The Young, Black, and Fabulous

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• SPOTTED: Jay-Z OUT AND ABOUT In New York, Hill Harper DINES In Beverly Hills With MYSTERY WOMAN
• MUSIC FAB: Azealia Banks "No Problems" (VIDEO) + Young Jeezy' “R.I.P.” (REMIX) Featuring YG, Kendrick Lamar And Chris Brown
• Chanel Iman COVERS "GALORE" Magazine's "Women's Who Rock" Issue + Jourdan Dunn REVEALS She FLASHED Justin Bieber Her Ta-Tas!
• Lance Gross Dishes On His Own Temptations...And The Criticism Around His Co-Star's Acting SKills
• Meet The Newest Reality Star Who's Stirring Up Controversy: "Real World" Star Marlon Williams Admits To Sex With A Man...But Denies He's Gay OR BiSexual
• Jen Williams On Deck For New Reality Show? + "T.I. & Tiny" Season 3 Super Trailer
• NEW MUSIC: Beyonce's "I Been On REMIX" Ft. Bun B, Z-Ro, Scarface, Willie D, Slim Thug, & Lil Keke
• Rihanna Named #1 POP Star By British TV, Fires A Few Shots
• FOURTH Year In A ROW! Chicago's Urban Prep Academy Sending 100% Of Its GRADUATES To COLLEGE
• MUSIC CHICKS: Dawn Richard Rocks Out At Amoeba LIVE To Promote GoldenHeart + Eve's "Make It Out This Town" Video
• ON THE SET: Keke Palmer, Chilli, T-Boz, Lil' Mama and Evan Ross SHARE PICS From The “Crazy, Sexy Cool: The TLC Story” MOVIE

SPOTTED: Jay-Z OUT AND ABOUT In New York, Hill Harper DINES In Beverly Hills With MYSTERY WOMAN Posted: 30 Mar 2013 08:25 AM PDT Hip hop mogul Jay-Z was spotted on the streets of New York yesterday.  Get the deets on his "Legends Of The Summer" Tour and see who Hill Harper dined with in Beverly Hills... Jay-Z looked like he was in an "Empire State of Mind" yesterday, while spotted hopping out off of his chauffeur-driven SUV yesterday. HOV will be hitting the road with Justin Timberlake this summer for their "Legends Of The Summer" tour where he's expected to gross about $1.5 million per show. And Jay will spare no expense on the tour as The Sun reports he's even hired an expert to roll cigars for him and his friends in a special “Gentlemen’s Club” set up backstage.  If that sounds extravagant, Jigga can surely afford it since Forbes just named him as one of the wealthiest hip-hop artists in the world.    And in Beverly Hills.... Actor/author Hill Harper was spotted waiting for his keys at the valet of Craig's in Beverly Hills last night. Hill was joined at dinner by a mystery woman whom he was careful to avoid being photographed with. Outside of dinner dates, Hill recently helped raise $18,000 for the Somaly Mam Foundation, a non-profit organization that helps combat global sex trafficking, and he announced on Twitter that he submitting a new book to his publisher on Monday.     Photos via Tom Meinelt / Splash News / JD Pht Bx & MCGM / Splash News

MUSIC FAB: Azealia Banks "No Problems" (VIDEO) + Young Jeezy' “R.I.P.” (REMIX) Featuring YG, Kendrick Lamar And Chris Brown Posted: 30 Mar 2013 07:28 AM PDT Azealia Banks has dropped a video for her "No Problems" single from her major label debut.  Watch the Yung Rapunxel's festival-inspired clip inside and hear Young Jeezy's "R.I.P." (Remix) featuring YG, Kendrick Lamar and Chris Brown. As fans count the days until the long-awaited release of her Interscope debut Broke With Expensive Taste (April 16), Azealia Banks has unleashed a clip for her "No Problems" single. Though originally intended as an Angel Haze diss, the clip takes on a life of its own as Yung Rapunzel rocks the mic at Ultra Music Festival in Miami. With her long weave, she sways from side-to-side while rapping into her iPhone and doing high kicks with her background dancers. Diplo and Steve Aiko also make cameos. Watch "No Problems" here: And in other new music.... Young Jeezy has updated his 2 Chainz-assisted track "R.I.P." with a remix that calls YG, Kendrick Lamar and Chris Brown to the mic.  During his part of the track, Chris Brown raps “If you started from the bottom, gon’ and come out the closet", which might be a slight dig at Drake and his sexuality. Hmmm...shots fired? Listen to the "R.I.P." remix here:

