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- MUSIC FAB: Nicki Minaj's "The Boys" Featuring Cassie
- MUSIC FAB: Kanye West's "To The World" Ft. R. Kelly
- Serena Williams Spotted With Her New Boo In France--Coach Patrick Mouratoglou!
- PRAISE THE "LORT" It's Your 43rd BIRTHDAY Tyler Perry!
- Happy 34th BIRTHDAY Swizz Beatz!
- Kanye & Kim, Swizz & Egypt, Tyra, Lil Kim & More Wind Down FASHION WEEK Shows
- Elle Varner GETS FLIRTY For Premiere DIGITAL COVER Of STUFF FLY PEOPLE LIKE + Ciara DROPS "Sorry" VIDEO SNEAK PEEK
- Chris Brown Gets FIGHTER JET Tattoo In SAME SPOT As Rihanna's LATEST INK!
- Chad Johnson CHARGED With Battery Over Headbutt
- Nas & Kelis Party With Son Knight...Nas Says They Won't ROMANTICALLY Reunite, But They ARE Friends
- KNOT AGAIN: Eric & Jennifer Williams BEEFING Over Court Dates On TWITTER!
- So...Fantasia's Baby's Daddy Antwaun Cook ADMITS In Court That He DID Cheat On Wife With Fanny! [Court Docs Included]
- First Lady Michelle Obama TEACHES THE DOUGIE To Dr. Oz + The Obamas Prep For The Jay-Z & Beyonce-Hosted $40K A Plate Fundraiser
- CONFIRMED: Daphne Wayans, Ex-Wife Of Keenan Ivory Wayans, Joins "Hollywood Exes" Cast
- "SCANDAL" Stars Kerry Washington, Shonda Rhimes & Columbus Short DAZZLE At ABC's Fall Preview Party
| MUSIC FAB: Nicki Minaj's "The Boys" Featuring Cassie Posted: 13 Sep 2012 10:00 AM PDT Rapper Nicki Minaj teamed with Cassie for her latest track "The Boys" featuring Cassie. Nicki Minaj has just dropped a catchy pop-tingled track called "The Boys" featuring Cassie. On the track she imitates Joseline Hernadez saying, "Did you really luv me Steebie?" The song will likely appear on the deluxe edition of Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded: The Re-Up. The disc will feature new tracks and artwork. Listen to the track here:  | ||||
| MUSIC FAB: Kanye West's "To The World" Ft. R. Kelly Posted: 13 Sep 2012 09:07 AM PDT A new track from Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music disc Cruel Summer leaked last night, along with the album. Listen to "To The World" featuring R. Kelly inside.... Kanye West teamed with R. Kelly on the opening track for G.O.O.D. Music's Cruel Summer compilation dic (Sept. 18). The album features 12 tracks including 'Mercy' and 'Clique'. Meanwhile, R. Kelly fans can catch him on tour with Tamia and Kelis for "The Single Ladies" Tour starting Oct. 13. And Kanye just copped 17 BET Hip Hop Award nominations. The show goes down September 29th. Listen to the track below:  | ||||
| Serena Williams Spotted With Her New Boo In France--Coach Patrick Mouratoglou! Posted: 13 Sep 2012 08:27 AM PDT Serena Williams got herself a new boo--and she's been keeping it a secret! Pics have surfaced from France this morning that show the ultimate Tennis champ canoodling around Paris with her coach/adviser, Patrick Mouratoglou. The twosome have their hands in each other's pockets, they're hugging while walking and they're clearly very into each other.
Check the pics inside...
Patrick Mouratoglou is the founder and head coach of the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy, located close to Paris. After doing a little digging, we discovered Patrick may not be her coach in the traditional sense, but more of an adviser she used during Wimbledon 2012. Patrick, who called Serena "amazing" on his Twitter after she won the Grand Slam this past weekend, also gushed after her win: 15th Grand Slam for Serena. Great summer with 2 GS and the gold medal at Olympics. Very proud to be part of the journey. Very proud of u....Just proud of her. Sweet!
The twosome were also pictured (above) looking pretty happy together while watching the French Open back in June...  | ||||
| PRAISE THE "LORT" It's Your 43rd BIRTHDAY Tyler Perry! Posted: 13 Sep 2012 08:10 AM PDT
Television mogul Tyler Perry turns 34 today. Celebrate with Tyler inside..... Tyler Perry shared an adorable photo on his website of himself as a baby for his 43rd birthday today. The funnyman with the Midas touch has created his own lane in entertainment with plays, books, movies and television and has proven you don't have to accept other people's limitations. He posted today,
Although his Atlanta based studio has literally been on fire (just like his career) we're sure Tyler will spend his 43rd year pumping out more fabulous entertainment.
