Friday, April 15, 2011

The Young, Black, and Fabulous

The Young, Black, and Fabulous


PRE-WEDDING FAB: Tamera Mowry & Fiancé Adam Housley Get FABULOUSLY ROMANTIC For Engagement Shoot

Posted: 15 Apr 2011 10:03 AM PDT

It's officially wedding season!  Actress Tamera Mowry showed off her fabulously romantic engagement photoshoot with her fiancé Adam Housley.  The couple is preparing for their May 2011 wedding date, and we've got the cutesy pics when you read on...

YBF chick Tamera Mowry is getting married next month near Napa, California.  So her and her fiancé Adam headed to southern Cali recently for there nature filled romantic photoshoot, done by wedding photographer Jose Villa.

Tamera recently dished on the wedding deets:

“I’m so excited,” she tells E! News of her engagement to Adam Housley, a Fox News correspondent. “It is going to be a big wedding, probably 400 people with seven bridesmaids and groomsmen.”

Twin sister Tia Mowry is her maid of honor, her brother Taj is a groomsman, the dress is by Vera Wang and the wedding location has already been secured.

“Adam’s family owns a winery in Napa, Calif., but the wedding will take place at a nearby estate,” the former star of “Sister, Sister” says. “We want this wedding to respect us. I was courted in Napa and fell in love with the city. Wine has become a big part of our life together.”

Check, check, and check.  Along with her twin sis readying to pop out her baby in a month or so, it's going to be a busy summer for the sisters.  More pics of the Mr. & Mrs. To Be:

Awwww!  I am SUCH a sucker for romance and photos within live nature.  And loving that they kept the wardrobe understated and muted to match their setting.  Tamera looks gorge.

They look uber happy and head-over-heels in love.  Not mad at all.

Gorgeous photos.  Congrats again to the couple!

PHOTOG SITE: JOSE VILLA

Jesse Jackson Calls Ex-Staffer's Sexual Harassment Allegations FALSE & HURTFUL

Posted: 15 Apr 2011 09:55 AM PDT

 

We reported previously on the allegations made by an ex-Rainbow PUSH Coalition employee who said he was harassed by Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.  Now Jesse has responded, and he's not pleased...

 

Jesse Jackson Sr. has responded to harassment claims made by Tommy Bennett, calling them "hurtful and harmful to the progressive community".

He and Rainbow PUSH filed a joint response with the Chicago Commission on Human Relations saying its leaders, “unequivocally deny Tommy Bennett’s false claims of harassment, retaliation and discrimination.” 

The statement in full says:

The organization does not condone or tolerate discrimination in any form,” the statement says. “His inflammatory allegations are an attempt to malign Rev. Jackson and the organization, and are hurtful and harmful to the progressive community. We are fully cooperating with the Chicago Commission on Human Relations and expect to be fully exonerated.”

 

Watch the news report here:  

HOLLYWOOD LIVIN': Romeo, Eva Marcille, Swizz Beatz, Carmelo, Rihanna, & Eve Work The Nightlife

Posted: 15 Apr 2011 09:12 AM PDT

 

Hanging out in California, Romeo and Eva Marcille were spotted at OK! Magazine's party for sexy singles while Rihanna was spotted out leaving dinner in L.A. while.  See the pics inside plus photos of Swizz Beatz performing with Eve in NYC...

Romeo and Eva Marcille were spotted at OK! Magazine Celebrates Hollywood's Sexiest Singles party at the Lexington Social House in Hollywood. 

Eva rocked a VERY short blue dress that showed off her killer and perfectly bronzed legs.

 
 

Romeo rocked his black diamond No Limit chain.

His "DWTS" partner Chelsie Hightower was also there.


 

Have you been voting for them?

Also out in Cali....

Rihanna was spotted leaving dinner at Osteria Mozza after her "Idol" performance.

 

  

Meanwhile, over in New York City,

Eve threw a mink over her shoulder and got it popping for a performance at Webster Hall for Girls' Night Out.

 

Swizz Beatz hit the stage with his buddy Eve.
 

Expect to hear a lot from Eve on the radio soon.  She is working with Swizz for her next album.

And she is on new tracks with Rihanna and Jill Scott.  Loving these green jeans.

Eve and Swizz pulled out all the stops even inviting NY Knick Carmelo Anthony on stage.

Looks like it was a fun night out.

Photogs: Nunez/Grant

Kimora BLASTS Story That She Recently Starved Herself+Nas Gets FUNNY

Posted: 15 Apr 2011 08:33 AM PDT

If you've been noticing her recent slim down, you're not the only one.  Kimora Lee Simmons Hounsou made some press rounds recently as she reinvents her KLS/FABULOSITY brand.  And when talking about her recent weight loss to a certain media reporter, she claims they took her words far out of context claiming she starved herself to lose 25 pounds.

