#MAGFAB: Jessica Chastain for C Magazine - Winter 2022/2023+
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#RHOA: NeNe Leakes at The Urban One Honors in a Purple Gown HOT or Not?
NeNe Leakes and her boyfriend Nyonisela Sioh attended The The Urban One Honors in Atlanta. She wore a Purple velveteen gown. Take anotherlook.
She should have worn this to Porsha’s wedding but I digress. So is it HOT or NOT?
#NewMusic from Vivian Green She Releases New Holiday EP “Spread The Love”
Check out the new holiday EP from Vivian Green called “Spread the Love”. The five song project was produced by her frequent collaborator Kwame and was inspired by the BET Networks film “Holiday Hideaway”.
The project arrives via the SRG/ILS Group in partnership with Make Noise Recordings. The BET Networks film “Holiday Hideaway” is also currently airing on all BET properties.
You can check out the visualizer for the lead single below. Vivian adds:
“While I didn’t grow up celebrating Christmas, I’ve always loved the euphoric melodies and freedoms in the song structure of holiday music. I am a songwriter and that means I essentially should be able to write about anything. When writing “Spread the Love” I was intentional about including the three cultural holidays of the season because it hasn’t been done enough. There’s something beautiful about acknowledging different cultures in one space. I truly enjoyed assisting in helping to energize someone else’s story in the film “Holiday Hideaway”, and as bonus, I’m excited to release this EP.”
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This is the first project from Vivian Green since she released her latest album “Love Absolute” in 2020.
#HipHopNews: Metro Boomin Returns With New Album 'Heroes & Villains'
Metro Boomin is officially back in action with his new album Heroes & Villains. The star-studded sequel to 2018’s Not All Heroes Wear Capes features an A-list cast of characters including The Weeknd, Travis Scott, Future, and Chris Brown.
The Weeknd and 21 Savage join forces on “Creepin’,” which samples Mario Winans’ 2004 classic “I Don’t Wanna Know,” while Chris Brown and Future connect on “Superhero (Heroes & Villains).” Travis Scott makes four appearances on “Niagara Falls” with Savage, “Trace” with Young Thug, and “Lock On Me” with Future, and “Raindrops (Insane).”
The blockbuster lineup also includes the first posthumous release from Takeoff, who guests alongside A$AP Rocky on “Feel the Fiyaaaah!,” plus appearances from John Legend, Don Toliver, and Gunna.
During an interview with Ebro Darden on Apple Music 1, Metro revealed that this is the second album in a trilogy that started with Not All Heroes Wear Capes. “I’m going to see how this flow, because I really want to shoot a lot of videos to this one, and I’ve put a lot of time into this body of work,” said the super-producer. “So I really want to stretch it, and not just throw out the third one.”
Earlier in the week, Metro teased his superhero-inspired project with a short film starring Young Thug, Gunna, Morgan Freeman, and LaKeith Stanfield.
Stream Heroes & Villains HERE
#RIP: Broadway actor Quentin Lee dies from colon cancer at 34
Broadway actor Quentin Lee passed away from colon cancer on Tuesday morning.
Lee is most known for his portrayal of the phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera.
"The Phantom family is saddened to hear of the passing of Quentin Oliver Lee," the broadway production captioned a picture of Lee on Instagram. "Quentin brilliantly lead our North American tour in 2018. Our hearts are with Quentin’s family and friends."
Lee's wife, Angie, confirmed her husband's "peaceful, and perfect" passing on his Instagram account.
"I saw his last breaths, held his hand tight, and felt his heartbeat slowly drift away," she wrote in the post. "He had a smile on his face, and was surrounded by those he loves."
Angie described Lee as "an incredible man, husband, father, son, brother, friend, singer" and actor.
Lee announced that he had stage 4 colon cancer on his Instagram account in June.
"This year has been a wild ride, I got a chance work with some incredible people at the TONY nominated 'Caroline or Change' musical, debut a sold-out Lortel Winner off-Broadway masterpiece, 'Oratorio for Living Things', and was diagnosed with stage 4 Colon Cancer," he wrote at the time.
In addition to his wife, Lee is survived by his daughter, Samantha.
