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• Tyra Banks Speaks On Break Up With John, (Not) Dating Rob Evans & Trying To Pop Out Babies
• Alicia Keys Addresses The Haters In JET--Details WHEN She & Swizz Got Together
• STILL A Head Turner: Happy 45th Birthday Lisa Bonet!
• Keyshia Cole COVERS "Rolling Out" Magazine, REVEALS Admiration For The Carters & Her MUSICAL Mantra
• ON THE SET: Tameka "Tiny" Harris JOINED By Co-Hosts Tamar Braxton, Trina & Claudia Jordan For "TINY TONIGHT"
• Laura Govan & Floyd Mayweather At The LA Clippers Game + Laura Discusses WHY She Hit Up Jackie's Daughter Chantal
• MUSIC FAB: Rihanna Ft. Chris Brown "Nobody's Business"
• Bow Wow Tackles BAD DADDY Allegations By Dishing On Parenting Shai & Such On "Anderson Live"
• Robert De Niro BLASTS Jay-Z For Being "Disrespectful" + Kanye West & Nicki Minaj Set For HURRICANE SANDY Fundraisers
• WORK: Chris Brown Nabs Wilhelmina Modeling Deal
• CELEB DO GOODERS: Jada Pinkett Smith And Daughter Willow Attend SENATE PRESS CONFERENCE To End HUMAN TRAFFICKING

Tyra Banks Speaks On Break Up With John, (Not) Dating Rob Evans & Trying To Pop Out Babies Posted: 16 Nov 2012 09:20 AM PST Tyra Banks rolled to the "Wendy Show" to talk about love & babies.  Neither of which are working that well for her these days, so she says.  Check out what she had to say about her breakup, dating & her "fried eggs".... Tyra, in a tight body con side-studded dress and cute heels, was spotted leaving Wendy Williams' studio last night after taping her segment that aired today: The supermodel hit up Wendy's couch to dish on her love life, having babies and her big "ANTM" season finale that airs tonight.  Tyra says she and John Utendahl, the sexy banker she dated for years, are broken up, but remain great friends.  "We just talked last night."  Oh, but there's no "benefits."  She says she's trying to date, especially because hat 38-years-old, she's scared her eggs are frying up and she wants to have babies. About the rumors of her dating the new young ANTM judge Rob Evans, she says that he's like her little brother and there's NOTHING going down. Wendy & Tyra played the Fave 5 game so we can learn a little more about Ty Ty (like that's possible): Fave thing a man can do: "Pay for me." Fave piece of gossip she's read about herself: That she spent the night with Rob Evans at his hotel and he left a $100 tip for waitress. She said SHE left the tip, they were only having dinner in the lobby, and Tyra's best friend was also there. Fave way to burn calories: She said she's not exercising now.  But Instagram works out her fingers. Her fave model besides herself:  Cindy Crawford.  Tyra said she modeled her early career after her. Fave Tyra-ism-: "Smize and Tooch". Check out her clip below: Pics: INF

Alicia Keys Addresses The Haters In JET--Details WHEN She & Swizz Got Together Posted: 16 Nov 2012 08:03 AM PST Alicia Keys has something to say to her critics....and she does so in the newest issue of JET magazine.  Check out what she had to say about her and her husband Swizz Beatz's relationship inside... In a very candid cover story interview with Alicia Keys, she talks about everything including the pre-marriage drama leading up to her highly publicized union with mega hit-maker husband Swizz Beatz.  And she's sticking to her story saying her critics are just trying to knock her down. "…[They] were apart for some time before we ever got together…that doesn't matter to those who take pleasure in trying to knock others down…there's no need to fight what's not true…" "I'd never met a person where I could be fully myself…Swizz and I live in each other's shadow. So we can occupy the same space and there is nothing but equality. There's something really powerful about that." Well isn't that special.  Alicia will be taking the stage for the 12-12-12 Sandy Relief concert at Madison Square Garden December 12th.  And her Girl On Fire album drops November 27th. The new issue of JET featuring Keys is on newsstands Mon., Nov. 19.

STILL A Head Turner: Happy 45th Birthday Lisa Bonet! Posted: 16 Nov 2012 07:16 AM PST Actress Lisa Bonet celebrates her 45th birthday today. Revist some of her interesting fashion choices inside..... For many, actress Lisa Bonet was the "favorite" Cosby kid.  She stood her ground against Cliff and Clair, wasn't afraid to make mistakes or follow her dreams, and she had the most "interesting" wardrobe.  And in her real life, she was afro-punk before we knew what it was.   And even outside of "A Different World" and "The Cosby Show" she made risky moves like the movie Angel Heart and vamped it up on the cover of ROLLING STONE back in the day when "good girls" just didn't do those things.  And she's got a list of fine ass men in her life--from Lenny Kravitz to Jason Momoa (above). She helped break the mold for the good girl gone bad in the 1980s and now the Lindsay Lohans and Rihannas  of the world should tip their hats to her (and even her own rebel-like daughter Zoe). Check out Lisa's eclectic style in the gallery.... IT'S A DIFFERENT WORLD...Happy 45th Birthday Lisa Bonet!

