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EXCLUSIVE: Catching Up With Brandy After Her FIRST Essence Festival Performance EVER

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TheYBF.com is all over the steamy (literally...it's hot as hell) scene down at the New Orleans 2013 Essence Festival.  And last night, we caught up with Brandy after her first ever appearance on the Essence stage at the Superdome.  

 

Check out our exclusive chit chat inside...

Fresh off the Superdome stage Friday night, Brandy took a minute to dish on what exactly it felt like to tear down the stage in front of over 40,000 people.  And for a first timer, she did pretty damn well.

The super excited "Wildest Dreams" singer was still over the moon after her 45-minute 20+ song set.  She told YBF correspondent Kalia:

"I'm just blessed. I've never been at the Essence Festival, so to be here for the first time, to perform, to share this moment with my family and friends….it's freaking amazing. God is good….why don't I just say it…YBF…it's GREAT!"

And as for who she was looking forward to spending the rest of the night watching, the now engaged Temptation actress put on a girlish grin about a certain sexy crooner who also performed last night:

"I saw Maxwell in the back…I got me some tickets…I want to see everybody."

We know that's right B!

Check out video of our chat with the fabulous Brandy below:

 

Photo: TheYBF.com, Video: Kalia Silva


CHECK IT: Willow Smith's "Summer Fling" Video W/ Melodic Chaotic

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Willow Smith just gave her fans more music to vibe to throughout the summer.  She made a new song called "SummerFling" with a new duo of herself and producer/DJ MVSIC Fabrega, called Melodic Chaotic.

 

Check out Willow letting the boys know this summer lovin' aint nothing serious....

 

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In a song & video that gives us a "Diamonds" meets "We Found Love" vibe, 12-year-old Willow Smith...yep, 12...is talking about summer flings.

The summer tinged video, directed by Willow herself & Mike Vargas, is all about the Smith heiress using her summer days and nights to play around with her friends....and to have some fun with the boys.

She puts on her British accent to ask a guy for his number, since he's only staying around for summer, but soon lets him know not to fall in love because "this" is only for a few months.  Plus, she's got some pool party & bonfire fun to have with her brother Jaden and friends.

The context seems a bit grown for a 12-year-old, but we've learned over the years age aint nothing but a number to that youngin'.  With all that said, we're actually feelin' the song.  Check out the video below.

 

 

JUST MARRIED: NFL Star RGIII Weds Rebecca Liddicoat In Denver (PICS)

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Washington Redskins QB Robert Griffin III added another major accomplishment to his already long list of big things happening to him.  The 23-year-old 2011 Heisman Trophy winner married his fiancee of 3 years, Rebecca Liddicoat, in her hometown of Denver yesterday.

 

And we've got the pics of RGiIII & Becky on their wedding night inside...

Awww the couple's first dance.  It would have been even nicer had the groom and his struggle braids parted ways for this momentous occasion, but we digress...

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NFL baller Robert & Becky are college (Baylor) sweethearts who got engaged back in October 2011.  And now that they've bought a new house together in Virginia, it's only right they say those vows and make it official.

Back in Rebecca's hometown of Denver, the two exchanged vows in front of family, friends, teammates and coaches.  Robert's Redskins coach, Mike Stranahan, was there to share the occasion with his injured star player, who everyone hopes to see back on the field in full health come this fall.

The couple even had their rehearsal dinner at the coach's restaurant in Denver (he coached the Broncos from '95-'08), Stranahan's.

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RG danced with his mom, Jackie, at the wedding.

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And posed with his Baylor coach and his groomsmen. 

 

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Congrats to Robert & Becky Griffin!

 

Photos: Coach Art Briles' Twitter/Wiliam Mallow's Twitter/Rock Newman's Twitter/Dyrol Joyner's IG/Getty

 

YBF Celebs Hit The 365 Black Awards During The 2013 Essence Festival

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A few fab folks of the YBF world made their way to McDonald's 10th annual 365 Black Awards at the New Orleans Convention Center Saturday morning.  TheYBF.com was on the scene and we've got the pics and what went down inside....

 

Gorgeous gals LeToya Luckett, in a colorful Catherine Malandrino dress, & Brandy snapped a pic with honoree of the event, Gladys Knight, as they hit the red carpet.  And you'll get to see everybody on your TVs soon as BET will be airing the awards this year on Sunday, August 25, at 10 p.m. CST.

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Taraji P. Henson was there fresh off wrapping Think Like A Man 2 in Vegas.  The fab chick rocked a green ribbed dress with Jimmy Choo "Lance" neon yellow patent-leather sandals.

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These shoes are HOT.

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Brandy kept it flirty in a simple white dress and red pumps.

