Saturday, November 23, 2013

The Young, Black, and Fabulous

The Young, Black, and Fabulous


SPOTTED: Rihanna's Flirty Fun With Bestie Melissa COURTSIDE At The Lakers Game...And What Baller Nick Young Said About It

Posted: 23 Nov 2013 09:18 AM PST

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This chick knows how to have fun in her downtime.  Now that her Diamonds World Tour is over and her "Styled To Rock" show is in the middle of its season on BRAVO, Rihanna is spending her days chillin' out with her bestie Melissa Forde.

 

Pics of the two yacking it up and getting flirty courtside at last night's Lakers game....

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Rocking an AC/DC shirt, a deep nude lippie and a camo bucket hat, Rihanna looked straight out the 90's courtside at the Staples Center with her flannel rocking bestie.  The two were there to cheer on the Lakers as they beat out the Golden State Warriors 102-95.

The "What Now" singer, who hit the game with her agent Ari Emmanuel and his son, was spotted blowing bubble gum bubbles and playfully smooching Melissa. 

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And, of course, she caught the attention of one of the Laker ballers--Iggy Azalea's new boo Nick Young.  And he didn't hold back in his post-game interview about how lucky he felt to have her say his name.  When asked if he put on an extra show for Rihanna since she was sitting courtside, Nick said:

"Yeah, I saw her over there saying "Swaggy P!" She called my name, she called my name!  I'm just having a good day today, you know?" 

What will Iggy say?  Peep the 2:20 mark below:

 

Photos: Splash/AP

PARENTALS: Kanye West & Kim Give A Peek At Baby Nori's Face In NYC + Wiz Khalifa & Amber Rose's Night Out

Posted: 23 Nov 2013 08:25 AM PST

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It was a night out for celeb parents on Friday.  In NYC, Kanye West took his fiancee' Kim K. and their baby girl Nori to a weekend dinner with Grandma Kris and Q-Tip.  And over in L.A., Amber Rose showed off her post baby body progress while partying with fiancee' Wiz Khalifa...

 

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The night before Kanye West kicks off his 4-night stint at Madison Square Garden, he took his baby mama and baby girl to dinner in NYC.  And they brought baby Nori along for the onslaught of flashing lights they called in love:

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Q-Tip joined the couple for dinner as Tribe Called Quest has been opening the New York shows.

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And on their way back to Kanye's apartment in SoHo, doting daddy 'Ye gave folks a little peek at his baby girl.  Still a cutie.

 

Over in L.A., Kanye's ex Amber Rose and her fiancee Wiz Khalifa had a night out without baby Sebastian at Blok nightclub: 

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Amber showed off her post baby body progress and is looking good.  But this conglomeration of an outfit though...

And is Wiz wearing leggings?

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Gotta love these two though.  They make sure to still have fun as a couple.

And if you're in the mood for an explosion of your ovaries, this ridiculously adorable video of baby Sebastian coo'ing away for the camera.  He was 5 months old, but Amber just recently posted it:

 

Photos: Fame/PCN/Splash/Amber's IG

Bride-To-Be Ciara Unleashes Her BANGIN' BODY For GQ Magazine

Posted: 23 Nov 2013 07:27 AM PST

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Fresh off shooting a "special project" for W Magazine a couple days ago, Ciara just unleashed her bangin' body (party) for GQ magazine.  Check out the sexy pics inside that'll make you want to devote your entire Saturday to the gym....

"Overdose" singer Ciara gave us an overdose of sexiness for her new GQ spread.  And before the super flat tummy makes you rule out the looming possibility of her being currently pregnant with her fiance Future's baby, note that magazine shoots are typical done 3-4 months prior to release.

