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The Screen Actors Guild Award is an accolade given annually by the Screen Actors Guild, or SAG, to recognize outstanding performances by its members.
This year actors Alfre Woodard and Denzel Washington received nominations for their acclaimed performances on film and television.
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You know, sometimes it seems the more “right” you do in your career, as a woman, the less successful you’ll be in love and relationships—that is, according to the constant media reports and barbershop/salon chats supporting the notion.
Study: ‘When both male and females were employed, the odds of [abuse] were more than two times higher than when the male was the only breadwinner in the partnership.’
News report: ‘Pop star and actress Christina Aguilera and TV star Courteney Cox joined the ranks of so many famous women who can claim successful careers, but not successful marriage. …In most, if not all, of these cases, the female half of the power couple was making more money than her then-husband, and at a career high when the marriage falls apart.’
Relationship expert: ‘There is a misconception that men are intimidated by the educational, professional and financial statuses of successful black women. This is true when women are only exposed to groups of immature men who lack motivation.’
A neighbor: Oh, that’s nice. You’re doing big things. So where’s your husband? No kids? That’s too bad…
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Writer and image activist Michaela Angela Davis is taking on a new project that might put a few women of Atlanta-based reality shows out of work.
In a recent interview with television personality Jacque Reid, Davis spoke about a new campaign she’s introducing at Spelman College called “Bury the Ratchet” that aims to improve the depictions of Black women in mainstream media.
“[Many women] find when they say they’re from Atlanta the first image that comes to mind is mean, gold digging women,” she explained to Reid. “It has become completely evident that there has been a brand of women from Atlanta that are adverse to what most of these women are like.”
The former Editor-in-Chief for Honey magazine is widely known for exploring race, gender and urban style through the lens of popular culture. Davis says that “Bury the Ratchet” is more of a “pro-leadership” campaign rather than an “anti-reality show” movement.
“The goal [of the movement] is to get the spotlight off the ratchetness and on the successful women in Atlanta.”
NewsOne reports Davis will also launch a symposium at Spelman in March 2013, where she will engage other African-American leaders to analyze how reality television is harming Black culture. It is her hope to produce a public service announcement to show how young Black women feel about their image in media.
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UN Ambassador Susan Rice, who is expected to get the Secretary of State nomination, is out and about in NYC on Dec. 11. Photo: Dara Kushner/INFphoto.com
Akon gives a homeless man $20 while leaving Catch nightclub in NYC on Dec. 11. Photo: Dario Alequin/INFphoto.com
Norm Lewis of “Scandal” attends the Les Miserables premiere at the Ziegfeld Theatre in NYC on Dec. 10.
Nicole Scherzinger and beau Lewis Hamilton depart Zuma restaurant in Knightsbridge, London on Dec. 10.
Kelis shops with son Knight Jones at Saks Fifth Avenue in Beverly Hills on Dec. 10. Photo: INFphoto.com
Meagan Good doesn’t let a little rain dampen her spirits while on the set of “Deception” in NYC on Dec. 9.
Looks like Elvira LeToya Luckett dressed for the wrong holiday while attending the Voli Light Vodka’s Holiday Party, hosted by Fergie and benefiting Cellphones for Soldiers, at SkyBar in the Mondrian Hotel in West Hollywood on Dec. 9.
Yes, that’s Cynthia Bailey hanging out at “Watch What Happens Live” on Dec. 9 in NYC.
Idris Elba attends the British Independence Film Awards at Old Billingsgate Market in London on Dec. 9.
Chrisette Michele celebrates her birthday, which is Dec. 8, at Mansion Elan nightclub in Atlanta.
Rita Ora hits up the Captial FM Jingle Ball in London on Dec. 9. Photo: Famous/ACE/INFphoto.com
Beyonce takes an expensive camera to Art Basel in Miami to photograph her favorite works, Dec. 9. Photo: INFphoto.com
Alicia Keys performs on “Wetten Dass,” Germany’s biggest live TV show, in Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany on Dec. 8. Photo: INFPhoto.com
Jennifer Hudson looks casually glamorous as she heads for a drive in NYC on Dec. 6. Photo: Dara Kushner/INFphoto.com
Mel B. gets a pedicure at Joseph Mourad Hair & Beauty Salon in Sydney on Dec. 5. Photo: INFphoto.com
Lil Wayne and two buds sit court-side at the Notre Dame Baylor women’s basketball game in Southbend, Ind. on Dec. 5. Photo: INFphoto.com
After fans learned that Alex Rodriguez will miss most of the baseball season as a result of hip surgery, he’s seen walking around Art Basel in Miami Beach on Dec. 5. Photo: INFphoto.com
Lea Michele and Zoe Saldana share a moment at the Marie Claire Hollywood Dinner at Fig & Olive Melrose Place in L.A. on Dec. 4.
Sean Combs took it ol’ school, donning a Mercedes Benz logo gold pendant and velour tracksuit, as he arrives for a flight at LAX airport in L.A. on Dec. 4.
Olympic gold medalist Gabrielle Douglas signs copies of her memoir Grace, Gold, and Glory: My Leap of Faith at an NYC Barnes & Noble on Dec. 4.
NeNe Leakes attends the 2012 Jingle Ball, hosted by KIIS FM, at the Nokia Theatre LA Live in L.A. on Dec. 3.
Romeo Miller has both hands full with Bria and Shayne Murphy at the Let the Kids Grow Foundation Holiday Gala at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons hotel in Beverly Hills on Dec. 3.
Rocsi Diaz flies solo to the Let the Kids Grow Foundation Holiday Gala in Beverly Hills on Dec. 3.
Giving us more of a glimpse into her personal life, Beyonce Instagrams a photo of herself, on Dec. 3, rocking this yellow and black body-conscious dress from the Leonard spring 2013 collection.
Chris Rock and his daughters, Lola Simone and Zahra Savannah, depart the sold out One Direction concert at Madison Square Garden in NYC on Dec. 3.
Mom-to-be Amber Rose brings new meaning to the word curvy as she stops at an L.A. office building on Dec. 3.
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Olivier Martinez, fiance of Halle Berry, shows off his hand splint to the paps while leaving Cedars Sinai in LA on Nov. 27, after fighting with the father of Halle’s daughter Nahla. Photo: Aik Arshamian/INFphoto.com
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Taraji P. Henson arrives at the screening of “Killing Them Softly,” starring Brad Pitt, in NYC on Nov. 27. Photo: Zelig Shaul/ACE/INFphoto.com
Rihanna looks little like the fashion icon who made her famous, as she returns to her London hotel after performing on “X Factor UK” on Nov. 25. Photo: INFPhoto.com
Nicole Richie and husband Joel Madden take their daughter Harlow and son Sparrow to see Yo Gabba Gabba Get The Sillies Out show in L.A. on Nov. 23. Photo: INFphoto.com
Jamie Foxx chills with some homies in Beverly Hills on Nov. 18.
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Common looks hot yet low-key as he arrives at LAX airport in LA on Nov. 17.
