Rihanna Labeled The "New Princess Diana"? By "The Sunday Times"
The publication 'shopped a pic of Rihanna and Princess Di's face together for the cover, and offered up why this comparison can be a good and a bad thing.
In an excerpt, they explain the love of paparazzi stemming from anguish:
Like Diana, Rihanna has worryingly drifted into using photo ops to send messages of allure, defiance, or revenge in a turbulent relationship with an errant partner.....Diana’s anguished helplessness and isolation inside the royal family, with its stoical code of duty, led her to gravitate toward the ever-hovering paparazzi, whose global power as a media institution increased exponentially because of her popularity…
And their similar beginnings:
Diana and Rihanna began as sensitive, wounded, but appealingly bubbly and good-natured provincial girls who slowly discovered their own photogenic virtuosity and began to conceptualize themselves as living sculpture for the lens. Both developed a false intimacy with photographers and the public and began to cannibalize themselves in their futile search for security in love. Diana, rebuffed, eventually accepted her exile. But Rihanna, in the classic syndrome of the battered woman, still pities and hopes to change and save her abuser...
Hmmm. Rihanna ignored the possible negative side of the story and Instagrammed pics of the papers and how she came back to her hotel, drunk, and found them:
Just so happens I came home drunk to this in a pile of papers outside my hotel room! My lil Bajan behind, never thought these many people would even know my name, now it's next to Princess Diana's on the front of a newspaper! Life can be such a beautiful thing when you let it be #yourejealous :)
When your face is pic-stitched to Princess Diana's on the cover of The Sunday Times.... I mean... #extraordinaRIHbehavior
Speak on it....
Lil Wayne claims he slept with Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh’s wife
Lil Wayne claims to know the Miami Heat’s Chris Bosh’s wife on a very personal level.
During a performance in Houston Sunday night, the rapper explicitly said: “I slept with Chris Bosh’s wife.”
In town for NBA’s All-Star Weekend, Wayne was obviously still upset about getting the boot from a Heat game in Miami last week for cheering the visiting Los Angeles Lakers.
“The NBA banned me from all NBA events,” he told a packed H-Town venue, “because the Miami Heat told them to ban me.”
Although reports stated he was thrown out for making a gun gesture at another fan during the game, the rapper was visibly still irate about getting tossed and fully blamed the Heat for it.
“So I’m @ da Heat game right, rottin 4 da Lakers kuz dats my team & would u believe they got police 2 make me leave?!” Wayne Tweeted the night of the game. “Wow! F*** da heat.”
His rant continued Sunday as he led the crowd in chanting “F--- the Miami Heat” and named Heat players LeBron James and Dwayne Wade before claiming to have slept with Bosh's wife, Adrienne Williams Bosh.
Neither Bosh’s rep nor the Miami Heat have commented on Wayne’s remarks, but it’s a lucky guess to say this is far from over.
Fergie & Hubby Josh Duhamel Are Expecting!
The couple, who wed in January 2009, spoke about their desire to start a family during an October 2012 appearance on Oprah’s Next Chapter. Though Duhamel said he hoped to one day have five children, Fergie lowered his expectations. “We negotiated that early on,” the 37-year-old singer said. “Two is our number.”
Congratulations to Fergie and Josh
Sex Toy Selling Kandi Burruss Defends Gospel Duet With Marvin Sapp
As she concentrates on a new relationship with her fiance’ Todd Tucker and decorating her new home, Burruss hasn’t had time to get caught up in the never-ending drama between the “talls and smalls” that seems to be the focus of the program. But, her manager, Don Juan, noticed her career has been lagging as she puts all of her energy toward her personal life.
