Diddy Unveils Janelle Monae In New York

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Diddy, CEO of Bad Boy Records, officially introduced one of the latest members of the family, Janelle Monae, to music industry insiders with a showcase in New York City Thursday night (Apr. 3rd).
“I’ve been blessed with artists like Jodeci, Notorious B.I.G. and Mary J. Blige in [...]

Photos from BET’s Spring Bling 2008

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Y’all know it’s that time of the year again. Spring Bling 2008, BET’s annual spring break celebration, was filmed this year in Riviera Beach, Florida. You already know this shit is gonna be on repeat for the next couple of months. So until that happens, maybe these flicks will hold [...]

Making the Band 4 (Season 2) Live Finale

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Diddy (pictured above) with his twin girls D’Lilah and Jessie James. He brought the two along to the Making the Band 4 (Season 2) finale, filmed live at the MTV Studios in New York. A big thank you goes out to Jeff Lopez, Star Wild Media Group, and MTV [...]

Angela Basset Gets a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

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Actress Angela Basset is the latest celebrity to get a star added to the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The 49-year-old actress was joined by husband Courtney B. Vance, their children and guests Forest Whitaker, Laurence Fishburne and Rick Fox, her co-star in the new film Meet the Browns, out Friday.
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Ashanti and Mariah Carey Hit Up 106 & Park and TRL

Ashanti (seen above) looking like a desperate housewife on a recent appearance on BET’s 106 & Park. Ashanti and Mariah Carey both made appearances on BET’s 106 & Park and MTV’s TRL today to promote their new projects. Check out more photos after the cut.

Marion Jones Talks to Oprah About Her “Mistakes”

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Oprah gave Marion Jones her first interview since being sentenced to six months in prison for lying about her steroid use and check fraud. The disgraced athelete said that she accepts responsibility and has no regrets.
“I think that I absolutely should have to accept responsibility for breaking the law,” she says on the [...]

Random Flicks: Tyson Beckford, John Legend, and Halle Berry

Tyson Beckford was spotted on the set of Bravo’s new television series “Make Me A Supermodel” this past Friday in Times Square in NYC.

Jamie Foxx Live Sirius Foxxhole Radio Show in Miami

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Jamie Foxx decided to go commando (no homo) at his live Sirius radio show broadcast (The Foxxhole Radio Show) from Miami. He celebrated his 40th birthday in the MIA this weekend, and this live radio show was a part of the celebration. I’m just glad homie finally let the hair [...]

Bowmarion, Gabrielle Union, and Morris Chestnut Hit Up 106 & Park

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Bow Wow and his other half hit up 106 and Park today to deliver a performance of their new song together “Girlfriend” and to promote their joint-album “Face Off,” which hit stores today. The album is currently in competition with Mario’s “Go!” and The Dream’s “Love (Me All Winter) [...]

Keyshia Cole & Mario Visit TRL

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Keyshia Cole and Mario hit up MTV’s Total Request Live yesterday afternoon. Keyshia performed her new single “Shoulda Let You Go” with Amina, and Mario was there to promote his new album “Go.” Lupe Fiasco dropped by the popular countdown show as well.

Bowmarion Hits Up TRL

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The dynamic duo we all know as Bow Wow and Omarion (Bowmarion) visited MTV studios today for some healthy promo for their new album “Face Off.” I think they performed too… Anyhow, I haven’t been keeping up with the album like that, so I’m not sure what the release date [...]

Venus Williams Presents UNESCO-Sony Ericsson Gender Equality Campaign

Venus, is that you? Lol. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), and the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour, the world’s leading global sport for women, announced today the selection and funding of women’s leadership programs in Cameroon, Liberia, China, Jordan and the Dominican Republic, along with a new global advertising [...]

The Cast of “Why Did I Get Married?” Hits Up BET’s 106 & Park

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The cast of Tyler Perry’s latest movie, “Why Did I Get Married?”, paid a visit to BET’s 106 & Park last Thursday (Oct. 11) to discuss their roles in the movie. Jill Scott, Janet Jackson, and of course Tyler Perry himself, all showed up. The movie hit theaters nationwide [...]

VH1 Hip-Hop Honors Celebrity Hoops Game

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Here’s some more photos of the “over-the-weekend” festivities from this year’s VH1 Hip-Hop Honors. These are photos from the celebrity basketball tournament. I would love to see a video of this! Mathew Knowles? Playing bball? … Peep the rest after the [...]

“Black Girls Rock!” Awards

DJ Beverly Bond honored fellow women of color with the “Black Girls Rock!” Awards held during VH1 Hip-Hop Honors Weekend. Co-hosted by actresses Gabrielle Union and Regina King, this year’s honorees included Essence magazine Editorial Director Susan L. Taylor (”Social Humanitarian Award”), Rutgers University Women’s Basketball Team (”Monument Award”), Universal/Motown President Silvia [...]

Photo Update: Omarion » America Ferrera » John Legend » J.Holiday Album Release Party

OMARION HITS UP FUSE’S “THE SAUCE” »

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Omarion hit up Fuse’s “The Sauce” this past Monday. He was probably promoting that album he and Bow Wow are coming out with. I forget the name of it, seeing as it’s not really in my list of top 10 things to [...]

