Grace Jones has finally written her Memoirs!
GRACE IN YOUR FACE! Never Write My Memoirs,' which details her life from rooming with Jerry Hall to collaborating with Andy Warhol to appearing opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger, arrives Sept. 29. The Grace Jones story is coming this fall. Take a look at the cover, revealed here for the first time exclusively.
The model/actress/singer’s much-anticipated memoir, I’ll Never Write My Memoirs, publishes Sept. 29 from Gallery Books.
The Jamaican-born Jones came to the U.S. as a teenager and signed to work as a model at seventeen. She modeled in Paris for Yves Saint-Lauren, roomed with Jerry Hall and had sleepovers with Jessica Lange.
She returned to New York, She made her musical debut in 1977’s disco LP, Portfolio, and later transitioned into new wave and reggae. Then came the acting career, which included roles as a warrior queen opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger in Conan and a Bond villain in A View to Kill.
In an earlier statement announcing the book, Jones explained the title, "I wrote a song called Art Groupie. First line said 'I'll never write my memoirs' — that was a long time ago. Since then, I thought, if I don't do it, somebody else will."
Marc Jacobs Accidentally Posts his CAKES for you!
Marc Jacobs got caught sending some sexy selfies on Instagram when he accidentally posted something that was clearly meant for a private message.
The below photo was posted then quickly deleted from his Instagram account along with the caption:
“It’s yours to try!” Later, he took to Instagram with a clothed photo, saying:
“Current mood (the one depicted on my MbyMJ t-shirt).”
Sad face…..LOL!
In Nene Leakes News: She’s Heading To Late Night TV In "To Tell the Truth” Reboot With Betty White & Anthony Anderson + "Hindsight"
Earlier this week, former "RHOA" diva Nene Leakes revealed to PEOPLE that she would not return to the BRAVO series as it's time for her to move on. She said,
"Im actually going to be doing a new primetime television show with a big legend. All of my fans will get to see me be really happy, witty and funny and tell all of those one liners that I always have said on Housewives."
Well....I have some tea on Nene's next move! Over on her website, Nene revealed that she'll be one of the stars on the reboot of ABC's "To Tell the Truth" (a popular '60s game show). She wrote,
"When one door closes, another door opens!!!! Your girl is returning to primetime network TV on the new ABC variety series “To Tell the Truth” with Betty White and Anthony Anderson. I start filming tomorrow. Bloop!"
For those unfamiliar with the format, 3 contestants will try to convince NeNe, tv legend Betty White and former NBA baller Jalen Rose that they've invented something, discovered something or what not. Two of the constants are imposters, while one of them is telling the truth. The panelists are tasked with asking questions to figure out who's telling the truth.
The show will be hosted by "Black*ish" star Anthony Anderson and begins filming tomorrow.
In other NeNe news, she's starring in Tamar Braxton's upcoming video for "If I Don't Have You" alongside girlfriends Shateria, Khadijah Haqq and Malika Haqq. The gals do what gals do when they get together.
Nick Gordon Snags Legal Team To Help Fight Bobbi Kristina Lawsuit
Apparently, it’s time to lawyer up and that’s EXACTLY what Nick Gordon is doing. According to ET, Nick (who is the boyfriend of Bobbi Kristina Brown), is currently assembling a very well-known legal team.
As previously reported, last week, Bobbi Kristina’s conservator, Bedelia Hargrove, filed a civil lawsuit. In the suit, the 25-year-old is accused of physically abusing Bobbi Kristina, stealing money from her personal bank account and falsely identifying himself as Bobbi Kristina’s husband.
The lawsuit also claims that on January 31st, the famous daughter of the late Whitney Houston and singer Bobby Brown was discovered
"face down, with her mouth swollen and another tooth knocked out."
Reportedly, Nick has snagged Atlanta criminal defense attorney Joe Habachy, as his lead lawyer and is preparing to bring in famous attorney Jose Baez — who’s best-known for serving as the lead defense attorney for Casey Anthony.
The site also reports that he is bringing in TJ Ward, one of the private investigators who worked on the disappearance of Natalee Holloway, a teenager who went missing in Aruba in 2005.
No criminal charges have yet been filed.
Rick Ross Released From Jail On $2 Million Bond
Rick Ross is a free man after spending a week behind bars. The rapper was released from the Fayette County jail on Wednesday evening after being granted bail on assault and kidnapping charges.
Ross’ bail was set at $2 million, which he already posted. The funds being used, according to TMZ, include:
– $1 million equity from the ex-Holyfield mansion he owns, and another GA property
– $500,000 surety bond (from a bail bondsman)
– $500k in cold hard cash
Ross’ attorney says that is his client threatens or intimidates any witnesses, he will hand over the entire Holyfield property to the county.
