2/24/2009

Lauryn Hill With Child?

Oooooookkkkk folks... more baby news! *SIGH*... this time, I was really hoping that this was just a rumor, but apparently it is fact. Ex-Fugee-la front gal Lauryn Hill is expecting her 6th child with Rohan Marley. I'm just glad that all of her kids are with the same dude and not several. Nothing wrong if you want to sow your seeds and what not, but think about the future of the babies is all I'm sayin!

Anyways, L-Boogie was supposed to be working on her new album in the bathroom of her mother's house. You know they say that folks with extraordinary minds are waaaay out!!! The Lord sho'nuff broke the mold when he made this one!

Congrats L!

Nicole Richie Expecting Baby Numero Dos!

Bad girl turned good girl aka Harlow's mommy Nicole Richie is with child yet again! The impending birth was announced on her boyfriend Joel Madden's website Sunday. The couple already have a one year old baby girl named Harlow Winter Kate Madden.

In an entry on his website titled "Better Than Winning An Oscar" the Good Charlotte singer wrote: "What's better than winning an Oscar? I am so happy to tell everyone that Harlow is going to be a big sister! God has truly blessed my family. Hope you're all feeling as good as I am right now." Awwww... I love that! A YOUNG man that is proud to be a daddy!!! Now I just wish he and Nic would do this thang right and get married! But to each his/her own!

Congrats to the happy family!

Beyonce Gets Greasy!

Not really a Beyonce fan, nor am I feeling this recent photo shoot that she did with photographer Tony Duran, but for all of you others who worship and adore this chick... here ya go! Bey all greased up and ready to go!!! Enjoy!

Tennessee Titans RB LenDale White Will Whip Yo Ass... And Get Away With It!

LMAO!!! OMG!!! I'm sorry for laughing but this mess right here was too damn funny. According to a police report released today (Feb 24), Tennessee Titans running back and former USC Trojan, LenDale White spent Valentine's Day whipping some dude's ass... literally not just figuratively speaking ladies and germs!!!! He whipped the dude with a dayum belt ya'll!!! HA!!!

The Denver Police Department filed a report on Feb. 14 after White got into a verbal confrontation with Leslie Joe Hoch after a minor traffic accident. The confrontation escalated, and White allegedly started beating Hoch with a belt and belt buckle. Then they both got into their cars and left. Question... how in the heeeelllll does that happen and nobody calls the police? But let Tanisha's mama Debra do it and DFACS comes out to the house along with the Sheriff!!!

According to the Denver police lieutenant Matt Murray, "He has not been charged and will not be charged," he said of White to USA Today. "The entire incident was reviewed, the evidence was reviewed and no charges were filed."

Murray said that there wasn't enough evidence, and contradictory statements in the case caused it to get dismissed. The Titans had no comment, and White hasn't responded to the allegations. At least we know it's okay to whip somebody with a belt in Denver.

N.O.R.E. Actin A Donkey Up in Fatburger!

More foolishness afoot folks... NYC rapper N.O.R.E. was arrested following a fight with a customer at a Miami Beach hamburger restaurant, police said.

The 31-year-old performer was formerly known as Noreaga. His real name is Victor Santiago and he is known for songs “Nothin’” and “SuperThug.” N.O.R.E. was arrested early Sunday after police said he caused a disruption at a Fatburger by yelling at another customer, ripping up a bouquet of flowers and throwing a drink at a customer. Damn dude... chill the f*&^ out!!!!

Authorities said the rapper punched a man in the face, and yelled “Do you know who I am?” Uhhh... no... do YOU know who you are??? To use your own words against you N.O.R.E... you're "Nothing"!!! Sorry folks... just trying to be cornballishly funny today!

The man received a cut on the left side of his face, a police report said. Santiago was charged with misdemeanor battery and disorderly conduct. He was taken to the Miami-Dade county jail and released. It was not immediately clear whether he had a lawyer. A woman who identified herself as Shavala at the rapper’s management agency in New York said she was not aware of the arrest and refused to comment.

Ne-Yo Speaks On ChriRih Situation

In more of the ChriRih saga, singer/songwriter Ne-Yo says that he has spoken to Rihanna since the alleged incident between the pop singer and ex-boo Chris Brown.

