Monday, August 13, 2012

The Young, Black, and Fabulous

The Young, Black, and Fabulous


Toni Braxton Gets UNCENSORED For JET Magazine, Tamar Talks Plastic Surgery Necessities

Posted: 13 Aug 2012 10:17 AM PDT

The Braxtons are prepping their return to reality tv this fall.  And Toni B. is covering the brand new issue of JET magazine and dishing about her decision to ax her own brother-in-law, and her sisters are giving uncensored talk about plastic surgery and "oral transactions."

The stars of Braxton Family Values— WEtv’s No. 1 reality series—are feature din the new JET magazine, on stands today (8/13).

Tamar Braxton spoke on people's criticism of the plastic surgery they believe she's had.  Her response: “I don’t need a bunch of work done to be cute. I’m pretty.” Oh?

And, Toni says about giving the ax to her ex-manager/ brother-in-law Vincent Herbert, adding: “…Being family and working together was just too much.”

Guess we'll get to hear Vince's take on it when his spinoff show with wife Tamar airs this fall as well.

The new season of We's "Braxton Family Values" premieres August 16th at 9p/8c.  And "Tamar & Vince" premieres September 20th at 10p/9c.
 

John Legend REVEALS New "Caught Up" TRACK And TOUR Schedule + 2 Chainz DROPS “I Luv Dem Strippers” Vid + Wiz Khalifa REMIXES Elle Varner's "Refill"

Posted: 13 Aug 2012 09:57 AM PDT

Singer John Legend has announced his fall tour schedule and also included a sneak peek at a track for his upcoming album. Listen to it inside and see 2 Chainz new stripper-filled video with Nicki Minaj and hear Wiz Khalifa remix Elle Varner's "Refill."

 

As he preps for his North American theater tour, John Legend has teased fans with a new track from his upcoming Love in the Future disc.

The song, "Caught Up," was co-written by Kanye West and produced by Hit-Boy. He sings a snippet of the song in a video he posted from Germano Studios in NYC.  He also talked about working on the album which is oo-executive produced by Kanye and Dave Tozer.

Over the weekend, the singer felt under the weather (having just returned from South Africa) and he was rushed to ER. He was treated for flu-like symptoms and sent home after the check-up.  He's doing better now as his rep said, "He's been traveling a lot and must have picked up a flu-bug somewhere along the way, but he's fine and resting at home now."

John also tweeted, Just got back to the U.S. Thanks to all my South African fans! I was a bit under the weather this weekend but you helped me through it.

Listen to the "Caught Up" Snippet here:

 

 

Also, check out John's tour dates....

Oct. 16 – Clearwater, FL – Ruth Eckerd Hall
Oct. 17 – Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Live At Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Oct. 19 – Sarasota, FL – Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Oct. 20 – Atlanta, GA – Chastain Park Amphitheatre
Oct. 22 – Washington, DC – Constitution Hall
Oct. 23 – Bethlehem, PA – Sands Bethlehem Event Center
Oct. 25 – Montclair, NJ – Wellmont Theatre
Oct. 26 – Mashantucket, CT – Mgm Grand Theater At Foxwoods
Oct. 27 – Atlantic City, NJ – Borgata Spa & Resort – Event Center
Oct. 29 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center
Oct. 30 – Boston, MA – Wang Theater
Nov. 1 – Philadelphia, PA – Tower Theater
Nov. 3 – Toronto, CA – Massey Hall
Nov. 4 – Detroit, MI – Fox Theatre
Nov. 7 – Chicago, IL – Chicago Theatre
Nov. 8 – Nashville, TN – Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center
Nov. 10 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center
Nov. 11 – Grand Prairie, TX – Verizon Theatre At Grand Prairie
Nov. 13 – Albuquerque, NM – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Nov. 14 – Phoenix, AZ – Comerica Theatre
Nov. 16 – Indio, CA – Fantasy Springs Special Events Center
Nov. 18 – Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern
Nov. 21 – Oakland, CA – Fox Theatre

 

In new videos......

2 Chainz just dropped a video for “I Luv Dem Strippers” featuring Nicki Minaj. Directed by Benny Boom, the video features....you guessed it....a lot of strippers. The song appears on Mr. Chainz's Based On A T.R.U Story, which is due out this Tuesday.

Watch it here:

And the glorification of strippers continues....

 

In other music news......

 

Wiz Khalifa has lent his voice to a remix of Elle Varner’s “Refill,” off her debut Perfectly Imperfect. Though the song's official remix features rappers J. Cole and MMG’s Wale, Wiz did a good job with his interpretation.  Also, his second studio album, “O.N.I.F.C”, is due out August 28th.

