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• Halle Berry And Nahla Get Temporary Tatts In Hawaii, Take A STROLL With Olivier Martinez
• OH REALLY? Kordell Stewart Spent Time With BABY MAMA Tania Richardson the Night Before Filing For DIVORCE From Porsha
• DO WE LOVE IT?: Ciara Rocks Givenchy In Vegas With Future
• Lil Wayne Gives First Post-Hospital Interview, Reveals "I'm Epileptic"
• Rick Ross "Explains" Controversial "U.O.E.N.O." Lyric Saying "We Don't Condone Rape"....But We're Still Not Feelin' It
• EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK: Reginae Carter & Bria Williams' "PAPARAZZI PRINCESSES" Promo Shoot
• TV GIGS: Regina King SIGNS ON For ABC's "Divorce: A Love Story" PILOT + ZANE Nabs Sexy New Cinemax Series "The Jumpoff"
• MAGAZINE FAB: NY Knicks BALLER Tyson Chandler's "GQ" Shoot With Son Tyson II + Rita Ora, Iggy Azalea And A*M*E COVER "HUNGER" Magazine
• ROLL UP & ROLL OUT: Wiz Khalifa & Amber Rose's Night Out
• COMMUNITY HELPER: Chris Brown PUFFS A Cig, Spray Paints A Mural For The Kids

Halle Berry And Nahla Get Temporary Tatts In Hawaii, Take A STROLL With Olivier Martinez Posted: 29 Mar 2013 09:07 AM PDT A barefoot Halle Berry was spotted on a relaxing stroll through Hawaii with fiance Olivier Martinez and daughter Nahla.  Check out the mommy/daughter duo and their new temporary tattoos inside... "The Call" star Halle Berry took a barefoot stroll through the sand yesterday as she and her baby girl hit up one of their fave places--the beach. Wearing an asymmetrical AllSaints grey Jersey Riviera that showed of her legs, Halle and Nahla kept it cute and casual on the beaches of the Aloha state. The twosome had gotten a pair of temporary tattoos earlier.  Nahla inked a "Minnie Mouse" iccon with three smalls hearts on her right leg while Halle had flowers sketched on her right arm.      Halle's fiance Olivier Martinez was along for the trip to Maui as he awaits the release of his next big screen flick, The Physician.  Must be nice...   Photos via FameFlynet

OH REALLY? Kordell Stewart Spent Time With BABY MAMA Tania Richardson the Night Before Filing For DIVORCE From Porsha Posted: 29 Mar 2013 08:05 AM PDT The night before he blindsided "RHOA" star Porsha Stewart with divorce papers (well, the night before he filed papers and didn't tell her), former Pittsburgh Steeler Kordell Stewart ran back to the listening ear of his baby's mama Tania Richardson.  Get the deets on their night out inside.... As he plotted his escape from his marriage to evangelist turned reality star Porsha Stewart, Kordell Stewart spent the night before with his baby mama Tania Richardson. The fateful night before Kordell filed for divorce, he was seen with Tania and Syre at Dave & Busters in Marietta, Georgia.  Witnesses told TMZ Tania and Kordell (who looked stressed out) seemed to be in deep discussion about something.  Maybe he expressed his regrets?  "RHOA" fans might remember Tania as the spitfire BFF of original "RHOA" star Sheree Whitfield, as she made several appearances on the show back in 2008. Then she suddenly dropped out of sight.... Word on the street is that Kordell didn't want Tania (who's the mother of his son Syre) to be on television, so she set her reality tv dreams aside.   Fast forward to 2013....now he's married to a chick holding a peach during the opening credits of "RHOA." How'd that happen? And then, there's rumor and speculation that Porsha was allegedly the side-chick during Kordell's relationship with Tania.  Messy.  It will be interesting to see if Kordell runs back into the arms of Tania....Though we're sure that WON'T be on anyone's reality show.  Lesson learned.   Photo: TMZ

DO WE LOVE IT?: Ciara Rocks Givenchy In Vegas With Future Posted: 29 Mar 2013 07:22 AM PDT Ciara has taken her Givenchy muse status to another level.  The singer showed up at Haze nightclub in Vegas with her boo Future, rocking an eclectic and ethereal look.  And we've got to wonder if Kanye had anything to do with it.   Decide if we love it inside... Ciara's been close to Givenchy designer Riccardo Tisci for a while now, even becoming his muse.  But are we loving her latest look in the designer's threads: The "Body Party" singer was all about her stark white as she and Future hit the carpet for their appearance at Haze nightclub in Vegas.  She rocked the virgin Mary tee white pants, a white kilt like dress/skirt, white sneakers, and a white button down underneath. Not sure if Vegas is the place to pull off "high fashion," but you decide:     DO WE LOVE IT?! Photos: Wenn/PCN

