Wednesday, October 17, 2012

The Young, Black, and Fabulous

The Young, Black, and Fabulous

GIRLS NIGHT: LaLa Anthony & Taraji P. Henson WINE & DINE In NYC

Posted: 17 Oct 2012 10:44 AM PDT

Think Like A Man co-stars LaLa Anthony & Taraji P. Henson had some catch-up girl time by hitting up dinner at Miss Lilly's in NYC last night.  And it was Taraji's choice of socks & boots that caught our attention.

 

Check 'em inside...

 

Someone told Taraji this outfit--that looks like she just made a clean sweep at the local hobo-to-chic fashions--was OK.  You're far too fab for a look like this Taraji.  No likey these mustard suit socks and burgundy cowboy boots.

And we wonder if that's what inspired her to run from the paps.  Or from something.  She tweeted that she took off running last night, while La, showing off her flat tummy, Rt'd her sentiments and told her she looked hot.

Cracking up!! U looked HOT! RT @TherealTaraji: Aaaannnnd YES I took off running. HA!

We guess...

Pics: INF

LADIES WHO LUNCH: Jada Pinkett Smith & Daughter Willow Grab Grub In Malibu

Posted: 17 Oct 2012 10:06 AM PDT

Willow Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith shared a mommy-daughter lunch in Malibu yesterday.  The boot-wearing chicks put on their leather & zippers and headed to grab a bite.

 

Pics inside...

Singer/actress Willow and her singer/actress mom Jada rolled to Tra Di Noi restaurant in Cross Creek Park, Malibu yesterday for some grub:

And even admired a puppy before hitting their table:

Giggles and lunch with your daughter.  Fun times!

Willow is gearing up for her Annie film remake that starts production next spring.

Pics: SPLASH

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: President Obama And Mitt Romney GO AT IT On Women's Rights & More

Posted: 17 Oct 2012 08:42 AM PDT

Last night, President Barack Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney debated a range of topics that affect America from the plight of the middle class to equal pay for women.  Watch the video and get the highlights inside.....

Though his first debate performance left some supporters scratching their heads, last night President Obama knocked it out of the park at his townhall debate with Mitt Romney.  Obama for America released the following statement from Campaign Manager Jim Messina in support of the performance:


“President Obama clearly won tonight’s debate. The American people saw their leader tonight – a strong, steady and decisive president with an affirmative vision to move this country forward and build the economy from the middle out, not the top down. He pointed out that Mitt Romney is offering the American people a ‘sketchy deal’ – his plan to spend $5 trillion on a tax cut for the wealthiest that they don’t need and $2 trillion for a defense buildup the Pentagon says it doesn’t want, without explaining how he’d pay for it. Romney misfired on his attacks and fired blanks on his own proposals. When he was exposed on the emptiness of his own plans, he was rattled, lashed out against moderator and refused to explain his indefensible ideas.”

One of the most crushing moments for Gov. Romney came as a result of attacking the Obama campaign for how it handled the Libya incident.  And, as usual, Mitt had it all wrong and was called out for his blatant lie on stage. The NY Times said,

“The most devastating moment for Mr. Romney was self-inflicted. Continuing his irresponsible campaign to politicize the death of the American ambassador to Libya, he said it took two weeks for the president to acknowledge that it was the result of an act of terror. As the moderator, Candy Crowley of CNN, quickly pointed out, the president referred to it as an act of terror the next day, in the Rose Garden.”

Another hot topic was each party's dedication to the economic success of women.  Mitt was put on the spot because his campaign would not give an answer on where it stands on the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act.  Obama made that bill the first piece of legislation he signed into law, his first week in office to be exact.  Mitt's first response when asked if he would support it was “we’ll have to get back to you.”

Still.....Mitt has refused to say whether he would have signed it and has also declined to take a position on the Paycheck Fairness Act (which would give women additional tools to enforce their right to equal pay for equal work).  He did point out he did women a favor by going through "binders of qualified women" to find certain women to hire for his own staff when he was Governor, since he only had male applicants.  Sigh. 

