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BET Bans Ciara Video for "Ride", Ciara Responds, Why BET Is a Disgrace to African-Americans and the American culture

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Fri, 21 May 2010 20:46:00 +0000

Ciara's video for "Ride" has been banned from BET for being sexually suggestive and Ciara had this to say about it.

We find it how BET can ban anything and say it is sexually suggestive when they have had a history of playing videos of poor taste. Rap videos consistently show scantly-clad women doing erotic dances with demeaning lyrics geared towards them. Beyonce can wear and say just about anything and they don't have a problem with it, and have you seen the last few Trey Songz videos? He is imitating sexual acts in the last few of his videos. BET doesn't have a problem with this. This is the type of stuff we talk about. BET is in the money making business. They will play what is profitable for them at that present time, and what isn't they will try and play the socially responsible card. When is the last time you have seen anything of any social or moral value on BET? BET is a disgrace as a representation of African-Americans. They perpetuate every stereotype of the African-American race. The channel brings you socially regressive shows such as "Frankie and Neffe" "106 & Park" and regularly played-movies such as "I Got the Hook Up" and "Soul Plane" needs change their name because they do not represent the black race in any shape form or fashion. The idea of young children growing up and watching the mockery of the culture on television disgusts us.

So we would like to say to 'Black Entertainment Television,' if you are going to ban this Ciara video you should ban every video that demoralizes women and the black culture as a whole and is sexually suggestive. That would be the bulk of the videos you nominated for 'Video of the Year' at this years BET Awards, but at least it mean you stood for something. Debra Lee and all of the people over there who run it need to resign because they have only worsened the situation. BET, just do us all a favor and go off-air.

Here is the Ciara video BET banned

Simon tells Oprah he's 'bored' with American Idol; Knowing When It's Time for a Change

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Fri, 21 May 2010 13:33:00 +0000

Simon Cowell told Oprah he quit American Idol because he was "bored."

Simon spoke with Oprah while 'on location' on the set of American Idol over a cup of tea. Simon, in speaking with Oprah who is also leaving her show next year, said:

"I'm leaving probably for the same reasons you left. You just know that time's up. "I remember the first year when we did this, and it was like an adventure, and I loved that, not knowing if it would be successful, and the buzz, [and] we were kind of making it up every week. I loved that buzz. It was fun. I've always promised myself I would leave before I was forced to go."

Cowell will quit American Idol when the current season – the ninth – ends next week, so he can concentrate on launching a US version of his hit UK show, The X Factor.

It is nice that Simon knows when to quit. Some of us do not know when it is time to quit something and try something new. We tend to become stuck with things in our lives, though we really have no reason for being in those positions. Dare to do something different and not be stuck doing the same ol thing year after year. We only have one life to live, live it to the fullest!

Lebron James, His Mother & Delonte West Story in a Nutshell; We Are All Human

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Fri, 21 May 2010 13:20:00 +0000

So we will sum up this Lebron James controversy for everybody.

So this week it came out after the Cleveland Cavaliers lost their last game in the NBA playoffs, that Lebron James' mom had been sleeping with his teammate Delonte West.

Rumor has it that Lebron found out about his teammate and mom's affair right before the game and that triggered his poor performance in what will probably be his last game with the Cleveland Cavaliers. The website that revealed the news, terezowens.com, stands by everything that they revealed stating that they have multiple sources to confirm it's true. Lebon James has denied the entire ordeal and his lawyers sent the website a cease and desist letter denying the rumor.

Even NBA Hall-of-Famer Calvin Murphy has come out and confirmed the allegations saying, "It ain't no rumor" to ESPN radio.

Murphy went a step further by confirming that the story is “absolutely true,” that everyone knew about it, and he has “legit” sources who can prove it. He even threw more salt in Lebron’s wounds by stating that Delonte was not the only one hitting off Gloria — there was more than one dude involved!