Agreeing that she need to re-focus, the 36-year-old singer/songwriter/producer went back to the studio and unexpectedly laid tracks for a … gospel record! Don Juan was understandably taken aback when his client said she wanted to add a gospel song to her next CD. Although Burruss has been successful making hits for her self and others and has dabbled in other genres (Country and House for instance), the R&B singer’s desire to do a gospel album comes as a surprise because Kandi, a single mom, is known for speaking candidly about sex. More importantly, she owns a sex toy line (“Bedroom Kandi“) and hosts a sexually oriented web show (“Kandi Koated Knights“), two factors that are not typical of an artist that sings about/for the Lord.
Apparently, Burruss is looking to make another hit. The song, entitled “Prayed Up,” features platinum- selling gospel artist Marvin Sapp. He sings and preaches the gospel. She sings and sells sex toys. Online comments suggest this collaboration struck a bad chord with the majority of viewers.
Days after the show aired, on Facebook Burruss expressed that she was prepared for disapproval:
“I knew when I decided to do it that I would be criticized. That’s to be expected. I’m a single mom that had a child out of wedlock, I speak openly about sex on #KandiKoatedNights, I have #BedroomKandi, etc… I’m very honest about who I am. ”
The Grammy award winning, former member of 90′s girl group Xscape is not deterred by the criticism. In the lyrics of the song she calls herself a “sinner” and says “hopefully people with a similar struggle can relate.”
Kandi won’t be the first R&B songstress to do a gospel album. Many R&B artists got their start in the church and want to return to their roots; some of them never left their roots. Sometimes an artist will do music they always wanted to do. As Burruss said on the follow-up episode, she is claiming a #1 record. From the sound of the single Kandi is back in her zone.
Andre Leon Talley DENIES That He's Leaving "VOGUE"
It all started when ALT signed a production deal with production company Electus, which was brokered by Marc Beckman. Marc spoke about the signing saying, "We think a television platform is an ideal showcase for André’s personality to shine and bring together his amazing network of personal contacts, ranging from designers to musicians to politicians..."
That's all fine and good that ALT wants to expand HIS brand, but the folks over at Page Six reported that VOGUE and Conde Nast have no desire to watch ALT or any other editor on their mast head spread their wings. One source said, “The powers that be aren’t huge fans of his television aspirations, and they want to sever all ties now."
But of course this could simply be speculation and rumor since no one from Conde Nast has gone on the record to confirm ALT has left the building. In fact, Andre's rep denied the rumors and told the NY Post, "Andre is absolutely maintaining his relationship as a contributor . . . [He] has a number of projects in the works with Vogue and Condé Nast, and maintains a warm relationship with both.”
Only time will tell how this will eventually play out....but do you think that ALT has what it takes to compete with comedians and late night hosts?
“Starter Wives Confidential” Gets The Plug PULLED!!
If you want to watch the remainder of episodes of Starter Wives Confidential you will have to go online to TLC.com. Ask me why? ::Long pause::
Is it ratings? Is it a change in network direction…or all the outside drama?!
It’s no secret Starter Wives Confidential was plagued by legal inquiries and possible lawsuits from the beginning. Starting with Shanequa Tompkins being missing from all the episodes, her ex 50 cent allegedly had an agreement or contract with her of some sort that either prevented or made it difficult for her to partake in the show.
I know before taping even began I was questioned about my posts relating to anyone connected with Lamar Odom. Luckily TLC had no control over what I do or can post so it became a non-issue. I never did find out who was putting pressure on them. Cut to the Lil Kim situation, one which I’m still confused about and can’t even confirm if there is a law suit.
Bringing a show with women of color to TLC we always knew was a challenge and I love that they believed in our stories and gave us a voice. A voice, honesty, love, a lot of drama, and a bit of ratchetness. (Usually required for any good reality show.)
I can only imagine there were a lot of people who were afraid what would come out on Starter Wives Confidential and as you saw from the first few episodes, the ladies were NOT holding back! Trust me it gets better and much juicier. But I digress. (I always wanted to say that in a post.)
I want to say that from the very bottom of my soul the support and love from viewers was more amazing then I imagined. Even the haters felt our show was genuine. I love that personally I got to not only bond with 5 amazing women but was allowed to show that not all celebrity wives sit home, model, or are simpletons. For the first time people got to know who I really am, if even just a little bit.