Keyshia Cole COVERS "Rolling Out" Magazine, REVEALS Admiration For The Carters & Her MUSICAL Mantra Posted: 16 Nov 2012 06:46 AM PST   Singer Keyshia Cole covers the latest issue of ROLLING OUT where she reveals how she knew her hubby Daniel Gibson was "the one," and what famous couples she looks up to.  See the highlights inside.... As she promotes her Woman to Woman disc, pretty gal Keyshia Cole covers the latest issue of ROLLING OUT in a leather skirt and studded Louboutin pumps where she talks about balancing her successful career and raising a family.  She also reveals the message she hopes her music leaves behind for her fans and when she knew Daniel Gibson was the right man for her.   Here are the highlights: Are there any couples in entertainment you admire for being examples of a strong family? I respect Beyoncé and Jay-Z, because I know how hard it can be to stay in love in this business. In the beginning, it appeared as if Jay-Z knew Beyoncé had work to do. I respect that. You can’t go into a relationship trying to change someone. You have to grow with that person and go through everything with them. That’s one thing that I noticed and I respect about them. Of course, I’m not with them every day, but that’s what I see from the outside looking in. How do you balance family life with a hectic road schedule? I can’t do it alone. It takes a village to raise a child. I have family who help me when I need it. My son’s grandparents have also been very helpful. [His grandfather] recently spent two weeks with us, and for him to see his papa was wonderful. What do you want your overall message to be for those who relate to your songs? I didn’t have great examples while coming up in Oakland. I was able to look to examples in the industry such as Brandy. She was able to do a lot at an early age. In Mary J. Blige I saw strength. She never gave up. That’s what I want to leave behind. I want young women to know that where they start doesn’t have to be where they finish. You have to take it a day at a time. You go through things, you learn and you keep fighting. Do you remember the day you realized Daniel was the one? I thought he was beautiful the first time we met. We had been talking for months before we physically met each other. We had ups and downs in our relationship, and we grew from it. When you make a commitment to marriage, you have to be serious about it. You can love the person you are with, but you have to be sure that you’re ready to make that commitment. This is not only for when times are good — marriage is for the remainder of our lives. [It’s for] building a life and making the best life for your children.   BONUS: On the title track to her “Woman to Woman” disc, Keyshia teams with R&B songstress Ashanti where the two battle it out for the love of the same man.   Keyshia spoke about what Ashanti's vocals brought to the sog to ThisIs50 saying, “It’s her point of view against my point of view in a hypothetical scenario. I appreciate her realness and the gutterness that she brings to the table,” she said of her collaborator. “I know she gets really glammed up, but she’s still gutter. Her songwriting skills are off the chain, so I definitely wanted to incorporate that from a different woman’s point of view.” Listen to the track above.   Photog: DeWayne Rogers for Steed Media

ON THE SET: Tameka "Tiny" Harris JOINED By Co-Hosts Tamar Braxton, Trina & Claudia Jordan For "TINY TONIGHT" Posted: 16 Nov 2012 04:41 AM PST Tameka "Tiny" Harris has released pics from the set of her upcoming VH1 talk show with Tamar Braxton, Trina and Claudia Jordan as co-hosts.  See the pics inside..... We told you previously about Tiny landing a new talk show and now pics from the set of "Tiny Tonight" have emerged showing her with co-hosts Claudia Jordan ("Celebrity Apprentice," "Deal Or No Deal"), Tamar Braxton ("Tamar & Vince"), and rapper Trina. Pics show the ladies sitting around a circular rug on white leather chairs as they discuss show topics.     Tamar tweeted her excitement, "@TinyMajorMama: My bad bissh all the time @tamarbraxtonher "takes one to know one! *kisses*    And from looking at the outfit changes, the ladies have taped "at least" two shows already.   When a fan asked when we'll get a chance to see the show, Tiny said,        We will be watching.