Lil Wayne Gives First Post-Hospital Interview, Reveals "I'm Epileptic" Posted: 28 Mar 2013 10:51 PM PDT It's Weezy's first interview since his seizure-ridden weekend that led to him ending up in ICU for several days this month.  The rapper finally reveals the real reasons behind the seizures, his new diagnoses, and his gripe with the false rumors.... Weezy did a phone interview with DJ Fellie Fel over at Power 106 Thursday evening.  And for the first time, he spoke out in detail about all the drama that went down over a week ago with him being hospitalized for his multiple seizures.  We've now learned the explanation--he's been diagnosed with epilepsy, and is prone to seizures when feeling stressed and exhausted. He also had some things to say about TMZ and their report about him being near-death.  The sports fan even gave his opinion on the renaming of the New Orleans Hornets to the Pelicans, why he won't be going back to a Miami Heat game, and dished on his new tracks off I Am Not A Human Being II. Here's the highlights: On the seizures: “The bad news is I’m an epileptic. I’m prone to seizures. This isn’t my first, second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh seizure. I’ve had a bunch of seizures, ya’ll just never hear about them. But this time it got real bad ’cause I had three of them in a row and on the third one, my heart rate went down to like 30 percent. Basically, I could’ve died, so that is why it was so serious....But the reason being for the seizures is just plain stress, no rest, overworking myself. That’s just typical me though.” On his past health issues: “I have people around me. I actually have [the seizures] so much they already know what to do. They already know how to handle it. Certain times I don’t even go to the hospital, but this time, it was real bad because it was three in a row, and I’ve never had three back to back like that.  The third one was so bad and I live in the hills in L.A. So the reason why it was bad was that I live all the way at the top, so you know how hard it is getting down those hills. That was what was so scary about it.” On TMZ’s report that he nearly died: “That’s what they do. I can’t be upset at that. I get upset at my kids when they do things that I tell them not to do. I can’t be upset at TMZ for doing what they do. They gon’ probably come out tomorrow and say something else about somebody else that ain’t true. That’s what they do. The truth isn’t good enough for them, so they gotta twist everything up.” Check out the full audio below:

Rick Ross "Explains" Controversial "U.O.E.N.O." Lyric Saying "We Don't Condone Rape"....But We're Still Not Feelin' It Posted: 28 Mar 2013 04:51 PM PDT Rick Ross was put on the spot earlier today and was forced to address the growing controversy surrounding his "U.O.E.N.O" lyric, which many felt condoned rape.  Watch him dig himself into a deeper hole inside.....   The Teflon Don, Rick Ross, was backed into a corner earlier today, as Q93's Wild Wayne confronted the rapper about the controversial language used in his "U.O.E.N.O." record during an interview in New Orleans.   In case you've been under a rock, the line in question goes: "Put Molly all in her champagne, she ain't even know it/ I took her home and I enjoyed that, she ain't even know it." So what exactly did that line mean?  Well, most of us took the line for exacly what it said.  He drugged a girl without her knowing and had sex with her, without her knowing. Ricky said it was a "misinterpretation" telling Wild Wayne,  "I feel like us being artists, that's our job to clarify the sensitive things, the things that we really know need to be clarified such as a situation as this." He continued: "Woman is the most precious gift known to man.  I would never use the term 'rape' in my records and as far as my camp. Hip-hop don't condone that, the streets don't condone that, nobody condones that. So I just wanted to reach out to all my queens that's on my timeline, all the sexy ladies, the beautiful ladies that have been reaching out to me with the misunderstanding: We don't condone rape, and I'm not with that." Well....Officer Ricky....no one said you "used" the term rape.  What folks were up in arms about was that the scenario described in the lyric IS "rape", whether you choose to "use" the word or not.   So far, some radio stations (like WUVS-LP 103.7) have turned their back on Rick Ross since the release of the song and a petition has been started at Change.Org that demands an apology.   Was the definition of rape NOT on his Corrections Officer admissions test?  Deep sigh. Watch the interview here and his response at "4:28":

EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK: Reginae Carter & Bria Williams' "PAPARAZZI PRINCESSES" Promo Shoot Posted: 28 Mar 2013 03:20 PM PDT The 14-year-old daughters of Cash Money Records co-founder Bryan "Birdman" Williams aka "Baby" and Lil Wayne are adding their 2 cents to the family empire.  We've got Bria Williams and Reginae Carter's first official photoshoot for their brand new book under Cash Money Content...   The Instagram loving young & fun pre-teens have teamed up to pen a fictitious narrative of the adventures of two teen girls, called Paparazzi Princesses.  The youngins took their own experiences of the perks and disadvantages of growing up in spotlight, then wrote a book about it all.  But under fictitious names. It seems tobe the Cash Money Content theme as Evelyn Lozada did something similar with her "fictional" novel under the publshing company. And since the girls have probably seen a lot of what goes on behind the curtain--especially with Reginae's mom Toya Wright starring in two reality shows--the novel is being written from a "fictional" standpoint.  Likely to protect the real life people involved. Here's the synopsis:  Instead of relying on Instagram and Twitter as most of their peers do, their story is told in their new novel "Paparazzi Princesses" through the characters of Kyla Jones and Promise Walker. On their journey to becoming their own women, the novel's main characters face their parent's high expectations, the pitfalls of being "unintentionally famous," and, most crucially, the trials and tribulations of high school, homework, crushes, and friendship that everyone goes through. A collaboration with author Karyn Langhorne Folan, it's bound to be a page-turner for teens and young adults everywhere.   Now check out their cute princess themed photoshoot:     Lil Wayne said about his baby girl's first book, "I've got to be honest. It's inspiring to see what these girls have done. It wasn't easy, and they did it all by themselves. 'Proud' doesn't even begin to describe how me and the 'Birdman' feel. I can't wait for everybody else to experience their story."       Birdman said about his little princesses, "There's no better feeling than watching Bria and Reginae make this dream come true. They took an idea, worked extremely hard, and brought it to life. It's the kind of story that everybody can feel, and it's only the start of much bigger things for these two wonderful young ladies." Paparazzi Princesses comes out June 4th.  Gotta love the youngins.

TV GIGS: Regina King SIGNS ON For ABC's "Divorce: A Love Story" PILOT + ZANE Nabs Sexy New Cinemax Series "The Jumpoff" Posted: 28 Mar 2013 12:54 PM PDT Actress Regina King has joined the cast of "Divorce:  A Love Story", a new pilot for ABC.  Get deets on the show and find out more about CINEMAX's sexy new series "Zane's The Jump Off."   As the fate of her TNT show "Southland" hangs in the balance, actress Regina King has signed on for "Divorce:  A Love Story", a new pilot being shot for ABC.  According to Deadline, the show centers on a recently divorced couple that can't seem to get their lives together without each other. Regina will play the "diva" wife of the male lead's best friend. It's interesting to see how her real life might parallel the life of the show's female lead. Though reports say she's broken up with Malcolm Jamal Warner, her own tweets seem to stress that there is still a friendship between the two...without confirming their romantic status. We'll let you know if the show gets picked up.     And on CINEMAX.... NY Times bestselling author Zane has land a new series on CINEMAX.  After the success of "Zane's Sex Chronicles" --the original urban style better writen version of 50 Shades of Grey--the cable network has given the green light to "Zane's The Jump Off."  The new series will follow the lives of five fraternity brothers living in Miami, FL.  And by the way, her book Addicited is also being adapted for the big screen.   The series begins tomorrow, March 29 at 11PM/10C on Cinemax. In case you missed it, watch a sexy sneak peek here:

