Wednesday, March 20, 2013

The Young, Black, and Fabulous

The Young, Black, and Fabulous


SPOTTED: Nene Leakes & Laura Govan DINE OUT At Mr. Chow

Posted: 20 Mar 2013 08:48 AM PDT

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"The New Normal" star Nene Leakes was spotted out with "BBW LA" star Laura Govan last night.  Find out where the ladies went inside...

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Nene Leakes, who's making moves in Hollywood on three shows, "The New Normal", "Glee" and "RHOA", was spotted heading into Mr. Chow with "BBW" star Laura Govan last night in Beverly Hills. 

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Nene was seen rocking the 15-carat engagement ring which she received from her ex-husband turned new fiance Gregg Leakes.  We wonder if they'll be a big Bravo wedding special?!  She said recently on "TheView" she hasn't decided if it will be televised.  But she does want a big modern wedding, since her first one was not.

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"Basketball Wife" Laura Govan dined out with Nene for the evening.  Later, the pair was seen driving away in Laura's car. We're sure Laura is looking for a way to extend her 15-mins since VH1 didn't seem too happy with her and her co-stars this season.  Plus, we hear she's spending much of her time in China where her fiance Gilbert Arenas plays professional b-ball.  Time will tell what happens with her reality career....

 

Photos via VLUV / Splash News

Christina Milian & Adrienne Bailon TWIRL For The 'Skirts Only' Fashion Show

Posted: 20 Mar 2013 07:38 AM PDT

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Christina Milian and Adrienne Bailon were amongst the women who twirled over to last night's "Skirts Only" fashion show in New York.  See the pics inside...

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Young Money artist Christina Milian was among the high profile Latina women who sat front row at the "Skirts Only" fashion show in New York last night.

The "Skirts Only" show was put on by the Orgullosa program, a project of household cleaning giant P&G, which celebrates the achievement of Latina women.

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Christina was joined by one of her BFFs, red carpet lover Adrienne Bailon.  She rocked a bright pink taffeta skirt with flower detail and a black leather trimmed tank.

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Christina looked gorgeous in a long, flowing purple maxi dress. 

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The singer chicks sat front row center as they paid homage to their community.

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Christina, who recently shot a few scenes for Birdman's "Tapout" video, is working on her debut disc for Young Money.

And it appears she called it a night early on...since she is a mom afterall.  Shortly after the show, she tweeted, "Goodnight...#NYC The Night Is Yours."

Pretty looks for the ladies.

 

Photos via PCN/Instagram/Splash News

DINNER DATE: LaLa Anthony Gets Sexy For Dinner With Bestie Kim K.

Posted: 20 Mar 2013 07:02 AM PDT

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VH1 reality star LaLa Anthony spent last night grabbing dinner with her best friend and mom-to-be, E! reality star Kim Kardashian.  And the ladies got dolled up for their QT in Beverly Hills.

 

Pics inside....

The twosome were spotted all smiles and holding hands while they made their way past the paps to enter Crustacean Restaurant.  LaLa rocked a sexy tailored white suit with a bra top, while Kim rocked her usual all black with a touch of lace look to cover her baby bump:
 

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LaLa's "Full Court Life" show is currently airing on VH1 in its third season.  And Kim's show "Kourtney & Kim Take Miami" is still in rotation on E!.  So we're sure the gals had a lot to catch up on...reality shows, relationships, mommyhood and clothes.  Major dinner talk.

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La also snapped a pic for Instagram of her holding K's baby bump.  Fun times.

 

Photos: Fame/Instagram

Nicki Minaj Wants You To Know....She's Got (Real) Long Hair

Posted: 20 Mar 2013 06:23 AM PDT

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When a celeb chick rocks wigs & weaves 100% of the time, sometimes, she feels compelled to show you what's really under all that wiggery and weavery.  "High School" rapper Nicki Minaj posted a pic of her real hair to show her fans last night.  Check it inside....

