Idris Elba -- DETAILS Magazine's Sexy September 2014 Cover Guy
41-year-old actor Idris Elba is getting his due. And our fave British import is talking about what got him there and his work ethic as a professional and a dad (to both daughter Isan and baby boy Winston). From working the door as a bouncer at nightclubs...to this.
On his DJ, rapper, actor multiple personalities: "All these things I do come from the same place. When I'm rapping, it's kind of like this character that I put on. It's a character who can write songs and lyrics really easily, so therefore I can stand up and do it too. Acting is definitely jumping into someone's personality."
On his extremely hectic and "random" life as a global star...and a dad: "I flew in yesterday from Ghana to do a one-day shoot here [in L.A.]...Twenty-four hours ago, I was in Africa doing something very different, and 24 hours from now, I'll be back home in London with my family in a completely different environment. And next week, I'm gonna be in front of a bunch of people playing music in Ibiza."
"It's very, very random, but part of me is used to it," he says. "It's become my life's pattern. And I think I've always been this way—this variedness is a part of my personality. I'm not schizophrenic or anything, but literally one day to the next, I can become very different people."
On reinventing himself: “I’ve been that guy for a while, where people recognize me but they’re not sure why. I’d done a lot of popcorn films, but the reinvention came when I decided to do more of the character-driven stuff that won’t be seen by as many people. But it makes people start to realize, ‘Wait a second, this guy is that guy.’”
On being a selective actor: “It’s hard not to sound disgruntled sometimes as an actor.” [..] “Look, I know that I work a lot, but I’d prefer to wait sometimes because I don’t want to just do rubbish films anymore or characters that anyone can play.”
More pics from Idris' cover spread:
Your Morning Goods: Johnny Crome
10 Pack Nation leader Johnny Crome is your Morning Goods
take a look his most recent photoshoot.
And you can follow Johnny Crome on Instagram HERE!
Love And Hip Hop New York Cast Revealed And Who Quit The Show.
Now that Love And Hip Hop Atlanta is almost done, the cast of Love And Hip Hop New York will be gearing up for a new season. Fameolous.com has learned who will return and whose not coming back. We previously reported to you that Joe Budden won’t be coming back confirmed by Joe himself. Now we’ve learned Tahiry Jose won’t be back either.
CelebNmusic247 Reports,
Saigon and Erica Dean also announced that they will NOT be coming back after they were NOT happy with the series portrayal of their relationship. He even went on Iyanla Fix My Life to hash it out about LHHNY.
As we previously reported, Joe Budden and Tahiry have left the show. Who we’ve confirmed will appear on the show is: Yandy Smith (and her alleged pregnancy), Mendeecees, Peter Gunz, Tara & Amina Buddafly, Erica Mena who gets into a fist fight with Cyn Santana this season, Rich Dollaz and surprisingly Rah Ali will be returning. We’ll also get introduced to rapper Chiink Santana and his girlfriend Chrissy, music exec Cisco Rosado (who briefly dated Jennifer Williams from Basketball Wives) along with his girlfriend and J. Dinero, the female artist Yandy interviewed last season that shared Yandy’s experience in dealing with jailbird men.
Beanie Sigel Freed From Prison
Beanie Sigel is a free man. Per the good folks at Hip Hop Since 1987, the Philadelphia rapper was released from prison today.
Sigel’s time behind bars was a compounded sentence that stemmed from a tax evasion charge from 2012 and a separate drug charge from the summer of the same year. The former sentence gave the rapper–born Dwight Grant–two years while the latter tagged on an additional 23 months.
Sigel wasn’t slated to be freed until December, but was released earlier than expected.
Rappers close to the situation, including Spade-O of the Major Figgaz, have confirmed the news. Let’s hope that Sigel makes an appearance on the Funkmaster Flex Show sooner than latter.
Nicki Minaj Announces “Anaconda” Performance at 2014 MTV Video Music Awards!
Getting her fans pumped for the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards, Nicki Minaj let slip that she’ll perform her new single “Anaconda” for the first time!
In her statement, the “Pink Friday” rapper shared that she’ll be in the house at The Forum in Inglewood on Sunday, August 24th for the very special moment.
Nicki declared, “The VMAs is a pretty big deal so people go all out for it. I am very, very excited and looking forward to the performance.”
Along with Miss Minaj, other artists on the bill include Usher, 5 Seconds of Summer, Taylor Swift and Maroon 5.
Iggy Azalea And Rita Ora Team Up In “Black Widow” Video
Iggy Azalea and Rita Ora are on a mission for revenge, in the Kill Bill-inspired visuals for Iggy’s “Black Widow.”