MAGAZINE FAB: NY Knicks BALLER Tyson Chandler's "GQ" Shoot With Son Tyson II + Rita Ora, Iggy Azalea And A*M*E COVER "HUNGER" Magazine Posted: 28 Mar 2013 11:50 AM PDT NY Knicks baller Tyson Chandler dished on his fashion aesthetic with lifestyle bible GQ in their April 2013 issue.  See Tyson posing with his son Tyson II inside and music fashionistas A*M*E, Rita Ora and Iggy Azalea on the cover of HUNGER Magazine.     From Amar'e Stoudemire to Carmelo Anthony, the NY Knicks boasts some of the most fashionable men in the NBA.  In the April 2013 issue of "GQ" Tyson Chandler joins the ranks of his teamates in a new photoshoot which puts his off-court fashion sense on display. Inside the mag and photoshoot, the former Chicago Bulls player models different ways to sport shades of Black and dishes on where he gets his fashion sense, his home life (where he paints wth his son Tyson II) and how important textures and fabrics are to him.  Here are the highlights: On why he focuses on the details of his look: "Even before I moved to N.Y.C., I realized that there are no off days. Especially in the camera-phone era. I started to look at fashion the same way I look at my games—there's always going to be someone watching you for the first time." On pairing sweatpants with blazers: "When I say sweatpants, I'm not talking about your typical lie-around-the-house sweatpants. I'm talking about that same soft fabric but in a structured, tailored cut. It sounds crazy, but trust me." On farm-life and the importance of boots: "A lot of people don't know, but I grew up on a farm. When I'm in a pair of boots, it reminds me of where I come from. I wore cowboy boots my first ten years of existence. I played soccer in them, cleaned the house in them, of course played basketball in them—always in the dirt. They were my go-to's. Chelsea boots are like my worlds then and now coming together." On how to wear "black": "To me, if you're going all black, the cut is everything. That's what makes it sophisticated." On proportions: "A lot of times, taller guys think their lapels need to be wide. Whether you're seven foot or not, a slim lapel drives a suit."   In the photo above, Tyson rocked a Tank top and pants by Rick Owens, Boots by Esquivel, Necklace by Alice Waese, Bracelet by Goti & a Watch by Tiffany & Co. Tuxedo by Ozwald Boateng. T-shirt by Rick Owens. Boots by Bally. Pocket square by Dries Van Noten. Necklace by Werkstatt München.   T-shirt by Rick Owens. Pants by 3x1. Sneakers by Saint Laurent. Fedora by CA4LA. Necklaces by Werkstatt München.   Tyson said about his fashion choices: "It's funny, this T-shirt and pants are just what I wore to the shoot—not for the shoot. If I was going to the grocery store, I would have worn the same clothes."     Also on magazine racks..... Hunger, a bi-annual magazine from photographer and publisher, Rankin, has just published issue number 4 which features 6 different covers. Rita Ora is among the talented women tapped to add a little sizzle on the magazine racks. Wilhelmina model and "Work" rapper Iggy Azalea also landed a cover.      And newbie British singer/songwriter A*M*E (who hasn't crossed-over the pond yet), also landed a spot.  The mag launched in November 2011 with Kelis and Kelly Rowland on the cover, The issue hits magazine racks on April 4th.  Watch the promo here:   Photos via GQ/Hunger TV

ROLL UP & ROLL OUT: Wiz Khalifa & Amber Rose's Night Out Posted: 28 Mar 2013 11:07 AM PDT Amber Rose and Wiz Khalifa had a parents' night out last night.  And it looks like they're ready to get back into the club life...at least a little bit. Rapper Wiz Khalifa took his fiancee Amber Rose out on the town last night in Hollywood. The couple, who welcomed baby Sebastian five weeks ago, seemed ready to continue the party as they left the nightclub with an open bottle of champagne and some weed.  We all know what that leads to:      The twosome hopped in their ride and sped off from the mass of fans.  And Wiz posted a few of his own pics saying, "Love Her #TurnUp #AmbandCam":   Photos: Pacific Coast News/FAME/Instagram

COMMUNITY HELPER: Chris Brown PUFFS A Cig, Spray Paints A Mural For The Kids Posted: 28 Mar 2013 09:52 AM PDT Chris Brown did a little image rehabilitation yesterday as he was spotted spray painting a mural for kids in Miami, Florida yesterday.  Find out where he was inside..... While his boo Rihanna is traveling around on her Diamonds tour, he's spending his time outside of the studio doing productive things.  Chris Brown was in Miami yesterday where he spent the day spray painting a mural with children for the Symphonic Love Foundation Global Best Buddies Day. It was Chris' good deed of the week, as all proceeds went to the charity that helps youngsters with intellectual and developmental disabilities. And we all know he could use a little image rehab after fights with everyone from Frank Ocean to his former bodyguard Big Pat have gone public.  Plus, dude loves to paint, spray paint and create art.  So it's a win-win. It's great to see that this was one act of giving back that Chris "actually" completed as folks in the LA District Attorney's office has raised red flags about a ton of community service hours he claims to have completed in Richmond, VA.       Pop Art star Romero Britto (who's famous for his neo-pop art and sculptures), joined in the efforts and assisted Chris in creating the mural.  Good look for Breezy....   Photos via FAME

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