The Young, Black, and Fabulous

Angela Simmons, Jessica White And Others GET FAB For Fall 2012 Fashion Week

_YBF — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 23:54:51 +0000

The beautiful folks have descended upon NYC for Fashion Week, Fall 2012. See pics of Angela Simmons, Jessica White and more inside...

Jessica White was spotted looking in an interesting getup outside the tents for Fall 2012 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Lincoln Center in New York City today.

We know Jessica loves fur.....and she did not disappoint.

She hit up the front row and backstage of the BCBG Maz Azria show:

She also posed with the designer Max Azria.

Fab times.

And fab stylist stylist June Ambrose posed with Ramona Singer and Sonja Morgan from the "Real Housewives of New York" at the Kim Hicks Couture show.

Angela Simmons was also spotted looking sleek at the tents.

For the BCBG show she rocked this black ensemble with a gold choker/belt combo.

You feelin' it?

And after a quick change into a white pantsuit, Angela posed with Aisha Tyler and designer Tadashi Shoji at his show.

J. Alexander was spotted at the Tadashi Shoji as well.

Designer Dennis Basso posed with Star Jones before QVC's New York Fashion Week runway show at Center 548.

And we haven't seen this dude in a while. Damon Dash was spotted with Noah Ashman (what's that SPOT in between your legs sir?) at the Buckler by Andrew Buckler men's collection.

The Randomness:

1. "The Real Housewives of Miami" are returning. But Larsa Pippen is not. Story.

Photos via Slaven Vlasic/Chelsea Lauren/Joe Corrigan/Jason Kempin/Getty Images North America/Pacific Coast News

Gloria Govan DISHES on "BBW: LA" & Her Romance With Matt Barnes + NOW Halle Berry & Olivier Martinez Are ENGAGED....FOR REAL!

_YBF — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:24:22 +0000

Gloria Govan revealed mire about her "BBW: LA" drama and romance with Matt Barnes in a recent interview with web host Staci Harris. And guess who tagged along for the interview....MATT! Watch inside and get deets on new reports about Halle Berry & Olivier Martinez's engagement!

Gloria Govan recently stopped by Staci Harris' web show where she dished on "BBW:LA," the Kardashians (mainly going in on Kris Jenner), and her on and off again romance with Matt Barnes.

And guess who came to the interview with her......Mr. Matt Barnes! (The two are pictured above with the web show hosts.) Guess we were right when we speculated last week the two were getting back together.

At the (4:26) mark, Gloria is asked about what happened during/after the "BBW:LA" taping with her split from Matt and HE chimes in saying "she was still giving up the a$$." Classy.

Watch the interview here:

In other "couple" news......

Earlier, reports surfaced that Halle Berry want to move to France with her daughter and her "boyfriend." And people close to Halle originally shot down rumors they were engaged (rememeber this engagement news last month). Well apparently the emerald ring is still NOT an engagement ring, but they are indeed engaged, according to TMZ.

Though they have not announced it publicly, new sources are saying that Halle and Olivier did indeed get engaged after the first of this year.

The engagement would make sense as it would be weird to ask a judge to let you move your daughter away from her dad so you can shack up with your boyfriend in another country. Also, Halle has been receiving numerous death threats from stalkers and the move may indeed make her and Nahla safer.

This custody battle is a mess, but congrats to Halle and Olivier!

BONUS: Here's Halle & Olivier's new poster for their upcoming movie (where they met) Dark Tide which still doesn't have a release date:

SPOTTED: Toccara Jones Looking SVELTE & FAB While Shopping It Up

Natasha — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:23:57 +0000

Tocarra Jones is looking all kinds of fabulous these days. The model/actress was spotted out in Beverly Hills shopping it up. We've got the pics of the svelte chick with her cutie pup inside...

Former "Top Model" and "Celebrity Fit Club" contestant Tocarra was spotted in her jeans and polka dotted blouse shopping at Herve Leger and Wolford yesterday in L.A. And she has her ridiculously cute tiny pup in tow.

Toccara, who turns 31 next month, made a few guest appearances on TBS' "Are We There Yet?" last season. And she also hit the red carpet of the ESSENCE Black Women In Music event last night. Our only question is...does this chick have a sponsor? We're not mad though. Do you boo.

Pics: Fame/FLYNET

FIRST LOOK: Will & Jaden Smith On Tropical "After Earth" Set + Tyler Perry's "Good Deeds" Sneak Peek

_YBF — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:14:13 +0000

Will Smith and his son Jaden were spotted on the set of their flick After Earth. See the pics inside and also watch the trailer for Tyler Perry's Good Deeds.

