LADY GAGA TO PERFORM NATIONAL ANTHEM AT SUPER BOWL 50

Gaga is going to the Super Bowl. While Beyoncé and Coldplay gear up for their halftime performance on Sunday, Lady Gaga will have different duties for the big game.

Before the Carolina Panthers face off against the Denver Broncos, the pop superstar will take the field at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. to sing “The Star-Spangled Banner.” She will be accompanied by Oscar-winning actress Marlee Matlin, who’s slated to perform in American Sign Language, according to the AP.

Gaga, who earned a Golden Globe for her work in “American Horror Story: Hotel,” joins a long list of esteemed artists who have had the same honor, including Alicia Keys, Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, and Whitney Houston.

Following Super Bowl 50, Gaga will head to L.A. to pay tribute to David Bowie at the Grammys on Feb. 15. She is also scheduled to perform her Academy Award-nominated song “Til It Happens to You” from The Hunting Ground at the 88th Oscars on Feb. 28.

TYREESE CELEBRATES "BEAUTIFUL BLACK WOMAN" WITH A TRIBUTE TO VIOLA DAVIS

YASSS!!!  Singer/actor Tyrese Gibson penned this emotional Instagram tribute to the beautiful Viola Davis, who picked up a SAG Award for best actress this weekend.

The 40-year-old “How To Get Away With Murder” star is an inspiration to 100% black women and girls everywhere.

Every year the Screen Actor’s Guild celebrates outstanding achievements in film, radio and television (mostly television).

Ms. Davis, who won a SAG Award for Best Actress in a television drama, had this to say about the controversy surrounding the #OscarsSoWhite protests in the green room:

“We have become a society of trending topics. Diversity is not a trending topic. It’s just not. I’ve always considered myself an actor since I got my equity card in 1988. I’ve never put any limitations on myself. I felt like I can play Chekhov — any character in Chekhov — in Shakespeare, in Miller, in August Wilson.”

Obviously moved to tears by Davis’s speech, Tyrese posted this lengthy tribute to her on his Instagram account.

Davis and her husband, actor Julius Tennon, 62, adopted a biracial girl as a newborn in 2011.

AND THE WINNER IS...THE SAG AWARDS 2016 GOES DIVERSE (FULL LIST OF WINNERS)

So the SAG AWARDS just gave the Oscars the middle finger! 'Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to diverse TV!' SAG Awards make a mockery of Oscars race row as black actors Idris Elba, Queen Latifah, Viola Davis and Uzo Aduba all walk away with prizes.

In the midst of the Oscars racism row the Screen Actors Guild Awards was dishing out prizes to nominees of all races and backgrounds on Saturday night.

Among the big winners were Idris Elba, who got two statuettes (center) - for Best Supporting Actor for Beasts Of No Nation and Best Actor in a TV Miniseries for Luther.

Viola Davis (left), who was awarded Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Drama Series for How To Get Away With Murder, Queen Latifah (right), who won Best Actress in a TV Movie or Miniseries for HBO's Bessie, and Uzo Aduba (inset), the winner of Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series for Orange Is The New Black. After winning two awards, an overwhelmed Elba told the star-studded audience at the Shrine Auditorium in LA:

'Welcome to diverse Tv"

Earlier this month the actor had spoken out against this year's Oscars nominations, which are all-white. Elba, who first made his name in the gritty drama series The Wire, was a surprise winner despite the critical acclaim he has received for his performance in Beasts Of No Nation and as a tormented detective in Luther. 

'I remember getting my SAG card from Law & Order 20 odd years ago,' the actor said as he excitedly collected his first award of the night for Beasts Of No Nation. 'We made a film about real people and real lives, you know, and to be rewarded for it is very special. Thank you for giving this film some light, respect, love.'

 

While the Academy Awards is in the grips of a race argument, the Screen Actors Guild proved to be a clear celebration of diversity on Saturday. Congratulations to all the WINNERS!

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CELEBRITY APPRENTICE CAST WITH NEW HOST REVEALED: LAILA ALI, PORSHA WILLIAMS, SNOOKI & MORE

Arnold Schwarzenegger's reign as the new host of Celebrity Apprentice will begin with a diverse round-up of contestants. Musicians Vince Neil, Boy George and Carnie Wilson are just a few of the names competing to donate $250,000 to the charity of their choice.

