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Are You Ready for Budweiser’s ‘Made In America’ Festival?

This Labor Day weekend (August 30th and 31st) is sure to be one to remember!

For the first time, the Budweiser Made in America Festival is taking place simultaneously in TWO locations.

Previously in Philadelphia for the first two years, Jay Z & Budweiser brought the 2-day event to Los Angeles this year and BOTH cities have star-studded lineups.

Peep the scheduled artists below (with some of our favorites in bold).

Philly Lineup

Pharrell Williams, Kings of Leon, Steve Aoki, The National,Tiesto, R3hab, J. Cole, Girl Talk, AWOLNATION, Spoon, Chromeo, Gareth Amery, De La Soul, City & Colour, Grimes, Baauer

Mayer Hawthorne, Tommy Trash, Kongos, 3 LAU, The Neighbourhood, Danny Brown, YG, Holy Ghost

Penguin Prison (DJ set with vocals), Destructo, Bleachers, DJ Cassidy, Cherub, Will Sparks.Young & Sick, Vacationer, Cut Snake, Kaneholler

L.A.’s Lineup:

Imagine Dragons, Kanye West, John Mayer, Steve Aoki, Juanes, Afrojack, Kendrick Lamar, Rise Against, Weezer, Sublime with Rome, Metric, Capital Cities, Chance the Rapper, Cypress Hill, Gareth Emery, R3HAB, Iggy Azalea, Wolfgang Gartner, Borgore, DVBBS, 12th Planet, YG, Mute Math, Rita Ora, Nipsey Hussle, Dr. Dog, Terraplane Sun, ZZ Ward, Classixx, Hit-Boy, DJ Mustard, Ab-Soul, Isaiah Rashad, Jay Rock, SZA, Yellow Claw, Grits & Biscuits, Will Sparks, Cut Snake, Scavenger Hunt, A Tribe Called Red

Mariah Carey & Nick Cannon: More Divorce Details

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past week, you know that Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon's marriage is just about done.

And now an inside source told People that the impending divorce is a result of a confluence of several circumstances.

Regarding Carey’s professional concerns, the source explained, "When things don't go well career-wise, sometimes you turn on your other half. While she can be very down-to-earth and hilarious, she can also be high-maintenance."

Meanwhile, the vast fortune shared by Nick and Mariah is also a point of potential disaster- "There is a lot to fight over. It could get contentious." Well Her divorce drama may be putting her and her soon-to-be-ex husband Nick Cannon through the ringer, but Mariah Carey has been attempting to out on a brave--yet puffy--face for the media. Check out the diva out and about around her Tribeca, NY apartment yesterday

In true MiMi fashion, the "#Beautiful" singer grabbed her oversized hat and matching black and white dress and snug YSL sandals to take the twins Monroe and Morocan to lunch at Luzzo's in Tribeca. Nope, not the Derby. But that doesn't stop MiMi from dressing the part:

Little Miss Monroe is growing up and looking absolutely adorable.

Her comedian/actor dad Nick Cannon said his focus is keeping the twins' lives as stable as possible...and offering them a more emotionally stable environment since Mariah's mental state is "questionable."

Hmmm...that may explain why she stepped out of her apartment like this the night before:

OOOPS!

Joan Rivers Updated To “Stable” but still critical. After Being Rushed To Hospital

PREVIOUS: Joan Rivers was rushed to a New York City’s Mount Sinai Hospital Thursday when she stopped breathing during throat surgery. Rivers was rushed to the hospital shortly after 9:30 AM ET in cardiac arrest. She had stopped breathing during throat surgery at a clinic on the Upper East Side. Her condition is critical.

An NYPD spokesman confirmed to Deadline that “an 81-year old woman was taken to hospital suffering from breathing difficulties” and that the hospital in question was Mount Sinai.

The comedienne stopped breathing during the procedure E! described as “a minor endoscopic procedure at a medical clinic” to check her vocal cord. Her daughter Melissa Rivers and Melissa’s son Cooper took a morning flight to NYC.

Wednesday, Rivers promoted her new book, Diary of a Mad Diva, at the Time & Life Building in Manhattan. Her employer E! reports she was “lively” and “sharp as she’s ever been” at that event.

Rivers has been very active lately. Last month she stormed out of an interview with CNN‘s Fredricka Whitfield, after Whitfield called Rivers’ trademark fashion blasts “mean,” and asked Rivers if she was concerned the fur she was wearing on the cover of her new book might offend animal rights activists. “You’re not the person to interview someone who does humor,” Rivers snapped as she exited. She shrewdly kept the spotlight trained on herself — three days later stopping by David Letterman‘s CBS late-night show, where she began to poke fun at June Allyson — America’s Sweetheart circa 1940 — and Dave walked out in protest, leaving Joan to interview herself.
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Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Get Married in France

Hollywood's most notable couple finally tied the knot this weekend as Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt were married in Chateau Miraval, France, ABC News has confirmed.

The ceremony between Pitt, 50, and Jolie, 39, took place Saturday. The wedding was small and attended only by family and friends. Pitt and Jolie's children -- Maddox, 13, Pax, 10, Zahara, 9, Shiloh, 8, and twins Vivienne and Knox, 6, all took part in the wedding. The Associated Press was first to report the news.