Wigs & weave protect real hair from all the heat and styling celebs go through almost daily.  So Trini chick Nicki let the world see what's underneath all her blonde wiggery last night saying, "#LongHairDontCare #HangTime #ImaWearItOutWhenItTouchesMyASS".

So if you ever wanted to know.....

 

Photo: Nicki's Twitter

BUSTED: Too Short Runs From The Police, Popped For DUI And FELONY DRUG POSSESSION

Posted: 20 Mar 2013 05:50 AM PDT

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Rapper Too Short was busted in LA for DUI and felony drug possession AFTER running from the cops.  Get details about the arrest inside...

 

Blow The Whistle! Rapper Too Short attempted to evade cops in the LA this morning, resulting in an arrest on DUI and felony drug possession.  

Too Short aka Todd Anthony Shaw, 46, was pulled over for a traffic violation earlier and was asked to step out of his vehicle. When cops tried to give Todd a breathalyzer, he decided (while obviously under the influence) to take off running down the street. Of course.....we know what happens when a dude taking off running and they have their pants sagging. He trips. WOMP.

The cops placed Todd under arrest and once inside the vehicle, he reportedly tried to dump his drugs in the back in the police cruiser. Sigh.

Now, according to TMZ, he's being booked for DUI and felony narcotics possession. At least 5-0 didn't add "resisting arrest" to it as well.

We'll keep you posted.....

 

VIDEO FAB: Justin Timberlake's "Mirrors"

Posted: 19 Mar 2013 09:13 PM PDT

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In an emotionally powerful video for his new single "Mirrors," Justin Timberlake is telling the story of how vintage love can show you what your future love will entail.

 

Check out the video inside...

Justin went the mini-movie route for his new video for "Mirrors," fresh off his 20/20 Experience in stores today.   It's 8 minutes and 21 seconds of a personal love story, and Justin doesn't show up until well past the 5 minute mark.

The singer showcased his grandparents' 63 years of marriage (he dedicates the video to "William & Sadie") and their long time love in the sweet video, complete with mirror effects.  Justin's grandfather, William, died late last year and also missed Justin's wedding to Jessica Beil because of his failing health.  JT seems to have depicted a torch being passed to him and his own new marriage.

Check out the Floria Sigismondi-directed video for "Mirrors" below:

Bruno Mars Gets Suited Up In "GQ" + Funny Chicks Torrei Hart & Simone Shepherd SPOOF Beyonce

Posted: 19 Mar 2013 04:25 PM PDT

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Bruno Mars covers the latest issue of GQ where he talks about writing hit songs and wears this season's latest tuxedo jackets.  See the photoshoot inside and watch comediennes Torrei Hart and Simone Shepherd spoof Beyonce and Destiny's Child shutting down the power at Super Bowl 2013.

 

In the April 2013 issue GQ, "Billionaire" singer Bruno Mars discusses his vintage style and hit writing process for his own hit album, Unorthodox Jukebox. And while modeling how readers can work tuxedo jackets (through photos by Peggy Sirota) into their everyday wardrobe, he talks about his journey as a muscian.  And he also shares some of the setbacks that helped teach him some of life's biggest lessons.   Get to know Bruno Mars in the new GQ.  He's a breath of fresh air to us.  

Here's some highlights: 

 

On using metaphors for sex and religion in "Locked Out of Heaven":

"You're not listening to it right if you're picking it apart like that. You know? I can't overthink everything I wrote or worry about that kind of stuff. Hopefully people should know. There's no blasphemy. Or insult to any religion. It's just fucking poetry, whether you believe me or not."
 

On the difficulty of writing hit songs:

"You know how hard it is to write a big song? That shit is hard, man. It's so hard to do. Might be one of the hardest things to ever do. I don't ever want to come out with something safe and get away with 'It sounds good!' It's got to be more than sounding good. The music I like are events. Fucking 'Bohemian Rhapsody'is my favorite song—that song's an event. And that's what I want to do. I'm sure that shocked the world, that song. 'Billie Jean' shocked the world. 'Smells Like Teen Spirit.' Those songs are events. That guy put everything he got into that, and he meant it."

