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Friday, July 19, 2013

PRIME TIME EMMY NOMINATIONS ARE IN SCANDAL KERRY WASHINGTON ALSO DON CHEADLE, ALFRE WOODWARD ARE NOMINATED

The Winners are? Award season is in full swing and the 2013 Primetime Emmy nominations are in! Announced this morning, July 18th, in Los Angeles, three of your favorites have gained their spot on the bill.

Kerry Washington is nominated for Lead Actress In A Drama Series, as Olivia Pope in the ABC’s, Scandal. Don Cheadle is nominated for Lead Actor In A Comedy Series as Marty Kaan in Showtime’s House of Lies. Alfre Woodard is nominated for Supporting Actress In A Miniseries Or A Movie as Ouiser in Lifetime’s Steel Magnolias.

Kerry has been making major moves in media lately, and this current nomination adds to the list. She is the first Black actress since Cicely Tyson (in the 1994-95 season) to be nominated in the Lead Actress in A Drama Series category. Ms. Tyson was nominated for her work in the NBC legal drama, Sweet Justice.
If Kerry wins, she will be the first Black actress to accomplish this feat in this category in the sixty-five years of the telecast.
The 65th Annual Primetime Emmys will be held Sunday, September 22, at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, airing on CBS. Will you be watching?

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MIKE VICK WANTS YOU TO KNOW "PRISON MADE ME A BETTER PERSON"

Dog catcher, Michael Vick told TMZ that his involvement with a children’s  charity is not a publicity stunt to fix his image.  He said he is truly a changed man after his prison stint.




“Sometimes it takes this … for a person to go through certain hardships … to realize what their purpose really is,” Vick said.
“I think God placed it on my heart when I was incarcerated to come out and be the best person I can be and to help as many people as I can help.”

Thursday, July 18, 2013

RIHANNA NO ROGUE FRAGRANCE AD

This is the pop star’s fourth fragrance following Nude, Rebelle, and Reb’l Fleur. It is described as having a “flirty, sensual Oriental” blend of lemon blossom, cyclamen, jasmine, rose, plum, and suede over a musky base of woods, patchouli, vanilla, and amber.

Rihanna strips down in the ad for her newest fragrance “Rogue by Rihanna.” A topless RiRi kicks up her heels against the bottle in the image photographed by Mario Sorrenti.
According to WWD, the scent will be available at Macy’s, Dillard’s, and Belk in September, with prices ranging from $18 for a roller ball to $69 for a 4.2-oz. bottle.
“People are always changing and evolving and with Rogue I wanted to switch it up to reflect who I am today,” said RiRi. “I made it for all women, for every mood, because we all want to project our true selves.”

She is also working on a men’s version of the fragrance.

LA LA ANTHONY INKS NEW BOOK GIVES RELATIONSHIP ADVICE " THE LOVE PLAYBOOK"

A lot of critics are saying she is not qualified to give relationship advice just yet? But as they say "to each it's own".  The former MTV Veejay turned reality television star,  La La Anthony is cooking up your next read ––The Love Playbook: Rules for Love, Sex, and Happiness.

Co-authored with American journalist and publisher, Karen Hunter, the hardcover is slated to launch on January 28, 2014 via Penguin Group publisher Celebra.
We can expect La La’s newest volume to chronicle her search for romance as her quest for love culminates some hard-earned advice about how to have a healthy relationship. Married to New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony since 2010, “the star details the bad dates and backstabbing friends she had to overcome to get to where she is now.”
Anthony tells Us Weekly:
I’m so excited to be sharing my insights on love and relationships. I hope this book shows women that they can overcome obstacles in their love life and be truly happy!
Anthony just celebrated her 3 year anniversary with her NBA husband Carmelo Anthony.

TINA TURNER MARRIES HER LONGTIME BOYFRIEND AFTER 27 YEARS OF DATING

Never too late for love, If anyone knows a thing or two about bad marriages it’s R&B legend Tina Turner. That’s why the 73-year-old “Proud Mary” singer waited 2 decades to tie the knot again. Turner and Erwin Bach, her boyfriend of 27 years, plan to wed this Sunday in a civil ceremony in Switzerland, People.com reports.

Turner and Bach have lived together in Zurich, Switzerland, for more than 15 years. The couple plan to have a Buddhist celebration at their home near Lake Zurich on Sunday, according to People.com. Turner recently applied for Swiss citizenship after renouncing her American citizenship.

Turner’s last marriage to musician Ike Turner ended in divorce in 1976, after years of abuse. Ike died in 2008 of a cocaine overdose.