It was also noted that Congressman & VP candidate Paul Ryan voted against this Fair Pay act...and could never explain why!  But throughout the debate, President Obama drove home the point that the he supports the middle class, families and women.
 

In the audience........

First Lady Michelle Obama looked beautiful in a neon pink suit (in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month) and that hair was on perfection mode as well.

 

Watch the complete Presidential Townhall debate video here:

Chris Brown Cops New NECK Tattoo, While Rihanna's Backstage Smoke Out Pics Get Released

Posted: 17 Oct 2012 07:50 AM PDT

Before we know it, Chris Brown's entire body will be covered in ink.  His latest tattoo is that of a lion.  And it's covering his entire neck.  Ouch!  Deets & the pic inside, plus what Rihanna was up to backstage at her concert right after she & Breezy reunited...

Chris showed off his adam's apple decoration yesterday.  And he called it a "Symbol of Christ and Freedom!"  And apparently to him, a lion equates to those things.

Are we feeling all this ink Breezy's got now?

 

Meanwhile, the day after Chris and Rihanna reunited with a date night at the Barclays Center, Rih hit the hookah backstage at her concert in Baku.  The pics just got released.  And as usual, the "Diamonds" chick looks like she knows how to have fun:

The VOGUE cover girl is currently chillin' out in L.A. while putting the finishing touches on her album, which drops next month.

BABY FAB: Rapper Tyga & Girlfriend Blac Chyna WELCOME King Cairo Stevenson!

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 05:08 PM PDT

 

Rapper Tyga and his boo Blac Chyna are now the proud parents of a bouncing baby boy.  Get the deets on the expanding YMCMB family and their new digs inside.

Congratulations are in order for rapper Tyga as his girlfriend Blac Chyna who recently gave birth to the couple's son King Cairo Stevenson. The bundle of joy came into the world at 7lbs and 1 oz and Tyga tweeted a pic of himself holding the baby saying,  

Blac Chyna also posted the news to her page.

Hopefully the couple gives those racks and strip clubs a rest while they dote on this little cutie.

And.........

King Cairo will surely have a nursery fit for his name as his pops just dropped $6.5 million on a mega-mansion in Calabasas, CA.  Its got 7 bedrooms, 8 baths, a movie theater, pool, spa, waterfall, sports court, and gym.  Tyga must be raking in the dough with those strip club bangers.

The home measures 9,200 square feet and includes a gold-leaf entry dome, four fireplaces, a multi-station camera security system and an in-ground trampoline.

His labelmate, who will now be Uncle Drake also lives in the area.  Nice!
 

Photos via Instagram/Trulia

UP FOR SALE: A Peek Inside Diddy's $8.5 MILLION New York Penthouse!

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 04:42 PM PDT

Diddy put his swanky $8.5 million midtown Manhattan penthouse on the market last month.  And now, we get a peek into just how the next multi-millionaire owner will be living.

 

Check out the luxe simplicity inside...

 

With his late homie Biggie on the wall and typical bachelor necessities like huge screen tv's, a man cave & liquor galore, it's easy to see how the self proclaimed King of New York could own this.  And if you notice a feminine touch, that's because Diddy's girlfriend Cassie, who also happens to be on his Bad Boy label, is rumored to have called this place home for a while now.

With crazy views of Central Park and plenty of NYC landmarks, the three-bedroom, 2,300-square-foot condo is touched with a few interesting and expensive items & features.

The next owner will sip their Moet from the 66th floor, enter through their marble foyer, play on the clear piano, stare at specially designed Venetian plaster on the walls, and watch movies from the cushy media room.  Oh, and their neighbors will be Deeprak Chopra and Mr. James Bond himself, Daniel Craig.

More pics: 

By the way, if these indeed are the digs of Cassie,  are the twosome moving in together soon?  They are very likely engaged afterall.  Time will tell...