Celebrate Tyler's special day in our gallery.....  | ||||
| Happy 34th BIRTHDAY Swizz Beatz! Posted: 13 Sep 2012 07:34 AM PDT Daddy, hubby, hitmaker & designer Swizz Beatz turns 34 today. Kick it with the beatmaster inside....
Hip-Hop's true renaissance man Swizz Beatz celebrates the 34th birthday today. Since entering the game with a turntable, Swizz has become one of the most sought after men for just about everything. Whether it's his expertise on shoes with Reebok, the music industry with NYU or style with various magazines, he always knows how to display a new side of his talent....and make money from it! While in the studio earlier, doing what he does best, he tweeted this video: He said, "This Is How I'm Bringing In My Bday In The Studio" Check out Swizz and his swag in the gallery.....  | ||||
| Kanye & Kim, Swizz & Egypt, Tyra, Lil Kim & More Wind Down FASHION WEEK Shows Posted: 12 Sep 2012 09:36 PM PDT Kanye West, Kim Kardashian and Tyra Banks were spotted sharing the front row during Fashion Week yesterday. See their pics, Tika Sumpter, Tamar Braxton and more inside..... Kim & Kanye made their way to the Marchesa show today--with Kim dressed in the designer's Spring 2012 RTW collection duds with the tight white dress including the shaggy embellished addition, plus her new Manolo Blahnik gunmetal BB point-toe pumps:
Tyra Banks (in a slightly altered Resort 2012 Marchesa dress) joined the K's on the front row.
Kim and Kanye also went to the Louise Goldin show at Milk Studios later Wednesday. Kim changed into a black skirt with a sheer panel by the British designer, plus a black & white Varsity jacket. Fans can expect a womenswear collab from the designer and Kanye real soon. She also helped him with his latest line of clothing. Tyra Banks was also spotted on her way to the Jeremy Scott show. And while chillin' front row, she practiced her pout with Ryan Lochte on the front row. Jay Manuel and June Ambrose attended the whimsical Nanette Lepore show during Spring 2013 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week yesterday. June def knows how to brighten things up with yummy fashion. Hot pink turban bow, heel-ess snakeskin shoes, neon structured bag and a bright and playful hot pink and yellow printed pantsuit with a peplum embellishment. Loves it all! June wore a brightly color pink and yellow ensemble and she killed it! Check out the matching handbag.... Jay and June sat front row. And we love Jay's boots. Sami Gayle and Soledad O'Brien both attended Nanette Lepore's show and posed together shortly before it began. Meanwhile, Tika Sumpter sat front row at the Milly show in a cutesy neon and black lace cocktail dress with hot pink heels. She kicked it next to Tinsley Mortimer. Lil' Kim posed with bubbly designer Betsy Johnson during her presentation on Tuesday. Are Kimmy's blond tresses an homage to Betsy's? Because... Angela Simmons also attended Betsy's show....in a cute jumper. And Adrienne Bailon posed with "Empire Girls" co-star Julissa Bermudez. These two ae still making their never ending camera rounds. Talk show maven Wendy Williams attended Betsy's presentation wearing her usual black dress and pop of color on the feet.
Swizz Beatz and his son Egypt were spotted hitting up the shows and sat next to Paris Hilton at the Jeremy Scott show today. And Tamar Braxton, getting her life in this fitted leather dress and long fishtail braid, closed out the ELLE/Style360's "Front Row Couture" Show Tuesday. Photos via Jennifer Mitchell/Splash/Robin Marchant/WireImage/Ben Gabbe/WireImage  | ||||
| Posted: 12 Sep 2012 05:22 PM PDT Singer Elle Varner rocked a cutsey photoshoot for the premiere digital cover of Stuff Fly People Like. See pics and highlights inside and watch a preview of Ciara's "Sorry" vid.
Singer Elle Varner, who counts First Lady Michelle Obama and daughter Malia among her biggest fans, stars in the first digital cover for SFPL. Inside, she dishes on finding out she had fans at The White House saying, “I couldn’t believe it. I thought at first it was just a rumor, but then I watched [the video of Michelle Obama saying her daughter are listening to Elle Varner] and it was definitely real." “I was shocked but also proud that the White House approves my music for their precious daughters to listen to. I made an album that simply told my story, and that it could be appreciated by both a 14-year-old and her mother [is amazing].” And when asked about her unique musical style the singer revealed a desire to bring The Blues back to R&B. She said,
When the "Perfectly Imperfect" singer was asked to give her own definition of "fly," she said, “…the way you treat people, the things you say and do more than what you are wearing, driving, etc. It’s the love that surrounds you and the love you give.” She also defined her sense of style saying, "My style is fun, unpredictable, and unique. I wear a lot of bows and glasses as accessories. I don’t wear things for shock value, but more to express how I’m feeling that day or in that moment. I definitely like to push the envelope.” Looking good Miss Elle! Check out the full article over at SFPL.
