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Meet The "R&B Divas": Faith Evans, Nicci Gilbert, Monifah
Carter, Syleena Johnson & Keke Wyatt
Ever wondered what ever happened to your fave R&B chicks
of the 90's and the millennium? Well they're back and putting their lives on a
reality tv platter. Meet the ladies of TV One's upcoming "R&B Divas" show,
(l-r) Monifah Carter, Nicci Gilbert, Faith Evans, Syleena Johnson & Keke
Wyatt. The R&B gals from the (semi) past are letting us in on
what's been happening since they've been in the limelight.
The new reality series tells the current, real-life story of
five multi-talented R&B stars (remember back when you needed actually talent
in order to be a star?) who hit the spotlight, and then saw it dim.
According to the press release, this is what's going
down:
The series offers a personal glimpse into their private worlds as they lean on each other and offer candid revelations about their efforts to deal with major life transitions and challenges such as divorce, parenting issues, drugs, alcohol, physical abuse and more.
The series offers a personal glimpse into their private worlds as they lean on each other and offer candid revelations about their efforts to deal with major life transitions and challenges such as divorce, parenting issues, drugs, alcohol, physical abuse and more.
These friends come together, at the instigation of Faith
Evans, to produce a charity album inspired by her friend, Whitney Houston. In
honor of the late singer, proceeds from the album will benefit the Whitney E.
Houston Academy of Creative and Performing Arts, an institution that Houston
attended, located in her hometown of East Orange, NJ.
At the same time, they are
all juggling myriad personal challenges and responsibilities in addition to
making music - including raising families. Faith prepares for a major move as
she maintains her businesses and helps manage the estate of a music icon.
Monifah reveals a bombshell that could drive a wedge between them. Keke is
pregnant and the women are convinced that she can't go anywhere without her
husband/manager. Nicci is launching a new plus-sized clothing line called
Curvato, while Syleena makes a career decision that will affect her entire
family and put additional strain on her financially.
Faith Evans: Faith has been in the industry for
over 10 years and was previously married to the Notorius B.I.G. And after
winning a Grammy, dropping three platinum albums and becoming a NYT Best Selling
author, she's the center of this friendship circle of ladies.
Nicci Gilbert: She's the lead singer/songwriter
from the R&B group Brownstone. She's now spun her 15-year-career into the
acting and fashion worlds.
Monifah: After getting her start singing
background for reggae artist Maxi Priest, she worked with Heavy D to get her
career and first album Moods...Moments off the ground in the late 90's. Fifteen
years and 1 Gold certified album later, the "I Miss You" singer is currently
writing, producing and recording her fourth CD as she continues performing live
with her band "Soulution."
Syleena Johnson: The singer says she lost her
love for music "for a minute because it broke my heart at one point...but I am
glad to say that we are back together and learning to love each other again."
The daughter of the nation's first black female police commissioner and
legendary soul and blues singer Syl Johnson, she was initially discouraged from
getting into the music business by her father, who had many disappointing
experiences in the industry.But after training and a breakup with an abusive
boyfriend, she embarked on a career 10 years ago. She's well known for handling
the vocals on Kanye West's "All Falls Down" track.
Ketara Shavon Wyatt, b.k.a. Keke Wyatt:
She's the daughter of a Caucasian vocalist mother and an African American
organist/vocalist father and started singing at two. KeKe grew up in the church,
where the family had the image of a happy Christian family; but behind closed
doors there were problems stemming from abuse and also adversity experienced by
the family's multi-racial background. At the height of her career breakthrough,
the "Nothing In This World" singer's private struggle with domestic violence
became the main focus in the media. In 2001, Wyatt was arrested for stabbing her
husband; the charges were later dropped, but her career suffered from the
negative attention. In 2004, the songstress signed to New Orleans based Cash
Money Records. Thanks to Hurricane Katrina, her album promo and sales
suffered. She now serves as a spokesperson for the National Coalition Against
Domestic Violence.
The show premieres on Monday, August 20 at 10 PM ET on TV One. Will you be watching?
The show premieres on Monday, August 20 at 10 PM ET on TV One. Will you be watching?
