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2009 NAACP IMAGE AWARDS

2009-02-12T23:36:00.003-05:00

Tyler Perry and Halle Berry hosted the 40th Annual NAACP Image Awards at Hollywood's Shrine Auditorium which air on FOX earlier tonight. Diddy and JHud walked away as winners... Angela and Vanessa Simmons came through with their Uncle Russell and cousins Ming Lee and Aoki Lee... Did you know that Taraji shares the same manager with Halle Berry? Same shoes... Taraji backstage with Wendy

NEWSSTAND: KATIE HOLMES FOR MIU MIU + AUBREY O'DAY FOR PLAYBOY

2009-02-11T21:21:00.001-05:00

Here are the complete and fierce photo shoot taken of Katie Holmes in support of the latest Miu Miu print AD campaign. See the previous snapshots in this blog post. No More Being Mrs. Tom Cruise??(Thanks Fashion For Breakfast & FavoredFashionFix!)A heavily photo edited Aubrey O'Day (formerly of Danity Kane) can be seen on the March 2009 cover edition of Playboy magazine. The accompanying

JENNIFER HUDSON - "IF THIS ISN'T LOVE" VIDEO

2009-02-11T21:03:00.001-05:00

The long awaited Jennifer Hudson music video for her second official single If this Isn't Love has finally hit the online community via PopEater. If This Isn't Love can be heard on Jennifer's self-titled debut record. Try not to sing along with JHud on this infectious tune.ALTERNATE LINKThis video also happen to be the first video JHud worked on ever since the murders of her mother, brother and

ENRIQUE & CIARA AT NFL PRO BOWL + TAKIN' BACK MY LOVE VIDEO

2009-02-11T19:44:00.001-05:00

Enrique Iglesias collaborated with Ciara on his new single, "Takin' Back My Love" which they performed for the first time at the 2009 NFL Pro Bowl halftime show in Honolulu, Hawaii. These two did a great job from the vocals especially with the support of the marching band. Love that Herve Leger skirt! (Thanks Sincerely Ciara!)alternate linkCheck out the official video spot for "Takin Back My Love

CHRISTINA MILIAN AND MARIAH LOVES MELODY EHSANI DESIGNS.

2009-02-11T18:05:00.002-05:00

Christina Milian appeared on the April/May 2009 cover of KING magazine in Melody Ehsani round geometric earrings. The men's magazine nicknamed Christina as "Ms. Milli" for its 50th issue.Photo: KINGMariah Carey also had on Melody Ehsani designs for her "My Love" music video shoot with her husband Nick Cannon and The Dream. MC wore a custom made "MIMI" necklace with Pink Leopard Swarovski Bamboo.

NEWSSTAND: MADONNA & JESUS FOR W

2009-02-11T16:59:00.003-05:00

In better-late-than-never-news, Madonna alongside her rumored boyfriend Jesus Luz pose for W magazine which was shot on location in Brazil. According to Jenna, Madonna wore a fitted strapless DVB (#8 the Orthez) dress. Snapped by Steven Klein, these nearly naked (NSFW) photos in more ways than one confirm Madonna and Jesus' relationship.Photos: W/ElleOne thing for certain is that Madonna knows

DESTINY'S CHILD REUNITED

2009-02-11T16:10:00.005-05:00

Michelle Williams and Beyonce Knowles were spotted at (new X-Factor Judge) Kelly Rowland's surprise birthday party which was hosted by Tank and LaLa Vasquez at Opera in Hollywood last night. This marks the first public appearance of Kelly with her former Destiny's Child bandmates after she split up with her manager Mathew Knowles. (Kelly's actual birthday is today - February 11, 1981.)LaLa

VIDEOS: ROBIN THICKE, PCD, THE DREAM, PILES & ASHANTI

2009-02-11T10:23:00.002-05:00

Robin Thicke finally release the Anthony Mandler-directed video spot for his latest single, "Dreamworld" off his album, Something Else. Love ballads has definitely become Robin's strong forte.The Pussycat Dolls release another dance anthem off their sophomore album, Doll Domination, called "Bottle Pop." The original single feature Snoop Dogg - who collaborated with PCD previously on "Buttons."