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

READY FOR MORE SCANDAL? BET TO AIR SEASON 1 & 2 THIS SUMMER AND CURRENT EPISODES

Being that we are true Gladiators, we are game to watch the first 2 seasons all over again, such a good look for our favorite show.  Kerry Washington’s hit ABC drama ‘Scandal’ is heading to BET this fall. According to published reports, season one and two of the political drama will begin airing in late summer, while current episodes of season three will air a week after they are broadcast on ABC.
BET will begin airing the first two seasons with a marathon starting in August and will continue to air episodes up until the season three premiere in September.

The magic number for shows to be sold into syndication used to be 5 years, 100 episodes, but in recent years shows with exceptional hit value have had their syndication rights snapped up as early as their first season (Glee, Modern Family).

Congrats to Kerry and company. Cha Ching $$$.

NEW PROMO PICS: TIA & TAMERA POSE FOR ‘MILKY’ WITH SONS ADEN & CREE


Our favorite twins, Tia and Tamera Mowry do –– Milky, that is. The twins have embarked upon a new marketing endeavor that advocates a supplemental tea that helps nursing mothers produce more of their quality breast milk.
During their photoshoot, the TV stars brought sons Aden and Cree along for the ride. Donning curve-loving dresses and accenting shoes, the mothers posed with their all-too-adorable kids.

VIDEO: K. MICHELLE – ‘I DON’T LIKE ME’

Love her! K. Michelle rebels against insecurity in the video for “I Don’t Like Me.” The red-haired songstress tells an emotional story of a young lady, who suffers from low self-esteem. As she lays in bed with a man by her side, she dwells on her flaws and compares herself to other girls.
“‘Cause all that I can see is she’s prettier than me/ Damn, I wish I had her body/ I can hear my self-esteem/ I don’t like me,” sings the “Love & Hip Hop Atlanta” star.
The raw record is one of 11 tracks on her upcoming debut Rebellious Soul, due August 13.

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

TRYA BANKS AND ASHTON KUTCHER INVEST IN A SHOPPING SITE THEHUNT.COM


Given the endless amount of hours we spend online these days, it's safe to say that we're always on the lookout for the coolest new developments in technology—especially when there's an awesome focus on (what else?) fashion!
And if there are a handful of celebrity investors involved? You better believe we'll be clicking right to it in no time!

Allow us to direct your attention to TheHunt.com, the new community-driven shopping experience that makes social media photos (ah-hem, Instagram addicts!) totally shoppable, and most recently backed by Tyra Banks!
That's right, the America's Next Top Model host and savvy businesswoman is the newest financier to invest in the cool start-up, joining the ranks of Ashton Kutcher, as well.
Wow! Now this must really be something.

Notably, this is Banks' first fashion investment through her company, Fierce Capital, LLC, of The Tyra Banks Company; and given that she is now a proud graduate of Harvard Business School, we're betting she's making a smart move with this one.  
"The Hunt brings a fun and innovative approach to shopping and fashion," the style guru said in a release. "What I love most about The Hunt is that women help other women find their perfect outfit H2T [head-to-toe]. I am excited to be part of this new approach to collective retail and styling." Sounds too good to be true!

So what is this site all about? In short, The Hunt simplifies the online shopping process through social media, so all of that time spent pinning and regramming doesn't go to waste! 
If you're anything like us and find yourself swooning over an amazing pair of heels or a to-die-for dress you discovered on Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram or Tumblr, but don't know where to find it, this site is for you!
The Hunt quickly and efficiently points consumers to an exact point-of-purchase, so that you're never at a loss when it comes to locating the latest must-have item for your closet.

The shopping site has already attracted celeb fans like Christina Millian and Kat Graham.

CHRIS BROWN PROBATION REVOKED



Somebody still got some serious problems, Chris Brown’s probation was revoked by a Los Angeles judge on Monday after an alleged hit-and-run accident.

The Los Angeles County District Attorney filed a motion to revoke Brown’s probation after he was charged with misdemeanor hit-and-run and driving without a valid license. After reviewing the case, Superior Court Judge James Brandlin decided to revoke Brown’s probation in the 2009 assault of Rihanna.
“In this matter, probation is revoked,” said Brandlin (via AP).
 The R&B singer was not taken into custody and was released on his own recognizance. He is due back in court on August 16, where a judge will decide whether he actually violated his probation.

Brown’s lawyer Mark Geragos hopes the matter will be resolved informally without a major probation hearing.

Shortly before appearing in court, Brown tweeted about the hit-and-run accident. “I did everything I was suppose to do during the so called hit n run, I provided the correct info. There were no injuries or damages. C’mon!!” he said.

If the judge determines that Brown has indeed violated his probation, he faces up to four years in prison.

KAYNE WEST CLOTHING LINE SELLS OUT

North West daddy, Kanye West is not only making waves on the charts, but also in the fashion world. Moments after going on sale, his men’s clothing collection with French brand A.P.C. sold out.  Apparently everybody wants to look like Kayne these days.
After it launched Sunday at 10 a.m. Paris time, the nine-piece capsule collection crashed the site and was soon unavailable.