 

Ki Ki lashes out when you read on....

Kimora took to her own personal blog this morning to go off about PopEater's new interview with her where they quote her as saying she "didn't eat" in order to lose 25 pounds.  The reporter quoted Ki (who always jokes a lot and is very sarcastic) saying:

"I have shed the fat by not eating," Kimora half-jokingly tells me. "But I don't like to tell the kids that so they think they shouldn't eat. No, I watch my portions, and I eat leaner proteins and vegetables and stuff like that."

The gorgeous Missouri native was in a giving mood during our afternoon rendezvous, so she listed her food intake for the entire day.

"So I woke up this morning and ordered breakfast at 4 AM. I had egg whites scrambled, spinach, turkey bacon and a glass of orange juice," she said, noting she skipped lunch. "The reason I had such a big breakfast is because I hadn't eaten in two days. I've had fruit, I've had a smoothie, I've had a protein bar, but it's not like I've had Doritos."

"I was out one night with two famous sisters" -- Kimora asked that I not reveal the identity of the young reality stars -- "when a bunch of burgers were being passed around. I went to grab one and the two of them looked shocked. They said, 'We don't eat.' Then after I grabbed a burger, they said they were joking but I knew they weren't!"

But the former model, who naturally gained a bit of weight with her third child Kenzo, fired back this morning saying she never starved herself at all.  And it took her a year to shed the weight, by dieting and exercising.

I just wanted to take a moment to address a story about my recent weight loss that began circulating today. This story led people to believe that I shed 25 lbs by not eating, which is completely ridiculous. I am a mother of three young children, two of whom are girls and I’m trying to raise them with a healthy body image. It’s taken me almost a year to lose close to 25 lbs and I did it through healthy diet and exercise. So yes, I’m a bit smaller, but still curvy and 100% healthy and proud of my body and the time it has taken me to undergo this personal journey for myself. I’m not one of those “superstar moms” who lost all their baby weight in a week. So, yes, I’m upset about the innuendo because I just can’t win. In the past year there have been numerous rumors about my weight — first I was attacked for being a size 10, now I’m anorexic? I’m a real woman and I represent real women. I believe that people are beautiful at any size, color or weight. The way this article was promoted is unfortunate — what a silly way to sensationalize a story, especially when you know young people will be reading it. There must be more accountability in reporting, especially considering the far reaching impact on girls and young women who are exposed to this kind of misleading information on a daily basis. What kind of example is that setting for them?
 

That sucks to be misquoted on something so influential and that is such a sensitive topic on a naional scale--especially when you have your own two young daughters.  While I'm sure Kimora is no stranger to doing crazy things in her model days in order to maintain a certain weight, what she appears to clearly stand for now is healthy living and giving, having a fabulous life, and only setting the best example for her children.  I'm glad she spoke up.

 

On a lighter note, Nas stars in Funny or Die's newest skit.  Nas as a ghost--funny.

 

The Randomness:

1.  Shakira got robbed by her own fan in the middle of her concert!  Story

2.  CNN wants more diverse viewers, so Chris Rock and Aisha Tyler may be tapped for their own shows on the network. Story

SHOCKING DETAILS! Rev. Jesse Jackson Accused By Gay Ex-Staffer Of Harassment And Being On The Down Low

Posted: 15 Apr 2011 07:40 AM PDT

They are really slinging the mud over in the windy city this week.  Rev. Jesse Jackson, political activist and the founder and leader of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, is being accused of harassing a gay ex-staffer, forcing him to partake in raunchy activities, and being a part of the other "Rainbow" movement himself.  The shocking and juicy deets inside...

According to the Windy City TimesTommy R. Bennett, the former National Director of Community Relations at the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, has filed a complaint with the City of Chicago Commission on Human Relations accusing Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. of harassment and his later termination because of his sexual orientation.

In the document, Tommy makes a number of claims about the way he was treated by Jesse and other PUSH employees.  He says certain employees outright refused to work with Tommy because of his sexual orientation while some did not respect his authority.  But the most shocking claims all center around Jesse himself. 

Tommy claims that once he became Jesse's travel assistant, he had to escort women to and from Jesse's hotel room for sexual encounters AND he had to clean up after they were finished.  SMH. 

He also claims that Jesse asked him to apply a cream to an area between his legs where he had a rash and that one night he was summoned to Jesse's hotel room at 1am to take "notes" but he could see that Mr. Jackson was aroused. Sigh....

He also shared this gem of a story that claims Jesse was partaking in sexual relations with men himself:

"Rev. Jackson stated that he played football and there was a gay high school teacher who took Rev. Jackson under his wings and told him that he needed education to go along with football. Rev. Jackson said, '[F]rom that gay teacher, I got a good grade, I got to use his car, I got ten dollars and I got my dick sucked.' Rev. Jackson said, '[T]hat's not gay, that is surviving.'"