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Jordin Sparks was there to open the show with a marching band....true New Orleans style.

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Nice!

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Tatyana Ali & "Being Mary Jane" actor Omari Hardwick hit the carpet looking fab.

 

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The fab Kym Whitley played red carpet host and interviewed celebs upon arrival.

 

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Well, Derek J.'s suit is tailored and well fitting.  Not tighty whiteys here....anymore.

 

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And Kym also caught up with husband & wife actor duo Dondre Whitfield& Salli Richardson-Whitfield.  How sexy are they still...

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The still gorgeous Beverly Johnson was there to receive an award presented to her by Tatyana Ali.

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"R&B Divas" star Angie Stone showed up in a flattering blue ruched dress.

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Estelle and her side ombre pony kept it colorful in this printed maxi dress as she performed at the Awards.

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Brandy presented Gladys Knight with an award for her outstanding individuals who are committed to making positive contributions that strengthen the African-American community.

She told the crowd:"It is an honor to be recognized alongside these remarkable individuals.  By lending a hand to others, we can all help create environments of strength and compassion that enrich our neighborhoods, regardless of who we are or where we live."

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And for Gladys' tribute, Deborah Cox, Yolanda Adams and Angie Stone tore it down....like only they could.

Other honorees of the 365 Black Awards: Education leader Dr. Steve Perry; executive vice president of the Chicago White Sox Kenny Williams; McDonald's owner/operator Roland Parrish; teen entrepreneur Leanna Archer; and youth environmentalist Charles Orgbon.

Follow us on Twitter @TheYBF to get all up to the minute LIVE updates straight from Essence Fest!

Photos: Soul Brother for Burrell/McDonalds, Getty, TheYBF.com, Chris Mitchell

 

Greenlight! Taj, Coko & LeLee Get New "SWV - Sisters With Voices" WeTV Reality Show About Their Comeback

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Wondering what's been up with the Sisters With Voices? Well SWV just nabbed a new reality show on WeTV that's all about their make-it-or-break-it comeback.

 

Deets inside...

Taj George is about to embark on her second reality show after her stint on TV One's "I Married A Baller".  SWV (pictured above this weekend at the Essence Festival) announced during their mainstage performance at the Superdome that WE tv is profiling their make-it-or-break-it comeback through a new unscripted series.

“SWV - Sisters With Voices” will join WE tv’s successful slate of unscripted programming in early 2014 with six, one-hour episodes from Entertainment One Television.

“The journey of SWV is the kind of real and personal comeback story our viewers love to see,” said Lauren Gellert, WE tv’s senior vice president of original production and development.“These dynamic women experienced enormous success together, then it all fell apart. United again, the stakes are higher than ever, and so – at times – is the drama and tension. We can’t wait to present this fresh, new series to WE tv viewers.”

The background: After a string of hit songs in the 1990s (we ALL still know the words to "Weak" like the back of our hands), the ladies of SWV – Cheryl “Coko” Clemons, Leanne “Lelee” Lyons and Tamara “Taj” Johnson– were on top of the music world. Then, at the height of their success, in-fighting and drama lead to their demise. After a 15-year separation the trio reunited in an attempt to recapture their fame at the top of the music charts.

According to the press release, the series will follow SWV as they write new music, tour and finally face the issues that ended their friendship and their careers once before.

We'll be watching...will you?

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BEACH LOVERS: Russell Simmons & Girlfriend Frolick On The Beach In Malibu + Eve Rocks Bagatelle Beach In Vegas

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Eve showed off her killer gams while rocking out Bagatelle Beach at Tropicana in Las Vegas.  Check the pics inside, plus Russell Simmons and his German girlfriend chillin' out in Malibu...

 

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Eve brought her talents to Bagatelle Las Vegas yesterday in a sexy coral bikini and cover up to rock the stage for the bikini clad guests.

 

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Hot.  The "She Bad Bad" chick later partied it up with DJ Afro Jack at the XS Encore.

 

And over in Malibu:

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Russell & his girlfriend, 26-year-old German model Hana Nitsche, hit the beach.  Is that a party in your pants Uncle Russ?  Ew...

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The twosome played some games and played around all afternoon together.  Well isn't that....sweet.

 

The Randomness:

1.  While Jay-Z is chillin' with his riches, his former partner Dame Dash was just hit with yet another tax lien.  This one equaling $2.8 mill.  STORY

 

Photos: Pacific Coast News, Fern / Splash News

ESSENCE FEST DAY 2 ROUNDUP: Solange, Trey Songz, Tamia, Meagan Good, Wale, Keyshia Cole & MORE Hit The W Day Party, The Superdome, & More

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Solange Knowles, Trey Songz, Keyshia Cole and more took over the Superdome during Day 2 of the 2013 Essence Festival last night.  We've got the pics, plus everybody who hit up the day party and afterparties...