Chanel Iman COVERS "GALORE" Magazine's "Women's Who Rock" Issue + Jourdan Dunn REVEALS She FLASHED Justin Bieber Her Ta-Tas! Posted: 30 Mar 2013 06:46 AM PDT Model Chanel Iman covers GALORE Magazine's "Women Who Rock" issue where she dished on what it feels like to be a top model and her alter ego. See her photoshoot inside and get the deets on Jourdan Dunn flashing her ta-tas at Justin Bieber. Model Chanel Iman covers the "Women Who Rock" issue of GALORE Magazine with a 70s glam-inspired photoshoot done by photographer Ellen Von Unwerth.  Inside the mag, the world famous model dished on her female influences, her alter ego, what it's like to be loved by fans and her favorite designers.  Here are the highlights: Alex Catarinella: Chanel Iman! How’s it going being one of the biggest supermodels on the planet? Chanel Iman: I’ve been working my ass off! I just got back from Mexico shooting for H&M and I just walked in the Jason Wu show at New York Fashion Week. There’s a lot going on and I’m just glad to be working. I’m happy this year. I know what I’m doing and what my goals are. You’ll see a lot coming my way. AC: That makes me overly excited. Can you remember your first “OMFG! I am a supermodel!” moment? CI: My fans make me feel that way. I’m so grateful for my fans because they inspire me everyday to keep going. The sweet messages I receive always just make me feel so loved and appreciated. It makes me want to work harder. I would love to be a leader for our generation in a positive, uplifting way. And my fans give me the inspiration to be that. AC: FYI, it’s the Women Who Rock issue. What ladies rock Chanel Iman’s wonderful world? CI: Let me see… Beyoncé, Oprah, Michelle Obama, Alicia Keys, Halle Berry. There’s a lot of women out there who rock who I look up to. I think Ellen [von Unwerth] rocks. It’s my first time working with her but it’s definitely not my last. She’s awesome. AC: I’ve gotta say, it did seem like Ellen brought out your Sasha Fierce on set. Which brings me to ask: do you have an alter ego? CI: Of course. Everybody should have an alter ego. AC: Does she have a name? CI: I don’t think I would name my alter ego. That’s corny. It just comes out. I let it speak for itself.   Read more of the interview here See her photo spread here:       And in other "model" revelations...... British supermodel Jourdan Dunn recently appeared on Jonathan Ross' UK talk show where the Victoria's Secret model talked about the time she flashed Justin Bieber.  She said, ‘During rehearsals my segment was the VS Pink with Justin Bieber. During rehearsals him and his dancers were actually there and for some reason, I don’t know why, I decided to wear a top that was low cut and no bra. ‘So I go down, do my thing, do my pose and then I come off and then everyone was like ‘oh my god Jourdan everyone saw your boob.’   So what did Justin think about the model "revelation"?  He told her, ‘You’ve got nice t*ts because you flashed to me and my dancers, made our day.’ That exchange led to a little awkward flirting.  ‘So then after the show we was chilling with Justin and he was kind of flirting with me and I kind of felt a bit awkward because he’s this little boy. He was 18 but I’m old enough to be his older sister, it’s kind of a bit weird. I laughed after it because he was 18 at the time and I was like ‘why not, flirt with the models, do your thing.’ And we all know from the amount of trouble he continuously gets into....Justin Bieber is indeed doing his thing. Photos via Galore/Spiller/WENN.com