The other 13 contestants include Laila Ali, Brooke Burke-Charvet, Eric Dickerson, Matt Iseman, Carrie Keagan, Carson Kressley, Lisa Leslie, Jon Lovitz, Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi, Kyle Richards, Chael Sonnen, Porsha Williams and Ricky Williams. With 

Schwarzenegger replacing presidential candidate Donald Trump as the new host, a new panel of advisors have also been tapped for the eighth season. Warren Buffett, Tyra Banks, Steve Ballmer and Jessica Alba will be assisting the former California governor throughout the season.

NBC severed ties with Trump following derogatory comments he made about Mexicans and immigration. "At NBC, respect and dignity for all people are cornerstones of our values," the network said last June. 

Along with the new host and panel of advisors, the series will relocate from New York City to Los Angeles. The Terminator star will also get his own catchphrase, replacing Trump's "You're fired." According to Variety's Elizabeth Wagmeister, Schwarzenegger's new catchphrase has already been chosen but it will not be revealed until the new season airs. A premiere date has yet to be set.

TYRA BANKS IS A MOM! ANNOUNCES NEW BABY BOY VIA SURROGATE WITH HER BOYFRIEND

Surprise! 42 year old Tyra Banks is a brand-new mom.

The supermodel, businesswoman and America's Next Top Model host delivered huge news to her followers Wednesday evening. As it turns out, her family just got a little bigger with the help from a surrogate. 

"The best present we worked and prayed so hard for is finally here," she shared on Instagram with a photo of baby clothes. "He's got my fingers and big eyes and his daddy Erik's mouth and chin. As we thank the angel of a woman that carried our miracle baby boy for us, we pray for everyone who struggles to reach this joyous milestone. York Banks Asla, welcome to the world."

Boyfriend Erik Asla added, "Witnessing the dawn of life is possibly life's greatest gift." 

The news comes after for former FABLife co-host talked openly about her fertility struggles. After Chrissy Teigen opened up about her obstacles at getting pregnant, Tyra decided to also share her own personal hurdles.

Tyra later admitted on the show that she was undergoing IVF treatments before reiterating how important it was for women to support each other. 

Congratulations to the happy couple on their family news! 

TONI BRAXTON BIOPIC "UNBREAK MY HEART" SCORES BIG ON LIFETIME & WATCH FULL VIDEO

The highly anticipated Lifetime biopic “Toni Braxton: Unbreak My Heart” aired last Saturday night (January 23, 2016), and while many were skeptical, it seems the network finally came through with a believable account.

And to put the icing on the cake...The Toni Braxton: Unbreak My Heartbiopic proved to be Lifetime's top-rated debut in over a year.

An impressive 3.6 million viewers tuned in to watch the show on Saturday night.
The made-for-TV movie became the network's top-rated movie in key demos, according to Variety.

Lex Scott Davis starred as Toni Braxton in the film and the movie covered the highs and lows of her musical career.  As executive-producer of the film it was Toni’s mission to tell a true account of her experience.

It also stands as cable’s No. 1 original movie since the January 2015 premiere of Lifetime's Whitney with 4.5 million viewers overall.

Toni Braxton, 48, executive produced the two-hour film - alongside producer Kenneth 'Babyface' Edmonds - which was based on her popular memoir.

“I think it’s important that when I’m telling my story … I wanted to be honest with myself. Not only did people hurt me, but I hurt people, too,” she said in a recent interview.
“And I wanted them to go along with me during my struggle. I wanted them to feel like they were there beside me through all the ups and downs.”

In case you missed it, watch the full movie below:



GREAT JOB TONI!!

MARIAH CAREY ENGAGED TO BILLIONAIRE BOYFRIEND PROPOSES WITH A 7.5 MILLION DOLLAR RING!

For months there have been rumors that Mariah Carey and her billionaire boyfriend James Packer were talking marriage.  The Australian billionaire proposed on Thursday evening in New York City

Mariah Carey and billionaire James Packer are engaged after a whirlwind romance.   Just after, the Mariah was spotted flashing her sizable engagement rock, thought to be worth over $7 Million dollars, 46, and Packer, 47, went public with their romance in June 2015.