“I spoke to Rihanna,” Ne-Yo told MTV News. “She says she’s fine. She didn’t go into detail about what happened. I understand it’s a painful situation; I didn’t push.” *givin dude the side-eye* yeah ok Ne-Yo... don't call off your engage because of this mess either!!! Ya'll know Ne-Yo wanted him some Rihanna before C.B. moved smoove on in dere'.

Ne-Yo, a friend of both of the stars, said he has seen the photo and was very affected by it. “I saw the picture,” he confirmed. “That just really — that hurt me to my heart, man. Again, I still don’t know what happened, ‘cause I haven’t had the opportunity to talk to Chris yet. But to take it to that level really hurt my heart.”

Ne-Yo claims that he's been trying to get in touch with Chris (right), but to no avail, hasn't had much luck.

“All I can say is, I’m praying for both of them. They’re both in my prayers. I haven’t had a chance to talk to Chris yet. I just wanna sit down and talk to that dude and just explain if he doesn’t understand: ‘That’s not something that’s excusable, bruh. You have to get a little smarter about whatever it is going on in your relationship. You have to get a little smarter about how you handle certain situations,’” Ne-Yo said. Riiiight... just like you were smart about speeding down C.ome O.n B.lack B.oy Parkway going over 100 miles an hour???

Anyways, while the singer is dishing out sound advice for Chris Brown, he also said he still cares about the young man. “I’m not going to crucify him,” the R&B star said. “I’m not going to do that. That’s still my homeboy at the end of the day. For it to go to that level was wrong. I won’t say who was responsible. I won’t pick no sides. I’m just saying it was wrong that it had to happen like that, and I’m praying for the both of them.”

T-Pain Cancels Guyana Concert

R&B singer T-Pain has canceled a concert in Guyana after receiving what a promoter calls “credible death and kidnapping threats.” Deee-zam!!!

Kerwin Bollers says Monday’s performance for Carnival celebrations was called off after e-mail and phone threats from an unidentified source. Police Commander Leroy Bollers reported Sunday that authorities will investigate.

T-Pain would have been one of the best-known U.S. singers to perform in the South American nation in years (uhhh duhhhh)! Legally named Faheem Najm, his stage moniker is short for “Tallahassee Pain” in reference to the Florida city where he was born. I'm just trying to figure out who wants to kidnap him... and what the hell for??? Somebody fill me in... did I miss something in my absence?

Lil Wayne Gun Will Be Used In Court

Once again, rapper Lil Wayne's current case is in the news. A New York City judge says a handgun found on Lil Wayne’s tour bus after a 2007 concert can be used as evidence at the rapper’s trial.

Lil Wayne, whose real name is Dwayne Carter, has pleaded not guilty to gun possession and is free on $70,000 bail. He was arrested in July 2007 after a concert at the Beacon Theatre. A police officer said she boarded the tour bus because she smelled marijuana, and then saw him try to hide a gun. Defense lawyer Stacey Richman argued in court that the officer falsely claimed she smelled marijuana so she could board the bus.

Justice Charles Solomon set an April 20 trial date. We all know the truth on this one right? Nuff said!

1/16/2009

Meagan Good Out With Her Man Thomas Jones

Meagan Good was seen out last night with her boyfriend NFL baller Thomas Jones leaving the Crown Bar in West Hollywood. I'm starting to believe the exact same thing as Natasha over at YBF.com. Meagan Good is wearing these damn YSL Leopard heels just to piss people in general off! Do ya'll realize how many times that she has been seen out wearing these damn shoes? Hell, I've covered her I don't know how many times on here wearing them... and as a matter of fact... probably wearing this same damn outfit! I mean damn, I have a favorite pair of shoes that I like too, but I don't wear them everywhere I go! At least give us a different shoe Meagan.

The Obamas Cover Life & Style Mag

The Obama family has made another cover; Life & Style magazine is featuring the future first family in their latest issue which is available now. Although Barack is going to be the most powerful man in the free world with the busiest job, the one job that he loves the most is being a father to his two daughters Sasha and Malia. Obama has expressed concern about missing out on many of the precious daily moments in his children's lives. You can read all about it in the issue! Go get it!

Beyonce To Sing For First Dance At Inauguration!

