The Daily Roundup for Feb 23

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Jeremy Lin ‘Chink in the Armor’ Headline Writer Fired by ESPN

An ESPN writer got a little out of hand and too comfortable with his job and posted a headline with an ethnic slur. The writer wrote the headline “Chink in the Armor” referencing the New York Knicks’ loss Friday night against the New Orleans Hornets. The verbiage was only up for a little over a half-hour before being taken down, but the damage was done and warranted the network issuing an apology.
But that’s not the end of the racial madness.

The issued apology also included a ‘sorry’ for ESPN anchor Max Bretos’s comment last Wednesday night.
He stated: “If there is a chink in the armor, where can Lin improve his game?”
This marked the third incident about Lin the network let slip.

The statement reads:
“At ESPN we are aware of three offensive and inappropriate comments made on ESPN outlets during our coverage of Jeremy Lin. “Saturday we apologized for two references here. We have since learned of a similar reference Friday on ESPN Radio New York. The incidents were separate and different. We have engaged in a thorough review of all three and have taken the following action:

The ESPN employee responsible for our Mobile headline has been dismissed.
The ESPNEWS anchor has been suspended for 30 days.
The radio commentator is not an ESPN employee.
We again apologize, especially to Mr. Lin. His accomplishments are a source of great pride to the Asian-American community, including the Asian-American employees at ESPN. Through self-examination, improved editorial practices and controls, and response to constructive criticism, we will be better in the future.”

IT'S HAPPY BIRTHDAY TIME IN CHRONICLEAND

And this is one of my loyal and favorite readers and she's a jewel. So lets all give a GREAT HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY TO;

MISS BRONTE' L WASHINGTON OF MARYLAND!

Bronte on behalf of me and everyone in Chronicleland. HAPPY BIRTHDAY AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU to have many, many more! Also check her out she's a consultant for Traci Lynn Fashion Jewelry go HERE!

Cynthia Bailey CELEBRATES Turning "45" Disco Style

Over at Bar One in Atlanta, Peter Thomas' wife, "RHOA" star Cynthia Bailey, celebrated her 45th birthday.

The event carried a disco-theme and also served as a birthday party for Cynthia's good friend April. Cynthia wore a dress from Zang Toi's 2012 collection.

Peter had the bar decorated with disco balls and there was a blinged out candy station area with vintage candies. Guests sipped champagne and were given sparkly tiaras and glow sticks.

Cynthia and April also had a cute three-tier cake. I wonder who's on the record (an old 45) on the top tier?

Cynthia tweeted,

Can't read without my glasses, knees aren't what they used to be & I have no short term memory. Otherwise, I'm loving 45! Happy Bday 2 me:)

The Stars came out for The Bronner Brother Hair Show in Atlanta

Reality stars Memphitz and Toya Wright were spotted at the Upscale Magazine Celebrity Corner booth during the show.

Musiq Soulchild's was in the house....

Nicole Ari Parker looked gorgeous as she posed with Chamique Holdsclaw.

We haven't seen her in a while but former "RHOA" star Lisa Wu made the rounds at the show.

Jaime Foster Brown of "S2S" checked out the latest hairstyles.

"House of Payne" star Demetria McKinney looked cute in a pink dress and matching lipstick.

Brian T. White got all suited up for the event.

David Battle won the Barber Battle and walked away with $20,000.

Nice! This is one of the best Hair Shows in the WORLD!

We knew this was coming; Bobby Kristina's Ex Boyfriend on Inside Edition

Bobbi Kristina's ex boyfriend Zach Jafarzadeh says Bobbi Kristina and Whitney Houston were more like sisters.
INSIDE EDITION is getting an insight into the tensions and turmoil of Whitney Houston's private life, from someone who knows the family very well.

Zach Jafarzadeh dated Houston's daughter, Bobbi Kristina, for more than two years.
"There was a power struggle at that household," Jafarzadeh told INSIDE EDITION's Diane McInerney.

He would spend hours hanging out with Houston and Krissi, as he called Bobbi Kristina, at Houston's mansion in Atlanta.
He said Bobbi Kristina loved her mother dearly but they would have major blowups.
"They would fight, they almost felt like they were sisters," said Jafarzadeh.
McInerney asked, "What would they fight over?"

"Anything. If there wasn't milk in the refrigerator or something. There would be an outburst," responded Jafarzadeh.

Jafarzadeh says he never saw Houston do drugs but was aware from his time at the house that it was a big problem.
Jafarzadeh said, "Everybody knows Whitney had a drug struggle. She had a hard time with drugs and it was obvious in the house that that was happening."

McInerney then asked, "In what way was it obvious that Whitney was battling drugs?"
"There would be days when she was extremely ecstatic, happy, being outgoing having a good time, and next day, sad and down, on the couch watching TV all day," said Jafarzadeh.
Strangely, Jafarzadeh said Houston and her daughter had a role reversal.
"Krissi was the parent sometimes. She always looked out for her mom. Anything that was going on with her mom, if her mom felt sick, was down for the day, Krissi would comfort her mom, talk to her, try to get her to go out," said Jafarzadeh.