WOW.

During his interview with Windy City Times, Tony (above) explained why he is filing this complaint:

"That's one of the points I want to make. How many times has this happened to us? It's like being raped and having it unreported. People are so afraid of these giants in our community. People won't report it and won't file lawsuits. So many people are afraid of [Jackson]. I can't walk in fear like that. So many people are being discriminated against—being laid off with this false pretense of downsizing."

So why did Tommy stay so long?

"Number one, I enjoyed what I did and I thought things would get better. He was really not a bad person to work for; it was the staff he had around him."

Umm....ok Tommy.  But based on what you said in the complaint....I would think you would not want to work for Mr. Jackson anymore. 

So far, Jesse has not responded but these type of allegations cannot be just swept under the rug.  I'm sure he will have to defend himself at some point and we will indeed keep you posted.....
 

 

Solange Knowles, Cassie, & Selita Ebanks Named New Faces Of Carol's Daughter!

Posted: 15 Apr 2011 07:03 AM PDT

Singer/Songwriter Solange Knowles and models Selita Ebanks and Cassie just landed a fabulous new gig.  They are the new spokeswomen of Lisa Price's & Steve Stoute's Carol's Daughter beauty brand.

 

We've got exclusive deets on the beautiful new deal when you read on...

These three ladies are putting their gorgeous looks and enviable skin and hair to good use.  Solange, Selita, and Cassie are the new ambassadors and spokeswomen for Carol's Daughter (CD).  Steve Stoute, chairman and lead investor in Carol's Daughter, tells TheYBF.com today in an exclusive statement:

"I am so happy and proud to have Solange, Cassie and Selita join the Carol's Daughter family. They, together with Lisa Price, Mary J Blige and Jada Pinkett Smith, share our passion of bringing beauty to a variety of skin tones and hair textures."

The first product under CD's improved brand guidelines is the Monoi Repairing Collection which works on all hair types. After one use, the product strengthens hair 13 times more than its natural state, and reduces breakage by 96%. The ad campaign for this line launches May 1st and will feature all three new Spokesbeauties.

In their new role, the fab chicks are working to redefine the color of beauty.  Selita said in today's WWD:

"Carol's Daughter doesn't have just one direct demographic.  Solange's hair is a different texture than mine.  So is Cassie's.  Our skin and body types are different.  Today, people are blended.  And I think the three of us are a prime example.  Women in my family range from vanilla to the deepest chocolate."

Can't wait till their campaigns start to roll out.  Congrats to the ladies!

 

Mehcad Brooks Hosts Private Hennessy Dinner With Selita Ebanks, Estelle & Tika Sumpter

Posted: 15 Apr 2011 06:36 AM PDT

Last night, the beautiful people gathered at the exclusive Soho House in NYC for a private dinner hosted by Mehcad Brooks.  The place was filled with gorgeous models and YBF folks like Estelle, Tocarra and Selita Ebanks.  Peep the photos inside...

 

Sexy actor Mehcad Brooks flashed his megawatt smile and rocked a nice suit for the Hennessy Privilege event at Soho House in NYC last night:

And the dapper host brought out all of his beautiful friends.

Lovely NY native, Selita Ebanks was there.

She posed with Hennessy Cognac Ambassador Cyrille Gautier-Auriol.


 

Mechad also hosted Chris Marcus and DJ Derrick "D-Nice" Jones.

Reality TV star and model Toccara Jones looked great.

"Gossip Girl" and "The Game" actress Tika Sumpter looked adorable in her red girly dress.

Jessica White wore dark colors accented by her yellow clutch.

Estelle has a big week coming up and will be dropping some new music soon.

Emil Wilbekin of Essence.com chatted with industry exec Sylvia Rhone.

The dinner seemed to be lively and lots of fun.


 

And Selita and Mechad had a little reuniting moment--they have a funny State Farm commercial running on tv networks.

Fab times all around.

Photog: J.Kohen

Rihanna Gets WAVY For "California King Bed" "Idol" Performance

Posted: 15 Apr 2011 05:42 AM PDT

Rihanna changed up her firey red hair again to don some shoulder-length waves as she hit the "American Idol" stage last night to perform.  She even took a minute to snap a pic with golden "Idol" judge and PEOPLE's reigning "Most Beautiful Person In The World" Jennifer Lopez.

 

We've got pics and video of her "California King Bed" performance when you read on...

In a gorgeous velvety grey long gown and wavy locks, Rih Rih belted out her newest single "California King Bed" for the "Idol" fans.  It was around this time last year when she rocked out with "Rockstar 101" on the same stage.

 

Peep video of her performance in case you missed it:

 

You feelin' it?  Rih kicks off her LOUD tour June 4th in Baltimore with Cee-Lo and J.Cole as opening acts.

TV FAB: "The Game" Renewed For 22 More Episodes On BET!