According to an arrest warrant, Ross and his bodyguard pistol-whipped an employee who was hired to do some work on the rapper’s house. The report states that the men hit Jonathan Zamudio multiple times with a glock 9mm gun, chipping two of his teeth. Zamudio also suffered serious neck and jaw injuries
Of 10,000 Facebook Employees Only 1% Black – None Are Execs
*As of March 31, 2015, Facebook had 10,082 people under their employment. These stats come from their own official newsroom webpage. What they didn’t put on there is…
Only 1% of these employees are black. And none are in executive positions.
This info comes via an article on the Financial Juneteenth site, which states that this news was revealed only weeks after Google released demographic data on employment at their company; which showed that only 2 percent of their workforce was black.
Now the Mark Zuckerberg tech mega-monster has come under scrutiny for its own lack of minority hiring. Again.
Word is, these extremely low numbers had always been suspected, but only recently confirmed.
New Music: Prince Drops Sultry Jam “HARDROCKLOVER”
After reportedly performing hits from Purple Rain at the White House, Prince returns with a surprise track titled “HARDROCKLOVER.”
Prince reminds listeners that he has no competition, as he flourishes on this sultry jam fueled by his patented guitar riffs. Receiving a new song from the legend is the audible equivalent to seeing a cow jump over the moon, so it’s something to appreciate.
Hear Prince’s “HARDROCKLOVER HERE:
Thoughts?
NBA's Biggest Players Heading Into Free Agency
Now that the 2014-2015 NBA season is officially over, it is time for many players to figure out what the future holds for next season. Over the past couple of weeks, some players' contracts hit their expiration dates while other players decided to opt out of their existing contracts. All of these players will now become free agents, meaning they will be able to sign with any team that wants them. NBA free agency officially begins at midnight tonight so let's take a look at some of the biggest names out there who are currently without a team.
LeBron James - Obviously the biggest player in free agency is LeBron. He decided to forego the player option on his contract for next season, which would have guaranteed him $21.6 million. But if you're waiting for LeBron to take his talents to a city near you, don't hold your breath. He does not plan on meeting with other teams and will most likely end back up with the Cavaliers, just with a better contract.
Kevin Love - Like his teammate LeBron, forward Kevin Love also decided to opt out of the final year of his contract with the Cavaliers. While there is a good chance he could also stay in Cleveland after the free agency period is over, Love will definitely be talking to other teams so anything is possible.
LaMarcus Aldridge - The Portland Trail Blazers' star player will be one of the most heavily pursued players in free agency this year. After spending his entire 9-year NBA career in Portland, LaMarcus Aldridge will be looking for a new contract and a new home. While his career has blossomed with the Trail Blazers, sources say he does not plan on going back. During free agency, he plans on meeting with the Lakers, Rockets, Spurs, Mavericks, Suns, Raptors, and Knicks.
Kawhi Leonard - As the 2015 Defensive Player of the Year, forward Kawhi Leonard is one of the most valuable players entering free agency tomorrow. Having just completed his rookie contract, Leonard will be looking for a deal that matches the skills and talent he's shown on the court over the past four years. The Spurs will undoubtedly make resigning him a priority. And while many other teams will be looking to go after him, Leonard probably won't be leaving San Antonio any time soon.
Marc Gasol - No need to worry, Grizzlies fans. While center Marc Gasol is currently a free agent, he more likely than not will be back in Memphis next season. Though a slew of teams expressed interest in him, including the Lakers, Knicks, and the Bucks, Gasol has decided not to meet with anyone other than his former team. All signs are pointing to Gasol getting a max contract with the Grizzlies, meaning the man is about to get PAID.
Dwyane Wade - On Monday, D. Wade decided to opt out of the final year of his contract with the Miami Heat, which would have paid him $16.1 million next season. After twelve years with the Heat, Pat Riley does not want to see one of his best players go but he also wants to be smart with the salary cap. Wade wants more money. Can he find another team that is willing to pay him what he believes he's worth?
Other big names to look out for during free agency are Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, DeAndre Jordan, Tim Duncan, Brook Lopez, Danny Green, Paul Millsap, and Brandon Knight. NBA fans, stay tuned...Baller Alert will keep you up to date on the biggest free agency moves once all the madness begins at midnight. Which baller do you think would be a great addition to your favorite NBA team?
Lupita Nyong’o Returns To Kenya In An Effort To Save The Elephants!
Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o is in the do-gooder spirit. And she’s bringing awareness to an issue in her homeland.
The 32-year-old Hollywood star (who was born in Mexico but raised in Kenya) has joined the movement to save elephants from extinction. She paid a visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and Amboseli National Park in Kenya yesterday to feed the baby elephants and spend time with the massive mammoths.
Aww! The 12 Years A Slave star dubbed the experience as life-changing, unlike anything she has ever experience. She said,
"It was my first time to really have an intimate experience with elephants. What struck me was how big they are, how quiet they are. It was really a breathtaking experience."
In collaboration with animal conservation organization WildAid, the Kenyan beauty is on a mission to put a stop to the illegal poaching and killing of elephants for their tusks. Reportedly, more than 30,000 elephants are killed every year to keep up with the demand of ivory.