HALLE, GABE AND TARAJI AT MR. C HOW + HALLE'S ESSENCE COVER

2009-02-11T09:48:00.002-05:00

Oscar nominee Taraji P. Henson joined couple Halle Berry and Gabriel Aubry for dinner at Mr. Chow restaurant in Beverly Hills last night.Photos: SPLASH via Gossip GirlsHalle opened up about her relationship with Calvin Klein model Gabriel who she has a 9-month-old daugher Nahla with to Essence magazine (March 2009/ Hollywood Special Edition).On dating a White man: “I tried Black men. I tried,”

MICHELLE OBAMA COVERS VOGUE MARCH 2009

2009-02-11T08:36:00.004-05:00

First Lady Michelle Obama can be seen on the March 2009 cover edition of VOGUE magazine in a magenta Jason Wu silk sheath dress. Vogue's editor at large Andre Leon Talley interviewed Michelle while Annie Leibovitz snapped the portraits of Mrs. Obama at the Hay-Adams Hotel and as well as The White House. FUN FACT: Michelle became the second first lady ever to be featured on the cover of the

COUPLES NEWS: KELIS PREGNANT UPDATE, TAMEKA'S SURGERY STATUS, ERYKAH'S TWITTER BABY, MEL B-EDDIE MURPHY BABY DRAMA.

2009-02-10T20:01:00.002-05:00

Nas confirmed that his wife Kelis IS pregnant with their first child during this MTV News interview. News broke via Us Weekly last month. Nas and Kelis have been married since January 2005. spotted at Mrs Grapevine Nas on the baby's sex: "Yeah, man, I find out what it's gonna be next week, so I'm happy," said the rapper, who has a 15-year-old daughter from a previous relationship. "I got

THE CHRIS BROWN-RIHANNA GRAMMY HOOPLA

2009-02-10T13:15:00.004-05:00

Shortly after Chris Brown and Rihanna left Clive Davis' pre-Grammy bash (see below), they got into a heated argument that resulted in visible body injuries on both parties.Because of this incident that occurred in Chris' rented Lamborghini (see below), they didn't attend the 2009 Grammy Awards. Rihanna supposedly pressed charges and Chris was arrested for alleged domestic violence felony battery.

INDIA.ARIE FEAT. MUSIQ - CHOCOLATE HIGH

2009-02-03T11:20:00.002-05:00

Close friends India.Arie and Musiq Soulchild collaborated on her new single, "Chocolate High" off her upcoming album, Testimony: Vol. 2 Love & Politics.alternate linkThese two have great chemistry as reflected in the video. (Hmmm...are these two trying to tell us something???) Anyhow I love the feel good vibe Chocolate Vibe has going on. 4 days before Valentine's Day, India drops her new album.

JAZMINE SULLIVAN ON GMA

2009-02-03T10:55:00.002-05:00

Jazmine Sullivan, 5 time Grammy nominee, performed her current single, "Lions, Tears & Bears" on ABC show, "Good Morning America." It's clear to see why Jazmine earned all her Grammy nominations off her debut album, Fearless.alternate Link Next up for Jazmine is the 2009 Grammy Awards airing live on February 4th on CBS. In the meantime, check out her interview with Katie Couric for "All Access

50 CENT/RICK ROSS BEEF ADDS TIA KEMP

2009-02-02T22:27:00.003-05:00

The on-going beef between Rick Ross and 50 Cent took an unexpected turn when 50 invited Rick's baby mama Tia Kemp on his online blog community THISIS50.COM. (Oh my damn, 50!) Apparently Tia (who has a son with Rick) has a tell-all expose in the works called, Tia's Diary: Deeper Than Rap, out March 2009.alternate link50 took a step further with a new cartoon series called "Locked Up: Officer Ricky

SPOTTED: GARCELLE, NE-YO & BEYONCE

2009-02-02T20:54:00.004-05:00

Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon was spotted out and about with her adorable twin sons Jax Joseph and Jaid Thomas over the weekend.Photos: Splash via BCKNe-Yo put on a blonde wig as he took a photo with Lady Gaga at the taping of BBC2 Music Show 'Sound.' You gotta love his sense of humor - LOL!Photos: WIREIMAGEBeyonce Knowles-Carter was spotted outside a Midtown Restaurant dressed up in a gray Herve Leger