Trey Songz sips a little Cherry Noir Goose backstage of his concert at the Fox Theater in Atlanta on Nov. 17.
Pres. Barack Obama and American gymnast McKayla Maroney are “not impressed” while taking the time for a photo op at the White House on Nov. 17.
Besties Adrienne Bailon and Julissa Bermudez pose with Ne-Yo‘s new artist Ravaughn at the opening of Very Polished Lounge in Brooklyn on Nov. 17.
While shopping in Paris, Rita Ora climbed on a hog to pose for photos on Nov. 16. Photo: INFphoto.com
Honor Warren, Jessica Alba and Cash Warren‘s daughter, is none-too-pleased with the paparazzi as she heads into a play date on Nov. 16. Photo: INFphoto.com
Wendy Williams hits up “Good Day NY” in NYC to dish on the new season of “The Wendy Williams Show” on Nov. 16. Photo: Roger Wong/INFphoto.com
Legendary baller Kareem Abdul-Jabbar unveils a statue in his likeness at the Staples Center in LA on Nov. 16.
Rihanna takes a shot during her Toronto stop on the “777 Tour” at The Danforth Music Hall on Nov. 15. Photo: O’Neill/White/INFphoto.com
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Halle Berry‘s daughter Nahla Aubry seems well adjusted to the paparazzi as she heads into school in LA on Nov. 15. Photo: INFphoto.com
Oh look, Kim Kardashian is going somewhere … this time to visit The Fours Seasons Hotel and a cosmetic surgeon office with Jonathan Cheban in Miami on Nov. 14. Photo: INFphoto.com
Niecy Nash shows her support for marriage equality by attending the launch of “Tie the Knot,” a charity to raise funds for the cause by selling limited-edition TheTieBar.com bow ties, at The London West Hollywood in West Hollywood on Nov. 14.
Camila Alves McConaughey and Sandra Bullock take their tots for a ride on a choo-choo train in New Orleans on Nov. 14. Photo: Chris Watts/INFphoto.com
Hollywood powerhouses Cicely Tyson and Viola Davis are honored by the National Domestic Workers Alliance at an event held at the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, D.C. on Nov. 14.
Michelle Rodriguez departs The Squat Boutique Opening Party in London on Nov. 14. Photo: INFphoto.com
Minutes before embarking on her 777 tour with journalists and fans, Rihanna poses in the cockpit of her private jet on Nov. 14.
Comedian Tommy Davidson attends the premiere of Anna Karenina at the Archlight in Hollywood on Nov. 14. Photo: Carlos Diaz/INFphoto.com
Laura Govan looks more than pleased that Floyd Mayweather, Jr. acknowledged her at the LA Clippers Vs. Miami Heat game on Nov. 14 at the Staples Center in LA.
Fashion heavyweight Andre Leon Talley heads into “The Today Show” studio in NYC for an appearance on Nov. 14. Photo: Roger Wong/INFphoto.com
The forever adorable and talented Amandla Stenberg arrives at the premiere of Twilight: Breaking Dawn Part 2 at The Nokia Theaters at LA Live in LA on Nov. 12. Photo: Katy Winn/INFphoto.com
Always the dapper gent, RuPaul stocks his wardrobe with the best on Beverly Hill’s Rodeo Drive on Nov. 12.
Gayle King goes monochromatic for a dining excursion at Michael’s New York Restaurant in NYC on Nov. 12.
Connor Cruise seems to have as much personality as his father, as he gives the ubiquitous peace sign while leaving Katsuya restaurant in Hollywood on Nov. 12.
Just because he’s a “Celebrity Apprentice: All-Stars” contestant doesn’t mean Lil Jon will ever let the camera capture him without shades, while out and about in NYC on Nov. 12.
Chris Tucker continues to get his mug out there by attending the TriBeCa Teaches Benefit: “Silver Linings Playbook” at the Ziegfeld Theatre in NYC on Nov. 12.
Kandi Burruss hits up “VH1 Morning Buzz” to dish on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” season five, in NYC on Nov. 12. Photo: Roger Wong/INFphoto.com
T.I. makes his debut as a broadcast sports commentator at the November 9 Hawks vs. Heat game in Atlanta. Photo: NBA
Kevin Hart catches some zzz’s: “This schedule is KICKING my ASS…..G*d Damn ATL NIGHTS #SleeplessNights” via @KevinHart4real
Gabrielle Union is going into law enforcement? “On the set making The Funny w @itsgabrielleu @redgrantlaughs #staygrindin“ via @BILLBELLAMY
Burgundy sheepskin-clad Rihanna arrives back at the Gansevoort on Nov. 8. Credit: Dario Alequin/INFphoto
Baby it’s cold outside: Meagan Good gets cozy in a purple pseudo-snuggie on the set of ‘Infamous’ in NYC on Nov. 8. Credit: Zelig Shaul/ACE/INFphoto
Rachel Roy in a fluffy vest attends the ‘Rust and Bone’ New York Screening, at the Landmark Sunshine Cinema in New York City on Nov. 8. Credit: Jennifer Graylock/INFphoto
There’s more ‘Ice Loves Coco’ coming your way this season and the couple started promotion of the new season at ‘The Today Show’ on Nov. 8. Credit: Roger Wong/INFphoto
Backstage at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show at the Manhattan’s 69th Regiment Armory on Nov. 7, Rihanna ponders a career switch: “#LEGITmodelShit I’m a #VS girl now lol” Via @rihanna
Rita Ora leaves Wise Buddha radio station in London on Nov. 5.
Never one to be without his arm candy, Eddie Murphy grabs a coffee with Paige Butcher in Studio City, Calif. on Nov. 5.
Nicole Richie goes flapper-chic for the first annual Baby2Baby Gala at The BookBindery in Culver City, Calif. on Nov. 3.
Jennifer Hudson looks stunning in a white lace Dolce & Gabbana number just before performing at the Atlantis Live Concert series for Sir Sidney Poitier in the Bahamas on Nov. 3.
Russell Simmons and his latest arm candy Hana Nitsche attend the “Inspired: A Night with Russell Simmons,” hosted by Mercy for Animals, at Ink 48 Hotel in NYC on Nov. 3.
Mary J. Blige performs at the taping for NBC’s Coming Together Relief Benefit for Hurricane Sandy in NYC on Nov. 2.
Kevin Hart and his girlfriend Eniko Parrish attend BET’s wrap party for “Hollywood Husbands” at the Supper Club in Hollywood on Nov. 2.
Nicki Minaj shows the world what she looks like pared down while arriving at her London hotel after a concert on Oct. 31.
Pres. Barack Obama and Gov. Chris Christie meet with New Jersey residents affected by Hurricane Sandy on Oct. 31.
Emeli Sande attends the Harper’s Bazaar Women of the Year Awards at the Claridge Hotel in London on Oct. 31.
Floyd Mayweather attends the season opener for the LA Lakers Vs. the Dallas Mavericks at the Staples Center in LA on Oct. 30.
LeToya Luckett attends an early vote rally for the Obama/Biden campaign at North Carolina Central University on Oct. 29.