President-elect Barack Obama’s Inauguration is looking to be a huge star-studded event. Beyonce has been tapped to sing for Barack and Michelle’s first dance on Inauguration night, according to the Associated Press. But the mystery remains as to what she’ll be singing. “It is our hope that we can keep the song secret until the moment,” Presidential Inaugural Committee spokeswoman Linda Douglass told the AP. Meanwhile, Beyonce will be joining her husband, Jay-Z, Mary J. Blige, Stevie Wonder, Alicia Keys, Mariah Carey, Shakira, Sting, Faith Hill, will.i.am, and Maroon 5 for Tuesday night’s Neighborhood Ball, where Jessica Alba, Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Walsh will be presenters.

Videos~ Teairra Mari: "Hunt For You"

Just in case some of you actually liked this little girl! This is for you!

Kimora Lee Simmons & Djimon Hounsou Expecting!

Well I'll be a monkey's auntie!!! Congrats are in order for Kimora Lee Simmons and Djimon Hounsou -- they're reportedly expecting their first child together.

Us magazine broke the news, sourcing a close friend of the couple. The 33-year-old Kimora Lee has two daughters, Ming Lee, 8, and Aoki Lee, 6, with hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons, whom she officially divorced in 2008, after being separated from him for some time. She met Djimon in February 2007 and the two hit it off.

When asked in September if she wanted more kids, Simmons told Us, "I would love to. I practice everyday."

Idris Elba Newest Cast Member On NBC's The Office

Okay... I already love NBC's sitcom "The Office", and putting my husband on their makes it even better, even if it isn't going to be a regular full-time role.

Idris Elba will appear in six episodes of the NBC sitcom "The Office" later this season.

NBC made the announcement Thursday afternoon during its portion of the TV Critics Assn. press tour in Los Angeles.

While details are being kept under wraps, NBC did say the actor will play a no-nonsense hire at Dunder Mifflin's corporate office who rankles Scranton branch manager Michael Scott, played by star Steve Carell. I soooooooo can't wait!

Movie Trailer: Madea Goes To Jail

Ne Ne Leakes Gives Her Opinion On Deshawn Snow Being Booted From ATL Housewives!

Days after Deshawn Snow revealed to Essence magazine that she had been dropped from the upcoming season of her former reality show "The Real Housewives of Atlanta", her cohort and mouth of the south Ne Ne Leakes gives her two cents as to why she thinks Deshawn was booted.

“She wanted to be a part of the show,” NeNe Leakes told MomLogic.com. “Production decided they weren’t going to option her for the second season. I think the reason… is that she wasn’t as outgoing or talkative as we were. We’re drama queens and to roll with us, you’ve got to be a drama queen.”

Well no -ish Sherlock!!!! Like we didn't know that already!

“I didn’t see it coming,” DeShawn told Essence on Wednesday. “I was shocked because I just talked to them in December about the new season.” She admitted she wasn’t the most dramatic member of the cast’s quintet. “I’m not the type to go ‘television’ and start acting crazy because somebody’s talking about me,” she said. “I suppose the show took a different direction and they no longer see me as the right fit.”

One woman who’s been rumored to replace her is Usher’s wife, Tameka Foster, but the R&B star’s spouse told the New York Daily News she wouldn’t be on the show.

“Although [Bravo] approached me, and I was flattered by the offer, I will not be joining the ‘Real Housewives’ cast,” she told the paper. Damn!!! Even though I don't care for this chick, she would have made the show even more dramatic... ya'll know that!

Bravo is indeed looking for new housewives in Atlanta for the show, a rep for the network told Access Hollywood, but would not confirm any casting rumors. As for NeNe – she’s keeping the drama going, even if it’s just over her hairstyle.

“On the show I did have long hair and I did have extensions and people would say, ‘She’s got a weave,’” she told MomLogic. “Well, honey, I’m not denying it. I love weaves. I’m not denying it. I never once said ‘I’m not wearing extensions.’ Fellow ‘Housewife’ Kim Zolciak was trying to make an excuse for wearing a wig.”... Damn that Ne Ne ain't right!

Taj George On Survivor Series

I think I might actually be watching this new season of CBS' 18th season of their hit show "Survivor". Only because my favorite SWV member is going to be on there. Thats right folks... Mrs. Taj George will be on Survivor showing us her physical agility skills. I'm sure she has some, especially being married to such an outstanding former NFL star such as Eddie George. But it makes me wonder... why is she resorting to reality shows other than the one she and her husband had on TVOne titled "I Married A Baller". Do they need the money or is she trying to make herself relevant again? Either way, it's still good to see her. I love her personality. She seems so down to Earth.

