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• REPORT: NBA Baller Baron Davis Allegedly ENGAGED To Former Agent Isabella Brewster!
• EXCLUSIVE: Lamar Odom's Former Teammate Matt Barnes -- "I Never Saw Any Drug Abuse"
• EXPECTING! Thandie Newton Is Pregnant With Her THIRD Child At 40!
• What Is Going On Son?! DMX Runs Laps Butt Naked In Hotel....And It's Caught On Video [UPDATED]
• Beyonce Breaks Out A Longer Bob For Press Conference + Stadium Tour Stop In Brazil, Talks Touring With Blue Ivy
• Emily B., Jennifer Williams, Tami Roman, Elise Neal, Elle Varner & More Work It Out For The Samantha Black Fashion Show
• THE CHAMP IS HERE! Serena Williams WINS 5th U.S. Open Singles Title!
• "Boardwalk Empire" Star Michael K. Williams -- "There's Nothing Wrong With A FAT Ass!"
• NYFW WEEKEND ROUNDUP: Nicki Minaj, Vivica Fox, Kenya Moore, Angela Simmons & More
• Jennifer Hudson Rocks MANHATTAN MAG, Says She's NEVER Touched Alcohol Or Drugs + Eminem Makes "Unexcited" ESPN Appearance
• Idris Elba & Naomie Harris GET FAB For TIFF's Burberry Premiere Of "Long Walk To Freedom" + LaLa & Carmelo Anthony Coupled Up At TIFF
• OH: Tyra Banks Transforms Into Her 3 Fave White Supermodels & Other Icons For "15" PhotoShoot

REPORT: NBA Baller Baron Davis Allegedly ENGAGED To Former Agent Isabella Brewster! Posted: 09 Sep 2013 08:34 AM PDT NBA baller and current free agent Baron Davis reportedly is about to get married. And his bride to be is reportedly his former agent, Isabella Brewster.   Deets inside... Baron Davis, who recently played for the NY Knicks, is about to be a married man according to Us Weekly. He's been dating his former agent Isabella Brewster for a little while now, and she apparently announced the engaged on her Facebook page on August 22nd (which we cannot verify as her public profile does not show everything). Isabella doesn't have any pics with Baron on her Twitter or IG, but she has RT'd him a few times. Neither have given an official public confirmation about an engagement.   P.S.  Isabella, who is Brazilian-American, is the sister of actress Jordana Brewster of the Fast & The Furious series.   Photos: Isabella's IG, Baron's Twitter

EXCLUSIVE: Lamar Odom's Former Teammate Matt Barnes -- "I Never Saw Any Drug Abuse" Posted: 09 Sep 2013 06:43 AM PDT Matt Barnes is Lamar Odom's good friend and former teammate.  And he says he never saw the alleged drug abuse Lamar has been accused of for weeks now. At this weekend's Hollywood premiere party of "Boardwalk Empire", Matt Barnes had some kind words for his embroiled former teammate Lamar Odom.  And he hinted that this whole crack cocaine abuse fiasco could just be blown out of proportion. “Obviously, things in L.A. get a little blown out of proportion," Matt tells TheYBF.com.  "I know Lamar well and I just want to wish him the best. Not only in his basketball career but in his personal [life]. He knows we’re here for him and he should be fine.” And as for whether he saw any drug abuse by Lamar after playing on two NBA teams (Lakers & Clippers) with him, “No. I’ve been around him this whole time, never saw it.” Interesting...... By the way, we congratulated the newlywed on his latest nuptials with former "Basketball Wives: LA" star Gloria Govan and asked what does it take to work on a relationship the second time around (the two broke up right before getting married)? He dished this little nugget of advice: “Just make sure you find the woman you love or man you love. Make sure it's special. It's hard today to try and hold a successful relationship down and there needs to be a lot of communication. Outside of everything else going on you have to keep your relationship up top first.” Good advice, Mr. Barnes.   Photo: Getty

EXPECTING! Thandie Newton Is Pregnant With Her THIRD Child At 40! Posted: 09 Sep 2013 06:18 AM PDT Actress Thandie Newton is expecting her third child with husband Ol Parker. But, of course, she's barely showing.  Get the details on the couple's announcement inside..... US Weekly is reporting that Good Deeds actress Thandie Newton is expecting her third child with husband Ol Parker. Thandie's manager confirmed the news.  This weekend, the couple stepped out at the Toronto International Film Festival (atop) to promote Thandie's new film, Half of a Yellow Sun. The spokesperson said, "She couldn't be more happy. You can barely tell she has a bump and she's been dressing different because of it." The 40-year-old gorgeous British film star has been married to her husband for 15 years and already have two daughters: Ripley, 12, and Nico, 8. They're going to have a full house on their hands.  And chick will likely snap back after the baby easy as pie.  Congrats! Photo via Jerod Harris/Getty Images North America

