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- BOOK FAB: Will Smith Lends Support To Sister Souljah's LATEST NOVEL "A Deeper Love Inside"
- YBF KIDS: T.I.'s Son Messiah CELEBRATES His 13th BIRTHDAY
- Nas Performs & Parties It Up At Hennessy SuperBowl AfterParty With J.Cole, Kevin Hart & More
- CHECK IT: Our Top 6 Fave 2013 Superbowl Commercials (Plus The "Fast & The Furious 6" Trailer)
- LIGHTS OUT! Celebs REACT To Beyonce's Halftime PERFORMANCE, Keyshia Cole Says Michelle Williams MESSED IT UP
- Beyonce OFFICIALLY Announces "The Mrs. Carter Show" WORLD TOUR!
- 2013 SUPERBOWL CHAMPS--Congrats To The BALTIMORE RAVENS!
- WATCH: Beyonce's ELECTRIFYING 2013 SuperBowl Halftime Performance...And The Destiny's Child ON STAGE Reunion
- SUPER BOWL FAB: Jennifer Hudson SINGS "America The Beautiful" + Alicia Keys PERFORMS "The Star-Spangled Banner"
- LAST MINUTE REHEARSALS! Alicia Keys, Jennifer Hudson & Beyonce COUNTDOWN To Superbowl Kickoff!
- PARTY FAB: Solange Knowles, Flo Rida, Swizz Beatz, Jennifer Hudson, Jamie Foxx, Jordin Sparks & MORE PARTYING In New Orleans
- Jay-Z SUITS UP With Justin Timberlake For DIRECT TV Super Saturday Night + Snoop Dogg, Lil' Wayne & More At the Direct TV Beach Bowl
| BOOK FAB: Will Smith Lends Support To Sister Souljah's LATEST NOVEL "A Deeper Love Inside" Posted: 04 Feb 2013 09:01 AM PST Will Smith was spotted in Philadelphia recently where he lent a show of support to Sister Souljah and her latest novel. Find out more inside... Philadelphia native Will Smith returned to his hometown recently and showed up at a book discussion for Sister Souljah's latest novel. We came to love her for her Coldest Winter Ever novel (which Jada Pinkett Smith was once in talks to portray lead character Winter in a movie version). And now she's getting lent some star power to pish her latest work. Posing for pictures with the author at Temple Performing Arts Centre, Will watched her discuss A Deeper Love Inside: The Porsche Santiaga Story. The book is a coming of age story about a girl who is a 'natural-born hustler. As a member of Public Enemy, Sister Souljah was nationally criticized for controversial comments she made about the LA riots in the 1990s, but has since gone on to become a well-respected author and public speaker with The Coldest Winter Ever ranking high among her most popular works. She thanked Will for his support saying, "WILL SMITH, much love to you for welcoming me to your city, taking good care of me, & standing by my side. I loved the conversation & people." The book is available at book stores and online now. And on the movie front, Will stars in After Earth with his son Jaden this summer but has announced that daughter Willow won't be starring in an Annie remake afterall.  |
| YBF KIDS: T.I.'s Son Messiah CELEBRATES His 13th BIRTHDAY Posted: 04 Feb 2013 07:54 AM PST T.I.'s son Messiah celebrated his 13th birthday this weekend with a big bash fit for a prince. See pics of Tiny, Major and the rest of the Harris family inside... Over the weekend, T.I. and Tiny celebrated the 13th birthday of T.I.'s son Messiah with a huge party in Atlanta. And it's only fitting that the King of The South would present Messiah with a cake fit for a prince. The bash, held at Bottle Bar, was attended by Messiah's friends and their parents. Messiah was all smiles as he posed with step-mom Tiny, who wore a sweatshirt from T.I.'s Grand Hustle clothing line. His brother Domani wore a matching sweatshirt. Major was there to wish his big brother a happy birthday. It ws a big family affair as his siblings Domani and Deyjah Imani got some camera time on his red carpet. Deyjah's growing up so fast! T.I.'s daughter Deyjah was also there with her mom Ranniqua. Twinsies. T.I.'s mom Violeta Morgan came out to celebrate with her grandson. And Clifford "King" Joseph Harris III saluted his big brother. Y'all know he and his little bro Major know how to steal the show. Rapper Yung Joc arrived with his family. And Messiah got tons of presents throughout the day.
Happy Birthday Messiah!