Celebs on 106 & Park: Alicia Keys, Keyshia Cole, Missy Elliott, Lil Kim, and Jamie Foxx!

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Yesterday, Alicia Keys hit up BET’s 106 & Park to premiere her video for “No One.” If you haven’t had a chance to check it out, you can do so HERE.
Keyshia Cole’s new album hit stores yesterday, and she, Missy, and Lil Kim performed “Let it Go” on [...]

Photo Update: O.J. Simpson, Kevin Federline, GQ Magazine, The Dream Concert, and Ashanti on 106 & Park

O.J. SIMPSON AT TODAY’S COURT HEARING »

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Here O.J. Simpson is photographed leaving the Clark County Detention Center after making bail following his court appearance on charges including kidnapping, assault and burglary earlier today in Las Vegas. Bail for Simpson’s release was set at [...]

Celebs Hit Up TRL: Chamillionaire and Ashanti

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Chamillionaire and Ashanti both dropped by MTV’s TRL today. Cham performed his new single “Hip Hop Police.” Now, I’m sure you’ve heard that horrible new Last Night biting single Mike posted from Ashanti earlier today. If not, and you would like to inflict intentional harm to yourself, CLICK [...]

Jay-Z Announces The Opening Of 40/40 Club In Las Vegas

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On Thursday, Jay-Z was at The Venetian in Las Vegas to announce the opening of another one of his 40/40 clubs The $20 million hot spot is scheduled to open in December at the Palazzo, a 3,000-room hotel-casino that will [...]

Ludacris and Avril Lavigne Hit Up TRL

Rapper Ludacris and punk rocker Avril Lavigne dropped by MTV’s TRL today. Avril was there to perform her new single “When You’re Gone.” I really am ready for the ‘07 VMAs. They better not over-hype it like the usually do. I mean, it’s in Vegas! C’mon!! If I’m disappointed by the end of the show, [...]

Photo Update: Heineken Red Star Soul Concert Series » Black & White Ball Hosted by Nelly » FIT Annual Couture Council Award

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Common, Teedra Moses, and Raheem DeVaughn were on hand to perform at the Heineken Red Star Soul Concert Series at Seldom Blues in Detroit.

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Nelly, Ashanti, and some members of the St. Lunatic clan hit up Chase Park [...]

Photo Update: Ciara » Venus Williams » Kanye West » Terrence Howard » Yung Joc

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Ciara was spotted yesterday promoting Rocawear’s “I Will Not Lose” Campaign at Macy’s Herald Square in New York City. She’s one of the headliners for the hottest tour of the summer - Screamfest 2007! Purchase your concert tickets for the show HERE!

Celebs Hit Up TRL: Alicia Keys » Keyshia Cole » Paula Deanda » Bow Wow

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Well damn! Today was obviously a big day for TRL. Folks like Alicia Keys, Keyshia Cole, Paula Deanda, and Bow Wow all came through to appear on the live countdown show. Alicia, for her new movie, Keyshia, for her new album, and Paula and Bow Wow performed [...]

Photo Update: Grand Opening of “New Era” Atlanta Flagship Store » J.Holiday Performance & Listening Lounge At BoConcept Madison

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Ludacris, Chingy, Big Boi, Janelle Monae, Big Gipp, and others showed up to the launch of the “New Era” flagship store launch in Atlanta, Georgia. “New Era” is a company that specializes in jerseys, sports apparel, and fitted caps.

Photo Update: Paris Hilton » Beyonce » Dallas Austin » Tracy Morgan

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Paris Hilton recently launched a sportswear and denim line in Kitson Boutique in Beverly Hills. One word: “Keep the kids away from her!” Okay, that was more than one word, but I’m sure you get the point ;-)

Beyonce, Tina, and Solange Launch Dereon in Canada!

The Knowles clan launched their teen line “Dereon” in Toronto, Canada the other day. You definitely can’t knock these ladies’ hustle! They stay on the grind! And is it just me, or does Solange look a little brownish-golden? Lol… Looks like home girl had a bad day at the tanning salon to me!

Photos: R Kelly’s Trapped in the Closet Premiere » Vanessa Minillo Promotes New Cosmetic Line » The Black Eyed Peas do Seoul » Flicks from the Tikva Drive For Life Golf Fundraiser

R. Kelly recently attended the premiere of Chapters 13-22 of “Trapped in the Closet” at the IFC Center in New York City. Those shades are hella fly! If you didn’t know already, IFC is releasing a new chapter everyday of that “Trapped in the Closet” mess over HERE.

Celebs Hit Up TRL: Pretty Ricky » The Shop Boyz » Enrique Iglesias

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Why Lord, why? What have I done to receive this type of brutal punishment? Pretty Ricky dropped by TRL Monday to premiere their new video “Love Like Honey.” I’m sure you all remember my take on the spectacle via THIS POST. All jokes aside, these fools look like marching band [...]

Alicia Keys at a Special Screening of “The Nanny Diaries”

If you didn’t already know, Alicia Keys is in a new movie entitled “The Nanny Diaries.” They recently held a special screening of the movie in New York. Homegirl looked BANGING! Alicia, quit playing with us and put out another album already!!