Will Smith recently posted a few photos of he and son Jaden on the Costa Rican set of their next film After Earth.

Previously titled "1000 A.E.", sci-fi flim is set 1.000 years into the future. It will follow a young boy who navigates an abandoned and sometimes scary land to save himself and his estranged father after their ship crashes on an alien planet.

Set for a June 7, 2013 release, the flick is produced by Overbrook Entertainment with M. Night Shyamalan directing. Stephen Gaghan and Gary Whitta will handle the screenplay.

Meanwhile, Jaden has a lot on his plate as he's also signed up to reprise his role in Karate Kid 2 with Jackie Chan. Will and Jada Pinkett Smith will be helping produce the film while screenwriter Zak Penn will do the screenplay. Also, Jaden will star in "Amulet" with Willow Smith while daddy hits the big screen in Men In Black 3. This family is on 100 right now in Hollywood. Makes you wonder just how truthful are the divorce rumors...do they even have time for one??

Also in movies.......

Tyler Perry has released a sneak peek from Good Deeds. The scene stars his co-lead Thandie Newton. The film opens in theaters everywhere on February 24, 2012 and stars Brian White, Rebecca Romijn, Jamie Kennedy, Eddie Cibrian, Jordenn Thompson, and Beverly Johnson with Phylicia Rashad and Gabrielle Union.

And speaking of Ms. Union:

One of the film's stars, the uber fab gabby was spotted having dinner at Bianca Miami Beach this week. Looking great chick!

EXCLUSIVE: LeToya Luckett & Michelle Williams Reveal They're In AWE Of Beyonce's Post-Baby Bod!

Natasha — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:14:02 +0000

TheYBF.com hit the black carpet at last night's ESSENCE Black Women In Music event in L.A. And the YBF celebs all had something to say about Beyonce's new post-Baby Blue bod. Check out what her former groupmate, LeToya Luckett, and plenty others expected from Queen Bey inside. Plus, Mama Tina is talking about Blue Ivy, who already has a trademark pending...

It was Kelly Rowland's big night as an ESSENCE Black Women In Music honoree. But that didn't stop Michelle Williams from gushing about both Kel and their other sister Beyonce. And LeToya and others had something to say as well. Apparently, we weren't the only ones in awe of Mrs. Knowles-Carter's debut this week.

"First of all, I already know, Bey stays in the gym and she's not gonna let none of THIS happen," LeToya dished to us on the carpet. "I know she done shook that weight already....so you gotta love her."

Michelle was excited for the hot new mom and her new bod saying, "Honey...she is fierce honey!" And about Baby Blue, "She is darling and absolutely amazing and so, so gorgeous."

Check out our exclusive red carpet chats with Michelle, LeToya, and more:

In other Baby Blue Ivy news, grandma Tina Knowles is loving every ounce of her. She told People mag at the Runway to Win fundraising reception this week:

"She's doing great. She's beautiful. It's the second best job I've ever had."

We're assuming being MOM to 2 successful daughters is first. Sweet!

And about that trademark rumor on Baby Blue's name--it seems to be true. The Washington Post reports The Carters filed a trademark with the federal government last month:

On Jan. 26, new parents Beyoncé and Jay-Z filed an application with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to protect the baby’s name — and reserve it for a future line of baby carriages, baby cosmetics, diaper bags and other undoubtedly fabulous accoutrements for the fashion-forward infant.

Get ready for House of Dereon Blue!

VIDEO CORRESPONDENT: Kalia Silva/TheYBF.com

A Look Inside: The 3rd Annual Essence Black Women In Music Event

Jennifer Hudson, Janelle Monae And Jessica White GET FAB For amFAR's New York Gala

_YBF — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:09:13 +0000

Janelle Monae, Jennifer Hudson and Jessica White were amongst the celebs who attended the amfAR New York Gala in preparation of Fall 2012 Fashion Week. See the pics inside....

Jennifer Hudson stepped out in a gorgeous Roberto Cavalli gown last night at Cipriani Wall Street for the amfAR New York Gala.

She also posed with Mr. Roberto Cavalli himself, who was the honoree of the night, at the event. Gorgeous look for her.

Jenny chatted it up with Cindy Crawford over dinner.

Model Liya Kebede also attended in an interesting look for cream and black pants with a matching blouse.

Model Joan Smalls looked fab in this black ensemble with a vampy lip color.

Miss Universe 2011 Leila Lopes looked gorgeous in her red gown and high ponytail.

She also posed with Mr. Cavalli inside.

