The Young, Black, and Fabulous

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• COUPLEDOM: Chris Brown & Karrueche Tran's LOVE ROLLERCOASTER + Have Daniel Gibson & Keyshia Cole REALLY Smoothed Things Over? (VIDEO)
• Ja Rule & Adrienne Bailon Premiere Their New Movie "I'm In Love With A Church Girl"
• STUNT QUEEN: Beyonce GOES FREEFALLING In Australia, Post New Pics With Blue Ivy & Jay Z
• Rihanna's Gorge The RiRi Hearts MAC Holiday Collection PROMO + Nicki Minaj PAYS RESPECT To "Queen Latifah" (SNEAK PEEK)
• Nas OPENS Up About Working with Jay Z & Mariah Carey And Dishes On His HSTRY Clothing Line
• COUPLEDOM: Evan Ross Goes GROCERY SHOPPING With Girlfriend Ashlee Simpson & Her Son Bronx
• BEAUTIFUL MOVE: Kerry Washington Named Brand Ambassador For NEUTROGENA!
• REALITY FAB: Nene Leakes DINES Out In LA + Newbie Brandi Maxiell Speaks On STARRING On "BBW LA" (VIDEO)

COUPLEDOM: Chris Brown & Karrueche Tran's LOVE ROLLERCOASTER + Have Daniel Gibson & Keyshia Cole REALLY Smoothed Things Over? (VIDEO) Posted: 19 Oct 2013 09:31 AM PDT Karrueche Tran and Chris Brown had a "fright-filled" date night at Universal Studios this week.  See their pic inside and watch Daniel Gibson give Keyshia Cole a diamond bracelet for her birthday....but is she feelin' it? Thursday night, Chris Brown and Karrueche Tran shared a "scary" date night at Hollywood Horror Nights at Universal Studios. Karrueche tweeted, “Universal Horror Nights was the best. I might have nightmares tonight.” Over the past few years, we've all been a part of Chris and Karrueche's emotional rollercoaster, but now that the twosome have gotten Rihanna out of their lives, they can hold hands and actually enjoy a different type of thrill-based ride (above).   Cute....  In case you missed it...... Some folks are saying Chris threw a nasty shot at Rihanna in a recently leaked verse he spit on DJ Khaled's "I'm Still" track. Brezzy raps, “Every n---a in the industry done f--ked my b-tch/ And all my ni--as said I told ya." Hmmm......we expect to get a response from Bad Gal RiRi soon. She doesn't usually let stuff like this slide....   In other couples news..... Previously, we shared pics from Keyshia Cole's 32nd birthday party in LA and now we have BTS video of the festivities (which included stops at Philippe restaurant and Supperclub Los Angeles and an appearance by Future). In addition to giving his wife a 10-day vacation (via private jet) to the Bahamas, Daniel Gibson placed a diamond bracelet on Keyshia's wrist at the (1:40) mark.   Surprisingly, she seemed (un)impressed.  It's hard to say if Daniel is still in the doghouse or back in her good graces.  You decide.... Photo via Chris Brown/RCA Twitter

Ja Rule & Adrienne Bailon Premiere Their New Movie "I'm In Love With A Church Girl" Posted: 19 Oct 2013 09:07 AM PDT So....Ja Rule & Adrienne Bailon have a movie out.  And the twosome hit up a premiere or two for it the other night in NYC.  Check out the stars of I'm In Love With A Church Girl inside... While we're pretty shocked this mug actually made it past straight to DVD and into theaters on Friday (we're not pre-judging...we saw the screener), we're not surprised Ja & Adrienne were on full on promo mode for weeks. And recently, they posed it up at their I'm In Love With A Church Girl screening at Regal E-Walk Stadium 13 in NYC.   Adrienne also hit up another premiere the other night in this stunning curve hugging tangerine Michael Costello gown.  Gorgeous look. As for her new movie, she plays a church going girl who brings the rich-off-illegal-activities guy closer to her by introducing him to the church life.  By the way, Adrienne is a "church girl" in real life (technically) as she explained on "The Wendy Show" that both her mother & father had Sunday School teacher & minister positions in the church. Congrats to Adrienne & Ja. Photos: WENN/Adrienne's IG