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Kelly Rowland enjoys a snack while on her way to have lunch at Jack N Jill’s restaurant in LA with a friend on Oct. 29. Photo: Splash/WENN
Kimora Lee Hounsou and her brood of three, Ming Lee Simmons, Aoki Lee Simmons, and Kenzo Lee Hounsou, hit up a pumpkin patch in LA on Oct. 29. Photo: Splash/WENN
Stacey Dash tweets a photo of her and vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan at a press conference on Oct. 29. Photo: Twitter
Nicki Minaj gets lost on the step and repeat, and unveils her new MAC Viva Glam Lipglass at Selfridges in London on Oct. 29.
Diddy and his twin girls, Jesse James and D’Lila Star, enjoyed some wholesome Halloween fun at a pumpkin patch in LA on Oct. 28. He posted the pic on Instagram, saying, “I’m having more fun the the kids :) #halloween” Photo: Instagram
Dressed as a sexy Queen of Hearts, Christina Milian heads into Greystone Manor Very Special Hennessy Halloween fete on Oct. 28.
Chris Brown, looking rather surprised, hits up the Greystone Manor Halloween party too with ex-girlfriend Karrueche Tran, who dressed appropriately as a geisha, on Oct. 28.
Meanwhile, Rihanna heads to the studio with Chris Brown‘s mom (in the blue blouse), Joyce Hawkins, on Oct. 26.
Hottie Shemar Moore salutes me, er, the paps as he heads into the doctor’s office in Beverly Hills on Oct. 25. Photo: INFphoto.com
Maxwell competes for dapper man of the night with Usher, who was honored at the second annual Pencils of Promise Gala at Guastavino’s in NYC, on Oct. 25.
Estelle was also on hand for the Pencils of Promise fete in NYC on Oct. 25.
Oprah wears slippers to the ABC Studios in NYC, where she was a guest host on “Good Morning America,” on Oct. 25. Photo: Roger Wong/INFphoto.com
Alicia Keys launches The Journals of Mama Mae & LeeLee interactive storytelling app at the Apple store in SoHo of NYC on Oct. 25. Photo: Nancy Rivera/ACE/INFphoto.com
Jennifer Hudson looks fabulous while attending the opening of the Versace SoHo store cocktail reception in NYC on Oct. 24 Photo: Dara Kushner/INFphoto.com
Kelly Rowland performs during Mercedes-Benz China Fashion Week at 751 D.Park Tank zone in Beijing on Oct. 24.
Common took a couple members of his team to the Staples Center in LA to catch the LA Lakers playing the LA Clippers on Oct. 24. Looks one of them is ready to party and the other brought work along.
Halle Berry received some support from her No. 2 fan, Olivier Martinez, at the Cloud Atlas premiere at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in LA on Oct. 24.
Bobbi Kristina and her godbrother/boyfriend Nick Gordon attend the premier of “The Houstons: On Our Own” at the Tribeca Grand Hotel on Oct. 22. Photo: Jennifer Graylock/INFphoto.com
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Bond Girl Naomie Harris and Mr. Bond Daniel Craig attend the royal premiere of Skyfall on Oct. 22 in London. Photo: INFphoto.com
It looks like Jaleel White stuck with June Ambrose‘s style advice, as he walks around NYC on Oct. 22. Photo: JT/INFphoto.com
Too Short heads into BOA Steakhouse in LA on Oct. 21.
Carol’s Daughter owner Lisa Price and Cedric the Entertainer attend the American Family Insurance’s Dreams Protected Tour in Atlanta on Oct. 21.
A makeup-free Jordin Sparks and Jason Derulo walk through the Grove in LA after seeing a movie onOct. 21.
Diddy shows no shame as he walks his LA neighborhood looking a bit scruffy the weekend of Oct. 20.
Alicia Keys makes an appearance on “106th & Park” in NYC on Oct. 19.
Seems Rihanna is trying to earn the moniker, “The Hardest Working Woman in Showbiz,” as she heads into an LA recording studio on Oct. 19. Photo: Larsen/Arshamian/INFphoto.com
Brandy enjoys the NYC night scene while in town to promote her new album Two Eleven on Oct. 18. Photo: Nancy Rivera/ACE/INFphoto.com
Tyra Banks and Rob Evans, her rumored beau and new “American’s Next Top Model” judge, attend the Flawsome Ball, which benefited TyTy’s TZONE charity, at Capitale in NYC on Oct. 18. Photo: Jennifer Graylock/INFphoto.com
First Lady Michelle Obama makes an appearance on “Live with Kelly & Michael” in NYC on Oct. 17.
Chaka Khan performs at Tradgarn in Gothenburg, Sweden on Oct. 17.
Camille Winbush goes for a low-key look while shopping in Beverly Hills on Oct. 17
No one’s action star Tyler Perry tries to fit in with Bow Wow, Paigion, Shorty Da Prince, and Miss Mykie, while promoting Alex Cross on ’106th & Park” in NYC on Oct. 17.
Laila Ali lends her support to the 33rd Annual Salute To Women in Sports gala at Cipriani Wall Street in NYC on Oct. 17.
Gabrielle Douglas poses with her “Sportswoman of the Year” award at the 33rd Annual Salute To Women in Sports gala at Cipriani Wall Street in NYC on Oct. 17.
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Singer VV Brown attends the Argo screening at the Odeon Leicester Square in London, during the 56th BFI London Film Festival, on Oct. 17. Photo: INFPhoto.com
NeNe Leakes proves her modeling background by “selling” her Hermes Birkin bag while dashing about NYC on Oct. 17. Photo: INFPhoto.com
Nick Cannon proves that there comes a time in every man’s life when he should relinquish his baggy sweats, while leaving Matsuhisa restaurant in Beverly Hills on Oct. 16.
NBA player John Wall also shares Cannon’s dilemma while making moves through NYC’s SoHo neighborhood on Oct. 16.
