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Rick Ross Plays Santa Ross, Gifts Sneakers & Money To The Community!

Miami rapper Rick Ross has been dubbed Santa Ross as he recently was spotted spreading good tidings and cheer through out the community.

Rick Ross Charities along with Miami’s 103.5 The Beat gave away over 200 pairs of Reeboks and eight grand in cash. He also fed attendees his signature lemon pepper wings, took photos and signed autographs.

Shout out to Thaddaeus McAdams and ExclusiveAccess.Net for the pics.

RIHANNAMANIA CONTINUES! Puma SIGNS Rihanna As New Creative Director

That Rihanna regin just won’t let up! Chick is taking the fashion world by storm…in every department.

It was just announced that Rihanna will be serving as the new creative director for sportswear giant PUMA. RiRi will oversee the sportswear brand’s womanswear collection getting super hands-on with Puma’s fitness and training line, including apparel and shoes. Ahh..can't wait to see what Rih has in store!

The CFDA Fashion Icon has signed a multi-year contract to "work with Puma to design and customize classic Puma styles as well as create new styles to add to the Puma product portfolio", according to the activewear company.

Yesterday, the “Diamonds” singer flew to Puma’s headquarters in Herzogenaurach, Germany for her first creative session with the design team to pick out colors, styles and discuss the line’s direction. But first, chick had to make it official by signing her name on the contract, which we hear is about $1 million.

Not only is she serving as the creative director, she will also act as the company’s global ambassador, joining Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt and Italian footballer Mario Balotelli. The Pop princess will be starring in Puma’s fall 2015 ad campaign as well.

As she geared up for her annoucment, RiRi posted a few pics with hints of what was to come on her Instagram. After it was official, Rih took to IG and said, "the face you make when you the Creative Director of a sportswear company #PUMA"

The Bajan beauty follows in Solange’s footsteps teaming up with the third-largest sporting goods maker. Solo was hired as the brand’s art director earlier this year, where she released two collections of sneakers.

Congrats Rih!

Is Adrian Peterson Considering Retiring from the NFL?

Adrian Peterson lost his appeal and his suspension until at least April 2015 was upheld by arbitrator Harold Henderson. He hasn’t exhausted all his options yet but he’s so disappointed in the NFL’s disciplinary process that Adrian Peterson considering retirement from the NFL and entering a whole new sports field.

In a 60-minute phone interview with ESPN, Peterson said he plans to file a lawsuit against the league, adding he wasn’t sure if he could trust the NFL’s process for reinstatement. If a lawsuit would eventually put the 2012 NFL MVP’s chance for reinstatement at risk, Peterson said he would consider walking away from the game altogether.

“I’ve considered retiring from the NFL,” Peterson said. “I still made $8 million dollars this year. I’ve thought about getting back into the real estate (business in Texas) I’m already in. That’s something I’ve been interested in, something I’m involved in. I’ve thought about getting back into that. I’ve thought about going after the Olympics — you only live once. It might be time for me to pursue that, as well. I love playing football, don’t get me wrong, but this situation is deeper than that. For me, it’s like, ‘Why should I continue to be a part of an organization or a business that handles players the way they do? Making money off the field anyway, why not continue to pursue that (Olympic) dream and pursue other dreams and hang up the cleats?’”

Peterson said he’s interested in competing in the 200- and 400-meter dashes in the Olympics, adding, “I’ve seriously thought about this real hard. I continue to pray about it, but it’s been something that has been heavy, heavy on my heart.

SEASONS GRIEVINGS? Mariah Carey Gets Emotional During Holiday Performance At The Beacon Theatre NYC!

Mariah Carey took the stage at NYC's legendary Beacon Theatre for the first holiday-themed concert series of her career. And it was soaked with tears at many points.

The sold-out show kicked off the start of a six-night stint featuring a cast of nearly 40, including “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies,” a ballet troupe, a prancing snow man, a gospel choir, carolers, several acrobats and a group of kid singer/dancers. She's called the Queen of Christmas for a reason.

Visually, Mariah presented herself like a diva should, She went through several costumes changes (better-fitted than past outfits), adorning an array of sequined and bedazzled gowns paired with amazing jewelry.

