Diane Von Furstenberg Teams With Oprah Winfrey For O Magazine December 2014 Feature
They’re both masters of their respective crafts, and Diane von Fürstenberg is fascinating in her new December 2014 O Magazine interview with Oprah Winfrey herself!
The legendary fashion designer discusses her most proud accomplishment- “My children. And the great relationship I have with me. That is my biggest source of pleasure. I trust myself, I respect myself, I know I am a good girl. I know I can rely on myself. I like my own company. I’m funny. I talk to myself and have a good time.”
And while she doesn’t dwell on her own beauty, Diane definitely knows how to turn on the charm- “I don’t think it’s nice to think you’re beautiful. You end up counting too much on it. I had to count on my personality. And my legs.”
Ms. Von Furstenberg also chatted about what it’s like to marry a European prince- “I never had time to imagine. Soon there was a scandalous story about us in magazine, and on the cover was a beautiful picture of the two of us and our apartment, and it said, ‘The couple that has everything – but is everything enough?’ I read this article and saw the pictures – I looked at us, and I didn’t like what I saw. I thought, ‘I can’t take responsibility for us as a couple, I can only take responsibility for me.’ I felt then that we would have to separate.”
Additionally, Diane confessed that her proposal to her husband of 13 years Barry Diller wasn’t exactly romantic- “One year I didn’t know what to give him for his birthday, and I called him and said, ‘You know, if you want, for your birthday I’ll marry you.’ And he said, ‘Let me see if I can arrange it.’ It’s what he always says, and he always arranges it. A week later we married at city hall, and he gave me – this is so Barry – he gave me 26 wedding rings, for the 26 years we had not been married.”
Kenya Moore Working on New TV Show
Today I found out that Kenya Moore of Real Housewives of Atlanta fame, is working on some big things. The Detroit-native is not only returning to Real Housewives of Atlanta but is starting drama on Celebrity Apprentice.
In an interview with JET, Kenya shares that she’s working on a new show and it’s not reality TV.
The first is a TV pilot I’m producing called Life Twirls On….It’s scripted. I ‘m a producer, I’m an actor, I’m a writer. Last season of RHOA, I got a little off my normal course and they didn’t show anything I do in my day-to-day life. So I wanted to focus on getting back to who I am and what I do best. The TV show is a half-hour comedy loosely based on my life. It’s funny, it shows me in a situation where I have two sisters. We move in together to try and resolve our differences–we’re all at different crossroads in our lives. It’s very exciting. I’m getting a lot of positive feedback.
In addition to TV, Kenya’s interest still lies in music. With the success of ‘Gone With the Wind Fabulous’, she’s prepping for another track.
The season seven premiere of “Real Housewives of Atlanta,” was the highest-rated premiere in network history with more than 3.8 million total viewers. With all of the drama-laden snippets and teasers coming from cast members, old and new, the ever-popular reality show is on par for continued success and will inevitably keep fans drooling for more from episode to episode.
Kenya Moore, who has survived three seasons of the hit Bravo show, appeared on New York’s Pix 11 Morning News Tuesday to dish on not only the “RHOA” drama, but to also provide the scoop on her other brand-building efforts.
“It’s an amazing platform,” she said about the series. “One of the reasons I wanted to join the show is to build my brand,” shared Kenya who took the opportunity to promote her new hair care line, Moore Hair. Guaranteeing that her product would yield longer and stronger hair for users, she further explained, “My grandmother always told me hair is your crowning glory. Hair that’s worthy of a crown; you can find that in Moore Hair.”
Regarding her decision to return to the show, after being physically attacked by a co-star during the season 6 reunion, Kenya said it wasn’t an easy decision.
“I had to really weigh the options; is this worth it? I went through a terrible time after the reunion, and I had to just reevaluate the situation.”
After the reunion show ended in an all-and-out brawl between Kenya and show rival Porsha Williams, Kenya apparently went through a period of embarrassment, which led her to question whether or not she would return to the show.
“I asked myself a lot of questions. I had a lot of questions and conversations with the production company, with Bravo, and we got to a really good place; and that’s why I’m back.”
