The Daily Buzz For Nov 5

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Gabrielle Union Reveals Why She Was a MEAN GIRL, Covers ESSENCE's December 2013 Issue

She's Holiday ready!  In the December issue of ESSENCE, "Being Mary Jane" star Gabrielle Union speaks openly about being a reformed "mean girl". "Being Mary Jane" star Gabrielle Union helms the cover of ESSENCE Magazine's December issue.  Styled by June Ambrose, Gabrielle looks amazing in a Bibhu Mohapatra gown and Stella Valle earrings. 

Inside the issue, the fabulous gal opened up about the emotions that fueled her past image as a "mean girl".

"There's this intense desire for us all to be chosen by a man, or a job, or chosen for fame, whatever. But when you're in the public eye and you're not chosen, the rejection feels public. So to cover the wound, you attack the person who is chosen."

Gabrielle, who credits life coach AJ Johnson with helping her let go of the negativity, also shared how an incident of "rejection" led to a huge opportunity.  She told the mag that after she lost the lead role in Jumping The Broom to Paula Patton, director Salim Akil was so impressed by her that he recommended her to Mara Brock Akil for the role of "Mary Jane."

Talk about closed doors and open windows!

When discussing "Being Mary Jane" (which returns to BET on Jan. 7th, Yasssss!) she said,

"It would be easy to label Mary Jane a freak...but enjoying sex doesn't make you a ho. I hope [Being Mary Jane] widens the conversation. I hope people will be more forgiving of those who explore their sexuality unapologetically."

Also, Gabby talks about NBA baller boyfriend Dwyane Wade and shares how a conversation about Beyonce at a beauty salon changed her life. The December issue of ESSENCE hits newsstands November 8th. 

Nene Leakes Will Be Debuting A Plus Sized Clothing Line

NeNe is about to be an even more rich bish!

When NeNe Leakes told Sheree that she was a rich bish she wasn’t exaggerating at all. She’s made a name for herself outside of reality tv and after seeing her beautiful wedding, it’s clear that the checks are coming in.

The New Normal may be over, but NeNe has found another business venture. Hit the flip to find out what she has planned next

It’s really no secret that NeNe has a sense of fashion, whenever you see her she’s in a fly pair shoes, with a fly bag, and the matching glasses. So we were definitely excited to hear that NeNe would be starting a clothing line. She hasn’t given too many details on what the clothes will look like or even a name for them, all she’s released is that it’s going to happen!

Leakes took to Twitter and her Celeb Buzz blog to announce that she would create a clothing line for which she is currently seeking plus sized models.

“That’s right, my clothing line is coming soon,” Leakes tweeted. “I am looking for Curvy Girls!”

While Leakes has flourished as an actress in shows like “Glee” and the “New Normal,” she has also expressed an interest in various ventures including a wedding business that she previously announced on Twitter.

“I’am totally n the wedding business now,” Leakes tweeted earlier this year. “Wait until u hear abt my new business venture!

All the curvy models better start sending in their applications, this could be a great opportunity.

We’re definitely excited to see the threads that NeNe creates for her clothing line. We hope the line will be something cute for the curvy girls. We can’t wait to see it all come to life. Hope it’s reasonable for everyday people and not just very rich bishes.

Babyface’s Mansion Catches Fire

Kenneth ‘Babyface’ Edmonds bathroom got a little to steamy, and went up in flames at his Los Angeles mansion on Saturday, according to a new report over at TMZ.

Several “fire trucks raced” to his house after a fire took hold in the 54-year-old Grammy-winning R&B producer’s bathroom.

Apparently Babyface’s sprinkler system put out the blaze before authorities arrived and nothing much was actually burned, but the sprinklers caused “slight water damage” to the room.

A representative of the musician confirmed that although the residence was occupied, it is unknown whether Babyface was in the house at the time of the fire. No one was reported injured during the incident and the cause of the blaze remains undetermined.

No word on what started the fire.

Gwyneth Paltrow In Red December 2013: I Don't Care What People Think About Me

Reports state that there's a revealing (and character diminishing) expose coming out in Vanity Fair and as a result, Gwyneth Paltrow is keeping her image in tip top shape for the December 2013 issue of Red magazine.

During her interview with the publication (which she edited with her publicist), the "Iron Man" beauty opened up about her critics and revealed how she manages to balance her work flow.

Check out a few highlights from Miss Paltrow's Q&A session below. For more, be sure to visit Red!

