“Basketball Wives LA” Hands Out Pink Slips! 5 Cast Members NOT Returning!
According to our friends over at theJasmineBRAND.com The tea is that VH1 is shaking things up for season 6 of Basketball Wives LA. Insiders tell us that a few of your favorites will NOT be returning to the popular reality show, while others will remain.
We’re told that Shaunie O’Neal, Tami Roman and Jackie Christie will return. However, Malaysia Pargo, Brandi Maxiell, Angle Brinks, Angel Love and DJ Duffey will not be back as official cast members.
"Basketball Wives LA" Hands Out Pink Slips! 5 Cast Members NOT Returning
Malaysia Pargo, DJ Duffey, Brandi Maxiell
The network wanted to shake things up, so they didn’t renew contracts for Malaysia, Brandi, DJ Duffey, Angel Brinks and Angel Love.
While they won’t be official cast members, they may make a few appearances.
None of them will be full time, but the network is giving them the opportunity to make a few cameos. We’ll have to see how filming plays out.
Our source also confirms that Evelyn Lozada will return to the franchise. Evelyn’s return was reported by The Shade Room.
Evelyn Lozada: Our source confirms she’ll be back saying:
The network is really excited she’s returning. Evelyn, Tami and Shaunie were favorites in Miami.
Production begins December 2nd. P.S. What are your thoughts?
Today is World AIDS Day! When Will There Be A Cure For HIV? 2016 Brings Vaccine Trials, Medical Breakthroughs
Thursday marks World AIDS Day, an international public health campaign promoting awareness of HIV and AIDS prevention and research, as well as education on resources for those impacted by the global epidemic. Though the day is spent mourning over 36 million people killed from AIDS-related causes, scientific communities are also celebrating some of the largest breakthroughs in AIDS research and prevention advancements this year.
World AIDS Day is nationally recognized each year on Dec. 1 since 1993, when former President Bill Clinton addressed the global crisis while introducing his administration’s task force designed to coordinate AIDS research. Over 20 years later, each president continues to make an official proclamation every World AIDS Day, with President Barack Obama expected to make remarks on Thursday afternoon. Obama’s White House administration spent nearly $34 billion on global and domestic HIV and AIDS efforts in 2016 alone, the most a president has ever allocated to the issue in a single fiscal year. Meanwhile, at least 79,000 people in the U.S. are using pre-exposure prophylaxis, otherwise known as PrEP, a medicine which prevents the contraction of HIV.
Researchers Boast AIDS Cure
Overseas, a vaccine trial for HIV is beginning in South Africa, where an estimated seven million people are living with the virus. Scientists are predicting the trial, which will enlist 5,400 sexually active men and women, could lead to the first-ever licensed HIV vaccine. It’s one of the largest studies of its kind, and the first efficacy trial since 2009. The U.S. National Institutes of Health is sponsoring the study.
Despite continued improvements in research and care, tremendous flaws in the global response to HIV and AIDS still remain. Large racial disparities in access to prevention medicine like PrEP and resources for those impacted by the virus exist throughout the U.S., while about 5,753 people contract HIV each day worldwide.
World AIDS Day is recognized internationally by a red ribbon, which symbolizes the global unity in the fight against the virus.
#RHoA: Don't Insult Kandi On 'Real Housewives Of Atlanta,' Or You Might Deserve A Mama Joyce Reading!
It's not a particularly exciting season of The Real Housewives of Atlanta so far, but one thing is absolutely true: don't mess with Kandi Burruss. When Kandi's ex, Block, called her about Riley, she rather quickly shut down his pathetic attempt to connect with her and her daughter via a phone call after almost fourteen years of nothing. In the last episode, it became clear that Kandi is really disappointed in Block for not being there for her when she first got pregnant, or when Riley was really little. Seriously, if Block is still planning to pursue this relationship, he needs to seriously rethink his approach. And if her wants to win over Mama Joyce, he'll need to pay Kandi the child support she alleges multiple times throughout this episode that he never gave her.
A similar thing happened while the ladies were out and having a good time at laser tag. Judging by Shereé's wig, this is taking place a little closer to the moment in the first few episodes of the season when she got into a fight with Kenya over their respective houses. And Shereé gets her revenge during Phaedra's laser tag session, specifically targeting Kenya and shooting her repeatedly. As Porsha says, a few sessions of this and no anger management would be necessary. But since she was the target of the attack, Kenya once again makes the mistake of trying to go after Shereé, who has yet to lose an argument on Real Housewives of Atlanta. And Kandi looks truly pained by the experience of listening to these women arguing, especially when the insult "Mama Joyce wig" is thrown out there.