Lance Gross Dishes On His Own Temptations...And The Criticism Around His Co-Star's Acting SKills Posted: 30 Mar 2013 05:05 AM PDT Lance Gross has been making his rounds promoting his new film in theaters this weekend, Temptation.  And he told Huff Post Black Voices about the criticism surrounding one of his co-star's acting skills (or lack thereof), and whether he's had his own "Temptation" style drama with any of his past girlfriends.... One of our fave hotties let the world know just how well he treats his women (damn, what happened Eva Marcille?) and why he feels like people need to fall back on slamming his co-stars.  Here's what he had to say: Last year upon the announcement of the film’s cast, there was a ton of criticism surrounding Kim Kardashian’s role. What were your thoughts on the situation? I’ve been working with Tyler since 2007 and he has a great business mind. He knows what he’s doing and he knows what he wants for his films. So I don’t really question his decisions in casting people. To Kim’s defense, she did a great job. The role that he gave her was well thought out. It was something that he believed she could execute. And I think she brought her “A-game.” I get what all the fuss was about, but at the end of the day you got to give people a chance. And I feel like she really proved herself. Throughout your career you've been viewed as a heartthrob. With that said, have you ever found yourself in a position similar to your character? Man, I’ve never been through a situation like this. I mean, of course as a man you go through that. If you got a dope girl there’s going to be people that want her. But I don’t know, I’ve always kept my “A-game” on point. I just make a point to make sure the woman that I’m with is taken care of. You got to keep it new, so I go out of my way to make them feel special. My thing is, if I’m going to be with you, I’m going to be with you to make you feel like this is the best relationship that you ever had. And that’s what I aim for to make sure none of this happens to me. Since you’ve never experienced any issues in your personal life, was that a challenge in preparing for the role? It was and it wasn’t. Because I have a lot of friends who are married and who have dealt with infidelity, so I pretty much picked their brains and experienced it through them. And for me, personally, everyone has experienced losing someone. Whether it’s a relationship that fell apart or death, everyone knows that feeling. So that’s where I pretty much pulled from for this.   Well isn't that sweet?  Meanwhile, social media is buzzing with people talking about hitting the theaters to see Tyler Perry's newest flick.  It'll be interesting to see the numbers ta the end of the weekend.  Check out the full interview over at Huff Post. Are you going to see Temptation?   Photo: HEINEKEN USA

Meet The Newest Reality Star Who's Stirring Up Controversy: "Real World" Star Marlon Williams Admits To Sex With A Man...But Denies He's Gay OR BiSexual Posted: 30 Mar 2013 04:00 AM PDT Former Texas Tech football player Marlon Williams, who stars on MTV's "Real World: Portland",  opened up about his budding rapper career and his controversial views on sexuality during his promo rounds.  Meet the preacher's kid inside....   Marlon Williams, one of the stars of MTV's "Real World: Portland", opened up about his life and the interesting back story viewers will see unfold on the show this season.  And to answer the question we know you're asking: No, we didn't know "Real World" still came on.  Hence, why the network seems ready to stir up some controversy. But alas, a new season is on deck and a black roommate is front and center.  The former Texas Tech footballer player is the son of a preacher man and spent most of his young life traveling as a military brat.  After failing to go "pro" following a successful football stint in college, he went through a period which led to a few interesting choices, including sex with a man. In interviews with XXL and The Advocate, he talks about sexuality, his budding rap career, and explains his views on religion.  Here are the highlights:   The Advocate: OK, this is awkward. MTV tells us “Marlon has had intercourse with a man before and does identify with being bisexual. But he says that he is more attracted to women and doesn't think he would be with a man again.” We could just take their word for it, but we’d rather you tell us yourself how you identify and why. Marlon Williams: Well, I don't consider myself bisexual, because I'm not sexually attracted to men. I did have sex with a man but my reasoning for it was different. It was in a hectic time of my life filled with fighting a lot of life battles. I was just making a lot of decisions that I would not normally make. At that time in my life the gay community embraced me, and it is one of those things that just happened. I have nothing against people who are bisexual or gay, but that is not my preference. You’re the son of a preacher and were raised with conservative values. Does that cause conflict for you in terms of your sexuality? Well, sex in any form is hard, because the beliefs of my parents say that you are supposed to wait for marriage. The big misconception used in religion is that some sin is worse than others. That isn't true. All sin is equal. Therefore, anything I do that is sinful can be forgiven if I repent and make changes. My belief is that God forgives anybody who believes and wants a new start in life. You were a star football player at Texas Tech and were under a lot of pressure to turn pro. Do you ever resent the way other people put those kind of expectations or dreams on your shoulders? I feel that people having high expectations of me is a good thing. That means they see great things in your character and motivation. I don't agree with the how people treated me when I didn't meet their expectations, though. It's my life, I'm going to live it the way I want. I'm still the same person. It's just sometimes life throws you curveballs and you have to make adjustments. What are you working on now? I’m in the studio a lot. I just performed at SXSW. I’ve opened up for Slim Thug, Z-Ro, Mike Jones, Ying Yang Twins. I’ve been doing it, bro. I’ve got two mixtapes out, you can check them out at www.wavysquad.com. Go get those jams. Actually while we were in Portland recording the show, me and Anastasia, another girl from the show, we did music there. We recorded stuff based on what we were going through out there and our life experiences during “The Real World.” We’re gonna put that out this summer.   "Real World: Portland" airs Wednesday at 10 p.m. ET/PT on MTV.  By the way, MTV aired a vintage "Real World" marathon last weekend starting from season 1 in New york.  It reminded us of how great this show used to be.   Watch Marlon aka Jay Dillinger's "So Sweet" here:  Photos via Ian Spanier

