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Saturday, May 03, 2008
posted by Chi-Chi at 5/03/2008 | Permalink
SPOTTED HOOPLA IN TINSELTOWN
JOHN LEGEND AND CHRISTINE AT STK


John Legend and his girlfriend Christine were seen outside the STK steakhouse in matching black and white outfits. John's first signed successful Homeschool Records artist Estelle recently released her American debut album, "Shine".

Kelly Rowland loves the kids


Looking chic in pair of bright blue skinny jeans, Kelly Rowland launched the opening of St. Aubyn's Holistic Centre in London. Kelly (mid-way into her "Ms. Kelly: Diva Deluxe Edition" promotion) even dished out style tips to a few lucky patients.

Jennifer Hudson in NYC


Jennifer Hudson of the upcoming "Sex & The City: The Movie" struck a pose outside her Mid-town Manhattan hotel. JHud has a new song on the "SATC" film soundtrack called "All Dressed Up in Love". Word has it that her Cee-Lo written song will be played during the film's ending credits.

Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon


Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon attended the 15th Annual Race to Erase MS event at the Hyatt Regency. The never-aging new mom switch her up look twice - from a strapless red to a couture blue ruffled ensemble.

KEISHA WHITAKER AT 15TH ANNUAL RIGHT TO ERASE MS EVENT


Keisha Whitaker (a former model and wife of Forest Whitaker) was also at the event -rocking two black fashion-forward outfits. (She wore a black strapless Tommy Hilfiger for the charity foundation's fashion show.)

Gabrielle Union and Lynn Whitfield


Gabrielle Union and Lynn Whitfield went for a classy Southern Belle look at the 134th Kentucky Derby.

[Photos: WENN, JOHN-LEGEND.NET, WIREIMAGE]

Labels: Gabrielle Union, Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon, Jennifer Hudson, John Legend, Keisha Whitaker, Kelly Rowland, Lynn Whitfield, New Couple, Out and About

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/03/2008 | Permalink
MJB, JAY-Z AND BEYONCE AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN
MJB, JAY-Z AND BEYONCE AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN


Jay-Z and Mary J Blige dropped by New York City's Madison Square Garden for their joint "Heart Of The City" tour.

Beyonce (Mrs. Shawn Carter, just so you know) made a surprise appearance during the show. She did a little bit of her "Uh Oh" dance from her hit, "Crazy in Love" too while her husband stood back and watch...


MJB, JAY-Z AND BEYONCE AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN MJB, JAY-Z AND BEYONCE AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN MJB, JAY-Z AND BEYONCE AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN



In related news, Beyonce worked with Chris "Tricky" Stewart and Kuk Harrell in a New York City recording studio for her upcoming third solo effort. (Tricky and The Dream are behind Rihanna's "Umbrella", MJB's "Just Fine" and Mariah Carey's "Touch My Body".)

"She's a professional," Tricky tells PEOPLE. "She loves what she does and works her [butt] off. Right now she's basically doing three to four songs a day and that's unheard of." [PEOPLE.COM]

Labels: Beyonce Knowles, Jay-Z, MJB, Music Hoopla

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/03/2008 | Permalink
MADONNA ON BET'S 106 & PARK


Madonna's 11th studio record, "Hard Candy" landed her first public appearance on BET's "106 & Park" yesterday.

Madonna sat down with Rosci and Terrence J to talk about her lead single, "4 Minutes" featuring Justin Timberlake and Timbaland. (Awkwardness, much?)

Right before the commerical break, they played a new single from her called "Candy Shop" which was produced by Pharrell Williams.

As for what she wore to the show, Madonna rock a gold-chain laden black Givenchy dress, according to Style Watch.

Labels: Madonna, TV Hoopla

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/03/2008 | Permalink
LOOK ON LOCK EDITION: GARCELLE VS KIM
Garcelle Beauvais and Kim Kardashian in DVF


Thanks to Susan's fashion blog, I Heart That, Urban-Hoopla has another fun installment of LOOK on LOCK between Kim Kardashian and Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon.

Keeping cool in a multi-print Diane von Furstenberg dress, Kim Kardashian was seen shopping on Bondi Beach with her younger sister Khloe (not pictured).

Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon kept her accesssories to a minimum when she wore the same DVF maxi dress at Saks Fifth Avenue's 20th Annual Spring Luncheon at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel.

On a side note, Molly Simms also wore this DVF dress, PEOPLE.COM reports.