On her approach to haters:

"The older I get I realize it doesn't matter what people who don't know you think. It doesn't matter. You're wasting your energy. It's like, if your partner comes to you - or your best friend - and says, like, 'Listen, I want to talk about something you did that hurt me, or I think you could improve,' sit down and listen to what they have to say. But some friends or so-and-sos - it's like, who gives a s***? And for me, obviously, I have it on a very large, global scale. I don't have it in the village gossip way; but it's the same thing. That's why I really don't read anything. Because if it's important, it filters down to me.""

On her work/family balancing lifestyle:

"I personally think that the work/life balance for a woman should be exactly what she feels is right for her. And nobody else can set her time schedule. And nobody else can tell her how many hours a week she needs to devote to this, that, or the other. It's like, go into a room, get quiet with yourself, and ask what is the true answer for you? And f*** what anybody else says. That idea of'God God, if I don't show up to this concert, all the other moms are going to think I'm terrible.' Well, so f***ing what. It's like, when I'm with my kids, I give them everything I have. And when I'm not, I give whatever I'm doing everything I have. And that's my work/life balance."

On her view on becoming the next Oprah:

"No, [I don't see myself as] the next Oprah, but I do think the idea is to grow goop in a number of ways... My dream would be to have somewhere like [a spa]. A center where you could go and have the best people, and detox and reboot and start fresh. I'd love to get to that point one day."

Well then..

The "Preachers Of L.A." PREACH OFF On "Arsenio" 

With all the criticisms of that "Preachers of L.A." show, of course the cast has been spending most of their promo time defending themselves and convincing the world that they're legit here for The Lord.

While we think they need more people, maybe their "Preach Off" will sell you.  Check out what Arsenio had the men do below.  Ha!
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And also how they defended themselves against the critiques of their lavish lifestyles (that they believe The Lord simply blessed them with, like it didn't come from the tithes and offerings) and suspected fraudulence.

“Moesha” Star Marcus T. Paulk Charged After Allegedly Kicking His Girlfriend

Marcus T. Paulk, star of the hit TV show, “Moesha,” has been charged with domestic violence for allegedly kicking his girlfriend in the stomach.

I’m not sure if you remember, but back in August Paulk was arrested after allegedly kicking his girlfriend Andi Roxx in the stomach.

Paulk turned himself in to police and was arrested on the spot. His girlfriend says that the two got into a verbal altercation, which escalated toward violence. That’s when she says that he punched her in the face and kicked her in the stomach.

But there is another side to the story as well. The girlfriend also admits that she threw punches at Paulk. But the rule seems to be that whoever wins the fight is going to get put in handcuffs.

As a result of what happened on that fateful night, he may end up facing four years in prison.

Do you think Marcus deserves to spend time behind bars, even if he was defending himself?

Ciara Sparks More Pregnancy Rumors At Abu Dhabi Performance...Then Shows Off A FLAT Tummy

We're STILL not sure if Ciara is pregnant, but we see why some folks are quick to jump to that conclusion.  Once again, while in the middle of another performance, what showed up in that belly area indeed may raise an eyebrow.

The newly engaged "Body Party" cutie hit the stage last night to kick off Formula 1 weekend in the city of Abu Dhabi in the UAE.  And while rocking a leather mini skirt and a fitted sleeveless Egyptian inspired sweater, a slight pooch in the belly was visible.

Now we all know CiCi keeps one of the hardest and hottest bodies in the biz...so it did seem a bit striking.  But it could have been anything.

Plus, when she changed clothes and rocked this all leather look on stage, any sign of a belly mysteriously disappeared:

She posted a few of her own pics of her look as well:

Chick's still got a bangin' body though regardless.

KANYE WEST LAUNCHES G.O.O.D. MUSIC CLOTHING LINE

Kanye gives the fashion game another try with his newest collection for G.O.O.D. music.Kanye launches a line of hoodies, socks, hats, swears, tees and tanks in an effort from DONDA, his creative agency.

All the pieces are embossed  with the “GOOD Angel” and/or a  ”GOOD” stamp.

While the price point is a little high for our taste ($55 for a tee is kind of ridiculous), we do like the simplicity of the collection.  Hit the drop to check out some of the pieces.

To purchase you G.O.O.D. music paraphernalia click here.

Toya Wright, Memphitz & Jennifer Williams Flaunt Their Swimsuit Bods In Turks & Caicos...

Hey cuties!  Toya Wright & Jennifer Williams ran into each other while vacaying in Turks this weekend. 