Admittedly, it's been a tough year for Mariah. In addition to the split from Nick Cannon, she suffered several blows to her ego with the failure of her Elusive Chanteuse disc and an embarrassing performance at The Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Ceremony.

In spite of what she's been through, Mariah pulled out a great performance for her fans, and even sang through her tears on several songs.

WATCH BELOW!

I love her but the magic of her voice is really fading away!

The Reviews are in For Nicki Minaj’s Pink Print CD!

Nicki Minaj’s The Pink Print dropped yesterday and on this album Nicki is being very open and candid on this third album, the features go from Ariana Grande, Lil Wayne to the King Bey… She also enlists production from hitmakers including Da Internz, Mike WiLL Made-It, Dr. Luke, Hit-Boy, and Boi-1da.

According to Rap-Up The reviews are in:

Los Angeles Times: The Pinkprint won’t fully placate the hard-core rap heads, but it’s got the bangs and the thrills many of us have hoped for, even if it’s a slow build kind of power and slacks at times. 3/4

The New York Times: The Pinkprint is her third studio album, and like the first two it’s full of compromises and half-successes. Sometimes she wants to be cousins with OneRepublic, sometimes Lil Wayne. And she succeeds at both, though only one of those goals is noble.

USA Today: The deftly syncopated and haunting “All Things Go” seems more authentically confessional, with Minaj admitting to her doubts and her dreams. The more upbeat “The Night Is Still Young,” with its funky bass and guitars, is another high point, with Minaj professing, “Life is a journey/I just want to enjoy the ride.” 2.5/4

New York Daily News: It’s the most pop-friendly album of her career, primed for evening the playing field with teen-adored stars like [Iggy] Azalea. 3/5

New York Post: The New Yorker serves up a surprisingly introspective and atmospheric third album, The Pinkprint. … She’s still Nicki, but the person is now just as big as the persona. 3/4

The Atlantic: As a personal statement, The Pinkprint works effectively. As an album … it has some issues. There are absolutely highlights: The Beyoncé-featuring “Feeling Myself” is a delightfully cocky boast for both queens. The two Meek Mill collaborations—”Big Daddy” and “Buy a Heart”—practically bounce through the listener, they’re so energetic.

Well what do you think?

Jennifer Aniston Poses Topless for Allure Magazine

The actress was photographed topless for the January 2015 Allure magazine photoshoot, wearing nothing but a pair of jeans, with her arms wrapped around a tattooed man’s muscled body , but don’t worry she is still with Justin Theroux- the guy hugging topless Aniston, is her hairstylist and longtime friend Chris McMillan.

Aniston told Allure magazine that:

“I don’t like [the pressure] that people put on me, on women — that you’ve failed yourself as a female because you haven’t procreated. I don’t think it’s fair. You may not have a child come out of your vagina, but that doesn’t mean you aren’t mothering — dogs, friends, friends’ children,” she said.

MORE at Allure!

Stacy Dash Explains Kicking Dame Dash To The Curb

Actress and Fox News talking head Stacey Dash recently revealed to The Edit Magazine that she and her cousin, Roc-A-Fella co-founder Dame Dash, no longer speak due to her political beliefs and her refusal to “keep her mouth shut” when it come to critiquing President Obama.

Reports Vlad: “My family and I have not spoken. My cousin Damon and my brother [Darien, CEO of DME Interactive Holdings] were role models to me because they were great capitalists. Now we’re not really talking because they were the ones who told me to keep my mouth shut. They felt that I should do certain things because I’m black.” She goes on to say that while she may have broken relationships with family, she’s thanked by black conservatives all the time for speaking her mind.

“Certain friends don’t speak to me any more either. But you know what? In the street I get [approached by] so many people of every color saying: ‘Thank you so much for standing up and being so brave.’ I thought it was time to have a black president and that it would unite us in such a profound way. But as a country, I don’t think we’ve been so divided since the Civil Rights Movement. I mean, isn’t it extraordinary that we are even discussing race in 2014?”

Pilar Sanders Sentenced to Seven Days in Jail

Pilar Sanders stay losing, she’s been sentenced to 7 days in jail after the judge found her being in contempt for failing to return her children with Deion Sanders as ordered in the divorce decree.