BONUS: Messiah has a huge crush on Keri Hilson, so T.I. had the singer surprise him during the AKOO Fashion Show on Saturday and sing "Happy Birthday." Video from StraightFromtheA.com , Pics: ATLPics.net  |
| Nas Performs & Parties It Up At Hennessy SuperBowl AfterParty With J.Cole, Kevin Hart & More Posted: 04 Feb 2013 07:10 AM PST Celebs descended upon New Orleans this weekend for the 2013 SuperBowl festivities. And last night's Hennessy after party in New Orleans was celeb, music and drink filled.
Peep the pics inside... Hennessy spokesman Nas toasted to New Orleans and The Baltimore Ravens as he performed live at Republic night club last night in the N.O. He brought his celeb friends like J.Cole, Kevin Hart and more along to drink and party it up. Sexiness indeed. Lil Jon hit up the party flashing his teeth everywhere.
Rapper J.Cole partied it up with Jamie Foxx. Hey Kev. NBA analyst Jalen Rose made an appearance. Jesse Williams made his way off the "Grey's Anatomy" set. And Braylon Edwards came to party it up. Fun times. Pics: Hennessy  |
| CHECK IT: Our Top 6 Fave 2013 Superbowl Commercials (Plus The "Fast & The Furious 6" Trailer) Posted: 04 Feb 2013 05:55 AM PST We've rounded up a few of our fave commercials that aired during last night's 2013 Superbowl. From Zoe Saldana & Stevie Wonder getting "Superstitious" with lucky chairs to senior citizens having a Hangover/Project X style night with Taco Bell, check 'em inside... The Fast & The Furious 6 trailer Don't Worry, Be Happy Volkwagen Taco Bell Viva Mas Tracey Morgan for MiO Liquid Water Enhancer Deion Sanders as Leon Sandcastle NFL commercial ETrade Baby--Save it Stevie Wonder & Zoe Saldana in Bud Light's Lucky Chair commercial
What were some of your faves?  |
| Posted: 03 Feb 2013 10:24 PM PST Beyonce took over the Superdome tonight and literally shut the lights off with an electrifying performance. Find out what other celebrities are tweeting about her show.... Shortly after Beyonce gave a sizzling halftime performance at Super Bowl XLVII, the lights went out at the Superdome. Coincidence? We don't think so. And neither did a ton of celebs who Tweeted that Bey shut it down! Only Keyshia Cole had something negative to say...but it was directed at Michelle Williams, not Bey. She claims that the performance had her in a trance until the D-child reunion started and Michelle started to sing....and messed it up. SMH. She's getting railed on Twitter by the way. Because Keyshia Cole criticizing ANYONE's live performance game is.... Here's what other celebs (including Bey's husband Jay-Z had to say about the show): I think I was frightened to blink for a sec. Then Michell sung and woke my ass up from my daze! She always fuckN the groove up/ Lights out!!! Any questions?? Loved Beyonce's outfit. I want one! Beyonce's outfit for Wimbledon. But in white? Hummmmmmm Im sorry but @KELLYROWLAND yaaaaaasssssss heffa!!!! #shedidthat I might be the only one NOT watching the Super Bowl!! I'm just waiting on Half time...BEYONCE!!! OMG!!! I'm hyped!!! #Beyonce #DestinysChild Halftime show slayed!!!!! Yessss @Beyonce!! ICONIC!! And I'm so proud of my BFF @KELLYROWLAND and @RealMichelleW! Wow Beyonce Bowl/No. One. Better/By the way.... Black girls ROCK, and I couldn't be more proud to be one tonight!!!! OMG Beyonce killed it!!! And when Destiny's Child came out...that made my life! #Bootylicious That's the TRUTH“@AngieBeyince: Proud night for talented gorgeous young black women! DC3, Alicia Keys, & Jennifer Hudson. Beyonce was hot!!!! & -Kandi Burruss Whoooo I'm so tired. That performance took a lot out of me! LMBO -Kenya Moore King B is my fuckin Hero!!! -Diddy who gon stop her!? -Luke James Yes!!!! B you killed it girl!!!!! -Wendy Williams DESTINYS GROWN ASS MAN -Terry Crews Beyonce literally shut it down!!! Fierce. -Tamron Hall Top 3 SuperBowl Halftime performances I've ever seen, Michael Jackson, Prince, and Beyonce. -Nick Cannon Bey-once .... Enough said For all those who know me, knows i just had an orgasmic moment! #BEYONCE Yes, B. Yes. Roasted that… #KINGBEY Millions of eyes on @beyonce killing it #superbowl47 BEYONCE!!!!!!!!!!!! I’m in the DON’T GIVE A F**K IF IT’S PRE-RECORDED OR NOT club!! B’s putting’ in WURK!!!! Beyonce is the best!!!! Damn she killed it. Best female artist (singer/dancer combo) ever! Had a great time w/my sisters tonight!! Tried to keep it a surprise!! Love you all...God bless!! -Michelle Williams
It looks like most people agree that Beyonce did a great job. We can't wait to see what she pulls out her bag of tricks for "The Mrs. Carter World Tour."