Theophilus London also attended.....in these jeans. These slits though...

Janelle Monae was literally showing out in her silky black blouse. And we're not mad! It's the sexiest look we've seen her do as she usually keeps to her buttoned up black and white ensembles. But it looks like somebody's ready to step it up a notch in this very deep V-neck top.

She also performed in her more conservative look.

Jessica White hit the scene in red and reminde dus turbans aren't for everybody:

Not really feeling the headpiece or the gown, but chick sure seemed confident striking a pose.

Designer Rachel Roy was also there in a neutral ensemble of a light tan gathered dress, black blazer, and nude pumps.

The black-tie gala was hosted by Sarah Jessica Parker and raised money for AIDS research, prevention and education.

Photos via Splash / Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images North America

VIDEO FAB: Jay-Z & Kanye Drop 'N*ggas In Paris" Vid

Natasha — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:23:26 +0000

The Throne just dropped their video for "N*ggas In Paris." Check out visuals of Jay & Kanye rocking the stage on tour with special effects likely to cause seizures...

We've been waiting for months for the visuals to Kanye West & Jay-Z's huge "N*ggas In Paris" track. And it just dropped.

Instead of shooting an original video, the fellas used footage from their Watch The Throne tour stop in Los Angeles with plenty of special effects on top. Kaleidoscope effects, laser lights, and tigers all over the place.

And seeing that they performed the track 10 times in L.A. (and umpteen times in most cities), they had plenty of footage to pull from. Would have still preferred a hot original Euro themed video though.

Peep the vid. The Throne is up for 3 Grammys this Sunday including Best Rap Album, Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance for "Otis."

CAUGHT ON TAPE: Jen Williams Gets SLAPPED UP On "Basketball Wives 4" Supertrailer!

Natasha — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:58:42 +0000

Ish just got even uglier on the upcoming fourth season of "Basketball Wives." We've got the first look at the almost 5 minute supertrailer. And guard ya grills...Jennifer Williams gets SLAPPED and Evelyn Lozada is on a mission to whoop ass.

Check it inside....

As I've said plenty of times before, I still don't fully understand why there is beef in the "circle" between Evelyn & Jen. Maybe it's because I can't get through a full episode as my foolywang tolerance is only so high these days. The only comparable thing that comes to mind are dogfights....but that would be mean.

But still, Jen finds herself defending her face...yet again...from people attacking her. After she got a drink tossed in her face and being involved in several fights with her co-stars on previous seasons, this season we see Jen get pimp slapped in the face by Evelyn's assistant Nia Crooks. Yes, THIS is where that recent lawsuit stems from. And if that wasn't enough, Evelyn jumped on the huge table to attack Jennifer herself directly after the slap.

Aside from the slap ups, F bombs, and screaming matches--Royce Reed is trying to get her theater career off the ground in NYC, Evelyn is trying to plan her wedding to Chad (while fighting with newbie Kenya Bell who calls Evelyn a ho), newcomer Kesha Nichols is trying to defend herself against the "ladies," and Shaunie O'Neal is still sitting around with the "OMG I'm in shock" face while doing nothing about the foolery.

Peep the supertrailer below:

Get More: Basketball Wives (Season 4)

The seaosn premieres on VH1 on February 20 at 8 p.m. ET/PT.

SERIOUSLY!? Halle Berry ASKS Judge For Permission To Move To France With Nahla.....And Olivier Martinez!

_YBF — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:34:37 +0000

Halle Berry recently asked a judge for permission to relocate to France with her daughter Nahla and boyfriend Olivier Martinez. And of course......baby daddy Gabriel Aubry is not happy. Get the deets on the drama inside.....

Halle Berry just took her custody war up a notch as she has asked a judge for permission to move to France with Nahla. Although Halle could argue that France is safer than Hollywood or that maybe it "could" be for her career, one has to wonder if this isn't just a way for her to put some distance between Nahla and baby daddy Gabriel Aubry.

Well damn.

Halle has filed papers with the court and the hearing is pending.

We'll keep you posted...

Kelly Rowland, Michelle Williams, LeToya Luckett, Eve, & Plenty More Get FAB For ESSENCE BLACK WOMEN IN MUSIC

Natasha — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:25:11 +0000

The uber fab Kelly Rowland was honored last night, along with music executive Sylvia Rhone, at the 3rd annual ESSENCE Black Women in Music event. Pics of all the YBF chicks who came out to support the ladies inside....

Kelly reunited with her Destiny's Child groupmate Michelle Williams last night at the Belasco Theatre in Los Angeles. The invitation-only event celebrated the accomplishments of the most influential movers and shakers in the music industry. So kely was front and center in her tangerine one-shoulder flowing gown.