As always, which LOOK is on LOCK - Kim Kardashian or Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon?

[Photos: Pacific Coast News Online & WIREIMAGE]

Labels: Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon, Kim Kardashian, Look on Lock

 
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Friday, May 02, 2008
posted by Chi-Chi at 5/02/2008 | Permalink
BUZZ ON COMMON'S INVINCIBLE SUMMER ALBUM


Common held a private listening session for his upcoming eighth album, "Invincible Summer", BILLBOARD.COM reports.

The Chicago-based artist said his new material has a "feel good/summer time" appeal to it.

Maybe his relationship with tennis champion Serena Williams has some sort of inspiration behind the lyrical content but that's just my opinion!

"Invincible Summer" certainly echoed the same sentiment for Common's busy schedule. Common just wrapped up the action flick, "Wanted" which will be in theaters on June 27th - just three days shy of his album release date.

In addition to his active film career, Common also become the face of Lincoln Navigator. He also launched a hat line called Soji.


Featured artists on Common's record are Santogold, Chester French, and Cee-Lo. "Universal Mind Control (U.M.C)" supposedly would be the lead single off Common's forthcoming disc.

[Photo credit: WIREIMAGE]

Labels: Common, Music Hoopla

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/02/2008 | Permalink
ASHANTI'S 'THE DECLARATION' TRACK LISTING REVEALED
ASHANTI'S 'THE DECLARATION' TRACKLISTING REVEALED


[Photo: AMAZON.COM]

The track listing for Ashanti's upcoming album, "The Declaration" surfaced online via RAP-UP.COM.

1. Intro
2. The Way That I Love You
3. You’re Gonna Miss
4. So Over You
5. Struggle
6. Girlfriend
7. Things You Make Me Do (featuring Robin Thicke)
8. In These Streets
9. Good Good
10. Body On Me (featuring Nelly and Akon)
11. Mother
12. Shine
13. The Declaration

Ashanti's ballad, "The Way That I Love You" has a comfortable #6 spot on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop charts. Last night, Ashanti was seen at night club, Myst, promoting her new material. "The Declaration" has its album release date on June 3rd via Universal Motown.

Labels: Ashanti, Music Hoopla

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/02/2008 | Permalink
BLOGOSPHERE BUZZ


Check out Chilli's new promotional pictures from "Rolling Out" magazine.

Did Beyonce and Jay-Z really sign a $5 million dollar pre-nup?

The legendary Diana Ross proves she's still a fashionista!

Find out who helps a tipsy Christina Aguilera!

Diddy brings out his family out as he gets a star on Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Rihanna is Elle magazine's latest cover girl.

Louis Vuitton doesn't care about black people!

Whatever happened to THIS it girl?

Is Ethiopian model Liya Kebede getting too thin?

Dwayne Wade and a soon-to-be-divorced Star Jones ARE NOT dating!

Angela Bassett joins NBC's "ER" team for the series' final season.

Labels: Must-Read Hoopla

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/02/2008 | Permalink
JD, MARIAH AND KANYE IN THE STUDIO


JD recently added a new video clip taken in the studio with his good friend Mariah Carey.

If you kept up with the hoopla surrounding Mariah marrying her "Bye, Bye" co-star Nick Cannon, then this video doesn't elaborate or even touch upon that topic.

A new video clip of Kanye West taken at the studio also made its way online yesterday via his official blog. Check out the way the studio is spinning around...

Labels: JD, Kanye West, Mariah Carey, Music Hoopla

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/02/2008 | Permalink
NE-YO CHATS WITH ANGIE MARTINEZ ON HOT 97


Ne-Yo sat down with Angie Martinez of Hot 97 to talk about blogs, persistent rumors, his new musical direction, and the R&B fiasco with R. Kelly.

He referred to his lead single "Closer" as a 'house record' but he called R&B music his core. Ne-Yo also compared blogs to the new wave of "Showtime at the Apollo" because of the negative comments.

Ne-Yo can be seen on tour with Alicia Keys and Jordin Sparks on the "As I Am" tour. Click out all tour dates over at ALICIAKEYS.COM.

Labels: Angie Martinez, Music Hoopla, Ne-Yo

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/02/2008 | Permalink
LOOK ON LOCK EDITION: TAMARA VS RIHANNA
Tamara Mowry and Rihanna in Christian Louboutin en passant


[Photos: WIREIMAGE]


Tamara Mowry rock a form-fitting black and white ensemble with a pair of red Christian Louboutin en passant pumps to the premiere of "What Happens in Las Vegas".