Stevie J Says Eve's Girlfriend Leaked Sex Tape
Before he was known for juggling women on Love and Hip Hop
Atlanta, music producer Stevie J was famous for a sex tape starring him and
rapper Eve that leaked online in 2005
Now, after all these years, Stevie says it wasn't him who
leaked the tape but a girlfriend of Eve's...
Stevie tells V103's Kenny Burns,
“…that was a girl with Eve who leaked that tape, Eve’s girlfriend leaked that tape. They was on the tour bus watching it and she must have felt some type of way and she wanted it for herself.”
Stevie tells V103's Kenny Burns,
“…that was a girl with Eve who leaked that tape, Eve’s girlfriend leaked that tape. They was on the tour bus watching it and she must have felt some type of way and she wanted it for herself.”
Willow Smith's Tongue Jewelry Causes a Commotion
She's known for her eccentric look and multi-colored hairdos,
so it doesn't come as too much of a shocker to find Willow Smith in the
headlines for appearance-related reasons.
The 11-year-old daughter of Will and Will Smith has caused a stir after posting an Instagram pic in which she's sporting new jewelry in the form of a tongue ring.
The 11-year-old daughter of Will and Will Smith has caused a stir after posting an Instagram pic in which she's sporting new jewelry in the form of a tongue ring.
The "Whip My Hair" singer can be seen as she proudly has her
kisser open to display the silver mouth adornment while situated a
labret-sporting gal pal.
While there's no official word as to whether Miss Smith's tongue is actually pierced, a source close to the family says that it's a fake, telling press, "It isn't a piercing, it's a magnet. Just a young girl having fun with accessories."
While there's no official word as to whether Miss Smith's tongue is actually pierced, a source close to the family says that it's a fake, telling press, "It isn't a piercing, it's a magnet. Just a young girl having fun with accessories."
Basketball Wives Star Jennifer Williams’ Bentley Is Officially
REPOSSESSED!!
Basketball Wives star Jennifer Williams’ white Bentley was
repoed and TMZ has the pics! I’m sure you recall my earlier report Jen, was
about to have her Bentley repossessed?
Well it’s a done deal now, The car was repoed, and is already on the auction block.
But it was Jennifer’s estranged hubby Eric who defaulted on the car payments.
The couple is currently involved in an ongoing divorce
case
Jennifer Hudson Joins Nbc’s “Smash”
Smash is getting some major star power next season! Oscar
winner Jennifer Hudson has signed on for a multi-episode arc on the NBC musical
drama’s second season, starting with the season premiere. Jennifer, will play
Veronica Moore, a Tony Award-winning Broadway star who impacts the lives of
Karen (fellow American Idol alum Katharine McPhee) and Ivy (Megan Hilty). “This
series is a showcase for some of the best musical talent in the business and
that’s a fitting description for Jennifer Hudson,” NBC chairman Bob Greenblatt
said in a statement. “Her character will represent someone who reached their
Broadway dream but also paid a price for it.”
According to reports Celebrity Boxing founder Damon Feldman has offered Chris and Drake $1 million apiece to duke it out live on television.
Should they accept the Brawl for the Barbaian would go down August 25 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
The gag is that a portion of the proceeds would go to a charity for battered women.
Feldman admits neither Chris nor Drake have returned his calls.
CANDIDS: Mariah Carey Gets Tripped Up, Nicki Minaj Channels Monroe
+ Nicole Murphy Hits GMA
Nicole Murphy, who’s doing
promo for her new reality show, “Hollywood Exes”, was spotted leaving ‘Good
Morning America’.
Mariah Carey’s red bottoms get the best of her, as she poses
for photographs while arriving at her Dorchester hotel in London.
Nicki Minaj channels her inner Marilyn Monroe, at the
Hammersmith Apollo.
Andrea Fletcher, the ex-wife of R.Kelly, was all smiles while
she was wheeled to ‘Good Morning America’.
LOL!
Chris Bosh’s Baby Mama Talks About Being Dump After Having Baby
The mother of Chris Bosh’s first born, Alison Mathis, is
airing their dirty laundry.