Always the reluctant natural hair spokesperson, Solange rocks straight hair to the American Ballet Theatre 2012 Gala at the New York City Center and dinner at The Pierre Hotel in NYC on Oct. 16. Photo: Billy Farrell Agency
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Condola Rashad looks gorgeous in an ivory gown at the American Ballet Theatre 2012 Fall Gala on Oct. 16. Photo: Billy Farrell Agency
Alek Wek shows off her model figure at the American Ballet Theatre 2012 Fall Gala on Oct. 16. Photo: Billy Farrell Agency
Dr. Dre greets a fan as he heads into his New York hotel on Oct. 16. Photo: INFPhoto.com
Girls-girl LaLa Anthony has a night out with Taraji P. Henson at Miss Lilly’s in NYC on Oct. 16. Photo: INFPhoto.com
Tyler Perry attends the premiere of Alex Cross at the Arclight Theater in LA on Oct. 15. Photo: INFPhoto.com
50 Cent hits up a signing at Virgin Megastore at Champs Elysees in Paris on Oct. 15. Photo: INFPhoto.com
Jennifer Lopez and her side-piece Casper Smart take her daughter Emme Anthony shopping in Paris on Oct. 15. One question: Where’s Max? Photo: INFPhoto.com
Leona Lewis does her best “I Dream of Jeannie” impersonation while signing copies of her album Glassheart at HMV Oxford Street in London on Oct. 15. Photo: INFPhoto.com
Reggie Bush and his pregnant girlfriend Lilit Avagyan watch their footing while leaving Prime Italian restaurant in Miami Beach on Oct. 14. Photo: INFPhoto.com
Bobbi Kristina and her beau Nick Gordon jumped into action to help a sick man who collapsed in an Alpharetta, Georgia parking lot on Oct. 13. Photo: INFPhoto.com
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Swizz Beatz flies commercial on Oct. 9 because he says he’ll go broke if he flew in a private jet everyday. Photo: TheRealSwizzz Instagram
Mitt Romney supporter Stacey Dash leaves CNN studios in NYC after appearing on “Piers Morgan” on Oct. 9. Photo: Alequin/Bosch/INFphoto.com
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LeBron James gives Kanye West a shout-out for stopping by his sneaker and clothing store Unknown in Miami on Oct. 8. Photo: KingJames Instagram
Nicole Scherzinger heads into Nobu restaurant in London on Oct. 8. Photo: INFphoto.com
Kim Kardashian wants us all to know that sometimes she stays in her pajamas when the rest of the world is out really earning a living on Oct. 8. Photo: KimKardashian Instagram
Chris Brown tries to show his “sensitive side” by posing on the roof of a building on Oct. 7. Photo: FuckYoPictures Instagram
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Bow Wow shows his colors for a Beats By Dre photoshoot on Oct. 6. Photo: BeatsByDre Instagram
Jennifer Lopez drops it low for the German TV show, “Wetten Dass..??,” on Oct. 6 in Düsseldorf, Germany. Photo: INFphoto.com
Keke Palmer leaves Sirius Radio in New York City on October 3. Credit: Dara Kushner/INFphoto.com
Rihanna, sporting a sexy pair of Christian Louboutin thigh high boots, slinks away from her NYC hotel, shortly after Chris Brown reportedly visited her there on October 2. Credit: Alequin/Bosch/INFphoto.com
Halle Berry and daughter Nahla are getting into the Halloween spirit in Hollywood, CA on October 2. Credit: Andra Viak/INFphoto.com
Instead of food shopping, John Legend (fried chicken master) and fiancee Chrissy Teigen (model/cooking school-student) do some clothes shopping at Fred Segal in Hollywood on October 2. Credit: Merino/INFphoto.com.
Angie Martinez was in Brooklyn talking that talk with pals Beyonce, Queen Latifah, Taraji P. Henson. “The girl talk @theBarclay was real! @theRealTaraji @iamqueenlatifah & B!” Credit: @angiemartinez/ @kodaklens
M.I.A. goes incognito for the Stella McCartney spring 2013 show during Paris Fashion Week on Oct. 1. Photo: INFPhoto.com
Snoop Lion runs into a fan while satisfying his 3 a.m. munchies craving on Sept. 29. Photo: Instagram
Mehcad Brooks attends the 2012 Environmental Media Awards at Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, Calif. on Sept. 29. Photo: Jennifer Graylock/INFphoto.com
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Tracee Ellis Ross counts down the launch of TraceeEllisRoss.com on October 1. Photo: Instagram
Kanye West and his leather pants make another star-studded appearance together. This time at the Christian Dior spring 2013 show during Paris Fashion Week on Sept. 28. Photo: INFPhoto.com
On Sept. 27, a photo of an 18-year-old Michelle Obama surfaced after the Princeton Alumni Weekly published “Mrs. Obama goes to Washington.”
Smokey Robinson and Aretha Franklin attend the Broadway premiere of Motown: The Musical in NYC on Sept. 27. Photo: Walter McBride/INFphoto.com
Rosario Dawson and Tara Smith launch Tara Smith Vegan Haircare at Marks and Spencer in London on Sept. 27. Photo: Famous/ACE/INFphoto.com
Christina Milian goes Cali-glam for a shopping excursion at Barneys New York in Beverly Hills on Sept. 26. HMO/INFphoto.com
President Barack Obama joins Bill Clinton at the Clinton Global Initiative meeting in NYC on Sept. 25. Photo: Kristin Callahan/ACE/INFphoto.com
A sexy Paula Patton takes strong strides while out and about in Hollywood on Sept. 25. Photo: Brooks/INFphoto.com
Chris Paul is joined by his wife Jada, singer Miguel, and Nazanin Mandi at the celebration for his October GQ cover, which he shares with Denzel Washington and Javier Bardem, at The Sayer’s Club in L.A. on Sept. 24. Photo: Michael Kovak / Wire Image
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Ballers Matt Barnes, Canon Butler, DeAndre Jordan, Blake Griffin, and Willie Green helped Chris Paul celebrate his October GQ cover at The Sayer’s Club in L.A. on Sept. 24. Photo: Michael Kovak / Wire Image
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Rosie Perez and Viola Davis attend the premiere of Won’t Back Down at the Ziegfeld Theater in NYC on Sept. 23. Photo: Kristin Callahan/ACE/INFphoto.com
Carmelo and LaLa Vasquez Anthony spend a night out in NYC with Swizz Beatz and an unidentified man on Sept. 23. Photo: Dario Alequin/INFphoto.com
Looking like a mature version of her What’s the 411? self, Mary J. Blige hits up the iHeart Radio Music Festival at MGM Grand Resort in Las Vegas on Sept. 21. Photo: INFphoto.com
Kim Kardashian wears a Mary Katrantzou body-conscious dress to a Quick Trim Event at Silk Road in Melbourne on Sept. 20. Photo: INFphoto.com
A.J. Calloway interviews Cedric the Entertainer for “Extra!” on Sept. 19 in NYC. Photo: Guillermo Bosch/INFphoto.com
John Leguizamo mean mugs more than kicks ass on the set of Kick Ass 2 in Toronto on Sept. 19. Photo: O’Neill/White/INFphoto.com
Nicki Minaj uses her “band leader” styling to tell her fellow “American Idol” judges that she’s leading the show as she heads into day two of taping the new season in NYC on Sept. 17. Photo: Dario Alequin/INFphoto.com
Practice makes perfect for Alicia Keys as she poses in the dance studio: “Rehearsal time!!! I’m a tigress for these up coming shows!!!! Grrrrrrr!!!!” Via: @aliciakeys
Rosario Dawson spreads peace as she heads into Sunshine Theatre on Houston St. in NYC for a fan Q&A for her movie 10 Years on Sept. 16. Photo: Dario Alequin/INFphoto.com
Lee Daniels confidently strides into the premiere of his film Paperboy during the Toronto International Film Festival on Sept. 14. Photo: Dara Kushner/INFphoto.com
Cornrows and a new cross tattoo as shared by Ms. Kelly Rowland on Sept. 13.” Via @kellyrowland
Andre Leon Talley leaves the Calvin Klein show during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week on Sept. 13. Something tells us that his caftan is one of a kind and wasn’t featured in the show. Photo: INF
Tyra Banks waves goodbye to her haters as she struts into a fashion show during New York Fashion Week on Sept. 12. Photo: INF
Kim Kardashian dons a shaggy jacket and Kanye West opts for denim-on-denim for Mercedes Benz Fashion Week on Sept. 12. Photo: INF
With a megawatt smile, Paula Patton arrives at Holt Renfrew to promote Disconnect, with Jason Bateman, during the Toronto International Film Festival. Photo: INF
A model can’t walk every show; sometimes she’s just got to sit front row. Check out Jessica White as she struts into the Alice + Olivia show during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in NYC on Sept. 10. Photo: INF
Rihanna takes styling cues from Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall in Coming to America as she heads to Heathrow Airport in London on Sept. 10. Photo: INF
Songbird Estelle gets her very first tattoo (“DO – Divinely Orchestrated”) on Sept. 10 from @bigstevenyc (via @estelledarlings)
Note to Chris Brown and Rihanna: less is more.