 

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Solo Star made her way to the Superdome just one day ahead of her sis' main stage performance.

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Trey Songz hit the mainstage...shirtless.

 

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Keyshia Cole did her best to rock the stage.

 

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And she was spotted around the Superdome with a few of our fave R&B chicks--Deborah Cox, Tamia and Kelly Price.

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A sparkling Charlie Wilson worked it out.

And in the superlounges:

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Faith Evans, rocking her pink Jimmy Choos, had the Superdome lounge packed out, and even had fellow "R&B Diva" Kelly Price come up to sing with her.

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And New Edition hit the press room after taking over the stage 6 strong.  By the way, they had the entire Superdome losing their minds.  They've still got it...

 

Celebs also hit up the Essence Day Party at the W Hotel in full force yesterday afternoon:

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Fab chick Bridget Kelly was there to sing the hook on Wale's song for his "Bad" performance.

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Lance was there looking yummy in red.

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Wale posed it up with Brandy.

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And hubby & wife Meagan Good & DeVon Franklin were spotted chatting up all the gospel artists.

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And "Hollywood Exes" stars Nicole Murphy & Andrea Kelly had some fun there.

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And Estelle also took the stage to perform.

 

Back at the Convention Center, the Hollywood panel for the Verizon Wireless booth took place with Jill Scott, Kevin Hart, Laz Alonso & Will Packer:

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Fab.

Brandy was spotted around the Convention Center with her fiance Ryan Press, who everyone believes looks way too much like Laz.  And this pic proves it:

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She also caught up with her girl Niecy Nash.

 

And at Kevin Hart's b-day bash/Essence afterparty, he kicked it with Trey Songz:

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And D-Nice hung out with Maxwell before the "Fire We Make" singer jetted off to Atlanta.

 

The YBF is on the scene!  Follow us on Twitter (@TheYBF) for up to the minute updates, pics & videos LIVE from the 2013 Essence Festival!

Photos: WeTV's IG/Brandy's IG/DJ D-Nice's IG/Chris Mitchell/Essence.com/Keyshia's IG/TheYBF.com

BALLERIFIC: Savannah Brinson LETS LOOSE At Bachelorette Party In Vegas + Kevin Garnett & Wife Brandi Take The Kids To A Celeb Kid's B-Day Party

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With over 2 months to go before LeBron James & Savannah Brinson tie the knot, the bride-to-be had a major Bachelorette weekend in Vegas with all her friends.  Check out the non stop fun inside, and where they're off to next. 

 

Plus, pics of NBA baller Kevin Garnett and his wife Brandi and kids hitting up a celebrity kid's b-day bash....

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Fab chick Savannah Brinson is more than ready to become Queen James.

 

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Even her Vegas party signs say so.  The gorgeous fiancee of Miami Heat champ LeBron James hit up Las Vegas this weekend for luxe scavenger hunts, dancing on tables, stripper poles (in the party buses), pool parties and more.  And it all made for a ridiculously fun Bachelorette Party Weekend.

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Her good friend Jada Paul--who married L.A. Clippers star Chris Paul just a few years ago--was front and center for all the festivities.

 

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Cute.  The mom of two showed off her bridal bootcamp bod all weekend.

And the pool party fun was all over the place:

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Oh ok.

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And when they weren't popping bottles at pool parties:

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They were out and about around the town.  And hopped a private jet today saying they were taking the party to Anguilla.  Behave ladies!

 

And over in Cali:

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The newest Brooklyn Net...as of last month...37-year-old Kevin Garnett was spotted in Malibu yesterday having a day out with his fam.  He and his wife, Brandi Padilla, and their cute kiddies hit up actor Matthew McConaughey's son Levi's birthday party.

And how cute is Kevin on daddy duty with his little girls:

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Precious!

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His fab wife of almost 10 years, Brandi, rolled her Louis Vuitton bag and their 5-year-old daughter Capri into the party too.  By the way, Brandi's sister Lisa Padilla is married to super producer Jimmy Jam.

Fun times!

Photos via Fame, IG: @cherriepie82 , @teamfamilyfirst, @jada_ap, @ms_deidre, @simplyredemmed1, @melt324, @ebonyjhair, @j9_howard


REPORT Confirms Kevin Durant Is ENGAGED To WNBA Star Monica Wright (Yes, Like The Character In "Love & Basketball")

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So...this happened over the weekend: Kevin Durant is engaged.  Yep, the 24-year-old OKC Thunder star popped the question to a girlfriend we didn't even know he had.  And it's a real life Love & Basketball situation.  Check the pics and deets inside...