In terms of a new love, co-anchor Sukanya Krishnan asked Kenya to elaborate on whether or not she had someone special in her life. “There is someone, [but] you have to watch. I am very happy. No ring yet, [but] we’ll see,” said Kenya who’s been accused of fabricating nonexistent relationships for the sake of the show.
This season is primed to reveal the details surrounding the ending of “RHOA” cast member, Phaedra Parks’ marriage as a result of her husband Apollo Nida’s recent federal prison sentence. When asked to respond Kenya opted to keep her opinions to herself.
“I think I kinda learned my lesson a little bit; I try to stay out of that relationship.
She went on to add that she finds it tough to watch concerning the impact that this situation could inevitably have on the couple’s two small children. Fans who tuned in to the premiere watched Phaedra and Apollo discuss divorce and reveal private info that should arguably remain between a husband and wife. As far as a potential reconciliation of her friendship with Phaedra, Kenya is optimistic. “We started out as friends and I hope, one day, we’ll get back to that point.”
I know we’ll be tuned in. Do you plan to watch Kenya on RHOA or on her new scripted show?
Chris Brown Shocks Internet After Debuting Devilish Neck Tattoo (Pic)
Chris Brown’s body is nearly covered with tattoos, but the “Fine China” singer found some space on his neck where he added some scary new ink. On another note, the story ends how you think it will.
Reports Vlad: The Virginia-native shared a photo of his new tattoo, which looks to be a ghoulish face exhaling smoke out of its mouth.
He covered up a lion tattoo, which he told fans symbolized “Christ & Freedom” back in 2012.
And now the tat!
So much for Christ!
NOW ABOUT THAT LIFETIME's “Aaliyah: Princess of R&B" + The Casting Director RESPONDS!
For several months we followed LIFETIME's rocky road to the making of “Aaliyah: Princess of R&B." Produced by Wendy Williams but panned by Aaliyah's family and friends, the flick debuted last night and the response on social media was FAR from positive.
While Missy Elliott and actress Zendaya Coleman (who made headlines when she withdrew from the film) remained upbeat in their Twitter responses, hot shot producer Timbaland wasn't as nice.
From to Timbaland's funny videos to the hastags #AaliyahMovie, “#LifetimeDisrespectsAaliyah”, here's a sample of some funny social media reactions. You'll note, folks were stuck on the terrible casting choices so we've included a response from casting director Traci Twinkie Byrd who said they'd "Dust themselves off and try again."
Well ensues the reading! Starting off with Timbaland.
Now the Funny Memes!
Now in closing! Here’s Timbaland AGAIN!
LOL!
Sherri Shepherd Will Appear On Former Rival "The Talk", Reunites With Elizabeth Hasslebeck,
Former "The View" co-host Sherri Shepherd has many irons in the fire. In addition to an upcoming appearance on "The Talk", she spoke to UPTOWN about her two divorces, raising a special needs child and even reunited with former colleague Elizabeth Hasslebeck. More inside...
You can't keep a good woman down. Since leaving "The View", Sherri Shepherd has played The Evil Stepmother in "Cinderella On Broadway", landed a role in Chris Rock's buzz-worthy flick Top Five and booked a 10-episode arc on TV Land's "Soul Man".
She even found the time to drop in on former co-worker Elizabeth Hasslebeck this week over at "Fox and Friends" (above), who recently revealed to PEOPLE that she had a tumor removed from her abdomen. In addition to all those moves, Sherri will appear as a guest on CBS' "The Talk" on December 1st.
Clearly, Sherri has bounced back. In fact, she even had a Diana Ross moment on Instagram saying "Everybody has to have a #DianaRoss 'Mahogany' moment combined w a Glory Hallelujah time! Wish I could always have this pose #doublechinnomore."
In the latest issue of UPTOWN, Sherri opens up about leaving her 7-year-gig at "The View", her HIGHLY publicized divorce(s), raising her special needs son Jeffrey and her crush on Idris Elba. Peep the highlights...