But I wish that Kandi's attitude would extend to livening up this season of RHOA. So far, it's been extremely uneventful, and while it's a little sad to watch Riley reject a relationship with her dad, it's also not the most entertaining subject for an episode of reality television. The show needs a little more Shereé and Kenya laser tag battling, and a little less emotional phone conversations with gaslighting exes.
#EMPIRE! Will the next couple of episodes DIG DEEP for Cookie Lyon?
Tonight’s episode of EMPIRE is expected to dig deeper into Cookie's past. Her son Jamal, while looking for some inspiration for his songwriting, will stumble upon some old family video footage of Cookie and her family, which he will then use.
However, "Empire" Season 3 Episode 7 spoilers predict that watching those old videos gets Cookie quite upset. Apparently, it will remind her of her complicated relationship with her father and siblings. She then tells Jamal to stop using the videos and adding that he has no right to dig the old stuff. But with her memories already triggered, the only thing left for her to do is to confront whatever issues that remain unsolved head on.
"Empire" Season 3 Episode 7 airs tonight November 30, 2016 on Fox.
New Music Video: Jojo Feat. Remy Ma – Fab.
JoJo and Remy Ma get fabulous while denouncing the “fake ass bitches” in the brand new video for “FAB.”
The black-and-white visual features the Mad Love. songstress in a camouflage top, while battling phony frenemies in New York City.
“Where were you when I needed you? / Fake ass bitches / When they smile in your face but behind you, it ain’t well wishes,” she sings.
Sitting on an old whip, Remy puts “both middle fingers all the way up.” “You not my BFF / You not my bestie / You a fake ass bitch just like the rest,” she raps.
JoJo is set to embark on her “Mad Love. World Tour” through Europe and the U.S. starting in January. Check out the “FAB” video, and see her full tour itinerary below.
WATCH HERE
“MAD LOVE. WORLD TOUR“ DATES:
Jan. 15 – Dublin, IRE – Academy
Jan. 17 – London, UK – Koko
Jan. 18 – Amsterdam, NL – Paradiso
Jan. 19 – Paris, FR – La Maroquinerie
Jan. 21 – Munich, GER – Ampere
Jan. 22 – Milan, IT – Tunnel Club
Jan. 23 – Köln, GER – Clubbahnhof
Jan. 26 – Copenhagen, DEN – Vega Jr.
Jan. 28 – Birmingham, UK – Institute 2
Jan. 29 – Manchester, UK – Club Academy
Jan. 30 – Glasgow, UK – O2 ABC2
Feb. 15 – Portland, OR – Wonder Ballroom
Feb. 17 – Seattle, WA – Showbox
Feb. 19 – San Francisco, CA – The Regency Ballroom
Feb. 20 – San Luis Obispo, CA – Fremont Theatre
Feb. 21 – Los Angeles, CA – The Fonda
Feb. 23 – Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory OC
Feb. 24 – San Diego, CA – House of Blues – San Diego
Feb. 25 – Scottsdale, AZ – Livewire
Feb. 27 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot
March 1 – Englewood, CO – Gothic Theatre
March 3 – Lawrence, KS – Liberty Hall
March 4 – Des Moines, IA – Wooly’s
March 5 – Omaha, NE – Slowdown
March 7 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line Music Café
March 8 – Sioux Falls, SD – The District
March 10 – Madison, WI – Majestic Theatre
March 11 – Milwaukee, WI – The Pabst Theater
March 12 – Chicago, IL – Concord Music Hall
March 19 – New Orleans, LA – Republic NOLA
March 21 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Culture Room
March 22 – Orlando, FL – Plaza Live
March 23 – St. Petersburg, FL – State Theater
March 25 – Charleston, SC – Music Farm
March 26 – Columbia, SC – Music Farm Columbia
March 28 – Washington, DC – 9:30 Club
March 30 – Cleveland, OH – House of Blues – Cleveland
March 31 – Columbus, OH – Newport Music Hall (Indoor)
April 1 – Louisville, KY – Headliners Music Hall
April 3 – Richmond, VA – The National
April 4 – Norfolk, VA – The Norva
April 6 – Greensboro, NC – Cone Denim Entertainment Center
April 7 – Nashville, TN – Cannery Ballroom
April 8 – Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theater
April 10 – Houston, TX – Warehouse Live
April 11 – Dallas, TX – Trees
April 12 – Austin, TX – Mohawk
April 14 – San Antonio, TX – Paper Tiger
April 18 – Wichita, KS – The Cotillion
April 19 – Columbia, MO – The Blue Note
April 21 – Detroit, MI – Majestic Theatre
April 22 – Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE
April 23 – Buffalo, NY – Town Ballroom
April 28 – Philadelphia, PA – The Trocadero Theatre
April 30 – Boston, MA – Royale
May 2 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza
May 3 – Huntington, NY – The Paramount
New Hip Hop Video: Jeezy Feat. French Montana – ‘Going Crazy’
Jeezy and French Montana are still “Going Crazy” in the music video for their Trap or Die 3 collaboration.