Jen Williams On Deck For New Reality Show? + "T.I. & Tiny" Season 3 Super Trailer Posted: 29 Mar 2013 05:07 PM PDT Jennifer Williams may no longer be a "Basketball Wife."  But she's already in talks for her own reality show.  Deets inside, plus the "T.I. & Tiny" season 3 super trailer....   After parting ways with her frenemy Evelyn Lozada and the "Basketball Wives," Jen Williams has been focusing on her new Lucid lip gloss line.  So she's reportedly been in talks with "Love & Hip Hop" executive producer Mona Scott Young about creating her own reality series.  And we assume it'll be focused on her business ventures...and her boyfriend Cisco. She told VH1 at the "Gossip Game" premiere party this week that she and Mona are indeed in talks to do a new show.  And we're sure VH1 would welcome that with open arms.  As if they turn anything down. Jen also made it known she and Ev are still not friends.  Obvi.     Get More: And in other reality show news, T.I. & Tiny are about to embark on a third season of their VH1 reality show.  And the super trailer just dropped.  Lots of love is in the air for all their kids....from Zonnique to King to Major.  Good luck handling all that.  The new season kicks off April 8th at 10p.

NEW MUSIC: Beyonce's "I Been On REMIX" Ft. Bun B, Z-Ro, Scarface, Willie D, Slim Thug, & Lil Keke Posted: 29 Mar 2013 02:51 PM PDT Texas is in the building.  H-Town and other parts of the Lone Star State rounded up their rappers for a remix to Beyonce's promo track "I Been Down".  Check out Bun B, Scarface and co. inside.... Queen Bey has yet to address this remix herself, but Bun B. went on Houston's 97.9 The Box to make the drop. He premiered the track earlier today with the station, and then quickly uploaded it to his Soundcloud page. The fellas take their turns with the second half of Beyonce's newest bold track--dripped, draped, chopped & screwed style. Bun tweeted: This for Pimp C. Screw. H Town. PA. @beyonce @donke713 @slimthugga @williedlive @brothermob @zromocitydon #IBeenOnRemix Check out the Texas boys Bun B, Scarface, Z-Ro, Willie D, Slim Thug, & Lil Keke below: Bey's gearing up for her summer world tour and a follow up to 4 late this year.  And she posted this cute pic on Instagram this afternoon from her tour rehearsals:

Rihanna Named #1 POP Star By British TV, Fires A Few Shots Posted: 29 Mar 2013 01:48 PM PDT Put ya guns in the air....Rihanna's on a firing spree.  After she was named Britain's #1 Pop star, she gave her own rant to other chicks in the game.  Check it inside... Rihanna celebrated on Instagram today after a British music tv station named her the Most Influential Pop Star.  The UK's 4Music channel based their decision on social media activity, air play and press coverage. Similar to MTV's Hottest MC's List  (like many pissed rappers believe), Britain's list didn't include talent or quality of music.  And while we know Rihanna lives out her life on Instagram with no guards up, releases most tracks off her albums as singles and stays in the press with her fun and sometimes controversial antics, it's understandable why she's deemed #1 by the music channel. Beyonce came in at #2 and Katy Perry (Rih's good friend) landed at #4. But not everybody's happy for the Rude Gal.   Some folks went off when they saw Rihanna's announcement on Instagram....and her words that went with it. Rihanna said she could use a challenge, and asked how it felt to be down there on ya knees.  She clowned about controlling your heauxs and owning this lane.   And in usual Rih Rih form, it was pretty hilar. But a few Beyonce stans and Ciara stans (remember that beef with CiCi?) took to her page to go off commenting: #BEYHIVE BEEN ON BXTCH and Whoa ho ho bad gal rih just learned how to master the three octaves she can sing now we all must get on our knees alright alright im bowing! Lol congrats tho always nice to see success And Rih's fans replied with statements like: Bow down bitchez. Lol! #PourItUp #whosthequeen #phuckyohaterz Rih also said, "It's only March people... #2013isalreadyowned #staytuned #MoneyOvaBitchez." Was this Rih's answer to Bey's "Bow Down"?  Who knows...especially because Beyonce never said the song was only aimed to women in the industry as opposed to her haters in general.  However, Rihanna's statement seemed aimed soley at her peers.  But certainly not ALL her peers since her bestie is in the top 3 as well.  But you decide... Either way, we hope Rih pours some up and celebrates.  Congrats.

