Album Preview: Ashanti – Braveheart [Snippets] with a new cover
You can now preview snippets from Ashanti’s new album Braveheart — due out on March 4th.
EXCLUSIVE: Is Kanye cheating on Kim? Will 'SEX TAPE' release hurt wedding plans?
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are rumored to have moved their wedding date up from July to May. According to Us Weekly, KimYe have major plans and events leading up to their wedding date and Kim's third trip down the isle will be bigger than the last.
The couple was rumored to getting hitched at the Palace of Versailles in France, but last month, the royal château denied the rumors via Twitter saying, "@KimKardashian and @kanyewest visited the Palace of Versailles but they are not planning their wedding at the Palace."
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are facing another cheating scandal with West's alleged sex tape partner. According to TheDirty.com, one source that said they saw the rapper head up an elevator with a Kim Kardashian look-a-like, Gabriella Amore while trying to disguise himself.
"Nik, okay, so I was in Miami a few weeks ago staying in The Dream Hotel and I swear I saw Kanye West with who at first I thought was Kim, until I got a little closer. It was definitely not Kim...resembled her, but not Kim. They then both disappeared into the elevator, he looked like he was trying to keep a low profile, wearing sunglasses. I had to find out who this girl was. She looked so familiar. I'm almost 100% sure this is her...found her Instagram. It's Gabriella Amore; Kanye West definitely has a type!"
Although, the evidence wasn't enough to hold up allegations of a romp session with Amore. TabRag reached out to the same submitter who says they are certain that Kanye was with his Amore.
"Listen, I'm almost 100% about the girl, and this is why: after the whole Kanye situation I was so shocked I had to run and tell my boys. Listen to this crazy s**t...the info I got from them is supposedly this is the girl that was in Kanye's alleged sex tape. People are saying she was bragging about having some video on her phone with her and Kanye, and she's waiting till him and Kim tie the knot to leak it so she can get big money. I was in South Beach late December/early January so I'm gonna say it was either Jan. 5th or 4th that I spotted them."
RHOA Scores Bravo Most Watched ‘Housewives” Yet!
If you’re a fan of Bravo’s hit show “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” then you’ll be happy to hear the news.
Love it or hate it [I am personally on the side of the latter on this one] Kandi, NeNe, Phaedra, Cynthia, Porsche and the rest of the mob are scoring TV gold for Bravo.
After years on air, a series of cast shake-ups, and couple of disastrous spin offs the ATL housewives have reason to celebrate as it’s just been discovered that the housewife franchise has had its biggest season in ratings yet.
Per TVByTheNumbers.com
Bravo Media’s “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” marked the most-watched episode in “The Real Housewives” franchise history delivering over 4.6 million total viewers with over 2.6 million viewers in the P18-49 demo, up 18 percent in both demos from the previous episode (1/26/14), according to Nielsen. Adding to the strength of the night, “Blood, Sweat & Heels” garnered 2.3 million total viewers, up 86 percent from the previous episode.
Though I can’t hate on people getting their coins, the way you make them can be quite a debate. I just dont see how this show helps women on any level. But I digress.
Let the champagne poppin begin.
COUPLED UP: The Carters Keep It Cutesy On Beach Vacay
Beyonce shared new pics on Tumblr of Jay Z and Blue Ivy.
Mrs. Carter gave us a sneak peek into her sunny & warm recent vacay...which appears to be in the Dominican Republic where they were previously spotted partying at the club. And of course, Bey kept it effortlessly cute while riding motorbikes:
In WTF news, folks over in France were ABSOLUTELY convinced that Beyonce was having an affair with President Obama. Really people? People are REAL mad at this lady's success. SMH.....
Persona Magazine Launches New Coffee Table Spread With Draya Michelle
Persona Magazine launches a new something to just sit on your coffee table and it stars Basketball Wives alumni Draya Michelle… She also has an 80 page spread.
They were downtown LA for the photoshoot using vintage Liquor stores as their theme, to street wear and basketball courts, bringing a whole new meaning to the word sexy, “Persona Magazine is gonna change the way you look at fashion” says Creative Director Mykel Monroe.
The 10×15 release of the “All Draya” issue due to drop this March. For tips on fashion and style, be sure to go to www.PersonaMagazine.net , where you will get a behind the scenes look at Draya’s shoot, and see what she has to say about her street fashion photo shoot, and updates on her clothing line #Fineassgirls.