On what he learned from getting busted for cocaine possession:

"'I can take this shit away from you, young man.' That was the lesson. You've slaved away for years and years and years. You've prepped your whole life. It's all you know how to do. You're a kid experiencing life in fucking Sin City, and that was the lesson: It can all be taken away. Put you in a weird place. Embarrass you."
 

Check out Bruno's photoshoot here:

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Blazer and pocket square by Dior Homme; Tank top by Dolce & Gabbana; Pants by Balmain. Loafers; Sunglasses by ViennaLine. Watch by Rolex.

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Blazer and pants by Dsquared2; T-shirt by Burberry Brit; Necklace by Bing Bang; Watch by Rolex.

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Tuxedo and shirt by Emporio Armani; Tie by Saint Laurent by Hedi Slimane; Shoes by Dior Homme; Pocket square and tie bar by The Tie Bar; Ring by Tiffany & Co.

See the rest of Bruno Mars stylish tuxedo photoshoot over at GQ.

 

Watch BTS video where Bruno describes getting some fashion sense from like Mr. T:

 

And the comedic acting duo Torrei Hart and Simone Shepherd (aka Pretty Funny Fish) teamed up with actress Bresha Webb from TV One's "Love That Girl") for their latest sketch comedy “Beyonce Bow Down.” The sketch tells America "what really went down" behind the scenes that led to the power outage at the 2013 Super Bowl.

 

Keshia Knight Pulliam Claps Back At Critics About Her "Splash" Body + Tatyana Ali DISHES On HOOKING UP With Drake And Her 1-Night Stand

Posted: 19 Mar 2013 02:55 PM PDT

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"Splash" star Keshia Knight Pulliam has snapped back at folks commenting on her swimsuit body.  See what she said inside and watch Tatyana Ali dish on popping bottles with Drake and defend her one-night stand comment.

 

Keshia Knight Pulliam stopped by VH1's "Big Morning Buzz" to promote tonight's debut episode of the ABC diving competition series "Splash." During the chat, she joked that, "There's no other sport where your goal is to land on your head."  

And while talking about all the bumps and bruises she endured while filming the show, Keshia also addressed the criticism she's received about her body once pics from the set leaked.

"As a woman, I don't care how confident you are, you have those moments.  And I know a lot of people who said 'Why did you do it?" Well, I have a non-profit called Kamp Kizzy and it's all about empowerment and self-esteem.  And I was like, I tell my girls this all the time, so I have to live it.  I have to be that example.  You have those moments....but I am who I am and I have to love and embrace myself."

Fans of the former Cosby kid and "House of Payne" star can catch Keshia tonight on the premiere of ABC's "Splash", at 7/8pm CT. 

Watch the interview here:

 

Also on tv talk shows.....

"Second Generation Wayans" star Tatyana Ali stopped by "The Wendy Williams Show" today where the host got the actress to open up about her life as a child star.  And Tatyana also cleared up a few controversial comments she made about one-night stands.  

But before they could get to her thoughts on hooking up, Wendy blindsided Tatyana with a pic of her boo'd up with rapper Drake.  When Wendy asked if they had hooked up, Tatyana began blushing wildly and refused to confirm "yes or no."  But while smiling and laughing like a school girl, she told a story about him buying her a bottle of champagne at the Supper Club in LA for her birthday, and ended by saying, "I think he's amazing...I think he's awesome."

We're sure.