Listen to the track here:

 

Honestly, I just wanted to include this album cover of Wiz because I'm still mad about it.  Anyone else?

Ginuwine's DAUGHTER Tiffany Nicole CLAIMS He's A DEADBEAT, Says She Wishes She NEVER Met Him!

Posted: 13 Aug 2012 08:41 AM PDT

Ginuwine's daughter Tiffany Nicole took to Twitter to blast him for being a deadbeat and said she wishes she never met him.  Find out what else Tiffany had to say about her Dad inside....

Tiffany Nicole, the daughter of R&B crooner Ginuwine has taken to Twitter to blast him claiming he's a deadbeat.  She posted a photo of herself side-by-side with the "Pony" singer saying, "Some wish they had a father But sometimes ur better off cuz I wish I never met mine! #lookalikenothingalike"

She also posted negative messages for her father.....

 

and included an alleged text conversation where he calls her the "b" word.

 

 

But Tiffany did have praise for her mother.  She showed appreciation saying, 

Super special s/o to MY MOM&MY FATHER she the greatest she took care us when niggas was actn clueless and I will be forecast greatful ppl don't get moms like mine but I got her and will never let her go or THROW HER UNDER THE BUS DON'T FORGET THAT @ginuwine2012 my mother is the muthaphuckn best yet! (sorry for cussn) lol

 

Though Ginuwine has not spoken out publically about Tiffany, over the weekend, he tweeted, Just bcz you make a mistake does not mean you can never fix it We all fall short,but it's the one who picks themselves bk up who wins

Could that be directed towards Tiffany and him wanting to make amends?

 

Rihanna's Accountants FIRE BACK Saying She Messed Up Her OWN MONEY! + Rita Ora & Rob Kardashian TATT Each Other's Names Together....TEMPORARILY!

Posted: 13 Aug 2012 08:03 AM PDT

Rihanna's accountants have responded to her accusations of financial mismanagement saying her losses are her own fault! Get the deets on the accounting firm's claims inside and check out the ink-tastic hijinks of Rita Ora and Rob Kardashian.

 

We told you previously about Rihanna suing her former accounting firm for mishandling her 2009 Last Girl On Earth tour and for taking an inapproproate cut of 22% of her profits, and now the firm is defending itself.

Berdon LLP have filed legal docs claming it was Rihanna's "own financial action or inaction" or those of her team that messed up her tour money.  Also, they fired back about their 22% comission saying RiRi signed off on an engagement letter that gave them permission to take it.  So if she had a problem, she shouldn't have signed the agreement.

So far, a judge hasn't ruled on the case but the firm asked that she get a case full of nothing!

 

 

In other Roc Nation news.........

While Rita Ora has not officially confirmed that she's in a relationship with Rob Kardashian, the two sure act real couple-like. The duo recently got tattoos of one another's names on their hands. 

And whatever led them down this road must have been intense as Rob tweeted, Shit got crazy tonight... What can I say... #tatmynameonya

Later on, Rita confirmed that the tatts were just temporary tweeting, It’s Not Real LOL.

But with Rob supporting Rita in London as she promotes ORA, wouldn't be surprised if something became more permanent...

 

BONUS:

 

Watch Rita cover Frank Ocean's "Swim Good" at her recent set for BBC Radio 1’s Live Lounge.

The Randomness:

1.  Jennifer Anistion gets engaged to Justin Theroux. Story.

WOMP: Chad Johnson DROPPED By The Miami Dolphins

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 10:33 PM PDT

After his arrest for domestic violence Saturday night, Chad Johnson has been released by the Miami Dolphins.  Deets inside...

Chad was previously released by the New England Patriots and was recently picked up by the Miami Dolphins after he battled for a spot ont he team.

And after his appearance on a recent episode of HBO's "Hard Knocks", the inside look into how NFL Teams go through the pre-season, it was clear Chad was already on thin ice due to his behavior in interviews.

The arrest was apparently the last straw for the team, as they took to Twitter with the announcement saying:

The Miami Dolphins have terminated the contract of WR Chad Johnson.

Chad also needs to worry about the legal ramifications of his fight with wife Evelyn.  ESPN reports:

If convicted, Johnson faces a maximum penalty of one year in jail and a $1,000 fine. He could also receive community service, probation or anger management classes.

Foolery.

Kyla Pratt, Laura Govan & Michael Ealy SWEAT IT OUT For Celebrity KICKBALL Game

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 03:36 PM PDT

Kyla Pratt, Michael Ealy and Coby Bell played kickball for a good cause yesterday. See their pics inside and find out what they were playing for.....