 

Tyler Perry COVERS "Men's Health" NOVEMBER 2012 ISSUE, DISHES On His "Sexy"

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 02:11 PM PDT

 

Mega-mogul Tyler Perry covers the latest issue of Men's Health magazine where he talks losing 30lbs, investing in himself and feeling okay about being "sexy."  Oh?  Get the highlights inside....

In the latest issue of Men's Health, producer and director Tyler Perry talks about his road to success and reflects on the body transformation he went through for his role in Alex Cross (in theaters October 19).  And now that he's more comfortable with his body, he also revealed that he's cool with fans thinking he's sexy.  Yes, they're out there.  Here are the highlights:

Tyler on his 30-pound weight loss transformation for Alex Cross…
"I walk into a room with a lot more confidence. All my life I've tried to hide my height. I was taller than everybody else and stood out, so I would slouch and try to hide it. But with what I've been able to do with my body, I'm owning it. I'm standing up when I walk into a room.  Now, I feel like it's okay to be thought of as sexy."

On replacing Morgan Freeman as Alex Cross…
"I thought, 'Well, Morgan Freeman played this role, you might not want to do this, 'cause Morgan Freeman knocked it out of the park. But the more I read it, the more I realized that I could do it."

On expanding his brand in Alex Cross…
"With Alex Cross, people say it's off-brand, a little different. But it's on purpose. They release it here, release it internationally, and now my stock has gone up on my own catalogs. Everything is about moving the ship forward. . . .Outside the ship doesn't matter. What's in the ship is mine, and it's going in the direction I think it should go."

On his journey to success despite setbacks...
"I've worked my entire life to get to this place. The first 28 years of my life, it was hell and misery. Now I can do whatever I want. I don't want any drama; I don't want to argue; I don't want to answer to anybody. I've worked too hard to get here, and I'm loving this freedom."

On the importance of using your own money when doing business…
"The thing about using other people's money is they're going to set the rules. So at the beginning I used my money, kept reinvesting in myself. Now I own all my content, as opposed to having someone else own it and me being 'work for hire.' That's the difference between doing well and having generations of wealth to pass on to your children."

Looking good though Tyler!

Photos via Ture Lillegraven

SPOTTED: Nene Leakes DINES OUT With "Ex-Husband" Gregg And Son Brentt In Beverly Hills

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 01:09 PM PDT

"Real Housewives of Atlanta" star Nene Leakes was spotted out with her family in Beverly Hills recently.  See her with a cocktail and two of her fave men--including her ex--inside....

 

She's starring in "The New Normal" on NBC.  So it's only right most of her time is spent in Bevelry Hills these days.  And not the ATL.  So Nene Leakes was spotted having dinner with her ex-husband Gregg Leakes and son Brentt yesterday.

And, of course, the blondie hit up the nail shop for quick mani/pedi:

Earlier, "The New Normal" star was seen getting her nails down before meeting up with Gregg and Brentt.

Nene will soon be on the small screen twice a week with two shows as she tweeted her excitement about season 5 of "RHOA" saying, "Real Housewives Of Atlanta back on ur tv screen Sunday Nov 4th on Bravo!"

You ready for the drama?  P.S. Insiders tell us Nene is the SANE one this season. Check out the trailer below:


Photos via Zodiac / Splash News

 

Brandy ROCKS THE STAGE For The "Two Eleven" RELEASE Party

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 12:31 PM PDT

R&B starlet Brandy performed in New York City last night to celebrate the release of Two Eleven (in stores today).  See pics inside and watch B Rocka in the studio recording "Wildest Dreams."

Brandy performed at the Best Buy Theater in NYC last night to promote the release of her new album Two Eleven.   The album was executive produced by Breyon Prescott and Brandy herself, and it marks the end of the "Put It Down" singer's four year hiatus from the industry.

She put on her leathery best--almost like an updated look from her "I Wanna Be Down" days that we loved--to perform for her fans and celebrity friends last night.

