As the clock strikes midnight and another year rolls in, boxing superstar Claressa Shields is packing a powerful punch in the headlines! 2024 saw her wrestling with drama that could rival any heavyweight championship bout, and it’s got everyone talking. Between a public spat with rapper Remy Ma over the enigmatic Papoose and the release of her highly anticipated biopic, The Fire Inside, Shields’ ring wasn’t just for fighting—it was the arena for some serious celebrity clashes. But here’s the kicker: instead of letting the shadows of her past follow her into 2025, Shields has declared a transformation that would make even Beyoncé proud! With plans to channel her inner queen and focus on positivity, she’s ready to step into what she calls her “Beyoncé Era.” So, will navigating the ups and downs of fame be as easy as throwing a jab? Only time will tell! But one thing’s for sure—Claressa is stepping back into the ring not just with her gloves on, but with a fierce mindset to embrace love and leave the negativity behind. Grab your popcorn, folks, because this is just the beginning of a thrilling new chapter!
Boxing star Claressa Shields had an explosive end to her 2024, including a publicized beef with Remy Ma over Papoose and the release of her biopic, The Fire Inside, starring Ryan Destiny. Eager to move on from the beef, the champion announces her plans to enter her own “Beyoncé Era” to not respond to negativity in 2025. On Wednesday, the GWOAT shared an Instagram story, saying she will not be responding to anyone in the new year to focus on herself.
Thanking her fans, Claressa Shields said, “I’m Beyonce, baby. Some of the battles that people be trying to put on me. I ain’t even got to fight because ya’ll going to do it for me. I appreciate you’ll, but listen to me. I’m telling ya’ll this, listen to me. 2025. I’m Beyonce, baby. I’m not responding to a thing. 2025, I’m changing. New year, new me. I’m Beyonce. I’m focusing on the love a lot more, y’all. Because focusing on the hate just make you hateful don’t it.” At the end of 2024, Shields had a fued with Cam’ron, Remy Ma, and boxers.
Earlier in the month, tensions flared when Claressa Shields and Remy Ma exchanged heated words on Instagram. Shields even challenged the rapper to a fight, escalating the feud. The exchange caught the attention of celebrities, including 50 Cent, who humorously weighed in. “Whatever you do, don’t fight her,” he warned Shields on social media. “She’ll get the blick, champ!” While the rapper’s past became a talking point, Shields reiterated that her only concern was the blatant violation of her privacy.
The discussion turned to Claressa Shields’ now-viral $100,000 challenge, where she dared any woman to face her in the ring. Despite the online drama, Shields remains focused on addressing the breach rather than engaging in petty feuds. Her message is clear: this isn’t about rumors or personal entanglements—it’s about respecting boundaries. Her biopic is in theaters nationwide.
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Bryson “Boom” Paul has been a contributor for Hot New Hip Hop since 2024. A Dallas-based cultural journalist, he is a CSUB graduate and has interviewed 50 Cent, Jeezy, Tyler, The Creator, Ne-Yo, and others.
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