The pricey line consists of two pairs of jeans priced at $265, long and short-sleeved hoodies ($250-280), and “Hip-Hop T-shirt” that costs $120.

Kanye worked closely with A.P.C. designer Jean Touitou on the collection, which took two years to create. “Over the months, we kept hanging out and finally came up with the idea of doing a small capsule collection of clothes together,” said Touitou. “‘Small’ meaning that this capsule collection consists of a jean, a hoodie and a T-shirt. Those are precious to me and to Kanye too, because it took time and thoughts to get there.”
According to People, A.P.C. has restocked some items and is accepting pre-orders for other sold-out items through Wednesday at 1 p.m.  Sorry we just don't get it, hit the snooze button on these looks!

MARIAH CAREY PERFORMS WITH HER BLINGED OUT SLING AT THE SANDY HOOKS RELIEF BENEFIT

Even in her most vulnerable state, she’s still a diva.

Despite any injury, Mariah Carey gave an emotional performance at the MLB All-Star Charity Concert for Hurricane Sandy in NYC’s famed Central Park this weekend. Mariah, 43, sung a few of fan favorites; including “My All,” “Hero,” and her latest, “#Beautiful.”
Fans also got a taste of the first ever live performance of “Looking In” which lives on her 1995 album Daydream, moving the singer to tears. Peep video below:



Monday, July 15, 2013

VIDEO: BEYONCE INTERRUPTS CONCERT TO SING A TRIBUTE TO TRAYVON MARTIN IN NASHVILLE

Beyonce interrupted her own concert last night to take a moment of silence for Trayvon Martin ... right after news broke that jurors found his shooter, George Zimmerman, not guilty.

It happened at Bey's Nashville concert Saturday. About 30 minutes before the singer took the stage, news broke that Zimmerman was acquitted of both the 2nd degree murder charge and manslaughter charge in the shooting death of 17-year-old Trayvon.
“I’d like to have a moment of silence for Trayvon,” said Bey (via AP), whose concert at Bridgestone Arena started about 30 minutes after the not guilty verdict was read.
After the moment of silence, Beyonce sang the chorus of "I Will Always Love You" (above), before leading into her own gut-wrenching ballad "Halo".


BOO GAZING CELEBS OUT: JAY-Z , MARIAH CAREY, MILEY CYRUS, MIGUEL & MORE

A shoulder injury can't slow down Mariah Carey, who rocks a glamorous (albeit practical!) accessory at Saturday's MLB All-Star Charity Concert in N.Y.C.
Jay-Z makes his way from the art gallery to London's Yahoo! Wireless Festival stage on Saturday.
Miguel performs at Wireless Festival in London, Britain.
Love her, Emeli Sande performs on stage at the 'T In The Park Festival' in Scotland.
Sexy Rihanna heading to a boat at the Port of Hercule in Monaco going to a super yacht.
Tatyana Ali seen shooting for 'A Very Larry Christmas' in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles.
Kourtney Kardashian takes her daughter Penelope out for a lunch date in Los Angeles, love the sandals and the Prada diaper bag.

Mom-to-be Jennifer Love Hewitt lets her growing belly take center stage in Burbank, Calif., where she cerebrated Old Navy's Mickey Through the Decades collection at a Saturday Walt Disney Studios event.
Life's a beach for Gwen Stefani and son Kingston, 7, who soak up the Malibu sun.
This little boy, Giving Ben Franklin a run for his money, Miley Cyrus stocks up on some groceries with her mom Tish Cyrus at Trader Joe's in Toluca Lake, Calif.


Sunday, July 14, 2013

CELEBRITIES REACT TO TRAYVON MARTIN VERDICT: RUSSEL SIMMONS, KELLY ROWLAND, CHRIS BROWN, LIL WAYNE & MANY MORE

A collective outrageous gasp swept over the Internet when the verdict in the Trayvon Martin murder trial was announced on Saturday night. George Zimmerman, who fatally shot the 17-year-old, was acquitted of second-degree murder and manslaughter by a jury of six women in Sanford, Florida. The unbelievable not guilty verdict has left the country in a state of shock. (read below)
Celebrities took to social media to share their reactions to the not guilty verdict. Many were shocked, most were saddened, and some were simply at a loss for words.

Kelly Rowland shed tears for the slain teenager and his family, Lil’ Kim cried out for justice, and Russell Simmons called for a change to gun laws.

Diddy: MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO TRAYVON’S FAMILY!!!! GOD BLESS THEM!!!!

Lil Wayne: Tampa was amazing but kame bak to my bus and saw da news…ain’t shit change, and I may never get to see it do so. I pray 4my kids & yours.

Santigold: OMG!What the fuck kind of verdict is that!So disappointed in our legal system right now.This is absolutely unacceptable! #georgezimmerman

Keri Hilson: I have no words for the verdict. But I know God is in charge. No words.