What Is Going On Son?! DMX Runs Laps Butt Naked In Hotel....And It's Caught On Video [UPDATED] Posted: 09 Sep 2013 05:45 AM PDT DMX is wilin' out again y'all.  His latest foolery involves running around a Detroit hotel butt ass naked...because he felt like it.  Check the caught-on-video foolishness inside... Either X is bored or he has some issues to work out.  We're gonna go with both.  But over the weekend, the rapper was spotted doing something incredibly stupid.  Nope, he didn't get arrested for the 200th time (even though what he did was quite illegal).  He decided to drop his shorts after passing up a hotel worker who was picking up room service in front of a door, and run laps around his hotel floor totally naked....penis flying and all. Of course, security camera footage was leaked out.  So, everyone can point and laugh at the censored foolery.   According to TMZ: We reached out to X ... who said he just "felt like" doing a nudie run that day ... adding, "Imnotashamedofanythingigot" (read: "I'm not ashamed of anything I got.").   We just really can't.  Iyanla didn't fix this man's life.  Who will?   [UPDATE] DMX's publicist Domenik Nati sent over the following statement about what supposedly prompted X's behavior: "DMX was [at] a Detroit hotel with his DJ (DJ NonStop) and his road manager (Montana) before his performance with Eve and Lil Kim on August 31st. X and the team were killing time at the hotel before the concert and dared each other to streak in the hallway. No one was aware that security cameras were rolling and it was just a playful dare between friends."

Beyonce Breaks Out A Longer Bob For Press Conference + Stadium Tour Stop In Brazil, Talks Touring With Blue Ivy Posted: 08 Sep 2013 08:40 PM PDT Beyonce Knowles ended her week long birthday yacht trip around Spain & Italy to take over Brazil tonight.  And she rocked out a packed to capacity stadium.  Check out her new hair, her press conference dish about bringing Blue Ivy on the Mrs. Carter tour and pics of her chillin' with a select group of kiddies inside.... A gorgeously bronzed Beyonce put in a longer weave for Round III of the Mrs. Carter tour. And looked cute in a Criminal Damages "Della Black" tee ($45) at her pre-show press conference in Fortaleza, Brazil tonight. When asked by media how she balances her career with now being a mom (which she did answer) and why she named her tour the Mrs. Carter Show (which she didn't answer), the "1+1" singer responded: It's really interesting because I'm touring with my daughter for the first time. My dream has always been to balance my life and career. I think it's the one thing that women struggle with because it's so difficult having a career and being a mother. But when I'm able to travel to places like Brazil, it makes me so proud that she's able to experience these different cultures and meet all these interesting people and eat amazing food at such a young age. It makes me really proud of my job. Bey said performing in places like Brazil isn't work, but more like vacation.  Here's the full press conference below.   And after the press conference, Beyoncé invited 10 children from CUFA - Central Unica das favelas - for a meet and greet backstage: Sweet!   More pics from the press conference, backstage and on stage below:      Mrs. Carter rolls to Mineirão Stadium in Belo Horizonte, Brazil on Wednesday.   Photos: Beyonce's Tumblr, Beyonce_Lite's Twitter

Emily B., Jennifer Williams, Tami Roman, Elise Neal, Elle Varner & More Work It Out For The Samantha Black Fashion Show Posted: 08 Sep 2013 06:35 PM PDT Samantha "Sammy B" Black just made her New York Fashion Week debut since appearing on Lifetime's "Project Runway."  And she had lots of folks from the YBF crowd out to support.   We've got the inside pics from the show....  Styled by Emily B (yeah, for real), Lifetime's "Project Runway" finalist Samantha Black showed her Spring/ Summer 2014 collection entitled “DOUBLE-SIDED” at New York Fashion Week this weekend.  Former "Basketball Wives" stars Jennifer Williams and Meeka Claxton were there to support, current "BBW" star Tami Roman and actress Elise Neal.     Elle Varner made a colorful appearance and was there to rock the runway with a performance before the show started. Elle's new bestie Bridget Kelly was there flaunting her cakes in this hooded body con dress. And she can thank her stylist, Kim V., for the fashion choice.   Meeka brought her kids along for the show. And Emily B. was there to help style the show.  Guess she's serious about getting validation in this fashion world. Luke James and Bridget Kelly posed it up with friends and models.   Jennifer Williams posed with Samantha herself before walking in the show. Chick's got legs for days.   Amanda Seales was there getting silly for the cameras. Arian from "LAHH ATL" made an appearance and sat with Luke James. LaLa Anthony's bestie Po Johnson was there showing off her grey hair. And former "Belles" co-stars Elise Neal and Tami Roman chilled out together at the show.  At least Tami looks relaxed these days.  Maybe because she's not trying to fight every 5 seconds this season of "BBW".   Photog Credit: Rodney Gibson