Rihanna was seen wearing the silver take of these patent leather in-demand Louboutins with a plum-colored dress at the Swarovski party in Paris.

On a side note, Bar Refaeli and Beyonce Knowles were seen in the same Louboutins back in February.

As always which LOOK is on LOCK - Tamara Mowry or Rihanna?

Labels: Look on Lock, Rihanna, Tamara Mowry

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/02/2008 | Permalink
SPOTTED HOOPLA FROM THE NIGHT SPOTS
tia mowry hardrict


Tia Mowry made her first public appearance since becoming Mrs. Corey Hardrict at TV Guide's Sexiest Stars party at Katsya. Check out that wedding ring Tia can't help but flaunt.

Julissa


Julissa Bermudez, fresh from her vacation in Barbados with boyfriend Larry Johnson, took in the Le Femme Sole's "Sneaker Galaxy: A Glow-In-The-Dark" charity art exhibit at the SoHo house in New York City. I do like that beanie (re: hat) and that brown D&G sweater Julissa has on.

Thandie nEwton


Thandie Newton, always stylish in Roberto Cavalli v-neck dress, attended the 10th anniversary party of the Lavender Trust at Claridge's in London. Also at the event were fellow U.K artists Emma Thompson, Nigella Lawson, and Annie Lennox .

alicia keys


Alicia Keys with a pair of Louis Vuitton 'millionaire' shades dropped by MTV's "TRL" to premiere her latest video, "Teenage Love Affair". Backstage, Alicia bump into Jay Manuel from "America's Next Top Model".

eve


Eve took in the Spring 2008 collection of S&B Vie By Sass & Bide during Australian Fashion Week. Eve also has her own clothing line (Fetish) with a Fall release.

Tatyana Ali


Tatyana Ali were spotted at Coco De Vile last night. No word yet on her second independently-made album...

Meagan Good and boyfriend Thomas Jones


Meagan Good and her boyfriend Thomas Jones of the New York JETS supported Estelle's American debut record, "Shine" party at Suzie Wong in New York City.

Ashanti at Workers Comp Afterwork Thursday at Myst


Ashanti performed a medley of her hits at New York City's Myst Thursday night. Her momanager Tina Douglas was at the event for support.

[Photos: WENN, WIREIMAGE, ALLTHEPARTIES]

Labels: Alicia Keys, Ashanti, Eve, Julissa, Meagan Good, Out and About, Tatyanna Ali, Thandie Newton, Tia Mowry

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/02/2008 | Permalink
RIHANNA WORKS WITH MAROON 5


Rihanna collaborated with Maroon 5 on the remake of their song “If I Never See Your Face Again.”

According to various reports, Maroon 5 has the song on their album re-release, "It Won’t Be Soon Before Long". Rihanna also has the song on her own album June 17th album re-release, "Good Girl Gone Bad."

This new collaboration comes as no surprise because Maroon 5's lead vocalist Adam Levine admires Rihanna as a artist. The new single also will be the only duet on Rihanna's Summer album re-release.

Maroon 5 and Rihanna also shot a stylish Anthony Mandler-directed video for the upbeat tune in Los Angeles recently, MTV reports.


We're both re-releasing our albums — mine's out June 17," Rihanna told MTV News. "This is the only collaboration on my re-release, because I always wanted to work with Maroon 5. They're one of my favorite bands. When they called me to do this record with them, I was so honored."

"The song was basically done, but we wanted to try something different, so we had her come in and do bits and pieces," Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine added. "It came together so quick. The only other collaboration I had done before was with Kanye, and it was the same way. It sounds cheesy, but if the magic is there, if the chemistry is there, you don't even have to think about it." [MTV]


Listen : [Maroon 5 featuring Rihanna - "If I Never See Your Face Again"]

[Photo credit: MTV.COM]

Labels: Maroon 5, New Music, Rihanna

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/02/2008 | Permalink
LOOK ON LOCK EDITION: JASLENE VS ADRIENNE

[Photos: WIREIMAGE]


Last week, Jaslene Gonzalez of "America's Next Top Model" fame wore this strecth satin BEBE green dress with a leopard print jacket and nude pumps to the 8th Annual Hot List Party in New York City.