The subject of "hooking up" with Drake led to a discussion of one-night stands. In a recent "Q-n-A" with The HuffPost, Tatyana gave one very shocking answer that she had to clear up on "Wendy."  In the article, it read

Q. What's your guiltiest pleasure?
A. Bread pudding with chocolate! And one-night stands.

The little tidbit set off a wave of nasty and judgmental comments.  Tatyana said the comment was tongue-in-cheek but she was surprised by the backlash she received with this being 2013!  She went on to say that "if" the comment were true....she's a grown woman! Wendy chimed in and said women have the right to live their lives and make choices...as long as they are being responsible.

The BET star also revealed that she was very close to her first tv mom, Janet Hubert (the first Aunt Viv) and her tumultuous departure was like a divorce.  She said Janet taught her how to ride horses amongst other things.  She also commented that tension ran high on the set, but Will Smith NEVER made the cast choose between him or Janet.  

Watch the clip above.

 

Photos: Pacific Coast News

EXCLUSIVE: Lance Gross Reveals If WEDDING BELLS Are Ringing With Girlfriend Rebecca Jefferson

Posted: 19 Mar 2013 02:00 PM PDT

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While promoting his new film Temptation, Lance Gross talked exclusively to TheYBF.com about his relationship with his hot stylist girlfriend, pictured above, Rebecca Jefferson, and if they are planning to walk down the aisle.  Get the deets inside...

 

Temptation star Lance Gross should have learned a thing or two about marriage after his latest intense role in the Tyler Perry flick.  So when we saw Mr. Gross looking so in love at Saturday night's Atlanta premiere, we had to ask if he's ready to jump the broom himself with girlfriend Rebecca Jefferson.

"That's big!" Lance dished to TheYBF.com on the red carpet. "Not anytime soon, not anytime soon. I'm comfortable where I am. We're in a great place, we're in love, just taking it slow."

Awww.

Also, the busy actor told us about his newest role in an upcoming unnamed NBC series:

"I'm playing a secret service agent. It's a political, drama, action show. I'm playing a secret service agent, I'm working my first day on the President's son's detail, he get's kidnapped under my detail. So it's my responsibility. I won't tell you too much, but it's a lot of action."

And we can expect for him to take on another Tyler Perry flick in between in his TV gigs....if the script is good.  He revealed about his character this go-round:

My character Brice, he is a small town guy, he works very hard. He married his childhood sweetheart, played by Jurnee Smollett-Bell, whose character's name is Judith. In his relationship, he has kinda lost touch and got comfortable in his situation that he's in.  He stopped doing the things that he use to do. It's kind of like flat, so that's when the temptation comes in. This other guy played by Robbie Jones comes in the picture and shows her a whole new world.
 

Check out Lance Gross when Temptation hits theaters March 29th.

 

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REMEMBER HER? Check Out What "R&B Divas L.A." Star Michel'le Looks Like NOW...

Posted: 19 Mar 2013 01:20 PM PDT

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She rose to fame in the 90's with her hits "Something In My Heart" & "Nicety" while on Death Row Records.  And now, Michel'le's gearing up to star in the upcoming season of "R&B Divas L.A." 

 

Peep what the songstress looks now while shopping it up in L.A. yesterday....

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43-year-old Michel'le Toussant made her way to the MAC Pro makeup store in L.A. yesterday.  And we barely recognized her as she was spotted getting a mini makeover while shopping solo.

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The singer will star on the upcoming new show "R&B Divas LA," which is a spinoff of the original "R&B Divas" based in Atlanta. 

The TV One show, airing this fall, will hopefully showcase her life as the mother of Dr. Dre's son (they share a 22-year-old son named Marcel). 

And we want to know her current status with ex-husband, Suge Knight, who she filed child support papers on back in 2010 in order to keep her support money the same.   Suge previously filed papers saying his income was about $1,300/month, so Michel'le's child support payments, for their daughter Bailel, threatened to go from $13,000 a month down to $302 a month.

We'll be watching...