THE CHAMP IS HERE! Serena Williams WINS 5th U.S. Open Singles Title! Posted: 08 Sep 2013 04:31 PM PDT SHE won!  Serena Williams just pulled off an amazing victory winning the 2013 U.S. Open Singles.  Check out the champ inside... Superstar athelete Serena Williams just copped that U.S. Open Women's Championship crown for the 5th time of her career.  And it's her 17th career Grand Slam Title. The 31-year-old faced off against Belarusian Victoria Azarenka tonight at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York.  And the nail biter came down to the wire. After winning at championship point #2 after Azarenka hit the ball out, Serena danced around the court to Rihanna's "Only Girl In The World."  And that's why we love her. She was presented $2.6 mill in prize money for her title and an additional associated $1 million. Congrats Serena!   Photos: Reuters, Getty

"Boardwalk Empire" Star Michael K. Williams -- "There's Nothing Wrong With A FAT Ass!" Posted: 08 Sep 2013 04:28 PM PDT A little something for you "Boardwalk Empire" fans!  TheYBF.com was on the scene at Diddy's big "Boardwalk Empire" premiere party in Hollywood this weekend.  And we've caught up with the show's star Michael K. Williams.  And he dished on what to expect from his character this season and what he loves about a woman.... At the Carondelet House this weekend, HBO star Michael K. Williams stopped by and told us what we can expect to see from his character, Chalky, this season on Boardwalk Empire. “You’re going to see Chalky go through some changes this year. He’s usually focused, on point. Always on top of his game. This year he gets sloppy. His dream comes true, he gets the club, but the pressure of the business and everything, he doesn’t handle it too well. He gets side tracked by a beautiful woman that causes him to make some bad choices. Always...” And he even shared with us his thoughts on whether women look better now or back in the 20s (era where the show is based). “I think women look good in every era. What I find beautiful is usually not what’s on the outside... But a phat ass does help. A phat ass is always a bonus!" Can't even be mad at this man for that answer.  His days of "The Wire" never seem too far in the past. In other news, MK is making sure he keeps that work flowing.  He has signed on as supporting cast of the new Robocop reboot with Samuel L. Jackson, set to hit theaters next year. He revealed to us after posing it up with Diddy, Russell Simmons and co-stars Erik LaRay Harvey & Margot Bingham: “The reboot is really awesome. Great cast again. It’s the same story but with a different twist. It’s dealing with something that’s going on right now. Which is the topic about drones so we touch on that. But its the exact same story with a different tone to make it current.” Both tonight's premiere and his new Robocop reboot should be must-watch material.  Congrats Michael!   The Randomness: 1.  Bruno Mars confirmed for 2014 Super Bowl!  STORY   Photos: Getty, L.A. Correspondent: Lauren Smith

NYFW WEEKEND ROUNDUP: Nicki Minaj, Vivica Fox, Kenya Moore, Angela Simmons & More Posted: 08 Sep 2013 03:25 PM PDT Nicki Minaj and her ASSets along with Kenya Moore, Angela Simmons, Vivica Fox and more all made their way to New York Fashion Week this weekend.  Get the roundup of the YBFers kickin' it front row and beyond inside... Nicki brought her whole-lotta-ass to the Herve Leger show at Lincoln Center over the weekend.  Before she rocked out the Alexander Wang afterparty, she rocked a skin tight look from the designer and a short blonde wig for this show:   The rapstress hit the front row with SB:   And spotted on her way to the shows: Vivica Fox was spotted leaving her hotel and headed to Lincoln Center with a head full of red curls. Kenya Moore rocked a green perforated dress and her nude Louboutins as she walked the promenade at Lincoln Center.     And she linked up with former "RHOA" co-star  Marlo Hampton. And Marlo was, as usual, all about the fashions. June Ambrose threw on her plaid and brought her daughter Summer to a few shows: They posed it up with actress Toni Trucks at the Son Jung Wan Fashion Show. She kicked it with her good friend Jay Manuel at the Strut: The Fashionable Mom Show. And the celeb stylist brought her son Chance along. Angela Simmons looked cute at the Charlotte Ronson presentation.      Alicia Keys made her presence known at Lincoln Center.   So did Rashida Jones.   Russell Westbrook sat front row at Rag & Bone next to Anna Wintour.  Can only imagine what comment she had for his fashion choice.  But for the show, Russell wore Rag and Bone shirt and pants with a Dries Van Noten vest.   Jessica White and the Chandlers were spotted walking from show to show.   And Jourdan Dunn played kissy with her model bestie Karlie Kloss outside the Jason Wu show.   Photos: Splash, Getty