BONUS: Beyonce posted a photo of Destiny's Child backstage at the Superdome (above).
Bey posted a handwritten note on Instagram where she said she was proud of Kelly, Michelle, Alicia and Jennifer for performing at the Super Bowl.  |
| Beyonce OFFICIALLY Announces "The Mrs. Carter Show" WORLD TOUR! Posted: 03 Feb 2013 09:03 PM PST Beyonce is slaying and taking names this year. Literally. She hasn't publicly called herself "Mrs. Carter" since getting married to Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter almost 5 years ago. But all that has changed now that she's taking her technical last name and running with it. Mrs. BKC just announced "The Mrs. Carter World Tour". Dates inside...
We posted the leak from LiveNation UK last night -- a landing page for her World Tour tickets. And now, it's official. Beyonce posted on her website, right after her Superbowl Halftime show, deets on her upcoming tour called "The Mrs. Carter Show". After her appearance at the Grammys later this month, she's kicking things off April 15th in Europe for her fans in Serbia. Then rolling to Amsterdam, Dublin, 2 shows in Paris, 4 shows in London and more. Then Mrs. C is bringing it to the states and Canada on June 28th, with her first stop at the Staples Center in L.A. as part of the BET EXPERIENCE AT L.A. LIVE to kick off BET Awards weekend. Then she's bringing her high energy show to the major cities like Miami, Atlanta, her hometown of Houston, Nashville, D.C., and of course, the finale's in Brooklyn at the Barclays Center on August 3rd. She's accepting RSVP's now. You ready?  |
| 2013 SUPERBOWL CHAMPS--Congrats To The BALTIMORE RAVENS! Posted: 03 Feb 2013 08:38 PM PST In a close 34-31 win over the San Francisco 49ers, the Baltimore Ravens are the new 2013 Superbowl Champs! Deets on Ray & the crew inside...
37-year old Ray Lewis gets to retire (after a 17 year career) with a third Championship ring. Despite the negative talk still being done about his dark past, despite him completely turning his life around, and despite a major 30 minute game delay due to a power outage in the New orleans Superdome, the Ravens went on to take it all. Check out the speeches above from the game's MVP, QB Flacco, Ray and the intense game highlights above. Congrats to the Ravens on nabbing that Lombardi trophy. Salute! Pic: CBS Sports  |
| Posted: 03 Feb 2013 05:51 PM PST It was one of the most anticipated halftime shows of all-time...and it's finally here. Watch superstar Beyonce Knowles take (over) the field for the Super Bowl XLVII halftime show.
She told us she'd be singing all the way live, and that she did. Earlier tonight, Beyonce took center stage for Super Bowl XLVII's Pepsi-sponsored halftime show. Jay-Z was seen hugging Beyonce backstage at the Super Bowl shortly after her amazing halftime show.
The show began with "Pepsi's first-ever crowd-sourced Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show introduction starring hundreds of real fans from around the country used more than 500 frames," said Angelique Krembs, VP of marketing at PepsiCo. And a few celebrity faces (including Victor Cruz, Drew Brees, Lamarr Woodley, Demarco Murray, Hunter Hayes and Luke James) were also in the intro clip. After the 30-sec video, tons of fans ran onto the field as the band played "Run The World (Girls)." Her costume was designed by the NY-based designer Rubin Singer. According to THR, the stage costumes are based on Rubin' upcoming fall 2013 collection entitled “Valkyrie’s Dominion” about female figure in Norse mythology who decides which soldiers live and die in battle. The black leather body suit was made of strips of engineered python, paneled iguana and trapunto/pick stitched leather . There were also insets of delicate black Chantilly lace. Rubin said, "This piece is truly couture in every way. My seamstresses were assembling all of the leather and exotic skins individually by hand. All of the pieces were separate details that were all constructed on her body. We had to make the body suit have a tremendous range of motion and flexibility. Beyonce is such a fierce and intense performer we could not have the outfit constrict her in any way.”