Adrienne Bailon of the Cheetah Girls was seen in the white take of that BEBE dress with gold wedges and a matching gold clutch at Bartles & Jaymes Poolside BBQ last May.

On a side note, "Flavor of Love" alumnis Buckeey and Saaphyri wore the same dress as Jaslene and Adrienne in pink.

As always, which LOOK is on LOCK - Jaslene Gonzalez or Adrienne Bailon?

Labels: Adrienne Bailon, Jaslene Gonzalez, Look on Lock

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/02/2008 | Permalink
USHER TALKS TO ESSENCE ABOUT FATHERHOOD
R&B singer Usher shot down speculation of him selling photos of his son (Usher Raymond V) to "Essence" magazine with a price tag, PAGE SIX reports.


"In no way would I ever pimp out my child for money. I am livid that people talk about my child," Usher told us. In fact, he has posed - for free - with his son for an "incredible" Father's Day cover for Essence magazine.

"What makes you a man more than being a father to your child? I recognize I gave anonymity away when I became an artist, but to have people try to paint a horrible picture of what's so beautiful - it's obvious someone is trying to stop something so beautiful." [PAGESIX.COM]

Because Usher's upcoming fifth disc, "Here I Stand" has its album release THIS MONTH (May 27th to be exact), the singer has two cover magazine gigs for "Entertainment Weekly" and "VIBE" as well as a hosting spot on NBC's "Saturday Night Live".

Labels: Newsstand Snapshots, Usher

 
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Thursday, May 01, 2008
posted by Chi-Chi at 5/01/2008 | Permalink
NEW VIDEOS: NE-YO, THE DREAM & PILES


The Dream recently released on BET's "106 & Park" the video for his third single, "I Luv Your Girl" featuring Young Jeezy.

"I Luv Your Girl" picked up the buzz that The Dream's previous hits, "Shawty Is A Ten" and "" had going on from his debut record, "Love/Hate". The video has a cameo from Selita Ebanks' NFL-playing boyfriend, Osi Umenyiora.



The Melina-directed video of Ne-Yo's lead single, "Closer" hit the blogosphere earlier in the week.

Ne-Yo has a performance gig on ABC's long-running soap opera, "All My Children" on May 21st and May 22nd where he'll perform "Closer" and his other single, "Stop This World". (Ne-Yo's performance would be televised during the wedding of Angie and Jesse Hubbard, the supercouple played by Debbi Morgan and Darnell Williams.)

In related news, Ne-Yo collaborated with Piles on "Bust It Baby Part 2". FRESH has Piles' album cover art for "Definition of Real". Is it me or does the song samples Janet Jackson's "Let's Wait Awhile"?

Labels: Ne-Yo, New Music, The Dream

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/01/2008 | Permalink
BEE-EX GETS YOUTUBE SHOW PLUS NEW LIL' MAMA VIDEO


Bee-Ex, (who was eliminated the VH1 reality series, "Flavor of Love 3"), launched a new YouTube talk show called "Up Next With Bee-Ex." Check out other episodes via YOUTUBE CHANNEL.



Lil’ Mama released the video treatment for her autobiographical single, "L.I.F.E.," which is taken off her debut record, "VTP: Voice of The Young People". Lil' Mama previously released the up-beat songs, "Lip Gloss" and "Shawty Get Loose" before talking about matters close to her personal life.

A HOT MESS has a clip of Lil' Mama performing "Shawty Get Loose" on "Live With Regis & Kelly".

Labels: Lil' Mama, New Music, TV Hoopla

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/01/2008 | Permalink
VIDEO: LLOYD FEAT. LUDACRIS - 'HOW WE DO IT"


R&B singer/dancer Lloyd collaborated with Ludacris on his lead single, "How We Do It (Around My Way)" off his upcoming third solo effort, "Lessons in Love".

Lloyd shot the video treatment at PC&E Studios in Atlanta, GA, according to VIBE.COM.

"How We Do It (Around My Way" was produced by Baby Boy and Superkidd as reported by BILLBOARD.COM.

Lloyd also has a online performance gig with Pepsi, which you can check out via his official site.

"Lessons in Love" has a July 15th album release with Ja Rule, Nelly, Polow Da Don, and The Dream as special musical guests.