Having a special needs child…
made me more compassionate, more patient. I put him on a track team this year to work on his socialization skills. Jeffrey found me in the sea of parents and screamed “Mommy, I’m scared but I’m going to be brave.” Through tears I saw my baby run. He finished last, but he held his fingers up in the victory sign. He taught me that if I fall, as long as I get back up and finish, I am a winner.
The hardest lesson to learn…
is that I don’t have to take the weight of the world on my shoulders. I can’t take the weight of Christians, African Americans and of women. Being on The View, I would frequently have people who vehemently disagreed with my stance and would take to social media and fire vicious rants at me. I had to learn that I only have to please an audience of one: God.
My dream job…
is an uber successful sitcom. I’d love to be a chocolate Melissa McCarthy and the go-to girl for funny. And if all else fails, being a legal secretary wasn’t that bad.
Being single again…
I wonder, ‘Oh Lord, where do I start? How did I get back to this place?’ Now I’m back at all the singles ministries in church. When I got married, I got to sit in church and enjoy all the sermons. Now, [I’m] ushering and teaching Sunday School. Now I’m expected to do clean-up because all the married folks figure I have nothing better to do.
Leaving The View…
was bittersweet, exciting and scary. Seven years I was there and the cast and crew became a family to me. They embraced me when I moved to New York City not knowing anyone. Barbara Walters pushed me past my limits and challenged me. Every single day for about three years, I would go into my dressing room and cry because I felt I did not belong at that table. But her pushing me brought out a confidence where I could sit at that table and say ‘No. Let me finish.’ Barbara came to respect me, and if you ask her she will say, ‘Sherri always did her research, was always prepared and was the co-host who’d grown the most.’
I would tell my 21-year-old self…
to say ‘no’ often. A no can be turned into a yes but it’s harder to turn a yes into a no. And if you’re a female comic, don’t sleep with the other comics because it’ll take you at least 10 years to get your reputation back!
The lessons that two divorces have taught me…
are to get a chair, sit down somewhere and take the time to heal. Don’t make decisions out of fear. It’s okay to be alone. And make sure that the pre-nup is airtight, baby!
The biggest misconception about me…
is that I’m judgmental. People got mad at me because I gave such strong opinions on The View but that’s what I got paid to do. If I sat at The View table and didn’t give an opinion I would have been fired. In my personal life, I keep my opinions to myself. I don’t give advice about relationships unless you ask me, and then you’d still be wise to get a second opinion, because really, what do I know?
My celebrity crush…
Idris… Idris… Idris… where the hell is Idris Elba?!
Congrats to Sherri! SIDEBAR: A recent ratings dip at "The View" has generated buzz that the execs may invite her back on the show. But we're hearing Sherri is NOT here for that.
Sanaa Lathan Shuts Down Tyrese Dating Rumors
Sorry guys, there is no budding romance between Sanaa Lathan and Tyrese. HipHollywood caught up with Lathan at the premiere of Beyond The Lights to find out if there was any truth to reports that the two were an item and her answer was NO!
Rumors began swirling after the two were spotted having dinner at a Cheesecake Factory in Los Angeles, and shortly thereafter Lathan posted the selfie above in what appeared to be Tyrese’s home. Lathan told us she and the actor/singer are “just friends.” So who is she dating?
At the moment the 43 year old says she is single, but appreciates the fact that people care about her love life.
What He Rock’d: Trey Songz’ KTZ Fall 2014 Gray Printed Hooded Scarf
Recently, Trey Songz performed for ABC’s holiday special, Disney Parks Frozen Christmas Celebration. The “Touchin, Lovin” crooner hit the stage in a Gray Printed Hooded Scarf from KTZ‘s Fall 2014. He rock’d the scarf over a white sweater and white jeans.
“Thank you to @Disneyland for having me and my family yesterday,” wrote Trey. “Make sure you tune into the @abcnetwork this Holiday season to catch my special performance.”
Trigga and Chris Brown have officially announced their “Between the Sheets” tour. With Tyga coming along as a special guest, the 25-city trek will kick off Jan. 28th, in Hampton, VA.
Truck Driver in Tracy Morgan Crash Seeking Case Delay
Tracy Morgan has relied on both a wheelchair and walker since the accident in June that killed his friend and injured several others including himself. The truck driver involved in the accident that struck Tracy’s limo van is seeking a delay in federal prosecution in the case.