KEEPING UP WITH TARAJI, VIOLA & FREIDA

2009-02-02T20:10:00.003-05:00

Oscar nominees Viola Davis (Doubt) and Taraji P. Henson (Curious Case of Benjamin Button) have been spotted at various industry events looking like they stepped off the runway.Slumdog Millionaire actress Freida Pinto also looked hip and fab at the 61st Annual DGA Awards. Love that Zac Posen one shoulder sequin dress.Viola just signed on to appear in the psychological thriller Law Abiding Citizen

SPOTTED: BOBBI KRISTINA & ASHANTI + KEYSHIA COLE & FRANKIE'S VIBE COVER

2009-02-02T18:24:00.002-05:00

Bobbi Kristina, the 15-year-old daughter of Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown, was spotted outside LAX Airport with her famous mother. That's one mean facial expression Bobbi is giving her mom (LOL!). Rumor has that Bobby is about to be father again. (Bobby has been in long-term relationship with Alicia Etheridge.) Head on over to MrsGrapevine for the scoop.spotted at BLACKCELEBKIDS via Bauer

MONICA IN THE STUDIO WITH JD & B.COX

2009-02-02T13:55:00.002-05:00

Monica joined Jermaine Dupri's YouTube blog Living The Life alongside writer Bryan-Michael Cox. The video gave insight between the friendly brother/sister interaction between Monica, JD, and B.Cox.alternative linkMonica even gave some relationship advice to B. Cox...which was entertaining to see. JD and B.Cox worked on a hot ballad for Monica's upcoming music project. JD and Monica worked

ERYKAH BADU HAD A BABY GIRL + MARIAH, NICK & THE DREAM ON "MY LOVE" SET

2009-02-02T12:22:00.003-05:00

Jay Electronica, the boyfriend of Erykah Badu, announced on his twitter page that he and Erykah just welcomed a baby daughter on February 1st at 1:30 PM. No name was mentioned but since Analog Girl Erykah has a son named Seven Sirius (with Andre3000) and a daughter named Puma Rose (with The D.O.C.) one can expected a rather unique name. Congrats to Jay and Erykah!As reported earlier, Nick Cannon

JHUD AT SUPER BOWL 2009

2009-02-01T20:26:00.004-05:00

Jennifer Hudson's rendition of the National Anthem (The Star Spangled Banner) at Super Bowl XLIII simply blew me away. JHud performed the song her own way with smooth vocals and tone. -Tear!- Photos: WireImage & AP. Video spotted at Yardie!As her first performance since her family tragedy, Jennifer didn't do the vocal theatrics like heard on "And I Am Telling You" but she instead kept it

CIARA - NEVER EVER VIDEO

2009-01-31T16:21:00.004-05:00

Ciara released the video treatment for her new single, "Never Ever" featuring Young Jeezy last night on BET's "Access Granted." True to form, Ciara exhibited the one known factor about her talent - dancing.click HERE if you can't see the video.I love that Ciara and the video director Chris Robinson added a snippet of "Promise" in the beginning. Close friend Monica and Usher's R&B group One Chance

TARAJI'S OSCAR BASH + KIMORA & DJIMON AT PUSH PREMIERE

2009-01-30T13:02:00.002-05:00

Taraji P. Henson had a private dinner celebration for her Oscar nomination at Mastro's Steakhouse. Close friends Sanaa Lathan, Nia Long, John Singleton, and her Baby Boy co-star Tyrese showed her support at the small gathering.Pregnant Kimora Lee supported her equally happy boyfriend Djimon Hounsou's Push movie premiere last night in Westwood, Californina. Kimora and Djimon are engaged and this

KHLOE & RASHAD SPLIT + RIHANNA'S DREAM DUET

2009-01-30T10:14:00.004-05:00

Just as quickly Khloe Kardashian defended her new relationship with Rashad McCants, Khloe updated her blog with news that it's a wrap! Photo via Khloe Kardashian Blog In Khloe's words... Hey guys. I wanted you all to be the first to hear the news that as of last night Rashad and I are no longer together. Relationships are hard enough as is when you live in the same city, and he’s in a

