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- Raven Symone Heads To "Sister Act" On BROADWAY!+Romeo Miller Nabs Lead In "Madea's Witness Protection"
- WORK IT OUT: LeBron Pedals His Way To Work In Miami
- CAMO CHICK: Rihanna SPOTTED Clubbing In West Hollywood
- Paula Patton, Adepero Oduye, & More Get GLAM For VANITY FAIR's Hollywood Issue
- VIDEO FAB: David Guetta's "Turn Me On" Featuring Nicki Minaj
- It's Your 35th Birthday Kerry Washington!
- Raven Symone POSES For The "NOH8" Campaign + Jessica White ROCKS H&M Lingerie
- VIDEO FAB: Tyrese's "Nothing On You" Trailer Starring Chilli!
- BEACH BABY: Alicia Keys & Swizz Beatz Hit the Beach In Hawaii With Baby Egypt!
- VIDEO FAB: Busta Rhymes "Why Stop Now" Featuring Chris Brown + Olivia RELEASES The "Walk Away" Video
- BALLER BABY ON THE WAY: Pacer Dahntay Jones & Wife Valeisha Butterfield Are EXPECTING!
- T.O. Stops By "WENDY"--Talks Being DONE With Mo & Kita & Finally Meeting His 5-Year-Old Son + J.R. Smith's Sister FIGHTS FANS In CHina
- BASKETBALL LOVER: Gabrielle Union GOES GOLD For OCEAN DRIVE MAGAZINE
- NOW SHOOTING: "Mistresses Of Atlanta" Reality Show...With Maliah Michel, Memphitz, & More?!
| Posted: 31 Jan 2012 09:08 AM PST YBF Chick Raven Symone just landed a new gig. And this one's on Broadway! Get the deets inside, plus Tyler Perry's eyebrow-raising casting decision for his new movie, Madea's Witness Protection... Raven's bringing her animated and "extra" personality and voice to the big stage again. The 26-year-old was just cast as the lead role in Broadway's adaptation of the musical Sister Act, which opened last April. Deadline reports she's taking over as the new Deloris Van Cartier, the role originated on the silver screen by Whoopi Goldberg. Raven starts rehearsals in February and takes the stage the end of March at the Broadway Theater. Congrats to her! Fun fact: Raven made her Broadway debut when she was 5...singing with the Boys Choir of Harlem.
Speaking of youngins landing big roles, 22-year-old Romeo Miller (son of Master P and co-star of Jumping The Broom) was just cast as the co-lead in Tyler Perry's umpteenth Madea movie. The former "Dancing With The Stars" cutie will star in Madea's Witness Protection--Tyler's fourth movie of 2012. That man Mr. Perry does not quit. And since Tyler is good for casting folks we haven't seen in a while, he's brought on Marla Gibbs ("227"), John Amos ("Good Times"), Eugene Levy (American Pie), Denise Richards, and Tom Arnold. The synopsis of the movie: Eugene Levy stars in the film as George, a high level CFO at the center of a Ponzi scheme in New York City who is enrolled in the Witness Protection program along with his family in the one place that absolutely no one will think to look for them: Madea's house down South. Romeo Miller stars as Jake, a friend of Brian (an attorney who places the family in Madea's care, also played by Tyler Perry) who was affected by the scam; Amos as Jake's (Romeo Miller's) father in the film, and Gibbs appears as Madea's neighbor. Tyler's other movie, Good Deeds, starring Gabby Union and Thandie Newton, hits theaters February 24th.  |
| WORK IT OUT: LeBron Pedals His Way To Work In Miami Posted: 31 Jan 2012 08:17 AM PST While most athletes are having a pre-game dinner or pre-game talks or other rituals, Heat star LeBron James is biking his way to work. Pics of Bron Bron pedaling his way down the Miami streets inside... Miami Heat superstar forward LeBron James was spotted riding his bike to work Sunday afternoon ahead of his game against the Chicago Bulls. Because of the Miami marathon, traffic was busy around the AmericanAirlines Arena before the game. So to ensure he got to work on time and for a pre-game workout, the newly engaged Mr. James rode with two of his associates to the arena. Of course some fans had to hop in the pics. Wonder what those drivers were thinking when they looked out their window and saw a giant pedaling next to them. But the bike ride must have helped--LeBron scored 35 points and a 97-93 win over the Bulls. Pics via SPLASH BONUS: Speaking of NBA folks, Clippers star Blake Griffin's slam dunk last night has sports fans having an orgasmic fit:
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| CAMO CHICK: Rihanna SPOTTED Clubbing In West Hollywood Posted: 31 Jan 2012 07:01 AM PST Rihanna was spotted out clubbing in West Hollywood recently in her best spandex. See the pics inside and find out about the fancy art piece she recently commissioned. She's set to headline the UK's Barclaycard Wireless Fest alongside her homie-lover-friend Drake this summer (July 7-8) in London's Hyde Park. And Rihanna was spotted leaving Greystone Manor Nightclub in West Hollywood this week. In this get-up: Rih rocked an army fatigue cap, and tight black skirt and a belly-revealing blouse paired with black pumps. She also added her gold belly chain and black leather jacket. Feel like we just transported back to the early 90's. By the way, Rihanna doesn't just spend her money on clothes. The chick is also investing in art. Recently, she added to her growing art collection by purchasing a $160,000 of Marilyn Monroe made of 65,000 Swarovski crystals! RiRi commissioned the piece from British artist Claire Milner. The custom piece took four months to complete and weighs 182 pounds! Of the piece, Claire said, "A 100 percent Swarovski crystal portrait is very luxurious -- people stand and stare because it constantly changes color, sending rainbows round the room." "I tried to show the glitter of the public life and then the sadness in Marilyn's eyes." Pretty hot though...  |
| Paula Patton, Adepero Oduye, & More Get GLAM For VANITY FAIR's Hollywood Issue Posted: 31 Jan 2012 06:55 AM PST The famed annual Hollywood Issue of Vanity Fair is out. And it's a 3-page pullout of the ladies deemed to be Hollywood's IT girls of the moment. This year, 2 YBF chicks are featured. Check out Paula Patton and Adepero Oduye making their VF debuts inside... Mission Impossible 4 star Paula Patton (left) and Pariah star Adepero Oduye in their sexy satin dresses joined several actresses for the Old Hollywood (20's and 30's) themed glammed up Vanity Fair spread, shot by Mario Testino. The Art Deco set was designed to evoke the all-white, Jazz Age interiors of English decorator Syrie Maugham and to resemble a sexy boudoir. Other glamourous actresses--Rooney Mara, Mia Wasikowska, Jennifer Lawrence, Jessica Chastain, Elizabeth Olsen, Shailene Woodley, Felicity Jones, Lily Collins, and Brit Marling--are featured across the 3 panels as well. Brooklyn native Adepero (standing) is an Ivy League graduate of Cornell University, and has theater credits spanning many stages like the Yale Repertory Theatre. Her movie, Pariah, which also stars Kim Wayans, was a hit amongst the independent-movie-going crowd. Pariah is all about a Brooklyn teen juggling conflicting identities while risking friendship, heartbreak, and family in a desperate search for sexual expression. Here's the behind the scenes footage from the cover shoot:
Click the thumbnail below for the full sized 3-panel pullout cover:  |
| VIDEO FAB: David Guetta's "Turn Me On" Featuring Nicki Minaj Posted: 31 Jan 2012 06:14 AM PST Nicki Minaj is club king David Guetta's newest muse. Check the robotic visuals for "Turn Me On" inside..... Everything David Guetta touches seems to turn to platinum and his latest collab with Nicki Minaj is no exception. ALREADY a hit in several countries around the world, the pair now have a visual for their hit. The pair perform to a room full of sexy "plastic" people.
Watch "Turn Me On" here: The Randomness: 1. Ava DuVernay becomes the 1st Black woman to win best director at Sundance. Story.  |
| It's Your 35th Birthday Kerry Washington! Posted: 31 Jan 2012 05:30 AM PST It's hard to believe but Kerry Washington, the star of ABC's "Scandal" turns 35 today. As one of the hardest working actresses in Hollywood, whether on the big screen on the small, Kerry consistently delivers...and her sense of style is just as hot. Come inside to celebrate this fab chick... As she causes a "Scandal" promoting her new ABC show, Kerry Washington continues to keep her well-heeled toes in the worlds of fashion, politics and movies. And as this year's "ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood" honoree, she proves that she is showing the next generation of Black entertainers how to make it. Celebrate Kerry's style in the gallery..... HAPPY BIRTHDAY!  |
| Raven Symone POSES For The "NOH8" Campaign + Jessica White ROCKS H&M Lingerie Posted: 30 Jan 2012 02:54 PM PST Raven Symone has lent her beautiful face to the very popular NOH8 campaign. See her photos inside and see Jessica White modeling H&M lingerie...... Raven Symone got dolled up recently to lend her support to the NOH8 capaign and marriage equality. And in her pics.....Raven looks gorgeous! And if you like the photo of Raven in the furry hat, it is available for purchase. The campaign tweeted, @MissRavenSymone poses for @NOH8Campaign http://t.co/tLCtdfJh #NOH8WorldWide #AllLove” Follow the link to support the cause!