Carrying a baseball bat and sporting his infamous Snowman gear, Jizzle raps about his street life and fame.
“You know I’m in that bitch like an expensive suit,” raps Jeezy. “Bitch, I’m in demand just like them Yeezy Boosts / I got rich off butter, bitch, that’s Betty Crocker / Bitch it ain’t my fault, just like I’m Silkk the Shocker.”
With a bandana over his mouth and “Stop Blaming Muslims” shirt on, Montana raps about his authenticity and success. “All I wanted was a mill and a new Mercedes,” he brags. “Now I’m jumpin’ on these ni**as like the new McGrady.”
“Going Crazy” follows TD3 videos for “G-Wagon,” “Goldmine,” the Bankroll Fresh-assisted “All There,” and “Bout That” featuring Lil Wayne.
Go “Crazy” with Jeezy and French HERE
No charges for Charlotte officer in death of Keith Lamont Scott
A district attorney announced the black police officer who fatally shot Keith Scott in Charlotte in September will not face charges. He said evidence shows that Scott was armed and could have raised his gun and killed officers.
The Charlotte police officer who fatally shot a black man following a brief but tense standoff Sept. 20 won't be charged in the case, District Attorney Andrew Murray announced Wednesday.
Officer Brent Vinson, who is also black, has been on administrative leave since shooting Keith Lamont Scott, 43, in a parking lot while the husband and father waited for his child's school bus.
"It is my opinion that Officer Vinson acted lawfully when he shot Mr. Scott," Murray said. "His use of deadly force was lawful."
The incident set off fierce protests that resulted in scores of arrests. After the shooting, Police Chief Kerr Putney said Scott was armed and that a gun was found at the scene. Scott's wife, Rakeyia, recorded some of the confrontation on her cellphone and said Scott was not armed.
Murray, during a lengthy presentation Wednesday, showed video of Scott entering a convenience store shortly before the shooting. In the video, a bulge in Scott's lower right pant leg "is consistent with the holster and gun later described by officers and found at the scene," Murray said.
A short time later, Murray said officers were on an unrelated call when they saw Scott, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a motorcycle crash in October 2015, parked in his SUV at an apartment complex. They ordered him to exit his vehicle after seeing him brandish a handgun, Murray said.
Young girl sobs and scolds Charlotte City Council
Murray said the videos show that officers told Scott to drop his gun at least 10 times.
"The videos also show that Mr. Scott did not comply with those commands," Murray said.
He said Vinson fired four times, hitting Scott three times. Murray said Scott's DNA was found on the gun recovered at the scene.
Murray said he discussed his findings with several "career" prosecutors who all agreed with his decision. He said he revealed his decision to Scott's family before announcing it publicly.
The family issued a statement saying they were "profoundly disappointed" with Murray's decision — but thanked the prosecutor for his detailed explanation.
Lawyers for Scott's family said they will continue to investigate the case and could file a civil suit. Lawyer Justin Bamberg said it was a "bittersweet" day and the confrontation should never have taken place.
"We still have real questions about the decisions that were made that day, about how they confronted Keith," lawyer Chuck Monnett said.
Some video from the scene has been released. In September, Putney acknowledged there was "no definitive, visual evidence" from those videos that Scott had a gun in his hand. "You see something in the hand and that he pointed it at an officer," Putney said. The department has said officers perceived Scott's movements as posing an imminent threat.
The State Bureau of Investigation took over the investigation, and Mayor Jennifer Roberts said the Department of Justice was monitoring the probe.
“The White House is not going to get involved in handicapping or second guessing local investigations,” White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest said. “I’m confident that my colleagues at the Department of Justice are aware of this announcement and have followed through on their promise to monitor the case.”