The Associated Press also reported that Maddox and Pax actually walked Jolie down the aisle, while Zahara and Vivienne threw rose petals. Shiloh and Knox served as ring bearers.

Jolie told "Good Morning America" earlier this year that getting the kids involved in the couple's big day was very important to them.

"I think the important thing is that whenever we do it, that the kids do have a great time," she said. "And we all take seriously the love and the connection between all of us. But we also just get silly and do something memorable."

A local California judge got the couple their marriage license and also conducted the ceremony.

Pitt and Jolie started dating in 2005 after meeting on the set of "Mr. and Mrs. Smith," and Jolie first spoke out about the relationship in January 2006 when she confirmed to People magazine that she was expecting Pitt's first biological baby, Shiloh. The couple had adopted Maddox, Pax and Zahara before then.

The is the second marriage for Pitt, who was with "Friends" star Jennifer Aniston from 2000 to 2005, and the third for Jolie -- she was married to Jonny Lee Miller from 1996 to 1999 and then Billy Bob Thronton from 2000 to 2003

Idris Elba & Taraji P. Henson Get GOOFY (And Sexy) At 'No Good Deed' L.A. Screening

No Good Deed lead actor and actress Idris Elba and Taraji P. Henson made it a fun night on the carpet at the Regal Cinemas in L.A. for a special screening of their new crime thriller film.

The British-born actor was laid back with his attire, wearing a black t-shirt and black denim. But y'all know we would be on ferocious attack mode to just touch him no matter what he was--or wasn't--wearing.

But, Ms. Henson got fiery in a red crop top and skirt by Marissa Webb. She finished her look with a pair of pointed-metallic toe Marissa Webb pumps and a sleek asymmetrical bob. Loves it!

These two look like they had a load of fun on the carpet before checking out their feature film. Although the movie is somewhat dark, with Idris playing a villian, we’re sure it was all GOOD on set...

Nice!

Rihanna Takes A Vacation In Capri, Italy With Friends

She just wrapped “The Monster” tour with Eminem days ago, and now Rihanna has jetted to Capri Italy to enjoy some fun in the sun.

She posed it up in a bikini while relaxing on a yacht, and showed off her sun-kissed skin in a strapless crochet dress.

Recently, while chatting with HNHH, L.A.-based singer, Ty Dolla $ign revealed that he worked with Rihanna on a song for her eighth studio album: “I did a song with Rihanna recently and I was like ‘how did you find out about me or whatever?’ And she said ‘Drake.” He says she liked his song “Work,” so he did something similar for her project.

There’s no word on when fans will get to hear the track.

Check out more pics from Ri’s vacay below..

HOT!!!

Matthew Knowles New Interview Claims The Elevator Incident Was Staged?

I think Matthew Knowles is trolling now, as you all know he is going to start teaching classes on the industry and he sat down with the Roula and Ryan show in Houston to talk about that and surprisingly his daughter… Beyonce…..

He actually fixed his mouth to say that the elevator incident between Jay, Beyonce and Solange was staged to help promote the tour On The Run. This year’s Grammy Awards was the first time he watched her perform as a dad rather than a manager and it was different for him, he also took music management and production classes before entering the industry. He confirms that a Destiny’s Child reunion is imminent. He’s still the manager of Destiny’s Child.

Listen HERE!

Matthew seems to be very vulnerable right now and is willing to spill tea. I believe this is not the last of him running his mouth…

Is That You? Kylie Jenner Attends Justine Skye’s Birthday With a Newly Perfected Look?

I see 16-year-old Kylie Jenner decided she wasn’t playing with y’all!

The youngest of the Kardashian-Jenner clan attended 18-year-old Atlantic-signee Justine Skye’s birthday party at Katana in Hollywood and she arrived looking a little different.

Okay, she looked a lot different. It looks like she borrowed one of her older sisters’ makeup artists for the night. Take a look at this picture of Kylie throughout the years.

A transformation, indeed. What do you think of Kylie Jenner’s ‘Kardashian-style’ makeover?

Sidebar: If you’re not quite familiar with Justine Skye, check out her hot new single “Collide” featuring Tyga.

If you’re in Atlanta this weekend for Black Gay Pride, The stars will be there! Faith Evans, Tamar Braxton & Sevyn Streeter All will be Supporting Atlanta Gay Pride Weekend 2014

Atlanta Black Gay Pride, the countries leading LGBTQ annual pride celebration, is gearing up for their annual celebration during the 2014 Labor Day holiday weekend.

Check out the details below.

Atlanta Black Gay Pride, the countries leading LGBTQ annual pride celebration is slated to begin on Thursday, Aug. 28th – Monday, September 1st will feature special guest performances from Faith Evans, Tamar Braxton and Sevyn Streeter. The Georgian Terrace and Loews Hotel in Downtown Atlanta are the official host hotels for pride weekend.

