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TikTok Famous Hasidic Dad Charged With Sexually Molesting Adopted Sons
Single dad Hayim Nissim Cohen, 38, regularly blogged about his “unique family” in Houston.
However, local prosecutor Janna Oswald told a recent court hearing that “behind all that is excessive abuse.
Cohen — who claimed to be a Hasidic Jew from Brooklyn despite being born Jeffrey Lujan Vejil in Texas — was busted last month after one of his sons went on a podcast to anonymously report being raped and abused.
The terrified 17-year-old boy told BlindSkinnedBeauty that he’d been sexually assaulted since he was 11 — weeks after his adoption — and claimed many of his brothers were also abused.
Using a burner phone, the teen said he was scared to speak up, claiming Child Protective Services had been called out at least eight times — but never saved them.
However, his damning interview sparked a police investigation and a slew of charges against the single dad, who’d been the subject of numerous glowing newspaper and magazine profiles.
Five of the other kids also came forward.
Cohen is now facing 12 charges.
The six — ages 9, 10, 14, 15, 16 and 17 — have since been taken into care, while the three others appeared to support their dad in court.
Prosecutors say he kept the kids locked in a room for most of the day, only letting them out at 4 p.m. — when he would sometimes force them to perform sex acts, the Chronicle said.
One of the alleged victims, now 16, said Cohen would pepper-spray him if he refused to give in, Oswald told the court. He also abused the boys at a cabin he had in Odessa, according to charging documents.
Disturbingly, it happened despite Cohen still facing a criminal charge for “indecency with a child” with a foreign exchange student from Spain in 2019, the Chronicle noted.
His bond conditions prevented him from going within 1,000 feet of places where children may be, such as a school, but not from raising his adopted kids, the paper said.
“There were so many red flags,” Sherry Chandler, an attorney representing the exchange student in a civil lawsuit, told ABC13.
“We all suspected [Cohen] is a pedophile. You don’t just start one day. We all suspected the other kids were getting abused.”
Child Protective Services declined to comment to the Chronicle on how many reports were received about Cohen, or why he was allowed to keep raising the kids alone.
However, Oswald, the prosecutor, confirmed in court that several investigations had been launched into complaints by the kids, none of which led to charges until the podcast.
“There was suspicion and things we were following up on but nothing significant that we could bring charges on,” Oswald told Judge Danilo Lacayo when asked why more was not done.
Cohen’s whole identity appeared to be fake, including his claim in interviews to be a Hasidic Jew hailing from Williamsburg.
Records show he was actually born Jeffrey Lujan Vejil in Odessa, changing his name several times from 2009 when he said he was converting to Judaism.
In interviews, he said his life’s mission was “to ensure that Jewish foster children are placed in Jewish homes.
“Altruistic as non-Jewish foster parents may be, their homes and practices are alien to Orthodox kids,” he once told the Jewish Press.
“I became a go-to adoption destination for Orthodox boys in the foster care system … a minority within a minority within a minority.”
His social media also claimed that he was terminally ill, and Cohen arrived at his last court hearing in a wheelchair and with an oxygen mask.
However, the teen who alleged abuse on the podcast also told investigators that “everything [Cohen] does is fake,” according to charging documents obtained by ABC 13.
The teen accused Cohen of only using a wheelchair “when people come over or when he is in public” and not needing the six oxygen tanks he keeps as props.
Cohen’s attorney, Charles Johnson, told KHOU 11 that he was “going to do everything that we can to show that he did not do this.”
“We are fortunate to have a system where he has the opportunity to be innocent until proven guilty,” he stressed.
Nigerian artist N8TAN is set to unveil his highly anticipated ‘UPRISING EP’, a body of work that chronicles his journey from the streets to the heights of his musical ambition.
Built around themes of struggle, resilience, ambition, survival, and triumph, UPRISING captures the realities of an artist determined to turn adversity into momentum. The project reflects N8TAN’s experiences, the challenges that shaped him, and the relentless drive that continues to push him forward.
More than a collection of songs, UPRISING is presented as a story of transformation—from navigating the streets and confronting uncertainty to finding purpose, embracing growth, and rising toward the top.
With its blend of raw storytelling, infectious energy, and personal perspective, the EP offers listeners an intimate look into N8TAN’s world while reinforcing his determination to carve out his own place in the music industry.
‘UPRISING EP’ is a statement of elevation: a reminder that where you start does not have to determine where you finish.
As N8TAN continues to build his musical identity, UPRISING marks another significant chapter in his journey—and an invitation for listeners to rise with him.
Josh2Funny’s Album Has Fans Talking — But Should He Stick To Music Or Skits? 😂🎶
Nigerian comedian and content creator Josh2Funny has taken his comedy game into music, and Nigerians are definitely having something to say about it.
The comedian released his 15-track album, “On Behalf of Josh,” on July 10, 2026, but instead of fading away after release, the project has continued to generate conversations on X.
And the big question now is:
Should Josh2Funny continue with music or go back to skits? 😂
Fans have been divided. While some listeners openly criticized the album and told him to return to comedy, others found songs they genuinely enjoyed.
One X user joked:
“Josh2Funny stopped doing skits and started music, Everybody wan chop this music money 😂”
Another simply said:
“This Josh2Funny Album no enter make he just go back skit abeg 😂”
But then came “Lembe.” 🔥
The track caught fire on X and eventually became a trending topic in Nigeria. The #LembeChallenge also gained momentum as creators began jumping on the song.
Josh2Funny later announced ₦1 million for winners of the challenge, giving the song another major push.
And it didn’t stop there.
‘INTERNATIONAL’ FT. ICE PRINCE ALSO TRENDED
On another day, “International” featuring Ice Prince generated its own buzz on X.
One fan even called it their favourite song from the album, while praising the collaboration. The post itself pulled thousands of views, showing that people weren’t only talking about Lembe.
From album criticism to trending songs and challenges, “On Behalf of Josh” has kept Josh2Funny’s name in the conversation.
Whether you love the album or think he should return to skits, one thing is clear:
Josh2Funny has succeeded in getting Nigerians talking. 😂🔥
So, let’s settle this once and for all:
Should Josh2Funny continue with MUSIC 🎶 or return to SKITS 😂?
Music or Skits? Drop your answer! 👇
RUAN-Badkid.96 is a Nigerian recording artist whose music refuses to live inside a single genre. Blending Afrobeat, Afrofusion, trap, hip-hop, melodic rap, R&B, and global influences, he creates records that move effortlessly between raw street energy, soulful storytelling, and infectious melodies. Whether delivering hard-hitting bars, emotional love songs, or rhythm-driven African records, his sound is defined by authenticity rather than limitation.
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Behind his fearless image is an artist who believes in kindness, equality, justice, and genuine human connection. His appearance may be intimidating, but his message is rooted in compassion and authenticity. Every record carries a piece of his journey, proving that strength and vulnerability can exist in the same voice.
For RUAN-Badkid.96, music is more than entertainment, it’s a language, a testimony, and a lifelong mission to connect with people through honesty, versatility, and unforgettable sound.
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