Rita and her date (played by actor Michael Madsen) stop by a diner where Iggy’s a waitress. While taking their order, Madsen’s obnoxious behavior leaves both ladies annoyed. What appears to be the two of them teaming up to teach him a lesson – dressed in leather jumpsuits with samurai swords in tow - ends up being a part of Iggy’s daydream.
The duo will perform the song at the MTV VMAs, Sunday, August 24th.
Watch their action-packed video, featuring a cameo from T.I., HERE!
Usher Calls Tameka His Best Mistake
Usher opens up in a new interview with Omagazine and he talks about Tameka being his best mistake and saying that being married to her only showed him that he doesn’t know everything.
Usher says:
When asked about his best mistakes, Usher replied, ‘Getting married at 28.’
He continued: ‘Most people probably think I regret it because I ended up getting divorced, but it helped me learn that sometimes I think I know more than I actually do’.
Interesting enough Usher has been quiet while Tameka made her rounds promoting the new show Atlanta Exes.
But he sure knows how to pour salt on an old wound. I hope he wasn’t being shady, what do you think, shade or nah?
Kanye Post Never Before Seen Picture With Him and Robin Williams Throwing Up The Roc Symbol!
It’s been a sad week since the new of Robin Williams passing, celebrities have been paying tribute to the comedian with touching and kind words…… Kanye posted a never before seen picture of Kanye and Robin Williams throwing up the ROC symbol….. With some touching words…
Bobby Shmurda Rocks Alife NYC
Folks stopped by the Alife store in NYC to check out hip-hop’s newest “Hot N*gga” Epic Records newest signee Bobby Shmurda for Alife New York’s #AlifeSessions performance series.
Invited guests filed in Alife’s backyard area, yes it was PACKED to the nines to see the Brooklyn native hit his “Shmoney Dance”. We also bumped into some of our friends as well, Lowkey (youheardthatnew.com), Eric and Jeff Rosenthal (Itsthereal.com), Puma and Sky from Black Ink Crew and Rocki Evans stopped were in attendance get a glimpse of Bobby Shmurda.
Chris Brown, Omarion & Laura Govan At DJ Mustard's Record Release
In the LA area..."Loyal" singer Chris Brown joined O'Marion to celebrate the release of DJ Mustard's debut album 10 Summers (in stores now).
The party was held at Emerson nightclub (sponsored by Hennessy V.S.) and it was the first time we've seen O'marion out since the birth of his son Megaa Omari.
Former reality tv star Laura Govan danced the night away.
DJ Mustard (black shirt) also welcomed rapper YG, actress Torrei Hart and actor Jamie Foxx (not pictured) to the celebration.
Fun Times
Phaedra Parks Sits With Judge In Disposition But Refuses To Answer Questions Concerning Apollo.
Back in July, we told you Phaedra Parks was to sit in front of a judge to face questions about her
alleged criminal behavior with her ex friend Angela Staton. Phaedra Parks file a slander & defamation lawsuit against Ms. Station after Angela did a tell all interview with Vibe Magazine about the Southern Bell being apart of criminal activity. Phaedra Parks claimed it was not true, however, Phaedra put this deposition off for two years to avoid questions about her criminal activity & Nida Apollo which is part of the lawsuit she file. We got word yesterday the deposition finally taken place but Phaedra Parks wasn’t too cooperative. Parks refused to answer the question regarding the precise amount she is paid for her work on the television show, though was was unable to provide any valid reason for her refusal.
Read Below,
[Lawyer] Q: [...] Your husband recently pled guilty to a number of federal crimes, is that correct?
[Phaedra Parks Nida] A: I will not be discussing my husband
Q: Well, you don’t have to discuss him. But is is true, that your husband pled guilry to a number of federal financial crimes?
A: I will not be answering any questions regarding my husband.
Q: Okay. So you’re going to refuse to answer that question?
A: That is correct
Q: All right. Do you believe that your husband’s criminal activity had an effect on your reputation?
And I’ll note again that you’re doodling. You appear to be ignoring me. Are you refusing to answer that question as well?
A: As I have answered earlier, I will not be having any answers or discussion regarding my husband.
Q: Okay, I’m going to continue to ask you questions; and if your refuse to answer, I’m going to ask that you state that you’re refusing to answer because, if you just ignore me, I don’t know whether you are thinking about the answer or refusing to answer and we’re going to be here all day, okay.
Who is your husband? What is his name’? How about that? Will you answer that question?