Rihanna covers up in hooded fluffy white coat to dine on Italian fare with her mother Monica
Winter in Los Angeles can mean chilly 50-degree temperatures in the evening.
And Rihanna cloaked herself in a hooded fluffy white coat to dine with mother Monica Braithwaite at Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica Tuesday.
The body-confident pop star - who turns 26 this month - paraded her toned pins in tiny denim shorts, a matching chambray shirt, and iridescent trainers.
Mother-daughter dinner: Rihanna cloaked herself in a hooded fluffy white coat to dine with mother Monica Braithwaite at Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica Tuesday
Reportedly joining the mother-daughter duo at Riri's favourite Italian restaurant were actor Don Cheadle and comedian George Lopez.
Solange Knowles Trips A Model, Attends Noon by Noor’s #NYFW Presentation
Front row is the only place to be for Solange Knowles, the baby sister of Beyonce. The singer is crazy busy these days but made some time to check out the Noon by Noor during New York Fashion Week. Also in attendance were famed photographer Nigel Barker, Coco Rocha and Leigh Lezark.
In addition to taking in NY’s finest fashion, her duties as PUMA’s new Art Director and Creative Consultant continues. She recently shared the brand’s Solange Disc Collection. Shot by her boyfriend Alan Ferguson (who is an art director), the line features patterns, palettes and lots of color. The team worked with the Gerlan Jeans, William Okpo, and Hisham Bharoocha to redesign the shoe and its presentation.
Barbie’s sales decline. See what Barbie Looks Like in Other Countries
For decades, Barbie has been the token representation for many. Perfect blonde hair, perfect body, perfect smile, and perfect Ken doll (who never married her). Many people have went to the extremes to look like Barbie. Just recently, Fast Company released an interview with Barbie’s lead designer Kim Culmone in which she defended the iconic doll’s unrealistic proportions. Kim Culmone, vice president of design, said Barbie’s body “was never designed to be realistic.” And that it was “designed for girls to easily dress and undress” and “accommodate how the clothes will fit her.” Although she has been a collectors item for many, the sales have started to decline as other countries are creating dolls that are examples of their beauty standards.
Susi is the doll of choice in Brazil. The original Susi’s dark skin and wide thighs reflect Brazilian girls better than Barbie does. But after Susi’s 2007 relaunch, her legs and waist were slimmed and her breasts appeared fuller.
Fulla, created by a UAE manufacturer, is geared towards the Islamic culture. Fulla is sold in many parts of the Arab world, as well as China, Brazil, Indonesia, and the United States.
Sorry Barbie! Everyone does not live in a Barbie world. For example in Nigeria, “Queens of Africa” and “Naija Princesses” dolls reign. The dolls are adorned in traditional Nigerian garb — dresses and “geles,” traditional head gear.
LOL!
Michael Vick’s Alleged Ex Writes Tell-All Book About His 2005 Herpes Scandal
Really 9 years later, you want to write a tell all about Michael Vick’s herpes scandal. Bella Escritor is looking for a pay day, Vick’s ex is prepping to release a tell all-book about all of her experiences with NFLer Michael Vick.
Bella shared a copy of her book with Mara the Hip Hop Socialite, who published a brief excerpt about Michael’s 2005 herpes scandal.
“Another news headline came up a little further into my relationship with Vick. The headlines had to do with Vick having been accused of somehow giving a girl he slept with in the past, herpes. When I first saw the herpes news story, I was immediately scared for myself. Although I had practiced safe sex with Vick, I was still concerned that I could have accidentally made some kind of skin-to-skin contact. I didn’t play when it came to my health. I was regular with my checkups and STD/AIDS test even when I was not having sex with anyone. People would often call me a hypochondriac about my health, but I always thought it was better to be safe than sorry.
The news headlines were accusing Vick of using an alias by the name of [R.] Mexico, and going to a local clinic, and disguising himself to find out if he contracted herpes. The woman in question claimed to have been careless enough to allow Vick to have unprotected sex with her. She later said she found out the hard way after having symptoms and going to seek medical care that she allegedly had contracted herpes from Vick.
I rushed to my doctor to have lab work performed and eagerly awaited the rapid results of my blood work and cultures. Although the initial physical exam revealed nothing, I was still nervous as hell about what bad news may come. That night I went to see Vick, and unlike any time before where I would just wait for him to tell me what he wanted me to know, I asked him for myself right then and there. When I asked him, Vick told me that he did know the girl in question. He went on to say that they did have sex more than once but that he practiced safe sex each time. After saying that, he finally answered my question with a simple, ‘no, I don’t have it.’”