STUNT QUEEN: Beyonce GOES FREEFALLING In Australia, Post New Pics With Blue Ivy & Jay Z Posted: 19 Oct 2013 08:16 AM PDT Pop icon Beyonce Knowles got a good adrenaline rush in Australia when she posted pics of herself freefallling.  See our fave daredevil inside along with other new photos she's posted on her Tumblr page.... Beyonce has taken The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour to the land down under for a series of dates in Australia this week. While in the AU, she took advantage of some of the country's popular outdoor sports, including freefalling.  Unlike bungee jumping, a freefaller leaps from a high platform with straps tied at the waist.  We wonder if she'll work a stunt like this into her next show.  You know she lives for an "inspiration".... And our other fave pics from her travels: She shared new photos of Blue Ivy too.  Cute! She enjoyed a night out on the town in a cute polka dot jumper with Jay Z, her stylist Ty Hunter and cousin Angie Beyince. And the diva even showed off her sick body in a new bikini pic. Maybe this pic is a reminder to pick up something from her H&M summer collection if there's anything left...      Photos via Beyonce's Tumblr/Instagram

Rihanna's Gorge The RiRi Hearts MAC Holiday Collection PROMO + Nicki Minaj PAYS RESPECT To "Queen Latifah" (SNEAK PEEK) Posted: 19 Oct 2013 06:44 AM PDT Rihanna revealed a new promo pic for her upcoming holiday collection with MAC. See the pic inside and watch a sneak peek of Nicki Minaj on The Queen Latifah show inside...  In preparation for the holiday season, Rihanna posted two promo photos of her upcoming collection with MAC on Instagram.  She told her NAVY,  "MAC GIRLZ!!!!! My @maccosmetics #HOLIDAYCollection is available globally in stores and online December 2013! #RiRiHeartsMAC" and..... "MAC Girlz, you already know you HAVE to be early to get this before its sold out!!! #HolidayCollection #RiRiHeartsMAC #ComingSoon #DECEMBER #2013"   The collection will be available online and in stores in December.     In other music news..... Next Tuesday, Nicki Minaj will appear on The Queen Latifah Show to promote her new collection with Kmart. During their chat, Nicki thanks Latifah for paving the way for her and other female rappers. “You’ve opened so many doors for me and so many other women. And it’s insane because I always reference you when I talk about female rappers who’ve like kinda paved the way in terms of a businesswoman and mogul and just all around entertainer, and to be sitting here doing your show is just a great moment for hip-hop.” Nicki posted a pic of herself on the set with QL on Instagram.   Glad to see her paying respect to those who did it first.....   Photos via Rihanna Instagram/Nicki Instagram