1/15/2009

Lil Mama Still Hasn't Improved Her Style!

Lil Mama is so ridiculous! I need to know who her stylist is because she needs to go back to wherever it is she came from with crap like this.

Ex Claims He and Oprah Smoked Crack Together!

It is so sad how people try to profit off of other peoples success, but in a negative way! Oprah is the latest victim. I do recall her saying before that she experimented with drugs back in the day, but didn't get specific as to which ones!

Apparently, an pre-Stedman boyfriend by the name of Randolph Cook, who once upon a midnight weary, actually dated Winfrey has wrote about the sordid details of their escapades with drugs in his book "The Wizard of O":

“Oprah made a “rock” of cocaine and baking soda in the tube and heated it, a method known as freebasing.

“[Oprah] then put the lit torch on the rock, inhaled and held the smoke in her lungs for a long time. When she finally exhaled, she began to shake violently as she put the pipe down, she had trouble catching her breath and her eyes got big as saucers.”

We smoked at least a couple of times a week. Sometimes we would smoke up until her limo was waiting to take her to the studio to perform her show…”

Randolph Cook’s relationship with Oprah was in 1985 and he asserts that it was Oprah who first got him to use cocaine. Randolph had previously sued Oprah for $20 million dollars in 1997 when he blamed his inability to sell the book the first time around on no one in the publishing industry wanting to cross the namesake of Oprah’s Book Club. Collusion was never proven but as far as Oprah smoking crack, that actually has been publicly acknowledged. Here’s Oprah herself from a 1995 episode of her show:

“In my 20’s, I’d done this drug and I know exactly what you are talking about.” She said the drug use occurred while she was an anchorwoman on a television news show. “It’s my life’s great big secret. It was such a secret because–I realize (with) the public person I have become–if the story ever were revealed, the tabloids would exploit it and what a big issue it would be.”

She went on to explain, “But I was involved with a man in my 20s who introduced me to the same drug that you’ve been talking about and, like Patrice, I always felt that the drug itself is not the problem but that I was addicted to the man.” She admitted: “I can’t think of anything I wouldn’t have done for that man.”

Anyway, you can read more of Randolph’s book here, or watch a video of him here. But I got to warn you, the material is pathetic, self pitying, and quite frankly, boring. Via here and here

Today's What the...??????????? Winner!

Get'cha mama!!! What in the Christmas hell is this chick thinkin? And is that a gold tooth I see in the front??? Oh NO MA'AM!!!!!

Obama Merchandise

More and more people are getting into the spirit of what will be the biggest inauguration in United States history. Barack Obama and his family are loved world wide, and many vendors are trying to show their love and support by offering the public an opportunity to share in this historic event. Check out some of the things that they're selling below.

22K gold keepsake stemware- $59.97 to $99.57 available on presidentialglassware.com
Obama 08 Love Canvas Tote- $75 available on barackobama.com
Leather Obama Wins clutch- $195, designed by Armando Javier and Lynda Zamora available on BoutiqueMix.com
Chocolate Declaration- $15 at obamachocolatesonline.com or by calling 1-866-323-0745.
Barack Barrettes- $10 available on Etsy.com
Barack Obama Coloring Book- $6 on inauguralcollectibles.com.
Unisex T-shirt by the House of Dereon- $45 at inauguralcollectibles.com. Proceeds from your purchase go toward the offset inauguration costs.
Time For Change Watches- $50 availabel on Obamawatches.com
"Got Hope" Necklace- $38 available on Etsy.com
Obamajamas- $34.99, available for purchase at ojamas.com
"Hope Obama" Earrings- $30 available on Etsy.com

Beauty 101: Cellophane Hair Treatment

I know at least 60% of the ladies have tried to dye their hair some funky color at some point and time. Half of those ladies probably got it all wrong when they did it too. I have to raise my hand on that one myself. But if you're looking for a way to dye your hair and keep it shiny instead of looking dull and dry, try a cellophane hair treatment!

Cellophanes have been around for years! Thats the only way my mom would let me dye mine because it washed out gradually. A cellophane hair treatment is a semi-permanent hair "color" service without the actual color. Instead, it uses clear glossing agents to fill in weak or damaged areas of the hair shaft and seal the cuticle, creating stronger, shinier hair. It is commonly referred to as a "cellophane" treatment because it acts like cellophane (or saran wrap) for the hair. You can ask for a cellophane treatment at your next salon appointment or apply the treatment at home.