Artiste extraordinaire Swizz Beatz ‘wines’ down in the studio on Sept. 11
“In my studio Zone with opus1 08 :) bang out time…..” (via @THEREALSWIZZZ)
Hot mama Taraji P. Henson celebrates her birthday on Sept. 10 with a few tweeps and peeps.
“RT @sueannhan: Celebrating @therealtaraji @tarajiphenson ‘s bday & waiting 4 the Queen @maryjblige to take the stage. (via @TherealTaraji)”
Will, Willow, Jaden, and Jada Pinkett Smith arrive for the premiere of Free Angela & All Political Prisoners at the Toronto Film Festival on Sept. 9. Photo: INF
Even though she’s the youngest of the bunch, which also includes mom Kimora Lee, dad Russell Simmons, and sister Ming Lee Simmons, Aoki Lee Simmons knows the paps are always snapping, especially during Mercedez Benz Fashion Week in NYC, on Sept. 8. Photo: INF
Alicia Keys literally Stands Up 2 Cancer while arriving to an event for the organization on Sept. 7. Photo: INF
Mariah Carey hits the stage during the NFL Opening Kickoff at Rockefeller Plaza in NYC on Sept. 5. Photo: Amanda Schwab/Startraks
Just when you thought Rihanna had rocked every hairstyle imaginable, she shows off a new pixie cut while attending a dress rehearsal for the MTV Video Music Awards in L.A. on Sept. 5. Photo: Credit: X17online
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Kim Kardashian gives us side-boob, cleavage, butt profile, and exposed back all with one dress at the opening of a Brian Atwood store in NYC on Sept. 5. Photo: David X Prutting/BFAnyc/Sipa
Lauryn Hill leaves the funeral for Chris Lighty at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel on Madison in Manhattan on Sept. 5.
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Sofia Vergara sports a prosthetic pregnant belly for her role on “Modern Family” on Sept. 5 in L.A. Photo: Pacific Coast News
President Barack Obama and daughters Malia and Sasha watch, from the White House, First Lady Michelle Obama deliver her speech at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte on Sept. 4.
Terrence J announces his move to “E! News” on the set of the celebrity-driven news show with fellow anchor Giuliana Rancic on Sept. 4.
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Romany Malco celebrates the 100th episode of “Weeds” with co-star Mary-Louise Parker on Sept. 3.
Tamar Braxton proves she really does deserve that solo album by killing the “Star Spangled Banner” at the AT&T Nation’s Football Classic in Washington, D.C. over the Labor Day weekend.
Beyonce and Jay-Z shoot the breeze with director Ron Howard, who was shooting a documentary about the Budweiser Made in America music festival, in Philadelphia during the two-day celebration on Sept. 1. No word on why Beyonce is squatting for no apparent reason. Photo: Kevin Mazur/WireImage
Salma Hayek and her 4-year-old daughter Valentina jet to the Venice Film Festival on Aug. 31. Photo: Jacopo Raule/FilmMagic
Singer Rita Ora rocks a gold frock to London’s ITV Studios on Aug. 30.
Nicole Richie launches her first fragrance, appropriately named Nicole, at Macy’s in Glendale, Calif. on Aug. 29. Photo: Jeffrey Mayer/WireImage
Alicia Keys and son Egypt leave the ITV Southbank studios in London on Aug. 28. Photo: INFphoto.com
Jordin Sparks looks gorgeous in a white minidress while performing at the U.S. Open on Aug. 27.
On Aug. 28, Paris Jackson enjoys a birthday tribute for her late father Michael Jackson, who would have turned 54 on Aug. 29, in Gary, Ind. Photo: Michael Hickey/WireImage
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Rihanna struts our of her London hotel. Photo: Splash News Online
Halle Berry heads to the movies with daughter Nahla on Aug. 25. Photo: FameFlynet
Kourtney Kardashian and her “little man” Mason Disick go for a walk on Aug. 23. Photo: AKM-GSI
Oprah hits up a Framingham, Mass. Bed Bath & Beyond, in order to take three girls shopping for dorm room accessories on Aug. 23. Photo: Splash News Online
Looking quite wind-blown, Rihanna is out and about in L.A. on Aug. 22. Photo: AKM-GSI
Tyra Banks gets in bed with new ANTM judges Kelly Cutrone and Rob Evans to celebrate the premiere of the model competition show in NYC on Aug. 22. Photo: Craig Barritt/Getty
Christina Milian hits up the studio with Lil Wayne and Mack Maine, members of her new Young Money family, in Miami on Aug. 22. Photo: Instagram
Eva Mendes stands guard with her dog Hugo in West Hollywood on Aug. 20. Photo: JB Lacroix/WireImage
Mariah Carey looks very low-key on the set of The Butler in New Orleans on Aug. 20. Photo: FameFlynet
First Lady Michelle Obama greets the attendees of the first-ever Kids State Dinner at the White House on Aug. 20. Photo: Olivier Douliery/ABACA
Wearing her best beachwear, Halle Berry goes shopping with fiance Olivier Martinez in L.A. on Aug. 19. Photo: INF
Nick Cannon lends his support to the Do Something Awards in Santa Monica, Calif. on Aug. 19. Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty
Jennifer Hudson films a scene from Smash in NYC on Aug. 17. Photo: X17online
Nicole Richie arrives at Virgin’s Sunset Strip Music Festival VIP party at SkyBar in West Hollywood on Aug. 17. Photo: Splash News Online
Jordin Sparks shares a moment with Bobbi Kristina and her boyfriend Nick Gordon after the Hollywood screening of Sparkle on Aug. 17. Photo: Eric Charbonneau/WireImage
Talk about an awkward moment! Jaguar tapped Jane Krakowski; Tracy Morgan, who has made homophobic jokes; and Johnny Weir, who came out publicly after achieving figure skating fame, for Jaguar’s Chill Event on Aug. 17 in NYC. Photo: Amanda Schwab/Startraks
Camila Alves, who is pregnant with her third child, takes hold of her tots, Levi, 4, and Vida, 2, after leaving a doctor’s appointment in Santa Monica, Calif. on Aug. 16. Photo: AKM-GSI
Gabby Douglas does the red carpet just as well as the uneven bars while attending a post-show event for “America’s Got Talent” on Aug. 15.