While you were partying your tail down at the Essence Fest or partaking in post-4th of July alcohol-fueled festivites....OKC star Kevin Durant got engaged. 

Nope, not to LeToya Luckett, who he was rumored to be dating heavily for a while and who traveled to London just last summer to cheer him on at the Olympics.

Kevin's fiancee is Monica Wright, the 2011 WNBA champ who balls for the Minnesota Lynx.  Yep, we're just as shocked as you.  Like, when did this happen?

Gossip reports started to spill out earlier in the weekend about the two getting engaged, but neither Kevin nor Monica confirmed.  But as of this morning, the Associated Press--who is as credible as you're going to get--said that Monica confirmed.  They did not say how she confirmed, where or to whom....but the AP simply says she confirmed the engagement rumor.

And if her name sounds familiar, that's because coincidentally, "Monica Wright" is also the name of Sanaa Lathan's character in the classic movie Love & Basketball.  And...she also rocked the #22. 

Even the movie's writer/director, Gina PrinceBythewood, had to hit up the real life Monica on Twitter this weekend to tell her how coincidental it was. 

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More pics of the pretty bride-to-be:

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Monica has yet to say anything on her social media about the engagement, but she did tweet this bible verse 4 days ago:

As a young man marries a young woman so will your Builder marry you as a bridegroom rejoices over his bride so will your God rejoice over u

Congrats to the couple!

 

Photos: Just Women's Basketball's Twitter, WNBA

 

BAD DAD: 50 Cent DISOWNS Son Marquise During ALLEGED VICIOUS TEXT RANT, Calls BABY MOMMA A "D*ck Su*king B*tch ", DEMANDS DNA TEST!

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We know 50 Cent isn't the best ex-boyfriend, or the best baby's daddy, but his aggressive demeanor goes far beyond the women in his life and has spilled over into the life of his son.  Read the alleged excerpts of the expletive laced tirade he unleashed on his son where he disowned him, called him horrific names and demanded a paternity test inside!

 

Money sure can't buy maturity.  And those domestic abuse allegations against this rapper are becoming more and more clear.

Over the years we've watched rapper 50 Cent publicly diss his exesCiara and Vivica Foxx, and we've seen the home of his baby momma Shaniqua Thompkinsburned to the ground (under VERY suspicious circumstances) and we've recently found out about baby momma #2, Daphne Joy,  claimed he kicked her and tore up her condo. So...it's safe to say that 50 has a hard time dealing with his emotions.

And during an alleged recent text message tirade, his son, Marquise Jackson, felt the brunt of his dad's emotions.  During a text conversation, which was garnered and printed by Radar Online, the rapper (clearly feeling "rejected"), snapped off on his son for failing to answer the door during a recent custody visit.

During the rant, he disowns him saying, "I don’t have a son anymore...... I will have nothing to do with you. Don’t text me ever again." And questions paternity "I need a blood test cause that d*ck sucking b*tch you call mom was f*cking the hole time."

It's interesting to note that 50 Cent penned a book called Playground: The Mostly True Story of a Former Bully a few years ago.  A few years later....it's sad to see that his playground antics have spilled over into his parenting.

Here's the alleged conversation that Radar Online posted:

50 Cent: Hey I’m outside the house at the front door.

50 Cent: I came to the front door then lights went off. What’s up?

Marquise: U lying u outside?

Marquise: Lol.

Marquise: Lol u fronting.

50 Cent: I saw you looking out the window good luck in life. Your gonna need it.

Marquise: Lol u fronting hard body now, how u going to see me when I’m in the basement lmao

50 Cent: F*ck you

50 Cent: You are your mother child

Marquise: Lol why would u lie about that lol

50 Cent: I need a blood test cause that d*ck sucking b*tch you call mom was f*cking the hole time

50 Cent: I don’t think your funny at all. I drove out here for nothing.

Marquise: Pops ur trippen now, why u won’t been get one u had 16 years lol, I know u lying bc u didt even call me too go outside

50 Cent: Are you f*cking crazy I don’t have time to play boy. I told you I would come see you. I came motherf*cker start turning lights out and looking threw the blinds.

50 Cent: Are you f*cking stupid. You had me drive over there why do you think I needed a address sh*t head. I saw the lights go out then some one playing in the blinds and there no party going on. F*ck you to

50 Cent: You your mother and your sister f*ck all of yal.

Marquise: I might dumb, come thru then, no need to get upset

Marquise: Stop by and say hello too ur son

50 Cent: What the f*ck are you taking about I’m not f*cking with you after this I leave Atlanta in the morning.

Marquise: So come thru then

50 Cent: F*ck you

Marquise: No need for all that

50 Cent: You are bigger enough to know better so f*ck you stop texting me

Marquise: Ight

50 Cent: Tell your mother she won. She has you and ill make another. I will have nothing to do with you. Don’t text me ever again.