And in music videos........... Ciara has released a sneak preview of her new "Sorry" video. The single, which will be available September 25, will appear on her upcoming One Woman Army disc which drops later this year. Watch it above.....
Photos via Andrew Fennell  | ||||
| Chris Brown Gets FIGHTER JET Tattoo In SAME SPOT As Rihanna's LATEST INK! Posted: 12 Sep 2012 04:26 PM PDT Pop crooner Chris Brown has revealed a new fighter jet tattoo. Across his tummy. See the pic inside....
We told you earlier about Chris Brown's sugar skull tattoo and now he's added another tatt to his chest/torso area. His latest ink, a fighter jet, is interesting because it' in same area as Rihanna's goddess tribute to her Gran Gran Dolly. Chris' ink was designed by John Petro who tweeted, "About to go in on this #fighterjet #f16 #plane #tattoo on #chrisbrown." At some point, Chris and RiRi are going to look like mobile museums......
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| Chad Johnson CHARGED With Battery Over Headbutt Posted: 12 Sep 2012 04:08 PM PDT Chad Johnson was officially charged with battery today. Details inside... After his arrest last month for head butting his estranged wife Evelyn Lozada, ex-Miami Dolphin Chad Johnson was just charged for battery by the State Attorney for Broward County, Florida. If convicted, according to TMZ, dude is headed to the slammer for a year if he gets the max penalty. Meanwhile, Chad still refuses to sign those divorce papers Evelyn handed to him. I doubt any tattoo or pleas of love will change her mind at this point Chad. By the way, he tweeted the above pic this week and said, "Up for adoption... family with good credit preferably..." Ha!  | ||||
| Nas & Kelis Party With Son Knight...Nas Says They Won't ROMANTICALLY Reunite, But They ARE Friends Posted: 12 Sep 2012 03:12 PM PDT Nas and Kelis are getting along just fine these days. Even attending kiddie parties together. Pics of the twosome chillin' with their 3-year-old son Knight and co. inside, plus what Nas had to say about a possible reunion... At a recent party for a cute little baby, Nas and his ex-wife Kelis were spotted spending some civil QT together, and with their son Knight. Cute! We're not sure if Kelis is still off the market and dating other people, but Nas made it clear today that he and his ex-wife are just friends after their divorce 3 years ago. And there's no romantic reunion in their future. He told TMZ--while out to diner with Ke Ke last night--that things are all good despite the child support and medical expenses battle:
Can't lie. We kinda loved these two together. By the way, Nas is putting on a New Year's Eve concert at Radio City Music Hall...and his opening act is Elle Varner. Tickets go on pre-sale tomorrow.  | ||||
| KNOT AGAIN: Eric & Jennifer Williams BEEFING Over Court Dates On TWITTER! Posted: 12 Sep 2012 02:06 PM PDT Estranged couple Jennifer Williams and Eric Williams had a Twitter spat recently over why their divorce is taking so long. See their fight inside..... Former NBA baller Eric Williams is beefing with estranged wife Jennifer Williams over a few missed phone calls and prolonged court dates. It all started when Eric lashed out at former 'Basketball Wives" star Jen for for not calling him. Jennifer, who seemed super annoyed, responded that she's sick of him dragging out their court date and he doesn't pick up personal calls either. It seems like they could have been divorced by now, but Eric is apparently stalling. She's clearly over this marriage. And so is the rest of the public. Not a "Knot" emoticon though! Eric then insinuated that Jen only tweets him when she wants attention and isn't really handling "their" business behind the scenes. Hmmm...what business do they have at this pont besides turning "I Do" into "I Don't?" We'll keep you posted....  | ||||
| Posted: 12 Sep 2012 01:08 PM PDT Remember when Antwaun Cook, his publicist in a formal statement, and Fantasia claimed that Antwaun and his wife, Paula, were split up before they started dating? Well, even though we already knew this was a lie, Antwaun has finally fessed up in court.
Get the court docs inside...
