Monday, October 3, 2011

The Young, Black, and Fabulous

The Young, Black, and Fabulous

FRYING PAN ASSAULT! Former NY Gov. David Paterson's Stepdaughter ARRESTED For Brutally Beating Her Boyfriend Unconscious (With A Bottle Too!)

Posted: 03 Oct 2011 09:24 AM PDT

 

Former Gov. David Paterson's stepdaughter, Ashley Dennis, was arrested over the weekend for beating her boyfriend unconscious.  Get the shocking deets inside....

 

Ashley Dennis, the 23-yr-old stepdaughter of former NY Governor David Paterson, was arraigned at Manhattan Criminal Court last night for brutally beating her boyfriend.

In an attack that happened Saturday morning around 4:30am, Ashley allegedly smashed a bottle and frying pan over the head of boyfriend Brian McGuinness. She is also accused of slamming his leg in a door until he lost consciousness.

When police arrived on the scene, they arrested BOTH Brian and Ashley.

The building superintendent, Pearl DiGeronimo, said:

'There was blood on the floor, on the door handle, all over the hallway. I thought it was a murder.'

And another neighbor reported hearing cries of 'help me' and 'fire' coming from the apartment. Adding,

'He wasn't moving. He had two shoes on top of him like she kicked him out of the apartment and threw the shoes.'

Ashley, an account executive at public relations firm Edelman, told the police that Brian attacked her first and tried to choke her. BUT.....it was Brian who ended up needing medical attention! Three stitches to be exact.

But the injuries didn't get Brian any sympathy....he was charged with criminal obstruction of breathing, a misdemeanor under the state's anti-choking law.

Ashley, the daughter of Gov. Paterson's wife Michelle Paige Paterson, has not commented about the incident.

SMH...it's real out here.  For everybody.

We'll keep you posted....

Sofia Vergara Shows How To WORK IT For Kmart!

Posted: 03 Oct 2011 08:58 AM PDT

The ever sexy Sofia Vergara isn't just making 39 look fab, but she's sharing her secrets to it as well.  She just launched Sofia by Sofia Vergara at Kmart to give others a peek into how she likes to flaunt what she's got in her fave clothes.....

The "Modern Family" actress flaunts her Colombian curves every chance she gets.  And now you can cop your own threads of hers to do just the same.  And at a great price.

CHECK IT.

SPORTY FAM: Candace Parker & Shelden Williams Roll To Disneyland With Daughter Lailaa Nicole

Posted: 03 Oct 2011 07:28 AM PDT

LA Sparks baller Candace Parker was spotted at Disneyland with her NBA baller husband Shelden Williams and their daughter yesterday.   See pics of the fab family inside and find out about the couple's "cute" Twitter spat.......

LA Sparks star Candace Parker was spotted pushing her daughter, 2-year-old Lailaa Nicole Williams through Disneyland yesterday.

She traded turns pushing the stroller with her NY Knick husband Shelden Williams.  

Over the weekend the sports-loving couple had a littler Twitter spat as Candace clowned one of her hubby's favorite teams, the Dallas Cowboys.

She tweeted him:

This'll make my week if the Dallas Cowgirls blow it! skip that,it'll make my month! Oh, and p.s. DA Bears took care of biz!

He responded:

don't talk to me!!! Matter fact don't tweet me either!!!!

Then she tried to make up.....

aww where's the love? We promised 2 neva let sports come between us!RT

But he said:

love?? It was lost when u talked bout the cowboys!!!

  

Cute to see that they have team rivals!

 

Photos via Valpo NNEWs/WENN.com

Here's Looking At You India.Arie - Happy 36th Birthday!

Posted: 03 Oct 2011 07:05 AM PDT

Neo-soul goddess Indie.Arie turns 36 today. Celebrate the "Video" girl inside.....

Since stepping onto the music scene with "Video," India.Arie has become a champion of embracing one's self-image.

And through her music, the "I Am Not My Hair" singer remains outspoken on women's issues and finding inner peace. And we love her for that.  Especially when she gave us a glimpse at the hot body she has but keeps covered up...so we can focus on her music.  Loves that.

Let's light some incense and celebrate India.Arie's 36th birthday in the gallery....