And she’s fighting to end it all! She explained,
“It is time to ban sales of ivory worldwide and to consign the tragedy of the ivory trade to history. I am proud of my Kenyan heritage, and part of that heritage is the incredible wildlife haven that is in our care. Poaching steals from us all," she added
Lupita hopes her involvement will help bring awareness and to save those elephants who are murdered every year. She said,
"I really do intend for my children to have that same experience," she said.
#teamempire Taraji P. Henson Rocks A New ‘Do, Debuts Purple Hair
Taraji P. Henson took to Instagram to show off her new ‘do. The Empire star, who’s having some fun with color, is rockin’ ombre purple tresses.
Taraji’s hairstylist, Marcia Hamilton dished on her new look to PEOPLE, revealing that inspiration for the color came from her [Marcia’s] hair color posts on Instagram, as well as the gray movement – and says that Taraji “was dying to try the look for herself.”
In order to keep Taraji’s hair healthy, they decided to go with a wig that would be customized with Pravana dyes.
“When I did the first color I sent her a pic — I think she was out of the country,” Marcia shares. “She responded ‘More purple.’ So I went back to drawing board to recreate. Once done I gave it to her. But she had many shoots scheduled and had to wait to play with our new look. I posted both before and after colors on my Instagram!”
She adds that Taraji loves her new look, and is having fun. “She’s actually an undercover beautician and I just love that about her because she gets it,” she says. “Knowing Taraji, she will be moving into a different look soon so I’m excited for the next challenge!”
Channing Tatum & Amber Heard Premiere “Magic Mike XXL” in London
Showing some love to their English fans, the cast of “Magic Mike XXL” showed up at Vue West End for the big London premiere.
Channing Tatum was dapper in a grey suit as he hammed it up with costars Jada Pinkett Smith and Amber Heard as well as his lovely wife Jenna Dewan-Tatum.
In a recent interview, the “She’s the Man” hunk admitted he hasn’t hit the gym since filming XXL- “I have one enormous ab right now and it's not even hard. I love food and I love indulging.” As for his ultimate sandwich, Channing listed the ingredients- “bread, white. peanut butter, not crunchy, creamy. Grape jelly, double portion, more than you think should actually fit on a piece of white bread. And then some Cheetos shoved in there, and then you're good to go.”
Mariah Carey almost BUST HER A$$ on a Yacht! Did She Have One Too Many?!
Lordt! How much champagne was Mariah Carey sipping on before exiting the yacht? We’re sure the wine and champagne was limitless and maybe MiMi went over her limit...just a tad. She is far from shy about expressing her love for "the drank."
Chick was walking off the yacht when her foot slipped on the wet steps and it almost got ugly. But...
The “#1 to Infinity” singer was saved by a crew member before taking a tumble down the stairs. And chick made sure not to drop that Celine bag. Ha!
Meanwhile, James looks on and literally does not move ---during or after the fall -- as he puffs on his ciagrette. Hmph.
The Elusive Chanteuse singer has seven days left on her lush vacay before heading back to her Vegas residency July 8th.
Watch Michael B. Jordan Kick Some A$$ In New ‘Creed’ Trailer
The first trailer for Michael B. Jordan’s new flick, Creed, has finally been released and all we can say is: Rocky Balboa who?
In the film, which is the seventh installment of the Rocky franchise, Jordan plays the son of Balboa’s frenemy, Apollo Creed. The trailer shows an a$$ kicking Jordan being trained by Rocky himself, (Sylvester Stallone) who serves as Jordan’s mentor.
Adonis, Jordan’s character, is joined on screen by Dear White People’s Tessa Thompson, who plays Jordan’s love interest, and Phylicia Rashad, who takes on the role of Mary Anne Creed.
“A great fighter once said ‘it ain’t about how hard you can hit, it’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward,’ Jordan says in the two minute and thirty second clip.
Here’s the synopsis:
Adonis Johnson (Jordan) never knew his famous father, world heavyweight champion Apollo Creed, who died before he was born. Still, there’s no denying that boxing is in his blood, so Adonis heads to Philadelphia, the site of Apollo Creed’s legendary match with a tough upstart named Rocky Balboa. Once in the City of Brotherly Love, Adonis tracks Rocky (Stallone) down and asks him to be his trainer. Despite his insistence that he is out of the fight game for good, Rocky sees in Adonis the strength and determination he had known in Apollo—the fierce rival who became his closest friend. Agreeing to take him on, Rocky trains the young fighter, even as the former champ is battling an opponent more deadly than any he faced in the ring.
With Rocky in his corner, it isn’t long before Adonis gets his own shot at the title…but can he develop not only the drive but also the heart of a true fighter, in time to get into the ring?
The film, out this fall, is directed by Fruitvale Station’s, Ryan Coogler.
Check out the clip below.
Looks good!
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES
‘50 SHADES OF BAE’
That looks like the most tortured bottom in the history of tortured bottoms.
HAVE A GREAT DAY ALL!!!
EFREM
