Busta Rhymes earns the Hip Hop Icon Award at Harlem Week and a Hollywood Walk of Fame star, celebrated by LL Cool J, and Chuck D.

A former assistant for Rhymes sued the rapper this week, claiming he assaulted him back in January for using his phone on the job.

Busta Rhymes ' honorific season continues with the news that he’ll be receiving the Hip Hop Icon Award during Harlem Week. Variety reports that Busta will receive the award, presented by the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce, on Aug. 17 as part of Harlem Day, which is the final event that closes out Harlem Week for NYC residents.

Days after Busta Rhymes' former assistant filed a civil suit against him, accusing the rapper of assault, the rapper is denying all allegations.

Busta Rhymes' former assistant Dashiel Gables filed a civil suit on Monday, Aug. 4, accusing the rapper of “wage and hour violations, assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

Busta Rhymes might have to clear his name in a court of law. His former assistant is suing him for assault, but the rapper says this is a money grab.

Saturday’s festivities kick off with a lineup of engaging events for all ages. The Alex Trebek Harlem Children’s Spelling Bee will test the brilliance of young spellers at 2:00 PM. Following that, the annual Adult Urban Fashion Show will take the stage at 4:00 PM, featuring a special tribute to Harlem icon, Momma Z.