Posted: 14 Apr 2011 02:08 PM PDT

Get ready for more juicy drama unfolding around Melanie's secret abortion, Malik's up/down spiral and relationship with Jenna, Derwin's sneaky moves or the new QB, and Tasha's crazy love life.  Because the cast of BET's "The Game" just got the gift of renewal.

 

Deets on the show's upcoming 5th season when you read on....

The season ended with some serious cliffhangers. And thankfully we get to see them play out.  BET just renewed its most popular show on the network for 22 new episodes.  

"The Game," which debuted its 4th season on BET this year, raked in a record breaking 7.7 millie viewers for its season premiere.  And the numbers stayed uber high all season with 3 to 4 million viewers per episode.

Filming of "The Game" will continue in Atlanta with production of the fifth season starting soon.  The show is created and directed by YBF couple Salim & Mara Brock Akil.

In other good news for the channel, the new scripted show "Let's Stay Together" also received 22 new episodes for a second season.

Congrats all around!

The Randomness:

1.  In sad tv news, ABC has decided to cancel the longest running soaps on tv, "All My Children" and "One Life To Live."  Their last episodes will air the end of 2011 and January 2012.  It's the end of an era.  Damn homie...

Seriously?! Donald Trump Announces He Has A Great Relationship With "The Blacks"

Posted: 14 Apr 2011 12:40 PM PDT

Responding to a Gallup Poll that said 8 out of 10 Blacks support Barack Obama, potential presidential candidate Donald Trump  said he was "troubled" by how many blacks support Obama.  But Trump hopes to get support from the community because he says he has "great relationships" with "The Blacks" himself.  Get the deets on his foolywang statement inside....

You almost have to admire Donald Trump for his ability to be so cocky and headstrong while he is walking around with that offensive combover, but his recent cocky comments have raised eyebrows.

In addition to making snide remarks about President Obama's birth certificate and suggesting he isn't American (blank stare) Donald Trump still hopes to pull support from Black Americans.  He said on Talk 1300 AM radio in Albany, N.Y. today:

"I have a great relationship with the blacks. I've always had a great relationship with the blacks."

Now I am not sure how well "The Blacks" do at Trump Organization and I haven't seen him donating checks to the UNCF or anything, but the use of "the" and "Blacks" together in order to lump us all together startles me.  And if you were that cool with "The Blacks", you would know not to say ish like "THE BLACKS." 

Maybe The Donald fails to realize him trying to find a man for Toccara Jones and that other chick from "The Apprentice" via their own "Bachelorette" style shows makes him a lover of "The Blacks."  Or maybe the fact he defended Star Jones in her war with "The View" makes him feel like WE all owe him something.  Or better yet, maybe the fact he provided the world with the entertainment that is NeNe Leakes and Lil Jon and Dionne Warwick and Latoya Jackson all in one season of "Celebrity Apprentice" gives reason for us to owe him our "friendship."

I suspect we are going to hear more foolish things in the weeks to come.  Maybe he'll talk himself right out the race if he keeps this up....

Source

LeBron's Mama SLAPPED With $15,000 Lawsuit From Valet

Posted: 14 Apr 2011 11:46 AM PDT

Well here's one way to slap back.  After Gloria James, LeBron James' mama, slapped up Fontainebleau Hotel valet Rockfeller Sorel in Miami last week, Rockfeller has slapped Gloria with a lawsuit.

 

Deets when you read on...

According to the lawsuit filed today in Miami-Dade County and provided by TMZ, Rockfeller claims to have suffered pain, emotional distress, humiliation, mental anguish, and loss of capacity for enjoyment of life.  Oh, and medical bills and loss of earnings. 

So the victimized valet wants a minimum of $15,000 from LeBron's Gloria's pockets.  This dude....

KID FAB: Little Chance Combs Sings Good Luck To Her Daddy+Zoe Kravitz Gets FAB For BLACKBOOK

Posted: 14 Apr 2011 10:41 AM PDT

Little Chance Combs decided to tape another video full of cuteness.  And this one's her sendoff for her daddy Diddy.  Check out Chance singing her papa's "Coming Home" song and wishing "Dawn, Kalenna, and Daddy" good luck on their tour.

 

And pics of Lenny & Lisa's gorgeous daugter Zoe Kravitz showcasing her hauteness in BLACKBOOK mag when you read on....

How cute is that Chance?!  Diddy-Dirty Money's COMING HOME tour kicked off this week in Minneapolis.

 

And in the April 2011 issue of BLACKBOOK magazine:

The stunning Zoe Kravitz showcased her rock and roll hotness.  Loves her and these pics.  The actress/singer/Vera Wang spokesmodel stars in X-Men: First Class hitting theaters June 3rd.  And has just been cast in the new Mad Max: Fury Road movie.  Nice.

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