Brandy will be in NYC all week doing promo for the disc with upcoming appearances on "GMA" and "Watch What Happens Live" on Thursday and "Wendy Williams" and "Live With Kelly and Michael" on Friday.  WORK.

Check out Brandy in the studio working on her newest single "Wildest Dreams" below:

 

Photos via WENN.com

Jay-Z And Ludacris Film DUELING Cognac Commercials + Frank Ocean Posts OPEN LETTER On Fame, His New Love & Oreos

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 11:51 AM PDT

Business moguls Ludacris and Jay-Z have both released commercials for their brands of cognac. Decide who made the best ad inside and read Frank Ocean's latest (interesting) open letter of ramblings to fans.

 

Jay-Z and Ludacris are both staking their claim on the cognac industry with the release of new ads for D'USSE and Conjure respectively. 

Jay-Z's ad (which is silent) appears to have been shot in a swanky apartment and shows the rapper smoking a cigar in slow motion while staring at the NYC skyline. 

Meanwhile, Ludacris' commercial took a more familiar approach as director Larenz Tate (yes...the actor) put the rapper amidst a room of party-goers in a lounge setting.  And former Danity Kane member D. Woods makes a cameo as the lounge's entertainment. 

Larenz talked about directing the clip saying, “It was a pleasure working with my good friend Chris Bridges on the Conjure commercial. It feels good to work alongside people you respect. I hope my vision as a director gives the world a glimpse of the new level that Chris is taking his cognac brand. Cheers!”

Watch Jay-Z's D'USSE commercial here:

 

 

Watch Ludacris' Conjure commercial here:

Who's Cognac commercial is best?

 

In other music news......

Frank Ocean posted an open letter (written in his "stream of consciousness" style) on his Tumblr recently where he let fans in on some of the things floating through his head.  In the Notepad letter, (he obviously hates paragraphs by the way), he talks about writing a novel, his new relationship, working with people like Jay-Z and Pharrell and reveals that Oreos don't taste good with almond milk. 

Frank ended by saying that he's working on a lot of music.  But judging from all the things going on in his head, maybe the homie could use a break. 

Check it out here:

 

Rihanna's "Styled To Rock" Show FLOPS IN The UK? + Dawn Richard ANNOUNCES "GoldenHeart" Release Date

Posted: 16 Oct 2012 11:36 AM PDT

Rihanna's UK-based reality show "Styled To Rock" has been a flop in the ratings and may not return for a second season. Get the deets inside and find out the release date of Dawn Richard's GoldenHeart.

Previously we told you about Rihanna (shown above heading to dinner at L.A. eatery Scarpetta last night) producing a reality show in the UK called "Styled To Rock," but don't expect it to make it across the pond anytime soon.  It's been on the air for over a month, and folks still aren't watching.

Unfortunately for RiRi, her midas touch in the music field didn't translate into television ratings for the Sky Living network.  One TV insider told the Daily Mail UK, 'There are no plans to bring it back. Commissioners lost confidence in the project.'

Ratings revealed that only 95,000 viewers tuned in to watch the first episode of the fashion design show. But there may be a glimmer of hope for the "Diamonds" singer as a Sky Living source said: 'It is far too early to make a decision." 

Will a publicity stunt ensue to boost the viewership?

 

In other music news....

Singer Dawn Richard has announced a new release date for her upcoming full-length debut album GoldenHeart.  The disc will hit stores worldwide on January 15, 2013, thanks to a distribution deal Dawn recently signed with Altavoz Distribution.

Dawn, whose previous Armor On EP was only available digitally, spoke about the new deal saying,

“It’s a movement, we are starting here. After all our hard work, we finally are expanding our art into stores. We wanted to make GoldenHeart available to all [Hearts], not just digitally. The project is too amazing to be limited to one portal of access. It’s time to get excited. This is a big deal for us!”

 

Watch Dawn's special announcement about GoldenHeart here:

Loves her.

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