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Is Rihanna to RATCHED for Instagram?

2013-05-23T20:15:00.000-04:00

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TOO RATCHET FOR INSTAGRAM? Rihanna Posts "Pour It Up" Video Flicks, One Gets SNATCHED!

Get ready for Ratchetville, USA, brought to you by Rihanna's "Pour It Up" video.

We all know Rih Rih is a true bad gal at heart. And she has no problems with showing her ass, literally, to the world. So that's exactly what she did a few hours ago with THIS pic:

We feel like we've seen worse on Instagram, but either Rihanna or the Instagram god themselves snatched this pic down after a couple hours and over 38,000 likes.

Rih also posted a pic of stripper shoes and money from the set...with her face on it of course. So obviously, we're going with a stripper theme (in one way or another) for this video.

Her bestie Melissa was on the set scraping up the money in a pail:

Oh.

And this pic was posted a few days ago of Rih Rih with Melissa asking 'if this was ratchet enough' for us.

This shall be interesting...

Kordell REALLY LOCKED Porsha OUT She moved in with her MOM!

2013-05-23T20:14:00.000-04:00

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Kordell Stewart CHANGED THE LOCKS On Porsha!!

Well I guess former NFL player, Kordell Stewart thinks he till playing football, and wants to lockout out his soon to be ex-wife Porsha Stewart.

According to Porsha, things have gotten so bad that Kordell has changed the locks on that ass and left her out in the cold.

According to TMZ:

According to docs, filed in family court in Georgia, Porsha claims Kordell has locked her out of their residence on multiple occasions … and she had to have her lawyer beg Kordell’s people for a key.

Sources close to the situation tell us Kordell isn’t playing ball — and hasn’t forked over a key.

But there’s more … according to the docs, Porsha tried to work things out with Kordell in a mediation session, but she claims he blew the whole thing off … and called it a “waste of everyone’s time.”

Porsha wants a judge to force Kordell to either allow her to use the house … or pay her enough cash so she can get a “suitable alternative residence.”Sources tell us Porsha is currently living with her mom in ATL — guess she feels it’s just not a “suitable residence” for a grown woman.”

Well Kordell has now responded to the claims. According to legal documents obtained by HipHollywood, Stewart went on to clarify that he changed the locks after the “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star abandoned the residence on April 2.

“(Porsha) established a routine of leaving (the) pre-marital residence without explanation and without consideration of the detrimental effects such behavior would have on the parties’ marriage, and (Kordell’s) nine year old son,” the Civil Action File states before revealing that Stewart also notified Williams via text message reading;

“Hey reaching out not knowing who may or may not have keys to the house at this point, I was concerned for our safety so I changed the locks on the house. If and when you need to get in give me a heads up so you can get in.”

Since experiencing the abrupt changes at her former estate, Williams has reportedly resorted to staying with her mother.

The former couple currently have a temporary hearing scheduled for June 10.

WATCH:

Thoughts?

The Daily Buzz For May 23

2013-05-23T06:35:00.001-04:00

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Dwyane Wade Covers JET Magazine….Talks About His Custody Battle & Relationship With His Ex

Miami Heat baller Dwyane Wade covers JET Magazine June 2013 issue.

Dwyane, talks about being a proud father, and how he raises his two sons and a nephew, who he also has legal guardianship of. He also talks about his ex wife and their rocky relationship.

Read the highlights below.

On what he’s like as a father:

“I’m the kind of parent who asks my kids questions like what would be your ideal thing to do in the summer? This year it’s Disney World. Even though I make the final decision, I want them to feel involved. Not only in vacations but other things as well.”

On custody battle:

“I didn’t set out to get full custody but I wasn’t able to see my kids the way I wanted and I’m not a parent who’s going to run away from his responsibilities. I was probably a terrible husband, but I pride myself on being a good dad.”

On his relationship with ex-wife Siohvaughn Funches:

“It’s been six years and hopefully one day she and I can get to the point where it’s a lot easier than it is now to co-parent.”

The magazine is on Newsstands NOW!

Kandi Burrus & Friends Drop It Like Its Hot For Her Birthday + Porsha Stewart, Rasheeda Attend

37 years young never looked so good on Kandi Burruss. Last wekend, the Real Housewives of Atlanta reality star celebrated her birthday.

Birthday festivities included a trip to Vegas, some zip linning with a few of her BFF’s, an Atlanta birthday dinner and some two-steppin’. Kandi’s fiance (Todd) and daughter (Riley) helped her celebrate, along with Love & Hip Hop Atlanta’s very pregnant Rasheeda, former Football Wives reality star Chanita Foster, former reality star Toya Wright, Real Housewives of Atlanta’s Porsha Stewart and some folks from Kandi’s TAGS boutique and some other fancy folk.

The girls ended a night with a bang, dancing to ‘Doin the Butt’, along with a few other ratchet songs. Peep Porsha and Toya get ‘low’ for all to see.

LOL!!!

DJ Khaled, Swizz & More Shoot "No New Friends" Video

DJ Khaled got all his homies together to shoot the video for "No New Friends" off his upcoming Suffering From Success album. The DJ--who rarely ever does anything more than scream out "We The Best" on every track--brought in Drake (who appears on the song), Birdman, Ace Hood & Swizz Beatz to shoot the vid.

Everyone else was just there to make a cameo and to drink up:

Rick Ross is on the track and showed up to shoot the vid of course. Looks like Ricky's getting a beard shapeup....

By the way, Drake announced that the 4th annual hip hop summer festival OVO FEST will for the first time span two days and take place August 4th and 5th at Toronto's Molson Canadian Amphitheatre.

The T.Dot native sent out a press release about his festival:

Tickets to OVO FEST go on sale May 24th at 10:00AM EDT and will be available as a two day festival pass, with a limited number of lawn seats available as single day passes. Night one of OVO FEST will feature a headlining performance by rising star Frank Ocean with special guests including James Blake. Night two will be headlined by Drake and feature other artists to be announced. OVO FEST, which last year sold out in seven minutes, will once again see Drake bring hip hop's most buzzed about artists to his hometown in advance of his upcoming album NOTHING WAS THE SAME.

Nice…I guess?

Kobe Bryant speaks out about comparsion to Michael Jordan “Apples2Oranges”

There has always been a debate about who is better between MJ and the Black Mamba. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. However, who would be the best judge of that? No other then Phil Jackson because he had the opportunity of coaching both players. In his book entitled Eleven Rings: The Soul of Success Phil Jackson compares Jordan and Bryant.

“One of the biggest differences between the two stars from my perspective was Michael’s superior skills as a leader,” Jackson writes. “Though at times he could be hard on his teammates, Michael was masterful at controlling the emotional climate of the team with the power of his presence. Kobe had a long way to go before he could make that claim. He talked a good game, but he’d yet to experience the cold truth of leadership in his bones, as Michael had in his bones.” “No question, Michael was a tougher, more intimidating defender,” Jackson writes. “He could break through virtually any screen and shut down almost any player with his intense, laser-focused style of defense.”

On offense, Jackson said: “Jordan was also more naturally inclined to let the game come to him and not overplay his hand, whereas Kobe tends to force the action, especially when the game isn’t going his way. When his shot is off, Kobe will pound away relentlessly until his luck turns. Michael, on the other hand, would shift his attention to defense or passing or setting screens to help the team win the game.”

Phil Jackson also touched on the difference in personalities.

“Michael was more charismatic and gregarious than Kobe,” Jackson writes. “He loved hanging out with his teammates and security guards, playing cards, smoking cigars, and joking around.

“Kobe is different. He was reserved as a teenager, in part because he was younger than the other players and hadn’t developed strong social skills in college. When Kobe first joined the Lakers, he avoided fraternizing with his teammates. But his inclination to keep to himself shifted as he grew older. Increasingly, Kobe put more energy into getting to know the other players, especially when the team was on the road.”

And what did Kobe have to say about all of this………

Of course Kobe did not agree with Phil, but then again does he ever agree with anyone?

SEE PICS of Monica, Shannon Brown, Ludacris & His Daughter Karma, Keshia Knight Pulliam, Eudoxie, LeToya Luckett & More At The "Fast & Furious 6" SCREENING

Singer Monica, hubby Shannon Brown and others headed over for Ludacris' private screening of "Fast & Furious 6". See them hanging out with LeToya Luckett, Keshia Knight Pulliam and more

Glowing mom-to-be Monica walked to the screening of "Fast & Furious 6" on the arms of her NBA baller husband Shannon Brown.

We love how Shannon, who plays for the Phoenix Suns, made sure his t-shirt matched the color scheme of his wife's gorgeous maternity gown.

Of course....Luda kept the party well-liquored up with Conjure.

Ludacris' mom came out to see the film and support her son.

Monica's girl Toya Wright was there looking cute.

Hot look!

Plus "Splash" star Keshia Knight Pulliam hung out with her bestie, AJ Crimson beauty spokemodel and singer LeToya Luckett.

LeToya and Luda also posed with V103 personality Big Tigger on the red carpet.

And daddy duty was in full effect.And Luda's daughter, Karma Bridges was there, posing with daddy and his famous friends.

She's grown up so much!

Rapper Young Jeezy was there.

Luda's manager Shaka Zulu posed for a pic.

And Luda posed it up with model/actress Sheneka Adams, rocking a leather short onesie and Kanye West for Giuseppe sandals.

Fab times all around! Fast 6 hits theaters TOMORROW May 24th.

Chrissy Teigen Blasts Teen Mom Farrah Abraham

John Legend's fiance, model Chrissy Teigen, catches heat for calling teen mom Farrah Abraham a whore.

Turns out porn star James Deen wasn't the only one outraged to see Farrah Abraham buying a pregnancy test last weekend.

Chrissy Teigen took to her Twitter account on Tuesday to blast the 21-year-old Teen Mom's recent publicity stunt.

'Farrah Abraham now thinks she is pregnant from her sex tape. in other news you're a whore and everyone hates you whoops not other news sorry,' the 27-year-old model wrote to her 231,000 followers.

On May 2, the fame-hungry starlet received $1 million from Vivid Entertainment for releasing Farrah Superstar: Backdoor Teen Mom.

The mother-of-one simply followed the sex-tape footseps of reality stars Paris Hilton and Kim Kardashian before her.

However several of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model's fans quickly turned on her for what they considered 'slut-shaming' Abraham.

'Are we really gonna pretend this girl just accidentally leaked a sex tape? seriously?? what the f*** is wrong with you?' Chrissy fumed.

'How is calling out a willing (lied-as-leaked) sex tape participant who hired paps to photo her buying preg tests this AM slut shaming?'

Teigen continued: 'Wow. amazed to see the outrage behind calling a staged leaked sex tape chick from teen mom exactly what she is. go on with your bad selves.'

The former Deal or No Deal stunner is frequently featured in sexy magazine spreads and she's engaged to R&B crooner John Legend.

Meanwhile Farrah made no mention of Chrissy Teigen's criticism on her own Twitter account Tuesday.

Brittney Griner forced to hide her sexual orientation at Baylor

All four years at Baylor University Brittney Grinner was forbidden to be open about her sexuality to the public. Her head coach Kim Mulkey wanted her players to keep personal information private because she thought it would affect recruiting.

It was a recruiting thing,” said Griner, the 2013 number 1 WNBA draft pick, now a member of the Phoenix Mercury. “The coaches thought that if it seemed like they condoned it, people wouldn’t let their kids come play for Baylor.”

Baylor declined to comment directly on Griner’s remarks to ESPN The Magazine, instead noting Mulkey’s comments earlier this month:

“Brittney Griner represented Baylor University proudly on and off the basketball court, and she leaves behind an incredible legacy. I cannot comment on personal matters surrounding any of our student-athletes, but I can tell you Brittney will always be a celebrated member of the Baylor family.”

“It was more of a unwritten law (not to discuss it). … it was just kind of, like, one of those things, you know. Just don’t do it,” Griner said of speaking publicly about her sexuality. “They kind of tried to make it, like, ‘Why put your business out on the street like that?’ “Griner also said she revealed her sexual orientation to Mulkey, and that it didn’t matter. “I told Coach when she was recruiting me. I was like, ‘I’m gay. I hope that’s not a problem,’ and she told me that it wasn’t,” Griner said. “I mean, my teammates knew, obviously. They all knew. Everybody knew about it.” I wonder how many people did not know Grinner was gay? I did not find it to be a big shocker when she “came out of the closet” sometime last month. I’m not even sure if she was ever in the closet.

Meet Alleged Drug Dealer To The Stars…..Leon “Starino” Anderson

An alleged drug dealer to the stars has been exposed in a U.K. tabloid sting. His name Leon “Starino” Anderson, and his celebrity friends include with Rihanna, Cara Delevingne, Chris Brown, racer Lewis Hamilton, Will.i.am, Diddy, Nicole Scherzinger, Olympian Louis Smith, One Direction stars Liam Payne and Zayn Malik, and troubled teenage pop idol Justin Bieber.

The Sun’s undercover team posed as wealthy businessmen seeking stars to help promote a new business venture and met Starino for dinner in which he bragged about his operation, supply, contacts, escorts, and partner Ashley Gordon who is considered “his chemist”.

Anderson, 26, claims to be a celebrity PR man who has negotiated endorsement deals with major brand names for several stars.

He bragged: “I am their right-hand man. When they’re in London and want to go out, I arrange everything from restaurants and clubs to anything else they want.”

WOW!

AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOP’PING AT WALMART” FILES

‘MY BODY TOO BOOTYLICIOUS FOR YOU BABY

Ok I’m sick of this so I’m gonna set the record straight…if you can fit the constitution on your ass it’s too big for cute booty word sayings.

HAVE A GREAT DAY!!!

EFREM

Mary J Blige's new HIT "MY LIFE" with THE IRS for not paying Taxes!

2013-05-22T17:59:00.000-04:00

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Mary J. Blige Slapped With $3.4 Million Tax Lien

Queen of R&B singer Mary J. Blige has been hit with a $3.4 million dollar federal tax lien.

According to TMZ:

Mary J. Blige‘s financial woes have QUADRUPLED — on top of the $900k she allegedly owes the Garden State, TMZ has learned MJB has been slapped with a $3.4 MILLION bill from Uncle Sam.

The IRS filed a federal tax lien against the Grammy winner, claiming she failed to pay all her income taxes for the years 2009 ($574,907.30), 2010 ($2,203,743.53) and 2011 ($647,604.60).

Tax bill grand total: $3,426,255.43: Translation: A LOT OF FREAKING MONEY

Of course, the IRS needs to get in line … the State of NJ says MJB still owes $901,769.65 in back taxes. Blige is being sued for allegedly defaulting on a $2.2 million bank loan and her charity is facing a lawsuit that claims it took out a $250k loan and never paid it back!

DAMN MARY Whass Good?

Brittney Griner forced to hide her sexual orientation at Baylor U!

2013-05-22T17:49:00.000-04:00

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Brittney Griner forced to hide her sexual orientation at Baylor!

Baylor declined to comment directly on Griner’s remarks to ESPN The Magazine, instead noting Mulkey’s comments earlier this month:

Pilar Sanders vs Captial One?

2013-05-22T17:41:00.000-04:00

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Pilar Sanders vs Captial One

Oh dear. Pilar: What’s in your wallet? Obviously no coins…LOL!

From TMZ

We've learned ... Capital One has slapped Pilar Sanders with a big, fat lawsuit in Texas for allegedly failing to make payments on a $6,160.25 bill ... an amount she used to consider chump change.

We've been reporting for months ... Pilar and Deion are at WAR -- and Prime Time even kicked her out of his Texas mansion. Pilar has lawyered up and wants a cut of the NFL legend's fortune, estimated at more than $250 million.

But for now Capital One just wants its $6k ... and according to court docs, the bank says it reached out to Pilar in January, 2013, demanding she cough up the cash ... but she never paid.

Not cute get it together!

The Daily Buzz For May 22

2013-05-21T20:47:00.001-04:00

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Eve Covers 360 Magazine!

Superstar rapper/actress EVE is back and on the cover of 360 Magazines.

Eve is also promoting her new album ‘Lip Lock’ which is out in stores now.

Spotted: Eddie Murphy And Girlfriend On Coffee Run

Eddie Murphy and his girlfriend Paige Butcher were spotted by the paps grabbing coffee at Coffee Bean in Studio City, California.

Don’t they look Cute?

Kim Kardashian Upset By Kanye West Gay Rumors

Kim's Worst Fear: Kanye Is Gay?

When fashion bloggers slammed the flowery Givenchy dress she wore to Anna Wintour’s exclusive Met Gala in NYC, it was clear that 7-months-pregnant Kim Kardashian was crushed. But her humiliation ran much deeper than just a gown. Online commenters are speculating that her boyfriend, Kanye West, is in a romantic relationship with the man who designed her controversial dress, Givenchy creative director Riccardo Tisci! “Kim’s freaking out,” says a friend. “If it turns out Kanye is involved with Riccardo, she will be utterly embarrassed – more so than she’s ever been in her life.”

Floyd Mayweather Tops The 50 Richest Athletes In America List With $90 Million

Floyd Mayweather is making money over money. Floyd banked a whopping $ 90 million in one year from simply stepping into the ring.

Take a look at the list MO!

2. LeBron James – $ 56,545,000

3. Drew Brees – $ 47,800,000

4. Kobe Bryant – $ 46,850,000

5. Tiger Woods – $ 40,839,000

6. Phil Mickelson – $ 39,528,000

7. Derrick Rose – $ 33,403,000

8. Peyton Manning – $ 31,000,000

9. Alex Rodriguez – $ 29,000,000

10. Zack Greinke – $ 29,020,000

11. Dwyane Wade – $ 26,682,000

12. Kevin Durant – $ 27,670,000

The rest can be found here:

Celebs Spotted.Stalked.Scene

Singers Tyrese and Chris Brown joined fellow crooner Tank on the set of his newest video, ‘Shots Fired.’

Former Deception star Meagan Good poses on the set of her newest film Anchorman 2.

The men of Think Like A Man 2, Michael Ealy, Terrence J., Kevin Hart, Jerry Ferrera and Romany Malco took a break from filming the second installment to take a quick pic.

Elle Varner throws up the deuces with ASAP Rocky on BET’s ’106 & Park.’

King of Crunk and Celebrity Apprentice alum Lil Jon was spotted chatting it up in New York City.

Halle Berry’s ex hubby Eric Benet was seen arriving at the Bootsy Bellows nightclub in Beverly Hills, California.

Fun Fun Fun

British Airways Loses Beyonce's Wigs

Beyonce has a hair emergency after British Airways loses her wigs.

Nice to hear that it’s not just us mere mortals who have trouble with luggage on airlines. British Airways accidentally sent Beyonce’s hair to Brussels, instead of Budapest. B’s hairdresser had to be flown to Brussels to seek it out and return it in time for the gig.

WHO'S THAT GIRL??!! Vladimir Doronin CRUISES On His YACHT With A Naomi Campbell LOOK-A-LIKE...Jazzma Kendrick!

Though there have been reports that billionaire Vladimir Doronin and Naomi Campbell have split, we thought we could wait until next week to see if Vlad turned up at Naomi's birthday bash in Ibiza for a confirmation.

But this may be confirmation enough:

Vlad was spotted on the coast of Miami, yachting it up with a younger version of NaNa. And we've learned her name is Jazzma Kendrick, a 23-year-old model from Miami.

At first glance, the sight of Vlad reclining on his yacht with Jazzma in a bikini, looks like any other pic of Naomi and Vlad on vacation.

Though Naomi and Vlad have not confirmed a split, we don't expect that the hot-tempered supermodel (who's in the UK working on her reality competition show "The Face") will be pleased when she gets a whiff of these pics. Nor will she be waiting for him in Ibiza with open arms.

While we can all agree that Naomi is still one of the most beautiful women in the world, we wonder if she should she be flattered or enraged that her "alleged" ex is frolicking with a younger woman who's clearly cut from the same cloth?

So who is Jazzma Kendrick?

Jazzma lives in Miami, FL and works as a model. And also spends her nights partying in various MIA nightclubs.

And she knows a few of the local superstars, like Rick Ross.

And she posted a few pics a couple days ago from what looks like Vlad's yacht:

Outside of her looks, it's not hard to see why she'd catch Vlad's eye...

Arsenio Hall and Paula Abdul Rekindle Romance

After years apart Arsenio Hall and Paula Abdul decide to give love another try.

EVERYTHING old is new again in ARSENIO HALL Hall’s world! He’ll be back on TV with a new talk show in September, and he’s romancing old girlfriend PAULA ABDUL.

The two, who first dated back in 1989 and have reunited a few times since then, were spotted getting cozy at a Los Angeles Dodgers game on May 1. Now, sources say they’re both ready to pick up where they last left off.

“Arsenio adores Paula and is determined to make their relationship work this time,” said a source.

“She’s like his good luck charm, and when Paula’s in his life, great things happen for Arsenio.”

During an interview in 2009, Arsenio raved about the former “American Idol” and “X Factor” judge.

Arseniao, 58, called 50-year-old Paula the “best girl to hang with on the planet,” adding: “I was madly in love with her…That’s my girl to death and I’m always there for her.”

As The ENQUIRER reported in 2011, Arsenio – who hosted a late-night talk show from 1989 to 1994 – decided to make a TV comeback because Paula convinced him it was the right time, and that she could pull some strings to help

“Arsenio was afraid people had forgotten him, but Paula said a whole new generation was waiting for his humor,” an insider told The ENQUIRER. The bouncy “Straight Up” singer put word out to her network exec pals, and now Arsenio’s new syndicated show will debut Sept. 9.

But while Arsenio got busy with the gabfest, Paula spent last year getting close to hunky Rhode Island businessman John Caprio, 41.

“Paula hoped that John was going to pop the question by her 50th birthday last June,” said the source.

When that didn’t happen, Paula and Arsenio reunited for a second time, as The ENQUIRER reported. Then, last fall, Caprio begged Paula to come back, and they were photographed holding hands in Beverly Hills this past November.

“Paula was crazy in love with John, so she gave him a second chance,” said the source.

“But the romance fizzled and now it appears she’s moved on…back to Arsenio, who’s always held a torch for her.”

Tyler Perry’s ‘The Have & The Have Nots’ Cast Takes Over Atlanta:

Oprah Winfrey’s OWN Network hosted a preview party for Tyler Perry’s newest series,’The Have and The Have Not’s’ and ‘Love Thy Neighbor’ at Peter Thomas’ (at RHOA) restaurant Bar One in Atlanta.

Various cast members from both shows including Tika Sumpter, Patrice Lovely and Palmer Williams represented the shows, premiering later this month. The attendees were treated to a sneak preview and a Q&A session. Star of ‘R& B Divas,’ Syleena Johnson, radio personality Big Tigger, celebrity photographer Derek Blanks and co-host of ‘Fashion Queens’ Derek J., also attended the party. Peep pics from the event below.

‘The Have and The Have Nots’ premieres Tuesday, May 28 at 9 PM. ‘Love Thy Neighbor’ premieres Wednesday, May 29 at 9 PM.

Rumor: Floyd Mayweather’s fiancee creeping with Vivica’s ex?

This is one of those rumors that you know is silly as soon as you read it.

Vivica A. Fox’s ex-boyfriend Omar “Slimm” White is dating someone in the industry, but she isn’t Floyd Mayweather’s fiancee Shantel Jackson (Slimm can do so much better than her).

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

‘Walking The Dog’

Wow! Few things here. (1) Dude, you’re a little bitch and a complete embarrassment to all men. (2) Keep your little sexual role playing in the privacy of your home. You don’t see me walking around Walmart with a belt tied around my neck and a lit candle sticking out of my ass….I mean, what? Ignore that last part. Just knock it off.

HAVE A GREAT DAY EVERYBODY!!!!!!!!

EFREM

Time for a KiKi! American Idol Finale Makes Ratings History!

2013-05-21T20:06:00.000-04:00

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American Idol Finale Makes Ratings History!

The American Idol Season Finale drew the lowest ratings for a finale in American Idol history.

Don’t bring that judges panel back…YA HEARD!

The American Idol season finale pulled in a pitiful 13.61 million viewers last week. In comparison Last years finale pulled in 21.49 million.

In years past the season finale regularly drew more than 30 million viewers. I guess folks are really digging THE VOICE?

Another Gay Couple ATTACKED Right after Rally Against Hate Crimes!

2013-05-21T14:12:00.000-04:00

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Gay Couple Attacked in SoHo, Hours After Thousands Rally Against Hate Crimes

THUS IT HAS HAPPENED AGAIN!

Members of the LGBT community and their supporters gather to speak out after a string a bias attacks.

A gay couple was attacked early Tuesday in SoHo, hours after thousands marched to protest the killing of a gay man and several other bias attacks that have shaken the community, NBC 4 New York has learned.

Police are also investigating a beating in the East Village as another possible bias attack, sources said.

In the SoHo assault, law enforcement sources said the two men, 41 and 42, were walking on Broadway between Prince and Houston streets at about 5 a.m. when two men started yelling anti-gay remarks in English and Spanish. The victims are Hispanic.

The men were both punched, and one suffered an eye injury, sources said.

Police said two men, 32 and 33, were arrested and face a charge of assault as a hate crime.

In the wake of the violence, officials said Monday that police would increase their presence there and in nearby neighborhoods through the end of June, Gay Pride Month.

Police say there has been a rise in anti-gay crimes overall so far this year, to 24 from 14 during the same period last year.

THIS IS REALLY CRAZY AND MUST STOP!

How could her Mother leave this precious Baby in a car to DIE?

2013-05-21T11:06:00.000-04:00

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Elementary school teacher 'kills her baby daughter after locking her inside a sweltering car'

Vibha Marks, 42, of Dallas, was arrested late Friday on a charge of second-degree felony child abandonment

She left her child inside a hot car parked outside the elementary school where she works

Teenager spotted the child and broke into the car to try and revive her

A Dallas elementary school teacher left her one-year-old daughter inside a hot car for hours and the child was later found dead.

The mother, 42-year-old Vibha Marks of Balch Springs, was arrested on a charge of second-degree felony child abandonment, according to the Dallas Police Department.

Her daughter, Victoria, had just celebrated her first birthday last week

Marks works as a teacher at Frank Guzick Elementary School. A high school senior who works part time at the elementary school as a teacher's aide discovered the child inside Marks' locked car around 1:20 p.m. Friday, according to the Dallas Morning News.

'I looked over and saw that there was a baby in there,' Exenia Gomez told the newspaper. 'I looked at the baby and she wasn’t moving. She had dried bubbles on her face and her eyes were still looking down.'

Gomez called 911, and the operator told her to remove the child from the car and perform CPR.

Since the doors were locked, Gomez used a piece of wood to break into the vehicle. She picked up the baby from her car seat and could tell she wasn't breathing. She began performing CPR.

Paramedics arrived on the scene and the baby was transported to Baylor University Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead.

Temperatures on Friday had reached 86 degrees, but the air inside the vehicle where the baby was locked was even warmer.

An autopsy will determine her exact cause of death.

School officials released a statement Friday saying that Marks had been placed on administrative leave pending the police investigation.

'Obviously, this is a very tragic situation,' the statement said. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with the teacher and her family at this time, as well as the staff at Guzick Elementary.'

LOCK HER UP FOR GOOD!

King Bey May not be Pregnant But she's A ‘Grown Woman’ FIRST LISTEN!

2013-05-21T10:59:00.000-04:00

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New Music: Beyoncé – ‘Grown Woman’ (Full Version)

She may not be pregnant again but she sure is a Grown Woman! ’Beyoncé just released a perfectly produced studio version of her newest sensational song, Grown Woman.

The empowering female anthem, produced by Timbaland and co-written by The-Dream, can be heard in B’s Pepsi commercial and may appear on her upcoming album.

LISTEN:

I’m FEELING the beat of this song But I’m not feeling the white girl look of the cover….. tell me what you think in regards to the song that is??

The Daily Buzz For May 21

2013-05-20T21:55:00.001-04:00

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Bruno Mars Covers ‘Entertainment Weekly’ With His Black Leopard

Pop star Bruno Mars covers the Summer Music Preview issue of Entertainment Weekly which his supporting his new Jungle Tour.

(By the way: If you guessed that his cover photo with his big-cat co-star, a black leopard named Whoopi, is a nod to Moonshine Jungle’s name, you’re correct!)

DEVASTATING OKLAHOMA TORNADO DISASTER FLATTENS TOWNS DEATHS AND INJURIES REPORTED!

At least 40 people were killed and a number of other people were injured when a storm with a massive tornado struck an area outside Oklahoma City on Monday afternoon, officials said.

At least one school in Moore, Oklahoma, appeared to have been hit by the tornado. Emergency personnel were scouring the school's rubble Monday evening, video from CNN affiliate KFOR showed. The footage also showed a number of other leveled buildings.

The tornado was estimated to be at least 2 miles wide at one point as it moved through Moore, in the southern part of the Oklahoma City metropolitan area, KFOR reported.

-- President Barack Obama told Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin the federal government "stands ready to provide all available assistance" as part of the response to a series of deadly storms that have struck the Oklahoma City area, including Monday's devastating tornado.

A White House statement said the Federal Emergency Management Agency has deployed a team to assist state operations, and additional personnel are ready to be dispatched as necessary. Obama told Fallin that "the people of Oklahoma" are in the first family's "thoughts and prayers," the statement said.

-- The bodies of 10 people who died as a result of the storm that hit he Oklahoma City area Monday were being sent to Oklahoma's office of the chief medical examiner, the office's Amy Elliott told CNN.

-- Hospitals in metropolitan Oklahoma City are treating a number of people injured in the storm that hit the area Monday afternoon.

Twelve adults and eight children are being treated at the Oklahoma University Medical Center and The Children's Hospital in Oklahoma City, OU Medical Center spokesman Scott Coppenbarger said. "We expect more patients to arrive this evening," Coppenbarger said.

Elsewhere, the Norman Regional Hospital and the Healthplex in Norman, Oklahoma, are treating an unspecified number of people with "signs of trauma, lacerations and broken bones," spokeswoman Melissa Herron said.

-- The preliminary rating of the Moore tornado is at least EF-4 (166 to 200 mph), the National Weather Service said on Monday afternoon.

-- About 38,000 customers of utility OG&E were without power in metropolitan Oklahoma City after Monday afternoon's storm, utility spokesman Brian Alford said.

Alford also said the storm knocked out power to the Oklahoma City area's Draper Water Treatment Plant.

OG&E is working to restore power to the plant. City officials are asking residents to turn off their sprinkler systems and postpone washing dishes and clothes, according to a message on the city government's website.

-- Interstate 35 in Moore, Oklahoma, was closed as a result of debris from the tornado that hit the area Monday afternoon, Oklahoma Department of Transportation spokesman Cole Hackett said. Crews were headed to the north-south highway to start the cleanup process, Hackett said.

-- "People are trapped. You are going to see the devastation for days to come," Betsy Randolph, spokeswoman for Oklahoma Highway Patrol, told CNN late Monday afternoon. She did not say how many people were trapped. "Send your prayers heavenward because there are people fighting for their lives."

Heartbreaking scenes in Oklahoma City area after twister

-- The National Guard has been activated in response to the tornado, Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management spokeswoman Ann Lee said.

-- Will Rogers World Airport reopened around at about 6 p.m. ET, spokeswoman Karen Carney said. All flights are delayed, and at least six flights have been canceled, she said.

-- Lance West, a reporter for CNN affiliate KFOR, said people late Monday afternoon were pulling students from a classroom at an elementary school heavily damaged by the tornado that hit Moore. There are no immediate reports on the condition of the children.

-- Congressman Tom Cole, who lives in Moore, told CNN's Wolf Blitzer on Monday afternoon the damage he saw on TV looks as bad as a 1999 tornado that destroyed more than 1,000 houses in his hometown.

-- McClain County Undersheriff Bill Shobe reported Monday afternoon there is significant damage near Newcastle, Oklahoma. Shobe went on to say there are a lot of structures with damage north of Newcastle and in the town of Tuttle. Most of the damage is parallel to Highway 37, he said.

-- Moore Medical Center in Oklahoma was evacuated after it sustained damages from the tornado, a hospital spokeswoman told CNN's Sarah Baker. All patients are being evacuated to Norman Regional Hospital and Health Plex Hospital, and residents injured in the storm are being told to go to those centers as well.

-- A tornado struck just Moore, Oklahoma, south of Oklahoma City on Monday afternoon, ripping apart homes and other buildings in populated areas. The National Weather Service issued a rare tornado emergency for the Oklahoma City metropolitan area, meaning that significant and widespread damage and fatalities were likely.

Meteorologists warned residents to go underground to survive a direct hit from the tornado.

PRAY FOR OKLAHOMA!

Judge Throws Out Charges Against NYPD Officer Accused In Ramarley Graham Shooting Death

A Bronx judge has thrown out the criminal case against an NYPD officer accused in the fatal shooting death of an 18-year-old. The manslaughter indictment was tossed due to a mistake made by the district attorney, ABC News reports.

Officer Richard Haste fatally shot Ramarley Graham last year, allegedly believing that he was armed and dealing drugs. The teen was cornered in his grandmother's Bronx home.

"I am angry and cannot express my feelings along," said Constance Malcolm, mother of the slain youngster. "I am ready to take it to the streets and the highest of the highest. Please be prepared for a major protest."

Graham's family is prepared to exhaust all options, if necessary. "If it means going back to the grand jury or if we have to ask the federal court to deal with this case, we are going to keep fighting, no matter what," Ramarley's father, Frank Graham, said. "Wherever it leads us, we will go there. We will never stop until justice is served in this case, until Richard Haste goes to prison for murdering our son. If we start over, we will start stronger."

In building a case against Haste, prosecutors stand accused of not providing a grand jury with adequate information to bring about an indictment. They are expected to present the case again.

Rev. Al Sharpton, who has been aiding in the family's battle, released a statement via his National Action Network calling the turn of events an "outrageous miscarriage of justice and an insult to the family and supporters of Ramarley Graham." Sharpton and the NAN will hold a protest this Saturday (May 15).

Haste pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from the shooting.

Chicago Gospel Music Festival Reception

Gospel artist Donald Lawrence and music producer Aaron Lindsey during the Chicago Gospel Music Festival Opening Reception in Chicago, Illinois.

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Britney Spears Wants A Baby Girl

In a recent interview with Extra’s Mario Lopez, Spears said her two boys, Sean Preston, 7, and Jayden James, 6, are “Little comedians” and “like attention.” Lopez, who has a two-year-old daughter, told Spears he was “very jealous” of her boys. ”Awww, I want a girl!” she said. Lopez asked “You do want a girl!” So later on, maybe a little girl?” ”Yes!” she replied.

The Celebs Flock To Niecy Nash's Book Launch

Niecy Nash is pushing her brand new book It's Hard To Fight Naked. And while the semi-newly married woman gives relationship advice to couples on how to argue, and how not to argue, she hosted her book launch party in Beverly Hills

Brandy and "Hollywood Exes" star Sheree Fletcher posed it up with their girl, actress Niecy Nash, as she celebrated the release of her new relationship advice book at the Luxe Rodeo Drive hotel. Niecy's looking great these days. Loving the brown & blonde tresses.

"The Game" star Brandy looked super cute in a Camilla And Marc multi-colored striped and floral peplum dress with pink pumps.

Niecy's hubby Jay was there to support, along with newly engaged couple Kat Von D and her fiance, Deadmau5.

"Basketball Wives: LA" stars Gloria Govan Barnes and her sis Laura Govan came out to support. Doesn't seem like they're taping a new season anytime soon so why not hit up a few parties...

Brooke Bailey was also there.

Comedienne (and Kevin Hart's ex-wife) Torrei Hart had some fun with Niecy's "Soul Man" costar Cedric The Entertainer and her comedy partner Simone Shepherd.

Jill Scott made a supportive appearance.

And all the ladies snapped pics together while having some outdoor springtime fun.

Congrats on the book Niecy!

Lance Gross Was Almost A Gladiator In A Suit

Lance Gross almost became a gladiator in a suit on ABC’s hit drama, Scandal. In a recent interview with Hot 97 radio host Angie Martinez — Lance revealed he audition for the role of Harrison on Scandal. “I was up for that role. Yeah, it hurts,” Lance said with a laugh before congratulation Columbus Short on scoring the role. “He’s killing it. He was right for it.”

Lance doesn’t harbor any hate for Columbus, and he’s since moved on to snag the starring role in an NBC pilot where he’ll play a secret service agent.

Lance said he’s usually up against the same roster of guys when he goes on auditions — but it’s no hate against one another.

“I feel like everybody uplifts everybody,” the actor told Angie, adding that he thinks women are far more likely to get snippy over a lost role. “I feel like the girls do that more so than guys–getting catty about the roles. It’s friendly competition. It’s just like sports.”

Ladies and Gents I present to you The Ramsey Burger

A Cleveland burger joint is helping to make Charles Ramsey - the man who famously helped rescue kidnapping victim Amanda Berry - even more of a household name.

Hodges restaurant in downtown Cleveland has added the 'Ramsey burger' in honor of the 43-year-old hero, who has worked as a dishwasher at the restaurant.

The $12 burger is eight ounces of Certified Angus Beef with lettuce, cheddar cheese, bread and butter pickles, and a 'secret sauce' on a toasted sesame seed bun.

The owner of the restaurant, Chris Hodgson, told the Cleveland Plain Dealer that the burger is a 'play on a Big Mac, which is what he was eating [when the rescue occurred].'

Hodgson has also been selling T-shirts that honor Ramsey, raising more than $17,000 so far.

Unlike the burger, the proceeds of the shirt sales are going to the kidnapping victims, Hodges said.

Ramsey won hero status across the nation for breaking into his neighbor's home to rescue Berry, who had been kept inside the house for years against her will along with three other victims - including Berry's young daughter.

Hodges restaurant has also been selling these T-shirts and the proceeds are going to help the kidnapping victims

Hours after the rescue, he catapulted to Internet fame for the series of colorful television interviews that he gave on the ordeal.

Hodges patron Melissa Rush tried the burger on Monday afternoon and told the Cleveland Fox affiliate it was 'delicious.'

When asked what she thought about Ramsey, she said, 'Oh, I’m obsessed. I’ve been following it. I think the guy is great. I’m really proud to know that he’s from Cleveland.'

Former NFL Player, Warrick Dunn Gives Single Mom New House

Ex-NFL Baller Warrick Dunn gave Kimberly Kindel and her three children their first home as part of his charity’s “Home for the Holidays” program on Tuesday, Fox 5 News Atlanta via All News 106.7 reports. In addition to the home being fully furnished, Dunn gave Kindel $5,000 to help with the down payment.

In addition to the home being fully furnished, Dunn gave Kindel $5,000 to help with the down payment. The ex-NFL player gave Kindel the home through his charity, Warrick Dunn Charities. He has been helping single parents get into their first home since 1997. Atlanta Habitat for Humanity and Aaron’s, Inc. partnered with Dunn to get Kindel and her children into the house.

While it brings Dunn joy to give Kindel this wonderful Mother’s Day, the holiday evokes bad memories for the former NFL star. His mother, Betty Smothers, was a Baton Rouge, La., police officer when she was killed in the line of duty. Dunn was just 18-years-old at the time.

Rihanna to release new fragrance: Rogue by Rihanna

That Rihanna Reign just won’t stop…. After three very popular fragrances released in the last couple years, Rihanna is ready for another one: Rogue by Rihanna. According to her, the fragrance will come in two installments: first is women‘s, with men‘s following shortly after. And that’s not all. She also revealed that it will have a brand new bottle, it’s a brand new installment. Check out her announcement inside.

WERK BISH!

Oh lawd! 75-Year-Old Pimp Busted For Running Prostitution Ring Out Of Senior Living Complex

A senior citizen was arrested for allegedly spearheading a prostitution ring out of the Englewood, N.J. elderly living complex where he resided. Police said Tuesday (May 14) that James Parham, 75, did everything from putting some of the elderly residents on the payroll, to allowing them (and visitors) to smoke crack out of his unit.

Employing a hybrid of "young women and older residents," Parham provided s-xual services for residents in the Vincente K. Tibbs Senior Citizen Building with the help of "mostly crack addicted women." In addition to pimping, he and 66-year-old neighbor Cheryl Chaney, face paraphernalia and possession charges over the crack.

From NBC New York:

Both are charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and maintaining a nuisance, and Chaney is also charged with possession of crack cocaine.

In Parham's case, the nuisance charge relates to allowing prostitution in his apartment and in Chaney's case, it relates to allowing drug use in hers.

Englewood Police Chief Arthur O'Keefe told NBC 4 New York on Tuesday that Parham ran the prostitution ring through his apartments, and employed a mix of young women and older residents.

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None of the alleged prostitutes were arrested.

O'Keefe says there was also s-x and drug use going on in common areas of the complex, and that some seniors were afraid to venture into certain areas because they were afraid for their lives.

Richard Allaway, a resident, says he and others were aware of "a lot of nonsense going on."

A lack of security in the building is believed to have contributed to the problem.

Another woman, 54-year-old Selma McDuffie, was arrested during the bust, and charged with having a crack pipe.

Amid resident complaints of loitering and condoms in the common areas, Englewood cops set up an undercover sting to nab Parham.

Not surprisingly, Parham, his sidekicks, and others who participated in illegal activity, are being evicted from the 152-unit structure.

Kelly Rowland’s Ex Boyfriend, Roy Williams, Denies He Was Abusive: ‘It Wasn’t Me’

Last week Kelly Rowland released a ear-catching snippet of a song called, ‘Dirty Laundry‘. On the track, Kelly shares raw memories of an ex-boyfriend who was abusive to her. She sings:

I was battered, he hit in a window like it was me until it shattered///He pulled me out, he said, ‘Don’t nobody love you but me, not your mama, not your daddy, and especially not B.’

After the track was released, a few folk began to speculate about exactly who was this former boyfriend. Back in 2005, Kelly was engaged to NFLer Roy Williams, but just two months before the wedding, it was called off.

When asked about why she called off the engagement, she told Britain’s Daily:

I wanted that wedding. I wanted to be married. You can just make wrong decisions in life. That was all part of growing up. I just think it’s important to trust your gut. I did a lot of soul-searching afterwards, and I want to be married, so dating is part of that process.

And while that’s a vintage relationship, some inquiring minds were wondering if Kelly was hinting at Roy, in ‘Dirty Laundry’. After hearing the song, Roy took to twitter denying that he is the man being referenced in the song. He wrote:

So Kelly has a new song. Called #DirtyLaundry.. & what ever she’s saying in it ppl thinks it’s me. #wow #imnottheonlypersonshedated #wasntme

Kelly is yet to respond or expand on the lyrics of the song.

I Guess Chics Really Do Love Sosa Chief Keef Engaged

Chief young Keef is getting married and of course it’s to another ratchet who is on the come up, who is a video vixen and goes by the name of Mesha! He has been out of jail 2 months and he is moving forward in his life. You know what I would rather him get married than pop out 5 more kids..

The couple posted pictures of each other on Instagram and confirmed that they are together. Pretty Mesha tweeted, “Yes me and @ChiefKeef are together,” which Chief Keef retweeted. In other pictures posted, Pretty Mesha was seen wearing an engagement ring.Having made $13,000 a month, Chief Keef will start to pay his 15-year-old baby mama (not Pretty Mesha) $2,600 in child support and $500 in day care expenses. He knows what marriage is? Interesting. I seriously doubt this is anything more than two whores benefiting from each other. He already had one ratchet girlfriend but he probably thinks he upgraded with the video girl and well, we know she is not with him for his intelligence or looks sooooo.

Wendy Williams predicts that Kim Kardashian and Kanye West will split as soon as their baby is born

She's not shy when it comes to saying what she really thinks.

And Wendy Williams once again didn't hold back when she weighed in her opinion about how long Kim Kardashian and her boyfriend Kanye West's relationship would last.

The notoriously outspoken TV chat show host said on a recent episode of Bravo TV's Watch What Happens Live! that she predicts the couple will split immediately after their first child is born, which is said to be in just a few weeks time.

'She and Kanye will not make it and what kind of mom will she be? A single mom,' she said.

'(They will split) 30 seconds after the baby is born. I believe right now there is probably a plan in motion and Kris (Jenner, Kim's mother) is probably helping Kim and Kim is probably asking for the help.'

Wendy said that she thinks that Kanye has already had enough of the Kardashian clan's antics.

'I think Kanye's about sick of all of it and he might think he has invested too much into this family and he is not going to win,' she continued.

'You are not going to pull a Kardashian away from Kardashians. They just don't really understand what it is like to give up for other people.'

There has been considerable speculation surrounding Kim and Kanye's relationship as the pair have been spending a lot of time apart throughout the reality star's pregnancy.

Several weeks ago Kanye was in Paris for weeks while Kim stayed in Los Angeles and also travelled overseas with her family.

The couple have reunited briefly several times, once in Paris and then again in New York and Los Angeles before parting ways again.

Kanye is currently in the Big Apple for work commitments while heavily pregnant Kim has stayed behind in California.

And with her boyfriend Kanye busy with work, Kim recently got some support from her dutiful brother-in-law Scott Disick as she attended baby CPR class in Los Angeles.

Usher to Receive ASCAP Golden Note Award

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) will honor eight-time Grammy Award-winner Usher with the prestigious ASCAP Golden Note Award during its 26th annual Rhythm & Soul Music Awards.

ASCAP President and Chairman Paul Williams commented: “Usher’s musical evolution over the years clearly proves his versatility and longevity as an artist, performer and songwriter. The world has moved to his music for nearly two decades. Happily for the rest of us, from the sound of his latest work, it’s clear that the beat will go on and on. Usher is the perfect candidate to receive one of our top honors – the ASCAP Golden Note Award.”

“I take the art of songwriting and music-making very seriously, so to be given the ASCAP Golden Note Award from an organization of my fellow music creators is a huge honor,” said Usher. “I’ve been blessed to have such a wonderful career, working with some of the most talented people in the business, and I am just getting started!”

The invitation-only event will take place on Thursday, June 27th, 2013 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, California.

Kerry Washington DONS Sexy RED LEATHER Marc Jacobs Dress For The ABC Upfronts

Kerry Washington attended a party for the Entertainment Weekly & ABC-TV Upfronts Party at The General in New York City. For the swanky evening, she wore a Marc Jacobs dress with a Lanvin clutch and black heels. And she rocked it as usual.

Kerry posed with co-star and fan favorite Guillermo Diaz. Huck!

On the black carpet, Kerry and Guillermo were joined by the rest of their all-star cast including Jeff Perry, Katie Lowes, Bellamy Young, Melissa Mattiace, Jess Cagle, Darby Stanchfield and Joshua Malina.

And later, Kerry shared a few laughs with Modern Family's Jesse Tyler Ferguson. Can this chick do any wrong?

Kerry fans can see her on the silver screen in Peeples and catch the season finale of "Scandal" on Thursday, 9pmCT/10p ET.

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

‘If You’re Hot, I’m Bothered’

I’m not sure she can grasp the irony of the fact that if those two words are clearly visible back there then it is probably wrong.

HAVE A GREAT DAY ALL!

EFREM

Nicci Gilbert Sets The Record Straight about Syleena & The Tour!

2013-05-20T18:38:00.000-04:00

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Nicci Gilbert Sets The Record Straight!

The biggest issue on R&B Divas is who has the right to book The Divas Tour: Nicci Gilbert or Syleena Johnson's sister Syleecia.

Nicci explains the real problem...

Nicci writes on her blog All Things Nicci,

Before Filming of Season 2 began, I reached out to EVERY CAST MEMBER from Season 1 as well as production and made them aware that I was very close to closing a deal for a Multi City Summer Tour and that the promoter wanted to speak with everyone individually to see if a deal could be reached and the R&B DIvas could Hit the ROAD.

The promoter was in the process of looking into ROUTING THE TOUR CITIES and putting together a budget to propose an "OFFER" to the women on the show.

Fast Forward to the announcement Syleecia had at Syleenas house, where Monifah asks if we can get along. I express that if we can get past the ANGER and HOSTILITY ISSUES we could tour because this promoter had been hearing of Drama and VERY SPECIFICALLY STATED it would NOT be tolerated on his tour.

I answered the question TRUTHFULLY and the truth is we have had MANY incidents of Syleena losing her cool and one in particular that was really bad in Los Angeles just before filming which could have led to a physical altercation had I not walked away. The reason NO ONE expected me to show up to Syleenas house for the meeting is because EVERYONE has seen her flip and I just refuse to sweep it under the rug.

Fast Forward to NYC... I recieved a call from the Promoter I have been working on this tour with for over six months and we are at the finish line when he made me aware that Syleecias Agency friends reached out to him to promote the tour which put me in a very compromising position because he & I had been discussing the very same tour for months.

I am a team player and I am ALL FOR A TOUR but it is very shady business when someone I have been doing business with calls me questioning my intentions because this agent claimed to represent the tour. I may be the only one speaking up about these issues but I am defintiely not the only one affected by the isssues.

I dont hate Syleena Johnson but when you start doing things that affect my business and relationships I have maintained for years I have to handle you with a long handled spoon and tell the truth about it.

How it Ends Keep Watching ... Lets Wait and See

TEA SIPS! Is Lloyd Going Broke & Have A Drug Problem?

2013-05-20T18:01:00.000-04:00

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TEA SIPS! Is Lloyd Going Broke & Have A Drug Problem?

Before we even get started on this rumor, let's make one thing clear. I am not here to tarnish anyone's reputation and this is all hearsay. NOTHING in this email or article is FACT, until proven otherwise. It's also my responsibility to let you guys know that the views and opinions are NOT the views and opinions of the The Chronicles of Efrem So on that note, let's begin with the Tea shall we

R&B singer Lloyd, who used to be down with Murder Inc who is "allegedly" going broke and dealing with a drug problem. Lloyd's had hit songs like "Get It Shawty", "You ft. Lil Wayne" and "Cupid ft. Awesome Jones".

The email says: I am the promoter this article is about.....

"On Saturday, April 20th, Lloyd was scheduled to appear at a concert in San Angelo, TX. He was given $8,000 to perform. On Thursday the 18th, his people called to inform the promoters that Lloyd was stuck in Australia and was unable to return on time. Lloyd's management team assured the promoter that per their contract, the $8,000 would be returned in full once Lloyd returned to the states that Monday. Monday came and no word from Lloyd or his team.

Henry "Noonie" Lee, who has executive production credits with Ciara and Cherish, is currently managing Lloyd. He was the point of contact for all contract negotiations. Henry called the promoter to inform him that he would be getting paid back as per the contract, but that Lloyd did not have the money. Henry says that Lloyd is broke and all of his accounts are frozen. He didn't go into explanation as to why the accounts are frozen, but said that Lloyd owes money for other missed shows and law suits and this is just another on top of it. Henry also mentioned that Lloyd has a bad drug problem and that he "wished it was as simple as just weed".

Since April 20th, only half of the money has been returned. Henry had his sister pay the $4,000 and insists that he will do whatever he can to repay the entire amount because Lloyd just doesn't have it. Everybody on Lloyd's team can't be broke. Something is wrong with that."

This doesn't sound far fetched considering Lloyd's past legal troubles. The R&B singer was sued by his former manager, Joyce Irby, for breach of contract. The two sides reached a settlement which called for Lloyd to fork over $100,000 and required Lloyd to help Irby find a job. That was in 2010. In 2012, Irby sued Lloyd AGAIN for failing to uphold his end of the settlement. Irby claimed Lloyd has only paid $20,000 and failed to find her another job. Sounds a lot like what's going on now. The drug rumors aren't new either, but to come from your managers mouth? Damn, Lloyd! Who knew you had it this rough?

Natalie Cole READ JHud & Candice Glover over the duet of her song!

2013-05-20T17:56:00.000-04:00

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Natalie Cole lashes out at Candice-JHud song choice: ‘American Idol ought to be ashamed!’

After stellar performances all season, Candice Glover took home the title of American Idol during Thursday night’s live taping.

But before she was crowned with the honor, the 23-year-old singer took to the stage and sang the 1975 hit “Inseparable” — and she didn’t sing it alone.

Former Idol contestant Jennifer Hudson joined Glover in rounding out the two-hour finale and they rocked the stage while performing an unforgettable duet.

The Idol stars were greeted with a roaring applause and a standing ovation from audience members and judges, and their song soon rocketed across social media and the Internet. Personally for me (Efrem) JHud’s Vibrato was killing me softly!

However, singer and performer Natalie Cole wasn’t too pleased with their song choice.

Cole sang the original version on her hit debut album, also titled Inseparable; a fact she made sure to publicly clarify via Twitter.

Make no mistake…"Inseparable" was NOT originally recorded by Jennifer Hudson, but by ME…. American Idol… fb.me/243VjYiIU—

Natalie Cole (@NatMCole) May 17, 2013

Cole also addressed a tweet to Idol’s account saying: “@AmericanIdol ought to be ashamed of themselves! I’m seriously offended! #Idol #Idolfinale.” She later deleted the tweet.

Despite Cole’s disdain, some of her followers disagreed.

“Get real, and let someone else have their moment. If u recorded it first so be it – but u don’t need to rain on a parade,” one follower said in response.

Through it all, Glover was more than ecstatic from the results and was brought to tears after her win was announced.

“I’m still trying to process the whole thing,” Glover told reporters after the show.

“Like, I don’t even know my name. I don’t know what’s happening,” she adds. “It feels amazing, though. I finally got to this point. I’ve been working for so long.”

WOW...Thoughts?

Republicans are Blaming Race & Diversity for Mark Carson’s Murder?

2013-05-20T09:33:00.001-04:00

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Some Blaming Race, Immigration, Diversity For Anti-Gay Hate Crime Murder Of Mark Carson

The nerve of some people they will do any to gain the spotlight! Some conservatives are blaming issues like “diversity,” “immigration,” and ”social friction,” claiming they supposedly “lead to” the death of Mark Carson, the 32-year old gay man shot to death early Saturday morning in New York City’s Greenwich Village. Dan Riehl and Robert Stacy McCain, a former Bretbart writer and a former Washington Times reporter, are also expressing outrage that the “Hispanic” identity of the reportedly confessed murderer of Mark Carson was not a major focus in mainstream media reports.

To be clear, it is unknown even if the allegedly confessed murderer, Elliot Morales, is Hispanic, nor should his heritage matter.

In “Gay man Marc Carson shot dead by ‘Hispanic’ in NYC ‘hate attack’,” Dan Riehl, who, until a reported illness late last year was a regular writer for the Tea Party ultraconservative news site Breitbart, writes that “in researching the item – other than [an] early NY Post item the media fails to mention that the perp is apparently an Hispanic male. Even the NYT’s seems to have decided that tidbit of news is somehow not fit to print. I wonder why?”

Could it possibly be because the “perp’s” heritage, his race — unless police determine otherwise — had nothing to do with his decision to carry a .38, show it proudly to a bartender minutes before asking Mark Carson if he and his companion were “gay wrestlers,” and then asking Carson, “Do you want to die here?,” before pulling the trigger and shooting one fatal bullet into Carson’s head?

Building on Riehl’s post, Robert Stacy McCain, a former assistant national editor and reporter for The Washington Times, penned an article, “‘Diversity Is Our Strength’ — And Also Leads to Hate-Crime Murder in New York,” in which he writes:

Dan Riehl points out that “three Hispanic males” were implicated in the murder of a gay black man in Greenwich Village, a potentially relevant fact that the New York Times couldn’t be bothered to mention in maundering on about the historic vicinity of the crime…

McCain, (who supposedly is a distant relative of Senator and former GOP presidential candidate John McCain,) claims:A deluge of immigration, the breakdown of the family, the failure of public education, economic malaise — pious liberal sermonizing cannot eliminate the sources of social friction that lead to crimes like this.

McCain (not the Senator) adds:Tres hombres decide to go swaggering muy macho through the West Village on Friday night, looking for somebody to fight…

And also claims:

Gun-control laws, hate-crime laws — none of New York’s laws could protect a “fabulous gay man” from Harlem and his boyfriend…

McCain, whom the Southern Poverty Law Center reports was a member of a neo-confederate white supremacist organization, the League of the South, concludes:

In a culture where the ordinary sources of male self-esteem are stigmatized, doesn’t violent machismo become more common?

McCain does not specify what “ordinary sources of male self-esteem” supposedly are being “stigmatized.”

The mind reels.

The tragic murder of Mark Carson is the fifth act of anti-LGBT violence in New York City this month alone. It was an anti-gay hate crime, and there’s absolutely no proof or reason to blame the murderer’s heritage — or anything other than his sheer homophobia, hate, and access to a gun — for his actions.

Leave it to supposed “pro-life” conservatives who are always claiming, “guns don’t kill, people do,” to now blame heritage, race, immigration, diversity, and “social friction” instead of the actual homophobic murderer.

Rest in peace, Mark Carson.

h/t The New Civil Rights Movement

Morning Goods HOT COCOA LeBron & Dwayne on South Beach!

2013-05-20T09:26:00.001-04:00

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LeBron James & Dwyane Wade Go SHIRTLESS On Miami Beach

Miami Heat ballers LeBron James and Dwyane Wade took advantage of a day off, and were spotted on South Beach.

The duo and the rest of the team are waiting patiently for Wednesday’s Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers.

The Daily Buzz For May 20

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Solange Covers Complex June/July 2013 Issue; Launches Own Record Label

Solange Knowles flaunts her killer legs for Complex magazine. She dropped her latest EP, True, last year – and recently delivered a video for her single ”Locked in Closets,” and also a remix to “Looks Good With Trouble,” featuring Kendrick Lamar.

Solo has been mapping out the plans for her “Lovers in the Parking Lot” video, which she says she’s determined to shoot in the actual parking lot of her childhood hangout, King’s Flea Market in Houston - although others are trying to convince her to shoot it on a set in L.A.

She announced, that as she preps her next album, it will see its release on her own label, Saint Records and distributed through Sony:

Super stoked to announce I’ve started my own label,SAINT RECORDS, where I’ll be releasing my music & other projects distributed through SONY! Through Saint Records I will have 100% creative/artistic control & continue to passionately pursue my footing in this new musical movement.

Congrats to Solo!

Meanwhile, inside the issue she talks moving back home to Houston a little while, at the age of 20 and reaching a breaking point with her label, Interscope-Geffen-A&M.

Read a couple of excerpts from the magazine below..

On moving back home to Houston at 20:

At 20, she moved back home after splitting with her husband and “wil’ed out for a little while,” she says, finally breaking free from the confines of her teenage years. “Houston’s hip-hop scene was in the forefront,” Solange recalls. “I remember going to all of these shows: Paul Wall, Bun B, Mike Jones, Slim Thug. I enjoyed the freedom and the newness of experiencing people and a world that I had not had much access to.”

On reaching a breaking point with her label, Interscope-Geffen-A&M:

“I wanted to make all of the creative artistic decisions but I wasn’t the one paying for it. And they didn’t fully trust me to make them,” she says. “Every decision was a battle. It was exhausting. I wanted to be in a position where not only was the music fully my body of work, but everything thereafter was also my body of work. I knew that meant I had to leave and that I had to struggle.” She split with the label and later that year leaked a song called “F–k the Industry (Signed Sincerely).”

Catch the full cover story and more pics, at Complex.

Is Mashonda now Team Alicia?

Late last year Swizz Beatz ex-wife Mashonda was still giving Swizz and and his wife Alicia Keys grief over the fact that Alicia broke up Swizz and Mashonda's marriages.

Welp, it looks like Mashonda finally built a bridge and got over it...

Proving she's truly gotten past the messy break-up Mashonda recently posted a picture on Instagram wearing Alicia Keys' Reebok line.

So Is she or isn’t she?

SPOTTED OUT: Michelle Wiliams Beams With Swizz Beatz At 2013 SESAC Pop Music Awards

Michelle Williams shined bright at 2013 SESAC Pop Music Awards red carpet.

Alongside hip hop hitmaker Swizz Beatz, the ‘Do You Know’ diva was on hand to celebrate the achievements of her ‘Hello Heartbreak’ collaborator Rico Love – who won took home both ‘Songwriter of the Year’ and ‘Song of the Year’ honors while Beatz, PJ Morton, and many more served as the night’s entertainment.

See snaps of the trio, Melanie Fiona, and more below:

Cute!

Doctors Force Aretha Franklin to Cancel Appearances To Seek Treatment

Aretha Franklin has canceled appearances in Chicago and Connecticut later this month under a doctor’s recommendation. The Associated Press reports that Franklin will need treatment during the time period shows were scheduled with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra on May 20 and at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Connecticut on May 26. Janelle Monae will step in for Franklin for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Corporate Night fundraiser. No word on the type of treatment Franklin will receive.

Jennifer Lopez Debuts Fall Clothing for Kohl's

Excited to share her new line with the public, Jennifer Lopez unveiled her Fall 2013 Kohl's collection at Gary's Loft in New York City

The former "American Idol" judge sported a sleeveless black jumpsuit as she browsed the fall fashions and posed for pics.

Preparing for a sooner season, the 43-year-old mother-of-two just picked up a summer home in the Hamptons.

Listed at a cool $9,995,000, the Water Mill beach house sits on three acres and includes a theater, sauna, steam room, and tennis courts.

T.J. Holmes Opens Up About Future Career Plans

Earlier this month BET confirmed the cancellation of their late night news-satire series, Don’t Sleep, resulting in the network ending their relationship with show host, T.J. Holmes. Since his departure from BET, T.J. has become one of the most sought after, seasoned journalists, filling in occasionally on MSNBC. He is currently meeting with various high level executives with expectations of landing a highly-coveted position among one of the major networks soon.

During a recent interview with the Huffington Post, the award-winning journalist opened up on the show’s cancellation and his future career plans.

What happened to your relationship with BET?

The network, they made a decision that they didn’t want the show to come back. That being the case, I don’t have anything else to do at that network. I was only there to do that show for the most part. So if they decide they don’t want the show on the air anymore, then there is no reason for that relationship to continue. So that relationship is over.

Were you shocked by the show’s cancellation?

I have known for a while that the show was not going to return. I just wasn’t able to say that myself and make it official, because the show is still the network’s property. So they’re the ones who are in charge in that regard of public message…And I think a lot of people have known for quite some time. It just took a while to make it publicly official.

What was your reaction to their decision, after you took a risk to bring something new to their audience?

Initially, when they cut it from a nightly show to a weekly show, I was shocked. And that had a lot to do with the timing. We’ve barely been on the air for a month at the time, and you’re still trying to find your footing and figure some things out. So I was shocked by that. But again, they have every right to do whatever it is they want to do with their network. So am I disappointed, yes, but I’m more so disappointed by the fact that we don’t have that [type of show on the air]. It was always my intent, all along, that my heart was in it to step away from where I was to roll the dice and take a chance certainly at a place that is not known for that type of programming…But what drew me was the idea that I could speak night in and night out to the issues affecting my community.

A lot of people will remember from my CNN weekend show, we had a lot of things talking about the black community. And CNN is not the platform to do it constantly, but I got it in as much as I could. I said, “if young brothers like me who have a platform, who have a voice, who have some sort of national credibility don’t do this type of thing, then who else is going to do it?” That is precisely why I did it.

Do you regret leaving your position at CNN?

Oh my God, never. Not a regret at all. I mean, mistakes were made along the way. So I’ll see things and can look back on where a mistake was made, but there’s not a regret that I have in life. You make the best decision you can with the information that’s in front of you and things work out, and sometimes they don’t, but as long as you can learn from it and grow from it you’re going to be alright.

Are you interested in taking the “Don’t Sleep” concept elsewhere?

Throughout the rest of my career I want to make sure that I have some sort of an outlet or platform to speak to those types of issues. There are not a lot of places, frankly on television, that will make the space for that type of show. So doing it again, I don’t know, but I certainly want to have some type of a platform where I’m always able to speak to some of the things I spoke to on that show

Since the last episode of “Don’t Sleep” you’ve filled in on a few occasions on MSNBC. Are you interested in extending that role now that you’re a free agent?

I don’t think there’s any question at this point that I am going to end up back in news. It only became public in recent weeks, but I have known for a while. So I’ve been out there and there are plenty people who are aware. All of the meetings that I’ve been taking at this point have been with networks and having to do with news. The first time that I filled in over at MSNBC, a lot of people noticed it and I got a lot of feedback, but I just missed it. I missed the live news. Just being in that live, daily grind of news. I didn’t realize how much I missed it, because “Don’t Sleep” was a taped show. But when that red light comes on the camera and you’re on the air, it felt great. So I am definitely looking forward to getting back.

Do you have a specific time frame on when you would like to land your next position?

No, because I don’t want to make a mistake. My wife and I are blessed enough that we don’t have to run out and find a job just for the sake of finding a job. But I’m really, really determined to get this next move right. I’m looking for a home. A place that I can see myself being for years and years down the road. So we are being very deliberate. And it’s been nice to have this option and it’s nice to be wanted to some degree.

ON THE SET: Gabrielle Union & Kevin Hart On The FIRST DAY Of FILMING "Think Like A Man 2"

The filming of Think Like A Man 2 kicked off yesterday and co-stars Gabrielle Union and Kevin Hart posted pics from their first day on set. See the photos inside and the jokes Kevin made about Dwyane Wade's polka dot suit!

The filming of the Think Like A Man sequel began yesterday and the film's stars shared a few pics from their first day on set. Star Jerry Ferrara posed with his on-screen partner Gabrielle Union saying, "So glad to be reunited with my onscreen love @gabunion #thinklikemantoo goin strong!"

Meanwhile, Gabby added, "Day 1 antics with @jerrycferrara #moviebeau #ThinkLikeAMan2 #TheCheckCleared"

Gorgeous Gabby, who just wrapped up shooting her BET series "Being Mary Jane" headed over to her trailer and posted some "shady" pics..."Day 1 "Think Like A Man 2"... #trailerlove #shadesfortheshade".

Funnyman Kevin Hart arrived in Las Vegas for the shoot via private jet (of course). He tweeted from the ground, "Just touched down in Vegas....We are filming "Think Like A Man 2" out here!!! #ImFocusedMan #CallMeMrBigScreen #MakingHistory"

And Mr. Hart isn't letting that embarassing DUI slow him down as he's prepared to take over the big screen again with his stand-up film Let Me Explain, which hits movie theaters on July 3rd.

Are Shay & Lil Scrappy Back Together? The Word Is Yes!!!!

It looks like things didn’t work out quite well for Lil’ Scrappy and Erica Dixon. The engagement may even be off. Well, that’s according to recent rumors and an appearance by Scrappy and ex Shay Johnson at Atlanta’s Project 13 event,

I think these two are finally coming out. Recently in Atlanta at the "Project 13, the thirteenth day of change" event, Shay Johnson and Scrappy tried to fool everyone by showing up in separate cars. First, Shay walked down the red carpet, then Erica Dixon. Erica and her entourage avoided Shay at all times, even to the point where journalists, and photographers started talking about her on how she wouldn't interview or take pictures with anyone.

Scrappy was a gentleman and waited for Erica to leave then made his way on to the red carpet to take pictures. At the end of the red carpet was Shay, and from there the two were both all smiles for the rest of the event. At one point, the two took a moment for themselves in the corner for some alone time. Shay took to the mic and said hello to the celebrities and people in the building as well as stated, "Scrappy is around here somewhere also...Love You."

At the end of it all, it seems as if everyone has finally grown up and as for now, Shay and Scrappy looked very happy as "Friends"???

Now, you can check out some photos from the event:

And now a photo of Erica from the event below:

Now what say ye?

Mike Tyson Coming to Cartoon Network

Mike Tyson is starring in an animated feature on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim...

Mike Tyson will play himself in "Mike Tyson Mysteries" where he and his sidekick, a foul-mouthed pigeon, solve mysteries.

Mike Tyson Mysteries is set air in on Cartoon Network in 2014, but no premier date has been announced.

Sheree Responds To NeNe Leakes Calling Her “Evil”, “Mean” And “A Bitch”

Sheree Whitfield recently sat down with Andy Cohen on ‘Watch What Happens Live” and addressed some nasty comments made by her former friend and nemesis NeNe Leakes.

Leakes, who had visited the show not long before, stated that “Sheree out of all the girls is the one person I would never have anything else to do with.. I think she’s very evil. I think she’s very mean and I think she’s a true bitch”.

WATCH:

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Although Sheree’s response wasn’t as vindictive she did say NeNe should get a life.

TEA SIPS! Is Lloyd Going Broke & Have A Drug Problem?

The email says: I am the promoter this article is about.....

Again, I have no idea if this information is true or not, but whatever the case is, I want to know your thoughts on the matter.

Chris and Adrienne Bosh Are Expecting Baby Number 2

Congratulations are in order for Mr. and Mrs. Bosh, they are expecting baby number two, NBC 6 in Miami announced via twitter.

The news Anchor Roxy for NBC 6 who is also expecting spilled the beans via twitter with a pic of the two ladies holding their stomaches. Awe, that was a creative way of doing it. Congrats to them.

Then she tweeted pics of Jackson and Trinity holding up signs spilling the news. Gotta keep the child support $$$ coming, just in case the marriage don’t last!! I respect your hustle Adrienne!! The couple shared the news with a group of women their Team Tomorrow organization hosted at a luncheon this weekend. Their group teamed up with Chapman, Safespace, Lotus House and underprivileged expectant moms who were pampered, beautified and glorified at the “Today I Can” event.

“I just want to be there to tell them that whatever dreams they have, they can still do them as a mother, whatever hopes and aspirations they have, that’s still a possibility,” Adrienne Bosh said.

The Return of Danity Kane? Are Members Planning A Reunion?

Is former girl group ‘Danity Kane’ planing a reunion? Sure looks like it. Since disbanding in 2009, four of the original five members reunited for a little lunch date at Maggiano’s Restaurant in Los Angeles,

Members, Aubrey O’Day, Dawn Richard, Aundrea Fimbres, and Shannon Bex were all in attendance. The only member not there, Wanita “D.Woods” Woodgette. Wonder what happened to her?

Although Dawm went on to join Diddy and Kaleena in the ‘Dirty Money’ trio before starting a solo career, Aubry O’Day has continued to attain some success on the real television circuit, but we haven’t heard much from the other ladies.

So what have they been up to? TMZ caught up with the ladies to see if a possible reunion was in the works. We wonder what Diddy will think of this? Clearly, he didn’t get an invite since breaking up the group.

Check out what they had to say:

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Lauren London Poses For FEARLESS Magazine

Lauren London takes on the role of celebrity guest editor for the latest digital issue of FEARLESS magazine. For the spread, Lauren gets dolled up, and is seen rockin’ her “FEARLESS” top with a bob in one snapshot. The photo is accompanied by her quote; “When love is absent, then there is fear and in my opinion you should lead your entire life through love.”

The 28-year-old actress, who currently plays Keira Whitaker on The Game, was part of the magazine’s debut issue in 2010.

A press release from the mag reads:

FEARLESS Magazine is eager to have actress Lauren London featured as the magazine’s next celebrity guest editor. She won our hearts as “New New” in ATL

and now she plays Keira Whitaker, an ex-child star and Hollywood Socialite on BET’s THE GAME. America is still and will always remain in love with Ms. Lauren London. Lauren was also a part of FEARLESS’ debut issue, the FEARLESS Class of 2010 featuring young actresses who are women of color. Because we know there are so many sides to Miss London we did 2 different photo shoots to capture her many looks.

Catch Lauren and The Game crew, Tuesdays at 10P/9c on BET.

AND FINALLY FROM THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART FILES

‘You’re Almost There!’

I don’t know whether to ridicule you for not wearing pants or applaud the fact that you are shopping for some…Actually, you know what, nobody should be thanked for putting on pants. So you’re dumb.