Actress Kyla Pratt and the sexy Michael Ealy were among the celebs playing football and kickball at the 3rd annual Rising Stars of America kickball game at Jackie Robinson Stadium (UCLA) in Los Angeles yesterday.  The Rising Stars Of America’s mission is to utilize athletics as a means of teaching life skills.  It was founded by New York Knicks player Baron Davis.

Kyla, star of "Let's Stay Together" and who is a mom now, looked her usual cute self while playing with the celebs.

Michael, who stars on "Common Law" on USA, did a t-shirt change or two.  And we're not complaining about any of it.

Donald Faison of TVLand's The Exes, was in the game too.

Coby Bell of "The Game" and "Burn Notice" entertained the crowd.

"BBW: LA" star Laura Govan showed off her new slim & trim as she played around.  Fun times for a cause...

 

The Randomness:

1.  Frank Ocean cancels all his summer concerts due to voice issues.  Story.


Photos via Splash

Kanye Dips Into Hawaii For Recording Session, Brings Girlfriend Kim K. Along

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 11:46 AM PDT

Kanye West & his girl Kim K. just dipped into Hawaii.  'Ye is working in a recording studio, and taking walkign breaks with his boo.  Pics inside...

Mr. West was spotted in Hawaii Kai on the island of Oahu, one of his fave places, today.  In between recording some music, the super producer & rapper--who is working on his own album on the heels of the Cruel Summer compilation release, he's taking some romantic walks with girlfriend Kim Kardashian:

Well work it out then.

The twosome were also spotted hitting up a Safeway to get some goodies for the studio.  Sources say they caused a traffic jam in the parking lot as fans and paparazzi tried to snap pics:

Nice ride.

 

 

Evelyn Released From Hospital, Chad Released From Jail + Eric Williams Takes Cheap Shots At Their Domestic Dispute

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 11:20 AM PDT

Evelyn Lozada has been released from the hospital following an altercation with hubby Chad Johnson.  Get the deets on their situation inside and see what former NBA baller Eric Williams had to say about the "knot" on her head.

 

We told you earlier about the heat-butting domestic dispute between Evelyn and Chad (pictured above the day after their wedding last month) and now more deets are emerging. Though Ev has been released from the hospital and is safe with friends now, last night was another story.  According to the police report that just surfaced, TMZ reports she fled to a neighbor's home after Chad head-butted her during an argument about a receipt for condoms.  Allegedly, he began screaming, "I don't give a fuck! I don't give a fuck about my career!"

Once Ev was located, an officer on the scene said he observed a 3 inch laceration on her forehead.   But when he spoke to Chad, he was told that Ev yelled "Fuck it!" at him and then head-butted HIM!

Later, Chad was arrested and taken to Broward County Jail on one charge of domestic violence. 

He posted bail of $2,500 this morning (pictured above leaving jail this morning) and was ordered to stay away from Ev.

Chad's bosses at the Miami Dolphins are "aware of the situation and are in the process of gathering relevant information," according to Dolphins spokesman Harvey Greene.

 

And to throw salt on a wound....

Eric Williams, the estranged hubby of Ev's frenemy Jennifer Williams, took a few shots at Ev when he heard about the dispute.  He tweeted, Hey @EvelynJohnson...... I bet that #knot on your head more #shinier#Prince_of_NewARK than mine....

He had moe jokes saying, Lets do our Own show, called "2Bumps you can't get enuf" We Good..... @hisKnotThenSaid, said he needs a companion..

He even threw a dirty joke in saying, I guess @EvelynJohnson really do like rough #sex.. a little over-board this time Chaddy... I said it..

Oh Eric...

GOLD! TEAM USA's Men's Basketball Cops Olympic Gold Medal!

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 10:25 AM PDT

The fellas copped the Gold medal once again today in London.  It's their second Gold in a row as they join the Women's Basketball team in the 2012 Gold Medal circle.  Deets inside...

Beating the Gasol brothers & Spain 107-100, Kevin Durant, Carmelo, LeBron, Chris Paul, Kobe and the crew are officially the Olympic champions.  TEAM USA pretty much dominated every team this Olympics, and their closest game yet was today.

Their ladies loved it all too as we spotted Bron Bron's mom Gloria and fiancee' Savannah celebrating with him afterwards, plus Vanessa Bryant, Tyson Chandler's wife & daughter and more.

Kobe hinted about his career coming to an end saying this will be his last Olympics...and also said last week that the Lakers will be Laker newcomer Dwight Howard's team in about two years.

Congrats to the fellas!

BONUS:

 

LeBron & Savannah had dinner on the eve of today's game with teammate Dwyane Wade & girlfriend Gabby Union who were there to cheer on TEAM USA!

 

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