The one thing Lebron James can't do too much of is take this personally if this story is true. People are gonna be people, even those you hold close. We are sure their were plenty of signs if this was the case and he probably was blind to the facts being that his mother was involved. We cannot be so blind as to build up anybody in our lives to the level that we do not give them room to make mistakes. Everybody makes mistakes in life and Lebron has come to learn that about his mother. We are all human and none of us are perfect. The problem we have to face is accepting people for their shortcomings or faults and being willing to love them despite those faults.

Lindsay Lohan Gets Off the Hook, No Jail Time; Money and Our Judicial System

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Fri, 21 May 2010 13:10:00 +0000

Lindsay Lohan no longer will be facing jail time according to People.

The court removed the arrest warrant when somebody posted Lindsay's $100,000 bail.

The court lifted an arrest warrant Thursday that was issued against the actress just hours earlier after she pulled a no-show for a progress review hearing, a court clerk confirms to PEOPLE.

The actress, 23, posted $100,000 bail, paying a bail bondsman $10,000 for the bond, to ensure her appearance at a new hearing date set for Monday morning.

Earlier in the day, Lohan's attorney Shawn Chapman Holley told Superior Court Judge Marsha Revel that her client's passport was stolen while at the film festival, but Revel rejected that as a valid excuse and issued the warrant.

Previously, we spoke about nobody being above the law, in which they aren't idealistically. We all know, however, for the right amount of money our judicial system will reprieve just about anybody. Lindsay Lohan has gotten out of so many binds due to her celebrity status and wealth. Had she been a poor and not famous, we are sure Lindsay Lohan would NOT be getting the special treatment that she has been getting.

Scarlett Johansson Just Got a New Ethiopian Little Sister; Finding Purpose at any Age

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Thu, 20 May 2010 12:54:00 +0000

Scarlett Johansson just got a new little sister courtesy of her mom's new adoption.

Scarlett Johanson's mom has adopted a little baby from Ethiopia named Fenan and recently missed out on her daughter's Iron Man 2 premiere in order to pick the child up from Ethiopia.

Johansson also has an older brother, Adrian, and a twin brother, Hunter, as well as another half-brother, Christian, from her father's previous marriage.

Adoption is a wonderful thing, at any age. Johansson's mom has not only found purpose in her at a later age and has helped a fellow human being in need at the same time. Growing older is not the end of the world, you can find purpose with your life and different things to do with your life.

Lindsay Lohan Misses Court, D.A. Wants Warrent Issued; No one is above the law, well me and you

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Thu, 20 May 2010 04:37:00 +0000

Lindsay Lohan may have a warrant issued tomorrow after missing her flight from Cannes to LA for her court day tomorrow.

Lindsay claims her passport was stolen and she's getting a replacement tomorrow.

We're told Lindsay will not be arrested when she lands at LAX ... it's a misdemeanor warrant and she'll almost certainly be allowed to turn herself into the court.

Our D.A. sources say the prosecutor in the case will scoff at Lindsay's excuses for not completing her alcohol ed classes and for not appearing in court. As one source said, "She needs to feel the consequences, and jail could end up being a good thing for her."

Nobody is above the law, not anybody. Some people of affluent wealth or status are not neither, though it may seem that way. You have to abide by the law in order to survive in this world. Sometimes we certain things and think that maybe we can get away with it. You maybe be able to a few times, but do not think it won't catch up with you in the end.

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Blogger Sandra Rose Gets Taste of Her Own Medicine from Chris Brown; Getting Good Karma

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Thu, 20 May 2010 04:08:00 +0000

Everybody who has read Sandra Rose's blog knows how mean-spirited she can be, well she got a taste of her own medicine courtesy of Chris Brown.

After publishing a post on him saying his career was dead, Chris Brown took to twitter to crack jokes on her.

You cannot expect to be mean to people and not receive some of that back. Sandra Rose blog is probably one of the most hateful blogs we know. Daily, she spews hateful and mean things about celebrities and entertainers that are uncalled for. The jokes were wrong on Chris Brown part, but we do not feel sorry for Sandra Rose.