Camila Alves shows off her pregnancy curves at the Nylon Guys party in Santa Monica on Aug. 15.
Viola Davis looks beautiful in a white sheath dress while attending the Teachers Rock benefit in L.A. on Aug. 15.
Rihanna arrives at Tokyo Narita airport on Aug. 15 to perform in Japan over the weekend.
Jordin Sparks rocks a fiery peplum ensemble to the premiere of Sparkle in NYC on Aug. 14.
Kelly Rowland attends the David Jones 2012/13 season launch in Sydney on Aug. 14.
Halle Berry looks a little sauced after celebrating her birthday at Little Door club with fiance Olivier Martinez, Salma Hayek, and Francois-Henri Pinault on Aug. 14.
First Lady Michelle Obama and Gabby Douglas share some laughs with Jay Leno on his late-night talk show on Aug. 13.
Soon-to-be parents Tamera Mowry-Housley and Adam Housley are positively glowing at their baby shower, where she also threw him an impromptu birthday celebration on Aug. 12.
Jennifer Hudson mismatches a pair of studded loafers with a pink mini dress while attending Apollo in the Hamptons event in East Hampton, N.Y. on Aug. 11.
Kerry Washington strikes a pose in a fun Dior frock while attending the Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s Installation Luncheon in Beverly Hills on Aug. 9.
Khloe Kardashian-Odom dons a leather dress to celebrate InStyle magazine at a party in California on Aug. 9.
Ciara and photographer Yu Tsai share a photo on Instagram on Aug. 9.
Olympian Allyson Felix celebrates after winning the gold medal for the 200-meter race on Aug. 8. Photo: Getty Images
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Tyra wears a slinky dress to The Cinema Society special screening of 2 Days in New York at Landmark Sunshine Cinema in NYC on Aug. 8. Photo: Getty Images
Brandy performs at the MDA Show of Strength held at CBS Television City in L.A. on Aug 8. Photo: Getty Images
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Estelle poses with manager Kevin Liles at Rosa Regale’s “Wonderful Life” performance series, during which the singer gave an intimate performance, at The Darby in NYC on Aug. 7.
Kim Kardashian photographs her favorite subject while wearing a pair of Celine leather sweats, a Helmut Lang top, and $6,0000 Guiseppe Zanotti booties designed by Kanye West on Aug. 7.
Spike Lee gives us a wry smile as he poses with his wife Tonya Lewis Lee and their children at the premiere for his film Red Hook Summer on Aug. 6 in NYC.
Harry Belafonte poses with his Life Achievement Award at the 65th Locarno Film Festival in Locarno, Switzerland on Aug. 6. Photo: Getty Images
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Lance Gross hits up 2 Chainz‘s listening party at Tree Sound Studios in Norcross, GA on Aug. 6.
Drake and guest Nicki Minaj rock the stage at Toronto’s third annual OVO Fest at Molson Amphitheater on Aug. 5.
Someone actually hired Joseline Hernandez of “Love & Hip Hop Atlanta” to host a party at Atlanta’s Mansion Elan on Aug. 4. Of course her side-kick Stevie J. was there too.
Robert Townsend, Melanie Fiona, and Laz Alonso on August 3rd at the Studio Museum of Harlem where Alonso was announced as the new travel ambassador of BlackAtlas.com.
U.S. Olympic swimmer Lauren Perdue poses with fellow Olympian Lebron James in an Instagram. She started a firestorm after tweeting that Lebron had asked her to dinner, which really turned out to be an invitation to the dining hall.
Ray J poses with his new boss Rickey Smiley, who will star in a TV One sitcom loosely based on his life alongside Ray J, on Aug. 1 at the Beverly Hilton, the same hotel in which Ray J’s former lover Whitney Houston died.
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I’ve played on both sides of the fence. I’ve been the side chick and am currently the main the only chick. I am very aware of the expectations and behaviors associated with the roles… the rules if you will. When I watched VH1 reality show “Love & Hip Hop,” characters Emily B., Mimi Faust and Joseline Hernandez stood out to me because like I’ve mentioned, I’ve been there. How does one go from mistress to main? Well, that’s another story, but I will say, it was not without strife. A couple of years ago I was Joseline Hernandez. I just wanted my Stebbie no matter who it hurt and what it cost. My only concern was having him in my life, for a minute, an hour, a lustful night with his cellphone powered off… Then, the tables turned and the position I desperately craved became mine.
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Someone wanted Brandon Lincoln Woodard dead — bad enough to apparently lure him to a midtown Manhattan block for what looked like a professional hit.
But who shot Woodard in the back of the head and why remained a mystery on Tuesday as police studied security videotape of the unidentified gunman and delved into Woodard’s checkered past for clues.
The brazen slaying of the 31-year-old visitor from Los Angeles”certainly appears to have been planned,” Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly told reporters.
Based on the videotape, New York Police Department detectives suspect Woodard was lured into the Monday afternoon ambush shortly after he checked out of a hotel on nearby Columbus Circle, Kelly said.
Golden Globe nominees were announced Thursday morning by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles and surprise, surprise: Denzel Washington is in the running.
The box office vet received a nomination in the category of Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture for his
outstanding role in the Robert Zemeckis-directed drama, Flight. Earlier this week Washington was nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award and NAACP Image Award for his portrayal of the alcoholic, yet heroic, pilot.
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Washington will face fellow actors Daniel Day-Lewis (Lincoln), Richard Gere (Arbitrage), John Hawkes (The Sessions) and Joaquin Phoenix (The Master) for the top honor.
Flight co-star Don Cheadle was also nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series (Comedy Or Musical) for his work on Showtime’s House of Lies. His competition includes Alec Baldwin (30 Rock), Louis C.K. (Louis), Matt LeBlanc (Episodes) and Jim Parsons (The Big Bang Theory).
Quentin Tarantino‘s critically acclaimed drama Django Unchained– starring Jamie Foxx, Leonardo DiCaprio, Kerry Washington and others– was recognized in several categories including Best Performance by an Actor In A Supporting Role (DiCaprio, Christoph Waltz), Best Director and Best Motion Picture (Drama).
Rise of the Guardians director Peter Ramsey also scored a nod for Best Animated Film Feature against Brave, Frankenweenie, Wreck-it Ralph and Hotel Transylvania.
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The 70th annual Golden Globe Awards hosted by Tina Fey and Amy Poehler will air live Sunday, Jan. 13 at 8 p.m. ET on NBC. Check out the full list of nominees here!
By Evette Dionne
The world presumed that birthing her first child would break songstress Beyoncé Knowles-Carter’s dominant stride. Wrong. King Bey hasn’t blessed iTunes with empowerment anthems or club picks in almost 18 months, but with the expertise of her brilliant marketing team, she’s managed to retain her super-stardom. The millennial pop princess dominated magazine covers, entertainment blogs, and Twitter feeds in 2012. Mrs. Shawn Carter infiltrated social media, nabbed one of the most coveted performance venues, and offered homage to one of her most beloved fore-mothers … while raising an infant in the glare of the public’s lens.
