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- Tasha Smith Gets WHITE HOT On The December 2011 Cover of ESSENCE Magazine
- FIRST LOOK: Zoe Saldana Starring With Bradley Cooper In "The Words"
- DO GOODER: Alicia Keys Surprises School Kids So They Can "BETTER" The World
- Trey Songz's "Top Of The World" Video
- PROMO FAB: VH1 Releases "Love & Hip Hop" Season 2 Official Promo Pics
- Big Sean & Nicki Minaj's "Dance (A$$) Remix" Video
- CUTENESS! Tichina Arnold Slings Her Baby On Their Shopping Trip
- TALKSHOW ROUNDUP: Rick Ross On "106 & Park" + Gabby Sidibe CHATS Up "The View" + Kandi Burruss Stops By The "TODAY" Show
- Cassie's Hot Outtakes For Carol's Daughter
- Draya Michele TELLS "WENDY" She's Cleaning Up Her Groupie Past, She's Not A Bad Mom, & Chris Brown Was "Vulnerable"
- VERY PREGGERS PUMPKIN PICKIN': Nia Long & Fam Hit Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch!
- JANET JACKSON Gets Green With Fabness For HARPER'S BAZAAR Arabia!
| Tasha Smith Gets WHITE HOT On The December 2011 Cover of ESSENCE Magazine Posted: 02 Nov 2011 08:42 AM PDT
Tasha Smith is tapping into her glam side in a white shaggy vest and white fitted dress for the December cover of ESSENCE magazine.
Check out the pic and what the "For Better or Worse" star is talking about now.... Tasha said in the upcoming issue of the mag, which hits newsstands November 11th, “All those years ago, I was a girl with this dream, but with no education, no confidence, no self-esteem, nothing. And now God has brought me to this place of destiny, and He’s not even done with me yet…” The Why Did I Get Married? franchise star talks going from homelessness to Hollywood in the upcoming issue. And she also dishes on reprising her spitfire "Angela" movie role for the new upcoming TBS series, "For Better or Worse." In ESSENCE's story, “Diary of a Happy Black Woman,” the fab newlywed reveals how faith, love and film mogul Tyler Perry propelled her life forward. Gorgeous pic! |
| FIRST LOOK: Zoe Saldana Starring With Bradley Cooper In "The Words" Posted: 02 Nov 2011 07:23 AM PDT  Zoe Saldana, who's set the grace the big screen next year with Bradley Cooper in The Words, is featured in a "first look" photo from the film with her hot co-star. See the pic and get deets on the movie inside...
A "first look" photo from The Words, starring Bradley Cooper (J.Lo's new boo) and Zoe Saldana, was released earlier today. In the photo, the two posed in character in a very intimate embrace in bed. The Brian Klugman-directed film centers on Bradley's character, oddly named "Cooper," who peaks at literary success after stealing another man’s work. The thriller explores the price he has to pay for his misdeeds. Zoe, who plays "Dora," is his love interest and the film also stars Jeremy Irons and Dennis Quaid. The flick which is sure to get folks talking is being produced by Michael Benaroya of Benaroya Pictures, Animus Films' Jim Young, and Serena Films' Tatiana Kelly. The film, currently in post-production, is set to be released sometime next year. Pics from the set:
They're also set to show the movie at Sundance in 2012. |
| DO GOODER: Alicia Keys Surprises School Kids So They Can "BETTER" The World Posted: 02 Nov 2011 07:00 AM PDT  In addition to her "Keep A Child Alive" Foundation, Alicia Keys went back to her roots at the Performing Arts School (PPAS) in New York recently to inspire teens to better their world. Check out what Mrs. Beatz is up to inside....and her topping off her day with a Louboutin cocktail party with her hubby.....
Alicia ended her do-gooder night with her hubby Swizz Beatz. They were spotted say goodnight to Mr. Christian Louboutin after his cocktail party at Barneys. This came after her big surprise earlier int he day. She went to visit the kids at her alma mater:
Alicia surprised a group of kids as part of the Western Union World of Betters Campaign Kick-Off. And looked ready for fall in her "leafy brown" pants and leather jacket.      The campaign was launched along with international recording artists K’Naan and Sunidhi Chauhan as part of Western Union's latest global platform, “Moving Money for Better.”  After an introduction from Western Union CEO Hikmet Ersek, Alicia told the kids that the online campaign is a competition for them to think of innovative ways they could change the world with $1,000.