Jen--who may or may not have been filming her new reality show--showed off her hot bikini bod at the Gansevoort Hotel:

And did her best Rihanna-on-vacay impression.  Not even mad..

Toya sipped away on drinks and flaunted her monokini bod:

Lookin' good Toya!  She's rocking high waisted bathing suits from Allusions by A.Lekay, by the way.

And some fun times with starfish ensued

AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES

‘CART SLEDDING’

If parents aren’t going to learn to knock this off we might as well embrace it and make cart sledding an Olympic sport so I don’t feel as guilty watching them fly off into a shelf.

HAVE A GREAT DAY ALL!

EFREM

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Nicki Minaj Dropping Minajesty Fragrance; Unveils New Bottle

Nicki Minaj is adding a new scent to her fragrance collection. Named “Minajesty,” Nicki says that the new fragrance, “smells like a passionate love affair. Mysterious and sexy. An unforgettable and hypnotizing…” – and is also giving fans a glimpse of the bottle.

Following after her ”Pink Friday” fragrance, the new bottle features a mini-minaj; with this one rockin’ a red corset top, and dark pink crinkled hair. Just last week, Nicki shared a couple of pics from the set of a commercial for the new scent.

Get a look at her “Pink Friday” bottles alongside “Minajesty” below:

After posting picture collages to Instagram featuring the current, and past bottles of her fragrance, Nicki had a message for her fans:

I never dreamed I’d have a fragrance as a lil black girl in Queens, New York that was born in Trinidad. My fans made me  #1 in Macy’s with the 1st fragrance and the rest is history. Love u guys. #GodIsInControl.

NeNe Leakes DINE OUT In Beverly Hills In LOVE Tees

NeNe Leakes was seen leaving dinner at Mr. Chow in Beverly Hills.

And like Nicki M, Nene was also

seen rocking a "Love" tee.

Although Nene had love sprawled across her chest, she clearly had no "love" for a disgruntled wedding planner she threw shots at on Twitter. 

In fact, Nene's $1.8 Million wedding could end up "costing" her a great deal more if a judge doesn't toss out a lawsuit filed by Tiffany Cook, who claims Nene never paid her for her services.  Weirdly, Nene acts as though she's never worked with Tiffany, only a planner named Tony.  But we hear Tiffany was the ORIGINAL planner, so apparently things got a little dicey during the planning process.

We'll see how the "love" plays out in court.

Miss Mykie SPEAKS On Being Fired From BET’s 106 & Park, she said ‘Change Is Inevitable’

So what REALLY happened with Miss Mykie, one of BET’s newest hosts on 106 & Park? Viewers and fans have been asking that question for the last few months. Earlier this year, the Howard University graduate, along with Bow Wow and radio personalities Paigion and Shorty Da Prince—became hosts of the urban music’s only video countdown show. But last month, the network confirmed that Bow Wow would be staying on, along with Angela Simmons.

In an interview with EBONY, the 28-year-old speaks on her sudden BET departure:

It’s all love with BET and it will always be. I support BET and they support me 100 percent with my future endeavors. We communicated about what was going on. It’s the TV and entertainment world and you have to prepare yourself for transitions that may come. Change is inevitable. I have grown to understand that it’s just a part of life. It allows you to learn more about yourself. It can be scary or it can be exciting, and whether you like the situation or not you have to keep it moving and make the best of it.

So what’s new for the Denver native? Two weeks ago she launched, The Tea, a fully-produced entertainment talk show exclusive to Instagram. With a built-in set and glam squad, the tightly packed edited mini clips hits Instagram every weekday at 1 p.m. eastern time and noon central time. Topics include everything from twerkin’ to the George Zimmermam verdict. Of the concept, she explained:

I fell in love. I was like ‘OMG this is so innovative and creative’. I was sold after I saw how professional it was. Everyone already has their own show on YouTube, blogs and websites, but nobody has done it on Instagram.

What’s more? She shares that she’s also pursuing her music and has recently signed with a talent agency in LA to purse acting. Sweet! We’re sure she’ll bounce back. Good luck Miss Mykie!

Morris Chestnut Inks Development Deal & New Show With BET

Actor Morris Chestnut inks a development deal with BET, that will include an upcoming television series.

Humor Mill Magazine announced that Chestnut will both develop and play the lead role of the new series, as well as develop additional projects with BET. The actor has recently appeared on Showtime’s original series Nurse Jackie for ten episodes, as well as FX’s American Horror Story, according to IMDB. Chestnut has an extensive background acting in films as well.