David Harbour Opens Up On 'Crazy' Experience Of Auditioning For Madonna's Movie
David Harbour claims he was invited to audition for Madonna's 2011 movie "W.E." because she thought he was "sexy." The 47-year-old "Stranger Things" actor recently shared the "crazy" process he went through after being asked to try out for a part in the singer-turned-director's 2011 royal drama "W.E." - which told the story of King Edward VIII's love affair with American divorcee Wallis Simpson.
"It was a crazy thing. It was a real cloak-and-dagger type of experience," David said during an appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!".
David was not told anything about the movie before the audition as the casting director informed him the project was "top secret" and he was convinced he was being courted by a powerhouse moviemaker like Ridley Scott or Martin Scorsese.
He went on, "I got a call from a casting director that I knew very well saying they're putting together a top-secret movie read through, but you just have to show up at the St. Regis [hotel] and go in this room, and all will be revealed. And I was like, 'This is really weird and creepy' ... And so all weekend, I was literally thinking about Ridley Scott and Martin Scorsese."
The only thing the actor was told was that the director had watched his sex scene in 2008 film "Revolutionary Road" and thought he was "sexy." David then added, "I show up at the St. Regis, and I get in the room, and there's a bunch of other New York actors there, and in walks Madonna, who's directing this movie. The first thing that flooded over me, I was like, 'Wow, Madonna thinks I'm sexy.' "
He explained he was overwhelmed by the experience because he'd had a crush on the pop superstar since the 1980s and, even though he didn't get the part, he did land an invitation to Madonna's birthday party.
David said of the experience, "[It was] one of the coolest things I've ever done ... She came in, and she was in like this gorgeous, emerald dress. And then the party started, and she put on sweatpants, and they just cranked Madonna music. I danced with Madonna to Madonna music. On my headstone, that is it!"
Nia Long & Ime Udoka Break Up After 13 Years Together Following NBA Coach’s Alleged Affair w/ Staff Member
As many may have expected, Nia Long and Ime Udoka have decided to call it quits.
According to new reports, Nia Long’s, 51, relationship with Ime Udoka, 45, has come to an end after 13 years together. An insider close to the former couple has shared,
“The situation is unfortunate and painful, but Nia is focusing on her children and rebuilding her life.”
A rep for the “You People” actress confirmed they are,
“no longer together but remain fully committed to co-parenting their son [Kez].”
Their breakup follows shocking news of the former Boston Celtics coach cheating on Long with one of his staff members.
As previously reported, The affair initially made headlines in September. As part of his disciplinary actions, just weeks before the start of the 2022-23 NBA season, Udoka was suspended from his coaching duties. It has since been reported that the woman he cheated with served as a team liaison arranging travel, lodging, and game tickets for Celtics family members and is likely to have arranged travel for Udoka’s ex-fiancée, Long.
Long and Udoka got engaged in 2015 and share one child together, 11-year-old son Kez. Long is also the mother to 22-year-old Massai Zhivago Dorsey II.
Man who shot Lady Gaga’s dog walker sentenced to 21 years in prison
The man who shot Lady Gaga’s dog walker and stole her French bulldogs last year has been sentenced to over two decades behind bars.
James Howard Jackson accepted a plea deal on Monday, per the Associated Press, and will spend the next 21 years in prison in Los Angeles County.
According to the LA County District Attorney’s Office, Jackson pleaded no contest to one count of attempted murder but admitted the allegation of inflicting great bodily injury and to a prior strike. He had been charged with attempted murder, conspiracy to commit a robbery and assault with a semiautomatic firearm.
“The plea agreement holds Mr. Jackson accountable for perpetrating a coldhearted violent act and provides justice for our victim,” the DA’s office said in a statement.
Lady Gaga’s dog walker shooter, James Howard Jackson, has been sentenced to 21 years in prison.
Jackson was one of five people — three men and two accomplices — who participated in the violent robbery and its aftermath.
Authorities say the perpetrators did not specifically target Lady Gaga, as they did not know the dogs belonged to the musician. They believe the group’s motive was the value of the French bulldogs, a breed that can cost thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars.
Authorities say Jackson did not specifically target Gaga, as he did not know the dogs belonged to the musician.
Jackson and others drove around several Los Angeles neighborhoods on Feb. 24, 2021, in search of French bulldogs, prosecutors previously said.
When they encountered Gaga’s dog walker, Ryan Fischer, with her three pets on Sunset Boulevard, a violent struggle ensued in which Jackson hit, choked and shot Fischer in an attack recorded by the doorbell camera of a nearby home.
The pooches, Koji and Gustav, were returned several days later by Jennifer McBride, who was also charged in the crime.
Fischer lost part of a lung in what he described as a "very close call with death."
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Another accomplice, Harold White, also pleaded no contest Monday. He will be sentenced next year.
Earlier this year, Jaylin White, Harold’s son, pleaded no contest to second-degree robbery and was sentenced to four years in state prison.
John Travolta pays tribute to ‘special’ Kirstie Alley after death: ‘I love you’
John Travolta paid tribute to Kirstie Alley on Monday following the news of her tragic death at the age of 71.
“Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I’ve ever had,” Travolta, 68, wrote on Instagram. “I love you Kirstie. I know we will see each other again.”
The actor — who also lost his wife, Kelly Preston, to cancer back in 2020 — followed up his tribute with a clip from “Look Who’s Talking” where he and Alley danced and shared a kiss.
Just minutes before, Alley’s two children — son William “True” Stevenson, 30, and daughter Lillie Price Stevenson, 28 — announced that their mother had “passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered.”
John Travolta reflected on his “amazing” relationship with Kirstie Alley following her death.
“She was surrounded by her closest family and fought with great strength, leaving us with a certainty of her never-ending joy of living and whatever adventures lie ahead,” the statement read.
Alley, who shared her children with ex-husband Parker Stevenson, was described as an “incredible, fierce and loving mother.”
“Our mother’s zest and passion for life, her children, grandchildren and her many animals, not to mention her eternal joy of creating, were unparalleled and leave us inspired to live life to the fullest just as she did.”
‘I love you’: John Travolta pays tribute to ‘special’ Kirstie Alley
Following the news of her death, other stars took to social media to send Alley’s family their best.
“This is such sad news. A beautiful, brave, funny and beloved woman. Rest in Peace, Kirstie Alley,” Megyn Kelly tweeted alongside the family’s original statement.
Alley died after a short battle with cancer.
“So sad about Kirstie Alley. She was so sweet. Sending love to her family. ❤️,” added Candace Owens.
Alley rose to fame in 1987 playing Rebecca Howe in the sitcom “Cheers.” She won an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe in 1991 for her role in the hit NBC show.
Jesse Williams Spotted on Date with Girlfriend Ciarra Pardo During Night Off From Broadway
Jesse Williams went on a date with his girlfriend Ciarra Pardo during his night off from Broadway!
The 41-year-old Grey’s Anatomy actor was seen attending a party with Ciarra on Monday night (December 5) in New York City.
Jesse also attended a special screening of the British drama film Living, hosted by Anna Wintour, that night at the Crosby Hotel. See those photos in the gallery!
It’s not clear how long Jesse has been dating Ciarra, but he’s definitely known her for a long time. She was referred to as his “longtime girlfriend” in court documents as part of his custody battle with ex-wife Aryn Drake-Lee back in February 2022, according to Radar Online.
Back in June, the couple was seen holding hands during a lunch date in NYC.
Jesse is currently starred in the return engagement of the play Take Me Out after earning a Tony nomination for his performance earlier this year.
Tory Lanez Faces Third Charge in Megan Thee Stallion Shooting Case
Tory Lanez is facing yet another charge in his Megan Thee Stallion.
The 30-year-old rapper is accused of shooting the 27-year-old “Savage” superstar during a roadside dispute after a party at Kylie Jenner‘s Hollywood home.
Prosecutors are now charging him with a third charge just as the trial is about to begin.
According to TMZ, court records show the new charge against Tory is felony negligent discharge of a firearm.
The previous two charges are of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, and carrying a loaded and unregistered firearm.
Tory pled not guilty in 2020, o the first 2 charges, denying Megan‘s claim that he shot her in the foot while they were in a vehicle together.
Tory was fitted for an ankle monitor and put on house arrest until the trial starts. Jury selection has begun, and opening statements are set for next week according to the report.
Cedric The Entertainer Believes ‘Alpha Males’ Steve Harvey And Bernie Mac’s Feud Contributed To There Never Being An ‘Original Kings Of Comedy’ Sequel
Cedric The Entertainer is opening up on what he believes are some of the reasons why a follow-up to 2000’s “The Original Kings of Comedy” never came to light. The Spike Lee-directed stand-up special starring Cedric, as well as D.L. Hughley, Bernie Mac, and Stevie Harvey became a huge success at the box office, before going on to spawn multiple spin-offs but, surprisingly enough, never a sequel.
During a recent sit-down on Shannon Sharpe’s podcast, “Club Shay Shay,” Cedric was asked about the controversy that the movie was plagued by, with long-standing claims that Bernie and Steve didn’t get along with each other during filming. The tension between them is now said to be what ultimately contributed to the four-piece never getting back together for a second run.
“I mean, you know, they were the kind of guys that… they both Alpha males. You know, like, they both, they just saw it different–you know what I’m saying? But, at the end of the day, they was able to get through it,” he said. While Cedric thinks that Steve and Bernies’ issues may have perhaps added to a sequel never materializing, he also thinks “that it had a lot to do with the promoter on the thing because he got a bigger head than all of us.”
In his own words, the promoter who put the comedy tour together started to think the entire production “was about him,” alluding that the money side of things was not aligned when seeing just how much certain people had earned from the stand-up.
“The dude that put us all together started to really think it was about him. So, it started to be that. So, it was a lot of those kinds of elements.”
Steve and Bernie’s feud is believed to have started back in 2003 when the latter did an interview for GQ Magazine, where he asserted that the 65-year-old had become jealous of his fellow comedian’s rise to fame. He further claimed how Steve had allegedly tried to stop his bag by preventing certain movie deals from reaching him after his breakthrough success in comedy.
It would be seven years before Steve would address the topic — particularly Bernie’s statement in the GQ interview — insisting that the things said about him trying to prevent anyone from a movie deal was false. “I was upset at first because it just wasn’t true,” Steve said during on BET’s “Conversations with Ed Gordon” in 2010. “Me and Bernie had a lot of good times together and then this article in GQ came out and put all this vicious stuff in there. B said he never said it. I had to take him at his word for it.”
A$AP Rocky Says ‘It’s Lit’ as He Opens Up About ‘Newfound Love’ of Being a Dad
Rapper A$AP Rocky is “all smiles right now” as he embarks on the latest journey in his life: fatherhood. The Harlem native welcomed his first child with his girlfriend and Grammy Award-winning singer Rihanna last May.
During a recent conversation with Complex, the 34-year-old opened up about being a father amid his return to music, telling the outlet, “It’s beautiful.” He added, “Honestly, I think fatherhood gives me more time to do exactly what I want. I don’t have time for anything that isn’t priorities. It helps you prioritize, honestly. I love it. Everything is just based around my newfound love for being a dad and a family man.”
The “Sh–in’ Me” emcee continued, “It’s lit right now. I can’t even describe it. Yo, you see this smile! I’m all smiles right now, man.” Little is known about the couple’s son, but the rapper assured fans that “it’s coming soon.”
Rocky and Rihanna shut down the internet earlier this year with their winter-inspired photo shoot in Rocky’s hometown. The “Umbrella” singer sported a cute long pink jacket, but she left the outerwear unbuttoned at the bottom, revealing her glowing bump showered with a gold cross with an assortment of colorful jewels.
In a March interview with Elle magazine, the Barbadian billionaire gushed about the type of mother she saw herself as, pointing to Bravo stars and moms Heather Dubrow and Teresa Giudice from the network’s “Real Housewives” franchise.
The 34-year-old shared that she likes Dubrow because she is so “chic” and allowed her children to “be who they are.” The entertainment mogul also cited Giudice from the New Jersey-based series noting she “does not play about her kids. She will flatten you about those kids. And that resonates with me a lot because I feel like that’s the type of mom I’m going to be. Psycho about it.”
The Fenty Beauty creator actually admitted that she might even be more extreme than the reality show influencer, teasingly telling the outlet, “You talk about my kids, it’s over.”
Netflix CEO Stands with Dave Chappelle, Says Platform Would Order More Specials ‘Again and Again’ Following Outrage
If Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings has his way, Dave Chappelle will remain a staple on Netflix with many more specials in the future.
Chappelle’s 2021 Netflix special “The Closer” generated a huge backlash against the streaming giant after the controversial comedian made remarks about transgender people. While the project garnered Chappelle two Primetime Emmy nominations, it sparked threats of boycotts from employees as many demanded the actor be held accountable. However, Hastings says they’re prepared to order more Chappelle specials “again and again.”
Hasting recently made the admission at The New York Times’ DealBook Summit on Wednesday, telling reporters, “We’re just trying to be the most exciting entertainment company and more,” when it comes to how they’ve handled controversy in recent years, before adding, “That special was one of the most entertaining watch specials we’ve ever had. We would do it again and again.”
“The Closer” served as the final special per Chappelle’s agreement with the streaming giant. Hastings described the comedian as “very entertaining and provocative,” noting that he aligns with Netflix’s overall goal of being “about entertainment.” Co-CEO Ted Saranados made a similar statement following the show’s October 2021 release after many called for it to be removed from streaming services.
However, Saranados later sent out an email stating that not only would they not remove the show, but he also doubled down on his defense of Chappelle while acknowledging that many didn’t agree with his views on the comedian. “We know that a number of you have been left angry, disappointed, and hurt by our decision to put Dave Chappelle’s latest special on Netflix,” he wrote at the time.
“Also, we have many new colleagues who want to better understand the principles that guide our team’s content choices, especially with challenging titles like this. Our goal is to entertain the world, which means programming for a diversity of tastes. This member-centric view has driven our growth over the last 20 years, despite all the competition, and remains Netflix’s north star today,” he added.
Though he later admitted fault for his initial response to employees, the co-CEO has maintained his support of the star, “Rarely do you get the opportunity to put your principles to the test,” the exec said earlier this year.
He added, “It was an opportunity to take somebody, like in Dave’s case, who is, by all measure, the comedian of our generation, the most popular comedian on Netflix for sure. Nobody would say that what he does isn’t thoughtful or smart. You just don’t agree with him.”
Michael Avenatti Receives 14-Year Prison Sentence After Stealing Millions From Clients
The hits just keep coming for disbarred attorney Michael Avenatti.
The Associated Press reports Avenatti was sentenced to 14 years in prison for wire fraud and endeavoring to obstruct the administration of the Interal Revenue Service on Monday. He has been ordered to pay nearly $11 million in restitution to his former clients, as well as the IRS.
As part of his guilty plea earlier this year, Avenatti admitted to stealing millions from four of his clients, but insisted the amount was “drastically less” than the $9 million claimed by federal prosecutors. He was accused of negotiating settlements for his clients and lying about the terms of their agreement. After receiving a payment, Avenatti would transfer the money into his own accounts before telling clients he had not received anything.
“Michael Avenatti was a corrupt lawyer who claimed he was fighting for the little guy. In fact, he only cared about his own selfish interests,” U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada said in a statement in response to his sentencing. “He stole millions of dollars from his clients—all to finance his extravagant lifestyle that included a private jet and race cars. As a result of his illegal acts, he has lost his right to practice law in California, and now he will serve a richly deserved prison sentence.”
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Avenatti will begin his 14-year sentence once he completes four years behind bars for pocketing almost $300,000 owed to adult film actress Stormy Daniels as part of her Full Disclosure book deal.
Gladys Knight to Produce Series About Her Life
*Gladys Knight has reportedly teamed up with Cineflix Productions to executive produce a series about her life and legendary career.
The music icon is developing the project through her Empress of Soul Productions banner, Deadline reports. The outlet writes that the series “could run similar to The Crown, taking on different periods of Knight’s life.”
Cineflix Productions previously worked with Smokey Robinson on the Lifetime movie “Miracle in Motor City.”