According to the Associated Press, Kevin Roper, the driver, had his attorney file a motion Friday in federal court in Trenton to put Morgan’s lawsuit on hold pending the outcome of Roper’s criminal case in New Jersey.
Attorney David Glassman contends that letting the federal case proceed would force Roper to defend two actions at once, even though he isn’t named in Morgan’s lawsuit.
Morgan, a former “Saturday Night Live” and “30 Rock” star, was returning from a performance in Delaware in June when a Wal-Mart truck slammed into the back of his limo van. Morgan suffered leg and rib injuries and spent several weeks in rehab.
We wish Tracy a continued and speedy recovery.
SERIOUSLY HON? LAHH's Masika OFFICIALLY Speaks Out, DEFENDS Yung Berg Against Choking Claim + Hazel E SAYS Masika's Assault Was "Karma"
LAHH Hollywood star Masika Kalysha is speaking out for the first time since her boyfriend, Yung Berg, was arrested for allegedly assaulting her. And she's defending him! Then...their co-star Hazel E (who really wants to be Berg's chick) jumps in the mix and says Berg's arrest and Masika's assault were karma! More inside...
A few days ago, we all learned of the (semi) shocking arrest of producer Yung Berg, who was booked for "obstruction of breathing" in an alleged assault on his LAHH Hollywood co-star and girlfriend Masika. Although the "obstruction" count was dropped, he is still dealing with three assault and one harassment charges.
Now, for the first time, Masika is speaking out about the incident and what she says might shock you. Along the same lines as Janay Rice, Masika defends Berg and asserts that this was an isolated incident triggered by alcohol. Here's what she told S2S:
On speaking to Berg following the incident:
“My focus right now is him being better. The focus should not be on us being a couple right now. It’s best that we don’t communicate as we were.”
Defending Berg's assault:
“It was not an abuse situation. He did not attack me; he did not knock me out. He did not beat me up, none of that happened. He was very drunk. It was to the point where he didn’t really know his bearings. He needs to be focused on getting these charges dropped and getting the drinking under control.”
On rumors about the incident (which happened 17 hours after the reunion show taping):
“The stories were just erroneous...I feel like the only abuse issue that he has is alcohol abuse. I do feel like he has a drinking issue and that’s the issue at this time. It was not an abusive situation.”
On Mally Mal's desperate attempts to get casted on LAHH Hollywood:
“Everything Mally was doing was to try to convince me that he wanted to get married to get on the show,”
On her relationship with Berg being organic and NOT created for reality tv:
“This has been my friend for almost four years. He was literally the first person I met when I moved to L.A.. This is not a television relationship. Hazel’s relationship was fake. That was fake.”
On Hazel E. saying the assault was "karma"
“It’s just ridiculous. It just shows the level of class these women do not have. There are some really, sick twisted individuals…nasty, evil people who really have no home training.”
SMH....how could Masika say Yung Berg didn't attack her when police reports detailed her injuries? Did the police, who weren't there until after the incident, make this up?
The Details: Alfonso Ribeiro Under Medical Evaluation
Dancing With the Stars competitor Alfonso Ribeiro is currently being evaluated after injuring his back.
An insider tells me that Alfonso was “injured during rehearsal” and that he is “currently under medical evaluation.” We are told that “it has not been determined whether or not he will be able to perform on Monday.”
TMZ first broke the story, the actor, who is most known for his role on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, apparently hurt his back by doing “The Carlton” with a little too much oomph. If you are not familiar, “The Carlton” is a cheesy dance move Ribeiro used to do on the hit 90’s sitcom.
Carlton’s injury sadly comes just days before the show’s semifinals. He has not responded to the reports on social media.
DWTS airs Monday and Tuesday nights on ABC at 8 p.m.
Hollywood Film Awards STYLE QUEENS: Janelle Monae In Kate Spade & Rubin Singer + J.Lo
The super chic Janelle Monae was an electric lady in this white hot Kate Spade dress and black & white checkerboard Kate Spade clutch The Palladium. Ms. Monae walked the red carpet in her black strappy Jimmy Choo shoes rocking Kwiat earrings and Neil Lane rings, all topped off with her signature style hat by Gladys Tamez.