After Murray announced his decision, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department tweeted: "@CMPD appreciates work by State Bureau of Investigation & District Attorney. We're committed to continuing to build trust with community."
“Basketball Wives LA” Hands Out Pink Slips! 5 Cast Members NOT Returning
According to our friends over at theJasmineBRAND.com The tea is that VH1 is shaking things up for season 6 of Basketball Wives LA. Insiders tell us that a few of your favorites will NOT be returning to the popular reality show, while others will remain.
We’re told that Shaunie O’Neal, Tami Roman and Jackie Christie will return. However, Malaysia Pargo, Brandi Maxiell, Angle Brinks, Angel Love and DJ Duffey will not be back as official cast members.
"Basketball Wives LA" Hands Out Pink Slips! 5 Cast Members NOT Returning
Malaysia Pargo, DJ Duffey, Brandi Maxiell
The network wanted to shake things up, so they didn’t renew contracts for Malaysia, Brandi, DJ Duffey, Angel Brinks and Angel Love.
While they won’t be official cast members, they may make a few appearances.
None of them will be full time, but the network is giving them the opportunity to make a few cameos. We’ll have to see how filming plays out.
Our source also confirms that Evelyn Lozada will return to the franchise. Evelyn’s return was reported by The Shade Room.
Evelyn Lozada: Our source confirms she’ll be back saying:
The network is really excited she’s returning. Evelyn, Tami and Shaunie were favorites in Miami.
Production begins December 2nd. P.S. What do you think about who’s been allegedly fired?
Kanye West Is home now but was reportedly Trying to Record Music in the Hospital?
Kanye West certainly lives up to his workaholic reputation. According to a new report from US Weekly, Kanye has been desperately trying to work from his hospital bed, much to the concern of his wife Kim Kardashian. She's been trying to stop him from over-exerting himself while he's supposed to be resting.
“Kanye keeps wanting to work. At the hospital, he requested that recording equipment be brought to the hospital so he can record in his bed,” a source told Us. “And he has kept asking to see sketches of his fashion lines... He continues to want to work and Kim has to keep telling him to rest."
Kanye remains at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, where he was hospitalized on Nov. 21 after acting erratically at his gym. Kim Kardashian flew directly to Los Angeles from NYC when she heard the news, and has reportedly been by his side continuously ever since, only pausing to see her children. He is reportedly battling paranoia and depression, perhaps brought on by his rigorous tour and work schedule.
Some reports suggested that Kanye might go home on Monday, but a TMZ article later claimed that he was still not stable and was being kept at the hospital until further notice.
All of this comes after he canceled the remainder of his Saint Pablo Tour following strange behavior at two shows. At one he praised Donald Trump, while at another he called out Jay Z, Q-Tip, Hillary Clinton, Drake, and more.
Von Miller Sex Tape Co-Star Elizabeth Ruiz Denies Extorting The Football Star.
Not sure if I’m buying this information.
Elizabeth landed in some hot water after she demanded $2.5 million from Von Miller over steamy sex tape and the judge blocked her from releasing the tape.
Well… The young lady speaks out in a brief interview with TMZ.
She insists the only profit she wants to make off the video is when she’s in private.
“Well, because I used it to play with myself,” Ruiz told TMZ when asked why she didn’t delete the explicit content filmed in June while they were vacationing in Cancun. She also said she never asked Miller “for a dollar” or the $2.5 million that was being reported. Ruiz said her attorney’s went to Miller’s people to say there was a tape recorded in Cancun. Miller’s lawyers threw out a number and Ruiz’s countered with the $2.5 million.
YESSSSSS! Rihanna Accepts ‘Shoe of the Year’ Award at 2016 FNAAs
Rihanna made history on Tuesday night (Nov. 29), becoming the first-ever woman to win “Shoe of the Year” at the annual Footwear News Achievement Awards. Hosted at IAC Headquarters in New York City last night, the pop superstar 30th FNAAs to accept her award for the Fenty Puma Creeper. The 28-year-old arrived on the red carpet wearing a black and white pair of Creepers, a long skirt, black baseball cap and shining jewelry from Chopard’s “High Jewelry Collection.”
“This is such a big deal for me,” said Rihanna during her acceptance speech. “It makes me so proud to be a woman, to be a young woman from Barbados, especially. To come to America and just do this by default just because I liked to wear a certain style of shoe.” She later continued, “I didn’t expect people to love it the way I do, and the way they’ve supported it means so much to me. All the Creeper fans and all the kids in the street who inspire me by doing things their own way.”