Chris Brown: Bullshit!

Diggy Simmons: Can’t even believe it… We cared so his name doesn’t go in vain. #RipTrayvonMartin

Meek Mill: He made out better than mike Vick….. And that was a simple dog fight! … It’s not about black and white or any other race..It’s about the value of a black kid life being very low in America..With a black president

The-Dream: One Day we will stop tearing each other Down and face Reality. Beyond Entertainment a Life of Color holds no Weight. Wake the Fuck Up!

Estelle: This is purely ridiculous. The fck kinda bs verdict is that??! My heart hurts for his parents right now. Just…

Busta Rhymes: #ZIMMERMAN #NOTGUILTY!! GOD GOT A GREATER PUNISHMENT 4 THIS FUCK BOY THAN THE COURT SYSTEM!! #Staytuned… WE WILL LIVE 2 SEE HIM PAY!!

Trey Songz: Can’t even gather words to express my hurt for Trayvon’s family. Devastated

Hit-Boy: They care more about dogs for sure.

Wale: Lock a man away for dogfighting (which is wrong) for two years . But u can kill a. Child tho.

Melody Thornton: I want to have faith in our system but I can only honestly say I am so fucking angry that a life was lost and 1 spared in the wrong order

K. Michelle: Get the fuck outta here… This is just pathetic.

Rick Ross: My condolences continue to go the Martin family.

Brianna Perry: Speechless… Heartbroken… No justice! Not a single charge?! Total slap in the face. Unbelievable #YRB

Rihanna: This is the saddest news ever!!! #whatsjustice #pray4theMartinFamily

Dawn Richard: Praying for Trayvon’s family in this time of sorrow. This speaks volumes about our society and where we are in this time. Wow

Bridget Kelly: Race is an issue, but it’s not THE issue here. A child was murdered. A life was taken. And there is no justice served. Unacceptable.

Nelly: Holy sh#t….. WTH just happen AMERICA ????

Nicki Minaj: What are your thoughts? @BarackObama We’re allowed to disregard 911 operators, pursue and kill ppl now? But send lauryn hill to jail 4 TAXES … May God console the Martins at this time; as well as every other family that’s gone through this type of injustice.

LoLa Monroe: How devastating!! Praying for Trayvon’s mother and family..! Wow

Leah LaBelle: im sorry. this is unreal to me. im literally heart broken. sending so much love out to the family & loved ones of Trayvon Martin. i am speechless.

Missy Elliott: @Timbaland Wow! Smh! Its like Living in the Last Days! #speechless

Cassie: So sad. No words. #JusticeforTrayvon

Q-Tip: This is worse than Rodney king So crazy

Tamar Braxton: Going to bed. This has ruined my whole night. :( #JusticeForTrayvon

Miguel: shame, reputation always gets the benefit of the doubt. harsh reality. #Trayvon

Miley Cyrus: I feel sick. #RipTrayvonMartin

Russell Simmons: Prayers for the Martin family. … Only God knows what was on Zimmerman mind but the gun laws and stand your ground laws must change.

will.i.am: What’s wrong with the world mama!!! #whereIStheLOVE #zimmermanVSamerica

Christina Milian: Sad.. The Florida court system made a major fail. #RipTrayvonMartin #JusticeForTrayvon.. So unfortunate things like this happens everyday

Earl Sweatshirt: disheartening news

?uestlove: i need healing. i wanna be responsible & a model example but there’s this voice in my head laughing like “pssh told you that you aint shit”

Lil’ Kim: #riptrayvonmartin Very sad. I just heard about the verdict. We need justice.

Kelly Rowland: #Disappointed. literally in tears right now, over the way a KILLER was found not guilty!!?KeepingTrayvon’s family in my prayers! In shock!

Azealia Banks: It is a very sad day. They ACTUALLY put Michael Vic in jail for killing some damn dogs, and they let Zimmerman free after killing an innocent child.

Omarion: SMH! #RipTrayvonMartin it’s sad how history continues to repeat itself.The ultimate judge [Jehovah God] will serve justice believe that!

The Game: I feel for his parents & family…… Lord knows my heart couldn’t hold the amount of pain they’re drowning in. #RIPTrayvonMartin

Ciara: Whenever Some One Has Done Wrong, They Will Have To Face It. No Matter What. God Will Handle It. For There Is No Power Greater Than His.

Lupe Fiasco: Nobody knows what really happened except trayvon and Zimmerman. The justice system relies on reasonable doubt not our emotions. The case should have never been televised as the potential to antagonize US race relations was, in my dumb, opinion too risky & unnecessary.

Jhené Aiko: wow

Glitz: not a celebrity but agree 100% the justice system has once again FAILED, and today is the first day that we are considering leaving this racist country.