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2009 NAACP IMAGE AWARDS

Published on 2009-02-12 22:36:00

Tyler Perry and Halle Berry hosted the 40th Annual NAACP Image Awards at Hollywood's Shrine Auditorium which air on FOX earlier tonight. Diddy and JHud walked away as winners... Angela and Vanessa Simmons came through with their Uncle Russell and cousins Ming Lee and Aoki Lee... Did you know that Taraji shares the same manager with Halle Berry? Same shoes... Taraji backstage with Wendy

NEWSSTAND: KATIE HOLMES FOR MIU MIU + AUBREY O'DAY FOR PLAYBOY

Published on 2009-02-11 20:21:00

Here are the complete and fierce photo shoot taken of Katie Holmes in support of the latest Miu Miu print AD campaign. See the previous snapshots in this blog post. No More Being Mrs. Tom Cruise??(Thanks Fashion For Breakfast & FavoredFashionFix!)A heavily photo edited Aubrey O'Day (formerly of Danity Kane) can be seen on the March 2009 cover edition of Playboy magazine. The accompanying

JENNIFER HUDSON - "IF THIS ISN'T LOVE" VIDEO

Published on 2009-02-11 20:03:00

The long awaited Jennifer Hudson music video for her second official single If this Isn't Love has finally hit the online community via PopEater. If This Isn't Love can be heard on Jennifer's self-titled debut record. Try not to sing along with JHud on this infectious tune.ALTERNATE LINKThis video also happen to be the first video JHud worked on ever since the murders of her mother, brother and

ENRIQUE & CIARA AT NFL PRO BOWL + TAKIN' BACK MY LOVE VIDEO

Published on 2009-02-11 18:44:00

Enrique Iglesias collaborated with Ciara on his new single, "Takin' Back My Love" which they performed for the first time at the 2009 NFL Pro Bowl halftime show in Honolulu, Hawaii. These two did a great job from the vocals especially with the support of the marching band. Love that Herve Leger skirt! (Thanks Sincerely Ciara!)alternate linkCheck out the official video spot for "Takin Back My Love

CHRISTINA MILIAN AND MARIAH LOVES MELODY EHSANI DESIGNS.

Published on 2009-02-11 17:05:00

Christina Milian appeared on the April/May 2009 cover of KING magazine in Melody Ehsani round geometric earrings. The men's magazine nicknamed Christina as "Ms. Milli" for its 50th issue.Photo: KINGMariah Carey also had on Melody Ehsani designs for her "My Love" music video shoot with her husband Nick Cannon and The Dream. MC wore a custom made "MIMI" necklace with Pink Leopard Swarovski Bamboo.

NEWSSTAND: MADONNA & JESUS FOR W

Published on 2009-02-11 15:59:00

In better-late-than-never-news, Madonna alongside her rumored boyfriend Jesus Luz pose for W magazine which was shot on location in Brazil. According to Jenna, Madonna wore a fitted strapless DVB (#8 the Orthez) dress. Snapped by Steven Klein, these nearly naked (NSFW) photos in more ways than one confirm Madonna and Jesus' relationship.Photos: W/ElleOne thing for certain is that Madonna knows

DESTINY'S CHILD REUNITED

Published on 2009-02-11 15:10:00

Michelle Williams and Beyonce Knowles were spotted at (new X-Factor Judge) Kelly Rowland's surprise birthday party which was hosted by Tank and LaLa Vasquez at Opera in Hollywood last night. This marks the first public appearance of Kelly with her former Destiny's Child bandmates after she split up with her manager Mathew Knowles. (Kelly's actual birthday is today - February 11, 1981.)LaLa

VIDEOS: ROBIN THICKE, PCD, THE DREAM, PILES & ASHANTI

Published on 2009-02-11 09:23:00

Robin Thicke finally release the Anthony Mandler-directed video spot for his latest single, "Dreamworld" off his album, Something Else. Love ballads has definitely become Robin's strong forte.The Pussycat Dolls release another dance anthem off their sophomore album, Doll Domination, called "Bottle Pop." The original single feature Snoop Dogg - who collaborated with PCD previously on "Buttons."