The judge ordered her to initially do thirty days behind bars, but uspended and probated that sentence. Still, as part of the probation she must serve a week behind bars in county lock-up.

According to Dallasnews.com

As the bailiff was taking her into custody, Pilar Sanders objected to the proceedings. She was then escorted out of the courtroom.

Original post at 9:41 a.m.: A hearing is being held in Collin County this morning in the defamation suit Deion Sanders filed last month against his ex-wife Pilar Sanders.

The suit accuses Pilar Sanders of publishing false statements on social media that accuse the broadcaster and former Dallas Cowboy of multiple crimes, including child abuse, spousal abuse, assault and attempted murder. The suit also refers to statements she allegedly made on TV in a recent appearance on The O’Reilly Factor.

Filed Nov. 24 in Collin County, the lawsuit seeks damages of $200,000 to $1 million as well as other relief to which he may be entitled.

It’s obvious Deion is playing chess and she’s playing checkers, get it together for your children…. Deion needs to use his power and get her some mental treatment, because she clearly has an issue…

HMMMMMM, Tyga Passes Out Toys With Kylie Jenner, HOSTS LA Gear Teen Impact Holiday Party

"Rack City" rapper Tyga and his not-yet-legal gal pal, who clearly thinks a crop top is appropriate for any ocassion, Kylie Jenner headed into the Pediatric Cancer Ward at Children's Hospital Los Angeles with a wagon full of goodies for the patients. Tyga donated gifts including gift bags from his clothing brand Last Kings, toys for all ages donated by iconic shoe brand LA Gear, Squishy Sand, Shimmer Jewelry Tattoos and speakers/headphones courtesy of 808 Audio.

The day of giving, hosted by Tyga, was presented by LA Gear and dubbed "The Teen Impact Holiday Party." He visited over 300 kids and treated them to a Photo Booth, green screen, dance floor, arts and crafts section, complimentary food and beverages.

While we have no confirmation on the relationship between Tyga and Kylie, it's worth noting that she supports him in all of his charity work. (And partying.) For Thanksgiving, we spotted her passing out turkey and veggies alongside the (former?) Cash Money rapper.

Speaking of Cash Money, label preident Mack Maine told MTV News that the label is looking to resolve its issues with Tyga. In the meantime, he'll be dropping a single named "AYO" on January 6th and an album...independently.

Fantasia Performs at DeKalb County Scholaraship Ball Special Will Packer & Terrence

The CEO’s Scholarship Ball, themed “A Gatsby Affair,” awarded $2,000 in scholarship proceeds to 15 deserving DeKalb County High School Students, as well as recognized 7 prolific community leaders in the CEO’s Vanguard Award ceremony.

The highlights of the evening included an epic performance by singer Fantasia and a heartfelt recognition of Will Packer by actor Terrence

Check it out below. The 2014 DeKalb County CEO Vanguard Award Honorees are Emory University Hospital, DeKalb Chamber of Commerce President, Katerina Taylor, Larry Callahan of Pattillo Industrial Real Estate, John Shelton of DeKalb Medical Hospital, Vaughn Irons of APD Solutions, Greg Street of V-103, and Will Packer of Will Packer Productions.

The evening was amazing with a wonderful concert by Fantasia. Fantasia is working on a new album and she promises that it will be HOT! In addition to Fantasia’s performance the guests were impressed by Terrence J heartfelt words for recipient Will Packer. Terrence J flew into town to support Will Packer. The actor shared that he’s grateful to the Packer for helping him start his career.

The night was so much fun and all about charity. DeKalb County Interim CEO Lee May had the following to say about the evening,

“This event is a celebration of DeKalb County’s future, our young people. As brothers, sisters, mothers, fathers, mentors, and friends, the support we provide to our youth as they move from high school to institutions of higher learning helps determine the type of citizens they become and greater impact they will have on society,”

Ryan Cameron of V-103 and Cynné Simpson of Fox 5 served as master and mistress of ceremony and Grammy award-winning singer Fantasia was featured as the headlining act.DSC_0093

Check out the photos below: