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7/11/18

The Daily Buzz For July 12 ☕📰☕


Minnesota Lynx star Maya Moore is first woman on SLAM cover in 20 years
SLAM Magazine, which describes itself as “the basketball Bible,” has Lynx star Maya Moore on the cover of its most recent edition.
Two things about that:
1. Moore is the first woman on the cover since 1998 and just the second woman on the cover ever (Chamique Holdsclaw is the other). The first instinct is to wonder what took SLAM so long and to wonder why more women’s basketball players haven’t graced the cover in the meantime as the sport has grown dramatically in the last two decades.

2. If a women’s basketball player was going to break that string, though, it absolutely needed to be Moore. She’s won at every level — college, overseas, WNBA and Olympics — and is the most iconic player of this generation (if not of all-time).

Local author Steve Marsh’s story is worth a read, too, nicely weaving together her basketball beginning, her faith, her legacy and her relationship with her mother. A snippet:

But basketball role models aside, it was Maya’s mom Kathryn Moore who drove her to basketball greatness, literally if not figuratively. When Maya was 11, the two of them moved from Jefferson City, MO, to Atlanta. “Went to four different middle schools,” she remembers. “So along with my faith and my mom, basketball was my constant.” But when I bring up my theory about a crazy dedicated parent being behind almost every crazy dedicated athlete—at that middle school age, I opined, most kids just don’t realize what it takes to be great—and ask her if it was her mom who pushed her, Maya sort of demurs and points at herself. “I was a kid who loved to play,” she says, “which is the beautiful part of my story.”


Papa John's founder John Schnatter apologizes for using N-word on conference call
John Schnatter used the racial slur during a conference call in May.
Papa John's founder and chairman John Schnatter apologized on Wednesday for using the N-word in a conference call in May, admitting that he had used "inappropriate and hurtful language."

"Regardless of the context, I apologize," Schnatter said in an email to Forbes, which first reported the remarks Wednesday. "Simply stated, racism has no place in our society."
According to Forbes, Schnatter made the remark in a call with Papa John’s executives and the marketing agency Laundry Service on how to prevent negative public relations incidents.
When asked how he would keep his distance from online racists, Schnatter said that “Colonel Sanders called blacks n-----s,” and that he never faced criticism for it.

Schnatter also said when he was growing up in Indiana, people dragged African-Americans from trucks until they died.
After learning of Schnatter’s comments, Laundry Service owner, Casey Wasserman, ended its relationship with Papa John’s, Forbes reported. In an email to NBC News, a spokesperson for Wasserman refused to confirm that, saying the company had no comment.

Papa John’s condemned Schnatter's remarks, saying the company was “built on a foundation of mutual respect and acceptance.“
"We are committed to maintaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace for all of our corporate and franchise employees,” the company said in a statement to NBC News. “We take great pride in the diversity of the Papa John’s family, though diversity and inclusion is an area where we will continue to strive to do better."

Shares for the company fell nearly 5 percent after the reports Wednesday. The company is down 13 percent so far this year.
Schnatter also resigned as vice chairman from the University of Louisville Board of Trustees Wednesday. Chairman J. David Grissom said he spoke with Schnatter and said his comments were inappropriate, but “do not reflect his personal beliefs or values.”

“No member of the board of trustees condones racism or insensitive language regardless of the setting,” he said in an email to NBC News. “The University of Louisville embraces and celebrates diversity and is a supporter of all its students and stakeholders regardless as to their identity. The board appreciates his 2 years of service and thanks him for his generous support for so many years.”

The university also posted a statement on its official Twitter account.
In 2017, Schnatter resigned as CEO of the pizza chain nearly two months after he said that the controversy over NFL players' protesting during the national anthem was “polarizing the customer," and "polarizing the country.” The company, which had a sponsorship with the NFL, apologized for Schnatter’s remarks in a series of tweets.
“We believe in the right to protest inequality and support the players’ movement to create a new platform for change,” the company said.

The NFL and Papa John’s agreed to end the sponsorship in February.


#RHoA: Cynthia Bailey Drools About the Secret New Man in Her Life at Essence Fest
Cynthia Bailey is preparing to be an empty-nester, with her only daughter heading off to college this fall, but she might not be alone for long.
A year after her divorce from Peter Thomas, the 51-year-old Real Housewives of Atlanta star reveals she’s happily seeing someone new, and she is finally ready to get serious again.

“I definitely want to date exclusively now — just one guy,” she tells PEOPLE, speaking at Essence Fest on Sunday, where she attended McDonalds’ annual #365Black Awards and spoke about black entrepreneurship. She continued, “I’ve recently met someone who I really like. I am looking forward to seeing where things go.”

After splitting with Thomas in 2017 and briefly dating Will Jones, Bailey feels more open than ever to romantic commitment.
“When I first got divorced I was pretty closed,” Bailey says. “The door was closed to marriage, and the door has opened itself back up. I’m not kicking it open but it ain’t closed.”
Even though she has moved on, there is no bad blood with her most recent ex, Jones.

“Things didn’t work out for us, but I think he’s an amazing guy,” she says. “I have a lot of respect for him and wish him nothing but the best.”

Her relationship with Jones suffered when the two went public, so Bailey says she wants to make sure the “foundation” is solid with her new guy this time around.
While her love life seems under control, Bailey’s emotional energy is spent preparing for her daughter Noelle’s departure.
“It’s like a happy sad,” Bailey says of Noelle’s upcoming move to Howard University. “She’s my one and only so I’m very invested and emotional with all things Noelle. She is the wind beneath my wings.”
Bailey, who was part of McDonalds #365Black celebration at Essence Fest – and even passed out hot fries to festival goers – says she has a number of entrepreneurial projects to keep her busy, including running her Cynthia Bailey sunglasses line.

She’ll be sharing her empty-nester journey and updates on her love life with viewers on the next season of Real Housewives of Atlanta.


#Empire: Felicia D. Henderson Inks Overall Deal at 20th TV, Joins 'Empire' as a consulting producer
(THR) The multiyear deal will see her developing family dramas, comedies and adapting graphic novels.
Matthew Jordan Smith
The multiyear deal will see her developing family dramas, comedies and adapting graphic novels.
20th Century Fox Television’s doors remain open for new business.

In a competitive situation, the studio has signed a multiyear, multimillion-dollar overall deal with Soul Food creator Felicia D. Henderson. As part of the pact, she will develop new projects for 20th TV as well as join the company's juggernaut, Empire, as a consulting producer for its fifth season.

Henderson comes to 20th with a lengthy résumé and a proven ability to move fluidly from genre to genre, be it muscular-supernatural-action, character-driven dramas or half-hour comedies. She also has a long history of writing comic books, with a catalog that includes Teen Titans, Justice Society of America and Static Shock for DC Comics.

Most recently, Henderson spent two years as a co-executive producer on Netflix’s Marvel drama The Punisher. In addition to Soul Food, Showtime’s longest-running African-American-themed drama series, she also wrote on Gossip Girl and 20th's own Fringe. She began her TV writing career in comedy, working on such half-hour hits as Everybody Hates Chris, The Fresh Prince of Bel Air and Family Matters. 

Henderson singled out 20th TV’s development chief Terrence Carter, who recently moved over from the network and long has been intimately involved in Empire, as a major draw. "I've wanted to work with Terence Carter and his colleagues for a long time," she said Tuesday in a statement. “I’m excited about creating family dramas, adapting graphic novels and I still love writing comedy. I shared all of that with Terence and his drama and comedy development teams and they said, 'Let's go!' It feels great to find a home that’s extremely supportive of everything I'm passionate about."

20th TV’s president of creative affairs Jonnie Davis was similarly effusive: "Felicia is a wildly talented writing-producing-directing triple threat, who Terence and our development team have been captivated by for years, and we are thrilled to bring her into the studio’s fold. Writing on some of the most notable '90s classics to her more powerful contemporary work reflecting our times, she seamlessly genre hops between sci-fi, drama, comedy and even comic book writing. We couldn’t be happier to add her to our bench of all-stars."

The move comes as the studio's own future is far from clear, since it is among the assets the Murdochs intend to sell off. Still, that aforementioned bench of all-stars includes heavyweights like Empire’s newly re-upped Lee Daniels, This Is Us’ Dan Fogelman and Phil Lord & Chris Miller; while others, like Seth MacFarlane and Modern Family’s Steve Levitan, are taking a wait-and-see approach to their futures at the studio. 

Henderson’s longtime manager, Darryl Taja, will serve as her producing partner as the pair looks to build out her WaterWalk Entertainment banner. Henderson is repped by UTA and attorney Mark Stankevich.


#MusicBox: WATCH PJ Morton Performs Soothing ‘Gumbo’ Medley For NPR ‘Tiny Desk’
R&B singer-songwriter, PJ Morton joined NPR’s Tiny Desk family on Monday (July 2) with a soulful, live performance of his solo hits.
Morton – who is also recognized as a member of Maroon 5 – performed alongside a 10-piece string section and backup singer as he played the keys. “So many people didn’t want me to be myself, you know. But I I decided that I was going to be PJ no matter what, no matter what people told me or tried to get me to do,” he said, before for kicking things off with his 2017 single, “Claustrophobic.”

Morton ran through a soothing selection of tracks, including “Go Thru Your Phone” and “First Began,” both songs from his Grammy-nominated and first self-released studio album, Gumbo.

Before the premiere of his NPR session, PJ Morton shared a series of video clips, showcasing his instrumental, vocal abilities and excitement for his debut on the popular video series.

Watch PJ Morton’s full Tiny Desk performance in the video above as well as the live and unplugged version of his latest album below.

WATCH HERE



#HipHopBabyNews: Congrats! Cardi B and Offset Welcome Daughter Kulture Kiari
Cardi B (whose real name is Belcalis Almanzar) and husband Offset of Migos welcomed their first child together, daughter Kulture Kiari Cephus, on Tuesday, July 10, Cardi B announced on Instagram Wednesday alongside a nude maternity photo.
The baby girl is the first child for Cardi B and the fourth for Offset (birth name Kiari Cephus), who has three children from previous relationships.


#ThailandCaveRescue: First footage emerges of boys in hospital
The first footage has emerged from the hospital where 12 Thai boys and their coach are being treated after their dramatic rescue from a flooded cave.
Several boys can be seen in facemasks and hospital gowns, at least one giving a victory sign for the camera.

Meanwhile, reports say the boys and the coach were sedated to stop them panicking during the dangerous rescue.

The Thai Navy Seals also released new video showing the three-day rescue operation that captivated the world.
Sources in the rescue operation, including divers who took part, told the BBC that the boys were heavily sedated ahead of the rescue to prevent them panicking in the dark, narrow, underwater passageways.

They were then strapped to one of two rescue divers tasked with shepherding each of them through the underwater parts of the system, and bundled into stretchers to be carried through the dry parts.
There were conflicting reports in the hours after the rescue about the extent to which the boys had been medicated before they were brought out.

The Thai prime minister on Tuesday denied reports that they had been sedated, saying the boys were given only light anti-anxiety medication commonly provided to soldiers.
But several sources have since confirmed that the boys were only partially conscious as they were brought out.
'A tiny bit of hope'
Earlier on Wednesday, the head of the Thai Navy Seals told the BBC that "hope became reality" with the successful rescue of the boys and their coach from the Tham Luang cave.
"We had a little bit of hope that they might still be alive but we had to do it, we just had to move forward," Rear Adm Arpakorn Yuukongkaew said. "There was only a tiny bit of hope, but that's all we had to work with."
The group was trapped in the cave by rising water and rescued in a dramatic operation that captivated the world.

The complex, three-day rescue saw four boys emerge on Sunday, four on Monday, and the final four boys plus their coach on Tuesday. They survived the nine days before they were found by drinking water dripping from the cave walls, officials said.

All 13 are now in hospital in Chiang Rai city and receiving medical and psychological assistance, but recovering well.
All of the boys lost weight during their ordeal and will remain in hospital for a week, followed by a week's recuperation at home. Public health ministry officials said the first group were all eating normal food and the second group would be put on normal food as of Wednesday.

The third group evacuated on Tuesday are undergoing the same medical check-ups as the first two groups but appeared to also be in good health. There are no cases of serious infections.
The first four boys have already been visited by their families, officials said, and the second group will also be allowed to receive visitors later on Wednesday.


Selena Gomez Wears "Only the Strong Survive" Shirt as a response to Justin Bieber's Engagement!
Selena Gomez was all smiles as she stepped out in New York City on Tuesday. The 25-year-old "Wolves" singer, sporting long hair, was spotted sharing a laugh with pals in the Big Apple. For the outing in the city, Gomez wore gray sweatpants, white sneakers and a black Storets T-shirt with "only the strong survive" written on it.

This sighting of Gomez comes just days after her ex-boyfriend, Justin Bieber, became engaged to Hailey Baldwin. The 24-year-old "Baby" singer proposed to the 21-year-old model on Saturday night while on vacation in the Bahamas. Gomez was asked about the couple's engagement by photographers while out in NYC on Tuesday, but she didn't respond and ignored the question.
Gomez and Bieber dated on and off since 2010, most recently calling it quits in March. After news broke of Bieber and Baldwin's engagement over the weekend, Gomez was spotted enjoying herself on a yacht with her BFFs.

"Selena was surprised an engagement happened this quickly but not surprised Justin would do something like this knowing who he is. At the end of the day though she doesn't really care," one source said. "Selena is totally over him. She had tried again to make it work that last time and it didn't work out."



World Cup 2018 Final Will be France vs. Croatia! As England Loses to Croatia!
The 2018 FIFA World Cup final is set. France and Croatia will play for all the glory Sunday. Third and fourth places will be determined on Saturday when England faces Belgium.

Croatia has never appeared in a World Cup final. France last won the title in 1998 when they beat Brazil 3-0 in a World Cup they hosted.
Croatia went undefeated in Group D, including a convincing 3-0 hammering of Argentina, then beat both Spain and Russia in matches that lasted 2 hours each and both went to penalty kicks. Their semi-final victory against England also needed two periods of extra time. But they won it without the need for penalty kicks.
It took two overtimes, but Croatia get a go-ahead goal in the 109th minute. Croatia will advance to face France in the World Cup final Sunday. England meets Belgium to determine third place.

England was runner-up to Belgium in Group G. Since advancing, England beat Colombia on penalty kicks and knocked off Sweden in the quarterfinals. Harry Kane has 6 goals for England and is looking a sure bet for the Golden Boot Award.


Alexia Jones Accuses Russell Simmons Of Rape, Says She’s Forgiven Him & Will Not Sue
DANG,  Russell Simmons is facing another rape accusation.
Alexia Norton Jones claims the Hip Hop mogul raped her in his Manhattan apartment after a date in November 1990.
Jones, who was a 31-year-old writer, model and performing artist when the alleged assault took place said, “It was such a fast attack.”

She added, “I remember being pushed up against a wall. He pulled my dress up. I must have said no seven to 10 times, and then I acquiesced.”

After the alleged assault, Russell still called Alexia. “When I saw him out after that, I wouldn’t even look him in the eyes,” Jones said. “I thought he was garbage. But he still had the compunction to call me. I became very depressed. It eroded my self-esteem. This is the worst message that it sends, that somebody could in a different circumstance like you but think you are worthless. And he can just take it from you. It’s like the murder of the soul.”

Last spring, Alexia tried to file a report with the New York Police Department, but her case exceeded the statue of limitations.
She now says she has forgiven Russell for the alleged assault and she has no plans of suing him.
Alexia Norton Jones says she is sharing her story to stand with the other women who have accused Russell Simmons of rape.

Russ released the following statement:
At no time did she share these feelings about her first sexual encounter with me, which took place roughly 28 years ago. I have taken multiple lie detector tests that affirm I never sexually assaulted anyone.
Alexia and I dated, were intimate and attended multiple events together after she alleges the incident occurred in 1990. I considered her a friend for all these years and continue to have a warm relationship with members of her family.
I believe we last spoke in 2006 when she called to express her disappointment over the fact that I had not attended an event honoring her father.

Read the full story at Variety.


LeSean McCoy Responds! Claims Abuse Allegations Are “Completely False” 
All may not be what it seems, at least according to Lesean McCoy…
Earlier on Tuesday, news hit social media that McCoy had viciously attacked his girlfriend Delicia Cordon. But now the story has taken a completely turn with third-party involvement and Lesean claiming his innocence.

In his own IG post, the Buffalo Bills running back called the claims “baseless and offensive”, while proclaiming the allegations are “completely false”.
In addition, TMZ reports that the attack on Cordon actually happened during a home invasion in which she was hit in the head and locked in a bathroom. Apparently, Delicia was specifically target in the burglary at Lesean’s home with that assailant demanding certain items from the fashion designer.
Although, McCoy has proclaimed his innocence, Delicia’s friends and family still believe his was involved and possibly orchestrated the entire attack.


Paul Reiser On ‘Mad About You’ Revival: “It Likely Won’t Happen”
Not good news for fans who have been hoping for a revival of hit ’90s sitcom Mad About You. Original series co-creator and star Paul Reiser says he’s not optimistic it will happen.

“It’s kind of stuck in the business end of it now,” Reiser told the Tampa Bay Times. “Sony is trying to figure out from their end; that’s where I just walk away and go, call me when you figure it out. I don’t know what happens at that level. They make their deals with whoever they make their deals with. So we’ll see if it happens. It may not happen. It likely won’t happen. My guess is it won’t happen.”

The reboot had been looking promising, with Sony Pictures TV tapping top comedy showrunner Peter Tolan, to write and showrun the revival and original series stars Reiser and Helen Hunt closing deals to reprise their roles.

The new installment would pick up 20 years after we last Paul (Reiser) and Jamie (Hunt), with the couple navigating their marriage, going through the trials of middle age and dealing with their unpredictable, hard-to-control daughter Mabel.
“We signed up, and then it’s gotten stuck in the business end of it,” Reiser told the Tampa Bay Times. “It’s like, ‘You know, guys, I was very happy not doing it for 20 years, and then you invited us back. And now if you can’t make it happen, it’s not a big deal.’ Things happen, they don’t happen. There’s so many moving parts when you’re working with a studio or broadcaster.”

Mad About You, co-created by Reiser and Danny Jacobson, ran seven seasons from 1992 to 1999 on NBC and won multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Awards. Sony TV also produced a Mad About You adaptation in China.


Desus and Mero Say Vice Abruptly Ended Their Contract since they’ve signed with Showtime!
Trust that any interview that begins with “can I just be messy off the rip right now?” is going to be brimming with piping hot tea, particularly when it’s a Bossip exclusive. Desus and Mero recently chatted with the drama site to talk about leaving their viral Viceland show behind for a new late-night series at Showtime. Except, according to the two comedians, they technically didn’t get a chance to leave at all — Vice allegedly cut them loose when the company caught wind of the Showtime news. “Vice has us for 2 more months. We did not leave Vice, Vice ended our contract. They were in their feelings because we were leaving,” Desus says. “We could still be doing the show.” Mero’s read on their sudden divorce from Vice: “Don’t cut off your nose to spite your face.”

Both hosts say Vice’s demands became overwhelming to the point of exploitation, prompting them to seek another network. “Viceland wanted 160 episodes a year,” Desus says. “We have no writers, it’s literally me and Mero talking to one another every day. If you want us to do this for 160 episodes, pay us 160 million dollars — otherwise we would have killed each other.” He claims the network begged them to work without vacation time for fear of a ratings plunge: “The channel wanted us to die for this fucking network. We’re also the highest rated show on the network, put some respect on our name, have someone come massage my feet.” Mero adds, “We were literally the LeBron of that network.” Though Mero clarifies, “And we are not divas, we’re flexible dudes. They kinda undervalued us a little bit.” Desus interjects, “Not even a little bit, straight up.”

And now they’re headed to Showtime who will treat them better!


Ava DuVernay and Benedict Cumberbatch have been Named PETA's Most Beautiful Vegans of 2018
PETA has named their Most Beautiful Vegan Celebrities of 2018 – Benedict Cumberbatch and Ava DuVernay!

“Ava DuVernay and Benedict Cumberbatch are saving animals not only by going vegan but also by sharing their commitment with the world. The vegan powerhouses behind Selma and Doctor Strange, respectfully, beautifully show what it means to be a compassionate star in 2018,” PETA Senior Vice President Lisa Lange said in a statement.

Past winners of the honor include Jhené Aiko, André 3000, Russell Brand, Jessica Chastain, Miley Cyrus, Jenna Dewan, Liam Hemsworth, Jared Leto, Leona Lewis, Tobey Maguire, Ellen Page, Natalie Portman, Maggie Q, Ruby Rose, Alicia Silverstone, Shania Twain, Carrie Underwood, and Kristen Wiig.


The First Pic of This Is Us Season 3 Is OUT and is Good News for One Character
Production on Season 3 of This Is Us began Tuesday in Los Angeles, and show creator Dan Fogelman is already tweeting sneak peeks of the feel-good family action. The first photo is of one of the camera monitors revealing Randall (Sterling K. Brown) and Beth (Susan Kelechi Watson) in a moment of celebration. See? Watson wasn't lying that Beth is alright. Everyone can take a sigh of relief.
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We don't know yet exactly when Season 3 of This Is Us will pick up with the Pearsons, but it looks like the first scene might be a little while after (or before) Kate's (Chrissy Metz) wedding if Beth and Randall are jubilant instead of freaking out about their ruined car.

Their co-star Mandy Moore told TV Guide that Season 3 will be the show's most ambitious yet and will feature stand-out episodes for both Beth and Toby (Chris Sullivan). The season will also explore Jack's (Milo Ventimiglia) time in Vietnam as well as what his relationship with Rebecca was like before they had the Big 3.

This Is Us returns Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 9/8c on NBC.


Starbucks: Goodbye, Plastic Straws will be NO MORE by 2020!
Starbucks announced on Monday it plans to eliminate plastic straws from its 28,000 stores worldwide by 2020.
The company will broaden the manufacture and use of what some in social media have dubbed the "adult sippy cup." It's a plastic strawless lid that will come to replace single-use plastic straws that now inundate its coffee shops.

The company says the move, when fully implemented, could mean a billion fewer plastic straws across its stores each year. And it's a part of Starbucks' $10 million investment in creating recyclable and compostable cups around the world.

The strawless lid has already been in use at many of the company's stores for certain kinds of cold drinks like cold foam and "draft nitro," the coffee drink that comes out of a keg, mixed with nitrogen. Unlike straws, the new lid can be recycled, the company said.
"For our partners and customers, this is a significant milestone to achieve our global aspiration of sustainable coffee, served to our customers in more sustainable ways," Kevin Johnson, president and chief executive officer for Starbucks, said in a statement.
Starbucks' headquarters are in Seattle, where a ban on plastic straws just kicked in.

Other chains are also experimenting with getting rid of straws. In June, McDonald's announced it would start phasing out plastic straws at about 1,300 restaurants in the United Kingdom and Ireland.


Cissy Houston Addresses Whitney Houston Molestation Claims
Whitney Houston’s mother Cissy Houston is taking issue with claims that her superstar daughter was molested as a child by her cousin, Dee Dee Warwick.

The accusations come from a new documentary, “Whitney,” which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival back in May, focused on the life of late pop star Whitney Houston. Cissy Houston, 84, told People magazine that she only found out about the claims two days before the film’s debut.

Cissy Houston denies that claim in a joint statement with her niece Dionne Warwick to People magazine.

“We cannot, however, overstate the shock and horror we feel and the difficulty we have believing that my niece Dee Dee Warwick (Dionne’s sister) molested two of my three children,” the statement read in part. “I spent many years in recording studios (sometimes with Dionne and/or Dee Dee) where I earned my living. I also went ‘on the road’ with my group The Sweet Inspirations to try to help provide a good life for my family BUT my children always came first in my heart and in my life.”

“When I was away they did not stay with four or five different families; they stayed at home where their longtime babysitter, Phyllis, or my dear friend Bae or their father took care of them. In all the years I traveled Dee Dee, who was 21 years older than Whitney, NEVER BABYSAT for them,” Cissy Houston and Dionne Warwick said in the statement.

“Dee Dee may have had her personal challenges but the idea that she would have molested my children is overwhelming and for us unfathomable,” the statement continued. “Neither I, Dionne, nor my son Michael who was very close to his sister, and in the film is VERY candid about their drug use, has ever heard these allegations; we have never heard anything remotely connected to the crimes charged against Dee Dee in the film. How can that be fair to my daughter, to Dee Dee, or to our family?”

The joint statement concluded, “After people have seen the film they will draw their own conclusions and we are not trying to change that. We just want people to know there is another side. While the filmmakers certainly had the legal right to make this film, I wonder at the moral right.”


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7/10/18

The Daily Buzz For July 11 ☕📰☕


Taylor Swift Covers 'Harper's Bazaar'
Taylor Swift fronts the latest Harper's Bazaar looking like she's fresh off one of Saint Laurent's rock 'n' roll runways. Inside the issue, the country-star-turned-pop-sensation talks all things music with Pattie Boyd, a British model who was a muse to many musicians in the '70s. Get more HERE


#RHoA: Kenya Moore Is Pretty In Pink In New Pictures With Marc Daly
Lady in pink Kenya Moore is enjoying her pregnancy with her husband, Marc Daly, by her side.
The Real Housewives of Atlanta star and former beauty queen shared a few adorable pictures where she is enjoying a date night with Marc.

Kenya is wearing a pretty pink dress because her husband loves her in that color.
She looks radiant with a chic ponytail and gorgeous pieces of jewelry including her stunning wedding ring.
She captioned the photos: “DalyDateNight my hubby loves me in this color ❤ #twinning #winning #ThatsMrsDalyToYou #WeWantMooreDaly #babydaly.”

Many people claim that they cannot see Kenya’s baby bump and they are bringing back up the fake pregnancy rumors.

Her fans are defending her.

A mom explained: “Any woman that’s has been pregnant knows she’s with child because her face is swollen like a pregnant woman! So true! If anyone deserves a baby, it’s Kenya Moore! Kenya, there are so many ppl that are behind you that just want u to win! Mama, u are going to be the best mother ever. Black Barbie and her Knight in shining black armor…so happy for you mama!”

This supporter shared her personal experience by writing: “Not everybody gains 90 pounds in the first two trimesters of pregnancy! You miserable Betty’s need to have a seat! Go ahead Kenya with your fit pregnancy! I didn’t start to show till 5 months so everybody that’s asking chill out. Every woman is different. You can look at her boobs and tell she prego. Lots of women don’t change their name celebrities or not. I know people who have been married for years a nod still use their given names. That is so irrelevant…you must really dislike her. Wow…let her live.”

Well is she, or isn’t she?


#MusicNews: Jeffrey Osborne Proves R&B Never Fades With New Album Worth It All
It’s been 13 years since the R&B world has had a taste of the musical stylings of Jeffrey Osborne. Now, after a brief trek into the genre of Jazz, Osborne is back with his trademark ballads.

What he did was come with a 12-song album, Worth It All, via Artistry Music. On the album, Jeffrey Osborne, 70, uses the music to reflect his 35-plus years of marriage. For the project, Osborne, who penned all the tracks, tapped such special guests as Gerald Albright on saxophone and Rick Braun on trumpet. There’s also a rainy night scenario song entitled “Work It,” co-written by his son, Jeffrey Osborne, Jr. But this new collection isn’t just Osborne trademark love ballads, there are some edgy up-tempos such as “Let a Brotha Know,” “Just Can’t Stand It” and “Stay the Way You Are.”

“I wanted this to be a real heartfelt album. My strength is singing R&B ballads; I am known for ballads, so it kind of took on that flavor, but I wanted to explore different relationships,” says Osborne. And of course, as not to disappoint, there are the signature ballads such as “The Greatest Night” and “Your Lover.”

One standout track is the title track, “Worth it All,” which takes on the challenges of going through the ups and downs of a long-term relationship. “Love is worth putting out a few fires every now and then,” says Osborne. “This is what that song is about.”

LISTEN HERE
While this is Jeffrey Osborne’s first R&B CD in 13 years, he has steadily performed. In fact, he does more than 100 shows a year.


#HipHopNews: Rick Ross Sued For Allegedly Stealing "Maybach Music" Tagline
Rick Ross is being sued for allegedly copying his famous “Maybach Music” tagline from another rapper, according to TMZ.
Young Muhammad, whose real name is Ishaq R. Muhammad, claims he worked with Rozay on “Caprice Music,” a 2007 record on which Ross can be heard repeating the phrase. Muhammad claims this birthed the “Maybach Music” catchphrase the MMG boss has been using ever since — with no credit to him.

Ross released the JAY-Z-assisted “Maybach Music” in 2008 and launched his Maybach Music Group imprint in 2009, but Muhammad claims he trademarked “Caprice Music” in 2006.

In 2017, Muhammad threatened to sue Ross for intellectual property theft. Now, he’s followed through and also named Roc Nation in the suit. The case will go to small claims court since Muhammad is seeking a sum of $9,999.

Rozay and his team have yet to respond.


George Clooney ‘Recovering’ After Scooter Accident in Italy!
George Clooney has been released from an Italian hospital after being involved in a motor accident on Tuesday, July 10. The Oscar winner was thrown over the top of his scooter after being hit by a Mercedes while in Costa Corallina.
Clooney was doing 60 mph on his way to film his mini-series Catch-22 when a car suddenly pulled in front of him at 8:15 a.m. local time. He propelled over the car and his helmet hit the car’s windshield, cracking his helmet and shattering the glass.

“The driver immediately recognized he was responsible,” an Olbia police officer tells Us Weekly. “He turned the car without respecting the road laws. He was the first to call the emergency services and the police.” The driver was unharmed.

The 57-year-old star, meanwhile, suffered bruises and was transported to the Giovanni Paolo II hospital in an ambulance. His wife, British barrister Amal Clooney, rushed to the emergency room on learning the news and they later checked out at 10 a.m.
Clooney didn’t suffer any serious injuries, however, and will be monitored by hospital staff as an outpatient for the next 20 days. “George was treated and released from an Olbia hospital,” Clooney’s rep tells Us in a statement. “He is recovering at home and will be fine.”
Carabinieri officer Alberto Cicognani spoke to the actor following the incident. According to CNN, Clooney said that he was “fine” and that he would continue filming Catch-22 in a few days. He has been shooting the SKY TV show on the island for several weeks.
The Clooneys are renting in Sardinia this summer while the actor films nearby. (They also share a home at Lake Como with their 13-month-old twins, Alexander and Ella.)

The highway was briefly closed following the incident. Authorities are still investigating the situation.


Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy Accused of Beating Girlfriend, Child,and Dog
Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy has been accused of brutally beating his girlfriend and his son in a shocking Instagram post.\
The post appeared today on the personal page of a woman named Mia, who has been identified as the best friend of McCoy's girlfriend, Delicia Cordon.

The photo below was allegedly taken after Cordon sustained a savage beating from McCoy.
The disturbing image was accompanied by a number of appalling allegations from Mia:
"[McCoy] is THE DEVIL!!! YOU ARE AN ANIMAL!!!!!! We didn’t say anything about how you beat your dog 'Henny' into kidney failure," her post began.

"Let’s not talk about all the times my best friend had to stop you from VICIOUSLY beating your son for small things like peeing in the bed. We kept quiet about your drug usage ... all the ILLEGAL steroids and needles you were using, but we will not keep quiet about this!!!!!!
"I can’t believe you did this to my best friend!!!!! YOUR KARMA IS GOING TO BE SO REAL!!!!!! The world needs to know what type of animal you really are!!!!!!!"

"This was just her yesterday on the left and now this morning this is her on the right!!!! #WomanBeater #AnimalAbuser #ChildAbuser"
Mia tagged the NFL, the Buffalo Bills, and TMZ in the post.

The Bills organization says it is aware of the allegations against McCoy and is currently "looking into" the matter. 
Here’s my question, Why haven’t you called THE POLICE?


#THANKFUL #ThailandCaverescue All 12 boys and coach safe and OUT of the Cave!
"We did something nobody thought possible", says the man who led the rescue, as navy SEAL divers wonder whether it was a miracle.
All 12 boys trapped underground in Thailand have been rescued following the "largest, most complex cave rescue in history".

Eight boys had been brought out in two expeditions on Sunday and Monday, leaving a further four and their football coach to make the perilous journey back to the entrance on Tuesday.
Just before morning, it was announced that all 12 boys and their coach were safe.

"We did something nobody thought possible," the acting governor of Chiang Rai province, Narongsak Osatanakorn, said once the 18-day ordeal was over.
"I am so happy, I may not be able to thank everyone," the man who led the operation added.
An ambulance leaves from Tham Luang cave complex on Tuesday
Thailand's navy SEALs, who played a central part in the rescue effort, wrote on their Facebook page: "We are not sure if this is a miracle, a science, or what."
Payap Maiming, who helped provide food and necessities for rescue workers and journalists, was not in doubt, however.

"It's really a miracle," she said. "It's hope and faith that has brought us this success."
Acting governor of Chiang Rai, Narongsak Osatanakorn, led the operation
The boys, aged between 11 and 16, and their 25-year-old coach are now being assessed in hospital.
There are concerns they may have consumed contaminated water, while bird or bat droppings could cause infections.

The four boys rescued first are "well, they're up and about", Sky News' southeast Asia correspondent, Siobhan Robbins, said.
But two boys had "suspected lung problems which are being investigated," she added.
The group is "going to be kept in isolation for the next few days - possibly a week", she said.
While their parents have been able to visit them, they have been kept separate "through the glass because doctors are concerned".

Thailand's prime minister, Prayuth Chan-o-cha, said the boys were given anti-anxiety medication to help with their rescue.
Four Thai navy SEALs give a thumbs up as they leave the cave. The conditions in Thailand were "extreme", he said, adding: "If any people could execute this rescue successfully, it was our team of British divers.
"This has been a full blown international call out and leading divers from all over the world have been involved.

"This has been the largest, most complex cave rescue in history."


Billy Dee Williams Reprising Lando Calrissian Role For ‘Star Wars: Episode IX’
The incomparable Billy Dee Williams is set to reprise his iconic role of Lando Calrissian in Star Wars: Episode IX.
The Legendary Billy Dee Williams is set to reprise his iconic role of Lando Calrissian in Star Wars: Episode IX.
Billy will be returning to the Star Wars franchise for the first time since Return of the Jedi, released in 1983.
Fans started buzzing when the 81-year-old actor backed out of attending an upcoming sci-fi and pop culture convention because of a conflict with his filming schedule.
Sources confirmed with The Hollywood Reporter that the OG Lando will be back for IX!

Donald Glover recently played a young Lando Calrissian in Solo: A Star Wars Story.


Is Bill Cosby On His Deathbed And Planning His Own Funeral?
Disgraced former TV dad Bill Cosby has been under house arrest after a jury found him guilty of three counts of indecent aggravated assault back in April, and now it looks like the 81-year-old’s health is starting to fail. Radar Online is reporting that doctors have given Cosby a “chilling death diagnosis,” and he is preparing for the end by rewriting his will and planning a grand funeral.

Insiders say that Cosby is cutting “traitors” out of his will, selling off family heirlooms, and inviting various celebrities to a $250,000 farewell party.

“Doctors are telling the family now is a good time for him to ‘get his affairs in order,’ which is code for ‘prepare to die!’” claims a source.
The insider adds that Cosby’s health has deteriorated since over 60 women accused him of drugging and sexually attacking them over multiple decades. They say that he is suffering from hemiplegic migraines, which is a rare condition that causes confusion, speech difficulties, vision problems, and temporary paralysis.

Cosby’s wife of 64 years, Camille, went to the couple’s Massachusetts farm after her husband’s conviction, and the source says that since she “ditched him,” Cosby is getting revenge by selling family heirlooms.

Ahead of his September 25th sentencing, the comic has fired his legal team, including Tom Mesereau, the attorney who got Michael Jackson cleared of child molestation charges. Insiders say that Cosby believes they let him down and he is angry. He has recently hired a new attorney – Joseph P. Green Jr.

A jury found Cosby guilty of drugging and molesting Temple University employee Andrea Constand back in 2004, and his conviction and impending sentencing have reportedly sent him into a tailspin.

Famous women’s rights attorney Gloria Allred says that Cosby’s change in lawyers looks to be an “act of desperation.”

The Cosby Show star is also planning to spend $250,000 for his July 12th birthday party, which will also be a final farewell. According to sources, he has invited Christopher Darden, the prosecutor in the O.J. Simpson murder case, Keshia Knight Pulliam, Phylicia Rashad, Whoopi Goldberg, Waka Flocka, and CeeLo Green. However, none of them have RSVP’d.

Mesereau says that Cosby’s conviction was a “travesty of justice,” and it is the result of the #MeToo movement. His former client is facing up to ten years in jail on each count at his September sentencing, but he is currently out on bail.

The lawyer also says that he believes Cosby’s trial was biased, and he has never seen anything like it in his career. He explained that the #MeToo movement started as something desirable – to stop sexual harassment, discrimination, and abuse against women. But while he commends those principles, Mesereau says that the movement has “gotten so powerful that judges are running scared.”

Mesereau hopes that the court will reverse Bill Cosby’s convictions on appeal, and he also hopes that the comic “doesn’t spend one minute in jail because he doesn’t deserve to.”


Nelly, Kevin Hart, Meek Mill Party at Drai’s Nightclub in Las Vegas
Nelly and his longtime girlfriend Shantel Jackson posed for photos at the official birthday celebration for actor/comedian Kevin Hart at Drai’s nightclub in Las Vegas, Nevada this past weekend.
Rapper Meek Mill showed off his performance fee at Drai’s Nightclub in the Cromwell Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.


RuPaul Filming Daytime Talk Show Pilot For Telepictures
RuPaul is heading to daytime TV. The Emmy-winning host of RuPaul’s Drag Race is shooting a talk show pilot for Telepictures, the syndication production arm of Warner Bros., Deadline has confirmed.

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The show will feature RuPaul bringing his positive, fun, energetically unique point of view as he interviews celebrities, plays games, gives insider beauty and glam tips and dishes on all things pop culture. It’s being targeted for a 2019 launch. The news was first reported by Variety.

RuPaul’s Drag Race recently wrapped its 10th season on VH1. RuPaul’s other projects in the works include AJ and the Queen, a new original comedy series for Netflix in which he will star, as well as write and executive produce with Michael Patrick King. He also has teamed with J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot and RuPaul’s Drag Race producer World of Wonder on a half-hour dramedy based on his life, which is in development at Hulu.


Meghan Markle Looks conservatively FAB in Black At The Royal Air Force Celebrations
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle (now the Duchess of Sussex), as well as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, stepped out together just one day after they all showed up to two-month-old Prince Louis’ christening. 

The royal fab four made an appearance at the 100th birthday celebrations of the Royal Air Force at Westminster Abbey on Tuesday. 
Prince Harry and his brother Prince William both wore full RAF uniforms to the event, while Duchess Kate wore an Alexander McQueen number for the second day in a row, according to People. She paired the look with a gorgeous brooch, a matching Sean Barrett hat and nude heels. 
The Duchess of Sussex looked stunning in a demure, belted black dress from Dior with her favored boatneck neckline and a wild, Stephen Jones fascinator that she makes look chic. 
Prince Charles, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, and Queen Elizabeth II also attended the event at Westminster.


Demi Lovato Fires Manager, Raises Concerns About Sobriety
Demi Lovato may have just given fans yet another cause for concern.
Just a few weeks after the beloved singer admitted to having relapsed, following six-plus years of sobriety, Lovato has gone ahead and taken an unexpected step in her professional life.
According to Radar Online, Lovato just fired her long-time manager, Phil McIntyre, doing so “in the middle of her tour" because, this insider says, “she wanted to go in a different direction and decided to completely severe ties with him.”

This move could be interpreted in multiple ways, of course.It may be a sign that Demi's downward spiral is not over yet.

McIntyre has been by Lovato's side for a lengthy period of time, overseeing a very successful music career, making many wonder why the artist would choose the aforementioned different direction.
Hadn't her career under McIntyre been headed in a very positive one?

But there's a flip side to this decision, as well. There's a more positive way to look at Demi's move.
She clearly laments having fallen off the wagon and, we sincerely hope, is looking to get right back on it again.
She wants to live a clean life and is "focused on surrounding herself with positivity and accountability," as the Radar Online source describes it.

Neither Lovato nor McIntyre has acknowledged the rumors of their split, but it comes not long after Lovato also cut ties with her rehabilitation and recovery business, CAST Center.
"They are in a bitter dispute over money and branding," a source told Radar.

Darn. This makes us feel terrible for Lovato.


Cam Newton And Girlfriend Welcome Their Third Child
Congratulations to Cam Newton and Kia Proctor on the arrival of their third child. Kia took to social media to announce the birth of her and Cam’s newest family member this past weekend.

“Welcome to the world, baby boy,” Proctor wrote. Kia date-stamped her post so that her followers knew that her son was born on July 6, 2018. The official Twitter page for the Carolina Panthers also spread news of Cam and Kia’s family expansion. “Congratulations to Cam and his family on their newest addition,” the team tweeted.

The public learned of Kia Proctor and Cam Newton’s expectancy of a third child back in March. Many fans were shocked to learn that the celebrity couple was getting ready for another child since Kia had recently given birth to her and Can’s daughter, Sovereign-Dior Cambella Newton. It was in 2015 that Kia and Cam welcomed their son, Chosen.

It was just last year that Cam Newton shared an incredibly moving tribute to his son. “Don’t be like me, son,” the Panthers player said in a clip for The Players’ Tribune. “Be better than me. And create your own inspiration,” Cam advised.


Kevin Hart & Mike Epps BEEFING AGAIN On Social Media
Just when you thought they had moved past the foolishness, Kevin Hart and Mike Epps were going at it again over who’s the funnier comedian.
Comedy Hype poured kerosene on the smoldering fire when they posted a headline on social media that read, “Mike Epps Thinks Everyone Is Funnier Than Kevin Hart.”

Mike saw the post and commented, “That’s not press worthy gtfoh now post that!!”

It appeared as though Eppsie was telling the outlet to stop stirring the pot.
Kevin, on the other hand, took a deep dive into his feelings and went in on Mike Epps calling him a “sad individual” with a “crabs in a barrel mentality.”

He went on to tell Mike how “sick” he’s going to be when he sees all of the big plans he has coming up next year.

Peep Kevin Hart’s post below.

Mike Epps responded to Kevin’s post by informing him his response to Comedy Hype was not shade towards him, but yet he’s “still starving to be a victim.”

Eppsie went on to remind Kevin that he has “a long line of sh*t to clean up” before he can  hand him a bucket.
He also noted Kevin takes every chance possible to announce his accomplishments to “show the world how great he is.”
Mike ended by congratulating Kevin and adding that he still doesn’t think he’s funny.
OOOPS!


AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES?
‘SPIDER BITES’
Maybe he got bit by one of those radioactive cross-dressing spiders?


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