The musician flashed her new, diamond engagement rock, which has an estimated value of $7.5 million USD (£5million), on Thursday after the 47-year-old casino billionaire got down on one knee that evening, following less than a year of dating.

Mariah couldn't hide her delight as she arrived at their engagement party at Eleven Madison Park that night with a huge smile on her face and an even bigger rock on her left hand. David Allen, Creative Director 77Diamonds, had this to say: 

'This emerald cut diamond engagement ring looks to be around 30 carats and given Mariah’s penchant for perfection it will no doubt be of the top colour and clarity quality. 

It is believed that the pair, whose combined estimated fortune is around $3.4billion USD (AU$4.89billion) have no wedding date has been set just yet.

The marriage will be Mariah's third shot at happiness, having previously spent seven years with Nick Cannon, with whom she has two children, and five years with music executive Tommy Mottola.

James, meanwhile, is also anticipating a third marriage, thanks to his 2013 separation from Erica Packer after six years and three-year union with Jodhi Meares. 


Big congratulations to the rich ass couple!

STYLE BREAKDOWN: JENNIFER LOPEZ VEGAS OPENING COSTUMES..VERSACE AND MORE!

 

 Versace, Versace! Jennifer Lopez is ageless—a singing supernova who is unapologetically grown-up, holding her own in a world of pop-star girls who play up their ingenue status—and as of tonight, she will join the iconic ranks of Elvis, Cher, and Prince before her as she embarks on a three-year residency in Las Vegas.

Never afraid of a little sparkle, Lopez brought a shimmying splendor to her performance attire long before she got top billing on the Vegas Strip for her new show, As for last night opening concert, expect nothing less than over-the-top dazzle from the star, who will be wearing three glamorous looks all courtesy of Swarovski and Versace.

Designed by Donatella Versace with help from costumers and stylists Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn, the looks include a high-slit, plumage-packed gown and a bedazzled take on athleisure—both dotted with the classic Versace medusa emblems.

If there’s anything Jennifer is known for, it’s glamour. We decided to go over the top with a belted Swarovski crystal jacket, adorned in luxe white feathers from head to toe,” said Zangardi. “This is the ultimate Old Hollywood ‘just lounging look.’

 And by ‘just lounging,’ we mean exuding all kinds of exaggerated glamour.” Swarovski has embellished the ensembles with nearly 260,000 crystals, in colors ranging from Amethyst to Light Siam and Jet. And those aren’t the only glinting numbers to crunch: It took more than two months and over 1,400 hours to create, along with five Swarovski crystal–mesh panels and 100 feet of Swarovski chains. 

But despite all of the glitz, Lopez still stays true to her roots: One outfit is comprised of a crystal-covered hot pink New York Yankees cap, complete with a pair of matching slouchy trousers, bodysuit, and duster jacket—all of which are emblazoned with Bronx. 

TYLER PERRY NEW MOVIE "BOO" A MADEA HALLOWEEN IN PRODUCTION IN ATLANTA

This week, 46 year old ,Tyler Perry Studios announced that they have started production on a new Madea film, “Boo! A Madea Halloween”, which will be distributed by Lionsgate. The film releases October 21st, 2016. Tyler Perry will write, produce, direct, and star in the latest project with the popular character Madea. Ozzie Areu and Will Areu will also be producers on the film. 

The film’s origins date back to when Perry and Chris Rock conspired to include a fictitious Madea Halloween movie in Rock’s film Top Five. Lionsgate then approached Perry and suggested that they make the movie for real.

In “Boo! A Madea Halloween”, Madea winds up in the middle of mayhem when she spends a hilarious, haunted Halloween fending off killers, paranormal poltergeists, ghosts, ghouls, and zombies while keeping a watchful eye on a group of misbehaving teens.

We are thrilled to reunite with the iconic Tyler Perry, one of the greatest creative forces in entertainment and a beloved and cherished member of our Lionsgate family,” said Lionsgate Motion Picture Group Co-Chairs Rob Friedman and Patrick Wachsberger. “‘Boo! A Madea Halloween’ brings together two great Lionsgate traditions — Madea and a Halloween movie — and we know that audiences will find the combination outrageous, hilarious and unbeatable.