Kel did a special performance and Eve did as well. MC Lyte, who by the way was the first female solo rapper to ever be nominated for a GRAMMY, DJ'd the night.

Is this the "good man" you said recently that you've got Kelly? Hmmm...

Loves this look.

Kelly got a hug from the other honoree of the night, music exec Sylvia Rhone.

Michelle showed some skin in this black/bronze/sheer mini dress as she came out to support her bestie.

Eve rocked a lime green floor length gown with a faux wrap and ruffled hem. And accessorized with Rosena Sammi's Leaf Ring.

Former D-Childer LeToya Luckett was there to support her former groupmate. Simple but cute cobalt blue cocktail dress.

Sharon Leal kept it classy in a shimmering champagne evening gown.

Actress Denyce Lawton hit the carpet in this cutesy teal number and cute pumps.

Tamia!

The gorgeous singer and mom of 2, who we just don't see enough hit the carpet, rocked a classic satin black dress with a sexy slit. And posed with singer Kenny Lattimore.

Eva Marcille flaunted her killer gams in this mini puff dress.

Ledisi kept it simple in a little black dress.

DJ K.I.S.S. hit the carpet.

Holly Robinson-Peete showed off her vintage Capital Records gear.

Joyful Drake went more casual in a multicolored hoodie and leggings. Not loving it.

Wayne Brady came out to support. Interesting.

Ne-Yo hit the carpet with a new artist from his label.

MC Lyte rocked a cute nude dress for the occasion.

Going back in time much Melody?

ESSENCE EIC Constance White made an appearance.

Regina King kept it classic with a LBD and velvet red pumps.

Actress Jenna Fredrique went for a fringed out look.

Model Tocarra looked pretty in pink.

And "Let's Stay Together" actress Nadine Ellis was there as well.

LaLa Anthony, Aisha Tyler & Chaka Khan HIT THE RUNWAY For "The Heart Truth"

_YBF — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:45:32 +0000

Last night, Aisha Tyler, LaLa Anthony and Chaka Khan were among the high profile women who walked the runway for "The Heart Truth," a campaign for women about heart disease. See their pics and fab gowns inside.....

The Heart Truth Red Dress Fashion Show was held at the Hammerstein Ballroom last night in NYC to raise awareness about heart disease. And to kick off NYC Fashion Week 2012.

LaLa Anthony was among the participants. And looked fab in her red Rachel Roy dress and Christian Louboutin shoes. And, of course, her own Motives makeup line.

She told us of the event, "I was honored to participate in this fashion show to raise awareness for heart disease. I didn't even know that heart disease is the #1 killer of women. We can prevent this by eating healthy and exercise. Tonight marked the 10 year anniversary of the Red Dress event which made it even more special."

"The Talk" co-host Aisha Tyler looked gorgeous in a gown from Badgley Mischka

Pretty.

The legendary Chaka Khan looked amazing in her Chris March gown as she posed with the designer and hit the catwalk.

Also participating were celebs like Rose McGowan (who almost wiped out on the catwalk), Patti Stanger, Jennifer Nettles, Gloria Estefan, Michael Phelps' mom Debbie, and more. Nice to see so many fabulous women raising awareness.

Photos via Splash/C.Smith/ WENN.com

Ice-T Gets Cutesy With CoCo For Reality Show Promo Pics

Natasha — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:58:47 +0000

The usually hard Ice-T is showing off his cutesy side in the new promo pics for his "Ice Loves CoCo" E! reality show. Check out the twosome being more covered up than usual inside...

53-year-old "Law & Order: SVU" star Ice-T is all about his boobie & booty flaunting wife Nicole "CoCo" Austin. And they must be making something work as they've been married for 11 years are entering the second season of their reality show. On the premiere episode, CoCo gets disappointed about not being pregnant and her body going through changes.

CoCo rocked a fitted hot pink dress with pink and blue multi-colored pumps.

And even had their funny bulldog Spartacus on hand.

Still keepin' it pimpin' in his hot pink suit and hard bottoms.

The couple recently returned from the Sundance Film Festival to promote Ice's film documentary The Art of Rap, which centers around the process that rappers like Snoop Dogg, Eminem and Kanye West go through to produce their music. And by the way, CoCo will be making appearances alongside her man on "SVU" this season.

Season 2 of "Ice Loves CoCo" premieres February 19th.

