Keith “Guru” Elam, a former member of the rap duo Gang Starr, is currently in a coma after suffering cardiac arrest on Sunday. DJ Premier, the rapper’s former partner called satellite radio show DJ Eclipse’s HipHopNation/Sirius to confirm the news. The rapper is scheduled to undergo surgery today in a New York hospital. Guru is considered one of the most legendary rappers.

Karen Detrick, mother of 7-year-old Jasmina Anema who died leukemia a month ago, has recently gone public with her feelings towards singer Rihanna. Detrick wrote on her Twitter, “It has been a month since Jasmina’s passing. Still not even a card or text message from Rihanna. Did she use my child for a publicity stunt?” Rihanna and others including Kelly Rowland were asked by Jasmina to visit here while she was hospitalized. Both singers spent an enormous amount of time searching and assisting in the search for a donor. Rihanna posted on her website, “I am incredibly heartbroken that Jasmina has passed away. She was such a brave and special child. She showed more strength and spirit than many adults I have met. I feel blessed that I was able to have her in my life, and know that through her example she has saved many lives. She was truly an angel on earth.” No word from Rihanna or Def Jam at press time.

Chynna Phillips formerly of the singing trio Wilson Phillips has checked out of rehab where she was undergoing “treatment for anxiety,” her manager Lizzie Grubman says, “After successfully completing her in-patient treatment for anxiety, Chynna Phillips has happily returned home to celebrate her daughter’s birthday with her family and close friends.” Phillips checked into the undisclosed treatment facility for anxiety on February 12 which served as her 42nd birthday. “She’s happy to be home with her family,” Grubman told People magazine.

Michael Blosil, son of Marie Osmond committed suicide on Friday night (Feb 26), jumping  from the balcony of his Los Angeles apartment after years of battling depression. “My family and I are devastated and in deep shock by the tragic loss of our dear Michael and ask that everyone respect our privacy during this difficult time,” Osmond said in a statement Saturday. Donnie and Marie’s Las Vegas show at The Flamingo Hotel has been temporarily canceled.

Whitney Houston’s rep is attempting to ease fans worries by assuring that the singer is in “great health,” despite being hammered by fans and critics. “Whitney is in great health and having a terrific time on her tour and with her fans,” says her rep.  “There were over 9,000 people at her show in Brisbane, and there were over 12,000 at Acer Arena last night in Sydney. Her fans were dancing and singing along with her and Whitney appreciates their support.”