In an exclusive interview with Gossip Extra Alison explains how it was Chris’ idea to have their baby out of wedlock, but that he’d promised her mother and his mother that they would eventually wed.
In the video below we find out Chris ended up marrying someone else and putting her through a bitter legal fight over visitation and child support instead.
In an exclusive interview with Gossip Extra Alison explains how it was Chris’ idea to have their baby out of wedlock, but that he’d promised her mother and his mother that they would eventually wed.
In the video below we find out Chris ended up marrying someone else and putting her through a bitter legal fight over visitation and child support instead.
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Alison also says Chris is a totally different person than the
man she lived with while he played for the Toronto Raptors.
Alison goes on to
explain why she had to apply for Food Stamps and how Chris sued to keep her from
taking a role on Basketball Wives, even though it would have made her
independent, and says Chris knows full well how bad off she and his daughter are
living and still refuses to help.
No wonder she’s running her mouth.
Miami Heat 2012 Championship Parade!
The Big 3--Dwyane Wade, LeBron James and Chris Bosh--and the
rest of the squad were celebrated with their jerseys being plastered on their
big cake. Last Thursday night after the Heat's big win, Divine Delicacies had
only 2 hours to whip up this giant sake for the team to bring to their
afterparty at Fountainbleu.
It was a one story cake with the Gold painted Trophy on top. They also did a Happy Belated Birthday Cake for player Udonis Haslem.
It was a one story cake with the Gold painted Trophy on top. They also did a Happy Belated Birthday Cake for player Udonis Haslem.
As for the second official cake brought to the official party
at Bamboo on Saturday, Divine Delicacies created this:
It's a 4 tier Vanilla Rum Cake topped with a Giant 24K edible
Gold trophy replica of The O'Brien championship trophy.
The cake had the
whole team's player's jerseys around the red tier with 6 bands of gold Swarovsky
crystals surrounding it.
There was also 3D airbrush fondant flames around the
other tiers.
In the trophy part was a Custom Swarovski Crystal Heat logo
with more than 500 crystals. Plus. a custom Gold Shadow stone that read "2012
NBA Champions" created by Cake Monogram Miami.
Nice!
And during the parade...
Miami fans cheered the team as they proudly displayed their
trophy on the parade route.
They ended with a celebration at American Airlines
Arena.
Chaka Khan Says her 2011 Diabetes Diagnosis Inspired Diet
Chaka Khan said her recent health kick –
which has so far resulted in a 60 pound weight loss – was her immediate response
to discovering that she suffers from diabetes.
The R&B legend, 59, was diagnosed with the blood sugar
condition last year. She said the condition, and winning custody of her young
granddaughter, were just the kick starts she needed to begin her drastic weight
loss program, which involved fasting and adopting a vegan diet.
“I had diabetes type two and high blood pressure. I adopted my
10-year-old granddaughter last year. I have to be there for her,” she told
Essence.com.
“I knew I couldn’t go out like this so I just fasted for, like, a month, then I went vegan and went off meats and all dairy and anything with eyes. If I have a craving for a little baked fish or something I might eat it. But that’s about it. I’ve mostly been doing a lot of high-protein foods and a lot of vegetables and exercise…
“I knew I couldn’t go out like this so I just fasted for, like, a month, then I went vegan and went off meats and all dairy and anything with eyes. If I have a craving for a little baked fish or something I might eat it. But that’s about it. I’ve mostly been doing a lot of high-protein foods and a lot of vegetables and exercise…
“I felt like I need to heal my body, so I would just fast and eat no meat, no dairy. I’ve never been a fan of meat, dairy and sugar. And when I developed diabetes last year I said, ‘Oh OK, I’m not going to be here long. A change is coming.’ So I started getting my mindset, then I started the fasting.”
But Khan admits she’s not a fan of working out to keep the excess weight off her new slimmer frame: “I don’t like exercising at all. I guess if I had one (exercise) of choice it would be walking. I do not run and I’m losing, like, on average about five pounds a month. I’ve lost 60 pounds since October.”
As previously reported, Khan was awarded permanent
guardianship of her then-10 year old granddaughter in December after claiming
her son and the child’s mother were incapable of caring for her as a result of
drug abuse.