Check out the pics, shot by her frenemy Rihanna's photogs Gomillion & Leupold:

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CiCi chopped it up with GQ while giving underboob and major leg.  Check out her interview about her new music, dance suggestions for guys and more below:

GQ: This year's been great for you. Your new album, Ciara, was a hit and "Body Party" went Gold—it's one of my favorite tracks this year.
Ciara: It's one of those songs that happened fast, because it has such a sweet vibe. I can't even lie, when we were mixing it, I was listening to it over and over like a fan. I don't like using obvious samples, but it felt right—I couldn't ignore the track the way [producer] Mike Will flipped the sample of "My boo." It's one of those songs a girl can sing to her man and where guys don't have to feel too cool to slow dance with your girl.

GQ: And you've just released your new single, "Overdose."
Ciara: The song's got a throwback '80s vibe with a modern twist; I think that's unexpected. It's more a product of my experimentation—it has a vintage-y feel, but I feel like everyone can love it. And what's better than to dance to the feeling of love? The song's about embodying that energy.

GQ: Speaking of dancing, you're one of the best. How would you advise the GQ guy?
Ciara: Go with the flow; don't overthink it. If you're a head-nod kind of guy, nod your head. If you're a guy who likes to coast out and rock or sway, just do that. Whatever you do, don't get out there and try do something you haven't practiced. Do what shows your style and vibe—let me catch that without you trying to show me anything. I'm kind of okay to just chill. Keep it simple and let the girl guide you a little bit. If you can do that, I think you'll be all right.

GQ: One more GQ-centric question: What are your style dos and don'ts for guys?
Ciara: I love when people have their own creative vision, when a person stands out and tries different things. I also think less is more. A T-shirt and some Balmain jeans or even just simple jeans can still look nice—it can be powerful, too. There's nothing better than when a man is in tune with who he is. I believe a person's style is an expression of who you are—way more than dancing. And confidence is everything. Confidence is what makes that simple white tee and jeans look good.

 

Lookin' hot CiCi!

 

Photos: Gomillion & Leupold

 

 

Nelly & Tae Heckard, Kevin Hart & Eniko, Keyshia Cole, Karrueche, Draya & More Hit Philippe Beverly Hills Re-Opening

Posted: 23 Nov 2013 07:00 AM PST

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Now that celeb hotspot Philippe in Beverly Hills is re-opening, the Wilshire Blvd. restaurant had a soft opening party recently with a few of your faves in attendance.  And Nelly even brought his girlfriend he still refuses to claim, Tae Heckard, out for the fun.

 

Pics inside...

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Nelly & Tae were spotted hugged up at Philippe's soft launch the other night with another cute couple, Kevin Hart and his model chick EnikoKeyshia Cole came out with her manager Manny Halley, who she recently reunited with, and Duane Martin flew solo without Tisha Campbell.

The large group partied in one of the restaurant’s private dining rooms, where they chowed down on yummies like Chef Philippe’s signature dishes including the chicken satay and salt & pepper prawns. 

Looks like the dress code ranged from suits to sweatshirts....interesting.

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Rapper The Game came out to support the L.A. hotspot.

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Mel B. and her hubby Stephen posed it up with Chef Phillipe Chow.

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Karrueche Tran was enjoying a girl’s night out sans Chris Brown and looked happy as she dined privately on the back patio with her girls Draya Michele and Zena Foster.

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Former "BBW: LA" star Laura Govan was there too.

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And Eddie George popped up chillin' with Bobby Brown.  Interesting crowd, but some yummy food to boot. 

 

 

Photo Credit: Arnold Turner/@MurdockGroup's Twitter

DO WE LOVE IT?! Beyonce's "God Made You Beautiful" [FULL SONG] (Plus Hov & Bey Celebrating In NYC)

Posted: 23 Nov 2013 06:33 AM PST

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You've heard the snippet.  Now check out the full version of Beyonce's ode to Blue Ivy Carter, "God Made You Beautiful", inside...

Before you hear it on her Life Is But A Dream documentary DVD (out November 25th), you can check out the original track Beyonce included that sings the praises of her almost 2-year-old baby girl Blue.

In other big news for the Queen Bey, her Mrs. Carter Show World Tour -- which kicks off its new North American leg November 30th -- has grossed a whopping $104 mill so far!

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She and Jay were spotted out celebrating last night at Negroclaro lounge in NYC (above).