FOURTH Year In A ROW! Chicago's Urban Prep Academy Sending 100% Of Its GRADUATES To COLLEGE Posted: 29 Mar 2013 01:01 PM PDT For the fourth year in a row, Chicago's Urban Prep Academy is sending 100% of its graduating class off to college.  Get the deets inside on the school that is setting the example for America.....   Just when you thought the next generation's success was questionable due to their lives being run by Twitter, Instagram, social media and reality tv, at least one specific group is constantly excelling. For the fourth year in a row, Chicago's Urban Prep Charter Academies can proudly announce that all of its graduating seniors have been accepted to four-year universities. This year, Urban Prep, the all male charter school excelling in a city facing the worst crime stats in America, is sending off 167 seniors (from their Englewood and University Village campuses) to institutions of higher education. Mayor Rahm Emanuel spoke about the accomplishment saying, "What this 100 percent proves beyond a doubt is that it need not be the exception but it should be the expectation for every child in the city of Chicago." Urban Prep founder Tim King expressed his excitement saying, "It's really heartwarming. It's really an inspiration. These guys are an inspiration to all of us because they show you what can happen when you really work hard and do the right thing. I feel great. There are no words to describe how powerful and wonderful it is to be a part of Urban Prep."   The country's first all-male charter high school started in 2002 out of a need to cater in an innovative way, to boys in the city.  Approximately 85% of Urban Prep students are low-income and nearly all are African-American.  The school--which operates off a lottery system and open to any Chicago resident 9th graders--has proven once again that succeeding in education is not about how much money or access your family has, it's about an unparalleled focus on students and the best teachers possible.  Watch a clip from the graduation ceremony above.  Congrats to the young men!

MUSIC CHICKS: Dawn Richard Rocks Out At Amoeba LIVE To Promote GoldenHeart + Eve's "Make It Out This Town" Video Posted: 29 Mar 2013 11:32 AM PDT Dawn Richard went Hollywood yesterday as she rocked out with a performance for her fans at Amoeba Live.  Check out pics inside, plus Eve's new "Make It Out This Town" video.   She's busy promoting her new solo album GoldenHeart, so Dawn Richard is traveling around giving her fans intimate performances before its release. Yesterday, the chick full of "armor" made her way to the Amoeba music store in Hollywood for a live performance and autograph signing:   And she also hit the stage to give her fans a performance.  Loving her free spirit and artistry these days.  GoldenHeart is available everywhere now.   In other music news, E-V-E is really trying to make her comeback happen.  In case you forgot, she's set to drop her new album Lip Lock on May 14th.  So she's dropped another video, this time with Cobra Starship's Gabe Saporta, for her track "Make It Out This Town": Check out the Robby Starbuck-directed vid above.   Photos: Lorene Janae Photography

ON THE SET: Keke Palmer, Chilli, T-Boz, Lil' Mama and Evan Ross SHARE PICS From The “Crazy, Sexy Cool: The TLC Story” MOVIE Posted: 29 Mar 2013 10:19 AM PDT The cast and executive producers of  “Crazy, Sexy Cool: The TLC Story" have shared a few flicks from the set. See photos of Keke, Lil' Mama, Chilli, T-Boz and more inside.  And you may just be surprised at how much KeKe now looks like Ms. Chilli.... A few photos from the set of the TLC biopic “Crazy, Sexy Cool: The TLC Story" have emerged and the cast seems to be enjoying the gig.  Keke Palmer posed with Chilli--who's on the set as an Executive Producer and who she'll be portraying in the upcoming flick. Lil' Mama, who's playing the late Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes, posed with Chilli in between takes. And Evan Ross is playing the role of Chilli's baby daddy/producer, Dallas Austin. Keke also posed a pic she shot with Evan during his last day of shooting.   Chilli's is still carrying around those hand bags with her son Tron's face on them. And the real T-Boz was spotted posing for pics in the wardrobe department as she covered up her famous sideburns and looked at the camera with her "left eye."  Ahhh...this outfit is binging back memories of "Waterfalls".... Pics via Instagram

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