New Music: LaTocha Scott (Formerly Of Xscape) Ft. Wale –
“Complicated”
Check out LaTocha Scott’s new song entitled “Complicated”
featuring Wale.
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First Phaedra and Now Johnny? Angela Stanton Exposes Johnnie Cabbell
Now that Angela Stanton is barred from dragging Phaedra Parks
on Twitter, she's moved on to her next taget: Shorty Low's manager Johnnie
Cabbell...
In her memoir Lies of a Real Housewife, Angela Stanton's primary target is Real Housewives of Atlanta's Phaedra Parks, who she accuses of getting her caught up in a life of crime and then leaving her to rot in prison.
Ever since Phaedra filed a lawsuit against Angela's publisher, Vibe Publishing, Angie hasn't made a peep about Phae and has since trained her sights on Shorty Lo's manager, Johnnie Cabbell, to keep the buzz going.
In her memoir Lies of a Real Housewife, Angela Stanton's primary target is Real Housewives of Atlanta's Phaedra Parks, who she accuses of getting her caught up in a life of crime and then leaving her to rot in prison.
Ever since Phaedra filed a lawsuit against Angela's publisher, Vibe Publishing, Angie hasn't made a peep about Phae and has since trained her sights on Shorty Lo's manager, Johnnie Cabbell, to keep the buzz going.
In her book Angela claims she was rapped by Johnnie Cabbell
while she was on her period and that they worked out a financial agreement to
keep her from prosecuting.
Over the weekend Angela antagonized Johnnie and then released audio of him admitting to the rape, apologizing for it and offering her money.
Over the weekend Angela antagonized Johnnie and then released audio of him admitting to the rape, apologizing for it and offering her money.
Tony Parker Sues Club Over Eye Injury
San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker is suing the Manhattan
nightclub where a brawl broke out allegedly involving Chris Brown and Drake.
Tony was injured in the clash, scratching his retina. The suit was filed in
State Supreme Court in Manhattan on Thursday. It says the W.i.P club in SoHo and
its operators were negligent in security and supervision, which allowed the
fight to take place. Tony is asking for 20 million dollars. The club has been
shutdown since the fight, with the manager getting arrested on two outstanding
warrants, and other patrons threatening legal action.
Hilarious moment dock collapses during wedding photo shoot... and
groom swims for shore leaving bridesmaid to rescue his bride
If there is ever a day a husband should be chivalrous, it is
his wedding.
But when Eric and Maegan Walber fell into the water during a photoshoot, Mr Walber swam for shore, rather than rescuing his dunked bride.
The entire bridal party got a soaking when a dock at the Bay Pointe Inn on Gun Lake in Shelbyville, Michigan, collapsed.
However, the new Mrs Walber gracefully took it in her stride and laughed.
Her only concern was a falling down gown and finding her footing while wearing the heavy dress.
But when Eric and Maegan Walber fell into the water during a photoshoot, Mr Walber swam for shore, rather than rescuing his dunked bride.
The entire bridal party got a soaking when a dock at the Bay Pointe Inn on Gun Lake in Shelbyville, Michigan, collapsed.
However, the new Mrs Walber gracefully took it in her stride and laughed.
Her only concern was a falling down gown and finding her footing while wearing the heavy dress.
'I came up laughing,' she told 24 Hour News 8.
Che bella! Fashion heiress Margherita Missoni makes gypsy weddings chic as she marries her racing driver beau
'I was like, “Oh, man, that really just happened. I can't believe that actually just happened." Your wedding party falls into a lake at your reception. You can't plan that,' she said with a laugh.
Che bella! Fashion heiress Margherita Missoni makes gypsy weddings chic as she marries her racing driver beau
'I was like, “Oh, man, that really just happened. I can't believe that actually just happened." Your wedding party falls into a lake at your reception. You can't plan that,' she said with a laugh.
Thankfully, her modesty was protected by a bridesmaid, who
also tried to steady her friend.
The scene was captured by Anne Oppenhuizen of Inspiration Video.