So, about "God Made You Beautiful":

 

DO WE LOVE IT?!

 

 

Photos: Bey's Tumblr/@BeyonceLite's Twitter

Nicki Minaj Launches "Pink Pro" Headphones + The "Haunted House 2" TRAILER + Keyshia Cole RELEASES Mixtape In December

Posted: 22 Nov 2013 03:47 PM PST

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In celebration of Pink Friday, Nicki Minaj has launched her own line of headphones for Beats By Dr. Dre.  See the product inside and watch the new A Haunted House 2 trailer and get the deets on Keyshia Cole's new mixtape.   

 

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Nicki Minaj has launched her new Beats Br Dre "Pink Pro" headphones. The headphones follow-up her successful Pink Pill speakers and urBeats in-ear buds.  Nicki tweeted about speakers on Instagram, "The Nicki Minaj beatsbydre collection is now complete. Pink Pill Speakers, Pink Earbuds, Pink & White Pros #HappyPinkFriday"

Can you believe it's been three years since the release of Pink Friday?  I mean, we can.

 

At the movies.....

Marlon Wayans is on his way back to the silver screen in A HAUNTED HOUSE 2. Directed by Michel Tiddes and produced by Rick Alvarez & Marlon Wayans, the sequel finds Marlon starting fresh with his new girlfriend and her two children in a new home plagued by bizarre (satirical) paranormal events.

The cast includes Gabriel Iglesias, Jaime Pressly, Ashley Rickards, Essence Atkins, Affion Crockett and Dave Sheridan.

A HAUNTED HOUSE 2 Hits Theaters March 28th 2014!  The first one was quite funny, so we'll be watching...

 

In new music.....

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Keyshia Cole has been working very hard in the studio for the past few months and is set to drop a new (still untitled) mixtape in December. The announcement was made by her manager, Manny Halley, whom she recently reunited with.

The untitled project is slated to feature Future, Wale, Trey Songz, French Montana, Sean Kingston, August Alsina, and Mike WiLL Made It. Her own remakes of J. Cole and Miguel’s “Power Trip” and Drake and Jhené Aiko’s “From Time" will also be included. There's also a full album due in 2014.

 

The Randomness:

1.  T.I. and his Grand Hustle imprint have signed to Columbia Records. Story.


Photo via Nicki Minaj/Keyshia Cole Instagram

LaLa Anthony Hits The NYC Streets With Kim K. & Nori + Kanye's NYC YEEZUS Pop Up Shop

Posted: 22 Nov 2013 02:29 PM PST

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LaLa Anthony is spending all the time this week with her sometime bestie Kim K.  The leather clad chick was spotted out on a walk with Kim & baby Nori in NYC today.  Check the pics inside, plus Kanye's new Yeezus pop up shop he opened fresh off his D.C. tour stop...

LaLa Anthony had a stylish day out in NYC today with her girl.  Who doesn't get this dressed up to push a stroller around the block and to lunch at ABC Kitchen?  She and Kim K. were spotted leaving Kanye West's SoHo apartment this afternoon, with all the paps conveniently waiting outside:

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Meanwhile, before Kanye kicks off his 4-night stint of his Yeezus tour at Madison Square Garden Saturday night, he opened up a pop up shop on Bowery St. in Manhattan:

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And while 'Ye was in D.C. yesterday performing at the Verizon Center, he stopped by Russ Parr's morning show to chop it up about how Fatherhood has changed his life.  Check it below:

 

He says now that he has a daughter, he is making decisions for his family, no longer just himself.  And that's why he's doing things like fighting for royalties at Nike for his Yeezy shoes....and not just being complacent with the fact he has his own shoe.

Photos: Virgil's IG/INF

RUMOR CONTROL: Keshia Knight Pulliam & Big Tigger Are NOT Engaged!

Posted: 22 Nov 2013 01:27 PM PST

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Credible sources have informed us that rumors of Keshia Knight Pulliam and Big Tigger getting married are totally false. Deets inside...