And she danced in Proenza Schouler booties. After the "Run The World (Girls)" intro, Baddie Bey appeared on stage and ripped through a medley of songs beginning with "Crazy In Love", "End Of Time" and "Baby Boy". Once the lights dimmed, she was joined on stage by Destiny's Child. Kelly and Michelle literally popped up from beneath the stage to chime in on a medley that included "Bootylicious" and "Independent Women". Though Michelle had a wobbly entrance and almost fell (again), the crowd went wild for the reunion. Then Kelly and Michelle each sang and performed verses from Bey's hit single "Single Ladies" and did some of the clip's famous choreography. As Destiny's Child exited the stage, Bey was joined by a group of dancers to finish off "Single Ladies." She closed out her show with a soul-stirring rendition of "Halo." Watch the full performance here:
Although we wanted a longer show from Bey, this amazing performance will have to satisfy fans until she appears at the Grammys on February 10 and launches her "The Mrs. Carter Show" World Tour. So after such a memorable performance, what is Beyonce going to do next? She spoke during a press conference earlier this week about her post-halftime plans saying,
Good work Beyonce!
Photos via AP/CBS  |
| Posted: 03 Feb 2013 03:26 PM PST Tonight at the New Orleans Superdome, Jennifer Hudson performed "America The Beautiful" and Alicia Keys sang "The Star-Spangled Banner" to kick off Super Bowl XLVII. Salute the nation inside.... Earlier this evening, millions of viewers around the world watched as Jennifer Hudson sang "America The Beautiful" with a chorus of school children from Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT.
Watch Jennifer with the Sandy Hook Elementary School Chorus here:
And following Jennifer's performance, Alicia Keys gave a very controlled performed of "The Star-Spangled Banner" prior to the start of Super Bowl XLVII between the Baltimore Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
And just to make it a little interesting, after she sang "...and the home of the brave" she threw in a jazz-tingled rift.
Watch Alicia sing our national anthem below:
Photos via Al Bello/Getty Images North America/Ezra Shaw  |
| LAST MINUTE REHEARSALS! Alicia Keys, Jennifer Hudson & Beyonce COUNTDOWN To Superbowl Kickoff! Posted: 03 Feb 2013 03:13 PM PST Before Ray Lewis and his AFC champion Ravens and Colin Kaepernick & his NFC champ 49ers take the field, the YBF ladies will be rocking the mic.
Pics & video of Alicia Keys, Beyonce & Jennifer Hudson getting in their last minute rehearsals inside... In a gorgeous red curve hugging mermaid dress, Alica Keys just posted herself backstage at the New Orleans Superdome before she takes the mic for the National Anthem. But earlier in the day, she kept it casual in camo while rehearsing: J-Hud stopped by the Dome to get in her soundcheck as well. And her fiance David Otunga was right there to cheer her on before she sings with the children of Sandy Hook elementary.
Meanwhile, just minutes ago, Beyonce posted another BTS video of her gearing up for Halftime show. Check out her strolling the streets of New Orleans taking in the moment. Kick off is at 6:30p ET. Get ready.... Pics: Facebook  |
| Posted: 03 Feb 2013 12:57 PM PST Flo Rida and Jamie Foxx were among the famous faces seen in New Orleans for Super Bowl weekend. See pics of other celebs like Solange, Jennifer Hudson and Lil' Jon on the Bayou city party scene inside... After playing flag football earlier in the day, Lil Wayne hit the stage for the Lacoste/GQ Super Bowl Party at The Elms Mansion in New Orleans last night. Weezy, who nearly came to blows with a spectator during the football game, channeled all of that energy into a great performance. But before Weezy entertained the crowd, Rebecca and Terry Crews did a few interviews and a little shopping for charity at the GQ event. Actor Jesse Williams, who also played in the football game, posed for pics and checked out a few items at the Elms Mansion as well. And Beyonce's February 2013 cover dominated the GQ/Lacoste lounge. TV personality Sway was seen at the Audi Forum party at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art. "Losing You" singer Solange appeared at the Audi event too. Later, she jumped on her MacBook Pro and got the crowd moving. Lil' Jon also took a turn on the mic for the Audi audience. Meanwhile, Janelle Monae performed onstage at the Bud Light Hotel. In addition to a stellar solo set, Janelle performed with one of her idols. Stevie Wonder was a part of the concert which also included Gary Clark Jr. at the Bud Light Hotel. He also performed with his daughter Aisha Morris. And Jennifer Hudson was spotted at the Samsung Galaxy “Shangri-La” Party. She serenaded her Dreamgirls co-star Jamie Foxx. Jamie also put his vocals to good use on the mic. DJ Swizz Beatz attended the 1 OAK party presented By LOGIC Electronic Cigarettes. The event was held at Jax Brewery. Swizz Beatz keep the crowd's feet moving on the turntables. Anthony Mackie, who just landed a role in The Avengers 2, attended The Giving Back Fund's 4th Annual Big Game Big Give Super Bowl Celebration. NY Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz posed with singer Jordin Sparks on the red carpet. Jordin wore a Bailey dress and YSL shoes. After walking the carpet, Jordin performed for the crowd gathered at the event. Fun fact, Jordin's dad used to play for the NY Giants. BONUS: Pics have emerged from the shouting match that Lil' Wayne was involved in after the DirecTV Beach bowl yesterday. Lil' wayne was a party of the White Team, who lost the match, but seemed to have an issue with a cameraman...not one of his opponents. Deadspin reports that Weezy rushed at the guy but was held back by Desmond Howard. The issue was obviously resolved because Wayne made it to the GQ concert later that night.