Perry will play the roles of “Madea,” in addition to the roles of “Joe” and “Brian.” The film will also star Bella Thorne as “Rain,” Cassi Davis as “Aunt Bam,” Patrice Lovely as “Hattie,” Andre Hall as “Quinton,” Yousef Erakat as “Jonathan,” Lexy Panterra as “Leah,” Diamond White as “Tiffany,” Liza Koshy as “Aday,” Brock O’Hurn as “Horse,” Jimmy Tatro as “Sean,” JC Caylen as “Mikey,” Kian Lawley as “Bean Boy,” and Mike Tornabene as “Dino.” and Tyga makes a cameo.

Production is under way in Atlanta.

STYLE BREAKDOWN: GET THE LOOK? PORSHA WILLIAMS $90 DRESS

Porsha rocking her usual stripper couture...Porsha Williams took to the ‘Gram posing alongside fellow Real Housewives of Atlanta cast mate Sheree Whitfield while sporting a $90 Hot Miami Styles Black Cut Out Peep Hole Mesh Insert Sleeveless Bandage Dress:

 What do you think?

STEVIE J & JOSELINE GO HOLLYWOOD (SUPER TRAILER) SHOWS A HOST OF GUEST DIDDY, FAITH, RUSSEL SIMMIONS & MORE

Love & Hip Hop Atlanta cast members Stevie J and Joseline Hernandez have taken over Hollywood, literally, with their new spin-off, Stevie J & Joseline Go Hollywood. The series premiers January 25th and has a plethora of celebrities popping up including: Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, K.Michelle, Russell Simmons and choreographer, Laurieann Gibson. Stevie’s LHHA cast mate and baby mama Mimi Faust makes an appearance, along with Stevie’s children.

The season follows Stevie J, 44, as he tries his hand at producing films, while his wife, 29, tries to further her career as a dancer and stage performer.

Despite their respective efforts, they find themselves bickering over money, and Hernandez doesn't appreciate Stevie J offering to represent her in exchange for 30 percent of her earnings.

To see Stevie J's kids' thoughts on the couple's bumpy relationship, watch the video below:

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Stevie J & Joseline Go Hollywood

Now of course if you fast forward to today, the couple is supposedly broken up gossip tabloid TMZ reports Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta star Joseline Hernandez poured bleach on a pile of Stevie J‘s designer duds worth $40,000. At least she didn’t set fire to his leased Porsche.

Among the items Joseline allegedly destroyed were a $10,000 Bad Boy jacket — a gift from Sean Combs; $15,000 worth of fine china, and at least 20 pairs of expensive shoes.

Stevie tells TMZ that Hernandez also ruined gifts he received from his baby mamas for Christmas.

Joseline was reportedly jealous over the length of time Stevie is spending with middle aged singer Faith Evans in the studio. Is she serious?

RIDE ALONG 2 NO.1 BEATS OUT STAR WARS OVER THE MLK HOLIDAY WEEKEND

Funny works!  In the end, it was a couple of buddies who knocked The Force out.

"Ride Along 2," the Universal sequel starring Kevin Hart and Ice Cube, opened at No. 1 for the weekend with an estimated $39 million box office, nearing its $40 million budget total on its first weekend out.

It's still less than the $41 million the first Ride Along made on its first weekend and well lower than the $48 million it banked over its holiday opening on MLK Jr. weekend in 2014. 

And after four weekends of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" at No. 1, the Disney film dropped to No. 3 in its fifth week of release, earning $25 million, according to RenTrak's three-day box office estimates.

"Star Wars" fans may mourn the day the Force bowed to mere mortals.

EMPIRE RENEWED FOR SEASON 3!

As Cookie would say, “Oh, and Anika, this is a no-brainer.”

Fox on Friday announced that it has renewed ratings juggernaut Empire for a third season.  Although down from its Season 1 highs, Empire remains a force to be reckoned with in the Nielsens; it ranks as broadcast TV’s No. 1 show in 18-49 and its cumulative weekly audience exceeds 20 million viewers.

The show resumes its current sophomore season on Wednesday, March 30 at 9/9c. Watch the midseason trailer here.