USHER & JD IN THE STUDIO + MIMI & NICK UPDATE

2009-01-29T22:53:00.002-05:00

Usher joined Jermanie Dupri in this latest video blog taken during their joint studio session. Keep your eyes lock on that not really new tattoo Usher showed off. From what I tell it's a tribute to his brother JLack and his two sons Cinco and Naviyd Ely. (Fast forward to the 7:29 mark.)You can tell these two (JD and Usher) go way back. So this video blog update without a doubt confirms that

KEYSHIA COLE COVERS VIBE STYLE ISSUE

2009-01-29T17:58:00.001-05:00

Keyshia Cole can be seen on the Style (March 2009) issue of VIBE magazine. This particular colorful edition hits newsstands on February 17th. FYI: Keyshia has been on the cover THREE times...so far!Photo credit: VIBEOn the flip side, Keyshia may or may not had a nose job as posted up by Necole. What do you think of this new rumor - nose job gone right or a good make-up job done right?Photos:

JHUD'S BACK!

2009-01-29T15:59:00.006-05:00

Days before her expected Super Bowl National Anthem performance this Sunday, Jennifer Hudson went back to work to film the music video for her second single, If This Isn't Love, off her self-titled album. According to RAP-UP, the video drops on February 9th.Photos: RAP-UP via Annamaria DiSantoIf This Isn't LoveNext up for Jennifer is the Grammys and the NAACP Image Awards. Below is Jennifer's

HOOPLA: JESSICA SIMPSON'S WEIGHT GAIN + KELLY'S FORECLOSURE WOES

2009-01-29T15:58:00.004-05:00

Jessica Simpson (and her favorite Marni boots) made her first public appearance post weight gain hoopla last night in Virgina. Blogs went crazy when Jessica stepped out with a new curvier figure. No wonder these known folks go the plastic surgery route! (Things that make me go hmm...)How it all started...Photos: Splash & WireimageKelly Rowland is in the news again but this time for foreclosure on

HOOPLA: DANITY KANE SPLIT CONFIRMED + AALIYAH MOVIE UPDATE

2009-01-29T15:02:00.002-05:00

Dawn Richard confirmed the Danity Kane split recently to MTV News. Aubrey O'Day went on to do a Playboy editorial while D. Woods has a girl group. Shannon Bex and Aundrea Fimbres are the only two remaining members. However, Shannon would NOT be seen in the upcoming season of "Making The Band." Best luck to Dawn!As of right now, [Danity Kane doesn't exist]," Dawn Richard told MTV News on Wednesday

NYC EVENT HOOPLA + KIMORA & DJIMON'S MEXICO TRIP

2009-01-29T12:27:00.005-05:00

The Dream had his album listening session for Love vs Money last night in New York City. Christina Milian was there at the event showing her support. Aura from All That's Fab has a brief video interview of Dream cursing talking with Angie Martinez about the album treatment.Dream and Miss Milian were later spotted at Karen Kwak's birthday party at the Thompson LES with Tocarra. Dream and Christina

JAZMINE SULLIVAN - LIONS, TIGERS & BEARS VIDEO

2009-01-29T11:06:00.002-05:00

Jazmine Sullivan, who has 5 Grammy nominations for her debut album Fearless, recently release the Syndrome-directed video for her latest single - Lions, Tears & Bears. The video concept took a few concepts straight from The Wiz/Wizard of Oz as evident with a interesting yellow brick road and a restless tiger.click HERE if you can't see the video.Kudos to her stylist June Ambrose for hooking up

KELLY ROWLAND ENDS KNOWLES MANAGER RELATIONSHIP

2009-01-28T19:39:00.001-05:00

Kelly Rowland has officially parted ways with her long-time Music World manager Mathew Knowles according to E Online and Us Weekly. According to various sources including Bossip AND Jawn Murray, Kelly and Mathew said the split in the following press release was amicable.Photos: Getty & AP"After a very positive meeting between Kelly Rowland and myself, we have amicably agreed to end our