A: Apollo Nida
Q: And when did you first meet Mr. Nida?
A: In the ’90s. (Hmmm interesting)
Q: He was incarcerated sometime after you met him, is that right?
A: I will not be answering questions about my husband.
Q: Okay. So you’re refusing to answer that question, correct?
A: That is correct.
Q: Okay. And if your knew you married that he had been involved in a number of criminal activities, is that correct?
Again, if you’re refusing to answer, just say it because, if you ignore me, I’m going to wait all day for you answer.
A: I will not be answering that question. (That’s because she knows all about every detail of his criminal activity. Not answering is just the same as I know all and I’m guilty too)
Q: Mr. Nida is also a cast member of Real Housewives Of Atlanta, is that correct?
A: That is incorrect.
Q” Well he appears on that television show alongside you, is that correct:
A: I will not be answering that question. (Why? He’s has been on nearly every episode of season 6 getting into fist fights and flaunting his illegal wealth. We have all seen him Phae Phae)
On one occasion, after much pulling of teeth, Parks answered a single question regarding her husband’s criminal activities, in a manner that was favorable to her, but then refused to answer any follow-up questions that would test the truth of her answer, to wit:
Q: Did you know during the time of your marriage that his income was derived from criminal activities?
A: No, I did not know that. (So where the hell did you think the money was coming from Phaedra? The Fairy OddParents?)
Q: All right. To your knowledge, what was the source of your husband’s income during your marriage?
A: As I stated, I will not be discussing my husband. He’s not a party to this case. (Au contraire mom cherie he is party to this case as you know much more than what you are saying Ms North Cow Belle and you were well aware of his ill gotten gains as you gained from the stolen fraudulent money too)
Q: Are you going to answer any more questions in detail as to this issue, this is: Did you have knowledge of his criminal activities?
A: I have answered it already, and I won’t be speaking on it further. Thank you.
Second Parks refused to answer questions regarding the contents and timing of her agreement with August publishing, which, as alleged in Stanton’s counterclaims, resulted in the publisher ceasing further marketing and sale of the book. The question of what was in that agreement is highly relevant to Stanton’s counterclaim.
To be continue…
Celine Dion Puts Her Career On Hold Indefinetely To Deal With Husband’s Health
Celine Dion puts her career on hold indefinitely to deal with the health of her husband, canceling her upcoming Asian tour dates. Celine Dion is one of the world’s most dazzling performers, but she will not let anything come before her family. Celine will be putting her career on hold to deal with the health of her husband, who underwent surgery in December 2013. Celine is also healing from an inflammation of the throat muscles that she is still not fully recovered from. The cancellation of Asian tour dates also extends to her Ceasers’ Palace residency in Las Vegas. The residency was extended to 2019, but with the recent hold of career, there is no telling when she will hit the stage again to perform her highly successful show. We send our prayers and well wishes to Celine Dion, her husband, and her entire family. Send your well wishes and prayers to Celine and her family
Nicki Hilton Engaged to Banking Heir James Rothschild
Nicki is engaged to banking heir James Rothschild, the two met at Petra Ecclestone and James Stunt’s Italy wedding in 2011, Mr Rothschild apparently flew from the UK, where he is based, to the U.S. to ask Ms Hilton’s parents for her hand in marriage. Nicki has been married before to her childhood friend Todd Andrew Meister in Las Vegas. The Rothschild is one of THE RICHEST families in the world, in case you didn’t know!
According to US Weekly::
“They went on a romantic anniversary trip over the weekend,” the source reveals. “He took her out on a boat into the middle of Lake Como and he proposed, got down on one knee and everything. It was incredibly romantic and beautiful.”
Rothschild, it turns out, went to great lengths to make sure all the details were secured before he popped the question. The insider tells Us: “Last month, he actually flew from England (where he is based) to the States to ask her parents for her hand in marriage!”
Now that she’s said “yes,” the newly-engaged couple are celebrating with an engagement-moon of sorts. “They are going on a road trip now throughout Europe and celebrating,” the pal tells Us.
The bride-to-be, younger sister to Paris Hilton, has been posting several happy Instagram snaps from their engagement excursion. So far, the pair have made their way through Milan, Lake Como, and Rome.
Congratulations…
Akon’s Brother, Abou Thiam, Loses Georgia Mansion – Law Enforcement Seizes Home
Abou Thiam — brother to Akon & successful music exec — had his Georgia mansion seized by the Georgia law enforcement after he failed to pay taxes on his home — and it was recently sold off to the highest bidder at public auction. According to official records filed in Georgia, the home was taken from Abou by the Fulton County Sheriff’s Department due to him failing to pay taxes & interest on the home.