We got our hands on filed documents (from August 28th) from Mecklenburg County Courthouse that show that Antwaun Cook finally admitted to what his wife has said over the past 2 years. 'Twaun was indeed still married during his relationship with singer Fantasia Barrino. Why would Fanny & 'Twaun try to cover up their cheating? Because in the state of North Carolina, a wife has the right to sue a mistress. So all attempts were made to prevent that from happening. When Paula and Antwaun Cook went to court in 2010 to have a judge determine their official separation date, it is was widely claimed that he and Fantasia lied so that Paula wouldn't have grounds to sue Fanny. Now, Antwaun, who's rumored to have recently dated "Bad Girls Club" chick Kendra James, has finally admitted in a legal document that they didn't separate in September of 2009 as he first claimed, but it was actually June of 2010. (Note #3 in Section 1) This means that the two-timer was still with his wife when he and Fantasia were publicly dating, traveling, and making Baby Dallas (pictured above). Personal financial information about Paula has been blacked out. As of today, Paula has only sued her estranged husband Antwaun. Is Fanny next? Check out the court docs attached.
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| Posted: 12 Sep 2012 12:14 PM PDT First Lady Michelle Obama appeared on "The Dr. Oz. Show" today where she promoted exercise and helped him with his Dougie skills. See the clip inside and find out about the fundraiser Jay-Z and Beyonce are hosting for her Presidential hubby. Also, get the deets on her upcoming speech for the Congressional Black Caucus.
As she tries to whip Americans into shape, First Lady Michelle Obama appeared on "The Dr. Oz Show" today touting her Let's Move campaign. While there, she dished on the President's campaign trail diet and talked about improving school lunches. During a fun part of the segment, she told Dr. Oz that she sometimes hits the dougie with Sasha and Malia as a form of exercise. She then demonstrated some of her moves and attempted to school Dr. Oz on them. Check the clip below:
The episode airs today.
And next Tuesday.......
The President and First Lady will attend an exclusive fundraiser/dinner hosted by Jay-Z and Beyonce at the 40/40 Club in NYC. The guest list is limited to 100 people and tickets cost $40,000 per plate. The Prez at the 40/40? THIS ought to be interesting... Earlier in the day, President Obama will attend a reception where families can pose with him for a $12,500 contribution.
And in other First Lady news, The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation has announced that Mrs. Obama will deliver the keynote address at their Annual Phoenix Awards Dinner on Saturday in Washington, DC. And with over 3,000 expected, this will be the first time ever that a first lady has addressed the prestigious gathering! Her husband has rocked the keynote address in previous years, but he will be out on the campaign trail this go-round. The Phoenix Award will be given to four individuals who symbolize the immortality of the human spirit and who's work greatly benefits others in a postive way. Dr. Elsie L. Scott (who also happens to be my fabulous aunt), President and Chief Executive Officer for CBCF, spoke about the event saying,
Good luck on your speech Mrs. Obama!
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| CONFIRMED: Daphne Wayans, Ex-Wife Of Keenan Ivory Wayans, Joins "Hollywood Exes" Cast Posted: 12 Sep 2012 11:47 AM PDT Rumors have been swirling since July that comedian & tv/film director Keenan Ivory Wayans' ex-wife would be joining the VH1 "Hollywood Exes" cast. And now it's official. Deets inside... Andrea Kelly told TheYBF.com on the red carpet of the MTV VMAs last week that the "Hollywood exes" cast would be getting a new "Hollywood Royalty" addition to season 2. And now, we know it's Daphne Wayans. And according to Andrea, we're going to love her. Daphne & Keenan were married for 4 years (until their divorce in 2004). VH1 sent out a press release announcing Daphne as the new chick on the block:
The ladies' debut season raked in about 1.5 mill viewers per episode. And season 2 kicks off in 2012. You feelin' this show?
The Randomness: 1. Apple is currently in the middle of a press conference to announce all the new features of iPhone 5. Get the live updates over at Mashable.  | ||||
| "SCANDAL" Stars Kerry Washington, Shonda Rhimes & Columbus Short DAZZLE At ABC's Fall Preview Party Posted: 12 Sep 2012 10:21 AM PDT "Scandal" star Kerry Washington rocked her polished cocktail dress signature look as she spoke on a panel at the Fall TV Preview Party For ABC yesterday. See Kerry and her castmates inside....
"Scandal" co-stars Kerry Washington, in a peachy Christian Dior Pre-Fall 2012 cocktail dress with a sheer black embellished top, and Tony Goldwyn joined creator Shonda Rhimes at The Paley Center For Media's 2012 PaleyFest and Fall TV Preview Party For ABC yesterday. Shonda, who has been tweeting about being a new mom, was all smiles at the event in Beverly Hills as she now has another hit show on ABC! Kerry sat next to co-star Katie Lowes on a panel about the hit series. Columbus Short, who's also on the show, got bright and festive for the event.
Later, Kerry posed with the cast Bellamy Young, Jeff Perry, Tony, Katie, Columbus, Darby Stanchfield and Guillermo Diaz.
Season 2 of "Scandal" starts on September 27. And we're counting down the days!
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