Jennifer Hudson Rocks MANHATTAN MAG, Says She's NEVER Touched Alcohol Or Drugs + Eminem Makes "Unexcited" ESPN Appearance Posted: 08 Sep 2013 12:44 PM PDT Jennifer Hudson is rocking the cover and pages of the new issue of Manhattan Magazine.  Check out her hot pics inside, plus Eminem acting...himself...on ESPN Game Day while promoting his upcoming album... Jennifer Hudson wants you to know she's a good girl.  Like, a really good girl.  In the new issue of Manhattan Magazine that she's covering in sexy glam fall looks, she revealed that she's never even touched alcohol or drugs.  Not even a sip-o-wine though?  Damn.  But that's a good look on the drug things.  We don't want that. Rocking trench coats and form fitting dresses, the sophisticated mom of one is still gearing up for her wedding to David Otunga and also 2 big movies. On playing a heroin addict in The Inevitable Defeat Of Mister & Pete: ‘It terrified me to play that part because I had no reference point,’ she told Manhattan magazine. I’m 31 and I’ve never, ever, ever had a drink or done a drug in my entire life. I stick with Diet Coke and Crystal Light and water.’  On playing Winnie Mandela in her upcoming film of the same name: ‘It was intimidating to play Winnie after seeing how much she means to the people there,. To some she’s an angel and to some she’s Satan, but either way, woo! The strength that woman possesses is amazing. We put so much into the story, and it took a lot out of us.’   As for someone who can't make the same statement about drugs and alcohol:   Rapper Eminem made a rare appearance on live tv.  He hit up ESPN College Football Primetime on Saturday and chatted up the commentators.  He also was there to premiere a sneak peek of his upcoming video for Berzerk. Some folks thought he was acting a bit odd, but we think he was just being Em.  And if he's trying to promote "Berzerk", this is the way to do it. Check out Detroit Lions stan Em saying how he's excited about NOTHING with his upcoming Marshall Mathers LP 2 album and why he loves this particular commentator.   Photos: Gomillion & Leupold

Idris Elba & Naomie Harris GET FAB For TIFF's Burberry Premiere Of "Long Walk To Freedom" + LaLa & Carmelo Anthony Coupled Up At TIFF Posted: 08 Sep 2013 11:52 AM PDT Idris Elba and Naomie Harris are putting on their best Hollywood faces for their big Toronto International Film Fest (TIFF) premiere of their brand new movie Long Walk To Freedom.   Check out the two Brits promoting their new story of Nelson and Winnie Mandela, plus the Anthonys hitting up a party....   Naomie Harris was absolutely stunning at last night's TIFF premiere of The Weinstein Company's Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom, hosted by Burberry.  The fab chick rocked a gorge Marchesa Resort 2014 black lace gown complete with a full tulle skirt and sparkling silver pumps.  Loving the sleek bun and red lip to accompany the look. Naomie and co-star Idris Elba hugged it out inside the premiere.  And at today's portrait session, the actress was fab yet again in a navy & scarlet satin Burberry Prorsum pencil skirt and Louboutin booties:   Loves it.  And only Idris could make such a casual t-shirt and shorts look damn good at an event like this. The flick hits theaters November 29th.   And LaLa Anthony and her husband Carmelo were on hand last night at TIFF at Spice Route for a few parties: La, who's promoting her new movie with Hill Harper called 1982, rocked a two piece blue printed skirt & cropped top with metallic pumps.  Nice.     Photos: Getty

OH: Tyra Banks Transforms Into Her 3 Fave White Supermodels & Other Icons For "15" PhotoShoot Posted: 08 Sep 2013 09:28 AM PDT Tyra Banks is taking her modeling skills to a whole different level...and color.  The "Top Model" head honcho just showed off a sneak peek of a recent photoshoot, done by Uda Spreitzenbarth she did to salute her idol and a few faves.   Watch Tyra transform into Cindy Crawford and more inside... Yep.  That's Tyra Banks you're looking at....sprawled out in an iconic pose she portrayed of her fave supermodel Cindy Crawford.  She posted the pic as part of a recent "Fashion Week Salute" project she did called "15", named for the number of iconic women Tyra portrayed. "It was amazing to be physically transformed into my idol, @CindyCrawford... #Fierce mole, hair & all! #NYFW #Tyra15" Interesting to say the least.  She kinda pulled it off.  And then we saw her Kate Moss tribute: Which looked simultaneously scary as hell & kinda spot on.  Tyra tweeted, "Hid my booty & boobies like a pro, for a pro - all to look & pose just like #SuperModel Kate Moss! #NYFW #Tyra15". And her third salute was to youngin Cara Delevingne.  She said, "4 hours of hair & makeup later, I've become übermodel @Caradelevingne! Fierce & love to #LA & #London. #NYFW #Tyra15". About the 15 project, which will be unveiled Monday September 9th at a VIP reception at Jack Studios in Manhattan:   Well...your thoughts?   Photos: Tyra's Twitter

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