Photos via Jason Merritt/Getty Images North America/Ryan Theriot/Getty Images North America/Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images North America/ Cindy Ord/Getty Images North America/Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images North America/Gustavo Caballero/Getty Images North America  |
| Posted: 03 Feb 2013 09:59 AM PST Jay-Z hit the stage with Justin Timberlake in New Orleans last night for DIRECTV's Super Saturday Night bash. Watch the performance inside and see folks like Lil' Wayne, Snoop Dogg and Deion Sanders at the DIRECTV'S Seventh Annual Celebrity Beach Bowl.
Last night, Justin Timberlake performed his first full-concert in four years at DIRECTV's Super Saturday Night Co-Hosted By Mark Cuban's AXS TV for the 2013 Super Bowl Weekend in New Orleans. The highlight of the evening was when music mogul Jay-Z joined Justin on stage for a performance of their new hit single "Suit & Tie." Jay-Z, who was spotted smoking cigars with Steve Stoute yesterday, is in town to watch Beyonce rock the stage later today at the Super Bowl's halftime show.
Watch Justin and Jay-Z hit the stage for "Suit & Tie" here:
And on the blue carpet for the event ..... Actors Omar Benson Miller and Hill Harper were seen heading into the venue. "Access Hollywod" anchor Shaun Robinson showed off her legs. "Live With Kelly & Michael" host Michael Strahan arrived with fiancee "Hollwwood Exes" star Nicole Murphy. Questlove of The Roots checked out the concert. New York Jets player Braylon Edwards was in town for the big game. Retired NFL player Emmit Smith arrived with wife Patricia Southall. And backstage.... Jay posed with John Legend and his fiancee Chrissy Teigen and Timberland after he finished rocking the mic with Justin.
Earlier in the day.....
Snoop Dogg and Lil' Wayne were among the celebs who played in the sand at the 2013 Celebrity Beach Bowl. Jesse Williams also joined in the flag football game at the DTV SuperFan Stadium at Mardi Gras World. "Guys With Kids" star Anthony Anderson posed with "ET" correspondent Rocsi on the blue carpet. Fun fact, Rocsi was raised in New Orleans and supports a few charities there. Track and Field star Lolo Jones played in the game. And SI model Chrissy Teigen stretched her muscles and joined in the game too. "The Insider" host Kevin Frazier showed off a few of the skills he picked up at Fox Sports Net and ESPN.
And Michael Strahan may have gotten snubbed by the NFL Hall of Fame, but he got a big hug from Deion Sanders (who is already in the hall of fame). Deion also posed with Weezy.
Check out a few sideline pics....
The White Team was Matthew Bomer, Christine Teigen, Chace Crawford, Alicia Quarles, Josh Hutcherson, Tom Arnold, Nina Dobrev, Leah Gibson, Scott Porter, Eddie George, Maria Menounos, Lil Wayne, and Lolo Jones. The Blue Team was Joshua Sasse, Snoop Dogg, A. J. Calloway, Jesse Williams, Mike Bettes, Anthony Anderson, Ian Somerhalder, Desmond Howard, Ryan Kwanten, Artie Lange, Warren Moon, Shawn Johnson, Hannah Davis, and Katharine McPhee.
Photos via Getty Images/WireImage  |
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