The 5-day long holiday weekend will also feature the 3rd annual Pure Heat Festival, which takes place on Sunday, August 31st the historic Piedmont Park. This year the festival will honor Grammy Award Winning songstress, Faith Evans. Faith Evans will receive the 2014 Humanitarian Award and perform live on the main-stage.

The cultural event will highlight market and food vendors, live performances, entertainment, educational forums, prizes & giveaways, all of which brings together the spirit of community, pride and vision. The Pure Heat Festival also offers an opportunity to bring awareness to a community impacted by HIV/AIDS, and which advocate campaigns towards human rights, education, Health & Wellness, and Homelessness that greatly impacts the LGBTQ community at large. The Pure Heat Community Festival is a front seat into a spectacular gathering of minority LGBTQ people and their allies in the heart of Atlanta.

Atlanta, Georgia has the largest and most diverse African-American Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgender (LGBT) populations in the United States. The 16-year old Black Pride celebration has been ranked as the most attended Black pride event in the country and generates more than $1 million in revenue for metro Atlanta.

For more information on all Atlanta Black Gay Pride events, log on to www.rockstarsproduction.com ; www.atlantaprideweekend.com and www.inthelifeatlanta.org .

Young Thug Wants Everyone to Know

Young Thug wants you to know that he is not gay, he posted a picture of his day one with his son… All of this from a photo he posted with Rich Homie Quan, calling him his “HUBBIE”.

But gay men have kids everyday though, that picture with him and Rich Homie was very suspect. Even the Breakfast had a discussion with their listeners on whether or not this was acceptable for a man to call another man Bae, Hubbie and etc… Look, everything young thug does has been suspect, but you can’t deny his music at all… Tis all!!!

USC ‘Hero’ Josh Shaw Admits He LIED About Saving His Nephew from Drowning, Suspended Indefinitely

You should now know about USC athlete Josh Shaw and how he sprained two ankles after jumping from a second story balcony to save his 7-year-old nephew from drowning.

As it turns out, he lied.

He admitted to school officials that it never happened and has retracted the entire story. He’s since been suspended indefinitely from all of the Trojans’ team activities.

The school didn’t explain how Shaw actually was injured in its statement, but USC officials say they regret posting a story lauding Shaw’s tale on their website Monday.

USC coach Steve Sarkisian says the Trojans are “extremely disappointed in Josh.” Shaw is a fifth-year senior, a team captain and a key starter in USC’s defensive secondary.

The school also notes Shaw has retained legal counsel.

SMH. We don’t even know what to say.

Apollo Nida Ordered to Report to Prison

Last month Real Housewives of Atlanta husband Apollo Nida was sentenced to eight years in prison for identity theft and bank fraud

Apollo just received the start date for his prison sentence…

According to Radar Online Phaedra's husband Apollo Nida has been ordered to turn himself in to the FMC Lexington prison in Lexington, Kentucky, on September 10 at noon.

Apollo is guilty of setting up bogus companies for the sole purpose of accessing secure data bases to steal personal information.

Using the stolen identities Apollo would open bank accounts and apply for auto loans though his fake car dealership and funnel the proceeds through the accounts to tune of $2 million.

French Montana Is a Paid Employee of E!

There you have it, French is gaining a fee for appearing on Keeping Up The Kardashian. Network executives are “tripping” that Kris Jenner has promised French Montana, boyfriend, a big fat paycheck to appear on “Keeping Up With the Kardashians.”

According to the NY Daily News:

Kourtney and Khloe Take the Hamptons,” scheduled to premiere next month. And sources say the platinum-selling star doesn’t come cheap.

We’re told that Jenner, an executive producer on both programs, did the deal directly with Montana, without much input from anyone else. some people at E! just don’t think he’s worth the money. I’ve heard execs moaning about it, saying, ‘We’re just paying so much for him!’ ”Montana recently explained to Confidenti@l how he got hired for the show. “Me just being a part of her life, they recorded me,” he told us, “and asked me for my permission to air my footage out, and they wanted to give me a check to do it, give me a contract, make me a part of it.”

Well, this just shows you that everything these Kardashian’s do are calculated and predictable… Not mad at French whatsoever, Diddy got tired of funding his lifestyle so he had to do something.

Michelle STILL Reppin’ For Meek Mill Rockin’ Her Dream Chasers Chain During Performance In Miami

K. Michelle and her long Poetic Justice braids took the stage at Cafe Iguana Pines megaplex for a live performance in Fort Lauderdale, FL, sponsored by Hennessy VS.

The “Can’t Raise A Man” singer performed some tracks from her debut album Rebllious Soul before a packed house of screaming fans. And as you can see, chick was stanning for incarcerated rapper Meek Mill. She was flexin’ in her Dream Chasers medallion and during her performance she stopped to sing the hook of Meek’s “Who You’re Around” featuring Mary J. Blige.

She also shouted out, “FREE MEEK” in between tracks.

We’re sure you all remember the fallout between K and her former friend Elle Varner. In a recent interview with Hot 97, K revealed the real reason she called out Elle on social media. And according to her, it had nothing to do with Meek Mill. The "VSOP" singer claims she came for the “Cold Case” singer because she stole one of her favorite songs to use for herself.