Nas OPENS Up About Working with Jay Z & Mariah Carey And Dishes On His HSTRY Clothing Line Posted: 18 Oct 2013 03:21 PM PDT Hennessy ambassador Nas revealed all to HuffPost to talk about the 20th anniversary of his classic Illmatic disc, his next album and how his HSTRY fashion label will impact the industy.  See the highlights inside... Life Is Good for rapper Nas who celebrated his 40th birthday this year.  He's got the relaunch of MASS APPEAL, a lucrative endorsement deal with Hennessy’s “Wild Rabbit”, apps like FANCY & Proven, a new clothing label HSTRY, and the 20th anniversary of his classic disc Illmatic.  Oh, and he's still fine. Nas chopped it up with the HuffPost to reflect on his year, his future in the industry and what he hopes to accomplish with his next album and clothing line. Here are the highlights:   Next year will mark the 20-year anniversary of the release of "Illmatic." Are there any special plans underway to commemorate the milestone? We’re putting together a concert. And I think we’re going to do something with the album and repackage it with special stuff. I think that’s in the works. One particular track off the (next) album that has piqued fans' interest is, “Sinatra In The Sands,” featuring Justin Timberlake and Jay Z. What was the recording process like? Excitement... Excitement to work and be in the place that we’re all are at, musically. Those are the guys who lasted the test of time, and those guys are at the top of their game. They’re just company to be in. So that’s the whole vibe of that. And of course the title says it all. Lyrically, where are you taking fans on the track? More like from a musician’s stand point, someone who’ve been around. Because Sinatra has been around and he has a long, long standing with the stage and the audience for years. And he evolved. His talent got better just like wine. And I think that’s something a lot of people want to achieve. So that’s what this song is really about. Striving to be the best you, like Sinatra had become. In recent weeks you’ve been photographed in the studio with Mariah Carey and Jermaine Dupri. Will the collaboration appear on your album? That’s on her album, and it’s a banger! [Yassssss!] I was excited to get back in the studio with her. She’s one of the greatest voices of our generation. She’s on another level. Just working with an artist that big really shows me how much further I can go. I’ve been inspired just sitting there talking to her. She’s very smart and extremely talented. And I’m just happy to work with her again. Aside from the Hennessy campaign and music, you’ve also launched your new clothing line, HSTRY. How much input do you have in each design? Total input on everything. From picking out fabric to the designs. It’s a collaborative effort between me and Grungy Gentleman. So what you’ve been seeing from HSTRY is not 100 percent HSTRY. It’s half HSTRY, half Grungy Gentleman. That was the way we launched it on that level. But the Spring collection is the next thing. We’re going to have some cool pieces this Winter. But next Spring is where my head is at, which will be 100 percent HSTRY. Where do you envision your style in the fashion industry? Just a great look, comfort, and quality. My thing spans from my 90s wear, where it’s all military, it’s all fatigue-style stuff, but just make it higher end and current. And also, the athletic styles of that time. Without revealing all my secrets, I have a wide range of ideas for HSTRY. It’s just unstoppable with all the directions I have for this thing. I’m excited to get that off the ground, and we’re just starting. It looks like 2014 is going to be another big year for me.   Check out the entire interview here. Loves him.     Photo via Nas' Instagram

COUPLEDOM: Evan Ross Goes GROCERY SHOPPING With Girlfriend Ashlee Simpson & Her Son Bronx Posted: 18 Oct 2013 01:46 PM PDT Things must be getting serious.  Actor Evan Ross was spotted shopping for household items with his girlfriend Ashlee Simpson and her son Bronx. See their pics inside.... Evan Ross and Ashlee Simpson were spotted on a run to Target recently, proving that the rich and famous enjoy a good bargain on their toiletries and snacks just like the rest of us. They stocked up on Lunchables, Kool-Aid, and cheap Maruchan instant ramen lunches. And it seems Evan is getting comfy playing possible future stepdaddy.  Ashlee's 4-year of son Bronx (with ex-husband Pete Wetnz) joined the couple on their trip.   Though we've been hearing unconfirmed rumblings Evan's mom, legendary diva Diana Ross, wasn't happy about him dating Ashlee, we didn't detect any animosity when Ashlee posed it up with Evan and his mom on this week's red carpet for the VH1's TLC biopic Crazy Sexy Cool.   Evan stars in the film as producer Dallas Austin, the father of Chilli's son Trey.   Cute couple activities...   Photos via PCN

