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  • Tamar Braxton’s Dentist Confirms Injuries

    Days after media personality Funky Dineva accused Tamar Braxton of faking a health scare for publicity surrounding her new EP, “Heartbreak Retrograde,” the R&B singer and her dentist are setting the record straight. Dr. Amira Ogunleye, a Miami-based dentist, has confirmed that Tamar sustained serious injuries, including “multiple dental fractures” and a nasal fracture, after being found “in a pool of blood.”

    Dentist Confirms Injuries from Sleepwalking

    In a joint video post, Dr. Ogunleye detailed the extent of Tamar’s injuries, which included “multiple dental fractures, a nasal fracture, and even a tooth completely knocked out of the socket.” The dentist also noted that Tamar appeared to have a fractured septum. According to Dr. Ogunleye, these injuries were the result of a severe bout of sleepwalking. The post was shared with Tamar’s full consent, intended as a “teaching moment to bring awareness to somnambulism (sleepwalking) and the risks it can cause.”

    Dr. Ogunleye confirmed that she performed immediate oral surgery on Tamar, and the singer was in stable condition, though she will require several follow-up appointments to fully restore her smile. Tamar herself shared on Instagram that she was initially afraid to disclose the details of her condition but felt compelled to do so to help others.

    Ongoing Feud with Funky Dineva

    This health update comes amidst a continued public feud between Tamar Braxton and Funky Dineva. Despite a brief moment of reconciliation where Tamar expressed love for the YouTuber and Dineva wished her a speedy recovery, the peace was short-lived. Dineva became upset after Tamar posted a cryptic message on Instagram seemingly aimed at him: “Did all that hating and gossiping about me and still couldn’t stop sh—t. I’d be mad too.”

    In response, Dineva called Tamar a “toothless muppet” and warned her to cease the petty posts, accusing her of being “thirsty for attention” and using her health scare as a publicity stunt. He questioned why someone experiencing a “near death” event would immediately turn to the internet for attention and speculation. Dineva claimed Tamar’s apology was insincere, that she deleted it, unfollowed him, and blocked him shortly after posting it.

    What do you think about Tamar Braxton’s confirmed injuries and the ongoing drama with Funky Dineva? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

  • Tamar Braxton Denies Faking Accident Amid PR Stunt Claims

    Tamar Braxton is responding to claims made by her friend, blogger Funky Dineva, who accused her of using him in a publicity stunt related to her new EP, “Heartbreak Retrograde.” Amidst the controversy, Braxton denies faking her accident and expresses a desire for peace.

    The Controversy Unfolds

    The situation escalated when Tamar teased her EP, which features Mendeecees Harris, shortly after claiming she had “almost died” and was found “in a pool of blood,” without providing further explanation. The promotional clip showed intimate moments between Braxton and Harris, fueling speculation about a potential romance, despite Braxton stating Harris was just a “FRIEND.”

    Rumors about Tamar and Mendeecees had already been circulating after they were reportedly seen together hours before her alleged accident. Funky Dineva, who was present that night, initially vaguely referred to Tamar and claimed he went home alone, unaware of what happened to her. However, he later publicly accused Braxton of using him as “collateral damage” in a “PR stunt,” expressing deep hurt over her silence and the resulting slander against him.

    Tamar Braxton’s Response

    In response to Dineva’s accusations, Tamar took to her Instagram Stories to share her side. She stated that she has “grown too much” in her spiritual journey to engage in public disputes and was unaware of the backlash Dineva faced while she was recovering in the hospital. “Had I known what was going on while I was in the hospital trying to recover, I would have said something. It’s terrible that whatever I DIDN’T say turned into all this. I just want PEACE,” she wrote.

    Braxton firmly denied faking her accident, expressing devastation at the suggestion. She emphasized that the EP was a personal project reflecting her “WORST heartbreak” and not about anyone’s husband. She also stated she spent her own money on the project for her fans.

    What are your thoughts on Tamar Braxton’s response and the “Heartbreak Retrograde” controversy? Let us know in the comments below!

  • Funky Dineva Slams Tamar Braxton’s EP Announcement

    The drama surrounding Tamar Braxton’s recent health scare and her subsequent announcement of a new EP, ‘Heartbreak Retrograde,’ has ignited a fiery response from social media personality Funky Dineva. Dineva feels he was unfairly targeted and used as “collateral damage” in what he describes as a “2-bit PR stunt.”

    From Friend to ‘Collateral Damage’

    The controversy began when Braxton posted an alarming message about waking up in a “pool of blood” with injuries. Dineva, who was reportedly the last person seen with Braxton before the incident, faced backlash for his initial comments on his YouTube show, where he claimed he didn’t know what happened to her and referred to her dismissively. This led to public speculation and criticism, especially since Braxton was considered a friend.

    Dineva also mentioned that Braxton had reached out to him asking for Dr. Heavenly’s number and mentioning lost teeth, but then stopped responding when he inquired further. The situation intensified when Braxton announced her new EP, ‘Heartbreak Retrograde,’ complete with a trailer featuring Mendeecees Harris and, notably, Funky Dineva himself, grinning alongside Braxton and Lore’l.

    Dineva’s Public Outburst

    Feeling betrayed and used, Funky Dineva took to Instagram to express his outrage. He stated, “When I get through reading Tamar Braxton a** down to da ground, I don’t wanna hear sh*t!!” He elaborated on his feelings, explaining that he was “ate up alive” over his birthday weekend while Braxton was seemingly fine. He expressed frustration that her “tired a** music video for this raggedy EP that don’t nobody want” could lead people to believe he was involved in a PR stunt.

    Directly addressing Braxton, Dineva wrote, “@tamarbraxton you ain’t even gone try to clear any of this up and tell these people I didn’t do anything to you or know what happened. I was accused of NOT BEING A FRIEND TO YOU. When at the end of the day, it was YOU NOT BEING A FRIEND TO ME!! I didn’t deserve any of this and I’m deeply hurt!”

    Tamar Braxton’s Silence

    As of now, Tamar Braxton has not publicly responded to Funky Dineva’s accusations. Whether the health scare and subsequent EP announcement were indeed a coordinated PR stunt remains unconfirmed. The situation has certainly stirred up a lot of conversation and speculation among fans.

    What are your thoughts on this situation between Funky Dineva and Tamar Braxton? Do you think it was a PR stunt? Let us know in the comments below!