The Cover Girl cutie posed it up with her Award, which she won for Best Song for "What Is Love" from the movie Rio 2. We LOVE Janelle in a dress.
And she also rocked the stage in a remixed version of her usual black & white look:
While still rocking her Gladys Tamez hat, she lit up the stage in Rubn Singer white pants and black & white printed top, with black Esquivel shoes.
Loves!
And then J.Lo came to the stage to shut ish down.
This sexy black & white Zuhair Murad dress with a sheer bodice served up everything we love. And more.
The upcoming The Boy Next Door star posed it up with host Queen Latifah and winner of the night Chris Rock, who's starring in the upcoming comedy Top 5.
Queen and Chris also looked great last night:
Great looks on a night for movie champs.
New Music Video: Sisqo – “LIPS”
With the final installment of his album trilogy, Last Dragon, due in stores January 13, Sisqo unloads a one of its tracks – “LIPS.”
In the accompanying black and white visuals, the Dru Hill frontman showcases his dance moves solo, before being joined by his scantily-clad costar. He ditches his shirt as they heat up the dance floor.
“Baby put your lips on me,” he sings, in closing out the piano-led ballad.
Check it out:
Thoughts?
Still Shots Of Draya’s Sextape Leak To The Internet (Oh Gawd Pics)
Photos of a sextape between Draya Michelle and an ex-boyfriend, allegedly rapper Vain Starz, has hit the internet. Draya has yet to confirm or deny whether she is the person on the tape but you can take a look at the images and judge for yourself.
Draya Michele’s ex-BF claims they made a sex tape … and now he’s suing to get it back — because he’s worried their skin flick will go public.
TMZ has learned a video is being shopped around to the big porn companies … featuring a woman who looks a lot like the “Basketball Wives” star — and her ex, David Miranda.
Miranda filed suit in NY small claims court … for loss of “private documents.” David tells us the private “doc” in question is actually a sex tape.
David says he and Draya were banging from Jan. 2011 to Sept. 2013 … and have videos meant for their eyes only — and now he’s upset someone is pimping it.
Miranda blames Draya’s for the alleged footage ending up in the wrong hands.
We reached out to Draya … her rep had no comment.
David Ruffin Jr. Arrested for Domestic Violence
In 'the apple don't fall too far from the tree news' late Temptations singer David Ruffin's son David Ruffin Jr arrested for assaulting his girlfriend in the San Fernando Valley…
Temptations singer David Ruffin was notorious for beating his women, namely Motown songstress Tami Terrell, and apparently his son picked up some of his dad's bad habits.
48-year-old David Ruffin Jr. was arrested earlier this week on felony domestic violence charges after police responding to a 911 call to a home in the San Fernando Valley found a woman with visible injuries.
David was taken into custody and charged with felony domestic violence. He is being held on $50k bond.
The woman was also arrested and booked on assault charges.
Pat Houston Still Upset About Bobbi Kristina's Marriage
Back in January Whitney Houston's daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown married her hood-adpotion-brother Nick Gordon
Bobbi Kristina's aunt Pat Houston still hasn't gotten over the betrayal…
Whitney Houston's sister-in-law Pat Houston appeared last night on Oprah: Where are They Now? and explains,
"It just didn't sit right with me. I always looked at them as being the brother-and-sister type. I just did not see the relationship moving in that direction. I still have a very hard time with it."
"She's 21 and it's her life. You try to teach them the way to go and hope that they hear you. If they don't hear you now, maybe later on they'll get it. But, no, we weren't happy about it. Not at all."
HMMMMMM!
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES
‘NO RETURN POLICY’
I’m trying to play out all of the scenarios in my head where a woman would end up in the return line wearing that. Perhaps she dookied her Walmart pants, through a baby’s sweater over her rear and is now returned the poopy pants. What do you guys think?
HAVE A GREAT WEEK AHEAD!!!!!!!!
EFREM
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