COUPLES NEWS: KHLOE & RASHAD + PARMINDER'S WEDDING

2009-01-28T13:04:00.002-05:00

ER pregnant actress Parminder Nagra (one of Hollywood's underrated talents in my opinion) wed her long-time boyfriend photographer James in a traditional Indian wedding ceremony. (Remember her from Bend It Like Beckham?) Celeb news site, OK!, was on the scene for the photo hoopla.Photos: OK!Khloe Khardashian posted up a lengthy blog vent about her relationship with Minnesota Timberwolves guard

HOOPLA: SOLANGE'S T.O.N.Y, MC3 + CANDIDS

2009-01-28T09:46:00.004-05:00

Solange belt out her new single, "T.O.N.Y" for Pepsi Smash's Cover Art on Yahoo Music. She did a great job with vocals and those zany dance moves. Midway through the younger Knowles sibling and her band The Hadley Street Dreams switches up the groove.click HERE if you can't see the video.Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon went house hunting in Los Angeles this past Sunday. Love those Gucci boots Mrs.

LANCE & EVA AT AFRO SAMURAI EVENT

2009-01-28T08:52:00.002-05:00

"House of Payne" actor Lance Gross and "Y&R" actress/ANTM winner Eva Marcille made their first joint appearance post-engagement announcement (Try saying that three times fast!) at the launch party for Xbox360 & Playstation 3's "Afro Samurai" at the Geisha House last night. Photos: WIREIMAGEIs it just me or is Eva being extra sly about her engagement ring from her baby???Check out how Lance and

FANTASIA'S PATTI LABELLE TRIBUTE

2009-01-27T23:31:00.005-05:00

Fantasia kindly reminded us why she won that coveted American Idol title when she tore it down (in a good way) for the recent Patti Labelle Tribute TV special for "Evening Of Stars." (Thanks Necole!) Don't believe me? Check out Patti's reaction via Tha Feedback..."Lady Marmalade"Simon's reaction...gif c/o Gossip On This

JOLIE-PITT CLAN SPOTTED IN JAPAN

2009-01-27T22:53:00.003-05:00

These photos of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie alongside their kids (Maddox, Shiloh, Vivienne, Knox, Pax, and Zahara) made its way around the celeb news blog circuit. The Jolie-Pitt clan arrived at Japan's Narita Airport for Brad's Curious Case of Benjamin Button promotional campaign. Photos: Splash, Reuters, Daily Mail

SOLANGE RECREATES COLDPLAY'S VIVA LA VIDA

2009-01-27T20:22:00.003-05:00

Solange alongside her band The Hadley Street Dreams recreated Coldplay's hit single, "Viva La Vida" for Pepsi Smash's Cover Art series on Yahoo Music. I think this remake suit Solange's raspy vocals.click HERE if you can't see the video.Interesting dance moves, huh? In case you missed the original and its popular Apple iTunes commerical, check it out below.Next up for Solange is her Grammy 2009

NEW MUSIC FROM CHRISETTE MICHELE: EPIPHANY

2009-01-27T15:33:00.002-05:00

Epiphany the new single from Chrisette Michele’s upcoming sophomore album hit the music blogosphere today. The melody, lyrics, and flow sounds as promising and entertaining as her underrated gold-selling debut album, I Am. Chrisette's new single will impact radio officially on February 10th - just in time for Valentine's Day.Photo: Def Jam Chrisette won me over with her vocals at her joint

EVENT HOOPLA: TRUMPET AWARDS + ANDRE HARRELL'S PARTY

2009-01-27T08:52:00.003-05:00

Record executive/music moguel Andre Harrell's celebration dinner brought out Chris Rock, Jay-Z, Mary J Blige, Diddy, and LaTonya Blige-DaCosta. Andre is often credited as launching the careers of MJB and Diddy.Pharrell Williams showed off his new crocodile Spongebob SquarePants sneakers and his custom made oversize Hermes bag. According to Pharrell's blog, his sneakers were made by BAPE.spotted