 

 

One "Acoustic Soul"...Happy 36th Birthday India Arie!

T.I. Hosts The First Annual "A King Of Oneself Brunch" in Atlanta

Posted: 03 Oct 2011 06:42 AM PDT

T.I. was the "Man Of The Hour" at his private brunch in Atlanta yesterday as he celebrated his freedom, .  See pics of Heavy D, Kevin Liles and others in attendance inside.....

 

On Sunday, rapper T.I. teamed up with AKOO Clothing And Grand Hustle Entertainment for the First Annual A King Of Oneself Brunch.  Pretty much a Welcome Home party for him and his friends.

T.I. arrived in his fave car before being ushered into the brunch.

And of course his wife "Tiny" was by his side.

Mayor Kasim Reed came to welcome T.I. back.

Jazze Pha came out too.

Nelly also came out to support TIP.

Toya Carter looked fab in her black dress with zebra-printed heels.

She chatted with BFF Tiny.

And Kevin Liles.

Kevin later posed with AKOO Co-Founder and Creative Director Ralph Reynolds.

Rapper Young Jeezy also sported black.

Heavy D was in attendance.

NBA baller Josh Smith also went with a black-and-white theme.
 

Former ambassador Andrew Young attended.

Comedian Roland "Lil Duval" Powell was also spotted.

"RHOA" star Phaedra Parks came with her husband Apollo.  She's looking great these days.

T.I.'s mother Violeta Morgan looked lovely.

Also, Upfront Megatainment Owner Devyne Stephens posed with recording artist St. Nick and rapper Heavy D.

 

Photog: BRose

MUSIC FAB: Drake's "Headlines" Video + Tristan Wild's New "Thinking About You" Cover

Posted: 03 Oct 2011 05:33 AM PDT

 

In anticipation of his Take Care disc, in stores Oct. 24, Drake has released the video for his first official single, "Headlines." Peep the video inside and hear Tristan Wilds' new single....

 

In his new "Headlines" video, co-directed by Lamar Taylor and Hyghly Alleyne, Drake returns to Toronto as the city's prodigal son who really made something of himself. 

In the vid, Drake takes his fans on a tour of his life, while showing off his success.  Check it:

 

Also in music, "90201" and Red Tails actor Tristan Wilds has released a new single called "Thinking About You."

 

The track is Tristan's rendition of Frank Ocean's "Thinking About You"

He will also release a 7 song (free) EP in November to up his R&B cred!You feelin' the song?

Rihanna Rocks The Cover of BRITISH VOGUE, Gets A British Wax Replica!

Posted: 03 Oct 2011 04:48 AM PDT

Rihanna went the sophisticated blonde bombshell route for the November 2011 cover of the British Vogue.  Peep the cover and an inside pic, plus pics from her newest work of wax art, when you read on...

 

The 23-year-old dished to the top fashion magazine about her racy "character" she plays for the public.  And insists it's not really who she is at all.  Coulda fooled us.

On her overtly sexy demeanor and videos:

That’s a part I play. You know, like it’s a piece of art… I just want to make music.”

On growing up a child of a crack addict father (Ronald Fenty):

“I saw too much. I was way too mature for my age.”

The issue hits stands October 6th.   Rih was also US VOGUE's cover girl this past April.

And now that she's already gotten commemorated in wax in D.C. and in Berlin....it was time for Madame Tussauds London to get in on the action.  Here's her waxy replica just unveiled in the UK yesterday:

This one is my fave so far.  HOT.

Photos via VOGUE/Shamim

J-HUD, Ciara, Kanye West, and Others Snag Front Row At The Paris Givenchy Fashion Show

Posted: 02 Oct 2011 08:07 PM PDT

Fresh from debuting his first womenswear collection in Paris, Kanye West along with Ciara, Jennifer Hudson, and many other YBF-ers were spotted at the Givenchy Ready to Wear Spring / Summer 2012 show during Paris Fashion Week. Check out the pics from  the show...

R&B singers Ciara and Jennifer Hudson opted for sexy all black looks and both looked amazing.

The Weight Watchers spokeswoman looked stunning in a Givenchy slender black ensemble.