So it SUCKS that you have to watch episodes online but it beeeez like that sometimes.
Clive Davis Confesses He’s Bi Sexual In New Memoir + Opens Up About Trying To Save Whitney Houston’s Life
Rolling Stone reports:
Davis, who has been married and divorced twice, has never before publicly addressed his sexuality. In a candid five-page section toward the end of the book, due in stores today, he writes that he first had a sexual encounter with a man during “the era of Studio 54.” “On this night, after imbibing enough alcohol, I was open to responding to his sexual overtures,” writes Davis, who says he had only been with women before. Being with a man, he writes, provided “welcome relief.”
After a period of “soul searching and self-analysis,” Davis separated from his second wife in 1985, and says that he went on to have simultaneous relationships with two women and a man. In 1990, he entered into a “monogamous relationship” with a male doctor, who is not named in the book. Although that relationship ended in 2004, Davis says he has been in a subsequent relationship with another man ever since.
And if you’re more interested in his professional life and accomplishments, there’s plenty of that. The memoir touches on him working (post 1975) and shaping the careers of Kelly Clarkson, Alicia Keys and his tenure heading Arista and J Records. And for Whitney Houston fans, he goes into great details about his relationship with the late singer. Not unexpectedly, Davis devotes an entire chapter to his work with Whitney Houston.
He recounts the subsequent problems that led to her death, reprints a letter that he penned to her, after seeing her in 2001 at Michael Jackson’s tribute and opens up about a one-on-one intervention that he attempted. He also touches upon the shock of getting that momentous phone call, just before his annual pre-Grammy party, that she had died. The book is available at Amazon.
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San Francisco 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick Spurns Oscars To Focus On Football
The second year quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers was one pass completion away from the biggest comeback in the history of the Super Bowl and that bad taste hasn't left his mouth. The Sacramento Bee reports that Kaepernick has received invitations to both the Grammys and the Oscars, but has curved both events to continue training in Atlanta for the upcoming season.
The dual-threat quarterback's workouts usually start at 8 a.m. and last until the late afternoon. Kaepernick's father, Rick, says his son is in Atlanta because he would "never get anything done if he stayed closer to home."
In the Super Bowl which was won by the Ray Lewis and Joe Flacco led Baltimore Ravens, Kaepernick led a remarkable comeback after going down 28-6 shortly after halftime. After a power outage delayed the game over a half-hour, Kap pulled the Niners to a two-point deficit of 31-29, but failed to complete the final scoring drive with only seven yards to the end zone.
Kapernick threw for 302 yards and a touchdown while running for 62 yards and a rushing touchdown in Super Bowl XLVII. The 85th Annual Academy Awards will take place this Sunday, February 24th at the Dolby Theater.
Khloe Kardashian Fired From ‘X Factor’
Insiders say they are asking Mario Lopez to return, but not 28-year-old Khloe.
Jay-Z & LeBron Host Sprite's 2 Kings Dinner
Shawn “JAY Z” Carter and LeBron James co-hosted a private dinner during the 2013 All-Star weekend with their closest friends in entertainment, media, sports and tech--including Twitter's CEO Dick Costolo (pictured below), Beyonce, Diddy, Drake, Irv Gotti, J Cole, Ne-Yo and DJ Mick Boogie.
Beyonce kept it chic in a tailored white suit.
And the guests noshed on a two course meal with choices of lobster salad, foie gras "poor boys", gulf red snapper and roasted chicken breast.
Drake & Ne-Yo were spotted chillin' at their table.
Diddy came through to support his homies.
J.Cole came out to party with his Roc Nation boss.
Steve Stoute chopped it up with the fellas.
Bey showed off her own bottle of Ace of Spades.
Basketball wives Larsa Pippen and Adrienne Bosh partied it up witht heir men Chris & Scottie.