The law enforcement took possession of the mansion and then put it up for auction in February to sell off. On February 4th, the home was sold off for 500k to a company named Skatt Investments. READ THE DOCUMENTS
Abou originally purchased the the 5 beds, 5 ½ baths, and 4,659 square feet home for 708k in 2011. However, the music exec seems to have fallen behind in his property taxes, which caused him to lose possession of the home.
Interesting to note, Abou is mega successful on his own and was the VP of A&R at Def Jam and C0-CEO of Konvict Muzik . He also has managed Chris Brown, Lady Gaga and T-Pain in the past. Abou was also romantically linked to actress Tracee Ellis Ross.
Another Horrific Historical Eye-Opener: Black Babies Were Once Used As Alligator Bait
It doesn’t get much worse than this. Some things you just wish you didn’t know. But not knowing something just keeps us ignorant. We have to know these things because they are a part of our African American experience. Our history.
A shocking and hurtful video talks about how the babies of slaves were stolen when the women weren’t watching, and taken to a swamp area late at night. The babies were aged infant to toddler to one year old. In the swamp they were set in cages, tied from the waist and neck and placed in pens that resembled chicken coups until they were thrown in the water; where they would attract big, fat alligators that weighed 600 – 800 lbs.
The alligators would come immediately and clamp down on the child, devouring him. This made it easier for the men to drag them ashore, skin them, and get the meat or simply use the skin to make materials such as purses, shoes, etc.
So, a review. The babies of African American slaves were used as bait to lure alligators.
Here’s another piece of black history to take with you to the table at the meeting where talks of reparations occur.
Dr. Boyce Watkins encourages African Americans to keep studying black history because we’re going to find a lot of things out that our teacher never taught us. Read his Your Black World article; where he speaks about why black people continue the talks on reparations, he also asks that we please be sure to share this with our children and anyone else who wants to know. He reminds us that the Internet era is an opportunity for black people to regain the history that has been stolen from us.
Watch the video all the way through, no matter how painful it might be, and then take a second to wonder if you think that we deserve reparations.
A plan is implementable if we choose to move forward….but we have to give our politicians a little “shove.”
Howard University Students Stand with Mike Brown, ‘Don’t Shoot’ Pic Goes Viral
In a powerful show of solidarity, Howard University posed for a photo inside Cramton Auditorium with their hands raised. Why? Because reportedly Mike Brown, the unarmed teen who was gun downed in Ferguson, Missouri, was in the exact same stance when he was shot multiple times by police.
The photo has since gone viral with many celebs, including La La Anthony, Big Boi and Ledisi, retweeting the photo and posting it to Instagram.
G’job y’all!
Spotted: DeSean Jackson Partying in Opera
The newest Washington Redskin — DeSean Jackson — was spotted last night partying inside Opera Lounge (1400 1st Street NW) with DJ Quicksilva.
Nike Air Trainer Max ’91 – Black – White
Ready to usher in some more Bo Jackson goodness? Here’s a look at the Black/White colorway from the early 90s that is heading back into stores now; this ’91 model has yet to go under the “revamping” that Nike has done so freely with Bo Jacksons Trainers, but there’s no surprise if this silhouette is next to go under the knife and get a Lunar sole or a Hyperfuse upper.
Instead, enjoy the original form of the Nike Air Trainer Max ’91 and stay tuned for these to hit stores in the States.
North West Makes Modeling Debut; Rocks Chanel In CR Fashion Book
North West makes her modeling debut in the Fall Issue of CR Fashion Book. Styled by CR Fashion Book founder and editor-in-chief Carine Roitfeld, the one-year-old daughter of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian looks adorbs in Chanel attire – and also has a cute mini purse by the luxury brand.
Featured in the upper left corner, is a quote from Karl Lagerfeld that reads, “It’s never too early to care about fashion!”
Kim recently told E! Online that both she and Kanye pick out their daughter’s wardrobe, although she has a chic, “really simple” sense of style that’s all her own.
This isn’t little Nori’s first high fashion feature, she also graced the pages of VOGUE’s April 2014 issue, but at that time she was joined by mom and dad.
Ciara Responds to Break up Rumor
Well maybe you or your people didn’t do the interview, y’all are still not together!
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES
‘Double Whammy’
Jorts and bottom biscuits?
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND EVERYBODY!!!!!!!!
EFREM
No comments:
Post a Comment