There are rules of the universe, not matter which way you put it. Some call it karma, others call it revenge. You cannot expect good things to happen to you when you do wrong by other people. Payback will come eventually in some form or another. On the other hand, if you good things for people or do good things, you can expect to get good things in return sooner or later. It is plain and simple. Watch your motives and actions. Watch how they affect others because you never know how something you do and write can affect other people.

Jaun-Carlos Cruz was to kill wife and himself; Why not having kids isn't the end of the world

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Tue, 18 May 2010 21:51:00 +0000

Juan-Carlos Cruz pulled a page from a fantasy novel. Cruz, who once hosted a show on the food network, was trying to hire homeless men to off his wife, and then planned on killing himself soon after. It's all because his wife, Jennifer Campbell, was infertile.

Sources say the Santa Monica Police Department and the L.A. County District Attorney are fully aware 47-year-old Jennifer Campbell has been despondent for years over her infertility and has spoken openly to friends that she wanted to end her life.

But Campbell is a deeply religious, practicing Catholic and the church views suicide as a mortal sin.

Our law enforcement sources say the information police and prosecutors have "is absolutely clear" -- Cruz was trying to honor his wife's wishes by ending her life. He then planned on killing himself.

Women you should never feel bad about not being able to have children. There are so many other children in this world with whom you can touch. Many children out here need the loving care that you can provide. You cannot change the way you were designed so why get sad and depressed over it. The adoption processes in the United States are long if you took that route, but there are many you can adopt outside the country. Use all that love you have in your heart on children who need it. You will be surprised at the fulfillment you get.

Click here for a list of adoption agencies that can help you in you search to become an adoptive mother.

Rappers Gucci Mane and Waka Flocka Ambushed at Video Shoot; Hood Mentality 101

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Tue, 18 May 2010 21:30:00 +0000

Gucci Mane and Waka Flocka were recently ambushed at a video shoot by random persons looking for a fight.

There is something in the ghetto that tends to keep even the biggest stars in the ghetto, the hood mentality. The is more so seen in urban communities than in any others. It is a state of mind where one thinks one has to prove a point everywhere one goes, violence is the only answer, snitching is forbidden and people do not like seeing another person get ahead of them. That mentality has to be broken in order to progress in this world. Some of us still stay in that mind-frame and wonder why we still find ourselves in the hood or ghetto even though we might not be physically there anymore. You have to care about yourself enough to know the place you come from doesn't embody you or define you. It is okay to acknowledge it as your roots, but that is where it should start and end.

New Miss USA Rima Fakih already surrounded with 'stripping' photos controversy and raunchy video

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Mon, 17 May 2010 22:21:00 +0000

The new crowned Miss USA Rima Fakih has only been crowned for one day and is already swirled in controversy. Photos of her involved in a striptease contest have hit the net.

Mojo In The Morning held an event at The Coliseum gentlemen's club in Detroit in 2007 called "Stripper 101" in which Fakih was a contestant. "Rima was one of the girls that won most of the contests that day. We do a pole dancing contest, lap dance contest and booty popping contest," Mojo told RadarOnline.com Monday morning. "She won a personal stripping pole for your house and we had an adult company that gave away all kinds of toys and dirty things that make me blush."

Miss USA officials are currently investigating this issue.

But a second source close to the pageant told RadarOnline.com that officials are definitely looking into it, taking the matter seriously and looking to limit potential damage.

Mojo said that when the pageant spokesperson called his station, "They were not happy about the photos. They don't want this out there. I asked if something was wrong and they told me they couldn't comment on that and just needed to make a determination.

"Rima's a good girl. She was so incredible at the event and we don't think it should be a reflection of her Miss USA title," Mojo continued. "There are doctors and lawyers that are a part of those events we do, so we don't think the pageant should look at this in a negative way."