The FENTYxPUMA Creeper signifies a successful partnership between Rihanna and PUMA which first started in 2015, selling out in record time worldwide. Known as the “Shoe Oscars,” Rihanna’s win at the FN Achievement Awards comes one year after Kanye West won “Shoe of the Year” for his Yeezy Boost collaboration with adidas.
Looky Looky it’s Maxwell on the BEACH!
Pop singer Maxwell was spotted enjoying an afternoon at the beach with a lovely brunette in Miami Beach, FL. The 43-year-old NY native was rumored to have split with 20-something Lithuanian supermodel Deimante Guobyte earlier this year.
Savage Khloe Kardashian Blasts Fan Suggesting She Is Running A Sweat
Khloe Kardashian isn’t the least bit accepting of folks coming for her — which, we have to say, is admirable.
Koko is known to be the more outspoken sister of the famous Kardashian clan, oftentimes publicly clapping back at fellow celebrities or even fans, if necessary. So, it didn’t come as a surprise when the reality star blasted a girl suggesting her denim factory is managed in a sweat shop.
On Tuesday afternoon, the 32-year-old took fans inside the factory where her Good American jean brand is stitched and distributed. Unfortunately, Khloe’s efforts to have a little fun and show how her jeans are made turned out to be an epic critic fest.
“By the looks of @khloekardashian Snapchat, she’s got a sweat shop working on her jeans,” someone tweeted.
Whelp, the fire tongue of Khloe flicked right back.
“Watch your mouth. All make salaries and all are employed in la! Know your info before you chime in,” the Keeping Up with the Kardashians star tweeted. “It means a lot to me to fight to make my denim in the US and to be employing good wages to all of my hardworking employees!”
Khloe’s line offers sizes 00-24, something that was important for the reality star who takes pride in being a curvy woman. Oh, and don’t you dare call her plus-sized. “F*ck that. I don’t want to be called that. I’m a woman with curves,” Kardashian said on Tuesday during Fortune‘s Most Powerful Women Next Gen conference in Laguna Niguel, California.
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Chauncey From Blackstreet Responds To Dave Hollister’s Shade via Twitter!
It looks like this group has more drama than Destiny’s Child, Xscape , Boys II Men, En Vogue all combine.Teddy Riley received the 2016 Soul Legend Awards at the Soul Train Awards. Folks were wondering where is Blackstreet. Blackstreet was unable to perform.
Dave Hollister pretty much says Chauncey is doing some shady ass shit with Blackstreet. It appears there will no be a reunion with the original members no time soon. Dave Hollister went off with no phucks given on social media.
Interesting news.. Chauncey holds the trademark on Blackstreet and tells other members of the group to put some respeck on his name.
SHADE or NOT? Brandy Throws Subtle Shade at Soul Train Awards, Monica Responds!
The 2016 Soul Train Awards not only brought back a few 90s classics, but a 90s feud as well, as Lady of Soul Honoree Brandy took a few subtle shots at former nemesis-turned-collaborator-turned-nemesis-again, Monica.
The shot stems from the recent back and forth between the two singers after Monica’s #SoGoneChallenge went viral, opening up the floodgates to what has become a bit of a tit-for-tat on social media between their fans.B-Rocka tore the house down with her performance of classics like “I Wanna Be Down” and “Talk About Our Love,” the latter of which the “vocal bible” remixed live, tossing some subtle shade her fellow songstress’s way.While the original lyrics deal with friends and foes being too involved in her relationship, the powerful vocalist switched the words around to address someone’s “whole fan base” and how their feud has “the whole ‘Gram (Instagram) buzzing.”
Fans of Monica’s picked up on the diss and quickly took to Brandy’s Instagram page to press her about it, with one fan coming to the “Full Moon” singer’s defense.
“Monica fans stay talking about Brandy…smh no wonder she had to address ya’ll! Cuz these disrespectful ppl aren’t getting checked. What’s the point of bashing another artist on this page? She must be very significant in ya’lls life. Closet fans of the vocal bible.”
The “Don’t Take it Personal” singer is truly living by her lyrics, brushing off the subtle shade just as she did on The Real, claiming on Instagram that B’s fans are just as rabid as hers, while still showing respect to the Soul Train award winner.
Do you think this will bring an end to the ladies’ R&Beef?
Tracee Ellis Ross, Cynthia Nixon, Michelle Monaghan and Kristen Bell covers Net-a-Porter Mag!
