Ladies and gentlemen, I give you, Trina Braxton–the solo star.
The middle Braxton sister is busting out from her eldest sibling’s shadow with her debut single ‘Party Or Go Home’. Does ‘Miss Boom Boom’ have what it takes to be the world class Pop star she says she can be?
Get your life to ‘Party’ Song:
Wow! From beginning to end Trina commands the Electro-Pop head banger like a seasoned pro.
Trina served you know what and everything else! A fitting debut from the self dubbed ‘Party Girl’ on the hit WE reality show ‘Braxton Family Values’.
Lil Kim Reveals ‘Keys To The City (Ft. Young Jeezy)’ Single Cover
Lil Kim’s new single, ‘Keys to the City (Ft. Young Jeezy)’, set the airwaves ablaze when it was released last week and now I have the track’s accompanying cover art.
Song;
For those of you wondering why it took Kim so long to ready a new album. But seriously Kim you really messed up your face and I HATE that wig!
OPRAH’S REVEALING BEHIND-THE-SCENE MOMENTS DURING THE BOBBI KRISTINA INTERVIEW
Oprah Winfrey is telling some revealing behind the scenes information about her interview with Bobbi Kristina Brown. If you thought something was a little off when Oprah Winfrey interviewed Whitney Houston’s daughter Bobbi Kris, you were right! According to Oprah Winfrey, the interview “almost didn’t happen” because Bobbi Kris couldn’t be found. “I was on the plane leaving New York, the producer says we can’t find Bobbi Kristina. We don’t know if she’s going to do an interview. And I said, by the time I land I’m hoping you would have found her,” Oprah said.
As seen on Oprah’s Next Chapter, Bobbi Kristina did eventually turn up at the Houston family home in Atlanta. But, they stood only because Bobbi Kris was not open to sitting down with her. “When I saw her, the reason I didn’t sit down [with Bobbi Kristina] is because I was told that she didn’t really want to sit down,” Oprah shared. “So I just used that moment.” Oprah’s interview with Bobbi Kristina drew 3.5 million viewers, setting a record for the OWN network and the series Oprah’s Next Chapter.
In other Bobbi Kris news: Bobbi Kris and her aunt Pat Houston has been spotted coming and going from Tyler Perry’s Atlanta Studios. Unofficially, there is word that Bobbi Kris has landed a recurring role on Tyler Perry’s For Better Or Worse series on TBS. The comedy, which stars Tasha Smith and Michael Jai White, has recently been renewed for a second season. The show features the characters Angela and Marcus from Why Did I Get Married? movie franchise. Angela owns a beauty salon on the series and Bobbi Kris is said to be featured in a recurring role as the daughter of one of the stylists in the her shop.
In the spring issue of Heed Magazine, Laz Alonso shares his journey from
Wall Street to Broad Way and how pursuing his passion with humility and
perseverance landed him a spot among acting’s elite. Dawn Richard opens up about
success as a Bad Boy artist and gives us a glance of what’s in store for her in
the near future. Heed is always on the cutting edge of publishing technology and
will offer a special edition Dawn Richard cover of the spring issue on April
20th exclusively via Magcloud.com.Also, exclusive interviews with legendary
gospel artist Fred Hammond, newcomer Luke James and re-emerging super talents
Ruben Studdard, Tiffany Evansand Tanya Blount.
Heed Magazine will expose the “voice of an emerging subculture” with a
sleek sophistication unique to that of its’ peers.”
On Tuesday, April 10th Heed will be available on the newsstands of Barnes
& Noble stores across this country. The journey to this stage in publisher,
Saoul Vanderpool’s eyes was far from easy, “This is my baby and godchild to a
staff of today’s leaders, trendsetters and game-changers who have persevered to
bring to surface the voice of an emerging subculture. An abundance of time,
nursing and persistence has brought this matte finished issue into the palms of
your hands. We only hope that you will experience the beauty, substance and
enlightened perspective our team sought out to create at Heed’s
conception.”
About Heed:
Heed magazine fulfills a niche’ in the urban marketplace; a
spiritually based magazine that targets multi-ethnic urbanites. The magazine is
a quarterly digital publication focused on expressing positive, diverse and
spiritual perspectives on our generation as it relates to current events,
politics and popular culture. The magazine has a clean-edged hip twist that is
attractive to a vast audience of readers. Heed is available at Zinio.com and
online at www.heedmag.com.