Marquise: U keep texting me lol

50 Cent: It’s cool I will never go out of my way again. You disrespectful little mother f*cker.

Marquise: Lol u never do I don’t know not that doesn’t even call there son for his birthday

Marquise: Or get him a gift for his b-day or for Christmas.

50 Cent: You are your mothers son. I don’t have a son anymore.

50 Cent: F*ck you all you want is a gift. Like your mother and your ungrateful sister.

50 Cent: Delete my number.

50 Cent: You never call what the f*ck I’m suppose to call you to give you something sorry

Marquise: Welp if u feel that way, I don’t about no gift it’s the thought that means the most, remember this money ain’t everything

Marquise: I’m tired of calling u, why don’t call me and please can’t wait to hear this excuse

50 Cent: Good luck with you life man. I tried to come talk to you. You din’t have to have me come all the way out there if you don’t to see me you little ass hole.

50 Cent: I don’t have to make a excuse for anything. I’m a grown ass man boy. You talking about money ain’t everything. Your right but when you don’t have any your gonna understand why I work so hard. I’m done texting you delete my number. Marquise: Thank u, and u know dang well u ain’t come out here too see, but if that’s what u want to stick then I’m sorry, and I know why u work hard, ok, god bless

50 Cent: Are you f*cking stupid.

Absolutely disgusting and disheartening.  Regardless of how badly a teenager pisses you off, these words should never be said.  But now we know the type of person Curtis Jackson REALLY is....if we didn't already know before.

We checked Marquise's twitter page and he has not tweeted anything about his dad recently.  And both 50 Cent and Shaniqua have been quiet about this incident....so far.

You'll recall that 50 and his lawyers stopped Shaniqua from appearing on the cancelled-reality series"Starter Wives".....maybe she isn't allowed to speak about him at all.  

 

Photo: 50's Twitter

Chris Brown DONATES 1,000 SNEAKERS To Kids In LA! + Kanye West CREATES New Menswear Line With A.P.C.

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Chris Brown donated 1,000 pairs of sneakers to kids in the LA area recently.  See pics of Breezy spending time with the kiddies he donated to inside and find out about Kanye West's most recent fashion line collaboration....

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Chris Brown may have issues with fender benders and ex-girlfriends,  but no one can deny that he loves the kids! Weeks after he released an anti-gang violence song,"They Don't Know", Chris spent the weekend continuing his message of unity and postivity at Crenshaw High School during the “WE US: Walk Everywhere in Unity’s Shoes”.    

On Saturday, as part of his Unity campaign (which has partnered with the L.A. mayor’s office and several gang reduction organizations), Breezy gave away 1,000 pairs of Reeboks to youth in Compton and Baldwin Village.

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After the event, he tweeted, “Thank you for allowing me to continue to inspire change in the world. Today was a great step forward!”

We wonder if this will count towards his community service hours?

 

And on the fashion scene...........

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The French fashion brand A.P.C. announced on Twitter that they've teamed with Kanye West for a capsule collection tweeting, "A.P.C. KANYE CAPSULE COLLECTION JULY 14.” The collection will include jeans, T-shirts, and hoodies and was has been mentioned in both W Magazine and French Vogue.

Kanye, who reportedly took his new daughter North West out to a family 4th of July bash in Malibu, confirmed the new collection in a tweet to A.P.C.'s founder, “Thank you Jean Touitou for letting me create with you.”

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In other clothing lines, Nas has teamed with the Grungy Gentleman to launch HSTRY, a clothing and accessories line that takes classic sportswear items into tougher, edgier territory (according to GQ). Made in the USA, the line debuts in Fall 2013. We love when Nas makes quiet boss moves.  View the slideshow here.  

 

Photos via APC twitter/rap-up/Jason Merritt/Getty

Denzel & Pauletta Washington Cover EBONY Mag, School Folks On Keeping A Marriage Strong 30 Years Later

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One of the strongest couples in Hollywood, Denzel & Pauletta Washington, just celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary on June 25th.  So the YBF couple is covering the brand new issue of EBONY magazine...and is schooling folks on how they keep their marriage tight....

With major movies like Flight & Safe House under his belt in just the last year, Denzel's upcoming action flick 2 Gunz, co-starring the sexy Mark Wahlberg and Paula Patton, is out August 2nd.

