Monday, April 11, 2011

The Young, Black, and Fabulous

The Young, Black, and Fabulous

TV FAB: Bill Cosby, "The Cosby Show" Cast And Kim Fields Honored At The TV Land Awards

Posted: 11 Apr 2011 09:00 AM PDT

 

 

Last night, TV LAND honored some well-deserving YBF entertainers for their contributions to pop culture.  Top honors went to the cast of "The Cosby Show" and "The Facts Of Life."  See photos of Raven Symone, Bill Cosby, Malcolm Jamal Warner and Kim Fields inside...
 

 

The 9th Annual TV Land Awards were held last night at the Javits Center in New York City where some of the best television shows of all time were honored.

The cast of "The Cosby Show" was on hand to receive the Impact Award for the mark the show left on our society.
 

The lovely Raven Symone was there to accept her award for playing Olivia.

And Keshia Knight Pulliam aka Rudy looked stunning as she walked the red carpet.

 

And TV's favorite dad, Bill Cosby, had a proud moment.

Sandra aka Sabrina LeBeauf wore this lovely embroidered gown.

Then she posed with her tv sister.


 

Tempestt Bledsoe aka Vanessa got fab and floral.

We loved seeing the gorgeous Phylicia Rashad.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner looked very dapper for the evening.  

 

 

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During the show, Stevie Wonder performed his hit "Higher Ground" before he welcomed the cast on stage for their award.  


 

 

Also....Kim Fields was honored along with the cast of "The Facts Of Life."

 

First she walked the carpet and showed off her gown and tattoo.

 

Then she accepted her Pop Culture Award with the castmembers Mindy Cohn, Charlotte Rae, Nancy McKeon, and Cloris Leachman who all went on stage. 

You can watch the full broadcast of the TV Land Awards 2011 on Sunday, April 17 at 9 PM ET/PT.

 

 

 

 

Photos via WireImage/Loccisano

Is Usher's Manager-Girlfriend Grace Making Him Fire His Whole Staff?!

Posted: 11 Apr 2011 08:00 AM PDT

Sounds like Usher's girlfriend, Grace Miguel, is calling every shot in Usher's life.  And she's doing so to her benefit--so she can replace his staff with her own people.

 

Deets on how Usher's letting this type of ish go down--again--when you read on...

The NY Post reports that Grace Miguel urged Usher to fire his whole staff--his dancers, choreographers, tour managers, and more--so that she could replace them with her own people.  This also includes Usher's agent getting the axe--Mark Cheatham of CAA.  Usher has been with Mark since he started this business 16 years ago, and Mark also introduced Ursh to cash cow Justin Bieber.

The Post reports:

Cheatham was tight-lipped when we contacted him. "I don't know anything about it. I've been with Usher for a long time," he told us. "I've been on great terms with Usher. Talk to my publicist."

A CAA publicist never got back to us, but Usher is no longer listed on their client list.

A source close to Cheatham tells us, "Mark is really upset. He's been with him from the beginning. He thinks Usher will come back, He's just waiting."

Damn homie.  Didn't Usher learn his lesson the first time his chick came in wrecking shop?  Remember back in 2007 when his then-wife Tameka Raymond reportedly talked Usher into firing his co-manager mother, Jonetta Patton, because Tameka and Jonetta didn't get along?  He ended up hiring his mama back, and you know the rest of the story with Tameka.

Guess he hasn't learned his lesson....

 

MUSIC FAB: Rihanna Releases "S&M (Remix)" Ft. Britney Spears + Nicki Minaj Signs On To Britney's Tour

Posted: 11 Apr 2011 05:26 AM PDT

 

Britney Spears is working with two of the most popular YBF chicks of the minute, Rihanna and Nicki Minaj.  Come inside to hear Rihanna's new "S&M remix" with Britney and see what she has in store for Nicki Minaj....

 

Rihanna took to her Twitter account recently to announce a collabo with Britney Spears--the "S&M (Remix)".  Britney happily tweeted back that she was excited about their work together.

See their tweets below and listen to the actual "S&M Remix" that just dropped this morning....


Listen to the new track here:

 

Speaking of "It's Britney B*tch":

The ink is now dry on the contracts.  And according to TMZ, Nicki Minaj is officially set to open for Britney Spears, in place of Enrique Iglesias, on her upcoming tour.  The deal was made a few days ago.

The tour kicks off on June 17 in Sacramento, CA.  We will keep you posted as dates are announced.

