Tyler Perry’s Single Mom’s Club, First Poster!
Lionsgate will release Tyler Perry’s Single Moms Club on March 14, 2014.
Tyler Perry’s Single Mom’s Club centers on a group of single mothers from varying backgrounds, who are brought together via an incident at the school their children attend, leading to the creation of a support group that helps all of them overcome personal obstacles. Ahead of its March release, the film’s first poster, which is more of a tease.
Tyler Perry wrote, directed, and is producer of the film, which, as of today, will be his only branded release in 2014, and which, by the way, will become a TV series on OWN as well.
Evelyn Lozada Shares Pregnancy Pictures
As she nears the end of her pregnancy, Basketball Wives star, Evelyn Lozada shares a few pictures with us, courtesy of Instagram.
Looking like she is ready to blow any day, but only in her 7th month, Evelyn is absolutely gorgeous.
Momma is a baddie.
British Radio Station Bans Jay Z’s ‘Drunk In Love’ Verse Because It Promotes Domestic Violence
Well folks, yet another Beyoncé track is attracting controversy. British Internet radio station BANG Radio is speaking out against Beyoncé’s popular “Drunk In Love” track featuring her hubby, Jay Z, Mad News UK reports. The station has vowed to nix the Brooklyn rapper’s verse from the song, as they believe it’s “displaying promotion of domestic violence against women.” BANG Radio CEO Jennifer Ogole, further explained their decision to scrub the verse in an issued statement.
“The lyrics derive from the film What’s Love Got To Do With It – the biopic of Tina Turner and her abusive relationship with her husband Ike Turner,” Ogole wrote. “The lyrics controversially imitate a scene of severe domestic violence within the film, displaying promotion of domestic violence against women; in this light BANG refuse to play the song lyrics from henceforth on our station.”
The statement goes on to say that BANG Radio’s core values will not allow them to continue to play a song containing those kinds of lyrics.
“We believe in the unity of women and music and in no way condone violence, domestic or otherwise, especially not through the power of music…therefore, the decision has been made to wipe the stated lyrics from the song. We believe that ALL people, regardless of age, gender, sexuality or race should have the right to an enjoyable listen to our station without the promotion of such morals,” Ogole continued.
“We stand firm with our values and principles in our passion for social justice,” the statement goes on. “Respectful of what our audience want to hear on BANG Radio, we feel this is the right action to take in regards to the controversial lyrics of the song and we will continue to serve in social equality for people through music and content on our station.”
What do you think of BANG’s decision to pull the track? Were you offended by Jay’s “eat the cake” reference?
African Singer Dencia Catches Heat For Promoting Skin Bleach Cream
The Internets went crazy this week when a photo of an African woman promoting skin lightening cream turned viral. Dencia, a Cameroonian/Nigerian singer wearing a blond wig and bikini with her skin several shades lighter than its original hue, was promoting the Whitenicious cream thus angering many in social media.
Last week the artist put out a press release for the skin product, joining a growing number of similar companies ran by African entertainers.
From the release:
“Whitenicious by Dencia” for dark spots which clears dark spots caused by anything from acne, wounds, hyper-pigmentation bruises etc… on any part of the body. It works on all skin types including sensitive skin and “Whitenicious by Dencia” for dark knuckles, knees and elbows. A lot of people suffer from hyper-pigmentation on these areas and this product clears up the pigmentation to match the rest of your skin. It can be used on all skin types and everyone from white to black.
Naturally, the Internets by attacking the singer via Instagram, Twitter and throughout the blogosphere.
“Claim to be "natural" that Cameroonian didn't look natural to me at all! Pretty soon all the ppl who have purchased products from this hot mess will pay for it.. Hope y'all don't get skin cancer,” wrote one especially incensed person on Whitenicious' Instagram feed.
“I can't get over how beautiful she looks being brown,” tweeted @NaijaNupe_, who also featured a picture of Dencia before her controversial look in the Whitenicious ad photo.
Despite the hate from critics, Dencia is loving the attention and laughing all the way to the bank.
“S/0 to everyone supporting whitenicious & s/0 to those indirectly supporting but thinking they're hating with PHD worthy Essays. #FreePress,” she tweeted on Wednesday (January 15).
Do you think Dencia's Whitenicious is a good or bad thing? Let us know in the comments.
See photos of Dencia and some of the hate she caught as well.
OOOPS!!
Celebs Celebrate Carmelo Anthony's 10 Year Jordan Brand Anniversary
Celebs came out to celebrate Carmelo Anthony's 10th anniversary with The Jordan Brand, At Terminal 23, NY Knicks baller Carmelo Anthony popped a few bottles and smoked a few cigars with his wife LaLa and celeb friends.
LaLa looked hot in Moschino for the occasion. LOVES this look.
Demetria Lucas of Bravo's "Blood Sweat and Heels" was also there with Christina Rice and Estelle.
And Drake hit the party after his big night on "SNL" and was spotted chillin' in VIP with Angela Yee.
Congrats Melo!
Obama Picks ‘Staci Michelle Yandle’, Black Lesbian Judge, For Federal Judgeship
Obama picked Yandle, who has been in private practice for 20 years and runs an Illinois firm, for a slot on the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois. She would fill a seat being vacated by Judge John Phil Gilbert, who is taking senior status on March 15.
“I am pleased to nominate these distinguished individuals to serve on the United States District Court bench,” Obama said of Yandle and a handful of other nominees he put forward Thursday. “I am confident they will serve the American people with integrity and a steadfast commitment to justice.”