Bobbi Kristina herself hit the headlines last year when the National Enquirer showed photos of her reportedly doing cocaine.
Jafarzadeh admits he leaked the photos to 

the Enquirer and now regrets that decision. He said, "I wish I had never done it. If I could say anything to Krissi, I would say, 'I am so sorry for any stress I caused her.' 

Jafarzadeh says Houston allowed her teenage daughter to drink booze.
"She'd rather have Krissi at the house drinking, than out partying and drinking, getting in trouble," said Jafarzadeh. He continued and said, "If she had let Bobbi Kristina go out and do what she wanted to, I think it would have been a lot worse."

Jafarzadeh says he knows the heartache his ex-girlfriend is going through now after losing her mom.
McInerney asked, "Did she want to be like her mom?"

"Yeah, of course. She looked up to her mom so much, her mom was huge, she was the best, she had so much personality. They really had a very extremely close relationship. Krissi needs her right now," said Jafarzadeh.

Toni, Toni, Toni, Miss Braxton looked FAB as she wowed the crowed in L.A!

She has six Grammys and seven American Music Awards to her name so there is little doubt that Toni Braxton can belt out a song.
But at her performance last night the 45-year-old singer’s voice was not the only thing wowing the crowd – her outfit was just as show stopping. 

Toni took to the stage at the Nokia Theatre in LA in a dramatic purple dress which boasted a waist-high split, backless detail and sheer material.

The Un-break my heart singer looked much younger than her years in the daring ensemble which looked considerable similar to a Richard Tyler dress she wore to the 2001 Grammy Awards.
Toni teamed the see-through purple and black dress with a sequin-embellished body and matching strappy heels. 

As she strutted across the stage she showed off her toned thighs and trim shape – which would rival women half her age.

The Braxton Family Values star hinted on Twitter that she would like to be a judge on the next series of the X Factor ahead of her concert.
Responding to a fan she posted: ‘@ Jasmine_Sharee: @SimonCowell I'm thinking you should make@tonibraxton a judge on @thexfactorusa...yup that sounds epic to me” aww thanks!’

Don Cornelius Memorial Service Held

While the world became so entangled in Whitney Houston’s sudden death. We near;y forgot about another sudden death that happen as well. Don Cornelius was remembered last week at a private ceremony, that took place at Forest Lawn in Los Angeles. Hundreds of family, friends, entertainers, sports figures and even some former “Soul Train” dancers gathered to honor Don Cornelius’ legacy and recall their recollections of the baritone-voiced host and entrepreneur. 

The nearly three-hour memorial service featured plenty of laughter and music, including several photos of Don Cornelius on the show’s set were displayed for the gathering, which ended with clips of the popular host dancing and delivering his signature sign-off, “Love, Peace and Soul!!!’’
The Rev. Jesse Jackson delivered a eulogy that centered on how Don Cornelius’ creation created a platform for black music and culture that hadn’t been seen on television when “Soul Train’’ debuted in 1970. “Don, we say thanks for being conductor of the Soul Train and laying the tracks,’’ Jackson said. “We thank you because we needed you so badly and you helped us so much.’’ Several speakers noted that Don didn’t just give a platform to performers — but he also gave opportunities to black cameramen and demonstrated that television programming aimed at black audiences was viable.

Pastor Donnie McClurkin, who led the service, noted that his mother didn’t allow her children to listen to popular music.

But when she went grocery shopping on Saturdays, he and his siblings caught up on all the latest dance moves and music by watching “Soul Train.’’

Don Cornelius’ granddaughter Christina said that to the world, her grandfather was a visionary and trailblazer. “He was all those things. But to me he was just grandpa,” she said, breaking down. “My smooth voiced, loving grandpa.” Several other speakers spoke, including Don Cornelius’ son Tony, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Smokey Robinson, and Stevie Wonder gave a rousing performance of “Love’s In Need of Love.” REST IN PEACE DON!

Keyshia Cole Takes Son Shopping in L.A.

Keyshia Cole spent her Saturday shopping with her son DJ Gibson on Robertson Blvd. in West Hollywood. The stylish mother and child (check out DJ’s Gucci boots) got caught by the paparazzi while perusing the trendy shops.
The devoted wife and mother recently revealed that she has recorded a duet with Ashanti for her fifth album Woman to Woman and is in the process of selecting the first single.

“Picked 4 singles today! Mixing on Monday! We also picked a network for the reality show #FamilyFirst!!! Excited,” tweeted the blonde singer.

Terrence Howard tells his wife shut up you’re losing me Gigs!

Terrence Howard is in the middle of a VERY messy divorce [click here if you missed that] and claims his wife's allegations are effecting his career...
From TMZ

TMZ has obtained new documents in the nasty divorce between Terrence and Michelle Howard. Michelle has accused Terrence of smacking her in the face and chipping her tooth with his wedding ring, slugging her in the face and neck and threatening to throw her off a balcony ... the list goes on. 