So the 58-year-old actor who stays with a good movie role is also opening up a little about his personal life.  Denzy and his fab wife Pauletta are rocking the cover of EBONY mag in a rare portrait pic.  And actress/producer Pauletta tells just how she's kept a sex symbol like her husband nailed down for three decades.  (And yes, despite all the cheating rumors and such):

“I live with this man. I see the down part. I see the sad part. I see every part. He has and knows he has that stability in me as his wife. That gives him strength, regardless of if he misuses it. I can’t dwell on that. But I do know that gives him a great platform to go and fly.”
 

We know that's right Pauletta..know your worth! 

The couple, who share four kids, are gracing the August 2013 "Black Wealth Issue" that's on newsstands now. Inside the magazine, the power couple gives an intimate insight on their 30 year marriage, how they met and how Denzel courted his wife for six years!

 

The Randomness:

1. NFL legend Lawrence Taylor's son, 31, was arrested in Georgia on statutory rape & sodomy (in this case, sodomy means forced oral sex) charges involving a girl under the age of 16.  LT Sr. was embroiled in his own alcohol abuse & prostitution controversy back in 2010.  STORY

 

READY OR NOT: Lauryn Hill Checks Into Federal Prison To Start 3 Month Tax Evasion Sentence

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Put on your sad faces.  Because Lauryn Hill is really in lock up.  Deets on her checking in today inside...

We were hoping that Lauryn and the State/IRS would reach some type of compromise, especially with her new music deal, but that's not the case.

Reports state that Ms. Lauryn Hill checked into the Federal Correctional Institution in Danbury, CT at 11:15AM.  She is in a minimal security facility and will be housed with the general population.

The 38-year-old rapper/singer will serve a three month sentence for tex evasion.

Lauryn didn't leave a recent statement on her Twitter or Tumblr before going away, but her 14-year-old daughter Selah had this to say last night about her frustrations about her mom having to leave:

"Fuck the government"

Selah, who's a gorgeous model, recently entered high school and also posted pics of her beach day on Long Island beach this weekend.  Likely to keep her mind off her mom leaving.

We wish Lauryn well and hopes she comes back stronger than ever!

HELLO! Cool Kid Jaden Smith Turns 15 Today!

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Actor and rapper Jaden Smith turns 15-years-old today.  Celebrate with one of Hollywood's coolest kids inside....

 

"Hello" rapper Jaden Smith celebrates his 15th birthday today.  The After Earth actor, who's also branched into hip hop with The Cool Cafe and fashion va MSFTS line, is proving to be one of young Hollywood's most talented stars.  Uunder the guidance of his A-list parents, Will & JadaPinkett Smith, we expect big things from young Jaden and what he chooses to do in the future.  Even if some folks do raise an eyebrow or two at the total freedom the Smith kids seem to have.

We're keeping our fingers crossed about his love life though.  He's allegedly mixed up with the Kardashian/Jenner clan.....but we're sure Jada is keeping a watchful eye.

And in case you missed it, you can watch Jaden and his equally cool sister Willow hanging out with other rich kids in an Independence day-themed-"Summer Fling" video with Melodic Chaotic .....

Also, Jaden shares his birthday with actor Lance Gross who turns 32.

 

Check out some of Jaden's coolest "looks" in our birthday gallery below....

 

Photos via PacificCoastNews.com

LOVE 'DEM STRIPPERS: Nicki Minaj, Meek Mill, Fabolous, Future & More Drop Dollars In Perfections For SB's B-Day + Nicki & Mario's New "Somebody Else" Video

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Nicki Minaj and her rapper friends all celebrated her hype man/boo Sarafee "SB" Samuels' birthday last night in the place where every classy birthday party goes down...the strip club.

 

Pics of the slightly NSFW b-day foolery inside...

Nicki brought her own cakes to Perfections strip club in Queens last night to pop bottles and drop dollars for the very strippers these rappers love making songs for and about.

So it's only right Nicki, who hosted for the night, partook in the birthday foolery that ensued with Meek Mill, DJ Clue, Fabolous, Future, DJ Envy and more:

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Y'all already know Nicki got in on the action.  Booty grabs for everyone!

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Nicki snapped pics with Clue and an always shirtless Maino.

 

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Chilled up top with SB.

 

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And made her faces with Meek & Future.  And she also stopped to say wassup to her fans that were waiting outside:

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Fun times, we're sure.

 

And speaking of strippers:

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New mom Amber Rose decided to post what looked like a dip into her past.  She and a friend stopped on the street somewhere to do an impromptu stripper-move photoshoot with an iphone.  And this is what became of it.

BONUS: Mario dropped his "Somebody Else" video ft. Nicki Minaj.

 

The track will appear on Mario's comeback album Restoration...his first in 4 years!  Check otu the tragic love story that plays out in the Alxeandre Moors-directed vid.