Tracee Ellis Ross, one television’s newest leading ladies, is gracing the newest cover of Net-a-Porter’s THE EDIT alongside actresses Cynthia Nixon, Michelle Monaghan and Kristen Bell. The ladies got all dolled up for the “Screen Queens” issue where they open up about issues women face in Hollywood.
From sexism, equal pay, diversity and age discrimination, the the “black•ish” star and her television counterparts share their raw and unfiltered opinions on some of the most controversial topics in Hollywood. Here’s some more pics
Earlier this month former reality star NeNe Leakes announced her new Buckhead boutique 'Swagg' would be opening on Black Friday
There's been a slight change of plans...
Swagg opens Nov 30 at 9am.
Also, anybody know a good auto broker?
HA!
#EMPIRE: Ratings dropping?
"Empire" season 3 is expected to be interrupted for a short while. The series will return on screen November 30th, rumors have it that the 7th episode was not aired because of the Thanksgiving Holiday. The series, being among the highest rated TV series, is expected to face a drop of ratings when it goes back on TV next Wednesday and might be cancelled after the third season.
Since October 12, the drama series posted low marks of a 2.9 rating in adults aged 18-49 and got 8.1 million viewers. Not only that but because of the Presidential Debate the show was also reprieved. The highest-rated scripted series on TV, Fox's "Empire," had a rough re-entry after a month-long suspension for baseball games coverage by Fox.
The cast of "Empire" include the famous Taraj. P Henson as Cookie Lyon, Terrence as Lucious Lyon , Jussie Smollett as Jamal Lyon, Trai Byers as Andre Lyon, Bryshere Y. Gray as Hakeem Lyon, Grace Byers as Anika Calhoun, Gabourey Sidibe as Becky Williams, Ta'Rhonda Jones as Porsha Taylor, Serayah as Tiana Brown, Morocco Omari as Tariq Cousins ,Xzibit as Shyne Johnson and Bre-Z as Freda Gatz
So will the ratings pick back up? Come on Team Lyon don’t let them down!
New Music: Tank – Thankful For U
In case you missed it, cuz we did. In honor of giving thanks on the Thanksgiving holiday, Tank surprised followers with a brand new song, which he posted to his personal SoundCloud account.
Over a simplistic piano track, the R&B crooner recounts his many blessings, while giving thanks for his family and friends, and good food.
“Thankful for you, for all my family and friends / Thankful for you, for the time we get to spend / Thankful for you, wish it didn’t have to end / Cause I’m thankful for you,” he sings on the heartfelt chorus.
Take a listen to Tank giving thanks HERE
New Hip Hop Video: 2 Chainz Feat. Ty Dolla $Ign – ‘Lil Baby’
2 Chainz and Ty Dolla $ign join forces to serenade the ladies in the video for “Lil Baby.”
The Howard Ross-directed clip finds Tity Boi and Dolla hanging out in a lavish pad, chillin’ by the pool and jacuzzi with a few bikini-clad models.
While Ty handles the romance portion, singing about his “Lil Baby,” Chainz uses the opportunity to stunt.
“I’m from the belly of the beast,” he raps. “Remember I barely used to eat / Now that my weed is so loud / You can hear it down the street.”
“Lil Baby,” a single off Tity Boi’s mixtape Hibachi for Lunch, follows “Let’s Ride,” yet another 2 Chainz and Dolla collaboration.
Dive into “Lil Baby” HERE
Darren Sharper Sentenced 20 Years For Raping Women!
Darren Sharper was sentenced to 20 years in prison for drugging and raping two women in Los Angeles, capping a case in which the former NFL star was accused of attacking multiple women across the country. According to a report, Sharper was sentenced as part of a plea deal he reached last year — a “global resolution” that his attorneys said helped resolve sexual assault cases filed against him in multiple states.
Superior Court Judge Michael E. Pastor noted the statements that the woman and another victim gave as he sentenced Sharper.
I dare say that I cannot speak more eloquently or passionately about the horrible misconduct of Mr. Sharper and the unfathomable effect he has had on the two alleged victims. I think their individual statements speak volumes as to this disgraceful abuse of trust and the behavior of Mr. Sharper.
After he was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault in January 2014, women in other cities came forward alleging similar attacks. He has been convicted of drugging and raping nine women in Los Angeles, Nevada, Arizona and Louisiana. In August, a New Orleans judge sentenced him to more than 18 years for the attacks. The judge said a federal presentencing report indicated there were 16 victims. The sentence in LA is to be served at the same time as others around the country.