Gladys Knight and The Pips signed with Berry Gordy’s Motown label in 1966 and would go on to release a slew of hits including “Neither One Of Us (Wants To Be The First To Say Goodbye).” When the group signed with Buddah Records, they recorded the chart-toppers “Midnight Train to Georgia” and “I’ve Got To Use My Imagination.”
Bill Cosby Slammed With New Sexual Abuse Lawsuit In New York
Trigger warning: This article includes graphic details of sexual assault.
Despite Bill Cosby’s 2018 sexual assault conviction getting overturned by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court back in June 2021, the disgraced comedian is now facing a new sexual abuse lawsuit in New York.
Five women are accusing Cosby of groping, raping, and drugging them in separate instances dating as far back as 1969, and into the ’80s and ’90s. Rolling Stone reports that the lawsuit was filed by Lili Bernard, Eden Tirl, Jewel Gittens, Jennifer Thompson, and Cindra Ladd with all the women stating they were “sexually assaulted and battered” by the actor-producer.
The new complaint was filed under New York’s new Adult Survivors Act, which suspends the statute of limitations of sexual assault cases for one year. NBC Universal Media, Kaufman Astoria Studios, and the Carsey-Werner Company have also been named as co-defendants for failing to protect and intervene on the women’s behalf.
“This is an important step toward holding Bill Cosby and his enablers accountable for their actions and finding some measure of justice for the women they have harmed. We are thankful for the plaintiffs in this lawsuit and other similarly situated women for their bravery in facing their abusers,” said Jordan Rutsky, the plaintiffs’ attorney, in a statement.
“Unwilling to accept that Actor & Comedian Bill Cosby was vindicated by the PA State Supreme Court almost 1 year and 6 months ago a pack of 5 old alleged accusers have resurfaced to file a frivolous civil lawsuit against Mr. Cosby in the Supreme Court of the State of New York County New York,“ he expressed. “For the record, these alleged accusers were once represented by Ms. Allred and was apart of parade of accusers back in 2014 thru 2016. As we have always stated and now America see that this isn’t about justice for victims of alleged sexual assault but it’s ALL ABOUT MONEY. We believe that the courts as well as the court of public opinion will follow the rules of law and relieve Mr. Cosby of these alleged accusations. Mr. Cosby continues to vehemently deny all allegation waged against him and looks forward to defending himself in court.”
Bernard, who is suing Cosby in both New York and New Jersey, claimed that during one alleged assault, “Bill Cosby covered her mouth with his hand and then smothered her entire face with a pillow until Ms. Bernard lost consciousness again.“ She also detailed multiple alleged attacks across various locations including on the set of The Cosby Show, A Different World, and at his home.
Ladd, who alleged she was raped by Cosby in 1969, stated “[he] vaginally raped her without her consent while she was blacked out, including his semen on and between her legs.”
Gittens claimed she was drugged in his Manhattan home in the late eighties, and that Cosby “reached under [her] skirt and anally penetrated her with his finger without her consent.”
Back in March, it was confirmed that the conviction overture will not be appealed. Cosby was, however, found guilty in June of sexually assaulting a minor in 1975. Cosby was ordered to pay $500,000 in damages with no jail time.
Accused Club Q Shooter Faces 305 Criminal Charges
The man allegedly behind the Colorado Club Q shooting has been formally charged with 305 counts, including charges of first-degree murder, assault, and bias-motivated crimes.
Anderson Lee Aldrich, who identifies as non-binary and is accused of injuring 22 and killing 5, appeared in court Tuesday in El Paso County court. Prosecutors confirmed that the charges had been formally filed.
The shooting took place at the LGBTQ nightclub in Colorado Springs last month. Aldrich was reportedly beaten by club patrons who helped end the attack.
During his previous court appearance in November, Aldrich’s face was heavily bruised and he slurred his words when speaking, The Denver Post reported.
Initially, he was held on suspicion of five counts of first-degree murder and five hate-crime charges. As of Tuesday, those charges have totaled 305 counts that include first-degree murder and bias-motivated crime causing bodily injury.
The five people killed were Daniel Aston, Kelly Loving, Ashley Paugh, Derrick Rump, and Raymond Green Vance. Police said another 17 people suffered gunshot wounds.
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