This is not new territory for Chestnut as he recently was one of the producers on the hit film Takers (which starred Idris Elba and Michael Ealy) and he also Executive Produced the film Not Easily Broken which he also starred with Taraji P Henson.

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There have been no more details on the upcoming show Chestnut will develop and star in for BET as of yet.

Rasheeda’s I’m Bossy Clothing Line

Well Rasheeda I guess is really making Fetch happen with the Bossy Clothing line, she showed some samples and all I will say is… It could be worse….Giving me Forever 21 add another 20 to make it 41.. Ratchet it looks like stuff that’s already sold in “trendy mall shops” and ebay, but hey get money….

I’m going to buy a bunch of cheap clothes from a chinese whole-seller and start a clothing line “implant the booty haute couture”…LOL!

Racist Crowd Member Throws Bananas At Italy's 1st Black Minister

An audience member in Rome put more racism on display as a reaction to a public appearance by Cecile Kyenge, Italy's first Black minister. Kyenge was littered with bananas during a speaking engagement Friday (July 26).

Kyenge, 47, thought she was addressing a group of supporters about a new interrogation program when an unidentified person threw fruit at the stage, but never hit her. The move has become the latest in recurring instances of racial discrimination since she took office. A native of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kyenge came to Italy for college as a teenager. In recent weeks, Italians opposed to a Black person holding government rank haven't been shy about using racism as a form of expression.

NBC News reports:

Kyenge has faced almost daily racial slurs and threats since joining the government. Earlier this month a senator from the anti-immigration Northern League party likened her to an orangutan and only apologized after a storm of criticism.

Last month, a local Northern League councilor said Kyenge should be raped so she understands how victims of crimes committed by immigrants feel. The councilor has received a suspended jail sentence and a temporary ban from public office.

Shortly before Friday's incident, members of the far-right Forza Nuova group left mannequins covered in fake blood near the site of the Democratic Party rally in protest against Kyenge's proposal to make anyone born on Italian soil a citizen.

On Twitter, Kyenge called the banana situation "sad"and  a waste of food given the "people dying of hunger." She's been fending off racial slurs from people inside and outside the government.

Official Dolores “Dolly” Valandro (mentioned above) resigned after posting on Facebook:  “Why does no one rape her, so she can understand what the victims of atrocious crime feel?” The disrespectful comment came ahead of Italian Senate member Roberto Calderoli comparing her to a monkey.  “I love animals—bears and wolves, as everyone knows—but when I see the pictures of Kyenge, I cannot [help] but think of, even if I'm not saying she is one, the features of an orangutan,” he reportedly said.

Kyenge has found backing among some of her colleagues, including Environment Minister Andrea Orlando who expressed the "utmost indignation" for what he named a "lowly act."

Any other responses will be up to the people, according to Kyenge. “In the end it will be up to the public institutions to respond to these aggressions,” she told The Daily Beast. “The fact that there is a Ministry of Integration at all means there is impetus for change.

“This is not my problem or a problem about me specifically,” she told reporters outside the rally where the bananas were thrown. This is about people who manifest their discomfort with diversity in unhealthy ways. It is my job to listen to them.”

“Real Housewives” Teresa And Joe Giudice Charged With Tax And Fraud

Things are quickly turning sour off-screen for “Real Housewives of New Jersey” stars Terea and Joe Giudice.

On Monday the pair was indicted on fraud and tax charges and according to the Department of Justice, they were “in a conspiracy to defraud lenders and illegally obtain mortgages and other loans as well as allegedly hiding assets and income during a bankruptcy case.”

A 39-count indictment came back to a federal grand jury and the couple is accused of “conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, bank fraud, making false statements on loan applications and bankruptcy fraud,” along with Joe failing to file tax returns between 2004 and 2008.

U.S. Attorney Paul J. Fishman adds, “The indictment returned today alleges the Guidices lied to the bankruptcy court, to the IRS and to a number of banks. Everyone has an obligation to tell the truth when dealing with the courts, paying their taxes and applying for loans or mortgages. That’s reality.”

Khloe Kardashian Confronts Lamar Odom's Lover

Khloe Kardashian tried to take control of her spiraling marriage by confronting husband Lamar Odom's lover at a basketball game. 

Lamar Odom is rumored to have been cheating on Khloe Kardashian for years. Now that one of his (alleged) former mistresses is speaking to the press, it’s all out in the open and Khloe has to confront the fact that her man is a lying cheater. Or not. We’ve heard that Khloe kicked Lamar out of the house when she first heard about his cheating, but that she let him back in about a month ago and is determined to try and make their marriage work. Since Khloe loves Lamar and wants to believe the best of him, she’s focusing her ire on the other party. Radar has details of a confrontation Khloe had with Lamar’s mistress Jennifer at one of his games. She basically laid down the law and made the woman know she was not welcome there.