 

Photos: SPLASH 

MUSIC & VIDEO ROUND UP: Nicki Minaj & Weezy's BTS Video For "High School" + John Legend's "The Beginning" + Jordan Blue/Shorty Da Prince's "That Aint Cool"

Posted: 19 Mar 2013 12:23 PM PDT

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Nicki Minaj is showing off her flotation devices in the jacuzzi for the BTS footage for her upcoming video for "High School."  Check out Weezy going to the L.A. set (before his seizures), and new music from John Legend and a new video from BET's Shorty Da Prince...

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Nicki Minaj filmed her "High School" video while parlaying in L.A.  And she's flaunting that sex appeal she's come to love about herself lately.  For the upbeat track off her latest album Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded – The Re-Up, Lil Wayne is featured and he also shows up for the video.  Everything was shot before he was hospitalized for seizures.

Check out Nicki and her neon monokini giving that jacuzzi some life in the BTS video below:

 

 

BET's "106 & Park" host Shorty Da Prince recently dropped a music video as he continues to embark on a rap career.  He raps under the name Jordan Blue, and we've got his newest visuals for his track "That Ain't Hot" below.  Decide if the St. Louis native's got what it takes to be a rapper in this game:

We feelin' it?

 

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And John Legend just dropped a brand new song off his upcoming album, Love In The Future. Check out "The Beginning" below, his first single off his new LP.  Is John getting back to the beginnings of what he does best?

EXCLUSIVE: Kandi Burruss Dishes Marriage Advice, If She's Returning To "RHOA", & Why BRAVO Told Her NOT To Sue Kim Zolciak

Posted: 19 Mar 2013 10:52 AM PDT

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As she gears up for her wedding to fiance' Todd Tucker, Kandi Burruss is dishing her own marriage advice to TheYBF.com.  And also tells us a bit about the upcoming "Real Housewives of Atlanta" reunion show, if she's returning to the show, and why BRAVO is pissy she's suing Kim Zolciak.

The engaged Kandi Burruss has some marriage advice already.  And it's the smartest we've heard so far. 

"Well, I learned from housewives that I shouldn't be giving other people advice about their marriage," Kandi, in a yellow peplum Karen Millen dress, dished exclusively to TheYBF.com at the Atlanta premiere of Temptation this past Saturday.

She continued, "I felt bad [about how the girls treated co-star Porsha Sewart on the L.A. trip]. After I went back and watched it, I was like 'oh that was wrong'. My mama always said you're not supposed to speak on other people's marriages, so that's my advice.  Just mind your own business and don't be trying to talk about it to other people who are not married."

Duly noted, Kandi. 

 

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Check out what else the singer/songwriter revealed to us about whether she'll return to "RHOA" and why she's going forth with this lawsuit against former co-star Kim Zolciak over "Tardy For The Party".

On if she's returning to "Real Housewives of Atlanta" for another season: You know what, this year I have to say, [this season] was a lot better. I mean we didn't have drama, it was more funny stuff to me. When Kim left the at the top of the season, it actually made things better for the rest of us. We had little things here and there, but it was cool. I'm not totally done with "Real Housewives", but at the same time I'm more excited for "Kandi Factory". Just because it's not about drama at all. It's about the music and me helping people. And I'm executive producer on that, so it's a little different.

On the controversy over her newest single "Stay Prayed Up": At times it made me feel really bad. But other times, I was just like, you know, I've gotten use to people having things to say. I was just doing what's true to me. I would like to do more Gospel, but at the same time, I don't think people are ready for that from me.

On last week's "RHOA" reunion taping: I had to sleep all day from Thursday. It was an all day training event, but it was cool.

On why BRAVO wouldn't Kandi speak on her lawsuit against Kim Zolciak at the reunion taping:  Well, [producers] don't want me to sue her.  You know when you're on a show together, they say you're not suppose to sue each other. But what I'm suing her for has nothing to do with the show.
 

Kandi, pictured above joking around at the premiere with her producer fiance Todd, will premiere "The Kandi Factory" spinoff on April 9th on BRAVO.

 

Photo: KingDomLos' Instagram

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