We first reported V103 radio host Big Tigger & actress Keshia Knight Pulliam being a possible new item back in August.  Thanks to our sources who spotted them boo'd up at a basketball game. 

But after Tigger attempted to shoot down the rumors, the two popped up at various events posing it up...and looking very much together.

But a new National Enquirer report (which for some reason has picked up steam online) saying they are engaged and getting married very soon....is false.

A very close source tells us the wedding report is completely untrue.  But there was no denial about them simply being a couple....

 

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Jennifer Hudson TALKS David Otunga's Bedroom Skills On "WWHL" + Angela Bassett REVEALS Taye Diggs Was Her Best On-Screen KISS

Posted: 22 Nov 2013 12:39 PM PST

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Black Nativity stars Jennifer Hudson and Angela Bassett stopped by "WWHL" last night where they dished up just what we wanted to hear.   Jen dished on getting READ by Oprah and her fiance's muscles & bedroom skills, while Angela talked about Taye Diggs' kissing skills.  Watch the clips inside...

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With their holiday film Black Nativity hitting the screen next week (November 27th), J-Hud and Angie Bassett spread a little holiday cheer and laughter on "WWHL" with inside dish on Oprah Winfrey, a possible Waiting 2 Exhale sequel and how they'll be counting up those Weight Watchers points for Thanksgiving. 

Angie on her best men:

 

J-Hud on the nonexistent rift between her and Beyonce:

 

Jennifer Hudson talks about getting put in her place by Oprah:

 

Jennifer talks about David Otunga's muscles....and bedroom skills; Angela discusses why the "Waiting 2 Exhale" sequel is stalled:

 

Jennifer says she's happy with her weight and will be counting her "points" for Thanksgiving:

 

Loves these ladies!

 

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IT'S YOUR ANNIVERSARY: Shannon & Monica Brown Share INTIMATE Wedding Video From Their OFFICIAL Ceremony

Posted: 22 Nov 2013 11:31 AM PST

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In celebration of their third anniversary, Monica & Shannon Brown posted an intimate wedding clip and from their official wedding ceremony.  Watch the video inside....

Three years ago, "For You I Will" singer walked down to (courthouse) aisle and wed NBA player Shannon Brown.  Though we've already shown you pics from the couple's glamorous Los Angeles wedding ceremony (open to family and friends), they've just revealed intimate pics and video from their prior "official" wedding which Monica described with the hashtag "#NoOneKnewWeSaidIDO"

Monica posted, 

"Happy Anniversary SB. I am often times in awe of you!!! I fell in love with you the second our eyes met & everyday since I've thanked God for allowing me to experience a love that is of him!!!! You have always put the children & I above all else & you constantly remind us we are not alone.. We love you endlessly @shannonbrown26 each day my heart smiles watching you effortlessly be a great father & husband. I Love You #ForeverAlways 11-22-10 #Wedding1
#NoOneKnewWeSaidIDO"

 

Awwww.

This September, the couple gave birth to their baby girl Laiyah Brown.  Happy anniversary!


Photos via Monica's Instagram

 

HOLIDAY GALS: Keri Hilson Rocks The Global Winter Wonderland Stage In ATL + Christina Milian Plays Dress Up For DRESS-MAS Event

Posted: 22 Nov 2013 10:18 AM PST

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A couple of our fave fab chicks are getting ready for the Holidays.  Check out Keri Hilson at ATL's Winter Wonderland and Christina Milian teaming up with a retailer for their DressMas event...

 

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Christina Milian's is in the Holiday spirit, at least with her style choices.  She hit up Boohoo.com's dress up event to try on their merry-ish looks for the Holidays.  From shiny silver & gold dress to plum two pieces and black & white sexy shimmery looks, Christina put her post "DWTS" body on display:

 

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Cute as always.

 

And down in Atlanta:

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Keri Hilson brought her fabness to the Global Winter Wonderland Stage last night to rock with her fave Christmas songs at Turner Field:

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Cute look.