Labels: Lloyd, Ludacris, New Music

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/01/2008 | Permalink
LUPE FIASCO - 'MY RADIO IS BETTER THAN YOURS' VIDEO



Lupe Fiasco
may have hinted that his upcoming album will be his last but that tidbit hasn't slowed down his current record's promotional blitz.

Lupe recently premiered the video treatment for his single, "My Radio is Better Than Yours" off his newly RIAA-certified gold sophomore disc, "The Cool".

Lupe has an ongoing nationwide gig with Rihanna and Kanye West on the well-received "Glow in the Dark" tour. Check out Lupe's notable "Glow" tour performance of "Fighters" with Matthew Santos here.

Labels: Lupe Fiasco, New Music

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/01/2008 | Permalink
MARIAH COVERS ID PLUS JD AND JANET AT FOXTAIL
MARIAH CAREY COVERS ID MAGAZINE

[Photos: ONTD!]
A bikini-clad Mariah Carey has the June cover issue of "I.D" magazine on lock, ONTD reports. Mariah has definitely maintain her curves which she explained to Us Weekly not too long ago.

Depending on who you'll ask, Mariah has become Mrs. Nick Cannon. Nick had Mariah as his wife during a private ceremony on an island, according to Latina magazine.

JANET AND JD AT FOXTAIL

[Photos: JANET-ONLINE.COM & WENN]

In better-late-than-never news, Janet Jackson and Jermaine Dupri enjoyed some quality on-on-one time at Foxtail restaurant.

Janet has kept a low profile amidst reports of a confirmed third single, "Can't B Good" and upcoming tour gig. JD recently added a teaser clip of Nelly's new single, "Stepped On My Jay's" which you can check out here.

Labels: Janet Jackson, JD, Mariah Carey, Newsstand Snapshots, Out and About

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/01/2008 | Permalink
KELLY ROWLAND ADDRESSES HER ONLINE HATERS


Right before her performance of her single, "Daylight" on "The National Lottery Show", Kelly Rowland uploaded a new video blog onto her YouTube page.

Kelly even took the time to address the interesting comments left up on her video blogs.

If you're keeping track with Kelly, May 12th would be the international release of her sophomore re-release, "Ms. Kelly: Diva Deluxe".

In related news, Kelly (and her favorite Miu Miu bag) was seen outside the GMTV studios in the U.K.

Kelly Rowland in THE UK

[Photos: WENN]

Labels: Kelly Rowland, Music Hoopla

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/01/2008 | Permalink
RANDOM HOOPLA FROM COAST TO COAST
Madonna and JT

[Photos: WIREIMAGE]


Madonna, who just released her current album "Hard Candy", recently kicked off her promotional blitz as she was seen outside BET's "106 & Park" studios. Prior to that gig, a Dolce & Gabbana-clad Madonna held a private fan-only concert at Hammerstein Ballroom alongside her "4 Minutes" co-star Justin Timberlake.

Raven Symone

[Photos: BOSSIP & WENN]

Raven-Symone, fresh off the release of her R&B-infused self-titled disc, was seen en route to Chelsea Handler's book release party. If you recall, Raven paid a visit to "Chelsea Lately" not too long ago which you can revisit here.

Seal with Terrence Howard and Heidi Klum

[Photos: WIREIMAGE]

Seal performed at the 50th Grammy celebration tour in Los Angeles. Guests included his wife Heidi Klum and actor Terrence Howard (who can be seen next in the Marvel Comics' action flick,"Iron Man").

Terrence Howard with Diddy Gwyneth Paltrow and Robert Downey Jr

[Photos: WIREIMAGE]

Terrence Howard got cozy with his "Iron Man" co-star Gwyneth Paltrow at their Los Angles film premiere. Also at the premiere were Robert Downey Jr. and Diddy. Read more about Terrence's role in the film via this NYTIMES.COM review.

Tamia with Cindy Crawford and June Ambrose

[Photos: WIREIMAGE]

R&B songbird Tamia joined celebrity mothers Cindy Crawford and June Ambrose at RMCH Celebrity Mother's Day Event. (June Ambrose also serves a celebrity stylist.)

Labels: Box Office Thursday, Diddy, Heidi Klum, Justin Timberlake, Madonna, Raven Symone, Seal, Tamia, Terrence Howard

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/01/2008 | Permalink
MEL B AND TRACEY EDMONDS BECOME FAST FRIENDS

Last month Melanie Brown and her husband Stephen Belafonte were seen at Foxtail restaurant - the same evening Tracey Edmonds had dinner at.

