like X were initially built on the principles of fostering genuine connections, promoting creativity, and maintaining respect for user privacy and trust.
However, she believes that these ideals are no longer upheld on X, making it hard for her to continue supporting the space.
Union voiced her commitment to engaging in online spaces that prioritize inclusivity, respect, and integrity.
She acknowledged that sometimes difficult decisions are necessary when certain boundaries are crossed, adding that the recent developments on X were her breaking point.
While her departure from X marks the end of an era for her presence on the platform, Union assured her fans that they could still connect with her on other platforms.
She remains active on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Bluesky, Spill, and TikTok, where she plans to continue sharing updates and engaging with her audience.
The long-awaited trial in the murder case of legendary rapper Tupac Shakur has reached a major development, with Duane “Keffe D” Davis sentenced to 40 years to life in prison on October 13, 2026.
Davis was convicted of first-degree murder in August 2026 for his role in orchestrating the 1996 killing. Tupac was shot in a drive-by attack in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996, and died six days later.
During the sentencing, the judge addressed Davis, rejecting his claims that he had changed his life and moved on from his past. “Mr. Davis, for three years, I’ve heard you say some variation of the same thing to law enforcement, [in interviews], in your book, and it’s something like, ‘Yeah, I was involved in this, but I’m different. I’ve moved on. I got out of Compton. I’m a grandfather now.’ I’m here to tell you that’s not how this works,” the judge said.
She continued “You don’t get to take a man from his family. You don’t get to take his very life, his whole future from him, and just walk away from it. Especially when that man is Tupac Shakur.
“The world never forgot about him and his death, and neither did Las Vegas. It took us 30 years, but at this time, you are going to face justice for what you did on Sept. 7, 1996.”
Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has reflected on how his perception of YouTube movies has changed over the years. The actor recalled that there was a time when he looked down on movies released on YouTube.
However, he now appreciates the opportunities they have provided for his career and joked that he might have struggled financially if he had continued to dismiss them.
Sharing his thoughts in a post on X, Egbuson wrote “Can’t believe I was looking down on YouTube movies at some point. Hunger go don kpai me by now.”
Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has advised young people who are still living with their parents not to rush into moving out because of peer pressure.
The singer encouraged young people to focus on their personal circumstances rather than compare their lives with those of others. He noted that there is no need to leave their parents’ homes simply because they want to feel independent.
Sharing his advice, Dakolo said “No hurry, leave your papa house because of peer pressure. Forget all that, ‘I don’t have my freedom here.’”
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