And in other photoshoots..... Jessica White just made H&M sexy!
The supermodel is looking superhot as she models the company's lingerie line and gives Victoria's Secret a run for their money.  |
| VIDEO FAB: Tyrese's "Nothing On You" Trailer Starring Chilli! Posted: 30 Jan 2012 02:42 PM PST Tyrese has released a sexy video teaser for the "Nothing On You" track and it stars Chilli as his love interest. Watch it inside.... Tyrese has released a teaser for his "Nothing On You" video off his Open Invitation disc. The video stars TLC's Chilli as his love interest and features her feeding him exotic fruits. With a story line that paints a vivid picture of love and of a man assuring his woman there is no one else for him, there couldn't have been a more perfectly appropriate premiere date for the video than Valentine's Day, February 14, 2012.
Talking about his co-star, Tyrese said, "Sexy, smart, classy , grace and integrity doesn't come easy all in one woman these days. When Chilli agreed to do my "Nothing On You" video, I just knew it would be special. The wait is over - on And Chilli said, Tyrese also dropped a not to his fans saying, A NOTE FROM TYRESE: Because of you, 2011 has been the best year of my life in all aspects My "Open Invitation RELOADED" album is going to be re-released on Respectfully, President and CEO of Voltron Recordz Watch the video here:  |
| BEACH BABY: Alicia Keys & Swizz Beatz Hit the Beach In Hawaii With Baby Egypt! Posted: 30 Jan 2012 01:59 PM PST Baby Egypt Dean is living it up these days. The uber cutie patootie was decked out in his baby beach gear and sun hat on the beach in Hawaii today. Pics of the happy musical fam--Alicia Keys & Swizz Beatz--inside... How cute! Egypt and daddy Swizzy shared a pacifier while chillin' in the ocean today. And mommy Alicia is still celebrating her 31st birthday with her fam on vacay. The "Stick Fly" Broadway show producer, who rocked a few cute coverups and sarongs and a striped bikini on vacay, tweeted yesterday: I've never seen a starrier sky I've never felt a more beautiful breeze I've never been more alive And It brings me to my knees! Sweet! Pics via SPLASH  |
| VIDEO FAB: Busta Rhymes "Why Stop Now" Featuring Chris Brown + Olivia RELEASES The "Walk Away" Video Posted: 30 Jan 2012 01:11 PM PST
Busta Rhymes and Chris Brown have teamed up again for Busta's latest track, "Why Stop Now." Watch the video inside and also see "Love & Hip Hop" star Olivia in her "Walk Away" video. In his Hype Williams-directed video, Busta Rhymes calls on Chris Brown for his latest club banger. And the visual also features some of Busta's biggest fans as he selected people from fan-submitted videos to appear in the clip citing his verse.
Watch the video here:
Also in videos..... Just in time for National Teen Domestic Violence Month, VH-1's "Love & Hip Hop" star Olivia has released her second video, "Walk Away." The vid was directed by Alastair "Gee-Lock" Christopher. In the visuals, Olivia tries to convince a friend to find the inner strength to leave a bad situation.
Watch the video here:  |
| BALLER BABY ON THE WAY: Pacer Dahntay Jones & Wife Valeisha Butterfield Are EXPECTING! Posted: 30 Jan 2012 12:43 PM PST Indiana Pacers' Guard-Forward Dahntay Jones is the newest baller with a baby on the way. He and wife Valeisha Butterfield-Jones--founder of WEEN--are pregnant!