Rita Ora's "i-D" Photoshoot + Nicki Minaj's New Grammy Promo & "PAPER" Magazine Sneak Peek

_YBF — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:30:08 +0000

Roc Nation artist Rita Ora recently posed for "The Whatever The Weather" Issue of i-D magazine. We've got a sneak peek and behind the scenes footage, plus Nicki's new Paper mag shoot, inside...

Shown above rocking Chanel, singer Rita Ora recently posed for the latest issue of i-D magazine. Here's more pics of the 21-year-old British blondie (who is originally from Kosovo) in a hot Gucci jacket and bold lip:

In another look (above) for the fresh, fun and girly Scott Trindle photoshoot, she looked cute in a jacket and swimsuit by Prada and sunglasses by Cutler and Gross.

Watch the BTS video here:

Nicki Minaj will cover the spring fashion issue of "Paper" Magazine (the magazine released the sneak peek photo above). Inside, Nicki talks to Simon Doonan about how she deals with the pressures of fame and her obsession with Big Ang from "Mob Wives."

Also, the "Stupid H*e" rapper and LL Cool J have a second Grammy promo:

Will you be watching?

CANDIDS: Erykah Badu SKATES To The Club+Tisha Campbell Out & About+Amber Rose Goes Doggy Style

Natasha — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:24:53 +0000

Folks are loving these DSquared2 "Skate Moss" boots. Stylist June Ambrose rocked them in black last week, and Erykah Badu rocked them in white to the club in L.A. last night. Pics of the singer, Tisha Campbell-Martin, and Amber Rose inside....

Ms. Badu (who turns 41 this month) is gearing up for the Grammys. She was spotted arriving to MyHouse nightclub in Hollywood for a pre-grammy event. Erykah, who goes by "DJ Low Down Loretta Brown" was there to DJ with Spinderella. And looked like she just stepped off the ice in this sweatshirt, leggings, and sweater:

The mom of 3 definitely walks to the beat of her own drum.

Elsewhere in L.A., actress Tisha Campbell-Martin was spotted strolling around L.A. today:

Her Lifetime show "The Protector" was recently cancelled. But the 43-year-old is looking like she's in good spirits.

And elsewhere in L.A.:

Amber Rose was spotted walking her pugalicious friends in a head wrap and oversized earrings:

Well somebody's gotta scoop the poop...

Pics via Pacific Coast News/INF

Mo And Kita Pop Back: "We've Never Stolen ANYTHING From Terrell Owens"

_YBF — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:23:20 +0000

Mo and Kita are finally speaking out and sharing THEIR side of the story regarding their "former" friendship with distressed former NFL star T.O. But most importantly, they want you to know they DO NOT steal. Deets inside.....

We all remember when T.O. went on "WENDY" to discuss the GQ article where he revealed he was broke, lonely and felt betrayed by a few friends. Although he did mention that he is no longer friends with Mo and Kita, he kept mum about the name of a friend who stole from him (so some people thought it was Mo and Kita).

Now the ladies are speaking out to clear their name and share their side of the story.

TheInsider.com: How did all this start? Terrell says you double-crossed him.

Kita: He's mad at everybody. We were friends first. People forget that. We were friends for 12 years. Terrell is the only client we had where we had a friendship first. The GQ article didn't bother us (T.O. recently did an interview with GQ where he stated he was broke and had no friends). Terrell is typically known for running his mouth, he says things off the cuff, he's mad at the world. It didn't bother us, that article we knew about.

TheInsider.com: So what took you guys over the top emotionally?
Kita: His Wendy Williams interview. We didn't steal anything from him. And he sat on that couch, and said a friend stole some money. People assumed he was talking about us, and he never really stated he WASN'T talking about us. So that's how Wendy Williams made the assumption and went on her after show saying 'Those two girls ripped him off! I can't believe Mo and Kita would do such a thing.' Having an opinion is one thing -- anyone can have an opinion -- but when you state it as fact now you are messing with my reputation as a professional woman. Monique and I have been in this business for over 15 years. Before T.O. And we've worked with artists from Ludacris, to Jay-Z, Mariah Carey, Method Man and more. We worked for Def Jam! So for him to say something like that and not be clear -- that's where we got hurt. We're hurt more than anything.

TheInsider.com: So just to set the record straight, neither of you have ever stolen from T.O.?
Monique and Kita: NEVER!
Monique: We have never! We've never stolen ANYTHING from Terrell Owens. There's been always hills and valleys within our relationship. This isn't the first time Terrell and Kita and I have parted ways with our friendship. Over a 12-year span it's not a big deal. Where the hurt and disbelif came from is he put some things out there, and we know how media puts a spin on things, especially messy media. He was never clear.