Khloe saw Jennifer in the stands of a Los Angeles Clippers NBA game in January, according to reports in In Touch and Life & Style. Khloe “lost it” a source told one of the mags.

“Khloe told her, ‘How dare you come here?’ It was like Khloe wanted to take control of her marriage. It freaked Jen out – and Lamar even more.”

Richardson was seated just a few rows behind Khloe, who “went nuts” according to Life & Style. She demanded of Jennifer: “Why are you here?”

The confrontation took place in the same month that Khloe booted Lamar into a separate bedroom, a source told Radar exclusively. And after that, the NBA player left the house for a hotel, although he is now back home part-time.

Richardson, meanwhile, isn’t going away. In fact, she’s been speaking out more and more about her relationship with Lamar, now giving video interviews, discussing their sex life, their emotional bond and even their threesome!

George Zimmerman’s Brother Warns Civil Suit ‘Might Not Be Very Flattering’ for Trayvon Martin’s Family

Robert Zimmerman, whose younger brother George Zimmerman was acquitted for his role in the death of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin, told The Huffington Post on Friday that a civil suit might lead to unpleasant facts coming to light about the Florida teenager’s family.

Check out what he had to say:

“A myriad of things that were off-limits in a criminal trial would come into play in a civil case. Specifically, things that might not be very flattering to Trayvon or his family.”

“I don’t expect a wrongful death suit … There is the potential assertion of civil immunity before the case would even start — things that were off limits during the case might also come up then. Also, a criminal acquittal goes a long way to supporting a civil immunity claim.”

Robert Zimmerman is using this tragedy as his personal “15 minutes” of fame.

The Air Jordan 3 "Fire Red" Drops This Saturday [PHOTOS]

Girlfriends, Boyfriends, Husbands and wives, your significant others with a sneaker jones will be busy this Saturday morning (August 3). That's when the Air Jordan 3 Retro in the "Fire Red" colorway makes its return. Plan accordingly. 

Speaking of, Foot Locker has details on how to cop. In partnership with mall management, SELECT Foot Locker stores will implement a sweepstakes ticket procedure* in order to purchase the Air Jordan 3 Retro “White/Fire Red” (on sale 8/3/13 for $160). The sweepstakes ticket procedures will begin Wednesday, July 31st and end on Thursday, August 1st. If your ticket number is selected, you will be notified by phone on Friday, August 2nd. These procedures are for SELECT STORES only. To find out which store near you will carry the shoe and if that store will implement the sweepstakes ticket procedure, please visit the Foot Locker “Launch Locator” here. This release will also be available on Footlocker.com starting at 8:00 a.m. EDT on Saturday, August 3rd.

Our customers are our priority and we encourage everyone to follow the procedure outlined above in an orderly and safe manner. We thank you in advance.

Yeah yeah, there is no "Nike Air" on the heel. Get over it. "Fire Red" is one of the four original OG colorways ("White Cement," "Black Cement," and "True Blue") of Michael Jordan's third, signature sneaker. This is not the one to snooze on or you will regret not dropping that $160 for a pair.

This is a full size run, so you'll be able to share the love via girl and kids sizes.

The Celebs Show Up For Deion Sanders Black & Red Gala

ATL celebrities put on their best for Deion Sanders’ ‘Black & Red Ball’.

Last weekend, the former Hall of Famer hosted the festive event, during his 4th Annual Prime Time Youth Sports Weekend.

We spotted ex-NFL’er Kordell Stewart (who is knee-deep in divorce drama with Real Housewives of Atlanta’s Porsha Stewart); Married 2 Medicine cast members Quad Webb-Lunceford (with her hubby), Kari Wells and Dr. Simone Whitmore; Big Rich Atlanta’s Sabrina Rowe and Sharlinda Parker; R&B Divas’ Nicci Gilbert, Braxton Family Values’ Tawanda Braxton; Teddy Riley along with Deion’s children Deion Jr and Deiondra. 

AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES

‘EWW LA LA’

I get angry when women dress sloppy and inappropriately in public. How did you think I was going to react when you two did it? C’mon people! I’ve got family and loved ones, let’s not try to give me an aneurysm over here, ok?

HAVE A GREAT DAY!!!

EFREM