Also in attendance:

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Towanda Braxton and her husband and the kids were there alongside Mimi Faust and her cutie little girl she has with Stevie J.

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So we guess Erica and Mama Dee are cordial again.  Erica and her daughter (whose father is Lil Scrappy) spent some Holiday time with grandma.

 

Photos: Splash/Robin Lori

Laverne Cox Covers VIBE VIXEN, Talks BULLYING And Being TRANSGENDER In Hollywood + Tyra Banks Plays FIESTY Casting Agent "Bichette" On "GLEE"

Posted: 22 Nov 2013 09:11 AM PST

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Laverne Cox, the breakout star of "Orange Is The New Black" talked to VIBE VIXEN about her ground-breaking role and the bullying she experienced growing up. Read the highlights and see a clip of Tyra Banks starring on "Glee".

 

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In their last issue, VIBE VIXEN chatted with Laverne Cox, the ground-breaking transgender actress from Netflix's "Orange Is The New Black".  In the cover story, Laverne talks about the bullying she felt as a child, how her transition affected her family and how she's become an advocate for the transgender community. 

Here are the highlights:  

What can you tell us about your worst experience with bullying?
When I grew up in Alabama, I was called a sissy, a fag and kids basically wanted to beat me up every day. There was a time in middle school when some kids hit my brother and I with drumsticks and a parent from the school saw it. We knew we could never tell our mother because she would blame us and question why we weren’t fighting back, but the principal called her. It was really awful and painful.

How supportive was your twin brother through the transitioning process?
He’s amazing. It’s never been an issue for him. He loves me and wants me to be happy. He gets it. He’s a musician with a beautiful voice and an absolutely wonderful performer.

Who has your transition been the hardest on?
My mom had a weird adjustment period with it. A lot of it was just educating her. It took years to get her to use the right pronouns. Anytime there is surgery and hormones, it freaked her out a bit, but I wouldn’t say it was hard on her or anyone. Before I started the medications and surgical procedures, I didn’t have people in my life that would have a problem. For the people that know me, this wasn’t a weird thing. It wasn’t like this was out of the blue. They always knew who I was. I’m really the same person.

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It looks like the role of Sophia was made for you.
I just auditioned! In August of 2012, I was at an event with my agent, who brought it my way. I was actually doing research on Cece McDonald, at the time. She’s a black trans-woman who’s in prison in Minnesota. I was trying to interview her for a show called In the Life, which lost its funding. Now I’m happy because I get to interview her. I think about her a lot during this journey. She was harassed walking down the street by people yelling anti-trans and racial slurs. A fight broke out and one of her tappers ended up dead, and she is in prison for it. I’m interviewing her for a documentary.

Oh, wow! What’s the documentary?
It’s going to be about violence against trans-women and Cici’s case is going to be a really big part of that. In a lot of ways, it’s a microcosm of what so many trans-women of color experience. We have the racist piece, the transphobic piece, and the criminal justice piece.

What is your personal style?
For me, it’s about being casual and comfortable. When I have an appearance or meeting, I turn up the glamour. But where I’m at now, I’ve been calling it a younger Michelle Obama. I wear a lot of BCBG and Anne Klein for my speaking engagements. Very professional, but add a little sexiness to it with a lot of minis and sheath dresses.

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We love her.  Read the full interview here.

 

On television.....

Last night, "ANTM" founder Tyra Banks made a funny appearance on "Glee" as model agency owner "Bichette".  Don't you just love the wordplay? Ha.

In a recent interview, Tyra spoke about the role saying, "It is really fun to be able to play this! Had I known that I’d be playing the people who tormented me I would’ve been so much happier as a teenage model!’ I’d be like ‘I’m gonna play you one day, keep doing that because that’s just information to put into my character in the future."

Prior to the show's airdate, she tweeted, "‘The character I'm playing on @GLEEonFOX 2nite stands 4 EXACTLY the OPPOSITE of what I stand 4. If she existed, I'd hate her guts!’

 

Photos via Jasmine L. Gonzalez/Nicholas Nichols

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