INDIA.ARIE PREPS NEW ALBUM

2009-01-27T08:26:00.002-05:00

India.Arie(vocalist behind "I'm Not My Hair" & "Video") has come back to the music scene with a highly anticipated album, Testimony: Vol. 2, Love & Politics. India collaborated with close friend Musiq Soulchild on the track "Chocolate High" and she has a Gramps Morgan acoustic duet called "Therapy." (Both singles were release back in Fall 2008.) I absolutely love "Chocolate High" for its melody

EVENT HOOPLA: BRANDY, RAY J, LETOYA, AND KEYSHIA

2009-01-26T23:35:00.005-05:00

Siblings Brandy and Ray J attended the Official Sugar Shane Mosley Fight After-Party. I'm looking forward to their upcoming joint music project R&B. Anyone going to support Ray J's new VH1 Bachelor-type reality series?Photos: Wireimage/GettyLetoya Luckett paid tribute to Patti LaBelle via a soulful rendition of "Talk About Love" at "An Evening of Stars" TV special which honored Patti's music

NEWLYWEDS, CANDIDS + KIMORA'S BABY BUMP

2009-01-26T23:07:00.005-05:00

Newlyweds Josh Duhamel and Fergie were spotted at LAX (post Bahamas honeymoon) with a modest tan. Love that Cartier bag Fergie has.Photos: SplashA very pregnant Kimora Lee and boyfriend Djimon Hounsou were seen out and about with her kids Ming Lee and Aoki Lee.Photos: SplashKelly Rowland spent some time down at Miami Beach relaxing (again). Check out her Cleo magazine photo session over at Fresh

MUST READ HOOPLA

2009-01-26T02:40:00.002-05:00

The Starz Channel's all-star Black History Month documentaryRaven-Symone in YSL - fashion fix or miss?Arehta Franklin's Inaugural Hat is EVERYWHERE!Tina Fey face off with America Ferrra at the SAG'sSasha Fierce Lets Loose in Dereon...gearReggie Kardashian Bush out on the prowlKanye goes from Louis Vuitton Don to MLouisK JrBlack Artists Association Upset Michelle O Hasn't Worn Black Designers

THE 2009 SCREEN ACTORS GUILD AWARDS

2009-01-25T22:37:00.004-05:00

TBS/TNT broadcast the The 15th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards live tonight at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Indie favorite Slumdog Millionaire picked up the event's highest honor - Best Film. Visit here for the complete 2009 SAG Winners list.Eva Longoria and America FerreraTaraji with James Earl JonesEva Longoria Parker & Tony ParkerTaraji P. HensonBrad Pitt & Angelina JolieReem Acra

THE UNDERDOGS & MEAGAN'S HOOPLA

2009-01-25T22:14:00.002-05:00

Meagan Good (in Christian Louboutin Forever Tina fringe boots) was spotted outside My Club House in L.A. last night. Those boots are quite popular in Hollywood...and Meagan loves it!Previously...Photos: X17 OnlineTaraji P. Henson and Freida Pinto attended the 20th Annual Producers Guild Awards. Taraji (Oscar nominee) mixed it up in black and white while Freida (Slumdog Millionaire actress) opted

SPOTTED ON THE SCENE

2009-01-25T21:19:00.004-05:00

Vanessa Minnilo and Nick Lachey made their way through LAX Airport. These two are still going strong, huh? (Love Vanessa's shades.)Photos: SplashAlso at LAX Airport was Beyonce who went incognito post-Obama Inaugural Ball in a black and white Rodarte-like sweater hoodie, her favorite Casadei platforms and Ray Bans.Photos: Splash & Beyonce WorldBeyonce's two fashion lines (Dereon and House of

LOOK ON LOCK EDITION: RIHANNA VS ROSARIO

2009-01-25T20:22:00.007-05:00

Here's another look on lock edition between Rosario Dawson and Rihanna.Photos: Wireimage/GettyPre-hair hoopla Rihanna wore this emerald green Dolce & Gabbana fishtail gown at the 2007 World Music Awards.Rosario rock the same D&G dress in gray at tonight's 2009 Screen Actors Guild Awards.Both went for a old Hollywood style with their hair for the look but I think Rihanna pulled it off.