Laura Govan & Floyd Mayweather At The LA Clippers Game + Laura Discusses WHY She Hit Up Jackie's Daughter Chantal Posted: 15 Nov 2012 03:12 PM PST Last night, boxer Floyd Mayweather was seen being greeted by "BBW LA" star Laura Govan at the LA Clippers vs. the Miami Heat game.  See the photos inside and find out what Laura says she learned from the drama with Jackie Christie and her daughters.       Last night, boxer Floyd Mayweather was spotted sitting courtside at the Los Angeles Clippers vs. the Miami Heat game at the Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles, CA.  He brought his cute daughter along for some b-ball fun.  No 50 Cent in sight. The pair were later greeted by reality star Laura Govan who came over to say hello.  Her sister Gloria's husband Matt Barnes plays for the Clippers so she was likely there to cheer him on. Little Ayana sipped her ICEE as the Clippers defeated the Heat 107-100.  Cute.     And in other Laura Govan news.... Many folks have been baffled by Laura Govan's "two-faced" relationship with Jackie Christie this season on "BBW LA" so the reality star sat down with Hip Hollywood to discuss her "strategy" and what she surprisingly learned from talking to Jackie's daughter Chantel. She revealed that she isn't two-faced but is simply mirroring Jackie's behavior towards the ladies last season and that she wants Jackie to feel the same hurt and pain she inflicted on others.  But after talking to Chantel, she revealed that it "took away" her evil side and she got a big "lesson" on what is really important in life.  Watch it above. Photos via  London Entertainment / Splash News

MUSIC FAB: Rihanna Ft. Chris Brown "Nobody's Business" Posted: 15 Nov 2012 02:02 PM PST Rihanna & Chris Brown's "Nobody's Business" collabo has hit the internet streets.  Check it inside... While Rih Rih is busy hopping from country to country on her 7-7-7 tour, the most talked about track from her Unapologetic album just dropped. Rihanna said recently she's not dating Chris (Mmhmm), but says the track with her ex on it was necessary. Chris told Big Boy recently: “This record was a statement… Us as friends, as human beings, as entertainers, everything we do isn’t everybody’s business. At the end of the day, we gon’ show ya’ll how dope it is and show ya’ll how epic our artistry is." Well, check out "Nobody's Business" for yourselves below: We feelin' it?  The album is in stores 11/19.

Bow Wow Tackles BAD DADDY Allegations By Dishing On Parenting Shai & Such On "Anderson Live" Posted: 15 Nov 2012 12:57 PM PST Bow Wow rolled to Anderson Cooper's daytime talk show today.  And in addition to teaching fellow co-host Snooki how to freestyle, he explained why he is a good daddy to his daughter Shai.  Despite recent reports... An interesting convo went down between Snooki & "106 & Park" host Bow Wow today.  Since both are new parents, they dished on what would go down during a babysitting date between them, why Bow would call his baby mama mama Joie to change Shai's diapers, and how he "loves" being a parent.  Anderson: And your a new dad as well? Snooki: Oh My God. What's her name? Shai? That's a beautiful name by the way. You know what's cool we are both new parents. Bow Wow: Yeah, she wouldn't let me watch what I wanted to watch, it was cartoon day. Snooki: Isn't it awesome being a parent? And I love the fact that we are both young because we are good looking parents but when they are eighteen years old we are still going to be alive, well not alive, but like we're still going to be able to hang out with them and move around because we are still going to be young parents. Anderson: I would love to see a babysitting date between you two. Snooki: Oh we'd have so much fun. I am awesome mom. Bow Wow: I would do a lot of stop, no, sit down, wait wait. Anderson: We tried to figure out what to get you, I know you change a lot of diapers. Bow Wow: I have a couple of times. Snooki: Did you get peed on yet? I get peed on all the time. Bow Wow: No I have not gotten that treatment yet from her. Anderson: Why do you get peed on? Snooki: Because I change his diaper, and then he pooped on my hand once and that was awesome. Bow Wow: See I just call for her mom, I just call for her mom. Something tells me Shai's mom Joie and her sister would beg to differ. He also taught the "Jersey Shore" chick how to freestlye.  Check the vids.