The Western Union World of Betters contest began yesterday and ends December 15, 2011. Check here for deets. Photos: INF/Mazur
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| Trey Songz's "Top Of The World" Video Posted: 02 Nov 2011 06:16 AM PDT
Trigga went back to his hometown of Petersburg, VA to shoot (and direct) his new video "Top of the World." It's all about him thanking his friends and family for helping him to get to where he is now. Check out the video for his song with a message inside....
Trey Songz is giving back to his hometown in his brand new video. The "Top of the World" song appears on his new mixtape Anticipation II and his upcoming EP Inevitable (November 28).
He also visited the 2011 3 Kings Coat Drive at Dr. Jay's in NYC yesterday with Fabolous as well. Here's the uplifting video: Photog: Rob Kim |
| PROMO FAB: VH1 Releases "Love & Hip Hop" Season 2 Official Promo Pics Posted: 01 Nov 2011 05:07 PM PDT
VH1 has released new promo pics for the divas of their docu-drama "Love & Hip Hop" Season 2. Check out the photos inside.... If you thought the "Basketball Wives" brought the drama, the ladies of VH1′s Love & Hip Hop are ready to go above and beyond the normal drink-tossing of Miami and LA chicks. The foot-stomping return of the show is November 14 at 9/8c and the episodes are all an hour long. In preparation, VH1 has released new promo pics of the cast which features Chrissy Lampkin, (the girlfriend of rapper Jim Jones), Somaya Reece (an upcoming rapper), Emily Bustamante (Fabolous' baby mama) singer Olivia, and the new chick, Kimbella Vanderhee (Juelz Santana baby mama) and Yandy Smith (Jim Jones ex-manager). We shared with you earlier the super teaser for this season, showing a dramatic beatdown between Chrissy and Kimbella, Emily moving on and away from Fabolous, Somaya and Olivia working on their careers, and what seems to be a dramatic split between Yandy and Jim Jones, the drama will be huge.
Here are the new official promo pics: Yandy Smith
Somaya Reece Olivia Kimbella Vanderhee
Emily Bustamante
Chrissy Lampkin
Photog: Piotr Sikora |
| Big Sean & Nicki Minaj's "Dance (A$$) Remix" Video Posted: 01 Nov 2011 04:25 PM PDT Big Sean just dropped his brand new video for his remix single for the efficiently titled "Dance (Ass)." And he has Nicki Minaj--who also appears on the remix--taking up one of the video vixen slots.
Check it inside... A bootylicious Nicki decided to make it clap and make that mutha **** Hammertime in Big Sean's new video. The original track appears on his debut album Finally Famous. Big Sean tweeted:@NICKIMINAJ u did dat baby. Show'd em how to do it. You feelin' it?
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| CUTENESS! Tichina Arnold Slings Her Baby On Their Shopping Trip Posted: 01 Nov 2011 03:05 PM PDT
Look at that cutie patootie! No, Tichina Arnold isn't toting around a brand new (human) baby. She gave her pup its own baby sling for their shopping trip.
Pics inside...
An animal print baby sling for the dog! Celebs love their pets....and you gotta love that. As actress and mother of one (human) daughter, Tichina Arnold, made her way around The Grove in L.A. yesterday, her furry friend got to lounge in the baby sling while Tichina shopped for some doggie clothes. That's the good life.... Pics via SPLASH |
| Posted: 01 Nov 2011 01:52 PM PDT
Rick Ross is set to make his first tv appearance, since suffering two seizures a few weeks ago, on BET's "106 & Park" tonight. Get the deets on his health and pics from the taping inside, plus see Kandi Burruss and Gabby Sidibe making the rounds to promote their ish....
In a pre-recorded appearance taped yesterday, Rick Ross stopped by "106 & Park" (airing later today) to lend support to his protege Wale, whose second LP Ambition hits stores today.
These coochie-high instead of thigh-high boots though Rocsi.... When asked about his health, Rick comfirmed that he suffered two seizures while on flight. He said he remembered waking up in the hospital and was ordered to stay on bed rest. He also attributed his health issues to a lack of sleep. Hopefully Rick will take his doctors more seriously because he added that he went back in the studio to record new music while he was SUPPOSED to be on bed rest. SMH....
And in NYC this morning......