Loving the look and her new straight hair with the highlights.

Ciara continued to wow Parisian photogs in a black form fitting jersey dress with a plunging neckline.

Her makeup and pulled back ponyytail complimented the look. I'm convinced this girl should be a model.  And simply stick with that.

Model Chanel Iman kicked it front with rapper/designer Kanye West. She also rocked some shoes from his collection.

Kanye greeted supermodel Naomi Campbell with a kiss.

 

And the icon model was spotted front row as designer Riccardo Tisci unveiled his latest collection.  Nice!

 

Photogs: Pascal Le Segretain/Dominique C

AWARD SHOW FAB: Inside The 2011 BET Hip Hop Awards With Kevin Liles, Big Sean, Busta Rhymes & Others

Posted: 02 Oct 2011 01:30 PM PDT

Last night the 2011 BET Hip Hop Awards were held in Atlanta and the rapper crowd took over.  See pics of Kevin Liles, Big Sean, Erykah Badu, DMX and others, plus exclusive footage from the red carpet, inside.....

Last night Mike Epps hosted the 2011 BET Hip Hop Awards at the Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center in Atlanta. 

Traci Ellis Ross and Malcom Jamal Warner were presenters.

LL Cool J received an Icon status award.

He later posed with Kevin Liles and Michael Kyser.

Swizz Beatz hit the stage with DMX, who's fresh out of prison.

T.I. hit the stage and performed with Jeezy to open the show.

Heavy D paid tribute to the old school style of hip hop.

Erykah Badu also performed.

Angel Lola Luv was spotted in the audience.  Is there something going on with her forehead?

Amar'e Stoudemire also flew into town to check out the awards.

 

Watch TheYBF's ATL correspondents Ms. Dia & Kiara on the black carpet as we speak to Da Brat, Tyrese and Laurieann Gibson:

 

During our red carpet chats, Da Brat revealed that we can expect new music from her and that she supports all female MCs.  Also the FIRST thing she did when she got home from jail.  And Tyrese talked about his latest video starring Taraji P. Henson....and he cleared up rumors about them hooking up off camera!

 

Photog: Nunez; Videographer: William Feagins, Jr.; Music: "Enjoy Yourself" produced by Illastrate

 

FOOLYWANG MATERIAL: T.I. SQUASHES Club Beef Between Diddy, Kenny Burns And Folks Who DO NOT Drink Ciroc! GUNSHOTS FIRED?! (VIDEO)

Posted: 02 Oct 2011 08:21 AM PDT

T.I. had to get on the mic and squash a fight at a BET Hip Hop Awards afterparty last night that started because Sean "Diddy" Combs was upset Kenny Burns and his crew weren't drinking Ciroc! And now reports say shots were fired around the club afterwards.  Watch the video inside.....

 

Apparently Diddy EXPECTS everyone to drink Ciroc vodka. And if you don't, you may get caught in his crossfire.

Down in Atlanta, after the BET Hip Hop Awards, Diddy was at an afterparty at Compound where he started popping off at Kenny Burns (who works with Ciroc's competitor Grey Goose) and a few dudes who WERE NOT drinking Ciroc. And drinks were thrown.......Basketball Wives style!  Diddy cursed everybody out from the mic and yelled fightin' words at Kenny. 

But before this could turn into an ugly situation, T.I. (still on parole) got on the mic and put Diddy in check.

Rightfully so, T.I. told Diddy that he had too much money to be engaging in petty b.s. and that those fellas had the right to drink WHATEVER vodka they wanted because they paid for it!

He sealed the deal when he told Diddy, "They're not getting paid to drink (Ciroc)!"

SIDEBAR:  Kenny does get paid to drink Grey Goose.  Why should he mess up his money because of Diddy's ego?  And WHY are grown ass men fighting over liquor?  Are liquor companies the new gangs?? Damn!

Also, TIP let them know they won't be starting any drama to get him sent back to jail.  But the film crew who taped the video said gunshots were fired inside the club after the beef went down.  While other reports from folk who were there say shots were fired OUTSIDE the club.  This is just ridiculous all around.

Watch the incident here:

Don't let anybody start some mess and get you sent back to jail TIP!
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