Life experiences breed superwomen. Beyoncé accepted her invitation to the elite circle in 2012, without even stumbling in her dazzling stilettos. Here are some of her most memorable moments.
Drink Her Up
BKC’s endorsement reign continues. This week, she signed a $50-million “brand ambassador” deal with Pepsi. The profitable brand is so intrigued with their newest spokeswoman that the diva’s face will appear on soda cans.
Beholding Beauty
After a nine-year brown drought, People magazine bestowed the Houston-native with “The World’s Most Beautiful Woman” title. Somewhere Jay-Z was nodding his head in approval. It was the first time since Halle Berry graced the cover in 2003 that an African-American woman was selected and only the second time a black woman was chosen in the 22-year-old tradition. What was most touching about the honor was Beyoncé’s response. “I feel more beautiful than I’ve ever felt because I’ve given birth,” she told People. “I have never felt so connected, never felt like I had such a purpose on this Earth.”
Getting Back to Business
After several months of globetrotting and shedding pregnancy pounds, the 4 crooner returned triumphantly to the stage. She performed Memorial Day weekend in a three-night event at Atlantic City’s Revel Resorts. In true divadom, she strutted and belted her greatest hits in the presence of fellow galaxy stars, including First Lady Michelle Obama and the First Daughters, Sasha and Malia.
In Memoriam …
We are still grieving the sudden loss of our beloved Whitney Houston. To honor her musical fore-mother, Bey meshed a dope rendition of “I Will Always Love You” with “Halo” during her Revel run. Needless to say, it went mini-viral on YouTube.
The World’s Darling
Despite pioneer Harry Belafonte’s disappointment in Beyoncé’s lack of civic engagement, she continued using music as a vessel for activism in 2012. On World Humanitarian Day, the King partnered with the United Nations to create a video for the power ballad “I Was Here.” It was poignant, regal and full of compassion for the world.
Who Runs Social Media?
With the creation of Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and the dozens of other social media networks, it was inevitable that the notoriously private superstar would begin to use the services to connect with her Beyhive. She splashed onto Tumblr in mid-2012, and the snapshots of her life have continued on Instagram. From exclusive concert photos to intimate moments with her husband and sister Solange, Bey has solidified her position as social media’s newest fix. And I’m all in it.
Birthed the Heir to the Throne
Three words: Blue Ivy Carter. The infant’s name is synonymous with princess. The power couple’s first blessing was born on January 7, 2012 and the public’s fixation with her hasn’t waned in the 11 months since. Unlike her peers, Bey chose to release photos of Blue on Tumblr, rather than cashing a million-dollar check from a tabloid publication. The tiniest glimpse into Blue’s life causes frenzy, so Mama Bear has been careful in her exposure of her first child.
You Think You Know …
After the birth of BIC, Queen Bey has been letting down the castle walls that have shrouded her existence since 1998. Tumblr and Instagram were just the moat. Now, she’s bearing all (hopefully) in her first HBO documentary. Not only is she the star, Bey is also Tyler Perrying the whole project. The documentary is set to air February 16.
The Obamas and the Carters
A love affair commenced in 2012 between two of the most powerful, magnetic, and charismatic couples. The world-renowned diva and her hip-hop husband hosted a fundraiser for President Barack Obama’s re-election campaign at the 40/40 club in Manhattan in September. But that was just one event that showcased the canoodling between the tour-de-force couples. Beyoncé also recorded a video for the campaign and spoke publicly about her admiration and respect for Mrs. O and her husband. It was a love fest void of egos, which is always refreshing.
The Greatest Stage of All
After Janet Jackson’s Nipplegate scandal in 2004, we were positive that the National Football League would not be employing scantily-clad R&B and pop stars in this lifetime. Our hopes piqued with the Black Eyed Peas performance in 2012, but our faith in the Superbowl halftime show has been officially restored. Beyoncé will be headlining in 2013. And in diva-esque fashion, she made the announcement in one photo that has since landed in Times Square and all over Twitter timelines.
You think Beyonce Knowles-Carter ran the music world in 2012? It will cower in the shadows of her 2013 dominance.
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Update: HuffPost has a copy of an email sent by KTBS to employees regarding the company’s “guidelines” (as they put it) for using social media — which Lee confirmed she did actually read. So, while she cannot claim she was totally unaware of how she was not supposed to respond to Facebook comments, they are only phrased as “guidelines” and “social media best practices,” not rules. You can read the email at the link. [Huffington Post]
Meteorologist Rhonda Lee has been fired by KTBS-TV in Shreveport, Louisiana, for responding to racist Facebook posts, including one about her hair. Lee was told she violated the company’s new social media policy which had been verbally announced one month prior at a meeting she did not attend. One comment Lee responded to was by a viewer griping that all the kids who won a KTBS holiday shopping spree were black. The other comment Lee responded to was by a viewer who told her to grow some hair or wear a wig.
Clutch Magazine describes how on October 1, a viewer wrote a comment on a KTBS’ Facebook page about Lee’s hair. Oh, did I mention it is RUDE? Emmit Sascocu wrote:
“the black lady that does the news is a very nice lady.the only thing is she needs to wear a wig or grow some more hair. im not sure if she is a cancer patient. but still its not something myself that i think looks good on tv. what about letting someone a male have waist long hair do the news.what about that (cq).”
Yup, this guy actually told a black woman with short hair that she needs to wear a wig. Not conforming to white European standards of beauty is hurting his eyes when he watches the TV, everyone. Oh, and here is some crazy shit — THE NETWORK “LIKED” THAT COMMENT ON FACEBOOK. You guys. Really.
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Media mogul Russell Simmons is at work putting together yet another Hip-Hop Inaugural Ball to celebrate the second term of President Barack Obama. Much like the first ball in 2009, the event will highlight the genre’s influence in the re-election of the POTUS.
Simmons organized the ball shortly after Obama’s historic win in 2008 and honored rappers such as T.I., LL Cool J and Young Jeezy for their efforts in motivating young people during the campaign trail. With many celebrities taking the trip to Washington, D.C. for the inauguration, Simmons is setting the price for VIP tickets at $2,500.
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General admission tickets will be available for $500, which includes an open bar, food, DJ and a concert, though performers have yet to be announced.
The black-tie event is set to take place at the Harman Center for the Arts in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 20 and proceeds will reportedly benefit the non-profit organization, Philanthropik.
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It looks like Evelyn Lozada and Chad Johnson may have been exchanging love notes via Twitter.
While their marriage ended in a domestic incident just weeks after they wed, Chad and Evelyn seem to miss each other. When Evelyn celebrated her birthday recently, Chad sent out a heart felt shoutout to his ex-wife.
“Happy birthday, love. I hope the day I can hold you again. God be with you, hope you have insurance,” he tweeted in spanish.