And Bron snapped pics with his homies--fashion designer Frankie Walker, also from Akron, and rapper Ducky $mallz.
Fun Times!
Eveyln Loazda Opens Up: Talks Love After Ochocinco, What Her Future Husband Will Look Like + Life Lessons From Iyanla Vanzant
Chances are, if you’re a fan of Basketball Wives, you probably can’t wait until the new season airs. And if you’re like me, the best that you can do in the meantime, is put the pieces together (about the pending season), by stalking their twitter and instagram accounts. Recently, we caught up with Evelyn Lozada, one of the show’s break-out stars, who’s name has been in the press, on blogs and on reality TV junkies lips for the last eight months.
She, along Shaunie O’Neal and Suzie Ketchum, attended Tami Roman’s nail polish launch and I cornered each of them (well cornered is a bit of an exaggeration) asking them about the new season (with no luck). Anywho, we chatted with Evelyn about what her relationship is like these days with Iyanla Vanzant, if her ex-husband Ochocinco ever considered counseling with Iyanla, her new line (Vida Lux) with Teresa Caldwell (Bow Wow’s mama) and what she’s looking for in the love department (after having such a public relationship).
Peep a few excerpts below.
Peep a few excerpts below.
On what her relationship is like now with Iyanla Vanzant:
She has been such a blessing to me. We recently talked over text. She has just really helped me through my whole process. She just really helped me open my eyes to things that you don’t think about, or things growing up that effect you today. She’s been great and she came at a time in my life when I really needed some type of guidance. It made say, ‘Why am I the way I am?’ Why am I so angry and why do I accept the things that I accept. She’s just been great.
On if there’s been discussions about her ex- husband, Ochocinco, having a therapy session with Iyanla:
I know that his people were interested and there were talks, but I don’t know if that is ever going to happen.
On dealing with criticism:
I’m so use to it, I’m so use to controversy so if there isn’t any I feel a certain way. I’ve grown to have thick skin. I’ve grown to know everybody’s going to have an opinion and I’ve been called every name in the book.
On if she’s open to marriage again and what she’s looking for her in a future husband:
I just really want my future husband, very God fearing. That is something that is really important to me especially the last eight months. People say that you go through stuff and your God’s best friend; he truly got me through so much that is first and foremost. What ever he looks like is fine, I guess that will all come. And this time I’m like ‘I’m not choosing…’ I’m going to let him bring whoever that person is to me…even if it takes three years, it’ fine, I’m cool.
Tamar Shuts Down Pregnancy Rumors
Tamar shuts down the rumors...sort of...
Tamar posted this picture of her flat belly on Instagram but quickly deleted the evidence.
I wonder Why?
Dwight Howard’s Baby Mama “Hope Alexa” SHOWS PROOF That He Is The Baby’s Father
Though she never admitted it yet that Howard is indeed the daddy, one can conclude he sure is because the child resembles him, plus check this photo out below:
Also Royce Reed, Dwight’s other baby mama, took to her Twitter and Instagram share the news……It is nice to see the Dwight’s children mother getting along with each other:
You can say what u want but there’s no drama between us! #SiblingLove! Love u girl @hopealexa always!
She is such a doll, but it makes you wonder why Dwight didn’t put a gag order on Hope, like he did with Royce. Well here it is…….Hope never said anything negative about Dwight that can destroy his career. As it is, she is very contented and happy being a single parent. She never confirmed that Dwight is her daughter’s father nor did he claim he is.
New Song: Mariah Carey – ‘Almost Home’
It’s finally here!
The long-awaited new single from songstress Mariah Carey made its way to the net moments ago and is already winning rave reviews from her legions of lambs. And only them!
officially at Itunes, listen below to the Stargate-produced track – the lead single from Disney’s ‘Oz: The Great & Powerful’ soundtrack…
LISTEN:
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES
‘What What There’s Your Butt’
HAVE A GREAT DAY!!!
EFREM
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