HAVE A GREAT WEEK AHEAD EVERYBODY!!!

EFREM

BEYONCE: How dare the media LIE about me being Pregnant!

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Beyoncé Calls E Online and other Media Outlets “Low Life People” For Starting Confirmed Pregnancy Reports?

Beyoncé is pissed after E! “confirmed” reports that she is pregnant with her second child. Beyoncé posted a message on her instagram account and then later deleted it calling the media outlets “low life people,” take a look for yourself.

“I can’t stop the rumors from starting, and I can’t really change peoples minds who believe them, all I can do is sit back and laugh at these low life people who have nothing better to do than talk about me.”

Clearly, those of us who talk about her are “low life people.” Maybe Beyoncé was not referring to the media maybe she was referring to her uncle who recently said she was not attracted to Jay-Z and didn’t want to marry him.

Not sure but stay tuned for all the tea.

March and Rally Against Hate Violence Monday In honor of Mark Carson!

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March and Rally Against Hate Violence Monday at 5:30 p.m. In honor of Mark Carson!

We all by now of the horrific murder of Mark Carson on Friday night down in Greenwich Village. The suspect is in custody and the LGBTQ Community is OUTRAGE at the number of attacks in NYC as of late. The Center in NYC is having a Rally on Monday in honor of Mark and the many others whom have harmed of these hate crimes.

From The LGBTQ Center in NYC

Dear Center Community,

I know you share my sadness and outrage at the recent string of anti-gay violence gripping our city, including the horrific murder of 32-year old Mark Carson on Friday night, just blocks from the Center. I want you to know that the Center is committed to standing with community partners and leaders, and doing everything in our power to respond and denounce this wave of violence against our community.

On Monday evening we will gather on the steps of the Center, along with the Anti-Violence Project, New York City Council Speaker Christine Quinn, community members, other elected officials, and LGBT community leaders and allies, and march to the site of Friday's shooting to demand an end to hate crimes against our community. At the end of the march, we will rally to denounce hate violence, call for justice and to mourn the death of Mark Carson. Please join us, and help spread the word.

New York is our city, and we aren’t going backward. Join us on Monday evening to honor Mark and help ensure everyone hears our message.

In solidarity,

Glennda Testone

Executive Director

MARCH AND RALLY IN RESPONSE TO LGBT HATE CRIMES – Monday, May 20th at 5:30 p.m. beginning at the Center, 208 W 13th Street, and proceeding to West 8th Street and 6th Avenue.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFO – The Anti-Violence Project encourages you to report violence you experience or witness to their free and confidential 24-hour, bilingual (English/Spanish) hotline at 212-714-1141, where you can speak with a trained counselor and seek support. You can also report violence anonymously online at www.avp.org, and learn about upcoming Community Safety Nights beginning Friday, May 24. And remember, for immediate police assistance, dial 911.

FOLKS GIVE A DAMN….FIGHT AGAINST HATE CRIMES!!

R.I.P MARK “ENVY” CARSON!

Gospel Maestro Donald Lawrence to Host a Star-Studded Live Recording!

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Gospel Superstar Donald Lawrence to Host a Star-Studded Live Recording !

Grammy® Award-winning Gospel superstar, songwriter and producer Donald Lawrence will kick off a star-studded live recording from his home base in Chicago on Tuesday, June 18th for the first part in his much-anticipated two-volume 20th Year Anniversary album, Donald Lawrence 20 Year Celebration Volumes I & II.

Celebrating 20 years for the musical trailblazer since releasing his first album with the Tri-City Singers, a host of diverse performers will join Lawrence for this milestone live album recording of Volume I, including CCM star Natalie Grant, the legendary Karen Clark-Sheard, Kierra Sheard, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Coko (of SWV), DTP Records’ soul singer Rudy Currence, Faith Evans, Lalah Hathaway, Kelly Price, Ted & Sheri, Bishop Hezekiah Walker, Lawrence’s backing ensemble The Co., and dancing to Lawrence’s tune “Beautiful Feet” superstar director/choreographer/dancer Laurieann Gibson.

Taking place at Lawrence’s longtime Chicago-area home church Dr. Bill Winston’s Living Word Christian Center the prolific artist and his special guests will fill the stage with an inspiring evening of fresh, rousing performances on beloved hits such as “Say A Prayer for Me,” “Mighty God” and more, in this free live recording.

Marking the first collaboration between Lawrence’s production company Quiet Water Entertainment and eOne Music in their partnership, the long-awaited 20-year celebration album will mix new music and fan favorites, with Lawrence’s live recording for Volume II to take place back in Charlotte, NC with the Tri-City Singers and other guests at a later date.

Says Lawrence, “Join me in Chicago for what will be an unforgettable evening of special performances with my friends; I am excited they can join me here on stage and we have an incredible celebration in store. The past 20 years have been filled with so many blessings that would not have been possible without God and your amazing support, and I look forward to celebrating in this live recording with you and sharing many more experiences in the years to come.”

An in-demand artist, composer and producer whose talents cross genres from Gospel to R&B, jazz and more, Donald Lawrence’s music ministry continues to inspire and lead the way with fans around the world and his peers in the music industry. A multiple Stellar Award-winner, Lawrence’s impact in music since the 1993 release of A Songwriter’s Point of View with the Tri-City Singers includes numerous hits including the #1 singles “The Blessing of Abraham,” “Back II Eden,” and countless arrangements and production work.

If you plan to attend here’s the Info!

Donald Lawrence 20 Year Celebration, Volume I Live Recording: Chicago

Tuesday, June 18, 2013 – 7 PM CST

Living Word Christian Center

7600 W. Roosevelt Rd.

Forest Park, IL 60130

In Soulful Sunday Talk: First Look: The Pace Sisters: “Secrets Kill”

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In Soulful Sunday Talk: First Look: The Pace Sisters: “Secrets Kill”

If you missed last Night on OWN Iyanla Vanzant helps members of an acclaimed family of gospel singers, The Anointed Pace Sisters, address the root causes of their lifelong struggles with weight. The clock is ticking as Iyanla tries to uncover what is weighing them down—mentally and physically.

There are 8 sisters Latrice, Dejuaii, Melonda, June, Leslie, Phyllis, Duranice, and Lydia. Their sister is superstar gospel artist Lashun Pace!

In 2011, DeJuaii Pace, the daughter of a preacher and member of the Anointed Pace Sisters has revealed to the her sexual orientation as a lesbian, the fact that she is a virgin and her struggles with food addiction.

This was DeJuaii Pace’s reality and factored into why she ignored her same-sex attraction for so long. In fact, the 45-year-old, who’s also a virgin, never discussed her lesbianism with her family, including her eight sisters the Anointed Pace Sisters. WATCH!

On the outside, the group seemingly has it all yet on the inside, the Pace family has struggled with a lifelong battle with weight.

Watch a few clips from the show!

The Nice Nasty Side of The Pace Sisters!

Why Iyanla Believes Secrets Are Killing the Pace Sisters

The Pace Sisters Stand Together and Sing in Harmony

The family of a total of 10 siblings have been all challenged with weight loss and at age 54, their only brother, Murphy Pace passed away.Long after taping Iyanla’s show, The Pace Sisters’ journey continues as they work to maintain their weight-loss efforts. Latrice and personal trainer Lorenzo Everhard, started the “Weight Release Challenge” which encourages a healthy, safe weight loss process.”Just Believe” is available on iTunes and Amazon.com today. A new album is expected later this year.

George Michael Being treating at the hospital after car crash on M1!

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George Michael Resting at The hospital after car crash on M1!

The singer was a passenger in a Range Rover which crashed at 5:50 pm Thursday evening

George Michael had to be airlifted to hospital following a car crash on the M1, where he sustained minor head injuries.

The singer was a passenger in a Range Rover which crashed at 5:50 pm Thursday evening. Ambulance crews and an air ambulance were called to junction 6A in Hertfordshire, near St Albans.

Connie Filippello, the singer’s agent said: “George Michael was a passenger in a vehicle involved in a traffic accident yesterday evening, no third party was involved. He is being treated for superficial cuts and bruises but is fine. We have no further comment at this time."

A spokesperson for Hertfordshire police said: “Police were called at just gone 5.45pm on May 16 to the northbound carriageway of the M1 at junction 6A. The ambulance service and helicopter were also in attendance and a man was taken by helicopter to a hospital in London.

He suffered a head injury.

“The exact circumstances of what happened are unclear at this time and until further investigations have been carried out it would be inappropriate for us to comment further.”

Hertfordshire police said the northbound carriageway was closed for an hour following the crash to allow emergency services to treat both passengers. The southbound carriageway was also closed for around 30 minutes to make space for the helicopter to land.

The 49-year-old singer was arrested and banned from driving for five years in 2010 after driving a Range Rover into a Snappy Snaps store in Hampstead, north London.

Michael, whose real name is Georgios Panayiotou, also received a two year driving ban in 2007 for being discovered at his car wheel “unfit to drive through drugs.

Get well soon George!

Hey if you guys see Chad Johnson Tell him the Cops are looking him!

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Arrest Warrant Issued for Chad Johnson

An arrest warrant has been issued for Chad Johnson stemming from his domestic violence conviction...

When Chad Johnson was sentenced to probation for headbutting his then wife, Basketball Wives' star Evelyn Lozada, he was ordered to check in with a parole officer on a regular basis.

Welp, according to reports Chad hasn't been showing up and a warrant has been issued for his arrest.

After Chad is picked up a hearing will be set and if Chad is found in violation of his parole, he may be facing jail time.

BREAKING NEWS: Another Gay Man ATTACKED & KILLED IN NYC!

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A gunman murders 32-year-old Gay man in Greenwich Village!

This a developing story and will update!

A gunman shot and killed a 32-year-old man in Greenwich Village early Saturday after a shouting match boiled over into bloodshed, officials said.

Police said the victim, whose name is being withheld until his family is notified, was shot on W. Eighth Street at Sixth Ave. just after midnight and was rushed to Beth Israel Hospital where he died.

"We heard one 'pop' and then this. . .guy came running down the block, he was booking," said a doorman at a nearby nightclub, who didn't want to be identified. "The guy who got shot, he was laying out in the street, he wasn't moving."

The suspect ran down Eighth Street, according to witnesses, and was caught a few minutes later near the corner of McDougal and W. Third streets. His revolver was also recovered nearby, according to police.

THIS VIOLENCE MUST STOP!