Evelyn responded with, “Thank you for my birthday wish. I miss you so much.”
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Back in October, we reported the partnership between Tyler Perry and Oprah Winfrey to produce a pair of series for OWN, the network’s first venture into original scripted programming. Today comes the news of what viewers can expect from the mind of Hollywood’s $105 million man.
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THR exclusively reports:
“Haves and the Have Nots is a single-camera effort about the dynamics of the affluent Cyrer family and the impoverished family of their housekeeper, Hanna, and the obstacles and secrets that exist within both families.
Love Thy Neighbor, meanwhile, is a multicamera series set at Love’s Diner, where every day the menu serves up good food, great laughs, valuable life lessons and a lot of love for its zany neighbors.”
Both shows for will be written, directed and executive produced by Perry for Harpo and Discovery Communications and will be presented under his Tyler Perry Studios banner.
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“We are all energized by the opportunity to collaborate with Tyler who has a proven track record for producing highly successful cable series,” Winfrey said at the time of the deal. “He as an incredible ability to illuminate life stories and characters in his unique voice and inspires and encourages people all over the world.”
Production on the series will begin early next year.
Students at King College Prep in Chicago held a sit-in Thursday to demand the resignation of the school’s new principle. The protest involved approximately 500 students who say they’re unhappy over several recent firings and changes in the rules, according to CBS Chicago.
The group of high schoolers say principle Shontae Higgenbottom has ignored their requests to use computers after school.
Their complaints also include the restricted access to the building after hours when many are waiting for rides. One student told ABC 7 Chicago that it’s a concern because the school isn’t in the safest neighborhood.
Junior Braxton Nunnally told WBBM Newsradio, ““She locks all the doors, like almost all the time. You literally have no access to the school. So, in the morning, she locks them, and you can’t get up there until 7:45.”
“After school, she locks the doors right when the bell rings, so once you leave the school, you can’t go back up, no matter what you have. If you have a special activity, or you’re into sports or anything, you can’t go back upstairs.”
CPS released a statement saying, “Dialogue between CPS and students is an important component of a school culture that promotes learning. CPS met with a group of students at King College Prep High School this morning to address their concerns. We will ensure that the lines of communication with these students continue to be open as we move forward.”
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Embattled U.N. envoy Susan Rice is dropping out of the running to be the next secretary of state after months of criticism over her Benghazi comments, she told NBC News on Thursday.
“If nominated, I am now convinced that the confirmation process would be lengthy, disruptive and costly – to you and to our most pressing national and international priorities,” Rice wrote in a letter to President Obama, saying she’s saddened by the partisan politics surrounding her prospects.
“That trade-off is simply not worth it to our country…Therefore, I respectfully request that you no longer consider my candidacy at this time,” she wrote in the letter obtained by NBC News.
The post Susan Rice Drops Out Of Running For Secretary Of State appeared first on UPTOWN Magazine.
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An African-American ESPN2 contributor stepped in it Thursday when he called Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III “kind of black,” and said of the athlete, “He’s not one of us.”
The comments were made by columnist Rob Parker, who was appearing on the morning show “First Take.”
Griffin said in an interview published this week by USA Today that he didn’t want to be defined by the color of his skin. In discussing the issue of Griffin and race on ESPN2, Parker began by asking of Griffin: “Is he a brother or a cornball brother?”
When asked by others discussing the issue to explain, he went on to say: “Okay he’s black, he kind of does the thing, but he’s not really down with the cause, he’s not one of us. He’s kind of black, but he’s not really, like, the guy you really want to hang out with…”
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Pills and patches, rings and diaphragms, injections and intrauterine devices — the available methods of contraception are varied and plentiful, but with a reported 6.2 million women using the tried-and-true male condom when it comes to sex, it’s clear what many still find most reliable. However, that hasn’t stopped researchers and scientists from looking to break the barrier when it comes to, well, creating ‘barriers.’
While noting that the male condom is, indeed, an “effective technology,” a team of researchers at the University of Washington believes it’s not entirely “appropriate or popular in all situations.” And so, they’ve aimed to “develop a versatile platform to simultaneously offer contraception and prevent HIV.”
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If I could relive one moment in 2012, it would be when I was sitting on my couch watching “Love & Hip Hop Atlanta” and Joseline Hernandez (also known as Jose) put Stevie J. in a headlock. It may sound silly, but it was so therapeutic for me because I’ve gone through a similar situation. That, and it was just funny!
This year, the word ratchet was more ubiquitous than Rihanna and Chris Brown’s relationship, Beyonce’s baby bump and everything in between combined. Somewhere, in the trenches where ratchet was born and lived for so many years before running away and joining WorldStar, is a mother longing for her child to home. That’s the only way I can explain why ratchet has been running amok over the last 365 days. From “Bad Girls Club” to “Basketball Wives,” here are our 10 favorite most wild moments from reality TV this year!
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If there was ever a reason to start going to the doctor more regularly, the story of 12-year-old Jackson, Fla. resident might have you inspired to do better. What was supposed to be a fun-filled summer for the daughter of Janet Roberts (child’s name withheld of course) wound up being one of anguish and confusion. The 12-year-old’s classmates were gossiping all over town for months that she was expecting a child, an allegation that seemed more and more likely to be true after her mother, Janet, started to realize that the girl’s stomach was growing. Though the young girl denied that she was pregnant, with a large belly, Janet Roberts didn’t believe her, so she stocked up on pregnancy tests and got to work, according to First Coast News. “I tested her every two weeks and it was negative,” she said, “then I said ‘if you’re not pregnant something is going on here.’”
And something was definitely going on there. Roberts proceeded to take her daughter, who just turned 12 in August, to the doctor, and what they found out was that she was not with child, but with a massive tumor. “It was 19 pounds, well 20 pounds in size,” said Roberts, “but because of her size, they had to drain two liter bottle of it before they could pull it out of her.”
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Grammy-award winner and former lead singer of Sounds of Blackness returns with a new single, “Holiday Love”. Nesby has spanned a two-decade career as a songwriter, vocalist and actress, having worked with such legends as Patti Labelle and Gladys Knight.
“This is a reintroduction to Anne Nesby,” said Kevin Shine, head of Arrow’s A&R. ”She is a legend in her own right and is back with a new sound and record for the season. ‘Holiday Love’ is for more than just Christmas. It’s for all those moments of celebration.”
Press play below to preview the new song and let us know what you think.
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The latest installment of CNN’s docuseries Black in America asked the question “Who Is Black in America?” and examined the issue of colorism: bias based not just on race but also on actual skin color. The news special cited well-documented research confirming that lighter-skinned immigrants earn more than their darker-skinned counterparts. But one topic the special did not explore is whether skin-color bias has a tangible impact on American politics, particularly at the national level.
Are Americans more likely to vote for a minority candidate who is lighter-skinned? The experts we spoke with said it appears so.
David A. Bositis, senior research associate at the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, a think tank specializing in research relating to blacks, said that the numbers speak for themselves. “You can’t think of many [black politicians] who are very dark,” he noted.