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Rima Fakih is honored to have been the first Arab-american to win the Miss USA contest ever.
We do not think there should be a big blowup surrounding this and we are sure, considering some of the past winners, Donald Trump and the Miss USA organization, not let this controversy get out of hand.

As for being an aspiring role model for young women all across the country by being Miss USA, do you think Fakim made a smart choice in participating in these contests? We have to always watch what we do in our present, because it might affect our future. Think about your decisions now instead of when it becomes too late!

Spencer admits to Holding Heidi Captive: Freedom in a Relationship

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Mon, 17 May 2010 21:59:00 +0000

In the clip from tomorrow night's The Hills episode, Spencer admits to keeping Heidi captive and doesn't let her do anything.

As you all know, Heidi's mother claimed her daughter was being held captive. Soon after, Heidi tried to have her mom arrested.

Women, anytime you get to a point in a relationship where things are this controlled, RUN AWAY. DO NOT let a man tell you what to do when it comes to personal freedoms. Same things goes for men, do not let a women tell you what you can and can't do when it comes to personal freedoms. You have a right to decide who you can and can't talk to and what you can and cannot do.

Christina responds to Lady Gaga fued for the "last time"; How to fight jealousy

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Mon, 17 May 2010 20:25:00 +0000

Christina Aguilera has responded to the Lady Gaga comments she made in 'Out' magazine that leaked earlier today

Dear Fans,

I would like to take a moment to clarify something that has been brought to my attention this morning. It is very easy for comments to be taken out of context and create unnecessary drama-especially between us women. So I would like to tell you all directly so my words can not be misconstrued to sell someone else’s story…I have absolutely nothing against Lady Gaga or any other female artist in this business. I think she is great, and I appreciate any woman fearless enough to go against the norm. She has earned her success with hard work and a clear focus and I have nothing but respect for that.

There is room for all of us on everyone’s iPods.

This is not the first time I have been unfairly pitted against another female artist but it will be the last time I comment on the matter.

Do you think Christina is being treated unfairly in all this or do you think it she has been rightfully criticized for making those comments?

Women are often pitted against one another, but other women sometimes pit themselves against each other. Jealousy is a bad monster and needs to be tamed. We are not referring to Christina per say, but women in general. If you loved yourself enough, you wouldn't have to be so quick to dismiss the next women because you feel superior or inferior. Love who you are and what you have to bring to the table. No two people are alike. Find what makes you unique and focus on that and that alone.

“Can’t hold us down….”

With love,

C/X

Unknown Entertainment Reporter named Jawn Murray takes aim at Erykah Badu and She Responds; The negative culture of our press

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Sun, 16 May 2010 02:38:00 +0000

Erykah Badu responded to claims by an unknown entertainment reporter named Jawn Murray who gave one of her recent concerts a bad review.

The unknown reporter had this to say in response on his twitter

Tom Joyner told me on-air that Erykah Badu is mad about my report from #TobagoJazzExperience. She's not happy that I said her show was bad.

I'm the one that should be mad! I had to sit thru that artsy-fartsy show full of obscure album cuts that no one knew! Get over it Erykah!

I wonder if Erykah is also mad at the thousands of people who walked out & the local Tobago media that panned her show? I guess not! lol

Erykah Badu responded to these allegations on the Tom Joyner morning show simply responding, "Who is Jawn Murray?"

Jawn Murray takes regular digs at various celebrities on his spot on the Tom Joyner morning show. He kind of reminds us of the black Perez Hilton, but a lot less popular. It upsets us when people diss what they do not understand. He has an opinion just like everybody else, but the negative way in which he went about saying it was what we did not like. People love to hate what they cannot understand and often try to cast it down and negatively talk about it. If you call yourself a "reporter" as he says it, your news media coverage is supposed to remain unbiased and for the most part. When you take regular digs at celebrities like Badu and Solange Knowles, it does nothing but increase the negative environment that surrounds our celebrity culture and a discord amongst fans and the entertainers. Erykah was right in responding "Who is Jawn Murray?" Just because you have an audience to speak to, does not give you the write to spew negative statements about the celebrities who gave you the status you have now.