Michael Jordan Welcomes Twin Daughters
Michael Jordan and his wife Yvette Prieto welcome identical twin daughters...
The second Mrs. Jordan gave birth to Victoria and Ysabel on Sunday in West Palm Beach, Fla.
Michael and Yvette married last April after dating for six years.
Rickey Smiley Being Sued By Former Manager Yolanda Starks White
Funny man Rickey Smiley is being sued by former manager Starks White. According to the court documents Starks White, is responsible for most of Smiley’s success, branding him, making him a household name and Starks White helped the comedian generate millions of dollars in revenue. Last year 2013, Starks White was services were unexpectedly terminated. Starks White will seeking monetary relief over $200,000 but not more than $1,000,000.
“…. Smiley was also millions of dollars in debt. He owed millions of dollars to the Internal Revenue Service, and he routinely spent literally tens of thousands of dollars more than he earned each month.”
“Smiley persistently wasted hundreds of thousands of dollars. By purchasing boats and automobiles he did not need, and buying airline tickets and renting luxurious hotel rooms for young women he solicited online, in nightclubs, or while on the road with “his boys,” Smiley lived the life of a drunken playboy, without shame or discretion.”
“Specifically, Smiley’s CFO determined that if Smiley did not continue to supplement his monthly revenue with live performances, his outrageous spending would put him more than $40,000 in the hole each month—an astonishing fact given that Smiley’s gross monthly revenues exceeded $350,000. “
“In other words, even though Starks White had assisted Smiley in working through his federal income tax issues, and increased his annual revenue many times over, Smiley’s playboy lifestyle was literally flushing tens of thousands of dollars down the toilet every month. Smiley would routinely waste thousands of dollars flying in young women, sometimes more than one at a time, and renting luxury hotels for their trysts. “
Michael Jackson Fans Sue Dr. Conrad Murray for ‘Emotional Damage’ and Win
A court in France has ruled that the ‘emotional damage’ suffered by five Michael Jackson fans resulting from his death back in 2009 is worth about one euro a piece.
The judgement, valued at $6.82 is to be paid by Dr. Conrad Murray who was charged with involuntary manslaughter two years ago for his role in the June 25, 2009 tragedy.
As BBC News explains, the amount is symbolic, but the outcome is somewhat significant.
“As far as I know this is the first time in the world that the notion of emotional damage in connection with a pop star has been recognized,” said Emmanuel Ludot, lawyer to the fans. “They have been subjected to ridicule and I am delighted their suffering has been taken seriously by the law.”
While 34 individuals sued Murray in this case, the Orleans court determined that only five had proven their suffering, evidently with the assistance of “witness statements and medical certificates.” All were members of the same France-based Michael Jackson fan club, though two of the successful claimants are French, two are Swiss, and one is Belgian. Ludot says they don’t actually plan on hitting up the doctor for the pocket change.
Instead, they hope the legal recognition will give them an in to visiting Jackson’s private grave site in Los Angeles.
K. Michelle Dropping New Mixtape “Still No F*CKS Given” Valentines Day
Yessss, K. Michelle has been on her grind and she is dropping her new mixtape for Valentines day for free, this the follow-up to her 2012 mixtape 0 Fucks Given. K., has unveiled the colorful cover art, which shows her smoking a cigarette against a pink backdrop.
K. On her mixtape:
“I still have some more I’d like to say! Something like a sequel,” tweeted K, who will tour with Robin Thicke starting February 21. Hosted by DJ Sense, the mixtape will be available to download on Friday at 3 p.m. EST. Here is a little teaser of what to expect from her upcoming Mixtape:
Listen HERE
Swizz Beatz Refusing to Help Baby Mama in the Music Biz?
Fours years ago it was revealed that Swizz Beatz had secretly fathered a child in between his relationship with ex-wife Mashonda Loyal and current wife Alicia Keys with Russian musician Jahna Sebastian
In a recent post on social media Jahna accuses a musical gate keeper of having the power to help advance her career but refusing to do so.
Could Jahna be talking about Swizz..?
OOOPS!
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES
‘Made In America’
I love America. The red. The white. And the goooo!
HAVE A HAPPY VALENTINES DAY AND A GREAT WEEKEND EVERYBODY!!!!!!!!
EFREM