Nene Leakes Lands A Tv Comedy Pilot
NeNe Leakes’ transformation from Real Housewife to bona fide television
star is almost complete. It appears that NeNe has landed a coveted role in Glee
creator Ryan Murphy’s new NBC comedy pilot, The New Normal. Ryan Murphy and NeNe
began working together earlier this year after Ryan cast NeNe in Glee as Sue
Sylvester’s rival, synchronized swimming coach Roz Washington. The new comedy is
about a blended family of a gay couple and their surrogate. NeNe will play the
recurring role of Rocky. While a role in a new TV series means NeNe will be
spending plenty of time in California, the Georgia peach insists she won’t be
relocating to L.A. permanently.
Magic Johnson group purchases LA Dodgers for $2
Billion
Magic Johnson and his ownership group (Guggenheim Baseball management
group) have purchased the Los Angeles Dodgers for $2.15 billion. The largest
price paid for a professional sports franchise in history. Also apart of the
ownership group, Peter Guber-who is also one of the owners of the Golden State
Warriors, Stan Kasten (former President of the Washington Nationals), Bobby
Patton and Todd Boehly. Mark Walter of Guggenheim Partners is the controlling
partner.
“I am thrilled to be part of the historic Dodger franchise and intend to
build on the fantastic foundation laid by Frank McCourt as we drive the Dodgers
back to the front page of the sports section in our wonderful community of Los
Angeles,” said the 52-year-old Johnson.
This group is a perfect mix of
funding, experience and a great face for ownership. Magic’s deep ties to the
city will certainly prove beneficial as the work begins to bring good feelings
back after the last few tumtulous years with the McCourts.
The sale came five hours after Major League Baseball owners approved three
finalists for the auction.
McCourt is somehow retaining or sharing ownership
of the parking lots outside of Dodger stadium. (cash cow!)
I’m sure the
elevated price tag has everything to do with the idea of creating a Dodgers
network similar to the deal the Lakers made with Time Warner and like the
Yankees have in New York.
Congratulations to Magic. I really wish more NBA Athletes would talk to
Magic about how he made that transition into the business side.
VIDEO SHOOT: Q Parker's "Show You How" Video Ft. Olivia,
Willie Taylor & More
Q Parker of 112 is currently doing his own solo thing. And he just shot
the video for his single "Show You How" in Brooklyn.
"Walk Away" singer
Olivia is looking beautiful in the amazingly talented Q Parker's brand new G.
Visuals and Randy Marshall-directed/produced video for his track "Show You
How." And the singers posed on set with former Bad Boy artist from Total,
Pam. She looks exactly the same.
By the way, Pam's manager revealed that Total MAY be making a comeback with
herself and the original members Kima & Keisha, despite Pam having switched
gears to spreading the word of God after becoming saved.
Q, who is also a fitness model these days.
Looks like Wilie is playing the other man:
Q tweeted his thanks to Olivia saying, "Thanku @1andonlyOlivia for being
apart of my video for "Show You How" 2day...ur a beauty, w/personality, a
hustler & a real vocalist!!!"
And Bravo reality star Chef Roble also made an appearance on the set. Fab
times!
You can cop Q's new single "Show You How" over at iTunes HERE!
Ewwwww, Nadya Suleman Strips Down for Closer
Magazine
It’s no secret that she’s had money problems for years, and now Nadya
Suleman has resorted to posing nude to pay the bills and find a new place to
live.
According to a report, “Octomom” got naked for the folks over at the
European magazine Closer in a new photo, which nabbed her a quick $10,000
paycheck.
Of her decision to bare all, Suleman explained, "I'm doing that
(posing nude) because I need to feed my kids. I need to pay the bills. And I'm
still very cognizant of the repercussions of my choices."
Back in 2009, Nadya was offered $1 million from Vivid Entertainment for a
multi-film contract, but back then she apparently wasn’t as desperate.
Young Vito Indicted In Slim Dunkin Murder
The man suspected in the murder of Atlanta rapper Slim Dunkin was indicted
by a grand jury this week. The “Atlanta Journal-Constitution” says rapper Young
Vito, whose real name is Vinson Hardimon, was formally charged on Tuesday with
felony murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during commission
of a felony. Young Vito is accused of shooting Slim Dunkin, real name Mario
Hamilton, on December 16th in an Atlanta recording studio. Young Vito was
reportedly waiting to use the recording booth when he allegedly punched Slim
Dunkin and a fight broke out. Slim Dunkin was shot in the chest during the
fight, and was declared dead at a local hospital.
Young Vito fled the scene,
but turned himself in to authorities ten days after the shooting. A trial date
for his case has not yet been set.
Did you know this about George Zimmerman?
Details of George Zimmerman’s Employment. George Zimmerman, the
neighborhood watchman who fatally shot 17-year-old Trayvon Martin last month,
remains a mysterious figure as the controversy surrounding him continues to
grow. In hiding since the shooting, little is publicly known about him.