Chauncey From Blackstreet Responds To Dave Hollister’s Shade.
It looks like this group has more drama than Destiny’s Child, Xscape , Boys II Men, En Vogue all combine.Teddy Riley received the 2016 Soul Legend Awards at the Soul Train Awards. Folks were wondering where is Blackstreet. Blackstreet was unable to perform.
Dave Hollister pretty much says Chauncey is doing some shady ass shit with Blackstreet. It appears there will no be a reunion with the original members no time soon. Dave Hollister went off with no phucks given on social media.
Interesting news.. Chauncey holds the trademark on Blackstreet and tells other members of the group to put some respeck on his name.
Now there!
J. Anthony Brown Leaves Tom Joyner Morning Show After 20 years.
Earlier this year, J. Anthony Brown briefly left the show and Tom Joyner denied the rumors
Here’s an update on the situation…
“I want to thank all the listeners and fans for embracing me for more than 20 years on the Tom Joyner Morning Show. You were a captive audience, and your support and feedback encouraged me to be a better comic and a better social commentator, reflecting the world around us,” said Brown. “I am eternally grateful to Tom Joyner and the morning crew for the years of friendship and laughs, in sickness and in health. I thank you for the opportunity to showcase my talents, and allowing me to have a voice on morning radio.”
According to AllAccess.com, Brown’s manager Sharavious Jackson says “the show is looking in a new direction. J. is open to new opportunities.”
Reach Media also releases a statement.
“J. Anthony Brown has been a great contributor and a part of the Joyner Morning Show (TJMS) family for many years. J’s current contract was set to expire at the end of 2016. J requested to be released from his contract a month early, and we agreed to his request. We appreciate all that J has done for the TJMS and wish him the best in the future.
To continue the excellence in entertainment that the TJMS is known for, the show will feature top, live comedic and celebrity talent to serve as co-hosts on a rotating basis until a permanent decision is made.”
J. Anthony Brown says good bye on social media since the radio show would not allow him to do so.
PICS: Stars Attend SL Lounge Day Party Hosted by Mr. Ruggs in Atlanta
Over in Atlanta, actor Kevin Hart, left, joined rap moguls T.I. Harris, right, Fabolous and others at a day party hosted by Mr. Ruggs at his new SL Lounge. Check out the pics
Looks like fun times!
‘Patti Labelle’s Place’: Cooking Series Gets Premiere Date, Guests Announced
*Powerhouse Productions has announce the premiere of their new cooking series, “Patti LaBelle’s Place,” starring Grammy-winning recording artist Patti LaBelle.
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Gayle King and more are scheduled to drop by in the six-episode series, premiering Saturday, December 3rd at 11 am ET / 8 am PT on Cooking Channel.
Produced by Rochelle Brown and Sonia Armstead of Powerhouse Productions, and featuring special guests including Estelle, Kirk Franklin, and Joe Zee, “Patti LaBelle’s Place” will find the iconic singer opening the kitchen doors to viewers for an up-close and endlessly entertaining look at her cooking talents.
“When Ms. Patti isn’t onstage performing, she finds true happiness entertaining and cooking for her friends and family. It’s in that spirit, that we capture amazing moments in the kitchen with her and her guests. It’s a fun time and everyone is going to love it,” says co-executive producers Rochelle Brown and Sonia Armstead of Powerhouse Productions.
Check out the episode breakdown with guest lineup below.
Patti LaBelle's Place
Rochelle Brown, 50 Cent, Sonia Armstead
Episodes are:
“50 Cent and Naturi Naughton” Premieres Saturday, December 3rd at 11am ET / 8am PT
Patti invites Grammy-winner® Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson over for some fresh and delicious comfort food. Dancing up a storm in the kitchen, they prepare a menu of Slow-Cooked Brisket, Smashed Potatoes and Patti’s Southern-Style Fried Corn. Later, actress Naturi Naughton stops by for Patti’s famous Succulent Scallops in Garlic Butter Sauce, and Miss Patti gives Naturi a cooking lesson that is “Over the Rainbow.”
“Estelle and Joe Zee” Premieres Saturday, December 3rd at 11:30am ET / 8:30am PT
Patti invites her friend, fashion guru Joe Zee, over for a simple Shrimp Scampi served over Angel Hair Pasta. She tops off the meal with Apple-Peach Compote and Vanilla Ice Cream. Then, British Grammy Award-winning® singer Estelle comes by and Patti makes her feel right at home with her very own version of Fish and Chips with Tartar Sauce.