Robert De Niro BLASTS Jay-Z For Being "Disrespectful" + Kanye West & Nicki Minaj Set For HURRICANE SANDY Fundraisers Posted: 15 Nov 2012 11:30 AM PST Iconic actor Robert De Niro is said to have given Jay-Z a good reading at Leonardo DiCaprio's birthday party, calling him "rude & disrespectful".  Find out what upset Hov's Tribeca neighbor inside and get the deets on Hurricane Sandy fundraisers that Kanye West and Nicki Minaj will be involved in.... When Robert De Niro calls.....you answer. And if you aren't around...you'd better call him back. At least that was the message given to Hip Hop mogul Jay-Z who had the audacity to ignore one of the most respected men in New York. Shown above with his wife Grace Hightower, Robert confronted Jay-Z the other night at Leonardo DiCaprio's A-list birthday bash at The Darby in Manhattan.  It seems that Jay had agreed to record a song for the Tribeca Film Festival (the upscale movie showcase that De Niro founded in remembrance of 9/11) and Robert was interested in talking about it.   But the problem is....he could never get the rapper on the phone. In fact, he called him six times and Jay still didn't call him back.  Needless to say....Mr. De Niro is not used to being ignored and he was not pleased. So when Jay got to the party, Robert confronted him.  While some sources say the conversation was heated (on Robert's part) other's say it was a private conversation that was overheard by others.  A source told Page Six,  "Bob wasn’t in any mood to make polite conversation.  He told Jay that if somebody calls you six times, you call them back. It doesn’t matter who you are, that is just rude. De Niro kept telling him that he thinks he’s the man, but that he was disrespectful.’ ” Jay tried to joke it off, Robert was still pissy. At one point, Beyonce walked across the room and tried to intervene and still....that ish didn't work. Uh oh...   And in Hurricane Sandy Relief news.......   Rapper Kanye West and Alicia Keys will join Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band, Billy Joel, The Who and Jon Bon Jovi at the Madison Square Garden for a concert ro benefit Hurricane Sandy survivors. The show is dubbed the "12-12-12" show and will be held on Dec. 12. And in other relief efforts, rapper Nicki Minaj has joined a super long list of celebrities who will contribute messages of support to raise funds to rebuild Seaside Heights (where "The Jersey Shore" is filmed) for a special called "Restore The Shore." It airs tonight at 11:00 p.m. ET.   Other celebs slated to appear are  One Direction, Alicia Keys, Mac Miller, Taylor Swift, Nicki Minaj, Britney Spears, Pharrell, P!nk, Demi Lovato, Kim Kardashian, Ne-Yo, Kelly Clarkson, Bruno Mars, No Doubt, fun., Carly Rae Jepsen, Swizz Beats, the Jonas Brothers, Ludacris, All Time Low, Sean Kingston, Christina Aguilera, CeeLo Green, Adam Levine, Blake Shelton and Carson Daly of “The Voice,” Ashley Greene, Dakota Fanning, Nikki Reed, Peter Facinelli and Elizabeth Reaser of “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Part 2,” Jay Leno, the cast of “The View,” Simon Cowell, L.A. Reid, Wendy Williams and many more.

WORK: Chris Brown Nabs Wilhelmina Modeling Deal Posted: 15 Nov 2012 10:40 AM PST Chris Brown is continuing with making over his image.  And now he's got the help of Wilhelmina International Modeling agency.  Deets inside... Wilhelmina is giving out some pretty hefty contracts these days.  The newest celeb on their modelicious roster is Chris Brown.  He's signed on to get representation in the fashion, modeling and editorial world.  So he's putting his chiseled good looks to good use. Chris said about the deal: “Art and style has always played a significant role in my life — it’s evolved with me throughout my career.” And if you're wondering if an big name image-conscious companies are going to have an issue working with Chris, the director of Wilhelmina Men told WWD: “Chris Brown is a…multifaceted artist with a unique take on style, and we are excited to translate and extend his brand.” This is def a good look for Breezy.

CELEB DO GOODERS: Jada Pinkett Smith And Daughter Willow Attend SENATE PRESS CONFERENCE To End HUMAN TRAFFICKING Posted: 15 Nov 2012 09:30 AM PST Activist Jada Pinkett Smith and her daughter Willow were spotted on Capitol Hill yesterday where they attended the launch of the Senate Caucus to End Human Trafficking.  Find out more about Jada's "cause" inside.... Yesterday, actress Jada Pinkett Smith appeared on Capitol Hill and spoke at the launch of the Senate Caucus to End Human Trafficking.  While speaking with Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Rob Portman (R-Ohio), Jada revealed that she's in town to advocate passage of the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2011 which will provide funding to "...enhance measures to combat trafficking in persons, and for other purposes."  And the Hill wasn't her only stop to advocate for trafficking victims as she added,  “I’m actually going to the White House today to speak to Valerie [Jarrett]. The White House is very passionate about getting involved and figuring out how to tackle this issue. “As you know, President Obama spoke about human trafficking and the idea of it not being tolerated in this country, and I do plan on sitting down with our president and speaking to him personally about this issue.”   Jada made her speech in a daring silk orange jumpsuit. She brought along her daughter Willow who actually introduced her to the issue through the viral Kony 2012 video detailing child sex trafficking. After doing some research of her own, Jada decided that this was an issue she wanted to take on. Jada and her group "Dont' Sell Bodies" have already had success in California with the passing of Prop 35 which seeks to end human trafficking in the state.  Great cause for the Smith ladies! Photos via Getty

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