The wedding party had just finished eating dinner when
the photographer told them that if they wanted photos on the lake, now was the
time to go.
'We were out there for probably 30 seconds, standing on the dock, and it started to lean and tilt,' said Mr Walber. 'We went right under,' he added.
Afterwards, the soaking wet bridal party got a standing ovation from other diners at the restaurant.
And Mrs Walber's evening wasn't completely ruined as she had the dress that she'd worn to the rehearsal dinner the night before to change into.
'It makes for a good story,' she said. 'We'll be telling our grandkids.'
The scene was captured by Anne Oppenhuizen of Inspiration Video.
'We were out there for probably 30 seconds, standing on the dock, and it started to lean and tilt,' said Mr Walber. 'We went right under,' he added.
Afterwards, the soaking wet bridal party got a standing ovation from other diners at the restaurant.
And Mrs Walber's evening wasn't completely ruined as she had the dress that she'd worn to the rehearsal dinner the night before to change into.
'It makes for a good story,' she said. 'We'll be telling our grandkids.'
Snoop Dog’s Son Lands College Scholarship Offer To Play Football For UCLA
Cordell Broadus, son of rapper Snoop Dogg, received his first
scholarship offer from UCLA. Cordell will be entering his sophomore year at
Diamond Bar High School this fall. Listed at 6′2″, 185lbs, he played wide
receiver and defensive back for the freshmen team this past season. “We’re
expecting him to really lead us the next three years,” Diamond Bar High School
football coach Ryan Maine said. “Hopefully [our athletes] get bigger, stronger
and keep leading this team.” Cordell isn’t the only high-profile recruit to
receive attention from the UCLA football program. Justin Combs, son of rapper
Sean “Diddy” Combs, will be playing football for the Bruins next season.
I can’t believe Cordell is so tall and already getting offers from college teams. It seems like it was only yesterday, Cordell, was playing football in the Pee-Wee League and Snopp Dog was coaching the team. Time sure does fly, when you having fun!
I can’t believe Cordell is so tall and already getting offers from college teams. It seems like it was only yesterday, Cordell, was playing football in the Pee-Wee League and Snopp Dog was coaching the team. Time sure does fly, when you having fun!
Be careful what you say to Beyonce or You’ll get f*cked up!
Watch what you say to Beyonce if you don't want to get your
ass kicked...
According to reports Jay Z's entourage bum rushed this guy at the BBC Radio 1 Hackney Weekend after he insulted Beyonce.
Witnesses claim the backstage brawl got out of control after Jay's pals joined the bodyguards in the beat down
According to reports Jay Z's entourage bum rushed this guy at the BBC Radio 1 Hackney Weekend after he insulted Beyonce.
Witnesses claim the backstage brawl got out of control after Jay's pals joined the bodyguards in the beat down
Couples Fabu! DeVon Franklin & Meagan Good Hit New Edition's Concert + Amare Stoudemire & Alexis Do Calvin Klein's Fashion Show
Love was in the air as fab couples DeVon Franklin & Meagan
Good, Victor Cruz and his boo plus and Amare Stoudemire & Alexis Welch were
spotted spending cutesy quality time
Fab actress Meagan Good and her new husband DeVon Franklin were spotted walking to the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles last night.
Fab actress Meagan Good and her new husband DeVon Franklin were spotted walking to the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles last night.
The newlyweds attended the New Edition concert. These two
could win the "Most Photogenic" Couple award. Fin laid back night
out.
And in Milan, Italy.....
Newly engaged couple Alexis Welch and NY Knick Amare
Stoudemire attended the Calvin Klein Collection Fashion Show.
Alexis' engagement ring....yes.
The show was part of Milan Fashion Week Menswear Spring/Summer
2013.
Also, NY Giant Victor Cruz and girlfriend Elaina Watley als
o
attended the presentation.
The dapper gents later posed with Henrik Lundqvist.
Looking good fellas!
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART”
FILES
“Inside The Bun”
“Inside The Bun”
It’s summer so you know I was grilling out this weekend. So
what about you guys? You like the burgers or dogs?
HAVE A GREAT DAY!!!!!!!!
EFREM