This is with all reporters and bloggers. This culture has become so negative. It is time that we started being responsible and accurate when reporting these stories. The people viewing these gossip blogs and columns no longer know the difference between what is real news and what is speculation anymore. And adding a mean-spirited tone to your news or gossip stories does not help neither. You have an impressionable audience. People like this Jawn Murray guy and Perez Hilton have so much karma coming back to them and we all know it. Do you want that coming back to you? You be the judge.

Rapper Pitbull Cancels Arizona concert in Protest of New Law; Why Other Aritists Should Take Note

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Sun, 16 May 2010 00:15:00 +0000

Rapper Pitbull has pulled out of his concert in Arizona to protest the new immigration law that was passed
. He explained himself on twitter.

"I am cancelling my concert in Phoenix on May 31… How is the country we enjoy and love bcuz (because) of its human rights, freedom, opportunity and that has been built by immigrants, now start 2 (sic) deny them?? …It is contradicting 2 everything the USA stands 4 (sic)."

We think more artists and entertainers should do this. We should not support a state that openly discriminates against its own citizens. America is a wonderful land full of diverse people and so many freedoms others wish they had. Why is it that we always look for ways to take these freedoms and opportunities away from each other. Did you know that 10 other states are also considering an Arizona-like immagration law? Those of us Americans who usually do not participate in politics should let our voices be heard because ignorace is taking over our country and it is time to reclaim it back!

Ke$ha Parody Makes Strong Points

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Sat, 15 May 2010 23:54:00 +0000

Watch the Ke$ha parody of her song "Tik Tok" video.

See more funny videos and funny pictures at CollegeHumor.

This video makes such a strong case about fame and how it takes very little talent to be famous. Do you think people like Ke$ha make being famous seem easy? Or is this just a sign of our times? You be the judge.

Jamie Lynn Wants to Continue on With her Education; The Importance of an Education

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Sat, 15 May 2010 00:44:00 +0000

Jill Zarlin of the Real Housewives franchise has been asked by Lynn Spears to give her advice about colleges for her daughter, Jamie Lynn.

"Jamie Lynn is looking at colleges. Jamie Lynn wants to go to college and Lynn needed some guidance. Jill and Lynn are friends and they end up talking a lot about what their daughters are up to.

"Lynn knows that Jill helped Ally and she has very little experience in this area. Jill knows all about the applications and follow-up and Lynn needed an idea of what to expect with Jamie Lynn doing it."

And as far as Jamie raising her young daughter and being in school:

"Jamie Lynn is ready to continue her education. It was difficult being a young mom, but she's doing it and she's ready for a new challenge. College would be great for her - she's very smart. Lynn is so supportive of all of her kids, and she would love to see Jamie Lynn earn a college degree."

It is good that she does want to continue her education. Not everybody is meant to be a famous star, and we at Fame & Change want to stress that. Getting your education is not the end of the road. It is the beginning of a future. Going to a college, university or trade school can open up doors to a stable and promising life. Working in the entertainment industry is a gamble and risk. The celebrity life is not for everybody.

Christina Aguilera speaks out on Lady Gaga Comparisons and Negative Press; Erase the feeling of Obligation

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Fri, 14 May 2010 22:23:00 +0000

Christina responded to the comparisons to Lady Gaga from her new video "Not Myself Tonight"

“I’m in it for the long haul, and a decade later in my career, I have nothing to prove. To anyone who wants to be negative, it’s like, ‘I’m obviously relevant enough to you for you to care and to talk and to evoke negative feelings inside of you.’ At this point in my career, I’m over any and all weird comparisons or negativity.”

She may have a point. Christina has earned her stripes in the music industry and does not really have anything to prove.