Terrence has denied all the allegations, but he says, "I am gravely concerned that her actions have had an incredibly negative effect on my career and my ability to obtain future work as an actor."

Terrence's agent, Jim Toth -- Reese Witherspoon's hubby -- submitted a declaration in which he says Terrence has not received any "suitable offers" since the allegations were made, and he only pulled in $60,000 for his last project which ended in September.

LIVE IN THE NUDE…NATE DOGG!

TMZ is reporting that a 5-minute sex tape featuring the late Nate Dogg and an unidentified female lover has surfaced and is being shopped to various media outlets. The tape is 5-minutes long, featuring Nate and an unkown female lover having sex in only two positions while listening to a sexy Luther Vandross soundtrack..

Not sure who would want to buy a sex tape of person who is now dead.

Oprah Winfrey Could Be Returning To The Big Screen In A New Lee Daniels Movie

Oprah Winfrey may return to acting in what would be her first live-action movie since 1998’s Beloved. Oprah is mulling an offer to co-star in The Butler, Precious director Lee Daniels’ story of Eugene Allen, a black man who worked as butler in the White House, serving eight presidents from 1952 to 1986. Sources say that Lee Daniels wants David Oyelowo, who starred in the recent Tuskegee Airmen action film Red Tails and will appear in Daniels’ upcoming thriller The Paperboy, to portray the butler. Oprah would play Allen’s wife. Like many of Lee Daniels’ projects, financing and players are moving around, but decisions on the two stars should be made in the

You do not keep YEEZEY Waiting!...or else pay the consequences!

A driver for Kanye West found out the hard way that you don't keep Yeezy waiting...
Kanye, in London preparing for fashion week, sent his driver out to pick up his lunch. Why did it take Driver two hours to get back?

A source tells the Sunday Mirror,

"The driver left at 1pm and didn't make it back until 3pm, when the head of security told him: 'I'm sorry but I'm going to have to let you go. You took too long and Kanye got p**sed off. He was really hungry'."
Driver blames the hold up on London traffic and is said to be considering an unfair dismissal lawsuit against Kanye. 

However after eating the rapper was front row at the Mark Fast show.

Looking fresh in a denim jacket, mint cable-knit sweater, faded jeans, and the new Air Yeezy colorways, he shared a laugh with TV personality Zara Martin as models ripped down the runway. Kanye will take a second shot at designing when he debuts his new womenswear collection during Paris Fashion Week on March 6.

Evelyn Lozada's Wedding Shoot For "ESSENCE.COM"

Evelyn Lozada (currently planning a wedding to Chad Ochocinco) recently sat down with ESSENCE.com for a white-wedding themed photoshoot.

She told that mag that Chad is in charge of music and entertainment for the occassion but she's still deciding on bridesmaids. When asked if any of her "BBW" co-stars be in the wedding she said, "Depends on how season four plays out. Be sure to watch!"

She was styled for the gorgeous shoot by celebrity bridal stylist LuLu Amin who said,
“We really wanted to celebrate her recent engagement by decking her out in the latest couture collection, fresh off the runway from internationally renowned bridal atelier Ines Di Santo.”

Looking good Evelyn!

Don't forget to tune into "BBW" on VH1 at 8pmET.

Get tips on picking out the perfect wedding dress and other hints at ESSENCE.

Heidi to Seal Just 'Stay away' I’m going forward with the divorce!

Heidi Klum is 'moving forward' with her divorce from Seal.
The German supermodel - who parted ways from the Kiss From A Rose singer last month after almost seven years of marriage - reportedly thinks it's 'best to be away' from her estranged husband as the former couple come to terms with their marital split.

An insider explained: 'They have had very little contact and Heidi wants to keep it this way. She feels less stressed out now and feels it's best to be away from Seal, so she doesn't get confused about her feelings.

'She is moving forward with the divorce.'

While the couple - who raise four children, Leni, seven, Henry, six, Johan, five, and two-year-old Lou, together - were previously both wearing their wedding rings, it is thought they have given up hope that they might be able to 'work it out' and both Seal and Heidi have been spotted without their bands. 

The source added to People.com: 'They had both been wearing their wedding rings and had mutually thought they might be able to work it out. But it doesn't look like it's going that way.'

Following the split, Seal admitted he was keen to continue to wear his wedding ring as a 'token' of how he feels about Heidi and he had 'no intention' of removing the band anytime soon.
He recently said: 'I think it's just pretty much a token of how I feel about this woman. We have eight years. Eight wonderful years together. 

'Just because we have decided to separate doesn't necessarily mean you take off your ring and you're no longer connected to that person.
'Will we wear the ring for the rest of our lives? Who knows? But right now it feels really comfortable on my hand so I have intentions of taking it off anytime soon.'

AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES
“View From The Bottom”

And now you know the view that you subject little kids to seeing when you choose to let your bottom biscuits air out. Maybe now you will think twice before inadvertently harming our youth.

HAVE A GREAT ONE EVERYONE!!!

EFREM