However, new details have emerged, shedding light on Zimmerman’s religious
upbringing and his employment before the shooting.
Two sources have confirmed to the Orlando Sentinel that Zimmerman is, or
until recently was, an employee at the Maitland office of Digital Risk, LLC, a
mortgage risk-management firm.
Information provided to the Sentinel by one
source indicates that Zimmerman has not been to work since the shooting. His
title was “forensic loan review analyst” — basically an underwriter.
A source also provided a more recent photo of Zimmerman than the 2005
mugshot that has been the primary image of him in the media. The new photo shows
him smiling in a suit and tie.
Meanwhile, a report in The Washington Post
revealed new details about Zimmerman’s upbringing in Manassas, Va. Neighbors
told the Post that Zimmerman’s family was “very Catholic…very religious,” and
his father, Robert Zimmerman, a retired military man who could be strict.
The elder Zimmerman previously described his son as an altar boy in an
interview with the Sentinel. Records also show that George Zimmerman has a
tattoo on his chest of a cross, with the name, “Christina.”
What do you think?
Dennis Rodman is “extremely sick,” “broke” per
lawyer!!!!
Former NBA star Dennis Rodman is “extremely sick,” “broke” and is in no
position to pay hefty child and spousal support payments, according to court
documents.
Rodman is behind in his payments and faces a court hearing Tuesday in
Orange. He faces up to 20 days in jail for failure to pay spousal and child
support, according to an attorney for his ex-wife.
As of March 1, Rodman, 51,
owed $808,935 in back child support for the 9- and 10-year-old children that he
had with his third wife, Michelle Rodman, said her attorney, Jack Kayajanian, in
court documents.
Rodman also owed $51,441 through March 1 in back spousal support,
Kayajanian alleged in court documents.
Michelle Rodman, identified in court
papers as a Costa Mesa resident, is also requesting attorneys’ fees, according
to the Daily Pilot.
Dennis Rodman’s attorney, Linnea Willis, said in court
documents that the former Laker is barely capable of paying for his living
expenses, let alone the $5,000 he has for one child from another relationship,
and the $4,500 monthly payment for spousal and child support to Michelle
Rodman.
The attorneys who have represented him to date have worked pro bono,
Willis said.
“Respondent Dennis Rodman is broke and cannot afford any
additional fees,” according to court documents filed on his behalf.
He is
“extremely sick” and his marketability is diminishing with age and illness,
according to court documents.
Rodman, who played on championship Chicago Bulls teams with Michael Jordan
before coming to the Lakers, often led the NBA in rebounds. He has a long
history with Newport Beach, whose police were called to his Seashore Drive home
in West Newport 80 times during the eight years he lived there.
At the time
his third wife filed for divorce, he listed his monthly expenses as more than
$30,000, according to a 2004 article in the Los Angeles Times. Michelle Rodman
listed her monthly expenses as $17,000.
Azealia Banks Stylish in GQ Photoshoot
Azealia Banks appears in GQ magazine's April Style Bible issue.
The FAB Upcoming artist, Azealia Banks, has really been making a name for
herself lately. For her latest media appearance, the young rapper landed a spot
in GQ magazine’s April Style Bible issue where she showed off her softer side.
Check out a little bit from Banks’:
Azealia Banks on the attention she and her music have received: “I
definitely have more money and shit, but that’s all virtual stuff. I’ve been
making music for a while.
And I could read about myself on the Internet for a
while.”
…on meeting Kanye West and other celebrity fans: “It’s cool, but they’re
just people.
The skies don’t part and glow orange.”
…on who she looks to for inspiration: “Everyone. …Azealia Banks.”
Allen Iverson No Longer Wants A Divorces, Because him and
Wifey are still SMASHING IT UP!
NBA legend Allen Iverson no longer wants a divorce insisting he and his
estranged wife have recently bumped, so her petition is null and
void.
Iverson filed a motion to dismiss last week in his pending divorce
case, claiming he and his wife Tawanna had temporarily reconciled from November
2011 to February 2012 and had “resumed their marital relationship, cohabiting,
having sexual relations and holding themselves out as husband and
wife.”
According to Iverson, that’s enough for a judge to throw out Tawanna’s
divorce petition — on grounds the marriage isn’t “irretrievably broken” … as she
had claimed.
It’s unclear if Iverson actually wants to get back together with
Tawanna — the former NBA player’s legal move might simply be an attempt to delay
paying support.
A judge has yet to rule.