There are some of us who think that we have to prove everything to everybody, when in fact, we do not. Nobody is owed anything in this world or life. With the exception of work and some family, you do something it is because you want to do it, not because you feel obligated. Remember that. You do not have to prove anything to anybody, unless it is in YOUR best interest.
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Shocking Video of Sean Levert Before Death; Being Proactive and not Reactive

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Fri, 14 May 2010 22:07:00 +0000

A distubing video of Sean Levert, son of Eddie and brother of Gerald Levert, has surfaced.

This video was shot after Sean Levert had been taken into custody by police for falling behind in his child support payments. He was on medication for anxiety and had been going through withdrawal symptoms.

As you can see, instead of calling for help or medical attention, the police just restrained him and that is where Eddie eventually passed away. They claimed he died from "exhaustion" and the coronors report said he died of 'natural causes' but you can easily see his death was preventable.

Sean Levert's family is currently suing the city of Cleveland.

WHen things like this happen, people usually turn their head. Things like this cannot go without justice being served. If you see somebody being ill-treated, what would you do? A few weeks ago in New York, a man was stabbed in the stomach and laid there while dozens of people just walked past him. He eventually died from his wounds. We have got to start learning how to be proactive people and not reactive people. We should have to wait around for somebody else to do something, before we do something ourselves.

Matt Lauer Caught with Pants Down; Getting over a habitual cheater

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Thu, 13 May 2010 19:41:00 +0000

Matt Lauer has apparently been caught in a cheating scandal during the Olympics and has caused his 12-year marriage to dissolve.

The paper reports that Lauer's wife, Annette Roque, accused him of "fooling around during 'Today's' on-site coverage of the Olympics in Vancouver" and that Lauer "went wild" while in Canada. He allegedly moved out of the couple's apartment after an "explosive two-day fight."

According to RadarOnline, Lauer stood his wife up for Valentine's Day, choosing instead to stay in Vancouver. Radar's sources claim he was spotted boozing and flirting with women -- including two young, Canadian broadcasters.

"There was lots of drinking and Matt was seen on-and-off with two women, both of them pretty Canadian broadcasters," the source said. "He was getting very flirtatious with them, and they seemed to be enjoying it."

Apparently, a wife of one of Lauer's NBC colleagues found out about his partying ways and called Annette. "She accused Matt of cheating," the source told RadarOnline. "He said the Canadian women were just friends and colleagues. He made the excuse that he'd stayed longer purely for business reasons. The fighting went on for two days, and finally Matt walked out."

Lauer's mother-in-law Johanna Struijk confirmed to RadarOnline that the couple are no longer living together, and Annette is not wearing her wedding ring.

This isn't the first time Lauer has been caught in a cheating scandal. His wife allegedly learned he was having an affair with a married woman back in 1998, just months before their wedding. In 2006, Annette, then pregnant with the couple's third child, filed for divorce but withdrew the divorce petition a month later.

Cheating is never a good thing, especially when it comes to habitual cheaters. Pulling through an affair can be hard, but it is not impossible. Everybody has their own ways to cope with things like this, but acting out in anger should not be one of them. Letting somebody cheat on you numerous times only shows weakness. You are stronger than that and deserve way better than though. Love yourself enough to not become numb to somebody disrespecting you enough to not care about being monogamous.
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Heidi Montag Dials Police On Mom; Respecting Your Parents

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Thu, 13 May 2010 18:43:00 +0000

Heidi Montag has called the police on her mom, Darlene Montag showed up unannounced to her LA home to speak with her

Her mother had showed up and wanted to talk to her daughter for whatever reason," Los Angeles Police Department Sgt. Leffew tells PEOPLE. "Officers arrived on the scene and advised the mother that since her daughter's an adult, she doesn't have to speak to [the mom] if she doesn't want to. The mother said 'fine, no problem' and left. There were no citations or arrests."

"I told my mom a while ago I need space from her," Montag, 23, tells PEOPLE. "And she just showed up at our door unannounced and tried to get in. She was yelling about how I was being held against my will which couldn't be farther from the truth."