 

OH REALLY: Cassie & Janice Combs Shop It Up In Los Angeles

Posted: 10 Apr 2011 12:36 PM PDT

Cassie was spotted hanging out with her potential future mother-in-law Janice Combs in Los Angeles this weekend for a little shopping.  Don't go dashing Cassie's hopes y'all!   See the candids inside....

Still rocking her half-shaved head, Cassie was seen out shopping with Diddy's mom, Janice Combs.  Oh look....Janice traded in her usual long wig for a short blonde bob.

Interesting to see them together since Cassie and Diddy still act like they are not a couple.

Cute nautical and spring look for Cassie though.

 

Lebron James Gets FACE TIME As New Audemars Piguet Spokesman

Posted: 10 Apr 2011 11:01 AM PDT

LeBron James just added another revenue stream to his ever expanding multi-million dollar brand.  The Miami Heat star is now the new global ambassador for Audemars Piguet watches, the world's oldest watch manufacturer still in the hands of its founding families.  LeBron is also creating his very own watch with the company to be auctioned off for his charity.

 

Pics of LeBron's new photoshoot with the luxe brand, plus pics of his debut event last night in Miami, when you read on...

In addition to representing the brand on the international stage, LeBron will collaborate with Audemars Piguet to create a very special limited-edition watch.  And Mr. James has decided to donate the proceeds from any future auctions of his timepieces to his namesake charity, the LeBron James Family Foundation and its children’s related activities.  Nice!

The NBA MVP's pics from his new photoshoot for the Audemars Piguet brand:

LeBron said in a statement today:

“Audemars Piguet and I strive for excellence in all our endeavors. I am honored to be the next global brand ambassador and join the ranks of industry greats who have previously represented the brand. I am also excited to collaborate with AP on an exclusive timepiece that will be the ultimate symbol of our partnership."

And last night, the AP execs--Philippe Merk, CEO of Audemars Piguet and Francois-Henry Bennahmias, President of AP North America--and Bron Bron kicked it at his unveiling party at the exclusive Soho House in Miami:

 

 

And his teammate Chris Bosh was also there to celebrate and Craig David (middle) performed.  Congrats Bron!

CONCERT FAB: Kem & Fantasia Serenade Fans In Indiana

Posted: 10 Apr 2011 10:31 AM PDT

R&B crooner Kem rocked the The Venue at The Horseshoe Casino in Indiana Friday night. Fantasia Barrino was his "special" guest and had fans standing on their feet during her performance. Read on to check out the pics form the concert...

Kem and Fantasia performed for a sold out crowd at the Horseshoe Casino Friday evening.

 

 

First, Fanny got some help taking her shoes off.

 

Interesting choice of outfit.  She performed some of her old hits as well as singles from her most recent album Back To Me.

 

With or without shoes, Fanny sure does put on a show for her fans.

Headliner Kem engaged the audience with his smooth voice.

 

Nice.

 

Photos via Wireimage/Warner

Jay-Z Laughs It Up At The Nets Game + Ciara Is One Of PEOPLE's 25 Most Beautiful People

Posted: 10 Apr 2011 07:51 AM PDT

 

While he chills courtside to cheer on his team the New Jersey Nets, the music mogul has added several new business ventures to his portfolio.  Find out what's new for Jay-Z inside and see Ciara represent all the YBF celebs in PEOPLE's 25 Most Beautiful People.

 

New Jersey Nets co-owner Jay-Z was spotted courtside at the Prudential Center for the New York Knicks Vs New Jersey Nets Game in Newark, NJ last night.  
 

Recently, Jay-Z and Roc Nation announced that they will acquire German-American netlabel Block Starz Music LLC. Block Starz is "...a full service online music company founded in 2008 to scout, develop, and market new independent talent."  

But Jay-Z has another new high profile venture in the press.  He has also announced the start of his new lifestyle website called Life + Times which features pieces on pop culture, music and art.  Interesting ish so far.

  

 

 

Ciara is theonly YBF chick on PEOPLE's 25 most beautiful people list this year.  

When asked about looks and beauty, the singer/Wilhemina model told the mag, "Being beautiful is all in the attitude.  It's about confidence." 

Congrats to Ci Ci.  Mad they titled her as "Kim Kardashian's best friend" though.  That's what this has come to....
 

 

 

Photos via WireImage/Devaney/Gilbert Carrasquillo/Getty
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