Kandi Burruss stopped by the "TODAY" Show for a very brief interview promoting the start of "Real Housewives of Atlanta" on Nov 6th. Kandi spoke about her own reality spin-off we already reported, and she also joked about the "bedroom candy" she will soon be selling. It turned Al Roker's face red! Watch the interview here:
And on "The View".......
The ALWAYS charming Gabby Sidibe stopped by "The View" to promote her new film Tower Heist which she stars in alongside Ben Stiller and Eddie Murphy. She talked about flirting with Eddie on screen and showcased her Jamaican accent. Then, she had a very touching moment where she addressed the critics who said she'd never work again after the movie Precious. She told the ladies that she doesn't listen to public opinion because, "I've never felt more powerful. And I'm strong. And I'm Amazing." Take that haters! Photos via: Jon Ricard/BET |
| Cassie's Hot Outtakes For Carol's Daughter Posted: 01 Nov 2011 12:51 PM PDT
Model and singer Cassie Ventura has more pics from her recent Carol's Daughter shoots. Check out the pretty spokeswoman inside...
After the 25-year-old's first round of promo shots and ads with fellow spokeswomen Selita Ebanks and Solange Knowles have already infiltrated the net, here's Cassie's outtakes from those shoots.
Loving the black and white pics.
And her new ad for the Chocolat collection. You feelin' these pics?
By the way, Cass just wrapped shooting the music video for her new single “King Of Hearts“ (pictured on set above). She tapped LaurieAnn Gibson as her choreographer...of course. Pics via Cassie-Ventura.com |
| Posted: 01 Nov 2011 11:57 AM PDT  Draya Michele, one of the most controversial castmembers of "Basketball Wives: L.A." stopped by "The Wendy Williams Show" today to dish on all the rumors about her parenting skills (or lack thereof), dating Chris Brown, and just how much she was really "passed around" the NBA. Watch it inside..... Earlier today, Draya Michele stopped by "The Wendy Williams Show" to clear up all the rumors we've heard about her even BEFORE she started on "BBW: LA." Wendy wasted no time and asked Draya is she's dated over a dozen professional basketball players. And while she didn't give a specific number, Draya made it seem as though 12 was too many. Despite the fact we've seen her in thisclose pics with far more than 12 ball payers. But we digress. Wendy asked if she has really been "passed around" between three players in one night. So Draya said,
Oh...nice to know. Wendy then asked if Draya felt like she would ever find a man who truly loved her since her "groupie" past is on full display. She replied, “Anything you do in your past can be cleaned up.” On the parenting issue, Draya tried to avoid the whole "child endangerment" arrest situation saying,
Hmm......well, that isn't exactly a denial. Lastly, she talked about Chris Brown saying,
She added that she caught him at a very vulnerable time in his life since it was after the Rihanna fiasco. Watch the interview is here: |
| VERY PREGGERS PUMPKIN PICKIN': Nia Long & Fam Hit Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch! Posted: 01 Nov 2011 11:24 AM PDT
Gotta love a family who hunts together for the perfect pumpkin. 9-months-pregnant Nia Long isn't letting her ready-to-pop-any-minute-now belly stop her from the pumpkin search. Pics of the actress, her boyfriend Ime Udoka, and son Massai Jr. at Mr. Bones inside....
Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch in West Hollywood sees all the celebs, and Nia Long and her fam are the latest bunch.
The mom-to-be twice over helped her two favorite boys pick out the best Halloween and autumn decor this week. She told EBONY mag in the November 2011 issue that this baby is a surprise that she asked God for.
Chick looks ready to pop any day now. Her due date was end of October....which means now. Still lookin' cute Nia! Photos via SPLASH |
| JANET JACKSON Gets Green With Fabness For HARPER'S BAZAAR Arabia! Posted: 01 Nov 2011 10:27 AM PDT
Ms. Jackson looks like green perfection on the November 2011 cover of Harper's Bazaar Arabia magazine. And the "Goddess" is celebrating almost 40 years in the entertainment game. Bow down inside...
Music legend Janet Jackson looked amazing in a long sleeved lace overlay bustier inspired dress for the cover and inside spread of Arabian Bazaar. She rocked the shoot while in the area during a stop on her Number One's tour. So she was also chosen to help the UAE celebrate it's anniversary and to kick off the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. More gorgeous pics from the mag:
The hair and makeup is giving me the "Scream" video vibe--which is one of my fave looks for Janet.
These shots on the racing track are absolutely stunning. WORK Miss Jackson. Pics spotted at That Grape Juice |
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