“Kirk Franklin and Erica Campbell” Premieres Saturday, December 10th at 11am ET / 8am PT
Patti introduces long-time friend and gospel superstar Kirk Franklin and his wife Tammy to her Famous Fried Chicken. Nothing says “yum” like golden-brown, delicious fried chicken served with Sautéed Potatoes and Onions, along with Garlicky Broccoli Rabe. Later, Erica Campbell from the legendary gospel duo Mary Mary stops by, and she and Patti make a simple and delicious double-layer Peach Cobbler.
“Gayle King and Jay Manuel” Premieres Saturday, December 10th at 11:30am ET / 8:30am PT
Patti is hanging out in the kitchen with celebrity make-up artist Jay Manuel and there’s never a dull moment when these two are in the kitchen. Their meal starts with a Mixed Green Salad drizzled with Patti’s Secret Homemade Salad Dressing, and then she shows Jay how to prepare her Spicy Garlic Sautéed Chicken Breasts and Fresh Spinach. Later, Patti’s good girlfriend Gayle King drops by for a down-home meal of mouthwatering Beef Short Ribs and Miss Patti’s Mean Greens.
“Ta’Rhonda Jones, Kaitlin Doubleday and Lance Gross” Premieres Saturday, December 17th at 11am ET / 8am PT
Patti has star power in her kitchen today! First, Ta’Rhonda Jones drops by to learn Patti’s delicious Pork Chops with Sautéed Cabbage recipe. Then, Patti refreshes her palate with actress Kaitlin Doubleday over a vegan lunch of Sautéed Portobello Mushrooms with Garlic and Butter. Finally, Patti is joined by actor Lance Gross, to help her prepare Pan-Seared Salmon served with Sautéed Green Beans a La Bella.
“Carla Hall and J.R. Smith” Premieres Saturday, December 17th at 11:30am ET / 8:30am PT
Its family time at Patti’s place, when she invites her good friend Carla Hall over for a down-home Southern lunch, inspired by her father’s Cornmeal Fried Catfish. Patti and Carla reminisce and cook up a storm, and then NBA champion J.R. Smith brings his mother, Ida, over for a very special Italian meal of Linguine with Meatballs at Miss Patti’s.
“Patti LaBelle’s Place” premieres with two back-to-back episodes on Saturday, December 3rd at 11 am ET / 8 am PT on Cooking Channel.
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E! Denies “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” IS NOT On Hold!
E! is denying reports that the series Keeping Up with the Kardashians has temporarily shut down production as Kim Kardashian deals with her husband’s health. They share in a statement:
Keeping Up with the Kardashians is currently in production and has not been halted.
Here’s the backstory: “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” is on hold for now. According to a new report, production on E!’s hit reality show stopped in October, when Kim Kardashian was robbed at gunpoint in Paris. Reportedly, the production company wanted to film through the holiday season, however, with the robbery and Kanye West’s hospitalization, no filming will take place through the remaining of 2016. The Kardashian nor Jenner family have commented on the status of KUWK or Kanye’s hospitalization.
Keeping Up with the Kardashians focuses on the personal and professional lives of the Kardashian–Jenner blended family. Its premise originated with Ryan Seacrest, who also serves as an executive producer. The series debuted on October 14, 2007 and has subsequently become one of the longest-running reality television series in the country; the twelfth season of the show premiered on May 1, 2016.
The series focuses mainly on sisters Kim, Kourtney, Khloé Kardashian, and their half-sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner. It also features their parents Kris and Caitlyn Jenner (previously known as Bruce Jenner), and brother Rob Kardashian. The significant others of the Kardashian sisters have also appeared on the show, including Kourtney’s ex-boyfriend Scott Disick and Khloé’s ex-husband Lamar Odom. Caitlyn’s son Brody made cameo appearances in the early seasons before joining the show to appear regularly, along with his brother Brandon, and Brandon’s wife, Leah. Kim’s friend Jonathan Cheban and Khloé’s friend Malika Haqq have also been part of the show.
The series’ success has led additionally to the creation of numerous spin-off series, including: Kourtney and Kim Take Miami, Kourtney and Kim Take New York, Khloé & Lamar, Kourtney and Khloé Take The Hamptons, Dash Dolls, and, most recently, Rob & Chyna.