Los Angeles police confirm that Egelhoff came to her daughter's home and wanted to speak with her.

It is sad to watch when families are in such a downward spiral. This is around Mother's Day too which is the sad part. You should always respect your parents in any situation. Disrespecting your parents in any situation is uncalled for, no matter how bad it gets.

Tyler Lambert, son of Dana Plato, Commits Suicide years after His Mother Does The Same; Helping a Suicidal Friend

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Wed, 12 May 2010 22:55:00 +0000

Tyler Lambert, son of tbe deceased Dana Plato from Different Strokes fame, comitted suicide exactly 11 years after his mother suicide.

The Tulsa, Oklahoma Office of the Chief Medical Examiner told PopEater that Lambert (pictured above in 1999) died from a self-inflicted shotgun wound to the head. Toxicology tests are pending. Though the office had no more information at this time, the National Enquirer alleges Lambert suffered depression surrounding the anniversary of his mother's death and descended into a drug binge prior to his suicide.

Tyler was feeling down and depressed around the anniversary of his mother's death.

Dana Plato committed suicide with prescription pills on May 8, 1999. She was 36 years old. In 2006, a 21-year-old Lambert filed a $20,000 wrongful death lawsuit against Plato's former fiance, claiming he contributed to Plato's death by "not giving immediate medical assistance or contacting medical personnel," according to court documents

We speak about suicide often on Fame & Change. There are things you can do to help out a friend suffering from depression. Listen to them with an open ear and watch for their cries for help. Do not just ignore them or look past it. If you need ANY help, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

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Diiddy speaks on lovemaking skills, having sex for tracks and the state of the female emcee game; Treating Your Man Like a King

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Wed, 12 May 2010 22:26:00 +0000

Diddy answered some interesting questions in a recent interview about making love, the state of the female emcee game, women artists having sex for music tracks, and advice to his son about women.

Did Ciroc help fuel the 36-hour tantric love-making session you were talking about on Twitter?

(laughs) Naw, that’s not really alcohol-induced, that’s more just like a natural gift and part of me being a Scorpio. Everybody may not be into that type of thing, but that was just something I was expressing with everybody on Twitter, because that’s what I do when it’s time for me to focus on sex—not all the time, but once in a blue moon, if I’m in that mood.

I know it probably takes too much concentration with all the breathing techniques and whatnot to have music playing during something like that, but for a normal session what would you say is the best love-making music?

You can never go wrong with Jodeci’s Diary of a Mad Band or R Kelly’s 12 Play would work. I think you can really get busy off those two joints right there.

As a label owner, why don’t you think there are more female emcees succeeding right now?

I really don’t have an answer for that question. But I think Nicki Minaj is gonna come and heat it back up, and I think Lil’ Kim is definitely still relevant—I wouldn’t sleep on her. She has a great album. And I’m actually on one of Trina’s new singles; I know Trina’s got some good stuff. I think maybe [female rappers] just took a little break, to be honest.

Do you think there’s truth to the notion that a lot of female artists use sex for leverage with producers or whatnot?

I don’t really know about the whole fu*kin’ for tracks thing. I never really heard about that shit. As a producer I don’t know if some a*s will make you go in the studio and spend three days making a track for chick. I can’t really see that working. It takes too much time to produce a track the right way for you to give it away for some a*s
What advice you have given your sons about women?

Just to be respectful with women. And also I’m teaching them to make sure that the woman is treating them right. Don’t let no woman not treat you like the king that you are, and make sure you’re treating her like a queen.

I know you’ve been able to avoid popping the question thus far, but do you have any advice for someone who wants to propose with the extravagance of Diddy without having the budget?

If I propose it probably wouldn’t be in a big “fly her to the top of the mountain” type way, it would probably be more in a sincere way. Women love surprises though, so I would suggest finding a really good way to surprise her without spending too much money.