Steps for Home Use:
1. Shampoo with a clarifying shampoo.
2. Apply to damp hair evenly.
3. Sit under a dryer for 20-30 minutes.
4. Rinse thoroughly.
5. Shampoo (optional) and/or apply a deep moisturizing conditioner to soften. Let sit for 5 minutes.
6. Rinse and style.Voila! Your hair will be stronger and shinier! The rinse will last for 8-12 shampoos and will fade gradually with each wash. My favorite line of cellophanes are Sebastian Laminates Cellophanes in Clear.

Mike Vick Will Auction His Atlanta Home Due To Value Drops

After more than a year on the market and a $400,000 price reduction (DAMN!!!), Michael Vick's eight-bedroom home in the Atlanta area will go on the auction block if a bankruptcy judge agrees to the move. The imprisoned former NFL star disclosed the auction plans in a new financial disclosure statement filed in his bankruptcy case in Newport News. His lawyers are preparing a motion seeking U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Frank Santoro's permission to sell the house in Duluth, GA, to the highest bidder on or around Feb. 16.

Vick is serving a 23-month sentence at the federal penitentiary in Leavenworth, Kan., after pleading guilty to a federal dogfighting conspiracy. His lawyers are trying to get him transferred to a halfway house in Virginia, perhaps as early as Jan. 20 - six months before his projected release date.

"Upon his release, the Debtor will return to Virginia and will seek to rebuild his life and career," the disclosure statement says. The suspended Atlanta Falcons quarterback filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last July, claiming assets of $16 million and liabilities of $20.4 million. Santoro last month rejected Vick's disclosure statement, which major creditors had criticized as insufficiently detailed, and ordered the new one.

According to the revised statement, real estate agents have shown the Georgia house more than 30 times to potential buyers and have aggressively marketed the property in publications, direct mailings and on the Internet. The home originally was listed for $4.5 million but is now priced at $4.1 million. The new disclosure statement reiterates Vick's plan to resume his NFL career, which hinges on Commissioner Roger Goodell lifting his suspension. Goodell has not said what he will do, and it's unclear whether a team would offer a contract to Vick, who once was the league's highest-paid player.

$100 Million Raised For MLK Memorial

46 years after he gave his famous "I Have a Dream Speech" in Washington on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. is finally being immortalized with his own memorial in our nation's capitol.

With the historic inauguration of the first black U.S. President coming a day after King would've turned 80, if he were still alive, the amount needed to build the memorial has almost been reached.

According to AOL's BlackVoices.com, more than $100 million has been raised in donations for the construction of the MLK memorial.The total cost of the memorial is estimated to reach $120 million, so there's still some financial ground to cover.

Former president, Bill Clinton, is one of the memorial's supporters, and revealed why during a fundraiser in Miami recently."I signed the legislation authorizing the memorial," he said. "I thought it ought to be on the National Mall because that's where he delivered his most important speech. ... Just nine days after my 17th birthday, and I could still quote that speech today. It changed America in profound ways."The MLK memorial will be build sometime this year, on a four-acre corner of the National Mall, on the banks of the Potomac River between the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials.

Run-DMC To Be Inducted Into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

To call them just another rap group that paved the way for todays "rappers" is to do a grave injustice to Run-DMC and the acomplishments that the legendary pioneers of rap have contributed to the game. The Hollis Queens natives, are among the latest class of inductees to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Run-DMC is only the second rap group to make it in, the first is Grand Master Flash and the Furious Five, which was inducted back in 2007.

"This year's class of inductees truly represents what the Hall of Fame is all about. From classic artists that began their careers in the 50's and 60's to those that have defined the modern sound of rock and roll," Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation President & CEO Joel Peresman said in a statement. "These artists demonstrate the rich diversity of rock and roll itself. We are proud to honor these artists and celebrate their contribution to rock and roll's place in our cultureappers are being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Run-DMC joins heavy-metal band Metallica, guitarist Jeff Beck, soul singer Bobby Womack and doo-wop group Little Anthony and the Imperials in this year's inductee class. Rockabilly singer Wanda Jackson gets a nod as an early influence, and the sidemen inductees are Spooner Oldham and two of Elvis Presley's musicians - drummer D.J. Fontana and bassist Bill Black.

The induction will be held in Cleveland on April 4.