Deets inside... Valeisha and Dahntay got married 6 months ago in her home state of North Carolina. And they wasted no time popping out a baby. Valeisha celebrated her birthday today by posting to her Facebook page this announcement:
The former executive director of Russell Simmons' Hip Hop Summit Action Network is now the director of President Obama’s National Youth Vote Director for his 2012 bid for re-election. Valeisha recently told EDGE magazine how she found love with Dahntay after her two failed relationships with ex-fiance' The Game and ex-boyfriend Terrence J:
Congrats to the couple!  |
| Posted: 30 Jan 2012 12:01 PM PST Terrell Owens stopped by "WENDY" today to talk about his money woes, meeting his 5-yr-old son and why he's not friends with Mo and Kita. Watch Wendy dish on their interview inside and find out about JR Smith's sister fighting in China during a basketball game. Terrrell Owens chatted with Wendy Williams today where they talked in-depth about the GQ interview he gave detailing his money problems, issues with baby mommas and distrust of Mo and Kita. Wendy discussed the GQ article at length asking him about his money woes (he had tons of bad investments), why he doesn't trust anyone (a friend stole $300K + Mo and Kita pitched a TV behind his back), his 4 baby mamas (he said he loves his kids but really didn't know any of the women) and why he is lonely (the grandmother who raised him passed away recently). He also shared that he is now a part of an indoor football league and hopes to return to the NFL one day. After the show, Wendy sat down and gave her opinion about the interview wondering if we should feel sorry for T.O. or not. Sigh..... Watch the clip here.....
And over in China...... Both the sister as well as the girlfriend of former NBA baller J.R. Smith (currently playing for the Chinese Basketball Asso.) have been blamed for a fight that broke out last night during J.R.'s Zhejiang squad's game against the host Tianjin. After fans heckled J.R., his girlfriend got into a shoving match with Tianjin fans while his sister Stephanie flipped the crowd the double-bird. These tatts on this chick though... Though she also had a fight earlier this month, Stephanie said this one wasn't her fault and she was just defending herself. She tweeted, 1st of all neither of us is embarrassed by each other. 2nd of all if ppl are throwing things and spitting at u what do u do? Um.....offending folks overseas aint a good look....  |
| BASKETBALL LOVER: Gabrielle Union GOES GOLD For OCEAN DRIVE MAGAZINE Posted: 30 Jan 2012 11:07 AM PST Gabrielle Union is showcasing her fabness for Ocean Drive Magazine. The gorgeous actress rocked a gold fish-scale like dress for the cover of the Miami based mag, and she talked about why the MIA has become more of a home to her than any other place. We're sure her Heat star boyfriend has a lot to do with that.
Pics and interview highlights inside... Posing in bold colors, shaggy accents, furs, and a basketball, Gabby is looking fabulous in the February 2012 issue of OCEAN DRIVE Magazine. And she revealed why keeping her home in L.A. that she bought with her own money is important. But why she still hates being away from Miami. The 39-year-old Good Deeds actress is revealing why she feels Miami is the only place she can truly be herself. And why she never thought about being a mother...but can envision it 5 years from now:
No longer having to audition, can live double lives in Miami and L.A., and has a man who adores her--no matter what folks say. Must be nice....  |
| NOW SHOOTING: "Mistresses Of Atlanta" Reality Show...With Maliah Michel, Memphitz, & More?! Posted: 30 Jan 2012 10:11 AM PST We were hoping this wasn't really happening...but it is. A cast of approximately 5 people is now shooting a brand new reality show based on folks "making it happen" in ATL. And Memphitz is likely at the helm.
And seeing that stripper Maliah Michel, a few other booty models, and singer/rapper wanna-bes are all involved, we're going with the usual sow premise of "We're showing you why partying and flaunting our enlarged asses is such hard work." Deets inside... Despite the fact she still lives in Houston, stripper/multi-rapper arm piece Maliah Michel is starring in an upcoming reality show with the working title of "Mistresses of Atlanta". Based on the numerous tweets from cast members, photographers, makeup artists, and clothing designers outfitting them for the show, today is Day 3 of shooting. And the above shot is from today's promo photoshoot. Reportedly, the cast consists of one guy who goes by the twitter name of SoleHeir (above), Maliah, Model/stripper Rosee Divine, model Sarah Oliver, rapper M’Jae and singer Strings. Whoever these people are. We've also learned that Toya's husband Memphitz is involved with the project in some way--likely producing it via his production company Do Work Ent.--as he's constantly pubbing the cast members and their promo photoshoots. Makeup artist Latasha Wright tweeted a pic with M'Jae saying:
And cast member M'Jae tweeted a recent pic with Toya and daughter Reginae on a set: Maliah has been linked to Drake, Sean Kingston, and others and is well known for her pole skills at a strip club in Houston, as well as traveling around the country for parties and guest appearances at strip clubs. She partied with the cast recently (cast shot and above pic) and at Luxe Lounge in DC last weekend: Rosee is raising a ruckus around the net for her seemingly fake assets: Ummm....
And the rest of the cast: M'Jae SoleHeir Stringz Sarah Oliver And more pics from today's set and recent party: I see 2012 will continue the the stripper/booty model/mistress on a pedastal trend. Yes indeed....  |
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