So in case you're wondering where's the hoopla, continue reading.

Melanie and Tracey are Eddie Murphy's well-publicized exes.

InTouch Weekly has all the hoopla on Melanie and Tracey's documented meeting at the L.A eatery.

On April 19, Eddie's ex-girlfriend, Spice Girl Melanie Brown, and his ex-wife of two weeks, Tracey Edmonds, ran into each other at Foxtail Restaurant in L.A. Mel, 32, and Tracey, 41, arrived separately with friends when they spotted one another.

"Once they made eye contact, they walked right over to each other," an insider at the restaurant confides. "The Two hugged and they instantly bonded."

The insider says the ladies chatted, swapped numbers and made plans for lunch. We're sure they'll have lots to talk about!"
If this scenerio of Eddie Murphy's exes reuniting seems to be familar, well in one specific way it actually does.

Last August, Melanie Brown and Eddie's ex-wife Nicole Murphy had lunch together at The Ivy with their two daughters as PEOPLE.COM reported on.

Labels: Eddie Murphy, Melanie Brown, Tracey Edmonds

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/01/2008 | Permalink
HOOPLA ON RIHANNA, CHRIS BROWN, AND USHER
Chris Brown and Rihanna in L.A


Close friends Chris Brown and Rihanna were seen at Universal Studios Grad Bash Concert for rehearsals in Los Angeles.

In related news, Chris and Rihanna recently premiered two new music videos ("Forever" and "Take A Bow") in support of their respective album re-releases.

Rihanna's lead single "Take A Bow" is taken off her "Good Girl Gone Bad" re-release.


The busy singer also has a notable cover gig on the June issue of Japan's "Luire" magazine.

Rihanna covers Luire magazine

Rihanna covers Luire magazine
[photos via RIHANNA-FENTY.COM]


Chris' lead single "Forever" is taken off his upcoming "Exclusive: The Forever Edition". Back in March, Chris talked about his re-release which you can re-visit in this earlier post.



Fresh off the heels of his "Love in This Club" remix with Beyonce and Weezy, Usher recently remarked that Chris will be his replacement when he retires from the music industry to focus on fatherhood and his marriage to former stylist, Tameka Foster.

Chris Brown and Usher


All of this young energy is great for the industry. Chris is the guy who dances and sings, which is a lot like I do and did as a young artist as well. If time serves us correctly, and artists are continuing to better themselves, then hopefully he’ll follow the same path that I did" [TOYA'S WORLD] VIA ENTERTAINMENT WISE]

Labels: Chris Brown, Music Hoopla, Newsstand Snapshots, Out and About, Rihanna, Usher

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/01/2008 | Permalink
ANGIE STONE IN LONDON


G Child of BBC Radio 1Xtra, sent over two video clips of the talented Angie Stone performing her hits, "More Than A Woman" and "Wish I Didn't Miss You Anymore" recently in London.

As you can tell from both clips, Angie got the crowd into the groove with her performances.

Angie currently has mini tour series going on overseas. Be sure to visit Angie Stone's official myspace spot for additional shows.

Labels: Angie Stone, Music Hoopla

 
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posted by Chi-Chi at 5/01/2008 | Permalink
NFL DRAFT & FASHION STYLE EVENT


Last Thursday (one week from today) Ra-Fael Blanco of 2R's Entertainment & Media, Inc. invited yours truly to the NFL Draft and Fashion event in Manhattan.

Event: Football and Fashion NFL Draft Style party.

Location: Land Rover's Manhattan Automobile Company in New York City.

Celebs: Estelle, Razah, David Banner, Black Buddafly, Wynter Gordon, NY Jets Kerry Rhodes, Ovie Mughelli, Whitney of "America's Next Top Model" and Egypt.




Black Buddafly who are signed onto MBK Entertainment



Egypt from NY radio station, WBLS-FM



Kerry Rhodes of the NY Jets



Wynter Gordon with Razah



R&B female trio, Carmen


Wynter Gordon from Don Pooh Music Group/Atlantic Records


Razah from Def Jam Records



Whitney from "America's Next Top Model"



David Banner


David Banner with The Fashion Reporter



Estelle with Kerry Rhodes



Celebrity stylist, A.J Crimson


Many thanks to Ra-Fael Blanco of 2R's Entertainment & Media, Inc!

Labels: Estelle, Out and About, Razah

 
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