Women, Diddy is right, you should treat your man like a king if you expect to be treated like a Queen (Which you should.) You can't expect him to treat you like royalty, while you are treating him like a peasant. A relationship goes both ways. Treat him like the man he is and do not degrade him. Tell him when he does well and not just when he does wrong. Cater to him from time to time. Do the things you have to do because what is a queen without her king?

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Laura Bush Pro Gay Marriage and Pro-Choice?; Why we can't judge others

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Wed, 12 May 2010 21:58:00 +0000

Laura Bush has come out and shown her support of gay marriage and abortion in a recent interview.

Laura Bush sat down with Larry King to promote her book Spoken from the Heart and stated that she supports gay couples getting married and is for abortion for medical reasons. These views sharply contrast from her husband, former presidentGeorge W. Bush, views and campaigns.

This is why we never judge a book by its cover. Just because somebody seems a certain way does not mean that they are, necessarily, that way. We tend to judge others and stereotype their viewpoints just because of who they hang around, or their race, ethnicity, or religion. Not one single human being is like the next one. We cannot judge others because we would not like to be stereotyped in return.

A 16-Year Old Miley Cyrus video'd Giving Adult Producer Lap Dance; Children Growing up Too Fast

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Wed, 12 May 2010 14:35:00 +0000

17-year old Miley Cyrus who was 16 at the time was caught on video giving her 44-year old producer and choreographer Adam Shankman a lap dance for her wrap party for her movie The Last Song. Watch the video below.

Miley Cyrus has been known to be racy for her age, but how young is too young. American are letting their kids grow up too fast. We need to slow down and let children be children as long as they can be. I know they see images and things in the media and want to imitate those images, but that's when parenting comes in handy at. It is not as hard as you think to tell your child no and explain to them why they cannot participate in these activities or wear these types of clothes.

Tapes Surface of Michael Jackson pleading for help; Tip on being a good friend

noreply@blogger.com (miseducatedone) — Wed, 12 May 2010 14:30:00 +0000

Michael Jackson is never gonna be able to rest in peace, now some tapes have been released.

The tapes, which were reportedly recorded in 2003, show a desperate Jackson begging for money, saying that it is important to his family. He also reportedly says he is afraid he is being stalked and is worried for his family.

“It is Michael. Ahh, it is 4:30 in the morning here that's why I sound very sleepy (laughs) and I'm really worn out... but please check the message I left a day or so ago. I am very concerned. I don't trust that man. We think he's bad, we think he is Italian Mafia. Please... we must be smarter than him. So please, help me with this. I need to get that, those funds so I can do that, I wanna be away. . . I don't want to be in Neverland right now."

Jackson is heard pleading for the money in the recordings and at times is incoherent. "I am very embarrassed. But, um, there should be that I have some finance that's coming up January, February 2nd, and um... that's why I, we, need to have on sun screen to the account 150. Please don't be mad at me for... (inaudible) It's something that's very important to me and my family, because I'm afraid for us that I'm being stalked and I think it is (name withheld)."

The tapes show Michael continues making calls for money, describing how desperate his situation is and how he is afraid of the people around him and wants a change of environment. "It is Michael calling. It is very important, I want that 150 in that account for me, because... I am very concerned about my life. I am hearing a lot of stories that (name withheld) is still trying to sabotage (inaudible) me and I want to be in a different environment and, um, I've found a place that I like and now (inaudible) I want to be away for a while where they can't find me. So please help me, help (inaudible) help me, and, um, more important than (inaudible). We are brothers."

Michael did not have good people surrouding him around the time he passed away. If he did have any good friends, they would have heard his cry for help a long time ago. These tapes proved that.

Do you ever sit and notice when a friend is down and out? Sometimes we miss the hints and clues when it comes to our friends being down and out. Sometimes we become close-minded to the fact that they have been struggling in life. Whatever the case may be, in order to be a better friend, we have to start listening with a gentle ear to our friends. Good friends know how to see through facades when a friend is hurting or sad. Are you that good friend?

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