HALLE, GABE AND TARAJI AT MR. C HOW + HALLE'S ESSENCE COVER

Published on 2009-02-11 08:48:00

Oscar nominee Taraji P. Henson joined couple Halle Berry and Gabriel Aubry for dinner at Mr. Chow restaurant in Beverly Hills last night.Photos: SPLASH via Gossip GirlsHalle opened up about her relationship with Calvin Klein model Gabriel who she has a 9-month-old daugher Nahla with to Essence magazine (March 2009/ Hollywood Special Edition).On dating a White man: “I tried Black men. I tried,”

MICHELLE OBAMA COVERS VOGUE MARCH 2009

Published on 2009-02-11 07:36:00

First Lady Michelle Obama can be seen on the March 2009 cover edition of VOGUE magazine in a magenta Jason Wu silk sheath dress. Vogue's editor at large Andre Leon Talley interviewed Michelle while Annie Leibovitz snapped the portraits of Mrs. Obama at the Hay-Adams Hotel and as well as The White House. FUN FACT: Michelle became the second first lady ever to be featured on the cover of the

COUPLES NEWS: KELIS PREGNANT UPDATE, TAMEKA'S SURGERY STATUS, ERYKAH'S TWITTER BABY, MEL B-EDDIE MURPHY BABY DRAMA.

Published on 2009-02-10 19:01:00

Nas confirmed that his wife Kelis IS pregnant with their first child during this MTV News interview. News broke via Us Weekly last month. Nas and Kelis have been married since January 2005. spotted at Mrs Grapevine Nas on the baby's sex: "Yeah, man, I find out what it's gonna be next week, so I'm happy," said the rapper, who has a 15-year-old daughter from a previous relationship. "I got

THE CHRIS BROWN-RIHANNA GRAMMY HOOPLA

Published on 2009-02-10 12:15:00

Shortly after Chris Brown and Rihanna left Clive Davis' pre-Grammy bash (see below), they got into a heated argument that resulted in visible body injuries on both parties.Because of this incident that occurred in Chris' rented Lamborghini (see below), they didn't attend the 2009 Grammy Awards. Rihanna supposedly pressed charges and Chris was arrested for alleged domestic violence felony battery.

INDIA.ARIE FEAT. MUSIQ - CHOCOLATE HIGH

Published on 2009-02-03 10:20:00

Close friends India.Arie and Musiq Soulchild collaborated on her new single, "Chocolate High" off her upcoming album, Testimony: Vol. 2 Love & Politics.alternate linkThese two have great chemistry as reflected in the video. (Hmmm...are these two trying to tell us something???) Anyhow I love the feel good vibe Chocolate Vibe has going on. 4 days before Valentine's Day, India drops her new album.

JAZMINE SULLIVAN ON GMA

Published on 2009-02-03 09:55:00

Jazmine Sullivan, 5 time Grammy nominee, performed her current single, "Lions, Tears & Bears" on ABC show, "Good Morning America." It's clear to see why Jazmine earned all her Grammy nominations off her debut album, Fearless.alternate Link Next up for Jazmine is the 2009 Grammy Awards airing live on February 4th on CBS. In the meantime, check out her interview with Katie Couric for "All Access

50 CENT/RICK ROSS BEEF ADDS TIA KEMP

Published on 2009-02-02 21:27:00

The on-going beef between Rick Ross and 50 Cent took an unexpected turn when 50 invited Rick's baby mama Tia Kemp on his online blog community THISIS50.COM. (Oh my damn, 50!) Apparently Tia (who has a son with Rick) has a tell-all expose in the works called, Tia's Diary: Deeper Than Rap, out March 2009.alternate link50 took a step further with a new cartoon series called "Locked Up: Officer Ricky

SPOTTED: GARCELLE, NE-YO & BEYONCE

Published on 2009-02-02 19:54:00

Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon was spotted out and about with her adorable twin sons Jax Joseph and Jaid Thomas over the weekend.Photos: Splash via BCKNe-Yo put on a blonde wig as he took a photo with Lady Gaga at the taping of BBC2 Music Show 'Sound.' You gotta love his sense of humor - LOL!Photos: WIREIMAGEBeyonce Knowles-Carter was spotted outside a Midtown Restaurant dressed up in a gray Herve Leger