Yandle’s nomination puts her on track to become the second openly lesbian African-American federal judge in the country. Judge Deborah Batts, nominated by President Bill Clinton, was sworn in as a federal judge in Manhattan in June 1994. Batts took senior status in April 2012.
HuffPost reached out to both of Yandle’s home state senators for comment on her nomination. A spokesman for Sen. Mark Kirk (R) did not respond, but Sen. Dick Durbin (D) said he plans to work with Kirk to get her confirmed.
“Staci Yandle is an excellent candidate for the federal bench in Southern Illinois,” Durbin said in a statement. “She will bring a wealth of knowledge and litigation experience to the position. I am pleased that President Obama has nominated her today. I will be working with Senator Kirk to see her nomination approved by the Senate.”
Lady Gaga: Gorgeous For The Atelier Versace Fashion Show
Stepping out on the town in Paris, Lady Gaga attended the Atelier Versace show as part of Paris Fashion Week
The “Applause” singer was gorgeous in a black gown, complete an immaculate knitted hood, with her long blond hair cascading down her back.
In related news, after her provocative lyrics and persona landed her on a government blacklist, the 27-year-old can now legaly sing in China again, and Artpop will now be released in the East!
She tweeted about the development, writing, "I'm so excited!!!! The Chinese Government Approved ARTPOP to be released in China with all 15 songs! Next I hope I can come to perform!"
Chrissy Teigen “I AM NOT PREGNANT”
Model Chrissy Teigen and her R&B crooner hubby celebrated a milestone in their relationship when they tied the knot in Italy this past September. And according to some recent reports by a couple of gossip sites, the newlyweds are preparing for another major life event: the birth of their first child. The rumors regarding Chrissy’s pregnancy began swirling after she was spotted sporting what looked like the beginnings of a tiny baby bump, during a night out on the town with fellow model, Brooklyn Decker.
Chrissy took to Twitter earlier today to put an end to the rumors and blast the outlets that have been spreading them.
“Must have forgotten to tell @BrooklynDecker the big news between our tequila shots,” she tweeted with an attached screenshot
“Drinks+dessert pizza= food baby,” Brooklyn replied. “Does this make me the daddy?”
Chrissy also agreed with a fan who pointed out that each time a tabloid falsely accuses her of being pregnant, they’re simply calling her “fat” on the “low.”
“They low key calling you fat, yo,” a fan joked.
“Lol I know, that is the best part. ‘Congrats, chubbs,’ she replied.
The “Sports Illustrated” model concluded by requesting that fans stop asking if she’s pregnant. But our guess is that they won’t have to.
“Anyhow. Please stop asking. It makes me sad every time. Thank you. Love you.”
And there you have it. Chrissy Teigen is not pregnant.
Kim Kardashian And Kanye West Lunch At L'Avenue, Paris
Finishing off his visit to the Y-3 Menswear Fall/Winter Show in Paris, Kanye West met up with fiance Kim Kardashian L'Avenue
The "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" starlet and her man walked arm and arm, Kim wearing all black in a leathery jacket top and cute skirt, and Kanye donning his suave tan overcoat, gray hoodie and skinny jeans from earlier in the day.
In related news, the celebrity sweethearts are spilling some details about their upcoming wedding, planning to make it happen this summer , and the couple's trip to France may have been just as much about wedding planning, as it was about fashion.
Kim took a lovely snapshot of the country's most famous political landmark at dusk, captioning the photo, ""Versailles after dark," and a sources has told US that, "Kanye has never been married and wants a big [wedding]."
A separate source also told the magazine that, "They are not working with a budget.
Mother Charged With Killing Her 2 Children During Exorcism
The powers of darkness have backfired on a woman from Maryland after police say she and her friend stabbed and killed her two toddlers and severely injured two more during a botched exorcism.
The Poltergeist parents, Zakieya L. Avery, 28 and Monifa Sanford, 21 have both been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of attempted first-degree murder.
Via The Washington Post:
The two dead children — a boy, Norell Harris, 1, and a girl, Zyana Harris, 2 — were found Friday morning on their mother's bed in a Germantown townhouse. Both had been stabbed repeatedly, police said. A sister, Taniya Harris, 5, and a brother, Martello Harris, 8, were seriously injured but are expected to survive.
Detectives found two knives that might have been used in the attacks — one about the size of a paring knife and the other a bit larger, police said.
It was also reported that Avery has suffered from mental health issues in the past, unsurprising given the nature of the crime.
There have been a host of supernatural crime stories appearing in the news as of late. A pastor in Minnesota recently tried to rape the "devil" out of a pair of young girls while and Oklahoma used his bible to burn his house down back in October.
The news of familiarity didn't make it easy for the seemingly close-knit community. They held a candle-lit vigil to mourn the children.
An onlooker present at the vigil asked NBC Washington, "How can you hurt a child? To me, to hurt a child, you are a coward," she said coldly.
Black Love: Meagan Good And Devon Franklin Cover Essence Magazine
Meagan Good and hubby DeVon Franklin are boo’d up for the latest issue of Essence. The February issue of the publication features the Hollywood couple as they near their 2nd anniversary.
Aren't these two just sexy?
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES
‘VICTORIA’S SECRETS REVEALED’
What’s the point of having underwear on if the world doesn’t even know you’re wearing them? These fine ladies are forward thinkers I say. I’m tired of spending my good money on some stylish undies only for them to go unnoticed. Who’s with me?!?!…nobody? Ok, nevermind then.
HAVE A GREAT DAY EVERYBODY!!!!!!!!
EFREM
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