 

Photos: Amber Rose's IG, @DJClue @allpinkbarbiedreamhouse @sbstunts

 


LAUGHING ALL THE WAY TO THE BANK: Kevin Hart's "Let Me Explain" Makes History As Biggest Opening Weekend For A Comedy Concert!

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Kevin Hart'sLet Me Explain had a strong opening over the weekend, taking in $17 million bucks.  Get the deets on Kevin's success and the rest of the box office weekend inside....

 

Over the weekend, Kevin Hart's film, Let Me Explain, had an extra impressive opening, taking in over $17 millions dollars!  And because the film only cost Kevin's HartBeat Productions and CodeBlack Films $2.5 million to produce (the film was distributed by Lionsgate), you can see why everybody's fave chocolate drop is laughing all the way to the bank!  

While $17 million might not seem like a large number, you have to take into consideration how well the film performed on each screen. Considering that the film played in just 836 theaters and took in $11,530 per-screen, it's per-screen in take was BETTER than any film in wide release except for “Despicable Me 2". In sum, Kevin KILLED IT this weekend!

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Plus, the birthday boy who celebrated (above) his 33rd Birthday at Hollywood hot spot Greystone Manor last night, made history with the biggest opening weekend for a comedy concert movie ever!

Kevin tweeted:

We are making history!!!! #LetMeExplain I just cried tears of fucking JOY!!!! I have the #1 comedy concert film opening of ALL-TIME!!! WOW

This is why I work so f*cking hard....this moment is what I've been dreaming about!!! Thank you god & thank you fans!!! I love y'all 4 this

Lionsgate's executive vice president for theatrical distribution David Spitz told TheWrap,“The challenge for us was cutting through the clutter surrounding the holiday and the other movies,” Our marketing team did a great job of that, and we got a real boost from Kevin on social media.”

Here's how the rest of the box office looked (via Box Office Mojo):

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POURING IT UP IN POLAND: Rihanna Hits The Beach With A Cocktail & Bikini, GETS PISSY Drunk At The Kings Of Leon Concert (PICS + VIDEO)

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Rihanna and her killer bod were spotted soaking up some sun rays in Poland over the weekend, where she "recovered" from a pissy drunk night at the Kings of Leon concert.  See the beach candids and footage of Rih Rih being escorted out of the concert inside....

 

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On Sunday, pop star Rihanna was spotted on the beach with her bestie Melissa Forde in Sopot, Poland, where the ladies sipped on a few cocktails.

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Rihanna started off her beach day in a crotchet white cover-up before unveiling a baby blue two-piece bikini that showed off her ridiculously perfect skin.  Hopefully that sun drained out all the liquor form her skin after the KOL concert the night before...

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On Saturday night, Rihanna went to the Kings of Leon concert where she tweeted, "Easily the best night of our lives! To the Kings, we love you for life! Thank you always! #KingsOfLeon #KOL".     

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Unfortunately, Rih's day at the beach was short lived.....

Her team seemed perturbed by the paparazzi and fans buzzing around the pop star and she was forced to cut the day short.  She later tweeted from her hotel room, "Tried to have a beach day, that was a fail!!"

Oh the perils of pop stardom....

 

And in case you missed it....

Rihanna had a REALLY good time at the Kings of Leon concert. The "Pour It Up" singer saw the bottom of her cup so many times that she needed an escort out of the venue.  Watch her wobbling out of the concert above.....

 

The Randomness:

1.  50 Cent was just dropped from MLB's All Star Bash on the heels of his domestic abuse allegations.  Lesson probably NOT learned.  STORY

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JUST MARRIED! Wiz Khalifa & Amber Rose OFFICIALLY Married...FORMAL Wedding Is This Fall

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Rapper Wiz Khalifa and Amber Rose, the mother of his son, are officially husband and wife.  Deets on how the twosome officially tied the knot inside...

 

 

With a formal wedding going down this fall, 29-year-old Amber Rose & 25-year-old Wiz Khalifa got the technicalities out the way today and became husband and wife.

Not sure if they went down to the Justice of The Peace or had a small ceremony with just a few folks, if anyone, in attendance, but they indeed signed stheir papers today to make their union official.

Just a few days after filing for a marriage license, Wiz tweeted a few minutes ago:

Me and Amber got married today. Weddings this fall. Thought I'd let yall know

Sebastian's parents have been calling themselves husband and wife for several months now, so the paperwork now makes it real. 

 

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HAVING HER SAY: Jason Collins' Ex-Fiancee Carolyn Moos -- “I Empathize....But I REMAIN Deeply Hurt By Him"

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Carolyn Moos, the ex-fiancee of Jason Collins, the NBA baller who famously came out a few months ago, is speaking out about Jason's dishonesty during their courtship and how he's continued to lead her on since his announcement.  Hear her side of things inside...  