BEAUTIFUL MOVE: Kerry Washington Named Brand Ambassador For NEUTROGENA! Posted: 18 Oct 2013 12:04 PM PDT It's about time Kerry Washington started putting all that beauty to more use than just the big & small screen.  So she's nabbed a brand new role at Neutrogena created just for her--Creative Consultant Brand Ambassador!   Deets inside.... Neutrogena -- who claims the #1 dermatologist recommended skincare brand spot -- is bulking up their celebrity roster as it just announced its newest addition: Emmy-nominated actress Kerry Washington! And, for the first time ever, NEUTROGENA® has officially decided to make a Brand Ambassador’s role go beyond the traditional duties. Kerry will act as a creative consultant to the Brand, sharing her valuable insights with marketing, R&D and retail teams. The inspirational "Scandal" chick said about her new role: “The more I learned about the company’s values, guiding principles, and commitment to quality, the more I realized that Neutrogena is so much more than your average beauty company. I knew I wanted to be a part of a company that is helping to make a difference in people’s lives. As a creative consultant, I will be able to have a real voice inside this amazing company, which is a tremendously exciting endeavor." And whatever products an Award winning, polished, talented & super bright YBF chick uses to maintain her fabulosity....you best believe plenty others are going to do the same. Kerry's joining the rank of Neutrogena beauty icons Jennifer Garner, Julie Bowen, Gabrielle Union, Hayden Panettiere, Emma Roberts, Diane Lane and more.  Loves it. Congrats Kerry!   Photo: Wireimage via Neutrogena

REALITY FAB: Nene Leakes DINES Out In LA + Newbie Brandi Maxiell Speaks On STARRING On "BBW LA" (VIDEO) Posted: 18 Oct 2013 11:24 AM PDT While we anxiously wait for the debut of "RHOA", NeNe's been spotted out and about amdist news leaking out that she has major beef with former bestie Marlo Hampton...and the cops are allegedly involved!   Check out NeNe inside and meet NBA wife Brandi Maxiell, the latest addition to the cast of "BBW LA".   "Very Rich" actress/reality star NeNe Leakes was seen dining at Mr. Chow in Beverly Hills, CA last night (above) while she's in town filming the last season of "Glee."  While Ms. Leakes handles her duties as Coach Roz, news out of Atlanta suggests that we can expect the upcoming season of "RHOA" to involve a huge argument with Marlo Hampton. BRAVO may have all of the "RHOA" stars signed to airtight confidentiality agreements, but that didn't stop NeNe from tweeting...   In case you missed it, numerous sources reports that NeNe and her bridesmaid Marlo were involved in some sort of physical altercation that included a call to Atlanta police.  We won't know what happened for sure until the show debuts on November 3rd, but it looks like NeNe is no longer "Team Marlo". How bad is it? Folks at ground zero (aka Atlanta) said things came to a boil during "Bailey Bowl", a recent event that will figure into the "RHOA" storyline this season.  Each lady had her own competitive team and Marlo was a part of Team Twirl (Kenya Moore's team) while Team Rich (NeNe's team) featured each "I Dream Of NeNe" bridesmaid except...Marlo.  Ouch. This is one war of words we can't wait to see. NeNe's fans can check her out on tonight's episode of "Hello Ross" on E!     In other reality show news.... A few weeks ago, we caught Brandi Maxiell hanging out with Jackie Christie (anove) and other pics with her bestie Malaysia Pargo and Draya Michelle for the upcoming season of "BBW LA".  Now, she's confirmed her casting to Hip Hollywood and shared a few behind the scenes details.   During her red carpet interview, Brandi hinted at a season full of drama saying "It's been crazy...it's been different".  She added that Malaysia helped her transition into her new role and that she avoided getting into any physical fights because "I'm married....I'm a wife".      Brandi is the wife of Orlando Magic player Jason Maxiell and you'll recall that we shared pics from their wedding a few years ago. "BBW LA" viewers should expect to see Brandi share her inspirational love story this season as Jason famously stood by her side while she battled Ovarian cancer and even shaved his head bald in solidarity when she went through chemo. Brandy will join Sundy Carter as a new cast member.   Watch her confirmation here:   Photos via Brandi Maxiell Instagram

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