Chaka Khan Psa In Support Of Trayvon Martin – “Super Life:
Fear Kills, Love Heals”
Chaka Khan gathered several musicians and actors at Hollywood’s Henson
recording studios for a remake of the song Super Life (from Chaka’s 2007 album,
Funk This), for a public service announcement (PSA) in support of Trayvon
Martin. Entitled Super Life: Fear Kills, Love Heals, the PSA project is a
collaboration between Chaka, Kelly Price, Eric Benet, Kenny Lattimore, Veronika,
Luke James, Angela Bassett, Loretta Devine, Kimberly Elise, Sharon Leal, DeRay
Davis, Keke Palmer, Garcelle Beauvois, Eva Pigford, Terry Crews, and many
others.
You can watch the PSA — here:
Fed up with news reports about the tragic Martin case, Chaka said she
decided to “not just complain about it, but to do something about it.” Within 48
hours, she brought together several entertainment industry friends and Los
Angeles community residents to make a statement for justice using a medium she
knows well – a music video in the form of a PSA.
Several artists who were unable to attend the shoot sent videotapes,
including Common, Macy Gray, Meshell Ndegeocello, Talib Kweli, and Jasmine Guy.
Boris Kodjoe’s children, Angela Bassett’s children, Kenny Lattimore’s son,
Chaka’s nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and many other youth participated in the
taping. All wore identical white T-shirts that said “Super Life — Fear Kills,
Love Heals.” It’s available at www.Chakakhan.com
Adrienne Bosh’s baby shower
Adrienne Bosh held her baby shower in Miami on Sunday while her husband,
Chris Bosh and the Miami Heat faced off against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Included in the goody bags were homemade
cookies and body scrubs made by Adrienne herself, as well as assorted Trapp
candles, Mixed Chicks hair products and modern-chic aprons.As usual, Adrienne
was dressed to the nines. Pregnancy looks good on her.
Some of the guests in attendance included LeBron James’ fiance, Savannah
Brinson, Tracy Mourning, rapper Timbaland’s wife, Monique and more.
Kudos to her event planners. Adrienne’s events are always well put
together.
Evelyn Lozada Goes Hot Pink For The KONTROL
Magazine Cover
In the upcoming Decades issue of KONTROL magazine, "Basketball Wife" Evelyn
Lozada is rocking the cover in a Dolce & Gabbana hot pink sequined dress.
Continuing on her tour-o-magazine covers, Evelyn Lozada is rocking the new
KONTROL magazine showing off her fat engagement ring.
Evelyn is readying her upcoming VH1 spin-off show kicking off this
September, "Ev & Ocho," with her fiance Chad OchoCinco. The show will
follow their wedding planning all the way up to saying their "I Dos." Hopefully
they make it that far.
Here's highlights from Ev's cover story:
On her reality stardom "modesty": Although Evelyn refuses to admit that
she is a star, after modestly attempting to credit Tami Roman as the star of the
show, she fesses up and acknowledges that she is the star amongst the women.
“Alright, I’ll take it. I am.”
On how her friendship with Tami Roman differs from Jennifer Williams “I
think Tami is so honest and so real and she’s just herself and I love that about
her. She’s very humble. And that’s the difference between her and Jennifer to me
and that’s why we were able to move forward.”
On being over co-star Royce Reed Jennifer, whom Lozada says too often
“plays the victim,” was not the only one on Ev’s “do not” list. She revealed
she severed ties with Royce and has no intentions to reconnect. No surprise
there.
Oh Boyee!
Lil Kim Reveals ‘Keys To The City (Ft. Young Jeezy)’ Single
Cover
Lil Kim’s new single, ‘Keys to the City (Ft. Young Jeezy)’, set the
airwaves ablaze when it was released last week and now I have the track’s
accompanying cover art.
Song;
For those of you wondering why it took Kim so long to ready a new
album,
Beyonce, Blue Ivy and Her furry Coat
Mama Beyonce Knowles was spotted out and about in NYC with her precious
cargo wrapped up in a bundle of grey fur.
In a grey cardigan, grey/green skinny jeans and a pop of color with her
bright yellow pumps, Beyonce hit the Manhattan streets with Mama Tina for some
errands with her baby girl wrapped up into a scarf/sling/onesie mode of
transportation:
Bey is prepping the release of the official Summer Edition of her Pulse
fragrance available in stores for a limited time. And also for her major
comeback on stage at Revel Resort in Atlantic city Memorial Day Weekend.
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART”
FILES “Feeling Blue”
♫ I’m blue, I’m in need of a guy, I’m in need of a guy ♫
Those were the words, right? No? Well they seemed rather fitting for this
situation.