KEEPING UP WITH TARAJI, VIOLA & FREIDA

Published on 2009-02-02 19:10:00

Oscar nominees Viola Davis (Doubt) and Taraji P. Henson (Curious Case of Benjamin Button) have been spotted at various industry events looking like they stepped off the runway.Slumdog Millionaire actress Freida Pinto also looked hip and fab at the 61st Annual DGA Awards. Love that Zac Posen one shoulder sequin dress.Viola just signed on to appear in the psychological thriller Law Abiding Citizen

SPOTTED: BOBBI KRISTINA & ASHANTI + KEYSHIA COLE & FRANKIE'S VIBE COVER

Published on 2009-02-02 17:24:00

Bobbi Kristina, the 15-year-old daughter of Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown, was spotted outside LAX Airport with her famous mother. That's one mean facial expression Bobbi is giving her mom (LOL!). Rumor has that Bobby is about to be father again. (Bobby has been in long-term relationship with Alicia Etheridge.) Head on over to MrsGrapevine for the scoop.spotted at BLACKCELEBKIDS via Bauer

MONICA IN THE STUDIO WITH JD & B.COX

Published on 2009-02-02 12:55:00

Monica joined Jermaine Dupri's YouTube blog Living The Life alongside writer Bryan-Michael Cox. The video gave insight between the friendly brother/sister interaction between Monica, JD, and B.Cox.alternative linkMonica even gave some relationship advice to B. Cox...which was entertaining to see. JD and B.Cox worked on a hot ballad for Monica's upcoming music project. JD and Monica worked

ERYKAH BADU HAD A BABY GIRL + MARIAH, NICK & THE DREAM ON "MY LOVE" SET

Published on 2009-02-02 11:22:00

Jay Electronica, the boyfriend of Erykah Badu, announced on his twitter page that he and Erykah just welcomed a baby daughter on February 1st at 1:30 PM. No name was mentioned but since Analog Girl Erykah has a son named Seven Sirius (with Andre3000) and a daughter named Puma Rose (with The D.O.C.) one can expected a rather unique name. Congrats to Jay and Erykah!As reported earlier, Nick Cannon

JHUD AT SUPER BOWL 2009

Published on 2009-02-01 19:26:00

Jennifer Hudson's rendition of the National Anthem (The Star Spangled Banner) at Super Bowl XLIII simply blew me away. JHud performed the song her own way with smooth vocals and tone. -Tear!- Photos: WireImage & AP. Video spotted at Yardie!As her first performance since her family tragedy, Jennifer didn't do the vocal theatrics like heard on "And I Am Telling You" but she instead kept it

CIARA - NEVER EVER VIDEO

Published on 2009-01-31 15:21:00

Ciara released the video treatment for her new single, "Never Ever" featuring Young Jeezy last night on BET's "Access Granted." True to form, Ciara exhibited the one known factor about her talent - dancing.click HERE if you can't see the video.I love that Ciara and the video director Chris Robinson added a snippet of "Promise" in the beginning. Close friend Monica and Usher's R&B group One Chance

TARAJI'S OSCAR BASH + KIMORA & DJIMON AT PUSH PREMIERE

Published on 2009-01-30 12:02:00

Taraji P. Henson had a private dinner celebration for her Oscar nomination at Mastro's Steakhouse. Close friends Sanaa Lathan, Nia Long, John Singleton, and her Baby Boy co-star Tyrese showed her support at the small gathering.Pregnant Kimora Lee supported her equally happy boyfriend Djimon Hounsou's Push movie premiere last night in Westwood, Californina. Kimora and Djimon are engaged and this

KHLOE & RASHAD SPLIT + RIHANNA'S DREAM DUET

Published on 2009-01-30 09:14:00

Just as quickly Khloe Kardashian defended her new relationship with Rashad McCants, Khloe updated her blog with news that it's a wrap! Photo via Khloe Kardashian Blog In Khloe's words... Hey guys. I wanted you all to be the first to hear the news that as of last night Rashad and I are no longer together. Relationships are hard enough as is when you live in the same city, and he’s in a

USHER & JD IN THE STUDIO + MIMI & NICK UPDATE

Published on 2009-01-29 21:53:00

Usher joined Jermanie Dupri in this latest video blog taken during their joint studio session. Keep your eyes lock on that not really new tattoo Usher showed off. From what I tell it's a tribute to his brother JLack and his two sons Cinco and Naviyd Ely. (Fast forward to the 7:29 mark.)You can tell these two (JD and Usher) go way back. So this video blog update without a doubt confirms that