 

A few months ago, NBA player Jason Collins (who's still unsigned, but technically still in the NBA) became a hero for coming out, but Carolyn Moos, the woman who spent eight years of her life with him romantically, doesn't necessarily see him as a hero.  

"I wish he could have been honest with me years ago...He’s being hailed as a pioneer, but I believe true heroism is a result of being honest with yourself and with those you love.”

In the August issue of Cosmopolitan, Carolyn offers a first-person account of how she felt before, during and after her courtship and engagement to Jason.  And she's still hurting.....

After years of doubting herself and why she wasn't good enough, Jason's announcement added a further sting once he promised to follow up with her and answer any additional questions....but he didn't.  Here are the highlights from the ex's interview:

On Jason calling off their four-year engagement:

The day Jason canceled the wedding was surreal. It was July of 2009, and he had just returned home from a road trip with his twin brother, Jarron. I had been living with Jason in Los Angeles for the previous year, ever since our engagement. He told me, "You may want to sit down." I loved this man deeply. He was intelligent, good-humored, handsome, and importantly, taller than I am—7 feet. (I'm 6 feet 5 and a former pro basketball player myself.) His words didn't make sense to me, and they hit me hard, freezing my heart. "I'm just not sure," he said. There were no tangible reasons, no explanations.

On Jason coming out  (and ending the mystery of why he called of the engagement):

The phone call this April ended the mystery. He left a message on a Sunday, saying, "I have something important to talk about—please call me back." I was working and called the next morning. He uttered an eerily familiar phrase: "You may want to sit down." Then he said, "Carolyn, I'm gay." I was stunned. I managed to say, after a silent moment and then a deep breath, "I had no idea. I'm sure a huge weight is off your shoulders." During all the years I had known him, I never would have guessed that he would come out as gay.

On how Jason HASN'T spoken to her since his announcement:

We talked again briefly that night. He answered a few questions, but there was much left to discuss and he said he had to go. As I tell this story, it has been several weeks since he told me his news and he has made no further time to talk, despite saying he would do so. I am sad that the media seems to be a higher priority. I hope this changes in the coming weeks, as I value open dialogue more than anything.
 

Read the full story here.

Do you think Mr. Collins owes his ex-fiancee of four years a follow-up phone call...and a few explanations?  SPEAK ON IT....

 

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Essence Fest Finale Night ROUND UP: Beyonce, Brandy, Kenya Moore & More Hit The Superdome!

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Beyonce Knowles took over the final night of the Essence Music Festival Sunday night at the New Orleans Superdome.  Celebs and fans were packed to sold-out capacity in the Superdome with over 70,000 people there to watch Mrs. Carter do what she does best.

 

Pics inside....

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Bey was spotted leaving her dressing room on her way to the stage with nephew Julez backstage at the Superdome, the same place where she rocked the stage at the 2013 Superbowl.

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And rock the stage she did.  She twirled through her almost 2 hour performance from her Mrs. Carter Show world tour, and even had her celeb fans like Brandy were standing up in their seats:

 

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Former D-Childer groupmate Michelle Williams was there to support her girl.

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And folks like Bern Nadette Stanis, Shaunie O'Neal, Andrea Kelly, Nicole Murphy, Bridget Kelly and more were there in VIP watching.

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Earlier in the night TGT -- Tyrese, Ginuwine and Tank -- took the main stage.  And honestly, they could have just done one of the super lounges, but we guess they're really trying to make this group happen.

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Janelle Monae went on right before Bey.

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"Hollywood Exes" co-stars Andrea & Nicole had some fun in VIP.  Season 2 of their show premieres tonight on VH1.

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So did Roland Martin, Bobby Brown, and Doug E. Fresh.

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Photographer Derek Blanks and MC Lyte posed it up in VIP.

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Yes...the man right chere!  Mystikal popped up out of the blue in his hometown for the Essence festivities.

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Kenya Moore kept it pretty in red...and likely was taking hand written notes on Bey's performance so she can perform it for some side hustle money.  Since she gets mistaken for her so much and all.  Gotta love that Kenya!

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"LAHH ATL" star Ariane Davis was spotted backstage.

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And Bridget Kelly, rocking a sexy body con dress, posed it up with Shaunie O'Neal and Marsha Ambrosius.  By the way, Shaunie recently confirmed "Basketball Wives" will be back on VH1 August 19th.

Fab times indeed!

 

Photos: Brandy's IG, Chris Mitch/CME3000/Beyonce's Tumblr

 

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